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CRIMSON GLORY Guitarist Says MIDNIGHT Was 'An Eccentric Artist'
Mark Morton of Examiner.com conducted an interview with CRIMSON GLORY guitarist Jon Drenning about the passing of former CG frontman Midnight (real name: John Patrick McDonald Jr.). A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Examiner.com: I know Midnight and the band have had differences over...July 10, 2009
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Former ANTHRAX Guitarist DAN SPITZ Joins TheLiveLine
Former ANTHRAX guitarist Dan Spitz can now be reached via TheLiveLine, a service launched by MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine that enables musicians to connect to their audience over the phone. Get updates on Spitz and leave messages for Dan by calling (888) 644-7438. For more information, click here....July 10, 2009
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JON OLIVA: 'I Am Filled With Sadness After Learning Of MIDNIGHT's Death'
BLABBERMOUTH.NET has received the following message from SAVATAGE/JON OLIVA's PAIN mastermind Jon Oliva regarding the passing of former CRIMSON GLORY frontman Midnight (John Patrick McDonald, Jr.): "I am filled with sadness after learning of Mid's death. He was truly one of the most unique, heart-me...July 9, 2009
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W.A.S.P.: Munich Footage Available
Video footage of W.A.S.P.'s July 8, 2009 concert in Munich, Germany can be viewed below (courtesy of "eblinternational"). W.A.S.P. last year completed the European and North American legs of "The Crimson Idol Tour", which kicked off on October 26, 2007 in Thessaloniki, Greece. The band performed the...July 9, 2009
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CANDLEMASS And TROUBLE To Join Forces For Swedish Tour
Doom metal legends CANDLEMASS and TROUBLE will join forces for a short Swedish tour in September. The dates are as follows: Sep. 26 - Malmö, SWE @ KB Sep. 27 - Gothenburg, SWE @ Trädgårn Sep. 28 - Stockholm, SWE @ Debaser Medis "Death Magic Doom", the new album from CANDLEMASS, debuted at No. 79 ...July 9, 2009
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Memorial Service For Former CRIMSON GLORY Singer Announced; Bandmembers Pay Tribute
A memorial service for former CRIMSON GLORY frontman Midnight (John Patrick McDonald, Jr.) will be held on Saturday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Siesta Key public beach (just south of main pavillion) in Florida. This celebration of Midnight's life will be open to all who wish to attend. CRIMSON GLORY ba...July 9, 2009
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RHINOCEROS Signs With EULOGY RECORDINGS
Eulogy Recordings has announced the signing of Buffalo's straight-edge monster RHINOCEROS. The band will enter the studio in September to begin recording its new album for an early 2010 release. Vocalist Joe Riverside commented: "I have personally been a fan of Eulogy and a lot of Eulogy releases fo...July 8, 2009
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NIGHTMARE Bassist Pays Tribute To Fallen CRIMSON GLORY Singer
Bassist Yves Campion from French power metallers NIGHTMARE has issued the following statement regarding the passing of former CRIMSON GLORY frontman Midnight: "On this day of July 8th 2009, I have lost a brother, a genius, a wizard, an incredible mystical voice... I have been so much inspired by him...July 8, 2009
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RAVAGE: New Album Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
Boston, Massachusetts metallers RAVAGE will release their new album, "The End of Tomorrow", on August 18 via Metal Blade Records. The CD will feature cover art by Ed Repka (MEGADETH, DEATH, AUSTRIAN DEATH MACHINE). "The End of Tomorrow" track listing: 01. The Halls of Madness 02. Reign Fall 03. Free...July 8, 2009
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KEEP IT TRUE Festival Organizer Comments On MIDNIGHT's Passing
Oliver Weinsheimer, organizer of Germany's Keep It True festival, has issued the following statement regarding the passing of former CRIMSON GLORY frontman Midnight: "I was deeply shocked this morning when I read the news, that former CRIMSON GLORY singer Midnight has died at the age of 47. He was o...July 8, 2009
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DANKO JONES: 'Never Too Loud' To Be Released In U.S. With Bonus Tracks
Canadian rockers DANKO JONES are ready to invade the U.S. with the release of "Never Too Loud", their brand new studio album, out September 8 via Bad Taste Records/Caroline. Hailing from Toronto, the group — Danko Jones (lead vocals/guitars),John Calabrese (bass),Dan Cornelius (drums) — teamed wit...July 8, 2009
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BLACK SABBATH Drummer Comments On MICHAEL JACKSON's Passing
Legendary BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward has released the following statement regarding the passing of the "king of pop," Michael Jackson: "In contemplation over these past few days since the tragic news of Michael Jackson's death, I have reflected on other occasions when some of my heroes have die...July 8, 2009
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Former CRIMSON GLORY Singer MIDNIGHT Dead At 47
BLABBERMOUTH.NET has learned that former CRIMSON GLORY frontman Midnight (real name: John Patrick Jr. McDonald) passed away earlier today (Wednesday, July 8) from "total kidney and liver failure." He was 47 years old. According to JON OLIVA'S PAIN guitarist Matt LaPorte, who played on some of Midnig...July 8, 2009
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SLAYER Guitarist KERRY KING: In Memory Of DIMEBAG
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King, a close friend of the late "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott (PANTERA, DAMAGELAN),had the legendary axeman's guitar in the studio during the recording process for SLAYER's new album, "World Painted Blood" (although he didn't use it it during the sessions),still with the same st...July 7, 2009
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KERRY KING Signature Guitar Sweepstakes Announced
EMG is hosting a sweepstakes where one lucky winner will receive an autographed Kerry King signature model B.C. Rich Flying V along with a SLAYER early catalog reissue vinyl set from Metal Blade Records. Five second-prize winners will receive an EMG KFK signature set, and 20 third-prize winners will...July 7, 2009
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