Category: Artist News

Posted on: February 17, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

YEAR OF THE GOAT: New Video

Blazing with over fifty minutes of supreme, metallic occult rock, Angels’ Necropolis, the infernal debut album from YEAR OF THE GOAT, has been claiming mass praise from  heavy metal fans and critics alike, elevating this new act in the ranks of the scene quickly.   A brilliantly infectious album highlighting classic metal/occult rock harmonies Östergötland/Norrköping, Sweden-based quintet seemingly permeate the air around them with, rather than “perform” or “execute,” the…

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Posted on: February 16, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DIG DEEPER PRESENTS THE SONICS APR 13

We at Norton are thrilled, shocked, and glowing in the dark about our friends at DIG DEEPER going the extra mile- heck, the extra LIGHT YEAR– in bringing our in-house Northwest kings THE SONICS east, to blast at a Norton Benefit Ball! Massive kudos to those darling devils at DIG DEEPER, Richard and Mr Robinson– thank you for your kaBOOMin’ hearts and SOUL! DIG DEEPER PRESENTS: THE SONICS RYE COALITION…

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Posted on: February 14, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

WILD NOTHING Reveals “Only Heather” Video

Wild Nothing have released a new video for “Only Heather” from the critically acclaimed album Nocturne. Filmed in one take in LA, “Only Heather” finds director Ryan Reichenfeld taking his macabre vision to the streets. Wild Nothing’s 2012 release, Nocturne, received several year-end accolades including album of the year in Under The Radar and iTunes. Catch Wild Nothing live all spring and summer. TOUR DATES Mar 07 Brisbane – Alhambra…

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Posted on: February 14, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

MORTAL DECAY Signs With Comatose Music

Comatose Music is very pleased to announce the signing of MORTAL DECAY! For over twenty years this South Jersey powerhouse has astonished the death metal community with their very unique style of technical and innovative composition that sets them apart from all others. Brace yourself for a punishing release full of substance and without limits, exploring beyond the standards to create an opus of mass destruction. Here is what Mortal…

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Posted on: February 14, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

SPEAKING THE KING’S NEW VIDEO

Not everyone has the gift of being suave with the ladies, but until some software company invents a microchip that can be self-installed, the majority of people must live out their fantasies vicariously through others. According to UrbanDictionary.com, a casanova is “a smooth-talking charmer who has mastered the art of finding, meeting, attracting and seducing beautiful women into the bedroom. One he accomplishes his goal, he leaves the woman in…

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Posted on: February 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

IAN CAREY: NEW TRACK AS FREE DOWNLOAD!

Ian Carey is a double platinum selling artist with more than one million sold records across every format. He is a part of the international DJ elite; he played DJ gigs in more than 50 countries all over the world. Numerous of his singles, such as “Get Shaky” or “Rise”, became worldwide hits and reached high positions in official sales charts in UK, Germany, Australia, Benelux, Brazil, Canada and several…

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Posted on: February 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Canto Release First Webisode

Up and coming Los Angeles garage rock band, CANTO, are coming hot onto the scene with a brand new 5-song EP, a follow up to their debut album, HA HA HA. The EP will be available for free download through the band’s official Facebook page. In preparation for the EP, Canto will be releasing a series of webisodes showing a behind-the-scenes look at the band creating the EP in the…

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Posted on: February 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

LOMA PRIETA ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR DATES

Bay Area, CA’s Loma Prieta is on tour in support of their debut album for Deathwish, titled I.V., which was released last year and hailed as  “…ambitious, tooth-grinding, and feedback-fucking in a Dropdead-meets-Pg. 99 cyclone of bile, I.V. adds chaos to injury in the best possible way” by the AV Club.  Formed in 2005, Loma Prieta have been a mainstay of the Bay Area hardcore community for more than half…

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Posted on: February 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Erika Jayne “Get It Tonight” Feat. Flo Rida Lyric Video

With six number one hits on the Billboard Dance Chart from her debut album, Pretty Mess, Erika Jayne rivals the Pussycat Dolls and Rihanna for most number ones from a debut release. Her new single, “Get It Tonight” featuring Flo Rida, follows up her club hit “Party People (Ignite the World)” (available on iTunes). In anticipation of the release of “Get It Tonight,” the hit maker has released the official…

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Posted on: February 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Flying Potion The New album from Second Culture

On January 22, 2013 Second Culture officially released their new studio album, Flying Potion. This will  be Second Culture’s Fifth release to date. During this early promotional period we are offering FLYING POTION as a free download to reviewers and bloggers via http://secondculture.bandcamp.com Second Culture is electronic / synthesizer based, but goes to great links to avoid genre, and hybridize elements from all of electronic / progressive music history… Within…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Helen Money tour dates, new album

Helen Money Tour Itinerary (all dates may be subject to change): Saturday, March 2nd at Permanent Records (in-store) in Los Angeles, CA Friday, March 15th at Township in Chicago, IL Saturday, March 16th at Mr. Roboto Project in Pittsburgh, PA Tuesday, March 19th at TT the Bear’s in Boston, MA Wednesday, March 20th at BAR in New Haven, CT Thursday, March 21st at Machines with Magnets in Providence, RI Friday,…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Hatebreed Announces New Headline The Divinity Of Purpose 2 Tour

Hatebreed has announced their second headlining tour in support of their new studio album, The Divinity of Purpose. The Divinity of Purpose 2 Tour 2013 will kick off on April 9th in Millvale, PA.  Joining Hatebreed on this run will be special guests Every Time I Die, Terror, Job For A Cowboy and This Is Hell (tour dates below).Tickets and VIP Meet & Greet packages will go on sale Wednesday,…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

CAUGHT A GHOST RELEASE DEBUT EP NIGHTWORKS

Nightworks, the debut EP from Caught A Ghost, is released today via +1 Records. As the songwriter, producer and lead singer of the band, Jesse Nolan is a devotee of music from bygone eras. With Caught a Ghost, he’s created a sound that eagerly expounds upon his affection for vintage soul, delta blues, and 90s rap alike. To lead up to this week’s release, the band has been producing and releasing…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Western Vinyl News

They’re Flowers by Luxury Liners (Carter Tanton, formerly of Lower Dens and Tulsa) Carter Tanton wrote the material for They’re Flowers, his debut under the Luxury Liners moniker, while touring as a member of Lower Dens.  You can check out the opening track “Caribbean Sunset (Luxury Liners Rework)” here:  https://soundcloud.com/western_vinyl/caribbean-sunset-by-luxury White Mountain by Úlfur (member of Jóni’s band) In March we’re releasing the incredible White Mountain, by new WV artist…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NEW WATERS JOIN B&I FAMILY!

Hailing from Finland, New Waters is the newest addition to the Blood & Ink family. With a self-released demo under their belts, the band has gained momentum, taking their brand of metallic hardcore to an ever-growing audience throughout Northern Europe. With their raw, intense songwriting, their debut EP, LIONS, serves as a small taste of the awesome music sure to come from this band.   FOR MORE INFORMATION ON NEW…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Psymbionic Gifts Remix of 311’s “Amber”

Fresh off his “PostWaveFutureCore” EP released a few weeks ago, Psymbionic hits the ground running with a brand new FREE remix just in time for Valentine’s Day! The classic 311 love song “Amber” gets a bass heavy treatment, turning it from a reggae-rock ballad into a driving drumstep gone dnb venture. Keeping much of the melody in tact, Psymbionic flexes his his skillful production without overshadowing or undermining the original…

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Posted on: February 12, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DEATHCHAIN set release date for new SVART album

Finnish combo DEATHCHAIN have set the release date April 5th for their new album, Ritual Death Metal, through SVART RECORDS. Keeping up with the band’s tradition to include the word “death” or “dead” in their titles, their title of their sixth full-length alone Ritual Death Metal feels like a warning. In the wake of an already impressive Death Gods three years ago, this new offering to the Ancients been recorded…

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Posted on: February 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 2

Jekalyn Carr’s Debut Album “Greater is Coming”

Powerhouse teen singer and speaker  Jekalyn Carr’s record label, Lunjeal Music Group , has signed an exclusive distribution deal with Malaco Music Group for the release of her upcoming album “Greater is Coming” in Spring 2013. Jekalyn’s hit single and title track “Greater is Coming” is impacting radio stations across the U.S. and is currently in the Top 16 on Billboard’s Top Gospel radio airplay charts. “We are very excited…

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Posted on: February 10, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

SASQUATCH! MUSIC FESTIVAL TICKETS SELL OUT IN RECORD TIME

Mumford & Sons, The Postal Service, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Sigur Ros, Vampire Weekend, The xx,  The Lumineers, Arctic Monkeys, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Cake, Primus (3D), Empire of the Sun, Imagine Dragons, Bloc Party, Andrew Bird, Grimes, Dropkick Murphys, Built to Spill, Alt-J, Steve Aoki, Azealia Banks, Tame Impala, Father John Misty, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Tallest Man on Earth, Devendra Banhart, The Presets, Laidback Luke, Schoolboy…

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Posted on: February 9, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

MHz Legacy – “Out Of Room”

Back in October, MHz Legacy made a triumphant return, delivering a self-titled debut album that fans had been waiting nearly 15 years to receive – and MHz Legacy didn’t disappoint. The crew – Copywrite, Tage Future, Camu Tao, Jakki Da Motamouth, and RJD2 – delivered an album, via Man Bites Dog Records, that cashed in on the years of promise that the artists, collectively and individually, had shown, and joining…

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