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METALLICA's HAMMETT Says He's Having The Time Of His Life On The Road
METALLICA guitarist Kirk Hammett has spoken to The Salt Lake Tribune about the fact that the group are less than two weeks away from the end of a 17-month tour in support of their "St. Anger" album. "In the overall scheme of things, it's a decent METALLICA tour," Hammett said. "But we've definitely...November 19, 2004
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MEGADETH's MUSTAINE Says NICK MENZA Wasn't Prepared To Tour With The Band
In a brand new interview with Detroit's WRIF 101.1 FM, MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine spoke about the departure of drummer Nick Menza shortly prior to the start of the band's current "Blackmail the Universe" tour. "I had Nick Menza come in and play drums [during the rehearsals for the tour], and he...November 16, 2004
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Rare DAVE MUSTAINE Interview From 1984 Posted Online
Pitriff.com has posted audio portions of a rare interview with Dave Mustaine, recorded in 1984 after the second-ever MEGADETH gig. In the interview, Mustaine is heard saying outlandish things like "We kill SLAYER," "SLAYER are posers," "Kirk Hammett sucks," and much more. Check it out at this locati...November 15, 2004
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VALUME NOB: Video Shoot Announced
VALUME NOB, the Louisiana based band featuring CROWBAR/DOWN guitarist Kirk Windstein on bass, will be filming a video for their song "Boots" on Saturday, November 20, 2004 at The Most High (4040 Tulane Ave.) in New Orleans. Anyone wanting to attend must be at the gate for 2:00 p.m. (sharp). Free bee...November 9, 2004
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GRAVEYARD RODEO Reunion Confirmed
Drummer Wayne "Doobie" Fabra of legendary Lousiana hardcore/metal pioneers GRAVEYARD RODEO has confirmed to NolaUnderground.com that the band have reformed and are currently rehearsing with a view towards playing a few reunion shows in the New Orleans area (as first reported here on Oct. 18). The cu...November 3, 2004
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METALLICA's LARS ULRICH: 'Hard Rock Music Is In A Bit Of Slump Right Now'
Boston radio station WBCN 104.1 has posted audio of recent interviews with METALLICA members James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich and Kirk Hammett. James and Kirk discussed the current tour while Lars was interviewed by a contest winner. Check out the audio in Real Media format at WBCN.com: James, Kirk, Lars...November 3, 2004
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SLAYER's KERRY KING: 'DAVE MUSTAINE Is One Of The Worst Singers In Rock'
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King recently spoke to the Belgian webzine ConcreteWeb.be about the group's upcoming studio album and the "Still Reigning" DVD, among other topics. Several excerpts from the interview follow: ConcreteWeb.be: Again everyone awaits the new full-length album and wonders whether i...October 28, 2004
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CROWBAR: In Mixing Mode
New Orleans sludge-meisters CROWBAR are currently mixing their new album, "Life's Blood For The Downtrodden", in Miami, FL for a February 8, 2005 Stateside release through Candlelight Records. "Life's Blood For The Downtrodden" was produced by the working team of Warren Riker (DOWN) and Rex Brown (P...October 20, 2004
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GRAVEYARD RODEO: Reunion Show Planned?
Legendary Lousiana hardcore/metal pioneers GRAVEYARD RODEO, who once featured in their ranks current CORROSION OF CONFORMITY guitarist/vocalist Pepper Keenan, are said to be planning a reunion show in early 2005, possibly in February at Dixie Tavern in New Orleans. GRAVEYARD RODEO released a debut a...October 18, 2004
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ANDREW W.K. Sings With FEAR FACTORY
Andrew W.K. had the "honor" of singing with FEAR FACTORY during their New York City concert at the Roseland Ballroom Wednesday night (Oct. 13),according to a posting on the singer's web site. "Andrew helped sing the song 'Edgecrusher' from the band's 'Obsolete' album," the posting continues. "It wa...October 15, 2004
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METALLICA, ANDREW W.K. Attend LAMB OF GOD/FEAR FACTORY Show In NYC: Photos Available
METALLICA members Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo, plus Andrew W.K. were among athe attendees at the LAMB OF GOD, FEAR FACTORY, CHILDREN OF BODOM and THROWDOWN show at Roseland in New York City Wednesday night (Oct. 13). Check out pictures from Film Magic. (Thanks: David Ungar Photography / Bagel)...October 14, 2004
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ROBERT TRUJILLO Says Physical Demands Of Being In METALLICA Are Incredible
METALLICA bassist Robert Trujillo recently spoke to the Wilkes Barre Times-Leader about the fact that after 20 months, he has still not celebrated landing his new job. Not that he hasn't wanted to, he's just been a little busy learning two decades worth of music. "It's been intense. You know people...October 13, 2004
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VALUME NOB Confirmed For VOODOO MUSIC EXPERIENCE
VALUME NOB, the Louisiana based band featuring CROWBAR/DOWN guitarist Kirk Windstein on bass, have been confirmed to play the sixth annual Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans. This year's lineup includes THE BEASTIE BOYS, KID ROCK, VELVET REVOLVER and more. VALUME NOB will take the stage at 4:15...October 6, 2004
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METALLICA: 'Jane Pauley' Promo Clip Posted Online
A brief promotional video for METALLICA's appearance on "The Jane Pauley Show" has been posted online at this location (Quicktime). According to MTV.com, METALLICA taught Pauley how to rock for Thursday's (Sept. 30) episode of her show, which is recorded live before a studio audience. After a discus...September 29, 2004
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METALLICA's KIRK HAMMETT, ROB ZOMBIE Remember JOHNNY RAMONE
METALLICA guitarist Kirk Hammett and Rob Zombie are among the musicians that have contributed testimonials to the enduring influence of Johnny Ramone and his seminal punk rock outfit the RAMONES in the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine. Kirk Hammett: "I would come into contact with Johnny in th...September 28, 2004
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