Music Video: WAR OF AGES "All Consuming Fire"

Rockin Rodeo Tour: FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS

FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS will be headlining a tour with The White Tie Affair, Mercy Mercedes, The Friday Night Boys, and more bands on select dates. See dates below poster.

May 5 2009 7:00P	The Station	Portland, Maine
May 6 2009 7:00P	Northern Lights	clifton park, New York
May 7 2009 7:00P	Water Street Music Hall	Rochester, New York
May 8 2009 7:00P	Crocodile Rock	Allentown, Pennsylvania
May 9 2009 7:00P	Diesel	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
May 10 2009 5:00P	Orbit Room	Grand Rapids
May 12 2009 6:00P	Newport Music Hall	Columbus, Ohio
May 13 2009 7:00P	Mad Hatter	Covington, Kentucky
May 14 2009 7:00P	Majestic Theatre	Madison, Wisconsin
May 15 2009 7:00P	People’s Court	Des Moines, Iowa
May 16 2009 7:00P	Station 4	St. Paul, Minnesota
May 17 2009 7:00P	Sokol Underground	Omaha, Nebraska
May 19 2009 7:00P	The Blue Note	Cloumbia, Missouri
May 20 2009 7:00P	The Village	Little Rock, Arkansas
May 21 2009 6:00P	Outland Ballroom	springfield, Missouri
May 22 2009 7:00P	New Daisy Theatre	Memphis, Tennessee
May 23 2009 7:00P	Bricktown Events Center	Oklahoma city, Oklahoma

SLEEPING GIANT new album, "Sons of Thunder"

SLEEPING GIANT will release their sophomore album "SONS OF THUNDER" on June 23rd via Facedown Records! Here's a live performance from Facedown Fest 2009.

Let's Make A Mess Tour: HEY MONDAY

The "Let's Make A Mess" Tour kicks off in June thru July with HEY MONDAY, This Providence, The Friday Night Boys, The Bigger Lights, & Stereo Skyline.

HORSE The Band exclusive preview

This is an exclusive preview of new HORSE The Band 7" single, Shapeshift, and b-side Shapeshift (Skrillex remix).

Studio Video #3: RELIENT K

Tour Video #6: BLESSTHEFALL

JEFFREE STAR Headlines Summer Tour

JEFFREE STAR leads the pack with a Summer tour featuring Artist vs. Poet, Watchout! There's Ghosts, and Let's Get It. Here are the dates.

Jul 27 2009 8:00P	MASQUERADE	Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 28 2009 8:00P	THE SOCIAL	Orlando, Florida
Jul 29 2009 8:00P	CULTURE ROOM	Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Jul 30 2009 7:00P	ORPHEUM	Tampa, Florida
Jul 31 2009 8:00P	THE HIGH GROUND	New Orleans, Louisiana
Aug 1 2009 8:00P	EMO’S	Austin, Texas
Aug 3 2009 7:00P	BONEY JUNES	Evansville, Indiana
Aug 4 2009 8:00P	THE CROFOOT	Pontiac, Michigan
Aug 6 2009 8:00P	CHAMELEON	Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Aug 7 2009 8:00P	CLUB HELL	Providence, Rhode Island
Aug 8 2009 8:00P	VALENTINES	Albany, New York
Aug 10 2009 8:00P	REGGIES’S ROCK CLUB	Chicago, Illinois
Aug 11 2009 8:00P	HOUSE OF BRICKS	Des Moines, Iowa
Aug 12 2009 8:00P	TRIPLE ROCK	Minneapolis, Minnesota
Aug 13 2009 8:00P	BEAUMONT CLUB	Kansas City, Missouri
Aug 14 2009 8:00P	MARQUIS THEATRE	Denver, Colorado
Aug 15 2009 8:00P	AVALON	Salt Lake City, Utah
Aug 16 2009 8:00P	ICON	Pocatello, Idaho
Aug 18 2009 8:00P	EL CORAZON	Seattle, Washington
Aug 19 2009 8:00P	HAWTHORNE THEATRE	Portland, Oregon
Aug 20 2009 8:00P	BOARDWALK	Orangevale, California
Aug 21 2009 8:00P	DOWNTOWN BREWING CO.	San Luis Obispo, California

The Artery Foundation "Across the Nation" Tour 2009 LINEUP

This year's "ACROSS THE NATION" Tour will be feature headliners EMAROSA and support bands: OUR LAST NIGHT, IN FEAR AND FAITH, I SEE STARS, BURDEN OF A DAY, & BROADWAY.

See the dates below the poster!



TOUR DATES:
June 19 - Louisville, KY @ Bulldog Cafe
June 20 - Chicago, IL @ Mojoes
June 21 - St Louis, MO @ Fubar
June 22 - Tulsa, OK @ King Of Clubs
June 23 - Denver, CO @ Marquis Theatre
June 24 - Albuquerque, NM @ The Compound
June 26 - San Diego, CA @ Epicentre
June 27 - Pomona, CA @ The Glasshouse
June 29 - Fresno, CA @ The Exit
July 01 - Los Gatos, CA @ The Venue
July 02 - Stockton, CA @ Stockton Empire Theatre
July 03 - Orangevale, CA @ The Boardwalk
July 04 - Roseburg, OR @ Riversdale Grange
July 05 - Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
July 06 - Boise, ID @ The Venue
July 07 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Studio 600
July 08 - Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep
July 10 - Dallas, TX @ The Max
July 11 - San Antonio, TX @ White Rabbit
July 12 - Houston, TX @ Java Jazz
July 13 - Metairie, LA @ The High Ground
July 14 - Jacksonville, FL @ The Pit
July 15 - Douglasville, GA @ The 7 Venue
July 16 - Raleigh, NC @ The Brewery
July 17 - Virginia Beach, VA @ Club Relevant
July 18 - West Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
July 19 - Allentown, PA @ Croc Rock
July 20 - Vineland, NJ @ Hangar 84
July 21 - New York City, NY @ Gramercy Theatre
July 22 - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Loft
July 23 - Montreal, QC @ Underworld
July 24 - Toronto, ON @ The Reverb
July 25 - Mt.Clemens, MI @ The Hayloft
July 26 - Buffalo, NY @ Xtreme Wheels
July 28 - Toledo, OH @ Headliner's
July 29 - Grand Rapids, MI @ The MixTape
July 30 - Indianapolis, IN @ Emerson Theatre
July 31 - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
August 1 - Dayton, OH @ The Attic Club

Music Video: HATEBREED

HATEBREED releases FOR THE LIONS on May 5th via E1 Music. Here's the music video for the album's new single, "Ghosts of War".

Music Video: OF MACHINES

HATEBREED & CHIMAIRA Summer Tour

HATEBREED will headline U.S. national summer tour, "Decimation of the Nation" presented by Hot Topic, with CHIMAIRA. When asked about the tour frontman Jamey Jasta had this to say, “"It's been over a year since we've done a complete United States tour and we haven't played some of these places in ages so we're really amped to hit the road in support of For The Lions and play for all of our die-hards!"

For HATEBREED ticket onsale and availability information, please go to http://www.hatebreed.com or http://www.myspace.com/hatebreed

TOUR DATES:
7/31 Rochester, NY Water Street
8/2 Traverse City, MI The Terminal
8/6 Ft. Wayne, IN Piere’s
8/8 Springfield, MO Remmington’s
8/10 Ft. Collins, CO Aggie Theater
8/11 Grand Junction, CO Mesa Theater & Club
8/13 Boise, ID Knitting Factory
8/14 Sparks, NV New Oasis
8/15 Chico, CA Senator Theater
8/16 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst
8/17 Ventura, CA Majestic Ventura Theater
8/18 Pomona, CA Glasshouse
8/19 Tucson, AZ Rialto Theater
8/21 Oklahoma City, OK Diamond Ballroom
8/22 Austin, TX Emo’s
8/23 Corpus Christ, TX Concrete St. Amphitheater
8/24 Lafayette, LA Grant Street Dancehall
8/25 Little Rock, AR The Village
8/26 Jackson, MS Fire
8/27 Knoxville, TN Valarium
8/28 N. Myrtle, SC House of Blues SC
8/29 Norfolk, VA The Norva
8/30 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom
9/1 Millvale, PA Mr. Small’s Theater
9/2 Scranton, PA Tink’s

Epitaph signs Frank Turner

After seeing British singer/songwriter Frank Turner perform at the Viper Room, a few weeks ago. Epitaph Records decided to ink a worldwide distribution deal with Turner.



http://Myspace.com/frankturner

EVERGREEN TERRACE title new album, "Almost Home"

Jacksonville, FL hardcore act, EVERGREEN TERRACE, is pleased to announce Almost Home as the title of their upcoming release. The band is now geared up to enter Audio Hammer Studios in Orlando, FL with Jason Suecof (Trivium, August Burns Red) who will be recording vocals and handling mixing. The rest of the recording will take place in Kingsland, GA with Stan Martell at Martell Studios. Almost Home is set for a September release on Metal Blade Records.

Standby Records signs MODERN DAY ESCAPE

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Orlando, Florida based screamo/rock outfit MODERN DAY ESCAPE have announced that they have signed with Cleveland, OH based Standby Records! Singer James Vegas commented, “We never thought that they would really take us seriously when we contacted them. We jokingly messaged them on myspace and were shocked when Neil Sheehan (owner of Standby) wrote us back wanting to sign us.” Guitarist/vocalist Marti Rubels added, “We’re extremely excited to be with Standby Records. We’ve been writing constantly and have had a lot of plans for what we wanted to do as a band. Standby Records gives us the opportunity to fulfill those plans and push everything to the max.”

The band will enter Chin Music Studios in Cleveland with producers Don Debiase (Beneath the Sky, Driver Side Impact) and Johnny Burke (Forever In Terror, Vice On Victory) to record their upcoming full-length slated for an early second quarter release. “We’re not looking to reinvent the wheel with this new album, we’re just trying to make a wheel that runs smoother.” Vegas remarked. Rubels continued, “With our new songs, we’ve elaborated on our sound in every possible direction. Our songs have a little something for everyone.” Guitarist Nic adds, “We all dedicated all of our time and hearts to writing this new album. It’s our blood, souls, sweat, and tears set in tracks to introduce us to the world without any compromise.”

http://www.myspace.com/moderndayescape

THE SILENT YEARS have new tour dates

THE SILENT YEARS will embark on a one month tour supporting their upcoming EP titled Let Go, which will be released July 14th.

THE SILENT YEARS Tour Dates:
* w/ Jukebox The Ghost
^ w/ Chiodos

04/30: Chicago, IL @ Subterranean *
05/01: Des Moines, IA @ Vaudville Mews
05/02: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive *
05/03: Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court *
05/04: Boise, Idaho @ Visual Arts Collective
05/05: Seattle, WA @ The Sunset Tavern
05/07: Los Angeles, CA @ Spaceland
05/09: San Diego, CA @ Red Bull Air Races
05/09: Fullerton, CA @ Santa Fe Express
05/11: Phoenix, AZ @ Rythm Room
05/13: Lawrence, KS @ 8th St. Taproom
05/14: Lincoln, NE @ Box Awesome
05/15: Omaha, NE @ The Slowdown
05/21: Rochester, NY @ Abiline Lounge
05/22: New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge
05/29: Columbus, OH @ The Basement ^
05/30: De Kalib, IL @ House Cafe ^
05/31: Madison, WI @ Majestic Theater ^

Music Video: ENTER SHIKARI "Juggernauts"

Tour Video: ENTER SHIKARI in Japan

KARATE HIGH SCHOOL posts "Punk Rock Uniform"

Karate High School has unveiled another new song off their forthcoming Eyeball Records debut full-length, Invaders. Check out “Punk Rock Uniform” at http://www.myspace.com/karatehighschool.

FOR TODAY posts new song!

FOR TODAY has posted "Saul of Tarsus" (The Messenger) on their Myspace from their new album, Portraits, due out June 9th!

Stream the song here, Myspace.com/fortoday

A SKYLIT DRIVE posts new song!

"Eva the Carrier" is the first song, A SKYLIT DRIVE, has posted from their anticipated new album, Adelphia. Stream it online at their Myspace.

The album comes out June 9th but pre-order Adelphia now at Smartpunk, Merch Now, & Interpunk.

Music Video: THE CHARIOT - "Daggers"

THE CHARIOT posts new music video for "Daggers" and check out their new song "Giveth" at Myspace.com/thechariot.

Studio Video: RANCID

Take a sneak peak into the making of Rancid’s 7th album, Let The Dominoes Fall. It’ll be in stores June 2nd!

Relapse Records signs Canadian/Swedish band, CULTED.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Relapse Records is proud to announce the signing of CULTED.

CULTED (Michael Klassen, Matthew Friesen, Kevin Stevenson and Daniel Jansson (KEPLERS ODD, DEADWOOD) have recently completed work their debut album, Below The Thunders Of The Upper Deep, which will see its international release this July. Demo tracks taken from Below The Thunders Of The Upper Deep, “Social Control” and a sample of “Gunburn”, can be heard online now via the CULTED MySpace page: MySpace.com/Culted.

CULTED formed two years ago via an internet friendship between musicians with shared interests in bands like KHANATE, SUNN, and ELECTRIC WIZARD. A truly collaborative effort across international lines, CULTED vocalist Daniel Jansson lives in Gothenburg, Sweden while the rest of the band resides across rural Canada. Below The Thunders Of The Upper Deep was written without all four members ever having been in the same room nor ever spoken in real time.

Jansson commented on the new project: “I really wanted to get back into metal again after only doing Industrial music for about two years, and the initial guitar tracks just blew me away. I really heard a will to experiment and create some really dark oppressive tunes.”

Paper + Plastick signs WE ARE THE UNION

Detroit ska punk rockers WE ARE THE UNION have just signed to the newly assembled Paper + Plastick Records. The signing comes with the $2 release of the group's new 3-track EP, The Gun Show Must Go On.

We Are The Union recorded the new EP with Matt Allison (Alkaline Trio, Less Than Jake, Smoke Or Fire, Lawrence Arms) at his Atlas studio in Chicago and was mixed by Bill Stevenson (Rise Against, Black Flag, Anti-Flag, NOFX). The band will head back to the studio this June to finish recording their debut with Allison, which will be released this Fall on Paper + Plastick. All 3 tracks will appear on the full length.

The Gun Show Must Go On EP track listing:
1) We Don’t Care if Yesterday Burns, Stoke Up the Fire
2) Rearranging Deck Chairs on the Titanic
3) Five Out of Five Kids Who Kill Love Slayer

http://myspace.com/wearetheunion

Less Than Jake drummer starts new record label

Less Than Jake drummer Vinnie Fiorello has recently started a new record label, Paper + Plastick Records. So why did Vinnie launch the label? Here's the label's 'about us' statement from its website.

"Paper and plastick started for the bands that still love visual art to go with the music they put out and for the artists that use their creative energy to produce a backdrop of art for record covers, tshirts, screen printed posters and every other facet of a band visually besides the music."

http://www.paperandplastick.com

Music Video: Lazarus A.D.

Lazarus A.D. video "Thou Shall Not Fear" from their album "The Onslaught" OUT NOW on Metal Blade Records.

Tour Videos: UNDEROATH in Europe

The last 2 UNDEROATH tour videos from the Give It A Name tour across Europe.

Tour Video: FOUR YEAR STRONG are ghost hunters

Check it out as FOUR YEAR STRONG investigate the haunted pool at the Eagles Ballroom venue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and even shred the gnar with a few ghosts. Haha yea, this also doubles as a tour video.

BEFORE THEIR EYES joining Drop Dead Gorgeous

BEFORE THEIR EYES has announced that they are on the upcoming Drop Dead Gorgeous & He Is Legend tour popping off this June!

6/2 Omaha, NE @ Sokol Underground
6/3 Des Moines, IA @ The House of Bricks
6/4 St. Paul, MN @ Station 4
6/5 Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
6/6 Evansville, IN @ Boney Junes
6/7 Chicago, IL @ Reggie's Rock Club
6/8 Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
6/9 Pittsburgh, PA @ Diesel
6/10 Buffalo, NY @ Xtreme Wheelz
6/11 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
6/12 Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts
6/13 New York, NY @ Highline Ballroom
6/14 South Hackensack, NJ @ School of Rock
6/15 Vineland, NJ @ Hangar 84
6/16 Virginia Beach, VA @ Club Relevant
6/17 Washington DC @ The Rock and Roll Hotel Washington
6/19 Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club
6/20 Raleigh, NC @ The Brewery
6/23 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
6/26 Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room
6/27 St. Petersburg, FL @ The State Theatre
6/28 Tallahassee, FL @ Big Daddy's
6/30 Mobile, AL @ Alabama Music Box
7/1 Nashville, TN @ Rocket Town
7/2 Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theatre

DANCE GAVIN DANCE "Happiness" Track Listing

HAPPINESS Track Listing:
1) Self-Trepanation
2) Tree Village
3) NASA
4) I'm Down with Brown Town
5) Carl Barker
6) Happiness
7) Strawberry Swisher Pt. 1
8) Don't Tell Dave
9) Strawberry Swisher Pt. 2
10) Power to the People

Italian Rock Band: EMPYRIOS

Empyrios - "The Eve Arose" [Directed by Perrone Salvatore]

http://myspace.com/empyrios

Eulogy Recordings signs ROSALINE

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Eulogy Recordings is very proud to announce the signing of Chicago's, ROSALINE. The band is currently in the studio at JTW Studios in Wisconsin recording their debut album for the label called "A CONSTANT NORTH" which is expected for release this Summer.

“We are really excited to join the Eulogy Recordings family. Longevity says a lot about a business, but more so about the people running it. We feel like John and the rest of the Eulogy crew have been around so long because they have the right attitudes when it comes to releasing creative music. A couple hours on the phone over a couple of months really let us know that Eulogy was a label that supports authentic music and more importantly, creative people. We don’t feel constricted to fit in with a certain group or sound, just to be ourselves and write the best music we can, and we know that Eulogy will be there to support us every step of the way” – Madison Stolzer, Guitar

"When I first heard Rosaline I knew right away the band was something special. Eulogy has always been proud to offer our listeners many different styles of underground music. Rosaline brings the talent, energy and dedication that we expect from all the bands on our roster. We are very excited to release their new album this summer under the Eulogy name," adds Eulogy owner John Wylie.

Bio:
ROSALINE is a six piece melodic post hardcore band from Chicago, IL that began playing shows in early 2004. After independently releasing their debut full length album "We're all Just Passing Through" in 2005, Rosaline continued to emerge around the Midwest as one of it's premier acts, capturing attention with aggressive, sincere and flowing music. A melodic ambient backbone combined with honest emotional intensity create the unique sound that defines Rosaline.

Lineup:
Madison Stolzer - Guitar/Vocals
Nick Jones - Vocals
Ryan Prindle - Drums
Chris Maxson - Guitar
Nate Steinheimer - Keyboard
Ryan Pulice - Bass

Myspace: www.myspace.com/rosaline

THE ALMOST are in the studio

Here's a studio update from THE ALMOST.


Sunday, 4.26
Location: Dark Horse Recording, Franklin, TN

So we all officially arrived in Franklin yesterday. The charm of this town has no end. For me, it reminds me so much of home in Carolina. Even though we all basically arrived separately, our faces were the same as we pulled into Robin Crow's beautiful studio. Our chins dropped in awe of this country castle we'll be in till June.

From picking up Alex and Matt from Emery (who is engineering our album and will constantly be referred to as "Zod" in my blogs from here on out), to getting a little time downtown in Nashville yesterday, to coming home to find Rod and Aaron Sprinkle here, it was a pretty rad day. We're all excited about what's going to be taking place over the next couple of months for sure.

We'll be launching a new myspace sometime this afternoon, complete with twitter updates sent by members of the band, a stickam running live most days, and updated daily blogs/vlogs. We're stoked and want all of you guys to be in the loop and feel like you're here with us, making this thing go down!

I'll write more tonight to give some details about what goes down today!

Love ya'll.

dusty

Music Video: WITHIN THE RUINS "Extinguish Them"

Tragic Hero signs CONFIDE!

Los Angeles Christian hardcore band, CONFIDE, have been sitting on this for weeks but now its officially been announced; they have inked a record deal with Tommy LaCombe and Tragic Hero Records! Here's a word from the band:

"We are excited to announce that we just signed with Tragic Hero! Since Science Records went under in the Fall we have been searching for the perfect label to work with ever since. We are so excited to be working with Tragic Hero. They are equally as passionate about what it is that we do. As soon as we get home from tour we will be going back into the studio to re-record a few things for the Shout The Truth re-release coming this Fall!" -- Confide

We The Kings get in scuffle with Philly cops

The Bamboozle Roadshow made its stop in Philadelphia on Sunday, April 26th. Later that night, some type of drama erupted between Philly's "finest" cops and pop rockers, We The Kings and Forever the Sickest Kids. Word of the incident was ironically reported on the social network status updater, Twitter, in real-time.

We The Kings singer Travis Clark quoted on his Twitter profile, "Philadelphia cops just beat us up for nothing! Chris V is bleeding from his head, every cop is completely abusing their power!! This is so messed up! There is nothing worse then a friend asking you for help & knowing you can't do anything about it cause 5 cops are standing in front of you."

Mercy Mercedes bassist Tommy Donahue typed in on his Twitter, "Ian, tech for FTSK has been released. Pray for Chris V (merch guy) and T-Fair (tour manager) from WTK crew."

WTK bassist Drew Thomsen ended the Twitter night with stating, "F*ck philly cops!!! Oink oink drop dead polesmokers!"

So what was the source of all this drama, Brendan from Valencia wrote in his blog, "They wanted the bands to move their busses and vans, even though they weren’t finished loading up."

Here's a pic of the blood spilled from the drama. Woo! That doesn't look good. Oh peep the video.



Hmm...so when did Twitter become a witness to the event :-)

Music Video: THE SPORES "Ghost Town"

Here's a music video from SideCho Records artist, THE SPORES, for their single "Ghost Town" off the album, Doom Pop. The 12-track album is chalk full of thrashy electro-pop rhythms, breathy vocals, and wiry guitar riffs. My favorite tracks are video game firing "Big Brother" and electronica-laden "Blood Red Rose 2".

Studio Video: FOR THE FALLEN DREAMS

The Making Of: WITHIN THE RUINS

Behind the scenes of Victory Records' WITHIN THE RUINS new music video, directed by Scott Hansen!

New Tour: Drop Dead Gorgeous & He Is Legend

Starting June 2nd, DROP DEAD GORGEOUS, HE IS LEGEND, & AND THEN THERE WERE NONE will embark on U.S. tour hitting up everywhere except the West Coast and Southwest.

Jun 2 2009 7:00P	Sokol Underground	Omaha, Nebraska
Jun 3 2009 7:00P	The House of Bricks	Des Moines, Iowa
Jun 4 2009 7:00P	Station 4	St. Paul, Minnesota
Jun 5 2009 7:00P	The Rave	Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jun 6 2009 7:00P	Boney Junes	Evansville, Indiana
Jun 7 2009 7:00P	Reggie’s Rock Club	Chicago, Illinois
Jun 8 2009 7:00P	Peabody’s	Cleveland, Ohio
Jun 9 2009 7:00P	Diesel	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Jun 10 2009 7:00P	Xtreme Wheelz	Buffalo, New York
Jun 11 2009 7:00P	The Palladium	Worcester, Massachusetts
Jun 12 2009 7:00P	Theatre of Living Arts	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jun 13 2009 7:00P	Highline Ballroom	New York, New York
Jun 14 2009 7:00P	School of Rock	South Hackensack, New Jersey
Jun 15 2009 7:00P	Hangar 84	Vineland, New Jersey
Jun 16 2009 7:00P	Club Relevant	Virginia Beach, Virginia
Jun 17 2009 7:00P	The Rock and Roll Hotel	Washington, Washington DC
Jun 19 2009 7:00P	The Canal Club	Richmond, Virginia
Jun 20 2009 7:00P	The Brewery	Raleigh, North Carolina
Jun 23 2009 7:00P	Masquerade	Atlanta, Georgia
Jun 26 2009 7:00P	Culture Room	Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Jun 27 2009 7:00P	The State Theatre	St. Petersburg, Florida
Jun 28 2009 7:00P	Big Daddy’s	Tallahassee, Florida
Jun 30 2009 7:00P	Alabama Music Box	Mobile, Alabama
Jul 1 2009 7:00P	Rocket Town	Nashville, Tennessee
Jul 2 2009 7:00P	New Daisy Theatre	Memphis, Tennessee

Band statement from LOWER DEFINITION

Here's a band statement from LOWER DEFINITION discussing the future of the band.

"First of all, the future of Lower Definition is not 100% clear yet. After 2 members of our band quit basically back to back within a months time we, as the remaining members, have taken some time of think about what exactly our future is going to entail. We could not express through words how difficult it is to slow down the one thing that we have put our all into for over 7 years. We want to thank all of you, our amazing fans, the ones that have been supporting us since our first show, and the ones we just gained. I know a lot of you don't want this to be the end of the road for us and we want you all to know, that we don't want to give up on music either."

"This recent loss for the band was significantly different because we lost two of our oldest members and people who have basically built this band and watched it become what it is. After Tino and Stefan quit we opened our eyes and realized we still had a long way to go. We understand that from a fan's standpoint it's difficult to comprehend why someone would want to leave a band that's touring and on a record label. However, success isn't always measured the same by everyone."

"Why don't we just get a new drummer and a new bass player and continue doing what we're doing? It wasn't that easy this time. We really needed to regroup and get on the same page as far as our common goals were concerned. The whole concept of our last album "The Greatest of All Lost Arts" was simply to write real, honest, from the heart music and defend it to the death. We realized that for some people, other aspects of this music industry were more enticing."

"It's honestly a misfortune that we slaved over this last record for months and handcrafted every topic discussed in it just to have it not catch as well with the masses. We didn't expect to sell a million copies or go platinum but our individual views on success obviously weren't in sync. We wish everyone appreciated our music as much and understood it as well as all of you reading this. You are who we owe this record to and who we appreciate so much because you love our music. You are the reason we don't want to quit music we just need some time to really get it right this next time. We want to stay true to ourselves and you guys, so we won't be compromising any of our values and beliefs on this next try."

"We don't know who is going to be in this band, or when we're going to start making our "comeback", or even if we're going to go by the name Lower Definition but we can guaranteeeeeee you this new venture WILL be sleepless nights, sore fingers, sore throats, blistered hands, headaches and utter chaos for us.. and in the end we hope it's going to be something you and a million more people will appreciate. We realize that as artists our music is just a drop in the ocean but we do it all for you. Thank you for everything and we really hope you'll be back here when we are."

IWABO new album artwork

IWRESTLEDABEARONCE's new album "It's All Happening" comes out June 2nd via Century Media.

Studio Video: IWRESTLEDABEARONCE

Why did Breathe Carolina leave Rise Records?

In case you were wondering why BREATHE CAROLINA left Rise Records, it turns out that's what they signed up for. When Dave and Kyle signed to Rise Records in July 2008, they agreed to a non-exclusive contract sometimes called a "one-off" deal. Basically, Breathe Carolina became free agents after they released Its Classy, Not Classic and fulfilled their one year deal. Apparently, they only announced signing with Rise in July but clearly inked the contract months earlier...haha, all bands do that, sign months ago and announce months later. Now you've learned something about the music business.

Tour Video: IN FEAR AND FAITH

Unsigned Buzz: DORIAN'S DECAY

Unsigned Buzz: A CHANGE OF PACE

Unsigned buzz band, A CHANGE OF PACE, from Peoria, Arizona just released their new music video for their single, "In This Together".

Studio Video #4: DEAD AND DIVINE

BREATHE CAROLINA signs with Fearless Records!

Colorado electro-pop duo BREATHE CAROLINA have in a major swing of things signed to Fearless Records! Ok, so what happened to Rise and didn't they just release a music video, album, & sign to Rise? Oh well, the singer-screamer duo have moved on to a new record deal. BREATHE CAROLINA is currently in the studio with Matt Squire, so anticipate the new album to be out in September!

ACE ENDERS: Ace TV - Episode 5

Here's the latest episode of "REAL LIFE WITH ACE ENDERS" at www.aceenders.tv. So what do you think, should Ace just stick with music? Hmm...I'm thinking, YEP.

CASH CASH joins the SING IT LOUD headline tour

Since the Kevin Rudolf tour mysteriously got cancelled, electro pop rockers, CASH CASH, have jumped on the last week of the GUYS GUYS GUYS Tour with Sing It Loud, Artist vs. Poet, The Friday Night Boys, and The Morning Light. Here are the remaining dates.

Apr 24 2009 - Orpheum - Tampa, Florida
Apr 25 2009 - 1982 Bar - Gainesville, Florida
Apr 26 2009 - Tremont Music Hall - Charlotte, North Carolina
Apr 28 2009 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, North Carolina
Apr 29 2009 - Fletchers - Baltimore, Maryland
Apr 30 2009 - The Eldolyn Terrace - Altoona, Pennsylvania
May 1 2009 - Webster Underground - Hartford, Connecticut

Music Video: AGRACEFUL - "The Great I Am"

DAMIERA leaves Equal Vision Records

BAND STATEMENT:

"After nearly four years and two releases together, Damiera and Equal Vision Records have decided to part ways. We are going to spend much of this summer working on our next album, with a planned release in 2010."

-- Damiera

2009 TAKE ACTION! TOUR raises over $40,000

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

The recently wrapped, eighth annual 2009 Take Action! Tour came to a culmination after two months and 40 shows, with one last hurrah in Cincinnati, OH on April 1, 2009. The nationwide charity tour raises funds and awareness for youth involvement in charitable action, and for the second straight year Take Action has chosen not-for-profit organization DoSomething.org to benefit from the funds raised and to help spread the message of action to young people across the US and Canada.

2009 marks the first time the Take Action! Tour has ventured to Australia, with Hopeless Records’ own All Time Low and San Franciscan pop-punk/hardcore enthusiasts Set Your Goals leading the charge, while Melbourne quintet Stealing O’Neal will also be jumping on board as the national support. The Take Action! Tour supports and promotes the work of ReachOut.com, an Australian youth service dedicated to reducing youth suicide. From each ticket sold, Take Action! will donate 10% (excluding GST) to ReachOut.com to help them continue to provide young people with an anonymous and free support website which provides info and advice on issues like depression, bullying, wellbeing and relationships. Visit TakeActionTour.com for additional details.

The Impact of the 2009 Take Action! Tour:

Over $40,000 raised for Do Something which helps young people make a positive difference in the world - based on 10% of ticket revenue, 5% of the retail price for each Take Action! Volume 8 Compilation CD sold and additional tour related fundraising.

Over 23,000 fans in 40 cities proved that the world can be made a better place one voice at a time.

Over 9,000 copies of the Take Action Volume 8 Compilation already sold
Take Action Grants, empowered by f.y.e., MySpace Music, Myspace IMPACT and Hopeless/Sub City Records, will focus on Music Education or any other cause young people are passionate about. Stay tuned to find out more about the recipients.

“This year's tour exceeded our expectations. The bands were truly engaged in the cause of young people taking action. Partnering with Sub City has been a great fundraising tool for Do Something, but more importantly, it's been a great way to spread our message of positive action to teens,"says Do Something CMO, Aria Finger

Strike First Records sign IN THE MIDST OF LIONS

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We are happy to welcome IN THE MIDST OF LIONS to the Strike First Records family of bands. Their debut album OUT OF DARKNESS will be out on May 26, 2009 and you can pre-order it now in our online store. Check out a new song on the bands myspace. In The Midst Of Lions will be playing at Cornerstone Festival this summer on the Anchor stage as part of the Facedown / Strike First day there, so stay posted for all the info on that and keep your eyes out for more ITMOL tour dates.

IN THE MIDST OF LIONS play vicious deathcore in the service of a higher power. A mixture of fast-paced tech metal and melodic worship, their music can be compared to such contemporaries as The Faceless, Meshuggah and Veil of Maya, with the addition of the fact that ITMOL packs a serious spiritual punch. "Our generation is in dire need of a savior. It has become trendy to cast out our Lord, we are here to bring the truth." ITMOL's truth comes under the guise of death metal laced with explosive breakdowns and inspirational live shows.

SCREAM THE PRAYER 2009 tour dates & bands

6/26 Louisville, KY @ Headliners
6/27 Pontiac, MI @ The Eagle Theatre
6/28 Buffalo, NY @ Xtreme Wheels
6/29 Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance
6/30 Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
7/1 Bushnell, IL @ Underground Stage (Cornerstone Fest)
7/2 Bushnell, IL @ Underground Stage (Cornerstone Fest)
7/3 Bushnell, IL @ Underground Stage (Cornerstone Fest)
7/4 Indianapolis, IN @ Emerson Theatre
7/5 St Louis, MO @ Fubar
7/6 Tulsa, OK @ Flytrap
7/7 Albuquerque, NM @ First Family Church
7/8 Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
7/9 Pomona, CA @ The Glasshouse
7/10 San Diego, CA @ Soma Mainstage
7/11 Sacramento, CA @ Club Retro
7/13 Salt Lake City, UT @ Salt Air
7/14 Denver, CO @ Cervantes Ballroom
7/17 Mokena, IL @ The Pearl Room
7/18 Nashville, TN @ Rocketown
7/19 Winston-Salem, NC @ Club Oasis
7/20 Douglasville, GA @ The 7 Venue
7/21 Jacksonville, FL @ Murray Hill Theatre
7/23 Houston, TX @ Java Jazz Outdoors
7/24 San Antonio, TX @ The White Rabbit
7/25 Dallas, TX @ The Max
7/26 Little Rock, AR @ The Village
7/29 Toronto, ON @ Opera House
7/30 Montreal, QC @ La Tulipe
7/31 New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre
8/1 Gilford, NH @ Soulfest 2009
8/2 Baltimore, MD @ Sonar

GRAVES OF VALOR new album artwork

Relapse Records' GRAVES OF VALOR unveil artwork for their new album, Salarian Gate, to be released May 26th (North America) and June 1st (internationally). Salarian Gate was recorded in January at Mana Recording Studios (HATE ETERNAL, SOILENT GREEN, THROUGH THE EYES OF THE DEAD) with engineer, Brian Elliott. Go to their Myspace to stream new tracks! (Click on pic below)

The Devil Wears Prada new song, "Sassafras"

Go to THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Myspace and stream the new song, "Sassafras", from their upcoming album, With Roots Above and Branches Below, due out Cinco de Mayo!

THE CHARIOT post 2 new songs

Go to THE CHARIOT's Myspace and stream "Never I" and "Daggers" from their upcoming new album, Wars and The Rumors of Wars, due out May 5th.

WEAREGIANT release debut EP "Legion"

A Skylit Drive guitarists Nick & Joey formed a side project with singer/songwriter Mike Crimlis from Philly in late 2008. The trio tagged the group name WeAreGiant, built a Myspace page, and started uploading songs. The buzz grew and they decided to release an EP via Tragic Hero Records which came out exclusively on iTunes, April 18th. The EP is certainly worth buying, Michael's lyrics and voice are amazing and very inspiring. Check out the interview we did with Nick & Joey.



LEGION EP track list:
1. Mapless And Unarmed
2. Trying To Avoid The Poison
3. Denvertothemax
4. That Club Banger Son!
5. Writing Ourselves Down
6. Oh, Compromise
7. The Speed At Which We Fall
8. Beneath This, The Light Sleeps

Music Video: FM STATIC

"Boy Moves To A New Town With Optimistic Outlook" music video from FM Static. Song off the new album, "Dear Diary" in stores and online now! Myspace.com/fmstatic

Unsigned Buzz: STALLING DAWN (Tampa, FL)

BAND MYSPACE: Myspace.com/stallingdawn

THE ARTERY METAL TOUR dates are posted!

The Artery Metal Tour will be headlined by CARNIFEX and featuring support from IMPENDING DOOM, MISS MAY I, CONDUCTING THE GRAVE, UNDERNEATH THE GUN, and MOLOTOV SOLUTION.

Jun 12 2009 - Karma - Victorville, California
Jun 13 2009 - The Phix - Phoenix, Arizona
Jun 14 2009 - The Dream Center - Las Cruces, New Mexico
Jun 15 2009 - DosAmigos - Odessa, Texas
Jun 16 2009 - The Marquee - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Jun 17 2009 - Java Jazz - Houston, Texas
Jun 18 2009 - White Rabbit w/ SUMMER SLAUGHTER - San Antonio, Texas
Jun 19 2009 - Art Ambush - Waco, Texas
Jun 20 2009 - Higher Ground Metairie, Louisiana
Jun 21 2009 - American Legion Post 33 - Pensacola, Florida
Jun 23 2009 - The Orpheum - Tampa, Florida
Jun 24 2009 - Island Oasis - Winter Park, Florida
Jun 25 2009 - The Pit - Jacksonville, Florida
Jun 26 2009 - The 7 Venue - Douglasville, Georgia
Jun 27 2009 - Rocketown - Nashville, Tennessee
Jun 28 2009 - Bulldog Cafe - Louisville, Kentucky
Jun 29 2009 - Sunset Hall - Fort Wayne, Indiana
Jun 30 2009 - Majestic Theatre - Detroit, Michigan
Jul 1 2009 - Mojoes - Orland Park, Illinois
Jul 2 2009 - Peabodys - Cleveland, Ohio
Jul 3 2009 - Xtreme Wheels - Buffalo, New York
Jul 5 2009 - Underworld - Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Jul 6 2009 - Waterfront - Holyoke, Manitoba, Canada
Jul 8 2009 - First Unitarian Church - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jul 9 2009 - Riva Trace - Davidsonville, Maryland
Jul 10 2009 - The Brewery - Raleigh, North Carolina
Jul 13 2009 - New Daisy Theatre - Memphis, Tennessee
Jul 14 2009 - Juanitas - Little Rock, Arkansas
Jul 15 2009 - Cactus Jacks - Belton, Missouri
Jul 16 2009 - Sokol Underground - Omaha, Nebraska
Jul 17 2009 - Marquis Theater - Denver, Colorado
Jul 18 2009 - Studio 600 - Salt Lake City, Utah
Jul 19 2009 - The Venue - Boise, Idaho
Jul 20 2009 - The BLVD - Spokane, Washington
Jul 21 2009 - Satyricon - Portland, Oregon
Jul 22 2009 - Riversdale Grange - Roseburg, Oregon
Jul 23 2009 - The Boardwalk - Sacramento, California
Jul 24 2009 - Epi Centre - San Diego, California
Jul 25 2009 - Chain Reaction - Anaheim, California

Tour Video #5: BLESSTHEFALL

BLESSTHEFALL is currently on tour with SILVERSTEIN, BEFORE THEIR EYES, and A STATIC LULLABY. Here is tour video update #5, enjoy!

I SEE STARS debut #171 on Billboard Top 200

Sumerian Records' youngest addition I SEE STARS debuts their new album, "3D", at #171 on the Billboard Top 200 charts!

See these kids on tour with A SKYLIT DRIVE, DANCE GAVIN DANCE, & ATTACK ATTACK right now and cop their album, "3D".

Myspace.com/iseestarsmusic

THE LETTER BLACK signs to Tooth & Nail

BAND STATEMENT:
"We'd like to announce that THE LETTER BLACK just inked a deal with Tooth and Nail Records! After months of meeting with labels and much praying, the band decided to call Tooth and Nail home. They felt the staff at T&N understood their vision and knew it was the best fit for them. The group will enter the studio next week with legendary producer Toby Wright (Korn, Alice In Chains, 3 Doors Down) to record their Tooth and Nail debut, which is tentatively set for a late summer/ early fall release.

Chad Szeliga from Breaking Benjamin will be drumming for THE LETTER BLACK during the recording of their Tooth and Nail debut. It's an honor to have Chad be a part of this record not only for his amazing talent behind the drums, but also for his genuine heart and solid walk.

THE LETTER BLACK will be joining Skillet and Hawk Nelson for a 50-city tour this Fall in support of their new album. Dates will be added soon so keep your ear to the ground!"

BAND WEBSITE: Myspace.com/THELETTERBLACK

THE LETTER BLACK is:
Sarah Anthony - Vocals
Mark Anthony - Vocals/Guitar
Matt Beal - Bass
Mat Slagle - Drummer
TJ - Guitar

Unsigned Buzz: MONSTERS & MANNEQUINS

Band Name: MONSTERS & MANNEQUINS
Hometown: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Genre: Indie/Electronica/Rock

Band Members:
Scott McCown - Vocals
Nik Bieghler - Drums/Sequencing
Jim Monette - Bass/Sequencing
Nick Lobel - Guitar
Kyle Sherman - Guitar

Website: Myspace.com/monstersandmannequins

The Nu Metal Tour starring SKY EATS AIRPLANE

SKY EATS AIRPLANE steps out on their 1st headlining tour with EYES SET TO KILL, IN FEAR AND FAITH, and THE WORD ALIVE. Click poster for dates on SEA Myspace page.

ISLES & GLACIERS Update

ISLES & GLACIERS have updated their Myspace page with a new layout, photos from the studio, and a live video from SXSW. In addition, the band has created a Facebook page and started a Twitter account, follow them at @islesglaciers.

BAND STATEMENT:
"so a few months back, we all flew into seattle, and we met at baggage claim. some of us old friends, some of us had never met before. we laughed, we cried, and we eventually got picked up and taken to the studio. somehow we managed to write and track some songs that we are all very proud of, in about 10 days or so. it was hectic, it was stressful, and it smelled very bad in our bedroom, but we did it.

here are the facts: sometime this year, we hope within the next 3-4 months max, this 5 song EP wll be released. the reason this is taking so long, is simply the fact that its very hard to get things done when youre in a 7 person band, and each person has another band, which is touring full time. so as fast as we all can, we are wrapping things up, waiting for final mixes, working on art work, etc.... and as soon as we can get it done, it will be there for you. trust me, we all wish it was out now, we are very excited about this."

AUGUST BURNS RED new album, "Constellations"

AUGUST BURNS RED just announced that their new album will be titled, "Constellations" and comes out JULY 14, 2009!

Music Video: UNDEROATH

Here's UNDEROATH's new music video for “Too Bright To See Too Loud to Hear” from the album, "Lost In The Sound Of Separation," in stores and online now on Tooth & Nail / Solid State Records. See UNDERAOTH all summer long on the 2009 Warped Tour!

Music Video: CUTE IS WHAT WE AIM FOR

Here is CUTE IS WHAT WE AIM FOR's new music video for 'Doctor' from their album, Rotation, in stores now on Fueled By Ramen.

THE MAINE pass 100,000+ in record sales

This year is starting off great for THE MAINE! They have just passed the 100,000+ mark for record sales and 500,000+ singles sold. They are currently co-headlining the Sold-Out AP Tour featuring 3Oh!3 and will be rocking center stage as one of the headliners on the 2009 Vans Warped Tour.

"Thank you everyone for your contributions and support over the past year in airing our videos. Those long shoot days, pouring in sweat, tired beyond all reason was definitely well worth it in the end. The year is still not over yet! We have some big stuff to announce including a huge new video in the works! Get Stoked!!"

Love,
John, Garrett, Kennedy, Jared, and Pat!

THE HIGHER new album, "It's Only Natural"

Deftly combining pop, rock and R&B, THE HIGHER, return to melt hearts this summer with the release of their sophomore album, It's Only Natural, out on June 23via Epitaph.

Produced by Mike Green (Paramore, The Matches), It's Only Natural features twelve tracks that ooze hormones and heartbreak for a fun, sexy album that's filled with songs like the irresistibly dancey "It's Only Natural," the pool-side anthem "Undertaker" and a seductive cover of Ne-Yo's "Closer," (available for stream here) which will be wearing grooves from dance floors to backseats all summer long. Prepare to fall in love with Vegas' hottest attraction.

"I'm really excited for the release of this record," says exuberant frontman Seth Trotter. "It's gonna incorporate the same R&B/Pop vibe that The Higher always bring, and it also brings back some of the guitar and rock that the old Higher fans might miss. It's the kind of record that has songs that everyone will enjoy, no matter what kind of music you listen to."

The Higher's patented blend of unabashed pop with a life-long love of rock translates best in their suave, non-stop live show that keeps the crowds moving. The band will make hearts swoon all summer long with It's Only Natural, but fans can get a taste of what's to come on their mini-tour come May.

"You can expect us to be touring all this summer and fall and we hope to get to every fan that hasn't had the chance to see us up close and in person," adds Trotter. "Come say hi and tell me what you think. See you all soon. Pace yourself."

THE HIGHER Tour Dates:
Apr 30 - Knitting Factory - Los Angeles, CA
May 1 - The Crossing - Palmdale, CA
May 16 - Electric Theater - St. George, UT
May 22 - Soma - San Diego, CA
May 27 - Club Underground - Reno, NV
May 28 - The Venue - Los Gatos, CA
May 29 - The Boardwalk - Orangevale, CA
May 30 - Brighthouse Networks Amphitheatre - Bakersfield, CA
June 23 - The Rock - Tucson, AZ
July 25 - Fuji Rock Festival - Niigata, Japan

BEFORE THEIR EYES altercation in Poughkeepsie, NY

Altercation At Last Night's BEFORE THEIR EYES Show In Poughkeepsie, NY

"Tonight's security did a great job of putting a fellow band member in the hospital."

"All of this started because the security member (pictured below) decided to ATTACK us because we didn't want to set our equipment out in the pouring rain while we went to get our van to load out".

"Here is how it all went down: Meet Goliath, 7 foot, 300 pound, crazy man that likes to beat up kids."



BEFORE THEIR EYES drummer, Jarrett, ended up with a gash on his forehead.




"How did he get his point accross? He had a fit and grabbed our photographer and threw him up against the wall. His mouth was much too colorful for this blog, but you get what I am saying. For the record, all you photographers out there, you can photograph anyone, even if they don't want to be shot, as long as you are on public property, and they are too (as long as you don't make money off the images)

To any band or fan thinking of attending a show at The Chance/ Loft in Poughkeepsie , New York please reconsider as you may be put in the hospital by roided out, goliath-like, drunk and belligerent 40 year old security guards.

A big thanks to Bless The Fall for being more than family to us, and to all the fans who came out and saw us play, you're all awesome."

<3 BTE

ADAM'S ATTIC releases "Skylines and City Lights"

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Los Angeles, CA - ADAM'S ATTIC whole-heartedly lays down their armor to present their most vulnerable release, SKYLINES AND CITY LIGHTS. While the band originally planned to release the album in early 2008, the founding band members' mother had cancer and treatment all through 2008, which prevented the release. The band officially released this album in 2009.

With each song, Adam's Attic captures a snapshot in time, and this record is a time capsule of a personal journey through various "skylines and city lights".

Since the twist of fate that led Adam's Attic to relocate to Los Angeles from New Orleans, the band has been on three tours across the globe. The album title, Skylines and City Lights, signifies their privilege of touring domestically and internationally.

Adam's Attic front man, Joe Henry said, "Every band dreams of touring the world and sharing their music. For us, those dreams are materializing. Following the desire of our hearts has led us to perform domestically from Miami to Los Angeles and internationally in countries like Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greenland, Singapore, and British Indian Ocean Territory. We have gone further than we ever thought, yet we know that are so many more 'skylines and city lights'."

When Adam's Attic hit the studio in the fall of 2007, they were ready. Three years had passed since the release of their last album, In the Blink of an Eye. The group had recorded other songs over the past few years, but nothing was right for release. This time, the five original band members decided to self-produce their collection of songs under the supervision of Joe Henry. Adam's Attic is Joe Henry, Derek Henry, Scott Boaz, and Frank DeSalvo. To capture his vision for this project, Joe Henry was tasked with the duty of assembling the right team. After interviewing Mike Troolines, the owner of Sound Asylum Studio in Santa Ana, Henry knew he had found the right place to track. After the songs were recorded, Misha Kachkachishvili of Axistudio in New Orleans provided expertise mixing the project. With a strong recommendation from Kachkachishvili, Bruce Barielle was enlisted to master the tracks.

Visit ADAM'S ATTIC online: www.myspace.com/adamsattic

FOR TODAY album art & release date

Facedown Records' FOR TODAY releases their new album PORTRAITS on June 9th and will be hitting the road on a Midwest CD release tour, June 6th-13th. Peep the album artwork and dates.

Music Video: OUTRUN THE GUN

Torque Records' OUTRUN THE GUN music video for "A Formal Feeling", directed by Thom Glunt. Listen to more of OUTRUN THE GUN at MySpace.com/OutrunTheGun

Trustkill Records signs Italy's AWAKEN DEMONS

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Trustkill is proud to announce a worldwide deal with AWAKEN DEMONS from Italy! Hailing from beautiful Cesena, Italy, they just recorded their brand new album 'THE MIRROR', due out this coming summer on Trustkill. The album is 10 songs of pure aggression, and features guest vocals from Vincent Bennet (The Acacia Strain) and Karl Buechner (Earth Crisis).

In 2007, they released their debut album "From Heaven To Hell" through Seventh Dagger and subsequently invaded the US with their friends xAFBx and Rhinoceros. They have spent the better part of 2008 writing their next album and hitting the stage with First Blood, Full Blown Chaos, Agnostic Front, Evergreen Terrace, Sworn Enemy, Ringworm, A Day To Remember, and more.

Speaking on the signing, bassist Nicola Lelli said, "We've always been huge Trustkill fans, since the late 90s. Trustkill was a dream for us and when Josh contacted us, we couldn't believe it. Being the first Italian band on the roster is definitely a huge step for us. Thanks a lot to Josh and the Trustkill crew, we are honored be part of this family."

In 2009 they have lined up shows with Madball and will play the Open Air Festival, as well as shows in Germany, Belgium, and Holland. More shows to be announced soon.

Check out the pre-production track "Coming To An End" on their Myspace page.

AWAKEN DEMONS is:
Luca Zattoni - Vocals
Andrea Bassetti - Guitar
Enrico Gasperoni - Guitar
Nicola Lelli - Bass
Raffaele Torelli - Drums

Myspace.com/awakendemons

THE SUMMER SET drop off Guys Guys Guys tour

THE SUMMER SET have announced that their last 2 shows will be April 21st & 22nd on the Guys Guys Guys tour. The band has been forced to make the decision to drop off the tour in order to begin recording their full-length debut. THE SUMMER SET assures they will be hitting a full US tour in the summer, so stay tuned and look for their debut album in the Fall.

Kevin Rudolf "Let It Rock" tour is cancelled

A couple days before THE AUDITION dropped off the tour, one of the supporting bands HYPER CRUSH announces the "Let It Rock" tour is officially over. No word from K-Rud yet, probably won't be. Once again, THE AUDITION should be happy they jumped ship when they did.

Tour Video: HYPER CRUSH

Here's a tour video from HYPER CRUSH on the short-lived "Let It Rock" tour.

MILLIONAIRES added to Warped Tour

Electro poppers MILLIONAIRES will be playing all of Warped Tour this summer.

Tour Video: LETS GET IT

Here's a tour video from Ohio's pop group LETS GET IT while they were on tour with Watchout! There's Ghosts, Karate High School, & After Midnight Project, a couple of weeks ago.

Unsigned Buzz: THE FORECAST

No longer on Victory Records, Illinois indie rockers THE FORECAST are now a solo DIY band. THE FORECAST just released their new record, In The Shadow Of Two Gunmen. The album can be purchased via Smartpunk, Interpunk, & Amazon. Here's an oldie but goodie music video.



BAND MEMBERS:
Dustin Addis (Lead Vocals/Guitar)
Shannon Burns (Bass/Vocals)
Matt Webb (Guitar/Vocals)
Tony Peck (Drums)

Unsigned Buzz: THIS IS AN EMPIRE

THIS IS AN EMPIRE is an indie electro rock band from Buffalo, New York just south of the Great White North. The rock foursome started a year ago with a desire to do something different. After building a strong local following, writing and recording countless songs, and touring nationwide for the past year, they truly are something new. The lines between music, art, film, and fashion are being blurred in our culture, and THIS IS AN EMPIRE plans to stay ahead of the curve. Peep the video below.

BAND MEMBERS:
ADAM CURTIN - Vocals/Synth
JAY PODKULSKI - Drums/Programming
MATTHEW ZYCH - Guitar
DENNIS FERRY - Bass

MYSPACE: myspace.com/thisisanempire

Music Video: TEXAS IN JULY "Hook, Line & Sinner"

BAND MYSPACE: Myspace.com/texasinjuly

The Artery Metal Tour feat. CARNIFEX

CARNIFEX will be headlining The Artery Foundation sponsored first ever, "Artery Metal Tour". This explosive metallic package features: IMPENDING DOOM, CONDUCTING THE GRAVE, UNDERNEATH THE GUN, MOLOTOV SOLUTION, and MISS MAY I. The tour will kickoff in June. Dates announced here: http://www.indiestar.tv/grafwall/2009/04/artery-metal-tour-dates-are-posted.html

Standby Records signs RETURN FROM EXILE

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California-based metal act, RETURN FROM EXILE, have announced their signing with Standby Records! The Ohio-based label that has nearly doubled in size in the past few months added the band to their roster on the strength of a recently self released Consumed EP. “We had been actively seeking a label and Standby came around at the perfect time, this just worked out for us. Jon King (label president) approached us about signing with Standby and we felt like it was the right step to make at the right time in our career.” Singer/guitarist Joey Moser commented. Formed in April of 2007, Return From Exile have built their careers from the ground up with a DIY work ethic and a drive to prove themselves to fans.

Return From Exile will enter the studio again in mid April to finish recording their self titled Standby debut album with Zack Ohren (All Shall Perish, As Blood Runs Black, Conducting From the Grave, etc.) with a release date slated for late summer. “We’ve always been a metal band but with the new album there will definitely be some power metal influences. We tell people we're not a metal band, we're a rock band. We just want go out every night and rock as hard as possible.” Moser added. “After finishing the album, we’ve got some shows lined up for May and working on finalizing tours for June and July leading up to the release of the album. We’re anxious to get on the road and build up momentum to carry us into 2010.” For information about the band, their upcoming album or tours, you can check out their myspace page here:

http://www.myspace.com/returnfromexile

Studio Video #3: THE WORD ALIVE

Music Video: VERSAEmerge "Past Praying For"

GWEN STACY in the studio

GWEN STACY will be hitting the recording studio with Andreas Magnusson (Oh Sleeper, Haste the Day) after headlining the "This Is Famly, This Is Tour" stint. The band states they have been, "...writing for this album for over a year now. We have 15 new songs finished with the best 12-14 making the record."

The "Barack N' Roll Stimulus Tour 2.0"

Check out BARELY BLIND headlining the "Barack N' Roll Stimulus Tour 2.0" with THE STATUS and THE PROSPECT from April 23 til May 20.

Apr 23 2009 7:00P	Java Jazz w/ The Status, The Prospect	Houston, Texas
Apr 25 2009 5:00P	CrossFit Havoc w/ The Status, The Prospect	Lawton, Oklahoma
Apr 27 2009 6:00P	Mojoe’s Rock House w/ The Status, The Prospect	Orland Park, Illinois
Apr 28 2009 4:00P	FearlessRadio.com (We go on at 5pm CST)	Chicago, Illinois
Apr 29 2009 9:00P	The Factory w/ The Status, The Prospect	Rochester, Michigan
Apr 30 2009 2:00P	LCCCRadio.com (2pm EST)	Online
May 1 2009 5:00P	The Corner Pocket w/ The Status, The Prospect	Blairsville, Pennsylvania
May 3 2009 7:00P	The Jukebox w/ The Status, The Prospect	Spencerport, New York
May 6 2009 7:00P	Firehouse 13 w/ The Status, The Prospect	Providence, Rhode Island
May 7 2009 6:00P	Mideast Upstairs w/ The Status, The Prospect	Cambridge, Massachusetts
May 8 2009 8:00P	Desmond’s Tavern (21+) w/ The Status, The Prospect	New York, New York
May 9 2009 7:00P	Sinclari’s Pub w/ The Status, The Prospect	West Babylon, New York
May 12 2009 7:00P	Jozart Studios w/ The Status, The Prospect	California, Pennsylvania
May 13 2009 8:00P	Bernies w/ The Status, The Prospect	Columbus, Ohio
May 15 2009 7:00P	Loadhouse Coffee w/ The Status, The Prospect	Greenbriar, Tennessee
May 17 2009 5:00P	New Life Great Bridge	Chesapeake, Virginia
May 19 2009 7:00P	TBA w/ The Status	Taylors, South Carolina
May 20 2009 7:00P	Masquerade w/ The Status, A Loss For Words	Atlanta, Georgia

Tour Video: THE ARRIVAL

EYES SET TO KILL new album tracklist and artwork

EYES SET TO KILL release their new album "The World Outside" on June 2nd via BreakSilence Recordings. The album was written and recorded by the band in Los Angeles, CA with producer Dave Aguilera (ex-Otep, Bleed the Dream) and mixed by Thom Flowers (The Ataris). Click on the album cover to pre-order.



THE WORLD OUTSIDE Track Listing:
1. Heights
2. Hourglass
3. Deadly Weapons
4. Interlude
5. The World Outside
6. March of the Dead
7. Wake Me Up
8. The Hollow Pt. 1
9. The Hollow
10. Risen
11. Her Eyes Hold The Apocalypse
12. Come Home

THE SECRET HANDSHAKE's new side project!

THE SECRET HANDSHAKE soloist Luis Dubuc has just started a new more hardcore side project called OF LEGENDS. Check out the Myspace to hear 2 new songs. Myspace.com/oflegends

THE AUDITION joining Madina Lake in the UK

At the last minute KILL HANNAH dropped off of MADINA LAKE's headlining UK tour. It's just been confirmed that fellow Chicago band THE AUDITION will be replacing them. So, what about the Kevin Rudolf tour? The Audition is leaving the "Let It Rock" tour after April 18th. I bet they are happy to be off of that tour.

Apr 28 2009 7:00P	Leeds Met Uni	Leeds
Apr 29 2009 7:00P	Nottingham Rock City	Nottingham
Apr 30 2009 7:00P	Glasgow QMU	Glasgow, Scotland
May 1 2009 7:00P	Manchester University	Manchester
May 2 2009 7:00P	Newcastle University	Newcastle
May 4 2009 7:00P	Sheffield Corporation	Sheffield
May 5 2009 7:00P	SOLD OUT!! - Birmingham Academy 2	Birmingham
May 7 2009 7:00P	Cardiff Solus	Cardiff, Wales
May 8 2009 7:00P	Electric Ballroom	London

AGRACEFUL guitarist Kasey Smith leaves the band

Here's a statement from AGRACEFUL:

Another small/bigger update than the last, guitar played Kasey Smith recently left our band because he wanted to pursue other musical endeavors. There is absolutely NO hard feelings towards him and he will remain one of our best friends. He just felt like it was better for him to step from his position in the band. This does not mean that we are breaking up/giving up/throwing in the towel/calling it quits. We are going to keep moving in a positive direction. The moral of the band will remain very high and we plan on doing along in the coming months. We already have replacement members for both Kasey (guitar) and Nate (drums). Sometimes this happens with bands and in this situation it was beyond our control. People grow and sometimes decide that they'd rather be doing other things. We plan on releasing a lot of new stuff (music video, tour dates, songs) before summer rolls around!

You can check out what Kasey is doing here:
myspace.com/romanceonarocketship

Thanks so much for the continued support! We love all of you! --AGRACEFUL

More BROKENCYDE Bashing from THURSDAY

THURSDAY frontman Geoff Rickly let European fans at Give It A Name, know why he thinks BROKENCYDE and MILLIONAIRES suck! Here's the video.

Music Video: MUTE MATH "Spotlight"

This is the official music video for MUTEMATH’s “Spotlight”. The song is available on MUTEMATH’s Spotlight EP and the Twilight Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Tour Video #4: BRING ME THE HORIZON invades Canada

Tour Video #4: BLESSTHEFALL

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS "Hot N' Heavy" tracklist

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS "Hot N Heavy" is due to be released on JUNE 2, 2009 via Suretone Records. Listen to some of the new tracks on the DDG's Myspace.

"Hot N Heavy" Tracklist:
1) Killing a Classic
2) Southern Lovin’ (Belle of the Ball)
3) Beat The Devil Out Of It
4) Two Birds, One Stone
5) Sue Simmons! Watch Your Mouth
6) Fame
7) (The) Internet Killed The Video Star
8) Can’t Fight Biology
9) There’s No Business Like Snow Business
10) Interlude 1
11) Dirtier Than You Want To Know
12) We’re Planning, God’s Laughing

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS is:
Danny Stillman – Lead Vocals
Kyle Browning – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals
Jake Hansen – Bass
Danny Cooper – Drums, Percussion
Dan Gustavson – Rhythm Guitar

Music Video: BRING ME THE HORIZON "Diamonds Aren't Forever"

WE CAME AS ROMANS signs to Equal Vision Records!

Detroit, Michigan hardcore sextet, WE CAME AS ROMANS, have officially announced their signing to Equal Vision Records! This formerly Unsigned Buzz band has now been lifted from our list and boy boy did we know it was coming in 2009! I may of wrongly guessed that Rise Records would pick them up but these Detroit youngsters are now signed. Check out the band's newly designed Myspace layout & 4-track EP "Dreams" streaming, Myspace.com/wecameasromans. ALSO see them on tour with A PLEA FOR PURGING and BROADCAST THE NIGHTMARE. In June the band will head into the recording studio with Joey Sturgis to begin tracking their debut full-length album!

KILL PARADISE signs to Suburban Noize!

Colorado electro hip-hopper KILL PARADISE aka Nicholas Cocozzella just inked a record deal with Suburban Noize Records! Check out the pic below!

The Making Of: VERSA EMERGE "Past Praying For"

Go behind the scenes on the VersaEmerge music video for 'Past Praying For'.

HE IS LEGEND signs with Tragic Hero Records!

Hard rock band, HE IS LEGEND, has moved on from Solid State and has now officially inked a record deal with Tragic Hero Records. The Wilmington, North Carolina quartet originally signed to Solid State Records in 2004 where they released two albums, "I Am Hollywood" (2004) and "Suck Out the Poison" (2006) which peaked at #158 on the Billboard 200 charts. For the past few months, HE IS LEGEND was in North Carolina at Warrior Sound Studios initially recording demos but what subsequently became new songs for the new album, IT HATES YOU, to be released on JUNE 23, 2009 via Tragic Hero Records. Check out the album tracklist and upcoming tour dates!

IT HATES YOU tracklist:
1. Dicephalous
2. Party Time!
3. Everyone I Know Has Fangs
4. The Primarily Blues
5. Cult of She
6. Stranger Danger
7. Don't Touch That Dial
8. Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
9. Future's Bright Man
10. China White III
11. That's Nasty
12. Mean Shadows

UPCOMING TOUR DATES:
April 16, 2009
@ Lawrenceville Moose Lodge
120 51st Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201

April 17, 2009
@ Peabody's
2083 E 21st St
Cleveland, OH 44115

April 20, 2009
@ The Firebird
2706 Olive St
St. Louis, Missouri 63103

April 21, 2009
@ Boney June's
5525 Pearl Dr, Suite D
Evansville, IN 47712

April 22, 2009
@ Reggies Rock Club
2109 S State St.
Chicago, IL 60616

April 24, 2009
@ Greene Street
113 N Greene St.
Greensboro, NC 27401

Unsigned Buzz: THE RIGHT COAST

Over the past few years, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania has become a hotbed of successful musical acts. Since the spring of 2008, THE RIGHT COAST has been continuing with this tradition, but trading the metal riffs and screams of their contemporaries for endlessly addictive hooks, choruses and sing-alongs. Brandon, Joe, Pat, Doug and Nick have found the essence to their teamwork and creativity, giving the listener everything that they would love from the genre while still pushing themselves to deliver more. With barely a year of experience as a group, The Right Coast is able to boast many accomplishments that would surely cause jealousy among their peers. They have earned the privilege of sharing the stage with national touring acts such as Four Year Strong (I Surrender/Decaydance), Set Your Goals (Epitaph), Every Avenue (Fearless), Meg & Dia (Doghouse), & Shwayze (Suretone).

On APRIL 21st, THE RIGHT COAST, releases their debut EP This Is Now for free online, so check out their site at Myspace.com/therightcoast on Tuesday for more details. The EP was produced by Paul Leavitt; check out the video below of the band recording in the studio. Also, in 2009 expect to see THE RIGHT COAST touring all summer!

NEW Music Video: VALENCIA - "The Good Life"

Here's a statement from the band:
"This video was shot over the course of a few months in 2008. We compiled 8mm footage from April (while on our album cover photo shoot) until Warped Tour ‘08 and it has finally come together. It brings back some very fond memories for us, attached to one of our favorite songs off the album. Hope it does the same for you!" -- VALENCIA

Album Review: THE SILENT YEARS "Let Go" EP

THE SILENT YEARS just signed to SideCho Records last week and are preparing to release their debut EP, LET GO. Expect the digital release on APRIL 21st and physical release on JULY 14th! Here's our review of the 6-track EP.

"LET GO offers a short & sweet yet solid intro to the band's unique brand of melodic folk rock. The EP kicks off with the haunting yet delicate vocals of frontman JOSH EPSTEIN, who's vocals are perfectly fused with intricate melodies from a random assortment of instruments. The band's use of multiple instrumentation isn't cluttered instead each instrument individually shines creating a musical masterpiece of melodic folk rock at its best." -- Indie Star TV

LET GO Tracklist:
1. Taking Drugs At The Amusement Park
2. Vampires Bite The Hand That Feeds Them
3. Forest Fire
4. Madame Shocking
5. TV>BJ
6. Claw Marks

Check out THE SILENT YEARS at Myspace.com/thesilentyears

Japanese rockers FACT in van accident!

For Immediate Release
April 15, 2009

JAPANESE ROCKERS FACT INVOLVED IN SERIOUS VAN ACCIDENT ON DAY OF ALBUM RELEASE REMAINING US AND CANADIAN TOUR DATES CANCELLED

The members of Japanese rock band FACT were involved in a serious van accident yesterday afternoon. The band had played a show in Montgomery, AL the night before and was headed to their next gig in Altoona, PA, when another vehicle crossed the median on Interstate 85 just outside of Atlanta, striking the band’s van and causing the two vehicles to collide head on. The van flipped over on its side.

Everyone survived, but singer Hiro sustained a concussion and drummer Eiji remains hospitalized with a broken arm. Tour manager John Kim was originally thought to have suffered internal injuries but turned out to be OK and was released from the hospital. The other band members suffered minor injuries.

Due to Eiji’s arm injuries, FACT will be forced to cancel the remaining dates on their North American run and will return to Japan to recuperate. There were two US shows left and a string of Canadian dates that will be rescheduled at a later date.

To read an article about the accident visit: http://www.times-herald.com/local/Five-injured-in-two-car-wreck-on-Interstate-85-715174.

FACT’s Vagrant/Maximum 10 Records debut was released yesterday.

FACT is: Takahiro (guitars, vocals), Tomohiro (bass, vocals), Eiji (drums, vocals), Hiro (lead vocals), and Kazuki (guitar, vocals)

www.myspace.com/factjapan

SideCho Records' 1090 CLUB is going on tour!

1090 CLUB is going out on tour this week with select tour dates with The Forecast, Murder By Death, and The Photo Atlas! 1090 Club is heading out on tour in support of their latest full length album, NATURAL SELECTION, which is available for purchase now at the SideCho Records online store and on iTunes.

1090 Club Tour Dates
* w/ Murder by Death
^ w/ The Forecast
- w/ Photo Atlas

04/17: Missoula, MT @ The Badlander w/ Secret Powers
04/18: Billings, MT @ The Railyard (CD release show)
04/22: Fargo, ND @ The Aquarium *
04/23: Omaha, NE @ Oleavers -
04/24: Des Moines, IA @ Vaudville Mews ^
04/25: Kearney, NE @ The Roman ^
04/26: Denver, CO @ Hi Dive ^-
04/27: Billings, MT @ The Railyard ^-
04/28: Missoula, MT @ Union Hall ^-
04/29: Seattle, WA @ Studio 7 ^
05/01: Billings, MT @ The Railyard *-

NEW Music Video: SILVERSUN PICKUPS

SILVERSUN PICKUPS listening parties

SILVERSUN PICKUPS just released their new album "SWOON" on April 14th, pick it up on iTunes or Amazon! In celebration of the new album release, deejays are hosting SILVERSUN PICKUPS Listening Parties. Check out the dates listed below. On Saturday, April 18th, SILVERSUN PICKUPS is having their CD release party at Webster Hall in New York City!

Friday, 4/17 (Denver)
SSPU Listening Party
Lipgloss @ La Rhumba
99 W 9th ave
Resident djs Tyler "Danger" Jacobson & boyhollow with guest dj Josh D
9pm 21+ $6 after 10pm

Saturday, April 18th (NYC)
Tiswas NYC
Silversun Pickups Release Party
DJs Nick Marc, Spiky Phil & Jess
The Studio @ Webster Hall
125 E 11th st
Doors 11pm 19+

Monday, April 20th (Chicago)
Silversun Pickups Listening Party @ Rehab
Evilolive 1551W Division
10pm - 4am
21+
Record played during the first hour

Monday, April 20th (Philly)
SSPU Listening Session @ Made To Order
5pm-8pm
817A North 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215)413-7080

Monday, April 20th (LA)
SSPU Listening Party at The Purple Lounge "Mad Mondays" Party.
Hollywood Standard Hotel
8300 Sunset Blvd
Co-hosted by Valida, Linda Lovemade, Ellei of Shadowscene and Lax
Album will be played at the start of the evening.
RSVP: madmondays@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 22nd (Boston)
Monkey Rock Presents Silversun Pickups Listening Party
@ All Asia
332 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA‎
Doors 6pm Record Played 7pm

Thursday, April 23rd (San Francisco)
SSPU Listening Party @ Popscene
330 Ritch St
10pm 18+

CHIMAIRA New DVD teaser, "Making Of The Infection"

CHIMAIRA's "Making of The Infection" DVD will be released with special editions of their latest album, THE INFECTION, due out April 21st! Visit http://www.spread-the-infection.com

MAE releasing limited edition EP on tour

Here's a word from MAE:

"Our first physical release of the year will be the limited edition rub and smell version of the (m)orning EP. The first and only place that you'll be able to get a copy will be on our spring tour! The EP features extended artwork and eight songs with a runtime of nearly 40 minutes."

THERE FOR TOMORROW debut album, "A Little Faster"

Orlando rockers THERE FOR TOMORROW have announced their debut full-length album, A LITTLE FASTER, will be released on June 9, 2009 via Hopeless Records.

Harder, edgier without losing any of the melodic crunch for which they are known, A Little Faster thrusts There For Tomorrow up a few notches in their already infectious songwriting. From the slash and burn guitars of the title track to the tightly-wound "Backbone" to the soaring ballad "Just in Time", it reinforces Billboard's stance who called the band "a perfect mix of neo-rock, indie pop, and punk, the group demands attention".

THERE FOR TOMORROW is:
Maika Maile (lead vocals, guitar, programming)
Christian Climer (guitar, vocals)
Chris Kamrada (drums, samples)
Jay Enriquez (bass, vocals)

RECORD STORE DAY in-store performance schedule

The Friday Night Boys and A Rocket To The Moon are among some of the many bands that are playing special 1-day in-store performances on Record Store Day, this Saturday, April 18th. Peep this site to see the long list, http://www.recordstoreday.com/InStore. Other big named artists will be DISTURBED, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, STATIC X, GOOD OLD WAR, MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA, THE BLACK LIPS, 3OH!3, and too too many others to name.

We’ve Created a MonsTOUR! featuring A PLEA FOR PURGING

A PLEA FOR PURGING is headlining the We’ve Created a MonsTOUR! featuring support from BROADCAST THE NIGHTMARE, WE CAME AS ROMANS and others, peep the poster and dates below. The tour kicks off April 24th in Georgia!

Apr 24 2009 6:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The 7 Venue	Douglasville, Georgia
Apr 25 2009 6:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Murray Hill Theatre	Jacksonville, Florida
Apr 26 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Island Oasis	Winter Park, Florida
Apr 27 2009 6:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Garage South	Ft. Myers, Florida
Apr 28 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Players Theatre	Sarasota, Florida
Apr 29 2009 7:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Orpheum	Ybor City, Florida
Apr 30 2009 5:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Insanity Skate Park	Madison, Alabama
May 1 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - 516 Soundstage	Shreveport, Louisiana
May 2 2009 7:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Stafford Main Street	Bryan, Texas
May 3 2009 5:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Max	Dallas, Texas
May 4 2009 4:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The White Rabbit	San Antonio, Texas
May 5 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Telos House	Albuquerque, New Mexico
May 6 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Phix	Phoenix, Arizona
May 7 2009 5:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Green Turtle	Whittier, California
May 8 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Jerrys Pizza	Bakersfield, California
May 9 2009 5:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Moose Lodge	Rosamond, California
May 10 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Cobalt Cafe	Canoga Park, California
May 11 2009 5:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Exit	Fresno, California
May 12 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Burnin’ Burro	Livermore, California
May 14 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - DAV Hall	Twin Falls, Idaho
May 15 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Studio 600	Salt Lake City, Utah
May 16 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - F.E.O.	Riverton, Wyoming
May 17 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Shelter	Arvada, Colorado
May 18 2009 5:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Eagles Lodge	Wichita, Kansas
May 19 2009 5:30P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Fubar	Saint Louis, Missouri
May 20 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - T.O. Garcias	Papillion, Nebraska
May 21 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - Jefferson Community Center	Jefferson, South Dakota
May 22 2009 6:00P	**We’ve Created a MonsTOUR!** - The Vault	Buffalo, Minnesota
May 23 2009 8:00P	***BLED FEST***	Howell, Michigan

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Album Title & Artwork

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE:

Massachusetts' finest hard rock purveyors, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, have announced the title for their eagerly anticipated fourth album for Roadrunner Records. The title is Killswitch Engage. The album, produced by Brendan O'Brien (AC/DC, Rage Against the Machine) and co-produced by guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz, will hit stores on June 29.

Some of the track titles for the album include "The Reckoning," "The Forgotten" and "Starting Over." Vocalist Howard Jones offered a little insight into Killswitch Engage, saying, “It was time for us to step outside of our comfort zone and try something a little different with this record. It definitely still sounds like us, but we needed to be refreshed and take things a little further." The singer also comments on the album being the band's second self-titled effort of its career, saying, "When we all couldn’t agree on an album title, someone suggested we just keep it self-titled and we all pretty much agreed. It gives it the feeling of a fresh new beginning."

Music Video: MEG & DIA "Black Wedding"

THE BIGGER LIGHTS new drummer, Ryan Seaman

THE BIGGER LIGHTS just announced they have a new drummer, RYAN SEAMAN. Follow him on Twitter, @RyanSeaman. Ryan previously played drums for I Am Ghost for 3 years and has since lived in Hollywood, California as a "drummer for hire". Now he's packing his bags and moving to Virginia to join up with THE BIGGER LIGHTS. See Ryan beat the skins when THE BIGGER LIGHTS go on tour with The Secret Handshake and The Morning Of in May.

Live Video: EYE ALASKA at Bamboozle Left

Here's a performance video of EYE ALASKA playing a new song, "Walk Like a Gentleman", at Bamboozle Left.

FRESHMAN 15 cover M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes"

Standby Records' newest band, FRESHMAN 15, have just posted a new song covering "Paper Planes" by M.I.A.. Definitely peep this up & coming pop punk band from Georgia; they are currently touring for a few more dates with THE YEARS GONE BY and CITY LIGHTS. In February, Freshman 15 released their debut album, "Throw Up Your Hands For One Night Stands", you can pick it up on iTunes, FYE, and Target.

FRESHMAN 15 is:
David Fortner (Guitar/Vocals)
Jeremy Smith(Guitar/Vocals)
BJ Formella(Bass/Vocals)
Breck Blanchard (Drums)

www.myspace.com/freshman15rock

Tour Video: UNDEROATH in Germany

UNDEROATH is currently playing dates on the Give It A Name tour across Europe and in the U.K.. The band recently posted a tour video from Germany. Also, look for the video for Underoath's next single; "Too Bright To See, Too Loud To Hear", to premiere on MySpace on Tues, April 21st.

THE COLOR FRED new EP tracklist & artwork

THE COLOR FRED release The Intervention EP this Saturday, April 18th only at independent record stores visit: www.recordstoreday.com for participating stores. Come see Fred Mascherino of The Color Fred play acoustic at 1pm this Saturday at Vintage Vinyl in New Jersey.



The Intervention EP tracklisting:
Philadelphia Acoustic Sessions
1. If I Surrender
2. Complaintor
3. Terrible Things
4. The Intervention
5. Dark Clouds
Basement Demos
6. It Isn't Me
7. Hate To See You Go

ILAN RUBIN new website & latest video

Check out ILAN RUBIN's new website, www.thenewregimemusic.com.

A SKYLIT DRIVE new album tracklist & artwork

A SKYLIT DRIVE wrapped recording their 2nd full-length in Seattle with producer Casey Bates in February. And, now the guys have announced the album title is ADELPHIA (not Glaciers) and revealed the artwork & tracklist. Oh yea, and ADELPHIA will be released on JUNE 9th via Fearless Records!




ADELPHIA Tracklisting:
1. Prelude To A Dream
2. Those Cannons Could Sink A Ship
3. Heaven
4. I Swear This Place Is Haunted
5. Eva The Carrier
6. Worlds End In Whispers, Not Bangs
7. The Boy Without A Demon
8. Thank God It's Cloudy Because I'm Allergic To The Sunlight
9. Air The Enlightenment
10. The Children Of Adelphia
11. Running With The Light
12. It's Not Ironic, It's Obvious
13. See you Around

AS CITIES BURN posts new song "Pirate Blues"

Listen to the new song "Pirate Blues" from AS CITIES BURN (click on the "green").

ESCAPE THE FATE is invading Mexico in May!

ESCAPE THE FATE is coming to Mexico for 2 days on May 18th & 19th, click the poster below to buy tickets; pre-sale begins April 20th. FYI, this means, if you click on the link, you won't see the show posted until April 20th. So, mark your calendars :)

LINDA DRAPER "Bridge and Tunnel" out April 14th

Bridge and Tunnel, the latest album from indie folk singer LINDA DRAPER, showcases ten fresh new songs further exploring Draper’s signature sound - light, enchanting music with gentle, heartfelt honest lyrics. “Limbo” leads off the LP capturing the very essence of morning’s first ray of sunlight. It is followed by the stripped down splendor of “Sharks And Royalty”. The collection’s charm continues to shine bright in the tracks “I Will” and “Pushing Up The Day” - both primed to be sure classics. The album will be released April 14th. Check out tour dates below.

BRIDGE AND TUNNEL tracklist:
01. Limbo
02. Sharks And Royalty
03. I Will
04. Time Will Tell
05. Pushing Up The Day
06. Close Enough
07. Broken Eggshell
08. Bridge And Tunnel
09. Mother’s Little Helper (Rolling Stones Cover)
10. Last One Standing

LINDA DRAPER Tour Dates:
05/21 New York, NY @ Googie’s Lounge (CD Release Show)
06/04 Los Angeles, CA @ Spaceland
06/05 Los Angeles, CA @ Room 5
06/07 Carlsbad, CA @ Hensley’s Flying Elephant
06/08 Silverlake, CA @ Home
06/14 San Francisco, CA @ The Make Out Room

Music Video: ANARBOR "The Brightest Green"

Tour Video #2: BMTH invades Canada

THE GAY BLADES feat. Brian Southall

Here's a new video from THE GAY BLADES performing live at the Chain Reaction with guest guitarist Brian Southall (Isles & Glaciers, ex-The Receiving End of Sirens).

AS I LAY DYING's New DVD Trailer

AS I LAY DYING's new DVD 'This Is Who We Are' came out in Europe on April 9th and will be released in April 14th on Metal Blade Records.

I SEE STARS debut album, "3D", April 14th!

I SEE STARS "3D" Tracklisting:

1. Project Wake Up
2. The Common Hours
3. 3D
4. Save The Cheerleader, Save the World
5. The Big Bad Wolf
6. I Am Jacks Smirking Revenge
7. Comfortably Confused
8. Where The Sidewalk Ends
9. Sing This (featuring BIZZY BONE)
10. The Ocean
11. What This Means To Me

Music Video: THE SLEEPING "Bomb the World"

DANCE GAVIN DANCE new song & album artwork

DANCE GAVIN DANCE has posted a new song on their Myspace, "Tree Village". As previously reported, DGD's new album HAPPINESS is due out June 9th. Here's the artwork.

Studio Video #2: OH SLEEPER

Follow OH SLEEPER on Twitter as they share tidbits about their new album and upcoming tour with The Human Abstract. http://twitter.com/weareohsleeper

A STATIC LULLABY replaces Norma Jean on Silverstein tour

A STATIC LULLABY is officially replacing Norma Jean on the Silverstein tour with Blessthefall and Before Their Eyes. Here are the remaining dates.

Apr 10 Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock
Apr 11 Mission, TX @ Las Palmas Event Centre
Apr 12 Houston, TX @ House of Blues
Apr 14 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution
Apr 15 Orlando, FL @ Firestone
Apr 16 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
Apr 17 Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall
Apr 18 Richmond, VA @ The National
Apr 19 Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
Apr 21 Providence, RI @ Lupos
Apr 22 Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre
Apr 23 Farmingdale, NY @ Crazy Donkey
Apr 24 Rochester, NY @ Water Street Music Hall
Apr 25 Detroit, MI @ Majestic
Apr 27 Cincinnati, OH @ Bogarts
Apr 28 Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Apr 29 Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Apr 30 Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
May 01 Pittsburgh, PA @ Club Zoo
May 02 Baltimore, MD @ Ram's Head

Studio Video: RELIENT K

RELIENT K: new label, new album, new tour

Christian rock band, RELIENT K, has moved on from Gotee Records. The band states, "After we turned in The Bird And The Bee Sides, we fulfilled our first record deal (six albums) with Gotee Records. This made us free agents. Our plan? Matt Hoopes and I just signed up to begin positions as A&R for the soon to be resurrected Mono Vs. Stereo records. We'll sign a few bands a year, and also release Relient K's material through the label."

Relient K is currently in the studio with producer Mark Lee Townsend at Dark Horse recording studio and will later head off to California to work with producer John Feldmann.

In late-May, RELIENT K will head out on the road with OWL CITY and have RUNNER RUNNER and CLASSIC CRIME play on select dates.

5/26/09 Glass House (Pomona, CA - Owl City/Runner Runner)
5/27/09 The Dome (Bakersfield, CA - Owl City/Runner Runner)
5/28/09 The Boardwalk (Orangevale, CA - Owl City/Runner Runner)
5/29/09 Indigo District (Eugene, OR - Owl City/Classic Crime)
5/30/09 Wonder Ballroom (Portland, OR - Owl City/Classic Crime)
5/31/09 Neumo's (Seattle, WA - Owl City/Classic Crime)
6/2/09 Knitting Factory (Spokane, WA - Owl City/Classic Crime)
6/3/09 Knitting Factory (Boise, ID - Owl City/Classic Crime)
6/4/09 Murray Theatre (Salt Lake City, UT - Owl City/Classic Crime)