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Former SMASHING PUMPKINS Guitarist To Join A PERFECT CIRCLE?
Former SMASHING PUMPKINS guitarist James Iha has reportedly been approached to replace Danny Lohner (NINE INCH NAILS) in the current A PERFECT CIRCLE lineup. According to Australia's Undercover News, Iha — who has remained relatively low-key since the breakup of SMASHING PUMPKINS — became "suddenly...July 1, 2003
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DAYS OF THE NEW Frontman Talks About VELVET REVOLVER, Decision To Enter Rehab
DAYS OF THE NEW frontman Travis Meeks, who is in the process of completing a month-long stint in a California rehabilitation center for treatment of a crystal methamphetamine addiction, recently spoke to Rolling Stone about his audition for VELVET REVOLVER, the new band formed by former GUNS N' ROSE...June 30, 2003
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ZWAN Cancel European Dates
Chicago-based ZWAN, the new band featuring former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan, ex-PUMPKINS drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, former CHAVEZ guitarist Matt Sweeney, ex-SLINT guitarist David Pajo, and ex-A PERFECT CIRCLE bassist Paz Lechantin, have cancelled the remainder of their European tour due...June 13, 2003
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Vancouver Police Won't Face Charges In GUNS N' ROSES Riot
Vancouver police officers accused of brutality in breaking up a riot over a cancelled GUNS N' ROSES concert won't face charges, according to the Canadian Press. Some people claimed the police used excessive force when they stopped vandals who were smashing doors and glass at the GM Place stadium aft...May 16, 2003
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ZWAN To Explore Folk Roots With Alter-Ego Project
Chicago-based ZWAN, the new band featuring former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan, ex-PUMPKINS drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, former CHAVEZ guitarist Matt Sweeney, ex-SLINT guitarist David Pajo, and A PERFECT CIRCLE bassist Paz Lechantin, will record an album and a DVD this fall with their acousti...March 27, 2003
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ZWAN Confirmed For Germany's ROCK AM RING, ROCK IN PARK Festivals
Chicago-based ZWAN, the new band featuring former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan, ex-PUMPKINS drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, former CHAVEZ guitarist Matt Sweeney, ex-SLINT guitarist David Pajo, and A PERFECT CIRCLE bassist Paz Lechantin, are the latest act to have been confirmed for this year's R...March 11, 2003
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Former HOLE/SMASHING PUMPKINS Bassist Lands Solo Deal, Plans Late Summer Release
Former HOLE/SMASHING PUMPKINS bassist Melissa Auf der Maur has reportedly inked a deal with Capitol Records for the release of her solo album, tentatively titled "Auf Der Maur". The CD, which is being produced by MASTERS OF REALITY mainman Chris Goss at Stratosphere studios in New York City (owned b...February 17, 2003
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A PERFECT CIRCLE Announce Lineup Changes Galore
As first reported here on Feb. 7, former MARILYN MANSON bassist Twiggy Ramirez (a.k.a. Jeordie White) has now officially replaced Paz Lenchantin in A PERFECT CIRCLE. In addition, the band have announced that guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen has left the group to become a full-time member of QUEENS OF THE...February 11, 2003
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Ex-MARILYN MANSON Bassist Joins A PERFECT CIRCLE?
Former MARILYN MANSON bassist Twiggy Ramirez is strongly rumored to have joined A PERFECT CIRCLE as a replacement for Paz Lenchantin. Lenchantin is believed to have left the group last year in order to become a full-time member of ZWAN, the band led by ex-SMASHING PUMPKINS frontman Billy Corgan. A P...February 7, 2003
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ZWAN Land At #3 On BILLBOARD Album Chart
Chicago-based ZWAN, the new band featuring former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan, ex-PUMPKINS drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, former CHAVEZ guitarist Matt Sweeney, ex-SLINT guitarist David Pajo, and A PERFECT CIRCLE bassist Paz Lechantin, are the highest debuting act on the next Billboard 200 albu...February 6, 2003
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COURTNEY LOVE Arrested At London Airport
Former HOLE singer Courtney Love was arrested today (Feb. 4) at Heathrow Airport in London after being "verbally abusive" to cabin crew. She was held as she landed on a transatlantic flight from Los Angeles, Virgin Atlantic said. She had been travelling in Virgin's Upper Class cabin when she alleged...February 4, 2003
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ZWAN: Live Photos Posted Online
Several photos taken during ZWAN's performance at their album release party at The Museum Of Science And Industry in Chicago, Illinois have been posted online at this location. ZWAN feature in their ranks former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan, ex-PUMPKINS drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, former CHA...January 29, 2003
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ZWAN Cover IRON MAIDEN Classic On Upcoming Single
Former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy Corgan's new band, ZWAN, have recorded a cover of the IRON MAIDEN classic "Number of the Beast" for inclusion on their upcoming "Honestly" single. The three-track CD will also feature the non-album track "Freedom Ain't What It Used To Be". ZWAN, whose lineup is...January 14, 2003
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BILLY CORGAN Writes With LISA MARIE PRESLEY
Former SMASHING PUMPKINS and current ZWAN frontman Billy Corgan has co-written a song called "Savior" with LISA MARIE PRESLEY for the latter's upcoming debut album, due in stores April 8. Presley, of course, is the daughter of late music legend ELVIS PRESLEY. Meanwhile, ZWAN's "Honestly" video has b...January 9, 2003
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ZWAN Debut To Include Limited-Edition DVD
A limited-edition pressing of ZWAN's debut album, "Mary Star of the Sea", will include a bonus DVD, featuring 35 minutes of behind the scenes footage of the band recording the album and an interview with each member. Chicago-based ZWAN is the new band featuring former SMASHING PUMPKINS mainman Billy...December 26, 2002
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