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Gary Richrath (REO Speedwagon Guitar Legend) – Rest In Peace

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, news, rock music with tags , , , , on September 14, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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As reported by Kevin Cronin, (lead singer, musician and songwriter for REO Speedwagon), on the band’s Facebook:

Hi friends, kc here. My longtime friend and collaborator Gary Richrath passed away earlier today. I feel so sad. Gary was both a unique guitarist and songwriter, and the embodiment of the tough guy with a heart of gold. I learned most of what I know about being in a rock band from Gary Richrath. The entire REO Family mourns his death and shares in the grief of his family, friends, and fans. These words do not come close to expressing the depth of emotions I am feeling at this time…kc

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The Metal Odyssey family expresses condolences to the family, friends and former bandmates of Gary Richrath. May Gary Richrath rest in peace.

Gary Richrath was only 65 years old.

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On This Day In METAL History – September 10th… From LED ZEPPELIN And KISS To VANNA

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on September 10, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Led Zeppelin - 1971 - Syracuse NY - Onondaga - concert flyer - #0910MOSNMMFE

On September 10th, 1971 – The exceptional LED ZEPPELIN performed (an approximate) three-hour set at the Onondaga War Memorial, in Syracuse, New York, USA. The lowest ticket price for this concert was $4.00. Holy crap, I wanna go back to 1971 with just $100 and hit up concerts like an out-of-control motherfu#cker!!

KISS - Alive! - promo album cover pic - 1975 - #0910MMNSS6363

As reported on the KISS Facebook timeline:

THIS DAY IN ‪‎KISSTORY 1975

‪‎KISS Alive! was released 40 years ago today!

On this day in KISSTORY – September 10, 1975, KISS released their legendary Alive! album. This double live album, recorded largely in Detroit’s Cobo Arena (with some material from Iowa, New Jersey and Ohio), marked the pivotal giant step towards achieving domination in the 70’s.

The multi-platinum album peaked at #9, and spent 110 weeks on the album charts.

“We wanted to put out a souvenir, almost like when you go to the circus,” said Paul Stanley. “I really enjoy myself onstage, prancing around, shaking my ass, shaking my head, playing the guitar between my legs. I enjoy it as much as the audience. Basically, I am entertaining myself up there.”

Van Halen - When Its Love - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1988 - #33MMSNS0910

On September 10th, 1988 – The great VAN HALEN had their hit single, When It’s Love, sitting at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. I really dig this power ballad and I can’t deny it. This song is featured on VAN HALEN’s eighth studio album from 1988: OU812.

Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit - CD cover single sleeve - 1991 - #3987MMNSSFE

On September 10th, 1991NIRVANA released their iconic single Smells Like Teen Spirit. This song eventually went on to reach #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Smells Like Teen Spirit is featured on the second studio album from NIRVANA, released in 1991: Nevermind.

Vanna - Alt - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #EPMM33NSS

On September 10th, 2015 – Boston’s Post-Hardcore band VANNA have their forthcoming EP, ALT, ranked at #41, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This EP features 5 cover songs, celebrating the works of Metallica, Marilyn Manson, Smashing Pumpkins, Korn and The Offspring. Whoa!!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Joe Perry - Guitar World - cover promo - 2012 - #9933MMNSS004 -

JOE PERRY

On September 10th, 1950, Joe Perry was born in Massachusetts, USA. Joe Perry is world-renowned as the guitarist, co-founding member and principal songwriter for the super legendary AEROSMITH. Joe Perry is also a successful solo artist, releasing seven albums; four as The Joe Perry Project.

AEROSMITH was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, back in 2001.

On July 1, 2007, Joe Perry joined Tom Jones and his band at the historic “Concert For Diana” at Wembley Stadium playing on two classic Tom Jones’ hits.

In June of 2013, Joe Perry was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization’s 44th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner.

As a producer, Joe Perry has received producing credit for the following classic AERORSMITH albums: ROCKS, DRAW THE LINE, NIGHT IN THE RUTS, GREATEST HITS, CLASSICS LIVE IIJUST PUSH PLAY, HONKIN’ ON BOBO and MUSIC FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION.

Source: http://joeperry.com

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 9th… From LED ZEPPELIN To FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on September 9, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Led Zeppelin - Boston Garden - promo flyer - September 9 - 1970 - #33MMSGS11

On September 9th, 1970 – The iconic LED ZEPPELIN performed at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The lowest priced ticket was $4.50. Holy massive shit, that was a great price for a LED ZEPPELIN concert ticket!!

Led Zeppelin - classic band logo - #071385MOSLMNMS33

On September 9th, 1971 – The great LED ZEPPELIN performed to an estimated 8,000 fans, at Hampton Roads Coliseum in Hampton, Virgina, USA. This concert was sponsored by WNOR Radio.

Foreigner - Hot Blooded - Tramontane - 45rpm cover sleeve - promo pic - 1978 - #MMGSS4OUF33

On September 9th, 1978 – The fabulous FOREIGNER had their incredible hit single, Hot Blooded, ranked at #3 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Whoa, man! Hot Blooded is featured on FOREIGNER’s excellent second studio album from 1978: Double Vision.

Five Finger Death Punch - Got Your Six - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0619FFDPMOSPF

On September 9th, 2015 – The newly released FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH studio album, Got Your Six, is ranked at #2, on the iTunes Top 100 Albums Chart. This album is the sixth from FFDP. If you’re not into FFDP by now, then please go visit a chat room for big dummies.

Iron Maiden - "Live After Death" large album pic!!

On September 9th, 2015IRON MAIDEN‘s Live After Death is sitting at #43, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This superb live album was released back in 1985. Metal Be Thy Name!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 6th… From JIMI HENDRIX To IRON MAIDEN

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on September 6, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Jimi Hendrix Experience - 1970 - Love And Peace Festival - #33 - Insel Fehmarn - #MO

On September 6th, 1970 Jimi Hendrix, Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell (aka The Jimi Hendrix Experience) perform at the Love And Peace Festival (Open Air Pop Festival) in Puttgarden – Insel Fehmarn Germany. Sadly, this would be the last concert that Jimi Hendrix would perform, before his death on September 18th, 1970.

Judas Priest - Rocka Rolla - promo cover pic - 1974 - #0906233MMMSS

On September 6th, 1974 – The legendary JUDAS PRIEST released their debut studio album: Rocka Rolla. Hey, every iconic Metal band has to start somewhere, you know?

ACDC - powerage - 1978 - promo album cover pic - #33

On September 6, 1978AC/DC appeared on the ABC network’s The Midnight Special. After an introduction by tour mates Ted Nugent and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, AC/DC performed Sin City from their 1978 studio album: Powerage. This performance is featured on AC/DC’s Family Jewels 2 DVD set. Hell and yeah!

Megadeth - Classic Band Logo - Gold Logo - #2015DMMO

On September 6th, 1997 – The magnificent MEGADETH performed at the New World Music Theatre in Tinley Park, Illinois, USA. This performance was on the Main Stage for Rockstock ’97. MEGADETH was touring in support of their seventh studio album: Cryptic Writings. Hail MEGADETH!

Iron Maiden - The X Factor - promo album cover pic - #3300MMNSMO

On September 6th, 2015IRON MAIDEN‘s tenth studio album, The X Factor, is ranked at #53, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Yes, Blaze Bayley is the vocalist on this album. The X Factor was released back in 1995. Whoa.

Iron Maiden - Virtual XI - promo cover pic - 1998 - #MMMONS333

On September 6th, 2015IRON MAIDEN‘s eleventh studio album, Virtual XI, is ranked at #77, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Yes, Blaze Bayley is the vocalist on this album too. Virtual XI was released back in 1998. Whoa, again.

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METAL BE THY NAME.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 5th… From FREE And IRON MAIDEN To ONCE HUMAN

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , , on September 5, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Free - All Right Now - Wishing Well - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1970 - #MO333BMF

On September 5th, 1970 – The legendary FREE had their hit single, All Right Now, ranked at #4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song classic is featured on FREE’s third studio album from 1970: Fire And Water.

FOREIGNER - Urgent - 45rpm cover sleeve promo pic - 1981 - #MMNS3333

On September 5th, 1981 – The fabulous FOREIGNER had their huge hit single, Urgent, ranked at #4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on FOREIGNER’s fourth studio album, aptly titled: 4.

Guns N Roses - November Rain CD - Australian - promo cover pic - #7770033MMSMS

Guns N Roses - November Rain CD - back cover pic - Australian - promo pic - #07070733MNMMSAS

On September 5th, 1992GUNS N’ ROSES had their hit single, November Rain, ranked at #3 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Shown above is the rare 1992 Australian-only 2-CD set of 9 GUNS ‘N ROSES songs (both live and studio tracks, see above). No, I don’t own this CD and surely wish I did. Whoa, man.

IRON MAIDEN - The Book Of Souls - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #MMILGSS

On September 5th, 2015 – The incredible IRON MAIDEN have their newly released studio album, The Book Of Souls, ranked at #1 on the U.S. iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. IRON MAIDEN Forever.

Iron Maiden "The Final Frontier" large promo album pic #7

On September 5th, 2015 – The legendary IRON MAIDEN have their fifteenth studio album, The Final Frontier, ranked at #18 on the U.S. iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Jumping Jolly Ranchers!

Once Human - The Life I Remember - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #030303MON

On September 5th, 2015ONCE HUMAN have their debut studio album, The Life I Remember, ranked at #65 on the U.S. iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Um… ONCE HUMAN kicks METAL ass BIG time, just to let you all know.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

REST IN PEACE, FREDDIE MERCURY.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 4th… From AEROSMITH To KIM THAYIL, While POP EVIL Is At #1

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , on September 4, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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On September 4th, 2003 – The legendary AEROSMITH performed at the National Mall in Washington, DC as part of the NFL Kickoff Live festivities, to celebrate the kickoff of the 2003 NFL season. Long live AEROSMITH!

Pop Evil - Billboard Indie Music Chart - #1 - promo flyer - 2015 - #MMMS330

On September 4th, 2015 – Michigan’s POP EVIL have their new studio album, UP, ranked #1 on the Billboard Independent Music Chart and at #25 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Metal Be Thy Name!

Uncle Acid And The Deadbeats - The Night Creeper - promo cover pic - #MMMONSS0633

On September 4th, 2015UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS have released their new studio album The Night Creeper and it’s ranked at #20, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Cool.

Amorphis - Under The Red Cloud - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #00MM3SM3S

On September 4th, 2015 – Finland’s AMORPHIS have released their new studio album Under The Red Cloud, today. This new offering from AMORPHIS is also ranked at #54, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart.

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Kim Thayil - Ernie Ball Strings - promo ad - #3330MMS6NBS

On September 4th, 1960, Kim Thayil was born in Seattle, Washington, USA. Kim Thayil is world-famous as the lead guitarist and co-founding member of the celebrated SOUNDGARDEN. Not too shabby, huh? Kim Thayil’s chunky guitar riffs and unique tones are stuff of legend. Long live Kim Thayil.

Kim Thayil - 1997 - Guild S - 100 - promo ad - #MM33777

Above: Kim Thayil and his Guild S-100 Guitar (Endorsement Ad – 1997)

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 3rd… From MOTÖRHEAD To SLAYER

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , on September 3, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Heart - Barracuda - 45rpm - promo pic - #39336MOSSNMM01

On September 3rd, 1977 – The magnificent HEART peaked at number eleven on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their Hard Rock classic: Barracuda. This was HEART’s third top forty single in the United States at that time. Barracuda is featured on the 1977 studio album from HEART: Little Queen. Whoa.

Slipknot - All Hope Is Gone - promo album cover pic - 2008 - #77333MOSNMM

On September 3rd, 2008 – The stupendous SLIPKNOT had their fourth studio album, All Hope Is Gone, ranked at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums ChartAll Hope Is Gone sold 239,516 copies during its debut week, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

IRON MAIDEN - Maiden England - 88 - cover promo

On September 3rd, 2013 – The amazing IRON MAIDEN performed at Walnut Creek Amphitheatre in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. This concert was on the Maiden England Tour. Hail IRON MAIDEN!

Slayer - Repentless - promo album cover pic - #0911MOSLSAHF

On September 3rd, 2015 – The forthcoming SLAYER studio album, Repentless, is ranked at #5, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Hell and freaking yeah!! This album releases on September 11th, 2015, via Nuclear Blast. Rest in peace, Jeff Hanneman.

Motorhead - Overkill - promo studio album pic - 1978 - #ILMMNSSMO33

On September 3rd, 2015 – The classic MOTÖRHEAD studio album, Overkill, is ranked at #82, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album was released back in 1978. I was 12 years old in 1978. Holy shit! Hail MOTÖRHEAD!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 2nd… From IRON MAIDEN To KOBRA AND THE LOTUS

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , on September 2, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Iron Maiden - Large Classic Logo!

On September 2nd, 1992 – The astounding IRON MAIDEN performed at Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. This was a concert on their Fear Of The Dark Tour. Whoa! Hail IRON MAIDEN!

Def Leppard - Classic Band Logo - 2013

On September 2nd, 2000 – Approximately 700 DEF LEPPARD fans received ticket refunds at the Oregon State Fair, in Salem, Oregon. This was due to DEF LEPPARD playing too quietly in order to obey local noise ordinances. Lesson learned: never perform a Heavy Metal concert in a community where constipated ABBA fans reside. Truth.

Disturbed - Immortalized - promo album cover pic - 2015 - MMSMS330339

On September 2nd, 2015 – The sixth studio album from DISTURBED, Immortalized, is ranked at #1, on the U.S. Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Jumping kidney beans! By the way, all the bubble gum Pop artists on this same album chart have shit their pants.

Motorhead - Ace Of Spades - promo cover pic!!

On September 2nd, 2015 – The seminal studio album from MOTÖRHEAD, Ace Of Spades, is sitting at #19 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. “…And don’t forget the joker!” This album was released back in 1980. MOTÖRHEAD has stood the test of time = Classic Rock ‘N Roll. Lemmy is a Rock ‘N Roll supreme being. ‘Nuff said.

Kobra And The Lotus - Words Of The Prophets - promo CD banner pic - 2015 - #033033MMF

On September 2nd, 2015KOBRA AND THE LOTUS have their newly released (cover song) EP Words Of The Prophets ranked at #55, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Kobra Paige has beautiful vocals and her band kicks outright ass. Honestly, get into this band, cause Stone wouldn’t bullshit you.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – September 1st… From KISS To MODERN DAY BABYLON

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , on September 1, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

KISS "Dynasty" album large promo pic!

On September 1st, 1979 – At the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, KISS began the second leg of their North American tour, supporting their seventh studio album: Dynasty. The mighty JUDAS PRIEST was the opening act for this leg of the tour. Metal Be Thy Name!

Poison - Unskinny Bop - promo 12 inch cover sleeve - 1990 - #MO330901

On September 1st, 1990 – Pennsylvania’s POISON had their cool hit single, Unskinny Bop, ranked at #3, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on POISON’s third studio album from 1990: Flesh & Blood.

IRON MAIDEN - The Book Of Souls - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #MMILGSS

On September 1st, 2015IRON MAIDEN have their forthcoming double studio album, The Book Of Souls, ranked at #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album releases on September 4th, 2015. IRON MAIDEN forever.

Modern Day Babylon - The Ocean Atlas - promo EP cover pic - 2015 - #MON33300

On September 1st, 2015MODERN DAY BABYLON are from Teplice, Czech Republic. Their newly released EP, The Ocean Atlas, is ranked at #14, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – August 27th… From MOTÖRHEAD To NILE

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on August 27, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

RUSH - Tom Sawyer - 45rpm cover sleeve - 1981 - #MMGSSTO934E

On August 27th, 1981RUSH had their hit Tom Sawyer ranked at #44, on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This timeless song is featured on the timeless studio album from 1981: Moving Pictures.

KISS - Promo band - classic logo - pic promo - 2013 - #3

On August 27th, 2012KISS performed at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Maryland Heights, Missouri, USA. KISS would release their 20th studio album, Monster, later that Fall. Holy hot cross buns!

Twitching Tongues - Disharmony - promo album banner - 2015 - #MMMSS3399

On August 27th, 2015 – Los Angeles’ TWITCHING TONGUES have their forthcoming studio album, Disharmony, ranked at #39, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa. This album releases on October 30th, 2015, via Metal Blade.

Nile - What Should Not Be Unearthed - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0033GMMSS333

On August 27th, 2015 – Legendary Death Metal legion NILE have their forthcoming studio album, What Should Not Be Unearthed, ranked at #82, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album releases on August 28th, 2015. Hail NILE!

Motorhead - Ace Of Spades - promo album cover pic - #1980MMO337

On August 27th, 2015MOTÖRHEAD’s Ace Of Spades is ranked at #86, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Damn straight! A must own album for ALL Metal libraries. Damn right. This Ace Of Spades album was released back in 1980. ‘Nuff said about this legendary album. Now buy it if you don’t have it or may the storm clouds from the Poser Gods descend upon you.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

REST IN PEACE, STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – August 26th… From THE ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL To IRON MAIDEN

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , on August 26, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Isle Of Wright Festival - promo flyer pic - 1970 - #0303GMMSSOTLF

Above: The Isle Of Wight Festival flyer

On August 26th, 1970The Isle of Wight Festival began in England. Rock and Hard Rock legends who appeared included: Jimi Hendrix, The DoorsJoni Mitchell, Jethro Tull, Free and Chicago. Whoa, man! Uh… I was only 3 years and 7 months old on that Rock historic day.

Iron Maiden - Large Classic Logo!

On August 26th, 2000 – The super legendary IRON MAIDEN performed at the Marcus Amphitheater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. This was a concert on IRON MAIDEN’s Brave New World Tour. Hail IRON MAIDEN!

Ghost - Meliora - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #33MMBSSMO44

On August 26th, 2015 – The new studio album, Meliora, from the sinister band known as GHOST is ranked at #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Spooky stuff.

WARDRUNA - Yggdrasil - promo album cover pic - 2013 - #76738MO

On August 26th, 2015 – The studio album Yggdrasil from Norway’s WARDRUNA is ranked at #100, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album was released back on April 2nd of 2013. Jumping Jiminy!

BONUS USA HISTORY FACT:

Vote - promo banner - #000777MMILSM

In 1920, the 19th Amendment was formally adopted, granting women the right to vote in the USA.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – August 25th… From RATT To QUEENSRŸCHE

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , , on August 25, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Ratt - Round And Round - promo 45rpm - cover sleeve - 1984 - #7733MMGSSFE4

On August 25th, 1984RATT had their huge hit single, Round And Round, ranked at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This fun song is featured on RATT’s 1984 studio album: Out Of The Cellar.

Iron Maiden - Classic Band Logo - RWB - #33MMGMSAS31

On August 25th, 1984 – The incredible IRON MAIDEN performed at Hall des Expositions, in Annecy, France. IRON MAIDEN were on their World Slavery Tour.

Oh Sleeper - Son Of Morning - promo album cover pic - 2009 - #9393MMMSS04

On August 25th, 2009 – Christian Metalcore band OH, SLEEPER released their second studio album: Son Of The Morning.

Queensryche - Condition Human - promo album flyer - #33033MMNS33SF

On August 25th, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album, Condition Human, from the great QUEENSRŸCHE is ranked at #6, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Freaking yeah! This album will be released on October 2nd, 2015, via Century Media. Hail QUEENSRŸCHE.

Fit For An Autopsy - Absolute Hope Absolute Hell - promo album cover pic - 2015 - mmmnss33393

On August 25th, 2015 – The forthcoming studio album from FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY is ranked at #80, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

THE WINERY DOGS – Announce New Album and Tour!

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, news, rock music with tags , , , , on August 25, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

The Winery Dogs - Hot Streak - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #034MMGNSS4E

The Winery Dogs are on a HOT STREAK!  Richie Kotzen, Mike Portnoy and Billy Sheehan have announced the title of their second album, HOT STREAK.  The album comes out October 2nd and the band hits the road on a US tour the very next day.  The first song released from the album is called Oblivion, and premieres today on Loudwire.com.

“I feel we’ve taken the band to another level,” explains Richie Kotzen. “The compositions are stronger on this album. I feel more connected lyrically and musically to what I did on this record than on the last one. We’ve widened the musical scope of the band on this record and moved it forward.”

On November 13, the a double white vinyl limited edition will be released.

Don’t miss The Winery Dogs on tour this fall, and preorder the album here:

http://lnp.io/TWDHotStreakAMA

or

http://www.myplaydirect.com/the-winery-dogs

The Winery Dogs - promo band pic - 2015 - #9939MMMSSF

THE WINERY DOGS TOUR 2015

Sat 10/3 – Ridgefield, CT Ridgefield Playhouse
Sun 10/4 – Jim Thorpe, PA Penn’s Peak
Mon 10/5 – Boston, MA Wilbur Theater
Weds 10/7 – West Babylon, NY Looney Tunes – appearance and signing
Thu 10/8 – Glenside, PA Keswick Theater
Fri 10/9 – Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom
Sat 10/10 – New York, NY Best Buy Theater
Mon 10/12 – Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
Wed 10/14 – Jacksonville, FL Ponte Verde Concert Hall
Thu 10/15 – Tampa, FL State Theater
Fri 10/16 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL Culture Room
Sat 10/17 – Orlando, FL The Plaza Live
Tue 10/20 – Nashville, TN Wildhorse Saloon
Thu 10/22 – Houston, TX Pub Fountains
Fri 10/23 – Ardmore, OK Heritage Hall
Sat 10/24 – Dallas, TX The Gas Monkey
Tue 10/27 – Milwaukee, WI Potowatami Casino
Wed 10/28 – Milwaukee, WI Potowatami Casino
Thu 10/29 – St. Charles, IL Arcada Theater
Sat 10/31 – Denver, CO Marquis Theater
Mon 11/2 – San Jose, CA Rock Bar
Tue 11/3 – Anaheim, CA House of Blues
Thu 11/5 – Agoura Hills, CA Canyon Club
Fri 11/6 – Beverly Hills, CA Saban Theater
Sat 11/7 – Las Vegas, NV Vamp’d
Sun 11/8 – San Diego, CA House of Blues

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LONG LIVE THE WINERY DOGS.

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On This Day In METAL History – August 20th… From IRON MAIDEN To OPERATION: MINDCRIME

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on August 20, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Aerosmith - Rag Doll - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - 1988 - #3333036

On August 20th, 1988 – The phenomenal AEROSMITH had their hit single, Rag Doll, ranked at #17, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on the ninth studio album from AEROSMITH, released in 1987: Permanent Vacation.

Iron Maiden - The Book Of Souls - promo album cover banner - 2015 - #IMMM303024

On August 20th, 2015 – The amazing IRON MAIDEN have their forthcoming double studio album, The Book Of Souls, ranked at #1 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This highly anticipated album releases on September 4th, 2015. Hail IRON MAIDEN!

Iron Maiden - Speed Of Light - promo single cover pic - 2015 - August 14 - #MMMSSOTC

On August 20th, 2015IRON MAIDEN have their newly released single, Speed Of Light, ranked at #1 on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Songs Chart. Run to the hills!

Operation Mindcrime - promo cover pic - 2015 - #0303MMMSS75

On August 20th, 2015 – The debut studio album from OPERATION: MINDCRIME, The Key, is ranked at #44, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album will be released on September 18th, 2014, via Frontiers Music Srl. Yes, the legendary Geoff Tate has returned… again!

Happy Birthday - promo banner - #2014BD

Robert Plant - Pictures At Eleven - promo album cover pic - 1982 - MMILWAMH33

ROBERT PLANT

Born on August 20th, 1948 in the U.K. was Robert Plant. Happy Birthday, Robert Plant! Led Zeppelin. Incredible solo career. Rock icon. ‘Nuff said. Shown above is the splendid 1982 debut studio album from Robert Plant: Pictures At Eleven.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – August 13th… From AC/DC To SIRENS & SAILORS

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, news, rock music with tags , , , , on August 13, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

ACDC - Let There Be Rock - #1977MMGSS77330303

On August 13th, 1977 – The iconic AC/DC made their United States album chart debut, with Let There Be Rock. Hell yes!!

Alice Cooper - You And Me - promo 45rpm cover sleeve - #1977MMSS04OUF

On August 13th, 1977 – The legendary ALICE COOPER (solo) has his hit ballad single, You And Me, ranked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on his 1977 studio album: Lace And Whiskey. Coolness.

Def Leppard - Rock Of Ages - 45rpm - promo pic - #1983MMSS80SF

On August 13th, 1983 – The fabulous DEF LEPPARD had their hit single, Rock Of Ages, ranked at #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on DEF LEPPARD’s third studio album from 1983: PyromaniaI’m Burnin’, Burnin’, I got the fever!

Iron Maiden "The Final Frontier" large promo album pic #7

On August 13th, 201o – The magnificent IRON MAIDEN released their fifteenth studio album The Final Frontier, via EMI. Hail MAIDEN!!

Sirens & Sailors - Rising Moon Setting Sun - promo album cover flyer - 2015 - #MMNSS04FF

On August 13th, 2015 – The new studio album from Rochester New York’s SIRENS & SAILORS is ranked at #21, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Jumping Jiminy Cricket that is cool!

Devil You Know - The Beauty Of Destruction - promo album cover pic - 2014 - #33MMSS0003

On August 13th, 2015DEVIL YOU KNOW has their debut studio album, The Beauty Of Destruction, ranked at #100, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa. This album was released back on April 29th, 2014.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – August 12th… From GREAT WHITE To BREACH THE SILENCE – And More!

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , , on August 12, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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On August 12th, 1968 – The self-titled debut studio album from the celebrated BIG BROTHER AND THE HOLDING COMPANY is released, via Mainstream Records. Yes, the lead singer on this album is the late and super-great JANIS JOPLIN.

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Above: Great White (circa 1989)

Great White - Once Bitten Twice Shy - promo 45rpm - cover sleeve - 1989 - ILMF0602

On August 12th, 1989 – The legendary GREAT WHITE had their hit single, Once Bitten, Twice Shy, ranked at #5, on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This song is featured on GREAT WHITE’s fourth studio album from 1989: …Twice Shy. The prominent IAN HUNTER originally wrote and recorded this song for his debut and self-titled solo album from 1975.

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On August 12th, 1984 – The marvelous IRON MAIDEN performed at Folks Hall in Wrocław, Poland. This concert was on the band’s World Slavery Tour, promoting their fifth studio album: Powerslave.

Fear Factory - Genexus - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #062415FFSCN

On August 12th, 2015 – The new studio album, Genexus, from Industrial Metal titans FEAR FACTORY is ranked at #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Freaking cool, man! Yeah!

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On August 12th, 2015 – The new S/T EP from West Virginia’s BREACH THE SILENCE is ranked at #35, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa!

Dealey Plaza - Deliver Us - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #0812MMMSAS06F

On August 12th, 2015 – Florida’s DEALEY PLAZA have their new studio album Deliver Us, ranked at #72, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. Whoa, again!

BLACK FAST - Terms Of Surrender - promo album cover pic - #0303MSMSOTFF71024

On August 12th, 2015 – St. Louis, Missouri’s BLACK FAST have their new studio album, Terms Of Surrender, ranked at #95, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

BAD COMPANY Self-Titled Album – Revisiting A Classic Rock Gem From 1974

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, rock albums, rock music with tags , , , , on August 9, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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I believe I once wrote about the 1974 debut and S/T studio album from BAD COMPANY before. If I did, it definitely wasn’t this detailed, as you shall see. Whatever. I did not bother to look up if I did write about it, for I love this album so much anyways. In this post, I have utilized the legitimate facts about this album from a most reliable source: Classic Rock Magazine: Bad Co. – Limited Edition Collector’s Pack. This special edition was released back in 2014 and it also came with a Bad Company DVD (an authorized 40th Anniversary Documentary). Photos of the Bad Company band members were also inserted into this Collector’s Pack too, suitable for framing! How cool is that?

Listen To Can’t Get Enough, Below! Whoa!

My does this Bad Company debut have a delectable menu of Hard Rock hits and I can NEVER get sick of them! Here they are: Can’t Get Enough, Rock Steady, Ready For Love, Bad Company, et cetera. Timeless songs all. Want an example as to why these songs are timeless? Just listen to the cover version of Bad Company by Five Finger Death Punch. Talk about an explosive and psyche-you-out-of-your-skull cover song! Heck, the FFDP cover version of Bad Company has been in the iTunes Top Ten Metal Songs Chart for what seems forever!

Recently, I told my co-workers that the FFDP cover version is better than the original! I must be insane for thinking and saying that! May the Classic Rock Gods forgive me. Still, it is an extreme rarity when I do side with a cover version of any song. Don’t get me wrong, the original Bad Company song still makes me feel like a super bad-ass too.

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Above is source I referred to: Classic Rock MagazineLimited Edition Collector’s Pack (2014)

I first heard Bad Company on the FM dial and this was well before Heavy Metal changed my life for the better. I did not own this Bad Company album until I bought it on cassette; it was somewhere around the beginning of the 80’s decade when Foreigner, QueenREO Speedwagon, STYX, AC/DC, Cheap Trick, Blue Oyster Cult and KISS were the heaviest bands I knew about, listened to and purchased on an analog medium. This Bad Company album, like an endless list of others, just makes me feel so doggone good. I recommend this album to any person, young or old, that is just starting to listen to Classic Hard Rock. Bad Company should come with a required listening sticker on its CD cover, for craps sake.

As for the band, what more can I say that already has been said? Yes, supergroup. On this Bad Company album, former Free frontman Paul Rodgers, Drummer Simon Kirke (Free), guitarist Mick Ralphs (Mott the Hoople) and bassist Boz Burrell (King Crimson) come across as having that musical chemistry that cannot be bought or sold at any price. Sometimes I wonder if this band knew how incredible their sound and songs were, while recording this album! Kinda gives me the Classic Rock chills, you know?

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Here is the complete track listing for Bad Company: Can’t Get Enough, Rock Steady, Ready For Love, Don’t Let Me Down, Bad Company, The Way I Choose, Movin’ On, Seagull. It’s amazing how only 8 songs can make this album so complete! With today’s standards, 8 songs would be called an EP. I think so, anyways. Here is how popular this Bad Company album was, after its release: #3 in the UK and #1 in the USA. Jumping jolly ranchers!

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The sales of Bad Company has an impressive history like this: 5X Platinum and among the Top 50 best-selling albums of the 70’s decade! Whoa! Plus, that’s without Pro Tools. Below are some more facts about this album; some of you may find it exciting, while others may not. Those who don’t care about this stuff are members of The Ex-Lax Fan Club anyways. Enjoy:

  • Record Label: Island (UK) and Swan Song (World)
  • Swan Song was the imprint record label of the iconic Led Zeppelin.
  • A song from Paul Rodgers, Superstar Woman, was not included on this Bad Company album. This song was later included on Paul Rodgers 1982 solo studio album: Cut Loose.
  • A Free song, Easy On My Soul, was covered for the B-side to the hit single 45rpm of Can’t Get Enough. The original Easy On My Soul song is featured on the sixth and last Free studio album from 1973: Heartbreaker.
  •  Bad Company was produced by Bad Company and engineer Ron Nevison.
  • Bad Company was released back in June of 1974.
  • Bad Company was recorded during November of 1973 at Headley Grange, Hampshire.

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LONG LIVE THE ROCKIN’ LEGACY OF BAD COMPANY.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – August 9th… From QUEEN To SYMPHONY X

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, rock music with tags , , , on August 9, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

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On August 9th, 1986 – The iconic QUEEN performed (approximately) a two-hour set at Knebworth Stadium in Britain. It is QUEEN’s 658th and (unfortunately) final concert performance. The opening bands were: STATUS QUO and BIG COUNTRY.

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On August 12th, 2012 – The sensational IRON MAIDEN performed at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, in  Irvine, California, USA. MAIDEN RULES!

Fear Factory - Genexus - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #062415FFSCN

On August 9th, 2015FEAR FACTORY has hit #1, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart, with their new studio album: Genexus.

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On August 9th, 2015SYMPHONY X have debuted with their newly released studio album, Underworld, ranked at #90, on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. Right on!

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On August 9th, 2015MUDVAYNE have their third studio album, Lost And Found, ranked at #100, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums chart. This album was released back in the Spring of 2005. Whoa.

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LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – August 7th… From AEROSMITH To FALLEN ANGELS

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, rock music with tags , , , , on August 7, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

Aerosmith - Last Child - promo 45rpm - 1976 - #21MOMMGMSA733

On August 7th, 1976 – The amazing AEROSMITH had their hit single, Last Child, ranked at #21, on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. This memorable song is featured on AEROSMITH’s fourth studio album from 1976: Rocks.

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Fear Factory - Genexus - promo #1 best seller - Amazon - Aug - 07 - 2015

On August 7th, 2015 – The ninth studio album, Genexus, from Industrial Metal warriors FEAR FACTORY is released via Nuclear Blast America. Genexus is also the #1 Best Seller in Metal albums, on Amazon.com. Whoa, man!

Krisiun - Forged In Fury - promo album cover pic - 2015 - #061215KMOSANF

On August 7th, 2015 – The ninth studio album, Forged In Fury, from Brazil’s Death Metal pack KRISIUN is released, via Century Media Records. Hot damn!

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Above: FALLEN ANGELS

Fallen Angels - World In Decay - promo album cover pic - 2015

On August 7th, 2015 – The new studio album, World In Decay, from Seattle, Washington’s Thrash Metal horde FALLEN ANGELS is released. Freaking great album it is too! Seriously great. Metal be thy name.

Butcher Babies - Take It Like A Man - promo album cover pic - 2015 - OFRGALOTMS

On August 7th, 2015 – The second studio album from BUTCHER BABIES is ranked at #95, on the iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums Chart. This album will be released on August 21st, via Century Media Records.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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JOE SATRIANI’s “SHOCKWAVE SUPERNOVA” ENTERS THE BILLBOARD TOP 200 CURRENT ALBUMS CHART AT # 19

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, rock guitarists, rock music with tags , , , , on August 4, 2015 by Metal Odyssey

SATRIANI’S HIGHEST CHART POSITION OF HIS 30-YEAR CAREER

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Highest Charting Instrumental Rock Album In Soundscan Era

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Set To Perform On The TONIGHT SHOW – This Evening

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Chart Debuts In UK & Australia/New Zealand Also Top 25

(LOS ANGELES, CA – August 4, 2015) – Joe Satriani’s 15th studio album, Shockwave Supernova, has earned the multi-Grammy nominated guitarist his highest U.S. chart position of his career! The album debuts today on the Billboard’s Top 200 Current Albums Chart at #19, the highest debut of his 30-year career, topping his former highest, 1992’s The Extremist, which hit #22 on its debut. In addition, the album also debuted at # 3 on the Billboard Rock Chart and ranks as the highest charting all-instrumental rock album on Billboard’s Top 200 in the soundscan era.

To celebrate, Satriani will be sitting in with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, this evening. Tune in to NBC at 11:35/10:35c pm to watch the iconic guitarist trade licks with Capitan Kirk and the rest of the band.

In addition to the U.S. chart success, Satriani also had high debuts in Australia/New Zealand at #23 and in the UK where it entered the chart at #22,making this his highest UK chart position since the self-titled, ‘Joe Satriani’ in 1995, which reached #21.

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For two decades, Satriani has traveled the world, playing to sold-out crowds as both a headliner and as founder of the all-star “G3” guitar extravaganza. His studio and live recordings have sold more than 10 million copies worldwide to date and of his many solo albums, two have gone platinum and four others went gold, with 15 Grammy nominations between them. His side project, Chickenfoot, featuring former Van Halen front man Sammy Hagar, former bassist Michael Anthony, and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ drummer Chad Smith saw their debut album certified gold and their second studio album debuted at #9.

Joe Satriani will set off on the start of his “Shockwave World Tour 2015” on September 17th in France. The European leg will run through November 10th with the ending show in London. The U.S. portion of the tour is set to begin early in 2016 with an announcement expected next month. Joining Joe for the “Shockwave Tour” is Marco Minnemann (drums), Bryan Beller (bass) and Mike Keneally (keys & guitar).

Watch the first video for title track, “Shockwave Supernova”:

To purchase Shockwave Supernova:

Amazon: http://amzn.to/1P0Cdbj

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/joe-satriani/id46694

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Source: MAD Ink PR

For more info on JOE SATRIANI:

Facebook: Joe Satriani

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LONG LIVE JOE SATRIANI.

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