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TRACII GUNS' L.A. GUNS Schedules Tour Dates
The Tracii Guns-led version of L.A. GUNS has scheduled the following dates: Jun. 25 - Radmaker's Rock & Roll Tavern - Tolono, Illinois Jun. 26 - The Barn Outdoors - Zanesville, Ohio Jun. 28 - Emerald Theatre - Stars & Stripes Festival After Party - Mount Clemens, Michigan Jul. 01 - Big Bop C...May 18, 2009
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IVORY NIGHT Begins Recording New Album
German metal band IVORY NIGHT has entered the studio with producer Ronny Lang to record its third full-length album for an early fall release. Lead singer Patrick Fuchs (who also fronts the solo band of former MANOWAR guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman),says, "Ronny did a great job on our [previous...May 18, 2009
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ROSS THE BOSS Performs With Guest Singers In Athens; Video Available
On May 11, former MANOWAR guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman was forced to perform at Texas Necropolis in Athens, Greece without his singer Patrick Fuchs who came down with the flu. The band and the promoters decided to go on with the show, with several Greek singers making guest appearances during...May 15, 2009
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Ex-MANOWAR Guitarist ROSS THE BOSS Interviewed In Greece; Audio Available
Greece's "Kokkina Fegaria" rock radio show conducted an interview with former MANOWAR guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman on May 8, 2009 at the Thessaloniki stop of his five-show Greek tour. The six-minute chat can be streamed below. Also available is a performance clip from the Thessaloniki show. Ro...May 13, 2009
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RIOT/HALFORD Drummer BOBBY JARZOMBEK Checks In
Drummer Bobby Jarzombek (RIOT, SEBASTIAN BACH, HALFORD, SPASTIC INK) has posted the following message on his MySpace page: "It's been a while since I posted anything new. Which doesn't mean I haven't kept busy — far from it. I'm finally settled in back here in Texas [after relocating from Los Angele...May 6, 2009
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist MARTY FRIEDMAN To Play Russia In June
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman and his band — Jeremy Colson on drums, Takayoshi Ohmura on guitar and Ryota on bass — will play club Tochka in Moscow, Russia on June 29. After seven months in the studio, Marty Friedman has completed work on his ninth album, "Tokyo Jukebox". Produced and arr...April 30, 2009
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Former MANOWAR Guitarist ROSS THE BOSS To Be Presented With Commemorative Plaque
Former MANOWAR guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman will be presented with a commemorative plaque for his 35-year career in music by Nikos Athineos, a rock DJ and presenter on the "Stargazer" metal radio show, one of the longest-running metal radio programs in the world. The award presentation will be...April 29, 2009
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The Concealers
Given that DAATH's first full-length, "The Hinderers" was a well-intended, yet ultimately directionless and obviously pieced together foray into the blood-red waters of hybrid-metal, one that even the band themselves would rather see take a dirtnap (let's see who picks up on this one…),I'm not goin...April 28, 2009
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist MARTY FRIEDMAN Completes Work On New Solo Album
After seven months in the studio, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman has completed work on his ninth album, "Tokyo Jukebox". Produced and arranged by Marty, the new disc reflects the chaotic lifestyle of Tokyo, its unique music and Marty's futuristic interpretation of it. According to a postin...April 27, 2009
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MASTODON, EXTREMA Confirmed For Italy's GODS OF METAL Festival
MASTODON and EXTREMA have been confirmed for this year's Gods of Metal festival, set to take place June 27-28 at Brianteo Stadium, Monza, Italy. The festival billing is shaping up as follows: Saturday, June 27: L-stage: HEAVEN & HELL 21.15 - 22.45 QUEENSRŸCHE 18.15 - 19.30 EDGUY 15.45 - 16.45 EP...April 3, 2009
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JASON BECKER: New 'Audio' Interview Posted Online
On the March 21 edition of "The Classic Metal Show", a special interview conducted with guitarist Jason Becker (DAVID LEE ROTH, CACOPHONY) was presented to fans. Becker submitted written replies to an e-mail interview, which was translated through a speech synthesizer by the guys from "The Classic M...March 22, 2009
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Former MEGADETH Guitarist FRIEDMAN To Perform BACH On Japanese TV
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman will be the special guest on Asahi TV's long-running hit program "Daimei Nonai Ongakukai". The show is a staple of Japanese television, now in its fifth decade on the air. Friedman's performance of Bach's "Brandenburg Concerto" will be featured, as well as a...March 12, 2009
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EX-MANOWAR Guitarist ROSS THE BOSS Says Illegal Downloading Is Killing Music
MetalSucks' Sammy O'Hagar recently conducted an interview with ex-MANOWAR guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman. An excerpt follows below. MetalSucks: You mentioned earlier in your response how you think that the Internet has killed rock and roll. Could you clarify that a little? Ross: I certainly can....March 10, 2009
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DAVE MUSTAINE: 'CHRIS BRODERICK Is The Best Guitarist MEGADETH Has Ever Had'
MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine has posted the following message in the "Forums" section of the band's official web site: "Chris Broderick [MEGADETH guitarist] turned 39 yesterday, and I am so proud of this guy. I mean, I watch him play on stage and everyday he gets better and better. We are aware of...March 8, 2009
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FOZZY Signs Worldwide Deal With Australia's RIOT! ENTERTAINMENT
FOZZY — the band featuring vocalist Chris Jericho (of WWE wrestling fame) and members of STUCK MOJO — has inked a worldwide deal with Australia's Riot! Entertainment for the release of the group's fourth album, "Chasing The Grail". FOZZY features Jericho and longtime bandmate/guitarist Rich "The Duk...March 4, 2009