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Posted on: October 11, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Selfmadegod Records New Release Update

Poland’s The audio-violence professionals at Poland’s Selfmadegod Records have confirmed the details of some upcoming releases being prepared for deployment later this year and in the early months of 2012, including ENCOFFINATION and STORMCROW, as well as split releases between CRYPTICUS/SCAREMAKER and MODUS DELICTI/ENEMY REIGN. Death dealers ENCOFFINATION will plague the Earth with their new opus, O’ Hell, Shine In Thy Whited Sepulchres this November. Picking up where they left…

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Posted on: October 11, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

FRS Bottles – Orange Cream, Blackberry Acai, Peach Mango, Cherry Limeade

We were fans of FRS the last time they sent over a package, and wanted to provide readers with a review of their FRS Bottles. These bottles are available at any well-stocked c-store or gas station; we were able to find them in Sheetz, for example. We were unable to try the Wild Berry (90 calorie) version of the FRS Bottles, but feel that our experiences with the rest of…

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Saturn – The Virgin Poet (CD)

Hey, its Purple-Rain era Prince meets any track from a John Hughes soundtrack and reconstituted into what is Saturn. The bad thing is that the recording of this album actually sounds as if it was on equipment from the eighties – the droning of emptiness is present throughout the disc, a sterility pervades the disc. As well as the aforementioned sterility, there is a repetition to the instrumentation on the…

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NeuFutur Introduces Gem Club

Glink! A rare stone dropped in the ocean. It sinks away from the light, and its gleam begins to wane, it darkens against the depth. Sinking into vastness, it looks almost like outer space, it could be floating, to the ocean’s ceiling floor. Here, there is no rising, there is no sinking, they are the same, growing and dying look identical. Gem Club exists in this space. They float up…

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Posted on: October 10, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

UK Noise Trio TEETH Release Gross Magic Remix of “Flowers”

London-based electronic-punk trio TEETH have released a new Gross Magic remix of their single “Flowers” for mp3 download. The original, “Flowers,” is taken from their recently released debut LP, WHATEVER via Moshi Moshi Records. Drawing ample buzz in the UK and recently signing with Fat Possum (Smith Westerns, Yuck), Gross Magic aka Sam McGarrigle takes on the single as his first official remix release. Receiving attention for their controversial internet…

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Rise Records Signs Lansing, MI’s CHEAP GIRLS

CHEAP GIRLS has inked a deal with boutique indie label Rise Records (home to Hot Water Music, Man Overboard, Transit and Sharks). The Michigan 3-piece will hit the studio with Tom Gabel (Against Me!) in which he will record and produce the band. With a couple of albums already released and non-stop touring, CHEAP GIRLS have been gaining notoriety on a daily basis. Their sound has perfect mix of rock,…

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Simply Naked Wines

The different Simply Naked Wines represent an interesting presence – they are not given any time in oak, which provides imbibers with a much different flavor profile than they would normally expect from these different varietals. What results with the different Simply Naked Wines are efforts that put much more of a focus on the fruit flavors, rather than the woodsy or smoking hints that are typically present in a…

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Saturn – Deviant (CD)

I reviewed Saturn nearly a year ago, and lets just say I wasn’t too much of a fan. However, opening eir disc with “Wild”, Saturn has nearly recuperated some of the weaknesses of the previous disc. The entire effort is much more solid than eir previous work – the backing instrumentation actually coddles and cuddles Saturn’s vocals, accentuating them in all the right place. For “Wild”, the track is transformed…

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GUITAR VIRTUOSO STANLEY JORDAN COMMENCES 18-CITY WORLDWIDE TOUR IN SUPPORT OF “FRIENDS”

In conjunction with the release of guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan’s new album, Friends (available now), Mack Avenue Records announces an 18-city worldwide tour for Jordan from late September through March 2012 (*dates listed below*).The performances will feature Jordan’s longtime musical collaborators, bassist Charnett Moffett and drummer Kenwood Danard (with various special guests to be announced per location). In a career that took flight in 1985 with both immediate commercial and…

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Joe Satriani – Super Colossal (CD)

There is a conscious decision by Joe Satriani to come up with a guitar line to open up eir “Super Colossal” that is indistinguishable from Billy Squier’s “Stroke Me”. After this riff goes the way of the dinosaur, something that resembles Nelson’s “Love and Affection” and Winger’s “In The Heart of the Young” dominates the rest of the track. Joe Satriani has definite guitar skills that is true, but with…

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Rachael Lampa – All We Need (CD)

I remember seeing Rachael Lampa back in 2000, opening with Stacie Orrico and Plus One. Even back then, ey was able to tie together a tremendous amount of passion and love for the Lord that was absolutely infection. I believe that the production of All We Need provides listeners with a fresh and vibrant look into Lampa’s sound. Lampa’s voice is bolstered especially well during tracks like My One and…

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Gungors Ghosts Upon the Earth Warmly Welcomed by Fans and Critics

GRAMMY ® nominated Gungor’s newest recording, Ghosts Upon the Earth, has been greeted with strong debut numbers and reviews. Their latest project sold over 9,500 units the first week, earning Gungor the rankings of No. 3 at Christian Soundscan and No. 43 on the Billboard Top 200 while consistently topping the iTunes ® Christian and Gospel chart much of the week. The release comes just days after Gungor’s limited Ghosts…

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SteelSeries World of Warcraft MMO Gaming Mouse: Legendary Edition (Mouse)

World of Warcraft is a title that requires an individual to be on the game, and this is especially true when one moves towards endgame raiding. While there are different keyboard macros that can be set up, players still have to the bulk of their turning and some of their casting with their mouse. Ensuring that there is the highest possible definition and design to a mouse, SteelSeries has created…

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Satori – Savor Every Moment (CD)

The reggae that Satori plays starts off from the first kick of the drums. “Celebration” is a slow-tempo track that really hides a barely-masked intensity, created most by the bass and horns on the track. The slower tempo of the disc allows the technicality of the band to shine through properly, but there is no driving beat in the first section of the disc that really makes people want to…

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Allele Kicks Off US Tour Today

10/15 – Monett, MO@ TBA 10/19 – Mishawaka, IN @ Smith’s Downtown Tap 10/20 – Warrensburg, MO @ The 400 10/21 – Downer, MN @ The Mainline 10/22 – Fargo, ND @ The Nestor Tavern 10/23 – Harrisburg, SD @ The Phoenix Lounge 10/25 – Des Moines, IA @ The House Of Bricks 10/27 – El Paso, TX @ House of Rock Live 10/28 – El Paso, TX @ Speaking…

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Posted on: October 9, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

GRAMMY-NOMINATED SINGER MIGUEL NOTCHES SECOND #1 HIT WITH “QUICKIE”

GRAMMY®-nominated singer/songwriter Miguel has another hit record on his hands! The ByStorm Entertainment/RCA Records “e-clectric” singer/songwriter notched his second #1 record at urban radio with his single “Quickie,” a follow up to his #1 summer hit “Sure Thing” off his critically acclaimed debut album All I Want Is You. The MTV buzz worthy Push artist has received over 1,000 spins from the MTV Networks and has been described as a…

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Shiv-r – This World Erase Information

Following up on the innovative Hold My Hand, Metropolis Records presents the second album by this unique UK/AUS based industrial/electro band. Haunting and elegant, Shiv-r extend their gossamer presence in 2011 with the release of This World Erase. As their unsettling influence extends in a society alarmingly comprised of the desensitized and the apathetic, Shiv-r’s objective remains to leave listeners unnerved, elated and above all affected; “We won’t stop. We…

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Smokes – “Glowing” – Imperial Music Group

Smokes is an Asian/American rapper from Wisconsin. The electrifying MC is a witty, multi-talented, and passion-filled rising star in the world of Rap music. Smokes has been featured in XXL, The Source, OnSmash.com, AllHipHop.com, and more. However, over the past several months Smokes has been hit with a myriad of devastating losses. In March 2011, Smokes’ father passed away from an ongoing fight with alcohol related diseases. Shortly there after…

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Helen Money Opens for SHELLAC on U.S. Tour Dates Followed By Tour With Joe Lally (FUGAZI)

Oct 16 – Missoula, MT – Palace Lounge Oct 17 – Boise, ID – Visual Arts Collective Oct 18 – Salt Lake City, UT – Urban Lounge Oct 19 – Las Vegas, NV – The Bunkhouse Oct 20/21 – Los Angeles, CA – Eagle Rock Center for the Arts Oct 22/23 – Oakland, CA – New Parish Oct 25 – Eugene, OR – WOW Hall Oct 26 – Portland, OR…

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Sarah Brindell – Piece of Mind (CD)

Putting together a little bit of Fiona Apple with Diamanda Galas for eir first track, “Own Skin”, the Spartan nature of the track works to accentuate the vocal inflection of Sarah. Going back to the watering-hole for the second track, “Sweet Candlelight”, albeit with a R&B-infused bassline, Brindell seems similar to Leah Zicari in eir seamless ability to move through genres. If I recall, Zicari’s album started off in much…

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