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DEF LEPPARD Guitarist To Release Solo Album
Launch Radio Networks reports: DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell will release his first solo album, "Two Sides of If", on September 6. Campbell will be joined on the blues-oriented album by ZZ TOP's Billy Gibbons, singer Joan Osbourne, and former FRANK ZAPPA and MISSING PERSONS drummer Terry Boz...July 25, 2005
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Thor Against the World
One of those legendary 1980s types that no one you know actually seems to have ever have heard of, Jon Mikl Thor is some sort of Canadian bodybuilding heavy metal movie star. He's been working on a comeback for a few years now, releasing an album last year (the quasi-conceptual "Thor Vs. The Beastwo...July 25, 2005
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Guitarist ROWAN ROBERTSON Discusses His Time With DIO
The Dio Message Board recently conducted an interview with former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson. A few excerpts from the interview follow: The Dio Message Board: Is it true you almost replaced Craig [Goldy] after September 11th and have you talked to Ronnie recently? Rowan Robertson: "No, it's not t...July 23, 2005
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ALIEN: 'Dark Eyes' Details Revealed
Frontiers Records has announced the details surrounding the highly anticipated comeback of Swedish AOR masters ALIEN. Their long-overdue new album, "Dark Eyes", will be released on Frontiers Records in Europe on October 24, 2005 with a Japanese release to happen on Marquee/Avalon. "Dark Eyes" track...July 22, 2005
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CELTIC FROST: Preparing To Record New Album
CELTIC FROST frontman Tom Gabriel Fischer has posted the following message on his official blog: "Yes, I know, we're only making an album. It's not an earth-shattering event, and we never claimed it was (although, yes, this blog is quite pretentious at times). Nor will most people on this planet car...July 22, 2005
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CELTIC FROST Frontman To Write Monthly Column For Swiss Magazine
According to a posting on CELTIC FROST frontman Tom Gabriel Fischer's official blog, Fischer has been asked to write a monthly column about CELTIC FROST for Swiss music/lifestyle magazine Rockstar. FROST bassist Martin Ain is already a contributor. As BLABBERMOUTH.NET first reported on June 16, CELT...July 21, 2005
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MUDVAYNE Schedule 'Rockline' Appearance
MUDVAYNE will be the featured guests on the nationally syndicated radio show "Rockline" airing Monday, August 22. The live show begins at 8:30 p.m. PT / 11:30 p.m. ET, and fans are encouraged to call in with questions during the program at (800) 344-ROCK (7625). To find a station near you, check out...July 21, 2005
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UNEARTH Frontman: MEGADETH's New Lineup Is 'A Total Horseshit Joke'
Abrasive Rock recently conducted an interview with UNEARTH frontman Trevor Phipps. An excerpt from the chat follows: Abrasive Rock: With all the reunion shows going on right now is there one that really excites you? Trevor Phipps: "I'd love to see TESTAMENT. I guess they're back together with Alex S...July 21, 2005
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ILL NINO To Work With Director DALE 'RAGE' RESTEGHINI
ILL NINO have selected Dale "Rage" Resteghini (MUDVAYNE, SHADOWS FALL, FEAR FACTORY, HATEBREED) to film the video for their new single, "What You Deserve". The clip will reportedly follow a kid who represents "bad karma" throughout a day in his life as he "gets over" on people, ultimately bringing t...July 21, 2005
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CELTIC FROST: Forging Friendships That Defy Any Description
CELTIC FROST frontman Tom Gabriel Fischer has posted the following message on his official blog: "What a most peculiar few days, the culmination of which was a shared meal last night at a very exceptional and yet equally peculiar restaurant to celebrate the birthdays of Martin [Ain, bass] and me whi...July 20, 2005
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NEVERMORE Guitarist: ANNIHILATOR's WATERS Needs To Be Punched In The Mouth
Metal Sludge recently conducted an interview with NEVERMORE guitarist Jeff Loomis as part of their regularly weekly "20 Questions With…" feature. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Metal Sludge: What single rock star really needs to be punched in the mouth? Jeff Loomis: "(laughing) Let me th...July 19, 2005
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SENTENCED Guitarist Discusses Group's Split, Future Plans
On Track Magazine recently conducted an interview with SENTENCED guitarist Sami Lopakka. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: On Track Magazine: When last we spoke we discussed the melancholy themes behind the band's music which are directly related to the conditions in which you live in your...July 19, 2005
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CELTIC FROST: Finalizing The Infrastructure Around New Album
CELTIC FROST frontman Tom Gabriel Fischer has posted the following message on his official blog: "As we approach the final, very intense stretch on the path to completion of this album, there are the CELTIC FROST-typical numerous and very vocal ponderings which center around assessments of music and...July 18, 2005
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The Essential Iron Maiden
Another greatest hits review, another chance for us all to squabble endlessly over inclusions and deletions, the need for yet another collection (I seem to recall reviewing "Edward the Great" less than two years ago),or where in the metal hierarchy IRON MAIDEN sits in relation to PRIEST, SABBATH, a...July 17, 2005
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PETER TÄGTGREN Talks About Producing New CELTIC FROST Album
Denmark's Antenna webzine recently conducted an interview with Swedish producer/musician Peter Tägtgren (HYPOCRISY, PAIN). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Antenna: Some magazines have referred to you as a workaholic, and it seems to be the truth, but is that the real picture of the one an...July 17, 2005
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