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FOZZY Parts Ways With Bassist, Announces Replacement
After eight years of touring and three records, bassist Sean Delson has left FOZZY by mutual decision. "Ever since the success of 'Chasing The Grail' and the subsequent world tours that followed, it became apparent that Sean's mindset and goals for FOZZY were different from ours," says frontman Chri...September 9, 2011
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ERIC CARR's 'Unfinished Business' Due In November
Legendary KISS drummer Eric Carr was an integral part of the band for over 11 years. His powerful drumming rocked the music world through the metal Eighties. Carr is still an influence on drummers and rock fans alike. Due on November 8 through a label imprint set up by Eric's sister Loretta Caravell...September 8, 2011
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WHITE WIZZARD Recruits New Second Guitarist
Los Angeles-based traditional metallers WHITE WIZZARD have recruited Jake Dreyer as their new second guitarist. The band states, "[Jake] is a great guy and fantastic talent. Lewis Stephens has toured with us over the last year and we wish him well on his new engagement and life in Wales. We now have...September 8, 2011
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Former DEEP PURPLE And RAINBOW Tour Manager Tells His Story In 'A Hart Life'
July 1971: Colin Hart, a Geordie lad from South Shields was on his first tour of America as roadie for MATTHEW'S SOUTHERN COMFORT. The group was part of a three-band bill with THE FACES and DEEP PURPLE. Following the tour, he joined DEEP PURPLE's road crew. Ian Gillan just knew Colin had to join the...September 8, 2011
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ANTHRAX Members Talk About Upcoming Tour With TESTAMENT, DEATH ANGEL (Video)
Video footage of ANTHRAX members Scott Ian (guitar) and Charlie Benante (drums) talking to AOL's Noisecreepabout their upcoming U.S. tour with TESTAMENT and DEATH ANGEL can be seen below. ANTHRAX and TESTAMENT, who haven't toured together in more than a decade, are set to co-headline a U.S. tour beg...September 6, 2011
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Polish Bishop Launches Crusade Against BEHEMOTH Frontman
A Polish bishop has called for public protests following the employment of what he claims is a "satanic" rock star, BEHEMOTH frontman Adam "Nergal" Darski, by the Polish version of the hit American singing competition "The Voice", appropriately named "The Voice Of Poland". Bishop Wieslaw Mering, hea...September 6, 2011
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ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT, DEATH ANGEL: U.S. Tour Dates Announced
Thrash titans ANTHRAX and TESTAMENT, who haven't toured together in more than a decade, are set to co-headline a U.S. tour beginning Friday, October 14 in Grand Rapids, Michigan (itinerary below). ANTHRAX will close all shows, and DEATH ANGEL will be main support for the entire tour. The coast-to-co...September 6, 2011
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Live in Germany 1980
Before 1983's "Eliminator" album blew the doors wide open and made ZZ TOP MTV darlings, the tight nit trio was simply that "Little ol' band from Texas". Though they hadn't yet reached superstar status, ZZ TOP were anything but an unknown quantity in the rock community, having already released seven...September 6, 2011
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FAITH NO MORE Bassist Shoots Down 'The Real Thing' Rumors
FAITH NO MORE bassist Billy Gould has shot down reports that the reactivated influential alt-metal act will perform all of its classic 1989 album "The Real Thing" at the Maquinaria Festival in Santiago, Chile on November 12. The band's third LP, "The Real Thing" was FAITH NO MORE's first release to...September 5, 2011
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ICED EARTH Mainman: 'When I Say We're Coming Back With A Vengeance, I'm Not F**king Around'
Jukebox: Metal recently conducted an interview with ICED EARTH guitarist Jon Schaffer and singer Stu Block. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. On the departure of singer Matt Barlow: Schaffer: "There's a lot of love there. Matt's a very good friend so it was the best way for him to ...September 5, 2011
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Catholic Association Of Journalists Protests BEHEMOTH Frontman's TV Gig
Poland's Catholic Association Of Journalists (Katolickie Stowarzyszenie Dziennikarzy, or KSD) has released a statement protesting BEHEMOTH frontman Adam "Nergal" Darski's involvement with the Polish version of the hit American singing competition "The Voice", appropriately named "The Voice Of Poland...September 4, 2011
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist GLEN DROVER To Take Part In 'Live At Metalworks' Webcast
On Sunday, September 25 at 3 p.m. EDT, Magna Carta recording artists Dave Martone and Glen Drover (MEGADETH, KING DIAMOND, EIDOLON) will take part in an historic performance that will be webcast worldwide as part of the "Live At Metalworks" series from Mississauga, Canada. Magna Carta has long been...September 3, 2011
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AVA INFERI Joined By Former NOVEMBERS DOOM Drummer
AVA INFERI, the Portugal-based band whose lineup includes Norwegian guitarist Rune Eriksen (a.k.a. ex-MAYHEM guitarist/songwriter Blasphemer),has announced the addition of drummer Sasha Horn (NOVEMBERS DOOM) to the group's ranks. Commented Rune: "After having had some contact with Sasha over the la...September 3, 2011
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JUDAS PRIEST Singer Says '12 Or 14' Songs Have Been 'Completely Mapped Out' For Next Album
Gary Graff of Billboard.com conducted an interview with singer Rob Halford of British heavy metal legends JUDAS PRIEST. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. On the band's next album: Halford: [Guitarist Glenn Tipton and I] began writing new music early on this year, before we went out on...September 1, 2011
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DREAM THEATER Keyboardist: 'We Have A Lot Of Exciting Times Ahead'
Joe Bosso of Music Radar recently conducted an interview with keyboardist Jordan Rudess of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER. An excerpt from the chat follows below. Music Radar: Let's talk about [the new DREAM THEATER album] "A Dramatic Turn Of Events". Without belaboring the exit of [former d...August 31, 2011
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