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DEW-SCENTED: New Album Title Revealed
German thrashers DEW-SCENTED have set "Invocation" as the title of their new album, tentatively due in May in Europe via Metal Blade Records. The band entered Soundlodge Studios in Northern Germany this past Monday (February 1) with producer Jörg Uken (GOD DETHRONED, SINISTER) to begin recording the...February 5, 2010
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OUTLOUD: 'Tonite' Video Available
"Tonite", the new video from OUTLOUD — the brand new hard rock band featuring Chandler Mogel (TALON) on vocals, Bob Katsionis (FIREWIND) on guitar and keyboards, Mark Cross (FIREWIND, HELLOWEEN, KINGDOM COME) on drums, Tony Kash on guitar and Sverd on bass — can be viewed below. The clip was directe...February 4, 2010
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FIREWIND: Mexican Dates Cancelled
Greek melodic metal act FIREWIND, which features in its ranks current OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist Gus G., has cancelled its previously announced Mexican shows. The band states, "FIREWIND would like to express their disappointment at not being able to meet their Mexican fans, and to play for them in Febr...January 27, 2010
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DEW-SCENTED Signs European Deal With METAL BLADE RECORDS
German thrashers DEW-SCENTED have inked a European deal with Metal Blade Records. The band will enter Soundlodge Studios in Northern Germany in February with producer Jörg Uken (GOD DETHRONED, SINISTER) to begin recording its new album for a May release. Commented the band: "We have known the Europe...January 26, 2010
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DREAM EVIL: Another New Song Available For Streaming
A new DREAM EVIL song entitled "Immortal" is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. The track comes off the Swedish metallers' new studio album, entitled "In The Night", which is being released via Century Media Records on the following dates: Sweden: January 20 Germany, Austria, Switze...January 25, 2010
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In the Night
In that place where power metal, traditional metal, and even melodic hard rock overlap (spare me the surgical classification),bands like FIREWIND, EDGUY, and DREAM EVIL all share an affinity for conventional song structuring, big ass riffs, and even bigger, fist-pumping choruses that glom on to the...January 23, 2010
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GUS DRAX: Two Songs From Solo Album Posted Online
22-year-old Greek guitarist Gus Drax (BIOMECHANICAL, PARADOX) has posted two songs — "Kiss Of Life" and "In Loving Memory" — from his upcoming solo album, "In Search Of Perfection". The CD will feature guest appearances by keyboardist/guitarist Bob Katsionis (FIREWIND, OUTLOUD) and Steve Smyth (FORB...January 22, 2010
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FIREWIND/OZZY OSBOURNE Guitarist GUS G. Visits SEYMOUR DUNCAN; Video Available
Greek guitarist Gus G. (FIREWIND, OZZY OSBOURNE) recently paid a visit to the Seymour Duncan factory. Video footage of his visit — which includes a question-and-answer session with the axeman — can be viewed below. Seymour Duncan is a leading manufacturer of guitar pickups and effect pedals. Gus rec...January 21, 2010
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FIREWIND Parts Ways With Drummer
Greek melodic metal act FIREWIND, which features in its ranks current OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist Gus G., has parted ways with drummer Mark Cross (ex-HELLOWEEN, METALIUM) due to personal differences. The band states, "We thank Mark for his work and contribution to FIREWIND and wish him good luck in the...January 12, 2010
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DREAM EVIL: New Song Available For Streaming
Swedish metallers DREAM EVIL will release their new studio album, entitled "In The Night", via Century Media Records on the following dates: Sweden: January 20 Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy: January 22 North America, Spain: January 26 Finland, Hungary: January 27 U.K.: February 1 Benelux, Fra...January 6, 2010
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HEAVENWOOD: Pre-Production Version Of New Song Available For Streaming
Portuguese metallers HEAVENWOOD are streaming a demo/pre-production version of a new song, "Fading Sun", on their MySpace page. The track will appear on the band's as-yet-untitled fourth studio album, which will feature contributions from Russian symphonic classical composer Dominic G. Joutsen. Othe...January 6, 2010
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SLAYER, TESTAMENT, ARCH ENEMY, SCORPIONS Members To Take Part In 'NAMM Jam'
Revolver magazine will present the "Dean Guitars 2010 NAMM Jam" concert — featuring COLLECTIVE SOUL, L.A. GUNS, as well as members of SLAYER, ARCH ENEMY, TESTAMENT, and more — on January 15 at The Grove Of Anaheim in Southern California. Tickets for this special show, hosted by Vinnie Paul Abbott (P...January 5, 2010
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PARADOX Announces New Guitarist
Long-running German metal band PARADOX has announced the addition of BIOMECHANICAL guitarist Gus Drax to the group's ranks. Drax (pictured below) was born in Larissa, Greece on September 21, 1987. He decided to play guitar at the age of 14 when he saw "Live in Tokyo" by DREAM THEATER and was amazed...January 5, 2010
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Former MANOWAR Guitarist DAVID SHANKLE Interviewed On 'Good Time Metal Oldies'
Jason Saulnier of the "Good Time Metal Oldies" radio show conducted an interview with former MANOWAR and current DAVID SHANKLE GROUP (DSG) guitarist David Shankle on December 14, 2009. Listen to the chat in two parts below. "Good Time Metal Oldies" airs Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. EST on CIFA 104.1 FM in...January 3, 2010
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DAVID SHANKLE GROUP Parts Ways With Singer, Announces Replacement
DAVID SHANKLE GROUP (DSG),the band led by former MANOWAR guitarist David Shankle, has parted ways with vocalist Kyle Michaels (MASI, RAVAGE, GEEZER BUTLER) and has replaced him with Warren Halvarson. According to a press release, Warren is "one the foremost singers in the Chicago metal scene and ha...December 30, 2009
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