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Former SLAYER Drummer PAUL BOSTAPH Joins TESTAMENT
Former SLAYER/SYSTEMATIC drummer Paul Bostaph has officially joined TESTAMENT, informed sources have told BLABBERMOUTH.NET. The band, whose most recent drummer, Jon Allen (SADUS),reportedly left the group over an "extremely fragile and urgent family situation" involving the health of his 11-year-ol...February 15, 2004
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MORTAL SIN Singer: 'We Want To Get Australia On The Map In The World Of Metal'
MORTAL SIN frontman Mat Maurer has responded to the BLABBERMOUTH.NET bashers who have criticized the band's decision to reform for an upcoming album and tour. As previously reported, MORTAL SIN's 2004 lineup features original members Maurer, Wayne Campbell on drums, and Andy Eftichiou on bass, along...February 14, 2004
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MTV: SLIPKNOT To Headline OZZFEST's Second Stage
SLIPKNOT drummer Joey Jordison has confirmed to MTV.com that the Iowa-based nine-piece will headline the second stage of this summer's Ozzfest (as first reported here on Jan. 25). Jordison said he prefers the secondary platform over the main stage for one simple reason. "It has a pit," he said dryly...February 12, 2004
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BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION: In Writing Mode
BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION guitarist Tracii Guns recently spoke to RockConfidential.com about the songwriting process for the group's second album. "We've written almost 30 more songs and we've just completed six more," he said. "Out of those 30, there are 20 that are just barn-burners. They're insane. W...February 11, 2004
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Exclusive: NICK BARKER Discusses His Departure From DIMMU BORGIR
Former DIMMU BORGIR drummer Nick Barker has spoken exclusively to BLABBERMOUTH.NET about his surprising departure from the group. Barker, a former member of CRADLE OF FILTH, joined DIMMU BORGIR in 1999 as a replacement for original drummer Tjodalv (a.k.a. Kenneth Åkesson). He has since appeared on t...February 10, 2004
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FEAR FACTORY: Sneak Peek At 'Cyberwaste' Video
FEAR FACTORY have posted a "sneak peek" at their video for the track "Cyberwaste" at this location. The "Cyberwaste" video was shot Sunday (Feb. 8) "in a big derelict building that we found on the beach in Perth," Australia, according to singer Burton C. Bell. With regards to the lyrical content of...February 9, 2004
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CLIFF BURTON's Former Bandmate Sets Record Straight About 'Lost' Video
A former bandmate of late METALLICA bassist Cliff Burton has contacted BLABBERMOUTH.NET to set the record straight about a rare video of Burton performing with his pre-METALLICA band TRAUMA that was recently made available online. The video, which captures a performance that was said to have been re...February 9, 2004
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EVAN SEINFELD/TERA PATRICK Explicit Sex Videos Posted Online
Looks like BIOHAZARD bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld has wasted no time taking the plunge into porn, as originally reported here last month. Tera Patrick's (Seinfeld's porn star wife) official web site, OfficialTeraPatrick.com, is currently hosting explicit videos of the couple engaging in various se...February 7, 2004
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UPDATED: SLIPKNOT, FEAR FACTORY, CHIMAIRA To Team Up For JÄGERMEISTER MUSIC TOUR
It's official: SLIPKNOT will top the bill for the fourth installment of the Jägermeister Music Tour, beginning March 30 in Orlando, Florida, a Roadrunner Records spokesperson has confirmed to MTV.com. FEAR FACTORY and CHIMAIRA are also onboard for the five-week trek (as first reported here yesterday...February 6, 2004
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WEHRWOLFE Confirm Singer's Departure: 'Our Weakest Link Has Been Eliminated'
Charlotte, North Carolina-based death metallers WEHRWOLFE have issued the following statement regarding the recent departure of vocalist Nathan Ellis (who has since joined DAYLIGHT DIES): "We apologize sincerely for the delayed updates, but we have been contending with issues that we can not tolerat...February 5, 2004
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FEAR FACTORY Added To SLIPKNOT Tour?
According to Clear Channel Entertainment (web site),FEAR FACTORY has been added to the forthcoming SLIPKNOT-headlined "Jagermeister" tour beginning in late March. It is not presently clear how many of the shows will feature FEAR FACTORY or which additional acts will provide support on the trek. Con...February 5, 2004
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ROB ZOMBIE Attends 'Miracle' Premiere
Rob Zombie and wife Sheri Moon were on hand for the premiere of Disney's "Miracle" at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, Calfornia on Monday (February 2). Check out pictures from Daily Celeb, Star File, Globe Photos, Rex Features, LFI, and Wire Image (February 5, 2004
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MIKE CHLASCIAK: 'HALFORD Has Not Broken Up'
Former HALFORD guitarist "Metal" Mike Chlasciak recently gave an interview to HeavyMetalRadio.net in which he spoke about the possibility of another HALFORD album coming out and his plans for his current project, PAINMUSEUM. Asked to clarify the future of the HALFORD band, Mike said, "I think its sa...February 4, 2004
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PEGAZUS: In Writing Mode
Australia's PEGAZUS have posted the following message on their official web site: "Hail PEGAZUS Warriors, "We hope you all had a great New Year! The band has recently played some live shows at the HeadBangers Ball 3 Festival. PEGAZUS will now be taking a break from the live playing scene for the nex...February 4, 2004
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PRIMAL FEAR Comment On European Tour Postponement, Confirm WACKEN Appearance
German power metallers PRIMAL FEAR, who were scheduled to support ICED EARTH on a European tour beginning next month, have issued the following statement regarding the tour's postponement: "Life could be tough, but this situation is not funny. Health has first priority and [ICED EARTH guitarist] Jon...February 4, 2004