October 2001

Sugar Coma will join One Minute Silence and Will Haven for their upcoming UK tour. The dates for which are: Dublin Music Centre November 26, Belfast Limelight 27 (both with Will Haven only), Glasgow Garage 28, Manchester University 29, Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall 30, London Astoria December 1 (all with One Minute Silence and Will Haven), Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms 2, Newport TJ’s 3 (both with Will Haven only). Not only that they will also support Fear Factory at Manchester Academy November 3, Glasgow Barrowlands 4. And will also be on the road with Machine Head during December. Phew!

New Found Glory drummer Cyrus Bolooki has broken his arm, after missing a step while leaving the stage the Roseland Ballroom in New York. As a result, he’ll miss the rest of the pop-punk band’s current US tour, with his place being taken by Chris Tsagakis from the Rx Bandits. But Bolooki should be back behind the kit in time for New Found Glory’s eight date UK tour next month.

Smash Mouth have become the latest band to cancel their overseas touring plans. The ska-punks have pulled their dates in London on November 9 and Birmingham the following night. This is due to the uncertainty of the current global situation.

Def Leppard will play a one-off show in Korea on November 12. This is at the Viva World Cup World Rock Festival, which happens at the Olympic Stadium in Seoul. The gig’s being organised as part of the celebrations being planned for next year’s World Cup, which takes place in Korea and Japan.

Hotly tipped Seattle duo The Shizit are looking to expand their line-up. If you reckon you’d fit into a band with hardcore, metal and techno influences – as well as radical political views – then go to www.shizit.com and contact the band.

The Almighty, Earthtone 9, Nile and Will Haven are to headline shows in Newport from November 30 to December 3. The full details are as follows: On November 30, The Almighty and Sunlounger will play at the Riverside Suite, with tickets costing $7 (advance)/£8 (on the door). A local support act will also be added. On December 1, check out Earthtone 9, Forever Until October and Spurious at TJ’s. Tickets cost £6 (advance)/£7 (door). On December 2, it’s time to headbang to Nile, Behemoth and Mulch at TJ’s, with tickets costing £7 (advance)/£8 (door). Finally on December 4, Will Haven, Sugar Coma and January Thirst play at TJ’s, with tickets costing £7 (advance)/£8 (door). And all this is sponsored by...TotalRock.

Courtney Love performed an impromptu set in the toilets, because a label executive was keen to hear some of her new material. This odd incident happened in Los Angeles after the controversial star was forced to cut short her set supporting Jane’s Addiction because of time restrictions. Mindful of the fact that said executive was keen on the new stuff – and allegedly ready to hand over an advance of nearly $19 million! - Courtney decided on this rather unusual approach. Incidentally, her new band features ex-Hole drummer Patty Schemel, former Redd Kross guitarist Steve MacDonald, Jerry Best on bass and Kenny Korade on guitar.

Rammstein have left the Pledge Of Allegiance tour in America, due to serious illness in guitarist Paul Landers’ family. However, despite current rumours, they are expected to fulfil their commitment to play the Brixton Academy in London on December 2, supported by Clawfinger.

Powerman 5000 have officially confirmed the departure of bassist Dorian Heartsong and drummer Al Pahanish. And rumours are circulating that the band have already lined up Brian Tichy, whose cv includes a stint with Zakk Wylde, as a replacement behind the kit. As soon as anything further is announced we’ll let you know.

Talk about ‘make your bleeding minds up’! Having already changed the title of their upcoming album from ‘Dark Days’ to ‘Salvation’, Coal Chamber have elected to compromise between the two. So the Ross Hogarth produced effort will now be called ‘The Dark Salvation’. Expect a release in late February.

Not content with work on the new Amen album, frontman Casey Chaos is keen to develop his talents as a producer. He’s already been busy with Illinois band The Kinison and now wants to hear from any other bands who believe that they’d appeal to him. So if you fancy being produced by Mr Chaos, then go to www.comaamerica.com for all the details.

The latest lawsuit brought by the parents of the murdered Elyse Pahler against Slayer and associated music industry types has been thrown out of court by a judge in San Luis Obispo, California. However, the case is far from closed, with the Pahlers determined to carry on their crusade accusing the veteran thrashers of marketing and distributing music that incited the three boys convicted of 15-year-old Elyse’s murder to perform this heinous act.

“I've spent 30 years waiting for the planets to align. I'm quite used to it." – Pink Floyd keyboard player Rick Wright comments on a possible reunion.

US cult band 3D House Of Beef are about to tour the UK. You can catch them at: Stoke Rigger November 1, Boston Indian Queen 2, Nottingham Rock City 3, Bradford 1 In 12 Club 4, Newcastle Trillians 5, Sheffield Grape 6, London Camden Underworld 8, Glasgow 13th Note 9.

Incubus will be heading to Britain to play Wolverhampton Civic Hall January 14, Glasgow SECC 15, Manchester Apollo 17, London Wembley Arena 19, Nottingham 21.

Die So Fluid get straight back on the with a series of headlining shows. This follows vocalist Grog's discharge from hospital, after suffering severe pancreatic problems. The dates are Peterborough Park Club With No Name October 31, Cleethorpes Beachcomber November 1, Lincoln Bivouac 2, Romford Club Freak 6, Kingston Peel 8,
Nottingham Old Angel 9, High Wycombe White Horse 10, London Camden Barfly (The Monarch) 12, Basingstoke Navy Club 16.

Halford, the band fronted by metal god Rob Halford, have just started recording their second album, the follow-up to last year’s debut ‘Resurrection’. Once again Roy Z will be at the production helm, with a release planned for 2002.

Top British horror author Shaun Hutson will be Krusher’s special guest on Wednesday, October 31 – Hallowe’en. Tune in from 3-6pm (UK time) for some horrfying tales, including the result of the ‘Kill A TotalRock DJ’ competition.

Ill Nino are coming over to the UK to support Machine Head on their upcoming tour, the dates for which are: Manchester Academy December 7, London Brixton Academy 8, Wolverhampton Civic Hall 10, Glasgow Barrowlands 11, Nottingham Rock City 12, Newport Centre 13.

Two of Europe’s most happening rock bands will team up for a US tour in December. The tour kicks off on December 5 in Philadelphia and ends in Los Angeles on December 20.

Bristol band OneDice will release a mini album called ‘Life’ through Infernal Records on November 19. It was produced by John Fryer. The band follow this up by supporting Napalm Death on their upcoming UK tour, the dates for which are: Newcastle University November 20, Aberdeen Lava 21, Dundee Fat Sams 22, Manchester University 23, Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall 24, London Astoria 26, Southampton Nexus 27, Cambridge Junction 28, Newport TJ’s 29.

Top US stoner trio Atomic Bitchwax, featuring Monster Magnet guitarist Ed Mundell, will make their live debut in the UK on November 29. It will happen in London at the Camden Underworld.

Methods Of Mayhem, the band featuring former Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee, will release their second album in March. As yet untitled, it will be preceded by a single, expected in February.

Pantera’s Phil Anselmo is involved with yet another side project, Southern Isolation. He plays guitar in the band which features both Kevin Bond and Sid Montz, who are associated with Crowbar, while the singer is Anselmo’s girlfriend Stephanie Opal. A self-titled CD will shortly be issued by Baphomet/Housecore Records.

Nine Inch Nails have delayed the release of the DVD/longform video ‘And All That Could Have Been’ until January 22.

German thrashers Destruction have parted with drummer Sven Vormann. The split is said to be amicable, and to have happened because Vormann wants to spend more time with his family. The band expect to announce a replacement soon.

Powerman 5000 have lost their whole rhythm section, with reports that both bassist Dorian Heartsong and drummer Al Pahanish have left the band as they finish up the revamped version of new album ‘Anyone For Doomsday’. So far there’s been no official word from the P5K camp. However they are said to be actively seeking suitable replacements.

My Ruin have replaced bassist Meghan Mattox with Kenny Lowry. The former quit the band for various reasons, and the latter as formerly with a group called Num.

“Nothing’s cancelled or postponed.” – Fear Factory reaffirm their commitment to touring the UK and Europe. Hurrah!

Buckcherry have lost another member, with guitarist Yogi deciding to leave the band. The split is apparently amicable, as was the case recently when bassist JB left the ’Cherry. The band, however, will carry on, and intend to start work shortly on a new album.

“We feel that being in a band and having people who support what we do and believe in us is not something to be taken for granted ….it’s a f**king PRIVILEGE.” – My Ruin!

Graham Bonnet will once more team up with his old mate Don Airey to tour the UK next month. They will be joined by the former Thunder rhythm section of Chris Childs (bass) and ‘Harry’ James (drums), plus Italian guitarist Dario Mollo. The band’s full list of dates is as follows: Stourbridge Rock Café 2000 November 9/10, Cardiff Coal Exchange 11, Plymouth Cooperage 13, Billingham Forum 14, South Shields Cellar Bar 16, Milton Keynes Zaks 17, Norwich Waterfront 18, Manchester Witchwood 20, Cleethorpes Beachcomber 21, Easington Rock Garden 22, Wilbarston Village Hall 24, Southampton Guildhall 25, London Camden Underworld 26, Crewe Limelight 28, Bradford Penningtons 29.

Multi-national band Cyclefly will release their long overdue second album, ‘Crave’, in February. And the band one of their pals guesting on a track – none other than Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington, who appears on ‘Karma Killer’.

Cradle Of Filth will be taking over Mad Maz’s show on Thursday, November 1 for a post-Hallowe’en special. Join and Dani and the Filths from 6-9pm (UK time) as they play their favourite music. And where will Mad Maz be while this is happening? Getting quietly drunk – or maybe not-so-quietly drunk!

Former Guns N’ Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke has teamed up with ex-Stray cats drummer Slim Jim Phantom, plus bassist Muddy Stardust and keyboard player Teddy Zig Zag in a band called Col. Parker. Taking their name from the legendary Elvis Presley manager, the foursome are about to release their debut album ‘Rock ’N’ Roll Music’. And the title says it all.

Paradise Lost have confirmed a one-off show at the Milton Keynes Woughton Centre on November 30.

Medication, the band featuring Whitfield Crane, Logan Mader and Roy Mayorga, now have their first release – a five-track EP – available. If you want to order a copy then e-mail medication2002@hotmail.com

Metallica are lining up ‘Fan Can 5’, the latest in an ongoing series of fan club only releases. This one is expected to feature previously unreleased live material dating back to the band’s early days. More news soon.

Mike Patton, Shaun Lopez (ex-Far) and Melissa Auf Der Maur have apparently been lined up to appear on the debut album from ambient project Team Sleep, the band featuring Deftones man Chino Moreno. Expect a record from the Team early in 2002 on Maverick Records.

Godflesh bassist Ben Green has left the band to go to university. His place will be temporarily taken by former Killing Joke man Paul Raven, who will stand in on the band’s upcoming tours with Fear Factory and Devin Townsend.

Reports are starting to circulate suggesting that Motley Crue will regroup early in the new year to start work on a new album. And don’t be surprised if this sees a reunion of the original line-up, with the return of drummer Tommy Lee. But no new material from the band is expected for another year.

Keys To Arson, the band formed from the ashes of Simon Says, have already posted clips from two songs on their website. Check out ‘Bottom Line’ and ‘Proud Of You’ at www.keystoarson.com

Hotly tipped American band Depswa have signed to Geffen Records. The band, who are pals with Slipknot’s Corey Taylor, will shortly start work on their debut album, and Taylor is expected to guest on the record. And if the band’s name seems a little familiar, that’s because they’ve already been featured on TotalRock.

“I hope we are seen as being uncompromising and slightly influential.” – Emperor’s Ihsahn looks back at the band’s career.

Slipknot have rescheduled their Uk tour, postponed from November. These dates will now happen in February, and are as follows: Glasgow SECC February 14, Manchester Evening News Arena 15, London Docklands Arena 16, Brighton Centre 18, Cardiff International Arena 19, Birmingham NEC 20.

US pop-punkers the Alkaline Trio will headline the following shows in the UK: Birmingham Little Academy November 30, Leicester Princess Charlotte December 3, Manchester University 4, Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms 6, London Highbury Garage 7.

New Kill II This vocalist Phil Bretnall is still very much a member of Manchester band Profane. Reports that Bretnall had quit the latter for the former are unfounded insist Profane, who claim that the singer’s priority remains the Mancunian crew.

Janus Stark will join Godflesh on the support bill for Fear Factory’s November tour of the UK, which despite the present political climate, is still going ahead.

Aerosmith perform the songs ‘The Light Inside’ and ‘Under My Skin’ on a new commercial for the Dodge corporation. Apparently, the company’s previous TV ad used ‘Just Push Play’ as the soundtrack – get the feeling someone in the organisation loves the ’Smiths?

The Haunted will bring in guitarist Marcus Sunesson as temporary replacement for the departed Anders Bjorler. Sunesson is a member of fellow Swedish band The Crown and will help out The Haunted on their upcoming American tour. And fans of The Haunted should watch out for a live album called ‘Live Rounds In Tokyo’, due out soon.

Celebrated Norwegian black metallers Mayhem have strongly denied recent reports that frontman Maniac had quit and that they are on the point of splitting up. Apparently all is well in the camp and they intend to carry on.

Glassjaw have been working with old pal Dave Allen, who looks to be the favourite to land the presently vacant bassist position. The band have already played a low-key gig with him. As for their next album, Glassjaw are still seemingly no nearer sorting out recording time.

Sepultura have just had an old song posted for download on the Roadrunner Records website. It’s the 1998 song ‘The Waste’, with vocals and lyrics provided by Mike Patton. The track started out as the instrumental ‘Kamaitachi’, before Patton got involved. And TotalRock can also reveal that ‘The Waste’ was to be titled ‘Diary Of A Drug Fiend’, however this was changed after objections from the Japanese Kodo Drummers, who also appear on it.

The Stone Temple Pilots are to release their version of the John Lennon classic ‘Revolution’ as a single in America at the end of this month. The band performed this song at a recent tribute concert to the late Beatle.

Slayer will have American Head Charge as their main support when they hit the road in America very soon. Also on the bill will be Chimaira.

Rammstein will be supported by Swedish band Clawfinger when they hit the Brixton Academy in London on December 2.

Korn's label Elementree (home to Orgy and Deadsy) are seeking new acts - and they're using the ongoing Family Values Tour in America to do it. So, if you're in a band and plan to go along to one of the shows, then take along a demo and drop it in the Elementree Demo Submission Box.

Ginger will team up with Napalm Death vocalist Barney Greenway for a one-off single. This will be released as part of the former’s ongoing series of singles, and as soon as we have more details we’ll let you know them.

“I bump into Eddie Van Halen occasionally. Speaking as a fan – and I have no inside information – I get the feeling that it’s kinda the end, sadly.” – Billy Sheehan on the current Van Halen situation

John Waite has cancelled his show at London Highbury Garage, set for November 13.

Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo has been drafted in by Norwegian black metallers Satyricon to guest on their next album, the first band will have recorded for EMI. Also slated to appear on the record is former Morbid Angel man David Vincent.

TotalRock faves the Mad Capsule Markets are coming to London. The Japanese crazies play the Mean Fiddler on December 4. This is a guaranteed night of non-linear performance. In other words, they’re madder than a goose on stilts.

After more false starts than a hyper athlete on the blocks, Down are finally going to start recording their long overdue second album next month. The band – Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, Kirk Windstein, Jimmy Bower and Pepper Keenan – aim to have the album wrapped and ready for release by March. It’s expected to be produced by Sterling Winfield, who worked on Pantera’s ‘Reinventing The Steel’. We’ll keep you updated as the project proceeds.

Downthesun, the first band to sign to Slipknot’s label Maggot Corps Recordings, will release their self-titled, debut album early next year. The full track listing is: ‘Medicated’, ‘We All Die’, ‘Enslaved’, ‘Lucas Toole’, ‘Zero’, ‘Pure American Filth’, ‘Pitiful’, ‘Scapegoat’, ‘Listen’, ‘Eye Confide’, ‘Jars’ and ‘Revelations’.

Veteran Florida power metal heroes Savatage will be coming to the UK next year. Having originally planned to do a show at the Highbury Garage in London on October 31, the band have now elected to play at the same venue on February 13.

Creed have confirmed the full track listing for their upcoming third album, ‘Weathered’, due for release next month. It is as follows: ‘Bullets’, ‘Freedom Fighter’, ‘Who’s Got My Back?’, ‘Signs’, ‘One Last Breath’, ‘My Sacrifice’, ‘Stand Next To Me’, ‘Weathered’, ‘Hide’, ‘Don’t Stop Dancing’ and ‘Lullaby’.

Although it’s not yet been confirmed, it looks likely that Ross Robinson will produce the first album from former Limp Bizkit guitarist Wes Borland new project. However, the band don’t yet even have a name, so it might be some while before anything transpires on the recording front.

Anti Product will play shows at Manchester University October 26, Nottingham Rock City 27.

Demon, Charger and Evil Knievel will not be playing at the King’s Head Live on November 1. The show has been cancelled.

Over the past seven days we’ve been asking you to vote on whether Slipknot are wimps or sensible to postpone their UK tour because of the current global crisis. The result? The masked chappies aren’t gonna like this, but a massive 95 per cent have dubbed the Iowa residents wimps. Guys, you’ve been told!

Hawkwind will be playing a pre-Christmas show in London on December 20. It'll happen at The Forum.

Bon Jovi already have around 25 songs written for their next studio album - and a tentative title. Don't expect a release before enxt summer, but the record might well be called 'Bounce'. And watch out for Jon Bon Jovi in both hot TV sitcom 'Ally McBeal' and also in the new movie 'John Carpenter's Vampires - Los Muertos'.

American band Simon Says have broken up…only to reform under the of Key To Arson. Apparently, this is for business reasons, which include getting them out of a record deal with Hollywood Records.

There may be rumours regarding American death metallers Nile cancelling their upcoming UK and European tour, but TotalRock can confirm that the shows will DEFINITELY go ahead. So fans can still see the band, with Behemoth, at: Milton Keynes Pitz November 30, Sheffield Corporation December 1, Cardiff Clwb Ifor Bach 2, Dublin Temple Bar 3, Belfast Limelight 4, Glasgow Cathouse 5, Newcastle Trillians 6, Bradford Rio’s 7, London Mean Fiddler 8, Harlow Square 9.

Die So Fluid have cancelled the majority of their current tour supporting Karmic Jera after singer/bassist Grog was admitted to hospital after suffering a 'pancreatic attack'. Right now, she remains seriously ill. However, the band hope Grog will have recovered in time for the band’s upcoming headlining tour. TotalRock wishes Grog a full and quick recovery.

Blaze will play a one-off UK show at Dudley JB’s on November 16 – and the band want fans to choose their set. So if you fancy deciding whether Blaze should perform ‘Manhunt’ or ‘The Angel & The Gambler’, then go to www.blazefans.com and make your choice.

As previously reported right here, former Pink Floyd leader Roger Waters is to play some solo shows in the UK next summer. And tickets are now on sale for the dates, which happen at Birmingham NEC on June 21, Manchester MEN Arena 22 and London Wembley Arena on June 26.

Incubus will be touring the UK early in the new year. TotalRock understands that Brandon Boyd and co. will be here in January, with dates currently being lined up, including a show at Glasgow SECC on January 15. And don’t forget, every day this week you’ve the chance of winning a copy of the new Incubus CD, ‘Morning View’, on the Breakfast Show with Julz & Dave.

With their current, self-titled album still selling strongly, Weezer have been back in the studio working on new material. Nobody seems sure exactly what they plan for these songs, however we can at least tell you some of the titles, namely: ‘Everybody Depends On A Friend’, ‘Your Room’, ‘Do You Want Me To Stay’, ‘Living Without You’ and ‘Slave’.

Coal Chamber have changed the title of their new album from ‘Dark Days’ to ‘Salvation’. The record will be released at the end of February by Roadrunner. And frontman Dez Fafara modestly claims it to be one of the ‘greatest albums of all time’. We shall see…

Bongzilla will finally start work shortly on their eagerly awaited second album. It will be called ‘Gateway’ and should be out early next year on Relapse.

Fast rising Americans Gryp will release their third album in February. Self-titled, it’s their first record for new label W Recordings. Watch out for the track ‘Left Behind’ on TotalRock.

Nonpoint frontman Elias Soriano and guitarist Robb Rivera are considering putting together an ambient side project, in the same vein as Team Sleep, featuring Deftones Chino Moreno. This is just one of a number of ideas currently in the Nonpoint melting pot. Another might see Soriano working with Cold’s Scooter Ward.

Sick Speed, the band featuring former Stuck Mojo members Rich Ward (guitar), Dan Dryden (bass) and Ben (drums), will release their debut album in the UK and Europe on January 22. It’s called ‘Evolution’ and is to be issued by DK Records.

“We’ll sign to whatever label buys us the biggest meal.” – Charlie of Chicago band Stripping The Pistol shows a pragmatic approach to the task of finding the right label

Master bassist Billy Sheehan will be Badger's special guest on Thursday, October 25. Tune in from 9pm to midnight (UK time) to hear Sheehan talking about his time with David Lee Roth, Mr Big, UFO and Talas. So rock with the brock - and get silly with Billy.

Mighty Matt Mason will be talking to Rick Vallez of Pissing Razors on the Metal Lunchbox on Wednesday, October 24. Tune in from noon to 3pm (UK time) to hear the Mighty One get a good Razoring.

Alice Cooper will be Andii Wax’s special guest on Wednesday, October 24. Tune in from 9pm to midnight, as Alice dares to take a trip from ‘Dragontown’ into the Badlands.

Polish band Vader will start recording a new album early next year. It will be titled ‘Epitaph’ and released in May 2002. It will mark the recording debut of the band’s new bassist, although they’ve yet to choose a suitable replacement for the just departed Shambo.

Metallica, Creed, The Cult and Sugar Ray head the list of bands featured on the compilation album ‘NASCAR: Full Throttle’. Metallica’s track is the demo version of ‘Fuel’ – titled ‘Fuel For Fire’. Other bands on the CD include the Grateful Dead, Motley Crue, Sammy Hagar and Breaking Point.

Megadeth have decided not to record their upcoming live album in Argentina, because of the current global crisis. Instead the band are expected to record it in the US.

Napalm Death frontman Barney Greenway will be Julz & Dave’s special guest on the Breakfast Show on Wednesday, October 24. Tune in from 7-9am (UK time) to hear the latest from the Napalm camp – and doubtless some gratuitous mentions of Aston Villa.

Veteran British prog rockers Nektar are planning a reunion of the original line-up – for one night only. Mainman Roye Albrighton has exclusively told TotalRock that plans are in hand for this to happen next summer in America. If this goes ahead, then expect the show to be filmed and recorded. Meantime, Nektra fans should check out the current incarnation’s new album, ‘The Prodigal Son’, which has just been released by Bellaphon.

Prog rock supergroup Transatlantic have recruited a fifth member to augment their line-up for the upcoming UK and European tour. He’s Daniel Gildenlow of Pain Of Salvation, who will be playing guitar. And the band have also added a warm-up show at Oxford Zodiac on November 9 to their itinerary.

The Foo Fighters have reworked old song ‘Make A Bet’ for inclusion on the soundtrack to upcoming movie ‘Out Cold’, starring Jason London and Caroline Dhavernas. The song now glories in the title ‘Win Or Lose’.

Blink 182 may have postponed their UK tour, but that hasn’t stopped any of their slated support bands from coming anyway. Already both Jimmy Eat World and Sum 41 have confirmed shows. Now Alkaline Trio have announced two shows: Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms December 6 and London’s Garage the following night.

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis guests on a track with highly rated band Deadsy. Called ‘The Key The Gramercy Park’, it will appear on the debut Deadsy album ‘Commencement’, due for release next year. However, you can hear it right now by going to www.streetwise.com

Train have delayed plans to tour the UK until next year. The band were due over this week. However because of the current global crisis, the band will now be returning here in January, when they’ll play Dublin Ambassador 11, Manchester Academy 13, Glasgow Barrowlands 14, London Shepherds Bush Empire 16, Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall 18.

The Almighty follow up the release of acclaimed new album ‘Psycho-Narco’ with a series of shows in the UK. These kick off in London at the Camden Underworld on November 23, before heading to Bradford Rio’s 24, Edinburgh 25, Glasgow Cathouse 26, Dudley JB’s 28, Milton Keynes Woughton Centre 29, Newport Centre Riverside Suite 30, Newcastle Trillians December 1, Belfast Limelight 2

“I only hunt and eat herbivores.” – Ted Nugent.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers will play a benefit show at the Paramour Hilltop Estate in Silverlake, California on December 14. This is part of a series of shows in the area, being held to raise money for the Hollywood Sunset Free Clinic. As part of this series, the following night Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante will participate in a special version of 'Hedwig & The Angry Inch' at the 4100 Bar.

Canadian stoner crew Sheavy will start work on their fourth album very shortly. They'll be recording in Belgium, for reasons best known to themselves, with a release expected on Rise Above in 2002.

Drowning Pool, who's song 'Bodies' has been a TotalRock fave for months, will make their UK debut in London at the Highbury Garage on December 11.

Earache have just released a DVD featuring videos by the likes of Morbid Angel, Napalm Death, Mortiis, The Haunted, Godflesh, Cathedral and Carcass.

Napalm Death duo Shane Embury and Jesse Pintado have once more teamed up with Dimmu Borgir drummer Nick Barker to record a second album under the project name of Lockup, with former At The Gates vocalist Tomas Lindberg completing the line-up. Titled 'Hate Breeds Suffering', it will be released early next year by Nuclear Blast.

Hatebreed will work with producer Matt Hyde (of Monster Magnet fame) on new album 'Perseverance', which is due as the first release on their own Stillborn label early in 2002.

Machine Head have decided to scrap plans to release the song 'Crashing Around You' as their new single in America. This is because of the current global crisis. However, if you want to see the video for the track, then go to www.roadrunnerrecords.com, where it's been posted. The track, however, will be issued as a UK single on December 3.

Skindred will have the song 'Vampire Killah' included on the soundtrack for the new Wesley Snipes film 'Blade II'. The band, fronted by former Dub War star Benji, are currently working on their debut album with producer Howard Benson.

Having already triumphed in the title role of 'Jekyll & Hyde', Sebastian Bach is all set to appear in 'The Rocky Horror Show'. The former Skid Row frontman will play Rocky on Broadway in this new production, which will run from October 30 to January 6.

Orgy are currently working on their third album, which should see the light of day in 2002. And the band are also planning to release a DVD, which will feature a combination of live performance and also offstage footage.

One Minute Silence have chosen the team of Scrap 60 Productions to produce their next album. The band should go into the studio shortly to begin work on what will be their third album.

"Before the tragedy of September 11 the only scary thing about Anthrax was our bad hair in the 1980s and the 'Fistful of Metal' album cover. Suddenly our name is not so cool." - Anthrax react to the current situation.

Linkin Park guitarist Brad Delson has broken his ankle. However, this isn’t gonna slow down the mega-selling band. They will fulfil all commitments on the Family Values Tour, and then headline their own tour of America, supported by (hed) planet earth. And rumours that Delson is about to join LIMP Bizkit are unfounded.

“Right now, we feel we should stay close to home and within our families’ reaches in case of any major emergencies. We sincerely apologize for this and WE ARE COMING, but right now is the time to watch out for our loved ones. We encourage you all to do the same.” – Slipknot explain why they’ve cancelled all overseas dates for 2002.

Million Dead will be playing a London show at The Swan in Tottenham on October 23. Also on the bill are Deluge and Mind This Tear.

Will Haven pair Jeff Irwin and Grady Avenal are planning to record an album with their previous band, Sock, who also featured Shaun Lopez of Far. The band recently reformed to play a one-off show in their home town – Sacramento – and now, Irwin exclusively told TotalRock, the band are seriously considering taking the reunion a stage further, with an album a very serious possibility. Presumably it won’t be called ‘Shoe’s Next’.

Cradle Of Filth will release a DVD and longform video through Snapper on November 5. It’s called ‘Heavy, Left Handed And Candid’, and is the first ever DVD and longform video from the band. You’ll see their performance at Nottingham Rock City in April, plus promo clips. And on the DVD you also get fly on the wall footage, a major photo gallery plus other special features.

The Masters Of Reality will have their live line-up augmented by Josh Homme and Nick Oliveri of the Queens Of The Stone Age when they play a handful of shows in Europe and the UK towards the end of the year. And Mark Lanegan will also be involved. The British shows happen at Glasgow Garage November 30, Manchester University December 1, London Astoria 2, Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall 3. Support comes from Anyone.

Fast rising US band Sw1tched will have the song ‘Inside’ used on the video game ‘Project Gotham Racing’. This is taken from their debut album, ‘Subject To Change’, due for release in late February on Immortal.

Highly rated British crew Cortizone will be playing 13 headline shows next month. They kick off at Ashton-Under-LymeWitchwood on November 9, before heading to Hull Moriaty’s 10, Sheffield Barfly 12, Leicester Charlotte 12, Exeter Cavern 13, Derby Victoria Inn 16, Wolverhampton Little Civic 17, Chelmsford Army & Navy 19, Cardiff Barfly 20, Harlow Square 21, Nottingham Rock City 22, Southampton Joiners 23, Tunbridge Wells Forum 24. They then support Earthtone 9 at London’s Mean Fiddler on December 11.

Kill II This introduce new vocalist Phil Bretnall to fans with a handful of British shows next month. Catch the band with the former Profane singer at: Exeter Cavern November 25, Rugeley Red Rose Theatre 30, Manchester Rock Kitchen Metal Festival December 1, Watford Stitches 7. More dates are expected to be added.

The Spiritual Beggars have changed line-up. As rumoured a little while ago, bassist/vocalist Spice has left the band, to be replaced by vocalist Janne Christoffersson and bassist Roger Nilson. Expect a new album from the acclaimed Swedish crew as early as February.

TotalRock is getting into the Hallowe’en spirit early. Over the next two weeks you’ve the chance of killing any TotalRock DJ you fancy. Not only will you get away with it, but you might even win a prize! Wanna know know more? Just keep listening to TotalRock.

Masterly gore metallers Mortician will make their live debut in the UK on January 8. Fans can see the nasty bunch in London at the Camden Underworld.

Korn bassist Fieldy will finally have his solo album ‘Fieldy’s Dream’ released at the end of this year. This is said to be a hip hop record, with a number of guests, including Eminem.

Spineshank are currently working on the material for their third album, which they hope will be out by next summer. Apparently, this will see the band going in a heavier, more intense direction. And we all thought they’d go acoustic.

Deftones will start pre-production for their new album early next month. So far no further details have emerged. However, fans can expect the record to be in the shops by the late spring or early summer next year.

“Foo Fighters are a candy-assed girl band.” – Zakk Wylde gets his knickers in a twist about Dave Grohl.

Right now, Florida’s Andrew WK is getting a lot of attention for his dumb party-style metal. But TotalRock can now reveal that the man behind the kit for current single ‘Party Hardy’ and upcoming album ‘I Get Wet’ is one Donald Tardy, who was previously with influential Florida death metalheads Obituary. How the mighty have fallen…

Paradise Lost are currently writing songs for their next album. They’ll be demoing these in the next few weeks with John Pennington, their live sound engineer, although whether he’ll be the final choice of producer remains open to question.

TotalRock faves Anathema will be touring Britain before the end of the year. You may see the band promoting new album ‘A Fine Day To Exit’ at Manchester Hop & Grape December 11, London Mean Fiddler 12, Norwich Waterfront 13, Birmingham Academy 14, Dublin Temple Bar 16, Glasgow Cathouse 17.

Uriah Heep will play a show at York Opera House on November 24, supported by Mostly Autumn. This is their only UK warm-up date prior to their ‘Magician’s Birthday Party’ gig at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire on December 7, which is sponsored by TotalRock.

Teenage Californian band Impur have just signed to Warner Brothers. They are said to be the new Linkin Park. Wanna know what they sound like? Listen to Hammer & Doom on Monday, October 22 from 9pm to midnight (UK time).

Finnish cellist madmen Apocalyptica will release the song ‘Hope Vol. II’ as their next single in Europe on November 5. This comes with three unreleased extra tracks, these being covers of Slayer’s ‘South Of Heaven’ and ‘Mandatory Suicide’ and Metallica’s ‘My Friend Of Misery’.

Former Rainbow/MSG vocalist Graham Bonnet, Rabies Caste and Nektar mainman Roye Albrighton will be the special guests on Doom & Co. on Saturday, October 20. Tune in from 6pm to midnight (UK time).

Alien Ant Farm are planning to re-release the song ‘Movies’ as their next single. And they’ve also shot a new video for this, which – amazingly! – pays tribute to some of their favourite films, including ‘Willie Wonka And The Chocolate Factory’, ‘Edward Scissorhands’ and ‘Ghostbusters’.

Godhead will team up with Pigface and Gravity Kills for an American tour next month. However the band, who are signed to Marilyn Manson’s label Post Human, are still seeking a suitable replacement for departed drummer James O’Connor.

The Lost Prophets will spend most of November on the road in America, touring with Hoobastank. This comes as a remixed version of the former’s debut album ‘The Fake Sound Of Progress’ is scheduled for an American release early in 2002.

Over the past seven days we’ve been asking you to vote on the band you’d most like to see on Hallowe’en. Lots of suggestions were put forward – some crazier than others – but four bands emerged as clear faves. Slipknot got 15 per cent of the votes, while the original Black Sabbath picked up 20 per cent and Cradle Of Filth received 25 per cent. But the winners, with 30 percent, were the Misfits. Sounds like a good choice to us.

“I hope that we will not be forced to change our plans to go out of the country to do our live record, but I heard that there is now a threat on all USA males. That means that my son was threatened now too. We will keep you posted on what is happening. Just let me assure you that even if we don’t do the record in Argentina, we WILL do the record here in the USA.” – Dave Mustaine on how the present global tension might force the band to change their plans to record a live album in Argentina.

As first predicted right here a couple of days ago, Slipknot have now officially cancelled their tour of the UK and Europe. They hope to reschedule for next February.

Ten Ton Hammer are playing a special show in San Francisco on Hallowe’en. Who are Ten Ton Hammer? The pseudonym for a rather well known Bay Area metal band, who promise the show will be full of surprises. And no, we didn’t tell you that Robb Flynn’s in the band.

Miuzikfest 2001 happens on November 4. What’s Miuzikfest 2001? A charity show happening at the Camden Underworld in London, with proceeds going to the Variety Club, who provide musical instruments for disabled children. The bill on this TotalRock sponsored event includes PDHM, Sikth, Landmine Spring, Descent, Ako, Inimenter, Silva, Decimate, Mahumodo and Samsara. Tickets cost £8 in advance or £10 on the door.

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has started up his own music school. It’s called the Silverlake Conservatory of Music, based in Silverlake, California and will teach everything from classical music to punk. And it’s just possible Flea will call on his Chili Peppers buddies to lecture once in a while.

Mesh, a five-piece metal band from St. Louis, Missouri, will release their debut album for The Label very shortly. It’s called ‘Lowercase’, and was produced by Tim Lord-Alge. The band will be touring soon with Puddle Of Mudd in America.

The final bill for Z Rock 2002 has been confirmed. Taking place at Wigan Maxime’s on May 5, the festival will feature Westworld, Von Groove, Burning Rain, Brighton Rock, Prophet, Humanimal, Silent Rage, Arabia and Friction. For full ticket details, phone 01695 556302, or go to www.zrecords.net.

Raging Speedhorn have pulled out of the upcoming Fear Factory tour of the UK and Europe. This leaves Godflesh as the principle support in Britain.

Assuiming their UK goes ahead, Slipknot are planning two instore appearances. Fans can come face to mask with the menacing Iowa nine-piece at the Virgin Megastores in Brighton on November 4 and Glasgow on November 6. Both start at noon.

Limp Bizkit are planning to hold auditions to find the suitable replacement for departed guitarist Wes Borland. If you fancy your chances then check out the band’s website at www.limpbizkit.com.

Dry Kill Logic are to record a version of the American baseball anthem ‘Take Me Out To The Ballgame’. This is for the new computer extreme sports game ‘MLB Ballgame’. Baseball meets nu metal!

Judas Priest will be heading to Australia next month. The band will be appearing in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane from November 30 to December 7.

The Rollins Band will return to the UK early next year. They’ve already confirmed shows at Dudley JB’s on January 18 and Cambridge Junction on the 21st.

System Of A Down may have cancelled their UK tour, but new single ‘Chop Suey’ will still be released over here on October 22 by Columbia.

“The first thing that’s gonna happen is we’re going to comb the globe in search of the illist guitar player known to man. Then we’re gonna take this illist guitar player known to man and we’re gonna finish writing the sickest new undeniable Limp Bizkit record you could ever imagine.” – Fred Durst tells fans how Limp Bizkit will replace Wes Borland.

Rabies Caste, the Israeli-Russian extreme metallers, will be appearing at the Camden Underworld in London on October 17. They're supporting God Dethroned.

Will Haven guitarist Jeff Irwin will join Julz & Dave on the Breakfast show on Thursday, October 18. Tune in from 7-9am (UK time) to hear the latest from the Sacramento crew.

Firebird, the retro trio featuring former Carcass/Napalm guitarist Bill Steer, hit the road next month for a series of UK shows. The tour starts at Swindon Vic on November 15, before heading to Watford Pioneer 17, York Fibbers 20, Bristol Bierkeller 21, Nottingham Old Angel 23, Milton Keynes Woughton Centre 24, Dudley JB’s 28, London Camden Underworld 29, Colchester Twist 30, Bradford Rio’s December 1.

‘Britannia Infernus’ is coming. Released on October 20, this is a double CD documenting the history of British black metal, from Black Widow and Black Sabbath through to Venom and Angel Witch right up to Cradle Of Filth and Meads Of Asphodel. The record’s released by Godreah.

Skyclad will release their new album, ‘No Daylights Nor Healtaps’, next month. It marks the debut of new boys vocalist Kevin Ridley and drummer Arron Walton, and features reworkings of popular Sky’ songs from the past. The band have now taken total control of the marketing and distribution of their albums. If you want to know how you can buy copies of their records, go to www.skyclad.co.uk, their official website.

Top guitarist James Murphy is currently recovering from an operation to remove a tumour from his head. If you want to send him your best wishes, then you may do so at the following e-mail addresses: IdleSouls@aol.com (his brother Stephen) or cmurphy9@tampabay.rr.com (his father Charles).

Dokken, the veteran LA melodic rockers, are recording a new album. Called ‘La Daze’, it sees the band taking on board former Europe guitarist John Norum and bassist Barry Sparks, previously with Yngwie and Uli Jon Roth.

Despite originally accepting the chance to compose the music for new horror movie ‘Bloodfeast 2: Buffet Of Blood’, Viking Crown have now withdrawn from the project. This is because the black metal band, featuring Phil Anselmo and Killjoy of Necrophagia, believe that the film is not what they were led to expect. Not enough corpuscles, presumably.

Hatebreed have pulled out of their support slot on the upcoming Slayer tour of the US, due to start at the end of this month. This is because of recording commitment, as they finish up new album ‘Perseverance’, due for release on Stillborn/Universal early next year.

Shootyz Groove vocalist Sense Live has started up a side band called The Bronx Science Project. Not only that, but he’s also getting his own label, Radiator Entertainment, into gear. We can expect both to be up and running very shortly.

Rob Zombie is to give away a bonus CD – ‘Calling All Maniacs’ - with early copies of his upcoming album ‘The Sinister Urge’. Released next month, this extra CD will have tracks from 16 other bands who get the Zombie seal of approval. These include Slayer, Lost Prophets, Adema, Flaw, Soil, Dope and Static-X.

Although it has yet to be officially confirmed, TotalRock understands that the Slipknot tour of the UK and Europe is about to be cancelled. We'll let you know when we have any further info.

According to some internet sources, Metallica have asked former bassist Jason Newsted to return to their ranks to work on the next album. If this is to be believed - and we at TotalRock are rather sceptical - then it would only involve Newsted in studio work not touring. Stayed tuned...

Creed have created a cunning way for all fans to get instant info on what’s happening with the Florida superstars. Just go to their official website, www.creednet.com, and download their pager. This will keep you in touch with what’s going on.

Canadian pop-punks Sum 41 make a headlining return to Britain next month. You can see them at London’s Brixton Academy on November 12, Manchester University 15, Glasgow Barrowlands 16.

Top producer Ross Robinson has teamed up with Amen’s Casey Chaos and Killjoy of Necrophagia to start up a company dedicated to issuing underground and cult horror movies in America. Their first release is ‘The Last House On Dead End Street’.

Planet X, the prog rock band featuring keyboard player Derek Sherinian and guitarist Tony Macalpine, will release their new album in March. It’s called ‘Moon Babies’ and was co-produced by Simon Phillips. Top bassist Billy Sheehan guest on the record.

TotalRock faves Thumb will be supporting Machine Head on their December tour of the UK, the dates for which are Manchester Academy December 7, London Brixton Academy 8, Wolverhampton Civic Hall 10, Glasgow Barrowlands 11, Nottingham Rock City 12.

311 will headline three British shows next month. They appear at London Mean Fiddler November 16, Manchester Hop & Grape 17, Glasgow Cathouse 18.

The music score composed by Marilyn Manson for the new Johnny Depp film ‘From Hell’ has been ditched. Apparently, this is because no agreement could be reached between the Anti Christ Superstar and the movie’s producers. However, as previously reported here, Manson will still have a presence in the film, via a remix of ‘The Nobodies’.

Devin Townsend will headline a series of British dates in December, supported by Godflesh. Here are the details: Norwich Waterfront December 3, London Mean Fiddler 5, Manchester Hop & Grape 6, Sheffield Leadmill 7, Nottingham Rock City 8, Glasgow Cathouse 9, Dublin Ambassador Theatre 10.

Fear Factory will release a new single, ‘Linchpin’, in the UK on November 12. This is just after they finish touring the country.

Jim Thirwell, the mastermind behind the many projects under the name of ‘Foetus’, will be Andii Wax’s special guest on Wednesday, October 17. Take a trip into the ‘Badlands’ from 9pm to midnight (UK time) to find out the latest from the Foetus camp – and also the inside scoop on those porno movies Thirwell once made with Lydia Lunch.

Factory 81, who have been featured regularly on TotalRock, will play three shows in Japan from November 7-9. They’ll then start work on their first record since signing to Jive/Zomba, which is expected to be issued next summer.

Former Limp Bizkit guitarist Wes Borland has announced some details of immediate plans. He will form a new band with Kyle Weeks, Greg Isabele and Scott Borland, all of whom are also part of Wes’ Big Dumb Face project. As yet unnamed, the new band will take a more serious direction. However, Big Dumb Face themselves will record a new album in 2002.

Jimmy Eat World have confirmed a show at Manchester University on November 9. This is in addition to the previously announced date at London’s Scala in King’s Cross on November 11. And the band will then head back to America where they’re scheduled to tour with Weezer and Tenacious D.

“I watched a couple videos from 1990 and it’s not hard to figure out how I damaged myself. I mean, 200 days a year I would give myself full-on whiplash.” – Jason Newsted on his time with Metallica.

Mighty Matt Mason will be joined in the Metal Lunchbox by special guest Ricky Warwick of The Almighty on Tuesday, October 16. Tune in from noon-3pm (UK time) to hear a meeting of the Almighty and the Mighty.

Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted will be producing new Geffen signees Dragpipe, who are described as a noisy New York six-piece. Newsted has recently been working with Texans Speedealer on their second album, ‘Second Sight’, and will also be working with Voivod on their next record.

Limp Bizkit guitarist Wes Borland has quit the band. As first hinted right here a few days ago, the guitarist has elected to pursue other projects rather than stay with Durst and co. The split, though, is said to be amicable.

Caroline Alexander will play the Borderline in London on October 30. The promising young singer will air her debut single, ‘If You’, on British TV channel PlayUK. She’ll appear on the ‘NU-MUSIC’ show on October 19.

Die So Fluid will be hitting the road for a major UK. It kicks off at Chelmsford Army & Navy on October 15, then heading to Exeter Cavern 16, Stourbridge Rock Café 21, London Camden Barfly 22, Southampton Joiners Arms 26, Sheffield Barfly 28, Brighton Pressure Point 30, Peterborough Park 31, Cleethorpes Beachcomber November 1, Lincoln Bivouac 2, Norwich Fat Pauly’s 4, Romford Club Freak 6, Nottingham Old Angel 9, High Wycombe White Horse 10, London Camden Barfly 14, Basingstoke Navy Club 16. The band will release a new four-track EP, ‘Suck Me Dry’ shortly.

Despite the current problems in America with an outbreak of anthrax (the disease), Anthrax (the band) are determined not to change their name. While accepting the seriousness of the problem, the band are hoping that it won’t force them to change to something ‘Basketful Of Puppies’. If you want to see the full text of their comments, then go to www.anthrax.com

Tomahawk, the latest project from Mike Patton, will shortly hit the road in support of their self-titled debut album. The US dates start in Pomona, California on November 2 and continue through to San Francisco on December 5.

Marilyn Manson has covered the Soft Cell classic ‘Tainted Love’. This is for the film ‘Not Another Teen Movie’, and it will be released as a single next month. Watch for a remix of ‘The Nobodies’ appearing on the soundtrack for the movie ‘From Hell’.

The Rejects, who include Slipknot’s Joey Jordison and Tripp Eisen from Static-X, have posted a song for download on their official website, www.therejects.net. So you can check out ‘Mommyz In Rehab’ for yourselves.

Jimmy Eat World have announced a headlining show in London at The Scala in King’s Cross on November 10. This should go some way to relieving the disappointment felt by fans who were looking forward to seeing them on the Blink 182 tour next month. As TotalRock reported a few days ago, this tour has been postponed until January, and it looks unlikely that JEW will be on the bill.

Mudvayne will release a DVD called ‘L(ive) D(osage) 50 – Live In Peora’ in mid-December. Much of the footage was shot during a show in their hometown of Peora in June. And one track, ‘Prod’, has been posted for download on the band’s official website at www.mudvayne.com

The Dillinger Escape Plan have a new singer. He’s Greg Puciato, who has just made his live debut with the band.

Over the past seven days, we’ve been asking you to vote on whether Courtney Love deserves control of Nirvana’s music. The result? Only ten per cent felt this to be fair, with a massive 90 per cent backing Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, who Courtney is currently battling for the rights to the Nirvana legacy.

“Given the way we look onstage and everything, we are a great target for cheesy bullshit.” – Slipknot Jim Root. No kiddin’!

System Of A Down have cancelled their Uk and European tour, due to the present 'political unrest'. They hope to reschedule for early next year.

One Minute Silence and Will Haven will be playing four UK shows together, starting in Glasgow at The Garage on November 28. They then head to Manchester University 28, Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall 30 and London Astoria on December 1. Will Haven also play their own headlining shows at Dublin Music Centre on November 26, Belfast Limelight 27, Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms December 2 and Newport TJ’s 3.

Blink 182 have postponed next month's sold out tour of the UK. That's the bad news. The good news is that the band have already rescheduled the dates as follows: 10 London Wembley Arena January 11/12, London Docklands Arena 15, Manchester Evening News Arena 16, Glasgow SECC 17, Nottingham Arena 18.

Henry Rollins has a cameo role in the upcoming comedy film ‘The New Guy’, which opens in America on November 16. The man plays a sheriff, as do funk star Jermaine Dupri and rapper Kool Moe Dee. Also in the film is Methods Of Mayhem mainman Tommy Lee.

On Sunday, October 14, TotalRock will be broadcasting live from London Wembley Arena, on the last date of the Tattoo The Planet tour. Join Julz & Dave, Mad Maz, Andy King and Terry G. Smith from 3pm for all the action as it happens, including part of the bands’ performances.

The Rejects, a side project band featuring the talents of Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison (on guitar) and Static-X guitarist Tripp Eisen, are to release their first album early next year. And the band are said to be planning some live shows as well. Full details soon.

Ministry are currently working on new material. And reports suggest they are on the verge of signing a new record deal, possibly with a label whose name is not unconnected with a classic Iron Maiden song. Got it?

Kill II This have finally landed a new singer. He’s Phil Bretnall, who was previously in a Manchester band called Prophane. Fans will get the chance to check out the new line-up when Kill II This tour at the end of the year.

Dee Snider, Angel, plus former members of Stryper and Black ’N Blue are all confirmed to appear on the bill for Thunderfest 2002, a touring festival set to go round America, from April next year. Other acts are to be confirmed shortly.

Throat and Breed 77, two of the UK’s hottest young bands, will be touring the country next month on a TotalRock sponsored trek called ‘Flush ’Em Out’, in conjunction with Rock Sound magazine and Schism. Catch them at Belfast Distortion Project @ Morrisons November 8, Limerick The AMC @ The High Stool 9, Dublin Temple Bar Music Centre (afternoon and evening shows) 10, Exeter Cavern 15, Milton Keynes Woughton Centre 16, Manchester K2 Bar Metropolitan University 17, London Fulham Kings Head 18, Sheffield Casbah 19, Rotherham Wellington Boot 20, Dundee Drouthy Neebors 21, Aberdeen Dungeon University Union 22, Edinburgh Venue 23, Newcastle Trillians 24, Glasgow 13th Note 25. Goodie bags will be given out to the first 50 people through the door each night.

In something of a surprise move, Led Zeppelin has licensed the classic ‘Rock And Roll’ for use on a TV ad campaign selling cadillacs. It’s the first time the legendary band have ever granted such rights, and they’re said to have been paid a ‘ridiculous amount’ for this.

Kid Rock has written a song for the latest album from rapper Snoop Dogg. The track’s called ‘Save the Drama for Your Mama’, and will be featured on the record, due next year. Snoop Dogg has repaid the favour by appearing on the new Kid Rock album, ‘Cocky’, released on November 19 in the UK.

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On Sunday, October 14, TotalRock will be broadcasting live from London Wembley Arena, on the last date of the Tattoo The Planet tour. Join Julz & Dave, Mad Maz, Andy King and Terry G. Smith from 3pm for all the action as it happens, including part of the bands’ performances.

TotalRock’s going to Ireland. On Thursday, October 25 we shall be screening the acclaimed Ozzfest movie , ‘We Sold Our Souls For Rock ’N’ Roll’, at the Nerve Centre in Londonderry. The film starts at 7.30pm, after which highly rated young band Throat will play live. This is the first time the movie’s had a public screening outside of the US. The following night, October 26, TotalRock’s very own Mighty Matt Mason will team up with The Almighty’s Ricky Warwick at the Venue Rock Club in Belfast to host an evening of mayhem and entertainment. The fun kicks off at 10pm. And on October 27, the new Schism compilation album ‘53:56’ will be launched at The Limelight in Belfast during an all ages show that starts at 2pm. All shows are sponsored by TotalRock, NIMIC & Music For Nations. The first 50 people through the doors each night receive a goodie bag containing free CDs, stickers and some surprises!

System Of A Down have now expanded their UK tour. The full list of dates is now as follows - London Brixton Academy November 21, Birmingham Academy 23, London Brixton Academy 25, Nottingham Rock City 26, Glasgow Barrowlands 27, Manchester Academy 28.

Blink 182 have postponed next month's sold out tour of the UK. That's the bad news. The good news is that the band have already rescheduled the dates as follows: 10 London Wembley Arena January 11/12, London Docklands Arena 15, Manchester Evening News Arena 16, Glasgow SECC 17,
Nottingham Arena 18.

Zeke and Hog Molly will be touring the UK next month. Catch them at Nottingham Rock City November 13, Sheffield Corporation 14, Glasgow King Tut's 15, Dublin Temple Bar Music Centre 17, Manchester Roadhouse 18, Newport TJ's 20.

Zen Guerrilla will play five shows at the end of the year. They kick off at Manchester University on December 5, before heading to London Mean Fiddler 6, Glasgow King Tut's 8, Nottingham Rock City 9, Leeds Cockpit 10.

Confusion currently surrounds the present status of drummer Roy Mayorga. Last week, official sources close to Soulfly confirmed that Mayorga was indeed going to replace Joe Nunez in the band, thereby taking up his old position. However, Mayorga himself has now denied this to be the case, insisting that he is fully committed to current band Medication.

Queensryche have cancelled plans to play shows in Japan which were due to happen before the end of the year. This is due to the current global crisis.

A memorial concert will happen for the late Tony Ashton next month. It takes place on November 4 at the Buxton Opera House. Among those taking part will be Ian Paice, Jon Lord, Colin Hodgkinson, Mickey Moody, Bernie Marsden, Zak Starkey, Neil Murray, Geoff Whitehorn and Zoot Money. Tickets cost between £20-£30 are available from the box office on 01298 72190. Or book online at www.buxton-opera.co.uk. All proceeds go to the Tony Ashton Trust.

The Sabians, a Californian four-piece featuring former Sleep members Chris Hakius (drums) and Justin Marler (vocals/guitar), are about to start work on their debut album, ‘Beauty For Ashes’, which should be released next spring by The Music Cartel.

AC/DC will have a DVD released next month. It’s called ‘Stiff Upper Lip Live’ and features mainly footage shot in Munich on the band’s recent tour.

Limp Bizkit will release their remix album, ‘New Old Songs’, in December. Tracks include ‘Nookie’ (remixed by The Neptunes), ‘Take A Look Around’ (remixed by Timbaland), two versions of ‘My Way’ (one remixed by P. Diddy, the other by DJ Lethal) and three versions of ‘Break Stuff’, one remixed by DJ Lethal, one by Wes Borland and the other by Wiliam Orbit.

After spending more than 18 months on the road, 3 Doors Down finally end their hectic touring schedule later this week. But they’ll get very little rest, with plans already in hand to record the follow-up to the mega selling debut album ‘The Better Life’. Expect top producer Bob Rock to be involved, with a release planned for next spring.

Train have revamped the video for upcoming single ‘Something New’. The original storyline called for some of footage to be shot around a skyscraper, but given the events of September 11, the band decided to reshoot part of the video, ensuring they didn’t appear in front of any building more than two storeys high.

One time Steppenwolf bassist Nick St. Nicholas has won the right to publicise the fact he was a former member of the classic rock band. St. Nicholas was prevented from mentioning his tenure in Steppenwolf from 1969-71 by a legal letter from band mainman John Kay. However, he’s now successfully overturned that decision in the supreme court.

Watch out for a collaboration between Type O Negative’s Peter Steele and Dust To Dust’s Rob Traynor. The two bands will shortly be playing ten shows in America, and Traynor exclusively told TotalRock that he and Steele have talked very seriously about writing some songs together. Chances are there won’t be of the happy, happy kind.

Defenestration will be Julz & Dave’s special guests on the Breakfast Show on Friday, October 12. Tune in from 7-9am (UK time) to find out the latest from the band who worship the ‘One Inch God’.

Confusion currently surrounds the present status of drummer Roy Mayorga. Last week, official sources close to Soulfly confirmed that Mayorga was indeed going to replace Joe Nunez in the band, thereby taking up his old position. However, Mayorga himself has now denied this to be the case, insisting that he is fully committed to current band Medication.

Sepultura have pulled out of the UK leg of the Tattoo the Planet tour. However, all the other bands will carry on as previously arranged.

Judas Priest have confirmed that they will now start their postponed US tour in Los Angeles on January 18. The trek will last until February 17, finishing up in Washington. Special guests will be Anthrax.

Veteran Scottish prog rockers Pallas have lined up three UK dates. Catch them at Aberdeen Lemon Tree on October 19, Rotherham Oakwood Centre 20, London Mean Fiddler January 19.

Four members of Limp Bizkit are currently in the studio working with Swizz Beatz, the man with whom they co-wrote ‘Rollin’’. Frontman Fred Durst, DJ Lethal, drummer John Otto and bassist Sam Rivers have been busy with the Beatz, although what will come out of this collaboration – and why guitarist Wes Borland is missing – remains to be seen.

The full line-up for The Gods 2001 Festival has now been confirmed. It happens at Wigan Maximes on November 3 and 4. The list of bands is:

NOVEMBER 3 – Dare. Terry Brock, Emerald Rain, Jorn, House Of Shakira, Urban Talk, Pulse, Nexx and Boneyard Dogs.

NOVEMBER 4 - Bourgeois Pigs (featuring former Ozzy/Badlands guitarist Jake E. Lee), Bob Catley, Mitch Malloy, Jaime Kyle, Hush and Lost Weekend.

Dutch band The Gathering have started up their own label, Psychonaut Records. They hope to have an album out next year. They’ll be debuting five or six new songs on their upcoming tour of Holland.

One time Voivod bassist Blacky is currently searching for acts to sign to his label, Xvoto. Send demos, etc. to: Xvoto Records, 4800 Avenue DeLorimier, Suite 405, Montreal, Quebec, H2H 2B6, Canada. But be warned, you must have a techno, industrial or ambient approach.

Having just cried off the Pledge Of Allegiance tour, there are reports that Mudvayne will also be quitting the bill for the upcoming Ozzy/Rob Zombie tour. Dubbed ‘A Night Of Merry Mayhem’, this US trek kicks off on October 31. Right now, the Mud chaps are still very much part of the tour, but don’t be surprised if they’re replaced in the next couple of weeks.

Despite strong rumours, it would seem that legendary Danish metallers Mercyful Fate are alive and well. According to vocalist King Diamond, the band have even been working on new material, although given the frotnman’s commitment to his solo career for the first part of 2002, it may be some while before the Fate are reunited.

While their current album, ‘Revolution’, is getting the band considerable interest, Insolence are already in the planning stages for their next project, which will be a hip hop-oriented record, similar in style to their 1999 effort ‘Terrorists’. And the band are also celebrating the fact that current single ‘Poison Well’ will appear on the soundtrack of new movie ‘The Last Castle’.

Washington band Godhead have parted with drummer James O’Connor and are now auditioning potential replacements. If all goes to plan they’ll start an American tour with Pigface in November.

The Dirty Americans, the band who feature three former members of The Workhorse Movement, have just recorded seven more demo tracks. And if you wanna hear what two of them sound like, then go to www.dirtyamericans.co.uk, when you may download ‘Chico’ and ‘Superfree’.

Chicago band Stripping The Pistol have snapped drummer Joe Nunez, who has just quit Soulfly. The band caused a major stir earlier this year when they recorded a three-track demo with former Filter man Matt Walker behind the kit. Wanna know more? Tune in to Hammer & Doom on Monday, October 15 from 9pm to midnight (UK time).

Kid Rock will release his latest album through East West on November 19. The record was recorded at The Clarkston Chophouse and mixed at The Mix Room in Burbank, California. A number of guests appear on the record, including Snoop Dogg, Sheryl Crow, Eminemn and Atlantic Records boss Ahmet Ertegun.

“If the band are so very unhappy at the prospect of being involved with the DVD, then Earache will happily donate their royalties to a charity of their choice.” – Earache respond to Napalm Death’s attack on the imminent release of a DVD.

Subvert, Pale Horse, K-Line and Million Dead will be on the bill for the next TotalRock/Organ magazine/organart.com show at the King’s Head Live in Fulham. It happens on Thursday, October 18.

“If ya haven't jumped, you should!! Hands down the craziest sh.t ever!!!!!!” – Methods Of Mayhem’s Tommy Lee raves about skydiving.

The Rollins Band play in London at the Forum on October 16. And you could see the show for nothing. Tune in to the Breakfast Show with Julz & Dave every day this week from 7-9am (UK time) to find out more.

Entombed duo Jorgen Sandstrom (bass) and Peter Stjarnvind (drums) have teamed up with The Project Hate guitarist Kenth Philipson and Candlemass’s Leif Edling to start a new side project. As yet unnamed, the foursome will begin work as soon as possible on their debut album, which will be released in 2002 by Rise Above.

Sammy Hagar has been forced to postpone plans for birthday celebrations at his club in Mexico, Cabo Wabo, because of the affects of Hurricane Juliette which recently hit the region, Can Sam Lucas. Hagar is now hoping to rearrange the event early next year with the same line-up of acts, including Godsmack and Nickelback.

Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora have posted their version of ‘America the Beautiful’ online for download. Go to Bon Jovi’s official website at www.bonjovi.com.

Soulfly mainman Max Cavarela has been grabbed by the Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA to remix the track ‘Domestic Violence’ for an unspecified future project. The original of the song appeared on RZA’s ‘Digital Bullets’ album.

The Smashing Pumpkins will release a compilation album called ‘Rotten Apples’ on November 19. This will include the previously unreleased ‘Real Love’ and ‘Untitled’, the latter being the last track the band ever recorded, and a song you’ve heard on TotalRock. Early copies of ‘Rotten Apples’ will come with the bonus CD ‘Judas O’, which features rare Pumpkins tracks.

Mudvayne have dropped off the Pledge Of Allegiance tour. According to official sources, this is due to ‘personal reasons’, and internet reports allege that one of the band might be suffering from an addiction problem. As a result, American Head Charge will join the tour earlier than expected, while No One will remain on the bill for the whole trek.

They may have split up, but Earth Crisis are still rather active. Having just released the retrospective compilation album ‘1991–2001’, the band will have an accompanying DVD called ‘1991-2001. Forever True’ issued next month. This features all manner of footage from the vaults.

The Haunted and Witchery will be joined by Martyr AD and Catastrophic on their upcoming US tour. This kicks off on November 2 and lasts a month.

Veteran psychedelic loons Gong will be appearing in London at the King’s Cross Scala on December 20.

Skindred mainman Steev Esquivel will be Mighty Matt Mason’s special guest on Wednesday, October 10. Tune into the Metal Lunchbox from noon to 3pm (UK time) to hear the latest burblings from the ’Lab.

Limp Bizkit’s DJ Lethal will release his first solo album on the Lethal Dose label early next year. As yet untitled, it will feature a whole host of guests, including members of Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, Nine Inch Nails and the Stone Temple Pilots.

“I LOVE Brazil, and I LOVE the Brazilian people. I want to play here in the future.” – Yngwie’s keyboard player Derek Sherinian has second thoughts about his recent outburst against Brazil.

Soulfly have now confirmed the departure of drummer Joe Nunez, first mooted by TotalRock a few days ago. It now seems almost certain that original drummer Roy Mayorga will be returning to the fold, once he’s finished upcoming touring commitments with current band Medication.

Earache Records are to release a DVD of Napalm Death material – and it hasn’t gone down at all well with the band, who are now signed to Dream Catcher. Commenting on the release, Napalm frontman Barney Greenway says: “In light of the current non-existent relations between Earache Records and Napalm Death, we cannot endorse this DVD in any way, shape or form. It has not at any stage been put together with the assistance of Napalm Death members past or present.”

Slipknot have added another band to the bill for their upcoming UK tour. Joining Sweden’s In Flames and American Head Charge will be Downthesun, who are signed to Maggot Records, owned by guess who? Yes, nine men in boiler suits.

Fred Durst has decided not to go ahead with plans to direct the movie ‘Wannabe’. Apparently, he made the decision because of ‘creative differences’ with the production company. Well, that’s one less project for the hyperactive Bizkit mainman to worry about.

Fans of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal will flock to Rayners Hotel in Harrow on December 8 for a special night of nostalgia, which will be hosted by legendary Soundhouse guru Neal Kay. Tickets cost £10. For full details, e-mail: hmsoundhouse@hotmail.com. Or call 0208 202 3679 (evenings only)/0777 995 8806.

Corrosion of Conformity will hold a special screening of their upcoming ‘Live Volume: The Movie’ DVD at the in Raleigh, North Carolina on October 18. All profits from the event will go to benefit the Afghan Women's Mission.

TotalRock faves Powderfinger picked up four awards at the ARIA Awards, Australia’s equivalent of the Grammys. And Silverchair also walked out with a ‘gong’, picking up the ‘Channel V Band Of The Year’ award.

Black Label Society will release their new studio album in February. It’s called ‘Death War Machine Eternal’. Right now, BLS guitarist Zakk Wylde is busy working with Ozzy Osbourne, and he will be part of the latter’s touring band for the next few months.

Yngwie Malmsteen and his band were jeered during a show in Porto Alegra, Brazil. The reason? Fans took umbrage when they performed ‘The Star Spangled Banner’. Such was the animosity that this eventually led to a mini riot.

Foo Fighters bassist Nate Mendel has teamed up once more with former bandmate, drummer William Goldsmith in a new, unnamed project. The band are presently working on an album with producer Brad Wood in Seattle.

Onesidezero will replace Soil for the last leg of the upcoming ‘A Night Of Merry Mayhem’ tour in America. The Ozzy/RobZombie/Mudvayne shindig kicks off on Hallowe’en, with Soil occupying the opening slot. They’ll be replaced by onesidezero for most of the dates in December.

Acclaimed young American band Boys Hits Car will have an exclusive session they recorded for TotalRock aired on Monday, October 8 during Angelina’s Journey. Tune in from 6-9pm (UK time) when you can also hear an extensive interview with the band.

US punk stars New Found Glory have wasted little time in rescheduling their recently postponed British tour. Together with Fenix TX, they’re coming over to play six shows before Xmas. Catch them at Leeds Metropolitan University December 11, Newcastle University 12, Birmingham Academy 2 16, Nottingham Rock City 17, London Camden Electric Ballroom 19 and London Astoria 20.

Primer 55 guitarist Bobby Burns has teamed up with former Helmet drummer John Stainer (now with Tomahawk) to form a side project called Killer In The Work Place. So far, the band haven’t got off the ground, due to other commitments, but Stainer and Burns have found time to work together, with former guesting on the new Primer 55 album ‘(The) New Release’.

Filter mainman Richard Patrick has taken time out from working on the band’s new album ‘The Amalgamut’ to co-produce an EP for unsigned Portland, Oregon foursome Dualesc. Wanna hear it? Go to www.dualesc.com.

Weezer have confirmed that they intend to come over to the UK and Europe early in 2002 to play the shows they’ve just postponed. The band will now spend the rest of the year on the road in America. As to the reasons for the postponement of their British and Euro dates, that remains something of a mystery. Weezer have announced that is nothing to do with the current global crisis, but due to ‘other circumstances’.

Over the past seven days we’ve been asking you to vote on whether Black Sabbath should be elected to the Rock ’N’ Roll Hall Of Fame. The result? A whitewash, with everyone voting in the affirmative. So, let’s hope those with the voting power listen to TotalRock.

Slipknot will be spending nearly four weeks in Japan and Australia from November 14. They’ll be joined by American Head Charge.

Misfits will release a 17-track compilation on October 30. It’s called ‘Cuts From The Crypt’, and features essentially previously unreleased material, including the legendary ‘Mars Attacks’ demos, a cover of The Stooges’ ‘I Got A Right’ and a live version of Black Flag’s ‘Rise Above’, featuring Robo and Dez from the Flag.

Phallucy, the band featuring Deftones drummer Abe Cunningham are apparently planning to play some US shows from December 1 – 14 with Team Sleep. The irony is that the latter include Deftones vocalist Chino Moreno in their ranks.

Although nothing’s yet been confirmed, reports suggest that Soulfly might be facing the loss of drummer Joe Nunez and bassist Marcello D. Rapp. If this happens, the band will face finding replacements very quickly as they plan to start recording very shortly.

Jon Bon Jovi has delayed filming episodes of the hit sitcom ‘Ally McBeal’, in order to play benefit concerts to aid victims of the recent terrorist attack on New York. So fans will have to wait a little longer to laugh with the New Jersey rocker.

“To the people in Porto Alegra, you should be ashamed of yourselves. I don't give a f**k if I ever play your peasant infested third world city again.” – Yngwie Malmsteen keyboard player Derek Sherinian reacts to the fact that fans in this Brazilian city jeered when Yngwie played the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ at a show earlier this week.

Earthtone 9 have added Rabies Caste to the bill for their upcoming TotalRock-sponsored tour. See the pair, and Germany’s Thorn.Eleven at Brighton Pressure Point on October 9, Bristol Fleece & Firkin 10, Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms 11, Bradford Rio 12, Scunthorpe Baths Hall 13, Norwich Waterfront 14, Cleethorpes Beechcomber 15, Birmingham Irish Centre 16.

Kurt Cobain’s widow Courtney Love is taking legal action against Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic to try and get the ful rights to the Nirvana back catalogue. She’s already successfully injuncted the pair in order to stop them including the previously unreleased song ‘You Know You’re Right’ on a planned 45-track box set.

“He’s a genius, in a small body.” – Fast rising US band Flaw describe their producer – and Tool’s – Dave Bottrill.

Fast rising US death metallers Nile are currently working on their new album. So far, the band have written six songs for the as yet untitled album. These are ‘The Blessed Dead’, ‘Execration Text’, ‘Kheftiu Asar Butchiu’, ‘Sarcophagus’, ‘In Their Nighted Shrines’ and ‘Invocation To Sedetious Heresy’.

The reformed Geordie, featuring AC/DC vocalist Brian Johnson, have two more dates to play on their brief tour of the North East of England. These happen at South Shields Cellar Club October 5, Newcastle Heaton Buff’s Club 8.

Dark Tranquillity have been forced to temporarily replace drummer Anders Jivarp with Lefay’s Robin Engstrom for their Istanbul show on October 6. This is because the former has injured his wrist.

Biohazard guitarist Billy Graziadei has teamed up with Cleveland art rock singer Jen Bair in a new project called Blu, which is said to merge “the sinewave and the sawtooth, the organic and the mechanical”. Wanna know what that means? Check out www.experienceblu.com

Swedish black metallers Marduk have cancelled their American tour. The reason? Some of them have criminal records and therefore the band were refused visas at the US Embassy in Stockholm. This is despite the fact that the American Department Of Immigration had not only approved their visas, but thanked them for having the guts to come over at this turbulent time!

According to unconfirmed reports, Guns N’ Roses have cancelled their UK and European tour for the second time this year. If this is the case, then we can only wait with bated breath to see what happens in 2002 with Axl and the chaps. As soon as anything is made official, we’ll let you know.

Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo will be featured on the self-titled, debut album from Superjoint Ritual, the band also including guitarist Jimmy Bower (of Eyehategod and Crowbar fame). Expect a release on Relapse in late January.

After nearly six years of inactivity it looks like Down - the supergroup featuring members of Pantera, Crowbar and Eyehategod – are ready to record their long overdue second album. TotalRock understands the band might even be in the studio by the end of October. Stand by for further bulletins.

Nine Inch Nails will release a CD, DVD and video – all titled ‘And All You Could Have Been’ – on December 4. They were recorded and filmed on the band’s recent ‘Fragile 2.0’ tour. The CD will have 16 tracks, while the DVD and video will have 18.

Veteran Birmingham melodic rockers Shy will release a five-track mini album called ‘Breakaway’ on Z Records early in November. This is the prelude to a new full studio album, ‘Back In Business’, due to be issued early next year.

Def Leppard are keen to hear what fans wanna title their next record. And you never know, they might use one of your suggestions. If you want to get in on the naming act, then go to www.defleppard.com, where you’ll find all the relevant details.

Autonomy will be hitting the road next month, following the release of their self-titled, debut album through Earache on November 12. Catch them with Number One Son at: Tunbridge Wells Forum November 11, London Borderline 12, Wolverhampton Little Civic 13, Exeter Cavern Club 14, Bristol Fleece & Firkin 15, Sheffield Corporation 16, Oxford Zodiac 17, Southampton Joiners Arms 18, Leicester Charlotte 19, Manchester University 20, Liverpool Lomax 21. Autonomy will also do own dates at Rugby Regency Club November 8, Stoke Rigger 22, Banbury Hobson’s Choice 24, Leamington Spa Kelly’s 29, Coventry Colloseum 30.

Def Leppard are to record a song with Swedish pair Andreas Carlsson and Per Aldeheim, who are known for their work with the Backstreet Boys and N Sync! But, the Lepps assure their fans they ain’t going to metamorphose into a boy band.

“I wasn’t drunk – just stupid!” – Powergod’s Riff Randall explains why he fell offstage at a show recently.

American crew Systematic are looking for a new drummer. If you think you might fit the bill, then send a VHS tape of yourself in action, plus as much biographical material as possible, to: Systematic, c/o RSMA, Inc. 8981 Sunset Blvd Ste. 102, Los Angeles, CA 90069, USA.

Limp Bizkit mainman Fred Durst has entered the season of goodwill earlier than most. In the light of recent events in America, he has decided to extend the hand of friendship to those whom he has verbally battered in the past. This includes Trent Reznor, Slipknot, Eminem, Creed’s Scott Stapp and Christina Aguilera. Fair brings a tear to the eyes.

Iced Earth will join Megadeth for part of the latter’s current US tour, starting on October 20. The power metal veterans, though, will not be part of the revamped Judas Priest/Anthrax trek, which hits the road in the States during late January. This is because of their commitment to tour Europe, a visit that will include a first ever British show in London on January 20, at a venue yet to be confirmed.

Veteran Goths The Mission will release their first album for new label Oblivion on November 5. It’s called ‘Aura’ and was co-produced by the band’s Wayne Hussey with Dave Allen. The British crew are currently finishing off a short tour of Germany, Switzerland and Austria supporting HIM.

Irish rockers Therapy? will be Diamond Dave’s special guests on Wednesday, October 3. Tune in from 6-9pm (UK time) to hear the Irish music summit.

Influential Florida technical death metallers Atheist are thought to be seriously considering a possible reunion, which will see them play shows in America and Europe. And the band’s three albums from the 1990s are all to be re-issued.

Norwegian black metallers Old Man’s Child are expected to start work soon on a new album. Mainman Galder wil get stuck into this project as soon as his commitments with Dimmu Borgir allow. Fans can expect the latter’s drummer Nick Barker to appear on the record, along with guitarist Jardar, who was a member of OMC in their early days.

Vanilla Ice will release a double CD called ‘Bi-Polar’ later this month. It will have one rock-oriented CD, ‘Skabz’, and one heading into hip hop, ‘Bomb Tha System’. Co-produced by Steve Evetts and Professor Griff, it features guests appearances from members of Insane Clown Posse and the Wu-Tang Clan, plus Billy Milano of SOD and Medication drummer Roy Mayorga.

Swedish stars Entombed have scotched rumours that they’ve scrapped their participation in a ballet next year. The band have confirmed they’ll perform a 30-minute set at the Royal Opera Hall in Stockholm, surrounded by 30 ballet dancers. The event is called ‘Unreal Estate’.

Dragonlord, the band featuring Testament guitarist Eric Petersen, will play a special show in San Francisco on November 17. All proceeds will go to former Death/Testament guitarist James Murphy, who has been diagnosed as having a brain tumour.

Soil are the latest band to join the Ozzy/Rob Zombie/Mudvayne tour, which is now being called ‘A Night Of Merry Mayhem’. The four acts will start touring in America on Hallowe’en, finishing up on New Year’s Eve.

Weezer are the latest US band to cancel their plans to tour the UK and Europe. This, yet again, because of the current global crisis.

US band God Forbid will join Opeth and Katatonia for their short tour of the UK and Ireland in December. They’ll then hook up with Labrat for a co-headlining tour of Britain.

Journey, REO Speedwagon and Styx will play two charity shows later this month, in honour of the victims of the terrorist strike on September 11. Called Volunteers For America, the gigs happen in Atlanta on October 20 and Dallas the next night, with Bad Company and Lynyrd Skynyrd also involved.

Cypress Hill have been forced to cancel their Smoke Out Festival date in Oakland, California. It was supposed to happen on October 13, but this clashes with a baseball game featuring the Oakland As, who have priority at the venue, Network Associates Coliseum. The festival will now happen on October 6 at Devore, California, when Cypress Hill will not only be joined by Deftones and the Smoke Out touring party, but also by the bands on the Road Rage trek, namely Machine Head, Fear Factory, Chimaira and Ill Nino.

Swedish black metallers Dark Funeral have thrown out a challenge to Slipknot: they’ll play with them anytime, anywhere and blow them offstage. Dark Funeral frontman Emperor Magus Caligula told TotalRock that he believed his band to be far heavier than Slipknot and they’re ready to prove it. So, over to Iowa…

The reformed Celtic Frost are planning to press ahead with recording a new album. There was some doubt as to whether they would go into the studio together. However, bassist/vocalist Thomas Gabriel Fischer, the man formerly known as Tom G. Warrior, has confirmed to TotalRock that there will be an album in 2002.

Master bassist Billy Sheehan has revealed to TotalRock that he would love to tour again with David Lee Roth. As he releases his debut solo album, ‘Compression’, Sheehan said that there had been moves to reunited the ‘Eat ’Em And Smile’ DLR line-up, and that guitarist Steve Vai plus drummer Gregg Bissonette were also interested in the idea. However, things seem to have foundered so far on David Lee Roth himself. But don’t rule this out happening sooner rather than later.

HTP, the Hughes Turner Project, are likely to release their self-titled debut album early next year on Pony Canyon Records in Japan – so far this is only label deal signed by Glenn Hughes and Joe Lynn Turner (respectively the ‘H’ and ‘T’). The album will include at least one special guest in guitarist John Sykes. And fans can look forward to tours in the US, UK and Europe and Japan in 2002.

David Coverdale is currently writing and rehearsing material for a new solo album. There’s no news yet on when he’ll begin recording, but TotalRock understands that he will duet on one song with former Deep Purple bandmate Glenn Hughes.

Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine is again reaching for the sky. With the idea of a supergroup involving members of Metallica and Megadeth still ongoing. Mustaine is now proposing arguably the ultimate metal tour, featuring Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Pantera. Now if this happens, it would have TotalRock’s complete backing.

Hot young American band Factory 81 have signed to Jive Records, which should see their current album (‘Mankind’) released in the UK by Music For Nations. Factory 81 have been extensively featured by TotalRock.

Magnum have signed a record deal with SPV. Fans can expect their comeback album, ‘The Breath Of Life’, to be released early in 2002, followed by a lengthy bout of touring.

Limp Bizkit will release both a remix album, called ‘Remizkit’, and a DVD before Christmas. The former will include remixes done by DJ Premiere, Timberland, Fred Durst, DJ Lethal, Wes Borland, The Neptunes, William Orbit and Josh Abraham. The DVD will include all of Limp Bizkit’s videos to date, plus lots of unseen footage.

“We don’t wanna come over to Britain, because we’re scared Nessie will eat us up.” – Dark Funeral’s Emperor Magus Caligula gives the most ludicrous excuse in years for Dark Funeral failing to play any dates in the UK. Not since Motley Crue and snow on the roof…