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ETERNAL FREQUENCY Release Cinematic, Sci-Fi Official Music Video for “Step Up”!

by ColetteJosef, posted in Video

Harrisburg, PA based Heavy Rock band ETERNAL FREQUENCY has released a dark, cinematic, sci-fi imbued official music video for their newest single, “Step Up.” Produced by Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland of Atrium Audio, the music video for “Step Up” was directed and edited by Tom Flynn.

“’Step Up’ is our hardest hitting, heaviest material to date and sure to be a game changer. The song screams female empowerment and refusing to be pigeonholed in the industry. The video concept was created from the minds of Emelle (Lead Vox) and Justin (Lead Guitar) and inspired by Michael Jackson’s Smooth Criminal, Blade Runner, and CyberPunk. Emelle and the other members of Eternal Frequency are prisoners of conscience on the run from a yet unknown organization trying to pick them off one by one. The reasons on why they are wanted fugitives is a mystery until the story begins to unfold throughout the video. ‘Step Up’ is Chapter 1 of a fictional three part series that the band envisioned as a short film while the songs were being written. Emelle and the band must find out who is hunting them and why. Or maybe…just maybe…are the hunted actually the hunters?” – ETERNAL FREQUENCY

Download / Stream “Step Up” Online:
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Established in the early spring of 2018, Eternal Frequency is a five piece female fronted all original hard rock band hailing from Central Pennsylvania (alongside hometown heroes Poison, From Ashes to New, Fuel, LIVE, August Burns Red). They follow in the footsteps of acts such as Spriritbox, Halestorm, Evanescence, and others. Blending influences of Metalcore, Hard rock, and Active Rock, Eternal Frequency brings a new energy that is also dominated by vocalist, songwriter, and frontwoman Emelle. In just under three years as a band they have released several studio singles as well as music videos including “Temptations”, “Parasite”, “What Are We Waiting For”, “Head Like A Hole”, and their very popular cover of Queen “The Show Must Go On” (all proceeds going to NIVA – National Independent Venue Association) to the masses and have been reaping nothing but positive energy and reviews from their supporters. They have accrued a massively strong following in the Pennsylvania area and have garnered attention in multiple regional markets.

They currently record with multi Grammy nominated producers Grant McFarland and Carson Slovak of Atrium Audio atriumaudio.com (From Ashes to New, August Burns Red, Erra, LIVE, Galactic Empire, Polaris) and established videographers SquareUp Studios (Lorna Shore, ATTILA) and Tom Flynn (All That Remains, Lamb of God, 10 Years, Fire From The Gods, Metal Allegiance)

As far as accomplishments go, they’ve had the pleasure of sharing the stage with established artists such as Of Mice & Men, Adelitas Way, FUEL, Smile Empty Soul, Vixen, and Sponge, For the Fallen Dreams, Awake At Last, Eyes Set to Kill (to name a few). They also took home the award for Best New Artist at the 2019 Central Pennsylvania Music Awards and had the pleasure to honor Halestorm (Inductees) with their rendition of “Familiar Taste of Poison” at the 2020 CPMA’s. In addition, EF was nominated for Best Hard Rock Band and Song of the Year.

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ETERNAL FREQUENCY Release Official Music Video for Cover of NINE INCH NAILS Hit Single, “Head Like a Hole”!

by ColetteJosef, posted in Music

Harrisburg, PA based Heavy Rock band ETERNAL FREQUENCY has released the official music video for their cover of the 1990 NINE INCH NAILS critical and fan favorite Industrial Rock classic, “Head Like a Hole.” A faithful rendition of the 1990 hit single, the band balances the inherent rage of the original with front-woman Emelle Elizabeth’s soaring vocals, resulting in a refreshed anti-anthem that continues to ring relevant in today’s society.

“We’ve always known we had a pretty singer, now our singer has become the Pretty Hate Machine (haha). In all seriousness, it definitely takes some balls to cover a Nine Inch Nails song, but we think that we did it justice and we hope our fans agree. We try to pride ourselves on creating sonically stimulating material with layers and depth. That is exactly why it felt necessary to showcase our interpretation of some of Trent Reznor’s finest work to date.”” – ETERNAL FREQUENCY

Download / Stream “Head Like a Hole” Online:
Apple Music | Spotify | Amazon

Eternal Frequency is a five piece, female fronted hard rock band based out of Central Pennsylvania. Blending influences of Metalcore, Hard rock, and Active Rock, Eternal Frequency brings a new energy that is also dominated by vocalist, songwriter, and frontwoman Emelle. In just under three years as a band they have released several studio singles as well as music videos including “Temptations”, “Parasite”, “What Are We Waiting For”, and their version of Queen’s “The Show Must Go On” (all proceeds going to NIVA – National Independent Venue Association) to the masses and have been reaping nothing but positive energy and reviews from their supporters. They have accrued a massively strong following in the Pennsylvania area and have garnered attention in multiple regional markets.

They are currently managed by John Phillips of 900 Management (Body Count, Another Day Dawns, and TM for Snoop Dogg, Public Enemy, and formerly Breaking Benjamin) and record with multi Grammy nominated producers Grant McFarland and Carson Slovak of Atrium Audio (From Ashes to New, August Burns Red).

The band has shared the stage with established artists such as Of Mice & Men, Adelitas Way, Smile Empty Soul, Vixen, and Sponge. They also took home the award for Best New Artist at the 2019 Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame Awards and had the pleasure to honor Halestorm (Inductees) with their rendition of “Familiar Taste of Poison” at the 2020 CPMA’s. In addition EF was nominated for Best Hard Rock Band and Song of the Year.

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August Burns Red Gives Altar Bar One Last Performance

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Concert Review, Pictorial, Pittsburgh Event

Story/Photos David Mondine

As most Pittsburgh natives have heard, one of the best venues in the area was closing down at the end of July, but there was going to be a final farewell that would definitely fit Altar Bar’s ten years of service by having a weeks’ worth of shows to make up for the sudden demise of the beloved venue.  Sadly, due to building issues, they could not properly give that goodbye at Altar Bar, but instead the Rex Theater; another venue through Drusky Entertainment.  Luckily, the shows went on in celebrating Altar Bar’s years of service with a fantastic lineup of shows including a Pittsburgh favorite in the metal community, August Burns Red.

It was not too long ago that ABR stopped by Pittsburgh with the legendary Between the Buried and Me on a co-headlining tour.  Now they are back for not just one, but two nights of head banging, moshing, and singalongs at the Rex Theater on South Side.  It was a different change of pace to see them like this, mainly because they pulled out some older songs to play for this two night show for a total of thirty songs in which only five were repeated.

From start to finish, the show was really nonstop for ABR along with the crowd.  Between a spectacular performance and this being the last few shows ever to be played at Altar Bar (even though it was not), there was no way that this could not be a great couple of nights for everyone.  All of this would sooner or later have to come to an end… but it was nice to have a band that loved Altar Bar so much that they were more than willing to play two nights for one of their favorite venues.  With that being said, and with a heavy heart, we say farewell to Altar Bar along with a huge thank you to them and August Burns Red for one of the greatest ways to say goodbye you could ever wish for.

Photos ©2016 Dave Mondine

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AUGUST BURNS RED Film documents entire tour cycle behind 2011 album Leveler

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Movies

Foreign & Familiar, the anticipated documentary from AUGUST BURNS RED chronicling the entire 18-month touring cycle behind their 2011 album, Leveler, is now available as a Best Buy exclusive BluRay + CD edition with a special one-day Cyber Monday price of $8.99.

Foreign & Familiar Best Buy Exclusive Edition:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/rescue-restore-11-25-cd/2728201.p?id=2769424&skuId=2728201
Foreign & Familiar is available elsewhere in a DVD + CD combo as well as an iTunes exclusive digital download.

Foreign & Familiar on iTunes:
http://smarturl.it/ABRFF
From headlining tours of North America, Europe, Japan and Australia – with stops in New Zealand, Taiwan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and more along the way – Foreign & Familiar shows the globetrotting metal titans doing what they do best in settings all over the world.

“Foreign & Familiar has literally been three years in the making,” explains guitarist JB Brubaker. “It’s no small task to try and squeeze 18 months of touring into a two hour package, but that’s exactly what we have here. I am grateful that we were able to pull this DVD together, as this is something we’ll all be able to look back on as old men and remember the good ol’ days. I think anyone who cares about this band will find Foreign & Familiar to be an entertaining and insightful behind the scenes look at ABR on the road”

Already one of the most influential acts in the current field of heavy music, AUGUST BURNS RED reached new heights with the Billboard Top 10 debut of Rescue & Restore – which also arrived as the #2 Hard Rock Album, #3 Rock Album and #1 Indie Album. The album’s commercial success has been matched by critical praise and has pushed the band’s combined album sales past the half-million mark.

 

Fore more information, please visit:

www.augustburnsred.com
www.solidstaterecords.com

AUGUST BURNS RED stream new Christmas track exclusively at Alternative Press

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Streaming
Latest in annual tradition of Christmas singles

Bundled with digital version of Sleddin’ Hill: A Holiday Album
Continuing their annual tradition of releasing an amped-up version of a classic Christmas song, AUGUST BURNS RED are streaming their cover of “Dance of the Sugar Plumb Fairy” now exclusively via Alternative Press.

Hear “Dance of the Sugar Plumb Fairy”
http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/song_stream_
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The single marks the latest in a line of reinterpreted holiday classics from the band, all of which were collected in last year’s release of August Burns Red Presents: Sleddin’ Hill, A Holiday Album.

For fans that don’t already own the holiday album, “Sugar Plumb Fairy” will be added to the digital release, with the track also being available to purchase individually for those who do at iTunes, AmazonMp3, Google Play or wherever digital music is sold.

Released last holiday season, the 13-track (now 14, for the digital version) Sleddin’ Hill features fresh takes on a variety of Christmas classics, such as “Jingle Bells,” “Winter Wonderland” and even “Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer.” The album also compiles remixed and remastered versions of the band’s previous holiday singles, “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” and “Little Drummer Boy” coupled with an updated version of the band’s rendition of “Carol of the Bells,” heard in Frank Miller’s (300, Sin City) movie The Spirit and Seth MacFarlane’s (Family Guy)American Dad.

Already one of the most influential acts in the current field of heavy music, AUGUST BURNS RED reached new heights with the Billboard Top 10 debut of Rescue & Restore – which also arrived as the #2 Hard Rock Album, #3 Rock Album and #1 Indie Album. The album’s commercial success has been matched by critical praise and has pushed the band’s combined album sales past the half-million mark.

AUGUST BURNS RED release video for “Provision”

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Video
Currently in midst of a 6 week headlining tour
Currently taking over North America as part of 6-week headlining tour, AUGUST BURNS RED are ready to unleash their new video for “Provision” – one of the standout tracks from their latest celebrated album, Rescue & Restore.

“I can say on behalf of the entire band this video is the coolest music video we feel we’ve ever done,” says guitarist JB Brubaker. “It took forever to come together but it looks awesome. I’ve never been a big music video guy but the ‘Provision’ video is one I’m proud to share with everyone.”

“Provision” video:
http://smarturl.it/ABRBTFTour4
The band’s current headliner features support from BLESSTHEFALL, DEFEATER and BEARTOOTH and culminates in a hometown show on December 15th, when ABR take over the Lancaster County Convention Center for their 8th annual hometown Christmas Show.

The show will mark the band’s final performance for 2013, a momentous year that included a Billboard Top 10 debut for their latest album, Rescue & Restore, a mainstage spot on Warped Tour, and a forthcoming DVD chronicling the entire 18-month touring cycle behind the band’s 2011 album Leveler, entitled Foreign & Familiar.

Already one of the most influential acts in the current field of heavy music, AUGUST BURNS RED reached new heights with the Billboard Top 10 debut of Rescue & Restore – which also arrived as the #2 Hard Rock Album, #3 Rock Album and #1 Indie Album. The album’s commercial success has been matched by critical praise and has pushed the band’s combined album sales past the half-million mark.

August Burns Red Headline Tour in Pittsburgh on Nov 2

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pittsburgh Event

Billboard Top 10 metalcore act August Burns Red has announced dates for an upcoming national fall headline tour which kicks off November 1 in Philadelphia, PA and runs through December 15 in Lancaster,PA. Lending support will be Blessthefall, Defeater and Beartooth.

 

Fans can purchase tickets and premium bundles including t-shirts, hats, dog tags, posters and more now through SHOWstubs.com/abr. The public on sale date for tickets is Friday, August 23rd starting at 10AMlocal time (check local listings as times may vary).

 

The Lancaster, PA rock outfit will be out in support of their fifth studio LP, Rescue & Restore (Solid State), which debuted at #9 on the Billboard Top 200 last month. This impressive feat improves upon the #11 debut of the album’s predecessor, 2011’s Leveler.

 

Rescue & Restore is a colossal effort which turns a critical eye to the oft-maligned genre of metalcore, leading by example to prove that bands can still find exciting new ways to expand the genre without simply falling into repetitive trappings.

 

In its review of the new LP, Alternative Press notes, “Now a decade into their career, August Burns Red have stated they are on a mission to revive metalcore from its self-induced coma of conformity, and their latest puts the band’s music where their collective mouth is. An immediately impressive work of skill and creativity well-removed from the rehashed riffs and tired scream-sing antics that plague the genre, Rescue is a bold step forward for both the band and anyone attempting to follow it.”

 

“Rescue & Restore is about challenging other bands and ourselves, as well as fans of this music, to want more than whatever happens to be the current buzz,” explains guitarist and principal songwriter JB Brubaker.

 

Since launching out of Manheim, PA, the industrious outfit has successfully transitioned from shake-up-the-field upstarts to one of the biggest names worldwide in the genre. On stages across the U.S. to Europe, Japan, Australia, South America and more, from renowned fests such as UK’s Download Festival to the Warped Tour, which they joined again in 2013 as a mainstage act, AUGUST BURNS RED have spent years taking their music and message directly to fans, and in the process have grown into one of the leading forces in the modern metal scene.

 

 

Tour Dates:

 

Nov 1 Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer

Nov 2 Pittsburgh, PA @ Altar Bar

Nov 3 Louisville, KY @ Expo Five

Nov 4 Nashville, TN @ Rocketown

Nov 5 St. Louis, MO @ Pop’s

Nov 6 Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theatre

Nov 7 Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom

Nov 8 Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

Nov 9 Houston, TX @ House of Blues

Nov 10 Austin, TX @ Fun Fun Fun Fest

Nov 12 Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre

Nov 14 Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory

Nov 15 Los Angeles, CA @ Club Nokia LA Live

Nov 16 San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom

Nov 18 Salt Lake City, UT @ Murray Theater

Nov 19 Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall

Nov 20 Des Moines, IA @Wooly’s

Nov 21 Minneapolis, MN @ Mill City Nights

Nov 22 Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Nov 23 Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

Nov 24 Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s

Nov 26 Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues

Nov 27 Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom

Nov 28 Toronto, ONT @ Sound Academy

Nov 29 Montreal, QC @ Metropolis

Nov 30 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (Downstairs)

Dec 1 New York, NY @ Best Buy Theatre

Dec 3 Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel

Dec 4 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade

Dec 5 Jacksonville, FL @ Roc Bar

Dec 6 Orlando, FL @ The Plaza Live

Dec 7 Tampa, FL @ The Ritz Ybor

Dec 8 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution

Dec 10 Knoxville, TN @ NV

Dec 11 Charlotte, NC @ Amos’ Southend

Dec 12 Richmond, VA @ The National

Dec 13 Baltimore, MD @ Sound Stage

Dec 14 Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom

 

Dec 15 Lancaster, PA Annual Christmas Show (*No Blessthefall)

 

 

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www.facebook.com/augustburnsred

 

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BEARTOOTH TO SUPPORT AUGUST BURNS RED 11/2 @ALTAR BAR

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

Beartooth, the new metalcore band of former Attack Attack! frontman Caleb Shomo, will hit the road with August Burns Red, Blessthefall and Defeater this Fall for a full 39 date U.S. tour! The band released their EP “Sick” earlier this year and are currently signed to Red Bull Records.  

 

For a free download of the new EP and more information about the tour, visit: www.bearthoothband.com.

 

Along with Shomo, Beartooth is guitarist Taylor Lumley, bassist Nick Reed and drummer Brandon Mullins. After parting ways with Attack Attack!, Shomo produced and executed vocals, guitar, bass, drums and programming in his Ohio home studio for the entire EP and now has assembled some of his Midwest crew to form the live incarnation of the rapidly ascending outfit, putting a physical personification to the music rattling around inside Shomo’s head.

 

 

For more on Beartooth visit:

https://www.facebook.com/BEARTOOTHband

https://twitter.com/BeartoothBand

http://www.youtube.com/BeartoothBand

http://instagram.com/beartoothband

 

 

Tour Dates w/ August Burns Red:

 

Nov 1 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
Nov 2 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Altar Bar
Nov 3 – Louisville, KY @ Expo Five
Nov 4 – Nashville, TN @ Rocketown
Nov 5 – St. Louis, MO @ Pop’s
Nov 6 – Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theatre
Nov 7 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom
Nov 8 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
Nov 9 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues
Nov 10 – Austin, TX @ Fun Fun Fun Fest
Nov 12 – Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
Nov 14 – Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
Nov 15 – Los Angeles, CA @ Club Nokia LA Live
Nov 16 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom
Nov 18 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Murray Theater
Nov 19 – Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
Nov 20 – Des Moines, IA @Wooly’s
Nov 21 – Minneapolis, MN @ Mill City Nights
Nov 22 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Nov 23 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Nov 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
Nov 26 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Nov 27 – Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom
Nov 28 – Toronto, ONT @ Sound Academy
Nov 29 – Montreal, QC @ Metropolis
Nov 30 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (Downstairs)
Dec 1 – New York, NY @ Best Buy Theatre
Dec 3 – Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel
Dec 4 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
Dec 5 – Jacksonville, FL @ Roc Bar
Dec 6 – Orlando, FL @ The Plaza Live
Dec 7 – Tampa, FL @ The Ritz Ybor
Dec 8 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution
Dec 10 – Knoxville, TN @ NV
Dec 11 – Charlotte, NC @ Amos’ Southend
Dec 12 – Richmond, VA @ The National
Dec 13 – Baltimore, MD @ Sound Stage
Dec 14 – Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
Dec 15 – Lancaster, PA Annual Christmas Show (***No Blessthefall***)

 

*No Blessthefall

 

AUGUST BURNS RED announce plans for annual hometown Christmas show

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News
Continuing a tradition that has spanned 8 years, AUGUST BURNS RED are excited to announce their plans for their annual hometown Christmas show – December 15th, 2013 in Lancaster, PA.

Following a string of sell-outs in their hometown market, this year sees ABR move into the spacious Lancaster County Convention Center for a massive show that caps off the band’s six week North American tour and combines it with a date on the headlining run of fellow heavyweights EVERY TIME I DIE.

Supporting the two acts are DEFEATER, LETLIVE, CODE ORANGE KIDS, ONE YEAR LATER and THE ROAD TO MILESTONE.

“In addition to holiday releases such as singles and last year’s Sleddin’ Hill, we’ve long had a tradition of ending the year with our annual Christmas show in Lancaster, PA,” explains guitarist JB Brubaker. “This year we are doing it a bit earlier than usual, and we’re joining forces with the EVERY TIME I DIE tour to make this the biggest line up we’ve ever had and taking the show to the Lancaster County Convention Center in downtown Lancaster. It will be the last date of our US headline tour, and a festive way to wrap up the tour.”

Purchase Tickets for ABR Christmas Show

The show will mark the band’s final performance for 2013, a momentous year that included a Billboard Top 10 debut for their latest album, Rescue & Restore, a mainstage spot on Warped Tour, and a forthcoming DVD chronicling the entire 18-month touring cycle behind the band’s breakout 2011 album Leveler, entitledForeign & Familiar.

Already one of the most influential acts in the current field of heavy music,AUGUST BURNS RED reached new heights with the Billboard Top 10 debut of Rescue & Restore – which also arrived as the #2 Hard Rock Album, #3 Rock Album and #1 Indie Album. The album’s commercial success has been matched by critical praise and has pushed the band’s combined album sales past the half-million mark.

AUGUST BURNS RED announce DVD, Foreign & Familiar

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News
Film documents entire tour cycle behind 2011 breakout album Leveler
Exclusive screening and Q&A Nov. 23during “Endless Chicago Weekend”
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After wrapping up a momentous summer that included a Billboard Top 10 debut for their latest album, Rescue & Restore, and a mainstage spot on Warped Tour, AUGUST BURNS RED are preparing to unveil their next offering, a brand-new DVD entitled Foreign & Familiar to release this fall

The documentary chronicles the entire 18-month touring cycle behind the band’s breakout 2011 albumLeveler, whose critical and commercial success catapulted the band to the forefront of the modern heavy music scene.

From headlining tours of North America, Europe, Japan and Australia – with stops in New Zealand, Taiwan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and more along the way – Foreign & Familiar shows the globetrotting metal titans doing what they do best in settings all over the world.

“Foreign & Familiar has literally been three years in the making,” explains guitarist JB Brubaker. “It’s no small task to try and squeeze 18 months of touring into a two hour package, but that’s exactly what we have here. I am grateful that we were able to pull this DVD together, as this is something we’ll all be able to look back on as old men and remember the good ol’ days. I think anyone who cares about this band will find Foreign & Familiar to be an entertaining and insightful behind the scenes look at ABR on the road.”

The band is also pleased to announce the Endless Chicago Weekend event on November 22 and 23, featuring back-to-back shows at Chicago’s House of Blues and, for fans holding a weekend pass, early entryon Saturday to attend an exclusive screening of Foreign & Familiar, followed by a Q&A and meet-and-greet with the band.

Purchase Tickets and Weekend Passes*:
http://bit.ly/19XlOny
*Weekend Pass required for Screening/Q&A/Meet and Greet

“Chicago has almost been a home away from home for ABR,” says Brubaker. “From the Beat Kitchen and Reggie’s to our many stops at the House of Blues and even Riot Fest, Chicago has consistently been a tour stop we most look forward to playing. We wanted to make our stop in Chicago this fall extra special. Certainly looking forward to spending some extra time in the Windy City!”

Already one of the most influential acts in the current field of heavy music, AUGUST BURNS RED reached new heights with the Billboard Top 10 debut of Rescue & Restore – which also arrived as the #2 Hard Rock Album, #3 Rock Album and #1 Indie Album. The album’s commercial success has been matched by critical praise and has pushed the band’s combined album sales past the half-million mark.

Upcoming Tour Dates
North American Headlining Tour
w/ BLESSTHEFALL, DEFEATER and BEARTOOTH
11/1 Philadelphia PA @ Union Transfer
11/2 Pittsburgh PA @ Altar Bar
11/3 Louisville KY @ Expo Five
11/4 Nashville TN @ Rocketown
11/5 Sauget IL @ Pop’s
11/6 Lawrence KS @ Granada Theatre
11/7 Oklahoma City OK @ Diamond Ballroom
11/8 Dallas TX @ House of Blues
11/9 Houston TX @ House of Blues
11/10 Austin TX @ Auditorium Shores
11/12 Tempe AZ @ Marquee Theatre
11/14 Santa Ana CA @ The Observatory
11/15 Los Angeles CA @ Club Nokia LA Live
11/16 San Francisco CA @ Regency Ballroom
11/18 Murray UT @ Murray Theater
11/19 Denver CO @ Summit Music Hall
11/20 Des Moines IA @ Woody’s
11/21 Minneapolis MN @ Mill City Nights
11/22 Chicago IL @ House of Blues
11/23 Chicago IL @ House of Blues*
11/24 Cincinnati OH @ Bogart’s
11/26 Cleveland OH @ House of Blues
11/27 Pontiac MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom
11/28 Toronto ON @ Sound Academy
11/29 Montreal QC @ Metropolis
11/30 Worcester MA @ The Palladium
12/1 New York, NY @ Best Buy Theater
12/3 Asheville NC @ The Orange Peel
12/4 Atlanta GA @ The Masquerade
12/5 Jacksonville FL @ Roc Bar
12/6 Orlando FL @ The Plaza Live
12/7 Tampa FL @ The Ritz Ybor
12/8 Ft Lauderdale FL @ Revolution
12/10 Knoxville TN @ NV
12/11 Charlotte NC @ Amos’ Southend
12/12 Richmond VA @ The National
12/13 Baltimore MD @ Sound Stage
12/14 Sayreville NJ @ Starland Ballroom
* Exclusive afternoon screening/Q&A for fans with Weekend Passes

BEARTOOTH to Support AUGUST BURNS RED on Fall Tour/ Nov 2 @ Altar Bar Pittsburgh

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pittsburgh Event, Tour

Tickets on Sale To Public August 23rd

 

DOWNLOAD NEW EP “SICK” FREE AT

www.BEARTOOTHBAND.com

  

 

WATCH OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO FOR “I HAVE A PROBLEM”:

http://youtu.be/afFT87lA36k

 

 Beartooth, the new band from Caleb Shomo, announces today they will hit the road with August Burns Red, Blessthefall and Defeater this Fall on a two month U.S. tour. This announcement comes on the heels of the band’s debut EP, Sick, just released in July after the band signed with Red Bull Records in June. For a free download of the new EP and more information about the tour, visit: www.bearthoothband.com.

 

Along with Shomo, Beartooth is guitarist Taylor Lumley, bassist Nick Reed and drummer Brandon Mullins. Shomo produced and executed vocals, guitar, bass, drums and programming in his Ohio home studio for the entire EP and now has assembled some of his Midwest crew to form the live incarnation of the rapidly ascending outfit, putting a physical personification to the music rattling around inside Shomo’s head.

 

This summer the band played select shows including a stop on the Vans Warped Tour as well as club dates with The Ghost Inside.  Their headline tour with support from City Lights starts this Friday.

 

For more on Beartooth visit:

https://www.facebook.com/BEARTOOTHband

https://twitter.com/BeartoothBand

http://www.youtube.com/BeartoothBand

http://instagram.com/beartoothband

 

 

Upcoming Headline Shows with support City Lights:

Aug 16 – Wilmington, DE @ Harmony Grange

Aug 17 – Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre w/ Every Time I Die

Aug 18 – Syracuse, NY @ Lost Horizon w/ Every Time I Die

Aug 20 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground

Aug 21 – Quebec City, QC @ L’Agitee

Aug 22 – Ottawa, ON @ Club Saw

Aug 23 – Toronto, ON @ Sneaky Dee’s

Aug 24 – London, ON @ Rum Runners (London Music Hall)

Aug 25 – Pontiac, MI @ The Pike Room at Crofoot Ballroom

 

Tour Dates w/ August Burns Red:

 

Nov 1 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
Nov 2 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Altar Bar
Nov 3 – Louisville, KY @ Expo Five
Nov 4 – Nashville, TN @ Rocketown
Nov 5 – St. Louis, MO @ Pop’s
Nov 6 – Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theatre
Nov 7 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom
Nov 8 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
Nov 9 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues
Nov 12 – Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
Nov 14 – Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory
Nov 15 – Los Angeles, CA @ Club Nokia LA Live
Nov 16 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom
Nov 18 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Murray Theater
Nov 19 – Denver, CO @ Summit Music Hall
Nov 20 – Des Moines, IA @Wooly’s
Nov 21 – Minneapolis, MN @ Mill City Nights
Nov 22 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Nov 23 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
Nov 24 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
Nov 26 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
Nov 27 – Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot Ballroom
Nov 28 – Toronto, ONT @ Sound Academy
Nov 29 – Montreal, QC @ Metropolis
Nov 30 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (Downstairs)
Dec 1 – New York, NY @ Best Buy Theatre
Dec 3 – Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel
Dec 4 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
Dec 5 – Jacksonville, FL @ Roc Bar
Dec 6 – Orlando, FL @ The Plaza Live
Dec 7 – Tampa, FL @ The Ritz Ybor
Dec 8 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution
Dec 10 – Knoxville, TN @ NV
Dec 11 – Charlotte, NC @ Amos’ Southend

 

Jake Luhrs (August Burns Red) Founder of Heart Support Explains Where His Mission Began

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Interview

Heart Support is a non-profit organization built on a foundation of faith; one that desires to strengthen the youth and adults of today. An online community built to encourage, inspire and bring a message of hope. A place for anyone to talk about struggles and difficult issues and to find healing and strength in this community. Our ultimate vision is to have a team men and women equipped in counseling today’s youth and young adults to be used as a tool in prevention and mentoring others. – See more at: http://www.heartsupport.com/about-the-team/#sthash.Iibz6biB.dpuf

PGHMUSICMAG sat down with Jake from August Burns Red to ask him some in depth questions to learn what Heart Support is really all about and where their mission lies.  Check it out here…

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Jacob Luhrs Founder/Head of HeartSupport  Email: jake@heartsupport.com I was raised in a non-Christian family, and this is my story of how God found me. My parents divorced when I was at a very young age. My father moved to Virginia where his parents lived, and my mother, sister and I staying in South Carolina. We moved from our beautiful home in Greenville, SC to the government aid housing in the same area. We lived there for a year and a half, then settled in Columbia, SC where I grew up most of my life. Transitioning from government aid housing into a location with great schooling and a different lifestyle all around was difficult for me. Because I didn’t have many friends and was struggling to find a place, I held onto my sister for dear life to have someone to connect with. Both of my parents at this time remarried and I lived with my mother, sister, and now my step father. Having step parents is a very difficult thing to understand and deal with at such a young age. Now however I understand much more and love both of them dearly. Moving from the “ghetto” to a neighborhood in Columbia caused me to grew through the ghetto lifestyle and into the punk rock scene. By going to shows at the age of 16 I had my first encounter with what I believe to be my first true “desire.” To be in a band, and play music, to express my pain, angst, and love through music alone. I started my first band with some friends called “Smash Adams.” Practicing in my mothers house above the garage and playing small shows around town, VFW halls, and at our high school. I then moved onto a band called “Last To Know”, playing with them brought more experience, but the band that really set me in my ways and pursuit was “She Walks In Beauty.” At this time I was about 18 or 19 years old. It was your typical metalcore band yet reaching heights in our local scene and playing shows outside of my state made me believe it was just the beginning, or so I thought. I would work two jobs during the summers so that I could afford merch to sell at my sell at our shows. My Popa gave me a check to record our first demo. I was truly seeing my dream come true. I was making a name for myself and doing what I always wanted. Unfortunately, I also dove head first into drinking, partying, lustful acts and experimenting with certain drugs. I ended up moving out of my mothers house and into a house with 4 dogs and 3 roommates. My room was the size of a closet! I went to a technical college but dropped out using the excuse that “it took up too much of my time.” I sold my Nissan Maxima for a cargo van so I could actually have a “touring” vehicle for out of state shows. I decided later on to take two classes at the technical college, one being Introduction into Audio Engineering and the other in Music Business. During that time, my band fell apart at the seams. Some of my guys wouldn’t even show up for practice; one quit and the other one would always show up drunk. I saw my dreams and passions falling apart, thus making me extremely depressed. I started going to the practice sheds on a nightly basis, watching other bands practice while I drowned my sorrows in any bottle of alcohol I could get my hands on. At this time I was living with my friends and working for a handyman, waking up between 4-5 a.m. to work until 5 p.m. four days a week. I’d come home to more drinking and partying. I hit a dead end in my life. I was sleeping around with girls and dipping my hands in drugs occasionally. I also had a close family member who struggled with heroin at the time, and that alone was a huge trial and brought me much pain. I have personally never dealt with heroin or cocaine, but seeing it first hand and how it was affecting my family member was a huge issue in my life. By the age of 19, I was struggling with so many things. Not being loved by my family, lost in drugs, alcohol and girls. I had no where to go and no one to reach out to. I started to feel worthless and hollow. I began to think of committing suicide. I thought of leaving all of this crap behind. At the time, I figured where ever I was going to go had to be better than the place I was in! I remember sitting in my seat in class with my head down crying in despair, and asking God WHY! Then the day came that completely changed my life. I was working on a house with my boss one morning and decided to go outside for a cigarette. I talked to the Lord and told him “God, if you are real, if your son Jesus Christ is truly real, then show me! I don’t want my life, and if you want it you can have it, but if not then I’m going to kill myself…” I instantly felt an enormous flow of love in my soul. I couldn’t stop smiling! I was still in the same place, with the same struggles, working at LOVED! I was no longer ALONE! I felt someone cared! That someone was God! I then took on a whole new life that God had given me. He was there to help me, to show me the way, to bring understanding to this mess I had called life. I was the happiest man on earth that day. I truly didn’t have to kill myself or live like this any longer. God was there to show me the way out and to live a filled life! That night I started to pray to him and think of ways I could work on who I was and where I was. I started reading the bible and looking at myself in a whole new light. A few months later I got the opportunity to be a member of an amazing metal band called August Burns Red, which I have been a member of for more than 4 and 1/2 years! I tour the world and consistently build my life with Christ as my cornerstone. Recently God has put on my heart to reach out to other people and to tell them of God’s love for us! It is an honor for me to do so, thus I decided to start YourLife Ministries. I appreciate your time and reading my testimony. There are some things I did not explain through great detail but if you’d like to know more about particular things in my life, feel free to contact me on the “Ask Us” link. Their are too many stories of my life, and if I were to try and type them all out, I think i’d be able to write a book or two! Thanks again and God Bless! “so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ”. ~ Ephesians 3:17-18 Sincerely, Jacob Luhrs

COUNTERPARTS PREVIEW “WITNESS” MUSIC VIDEO AND UPCOMING TOUR DATES

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Video

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COUNTERPARTS have released a sneak peek of the music video for their single “Witness”, from their forthcoming album The Difference Between Hell And Home, out July 23rd. Intimate, aggressive and bold, COUNTERPARTS has focused their energy to mature their sound, calling the upcoming album their crowning achievement. Offering fans a small taste of what’s to come, the music video for “Witness” demonstrates what COUNTERPARTS is all about; intensity in each element of their craft. Watch the preview for “Witness” here and stay tuned for the full length music video, out July 15th.

Already making waves, Substream Music Press notes “While every releaseCounterparts have put out thus far has been critically acclaimed (deservedly so) and held in extremely high regard by listeners, The Difference Between Hell And Home features some of the band’s most impressive work, and exceeds its predecessors in terms of musical depth and precision.” COUNTERPARTS will be unleashing The Difference Between Hell And Home during their US tour alongside HUNDREDTH beginning July 12th. Directly following, they will head home for a string of headlining Canadian performances which begin August 9th and then pack their bags to begin a European tour alongside AUGUST BURNS RED beginningSeptember 12th. See a full list of tour dates here.

Pre-order The Difference Between Hell And Home package complete with brand new t-shirts, crew neck sweatshirts and more via VictoryMerch.com today; international shipping is available.

For more information on COUNTERPARTS:
http://www.facebook.com/counterpartshc
http://www.victoryrecords.com/counterparts

Tour Dates w/ HUNDERETH:
7/12 – Charleston, SC @ The Skate Park of Charleston
7/13 – Wilmington, NC @ Soapbox Lounge
7/14 – Nashville, TN @ The End
7/15 – South Bend, IN @ Generic
7/16 – Chicago, IL @ Fireside Bowl
7/17 – Des Moines, IA @ Vaudeville Mews
7/19 – Denver, CO @ Marquis Theatre
7/21 – Boise, ID @ The Venue
7/22 – Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
7/23 – Portland, OR @ Branx
7/25 – San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge
7/26 – Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction
7/27 – Rancho Cucamonga, CA @ The Nitty Gritty
7/28 – Mesa, AZ @ The Underground
7/29 – Lubbock, TX @ Jake’s
7/30 – Fort Worth, TX @ Tomcat’s West
7/31 – Little Rock, AR @ Downtown Music Hall
8/01 – Evansville, IN @ The Hatch
8/02 – Toledo, OH @ Frankie’s

AUGUST BURNS RED debut lyric video for “Spirit Breaker” / iTunes preorder available now

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Video

Highly anticipated fifth album set to drop June 25th on Solid State Records

iTunes Preorders receive album track “Spirit Breaker” instantly

“Spirit Breaker” lyric video now available

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June  4, 2013 – With the June 25th release of their fifth full-length album, Rescue & Restore, just three weeks away, AUGUST BURNS RED are now giving fans the chance to preorder the album on iTunes with an instant “thank you” – an immediate free download of the album track “Spirit Breaker.”

Preorder from iTunes and receive an instant download of  ‘Spirit Breaker’:
http://smarturl.it/rescuerestore

AUGUST BURNS RED are also unveiling a new lyric video for “Spirit Breaker,” which first debuted as an audio stream last week.

Watch the lyric video for ‘Spirit Breaker’ and preorder the physical album here:
http://smarturl.it/augustburnsred

In support of Rescue & Restore, AUGUST BURNS REDwill return to the mainstage of Warped Tour this summer and will be taking over the Warped Tour Twitter feed (@VansWarpedTour) today at 12pm PST / 3pm EST to interact directly with fans.

Described by Brubaker as the band’s “most ambitious album yet,” Rescue & Restore turns a critical eye to the oft-maligned genre of metalcore, leading by example to prove that bands can still find exciting new ways to expand the genre.

Throughout the album, AUGUST BURNS RED continue to do their part to challenge the conventions of heavy music. Over the course of 11 tracks, the band artfully blend piano, cello, violin, trumpet, various percussive elements and more into their sonic arsenal, taking their music into new aesthetic territory and contorting the boundaries of the genre.

“Rescue & Restore is about challenging other bands and ourselves, as well as fans of this music, to want more than whatever happens to be the current buzz,” explains Brubaker. “We’ve done our best with each new album to try to push our sound in new directions and we’d like to see our peers do the same. People need to realize that there’s not much of a difference between a metalcore song that has a couple breakdowns with a repeating chorus and the latest Lady Gaga song. This genre used to be better than that. It can still be better than that.”

 

Fore more information, please visit:

www.augustburnsred.com

www.solidstaterecords.com

 

AUGUST BURNS RED unveil second new track from Rescue & Restore

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Free Music, Streaming

Highly anticipated fifth album set to drop June 25th on Solid State Records

Free sampler of “ABR’s Favorite ABR Songs” available now to fans

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Two weeks ago AUGUST BURNS RED let the world in on a first taste of their fifth full-length album, Rescue & Restore, via a lyric video for scorching track “Fault Line.” The song stoked the fires of ABR’s rabid fanbase by receiving more than 130,000 plays in the first 24 hours and having since soared to more than 370,000 plays.

Today, the band is releasing the new track “Spirit Breaker.” In addition, ABR is also unveiling a free digital sampler of some of the band’s favorite tracks from their acclaimed previous releases. While “Spirit Breaker” is available to stream for everyone, only fans who sign up for the band’s mailing list will receive the sampler.

Listen to ‘Spirit Breaker,’ Download the Sampler and Preorder here:
http://smarturl.it/augustburnsred

“When picking songs to preview the album we wanted to share a variety of different songs as this album is pretty diverse,” explains guitarist JB Brubaker. “‘Spirit Breaker’ is one of the more melodic songs on Rescue & Restore and features one of my favorite clean sections on the album. It’s not as heavy as the majority of the album but we feel like it still hits hard and has the potential to be a great live song.”

Hand-picked by the band, the songs on the sampler provide a condensed version of AUGUST BURNS RED’s history to both longtime fans and recent converts, showcasing how the band’s sound has evolved as they have developed into one of the most respected acts in the genre.

Described by Brubaker as the band’s “most ambitious album yet,” Rescue & Restore turns a critical eye to the oft-maligned genre of metalcore, leading by example to prove that bands can still find exciting new ways to expand the genre.

Throughout the album, AUGUST BURNS RED continue to do their part to challenge the conventions of heavy music. Over the course of 11 tracks, the band artfully blend piano, cello, violin, trumpet, various percussive elements and more into their sonic arsenal, taking their music into new aesthetic territory and contorting the boundaries of the genre.

Fore more information, please visit:

www.augustburnsred.com

www.solidstaterecords.com

AUGUST BURNS RED unveil first new track from Rescue & Restore

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Streaming
Only days after letting the world in on the title, cover art and June 25th release date for their fifth full-length album, Rescue & Restore, AUGUST BURNS RED are unveiling preorder options for the album and pulling the covers off a lyric video for “Fault Line,” the first track to be revealed from the upcoming release.
Preorder Rescue & Restore and listen to “Fault Line” here: http://smarturl.it/augustburnsred
“Fault Line” is a scorching track that sounds every bit like a trademark AUGUST BURNS RED song, while simultaneously giving hints of the expanded sound that characterizes the new album.
“’Fault Line’ is a staple sounding ABR song,” explains guitarist and principal songwriter JB Brubaker. “It’s a good place to start when whetting people’s appetites for Rescue & Restore.”
Rescue & Restore is available to fans in a number of preorder packages from a standalone CD package to album/tshirt bundles. The album is available on limited edition vinyl in a number of colors as well as in an exclusive vinyl boxset.
Described by Brubaker as the band’s “most ambitious album yet,” Rescue & Restore turns a critical eye to the oft-maligned genre of metalcore, leading by example to prove that bands can still find exciting new ways to expand the genre.
Throughout the album, AUGUST BURNS RED continue to do their part to challenge the conventions of heavy music. Over the course of 11 tracks, the band artfully blend piano, cello, violin, trumpet, various percussive elements and more into their sonic arsenal, taking their music into new aesthetic territory and contorting the boundaries of the genre.
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For more information, please visit:
www.augustburnsred.com
www.solidstaterecords.com
www.blacklodgepr.com

AUGUST BURNS RED to release fifth album, Rescue & Restore, June 25th

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

Highly anticipated fifth album set to drop on Solid State Records
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Band declares it their “most ambitious album yet”

Set to appear on 2013 Vans Warped Tour

May 8, 2013 – Almost exactly two years since the release of their breakout album, Leveler, AUGUST BURNS RED are set to return with their highly anticipated fifth album entitled Rescue & Restore, available via Solid State Records on June 25th.

The album, described by guitarist and principal songwriter JB Brubaker as the band’s “most ambitious album yet,” turns a critical eye to the oft-maligned genre of metalcore, leading by example to prove that bands can still find exciting new ways to expand the genre.
“Rescue & Restore is about challenging other bands and ourselves, as well as fans of this music, to want more than whatever happens to be the current buzz,” explains Brubaker. “We’ve done our best with each new album to try to push our sound in new directions and we’d like to see our peers do the same. People need to realize that there’s not much of a difference between a metalcore song that has a couple breakdowns with a repeating chorus and the latest Lady Gaga song. This genre used to be better than that. It can still be better than that.”
Throughout the album, AUGUST BURNS RED continue to do their part to challenge the conventions of heavy music. Over the course of 11 tracks, the band artfully blend piano, cello, violin, trumpet, various percussive elements and more into their sonic arsenal, taking their music into new aesthetic territory and contorting the boundaries of the genre.
View Track Listing and cover art for Rescue & Restore:

In support of Rescue & Restore, the band will be performing all summer long as a mainstage act on the 2013 Vans Warped Tour, marking their third appearance overall and first since 2011.

With Rescue & Restore, ABR have proven that it is possible to reshape music in a way that challenges listeners, reinvigorates fans and puts art first. But for any fans who fear AUGUST BURNS RED turning their back on the sound that catapulted them to the forefront of a genre, Brubaker advises them not to worry.
“At the end of the day we are still a very heavy band,” he explains. “Rescue & Restore still has plenty of really heavy stuff, techy odd meter riffs, and all the stuff that people have come to expect from us, it just has a lot more surprises along the way.”

For more information, please visit:
www.augustburnsred.com
www.solidstaterecords.com
www.blacklodgepr.com

BEYOND DISHONOR Release New ‘Breaking Bad’ Inspired Music Video for ‘Heisenberg’

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Video

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Featured in NJ’s The Aquarian Weekly as this Week’s Local “Buzz” Band – Read Here

 

*BEYOND DISHONOR is looking for management, label and booking agent interest. To inquire, please contact booking@beyonddishonor.com.*

 

Trenton, New Jersey metalcore mainstays BEYOND DISHONOR have released a music video for their first single, entitled ‘Heisenberg’, today via their official YouTube channel. Watch here –http://youtu.be/BLRfAGgK23Y. Any fan of the hit television drama ‘Breaking Bad’ will immediately recognize that ‘Heisenberg’ is a tribute to the popular show— complete with yellow meth lab suits, greasy cigar-smoking drug kingpins, shady factory laboratories galore and more. ‘Heisenberg’ is cut from the band’s upcoming EP Generations, set to drop in June 2013.

 

“It’s an obvious homage to one of our favorite pieces of entertainment, but it is wrapped around a stronger metaphor – just as Walt perfects the formula against his better judgement, so too are we forced to find and perfect the formula for notice and respect in this tumultuous industry and genre,” states lead vocalist Reese Dunlap. “That theme is referenced throughout the song, and goes one step further in the video, where we are, in a sense, a victim of this formulaic control. It is only when we have ‘perfected the formula’ that we can finally escape mediocrity.”

 

Breaking free of the norm is exactly what BEYOND DISHONOR plans to do with their new EP Generations, which boasts production credits from acclaimed producer Andreas Magnusson, known for his work with The Black Dahlia Murder, Impending Doom, This or The Apocalypse and more. The five-piece combines eclectic styles and ranging influences to create music that is devastatingly heavy and aggressive enough for the most hardcore of fans, yet rhythmic and groovy enough to be accessible to those on the fringe. In a recent write-up, Heavyblogisheavy.com said, “The music lands on the good side of the contemporary metalcore/deathcore spectrum, for fans of early Born of Osiris (sans keyboards) or Within the Ruins.”

 

Drawing inspiration from pop culture, primarily in the form of movies, television and gaming, is one of countless ways BEYOND DISHONOR has garnered fans in the local and national metal scene since they formed in late 2006. Their 2011 full-length, Travesty, is a well-received concept album drawing from band favorites Se7en, Ghostbusters and Full Metal Jacket. In similar fashion, Generations features pop culture references evident in song titles like ‘ED209 vs. The Staircase’ (RoboCop) and ‘What Clayton Bigsby Doesn’t Know’ (Chappelle’s Show).

 

In the state of New Jersey and even nationally, BEYOND DISHONOR asserts one of the strongest DIY success stories in a very challenging genre. The band churns out a staggering 70+ self-funded shows a year— without any label, booking agency, or management assistance. BEYOND DISHONOR is pushing 5,000+ fans on their official Facebook page and 10,000+ on Twitter— essentially commanding the attention of East coast metal fans with each and every post. Much of their success stems from the overwhelming support and praise provided by the many nationally-recognized artists they have supported, including Unearth, Chimaira, August Burns Red, Attack Attack, All Shall Perish, Winds of Plague, Born of Osiris, Suffocation, Emmure, and numerous others.

 

 

This past February, BEYOND DISHONOR won the Trenton, NJ date of the Sumerian Records “Headband for the Highway” competition, which was a touring “battle of the bands”-style performance competition in which bands from each market were chosen to perform on a large summer festival date. As the winner, the band was selected to perform on a local date of the All Stars Tour (this year featuring Every Time I Die, Chelsea Grin, Veil of Maya and more). Specifics regarding this performance are set to be announced soon.

 

BEYOND DISHONOR will head out on a 13-date east coast trek beginning April 12th. Several dates include performances with internationally-recognized artists such as Miss May I, Whitechapel, Texas in July and more, plus a stop at the annual Launch Music Conference in Lancaster, PA. See below for all currently confirmed tour dates.

 

BEYOND DISHONOR TOUR DATES:

4/12 Atco, NJ @ Devlin’s

4/13 Staten Island, NY @ The Full Cup

4/14 Newark, DE @ Mojo on Main

4/17 West Springfield, VA @ Empire w/ Miss May I

4/18 Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar w/ Miss May I

4/19 Philadelphia, PA @ Club Risqué

4/20 Trenton, NJ @ Championship Bar w/ Texas in July

4/21 Woodbridge, CT @ Amity Teen Center

4/22 Danbury, CT @ Heirloom Art Theatre with Beyond The Shore and Sylar

4/23 Syracuse, NY @ Three Fat Guys Bar

4/24 Rochester, NY @ Water Street Music Hall

4/26 Lancaster, PA @ Lancaster Convention Center w/ Abandon All Ships at Launch Music Conference

5/6 Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes w/ Whitechapel + I Killed The Prom Queen

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BEYOND DISHONOR is endorsed by Dark Horse Percussion, Brewtal Beer Promotions and Fakelife Clothing, a company dedicated to bringing awareness to global poverty, and all proceeds from their sales help to fund loans to small business entrepreneurs in developing countries. BEYOND DISHONOR is also partnering with B.A.D. (Bands Against Discrimination), a non-profit advocacy group that empowers musicians and their fans to unite against the discrimination and bullying based on race, gender, or sexual orientation.

 

To download music by BEYOND DISHONOR, visit iTunes (direct link).

 

BEYOND DISHONOR is:

Reese Dunlap – vocals

Mike “Lock” LaCouture – drums

Wesley Ingraham – guitars

Mark Salmon – guitars

Nick Petti (’08-’13) / Bryan San Martin (’13-present) – bass

 

 

For more information BEYOND DISHONOR, please visit these websites:

www.beyonddishonor.com

www.facebook.com/beyonddishonor

www.twitter.com/beyonddishonor

www.youtube.com/locks4lock

www.beyonddishonormerch.bigcartel.com

www.reverbnation.com/beyonddishonor

 

AUGUST BURNS RED to release Record Store Day exclusive split with SILVERSTEIN

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

Limited to just 500 copies

Featuring cover songs by both bands

Currently at work in the studio crafting their upcoming fifth album, AUGUST BURNS RED are pleased to announce a limited edition release for diehard fans in the form of Four Minutes Being Cool – a Record Store Day exclusive split 7-inch with friends and former tourmates SILVERSTEIN.

The release is limited to just 500 copies on burnt orange colored vinyl and will be available at participating indie record stores on Record Store Day, April 20th.
This limited vinyl release features a cover track by each band, with ABR channeling SAVES THE DAY while SILVERSTEIN pays homage to THE GET UP KIDS.
Four Minutes Being Cool Track List:
Side A- SILVERSTEIN “Coming Clean” (Originally by The Get Up Kids)
Side B – AUGUST BURNS RED “You Vandal” (Originally by Saves The Day)

More information about participating stores can be found at www.recordstoreday.com.
 
AUGUST BURNS RED’s yet-untitled fifth album is due later this summer on Solid State Records. The band will be hitting the road as a mainstage act on this summer’s Vans Warped Tour, marking their third appearance on the venerated annual event, where they were last seen in performing in support of their 2011 album, Leveler.

With four successful albums under their belts and their fifth album – which guitarist JB Brubaker has described as the band’s “most ambitious album yet” – forthcoming, AUGUST BURNS RED have successfully earned veteran status. One of the leading forces in the modern metal scene, the Manheim, PA-based quintet has breathed new life into the metalcore genre over the course of their almost decade-long career, successfully transitioning from shake-up-the-field upstarts to one of the biggest names worldwide in the genre.

For more information, please visit:
www.augustburnsred.com
www.solidstaterecords.com
www.blacklodgepr.com

AUGUST BURNS RED heading to studio to record fifth album

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

ollowing two monstrous years that saw AUGUST BURNS RED release multiple albums – 2011’s Leveler and 2012’s holiday album, Sleddin’ Hill – headline tours of North and South America, Europe, Japan, Australia and more, the Manheim, PA-based quintet is back at it. Beginning next week the band will hit the studio to start recording their fifth full-length album (holiday releases notwithstanding), due out later this year.

“2012 turned out to be quite intense for us from a touring standpoint,” says guitarist JB Brubaker. “We did more traveling than we had ever previously done in our career and after three straight months on the road to end the year I think we were all ready to come home and shift into writing/recording mode. Now that the writing is complete we are all itching to get started with the actual tracking.”

Eschewing the trend towards big-name producers, ABR has opted to keep in the family for the forthcoming effort, reteaming with Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland of Atrium Audio – the same hometown studio where the band recorded last year’s fan-favorite holiday album, Sleddin’ Hill. The forthcoming album promises to be AUGUST BURNS RED’s most adventurous and exciting work to date – no small feat for a band that has constantly reinvigorated the genre over the course of its career.

“This new record will push the boundaries of our genre more than we ever have before,” Brubaker continues excitedly. “We set out to write a record where every song stands out from the last. There is a lot of ground covered here and a ton of meat to this album. It’s full of odd metered rhythms and breakdowns, unexpected twists and turns, and some of our most technical riffing to date. Each of us have parts that make our heads spin and we have had to practice like crazy to get some of this stuff together. I know we always say this, but this will be our most ambitious album yet.”

The band was recently announced as a mainstage act on this summer’s Vans Warped Tour, marking their third appearance on the venerated annual event, where they were last seen in 2011 performing in support of Leveler.

Already among the most respected acts in the genre, AUGUST BURNS RED solidified their status further with the June 2011 release of their fourth studio album, Leveler, which rocketed to the top of the Billboard charts – debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200 in addition to entering the charts as the #1 Hard Rock album and #2 Rock album. Adding to the stellar debut is the incredible durability and staying power Leveler has displayed, having become the band’s fastest selling album to date by a significant margin.

With four successful albums under their belts and the as-of-yet untitled fifth due out later this year, AUGUST BURNS RED have successfully earned veteran status. One of the leading forces in the modern metal scene, the Manheim, PA-based quintet has breathed new life into the metalcore genre over the course of their almost decade-long career, successfully transitioning from shake-up-the-field upstarts to one of the biggest names worldwide in the genre.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.augustburnsred.com
http://www.solidstaterecords.com
http://www.blacklodgepr.com

UPCOMING TOUR DATES:

4/15 West Chester PA @ The Note
4/19 Herford Germany @ Club X
4/20 Leipzig Germany
@ Impericon Fest
4/21 Wurzburg Germany @ Posthalle
4/23 Bochum Germany @ Matrix
4/24 Munich Germany
@ Backstage Werk
4/25 Stuttgart Germany
@ LKA-Longhorn
4/26 Wien Austria @ Impericon Fest
4/27 Zurich Switzerland @ Loudfest
4/28 Meerhout Belgium
@ Groezrock

VANS WARPED TOUR 2013
6/15 Seattle WA
@ White River Amphitheater
6/16 Portland OR
@ Portland Expo Ctr
6/19 San Deigo CA
@ Cricket Wireless Amphitheater
6//20 Pomona CA
@ Pomona Fairplex
6/21 Pomona CA
@ Pomona Fairplex
6/22 Mountain View CA
@ Shoreline Amphitheater
6/26 Lax Cruces NM
@ NMSU Practice Field
6/27 Phoenix AZ @ Quail Run Park
6/28 Las Vegas NV @ TBD
6/29 Salt Lake City UT
@ Utah State Fairpark
6/30 Denver CO
@ Sports Authority Field at Mile High
7/3 Indianapolis IN
@ Klipisch Music Ctr
7/5 Toronto ON
@ Molson Canadian Amphitheater
7/6 Buffalo NY
@ Darien Lake Performing Arts Ctr
7/7 Holmdel NJ
@ PNC Bank Arts Ctr
7/9 Virginia Beach VA @ Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
7/10 Washington DC
@ Merriweather Post Pavillion
7/11 Boston MA @ Comcast Center
7/12 Camden NJ
@ Susquehanna Bank Ctr
7/13 New York NY
@ Nassau Memorial Coliseum
7/14 Hartford CT
@ Comcast Theater
7/16 Scranton PA @ Toyota Pavillion
7/17 Pittsburgh PA
@ First Niagra Pavillion
7/18 Cleveland OH
@ Blossom Music Ctr
7/19 Detroit MI
@ Palace of Auburn Hills
7/20 Chicago IL
@ First Midwest Bank Amphitheater
7/21 Minneapolis MN
@ Canterbury Park
7/23 Kansas City KS
@ Cricket Wireless Amphitheater
7/24 St Louis MO
@ Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
7/25 Atlanta GA @ Aaron’s Amphitheater at Lakewood
7/26 Tampa FL @ Vinoy Park
7/27 West Palm Beach FL
@ Cruzan Amphitheater
7/28 Orlando FL
@ Central Florida Fairgrounds
7/29 Charlotte NC
@ Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
7/30 Cincinnati OH
@ Reiverbend Music Center
7/31 Milwaukee WI
@ Marcus Amphitheater
8/2 Dallas TX
@ Gexa Energy Pavillion
8/3 San Antonio TX @ AT&T Center
8/4 Houston TX @ Reliant Center

MY HEART TO FEAR Release Lyric Video for “Dear Mr. White”

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Video

Pennsylvania metalers MY HEART TO FEAR are set to release their Solid State Records debut, Lost Between Brilliance and Insanity, December 4th. Through a partnership with Hot Topic, physical copies of the release will be exclusively found in any of the chain’s more than 600 stores, while the digital release will hit all traditional digital outlets.

Building anticipation for the EP, the band has released a lyric video for “Dear Mr. White,” a track that represents the band’s approach on Lost Between… – technical riffs, swaggering vocals and sky-high choruses, elements that helped MY HEART TO FEAR build its fervent fanbase over several self-released efforts.

The Williamsport, PA-based act hails from the same geographic region and musical circles that spawned a number of metalcore successes in recent years – most notably genre giants AUGUST BURNS RED, in addition to the likes of TEXAS IN JULY (Equal Vision) and THIS OR THE APOCALYPSE (eOne Entertainment). While a less confident band may look to steal a page or two out of those artists’ playbooks, MY HEART TO FEAR are intent on forging their own sound.

“When we write music we don’t stick to any one formula,” explains vocalist Trevor Pool. “We don’t write to please a certain group of people or to fit into specific genres. Nor do we sit down with a preconceived idea of what a song should or should not sound like. Instead we allow the music itself to reveal subconscious and spiritual paths. Rather than deriving inspiration solely from music, we find influence in the world around us and aim to transpose these non-musical entities into the musical aspects of a song.”

For MY HEART TO FEAR, their music and their career are built on four pillars of support that have helped the band push on and persevere: Family. Faith. Pride. Brotherhood. It’s a saying that has become something of a mantra for the band and demonstrates their belief that, for as much as they believe in their own abilities, they wouldn’t be where they are without the support of others.

Affiance launch music video for “Kings Of Deceit” / New album “The Campaign” out Nov 13/ Live in Pittsburgh 12/12

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Pittsburgh Event, Video

Affiance (Cleveland, OH) are excited to show the world their first music video off their upcoming album “The Campaign”! The video is for the opening track “Kings Of Deceit” and shows the band performing as well as newsworthy moments from the last few decades. The song also features Dustin Davidson from August Burns Red (courtesy of Solid State) who gives a great vocal performance!

“We were really excited to do a serious and dark video since our biggest video is us running around in our pajamas and playing a video game. This video is for the first track on the album and we wanted to start ‘The Campaign’ off by calling out the media and the powerful who orchestrate and manipulate the biggest events throughout modern history. It also shows a different side of us than our ‘Call To The Warrior’ video. You know us as easy going, good time dudes, but we are also dead serious about making positive change in the world around us.” – Dennis Tvrdik (Vocals)

Hot off the heels of their newest single “You WIll Be Replaced”, the band is gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated full length album “The Campaign” due out on Bullet Tooth on November 13, 2012. The album was produced by Carson Slovak at Atrium Audio who has recently finished records for August Burns Red, Texas In July, and more! The new song is an absolute behemoth (and hit #6 on the iTunes Metal Chart!) and will no doubt hold fans over until their sophomore album “The Campaign” is released. The new song “You WIll Be Replaced” can be downloaded at iTunes, Amazon, LastFM, eMusic and Rhapsody, and streamed at Spotify!

Singer Dennis Tvrdik commented on the upcoming album, “The Campaign is multiple levels above No Secret Revealed in every area. The vocals, the drums, the guitars, the recording quality, the song structure, the variety… We couldn’t be happier or more confident with a sophomore album. It almost feels like we skipped a release between the two albums! There is not a doubt in my mind that this will be a game changer for us and will open many doors to opportunities otherwise closed off from us.”

Affiance recently appeared AS A CARTOON (yes, a cartoon) in a new interview with South Africa’s MK Ondergrond! The interview appeared on national SA television but can be seen on YouTube along with recent interviews with In Flames and The Used. Singer Dennis Tvrdik talks about their hometown of Cleveland, the metal and hardcore scenes, touring, music videos, and more. Check it out!

The guys launched their new music video for “Nostra Culpa” this Spring and it is available on YouTube! The video showcases the band doing what they do best, and that is performing LIVE. Check them out in front of a packed headlining set at Peabody’s in their hometown of Cleveland! Of course if you haven’t seen their groundbreaking music video for “Call To The Warrior” (650,000+ views), you need to watch it immediately!

Affiance have recently wrapped up US tours with Memphis May Fire, Close Your Eyes, Serianna, Modern Day Escape, The Color Morale, Stray From The Path, Vanna, This Or The Apocalypse and Deception Of A Ghost. Their debut album “No Secret Revealed” is out now on Bullet Tooth.

Affiance headline Record Release shows:

Nov 08 – Buffalo, NY – Xtreme Wheels
Nov 09 – Cleveland, OH – Peabodys
Nov 10 – Jamestown, NY – Gateway Center
Nov 11 – Indianapolis, IN – The Hoosier Dome
Nov 12 – Plainfield, IL – Live 59
Nov 13 – St Louis, MO – Fubar
Nov 14 – Norman, OK – The Castle
Nov 15 – Houston, TX – The Engine Room

Affiance w/ Everyone Dies In Utah, Deception Of A Ghost, Sirens & Sailors:

Nov 16 – Fort Worth, TX – Tomcats West
Nov 17 – Wichita, KS – The Scenery
Nov 18 – Denver, CO – Ichi’s Pit
Nov 19 – Pocatello, ID – The Elks Lodge
Nov 20 – Walla Walla, WA – Jumpin Jelly Beanz
Nov 21 – Tacoma, WA – The Loch’s
Nov 22 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
Nov 23 – Medford, OR – The Wreckroom
Nov 24 – Orangevale, CA – Boardwalk
Nov 25 – Santa Ana, CA – The Pirate Bar
Nov 26 – West Hollywood, CA – Whisky A Go Go
Nov 28 – Las Vegas, NV – The Box Office
Nov 29 – Tempe, AZ – Rocky Point Cantina
Nov 30 – El Paso, TX – The Spot
Dec 01 – Roswell, NM – The Unity Center
Dec 02 – San Antonio, TX – Korova

Affiance w/ Deception Of A Ghost, Sirens & Sailors:

Dec 03 – Austin, TX – Dirty Dog Bar
Dec 05 – Little Rock, AR – Downtown Music Hall
Dec 06 – Birmingham, AL – The Nick
Dec 08 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
Dec 09 – Winston-Salem, NC – Ziggy’s
Dec 11 – Charlotte, NC – Treamont Music Hall
Dec 12 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Smiling Moose
Dec 13 – Towson, MD – Recher Theater
Dec 14 – Middletown, NY – Sound Asylum

ELYSION FIELDS sign with Innerstrength Records

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

Innerstrength Records is pleased to announce the latest addition to its already impressive stable of artists: Chicago metal road warriors ELYSION FIELDS, whose debut full-length album New Beginnings is slated for release on February 12, 2013.

As metal fans with an eye on the underground already know, ELYSION FIELDS have spent the past few years pummeling the live scene as one of the genre’s worst-kept secrets, making their presence known on stages alongside marquee names like AUGUST BURNS RED, MYCHILDREN MYBRIDE, WE CAME AS ROMANS, MISERY INDEX and more. The band increased its profile by storming SXSW, where it played four showcases including the main stage at the heralded Full Metal Texas party.

On a clear trajectory as a burgeoning metal powerhouse, ELYSION FIELDS are taking the next logical step by launching a partnership with Innerstrength for the release of New Beginnings.

“We are very excited to be a part of the Innerstrength family. Since the beginning they have been very transparent about everything, and that is how business with a label should be done,” says vocalist Chris Fernandez.

“Building a team around your band is an integral part to being successful,” adds guitarist and vocalist Josh Woods. “So many artists are quick to sign a contract with a label that doesn’t even market their tours or promote their artists. Jason at Innerstrength was able to do just that while at the same time remaining open to what we want to do in regards to moving forward with both music creation and all business aspects.”

Followers of the band already revere ELYSION FIELDS for its uncompromising, honest take on savage metal music and its uncannily seasoned-sounding approach to songwriting that appeals to fans of AUGUST BURNS RED, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA and AS I LAY DYING while carving out a niche entirely its own. Its a signature sound the band has been trotting out in a series of often surprising cover songs, including its most recent release, a take on PSY’s “Gangnam Style” that has racked up more than 43,000 views in six weeks.

On New Beginnings, ELYSION FIELDS takes that sound in bold new directions in the first of what is sure to be many landmark moments in the career of this exciting young band.

“With this album, we really wanted to touch on many different aspects of not only metal, but music in general, that we could. We use lots of guitar solos, breakdowns, and odd time signatures that are all staples of classic metal, but we also take pride in our carefully crafted choruses and melodic sections that really round out the songs,” says guitarist Scott Georgeson.

“We are all extremely proud of the music that we have put together on New Beginnings, and we are happy to be releasing this record with Innerstrength,” Fernandez adds. “This is just another dream come true for us and definitely is a new beginning for the band.”

Catch ELYSION FIELDS on tour throughout the eastern U.S. with THE PARAMEDIC (Bullet Tooth Records) starting October 26. Following that, the band will embark on a run with It Lies Within (Luxor), culminating with a performance at OutRage Festival in Tyler, TX alongside THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS, HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS and many more.

www.elysionfields.net

Crossfaith Announces New EP

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Video

Japan – November 2006. CROSSFAITH are born.

Unique in their home country of Japan, CROSSFAITH combine metalcore, hardcore, samples and electronica to create groundbreaking music that transcends genres. Their 2009 debut album ‘The Artificial Theory For The Dramatic Beauty’ (Zestone Records) served as the catalyst which kick-started the Japanese screamo / metalcore scene and they have been at the top of their game ever since.

It didn’t take long for the bug to catch – soon after their debut release the band found themselves opening for a diverse set of acts such as Machine Head, Hatebreed, August burns Red, Piece The Veil, blessthefall and Alesana to name but a few before playing to thousands of fans at the prestigious Loud Park Festival in Japan.2010 saw the phenomenon spread west – ‘The Artificial Theory…’ received a European release on Gan-Shin records and was met with critical acclaim throughout. With an unstoppable work ethic the band hit the studio to record their sophomore release ‘The Dream, The Space’ with producer Andrew Wade (who’s credits include A Day To Remember). Released in Japan in April 2011, the band took to the road to promote the record, playing to 10,000 fans at Summer Sonic festival which helped garner interest from infamous US label Tragic Hero. Soon the band toured outside of Japan for the first time, opening for Parkway Drive across China and Alesana in South Asia.

After blowing crowds away on their debut UK tour in support of ‘Of Mice & Men’, the band return to the UK on November 10th as part of the Vans Warped Tour at London’s Alexandra Palace – while in the meantime making their mark in the rest of the World.

Crossfaith now prepare to release their brand new ‘Zion’ EP Worldwide.

Recorded with the legendary ‘Machine’ (Lamb of God/Everytime I Die/Four Year Strong) in New York; ‘Zion’ features 6 tracks of breakneck, electro-infused energy and invention.

Lead track ‘Monolith’ has already got fans salivating, with BBC Radio 1 tastemaker Zane Lowe proclaiming the track as his ‘next hype’.

AUGUST BURNS RED stream ‘Flurries’

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Streaming

AUGUST BURNS RED are once again pleased to spread some pre-holiday cheer with the release of “Sleigh Ride,” the second new track from their upcoming Christmas album: August Burns Red presents: Sleddin’ Hill, A Holiday Album – in stores October 9th from Solid State Records.

Last month, the band gave fans a sneak peek at the album with “Flurries,” one of two original compositions on the album. After dazzling fans with what is sure to be a future holiday classic, ABR are now giving the world a taste of their crushing take on the traditional holiday songbook.

“’Sleigh Ride’ was the last song to come together for Sleddin’ Hill’ and one of the trickier songs to cover due to its crazy structure and various key changes,” says guitarist JB Brubaker. “The original song is all over the place and so is our version. ‘Sleigh Ride’ is a complete roller coaster – there is even a jazz section in the middle complete with horns. The end reminds me of a rock n roll dance party in the 1960s. I don’t know what else to say – you just have to listen to it.”

Listen to “Sleigh Ride” and pre-order Sleddin’ Hill here:
www.augustburnsred.com

Purchase the single on iTunes now:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sleigh-ride-single/id556095102?uo=4

The 13-track Sleddin’ Hill features fresh takes on a variety of Christmas classics, such as “Jingle Bells,” “Winter Wonderland” and even “Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer.” The album also compiles remixed and remastered versions of the band’s previous holiday singles, “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” and “Little Drummer Boy” coupled with an updated version of the band’s rendition of “Carol of the Bells,” heard in Frank Miller’s (300, Sin City) movie The Spirit and Seth MacFarlane’s (Family Guy) American Dad.

Sleddin’ Hill finds AUGUST BURNS RED at what might be their most ambitious and creative yet. It’s a work that enhances the guitar and drum mastery the band are known for by adding unexpected elements such as banjo, violin, cello, piano and even horns.
“Because this was such a different type of album, I was able to get a little more wild with my influences,” confesses Brubaker. “There’s a section inspired by one of my favorite bands, BEIRUT. There’s also guitar solo that is an ode to Blue Album-era WEEZER, and my punk roots are evident all over the album.”

AUGUST BURNS RED are currently in the midst of a five-week, 30-city North American tour with support from OF MICE & MEN, THE COLOR MORALE and labelmates THE OVERSEER, before heading back to Europe where they’ll hit 12 countries in four weeks.

Already among the most respected acts in the genre, AUGUST BURNS RED solidified their status further with the June 2011 release of their fourth studio album, Leveler, which rocketed to the top of the Billboard charts – debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200 in addition to entering the charts as the #1 Hard Rock album and #2 Rock album. Adding to the stellar debut is the incredible durability and staying power Leveler has displayed, having become the band’s fastest selling album to date by a large margin.

Following two albums that have topped 100,000 apiece in sales (2009’s Constellations and 2007’s Messengers), Leveler is on pace to set a new high-bar for AUGUST BURNS RED, adding commercial success to the critical praise the album has garnered from the likes of Alternative Press, Revolver, Rock Sound and dozens of other outlets. The album pushes the band’s sonic boundaries in every direction, yet emerges as an unquestionably heavier album than its predecessor. It’s a game-changer, for ABR, and for fans of hard rock everywhere.

AUGUST BURNS RED announce holiday album details

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

After releasing an amped-up cover of a holiday classic in each of the past four years, genre giants AUGUST BURNS RED are officially announcing details on their oft-rumored full-length Christmas album: August Burns Red presents: Sleddin’ Hill, A Holiday Album.

The 13-track release features not only fresh takes on classics such as “Jingle Bells,” “Winter Wonderland” and even “Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer,” but also original compositions that are destined to become future headbanging holiday favorites. The album also compiles remixed and remastered versions of the band’s previous holiday hits, like “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” and “Little Drummer Boy.” Rounding out the collection is an updated version of the band’s rendition of “Carol of the Bells,” heard in Frank Miller’s (300, Sin City) movie The Spirit and Seth MacFarlane’s (Family Guy) American Dad.

“The idea of doing a full Christmas album has been floating around in the ABR camp for a few years now, but what always held us back was finding the time and energy to write an additional full-length in between touring and writing our regular records,” explains guitarist and principle songwriter JB Brubaker. “After finishing [2011’s] Leveler I finally felt inspired enough to tackle the Christmas album idea.”

After working with some of the biggest producers in the genre, the band chose to come home and work at Lancaster’s Atrium Audio with longtime friends Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland on Sleddin’ Hill, which finds ABR at its most ambitious and creative. It’s a work that enhances the guitar and drum mastery AUGUST BURNS RED are known for by adding unexpected elements such as banjo, violin, cello, piano and even horns.

“Because this was such a different type of album, I was able to get a little more wild with my influences,” confesses Brubaker. “There’s a section inspired by one of my favorite bands, BEIRUT. There’s also guitar solo that is an ode to Blue Album-era WEEZER, and my punk roots are evident all over the album.”

“Writing metal versions of Christmas songs has always been a challenge for me because the songs are driven by simple vocal melodies with the only variety in the lyrics. We decided to take the songs and go the instrumental route – the main melodies are there, but this record has a lot more to it then that,” he adds. “The songs have sections of music that flow in and out of the classic melodies we’ve all come to recognize. There is a lot of substance in these songs- more than you’d find in your typical cover.”

On whether Sleddin’ Hill is destined to become a novelty album or a key part of the band’s discography, Brubaker has the final word: “To some, the concept of a metal Christmas album may come off as silly and a waste of time, but I think this record has plenty of original ABR substance to interest even the biggest Scrooges out there.”

Leading up the release of Sleddin’ Hill, AUGUST BURNS RED is set to launch a five-week, 30-city North American tour on August 31st with support from OF MICE & MEN, THE COLOR MORALE and labelmates THE OVERSEER, before heading back to Europe where they’ll hit 12 countries in four weeks.

For fans looking to attend the tour, a very limited number of VIP packages are available for each date with include a ticket to the show, an exclusive t-shirt, 11×17 lithograph and a pre-order of the holiday album. Bundles are available for a limited time or until they sell out.

Fans can purchase the VIP package here: AugustBurnsRedLive.com

Already among the most respected acts in the genre, AUGUST BURNS RED solidified their status further with the June 2011 release of their fourth studio album, Leveler, which rocketed to the top of the Billboard charts – debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200 in addition to entering the charts as the #1 Hard Rock album and #2 Rock album. Adding to the stellar debut is the incredible durability and staying power Leveler has displayed, having become the band’s fastest selling album to date by a large margin.

Following two albums that have topped 100,000 apiece in sales (2009’s Constellations and 2007’s Messengers), Leveler is on pace to set a new high-bar for AUGUST BURNS RED, adding commercial success to the critical praise the album has garnered from the likes of Alternative Press, Revolver, Rock Sound and dozens of other outlets. The album pushes the band’s sonic boundaries in every direction, yet emerges as an unquestionably heavier album than its predecessor. It’s a game-changer, for ABR, and for fans of hard rock everywhere.

AUGUST BURNS RED Fall Headlining Tour: Pittsburgh 9/10 and 11

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event, Music

After spending much of the past several months headlining tours of Europe, Japan and Australia – with stops in New Zealand, Taiwan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore along the way – globe-trotting metal titans AUGUST BURNS RED are excited to announce their return to their native continent with a Fall North American headlining tour. The tour marks the band’s first dates in the States since kicking off the year with a successful US headliner which packed in record crowds for the band, resulting in sold-out venues in nearly every market.

Fresh off a run of European festival and headlining dates, the band will launch their five-week, 30-city North American tour on August 31st with support from THE COLOR MORALE, labelmates THE OVERSEER and a yet-to-be-named special guest, before heading back to Europe where they’ll hit 12 countries in four weeks (ABR hit Pittsburgh’s Altar Bar 9/10 and 9/11).

Perennially looking to give back to their fans, ABR are also pleased to announce an exclusive VIP package available for those looking to attend the tour. The deluxe option includes 1 concert ticket, an exclusive t-shirt, 11×17 lithograph and a preorder of the band’s forthcoming Christmas album, due later this year (details TBA) and goes on sale Thursday, July 12 at 10am.
Fans can purchase the VIP package here: AugustBurnsRedLive.com

Already among the most respected acts in the genre, AUGUST BURNS RED solidified their status further with the June 2011 release of their fourth studio album, Leveler, which rocketed to the top of the Billboard charts – debuting at #11 on the Billboard 200 in addition to entering the charts as the #1 Hard Rock album and #2 Rock album. Adding to the stellar debut is the incredible durability and staying power Leveler has displayed, having become the band’s fastest selling album to date by a large margin.

Following two albums that have topped 100,000 apiece in sales (2009’s Constellations and 2007’s Messengers), Leveler is on pace to set a new high-bar for AUGUST BURNS RED, adding commercial success to the critical praise the album has garnered from the likes of Alternative Press, Revolver, Rock Sound and dozens of other outlets. The album pushes the band’s sonic boundaries in every direction, yet emerges as an unquestionably heavier album than its predecessor. It’s a game-changer, for ABR, and for fans of hard rock everywhere.

Riot Fest and Carnival Chicago in September Promises Big Acts

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event

After a landmark year in 2011, the eighth annual RIOT FEST–the music festival which celebrates rock, indie, punk and underground artists from every era–is expanding for the first-time ever into an outdoor music event and carnival in 2012. The RIOT FEST & CARNIVAL will feature a wide mix of artists ranging from Gaslight Anthem, NOFX, Alkaline Trio, Built To Spill, AWOLNATION, Gogol Bordello, Frank Turner, Coheed and Cambria, Less Than Jake and many more. It’s set for Friday, September 14, Saturday, September 15 and Sunday, September 16 in Chicago on the beautiful grounds of Humboldt Park which boasts rolling fields, pavilions, tall trees, picturesque gardens a lake and lagoons with a majestic view of the Chicago skyline.

Promoters are encouraging fans not to miss out by unveiling the majority of the diverse line-up for 2012 and offering an early-bird 2-Day pass for $36.00, plus surcharges for a limited time. 3-day passes begin at $90.00 and include all shows at Humboldt Park, Congress Theater and after-parties. VIP passes are available for $155.00 and include private stage-viewing areas, a sectioned off VIP area in the park with a private bar and drink tickets. Tickets are available at http://www.riotfest.org.

RIOT FEST & CARNIVAL is expanding to its new location Humboldt Park–which is flanked by a handful of hip neighborhoods including Wicker Park and the Division Street corridor–in order to accommodate a large carnival atmosphere featuring three main music stages, thrilling rides, games, vendors and gourmet food trucks thoughtfully arranged on the gorgeous park grounds with stunning views of downtown Chicago for an enjoyable experience. With temperatures averaging around a perfect 75°F/24°C, September is one of Chicago’s most popular months for travelers from all over the world.

A wide array of confirmed talent is on tap for RIOT FEST & CARNIVAL, including RISE AGAINST, IGGY & THE STOOGES, ELVIS COSTELLO, THE OFFSPRING, A DAY TO REMEMBER, COHEED AND CAMBRIA, DESCENDENTS, GOGOL BORDELLO, THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN, DROPKICK MURPHYS, NOFX, THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM, ALKALINE TRIO, AWOLNATION, THE PROMISE RING, GWAR, AUGUST BURNS RED, FRANK TURNER, BUILT TO SPILL, LESS THAN JAKE, REVEREND HORTON HEAT, FISHBONE, NOBUNNY, A WILHELM SCREAM, SCREAMING FEMALES, TEENAGE BOTTLEROCKET, OFF WITH THEIR HEADS, DEALS GONE BAD, WHITE MYSTERY, LARRY AND HIS FLASK, THE STORY SO FAR, JAPANTHER; and the first show for a reunited CHIODOS (original line-up) as well as a reunion for SLAPSTICK.

More acts and events will be announced in the coming weeks leading up to the festival.