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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Drummer Explains European Tour Cancellation

As BLABBERMOUTH.NET first reported yesterday, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM has now officially cancelled its previously announced European tour which was set to take place in November. Here is the statement from drummer Craig Nielsen: "Just checking in to explain the European tour cancellation, as the agents w...

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MUSHROOMHEAD: 'Simple Survival' Video Posted Online

MUSHROOMHEAD's video for "Simple Survival", the debut single from the band's recently released "Savior Sorrow" album, is available for viewing at iKlipz.com. The clip was shot by award-winning filmmaker and music video director Chad Calek (BLEEDING THROUGH, INDEX CASE). MUSHROOMHEAD and Calek joined...

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Audio Interview With Original ALICE COOPER Drummer Available

Ohio radio DJ Joe Kleon has posted a two-hour interview with original ALICE COOPER drummer Neal Smith. The interview is an in-depth look into a band that changed rock music and covers the band's history through the first eight albums. Says Kleon: "Neal is very candid and presents many stories not wi...

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM: European Tour Cancelled?

According to a posting on the web site of the Burgerweeshuis venue in Deventer, Holland, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM's previously announced European tour, which was scheduled to take place in November, has been cancelled. There is currently no word if the trek — which was slated to include a Nov. 3 date in D...

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BLOODSIMPLE Frontman: 'I Want People To Feel Our Music And Picture Themselves Within It'

BLOODSIMPLE, which features in its ranks former members of VISION OF DISORDER and MEDICATION, is currently in pre-production for its second album at Machine Shop studio in Hoboken, New Jersey with producer Machine. The group's vocalist, Tim Williams, has issued the following update: "Yes, we are sti...

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SOLITUDE AETURNUS: 'Alone' Artwork Revealed

The cover artwork for Texas-based long-running heavy doomsters SOLITUDE AETURNUS' sixth studio album, entitled "Alone", has been posted online at this location (artwork created by Travis Smith). Due in Europe on November 10 through Massacre Records, "Alone" was recorded at Nomad Studios in Carrolton...

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THE BIG DIRTY BAND Featuring RUSH Members: 'I Fought The Law' Video Posted Online

THE BIG DIRTY BAND, the one-off project featuring Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee of RUSH alongside ex-TEA PARTY drummer Jeff Burrows, Adam Gantier of THREE DAYS GRACE, THORNLEY's Ian Thornley, and singer Care Failure of Toronto band DIE MANNEQUIN, recently shot a video for its version of the often-cover...

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WICKED WISDOM's JADA PINKETT SMITH Says Band Is Not A Gimmick

Taking a break from her acting career, Jada Pinkett Smith (wife of Will Smith) heads up nu-metal rock band WICKED WISDOM. She spoke with TheShowBuzz.com about heading in that musical direction instead of being another Jennifer Lopez or Beyonce, and assuring fans the band is genuine and not a gimmick...

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GLENN HUGHES: First European Tour Dates Announced

The first confirmed dates for the long-awaited GLENN HUGHES "Music For The Divine" 2006 European tour have been announced. The rest of the dates will be announced imminently, as Hughes' management is currently awaiting final confirmations. The tour is expected to run throughout Europe until early De...

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WEDNESDAY 13 Talks About Split With ROADRUNNER, New CD

Chad Bowar of HeavyMetal.About.com recently conducted an interview with former MURDERDOLLS frontman Wednesday 13. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: HeavyMetal.About.com: For your new CD, "Fang Bang", I understand you had a bunch of songs written and then just scrapped them and started over....

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THESYRE Frontman Wins CELTIC FROST 'Roadie For A Die' Contest

Eric M. Syre, vocalist/bassist for Quebec-based black metallers THESYRE has posted the following update on his official blog: "On September 16th, in Montreal, I had the great opportunity to act as a CELTIC FROST roadie thanks to a contest the band organized on their website. "I first thought about p...

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WICKED WISDOM's Support Slot With PAPA ROACH Cancelled

WICKED WISDOM's previously announced European tour as the support act for PAPA ROACH has been cancelled. No further details are available at this time. WICKED WISDOM is the five-piece band featuring actress Jada Pinkett Smith (wife of Will Smith). The group is currently on the road in the U.S. as th...

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Suffocation

American death metal's most consistent and punishing standard-bearers, SUFFOCATION sometimes get overlooked in the rush to deify other bands. While it could be argued that they've never been a particularly innovative act, there's something to be said for the songcraft, torturous bits of melody, and...

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CAMP FREDDY: More Live Dates Announced

CAMP FREDDY — the Los Angeles-based "jam" group featuring guitarists Dave Navarro (ex-JANE'S ADDICTION, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) and Billy Morrison (ex-THE CULT bassist, current CIRCUS DIABLO vocalist) alongside VELVET REVOLVER members Matt Sorum (drums) and Scott Weiland (vocals) — will perform next...

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Original ALICE COOPER Bassist DENNIS DUNAWAY Releases New Album

According to a posting at SickthingsUK, Dennis Dunaway, legendary bassist for the original ALICE COOPER GROUP, has released a brand new album, "Bones from the Yard", with his new band, THE DENNIS DUNAWAY PROJECT. The group's lineup is completed by Rick Tedesco (guitars, vocals),Russ Wilson (drums),...