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Metal News for September 4, 2001

Last updated on October 4, 2025 at 12:08 AM ET

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5 news articles posted on this day.

Metallideth or Megallica?

Total Rock reports that the collaboration between Metallica and Megadeth, first suggested by Dave Mustaine, seems to be gathering momentum, with Mustaine himself publicly revealing that he has had talks with both James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. The proposed supergroup, which would also include Megadeth bassist Dave Ellefson, might be some way off, as the Megadeth plan to complete their US tour.

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Kill II This Denies Split

Kill II This have strongly denied internet speculation that they are on the verge of splitting up. Despite losing vocalist Matt Pollock and their record deal with Visible Noise, the band are determined to carry on.

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A Filthy Black Christmas

Total Rock report that Cradle Of Filth are expected to become the third act confirmed for the 'Black Christmas' tour of America, which happens in November and December. Already on the bill are Ozzy and Rob Zombie, with two more bands (apart from COF) set to be announced soon.

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Headline News

System of a Down Show Sparks Riot

A planned free show in Los Angeles on Monday September 3 by System of a Down turned into a mini-riot after police pulled the plug on the gig.

Read the full article at CDNow AllStar News.

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