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DEF LEPPARD Guitarist To Release Solo Album
Launch Radio Networks reports: DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell will release his first solo album, "Two Sides of If", on September 6. Campbell will be joined on the blues-oriented album by ZZ TOP's Billy Gibbons, singer Joan Osbourne, and former FRANK ZAPPA and MISSING PERSONS drummer Terry Boz...July 25, 2005
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Thor Against the World
One of those legendary 1980s types that no one you know actually seems to have ever have heard of, Jon Mikl Thor is some sort of Canadian bodybuilding heavy metal movie star. He's been working on a comeback for a few years now, releasing an album last year (the quasi-conceptual "Thor Vs. The Beastwo...July 25, 2005
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Former CROWN 10 Guitarist/Vocalist To Record NEW DAY MILE EP
Former CROWN 10 guitarist and vocalist James Brady will be entering the studio at the end of July to record five tracks for an upcoming NEW DAY MILE EP, featuring Frank Dolan (who collaborated with ex-EXTREME/ANNIHILATOR drummer Mike Mangini to create online lessons for fellow drummers at www.rhythm...July 22, 2005
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HELMET: 'Smart' Video Posted Online
HELMET's video for the track "Smart" has been posted online at HelmetMusic.com. "Smart" comes off the group's latest CD, "Size Matters", which was released last October through Interscope Records. The CD was recorded by Ryan Boesch, Chris Holmes, and former NINE INCH NAILS keyboardist Charlie Clouse...July 21, 2005
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ACCEPT: More Tour Dates Announced
According to a posting on Joe Schlared's Accept Home Page with U.D.O., reunited German metal legends ACCEPT have announced the final two dates of their summer 2005 tour. They are as follows: Aug. 20 – Pratteln, SWI @ TBA Aug. 27 – Kavarna, BUL @ TBA ACCEPT's current touring lineup features original...July 17, 2005
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FIVE YEAR STARE: New Demo Songs Posted Online
FIVE YEAR STARE, the new band featuring former STEREOMUD guitarist John Fattoruso, ex-SCAR CULTURE bassist Frank Cannino, ex-CODED guitarist Joe Festa and drummer Glenn Moss, have posted two brand-new demo tracks — "My God" and "Liquify" — on their MySpace.com page. "We are very excited and nervous...July 17, 2005
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JASON BLACHOWICZ Announces New DIVINE EMPIRE Lineup
DIVINE EMPIRE bassist/vocalist Jason Blachowicz (ex-MALEVOLENT CREATION) has announced the addition of Marco Martell (guitar),David Kinkade (drums) (both from Chicago) and Frank Cusimano (guitar; from Pennsylvania) to the group's ranks. "All three guys have flown in this past weekend for the try ou...July 17, 2005
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VINNY APPICE's Wife Joins 'The Dio Message Board'
Justine Appice, wife of legendary drummer Vinny Appice (BLACK SABBATH, DIO),has been named "chief interviewer" for "The Dio Message Board". By using her knowledge and contacts in the industry acquired over the years, she has been able to secure some no-holds-barred interviews. Most recently she has...July 14, 2005
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Ex-STONE TEMPLE PILOTS Members To Join FILTER frontman RICHARD PATRICK?
According to a posting on the STONE TEMPLE PILOTS fan site Below Empty, the rumors of Robert and Dean DeLeo (both formerly of STONE TEMPLE PILOTS) joining FILTER frontman Richard Patrick have been gaining strength this week. Richard has been complimenting Dean's guitar playing in recent interviews,...July 13, 2005
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THE ORDER: Members Of PURE INC., GURD Launch New Project
THE ORDER, the Swiss side-project of PURE INC. singer Gianni Pontillo and ex-GURD guitarist Spring, have uploaded a song called "As One Tonight" at their official web site. "As One Tonight" was recorded in June 2005 by V.O. Pulver and Frank Winkelmann during the first session for the group's debut a...July 8, 2005
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ANTHRAX To Play Last Five Shows Of GIGANTOUR
ANTHRAX's reunited classic lineup of Joey Belladonna (vocals),Dan Spitz (guitar),Frank Bello (bass),Scott Ian (guitar) and Charlie Benante (drums) will be taking the place of DREAM THEATER on the Gigantour after the Toronto date and will be playing the last five shows of the tour. The following d...July 7, 2005
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SUFFOCATION To Film Long Island Show For Upcoming DVD
Reunited death metal legends SUFFOCATION will be filming their July 21 show at Club Loaded (at the Crazy Donkey) in Farmingdale, New York for an upcoming DVD. Also appearing on the bill will be CATACTROPHIC (featuring Trevor Peres from OBITUARY),TENSION, MORTICIAN, DESTROYED BY ANGER, STRAY FROM TH...July 4, 2005
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JUDAS PRIEST Frontman Says Rock Music Is About Shaking Things Up And Rattling Cages
TheNewsTribune.com recently conducted an interview with JUDAS PRIEST frontman Rob Halford. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Q: I think I read somewhere that you're living in the desert these days, in Arizona. Rob Halford: "I first went to Arizona in the late '70s when JUDAS PRIEST came out...June 30, 2005
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THOR To Tour In Support Of New Album, DVD
Smog Veil Records has announced U.S. and Canadian tour dates for THOR. The band will tour in support of the new album, entitled "Thor against the World", and retrospective DVD, entitled "An-THOR-logy", both set for release on July 12, 2005. Jon Mikl Thor — a rock music, film and bodybuilding legend...June 28, 2005
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BRET MICHAELS Attracts Added Attention For Film Role
Actor and producer Rikki Lee Travolta of the famous entertainment family was a key focal point in the VIP section of singer Bret Michaels' concert performance at famed Joe's Bar in Chicago on Saturday, June 25. Travolta previously appeared at Michaels' November Chicago concert date while scouting th...June 28, 2005
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