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WHICH SINGER TAKES THE TOP

AVENGED SEVENFOLDBACK ON WORLD TOUR

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Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band's line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each member of the band wears a unique mask. Slipknot formed in 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their self-titled debut studio album was released in 1999 and was followed by Iowa in 2001 and Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) in 2004. On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album, All Hope Is Gone, which debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 charts. The band has released three DVDs including 2002's Disasterpieces, which was certified quadruple-platinum in the United States. Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists nine members. The current band membersare Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, PaulGray, Chris Fehn,Jim Root, Craig Jones, On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album, All

Hope Is Gone, which debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 charts. The band has

released three DVDs including 2002’s Disasterpieces, which

was certified quadruple-platinum in the United States.

Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists nine members. The current band membersare Sid Wilson, Joey

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Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band's line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each member of the band wears a unique mask. Slipknot formed in 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their self-titled debut studio album was released in 1999 and was followed by Iowa in 2001 and Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) in 2004. On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album,

All Hope Is Gone, which debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 charts. The band has released three DVDs including 2002's Disasterpieces, which was certified quadruple-platinum in the United States. Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio

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Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band's line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each member of the band wears a unique mask. Slipknot formed in 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their self-titled debut studio album was released in 1999 and was followed by Iowa in 2001 and Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) in 2004. On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album,

All Hope Is Gone, which debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 charts. The band has released three DVDs including 2002's Disasterpieces, which was certified quadruple-platinum in the United States. Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each in 1996. A

lipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each member of the band wears a unique mask. Slipknot formed in 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their self-titled debut studio album was released in 1999 and was followed by Iowa in 2001 and Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) in 2004. On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album, lipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band’s line-up has remained unchanged since

Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of nine members. The current band members are Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. The band's line-up has remained unchanged since 1999. Each member of the band wears a unique mask. Slipknot formed in 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their self-titled debut studio album was released in 1999 and was followed by Iowa in 2001 and Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) in 2004.

On August 25, 2008, the band returned to release their fourth studio album, All Hope Is Gone, which debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 charts. The band has released three DVDs including 2002's Disasterpieces, which was certified quadruple-platinum in the United States. Slipknot is an American alternative metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995. Slipknot consists of

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The new band from hell is giving a new definition to heavy metal. Slipknot has won an Grammy Award for

best metal performance for their hit single “Before I Forget.” The band is getting ready for their next world tour and has just released their new album with the hit single “Psychosocial.” Slipknot claims that they’re not the mentalists they used to be, but they’re still the most brutal band in the world. See how the band prepares for each show they put on.

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Find out which band has the best singer in heavy metal.

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Avenged Sevenfold in Sweden, Tiger Army in Brazil and Ozzy Osbourne back in the UK.

Find out what Dave Grohl has planed for the bands future.

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Rockin harder than ever in Europe for the world tour.

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Find out which band has the best singer in heavy metal.

Shred guitarist give their best tips on how to shred on the guitar just like the pros.

Avenged Sevenfold in Sweden, Tiger Army in Brazil and Ozzy Osbourne back in the UK.

Find out what Dave Grohl has planed for the bands future.

An exclusive interview with MUSE.

Rockin harder than ever in Europe for the world tour.

115LES PAULFind out if the band plans to get back together for one more tour

S T A I N DS T A I N D97Aaron Lewis returns from his solo acoustic tour for another album.

P I N K F L O Y DP I N K F L O Y DHEADLINING AT COCHELLA CONCERT

Roger Waters is back to headline one of the biggest concerts by KROQ in southern California. Find out what happened to the famous pig at Cochella.

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KAISER CHEIFES LIVE AT

THE SMOKING SECTION

OZZY OSBOURNE’S WILD,

CRAZY SIDE UNLEASHED

ROCK & ROLL HALL OF

FAME IN NYC

Brit rock’s most exciting band plays are rare acoustic gig at the Shred offices. Check out the performance on shredmag.com

Check out artifacts from the Hall of Fame’s new branch, including classic Madonna costumes and Bob Dylan’s harmonica. Check out pics for the grand opening on shredmag.com

ROCK’S HOTTEST

NEIGHBORHOOD:

LAUREL CANYON

The former L.A. home base of Joni Mitchell and Jackson Browne is now hub to a new wave of hippie rockers.

OASIS LAUNCHES TOUR

WITH RYAN ADAMS

Exclusive photo of the band and interviews and a review of the first show. Tour dates inside along with song lyrics to their new single.

The Prince of Darkness opens up and unleashes his wild, crazy side to Shred editors and tells his plans for the future. Black Sabbath reunion unveiled.

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TIGER ARMY, ARMED AND

READY FOR BATTLE

The new rockabillie band from Orange County, CA is ready to take on the world as they begin their first world tour. Exclusive photos and tour dates inside. See what’s next for this new hot band.