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Rock Birthdays
Rock Birthdays
Rock Birthdays
Happy Birthday today (March 4) to former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted who turns 53. In remembrance today, bassist and founding Yes member Chris Squire would have been 68.
Going Dark
Going Dark
Going Dark
It appears no immediate future communication or interaction via social networking sites will be coming from Newsted.
Newsted Cancels
Newsted Cancels
Newsted Cancels
Not long after departing Megadeth's Sidewave shows, Newsted is cancelling concert dates through March -- including a scheduled appearance at the Soundwave Festival in Australia. Details on just why remain sketchy.
Megadeth Rep: Dave Mustaine Not Responsible for Booting Newsted Off Australian Shows
Megadeth Rep: Dave Mustaine Not Responsible for Booting Newsted Off Australian Shows
Megadeth Rep: Dave Mustaine Not Responsible for Booting Newsted Off Australian Shows
On Feb. 5, news broke that Newsted had been booted from two of Megadeth's upcoming Australian tour dates. It was stated by organizers that Jason Newsted's eponymous band were removed from the shows "at the request of Megadeth," but according to a Megadeth representative, the band had nothing to do with kicking Newsted off the Australian gigs.
Metallica Alumni Feud? Megadeth Boots Newsted Off Tour
Metallica Alumni Feud? Megadeth Boots Newsted Off Tour
Metallica Alumni Feud? Megadeth Boots Newsted Off Tour
Given that they are both former members of Metallica, one would think Dave Mustaine and Jason Newsted would get along famously. However, that appears not to be the case, as we learn that Newsted's self-titled band has been thrown off an Australian tour by headliners Megadeth.
Aaron On Newsted
Aaron On Newsted
Aaron On Newsted
Staind frontman Aaron Lewis has been busy as of late focusing on his original country music. With his focus away from Staind, another member of the band, guitarist Mike Mushok, joined forces with Jason Newsted's metal outfit earlier this year. Since that announcement, Lewis hasn't said much about Mushok playing with Newsted, until now. In an exclusive chat, Lewis openly shares his feelings about t
Jason Newsted Talks Bass Player Live! Concert
Jason Newsted Talks Bass Player Live! Concert
Jason Newsted Talks Bass Player Live! Concert
Jason Newsted was recently added to the inaugural Bass Player Live! Concert & Awards Show that will take place Nov. 9 at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, Calif. At the show, Newsted will have a chance to hobnob and rock out with such music greats as Geezer Butler, Zakk Wylde, Corey Taylor, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Rex Brown, Billy Sheehan and David Ellefson.

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