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Soundgarden performed its first show since 1997 this past Friday night (April 16) under the name Nudedragons (anagram of Soundgarden) at the Showbox at the Market in its Seattle hometown. Blabbermouth has audio from the full show here

Rock Radio reports that Killswitch Engage singer Howard Jones will return to the band after taking time off for personal reasons, fronting a set of shows in the US starting on May 19.

Iron Maiden and the 2012 London Olympic Games. A strange combination? Not to over 92,000 Facebook fans, who have joined a rapidly growing campaign for the iconic British heavy metal group to open the UK games. more.

In other related news: Iron Maiden's Flight 666 has won the Music DVD Of The Year award at the 2010 Juno Awards which were held Sat night at St. John's Convention Centre in St. John's, Newfoundland. more

Ringo Starr has commented on the recent Vatican article forgiving The Beatles for all of their sins. Ringo reportedly responded, "Didn't the Vatican say we were Satanic or possibly Satanic? And they've still forgiven us? I think the Vatican, they've got more to talk about than the Beatles." more

Just days after the departure of singer Dylan Anderson was announced, Of Machines drummer Brent Guistwite has left the group. more

Mosh Potatoes: Recipes, Anecdotes And Mayhem From The Heavyweights Of Heavy Metal, a book that contains recipes from the likes of Zakk Wylde, Lemmy, Lita Ford and members of Pantera, Lamb Of God, Guns N' Roses, Megadeth, Bison B.C., Type O Negative and others, will be released to stores on Nov. 30. more

The funeral of Sex Pistols impresario Malcolm McLaren will take place in London on Thursday, including a public procession to be followed by a private service. McLaren's son, Joseph Corre, says: "We want everyone to observe a 'minute of mayhem' at noon on Thursday. Put on your favourite record and let it RIP!" more

All tickets have reportedly been sold for Aerosmith and The J.Geils Band's show at Fenway Park on August 14th after the tickets became available Saturday morning. more

The Pixies have sent their mailing list news about two very special, fan exclusive shows in London on June 3rd and 4th. more

Liverpool club the Korova has been badly damaged by a fire that broke out in the building Saturday morning (April 17).The Korova is one of Liverpool's most prominent music venues, and has played host to bands including Hot Chip, The XX and The Kooks. It is also notable for being the location where Arctic Monkeys shot the cover image of 2006 debut album 'Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not'. more

West Memphis Three related news: A federal judge says the stepfather of one of three Arkansas boys slain in 1993 must pay Dixie Chicks singer Natalie Maines' legal costs stemming from a defamation lawsuit he filed against the band. more

The Gates Of Slumber has cancelled a portion of their European tour as a result of travel limitations caused by the volcanic eruption in Iceland. more

After parting ways with Canadian based rock band Evans Blue in 2008, singer and lyricist Kevin Matisyn has started a new chapter in his career with the formation a new band called Parabelle. more

Lightning Swords of Death have announced their new album 'The Extra Dimensional Wound' will be released on May 25th, 2010 via Metal Blade Records. more

Scheduling conflicts have prompted Our Lady Peace to strike the second nights of shows they were to play in Regina and Thunder Bay, Ont. more

Abigail Williams have completed recording of individual performances for their still untitled second full-length. Captured at Conquistador Studios in Cleveland, Ohio, eight new songs were laid down with vocalist/guitarist Ken Sorceron and engineer Cole Martinez controlling the audio takes. more

Eulogy Recordings is very proud to announce the signing of Australia's straight edge hardcore bandThe War. They are currently touring the the U.S. on "Mission Quest To Metal Fest" tour with Death Threat, Death Before Dishonor and The Mongoloids. more

Bullet For My Valentine have announced a MySpace Secret Show scheduled for April 26th in London at 9pm (GMT), 4pm (EST). more -

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