Category: Artist News

Posted on: June 26, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Introduces Moonlight Towers

Proclaimed “amazing” by Performing Songwriter for creating what the Chicago Reader calls “perfectly molded power-pop,” Moonlight Towers is “Austin’s favorite three-minute heroes” according to the Austin American-Statesman and the renowned music city’s “finest power pop export” (Pop Culture Press). Moonlight Towers (taking its name from the tall vintage streetlights that illuminate Austin’s nights) is a genuine band that does what comes naturally: writing, recording and playing real rock n’ roll…

Posted on: June 25, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

ISIS LIVE VIDEO CHAT ON JULY 5 AT 6 PM PACIFIC/9 PM EASTERN

AARON HARRIS AND BRYANT CLIFFORD MEYER TAKE VIEWER QUESTIONS VIA YOWIE.COM ISIS, who disbanded in May 2010, is in the midst of releasing a series of five live albums that span the band’s thirteen year career. ISIS Live I 09.23.03 was released on May 31 followed by ISIS Live II 03.19.03 on June 14 with the next release coming on June 28 and titled ISIS Live III 12.17.04. The digital…

Posted on: June 25, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

CARNIVAL OF MADNESS 2011 TOUR DATES

Saturday, August 13 Twin Lakes, WI Shadow Hill Ranch * Sunday, August 14 Chillicothe, IL Three Sisters Park * Tuesday, August 16 Royal Oak, MI Royal Oak Music Theatre * Wednesday, August 17 Indianapolis, IN The Lawn at White River State Park Friday, August 19 Council Bluffs, IA Harrah’s Casino ** Saturday, August 20 Sedalia, MO Missouri State Fairgrounds * Tuesday, August 23 Fargo, ND The Hub (outdoors) * Wednesday,…

Posted on: June 25, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Kayla Riley Collection launch + birthday bash in NYC, next Monday June 27th!

If you’re in NYC next weekend, stick around and come party Monday night, June 27th for Kayla Riley’s Birthday Bash and launch of her jewelry line! Kayla is a DJ/Host on Sirius/XM satellite radio channels Octane, Boneyard, and The Message Amped. Show is FREE and includes sets by Hard Rock acts RED, The August Infinity, Uncrowned, and DJ Troy Quan. Raffles, prizes, and a sexy runway show to launch The…

Posted on: June 25, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Reel Big Fish and Goldfinger Reschedule Shows in Brazil and Argentina For October

Reel Big Fish was scheduled for a tour of 7 shows in Brazil and Argentina from June 22 to July 2 together with Goldfinger. Unfortunately Aaron Barrett (lead singer of Reel Big Fish) was rushed to the hospital this week after suffering severe stomach pains. Doctors determined that Aaron had acute appendicitis, and rushed him into emergency surgery the remove the ruptured organ. According to doctors, Aaron, who remains in…

Posted on: June 25, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Dylan Gilbert East Coast Summer Tour Dates

Fri July 15th – Bey’s (Columbia, SC) Sat July 16th – TBA (Wilmington NC) Sun July 17th – TBA (Virginia Beach, VA) w/ Music Player Mon July 18th – The Book Space (Philadelphia PA) Weds July 20th – The Velvet Lounge (Washington DC) Thurs July 21st – Broad Street Cafe (Durham NC) Fri July 22nd – Krankie’s (Winston Salem NC) w/ Jews & Catholics Sat July 23rd – The Cave…

Posted on: June 24, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

ERASURE RETURNS WITH BRAND NEW ALBUM TOMORROW’S WORLD – Fall 2011

Synthpop pioneers Erasure are back with Tomorrow’s World, the band’s first album in more than four years. The new album is out Fall 2011 and is produced by one of the UK dance scene’s most exciting new talents, Frankmusik, whose remixing credits include Lady Gaga, Pet Shop Boys, Ellie Goulding, and Far East Movement and whose solo album Complete Me debuted at number 13 in the UK Albums Chart. Tomorrow’s…

Posted on: June 24, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

2011-12 Season Celebrates Curtis’s Rich Heritage, Forward Momentum, Global Influence, and Local Relationships

The Curtis Institute of Music announces a season-long celebration, “Appassionato,” highlighting the renowned conservatory’s storied past, its innovative future, and its indelible impact on music in Philadelphia and the world. As Curtis carries its rich musical traditions into the future, it remains a magnet for the finest international talent. Frequent student performances are at the heart of the school’s unique, time-tested “learn by doing” philosophy, which has produced so many…

Posted on: June 24, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

“DAVE MATTHEWS BAND CARAVAN” KICKS OFF AT ATLANTIC CITY’S BADER FIELD THIS WEEKEND, JUNE 24-26

WHAT: “Dave Matthews Band Caravan” is a traveling festival featuring a diverse array of artists performing on three different stages. WHO: A total of 41 acts will perform over the course of three days, with headliners Dave Matthews Band – known for such hits as “What Would You Say,” “Crash Into Me,” “Too Much,” “Everyday,” “American Baby” and “Funny the Way it Is” – playing a full set each of…

Posted on: June 24, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Shady Nate – “Real Ni**a Recipe” Feat. Jay Jonah (Prod. By DJ Fresh)

Shady Nate & DJ Fresh recently released a video for the single, “Gimmie Da Loot,” and took the opportunity to announce the forthcoming release of their new album, Still Based On A True Story. The project will be the second collaborative album between Nate and Fresh, a follow-up to 2007’s Based On A True Story, and while the Bay Area pair have a handful of new videos planned, they’re releasing…

Posted on: June 24, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Brooklyn’s Tony Castles hit the road with Cibo Matto

July 14th @ Lincoln Hall w/ Cibo Matto-Chicago, IL July 16th @ Lee’s Palace w/ Cibo Matto-Toronto, ON July 19th @ Rock n Roll Hotel w/ Cibo Matto-Washington, DC July 20th @ Brighton Music Hall w/ Cibo Matto-Boston, MA Tony Castles was born in August 2008 in Brooklyn, NY. Paul Sicilian and Gabriel Wurzel first crossed paths as freshmen in high school. The two soon began playing together in bands…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

MTK: MUSIC TO KNOW FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY BingTM ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF ROYAL WEDDING PERFORMER

With her debut album Lights having conquered the British music scene by premiering at No. 1 on the U.K. album chart and becoming the biggest and fastest selling debut album of 2010, Ellie Goulding now joins what Vogue Magazine calls the “Best Newcomer” music festival in the United States. Ellie Goulding joins MTK: Music To Know Festival — on Saturday, August 13, 2011. She joins 18 of today’s most critically-acclaimed…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Red Bull Riot Fest 2011 Announces Largest Line-up Ever Chicago October 5-9

Since 2005, Riot Fest has outdone itself year after year, presenting the best bands from every genre under the umbrella of rock and punk, with epic reunions being a hallmark of the festival. In 2011, Red Bull Riot Fest steps up the game to a new level: killer headliners abound, from Weezer and the Descendents to Social Distortion and X (playing their iconic Los Angeles album in its entirety). “The…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Young The Giant Tour Dates As Follows:

6/25/2011 TD Banknorth Garden Boston, MA 6/26/2011 The Surf Lodge Montauk, NY 7/1/2011 WBRU Summer Concert Series Providence, RI 7/2/2011 Radio 104.5 Summer Block Party Philadelphia, PA 7/5/2011 Summerfest Milwaukee, WI 8/5/2011 Lollapalooza Chicago, IL Incubus Dates As Follows: 8/30/11 Promowest Pavilion Columbus, OH 8/31/11 AE Stage Pittsburgh, PA 9/1/11 SPAC Saratoga, NY 9/3/11 Jones Beach Theater Wantagh, NY 9/4/11 PNC Bank Arts Center Holmdel, NJ 9/7/11 Mohegan Sun Hartford,CT…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Introducing…CAPITAL CITIES! ELECTRO-POP DUO RELEASE DEBUT SELF TITLED EP VIA LAZY HOOKS!

Los Angeles-based electro-pop duo Capital Cities isn’t afraid to let the Southern California sunshine seep into their music. Synth-tastically bright, danceable and catchy, yet maintaining a depth that reflects the band’s roots in San Francisco, Paris and Armenia, it’s loaded with appeal. Perhaps it’s the vintage Juno-106 heard punching out across their self-titled debut EP, or the unique timbre of frontmen Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian’s blended vocals. Either way,…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

IMPIETY – Skullfucking Armageddon – CD | LP

IMPIETY’s most succesful album from 1999 Skullfucking Armageddon will be available again on the 24th of June 2011 on a noble digipack CD & Limited vinyl. The limited coloured vinyls will be available ONLY via Agonia Records Webstore! Do not miss it! IMPIETY “Skullfucking Armageddon” Available formats: – Limited digipack CD w/ thick booklet & linear notes – Limited to 400 copies transparent red vinyl with A2 poster & printed…

Posted on: June 23, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

EMILY’S ARMY ON TOUR*

24th Salem, ORWasteland 25th Ashland, ORCulture Works 26th Davis, CATBA 27th Sacramento, CASacramento Pyrate Punx 28th Modesto, CAMelody Ballroom 29th Stockton, CAPlea for Peace Center 30th San Francisco, CAThee Parkside * More summer dates to be announced. ALL DATES ARE WITH BOBBY JOE EBOLA AND THE CHILDREN MACNUGGITS Emily’s Army is comprised of Max Becker on bass, Cole Becker on guitar, Travis Neumann on guitar, and drummer Joey Armstrong. Co-songwriters…

Posted on: June 22, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

THIN LIZZY SET TO ROCK NORTH AMERICA THIS FALL OPENING FOR JUDAS PRIEST

It’s almost impossible to find a modern day hard rock/heavy metal band that doesn’t list Thin Lizzy as an influence. So the band couldn’t have picked a better time to launch an arena tour, opening for Judas Priest on their farewell “Epitaph Tour.” Comprised of a kick ass line-up featuring such Phil Lynott-era Lizzies as guitarist Scott Gorham, drummer Brian Downey, and keyboardist Darren Wharton, as well as Guns N’…

Posted on: June 22, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Calvin Johnson on tour w/Joey Casio

Jun 30, 2011 – Berkeley, California Escapist Comic Bookstore – W/ Joey Casio Jul 1, 2011 – San Francisco, California Great American Music Hall – w/ Sonny & the Sunsets, the Sandwitches Jul 2, 2011 – Fresno, California Bel Tower – w/ Joey Casio Jul 3, 2011 – Davis, California Robot Rocket Residence – w/ Joey Casio Jul 4, 2011 – Sacramento, California Sol Collective – w/ Joey Casio, Paul…

Posted on: June 22, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Superchunk on tour:

July 14 Brooklyn, NY House of Vans w/ OFF! & Lemuria FREE but must RSVP July 17 Chicago, IL Pitchfork Music Festival – Union Park Sept 8 Atlanta, GA Buckhead Theatre w/ the Dodos & Times New Viking Sept 10 Raleigh, NC Hopscotch Music Festival Dec 1 London, UK Scala w/ Let’s Wrestle Dec 2 – Dec 4 Minehead, UK All Tomorrow’s Parties curated by Jeff Mangum Superchunk have announced…