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| [26 September 2002] DEPARTURE "Corporate Wheel" |
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The Band: Timothy Lewis - Lead Vocals / Mike Walsh - Guitar & Keyboards / John O'Connell - Keyboards / Mike Beres - Bass / Duey Ribestello - Drums Produced by: Mike Walsh
Track Listing: Listen to what I say / Corporate Wheel / Sacrifice / Time / Down on my Knees / Every Man / Giving me a reason / Comin' my way / Fallin' from the sky / Hallowed ground / Look in your eyes Release date 16th January 2003 |
| [26 September 2002] CORABI JOINS COCKSTAR |
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John Corabi has joined Cockstar, which means he’s reunited with his one time Motley Crue bandmate Nikki Sixx. Also in the band are Adema drummer Kris Kohl, LA Guns guitarist Tracii Guns, plus vocalist London. |
| [26 September 2002] WHO’S THE BIGGEST HELLRAISER OF THEM ALL? |
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Ozzy Osbourne is the ultimate rock ’n’ roll wildman, according to internet company blueyonder. The Double O scored 31 per cent of the votes in a recent poll, leaving second placed Mick Jagger trailing well behind with 17 per cent. Third was the late Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious. |
| [26 September 2002] CHEAP TRICK: BY ROYAL CONSENT |
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Cheap Trick are coming back to London. They play the Royal Albert Hall on March 13. |
| [25 September 2002] ADRIANGALE TO APPEAR AT Z ROCK UK 2003 |
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ADRIANGALE are the latest addition to be confirmed for Z Rock 2003 UK. The band recently signed to Z Records within Europe and SE Asia and this will be the bands first ever appearance in England. The fully confirmed line up to date is: TNT
VENUE: ROCK CITY, NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND
Z ROCK 2003
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| [25 September 2002] SHIVA ARTWORK PREVIEW |
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Here you have the artwork for SHIVA's self titled debut for Z Records. REL: 11.11.02
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| [25 September 2002] LA GUNS REPLACE CINDERELLA |
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Cinderella have withdrawn from the Monsters Of Rock tour. They’ve been replaced by LA Guns. Headlined by Alice Cooper, and also featuring Thunder plus the Quireboys, the dates are: London Wembley Arena November 16, Brighton Centre 17, Bournemouth International Centre 19, Manchester Arena 20, Newcastle Arena 21, Glasgow Clyde Auditorium 22, Birmingham NEC 23, Cardiff International Arena 25, Sheffield Arena 26. The compere for this TotalRock sponsored tour is to be Krusher. |
| [25 September 2002] CHILI PEPPERS RETURN TO UK |
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The Red Hot Chili Peppers are to come back to Britain next Spring to play the following dates: Glasgow SECC March 5, London Docklands Arena 8/9, Manchester Evening News Arena 11. |
| [25 September 2002] MARK BOALS "Edge Of The World" |
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Mark Boals is set to release his most diverse and creative solo album yet on Frontiers Records on November the 11th 2002. Entitled "Edge Of The World", the new album from Boals is very much a melodic hard rock album, whilst utilizing progressive, (some) neo-classical and classic rock influences. Featuring a powerhouse line-up of both well known faces and fresh talent, "Edge Of The World" benefits from the contributions of keyboardist Erik Norlander (Lana Lane), drummers Vinny Appice (DIO, BLACK SABBATH) and Virgil Donati (RING OF FIRE, PLANET X), and a smorgasbord of six string (and seven string!) talent courtesy of guitar masters Tony MacAlpine, Chris Brooks, Neil Citron and Jeff Kollman. Bass guitar and additional rhythm guitar duties were handled by Boals himself.
The album features twelve tracks, which will be previewed first at the official Mark Boals site (www.markboals.com) in the weeks to come. The final tracklisting will be: 1. Fly 2. World On Fire 3. Lady Babylon 4. Taking Control 5. Up To You 6. Between Two Mirrors 7. Garden Of Pain 8. Through The Endless Night 9. Trouble In Paradise 10. Crossfire 11. The Criminal 12. Hold On (To Our Love) Produced by Mark Boals and expertly engineered by Erik Norlander and Neil Citron. The stunning front cover was designed by Rainer Kalwitz (Kelly Keagy, Millenium, Emerald Rain, Dare). |
| [25 September 2002] AC/DC HOAX |
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Police in Finland are looking for a mystery person who has been claiming to be AC/DC’s manager. Under this guise, the person booked the band to headline the Pori Jazz Festival next year, received a deposit…and promptly disappeared. |
| [25 September 2002] OLIVER/DAWSON SAXON TO SUPPORT DIO |
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Oliver/Dawson Saxon have been asked to be the special guests to Dio on his forthcoming UK tour. Following some successful appearances in Europe last year together, Ronnie James Dio has asked the band to open his shows in the UK. The band, which features original Saxon members Graham Oliver & Steve Dawson along with ex Saxon drummer Nigel Durham, guitarist Haydn Conway (ex Saracen) and vocalist Wardi (ex Shy) will be performing a set of Classic Saxon material and a few new songs from their forthcoming new studio album. The dates are: October 4th London Astoria
Oliver/Dawson Saxon will be on stage at 8pm, and Dio will take the stage at 9.30pm |
| [25 September 2002] SWEET TRIBUTE ALBUM |
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The SWEET tribute album "Sweet FA" is now released on Malibu Records (Scana Records) http://www.thesweet.com/sweetfa.htm The "band" performing on the title track (track 2) is called JK's All Star Experience and features - Bruce Kulick (KISS) - lead guitar
Another 14 American and Swedish artists/bands are featured on the cd as well. |
| [22 September 2002] SINOPOLI ALBUM COVER |
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The debut album by SINOPOLI, "The Eyes Never Lie", their first ever in 20 years, will be released on Generation Records on November 11th, 2002. Distribution in Germany will be handled by Al!ve Music. Sinopoli is:
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| [21 September 2002] ROCKTOBER FEST UPDATE |
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The schedule for ROCKTOBER FEST show have now been completed Venue: Maximes, Wigan, England
The event: A special Z Records store will be present stocking all Z release plus MJAP handled titles Doors 3PM 3:45PM : CRY HAVOC [Chavis Records]
4:55PM : CONTAGIOUS [Z Records]
6:10PM : POLEY/ PICHLER [Z Records]
7:35PM : CROWN OF THORNS [ Point Music]
9:10PM : SHY [Z Records]
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| [21 September 2002] JESSE DAMON GOES SOLO |
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M&K Sound Entertainment announces the release of the debut solo album by the lead vocalist for AOR legends Silent Rage, Jesse Damon "The Hand That Rocks". Featuring "Everybody Needs Somebody" a brand new epic rock anthem co-written with Gene Simmons (KISS). Produced by Jesse Damon and Paul Sabu TRACK LISTING Gotta Let It Go
Jesse Damon has been on the forefront of the melodic rock scene for two decades. In that time he has seen success with his recording group Silent Rage, who have released three critically acclaimed albums (all recently re-released on Z Records) , including the Gene Simmons produced "Don't Touch Me There" (Simmons Records/RCA)which was a favorite on MTV's Headbangers Ball. Jesse's songwriting credits are impressive. He has co-written songs that appear on the KISS albums "Revenge" and "Psycho Circus" and his songs have appeared on television and in major motion pictures. "The Hand That Rocks" is packed full of high energy classic hard rock and seasoned with intense melodic ballads.....a must for fans of Kiss, Skid Row, Damn Yankees, Cheap Trick, etc. Features guest performances on several tracks by Paul Sabu (Only Child). Available November 2002 on On Fire Records
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| [20 September 2002] DREAM THEATER CANCEL SHOW |
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Dream Theater have cancelled plans to play at St. George’s Hall in Bradford on October 19, due to ‘technical and traveling logistics’. However, the band will still be appearing at London’s Astoria on October 20/21. |
| [20 September 2002] DOKKEN DENIES BUST UP |
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Don Dokken has strongly denied reports that drummer Mick brown quit the band after the pair got into a fist fight. Dokken insists Brown has left the band because he has ongoing problems with his shoulder. |
| [20 September 2002] MARC FERRARI SIGNED TO Z |
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Z Records announceS the signing of Ex Keel, Cold Sweat and Medicine Wheel Axeman Marc Ferrari to an exclusive world-wide deal. Marc's new album "Lights Camera Action !" will be released during early 2003 and features Paul Taylor, Keith St John , Steve Plunkett and many more. Fans of Marc's earlier work with Cold Sweat and Keel will not be disappointed. Marc's career has earnt him the respect of many within the industry. MARC FERRARI A HISTORY: Fast...Sleek...Dynamic...Inspiring...these are just a few words that have often been used to describe the world famous Ferrari automobile. Similar plaudits have also been used to describe ace guitarist/producer/songwriter/artist Marc Ferrari...and as his namesake implies, this Ferrari is in a class all his own. As a member of Goldmountain/MCA recording artists “Keel” and “Cold Sweat”, Marc has established himself as one of rock’s brightest rising stars...and earning the respect and admiration of his peers. Marc was born in New Rochelle, NY and relocated Upstate where he stayed through graduation. It was here that he first cut his teeth on the bar circuit of Western New York. Though under-aged at the time, this couldn’t prevent him from pursuing his life-long passion of performing. At age 19, already a veteran of the club wars, he moved to greener and more lucrative pastures...Boston. He quickly earned a reputation as a dynamic performer/writer and worked studio sessions with various artists including former Rolling Stones producer Jimmy Miller. Unsatisfied with his musical urges while recording/performing in the New England area, he sensed something was missing...his calling was elsewhere.
In January 1984 Marc took a plane to Los Angeles never to look back...for it was here that his destiny was waiting. A chance meeting with long-time friend and correspondent Mike Varney (Shrapnel Records and all-around metal guru) changed his life forever. Mike told Marc that Ron Keel was starting his own project and was looking for hungry, hard-working people to share his vision. Marc called Ron the same day and the partnership was formed. Almost immediately the band was selling out all over Los Angeles...first the Roxy and then the Troubadour, and then larger venues such as the Country Club. These shows brought the band to the attention of Goldmountain Records and future producer Gene Simmons of KISS. While awaiting a decision from the major labels, the band decided to waste no time and went into the studio to record their first LP for Mike Varney’s label. Recorded in just eight days, “Lay Down The Law” has become a cult classic among rock aficionados, and to this day is still selling strong. In August 1984, the band signed to Goldmountain records, and entered world famous Record Plant Studios with Gene Simmons to record their epic “The Right To Rock” LP. This album, a virtual audial avalanche, sky-rocketed the band to instant acclaim upon its release in January 1985. Anti-censorship groups quickly aligned themselves with the title track and its message...and the song became a battle-cry of thousands across the country. The band toured all year long in support of the LP, teaming up with such groups as Loudness, Accept, and Helix. The barnstorming paid off handsomely, and the group was voted “Best New Band” in not one, not two, but THREE of the nation’s biggest rock magazines (Circus, Metal Edge, and Rock Scene), beating out such luminaries as Bon Jovi, Dokken and Metallica in the process. Capping off a brilliant year, the boys went back into the studio once again with Gene Simmons to record their 3rd LP...“The Final Frontier.” Just days before its release in early spring 1986, the space shuttle Challenger tragedy shook the world, and the band paid its tribute to the fallen heroes by dedicating the album to them. Putting the tragedy behind them, the band took the world by storm. They toured Europe for the first time as special guests of Dio. They criss-crossed America with Krokus, Quiet Riot and Queensryche. They were invited to play at the annual Texas Jam with Van Halen for 81,000 people. They did stadium dates with Aerosmith, and to top it off, a whirlwind tour of Japan, where the band received the biggest welcome one could hope for...complete with Beatlemania-type scenes at the airport and hotels. They returned to the studio in December...this time with Michael Wagener (Dokken, Great White, Accept, Alice Cooper) at the helm. Upon completion of the album, Marc took on some other projects to keep busy. He produced two tracks for up and coming Texas rockers “Pantera”...and through his involvement, helped them to land a major label deal. He took on a project from a Japanese advertising agency who had heard of his songwriting prowess and produced/recorded 12 songs for international use. He wrote 3 songs with ex-KISS skinbasher Peter Criss. He designed his own guitar which Peavey Corp. manufactured for him, and Peavey went as far as to purchase the rights to some of his design modifications. He was clearly starting to expand his horizons, and welcome all new challenges in front of him. The 4th LP, self-titled “Keel,” was released in May 1987. That summer, the boys landed the gig of the decade...the last leg of the Bon Jovi “Slippery When Wet” tour. How did they get that prestigious slot over countless other bands? A little luck and a lot of initiative made it happen. Marc himself explains...”I had known Jon (Bon Jovi) for a couple of years. He had always been real cordial to me whenever we met, so I kept in touch with him whenever he was in town. I ran into him at a club in L.A., just after the release of our “Keel” LP. We had a couple of drinks, and the next day I played him some of the tracks off the album. One thing led to another, and before I knew it, we were asked to open up the last leg of his tour. It all comes down to establishing a good rapport among your peers and associates. I like to build bridges, not burn them.” Following the ultra-successful Bon Jovi tour, the band returned to the clubs, grinding their way across the country for most of the summer and culminating with a Christmas show at their old stomping grounds, the Country Club in Los Angeles, a well deserved “welcome home” for the local heroes. 1988...a new year...and a new chapter in the life of Marc Ferrari. Sensing the need to accept more responsibility for the decisions which would shape his life, and bowing to visionary differences with others in the band, Marc felt it necessary to step aside in order to pursue his own vision and dreams. A gutsy decision for any established artist to make, but at the same time opened up a whole new future with limitless options and possibilities. “The decision to leave the band was the single most difficult one I’ve ever had to make, but I know in my heart I did the right thing. It was time for me to take the bull by the horns, so to speak, and become more actively involved with the over-all picture. It was like I just went to Rock ‘n’ Roll college for 4 years, and got my diploma. It was time to go into business for myself. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.” Following his departure from Keel in 1988, Marc diversified his interests in the music business. He started a new band which would eventually be signed to MCA called “Cold Sweat.” The highly-praised, but sadly overlooked debut album from Cold Sweat, entitled “Break Out” was released on MCA Records in June 1990. The band went on to support Dio and Love/Hate on their U.S. tour, as well as being invited as special guests to “Whitesnake” on the “Monsters of Rock” festival in Mannheim, Germany, in September 1990. After a solid year on the road, the band returned to Los Angeles, only to find that their A&R rep at MCA had been fired. Due to lack of label support, the group disbanded in 1991. Marc concentrated on writing, producing, and music publishing. He co-wrote a song entitled “5-Card Stud” with former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, which appeared on Ace’s album “Trouble Walking”. He also write a song with ex-“Loudness” vocalist Minuro Niihara which appeared on his latest album in Japan. Marc began doing clinics for St. Louis Music, representing Alvarez Electric guitars and the fine line of Crate Amplifiers as well, quickly becoming one of the most proficient and respected clinicians in the country. In Summer 1991, Marc was asked to be the guitarist in the now #1 smash movie “Wayne’s World.” Having worked with director Penelope Spheeris in a video for “Keel,” Marc had developed a relationship which resulted in his first major motion picture appearance. “Wayne’s World” went on to become one of the most popular movies of its generation, and Marc was asked back to reprise his role of Tia Carrere’s guitarist in the smash sequel, “Wayne’s World 2.” He has since appeared in the hit TV shows “Murder She Wrote” and “Step By Step” as well. In 1992 he formed MasterSource, has become one of the most successful independent music publishing companies in the USA, licensing over 350 songs to film and television in under 5 years. He has placed songs in many major motion pictures, including Steven Segal’s “Under Siege 2,” Disney’s “Man Of The House,” “Fatherhood,” “Life with Mikey,” “Money For Nothing,” “Blank Check,” and “Mighty Ducks 2,” as well as hit TV shows “ER,” “Lois and Clark,” “Sisters,” “X-Files,” “Guiding Light,” “General Hospital,” and “Mad About You,” among others. 1992 also saw the formulation of his current band, “Medicine Wheel,” which went on to release its debut album entitled “First Things First” via the Dream Circle label in Europe and Alfa/Brunette in Japan. The band played in Japan in November, 1994 and has since recorded its sophomore effort “Immoral Fabric” and its third release “Small Talk”, released in 1999.1995 saw the release of Marc’s first ever solo effort, entitled “Marc Ferrari & Friends: Guest List.” This exciting release features many of Marc’s friends from the rock community, and showcases his diverse writing and playing talents. It is an album which has been a long time in the making, and certainly one that bas been eagerly awaited. Including performances from MSG’s Robin McAuley, Autograph’s Steve Plunkett, Medicine Wheel’s Michael Mulholland, Blackthorne’s Bob Kulick, and Black n’ Blue’s Tommy Thayer, “Guest List” is a first-rate collection of first-rate talent, and another page in the ever-expanding book of Marc Ferrari’s illustrious career. In 1996, the Summer Olympics came calling, and Marc responded by writing 2 theme songs that were used in for video productions, “Capture The Dream”, and “Chance Of A Lifetime”. In addition, 9 other songs from his catalog were used in various athlete profiles and special segments. Later that year, he was presented with a special achievement award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for his contributions to the 1996 Emmy-award winning daytime soap opera “Guiding Light.”
Few musicians have been able to accomplish the broad achievements that Marc Ferrari has done in such a short time. As new challenges are presented and conquered, one thing is certain....Marc Ferrari is just getting started!!!! 2002 and Marc is set to return after a short break with his new album "Lights, Camera, Action!". The album will be released World-Wide by English label Z Records and is set for release during early 2003, fans of Keel and Cold Sweat will not be disappointed ! |
| [18 September 2002] Z ROCK GERMANY RUNNING ORDER |
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With just over 2 weeks to go until Z Records and their acts make the trip to Germany we are now able to provide the days exact running order. 12 [NOON] DOORS mixed Z music over PA 1PM - 1:30PM SEDUCTION [guests] PA Showcase : WESTWORLD - CYBERDREAMS 1:50- 2:35PM NORTHWIND PA Showcase : FINAL FRONTEIR -THE FIRST WAVE 3:00 - 3:45PM CONTAGIOUS PA Showcase : ADRIANGALE - RE:PROGRAMME 4:10PM - 5:00PM ARABIA PA Showcase : SHIVA - st 5:30PM - 6:40PM BRIGHTON ROCK PA Showcase : POLEY / PICHLER - BIG 7:05PM - 8:05PM - SILENT RAGE PA Showcase : ARTIST TO BE ANNOUNCED SEPTEMBER 21ST 8:30PM - 9:40PM - SHY PA Showcase : WESTWORLD - CYBERDREAMS 10:10PM - MIDNIGHT - BONFIRE |
| [18 September 2002] JOURNEY “Red 13” |
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Label: Frontiers Records
Music Style: Melodic Rock Tracklisting: Intro / State Of Grace; The Time; Walking Away From The Edge; I Can Breathe “Red 13” is a brand new EP featuring 4 great new songs recorded by JOURNEY especially for this project ! Journey is the TOP band in melodic rock history with sales of over 50 million records so far in almost 30 years of existence plus countless top ten hits in the US Charts along the years ! The Journey lineup featured on this EP is the same one featured on the latest album released on Sony Music in 2001 that is to say: Steve Augeri (Vocals), Neal Schon (Guitars), Jonathan Cain (Keyboards), Ross Valory (Bass) and Deen Castronovo (Drums). |
| [18 September 2002] CINDERELLA JOINS THE MONSTERS |
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The bill features Alice Cooper, Thunder and the Quireboys, plus the newly confirmed Cinderella. The dates are: London Wembley Arena November 16, Brighton Centre 17, Bournemouth International Centre 19, Manchester Arena 20, Newcastle Arena 21, Glasgow Clyde Auditorium 22, Birmingham NEC 23, Cardiff International Arena 25, Sheffield Arena 26. |
| [18 September 2002] SABBATH STORY ON DVD |
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Sanctuary are to release two Black Sabbath DVDs later this month. ‘The Black Sabbath Story: Volume One’ traces the legendary band’s history from their beginnings until 1978. ‘The Black Sabbath Story: Volume Two’ covers the period from 1978 until 1992. Both will also be available on video, and include rare and previously unseen footage. |
| [18 September 2002] GROUPIES WANTED! |
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Maverick TV are making a documentary for Channel 4 TV in the UK about the groupie phenomenon over the years, and how it’s changed. The producers want to compare and contrast groupies’ behaviour today with the exploits of those notorious groupies from yesteryear. They also aim to find out which bands get the most groupies. If you have a story about modern day groupie activity, please contact sarahjanedowning@hotmail.com. |
| [17 September 2002] BARFLY MUSIC NEWS |
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1. BISS / www.b-i-s-s.com After the highly aclaimed BISS debut Doc Heyne is about to top it all! O.K.! You thought the line-up of the first album was superb? Well, keep on reading then. For the second album - to be released early 2003 and once again by Point Music - the BISS - Boss was able to recrut the following outstanding musicians to perform on his second strike: Michael Bormann (Jaded Heart / Rain) - Vocals
The new album will contain 10 brandnew songs, incl. a collaboration with Paul Sabu! More details about all that ... in october! 2. DEMON DRIVE / www.demondrive.com With the new album "... four play!" already finished, mixed & mastered the foursome is currently working on the artwork. The fourth DEMON DRIVE album will see the light in spring 2003. In the meantime furious fingers are "re-shaping" the bands' homepage. After the Relaunch 2003 the look and feel will be a lot more artwork related. Talking about "furious fingers" ... Guitarplayer Thorsten Koehne is rumbling along at the "Guitar Summit 2002". Check out www.guitarsummit2002.de for details. A indepht interview with Thorsten, including sound samples of his extraordinary playing can be found at: www.ibreathemusic.com/play/article/54 All you guitar players out there ... hold your breath!
Well, some get bloody fingers from extensive playing - others get ... a grin on their face! Just like Frank and Jochen ... with precious Lee Aaron. See pic! Since september DD is now officially represented by
H + H Concerts. Any booking questions? Ask them!
3. SILVER / www.barflymusic.de SILVER / Dream Machines --> in stores NOW ! J. Mayer
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| [17 September 2002] THE URBANE |
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The Urbane has been announced as the support to Bowes & Morley (ex Thunder) on the following shows: Friday 20th September London ULU
The Urbane is the side project for Arena guitarist John Mitchell, and have recently been seen supporting Marillion and H (Steve Hogarth) on his solo shows. For more information please contact Rupert at Assassination Music on 01494 862770, or check out the following websites: www.theurbane.co.uk and www.bowesandmorley.com |
| [17 September 2002] MILLION "The First Two Million" |
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In 2002, Million certainly made their mark in the Rock Music scene. Their album, ‘Detonator’ scored highly with critics and fans alike, and they headlined the first night of the Sweden Rock Festival. Powerplay magazine said of their performance "if you haven't heard of them yet, if you haven't got hold of their brilliant new album 'Detonator', then you're missing one of the best hard rock bands for a long while. And they're even better live. " They scored the performance at 9/10, the only other acts to get similar treatment were Magnum and Bruce Dickinson ... High praise in deed! But ‘Detonator’ is not the first album from the band. They first hit the streets back in 1988, and have released 3 albums prior to the deal with UK based A2 Records, as well as multiple tours including the famous run as support to Magnum on their farewell tour. Fans got a taste of the earlier material on the compilation album, ‘Get Millionized!’ released in 2001 to mark their new record deal. The previous albums have been long deleted, mostly due to the fact that none of the previous record labels that Million were signed to now exist. In fact their first album, "No. 1" has reputedly changing hands for large sums on e-bay! That is a situation that has now changed. ‘The First Two Million’ is just that, the first two albums, ‘No.1’ & ‘We, Ourselves & Us’, released as a double CD, at the special single CD price. A2 Records release the album on October 14th. The Million story does not of course end here. In addition to the release of ‘The First Two Million’, Million will be embarking on a European tour that will start at the end of 2002,and continue into 2003. ‘Detonator’ will see a release in the USA, and a tour will undoubtedly follow. A single is being taken from ‘Detonator’ and will be released in October 2002. "Shadow Of The Cross" is a warning tale about the hypocrisy of religion, and the video was directed by Harrison Funk, whose previous credits include Michael Jackson (Liberian Girl & Smooth Criminal) and Cameo (Word Up). It is being edited in Hollywood by the editor of Apocalypse Now and the Godfather trilogy! In the words of Powerplay ..."Buy the album and if they play within a 100 miles of your home, don't miss it . " For more information, please contact Rupert Withers at Assassination Music Promotions on 01494 862770 or email < a href="mailto:rupert@assassination.co.uk">rupert@assassination.co.uk |
| [17 September 2002] SEOUL ROCKS |
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Halford and Dio are to headline the Soyorock 2002 Festival, which happens on October 12 and 13 in Seoul, Korea. Halford will top the bill on the first night, while Dio play on the 13th. The festival was due to happen in August, but was postponed for various reasons. |
| [17 September 2002] CHERONE ‘EXITS’ |
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Tribe Of Judah, featuring former Van Halen/Extreme frontman Gary Cherone, are to release their first album next month for Spitfire Records. It’s to be called ‘Exit Elvis’. |
| [17 September 2002] OSBOURNE WIN EMMY |
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‘The Osbournes’ has won a prestigious Emmy award for ‘Best Reality Series’. The award was presented on Saturday. |
| [17 September 2002] SLASH WANTS A SINGER |
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Fancy singing in a band with Slash, Duff McKagan and Matt Sorum? TotalRock can reveal that the celebrated guitarist and co are looking for a rock 'n' roll singer in the mould of early Steven Tyler or Alice Cooper, combining a more forceful version of Lennon & McCartney with the most aggressive side of a young Billy Idol and Iggy Pop. Fit the bill? Send your demo to: S. Hudson, c/o 13636 Ventura Blvd # 434, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, USA. |
| [17 September 2002] TONY MILLS OF SHY TALKS Z ROCK GERMANY |
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Tony speaks: I am not really overly concerned over the changes that have happened over the last few months, to be honest. We have played some acoustic shows and we are fairly well acclimatised to the change from keyboard to second guitarist. The influx of new members has brought with it more talent in vocals etc., than we had hoped for and the band are now in rehearsal for the show. It may be that we will play a show as a warm up before we go to Germany under an assumed name or just some low key place somewhere in the Midlands of the UK to be honest. It has been twelve years since I played a full show with Shy, let alone with different members and songs. I am very excited about playing Germany again, it is a place where the band received great acclaim in the '80's and judging by the response to the new album, the reception for the band will not be dissimilar. As regards the set for the Z show, we intend to mix full live with unplugged and I think several songs from the new album will interact with a lot of material from Excess All Areas. I think the response to the new album has been reassuring , in as much as a reformation of a band can be, I fully intend to spend a lot of time with the new line-up of Shy and we now plan to take up as many opportunities of playing live as we can in Europe and abroad as well as preparing for a new recording schedule. |
| [17 September 2002] ADRIANGALE GETS EURO DISTRO |
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Z Records are happy to announce a special licence agreement with US label Kivel Records. Z Records will now be releasing US Act Adriangale throughout Europe and SE Asia, the deal covers the bands previous three releases plus two more further albums . The deal was drawn up between Z Records and Kivel after the recent success of the Re:Program import into Europe by Z, Mark Alger commented " The album had been imported by MJAP but it was seriously starting to become uneconomic to continue to do so, hence why this deal has been made between Z Records and Kivel in the States". This is the release schedule for Adriangale's back catalogue:
November 1st: RE:PROGRAM - + 1 Bonus tracks January 20th : FEEL THE FIRE - + 3 Bonus tracks Kivel Records: "We feel that this is a great move for all involved. We are happy to be working with Mark and all at Z Records. We are both for the same goal, to bring good music to the fans. We are confident that Z will only help us bring this fine band to the next level." |
| [17 September 2002] GET YOUR FREE TED POLEY TRACK |
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Visit www.zrecords.net and download the brand new track "Parachute" for free. The track is from the forthcoming album "Big" by Poley/Pichler. POLEY PICHELR - BIG
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| [17 September 2002] RIK EMMETT NEWS |
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Tickets for Rik Emmett’s performance on Friday, September 20th at Glenn Gould Studio are selling quickly. Tickets are $30.00, and are available by phone (416-205-5555, please hit “0” to reach an operator) or, at the box office which is located in the main lobby of the Canadian Broadcasting Centre, 250 Front Street West. For those of you experiencing trouble getting through to Glenn Gould Studio Box Office, we suggest that you try faxing in your order to 416-205-5551 or email it to ggstix@toronto.cbc.ca (Order forms are available at www.glenngouldstudio.ca ). Please note regular hours are 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and two hours prior to the performance. The concert, which is now just a few weeks away, is being presented by The Wave – Smooth Jazz 94.7 FM. Listen to The Wave for your chance to win tickets and a copy of Rik’s brand new CD Handiwork. You can also check out Rik’s “smooth morning chat” with Bob Farrell. And, Rik’s fans south of the border please don’t despair -- The Wave – Smooth Jazz 94.7 FM can also be heard on-line so you can get in on all the Rik E. action. Friends at home can catch our resident renaissance man on Sunday, September 15th in Jaymze Bee’s Celebrity Corner on Jazz FM 98. And, we do hope you had a chance to catch Rik on MOJO Radio on Tuesday, September 10th at Midday, chatting it up with Ripken, and offering up a little taste of Knuckleball Sandwich for lunch. If you missed it the first time, tune in next week to 680 News for a repeat of Rik’s recent interview with entertainment reporter Rudy Blair. Rik Emmett is also the subject of Greg Quill’s Sunday Feature – check out the Toronto Star’s interview this weekend – Sunday, September 15th! Just a reminder folks this concert will mark the first time Toronto audiences will be treated to a live concert performance of the original instrumental tracks Rik has created for his latest CD Handiwork. The evening will feature Rik in both an acoustic setting as well as in performance with his full band, with songs that run through a gamut of styles, encompassing the many different genres Rik enjoys exploring. It’s a show you’re not going to want to miss. After this home-town show Rik & company are jetting off to Los Angeles for the ASCAP Showcase & Songwriting Seminar. In addition to other events at the conference, Rik has been invited to host a guitar clinic which will be open to all professional and aspiring guitarists. Rik Emmett’s concert schedule continues to keep him busy. He wowed over 6,000 fans at the Buffalo Guitar Festival at Layfette Square, and has already been invited back to headline next year’s festival. Upwards of 7,000 people flocked to see Rik on stage with Kim Mitchell at the Mattawa Days Music Festival. Festival promoter Jaques Begin said this about the performance, “Rik Emmett memorized the crowd with a sensational performance. A crowd favourite, the reason he is one of the top ten guitarists in the world. Rik shows rank as one of the top 5 in Mattawa history!” 15,000 music fans attended Rik’s recent performance at the Fall River Festival in Rhode Island. His performance was an overwhelming success and prompted Festival President, Peter Kortright to send this message. “Rik Emmett was a smash hit as our Saturday night headliner Fall River Celebrates America 2002. Given the size and enthusiasm of the appreciative crowd, it is clear that he has a much larger following than I expected." For more concert highlights check out www.rikemmett.com. On related news, Rik will be playing these two shows next month: RIK EMMETT in NYC & PHILLY ! Thursday, Oct 17th
Saturday, Oct 19th
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| [12 September 2002] TOMMY DENANDER UPDATE |
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This is an update on Tommy Denander's latest projects. After a two month battle with bad health Tommy is getting back to work again.
For more information in detail please check out his official website - http://www.tommydenander.com RADIOACTIVE - YEAH
JIM JIDHED - FULL CIRCLE
GUITARS FOR FREEDOM II
STREET TALK - RESTORATION
TRIBUTE TO BOSTON
JASON BECKER TRIBUTE - WARMTH OF THE WILDERNESS II
AOR - L.A REFLECTIONS
UNITED - 9/11 Charity CD
THE HIT MEN Productions 2002
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| [11 September 2002] JOURNEY'S RED 13 TO BE RELEASED ON EUROPE |
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Frontiers Records is finally proud to confirm the release of the brand new JOURNEY EP "Red 13" for all the territories of Europe and Asia. "Red 13" includes four amazing brand new songs unavailable elsewhere ! The tracklisting of the EP is as follows : 1. STATE OF GRACE
2. THE TIME
3. WALKIN AWAY FROM THE EDGE
4. I CAN BREATHE
The JOURNEY line-up featured on "Red 13" includes:
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| [11 September 2002] ZINNY J ZAN SOLO DEBUT |
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After a 11 year hiatus from America Zinny J Zan (X-Shotgun Messiah vocalist) will be releasing his first ever solo effort titled "City Boy Blues"..slated for a September 24th release date. This truly amazing hard rock opus highlights Zinny's roots from previous bands such as Easy Action to Shotgun Messiah. Also known in Sweden as the Tour Manager in TV3's rock show "Wannabe". With cuts like "City Boy Blues", Grin 'n' Bear It", Hollywood", "Stand Up For Your Rights", "Wild As A Rose" and the first single "Point Of No Return". There's no question that Zinny has returned to the hard rock scene with a flair and a vengeance..for more info please visit www.fastlanerecords.com |
| [11 September 2002] LION MUSIC NEWS |
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Press release: Business news: We are very happy to announce that we will be working with Generation Rock / Alive as our German distributor. All promotion in Germany will be handled by Birgitt Schwanke's company GerMusica. In Benelux our promotion will be handled by Hard Life Promotions. Coming releases, October 2002: King of Darkness - Triple Whammy
Dave Martone - A Demon's Dream
Star Queen - Faithbringer
Edward Box - Plectrumhead
For those of you who have been waiting for the second volume of Warmth in the Wilderness - A Tribute to Jason Becker part II we can announce that it will be out in December or January. The album will be a double dose of high quality shred from guys such as: : Marty Friedman, Steve Vai, Ronni Le Tekro, Slav Simanic, Lars Eric Mattsson and many more. Expect another press release about this album shortly. all the best
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| [11 September 2002] LEE, SAMBORA ‘BANG’ IT OUT |
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Tommy Lee, Richie Sambora and Chris Robinson all contribute to the soundtrack album for ‘The Banger Sisters’, a movie about two groupies, starring Goldie Hawn (Robinson’s mother-in-law!) and Susan Sarandon. The record includes the following: ‘The Red Road’ - Chris Robinson, ‘Fame’ – Tommy Lee (a cover of the Bowie classic), ‘One Last Goodbye’ – Richie Sambora, ‘Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood’ – Trevor Rabin, ‘Hour Of Need’ – Peter Frampton, ‘Child Of Mine’ – Roger Daltrey, ‘Crushed’ – Buckcherry and ‘Rock Me’ – Steppenwolf. |
| [11 September 2002] TYLER’S EX-WIFE LOSES CANCER BATTLE |
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Cyrinda Foxe-Tyler, the former wife of Aerosmith vocalist Steven Tyler, has lost her battle against cancer. The couple were divorced in the ’80s, and had one daughter, the model Mia Tyler. AOR-Europe sends condolences to all concerned. |
| [11 September 2002] MAIDEN RAID THE ARCHIVES |
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Iron Maiden are to release a set containing three double CDs on November 4, under the title ‘Eddie Archives’. The first of these CDs, ‘BBC Archives’ features the band’s session for ‘The Friday Rock Show’ in 1979, their Reading Festival performances in 1980 and ’82, plus their headlining set at Donington in 1988. All of these were produced by TotalRock’s Tony Wilson. ‘Beast Over Hammersmith’ features the band’s 1982 set recorded at London’s Hammersmith Odeon on the ‘Number Of The Beast’ tour, while ‘Best Of The B’Sides’ includes songs from various Maiden B sides over the years. There will also be a ‘Edward The Great’ compilation released on the same day, featuring 16 of the band’s most popular songs. And the artwork for the latter is to be made available for free download at www.ironmaiden.com. |
| [10 September 2002] NEW HANOI ROCKS ALBUM |
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The new Hanoi Rocks album will be released on October 21st, 2002. The working title for the album is "13 Shots On The Rocks". |
| [10 September 2002] JOHN TAGLIERI'S CHARITY SONG |
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Maximum Velocity Records, along with Leap Dog Music and Ego Trip Entertainment, is proud to announce that John Taglieri will be performing his newest single, "Angels Among Us" on 9/11 in Harrison, NJ. The township is dedicating a monument on that day that has been built in honor of those lost in the 9/11 tragedies. The monument has actual pieces of the Twin Towers in it. After hearing John perform the song at another event, they immediately inquired and hired him to perform it at their dedication ceremony. The song will also be used that night to raise money for charities to be designated by the Harrison Council. The ceremony will be in Roosevelt Park in Harrison, NJ and will be broadcast on Channel 34 locally. The song is a powerful, haunting ballad about the events of September 11th and the ensuing war. It has stirred the hearts of all that have heard it, frequently quieting entire rooms at Taglieri's live shows. Speaking from his heart and singing from his soul, Taglieri delivers the song with such emotion that one cannot help but feel the desperation and sincere sympathy that he conveys to his listeners. Other organizations have also taken notice of the song and Taglieri. On 9/7, Taglieri will be performing the song in Jersey City for the Governors of NY & NJ, several Mayors and Rudy Guliani, as well as dignitaries from every organization involved in last years efforts. On 9/10, Taglieri will perform the song in Jersey City, NJ at a commemoration Ceremony to be held in Exchange Place. On 9/13 & 9/14, The Newark Bears and Riverfront Stadium in Newark, NJ, are working with Taglieri and his label where Taglieri will be performing the National Anthem prior to the game, and will perform "Angels Among Us" during the 7th inning stretch on the 13th and prior to a fireworks celebration on the 14th. The stadium will also be selling copies of the song both evenings with the proceeds going to a charity of their choice. John will also be performing the song live on 9/14 on 90.3 WESS Radio(East Stroudsburg, PA) and on 9/17on Channel 12 TV-NJ. Other events are being scheduled for 9/12 & 9/20. "John Taglieri is one of the finest songwriters I have met in years and it is our privilege to help release this song in memory of 9/11." said Scott Patterson, Founder of Maximum Velocity Records. "We want all to get involved and spread this great song, as it deserves to be heard. We are going to be setting up an MP3 download of the song that can be purchased with the money going into donations and we will also be setting up a fund for the donations. We are already talking to various agencies about the best way to distribute the money and feel that this is a fitting tribute to those who have fallen." "I am thrilled and honored that these various organizations have decided to use my song to raise money and do some good in remembrance of this terrible situation" said Taglieri. "It's the most emotional song I have ever written…straight from my heart and with all the sympathy and respect I could offer for those lost in this terrible event. I hope it can do some good." "John Taglieri was in the unfortunate situation of seeing the events of 9/11 happen directly in front of him and "Angels Among Us" is the result of him taking a long hard look at those who came to NYC's rescue when it was needed the most..." said Dave Tedder of Ego Trip Entertainment, Taglieri's manager. For a full schedule of appearances that John will be making to perform this song, and for other charitable avenues, please stop by the website at http://JohnTaglieri.com and contact John's management. For further information, please contact management:
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| [10 September 2002] NEW NORWAY SONG FOR 9/11 REMEBRANCE |
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Norway, along with hard rock musicians from the New Jersey and New York area, recently joined forces to record a song called "Bridge Of Faith" for a charity CD in aid of 9/11 called "United -We All Come Together" which has been put together in England by journalist Nicky Baldrian, to be released Winter 2002. Recorded in an unplugged format features stellar performances by some of the best talent NJ has to offer. "Bridge Of Faith" was written by NORWAY guitarist Jim Santos. Joining Jim are fellow Norway members Glenn Pierson, Marty Brasington, and Joe Slattery, Departure/Tradia vocalist Dave Baldwin, solo artists Phil Vincent, Laura Diamond, John Taglieri, Johnny Lima, Atello's Larry Atello and Paul D'ani, October Baby's Lisa Bouchelle, Silent Witness' Anthony Fontayne and Glenn Taylor from The Kootz. To hear an MP3 clip and find out more about the song, the lyrics, the performances and the United benefit CD go to: http://www.norwayrocks.com/united.htm http://www.norwayrocks.com -Main website
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| [10 September 2002] JSS "Holding On" EP |
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Label: Frontiers Records
Tracklisting: 1. Holding On (taken from the forthcoming album “Prism” released on Frontiers Records on November the 11th 2002); 2. Send Her My Love (previously unreleased); 3. Again 2 Be Found (recorded live at the Gods festival 2002); 4. Stand Up (recorded live at the Gods festival 2002); 5. 4 U (taken from the album “Love Parade” reissued in budget price on Frontiers Records on November the 11th 2002); 6. Holding On (video) “Holding On” is an EP that serves as an appetizer for the launch of the coming JEFF SCOTT SOTO solo album entitles “Prism”.
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| [10 September 2002] SWEDEN ROCK RECORDS OCTOBER RELEASES |
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LOCOMOTIVE BREATH – ”Heavy Machinery” (SRR-001) The band was formed in 1995 by former Overdrive-guitarist Janne Stark. The début album ”Train Of Events” was released in 1997/98 in Europe as well as Japan. On the new album ”Heavy Machinery”, a well suitable title, the band is fronted by new singer Mattias Osbäck, a man that has received great press recognition. Besides this the music has become heavier, yet without losing the melodic touch. Musical comparisons have been made with bands like King’s X and Freak Kitchen. Guests: Roland Grapow (Helloween), Mattias Eklundh (Freak Kitchen), Tommy Denander, Pontus Norgren (Humanimal, Great King Rat, solo) and Micke ”Nord” Andersson. Some press quotes: ”It is as heavy as a piece of concrete and welded together like a bridge pillar made at the Karlskrona dockyard” Hanna Nilsson – BLT ”Mattias Osbäck is a find who sings with a classic British rock voice”. Jerry Prütz – Fuzz ”Locomotive Breath combine musical competence and virtuosity” Dennis Karlsson – Sweden Rock Magazine SPEARFISH – ”Affected By Time” (SRR-002) The band stems from the Swedish wilderness and also listens to the name ”power trio”. The fact that the singer/bass-player Thomas Thulin has vocal similarities with a certain Geddy Lee from another well-known trio is not a fact they try to hide. On the other hand SPEARFISH has picked influences not only from this trio, but also from several others, including Led Zeppelin, Uriah Heep and Deep Purple, to finally mix it up in their own musical pot. A highly habit-forming one, too. Behind the drums we find none less than Mick Nordström, producer extraordinaire and former drummer of Modest Attraction, Charizma and Cornerstone. Guest: John Nitzinger TWINBALL – ”Remnants Of A Broken Soul” (SRR-003) TWINBALL started their career as a Thin Lizzy cover band. When they finally decided to fly on their own wings they kept certain parts of the history, this in the shape of a strong twin-guitar concept. Musically they have however taken the influences into the new millennium with lead heavy guitars, strong melodic choruses and an amazing groove. They have also made an outstanding cover of Chris de Burgh’s “Don’t Pay The Ferryman”. Time to write new rock history! Guests: Robin George, Dave Hlubek (Molly Hatchet/SRA) and Jay Johnson (SRA) |
| [10 September 2002] SAXON THUNDER AGAIN |
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Saxon are to release an album called ‘Heavy Metal Thunder’ later this month on SPV. This features re-recordings of classic Saxon songs such as ‘Strong Arm Of The Law’, ‘Heavy Metal Thunder’, ‘Dallas 1pm’, ‘Princess Of The Night’ and ‘747 (Strangers In The Night’.). |
| [10 September 2002] HAGAR: YES TO VAN HALEN REUNION |
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Former Van Halen vocalist Sammy Hagar has now gone on record as saying that he feels a reunion with the band is “inevitable”. While the singer doesn’t give any hints as to when this might happen, he stresses, “How could it not happen?” |
| [10 September 2002] DREAM THEATER NEWS |
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Dream Theater and CBS's "The Early Show" In August, the information was leaked through the site of Elektra (the band's label) that Dream Theater would be performing on CBS' "The Early Show" in September 14th. However, the appearance was cancelled a few days later. Here is an explanation from the band about the cancellation. "We regret to announce that Dream Theater have been forced to cancel the appearance on the CBS Morning show. The show was only able to provide us with a performing situation that would have been "musically compromising" and one which would have given an improper representation of the band and its music. We're sorry to be disappointing any fans that were looking forward to the show, but to be honest we were hoping to not even make this possible appearance public until further information was provided to us first and unfortunately the information was prematurely leaked on Elektra's website." Mike Portnoy In-Store Appearance in New Jersey
"Office of Strategic Influence" update The name of the new project with Mike Portnoy, Jim Matheos (Fates Warning), Kevin Moore (Chroma Key) and Sean Malone (Gordian Knot, ex-Cynic) will be "OSI". The title of the project's debut album will be "Office of Strategic Influence". The album is scheduled for a release in early 2003 by InsideOut Music. Kevin Moore will be handling most of the lead vocals. Recording took place at the Carriage House Studios in Connecticut with Grammy Award-winning engineer Phil Magnotti. Tracks will include: * The New Math
The track "shutDOWN" will feature Steven Wilson from Porcupine Tree on vocals. For more information about Porcupine Tree, please visit their official site at:http://www.porcupinetree.com/ There are also plans for a limited edition two disc set of "Office of Strategic Influence". The second disc will include videos and bonus tracks. For more information about this project, please visit the "Office of Strategic Influence" news page at: http://www.dreamtheater.net/news_osi.htm John Petrucci's "Rock Discipline" to be re-released on DVD Warner Brothers will be re-releasing John Petrucci's instructional video "Rock Discipline" on DVD. The DVD should be ready within the next few months. In addition to the instructional material, the DVD will include exclusive behind-the-scenes footage with John, G3 Tour footage, "Petrucci's Interactive Guitar" and more. Mike Portnoy "Anthology Volume 1" transcription book Hudson Music released a transcription book entitled "Mike Portnoy, Anthology Volume 1" on July 29th, 2002. The book is a must-have for all Portnoy fans and for anyone who appreciates and wants to study his drumming. The book contains over 90 minutes of music transcribed note for note, performance notes by Mike, detailed transcription notes for each song, several original handwritten charts used by Mike in the studio, diagrams of Mike's various drum kits used on the recordings and photos taken throughout Mike's career. Mike Portnoy In-Store Appearance in New Jersey cancelled "I'm sorry but I've had to cancel my in-store appearance in NJ next week... The store is too far from the venue making it impossible to do the appearance and be able to make soundcheck in time. I apologize to any disappointed fans.... MP" |
| [10 September 2002] GERMANY'S TURN GET STRAIGHT UP WITH AUSTRALIA |
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One of Germany's top upcoming unsigned melodic rock bands hits the news this week with breaking news of a single to be recorded with one time Neighbours and Mission Impossible 2 star Amanda Easton. The single will be a cover version of the classic Paula Abdul number "Straight Up" More news as it comes in. www.turn-music.de |
| [8 September 2002] Z SIGN SHIVA |
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Z Records are pleased to announce the signing of their first ever female fronted act. Shiva are a hot new melodic hard rock act out of Sweden and their debut album has been recently completed and will be released November 11th. The band can compare to the much loved Saraya, but have their own sound.
The track listing for their debut is: 01 Marilyn
THIS WEEKS NEW RELEASE: Naro's "Glass Mountain" is released tomorrow September 9th !!!! Z WEBSITE HAS MAJOR FACE LIFT The Z Website has had a major face list check it out at www.zrecords.net |
| [8 September 2002] JOE PERRY'S ROMAN PROJECT |
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Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry has decided to call his label Roman Records. The first signees, Memphis crew the Porch Ghouls, will shortly start on their debut album with an as yet unspecified producer. |
| [8 September 2002] MOTLEY PLAN FAREWELL |
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Motley Crue will undertake a farewell tour in late 2003/early 2004, according to Nikki Sixx. This is being planned to coincide with the release of the movie based on the acclaimed Motley autobiography 'The Dirt'. Currently, the Crue bassist is working with LA Guns guitarist Tracii Guns, Adema drummer Kris Kohl and a singer called London on a new project. |
| [8 September 2002] MAC ON THE ROAD |
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Fleetwood Mac are to tour America next spring, on the back of their first new studio album since 1987's 'Tango In The Night'. The line-up will include Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Lindsay Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. The band also have a double CD greatest hits album issued next month. |
| [8 September 2002] REID GETS A 'LIFT' |
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Living Colour guitarist Vernon Reid has teamed up with DJ Logic to release an album titled 'Front End Lifter', under the project name of the Yohimbe Brothers. It features guest appearances from various members of Living Colour. |
| [8 September 2002] NUGENT OFFERS POP STAR HUNTING LESSONS |
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Ted Nugent is offering to teach 'N Sync's Lance Bass how to hunt.for a mere $1 million. The offer has come after Bass failed to raise the $20 million required by NASA to visit the International Space Station. And the Nuge is offering to sweeten the deal by throwing in a few guitar lessons! |
| [8 September 2002] MORE BUCKETHEAD |
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Guns N' Roses guitarist Buckethead is to release another solo album, 'Electric Tears', on the Meta label early in October. This follows on from 'Bermuda Triangle', a solo record from the man which was only recently released. Obviously, Buckethead is proving to be rather more prolific than GNR. |
| [8 September 2002] METALLICA: HAMMETT STABBED! |
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Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has been stabbed.by his surfboard! The accident happened when Hammett was tossed by a wave, and he needed half-a-dozen stitches in his arm. |
| [8 September 2002] PHIL VINCENT "Slow Burn" |
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Phil Vincent's brand new CD "SLOW BURN" is completed and the mastering should be finished by mid August. Expected release date is October 2002 on Nightmare Records. You'll notice alot more guitar on this release. Phil used 16 tracks just for guitars and the sound is heavy!!!!! The line-up for this release is: Phil Vincent: All Vocals,Lead and Rhythm Guitars,Keys Glenn Cipalone: Bass Tane DeAngelis: Drums,Keys Billy Roux: Lead Guitar on "Clone" & "Writing on the Wall" Recorded at The Muzik Room, Rhode Island Production was handled by Phil Vincent & Russ Martin this time around. Mixing & Mastering by Russ Martin & Phil Vincent Songs include: 1. Clone 2. Starting Over 3. One Good Reason 4. Caught in the Moment 5. Differently 6. You Fool No One 7. Angela 8. Writing on the Wall 9. Slow Burn 10. Here in My Heart 11. Love is Everything 12. Hideaway 13. Passing Judgement 14. I Still Think of You GET READY TO ROCK!!!!!!!! |
| [6 September 2002] JEFF SCOTT SOTO |
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Frontiers Records are pleased to announce all details concerning the forthcoming EP from Jeff Scott Soto, entitled "Holding On". The title track of the EP will be included on the forthcoming full album "Prism", which will be released by Frontiers Records on November 11th, 2002. "Holding On" will also include an exclusive unavailable elsewhere studio version of the Journey classic "Send Her My Love", plus two live tracks recorded at the last Gods Festival in Bradford, UK on June 2nd 2002 - "Again 2 Be Found" and "Stand Up". The EP shall also include a song taken from the first Jeff Scott Soto solo album "Love Parade" (to be reissued in budget price by Frontiers Records and released together with the new album "Prism" on November 11th), "4 U" and the exclusive interactive MPG video of "Holding On". "Holding On" is planned for an exclusive European release on October the 7th 2002. |
| [6 September 2002] PRAYING MANTIS |
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Frontiers Records are finally pleased to announce that the British melodic hard rock quintet is finally hard at work to give the critically acclaimed album "Nowhere To Hide" a top quality follow up. The album – as yet untitled - is currently being recorded in the UK and will see the return of the ex singer Colin Peel in the line up on lead vocals. The label hopes to release the new record in Europe and North America in the spring 2003. |
| [6 September 2002] STREET LEGAL |
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A few words from Street Legal's Bjorn Boge: "After the terrible bus accident last summer I am extremely happy to announce that I'm still alive and kickin' (err…:-) I am back in shape both mentally and physically after a two week summer session in the martial art of Nanbudo. www.nanbudo.com 5 hours of daily training under the supervision of legendary martial artist Doshu Nanbu (10th dan, the founder of Nanbudo) is probably not the average holiday schedule. But on the beach, in the beautiful little town of Playa d'Aro - north of Barcelona - Spain, I had a blast with 50 other black belts from all over Europe and Africa. This autumn I will be one of the instructors in my club back home in Oslo- Oslo Karateklubb . Anyone interested in joining a beginners class can contact me @ bjorn@streetlegal.no No kidding… Besides of being back in shape, I will soon announce the new Street Legal line up. There will also be a complete redesign and update of our site www.streetlegal.no Please excuse me for not being able to maintain the site lately. But I hope everyone can understand that my health has been my main priority the last year. I was pretty close (2cm- and a broken spleen-to be exact..) to join Cliff Burton, Randy Rhoades and Cozy Powell in the great hard rock orchestra in the sky. (R.I.P) But it was my lucky day. And I am only the happiest guy in the world still being able to both sing and play bass down here on mother earth. Street Legal have a lot of strong material coming up. Expect some more killer-in your face-melodic hard rock in the vein of our 1st album "Thunderdome". I look forward to start touring with the new line-up and begin the recording of our 2nd album . Look out for a release spring 2003. We have a pleasant surprise for fans of a certain well known singer…" |
| [5 September 2002] HOGARTH SHOWS |
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From Steve Hogarth Hello Earthlings, A last reminder and well-intentioned nudge that my h shows are imminent! [See details on our Tour Dates section - News Ed.] It's the same terrifying band as last year, featured on the now acclaimed SpiritBody live album. If you can't make the gigs, the experience can be yours on CD from http://www.marillion.com/discog/hlive/index.html... and you can also read what the fans are saying on the forums. Someone said it was the best live album since Deep Purple's "Made in Japan" (my favourite live album!). There's a reason for this - it's a stunning live band and you HAVE to see it! Trust me.. Love and handstands
All ticket ordering details - and details of a live webcast of the show from Amsterdam! - are available from http://www.marillion.com/tour/ |
| [5 September 2002] ROBERT FLEISCHMAN "World In Your Eyes" |
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Frontiers Records is pleased to announce the return to the market of former Journey and Vinnie Vincent Invasion singer Robert Fleischman. His album is finally ready to be unleashed on October 21st, 2002! “World In Your Eyes” has been produced by Kelly Hansen of Hurricane fame and features such guests as Josh Ramos (The Storm, Hardline) on lead guitars and songwriting, Rusty Anderson (Billie Myers, Paul McCartney, Athenaeum) on guitar, Richie Onori (Heaven & Earth) on drums and Marvin Sperling (Heaven & Earth) on bass.
The final track listing is: World In Your Eyes . Heaven to Me . The Crush . Words Aren't Enough . Over My Head . Look at the Dream . Only Room For One . I Can t Sleep At Night . Just One Kiss . Walking On Fire Over My Head was been written by none other than Bryan Adams with Dave Pickell and is a real gem for all melodic rockers! Artwork courtesy of Chuck Wright (Heaven & Earth, Giant, Terry Brock) |
| [5 September 2002] MISSA MERCURIA NEWS |
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GerMusica Promotion & Management now has taken over all management and press co-ordinations for the epic project MISSA MERCURIA. The organizer of this project, Karin Forstner, just has signed a record deal with German label GENERATION RECORDS for the European territory. The release is scheduled for November 18th, 2002. Distribution in GAS will be handled by Al!ve Music. Distributors for more countries will be announced very soon. In Japan, the CD will be released on Marquee on Sept. 21st. The concept deals with the story of the goddess Mercuria and can be checked out on the project's homepage at www.missamercuria.com Below, you can find a list of vocalists and musicians performing on the album: D.C. Cooper as Firegod (SILENT FORCE)
Drums: Andreas Lill (VANDEN PLAS)
The album was produced and engineered by Dennis Ward (Angra, Pink Cream 69, Vanden Plas, D.C. Cooper) at the House of Audio Studios in Karlsdorf, Germany and mixed by Achim Köhler (Primal Fear, Silent Force, Sinner) at the House of Music Studios in Winterbach, Germany. "Missa Mercuria" will also be available as special digi-pack CD as well as a vinyl release. The press campaign for Germany will be handled by GerMusica Promotion in co-operation with Generation Records. GerMusica
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| [5 September 2002] THUNDER RECORD |
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Thunder are to record a four-track EP, which is to be sold during the upcoming Monsters Of Rock UK tour (sponsored by TotalRock) However, fans will be able to pre-order copies very shortly via the internet. Check www.bowesandmorley.com or www.townsend-records.co.uk for the latest news on this. |
| [5 September 2002] SIMMONS GETS INTO BOOKS |
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Kiss’ Gene Simmons ever expanding empire has now seen the man move into the book world. He’s just started a spoken word company called Simmons Audio, which will showcase celebrities reading various books. The first offering is ‘Kiss And Make Up’, read by…Gene Simmons. Well, it is his autobiography. |
| [5 September 2002] HENSLEY’S FOURSOME |
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Former Uriah Heep keyboard maestro Ken Hensley is planning to record four new albums in the near future. They are: ‘Born Again’ (reworkings of classic Heep songs featuring his current band, Free Spirit), ‘Opramenko’ (a 15-track album of all new songs from Free Spirit), ‘Decadent Dozen’ (new versions of Hensley solo songs) and ‘Mixed Messages’ (new recordings of Hensley ballads that span his entire career). |
| [5 September 2002] MADISON PAIGE DEBUT ALBUM |
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Press release: August 30, 2002) Los Angeles, CA – If time flies while you’re having fun, then for MADISON PAIGE time has become damn-near supersonic. These young melodic hard rockers, who come across as a refreshing mix of Bon Jovi and Stone Temple Pilots, are currently enjoying their one year anniversary of bucking the boy band brigade, throwing a finger to the nu-metal trend mongers, and sending the jam bands packing. In celebration of this landmark moment in the band’s history, MADISON PAIGE are thrilled to announce that pre-orders for their debut album, "Famous Last Words," are now being accepted through their website, www.madisonpaige.net. Recorded at Vortex Studios, the 12-song album seamlessly blends adrenalin-inducing anthems and tender ballads into a stunning tapestry of radio ready-hooks and musical prowess, all woven together by a sense of urgency that only youth can bring. Pre-ordered copies will not only be autographed by every band member, but will be available at the special price of only $10 each (including shipping) and will be shipped a full 6 weeks before the official street date, which is tentatively set for January 2003. Confirmed for inclusion on the album are: “Any Day Now,” “Bind,” “Breakin’ My Heart,” “Heaven In Hand,” “Hold Me Over.” “Fear And Storm Unite,” “Next To You, “Nothing Denied,” “The One That Got Away,” “Restrained,” “Stay This Way,” and “When I’m Gone.” But it doesn’t end there. Members of the band’s e-mail list have been given a special code word that will entitle them to an exclusive limited edition CD of unreleased MADISON PAIGE material FREE with their pre-order. The reason for this, as drummer Richie Rivera explains, is simple: “One of the most annoying things about a lot bands today is this sense of entitlement which they seem to have. We can never express enough how thankful we are that so many people have embraced what we’ve been doing over this last year…but with a free CD, we can sure try!” “We’re keeping the tracklisting for the bonus CD a secret,” adds guitarist Damon Valley. “Let’s just say that if you like what we do, you’re gonna love it!” For ordering information and to sign up on the MADISON PAIGE e-mail list, visit www.madisonpaige.net. MADISON PAIGE
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| [5 September 2002] THE ALCHEMIST "Songs From The West Side" |
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The Alchemist - "Songs from the Westside"
The Alchemist is the brainchild of composer/producer/multi- instrumentalist Carl Kennedy, who most recently was the drummer in the Greg Lake band. "Songs From the Westside" is a collection of well crafted songs that blend intricate tribal rhythms with guitar driven passion. Powerful and dynamic with just a hint of blue eyed soul. Comparisons from Traffic to ELP to Marillion to King Crimson come to mind. Hear MP3 samples from The Alchemist at: www.mkcdstore.com (enter "Alchemist" in search box on homepage to be directed to MP3 samples) U.S. Release Date: September 3, 2002
Track Listing: Right Before My Eyes * ‘Til the End* Full Moon Rising * Hypnotized Westside * Taboo* Fools at the Wheel Right Before My Eyes (instrumental) M&K Sound Entertainment
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| [4 September 2002] SWEDEN ROCK RECORDS |
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Sweden Rock Records is a new record label with the musical concept as basically the only common factor with the magazine and festival. Soo… what is Sweden Rock music? More or less the musical territory that lies between seventies-oriented hard rock, past melodic hard rock and AOR to today’s heavy metal. Our aim is to dig out and present new and fresh, as well as old but highly interesting bands, Swedish as well as non-Swedish. Sweden Rock Records makes a flying start with three strong Swedish aces in the hole. First out is a re-release of LOCOMOTIVE BREATH’s album “Heavy Machinery”. Heavy and riff-oriented hard rock with a melodic touch and now with an extra track. As a parallel partner we present SPEARFISH and their second album “Affected By Time” for all fans of slightly Zeppelin-tainted hard rock with a modern touch. On the left wing we find a new and fresh dark horse – TWINBALL, who could be described as a young, heavy and modern distant relative of classic Thin Lizzy. All three strong and fresh proofs that Swedish hard rock is of international top-notch class. If you however think we’re satisfied with these three teasers, boy, you’re wrong! Within the next six months we have another bunch of highly interesting releases lined up for your heads! For further information, please contact: Johannes Lindström Phone: +46 (0)456-31788 |
| [4 September 2002] AXEL RUDI PELL FORTHCOMING RELEASES |
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Here comes the tracklist for the upcoming Axel Rudi Pell live CD "Knights Live": CD 1: 1) Edge Of The World, 2) Nasty Reputation, 3) Tear Down The Walls, 4) Medley: Masquerade Ball / Casbah / Drumsolo / Stargazer / Casbah, 5) Follow The Sign, 6) Fool Fool CD 2: 1) Carousel, 2) The Clown Is Dead, 3) Call Her Princess, 4) Snake Eyes, 5) Warrior line-up:
The DVD "Knight Treasures (LIVE and more)" will include all those tracks plus interviews with the band members, after show pics from the gig at the Zeche in Bochum/ Germany, "The Making Of Shadow Zone", the videos for "The Cry Of The Gypsy" (from 1994, with Jeff Scott Soto on vocals) and Steeler's classic single hit from 1986/ 87, "The Deeper The Night" and some more stuff.
Both titles are scheduled for a release on October 21st on Steamhammer/ SPV. |
| [4 September 2002] ALTARIA SIGNED TO AOR HEAVEN |
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Finnish melodic metal band Altaria have signed a two album contract with the German label AOR Heaven. The debut album will be released around february-march 2003 by AOR Heaven's sublabel Metal Heaven. The band will start the recordings of their first album at Sonic Pump Studios in Helsinki in September. The debut album entitled Foundation will include 11 songs. Altaria is also touring Finland in November. Links: Altaria: http://www.altariamusic.com/
Altaria Lineup: Jani Liimatainen - Guitars
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| [3 September 2002] DVS RECORDS NEWS |
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DVS Records signs Danish band Chrome Shift. The band recently signed a management deal with Intromental Management and now have signed a worldwide deal with DVS for the release of their debut album early 2003. You can preview the new Heaven's Cry CD "Primal Power Addiction" on the DVS website, and there's s till one week to go to win a signed copy of this long awaited new CD. Former DVS artists Wolverine signs to Elitist / Earache records for the next album, with an option for 3 more. The label is sad to see them go, but on the other hand they are proud that one of their bands can sign to a major label. |
| [3 September 2002] IRON CROSS RE-ISSUED ON CD |
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One of the flashier Finnish hard rock bands of the eighties was Iron Cross. Now their album "Too Hot To Rock" has been reissued on CD by EMI Finland. The band hasn't been together for years, and only the drummer Jimmy "Jimbo" Hammer is still in the music business. In fact, he just joined forces with up 'n coming hard rock band Battagia... |
| [3 September 2002] FINNISH METAL ALLIANCE |
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A finnish metal label Low Ferquency Records (located in Vantaa) and Mastervox Records (located in Oulu) have signed a deal of alliance. Low Frequency Records will release Mastervox titles on their label from the beginning of October 2002. First releases will be albums from EMBRAZE, SOLUTION 13 (featuring members of Afterworld and Sentenced), REVEREND BIZZARRE, MYON (whose first album was licensed to Noise Records) and KALIBAN. |
| [3 September 2002] GENIUS "Part I - A Human Into Dream's World" |
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This Rock Opera is one of the most exciting and eagerly awaited releases of the year featuring an incredible cast of singers involved: Mark Boals (ex Malmsteen, Ring Of Fire) as "Genius"; Lana Lane as "Doorkeeper"; Daniel Gildenlow (Pain Of Salvation) as "TwinSpirit n. 32"; Chris Boltendahl (Grave Digger) as "Stationmaster"; Joe Vana (Mecca) as "King McChaos Consultant"; Steve Walsh (Kansas) as "Wild Tribe King"; John Wetton (Asia) as "McChaos King"; Oliver Hartmann (At Vance) as "Wild Tribe Consultant"; Midnight (ex Crimson Glory) as "Maindream"; With: Philip Bynoe (Steve Vai, Ring Of Fire) as "The Storyteller"; Choir: Olaf Senkbeil (Dreamtide); Hachy Hackmann; Chris Bolthendal (Grave Digger). According to the label: "The music included on Genius is powerful yet majestic and melodic and is guaranteed to please at the same time the fans of Asia, Kansas, Dream Theater, Queensryche with some slight Power Metal influences!" Tracklist: Without Me Today; The Right Place; Paradox; Twin Spirits Land; All Your Acts; Dreams; My Pride; There's A Human; Father; Terminate; I'm Afraid Release date: October 23, 2002 on Frontiers Records. |
| [3 September 2002] MAIDEN RAISE £8000 FOR CHARITY |
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Iron Maiden have raised around £8000 for the Clive Burr Multiple Sclerosis Trust Fund via their recent online auction. This charity was set up after it was revealed that former Maiden drummer Burr was suffering from the disease. |
| [3 September 2002] MEGADETH ‘ALIVE’ |
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Megadeth will issue a posthumous compilation CD called ‘Still, Alive…And Well?’ later this month through Sanctuary. It features both live and studio recordings. And former Mega mainman Dave Mustaine is making progress in his battle to fully recover the use of his arm, injury to which forced the band to split up. |
| [3 September 2002] HALFORD GUITARIST STARTS NEW PROJECT |
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Mike Chlasiak, guitarist with Halford, is putting together a new side project called Pain Museum. He’s currently looking for a suitable heavy metal vocalist (male or female). Think you fit the bill? Contact chris@rickdorfman.com |
| [3 September 2002] QUIREBOYS JOIN MONSTERS |
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The Quireboys are the latest band to join the Monsters Of Rock tour, They team up with Alice Cooper and Thunder, with one more act to be confirmed. The dates are London Wembley Arena November 16, Brighton Centre 17, Bournemouth International Centre 19, Manchester Arena 20, Newcastle Arena 21 (new date), Glasgow Clyde Auditorium 22, Birmingham NEC 23, Cardiff International Arena 25. |
| [3 September 2002] TOMMY LEE REALITY SHOW CANNED |
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VH1 have cancelled plans for a reality TV show starring Tommy Lee. No official reason has been given, but it might have something to do with the huge numbers of similar shows being planned with celebrities, following the success of ‘The Osbournes’. |
| [3 September 2002] TRIBUTE TO METALLICA |
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In Flames, Nevermore, Apocalyptica and Dark Tranquillity are all to have songs featured on the upcoming Metallica tribute album called ‘A Tribute To The Four Horsemen’, due for release by Nuclear Blast in December. In Flames have covered ‘Eye Of The Beholder’, while other tracks include ‘Ride The Lightning’ – Nevermore, ‘Seek & Destroy’ – Primal Fear, ‘Harvester Of Sorrow’ – Apocalyptica and ‘My Friend Of Misery’ – Dark Tranquillity’. |
| [3 September 2002] HETFIELD DONATES LAND |
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Doing his bit for the environment, Metallica’s James Hetfield has just bought land in San Rafael, California, and he’s donated 438 acres of this to the Marin County Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services. But only on the condition that it can’t have property built on it. |
| [3 September 2002] AXL: LATEST CRAZY RUMOUR! |
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According to reports in America, Axl has had plastic surgery that’s gone wrong. This explanation was put forward for his refusal to meet journalists at the recent MTV Video Music Awards, where Guns N’ Roses performed live. |
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Archived News, August 2002
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