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Sagas of Iceland: The History...

Here's an album that probably won't get nearly the notice that it deserves. A traditional/power metal album with an in-depth concept about Viking tales will generally be very well done or fail miserably. Germany's REBELLION have accomplished the former in a big way, which is even more surprising con...

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VOIVOD Drummer Discusses His Art

Susan Frances of Indie In-Tune has issued the following report: French-Canadian mathematician, painter, and musician Michel Langevin is a conceptual artist whose creations depict the negative forces of technology's nature, often representations of the surreal, the macabre, and the destructive. His f...

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Alive in Athens

If you were enthralled with ICED EARTH's live album, the three-disc "Alive in Athens", then you're in for a real treat with the DVD treatment of those same two shows filmed at the Rodon Club in January 1999. The look, the feel, and the all-around aura of the performance makes for pure heavy metal bl...

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SOLEFALD: New Music Posted Online

Norwegian musician Cornelius Jakhelln (SOLEFALD, STURMGEIST) has issued the following update: "It is a pleasure to write you on the eve of Borat's great movie film premiere — I for sure will not miss out on that one. I am now back in Berlin, where I try to recuperate after a long and sunny Norwegian...

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Former HELIX Guitarist Releases DECIBEL Debut

Former HELIX guitarist-turned-"guitarpenter" (guitarist + carpenter) Brent Doerner and his new band DECIBEL are set to release their debut album. Armed with a three-guitar attack, this "blue collar rock" record is destined to be a sure-fire hit. Composed of Chick Schumilas (guitar),Shane Schedler (...

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Ex-OLYMPIC RECORDINGS Founder Starts New Company

Former Olympic Recordings (GORGUTS, VITAL REMAINS, BEHEMOTH, IMMOLATION) owner/founder Martti Payne has started a new company called Index Entertainment. Based in Austin, Texas, Index will be a multifaceted company with dealings in record, DVD and broadcast entertainment. Joining Payne is longtime a...

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Limited Edition BLACK SABBATH Clothing Line, Art/Photo Retrospective To Launch

According to Ozzyhead.com, a limited edition BLACK SABBATH (original lineup) clothing line, art/photo retrospective and mini animation saga will be announced by 181 Martel on November 17. Apparently they have BLACK SABBATH's blessings to do this as well. For more information, click here. ...

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ICED EARTH: Drummer BRENT SMEDLEY Rejoins The Fold

ICED EARTH mainman Jon Schaffer has sent the following announcement to BLABBERMOUTH.NET: "I just wanted to make a quick and exciting announcement that I think many of you will be very happy about. Brent Smedley is coming back to ICED EARTH for the recording and touring of the 'Something Wicked' saga...

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QUEENSRŸCHE Frontman: 'In America, We've Really Lost The Ability To Be Happy'

Anarchy Music recently conducted an interview with QUEENSRŸCHE frontman Geoff Tate. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Anarchy Music: We really like how you guys do your meet-and-greets, where fans really get a chance to talk with you guys. What's been the response so far to "Mindcrime II" and wha...

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ANGTORIA: 'God Has A Plan For Us All' Video Posted Online

ANGTORIA's video for the song "God Has a Plan for Us All" has been posted online at this location. ANGTORIA frontwoman Sarah Jezebel Deva (CRADLE OF FILTH, THERION, MORTIIS) had the following to say about the song and the accompanying video: "The song covers two subjects but they are both linked. Wr...

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TRAGEDIAN Putting Finishing Touches On Debut CD

German melodic metallers TRAGEDIAN have issued the following update: "As the completion of our debut CD is coming to an end, we are very delighted to announce that keyboardist Markus Teske (RED CIRCUIT, and producer, engineer for SYMPHONY X, VANDEN PLAS, MOB RULES and SAGA) and Malte Rathke (J.R.BLA...

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Exclusive PHIL LYNOTT CD To Be Given Away With HOT PRESS Magazine

Hot Press has announce that its latest issue — in shops between August 10 and August 23 August — comes with a world-exclusive Phil Lynott CD. "The Lost Recordings" contains five previously unreleased tracks from one of Ireland's greatest rock stars. Recorded at Trend Studios in Dublin by John Dardis...

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ANGTORIA Video Due In September

ANGTORIA's video for the song "God Has a Plan for Us All" is due for release in September. It will be distributed worldwide to most metal and rock TV stations. Not long after the release it will also be available for download on www.angtoria.com. ANGTORIA frontwoman Sarah Jezebel Deva (CRADLE OF FIL...

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Legend Land

Though I'm not always in the mood for the typical goth/ethereal/classically-influenced Napalm band, almost every time I get around to reviewing a release, I find it a breath of fresh air and a quality product. The trend continues with the "Legend Land" MCD, the follow-up to LEAVES' EYES' critically...

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TWISTED SISTER Frontman To Host Germany's ROCK OF AGES Festival

In addition to TWISTED SISTER's headlining appearance at the Rock of Ages festival in Seebronn (close to Rottenburg),Germany this Friday (July 28),the band's frontman Dee Snider has signed on to host the event on Saturday. The festival will feature additional performances from such artists as SAGA...