Greg Srisavasdi has been covering press junkets and reviewing films since 1991, where he covered the movie beat for the UCLA Daily Bruin. After years working as a entertainment radio journalist for Westwood One, he currently writes and edits for DeepestDream.com. If he's not watching a movie, you can catch him glued to his iPad, playing iOS games and refusing to grow up!
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Joan Jett Sues Hot Topic Over Blackheart Trademark Beef
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Rock star Joan Jett's Blackheart Records Group Inc. is suing Hot Topic for trademark infringement, alleging the retail chain is selling women's clothing under the Blackheart label. The suit, filed June 12th in Manhattan federal court, is asking for unspecified damages as well as an injunction that will stop Hot Topic from selling their Blackheart lingerie line...
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Halestorm Star in ‘Bandfuse: Rock Legends’ Video Game Demonstration
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Grammy winning rockers Halestorm are taking their music to the gaming world, as they headline the new feature demonstration for the upcoming video game 'Bandfuse: Rock Legends.' The game enables players to connect their guitar, bass and microphones into various consoles
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Sepultura Powering Through Drum Tracks for Upcoming Album
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Brazilian metallers Sepultura have delved into the past to help craft their new album, as producer Ross Robinson (Korn, Slipknot, Limp Bizkit) has reunited with the group. Robinson, who produced the 1995 Sepultura album 'Roots,' is having the band record their new tracks at his Venice, Calif...
Alice in Chains’ Jerry Cantrell Visits E3 to Demonstrate ‘Rocksmith 2014′
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Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell stopped by the Electronics Entertainment Expo (E3) on Tuesday (June 11) to give a few music lessons via Ubisoft's new 'Rocksmith 2014' edition. Debuting in October, the new version enables players to plug a guitar and bass into various consoles, including the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, as they attempt to reach new rock horizons
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Halestorm Extend 2013 North American Touring Into Fall
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Halestorm won't have time to breathe for the rest of the summer, as the rockers have extended their touring through late September. The band, fronted by energetic vocalist and guitarist Lzzy Hale, are continuing their forward momentum after winning the Grammy for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance earlier this year...
Tom Morello Joins Agit8 Campaign With ‘Flesh Shapes the Day’ Song
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Whether it's with Rage Against the Machine or serving as the one-man act The Nightwatchman, Tom Morello has encouraged his fans to take an active voice in the world. Following that rationale, the guitarist has joined Bono's Agit8, a campaign that raises poverty awareness as the leaders of the eight wealthiest nations convene for the G8 summit...
Metallica Depositing More Music in the ‘Riff Bank’ for Next Album
Metallica are working on an ambitious album that will take a little time to nurture. The band describes their latest pieces of work as the "Riff Bank," and hopefully all these guitar hooks and crunches will be worth the wait. Fans expecting a quick turnaround for new material, however, will be disappointed.
Device Frontman David Draiman Speaks Out on Cyber Bullying
Device and Disturbed frontman David Draiman has always been more than willing to share his views on various topics, and one of the issues that's weighing on his mind lately is cyber bullying. The singer recorded a public service announcement for Musicians Opposed to Bullying to discuss the tragic repercussions of the heinous act.
Taproot Hit The Road for Final Leg of ‘Gift’ Tour
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Michigan based rockers Taproot are hitting the road for one more round of dates performing their debut album 'Gift' for their devoted fans, starting off with a June 21 stop in Toledo, Ohio. The added dates will finish up the group's headlining tour...
Linkin Park, Red Hot Chili Peppers + More Contribute to Grammy Charity Online Auctions
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Grammy Charity Online Auctions are offering up a fresh slate of rock memorabilia from such standout artists as Linkin Park, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Morello and Slash among others. Proceeds from the 'Get Ready to Rock' auction benefit MusiCares and the Grammy Foundation...