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Lordi Borden Tour
BW&BK reports: In what promises to be a night of masks, it appears veteran '80s metallers Lizzy Borden have been tapped to open (at least a portion of the dates) for Finland's monster rockers LORDI, when the tour commences in early November.

After which, Lizzy will head to Europe, for a quick series of shows before year's end.
- BW&BK has the dates for you.

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Doctor Orders Janet Jackson To Calls In Sick For More Shows
AP reports: The doctor has again ordered Janet Jackson to postpone a return to her "Rock Witchu" tour. Jackson was scheduled to resume her tour Monday night at the Turning Stone Resort in New York after canceling a show over the weekend in Connecticut.

A message posted on the resort and casino's Web site stated the show had been canceled at the advice of Jackson's doctor.

She has since postponed several shows, including Thursday night's show at Madison Square Garden in New York. Promoters say the dates will be rescheduled.
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Smashing Pumpkins Set Modern Rock Radio A G.L.O.W.
Blabbermouth reports: As the Smashing Pumpkins get ready to launch their North American "20th Anniversary Tour" October 31, the band's powerful new song "G.L.O.W." is now the #1 most added song at Modern Rock Radio, receiving 94 adds in just two weeks and logging over 850 spins in its first week alone.

Now independent artists who are releasing music in unconventional ways, the pioneering and influential Pumpkins are making "G.L.O.W." available via the upcoming Guitar Hero World Tour game.

This marks the first time a band has recorded a new song exclusively for the franchise which will be released afterwards, giving Guitar Hero fans exclusive access to Smashing Pumpkins music before anyone else. - more on this story

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US Passenger
PR reports: /PASSENGER are gearing up for Fall US tour which kicks off with several performances at the CMJ Music Festival.

If you will be in the NYC area but are unable to make it to the band's CMJ shows, they will return to play two consecutive shows at Mercury Lounge on October 28-29.

Otherwise, check the dates below for when they will be playing near you, either on stage, or continuing to capture audiences while busking! - dates

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Serena Ryder Sweeping The Digital Ashes Today
PR reports: Atlantic Records has announced the release of the "Sweeping The Ashes Ep," from acclaimed singer/songwriter Serena Ryder. The three-track release will be available at all digital retailers from Tuesday, October 14th.

A CD version of "Sweeping The Ashes Ep" will be available on Tuesday, October 28th, exclusively at independent retail stores as well as at venues during Ryder's upcoming U.S. tour.

Ryder � who earlier this year received the 2008 Juno Award for "Best New Artist" � will herald the release of "Sweeping The Ashes Ep" with a series of U.S. tour dates, kicking off on October 16th at Madison, Wisconsin's Majestic Theatre. All dates see Ryder supporting Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers. - more on this story

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Paul Shortino Taps Michael Voss To Produce New CD
Blabbermouth reports: Michael Voss has signed on with AOR Heaven to produce the forthcoming album by veteran rocker Paul Shortino.

Shortino's musical career includes stints with Rough Cutt, Quiet Riot, The Cutt as well as a portrayal of "Duke Fame" in the infamous cult classic movie hit "This Is Spinal Tap". Paul has toured the world extensively throughout his career, always finding great success with his German fans.

Going forward, Paul opted to develop projects on his own, often mixing it up with a veritable hard rock "who's who" of virtuoso players. Venturing into a diverse array of endeavors suited Shortino, and it's the career model he's stayed with up to the present. - more on this story

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Coming Up on Jimmy Kimmel Live
antiMusic reports: Jimmy Kimmel Live kindly sent over a list of musical guests that are coming up on the show. The full list is below.

ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live airs nightly at 12:05 am ET/PT

Here is the roster ** Notes Performances that will take place on Jimmy Kimmel Live's Outdoor Pontiac Garage Stage.

October 14 � Kanye West**
October 15 � Jessie Baylin
October 16 � Michelle Williams
October 17 � The Knux
October 21 � Jesse McCartney
October 22 � Lady Gaga

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. Zero Hour Interview
Matt Hensch speaks with Jasun Tipton from Zero Hour about their new album Dark Deceiver and more. - Read the full Zero Hour Interview

. The Poison Written - Devices
The Poison Written possesses the wrath of God. On Devices, the band's new EP for upstart metalcore label Lakeview Records, TPW throws down with a righteous fury straight out of Revelations. Musically speaking, Devices is just as apocalyptic - Read the full The Poison Written - Devices review

. Marduk - La Grande Danse Macabre
There is a Marduk album during the stint of lameness that DOES NOT suck? You better believe impossible things can happen, and that special delivery happens to be La Grande Danse Macabre. - Read the full Marduk - La Grande Danse Macabre review

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