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STRATOVARIUS Keyboardist: 'Nobody Feels Like Leaving The Band Voluntarily'
STRATOVARIUS keyboardist Jens Johansson has offered the following comment via the group's official message board regarding the status of the band's lineup: "Within the band we made the agreement that [guitarist/mainman] Timo [Tolkki] will decide who plays in the band, I mean on the records, live etc...November 23, 2003
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ARK: In The Studio Recording Third Album
ARK, the band featuring ex-CONCEPTION guitarist Tore Østby, former YNGWIE MALMSTEEN drummer John Macaluso, and ex-MALMSTEEN bassist Randy Cove, have posed the following message on their web site: "Dear ARKpeople! "As you know from our last note, we've been underground investigating stalactites and o...November 21, 2003
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Newspaper: MÖTLEY CRÜE To Headline SWEDEN ROCK 2004
The Swedish daily newspaper Aftonbladet is reporting in its Nov. 16 print edition that MÖTLEY CRÜE will be headlining next year's installment of Sweden Rock festival (as first predicted here last week),set to be held June 10-12, 2004 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The article goes on to state that the even...November 16, 2003
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CROSSFADE Complete Work On Debut Album
CROSSFADE, the new Swedish band featuring former YNGWIE MALMSTEEN vocalist Göran Edman, have completed work on their debut album, "White On Blue". The CD, which is due before the end of the year, was recorded at Eller Studio and was mixed by Ronny Lahti (EUROPE, ROXETTE) at the Megaphone facility. M...November 11, 2003
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SPASTIC INK: New Song Available For Download
WATCHTOWER guitarist/composer Ron Jarzombek has posted a track from his long-awaited sophomore SPASTIC INK release, "Ink Compatible". The song, titled "Aquanet", features Jarzombek on guitar, Jason McMaster (WATCHTOWER, DANEGROUS TOYS) on vocals, Bobby Jarzombek (ex-HALFORD, RIOT) on drums, Pete Per...November 11, 2003
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DESTINY: Special Releases In The Works
Long-running Swedish metal band DESTINY are currently working on two special releases containing a total of 22 songs. One of the albums is a re-recording of the group's out-of-print debut album "Beyond All Sense", originally released as a limited vinyl edition in 1985. The album will also contain tw...November 11, 2003
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MÖTLEY CRÜE In Talks To Play SWEDEN ROCK Festival?
MÖTLEY CRÜE are strongly rumored to be in talks with the organizers of Sweden Rock festival about making an appearance at next year's event, set to be held June 10-12, 2004 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The first few confirmations for the festival will be announced at the Sweden Rock 2004 kick-off party at...November 7, 2003
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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP: More U.S. Dates Announced
MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP's (MSG) have announced more dates for their upcoming U.S. tour. They are as follows: Nov. 25 - Palo Alto, CA @ The Edge Nov. 26 - Concord, CA @ Cadillac Ranch Nov. 28 - Sacramento, CA @ The Roadhouse Nov. 29 - Ventura, CA @ Ventura Theatre Nov. 30 - West Hollywood, ...November 6, 2003
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JENS JOHANSSON Says GINGER BAKER Is A Bigger Asshole Than YNGWIE
In an interview with Electricbasement.com, STRATOVARIUS keyboardist and journeyman musician Jens Johansson (MASTERMIND, ex-DIO, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN) explained his thoughts on working with classic rock legend Ginger Baker (CREAM). "He's a very peculiar person," Jens said. "At the time, he was 55 years o...November 5, 2003
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CORNERSTONE Part Ways With Japanese Record Label
CORNERSTONE, the project featuring ROYAL HUNT bassist Steen Mogensen and ex-RAINBOW/current YNGWIE MALMSTEEN vocalist Doogie White, have parted ways with their Japanese record label, Marquee/Avalon. They are in talks with several other companies in the hope that their recently completed third album,...November 2, 2003
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CORNERSTONE: More New Music Posted Online
CORNERSTONE, the project featuring ROYAL HUNT bassist Steen Mogensen and ex-RAINBOW/current YNGWIE MALMSTEEN vocalist Doogie White, have posted two more short soundclips from their third album, "Once Upon Our Yesterdays", at this location. A total of five songs from the CD can now be previewed on Wh...October 30, 2003
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DESTINY To Release New Album In February
Long-running Swedish metal band DESTINY have set a February 9, 2004 release date through GMR Music Group for their new album, "Future Of The Past". "Future Of The Past" was recorded at the band's own DRS Studios and features a guest appearance by former YNGWIE MALMSTEEN keyboardist Mats Olausson. .....October 30, 2003
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JUDAS PRIEST To Headline SWEDEN ROCK 2004?
JUDAS PRIEST are rumored to be in talks to headline next year's installment of the Sweden Rock festival, set to be held June 10-12, 2004 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The first few confirmations for the event will be announced at the Sweden Rock 2004 kick-off party at Draken in Stockholm on November 28. DO...October 30, 2003
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SUPREME MAJESTY Become A Sextet
Swedish melodic metallers SUPREME MAJESTY have announced the addition of guitarist Tobias Wernersson (ex-LITTLE YANKEES, RANSOM) to the group's ranks. An MP3 of Tobias' "breathtaking" interpretation of YNGWIE MALMSTEEN's "Far Beyond The Sun" can be downloaded here. "This new addition means that Chri...October 30, 2003
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G3 '03: Video Message Available For Viewing
A four-minute promotional video for the current G3 '03 tour, featuring Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Yngwie Malmsteen, can be viewed at this location. The video, which features a brief introductory message from the three guitarists and a short live clip from each musician, was shot on October 17 at th...October 29, 2003