Category: News

Posted on: August 24, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Karma To Burn – re-issue of the second album out in September

Metal Mind Productions presents re-issue of the second full-length album by Karma To Burn – “Wild Wonderful Purgatory” (1999). Karma to Burn was a desert rock/psychedelic rock band from Morgantown, West Virginia (US) comprised of guitarist William Mecum, bassist Rich Mullins and drummer Nathan Limbaugh (later to be replaced by Rob Oswald for Wild, Wonderful Purgatory). Some early reports on Karma To Burn stated that the band had “vocalist problems”.…

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Posted on: August 24, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Modern rock by Evidence One Set For a 9/2 Release Date

Evidence One is one of the most talented groups on the contemporary melodic rock scene, paying homage to traditional hard rock while in the same time sharpening it with a hard metal edge. “Tattooed Heart” is their second full-length release and one of their best – it contains all the elements that make a band worth your attention: great musicianship, passionate vocals and a powerful message. If you think that…

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Posted on: August 23, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Starfucker, As Well

Extremely psyched to bring you a preview from the debut self-titled full length of one of Portland’s most talked about new bands. Starfucker is a name that is not so much a rejection of the seriousness in the music industry, but a commitment to the playful spirit of their music; an understanding between three multi-instrumentalists in a ethereal galaxy of drums, drum machines, keyboards, guitars, turntablism, and a live performance…

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Posted on: August 23, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Eminem – “Slaughtahouse” Remix

Eminem remixes classic Masta Ace record for Delicious Vinyl Eminem emerges from the shadows to rework Masta Ace’s classic “Slaughtahouse” for Delicious Vinyl’s RMXXOLOGY. Originally released on 1993’s Slaughtahouse, the track called for a “death to the wack MC’s” and the gangsta rap era. The original video featured Masta Ace and crew rhyming in an actual slaughterhouse. Dressed in white butcher suits, drenched in blood, and with axes in their…

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Posted on: August 23, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine Introduces Jon Sonnenberg

New record features acoustic versions of formerly electronic compositions! For more than a decade, Jon Sonnenberg has charmed listeners with an unparalleled ability to blend intricate sounds and textures with pleasant melodies. Whether creating sounds electronically, electrically, or acoustically, the layers and quality of Sonnenberg’s work enables one’s imagination to see beyond the confines of commercial music. His new album, Acoustic Selections, features reconfigured and rerecorded versions of his previous…

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Posted on: August 23, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Shugo Tokumaru to bring “Exit” stateside on September 2nd, 2008 on Almost Gold Recordings

With its dazzling colors and magnificent arrangements, listening to Japanese singer-songwriter Shugo Tokumaru’s forthcoming release “Exit” is like being one of the tiny shards inside a kaleidoscope. And just like a kaleidoscope, the individual pieces weave into a grand spectacle. “Exit” changes with every turn of Shugo’s hand. Its universally compelling blend of pop, folk and new music draws inspiration from such diverse artists as Brian Wilson and Sun Ra.…

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Posted on: August 22, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Christine Evans Is Now Shooting Her Debut Film Role, the Female Lead In An Independent Feature, in Los Angeles

Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Christine Evans is currently shooting an independent feature film under the working title of Black And Blue in Los Angeles, California. Evans has the starring role of Amber in the production, which marks her debut big-screen role as she crosses over to the film world to build an acting career parallel to her life in music.

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Posted on: August 22, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Bratz’ “Girlz Really Rock Rollin” Onto DVD From Lionsgate And MGA Entertainment on Sept. 2nd

The pop culture phenomenon’s mission: to encourage and empower young girls to be themselves, embrace their individuality and treasure their friendships, really rocks in the all-new animated feature Bratz Girlz Really Rock, coming to DVD September 2 from Lionsgate. Filled with eight rockin’ new songs about friendship and being true to yourself, and loaded with fun bonus extras like fun bloopers, a chance to make your own music video, and…

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Posted on: August 21, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Natalie Cole Set To Release “Still Unforgettable” 9/9

Eight-time Grammy® Award winner Natalie Cole took a bold leap in 1991 that would change her life and career forever. Already a highly successful R&B artist, she amazed everyone when she recorded Unforgettable…With Love, an album of standards from the American Songbook that included a duet with her late father—Nat King Cole—on the title track. The album spent five weeks at #1 on the pop charts, earned five Grammy® awards…

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Posted on: August 21, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

New remastered edition of Defiance’s debut album set to be released 9/2

Metal Mind Productions present re-release of “Product Of Society” – the debut album by Defiance. This thrash metal band formed in 1985 by Brad Bowers (guitar), Mike Kaufmann (bass) and Matt Vander Ende (drums) belonged to the San Francisco thrash fraternity of the late 80’s, along with bands like Testament, Exodus or Forbidden. “Product Of Society” was produced by Annihilator’s guitarist Jeff Waters and managed to attract attention in the…

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Posted on: August 21, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Southpeak Games Set to Release “Igor”

SouthPeak Interactive Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: SOPK; SOPKU; SOPKW; SOPKZ) announced today it will be co-publishing Igor The Game for the Wiiâ„¢, Nintendo DSâ„¢ and PC. The game is based on the highly anticipated animated movie created by Exodus Film Group in cooperation with The Weinstein Company. MGM Studios is distributing the animated film in the United States, launching wide this September. Interactive Game Group (“I2G”) is financing and coordinating…

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Posted on: August 20, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Coast Shining as “Expatriate” Tears Up Charts

Expatriate’ will be released in the US this August as The Coast’s debut full length and the album kicks off with the track “Tightrope” in all of its “hey hey you!” catchy glory! This hardworking Canadian four piece has been grabbing a huge amount of attention including a number of publications touting The Coast as One To Watch At SXSW this spring, while The Coast were also hailed as “Canada’s…

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Posted on: August 20, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Topshelf Records Signs Us Against The Archers

Topshelf Records is excited to announce the addition of the newest band to their roster, Us Against The Archers! Comprised of four members, Us Against The Archers has a broad array of musical influences, and come together to create music that is energetic, catchy, smart and passionate. “The thing that stands out about our music is that it stretches the listener’s musical taste,” says guitarist/vocalist, Anthony. “Fans who enjoy Minus…

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Posted on: August 20, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Evergrey Sign To SPV; Set New Album Release To September

Following intense and very constructive discussions, Steamhammer/SPV have announced their future collaboration with Swedish dark melodic metal act, Evergrey. The deal includes not only the group’s brand-new studio album, Torn, which will arrive in September, but also Evergrey’s complete back-catalog.

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Posted on: August 20, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Sam Champion’s Sophomore LP Heavenly Bender Gets A New Release Date And Label Distribution

Gorillavsbear : “these guys are the truth and i hear they are better live” Aziz Ansari (Human Giant): “Its already becoming really cool to hate this album.” Rolling Stone : “one of the most buzzworthy releases of 2007” Gothamist : “Sam Champion is New York’s musical anachronism. While most rock bands either bow down to Max’s Kansas City circa 1975 or theUK in the post-punk wave of the early ’80s,…

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Posted on: August 19, 2008 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

wampus multimedia signs the matthew show

The Matthew Show Wampus Multimedia will release February, the sophomore album from Dallas-based indie artist The Matthew Show, later this year. The humanely droll brainchild of singer-songwriter Matthew Broyles, The Matthew Show released its acclaimed debut, Texas, independently in 2003. A melange of cynicism, romanticism (yes, they go together), and powerful melodies, Texas garnered attention for its literate portrayals of twentysomethings in bleak, dead-end jobs and other tasty slices of…

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