Category: News

Posted on: December 4, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

3 Release “The End is Begun” w/Bonus Track and DVD

Woodstock, NY’s progressive rock geniuses 3, proudly announce their highly acclaimed sophomore release, The End is Begun, will be re-released as a digipak on February 19, 2008. The audio CD will feature the 13 previously released explosive, mind boggling tracks as well as a bonus track; 3’s spin on the classic Pink Floyd song, “See Emily Play”…which will be track #14 on the audio disc. The bonus DVD will feature…

Posted on: December 3, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Praise for the Midwest’s Sleeper Hit Band, Sleeper Car

“Chicago’s Sleeper Car bends alt-country expectations on its second album, Love & Anxiety. The fiddles and pedal steel add twang, but the band’s real forte is its commitment to a folk-rock tradition that stretches all the way back to the ’60s. All five guys, plant roots in a songbook that nods to Dylan, the Byrds, and, by extension, Woody Guthrie. That’s not to say they sound anything at all like…

Posted on: December 3, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

The Whigs Debut on ATO Records with “Mission Control”

The Whigs are proud to announce the release of their ATO Records debut album, MISSION CONTROL. Set for a January 22, 2008 release, this confident collection of songs follows up the band’s self-released / self-financed album, GIVE ‘EM ALL A BIG FAT LIP, which caught the attention of many, including Rolling Stone Magazine who declared the Athens GA three-piece “the best unsigned band in America.” The Whigs spent most of…

Posted on: December 3, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Far-Less Releases New Album, Tours

“Days after Far-Less entered the studio in April to record ‘A Toast To Bad Taste,’ their hometown of Blacksburg, Virginia, became the setting of the mortifying Virginia Tech shootings. Whether consciously or not, this young sextet deliver an effort that reflects bravery in both a musical and very personal way.”– Alternative Press, 4 and 1/2 out of 5 stars

Posted on: December 2, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Man on a Mission: Ziggy Marley – Realizing His Father’s Dream

Exchange Catalog Man on a Mission: Ziggy Marley – Realizing His Father’s Dream Independent-Label Release Pairs Tuff Gong Worldwide with Ryko Distribution Ziggy Marley announces the re-release of his Grammy-winning album Love Is My Religion, including three bonus tracks as well as an independent distribution deal. In a bold move, Marley is eschewing the traditional record industry formula and big name labels, instead penning a distribution deal between Tuff Gong…

Posted on: December 2, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Have Yourself a Celtic Little Christmas: Platinum-Selling Celtic Woman Returns with New Christmas DVD

Angelic Irish Supergroup Follow Up Must-Have Holiday Album of 2006 with Brand-New Companion DVD, Recorded Live in Dublin New PBS TV Special Airs in December While most people are dreaming of a white Christmas, Irish supergroup Celtic Woman make an arresting case for keeping things “Green the Whole Year Round” with their release ‘A Christmas Celebration Live From Dublin,’ a DVD featuring mesmerizing performances of some of the most beloved…

Posted on: December 2, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

The Militia Group Released Copeland’s ‘Dressed Up & In Line’ Tuesday, November 20;

On Tuesday, November 20, The Militia Group released Dressed Up & In Line, a collection of rare and previously unreleased material from Florida indie darlings, Copeland. After a year filled with uncertainty and change for Copeland, it seemed an ideal time to pause for reflection. A retrospective of the band’s stellar seven-year history (2000 – 2007), this 14-song gem is loaded with music that all fans will consider must-haves while…

Posted on: December 2, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

October File / Holy Armour From The Jaws Of God

Metal Hammer says, “October File burn with all the fiery, punk-spirited menace of Black Flag and the fervent apocalyptic brimstone of Killing Joke, but with a sound that’s all their own.” With this, their proper introduction to US audiences, October File look to bring their sonic decadence to new and eager ears waiting for music with substance. Kerrang! say, “there’s a simultaneous elegance and urgency here that puts it ahead…

Posted on: December 1, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Me First and the Gimme Gimmes Release “Cash” 7 Inch on Fat Wreck

ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES CASH 7” OUT NOW The second of five limited edition releases from the ”Square Dance Series” country 7” collection by your favorite all-star, punk cover band is now available. On this installment the Man in Black, Johnny Cash, reminds us that there is nothing lonelier than the Sunday after an amphetamine rage. Side B, “I Still Miss Someone” is an unreleased song from the…

Posted on: December 1, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Devendra Banhart News and Glowing Reviews

Currently on tour in Europe following the late September release on XL Recordings of his fifth full length album Devendra Banhart has a number of additional projects and releases happening as well. *He contributes 2 songs, live performance of “At The Hop” and “Pardon My Heart” (a Neil Young song) to the iTunes exclusive Bridge School Benefit Collection, Vol. 3. For the past 21 years, The Bridge School Concerts in…

Posted on: December 1, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Corporate Punishment News and Tours

Never Enough debuts behind-the-scenes video footage and interview from “Devil I Am” Video Shoot, MP3 download of “To The Bottom” online, album street date pushed back to December 4th Ultimate Guitar.com and Never Enough, featuring ex-members of Eighteen Visions and Lylah, have teamed up to release behind-the-scenes video footage on the set of the group’s upcoming “Devil I Am” video. The video footage can be seen at the following location…

Posted on: November 30, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Blake Lewis Releases “Audio Day Dream” 12/4/7

(New York) – Blake Lewis, the popular finalist on the sixth season of “American Idol,” will release his debut album Audio Day Dream on 19 Recordings / Arista Records on December 4th, 2007. The album will feature the single “Break Anotha” co-written by One Republic’s Ryan “Alias” Tedder, Sam Watters and Lewis and produced by Tedder (Timbaland, Leona Lewis) which will go to radio this week.

Posted on: November 30, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

TUPAC: ASSASSINATION DVD Sales Soar as Fans Gain Welcome

Insight and Clarity About His Murder From the Controversial Film Los Angeles, CA–Thursday, November 15, 2007–The new documentary film TUPAC: ASSASSINATION – Conspiracy or Revenge? is off to a blockbuster start at retail. This much anticipated and revealing movie has been #1 its first 3 weeks in sales at Transworld (includes FYE & Warehouse Record Stores), #1 its first 2 weeks in sales on Amazon.com, #1 its first & second…

Posted on: November 30, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Secretly Canadian is extremely proud to announce the addition of BODIES OF WATER to its roster!

Secretly Canadian is extremely proud to announce the addition of Bodies of Water to its roster! This fall, the Los Angeles-based band toured with the Go! Team and Dead Ocean’s Phosphorescent, playing songs from their critically acclaimed album “Ears Will Pop & Eyes Will Blink”. Released on their own Thousand Tongues label, the “sparkling and expansive” (Spin) album has only been available at live shows, through digital retailers and on…

Posted on: November 30, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Blessthefall’s ‘His Last Walk’ To Be Released In Japan December 5th

Blessthefall will release His Last Walk in Japan on Wednesday, December 5th through Howling Bull (http://howling-bull.co.jp/). Here is the direct link to the release on their site: http://www.howling-bull.co.jp/cd/cd_000115.html . The Japanese version will include “I Wouldn’t Quit If Everyone Quit” as well as a bonus feature, the video for “Message To The Unknown.” Blessthefall kick off their European tour supporting Silverstein at the Colchester Arts Centre in Colchester, UK.

Posted on: November 30, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 1

The Ultimate Grammy Collection Created to Collect Hits, Help Musicares

In a grand commemoration of the 50th Celebration of the GRAMMY® Awards, Shout! Factory and The Recording Academy®’s GRAMMY Recordings announce an electrifying 7-CD series encompassing GRAMMY winners from four of the legendary awards’ major genres. With a personal introduction written by 27-time GRAMMY winner and 50th Celebration Ambassador Quincy Jones, this series is a sumptuous ode to the biggest hits in music history and a must-have for music lovers…

Posted on: November 29, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 0

Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune (PS3)

Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune (PS3) / 2007 Sony / http://www.us.playstation.com/uncharted / Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune was developed by Naughty Dog Studios, the individuals that came up with Jak & Daxter, as well as Crash Bandicoot. One could logically guess that Naughty Dog would create a solid game with “Drake’s Fortune”, and they do just that. The story behind “Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune” is that you are Nathan Drake, a treasure hunter that is…

Posted on: November 29, 2007 Posted by: James Comments: 1

Tela Melos Tours, Provides Fans with Bio Information

Art, if it’s done right, is not easily definable. You just know it when you see it. The boys in Sacramento-based Tera Melos know this, even if they have a hard time conveying it. “So you know Excite Bike, right?” asks bassist Nathan Latona when describing Drugs To The Dear Youth. “Did you ever stare at the screen so long that the track and the graphics invert so now you…