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'The Secret History Of Rock 'N' Roll' Book Available
Is rock 'n' roll a modern phenomenon or simply the most recent incarnation of an artform whose roots can be traced back to the Stone Age? Did the ancient world have its own rock stars, its own guitar heroes, even its own heavy metal headbangers? Some sociologists saw the birth of a new religion when...October 29, 2010
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SONS OF SEASONS Putting Finishing Touches On New Album
SONS OF SEASONS — the new progressive/symphonic metal band led by keyboardist/guitarist Oliver Palotai (KAMELOT, DORO) — has issued the following update: "In May 2011 we will present our new album during a release party tour in many cities. Of course we will play a lot of material from the new CD an...October 28, 2010
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Guitarist Interviewed In Atlanta (Video)
Metal Mark of SkullsNBones.com conducted an interview with guitarist Nick Catanese of BLACK LABEL SOCIETY when the band played in Atlanta, Georgia on October 23. You can now watch the chat below. BLACK LABEL SOCIETY's new holiday single, "The First Noel", is available for purchase at iTunes. "The Fi...October 27, 2010
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BLACK SABBATH: Deluxe-Edition Reissues Of 'Seventh Star', 'The Eternal Idol' Reviewed
Joe Siegler of the BLACK SABBATH fan site Black-Sabbath.com has posted an extensive review of the upcoming deluxe-edition reissues of the BLACK SABBATH albums "Seventh Star" and "The Eternal Idol". He writes, "I cannot recommend these albums highly enough. 'Eternal Idol' a bit more due to the inclus...October 26, 2010
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Releases Christmas Single
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY's new holiday single, "The First Noel", is available for purchase at iTunes. "The First Noel" (also known as "The First Nowell") is a traditional English Christmas carol, most likely from the 18th century. In its current form it is of Cornish origin, and it was first published in...October 25, 2010
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VIRGIN STEELE Frontman Answers Fan Questions Regarding New Album
U.S. metallers VIRGIN STEELE will release their new album, "The Black Light Bacchanalia", via SPV/Steamhammer on the following dates: Germany, Austria, Switzerland: October 22 Rest of Europe: October 25 USA, Canada: November 9 The effort will be made available as limited-edition digipak, standard CD...October 21, 2010
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DAVE LOMBARDO's PHILM: New Audio Interview Posted Online
On October 17, Aniruddh "Andrew" Bansal of Metal Assault conducted an interview with guitarist/vocalist Gerry Nestler (CIVIL DEFIANCE),and bassist Pancho Tomaselli (WAR) of the Los Angeles-based experimental post-hardcore triumvirate PHILM. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player belo...October 20, 2010
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PRIMORDIAL Rejoined By Drummer SIMON O'LAOGHAIRE; Band To Enter Studio In November
Vocalist Alan "Nemtheanga" Averill of Irish dark metal masters PRIMORDIAL has issued the following update: "It's been a while since my last confession. "Joking aside, it really has been a long time since our last transmission and the reasons are manifold and really pretty simple. "This has been one...October 16, 2010
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BEHEMOTH: New 'Evangelia Heretika' DVD Trailer Released
The second trailer for "Evangelia Heretika", the new DVD from Polish extreme metallers BEHEMOTH, can be viewed below. Metal Blade Records has created a landing page for the set, featuring a pre-order for the release, bundle offers — including the limited-edition pressing of the band's highly success...October 13, 2010
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RHAPSODY OF FIRE: European Tour Announced
Italian symphonic metal masters RHAPSODY OF FIRE will embark on a European headlining tour in February 2011. Confirmed dates are as follows: Feb. 07 - Pratteln (CH) Preproduction Feb. 08 - Pratteln (CH) Z7 Feb. 09 - Lyon (F) Transbordeur Feb. 11 - Bilbao (SP) Rockstar Live Feb. 12 - Madrid (SP) La R...October 12, 2010
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DAVE LOMBARDO's PHILM To Open For HALFORD
Los Angeles-based experimental post-hardcore triumvirate PHILM — featuring drummer Dave Lombardo (SLAYER),guitarist/vocalist Gerry Nestler (CIVIL DEFIANCE),and bassist Pancho Tomaselli (WAR) — will open for HALFORD on the following shows: Nov. 10 - Seattle, WA - The Showbox Dec. 15 - Denver, CO -...October 11, 2010
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SLASH Launches SLASHER FILMS Production Company
According to Deadline.com, legendary guitarist Slash (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES) is launching his own production company. In association with Scout Productions (the company behind films like "Transsiberian" and "Fog of War"),Slash has set up the aptly named Slasher Films banner to produce edgy...October 6, 2010
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WINTERUS Signs With LIFEFORCE RECORDS
Battle Creek, Michigan-baseed black metal outfit WINTERUS has inked a deal with Lifeforce Records. The band will enter the studio on December 1 to begin recording its full-length debut, "In Carbon Mysticism", for an early 2011 release. Lead singer Christopher Erich Neu will handle the production and...October 6, 2010
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THE CLAYMORE To Support W.A.S.P. In Germany
German metal band THE CLAYMORE will support W.A.S.P. on the following dates: Oct. 20 - Bremen, Germany - Aladin Music Hall Oct. 21 - Leipzig, Germany - Hellraiser Oct. 23 - Burglengenfeld, Germany - VA Zentrum Oct. 24 - Wörgl, Austria - Komma Oct. 25 - Köln, Germany - Essigfabrik THE CLAYMORE will r...October 3, 2010
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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS, VICTOR SMOLSKI Guest On New THE CLAYMORE Album
German metal band THE CLAYMORE will release its third album, "Damnation Reigns", in Europe on October 22 via Black Bards Entertainment. The CD features guest appearances by Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH) and Victor Smolski (RAGE). THE CLAYMORE is: Andreas Grundmann (...October 1, 2010
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