Exclusive: Metallica Attending Obama Swearing In

Yes, that’s right, the heavy metal giants are in Washington for the big January 20th shindig…
This of course on the heels of their induction announcement into the class of 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Punk-guitar pioneer Ron Asheton found dead

The world didn’t always give Ron Asheton his proper dues. But the Stooges guitarist certainly paid his dues to the world, helping transform the sound of rock music.
Fans and fellow musicians are mourning the death of Asheton, who was found dead early Tuesday at his home in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The death remains under investigation, though foul play is not suspected. Asheton was 60.
“I am in shock,” said Stooges singer Iggy Pop. “He was my best friend.”
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