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VAN HALEN's 'Rock Star' Status Clouded
Launch Radio Networks reports: VAN HALEN's participation on the new season of the "Rock Star" reality TV show is still unknown. A representative for the series told Launch that the VAN HALEN/"Rock Star" link is just a rumor, while their spokesman "vehemently" denied to TMZ.com that his earlier state...February 14, 2006
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ANTHRAX, SEVENDUST, AVENGED SEVENFOLD Concert Attendance Figures Revealed
The following are a few select recent heavy metal/hard rock concert attendance figures, as reported by Billboard magazine: Artist/Event: ANTHRAX Venue: Avalon City/State: Hollywood, Calif. Date: Jan. 21, 2006 Gross Sales: $35,782 Attendance: 1,500 Capacity: 1,500 Artist/Event: ANTHRAX Venue: House o...February 14, 2006
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KING DIAMOND To Begin Recording New Album In March
KING DIAMOND will start recording their next album in early March in Dallas, Texas and at Los Angered Recording (owned by KING DIAMOND guitarist Andy La Rocque) in Gothenburg, Sweden. The band will then begin rehearsals for their upcoming European tour, which will take place between April 14 and Jun...February 14, 2006
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SOIL To Release 'True Self' In May
DRT Entertainment has set a May 2 release date for the new SOIL album, entitled "True Self". A track from the album, entitled "Fight for Life", is available for download at this location. SOIL's follow-up to 2004's "Redefine" was recorded and mixed at Bomb Shelter studios in Los Angeles, California...February 10, 2006
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VINNIE PAUL Comments On DISTURBED Jam: Photos Available
Former PANTERA/DAMAGEPLAN drummer Vinnie Paul joined DISTURBED on stage for a rendition of the PANTERA classic "Walk" during DISTURBED's headlining appearance at Nokia Live in Grand Prairie, Texas on February 2. Commented Vinnie Paul: "It was a great show and I had the honor of being asked to get up...February 9, 2006
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Former PANTERA Drummer Jams With DISTURBED In Texas
Former PANTERA/DAMAGEPLAN drummer Vinnie Paul joined DISTURBED on stage for a rendition of the PANTERA classic "Walk" during DISTURBED's headlining appearance at Nokia Live in Grand Prairie, Texas on February 2. According to a fan review posted on Epinions.com, "When it was time to really rock, [DIS...February 9, 2006
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Management: SOIL Are Not On IN FLAMES/SEPULTURA European Tour
SOIL's management company, The Firm, has refuted a posting on the web site of Germany's Metal Hammer magazine which shows that the band have been confirmed as the support act for IN FLAMES on their upcoming European tour (a trek which is being co-presented by Metal Hammer). The Firm's statement read...February 7, 2006
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ZAN CLAN Members To Pay Tribute To Late CRASHDIET Frontman At Stockholm's GLAMFEST
Chris Laney and Zinny Zan (ex-SHOTGUN MESSIAH) from ZAN CLAN will be paying "tribute" to late CRASHDIET frontman Dave Lepard during ZAN CLAN's appearance at the Glamfest 2006 festival on February 11 at Klubben in Stockholm, Sweden. Also scheduled to perform at Glamfest are LOUD 'N' NASTY, VAINS OF J...February 7, 2006
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THE WILDHEARTS Frontman Schedules U.K. Dates
THE WILDHEARTS frontman Ginger has scheduled a U.K. tour with his new band, dubbed GINGER AND THE SONIC CIRCUS. The dates are as follows: Mar. 24 – Bradford, UK @ Rio's Mar. 25 - Newcastle, UK @ Legends Mar. 26 - Wolverhampton, UK @ Wulfrun Mar. 27 - Nottingham, UK @ Rock City Mar. 28 ...February 7, 2006
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SOIL Added To IN FLAMES/SEPULTURA European Tour
According to Germany's Metal Hammer magazine, Chicago's SOIL have been confirmed as the opening act for IN FLAMES on their upcoming European tour beginning in mid-March. Also appearing on the bill are Brazilian thrashers SEPULTURA (as main support). As previously reported, SOIL have set "True Self"...February 7, 2006
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WHORRID Sign Distribution Deal With OLD SCHOOL RECORDS
Chicago-based death metallers WHORRID have inked a distribution deal with Old School Records for their first full-length release, "Infecting the Soul". According to a pres release, "The CD contains 10 songs of a mixture of heavy-handed brutality and dark melody, definately in the old-school style of...February 7, 2006
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THE GATHERING, GREEN CARNATION, UNEXPECT To Take Part In THE END RECORDS SXSW Showcase
The End Records has announced their annual showcase at this year's South By Southwest music festival taking place March 15-19 in Austin, Texas. The label showcase will feature four bands from the label's unique and eclectic roster. Those participating this year are Dutch rock act THE GATHERING, Norw...February 6, 2006
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Heavy Metal Documentary 'A Headbanger's Journey' To Receive U.S. Premiere At SXSW FILM FESTIVAL
"Metal: A Headbanger's Journey", a brand-new documentary offering a guided tour through heavy metal's storied but largely ignored history, will receive its U.S. premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival (SXSW),set to take place March 10-19 in Austin, Texas. Directed by Sam Dunn, Scot McFadye...February 5, 2006
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BYFIST: Vocalist ROBB STEELE Rejoins The Fold
Texas metal veterans BYFIST have announced the return of singer Robb Steele to the group's ranks. According to a press release, "Eighteen months ago, Robb Steele was in jail wondering what happen to his life and his future as lead singer with metal veterans BYFIST. Having been the victim of his own...February 2, 2006
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GOD FORBID Prepare For U.S Tour With CHILDREN OF BODOM
GOD FORBID continue their touring assault on the U.S. as direct support to CHILDREN OF BODOM this spring. The group just completed a highly successful run direct support to ANTHRAX and are currently in the midst of a headlining run with SWORN ENEMY, MANNTIS and CANNAE. They will proceed to embark on...February 1, 2006
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