Category: Artist News

Posted on: January 21, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

MIKE KENEALLY BAND TO TOUR UK & EUROPE

For the first time ever, world-renowned virtuoso guitarist and multi-instrumentalist/composer Mike Keneally is bringing a full band from the U.S. to share his remarkably inventive musical vision in 13 cities in the U.K. and Europe this March and April, supporting his latest Exowax Recordings release, Wing Beat Fantastic: Songs written by Mike Keneally & Andy Partridge. From Keneally’s well-documented recorded work as a guitarist/keyboardist/vocalist with Frank Zappa to his…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Sydney Rock Outfit STRANGERS Confirmed SXSW & Offering FREE Track

Hailing from the southern beaches of Sydney, Strangers are ready to make their waves in the U.S. The rock group who PUSH TO FIRE says “grabs your attention from the get-go,” Strangers are officially confirmed for this year’s SXSW. Their debut LP Persona Non Grata, recorded and produced by Tom Larkin (Shihad, The Getaway Plan, Calling All Cars), delivers on the promise that has made Strangers such an interesting prospect.…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Pianist Aaron Diehl to Perform “The Music of John Lewis” via Live Webcast

The Bespoke Man’s Narrative Picked as One of 15 Jazz Albums to Look Out for in 2013 by NPR “A Blog Supreme” “Aaron Diehl, a rising star of jazz piano, has an individual talent so huge that one day he may extend the jazz tradition.” – New York Daily News Stream Sunday’s 7:30 and 9:30PM Performances Live WHO: Aaron Diehl – piano Warren Wolf – vibraphone David Wong –…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

SERGIO FERNANDEZ: NEW RELEASES

2013 has only just begun and Supraton DJ Sergio Fernandez already has two new releases under his belt. The first one is called “Aborigines” out on Stereo Productions and the second one is the “Vibration EP”, which just came out on Pornographic Records, a two-tracker including the banging tunes “Hakari” and “Heart Vibration”. The brand new track “Aborigines” by Sergio Fernandez was released on Spanish top label Stereo Productions last…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NICK AND THE OVOROLS TO RELEASE THEIR DEBUT STUDIO ALBUM “TELEGRAPH TABOO” JANUARY 22ND!

Nick and The Ovorols are preparing the release of their debut studio LP Telegraph Taboo this month – an album that finds the Chicago-based foursome injecting deep soul, spirited guitar-driven rock and even a bit of psychedelia into their heavy bedrock of electrified blues. The group is lead by vocalist and guitarist Nick Peraino, a native New Englander who moved to Chicago in ’98 to pursue studies in jazz guitar…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

RANGDA HEADS WEST, TERRORIZES COAST

Rangda, the epochally shreddy trio comprised of equal parts Sir Richard Bishop, Ben Chasny, and Chris Corsano, are all set to take their burning head show on the road this very February in support of their still-new 2012 album, Formerly Extinct! If you haven’t exposed yourself to it, you should! Freshfangled and shrouded by ancestral awakenings, Formerly Extinct‘s lean n’ mean, child-eating-machine approach to songs bores deep into the layers…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

FADE TO BLUE INSIDE THE OPIUM DEN

Jeez, Blues Control‘s done toured steadily–performing in all eight known corners of the world (and a few that haven’t been publicly acknowledged yet) — but while they’ve worked to continue their face-to-face relationship with the finite many, they’ve shared a number of transcendent visions for the endless eyes that watch in the privacy of their own pods, with videos for tracks including “Love’s A Rondo” and “Walking Robin” (not to…

Posted on: January 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Ty Segall Tour Dates

Last year, Ty Segall released three full-length albums, sold out countless shows around the globe (or maybe we’re just bad at counting – what comes after fifteen again, infinity?), and made his late night television debut on CONAN in October followed up by a performance on the Late Show With David Letterman in November. After all the votes were cast and ballots counted, truth was triumphant to find Ty crouched…

Posted on: January 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Paul Oakenfold & Matt Goss Presents The Concrete Sneakers

Perfecto label boss Paul Oakenfold teams up with international pop star Matt Goss to create a sublime follow up to their hugely successful single “Firefly” (released on Perfecto Records in 2010). Here – under their brand new alias The Concrete Sneakers they draw from their diverse musical backgrounds to form “Touch The Sky”, an anthemic crossover vocal track that has already generated extensive support on both radio and the…

Posted on: January 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BLUES CONTROL RELEASE NEW VIDEO, EMBARK ON US TOUR

“Blues Control are one of the most intriguingly unclassifiable outfits in contemporary music, putting forth music that is clear and refined while also being absolutely incomparable.” – Tiny Mix Tapes “If you’re not familiar with this duo, allow yourself to change that, with one of the prettiest, interesting, and mellowest records of the summer.” – The Big Takeover Blues Control’s Drag City debut album, Valley Tangents, was released in June to…

Posted on: January 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

PRIMATE Confirms Live Rampage

Following their brutal East Coast stint supporting the mammoth High On Fire this Fall, the ruthless faction known as PRIMATE will tear through Georgia with several new shows. This weekend the band will bulldoze their own locale with a double-tap of shows confirmed in Atlanta on Friday and Savannah Saturday. Additionally, two other new hometown shows have been locked for February 1st with Capitalist Casualties, Dead In The Dirt and…

Posted on: January 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

EXCISION Launching North American “Execution Tour”

Getting ready to kick off his highly anticipated “Execution Tour” next week,Canadian bass virtuoso EXCISION has announced additional tour dates for the massive trek. Commencing Friday, January 25 in Indianapolis, IN, the 50+ date North American trek includes new stops inSan Antonio, TX,Raleigh, NC, Charlottesville, VA and Salt Lake City, UT. In celebration of the tour’s launch, EXCISION has released the official “Execution Tour” trailer, which shows the first glimpse…

Posted on: January 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BILLY RAY CYRUS AND DON WILLIAMS RETURN

Legendary artists Billy Ray Cyrus and Don Williams return to the talent agency they first called home, APA. Steve Lassiter, Senior VP, announced the signings today. “We are thrilled to have Billy Ray Cyrus and Don Williams back into the APA family of artists and very excited about the opportunities that lie ahead,” says Lassiter. “It’s an honor to be representing them again and it’s always a pleasure when former…

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

DENA teases upcoming release with free Obi Blance remix

For Immediate Release Kitsune shares an unreleased remix of D E N A’s “Cash, Diamond Rings, Swimming Pools” by Obi Blance available now for free download D E N A’s debut single for Kitsune out January 28 DOWNLOAD: “Cash, Diamond Rings, Swimming Pools (Obi Blance Remix)” via Kitsune / via Soundcloud / via Direct MP3 Denitza Todorova a.k.a D E N A, a Berlin-based songwriter and vocalist hailing from Bulgaria first…

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

ZEDS DEAD ANNOUNCES NEW EP

The Canadian DJ/production duo Zeds Dead, made up of members DC and Hooks will release their Hot Sauce EP via Diplo‘s Mad Decent label on January 29. The follow-up to last year’s Mad Decent EP, Victor, features 5 instrumental tracks that find the duo exploring more sonic territory with their music, further proving that they are one of the most versatile electronic groups around. Since their 2010 debut, Rudeboy, The group has been been selling out venues all over…

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

P.O.D. To Perform At This Weekend’s NFC Championship Game

P.O.D. will perform during the halftime show at this weekend’s Falcons vs. 49ers NFC Championship Game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, GA. Catch P.O.D. performing their hit song, “Higher” this Sunday, January 20th on FOX (game start time: 3PM ET/PT). P.O.D.continues to tour in support of their 2012 album, Murdered Love (Razor & Tie)-iTunes Store. The band will join Three Days Grace and Shinedown as special guests on…

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

Picturehouse Reopens Its Doors With Founder Bob Berney At The Helm

Picturehouse, the full-service independent film marketing and distribution company started in 2005, is reopening its doors with founder Bob Berney at the helm. Berney will serve as CEO and Jeanne Berney will serve as President of the relaunched company, which will continue to be based in New York. “We are absolutely thrilled to be back in business under the Picturehouse banner,” said Mr. Berney, who recently acquired the trademark…

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

Juicy Beach 2013 Phase One Lineup announced

Robbie and Monica Rivera announce today the phase one lineup for Juicy Beach – taking place Thursday, March 21, 2013 at the world famous Nikki Beach during WMC / MMW. Juicy Beach is always one of the standout attractions amongst a week celebrating the global dance scene and the 2013 event is no exception. The first in a series of line-up reveals leading up to the party, we’re now able…

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

Ammunition Conference Schedules Northern California Event for February 7-9, 2013

This year’s Northern California Ammunition Conference has been scheduled for February 7-9, 2013, at Capital Christian Center (9470 Micron Avenue) in Sacramento. Ammunition Conference is a traveling three-day event that combines the world’s top speakers with incredible worship teams and breakout sessions to create an experience for the pastor, student and more. The ministry states, “Our goal is to empower generations to turn their voice into a weapon. No matter…

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

ROHYPNOTISE “FADE TO GREY”

Lucola Bang, the main man behind Brooklyn (by way of NZ) dream-pop outfit Rohypnotise, describes his band as “The BeeGees if they were really poor and on crack.” He’s had his fingers in a plethora of pies over the years, from interviewing Grizzly Bear on Brooklyn Vegan (here) to gracing the cover of Melbourne Australia’s Beat Magazine (where he was working as head designer and infamously hijacked the cover the week he quit with a naked…