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Former DIO Guitarist To Issue Two-CD Set Of Covers
Former DIO guitarist Tracy G is currently working on a double-CD solo effort consisting of 90 minutes of cover songs by "a few of my favorite artists and bands that inspired me to play guitar," according to Tracy's latest newsletter. Among the artists whose songs are set to be included on the as-yet...July 1, 2002
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RONNIE JAMES DIO: OZZY Deserves Better Than His Portrayal In "THE OSBOURNES"
Former BLACK SABBATH frontman Ronnie James Dio does not appear to be amused by the portrayal of Ozzy Osbourne, his predecessor in the aforementioned band, in the hit MTV show The Osbournes. When asked by The Fox about Osbourne's TV series, Dio stated, "Well I see it in passing. As I channel surf I s...June 27, 2002
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XYZ Reunite, Ink Deal With MTM RECORDS
'80s melodic hard rockers XYZ have reformed and are currently working on a comeback album for MTM Records that will feature original members Terry Ilous on vocals, Paul Monroe on drums, Marc Diglio on guitars and new member/guitarist JK Northrup. ROUGH CUTT/ex-QUIET RIOT bassist Sean McNabb and form...June 26, 2002
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KORN's "Untouchables" Debuts At German #1!
Here is how the metal/hard rock genre fared in the German Media Control (Top 100) chart for the week ending June 24th (as reported by Rock Hard magazine): 01. KORN - Untouchables 08. MANOWAR - Warriors Of The World 19. BÖHSE ONKELZ - Dopamin 27. PUDDLE OF MUDD - Come Clean 28. P.O.D. - Satellite ...June 19, 2002
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Ex-DIO Guitarist, LYNCH MOB Vocalist To Issue Much-Pirated VIOLET'S DEMISE Album
Former LYNCH MOB frontman Oni Logan and ex-DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson will issue a newly-remastered version of the previously-unreleased debut album from the pair's ill-fated VIOLET'S DEMISE project along with two or three additional cuts that are not included on the widely-pirated CD. However, t...June 16, 2002
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Ex-DIO Guitarist And LYNCH MOB Frontman Rejoin Forces In VIOLET'S DEMISE
Former LYNCH MOB frontman Oni Logan and ex-DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson have revived their ill-fated VIOLET'S DEMISE project and are currently working on a three-song demo. It is presently unclear if plans exist for the band's original album to finally see the light of day or if a fresh collection...June 11, 2002
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Former YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Frontman To Perform Cover Gig
MASTERPLAN/ex-YNGWIE MALMSTEEN vocalist Jorn Lande will perform with PAGAN'S MIND at this year's 1001 Watt festival in Skien, Norway on Thursday, November 28th. They will reportedly play classic tunes by WHITESNAKE, DEEP PURPLE and DIO. More info can be obtained at www.1001watt.as. ...June 10, 2002
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RONNIE JAMES DIO, ROGER GLOVER To Guest On "The Allan Handelman Show"
DIO frontman Ronnie James Dio and DEEP PURPLE bassist Roger Glover will be the special guests on The Allan Handelman Show, which is scheduled to air tonight from 10:00 PM until 1:00 PM. For more information on how you can listen to the show live from the WRFX web site, click here. ...June 9, 2002
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DIO To Battle TENACIOUS D In New Video For "Push"
TENACIOUS D's Jack Black and Kyle Gass will appear in DIO's latest video, "Push", the first single off of the new album Killing The Dragon. This may sound like a strange pairing to some, but anyone that knows TENACIOUS D is aware of their respect for THE ROCK and appropriate Icons not to mention the...June 4, 2002
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DIO: "Killing The Dragon" First Week Numbers Released
DIO have reportedly shifted 5,722 copies of their latest effort, Killing The Dragon, in its first week of release, landing the album at position #199 on the Billboard 200 Pop Album chart. ...May 30, 2002
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RONNIE JAMES DIO: Tour With DEEP PURPLE And THE SCORPIONS Will Be Great
DIO mainman and namesake Ronnie James Dio is anxiously awaiting Friday's (May 31st) launch of his group's summer tour with DEEP PURPLE and THE SCORPIONS. "It's a great bill. It's a real classy bill--I think that's what I like about it the best. We wouldn't have taken unless we felt it was that. We'l...May 29, 2002
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Former DIO, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Members Team Up For JASON BECKER Tribute
Former DIO guitarist Tracy G, ex-YNGWIE MALMSTEEN drummer (Eclipse-era) Michael Von Knorring, bassist Gonzo and Italian vocalist Chris Heaven have teamed up to record a track called "Lady Luck" for the upcoming second JASON BECKER tribute album, due later in the year. ...May 24, 2002
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RONNIE JAMES DIO Speaks Out On "Widespread Abuse" Of "Devil's Horns" Hand Sign
Ronnie James Dio, the man widely credited for pioneering the "devil's horns" hand sign, recently spoke to Kerrang! about the "widespread abuse of his creation" amongst pop folk and people who flash the sign without knowing the meaning behind it. "It's all right as long as it's accepted for what it w...May 22, 2002
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Ex-FEAR FACTORY Drummer RAYMOND HERRERA: "DINO CAZARES Is Just A Bitter, Bitter, Fat Man"
In our exclusive interview with former FEAR FACTORY guitarist Dino Cazares, which was posted here last Monday, the axeman went to great lengths to paint the picture of a man who was as frustrated by his former bandmates' quest for mass commercial success as he was by their unwillingness to assume a...May 20, 2002
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DIO To Participate In America Online Chat
DIO mainman Ronnie James Dio will participate in a live chat hosted by America Online on Wednesday, May 22nd at 9:00 PM EST. Dio will be answering fans' questions about his May 21st release of Killing The Dragon on Spitfire Records as well as his upcoming tour with DEEP PURPLE and THE SCORPIONS. Tho...May 9, 2002
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