The Eve of Destruction mod is getting ready to release their update for Battlefield Vietnam soon. As a teaser, here are 13 maps from the upcoming release, along with some cool looking screenshots.
Eve of Destruction Mod for BFV
Its Finally Here
Community Update Battlefield Vietnam 1.2 is finally here on the EA site. See http://www.eagames.com/official/battlefield/vietnam/us/home.jsp for all the updates. This should fix the temple on Ho Chi Mihn and to some extent helo raping. Full Patch is 295 Mb but there is a ver 1.1 -> 1.2 Update as well. Good luck the download link isnt working for me right now.
So, what do you think? Is it worth it? Ed. Continue reading Its Finally Here
Stern moves to satellite network radio
Shock jock Howard Stern is headed to satellite radio, where listeners will have to pay to listen to him.
Stern and Sirius Satellite Radio have announced a five-year deal beginning January 2006.
read the full article here:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/3721290.stm
Yea, but does this mean he is out from under the control of the FCC? If so, isnt that a good thing for Stern? Ed.
Rockn The News – October 6, 2004
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Endo Cover Prince
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The PRP reports: Endo recently tracked a cover of Princes “When Doves Cry” and will be shooting a video for it shortly with director Mark Cooper. It is expected to make its way online shortly after, appearing on the bands soon to be re-launched official website.
Full Story – http://www.theprp.com/
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Van Halen Trouble?
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BW&BK reports: Hot off the rumor mill – BW&BK sources have learned that since VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen fired all of vocalist SAMMY HAGARs road crew, tension in the band has been at an all time high.
In fact, its been described that Eddie and Sammy “Hate” each other and apparently Sammy has already threatened to bail on the tour numerous times.
Our source was told that “this is it for VH with Sammy. There will be no other tours or new album.” [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.bravewords.com/news.html?id=18484
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Manson Mask
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Blabbermouth reports: The official MARILYN MANSON mask is currently available for purchase from MANSONs official web site. The mask, which was made by The Monster Makers, is fabricated directly from MANSONs actual face casting. Each mask costs $24.95 [see full story for more, including a link to a photo and news on the upcoming tour]
Full Story – http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=27640
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Bon Jovi Box
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Reuters reports: “I Get a Rush,” “Miss Fourth of July” and “Garageland” are a few of the previously unreleased cuts that will highlight the forthcoming five-disc box set “100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Cant Be Wrong.”
Due Nov. 16 via Island, the set will feature 38 recordings that have never seen the light of day, 12 rare non-album tracks and a DVD of previously unseen interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml;jsessionid=0BLIRNMOGHKD4CRBAEOCFFA?type=musicNews&storyID=6421214
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Mushroomhead Find Voice
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IAYM reports: Mushroomhead have announced that they have “secured a new frontman to replace J-Mann”, who exited the band earlier this year. The group will be entering the studio to work on their next full length effort in December, however prior to that they have lined up [a few tourdates, see full story]
Full Story – http://www.iateyourmicrophone.com/
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Setzer Reissue
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liveDaily reports: The Brian Setzer Orchestra is gearing up for the re-release of its 2002 holiday set, “Boogie Woogie Christmas”–which will feature previously unreleased bonus material–and a short round of supporting tour dates.
The group is slated to give three December performances in California, and then heads east for back-to-back shows at Caesars Palace in Atlantic City, NJ, on New Years Eve and New Years Day. [see full story for more, including dates]
Full Story – http://www.livedaily.com/news/7143.html
Battlefield Vietnam 1.2 Patch Release Date Announced
In a Community Update, EA and DICE announced today that the 1.2 patch for Battlefield Vietnam will be available for download on Thursday October 7th, 2004 (about time dont you think?). To further tease us, they are releasing clips of some of the new weapons, maps and features. Three are out so far on the AC-47 Gunship, the T-72, and the new map “Saigon Sewers” (LoU I think they stole your map idea!).
I would post some of the pictures, but it is late and I am feeling lazy so all you get is a link.
Enjoy.
Ministry To The Rescue
Here is an interesting tidbit for you. Right before Vampires: The Masquerade – Bloodlines was due to be released, Rob Zombie pulled out of doing the theme song. In a pinch, Activision asked Ministrys main man, Al Jourgensen to fill in. Lucky for Activision, Ministry was working on their latest album. So Al jumped on a plane and headed to Activisions headquarters to check out the game. He was so blown away that he wrote the song in his head on the plane coming back from his trip.
Dont count on Bloodlines being on the new Ministry album, Houses of the Mole as it didnt make it in time. They did state their is a chance you might hear it on tour and you will deffinately hear it on the game.
Doom 3 1.1 Patch Released
Woohoo!!! The Doom 3 1.1 patch has been realeased.
“The 1.1 update for DOOM 3 includes a number of improvements and fixes for both single player and multiplayer components. The update also includes a new “Dedicated Server” executable.”
Head over to the official Doom 3 web site to grab the 17mb update.
Click read more for the update information! Continue reading Doom 3 1.1 Patch Released
Rockn The News – September 27, 2004
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Manson Injury
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AP reports: Shock rocker Marilyn Mansons drummer broke his wrist and suffered a slight concussion in a fall from the stage at an event in Germany, organizers said Saturday.
Drummer Ginger Fish was taken to a hospital in Cologne for treatment after the incident Friday night and was released Saturday, the Viva television channel said in a statement.
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Slipknot Toothache
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Blabbermouth reports: SLIPKNOTs “samples and media” guy, Craig Jones #133 (a.k.a. #5), has been forced to sit out the early portion of the groups current European tour due to a “medical emergency.” The bands official statement on the matter reads as follows:
“Weve made it thru 10 years without a member of SLIPKNOT missing a single show, but due to emergency medical reasons one of our brothers has been forced to return to Des Moines, IA.
“Craig Jones #133 ( #5), has been suffering incredible pain during the first week of our European tour and has been unable to eat or sleep properly. Therefore, a decision was made for him to return to the States for emergency dental surgery. [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=27311 Continue reading Rockn The News – September 27, 2004
LoTR: Return Of The King Extended DVD Now Available
Well, kind of. You can preorder it starting October 1st, with an expected delivery date of December 14. Here are a few items that excite me:
FEATURE (approx. 250 minutes) – A new version of the final installment in the epic trilogy! The Academy-Award® winning film now has 50 minutes of never-before-seen footage incorporated into the film for this highly-anticipated video release:
and…..
Cast commentary also features dialogue between split-personality characters Gollum and Smeagol (Andy Serkis)!
Get the full scoop at LordOfTheRings.net.
Forgotten Hope Released v0.65!
Forgotten Hope v0.65 has been released!
For those of you that dont know about this amazing BattleField 1942 mod:
“This mod takes place in the time around 1940 and 1941, when the power of the Wehrmacht was reaching its peak. Forgotten Hope will bring you two new armies: The French and Italian Forces. But there are also new weapons for the Germans and British armies planned, and later on also other new nations will make their way into the mod. “
Note: This is a HUGE modification to BF1942! File size is 1.7gig. There are many ways to download the modification. Three seperate files, one large file or BitTorent.
Visit their website here: FH Homepage
Half-Life 2 – Another delay???
Well, GameSpot has an article talking about how Vivendi Universal Games has the right to hold onto the much anticipated Half-Life 2 for another six months.
“Court filings show VU Games has the right to sit on finished Half-Life 2 code for up to six months. Could it be deja vu all over again?”
Could this be yet another addition to the soapopera of Half-Life 2?
Read the full article here: GameSpot – Half-Life 2 held hostage Continue reading Half-Life 2 – Another delay???
ATI Omega Drivers Released (catalyst 4.9)
Hey guys, Just wanted to let everyone know that Omegadrivers.net has released their Omega driver for ATI Radeon Family. These drivers are to replace the ATI catalyst 4.9 drivers. These drivers have no overhead to them, and allow some limited tweaking to your card. I will be installing them, and will let you know if there are any troubles. Find the drivers at http://www.omegadrivers.net
Rockn The News – September 23, 2004
We fell behind on the music news, so this one is a biggie. Click Read More…. for all the rest.
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Stapps Hopes For Reunion
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Rockdirt reports: Although Scott Stapp is in the midst of launching his solo career, the singer has not ruled out a future Creed reunion. “I think me and [guitarist] Mark [Tremonti] together are way better than we are individually,” asserts Scott. “As far as Im concerned, the door is always open. If hes ever wanting to get back together, Im sure thats a definite reality and possibility.”
Full Story – http://www.rockdirt.com/
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Labels Making A Killing From Downloads?
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tinfoil music reports: Record labels are now making more per track with digital music downloads then they are on CDs in stores. Because of this, the minimal margins that a digital music service makes on each track will most likely cause a serious shake down on the digital music industry in five years.
Figures from Apples US iTunes state that about 62 cents or more go to the record companies while only 4 cents go to support the company selling the music, in this case iTunes. This leaves about 8 cents for the music publisher.
It is also now known that with digital music over CDs, the record companies have doubled their share of the royalties even though the manufacturing cost has gone to almost nothing for digital downloads. [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://music.tinfoil.net/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=998
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Ozzy Gagged For Charity
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Blabbermouth reports: World Entertainment News Network is reporting that Ozzy Osbourne has poked fun at his reputation as a foul-mouthed rocker by appearing gagged in an advertisement for a British television charity event Children In Need.
The BLACK SABBATH singer is rendered silent by tape covering his mouth in the sketch, while his wife Sharon promises viewers Osbourne will raise funds by abstaining from swearing for 24 hours.
However, as soon as Sharon makes the pledge, Osbourne rips off the tape and is partially censored as he screams, “No swear f**king words? Youve got to be f**king joking.
“Im the Prince of Darkness – they expect me to f**king swear.” [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=27180
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Metallica Vs Megadeth
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Chart Attack reports: Megadeth founder/singer/guitarist Dave Mustaine has every right to be pissed. The original lead guitarist for Metallica 20 years ago, hes been getting screwed over by them via taunting and/or being outright ignored for years.
And now theyre screwing with him again. This time around, the kick in the ass comes prior to the release of Megadeths 10th official studio effort This System Has Failed (Sanctuary/EMI). While Mustaine has a number of lucid comments on This System Has Failed [the album speaks for itself frankly], the sordid Megadeth history and his own career, its when hes able to vent about the Metallica movie Some Kind Of Monster that his wit and frustration truly come out.
“Everyone says how the part with me [in the movie] is the most intense. Yeah, because Im the only one who thinks Lars is a punk,” he continues. “Everyone else is afraid of him. He looks like a fuckin Eminem wannabe right now. Anyone who watches that movie and doesnt realize that whoever comes into contact with Lars hates him… If you watch the movie closely, you see that Lars treats everyone so badly. They all end up in therapy! Even the counselor ended up in therapy!” [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.chartattack.com/damn/2004/09/2105.cfm
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New Van Halen CD Plans?
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Blabbermouth reports: According to a posting at MelodicRock.com, VAN HALEN drummer Alex Van Halen told radio station Q95 (Indianapolis) earlier this week that tentative plans exist for the group to record a new studio album in the near future. Current VAN HALEN rumors suggest a slew of tour dates outside the USA for 2005, including Europe, Japan and Australia and also that Eddie Van Halen might have parted company with Peavy guitars.
Full Story – http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=27117
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Murderdoll Snags Amen Axe
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Blabbermouth reports: MURDERDOLLS frontman Wednesday 13 has secured the services of former AMEN guitarist Matt “Pig” Montgomery for the his “Look What The Bats Dragged In” November European solo tour.
Commented Wednesday: ” Pig is the perfect guy for this. Were both horror movie junkies, and the whole reason we got into music in the first place was ALICE COOPER…this tour is going to be so much more exciting now that hes on board.”
The former AMEN guitarist will take a well-deserved “holiday from hell” on the 14-date “trick or treat” alongside “13”. [see full story for more]
Full Story – http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=27132 Continue reading Rockn The News – September 23, 2004