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HENRY ROLLINS Talks About Terror Accusation
Henry Rollins recently spoke to MTV.com about the controversy surrounding his most recent trip to Australia. On the flight from New Zealand, Rollins said he was reading a copy of Wall Street Journal correspondent Ahmed Rashid's book "Jihad: The Rise of Militant Islam in Central Asia". The man sittin...February 21, 2006
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HENRY ROLLINS Cited As 'Possible Threat' By Australian Government
According to News.com.au, American punk rock icon and writer Henry Rollins was reported to the National Security hotline during his recent Australian tour because of a book he was reading on a flight to Brisbane. A furious Rollins was informed he was "nominated as a possible threat" for reading "Jih...February 18, 2006
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UFO, ANDY SCOTT'S SWEET, GOTTHARD Confirmed For Germany's ROCK OF AGES Festival
UFO, ANDY SCOTT'S SWEET and GOTTHARD have been confirmed for Rock of Ages, a new festival series set up by the organizers of the German hard rock and heavy metal festival Bang Your Head!!! The event is set to take place July 28-29 in Seebronn (close to Rottenburg),Germany and will feature appearanc...February 13, 2006
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CLOUDSCAPE: 'Almost' Done Recording Sophomore Album
Swedish metallers CLOUDSCAPE entered RoastingHouse studio in Malmö, in late December with producers Anders "Theo" Theander and Pontus Lindmark to begin recording their sophomore album, "Crimson Skies", tentatively due in Europe in June 2006 via Metal Heaven. Artwork will be handled by Mattias Norén....February 4, 2006
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MARILYN MANSON To Call 'Action!' This Summer
Launch Radio Networks reports: Cameras will roll this summer on MARILYN MANSON's first film as a director, called "Phantasmagoria - The Visions of Lewis Carroll". According to HorrorChannel.com, the film will be shot in Europe. Manson will play the title character, who was the author of "Alice In Wo...February 1, 2006
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ELDRITCH: Hometown Showcase Announced
Italian progressive-aggressive metal band ELDRITCH have posted the following message on their official web site: "The official release date for [ELDRITCH's sixth album] 'Neighbourhell' will be February 24th in Europe and March 14th in U.S.A. For the other countries like Asia, South America, Australi...January 30, 2006
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SHAAMAN Frontman Joins Forces With EYES OF SHIVA For Japanese TV Appearance
Vocalist André Matos (SHAAMAN, ex-ANGRA) and the Brazilian band EYES OF SHIVA recently teamed up to record an in-studio live performance for the Japanese show "Agenda+", which airs on IPC TV. Matos and EYES OF SHIVA played several songs on the program, including "Kamisama", a tribute to the legendar...January 24, 2006
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HELLOWEEN Tour Manager Addresses BLABBERMOUTH.NET Detractors
HELLOWEEN's tour manager, Kosta Zafiriou of Bottom Row Promotion, has sent the following message to BLABBERMOUTH.NET: "My name is Kosta. I am the tour manager of HELLOWEEN on their 'Keeper of the Seven Keys – The Legacy World Tour 2005/2006'. "After reading some of the postings on Blabbermouth, I re...January 23, 2006
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Islamic Officials In Malaysia Ban 'Black Metal' Music
The Jerusalem Post has issued the following report: Islamic officials in Malaysia ruled Monday that "black metal" music was unacceptable for Muslims, saying it can cause listeners to rebel against religion. Black metal is akin to hard rock music, but often uses occult imagery and lyrics. It emerged...January 23, 2006
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F5: 'Dissidence' Video Available; Tour Dates Announced
F5, the new Phoenix-based band featuring former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, ex-SICK SPEED vocalist Dale Steele, drummer David Small, and guitarists Steve Conley and John Davis, have made available an e-card containing the group's video for the track "Dissidence" at this location. The song comes...January 17, 2006
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EYES OF SHIVA: New Album To Feature Guest Appearances By SHAAMAN, ANGRA Members
Brazil's EYES OF SHIVA have uploaded tracks from their upcoming album, "Deep", at www.myspace.com/eyesofshiva. The CD, which features guest appearances by Andre Matos (vocals) and Hugo Mariutti (guitar) from SHAAMAN and Fabio Laguna (keyboards) from ANGRA, reportedly focuses on the current political...January 12, 2006
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Former AC/DC Drummer Joins DAMAGE CONTROL
Former AC/DC/ASIA drummer Chris Slade has joined DAMAGE CONTROL, the new band featuring UFO/WAYSTED bassist Pete Way and Robin George. Slade will be joining Pete and Robin in the studio to work on DAMAGE CONTROL's debut album, "Raw", tentatively due later in the year. Several mixes from the forthcom...January 4, 2006
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MARTY FRIEDMAN Looks Back On 2005, Talks About Upcoming Solo CD
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman recently gave an interview to his official web site regarding his recent and upcoming activities. The question-and-answer session follows: Q: 2005 was a big year for you with 6 months on a hit TV series, three live DVDs, lots of new music of your own as well...January 3, 2006
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KORN To Play Japan In April
According to a posting at KornTV.co.uk, KORN will embark on a tour of Asia-Pacific in April 2006. The band are set to play at the at Zepp Tokyo event in the Japanese capital, which takes place from April 18-20. KORN will reportedly play all three days. No further information is currently available....December 23, 2005
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CLOUDSCAPE Announce New Album Title
Swedish metallers CLOUDSCAPE have set "Crimson Skies" as the title of their sophomore album, tentatively due in Europe in June 2006 via Metal Heaven. A spring 2006 Asian release via Marquee/Avalon is expected. Artwork will be handled by Mattias Norén. CLOUDSCAPE will enter RoastingHouse studio in Ma...December 21, 2005
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