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DUFF MCKAGAN'S LOADED Drummer Quits; Replacement Announced

Drummer Geoff Reading has left DUFF MCKAGAN'S LOADED, the band led by VELVET REVOLVER/ex-GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan. He says in a statement, "The pressures of being in the 'Duff from GUNS N' ROSES' spotlight, while thrilling, have left me unable to get back to the performer I was pre-cancer,...

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MEGADETH Contemplates Playing Older Songs On Tour

Keith Carman of ChartAttack.com recently conducted an interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. On the band's new album, "Endgame", and upcoming tour: "I'm quite happy. The chemistry in the band is really working. I'm particularly excited because...

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TARJA TURUNEN Announces Band Lineup For 'Final Storm Tour 2009'

Former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen has announced the lineup of her band for the "Final Storm Tour 2009", which is scheduled to kick off on September 19 at the Elf Fantasy Fair in Arcen, Netherlands. It is as follows: * Tarja Turunen - Voice * Mike Terrana (MASTERPLAN, SAVAGE CIRCUS, RAGE, YNGWIE...

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ALCATRAZZ Parts Ways With Drummer, Announces Replacement

ALCATRAZZ featuring Graham Bonnet (RAINBOW, MSG, IMPELLITTERI) has parted ways with drummer Glen Sobel and has replaced him with Dave Dzialak (JEFF SCOTT SOTO). ALCATRAZZ is: Graham Bonnet - Lead Vocals Howie Simon - Guitar/Vocals Dave Dzialak - Drums Tim Luce - Bass/ Vocals Upcoming ALCATRAZZ shows...

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THE JOE PERRY PROJECT Schedules Hollywood Date

AEROSMITH guitarist Joe Perry's solo band, dubbed THE JOE PERRY PROJECT, will perform at the Viper Room in West Hollywood, California on October 6. More dates will be announced soon. Perry's fifth solo album, "Have Guitar, Will Travel", will be released on October 6 via Roman Records. The hard drivi...

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TWISTED SISTER, MOTÖRHEAD, HINDER Members To Take Part In 'Rockstar Karaoke'

The legendary Roxy Theatre in West Hollywood, California will host Rockstar Karaoke — a special one-night event that will give music fans an exclusive opportunity to watch well-known rock musicians as they perform live classic rock tunes in a karaoke type setting. The event, presented by designer Ma...

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VH1 CLASSIC's 'That Metal Show' Returns For Third Season

VH1 Classic set trends and broke molds two seasons ago when it mixed the best of "The View" with "Headbangers' Ball" to create "That Metal Show", an outrageously funny weekly series airing every Saturday at 11:00 p.m. that discusses and debates everything in the world of heavy metal. Now, hard rock...

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GAMA BOMB To Give New Album Away For Free

Irish thrashers GAMA BOMB have announced plans to give away their new album, titled "Tales From The Grave In Space", for free. The CD, which will be recorded beginning on September 15 at Grindstone Studios in Suffolk, U.K. with producer Scott Atkins, will be available to download in its entirety, in...

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FOZZY: New Song Available For Streaming; Album Artwork Unveiled

A brand new FOZZY song entitled "Martyr No More" is available for streaming in the YouTube clip below. The track, which features a special guest guitar solo by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters, will appear on FOZZY's forthcoming album, "Chasing the Grail", due on January 19, 2010 via Australia's Riot! Ente...

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SLIPKNOT Frontman: This Is Who I Am

SLIPKNOT/STONE SOUR frontman Corey Taylor recently gave an intimate interview to Kerrang! Radio about his life. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below.

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MANTIC RITUAL Parts Ways With Singer/Guitarist, Announces Temporary Replacement

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based old-school metallers MANTIC RITUAL have parted ways with singer/guitarist and founding member Dan Wetmore. Commented the band in a statement: "After much consideration, Dan has decided to no longer continue with MANTIC RITUAL. We are greatly appreciative of his tremend...

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SLAYER's KERRY KING: 'I Just Don't Have Any Respect For DAVE MUSTAINE'

The November 2009 issue of Guitar World magazine includes an extensive interview with SLAYER guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Guitar World: Were you rebellious as kids? King: Not really, because I was always worried about ramifications from my...

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IN FLAMES Bassist On Guitarist STRÖMBLAD: 'He Really Needs To Deal With His Problems'

Live-Metal.net's Jeff Maki recently conducted an interview with bassist Peter Iwers of Swedish metallers IN FLAMES. A few excerpts from the chat follow below. Live-Metal.net: What is [guitarist] Jesper [Strömblad's] status right now? Is he still checked into rehab? What is his status right now with...

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MACHINES OF GRACE/CIRCLE II CIRCLE Vocalist To Guest On 'Noize In The Attic'

Vocalist Zak Stevens (SAVATAGE, CIRCLE II CIRCLE, MACHINES OF GRACE) will be interviewed this Monday (September 7) between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. EST on the "Noize In The Attic" show on New Haven, Connecticut's WNHU 88.7 FM radio station. The program can also be streamed live at www.wnhu.net. "Noiz...

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CARCASS Confirmed For Next Year's NEUROTIC DEATHFEST

According to M.A.D. Tourbooking, reactivated British extreme metal legends CARCASS are the first confirmed band for next year's Neurotic Deathfest, set to take place April 30 - May 1, 2010 in Tilburg, Holland. CARCASS performed at this year's Gods Of Metal festival, which was held June 27-28, 2009 i...