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On This Day In METAL History – November 10th…

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On November 10th, 1977 – New York City’s RIOT releases their debut studio album: Rock City.

On this day in 1983 – Billy Idol released his second solo studio album, Rebel Yell. This album went on to reach number six on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, selling two million (plus) copies in the United States. With a host of other musicians appearing on Rebel Yell, Steve Stevens played guitar, keyboards and bass on this album.

On November 10th, 1984 – Canada’s Triumph released their seventh studio album: Thunder Seven. This album was released via MCA and would eventually be certified Gold in the U.S., by the RIAA. This album features the FM radio favorites: Follow Your Heart, Spellbound and Killing Time.

On this day in 1986 – Brazil’s Sepultura released their debut studio album: Morbid Visions. The original Sepultura band lineup was: Max Cavalera (vocals & rhythm guitar), Igor Cavalera (drums, percussion), Paulo Jr. (bass guitar) and Jairo Guedez (lead guitar).

On November 10th, 1992 – Brooklyn’s legendary Biohazard releases their second studio album: Urban Discipline via Roadrunner Records.

DJ ASHBA

On November 10th, 1972, DJ Ashba was born. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, DJ! Whoa and hell yeah! DJ Ashba is a world-renowned guitarist for both SIXX:A.M. and Guns N’ Roses. DJ Ashba is also highly regarded as a grammy nominated and platinum recording artist, along with being the CEO of Ashba Media.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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KISS – To Headline Massive European Festivals In 2015!

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As reported on the KISS Facebook page:

We are excited to announce that KISS, along with Muse and Metallica, will be headlining the following German and Austrian Music Festivals:

May, 29-31 – Nürburg, Germany at Der Ring – Grüne Hölle Rock

May, 29-31 – Munich, Germany at Rockavaria Festival

June, 4-6 – Vienna, Austria at Rock in Vienna.

Meet & Greet VIP packages coming your way soon for 3 festivals this Spring ONLY at bit.ly/KISSfestivals. Information coming soon!

Visit www.Ticketmaster.at for tickets for the Vienna Festival.

Visit www.Ticketmaster.de for tickets for the German Festivals.

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* For more info on KISS:

Website: http://www.kissonline.com

LONG LIVE KISS.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 9th…

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On November 9th, 1968 – Cream peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit White Room. This was Cream’s second and final top ten single in the United States. This iconic song originally was featured on Cream’s 1968 double album: Wheels Of Fire.

On this day in 1974 – Bachman-Turner Overdrive hits #1 with their single You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet. The B-side to this single was Free Wheelin. You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet is featured on BTO’s third studio album: Not Fragile. Long live Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada!

On November 9th, 1974 – Jethro Tull hits #2 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the United States with their seventh studio album: War Child.

On this day in 1979 – Iron Maiden releases their debut EP: The Soundhouse Tapes via Rock Hard Records. The three demo songs offered on this historic recording are: Side A: Iron Maiden and Side B: Invasion and Prowler. Of course, the lead vocalist on this EP is Paul Di’Anno. Yes, this is an Iron Maiden collector’s item.

On November 9th, 1985 – Long Way To Heaven, the fifth studio album from the Canadian Heavy Metal Band, Helix, is released. This Helix album features the hits: Deep Cuts The Knife and The Kids Are All Shakin’.

On this day in 1996 – Van Halen’s first compilation album, Best of Volume I, becomes their fifth album to reach the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart. This album spends one week at number one. Best Of Volume I goes on to sell three million copies in the United States.

Best Of Volume I features the song Humans Being, with Sammy Hagar on vocals, from the Twister movie soundtrack. The two newly recorded songs, Can’t Get This Stuff No More and Me Wise Magic, appear at the end of this album and features original lead vocalist David Lee Roth.

CHRIS JERICHO

On November 9th, 1970, Chris Jericho was born. Happy Birthday, Chris! Whoa, yeah! Chris Jericho is currently signed to the WWE and has won more WWF/WWE championship belts than even I can keep track of. An undisputed world heavyweight champion, best-selling author, actor, media personality, musician and vocalist is Chris Jericho. (Phew).

Above top photos: Chris Jericho cover feature -January 2000 issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated and Chris Jericho cover feature – November 2014 issue of Rebel Ink.

Oh, one more important thing: Chris Jericho is also the lead vocalist for the Heavy Metal warriors known as FOZZY and their new CD (sixth overall) was released on July 22nd of this year. See CD cover below and band photo above.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 8th…

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On November 8th, 1976 – Rush’s double live album All the World’s a Stage, reaches #40 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the United States.

On this day in 1980 -AC/DC hits #35 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit You Shook Me All Night Long. This song is featured on their multi-million selling studio album Back In Black, released in 1980.

On November 8th, 1986 – Boston hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit power ballad Amanda. This song is featured on Boston’s multi-million selling and third studio album: Third Stage.

On this day in 1986 – Triumph hits #27 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit Somebody’s Out There. This song is featured on the eighth studio album from Triumph, The Sport Of Kings, released in 1986.

On November 8th, 1989 – The mighty Iron Maiden released their live video (VHS) Maiden England. This classic live video of Iron Maiden was recorded in 1988, during their Seventh Tour Of A Seventh Tour. Of course, that historic tour had Iron Maiden promoting their Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son studio album.

On this day in 2008 – AC/DC reached #1 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart for the first time in 27 years with Black Ice. This album began a two-week stay at number one. The cover art/design for Black Ice was created and drawn by Joshua Marc Levy.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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SOUNDGARDEN – “Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path” Releases November 24th, Via UMe

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Includes Seven Unreleased Tracks

Recognized as one of the world’s most influential bands in Rock music, Grammy-winning multi-platinum selling band Soundgarden started a musical transformation that inspired a generation in its record-breaking career, leaving an indelible mark by helping redefine Alternative and Hard Rock. Hard on the heels of the 20th anniversary deluxe re-release of its chart-topping, five-times-platinum 1994 album, Superunknown, earlier this year, Soundgarden’s latest release is a 3-CD rarities collection, Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path.

Among the seven unreleased tracks is a brand-new recording, “Storm,” recorded in May with producer Jack Endino in Seattle. The new collection was curated and hand-selected by guitarist Kim Thayil. Echo Of Miles: Scattered Tracks Across The Path is the first time an official Soundgarden release has included more than 26 years of rarities that have appeared as B-sides, album bonus tracks, EPs, soundtracks, compilations and live recordings, a must for any fan of the band. The package features three separate thematic discs in a clear plastic slipcase with three separate mini-jackets, each sporting its own unique art, a booklet and inserts, allowing fans to mix and match, personalizing their own album graphic layout.

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LONG LIVE SOUNDGARDEN.

LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 7th…

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1981 – The super legendary Ozzy Osbourne hits #14 in the UK with his second solo studio album Diary of a Madman. Sadly, this is the last studio album to feature the amazing Randy Rhoads, due to his passing in March of 1982 at the very young age of 25. Although not credited, bassist Bob Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake were the true rhythm section that played on this entire album’s original release.

1991 – Rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin quit Guns N’ Roses and was replaced by guitarist Gilby Clarke. Izzy Stradlin was a co-founder of Guns N’ Roses and continued onward with a successful solo recording career, amassing eleven studio albums to date.

1995 – Made in Heaven, the fifteenth and last studio album of original material from Queen, featuring the iconic vocalist Freddie Mercury, releases four years after his passing away. Made In Heaven reached #1 on the UK albums chart and peaked at #58 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Albums Chart.

1995 – Pearl Jam ended their tour in support of their third studio album Vitalogy, in the second of a two night sold out performance at the San Diego Sports Arena. The legendary Ramones opened both concerts.

1998 – Black Sabbath entered the Billboard 200 Album Chart at #11 with their live double album Reunion. This album was recorded during two concerts at the National Exhibition Centre Arena, in their hometown of Birmingham, UK. Reunion went on to become certified Platinum, by the RIAA, in the United States. All four original members of Black Sabbath had reunited: vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward.

2008 – The performance of Def Leppard & Taylor Swift together on CMT Crossroads premiered. This episode showed these artists performing four of Taylor Swift’s songs and four Def Leppard classics. Metal be thy name.

TOMMY THAYER

On November 7th, 1960, Tommy Thayer was born in Portland, Oregon. Happy Birthday, Tommy! Tommy Thayer is famously known as a former guitarist for Black N’ Blue and current/longtime guitarist/songwriter for the legendary KISS. As a former co-founding member of Black ‘N Blue, he also co-wrote their songs. Above photo is the Tommy Thayer cover feature for the German issue of Guitar Magazine (May 15, 2008).

ROB CAGGIANO

On November 7th, 1976, Rob Caggiano was born, in the Bronx, New York. Happy Birthday, Rob! Hell yeah! Rob is a musician and producer, famously known as a former guitarist for Anthrax and current guitarist for Volbeat. Rob was also a member of the Hard Rock supergroup: The Damned Things. Above photo is a Big Four trading card inserted inside a newsstand edition of Revolver magazine, from September/October 2011.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 6th…

On November 6th, 1971 – Sweet releases their debut album, Funny How Sweet Co-Co Can Be. The original band lineup was: Brian Connolly on lead vocals, Andy Scott on guitar/vocals, Steve Priest on bass/vocals and Mick Tucker on drums/vocals.

On this day in 1972 – Deep Purple, at the time named the loudest band by The Guinness Book of World Records, receives a gold album for (their sixth studio album) Machine Head.

On November 6th, 1976 – Blue Öyster Cult hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their single (Don’t Fear) the Reaper. This hit is featured on their fourth studio album, released in 1976: Agents Of Fortune.

On this day in 1976 – Seattle Washington’s very own Heart hits #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit Magic Man. This song is featured on the 1976 debut studio album from Heart: Dreamboat Annie. Heart was inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2013.

On this day in KISSTORY – November 6th, 2014 – KISS will be performing for the second time at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of their November residency.

PAUL GILBERT

On November 6th, 1966, Paul Gilbert was born. Happy Birthday, Paul! Man, whoa! Paul Gilbert is famously known as a cofounding member and guitarist of Mr. Big. Paul was also a co-founder and guitarist for Racer X. Paul also boasts a vast and successful catalog of solo albums. Paul’s thirteenth solo studio album, Stone Pushing Uphill Man, was released on August 5th, 2014, via Shrapnel Records.

Above photos: Paul Gilbert Vibrato solo album from 2012 and Guitar DVD Paul Gilbert Presents Shred Alert!!!

COREY GLOVER

On November 6th, 1964, Corey Glover was born in Brooklyn, New York. Happy Birthday, Corey! Who, yeah! Corey Glover is most famously known as the lead vocalist and co-songwriter for Living Colour. Corey also has had a successful solo calling, releasing 1998’s Hymns via LaFace Records. (see above pic).

Corey is also an actor; he portrayed Private Francis in the 1986 Oliver Stone film classic: Platoon.

Above photos: Top is the promo flyer for the 2015 Shiprocked Cruise, taking place this coming February 2nd to 5th. Living Colour Yahoo! Live promo flyer from October 1st of 2014.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 5th…

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On November 5th, 1970 – Led Zeppelin released their single Immigrant Song. This iconic song would later reach #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Immigrant Song is featured on the band’s third studio album, 1970’s Led Zeppelin III.

On this day in 1983 – Def Leppard hits #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Foolin’. This hit is featured on the third studio album from Def Leppard: Pyromania. This album was released in 1983 and has since sold over ten million copies, earning Diamond certification from the RIAA.

On November 5th, 1995 – Van Halen ended their tour in support of their tenth studio album, Balance, at the Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu, Hawaii. This would be the last Van Halen concert with the dynamic Sammy Hagar, until their reunion tour in 2004.

On this day in 1999 – It was announced that Gary Cherone was no longer the singer for Van Halen, after recording just one album with the band: 1998’s Van Halen III.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

Scorpions – Audio Fidelity Records To Release Scorpions “Blackout” On Limited Edition Numbered Hybrid SACD

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags 80's heavy metal, classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, metal odyssey, Scorpions, scorpions blackout on November 4, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Camarillo, CA – Rock fans worldwide rejoice! Marshall Blonstein’s Audio Fidelity is releasing rock legends Scorpions most successful album “Blackout” on limited edition numbered hybrid SACD! “Blackout”, their eighth studio album, is Scorpions at their peak… it is the band’s 1982 break-through album that made them global superstars. Every song is a gem and this album contains a splendid balance of pop/rock, power ballads and catchy hard rock. Scorpions dish-out fist-poundin’ anthems like the top ten hit “No One Like You” then turn around and offer the soul-stirring ballad “When the Smoke is Going Down”.

Klaus Meine is a singer who knows how to wring the last ounce of impact from each song.The band sounds great as highlighted by the fast-paced performances of guitarists Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs. Herman Rarebell and Francis Buchholz add a tight and powerful drum and bass bottom.”Blackout” is the band’s most solid and rockin’ album. Dieter Dierks production is immaculate. A self-portrait of artist Gottfried Helnwein is featured on the cover of the album.

” ‘Blackout’ just flat-out kicks butt and is one of the most highly anticipated releases in our history.” – Marshall Blonstein, Audio Fidelity President

Tracks:

Blackout
Can’t Live Without You
No One Like You
You Give Me All I Need
Now!
Dynamite
Arizona
China White
When The Smoke Is Going Down

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Production:

Dieter Dierks – producer, engineer

Mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio

For more information: http://www.audiofidelity.net/content/scorpions-blackout

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Source: Glass Onyon PR

LONG LIVE SCORPIONS.

LONG LIVE METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 4th…

On November 4th, 1981 – The legendary Black Sabbath released their tenth studio album: Mob Rules. This marked the second studio album with lead singer Ronnie James Dio. Mob Rules was the first Black Sabbath album with Vinny Appice on drums, replacing Bill Ward.

On this day in 1984 – The UK’s Hawkwind released their live album: This Is Hawkwind, Do Not Panic. This live release contained a 12″ full LP and a 12″ EP.

On November 4th, 1985 – Hawkwind releases their fourteenth studio album: The Chronicle of the Black Sword.

On this day in 1989 – Aerosmith peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200 Album Chart with Pump. This was their second top ten album in the United States. Aerosmith went on to sell seven million copies of Pump, in the United States.

JEFF SCOTT SOTO

Born on November 4th, 1965, in Brooklyn, New York was Jeff Scott Soto. Happy Birthday, Jeff! Alright! Jeff Scott Soto is a lead vocalist, musician, songwriter and lyricist. Besides his successful solo music career, Jeff’s extensive and impressive resume boasts many prominent artists and/or bands he has sung for: Yngwie Malmsteen, Journey, Axel Rudi Pell, Talisman, W.E.T., Takara and Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

TROY MCLAWHORN

Born on November 4th, 1968, in North Carolina was Troy McLawhorn. Happy Birthday, Troy! Whoa! Troy McLawhorn has been a notable guitarist for Evanescence, Seether, doubleDrive and Dark New Day.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 3rd…

On November 3rd, 1984 – The super-legendary Iron Maiden were in the midst of their World Slavery Tour, promoting their fifth studio album: Powerlsave. On November 3rd, 1984, Iron Maiden performed in Gothenburg, Sweden, at the Scandinavium. Iron Maiden’s special guest was none other than… Mötley Crüe.

On this day in 1985 – The reunited Aerosmith releases their eighth studio album, Done With Mirrors, the first of four studio albums for their new record label, Geffen Records. Ted Templeman produced this album and it peaked at #36 on The Billboard 200 in 1985.

On November 3rd, 1990 – Warrant hits #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Cherry Pie. The second studio album from Warrant, Cherry Pie would peak at #7 on The Billboard 200 Albums Chart in 1990. Cherry Pie was produced by Beau Hill and features the late Jani Lane on lead vocals.

On this day in 1991 – Pandora’s Box, a 3 CD box set retrospective of Aerosmith’s years (1973-1982) was released on Columbia Records.

On November 3rd, 1992 – The fifth studio album by Bon Jovi, Keep The Faith, was released via Mercury Records.

On this day in 2003 – Aerosmith appeared with Hank Williams Jr. to perform All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight, live on Monday Night Football.

MICK THOMSON

On November 3rd, 1973, Mick Thomson was born in Iowa. Happy Birthday, Mick! Whoa, yeah! Mick Thomson, aka Number Seven, is a co-founding member and guitarist of the ferocious Slipknot. Slipknot’s fifth studio album, .5: The Gray Chapter, was released on October 21st, 2014, via RoadRunner Records and has already reached #1 on The Billboard 200 Albums Chart.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – November 2nd…

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On November 2nd, 1974 – Bad Company hits #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart, with their single Can’t Get Enough. This hit song is featured on their 1974 self-titled debut album.

On this day in 1980 – The third live album from singer/guitarist Rory Gallagher was released: Stage Struck.

On November 2nd, 1982 – The fifth studio album, Long After Dark, from Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers is released. This terrific album includes the hit singles: You Got Lucky and Change Of Heart.

On this day in 1985 – Loverboy peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with Lovin’ Every Minute of It. This hit was Loverboy’s first top ten single in the United States and is the title track on their fourth studio album, released in 1985.

On November 2nd, 1998 – The Rolling Stones released their live album: No Security. This album was recorded during the 1997-1998 Bridges To Babylon Tour.

On this day in 2005 – Swedish Heavy Rockers Hardcore Superstar released their fifth studio album: Hardcore Superstar, via Gain/Sony.

BOBBY DALL

On November 2nd, 1963, Bobby Dall was born, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Happy Birthday, Bobby! Whoa, yeah! Bobby Dall is the bassist for the world-famous Poison. Above photo L to R: Bobby Dall and Bret Michaels (circa 1987).

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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 – November 1st…

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On November 1st, 1971 – Alice Cooper released their fourth studio album, Killer, which went on to reach #21 on the Billboard 200 Album Chart. Killer eventually was certified Platinum in the United States by the RIAA.

On this day in 1979 – Aerosmith releases their sixth studio album: Night In The Ruts via Columbia Records. The most famous song from this album was the hit: Remember (Walking In The Sand).

On November 1st, 1986 – Boston reached the very top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart for the second time with their third studio album, Third Stage, which spent four weeks at number one. Third Stage was certified 4x Platinum in the United States by the RIAA. The power ballad Amanda, featured on Third Stage, reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, in 1986. Third Stage boasts two other songs that reached the top 20: We’re Ready at #9 and Can’tcha Say (You Believe In Me)/Still In Love at #20.

On this day in 1988 – The first single from Nirvana, Love Buzz”/”Big Cheese, appears on Sub Pop Singles Club.

On November 1st, 1991 – The second studio album from America’s ICED EARTH was released in Europe: Night Of The Stormrider. This fabulous album was later released in the U.S. on April 30th, 1992.

On this day in 1994 – A greatest hits compilation titled, Big Ones was released by Aerosmith, via Geffen Records. Two previously unreleased songs are featured on this compilation: Walk On Water and Blind Man. The other hits on Big Ones spans Aerosmith’s albums from 1987 to 1993.

On November 1st, 1994 – Nirvana – MTV Unplugged In New York is released. This album is a live acoustic performance, which was taped at Sony Music Studios in New York City, on November 18th, 1993.

ANTHONY KIEDIS

On November 1st, 1962, Anthony Kiedis was born. Happy Birthday, Anthony! Whoa, man! Anthony Kiedis is the lead singer for Red Hot Chili Peppers. Red Hot Chili Peppers were inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, back in 2012 and presented by Chris Rock. Above photo: 2011 issue of Rolling Stone Anthony Keidis cover feature – Italian version.

Above: April of 1992 – Def Leppard cover feature. L to R: Rick Allen, Joe Elliott, Rick Savage and Phil Collen.

Above photo credit: Helen L. Collen Photography

RICK ALLEN

On November 1st, 1963, Rick Allen was born. Happy Birthday, Rick! Yeah! Rick Allen is the amazing longtime drummer for the mighty Def Leppard.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

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LYNCH MOB “Sun Red Sun” – New Studio Album Releases December 9th, Via Rat Pak Records

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Lynch Mob “Sun Red Sun” is the bands 11th release and was written and recorded by the same line up as the “Sound Mountain Sessions” EP (Lynch/Logan/Crane/Coogan). “Sun Red Sun” once again highlights the unique pairing of Oni Logan & George Lynch and showcases their ever evolving songwriting abilities. Mixed & mastered by Chris “The Wizard” Collier” (Lynch Mob/Lita Ford/KXM), “Sun Red Sun” offers up straight forward rockers like “Believers of the Day” and “Play The Game”, as well as more groove-oriented cuts like “Erotika” and “Subliminal Dream”.

The CD also features a dynamic George Lynch guitar solo track called “Black Waters” as well as an acoustic ballad called “Sun Red Sun”, which is a tribute to the late great Badlands singer Ray Gillen. The release also features a cover of Bad Company’s “Burnin’ Sky” and includes four re-mastered bonus tracks from the original Sound Mountain Sessions EP: “Slow Drag”, “World of Chance”, “City of Freedom” and “Sucka”! Official release date is Tuesday December 9th, 2014.

PRE-ORDER NOW AT: WWW.RATPAKRECORDS.COM/LYNCHMOB

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On This Day In METAL History – Halloween Edition – October 31st…

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Today is October 31st, 2014 and thus it’s Halloween, here in the United States! Through the centuries, Halloween has also been known as: All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints Eve and Allhalloween. Enough with the history lesson, Halloween is a day to enjoy all things spooky, dress up as monsters or serial killers and (if you’re a kid) knock on strangers doors and beg for candy, in the dark of night. Below are events that have taken place on Halloween during decades of METAL history. Onward, my METAL brethren, shall we…?

On October 31st, 1970 – Led Zeppelin’s third album, Led Zeppelin III reached the top of the Billboard 200 Albums Chart for the beginning of a four-week run at #1. This was Led Zeppelin’s second number one album in the United States.

On this day in 1974 – The mighty Led Zeppelin officially celebrate the UK launch of their record label Swan Song, with a party at the Chislehurst Caves in Kent, UK. This Halloween gala was attended by the likes of label mates Bad Company, The Pretty Things, Roy Harper, strippers, magicians and fire-eaters.

On October 31st, 1974 – Cheap Trick made their live debut at Charlotte’s Web, in their hometown of Rockford, Illinois. Long live Cheap Trick!

On this day in 1975 – The legendary Queen released Bohemian Rhapsody, which at the time of its release was the most expensive single ever recorded. The song would reach number one in the United Kingdom on two occasions. This iconic song hit the top ten in the United States; twice peaking at #9 in 1976 and thanks to Wayne’s World, Bohemian Rhapsody peaked at #2 in 1992. Rest in peace, Freddie Mercury.

On October 31st, 1990 – Before his concert in Seattle, the legendary Billy Idol decided to dump 600 dead fish in the dressing room of opening act Faith No More. Faith No More reciprocated by streaking onstage during Billy Idol’s set. Whoa!

On this day in KISSTORY, October 31st, 1998 – KISS kicked off their tour in support of their 18th studio album: Psycho Circus. This was (supposedly) the first (full) album with their original lineup in 18 years. The famed Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles was where this KISS tour began. The Smashing Pumpkins opened for KISS. This was the first KISS concert tour to have 3-D visual effects.

On October 31, 2014 – The legendary MISFITS with special guests JASTA will be performing at The Reserve, in Meriden, Connecticut. Metal be thy name!

On this day in 2014 – The Thriller/Horror film ABCs Of Death 2 is released in U.S. theaters. Whoa!

MIKKEY DEE

On Halloween, October 31st, 1963, Mikkey Dee was born. Happy Birthday, Mikkey! Whoa yeah, man, you ROCK! Mikkey Dee is the legendary drummer for Motörhead. Mikkey Dee has also been a drummer for legends: King Diamond, Don Dokken and Helloween. Above photo is the Mikkey Dee cover feature for the January 2014 issue of DRUM!.

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE HALLOWEEN.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 30th…

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On October 30th, 1982 –RUSH peaks at #21 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with their single: New World Man. This hit is featured on the ninth studio album from RUSH, released in 1982 titled: Signals.

On this day in 1985 – MTV premieres the music video “Sun City” by Artists United Against Apartheid. Artists United Against Apartheid was a protest group of world-famous musicians, founded by activist and guitarist Steven Van Zandt, aka Little Steven, along with record producer Arthur Baker. The mission was to protest apartheid in South Africa.

On October 30th, 1988 – Bon Jovi kicked off their Jersey Syndicate Tour in support of their fourth studio album: New Jersey. The tour lasted 16 months. Bon Jovi then took a two-year hiatus after the end of this tour. Shown above is a tour program for the Jersey Syndicate Tour.

On this day in 1998 – The legendary Black Sabbath appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman. It was the band’s first appearance on U.S. television since 1976.

On this day in KISSTORY, 1998 – KISS appeared on the television show Millennium, both with and without their trademark makeup.

On October 30th, 2012 – The third studio album from Flyleaf was released on A&M/Octone Records, titled: New Horizons. Originating from Texas, Flyleaf has been recording their style of Alternative Metal since 2005.

On October 30th, 2013 – The paranormal movie, Skinwalker Ranch was released. This film is based on true events and was rated R. In other words, this is a scary movie to watch for Halloween! Whoa.

Above: Grace Slick – Creem cover feature/December 1977

Above: The Best Of Grace Slick (1999 – RCA Records)

GRACE SLICK

On October 30th, 1939, Grace Victoria Wing, aka Grace Slick was born in Chicago, Illinois. Happy Birthday, Grace! Grace Slick is world-famous as the former vocalist for Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, Starship, The Great Society and as a solo artist. During her post music years, Grace Slick has found fame again as an artist in the visual/fine arts.

Above, L to R: Cliff Williams, Malcolm Young, Angus Young, Chris Slade and Brian Johnson of AC/DC. (Hard Force magazine/France/December 1990)

Above, L to R: Jimmy Page, Chris Slade, Paul Rodgers and Tony Franklin of The Firm. (circa 1985)

CHRIS SLADE

On October 30th, 1946, Chris Slade was born. Happy Birthday, Chris! Chris Slade is the former drummer for Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, The Firm, Uriah Heep, Asia and of course, the mighty AC/DC. Actually, Chris Slade has been a drummer for quite a few diverse acts, including the dynamic Tom Jones.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 29th…

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On this day in KISSTORY – October 29, 1976 – KISS appeared on The Paul Lynde Halloween Special. Paul Lynde was a very famous American comedian and actor, best known for his television specials and regular appearance on the hit televised game show, Hollywood Squares, where he sat as a regular in the center square. Sadly, Paul Lynde passed away in January of 1982, at the young age of 55. Rest in peace, Paul Lynde.

On October 29th, 1977 – Bat Out of Hell by Meat Loaf entered the Billboard 200 album chart. This iconic studio album of Rock and Hard Rock went on to spend 82 weeks on the Billboard 200 album chart, reaching its peak at #14. Bat Out Of Hell went on to sell 14 million copies in the United States alone. The song composer for this album was the legendary Jim Steinman.

On this day in 1982 – The Who hits #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their single Athena. This song is featured on The Who’s tenth studio album from 1982: It’s Hard.

On October 29th, 1955, Kevin DuBrow was born. Kevin DuBrow was the charismatic lead singer and co-songwriter for Quiet Riot. Sadly, Kevin DuBrow passed away in November of 2007, at the young age of 52. As a co-founding member of Quiet Riot, Kevin DuBrow helped launch and relaunch this band into Heavy Metal superstardom.

Classic Quiet Riot Lineup, circa 1983-84

From L to R: Kevin DuBrow, Frankie Banali, Rudy Sarzo and Carlos Cavazo.

Quiet Riot became the first Heavy Metal band to reach #1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, with their studio album Metal Health; this Metal milestone happened in 1983. Subsequently, Metal Health spent 74 weeks on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Above top photo is a Kevin DuBrow cover feature for Rock! Metal magazine from October of 1984. Rest in peace, Kevin DuBrow.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.

On This Day In METAL History – October 28th…

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Photo Credit: Jim Henson Productions, Inc.

On October 28th, 1978 – The legendary Alice Cooper made a guest appearance on The Muppet Show. Alice Cooper performed the classics: Welcome to my Nightmare, You and Me and School’s Out.

On this day in 1978 – The mighty Queen kicked off a tour in support of their seventh studio album Jazz, at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Jazz was released back in November of 1978.

On this day in KISSTORY – October 28th, 1978 – KISS Meets The Phantom of the Park airs as the NBC Movie Of The Week.

On October 28th, 1989 – Aerosmith hits and peaks at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, with their hit Love In An Elevator. This cool song is featured on Aerosmith’s tenth studio album Pump, released in September of 1989.

On this day in 1989 – Mötley Crüe hits and peaks at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, with their single Dr. Feelgood. This memorable song is the title track featured on the Dr. Feelgood studio album, released in September of 1989.

On this day in KISSTORY – October 28, 1997 – KISS released their 17th studio album, Carnival of Souls.

On October 28th, 2003 – At a Pearl Jam concert in Santa Barbara, California, vocalist Chris Cornell of Soundgarden joined the band onstage for an unexpected reunion of the supergroup Temple of the Dog. Hunger Strike and Reach Down were the two songs performed from the 1991 Temple Of The Dog studio album.

On this day in KISSTORY – October 28th, 2014 – KISS Love Gun (Deluxe Edition) is released. It is the original album/newly remastered; plus 11 rare and unreleased demos and live tracks. Metal be thy name!

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

Stone.