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Full Circle

It is difficult not to feel for a band that lost a member in Dave Williams so tragically, especially after such a rapid ascendancy to the top of the modern hard rock world with "Sinner". Replacing a singer with Williams' all-around presence is a near impossibility and though I've not heard sophomore...

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Rise of the Infidels

Usually, when a vault-scouring collection like this burbles to the surface, you can figure out exactly who in the band was behind on a few truck payments and needed to get something released quick. But with the seemingly irreparable schism between S.O.D. members Scott Ian and Billy Milano, it's toug...

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God Luck and Good Speed

It is about damn time that the gods of leafy sludge boogie and doom destruction dropped its third release into the laps of the dedicated and the resin-coated. After several years of label searches and recording interruptions, due in part to vocalist/bassist Dixie Dave Collins' involvement in several...

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SLAYER Frontman Says There Are No Plans For Retirement

Christine Carney of MP3.com recently conducted an interview with SLAYER frontman Tom Araya. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: MP3.com: You guys have reissued "Christ Illusion" with some extra stuff on it recently. What was the motivation behind that? Araya: That was basically a record compa...

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AEROSMITH Guitarist's Kids Schedule TAB Tour Dates

TAB — the band featuring AEROSMITH guitarist Joe Perry's sons Tony, 20, and Adrian, 25, alongside drummer Ben Tileston, 20 — has scheduled the following dates: Aug. 08 - Cafe du Nord - San Francisco, California Aug. 09 - The Echo - Los Angeles, California Aug. 14 - The Troubadour - Los Angeles, Cali...

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GENE HOGLAN Busted For Burrito-Smuggling

Legendary drummer Gene Hoglan (DARK ANGEL, DEATH, STRAPPING YOUNG LAD, TESTAMENT) has issued the following update: "Well, hello everyone, GUESS WHAT? MY SHIRTS ARE FINALLY ON SALE! YAY! "And Jeez, that was like pulling teeth! What was supposed to be a quick, simple little endeavor took over 8 months...

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SEPULTURA Joined By Tibetan Singer At French Festival; Video Available

Phurbu Thinley of Phayul.com reports that Brazilian thrashers SEPULTURA jammed with Tibetan singer Loten Namling at Les Tanzmatten in the French city of Sélestat last week. The performance was part of the annual Lez'arts Schenique Festival, which uses music to create awareness about various causes b...

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SEPULTURA Guitarist: 'Free Tibet!'

SEPULTURA guitarist Andreas Kisser has issued the following update: "The show in Jena [Germany] was great — completely sold out with an amazing crowd. Danke Jena! Went to Cologne, it was very good also with two great opening bands: LAST ONE DYING and BORN FOR PAIN. "After Germany we went to France t...

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METALLICA, SLAYER, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE Confirmed For 'Guitar Hero III'

METALLICA's "One", SLAYER's "Raining Blood" and QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE's "3's and 7's" are among the newly confirmed tracks for the upcoming Activision title Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. As previously reported, former GUNS N' ROSES and current VELVET REVOLVER guitarist Slash will provide an or...

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CHAOSFEAR Reunites With Original Guitar Player

Brazilian thrashers CHAOSFEAR have been rejoined by original guitarist Edu Boccomino. After quitting SCARS, Boccomino was interested in joining up with his brother Fernando once again. "Everything happened so naturally because we have been friends for such a long time," CHAOSFEAR said in a statement...

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VELVET REVOLVER To Film 'The Last Fight' Video This Week

VELVET REVOLVER will film the video for its new single, "The Last Fight", on Thursday, August 2 in the Los Angeles area. According to the "The Last Fight" casting call sheet, the production team is seeking a lead girl (age 20-25, beautiful, Caucasian, model type, Eastern European appearance) and cou...

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VELVET REVOLVER's SLASH, MCKAGAN Featured In 'My Damn Channel' Session

My Damn Channel launches an entertainment studio and new media platform for top talent. The first episode (dated July 31) features a no-holds-barred session with VELVET REVOLVER's Slash and Duff McKagan — both formerly of GUNS N' ROSES. Watch it at this location (there are several other segments to...

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Ex-TNT Singer TONY HARNELL To Produce Swedish Rock Band POUND

Swedish rock band POUND has tapped former TNT singer Tony Harnell to produce its debut album. Commented Harnell: "I get approached quite often to produce albums but it is very rare for a band to grab my attention the way POUND has. Stefan [Gustavsson] is one of the most talented guitar player/songwr...

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Former DANZIG/JERRY CANTRELL Drummer To Perform With INVITRO On FAMILY VALUES Tour

INVITRO, the California-based band featuring ex-SNOT/SOULFLY guitarist Mikey Doling, has tapped seasoned touring and studio drummer Bevan Davies to fill in for the group's regular skinsman Bennie Cancino on the Family Values tour as Bennie takes a quick break to be with his family. Bennie will retur...

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CLUTCH Frontman NEIL FALLON: 'We're Not Making Money Selling Records'

In a brand new, exclusive interview conducted by Rock N Roll Universe, CLUTCH vocalist/guitarist Neil Fallon discusses the band's latest album, "From Beale Street To Oblivion", touring with MOTÖRHEAD, the band's longevity, as well as the possibilities of a long-rumored DVD from the band. Also covere...