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VAN HALEN's ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction To Air LIVE On VH1 CLASSIC

For the first time ever, VH1 Classic will air the "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony" LIVE on Monday, March 12 at 8:30 p.m. ET. Music fans will get to see and hear VAN HALEN, R.E.M., PATTI SMITH, THE RONETTES, and GRANDMASTER FLASH AND THE FURIOUS FIVE get inducted into this esteemed mus...
March 2, 2007
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THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY Working On New Album With RICK RUBIN

Swedish political rockers THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY will start work on their new album next week in California with producer-mogul Rick Rubin. The band, fronted by ex-REFUSED singer Dennis Lyxzen, will enter the famous mansion in Laurel Canyon, California where Rubin has worked on some of...
February 17, 2007
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3FACED: 'Found Myself' Video Posted Online

3FACED, the Southern California-based band featuring guitarist/vocalist Patrick Kennison (formerly of UNION UNDERGROUND) and bassist Marty O'Brien (TOMMY LEE, DISTURBED, STATIC-X),has released its debut CD, "Married to the Wreckage", produced by former EVANESCENCE guitarist/songwriter Ben Moody (KE...
February 16, 2007
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CHRIS CORNELL Quits AUDIOSLAVE, Prepares To Release New Solo Album

Two-time Grammy winner, singer-songwriter and voice of a generation, Chris Cornell, announced today the release date of his 13th career album, "Carry On", in stores May 1 on Suretone/Interscope. Steered by Grammy Award-winning British super-producer Steve Lillywhite (U2, ROLLING STONES, MORRISSEY, D...
February 15, 2007
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World Record 'Smoke On The Water' Performance Cancelled

The organizers of the previously announced record-breaking attempt at performing DEEP PURPLE's "Smoke on the Water" with 2,000 guitar players on Sunday, February 18 have decided to cancel the event. They have issued the following statement regarding the matter: "Thank you for your interest and suppo...
February 13, 2007
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Guitarists Being Called To London For World Record 'Smoke On The Water' Performance

Launch Radio Networks reports: Harrods department store in London is inviting guitarists to come down next week for a mass performance of DEEP PURPLE's "Smoke on the Water". The store is hoping to bring in 2,000 players for the event, in a bid to break the world record for most guitarists simultaneo...
February 9, 2007
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VELVET REVOLVER 'Uninspired' Working With RICK RUBIN

Launch Radio Networks reports: VELVET REVOLVER initially began working on its second album last year with Rick Rubin, the superstar producer who's currently overseeing METALLICA and LINKIN PARK, and who has produced AUDIOSLAVE, SYSTEM OF A DOWN, JOHNNY CASH, the RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS and many others...
January 22, 2007
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PEARL JAM's WHO Cover Going To Fan Club Next Month

Launch Radio Networks reports: PEARL JAM's studio cover of THE WHO's "Love Reign O'er Me", which was played by a Seattle radio station on Monday night (January 8),will be paired with a live version of NEIL YOUNG's "Rockin' in the Free World" on the band's annual holiday fan club single. According t...
January 11, 2007
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Guitarist JASON TRUBY Confirms He Is No Longer A Member Of P.O.D.

P.O.D.'s manager, Tim M. Cook of Cook Management, LLC, has released the following letter to the group's fans: "I'm getting ready to get on a plane to New York for New Year's. "As most of you know by now, P.O.D. and MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE are playing on top of the 'Pontiac Garage' in Times Square. ...
December 30, 2006
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KORN Releases 'Family Values' CD And DVD

Launch Radio Networks reports: KORN leads the list of bands appearing on the "Family Values Tour 2006" CD and DVD, which arrived in stores yesterday (Tuesday, December 26). Both feature live tracks from all the acts on this past summer's tour, including DEFTONES, STONE SOUR, FLYLEAF, 10 YEARS and th...
December 27, 2006
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AEROSMITH Guitarist Psyched About RED SOX Getting Japanese Pitcher

Launch Radio Networks reports: AEROSMITH lead guitarist Joe Perry is thrilled about the newest man to put on the uniform of his hometown baseball team, the Boston Red Sox. Pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka recently signed a deal to play for the Sox after starring for almost a decade in Japan with the Seibu...
December 18, 2006
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LIFE OF AGONY Singer, ANTHRAX Members To Perform Covers Of U2, ALICE IN CHAINS

More information has surfaced about LIFE OF AGONY frontman Keith Caputo's upcoming appearance with ANTHRAX members Scott Ian (guitar) and Frank Bello (bass) at the Retox rock bar in New York City. According to Keith, he and the ANTHRAX guys will perform acoustic versions of three rock numbers by U2...
December 15, 2006
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AEROSMITH Among Top-Grossing Tours Of 2006

AEROSMITH's latest trek was one of the Top 10 grossing tours of the year, according to numbers reported to Billboard Boxscore. Top-grossing tours of 2006: 01. THE ROLLING STONES ($437 million) 02. MADONNA ($195 million) 03. BON JOVI ($131 million) 04. U2 ($96 million) 05. TIM MCGRAW/FAITH HILL ($88....
December 14, 2006
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AEROSMITH Members Record With West African Band

Launch Radio Networks reports: The members of AEROSMITH recently were in the studio with the West African band THE REFUGEE ALL STARS. According to a post on the AeroforceOne.com website, the ALL STARS and AEROSMITH recorded a version of JOHN LENNON & THE PLASTIC ONO BAND's "Give Peace A Chance",...
December 13, 2006
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KORN Offers All Kinds Of Goodies For 'Family Values' Pre-Orders

Launch Radio Networks reports: KORN is offering a boatload of incentives for fans to pre-order the upcoming "Family Values Tour 2006" CD and DVD at either Amazon, Best Buy or FYE beginning today (Friday, December 1). Those who pre-order will be eligible for a pass-code to enter a protected site and...
December 1, 2006