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SLIPKNOT Guitarist JIM ROOT: 'We're Focusing On STONE SOUR For A Few Years'
Christina Fuoco of LiveDaily recently conducted an interview with STONE SOUR/SLIPKNOT guitarist Jim Root. A few excerpts from the chat follow: On SLIPKNOT's immediate future: "We're focusing on [STONE SOUR] for a few years. I haven't talked to or heard from anybody in SLIPKNOT, as far as writing or...November 30, 2006
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Black Elk
The self-titled debut from Portland, Oregon's BLACK ELK is one of those albums that seeps into the pores and wreaks havoc with the nervous system. The disc recalls the Amphetamine Reptile sound with a generous helping of bands like THE MELVINS and the JESUS LIZARD, not to mention the raggedy punkish...November 30, 2006
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BLACK SABBATH Bassist Remembers Legendary DJ ALAN 'FLUFF' FREEMAN
Former "Pick of the Pops" radio personality Alan "Fluff" Freeman, known on the BBC radio series for his catchphrases, has died in London at the age of 79, according to United Press International. The disc jockey, who had built a loyal following on the 1960s BBC series with his catchphrases like "Gre...November 29, 2006
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TESLA's 'Guys Pickin' Appearance To Air Next Month
TESLA's eighth "3 Guys Pickin" episode, which is set to air December 8, features all five members, including new guitarist Dave Rude, as they sit down with the "3 Guys" to discuss their upcoming covers album and box set, the funny story behind "Free For All", departed guitarist Tommy Skeoch, how Dav...November 29, 2006
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EAGLES OF DEATH METAL Laugh Off AXL ROSE's Ohio Rant
MTV.com reports that EAGLES OF DEATH METAL have issued a statement in response to being unceremoniously dumped from the GUNS N' ROSES tour after a chilly reception on the first night of what was supposed to be a three-week stint opening up for Axl Rose and Co. Following a well-received set by tour ....November 27, 2006
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NIRVANA, GUNS N' ROSES Classics Among Top Songs Of Past Two Decades
ABC News reports that NIRVANA's iconic 1991 single "Smells Like Teen Spirit" beat out hits from MADONNA, BRITNEY SPEARS and U2 to be named the best pop song in 20 years by Britain's Q magazine. In its November issue, which celebrates Q's 20th anniversary, the publication set out to identify the top...November 27, 2006
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EUROPE Frontman: 'It's Important For Rock Bands To Push The Limits'
Sanctuary Records recently conducted an interview with EUROPE members Joey Tempest (vocals) and John Norum (guitar) about the group's new album, "Secret Society". A few excerpts from the chat follow: Q: Let's get back in time for a moment. When you released "The Final Countdown" no one could knew th...November 27, 2006
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BLACK STONE CHERRY Guitarist Talks About Touring With BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
Kevin Karr of The Times-Herald recently conducted an interview with BLACK STONE CHERRY guitarist Ben Wells. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: The Times-Herald: How does it feel to team up with label mates BLACK LABEL SOCIETY for a U.S. tour? Ben Wells: It's great to be on the road with ...November 27, 2006
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STRATOVARIUS Bassist Mourns Passing Of Finnish Pop Music Legend
STRATOVARIUS bassist Lauri Porra has issued the following message: "Yesterday Juice Leskinen, one of the great figures in Finnish popular music, passed away. I had the honour to work with him on the album 'Senaattori ja Boheemi' (2004),which was his last studio album. I also played a small tour wit...November 25, 2006
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ADAGIO Guitarist Looking To Sign Bands To Publishing Company
French progressive metallers ADAGIO have announced that guitarist Stephan Forté's publishing company, Sanctusignis Publishing, is actively looking to sign bands. Commented Stephan: "I felt it could be better for the band to hold the rights of ADAGIO's music, but as it was not an easy task, we first...November 24, 2006
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CLAWFINGER: In Songwriting Mode
Frontman Zak Tell of the Swedish rap/metal combo CLAWFINGER has issued the following update on the writing/ recording sessions for the group's new studio album: "So Bård [Torstensen, guitar] is in town since Sunday evening [Nov. 19] and we've started another round of writing and recording. So far, s...November 23, 2006
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'Headbanger's Journey' Director: 'Metal Comes From Places That People Want To Forget About'
Australia's The Courier Mail recently conducted an interview with Sam Dunn, one of the directors behind the critically acclaimed "Metal: A Headbanger's Journey" documentary that focuses on the history of heavy metal music. With a masters degree in social anthropology and as a regular contributor to...November 22, 2006
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PAIN OF SALVATION: New Album Cover Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
Sweden's PAIN OF SALVATION has posted the following update on its official web site: "The long-awaited 'Scarsick' album is now done, and is expected to hit the stores late January 2007, just a few weeks before the European tour that will start mid-February. The album is (of course) a concept album,...November 22, 2006
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ULI JON ROTH Confirmed As Special Guest At THERION's 'Classic Show' In Bucharest
Sweden's THERION has updated its official web site with the following message: "Three weeks before the THERION goes classic show (December 9th, Palace Hall, Bucharest) we are proud to announce a huge surprise to the fans: Ex-SCORPIONS and ELECTRIC SKY member Uli Jon Roth, currently developing his ow...November 22, 2006
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Producer TUE MADSEN Comments On DANISH METAL AWARDS
Acclaimed Danish producer Tue Madsen (HALFORD, RAUNCHY, THE HAUNTED, POISONBLACK, KATAKLYSM) has posted the following message on his web site: "So great things happened yesterday. The Danish Metal Awards show happened and RAUNCHY's 'Death Pop Romance' album won for best production, which of course w...November 19, 2006
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