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“Map of Metal” Website Features Comprehensive Tour of Heavy Metal Genres

Posted on March 25, 2013 by gearsofrock

Here is a pretty cool site that features a map of heavy metal – it’s called “Map of Metal” – that includes explanations and examples of all the different sub-genres. Like Dante Alighieri in hell, you can travel to every … Continue reading →

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Jim Carrey Mocks Redneck Right with Country Ditty

Posted on March 25, 2013 by gearsofrock

This is not hard rock or heavy metal, but it’s entertaining nonetheless. This is a music video featuring comedian/actor Jim Carrey putting in his two cents on the gun control issue in the U.S. Cold Dead Hand with Jim Carrey … Continue reading →

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Top Metal News of Week – May 18-25, 2012

Posted on May 25, 2012 by gearsofrock

Here is the Gears of Rock’s weekly recap of hard rock and heavy metal news for the May 18-25: “Legendary Child” is the newest single by legendary Boston hard rockers Aerosmith. From the upcoming studio album Music From Another Dimension and soundtrack to … Continue reading →

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Roadrunner Records Employees Facing US and International Layoffs

Posted on April 27, 2012 by gearsofrock

Billboard reports that the legendary hard music record label Roadrunner Records is facing layoffs primarily in oversees offices. Here is an excerpt from the article: In a changing of the guard at Roadrunner Records, founder/CEO Cees Wessels is leaving the … Continue reading →

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Dick Clark Dead At 82

Posted on April 18, 2012 by gearsofrock

American Bandstand host and host of countless New Years Eves’ celebrations Dick Clark has died at 82 years old from a massive heart attack according to TMZ.

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2012 Hard Rock Hall of Fame Inductees

Posted on April 14, 2012 by gearsofrock

Checkout the ten bands inducted into the Gears of Rock’s Hall of Fame in 2012. You will only find the greatest in hard rock and heavy metal in this hall of fame. Don’t worry Axl, you didn’t make the cut…yet. … Continue reading →

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Breaking News: Motley Crue Live At The Hard Rock Hotel, Talk of Las Vegas Residency

Posted on November 30, 2011 by gearsofrock

According to Robin Leach of the Las Vegas Sun, Motley Crue is set to become the first heavy metal band to ever take up residency in a Las Vegas hotel.  Look for a special announcement on Piers Morgan’s CNN show … Continue reading →

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"Guitar Hero Metallica" Confirmed For 2009 Release

Posted on December 16, 2008 by gearsofrock

Metallica has officially announced and confirmed a 2009 release of an “all Metallica” Guitar Hero game which will include the full band in the style of Guitar Hero World Tour and Rock Band. GH Metallica is expected to have 28 … Continue reading →

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Miscellaneous Rock Links: Ozzy Turns 60, Metallica Supports Sewing, Zombie for Halloween II…

Posted on December 3, 2008 by gearsofrock

Milestone of the Day: Ozzy Osbourne turns 60 years old. Hey, there may not be too much rocking left, so you better catch him while you still can [contactmusic.com]. Rumor of the Day: Rob Zombie might be up for directing … Continue reading →

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Miscellaneous Rock Links: Phil Misses Pantera, Metallica's Internet Album, Top 10 Car Tracks…

Posted on November 26, 2008 by gearsofrock

1. In an interview with Antiquiet, Phil Anselmo misses Pantera, wonders if Dimebag Darrell would still be here if it weren’t for the media’s portrayal of the band’s split, and affirms that he’s “f*ckin’ stronger than f*ckin’ most f*ckin’ men” … Continue reading →

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