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Posted on: January 5, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Lyrics Born Releases “Everywhere At Once” on 3/18/08

On his first studio album since 2003’s highly praised Later That Day… (called “easily one of the most creative hip hop albums of the year” by Amazon.com), Lyrics Born (aka Tom Shimura) once again raises the bar with Everywhere At Once. Long known for his innovative beats, creative collaborations and crooner-esque vocal performances, Lyrics Born furthers his song-craft and incorporates elements such as pop, reggaeton and R ‘n B on…

Posted on: January 4, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 1

British Sea Power New Album News

Across the pond, British Sea Power fans are kicking up quite a ruckus in the name of rock music as anticipation builds for the release of their forthcoming album in early 2008.

Posted on: January 4, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 1

“Songs of the Saints” like nothing ever heard before

The music on the CD (set for release on Feb. 6 2008) brings some famous saints to life. It focuses on their life story, their struggles, and their sacred beauty. The music blends ambient, classical, jazz, and some world music styles together to create a rich musical landscape. A special piece on the album is also an innovative, contemporary arrangement of “Amazing Grace”.

Posted on: January 4, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Cassettes Debut EP Small-Time Machine Out March 08

“Ah! the sound of the 90’s… …being dragged kicking and screaming into modern day. That’s what we like. Y’all remember Robot pal and production whizzkid Jason Drake? The one man act behind Cassettes Won’t Listen and many , many excellent remixes (original work featured on MFR here ) has turned his attention to one of my most consistent sources of baseless guilt as a 90’s teen.

Posted on: January 4, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Grayceon Tours, Releases 7″ With Giant Squid

Vendlus Records’ Grayceon has recently finished a 7″ split with Giant Squid that is now available by The End Records, limited to 500 copies. Tour dates are scheduled through the first quarter of 2008 with acts like Agalloch, Lesbian, Giant Squid, Black Elk, Ludicra and more, with more dates being scheduled and updated all the time. Grayceon’s self-titled debut is still available for coverage via Vendlus/Earsplit, with a new full-length…

Posted on: January 3, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Havoc Unit Set To Release h.IV+ in February

Finland’s and Oceans is dead, now rises the new age of machines: the industrialized proclamation of Havoc Unit. Havoc Unit is the new propaganda machine & the audio-visual forum for artists to collaborate without restrictions: a test channel where neurons communicate via chemical and electrical synapses in order to spread audio-virulence and bacteria. The iridescent concept album [h.IV+] is a terror  assault on the world taboos & baboons, and for…

Posted on: January 3, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

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Posted on: January 3, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

The Audition Touring in later January on PacSun Tour

Chicago’s finest export of dance-worthy rock, The Audition, have been chosen as the premier band to headline the first ever Pacific Sunwear Music Tour. The tour, beginning January 16 at Raleigh’s The Brewery, will feature support from acts Envy On The Coast, Danger Radio, and Another Day Late, with completion exactly one month later in Baltimore.

Posted on: January 3, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Quickie Up and Coming: AA Batteries

In 2006, Amy and Alex were babysitting at a church and discovered their knack for entertaining. Playing an old, out of tune piano and singing made up songs, they discovered both of them had the same dream. Amy has been singing since the age of 3 and playing piano for the last 7 years. Alex has been singing for a year and playing piano since she was 5. AA Batteries…

Posted on: January 3, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Hurley Launches Hurley Recommends Music Program

Hurley (www.Hurley.com), the leading global youth brand with strong roots in surf, skate, art and music, and Science Records, a new independent music company based in Orange County, California, today announced the launch of the Hurley Recommends” music program in all Active retailers and Hurley outlet stores across California. The program, which involves listening stations in over 20 locations, introduces people to HurleyÂ’s favorite bands, and offers an additional outlet…

Posted on: January 2, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

The Hollows out now on anticon. in the US and Tomlab in the EU

“The Hollows” finds the boys further realizing their own distinct brand of clever and shimmery pop with the ever crooking subsurface smile we saw solidify on their critically acclaimed 2005 LP, Elephant Eyelash. WHY?’s three main constituents, Yoni Wolf (cLOUDDEAD, Hymie’s Basement, Reaching Quiet), Josiah Wolf, and Doug McDiarmid, are here joined by a notable guest cast including Andrew Broder & Mark Erickson of Fog, Doseone, and Nedelle of the…

Posted on: January 2, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Godsmack / Another Animal News

Godsmack has released their widely anticipated Greatest Hits album, Good Times Bad Times….Ten Years of Godsmack. The 16-track collection is loaded with career defining milestones and seminal Godsmack classics.   Fronted by charismatic and uncompromising singer/songwriter Sully Erna, 2008 will mark the tenth anniversary of Godsmack’s self-titled debut album; in honor of that occasion, / Good Times Bad Times….Ten Years of Godsmack /encapsulates some of their most captivating and enduring…

Posted on: January 2, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Kate Nash announces January US Dates

Kate Nash announces North American mini-tour for January in support of the release of her debut. ‘Made of Bricks’, which was produced by Paul Epworth, debuted at #1 on the UK album charts and has since gone platinum, is due stateside on January 8th via Geffen Records.

Posted on: January 1, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Radio chart climb continues for Einsturzende Neubauten’s new CD, New Press

Alles Wieder Offen, the latest chapter in the 27 year history of pioneering Industrial punks Einsturzende Neubauten continues to make headway up national radio charts even in a slow season, climbing the CMJ Top 200 to #62! At the same time adulatory press continues to pour out as evidenced by the few samples given below. —————————— If Einsturzende Neubauten’s 2007 effort Alles Wieder Offen (“All Open Again”) seems to be…

Posted on: January 1, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Saosin Tour Throughout January and February with Armor For Sleep

After spending most of 2007 crossing the country on tour, Southern California quintet Saosin has announced that they will begin 2008 on the road with new headline dates beginning January 21st at the Rialto Theatre in Tucson, AZ through February 14th at the Senator Theatre in Chico, CA, with additional shows to be added (full schedule below). Sire Records act Armor For Sleep will share the bill with The Bled…

Posted on: January 1, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Space Cadet Releases “Closet Thing To Closure”

What better way to the end year than with the release of a new cd? That’s just what’s Space Cadet has chosen to do with Closet Thing to Closure. The disc will be available at all upcoming live shows and is now available at the Kirtland online store.

Posted on: January 1, 2008 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Onesidezero and Levon Sultanian Part Ways

Onesidezero has announced they have parted ways with guitarist Levon Sultanian. A statement from the group reads as follows: “We have decided to part ways with Levon due to creative and personal differences,” says frontman Jasan Radford. “The past 11 years that Levon and I played together were some of the best times and some of the hardest, but as time goes on sometimes things change and you grow apart.…

Posted on: December 31, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Blue Scholars Continue Riding Wave of Success for Joe Metro EP

In the midst of a five-year run that has seen the release of two full-length albums, an EP, and countless packed shows, SeattleÂ’s Blue Scholars continue to the carry the torch for the Pacific NorthwestÂ’s burgeoning Hip-Hop scene. With their latest release Bayani leaving an indelible mark on 2007, the duo has built on the momentum of their critically-lauded album with a restless schedule of national and regional touring. In…