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Former OPERATIKA Guitarist Launches PSYCHOPRISM
Former OPERATIKA guitarist Bill Visser has joined forces with singer Jess Rittgers in a new band called PSYCHOPRISM. The group's musical style is described as "modern power metal with shred guitar and vocals that resemble KING DIAMOND and QUEENSRŸCHE." PSYCHOPRISM is currently working on a demo and...May 28, 2012
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ZAKK WYLDE Says Next BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Studio Album Won't Arrive Until 2014
On Friday, May 25, Niclas Müller-Hansen of Sweden's Metalshrine conducted an interview with Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Metalshrine: Are you gonna do something with Kerry King [SLAYER]? Zakk: Well, I mean, I always talk with Kerry...May 28, 2012
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KATATONIA: New Album Title, Cover Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
Swedish dark rockers KATATONIA have set "Dead End Kings" as the title of their new album, due on August 28 (one day earlier internationally) via Peaceville Records. The CD, which will feature a guest appearance by Norwegian singer Silje Wergeland (THE GATHERING),was recorded over a two-month period...May 28, 2012
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IRON MAIDEN's 'The Number Of The Beast' Voted Best British Album Of Past 60 Years
IRON MAIDEN's classic 1982 LP "The Number Of The Beast" was named best British album of the past 60 years in an HMV poll to mark the Diamond Jubilee. IRON MAIDEN's third full-length effort, which saw the recording debut of vocalist Bruce Dickinson, and the final appearance of drummer Clive Burr in t...May 28, 2012
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JON OLIVA To Guest On Syrian Heavy Metal Band's New Single
Jon Oliva (SAVATAGE, JON OLIVA'S PAIN) will be the featured guest on "Play The Pawn", the new single from Syrian metallers THE HOURGLASS. In addition, THE HOURGLASS will open for JON OLIVA'S PAIN on June 26 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Commented THE HOURGLASS guitarist Rawad Abdel Massih: "We are...May 25, 2012
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Former TNT Singer Opens For STRYPER In New York City (Video)
Fan-filmed video footage of former TNT singer Tony Harnell performing the TNT classic "10000 Lovers (In One)" last night (Thursday, May 24) at B.B. King Blues Club & Grill in New York City as the support act for STRYPER can be seen below. As previously reported, Harnell is rumored to be planning...May 25, 2012
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MESSIAH MARCOLIN Discusses His Split With CANDLEMASS In Latest 'Candlemass Chronicles'
The latest installment of the CANDLEMASS biography "Candlemass Chronicles" has just been released. In this fifth issue, focus is set on the self-titled album (Nuclear Blast Records, 2005) and the period from the band's reunion in 2002 up until the final split of the classic lineup in 2006. Former vo...May 25, 2012
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KAMELOT Signs New Deal With STEAMHAMMER/SPV
American melodic metallers KAMELOT have inked a new deal with Steamhammer/SPV. The agreement covers the entire world except Japan, where KAMELOT will remain with King Records. KAMELOT is currently recording the drums for its new album at Morrisound Studios in Tampa, Florida with renowned engineer Ji...May 25, 2012
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EMPIRES OF EDEN: Audio Samples Of Entire 'Channelling The Infinite' Album
EMPIRES OF EDEN — the brainchild of PAINDIVISION/ex-DUNGEON guitarist Stu Marshall — will release its third album, "Channelling The Infinite", on June 1 in Japan through Rubicon, and on June 6 in rest of the world June 6 through Music Buy Mail. The CD features guest appearances by some of the most i...May 25, 2012
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DEF LEPPARD: New 'Rock Of Ages', 'Pour Some Sugar On Me' Single Artwork Revealed
To celebrate the summer of "Rock Of Ages", DEF LEPPARD has recorded new versions of "Pour Some Sugar On Me" and "Rock Of Ages". The songs will be available worldwide on iTunes, Amazon, and all other digital music retailers June 4. The official cover artwork for the two singles can be seen below. The...May 24, 2012
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APOCALYPTICA Plays Special 'Mini Acoustic Set' In Vancouver; Video Available
On Monday, May 21, Finnish rock cello quartet APOCALYPTICA played a special "mini acoustic set" at Scrape Records in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, followed by a meet-and-greet. You can watch video footage of their appearance below. The setlist was as follows: 01. End Of Me (feat. singer Tipe...May 24, 2012
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ENGEL's 'Blood Of Saints' Lands On Swedish Chart
ENGEL's new album, "Blood Of Saints", has entered the official chart in Sweden at position No. 60. Released on May 18 via Season Of Mist, the CD was recorded at Antfarm studios in Aabyhøj, Denmark. According to the group, the new album "is going to be a good mixture between both [previous ENGEL effo...May 24, 2012
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PUTERAEON: 'Flesh Architect' Video Released
"Flesh Architect", the new video from Swedish death metallers PUTERAEON, can be seen below. The song comes off the band's sophomore album, "Cult Cthulhu", which will be released on June 1 via the German label Cyclone Empire. The 11-song follow-up to last year's "The Esoteric Order" was tracked at RZ...May 24, 2012
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DEF LEPPARD Guitarist PHIL COLLEN Interviewed On 'Lamont And Tonelli Show' (Audio)
On May 18, DEF LEPPARD guitarist Phil Collen was interviewed by Lamont and Sully of the "Lamont And Tonelli Show", which airs on the Bay Area rock station 107.7 The Bone. You can listen to the chat in the YouTube clip below. To celebrate the summer of "Rock Of Ages", DEF LEPPARD has recorded new ...May 23, 2012
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KAMELOT Signs Japanese Deal For New Album
American melodic metallers KAMELOT have inked a deal with King Records for the Japanese release of their next album, tentatively due in the fall. Commented KAMELOT guitarist Thomas Youngblood: "We are very excited about working again with King on the new album! We are also planning to return to Japa...May 23, 2012
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