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OBSESSION Completing Work On New Demo
Reunited classic early '80s metal band OBSESSION are seventy-five percent of the way towards completing their three-song demo recording, which will be used to officially shop a recording deal with an assortment of labels. The group are reportedly "very excited" about the progress so far on the recor...July 29, 2003
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7 HOURS LATER To Open For STRYPER On The West Coast
Cincinnati-based 7 HOURS LATER have been chosen as the opening act for the West Coast leg of the STRYPER 20th Anniversary Reunion Tour in support of their new CD, "7: The Best Of Stryper", on Hollywood Records. Longtime friend of 7 HOURS LATER guitarist Lynn Edward Glezen, STRYPER's own Robert Sweet...July 27, 2003
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ROBERT TRUJILLO: I'm Still A METALLICA Fan
New METALLICA bassist Robert Trujillo (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES) recently told Canada's Chart Attack that it was somewhat of a relief to have joined the group after all the songwriting and recording sessions for "St. Anger" had already been completed. "I had my hands full with trying to...July 26, 2003
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DARK MOOR Announce New Drummer, Prepare To Record
Madrid, Spain-based power metallers DARK MOOR have announced the addition of drummer Andy C. to the group's ranks. Andy is 25 years old and has previously played in several Spanish bands, including WORMED. DARK MOOR's self-titled fourth full-length album will be recorded during August at New Sin Stu...July 26, 2003
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OZZY Tour Manager Death Likely Due To Throat Cancer
Mike Martindale of The Detroit News is reporting that the tour manager for Ozzy Osbourne likely died as a result of throat cancer, but results of his autopsy could take several weeks. Robert "Bobby" Thomson died Thursday afternoon in his room at the Townsend Hotel (photos) in Birmingham. He was in t...July 25, 2003
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Former DOKKEN Guitarist: 'LYNCH MOB Is Not Breaking Up'
Former DOKKEN guitarist George Lynch has issued a statement dispelling rumors of a breakup within the ranks of his current band, LYNCH MOB. The following is George's statement in its entirety: "Contrary to what you may read on the Internet, the band is not breaking up. The truth is that [vocalist] R...July 25, 2003
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OZZY OSBOURNE's Tour Manager Passes Away At OZZFEST Stop
Robert "Bobby" Thomson, longtime tour manager for Ozzy Osbourne, passed away in his sleep and was discovered Thursday morning (July 24) in his Detroit hotel room. He was in Detroit with Ozzfest. Thomson, 50, had been battling throat cancer for the last 18 months. Born in Wallyford, Scotland, Thomson...July 25, 2003
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Cleveland Plain Dealer: Festival Flexes Its Ozz-some Metal Muscle
Robert Cherry of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reviewed Ozzfest 2003's Tuesday (July 22) stop at Cleveland's Blossom Music Center. "Ozzfest seemed doomed this year," he wrote. "Ratings for Ozzy Osbourne's wholesome family sitcom have been slip ping. KORN's overextended nu-metal empire has rusted. "And...July 24, 2003
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BLACKMORE'S NIGHT Enter Japanese Chart At No. 15!
BLACKMORE'S NIGHT's latest CD, "Ghost Of A Rose", has entered the Japanese charts at No. 15. In addition, the album is currently at No. 25 on the German chart after three weeks of release. "Ghost Of A Rose", due in the U.S on August 30 through SPV/Steamhammer Records, features former DEEP PURPLE/RAI...July 23, 2003
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MACHINE HEAD Finish Recording New Album, Prepare To Mix
MACHINE HEAD have finished recording their fifth studio album, entitled "Through The Ashes Of Empires", at Sharkbite studios in Oakland, California and are currently preparing to begin mixing the effort for an October 13 European release through Roadrunner Records. "Yesterday [July 21] was our last...July 22, 2003
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LIFE OF AGONY Announce European Tour!
The classic LIFE OF AGONY lineup of Keith Caputo (vocals),Alan Robert (bass),Joey Z (guitar) and Sal Abruscato (drums) will embark on a European tour during October/November. Confirmed dates are as follows: Oct. 18 - Antwerp, BEL - Hof Ter Lo Oct. 19 - Offenbach, GER - Capitol Oct. 21 - Dortmund,...July 21, 2003
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THE SERVANTS Record New Songs
THE SERVANTS, the San Francisco Bay Area-based band featuring former MACHINE HEAD/TESTAMENT drummer Chris Kontos, have just finished a week of recording at The Plantin Sausalito, California. "It was a magical experience and it really comes through on record," reads a message on the band's official w...July 20, 2003
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METALLICA To Film 'Frantic' Video In Montreal
METALLICA will film a video for the track "Frantic" in the suburbs of Montreal, Quebec early next week, according to Journal de Montreal. The band, who are scheduled to perform at Parc Jean Drapeau Sunday night (July 20) as part of the Summer Sanitarium Tour, will spend a couple of extra days in the...July 19, 2003
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Classic Metallers OBSESSION Reform, Begin Work On New Material
Classic early '80s metal band OBSESSION has reformed. Original members Michael Vescera (vocals, ex-LOUDNESS, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN) and Jay Mezias (drums, ex-HANDS OF STONE, WORLDPAIN) are joined in the new lineup by Swedish guitar sensation Robert Marcello (DANGER DANGER, IRONHORSE),Boston-based neo-cl...July 15, 2003
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BURST Sign With RELAPSE RECORDS
Sweden's BURST have signed a worldwide recording deal with Relapse Records. The band will showcase their unique style of heavy music on their Relapse debut, "Prey On Life", due on September 23 in North America and October 13 in Europe. BURST — whose lineup consists of Linus Jägerskog (vocals),Jespe...July 15, 2003
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