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Euro Clutch

blabbermouth.net reports: CLUTCH has announced the following European tour dates in April:

Apr. 03 - Sugar Mill - Stoke, UK 
Apr. 04 - Academy 3+2 - Manchester, UK 
Apr. 05 - King Tut's - Glasgow, UK 
Apr. 06 - Barfly - Birmingham, UK 
Apr. 07 - Zodiac - Oxford, UK 
Apr. 08 - Mean Fiddler - London, UK[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Free Mojo

BW&BK reports: STUCK MOJO have made available their entire new record, Southern Born Killers. About distributing the album for free, guitarist Rich Ward (also FOZZY) explains: 

"You read that right! Download the songs, share them with your friends and, if you like what you hear, let potential new fans know where they too can get the songs for free. Why would we give the songs away for free? Well, we've been recording records for free for almost twelve years now anyway! Of course it wasn't free to you, the fans. You thought you were supporting the band as you shelled out 16 bucks to a retail store which kept five or six of those dollars for a few inches of shelf space and the rest ended up at a record company in New York, Los Angeles, London or Germany.[see full story for more and the link]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Densmore Shuts Door on Marriage

TMZ reports: John Densmore, the former drummer for rock legends The Doors, has filed for divorce from his wife of 16 years, documentary filmmaker Leslie Neale. 

Densmore filed divorce papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Dec. 8, citing "irreconcilable differences." The couple has one child, a 14-year-old daughter, Luka. 

After the Doors dissolved in 1973, Densmore has been involved in various projects, including dance, stage, and TV acting gigs.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Nicole Richie DUI

TMZ reports: TMZ has learned that Nicole Richie was arrested for DUI early Monday morning. She was booked at 4:50 AM today and was released 45 minutes ago. The booking sheet reveals Richie is 5'1" and 85 lbs. A rep for Richie could not immediately be reached for comment.

We're told her SUV was spotted by two motorists going the wrong way on the 134 Freeway in Burbank. The drivers called 911. When the CHP responded, Richie was stopped in the carpool lane and was alone in the vehicle. When cops approached the vehicle, Richie was on her cellphone. 

Law enforcement officers tell TMZ Nicole Richie admitted she had taken Vicodin and smoked pot. A preliminary alcohol screening device revealed that Nicole was not under the influence of alcohol.- Click Here for the Full Story 

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The new K-Fed?

pr-inside reports: Newly-single pop star BRITNEY SPEARS stepped out with a new man on Sunday (10DEC06) in Los Angeles.

The TOXIC singer was spotted with South African-born producer JONATHAN 'JR' ROTEM at West Hollywood shopping centre The Grove. The couple saw the romantic comedy THE HOLIDAY, starring CAMERON DIAZ, JUDE LAW and KATE WINSLET, before getting a bite to eat.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Aggrolites Reunion

punkbands reports: The Aggrolites have announced the reinstatement of their original percussionist, Korey 'Kingston' Horn. The band writes: "Yes, thats right the rumors are true! The Aggrolites are proud to announce the return of original drummer Korey 'Kingston' Horn! We are currently working on some heavy, groovy, time warped and true music that is our 3rd album. This upcoming floor shaker will be released May 2007". - Click Here for the Full Story 

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What to Buy?

punkbands reports: ready to spend some cash on great albums this week? Some good records comming out this week - the release schedule for this week is as follows: 

AFI - I Heard A Voice DVD
Taking Back Sunday - Louder Now (Special Edition) CD/DVD
Sonic Youth - Destroyed Room: B-Sides And Rarities
Aethenor - Deep In Ocean Sunk The Lamp Of Light
Church/Off With Their Heads - Split
Badamps - Two Face
Isis - The Red Sea (180 Gram)
Isis - The Red Sea(Various Colored)[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Poison the Well Prep New CD

SMN reports: POISON THE WELL have posted the following update: "We finished all the tracking for our new record this past Friday. Everything is coming out great and we couldn't be more happy with the way the songs have taken shape. It took us around ten days to lay all the basic tracks down and another two weeks to do vocals and over dubs. All together we have around 24 songs to choose from. There is around fifteen that we're going be considering for the record. The record it self will contain ten to twelve tracks. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Wanna Drum for Belphegor?

SMN reports: Austrian black/death metallers BELPHEGOR are currently searching for a new drummer. All applicants must meet the following criteria:

* You don't need to be Austrian but be able to rehearse in Austria
* You are a professional musician � stage / tour experience preferred
* You are absolutely tight and you can play with click
* You are 100% into touring, festivals, studio recording sessions
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Bonnaroo 07

SMN reports: The sixth Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival will be held June 14-17, 2007, at its familiar 700-acre site in Manchester, Tenn., 60 miles southeast of Nashville. A small supply of pre-sale tickets will be available beginning Wednesday (Dec. 13) at 10 a.m. ET.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Impetigo Convulsions

SMN reports: After a nearly 12 year hiatus from the metal underground, Stevo (IMPETIGO) announces his newest project�CONVULSIONS!!

What can you expect from this outfit? Think of the big three�MASTER, AUTOPSY, and REPULSION�sprinkle in some MANTAS, MASSACRE, SLAUGHTER, MACABRE, and CELTIC FROST, and you've got a pretty good idea. The band aspires to write and perform musick that honors these giants (very much in the same way that IMPETIGO did)�if you are hoping to hear "original" or "innovative" material, consider your hopes dashed. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story 

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The Deal with Birds Of Avalon

PR reports: Raleigh, North Carolina's Birds Of Avalon, who feature Paul Siler and Cheetie Kumar formerly of The Cherry Valence, have signed to Volcom Entertainment. Their as yet untitled album is in the final stages of mixing with producer's Mitch Easter (R.E.M., Let's Active, Wilco), Greg Elkins and Brian Quast, and will be released this coming Spring 2007. 

Having developed a unique psychedelic meets progressive sound that yields feelings that transcend the conventions of both, the Birds Of Avalon skillfully channel elements of a time in Rock since past, while representing their current place in the lineage of North Carolinian independent rock heritage. Easily traversing the gray area between raw blues rock and atmospheric pysch-pop, Birds Of Avalon have recorded a self titled e.p., toured up and down the east coast, throughout the Midwest and eventually around the entire US earlier this summer, sharing the stage with luminaries such as Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, f***ing Champs, Big Business, Oneida, Mudhoney, Valient Thorr, Destroyer, Federation X and Drunk Horse.- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Meat Loaf Tour

PR reports: Grammy® Award winner and one of the top-selling artists of all time, Meat Loaf, brings his wildly successful performances from Broadway and Royal Albert Hall in London to the locals with his critically acclaimed live performance featuring songs from all three Bat Out of Hell albums with dates beginning early 2007.

February
FRI 23 Pala, CA Pala Casino
WED 28 Victoria, BC Save-On Food Centre
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Vince Gill TV

PR reports: When the Grammy nominations were announced by NARAS yesterday, country superstar Vince Gill received his 35th nomination. "The Reason Why" was nominated in the category of Best Country Male Vocal Performance. It is the single that launched the release of Gill's hugely successful 4-CD set titled These Days. Gill has previously won 17 Grammy Awards. As the announcements were being made, Gill was on his way to Las Vegas where he will wrap up the 2006 leg of his critically-acclaimed These Days tour. The tour will resume in early 2007.

Upcoming TV appearances: Saturday, December 16, 7 PM and 11 PM (CST) and Sunday, December 17, 11 AM and 6 PM (CST) - GAC's The Grand Ole Opry's Vince Gill Special featuring Guy Clark, Rodney Crowell, Patty Loveless and Jenny Gill. (Repeat) 

Tuesday, December 26, 8 PM-CBS, The Kennedy Center Honors. Gill honors Dolly Parton with a stunning performance of her classic hit "I Will Always Love You."- Click Here for the Full Story 

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Dirty Video

PR reports: There is a new live video of Dirty Rig playing the title track of their latest CD "Rock Did It" available for viewing on the Underground Video Television website [see full story link] The band features Kory Clarke on lead vocals, former frontman for Warrior Soul. The footage was taken last year at The Continental in New York City. More live material taken at this event of Dirty Rig is available as part of a bonus DVD that is included along with their Escapi release "Rock Did It".- Click Here for the Full Story 

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