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Report for 7/27/05

Slipknot Burgers

Blabbermouth reports: According to ClickZ.com, the Burger King fast-food chain is launching and promoting its own teen-targeted metal group through both TV spots and a web site.

The band is COQ ROQ. The gimmick: chicken masks and poultry-themed songs with names like "Bob Your Head" and "Cross the Road". Lyrics are sprinkled with references to BK's new chicken fries, which "rebel against convention," according to a company statement. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

McCready Attempts Suicide

liveDaily reports: Country singer Mindy McCready remained hospitalized Tuesday (7/26) in intensive care at an unidentified hospital near Tampa after an apparent suicide attempt.

According to a Pinellas County Sheriff's report, McCready, 28, was found unconscious Friday afternoon (7/22) in the lobby of the Holiday Inn Harborside in Indian Rocks Beach, FL.

William McKnight, who identified himself to authorities as McCready's fiancee, said that he believed she had mixed drugs and alcohol, and that McCready had left a four-page suicide note. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Source Shootout

Contact Music reports: Two employees of hard-hitting hip-hop magazine The Source have been charged with attempted murder after a nightclub shooting in New York on Saturday (23JUL05).

Marketing director ALVIN CHILDS and merchandiser LEEROY PEEPLES (corr) have each been charged with three counts of attempted murder after three men were shot and left for dead outside the Limerick House nightspot, which is across the street from The Source's headquarters.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

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Interpol Tour

liveDaily reports: New York rockers Interpol have announced dates for an upcoming fall tour of 18 North American cities.

After three dates in Mexico, the band will hit the stage Sept. 9 at the Nokia Center in Dallas, marking its move from the smaller clubs it played earlier in the year to mostly mid-size and larger venues.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

US Download Fest

Blabbermouth reports: Billboard magazine is reporting that H.I.M. and MINDLESS SELF INDULGENCE are among the bands that have been confirmed for the first U.S. edition of the U.K.'s Download Festival, set for Oct. 8 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. Headlining the festival will be THE KILLERS, with MODEST MOUSE, the ARCADE FIRE and DOVES also on the bill.
[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Ozzy Needs Cash

BW&BK reports: Ozzfest.com has issued the following update: As a very special bonus for the 10th Anniversary of Ozzfest, 10 lucky fans can celebrate the occasion with OZZY in person! This package will include a photo with Ozzy, a special Platinum Member Crew Shirt signed by Ozzy, an amazing seat to see the main stage and a special crew dinner with Ozzfest 2005 MC Big Dave. This Platinum Package costs $1000. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit The Sharon Osbourne Colon Cancer Program. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Opeth Fire Drummer

Abrasive Rock reports: Gene Hoglan has replaced Opeth drummer Martin Lopez who was fired only a couple days ago. More info on this as we get info. Some reports already say that Gene is sounding tired after just one day of this.- Click Here for the Full Story

Samantha 7 Reunion

Audio Aggression reports: On Sunday, July 31st, Happening Harry and the World Famous Cat Club in Hollywood are proud to present a very special show. A one-night only reunion of the original members of Samantha 7; C.C. DeVille, Krys Baratto and Francis Ruiz.

Leader C.C. DeVille has put Samantha 7 back together for this one night to help celebrate local promoter Happenin' Harry's birthday. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Own NIN

MTV reports: On August 17 Nine Inch Nails fans will have an opportunity to score the ultimate collector's item � the ownership rights to Trent Reznor's groundbreaking debut, Pretty Hate Machine. Yes, kids � you could own tracks like "Down in It," "Something I Can Never Have" and, of course, "Head Like a Hole," but it's going to cost you millions. The disc is one of several TVT Records titles on the auction block[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Dead Theatre

Contact Music reports: GRATEFUL DEAD legend JERRY GARCIA is to given a top honour in his native San Francisco, California - a park theatre will be named after him.

The San Francisco Park and Recreation Commission has voted to rename the McLaren Park Performance Amphitheatre after the late rocker.
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Payola Uproar

FMQB reports: Clear Channel vows allegations made by Spitzer "will be fully investigated and any wrongdoing will be met by swift and appropriate disciplinary action." Meanwhile, Senator Feingold says "it is time for Congress to address these issues at a national level." [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

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Em Taking a Break

AP reports: Is Eminem headed for retirement � or just taking a break? Earlier this month, reports from his hometown of Detroit quoted sources as saying the 32-year-old rapper would play his last concert at Slane Castle in Dublin, Ireland, on Sept. 17, at the end of "Anger Management" tour.

Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers III, is quoted as saying: "When I say I'm taking a break, I'm taking a break from my music to go in the studio and produce my other artists and put their albums out."[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Stones Bang

Ananova reports: The Rolling Stones have revealed their new album will be called A Bigger Bang.

The band's new world tour, which opens in Boston on August 21, will have the same name.

A Bigger Bang, the Stones' first new studio album for eight years, is due out on September 5.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Third Default

Audio Aggression reports: Default's third album titled 'One Thing Remains' is scheduled to drop on September 27th on TVT Records. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Mugg Split

IAYM reports: Mugg have decided to disband, here's the final word from band drummer Adam Tice:

"After 8 years of kickin ass together, Mugg has decided to part ways. We all sat down and established that Jay and Jeff could no longer continue to be in this band and support thier families at the same time. We have accomplished things that we thought would be virtually impossible, and we have had a great time doing it! We have met so many fans and friends in the lifetime of this band, and many of you will continue to be our friends for life. I want to extend a thank you to all the bands out ther that have helped us out in the beginning, and have continued to support us until now. Its been a blast playing with everyone and we wont forget the good times weve had with all of you! Special thanx to Spineshank for being among the first ones to help us out and hook us up in the begining, we couldn't have gotten such a big kick in the ass if it wasnt for you guys! [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Biology Debut

IAYM reports: Biology, a project which consists of From Autumn To Ashes' Francis Mark alongside former Shiner guitarist Josh Newton and Engine Down drummer Cornbread Compton, are now eyeing a September 27th release date through Vagrant for their upcoming full-length debut, "Making Moves". [see full story for more heavy rock news]- Click Here for the Full Story

Megamad

KNAC reports: Megadeth founder and lead singer, Dave Mustaine sued the band's former bass player today for allegedly using the name of the group without permission in an advertisement for musical equipment.

In his complaint filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Mustaine claims he and Dave Ellefson entered into a settlement agreement in February that restricts the bassist's use of the band name.

"Ellefson shall be permitted to identify himself as the former bassist of Megadeth in his personal biography or resume, and in interviews," the lawsuit quotes the agreement. "Ellefson shall not use the word or mark `Megadeth' in any other way, or for any other purpose." [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Sigur Ros UK

NME reports: SIGUR ROS have confirmed a larger UK tour to follow their SOMERSET HOUSE appearance earlier this month.

Sigur Ros play the following dates:

London Brixton Academy (November 9)
Edinburgh Corn Exchange (10)
Liverpool Philharmonic (13
Birmingham Symphony Hall (14)
[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Lamest Songs Special

We're taking a break over the next couple weeks from our Artist Top Five lists to bring you the 101 Lamest Songs of All Time. Our writers and readers were asked to nominate the songs for this special and we've compiled the nominations into our definitive 101 Lamest Songs of All Time list.

Over the next two weeks we'll be rolling out the list each week day. We're starting backwards with final 10 and will be working our way back. Also to do something a little different we'll also be revealing one song from the Top 10 each week day in the Day in Rock report with comments on why each song was selected and came out at the top of the lame list.

8) Gold Dust Woman � Hole
When you have questionable vocal talent at best, you really shouldn't cover a song by one of the best female rock/pop vocalist to ever put her voice to tape. It only highlights your lack of talent. There just may be a special spot reserved in hell for those that butcher songs like this.

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