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1. Shameless

   31.Aug.07, 18:02 EDT
   
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   Originally a German based band led by guitarist Alexx Michael and B.C. Shameless would none the less come to world attention by way of the May 1999 Gilby Clarke produced debut album which featured a veritable roll call of Los Angeles stars as guests. The original Munich based Shameless had broken up in 1991 but conversations between Michael and KISS drummer Eric Singer resurrected the project with an all new slant. Included alongside Michael, Singer and German guitar player B.C. were Tuff man Stevie Rachelle, Pretty Boy Floyd's Steve Summers, Tracii Guns of L.A. Guns, Bruce Kulick of Union and KISS, ex-Stryper man Robert Sweet and Brian Tichy of Slash's Snakepit, Foreigner and Ozzy Osbourne. Keri Kelli of Ratt would also figure in the songwriting role. A cover version of the KISS tune 'Flaming Youth' would also make an appearance on the tribute album 'KISS Deutschland'. The band's 2000 follow up album, 'Queen 4 A Day', also included L.A. Guns drummer Steve Riley, Warrant Jani Lane and guitarist Keri Kelli. The album was notable for the inclusion of the track 'American Man', written by Gene Simmons and the Black n' Blue duo of Jamie St. James and Tommy Thayer. Shameless toured Europe in 2000 utilising the talents of Bruce Kulick. Shameless also cut another straight KISS cover in 'Tomorrow', a track that was also donated to the Kiss Army on line homage 'Creatures Of The Net'. Plans would be unveiled for Shameless, promoting a new studio album 'Splashed' for the AOR Heaven label, to act as special guests to Tuff on proposed October 2002 UK shows. Both Steve Summers and Stevie Rachelle would revisit their roles as guest vocalists for 'Splashed'. Drums on the album came courtesy of Kari Kane and Warrant's Mike Fasano. A live album, 'The Shameless Super Hardcore Show', was projected for mid 2003 release. Included would be covers of The Monkees 'Daydream Believer' and the Rolling Stones 'Start Me Up'. A previously unreleased Shameless track, 'Realise', would be included on the 2004 Perris Records compilation 'Hollywood Hairspray III'. Shameless returned this April with a brandnew album called Famous 4 Madness and a successful tour all over Europe! http://www.shamelessrock.com www.moli.com/shameless

2. The Druts

   30.Aug.07, 23:03 EDT
   
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   The Druts The Druts, pronounced (The Dr-oo-ts), is Chuck Garric on bass and Vocals, Chris Latham on Guitars and Tod Burr Drums. Influenced by Budweiser, Motorhead and Biker fests. The Druts deliver Loud American Rock & Roll. http://www.chuckgarric.com/druts.html

3. Fastback

   30.Aug.07, 23:02 EDT
   
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   Fastback FASTBACK is a mini super group of sorts. Okay, so maybe not a super group, but they are super, and ready to rock! What is their sound? Well, if you take some old LA Guns, early Faster Pussycat, throw in some Shotgun Messiah, and add in a bit of newer edge, and you get FASTBACK. Their debut “The Pain of Beauty” has gotten killer reviews and has current spins on XM Radio. Founded & fronted by singer/guitarist Michael Thomas (Ex. Beautiful Creatures, Adler’s Appetite, Engines of Aggression) & Brian Saunders (Ex. Bang Tango, GIVE, Hair of the Dog) the band is virgin new to touring, but the players have already been to Japan, Europe and across America while playing rolls in a half dozen other National Recording acts. The band is rounded out with bassist Jamie Keane (NYC’s Vexy Strut, Tattooed Millionaires) and drummer Tod “T” Burr (Drum whore extraordinaire).

4. Freedom Under X-ray

   30.Aug.07, 23:01 EDT
   
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   Freedom Under X-ray Formed Orange County, CA "Freedom Under X-Ray" a.k.a F.U.X. provide the rock/punk style of music that is the new cutting edge for today's music scene. Formally known as "Mel-Ting-Pot" re-arranged the band "Freedom Under X-Ray" after the original guitarist Eddie Went to vocals and Chris the original singer for MP went to guitars, now hotter than ever. Together for 8 years band members Eddie Figlioli ("Eroc" Ð Lead vocals), Chris Lillie ("Lil" Ð Guitar), Devin Baker (Bass), and Todd Burr ("T.M." Ð Drums) are all seeing their dreams of a recording contract getting closer. Due to release a double-sided single in early summer. Keep your eyes open for this up and coming bands debut album due to be released in the late summer called "American Issues." All star line up featuring Darrell Brown as our Producer, Juan Croucier as Engineer, and Mike Dumas-Mixing. Crushing sound coming out of our sessions. www.moli.com/fux www.fux1.com www.myspace.com/fux

5. King Con

   30.Aug.07, 23:00 EDT
   
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   King Con Outrageous, ribald, awesome, sophomoric, unbridled debauchery, drunken frat rock. All words that have become associated with KING CON. Call it what you will, but let's just say that they are a really kickass band! But don't take our word for it. Come see them live and you will be initiated into the fraternity; a permanent member of the ongoing party. Whether it be the alcohol fueled comic repartee of front man King Con, or wrestling matches between the official band mascot,"Cornelius the Gorilla", and the infamous "Masked Man", the onstage antics of KING CON have already become legendary. http://www.king-con.com www.moli.com/kingcon

6. Madlife

   30.Aug.07, 23:00 EDT
   
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   Madlife Madlife: is as harsh as the world we live in. Madlife is what everything else isn’t – cool. There is no whining in this band’s audio assault. Inside Madlife's music you’ll find powerful vocals, aggressive guitars, and industrial sounding technology. Bands such as Ministry, White Zombie, NIN, KMFDM, and more recently Rammstein and Static X have helped to influence the creations of Madlife. Madlife has released a 7-song EP that was recorded and produced by the highly respected Stoker (Sting, Ice Cube). Currently Madlife and Stoker are in the studio working to bring you a second CD, and this CD will be even more powerful than the first. Madlife has already released the song "Angry" as a single, and it’s being played on radio stations across the United States. If you thought the songs on the first Madlife CD were hard to get out of your head, wait until you hear what’s next. Madlife is also working on putting together a U.S. and European tour for later this year. Until then, Madlife will continue to captivate people with their powerful live shows. Madlife has been able to play with such bands as Adema, Kottonmouth Kings, and Prong. www.moli.com/madlife www.madlifemusic.com www.myspace.com/madlife

7. Motley Priest

   30.Aug.07, 22:58 EDT
   
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   Motley Priest Heavy Metal cover band featuring Stevie Rachelle. Motley Priest does covers of 80's metal songs from Motley Crue to Judas Priest to Kiss to Ozzy. Click here for official website

8. Substance D

   30.Aug.07, 22:57 EDT
   
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   Substance D substAnce D was formed in Los Angeles in 1992. Then known as Black, their self-titled debut was released in Europe in 1994. Black was a two year record in the making. Guitarist Michael Parnin daylights as a sound engineer who has worked with such bands as Marilyn Manson, Limp Bizkit and Coal Chamber. So Parnin would stay late at work, wait until everyone else left and then invite the rest of the guys to whatever studio he was working at to record. Most of Black was done at about 3 am in the morning on someone else's booked studio time. Originally thought of as just some rough demos, it was these recordings that got released in Europe and eventually put out by FAD records in late 1998 as Black under the new band name substAnce D. FAD quietly released the album, to get the name out and had them tour with label mates, Pissing Razors. Afterwards, they got them in the studio (legitimately) to work on a new album. http://www.myspace.com/substancedband

9. Tuff

   30.Aug.07, 22:56 EDT
   
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   Tuff Hundreds of shows played, thousands of miles traveled and one hell of a wild ride. Thanks to the new age of video a lot of tuffs career and dozens of shows have been documented. Tuff went on to release 2 CDs through major labels (Atlantic/Titanium & BMG/Mausoleum), 3 CDs on their own label R.L.S. Records. Along with 3 killer Tuff home videos that show what a band really goes through day in and day out. All of this along with tour T-shirts and a few other items can still be purchased through this web page & fan club. Click here for official website