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‘Steven Tyler’ takes a stance on paparazzi in Hawaii

Hawaii Senate Bill 465, also known as the Steven Tyler Act, would create a civil cause of action for “constructive invasion of privacy” in the state of Hawaii.
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Sweden’s Sister Sin new album coming out in limited edition vinyl

Sweden's old school metal band is now releasing their newest album, 'Now and Forever,' on limited edition colored vinyl.
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Glenn Hughes to release 2CD live album in February

Glenn Hughes' "Live In Wolverhampton" 2CD, Digital Audio out February 12
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Rikki Rockett shopping new reality show, “American Drums”

The Poison drummer is shopping the docu-series, which is about his ultra-custom drum company Rockett Drum Works, Inc.
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Family of Randy Rhoads enraged over book publication

According to the family’s complaint, the book “Randy Rhoads” had used material without permission.
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Vicious Rumors will release new album in spring

San Francisco bay area metal band Vicious Rumors new studio album "Electric Punishment'' will be out on Steamhammer / SPV in April 2013.
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Christian metal band Stryper sign new multi-album deal

Frontiers Records sign Stryper to a multi-album deal, with the first release due out in March — a new re-recorded collection, 'SECOND COMING.'
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Black Sabbath name new album ’13′

BLACK SABBATH have announced the title of their new album, '13,' which will be released this June.
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Shadows Fall guitarist fills in for Anthrax tour

Anthrax have announced that Shadows Fall guitarist Jon Donais will step in for the departing Rob Caggiano.
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Rival Sons announce Canadian tour to support album

Rival Sons has announced a tour of Canada from January 31 to February 16 in support of their critically acclaimed new album HEAD DOWN.
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Cinderella’s Tom Keifer to launch tour to support solo album

Keifer's tour will emphasize his upcoming, debut solo album, "THE WAY LIFE GOES," April 30 via Merovee Records (through Warner Music Group's Independent Label Group).
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Def Leppard releases medley of acoustic rock on iTunes

Def Leppard will be releasing a special medley of acoustic rock songs that were featured during their 2012 live shows, exclusively on iTunes today.
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HVM to sponsor Rock Harvest II

HIGHVOLMUSIC has been selected as presenting sponsor for Rock Harvest II, an annual benefit festival for Fallen Blue.
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Schenker’s “Temple Of Rock – Live In Europe” out in January

Inakustik will release Michael Schenker's 'Temple of Rock: Live in Europe' on CD, DVD, Blu-ray and Limited Deluxe Edition, on January 15, 2013 in North America.
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Dream Theater re-signs with record label

Grammy-nominated band DREAM THEATER, one of rock’s most musically fearless and adventurous bands, has re-signed with Roadrunner Records.
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Stay tuned for the upcoming ‘ABachalypse’ in 2013

Sebastian Bach is working on the upcoming release of a new DVD/live CD package: ABachalypse Now is scheduled for release in Spring, 2013 via Frontiers Records.
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Announcements made for Reading and Leeds Festivals in 2013

The biggest dual-site festivals in Britain are set to be bigger and better than ever in 2013, with additional stages, an updated new look, and a fit artist lineup
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Dio charity participates in California rock auction

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund will participate in the upcoming 'Icons & Idols-Rock 'n' Roll Auction' at Julien's in Beverly Hills tomorrow.
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Metallica takes control of masters and launches record label

Metallica announce the launch of their new record label, Blackened Recordings. Blackened Recordings was created by the band as a home for all of their recordings.
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Guitarist Uli Jon Roth to celebrate Scorpions anniversary

German guitar legend ULI JON ROTH will be returning to North America for a special tour commemorating his 40th anniversary of joining THE SCORPIONS.
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Def Leppard to bring Vegas a healthy dose of ‘Hysteria’

Fresh off their “Rock Of Ages” tour, Def Leppard has announced plans for an exclusive nine show residency at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas.
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Metal icons stand up and shout against cancer on Halloween

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund's Awards Gala on Halloween in Hollywood honored eight supporters while raising money for its important work.
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Aerosmith set to have pre-election party in Boston

Aerosmith have a special party planned for their beloved hometown of Boston on the day before Election Day, Monday, November 5.
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Helloween to release new album in 2013

German speedsters, Helloween, will release their latest studio album "Straight Out Of Hell" on January 22, 2013.
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Loudness Giveaway – Official rules

POWERLINE LOUDNESS "EVE TO DAWN" CD GIVEAWAY SWEEPSTAKES
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Steve Harris Giveaway – Official Rules

POWERLINE STEVE HARRIS-BRITISH LION CD GIVEAWAY SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
 NO AGE ELIGIBILITY. Void where prohibited. PRIZE/ODDS OF WINNING: Before November 24, 2012, Powerline will co...
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Saxon will release some ‘Heavy Metal Thunder’ at year’s end

Saxon’s unfiltered and intimate account of their career in music, 'Heavy Metal Thunder – The Movie,' will finally enjoy an international release this December.
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EMP to celebrate Hendrix in London come November

On November 17, 2012, EMP will celebrate the grand opening of Hear My Train a Comin’: Hendrix Hits London, with an all-star lineup playing the songs of Jimi Hendrix.
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Metallica to release live DVD “Quebec Magnetic” in December

Metallica today announced that they will release a live DVD entitled Quebec Magnetic on December 10, 2012.
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The Obsessed ‘Live In Köln’ collectable vinyl LP released

Outer Battery Records releases The Obsessed Live In Köln collectable vinyl LP. The album hits stores today.
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Record Store Day gets heavy for Black Friday

Record Store Day is putting on a "Back To Black Friday" celebration at independent record stores across the country. Here are the top hard and heavy releases.
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Ritchie Blackmore gets the velvet-box treatment

In a lavish velvet-box you will find the first two Blackmore‘s Night albums as well as rare video footage of the band's early tours.
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Top 10 Metal items sold on eBay: Week of October 5

Here are the top 10 heavy metal/hard rock items sold on eBay last week, September 29 to October 5.
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Metallica join the 2012 ‘Voodoo’ lineup

Metallica have just been confirmed as the Saturday (October 27) headliner for the 2012 VOODOO MUSIC + ARTS EXPERIENCE.
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Testament screening at American Indian Film Festival

The NAFI will be holding the 37th annual American Indian Film Festival. The event will include a screening of the Bay Area thrash band's “Native Blood” video.
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Dio Disciples announce tour in support of ‘The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2′

With the October 9 release of 'The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2,' the all-star group, Dio Disciples, launch their next set of U.S. tour dates.
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Metallica joins forces with Vans

Vans, the original skate shoe company, and Metallica announce a creative partnership delivering shoe projects to satisfy action sports and music fans alike.
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Dio Cancer Fund to host second awards gala on Halloween night

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund will host its second Awards Gala on Halloween night, October 31 at the Avalon nightclub in Hollywood.
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Powerline Giveaway official rules, Dio CD

POWERLINE Dio CD GIVEAWAY SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
 NO AGE ELIGIBILITY. Void where prohibited. PRIZE/ODDS OF WINNING: Before November 10, 2012, Powerline will conduct a random drawing...
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Gwar’s new guitarist, Pustulus Maximus, is finally revealed

The members of GWAR are pleased to inform their fans that Pustulus Maximus, has officially joined the band in the position of lead guitarist.
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‘Slash’ up the holidays with a deluxe package

Eagle Rock will release a limited-edition run of Slash deluxe packages in Europe on December 3.
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More ‘Twisted’ Christmases coming our way

On October 30, 2012, Eagle Rock Entertainment will deliver an early holiday treat, with the release of Twisted Sister’s A Twisted Xmas – Live In Las Vegas on DVD, CD, and Digital Video/Audio.
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Trad metallers Metadox reform and search for singer

Guitarist Frank Tosi resurrects his band Metadox after the demise of DesDemon and announces an open call for a vocalist.
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Megadeth to celebrate 20th anniversary of ‘Countdown’

Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine has personally overseen a new 20th Anniversary Edition of 1992’s 'Countdown to Extinction,' to be released November 6th by Capitol/EMI.
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The Smashing Pumpkins to perform this week on Leno

THE SMASHING PUMPKINS will perform August 23 on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, their first national t.v. performance since the release of new album, "Oceania."
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Ex- Britny Fox singer promotes solo CD online

Dean Davidson, best known for his work with the hair metal band Britny Fox, has posted the title track from his upcoming 'New York City Night' CD at www.deandavidson.com.
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Kamelot unveil new album artwork

The American symphonic metal band KAMELOT will be releasing their new album 'Silverthorn' October 30th in North America.
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Tribute To Deep Purple’s ‘Machine Head’ to be released soon

Eagle Records announced the release of Re-Machined – A Tribute To Deep Purple’s Machine Head album on September 25.
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Blue Öyster Cult ‘Columbia Albums Collection’ out this Fall

To celebrate their 40th anniversary, Blue Öyster Cult will release The Columbia Albums Collection, a career-spanning 16 CDs boxed set, available October 30.
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Death Angel to perform their landmark album in its entirety

The Bay Area thrashers have added headlining dates this Fall. The group will perform their 1987 classic, The Ultra-Violence, in its entirety at these shows.
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