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Century Media Unleashes “The Vault”

March 12, 2010

If you looking for some new hard and heavy music, then you might want to check “The Vault”.  Century Media has unleashed over 60 releases that have never been made available from over 40 artists on iTunes and Amazon MP3.  Some of the artists include Lacuna Coil, Dark Tranquility, Paradise Lost, The Gathering and so [...]

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Dragonforce Vocalist ZP Theart Leaving the Band… How Would You like to Be the New Singer?

March 9, 2010

According to bravewords.com and the Dragonforce website, lead singer ZP Theart is parting ways with the band due to “insurmountable differences of musical opinion”. Theart had been with the band since its formation in 1999. In this 2006 interview on metal-experience.com guitarist Sam Totman describes how Theart was brought into the band:
… we were looking [...]

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Iron Maiden and Dream Theater To Tour Together This Summer In The US

March 4, 2010

That’s right ladies and gents, this is the real deal.  Starting on June 9, Dream Theater will be the opening act for Iron Maiden.  Furthermore, Dream Theater will finally have the chance to perform at Madison Square Garden.   In the long history of the band, Dream Theater has never performed at the venue.
I can’t even [...]

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Riccardo Muti Announces 2010/11 Chicago Symphony Orchestra Season

February 25, 2010

Today marks the beginning of a new era for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra as Riccardo Muti steps in as music director for the 2010/11 season.  During a press conference held earlier today, which was streamed live over the Internet, Muti set the stage by saying he “doesn’t believe in themes” and hopes to regularly include [...]

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Survivors of Tragic Great White Nightclub Fire To Gather on Anniversary

February 20, 2010

Wow.  It’s been seven years since the tragedy when more than 100 people join died while attending a Great White concert.  Tonight about 50 survivors are expected to visit the site.   The fire at the West Warwick club began when pyrotechnics from the rock band Great White ignited cheap soundproofing foam around the stage, engulfing [...]

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Steven Tyler Back, Aerosmith Soap Opera Over?

February 18, 2010

If you are an Aerosmith fan,  then you’ve undoubtedly been annoyed by the ongoing public soap opera surrounding Stephen Tyler.  The on again, off again antics are getting a bit old.  In a recent post, I mentioned how Aerosmith will most likely fail producing another album without the legendary rock singer.
Now, as it turns out, [...]

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Avenged Sevenfold Enters Studio, Mike Portnoy To Sit In For “The Rev” (Updated)

February 18, 2010

The metal world was stunned by the sudden death of Avenged Sevenfold drummer, James “The Rev” Sullivan.  A few days after, Mike Portnoy, drummer from Dream Theater, published some heartfelt remarks.  Sullivan had mentioned several times throughout his career how Portnoy’s was a major influence.
In an incredible act of kindness and respect for the former [...]

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American Carnage With Slayer, Megadeth and Testament Is Back On, Tour Dates Rescheduled

February 3, 2010

A couple of months ago, I wrote about the American Carnage tour and due to Tom Araya needing to undergo back surgery the tour was postponed.  Araya is recovering well:
“The doctors said that Tom’s surgery went very smoothly and was a resounding success,” said Rick Sales, long-time Slayer manager.  “He’s home now, doing really well, [...]

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Win A Chance For YOUR Band To Record An EP With Slash

February 2, 2010

Yes, I mean the former Guns N’ Roses and Velvet Revolver guitarist.  Guitar Center has teamed up with Slash to find the next band.   The contest began yesterday, February 1st and ends April 30th.  Winners will be chosen by YOU…the fans.
Bands across the U.S. are invited to submit their music at YourNextRecord.com for a chance [...]

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