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'American Hair Metal' Visual Tribute To '80s Glam Rock Glory Out Now
Feral House has just published "American Hair Metal", described by the publisher as author Steven Blush's "extravagantly visual tribute to the spandex, rouge and eyeliner days of '80s glam rock glory." According to the Feral House web site, the book celebrates this orgy of flamboyance, androgyny and...November 11, 2006
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OVERKILL Frontman Talks About Having A Stroke: Video Available
The makers of "Get Thrashed: The Story of Thrash Metal", the much-anticipated documentary profiling the thrash metal scene of the early Eighties and its impact on the music scene, have posted a video clip featuring Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth from OVERKILL talking about having a stroke. Check it out at...November 8, 2006
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VAN HALEN To Tour Next Summer
G4's TheFeed reports that Eddie Van Halen's spokesperson Janie Liszewski has revealed that VAN HALEN is currently writing and rehearsing for a summer 2007 tour. In addition, Liszewski has confirmed that Eddie's son Wolfgang has officially been named the new bassist in the band. "Yes, I can confirm t...November 6, 2006
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QUIET RIOT Frontman: 'The '80s Were Fun, But I Don't Live There Anymore'
Blasting-Zone.com recently conducted an in-depth interview with QUIET RIOT vocalist Kevin DuBrow. Several excerpts follow: Blasting-Zone.com: What can you tell us about the new album? Kevin DuBrow: "Well, it's obviously different from any previous QUIET RIOT release. And that was intentional. Franki...November 3, 2006
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ALICE COOPER Is The Top Classic Rock Golfer In New Survey
Launch Radio Networks reports: Alice Cooper has been named the top classic rock golfer in a new survey in Golf Digest. The magazine ranked the musicians who are the best players, and Cooper came in at No. 11 on the list, in a tie with British singer-songwriter Lloyd Cole. YES drummer Alan White scor...November 3, 2006
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IRON MAIDEN Splits With SANCTUARY ARTIST MANAGEMENT
The Sanctuary Group PLC has announced that IRON MAIDEN has not renewed its management agreement with the company. Rod Smallwood, who co-founded Sanctuary in the late '70s, discovered IRON MAIDEN in 1979 and managed them ever since, will also leave Sanctuary simultaneously and will continue to manage...November 3, 2006
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EDDIE VAN HALEN's Son WOLFGANG Named New VAN HALEN Bassist
TMZ.com reports that VAN HALEN has officially hired 15-year-old Wolfgang Van Halen — the son of guitarist Eddie Van Halen and estranged wife Valerie Bertinelli, and nephew of drummer Alex Van Halen — as the new bassist for the band. Wolfgang replaces longtime bassist Michael Anthony, who left the ba...November 2, 2006
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SKID ROW Jams With MIKE PIAZZA At NYC's Hard Rock: Video Available
A video clip of SKID ROW performing their classic track "Youth Gone Wild" — featuring a special guest appearance on guitar by Major League Baseball catcher Mike Piazza — during a free show at the Times Square Hard Rock Cafe on Sunday, October 29 has been posted online at the band's MySpace page ...October 31, 2006
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SKID ROW Joined By MIKE PIAZZA At New York City Gig
According to KNAC.COM, Major League Baseball catcher Mike Piazza joined SKID ROW on stage during a free show at the Times Square Hard Rock Cafe on Sunday, October 29. The show was hosted by Eddie Trunk, who organizes annual Halloween rock shows in New York. Before the Skids hit the stage, a costume...October 31, 2006
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THE ACCUSED Unveils 'Martha Splatterhead' Mascot: Video Available
Seattle's reigning kings of "splatter rock" THE ACCUSED debuted their long-time mascot "Martha Splatterhead" live, on stage during their performance Saturday, October 28 in Seattle, Washington at Studio Seven. Watch a video clip at this location. Until now, Martha Splatterhead was merely a ficticiou...October 31, 2006
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JUDAS PRIEST: Interview With ROB HALFORD To Air This Thursday
Norway's Metal Express Radio will air a special interview with JUDAS PRIEST frontman Rob Halford this Thursday, November 2 at 15:00 and 21:00 CET (9 a.m. and 3 p.m. EST). Halford will talk about his new label, Metal God Entertainment (MGE),and the progress of the recording sessions for the upcoming...October 30, 2006
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Drummer PATRICK JOHANSSON: 'YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Is One Of The Nicest Guys In The World'
Dave's On Tour recently conducted an interview with YNGWIE MALMSTEEN drummer Patrick Johansson. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Dave's On Tour: A couple of Malmsteen fans whom I spoke with commented that Yngwie gets better every time they see him. Look back to the first time you played wi...October 30, 2006
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SKID ROW: New RACHEL BOLAN Audio Interview Available
In a recent interview with "The Hairball John Radio Show", SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan discussed the band's latest release, "Revolutions Per Minute", and the "f*ck-it" attitude the band took during the writing and recording process. Bolan also spoke openly about reuniting with producer Michael Wag...October 29, 2006
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DIAMOND HEAD: New Album Title Revealed
NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) legends DIAMOND HEAD, one of the most influential British rock bands of the past 25 years, are making excellent progress in recording what could prove to be their best album ever. With a working title of "What's In Your Head?", the new CD is shaping up to be...October 29, 2006
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VAN HALEN Nominated For ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction
VAN HALEN has been nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007, along with eight other acts, according to The Plain Dealer. This is the first nomination for VAN HALEN, although the group has been eligible for at least the past three years. R.E.M. and the RONETTES are the othe...October 28, 2006
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