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THERION Announces New Members

Mainman Christofer Johnsson of Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION had a meeting with singer Thomas Vikström (ex-CANDLEMASS) several weeks ago and offered him permanent status in the band. Commented Christofer: "Thomas is, besides being a very warm and nice person, an incredibly talen...

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Former THERION, CANDLEMASS, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Members Featured On CRASH THE SYSTEM Debut

Frontiers Records has set a July 3 European release date (August 11 in the U.S.) for CRASH THE SYSTEM's debut album, entitled "The Crowning". The CRASH THE SYSTEM project came about as a collaboration between songwriter Sören Kronqvist (former Finnish 400-meter hurdle champion and songwriter for Mic...

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WOLF Announces U.K. Tour

Swedish metallers WOLF will embark on a U.K. headlining tour in October. Support on the trek will come from the Canadian traditional heavy metal band CAULDRON. Commented WOLF: "U.K. have always been good to us and after the success of Hammerfest we felt it was time to visit you all in your hometowns...

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HARDCORE SUPERSTAR: First 'Beg For It' Video Trailer Posted Online

The first of three video trailers for "Beg For It", the new album from Swedish sleaze rockers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR, can be viewed below. Due on June 5 via Nuclear Blast Records, "Beg For It" features the following track listing: 01. This Worm's For Ennio 02. Beg For It 03. Into Debauchery 04. Shades O...

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SAHG Signs With INDIE RECORDINGS

Indie Recordings has announced the signing of SAHG, the Norwegian heavy rockers who feature in their ranks current/former members of GORGOROTH, MANNGARD and AUDREY HORNE. The band is currently working on its third album, tentatively due in October. Live appearances are confirmed at several festivals...

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Surviving Original Members Of PHANTOM BLUE To Reunite For MICHELLE MELDRUM Memorial Concert

In memory of late MELDRUM/PHANTOM BLUE guitarist Michelle Meldrum and to help raise funds for her family and four-year-old son Jake Norum, the surviving original members of PHANTOM BLUE will reunite for one night only to perform at the Michelle Meldrum memorial show at the Whisky A-Go Go in Hollywoo...

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LEMMY, ROCKY GEORGE, NICK OLIVERI To Perform At MICHELLE MELDRUM Benefit Concert

Ian "Lemmy" Kilmister (MOTÖRHEAD),Rocky George (FISHBONE, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES) and Nick Oliveri (QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE, MONDO GENERATOR) are among the artists who are scheduled to perform at a benefit concert for the family of MELDRUM/PHANTOM BLUE guitarist Michelle Meldrum, who passed away last...

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SATURNUS: New Lineup Announced

Denmark's melodic doom metal masters SATURNUS have issued the following update: "SATURNUS is currently working on new tracks with a lineup consisting of new and old members of the band. For various reasons, Anders Ro Nielsen, Tais Pedersen, Peter Poulsen and Nikolaj Borg have left the band. "SATURNU...

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POP EVIL Added To JUDAS PRIEST / WHITESNAKE Tour

Grand Rapids, Michigan's POP EVIL has been confirmed as the opening act for JUDAS PRIEST and WHITESNAKE on their upcoming North American tour. POP EVIL has toured consistently since (and prior to) the release of its latest album, "Lipstick on the Mirror", with a combination of headline dates and spe...

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DREAM THEATER, ZAPPA PLAYS ZAPPA, PAIN OF SALVATION: More 'Progressive Nation' Dates Announced

New York progressive metal veterans DREAM THEATER will take their Progressive Nation tour back on the road for its second incarnation with a run through America and Canada in July/August 2009. In addition to a headlining set by DREAM THEATER, this year's package will feature the outstanding musician...

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ADLER'S APPETITE: More San Diego Footage Featuring Singer RICK STITCH Available

Fan-filmed video footage of ADLER'S APPETITE — the band led by original GUNS N' ROSES drummer Steven Adler — performing the GN'R classic "My Michelle" on April 18, 2009 at 4th and B in San Diego, California can be viewed below (courtesy of "jimandersonmusic"). ADLER'S APPETITE played its first show...

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HARDCORE SUPERSTAR: New Single Certified Gold In Sweden

"Beg For It", the new single from Swedish sleaze rockers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR, was certified gold in the band's home country after entering the national chart at position No. 5. "Beg For It" is the title track of HARDCORE SUPERSTAR's new album, which is due on June 5 via Nuclear Blast Records, "Beg Fo...

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TESLA Guitarist Answers Stupidest Questions Ever Asked In The History Of Rock Journalism

Dave Rude, guitarist for TESLA and the aptly titled DAVE RUDE BAND sat down with RUFKM to answer 13 of the stupidest questions ever asked in the history of rock journalism. This hard-hitting interview provides insights into TESLA's newest album "Forever More" as well as answers the more important qu...

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SLIPKNOT Frontman Covers PRINCE; Video Available

More video footage of COREY TAYLOR AND THE JUNK BEER KIDNAP BAND — featuring SLIPKNOT/STONE SOUR frontman Corey Taylor — performing at a "secret show" this past Friday, April 24 at People's Court in Des Moines, Iowa can be viewed below. It was a warm-up concert for Taylor's appearances at Rockfest i...

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DREAM THEATER, ZAPPA PLAYS ZAPPA, PAIN OF SALVATION: 'Progressive Nation' Dates Announced

New York progressive metal veterans DREAM THEATER will take their Progressive Nation tour back on the road for its second incarnation with a run through America and Canada in July/August 2009. In addition to a headlining set by DREAM THEATER, this year's package will feature the outstanding musician...