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Girls Got Rhythm
In contemplating the value of what seems like an ever-increasing number of tribute albums, the same questions pop into my head. Who buys them, on what basis should the albums be rated, and what separates a good one from a bad one? There are those that argue that a note-for-note recreation of the ori...August 7, 2006
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ZAKK WYLDE: OZZY Is 'Singing Great' On This Year's OZZFEST
Jonathan Takiff of the Philadelphia Daily News recently conducted an interview with Zakk Wylde (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Q: OK, so exactly how hot has it been on the road this summer? Zakk: It's beyond f---ing hot. Some days, the flesh is meltin...August 4, 2006
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Lost JIMI HENDRIX Song to Be Sold at Ocean Tomo's Live Intellectual Property Auction
Ocean Tomo, LLC announced today the inclusion of a rare and unique find in The Ocean Tomo Fall 2006 Live Intellectual Property Auction to be held on October 26, 2006 at Capitale in New York City. The copyright and original reel-to-reel recording of the 40-year old, never-before-released JIMI HENDRIX...July 25, 2006
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JIMI HENDRIX's Brother Denied Cut Of Estate
The Seattle Times reports that a state appeals court on Monday (July 24) upheld a lower court ruling that denied Jimi Hendrix's brother a portion of the legendary guitarist's fortune. Leon Hendrix had appealed a King County Superior Court ruling in 2004 that determined he had failed to prove his ste...July 25, 2006
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Sin-Eater
Odd name for a band and the style isn't even grindcore or death metal, but there has to be a riveting story behind it. Fortunately, the music on debut album "Sin-Eater" from New York based DEAD RABBITS is quality southern fried hard rock and metal in the vein of CORROSION OF CONFORMITY and BLACK LAB...July 24, 2006
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24-7 SPYZ: Early Albums To Be Reissued
South Bronx-based 24-7 SPYZ' critically acclaimed CDs "This Is…24-7 SPYZ" and "Strength In Numbers" (both released in the early 1990s on Eastwest/Atlantic Records) will be combined onto one single disc. This 78-minute set features the SPYZ lineup consisting of Jimi Hazel (guitar),Jeff Brodnax (voca...July 19, 2006
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Female Tribute Bands Pay Homage To Classic Rock/Metal Acts On 'Girls Got Rhythm'
On the heels of its third anniversary, Liquor and Poker Music — the "rock" arm of the Century Family — commemorates the occasion with a celebration of its two favorite subjects: women and rock 'n' roll. Specifically, the label has assembled its first compilation, a collection of female tribute bands...July 17, 2006
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CRIMSON GLORY Guitarist Comments On ROCKWAVE FESTIVAL Appearance
Reunited Florida metallers CRIMSON GLORY performed at the Rockwave Festival on July 12 at Terravibe in Malakasa, Greece. The band's guitarist, Ben Jackson, has posted the following message on the band's official forum: "The recent trip to Greece for me was awesome! We enjoyed beautiful weather, deli...July 16, 2006
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LED ZEPPELIN And METALLICA Are Among Top Rock Bands Of All Time
LED ZEPPELIN and METALLICA are among the Top 10 Rock Bands of All Time, according to AVRev.com. To celebrate their pending tenth anniversary on July 1, 2006, AVRev.com has compiled its list of the Top 100 Rock Bands of All Time. Unlike past lists that are based on mere opinion, the AVRev.com "Top Ro...June 28, 2006
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GLENN HUGHES: New Audio Interview, Acoustic Performance Available For Download
Legendary vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH) was a special guest on the ABC Radio Australia's "The Breakfast Club", hosted by Phil Kafcaloudes, on Wednesday, June 14. In addition to being interviewed, Glenn performed an acoustic rendition of "Nights In White Satin" live in th...June 15, 2006
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BIRD OF PREY Announce New Guitarist
According to Rockdetector.com, BIRD OF PREY — the band led by vocalist Kyle Michaels, a scene veteran who has previously played with MASI, ANIMAL, the GEEZER BUTLER BAND, RAVAGE the DAVID SHANKLE GROUP — has announced a new guitarist. The group — whose musical style is self-described as "'70s heavy...June 13, 2006
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Putting Finishing Touches On 'Shot To Hell'
On top of helping Ozzy Osbourne write songs for his next record, guitarist Zakk Wylde is putting the finishing touches on "Shot To Hell", his first BLACK LABEL SOCIETY album for Roadrunner Records. Produced by Zakk and Michael Beinhorn (OZZY, KORN, SOUNDGARDEN),and recorded with longtime pals Craig...June 9, 2006
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PAUL STANLEY Talks About Marriage, Hip Replacement Surgery And Possibility Of New KISS CD
KISS' official web site, KissOnline.com, has been updated with part three of a brand new interview with KISS guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley. It is reproduced here in its entirety: KissOnline.com: I know you like to keep KissOnline.com mainly focused on KISS, but can we ask you some Paul Stanley que...May 27, 2006
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Councilwoman Comments On Seattle's Decision To Name Park After JIMI HENDRIX
Kery Murakami of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer is reporting that On Monday (May 22) the City Council recommended that a new park being built alongside the future home of an African American museum in the Central Area bear Jimi Hendrix's name. The final decision rests with Seattle Parks and Recreati...May 23, 2006
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Seattle City Council Votes To Name Park After JIMI HENDRIX
According to The Seattle Times, The City Council voted unanimously Monday (May 22) to name a new park in the Central Area after legendary musician and Seattle native Jimi Hendrix. The new five-acre park, expected to open this fall, would be next to a proposed $20 million Northwest African American M...May 23, 2006
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