City officials ready to unveil vision for Hanford parks and recreation offerings Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Ariz. jails Iraqi driver after daughter run down Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Girl shot dead after Calif. school football game Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Annual Shinzen Cultural Faire Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Police: Bicycle bomb kills 5 in southern Iraq Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
6 bodies found, Ohio rape convict arrested Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Fresno State rallies past Utah State 31-27 Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Character counts at HESD Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Gilmore defers decision to run again Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Coast Guard scoops up oil in San Francisco Bay Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Police: Boy, 3, shoots, wounds self in Rialto Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Thanks to ER staff Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Bullpups win WYL shootout Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Remington Ramblers Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Alice Cooper brings musical horror show to Fresno Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
As retirement nears, Amoroso reflects Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Seattle police say officer killed in shooting Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
At least 7 militants killed in Pakistan fighting Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Senate health bill will embrace public option Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Geek Review: Uncharted 2 Among Thieves Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Searchers scan Calif. seas for 3rd day after crash Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Swine flu kills 24-year-old man in Tulare County Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
A deputys plight Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Reversed HR call helps A-Rod, Yankees beat Phils Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Finding the 'Best Menudo in the Valley' Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Hell House at Kings County Fairgrounds Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Hanford Elementary School Menu Nov. 2 -- 6 Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Ahmadinejad: Iran's enemies a 'mosquito' Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Where are the police? Nov 1, 2009
The show also features death by hanging, electric chair and Iron Maiden. FRESNO -- Experience the Japanese culture with performances by the Gumyo-Taiko Drummers, Koto player (Japanese harp), Aikido Martial Arts and Japanese Dancers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Shinzen Friendship Garden at Woodward Park, corner of Friant Road and Audobon Street. (News Central Portal Site, CA)
Rock's snub clubTHE Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th with mega... Oct 31, 2009
You ll hear Aretha Franklin but not Chubby Checker, Metallica but not Iron Maiden ... You ll hear Aretha Franklin but not Chubby Checker, Metallica but not Iron Maiden. (New York Post -- News)
Valley Rhythms (27) Oct 15, 2009
Iron Maiden tribute band The Iron Maidens at the Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs ... The Rock Yard presents Rockaoke featuring the Steel Rod Band on Friday, Oct 9, at 9 p.m. Iron Maiden tribute band Iron Maidens perform on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 9 p.m. along with Rocktane. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Rock veteran Sep 15, 2009
I can trace bands like UFO in it, sort of a galloping theme like Iron Maiden had on The Number of the Beast album on quite a few songs. I wanted to make a combination of guitars and keyboards. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Freezepop and PAX Three Packs Ava... Sep 5, 2009
- August 7th, 2009 Tracks from KISS and Lenny Kravitz added to the Rock Band Music Store for Wii and songs from Iron Maiden for Rock Band Unplugged ... - June 5th, 2009 Iron Maiden's master recordings are available as downloadable content for Rock Band for the first time. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fab Four frenzy? Sep 5, 2009
Of course, music video games are nothing new - Guitar Hero 5 was released this week in the US featuring tracks by Nirvana, Muse and Iron Maiden. But getting a brand like The Beatles is a significant step in an industry worth hundreds of millions of dollars. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Heaven & Hell’s metal anthems flow devilishly well Aug 31, 2009
A cover of Iron Maiden s The Trooper also showed C&C s allegiance to metal s golden age. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Talking Heads Offer Up Five Track... Aug 29, 2009
- August 7th, 2009 Tracks from KISS and Lenny Kravitz added to the Rock Band Music Store for Wii and songs from Iron Maiden for Rock Band Unplugged. - July 24th, 2009 Plus tracks from Kings of Leon, Rancid, Rise Against, Motley Crue and more for Wii and songs from James Gang and Alien Ant Farm for Rock Band Unplugged. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Iron Maiden frontman flies high as pilot Aug 22, 2009
" As the band's "designated driver," he'd refrain from late-night carousing, turning in early and avoiding any drinking to meet aviation industry regulations for mandatory rest periods and zero blood-alcohol content. But Dickinson didn't mind "being a party pooper" because the tour offered a chance to combine his passions for flying and rock music. "The only caveat is that I was working much harder than everybody else," said Dickinson. "But I never get tired of going to work because I just think... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Bravado Selected as Exclusive Merchandiser for Iconic Superstar Michael Jackson Aug 21, 2009
Bravado artists include The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Kanye West, Beyonce, No Doubt, Nickelback, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Elton John, Guns 'N Roses, Metallica, Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, Green Day and The Killers, among many others. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
In the age of Obama, will heavy metal suck again? Aug 21, 2009
By 2005, Ozzfest was headlined by Iron Maiden, which represented a triumphant return to roots. My most recent investigation into the last several year s popular metal revealed a tremendous amount of really good albums, mostly by European bands. (The American Conservative)
Iron Maiden frontman enjoys being airline pilot Aug 12, 2009
Bruce Dickinson likes to fly some heavy metal about 240,000 pounds of it when he's not performing as Iron Maiden's frontman ... "But I never get tired of going to work because I just think that singing with Iron Maiden and flying a jet airliner are the two best jobs in the world." ... Iron Maiden remains one of the most enduring and successful heavy metal bands with record sales of more than 70 million since their 1980 debut album. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
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Iron Maiden - "2 Minutes To Midnight". Jeff Beck - "Scatterbrain (Live)". (IGN PS2)
Eclectic Rockers Gorillaz Make Ro... Aug 8, 2009
Tracks from KISS and Lenny Kravitz added to the Rock Band Music Store for Wii and songs from Iron Maiden for Rock Band Unplugged ... Additional tracks from KISS, Blink-182, Weezer, and more will be available in the Wii Rock Band Music Store next week, and tracks from Iron Maiden will be available for Rock Band Unplugged ... 00 (200 Wii Points) per trackRock Band Unplugged Tracks for PSP SystemRock Band Unplugged fans will enjoy the addition of Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" and "The... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
ON THE COVER: Taylor Momsen Aug 7, 2009
Teen Vogue Cover Girl Taylor Momsen: Industry Insider: teenvogue. Preview the current issue of Teen Vogue. (Teen Vogue)
Things to do: Aug. 7-13 Aug 7, 2009
Thursday: Iron Maidens ... Iron Maidens -- an all-female Iron Maiden tribute act based in Los Angeles -- is coming north for a night at Audie's Olympic. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Iron Maiden frontman enjoys day job as pilot Aug 7, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) - Bruce Dickinson likes to fly some heavy metal _ about 240,000 pounds (109,000 kilograms) of it - when he's not performing as Iron Maiden's frontman ... "But I never get tired of going to work because I just think that singing with Iron Maiden and flying a jet airliner are the two best jobs in the world." ... Iron Maiden remains one of the most enduring and successful heavy metal bands with record sales of more than 70 million since their 1980 debut album. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Heavy metal hot list Aug 4, 2009
With a vicious twin-guitar attack, a powerful screamer for a singer and a corpse for a mascot, Iron Maiden, along with Judas Priest, took the NWOBHM to stadiums in the early '80s ... Bad business decisions, compounded by the fact that the band was managed by the singer's mother, kept them from the mainstream success of contemporaries like Def Leppard and Iron Maiden, but their early singles were circulated amongst metal fans in America ... Unfortunately, they were never able to translate that... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Lions' Schwartz, friends & family share his story Jul 31, 2009
He was an in-studio guest at WRIF-FM in the Motor City for more than an hour once this offseason, where he aired his knowledge and love of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and the like. Schwartz is an avid reader of books _ going through 500-plus pages in a day when he was single, not married with three kids as he is now _ and the latest niches intriguing him are the Civil War and historical fiction. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Aug. 2-8 Jul 30, 2009
Singer Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden is 51. Actor David Duchovny ("The X-Files") is 49. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
EA Announces Fall Music Line Up for Sports Franchises Jul 28, 2009
This year, Madden NFL 10 makes the ultimate surprise play with a front-line of classics that includes Black Sabbath, 2Pac, Iron Maiden, Kid Rock, Nirvana, Public Enemy, System Of A Down and Rage Against The Machine; tracks by breakout bands Airbourne, Mastodon, and Killswitch Engage; and an exclusive new song by Cypress Hill. The complete in-game soundtrack for Madden NFL 10. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daly commits to Legends Golf Classic for Pacific U Jul 22, 2009
Night Ranger frontman Jack Blades, Loverboy lead singer Mike Reno and Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain are also scheduled to play. 2009 Associated Press. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Honorary Marine was always faithful Jul 17, 2009
In 2008, he met his favorite band, Iron Maiden. The uncle of Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr read about Derrick in a FLORIDA TODAY story, and arranged for Burr to be at Derrick's baptism ... In March 2008, Derrick went backstage at an Iron Maiden concert. (Florida Today)
NCAA must find another way on Bowden case Jul 16, 2009
Bobby s turn in the Iron maiden, heh. Tide Rising. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Albums come alive when bands now hit the stage Jul 5, 2009
Along with Pink Floyd s Roger Waters and Iron Maiden, they represent just a couple of strains of the trend - classic rock and metal. Others getting in on the action represent alt-rock (Liz Phair, the Lemonheads, the Meat Puppets, Sonic Youth), hip-hop (Public Enemy and Jay-Z), and country (Lucinda Williams). (Boston Globe)
Classic Rock nod for Spinal Tap Jun 27, 2009
Iron Maiden also have three nods for the 2 November awards in London ... In the latter category, the band's documentary, Iron Maiden: Flight 666, competes against works including Rolling Stones concert documentary Shine a Light ... Competition for Iron Maiden and AC/DC in the best band category comes from Kings of Leon, Faith No More and Metallica. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Idol' belter Carly Smithson's new band falls into place Jun 19, 2009
" She isn't the first Idol to attract the interest of an established act: Season 5 finalist Chris Daughtry turned down an offer to become Fuel's frontman. But Smithson jumped at her chance. "The first time we rehearsed, everybody started in on this jam of Iron Maiden. I was like, 'I'm in a band. (USA Today -- Life)
Music takes center stage Jun 18, 2009
Wednesday: Iron Maidens (all-woman Iron Maiden tribute). June 18: Cash'd Out (Johnny Cash tribute). (North County Times)
Hair bands forever! Grunge never! Jun 16, 2009
Fast forward to the second wave of metal, and youll find bands like Judas Priest, AC/DC and Iron Maiden, who ratcheted up the noise factor ... The stage was set for toothful singers like Warrants Jani Lane and Skid Rows Sebastian Bach, both of whom could never have fit into any scene that included Iron Maiden. (MSNBC -- Music)
MUSIC + FUN = MINUS 3 Band's members have good time while keeping their day jobs Jun 16, 2009
They say their musical influences include Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, 311, Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bob Marley, Iron Maiden and Ozzy Osbourne. Their favorite cover tunes to play are songs from the Eagles, Los Lonely Boys, ZZ Top and Beastie Boys. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
A LOOK AT THE WEEK AHEAD Jun 6, 2009
-Iron Maiden, "Flight 666" (live). -Sonic Youth, "The Eternal". (Erie Times-News, PA)
Full Guitar Hero 5 Band ... Jun 2, 2009
IGN: Full Guitar Hero 5 Artist List Announced. SECTIONS CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. (IGN PS2)
'Guitar Hero 5' promises expanded options May 29, 2009
The music selectionwill include songs from the usual rockers such as Iron Maiden to lesser-known bands like TV on the Radio and Arctic Monkeys ... Others on the 82-band roster include the usual suspects (Bon Jovi, Iron Maiden, Queens of the Stone Age), some fresh faces (Band of Horses, Arctic Monkeys, Vampire Weekend) and a few classic rockers who are new to the franchise (Tom Petty, John Mellencamp, Elton John). (MSNBC -- Technology)
Celebrity Birthdays For The Week Of May 31-June 6 May 29, 2009
Drummer Nicko McBrain of Iron Maiden is 57. Saxophonist Kenny G is 53. (KIRO TV, WA)
Eight classic acts that still rock May 26, 2009
Iron Maiden - Since its major-label debut in 1980, this legendary British group has relied on a formula that plays well to large arena crowds: power chords, soaring vocals, pounding drums and intricate passages spotlighting dueling guitar leads. Maiden's 2008 visit to Phoenix featured a performance that Spinal Tap could only dream about - over-the-top pyrotechnics, a corpselike mascot named Eddie and scenery inspired by such sights as the pyramids of Giza, battlefields and Satan. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
In New Jersey, an Iraqi heavy metal band free to pursue their dream May 24, 2009
The city has a tiny heavy metal subculture that listened to cassettes by Metallica, Iron Maiden, Opeth, and Slipknot, purchased surreptitiously from the backs of stores displaying Arabic music. But Saddam's secret police were seemingly everywhere, and grew suspicious when bands sang in English or languages other than Arabic, said Talal. (Boston Globe)
New party modes coming to 'Guitar Hero 5' May 16, 2009
We have a lot of new indie artists as well and Iron Maiden as more classic rock or heavy metal, Bright says. Weve been trying to get the White Stripes and they have finally come around. (USA Today -- Tech)
