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Vintage SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, BLACK FLAG Footage Featured In 'American Hardcore' Documentary
Greg Prato of Billboard.com is reporting that a new documentary focusing on the punk rock and hardcore scenes of the early '80s, entitled "American Hardcore: The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986", will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival at the end of the month. The 90-minute film features...January 6, 2006
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OPETH, DARK TRANQUILLITY, THE DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND: More Tour Dates Announced
Sweden's OPETH will be etaming up with fellow Swedes DARK TRANQUILLITY and Canada's THE DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND for a North American tour beginning in mid-February. Confirmed dates so far include: Feb. 15 - Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre Feb. 16 - Norfolk, VA @ The Norva Feb. 17 - Towson, MD @ Recher The...January 6, 2006
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SHADOWS FALL Announce Headlining Shows; Prepare To Attend NAMM
SHADOWS FALL have lined up a string of headlining shows in March with AGNOSTIC FRONT, STILL REMAINS and BYZANTINE in the support slots. Look for the band to possibly debut some of their highly-anticipated new material at these shows. Also, be sure to check out their latest DVD, entitled "The Art of...January 6, 2006
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HARDCORE SUPERSTAR: Gothenburg Show To Be Filmed For Upcoming DVD
Swedish sleaze rockers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR will play two shows at Sticky Fingers in Gothenburg, Sweden on March 25. The first performance, which will have no age limit, will be filmed for the band's upcoming DVD. As previously reported, HARDCORE SUPERSTAR's video for their new single, "We Don't Celeb...January 6, 2006
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Malaysian Fans Defend Black Metal
Clara Chooi of Malaysia's The Star Online has issued the following report: Black Metal musicians and fans defended themselves following the recent crackdown on them. They said the music first hit Malaysia in the 1980s and questioned the authorities' sudden clampdown. Arguing that a black metal follo...January 4, 2006
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DISCIPLINE To Begin Work On Covers Album
Dutch hardcore troupe DISCIPLINE will enter the studio soon to begin work on an album of covers. "The boys will choose 12 of their favorite tunes and essential influences to record later this year," reads a posting on the group's web site. "Release of the album is set for the end of 2006." In other...January 4, 2006
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CRYPTOPSY Drummer To Perform At NAMM Show
CRYPTOPSY drummer Flo Mounier will be performing at the NAMM show 2006 in California on January 22 at 11:00 a.m. This performance will take place at the Pearl booth at Anaheim Convention Center. As previously reported. CRYPTOPSY will be showcasing during the Canadian Music Week Festival (CMW) on Sat...January 4, 2006
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FEAR FACTORY Drummer: 'CHRISTIAN Is A Better Guitarist Than DINO Ever Was'
Blasting-Zone.com recently conducted an in-depth interview with FEAR FACTORY drummer Raymond Herrera. Several excerpts follow: Blasting-Zone.com: Overall, how would you describe your experiences with Giganatour? Raymond: "It was killer, man. It was actually a really fun tour. We didn't really know w...January 2, 2006
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CONTRA Seek New Bassist
Ventura, California metal/hardcore act CONTRA are currently seeking a new full-time bassist. Interested parties must satisfy the following criteria: * Must be a bass player. Says the group: "None of this 'I play guitar but I can play bass in your band.' Believe it or not there is a difference betwee...January 2, 2006
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Before the Devil
It is not a good thing when I am dissecting the songs on a hardcore album to find anything that may make the music stand apart from the pack. The first reaction should always approximate "holy shit!" When it doesn't, you've got problems. It's not that BLACK MY HEART's "Before the Devil" is a bad ...January 2, 2006
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DARK TRANQUILLITY, THE DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND To Open For OPETH On North American Tour
Sweden's DARK TRANQUILLITY and Canada's THE DEVIN TOWNSEND BAND have been confirmed as the opening acts for OPETH on their upcoming North American tour beginning in mid-February. Dates so far include: Feb. 15 - Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre Feb. 16 - Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa Feb. 17 - Towson, MD @ Re...January 1, 2006
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Seattle's MIDNIGHT IDÖLS Get Back To Their Metal Roots
Seattle-based NWOBHM-influenced band the MIDNIGHT IDÖLS have just released their self-produced debut album "We Rule The Night", on their own label. The group started with ex-members of Seattle hardcore bands such as OFFICER DOWN, LAST GASP, and the VACCINES getting back to their metal roots. The res...January 1, 2006
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Guitarist ALEX GROSSI To Perform With JIZZY PEARL, CHUCK WRIGHT At NAMM
Guitarist Alex Grossi (ex-QUIET RIOT, BEAUTIFUL CREATURES) will be performing with Jizzy Pearl (RATT, LOVE/HATE),Chuck Wright (ALICE COOPER, HOUSE OF LORDS) and Troy Patrick Farrell (TRAMP'S WHITE LION) at Paul Reed Smith Guitars' NAMM 2006 party, to be held on January 20 at The Grove in Anaheim, C...January 1, 2006
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Belgium's BLOODSHOT Sign With SCARLET RECORDS
Belgian hardcore metallers BLOODSHOT have inked a deal with Italy's Scarlet Records. The group's debut album was released in 2002 on the Finnish label Cartel Records and and was supported by gigs with such well-known acts as SIX FEET UNDER, STAMPIN’ GROUND and HEAVEN SHALL BURN, among others. BLOODS...December 30, 2005
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YOUR EYES MY DREAMS: Spreading The Word Of Christ While Playing Music They Love
Dover, Delaware-based Christian hardcore/metal band YOUR EYES MY DREAMS have signed a deal with Indianola Records. The band are currently recording their debut record with CENTURY's Carson Slovak at Aurora Studios. The 11-track effort, entitled "Weapons are Useless", is due out May 23, 2006. Accordi...December 27, 2005
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