Category: Artist News

Posted on: November 29, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

LIGHTNING SWORDS OF DEATH: New Track

Today Stereogum premieres “Invoke The Desolate One,” the third track off of LIGHTNING SWORDS OF DEATH’s The Extra Dimensional Wound full-length, released earlier this year. The second official studio offering (and first for Metal Blade Records) from the Southern California black metal horde was recorded in Corona, California at Trench Studios by guitarist Roska with John Haddad handling engineering duties, and was mixed and mastered by Sverker “Necro” Widgren at…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 29, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

THE GATES OF SLUMBER SET TO ENTER STUDIO AND BEGIN WORK ON NEW ALBUM

Celebrated “True Heavy Metal band” THE GATES OF SLUMBER will enter England’s Orgone Studios with producer Jaime Gomez Arellano (Ghost, Angel Witch) later this month to lay down tracks for its forthcoming new album. The follow up to the Indianapolis trio’s critically acclaimed LP Hymns of Blood and Thunder will see a spring, 2011 release via Rise Above Records. THE GATES OF SLUMBER recently announced the addition of new drummer,…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 29, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

FREE SAMPLER from Lujo Records featuring Yourself and the Air, Bluebrain and more!

We are showcasing our new signings by giving away a free sampler with unheard songs from new bands wrstlers and Yourself and the Air, as well as roster favorites Firs, Bluebrain and Death House Chaplain. Download the entire Lujo Records Sampler for free HERE: http://www.lujorecords.com/2010/ Here’s some 411 on the new bands… Yourself and the Air These Chicago boys play self-proclaimed, “natural indie” that gives nodes to Modest Mouse, The…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 28, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Celebrities and Music Fans Unite in Nashville to Help Fight Childhood Cancer at the CHEMO DUCK GOES COUNTRY Red Carpet Event

Tuesday night’s CHEMO DUCK GOES COUNTRY – MUSIC CITY FIGHTS CHILDHOOD CANCER red carpet event exceeded all expectations, with hundreds of supporters packing into the historic Berger Building in downtown Nashville during CMA Awards Week for a night of food, cocktails and world-class entertainment all to support an incredible local charity. All proceeds from the event will benefit Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program, an organization based in Spring Hill, Tennessee, that…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 28, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Gay Blades Tour Dates:

November 29th Garfield Artworks Pittsburgh, PA November 30th The Basement Columbus, OH December 1st Cicero’s St. Louis, MO December 2nd The Riot Room Kansas City, MO December 4th Black Sheep Colorado Springs, CO December 7th Bottom of The Hill San Francisco, CA December 8th The Casbah San Diego, CA December 11th The Rogue Bar Phoenix, CA December 13th Rubber Gloves Denton, TX December 14th Emo’s Alt Lounge Austin, TX December…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 28, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

“Henry Rollins – Rare Cuts and Conversation”

For the first time, Los Angeles public radio station KCRW (89.9FM and KCRW.com) will shine a spotlight on our most well-known DJ Henry Rollins, in a one-of-a-kind live event. On Thursday, December 9 at 8pm, KCRW will present an exclusive listening party at the Echoplex which will serve as a benefit for the station. Rollins has been searching his musical vaults and will come armed with top selections from his…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 28, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Beatallica, that other band on the run, keeps the Masterful Mystery Tour on the road.

Beatallica, that other band on the run, keeps the Masterful Mystery Tour on the road with a set of midwest and west coast tour dates throughout November and December. Continuing their infamous bash-up of Metallica and The Beatles, Masterful Mystery Tour is Beatallica’s second full length studio album and features the hits “Hero of the Day Tripper” and “Fuel On The Hill” as well as the fan favorite “I Want…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 28, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Grab A Cosmic Classic + Mini-Mix From Leo Zero’s Disconnect Mix

Strut presents the first in a new series of compilations, Disconnect, asking some of the world’s leading DJs to explore the darker side of their collections for rarities, secret weapons and unheralded dancefloor winners. We kick off with one of the UK’s finest, Leo Zero aka Leo Elstob. Elstob has remained an influential figure in contemporary clubland for over 15 years. As a DJ, his pedigree is considerable. Resident at…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 27, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Bear In Heaven Premiere “You Do You”

Bear In Heaven are tearing it up one last time for 2010. If you haven’t seen them yet, this is a show that needs to be experienced. Joining them along the way for their last US tour for the year, are Lower Dens, Twin Shadow, Sun Airway and Cloudland Canyon. And just for fun the band have released yet another stellar remix, this time coming from UK band Tropics for…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 27, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

GOBBLE GOBBLE’s Second Single “Wrinklecarver” Now Available For Order

GOBBLE GOBBLE is the hyperactive bedroom pop project of San Francisco via Canada noise nomad Cecil Frena. Frena screamed and played guitar in Canadian hardcore bands for years until a fateful summer tour in which he blew out his throat, at which point pop music became a more appealing proposition. The results are unorthodox to say the least: stuttering, blown-out and chopped guitar peals, erratic, bubbling synth arpeggios, and bursts…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 27, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Ireland’s DARKEST ERA releases recording update including studio photos, announces title of upcoming Metal Blade debut

DARKEST ERA, the heavy metal band based in Northern Ireland and one of Metal Blade’s newest additions to its artist roster, have recently completed work on their forthcoming album titled The Last Caress of Light and have issued the following update: “It is with great pleasure that we announce we have finished work on our debut album; to be titled The Last Caress of Light. The album is a work…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 27, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

RASCAL FLATTS ANNOUNCE SECOND LEG OF “NOTHING LIKE THIS TOUR”

The best-selling country group of the decade, Rascal Flatts, announced today they will continue their “Nothing Like This Tour” into 2011 with shows re-launching January 14 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota at the Sioux Falls Arena. This leg of the tour will perform 21 shows and features opening actsLuke Bryan and Chris Young. When Rascal Flatts wrapped the first leg of the “Nothing Like This Tour” last month, the band…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 23, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

From Ibiza to Miami: Richard Grey launches monthly residency with SET

After shaking dance floors at Pacha and Privilege Ibiza all season long, frenchman Richard Grey announces a new move to Miami. Known for his hit singles played by artists such as Guetta, Morillo, and the Swedish House Mafia, Richard’s outstanding collaborations with Daft Punk, Bob Marley, Shakira, and Armand Van Helden have also hit Top 10 positions on charts worldwide. The new Miami residency is set to express a unique…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 23, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Torture Division Announces Evighetens Dårar CD Release Party

In a statement taken from the band’s website, TORTURE DIVISION mainman Lord K. Philipson had the following to say regarding the gig: “We just started to rehearse individually for this coming gig, the first one since we played Getaway Festival this summer. To say we are stoked to get back on stage is an understatement. We will premiere a song or 2 that we haven’t played live before and the…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 23, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DUSTED ANGEL’s Debut Album Out Now

DUSTED ANGEL’s long-anticipated full length Earth Sick Mind is out now via Mankind Records, bearing seven thunderous anthems for public consumption. The band’s blend of raging rock/hardcore crossover and cerebral doom elements has been slowly infecting full-on headbangers, stoner rock aficionados and all in between over the past two years, and it all comes together seamlessly on the 40-minute long debut album. Merging DUSTED ANGEL’s longstanding ties to West Coast…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 23, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Fake Problems New Tour Dates

ake Problems recently recorded some acoustic songs for Maker’s Mark Red Wax Sessions. Fake Problems were joined by Surfer Blood, DOM, Bear Hands and more. The sessions can be downloaded for FREE at: http://www.insound.com/promos/red-wax-sessions We also launched a brand new online store. http://www.fakeproblemsmerch.com Fake Problems have added new tour dates: 12/1 Jacksonville, FL Jack Rabbits* 12/2 Birmingham, AL Firehouse* 12/4 St. Louis, MO The Firebird* 12/5 Chicago, IL Beat Kitchen*…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 23, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Shigeto’s Debut Full-Length, ‘Full Circle,’ Out Now

Thus far, Zach Saginaw’s releases as Shigeto have been fragments, albeit singularly satisfying fragments—EP-length glimpses into the Brooklyn producer’s creative psyche. After filling two EPs on Ghostly International (Semi Circle & What We Held On To ) , Shigeto’s lush, sumptuous take on instrumental hip-hop has fully materialized. Full Circle , the artist’s first full-length album due on November 9th, completes the journey begun with Shigeto’s Semi-Circle EP, synthesizing the…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 22, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

JESSE WEEKS DEDICATES LATEST VIDEO TO CANADIAN MILITARY

A proud member of Toronto’s police force, Jesse Weeks works double time trading sirens for melodies to serve the people with his inspiring take on adult contemporary. Teaming up with Jeff Hammond, a Canadian director and actor, Weeks is set to release his latest video. ‘Answers’ is a timely piece, dedicated to the Canadian Military in anticipation of Remembrance Day, Weeks bares his soul for viewers to see and by…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 22, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

PAPER AEROPLANES WOWS CROWD AT AMERICAN DEBUT

With just two guitars, an occasional mandolin, and Sarah Howells’ gorgeous voice, Paper Aeroplanes wowed the crowd last night, as they made their American debut at New Jersey’s Mexicali Live. “The first show in America was really perfect, actually,” Howells said. “It was a really nice crowd and I think we managed to get people’s attention and captivate the room. There was great sound and a great atmosphere, so all-in-all…

READ MORE
Posted on: November 22, 2010 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Duo 505 – Walzer Oder Nicht

Duo 505 – Walzer Oder Nicht (Release 21.01.2011; USA: 15.02.2011) Forget about lyrics to convey feelings or moods: It’s all in the music, in the melodies, its harmonies. After all, these tracks don’t need words to say a whole lot. The same is true of their genesis: Bernhard Fleischmann and Herbert Weixelbaum hardly discussed any ideas or musical concepts while in the studio. Instead, these tracks simply emerged while they…

READ MORE