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MASTODON To Take Part In Online Chat
Atlanta progressive metallers MASTODON will take part in a live webchat on September 27, the day their new album, "The Hunter", is released. Stay tuned for info on how to fire off your questions that day. "The Hunter" will be released in several configurations that feature an exciting interactive 3D...September 14, 2011
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Recruits BREAKING BENJAMIN Drummer
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY has recruited Chad Szeliga (BREAKING BENJAMIN, OURAFTER) as the band's new drummer. He replaces Mike Froedge (SPEED X, DOUBLEDRIVE),who toured with the group for the past four months. Commented BLACK LABEL SOCIETY guitarist/vocalist Zakk Wylde: "A big BLACK LABEL thanks goes out...September 14, 2011
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DREAM THEATER: 'On The Backs Of Angels' Video Released
"On The Backs Of Angels", the new video from progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER, can be seen below. The song comes off the band's new album, "A Dramatic Turn Of Events", which was released in North America on September 13 via Roadrunner Records. In a recent interview with MusicRadar.com, DREAM T...September 14, 2011
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New DREAM THEATER Drummer: 'We Don't Sit Around And Talk Trash About This Band Or That Person'
Joe Bosso of MusicRadar.com recently conducted an interview with drummer Mike Mangini of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. MusicRadar.com: What have you discovered about the band [since you joined]? Mangini: What I didn't expect on one level was...September 13, 2011
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Entire 'Metal Masters Clinic' Available For Viewing Online
Video footage of the entire second Metal Masters Clinic, which was held yesterday (Monday, September 12) at the Best Buy Theater in New York City, can be viewed at Livestream.com. Participating musicians: * Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX) - Drums * Frank Bello (ANTHRAX) - Bass * Kerry King (SLAYER) - Guit...September 13, 2011
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ELITIST: 'Specter' Lyric Video Released
The official lyric video for "Specter", a brand new song from the Southern California metal outfit ELITIST, can be seen below. The track comes off the band's new EP, "Earth", which will be released on October 25 via Blkheart Group. ELITIST recently announced the addition of vocalist Alex DeHeart to...September 13, 2011
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STAIND Frontman Says He 'Made The Mistake' Of Reading Comments On BLABBERMOUTH.NET
The members of STAIND Aaron Lewis, Mike Mushok and Johnny April recently sat down with longtime friend, Mike Karolyi of the WCCC radio station in Hartford, Connecticut, to discuss their new self-titled album in a syndicated FMQB Productions radio special, "Staind: The Whole Story" (audio available b...September 13, 2011
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MIKE PATTON's 'The Solitude Of Prime Numbers' Score Due In November
FAITH NO MORE singer Mike Patton, moved by the Paolo Giordano novel "The Solitude Of Prime Numbers" and having contributed music to the movie of the same name, has created a 16-track release that boasts some of the most contemplative and stirring music of his multi-faceted career with Patton describ...September 13, 2011
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SLASH On 'Comedy Central Roast Of Charlie Sheen'; Preview Clip Available
Legendary guitarist Slash (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES) made a special guest appearance at the "Comedy Central Roast Of Charlie Sheen" that will air September 19 on the cable network. During the program, which was taped this past weekend, the former "Two And A Half Men" star entered the stage whi...September 13, 2011
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DREAM THEATER Guitarist: 'We Wanted This Album To Be Sonically Interesting'
Jeff Treppel of Roadrunner Records recently conducted an interview with guitarist John Petrucci of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Q: Did you guys have any goals going into [the new DREAM THEATER album] "A Dramatic Turn Of Events"? Petrucci: W...September 13, 2011
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MASTODON: Making Of 'The Hunter' Augmented Reality Experience (Video)
"The Hunter", the new album from Atlanta progressive metallers MASTODON, will be released in several configurations that feature an exciting interactive 3D experience known as Augmented Reality. The technology, created by Los Angeles-based company Total Immersion, combines virtual and real worlds to...September 12, 2011
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PHILIP ANSELMO Sings PANTERA Classics At 'Metal Masters Clinic'; Video, Photos Available
Philip Anselmo (DOWN, PANTERA, ARSON ANTHEM, SUPERJOINT RITUAL) joined Scott Ian (ANTHRAX),David Ellefson (MEGADETH),Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER),Frank Bello (ANTHRAX),Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX) and Kerry King (SLAYER) on stage earlier this evening (Monday, September 12) at the second Metal Maste...September 12, 2011
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PHILIP ANSELMO To Take Part In Today's 'Metal Masters Clinic'; Live Webcast Available
According to ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian, Philip Anselmo (DOWN, PANTERA, ARSON ANTHEM, SUPERJOINT RITUAL) "will be a part of" the second Metal Masters Clinic, which will take place today (Monday, September 12) at the Best Buy Theater in New York City. Participating musicians: * Charlie Benante (ANTH...September 12, 2011
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TOMORROW'S OUTLOOK To Sign With BATTLEGOD PRODUCTIONS
Norwegian metallers TOMORROW'S OUTLOOK have revealed the official promo and digipack/booklet artwork for their upcoming release, "34613". It's all unleashed in a three-and-a-half minute-long YouTube teaser which also contains a few tracks from the forthcoming CD. TOMORROW'S OUTLOOK is about to sign...September 12, 2011
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DREAM THEATER Singer: 'There Seems To Be A Whole New Unity Going On Within The Band'
Vocalist James LaBrie of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER was interviewed on the September 9-11 edition of Full Metal Jackie's nationally syndicated radio show. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below (courtesy of Loudwire.com). Full Metal Jackie: Obviously, [drummer] Mike Portnoy was...September 12, 2011
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