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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Drummer: 'We're One Of The Better Live Speed Metal Bands Out There'
Blasting-Zone.com recently conducted an in-depth interview with FLOTSAM AND JETSAM drummer Craig Nielsen. Several excerpts follow: Blasting-Zone.com: This ["Dreams of Death"] is your first new studio album since "My God" in 2001. Why such a long wait? Craig: "We lost our deal with Metal Blade. That...August 24, 2005
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Review: Controversy Ruled The Day At OZZFEST
Paul Saitowitz of The Press-Enterprise has issued the following report: Between the brutal metal assault from 21 bands and the 30,000-strong revelers who would have been just as at home at a professional wrestling match, controversy was the day's most interesting story at the Ozzfest. IRON MAIDEN's...August 22, 2005
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AMEN Frontman CASEY CHAOS: 'Bloodied, Broken And Penniless Yet Again'
AMEN frontman Casey Chaos has issued the following statement: "First off, I want to say 'Thank you' to everyone that has ever been a part of this rollercoaster of a life called AMEN. On both sides of the stage, it has been an honor to be able to have released three albums on three different ...August 21, 2005
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SLIPKNOT Threaten To Sue BURGER KING Over 'Lookalike, Soundalike' Band COQ ROQ
The Smoking Gun has issued the following report: Claiming that its image and persona have been hijacked as part of a marketing campaign for Burger King's new chicken fries, the costumed heavy metal band SLIPKNOT is threatening the fast food giant with legal action. In an August 4 letter [which can b...August 17, 2005
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MEGADETH's MUSTAINE: 'I'm Not Caught Up In What People Have To Say About Me'
Shawn Macomber of Foster's Online recently conducted an exclusive interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine. Several excerpts from the chat follow: On his perseverance and resilience: "Maybe I'm too stubborn to quit. Maybe I'm too obnoxious for anyone to say get out of here. My revenge is my suc...August 14, 2005
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OZZY Blows Out Voice, Slams Mike Down And Storms Off Stage At OZZFEST In Auburn
Ernest A. Jasmin of The News Tribune reviewed this year's Ozzfest when it hit the White River Amphitheatre in Auburn, Washington on Thursday (August 11). An excerpt from his review follows: "For the second year in a row, the concert’s namesake, Ozzy Osbourne, was joined by BLACK SABBATH band mates G...August 12, 2005
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DIECAST To Embark On U.S. Tour With 3 INCHES OF BLOOD, IF HOPE DIES
DIECAST are currently preparing to embark on a national U.S. tour alongside 3 INCHES OF BLOOD and IF HOPE DIES late this month. The trek will be their first stateside run since January's acclaimed "Heavyweights of Hardcore" tour with HATEBREED and AGNOSTIC FRONT. The group recently completed a massi...August 11, 2005
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Guitarist RICH WARD Offers FOZZY, STUCK MOJO Updates
FOZZY/STUCK MOJO guitarist Rich Ward has posted a lengthy message on his official web site reflecting on the success of his recent solo album, "My Kung-Fu Is Good" (released under THE DUKE banner) and his future plans for both FOZZY and STUCK MOJO. An excerpt from the posting follows: "A lot of you...August 5, 2005
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SWALLOW THE SUN Name New Album
Finnish melodic death/doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN have set "Ghosts of Loss" as the title of their second album, due on August 24 via Firebox Records. Two different versions of the album will be available; a standard release and a special two-CD version featuring the stylish video "Descending Wint...July 25, 2005
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THOR To Tour In Support Of New Album, DVD
Smog Veil Records has announced U.S. and Canadian tour dates for THOR. The band will tour in support of the new album, entitled "Thor against the World", and retrospective DVD, entitled "An-THOR-logy", both set for release on July 12, 2005. Jon Mikl Thor — a rock music, film and bodybuilding legend...June 28, 2005
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ALICE COOPER Says He Was A Functional Alcoholic
ALICE COOPER was a guest on the Australian show "Enough Rope with Andrew Denton" Monday night (June 20). A few excerpts from the interview follow: Andrew Denton: And could yet be again. You basically invented shock rock, and your stage show is legendary for its success. What's the most over the top...June 21, 2005
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W.A.S.P. To Play 'Greatest Hits' Set On AMERICAN METAL BLAST 2005 Tour
In the annals of rock 'n' roll, few theatrical stage shows have shocked, horrified and entertained America as much as W.A.S.P.'s did on the Los Angeles-based band's 1983-84 debut tour. Now, W.A.S.P. is resurrecting this not-for-the-faint-of-heart spectacle of blood and gore for the first-ever Americ...June 15, 2005
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MEGADETH Bassist: 'I Can Die A Happy Man Now'
MEGADETH bassist James MacDonough (ex-ICED EARTH) has posted the following message in the "Forums" section of the band's official web site: "After playing to the multitude of these festivals has been simply amazing, but I have to especially talk about Donington. As a kid I always heard about Doningt...June 13, 2005
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DAVE MUSTAINE Doesn't Rule Out Possibility Of New MEGADETH Music
MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine's recently spoke to MTV.com about Gigantour, whch starts July 21 in Fresno, California, and runs through September 10 in Seattle. "I have no crosshairs on any of the other festivals," he said. "I'm not the giant-slayer that's gonna go take on these other festivals and make '...June 10, 2005
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JUDAS PRIEST Guitarist: 'I've Rocked The World, And The World’s Rocked Me'
Pennsylvania's Fly Magazine recently conducted an interview with JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: On the group's three-decade history: "It's all a bit of a blur, but combined, it's all a damn good memory. I say to my mother, 'I just want you to know, mu...June 10, 2005
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