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IRON MAIDEN: The Origin Of EDDIE

The image that was supposedly the one that inspired artist Derek Riggs to draw IRON MAIDEN's mascot Eddie has been posted online at the MAIDEN fan site MaidenNorway.com. The image in question purportedly represents either a Vietnamese head on an American tank, or an American head on a Vietnamese tan...

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EDDIE VAN HALEN: The Ball Is In DAVE LEE ROTH's Court

Eddie Van Halen spoke to Guitar World magazine about the current status of VAN HALEN following the departures of vocalist Sammy Hagar and bassist Michael Anthony. Rumors continue to swirl that original singer David Lee Roth, who was replaced by Hagar in the mid-1980s, will return to the fold, despit...

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Photos From SLIPPED DISC In-Store Archives Posted Online

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 gallery of Slipped Disc Records "in-store" archives, featuring photos of such artists as MEGADETH, SLAYER,...

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SODOM Discusses Thrash Metal: 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 German thrashers SODOM talking about thrash metal and punk rock. Check it out at this...

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'Classic Guitar Legends' Photographs By ROSS HALFIN

Cult Art has announced plans to release a collection of legendary rock photographer Ross Halfin's classic rock photographs on canvas. The collection, which includes such legends as Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, Angus Young, Ritchie Blackmore, Steve Clark and Michael Schenker, is available as a box...

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CANDIRIA: New Album 'On Hold'

CANDIRIA guitarist John Lamacchia has issued the following update: "If you are not already aware, Ken Schalk has left the band. It's heart-breaking, I know, but he needed to explore new things. So Ken, we wish you all the best. "The new album, 'Kiss the Lie', is now on hold because of the lack of .....

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Ex-VAN HALEN Bassist To Take Part In Glendora's VILLAGE ART WALK

Former VAN HALEN bassist Michael Anthony's web site has been updated with the following message: "The city of Glendora is holdilng their annual Village Art Walk to promote an interest in and appreciation of the arts. Michael is taking part in the festivities and will have a collection of his basses...

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Ex-MARDUK Vocalist LEGION Issues Update On ELIZIUM Project

Former MARDUK vocalist Legion (a.k.a. Erik Hagsted) has issued the following update on his ELIZIUM project (formerly REBELANGELS): "We have written a shitload of new material that we are currently rehearsing and honing. Once we put down our flag with a first album we wanna make it stick! It's been s...

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Want To Shred Like YNGWIE? Study The Science Of Speedy Picking

Chris Harris of MTV.com reports: A few years ago, when Troy Grady's relationship with his longtime girlfriend ended, he decided to start his own band — thinking, of course, that it would be an excellent way to pick up girls. But it had been years since he had even touched a guitar, having ...

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Ex-VAN HALEN Bassist MICHAEL ANTHONY: 'I Don't Know Exactly What The Next Year Will Bring'

Former VAN HALEN bassist Michael Anthony has posted the following message on his official web site: Well, the holidays are already here and it seems like this year just flew by! "First of all, I would like to say, 'Thank You' to everyone who came out and suported us on tour this past summer. You ...

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ROB HALFORD, ROBERT PLANT, BON SCOTT, OZZY Are Among 'Heavy Metal's All-Time Top 100 Vocalists'

Rob Halford (JUDAS PRIEST),Robert Plant (LED ZEPPELIN) and Ronnie James Dio (DIO, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW) are among the singers who appear on Hit Parader magazine's (cover) list of "Heavy Metal's All-Time Top 100 Vocalists" (published in the November 2006 issue). Commented the editors of the magazi...

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GUNS N' ROSES' 'Chinese Democracy' In 2006: What Are The Odds?

MTV.com reports: Back in October, GUNS N' ROSES' management issued a press statement addressing the release of the band's oft-delayed, $15-million, dozen-years-in-the-making album, "Chinese Democracy". It said: "The only comment at this time is that there are 13 Tuesdays left between now and the end...

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BLACK SABBATH's 'The Dio Years' Release Will Be A Single-Disc Collection

HEAVEN AND HELL — the new band featuring legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW) alongside original BLACK SABBATH members Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler, plus new addition Vinny Appice (DIO, BLACK SABBATH) — was interviewed earlier in the week in England by VH1 Clas...

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Drummer BRIAN TICHY Comments On EDDIE VAN HALEN Jam

Drummer Brian Tichy (BILLY IDOL, SLASH'S SNAKEPIT, GILBY CLARKE, PRIDE & GLORY) performed with Eddie Van Halen in late September for the launch of a porn movie called "Sacred Sin", for which Eddie recorded two songs. Dubbed "The Gathering", the private, invitation-only bash took place on Septemb...

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TWISTED SISTER's OJEDA, SNIDER Cover THE BEATLES: Video Available

TWISTED SISTER guitarist Eddie Ojeda's video for his cover of the BEATLES classic "Eleanor Rigby" has been posted online at YouTube.com. The clip, which was shot on May 4, 2006, also features an appearance by TWISTED frontman Dee Snider, since he was responsible for laying down the lead vocal tracks...