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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Confirms Split With Guitarist, Announces Replacement
Los Angeles-based metal band FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH has confirmed that it has parted ways with guitarist Darrell Roberts and replaced him with Jason Hook. The group said in a statement: "The rumors are true, only with less spins and no turbulence. Every band has its growing pains, and after 18 mont...January 20, 2009
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METALLICA Goes Pyro-Free In D.C. Over Security Concerns
METALLICA played a rare pyrotechnics-free concert last Thursday night (January 15) at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. According to a posting on the MetOnTour.com web site, which is described as "your FREE virtual backstage pass to every METALLICA show," the reason for the lack of pyro was tha...January 19, 2009
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DIMEBAG Guitar Amp Unveiled At NAMM: Video Available
Dean Guitars has just unveiled the new "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott (PANTERA, DAMAGEPLAN) amp called Blacktooth. Grady Champion, one of Dimebag's former techs who'll be hitting the road with BLONDIE later this year, demonstrated the amp this past weekend during this year's NAMM (National Association Of...January 19, 2009
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GILBY CLARKE, STEPHEN PERKINS, ERIC DOVER Join Forces In HALLOWEEN JACK
Guitarist Gilby Clarke (ex-GUNS N' ROSES),drummer Stephen Perkins (ex-JANE'S ADDICTION),bassist Daniel Schulman (ex-GARBAGE),and vocalist Eric Dover (ex-SLASH'S SNAKEPIT, ALICE COOPER, JELLYFISH) have joined forces in a new project called HALLOWEEN JACK. The band, which is "laying down an old-sch...January 18, 2009
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ALICE COOPER To Take Part In BOB HOPE CLASSIC
According to Fontana Herald News, Alice Cooper will take part in the 50th Bob Hope Classic, hosted by Arnold Palmer, at four courses in the Coachella Valley, California from January 19 to January 25. Other celebrity participants in the Bob Hope Classic, a desert tradition since 1960, include former...January 17, 2009
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AUDREY HORNE: New Video Interview Available
The German edition of Metal Hammer recently conducted an interview with AUDREY HORNE vocalist Torkjell "Toschie" Rød and guitarist Arve "Ice Dale" Isdal (also of ENSLAVED). Watch the chat at this location. Fan-filmed video footage of AUDREY HORNE's November 16, 2008 concert at Burgerweeshuis in Deve...January 17, 2009
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WEDNESDAY 13 Is '100 Percent' Into Doing Another MURDERDOLLS Album
Dirty Rock Magazine recently conducted an interview with Wednesday 13 (MURDERDOLLS, FRANKENSTEIN DRAG QUEENS FROM PLANET 13, BOURBON CROW). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Dirty Rock Magazine: Do you ever see yourself heading in more of a theatrical stage show direction? Wednesday 1...January 16, 2009
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Unsigned Bands Sought For ALICE IN CHAINS Book Bonus Music Sampler
In the fall of 2009, Rock 'N' Roll Books will issue "Alice in Chains: in the Studio", focusing on the writing and recording of ALICE IN CHAINS' catalog of albums/hits. Already featuring an exclusive interview with producer Dave Jerden, the book will also include a bonus music sampler featuring origi...January 16, 2009
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BEYOND FEAR: Two Rare Shows Announced
BEYOND FEAR, the band fronted by Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH),has scheduled the following shows: Feb. 19 - El Paso, Texas - Club 101 Feb. 21 - Chihuahua, Mexico - Arena Chihuahua Owens, guitarist Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA),drummer Jimmy DeGrasso (ALICE COOPER,...January 16, 2009
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'Guitar Hero: Metallica' Release Date Confirmed
According to a posting on METALLICA's official web site, the Guitar Hero: Metallica game will be released in North America on March 29 for Xbox 360 and Sony Playstation 3. Europeans will get the game in early May. Nintendo Wii and PS2 will follow later in the spring, also most likely in early May. M...January 15, 2009
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OPETH: Spanish-Language Video Interview With MARTÍN MÉNDEZ Posted Online
MetalDownload.com recently conducted a Spanish-language interview with bassist Martín Méndez of the Swedish progressive metal band OPETH. Watch the six-and-a-half-minute chat below. OPETH's Mikael Åkerfeldt (guitar, vocals) and Fredrik Akesson (guitar) will attend this year's NAMM (National Associat...January 15, 2009
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Australian Rock Band THE SCREAMING JETS Schedules First U.S. Performance In 10 Years
THE SCREAMING JETS, Australia's legendary, multi-platinum rock band, will play its first live show in the U.S. in over a decade on Tuesday, February 3 at Key Club in Hollywood, California. This private, red-carpet event will be an epic evening not to be missed. The night will also include many surpr...January 15, 2009
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'Guitar Hero: Metallica' To Arrive In Europe In May
According to a posting on the Eurogamer web site, Activision has confirmed that the Guitar Hero: Metallica game will be released in Europe in May. An official U.S. release date for the game has not yet been announced, but retailer GameStop is currently listing a March 29 date for Guitar Hero: ...January 14, 2009
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WARRANT, L.A. GUNS Members Launch LED ZEPPELIN Tribute Band
Drummer Brian Tichy (OZZY OSBOURNE, BILLY IDOL),guitarist Tracii Guns (L.A. GUNS, BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION),bassist Robbie Crane (RATT, VINCE NEIL, ADLER'S APPETITE) and vocalist Robert Mason (LYNCH MOB, WARRANT) have joined forces in a LED ZEPPELIN tribute band called SHRED ZEPPELIN. The group will...January 14, 2009
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GORGOROTH Bassist Signing For COFFIN CASE At NAMM
GORGOROTH bassist King ov Hell (real name: Tom Cato Visnes) will travel to Los Angeles this week to attend the annual NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. He will participate in a signing sessi...January 12, 2009
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