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W.A.S.P.: Video Footage Of SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL Press Conference Available
W.A.S.P. mainman Blackie Lawless took part in a press conference yesterday (Saturday, June 12) at the Sweden Rock Festival in Sölvesborg in southern Sweden. You can watch video footage of the question-and-answer session in two parts below. In a recent interview with Greg Olma of 69 Faces Of Rock, La...June 13, 2010
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PARAGON Seeking Guitarist
Bassist Jan Bünning of German power metallers PARAGON has issued the following update: "We get asked many times these days when we will have a new album out and when we will do shows again. The problem is: We are still looking for a new guitar player but couldn't find the right one so far. ...May 26, 2010
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Former EVERGREY Bassist Explains His Departure
Finnish bassist Jari Kainulainen has commented on his recent departure from the Swedish metal band EVERGREY in order to become a permanent member of the U.S. metal act KILLING MACHINE. His exit came after a period of turmoil within EVERGREY which also saw two other members leave the fold. Commented...May 25, 2010
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YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Drummer JOHANSSON Rejoins KINLIN
Drummer Patrick Johansson (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, W.A.S.P.) has rejoined the Florida-based hard rock band KINLIN. He replaces Ali Nassar, who recently left the group to "pursue other musical avenues," according to a press release. Also newly added to KINLIN's current lineup is bassist Steve Gammon of G-S...May 24, 2010
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Former W.A.S.P. Members Rejoin Forces In W.A.S.
Chris Holmes (guitar; ex-W.A.S.P.),Randy Piper (guitar; ANIMAL, ex-W.A.S.P.),Steve Unger (bass; ex-METAL CHURCH),Rich Lewis (vocals; ANIMAL) and Stet Howland (drums; ex-W.A.S.P.) have joined forces in a brand new band called WHERE ANGELS SUFFER (W.A.S.). The group's debut album, "Purgatory", has...May 23, 2010
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WITCHERY: Behind-The-Scenes Footage From 'Witchkrieg' Video Shoot Posted Online
Behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Witchkrieg", the new video from Swedish metallers WITCHERY, can be viewed below. The clip, which was shot in early May in Stockholm, Sweden, was filmed, directed and produced by Daniel Larrson and AT THE GATES/THE HAUNTED guitarist Anders Björler (At The...May 19, 2010
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Ex-W.A.S.P./FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Guitarist Pays Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO
Former W.A.S.P./FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH guitarist Darrell Roberts has posted the following message regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "Beginning May 16th 2010 my world will never be the same. "For me, Dio was just...May 17, 2010
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KILLING MACHINE To Support AC/DC In France
KILLING MACHINE, which features in its ranks former members of SLAYER, TESTAMENT and EVERGREY, will support AC/DC on the French Leg of the "Black Ice Tour" next month. The two shows will take place at Parc Des Sports Charles Ehrmann in Nice on June 15 and the Stade De France in Paris on June 18. ...May 12, 2010
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ACCEPT Announces Second Show With AC/DC
Reformed heavy metal legends ACCEPT have announced a second show as the support act for AC/DC — June 13 at Cannstatter Wasen in Stuttgart, Germany. As previously reported, ACCEPT will also play a one-hour-long set before AC/DC hits the stage on May 25 in Hannover, Germany. Guitarist/songwriter Wolf...May 11, 2010
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Former ANTHRAX Guitarist DAN SPITZ: 'I Will Not Stop Playing And Touring Ever Again'
Former ANTHRAX guitarist Dan Spitz was released from the hospital last week after he received treatment for complications from his 2009 heart attack. Spitz is currently hard at work on the debut album from his DEUXMONKEY project, which also features ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes, vocalist Wade Black (...May 10, 2010
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ACCEPT: 'Teutonic Terror' Video Released
"Teutonic Terror", the new video from reformed heavy metal legends ACCEPT, can be viewed below. The clip was filmed in March by director/producer/editor Dave Blass. Executive Producer is Doug Jeffery (BRITNEY SPEARS, MILEY CYRUS, RIHANNA) for Grid 41. When asked how he came to be involved in making...May 10, 2010
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L.A. GUNS Drummer STEVE RILEY Interviewed In Bulgaria
Metal Hangar 18 conducted an interview with Steve Riley (L.A. GUNS, ex-STEPPENWOLF, ex-W.A.S.P.) an hour before L.A. GUNS' May 6, 2010 concert at The City Square in Kavarna, Bulgaria (with 1,800 people in attendance). Watch the chat below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. No Mercy 02. Gypsy So...May 9, 2010
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WITCHERY: New Album To Feature Guest Appearances By SLAYER, MERCYFUL FATE, DARK ANGEL Members
Kerry King (SLAYER),Hank Shermann (MERCYFUL FATE, FORCE OF EVIL, DEMONICA),Andy La Rocque (KING DIAMOND) and Jim Durkin (DARK ANGEL) have recorded guest appearances on "Witchkrieg", the forthcoming album from Swedish metallers WITCHERY. WITCHERY's lineup reads like the who's-who of Swedish metal:...April 28, 2010
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WITCHERY: 'Witchkrieg' Artwork Unveiled
Sweden's WITCHERY will release its new album, "Witchkrieg", on July 18 via Century Media Records. The CD will mark the recording debut of the band's new vocalist, Legion (MARDUK, DEVIAN). Commented guitarist Jensen: "So it's finally, finally, FINALLY time for a new WITCHERY album! And not just any o...April 26, 2010
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Former W.A.S.P., MCAULEY SCHENKER GROUP, RATT Members Schedule DROPOUT STONER CLAN Gig
DROPOUT STONER CLAN, the Los Angeles-based covers band featuring former members of MCAULEY SCHENKER GROUP, VINCE NEIL, RATT and W.A.S.P., will perform at the Roxy in Hollywood, California on Saturday, April 24. The group's lineup is as follows: Brian Tichy (OZZY OSBOURNE, BILLY IDOL) - Drums Brent W...April 22, 2010
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