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Thu
08
Jun

DEF LEPPARD 'Hysteria' 30th Anniversary Set A Chance Missed

Artist: 
Def Leppard
Categories: 
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No less than 5 audio CDs, but not one track that collectors of the band wouldn't already have. Disappointing.
 
Def Leppard – Hysteria 30th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition Track List
 
CD One (Remastered Hysteria)
 
1. "Women"
2. "Rocket"
3. "Animal"
4. "Love Bites"
5. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
6. "Armageddon It"
7. "Gods Of War"
8. "Don't Shoot Shotgun"
9. "Run Riot"
10. "Hysteria"
11. "Excitable"
12. "Love And Affection"
 
CD Two
 
1. "Tear It Down" (B-side)
2. "I Wanna Be Your Hero" (Retro Active)
3. "Ride Into The Sun (Retro Active)
4. "Ring Of Fire" (B-Side)
5. "Women" (Radio Edit)
6. "Rocket" (Lunar Mix) (Radio Edit)
7. "Love Bites" (Radio Edit)
8. "Hysteria" (Radio Edit)
9. "Pour Some Sugar on Me" (Radio Edit)
10. "Armageddon It" (Radio Edit)
11. "Release Me" (Stumpus Maximus)
12. Classic Album - Hysteria (BBC Radio Documentary)
 
CD Three
 
1. "Rocket" (The Lunar Mix - Extended Version) (B-Side)
2. "Armageddon It" (The Nuclear Mix) (12" Single)
3. "Animal" (Extended Version)
4. "Pour Some Sugar On Me" (Extended Version)
5. "Excitable" (The Orgasmic Mix) (B-Side)
6. "Rocket" (Lunar Mix) (B-Side)
7. "Rock Of Ages" (Live) (B-Side)
8. "Love And Affection" (Live) (B-Side)
9. "Billy's Got A Gun" (Live) (B-Side)
 
CD Four: In The Round, In Your Face (Live)
 
1. "Stagefright"
2. "Rock! Rock!" (Till You Drop)
3. "Women"
4. "Too Late For Love"
5. "Hysteria
6. "Gods Of War"
7. "Die Hard The Hunter"
 
CD Five: In The Round, In Your Face (Live)
 
1. "Bringin' On The Heartbreak"
2. "Foolin'"
3. "Armageddon It"
4. "Animal"
5. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
6. "Phil Solo"
7. "Rock Of Ages"
8. "Photograph"
 
DVD One
 
1. "Rocket" (TOTP)
2. "Pour Some Sugar On Me" (TOTP)
3. "Animal" (TOTP)
4. "Pour Some Sugar On Me" (Brit Awards)
5. "Women" (Promo Video)
6. "Animal" (Promo Video)
7. "Pour Some Sugar on Me" (Promo Video)
8. "Pour Some Sugar on Me" (US Version Live)
9. "Hysteria" (Promo Video)
10. "Love Bites" (Promo Video)
11. "Rocket" (Promo Video)
12. "Armageddon It" (Live) (Promo Video)
 
DVD Two (Classic Albums)
 
1. "Introduction"
2. "Animal"
3. "Hysteria"
4. "Rocket"
5. "Love Bites"
6. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
 
Bonus Material
 
7. "Initial Recordings of Animal"
8. "Rick Gets Hysterical"
9. "Hysteria" (Acoustic Performance)
10. "Drumming - Return to The Status Quo"
11. "The Album According to Joe"
12. "Sugar Stripped Down"
13. "Pour Some Sugar on Me" (Acoustic Performance)
14. "Guitars, Guitars, Guitars"
15. "Windmill II and The Gods Of War"
16. "Mutt's Vocals in The Mix"
17. "The Album is Finally Released"
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Wed
07
Jun

RIOT Documentary Part 1, Streaming Video, Watch Online Now

Artist: 
Riot
 
Riot Documentary Part 1-Streaming Video, Watch Online Now
 
'Fight or Fall' is a multi part documentary, it tells the complex tale of the Riot story and follows Riot V as they tour, the USA, Canada with festivals Japan and Europe.
 
WATCH NOW:
 
 
Part 1 is streaming for  NOW, Wednesday June 7, 2017 (Mark Reale's Birthday) UK TIME on The Metal Voice Youtube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/voicemetal)  and Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/themetalvoice)
 
 
Riot Thundersteel 30 year Anniversary NEWS '2018- Interview with Donnie Van Stavern
 
 
Part 1 covers the formation of Riot, 'Rock City', 'Narita' eras and the demise and resurrection of the band for their most popular album 'Fire down under Album'
 
The first installment also covers  Riot V on tour on their US dates and their trek into Chicago and Detroit.
 
Press Release @ www.themetalvoice.com
 
A film by Jimmy Kay,  produced by Jimmy Kay and Giles Lavery for The Metal Voice
 
Guests included  in Part 1
 
Steve 'Lips' Kudrow- Anvil
Martin Popoff- Rock Author
Anthony Reale- Mark Reale's Father
Brian Thomas -Halloween
Mike Flyntz- Riot V and Riot guitarist
Donnie Van Stavern- Riot V and Riot Bassist
Frank Gilchriest- Riot V and Riot Drummer
Todd Michael Hall- Riot V Vocalist
Nick Lee-Guitar- Riot V
 
Lou A Kouvaris- Riot Guitarist (1976-1978)
Rick Ventura- Riot Guitarist (1978-1983)
Phil Feit- Riot Bassist (1974-1976) (1979-1980), Billy Idol, Joan Jett
Peter Bitelli- Riot Drums (1972-1980)
 
Filmmaker Jimmy Kay had this to say about the project," In this documentary, the viewer gets to watch  the band travel in the first person from city to city, playing club and  festivals shows. It  captures the brotherhood, the continuation of Riot  and  bridges the two entities together (Riot and Riot V). The documentary also aims to explain the Riot  story and legacy. "
 
Giles Lavery co-producer concluded,"The story of Riot is one of the most unique and inspiring in the history of hard rock and heavy metal, the story has many twists and turns along the way, but the songs were and are always at forefront as some of the best in hard rock and heavy metal."
 
RIOT V's  debut "Unleash The Fire", was released in October 2014 . The CD marked the first release from RIOT without the late, great founding guitarist Mark Reale, who passed away in  2012 due to complications of Crohn's disease . Riot V was encouraged  by father of  Mark  Reale to forge ahead in his honor.
 
RIOT V is working on the follow-up to "Unleash The Fire" and preparing for live dates later in 2017.
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Wed
07
Jun

'Everybody's Talkin' About THE DIVES Featuring Paul Stanley's Son

Artist: 
The Dives
Categories: 
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With the four members of THE DIVES hailing from both sides of the country and the middle, it might seem unlikely that these musicians would ever even meet, let alone form a band – until you hear them play.  After one listen, it’s nearly impossible to imagine them playing with anyone else.  Featuring tight harmonies and infectious hooks, THE DIVES’ music sounds fresh and familiar at the same time.  When explaining how the band was formed, they all vehemently agree that they got together with the common goal of making the kind of music they wish they heard more.

Based in NYC and a brand new band by any standards, THE DIVES wasted no time writing original material, rehearsing and leaping onto the club circuit.  When asked to describe their sound, Evan Stanley, lead guitarist and vocalist, immediately answered, “We’re a Rock & Roll band.”  Sergio Ortega, bass and vocals, explains, “It’s a rock band playing catchy songs.  Big hooks, but rattier than Top 40.”  THE DIVES musical influences are similar enough to create a cohesive sound with memorable hooks, yet diverse enough to infuse their music with the excitement of very modern flavours.  
 
The band is comprised of guitarist and lead singer Evan Stanley, guitarist and lead singer Mike Lefton, bassist and singer Sergio Ortega and drummer and singer Jimmy Meier.  Developing a passionate interest in music as children, all four have been mastering their instruments from an early age.  When Stanley moved to NYC to attend college at NYU / Tisch’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, he was determined to start a band.  After a little trial and error, he was introduced to New Jersey native, Mike Lefton.  A brotherhood was formed instantly as the two found musical commonalities beginning with their influences and energetic work ethic.  And the beginnings of a band was formed.  Mike reached out to fellow New Jersey native, Jimmy Meier to give the band a beat.  With a gig booked, they scrambled to find a bass player.  A friend recommended an unlikely fit, Sergio Ortega.  Unlikely because Ortega is also an incredibly talented musician better known for guitar, banjo and mandolin and has toured the world as guitarist and musical director for Broadway phenomenon, Ramin Karimloo.  The group asked Sergio to sit in for that show and never let him leave.  It’s the kind of band fans dream about – THE DIVES don’t just spend time together for rehearsals and performances, they are brothers brought together by a common goal, shared passions and a twisted sense of humour.
 
Unfortunately, musical assumptions arise when people make the connection between Evan and KISS frontman, Paul Stanley.  Yes, Evan is the son of the rock legend but he makes it clear that THE DIVES are forging their own musical path, “You won’t hear anything that sounds like KISS at The Dives’ show.”
 
2017is already a very exciting year for THE DIVES.  With the release of their debut EP, Everybody’s Talkin’, a UK tour that afforded them the opportunity to play to audiences numbering in the tens of thousands, the band is performing throughout the summer and heading out for a national tour in August.  Be sure to follow them on all social platforms for daily updates and be sure to catch a show near you!  
 
Everybody’s Talkin’iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/everybodys-talkin-ep/id1233041083 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7JQXJjOneimNoMURorMIK5
The Dives on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedivesmusic/ 
The Dives on Twitter: @thedivesmusic 
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Wed
07
Jun

HEART 2 HEART Sign to City Of Lights Records

Artist: 
Heart 2 Heart
Categories: 
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City Of Lights Records is proud to announce the signing of rock band Heart 2 Heart, hailing from sunny Barcelona in Spain!
 
The first release together will be a special limited edition of their 2016 debut album "Never Gonna Stop" called "Intimate Edition" with a brand new mix and production, 2 exclusive bonus tracks and an extended booklet with photos, artwork and other goodies.
 
Heart 2 Heart says: "We are very proud to be part of the City Of Lights family. It is amazing to be part of a record label that has such a variation of so many great bands and artists. To start our collaboration with a new and improved re-edit of "Never Gonna Stop" is to us a wonderful thing and we couldn't be more happy to be included in their ever growing catalogue!"
 
Heart 2 Heart website: http://www.heart2heartband.com
Heart 2 Heart on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heart.two.heart.bcn
Heart 2 Heart shop: https://heart2heartstore.bandcamp.com "Dream Until the End" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1-zW5s5Y-w
 
Management: Blindfoldead International / blindfoldead.mgmt@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blindfoldeadofficial

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Tue
06
Jun

NEAL SCHON Looks Beyond Drama; Talking With JOHN WAITE For Blues Project

Artist: 
Neal Schon
Categories: 
News Feed
 
World Exclusive:
 
Journey guitarist NEAL SCHON has reached out to former BAD ENGLISH band mate, vocalist JOHN WAITE about doing a "rough, vicious" blues project. Neal spoke exclusively to MelodicRock.com of news that producer Kevin Shirley had the idea for the project, to use "a lot of great singers", but having recently heard a new live video of Waite, was so impressed with how good he sounded, "insanely good", so reached out and the pair are talking.
 
As for a rhythm section, Neal says: "I haven't talked about who for drums or bass, but I believe Deen Castronovo would be great."
 
Yes he would!
 
So what of this week's drama surrounding JOURNEY? All good says Neal: "I'm having fun playing as always for my fans. Journey will tour for the next 2 months then we will have time to think away from each other."
 
Neal continues: "I'm working and pretty much finished with my new solo album 'Universe' featuring Narada Michael Walden. We will definitely play some gigs after the record release in the top of 2018. We are pretty much done now. It's all promising, but I'm not done with Journey. We, or I, have much more inside me to come out. I will follow my heart."
 
So there you are folks, a really interesting musical time ahead for Neal and a lot to look forward to in 2018.
 
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