SCHECTER GUITARS RELEASE FEATURES & SPECS OF SPECIAL EDITION SYNYSTER CUSTOM IN JOKER PURPLE.

Schecter Guitars have released the features and specifications of the“Special Edition Synyster Custom” that is Joker Purple w/ Metallic Green stripes. The guitar will run you about $1499.

SCHECTER GUITARS RELEASE FEATURES & SPECS OF “ZV CUSTOM REISSUE.”

Schecter Guitars have released the features and specifications of the “ZV Custom Reissue.” Both models come in at around $1100.

UN D VIDED’S HARLEY DEWINTER INCLUDES TRIBUTE TO JIMMY “THE REV” SULLIVAN ON NEW DRUM KIT.

Harley deWinter, drummer of Un D Vided, showed off his brand new kit at NAMM 2012 on Friday. On it he included 
a tribute to Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan with a custom Day-Of-The-Dead Deathbat and more. The 12 inch Rack Tom was painted by Craig Fraser of Rockett Drum Works.

“This kit was designed by Harley and more specifically he insisted that there be a tribute to his favorite drummer, James “The Rev” Sullivan. Craig Fraser took it to the next level and made the entire drum a tribute to “The Rev” Hope you enjoy.”

SYNYSTER GATES & M SHADOWS AT NAMM 2012 + GUITAR AUTOGRAPHED BY SYN AND M SHADOWS.

Synyster Gates and M Shadows stopped by the Schecter Guitars booth atNAMM 2012 to take part in an autograph signing for attendees. Arin Ilejaywas also caught there by Un D Vided‘s Klarissa. Schecter also announcedthey’ll be giving fans a shot at winning a guitar autographed by Syn and M Shadows along with others so keep an eye out for that announcement.

- Suzy Haner has shared a photo of M Shadows and Synyster Gates at NAMM.
- Schecter Guitars shared a video of quite a line of people waiting for an autograph signing to kick off. A second video posted reveals they were getting ready for M Shadows and Synyster Gates.

Vote Avenged Sevenfold In The Grammy’s “GRAMMY Live Contest.”

The Grammy’s may have gone a bit downhill over the past few years but there’s no denying the honor of being nominated or winning an award. Avenged Sevenfold have never had the chance though they’ve been submitted and while those who vote may not know what they’re missing out on our voices as fans can be heard. As of right now they’re holding a contest entitled the “GRAMMY Live Contest” where you can vote for your favorite band or musician to have an opportunity to take part in music’s biggest week. Make sure to head over and put your vote in for Avenged Sevenfold, you can do so up to 10 times per day. Voting ends in a few days, winners will be announced on 1/24/12. The Grammy’s take place on Feb 12th at 9/8c on CBS.

Avenged Sevenfold Headlining Sonisphere UK Rumor, Indonesia Information And More.

Larry Jacobson took to his twitter today to pass along some information to curious fans.
- When asked about the rumor that Avenged Sevenfold would be headlining Sonisphere UK this year he simply stated that it was “Not true.”
- There was good news for fans in Indonesia as he did say “Details coming soon” to a fan that asked when the band would be making their way there.
- “More details” are also on their way “soon” for fans wanting to see the band in Singapore.
- Looks like Malaysia may be getting lucky too.

Avenged Sevenfold Do WWE Monday Night Raw.

M Shadows, Zacky Vengeance, Johnny Christ, Arin Ilejay (and apparently Synyster Gates) were spotted during last nights WWE Monday Night RAW event in Anaheim, CA as Chris Jericho made his way to the ring. You can find M Shadows at 5:21-5:27 while Johnny Christ & Zacky Vengeance come in around 5:39-5:43.

Metallic Mini-Print Photo Of M Shadows Available From Jeremy Saffer.

Photographer Jeremy Saffer is having a $5 sale on some photos he’s shot which includes a 4×6 Metallic Mini-Print of M Shadows taken a few yeas ago for Hardcore Ink Magazine. Use the code “MINI” for free shipping world-wide on mini-prints alone. You can also purchase the Limited Edition Metallic 8×12 print of the same photo for $10 but be quick because only 13 were made. The 8×12 prints are now sold out. Photos printed on Kodak Endura Metallic paper. Watermark does not appear on purchased photo.

Read Rock Sound’s Interview With Avenged Sevenfold For Their Class Of 2012 Issue.

Rock Sound have released their “Class Of 2012″ issue and inside there’s an interview with M Shadows in which he talks about the next year for Avenged Sevenfold. Deathbat News reader Rena was kind enough to scan the article and send it in to be shared.

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Avenged Sevenfold Interview Featured In New Metal Hammer Issue.

A new interview with Avenged Sevenfold is featured in the latest issue of Metal Hammer featuring Phil Anselmo on the cover where the publication kicks off its preview of 2012. You can purchase it online here.

It all ties into our massive 2012 preview feature, featuring interviews with the likes of AVENGED SEVENFOLD, SABATON, COHEED AND CAMBRIA, WHILE SHE SLEEPS, GOJIRA, MESHUGGAH, THE DARKNESS, SOULFLY and every total legend, plucky n00b and underground veteran we’re backing to make 2012 a memorable one.

Schecter Guitars: 2012 Synyster Special In Gloss White.

Schecter Guitar’s gave Avenged Sevenfold fans a sneak peek at the Synyster Special in Gloss White due out in 2012. The Gloss Black Synyster Gates Special debuted earlier last year.

ARTISTdirect’s “The Six-String Titans of the Twenty First Century: Best Modern Guitarists” List.

ARTISTdirect have published their list of “The Six-String Titans of the Twenty First Century: Best Modern Guitarists.” It’s no shock that both Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance made the list.

You’ve heard of a “rock opera”? Well, over the years, A7X have evolved into somewhat of a glorious heavy metal opera. It’s almost Guns N’ Roses meets The Nightmare Before Christmas, isn’t it? And hey- we’re not here to complain. Love them both! Here’s to Avenged and their incredible musical ambitions.