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Remainder of Lamb of God Vocalist Randy Blythe's Manslaughter Trial Delayed Until March

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:47:54 +0000

The current Czech manslaughter trial of Randy Blythe has been delayed until March 4 at the request of the Lamb of God singer and his defense team, according to WTVR. During Day 3 of the trial today (Feb. 6), Blythe asked for the delay to accommodate a sick witness who couldn't make it to court this week. Following one more day in court tomorrow to allow another witness to testify, Blythe is expected to return to the United States until the trial resumes.

Lamb of God's Randy Blythe 'Getting Ready Mentally' for Czech Republic Trial

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 15:10:42 +0000

One month ago, Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe was handed the reality of a court date in the Czech Republic. Facing manslaughter charges in an incredibly controversial case stemming from a 2010 concert incident, Blythe's legal proceedings are set to begin on Feb. 4. With the proverbial hourglass drawing closer to an empty top, Blythe recently posted a poetic and introspective piece of writing on his Instagram account detailing his thoughts.

Fan-Generated Randy Blythe Online Petition Receives U.S. Department of State Response

Chad Childers — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 18:00:29 +0000

The U.S. government may not have been forthcoming with information to Randy Blythe before the Lamb of God singer traveled to the Czech Republic and found himself serving a jail stint over the summer, but they're definitely keeping an eye on his alleged manslaughter case now.

Lamb of God's Randy Blythe Officially Indicted on Manslaughter Charges in Czech Republic

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:55:01 +0000

Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe was released from a Czech prison on Aug. 2, and although he's back home in the United States and touring with his band, word has just come through of a major development in his case. The State Attorney's Office in Prague officially indicted Blythe on manslaughter charges on Friday, Nov. 30, which means that Blythe will likely stand trial in the near future.

Lamb of God's Randy Blythe to Learn if He'll Stand Trial for Criminal Charges by November's End

Chad Childers — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 15:15:50 +0000

Lamb of God‘s Randy Blythe will learn in the coming weeks whether or not he’ll have to stand trial on criminal charges in the Czech Republic, as the case file has been sent to the prosecutor for review. Czech news site iDNES.cz reports that police have completed their investigation into the alleged manslaughter case and recommended [...]

Randy Blythe Offers First Post-Prison Interview: 'I Have to Clear My Name'

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 22:00:50 +0000

After being held in a Czech prison for more than a month, Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe was released on Thursday (Aug.2) and his first post-prison interview was captured by the Czech media outlet TN.cz. The reporter and his camera crew caught up with Blythe while he was waiting at the airport to fly home to the United States.

Breaking News: Randy Blythe Finally Freed From Prison, Lamb of God to Headline Knotfest

Puff — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 15:04:01 +0000

Randy Blythe, frontman for Lamb of God, has FINALLY been released from Prague in the Czech Republic. Lamb of God's publicist Adrenaline PR released the following statement this morning.

Halestorm Discuss Randy Blythe, Glee + More

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 19:00:08 +0000

As Halestorm’s stock continues to rise with the release of their latest disc ‘The Strange Case Of…,’ the band is on a nonstop road trip bringing their live show to fans across the country. In a new interview with WGRD 97.9, the band checked in to chat about the Randy Blythe situation, having their music featured on ‘Glee’ and how their writing process has evolved.

Gwar Singer Oderus Urungus Supporting Lamb of God's Randy Blythe With Fundraising Show

Chad Childers — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:00:01 +0000

Gwar singer Oderus Urungus was one of the first artists to not only support Lamb of God‘s Randy Blythe after he was arrested in the Czech Republic, he was also among the first to single out the lack of mainstream media coverage for the musician.

Randy Blythe Supporters to Hold Vigil in Front of U.S. Supreme Court

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 21:00:30 +0000

While Lamb of God singer Randy Blythe remains in a Czech prison, facing manslaughter charges stemming from an incident where a fan died after an alleged onstage altercation with Blythe in May 2010, his hometown supporters in Richmond, Va. continue to do their part for him. Friends of Blythe are staging a vigil out front of the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, July 22 from 1PM to 3PM ET.

Randy Blythe Gets New Bail Hearing Court Date, Can Remain Imprisoned for 6 Months If Denied

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:00:09 +0000

As the public outcry for the release of Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe from a Czech prison where he’s being held gets louder and louder, his release now suffers another setback. Blythe, who was recently arrested in the Czech Republic on charges of manslaughter from an alleged incident during a show that resulted in [...]

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Show Support for Arrested Lamb of God Frontman Randy Blythe

Billy Dukes — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:00:35 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon are joining a wave of support for imprisoned Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe. Blythe’s band previously played Ozzfest, becoming close to the first couple of heavy metal. He was arrested on June 27 in the Czech Republic.

Fans Show Support for Randy Blythe at Rally in Lamb of God's Hometown of Richmond, Virginia

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 18:00:58 +0000

While Lamb of God singer Randy Blythe languishes in a jail in the Czech Republic facing manslaughter charges despite posting bail, his supporters came out in full effect in his hometown of Richmond, Va., on Sunday, July 8, staging a rally and vigil. Despite the love, Blythe remains imprisoned, as the prosecutor is protesting his release.

Wayne Static Dishes on Static-X Tour, Possible New Album + Randy Blythe

Chuck Armstrong — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 14:00:23 +0000

Metal fans rejoice! It was just announced that Static-X are hitting the road. That’s right, frontman Wayne Static is putting his solo work aside and diving into the band’s 2012 Noise Revolution Tour. Static-X will be joined by Davey Suicide and 9 Electric for the first string of dates.

Lamb of God Launch Official Donation Page for Randy Blythe Legal Fund

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 05:00:30 +0000

As Randy Blythe‘s legal fees begin to add up as he remains incarcerated in a Prague, Czech Republic, prison, Lamb of God have set up an online destination for donations to Blythe’s legal fund.

Lamb of God's Randy Blythe Posts Bail, Still in Czech Custody

Chad Bowar — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 20:00:48 +0000

The ongoing legal saga of Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe had an important development today (July 3); he made bail. Blythe posted the approximately $200,000 bail in Prague, but remains in Czech custody due to statutory deadlines and holidays.

Lamb of God's Randy Blythe Drops Another Pipebomb on Internet Censorship

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:08:14 +0000

Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe is one of the most opinionated and thought-provoking figures in modern metal. With the entire world talking about the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA), people everywhere are finally catching up to what Blythe has been talking about for some time.