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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP: New EMI Reissues Detailed
EMI has just issued the first batch of a total of six releases covering Michael Schenker's Chrysalis catalog 1980-1984. After leaving UFO in 1978, legendary guitarist Michael Schenker returned briefly for a second stint in the SCORPIONS before deciding to form his own group — settling on a name that...January 26, 2009
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WHITESNAKE's DOUG ALDRICH Interviewed At NAMM; Video Available
TC Electronic's Ruy Kuypers conducted an interview with WHITESNAKE/ex-DIO guitarist Doug Aldrich at this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which was held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Watch the one-minute chat below. Also available i...January 25, 2009
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WHITESNAKE Guitarist DOUG ALDRICH: 'Masterclass Tour Europe 2009' Dates Announced
According to Whitesnake Italia, WHITESNAKE/ex-DIO guitarist Doug Aldrich will take part in the Masterclass Tour Europe 2009 in February. Confirmed dates are as follows: Saturday, February 14 + Sunday, February 15 Nemesis Guitar School 15 Kadmou 65302 Kavala Greece Tel +30 69 447 68068 Monday, Februa...January 23, 2009
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Former PANTERA, PHANTOM-X Members Join Forces In MILLENNIAL REIGN
Former PHANTOM-X guitarist Dave Harvey has joined forces with original PANTERA and current JUDGEMENT DAY (WHITESNAKE tribute) singer Donny Hart in a brand new progressive/melodic metal project called MILLENNIAL REIGN. The group, which is currently seeking a second guitarist, bassist and keyboardist,...January 22, 2009
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NAMM 2009: Video Footage, Photos Posted Online
SatomiMusicumentary has posted an eight-minute report on this year's NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which was held January 15-18 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. The clip includes footage of more than 50 artists, including the following: Gene Simmons (KI...January 21, 2009
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DEREK SHERINIAN Looking To Start Progressive Metal Band
Keyboardist Derek Sherinian (DREAM THEATER, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN) is looking to start a new progressive metal band. He says, "I have the players in mind that I will be using [but] I will be searching high and low for a singer. Please email me at [email protected] with the subject title 'SINGER.' Pl...January 20, 2009
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GRIFFEN Signs With HEART OF STEEL RECORDS
Heart Of Steel Records has announced the signing of Swedish hard rockers GRIFFEN. The band is currently recording its debut album for a June release. According to a press release, GRIFFEN's sound is influenced by some classic names of the genre such as RAINBOW, WHITESNAKE and DIO, and it's not far...January 18, 2009
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RUDY SARZO Signature Model CIRRUS Bass Announced
Peavey is celebrating the Cirrus bass guitar's tenth anniversary with a Rudy Sarzo signature model. With the Cirrus Rudy Sarzo Signature Model, Peavey celebrates another milestone. The bassist behind many of rock's marquee bands, with 30 million records sold, has played Peavey gear for 25 years soli...January 16, 2009
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BEYOND FEAR: Two Rare Shows Announced
BEYOND FEAR, the band fronted by Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH),has scheduled the following shows: Feb. 19 - El Paso, Texas - Club 101 Feb. 21 - Chihuahua, Mexico - Arena Chihuahua Owens, guitarist Andreas Kisser (SEPULTURA),drummer Jimmy DeGrasso (ALICE COOPER,...January 16, 2009
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WHITESNAKE's DOUG ALDRICH Demonstrates New MARSHALL Amp At NAMM; Video Available
Video footage of WHITESNAKE/ex-DIO guitarist Doug Aldrich demonstrating the new Marshall MG range of amplifiers at the 2009 winter NAMM (National Association Of Music Merchants) show, which is being held January 15-18, 2009 in Anaheim, California, can be viewed below. WHITESNAKE's latest album, "Goo...January 16, 2009
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MESSIAH'S KISS/RIOT Singer MIKE TIRELLI Battling Stomach Cancer
Mike Tirelli has been an integral part of the music scene for over 20 years both as a singer and songwriter. His talent and perseverance brought him worldwide recognition performing with such bands as BURNING STARR, RIOT, MESSIAH'S KISS, HOLY MOTHER, LASTLIX and ZILLION, to name just a few. In the f...January 15, 2009
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ZAKK WYLDE, TONY FRANKLIN, BRIAN TICHY Featured On New DEREK SHERINIAN Album
Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY),Tony Franklin (THE FIRM, WHITESNAKE),Brian Tichy (BILLY IDOL, OZZY OSBOURNE),Virgil Donati and Rusty Cooley (OUTWORLD) are among the guest musicians who appear on the new solo album keyboardist Derek Sherinian (DREAM THEATER, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN),entitled "Molecular...January 13, 2009
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TWISTED SISTER: New Songtitle Revealed
Metal Asylum recently conducted an interview with TWISTED SISTER guitarist Jay Jay French. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Metal Asylum: Were there any other TWISTED SISTER shows professionally recorded that you wanted to release instead of the one at the Astoria, or was the Astoria...January 13, 2009
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Former WHITESNAKE Guitarist Opens WORLD GUITARS
Rob Hughes of Musical Instrument Professional reports that former WHITESNAKE guitarist Bernie Marsden recently hosted the opening ceremony of World Guitars' Gloucestershire, U.K. showroom. Housed in a converted Victorian courthouse in Stonehouse, World Guitars' emphasis is on high-end brands and exe...January 12, 2009
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Former DEEP PURPLE Keyboardist JON LORD Gearing Up For Essen Concert
According to a posting on his official web site, former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Jon Lord is gearing up for his concert in Essen, Germany on February 3 — in the Grugahalle, where he used to perform with both PURPLE and WHITESNAKE. "We played several times in the Grugahalle in Essen," Lord said. "I .....January 10, 2009
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