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Vocalist JORN LANDE Quits MASTERPLAN

Melodic metallers MASTERPLAN have parted ways with vocalist Jorn Lande (ex-YNGWIE MALMSTEEN/ARK) due to "musical differences." During the songwriting process for the band's third album, it became increasingly apparent that the members of the group had different visions and plans for the band's music...

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VENOM: USA And Japan Tours Planned

British black metal pioneers VENOM have posted the following message on their official web site: "VENOM have started negotiations for some shows in both American and Japan later this year, around August and September. The dates are currently being sorted out and will be confirmed soon." It has been...

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'Rock Star: Supernova' To Premiere July 5

Steve Rogers of Reality TV World has issued the following report: CBS announced Friday (May 5) that "Rock Star: Supernova", this summer's new edition of the Mark Burnett-created "Rock Star: INXS" reality talent competition that the network aired last summer, will premiere on Wednesday, July 5 at 8PM...

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KISS Conventions: A Carnival of Like-Minded Souls

KISS' official web site has published an advance story from issue No. 5 of the official KISS magazine. Written by Melanie "Sass" Falina, the story focuses on the countless KISS conventions and expos that are regularly held around the world. An excerpt from the article follows: In the vast world of a...

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TOMMY LEE 'Rescues' U.S. Troops in Afghanistan

When commercial shipping containers full of personal items destined for a US Army National Guard unit in Afghanistan was raided by thieves, MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee and Operation AC decided to come to the rescue. "I'm so happy to be able to do something for them. Music gets us through a lot......

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ANTHRAX To Open For ROB ZOMBIE On 'American Witch Across America' Tour

ROB ZOMBIE have tapped ANTHRAX to open for them on their upcoming "American Witch Across America" tour, which is scheduled to kick off later this spring. Exact cities and dates will be announced soon. ROB ZOMBIE's latest album, "Educated Horses", has sold 231,000 copies in the United States since it...

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PURE INC. To Support MOTÖRHEAD In Switzerland

Swiss rockers PURE INC. will be supporting MOTÖRHEAD on June 4 at Volkshaus in Zürich, Switzerland. Commented PURE INC. in a statement: "MOTÖRHEAD and PURE INC. share the same attitude real and pure rock 'n' roll plus Lemmy and the guys are cult. It's a real pleasure for us to open for the guys." Pr...

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KISS: Official Magazine No. 5 Detailed

According to a posting on the official KISS web site, KissOnline.com, issue No. 5 of the official KISS magazine "is shaping up to be the best one yet! The issue is packed full of great articles including outtakes from the 'Rock the Nation' DVD with Eric Singer, a photo journal of a day on the ...

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NIKKI SIXX On Split With Wife: 'The Kids Are Always My First Priority'

MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx has released a short statement regarding media reports that his wife, former "Baywatch" beauty Donna D'Errico, has filed for divorce from Sixx after nine years of marriage. D'Errico is claiming irreconcilable differences and is seeking physical custody of their 5 year-...

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GRAVE Cover ALICE IN CHAINS' 'Them Bones'

Legendary Swedish death metallers GRAVE have reportedly laid down a cover version of ALICE IN CHAINS' "Them Bones" during the recording sessions for their new album, "As Rapture Comes", tentatively due in July. It is not presently clear if the song will be included in the final album's track listing...

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SEVENDUST Guitarist Breaks Hand; Band Cancel Week's Worth Of Dates

Due to a broken bone in the left hand of guitarist John Connolly, SEVENDUST have been forced to forgo their initial U.S. tour dates in early May. The group will resume their performances May 13 in Corpus Christi, TX. The confirmed schedule is as follows: May 13 - Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete Street...

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Former MÖTLEY CRÜE Frontman Launches Internet Radio Station

Former MÖTLEY CRÜE singer John Corabi is hosting his own radio station with the help of Rock.com and Live365.com. According to a posting on Corabi's official web site, "John's new station will be playing a great mix of all things ROCK! If you like metal, hard rock, classic rock, glam, grunge, or wha...

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Updated: MÖTLEY CRÜE Bassist NIKKI SIXX's Wife Files For Divorce

TMZ.com is reporting that former "Baywatch" beauty Donna D'Errico has filed for divorce from MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx after nine years of marriage. D'Errico is claiming irreconcilable differences and is seeking physical custody of their 5 year-old daughter Frankie-Jean and her 13 year-old son...

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CRADLE OF FILTH Bassist Joins ANGTORIA

ANGTORIA, the new Swedish/British orchestral/metal band formed by female singer Sarah Jezebel Deva (CRADLE OF FILTH, THERION, MORTIIS),composer Chris Rehn (ABYSSOS) and Tommy Rehn (MOAHNI MOAHNA),have announced the addition of CRADLE OF FILTH bassist Dave Pybus and MY OWN GRAVE drummer John Henrik...

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VENOM, DEATH ANGEL, SODOM, ONSLAUGHT To Team Up For THRASH DOMINATION

VENOM, DEATH ANGEL, SODOM and ONSLAUGHT will be teaming up for the Thrash Domination 2006 two-day mini-festival run on September 16-17 at Club Citta in Tokyo, Japan. VENOM's new album, "Metal Black", was released in North America on April 4 via Sanctuary Records. The CD was mixed at the Townhouse St...