Music News & Notes

THE SMASHING PUMPKINS To Release 'Teargarden By Kaleidyscope Vol. II: The Solstice Bare'

THE SMASHING PUMPKINS are set to release "Teargarden By Kaleidyscope Vol. II: The Solstice Bare" on November 23 via Martha's Music/Rocket Science Ventures. This physical-only four-song EP is a limited-edition, beautifully packaged CD and deluxe 12-inch vinyl picture disc with the four songs — "The Fellowship", "Freak", "Tom Tom" and "Spangled" as well as an unreleased B-side track, "Cottonwood Symphony".










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KNUCKLEBONZ/ROCK ICONZ STATUES/Ronnie James Dio ROCK ICONZ STATUE

The officially licensed, Ronnie James Dio Rock Iconz limited edition statue by KnuckleBonz is now available for pre-order.  Limited quantities ship late 2010.

A portion of all proceeds from http://www.knucklebonz.com/  go to the "Stand Up and Shout" cancer fund in honor of Ronnie James Dio. The sculpture of Dio is displayed with his signature devil horns and iconic crouched stance. KnuckleBonz is honored to be creating a tribute piece of Ronnie James Dio, widely recognized as one of the most powerful singers in all of heavy metal.

All figures in the Rock Iconz® series are limited editions and the Ronnie James Dio statue is very exclusive with only 3000 pieces slated for production. This is an officially licensed product. A portion of all sales from http://www.knucklebonz.com/  will be donated to the "Stand Up and Shout" Cancer Fund created in honor of Ronnie James Dio.

For all DIO fans, we wanted to pass along information that donations to the Ronnie James Dio "Stand Up and Shout" Cancer Fund are now being accepted by going to http://www.ronniejamesdio.com/. Your generous donations will go to cancer research, screenings and various cancer programs.

The Dio statue by KnuckleBonz is created using a team of highly skilled artists to sculpt a remarkable likeness. The limited edition figure will be cast in a poly-resin and hand-paint in fine detail. Each sculpture in the Rock Iconz series is hand-numbered and displayed on an attractive wooden base.

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The Sword ""(The Night The Sky Cried) Tears of Fire 12" Hexagonal Picture Disc "

The Sword have proved themselves to be one of the most revered bands of the past ten years. Following up the release of their latest album, Warp Rider, the band have teamed up with Metal Club for the early release of a special 12″ hexagonal picture disc featuring the Warp Rider track “(The Night The Sky Cried) Tears of Fire” and a b-side of the Bron-y-maur stomp of “Farstar.” Only 3000 of these are being created by Kemado Records and you can get it at Metal Club stores starting on 10/26.



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Queens of the Stone Age "Queens of the Stone Age vinyl reissue"

The highly-sought after, out of print debut release from QOTSA has been recreated by Joshua Homme as it was initally envisioned, with the reinstatement of three tracks that were initially cut from the record. The 180 gram double vinyl gatefold package will be available exclusively at Metal Club stores on 11/26 (with a download card included). Track listing: “Regular John”, “Avon”, “If Only”, “Walkin’ on the Sidewalks”, “You Would Know”, “The Bronze”, “How To Handle A Rope (A Lesson in the Lariat)”, “Mexicola”, “Hispanic Impressions”, “You Can’t Quit Me Baby”, “These Aren’t The Droids You’re Looking For”, “Give The Mule What He Wants”, “Spiders and Vinegaroons”, “I Was A Teenage Hand Model” In Stores: 11/26/2010