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A Chat with Chaos Theory

What’s up Metalheads and Hard Rockers!? If you’ve been tuned into the local Hard Rock & Metal scene in Nova Scotia for the past couple of years, you’ll have no doubt have heard their music or seen Chaos Theory live at a local club gig. Their self-titled release in the... Continue Reading

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KISS touring Atlantic Canada in July/August; Saint John, Halifax, and St. Johns.

Early this morning, it was announced on Gene Simmons’ official website that his band, KISS would be touring Canada throughout July and August. This news follows interview accounts from Paul Stanley that the band would undergo a full Canadian tour in support of their new album, “Monster”, released late last... Continue Reading

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Mötley Crüe coming to Halifax, St. John’s in April? Christmas announcement? More Cities?

As the holidays come closer, concert rumours are beginning to get a little “heavy”, seriously. Sources very close to ACR say that Metal legends Mötley Crüe have signed on for a full Canadian tour with the Atlantic dates just confirmed last week. This would be the first time the group has performed... Continue Reading

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ROCK THE HILL 2011 – Looking for 50/50 winner!

Halifax, NS – During the Rock the Hill 2011 event held on the Halifax Garrison Grounds on July 14th, the winning 50/50 draw ticket number was not announced and they are looking for a winner. “During our Rock the Hill 2011 event we were unable to announce the Shriners 50/50... Continue Reading

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REVIEW: Metallica Rocks The Hill, July 14th 2011; What's next?

As fans approached Citadel Hill with black t-shirts, jeans, and ball caps, the sound of heavy metal and a pumped up crowd filled the air. At-least 30,000 showed up for what would be one of the greatest shows Halifax has ever seen. Music lovers had trouble putting last nights show... Continue Reading

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What you NEED to know to ROCK THE HILL this Thursday!

As many of you know, ROCK THE HILL 2011 will be taking place in just two days on the beautiful Citadel Hill. There are a few things that music fans will need to know in order to enjoy the show to its fullest. The show takes place JULY 14TH and... Continue Reading

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Rock The Hill featuring Metallica goes forward!

It’s a go! Press Release: Rock the Hill Goes Forward (June 28, 2011) – *MacKay Entertainment Inc. and Halifax Regional Municipality are very pleased to confirm that “Rock the Hill” is going forward as planned. In recent days, issues have been raised with respect to the provision of services associated... Continue Reading

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REMINDER: Metallica tickets on sale TOMORROW at noon; Helpful buying tips.

Metallica tickets will go on-sale for their Halifax show on Citadel Hill TOMORROW, Thursday May 12 at noon ADT. This is sure to be an amazing show, and will be remembered for the rest of our lives. Tickets could however, become limited as this show is expected to sell out... Continue Reading

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Rock the Hill Lineup announced; Metallica, Matt Mays, Seether and more; Tickets on sale May 12th.

The rumours are true! As ACR first reported three weeks ago, Metallica will be rocking Citadel Hill in Halifax on July 14th, and music lovers are ecstatic. Concert promoter Harold MacKay today officially announced that the “Rock The Hill” festival will take place on the Halifax Garrison Grounds this July.... Continue Reading

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Perfecting the gig: Rock The Hill 2011 announcement featuring Metallica pushed to Monday; Potential opening acts.

A very close source tells Atlantic Canada Rocks that the Metallica show scheduled for July 14th on Citadel Hill will be announced Monday. The festival is expected to be branded under the name “Rock The Hill”. A splash page has been setup at rockthehill.ca telling fans to stay tuned. In... Continue Reading