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FREIGHT TRAIN INVASION … Nitro’s Jim Gillette: “I was approached by Dana Strum about singing with Vinnie, before they had Mark Slaughter”

Brave Words — In the latest episode of the 80’s Glam metal Podcast. host Metal Mike catches up with  Jim Gillette from Nitro. They revisit Nitro’s classic debut, O.F.R., Gillette’s influences, and reveals why the Nitro reunion that began to take shape in 2016 fizzled out. Nitro was launched in 1988 featuring Gillette, guitarist Michael Angelo Batio, bassist T. J. Racer and drummer Bobby Rock. Nitro released thier debut album, O.F.R. in 1989. The second[…]

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GUT-LESS HYPOCRITE … Stryper’s Michael Sweet takes shots at certain “Rock Stars” but won’t name names; Fans suggest he’s attacking Vince Neil

Metal Sludge — In a new post on social media Stryper singer Michael Sweet has made some comments about certain “rock stars” and how they have let their-self go and cannot perform. Sweet posted a lengthy rant writing: “I’ve never understood how certain bands can achieve the success that they have and continue to thrive when it seems that they they could care less. Or they’ve lost their abilities all together. Why do people/fans continue[…]

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NO THANKS … John Corabi confirms turning down singer auditions for both Skid Row and Britny Fox

Sleazeroxx — Ex-Mötley Crüe and The Dead Daisies frontman John Corabi was recently interviewed by Chuck Shute for the Chuck Shute Podcast. during which he revealed being asked to audition for both Skid Row and Britny Fox. Wikipedia states the following: “Bolan claimed in 2020 interview on the Chuck Shute Podcast that, before settling with Bach on vocals, then-future Mötley Crüe singer John Corabi auditioned for Skid Row. The band began playing shows in clubs[…]

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ALL RISE … L.A. Guns founder Tracii Guns files suit against former drummer Steve Riley for Trademark Infringement

ALL RISE L.A. Guns founder Tracii Guns files suit against former drummer Steve Riley for Trademark Infringement       LOS ANGELES, California — Metal Sludge has been given a tip that L.A. Guns will be battling L.A. Guns in the L.A. Courts. In a brand new lawsuit, band founder Tracii Guns has filed a Trademark Infringement suit against former drummer Steve Riley. According to our source, the suit was in the works for sometime since Riley[…]

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SWITCH BITCH … Scotty Griffin dumps Bass for Lead Guitar and joins new Steve Riley lineup of L.A. Guns

SWITCH BITCH Scotty Griffin dumps Bass for Lead Guitar and joins new Steve Riley lineup of L.A. Guns    BRAVEWORDS — Speaking exclusively to BraveWords scribe Aaron Small, Griffin – who was a member of L.A. Guns from 2007 to 2009, and again from 2011 to 2014 – admits that he was surprised when he got the call from Steve Riley to join this new version of LAG. “Yes, definitely. I hadn’t heard from Steve for[…]

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BREAKIN’ THE LAW … Thieves steal $50,000 worth of gear from storage unit belonging to Ex-Scorpions drummer James Kottak

BREAKIN’ THE LAW Thieves steal $50,000 worth of gear from storage unit belonging to Ex-Scorpions drummer James Kottak   Bravewords — Former Scorpions drummer James Kottak has revealed in a number of Facebook postings that he had over $50,000 worth of gear stolen from his storage unit. According to Kottak, a number of leather/stage clothing, over 13 guitars, and all his Gold and Platinum album awards were stolen. If anyone has any information on please Kottak[…]

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WORLDWIDE … Jizzy Pearl inks Frontiers Music Srl deal and U.K. spring tour announced

WORLDWIDE Jizzy Pearl inks Frontiers Music Srl deal and U.K. spring tour announced   BraveWords —  Jizzy Pearl (Love/Hate, Ratt, L.A. Guns) has signed a worldwide deal with Frontiers Music Srl for the release a brand new full-length album. Jizzy Pearl has been a fixture on the world famous rock scene of The Sunset Strip in L.A. and beyond since his band Love/Hate released their debut album, Blackout In The Red Room, in 1990. Since[…]

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GUNS N’ STEVEN? Rumors circulating Adler could join GNR for shows >Video<

GUNS N’ STEVEN? Rumors circulating Adler could join GNR for shows Bravewords — On June 18th, footage was shot of former Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler practicing “Paradise City” (see below), leading to speculation that he will at least make a guest appearance on the band’s upcoming reunion tour. It seems plausible given that according to a previous report from prominent rock journalist Mick Wall, Adler actually rehearsed with Guns N’ Roses to perform at[…]

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