According to the House of Blues web site, POISON and RATT will play the Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk in Universal City, California on Sunday, August 12. Although there has been no official confirmation on the matter, speculation is that RATT's lineup for the tour will include Stephen Pearcy on vocals, Warren DeMartini on guitar and Bobby Blotzer on drums, with bassist Juan Croucier opting to sit out the reunion trek. More dates are expected to be announced soon.

POISON is currently in the studio recording an album of classic rock songs with producer Don Was. A late spring/early summer release is expected.

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STRYPER's official web site has been updated with the following message:

"STRYPER will be performing in Atlanta GA on April 28, 2007. XXXchurch.com (the #1 Christian porn website) and World Impact Wrestling present a night of wrestling, music and debate. Featuring a performance by STRYPER and 'The Great Porn Debate' between Craig Gross of XXXchurch and Ron Jeremy, adult porn star.

"Visit www.centerstage-atlanta.com for venue information and www.unscripted2007.com for show details."

As previously reported, MVD Entertainment Group has set an April 24 release date for STRYPER's "Live in Puerto Rico" DVD.

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DREAM THEATER has announced the first date of its upcoming U.S. headlining tour. It is as follows:

July 27 - Gibson Amphitheater - Los Angeles, CA

Opening acts have yet to be confirmed.

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