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NEVERMORE Guitarist JEFF LOOMIS To Release Solo Album
Brian Rademacher of Rock Eyez recently conducted an interview with NEVERMORE guitarist Jeff Loomis. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Rock Eyez: How was it working with Andy Sneap producing? Jeff Loomis: "Unbelievable. A lot of the fans know that we worked with him in 2000 with the release...July 27, 2005
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DRAGONLORD: Release Dates Announced For Sophomore Album
DRAGONLORD, the San Francisco Bay Area "black" metal band featuring current and former members of TESTAMENT, will release their sophomore album, "Black Wings of Destiny", on September 26 in Europe and October 4 in the U.S. via Escapi Music. The follow-up to 2001's "Rapture" (Spitfire Records) was re...July 24, 2005
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Guitarist 'METAL' MIKE CHLASCIAK Talks About Playing With HALFORD, SEBASTIAN BACH And TESTAMENT
Jukebo.cx recently conducted an interview with guitarist "Metal" Mike Chlasciak (HALFORD, PAINMUSEUM, SEBASTIAN BACH). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Jukebox: The first time I heard the debut HALFORD record, "Resurrection", it stunned me. To me, that record was a defining moment in metal...July 22, 2005
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NOVEMBERS DOOM To Headline Milwaukee's M4 FEST
Chicago doomsters NOVEMBERS DOOM will be headlining the M4 Fest on August 26 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Other groups expected to appear at the event include YAKUZA, RICTUS GRIN, UNDER THREAT, UNSOLEMN and DEEP RED. A full listing of bands slated to appear at the festival will be posted at www.mixminus...July 22, 2005
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UNEARTH Frontman: MEGADETH's New Lineup Is 'A Total Horseshit Joke'
Abrasive Rock recently conducted an interview with UNEARTH frontman Trevor Phipps. An excerpt from the chat follows: Abrasive Rock: With all the reunion shows going on right now is there one that really excites you? Trevor Phipps: "I'd love to see TESTAMENT. I guess they're back together with Alex S...July 21, 2005
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HELMET: 'Smart' Video Posted Online
HELMET's video for the track "Smart" has been posted online at HelmetMusic.com. "Smart" comes off the group's latest CD, "Size Matters", which was released last October through Interscope Records. The CD was recorded by Ryan Boesch, Chris Holmes, and former NINE INCH NAILS keyboardist Charlie Clouse...July 21, 2005
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TUSKA OPEN AIR METAL FESTIVAL: Photos Posted Online
A number of high-quality photos taken at this past weekend's Tuska Open Air Metal Festival have been posted online at Mesta.net. Tuska Open Air Metal Festival was held July 15-17 at Kaisaniemi Park in Helsinki, Finland. Bands that performed at the festival included MONSTER MAGNET, APOCALYPTICA, FINN...July 19, 2005
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist JEFF YOUNG Discusses His Time With The Group
Blasting-Zone.com recently conducted an in-depth interview with former MEGADETH guitarist Jeff Young. Several excerpts follow: Blasting-Zone.com: How did you become involved with MEGADETH? Jeff: "I was frustrated. I had been in L.A. for about four years and I was probably about a month to four month...July 17, 2005
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TESTAMENT: Tacoma Photos Posted Online
TESTAMENT's original lineup — Chuck Billy (vocals),Eric Peterson (guitar),Alex Skolnick (guitar),Greg Christian (bass),and Louie Clemente (drums) — performed at the Old Shipwreck in Tacoma, WA on July 8. Check out pictures from AbrasiveRock.com. TESTAMENT recently completed a two-week European t...July 16, 2005
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NEVERMORE's JEFF LOOMIS Discusses Addition Of STEVE SMYTH To Band's Lineup
Abrasive Rock recently conducted an interview with NEVERMORE guitarist Jeff Loomis. Several excerpts from the interview follow: Abrasive Rock: You said that [new guitarist] Steve [Smyth, ex-TESTAMENT] had some input [in the new album, "This Godless Endeavor"] then? Jeff Loomis: "Yeah." Abrasive Rock...July 14, 2005
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THRASH AGAINST CANCER Benefit Concert A Success
Over 700 metal fans turned out for the Thrash Against Cancer benefit on July 9 at the Pound amphitheatre in San Francisco. The original lineup of TESTAMENT headlined the event, which featured additional appearances by VICIOUS RUMORS, LAAZ ROCKIT, HIRAX, AGENT STEEL, DEKAPITATOR, MUDFACE, NEIL TURBIN...July 14, 2005
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DREAMS OF DAMNATION: Former DARK ANGEL Guitarist Reports On THRASH AGAINST CANCER Benefit
DREAMS OF DAMNATION, the new band featuring former DARK ANGEL guitarist Jim Durkin, have returned hom to Los Angeles after performing on Saturday (July 9) at the Thrash Against Cancer benefit at The Pound SF outdoor amphitheatre in San Francisco, California. Commented Durkin: "We all made it back to...July 11, 2005
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This Godless Endeavor
"This Godless Endeavor" may just be the most complete and musically accomplished NEVERMORE album to date. Quite a pronouncement, I know, especially when considered in light of a classic like "Dead Heart in a Dead World". However, as with any NEVERMORE album, repeat listens to the 57 minutes of "This...July 9, 2005
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SCARIOT To Mix New Album In September
SCARIOT mainman Død (a.k.a. Daniel Olaisen; BLOOD RED THRONE) has posted the following update on the recording sessions for the group's new album: "All the drums and guitar parts are finished. We still have some vocals to record. July 20th, I'll hook up with Steve [DiGiorgio; TESTAMENT, SADUS, SEBAS...July 7, 2005
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MACHINE HEAD, TESTAMENT, EXODUS Members To Participate In THRASH AGAINST CANCER Benefit Concert
Current and former members of MACHINE HEAD, SLAYER, TESTAMENT, EXODUS and DEATH ANGEL will comprise the "All-Star" guest lineup, which is scheduled to appear and participate at the Thrash Against Cancer benefit on July 9 at The Pound SF outdoor amphitheatre in San Francisco, California. Confirmed gu...July 7, 2005
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