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‘I’M SO F#@KIN PROUD’ … As ex-MTV Veejay and Cathouse founder Riki Rachtman’s career winds down, here is an extensive Metal Sludge exclusive 

“I played in Knoxville. The venue was massive – probably over 1,000 capacity – and 85 people showed up!” — Riki Rachtman on his One Foot in the Gutter Tour LOS ANGELES – His fascinating life a series of wild ups and downs, Riki Rachtman plans to go out with a bang. He’s expected to perform what figures to be

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TUFF TOUR NEWS … Stevie Rachelle announces European Summer Tour with SHAMELESS and TUFF hits “Whisky” in Hollywood on August 23rd

Metal Sludge — The wait is over… SHAMELESS will hit the road in Europe this summer with Stevie Rachelle fronting the band. SHAMELESS last toured with Rachelle back in the summer of 2017, and while there were some tentative plans since, the Covid years put a kibosh on that. Now it’s 2024, and SHAMELESS will play several dates in their

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METAL HOF … Inductees include Mick Mars, Sebastian Bach, Carlos Cavazo, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Whisky-A-Go-Go, Biohazard, Cleopatra Records along with Host Eddie Trunk

LOS ANGELES, California — The 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala have just announced their 2024 inductees. The list includes bands, rock stars, music venues, record labels, and a radio host. We have shared the official press release as found below. ————————- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: EDDIE TRUNK, MICK MARS, SEBASTIAN BACH, TIM “RIPPER” OWENS, CARLOS CAVAZO, PENELOPE SPHEERIS, BIOHAZARD,

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RIP … Mikeal Maglieri Rainbow Bar & Grill and Whisky-A-Go-Go owner, Dead at 73

Metal Sludge — Sad news from Hollywoo order zudena online in the best USA pharmacy physiciansalliance.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/wiki/wiki-zudena.html no prescription with fast delivery drugstore d California as we share reports of the sudden passing of Mikeal Maglieri. Maglieri was the son of legendary Rainbow Bar & Grill and Whisky-A-Go-Go owner and founder Mario Maglieri who passed away in May of 2017. Maglieri

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ALIVE & KICKING … Donnie Vie: “For the last 39 days I’ve had a Pounding Migraine that became Disabling… my Body was Severely Dehydrated, and Lacking in Vitamins” (Health Update)

“B4 a stupid rumor gets out of control, for the last 39 days I’ve had a pounding migraine that became disabling.” — Donnie Vie Metal Sludge — We have an update about our late yesterday’s Breaking News post Ex-Enuff Z’Nuff singer Donnie Vie requires Medical Attention from Paramedics at “Vamp’d” night-club in Vegas It appears that Donnie Vie forgot to

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LIVE on SUNSET … Blackboard Jungle jam with BulletBoys singer at their final Viper Room show while Zebra fills the Whisky-A-Go-Go to capacity

“Our manager, the late Kim Fowley, told us we needed to sing about our generation that moved out after GNR.” — Blackboard Jungle bassist Britt Pennella “I can’t even believe that the band is still alive. I’m the youngest, and I’m 68” — Randy Jackson of Zebra “‘I order buspar online in the best USA pharmacy https://coffee.net/generated/code/Infortis/wiki/wiki-buspar.html no prescription with fast

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LIVE REVIEW … Original glam kings Angel return to Los Angeles, as fans go wild

“I’m ageless. Wait till you see me play tonight.” Punky Meadows LOS ANGELES – Still regarded as one of Rock’s pioneering Glam bands, Angel played a rare comeback concert Friday at The Whisky, and loyal fans went absolutely crazy for poster-boy guitarist Punky Meadows and legendary singer Frank DiMino.  Both sounded great, as four backing musicians – like the leaders

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SUNSET STRIP … Whisky & Rainbow host extended weekend featuring L.A. Guns, Faster Pussycat, Geoff Tate, Lizzy Borden, Enuff Z’Nuff & The Zeros

“The rock scene is still alive and still good for me and good for Faster Pussycat.” — Taime Downe “It is wonderful to be back here, and I’m always proud of The Zeros.” — Sammy Serious “The first Enuff Z’Nuff was a great band. I miss them every day.” — Chip Z’Nuff LOS ANGELES – The rock scene in Hollywood

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