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BLACK SABBATH Bassist: JON LORD Was 'One Of The Great Musicians Of My Generation'
BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler (pictured below) has released the following statement: "[I was] very sad to hear of [former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist] Jon's [Lord] death, following his battle with the demon cancer. [He was] one of the great musicians of my generation. Tony Iommi [BLACK SABBATH gui...July 16, 2012
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Former DEEP PURPLE Keyboardist JON LORD Dies At 71
DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Jon Lord has lost his battle with pancreatic cancer at age 71. A message at his web site states: "It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Jon Lord, who suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism today, Monday, July 16th at the London Clinic, after a long battle with pancr...July 16, 2012
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The Evolution Of FOZZY (Video)
A new video clip of FOZZY singer — andWWE wrestling superstar — Chris Jericho talking about the band's history can be seen below. FOZZY will release its new album, "Sin And Bones", on August 14 (one day earlier internationally) via the group's new label, Century Media Records. The cover artwork for...July 12, 2012
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TESTAMENT Guitarist: Is Prejudice Against Metal Behind Lack Of Media Coverage Of BLYTHE Case?
TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick has posted the following message on his official web site: "It was at an elaborate breakfast buffet in an upscale Manila hotel — courtesy of a Filipino concert promoter — where I first had an in-depth conversation with Randy Blythe. Sure we'd run into each other bef...July 12, 2012
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GARY MOORE: 'Blues For Jimi' CD, DVD And Blu-Ray Due In September
Eagle Rock Entertainment has announced the September 25 release of the Gary Moore CD, DVD and Blu-ray title "Blues For Jimi". This release captures a unique concert featuring Moore playing Jimi Hendrix tracks, including such classics as "Purple Haze", "Foxy Lady", "The Wind Cries Mary", "Hey Joe", "...July 12, 2012
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SCOTT KELLY AND THE ROAD HOME Album To Receive North American Release Via NEUROT
Founding NEUROSIS guitarist/vocalist Scott Kelly is preparing to release his new solo album in North America via Neurot Records on August 14. The past two years have seen Scott Kelly touring across three continents, besides recording for and releasing a split seven-inch single with Wino and the most...July 12, 2012
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TOMMY LEE Explains Facebook Rant
MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee has spoken out about the Facebook rant he went on last week where he asked fans to stop requesting pictures every time he walks outside. Speaking to Fuse.TV, Lee revealed what tipped him over the edge. "My mother passed away recently," he said. "I was picking ...July 11, 2012
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PARKWAY DRIVE Recording New Album
Australian metalcore band PARKWAY DRIVE is currently bunkered down in a Los Angeles studio hard at work on its fourth album. The recording is due to take seven weeks, which is the longest time the band has spent on any album. Production is being overseen by Matt Hyde, whose vast resume includes SLAY...July 11, 2012
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TARJA TURUNEN: 'Into The Sun' Single Artwork Unveiled
Eagle Rock imprint Armoury Records, in conjunction with Hamburg, Germany-based earMUSIC, has announced the release of the first-ever live solo album from Finnish singer Tarja Turunen. Entitled "Act I", the release will be unleashed to North American fans on September 4 in 2-CD, 2-DVD and Blu-ray for...July 11, 2012
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ECLIPSE: 'Bleed & Scream' EPK Available
An EPK (Electronic Press Kit) for "Bleed & Scream", the fourth album from Swedish hard rockers ECLIPSE, can be seen below. The CD will be released on August 28 via Frontiers Records. "Bleed & Scream" comes four years after ECLIPSE's acclaimed album "Are You Ready To Rock", which gained the b...July 11, 2012
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GEEZER BUTLER Remembers RONNIE JAMES DIO On What Would Have Been Singer's 70th Birthday
Legendary heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio, best known for his work with BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW and his own band DIO, would have celebrated his 70th birthday today (Tuesday, July 10) had he not passed away of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010 at the age of 67. In a posting on his official web ...July 10, 2012
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FOZZY: 'Sin And Bones' Track Listing Revealed
FOZZY — the band featuring WWE wrestling superstar Chris Jericho and STUCK MOJO mastermind Rich "The Duke" Ward — will release its new album, "Sin And Bones", on August 14 (one day earlier internationally) via the group's new label, Century Media Records. The cover artwork for the CD can be seen bel...July 10, 2012
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TARJA TURUNEN: 'Act I' Teaser Trailer Released
Eagle Rock imprint Armoury Records, in conjunction with Hamburg, Germany-based earMUSIC, has announced the release of the first-ever live solo album from Finnish singer Tarja Turunen. Entitled "Act I", the release will be unleashed to North American fans on September 4 in 2-CD, 2-DVD and Blu-ray for...July 10, 2012
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ANTHRAX Recording BLACK SABBATH's 'Neon Knights' For DIO Tribute (Video)
Video footage of ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante laying down a cover version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "Neon Knights" for inclusion on the upcoming Ronnie James Dio tribute album can be seen below. The collection, which is being assembled by the singer's widow and longtime manager Wendy Dio, will...July 9, 2012
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STRATOVARIUS: 'Under Flaming Winter Skies' DVD Tops Finnish Chart
STRATOVARIUS's new DVD, "Under Flaming Winter Skies - Live In Tampere", has entered the Music DVD chart in Finland at position No. 1. The news of drummer Jörg Michael's departure from the Finnish melodic metallers STRATOVARIUS in September 2011 was a shock for all of the band's fans. To say goodbye...July 9, 2012
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