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FORCEFEED Signs With RUSTY CAGE RECORDS
Dutch metallers FORCEFEED have inked a deal with Rusty Cage Records. The quintet has just finished recording its latest effort with producer Jochem Jacobs (TEXTURES) for a fall 2008 release. Since its inception in September 2002, FORCEFEED never stopped moving forward. In addition to releasing one E...June 2, 2008
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THE AURORA PROJECT Signs With THE LASER'S EDGE
Dutch progressive rock band THE AURORA PROJECT has inked a deal with the American label The Laser's Edge. The group's second album, titled "Shadow Border", is currently being mixed by Joost van den Broek (AYREON, AFTER FOREVER) for a September release. According to a press release, "Shadow Border" w...June 2, 2008
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SOILWORK Frontman Interviewed In Malaysia; Video Available
Malaysia's HateTV conducted an interview with SOILWORK frontman Bjrn "Speed" Strid after the band's May 25, 2008 concert at Ruums Club in Kuala Lumpur. The three-minute clip, which includes footage of the group's show in Malaysia, can be viewed below. In other news, SOILWORK has posted the following...June 1, 2008
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EDDIE VAN HALEN's Technician: 'ED Doesn't Play Guitar; The Guitar Submits To ED's Will'
John Sinkevics of The Grand Rapids Press reports: In the kingdom of rock guitar, few people get as close to "the hand of God" most nights as Grand Rapids native Tom Weber. As guitar technician for the revered Eddie Van Halen, Weber not only prepares the musician's arsenal of eight guitars every day...June 1, 2008
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ALICE IN CHAINS, STATIC-X, THE CULT Members Jam With CAMP FREDDY; Video Available
CAMP FREDDY's final sold-out show of their month-long May residency at The Roxy in West Hollywood culminated Thursday night (May 29) with a special appearance by Billy Idol. Idol, guitarist Steve Stevens and drummer Brian Tichy treated the packed house to a cover of THE DOORS' "L.A. Woman", also fea...May 31, 2008
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F**K THE FACTS: Video Footage From 'Disgorge Mexico' Recording Sessions Posted Online
Canadian grind/metal quartet FUCK THE FACTS has posted video footage from the recording sessions for the band's new album, "Disgorge Mexico". Watch the clip below. "Disgorge Mexico" is due on July 22 (July 28 internationally) via Relapse Records. The initial tracks for the LP were laid down last Aug...May 30, 2008
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BIRDS OF PREY To Begin Writing New Material
BIRDS OF PREY, the band featuring Erik Larson (ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY),Bo Leslie (THE LAST VAN ZANT),Summer Welch (BARONESS),Ben Hogg (BEATEN BACK TO PURE) and Dave Witte (MUNICIPAL WASTE),will commence the songwriting sessions for its third album at the end of June. BIRDS OF PREY's most recent CD...May 30, 2008
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STRAPPING YOUNG LAD: New '1994-2006 Chaos Years' Trailer Available
"1994-2006 Chaos Years", the "best-of" set by STRAPPING YOUNG LAD, entered the official Finnish album chart at No. 32 upon its release in late March. Celebrating one of the most innovative metal bands ever, this release contains the legacy of Devin Townsend and his bandmates Gene Hoglan, Byron Strou...May 30, 2008
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EDDIE VAN HALEN Reveals Guitar 'Secrets' In New Interview
RollingStone.com has posted a new interview with VAN HALEN guitar legend Eddie Van Halen as part of a new series of articles called "Secrets Of The Guitar Heroes." A couple of excerpts from the chat follow. RollingStone.com: You ended up covering another Sixties classic, THE KINKS' "You Really Got M...May 29, 2008
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MOONSPELL: First 'Night Eternal' Chart Positions Revealed
MOONSPELL's new album, "Night Eternal", has registered the following first-week chart positions: Portugal: #3 Germany: #62 The follow-up to 2006's "Memorial" was recorded at Antfarm studios in Denmark with producer Tue Madsen (THE HAUNTED, DARK TRANQUILLITY, HALFORD). Two editions of the record were...May 29, 2008
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SAMMY HAGAR Talks Tequila; Video Available
Drinksville.com has posted a two-minute video interview with Sammy Hagar in which he talks about his Cabo Wabo brand of tequila. Watch it at this location. Sammy Hagar made Forbes magazine's list of Top 20 Paydays of 2007 for the entertainment industry after he added $80 million to his bank account...May 29, 2008
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VAN HALEN + RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS = CHICKENFOOT
According to The Pulse of Radio, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS drummer Chad Smith has joined the new "supergroup" started by former VAN HALEN frontman Sammy Hagar. The band, tentatively called CHICKENFOOT, also features ex-VAN HALEN bassist Michael Anthony and guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani and will enter the...May 28, 2008
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EDGE OF ANGER Putting Finishing Touches On Debut Album
Dutch melodic metal band EDGE OF ANGER will return to Spacelab Studio (DELAIN, ANCIENT RITES) in Germany in June with producer Christian Moschus (EVERON) to put the finishing touches on its as-yet-untitled debut album for a tentative August/September release via Sleaszy Rider Records from Greece. Gu...May 28, 2008
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DETONATION Announces Session Drummer
Dutch death/thrash metal act DETONATION which recently parted ways with drummer and founding member Thomas Kalksma has issued the following update: "After a couple of try-outs we found the perfect guy to help us out for the upcoming shows, namely Michiel van der Plicht (TOXOCARA, PROSTITUTE DISFIGUR...May 28, 2008
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METAL CHURCH Singer's Solo Band Confirmed For ROCKLAHOMA Festival
METAL CHURCH frontman Ronny Munroe has issued the following update: "I have just been confirmed with my solo band to play at Rocklahoma on Friday, July 11. My solo band consisting of METAL CHURCH's own Rick Van Zandt (ROTTWEILLER) on guitar. Rick Pierce (TKO, Q5, KNIGHTSHADE) on guitar. Izzy Rehaume...May 27, 2008
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