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The Protest - Legacy
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Even though they hail from rural Indiana, known more for cornfields than as a “Hot Bed” for Hard Rock and Metal music – the members of The Protest have embraced that American heartland work ethic and used their talent, drive and determination to bring the band’s music to a global audience. Positive energy is abundant in their […]
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Frank Zappa's Classic "Burnt Weeny Sandwich" Back On The Menu: 180- Gram Audiophile Grade Vinyl Pressing Available June 22 Via Zappa Records/UMe
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Over the last several years, the Zappa Family Trust and UMe have lovingly been restoring Frank Zappa’s iconic catalog together by reissuing his classic albums on CD, pressing long-out-of-print records back on vinyl and digitizing the prolific composer’s vast repertoire. Next up in the ongoing vinyl initiative is Zappa’s enigmatic Burnt Weeny Sandwich, which will receive a 180-gram audiophile repressing on black vinyl on June 22 via Zappa […]
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Zero Theorem - Ataraxis
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Blending alternative hard rock with the rhythmic and uncompromising intensity of metal, Los Angeles-based Zero Theorem has drawn early comparisons to Disturbed, Five Finger Death Punch, and Tool. With the release of their EP “Ataraxis” on May 4th, the band is poised to take the next step to national recognition. They have just released their 2nd single “Becoming“, […]
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Guns N' Roses Celebrated With Massive 'Appetite For Destruction: Locked N' Loaded Edition' Box Set
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On June 29, Geffen/UMe celebrates one of rock’s most important bands, Guns N’ Roses, with the release of Appetite For Destruction: Locked N’ Loaded Edition box set. Commemorating the band’s highly influential album debut Appetite For Destruction, this lavish box set is the ultimate GnFnR fan’s dream fulfilled. Appetite will also be released in concurrent multiple configurations, Appetite For Destruction will be […]
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Monument - Hellhound
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MONUMENT is back! with new album „Hellhound“ out via Rock Of Angels Records! MONUMENTs third studio album „Hellhound“ consisting of 9 plus 3 bonus tracks of pure British heavy metal, will also be available in a limited 500 copy Boxset version, red, yellow and orange marbled double vinyland on black vinyl (9 tracks only). Twin guitar melodies, loud […]
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Vega - Only Human
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ONLY HUMAN is the fifth studio album from UK melodic rock stalwarts Vega. The band produced the album and also teamed up with the legendary Canadian musician and producer, Harry Hess of Harem Scarem on mixing and mastering to bring their fans another gem of a melodic rock record! If you’re very lucky, there may […]
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The Beach Boys Announce New Album For Worldwide Release On June 8: 'The Beach Boys With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra'
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The Beach Boys are pleased to announce a new album, The Beach Boys With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, to be released worldwide on June 8 by Capitol/UMe. Produced by Nick Patrick and Don Reedman, the album pairs The Beach Boys’ original vocal performances with new symphonic arrangements, newly recorded by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios. Available now for […]
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Lords of Black - Icons Of The New Days
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LORDS OF BLACK is the band fronted by in demand vocalist Ronnie Romero, renowned guitarist Tony Hernando, monster drummer Andy C and new bassist Dani Criado. The guys originally got together after the farewell tour of Tony and Andy’s previous band, Saratoga. Tony and Andy decided to join forces with one of the best singers […]
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Smash Mouth Celebrates 20 Years of "Walkin' On The Sun" With New 'Fush Yu Mang Acoustic' Album
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In 1997, Smash Mouth’s Interscope debut, Fush Yu Mang, propelled the San Jose, California alt-rock band to international stardom. Fueled by the Number One Billboard Modern Rock hit “Walkin’ On The Sun,” the album achieved multi-platinum sales success. To celebrate the album’s 20th anniversary, Smash Mouth has recorded a new acoustic version of the album and overseen a newly remastered […]
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Knee High Fox released their first record, Black Widow, in 2012 and have been touring extensively ever since. It would be hard to know where they have found the time to record, three more records and two EP’s since, but they did. I think they are Vampires without the “day” sleep requirement. The latest and […]