Sometimes albums are so aptly titled that the record takes on a life of its own while at the same time strictly adhering to the title itself. The Defiant Ones is one of those titles and in turn, one of those albums with a fierce, dedicated aesthetic. The debut full-length from Charge of the Light Brigade is a comprehensive listen that combines intense, punk-influenced melodies with an expansive and at…
March 8th – San Francisco, CA at The Mighty March 10th – Seattle, WA at Nectar March 11th – Portland, OR at Branx March 12th – Boise, ID at The Reef March 13th – Salt Lake City, UT at the Urban Lounge March 14th – Aspen, CO at Belly Up March 16th – Austin, TX at Red 7 (SXSW) March 19th – Austin, TX at Malverde (SXSW) March 22nd –…
03/04/11 Bethesday, MD – Story/Stereo at The Writer’s Center 03/16/11 Austin, TX – DC Does Texas Day Party at Lovejoy’s (12-6pm) 03/17/11 Austin, TX – Hometapes Showcase at Skinny’s * 03/19/11 Austin, TX – Friend Island (venue TBD)* 04/22/11 Washington, DC – U Street Music Hall (early show) +% 06/03/11 Pittsburgh, PA – Howler’s *+ 06/04/11 Brooklyn, NY – Sycamore * 06/06/11 Baltimore, MD – Wind-Up Space * *With All…
“Read the Fine Print” begins with an absolutely smooth bit of funk, blues, and jazz that will ease listeners into the unique sound presented them by the Wolfe Gang. With an absolutely lush production, the Wolfe Gang have a tremendous amount of momentum going into “Everyone”. “Everyone” changes things up considerably, with a bit of punchy percussion that allows for a sultry, almost Tom Waits meets John Morrison type of…
Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, announced today that Natsume Championship Wrestling is now available for download on the Wii Virtual Console in both North America and Europe. The game is rated E+10 by the ESRB. “Natsume Championship Wrestling is one of the all-time classic wrestling games,” said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume. “Loaded with depth and technique, this game delivers an unmatched…
Founders Entertainment are proud to present the inaugural Governors Ball Music Festival (www.govball.com), a one day event to be held June 18 on New York City’s Governors Island. Girl Talk, Pretty Lights, and Empire of the Sun are joined by Big Boi (of Outkast), Neon Indian, People Under The Stars, Mac Miller, Miami Horror, Passion Pit (DJ Set), Reptar, Outasight and other artists to be announced over the coming weeks.…
Konichiwa/Cherrytree Records recording artist Robyn will join Katy Perry on the North American run of “The California Dreams Tour 2011.” Robyn will open on 20 dates, including opening night at Gwinnett Arena in Duluth, GA (6/7) and three shows at Nokia Theatre/L.A. Live in Los Angeles (8/5, 6 & 7). “It’ll be fun touring with Katy Perry,” said Robyn. “She’s a terrific performer and I’m really thankful that’s she’s invited…
Fresh off their Grammy win for Best Contemporary Folk Album, Ray LaMontagne & the Pariah Dogs announce their 2011 summer tour in support of their highly acclaimed album, God Willin’ & the Creek Don’t Rise. The tour will begin in Waterbury, CT on May 25th and culminate on June 21st in Boise, ID with supporting acts Brandi Carlile and The Secret Sisters. Ray is also set to play at this…
It’s time for South By Southwest, the music industry’s Spring Break. There is no better way to start off your wild and exciting week at SXSW than with free beer and tacos and great music courtesy of the San Diego Music Foundation and several wonderful sponsors. Please join us from 12PM to 6PM at Austin’s Lustre Pearl venue located at 97 Rainey Street on Wednesday, March 16. Featured musicians at…
CREEPING WEEDS ON THE ROAD: 04.01.11 – Philadelphia, PA @ Pilam 04.02.11 – Brooklyn, NY @ The Rock Shop 04.03.11 – Milford, CT @ Daniel Street Club 04.04.11 – Cleveland, OH @ Now That’s Class 04.07.11 – Chicago, IL @ Double Door 04.08.11 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Thunderbird Cafe 04.10.11 – Asbury Park, NJ @ the Saint 04.11.11 – Newark, DE @ Mojo Main 04.13.11 – Norfolk, VA @ Jewish…
FRIDAY, MARCH 18 12 noon SHARP! until 7pm 16th annual Bloodshot Records Party @ Yard Dog Gallery 1510 S Congress, Austin No wristband, badge or invitation needed. It’s free, it’s egalitarian! Beer, music and conviviality. Bands appearing: 12 – 12:20: Carolyn Mark with The Jack Grace Band 12:30 – 1:00: Ben Weaver 1:10 – 1:40: Maggie Bjorklund with Cobirds Unite 1:50 – 2:20: Lydia Loveless 2:30 – 3:00: Exene Cervenka…
Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee Gregg Rolie, co-founder of two multi-platinum super groups, Santana and Journey, and the voice of such timeless classics as “Black Magic Woman” and ‘Evil Ways’, has released new solo EP, ‘Five Days’. A personal and intimate reworking of Santana and Journey classics as well as Gregg’s own compositions through solo voice and piano, ‘Five Days’ was recorded in the living room of his…
The team over at ‘Stache Media have graciously provided 3 sets (CD and DVD) of the new live Matisyahu album, “Live at Stubb’s Vol. II”. We are giving away these copies to three randomly-chosen entrants. How do you enter? All we ask is that you email NeuFutur directly (our email is found in the contact section) or comment this post. This contest ends on March 14th, so enter quickly. Look…
What exactly brought you two to the creation of Celadon Candy? What significance does the name hold? SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he has written thousands of hands-on game and record reviews, conducted in-depth hardware field…
How to Get Your Music Featured in Film or Television The music industry has changed greatly in the past decade, as record sales are no longer an artist’s primary revenue source. Or they might be, but those numbers are certainly not what they used to be. Instead, artists of all levels of commercial success must look for other sources of revenue. One of the most popular and highly competitive means…
Blogging on iPad: A Do or a Don’t? Dale Henry has blogged about the pros and cons of working towards becoming a sonogram tech When the iPad debuted just a few short months ago, many said it would change computing forever. Some predicted that like cell phones did to land lines, it would make computing a portable venture and would eventually render traditional computers obsolete. Whether that happens still remains to…
Celebrated progressive rock / cutting-edge metal band BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME (also BTBAM) has inked a worldwide recording deal with Metal Blade Records. The award-winning North Carolina quintet will kick off the partnership with the April release of its new album The Parallax: Hypersleep Dialogues. “We are delighted in the opportunity to join the Metal Blade family,” commented BTBAM guitarist Paul Waggoner. “Their commitment to heavy music over the…
Inspired songwriter Gord Downie will be performing his way across the United States with a series of tour dates in March and April. In addition, Downie has been announced as part of the prestigious Coachella line-up, playing Sunday, April 17th, the third and final day of the already sold-out desert fest. As the lead singer of The Tragically Hip, Downie this time returns as Gord Downie and the Country of…
Triumph Of Lethargy Skinned Alive To Death hit the road with the Cave Singers in support of Some Of Us Are In This Together! With a brand new album in tow, Triumph Of Lethargy Skinned Alive To Death head out on the road with friends / former bandmates the Cave Singers. Some Of Us Are In This Together, out now on Don’t Stop Believin’ Records, has won many fans with…
A few months have passed since we last heard leaders of the Town Techno movement, League510, but don’t confuse the quiet with complacency. The group, comprised of TK, Monty, Mr. Knowitall, and Blacksmith, remains busy; League continues to put the final touches on their forthcoming debut, To The Beat, which will be released later this year on Clear Label Records, and, while anticipation the album’s arrival builds, the guys have…