Category: Artist News

Posted on: December 29, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 1

Punk Goes Pop 2 Bands and Tracks Announced!

Fearless Records (Plain White T’s, Mayday Parade, The Maine) is proud to announce their latest addition to the Punk Goes series, “Punk Goes Pop 2,” which is set to release on March 10, 2009. The hottest cover compilation album on the planet will be all about the POP this time around, and will feature popular rock, hardcore, screamo, and punk artists covering the catchiest POP songs to date from artists…

Posted on: December 29, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

MYSPACE PRESENTS THE VON BONDIES’ “LOVE, HATE AND THEN THERE’S YOU” TOUR

As THE VON BONDIES gear up for the February 3 release of Love, Hate And Then There’s You–their third studio album and debut for Majordomo Records (an imprint of Shout! Factory)–the Michigan-based rock outfit has teamed up with MySpace to present their “Love, Hate And Then There’s You” tour with special guests Nico Vega. The first round of dates commence in mid-February and includes stops throughout the Northeast including Toronto,…

Posted on: December 28, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Two Great Titles Come to DVD Feb. 10 from Infinity Entertainment

Long before paparazzi pursued celebrities, celebrities pursued iconic journalist Rona Barrett. Aside from moving into a 90210 zip code and invites to glam parties, stars knew they had it truly made when “Miss Rona” knocked at their estate door. No one has ever had more personal access to celebrities baring their souls, revealing their secrets, sharing their dreams than Barrett. In a career spanning more than 30 years, Barrett is…

Posted on: December 28, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Craig McConnell

Drawing passion and fire from the rich traditions and hauntingly beautiful music of his native Scotland, Craig McConnell’s sonic embrace is both deep and wide. Craig is an accomplished international rock guitarist and something of a “chameleon” within the world of music, working in an impressive variety of styles and genres. Rock, Jazz/Fusion, New Age and Classical are but some of his many musical colours. His artistry reaches beyond the…

Posted on: December 28, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Denon Classics’ Andre Rieu #1 Top Selling Classical Artist in 2008!

Denon Classics, once again the U.S.’s #1 independent Classical label is celebrating the announcement this week that Andre Rieu is the #1 selling Classical artist for 2008 according to Billboard Magazine! Already well established as a top-seller of the Classical music world and on the eve of celebrating his 30-year anniversary on stage, Andre Rieu has always dominated the charts consistently debuting at or near the top with each consecutive…

Posted on: December 28, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces American Zeros

AMERICAN ZEROS is a rock/power pop trio from Dallas. They are musically known for their strong harmonies and ability to write catchy and multi-faceted songs. Their newest release, ‘Draw!’ has 14 tracks plus a blooper bonus track, with songs comparable to bands such as Incubus, the Foo Fighters, Franz Ferdinand, Collective Soul, John Mayer, U2, and even a little AC/DC.

Posted on: December 27, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Clean Slate Riesling Names the Top Ten Public Figures Who Most Need a Clean Slate for the New Year

As Americans say goodbye to 2008, Clean Slate Riesling considers those celebrities and national figures who most need — and perhaps, deserve — to begin 2009 with a clean slate. For years Riesling has had a bad reputation for being overly sweet and in kitschy blue bottles with undecipherable labels. Clean Slate’s modern packaging, uncomplicated label and crisp and refreshing flavors are giving Riesling a clean slate and making it…

Posted on: December 27, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Alexis Vear

In 2004 Alexis released her debut album, “Never Give Up”, an acoustic record full of heart and soul that received national airplay on NPR. Internationally her CD sold on 3 continents, including Asia, North America, and Europe.

Posted on: December 27, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Fern Knight recording tarot cycle for new album – link to Spanish radio performance

Fern Knight, one of the foremost of Philadelphia’s internationally renowned community of top avant folk outfits is recording a new eight song project at home in Fishtown for mid-2009, vinyl-only release on VHF. A lot of the songs are inspired by the Tarot…five were written this past Fall – “From Zero…”, “The Eye of the Queen”, “Pentacles”, “The Poisoner” and “Cups and Wands”, one was written just before the Sept…

Posted on: December 26, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Nachtgeschrei News

Here are some brandnew NACHTGESCHREI news: The band finished the studio works for their next, yet untitled album. The cd will be released march, 27th via Massacre Records. NACHTGESCHREI will play the next WGT and is featured on the brandnew “Feuertanz Festival 2008 Live”- DVD.

Posted on: December 26, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

MTV CLOSES OUT 2008 WITH A SURPRISE-FILLED BASH FEATURING ONE OF MUSIC’S BIGGEST STARS, MILEY CYRUS, TAKING OVER A LUCKY FAN’S HOME TO CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE

While Times Square will certainly have its share of New Year’s Eve festivities counting down to 2009, MTV has teamed up with Miley Cyrus, one of music’s biggest stars, to celebrate the year’s end with one of the biggest parties of the year, “FNMTV Presents: A Miley-Sized Surprise…New Year’s Eve 2009.” The special will air live on Wednesday, December 31st from 8-9:30pm ET, with an encore presentation at 10:30pm ET…

Posted on: December 25, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Introducing: Perish The Thought

Perish the Thought Formed in 2007 from the ashes of Shambuenos , Sylvia Saint and Loophole. Perish The thought make music informed by the aggression of metal , the urgency of punk and the melody of gothic rock .

Posted on: December 25, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Crash Kelly

In the five years since Toronto-based guitar slinger Sean Kelly recorded the first Crash Kelly song in his modest home studio, he has exploded from down and dirty clubs to arenas, amphitheaters, and other major venues in North America and Europe. July 29th will mark the U.S. release of his much anticipated third CD entitled, “One More Heart Attack.”

Posted on: December 25, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

REPO! ROAD TOUR 3 SET TO KICK OFF JANUARY 13

“I think that the REPO! Road Tour must be seen to be believed.  REPO! has inspired a community, and that community shows up in force on the road tour to bond, sing, and show off their fan-made REPO! costumes and props.  I imagine this is what being there on the ground floor of The Rocky Horror Picture Show experience 33 years ago must have been like.”  Stated Terrance Zdunich Actor/Co…

Posted on: December 23, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

All Time Low, Alt Press Band of the Year!!!

Alternative Press is pleased to announce Maryland 4-piece ALL TIME LOW as the 2008 “Band of the Year”, as well as the cover boys of their February issue. The ballots for the 2008 Readers Poll were the deciding factor for the award that’s previously been bestowed upon Paramore, Fall Out Boy, and Avenged Sevenfold. The upcoming issue also has the guys dishing on their recent headlining tour, fans, and their…