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METAL HALL OF FAME TO BE FEATURED AT BIKE WEEK DAYTONA BEACH FLORIDA

Clifton, NJ (February 29, 2024) – The Metal Hall of Fame will be featured at Bike Week, the world’s largest motorcycle event in Daytona Beach Florida, from March 6-10, 2024, as part of the Hall’s “Metal Across America Tour.”

Fans can stop by the state-or-the-art Metal Hall of Fame Tour Bus located at the Aku Tiki Inn, 225 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, where there will be Metal Hall of Fame giveaways, a Podcast that will feature live updates from the event and the tour, a Meet & Greet with Pat Gesualdo, founder and president of the Metal Hall of Fame, and free samples from Rocavaka, “The Vaka That Rocks.”

The Metal Hall of Fame All Stars Charity CD will be available at the event as well. 100% of all proceeds from the charity CD goes to bringing free music programs to help special needs children and wounded veterans. The CD features all original music with Rudy Sarzo, (Whitesnake, Quiet Riot), Bob Daisley (Ozzy Osbourne, Rainbow), Bruce Kulick (Kiss, Union), Tim “Ripper” Owens (KK’s Priest, Judas Priest), Chris Impellitteri (Impellitteri), Bjorn Englen (Yngwie Malmsteen, Dio Disciples), Michael Romeo (Symphony X), Chris Poland (Megadeth, OHM), Tony MacAlpine, (Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan), Mike Tirelli, (Riot, Holy Mother), Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob), Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater, Kiss), and other legendary musicians. The project also features Pat Gesualdo, who tours the world as a professional drummer/clinician and author. He also made music and drumming history when he pioneered the Healing Art of Drum Therapy.

“We recently held the 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala, which was a great event as always, honoring those musicians who have worked nonstop for literally decades to help keep Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music relevant,” says Metal Hall of Fame founder and president Pat Gesualdo. The Gala was sponsored by Metallica’s BLACKENED whiskey, hosted by Eddie Trunk and Cathy Rankin, and featured various performances and Inductions with Tom Morello, Sebastian Bach, Mick Mars, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Cleopatra Records, Carlos Cavazo, Biohazard, Penelope Spheeris, a tribute to late owner of the Whisky a Go Go and Rainbow Bar & Grill, Mikeal Maglieri, and a special 40th career anniversary in Radio Induction for Eddie Trunk. Now we’re getting ready for Bike Week in Daytona Beach Florida, as part of the “Metal Across America Tour.” Florida is filled with metal heads, and I look forward to seeing many of the fans there!!”

About The Metal Hall of Fame
The Metal Hall of Fame “The most important night in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal,” is a non profit organization dedicated to enshrining iconic musicians and music industry executives who are responsible for making Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music what it is today.

About Bike Week
Bike Week is a 10-day festival that expands throughout Volusia County, Florida. There are hundreds of activities for motorcycle enthusiasts to enjoy, and over 500,000 thousand Bikers from around the world take part in the event.
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DAVID ELLEFSON, CHRIS POLAND, LONDON, AND OTHERS JUST ADDED FOR 2024 METAL HALL OF FAME GALA

 

Clifton, NJ, (January 10, 2024) – The Metal Hall of Fame is getting ready to rock Anaheim and Southern California once again with the 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala.

“The Most Important Night In Hard Rock and Heavy Metal!!” will take place January 24, 2024, at the Delta Marriott Garden Grove, Anaheim, CA. Performances  just added to the Gala include Kings of Thrash (featuring David Ellefson, Chris Poland, Jeff Young, Chaz Leon, and Fred Aching), along with Held Hostage, Deconstruct, and Hollywood’s favorite band LONDON, among others. Iconic musicians, industry executives, major television and movie producers, and surprise guests will also be in attendance, with All Star Jams taking place throughout the night.

The Gala will be hosted by Legendary Radio/Television Host Eddie Trunk, and Entertainment Personality Cathy Rankin. Top musicians will be performing to honor late Whisky a Go Go and Rainbow Bar & Grill owner Mikeal Maglieri. The Gala will also continue the 40th Anniversary celebration and Induction into the 2024 Metal Hall of Fame for Eddie Trunk, who is celebrating his 40th year in radio.

Blackened, the award winning whiskey from Metallica, will present the 2024 Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala, and will have a special sampling experience included in the price of admission, for all attendees ages 21 and over.

“As an inducted member of the Metal Hall of Fame myself, it’s an honor to perform with Kings of Thrash this year, as well as waiting to see so many iconic & longtime friends, artists and establishments. Those who have clearly helped define rock ‘n’ roll to be firmly planted into the history books for their outstanding contributions. This is an event you definitely don’t want to miss!,” says David Ellefson of Kings of Thrash.

“We are excited to have the 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala back in Anaheim again in 2024!! Not only are we dedicated to helping the fans celebrate Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, we need to honor those musicians and industry executives who work so hard to bring us the music we love so much,” says Pat Gesualdo, President of the Metal Hall of Fame.

7TH ANNUAL METAL HALL OF FAME GALA

Red Carpet Reception: 5:00PM

Awards Ceremony / Performances: 8:00PM

2024 METAL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES:

EDDIE TRUNK

MICK MARS (Special video induction)

SEBASTIAN BACH (Inducted by Wendy Dio)

TIM “RIPPER” OWENS (KK’s Priest, Solo Artist)

CARLOS CAVAZO (Quiet Riot)

PENELOPE SPHEERIS (Producer/Director: Decline of Western Civilization, Wayne’s World)

CLEOPATRA RECORDS

MIKEAL MAGLIERI / WHISKY a Go Go

BIOHAZARD

SURPRISE GUESTS / ALL STAR JAMS!!

GET TICKETS HERE:

45.00 With Seated Table.

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ABOUT THE METAL HALL OF FAME

The Metal Hall of Fame is a non profit, volunteer organization dedicated to forever enshrining the iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation.

100% of proceeds from Metal Hall of Fame events go to preserving Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Music for future generations, and also bring free music programs to help special needs children and wounded veterans in health facilities and community centers.

For more information, please visit www.metalhalloffame.org, or call 973-263-0420.

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EDDIE TRUNK, MICK MARS, SEBASTIAN BACH, TIM “RIPPER” OWENS, CARLOS CAVAZO, PENELOPE SPHEERIS, BIOHAZARD, WHISKY a Go Go TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE 2024 METAL HALL OF FAME

 

Clifton, NJ, (December 18, 2023) – The 2024 7TH Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala “The most important night in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal” will take place on January 24, 2024, at the Marriott Delta Garden Grove, Anaheim, CA, and will be hosted by radio Icon / 2024 Metal Hall of Fame Inductee Eddie Trunk, and entertainment personality Cathy Rankin.                                                     

The event will include a special 40th Anniversary Induction for Eddie Trunk, with surprise guests, live music performances, and an All-Star Jam.

2024 METAL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES:

EDDIE TRUNK (Special 40th Anniversary Induction)
MICK MARS (Special video induction)
SEBASTAIN BACH (Inducted by WENDY DIO)
TIM “RIPPER” OWENS (KK’s Priest, Judas Priest, Iced Earth)
CARLOS CAVAZO (Quiet Riot)
PENELOPE SPHEERIS (Producer/Director: Decline of Western Civilization, Wayne’s World)
MIKEAL MAGLIERI – WHISKY a Go Go
BIOHAZARD
SURPRISE GUESTS, PERFORMANCES, & ALL STAR JAM!!

 

GET TICKETS HERE:

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“The 2024 Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala is going to be another exciting night, with some legendary artists performing and sharing some great stories,” says Metal Hall of Fame President Pat Gesualdo.

BLACKENED®, the award winning whiskey from Metallica, is an official sponsor of the 2024 Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala and will have a special branding experience with free samples.                      

ABOUT THE METAL HALL OF FAME

The Metal Hall of Fame is a non profit, volunteer organization dedicated to forever enshrining the iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation.

100% of proceeds from Metal Hall of Fame events go to preserving Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Music for future generations, and also bring free music programs to help special needs children and wounded veterans in health facilities and community centers.

ABOUT SWEET AMBER DISTILLING CO.

Established in 2018, Sweet Amber Distilling Co. is a producer of hand-crafted spirits. Helmed by Co-Founder and CEO John Bilello, Sweet Amber launched with the creation of BLACKENED® – a masterful collaboration between late whiskey luminary Dave Pickerell and rock icons Metallica, which is now available in all 50 states and parts of Canada, with plans to expand rapidly. Sweet Amber is a nimble, dynamic organization that is completely virtual, allowing a greater flexibility, efficiency, and geographic coverage across the U.S. with depth of experience in the spirits and music industries.

For more information, please visit www.metalhalloffame.org, or call 973-263-0420.

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METALLICA’S BLACKENED® WHISKEY
TO SPONSOR ANNUAL METAL HALL OF FAME GALA

Clifton, NJ, (November 28, 2023) – BLACKENED®, the award winning whiskey from Metallica, will be a sponsor of the 2024 Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala, January 24, 2024, at the Marriott Delta Garden Grove, Anaheim, CA. BLACKENED® will have a special branding experience and will include a free sampling event for all Metal Hall of Fame Gala attendees ages 21 and over. Superstar Inductees, All Star musical performances, and an All Star Jam will be announced shortly. The evening will also include an All Star celebration and Induction for late Whisky a Go Go / Rainbow Bar &Grill owner Mikeal Maglieri. The Gala will be hosted by radio and television Icon Eddie Trunk, and entertainment personality Cathy Rankin.

“What an honor to have Metallica’s BLACKENED® Whiskey take part in our Annual Gala,” says Metal Hall of Fame Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “Metallica Inducted our dear friends, and their original record company founders, the late Jon and Marsha Zazula into the 2018 Metal Hall of Fame, and it’s great to have their whiskey brand take part in the Gala.”

“BLACKENED® was created as a way for us to connect with our fans and whiskey connoisseurs,” said Metallica drummer and co-founder, Lars Ulrich regarding BLACKENED’s® release of their commemorative 72 Seasons Batch, “This batch does exactly that. We know our fans have been waiting a long time for new music, and we want to celebrate this release with them in every possible way we can. This album is as much theirs as it is ours, and we’re excited to unveil this commemorative release of BLACKENED®.”

Limited tickets are available for the free BLACKENED® Tasting Experience, which is included in the price for a reserved table for the Gala. Tickets are available at the link below.

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ABOUT THE METAL HALL OF FAME

The Metal Hall of Fame is a non profit, volunteer organization dedicated to forever enshrining the iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making Hard Rock and Heavy Metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation.

The Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Gala has included many historical Hard Rock and Heavy Metal moments. For example, our idea to join with Sharon and   Ozzy Osbourne to have former Ozzy drummer Lee Kerslake accept his Platinum Record Awards for the “Blizzard of Ozz,” and “Diary of A Madman” albums after 39 years. Having Metallica Induct Megaforce Records founders Jon and Marsha Zazula. Inducting Judas Priest at Wacken Open Air. Inducting Triumph, and members of Kiss and Iron Maiden, among others for the 5th Year Anniversary Bash. Having featured Don Airey’s surprise Induction for Black Sabbath co-founding member Bill Ward (Especially after not seeing each other since recording together on Black Sabbath’s 1978 album “Never Say Die!). Inducting Anthrax at Heavy Montreal. Having Kathy and Kelle Rhoads Induct their brother Randy Rhoads. Having Wendy Dio Induct Ronnie James Dio. Slayer’s Kerri King surprise Induction for Metal Blade Records 35THAnniversary. Having Paul Stanley Induct KISS manager Doc McGhee. Having Brian May of Queen Induct Joe Satriani. These are just some of the Legendary memories that the Metal Hall of Fame has shared with Heavy Metal fans throughout the world.

100% of proceeds from Metal Hall of Fame events go to preserving Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Music for future generations, and also bring free music programs to help special needs children and wounded veterans in health facilities and community centers.

ABOUT SWEET AMBER DISTILLING CO.

Established in 2018, Sweet Amber Distilling Co. is a producer of hand-crafted spirits. Helmed by Co-Founder and CEO John Bilello, Sweet Amber launched with the creation of BLACKENED® – a masterful collaboration between late whiskey luminary Dave Pickerell and rock icons Metallica, which is now available in all 50 states and parts of Canada, with plans to expand rapidly. Sweet Amber is a nimble, dynamic organization that is completely virtual, allowing a greater flexibility, efficiency, and geographic coverage across the U.S. with depth of experience in the spirits and music industries.

For more information, please visit www.metalhalloffame.org, or call 973-263-0420.

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