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THE AURORA PROJECT Signs With THE LASER'S EDGE
Dutch progressive rock band THE AURORA PROJECT has inked a deal with the American label The Laser's Edge. The group's second album, titled "Shadow Border", is currently being mixed by Joost van den Broek (AYREON, AFTER FOREVER) for a September release. According to a press release, "Shadow Border" w...June 2, 2008
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Top Heavy Metal Musicians Select Favorite Guitarists Of All Time
Thiago Sarkis of Roadie Crew magazine (web site) organized a poll in which 330 guitarists were asked about their favorite guitarists of all time. Among the participants in the poll were current and former members of such bands as GUNS N' ROSES, KISS, MACHINE HEAD, NIGHTWISH, MEGADETH, SCORPIONS, TES...May 19, 2008
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AUTUMN: Death In The Family Forces Show Cancellation
Dutch symphonic metallers AUTUMN have been forced to cancel their previously announced May 17 concert at the Boerderij in Zoetermeer, Holland due to the "unexpected death" of drummer Jan Grijpstra's father. "We don't know yet if the show will be rescheduled," the band says in a statement. "As it loo...May 16, 2008
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AYREON: Another Audio Interview With ARJEN LUCASSEN Posted Online
An audio interview with AYREON mastermind Arjen Lucassen conducted by Search & Destroy from Mexico is available for streaming at this location (scroll down to bottom of the page to locate the audio player). AYREON's new album, "01011001", registered the following chart positions around the globe...May 7, 2008
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AYREON: Part Two Of New Audio Interview With ARJEN LUCASSEN Available
UK's heavy metal podcast and 'zine Ragnarok Radio has posted part two of a very special set of two shows that feature Arjen Lucassen of AYREON fame. In this episode, Arjen talks about his side project STAR ONE, the structuring of the AYREON albums and his plans for the future. Download the podcast a...May 7, 2008
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AYREON Vs. AVANTASIA: 'Elected' EP Samples Available
Audio samples from "Elected" a collaboration between Arjen Lucassen AYREON and Tobias Sammet (AVANTASIA) are available at this location. On January 25, 2008 the rock operas of Lucassen and Sammet, respectively AYREON's "01011001" and AVANTASIA's "The Scarecrow", were released simultaneously. The mus...April 21, 2008
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In The Studio With AYREON Mastermind ARJEN LUCASSEN; Video Available
Holland's FaceCulture visited AYREON mastermind Arjen Lucassen at his Electric Castle studio where he explained how he worked on the track "The Fifth Extinction". The song appears on the fifth and latest AYREON CD, titled "01011001", and is very interesting because it features appearances by no less...April 18, 2008
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DEMIURG: Another New Song Posted Online
DEMIURG the Sweden-based band featuring Rogga Johansson (RIBSPREADER, PAGANIZER) on vocals and guitars, Johan Berglund (THIS HAVEN) on bass, Pr Johansson (SATARIEL) on clean vocals, Ed Warby (GOREFEST, AYREON, HAIL OF BULLETS) on drums and Dan Swan (EDGE OF SANITY, NIGHTINGALE, BLOODBATH) on lead gu...April 17, 2008
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AYREON: Part One Of New Audio Interview With ARJEN LUCASSEN Available
UK's heavy metal podcast and 'zine Ragnarok Radio has posted part one of a very special set of two shows that feature Arjen Lucassen of AYREON fame. In this episode, Arjen talks about how he got into music, wearing wigs and why Planet Y is called Planet Y. Download the podcast at this ...April 7, 2008
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EDGUY, AYREON Masterminds Collaborate On ALICE COOPER Cover
On January 25, 2008 the rock operas of Arjen Lucassen and Tobias Sammet, respectively AYREON's "01011001" and AVANTASIA's "The Scarecrow", were released simultaneously. The music press, always eager for a story, called this event the "Clash of the Titans," gleefully portraying the two musicians as b...March 20, 2008
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SPHERE OF SOULS Announces New Lineup
SPHERE OF SOULS, the Dutch progressive metal formation featuring ex-SUN CAGED vocalist André Vuurboom, has announced the addition of lead guitarist Alex Rosenhof of PICTURE OF THE MOON and drummer Milan Ridderhof, formerly of DAISY VAIN. Alex and Milan replace former members Anand Mahangoe and Ruud...March 12, 2008
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AYREON: New '01011001' Vinyl Release Dates Announced
"01011001", the new rock opera from AYREON — the brainchild of Dutch guitarist/composer Arjen Lucassen — will be released on vinyl. It will be a triple-album set on clear vinyl. However, the mid-March release date has been postponed. The new (but still tentative) release dates are as follows: German...March 9, 2008
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DEMIURG: New 'The Hate Chamber' Release Date Announced
DEMIURG — the Sweden-based band featuring Rogga Johansson (RIBSPREADER, PAGANIZER) on vocals and guitars, Johan Berglund (THIS HAVEN) on bass, Pär Johansson (SATARIEL) on clean vocals, Ed Warby (GOREFEST, AYREON, HAIL OF BULLETS) on drums and Dan Swanö (EDGE OF SANITY, NIGHTINGALE, BLOODBATH) on lea...March 5, 2008
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AYREON: More '01011001' Chart Positions Revealed
"01011001", the new rock opera from AYREON — the brainchild of Dutch guitarist/composer Arjen Lucassen — has registered the following chart positions around the globe: The Netherlands: #2 Germany: #18 UK: #26 (Rock/Metal chart) Norway: #42 Hungary: #54 Sweden: #54 U.S.: #68 (Indie chart) Switzerland...March 2, 2008
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AUTUMN Announces New Singer
Holland's AUTUMN has announced the addition of singer Marjan Welman to the group's ranks. She replaces Nienke de Jong, who recently announced her departure from the band. Within the Dutch rock scene, Marjan is considered to be a promising talent with her warm voice and perfect timing. Her recent voc...February 29, 2008
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