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Former SAIGON KICK Members To Collaborate On Movie Soundtrack

Former SAIGON KICK bandmates Matt Kramer (vocals) and Phil Varone (drums) are talking about collaborating on several tracks for the soundtrack to a movie Varone is currently making about his "crazy excessive rock 'n' roll life," according to a posting on Kramer's web site. Matt's solo cut "War &...
July 21, 2004
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ATROCITY Explain EARTHSHAKER FEST 2004 Cancellation

Long-running German metallers ATROCITY have issued a statement regarding the cancellation of their previously announced appearance at the Earthshaker Fest 2004, a two-day open-air event set to take place July 23-24 in Geiselwind, Germany. It reads as follows: "Dear fans of ATROCITY, it's with sad em...
July 21, 2004
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LAMB OF GOD's 'Wall Of Death': Video Footage Posted Online

According to Ozzfest.com, LAMB OF GOD have been firing up the audiences at Ozzfest 2004 so much that they have been able to command the crowds to part and do the "Wall of Death". Pictures speak louder than words so see for your own eyes. Click here to view the Quicktime video file. ...
July 20, 2004
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BLUE ÖYSTER CULT Singer To Guest On MOONSTONE CD

BLUE ÖYSTER CULT singer Eric Bloom has confirmed his guest appearance on the upcoming CD from MOONSTONE, the new project of Italian guitarist Matteo Filippini. Bloom will be heard on the song "On The Way To Moonstone", written by Filippini and Chris Catena. The musical direction of MOONSTONE is bein...
July 20, 2004
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Report: EDDIE VAN HALEN Pulls Plug On SOUL SIRKUS Support Slot

Andrew McNeice of MelodicRock.com reports: "Eddie Van Halen has pulled the pin on Neal Schon and Jeff Scott Soto's band playing in support of VAN HALEN on their two upcoming Californian dates. News of this filtered through to me this afternoon. "SOUL SIRKUS were to open for VAN HALEN in Oakland and...
July 18, 2004
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VAN HALEN: Bassist MICHAEL ANTHONY Nowhere To Be Heard On New Tracks

According to MelodicRock.com, bassist Michael Anthony isn't credited on the three new songs ("It's About Time", "Up For Breakfast", "Learning To See") included on the new VAN HALEN compilation, "Best of Both Worlds", due on July 20. Appearing on the new tracks are Alex Van Halen on drums, Sammy Haga...
July 17, 2004
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DECIBEL: New Extreme Music Magazine To Hit Streets In September

Decibel, the self-described "America's most exciting new extreme metal magazine," will launch in September. "Decibel covers a scene which continues to reach new heights both artistically and commercially," said the magazine's Editor-In-Chief Albert Mudrian. "Decibel has a clear editorial focus — we...
July 15, 2004
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GLENN HUGHES: Live CD/DVD Details Revealed

Former DEEP PURPLE/BLACK SABBATH singer Glenn Hughes will release a double audio CD and a single-disc DVD, entitled "Soulfully Live In The City Of Angels", on September 20 through Frontiers Records (Marquee/Avalon in Japan and Hellion Records in Brazil). "Soulfully Live In The City Of Angels" was sh...
July 15, 2004
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Heavy Metal's Premier Guitarists Pick Their Dream G3 Lineups

Norway's Imhotep zine recently asked more than 100 guitarists to choose their own dream G3 lineups. "The respect that the guitar players have for Joe Satriani and Steve Vai is a proven fact," writes the magazine's Thiago Pinto Corrêa Sarkis (also of Brazil's Whiplash). "Anyway, talking with some mus...
July 14, 2004
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DUBROW, ADLER, LANE: 'Bad Boys Of Metal' Tour Dates Announced

The initial dates have been announced for the "Bad Boys of Metal" tour, featuring Kevin DuBrow of QUIET RIOT, Jani Lane of WARRANT, Steven Adler of GUNS 'N ROSES and BANG TANGO. They are as follows: Jul. 29 - Santa Ana, CA – The Galaxy Theatre Jul. 30 - San Diego, CA – Canes Bar ...
July 13, 2004
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Former TESTAMENT Guitarist Performs With 30-Piece Orchestra In 'Jekyll & Hyde: The Concert'

Former TESTAMENT/SAVATAGE guitarist Alex Skolnick recently took part in the premier of "Jekyll & Hyde: The Concert", featuring a 30-piece orchestra. " It was simultaneously one of my most challenging and most rewarding musical experiences," Alex said. "To play in such a situation requires a lot...
July 9, 2004
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DAVID SHANKLE GROUP: New Singer Found?

DAVID SHANKLE GROUP, the new project formed by former MANOWAR guitarist David Shankle, are reportedly working with singer Kyle Michaels (ALEX MASI, ANIMAL, RAVAGE) following the departure of vocalist Trace Edward Zaber earlier in the year. DAVID SHANKLE GROUP's debut album, "Ashes To Ashes", was rel...
July 6, 2004
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LAMB OF GOD: New Song Posted Online

A pre-production recording of a new LAMB OF GOD song, entitled "Laid to Rest", has been posted online at this location (Windows Media format). A re-recorded version of "Laid to Rest" will be included on the group's upcoming album, "Ashes of the Wake", due on August 31 through Epic Records. The follo...
June 30, 2004
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REQUIEM AETERNAM Complete Work On New Album

Melodic black metal band REQUIEM AETERNAM, originally from Uruguay but currently based in New York, have completed work on their new album, "Philosopher". "The recording quality, the sound as well as the performance, is a testament as to how far REQUIEM AETERNAM has moved on since the days of [1998'...
June 29, 2004
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RUSH: GEDDY LEE Talks About ALEX LIFESON's Florida Arrest, Covers EP

RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee has commented on bandmate Alex Lifeson's arrest New Year's Eve on battery charges after a scuffle with deputies. "He was put in a situation that was not very fair to him," Lee told RockyMountainNews.com. "I can't really talk about it, as it's an ongoing situation, but...
June 28, 2004