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DEEP PURPLE Producer Discusses The Making Of 'Bananas'

The Swedish Deep Purple Appreciation Society (DPAS) recently interviewed DEEP PURPLE producer Michael Bradford about his work on the band's latest CD, "Bananas". When asked about how the song "Walk On" came together, Bradford said, "I had actually written 'Walk On' some time ago, but I never had a u...
September 2, 2003
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THE QUILL To Issue Fourth Album In Late September

Sweden's THE QUILL, the band featuring current SPIRITUAL BEGGARS/ex-FIREBIRD bassist Roger Nilsson and ex-FIREBIRD drummer Jolle Atlagic, will release their fourth album, titled "Hooray! It's a Deathtrip", on September 22 through SPV/Steamhammer Records. A U.S. release through SPV is expected on Oct...
September 2, 2003
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ROGER MIRET & THE DISASTERS Drop Off EASTPAK RESISTANCE Tour

ROGER MIRET & THE DISASTERS have dropped off the Eastpak Resistance European tour due to the fact they'll be touring the U.S. with RANCID. SWORN ENEMY have been confirmed to replace them. Eastpak Resistance tour dates: Nov. 14 – Munich, GER @ Elser Halle Nov. 15 – Osnabruck, GER @ Dutehalle Nov....
September 1, 2003
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Report: Old Bands Draw New Generation To Concerts

David Hinckley of the New York Daily News reports that this summer's top concert performers include such veteran acts as KISS, IRON MAIDEN, METALLICA, and DEF LEPPARD. "While they can still draw 5,000-15,000 fans a night, that number includes more than the now-middle-aged fans who remember when musi...
August 25, 2003
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SLIPKNOT At' Freddy vs. Jason' Premiere In Los Angeles

SLIPKNOT attended the "Freddy vs. Jason" World Premiere at Cinerama Dome in Hollywood, California on Wednesday (August 13). Check put pictures from Wire Image (Arrivals, Red Carpet),Daily Celeb, and LFI. A previously unreleased SLIPKNOT track, "Snap", which was written and demoed in 1997 during the...
August 16, 2003
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GENE SIMMONS: In-Store Appearances Announced

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons will be making the following in-store appearances to promote his recently published Los Angeles Times best-seller "Sex Money Kiss": Saturday, August 16 – Detroit, Michigan 2:00 p.m. - Borders Books and Music 23000 Eureka Rd. Taylor, MI 48180 Friday, August 22 – Pit...
August 11, 2003
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SNAKE RIVER CONSPIRACY Completing Work On Sophomore Album

SNAKE RIVER CONSPIRACY, who recently replaced Bobby Hewitt (ex-ORGY) with original the group's drummer Neil Taylor, are currently recording their sophomore album, which they expect to complete by the end of the month. The band are still seeking a record deal following their split with Reprise Record...
August 7, 2003
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PITBULL DAYCARE Hard At Work On 'Unclean'

San Antonio, Texas-based PITBULL DAYCARE, featuring former NEUROTICA drummer Jason West, have entered A&M studios in Hollywood, California with producer Fred Coury (CINDERELLA) to record their new album, "Unclean", due in early 2004 through Cleopatra Records. "The basic tracks sound unbelievable...
August 6, 2003
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SLIPKNOT Singer Says 'A Lot Has Changed' With The Band Since 'Iowa'

SLIPKNOT have left their hometown of Des Moines, Iowa for Los Angeles, California to begin work on their long-awaited third full-length album, tentatively due in early 2004 through Roadrunner Records. Rick Rubin (SYSTEM OF A DOWN, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, SLAYER) is expected to produce the effort, the...
August 5, 2003
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Newspaper Report: Australian Singer Asked To Join QUEEN

Australian singer John Farnham has reportedly been asked to join rock legends QUEEN. The Daily Telegraph reported Farnham had been offered "the gig of a lifetime" — to follow in the footsteps of the late Freddie Mercury as QUEEN's lead singer. Farnham "blew away" the band after recording a new versi...
August 4, 2003
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UNSPOKEN Part Ways With Singer, Announce Replacement

Houston Texas-based "southern stoner metal band" UNSPOKEN have parted ways with former DIRT vocalist Travis Powers. "[Travis] has a new baby and is building a new home so he really didn't have time for this project," the group said in an official statement. "He is our bro and we wish him the best."...
July 31, 2003
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DEFTONES Cancel South Dakota Date

The DEFTONES were forced to cancel their previously announced club date at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in Rapid City, South Dakota on Tuesday (July 29) due to the groin pull suffered by singer Chino Moreno at a Saturday show in Chicago. People holding tickets to Tuesday's canceled performance ar...
July 30, 2003
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SNAKE RIVER CONSPIRACY: New Song Posted Online

SNAKE RIVER CONSPIRACY have posted a brand-new track called "Dying" in Real Audio format at this location. SNAKE RIVER CONSPIRACY, who recently replaced Bobby Hewitt (ex-ORGY) with original the group's drummer Neil Taylor, are still seeking a record deal following their split with Reprise Records in...
July 18, 2003
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JASON NEWSTED To Guest On GOV'T MULE CD/DVD

Former METALLICA and current OZZY OSBOURNE/VOIVOD bassist Jason Newsted is featured on the upcoming GOV'T MULE CD and DVD, titled "The Deepest End", chronicling a six-hour GOV'T MULE concert held May 3 in New Orleans. The guest-filled show stemmed from the two-volume album releases of the same name,...
July 17, 2003
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SLIPKNOT Guitarist Talks About The Songwriting Process For New Album

SLIPKNOT guitarist Jim Root spoke to View From The Pit last week about the songwriting process for the group's much-anticipated follow-up to 2001's "Iowa". "There's like 13 songs written right now, and so far it's, like, really heavy — a lot of blast beats," he revealed. "So far I think it's more li...
July 14, 2003