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TIMO KOTIPELTO: I Am Relieved I Am Not In STRATOVARIUS
Former STRATOVARIUS frontman Timo Kotipelto spoke to Pitriff.com earlier today about the recent events in the STRATOVARIUS camp and his upcoming sophomore solo album, "Coldness". The following are some of the highlights of that interview: PITRIFF: Have you heard about [Timo] Tolkki's condition latel...April 13, 2004
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SKEW SISKIN Singer Collapses After Vienna Show, Band Cancel Live Dates
Germany's SKEW SISKIN were forced to cancel the last three shows of their European tour after vocalist Nina C. Alice collapsed after a show in Vienna and was rushed to a hospital. "She has been told to stay in bed for at least one week to give her body the needed rest and fully recover ...April 4, 2004
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TRASH LIGHT VISION: MURDERDOLLS Guitarist ACEY SLADE Launches New Project
MURDERDOLLS guitarist Acey Slade (ex-DOPE) has launched a web site for his new project TRASH LIGHT VISION at this location. The MURDERDOLLS' hiatus has allowed Acey to take his creativity to new places, hence the formation of TRASH LIGHT VISION. "It's kind of weird how things work out," said Acey. "...April 3, 2004
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SCOTT WEILAND To Leave Rehab For Nine Hours To Shoot 'Slither' Video
MTV.com reports: "A judge in Los Angeles refused to allow VELVET REVOLVER singer Scott Weiland to leave rehab to shoot a video for 'Slither' on Tuesday, but she did allow him nine hours to do so on April 4, with certain provisions, a court spokesperson said. The judge also modified the singer's sent...March 24, 2004
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THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY To Support THE OFFSPRING
THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY, the Swedish band fronted by former REFUSED screamer Dennis Lyxzen, will be teaming up with THE OFFSPRING and THE START for a six-week U.S. tour beginning on April 10. Confirmed dates so far are as follows: Apr. 11 - Seattle, WA - The Premier Apr. 13 - Portland,...March 8, 2004
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GUS CHAMBERS: GRIP INC. Nearly Broke Up
In his first interview in nearly four years, GRIP INC. vocalist Gus Chambers spoke with Electricbasement.com Friday morning (Feb. 27) from Germany, recording segments for the "Power Hour" Net radio show. Chambers, whose bandmates include guitarist/keyboardist Waldemar Sorychta and drummer Dave Lomba...February 27, 2004
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THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY In The Studio With RICK RUBIN
THE (INTERNATIONAL) NOISE CONSPIRACY, the Swedish band fronted by former REFUSED screamer Dennis Lyxzen, have set "Armed Love" as the title of their much-anticipated follow-up to 2001's "A New Morning, Changing Weather". The band are working in Los Angeles and Sweden with legendary producer Rick Rub...February 26, 2004
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RUSH Guitarist's Arraignment Postponed, LIFESON's Daughter-In-Law Charged
The Associated Press reports that the Florida State Attorney's Office postponed an arraignment Monday (Feb. 23) for RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson, but charged his daughter-in-law with resisting arrest. It was the third arraignment delay for Lifeson (a.k.a. Alex Zivojinovich) on charges stemming from a...February 23, 2004
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JOSH HOMME: Splitting With NICK OLIVERI Was 'The Hardest Thing'
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE frontman Josh Homme has told the U.K.'s NME that his decision to split with bassist Nick Oliveri was the "hardest thing" but that he'd rather stay "brothers" with Oliveri than carry on with the band in its current state. Josh spoke to NME the day after playing his debut U.K....February 17, 2004
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Report: HENDRIX Estate Sued by British Indie
The U.K.-based independent record label Purple Haze Records has taken action against the lawyers of the Jimi Hendrix company Experience Hendrix LLC and the company itself for malicious interference with a third-party contract, according to Australia's Undercover News. Purple Haze Records, who recent...February 4, 2004
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STRATOVARIUS Leader TOLKKI: TIMO KOTIPELTO Won't Rehearse With Me
STRATOVARIUS leader Timo Tolkki has posted the following message on the band's official web site: "I just came back from Germany where I visited [drummer] Jörg [Michael] to talk about how to handle the upcoming festival shows and spent some holidays. "Our management has been in contact to all band m...January 26, 2004
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Former STRATOVARIUS Drummer Explains His Departure
Former STRATOVARIUS drummer Jörg Michael has issued a lengthy statement explaining the reasons for his split with the band and other recent STRATOVARIUS-related events. His statement reads as follows: "Sorry that it took me so long to find time to comment about the situation around STRATOVARIUS. Due...January 25, 2004
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VELVET REVOLVER: Bringing Chaos Back Into The Rock World
VELVET REVOLVER's official biography, written by David Wild and provided by the group's record label, RCA/BMG Records, includes additional information about the band's formation and their forthcoming debut CD, "Contraband", due on May 11 (postponed from the previously announced April 27 date). Here...January 15, 2004
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THE DARKNESS Score Highest-Climbing Album On BILLBOARD Chart
U.K. rock sensations THE DARKNESS have scored the highest-climbing album on this week's U.S. chart, making their first appearance in the top 100, according to Ireland Online. Their album "Permission To Land" went from number 173 to 92 in one week on the Billboard chart. The flamboyant rock group, in...January 9, 2004
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Report: RUSH Guitarist Considers Suit Alleging Police Brutality
RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson may sue Naples, Florida, authorities for police brutality following a New Year's Eve fight with cops at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel restaurant, a source close to the Canadian rocker told MTV.com. Lifeson, whose real name is Alex Zivojinovich, was arrested on six charges, inclu...January 5, 2004
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