This week on the Hair Metal Mansion Radio Show, JANET GARDNER (VIXEN) and JUSTIN JAMES join host Andrew the Axeman as the special guests! They will be on the show to tell us all about the first ever Janet Gardner solo record, due out August 18th through Pavement Entertainment. You will hear the premiere of TWO brand new tracks from the record to go along with it! 

Also on tap ... 

 - Additional new music premieres from CHEAP TRICK, REVOLUTION SAINTS, MISS CRAZY, GOTTHARD and STATION. 

Plus, the FNA RECORDS Artist of the Week, and plenty of your REQUESTS for your favorite headliners and hidden gems from the decade of decadence! 

The Hair Metal Mansion Radio Show w/ Andrew the Axeman premieres every THURSDAY night @ 9pm ET/8pm CT/6pm PT!

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- Rock Radio UK - www.rock-radio.co.uk

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Having just released the brand new video for their single “Unbroken” this July and embarking on a 10 date tour with former Queensrÿche founder Geoff Tate at the beginning of the year, Voices of Extreme are gearing up to hit the road once again with Tesla.

 Voices of Extreme is a power trio hailing from New York, and is currently planning their summer touring schedule. The band's history dates back to 2004 with it's inception and now proudly lists its members as Don Chaffin (lead vocalist/guitarist), Steven G. Knight (bass) and Bobby Marks (drums).

Check out their latest video for the track “Unbroken” below:

Tour dates with Tesla:
July
28 - Verizon Center, Mankato, MN
29 - Orpheum Theater, Madison, WI
August
1 - Gillioz Theater, Springfield, MO
3 - Embassy Theater, Fort Wayne, IN
4 - Taft Theatre, Cincinnati, OH
5 - 20 Monroe Live, Grand Rapids, MI
8 - The Palace Theatre, Greensburg, PA
9 - Centennial Terrace, Toledo, OH
11 - House of Blues Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, SC
12 - The Ritz, Raleigh, NC
14 - The Fillmore Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
15 - The Fillmore Silver Spring, Silver Spring, MD
16 - The Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, Hampton Beach, NH

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Daily Public is reporting that Rock & Brews co-founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS fame, along with co-founding partners Dave and Dell Furano and Michael Zislis, have announced the expansion of the rock-inspired restaurant to Vacaville, California. The new location should open in November 207 at Vacaville Commons.


It will be the first Rock & Brews in Northern California and the 22nd restaurant in the chain which includes the United States and Mexico, said a press release announcing the venture. The 7,970-square-foot Rock & Brews will employ about 125 people


Read the complete article here.


According to a report by Niagara This Week, the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino has launched a line of specially designed chips inanticipation of the KISS outdoor show there later this summer. There are five chips in total, one for each individual member of the band plus one featuring the entire group.


A new chip will be released each and will cost. The band chip will cost $25. One chip will be released each Friday leading up to KISS’ outdoor concert on Saturday, Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. The fifth and final chip will feature the entire band and sell for $25 There is a limit of 10 chips per customer.


The first in the series, lead guitarist Tommy Thayer (The Spaceman) went on sale on July 21st.


“KISS and Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino both personify energy and excitement,” casino general manager Patrick Bassney said. “We know how much everyone is looking forward to KISS’ outdoor show next month. This collectible casino chip collection is a way for fans to celebrate what is sure to be a legendary performance.”

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Ultimate Jam Night will honor David Zablidowsky, bassist for Adrenaline Mob who died in a recent tour accident, at its long-standing show in residency at Hollywood’s Whisky A Go Go on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. The event will feature some of rock music’s biggest names. Doors open at 8 PM. The event is free of charge and will be broadcast worldwide on Zinna.TV.
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Guest appearances and performances include Dee Snider, Sebastian Bach, Jesse Hughes from Eagles of Death Metal, Mike Portnoy of The Winery Dogs, Rikki Rockett of Poison, Dug Pinnick of King’s X, Jeff Scott Soto, Bruce Kulick of Grand Funk and Kiss, Marq Torienof the Bullet Boys, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal formerly of Guns N Roses, The Wood family and Roddy Chong from Trans-Siberian Orchestra. More guest artists will be named right up until show time.

Also in appearance will be long-standing Ultimate Jam Night House band members including Ultimate Jam Night creator Chuck Wright of Quiet Riot, Matt Starr of Mr. Big, Walter Ino of Survivor, Mitch Perry of MSG, along with Joe Travers of Duran Duran, and Sean McNabb of Lynch Mob.


The night will center on long-time Ultimate Jam Night show host Paul Zablidowsky, who is the brother of the deceased Adrenaline Mob bassist.


David Zablidowsky, better known as “David Z.” was a highly regarded musician based on the east coast. Before joining Adrenaline Mob, he had been a part of the popular Trans Siberian Orchestra. Along with his brother Paul the two had been a part of the band Z02 featured in the IFC TV series “Z Rock”.


Although lesser known than his contemporaries, David Zablidowsky was active in developing young people through music.


To continue his legacy, the David Z Scholarship Fund has been created for the music school at Brooklyn College. Contributions can be made at the event or via the following secure web address here. Please mark all funds with the designation “David Z”.

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Swedish melodic rock combo, Kryptonite, have released a video for “Keep The Dream Alive”, a track from their upcoming self-titled album, due for release on August 4th. Watch the new video below.


Sometimes musicians are put together who only know each other from afar via their respective recordings, but something clicks and triggers a magical moment. That's exactly what happened when Jakob Samuel from The Poodles met up with producer Alessandro Del Vecchio on the heels of a concept created by Frontiers President Serafino Perugino. Together, they set off to work on a new band that could offer lyrical concepts that are deep and intelligent with music that operates within the genres they excel in. And most importantly, has a great energy and impact.


Together with executive producer Serafino Perugino, they handpicked each musician to be part of their vision for a strong lineup of young and hungry Swedish musicians that would be ready to go out there and kick some ass. Pontus Egberg, formerly of The Poodles and now the bass player for King Diamond and Treat, was the first one to enter the picture, followed shortly thereafter by Robban Back of Mustasch (and ex-Eclipse). The choice of guitar player fell to the young and immensely gifted Mike Palace. Mike showed his huge talents as a writer and performer on his band Palace’s debut album and on several songs he has already written for the label.


The recording and writing sessions flowed freely and the songs came naturally. This band will truly set a standard for what fans perceive as melodic hard rock in today’s climate. It is classic, but modern at the same time, groovy and cool.
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You will love what Jakob, Michael, Pontus, and Robban have cooked up for you as Kryptonite - Sweden. S

Tracklisting:
“Chasing Fire”
“This Is The Moment”
“Keep The Dream Alive”
“Fallen Angels”
“Across The Water”
“Love Can Be Stronger”
“Knowing Both Of Us”
“Get Out Be Gone”
“One Soul”
“Better Than Yesterday”
“No Retreat No Surrender”
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“Keep The Dream Alive” video:

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Sweet & Lynch, featuring Stryper vocalist Michael Sweet and Lynch Mob/Dokken guitarist George Lynch, will release their sophomore album, Unified, on November 10th via Frontiers Records. The album artwork and tracklisting can be seen below, and the new song “Promised Land” is available for streaming.
Sweet & Lynch is centred around the talents of guitarist/vocalist Michael Sweet of heavy metal stalwarts Stryper (ex-Boston) and iconic guitarist George Lynch (Lynch Mob, KXM, ex-Dokken) along with bassist James Lomenzo (ex-Megadeth, White Lion, Black Label Society) and drummer Brian Tichy (The Dead Daisies, ex-Whitesnake). In addition to his vocal and guitar work, Michael Sweet handled all of the production duties on Unified.
 
"George and I couldn't be more excited about this album! We've worked very hard to bring you the best of both worlds - a throw back of the chart topping Stryper/Dokken days yet with a modern production that fits right in with anything out there now in the rock world today. We couldn't be more proud than to be working with Brian Tichy and James LoMenzo again as they are the best rhythm section you'll ever hear. If you liked Sweet & Lynch I, you're going to love Unified," says Michael Sweet of the new album.
 
The combination of Sweet's powerful, high-octane vocals, Lynch's immediately recognizable guitar work, and Lomenzo and Tichy's propulsive rhythm section make for an amazing musical combination. The album gives both Sweet and Lynch the opportunity to operate outside of the boundaries of their most well known work and really stretch their wings. Pummeling, traditional heavy metal combines with hook-laden melodic rock and traditional hard rock for a recipe that will satisfy the hungriest of rock fans!
 
Unified is an absolute must hear for fans of all of Michael Sweet and George Lynch's previous work and of course for those who enjoyed the band's excellent debut album.
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Pre-order Unified at this location.

Tracklisting:
“Promised Land”
“Walk”
“Afterlife”
“Make Your Mark”
“Tried & True”
“Unified”
“Find Your Way”
“Heart Of Fire”
“Bridge Of Broken Lies”
“Better Man”
“Live To Die”
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“Promised Land”:

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Atlanta-based rockers Kickin Valentina have released a new video for “Turns Me On”, featured on their upcoming new album, Imaginary Creatures, out on August 11th on LP, CD & digital worldwide via Mighty Music and in Japan via Bickee Music.
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You can order the new album directly through the official band merch store. The signed items, bundle packages, and postcard / guitar pick are ONLY available through the official band merch store, here.

Tracklisting:
“Eyes”
“Turns Me On”
“Devil's Hand”
“Eat n Run”
“Crazy”
“Street”
“Roll Ya One”
“Heartbreak”
“Burning Love”
“Imaginary Creatures”
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“Turns Me On” video:

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Check out Hair Metal Mansion's own Dawn Osbourne's review of 'Imaginary Creatures' here. 

New York City hard rockers Station have released their electric new music video, "All You Need is a Heartbeat."

"This song has been in the works for a long time," explains guitarist Chris Lane. "It was actually written when we filmed our very first music video and it's about the experience of doing so. We've loved the song for a while and were excited to finally get into the studio and record it!"


 In addition to the video premiere, Station will be coming home to headline The Gramercy Theater in N.Y.C. on August 24th for the final show of their extensive summer tour.

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Due to contractual obligations, vocalist Toby Rand (Rand, Juke Kartel, Rock Star: Supernova) was unfortunately unable to continue with The Fell. The band wish him all the best for the future.


"However, we are thrilled to announce our new frontman, Anthony De La Torre. Anthony (pictured above) is an amazing vocalist who you may also know as Young Jack Sparrow in Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. We are incredibly excited to welcome Anthony into The Fell family and look forward to touring in September. See you there."


Standing alongside Anthony De La Torre in The Fell is guitarist Mike Krompass, drummer Randy Cooke, and last, but not least, bassist Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, Winery Dogs), who needs no introduction. This is not typical of any of their past projects, It's a new fresh direction, but uses their influences to create a more modern sound, with heavy guitars, powerful riffs, crushing grooves and huge vocals.

For further details, visit The Fell on Facebook.

Check out The Fell's debut video, "Footprints", featuring original vocalist Toby Rand:

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