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Interview with Rockarma guitarist, Pete Fry

ROCKARMA is about Loud guitars and big vocals that will have you crank your car stereo up to 11! The band is ready to BRING IT, and the bands aptly titled sophmore effort does just that. Set for a Dec 1st release, just in time for the holidays!! Produced by Ty Sims and Erik Johnson of Bombay Black,… Continue

Posted by axeman on July 3rd, 2008 at 12:30pm — No Comments (Add)

Whitesnake/Trapeze Guitarist Mel Galley Passes Away

WHITESNAKE/TRAPEZE GUITARIST MEL GALLEY PASSES AWAY: July 2, 2008 Mel Galley: March 8, 1948 - July 1, 2008. Reported by Classic Rock Magazine. Mel Galley, guitarist of Trapeze and Whitesnake, has lost his battle with cancer of the oesophagus. The Midlands-born musician was a member of Finders S… Continue

Posted by axeman on July 2nd, 2008 at 3:30pm — No Comments (Add)

Quick Review: MSG - In the Midst Of Beauty

Has anyone picked up the new MSG(Michael Schenker) album, "In the Midst Of Beauty"? It features Garry Barden on vocals. Well, I just picked it up today, and am a little dissapointed. Probably because I had high expectations after hearing his past work...my favorite being the albums that fe… Continue

Posted by axeman on July 1st, 2008 at 10:00pm — No Comments (Add)

Eric Brittingham Interview on the Classic Metal Show

Eric talks about maybe if everything goes well with Tom Keifer that they might re-schedule the tour and tour in the fall. I just want Tom to get well and take it easy. Most important thing and I know some of you are gonna be like, your a crazy chick for saying that. Well Tom's health is more… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 29th, 2008 at 6:30pm — No Comments (Add)

GUITARIST SPOTLIGHT: Paul Gilbert

~BIO~ Paul Brandon Gilbert, born November 6, 1966 in Illinois, United States of America is a very talented guitarist, best known for his work with Racer X, Mr. Big, and his more recent instrumental albums. He is also notable for his alternate picking, string skippi… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 29th, 2008 at 2:30pm — No Comments (Add)

Rock The Bayou

The inaugural Rock the Bayou fest is slated for Labor Day weekend of this year in Houston, Texas. So far, Sammy Hagar and Warrant are confirmed for the event. The are also many bands that are rumored to perform at Rock The Bayou; Queensryche, Ratt, Skid Row, Y&T, Firehouse, G… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 27th, 2008 at 2:00pm — No Comments (Add)

Lita Ford Interviewed On XM Radio's "Eddie Trunk Live"

On Monday, June 9, '80s hard rock queen Lita Ford was the featured guest on the "Eddie Trunk Live" show heard nationally on XM 41 The Boneyard. Watch video footage of the interview in seven parts. Watch the 7 Part video in the blog section of 80's Hairband World; http://www.myspac… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 26th, 2008 at 7:29pm — No Comments (Add)

Underated Gem: Fashion Police

FASHION POLICE The following is courtesy of Suncity Records; I have been jumping out of my skin this lately because we have stitched up a deal with Cleveland's smokin' Fashion Police. Masterminded by the multi talented Dave Belanger, get excited people bec… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 25th, 2008 at 7:00pm — No Comments (Add)

Motley Crue "Saints Of Los Angeles" Review

Motley Crue is quite possibly the wildest band in rock n' roll history, they defined a generation, and now they have returned. My most anticipated album of the year was most definately, Motley Crue's "Saints Of Los Angeles", which was released today. It is loosely based on their book, "The… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 24th, 2008 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment (Add)

100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can't Be Wrong

100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Can't Be Wrong, is a huge 4-disc box set with previously unreleased material! It also comes with a DVD that contains; Never before seen footage, Exclusive New Interviews, Unreleased Behind the Scenes Footage, Rare Archival Material, and Photo Gallery.… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 23rd, 2008 at 1:00pm — No Comments (Add)

GUITARIST SPOTLIGHT: Reb Beach

It is time for another Guitarist Spotlight! This time, Reb Beach(Winger/Whitesnake) is featured! ~BIO~ Reb Beach (born Richard Earl Beach, Jr. in Pittsburgh, PA on August 31, 1963) is a member of the bands Winger and Whitesnake. Ibanez guitars produced his signature… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 20th, 2008 at 10:31pm — No Comments (Add)

Danger Danger LIVE!

Danger Danger performing live in Japan...1992. ENJOY! Bang Bang

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Posted by axeman on June 19th, 2008 at 9:10pm — 4 Comments (Add)

Flannel Fallout: The True Hairball Story

This blog was written by the Acid Chimp of the Hairball John Radio Show a while back. I found it to be a very good read, and very interesting as well. So, here it is, FLANNEL FALLOUT: THE TRUE HAIRBALL STORY When HBJ asked me a few weeks ago about doing a "Flannel Fallout" show abou… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 19th, 2008 at 4:41pm — No Comments (Add)

Big Hair Rules!!!

Well, mothertruckers, this is the most comprehensive hair, glam, pop metal (whatever you wanna call it) site you’ll find. If you’ve ever spent time trying to make your guitar sound like a motorcycle along with Mick Mars, you belong here. If you’ve ever rocked a mullet with no shame… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 18th, 2008 at 9:00pm — No Comments (Add)

Skid Row Reunion Talk?

Skid Row reunion talk "6/17/08: Lots going on! Just had an interesting interview last night on the XM show with Sebastian Bach. We talked about his upcoming tour with Poison and the reissue of his current Angel Down CD with a bonus DVD. Of course the talk ended up coming around to Skid… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 18th, 2008 at 4:03pm — 1 Comment (Add)

Lita Ford Interview

The following is a recent interview that I found with Lita Ford! ENJOY!

by Jesse Capps on June 12, 2008 Lita, it’s awesome to catch up with you and it’s great to hear you’re on your way back! A lot of people have been wondering… I know! Everybody’s been wondering where the heck I’… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 15th, 2008 at 11:21am — 2 Comments (Add)

GUITARIST SPOTLIGHT: George Lynch

Welcome to the 3rd installment of the Guitarist Spotlight...brought to you by the Hair Metal Mansion! This time, one of my personal favorites is spotlighted...none other than George Lynch!

~BIO~ Lynch was born in Spokane, Washington and raised in the small… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 14th, 2008 at 8:30pm — 2 Comments (Add)

Save Your Prayers for Waysted

In 1982 PETE WAY undocked from the UFO mother-ship and launched FASTWAY with MOTÖRHEAD's Eddie Clarke. Before this project was fully off the ground Pete took off yet again, with OZZY OSBOURNE. After a relatively safe landing, Pete formed WAYSTED with ex-HEARTBREAKERS guitarist RONNIE K… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 11th, 2008 at 10:30am — No Comments (Add)

KNAC Interview with Cinderella vocalist, Tom Keifer

Kerby's Interview With Cinderella Vocalist Tom Keifer By Jeff Kerby, October 11, 2002 (KNAC.COM)

Whether you agree with it or not, Cinderella is a band that will always be associated in some way with the terms “hair metal” or “80s rock” -- it’s just a fact. They had the androgynous… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 9th, 2008 at 12:47pm — No Comments (Add)

Vain...Let's Give Them Some Respect

~BIO~ Bursting onto the scene in the late 80's, Vain made waves and appeared on the covers of some of rocks most respected magazines before they even signed a record deal. Decked out in teased hair, made-up faces and black fingernails, the band embraced the glam lifesty… Continue

Posted by axeman on June 8th, 2008 at 2:54pm — 2 Comments (Add)

~AMERICAN HAIR METAL: Quote Of The Month - "I Came Here From London With 200 Bucks And A Hairdryer"-Phil Lewis, L.A. Guns(1988)

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Long ago, in a time when rock ruled, the hair was big, and guitars that sounded good were cool, there were people who'd hang out til the early hours of the morning in the dead of night, blasting and playing the music they loved. They wore leather, chains, hairspray and had a 6-string around their backs.. They would cause madness, and became a generation of fun, attitude and acceptance. Now over 20+ years later, a new generation exists underneath the current trends. A generation who feels that his time has passed, and he was born too late...
In a time of sludgy, nasty guitars, and whailing un-talented singers, Axe and others have brought that generation back to life. We have a chance to be that generation, and find the hundreds of those who familiarize themselves with us. This is that generation, this website and others ARE the 'Youth Gone Wild', and those years will always be remembered in the Hair Metal Mansion.

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Ratt "Way Cool Jr." (live) Added by axeman
November rain by Guns n' Roses Added by Henny

Breaking the silence by Firewind Added by Henny
Black monday love song by Red Star Rebels Added by Henny
Unskinny Bop by Poison Added by Henny

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~SONG OF THE WEEK~ "River Of Love" by Lynch Mob

George Lynch rose to fame in the 80's as the guitar virtuoso for Dokken. After eventually breaking away from them, he and drummer Mick Brown formed Lynch Mob. Also recruiting vocalist Oni Logan. Lynch Mob released their debut album, "Wicked Sensation" in 1990. It went on to reach #46 on the Billboard Album Charts, and is one of my personal favorites in my collection.
So for the song of the week, it is none other than Lynch Mob with, "River of Love"! So crank it up, and go down down down, to the river of love!

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Jetboy Prepares To Embark On "The Glam Years" Tour

Returning from a 20 year self imposed exile, Jetboy has reemerged sporting a blend of passion and edginess that the music industry desperately needs. To that end, Jetboy is preparing to embark on "...

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Started by axeman in News 19 minutes ago.

Joey Allen Of Warrant Comments From The Road

Joey Allen tour diary June 22nd, 2008 Montreal, Quebec Oh Canada! Montreal and Toronto to be exact. Our weekend up in Canada started with a flight from LAX to Montreal for the Heavy MTL festival ...

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Started by axeman in News 20 minutes ago.

Moderation, Bonds Keep Slaughter Rockin' Across The Nation

Kari Knutson of the Winona Daily News reports that they may not be topping the charts anymore, but rock band Slaughter has done something few bands from their era have accomplished. They've survive...

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Started by axeman in News 21 minutes ago.

Killer Dwarfs Drummer Returns With Automan.CA

The debut release from Automan titled "Pocket Change" is ready for your little hands to grab. It will be available at www.unkledunkrecords.com or www.automan.ca July 12th 2008, and at live shows on...

Started by axeman in News 23 minutes ago.

Krokus Offers Free Tickets To Fans That Fly To Their Reunion Show

No one thought in the early 80's of "flowers" when the name KROKUS was mentioned. That name symbolized straight to the bone hard rock from Solothurn/Switzerland. Their International debut album "M...

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Started by axeman in News 24 minutes ago.

Favorite Quiet Riot Album?

Quiet Riot is one of the first bands in the 80's to really launch the metal scene into a whole other league. My favorite album has to be, "Metal Health". It's one of the ESSENTIAL metal albums of t...

Started by axeman in General Music Discussion 5 hours ago.

Interview with Rockarma guitarist, Pete Fry

ROCKARMA is about Loud guitars and big vocals that will have you crank your car stereo up to 11! The band is ready to BRING IT, and the bands aptly titled sophmore effort does just that. Set for a...

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Started by axeman in Interviews 6 hours ago.

Bon Jovi To Play At Free NYC Concert 1 Reply

New York City officials say Bon Jovi will play at a free concert in Central Park this summer. The concert will be held July 12th. The concert is billed as a prelude to the July 15th All-Star base...

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Started by axeman in News. Last reply by izzyfan 10 hours ago.

Whitesnake/Trapeze Guitarist Mel Galley Passes Away 1 Reply

Mel Galley: March 8, 1948 - July 1, 2008. Reported by Classic Rock Magazine. Mel Galley, guitarist of Trapeze and Whitesnake, has lost his battle with cancer of the oesophagus. The Midlands-born m...

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Started by axeman in News. Last reply by izzyfan 10 hours ago.