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Former ANNIHILATOR Drummer Sets The Record Straight About His Departure
Former ANNIHILATOR drummer Randy Black has issued a statement countering the band's official account of his departure from the group. In ANNIHILATOR's press release announcing their split with Black (dated October 9),mainman Jeff Waters claimed that "despite having guaranteed the band that he would...October 14, 2003
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Review: 'LED ZEPPELIN' Rock Akron Crowd
Malcolm X Abram of the Cleveland Beacon Journal reports that "the Akron Symphony Orchestra collectively loosened its tie Sunday night with 'The Music of Led Zeppelin: A Rock Symphony' (see previous story) and was rewarded with rock-star treatment from an enthusiastic audience. "For two-plus hours, E...October 13, 2003
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QUIET RIOT: DVD Delayed Again
The long-delayed QUIET RIOT DVD, titled "Quiet Riot Live In The 21st Century - 20 Years of Metal Health", has once again had its release date pushed back due to manufacturing problems. The following is a message on the matter from ex-QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali: "Today I received a message fro...October 12, 2003
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ZEBRA Singer Joins AKRON SYMPHONY In LED ZEPPELIN Tribute
Amy Bracken Sparks of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that the Akron Symphony Orchestra will tackle the work of Page, Plant, Bonham and Jones this weekend at the E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall in Akron, Ohio, the orchestra's regular home. According to Jeffrey Sperry, executive director of the 5...October 10, 2003
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ANNIHILATOR Part Ways With Drummer, Announce Replacement
Canadian thrash metal veterans ANNIHILATOR have parted ways with drummer Randy Black (PRIMAL FEAR) and have rejoined forces with former skinsman Mike Mangini (EXTREME, STEVE VAI). "Despite having guaranteed the band that he would be performing on their upcoming new release, and being scheduled to re...October 10, 2003
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DIABOLICAL MASQUERADE Enter Studio To Record New Album
Sweden's DIABOLICAL MASQUERADE, the side-project of KATATONIA guitarist Anders Nyström (a.k.a. Blakkheim),have entered Studio Castillo in Stockholm with engineer David Castillo (live sound engineer for KATATONIA) to begin recording their fifth album, tentatively due in early 2004 through Avantgarde...October 6, 2003
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New KORN Song To Receive World Premiere At Ultimate Fighting Championship Event
Fight fans will be able to hear the exclusive premiere of the new KORN track "Let's Do This Now" during "UFC 44: Undisputed", Friday, September 26 on pay-per-view. This cut is off the much anticipated release of KORN's newest CD "Take A Look In The Mirror", due out November 18 on Epic Records. "Let'...September 26, 2003
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QUIET RIOT Call It A Day
QUIET RIOT have officially split up, drummer Frankie Banali has confirmed. In an e-mail to Metal Sludge, Banali wrote, "To be honest with you, I am [singer] Kevin [DuBrow]'s friend and will always be his friend. I don't want to get on the 'he said, you said" roller coaster that is always generated i...September 20, 2003
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ANNIHILATOR's JEFF WATERS Dismisses Rumors Of Drummer's Departure
ANNIHILATOR guitarist Jeff Waters has issued a statement refuting rumors of a possible departure from the group of drummer Randy Black. The skinsman, who recently became an official member of PRIMAL FEAR, had previously released a press release of his own confirming his intention to remain involved...September 10, 2003
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Former ONWARD Bassist Launches New Project
Former ONWARD bassist and founding member Randy LaFrance has released three demo tracks from a project he's currently helming. The new group, dubbed EXPLODER, also features vocalist Rob Murphy. The songs available for download are as follows: 01. Shark Attack (mp3) 02. I Fly (mp3) 03. The Hunger (mp...September 1, 2003
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New PRIMAL FEAR Drummer Speaks To The Fans
Drummer Randy Black (ANNIHILATOR, ex-REBELLION),who was recently named PRIMAL FEAR's new skinsman following the departure of Klaus Sperling, has issued the following statement to PRIMAL FEAR's fans: "First and foremost, I'd like to say I'm really looking forward to playing, recording and touring wi...September 1, 2003
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ANNIHILATOR/PRIMAL FEAR Drummer Explains Departure From REBELLION
ANNIHILATOR/PRIMAL FEAR drummer Randy Black has issued a statement addressing his departure from REBELLION, the German band featuring former GRAVE DIGGER members Uwe Lulis (guitar) and Tommi Goettlich (bass). "There has been some confusion in the last days about the future of REBELLION," begins Rand...August 29, 2003
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QUIET RIOT Live DVD To Surface In October
The long-delayed QUIET RIOT DVD, titled "Quiet Riot Live In The 21st Century - 20 Years of Metal Health", is now scheduled for release on October 7. According to drummer Frankie Banali, "the principals at 2RS Studios have cited everything from delays in manufacturing, final artwork, packaging, maste...August 28, 2003
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REBELLION Part Ways With Drummer, Seek Replacement
Germany's REBELLION, featuring former GRAVE DIGGER members Uwe Lulis (guitar) and Tommi Goettlich (bass),have officially parted ways with drummer Randy Black (ANNIHILATOR). The split, which was announced on the band's web site, came about as a result of Black's decision to join fellow German power...August 27, 2003
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SOIL To Master 'Redefine' Later This Week
Chicago's SOIL have finished mixing their new album, "Redefine", with Randy Staub (METALLICA, NICKELBACK) at The Warehouse Studio in Vancouver, British Columbia and will begin the mastering sessions for the CD with George Marino at Sterling Sound in New York City on Thursday, August 14. A fall relea...August 11, 2003
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