Now with LIVE shows and so much more! PPN Radio Returned in January 2025 via Mixcloud.. We will be producing and streaming 4 to 6 hour LIVE shows such as Friday Night Metal, Fun Day Sunday, specials, and random talk that will be of interest to you, along with our automated streams to fill in the gaps between live shows! We have secured streaming service from Mixcloud, a platform that allows all types of music related programs. Mixcloud exists to help people connect through music and they’ve built a brand that reflects how they behave and what they believe in. Mixcloud’s mission is to help connect people through music. They are building a space where every genre and sub culture within music can thrive, championing the grassroots communities behind each one.. Even as a digital platform, there is a human touch to all parts of the experience. All that being said, PPN Radio is back! We have some big plans to increase our offerings by bringing on new talent, offering diverse shows along the PPN Radio staple of 24/7 Metal streaming. Be sure to check it out by visiting our Mixcloud page, grabbing the mobile apps, or if you already have Mixcloud, searching for PPN radio and PPN Studio, start listening and favorite us. Don’t forget to tell your friends, and re-post this if you can.
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Rush Drummer Neil Peart Dies at Age 67
Neil Peart, legendary drummer and lyricist for the band Rush, died this past Tuesday, January 7 in Santa Monica, CA. He was 67-years-old. The cause of death was brain cancer, “which he had been quietly battling for three years”, according to Elliot Mintz, a spokesperson for the Peart family. Peart retired in 2015. His retirement also marked the end of Rush. Rush members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have issued the following statement regarding the death of drummer Neil Peart, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 67 from brain cancer: “It is with broken hearts and the deepest sadness that we must share the terrible news that on Tuesday our friend, soul brother and band mate of over 45 years, Neil, has lost his incredibly brave three and a half year battle with brain cancer (Glioblastoma). We ask that friends, fans, and media alike understandably respect the family’s need for privacy and peace at this extremely painful and difficult time. Those wishing to express their condolences can choose a cancer research group or charity of their choice and make a donation in Neil Peart’s name. “Rest in peace brother. “Neil Peart September 12, 1952 – January 7, 2020” Our thoughts are with Peart’s loved ones during this difficult time. RIP Neil, you inspired many and will be missed by many more.
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IRON MAIDEN take IGN behind-the-scenes on their huge, game-inspired LEGACY OF THE BEAST World Tour…
Wednesday, February 20, 2019 — London, UK – In advance of the 2019 North, Central and South American legs of IRON MAIDEN’s Legacy Of The Beast World Tour, gaming and entertainment giant IGN were granted unique behind-the-scenes access at several shows during the band’s 2018 European run. Unveiling the story of how one of music’s most iconic global names took inspiration from their own mobile game to create arguably their most celebrated live show of all time, the video piece features interviews with both Iron Maiden’s drummer Nicko McBrain and Manager, Rod Smallwood, on their hallowed stage at Birmingham’s Genting Arena last year. The game was created in close collaboration with IRON MAIDEN and its management team, with the band visiting the game studio in April 2016 prior to the game’s launch in July that year. MAIDEN founder member and bassist STEVE HARRIS recently, personally oversaw the design of a ‘Bass Eddie’ character centred on the classic “Fear of the Dark (Live)” single artwork, that is now not too dissimilar to ‘Arry himself! Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, is available now for free on Apple’s App Store and Google Play. The Legacy Of The Beast World Tour sees the stage design built around the different interlocking “worlds” of the game with a set list covering a large selection of Eighties material with a handful of surprises from later albums to add diversity. Rock and gaming fans will know that MAIDEN pioneered the game/tour concept with their own Ed Hunter project back in 1999. Dave Shack, Managing […]
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