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FILTER Mainman Says Fans Will Be 'Stunned' By The Group's New Lineup

FILTER mainman Richard Patrick has commented on the reports that former FILTER members Geno Lenardo (guitar) and Frank Cavanagh (bass) have launched a new band with ex-ADEMA singer Marky Chavez. Writing to the Filter Discussion Group, Patrick said, "I've heard conflicting reports about this project,...

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ADEMA Respond To Former Singer MARKY CHAVEZ

ADEMA have responded to former singer Marky Chavez's claim that he left the group following an argument with the band's drummer over the direction of ADEMA's music. In a letter sent to the MarkyChavez.com fan site, Marky previously wrote, "When ADEMA signed a new deal with Earache Records, I was exc...

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Former ADEMA Frontman Joins Forces With FILTER Members In New Project

Former ADEMA vocalist Marky Chavez — half-brother of KORN frontman Jonathan Davis — has finally broken his silence regarding his departure from the group. In a letter sent to the MarkyChavez.com fan site, Marky writes, "When ADEMA signed a new deal with Earache Records, I was excited to try and reca...

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COLD: New Album To Be Mixed By BEN GROSSE

COLD have selected Ben Grosse (FILTER, FUEL, SEVENDUST, ALTER BRIDGE) to mix their new album, "The Calm That Killed a Storm", tentatively due in May via Atlantic Records. The band are currently recording the CD with producer Michael "Elvis" Baskette (CHEVELLE, IGGY POP). Songtitles set to appear on...

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DARK BLUE: Former SEVENDUST, SKRAPE, VIRGOS Members Sign With WARNER BROS. RECORDS

DARK BLUE, the new band featuring Brett Hestla (ex-CREED, VIRGOS MERLOT) on vocals, Will Hunt (ex-SKRAPE, TOMMY LEE) on drums, Clint Lowery (ex-SEVENDUST) on guitar, Clint's brother Corey Lowery (ex-STEREOMUD, STUCK MOJO) on bass, and Troy McLawhorn (ex-DOUBLE DRIVE) on guitar, have officially inked...

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'CMT Outlaws' Featuring JAMES HETFIELD To Be Promoted Using Interactive Urinal Communicator

To help create buzz for the "CMT Outlaws" concert special featuring an appearance by METALLICA frontman James Hetfield, CMT (Country Music Television) will target men at bathroom urinals in bars, concert venues, colleges and radio stations with the Wizmark — the world's first and only device of its...

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DAATH Seek New Drummer

Atlanta-based technical death metallers DAATH have launched a search for a new drummer. All applicants "must have extreme metal chops, be able to play to a click, and be able to play electronica type cymbal patterns as well as have good independence skills," the band write in a press release. Intere...

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It's Official: Guitarist WES BORLAND Is Back In LIMP BIZKIT

Following several months of rumors and speculations, LIMP BIZKIT have confirmed that they have reunited with guitarist Wes Borland. Pictures of Borland rehearsing with the band in the studio have been posted online at the group's official web site (click on each photo to see more pictures). Borland...

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Report: Security Snafus Plague LINKIN PARK's PROJEKT REVOLUTION Tour

Heather Whitney of The Flint Journal is reporting that when the Projekt Revolution tour arrived at the DTE Energy Music Theater in Clarkston, Michigan Monday night (July 26),concertgoers were barred from entrance until after the first band was supposed to go on stage, with no explanation or assista...

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DOHENY To Play 'Secret' Show At L.A.'s Viper Room

DOHENY, the California-based band formed by ex-THE CULT touring bassist Billy Morrison (on guitar) and former PITCHSHIFTER frontman Jon "J.S." Clayden, will once again be hitting the Sunset Strip at L.A.'s infamous Viper Room. Home to DOHENY's first-ever performance, The Viper Room is the host for D...

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5 BILLION DEAD Launch Debut EP

5 BILLION DEAD, the new American metal band featuring EQUINOX singer/bassist Matt Wagner and DNS singer/artist Strain, have just released their debut EP. The CD was produced and mixed by Jason Suecof at Audiohammer studios (TRIVIUM, ADRIFT, MONSTROSITY, CAPHARNAUM) in Sanford, FL and was mastered by...

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SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT To Sponsor OZZFEST For Fourth Year

Sony Computer Entertainment America will reunite with the long-running summer festival Ozzfest as a sponsor for a fourth year. As a veteran sponsor, Sony Computer Entertainment America is giving fans the chance to win tickets to witness the historic BLACK SABBATH and JUDAS PRIEST reunions along with...

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FILTER Frontman: Let's Take An Active Role In Being American

FILTER frontman Richard Patrick has posted the following message on the group's web site: "Hey everybody! I just saw the indie movie 'Control Room', which centers around Al Jazeera's coverage of the war in Iraq. One of the more fascinating parts of the movie occurs when an Arab TV producer says that...

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ALTER BRIDGE: First Single Available Online

"Open Your Eyes", the first single from ALTER BRIDGE, the band formed by CREED guitarist Mark Tremonti, CREED drummer Scott Phillips and exiled CREED bassist Brian Marshall, can currently be previewed in streaming audio at VH1.com. "Open Your Eyes" comes off ALTER BRIDGE's debut album, "One Day Rema...

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FILTER Mainman To Dedicate Next Album To Fallen Soldier

FILTER mainman Richard Patrick has posted the following message on the band's web site: "I was saddened to learn of the passing of Sgt. Justin Eyerly (photo) who was killed in action while serving his country in Iraq. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Although he was only 23 years ...