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KISS – European Concerts 2015 – Concert Club Ticket Pre-Sales Live Now!

2015 European Concerts

As reported on the KISS Facebook page:

KISS Concert Club exclusive ticket / VIP package pre-sales are taking place now for the following KISS European concerts:

June 02 – O2 Arena – Hamburg, Germany

June 03 – O2 Arena – Berlin, Germany

June 04 – Leipzig Arena – Leipzig, Germany

June 08 – Prague O2 Arena – Prague, Czech Republic

June 11 – Verona Arena – Verona, Italy

June 18 – Ziggo Dome – Amsterdam, Holland

If you are a KISS Concert Club member already, log in now to get your access code.

If you are not a member, join the KISS Concert Club now at http://www.kissonline.com/join to get access to these pre-sales.

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* For more info on KISS:

Website: www.kissonline.com

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On This Day In METAL History – November 20th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 20, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

JOE WALSH

On November 20th, 1947, Joe Walsh was born, in Wichita, Kansas. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Joe! Yeah! Famously known as the guitarist for the Eagles and James Gang, Joe Walsh has also achieved a very successful solo music career as well, releasing eleven studio albums along with two live albums. The Eagles, with Joe Walsh as a member, were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in the class of 1998.

Many of his timeless Rock classics include, among many: Rocky Mountain Way, Life’s Been Good, All Night Long, In My Car, Funk #49, Ordinary Average Guy and A Life Of Illusion. Joe Walsh is a multi-instrumentalist and has also played for Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band. Photo above: Analog Man from 2012.

DAVEY HAVOK

On November 20th, 1975, Davey Havok was born in New York. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Davey! Whoa! Davey Havok is most famous for being the lead singer, songwriter and co-founding member of AFI. Davey also is the lead singer, lyricist and co-founder of Blaqk Audio and was the lead singer for the Horror Punk supergroup: Son Of Sam.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 19th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 19, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 19th, 1983 – Quiet Riot hits #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, with their hit cover version of Cum On Feel the Noise. This song was originally released in 1973 by the legendary Slade and their version hit #1 in the United Kingdom. This song is featured on Quiet Riot’s third studio album from 1983: Metal Health. This multi-platinum selling album reached #1 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart and is regarded as the first Heavy Metal album to reach #1 on the Billboard Chart.

On this day in 1988 – Cinderella hits #12 on the Billboard Hot 100, with their hit Don’t Know What You Got (Till It’s Gone). This song is featured on Cinderella’s second studio album from 1986: Long Cold Winter.

On November 19th, 1988 – Vixen hits #26 on the Billboard Hot 100, with their hit Edge of a Broken Heart. This song is featured on Vixen’s 1988 self-titled debut album. This cool song was written by Richard Marx and Fee Waybill.

On this day in 1988 – Bon Jovi hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit Bad Medicine. This song is featured on Bon Jovi’s fourth studio album, 1988’s New Jersey.

On November 19th, 1994 – Nirvana entered the Billboard 200 Albums Chart at #1 with MTV Unplugged In New York. This album went on to sell five million copies in the United States, alone.

On this day in 1998 – Mötley Crüe opened their retail store S’crue in Los Angeles on Melrose Avenue. Vocalist Vince Neil helped open the front door during the grand-opening, making three huge cuts with a chainsaw. The store would eventually close two months later.

MATT SORUM

Born on November 19th, 1960, in California was Matt Sorum. Happy Rockin’ birthday, Matt! Man, whoa! Matt Sorum is a world-class drummer and famously known as drumming and/or recording for such prominent acts: Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver, The Cult, Slash’s Snakepit and Johnny Crash among others.

Matt’s current projects are Kings Of Chaos and Fierce Joy. Kings Of Chaos are a touring all-star band of rotating musicians, playing cover songs and songs from their respective bands. Matt Sorum’s Fierce Joy – Stratosphere was released on March 11th, 2014, in the United States, to widespread critical acclaim.

Above photo top: Modern Drummer cover feature, (USA), February 2005 issue. Above photo bottom: Matt Sorum’s Fierce Joy – Stratosphere promo album flyer.

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PRONG – Begins Australia Tour On November 19th

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags metal albums 2014, Metal News, metal odyssey, prong, tommy victor on November 18, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

The legendary Tommy Victor will be leading his band PRONG, through a 4 date tour of Australia: Ruining Lives In Australia Tour 2014. Beginning on November 19th in Sydney at the Metro Theatre and culminating on November 22nd at The Basement, in the capital city of Canberra, as headliners for Metal Fiesta #6, PRONG will be supporting their new and very addicting studio album: Ruining Lives.

PRONG Ruining Lives was released on May 13th, 2014 in the U.S., via Steamhammer / SPV.

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PRONG:

Tommy Victor – Vocals & Guitars

Jason Christopher – Bass, Backing Vocals

Art Cruz – Drums

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* For more info on PRONG:

Facebook: – Prong –

Website: http://www.prongmusic.com/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/prongmusic

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On This Day In METAL History – November 18th – It’s A Rockin’ Birthday Bash For Herman Rarebell, Rudy Sarzo And Kirk Hammett!

HERMAN RAREBELL

On November 18th, 1949, Herman Rarebell was born. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, Herman! Whoa, yeah! Herman “Ze German” Rarebell is a world-class drummer and most famously known as the drummer for the legendary Scorpions. From 1977 to 1996, Herman recorded, toured, wrote and co-wrote songs for the Scorpions, helping the band to achieve dozens of Gold and Platinum records, along with wide-spread sold-out shows in both arenas and stadiums.

Herman Rarebell has remained active in the music scene, since his departure from the Scorpions. His newest album, Herman Rarebell & Friends – Herman’s Scorpions Songs, will be released in the U.S. on this coming December 16th. This new album from Herman features vocalists: Tony Martin, Don Dokken, Doogie White, Bobby Kimball and more! Herman has also written an autobiography: And Speaking Of Scorpions….

QUIET RIOT – Classic lineup (circa 1983) L to R: Rudy Sarzo, Frankie Banali, Kevin DuBrow and Carlos Cavazo.

RUDY SARZO

On November 18th, 1950, Rudy Sarzo was born in Havana, Cuba. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, Rudy! Whoa! Rudy Sarzo is famously known as the former bassist for Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot and Whitesnake. Rudy Sarzo has also played bass and/or recorded for the legendary DIO, WhiteSnake, Yngwie Malmsteen, Blue Öyster Cult, Geoff Tate’s Queensrÿche and Animetal USA. If you follow Rudy Sarzo on Twitter, you will be easily convinced he is a champion of animals and their well-being.

Above top photo: Rudy Sarzo cover feature for U.S. Rockstar Magazine (December 2013).

KIRK HAMMETT

On November 18th, 1962, Kirk Hammett was born in California. Happy Metal Birthday, Kirk! Hell, yeah! Kirk Hammett is famously known as the lead guitarist for the super-legendary Metallica. Besides being a classic member of (probably) the greatest Metal band that ever existed, Kirk also was a founding member of the ravenous Exodus.

In short, Kirk Hammett is a pioneer and legend of Thrash Metal and helped give The Bay Area its real fame. Kirk is also a very successful entrepreneur, putting his name and creativity on items from guitar straps to horror collectables. Besides being recognized as one of music history’s greatest guitarists, Kirk Hammett along with his Metallica bandmates, were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame for the class of 2009.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 17th…

On November 17th, 1967 – The Who began their second tour of North America at the Shawnee Mission South, high school, in Overland Park, Kansas. The Who were on tour opening for The Buckinghams. Are you ready for this… the ticket admission was: $2 (U.S. funds). Whoa!

On this day in 1979 – The Electric Light Orchestra, aka, ELO reaches #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart, with Shine a Little Love. ELO’s Bev Bevan later went on to tour as drummer for Black Sabbath, on their Born Again ’83-’84 World Tour.

On November 17th, 1986 – The second studio album from Dark Angel was released: Darkness Descends. This marked the first Dark Angel album to feature Gene Hoglan on drums. This album was also the last to feature vocalist Don Doty.

On this day in 1990 – ZZ Top peaked at #6 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart with their tenth studio album Recycler. This was their fifth top ten album in the United States. Recycler became certified Platinum in the United States by the RIAA.

On November 17th, 2014 – Slayer, with Exodus and Suicidal Tendencies perform at the Bricktown Event Center, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Metal be thy name!

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AC/DC “ROCK OR BUST” – Releasing December 3rd; Title Track Streaming Now!

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Metal, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags ac/dc, classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock albums 2014, metal odyssey, rock music news on November 17, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

AC/DC – Rock Or Bust, the highly anticipated new studio album from Australia’s legendary band, will be released on December 3rd, 2014, via Columbia Records. It will be the band’s fifteenth internationally released studio album and the seventeenth to be released in Australia. This is the first studio album of new AC/DC magic, since the multi-platinum Black Ice, which was released back in 2008.

Rock Or Bust was recorded in the Spring of 2014, at Warehouse Studio in Vancouver, British Columbia and has AC/DC once again teaming up with producer Brendan O’Brien and mixer Mike Fraser. Founding member and guitarist Malcolm Young did not play on Rock Or Bust, due to his heartbreaking struggle with dementia. The nephew of brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, Stevie Young, played rhythm guitar on the new album.

Crank UP The Volume For Rock Or Bust!

ROCK OR BUST – Track Listing:

Rock or Bust
Play Ball
Rock The Blues Away
Miss Adventure
Dogs of War
Got Some Rock & Roll Thunder
Hard Times
Baptism By Fire
Rock the House
Sweet Candy
Emission Control

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Pre-order “Rock Or Bust” digitally and get downloads of “Rock Or Bust” and “Play Ball” instantly: http://smarturl.it/RockOrBustMP3

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AC/DC on Rock Or Bust:

Brian Johnson – lead vocals
Angus Young – lead guitar
Stevie Young – rhythm guitar, backing vocals
Cliff Williams – bass guitar, backing vocals
Phil Rudd – drums, percussion

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* For more info on AC/DC:

Facebook: AC/DC

LONG LIVE AC/DC.

STAY STRONG, MALCOLM YOUNG.

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Top Trumps – “Rock Gods” Themed Card Game Releases On December 8th

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags christmas gifts, classic rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal odyssey, top trumps rock gods on November 16, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Here’s a very cool Christmas stocking stuffer or flat-out surprise holiday gift, for the Metalhead and/or Rockaholic in your life! Whoa! Read on…

30 classic bands and artists battle it out across 6 categories in the traditional Top Trumps themed card game, including the likes of: Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, KISS, Alice Cooper, Mötley Crüe, Aerosmith, Free and many more.

Here is the definitive list of all artists and bands in the inaugural “Rock Gods” Top Trumps:

Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, The Rolling Stones, Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, Metallica, The Who, Queen, David Bowie, KISS, Motörhead, Thin Lizzy, Genesis, Bruce Springsteen, Yes, Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Mötley Crüe, Free, Status Quo, Rory Gallagher, Cream, Alice Cooper, Whitesnake, Heart and Nirvana.

Will the Rolling Stones have had more UK No.1 albums than Led Zeppelin?

Have Nirvana had a higher placed UK single than Def Leppard?

Over the years have Whitesnake had more members than Heart?

Have Metallica sold more worldwide albums than Iron Maiden?

Who have been going longer Judas Priest or Kiss?

You will find the answer to these and many more match ups when the classic card game is released in December.

The perfect Christmas present stocking filler for everyone you ever met is released on Monday December 8th, with a reduced pre-sale price (including free delivery) of £5 available now.

On general release Monday December 8th and available here to pre-order now:

http://rocktrumps.bigcartel.com/product/top-trumps-rock-gods

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* For Top Trumps USA info:

Website: http://www.toptrumps.us

Website: http://www.toptrumps.com/usa/

LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE ROCK N’ ROLL.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 16th, From Jimi Hendrix To Iron Maiden

On November 16th, 1968 – The Jimi Hendrix Experience reached the top of the Billboard 200 Album Chart for the first time with their third and final studio album Electric Ladyland. This Rock historical album would spend two weeks at the number one position.

On this day in 1977 – RUSH received their first Gold records in the United States for their albums 2112, All the World’s A Stage (Live) and A Farewell To Kings.

On November 16th, 1978 – The iconic Queen were awarded the Gold Ticket for playing to over 100,000 fans at Madison Square Garden. At this concert, during Fat Bottomed Girls, Queen were joined onstage by semi-nude female cyclists. Metal be thy name!!

Above photos: Top – U.S. ’78 Tour Queen T-shirt art, Bottom – 1978 45 RPM cover sleeve for Bicycle Race / Fat Bottomed Girls.

On this day in 1982 – The mighty Iron Maiden were in Australia, nearing the end of The Beast On The Road Tour; the city was Brisbane and the venue was Festival Hall. This Iron Maiden tour was in support of the band’s legendary and third full-length studio album: The Number Of The Beast.

On November 16th, 1991 – Guns N’ Roses peaked at #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart with their hit Don’t Cry. This song marked their fifth top ten single in the United States.

Photo credit: http://www.alexcraig.com

On this day in 2005 – The second UK Music Hall Of Fame ceremony took place at the Alexandria Place in London. The Who, Pink Floyd, The Kinks, Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne (solo), Jimi Hendrix, Black Sabbath, Eurythmics, Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan and Joy Division/New Order were among the legendary Rock and Metal inductees.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 15th, From KISS To Slayer

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 15, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 15th, 1971 – Grand Funk Railroad released their fifth studio album E Pluribus Funk via Capitol Records, which later peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, selling one million copies.

On this day in 1987 – Mony Mony ‘Live’ by Billy Idol was a hit.

On November 15th, 2014 – The mighty Slayer with Suicidal Tendencies and Exodus perform on November 15th, 2014 at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona.

On November 15th, 2014 – Slipknot takes their ferocious Knotfest to Japan, on November 15th, 2014, at Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan.

On this day in KISSTORY – November 15th, 2014 – KISS Rocks Vegas tonight at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

CHAD KROEGER

On November 15th, 1974, Chad Kroeger was born in Hanna, Alberta, Canada. Chad Kroeger is the co-founding member, lead vocalist, songwriter and guitarist of Nickelback. Chad has been a sought after songwriter, singer and producer for many other artists, including and not limited to: Santana, My Darkest Days, Avril Lavigne, Chris Daughtry, Steel Panther and Tim McGraw. Chad married Canadian Rock singer and actress Avril Lavigne, on July 1st, 2013, which is also Canada Day.

With Nickelback, Chad Kroeger has released seven studio albums, with their eighth studio album No Fixed Address releasing on November 17th, 2014. With #1 albums and many chart hit singles aside, Nickelback has comfortably sold over fifty million albums worldwide.

Top photo: Hello Canada, weekly, No 312, July 15, 2013.

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LIVING COLOUR – RETURN TO STUDIO, POSTPONE SEVERAL FALL TOUR DATES

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, rock bands, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, funk metal, Hard Rock, hard rock albums 2015, living colour, metal odyssey on November 14, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Karsten Staiger

NEW YORK, Nov. 14 – Living Colour, the multi-platinum rock band whose music Rolling Stone described as “an intoxicating brew of hard, grinding rock with splashes of funk, jazz, reggae and pop,” have returned to the studio to finish work on Shade, their forthcoming album.

The band has also postponed a number of their fall tour dates in order to spend the remainder of the year working on their sixth studio offering. However, Living Colour will be playing four shows before the end of the year:

Nov. 28 – New York, NY Irving Plaza
Nov. 29 – Londonderry, NH Tupelo Music Hall (SOLD OUT)
Nov. 30 – Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
Dec. 01 – Philadelphia, PA World Café Live

“While we don’t want to disappoint our fans,” explained guitarist Vernon Reid, “we need this time to finish recording the new album. We will be back in February with new material. We really appreciate our fans’ support and want to make the best record we can.”

Dates that have been postponed are:

Dec. 03 – Stafford Springs, CT Stafford Palace Theatre
Dec. 04 – Newton, NJ The Newton Theatre
Dec. 05 – Ridgefield, CT Ridgefield Playhouse
Dec. 06 – Leesburg, VA Tally Ho Theatre
Dec. 07 – Hanover, MD Maryland Live Casino
Dec. 09 – Nashville, TN City Winery Nashville
Dec. 10 – Carrboro, NC Cat’s Cradle
Dec. 12 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL The Culture Room
Dec. 13 – St. Petersburg, FL The State Theatre
Dec. 14 – Atlanta, GA The Masquerade

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* Source: Speakeasy PR & Marketing

* For more info on LIVING COLOUR:

www.facebook.com/livingcolour

www.twitter.com/livingcolour

LONG LIVE LIVING COLOUR.

LONG LIVE ROCK N’ ROLL.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 14th, From Jimi Hendrix To At The Gates

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 14, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 14th, 1967 – The Jimi Hendrix Experience, (The) Pink Floyd, The Move and (The) Amen Corner kicked off a U.K. tour at Royal Albert Hall in London, England. Whoa!!

On this day in 1971 – Slade hits #1 in the UK with their hit single: Coz I Love You.

On November 14th, 1987 – Billy Idol peaked at #10 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, with his first compilation album Vital Idol. This album went on to become certified Platinum in the U.S., by the RIAA.

On this day in 1991 – Aerosmith were inducted into the Boston Garden Hall of Fame.

On November 14th, 1992 – Bon Jovi reached number one on the UK albums chart for the second time, with their fifth studio album: Keep the Faith. This album spent one week on top of the chart. In the U.S., Keep The Faith peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart.

On this day in 1995 – The influential Swedish Melodic Death Metal band, At The Gates, released their fourth studio album: Slaughter Of The Soul. This would be the band’s last studio album, until 2014’s highly anticipated comeback: At War With Reality.

On November 14th, 2000 – Rush co-founder, singer and bassist Geddy Lee released his 11 song, debut solo album: My Favourite Headache.

JAMES “JY” YOUNG

On November 14th, 1949, James Young was born, in Illinois. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, James! Indeed! James Young is a world-class Guitarist, singer and songwriter who is a life-long lead guitarist for the legendary Hard Rock band Styx. James has also released three solo albums. (Above photo credits: Styx Facebook).

FRANKIE BANALI

On November 14th, 1951, Frankie Banali was born in Queens, New York. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, Frankie! Whoa, man! Frankie Banali is a world-renowned drummer and famously known as the drummer for the legendary Quiet Riot. Frankie Banali has also played for W.A.S.P. and Billy Idol on recordings.

Above photo: Frankie Banali (July 2012) cover feature for Rockstar Magazine.

ALEC JOHN SUCH

On November 14th, 1951, Alec John Such was born in Yonkers, New York. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, Alec! Yeah! Alex is famously known as the former bassist for Bon Jovi. Alec John Such parted ways with Bon Jovi during 1994.

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FAITHSEDGE – Recruits Stryper Bassist And Mr.Big /Ace Frehley Drummer For 2015 Album

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, faithsedge, Hard Rock, hard rock albums 2015, hard rock news, metal odyssey on November 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

After back to back albums welcomed by fans and critics alike, Faithsedge featuring lead vocalist/songwriter Giancarlo Floridia and former Dokken guitarist Alex De Rosso will enter the studio in 2015 to record the third Faithsedge installment.

Joining the new lineup will feature Tim Gaines (Stryper) on bass and drummer Matt Starr (Mr.Big /Ace Frehley), which will deliver a crushing new rhythm section.

Taking over production and full-time keys for the album will be Alessandro Del Vecchio (Hardline) known for his melodically charged keys and excellent productions.

The album has been written by Floridia and the band will start pre-production early in 2015, with plans for release by the end of the year.

Faithsedge’s current record The Answer of Insanity was released in September through Scarlet Records/eOne music.

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* For more info on FAITHSEDGE:

www.faithsedgemusic.com

www.facebook.com/faithsedge

LONG LIVE FAITHSEDGE.

LONG LIVE HARD ROCK.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 13th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, music news, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 13, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 13th, 1976 – The iconic Led Zeppelin achieves their seventh #1 UK album with the film soundtrack The Song Remains The Same. Released as a double-album, it peaked at #2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Albums Chart. This double-album was recorded in 1973, at the world-famous Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Photo credit: Vietnam Veterans Memorial

On this day in 1982 – The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was finalized and dedicated in Washington, DC. God Bless America.

On November 13th, 1987 – The Science Fiction/Action film, The Running Man, was released to theaters. This film stars the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger. The late Richard Dawson also stars as this film’s central villain. The Running Man was directed by Paul Michael Glaser with a screenplay by Steven E. de Souza. Director Paul Michael Glaser is also famously known as Detective David Starsky of the hit late 70’s television show: Starsky & Hutch.

On this day in 2006 – On the Route Of All Evil tour, Aerosmith played a 15 song set and Mötley Crüe played a 13 song set at the Cricket Pavillion in Phoenix, Arizona.

On November 13th, 2010 – At the Brisbane River Stage, Australian Rock/Alternative Rock band Powderfinger performed their last concert.

On November 13th, 2014 – The super-legendary MISFITS will be performing a concert, tonight at the House of Blues on Sunset Strip, in West Hollywood, California.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 12th – From “Creepshow” To Queen

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, horror, music news, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 12, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

On November 12th, 1976 – Queen released Somebody to Love, the first single off of their fifth studio album: A Day at the Races. The song would reach #2 on the U.K. Singles Chart and #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart in America. Above photo: cover sleeve artwork for the 7″ single/45 rpm.

On this day in 1977 – With their debut album Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols, The Sex Pistols reached #1 on the U.K. Albums Chart for the first and only time. As the only studio album ever released by this legendary band, its influence on Heavy Metal became evident in later years, with Motörhead and Anthrax covering God Save The Queen and Megadeth covering Anarchy In The UK.

On November 12th, 1982 – The Horror/Dark Comedy film, Creepshow, was released in U.S. theaters. With a brilliant screenplay by Stephen King and legendary directing from George A. Romero, Creepshow has earned status as a timeless Horror classic, in my Metal opinion. Creepshow consists of five short stories; each a gem in their own right.

Creepshow featured some famously talented actors of the day: Hal Holbrook, Adrienne Barbeau, Fritz Weaver, (the late) Leslie Nielsen, (the late) Carrie Nye, (the late) E. G. Marshall and of course, Ted Danson of Cheers fame. Stephen King is also the only actor, in one of the five short stories: The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill. Trust me, Stephen King puts on a grand performance, giving his Jordy Verrill character both a hilarious and somber persona. I highly recommend Creepshow to all who love Horror and Dark Comedy.

Man, I remember going to the theater to see this film with a cool Metal buddy named Jaime, back in 1982; our walk back home was at night, thus we were spooked pretty damn good! I just rented Creepshow a couple of weeks ago and watched it with my wife and daughter; it was their first time watching this movie and they were super-spooked by it all! Good times. Creepshow is… Metal!

On this day in KISSTORY – November 12th, 2014 – KISS Rocks Vegas Show #4 is tonight, at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Metal be thy name!

DAVID ELLEFSON

Born on November 12th, 1964 was David Ellefson. Happy Rockin’ Birthday, David! Hell-yeah and whoa! David Ellefson is the world-famous bassist and co-founding member for the legendary Megadeth. David Ellefson also played bass on the 2004 Soulfly album: Prophecy. David also released his autobiography, My Life With Deth, on October 29th, 2013.

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LONG LIVE METAL.

LONG LIVE THE ROOTS & FAMILY TREE OF METAL.

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KISS – Rock Icons To Perform At 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, holidays, Music, music news, news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, kiss, macy's thanksgiving day parade, metal odyssey, thanksgiving 2014, thanksgiving day on November 11, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

Represented by Epic Rights, (the full-service global branding and merchandising company), the iconic KISS have been secured to perform at the 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! This marks the first ever appearance of KISS at this historic and traditional holiday American event! Whoa! With a KISS medley and 600 cheerleaders from across the United States, leading the way, this event will be viewed by tens of millions of people; viewed from both the streets of Manhattan and around the U.S.! Whoa again!

The 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® returns to NBC on Thursday, November 27 (9:00 a.m. to noon in all time zones). Matt Lauer, Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie of NBC’s Today will anchor the broadcast. Executive Producer Brad Lachman, Producer Bill Bracken and Director Gary Halverson are the team leading this live holiday broadcast, behind the scenes.

2014 has been a milestone year for KISS, with the band celebrating their 40th Anniversary and induction into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. KISS will be capping off their historic year when they hit their mark on Manhattan’s 34th street, at this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. Metal be thy name!

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* For more info on this NBC telecast:

http://www.nbc.com/macys-thanksgiving-day-parade

LONG LIVE KISS.

LONG LIVE NBC.

HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING, AMERICA!

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On This Day In METAL History – November 11th…

On this day in KISSTORY – November 11th, 1976 – KISS released their fifth studio album: Rock And Roll Over. This legendary album features the memorable KISS classics: Hard Luck Woman, Calling Dr. Love, I Want You and Makin’ Love. The album cover artwork was created by the prominent artist Michael Doret.

On November 11th, 1977 – As a tribute to Elvis Presley, Slade’s Rock medley of Elvis Presley covers, My Baby Left Me/But That’s All Right Mama, peaks at #32 in the United Kingdom. This release was a 7″, single, 45 RPM.

On this day in 1988 – The Christmas comedy film, Ernest Saves Christmas, was released to theaters. Jim Varney played the lovable super-nerd and film franchise star: Ernest P. Worrell. This film was directed by John R. Cherry III. Sadly, Jim Varney passed away at the young age of 50, in February of 2000. The Ernest character and Jim Varney were… Metal. Rest in peace, Jim Varney.

On this day in 1997 – The mighty Metallica performed a free concert at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11th, 1997, in the CoreStates complex parking lot, in South Philadelphia. In celebration of the release of their seventh studio album Reload, Metallica had promised a free concert to any major city with an available venue. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is… Metal.

On November 11th, 2014 – Forest Of The Living Dead is released on DVD. This Horror flick stars Michael Madsen, Johnny Young and Aiden Bristow. The living dead are always… Metal.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 10th…

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.

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KISS – To Headline Massive European Festivals In 2015!

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags classic rock, hard rock news, kiss, metal festivals 2014, metal odyssey, rock festivals 2014 on November 10, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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

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LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N ROLL.

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On This Day In METAL History – November 9th…

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Metal, music news, rock music, rock music news with tags chris jericho, classic rock, Hard Rock, metal history, metal odyssey, this day in metal, this day in rock on November 9, 2014 by Metal Odyssey

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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