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Surely you know the deal when it comes to Canada's SHEAVY. If you can't get enough of mid-period, Ozzy-era BLACK SABBATH with more of an upbeat stoner rock twist, then this is your band. Provided you don't trick yourself into thinking that SHEAVY is anything more than a heavy rock group wearing its...August 29, 2005
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BYZANTINE Drop Off INTERNATIONAL EXTREME MUSIC FESTIVAL Tour
According to a posting on the Prosthetic Records web site, West Virginia-based "tech-metal" band BYZANTINE will not be performing as part of the upcoming International Extreme Music Festival tour. The group's non-appearance on the trek is being attributed to "circumstances beyond our control." No fu...August 26, 2005
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There was always a perception, due to his relative fame, that MONSTER MAGNET guitarist Ed Mundell was the brains and brawn behind Jersey power trio THE ATOMIC BITCHWAX. Well, he's out, ex-CORE frontman Finn Ryan is in on guit/vox, and the band is making it known in no uncertain terms that Mundell (a...August 7, 2005
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Guitarist RICH WARD Offers FOZZY, STUCK MOJO Updates
FOZZY/STUCK MOJO guitarist Rich Ward has posted a lengthy message on his official web site reflecting on the success of his recent solo album, "My Kung-Fu Is Good" (released under THE DUKE banner) and his future plans for both FOZZY and STUCK MOJO. An excerpt from the posting follows: "A lot of you...August 5, 2005
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FIREBALL MINISTRY Sign With LIQUOR AND POKER MUSIC
Acclaimed Los Angeles quartet FIREBALL MINISTRY, recently dubbed the "#1 metal band you need to know now" by Guitar World, have officially joined the roster of Liquor and Poker Music. The L.A.-based rock label will release the group's new album, "Their Rock Is Not Our Rock", on October 18. A rough m...July 25, 2005
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STUCK MOJO Guitarist To Make Guest Appearance at Guitar Center Opening
STUCK MOJO/FOZZY guitarist Rich Ward will be a special guest at the grand opening celebration of the new Guitar Center in Greenville, SC on Thursday, July 14 from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. The new store is located in the Market Place shopping center at 2463 Laurens Road. There will be tons of giveaways...July 11, 2005
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SIX FEET UNDER Frontman Talks About Possible CANNIBAL CORPSE 'Reunion, DIMEBAG's Death
Metal-Rules.com recently conducted an interview with SIX FEET UNDER frontman Chris Barnes. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Metal-Rules.com: You mentioned the negative aspects and people kind of jumped all over you when you said that "13" was going to be your "Reign In Blood". Chris Barnes...June 28, 2005
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BYZANTINE: '...And They Shall Take Up Serpents' Track Listing Revealed
West Virginia-based "tech-metal" band BYZANTINE have finalized the track listing for their sophomore album, "...And They Shall Take Up Serpents", due on July 12 via Prosthetic Records. The follow-up to "The Fundamental Component" was once again produced by the band and Charles A. Fisher and was mixe...June 11, 2005
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BYZANTINE: New Album Track Posted Online
BYZANTINE's track "Jeremiad" is available for preview on the Prosthetic Records MySpace.com page at this location. "Jeremiad" comes off the West Virginia-based "tech-metal" band's upcoming sophomore album, "...And They Shall Take Up Serpents", due on July 12 via Prosthetic Records. The follow-up to...June 1, 2005
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New STUCK MOJO/FOZZY Live Photos Posted Online
Guitarist Rich Ward's (STUCK MOJO, FOZZY, THE DUKE) official web site has been updated with 1,000 or so pictures from the recent FOZZY/STUCK MOJO/DUKE tour through the U.K., including exclusive photos from Rich's wedding in a 1700s countryside church. Check out the pictures at this location. Ward's...May 27, 2005
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FU MANCHU To Support CORROSION OF CONFORMITY In July
FU MANCHU will be supporting CORROSION OF CONORMITY on a two-week tour beginning on July 7 in Santa Ana, California. Also appearing on the bill will be ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY and DANKO JONES. Confirmed dates so far are as follows: Jul. 07 - Santa Ana CA @ Galaxy Concert Theater Jul. 08 - West Hollywoo...May 22, 2005
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RICH WARD: STUCK MOJO Made It Possible For Bands Like SHADOWS FALL To Be On OZZFEST
STUCK MOJO/FOZZY guitarist Rich Ward recently spoke to Blistering.com about his new solo album (released under THE DUKE banner) and his working relationship with previous label Century Media Records, among other topics. A couple of excerpts from the interview follow: Blistering.com: This album [THE...May 13, 2005
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POWERMAN 5000 Tap MUDROCK To Mix New Album
POWERMAN 5000 recently spent time at Mad Oak Studios in Boston, Massachusetts completing the recording sessions for their new album, due later this year on frontman Spider One's Megatronic Records. Joining Spider One, drummer Adrian Ost, and bassist Siggy Siursen on tour and on the forthcoming album...May 12, 2005
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BRANT BJORK & THE BROS.: U.S. Tour Dates Announced
BRANT BJORK & THE BROS., the band led by former KYUSS/FU MANCHU drummer Brant Bjork, have lined up the following dates during May/June: May 13 - Albuquerque, NM – Burt's Tiki Lounge May 14 - Austin, TX – Emo's May 15 - Ft. Worth, TX - Wreck Room May 16 - Houston, TX - Rudyard`s ...May 3, 2005
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BYZANTINE Frontman Sustains Knee Injury
Guitarist/vocalist Chris Ojeda Adams of the West Virginia-based "tech-metal" band BYZANTINE "sustained a pretty good injury to his left knee while performing at the Sound Factory in Charleston, WV" over the weekend, according to a post on the group's web site. Commented Chris, "I jumped up on a spea...May 3, 2005