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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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MASTODON To Tour With THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, RED FANG

MASTODON, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN and RED FANG will join forces for a U.S. tour in the fall. The dates are as follows: Oct. 25 - Austin, TX - La Zona Rosa Oct. 27 - Houston, TX - Fitzgeralds Nov. 01 - Los Angeles, CA - Wiltern Theatre Nov. 02 - Sacramento, CA - Ace ...

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WILLIAM SHATNER Talks Heavy Metal, Working With ZAKK WYLDE In New Interview

Legendary actor William Shatner spoke to U.K.'s Metal Hammer magazine about his new space-themed concept album entitled "Seeking Major Tom", which is scheduled for release on October 11 via the Los Angeles-based label Cleopatra Records. Comprised of 19 "interpretations" of classic intergalactic rock...

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LINKIN PARK Singer Writing First Film Score

According to The Pulse Of Radio, LINKIN PARK singer Mike Shinoda has signed on to co-wrote a new score for the U.S. release of "The Raid", a new, no-holds-barred action film that premiered last Thursday (September 8) at the Toronto International Film Festival. Shinoda said in a statement about worki...

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SLAYER, ANTHRAX Members At 'Metal Masters Clinic' Rehearsal (Photo)

A photo of SLAYER's Kerry King and ANTHRAX's Scott Ian from today's (Sunday, September 11) rehearsals for the second Metal Masters Clinic can be seen below. The event, which will take place tomorrow (Monday, September 12) at the Best Buy Theater in New York City, will also feature ex-DREAM THEATER a...

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SLASH To Appear At CHARLIE SHEEN Roast

Legendary guitarist Slash (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES) will make a special guest appearance at the "Comedy Central Roast Of Charlie Sheen" that will air September 19 on the cable network. Commented Slash: "The Charlie Sheen roast was an fn' excellent time. Everybody was great. Mike Tyson was in...

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Did DREAM THEATER Rewrite 'Images And Words' Songs For Latest Album? MIKE PORTNOY Comments

Former DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy has commented on an article written by a longtime fan of the band which points out the alleged musical and structural similarities between DREAM THEATER's new album and the group's breakthrough 1992 release, "Images And Words". Thiago Campos, the Brazilian g...

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WILLIAM SHATNER's Version Of 'Iron Man' Featuring ZAKK WYLDE Available For Streaming

Legendary actor William Shatner will release his new space-themed concept album entitled "Seeking Major Tom" on October 11 via the Los Angeles-based label Cleopatra Records. Comprised of 19 "interpretations" of classic intergalactic rock anthems, the release features guest appearances by Ritchie Bla...