Month: September 2014

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Vacationer announce dates for their fall headlining tour in support of new album

September 2, 2014

Vacationer released their fun feel good pop style album, Relief in June on Downtown Records and now they are getting ready to hit the road in support of it. This week they will play the countdown to kickoff event at Power Plant Live! in Baltimore, MD with Fitz & The Tantrums on September 4th. Then they will be embarking later in the month on their headlining tour. Check out the video for one of my favorite songs from their album, The Wild Life.   The tour will take them across the country and will include support from Brick + Morter.  Check the tour dates below and see if they will be heading to a venue near you. Tour Dates: September 4 – Baltimore, MD @ Power Plant Live w/Fitz & the Tantrums September 29  – Charlottesville, VA @ The Southern  – Brick+Morter Support September 30 – Washington DC @ Rock & Roll Hotel  – Brick+Morter Support October 1 – New Haven, CT @ BAR  – Brick+Morter Support October 2 – Providence, RI @ Fete Ballroom  – [Read More]

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Spiralarms rock the Great American Music Hall for the Jason Becker Not Dead Yet Festival 3

September 2, 2014

One of our favorite bands, Spiralarms performed this past Saturday at the Jason Becker Not Dead Yet Festival 3. The event which is put together by Dave Lopez and is a benefit with proceeds going towards medical supplies for Jason as well as his future care. It was a magical night where many great musicians came to honor the amazing fighting spirit of Jason as he battles ALS. Jason was in attendance with his family and friends as we all enjoyed a fantastic night of amazing music. We will be sharing our coverage of the event all week to include sets by Michael Lee Firkins, Ben Woods,  Richie Kotzen and Steve Hunter. For now, I want to share with you our coverage of Spiralarms as they raised the roof off the Great American Hall and treated the crowd to an energetic hard rockin set. They were spot on and sounded as fierce as ever. Craig  was spectacular as he shreds out on the guitar and delivers some killer tone and bad ass riffs.  They even played [Read More]

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Black Veil Brides release cover art and track listing for new album

September 2, 2014

Black Veil Brides have released the cover art for their new album, IV and the track listing.  The fourth studio album is set for release on October 28th. Check out the cover art and track listing: 01. Heart Of Fire 02. Faithless 03. Devil In The Mirror 04. Goodbye Agony 05. World Of Sacrifice 06. Last Rites 07. Stolen Omen 08. Walk Away 09. Drag Me To The Grave 10. Shattered God 11. Crown Of The Thorns In case you missed it, they also released Video number 3 taking you into the studio as they recorded their new album, Check it out here as well as video 1 & 2: Make sure to catch Black Veil Brides this fall as they set out on their headlining tour with Falling In Reverse, Set It Off and Drama Club. Tickets are on sale now! Check out the dates for the upcoming tour: Tue/Oct-21 Niagara Falls, NY @ Rapids Theatre Wed/Oct-22 Columbus, OH @ The LC Pavilion Fri/Oct-24 St. Paul, MN @ Myth Sat/Oct-25 Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre [Read More]

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Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October new CD, Songs From an Open Book is OUT NOW!

September 2, 2014

  My favorite artist, Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October has just released his new CD, Songs From an Open Book. The CD features songs and stories from his Open Book Tour and was released today.  We went to one of his shows on his Open Book Tour last year and it was one of the most amazing shows I have ever been to. The spirit in that room was soul touching and the intimate atmosphere allowed Justin to completely connect to the audience through his words and music. Check out our coverage from his Open Book Tour.  You can check out a preview from his CD here:   The CD can be purchased on iTunes here or through his merch site here which includes some really cool bundles. In addition Justin will be heading out on his Open Book Tour starting on September 4th at Rockin Rodeo in Denton, TX.  I highly recommend getting yourself to one of the dates and get your tickets early, because they will sell out!   We are hoping to catch [Read More]

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Stream the new album Versus by EMAROSA

September 2, 2014

EMAROSA have announced their new album Versus is set for a September 9th release through Rise Records. Vocalist Bradley Walden states: “This record is the pressure, frustration & perseverance of the past 3 years. This is the future of Emarosa.”  You can stream the album in its entirety here:   I really love the new song and am very excited what is in store with the new album.Check out the track listing for Versus: 01. People Like Me, We Just Don’t Play 02. American Déjà Vu 03. A Hundred Crowns 04. I’ll Just Wait 05. But You Won’t Love a Ghost 06. Say Hello to the Bad Guy 07. Cliff Notes 08. Mad 09. Gold Dust 10. Same Tight Rope 11. 1996 on Bevard   You can pre-order the album by visiting: Physical: http://emarosa.merchnow.com iTunes: http://bit.ly/UO8qf6  Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/emarosa Twitter: www.twitter.com/Emarosa Instagram: www.instagram.com/emarosaband

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SycAmour new album Indulgence: A Saga of Lights is released today

September 2, 2014

The new album Indulgence: A Saga of Lights by  SycAmour was released today through Hopeless Records. Today they are streaming the album on Youtube and you can check it out here:   The album which was produced by Johnny Franck, mixed/mastered by Nick Sampson and includes guest vocals by the aforementioned Trenton Woodley (Hands Like Houses) and Phil Druyor (Attack Attack!,  I Am Abomination).  You can pick up the album on iTunes: http://bit.ly/1kiIzYK or through MerchNow: SycAmour.com. “We’ve spent more than 2 years getting this record together; closer to three if we’re talking about the entirety. Indulgence is our first genuine venture into the collective story universe we’ve been developing even prior to Obscure’s release in 2012. It’s a story about duality and how we, by human nature, contradict our beliefs, perspectives and worldviews; even though we like to think they’re perfect and infinite. More specifically though, it’s about Love, Revenge, Sex, Drugs, Unity, Sweat & Social Movement; whatever that means to you. Join The Heartwood,” said vocalist Jeremy Gilmore on the new album. SycAmour is: Jeremy Gilmore – Vocals Tony Sugent – Vocals Zack [Read More]

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Flyleaf announce fall tour dates in support of new album, Between The Stars

September 2, 2014

Flyleaf are set to release their new album, Between the Stars on September 16th through Loud and Proud Records. The album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Doug Gilmore (Pearl Jam, Linkin Park, Bullet For My Valentine, Avril Lavigne). In support of the album, they have announced dates for their fall tour which kicks off  Friday, October 3 in Lubbock, TX.  The trek, with opening acts Ryan White and Lullwater, will hit the Gramercy Theater in New York City on Thursday, October 16 and the House of Blues in Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 4 before wrapping Friday, November 7 in San Diego, CA (see full tour itinerary below). Tickets are set to go on-sale starting Friday, September 5. For more information including on-sale dates and where to purchase tickets, visit: www.flyleafmusic.com/tour.  Check out the great tour video announcement:   Check the tour dates below and see if they will be coming to a venue near you: FRI 10/3 Lubbock, TX Jake’s Backroom SAT 10/4 San Antonio, TX 210 Kapones Live SUN 10/5 Corpus Christi, [Read More]