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$haronfest Survey

Audio Aggression reports: It's that time of year again! Time to tell the Ozzfest powers that be who you wanna see on Ozzfest 2006. Take the survey by clicking the full story link- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Cantrell Recovering

KNAC reports: Alice in Chains guitarist, Jerry Cantrell is recovering from surgery to remove bone spurs in his shoulder.

He was admitted to Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles where Dr. Stephen J. Lombardo, a noted sports medicine practitioner, attended to the surgery.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Club Fire Trial

KNAC reports: A judge set a May 1 trial date for one of three men charged in a 2003 nightclub fire that killed 100 people. Daniel Biechele, the former tour manager for the rock band Great White, faces 200 counts of involuntary manslaughter. He lit the pyrotechnics display that ignited flammable foam lining the ceiling and walls of The Station nightclub in West Warwick.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Simple Plan Foundation

punkbands reports: Say what you will about their music, but A Simple Plan are putting their money where their mouths are. The band has launched The Simple Plan Foundation. It aims to help devote time and energy to raise money for teenagers in need. The foundation will focus on young teens dealing with the hardships of growing up: drug addiction, poverty, depression, suicide, and other struggles. It will also donate funds to various medical and social organizations that care for sick children, and promote music education as a way for kids to find a passion and direction in life. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Black Maria Sans Kyle

punkbands reports: Guitarist Kyle Bishop has parted ways with The Black Maria. The band had the following statement posted on their webpage: We have decided to part ways and move forward without Kyle. We appreciate everyone's support and will be announcing his replacement in the near future. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Motion City Soundtrack Tour

punkbands reports: This little item comes straight from the band's e-mail newsletter: "Hi everyone, we are ecstatic to finally announce some of the details of our 2006 US headlining tour. The tour will kick-off in Milwaukee, WI on February 16 and run through early April. Most of the dates for the tour are listed [at the full story link], but more dates will be added. 

There will be a special presale beginning at 5 pm EST today (Monday, December 12) for most of the shows[see full story for the dates]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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East Coast Exodus

siN's metal news reports: EXODUS, CRYPTOPSY, and IMMOLATION appear to be teaming up for some East Coast shows next year, with two more national acts expected to be added. The first dates to be released are as follows:

April 27 - Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
April 30 - New York, NY @ B.B. King Blues Club
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Talkin Arch Enemy

Press Release reports: StriglsMusicNews.com has posted episode 26 of their "Talking Metal" podcast. The episode features a thirteen minute interview host Mark Strigl conducted with Arch Enemy members Michael Amott and Sharlee D'Angelo. Topics include Rush, King Diamond, Michael's ESP signature guitar, Dio, Spiritual Beggars, and Sharon Osbourne vs. Iron Maiden on Ozzfest 2005. Hosts John Ostronomy and Strigl also discuss topics including Johan Liiva, Christopher Amott, and Probot. A photo as well as the 30 minute podcast can be downloaded at the full story link.- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Smoking Popes Tracks

Victory reports: Chicago's Smoking Popes have announced the tracklisting for their new CD/DVD, titled "Smoking Popes At Metro". 23 Tracks!

Track listing: 
1ascap-doesnt-want-labels-to-promote-their-artists-go-with-bmi-next-timeblin Rose (intro)
2.Off My Mind
3.No More Smiles
4.Gotta Know Right Now
5.Midnight Moon
6.Paul
7.Rubella
8.Don't Be Afraid
9.Mrs. You And Me
10.Writing A Letter
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William Orbit Release

Sanctuary reports: Grammy Award-winning writer/producer and contemporary music visionary, 

William Orbit, returns with an eagerly anticipated new album �Hello Waveforms' on Sanctuary Records out on February 7th. 

His first solo release since 2000's critically acclaimed �Pieces in a Modern Style', the new album was performed and produced by William. �Hello Waveforms' is ethereal, ambient, subtle and distinctive in style, fusing strong melodies with electronic synths to produce his definitive signature sound. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Syd Barrett DVD

MVD reports: Music Video Distributors and Chrome Dreams are pleased to announce the home viewing release of Syd Barrett - Under Review for US distribution on DVD Feb 21, 2006. 

While his former band mates in Pink Floyd have become global superstars, Syd Barrett remains an enigma and a complete recluse. But it was Syd who originally formed the band, immediately becoming its chief songwriter and lead guitarist, and, many would say, the force who dominated the group throughout its most creative period.

Syd Barrett - Under Review features rare live and studio performances[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Phishy Quiz

Day in Rock/Special Ops reports: How well do you know Phish? Find out and you can win access to exclusive audio content. check out the full story link to take the quiz and see if you know enough to unlock the exclusive audio content from Rhino Records. - Click Here for the Full Story 

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Don Caballero Relapse

Relapse reports: Relapse Records is proud to announce the signing of seminal instrumental super-rock outfit DON CABALLERO. 

The Pittsburgh-based band is currently recording their as-yet-untitled Relapse debut full-length with longtime producer Al Sutton (THE LAUGHING HYENAS, BIG CHIEF) at Sutton's Rustbelt Studios in Detroit, MI. Some early track titles include "World Class Listening Problem", "And And And, He Lowered the Twin Down", "Palm Trees in the F**king Bahamas", and "Theme From Bricktop Clowns". A release date is still tba.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Scars of Tomorrow Update

Victory Records reports: Scars of Tomorrow have a new website and an update on what is up with the band � check out www.scarsoftomorrow.net and peep it � here is the update from the band:

Hello Everyone, After several months we finally have a legit website again. A lot of things have been flying around about the band lately and there hasn't been a lot of info going around and we are sorry. Know this though this band is still 100 percent and going strong. We do have a lot to announce I guess so here we go.

First the lineup is as follows: 
Mike vocals
Dan bass
Joey guitar
Kevin guitar 
Ryan drums
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