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Rich Ward
Richard Park Ward (born January 16, 1969), also known by his stage name the Duke, is an American guitarist best known as a founding member of Stuck Mojo and as lead guitarist of heavy metal band Fozzy. Early life Ward grew up listening to many indie-style soundtracks as that was all that was available to him. After his parents' divorce, Ward's mother's work schedule was hectic, resulting in her hiring a college student to look after him and his sister. According to Ward, the student would often bring over heavy metal and hard rock albums from bands such as AC/DC, Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden, to name a few. From that point, Ward had a new outlook on music, having found the genre of music that "clicked" with him. Ward has also said in interviews that his favorite band growing up was Journey, and he has also cited bands like Bad Company and Foreigner as influences. Ward began learning guitar at age 12, borrowing a friend's guitar on weekends, practicing different chords he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charlotte, NC
Charlotte ( ) is the List of municipalities in North Carolina, most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina and the county seat of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, Mecklenburg County. The population was 874,579 at the 2020 United States census, 2020 census, making Charlotte the List of United States cities by population, 14th-most populous city in the United States, the seventh-most populous city in Southern United States, the South, and the second-most populous city in the Southeastern United States, Southeast behind Jacksonville, Florida. Charlotte is the cultural, economic, and transportation center of the Charlotte metropolitan area, whose estimated 2023 population of 2,805,115 ranked Metropolitan statistical area, 22nd in the United States. The Charlotte metropolitan area is part of an 18-county market region and combined statistical area with an estimated population of 3,387,115 as of 2023. Between 2004 and 2014, Charlotte was among the country's fastest-grow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linkin Park
Linkin Park is an American Rock music, rock band formed in Agoura Hills, California, in 1996. The band's current lineup consists of vocalist/rhythm guitarist/keyboardist Mike Shinoda, lead guitarist Brad Delson, DJ/turntablist Joe Hahn, bassist Dave Farrell, vocalist Emily Armstrong, and drummer Colin Brittain. The lineup for the band's first seven studio albums included lead vocalist Chester Bennington and drummer Rob Bourdon until Bennington's death in July 2017, which caused the band to enter an indefinite hiatus. In September 2024, Linkin Park's reformation was announced along with the addition of Armstrong and Brittain. Categorized mainly as alternative rock and nu metal, Linkin Park's earlier music spanned a fusion of Heavy metal music, heavy metal and Hip hop music, hip hop, while their later music features more electronica and Pop music, pop elements. Linkin Park rose to international fame with their debut studio album, ''Hybrid Theory'' (2000), which became certified ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lord Nelson (rapper)
Lord Nelson was the lead vocalist for the rap metal band Stuck Mojo. He joined the group in 2006 after being offered a position to sing and rap for their album ''Southern Born Killers ''Southern Born Killers'' is an album by Stuck Mojo Stuck Mojo is an American rap metal band from Atlanta, formed in 1989 by bassist Dwayne Fowler. The band is considered to be one of the pioneers of rap metal. They have toured alongside ba ...''. Real name Lloyd Dana Nelson, the stage name "Lord Nelson" was given to him by Rich Ward on joining Stuck Mojo. Lord Nelson's final appearance with the band is the 2008 release ''The Great Revival''. On January 16, 2012 Lord Nelson released the video "Until I Die" featuring the French band Lies. Lord Nelson linked up with Lies after the Stuck Mojo Here Comes The Monster European tour and has recorded a solo project ''Fight My Struggle Between Heaven and Hell'' due out February 27, 2012.. 2020 to Current- frontman for Rap Metal project "Plastic Cat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spitfire Records
Spitfire Records was a subsidiary of Eagle Rock Entertainment located in New York City, New York. In September 1998, Paul Bibeau founded, launched and rapidly developed Spitfire Records Inc. from a two-man operation located in his home bedroom in suburban Long Island, New York, to one of the premier independent record labels worldwide. The label experienced consistent growth from start-up, Mr. Bibeau successfully negotiated a partnership with Eagle Rock Entertainment (Eagle Vision), a London, England-based audio and visual company. Releases * Crimson Glory – ''Astronomica (album), Astronomica'' – 1999 * Testament (band), Testament – ''The Gathering (Testament album), The Gathering'' – 1999 *Pride & Glory (band), Pride & Glory – ''Pride & Glory (album), Pride & Glory'' (reissue) – 1999 * Zakk Wylde – '' Book of Shadows (album), Book of Shadows '' (reissue) – 1999 * Black Label Society – ''Sonic Brew'' – 1999 * Eric Carr – ''Rockology'' – 1999 * Sebastian Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
All That Remains (album)
All That Remains is the third studio album by the American heavy metal band Fozzy. Unlike the band's two previous albums, All That Remains features all original songs as the band had dropped their spoof in favor of becoming a more recognized band rather than a gimmick, with the members using their actual names instead of stage names. It features Alter Bridge members Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti, Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde, rapper Bone Crusher, and Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman. A remastered version of ''All That Remains'', entitled ''All That Remains: Reloaded'', was released on March 25, 2008. It is a two-disc set that features the album and a DVD called ''Live in the UK''. Writing and recording The album, the band knew that they had their work cut out for them recording an all-original album for the first time. The band decided to record no filler material feeling every song had to be good. Rich Ward wrote all of the music and melodies while Chris Jericho wr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Happenstance (Fozzy Album)
''Happenstance'' is the second studio album by heavy metal band Fozzy. For the album, the band continue with their spoof that they had spent the last 20 years in Japan being megastars and once they returned to America, they realized that many famous artists have ripped off their songs. The album therefore features covers of songs by bands such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, W.A.S.P., Scorpions and Accept. However, the album also features five original songs by Fozzy. Reception The album had little commercial success as it went on to sell fewer copies than its predecessor. It managed to reach at number 34 on the Independent Albums charts. Allmusic reviewer Bradley Torreano gave the album 3 out of 5 stars and praised the songs "To Kill a Stranger" and "Happenstance". Singles #"To Kill a Stranger" #"With the Fire" #"Crucify Yourself" #"Happenstance" Track listing Charts Personnel Musicians * Chris Jericho (credited as Moongoose McQueen) – lead vocals ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fozzy (album)
''Fozzy'' is the debut album of heavy metal band, Fozzy. The album was released on October 24, 2000. The album was released by Palm Pictures and Megaforce Records. Album concept The album featured mostly cover songs by bands such as Dio, Twisted Sister, Iron Maiden, Ozzy Osbourne and Mötley Crüe, as Fozzy had a satirical back-story that they had spent the last 20 years in Japan being megastars and once they returned to America, they realized that many famous artists had ripped off their songs. However, the album featured two original songs by Fozzy, "End of Days" and "Feel the Burn", in which it was implied that the band had just recently written these songs and other bands hadn't had the chance to "rip" these songs off them. Release and reception Prior to the album's release, Megaforce had high hopes for the record, as they expected wrestling fans of the Attitude Era boom period to flock to Fozzy and buy the record. However, the album failed commercially and only managed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chris Jericho
Christopher Keith Irvine (born November 9, 1970), better known by the ring name Chris Jericho, is an American-Canadian professional wrestler, rock musician, and actor. As a wrestler, he has been signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) , where he is the leader of The Learning Tree (professional wrestling), The Learning Tree stable, and the two-time ROH World Championship, ROH World Champion in AEW's sister promotion, Ring of Honor. Noted for his over-the-top rock star persona, in-ring technical wrestling prowess, and his ability to reinvent his character throughout the course of his career, Jericho has been named by journalists and industry colleagues as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. During the 1990s, Jericho performed for American organizations Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW), as well as for promotions in countries such as Canada, Japan, and Mexico. In the latter half of 1999, he made his debut in the World Wres ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
World Wrestling Entertainment
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is an American professional wrestling promotion. It is owned and operated by TKO Group Holdings, a majority-owned subsidiary of Endeavor Group Holdings. A global integrated media and entertainment company, WWE has also branched out into fields outside of wrestling, including film, football, and other business ventures, such as licensing its intellectual property to other companies to produce video games and action figures. As in other professional wrestling promotions, WWE does not promote a legitimate sporting contest but rather entertainment-based performance theater, featuring storyline-driven, scripted, and partially choreographed matches; however, matches often include moves that put performers at risk of serious injury or death if not performed correctly. The pre-determined aspect of professional wrestling (an industry open secret) was publicly acknowledged by WWE in 1989 to avoid regulation by athletic commissions. WWE markets it ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Frank Fontsere
Frank Fontsere (born September 2, 1967) is an American drummer from Marietta, Georgia. He is known mostly for his work in rap metal group Stuck Mojo (1996–2000) and heavy metal group Fozzy (1999–2005, 2009–2022). He has also been a member of Agent Cooper (2004, 2005), The Duke (2005), Soundevice (2006), Love Said No (2007) and Primer 55 (2007). He is famous for using drum triggers on his albums and for every live performance. Discography ;with Stuck Mojo *'' Violated'' EP (European release) (1996) *'' Pigwalk'' (1996) *'' Rising'' (1998) *'' HVY1'' (1999) *'' Declaration of a Headhunter'' (2000) *'' Violate This'' (2001) *'' Here Come The Infidels'' (2016) ;with Fozzy *''Fozzy'' (2000) *'' Happenstance'' (2002) *'' WWE Originals'' (2004) *'' All That Remains'' (2005) *'' Chasing the Grail'' (2010) *'' Sin and Bones'' (2012) *'' Do You Wanna Start a War'' (2014) *''Judas Judas Iscariot (; ; died AD) was, according to Christianity's four canonical gospels, one of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Declaration Of A Headhunter
''Declaration of a Headhunter'' is the fourth studio album by American rap metal group Stuck Mojo. It was also the final studio album from the band before originally disbanding in 2000. Unlike the previous albums, all music and lyrics were written by Rich Ward. This was mainly due to friction that had been brought up between him and lead singer, Bonz. Rich noted, "''at the time of Declaration of a Headhunter, Bonz and I weren't even speaking to each other anymore.''" Due to this, there is a notable difference in the songs. Back-up vocals are heavily emphasized while Bonz takes more of a backseat position. Substance abuse is also attributed to the bad relationship between Rich and Bonz. When it comes to longtime drummer Bud Fonstere, Rich said in an interview, "''I always had the drummer Bud with me but he's not a writing drummer, he's the guy that comes in and does the job''". Nevertheless, many fans consider this to be the band's finest work and as stated in an interview Rich War ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rising (Stuck Mojo Album)
''Rising'' is the third album by Atlanta rap metal group Stuck Mojo. Unlike the previous two, this album found considerable mainstream success, most likely due to the music video for the song "Rising", which featured WCW members Diamond Dallas Page, Raven and The Flock. This video received considerable airplay as well as being played on ''WCW Monday Nitro''. The WCW United States Championship belt is pictured on the cover. ''Rising'' sold over 3 million copies, becoming Century Media's highest selling album until 2004, when Lacuna Coil's album ''Comalies'' broke that record. This album features a slightly larger lean towards hip hop Hip-hop or hip hop (originally disco rap) is a popular music genre that emerged in the early 1970s from the African-American community of New York City. The style is characterized by its synthesis of a wide range of musical techniques. Hip- ..., a notable exception after the aggressive '' Pigwalk'' album. Track listing #"Intro" :30 #"Cro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
