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 September 2006 Archives - We have removed all clickable links from our archives - The archives house only a selection from each of our 9.30.06 THE FUTUREHEADS CANCEL FUTURE Alternative / Indie / Rock Official message: "Hi Guys, It is with great sadness that I must tell you we have had to cancel our forthcoming US Tour, due to the development of Tendonitis in Barry's left wrist. He has been advised to rest and, as far as we can see, there is no way of us being able to make those shows work, given the state of his wrist. We are all deeply disappointed at having to pull the shows at such a late stage, but there is no way around it for us. Apologies to the people with tickets - we promise to get out to the US at the next available opportunity. The UK tour will not be affected by this given that there are some months before it begins.
Again, we are deeply sorry, but I guess we have to focus on Barry making progress toward recovery, and only rest will enable that." Thanks for your understanding, Ross (The Futureheads) 9.30.06 WEDDING PRESENT EBAY AUCTIONS Official message: "David Gedge guitar and amplifiers on Ebay! As we clear out more of our storage space here at Scopitones Towers, we've found a guitar and some amps to put on Ebay. The following will be up for sale until Thursday 5 October, 2006: Fender Squier Stratocaster guitar
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wedding-Present-Gedge- HH IC 100L Combined guitar amplifier and speaker
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wedding-Present-HH- Fender Bassman 135 amplifier
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wedding-Present-Gedge- It's your chance to own a bit of Wedding Present history! For further information or any queries regarding Cinerama or The Wedding Present, please email us at ScopitonesUK@aol.com. Enjoy The Ride!" 9.30.06 GUSTER & CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM Official message: "Gusterrhoids... Here's the deal with the "collaboration" between Curb Your Enthusiasm (the show) and Guster I hinted at a few weeks ago: It's not a Season Six band cameo on the show. I wish. But it's the next best thing, a five-episode podcast of a long, winding conversation between two Guster members (the singer and the drummer) and our friend Jeff Garlin, who plays Larry's agent on the show. If you have people in your life who like Curb Your Enthusiasm but don't know Guster, this is your chance to get them hooked on our.... conversational.. skills? Having befriended Jeff at our Central Park show two years ago, we thought a mutual podcast would be interesting since we like his comedy and he likes our music. Around the time we were finishing up 'Ganging Up on the Sun' we actually went into the studio with Jeff and recorded it. A lot of topics get covered since it's almost an hour long. This might be the deepest Guster interview to date. Don't fear the podcast. A ten-minute episode will become available, for free, every Monday in October, on our website and through iTunes. I am told there are five mondays in October this year." 9.29.06 JOEY ALTRUDA ON JOE STRUMMER Lounge / Latin / Ska Official message: "I was recently interviewed by Julien Temple here in Los Angeles as part of his upcoming documentary on Joe Strummer. Temple interviewed friends, family, and colleagues of Strummer in front of a campfire setting in London, New York, and Los Angeles. It was very touching for me to be asked for I never had a chance to say goodbye to Joe. We had a strong bond as friends, sharing a love of the same styles of music (especially Cuban & Columbian) as well as Americana, film history, vintage Cadillacs, etc. In fact, his green 1955 Caddy Coupe Deville was brought to the location of the shooting in Griffith Park as part of the set decor. I had no idea but someone here has been taking care of it for all these years! There was a very cool impromptu jam session around the campfire as well that I was fortunate enough to take part in, featuring Joe Ely, Zander Schloss, et al. R.I.P. Joe - Your Presence Is Still Felt By Many The World Over." ~Joey A. 9.29.06 THE SCARRING PARTY Partial official description: "Milwaukee quintet the Scarring Party perform tuba, accordion and banjo driven end time music that draws on the influence of 20s and 30s music hall, Lomax folkways recordings and 70s punk. Though the Scarring Party performances combine low-key showmanship with vaudevillian spectacle, the more confounding part of their aesthetic is the role of toy piano, typewriters, 40lb cast iron bells, the theremin-howl of mandolins, a host of James Burzelic's unorthodox percussion instruments and Daniel Bullock's warbling tenor delivered through the crackling victrola veneer of a hand-built copper microphone. While their sound and aesthetic may recall an age gone by, the Scarring Party's unique voice rests comfortably outside of the confines of any era." We really couldn't say it any better (the above taken from their main website). We absolutely love their sound and we haven't heard anything quite like it! Their 2006 release is called 'A Consise Introduction'. Please give a listen to their songs 'Eye', 'Devil Knows Where', and 'No More Room'.
9.29.06 THE STREETS UPDATES Rap / Garage / Electronica Official message: "I am pleased to announce that due to many complaints and a certification of ill road worthiness Ted Mayhem (Mayhem is Mike Skinner's partner in his record label The Beats.) has decided to trade in the hearse for something more suitable for his travel requirements and which more aptly reflects his family roots in the service quarter of colonial Great Britain... On another note thanks to everyone for buying my new single 'Prangin Out'. Its current midweek position as having a strong lead over the Scissor Sisters for number 1 is making us very emotional. My vote is on Gordon Brown for president. His speech was the best the Conservative party have sounded in years..." 9.28.06 BABBLE & BEAT UPDATES Looks like we'll have a new contributing reviewer from time to time... soon. He'll probably focus on Punk, Rock, & Metal cd reviews. He knows his stuff and he'll sure be welcome because I've defintely been doing all the work around here. Where the heck is everybody? I went to the Melvins / Ghostigital / Big Business show last night at Shank Hall in Milwaukee, WI. It was great! I interviewed Ghostigital. BTW - Ghostigital features Einar from the Sugarcubes! So, watch for that next week. Many of you are asking where my "3 Days With Gene Loves Jezebel" story is. Well, I'm not a good writer and I love details. I stopped writing it because it's already 13 pages long! I really have to dissect it. So, maybe one day. Also, Michael Aston (of GLJ) released an album cover idea for their next release. He used the painting I acquired from him for it! Prior to that he asked me if that was cool (and I was like, YES!!!). I hope he really ends up using that image! 9.28.06 NEW TERRORFAKT Industrial / Experimental Official description: "Crunchy, harsh, trance, rhythmic, noise, acidic, violent and unavoidable are all words that have been used to describe the music of Terrorfakt. The NYC based artist has been grafting infectious and innovative power noise trance since 2001. Their corrosive music has re-invented and infused the noise and trance genres of electronic music with fresh ideas and influences. Their second album on Metropolis, 'Teethgrinder', is a myriad of torment, anger, confusion, hatred and pain. Agressive is too mild of a word to describe the pummeling beats, explosive rhythms, critical state melodies and self-destructive tempo. With the most raging album you'll hear this year, Terorfakt has reached unprecedented levels with the seething 'Teethgrinder'." - Metropolis 9.28.06 SHOW DATES FOR THE POGUES Official message: "The Pogues will be performing in Japan, U.S.A. and U.K. & Ireland in late 2006."
Oct. 9, San Fran, CA, The Fillmore 9.27.06 H.I.M. CANCELS TOUR Rock / Metal / Gothic Official message: "HIM have announced the cancellation of their fall tour. The band will not be playing scheduled U.S. shows in favor of entering the recording studio (see canceled dates below). HIM hope fans will not be let down, but rather will look forward to seeing them back on the road with new songs to share. The band have been steadily writing material for their forthcoming album and are eager to start preliminary rehearsal of very early tracks. HIM have not been able to test any new material due to their busy touring and promotion schedule. This fall will be the first opportunity for the band members to talk and work out new HIM material for a 2007 release! Singer Ville Valo explains the band's decision: "Our dearest fellowship of the Heartagram, you haven't seen the last of us yet. We just want to keep it fresh for you and stump you with new material. I didn't feel that I could do that without rehearsing some of this stuff that's stuck in my heart. We're happy to have new fans come aboard the ship, but I feel we've got to keep it exciting and new. We've started writing and I can't wait for you guys to hear what we're working on." The band have spent the last year touring non-stop behind Dark Light. Most recently completing a successful spring U.S. headlining tour with stops at Jimmy Kimmel Live and Last Call With Carson Daly along the way. To ticket holders: please contact or visit the point of purchase for information on ticket refunds." Cancelled HIM tour dates: WED 10/18 Lowell, MA Tsongas Arena 9.27.06 CONFIRMED CULT DATES Official message: "U.S. / South American Dates confirmed. Get your boogey on. In addition to the upcoming South American Tour in December, The Cult has announced more U.S. gigs for late October/early November."
Oct 27 The Glass Cactus - Dallas, 9.27.06 HUNGRY LUCY UPDATES Official message: "Hello again. Time for a quick update of the goings on in Hungry Lucy Land! While our tour didn't go quite as planned, the dates we have played have been a blast. We've made a lot of new friends along the way and traveled to some new places ... all-in-all ... much fun indeed. Fabulous sushi and new friends in Florida, fabulous Mexican food and new friends in South Carolina, fabulous techincal problems all over ... and much, much more. You can read all about the tour happenings (the good and the bad) on our BLOG: http://blog.hungrylucy.com/?cat=2 . There are just a couple more performances for 2006 and then we'll get stuck into what we do best (writing & recording)." 9.27.06 PAUL WESTERBERG (REPLACEMENTS) UPDATES Official message: "The 'Open Season' soundtrack was released today, and while the release of (what is ostensibly) a new Paul Westerberg CD would normally be the lead story here, the news from the 'Open Season' premiere last night is just a bit more exciting. Paul and Tommy reunited on stage for the first time in 15 years at last night's premiere, joined by Josh Freese on drums. They were scheduled to play 'Right To Arm Bears' and 'Love You In The Fall', the tracks from the soundtrack that both Tommy and Josh played on, but the audience also got treated to a rousing rendition of 'I.O.U.'. You can read an account of the performance and see some pictures
from the premiere here: Back to the soundtrack: the CD is available from all the usual suspects; there is also a 10" vinyl release that contains two bonus tracks. Here's the track listing: Side A Side B * songs not available on regular soundtrack 'Wild as I Wanna Be' (replacement version) is Paul's version of
that song; the studio opted to go with Deathray's version for the
soundtrack. This track is also available on iTunes. The alternate
version of 'I Belong' is not on iTunes, only on this vinyl release.
More info on this vinyl release: 9.26.06 THE MYRIAD FORM Alternative / New Wave / Gothic Partial official description: "The Myriad Form brings together 3 elements of experienced musicians from the greater West Coast undergrond music scene, blending together a wide range of elements from new wave, alternative, ethereal, and gothic sensibilities. Featuring vocalist Severina X Sol from Cylab, who's many experiences include being a founding member of Diva Destruction, and being part of the electro formation Fockewolf. On drums is LA music veteran Ian Mayer, who has played with such bands as Near Death Experience, Idol Worship and Without Tears. Richard "Lurch" Pilawski who's been featured with such bands as Sex With Lurch, Mantle and is also a DJ in the LA & OC music scene does double duty with the Myriad Form on Keyboards and bass."
Being a fan of Severina's work I was thrilled to come across music from her new project, The Myriad Form. 'The Ocean Deep', '100 Days', and 'Ashes To Earth' are absolutely gorgeous songs! You must check them out, so visit myspace.com/themyriadform and thank me later. "The full length album from The Myriad Form is being recorded, and is expected to be released by the end of 2006." - Official website 9.26.06 ROLLING DOG HAS A FIERCE BARK New Wave / Disco House / Punk Partial official description: "Rolling Dog - The Portsmouth five-piece are one of 2006's hottest prospects. Endorsed by Lord Steve Lamacq, and with frequent radio play on BBC Radio 1, 6 music, XFM and Artrocker, the chaps have recently supported, amongst others, Boy Kill Boy, Every Move A Picture, Kasabian, Chikinki, Fields, The Soundtrack Of Our Lives, and have sold out the 400 capacity Wedgewood Rooms in their home city seven times in a row."
Wow. We REALLY like these guys! We highly recommend listening to their 2006 songs 'Spookyvision' and 'Me Against The World'. They are currently unsigned - what kind of b.s. is that? 9.26.06 CRASH MIDNIGHT Rock / Punk Partial official description: "After a late night filled with shots of 151, Bo (bass) was speeding home. He lost consciousness and awoke to a face full of airbag and his car wrapped around a telephone pole. He called Shaun (lead vocals), not to pull him out of the heap, but to tell him that he'd found the perfect name for the band they would form: a rock n' roll trainwreck called Crash Midnight." Check out their kick ass tracks 'City Girl' and 'Made For The Money' from their recent 'Suicide Tattoo' EP (2006) by visiting: www.myspace.com/crashmidnight . 9.25.06 THE DONNAS ASK FOR HELP Rock / Classic Rock / Rock Official message: "Hello Hello. Our friend and loyal fan, Olivia, is participating in the Komen Houston Race for the Cure®, and since this cause is near and dear to us, we want to help in any way that we can. We've made a donation in support of Olivia and only ask that you pass the word along. If you're able to donate we encourage it, but if you aren't able to donate please just check out Komen Houston site - being informed is half the battle and raises awareness! We love ya!" maya/brett/allison/torry (The Donnas) http://www.thedonnas.com 9.25.06 WILCO UPDATES Official message: "Things in Wilcoworld have been busy as usual... the guys have just finished up a 3+ week recording session in Chicago and we're happy to report they made great progress on the as-yet-unnamed next studio record. We got to hang out for a few days while they were recording and suffice to say that the stuff is sounding really exciting. They've cut about a dozen tracks now and will go back into the studio to cut a few more in November and it's looking like, if all goes as planned, it'll be out in Spring '07. In the meantime, most of you probably know that they've got a short tour of assorted college towns of the midwest (East Lansing, West Lafayette)and southeast (Morgantown, Huntsville, Oxford), present & former cities of the Texas League (Ft. Worth, San Antonio, Springfield. Mo. and Wichita), as well as a few less easily categorized places like Cincinnati, Louisville, Wash. DC and Latrobe, Pa. Hope to see you out at these dates as there shan't be many more in the next 3 or 4 months. wilcoworld.net/tours/index.php. The DVD / film 'Sunken Treasure: Jeff Tweedy Live in the Pacific Northwest' (Dir.: Christoph Green, Prod.: Brendan Canty) will be released by Nonesuch on October 24. Info here: http://wilcoworld.net/news . Check out the trailer in the videos section of our myspace page, or go to http://wilcoworld.net/sunkentreasure/trailer/ to see the trailer. We are
now accepting pre-orders for the DVD -- all orders on the site come with
a very nice postcard set featuring images from some of our favorite
Tweedy gig posters. Pre-order: Our first in the series of Wilco podcasts is available for download at http://wilcoworld.net/podcast/. This initial "episode" features Glenn Kotche. See you out there." - the Wilco HQ staff 9.25.06 GHOSTIGITAL ON TOUR WITH THE MELVINS Experimental / Hip Hop / Electronica Sep 25 - Fine Line Music Cafe Official message: "Tonight is our first concert on the tour and we are looking forward to the experience. This is also the first show that will only feature the two of us without help from our brave little Ghostboys (our normal rooster of improv musicians). To keep our fans happy, Curver took a guitar with three strings with him to add some wicked licks to the show." Other Ghostigital dates on this tour:
Sep 26 High Noon Saloon, Madison, 9.24.06 MURDER BY DEATH Indie / Alternative / Folk Rock Official message: "Hello everyone. We have some some jolly good news for youse. The fine folks at Cooking Vinyl (www.cookingvinyl.com) have seen it fit to release Murder By Death's 'In Bocca Al Lupo' in the UK for us come spring of 2007! As a bonus extra-fun-super-duper treat, they will also be releasing our debut UK single 'Boy Decide' on the 6th of November. Smashing good fun indeed." 9.24.06 LACUNA COIL TO SUPPORT DANZIG & OTHER NEWS Official message: "Due to overwhelming demand, Lacuna Coil will return to the U.S. this November as direct support to Danzig as part of the next incarnation of his highly successful Blackest of The Black tour. This is the group’s third U.S. run in support of 'Karmacode', their highly praised new album and will wrap up a highly successful year, which saw numerous highlights such as a main stage Ozzfest slot, a sold-out tour with Rob Zombie, a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live and a Top 30 Active Rock hit single with the track 'Our Truth.' The band says, “We initially planned to headline the U.S. this fall, but Danzig made us an offer we couldn’t refuse, so we postponed our headlining plans until January. We can’t wait to return to America with another true legend.” This tour also coincides with the launch of the group’s new single for the track, 'Closer,' the third single from 'Karmacode'. The radio mix and edit of 'Closer' was done by Brian Malouf (Michael Jackson, Madonna, Pearl Jam), and the captivating video for the track, completed by the directorial team Fort Awesome (who also shot the group’s acclaimed 'Our Truth' clip) can be viewed by clicking the link below:
mms://mp3.centurymedia.com/stream/ Furthermore, LACUNA COIL has been nominated for the “Best Italian Act” award at the MTV European Music Awards 2006. Fans are invited to vote at http://ema.mtv.it (choose the “Italian Act” category and click “vota”). Do not try to vote more than once as your IP address will be recognized and your vote will be nullified." 9.24.06 TWO UPCOMING SARAH MCLACHLAN RELEASES
'Wintersong' - Official message: "Sarah McLachlan's first-ever holiday album! Twelve new classics including 'I'll Be Home For Christmas', 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas', 'Silent Night', 'Christmas Time Is Here' and much more! Also featuring Sarah's new holiday gem, 'Wintersong', plus 'River'."
Mirrorball: The Complete Concert - Official message: "On the heels of the breakthrough albums 'Fumbling Towards Ecstasy' and 'Surfacing', Sarah toured extensively in the spring of 1998. Her elegant performances touched thousands and created the platform for the hugely successful 'Mirrorball' releases. Now for the first time ever, the spectacular closing show in Portland, Oregon is available on CD in its entirety and as it was performed. Beautifully mastered from the original tapes, this 2-CD collection 'Mirrorball: The Complete Concert' cuts to the core of Sarah's tremendous talent showcasing her intimate vocals and lilting melodies in the limelight of the open stage." 9.23.06 CELTIC FROST Death Metal / Experimental / Thrash Official message: "The following are new upcoming Celtic Frost Meet & Greets / Special Promotions for their North American Tour, beginning Sunday in Minneapolis: + September 24th - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue + There will be a post-show autograph session with Celtic Frost at First Avenue. This session will only be open to those who have purchased tickets for this show. For more information, visit: + October 2nd - Portland, OR - Roseland Theater + There will be a pre-show autograph session with Celtic Frost at the Roseland Theater from 7:00PM - 7:45PM on the evening of the show. This autograph session will only be open to those who have purchased tickets for this show. For ticket puchases and other information, visit: + October 4th - San Diego, CA - House of Blues + There will be a pre-show autograph session with Celtic Frost at the House of Blues in San Diego from 8:00PM - 8:45PM on the evening of the show. This autograph session will only be open to those who have purchased tickets for this show. For more information, visit: 9.23.06 DIVA DESTRUCTION’S NEW ALBUM ‘RUN COLD’ Goth / Electro / Industrial "Diva Destruction’s newest album shines with the explosive dance song 'Run Cold,' and expands into new electro sound-scapes with 'The 4th Knife' and her first instrumental track, 'Resolution.' Fans of previous hits like 'The Broken Ones' and 'Enslaved' will love the similarly powerful songs titled 'Rewriting History' and 'Subterfuge.' Debra Fogarty’s delicate and exceptional piano ballad, 'Safe with Me,' displays her classical pianist training from a young age and makes her a true standout among electronic programmers. Throughout the diverse songs, Debra's personal lyrics build and intertwine to reveal her full story as in a movie, uniquely topping off her best album by far. This long awaited 3rd album from Diva Destruction is a masterful showcase of Debra's many talents." - Metropolis Records "I am very excited about my new album and I believe it is my best work so far.
Thanks everyone for your great support!" - Debra (Diva Destruction) 9.23.06 WANT TO WORK FOR MILWAUKEE'S VENUE THE RAVE? Official message: "The Rave (aka Eagles Club) is looking for both Day and Night box office employees. DAY POSITIONS: NIGHT POSITIONS: Apply in person at The Rave Box Office, 2401 W. Wisconsin Ave. (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) between the hours of 10 A.M. – 6 P.M. Monday through Friday, or email your resume to jobs@therave.com. *Please specify which position you are applying for in the subject line of the email." 9.22.06 YOU’LL LOVE CALIBAN Metal / Hardcore Official partial description: "Named after the wild, deformed slave in Shakespeare's The Tempest, Caliban are five German musicians who despite their young age are already seen as veterans of the European metal-core scene. The strange mix of diabolical ruse and mighty impetuosity not only makes Caliban one of the most important characters in Shakespeare's dramas but also the patron saint to the musical orientation of this quintet from Germany's Ruhr region. Within just a few years they have become one of the most important and influential bands of that genre." We checked out some of their music clips and think 'It's Our Burden To Bleed' and 'Nothing Is Forever' are frickin' amazing tunes. Both of these songs appear on their 2006 release, 'The Undying Darkness'. 9.22.06 SOPHE LUX Alternative / Indie / Glam Sophe Lux is a little PJ Harvey meets Tori Amos. She remains one-of-a-kind, however, by having unique stylings and vocals. We're completely taken by her! We highly recommend taking some time to hear her songs 'Stella', 'Target Market', and 'Marie-Antoinette Robot 2073' (a rock opera) - all from her 2006 release, 'Waking The Mystics'. 9.21.06 ONEMILLIONTINYTINYJESUSES Electronica / Experimental / Indie Official description: "Onemilliontinytinyjesuses is you music. Started in the summer of 1997 Onemilliontinytinyjesuses allows tangents to run wild. Cutting and pasting the dreams and hopes of a past childhood with the crippling realties of the present Onemilliontinytinyjeuses creates a little womb to suck ones thumb and wish to be an inanimate object. Perhaps a chair? (You decide)" Onemilliontinytinyjesuses are based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have released 5 albums to date. We just checked out some of their music clips and really like what we've heard. Check out 'Smack Smack Remix', 'Thank You Brodie', and 'On The Streets'.
9.21.06 THE MATCHES Official message: "With 'Decomposer', The Matches stretch the boundaries of what a rock & roll album can be. Perfecting thirteen tracks with nine producers, the Oakland band’s ambitious, brilliantly-plotted sophomore disc doesn’t just move the goalposts with an assortment of loud rock, communicable pop and traces of techno, it enigmatically manages to keep listeners guessing while incorporating a unified feel. Launched with 'Salty Eyes,' an adventurous, chamber rock song that owes as much to The Cure’s 'Head On The Door' or Ben Folds as it does Queen and The Beatles, the string-savvy tune is as flamboyant as it is heart-wrenching. “Putting that first was definitely a conscious decision,” says frontman/guitarist Shawn Harris. “It's an invitation for people to raise a brow and cock an ear.” " - Epitaph Records Read more about The Matches, hear music clips, and see their newest video, 'Papercut Skin' by visiting www.epitaph.com/artists/artist/151/#albdesc . 9.21.06 CHECK OUT KUMM FROM ROMANIA Rock / Alternative Official description: "In a few years time KUMM (= sand) evolved from an underground act into one of Romania's cult bands. Their tours in Italy and Germany gained them a growing European following. 'Different Parties' is their fourth studio album." We really like these guys! Each song we've heard sounds much different from the other... and all have been replayed here over and over and over and over again! Make sure to listen to their tracks 'Different Parties', 'Rest In Pieces', and 'Evil Eye' - all from their recent 'Different Parties' release (2006, Cramps Records). 9.21.06 THE SUGARCUBES REUNITE! Official message: "Nearly 20 years ago The Sugarcubes put out on their own label Smekkleysa SM, their first single 'Birthday'. This release was the start to the splendid career of The Sugarcubes, and impressive releases of Icelandic artists in Iceland and abroad alike. These first steps made by The Sugarcubes have made and everlasting impact and influence on the Icelandic export of music. It is therefor with unbound joy we announce the 20th anniversary concert of 'Birthday' and The Sugarcubes in Reykjavik on the 17th of November. The Sugarcubes will take to the stage for the first time in 14 years. All profit from the concert, with the support of FL Group, goes back into Smekkleysa SM who will continue to work on a non-profit basis for the future betterment of Icelandic music and artists. World domination or death! Yes, thank you! Please take note: Regular ticket sale in Iceland will be announce very soon with the tickets going on sale through a local online site. If you are interested to travel to Iceland to see the concert you will be able to buy a travel package from Icelandair, which will include airline ticket and the concert ticket. Hotel will be optional. All of Icelandair regional offices are putting up special pages for this reason. Please go to www.icelandair.net and choose your closest office of Icelandair. They are open now, of course, it is the Internet!" :)  9.20.06 STICKER FREEBIES Send a self-addressed and stamped envelope along with a note indicating which sticker(s) you'd like. Choices: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jack's Mannequin, & My Chemical Romance. We have a handful of each left but please note that it's first come, first serve. We will update this section as we run out of each kind. Send your 1) note indicating sticker type and 2) self addressed & stamped envelope to:
Babble and Beat 9.20.06 BECK TOUR UPDATES Official message: "Beck has added two more shows to his recently announced string of live dates. He plays Nashville’s City Hall on October 13th. Tickets go on sale today at 5pm CT. Get them ticketmaster.com. Beck will also rock the Tower Theater in Philadelphia on October 23rd. Tickets go onsale this Thursday at 10am ET. Get them at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Electric Factory Box Office, or charge by phone at: 215-336-2000." Beck shows currently onsale, all available at ticketmaster.com. 9/30 – Download Festival, Shoreline 9.20.06 CIRCUS DIABLO Rock / Alternative Cirus Diablo is a powerhouse! Just looks below to see who's in the band! They will be releasing their debut in late 2006. Circus Diablo has done a version of 'Ants Invasion' by Adam & The Ants! "While recording at Matt Sorum's Drac Studios earlier this year, Circus Diablo decided to cover an Adam And The Ants track, Ants Invasion. The track will appear on the band's debut album later in 2006. It features Matt Sorum on drums." Visit myspace.com/circusdiablo to listen to 'Ants Invasion'. Circus Diablo is: Billy Morrison (Camp Freddy, The Cult); Vocals. Billy Duffy (The Cult, Coloursound); Guitar. Ricky Warwick (The Almighty, New Model Army); Guitar. Brett Scallions (Fuel); Bass. Jeremy Colson (Michael Schenker Group, Steve Vai); Drums. Matt Sorum (Velvet Revolver, Guns N Roses, The Cult) plays drums on the record and appears courtesy of RCA Records. 9.20.06 THE CONCRETES' NEW ALBUM ALMOST FINISHED Pop / Indie / Rock Official message: "So, close your eyes (momentarily of course, or the following will be utterly pointless) and imagine this a little Concrete postcard. With the Swedish countryside, in all its glory, on the picture side and these words on the other (in very small handwriting): So, unbelievable as this may sound, we have just about finished recording our third album! (Well, sort of, we have a couple of studio days booked in Stockholm this week to add a few finishing/magic touches but most of it is done.) We have again ejoyed recording in Vallarum (see attached map), in the same studio as where we did our first record. It's a stunningly beautiful place in the middle of nowhere and the only person we've seen since we got here, apart from each other, is the cab driver that drops off our dinner every day. And a bunch of cows, a cat called Pear (don't ask ? partly because she is a cat and won't answer) and a rabbit called Alfred. If the time we've spent here at all reflects in the music, then, well, you're in for a treat! (We're guessing March next year could be a reasonable album release month but will have to get back to you on that one). Either way, it's all terribly exciting and we have a very good feeling about this one. Well, we would, wouldn't we... This is basically what the schedule has been like: 10.30 am. Wake up. Breakfast. Fight over the one available, sad excuse for a shower and remember not to waste any water as the well empties quickly (as we learnt the hard way when we here the last time around). 12 noon. Start recording. 6 ? 8 pm. Dinner break. Try and call home (but fail, there is no reception whatsoever and the phone in the studio is unplugged. Play Tetris. Approve friends on Myspace. Play some more Tetris. Try but fail miserably to beat Lisa in Tetris (she has twice as many points as any of the other 'cretes and she's annoyingly assured things will stay that way). 8 pm until we can't take it anymore (usually around 3 or 4 am). Record/Make magic. 4 am - bedtime. (Tetris also occurs in all plausible breaks. And add drinks as you see fit. We tend to.). Repeat all over again. Glamorous, huh? Anyways, we're just so very excited about things we'd thought we'd send you a note. We'll of course keep you posted!" Absolutely nothing but love and affection, The Concretes xxx "P.S. What on earth should we call this album?!! Well, you tell us. Drop
us a note, yes?" ds 9.19.06 GLENN TILBROOK IS SELLING RV FROM 'ONE FOR THE ROAD'
Official message: "You may have seen the movie One For The Road, featuring me and an RV - well I'm selling the RV. It's a 1988 Cruisemaster and is for sale on Ebay. Item number:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? I'll be sad to see a large part of my history go. Cheers then!" 9.19.06 OFFICIAL COUNTING CROWS EBAY AUCTION Rock / Pop / Alternative Official message: "The Universal Music Store and Counting Crows are auctioning a signed copy of their greatest hits album, 'Films About Ghosts' and a Counting Crows tour t-shirt. The auction is now live on Ebay. This is your chance to own a piece of Counting Crows history. One lucky winner will receive the signed 'Films About Ghosts' and tour t-shirt. Bid now and win!" 9.19.06 UPDATES FROM THE INDIGO GIRLS Folk / Acoustic / Pop Official message: "Hello Everyone, We head into rehearsals next week for the Despite Our Differences tour with a full band: Matt Chamberlain on drums, Clare Kenny on bass, Carol Isaacs on keys, and of course, Amy and I. We'll be focusing on the new songs and also throwing in a smattering of older ones, hopefully a good representation of our discography. We wanted to let you know that on August 31st and Sept 1st, we had two really special nights playing at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA to raise money and awareness for two very special causes. The first night was organized to raise money for Janet McLaughlin, one of our beloved Atlanta music scene community members throughout the years. Janet suffered a very serious brain aneurism and was left with, not only trying to regain her life, but also a stack of medical bills. We came together to help her out. Mathew Kahler started the show, always an Atlanta favorite, followed by Sandra McCracken from Nashville. Sandra is a wonderful singer songwriter with a strong, clear voice and memorable songs. After that, Trina and Tomi from 3/5 Human took the stage and blew us all away with their combination of soulfulness and musicality. Dianne Durrett dropped in for an acapella song, and then Amy and I finished the evening with a short set that focused on new songs. Through ticket sales and donations, Janet took home a check for $4,710.00, which she was thrilled about. On Sept 1st, we had a Writer's in the Round evening to raise money for GNESA. The Georgia Network to End Sexual Assault is a non-profit coalition of sexual assault agencies and concerned individuals that share the common goal of ending sexual assault. For more information about them and the work they are currently undertaking, please visit their website at www.gnesa.org. That evening, the fabulous Brandi Carlile joined us and rocked the house especially with her rendition of Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah. Cara Page, an outstanding poet and activist shared her written word on subjects that affect us all: sexism, racism, war, power, and hope. Katz from the Athens Boys Choir did two spoken word pieces that made us all feel the internal beat of the message without any beat at all.With ticket sales, donations, and the silent auction, GNESA took home a check for $7,681.38; much needed funds for their important work. So, it was great to be home, and great to come together for the sake of the community. I am again reminded of the power of music as a healing force to help mend the brokenness of this world.Thanks to all of y'all out there who help us keep it going." XO, Emily 9.19.06 HATESTAR IS CALLING ALL DRUMMERS, GUITARISTS AND DJS (CT) Official message: "A friend and I have been trying to put some kind of live act togeher for awhile... if there is anyone in the CT (Enfield, Manchester, Windsor, etc..) area that would like to come out and jam one of these weekends drop me a line. The music wil be geared more towards the metal side of things... so if you're not into the heavy stuff don't even ask." _mALICE
(Hatestar) 9.19.06 PHIL HONEY-JONES & FRIENDS Official message: "Calling all London based friends! An event organized by Set and Setting Sons Records... Cutting edge artists display their latest work... Spaceman Sam, Niki Chan,... Eclectic djs spin their tunes including Daztronick (Wireless FM) and Penny Metal (Cafe Royal, Wireless FM). Live music: Phil Honey-Jones plus special guests, including Opus One (Kidulthood)."
Sunday, 24th September We love Phil Honey-Jones! He describes his music as Acoustic / Alternative / Blues. If you are not familiar with him, you must check him out! 9.18.06 EVERCLEAR MESSAGE FROM ART Official message: "EVERCLEAR FRIENDS AND FANS...PLEASE READ!!! I just wanted to drop a note to talk about the new cd 'Welcome To The Drama Club' that came out this last Tueday, Sept. 12th. I want thank everyone who has already picked it up and to urge everyone who hasn't to have a listen @ vh1.com (there's a link on our page) and if you do like the record, then please support us by picking it up. We don't have a major label buying print ads or paying stores to position us, or even radio support. Radio is waiting to see what sales are, and right now it's all about word of mouth. We need your help! We have had mixed press on the record so far, (anyone who has followed the band knows that is nothing new!!(lol) But good or bad press has never really made a difference in the career of this band. The problem is no one knows this record is out there! Please help spread the word!! We are going to tour our asses of in the next year (just like we always have) and break this band (again)... the old fashioned way... by slowly but surely winning people over.
Thank you all so much for your support and comments. The band and I appreciate you all so much. Much love and respect." Art www.myspace.com/everclear 9.18.06 NIGHTMARE OF YOU Official message: "OCTOBER 4TH we are headlining Manhattan's Knitting Factory. Tickets are now onsale at www.knittingfactory.com, or click on "Buy Tickets" in our MySpace show info. We have hand-picked our support acts and are proud to announce two amazing up and coming bands, Blacklist and The Films, who will take the stage before yours truly. Please don't miss these 2 bands, as they are our current favorites. OCTOBER 6TH we are headlining Boston's The Middle East. Tickets are also on sale for this show under our MySpace show info or at www.mideastclub.com . The night before this show, OCTOBER 5TH, I will be dj'ing a Boston party called PAPER, which is at Bills Bar on 5 Lansdowne Street. 9pm-2am. 18 years and older. Come out and say hi to me. I don't know anyone in Boston really. Thank you!" Brandon Reilly. 9.18.06 CAKE TO PLAY MILWAUKEE NEW YEAR'S EVE Official message: "Ring out the old, ring in the new with Cake's New Year's Eve celebration in Milwaukee, WI. Cake @ The Riverside Theater Non-stop action! For the opportunity to purchase the best seats first go to: www.riversidetheater.org/cakepresale . 9.17.06 CONTINENTAL CLOSES & CBGB'S ANNOUNCES IT REALLY WILL TOO Official message: "Today, Sunday September 17th 2006, CONTINENTAL will be holding its last concert: For years, some people have suggested that there was some sort of rivalry between CBGB and CONTINENTAL. It's just not so. We are sad to see CONTINENTAL go. The loss of CONTINENTAL is a loss for the city. CONTINENTAL was a great venue for both new and established bands and will forever be an important part of the history of underground music in this once great city. Sadly, we will be joining them and closing next month ourselves. Whatever you may think of CONTINENTAL or CBGB, losing these clubs marks the end of an era and another nail in the coffin of a once great downtown underground community. We mourn the loss of CONTINENTAL and what it means for musicians, artists and other downtown denziens. We also feel sorry for the new generation of young angst filled musicians and artists who will be growing up in a city with fewer and fewer places for them to express themselves. Tonight, we will raise a glass to CONTINENTAL and remember them fondly. Tonight is their last show. If you're not going to the show, at least pass by and show your respect. CONTINENTAL is located at: 25 Third Avenue (between St. Marks Place & 9th St.)." EBAY AUCTIONS: You can own a piece of CBGB!!! Watch the official CBGB website for future fixture & furniture Ebay auction notifications! Ok. I'm totally tearing up here. I find this to be terrible news - on both accounts. It completely sucks. CBGB's warned of their closing in December, and there have been benefits since, but I thought it would never actually happen. They claim they will be gone by October. Continental gone by tomorrow. - Stacy, B&B 9.17.06 SKUNK ALLSTARS: MUSIC & CONTEST Ska / Reggae / Punk Partial official description: "Every once in a while, a so-called "ska" artist comes along who is effortlessly able to incorporate various styles of music into the genre resulting in the progressive transition of ska music to yet another level. Mighty Mighty Bosstones did it. Sublime did it. No Doubt did it. Frank & his Skunk Allstars are doing it right now." Hear some of their music by visiting www.myspace.com/skunkallstars . CONTEST: Official message: "Hey boys and girls, as you all know, we at the Skunk Allstar Camp really care about you guys. So we decided to call up a few of our sponsors to check if we could get you some free stuff and the output of the phone calls is outstanding. Here is a list of the stuff you can win: First prize is a trip to Germany to visit our release party and stay a week with us here in Germany. Second prize is a skateboard deck with wheels and a skateboard bag from Shit Skateboard Company. Third prize is a skateboard deck with wheels and a skateboard pack from Shit Skateboard Company. Fourth prize is a windbreaker and Hoody from Shit Skateboard Company. Fifth prize is a Zip Hoody and T-Shirt from Shit Skateboard Company. Sixth prize is a Hoody and T-Shirt from Shit Skateboard Company. Seventh prize is a Hoody from Shit Skateboard Company. Eighth prize is a T-Shirt from Shit Skateboard Company. Ninth to eleventh prize is the limited edition of the new sophomore album of Frank and his Skunk Allstars as a limited edition. For the first prize you have to state that you are eighteen or older, otherwise I can't get you over to Germany and drink Vodka with you without getting in trouble. All other prizes are all ages. All you have to do is register to our blog and answer a question: First Question: Why is it so good to have a multicultural instead of having a white dominated society? The best answers will win. Post your answer in the blog posting by visiting: We leave the contest up until the 11th of November." One Love, Frank :-) 9.17.06 BIG CHANGES FOR DE CAPULET Acoustic / Indie / Folk Official message: "Dearest everyone, Over the last year and a half, I have encountered almost every situation imaginable - from blessings to breakdowns, from illnesses to feeling as if I were on top of the world. To say the least, the last 20 months have been an experience. The single variable that has remained constant throughout the entire ordeal is this: every one of you has believed in what we've done, and in the songs I've written. I could never thank you enough for any of this. You're my inspiration, and always will be. There have been times I felt as if I could not continue with De Capulet, and your encouragement kept me strong - kept me writing, kept me safe. I would like to express my gratitude for your continuous kindness. I stand now in the wind of change. As hard as it is for me to say, I say it now out of respect for you, and because you deserve to know. The decision has been made that De Capulet was not the right thing for Benn at this point in his life, and that I will continue on in an exploration of music by myself. I would like everyone to know that I still hold him in the highest regard, and will continue to consider him one of the best friends I could ever have. He has been with me since the beginning of De Capulet, and will always be in my thoughts. For the last few months, there has been a building of stress between the two of us, usually due to issues pertaining to music, or De Capulet - it was affecting the way we communicated, and our friendship. For 6 months, I had been worried about Benn's involvement with De Capulet, and felt as if issues with the band were getting a bit one-sided. After the DJ Rossstar Radio Show, Benn approached me and informed me of his decision to not play music with me anymore. As much as his input and involvement has meant to me since De Capulet's birth, it was a decision I couldn't really argue with. Since the beginning of this project, I've written the songs and recorded the majority of the instruments - but Benn's input has always meant the world to me. It will always mean the world to me. Being the songwriter, I will continue to write songs, and I will continue recording everything I write - because all of you have always been so encouraging. I now ask you to believe in me, as you always have. I promise that some amazing things are happening. Benn, of course, will be missed - but the music will never die." Jakob 9.16.06 THE LIKE Rock / Pop / Indie Official message: "Hey everyone! We're currently on tour with Muse in the states, and we just added some headlining shows for when the boys are off doing festivals and stuff... Sun 9/17 ---AUSTIN CITY LIMITS AFTERPARTY --- Austin, TX / Beauty Bar In other news, we celebrated our 5th birthday the other day in Kansas City!" Love, The Like 9.16.06 MARGIN OF ERROR Industrial / Electronica / Metal Partial official description: "Margin of Error is a thought process that began its transmission in 2002 as people with questions. It has grown into minds being translated through sound and visual technologies. The life you choose to lead is just that, a choice. We have chosen to program this machine so that we can properly display our thought pattern on. Whether you choose to agree or disagree with us is unimportant. Reaction may be our greatest tool of reaching stationary brains and eliminating the weak from our trip. Is this corrupt? Are we creating abominable works? You cannot inject the truth, it is only through experience that you will see glimmers of it and become more aware of fallacies." 9.15.06 THE HORRORS Garage / Punk / Surf Official message: "We are to release 'Count In Fives' on October 30 in the UK. This new version was produced by Jim Sclavunos (of Nick Cave's Bad Seeds) and mixed by Alan Moulder. The track will be available on two 7" vinyl singles and download. One 7" will be backed by 'Who Says' and the other by 'Night Of The Long Knives', while the download will feature both." We love the clips we've heard: 'Sheena Is A Parasite' and 'Jack The Ripper'! *They'll be touring England throughout October. 9.15.06 NEON TREES Alternative / New Wave / Pop Official description: "Combining fever inducing jittery rock jams and syrupy melodic melodies, Neon Trees is gonna make you dance, cry and shout! Taking cues from guitar pop bands like The Smiths and The Cure, synth pop bands like Depeche Mode and New Order and mixing in their love of straight forward art rock/melodic rock influences from Radiohead to Sunny Day Real Estate to Sparta, the music of Neon Trees speaks for itself. Come shake it. Come shout it out.... Ladies and Gentlemen: NEON TREES!" Their song 'Phones' is frickin' fabulous! We also really like their tunes 'Sister Stereo' and 'Up Against The Glass'. We can't wait to hear more from them!
9.15.06 DESIGN ALBUM COVER FOR THE BERZERKER! Death Metal / Hardcore / Grindcore Official message: "The Berzerker gives you the chance to design the artwork for their upcoming album. Due to The Berzerker artist Ivan Kenny-Sumiga currently re locating he will be unable to complete the album artwork by the deadline. This opens up a very unique opportunity for 1 individual. Instead of Luke going to the nearest design company he is giving the fans the chance to show what that can do and perhaps make a name for them selves WORLDWIDE. The art can be any style, 2d or 3d. It just has to capture the brutality and class of the music. The winning artist will have to chance to deal direct with the Luke and to design the album cover, inlay and art layout. The album has a world wide release and distribution with all the major magazines writing and reviewing the upcoming album. The Album is currently UNTITLED but very similar soul crushing music. The artwork concept is still to stick with a new incarnation of the IRON DRAGON. But all designs will be looked at. The Deadline for final art work is October the 29th 2006. Cover size is 12x12cm 350 dpi. This is a one - off opportunity for someone to hopefully go on to have a career as an graphic artist. Please submit all ideas to info@theberzerker.com(try to keep file sizes for submission under 1 meg.). High Res Photos of Luke Kenny and the WORLD OF LIES album cover can be found at www.earache.com/mediacentre/berzerker/berzerker.html ."
9.14.06 BID ON CUSTOM OUIJA BOARD SIGNED BY THE BRONX Punk / Rock / Hardcore Official partial description: "The Bronx may come from the opposite coast to the New York borough of their name, but the LA four-piece share grittiness with that famous neighborhood. The Bronx has managed to clamber out of the Los Angeles hive to realize their dreams. The first offering from the band was 28 minutes of white hot noise, authentic imperfection at its finest, served to the world three times over during two and a half years of extensive touring. It was around this release that The Bronx quickly garnered a rabid following with their unusual blend of 1980’s punk and modern day rock music. Their second (again self-titled) full-length album was released on July 18th, 2006. All basic tracks were recorded completely live, capturing the essence of simultaneous, convincing performances. The record bobs and weaves its way around the sonic landscape, and somehow manages to stay on the tracks, never losing the groove. Now is your chance to own a unique piece of The Bronx -- a one-of-a-kind, limited edition ouija board signed by Matt Caughthran, Joby J. Ford, James Tweedy, and Jorma Vik!" "All proceeds going to benefit the fine folks of LCA (Last Chance For Animals)." Auction winner will receive: One (1) ouija board personally autographed by ALL four members of The Bronx. Auction ends September 17th. www.thebronxxx.com/ 9.14.06 FRONT 242 & IMPLANT PRESENT THEIR SPAWN: 32CRASH Official message: "New project between Jean-luc De Meyer (Front 242) and Implant is in the pipeline. The project has a name: 32crash. With this project we do a head-on assault to punk-rock, no guitars in sight though. A first track can be heard www.myspace.com/32crash Feel free to add yourself as a friend for future updates." After hearing 'Dust And Drought' we are totally psyched to hear more... and you know these guys can do no wrong!!! 9.14.06 NEW MUSIC FROM TIM FINN (CROWDED HOUSE, SPLIT ENZ) The magnificent Tim Finn has a new single, 'Couldn't Be Done', and it couldn't be better! The single is scheduled to drop September 23rd. The new album, 'Imaginary Kingdom', is scheduled for an October 14th release. We can't wait. Hear 'Couldn't Be Done' now by www.myspace.com/timfinnmusic. 9.13.06 DAMIEN WRITES NOSFERATU BOOK Official message: "Dear Friends of NOSFERATU, As some of you may know, I am writing a book on the band Nosferatu from it's formation up to the present day. So far I have completed 3 Chapters, The Early Days, 1988 & 1989. A well-known music journalist friend has kindly offered to assist me with the book once it is in its final stages. I hope to publish this book in Summer 2007 and if I cannot find a suitable publisher I guess I will get it printed from my own resources and distributed by our Record Distributors. Rest assured this will not be an E-Book in pdf format, but finances permitting I aim to produce a small run of hardback issues followed on by a paperback book. I have worked within The Publishing Industry on and off since 1988 working on Trade Periodicals, Journals, Yearbooks & Video Games both as a sub-editor, in print production & dare I use that dreaded word designeraaaaaaaagggghhhh !!! Ideally I am looking for photographs from 1988 to date. Studio shots, live concerts and just photos of the band. Anything considered. All photos must however meet the following criteria:
1. They MUST be in focus. If you have any photographs that you wish for consideration in the book, please send them to me through MySpace: www.myspace.com/damiendeville or by email to: admin@nosferatu.fsworld.co.uk. Please remember to title the email subject heading 'Nosferatu Photos'. Any emails with no subject title will be deleted by the anti-spam filter so I will never receive them. If you wish to post me hard copy print outs of photos, they MUST be on photographic paper. Again please let me know what photos you have and I will let you have the PO Box address to post them to. Thanks in advance for your consideration and help." - Damien DeVille (of Nosferatu) 9.13.06 FREE BETTY CURSE DOWNLOAD Gothic / Rock / Pop Official message: "Hello my pretties, 'Stay Out Of My Way' is available to download for free up until the eve of Halloween which is the digital release of album. Head over to our official website by www.bettycurse.com/site.php, and the track can be found in the VIP section." Note: you have to register in order to enter the VIP area. Once you do that, log in by using the email address you registered with. Now you'll be able to view the VIP area. 9.13.06 RICHARD CHRIST: BETTHER THAN THAT MARILYN MANSON GUY Rock / Industrial / Glam Who is Richard Christ? Partial official description: "The love for music and its power start from his childhood, when he discovers rockstars like Michael Jackson, Freddy Mercury, Jim Morrison and later Gunsnroses, Iron Maiden, Nirvana, Sex Pisols, 80s, Rob Zombie, Placebo and Marilyn Manson... At 14 years old he plays guitar and starts to plan with his old friends but the only thing he always wants is trying to do something meaningful... At the age of 17 he will close his friendships in order to find that inner force that he will develop, contending with the rest of the mass." We love what we're hearing from this guy! Check out his songs 'Revolution Drugs', his Blondie cover 'Call Me', and 'Eyes' by visiting www.myspace.com/richard999christ . He's currently scheduled for several shows in Italy on his 'Jesus in OverDose Tour 2006-2007'. You can also get updated tour information and cd ordering instructions by clicking the link above. 9.12.06 DEVOTIONAL 2006, AKRON, OHIO DEVOtional 2006 - Sept. 16th - Akron, OH Official message: "Spuds, Don't miss the DEVOtional 2006 - Shout It Out! The largest gathering of DEVOtees in the history of Planet Earth." Saturday, Sept. 16th
Special Guest: Performances by: "Also, be sure to check out Mark Mothersbaugh's Postcard Diary print art show at North Water Street Gallery in Kent, OH on Friday Sept. 15th. Hope to see you there, Spuds!!" DNFTF, -Michael Michael Pilmer 9.12.06 UPCOMING SHOWS FOR THE SPARKS
28th September Bristol Colston Hall 30th September London Forum 1st October Brighton Dome 3rd October Wolverhampton, Civic Hall 4th October Cambridge, Corn Exchange 5th October Glasgow, ABC 9.12.06 BEAR COLONY Electro / Experimental / Indie Partial official description: "A little under a year ago an idea was hatched in a empty bedroom with a computer and some electronic beats. At the forefront of this musical journey was the idea of friendship and a desire to be around people who are comforting. The goal was simple: to form a collective of friends who were excited about working on a project together that might never see the light of day...it would be our secret joy to do when we were feeling creative. Right now with nine people stretching across two continents it has become an exciting journey that has not only left the bedroom but graced the ears of many people of whom we never in our wildest dreams expected it to. What we have to offer is simple, music that hopefully will move you in the way it has moved us."
WE LOVE BEAR COLONY! In the case of their song 'The Boy With Broken Arms', they sound like a mix of Radiohead, early U2 and Grandaddy. 'Hospital Rooms' and 'Suffocation' are amazing tunes as well. You must check them out! 9.12.06 THE HUSH SOUND PRESALE & CONTEST Rock / Indie / Pop Official message: "Hey everyone! Just wanted to let you know that the Presale for our headline tour with Murder By Death, This Providence and This Is Me Smiling starts today at 3pm! We're really excited for this tour - especially because we're finally going to be able to play some more intimate venues and longer sets! We are also offering - to anyone who purchases 4 or more tickets at a time - a special VIP meet and greet before the show! Don't worry, we're still going to hang out by the merch booth and after the show... but we just wanted to offer something special for those who are interested. Anyhow, go to https://tixx1.artistarena.com/thehushsound/ for PRESALE! Regular tickets will go on sale this Saturday the 16th. In other news, if you haven't checked it out already, head over to Buzznet for a special contest we're doing. Basically, we want all of your help in creating a video/slideshow for us to project on stage during 2 songs on the headline tour. Something in the vein of what Greta links to in her journal on our official site is RAD! Go to www.buzznet.com/cp/TheHushSound/ to enter! Anyways, that's about it for now. I'm going to go eat some Mexican food or something. and get lost. and climb over fences and skab my hand. Later haters."
- Boob morris.
9.12.06 THE SPOILERS Punk / Garage / Rock Partial official description: "The Spoilers are a punk band from Boston, MA and were born out of boredom, dissatisfaction with the mundane, and as a type of psycho therapy for living in the world. They formed in 2001 and eventually got beyond the confines of their closet of a practice space to have played consistently around Boston and New England for the past five years. They really just want to drink beer, act like children, and make really loud noises. Simple, straightfoward, and fun is the way it is for these kids. Self-indulgence sucks, get over yourselves, rockstars!!" We highly recommend checking out their music clips 'Kicked In The Head' and 'Strike The Bell'. For a laugh, make sure to also listen to 'Groupie Whore'.
9.11.06 TRANSAUDIO Alternative / Indie / Electro Partial official description: "Formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 1998, Transaudio have released three singles and have appeared on two compilation albums." Transaudio's new single 'RESET ZERO' is out now (Red Spirit Recordings 2006). We love their new songs 'Reset Zero' and 'Echoes'! Listen to these music clips by www.myspace.com/transaudio1 . 9.11.06 THE STOOGES CELEBRATE 1 YEAR ON MYSPACE Official message: "It's our 1 year anniversary!!! Thanks a mil for making this happen. We appreciate your support, and so does the band. Next year's gonna be even better with the new cd, the world tour, and more. Stay tuned. For those who just joined us (on MySpace), welcome to the fuckin' Fun House! For those who've been with us since the beginning, clean up your puke off of the goddamn rug already! Last but not least, remember the fallen on this sad day in history. :[ Take it sleazy...and rock like fuck." - The Stooge Staffel. 9.11.06 LETTERS & COLOURS New Wave / Alternative / Indie Official partial description: "Letters and Colours are a 4 piece based in Sheffield, England. They were formed in 2004 as a two piece, but have gone from strength to strength since recruiting live bass and drums. The band are heavily influenced by the Sheffield post-punk scene, which spawned bands such as Artery, Pulp and Vice Versa; as well as The Cure and Joy Dvision. They completed their first nationwide tour in February 06, and will embarking on a full scale tour in October. 'Confrontation' and 'Bigger Than Life' is their debut double a-side cd single only on Dead Product." When I heard the songs 'Alpha' 'Chase The Bull', 'Bigger Than Life', and 'Confrontation' by Letters & Colours, I defintely heard a little Joy Division and The Cure. These great bands are an influence but Letters & Colours also have a style all their own. I'm very confident that if you check them out you'll be thinking the same as I... How fast can I get this added to my cd collection? Check out their tagworld.com/lettersandcolour .
9.11.06 LYDIA LUNCH HAS A MESSAGE "To devastate by language, to blow up the word and with it the world." E.M. Cioran Official message: "Shit...I wish. Is it only me, or has the whole world lost it's fricking mind? Break downs, break ins, break ups, conniptions, heat sickness. Every time I pick up the phone, read an email, run into someone on the street, another mind numbing catastrophe is related which attempts to blot out my hard fought sanity. Right... like I'm supposed to be the sane one. Maybe not, but I still have a desperate need to try to make sense of this bullshit. Maybe our individual personal torment is just a reflection of History's madness. All suffering is about the imbalance of power. And who, when confronted with the blatant insanity that is passed off as the norm everyday, isn't feeling their power, their vitality, their life force being sucked on by the vipers who grin like monkeys from the idiot box while spewing their mind- fucking doublespeak proclaiming progress and victory when the facts scream out in complete opposition. Each and every day the arrogant behavior of the greedy brutarians in the US Government are responsible for the soul murder of over 2 million American prisoners (and uncounted foreign 'suspects' in suspended animation in their highly illegal secret prisons), the enslavement of 47 million mostly hard working people still living below the poverty level trying to make ends meet on minimum wage, the ridiculous expenditure and extravagant waste of taxpayers dollars to fund outlandish wars fought in the name of democracy and freedom, right, like anyone voted on that... Yeah I take this shit personal. Consider the thought of re-incarnation as the ability to dissect the secret history inherent in our genetic coding and the many atrocities which have polluted our bloodlines. Contemplate suffering from an acute awareness, an oversensitivity to geography and the army of ghosts that litter the landscape who have given their lives, leeched of blood by the whims of soul suckers who denigrate life by celebrating death. Pretend that every step you take, every stairwell, room, street, has absorbed the lives, deaths, loves, fears, arguments and heartbreaks of everyone and everything that has come before you and your job is to give voice to this nightmare. If it sounds melodramatic to you, it murders me on a minute to minute basis. So yeah...it's that personal to me. Everyday is either the anniversary of another horrible tragedy, or it's a celebration that we survived to thrive and spite the odds yet again. So laugh a little, cry a little, die a little and live to be reborn daily.
Today I celebrate the release of Deviations on a Theme : a 64 track enhanced CD deluxe presentation which spans nearly 3 decades of independent art terrorism, the goal of which has always been to give voice and a shot of adrenaline to those who stubbornly refuse to go quietly into the long dark night of mankind's perpetual spiral." Lydia Lunch 9-11- 06 9.10.06 UPCOMING SERAPHIM SHOCK TOUR Rock / Gothic / Punk Not familiar with them? Here's a partial official description: "Having once been described as the "The Ultimate Halloween Band", Seraphim Shock is a Denver-based project that is the brainchild of singer / songwriter / guitarist / programmer Charles Edward. In a world full of manufactured bands that do what they're told and chase the record labels "flavor of the week", Seraphim Shock stands proud with it's middle finger raised! From the bands early Goth roots to the Hard Rock'n hybrid that it is today, Seraphim Shock continues to captivate people from all walks of life with it's infectious hooks and dark overtones." Tour Schedule:
10.04.06 MEMPHIS, TN@ FULL 9.10.06 SEE THE PANIC CHANNEL ON CARSON DALY LIVE Official message: "Be in the 'Last Call with Carson Daly' Audience: If you are in Los Angeles, California and are interested in seeing The Panic Channel in person this Thursday, September 14th and being a part of the "Last Call with Carson Daly" audience, please visit www.1iota.com and follow these steps:
* Click the "1iota TV Shows" button ATTENDANCE TO THIS EVENT IS BY INVITATION ONLY!!! Remember, BE QUICK, because space is EXTREMELY LIMITED!!" 9.9.06 KGC IS A LITTLE BIT OF KMFDM, CURVE & DRILL Experimental / Electro / Rock Partial official description: "KGC (Konietzko, Garcia, Cifarelli) is the brain child of three of the most trail-blazing underground artists around: Dean Garcia the musical genius behind Curve, known for his monolith guitars and layered production style, that envelopes you with its tsunami of instrumentation, Sascha Konietzko of KMFDM, whose innovative and unorthodox approach toward production have garnered him with international acclaim as one of the foremost pioneers of industrial/ultra heavy beat and Lucia Cifarelli of KMFDM and Drill, whose vocal and lyrical talents go from provocative to menacing in the beat of a rivet-head lovelorn heart." What we have heard thus far is really, really good. Click on the link below to hear our favorites, 'Katatonic' and 'Ever After'.
9.9.06 THE WEEPIES Pop / Rock / Acoustic Partial official description: "A breath of fresh air for fans of songwriters, The Weepies features two unique voices and one unforgettable sound." 'Take It From Me' and 'World Spins Madly On', both from the album 'Say I Am You' (Nettwerk 2006), are absolutely gorgeous! Upcoming Weepies Shows:
Nov. 25th, Sunnyvale Theatre, 9.09.06 POSER? A QUICK BABBLE "I’m 36 years old. I have many dear friends but meeting new people doesn’t come easily. Try starting a conversation with a stranger you look nothing like in between shows at a concert. If you don’t look a certain way, well, prepare for the snub. I’ll talk to anyone. I don’t care what race, what haircut, tattoos or no tattoos, piercings or no piercings, fashion sense or no fashion sense, etc. If I am at a concert, assume I like the band. I’m going to assume you do too. Does anything else matter? No! You can tell me “yes” until you are blue in the face. I don’t get that answer. I never will. You, the girl from Indiana at the New Model Army concert in Chicago two years back – the one who was so incredibly unkind to me. She judged me on my look alone – one that’s without piercings, with no visible tattoos, with drab hair color, Nike sneakers, a plain black t-shirt, and a smile. She wouldn't acknowledge that I was talking to her as I stood right in front of her. Afterwards, I heard her talking about me being a “poser” as she stood right behind me. She had nothing else to base that poser label on (since she never spoke to me). By the way, she'll never know that I’ve listened to New Model Army since I was 16, that’s twenty years, or that I ran an online fan database for 5 of those years. Surely, she would have seen how passionate I am about NMA if she had given me a chance. We all know how exciting it is when you meet someone else who loves what you love! I am the furthest thing from a poser you can get. I genuinely like all types of music. I’ve been known to play Gordon Lightfoot one minute and Psychic TV the next. I love them both. Why can’t me enjoying something be proof enough? I’m not the only person who experiences this insane crap. I see it all around me. Most recently, despite having this webzine (where if you look you will clearly see I cover all sorts of music), I signed up for the Unto Ashes mailing list - only to get an unwelcome response. It was something like “Are you sure you want to join? It’s not like we’re U2 or anything.” I set them straight and got an apology. But where does this abrasive attitude come from? So, for all you “posers” out there – you aren’t alone. For all you bullies out there – reach out. You may meet your new best buddy. - Stacy, Babble and Beat 9.8.06 KEANE'S NORTH AMERICAN TOUR IS CANCELLED Official message: "Keane have taken the difficult decision to cancel their North American tour, including the recently rescheduled dates. Tom Chaplin is currently being treated for alcohol and drug addiction and will not return to the road until he, and the doctors handling his recovery, feel that he is ready to do so. Tom's bandmate Tim Rice-Oxley said: "Obviously it's crucial that Tom is given the time to get better properly. With the first dates in America only a fortnight away, his doctors feel there is undue pressure on Tom to rush through rehab and get back out on the road. That's why, between the three of us, we've decided to cancel the North American tour. We'd like to apologize to the fans who've bought tickets, but we've done this in the best interests of our friend - which, ultimately, is in the best interests of the band too. At this stage we plan to go ahead with the tours of the UK and Europe in October and November. We'll be keeping in close touch with Tom and his doctors about how he's progressing and we'll keep you posted." This means Keane's following US/Canadian shows are all cancelled." - Keane Camp SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 9.8.06 TRANSMISSION LOW? Rock / Indie / Garage Partial official description: "Transmission Low is dismal rock´n roll. A claustrophobic and captivating universe evolves from the ambience-satiated songs. The musical character is marked by a refined sound of New Yorker rock."
We're totally excited that we have been introduced to these guys! You must check them out; we highly recommend their song 'Devils Parade'. We also love 'Stupid Little Beast' and 'Danger Ahead'.
9.8.06 METRO INTERN NEEDED (CHICAGO) Official message: "Have you ever dreamed of opening your own venue? Do you imagine one day you'll manage a band? Have you envisioned yourself scouting talent for a record label? Start gaining music industry experience now! Metro is currently seeking applicants for our Fall 2006 Internship Program. We have two positions available for Promotions Department Office Interns. Serving as an assistant to the promotions department staff, this intern distributes marketing tools throughout the venue, assists on promotional campaigns, assists publicist, performs market research, and works on special projects. You must be creative, self-motivated, bright and possess a love of music. Ideal for those seeking careers in music marketing, promotion or publicity at music venues, record labels, publicity and management firms. The position requires approximately twenty hours a week during office hours, including Fridays. The position is unpaid, but you will gain invaluable experience, skills, behind the scenes knowledge and contacts - plus free concert tickets and lots of fun! Please send your resume and cover letter to Jenny Lizak at jenny@metrochicago.com by September 15 for consideration." I wish, I wish, I wish... to be young & without bills again! -SS 9.7.06 HAVE YOU HEARD EMILIE AUTUMN? Gothic / Industrial / Classical We're really digging the new Emilie Autumn tracks! Click on the link below to listen to 'Let The Record Show'. The vocals on this song sound like a freshly blended mix of Siouxsie, Diamanda, & Danielle (Dax). Her 2006 release, 'OPHELIAC' is now available in Germany, Austria, and Sweden. "For the rest of you US and International fans, September 22nd (you-know-who's b-day!) is still the date for In-Store and Mail-Order shipping internationally via Metropolis Mailorder, INFRAROT, MusicNonStop UK, Audioglobe, Amazon.de, and many more." 9.7.06 BETTER THAN EZRA CRUISE CONTEST Official message: "Greetings, Ezralites! Want to see Better Than Ezra ... "P.I.M.P. style"... on a cruise... with more than 2,000 other passionate music fans?? Sign up NOW to win the P.I.M.P. trip on The Rock Boat VII! We have extended the end date to give you ONE MORE CHANCE... You have until September 29th to register for the ultimate 'Party In My Penthouse' on board the Carnival Legend January 2007, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to Turks & Caicos and hanging with more than 30 bands! Enter at: Only one entry per person and all participants must be 21-years-old or older. Contest ends September 29, 2006. Complete contest rules can be found www.sixthman.net/contest/pimp_rules.html ." 9.7.06 FUTUREHEADS UPDATE Official message: "I'll be honest, this is a first. I'm currently sitting on board a 12 hour long haul flight, which rather luckily has internet on board - so I thought I'd post a quick bulletin to let you all know what we've been up to. We're on out way back from Japan after doing three excellent gigs - one in each of Ossaka, Nagoya and Tokyo. Thanks to everyone who came, the crowds were awesome and made the gigs loads of fun. It was out first real tour of Japan, previously we'd only been to Tokyo and Fuji rock festival so it was great to see a little more of the country. Other than the gigs we enjoyed a little ten pin bowling (Ross won the git), some tasty food (even the veggies did ok this time) and drank far too much booze. I was the only one to escape the horrors of jet lag - probably due to my super human strength - and everyone else is catching up on this flight home. My penance is the prospect of 10 more (soon to be 'battery-less') alone. Oh well, looks like I'll have to delve into that inflight magazine and disturb the person next to me by pushing past to go to the toilet.
Speak soon." Jaff. x (The Futureheads) 9.6.06 PETER CASE SONGWRITING WORKSHOP Peter Case was in the Plimsouls & The Nerves. However, he has made a name for himself with a solo portfolio that spans almost 2 decades.
Peter Case Songwriting Workshops: "Four weekly sessions-will focus on creating more vivid, exciting & evocative songs. The class will cover many subjects including: rhyming, imagery, meter, metaphor & simile, sophistication & simplicity, harmony & chord progressions, guitar tunings as a compositional tool, & breaking through " writer's block" . Many simple exercises & " tricks of the trade" will be shared. Songs will be written, performed & discussed in the workshop -in what will be an encouraging, friendly, & at times humorous environment-class size will be limited at 10 persons." McCabes Guitar Shop
Acoustic Routes & Guitar Styles: "Folk, country-blues and various singer-songwriter approaches to guitar will be covered in this intermediate level course. Emphasis will be on Carter/Guthrie/Dylan-style flatpicking, Mississippi John Hurt-style fingerpicking, counrty blues techniques, Lightnin' Hopkins, alternate tunings, and many other items from Peter's bag of guitar tricks. He's been nominated for the Grammy awards as a performer and a producer, and has made 10 solo albums. His songs and arrangements have been published in Acoustic Guitar magazine, Mel Bay instructional books, and other guitar publications. He continues to tour and perform throughout the world." McCabes Guitar Shop 9.6.06 UPCOMING ROBYN HITCHCOCK TOUR DATES
September: 21st - The Garage, Bergen, Norway
October:
7th - FAB, Tokyo, Japan
November:
3rd - Congress Hotel, Tuscon, AZ 9.5.06 TRASHCAN DARLINGS' NEW RELEASE Glam / Punk Official message: "The brand new Trashcan Darlings CD, 'Getting Away With Murder', was released in Norway on the 28th of August. Seems Platekompaniet all over the country has sold out the copies they have ordered and our distributor is already swamped with re-orders. That's great so if your local Platekompaniet or other record store is sold out, phone them every day and have them order more! You can also get it at www.platekompaniet.no of course! It was released in GERMANY on the 1st of September and is now available from www.eastsiderecords.de and www.flight13.de . Make sure you order your copies and listen to it a lot as soon as possible, cause the main weight of the set of the upcoming tour will be from the new CD. American and Canadian fans can already pre-order it from www.backstageworldwide.com . The shipping date is set to October the 5th, but if they get enough pre-orders they'll start shipping sooner. So if you really want it, PRE ORDER NOW!!! The pre-order price is of course also cheaper than what it will be sold for later so what have you got to lose? Backstageworldwide will soon carry TD merchandise as well as it's too fucking expensive to keep sending stuff across the pond, so watch that site cloesly!" 9.5.06 SCORPIONS UPDATES Official message: "As we have just a few shows left before we go into the studio we would like to thank you all for your amazing support. The shows from "Fan-Fest" Hannover, through L.A. Las Vegas, Quebec City, Moscow, Athens, Ulaanbaatar and the fantastic Wacken Festival were unbelievable. Unfortunately, as sometimes happens, shows are cancelled through reasons beyond our control. We will, of course, try to find a way, under better circumstances, to make it possible to play for you at a later date. We are at the moment, in the middle of pre-production for our new album ('Song writing sessions') and will then be travelling to L.A. to begin recording. Have a little patience, the album is due to be ready in early 2007 and we hope to see you all on tour next year. Till then, Keep on Rockin'." - Your "Scorpions" 9.5.06 MOGWAI SUPPORT Rock / Psychedelic / Metal
Official message: "We are happy to announce some of the bands that are playing with us on our European tour. De Rosa (Glasgow Chemikal Underground) will be playing form the 5th to the 7th of September and Kid 606 (San Francisco, Tigerbeat 6) will be playing from the 10th to the 13th and from the 22nd until the 28th. The supports for the rest of the dates will be announced soon." - Mogwai
9.5.06 MINDLESS SELF INDULGENCE WANTS YOUR HAND IN SONGWRITING Official message: "The votes are in on the first poll, now head over HERE, and tell Jimmy what instrument he should use on his original song... IT IS TIME TO CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE AND HELP ME WRITE A FUCKING SONG ........I AM GOING TO START WRITING A SONG FROM SCRATCH AND YOU ARE GOING TO GET OFF YOUR ASS AND HELP ME WRITE IT........ I WILL ASK YOU ONE QUESTION A WEEK ABOUT WHAT I SHOULD DO NEXT IN THE SONG......THEN YOU WILL ALL VOTE ON IT ....AFTER ONE WEEK THE ANSWER WITH THE MOST VOTES WILL BE APLYED TO THE SONG ...... THE END RESULT WILL BE ANYONES GUESS......NOW THIS TIME IF ITS GOOD OR BAD IT WILL BE ALL YOUR FAULT !!!!!" -URINE-
9.5.06 WHAT’S NEW WITH XTC Official message: "The Warbles are coming! The final releases in the 'Fuzzy Warbles' series, Volumes 7 and 8, are going to be available for purchase from the APE Web site (www.ape.uk.net/welcome.html) on 25 Sept -- and you're going to be able to get them, or the other Warbles, with extra goodies if you so choose. There's a 'Collector's Album', lovingly designed by Andy, that features his "home-recording memoirs" and a bonus CD containing 9 never-before-heard tracks. You can buy this with or without Vols. 7 and 8, and there will be an opportunity to buy the first 6 discs in the series at a deep discount, if you haven't already picked them up. Though the entire set will be available in October at other sites online and in stores, the APE House is the only place where you'll be able to mix and match your Warbles to your heart's content. We'll let you know when the discs are available for purchase at the site." - XTC 9.5.06 VNV NEWS Official message: "Hi there, We wanted to let you know about a special event we're doing in Los Angeles. We will be playing a special VNV Nation live show on Friday, October 13th at the Das Bunker (www.myspace.com/dasbunker) 10 year anniversary. As it's their 10th Anniversary, we felt it only fair to give the show a bit of a twist. We've decided to do a strictly "classic" concert which means we'll only be playing songs from 'Advance and Follow', ,Praise and Fallen, and from the ,Empires / Burning Empires, era. There'll be a lot of songs that haven't been played in years as well as a few other surprises. There will also be special merch available to mark the event. All in all, this is definitely going to be a special evening. This is the same club that started spinning tracks from our 'Advance and Follow' album 10 years ago and helped us get a start in North America so we're very happy to be a part of their birthday celebrations. Alongside the VNV Nation live show there will be a live show by W.A.S.T.E. (www.myspace.com/waste) and your regular Das Bunker DJs playing the best in industrial electronic music until 4am. The show is 18 and over and is strictly limited to 900 tickets. This event will sell out quickly so make sure to get your tickets early. For more info, please check out the Das Bunker site. Tickets are available online here:
http://groovetickets.com/ordersystem/Groove/eventviewqb.asp? As for other VNV info - more releases are up and coming this year and a new album will be released in 2007 followed by a world tour. All the latest news is posted in the blog on our myspace page so please subscribe to the blog if you want to keep up to date with all the latest news. Everytime we post an update you'll get it in your inbox and the message won't get lost in the oblivion that is the bulletin folder." Best Wishes, Ronan and Mark 9.4.06 SLIM JIM PHANTOM Q & A Official message: "Visit the Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats, Dead Men Walking) MySpace page (www.myspace.com/slimjimphantom) or www.SlimJimPhantom.com for the first part of Jim's latest fan Q&A interview. The second part will be available later this week." Thanks to everyone who sent in questions, it was great to hear from you all. We keep all unused questions on file for possible inclusion in a future interview. All previous fan Q&A interviews can be viewed here: 9.4.06 NICKELBACK CONTEST Official contest description: Fly Away to See Nickelback in Concert! The Nickelback Fan Club, Nickelback's official on-line community, is giving a fly away trip to see Nickelback LIVE in Kansas City, MO! Enter the Nickelback Fan Club September click-in contest and you could be on your way to see Nickelback in their last tour date show performance on Saturday, September 16th. One lucky winner and guest will pack their bags for an all inclusive trip. If you are not a member of the Nickelback Fan Club and would like to join, please visit www.nickelbackfanclub.com. Good luck and we'll see you at the show! Contest Prize Includes: -Roundtrip airfare for two (2) to Kansas City, MO from contest winners' origin 9.4.06 WIN BASEMENT JAXX TIX FOR SECRET LONDON VENUE Official message: "WIN tickets to see Basement Jaxx play a tiny gig to only 400 people at a secret London venue for the UK & European launch of the eMusic Digital Music Store. Basement Jaxx are playing at the launch (Sept. 12th), and you can win a pair of
tickets to see them at this unique tiny gig by going to this site: 9.3.06 NEW ORDER'S UPCOMING RELEASE New Order's upcoming release, 'Community 2' is "A NewOrderOnline Tribute which will be available at the end of October or beginning of November." The official track listing of 'Community 2' is:
01. David Potts – The Village 9.3.06 MEN AT WORK’S ‘OVERKILL’ BY DEATH BECOMES YOU Punk / Metal / Gothic 'Overkill' is my absolute favorite Men At Work song. I stumbled across a re-worked version by Death Becomes You. Check it out by visiting myspace.com/dbydeathbecomesyou . – Stacy, Babble & Beat Partial official description of DBY: "Heavily drawing from all things horror, Death Becomes You have created a sound that is at the same time both visceral and melodic, yet dark enough to let you know that mortal fools need not apply." 9.2.06 45 GRAVE MESSAGE FROM LISA Punk / Gothic / Metal Official message: "To all you beautiful Goblins, Due to a family emergency, I am taking a hiatus from touring for a while. I will miss seeing you and I look forward to seeing all of you next time around. Things will be looking up for 2007. I am still playing bass with 45 Grave. So to give everyone some clarity, I did not leave the band. As most of you know, I will continue to play music onstage til I die. I DIG 45 Grave!" - Lisa Pifer aka: Lisafer
Official message: "Lisa will be doing locals shows. In the mean time, we have
Kenton, Jeremy and Mike will be going out on the road for the up coming tours." - 45 Grave 9.2.06 THE THE . COM UPDATES & 'GUN SLUTS' DOWNLOAD INFO! Official message: "Downloads, Forum, Jukebox, and more ... As part of our efforts to continually upgrade the facilities at www.thethe.com we have begun a trial of our MicroFidelity® download system this issue. This enables higher quality downloads playable on all digital playback devices compatible with the MP3 format. For mutual peace of mind and convenience we will be accepting payment via PayPal or credit card. Our first download in the SHOWROOM is a higher quality digital download of the very limited edition 'GunSluts' single that was previously only available during the last world tour - You can hear a 90 second sample of this track at the JUKEBOX before - www.thethe.com/sections/jukebox/jukebox.html . Also, don't forget to join our members FORUM if you haven't already. Join today and MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD at - www.thethe.com/forum/index.php . You can also now access our SUBSCRIBE, CONTACT, SHOWROOM & NEWS areas direct from our MySpace page just be clicking on the colour coded buttons in the biog section." Thanks, All at TheThe 9.1.06 OUR BABBLE ABOUT THE MTV AWARDS LAST NIGHT Why did I watch? Lou Reed, Jack White, Jack Black, and The Killers, that's why. Please tell me I'm nuts in thinking that Lou Reed was boo'd at yesterday's MTV Video Awards. He made a statement that MTV needs to play more Rock 'N Roll. I couldn't agree more. Regardless of your stance on that issue, who boos Lou frickin' Reed? Also, that white boy Justin Timberlake can really tear up the dance floor. Good going, Justy! "Sexy" is back and I am horrified to admit it. Axl Rose introduced The Killers. What did Axl Rose yell by the way? "I look like Mick Hucknall!" ???? (of Simply Red). It's pretty freaky when you can't even remotely recognize someone. -SS 9.1.06 CHECK OUT SPOOKEY RUBEN House / New Wave / Lounge We're loving what we're hearing from the band Spookey Ruben! We especially like their song 'Born On Labor Day'; it has an XTC meets Haircut 100 style. Make sure to also check out 'Tricky Boy Wonder' by clicking on the link below. Their new release, 'Bed & Breakfast' is available now via iTunes and will be available in fine record stores this fall. 9.1.06 COLLECTIVE SOUL WRAPS UP ROAD TRIP Official message: "The Last Toad Trip!!! Hey everybody...Tony C. here...we have set out for our last 3 shows of the year. Sunday night's show in Naperville, IL will end our 2 year 'Youth' tour. Although we will not be touring, we will be working on a lot of stuff for the next record and maybe some surprises along the way. We will be working hard on both our websites: www.myspace.com/collectivesouland and www.collectivesoul.com . It is my goal to keep all of you guys informed of the progress of the recording as well as pictures from the studio and many other things. Since it is my task to keep you informed....I have a simple question for you all....WHAT DO YOU WANT? Me and the guys will be reading your messages, comments, etc. Speak up and tell us what you want from our myspace and our collectivesoul.com pages. We will then, give you what you want. Thanks everybody...I look forward to hearing from all of you." -CS (Collective Soul) 9.1.06 THE BRAVERY NEWS Official message: "A lot of you have written us concerned about our mysterious silence of the last several months. Rest assured, we are alive and well. The rumors regarding Mike and Anthony being detained in a Venezualan prison are NOT true. After 18 months on the road we have dropped off the face of the earth to work on our next album, due out in early 07. We are working with producer Brendan OBrien, and are recording the album half in Brendans studio in Atlanta and half in various apartments scattered around New York City. We will be hitting the road again in November; we look forward to seeing you all again soon!" 9.1.06 NEW STIFF LITTLE FINGERS LIVE ALBUM Official message: "That's right! New live CD to be released in October, available exclusively at the merchandise stall on the SLF UK tour and online at www.slf.com . Stiff Little Fingers: 'Fifteen and Counting... Live at the Barrowland 17th March 2006.' The CD will include liner notes from each band member. The CD was mixed by Steve Grantley and engineered by John Magner. At this point in time we don't know when this will be available online, so get yourself to an October gig to be the first kid on your block to have it! All the latest October tour details are at www.slf.com/live.htm ." 9.1.06 THIS WEEKEND! HOLLYWOOD SHOWDOWN: ROCKABILLY, PSYCHOBILLY, ROCK 'N ROLL AND MORE! Official press release: Hey Friends! Join us all this coming Labor Day Weekend for our 7th Annual Hollywood Showdown! Southern California's Largest Weekenders that features music from: 50's Rockabilly, Rock'n'Roll, Rhythm'n'Blues, Neo-Rockabilly & Psychobilly! Here is this year's Hollywood Showdown Band Lineup! Night 1 Night 2
Night 3 Other Showdown Info:
Doors Open: Friday @6pm-2am | |