“My Disgrace†is an interesting track. During this song, This Blue Heaven crafts a style that has not been heard previously in music. This means that there are vocals that link together Elton John, Elastica, and even a little bit of the Scissor Sisters. The bouncy arrangements will remind listeners of acts like The Sounds, while there is a disco style that plays at the periphery of the track. It…
“Carolina Free†is a touching song, ensuring that all that listen in to Michael Anthony Milton’s “Follow Your Call†will focus in for the long haul. Nothing more is needed than a sincere set of vocals and a guitar for Milton to spread his message, while the added elements (Drums during “Carolina Free†only make this message more palatable. The slower tempo of “Still My Little Child†is perfect, allowing…
Science Records recording artist Greeley Estates will hit the road this winter with Alesana beginning Sunday, November 16 in Lansing, MI at Mac’s Bar. The tour will run through December 7 concluding at Crocodile Rock in Allentown, PA.
Sonic Bliss begins their “Loved to Death†with “Saharaâ€. “Sahara†is a confident rock track that has hints of Disturbed and Static-X present, even as the band crafts a unique sound that will easily clue listeners in as to the identify of Sonic Bliss. The band is able to create an iconic sound and shift it up enough through the track’s six minute run time to keep listeners firmly planted…
Keeping with a tradition of signing bands that we can’t possibly find a suitable genre to use to describe, Greyday Records are tickled pink (what does that even mean?) to announce that they will be responsible for the next release from Portland’s Modernstate! Modernstate (aka Sam Schauer) have released two albums with local label Lucky Madison and have recently completed a week of dates in the NW with Chicago’s Heligoats.
Greyday Records is releasing Grey Anne’s long-awaited debut full-length on November 11th! Pre-orders are now being accepted in our online store, and Anne is prepping for her cd release show here in Portland at the Artistary on November 14th! facts n figurines has been hailed as one of the most anticipated albums of 2008 by both the Portland Mercury and the Willamette Week and features the much lauded “Adelaide”.
Greece’s longstanding black/death craftsmen Septicflesh have been announced as the official opener for the upcoming Cradle of Filth and Satyricon tour this January and February! The full North American tour rampages through the US and Canada from mid-January through the end of February.
Pernod has a history in the Absinthe business. Their last foray into absinthe, the 20th century effort Pernod fils, was the highest selling absinthe before 1915. The recent legalization of absinthe in the United States market means that there have been a number of absinthes that have flooded into the market. As was the case nearly 100 years ago, Pernod has created the best brand of absinthe on the market.…
Hailing from Brighton, UK, /PASSENGER. released their debut album, Wicked Man’s Rest, in America on August 5, 2008. After a short US tour which included several busking performances this June, our boys came back to the US for a lengthier US tour as well as several CMJ showcases that inspired audiences with their heartfelt lyrics and charismatic wit, once again.
Atari and Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS), today announced that development is complete on Neverwinter Nights(TM) 2: Storm of Zehir. Developed by world-renowned studio Obsidian Entertainment, the second expansion pack for the acclaimed Neverwinter Nights 2 delivers thrilling original D&D(R) adventures made even more exciting by a host of new gameplay features.
The world’s best-selling CD compilation series, NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC!, celebrates 10 chart topping years with a special anniversary CD THE BEST OF NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC! 10TH ANNIVERSARY containing hit songs from the past decade. The album will be released on CD and digitally on November 11th.
Fans of American Beauty, will be clamoring over the new dark comedy, Cruel But Necessary releasing this November by Sommerville House, Critical Mass and KOCH Entertainment. It is a one of a kind comedic drama, directed by award winning actor/director Saul Rubinek that exposes viewers to the unique and quirky life of Betty Munson, a recent divorcee who begins to videotape every aspect of her life.
The Song: The Metermaids envelop us in their unique brand of hip-hop with the title track from their debut album, Nightlife. Backed by a hard-hitting beat that enraptures listeners in a repetitive motif, emcees Sentence and Swell expose an emotional honesty that cuts through the complex issues of life that are so often over-simplified into black and white. In one of his more poignant moments, Sentence raps, “Build me a…
Defendin’ De Penguin has been tagged as the first RTS (real time strategy) game specifically made for children. When Crave Entertainment put out that claim, I was a little skeptical. However, after a few hours playing Defendin’ De Penguin on the Nintendo Wii, I would have to say that the claim is incredibly accurate. Players assume the role of Little Blue, who has been tapped to go forth and protect…
The titular track for “Die In June†is a track that immediately creates a very detailed and dense instrumental arrangement that incorporates a number of distinct styles in the time before the vocals kick in. When the vocals do start up, individuals will hear a bit of dark rock that has hints of HIM and Stabbing Westward present. The driving guitars provide the perfect backdrop for the vocals to properly…
The VOTE FOR CHANGE grassroots movement video postcard campaign features artists, business owners, musicians, actors and tastemakers showing their support for Barack Obama’s presidential campaign. Obey Giant,The Brookturn Co. and Luthier PR are launching a syndicated online contest to give away a HOPE poster signed by Shepard Fairey and a sticker pack to the winners. NeuFutur.com is one of the lucky sites (and print zines) associated with this contest.
Julian Koster and his friends in the Singing Saw Symphony are heading out to spread some holiday cheer in November. Julian and the saws are planning a tour to several cities, and are offering to come caroling at your house. Â All you have to do is invite them! Â Julian will play songs of The Music Tapes and the Saws will play their holiday favorites for hosts and their assembled guests.
We may already have received one of the best albums to be released in 2009. This album, Julie Clark’s 1/13/2009 release Change Your Mind, really places the bar for any GLBT musician that much further than it had been in 2008. This is due to the fact that Clark’s music simultaneously struggles for the GLBT cause without being circumscribed by what listeners tend to assume about GLBT-oriented artists. When January…
“Suspended†is the first track on “Second Warâ€, and it showcases a type of rock that skillfully and deftly brings together hard rock, industrial, and even a little bit of New Wave music into something that is slinky and will ultimately be on listeners minds for long after the disc packs it in. That means that there are hints of Nine Inch Nails, Tool, Stabbing Westward, and even minor amounts…
“At Ease†is the first introduction that many individuals will have to Ping Trace. The great thing is that the act does not limit themselves with “At Ease†in the slightest. Bits of natural (drumming) and artificial elements (scratching) fuse together to create a chill sound that is perfect for any downtempo type of party or gathering. While there may be some vocals here, these are part of a sample…