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ANTHRAX Guitarist Says The Music Business Is Getting Worse And Worse
ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian recently spoke to Kaffeine Buzz about the current state of the music industry. "It's getting worse and worse with the labels consolidating more and more," he said. "And it's becoming harder and harder for any band. I get emails from people all the time through our web sit...August 6, 2003
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LIONSHEART Bounce Back With New Lineup, Album
LIONSHEART, the early '90s British melodic rock outfit fronted by former GRIM REAPER/ONSLAUGHT singer Steve Grimmett, have completed work on a new album, "Abyss", due later in the year through an as-yet-undisclosed label. "Abyss" was recorded at the Warehouse Studio in Oxford, U.K. throughout May/Ju...August 5, 2003
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LOSTPROPHETS Cancel U.K. Dates
LOSTPROPHETS have been forced to cancel all of their previously announced U.K. dates in order to complete work on their new album, tentatively due in late 2003/early 2004 through Columbia Records. The as-yet-untitled effort is currently being mixed at a Los Angeles studio with producer Eric Valentin...July 27, 2003
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JUDAS PRIEST's HILL: 'The Timing For Reunion Is Perfect'
JUDAS PRIEST bassist Ian Hill has issued a statement via the group's official web site commenting on their reunion with vocalist Rob Halford and thanking former singer Tim "Ripper" Owens for his contributions to the band. Hill's statement reads as follows: "Greetings Metalions, the long awaited even...July 23, 2003
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AL JOURGENSEN Says MINISTRY Festival Tour Postponed, New LARD CD To Feature ANTHRAX Members
MINISTRY have postponed their previously announced plans to launch a month-long "festival" tour with REVOLTING COCKS, LARD and OGHR (featuring SKINNY PUPPY frontman Nivek Ogre, a.k.a. Kevin Ogilvie),originally scheduled to kick off in late July. "Not everybody would have been able to make it for th...July 22, 2003
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ANTHRAX Guitarist SCOTT IAN: The Metal God Is Back
ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian says that he "can't wait" to see JUDAS PRIEST performing live with Rob Halford again but insists that Halford's replacement in PRIEST, Tim "Ripper" Owens, "was and is his own man and he made those songs his when he sang them." In a posting to ANTHRAX's official web site,...July 14, 2003
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JUDAS PRIEST Spokesperson: 'The Time Felt Right For A Reunion With HALFORD'
JUDAS PRIEST management spokesperson Jayne Andrews has spoken to MTV.com about the group's reunion with vocalist Rob Halford. "They will start working on songs together soon and we're working with promoters to set up a world tour next year," Andrews said. "We've always stayed friendly and built brid...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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It's Official: ROB HALFORD Rejoins JUDAS PRIEST!!
JUDAS PRIEST will reunite with Rob Halford for a new album and tour in 2004, the band's management has confirmed to CNN. "Rob Halford, along with band members K.K. Downing, Glenn Tipton and Ian Hill felt a heightened level of intensity," a member of JUDAS PRIEST management team told CNN, speaking of...July 11, 2003
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JETHRO TULL Leader To Embark On Solo Tour
JETHRO TULL leader Ian Anderson will embark on a two-month solo tour in the fall in support of his forthcoming disc, "Rupi's Dance". The solo tour — dubbed "Rubbing Elbows with Ian Anderson" — is described on JETHRO TULL's web site as "an intimate evening of acoustic songs, music and bawdy tales." "...July 9, 2003
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BRAZEN ABBOT To Make Live Debut In Bulgaria: Complete Details Announced
BRAZEN ABBOT, the brainchild of Bulgarian guitarist Nikolo Kotzev, have released the full details of their upcoming appearances in Bulgaria. Confirmed dates are as follows: Jul. 27 – Varna (Golden Sands),BUL @ Akvapolis (w/ BRAVO) Jul. 29 - Plovdiv, BUL @ Summer Theatre (w/ ANGEL) Jul. 31 - Sofia,...July 9, 2003
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Former LED ZEPPELIN Guitarist Gets Behind RIFFATHON 2003
Guitarist, Total Guitar and Guitar Techniques, in association with the Academy of Contemporary Music, have announced the first-ever U.K. Riffathon 2003. Supported by none other than former LED ZEPPELIN guitarist Jimmy Page, the Riffathon is designed to encourage players of all ages to get out there...July 8, 2003
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ThePLATFORM Partners With SPEAKEASY To Power Successful Launch Of METALLICAVAULT.COM
thePlatform for Media, Inc., a leading provider of software for rich media content management, publishing, and reporting software, announced it partnered with Speakeasy, the nation's largest independent broadband provider, to provide software content management and presentation for www.metallicavaul...July 8, 2003
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DEEP PURPLE's IAN PAICE To Appear At BIRMINGHAM DRUMFEST 2003
DEEP PURPLE's Ian Paice is among the drummers confirmed to appear at Birmingham Drumfest 2003, an all-star gathering set to take place Sunday, July 27 in Birmingham, England. Tickets are available from tel. 0121 333 3220 or 0121 359 5056 at £10 in advance or £15 on day. The day lasts from 12:30 p.m....July 2, 2003
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SILVER: Third Album Due In September
SILVER, the all-star project featuring vocalist Gary Barden (ex-MSG),guitarist Bernie Torme (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE, GILLAN, DESPERADO),keyboardist Don Airey (DEEP PURPLE, ex-MSG, TEN),bassist Bob Daisley (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE) and drummer Bertram Engel, will issue their third album, entitled "Intruder", i...June 27, 2003
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