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BRET MICHAELS' Cowboy Hat Is 'Most Popular' Hat in America
Judging by the number of orders pouring into her studio, the designer of the custom hat worn by Bret Michaels throughout this last season of NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice", says the white cowboy hat with black Roman cross is the most popular hat in America right now. "Since 'Celebrity Apprentice'...June 21, 2010
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Disgust at the Status Quo
I hadn't heard much from the U.K. fuzz bastards in quite some time; if memory serves, the last release that scraped the ole eardrums was the Billy Anderson-produced "Confessions of a Man, Mad Enough to Live Amongst Beasts". Never getting the recognition due the band outside of Europe, "Disgust at th...June 20, 2010
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Never Cross the Dead
The ever-prolific Lasse Pyykko (CLAWS, VACANT COFFIN, ACID WITCH) has brought back HOODED MENACE for a second round of deathly doom in the form of "Never Cross the Dead". The follow-up to "Fulfilling the Curse" (Razorback Records) offers more murky doom crawling and (occasionally) mid-tempo death ch...June 20, 2010
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BIOHAZARD Guitarist To Tour With Reunited BLOOD FOR BLOOD
Boston's favorite white-trash, hardcore hooligans BLOOD FOR BLOOD have reunited and will embark on their first tour since 2004. Commented the band: "BLOOD FOR BLOOD has agreed to join the Persistence Tour in Europe [in December 2010] sharing a stage with longtime friends SICK OF IT ALL as well as ot...June 20, 2010
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BRIAN TICHY Is Excited And Honored To Be Playing Drums For WHITESNAKE
Brian Tichy, who has previously played with FOREIGNER, BILLY IDOL, OZZY OSBOURNE, VELVET REVOLVER and LYNCH MOB, was officially announced this past week as WHITESNAKE's new drummer, replacing Chris Frazier, who was in the group for three years. Commented Tichy: "[WHITESNAKE frontman] David Coverdale...June 20, 2010
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WE ARE THE FALLEN Interviewed At U.K.'s DOWNLOAD Festival
WE ARE THE FALLEN — the group formed by EVANESCENCE co-founder Ben Moody (guitar) and other former members (John LeCompt on guitar and Rocky Gray on drums) along with "American Idol" powerhouse vocalist Carly Smithson and bassist Marty O'Brien (DISTURBED, KELLY CLARKSON, STATIC-X, METHODS OF MAYHEM,...June 19, 2010
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JOHN 5 Interviewed By ROAD CREW MAGAZINE
Road Crew Magazine recently conducted an interview with ROB ZOMBIE/ex-MARILYN MANSON guitarist John 5. The chat is now available for streaming below. "The Art Of Malice", the new solo album from John 5, sold around 1,200 copies in the United States in its first week of release. The CD landed at posi...June 18, 2010
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WHITESNAKE Parts Ways With DUFFY, FRAZIER; New Drummer Announced
Legendary rock band WHITESNAKE has parted ways with bassist Uriah Duffy and drummer Chris Frazier. According to a press release, "WHITESNAKE wish Uriah and Chris every success in pursuing their individual musical careers and express their sincere gratitude for the exceptional contribution they both...June 18, 2010
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A PERFECT CIRCLE Is Coming Around Again
According to The Pulse of Radio, A PERFECT CIRCLE, the band featuring TOOL's Maynard James Keenan on vocals and Billy Howerdel on guitar, seems like it's definitely coming back to life again after a six-year hiatus. Howerdel's band ASHES DIVIDE performed at Hollywood's Viper Room on Wednesday night...June 18, 2010
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RUSH Documentary Makers Interviewed On CBC's 'Q'
Jian Ghomeshi of CBC's cultural affairs show "Q" recently conducted an interview with filmmakers Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn about their new documentary, "Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage". You can now listen to the chat at this location. Universal Music Group, in association with Banger Films, has ann...June 17, 2010
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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS To Perform At SUNSET STRIP MUSIC FESTIVAL
Organizers of the Sunset Strip Music Festival have confirmed that THE SMASHING PUMPKINS will headline the street festival on Saturday, August 28, with a live performance on the legendary Strip, which is being closed to traffic for the second time in its history. The iconic band will wrap up the thir...June 16, 2010
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THE RODS To Kick Off 30th-Anniversary Shows This Weekend
THE RODS — the classic '80s metal band led by Ronnie James Dio's (DIO, BLACK SABBATH, HEAVEN & HELL) cousin, guitarist/vocalist David "Rock" Feinstein — is gearing up for a 30th anniversary celebration with a few special performances. These shows will be unique, one-of-a-kind shows, tailored esp...June 16, 2010
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WE ARE THE FALLEN Singer Interviewed In Amsterdam
Toazted.com conducted an interview with WE ARE THE FALLEN singer Carly Smithson when the band played De Melkweg in Amsterdam, Holland on June 11, 2010. Watch the chat below. WE ARE THE FALLEN is the group formed by EVANESCENCE co-founder Ben Moody (guitar) and other former members (John LeCompt on g...June 16, 2010
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PAULA ABDUL Says BRET MICHAELS Is The Perfect Fit For 'American Idol'
Former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul has told Hollywood Life that POISON singer Bret Michaels should fill Simon Cowell's shoes as the next "American Idol" judge. "It takes someone who really, really understands what it's like for young people who want to make magic happen," Abdul said on June 12...June 15, 2010
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JOHN 5 To Guest On NIKKI SIXX's Radio Show
ROB ZOMBIE/ex-MARILYN MANSON guitarist John 5 will guest on tonight's (Monday, June 14) edition of "Sixx Sense", the new national radio program hosted by MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx. "Sixx Sense" airs nationwide from 7 p.m. to 12 p.m. Click here to listen to "Sixx Sense" live beginning at 7 p.m....June 14, 2010
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