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DIO: European Support Acts Announced
DIO, the band fronted by the legendary heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio (HEAVEN AND HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW),has scheduled the following dates: May 27 - Academy Birmingham, UK (w/ GIRLSCHOOL) May 28 - Astoria London, UK (w/ GIRLSCHOOL) May 30 - Sentrum Scene Oslo, NOR May 31 - Kopervik Fe...April 1, 2008
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DREAM THEATER, OPETH: When PORTNOY And KERFELDT Unite!
In anticipation of the Progressive Nation 2008 tour, Roadrunner Records brought together the leaders of the two acts topping the bill DREAM THEATER's Mike Portnoy and OPETH's Mikael kerfeldt sat for a series of interviews to be posted over the next four weeks leading up to the Progressive Nation kic...March 31, 2008
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UK's SUMMER'S END FESTIVAL: More Bands Confirmed
More artists have been confirmed for the Summer's End Festival 2008, set to take place September 26 28 at The Hall in Lydney, Gloucestershire, England. The bill is shaping up as follows (with one more band to be announced for the final day): Friday, September 26: THRESHOLD SEASON'S END Saturday, Sep...March 31, 2008
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W.A.S.P. Planning Anthology Box Set
Cameron Edney of Australia's Inside_Out666 recently conducted an interview with W.A.S.P. mainman Blackie Lawless. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Inside_Out666: I believe that you will be playing "The Crimson Idol" album in its entirety, as well as a greatest hits set [on the upcoming Australia...March 30, 2008
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JUDAS PRIEST Singer Says Tour With HEAVEN AND HELL And MOTRHEAD Is 'Looking Very Real'
A 29-minute audio interview with JUDAS PRIEST singer Rob Halford which aired on last night's (March 29) edition of "The Classic Metal Show" is available for streaming in three parts below. A few excerpts from the chat follow: The Classic Metal Show: I interviewed you back when TWO [Rob's one-off ind...March 30, 2008
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DERRINGER: Reunion Tour Dates Announced
Since its original signing, DERRINGER has been considered one of the best guitar duos of all time. With the release of its first album, the band found itself supporting AEROSMITH's "Toys In The Attic" and "Rocks" tours. DERRINGER's next album release, "Sweet Evil", saw the group opening for BOSTON's...March 30, 2008
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VITAL REMAINS Unveils New Touring Lineup; Photos, Video Footage Available
ReturnToThePit.com has posted 155 (!) photos of VITAL REMAINS' new Dave Suzuki-less touring lineup featuring Scott Wily (ZIRCON) on lead vocals performing live at The Middle East in Boston, Massachusetts on Thursday, March 27. Check them out at this location. Also available are pictures of the other...March 29, 2008
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LACUNA COIL's FERRO Talks About Songwriting Process For New Album
LACUNA COIL's male singer Andrea Ferro recently answered a number of questions submitted by the group's fans via the EmptySpiral.net web site regarding the songwriting process for LACUNA COIL's forthcoming album. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: EmptySpiral.net: So, how's the new music com...March 29, 2008
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KING DIAMOND: New Audio Interview Available
TheRighttoRock.com has issued its latest podcast (episode #50),featuring King Diamond. King tackled a variety of topics, including his health, his band's latest CD, "Give me Your Soul Please", and the video for the track "Give Me Your Soul". The interview lasts approximately 40 minutes and can be h...March 29, 2008
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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Bassist In ALICE IN CHAINS Tribute Band
ANGRY CHAIR, the Chicago, Illinois-based ALICE IN CHAINS tribute band featuring FLOTSAM AND JETSAM bassist Jason B. Ward, has scheduled the following dates: Mar. 29 - The End Zone - Aurora, IL Apr. 05 - Pop's - Sauget, IL May 02 - O'Malleys - Alsip, Illinois Jun. 28 - The Carnival for the Chicago's...March 28, 2008
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VADER: 'XXV' Audio Sample Available
A new version of the VADER song "Incarnation", taken from the band's forthcoming anniversary album "XXV", is available for streaming at this location. Due at the end of May through Regain Records, "XXV" was specially recorded for VADER's 25th anniversary and features re-recorded songs from the band'...March 28, 2008
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DEEP PURPLE Keyboardist To Guest On SUNSHINE RADIO's 'The Rock Show'
DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Don Airey will be the featured guest on UK's "The Rock Show" on Sunshine Radio with Jeff Collins on Sunday, March 30 between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. (UK time). Tune in to hear Don talk about the making of his new solo album, playing at the Kremlin with DEEP PURPLE in ...March 28, 2008
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VICIOUS RUMORS: First Footage With New Singer, Guitarist Posted Online
Capital Chaos has posted video footage of veteran San Francisco Bay Area metallers VICIOUS RUMORS performing their first show with the band's new lineup at the The Kennel Club in Sacramento, California on March 22, 2008. Also on the bill were WHITE MINORITIES, DAMAGE OVER TIME and OMNIDEMIC. VICIOUS...March 27, 2008
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GEORGE LYNCH Says 'Original' DOKKEN Reunion Will Probably Happen In 2009
A 24-minute audio interview with George Lynch (DOKKEN, LYNCH MOB, SOULS OF WE) conducted by Norway's Metal Express Radio following a recent guitar clinic in Oslo has been posted online at this location. Lynch discusses his new band SOULS OF WE (which also features former BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION vocali...March 27, 2008
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KATAKLYSM Featured In Nuclear Blast Video Cast Episode Three
Northern hyperblasters KATAKLYSM are featured in the third episode of the Nuclear Blast Video Cast, which can be viewed below. In this hour-long episode, Nuclear Blast USA speak with the band and discuss the new album, "Prevail", their plans for the record, and even take the time to ask the band que...March 26, 2008
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