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An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Parachute | Mr. Smalls | 9.21.17

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pictorial, Pittsburgh Event, Pittsburgh Premiere

Abigail McNatt
Acoustic sets are honestly the greatest kinds of sets. Sure it is great to dance and scream along to your favorite songs, but there is something so raw and real about your favorite band performing their music stripped down and unplugged. That’s what Parachute’s current tour is all about.
On the first half of the tour, ending in Pittsburgh, they brought along Johnny Balik. Balik is from Toronto, Canada and his music is categorized as pop/R&B/soul. This was the first I had heard of him and damn am I glad I did. HIGHLY recommend checking him out. His voice is pure and raw and real and fantastic. He does what I like to call, sing-rap where he minorly sings a rap and it just flows so well. He played some originals as well as a cover or so, in his half hour set. The ladies loved him. Now, being that it was an acoustic show, there were chairs set up in aisles. So girls weren’t freaking out, especially being that he was playing acoustic as well. But they did woo and wow him throughout the set and created a long line afterwards when he stood by the merch table to meet fans. I was not a part of that group, but I certainly did enjoy his set, so much. He opened his mouth during the first song and I was like, “damn he is good.” It was his last stop on the tour and he definitely gave it his all, so bravo.
Half an hour after Balik’s set, Parachute came on. The setup was much different than their last tour when I saw them last year. They had a keyboard on stage right, a stool and mic in the middle, and a drum set stage left. Members Kit French (vocals, sax, and keyboard), Will Anderson (lead vocals, guitar, piano), and Johnny Stubblefield (drums) made their way to their spots on stage. It felt just as surreal to me as it did the first time I got to see and shoot them. I got so caught up in the show itself as well as taking photos that I forgot to write down the set list. They changed it from show to show too. During their set though they played music from all of their albums. They included a couple songs from their newly released album, “Wide Awake“, such as ‘Jennie’ and ‘Lonely With Me’. As per usual, Will likes to talk and being an acoustic show like this, there was plenty of time for that. Will talked about his wife, Courtney a bit and their different writing styles and being in Pittsburgh, he talked about his love and obsession with Heinz Ketchup and how he wrote them a letter and they sent him back a bunch of packets. Another story he likes to tell at shows is about the ever so popular, ‘Forever and Always‘. That song is so sad. So sad that it needs a disclaimer attached to it. But as he says every show, it’s not real. He made it up. He told the crowd about how an old man came up to him after their set one time and he said he was sorry, but Will didn’t have the heart to tell him it wasn’t real. After that little anecdote, they played the song and the crowd sang along. They played some oldies as well, such as ‘She Is Love‘ and ‘All That I Am‘. Parachute also inserted a cover of ‘Issues’ by Julia Michaels in there. One fan screamed she was so excited they started to play it. Normally, that wouldn’t phase anyone but again, it was an acoustic show. They played my favorite, ‘Kiss Me Slowly’ and I was just on Cloud 9. From their 2013 release “Overnight”, they played the likes of ‘Drive You Home’ and ‘Didn’t See It Coming’. They ended their set, ironically, with one of their longer songs, ‘Philadelphia’. Fans, like myself, were captivated by the band the entire night and didn’t want it to end. That is the kind of show they put on, acoustic or full set. Their music really makes you feel things you may or may not have felt before and it is an awesome thing to be able to sing along to them. I have been a fans of theirs for some time now and it only seems to get stronger the more music they release and the more shows I attend.
Their tour continues on the west coast so if you will be out there anytime soon, I suggest grabbing a ticket (they’re ridiculously cheap) and grab your friend or significant other, or even treat yourself to a show. You will be just as hypnotized as all of us were last night.
All photos ©2017 Abigail McNatt

Darto Coming to Pittsburgh Oct 3 (For fans of: Cate Le Bon, The Velvet Underground, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Black Ryder, This Will Destroy You)

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

Darto Releases ‘Human Giving’ LP and joint Darto / WAND 7” plus New Video for ‘No-Self’
U.S. release on September 8.  U.K. release on September 22.

 

““I Am” is a catchy sultry melancholic downtempo synth-infused psych-trip combining the best of Cate Le Bon, The Velvet Underground, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, and The Black Ryder. The keyboards and strings seemingly propel the movement and the lyrics with instrumentation seem to induce a trance-like feeling” – The Big Takeover Magazine

“Experimental rock outfit Darto are into something. That something is called dichotomy. Mixing together adventurousness with playfulness, they have crafted a sound that is both challenging and accessible. This can be heard on recent track ‘No Self’. With repetitive and hypnotic vocals, jagged guitar stabs, and yet a lightness that is endearing, the track pushes the boundaries but at no time does the track lose sight of what is most important. Namely, that’s being memorable” – Overblown Magazine

Aagoo Records has just released two packages of goodness simultaneously: The first is ‘Human Giving’, a full length album from Seattle-based four-piece Darto. The second is the ‘Follow Up / Hush’7” featuring Darto and WAND, who wrote and performed these tracks together. Today they also released the new creepy video for ‘No-Self’.

‘Human Giving’ was preceded by the single ‘I Am’, which The Big Takeover Magazine calls “a catchy sultry melancholic downtempo synth-infused psych-trip combining the best of Cate Le Bon, The Velvet Underground, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, and The Black Ryder”.

The album’s mood is immediately clear from the first note of ‘GDLS’, enveloping the space around the listener. By the time ‘I Am’ enters, the sound and feeling transitions from lush and inviting, to focused and intentional with the keyboards and strings propelling the movement. The lyrics and accompanying melodies float along seamlessly like being lulled into a dream.

“Despite all of its catchy qualities, ‘Human Giving’ is a difficult album to pin down. The lyrical phrasing, and melodies have been stuck in my head for months,” says Alec Dartley of Aagoo Records. “It takes me to a place filled with light, despite the psych realms the band takes us”.
As the record progresses, splashes of Americana seem to emerge, painting subtle pictures of the American West, or a vast expanse that we would associate it with. It’s a momentary visit to those places as Darto keeps moving, exploring new worlds. The album closes in a cinematic soft way, where the constant is an emotional hook that dives into the human condition. This is an open story, suggestive but with room for the listener to fill in the blanks.
“We didn’t play shows or hardly go to shows for a year and a half so we could write and record the album,” says Darto’s Gordon De Los Santos. “The album comes from the places within us where hope and love exist. Where the focus is not on the self, and where everything is possible. Humans giving themselves to other humans. The power of listening on all fronts. The desired effect is and was to bring hope in some capacity.”
“We are extremely proud of this record. Writing, recording, mixing and mastering was the most intentional musical experience we have had to date. We took a lot of chances on it, and grew exponentially in the process,” says Gregory Flores. It felt, and feels like we walked through many doors while working on it, and the place we ended up is very similar to the place where we were as young people first deciding to create. A vulnerable first step towards something larger.”

Darto is Gordon De Los Santos, Gregory Flores, Candace Harter, Nicholas Merz. ‘Human Giving’ was recorded by Darto between September 2015 and January 2016 in a cabin in Cle Elum, WA and their home in Seattle. The ‘Follow Up / Hush’ 7″ was written, performed and recorded by Darto and Wand at Comp-ny in Burbank, CA in April 2017. It was engineered and recorded by Be Hussey. Both releases were mixed by Cory Hanson at Comp-ny and mastered by JJ Golden at Golden Mastering in Ventura, CA.

“We smashed together in Los Angeles and wrote these two songs; repurposed lyrics we wrote in the studio together.  A lot of people got to sing who had never sung on record before,” says Cory Hanson of WAND. “All in all, this was a successful collaboration I think. The spirit of both bands made it onto the tape together, intact.  We ate breakfast burritos the next morning, then Darto flew away.  I went to go to the beach but our car died in Topanga Canyon”.

Aagoo Records is home to vinyl releases by Xiu Xiu, Lucky Dragons, The Use with Rachelm Mason, Philippe Petit and more. ‘Human Giving’ can now be ordered in physical format from Aagoo Records’ websiteand digitally via Darto’s Bandcamp.

DARTO ‘HUMAN GIVING’ TRACK LIST
1. GLDS
2. I Am
3. Omniscient
4. Fell III
5. Truss
6. No Self
7: Human Becoming
8. Character Study
9. Guiding Light
10. Aging
11. Within Without
12. American Storyteller

WAND/ DARTO 7″ TRACK LIST
1. Follow Up
2. Hush

TOUR DATES

September 8  Seattle – Black Lodge (Record Release with Big Bite, Casual Hex)
September 9  Seattle – Live on KEXP 90.3 at 6:30pm
All shows with Wand, except *
September 21* San Francisco, CA – Thee Parkside
September 22* Oakland, CA – 1234GO
September 23  Los Angeles, CA – Troubadour
September 24  San Diego, CA – Casbah
September 25  Las Vegas, NV – Bunkhouse
September 27  Denver, CO – Lost Lake
September 28* Milwaukee, WI – Ground Zero
September 29  Minneapolis, MN – Triple Rock Social Club
September 30  Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall
October 01  Michigan City, IN – Tommy’s Place
October 03* Pittsburgh – TBA
October 04  Boston, MA – Sonia
October 05 * New York, NY – Secret Project Robot
October 06  New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
October 07  Phildealphia, PA – Everybody Hits
October 08  Washington, DC – DC9
October 09 * Baltimore, MD – New America
October 10  Raleigh, NC – King’s
October 11  Atlanta, GA – 529
October 12  New Orleans, LA – Gasa Gasa
October 13  Austin, TX – Barracuda
October 14  Dallas, TX – Dada
October 15  Norman, OK – Opolis
October 17* Phoenix, AZ – LBX
October 18   Salt Lake City – Metro Music Hall
October 19   Boise, ID – Neurolux
October 20   Spokane, WA – The Bubble
October 21* Olympia, WA – Le Voyeur
October 22   Seattle, WA – Vera Project
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Oct 21 @Mr.Smalls // LANY — #1 New Artist on Billboard and Spotify

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pittsburgh Event
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Photo Credit: Alessio Boni

LA-based band LANY has launched the Kinda Tour, coming to Pittsburgh on Friday, October 21st, at Mr. Smalls!

LANY will be on tour to support their latest EP kinda and just completed a number of summer festivals such asBonaroo, Firefly, Hangout, Outside Lands and more. As the most streamed artist through Spotify‘s Discover Weekly feature, their songs have garnered over 22 million streams on Spotify alone. Billboard also recently announced that LANY is the number one emerging artist after the release of the music video for their single “yea, babe, no way.”

Sounds Like: Electronic pop mixing Eighties flash, blue-eyed soul, and the ongoing search for genuine

connection on a smart phone

For Fans of: Phoenix, fun., Glass Animals

– Rolling Stone

 

 

“Finding the balance between sensuality and mystery in music is a very delicate process.  Some seem born with the right skill set, like the almighty Prince, effortlessly blending their melodies with the right amounts of desperation and longing. Now, [LANY] are tapping into that same rare talent…” –  Consequence of Sound

 

“…contains the type of moving intimacy that has attracted the attention of pop, R&B and electronica fans over the past few months.” – Billboard

 

“LANY are the alternative synth threesome out to take over not just the East and West coasts of America but the entire world…” – Wonderland 

 

Leading the charge is alternative group LANY, whose single “ILYSB” is the most-streamed of all the songs that have ever been featured on Discover Weekly. The band is also the most-streamed act ever from the feature, so it’s clear that when the world grows to know LANY and they begin selling out arenas, they will have to thank Spotify for at least some of that success. – FORBES 

 

kinda EP Available Now

 “…contains the type of moving intimacy that has attracted the attention of pop, R&B and electronica fans over the past few months.” – Billboard

 

“LANY are the alternative synth threesome out to take over not just the East and West coasts of America but the entire world…” – Wonderland 

 

 

LANY recently concluded their first headline tour which SOLD OUT well before the band played the first show, with the demand to accommodate fans resulting in extra dates being added and rooms extended.  With performances at Bonnaroo, Sasquatch and Firefly, as well as 14-dates opening for Oh Wonder already under their belt this summer, the trio will also be performing at Outside Lands and Life is Beautiful later this year. PRESS HERE for more information.

 

LANY (comprised of Paul Klein, Les Priest and Jake Goss) happened organically.  It began when the former school friends collaborated on songs that Klein had written and within days they had created a clutch of anthems that were too good to ignore.  Even at this early stage, their songs have connected on a large scale: the blissful dream-pop of “ILYSB” made big waves when they put it online and has over 15 million Spotify plays so far.  Their single “Where The Hell Are My Friends” is already nudging 4 million plays in a matter of weeks.  LANY create music that makes the intimate feel universal and connects them indelibly with their growing fanbase.

 

Watch this space for the latest from LANY and for more info, please visit https://thisislany.com.

 

To purchase kinda on iTunes, PRESS HERE

To stream kinda on Spotify, PRESS HERE

 

Festival Performances

Jul 22                     Oro-Medonte, Ontario @ WayHome

Aug 5                     San Francisco, CA @ Outside Lands

Sept 25                 Las Vegas, NV @ Life is Beautiful

 

North American Tour Dates

Sept 27                 Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall

Sept 28                 Seattle, WA @ Neptune

Sept 29                 Vancouver, British Columbia @ Venue Nightclub

Oct 1                      Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot

Oct 2                      Denver, CO @ Bluebird

Oct 4                      Omaha, NE @ Slowdown

Oct 7                      Memphis, TN @ 1884 Lounge

Oct 8                      Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West

Oct 9                      Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle

Oct 11                   Birmingham, AL @ Saturn

Oct 13                   Orlando, FL @ Back Booth

Oct 14                   Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room

Oct 15                   St. Petersburg, FL @ State Theater

Oct 20                   Columbus, OH @ A&R Music Bar

Oct 21                   Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls

Oct 23                   Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts

Oct 24                   Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club

Oct 25                   New York, NY @ Webster Hall

Oct 28                   Boston, MA @ Royale

Oct 29                   Montreal, Quebec @ Fairmount

Oct 30                   Toronto, Ontario @ Mod Club

Nov 1                     Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall

Nov 3                     Chicago, IL @ The Metro

Nov 5                     Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line Music Café

Nov 7                     Fayetteville, AR @ George’s Majestic Lounge

Nov 9                     Nashville, TN @ Mercy Lounge

Nov 11                  Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

Nov 12                  Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

Nov 13                  Austin, TX @ Antone’s

Nov 15                  Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom

Nov 16                  San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

Nov 19                  Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda

 

kinda Track Listing

  1. yea, babe, no way
  2. pink skies
  3. current location
  4. like you lots
  5. quit
  6. WHERE THE HELL ARE MY FRIENDS

 

EP Artwork

 

Follow LANY:

 

Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |Soundcloud

 

http://thisislany.com

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BATTLECROSS And WOVENWAR To Kick Off North American Tour With Soilwork, Unearth, And Darkness/ @Diesel Pittsburgh 11/12

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pittsburgh Event
Metal Blade lablemates BATTLECROSS and WOVENWAR will kick off their North American Fury tour tonight supporting Soilwork and Unearth. Set to commence in Providence, Rhode Island, the trek will coil its way through over two dozen venues, coming to a close on November 16th in Toronto, Ontario. Additional support will be provided by Darkness Divided.
 
Following the journey, BATTLECROSS will close 2016 with a three-week headlining run: the third installment of the Winter Warriors Tour. This year, support will be provided by Metal Blade labelmates Allegaeon and Necromancing The Stone. In conjunction with the Veterans Ticket Foundation, the Winter Warriors Tour will once again offer free admission to members of the US Armed Forces, and the band will donate a portion of their proceeds to local veterans’ organizations in each city. Veterans are invited to register for free tickets at vettix.org. BATTLECROSS will be touring in support of their latest album, Rise To Power, which landed on the Billboard charts at #103, marking the band’s second Billboard chart entry (2013’s War Of Will entered the charts at #130). To preview and purchase Rise To Power, visit: metalblade.com/battlecross.
On October 21st, WOVENWAR will release their sophomore album, Honor Is Dead. More aggressive and fluid than its self-titled predecessor, Honor Is Dead was written with contributions from all members, while the music for Wovenwar was mostly written before vocalist Shane Blay joined the band. The results speak for themselves, capturing a group that sounds truly unified, and hungry. Expanding upon the ruthlessly catchy melodies and hooks of their debut and driven by darker lyrical themes, Honor Is Dead makes for a listening experience with true depth, and a broad emotional range. To hear latest single, “World On Fire,” visit AltPress.com at THIS LOCATION where a drum play through for the track can be viewed, alongside an exclusive interview with drummer Jordan Mancino. For preorder info and to check out a concept video (by the band’s own Nick Hipa) for “Censorship” visit: metalblade.com/wovenwar.
 
BATTLECROSS And WOVENWAR w/ Soilwork, Unearth, Darkness Divided:unnamed-1
10/14/2016 Fete Music Hall – Providence, RI
10/15/2016 Stanhope House – Stanhope, NJ
10/16/2016 Shakes – Virginia Beach, VA
10/17/2016 Cats Cradle – Carrboro, NC
10/18/2016 The Loft – Atlanta, GA
10/20/2016 The Rail Club – Ft. Worth, TX
10/21/2016 18th Street – San Leon, TX
10/22/2016 Empire Control Room – Austin, TX
10/24/2016 Nile Theater – Mesa, AZ
10/26/2016 Glass House – Pomona, CA
10/27/2016 DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA
10/29/2016 Studio Seven – Seattle, WA
10/30/2016 The Pin – Spokane, WA
11/01/2016 Dimondz Event Center – Jerome, ID
11/02/2016 Metro – Salt Lake City, UT
11/03/2016 The Summit – Denver, CO
11/05/2016 Fubar – St. Louis, MO
11/06/2016 Diamond Pub Concert Hall – Louisville, KY
11/08/2016 The Metal Grill – Cudday, WI
11/09/2016 Q&Z – Ringle, WI
11/10/2016 Home Bar – Arlington Heights, IL
11/11/2016 The Machine Shop – Flint, MI
11/12/2016 Diesel – Pittsburgh, PA
11/13/2016 Gramercy – New York City, NY
11/15/2016 The Brass Monkey – Ottawa, ON
11/16/2016 Rockpile – Toronto, ON
BATTLECROSS Winter Warriors Tour w/ Allegaeon, Necromancing The Stone:
11/25/2016 Basement Transmissions – Erie, PA
11/26/2016 Harmony House – Webster, NY
11/27/2016 Fuze Box – Albany, NY
11/28/2016 Cafe 611 – Frederick, MD
11/29/2016 Dingbatz – Clifton, NJ
11/30/2016 Amityville Music Hall – Amityville, NY
12/01/2016 Strange Matter – Richmond, VA
12/02/2016 Ground Zero – Spartanburg, SC
12/03/2016 The Iron Heights – Augusta, GA
12/04/2016 Jack Rabbits – Jacksonville, FL
12/07/2016 Southport Music Hall – New Orleans, LA
12/08/2016 Shooters – Texarkana, AR
12/09/2016 The Korova – San Antonio, TX
12/10/2016 Jake’s – Lubbock, TX
12/11/2016 Thunder Alley – Oklahoma City, OK
12/12/2016 Aftershock – Merriam, KS
12/13/2016 Rev Room – Little Rock, AR
12/14/2016 The East Room – Nashville, TN
12/15/2016 Big Shots – Valparaiso, IN
12/16/2016 Rockstar Pro Arena – Dayton, OH
12/17/2016 The Token Lounge – Westland, MI

EYEHATEGOD To Kick Off US Tour With Discharge And Toxic Holocaust

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event, Tour

Lamb Of God’s Randy Blythe will be filling in for EYEHATEGOD vocalist Mike IX Williams on their upcoming Fall tour with Discharge and Toxic Holocaust.
Elaborates Williams of the decision, “Once again, rather than cancel an amazing tour, we have chosen for EYEHATEGOD to continue on and give one-thousand-percent. This 2016 Discharge tour is super important to me as that band has been a huge influence on my life, but my health situation right now dictates that I am not able to take the stage and perform to the best of my abilities every single night. This is where our good friend Randy Blythe from Lamb Of God comes into the picture. We’ve known Randall since the early ‘90s when EYEHATEGOD would pass through Virginia and he’d offer for us to crash at his crib after our gigs. Great times and we became great friends. To have Mr. Blythe on board as a fill in for me on vocals for this run is a true ‘circle-stays-unbroken’ turn of events! Coming off the heels of Philip Anselmo doing vocals for EYEHATEGOD on two high profile shows [last month’s performances at Southport Music Hall in New Orleans, Louisiana and the 2016 edition of Gwar BQ in Richmond, Virginia respectively], both of these men are at the top of their game. I am getting the medical help I need and will return to the band as soon as possible. Thank you, everybody… ”
Adds Blythe, “Anyone who knows me well knows that I am a massiveEYEHATEGOD fan. I’ve seen them play more times than I can remember, my old side project covered ‘Dixie Whiskey’ for anEYEHATEGOD tribute album, I wear their merch, I even have a freakingEYEHATEGOD tattoo that I got in New Orleans. They are one of my favorite bands of all time, period. I’ve also been friends with the guys in the band since the ‘90s… actually, I knew them before I knew the dudes in my own band, and EYEHATEGOD would often crash at my crib when they came through Richmond. So it’s a bit difficult for me to say, ‘I’m super-happy that I’ve been asked to fill in for Mike IX Williams on this upcoming tour with Discharge and Toxic Holocaust.’ In fact, I can’t honestly say that at all because, once again as a fan and, more importantly, a friend, no one would rather see Mike do this tour more than myself. Mike IX is THE voice of EYEHATEGOD, and I respect him as a friend, musician, and writer way too much to ever think otherwise. What Ican say is that I am beyond honored to be serving a brief tour of duty on vocals with EYEHATEGOD for this upcoming run.
When I was asked to fill in for Mike IX due to his health issues, I immediately said, ‘I’ll do it, as long as all of the guys in the band are cool with it, especially Mike; it can’t be any other way.’ I know from talking to him that Mike is very, very bummed to not be on this tour, especially given the fact that the legendary Discharge is one of his all-time favorite bands. In light of that fact alone, it’s a huge testament to the man’s character that he’s being gracious enough to let the band continue to work while he concentrates on his medical issues, which are entirely legitimate and prevent him from taking the stage night after night. The other guys need to keep the band alive while IX gets better. As anyone who has ever seen the band can attest, the stage of an EYEHATEGODshow isn’t exactly the ideal place to rest and recuperate from an illness, and that is the most important thing here: that Mike IX gets better. In order to both give him the time to take care of his health while simultaneously keeping EYEHATEGOD an active working unit, I’ll be proud to do my bit on this tour and take the stage with what is undeniably one of the heaviest bands on earth. It will be a savage experience; I can promise you that. Let the down-to-earth-motherfuckin’-post-amplification-blues begin! Hail Mike IX.”
EYEHATEGOD’s journey with Discharge and Toxic Holocaust will commence on October 6th and run through October 15th trampling ten cities in seven states, the tour concluding with a one-off show in Chicago with Negative Approach and Svlphvrvs. See all confirmed dates below.
EYEHATEGOD w/ Discharge, Toxic Holocaust:
10/06/2016 Studio Seven – Seattle, WA
10/07/2016 Dantes – Portland, OR
10/08/2016 Observatory – Santa Ana, CA
10/09/2016 Slim’s – San Francisco, CA
10/10/2016 The Roxy – Los Angeles, CA
10/11/2016 Glass House – Pomona, CA
10/12/2016 Brighton Music Hall – Boston, MA
10/13/2016 Soundstage – Baltimore, MD
10/14/2016 Webster Hall/Marlin Room – New York, NY
10/15/2016 Reggies – Chicago, IL
10/16/2016 Reggies – Chicago, IL w/ Negative Approach, Svlphvrvs
_untitled__1EYEHATEGOD reemerged stronger and more determined than ever before with their self-titled LP, which dropped in 2014 via Housecore Records. Reaping critical acclaim globally, the record marks the band’s most successful release in their twenty-five-plus-year lineage. Having helped define the NOLA sound with their signature down-tuned, blues-inflected guitars awash in furious distortion, underpinning the tormented screams of Mike IX Williams over a thundering rhythm section,EyeHateGod personifies desperation and addiction in the various backwaters of forgotten America, punctuated by the “N’awlins” sound of rebellion and pollution resulting in triumph over adversity.

Orders for EyeHateGod in North America can be placed via Housecore Records HERE.
http://www.eyehategod.ee
http://www.facebook.com/OfficialEyeHateGod
http://www.thehousecorerecords.com

Wild Wild Horses with From Indian Lakes at Cattivo THIS SUNDAY

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Pittsburgh Event

image001Rising British indie-rockers Wild Wild Horses will be performing withFrom Indian Lakes at Cattivo THIS SUNDAY!

The band’s just premiered a cover of Sia’s Chandelier via Ones To Watch – PRESS HERE to watch! The four-piece, who recently toured with Rooney, saw massive success with their debut EP, Ordinary Life, which charted in the Top 50 on iTunes. Their music video for “Demon Days” (directed by Once Upon A Time’s Jennifer Morrison) also reached 1 million views on YouTube in just three days.

 

Named after the Rolling Stones song, Wild Wild Horses compose thrilling alternative pop-rock tracks with elusive electronic interjections. Their music is both current and timeless and carries the vivacious beat of today while aspiring to the heights of the classics. The four members of Wild Wild Horses each have an impressive set of musical backgrounds and, as session musicians, have collectively worked with almost every major indie-pop artist in the past half-a-decade, including Pearl Jam, Adele, Mumford & Sons, Amy Winehouse and Jess Glynne.

Wild Wild Horses Tour Dates:

 

10/6       Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry

10/7      Chicago, IL @ Subterranean

10/8       Detroit, MI @ Shelter

10/9       Pittsburgh, PA @ Cattivo

10/10     Toronto, Canada @ Adelaide Hall

10/12     New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge

10/13     Allston, MA @ Great Scott

10/14     Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry

10/15     Washington, DC @ DC9

10/16     Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506

10/17     Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Purgatory)

10/18     Nashville, TN @ The High Watt

10/20     Houston, TX  @ White Oak Music Hall

10/21     Austin, TX @ 3TEN at Austin City Limits Live

10/22     Dallas, TX @ Sons of Hermann Hall

10/23     San Antonio, TX @ Jack’s Patio

10/26     Phoenix, AZ @ The Rebel Lounge

10/27     San Diego, CA @ House Of Blues (Voodoo Room)

10/28     Santa Ana, CA @ Constellation Room

11/1       Seattle, WA @ Vera Project

11/2       Portland, OR @ Analog Theater (Downstairs)

11/4       San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill

11/5       Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo

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Jim James Announces Solo Album Out 11/4 + Tour

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

Jim James’ Second Solo Album
Eternally Even
out November 4th

Announces Headline US Tour

“One of rock’s most powerful singers and one of its most fearless architects” -Rolling Stone

Jim James, frontman of My Morning Jacket, announces the release of Eternally Even, out November 4 via ATO/Capitol Records.

Defying categorization, James’ second solo project, Eternally Even, co-produced by Blake Mills (Alabama Shakes) and Jim James, is a heart-thumping call to action. The timing of its release, smack in the middle of election season, is no accident.

“I wanted to make an album that hopefully speaks to the issues of the day, many of which, sadly, are issues we have been dealing with since the beginning of time.” says James. “Most of what I think about right now is how so many things in the world are SO fucked up- our political system is broken and corrupt…our earth is being destroyed by climate change…people are not treating each other with equality and respect… and I think- are we going to make it?  Are we going to figure it out and fix it before it’s too late? Can we ever truly open our hearts and embrace love in all its beautiful forms? I think it’s still possible. I still have hope in humanity. I’m just trying to be a part of the discussion and encourage people to speak out for equality, to not be afraid to speak out for peace and love. All of us feel afraid at times in these absolutely insane times, but its important we speak our minds, cast our votes, and do not give in to fear and hatred.”

In early 2013, his first solo full length Regions of Light and Sound of God was released and met with widespread critical acclaim. Praised as “truly breathtaking” by Time Out and “magnificent” by Rolling Stone, the album was followed with a sold-out national headlining tour and appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Late Show with David Letterman and Austin City Limits.

Jim James will be embarking a solo tour this winter. Dates listed below—tickets go on sale this Friday, September 23. Jim James fan club members get first access to tickets tomorrow, September 20th. Get more information on the pre-sale and join the fan club here.

New Tour Dates
11/15 & 11/16: Boston, MA @ Royale
11/18: Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philly
11/19: Washington, DC @ Warner Theatre
11/20: New York, NY @ Terminal 5
11/22: Atlanta, GA @ The Tabernacle
11/23: Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
11/25: Louisville, KY @ Palace Theater
11/26: Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
11/27: Milwaukee, WI @ Riverside Theater
11/29: Saint Louis, MO @ The Pageant
11/30: Omaha, NE @ Slowdown
12/01: Minneapolis, MN @ State Theater
12/03: Denver, CO @ Paramount Theatre
12/05: Missoula, MT @ The Wilma Theatre
12/06: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo
12/07: Portland, OR @ Roseland Theatre
12/10: Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl
12/11: Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee
12/13: Austin, TX @ Austin City Limits Live
12/14: Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
12/16: Houston, TX @ House of Blues
12/17: New Orleans, LA @ The Civic Theatre

Already Announced:
9/28: Pappy and Harriet’s, Pioneertown, CA
9/29: Ventura Theatre, Ventura, CA
9/30: Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival, San Francisco, CA
10/1: The Fillmore Auditorium, San Francisco, CA

*support by Twin Limb on all dates (except Fillmore SF)

Jim James: Website / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram

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Stream New Orleans producer Pro Prospek’s new album “The Baracus Brothers” featuring Cincinnati wordsmith Boogie Bang

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

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Like a back-alley brawl, award winning New Orleans producerProspek and critically acclaimed Cincinnati emcee Boogie Bangcome in swinging on their new album, The Baracus Brothers. The tandem combine for nine tracks of gold rings to the chin, leaving the listener bruised up and begging for more boom bap. unnamed-2

Prospek has worked with a multitude of reputable artists and won2010 NOLA Hip Hop Awards producer of the year. Boogie also has achieved sterling marks throughout his rap career, partnering with industry powers like DJ Ekwality, Ed OG, Fashawn, M1 fromDead Prez, Sizzla and others found within his illustrious portfolio. Together they form a badass team that brings the pain from start to finish.

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Green Day Announce U.S. And Canadian Club And European Arena Tour Dates In Support Of Upcoming Album Revolution Radio

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and Grammy Award-winning rock band Green Day will hit the road for a series of intimate club shows in the U.S. and Canada in support of their upcoming 12th studio album, Revolution Radio, which will be released by Reprise Records on October 7th. The North American dates kick off on September 20thin St. Louis, MO and conclude with a show on October 20th in Berkeley, CA. Tickets will be available for purchase by Idiot Nation members on Wednesday, September 7th at 9:00 AM local venue time. For more info on the pre-sale, visit www.gdidiotnation.com. A general on-sale will beginFriday, September 9th at 9:00 AM local time. Visit www.greenday.com for ticket info.
In January, Green Day will launch a European arena tour in support of the album. The Interrupters will support all dates in Europe. Please see below for all upcoming dates.
Produced by Green Day and recorded in Oakland, Revolution Radio is a potent 12-track blitz of angst-ridden anthems that unites Green Day’s fully formed stylistic approach with lyrical themes that address the complexities and uncertainties of modern day existence. Musically, the album is raw, visceral, and fearless – solidifying the band’s reign as one of the leading voices in rock music. Inspired by recent events, the first single “Bang Bang” marks a welcome return from a band with more to say than ever.
Revolution Radio is available for pre-order at www.greenday.com. Those who pre-order will receive an instant download of “Bang Bang.”Watch a lyric video for the track HERE.
Green Day’s upcoming tour dates are as follows:
09/20
St. Louis, MO
The Pageant
09/21
09/23
Toronto, ON
World Cup of Hockey
09/24
Deroit, MI
Fillmore
09/26
Columbus, OH
Newport Music Hall
09/28
Sayreville, NJ
Starland Theater
09/29
Philadelphia, PA
Tower Theatre
10/01
Boston, MA
House of Blues
10/03
Washington, DC
9:30 Club
10/08
New York, NY
Webster Hall
10/17
Los Angeles, CA
Palladium
10/20
Berkeley, CA
UC Theatre
01/10
Turin, Italy
Pala Alpitour
01/11
Florence, Italy
Mandela Forum
01/13
Bologna, Italy
Unipol Arena
01/14
Milan, Italy
Mediolanum Forum
01/16
Zurich, Switzerland
Hallenstadion
01/18
Manheim, Germany
SAP Arena
01/19
Berlin, Germany
Mercedes Benz Arena
01/25
Oslo, Norway
Spektrum
01/27
Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm Globe
01/28
Malmo, Sweden
Malmo Arena
01/30
Cologne, Germany
Lanxesse Arena
01/31
Amsterdam, Holland
Ziggo Dome
02/02
Brussels, Belgium
Forest National
02/03
Paris, France
Accorhotels Arena
02/05
Leeds, UK
Leeds First Direct Arena
02/06
Manchester, UK
Manchester Arena
02/08
London, UK
London The O2
06/23
Scheeßel, Germany
Hurricane Festival
06/24
Tuttlingen, Germany
Southside Festival
photo: Frank Maddocks
 
ABOUT GREEN DAY
Green Day is an American punk rock band composed of vocalist/guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist Mike Dirnt, and drummer Tré Cool. Formed in 1986, Green Day was originally part of the punk scene at the DIY 924 Gilman Street club in Berkeley, California. The band’s early releases were with the independent record label Lookout! Records. In 1994, its major label debut Dookie (released through Reprise Records) became a breakout success and eventually sold over 10 million copies in the United States. Green Day was widely credited with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock in the United States.  Green Day’s follow up albums Insomniac (1995) and Nimrod (1997) each sold over two million albums and were certified Double Platinum, and Warning (2000) was certified Platinum.  2004 brought the band’s rock opera American Idiot which reignited the band’s popularity with a younger generation and sold over six million copies in the United States.  Green Day is one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time, having sold more than 75 million records worldwide. The group has won five Grammy Awards: Best Alternative Album for Dookie, Best Rock Album for American Idiot, Record of the Year for “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”, Best Rock Album for the second time for 21st Century Breakdown and Best Musical Show Album for American Idiot: The Original Broadway Cast Recording. In 2010, a stage adaptation of American Idiot debuted on Broadway.  On April 18, 2015, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a part of the 2015 class in what was their first year of eligibility for induction. On October 16, 2015, Green Day released the documentary Heart Like A Hand Grenade, an unprecedented behind the scenes look at the writing and recording of their legendary album American Idiot.
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Majid Jordan to Premiere Tour Documentary on September 6th

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Tour, Video
Majid Jordan NA Tour 2016 Follows Toronto Duo Throughout Their First-Ever North American Tour
August 31st, 2016 – (Burbank, CA) – Majid Jordan NA Tour 2016 – a tour documentary that follows OVO Sound‘s Majid Jordan as they embark on their very first North American tour in Spring 2016 – will premiere on Tuesday, September 6th. The film will stream on the Toronto duo’s websitewww.majidjordan.com and on www.redbull.tv.
The film reveals Majid Al Maskati and Jordan Ullman dedication to artistry, their close friendship, and the bond and commitment they shared on and off-stage with family, friends, and the team around them. A striking mix of backstage moments and intimate conversations, Majid Jordan NA Tour 2016 also includes live performances from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin (SXSW), Miami, and New York City, and concludes with their first hometown show in Toronto.
WATCH THE TRAILER
Majid Jordan recently finished their sold-out first headlining tour following the February 5 release of their self-titled debut album.
The duo will hit the road for their fall headlining run in late September. Majid Jordan are touring in support of their self-titled debut album. Visit https://www.facebook.com/majidjordanmusic/events for all upcoming tour dates.
FRI 9/30           Montreal, QC              The Metropolis                         TICKETS
SAT 10/1          Boston, MA                 Royale Night Club                   TICKETS
MON 10/3         New York, NY            Webster Hall                            TICKETS
TUE 10/4         Brooklyn, NY               Warsaw                                   TICKETS
THU 10/6         Baltimore, MD             Baltimore Soundstage               TICKETS
SAT 10/8          Philadelphia, PA          Theatre of the Living Arts          TICKETS
SUN 10/9         Washington, D.C.        930 Club                                 TICKETS
MON 10/10       Atlanta, GA                 Center Stage                           TICKETS
WED 10/12      Fort Lauderdale, FL       Revolution                              TICKETS
THU 10/13       Orlando, FL                  Social                                     TICKETS
SUN 10/16       Austin, TX                    Emo’s                                    TICKETS
MON 10/17      Houston, TX                  Warehouse Live                     TICKETS
TUES 10/18     Dallas, TX                    South Side Music Hall             TICKETS
FRI 10/21         San Diego, CA             Observatory North Park           TICKETS
SAT 10/22        Santa Ana, CA             The Observatory                      TICKETS
MON 10/24      Los Angeles, CA           The Fonda Theatre                  TICKETS
TUE 10/25       Los Angeles, CA           The Fonda Theatre                   TICKETS
WED 10/26      San Francisco, CA        Regency Ballroom                   TICKETS
FRI 10/28         Portland, OR                Wonder Ballroom                     TICKETS
SAT 10/29        Seattle, WA                  The Showbox                          TICKETS
SUN 10/30       Vancouver, BC             Commodore Ballroom               TICKETS
WED 11/2        Denver, CO                  Gothic Theatre                         TICKETS
FRI 11/4           Minneapolis, MN          First Avenue                             TICKETS
SAT 11/5          Madison, WI                Majestic Theatre                       TICKETS
SUN 11/6         Chicago, IL                  Metro                                       TICKETS
WED 11/9        Detriot, MI                   St. Andrew’s Hall                       TICKETS
THU 11/10       Toronto, ON                 Sound Academy                        TICKETS
FRI 11/11         Toronto, ON                 Sound Academy                        TICKETS
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For more on Majid Jordan, please visit http://press.wbr.com/majidjordan
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Built To Spill @MrSmalls in Millvale on 9/28

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

Built To Spill, are currently touring as a trio  (Doug Martsch (guitars, vocals),  Steve Gere (drums) and Jason Albertini (bass)) , playing Mr. Small’s Theatre on Weds, Sept 28th.

Untethered Moon, the acclaimed current album by Built To Spill, was originally  released last April byWarner Bros. Records. As ever, Doug Martsch & company have created a melodically rich song cycle
that weaves memorable guitar textures with thoughtfully crafted lyrical passages open to the listener’s
own interpretation. The press embraced the album with open arms and ears:   
 
“Built To Spill are the AC/DC of indie rock. The album consistently is a testament to Martsche’s
perfectionism – and for that, we salute him.” – Rolling Stonephoto-credit-laurence-bishop-extralarge_1464902891177
“Untethered Moon is a record flush with blustery guitar passages, hooks and heart…chugging ramblers
with psych moves and serpentine melodies around every corner…towering shards of incendiary guitar.” –
Associated Press
“Assured songwriting and richly rendered freakouts.” – Alternative Press
Untethered Moon was produced by Martsch and Sam Coomes (from the band Quasi) and recorded entirely with Martsch playing all guitars along with new band members, Steve Gere (drums) and JasonAlbertini (bass).  

Built to Spill’s tour dates are as follows:* with Hop Along and Alex G^ with Hop Along# with Alex G
 Sep 15  New Haven, CT  College Street Music Hall*Sep 16  New York, NY  Irving PlazaSep 17  Wilmington, DE   Analog-A-Go-Go (Bellevue State Park)*Sep 18   Washington DC  9:30 Club*Sep 20   Richmond, VA   The National*Sep 21  Charlotte, NC   Neighborhood Theatre*Sep 22  Carrboro, NC   Cat’s Cradle*Sep 23  Asheville, NC   The Orange Peel*Sep 24  Athens, GA   Georgia Theatre*Sep 26  St. Louis, MO   The Ready Room^Sep 27 Columbus, OH   Skully’s^Sep 28 Millvale, PA   Mr. Small’s TheatreSep 29  Cleveland Heights, OH  Grog Shop#Sep 30 Toronto, ONT   Danforth Music Hall^Oct 1  Montreal, QC   Club Soda^Oct 3  Boston, MA   Paradise Rock Club^Oct 4  Boston, MA   Paradise Rock Club*Oct 5  Brooklyn, NY   Brooklyn Bowl*Oct 6  South Burlington, VT  Higher Ground*Oct 7  Ithaca, NY   The Haunt#Oct 8  Asbury Park, NJ  Stone Pony
Rescheduled dates:Nov 4  Olympia, WA  Capitol TheaterNov 5  Bend, OR  Domino RoomNov 11  Boise, ID  The Olympic VenueNov 12  Walla Walla, WA Main Street StudiosNov 13  Bellingham, WA Wild Buffalo House Of Music
More info and tickets here
 
For BTS news, tour details, merchandise and more, visit: www.builttospill.com

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Announce US Tour Dates

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

From DEP Facebook:

The end is near party peoplllllllllllle. But not yet… not yet. So we had all of the fun getting up close and personal with some of you in the tiny saunas… I mean venues… that we played over the last couple of weeks. There was no better way we could’ve chosen to start the beginning of the end than by getting back in the van and getting down to the slimy nitty gritty with some of y’all in some of our favorite cities. Thanks to everyone who came out and screamed and sweat and bled with us and checked their fucks at the door. So invigorating to play such feral explosive small shows after being dormant for a while. Sad to know they will be our last shows in venues that small and intimate but very meaningful to say the least. Full body chills/goosebumps every night to see you all go into a frenzy and scream along to the end of Limerent Death so soon after we released it. So, because we’re kinda hooked on this whole intimate show thing now, we’re doing another in the UK this week at Old Blue Last. This place holds 150 people….tickets go on sale today at 3pm. Not bothering to post a link, you guys’ll figure it out.

For everyone stateside, we’ve got a ton of dates coming up, that we’re gonna tell you about right NOW:

Wed 10/12 Baltimore, MD Baltimore Soundstage
Thu 10/13 Providence, RI Fete Music Hall
Fri 10/14 Poughkeepsie, NY The Chance Theater
Sat 10/15 New York, NY Webster Hall
Mon 10/17 Pontiac, MI The Crofoot Ballroom
Tue 10/18 Cleveland, OH House Of Blues
Wed 10/19 Indianapolis, IN The Vogue
Thu 10/20 Sauget, IL Pop’s Nightclub
Fri 10/21 Lawrence, KS Granada
Sat 10/22 Denver, CO Marquis Theater
Sun 10/23 Salt Lake City, UT Urban Lounge
Tue 10/25 Seattle, WA El Corazon
Wed 10/26 Portland, OR Dante’s
Thu 10/27 Berkely, CA The UC Theatre
Fri 10/28 San Diego, CA Brick By Brick
Sat 10/29 Las Vegas, NV Beauty Bar
Sun 10/30 Los Angeles, CA The Regent
Mon 10/31 Phoenix, AZ The Marquee
Tue 11/1 El Paso, TX Tricky Falls
Thu 11/3 San Antonio, TX Paper Tiger
Fri 11/4 Dallas, TX Trees
Sat 11/5 Austin, TX Sound On Sound Festival
Sun 11/6 Houston, TX White Oak Music Hall
Mon 11/7 New Orleans, LA Southport Hall
Wed 11/9 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Revolution
Thu 11/10 St. Petersburg, FL State Theatre
Fri 11/11 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
Sat 11/12 Wilmington, NC The Throne Theatre
Sun 11/13 Knoxville, TN The Concourse
Tue 11/15 Philadelphia, PA Union Transfer
Wed 11/16 Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
Thu 11/17 Burlington, VT Club Metronome
Fri 11/18 Huntington, NY The Paramount
Sat 11/19 Hartford, CT The Webster

All shows go on sale this Friday 8/26. Support comes from O’ Brother, Cult Leader, Car Bomb, Entheos, and Bent Knee, depending on where you are on those last three.

UK, we’re headed your way. Old Blue Last, Reading and Leeds, bring it all on. We are gonna chew you the fuck up.

See you soon.

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Bent Knee Announces Dillinger Escape Plan Fall Tour Support Dates + Headlining National Tour

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

Globally-Acclaimed New Album
Say So Out Now,
Stream on Bandcamp

 “The silo-smashing, Boston-based sextet taps into chamber pop, industrial rock, metal and prog-rock. Featuring the versatile, ever-appealing voice of Courtney Swain, Bent Knee’s unique mix is equal parts ingenuity and deliciousness.” – Wall Street Journal

“Say So confirms Bent Knee’s eloquence and ebullience, while also breaking new stylistic and temperamental ground.” – The Boston Globe

“Mind boggling… the grandest and subtlest ideas are on the table.” – NPR

“Intricately woven, surrealist stylings. A potent sense of urgency tingles the air.” – Consequence of Sound

“A celebration of creative freedom and unrestricted musicianship. Easily one of the best albums of the year.” – Rebel Noise 

This has been an incredible year for Bent Knee across the board, with its third album Say So(Cuneiform Records) receiving a unanimously rave reception from national and global media, including The Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, NPR, and Consequence of Sound.

Fresh off a triumphant European tour, the exhilarating live act is proud to announce it’s opening for legendary expansive metal band The Dillinger Escape Plan during the first half of its forthcoming U.S. fall tour. Prior to those dates, Bent Knee will headline across the East Coast, including a date in Toronto, Canada.

You can experience Bent Knee in action right this second while waiting for the forthcoming gigs. Five songs from its thrilling, upcoming full-length concert film Live at the Space are now available on YouTube.

Since its inception, Bent Knee has remained true to the incredible spectrum of its diverse musical personalities. Courtney Swain’s riveting vocals lead the way through often dark lyrical themes, while guitar virtuoso Ben Levin shifts seamlessly from melodic riffs to extreme dissonance, often at a moment’s notice. Bassist Jessica Kion and drummer Gavin Wallace-Ailsworth contribute deep grooves, full of unexpected accents and ornamentation that glue the boundary-pushing work together. Violinist Chris Baum soars atop and through the material, further expanding the group’s sonic palette, and producer/sound designer Vince Welch combines it all with understated brilliance.

Dillinger Escape Plan Support Dates:

10/12 Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage

10/13 Providence, RI – Fete Music Hall

10/14 Poughkeepsie, NY – The Chance Theater

10/15 New York, NY – Webster Hall

10/17 Pontiac, MI – The Crofoot Ballroom

10/18 Cleveland, OH – House of Blues

10/19 Indianapolis, IN – The Vogue

10/20 Sauget, IL – Pop’s Nightclub

10/21 Lawrence, KS – Granada

10/22 Denver, CO – Marquis Theater

10/23 Salt Lake City, UT – Urban Lounge

Bent Knee Headlining Dates:

8/24 Brooklyn, NY – C’mon Everybody

8/25 Providence, RI – AS220

8/26 Boston, MA – Great Scott

8/27 Philadelphia, PA – The El Bar

8/28 Baltimore, MD – Metro Gallery

8/29 Washington, DC – Black Cat DC

8/30 Kennett Square, PA – Kennett Flash Theatre

9/2 Dayton, OH – Ladyfest Dayton 2016

9/4 Chapel Hill, NC – ProgDay 2016

9/8 Tulsa, OK – The Vanguard Tulsa

9/9 Lawrence, KS – Jackpot Music Hall

9/10 Madison, WI – Mickey’s Tavern

9/11 Chicago, IL – Emporium Arcade Bar

9/13 Toronto, ON – Monarch Tavern

9/14 Troy, NY – Troy Savings Bank Music Hall

9/17 Dayton, OH – Dayton Music, Art and Film Festival 2016

9/18 Worcester, MA – StART on the Street – Fall Edition

The Whigs to release Live In Little Five on Nov 11/ Live @Cattivo Oct 14

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

“…one of those all-encompassing, all-too-rare experiences where you actually feel the music, every perfectly synched-up moment between guitars and crashing cymbals, each echo of every shout and snarl. It’s rad. It’s hard.”–Esquire

Nashville-via-Athens, GA rock trio The Whigs have announced a new live album, Live In Little Five, that will releaseNovember 11 on New West Records. Yesterday, Paste featured the news and premiered a live video for fan-favorite “Like A Vibration,” which first appeared on the band’s critically acclaimed second full-length Mission Control in 2008. Watch the electric, energy-filled video here: https://youtu.be/7qTcJi4S8Bk.

Live In Little Five can be preordered now exclusively through Pledge Music (http://flyt.it/lil5preorder).

Recorded at Aisle 5 in Atlanta, GA last December, Live In Little Five “represent[s] the songs that are on set night in and night out,” according to frontman Parker Gispert. The album showcases eight tracks that span The Whigs’ 14-year career in what the band considers to be their purest form, as well as two previously unrecorded songs intended for their next full-length studio LP. In conjunction with the release, the band is currently on an extensive U.S. tour throughout the East Coast with shows in Chicago, Atlanta, Athens, Nashville, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and more. Full tour details below.

Though consistently lauded for their live performances through tours with killer bands of the same vein like Kings of Leon, The Black Keys, MGMT, and Drive-By Truckers, Live In Little Five will be The Whigs’ first ever live album. It follows their fifth studio LP Modern Creation, which released in 2014 on New West and was marked by the band’s fourth appearance on The Late Show With David Letterman. The album received rave reviews with Spin praising it as “jangly, garage-pop glory,” and PopMatters calling the tracks “honest to goodness great rock tunes.”

THE WHIGS ON TOUR
August 19 – Chicago, IL @ Subterranean
August 20 – Columbus, OH @ The Basement
August 25 – Augusta, GA @ Sky City
August 26 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West
August 27 – Athens, GA @ The Georgia Theatre
September 1 – Raleigh, NC @ Southland Ballroom
September 2 – Charlotte, NC @ Visulite Theatre
September 3 – Chattanooga, TN @ Revelry Room
September 8 – St. Louis, MO @ Firebird
September 9 – Maquoketa, IA @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers
September 15 – Nashville, TN @ The Basement East
September 16 – Knoxville, TN @ Scruffy City Hall
September 17 – Whitesburg, KY @ Summit City
September 23 – Denton, TX @ Oaktopia
October 6 – Fort Wayne, IN @ Brass Rail
October 7 – Kalamazoo, MI @ The Back Room
October 8 – Newport, KY @ The Southgate House Revival (Sanctuary)
October 11 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl
October 13 – Jim Thorpe, PA @ Mauch Chunk Opera House
October 14 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Cattivo
October 15 – Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy
October 16 – Falls Church, VA @ The State Theatre

LIVE IN LITTLE FIVE TRACKLIST
1. Like A Vibration
2. Production City
3. Violet Furs
4. Soon Comes Fast
5. Waiting
6. Right Hand On My Heart
7. Already Young
8. Cleaning Out The Cobwebs
9. Black Lotus
10. Staying Alive
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TRUST Premieres ‘Capitol’ On Gorilla Vs. Bear

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

Gorilla Vs. Bear names Capitol “a soaring chorus-of-the-year contender.”

Listen To ‘Capitol’ On Gorilla Vs. Bear!

TRUST is the musical project of Toronto artist Robert Alfons.

After years of extensive touring, and garnering glowing praise from top international critics at Pitchfork, VICE, and The Guardian UK for the 2012 Juno-nominated debut album “TRST”, the follow up album “Joyland” will be released by Arts & Crafts on March 4, 2014.

“Joyland” is an eruption of guts, eels, and joy.

Watch The ‘Rescue, Mister’ Video On Noisey!

Listen To The Null Remix Of ‘Rescue, Mister’ On Stereogum!

Listen To The Physical Therapy Remix Of ‘Rescue, Mister’ On V Man!

Listen To ‘Rescue, Mister’ On Pitchfork! 

 

Praise For Trust:

“On “Capitol“, Robert Alfons’ dark, ominously sulking synthpop explodes into a soaring chorus-of-the-year contender that’s cathartic and life-affirming and very hard not to spontaneously dance to every time” –Gorilla Vs. Bear

“”Rescue, Mister” features a slightly clarified sound compared to TRST’s grinding grit, with some impressive vocal acrobatics from Alfons.” – Pitchfork

““Rescue, Mister” is harder and clubbier and more concrete than anything on TRST, but it keeps some fundamental darkness intact.” -Stereogum

“‘Rescue, Mister’ proves that Alfons’s lost none of his synth craftmanship, sending disco-pop through a crazed, futuregasm vortex.” – This is Fake DIY

“Moody, skulking pop that reminisces downcast ’80s dance at its best.” – FADER

“Trust, is another one of those breaking Canadian acts that seems to have appeared fully-formed with a heap of brilliant, deviant, electronically infused tracks” — NOISEY

“’Rescue, Mister’ like the whole album, puts a gothy spin on house pop, courtesy Alfons’ rather sinister vocal style.”–Brooklyn Vegan

““While Trust is seemingly delivering the same kind of emotional experience, it’s a formula that’s been retooled with extra lethal results.” –Consequence Of Sound

“the sort of gloomy synthpop that’ll make you want to smoke cigarettes, rim your eyes with kohl and dance jerkily in the dark basement of a Berlin warehouse.” –NME [UK]

“mix of Depeche Mode-esque synth riffs mixed with Alfons’s murky baritone.” –The Guardian [UK]

Pre-Order “Joyland” Here!

“Joyland” Track Listing:

1. Slightly Floating
2. Geryon
3. Capitol
4. Joyland
5. Are We Arc?
6. Icabod
7. Four Gut
8. Rescue, Mister
9. Lost Souls/Eelings
10. Peer Pressure
11. Barely

US Tour Dates With Mozart’s Sister:

Mar 7  Montreal, QC | SAT
Mar 8  Toronto, ON | Adelaide Hall
Mar 12-16 Austin, TX | SXSW
Apr 10  New York, NY | Le Poisson Rouge
Apr 11  Boston, MA | Great Scott
Apr 12  Philadelphia, PA | Voyeur
Apr 13  Washington DC | Black Cat Backstage
Apr 15  Durham, NC | Pinhook
Apr 16  Atlanta, GA | Drunken Unicorn
Apr 18  Dallas, TX | Club Dada
Apr 19  Austin, TX | Red 7
Apr 22  Phoenix, AZ | Rhythm Room
Apr 23  San Diego, CA | Soda Bar
Apr 24  Los Angeles, CA | Los Globos
Apr 25  San Francisco, CA | Popscene
Apr 27  Portland, OR | Doug Fir Lounge
Apr 28  Seattle, WA | Barboza
Apr 29  Vancouver, BC | Electric Owl
May 2  Minneapolis, MN | 7th St Entry
May 3  Madison, IL | The Frequency
May 4  Chicago, IL | Empty Bottle

 

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FALLUJAH: Atmospheric Death Metal Collective Begins Recording New Album/Take Part In The Best In Brutality Tour

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News, Streaming, Tour

San Francisco-based atmospheric death metal collective, FALLUJAH, are very pleased to take part in The Best In Brutality Tour 2014 this Spring with co-headliners Oceano and Broken Hope. Set to join the tour on March 20th in Los Angeles, California, the near month-long run of live assaults will storm its way across North America, drawing to a close on April 19th in Columbus, Ohio. Additional support will be provided by Rivers Of Nihil and Kublai Khan.

 

Comments vocalist Alex Hofmann: “We are always excited to be part of tours such as this that feature such a wide array of palettes and styles. We’re really excited to meet the guys in Rivers Of Nihil, whom we’ve been following for some time now, as well as regroup with Broken Hope whom we met over the Summer in Europe. This tour is the beginning of what is sure to be a busy and exciting year for us as we are to embark just after finishing our new full-length album in the studio. We hope to see all our old friends on the West Coast, our new friends in Canada, and visit some fresh territory in the Northeast and Midwest. See you there.”

 

FALLUJAH

The Best In Brutality Tour w/ Oceano, Broken Hope, Rivers Of Nihil, Kublai Khan

3/20/2014 Whisky A Go Go – Los Angeles, CA

3/22/2014 Industry Theater – Lancaster, CA

3/23/2014 DNA Lounge – San Francisco, CA

3/25/2014 Branx – Portland, OR

3/26/2014 Studio 7 – Seattle, WA

3/27/2014 Biltmore Cabaret – Vancouver, BC

3/28/2014 Pawn Shop – Edmonton, AB

3/29/2014 Golden Age Club – Calgary, AB

3/31/2014 Park Theater – Winnipeg, MB

4/01/2014 Skyway Theater – Minneapolis, MN

4/03/2014 Vaudeville Mews – Des Moines, IA

4/04/2014 Mojoe’s – Joliet, IL

4/06/2014 Hard Luck – Toronto, ON

4/08/2014 Le Dagobert – Quebec City, QC

4/09/2014 Maverick’s – Ottawa, ON

4/11/2014 Underworld – Montreal, QC

4/12/2014 Empire – Springfield, VA

4/13/2014 Mojo 13 – Wilmington, DE

4/15/2014 Reverb – Reading, PA

4/16/2014 Gramercy Theater – New York, NY

4/17/2014 New England Metal & Hardcore Fest – Worcester, MA

4/18/2014 Agora Ballroom – Cleveland, OH

4/19/2014 Alrosa Ville – Columbus, OH

 

Named after a city in the Al Anbar province of Iraq, FALLUJAH was forged in 2007 as a politically charged five-piece from the Bay Area. With two demos under their proverbial belts, the band began touring in 2009. By 2011, FALLUJAH would go on to release their debut full-length, The Harvest Wombs, via Unique Leader Records. Christened, “a great jazzy blackened technical death metal album… definitely required listening,” by HeavyBlogIsHeavy and, “a very solid progressive death metal release,” by SputnikMusic who further gushed, “this band is technical, melodic and brutal and all of that at the same time… This will be, without a doubt, another of the big bands coming from the San Francisco Bay Area if they keep this up,” the record reaped critical praises from fans and critics searching for something beyond genre conventions. After drastic stylistic progressions, countless tours and hundreds of shows, FALLUJAH has become an expansive, complex and style-defining force for musical, mental and creative liberation.

 

Check out the band’s three-song digital-only EP, Nomadic, released last Spring via Unique Leader at THIS LOCATION.

Further FALLUJAH happenings to be announced later this year. Stay tuned.

 

“…essential listening…” – No clean singing

 

“…one of the bands that carries the torch of diversity, variety and uniqueness in the vast world of metal.” – Metal Wani

 

“FALLUJAH are rising up to be masters of prog/tech metal. Being brutal enough to satisfy the toughest death metal fan, yet being beautifully careful enough to carry a newborn across eggshells and not break a single one. This band can do it all.” – Headbangorgtfo

 

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Kittie Added To Spread The Metal Non-Profit Festival Line Up

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event

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Spread The Metal Festival announce all-female Canadian heavy metal band Kittie to their Toronto line up, which includes Suffocation, The Agonist, Augury, Skull Fist, Nephelium, Derelict, Crimson Shadows, Deathpoint, Edge of Attack, Hallows Die, Beheading of The King and many more who will perform in raising funds for Kiva, an organization that reduces poverty by providing monetary support to struggling entrepreneurs in developing countries. This year’s Toronto edition will be held at the famed Opera House on September 7th and 8th.

Toronto event info: https://www.facebook.com/events/142645535907013/170312256473674/

Ticket info:

Complete Festival Pass Available Here: http://www.ticketfly.com/event/279311

Day One Passes Available Here:

http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/309347

Day Two Passes Available Here:

http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/309731

LINEUP:

September 7th:

BOTB Winner
Evertrapped
Nephelium
Derelict
The Catalyst
Crimson Shadows
BEHEADING OF A KING
AUGURY
SUFFOCATION

September 8th:

Answer With Metal
Hallows Die
TBA
Deathpoint
Edge of Attack
Sanktuary
SKULL FIST
THE AGONIST
KITTIE

STM Fest organizer Matt Day comments:

“This is the second of many Spread the Metal Festivals to come, and this one comes to you in the form of Kittie, Suffocation, The Agonist, Augury, Skull Fist, and many more tearing up The Opera House stage in Toronto. 100% of the profits from the festival are going to Kiva.org in order to fight poverty and eventually injustice around the world. There’s a lot in it for fans this year as well though, since they can make off with signed albums, VIP experiences, album downloads and so much more. Now go forth and Spread the Metal.”

In addition, the Halifax edition will be held on August 24th & 25th and also feature The Agonist, Augury, Skullfist,Deathpoint, The Catalyst, Erimha, Death Valley Driver, Sanktuary and many more to be announced at a later date.

All profits will be donated by Spread the Metal Records to The Heart and Stroke Foundation in order for them to continue their life-saving work.

Halifax event info: https://www.facebook.com/events/393736497391434/

August 24th:

BOTB Winner
Doom Machine
Cottus
Burnt Church
Terratomb
Deathpoint
The Catalyst
ERIMHA
AUGURY
TBA

August 25th:

Malixiria
Ear to Ear
Evertrapped
Degrade
TBA
Death Valley Driver
Sanktuary
TBA
SKULL FIST
THE AGONIST

To compliment the festival, the label is launching a crowd funding campaign in order to raise additional funds for Kiva.

Among the perks are signed albums and set lists from every band at the festival (including some that aren’t), guitar picks, album downloads, etc. As well, fans will have the chance to attend the sound check, hang out with the headliner of their choice, and even punch a record label exec! Full list of available perks below on the crowd funding page:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/spread-the-metal-festival-2013/x/2699098

Band Search For Indie Opener

HOW BANDS CAN SHARE THE STAGE:

Based on a points system, bands interested in performing on the festival will have to share the following link:

http://igg.me/at/STMFest2013/x/2699098

Each “share” on FB of the STM Festival Indiegogo crowd funding campaign = 1 point
Each ticket sold to the festival = 5 points
Each contribution made by a band member from a participating band = 10 points
All participating band members make a contribution = 25 points
The participating band that raises the most money through the campaign = 50 points

When making contributions on the crowd funding page, contributors are urged to add a comment letting STM Records know, which participating band they’re supporting to help get a spot on the festival lineup.

So what does the band win?

The band selected will receive an opening slot at the “Spread the Metal Festival 2013 – Toronto Edition”, full backline, get a chance to meet Suffocation, The Agonist, Augury, Skull Fist, and many more, and have their album reviewed by Spread the Metal Records and other industry reps.

Bands interested in participating and questions can email info(@)spreadthemetal.com.

Metal Battle: Perform at the “Spread the Metal Festival 2013 – Toronto Edition”: https://www.facebook.com/events/586105598088404/
Metal Battle: Perform at the “Spread the Metal Festival 2013 – Halifax Edition”: https://www.facebook.com/events/115461735291210/

For more info about the festival and Spread The Metal Records, please visit these links:

www.SpreadTheMetal.com

Festival Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/SpreadTheMetalFestival

Toronto Edition – https://www.facebook.com/events/142645535907013/

Halifax Edition – https://www.facebook.com/events/393736497391434/

Kiva – www.kiva.org

NXNE Presents Billy Talent / Sloan / Evan Dando

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event

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NORTH BY NORTHEAST (NXNE) has confirmed that punk rockers Billy Talent will perform a free show onSaturday, June 15 at Yonge-Dundas Square. Plus NXNE Film announces another Canadian premiere, NXNE @ YYZ returns, and The 7th Annual Put The Boot In soccer match unveils the 2013 roster.

NXNE will take over Yonge-Dundas Square (YDS) for four days of free concerts starting Thursday, June 13 with the legendary Social Distortion, presented by Monster Energy Drink, along with Old Man Markley, The Flatliners and Imperial State Electric. On Friday, June 14, Deezer Canada, the official streaming partner of NXNE, presents The National, in partnership with Collective Concerts, with CTZNSHP.

Saturday, June 15 at YDS – presented by Ford – will feature a performance by hometown heroes Billy Talentheadlining a full day of music including Millencolin, Big Black Delta, Moon King, Blinker The Star, We Are Scientists, Steve Hill and The Burning Boyz.

Also confirmed by NXNE Music is Toronto’s Sloan, presented by Porter Airlines, who will play The Great Hall on Friday, June 14; and Evan Dando of The Lemonheads, performing Saturday, June 15 at The Rivoli.

NXNE will present top festival bands at the NXNE @ YYZconcert series – marking the sixth year that NXNE and Toronto Pearson International Airport have worked together to entertain travelers. On Thursday, June 13, Terminal 1’s Arrivals Hall will host Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet, of Kids in the Hall fame. And onFriday, June 14, Toronto seven-piece Mamabolo and indie stalwarts Blinker The Star will rock the concourse at Terminal 1.

NXNE Film presents the Canadian premiere of If We Shout Loud Enough, a documentary about Double Dagger, a post-hardcore band from Baltimore, on Friday, June 14 at the Drake Underground, preceding a performance by Peals (featuring Bruce Willen from Double Dagger). This charming, funny film follows these DIY musicians, chronicling their history and final memorable performances – and features interviews with Dan Deacon, members of Wye Oak, Future Islands, Ruiner, Thank You and more.

NXNE and Right to Play will team up again this year forThe 7th Annual Put The Boot In charity soccer match. Canadian musicians (the Rockers) line up against a team of media moguls (the Rollers) in the country’s longest running fundraiser for Right To Play. This year’s match – on Sunday, June 16 at Lamport Stadium – will include Rockers and Rollers like Brendan Canning (Broken Social Scene), Mike Haliechuk (Fucked Up), Scott Jardine (DirectKickTV), Adam Killick (CBC Radio 1),Adam Van Koeverden (Olympian) and many more. For the full team rosters visit http://nxne.com/information/soccer/.

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19 Years, 1000 Bands, 30 Films, 65 Interactive Sessions, 200 Comedians, 35 Visual Artists, 7 Days.

NXNE acknowledges the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage (Canada Music Fund) and of Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters

MEDIA ACCREDITATION NOW OPEN:  www.nxne.com/information/media

LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR TORONTO “SPREAD THE METAL FESTIVAL 2013”

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event

LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR TORONTO “SPREAD THE METAL FESTIVAL 2013

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This September 7th and 8th, Spread the Metal Records will host one of its annual “Spread the Metal Festival” in Toronto, ON.

The festival will see 100% of its profits donated to Kiva, a non-profit organization, which helps people around the world to lift themselves out of poverty.

Headlining the festival will be Suffocation, with additional headliners to be announced at a later date. Direct support will be provided by The Agonist, Augury and Skull Fist.

Additional support bands include Beheading of a King, The Catalyst, Edge of Attack, Deathpoint, Crimson Shadows, Nephelium, Hallows Die, Evertrapped, Answer With Metal and Sanktuary.

To complement the festival itself, the label is launching a crowd funding campaign in order to raise additional funds for Kiva.

Among the perks are signed albums and set lists from every band at the festival (including some that aren’t), guitar picks, album downloads, etc. As well, fans will have the chance to attend the sound check, hang out with the headliner of their choice, and even punch a record label exec! Full list of available perks below on the crowd funding page:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/spread-the-metal-festival-2013/x/2699098

BANDS, VENUE, and other DETAILS to be announced soon!!!

For more info, please visit these links:

2 Day Festival Pass Available here: http://www.ticketfly.com/event/279311 (Individual day passes on sale June 1st)

Festival Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/SpreadTheMetalFestival

Toronto Edition – https://www.facebook.com/events/142645535907013/

Halifax Edition – https://www.facebook.com/events/393736497391434/

Kiva – www.kiva.org

THE ROLLING STONES Kick off Opening Night at STAPLES Center with 23 Song Set

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event

The Rolling Stones kicked off their “50 and Counting” tour Friday, May 3, at STAPLES Center. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood played an extraordinary 23-song set to a sold out crowd. Fans got a special treat when they played “Emotional Rescue,” live for the very first time. “Honky Tonk Women,” “Start Me Up,” “Miss You,” “Tumbling Dice,” “Brown Sugar,” “It’s Only Rock ‘N’ Roll,” “Paint It Black,” and “Gimme Shelter” had fans on their feet throughout the entire show.

Photos:  Kevin Mazur

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The band was joined on stage by special guests, Gwen Stefani on a moving rendition of “Wild Horses” and Keith Urban on a smoking performance of “Respectable.” Mick Taylor, who will be a guest throughout the tour, played with the Stones on “Midnight Rambler.” The Rolling Stones ended their two hour plus show with a three-song encore of “Can’t Always Get What You Want,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash and “Satisfaction.”

The tour will continue onto Oakland, San Jose, Las Vegas, Anaheim, Toronto, Chicago, Montreal, Boston and Philadelphia.

http://www.rollingstones.com/tickets/

“50 AND COUNTING” TOUR DATES
May 5 – Oakland – Oracle Arena
May 8 – San Jose – HP Pavilion
May 11 – Las Vegas MGM – Grand Garden Arena
May 15 – Anaheim – Honda Center
May 18 – Anaheim – Honda Center
May 20 – Los Angeles – STAPLES Center
May 25 – Toronto – Air Canada Centre

May 28 – Chicago – United Center
May 31 – Chicago – United Center
June 3 – Chicago – United Center
June 6 – Toronto – Air Canada Centre
June 9 – Montreal – Bell Centre
June 12 – Boston – TD Garden
June 14 – Boston TD – Garden
June 18 – Philadelphia – Wells Fargo Center
June 21 – Philadelphia – Wells Fargo Center

NXNE FILM Presents The North American Premiere of BB King – The Life of Riley

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Event, Movies

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NXNE (North by Northeast) announces the first wave of programming as part of NXNE Film. Presented in partnership withHot Docs, NXNE Film will screen more than 30 movies from June 13-16 at the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema and at alternative spaces throughout the city of Toronto. Film Festival wristbands are now available online at www.nxne.com/tickets and single tickets will be available at the end of May at www.bloorcinema.com.

NXNE Film is proud to present the North American premiere of BB King – The Life of Riley on Friday, June 14. Directed by Jon Brewer,BB King – The Life of Riley is a powerful and insightful documentary about legendary bluesman BB King. Narrated by Morgan Freeman, the documentary features Eric Clapton, Bono, Ringo Starr, Carlos Santana, Slash, Bonnie Raitt, Buddy Guy, Ron Wood, Mick Jagger,Bruce Willis and more.
Trailer: www.bit.ly/ZTL2xN

NXNE Film will reflect the whole festival’s eclectic programming by introducing comedy and art components to film screenings. NXNE Art will present movies and projections throughout the city andNXNE Comedy will screen documentaries and shorts at the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema, including a collection of comedy shorts selected by Toronto’s comedy group Laugh Sabbath.

NXNE FILMS CONFIRMED TO DATE INCLUDE:

A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE – Sunday, June 16
Director: Igal Hecht
Join a group of Canadian stand-up comedians on tour in Israel as they generate laughs while discovering the universality of comedy. Organized by Yuk Yuk’s founder Mark Breslin, six comedians – Jews and non-Jews – set off to the Holy Land to perform their material in new surroundings. It isn’t long before they face religious, cultural, and political sensitivities very different from what they are accustomed to, leading them to a deeper understanding of their own comedy and the boundaries each is willing to cross.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ0eHywTGuQ

A.K.A. DOC POMUS – Sunday, June 16
Directors: William Hechte and Peter Miller
Packed with incomparable music and rare archival imagery, A.K.A. Doc Pomus features Doc’s powerful journals as read by his close friend, Lou Reed. Interviews with Dr. John, Ben E. King, Dion, Leiberand Stoller and BB King.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oOG3vUkKUM

ALL OUT WAR – Thursday June 13
Director: Rob Pilichowski *Canadian Premiere
All Out War follows the lives of four b-boys from different positions on the breaking spectrum. The stories of Machine, Alien Ness,Dyzee and Casper intersect at one of b-boying’s most prestigious competitions: The King of the Ring.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rLB9KL3G4g

ALONE UP THERE – Saturday, June 15
Director: Sean Patrick Shaul
Alone Up There is a first-hand journey to understand one of the most difficult comedic art forms. The feature-length documentary explores the culture of stand-up with interviews with some of today’s best comedians, including Sunee Dhaliwal, Graham Clark, Charlie Demers, and Erica Sigudson.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBKGCd2mvCA

THE GLOBAL GROOVE NETWORK – Saturday, June 15
Director: Courtney James *World Premiere
The Global Groove Network is the story of how EDM and DJ culture has grown from the underground and evolved the mainstream since its inception 40 years ago.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmjBo35bpzY

LAUGH SABBATH FILM FEST – Sunday, June 16
A collection of comedy shorts selected by Toronto’s comedy groupLaugh Sabbath. Each short is under 10 minutes long and the whole collection will be run as a mini film fest in one screening.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xCE25-gdKw

NO JOKE – Saturday, June 15
Director: Matt Frame
No Joke is a movie about “unfunny” comedians. Rejected as hopelessly unfunny by hometown audiences, three Canadian standup comedians flee to America for a whirlwind comedy tour – accompanied by hapless tour manager, Vibrato 3.72 “The Human Vibrator” – to determine once and for all whether they are as funny as they believe.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRUTTIwGEgc

NXNE Art Announces Artists, Street Art, Exhibits, Cafe Talks and Installations

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Art

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19 Years, 950 Bands, 30 Films, 80 Interactive Sessions, 75 Comedians, 7 Days.

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NORTH BY NORTHEAST (NXNE) announces programming for the inaugural year of NXNE Art, the visual arts stream that will run throughout the city of Toronto June 10-16, 2013.

NXNE Art has confirmed the participation of the following artists: Berlin’s Nils Völker will exhibit Eighty Eight, a sequence of wavelike animations created by black plastic bags; Toronto-based multi-media artist Johannes Zits will showcase Looking For Guides To An Alternative, a six-day public installation that weaves a tapestry of cut-up business suits across Toronto’s financial district; Italian photographer Gabriele Galimberti will present his critically acclaimed photo series Toy Stories, which documents children from around the world with their toys; Ulu Braun’s mesmerizing landscape video collage will light up the night; Montreal-basedAlison Moore and Jasa Baka will premiere Smile Stealers, a visual epic poetry film; and groundbreaking artist Brendan De Montignywill take on the role of the machine in I am a Human Printer, instantly creating unique images of audience members.

NXNE Art will infiltrate the streets of Toronto with innovative and interactive art in galleries, café talks and unconventional spaces around the city – including a two-day outdoor art fair in Ryerson Quad, located in the heart of Ryerson University and steps away from Yonge-Dundas Square. Graffiti and street art, including work byGary Taxalli and Ron English, will transform construction zones in the city, while TTC video screens and streetcars will host interactive and physical creation. Other NXNE Art venues include Toronto’s legendary cultural centre The Cameron House and the world-renowned Art Gallery of Ontario.

NXNE Art artists include:

Stephanie Avery, Jasa Baka and Allison Moore, Brian Bantugan,Onur Bingöl, Ulu Braun, Eric Chen, Stephen Chen, James Desrochiers, Brendan De Montigny, Ron English, Hannah Epstein,Moritz Fingerhut, Chris Forster, Gabriele Galimberti, Jenn Godwinand Camilla Singh, Hart Goetze, Dara Gold, Christian Hoosen, Ju Ju, Mike McDonnell, Pamela Mingo, Juan Negroni, Lisa Ng,Roberta Orlando, Phil Shaw, Ryan Smeeton, Gary Taxalli, Tensoe,Rae Vena, Nils Voelker and Johannes Zits. Stay tuned for more NXNE Art venue and artists announcements at www.nxne.com/art.

Tickets are now available online at www.nxne.com/tickets.

Links

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NORTH BY NORTHEAST (NXNE) Confirm Social Distortion and Big Boi

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Announcement/News

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NORTH BY NORTHEAST (NXNE) announces the second wave of programming for the 19th edition of the festival, taking over Toronto June 10-16, 2013. Tickets are now available online at www.nxne.com/tickets.

NXNE Music has confirmed that rock ‘n’ roll legends Social Distortion and Outkast rapper Big Boi will headline free shows at Yonge-Dundas Square (YDS). TheNXNE Music line-up also includes performances at YDS and in the clubs by Toronto hardcore darlings Fucked Up, Montreal-based chanteuse Coeur De Pirate, hip hop duo Smif N’ Wessun, genre-crossing experimentalistsWHY?, San Francisco post-punkers The Soft Moon, British guitar band Peace, melodic punks White Lung, chillwave trio DIANA, noise rock trio Nü Sensae, heavy psych group Destruction Unit, music and performance artists Majical Cloudz, pop shoegazers Still Corners, Copenhagen punk band Lower, electro-rockers Moon King, jazz-rock fusionists Lean Left featuring Andy Moor, Terrie Ex, Ken Vandermark and Paal Nilssen-Love, and indie rockers Blinker the Star performing for the first time in ten years. For the current list of confirmed NXNE Music programming visit www.nxne.com/artists.

Previously announced acts for NXNE Music include The National, Joey Bada$$, Merchandise, Iceage, Mikal Cronin, Milk Music, Buke & Gase, Mickey Avalon,Supersuckers, Imperial State Electric and Genetic Control.

The NXNE Spotlight Series will feature FLAG (original members Keith Morris, Chuck Dukowski, Bill Stevenson, Dez Cadena with Stephen Egerton performing The Music of Black Flag) at The Opera House on Friday, June 14.Calexico will rock the Mod Club on Wednesday, June 12 and Millencolin will perform at The Phoenix on Saturday, June 15. To guarantee admission to any NXNE Spotlight Series show, fans must purchase tickets online atwww.nxne.com/tickets.

NXNEi (NXNE Interactive) will present over 80 inspiring presentations and panels including Habits of Highly Effective YouTubers by Ipsa Desai of Google. Desai will highlight the most effective methods and techniques to build an audience on YouTube. Previously announcedNXNEi presentations include How to Start and Grow a Unique Idea/Passion/Biz with Little to No Startup Moneyby Johnny Cupcakes and CineCoup: the trials and tribulations of launching a disruptive film start-up by J. Joly. Learn more at www.nxne.com/interactive.

The complete NXNE line-up and schedule will be announced over the next few weeks. Stay tuned!

19 Years, 800 Bands, 30 Films, 80 Interactive Sessions, 75 Comedians, 7 Days.

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THE ROLLING STONES ARE BACK! “50 AND COUNTING”

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

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Tickets On-Sale Beginning April 8

 

The Rolling Stones, who rocked London and New York in 2012, announced today that they will kick off their “50 AND COUNTING” tour in Los Angeles at the STAPLES Center.  (Date TBA pending NBA/NHL playoff schedules.) The tour debut will be followed by performances in Oakland, San Jose, Las Vegas, Anaheim, Toronto, Chicago, Boston and Philadelphia.

 

“50 AND COUNTING” continues the exhilarating celebration of the band’s first 50 years—five decades of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood bringing their iconic music and ground-breaking stage shows to audiences around the globe.

 

The Rolling Stones were recently crowned the ‘Best Live Band’ at the NME Awards in London, and over the past 12 months have thrilled fans with their release of a greatest hits collection, “GRRR!,” a groundbreaking documentary film “Crossfire Hurricane,” a photographic book “Rolling Stones: 50,” and have taken the stage by storm for their first live shows in many years. The tour is the band’s highly anticipated return to the stage.

 

“’50 AND COUNTING’ has been pretty amazing so far,” said Jagger. “We did a few shows in London and New York last year…and had such a good time that we thought…let’s do some more.  It’s a good show.  Lots of the classic stuff everyone wants to hear…with a few little gems tucked in here and there.  The stage is shaped like lips and goes off into the venue so I get to run around in the crowd.  It’s great fun to be able to get that close to the audience.”

 

“From day one at rehearsals it sounded so fresh.  You could tell that everybody was dying to get their teeth into it.  It was like…open the gates…let us out!” said Richards. “Cause man, it is the life and blood of us to play in front of people.”

 

Tickets for Oakland, San Jose, Toronto and Chicago go on sale beginning Monday, April 8 at 10AM local time and will be available at www.rollingstones.com.

Citi® cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning April 5 at 10AM local time through Citi’s Private Pass® Program. For complete presale details visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

 

“Our mission is to offer Citi cardmembers more access to the music and entertainment they love, and the Rolling Stones have been a soundtrack for the life experiences of so many,” said Jennifer Breithaupt, SVP of Entertainment Marketing at Citi. “We are thrilled to be providing exclusive presales and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for Citi cardmembers to see one of the most iconic bands in history perform live.”

 

Mick Taylor, who was a member of the Rolling Stones from 1969-74, will be a special guest throughout the tour.

 

The band will treat their generations of fans to an evening of classic Stones hits like “Gimme Shelter,” “Paint It Black,” “Jumping Jack Flash,” “Tumbling Dice,” and “It’s Only Rock and Roll,” curated with lesser known gems, and a cover or two.

 

The stage design for the tour is based on the band’s ubiquitous tongue and lips logo, which extends out into the crowd, allowing the Stones to interact directly with their audience.  Known for their ground-breaking sets and use of cutting-edge technology, the Stones’ set design will feature video screens and special effects that will enhance the high-octane experience of attending a live Stones’ show.

 

The band will also play London’s Hyde Park on Saturday, July 6 following a headlining appearance at UK’s Glastonbury Festival on June 29.

 

The Rolling Stones “50 AND COUNTING” tour will be the band’s first venture with worldwide tour promoter AEG Live’s Concerts West.

 

“50 AND COUNTING” TOUR DATES

TBA                  Los Angeles    STAPLES Center          TBA

May 5              Oakland          Oracle Arena               On sale April 8 @ 10AM PST

May 8              San Jose          HP Pavilion                 On sale April 8 @ 10AM PST

May 11            Las Vegas       MGM Grand               TBA

Garden Arena

May 15            Anaheim         Honda Center             TBA

May 25            Toronto           Air Canada Centre      On sale April 8 @ 10AM EST

May 28            Chicago           United Center             On sale April 8 @ 10AM CST

June 12            Boston            TD Garden                  TBA

June 18            Philadelphia    Wells Fargo Center     TBA

 

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Dirty Ghosts Announce Fall Tour + Fun Fun Fun Fest

by Alan D. Welding, posted in Streaming, Video

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Dirty Ghosts’ front woman Allyson Baker has been a guitarist in both Toronto and San Francisco’s hardcore scene for years, and now she’s stepped up to the microphone with Dirty Ghosts whose “Katana Rock” video directed by Derrick Beckles (creator of TV CARNAGE, Adult Swim’s Totally For Teens and the upcoming series Hot Package) marks the second collaboration for these two.

The video for the song carries over elements of Dirty Ghosts’ hardcore background, combining an Argento influenced series of lit rooms. Images of layered psychedelia wash over projections of songstress Baker while she belts out the crafted, driving urgency of Katana Rock.

Press

“Dirty Ghosts is a San Francisco-based trio that, interestingly enough, features programming from Aesop Rock. The riff-tastic “Battle Slang”‘s grimy groove features an insistent shaker, stuttering snares, and a gritty bass pulse.” – Pitchfork

“like punk riffed hard rockers (with a killer rhythm section)” – SF Bay Guardian

“an angular banger with 10-ton blues bars, a catchy punk hook and a whole lot of grit.” – AOL Spinner

“With plenty of edgy guitar riffs, subtle electro, and a voice that pulls you in, Metal Moon is definitely an album you will want to have dominating your playlists.” – Lithium

Tracklisting
1. Ropes That Way
2. Shout It In
3. Surround The Controls
4. Battle Slang
5. No Video
6. Katana Rock
7. 19 in ’71
8. Steamboat to Concord
9. Pretty Face
10. Beast Size

Allyson Baker doesn’t scare easily. Back in the ’90s, she was sneaking into 
Dwarves shows and frequenting mosh pits before she was barely out of 
junior high; by age of 17, she was playing guitar for some of 
Toronto’s most notorious punk and hardcore bands (Teen Crud Combo 
R.I.P.), before leaving her friends and family behind in 2000 to shake 
some action in San Francisco. And yet, for all her apparent 
fearlessness, Allyson is very much haunted by forces beyond her control. Dirty Ghosts may be her 
new band, but it’s the five-years-in-the-making product of a 
habit she just can’t quit, a sound and vision that—despite numerous obstacles along the way—just had to be unleashed.

True to their name, Dirty Ghosts rose from the ashes of San Francisco sludge-blues combo Parchman Farm in 2006; as an antidote to that band’s wall of squall, Baker and fellow Parchman Farm exile Carson Binks (another Toronto expat) launched Dirty Ghosts as a stripped-down duo, writing rhythmically driven new songs 
built around intricate drum loops pieced together by Aesop Rock. And as if this relaxed, more experimental ethic wasn’t a radical 
enough shift for these life-long punk-rockers, for the first time in 
her musical career, Allyson was forced to add “vocalist” to her résumé.

“Everything that happened with this band was totally out of 
necessity,” she relates. “Post-Parchman Farm, Carson and I had spent about a 
year looking around for a singer. And then I felt like I was going to 
lose Carson and the whole thing if I didn’t decide to just do it 
myself. I had all the songs and vocals in my head, I just didn’t want 
to do it—the idea of being a singer just wasn’t appealing to me at 
all! But then I was just like, ‘Fuck it.'”



Initially, the gambit paid off—Dirty Ghosts’ earliest efforts fused 
Allyson and Carson’s deep-seated love of ’60s funk and bluesy, 
psychedelic rock with a more modernist, mechanized sheen, while Allyson’s newfound voice projected a striking balance of streetwise attitude and affecting vulnerability. Though 
Allyson says she was “completely out of touch with what was going on 
in music at the time,” Dirty Ghosts’ mix of grit and glitz aligned 
favorably with that of au courant buzz bands like The Kills and Sleigh 
Bells, while hearkening back to indie rock’s most dynamic duo, Royal Trux. In 2009, an early recording of the 21st-blaxploitation groover “Battle Slang” even 
got the band some notice on Pitchfork and other national music sites. 


However, the sudden departure of Binks in 2011 (to join Oakland-based stoner-metal behemoths Saviours) inspired Allyson to rethink, rebuild and re-record the songs and, with the help of a drummer, transform Dirty Ghosts’ bedroom beat-box experiments into stage-ready rockers. But in sharp contrast to the skull-crushing assault of 
her previous groups, Dirty Ghosts are more about putting the disco into discord, using everything from dubby funk (“Shout It In”) to minimalist electro (“Steamboat to Concord”) to vintage Van Halen-esque contorto-riffs (“19 in ‘71”) as means to showcase the emotional intensity of Allyson’s voice.




Forgoing her usual diet of Black Flag and Blue Cheer, these days Allyson is more informed more by the likes of XTC, The Police and Chrome—bands that, she says, “had distinct 
sounds mixed with other different genres that were new at that time. I play so much less guitar now—to me, this is not guitar music. I’m 
thinking more about songs, and not volume and attack. That’s part of being 
young, but then you get older and you’re like, ‘I want to write a song 
that’s catchy and that people will enjoy.’



So after 11 years in San Francisco—and five spent bringing Dirty 
Ghosts to life—Allyson now has everything she’s always envisioned: a shit-hot 
record and a fully functioning band that’s already got a west coast 
tour and South by Southwest appearances under its belt. But as much as 
Dirty Ghosts is a testament to Allyson’s drive, more often than not, she feels like she’s the one being driven.

“Music takes complete 
control over me, and then just when I think the feeling’s gone, it comes back. 
It’s a total love/hate thing: I love it because making music makes me 
feel so happy, but it kind of does the opposite, in that it takes over to the point where I can’t make any rational decisions about anything else in my 
life. But I have this weird passion for music—there’s nothing else I really want to do.”



And, as this dead-cool debut ultimately proves, good things happen when you refuse to give up the ghost.

Toronto’s Slim Twig Returns With Psych Influenced LP

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

Out of the murky and demented inspiration of Slim Twig’s previous releases we can now hear the sound of a promising young songwriter. Although as idiosyncratic as ever, these new songs showcase an interest in classic songwriting, a fondness for psych-era Rolling Stones, an affinity with the queer power pop of R. Stevie Moore – in short, an odd friendliness (of sorts). Sof’ Sike is a diverse collection of songs, and with its restless approach to genre and uncontained enthusiasm for pop, can be viewed in the lineage of records like The Who’s Sell Out, or Spark’s A Woofer In Tweeters Clothing.

Slim Twig has torn through enough ideas and styles to finance a fistful of bands since releasing his first EPs in 2008. These earlier explorations include the prescient flirtation with an avant-rockabilly sensibility on Vernacular Violence (2008), and his full-length debut, Contempt!, a re-appropriation of off-kilter sampling techniques gleaned from the RZA and Madlib, and presented in a decidedly un-Hip Hop-like format. The latter record stands out as one of the most strangely singular records released on a major Canadian indie label, and as an unsung pre-cursor to the solo, sample-based, oddball pop that by 2012, has become commonplace.

2012 also sees the release of a wealth of new Slim Twig material. Appropriately for an artist as diversely prolific as Slim, the coming months will see two full-length album releases, as well as a 12”-split on Clan Destine Records with blog-favourite pals, Dirty Beaches, Ela Orleans, and U.S. Girls. Slim Twig’s work for U.S. Girls debuted with the a split 7″ and fully blossomed with their collaboration on 2011’s critically acclaimed, U.S. Girls on Kraak. 2012 further establishes Slim’s role as producer as FatCat prepares the release of U.S. Girls latest record, an unabashed foray into pop & glam produced and mixed by Slim Twig.

http://www.slimtwig.blogspot.ca/