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Y&T: More 'Facemelter' Audio Clips Available

Audio samples of all 15 songs (including the Japanese and European bonus tracks) that are set to appear on "Facemelter", first studio album in 13 years from Californian rockers Y&T, are available on the Meniketti.com web site. Y&T, featuring original members Dave Meniketti and Phil Kennemore...

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PRETTY MAIDS, TOKYO BLADE Members Interviewed On 'Heavy Metal Mayhem'; Audio Available

Guitarist Ken Hammer of Danish hard rockers PRETTY MAIDS and Andy Boulton of the newly revamped lineup of the NWOBHM band TOKYO BLADE were interviewed on this past Sunday's (April 25) edition of the "Heavy Metal Mayhem" radio show with Mike "The Big Cheese". You can now listen to the program using t...

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Y&T: Audio Samples Of Entire New Album Available

Audio samples of all 14 songs that are set to appear on "Facemelter", first studio album in 13 years from Californian rockers Y&T, are available on the Heavy Harmonies web site. Y&T, featuring original members Dave Meniketti and Phil Kennemore (bass),along with longtime members John Nymann...

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KORN: 'Remember Who You Are' Track Listing Revealed

The track listing has been revealed for KORN's new album, "Korn III - Remember Who You Are", which is tentatively due late June/early July via Roadrunner Records. The first single from the CD, "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)", will go for radio adds at the end of May. "Korn III - Remember Who You Are" tra...

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Y&T Frontman Interviewed On 'Iron City Rocks' Podcast

The "Iron City Rocks" podcast (web site) recently conducted an interview with Y&T's Dave Meniketti (vocals and lead guitar). Dave talked about the band's new album, "Facemelter"; their upcoming North American tour; the songwriting process; and about the band's longevity. The podcast is now avail...

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CRUCIFYRE Signs With PULVERISED RECORDS

Swedish death metallers CRUCIFYRE, who feature in their ranks former members of MORBID, CREMATORY and AFFLICTED, have inked a deal with Pulverised Records. The band recently completed work on its full-length debut for a late 2010 release. Commented CRUCIFYRE drummer Y. Hillborg: "Working with Pulver...

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ALEX SKOLNICK's Volcano Blues

TESTAMENT and ALEX SKOLNICK TRIO guitarist Alex Skolnick has issued the following update: "Question: What happens when you combine the Icelandic volcano with a European jazz tour and a heavy metal festival in the Philippines? "Answer: A guitarist who has circumnavigated the globe. "In a matter of da...

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MICHAEL MONROE To Perform In New York City For First Time In Over 10 Years

One of Finland's greatest musical exports, legendary rocker Michael Monroe returns to the U.S. for a special New York City show on Sunday, May 9 at Highline Ballroom. Prior to the Highline show, Michael Monroe and his bandmates will perform at a private John Varvatos event on May 6 as part of John V...

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PRETTY MAIDS, TOKYO BLADE Members To Guest On 'Heavy Metal Mayhem'

Guitarist Ken Hammer of Danish hard rockers PRETTY MAIDS and Andy Boulton of the newly revamped lineup of the NWOBHM band TOKYO BLADE will guest on the "Heavy Metal Mayhem" radio show with Mike "The Big Cheese". The interview will take place during the Sunday, April 25 broadcast from 6 to 8 p.m. EST...

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ALICE COOPER/Ex-MEGADETH Drummer JIMMY DEGRASSO Interviewed

Aniruddh "Andrew" Bansal of Metal Assault conducted an interview with drummer Jimmy DeGrasso (ALICE COOPER, MEGADETH, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, Y&T) on April 21, 2010. Jimmy spoke about the ALICE COOPER/ROB ZOMBIE tour; HAIL!; new ALICE COOPER recording; adjustments in drumming for different bands; r...

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ICARUS WITCH To Support Y&T

Pittsburgh traditional metallers ICARUS WITCH will support Y&T on their July/August 2010 tour. ICARUS WITCH will continue promoting its recent release, "Draw Down The Moon", this time with former DIRTY LOOKS guitarist/backing vocalist Christopher Shaner as the new frontman and PAUL DI'ANNO axema...

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DAVE LOMBARDO's PHILM: New Performance Footage, Photos Available

Video footage of the Los Angeles-based experimental post-hardcore triumvirate PHILM — featuring drummer Dave Lombardo (SLAYER),guitarist/vocalist Gerry Nestler (CIVIL DEFIANCE),and bassist Pancho Tomaselli (WAR) — performing a cover version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "Symptom Of The Universe" on...

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KORN: More New Album Details Revealed

According to HardDrive Radio, KORN's new album, "Korn III - Remember Who You Are", will be released on July 13. The first single from the CD, "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)", will go for radio adds on May 3-4. KORN's ninth offering, "Korn III - Remember Who You Are", is the band's first effort for brand...

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MICHAEL MONROE Interviewed In London

Former HANOI ROCKS frontman Michael Monroe and members of his solo band were interviewed on April 9, 2010 before they performed at the Islington Academy in London, England. Watch the chat in two parts below. Guitarist Todd Youth (DANZIG, MOTÖRHEAD, GLEN CAMPBELL, SAMHAIN, D GENERATION, CHELSEA SMILE...

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TREAT Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL

Reunited Swedish hard rockers TREAT have been confirmed for this year's Sweden Rock Festival festival, set to take place June 9-12, 2010 in Sölvesborg in southern Sweden. The festival billing is shaping up as follows: AEROSMITH (US) ALDO NOVA (CAN) ALESTORM (UK) ANVIL (CAN) BACHMAN & TURNER (CAN...