Day in Rock Report for 07/28/2010
Stone Temple Pilots have added another month of dates to their upcoming Fall Tour. The band is touring support of their new self-titled comeback album, which hit stores at the end of May. Their fall tour dates are set to kick off on September 16th in San Diego, Ca and will wrap up on October 16th in Pensacola, FL.
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Avenged Sevenfold have a reason to tune-in to MTV2 this week as the band has taken over the station's rock programming during the week and will host "Headbangers' Ball" and "Rock the Deuce" all week. As if that's not all, the band have announced a live concert webcast. The take-over is in support of the band's new album, Nightmare, which was released by Warner Bros Records yesterday. Now about that webcast: "In honor of all the fans around the world who have supported us during this difficult year, and throughout our career, we are excited to announce we are broadcasting a special live concert webcast this Saturday, July 31, at 7 PM EST from Syracuse, NY," said the band. The webcast can be seen at:
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Express & Star had big news for Ronnie James Dio fans that couldn't make the big tribute gig last weekend in London. There are plans afoot for an all-star filled tribute album and a U.S. tribute show next Spring. Here is what they had to say: Moments after coming off stage at the Ronnie James Dio tribute show on Saturday, July 24th at Victoria Park in London, UK, Glenn Hughes (ex-Deep Purple, Black Sabbath) revealed exclusively to the Express & Star that there will be a tribute album, "with some mega stars", to raise funds for the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund, as well as a major show in Los Angeles in March.
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We received word from The Postelles about last week's now infamous Kings of Leon pigeon poop gig. The Postelles were one of the openers who braved through their entire set while being dive bombed with bird droppings. Here is what we received: his past Friday evening in St. Louis, The Postelles played a now legendary show with Kings of Leon, which was cut short following an astonishing, and highly reported upon, series of events. The Postelles would like to release the following statement regarding this show: "It was truly an honor to open up for the Kings of Leon on Friday night in St. Louis. Unfortunately, it was a s***-storm for everyone involved. Amongst other things, a bird fell from the rafters and died while our drummer was setting up (services to be held next week), very fine clothing was ruined throughout the entire night (the laundry bill was rough!), and our equipment was completely covered with...well, you get the point. On a positive note, our bassist John developed some really excellent/awkward dance moves while trying to avoid the falling onslaught from the flock in the sky. We look forward to coming back to St. Louis - hopefully indoors this time."
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Linkin Park will headline the in-game soundtrack for Electronic Arts Inc's Medal of Honor with a song from their new album A Thousand Suns (releasing on September 14).. The song, entitled "The Catalyst," will be featured in an exclusive trailer directed by the band's Joe Hahn. The trailer is a unique first-of-its-kind mix of live footage and intense modern military action from the Medal of Honor game and will be released exclusively on August 1 at www.medalofhonor.com/linkinpark, one day before the song is released to radio, iTunes and other media. Check out a preview of the song today at www.medalofhonor.com/linkinpark. "Medal of Honor marks the beginning of an innovative new relationship between EA and Linkin Park," said Steve Schnur, Worldwide Executive, Music and Music Marketing, EA. "I've personally known the band since 1999, and they have always been an intensely creative group who understand the power of videogames and have wanted to explore and expand the medium's possibilities. 'The Catalyst' is one of the most anticipated tracks of the year, and the combination of this new song and Joe Hahn's distinctive visual dynamic re-sets the bar in our commitment to bringing together landmark EA games with artists whose talents go far beyond music."
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The Jayhawks founder Mark Olson's new solo album, Many Colored Kite, hit stores yesterday via Ryko and he's hitting the road to promote it. Here is the announcement: The critically-acclaimed artist, whose influential catalogue spans 25 years, has also just announced his upcoming U.S. tour in support of the July 27th release. Olson will be accompanied on this acoustic tour by multi-instrumentalist Ingunn Ringvold, who co-wrote two songs with Olson on Many Colored Kite. Also in support of the new CD, Ryko offers a download/stream of the new single, "Bluebell Song" here Many Colored Kite is the gifted troubadour's long-awaited follow-up to his 2007 personal milestone, Salvation Blues, a soul-searching album of loss and change which further cemented Olson's reputation as one of the true heroes of the folk/roots scene and garnered rave reviews for its autobiographical, often painful songs.
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UK fans of the new supergroup Black Country Communion will have lots of format choices when you decide to pick up the band's debut album. Here is the announcement:The new rock supergroup featuring Joe Bonamassa (guitar, vocals), Glenn Hughes (vocals, bass), Jason Bonham (drums)and Derek Sherinian (keyboards) will release their forthcoming self-titled debut album in the following 3 formats; Limited Edition 2-Disc CD/DVD, CD, and vinyl. The album will be released in the UK on September 20th by Mascot Records. Format #1 Limited Edition 2-Disc CD/DVD Features 12 album tracks on CD, plus a bonus DVD that features interviews with the band, exclusive studio and live images, Kevin Shirley's (Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin) album production notes, "The Great Divide" music video, 'Behind The Scenes' in-studio footage, plus live tracks as performed by BCC at Riverside, California.
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Welcome to Singled Out! where we ask artists to tell us the inside story of their latest single. Today Evans Blue tell us about "Erase My Scars" and "Sick Of It " from their brand new self-titled album, which hit stores this week. Here are the stories:Erase My Scars: It seems we all have this idea that no matter what happens in life, happens for a reason. This song is not about looking for answers, but more or less calling out this "higher being" for people to understand that what happens to us in life, is just that... life. There never has to be an explanation as to why something is unfair for some people or how some people are more fortunate. These questions will only be answered by you. It seems like we can only feel comfort by placing the responsibility on what's truly unimaginable. I find it far easier to believe that WE have the strength to get through life by having no choice but to hold life responsible. There may be no answers, and we may feel we need to be angry or hold someone or something accountable for what has happened... but in reality, the only way we truly get through this pain is to accept the fact that these scars will never completely fade away. When Parker came to me with the guitar riff, I really felt the mood of this song was exactly where I was at the time. The song came together fast and felt "right". We recorded the song shortly after with our producer Trevor Kustiak. This song took shape just as easily as we could hear it in our heads. Sick Of It This was one of the first songs we recorded for the album. I felt like it could easily be identified by anyone. It's about having someone in your life that you are simply better off without. We've all gone through the same story of some miserable person trying to hold us down... until you finally open your eyes and realize that not only are you better off without them, but you can clearly see right through them. You stand up and say "I'm done with this s***"... You finally realize that there is no such thing as changing someone.. they are who they are. Keep moving forward.. no more walking on egg shells.. no more trying to please someone who will never be pleased... and at the end of the day, this song is all about removing the weight from your shoulders, opening your eyes, throwing up a middle finger, and taking control of your own life. Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the songs, listen for yourself and learn more about the album
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Welcome to Singled Out! where we ask artists to tell us the inside story of their latest single. Today A Clever Con tells us about "Heroin(e)" from their debut release, "The Robot EP". Here is the story:It's not every day that you hear that a drug addiction saved the future of a rock band
. Usually it's the other way around, but for the boys in A Clever Con, it's a story that they tell in their music, shows and their history as a band. Their song, "Heroin(e)" retells the events and emotions that occurred when singer Mike Dietz was in a serious relationship with a struggling heroin addict, one who also suffered from bipolar disorder. It started off as your typical "boy-meets-girl" love story, but shortly into the relationship Mike learned of her addiction. He was faced with an internal decision leave her or try and save her. He made the choice to stay with her as she swore that she would kick her addiction and give up the drugs for him and their relationship. Meanwhile, A Clever Con was at a crossroads. After their debut performance, their bass player and drummer left the band without warning or provocation. Mike and guitarist Ryan Marsa were without a rhythm section after a year of hard work and writing. They were back at the drawing board staring a bleak and uncertain musical future. Things seem to be going on track for Mike and his girlfriend. That is, until she attended a funeral for Mike's family member high. It caused extreme outrage in his family leading them to give him an ultimatum - ditch her or leave home. He held onto the hope that he could save her and decided to move in with her where he could monitor her actions more closely. This proved not to be an easy task. He attended rehab meetings with her (and fellow drug addicts) and helped her along through seemingly endless nights of withdrawal symptoms. Her psychological disorder took effect too, causing violent outbursts and personality shifts. Mike tried only in vain to rid her of her addiction and sickness. He'd catch her in public high or sneaking out of their apartment in the middle of the night to shoot up.
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The Devil Wears Prada are planning the release of an interesting new package. Here is the announcement: "ZOMBIE, The EP Comic," a limited-edition, traditional-sized comic book based on the fictionalized adventures of rising metalcore band The Devil Wears Prada, bundled with the band's upcoming "Zombie EP" (Ferret), will be available at retail exclusively at all Hot Topic stores for $9.99 beginning August 24. The Zombie bundle can also be ordered on the band's website. The 14-page "ZOMBIE, The EP Comic," was written by JL Bourne who penned "Day by Day Armageddon - A Zombie Novel," considered one of the best zombie novels ever written, and tells the story of five combat soldiers, armed with a hi-tech arsenal, on a perilous, top-secret mission in a harrowing world infected with zombies. "ZOMBIE, The EP Comic," was illustrated by Kevin Mellon, noted for his 2007 book "GEARHEAD" which is currently in development as a major motion picture.
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Eagle Rock have announced August 17th release date for the Jackson Browne's Going Home DVD.A re-issue of the 1999 home video released via Pioneer, this music film has been revived for the DVD market as a reminder of Browne's lasting legacy. This DVD, part documentary and part live experience, sees him reflecting on his four decade career. Going Home features not only interviews with Browne, but footage of live sets from different decades in his career seamlessly blended into one another. These live moments are a testament to the timeless nature of his music. Guest appearances, in interviews and performances, include Don Henley, David Crosby, Graham Nash, The Eagles, David Lindley, Jennifer Warnes, and Bonnie Raitt. An accomplished songwriter with seven platinum records to his name, Jackson Browne's homegrown, heartfelt music has earned him inductions in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2004) and the Songwriter's Hall of Fame (2007). He's penned hit songs not only for himself, but The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Joan Baez, and others. His honest, personal delivery and moving, breathing songs have laid the foundation for a solid and celebrated career, which is beautifully captured on Going Home.
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Needtobreathe has announced details of their fall U.S. tour, "Young and Far From Home," which will feature The Daylights as special guest on all of the dates. The cross-country trek will kick off with a home-state show on October 27th at the Township Auditorium in Columbia, SC, and continue into December. will be supporting as special guest on all dates. "Young and Far From Home" will be the final tour to support Needtobreathe's current album, "THE OUTSIDERS," following the band's headlining runs this past spring's "Won't Turn Back Tour" and last year's "The Outsiders Live" - both of which sold out in nearly every market visited.
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Tracii Guns (founding guitarist of Guns N' Roses and L.A. Guns) and Tarsha, lead vocalist of Adler's Appetite, have joined the artist roster for 'Rock & Roll Train: A Tribute to AC/DC.' While Guns is teaming with Fuel bassist Rev Jones on an acoustic rendition of the Bon Scott-era classic 'Gimmie a Bullet', Tarsha is joining Richard Kendrick on the Brian Johnson-era "Back in Black" They join an already star-studded track listing that includes Chris Poland (Megadeth), Keri Kelli (Alice Cooper Band), Chris Slade (AC/DC), Ira Black (Lizzy Borden), Damon Johnson (Brother Cane), Richard Kendrick (Near Life Experience, Straitjacket Smile), Derrick LeFevre (Lillian Axe), Rose Reiter (Skyscreamers), Gregg Analla, Loaded Dice, Bugsy Parker, Robot Lords of Tokyo, and a host of others.
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Angra will release their new album "AQUA" on October 12, 2010 in North America on SPV/Steamhammer. This is Angra's first new album in four years, following up their 2006 release "Aurora Consurgens" The album will be available in four formats: a limited edition digipak that includes a bonus CD featuring acareer spanning overview of the Edu Falaschi era, a standard jewel case edition, a double LP edition that includes 3 bonus tracks, and it will be available as a digital download. ANGRA guitarist Rafael Bittencourt recently spoke at length about the concept and recording of "AQUA": "Here we are again. Doing what we love the most, which is to bring our music to the world. That amazing feeling of having our ideas spread among the fans like seeds that will be growing, as people get more involved with the album. Finally, after four years of no work released, we are bringing what in our opinion is one of our best pieces ever composed. "AQUA".
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Good news for guitar freaks! Much to the anticipation of guitarists and music aficionados worldwide, one of the great lost guitar albums of the 2000's by guitarist Jerry Jennings is finally getting re-released. Featuring rock legend Ronnie Montrose, Jerry Jennings 'Shortcut To The Center' CD had a very limited run in the early 2000's and until now has been difficult to find. The instrumental album features an array of styles that range from classic fusion, to reggae, to melodic rock, and to a style that can only be called 'dan'. Along with playing guitar on a couple tracks, Ronnie Montrose also produced the CD. "During my time producing Jerry on his project 'Shortcut to the Center', I became aware that he is equally dedicated to his art and his craft," says Ronnie Montrose, "a rare quality indeed!"
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Yesterday Never Shout Never premiered the new video for their new single, "CheaterCheaterBestFriendEater," on Myspace. The track is the first single from Never Shout Never's new album, Harmony, produced by veteran producer Butch Vig (Green Day, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins) and due from Loveway/ Sire Records on August 24th, 2010. Also today, Never Shout Never will release a deluxe digital single, entitled Melody, exclusively through iTunes. Melody includes the album version of "CheaterCheaterBestFriendEater" and iTunes exclusive track "Coffee & Cigarettes," plus an audio interview with Vig about Harmony, ten exclusive photos by Drew, handwritten song lyrics to "Coffee & Cigarettes," and an iTunes exclusive video Drew made for "Coffee & Cigarettes."
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D.O.A. have announced a tour of Canada in support of their 13th studio album "Talk - Action = 0".On this album, the band goes back to its early roots and takes a few notes from their first two classic albums: "Something Better Change" and "Hardcore 81". "Talk - Action = 0" was produced by chief punk Joe Shithead Keithley and Chon (Live Free or Die). Keithley, Canada's godfather of punk, has teamed with his cronies Floor Tom Jones (drums) and Dirty Dan Sedan (bass) to come up with one of D.O.A.'s hardest hitting albums to date. On this lucky 13th full length, there's plenty of what one might expect from the boys: power, politics and humor.
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Roadrunner sent over word on Tuesday that Taking Dawn have announced a string of tour dates with legendary rock icon Slash. With a sound that is both fast and fresh, Taking Dawn successfully uses the 80's sound to create a foundation for their thoroughly modern take on the genre: shredding, soloing and incorporating sophisticated melody into their metal. Time to Burn is an artful fusion of their bygone influences with contemporary skill and playful "screw you" attitude. Having long been inspired by artists like Bon Jovi, Skid Row and of course, Guns N' Roses, it makes sense that the band is more than just a little excited to be going on the road with the godfather of guitar, Slash.
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Rock Ridge Music will be releasing Ingram Hill's new album, "Look Your Best," on September 28, 2010. "Look Your Best" features 10 brand new tracks (12 tracks on iTunes) and was produced by Rick Beato (Billionaire, Michelle Malone, Flickerstick, Shinedown) at his Stone Mountain, Georgia, studio. The band had worked with Beato on their first full-length, 2004's "June's Picture Show." Prior to entering the studio, lead vocalist/guitarist Justin Moore and guitarist Phil Bogard, gave themselves a month to write at least 20 new songs to go along with material they already been performing live. The result is an album that includes both new winners and some existing fan favorites. The album's first single, "As Long As I'm With You," "is for that person or the people who really kind of holds it together for you," says Moore, who penned the tune. "When seemingly everything around you is falling apart, it's nice to know that it's going to be okay because someone's got your back. It doesn't always have to be the same person, either. Sometimes it can be your best friend or significant other, and sometimes it can be a group of fans in the front row, smiling, dancing, and singing the words to your songs."
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Terror have release a digital single featuring the tracks "Stick Tight" and "Keepers of The Faith". Terror will release their new album, Keepers of the Faith, via Century Media on September 14th. Keepers of The Faith is 13 new tracks produced by Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory (A Day To Remember, H2O) at Buzzbomb Studios in Orange County, CA.
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Special Ops have issued a health update on bassist Waldo Thornhill's bout with cancer on their myspace blog."As you all may know our dear friend and bassist Waldo Thornhill was stricken with his second bout with cancer and has been undergoing treatment the past few months. "We like to update fans and friends that Waldo has had a successful surgery to get rid of the bugger and is now in his rehabilitation stage of his treatment process.
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Rob Zombie is the latest artist to release a "special edition" of a new album shortly after the original version hit stores. Here is the announcement: It is a summer of absolute mayhem for triple threat talent Rob Zombie. Never one to rest on his laurels, the superstar musician/director/writer is currently co-headlining the massive North American Mayhem Festival tour with bandmates John 5, Piggy D and Joey Jordison (see below for tour dates), and is also prepping for the special edition release of HELLBILLY DELUXE 2. Set to street on September 28th, this deluxe extra zombified version of HD2 will feature 3 brand new tracks called "Everything Is Boring," "Michael" and "Devil's Hole Girls And The Big Revolution," as well as a reimagining of "The Man Who Laughs." In addition, the package will include a brand new video for "Mars Needs Women" (shot during the Gruesome Twosome tour with Alice Cooper), a live version of Cooper's classic "School's Out" with Cooper himself and a DVD tour documentary entitled "Transylvanian Transmissions," along with all-new expanded artwork. Drummer Joey Jordison, who has been touring with Zombie since April, will make his recorded debut with the new Zombie material.
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Constants have announced a limited edition vinyl & digital release of "If Tomorrow The War" through Science Of Silence Records on September 7th, here is the announcement with some details:On Constants' forthcoming album If Tomorrow The War, these shoegazers turned indie-metal pioneers have further evolved their already genre bending style and truly come into their own. Produced by Jesu/Godflesh mastermind Justin K. Broadrick, basic tracks for the album were recorded at guitarist/vocalist Will Benoit's burgeoning Solar Powered recording studio (Radar Studios), where he - along with bassist Orion Wainer and drummer Rob Motes- has fine-tuned his band's distinct energy and youthful ambition into a signature sound that is Constants and Constants alone. The new record features guest appearances from Andrew Neufeld (Comeback Kid, Sights & Sounds) and Mike Hill (Tombs), and is the follow up to the band's 2009 critically acclaimed full-length The Foundation, The Machine, The Ascension.
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Attention Emperor fans, two Emperor classics "Curse You All Men (Live)" and "Inno A Satana (Live)" are now available for download via Rock Band 2 for Xbox 360. Both songs are taken from Emperor's 2009 double-live album, Live Inferno. The songs represent UK-based Candlelight Records' first to appear via the popular music video game. Members of Emperor, with Brooklyn-based Noisy Puppet Studios, have been working for months scripting, testing, mixing and perfecting the songs. Founder/developer Jeremy Parker says "these tracks will put you through the ringer on every instrument. It's a struggle to survive but once you master these tracks you have lived through one of the most intense, powerful, rock game-play ever seen."
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Municipal Waste were forced to cancel their European tour due to a personal emergency and have released a statement about the matter:"We regret having to cancel our recent European dates, but an unforeseen family emergency prevented us from being able to make these shows. We apologize to all the fans and promoters. We'll be back on European soil by the end of the year and look forward to seeing all of you soon!" The affected dates include all shows planned from July 24th in Brussels, Belgium, through to and including the band's planned appearance at Sonisphere Festival in Knebworth, UK on August 1st.
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Reverb Records has announced a September 28th release date for The Upsidedown's third album, The Town With Bad Wiring. Here is the announcement: The Upsidedown stir up propulsive psychedelic pop over the course of the record's twelve tracks. First single "Something Good" will hit radio in early September, and it paves the path to Town. Blending a danceable groove with seductively hypnotic crooning, "Something Good" is a trippy little ditty that's instantly infectious. Right now, the band is in the midst of making the video for "Something Good." It promises to give a unique look at their native Portland through the lens of video directors Cairey Haider and Justin Adams. The Upsidedown didn't build this sonic city alone, they attracted the help of numerous high-profile tastemakers. REM's Peter Buck drops by for a guest spot, and Brian Jonestown Massacre's Collin Hegna and the Dandy Warhol's Pete Holmstrom also make appearances. However, the band hasn't just been resonating with the indie elite; they've effectively seeped deep into the collective zeitgeist through high-profile song placements on both HBO's True Blood and FX's Sons of Anarchy. "Wolf Blood Honey," a wolfed-up version of Town's "La Paloma," was featured on True Blood's July 11th episode, while "If You Are Hell Girl" fueled an episode of Sons of Anarchy. You've also heard them on Vampire Diaries and Damages.
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Danger Danger frontman Ted Poley has joined the roster of the upcoming tribute album "Whole Lotta Love: An All-Star Salute To Fat Chicks." Ted appears alongside his Poley/Rivera collaborator Vic Rivera, who also produced and arranged the music for their track. The duo breathes new life into the song "All Lips N' Hips" by the Electric Boys, who themselves recently reunited after a 15-year hiatus. A surprise MTV hit in 1990, "All Lips N' Hips" paints the sonic picture of an exotic dancer endowed with generous feminine curvature A returning veteran of SplitScreen Entertainment tribute albums, Rivera was also featured on the 2008 release "Kiss My Ankh: A Tribute To Vinnie Vincent," teaming up with vocalist Kelli McCloud on a haunting recreation of "Love Kills" by the Vinnie Vincent Invasion. "I was very happy when they approached me to be a part of this next project," offers Vic Rivera, "especially since I have a great appreciation for full-figured women! Even before they told me which songs were up for consideration, I knew I wanted to do 'All Lips N' Hips.' I've always interpreted this song to be about an especially curvy and voluptuous girl, so we adjusted a few lines to drive that point home. Naturally, I had to involve my partner-in-crime Ted Poley to sing. All in all, it's the perfect addition to this long overdue tribute to the zaftig woman!"
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Don Chaffin, the founder and lead vocalist of the band Voices of Extreme, will be a special guest on All Hail Hair this Friday night from 8-9 PM EST.Hosted by Bob Carroll and Frankie C., the guys will speak to Chaffin about his history, the history of the band and Voices of Extreme's upcoming release, "Break the Silence". Cuts from the upcoming release will also be heard during the show. Voices of Extreme is co-managed by Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain and Affinity Management's David Swales. From the Voices of Extreme press release: The New York and Massachusetts based melodic rockers will release their anticipated new album "Break the Silence" on August 2nd in the USA. "Break the Silence" is the bands 2nd original studio album and their second full length release within five years." All Hail Hair is broadcast every Friday night from 8-9 PM EST on the Fightin' Words Radio Network and is the networks highest rated show. To take part in the show, dial (347) 202-0832. To hear the show
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Talking Metal have released podcast 318 which features an interview with Mike Portnoy.The interview was recorded before the July 12th Dream Theater/Iron Maiden concert at Madison Square Garden. Interview topics include: Berklee College of Music, Hail!, Rob Bailey, Iron Maiden, Avenged Sevenfold, Rock Band 2, Transatlantic, Progressive Nation, Bill W., Mike's signature products and Turtlehead.
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Omega is a sharp piece of pop-rock, which pretty darn good for a quartet of rock veterans. And best of all, they dont come off cynical or jaded in the least. This disc falls short when these players put down their pop chops momentarily and try to rock out. (3 stars)
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