This week on the Hair Metal Mansion Radio Show, host Andrew the Axeman welcomes legendary Y&T frontman and guitarist, Dave Meniketti as the special guest! Dave checks in to talk about his appearance on the forthcoming new Ronnie Montrose record '10x10', as well as his own brand of wine and of course... everything Y&T, including the forthcoming band documentary, naming the most underrated Y&T record and more. Also on tap ... - New music premieres from L.A. GUNS, MR. BIG, MARK SLAUGHTER, ARTIFICIAL AGENT and SUZI KORY. - Plus, the FNA RECORDS Artist of the Week and more of your REQUESTS! The perfect mix of headliners and hidden gems being put back on the radio where they belong, what more could you ask for?! The Hair Metal Mansion Radio Show w/ Andrew the Axeman premieres every THURSDAY night @ 9pm ET/8pm CT/6pm PT! The premiere simulcasts on 3 stations: - Philly Rock Radio: www.phillyrockradio.com - Rock93X: www.rock93x.com - Rock Radio UK - www.rock-radio.co.uk Each station has free mobile apps that you can download if on the go! Also available via iTunes, TuneIn and Google Play. Miss the premiere? Hair Metal Mansion is proudly syndicated to the best FM, AM and internet stations worldwide throughout the week and weekend! For ALL the air times, go here: http://hmmofficial.weebly.com/radio-showaffiliates.html Photo: Joe Schaeffer Photography
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Wiesbaden, Germany-based 4-piece, The New Roses, are streaming “Dancing On A Razor Blade”, a track from their new album, One More For The Road, out on August 25th via Napalm Records. Listen to the song below.
One More For The Road is now available for pre-order here.
One More For The Road tracklisting:
“Quarter To Twelve” “My Own Worst Enemy” “Forever Never Comes” “Dancing On A Razor Blade” “Consider Me Gone” “Life Ain't Easy (For A Boy With Long Hair)” “Every Wild Heart” “Fight You Leaving Me” “The Same Moon” “Piece By Peace Of Mind” “One More For The Road” “Do I Look Scared To You (Bonus Track) “The Storm” (Bonus Track)” “Nitro Nights” (Bonus Track) “Dancing On A Razor Blade”:
After the 2015 release of the self-titled debut album by Revolution Saints - Deen Castronovo (ex-Journey, Bad English), Doug Aldrich (The Dead Daisies, ex-Whitesnake, Duo), Jack Blades (Night Ranger, Damn Yankees) - rock fans around the world rejoiced at the inspired musical offering. Those fans will, once again, have cause for celebration as Revolution Saints will be releasing their second album later this year. Today, the band has released a video for the album track “Freedom”, which can be seen below.
Light In The Dark is due out October 13th. The album will be available on CD, CD/DVD Deluxe Edition (includes live bonus tracks on the CD and on the DVD, footage from the band’s first-ever live performance captured at Frontiers Rock Festival in Milan this past April, a “Making Of” mini-documentary, and music videos for “Light In The Dark” and “I Wouldn’t Change A Thing”), Vinyl, and as a special Limited Edition Box Set (includes the Deluxe Edition CD/DVD, 180g Vinyl, T-shirt (size L), poster, lithograph and sticker). For Light In The Dark, Revolution Saints once again teamed up with producer/songwriter Alessandro Del Vecchio (Hardline, Jorn), who was also behind the boards for the band’s debut album. Most of Light In The Dark was recorded at Del Vecchio’s studios in Somma Lombardo, Italy, with additional recording taking place at Blades’ studio in Washington, Aldrich’s CasaDala studio in Los Angeles, and other countries all over the world while Aldrich was on tour with The Dead Daisies. “This is a fun band!” exclaims bassist Jack Blades. “I think the fans are going to pick up on the excitement and the shear musical enjoyment we are having. It was great going to Italy to get the album started and film the videos, and the music speaks for itself.” “’Light In The Dark’ is such a great song,” continues singer/drummer Deen Castronovo. “It was the first one we recorded. We ran through it a few times and nailed it in the first couple takes. We're so excited for everyone to hear this record. We're very happy with what we came up with and can't wait to bring it to everyone live.” As guitarist Doug Aldrich proclaims, “I’m very excited about Revolution Saints’ second record! First I want to say that it's because of huge support from the fans that RS2 happened. Thank you. If you liked #1, I think you'll love this one even more. It’s stronger, and a bit heavier in some spots. We tried a few new things and we can’t wait for our fans to hear it! There’s a very good chance we’ll finally get to play live and we’re currently exploring the possibilities of a tour. For now, get ready, because the album kicks ass and it's comin’ at you real soon!” Revolution Saints was born from the vision of Frontiers' President, Serafino Perugino, who for years had hoped to work on a project highlighting Deen Castronovo’s amazing vocal abilities. Having previously worked with all three artists on different projects on Frontiers, having Castronovo, Blades and Aldrich on board together was a dream come true for Perugino. This time, with one album already under their belt, Revolution Saints entered the studio to record the new album more familiar with one another and a clear understanding of where they wanted this to go. As with the first album, Castronovo’s superb vocal talents are in the spotlight on this release and deservedly so. Pretty impressive for a man who is most widely known for his incredible drumming talents. Jack Blades really needs no introduction at this point, but for those who have been living under a rock, his bass and vocal talents are well documented over the years through his work with Night Ranger, Damn Yankees, Shaw/Blades, and more. And, of course, a major feature is the fiery and intense playing from former Whitesnake and DIO guitarist Doug Aldrich, whose blistering guitar fretwork is on full display here. Light In The Dark builds off the classic melodic rock style of the debut, but fans should prepare for a somehow even more inspired set and a few (pleasant) surprises. Inspiring, uplifting, emotionally powerful, and thoughtful, this album WILL be the soundtrack to many a moment in your life.
Light In The Dark tracklisting:
“Light In The Dark” “Freedom” “Ride On” “I Wouldn't Change A Thing” “Don't Surrender” “Take You Down” “The Storm Inside” “Can't Run Away From Love” “Running On The Edge” “Another Chance” “Falling Apart” “Back On My Trail” (live, bonus track on deluxe edition only) “Turn Back Time” (live, bonus track on deluxe edition only) “Here Forever” (live, bonus track on deluxe edition only) “Locked Out Of Paradise” (live, bonus track on deluxe edition only) Bonus DVD contents: - Revolution Saints live at Frontiers Rock Festival (“Back On My Trail,” “Turn Back Time,” “Here Forever,” “Locked Out Of Paradise”) - Making of Light In The Dark (documentary) - “Light In The Dark” (song video) - “I Wouldn’t Change A Thing” (song video)
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Lynch Mob’s new album, The Brotherhood, will be released on Friday, September 8th via Rat Pak Records. Check out a video for “Mr. Jekyll And Hyde” below, and pre-order the album at this location.
Produced by Chris "The Wizard" Collier (Flotsam And Jetsam, Prong, KXM), The Brotherhood features 11 brand new hard rock tracks. This album will surely resonate with long time fans of the band, as well as those longing for that good ol' hard rock sound and feel."The Brotherhood highlights the unique pairing of Oni Logan and George Lynch, and along with Sean McNabb (bass) and Jimmy D’Anda (drums), the band has created a solid offering from start to finish. From the heavy guitar riffs of the opening track “Main Offender” to the melodic album finale ”Miles Away”, Lynch Mob have once again proven they remain on top of their game and at the top of their genre! On the subject of Lynch Mob’s new record, Oni Logan comments, “After doing quite a few miles together with this latest lineup of Sean McNabb and Jimmy D’Anda, we consider ourselves a pack of wolves, and we came up with the name The Brotherhood for the title of the next Lynch Mob album. It’s got more of an adventurous sound in part and maybe a darker, colder sound to it. We are always willing to go farther. We come from the early 90’s and it's when we released the first Lynch Mob album which set a sound and course for us. Here we are 27 years later, George and I are still able to keep on stretching. As a player, as a writer, that is very important to us. Otherwise we would be fooling ourselves and fooling you”. George Lynch adds, "We wrote this album as a band and the name of the record reflects what the band is about, and what all my bands have been about since I've been a kid. This is my second family. These are my brothers. You go through a lot together and have a lot of experiences together. And that then becomes a part of the music."
Tracklisting:
“Main Offender” “Mr. Jekyll And Hyde” “I'll Take Miami” “Last Call Lady” “Where We Started” “The Forgotten Maiden's Pearl” “Until the Sky Comes Down” “Black Heart Days” “Black Mountain” “Dog Town Mystics” “Miles Away” “Until I Get My Gold” (bonus track) “Mr. Jekyll And Hyde” video:
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After a quiet couple of years, Whitesnake's David Coverdale is "feeling like a fireman surrounded by little wildfires, just really, really busy" with upcoming releases both new and archival thanks to a new deal with the Warner Music Group Worldwide and Rhino Entertainment, reports Billboard. First up in the deal - which puts a large chunk of Whitesnake's catalog under one roof for the first time ever - is 30th anniversary editions of 1987's eight-times-platinum Whitesnake album on October 6th, with different configurations featuring unreleased studio, live and video material. Record Store Black Friday on November 24th will see a home video as well as a coffee table book chronicling The Purple Album cycle from 2015, while the new year will bring a new Whitesnake studio album and world tour. "The next three to five years is spoken for with some really exciting projects," Coverdale tells Billboard. He's also pleased to be back with what he calls "corporate music" after a decade with independents - and particularly back with Warner, where he began his recording career with Deep Purple during the mid-70s and where Whitesnake made its most successful albums for Geffen Records. Read the full report at Billboard.com A message from Whitesnake: “We are extremely pleased to announce that a new reissue of 1987 will be released on October 6th on CD, vinyl, download and a 4CD/DVD collection which includes unreleased live and studio recordings, videos and a new documentary about the making of 1987.” Pre-order your deluxe copy of 1987 via the following links: - Deluxe - Vinyl - 2CD Courtesy of www.bravewords.com Three years after their globally successful album, The Sun Will Rise Again (2014), Japanese metal legends Loudness return with their new album, Rise To Glory, scheduled for a worldwide release on January 26th, 2018.
The album will be released in Japan via Ward Records and throughout Europe and North America via earMUSIC, home to other world-class acts such as Deep Purple, Alice Cooper, Status Quo, Def Leppard and Thunder. Details to be revealed soon. Courtesy of www.bravewords.com Perris Records is currently looking for bands to appear on Hollywood Hairpsray Volume 8. The past seven HOLLYWOOD HAIRSPRAY compilations have included Pretty Boy Floyd, Enuff z' Nuff, Jetboy, Nitro, Heaven, Cherry St., Tigertailz, Funny Money (members of KIX) Nasty Idols, Crazy Lixx , Crashdiet, Zan Clan, Vains Of Jenna, Sweet Cheater, Mad Margritt and many glam sleeze and hard rock bands from all over the world. Bands please contact Perris Records at: perrisorder@gmail for more details. Courtesy of www.perrisrecords.com Former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent has been announced as a special guest at the the Atlanta Kiss Expo next year. According to the official web site for the Atlanta Kiss Expo, the 65-year-old musician will be signing autographs and taking photos during the special VIP Meet & Greet on Friday, January 19, 2018, as well as all day long at the Atlanta Kiss Expo on Saturday, January 20, 2018. The organizers say about what is being billed as Vinnie's first public appearance in almost twenty years: "We have worked long and hard to secure the legendary Ankh Warrior for the show, and he's been absolutely awesome and is looking forward to meeting all of his fans." Vincent replaced lead guitarist Ace Frehley in 1982 and played with KISS for two years. He left the group on bad terms, and later claimed KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley owed him royalties for his work on KISS' 1983 album "Lick It Up", according to the Courthouse News Service. However, a federal judge in Los Angeles ruled against him and awarded the KISS defendants about $66,400 in attorney's fees and $15,400 in costs. In June 2010, Vincent lost his 6th Circuit appeal of an order barring him from seeking bankruptcy protection from paying more than $81,000 to his former bandmates. "He's such a mysterious figure," Bruce Kulick, who held down the lead guitar spot in KISS for twelve years following Vincent's departure, told Rolling Stone. "In some ways, he's the Howard Hughes of KISS. Vinnie has laid low for so long that it adds to his legend." After running into into Simmons at a recording studio and reportedly apologizing for causing KISS all the grief while he was a member, Vincent was brought back into the KISS fold to co-write "Unholy", "Heart Of Chrome" and "I Just Wanna" for the band's 1992 album "Revenge". However, once the record was released, "Vinnie was up to his old tricks again," Simmons told Rolling Stone. "He reneged on a signed deal we had made and decided that he wanted to renegotiate. He eventually sued us and lost. As far as I was concerned, he was persona non grata forever." "It's a shame," Simmons said. "He's talented beyond most people that you'd meet, but you get to sleep in the bed you make." In May 2011, Vincent was arrested and with aggravated domestic assault after allegedly roughing up his wife, Diane Cusano, at their home in Smyrna, Tennessee. He spent the night in jail and was released on $10,000 bond the following morning. In a statement released after the arrest, Vincent said: "Please don't believe everything you read. I would never hurt anyone — ever. What has been reported is an absolutely inaccurate depiction of the events that occurred that evening. When it's time, the truth will be known." In January 2014, Diane Cusano passed away due to conditions stemming from chronic alcoholism. She was 47 years old. In recent years, Vincent has been the subject of a number of unsubstantiated rumors about his gender identity, including that he has been cross-dressing and that he has undergone a sex change. Earlier this year, Vincent was the focus of a Swedish TV documentary called "KISS Och Gitarristen Som Försvann" ("KISS And The Guitarist Who Disappeared") which apparently tried, unsuccessfully, to track Vinnie down and get him to sit down for an interview. Courtesy of www.blabbermouth.net
Friday, September 22nd sees the UK release of the long awaited new studio album, Into The Great Unknown, from the celebrated Swedish rock band H.E.A.T via earMUSIC. Check out a lyric video for the album track “Time On Our Side”, available for streaming below.
After one and a half years of intense song-writing, with guitarist Dave Dalone (aka Sky Davis) back in the mix, the band went on a questionable trip to record an album in Thailand, once again with Swedish Grammy award-winning producer Tobias Lindell. With 10 top songs in their cannon, H.E.A.T entered the heavenly Karma Sound studios in the outskirts of Bangkok to record what would become the fifth studio album. Once again the band continue the musical landscape with an innovative, highly explosive and refreshing melodic rock sound and an unforgettable collection of fantastic new songs. Into The Great Unknown is the follow-up to 2014’s critically acclaimed Tearing Down The Walls. 2012’s successful Address The Nation album was praised worldwide as one of the best albums of the year, and consolidated the H.E.A.T’s growing reputation as the new leading band in hard edged melodic rock. "Into The Great Unknown is a rock and roll journey into the great unknown. The album delivers everything H.E.A.T is loved for - frontman Erik Grönwall’s incredible vocal talent and the band’s traditional approach to melodic rock.
Tracklisting:
“Bastard Of Society” “Redefined” “Shit City” “Time On Our Side” “Best Of The Broken” “Eye Of The Storm” “Blind Leads The Blind” “We Rule” “Do You Want It?” “Into The Great Unknown” “Time On Our Side” lyric video:
(Photo - Klara Fowler)
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Nikki Sixx (Mötley Crüe, Sixx:A.M.) and Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs) are both bass players. In the video below, courtesy of Sixx Sense, they discuss their instrument, how musicians share, social media, and Van Halen, among other topics.
Launching in September is My Favorite Riff, a brand new video series featuring Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, and some of the world's greatest guitar and bass players, along with future stars. This is where musicians come to talk about music, riffs and their gear. Here's a taste of what to expect.
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