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JEFF SCOTT SOTO: 'It's Time To Continue Working On My Own Path Again'

On July 7, 2006, Jeff Scott Soto (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, TALISMAN) began a new chapter in his life as lead singer for mega legends JOURNEY. June 11, 2007, not even a year later, that chapter ended. Says Jeff, "I was looking forward to a long, prosperous future with these guys but it seems they wanted som...

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ALICE COOPER Replaces ROB ZOMBIE On HEAVEN AND HELL Tour

ALICE COOPER appears to have replaced ROB ZOMBIE on the upcoming HEAVEN AND HELL tour, which also features QUEENSRŸCHE in the opening slot. However, it is not presently clear if ALICE COOPER will play all the shows on the trek or if he will only be added to select gigs. So far the following dates .....

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ANOTHER ANIMAL: First Single Announced

ANOTHER ANIMAL, the new band featuring GODSMACK members Shannon Larkin (drums),Robbie Merrill (bass) and Tony Rombola (guitar),alongside vocalist Whitfield Crane (UGLY KID JOE, LIFE OF AGONY, MEDICATION) and DROPBOX guitarist Lee Richards, will release its long-awaited debut album in September via...

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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Guitarist: OZZY OSBOURNE 'Is A Smart, Genuine, Talented Man'

BLACK LABEL SOCIETY is currently on a European arena tour as the support act for OZZY OSBOURNE. The band is touring on the back of latest release, "Shot to Hell", which was released last September on Roadrunner Records. BLACK LABEL SOCIETY guitarist Nick Catanese has offered the following update: "G...

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CRIMSON GLORY Members To Support KAMELOT In Florida

BLACK REIGN, the band featuring CRIMSON GLORY members Wade Black (vocals; ex-LEATHERWOLF) and Jesse Martillo (drums),has been confirmed as one of the support acts for KAMELOT on August 15 at the Bourbon Street club in New Port Richey, Florida. Also scheduled to appear is ROYAL ANGUISH. Doors are 7:...

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OZZY OSBOURNE: 'I Should Be Dead A Thousand Times'

Eddie Rowley of Ireland's Sunday World recently conducted an interview with Ozzy Osbourne. A few excerpts from the chat follow: On the December 2003 crash that almost ended his career...and his life: "When I had my motorcycle accident, believe it or not, I went on this incredible journey in my head...

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U.K.'s MTV2 To Air Footage From METAL HAMMER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

U.K.'s MTV2 will air footage from this year's Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards on its "Headbanger's Ball" program on Tuesday, July 10 beginning at 11:00 p.m. (note the change of time from the usual 12:00 midnight slot). A video diary from this year's Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards gala, which was he...

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KING DIAMOND: 'I've Always Been Fascinated By Horror'

Nikki of Bay Area Backstage recently conducted an interview with King Diamond. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Bay Area Backstage: Has it always been a dream of yours to be a musician? King Diamond: No, it just kinda happened. I went to basic school for 10 years and then I ...

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SEVENDUST Drummer, Wife Expecting Child In January

According to HardDrive Radio, SEVENDUST drummer Morgan Rose and his wife Teri Harrison (former "The Price is Right" model) are expecting their first child, due January 8. This will be Morgan's second kid. His first is Kayla, 7, from his previous marriage to ex-COAL CHAMBER bassist Rayna Foss. Meanwh...

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STRAPPING YOUNG LAD Guitarist Welcomes Addition To Family

STRAPPING YOUNG LAD guitarist Jed Simon has issued the following update: "Just wanted to let you know that Susanna [Jed's wife] and I are proud parents!! Edward Malcolm Simon was born May 29, 12:36 pm at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. And I say that Pennsylvania is the perfect place...

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BATTLELORE: Guitarist JYRI VAHVANEN Rejoins The Fold

BATTLELORE guitarist Jyri Vahvanen has rejoined the band following a brief hiatus during which he was temporarily replaced by Tommi Lintunen (EVEMASTER). "I'm back from my Asian trip and ready to join in BATTLELORE's active ranks again," Vahvanen writes in a statement. "Big thanks to Mr. Tommi Lintu...

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METAL HAMMER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS Video Diary Available

A video diary from this year's Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards gala, which was held last night (Monday, June 11) at Koko in London, England, is available at Metal Hammer TV. The Sun Online reported earlier today that Welsh metallers BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE were booed last night when they collected ....

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BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE Booed At METAL HAMMER GOLDEN GODS AWARDS

The Sun Online reports that Welsh metallers BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE were booed last night (Monday, June 11) when they collected their award for "Best UK Band". As a sea of black descended on top London night spot Koko for the fifth annual Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards, the boys seemed shocked at ....

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TWISTED SISTER To Headline U.K.'s HARD ROCK HELL Festival

TWISTED SISTER frontman Dee Snider presented the "Best Comeback" award to HEAVEN AND HELL last night (Monday, June 11) at the Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards at Koko in London, England. Check out pictures from Wire Image. In other news, Snider has announced that TWISTED SISTER will headline the thre...

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LION'S SHARE, HEAVENLY Confirmed For Germany's MAGIC CIRCLE FESTIVAL

LION'S SHARE, one of Sweden's finest melodic metal groups, and HEAVENLY, a French power metal band in the vein of GAMMA RAY and HELLOWEEN, have been confirmed for the Magic Circle Festival, set to take place on July 7, 2007 in Bad Arolsen, Germany. The festival billing is now shaping up as follows:...