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SUIDAKRA: New Song Available For Download
German melodic black/death metallers SUIDAKRA have uploaded a full-length MP3 of their track "Reap the Storm" at their newly revamped web site. Check it out at Suidakra.com. "Reap the Storm" comes off the group's upcoming seventh album, "Command to Charge", due on April 25 via Armageddon Music. A li...March 24, 2005
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THANATOS To Enter Studio In June
Long-running Dutch death/thrash metal band THANATOS will enter Excess Studios in Rotterdam in late June to record two songs that will be used for future releases. The band will record a new version of the classic THANATOS track "And Jesus Wept" (originally featured on 1992's "Realm of Ecstasy") plus...March 24, 2005
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ULI JON ROTH To Tour North America In September
The following message has been posted on legendary guitarist Uli Jon Roth's (ex-SCORPIONS) official web site: "Uli has been focusing mainly on his work in the studio for the last couple of months and has not given any interviews, which is why it has been quiet in the news department. But lots of act...March 21, 2005
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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP To Open For YNGWIE MALMSTEEN At Carling Apollo
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP (MSG) has reportedly been tapped to open for YNGWIE MALMSTEEN on May 30 at the Carling Apollo (Hammersmith),England. MSG is also scheduled to perform at the Wolverhampton Civic Hall on May 31. In related news, SCORPIONS' "Lonesome Crow" album, which marked Schenker's first al...March 18, 2005
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MICHAEL SCHENKER: 'Unplugged California' Tour Postponed Until 2006
Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker (UFO, SCORPIONS) has postponed his previously announced "Unplugged California Tour" to sometime next year. No reason was given for the postponement. Michael Schenker is currently working on a special CD to celebrate the 25-year anniversary of MICHAEL SCHENKER GRO...March 11, 2005
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EVIDENCE ONE To Support SCORPIONS In Germany
German hard rockers EVIDENCE ONE will support the SCORPIONS on June 3 at the Messehalle in Freiburg, Germany. Another support act will fill the middle slot on the bill, according to a posting on EVIDENCE ONE's official web site. As previously reported, EVIDENCE ONE's video for the track "Virus In My...March 5, 2005
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ULI JON ROTH Presented With Special Japanese Plaque
According to a posting on his official web site, legendary guitarist Uli Jon Roth (ex-SCORPIONS) was presented with a special plaque by his Japanese record company, Nippon Crown, for his contribution to the company's sales with his album, "Metamorphosis of the Seasons". A photo of the plaque can be...February 28, 2005
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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP Confirmed For Mexico's 2005 MONTERREY METAL FEST
The MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP (MSG),featuring German guitar legend Michael Schenker (ex-SCORPIONS/UFO),have been confirmed for the 2005 Monterrey Metal Fest, set to be held on Saturday, May 28 at the Auditorio Coca Cola in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. The festival lineup is shaping up as follows: M...February 26, 2005
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MICHAEL SCHENKER: More 'Unplugged' Tour Dates Announced
Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker (UFO, SCORPIONS) will be embarking on the "Unplugged California Tour" with keyboardist Wayne Findlay and vocalist Kelly Keeling between March 23 and March 27. Confirmed dates are as follows: Mar. 23 - Malibu, CA @ Malibu Inn Mar. 24 - San Juan Capastrano, CA @ Co...February 25, 2005
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Forged by Fire
Greek Guitar God Gus G. (damn, that's a lot of Gs!) never rests. Even after leaving DREAM EVIL to focus more attention on his pride and joy, FIREWIND, he still does time with NIGHTRAGE and MYSTIC PROPHECY. All these bands have benefited greatly from his massive chops; his chunky riffs and ferocious...February 21, 2005
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THANATOS: New Live Video Clips Posted Online
Long-running Dutch death/thrash metal band THANATOS have posted several new live video clips on their official web site. Watch the group perform "War" in Thessaloniki, Greece, and "Lambs to the slaughter" and "Outward of the Inward" in Deventer, Holland at this location. As previously reported, THAN...February 21, 2005
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MICHAEL SCHENKER To Embark On 'Unplugged California' Tour
Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker (UFO, SCORPIONS) will be embarking on the "Unplugged California Tour" with keyboardist Wayne Findlay and vocalist Kelly Keeling between March 23 and March 27. The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano on March 24 is the first confirmed date. More dates will be annou...February 17, 2005
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SCORPIONS Offer Fans Personalized Gold Album Awards
Launch Radio Networks reports: If you want to show just how big a SCORPIONS fan you are, you now have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The band is offering personalized gold album awards for their 1982 release "Blackout", which featured the hits "No One Like You" and "Can't Live Without You". A 24-...February 15, 2005
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THANATOS To Record New Album Later In The Year
Long-running Dutch death/thrash metal band THANATOS are busy writing new songs for their fifth full-length album, to be recorded before the end of the year. THANATOS' fourth album, "Undead. Unholy. Divine", was released last summer through Greece's Black Lotus Records. The follow-up to 2000's "Angel...February 13, 2005
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SCORPIONS Extend Record Contract, Prepare To Release DVD
Veteran German hard rockers SCORPIONS have extended their record contract with the German branch of Sony/BMG and are said to be putting the finishing touches on a "best of" DVD, tentatively due late spring/early summer. In addition, the group are said to be planning a new album release in the fall,...February 11, 2005