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TIMO TOLKKI's INFINITE VISIONS Calls It Quits After Failing To Meet Its Crowdfunding Goal For Debut Album

INFINITE VISIONS, the band formed by ex-STRATOVARIUS guitarist and songwriter Timo Tolkki, has has called it quits after failing to raise sufficient funds to record its debut album. The group said in a statement: "Unfortunately, as INFINITE VISIONS did not meet its crowdfunding goal there will be no...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN On His Father EDDIE VAN HALEN: 'I Don't Think His Songwriting Gets Enough Credit'

Wolfgang Van Halen spoke to "Whiplash", the KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie, about the upcoming debut album from his solo band MAMMOTH WVH. Asked what inspired and guided his compositional approach on the LP, Wolfgang said: "My father [late VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen] is always...

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SMASHING PUMPKINS' BILLY CORGAN Says He Started Work On Christmas Album A Couple Of Years Ago But He 'Junked It All'

In a new interview with journalist Jenniffer Weigel, SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan was asked about the possibility of making a Christmas album, either as a solo artist or with his band. He responded (see video below): "I actually started a Christmas album a couple of years ago. We kind of d...

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LAST IN LINE Releases Music Video For Acoustic Version Of 'Landslide'

LAST IN LINE has released an official music video for the acoustic version of its song "Landslide". The original track was featured on the band's sophomore album, "II", which was released in February 2019 via Frontiers Music Srl. As with 2016's "Heavy Crown", the disc was produced by DOKKEN and FORE...

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METALLICA's 'The Shortest Straw' Reimagined By Orchestra In New Music Video

What would happen if you took "…And Justice For All", the iconic 1988 album from thrash metal pioneers METALLICA, and reimagined it for a classical orchestra? Add to that four emerging jazz and soul vocalists. You're left with one of the most intriguing interpretations of rock material ever recorded...

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ANN WILSON Looks Back On HEART's Emotional 'Stairway To Heaven' Performance At KENNEDY CENTER HONORS

Back in December 2012, HEART's Ann and Nancy Wilson delivered a moving rendition of "Stairway To Heaven", LED ZEPPELIN's signature song, at the Kennedy Center Honors. They were joined by Jason Bonham, son of original drummer John and the drummer for LED ZEPPELIN's 2007 reunion show. Their version of...

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LED ZEPPELIN Pinball Machine Officially Announced; Complete Details Revealed

Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, announced today a new line of pinball machines based on the legendary rock band LED ZEPPELIN and its music. The LED ZEPPELIN pinball machines will be available in Pro, Premium, and...

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SMASHING PUMPKINS' BILLY CORGAN Says 'It's Hard To Watch The Divisiveness' In America

SMASHING PUMPKINS frontman Billy Corgan spoke to Australia's Triple M radio station about how today's divisive political climate could shape the new sound of protest music in the coming years. He said (see video below): "I'm curious about that, because the one thing that I think is historically diff...

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LED ZEPPELIN Pinball Machine Coming Soon

Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, is teasing the availability of a new line of pinball machines that honor the classic rock band LED ZEPPELIN. Earlier today, Stern uploaded a short video featuring LED ZEPPELIN's iconic logo, along with t...

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DIO's 'Evil Or Divine: Live In New York City' And 'Holy Diver Live' Kick Off Live Album Reissue Series

Niji Entertainment and BMG have announced the first two albums in the DIO live album reissue series with "Evil Or Divine: Live In New York City" and "Holy Diver Live" on February 12, 2021. Fans can get an early listen with two tracks launched today, a never-before-released, live version of "Lord Of...

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THE ROLLING STONES Choose BMG For Neighboring Rights, Extend Publishing Deal

Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood have chosen BMG to collect the royalties due when their recordings are played on TV and radio around the world, so-called neighboring rights. BMG will also continue to represent Jagger and Richards's music publishing interests. The deal to r...

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YES Members Launch New Progressive Rock Band ARC OF LIFE

Frontiers Music Srl will release ARC OF LIFE's self-titled debut album on February 12, 2021. ARC OF LIFE is a new progressive rock supergroup featuring three members of the current YES lineup — vocalist/guitarist Jon Davison, bassist/vocalist Billy Sherwood and additional drummer Jay Schellen — plus...

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LED ZEPPELIN: 'Vinyl: The Essential Collection By Ross Halfin' Book Due In April

Reel Art Press will release a new book, "Led Zeppelin Vinyl: The Essential Collection By Ross Halfin", on April 17, 2021. LED ZEPPELIN released only eight studio albums and no singles over the course of its 12-year career, but to date there are more than 1,000 singles and 2,000 LPs in the market. Th...

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Punk Rock Fashion Icon JIMMY WEBB's Legacy Estate Sale To Benefit 'Road Recovery'

More than a local legend whose electrifying personality and hot pink facade hallmark the rich punk history of New York City, Jimmy Webb is a beloved friend and collaborator whose captivating energy, compelling stories and ALL CAPS text messages of love and encouragement are greatly missed. A rock an...

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GRAHAM BONNET Is 'Not Bothered' By There Being Two Versions Of ALCATRAZZ

Graham Bonnet has clarified his recent comment that he will "still be recording and performing with ALCATRAZZ" despite the fact that he has parted ways with the musicians who performed with him on the band's latest album, "Born Innocent". On December 4, ALCATRAZZ members Jimmy Waldo, Joe Stump, Gary...