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Metal News for January 28, 2003

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Former Priest Drummer Arrested

Jan 28, 2003 at 11:03 PM by deathbringer (Source: Total Rock).

Dave Holland, the former Judas Priest drummer, has been arrested on a charge that he sexually assaulted a wheelchair bound 17-year-old with a mental age of eight. The 54-year-old has been released on bail.

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Ripper is Still With Judas Priest

Jan 28, 2003 at 11:01 PM by deathbringer (Source: Total Rock).

Contrary to reports otherwise, Ripper Owens has not left Judas Priest. In fact, the band are planning to work on a new studio album very soon.

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Hammerfall Confirmed For Bloodstock 03

Jan 28, 2003 at 11:00 PM by deathbringer (Source: Bloodstock).

Hammerfall are the latest band confirmed for Bloodstock 03 in the UK on Saturday 30th August 2003.

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Malevolent Creation US & European Tour Dates

Jan 28, 2003 at 10:56 PM by deathbringer (Source: Malevolent Creation).

Here are the latest US and European tour dates for Malevolent Creation: More...

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