Category: Artist News

Posted on: April 7, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Rick Stone

20th Century Guitar Magazine’s Robert Silverstein calls Rick Stone “one of the finest straight-ahead jazz guitarists on the current NYC scene” and JazzReview.com’s Don Williamson remarks on Rick’s “fluid exposition of ideas, mature technique and deep understanding of the material he plays.” From fresh interpretations of standards, to lyrically evocative originals, Rick Stone is an artist with a clear musical vision. His fluid, full-bodied sound pays homage to the great…

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Posted on: April 6, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

AFTER A SOBERING FULL LENGTH RELEASE JASON KARABAN READIES A THREE SONG EP MAYFLY, OUT 4/7

On the heels of his sophomore disc Sobriety Kills, Los Angeles indie alt/pop artist Jason Karaban releases a three song EP titled Mayfly on April 7 on Ascend Records. The disc is available online. On April 10, Jason will perform at the Hotel Café songs from Mayfly and preview new tracks with his new band featuring members of Counting Crows, Elvis Costello’s Imposters and vocalist Lucy Schwartz. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 6, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Junk Science – “Running Shoes”

Junk Science’s new track contains all the beloved elements of a classic Junk Science joint: that gritty, intentionally low-fi beat quality, complements of DJ Snafu, and deep, thoughtful, relevant lyrics crafted by Baje One. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 6, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

BOOM BOX REPAIR KIT Support “My Dear Antagonist”

Combining indie rock with the brisk fervency of merengue, the swing of son with the thump of funk and the memorable melodies of pop with the twist and turns of prog rock, New York City’s Boom Box Repair Kit is claiming musical territory all their own. They borrow from traditional Spanish Caribbean music in much the same way the Bad Brains borrow from Reggae, the Red Hot Chili Peppers borrow…

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Posted on: April 6, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur.com Introduces The Karma Parade

From the dusty mire of the Long Island, NY scene, The Karma Parade was originally founded by John Karma, formerly of the legendary NY garage-folk punk act Karma Essence. Since the breakup in 2001, a new band later came to fruition. The trio, later became John Karma & The Band Parade, included Nancy Hilsenbeck on percussion and Edward McNeice, of Otis Mercury Jones on bass. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 6, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Single File Have Common Struggles

Denver-based rock trio Single File are set to release Common Struggles, their full length debut, on April 7th. “The title Common Struggles says it all – I’m not pretending that any of what I’ve dealt with is new, it’s just the human condition,” says lead vocalist/guitarist/bassist Sloan Anderson, explaining the choice of title for Single File’s album, which was produced by Howard Benson (My Chemical Romance, The All-American Rejects, Less…

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Posted on: April 5, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

TOM WAITS GOES GOLD

TOM WAITS latest 3 CD set—Orphans: Brawlers, Bawlers & Bastards—has been certified gold by the RIAA® and will be released on vinyl by Anti- Records in the not-too-distant future. He has also collaborated with Kool Keith on N.A.S.A.’s recently released The Spirit of Apollo, which also features such diverse artists as David Byrne, Karen O and Ol’ Dirty Bastard. As for new material, Waits and his long time collaborator and…

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Posted on: April 5, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Russian Circles to Debut New Material on Mini Spring Tour

Chicago’s illustrious instrumental trio, Russian Circles, will emerge from Midwestern hibernation for a quick jaunt through the Midwest/East Coast before heading back into the studio to record the follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2008 release, Station. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 5, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

RODRIGUEZ ANNOUNCES NATIONWIDE TOUR DATES!

The man, the plan, Rodriguez has, for the first time ever, announced a series of dates that wil take him across the country. From Madison, Wisconsin to New York City to San Francisco, Rodriguez will bring his unique blend of psych-folk to his fans, new and old. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 5, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Gbanjah

It was Shakespeare who said, “If music be the food of Love, play on.” And Gbanjah is an artist who definitely plays on. Born to a singer mother, Gbanjah has been on stage since he could walk. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 5, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

A preview of Pendragon’s “Concerto Maximo” DVD

Shortly after the release of their latest album “Pure”, undoubtedly one of the most noteworthy prog-rock releases of the year 2008, the legendary Pendragon for once more visited the WyspiaÅ„ski Theater in Katowice, Poland, to celebrate the band’s 30th anniversary. With their outstanding performance, and with their line-up strengthened by the addition of a new drummer Scott Higham (also known from his past cooperation with Clive Nolan on the project…

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

My Morning Jacket Celebrate Record Store Day with New Live EP

With last year’s acclaimed Evil Urges still going strong, and memories of their many live performances fresh in the minds of all who witnessed them, My Morning Jacket would like to give a token of thanks in the form of a new, live EP. Titled Celebración De La Ciudad Natal, the EP will be released on Record Store Day, April 18th. In support of independently owned and operated businesses across…

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

El Guincho “In New York, Everything Is Tropical (Remix)” Mp3!

El Guincho, Barcelona’s finest sample maestro, adds a dash of his patented “space-age exotica” to Kuroma’s Green Label Sound single “In New York, Everything Is Tropical.” Know for using a great deal of sampling while incorporating elements of Afrobeat, Dub and Tropicália, El Guincho adds a whole new twist to “In New York, Everything Is Tropical.” anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

HEAVY ARTILLERY SIGNS VEKTOR

In continuing their commitment to a worldwide metallic onslaught HEAVY ARTILLERY is proud to announce the signing of Phoenix, AZ based futuristic thrashers, VEKTOR. Refusing to be pigeon-holed into any metal sub-genre, VEKTOR employs an array of intricacy, virtuosity and a wholly unique sound that sets them clearly apart from the growing legions of color-by-numbers thrash bands. Their debut full length album, Black Future on HEAVY ARTILLERY, is tentatively slated…

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

EXPLOSIONS IN THE SKY CELEBRATE TENTH ANNIVERSARY ANNOUNCE SUMMER TOUR DATES

In February 1999, three longtime friends from West Texas went to a pizza place in Austin, Texas, for a prearranged meeting with a young man from Illinois. The Illinoisan had just moved to Austin, and he had put up a flyer that caught the interest of the others. They ate pizza and discussed movies and arcana. They also decided to meet the next day with their various instruments (two guitars,…

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur.com Introduces Dimension Zero

Dimension Zero, a concept born from the inspiration of the European computer underground “demo” scene in 1992. Unlike traditional musical projects, Dimension Zero originated as an online distributor for graphical/musical computer demos created by groups like Future Crew, ACiD, and The Humble Guys. Monty Singleton, the SysOp (System Operator) of Dimension Zero was fascinated by the possibilities of what could be created on a personal computer and began experimenting with…

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Posted on: April 4, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Mac McCaughan’s pre-Superchunk band, Wwax, compiled for the first time!

This is a collection of all the studio recordings that Wwax made, all done at Duck Kee Studios on Bickett Blvd in Raleigh in 1987 and 1988. Tracks 1 & 2 were released by our friend Steve Skrzyniarz on his label Leopard Gecko out in Tacoma. The next seven tracks came out on Merge in a double 7″ format. The Songs “All Begins Again,” “Just Like” and “Misinvite” were originally…

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Posted on: April 3, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

SuicideGirls.com and others praise Thomas Anselmi and Mirror’s debut CD

Mirror is a just released album of cinematic, electronic pop music from Thomas Anselmi’s multi-media project of the same name produced by Vincent Jones and featuring performances by a star-studded cast of collaborators including Depeche Mode singer Dave Gahan, Warhol superstar Joe Dallesandro, Bowie pianist Mike Garson, and introducing chanteuse Laure-Elaine and teen actress Frances Lawson. The CD is being released by the Mirror Presents label. The great press continues…

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Posted on: April 3, 2009 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Sootara

Sootara is a singer and songwriter with a unique way of writing and viewing the world. She does not write using an instrument, rather the songs come to her and she records them vocally, working with them in this way . anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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