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JAMES HETFIELD's Tribute To WAYLON JENNINGS Posted Online
The official Waylon Jennings Tribute web site has posted streaming audio clips (in Real Audio format) of the upcoming tribute album "I've Always Been Crazy", including METALLICA frontman James Hetfield's rendition of "Don't You Think This Outlaw Bit's Done Got Out Of Hand". Check it out here. As pre...July 23, 2003
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GLENN HUGHES: Staying Always Funky
Former DEEP PURPLE/BLACK SABBATH singer Glenn Hughes has posted the following message to his official web site: "As most of you know, over the last 6 months I have made [solo album] 'Songs In The Key Of Rock', [HUGES TURNER PROJECT's] 'HTPII' and most recently [the collaboration with Italian guitari...July 22, 2003
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ROB HALFORD: The Metal God Speaks
Vocalist Rob Halford of JUDAS PRIEST has posted the following message to his official web site, www.robhalford.com: "Hi Everyone: "What an exciting time for all of us! "I first want to thank everyone from the HALFORD and JUDAS PRIEST sites for the fantastic interactive displays of love and support....July 16, 2003
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The Beacon Journal: TIM OWENS 'Not Available' To Comment On Split With JUDAS PRIEST
Kymberli Hagelberg of Ohio's The Beacon Journal reports that Tim "Ripper" Owens was "not available" Friday (July 11) to comment on the announcement that he has been replaced in JUDAS PRIEST by his predecessor, Rob Halford. The announcement of Owens' departure apparently came as news to his former wi...July 12, 2003
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JAMES HETFIELD's WAYLON JENNINGS Tribute To Surface In August
RCA's Waylon Jennings tribute album, "I've Always Been Crazy", featuring METALLICA guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield on a solo cover of "Don't You Think This Outlaw Bit's Done Got Out of Hand", will be released Aug. 19 after being bumped from its original April date. Hetfield's contribution comes fr...July 11, 2003
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JUDAS PRIEST/HALFORD Reunion: The Official Press Release!
After more than 12 years apart, JUDAS PRIEST and original lead vocalist Rob Halford have reunited for a global live concert tour in 2004. The definitive JUDAS PRIEST lineup of Rob Halford, lead guitarist Glenn Tipton, lead guitarist K.K. Downing, bassist Ian Hill and drummer Scott Travis are back. T...July 11, 2003
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NICKELBACK's Record Company Explains CHAD KROEGER Ban On SANTANA Single
NICKELBACK's record label, Roadrunner Records, has released a statement explaining why it wouldn't let Chad Kroeger appear on the new SANTANA single, even though he's on SANTANA's album. Kroeger wrote and sang on "Why Don't You & I" for SANTANA's "Shaman", which was issued through Arista Records...July 2, 2003
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DAVID LEE ROTH Performs In Richmond: Photos Available
Former VAN HALEN frontman David Lee Roth performed at Innsbrook After Hours in Richmond, Virginia on Wednesday (June 4). Check out pictures from Film Magic. In other news, Roth recently spoke to KNAC.com about his upcoming album, "Diamond Dave", due on July 8 through Magna Carta Records. "It's almos...June 6, 2003
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ROB HALFORD On Possible PRIEST Reunion: Friendship Before Music
Ex-JUDAS PRIEST frontman Rob Halford has denied reports of an imminent reunion with his former bandmates, stating that his friendship with the rest of the group is "a little bit strained" and "nowhere near as close" as it needs to be in order for the band to be able to perform together again. When a...June 3, 2003
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NASUM Bassist Explains Decision To Leave The Band
NASUM bassist Jesper Liveröd has issued a statement explaining his decision to leave the group to concentrate on his other band, BURST. Liveröd's statement reads as follows: "I don't really know how to start this, so I'm just going to come right out and say it: "As of the end of the summer of 2003,...May 24, 2003
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BIOHAZARD: Busy Schedule Ahead
BIOHAZARD drummer Danny Schuler has posted the following update to the band's official web site: "What up everybody, we just got back home after playing 24 shows straight, no days off, throughout Europe. Lots of hard traveling, but a great time nonetheless... So we'll be home for a few days, then we...May 22, 2003
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SAMMY HAGAR To Perform At NYC Rally To Save Firehouses
Former VAN HALEN frontman Sammy Hagar will perform at a free lunchtime rally and concert to save firehouses at Battery Park in New York City on Monday, May 19. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has threatened to close eight NYC firehouses in order to save only $11 million dollars out of the mass...May 15, 2003
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JEFF PILSON Offers Update On L/P, Studio Activities
Former DOKKEN and current L/P bassist Jeff Pilson has posted the following update to his official web site, www.jeffpilson.com: "Hello everyone. Sorry it's been so long since there's been a new commentary, but I was hoping to have some special news for you. George [Lynch] and I have been trying desp...May 5, 2003
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MOTÖRHEAD's LEMMY Is Grateful For Return Of His Hat
MOTÖRHEAD frontman Lemmy Kilmister has released a statement via the group's official web site thanking the two fans who tracked down a black hat stolen from him last May, and returned the article to its rightful owner. Lemmy's statement reads as follows: "I would like to thank from the bottom of my...April 28, 2003
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Former W.A.S.P. Guitarist: 'BLACKIE LAWLESS Is A Monster'
Former W.A.S.P. and current ANIMAL guitarist Chris Holmes has once again slammed former bandmate/W.A.S.P. mainman Blackie Lawless, calling his time in the group "the worst time in my life" and referring to Lawless as "the single most egotistical son-of-a-bitch walking the earth." Speaking to Electri...April 25, 2003