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CHRIS WYSE's OWL To Release Self-Titled Debut

OWL, the band fronted by THE CULT bassist Chris Wyse, will release its self-titled debut on February 10 via Overit Records. The group is described as "one of the best-kept secrets on the L.A. club scene," a band featuring three electric musicians who have joined together to create something that is...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER, ROBIN MCAULEY, WAYNE FINDLAY, BRIAN TICHY, ROBBIE CRANE; More Anaheim Footage

Video footage of guitarist Michael Schenker (UFO, SCORPIONS),singer Robin McAuley (MSG, SURVIVOR),keyboardist/guitarist Wayne Findlay (MSG),drummer Brian Tichy (OZZY OSBOURNE, BILLY IDOL) and bassist Robbie Crane (RATT, VINCE NEIL, ADLER'S APPETITE) performing the MSG classic "On And On" this pas...

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TESTAMENT Comments On Upcoming U.K. Tour

Chuck Billy (vocals) and Eric Peterson (guitar) of Bay Area thrash metal veterans TESTAMENT have checked in to let the U.K. fans know just how excited they are about their upcoming tour. "We're very excited to play more than just 1 or 2 shows in the U.K.," says Peterson. "The last time we did an ...

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BILLY JOEL Covers AC/DC's 'Highway To Hell' In Florida; Video Available

Video footage of "piano man" Billy Joel performing a cover version of the AC/DC classic "Highway To Hell" on Friday, January 16 at the Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida can be viewed below. One of Joel's roadies sang the song while Billy played rhythm guitar. Billy Joel was previously joined by AC/DC...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER, ROBIN MCAULEY, BRIAN TICHY, ROBBIE CRANE Perform UFO Classic; Video Available

Video footage of guitarist Michael Schenker (UFO, SCORPIONS),singer Robin McAuley (MSG, SURVIVOR),keyboardist/guitarist Wayne Findlay (MSG),drummer Brian Tichy (OZZY OSBOURNE, BILLY IDOL) and bassist Robbie Crane (RATT, VINCE NEIL, ADLER'S APPETITE) performing the UFO classic "Lights Out" last ni...

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BLACK TIDE Thanks Fans For 'Best New Talent' Honor

Miami metallers BLACK TIDE were recently named "Best New Talent" by the readers of Guitar World magazine. Guitarist/vocalist Gabriel Garcia commented: "I want to say thank you to all of our incredible fans for voting for us in the Guitar World readers' poll; it is pretty awesome that you all voted f...

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DAVID SHANKLE's 'Insane, Hot Shred Lick'; Video Available

Video footage of former MANOWAR and current DAVID SHANKLE GROUP (DSG) guitarist David Shankle playing an "insane hot shred lick" for the Guitar Wheel book, due out later in 2009, can be viewed below. DAVID SHANKLE GROUP recently rejoined forces with singer Kyle Michaels following a brief collaborati...

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BEYOND FEAR: Two Rare Shows Announced

BEYOND FEAR, the band fronted by Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH),has scheduled the following shows: Feb. 19 - El Paso, Texas - Club 101 Feb. 21 - Chihuahua, Mexico - Arena Chihuahua Owens, guitarist Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA),drummer Jimmy DeGrasso (ALICE COOPER,...

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THE ROTTED, MALEFICE, ANTERIOR To Team Up For 'The Metal Blade Assault' Tour

Three of Metal Blade Records' British acts — THE ROTTED, MALEFICE and ANTERIOR — will team up for "The Metal Blade Assault" tour of the U.K. and Ireland in April. THE ROTTED's Ben McCrow is looking forward to a eclectic mix of British talent. "Anyone who's been to see us recently will have worked ou...

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CATTLE DECAPITATION: New Album To Be Streamed In Its Entirety

"The Harvest Floor", the new album from San Diego extreme metallers CATTLE DECAPITATION, will be streamed in its entirety on Buzzgrinder.com beginning tomorrow (Friday, January 16) and ending on Monday (January 19). Besides being able to hear each song in its full, grinding glory, you will be able t...

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METALLICA Guitarist Provides Foreword To First-Ever CLIFF BURTON Biography

On September 27, 1986, METALLICA bassist Cliff Burton lost his life at the age of 24 in a coach crash near Ljungby, Sweden. In the 23 years since that devastating event, no one has chronicled Burton's huge talent and achievements in book form. However, in June 2009 this is set to change with the glo...

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OZZY OSBOURNE To Perform With CAMP FREDDY At SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL?

According to David Burger of The Salt Lake Tribune, there is an "80 percent chance" that Ozzy Osbourne will join CAMP FREDDY for the band's January 19 performance at the Sundance Film Festival at Harry O's in Park City, Utah. Other scheduled guests include Mark McGrath (SUGAR RAY) and Billy Gibbons...

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MESSIAH'S KISS/RIOT Singer MIKE TIRELLI Battling Stomach Cancer

Mike Tirelli has been an integral part of the music scene for over 20 years both as a singer and songwriter. His talent and perseverance brought him worldwide recognition performing with such bands as BURNING STARR, RIOT, MESSIAH'S KISS, HOLY MOTHER, LASTLIX and ZILLION, to name just a few. In the f...

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GILLAN Has 'No Interest' In DEEP PURPLE Mk III, Says GLENN HUGHES Is 'Copying STEVIE WONDER'

In an interview in the latest issue of Classic Rock magazine, DEEP PURPLE singer Ian Gillan reveals he has "no interest" in the Mk III lineup of the band — and he doesn't particularly rate Mk IV either. Gillan said: "I've never listened to any of PURPLE Mk III's records. What are they ...

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Former KORN Guitarist Holding Open Auditions For Bandmembers

The Arizona Review reports that former KORN guitarist Brian "Head" Welch has seemingly reconsidered holding closed-only band auditions; opting instead to allow anyone with talent the chance to audition for a spot in his band. For more information, go to www.brianheadwelchband.com. Welch's solo album...