Riki Rachtman: Connection of DIMEBAG's Murder & Randy Blythe's Murder Charges + Feud With Mustaine!

David Alan "Riki" Rachtman can be blamed for helping to revitalize the Heavy Music scene in the 90s. Every Saturday night in the early 1990's, there was a wonderful show called Headbangers Ball, hosted by Rachtman, that highlighted the heaviest, most intense and popular Heavy Music bands in the music scene.

Not only did Rachtman host MTV's Headbangers Ball during its prime era, but he has also been an ambassador to Hard Rock and Heavy Metal ever since. At present time,  Rachtman hosts a NASCAR-themed radio show called Racing Rocks (heard on over 120 stations across America) and Nascar 24/7 Live. While Rachtman is not actively working in the Heavy Music scene today, he is still a huge fan of our music.

Recently, Rachtman called out Mustaine for treating him differently depending on the situation. When Mustaine and Rachtman would hang out, Mustaine acted like a friend. But when Mustaine was alone, he would talk smack about Rachtman in public (read more HERE).

Since we all love to hear about Mustaine's controversial ways, we decided to get Rachtman on the phone and let him explain exactly what happened. During a very honest interview, all of a sudden we started discussing the untimely death of "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott (whose 8th death anniversary is today) and the connection of such a horrible incident with the current legal battle that LAMB OF GOD's Randy Blythe is currently facing.

Without further due, here is our exclusive interview with Riki Rachtman.



Join us tonight:

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Horns Up Rocks' "TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates) - 9/19/2012 Edition!

Today more than ever before, people want their information fast and presented to them in an original form. While we always strive to bring you the most up to date Heavy Music news and tour updates, we understand that many of you are busy with your own personal lives and lets face it: our generation are lazy readers.

Last week, we premiered a brand NEW series called "TURN THE PAGE". The concept is very simple, we want to bring you guys the most relevant up to date Heavy Music news and tour information in a video format. While we select what we believe is the most important information and post it here on a daily basis, keep in mind that our main platform (www.HornsUpRocks.com) is the place where you can get the majority of the information you need.

Without further due, here is the second installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 9/19/2012 edition. We hope you enjoy it!



Full details on all the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen below.

Related links:
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NEWS:
Cancellation of Headbangers Ball
Wolfgang Van Halen Joins Tremonti Project
DOWN Release NEW EP & Kickoff Tour
NEW SOUNDGARDEN Album
Metal Hammer Germany Award Show
Century Media Lawsuit For Illegal Downloaders
DragonForce's NEW Video For "Seasons"
50 Years Of Marshall Amps Wembley Concert
VH1's "America's Hard 100" Countdown Poll

TOURS:
GOD FORBID, SHADOWS FALL, THY WILL BE DONE Tour
REVOCATION Tour, NEW EP, NEW Bassist
CLUTCH's Holiday Shows

1 Year Since The BIG 4 Dominated New York City's Yankee Stadium - Video Recap Available!

One year ago, Heavy Metal history was written when the Big Four of Heavy Metal: Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax, took over the legendary field of dreams known as Yankee Stadium. Horns Up Rocks was there to capture the madness! Check out our extensive video special featuring live footage of the concert, interviews, Anthrax's press conference, amazing pictures and more!



Video and Photo credit: Steve Lars from Creative Ventures International & Steve Lars on Facebook

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Slayer
Megadeth
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MTV Responds To Allegations That 'Headbangers Ball' Is Being Cancelled - Statement Available!

As previously reported, Jose Mangin (Sirius XM) exclusively told us that the folks behind MTV2.com are shutting down Headbangers Ball for good. In response, MTV released the following statement to SPIN:

"MTV is committed to the 'Headbangers Ball' franchise and can confirm that it will continue as an online destination with its hub remaining on MTV2.com. The company's deal with Jose Mangin has concluded. However, MTV will continue to program a weekly playlist for fans of the genre."

Our guess is that they will have music video playlists on their online platform. Isn't that what YouTube is for?

Thankfully, Jose has announced the formation of Hard Attack TV! Hard Attack TV will take Jose's vision to a whole new level of confidence and power! While it will pick up from where HIS Headbangers Ball was left off, Hard Attack TV will offer viewers all over the world a variety of super fresh programming. What type of programming? Well, here is an exclusive interview we conducted with Jose at the recent PHILM show at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey, where Jose spills it all out. Check it out and spread the word!



Related links:
HEADBANGERS BALL
LIQUID METAL

Jose Mangin Announces The Demise Of MTV's Headbangers Hall & The Birth Of Hard Attack TV!

After keeping the torch burning strong for many years, Jose Mangin (Sirius XM) exclusively told us that the folks behind MTV2.com are shutting down Headbangers Ball for good. Since Jose understands the importance of the show, he decided to create a NEW source for the headbanging community. Thanks Jose!

Hard Attack TV will take Jose's vision to a whole new level of confidence and power! While it will pick up from where Headbangers Ball was left off, Hard Attack TV will offer viewers all over the world a variety of super fresh programming. What type of programming? Well, here is an exclusive interview we conducted with Jose at the recent PHILM show at Dingbatz in Clifton, New Jersey, where Jose spills it all out. Check it out and spread the word!



Related links:
HEADBANGERS BALL
LIQUID METAL

Golden Gods: The History of Heavy Metal Exhibit - Virtual Tour & Interviews (Starring: Phil Soussan, Jose Mangin & Dean Schachtel)

On Tuesday, April 11, 2012, the GRAMMY Museum® in cooperation with Revolver Magazine, debutted a major NEW exhibition, called: Golden Gods: The History of Heavy Metal.  Through rare artifacts from iconic Metal bands and interactive experiences, the exhibit is a lesson about the origins of Heavy Metal, its many sub-genres, the bands that made Heavy Metal famous and offer a look into the controversy that has surrounded the genre for the past four decades.


This historical event was launched on the same day as the REVOLVER Golden Gods Award Show, which took place next door at Club Nokia at L.A. This is the first major museum exhibition to explore Heavy Metal in America, and the genre’s impact across the globe.  Visitors will enjoy a wide-array of items, including:

\m/ Handwritten lyrics and sketches from Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister;
\m/ Several wardrobe pieces, from acts like Black Sabbath and Gwar;
\m/ Stage props from bands such as Alice Cooper, Iron Maiden, Slayer and more;
\m/ An interactive “scream booth,” designed to introduce Metal vocal technique;
\m/  Several famous guitars including Chuck Schuldiner’s (DEATH) B.C. Rich Stealth;
\m/ Concert posters,  tour books and fan memorabilia

We were there to witness this amazing moment for OUR music. During our visit to the first-ever museum devoted to Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, we had our camera's rolling in order to show you a virtual tour of the museum. We also had the chance to chat with Phil Soussan (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE, RONNIE JAMES DIO, BILLY IDOL, VINCE NEIL BAND & More), Jose Mangin (Sirius XM, Headbangers Ball, Latination) and Dean Schachtel (DIO's right hand man). Grab a cold one and get ready to witness Heavy Music history!



WHO:              

- Bob Santelli, Executive Director, The GRAMMY Museum
- Ali Stuebner, Registrar, The GRAMMY Museum
- Kait Stuebner, Co-curator, Golden Gods: The History of Heavy Metal
- Andie Cox, Co-curator, Golden Gods: The History of Heavy Metal

WHEN:             

Exhibit runs April 11, 2012 to February, 2013

WHERE:           

The GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite A245
Los Angeles, CA 90015

(Near the corner of Figueroa Street and Olympic Boulevard, one block from STAPLES Center)

Related links:
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Randy Blythe From Lamb Of God Interviewed On Headbangers Ball - Video Available!

The latest episode of Headbangers Ball on MTV2.com features D. Randall Blythe from Lamb Of God! During this interview with Jose Mangin, the beastly looking and sounding vocalist discusses his presidential run, the bands NEW album 'Resolution', social networking, and much more. Check it out!

MTV Shows

Remaining U.S. Tourdates:

January 27th- Toronto- Phoenix Concert Hall
January 28th- Washington DC- 9:30 Club

Support on all shows except Richmond will be The Acacia Strain and Too Late The Hero. Following the club shows, the band starts the Pacific portion of the 'Resolution' tour ending with the band’s first ever show in Alaska.

These dates are:

February 12th- Seoul, South Korea
February 14th- Shanghai, China (With Chthonic)
February 16th- Taipei, Taiwan
February 18th- Manila, Philippines
February 20th- Singapore (With Judas Priest)
February 22nd- Tokyo, Japan
February 23rd- Osaka, Japan
February 25th to March 5th- Soundwave Festival, Australia
March 7th- Auckland, New Zealand
March 9th- Anchorage, Alaska

From there the band will head over South America and Mexico. Here are those tour-dates:

- Saturday, March 31st: Sao Paulo, Brazil at Espaco Lux
- Sunday, April 1st: Curitiba, Brazil at Curitiba Master Hall
- Monday, April 2nd: Buenos Aires, Argentina at Microestadio Malvinas Argentinas
- Wednesday, April 4th: Santiago, Chile at Teatro Caupolican
- Friday, April 6th: Quito, Ecuador at Teatro Bolivar
- Saturday, April 7th: Bogota, Colombia at Teatro Metropol
- Sunday, April 8th: Caracas, Venezuela at CIEC Caracas
- Tuesday, April 10th: Mexico City, Mexico at Jose Cuervo Salon

Lamb Of God 'Resolution' Tour In Europe:

- 5/26/12: PALACE GROUNDS / BANGALORE, INDIA
- 5/28/12: FUZZ CLUB / ATHENS, GREECE
- 5/30/12: HANGAR 11 / TEL-AVIV, ISRAEL
- 6/1 6/3: ROCK AM RING, ROCK AM PARK, GERMANY
- 6/2/12: FORTA ROCK, HOLLAND
- 6/5/12: KRAKOW / STUDIO, POLAND
- 6/6/12: BRATISLAVA / MAJESTIC, SLOVAKIA
- 6/7/12: MUNICH / BACKSTAGE WERK, GERMANY
- 6/8/12: NOVA ROCK, AUSTRIA
- 6/10/12: DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL, UK
- 6/12/12: MANDELA HALL/BELFAST, UK
- 6/13/12: ACADEMY /DUBLIN, IRELAND
- 6/15/12: METAL TOWN, SWEDEN
- 6/16/12: COPENHELL, DENMARK
- 6/17/12: HELLFEST, FRANCE
- 6/19/12: MADRID / RIVIERA, SPAIN
- 6/20/12: BARCELONA / RAZZMATAZZ 2, SPAIN
- 6/22/12: GRASSPOP, BELGIUM
- 6/23/12: EAR SHAKER DAYS, SWITZERLAND
- 6/24/12: GODS OF METAL, ITALY
- 6/26/12: ZAGREB / BOOGALOO, CROATIA
- 6/27/12: LJUBLJANA / KINO SISKA, SLOVENIA
- 6/28/12: PRAGUE / ROCK CAFÉ, CZECH REPUBLIC
- 6/29/12: WITH FULL FORCE, GERMANY
- 7/1/12: TUSKA, FINLAND

Pre-orders for the new album are available now at www.lamb-of-god.com/resolution and will feature multiple premium bundles. Anyone who pre-orders from iTunes or the LAMB OF GOD website will get the single ‘Ghost Walking’ as an instant gratification track.

Photo credit: Steve Lars from Creative Ventures International & Steve Lars on Facebook

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Headbanger's Ball - 2nd Annual Dimebash Special (Starring: Phil Demmel, Tony Campos & Jeff Kendrick)

On Wednesday, December 14th, the Heavy Music community came together at The Key Club in Hollywood, California, for the 2011 Dimebash. The event was held in honor of the legacy of Darrell Lance Abbott (Dimebag Darrell), who together with the Pantera boys (Phil Anselmo, Vinnie Paul and Rex Brown), change the path of Heavy Music in the 1990s.

All of the proceeds from the event benefited the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up & Shout Cancer Fund.

Here are a series of interviews conducted by Jose Mangin from MTV 2's Headbangers Ball, featuring Phil Demmel (Machine Head), Tony Campos (Soufly, Prong Ministry, Possessed), and Jeff Kendrick (DevilDriver).

MTV Shows

MTV Shows

MTV Shows

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Headbangers Ball Interview With Corey Taylor From Slipknot & Stone Sour!

The multi-talented Corey Taylor recently concluded the book tour for his debut literal work entitled "Seven Deadly Sins: Settling the Argument Between Born Bad and Damaged Good". The idea came about after Corey was done writing the book and voicing the audio book. Taylor felt it would be fun to present the book to his fans by having a solo tour that offers his fans a once in a lifetime opportunity to see Corey up close and personal. The event dubbed as "An Evening With Corey Taylor" was an absolute hit, and if you live in Las Vegas for New Year's make sure you check out Taylor's final solo performance of 2011 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Prior to the recent "An Evening With Corey Taylor" tour stop in New York City, Corey Taylor from Slipknot and Stone Sour was interviewed by Jose Mangin from Sirius XM Liquid Metal and MTV2.com's Headbangers Ball. Here is what went down!

MTV Shows

Click here to view our EXCLUSIVE recap of "An Evening With Corey Taylor" tour stop in New York City

Related links:
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Click to order the audio version of "Seven Deadly Sins - Settling The Argument Between Born Bad And Damaged Good"
Corey Taylor's official site
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Thy Will Be Done Announce The Completion Of NEW EP!

In a recent interview for MTV2's Headbanger's Ball conducted by Jose Mangin, New England Heavy Metal titans Thy Will Be Done announced that they have completed the recording process for what is to be for their upcoming EP. The forthcoming release was engineered by the band's own rhythm guitarist Kurt Fraunfelter, who adequately possesses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Audio and Media Technology, and is currently being mixed by acclaimed metal producer Zeuss (Lamb Of God, Hatebreed, White Chapel, Suicide Silence, Chimaira) at Planet Z in Hadley, MA.

The follow-up release to 2009's 'In Ancient of Days' LP will feature 6 brand new studio tracks including the track, "You, The Apathy Divine" which the band debuted live on last year's 'Stillborn Fest' tour with Hatebreed.

Thy Will Be Done spent 2009 and 2010 supporting the likes of DevilDriver, Fear Factory, All That Remains, and Machine Head amongst others. The Headbanger's Ball interview conducted by Jose Mangin can be viewed below.

MTV Shows

MTV Shows

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Big Four Concert At Yankee Stadium - Horns Up Rocks Video Special!

Heavy Metal history was written when the Big Four of Heavy Metal: Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax, took over the legendary field of dreams known as Yankee Stadium. Horns Up Rocks was there to capture the madness! Check out our extensive video special featuring live footage of the concert, interviews, Anthrax's press conference, amazing pictures and more!



Special thanks to Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax, Jose Mangin, Josh Bernstein, Roadrunner Records, Yankee Stadium, Steve Lars, and all the fans!

Video and Photo credit: Steve Lars from Creative Ventures International & Steve Lars on Facebook

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2010 Recap with Jose Mangin

When we were planning our end of the year recap, we had a full bag of ideas. However, the last thing we wanted to do was to use old content, simply because this is the formula that most media outlets use. Luckily, we were able to create exactly what we think you deserve. We truly believe that this is the best recap you will see when it comes to Heavy Metal in 2010.

Here at Horns Up Rocks we've been very lucky to be at the right place, at the right time. As a matter of fact, the majority of our content was gathered with a simple formula: connect with the artist, be honest with the artist, and never script the interviews. This is a skill we learned from the "Voice of Metal": Jose Mangin from Sirius XM Liquid Metal and MTV's Headbangers Ball!

And who better then Jose to tell you about the most important moments in Heavy Metal in 2010, the most important albums, the Most Valuable Players, and even some pretty cool behind the scene moments!

With this video, which will be our last one for 2010, we want to wish you all an amazing 2011 and remember to keep the Horns WAY Up! Be safe, because we need every single one of you in the Army of Chaos! And remember: If it's getting too loud, you are getting too old!



Special thanks to Jose Mangin for his endless support and for keeping Heavy Music stronger than all for over 10 years! \m/

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A Night of Rock, naked women and giveaways hosted by Jose Mangin!

Join Jose Mangin in Lodi, NJ today at Club Harem for their 1st ever Rock/Metall NUDE night!

Come by to North Jersey's finest exotic club from 9 PM to 2 AM for a fun filled night! So what exactly can you expect?

- Banging tunes played by the #1 ROCK DJ in the country! We are talking about JOSE MANGIN, Program Director and On Air personality on Sirius XM, host of Headbanger's Ball & LatiNation!
- 20 hot Jersey Rock chicks!
- Lots of giveaways!
- BRING YOUR OWN BREW!!!
- AND the sexiest round of piñata bashing you've ever laid your eyes on!

Print out the flyer for a $10 cover!

Support the Rock scene and the Nude scene! WHY? Why the hell not?

For more information visit: The Harem Cabaret

By: JoSchuftan

Fear Factory: 2010 the year of Fear

2010 marks the return of the kings of industrial Heavy Metal: Fear Factory. Even though Fear Factory has been an active band during the last few years, once guitarist Dino Cazares left the band in 2002 due to indifference's with vocalist Burton C. Bell, the Factory was missing its riffmanufacturer and the fans knew that something was not right.

At the time when Cazares left the band, it was uncertain if Fear Factory would continue its legacy. After a short hiatus Burton C. Bell decided to continue Fear Factory with drummer Raymond Herrera and bassist Christian Olde Wolbers, who took over guitar duties. As a result, Fear Factory hired Byron Stroud (formerly from Strapping Young Lad) as bassist.

Fast forward to April 2009 when Burton C. Bell and Dino Cazares rejoined forces and decided to work on a new Fear Factory album. Bell decided to fire Herrera and Olde Wolbers because of personal differences. Fans where shocked at first, but once Bell hired master skins man Gene Hoglan, the excitement for the new Fear Factory took over the Heavy Metal community.

Released on February 9th of this year, Mechanized is a hard hitting extremely powerful album. As Bell mentioned during his interview on Sirius XM's Liquid Metal with Jose Mangin, "it's definitely Fear Factory at its finest, and as Dino coined the term: its the future of a classic."

I personally haven't stopped listening to Mechanized and what I like the most is it's fresh heaviness. The entire album takes you into an uncertain destination, the Fear Factory destination. Ladies and gentleman prepare for mechanization with Fear Factory 2010!

Here is the "Mechanize" track list:
01. Mechanize
02. Industrial Discipline
03. Fear Campaign
04. Powershifter
05. Christploitation
06. Oxidizer
07. Controlled Demolition
08. Designing The Enemy
09. Metallic Division
10. Final Exit

Catch Fear Factory on the "Fear Campaign" tour:



North America:
FEAR FACTORY with Prong, Silent Civilian, Thy Will Be Done
5/21 – Club Sound @ In the Venue, Salt Lake City UT
5/22 – Marquis Theatre, Denver CO
5/24 – Pop’s, Sauget IL
5/26 – The Machine Shop, Flint MI
5/27 – The Intersection, Grand Rapids MI
5/28 – Headliner’s Music Hall, Louisville KY
5/29 – The Rave, Milwaukee WI (live webcast!)
5/30 – Al Rosa Villa, Columbus OH (in store: Magnolia Thunderpussy, address below)
6/01 – The Norva, Norfolk VA
6/02 – Jesters’ Pub, Fayetteville NC
6/03 – Jaxx, W. Springfield VA
6/04 – The Palladium, Worcester MA
6/05 – Webster Theater, Hartford CT
6/06 – Trocadero, Philadelphia (in store: Digital Ferret, address below)

FEAR FACTORY with All That Remains, Silent Civilian, Thy Will Be Done
6/08 – Higher Ground, S. Burlington VT
6/09 – Port City Music Hall, Portland ME
6/10 – Starland Ballroom, Sayreville NJ (in store: Vintage Vinyl, address below)
6/11 – Northern Lights, Clifton Park NY
6/12 – The Town Ballroom, Buffalo NY

FEAR FACTORY with Silent Civilian, Thy Will Be Done
6/15 – Mr. Small’s Theatre, Millvale PA

FEAR FACTORY with 36 Crazyfists, After the Burial, Divine Heresy, Baptized in Blood
7/07 – House of Blues, W. Hollywood CA
7/09 – Roseland Theatre, Portland OR
7/10 – Studio Seven, Seattle WA
7/11 – Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver BC
7/13 – Flames Central, Calgary AB
7/14 – The Starlite Room, Edmonton AB
7/15 – Riddell Centre, Regina SK
7/16 – The Garrick Centre, Winnipeg MB
7/17 – The Rock, Maplewood MN
7/19 – People’s Court, Des Moines IA
7/20 – Metro, Chicago IL
7/21 – Harpo’s, Detroit MI
7/23 – Opera House, Toronto ON
7/24 – Parterre Parc Jean Drapeau/Heavy MTL Festival (no tour package)
7/25 – Fillmore NY @ Irving Plaza, New York NY
7/26 – Recher Theatre, Towson MD
7/27 – Crocodile Rock, Allentown PA

Europe:
Jun 18 2010 HELLFEST - France, FR
Jun 19 2010 Festival - Koupit, CZECH REPUBLIC
Jun 20 2010 ROCKHAUL - Luxembourg, LU
Jun 22 2010 LAUSANNE LES DOCKS - Switzerland, CH
Jun 23 2010 WINTERTHUR SALSZHAUS - Switzerland, CH
Jun 24 2010 WEIN SZENE - Austria, AT
Jun 25 2010 GOD’S OF METAL - Italy, IT
Jun 26 2010 GRASSPOP - Belgium, BE
Jun 28 2010 GAV CLUB - St. Petersburg, Russia, RU
Jun 29 2010 B1 MAXIMUM - Moscow, Russia, RU
Jul 2 2010 WITH FULL FORCE - Germany, DE
Jul 3 2010 FORTA ROCK - Holland, NL
Jul 4 2010 DEVILSIDE FESTIVAL - Germany, DE
Jul 31 2010 SONISPHERE - United Kingdom
Aug 2 2010 ACADEMY - Dublin,Ireland
Aug 3 2010 SPRING AND AIRBRAKE - Belfast, Northern Ireland
Aug 4 2010 CORPORATION - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Aug 7 2010 WACKEN - Germany
Aug 8 2010 SUMMER THEATRE OPEN AIR - Borgaus City, BULGARIA
Aug 9 2010 WARSZAWA PROGRESJA - Poland
Aug 10 2010 KRAKOW LOCH NESS - Poland
Aug 12 2010 BRUTAL ASSAULT - Czech Republic
Aug 14 2010 BLOODSTOCK - United Kingdom
Aug 15 2010 SZIGET FESTIVAL - ÓBUDAI ISLAND, HUNGARY

For the latest on Fear Factory, follow them on twitter: www.twitter.com/Fear_Factory

HAVE YOU SEEN FEAR FACTORY'S LATEST VIDEO?

Fear Factory - Fear Campaign

By:JoSchuftan (www.twitter.com/joschuftan)