Category: News

Posted on: November 6, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Loose Cannon “The Most Underrated MC in the Business” makes an official comeback with his mixtape “Suck My Mic”

Newark-based emcee Loose Cannon is back with his new release entitled “Suck My Mic,” hosted by Brick City’s own DJ Reek Gz and featuring appearances from Rah Digga, Hussein Fatal, Nucci Reyo, Hypno, and Billy Roadz, as well as original production from Dame Grease, Sedeck Jean, and more. Loose, who is a member of The Source’s elite Unsigned Hype alumni, displays his versatility as he rocks over everything from 80’s…

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Posted on: November 6, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Merle and Larry

Merle and Larry are San Francisco based-California tuned and have entertained locally and internationally since 2002. Recently they returned from a tour of Europe where they shared their music from Budapest to Barcelona. And now..their story: Merle: We met over an evening of dinner and fine California wine, and we talked until the wee small hours of the morning. “My,” I thought, “he’s the most worldly wise man I have…

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Posted on: November 6, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Last Days of Erte

Courvoisier(R) Cognac, one of the world’s leading cognac brands, under the Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], umbrella, announces the extremely limited U.S. release of the final remaining sets of the highly collectable and one-of-a-kind Courvoisier Erte Collection. Originally designed to blend two of the greatest pleasures in life – outstanding cognac and the eternal beauty of art – this extraordinary and rare Collection features seven…

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Posted on: November 6, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Tony McGhee

Musicians: Tony McGhee (drums, vocals), Brazz (bass, vocals), Demi “Doc” McGhee (keyboards), Rodney Womack (keys & drum programming), Bryan Mills, Rube (sax), Earl Carter (guitar), Donald Tillery (trumpet), Shanita Johnson (vocals) Review: Who is Tony McGhee? A fair and appropriate question for anyone unfamiliar with this artist. My introduction was an on-the-fly experience. Walking out of a local music store recently, I was stopped dead in my tracks by the…

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Posted on: November 6, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

The All American Rejects Premiere Official Music Video

The All-American Rejects have just premiered the video for explosive single “Gives You Hell” on Yahoo! Music. Directed by Marc Webb, the video was described by the band as a neighborly quarrel between two completely opposite households, the square versus the raucous rockers, both of which have front-man Tyson Ritter as the head of the house. The trials and tribulations between the Rockers and the Preps unfold as the video…

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Posted on: November 5, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Introduces ScriptureThis

ScriptureThis (Christopher Kuntz) was influenced to write music by the Rhohacodesh which is Hebrew for Holy Spirit, as well as his friend Blaine Larsen, and family. Chris grew up around people that loved God and loved music. His brother Johann, was a huge inspiration for why he started recording music. Christopher used to be embarrassed by his brother’s all out heart for God and life, but he now appreciates and…

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Posted on: November 5, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Rising from the Underground – Adrienne Arno

While the media continues to contemplate the future of the music business, singer-songwriter Adrienne Arno was not content to wait for the answer. The indie artist chose instead to explore the boundaries of the typical singer-songwriter tack with the creation of her album, theVirgin Hunger. Adrienne Arno’s passionate voice and thought-provoking songs have mesmerized and inspired fans all over the worldwide web, earning her comparisons to celebrated artists such as…

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Posted on: November 5, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Finlay Morton

Aberdeen-born Finlay Morton releases the follow up to the much lauded ‘Interpret This’. On ‘Back To Basics’, Morton builds on his much loved formula of bringing together the irreverent, the humorous and the heartfelt to make his form of rock/blues/country all the more sweet. When Interpret This was released, it picked up play from BBC Radio 2, Radio Scotland and BBC Wales, and garnered attention from The Times, The Express…

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Posted on: November 4, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

“Godfather” Bobble Heads The Perfect Complement To New Trilogy DVD Release

Coinciding with this month’s new DVD release of “The Godfather” trilogy, leading online action figure and collectibles retailer Entertainment Earth is offering fans eight “Godfather” items to select from, including the bobble head pictured here. Please visit http://www.entertainmentearth.com/hitlist.asp?theme=Godfather to check out the collection. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming…

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Posted on: November 4, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Chris Hicken / Cantinero Continues To Succeed After Release of “Better For The Metaphon”

An immediate contender for the hearts of discerning, literate indie music fans around the world, British born, New York based alt-pop singer/songwriter Chris Hicken—better known to his growing legion of fans as “Cantinero”—entered the highly competitive fray in 2004 with Championship Boxing, his critically acclaimed Artemis/V2 Records debut whose title was a not so subtle metaphor for the successful battle for his creative sanity after years of ups and downs…

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Posted on: November 4, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Andras Schiff Sets Up Final 2009 Shows

On September 30th, ECM released the last two volumes of András Schiff’s complete Beethoven Sonatas recorded during the 2004-2006 season when he was performing the cycle in Europe. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has covered independent music, PC hardware, consumer tech, and gaming culture since 1998. With over 25 years of continuous digital publishing experience, he has written…

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Posted on: November 4, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Reboot Stereophonic Founders Release “And You Shall Know Us By The Trail Of Our Vinyl” Featuring The Barry Sisters

For some, inspiration comes from a trip to Paris, but for Roger Bennett and Josh Kun, the lodestone points towards Boca Raton (and eBay).  AND YOU SHALL KNOW US BY THE TRAIL OF OUR VINYL:  The Jewish Past as Told By the Records We Have Loved and Lost (Crown/$24.95/November 18, 2008) is about two men in search of their past and how they found an unexpected narrative through the faded…

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Posted on: November 4, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Cassettes Won’t Listen has a new blog on MTV about Independence

Cassettes Won’t Listen has a new blog that will be appearing on MTV2’s Subterranean at www.subterraneanblog.com.  It’s going to offer advice to musicians about the DIY ethic.  Both in his role as an artist and at his day job as Director of Marketing at Def Jux (whose mantra, Independent as Fuck, rang with a sharp clang upon its launch near the beginning of this decade), Cassettes Won’t Listen (a/k/a Jason Drake) has a lot of…

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Posted on: November 3, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Singer-Songwriter Greg Copeland’s New Album Diana and James Released Today on Inside Recordings, the Independent Label Founded by Jackson Browne, Who Executive Produced the CD

Southern California-based singer-songwriter Greg Copeland’s new album DIANA AND JAMES is released today, October 7 on Inside Recordings, the independent label founded by Jackson Browne and his management team.  Browne also serves as executive producer for the project, which was produced by Greg Leisz, a pedal steel ace and renowned guitarist who plays on every track as well.  Throughout, Copeland’s folk-flavored songs come alive by virtue of his resonant and…

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Posted on: November 3, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Flaming Lips bring Christmas on Mars (A Fantastical Film Freakout) to DVD and venues around the country

This fall, legendary cult-rock band THE FLAMING LIPS, Warner Brothers Records, and film company Cinema Purgatorio finally bring the long-awaited CHRISTMAS ON MARS: A Fantastical Film Freakout Featuring the Flaming Lips to offbeat venues across the country. The companies have carved an innovative deal to book CHRISTMAS ON MARS into rock clubs, stage theaters, museums, and select movie theaters across the country. This continues the Flaming Lips’ own presentation of…

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Posted on: November 3, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

DEPECHE MODE TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM IN APRIL 2009, FOLLOWED BY FIRST-EVER STADIUM TOUR IN MAY

EMI Music is thrilled to announce that it has signed an exclusive worldwide deal with multi-platinum recording artists Depeche Mode. EMI Music’s Mute label has been the best-selling British trio’s international home since 1981 when the label released the group’s debut single “Dreaming of Me” in the U.K. The new deal means that EMI Music will now release Depeche Mode’s music in the U.S. for the first time, as well…

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Posted on: November 2, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

Gloria Gaynor Releases Christmas CD Featuring a Tribute to the Troops

Gloria Gaynor, long known as a source of inspiration for her hit single “I Will Survive,” has released a Christmas album entitled “Christmas Presence,” just in time for the holiday season. The CD includes many traditional holiday songs such as God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman, Frosty the Snowman and O Holy Night. anfnewsacctwww.neufutur.com

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Posted on: November 2, 2008 Posted by: anfnewsacct Comments: 0

The Sound of the Smiths: Rhino Offers A Major New Smiths Collection Of Classic Recordings

Rhino announces the release of THE SOUND OF THE SMITHS, a new collection of classic and rare recordings that will be available November 11. The compilation was completed with the full cooperation of Morrissey, who provided the title, and Johnny Marr, who personally supervised the mastering. They both assisted in the track selection, and their joint involvement ensures that this will be the most comprehensive look back at The Smiths’…

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Posted on: November 2, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Time And Distance Sign To Not Alone Records

Charleston, WV pop-rockers Time And Distance (www.myspace.com/timeanddistance) have recently signed to Not Alone Records (www.notalonerecords.com). The group will be hitting the studio this January with Rob Freeman (Cobra Starship, Hit The Lights, Houston Calls) to record their third release. Along with T&D’s new full-length, Not Alone will be putting out a limited 7” pressing of unreleased acoustic tracks. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief…

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Posted on: November 2, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

A Day In The Life of 88

Check out a day in the life of Keith, Anthony, and Adam in stop motion, they really are clever. You can see the video series exclusively at Imeem, you can now know what a morning with Anthony and Keith would entail…Next week will be filled with another beautiful stop-and-go morning with Adam. SargeantJohn Sargeant, writing on NeuFutur as Sargeant, is the founder and editor-in-chief of NeuFutur Magazine, where he has…

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