End o' week musings

Today I'm unveiling the first installment of my comic. It originally ran in Factor X magazine about 10 years ago-- much to my surprise! I wrote a column called Mickie's Zoo where I interviewed people behind the scenes in entertainment, as well as artists and anyone else I found interesting. At the time I was also fronting the hard rock, heavy metal band Morpheus. One day I opened the magazine to discover the comic strip, Naughty Mickie, next to my column. My friend, Byron Spearman, had decided to join the magazine's staff and offer a strip with me (sort of) as the main character. It's not all true, but it's fun and worth sharing. Byron has also promised to ink some more comics so you can enjoy a new one every week. I'd love to hear your thoughts and if you have any storyline suggestions I'll be happy to share your ideas with Byron.

I've had a busy week! Lots of dancing and a little yoga and not quite enough music. Last weekend was a wash because I ended up fighting a cold. I went to yoga class, then the grocery store and then home and made myself a veggie stew in my crock pot. I also took a nice nap. By Sunday evening I was feeling much better.

On Monday I went to the Huntington Library, Art Galleries and Botanical Gardens in San Marino to learn about their upcoming exhibit, "Pressed in Time: American Prints 1905-1950." It's going to be something you can visit with your entire family or just enjoy a nice afternoon alone. The images and work are amazing!

Tuesday I interview Tom Batiuk, the artist who creates the Funky Winkbean and Crankshaft comics. If you follow Funky, then you know that the character Lisa is going to die soon from her cancer. I asked him about his decision to cover such heady topics, how he began drawing and more.

Last night (Thursday), I was in a parade and belly danced on stage at the Los Angeles County Fair. The parade was fun - so many smiling faces - and they must like us because we were in front of, not behind, the donkeys! Our 30-minute show on the big stage went well. The majority of the audience stayed for the entire show-- which is tough when there are so many things going on at the Fair. They got the humor, oooed and ahhhed at the sword work and applauded quite often. After we finished several people came up to ask us where we will be next and had lots of compliments. They had a good time and so did we!

Tonight I'm heading out to see Joe Walla Band perform at The Hub in Colton-- it's bike night, yay! Sunday is full with yoga, an Esoteric Crime Bus Tour, The Subs at Dockside Grill in West Covina and finally Aluminum Marshmallow at Rude Dog's in Covina. Would you believe that I have nothing planned for Sunday??!? Next week more exciting interviews and dance practice for our Halloween show.

Enjoy the fun photos, including one of me in the Spider Pavilion at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County taken by James Carbone during our press day visit.

In rotation this week: Tribe of Gypsies, Wicked Tinkers, Nirvana, Dengue Fever, Cradle of Filth, The Wildhearts, Tiger Army and an assortment of other bits and pieces.

This week I'm looking to fire up my creativity, so I encourage you to do the same. This doesn't mean you have to write or play music or even dance, you can be creative in many ways, including sports, computers and housework. Just find something that gets you sparked and puts extra life into whatever you do. Make the best of every moment!

Keep on rockin'

Mickie

StubHub offers parents ticket tips for Hannah Montana

StubHub, the world's largest ticket marketplace, has recognized the unparalleled demand for teen idol Hannah Montana’s upcoming nationwide tour, and in light of immediate sell-outs, is offering parents useful tips on finding tickets to her shows. Many fans have been recently disappointed when, despite logging online the minute an on-sale begins, no tickets were available for purchase. It’s an unfortunate reality of the primary distribution of tickets today, with Internet access inviting more buyers than ever before and limited numbers of tickets being made available to the general public.

Despite quick sell-outs, good news remains, as plenty of seats are being offered on StubHub’s ticket marketplace by those who were able to buy, some for as low as $65. The national average selling price for a Hannah Montana ticket on StubHub is an astounding $214. Her tour is currently the hottest selling tour of 2007 based on the dollar volume of tickets transacted through StubHub, outselling the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Justin Timberlake and Van Halen to date.

StubHub’s Tips for Parents
Remain patient, check StubHub daily for more reasonably priced tickets and wait for the market to adjust.
§ Sometimes waiting until a week before a show will yield the very best bargains and maybe a surprise for the little one who thought the show was sold out.

Set a price point that’s comfortable and within your budget. As the show approaches, keep your eyes peeled for price and location. If it appears, grab it before it’s gone. Sellers adjust prices daily on StubHub.
§ Consider attending shows in surrounding areas or on different dates. Ex. On StubHub, the average selling ticket price at the Times Union Center in Albany, NY to date is just $109, but the average price for the show at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY on 12/27 is $406. In some cases, it may be worth the drive for parents to save cash.

Other markets currently with more affordable price offers include:
Minneapolis, MN
Columbus, OH
Anaheim, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego, CA
Tampa, FL
Sunrise, FL
Charlotte, NC

Only use reputable sites like StubHub which has a FanProtect™ Guarantee, doesn’t share your credit card information with sellers and is recommended by the Better Business Bureau.
Hannah Montana Tickets also make great holiday presents for kids since she has a slew of concert dates in late December and January.

“The market driven prices for Hannah Montana’s wildly popular tour may are skewing high currently, not unlike a company whose stock price soars after a positive earnings announcement. Although some people are purchasing, sellers will eventually have to adjust their prices to attract buyers,” said StubHub spokesperson, Sean Pate. “Thankfully there are hundreds of tickets available for her shows across the country so the access and choice remains for fans.”

StubHub manages an online ticket marketplace for the fans, but doesn’t purchase or own any tickets for resale itself. Tickets listed on StubHub are being priced by the general public and asking prices vary from the reasonable to occasionally the insane.

Hannah Montana Resale Pricing Trends
StubHub has reviewed the top ten Hannah Montana shows with the highest average selling price and found that nine of these shows will go on sale to the general public this Saturday. Sellers who have early access to tickets will typically list higher prices early on but as more tickets are listed onto the site after a general on sale, supply increases and asking prices decrease.

Hannah Montana Shows with Highest Average Ticket Selling Price (at StubHub):
New York City (Nassau Coliseum, 12/27/07) - $406
Boston (Dunkin Donuts Center) - $383
Washington, D.C. (Verizon Center) - $376
Detroit (Palace of Auburn Hills) - $370
Atlantic City (Boardwalk Hall) - $364
New York City (Prudential Center,12/30/07) - $361
Hartford (Hartford Civic Center) - $359
Boston (DCU Center) - $359
Little Rock (Alltel Arena) - $355
Pittsburgh (Mellon Arena) - $346

Hannah Montana Shows with Lowest Avg. Resale Ticket Price (at StubHub)
Albany, NY (Times Union Center) - $109
SF Bay Area (Oracle Arena) - $158
Portland (Rose Garden) - $158
Salt Lake City (Energy Solutions Arena) - $159
San Diego (San Diego Sports Arena) - $159
Minneapolis (Target Center) - $160
Seattle (Key Arena) - $169
SF Bay Area (HP Pavilion) - $173
Columbus (Nationwide Arena) - $175
Chicago (iWireless Center) - $176

About StubHub
StubHub is the world’s largest ticket marketplace, enabling fans to buy and sell tickets at fair market value to a vast selection of sporting, concert, theater and other live entertainment events, even those that are "sold out." StubHub reinvented the ticket resale market in 2000 and continues to lead through innovation. The company's unique open marketplace, dedicated solely to tickets, provides all fans the choice to buy or sell their tickets in a safe, convenient, and highly reliable environment. All transactions are processed and delivered via StubHub's patent-pending FanNetworkSM ticket delivery service, supported by seven-day toll free customer service at 1-866-STUBHUB, and backed by an industry-first FanProtect™ Guarantee. Company partners include MLB.com and over 30 teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL and NCAA along with numerous media companies including AOL and CBS.

StubHub is an eBay company (NASDAQ: EBAY). For more information on StubHub, visit www.stubhub.com.

Classical accordion due from Poland to play in SoCal

All 26 concerts of the TLC 2007–2008 season are posted at: www.PalosVerdes.com/TLCmusic/

Event Classical Accordion Duo from PolandHubert Giziewski and Pawel Sulej
When Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.
Where Trinity Lutheran Church
1340 Eleventh Street, Manhattan Beach, CA
(3 blks east of Sepulveda & 1 blk south of Manhattan Beach Blvd.)
Admission Free, donations appreciated.
For more (310) 937-7275

Background
Hubert Giziewski and Pawel Sulej graduated with honours from Frederic Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw and are prize-winners of numerous competitions including the National Accordion Competition in Mlawa (2005), Concorso Internazionale Città di Castelfidardo (2006, Italy), Ibla International Music Competition (2005, Italy). As soloists and chamber music players they have performed in the world's leading concert halls including Suntory Hall (Japan), Carnegie Hall, Esplanade Art Center (Singapore), Polish Radio Concert Hall S1, and with the Warsaw National Philharmonic.
Program
J.S. Bach: Choral: Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV639
César Franck: Prelude, Fuge and Variations H-minor, Op.18
Leon Boëllmann: Gothic Suite
Waclav Trojan: Tarantella
Aram Khachaturian: Waltz from "Masquerade”
Cezary Paciorek: Polish Suite
Anatoly Shalaev: Winter
Georges Bizet/Vladimir Horowitz: Carmen Fantasy (arr. J. Lukasiewicz)
Astor Piazzolla: Adios Nonino
George Enescu: Romanian Rhapsody, Op.11 No.1 (arr. J. Lukasiewicz)
Hubert Giziewski's website: www.giziewski.com

Upcoming concerts around California

On Sale Saturday, September 29th at 10 AM:
M.I.A.
with special guests
The Cool Kids

The Wiltern
November 9th
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On Sale NOW:
CHAKA KHAN - Chaka Khan Foundation with The National Coalition of 100 Black Women benefit concert
November 25th
Gibson Amphitheatre

Tickets for September 30th performance will be honored on November 25th.

Dropkick Murphys album charts at #20

The DROPKICK MURPHYS have entered the Billboard Top 200 Album Chart at #20 by selling 28,168 copies of their highly anticipated THE MEANEST OF TIMES album in one week. The disc was also the #2 top-selling CD in Boston. THE MEANEST OF TIMES--their sixth full-length--marks the group's HIGHEST CHART DEBUT EVER and the first on their own Born & Bred Records in association with Warner Music Group's Independent Label Group.

THE MEANEST OF TIMES--which follows their breakthrough CD The Warriors Code, which debuted at #48 with 19,667 copies sold--is already garnering major critical praise, as evidenced below:

"Despite gaining mainstream exposure on last year's soundtrack to The Departed, Dropkick Murphys haven't softened their rough edges: The band's sixth album is a massive blast of exhalted noise via shouted, sore-throat choruses and brain crushing beats (along with a hint of bagpipes). But The Meanest of Times moves beyond just connecting the dots between working-class punk and ancient Celtic ditties, with surprisingly thoughtful songs that explore lives shaped by drunken violence and Catholicism--the brute fury of 'Shattered' alone provides reason enough to listen up."--Jon Young, SPIN, October 2007 (four-star review)

"Fiddles, mandolins, tin whistles and bagpipes continue to fight side-by-side with frenzied electric guitar, breathless bass lines, and hard hitting drums in the battle for punk domination. Whiskey, women, and wistfulness remain on the lyrical menu as does the band's familiar theme of family. In that regard, the devastating 'The State of Massachusetts' perfectly encapsulates the demons of parents whose children are placed in state care. Angry, joyous, danceable, gritty and Hub-specific, Meanest is everything you want in a Murphys record and a great inauguration for the band's newly minted indie label, Born & Bred Records." --Sarah Rodman, BOSTON GLOBE, September 25, 2007

"These seven Massachusetts guys know how to make even dire moments sound like a hot party. On their sixth album, fiddle, mandolin and other Gaelic accouterments adorn rave-ups like 'The State of Massachusetts,' reminding you they're a punk band with a Celtic twist. They're also songwriters--and good ones, too, preserving their party-boy reputation while turning out giant, soulful choruses on songs both manicured and memorable: Dig tunefully sotted jams like 'Tomorrow's Industry'..."--Christian Hoard, ROLLING STONE, September 20, 2007

"Nobody does Celtic punk better than the Dropkicks. And the Dropkicks have never done it better. Always competent at composing gutter poetry, hardcore jigs and smart, simple political tirades, this sixth full-length go-around ups both the folkie-Irish banjo picking and the breakneck singalongs. From the 'If I Should Fall From Grace With God'-inspired opener 'Famous For Nothing' to the bagpipe-fired 'Never Forget' there's nary a filler tune."--Jed Gottleib, BOSTON HERALD, September 18, 2007 (A- CD review)

"Dropkick Murphys play gruff punk with some rowdy Irish roots and offer no mercy for posers or phonies." --Jon Pareles, NEW YORK TIMES, September 14, 2007

"On The Meanest of Times they're in fine fettle and fighting trim...For the recording of 'Flanningan's Ball' a hard-charging many versed litany of drinking and dancing and donnybrooks, the band traveled to Ireland to record with the Pogues' Spider Stacey (whose voice is gravelly) and The Dubliners' legendary Ronnie Drew (whose voice sounds like gravel being pureed in a blender). The song is a stunner, which Casey and Barr trading verses with these two titans of Irish music, three generations demolishing Dorchester's Florian Hall from across the broad Atlantic."--Mike Millard, BOSTON PHOENIX, September 7, 2007 (cover story)

"Given that nothing seems to be broken--hell Martin Scorsese, who used their 'I'm Shipping Up To Boston' in his Oscar-winning The Departed, now name checks them in interviews--the Dropkick Murphys don't fuck with a good thing on The Meanest of Times. Famous for blending East Coast hardcore with whiskey-scorched Celtic folk, Beantown's favorite sons predictably make sure both are well represented... Proving the Murphys haven't forgotten their roots, the Gang Green-strength blast of hardcore that is 'Shattered' gives old-schoolers a reason to risk what's left of their teeth in the mosh pit. If anything has changed this time out, it's that the Murphys' Celtic songs sound more traditional than ever. The banjo-and-bagpipes-powered 'Fairmount Hill' practically bleeds unpasteurized Guinness, while the reeling '(F)lannigan's Ball' sounds like Saturday night in Dublin's suds-soaked Temple Bar district. It's all potent enough to make you reconsider your list of things to do before you die. If catching the Murphys in Boston for one of their infamous St. Patrick's Day shows isn't already a Top 10 mission, The Meanest of Times will convince you it's time to reprioritize." --Mike Usinger, ALTERNATIVE PRESS, October 2007 (4 out of 5 stars)

"These Boston punk-folk-sters owe a large musical debt to Irish punk-folksters the Pogues (payable, probably in Guinness). But if that's not a problem for Pogues singer Spider Stacy, who guests on '(F)lannigan's Ball,' then it's fine by us, given the gloriously raucous, hook-heavy nature of that track. Indeed, the bulk of the album consists of frenetic toe-tappers, such as the opener, 'Famous for Nothing,' which also showcases bagpiper Scruffy Wallace. And how can you dislike a band that has a bagpiper named Scruffy?" --Clark Collis, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, September 21, 2007.

"Beantown's favorite Celtic-punk rockers are back with their sixth studio album, "The Meanest of Times," celebrating family, loyalty and remembering where you came from. The band's in fine form, continuing its decade-old tradition of telling plain-speaking stories that don't need interpretation in rousing song. --Maxine Shen, NEW YORK POST, September 18, 2007

Catch the DROPKICK MURPHYS--KEN CASEY (vocals, bass guitar), AL BARR (vocals), MATT KELLY (drums, backing vocals), JAMES LYNCH (guitar, backing vocals), TIM BRENNAN (mandolin, accordion, banjo, bouzouki, tin whistle, and acoustic guitar), MARC ORRELL (guitar, accordion, piano, backing vocals) and SCRUFFY WALLACE (bagpipes)--on the road in the following cities below and go to www.dropkickmurphys.com for additional information.

Upcoming Tour Dates:
Thu 9/27 Atlanta, GA Masquerade
Sun 9/30 Boston, MA The Avalon
Fri 11/2 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern Theater
Sat 11/3 San Francisco, CA The Warfield
Sun 11/4 Chico, CA Senator Theater
Mon 11/5 Eugene, OR McDonald Theater
Tue 11/6 Vancouver, BC Commodore
Thu 11/8 Calgary, AB MacEwan Hall
Fri 11/9 Edmonton, AB Events Center
Sun 11/11 Minneapolis, MN The Myth
Mon 11/12 Milwaukee, WI The Eagles Club
Tue 11/13 Cincinnati, OH Bogart's
Wed 11/14 Detroit, MI Fillmore @ State Theater
Thu 11/15 Rochester, NY Water Street
Fri 11/16 Toronto, ON Kool Haus
Sat 11/17 Montreal, QC Metropolis
Sun 11/18 Burlington, VT Higher Ground

www.myspace.com/dropkickmurphys

Free Media Orphan performance tonight

Hello Friends,

We are inviting You and your friends to our acoustic 21+ free acoustic show at The fabulous "Press" in Claremont this Friday, September 28,2007 @ 10pm!!!!
Come on down, sit down, order some really good food and drink and enjoy a night of good music and comedy from none other than your beloved, "Media Orphan"!
See you there and tell a friend or two!!!

Media Orphan
9/28/2007 10:00 PM -
The Press (Acoustic)
129 Harvard Avenue Claremont,
California 91711
Cost: Free!
This is a 21+ show after 9 pm no exceptions
standing room only after 9:30 pm

We will be playing from 10 til closing time!
For information: (909) 625-4808 www.thepressrestaurant.com

www.mediaorphan.com
www.myspace.com/mediaorphan
www.cdbaby.com/mediaorphan
www.digstation.com/mediaorphan
www.soncbids.com/mediaorphan
www.soundclick.com/mediaorphan

Catch rare performance at DeclareYourself.com

In a stunning collision of energy, empowerment and celebration, Chester Bennington, lead vocalist of Grammy-winning, multi-platinum rock band Linkin Park, joined Camp Freddy onstage last night for an unforgettable performance of Alice Cooper’s “I’m Eighteen.” Marking the high point of Declare Yourself’s “Hollywood Celebrates 18” event held in Los Angeles, the live track can only be heard exclusively on the Declare Yourself website (www.DeclareYourself.com).
Founded by Norman Lear, Declare Yourself is the national nonpartisan, nonprofit youth voter initiative aimed at empowering and encouraging America’s 18-year-olds to register and vote in the 2008 primaries and general election. “Hollywood Celebrates 18” was co-hosted by Lear with popular television star Hayden Panettiere (“Heroes”). The historic event also drew some of today’s most influential celebrities including Justin Timberlake, Kristin Bell, Chris Chaney, Sasha Cohen, Nick Cannon, Lauren Conrad, Nick D’Agosto, Julianne Hough, Dave Lieberman, Seth MacFarlane, Heidi Montag, Billy Morrison, Dave Navarro, Adrian Pasdar, Stephen Perkins, Plain White T’s, Zachary Quinto, Romeo, and Rumer Willis.
“I'm Eighteen” was originally recorded by Cooper in 1970 and became an instant classic. The crowd in attendance shouted the chorus as Camp Freddy members re-imagined the song as a rousing anthem with Bennington of Linkin Park on lead vocals, Chris Chaney of Jane’s Addiction on bass, Dave Navarro of Jane’s Addiction on guitar, Stephen Perkins of Jane’s Addiction on drums and Billy Morrison of The Cult on guitar.
"Nothing speaks louder to today’s young people more than music, and no song is more perfect for our campaign than “I’m Eighteen,” said Marc Morgenstern, executive director of Declare Yourself. “Research shows that if someone registers and votes when they first become eligible at 18, they become a life-long voter.”
In addition to the exclusive “I’m 18” performance, declareyourself.com includes an on-line registration form and information covering voting in every state. Major Declare Yourself partners include Cricket Communications, Inc. (Presenting Sponsor), Yahoo! (Premier Online Information Partner), MySpace (Premier Social Networking Partner), Google, Evite, GOOD, Clear Channel, Comedy Central, American Eagle Outfitters and Starbucks. .
About Declare Yourself
Declare Yourself is the national nonpartisan, nonprofit campaign to energize and empower every eligible 18-year-old in America to register and vote in the 2008 primaries and presidential election. Partnering with leaders in education, the entertainment industry, popular online destinations and media outlets, the fashion industry and retailers, Declare Yourself registered well over 1.2 million people in the 2004 and 2006 elections at www.DeclareYourself.com. Declare Yourself, founded by Norman Lear, was launched in 2003 as the culmination of the Declaration of Independence Road Trip, a nationwide multi-media exhibit and tour of an original copy of the Declaration of Independence.

Support local music

"Aiken's guitar work is astonishing, especially as much of it, including slide, is on 12 strings…making this disc required listening for anyone who thinks s/he plays the blues or owns a 12 string…" -Tom Petersen, Victory Review Magazine, Dec 2005

CONCERTS AT THE BODIE HOUSE
in Agoura Hills
presents
Caroline Aiken
Saturday, Oct 13, 2007 8PM
Donation: $15 (All proceeds go to the musician)
Dessert/Appetizer Bar (food contributions appreciated)
RSVP:818-621-8309 or BodieHouse@aol.com
(Directions given upon RSVP)
WWW.BodieHouse.com

Caroline’s performances are known for emanating a high level of infectious energy and jaw dropping guitar playing. Her genre spans many styles: rock/blues/folk/country to southern roots. She is not only an accomplished singer/songwriter but also a respected musician that can cut it up on a 12-string guitar and woo the crowds with her piano ballads. She has recorded and shared stages with The Indigo Girls and Bonnie Raitt in venues such as San Antonio’s Majestic Theater, Denver’s Red Rocks, and Berkeley’s Greek Theater. Caroline’s performance history includes headlining at the Kerrville TX’s Music Festival; Headlining at Mendocino Music Festival; Seattle’s Bumbershoot; Folk Life Festival; NY’s Falcon Ridge; Northern California’s High Sierra Music Festival, and more.
In May 2006 she embarked on a 2 month European tour including an invitation to be the first woman guitarist to teach and perform at the famed Schörndorf Guitar Festival in Germany. She also played in England, Wales, Germany, Belgium and Holland to sold-out crowds. She returned to the U.S. to headline at the prestigious Mendocino Music Festival to standing ovations, and will be headlining Labor Day at Kerrville Wine and Music Festival and ending the year as a headliner at the Moab Music Festival.

Here is what just some of the critics and fans are saying about Caroline Aiken:

“Anyone who’s ever heard the sultry, bluesy voice of Caroline Aiken knows she’s the real deal. She infuses each song with true grit and years of performing experience, sanding down the rough edges just a little with her soft Southern drawl.”
-Mare Wakefield, DIY Salute, Performing Songwriter Magazine, 2005

"Caroline Aiken, often sighted as one of the cornerstones of the Decatur folk movement, has long been at the forefront of modern folk and acoustic expression… Her soothing, fine wood-grain voice purrs with a youthful innocence one minute, then growls like a wise old blue singer the next, marking each song with her trademark, time-honed stamp of quality."
- Georgia Music Magazine, July 2005

"…. Your performance was absolutely stellar. You made a bunch of new fans if the reactions I heard from the people was any indication. I can speak for one avid new fan who is very definitely going to be following anything you do---and that's me. Your stage presence and musicianship was fully as good or better than anything I have ever seen, and I've been a concert goer for most of my 50 something years. I will remember your version of "Madman Across the Water" as long as I have a memory…"
-Ken Krauss, Mendocino Music Festival Marketing Director, August 2006

Upcoming concerts:
10/13/07 Caroline Aiken 8PM
11/2-4/07 FAR-West Conference, Vancouver, WA
1/26/2008 Steve Seskin 8PM
2/2008 Kenny Edwards & Nina Gerber with Freddy Koella
3/15/08 The Buccaneers 8PM
4/12/08 Batdorf & Rodney 8PM
4/26/08 Jim Photoglo 8PM
7/19/08 Katherin Shorr & Crosby Loggins

Renee Bodie Concerts at the Bodie House
www.BodieHouse.comBodieHouse@aol.com
Vice-President Folk Alliance Regional West Board
www.FAR-West.org
4th Annual Conference:
November 2-4, 2007
Portland, OR
818-621-8309 (cell)

High On Fire and Pelican team up for tour

HIGH ON FIRE and PELICAN will team up for co-headlining European tour this Winter. The tour is set to kick-off on November 14 in The Netherlands and continue on for five-weeks covering ground all-across Europe.

This tour will come on the heels of HIGH ON FIRE’s current North American headlining tour with MONO, PANTHERS, and COLISEUM. HIGH ON FIRE launched their ‘Death Is This Communion World Tour’ in early September with a brief European run before embarking upon North America. A complete listing of confirmed HIGH ON FIRE tour dates can be found below with more to be announced shortly.

HIGH ON FIRE saw the release of their brand new album Death Is This Communion on September 18 in North America (September 24 internationally). The band recently lensed a video for Death Is This Communion track “Rumors of War” that is scheduled to make its world premier on Monday, October 1st. “Rumors of War” can be heard now via the band’s MySpace: www.MySpace.com/HighOnFireSlays.

www.HIGHONFIRE.net

HIGH ON FIRE tour dates:

***All Dates From September 28 thru October 29 w/ MONO, PANTHERS, COLISEUM***

September 28 Houston, TX Meridian Red Room
September 29 New Orleans, LA One Eyed Jacks
October 1 Knoxville, TN Blue Cats
October 2 Athens, GA 40 Watt Club
October 3 Asheville, NC Orange Peel
October 4 Wilmington, NC Soapbox
October 5 Richmond, VA Toad’s Place
October 6 Baltimore, MD Rams Head Live
October 7 Philadelphia, PA Theater of Living Arts
October 8 New York, NY Webster Hall
October 9 Brooklyn, NY Williamsburg Music Hall
October 11 Cambridge, MA Middle East
October 12 Providence, RI Living Room
October 13 Montreal, QC Les Saints
October 14 Toronto, ON Opera House
October 16 Buffalo, NY Showplace Theater
October 17 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop
October 18 Detroit, MI Magic Stick
October 19 Chicago, IL Double Door
October 20 Madison, WI High Noon Saloon
October 21 Minneapolis, MN First Avenue
October 24 Vancouver, BC Richards on Richards
October 25 Seattle, WA Crocodile Café
October 26 Portland, OR Dante’s
October 28 San Francisco, CA Independent
October 29 San Francisco, CA Independent

***All Dates From November 11 thru December 18 w/ PELICAN***

November 14 Groningen, NL Vera
November 15 Hamburg, DE Hafenklang
November 16 Copenhagen, DK Loppen
November 17 Gothenburg, SE Sticky Fingers
November 18 Oslo, NO Garage
November 19 Stockholm, SE Debaser
November 21 Berlin, DE Maria Am Ufer
November 22 Leipzig, DE UT Connewitz
November 23 Wroclaw, PL Firlej
November 24 Prague, CZ Rock Café
November 25 Vienna, AT Arena
November 26 Innsbruck, AT Pmk
November 27 Milan, IT Music Drome
November 28 Geneva, CH L’Usine
November 29 Toulouse, FR Les Vents Du Sud
November 30 Barcelona, ES Sala Be Cool
December 1 Madrid, ES Moby Dick
December 2 Angouleme, FR La Nef
December 3 Nantes, FR Olympic
December 5 Paris, FR La Locomotive (w/ MONO)
December 7 Athens, GR AN Club
December 8 Brussels, BE VK (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 10 Belfast, NIRE Limelight
December 11 Dublin, IRE Whelans
December 12 Sunderland, UK Independent (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 13 Glasgow, SCOT Oran Mor (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 14 Bristol, UK Cooler (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 15 Birmingham, UK Barfly (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 16 Sheffield, UK Corporation (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 17 London, UK ULU (w/ PRIESTBIRD)
December 18 Den Bosch, NL W2 (w/ PRIESTBIRD)


“If you play this record backwards, you'll still hear voices telling you to break shit, get arrested, and drink Jägermeister. They just might suggest you read a history book, too.” – VILLAGE VOICE

“the deeper you go into the record, the more reassured you become that these musicians know what they’re great at.” – NEW YORK TIMES

“if there were a list of heavy metal commandments, number 666 would read: “Thou shalt devote thyself to the worship of High On Fire”. Every riff Matt Pike unleashes is beyond colossal...Pay your respects.” – KERRANG!

“Already regarded as one of modern metal's most face-meltingly fantastic bands, High on Fire further solidifies its reputation with Death is This Communion, the Oakland trio's fourth, most commanding album.” – SAN FRANCISCO WEEKLY

“No longer the best stoner-metal band in the land, High on Fire is now clearly, simply one of the country's best metal bands, period.” – DALLAS OBSERVER

“shirtless metal somewhere between Motorhead's biker thunder and Slayer's muscular riffology. Still far and away one of the best metal acts going.” – AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN

“the trio will steamroll your senses -- a year of nonstop touring behind 2005's Blessed Black Wings has made the already tight HoF an unstoppable metal monster” – NEW TIMES
"the apocalypse's doomy, amp-destroying fifth horseman... galloping mammoth metal" - SPIN

"unbelievably heavy...massive crunching riffs and drums that slam like vault doors" - REVOLVER

"HIGH ON FIRE build a temple to The Riff and preach its word as loudly as humanly possible" - AUSTIN CHRONICLE

"For a band getting as much crossover attention as they do, locals High on Fire have remained staunchly, unapologetically metal over the years. Celtic Frost-meets-the Melvins riffage, topped off with vocals so hoarse they make Lemmy sound like a choirboy." - SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN

"the sound of the planet getting broadsided by a shower of asteroids, and the crushing terror of 20-story stone beasts methodically obliterating everything in their path with each malevolent stomp. And you won't want it to end." - PHOENIX NEW TIMES

Toby Keith and Steven Tyler added to Hank Williams Jr. tribute

Toby Keith and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler have been added to the all-star lineup for CMT GIANTS: HANK WILLIAMS, JR which honors the extraordinary life and music of the legendary Hank Williams Jr. The two hour special, CMT GIANTS: HANK WILLIAMS, JR, will be taped before a live audience on Thursday, October 25 at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles and tickets are on sale now. The previously announced line-up includes performances by superstars Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Kid Rock, Gretchen Wilson, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Buddy Guy, with more soon to be announced. Jimmy Kimmel and Terry Bradshaw are slated to present. CMT GIANTS: HANK WILLIAMS, JR will premiere on CMT on Saturday, November 17 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
The CMT GIANTS franchise began last year when Reba McEntire was honored for her stellar career by such stars as Faith Hill, Trisha Yearwood, Kelly Clarkson, Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles, LeAnn Rimes, Megan Mullally, Wynonna and Dolly Parton, each of whom paid tribute to Reba by lending their voices to her biggest hits.
CMT GIANTS is produced by Tom Forrest and Tailight TV. John Hamlin and Margaret Comeaux serve as executive producers for CMT.

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Country Music Hall of Famer Charlie Louvin of the Louvin Brothers is coming to Los Angeles for ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!

SIN CITY is COMPLETELY THRILLED AND HONORED to have him as our guest at THE MINT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4th Doors open at 7pm Advance tickets are ONLY $25 www.groovetickets.com

What does a legendary artist do when they turn 80?! Make some records and hit the road!!!

Since his birthday in July, Charlie’s been on the road with Lucinda Williams and playing some big ass festivals (Bonneroo, SF’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass and Big State Festival in Texas) - not too shabby! Charlie's recent self-titled album, which pairs the 80 year old star with Jeff Tweedy, Elvis Costello, George Jones, Will Oldham and more, has received widespread praise from Mojo, The New York Times, Pitchfork and others.
Louvin will release a live album on October 30, 2007 on the Tompkins Square label via Junket Boy distribution (http://www.thinkindie.com/). The album was recorded live at Shake It Records in Cincinnati Ohio in May of 2007.
SPECIAL GUESTS include
THE HORSE THIEVES (8pm) This traditional old timey country/honky tonk band features some pretty amazing folks and you won’t want to miss their historic debut show!
Toby (singer from Jackass)
Brent (bassist Social D, Deke Dickerson, playing guitar/ drums in this combo)
Johnny Two Bags (guitarist w/ Social D, Youth Brigade, DI, etc...)
Sam (Dick Dale, Agent Orange Slacktone)
You can check out a little action on YouTube to see what they’re all about!http://youtube.com/watch?v=7rDPyDHhlls
Following Charlie Louvin (around 11 pm) we’ll have a very special birthday celebration going on ... featuring performances from:
MIKE STINSON
THE PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS
RATTLESNAKE DADDY
(feat. Ryan Hedgecock from Lone Justice!)
AND
Members of
THE COUSIN LOVERS!
** IF you’re only coming for the late night B'day celebration – mention SIN CITY and get in for $5 **
THE MINT
6010 Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
323.954.9400
** call for dinner/table reservations **
If you don’t live in LA, be sure to check out the following Charlie Louvin appearances in your town...
10/5/07 Saratoga CA Carriage House Theater
10/6/07 San Francisco CA Amoeba Records in store
10/7/07 San Francisco CA Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festiva
l10/12/07 Austin TX Waterloo Records in store
10/13/07 College Station TX Big State Music Festival

Other interesting SIN CITY stuff...
Emmylou Added To AMA Awards Show
09/10/2007
COURTESEY OF www.musicrow.com/section/AS030/6
Emmylou Harris, The Hacienda Brothers and Elizabeth Cook are the latest additions to the performer line-up at the Nov. 1 2007 Americana Honors and Awards Show at the Ryman Auditorium. Americana Music Association Executive Director Jed Hilly made the announcement Sept. 7 during an event at the Mint in Los Angeles, presented by Cary Baker’s conqueroo and Shilah Morrow’s Sin City, and featuring a performance by Jim Lauderdale. Hilly also revealed that this year’s President’s Award will be given posthumously to Townes Van Zandt, whose friend Guy Clark will accept and perform a tribute. Noting the importance of L.A.’s Americana community, Hilly added that the Sat., Nov. 3 Americana Music Festival and Conference closing party will be hosted by the Sin City All Stars, in conjunction with Nashville based Thirty Tigers.
Other confirmed performers for the AMA Awards are Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby, Joe Ely, Amy LaVere and the Avett Brothers. Details on the conference and awards at www.americanamusic.org.

GO READ Mama Shi’s interview regarding CREEPY LA and HALLOWEEN http://creepyla.com/blog/

OCTOBER GIG GUIDE !
SIN CITY RECOMMENDS
TONIGHT – 9/27
JESSE DAYTON @ THE BROKEN SPOKE – AUSTIN TX 9pm

FRIDAY, 9/28
THE COUSIN LOVERS & PARK LANE TWIN @ THE MINT – LOS ANGELES, CA

MUCKLEWAIN SOUTHERN AMERICAN FESTIVAL – PINEWOOD, TN September 28-29 (www.mucklewain.com) . They've got Todd Snider, Drivin' n' Cryin', Blue Mountain, Jason Isbell + MORE

SATURDAY, 9/29
BRIGHT EYES + YO LA TENGO & M WARD @ THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL – HOLLYWOOD, CA

THE HIGH SOCIETY w/ special guests THE GOOD LISTENERS, QUINCY COLEMAN and MIRANDA LEE RICHARDS @ The Bordello – Downtown, LA 9pm

MIKE STINSON @ Pappy & Harriet’s – Pioneertown, CA - playing 2 sets from 7pm – 11 pm

JUNK GYPSYS’s FLEA MARKET @ WARRENTON ANTIQUES WEEK (runs thru Sat. 10/6)– WARRENTON, TX ** visit our friends at www.gypsyville.com for more info.!

SUNDAY, 9/30
GRAND OLE ECHO w/ MIKE STINSON, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS AND DAVE GLEASON @ THE ECHO – ECHO PARK, CA

TRAVIS HOWARD @ MOLLY MALONES – LOS ANGELES, CA

HEYBALE @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

MONDAY, 10/1
ROCKTOBERFEST w/ TIM JONES, JIM BIANCO + MORE @ HOTEL CAFÉ – HOLLYWOOD, CA

TUESDAY, 10/2
THE DESERTERS (feat. Jonny Kaplan) & THE COUSIN LOVERS @ MOLLY MALONE’S – LOS ANGELES, CA

RONNIE MACK’S BARNDANCE w/ THE LONESOME SPURS, DAVID SERBY + MORE @ EL CID – SILVERLAKE, CA

THE MOTHER TRUCKERS – HAMM event @ TRIANGLE PARK (FREE)

WEDNESDAY, 10/3
RATTLESNAKE DADDY (feat. Ryan Hedgecock /Lone Justice), MIKE STINSON, TOM FREUND & WALTER SALAS (The Silos) @ The Cinema Bar – Culver City, CA 8 pm (free)

RYAN BINGHAM (LOST HIGHWAY – “MESCALITO” CD RELEASE PARTY ) with special guests MARC FORD & MIKE STARR @ The King King - Hollywood 9pm (free)

THURSDAY, 10/4
JESSE DAYTON @ THE BROKEN SPOKE – AUSTIN, TX

THE MOTHER TRUCKERS (HAPPY HOUR) @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

FRIDAY, 10/5
WHISKEY BISCUIT @ SPACELAND – SILVERLAKE, CA

CHRIS LATERZO @ ABULITA’S – TOPANGA, CA

WANDA JACKSON @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

SATURDAY 10/6
GRANADA HILLS STREET FAIR w/ MERLE JAGGER, RANCHO DELUXE, DAVE GLEASON AND DJ COWBOY NIKE

SUNDAY, 10/7
TARFEST! W/ STEWBOSS + MORE! ALL AGES/FREE @ LA BREA TAR PITS (parking lot) 2 pm

NICOLE GORDON @ HOTEL CAFÉ – HOLLYWOOD, CA

HEYBALE! @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX 9pm

GREG GARING @ MOMO’S – AUSTIN, TX 8 pm

JESSE DAYTON @ CLUB RED – PHOENIX, AZ

MONDAY, 10/8
SUNNY SWEENY @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

JOHN PRINE @ CERRITOS PERF. ARTS CENTER – CERRITOS, CA

WEDNESDAY, 10/10
EMMYLOU HARRIS @ CERRITOS PERF. ARTS CENTER – CERRITOS, CA

THE MOTHER TRUCKERS @ PLUSH – TUCSON, AZ

THURSDAY, 10/11
JESSE DAYTON @ THE BROKEN SPOKE – AUSTIN, TX

THE MOTHER TRUCKERS @ THE RHYTHM ROOM – PHOENIX, AZ

FRIDAY, 10/12
SIN CITY PRESENTS
THE HACIENDA BROTHERS (CD RELEASE SHOW!) w/ special guests THE MOTHER TRUCKERS and MIKE STINSON @ THE MINT – LOS ANGELES, CA 8PM

RED ARROW ART GALLERY (Joshua Tree, CA) PRESENTS “THIS MACHINE...” ART SHOW FEATURING NEW ARTWORK FROM NEW WEST RECORDING ARTIST TIM EASTON AND OUR FAVORITE ART DIRECTOR CHRIS KRO! Artist Reception from 7:00 – 10:00 PM on Friday, Oct. 12th BUT The show will remain on display through November 4th, 2007 - The Red Arrow Gallery - 61010 Twenty-nine Palms HWY, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

RYAN BINGHAM “MESCALITO” CD RELEASE PARTY @ STUBBS – AUSTIN, TX

SATURDAY, 10/13
WEST COAST GRAND + ALAN B SHEPHERD MEMORIAL ORCHESTRA + NICOLE GORDON @ CINEMA BAR – CULVER CITY, CA

DEVENDRA BANHART @ ORPHEUM THEATER – LOS ANGELES, CA

THE GOURDS @ THREADGILLS – AUSTIN, TX

SUNDAY, 10/14
GRAND OLE ECHO w/ DEAD ROCK WEST + DAVID SERBY + MORE @ THE ECHO – ECHO PARK, CA

HEYBALE! @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

WEDNESDAY, 10/17
BOBBY JOYNER + FRIENDS @ FALCON – HOLLYWOOD, CA

THURSDAY, 10/18
JESSE DAYTON @ THE BROKEN SPOKE @ AUSTIN, TX

THE GOUGERS CD LISTENING PARTY + SHOW @ MOMO’S - AUSTIN, TX ** This great new Texas alt. country band was produced by Keith Gattis! - be sure to check em out! **

GREG GARING @ PATSY’S COWGIRL CAFÉ – AUSTIN, TX

FRIDAY, 10/19
SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS @ The Echo – Echo Park, CA

SATURDAY 10/20
JOSHUA TREE ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL - JOSHUA TREE, CA
Featuring THE AVETT BROTHERS, HOT BUTTERED RUM, THE GREENCARDS, SOUTH AUSTIN JUG BAND, REV. PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND AND MORE!

50 CENT HAIRCUT @ FARMERS MARKET FALL FESTIVAL – LOS ANGELES, CA

BOBBY BARE JR. + LUCERO @ THE EL REY – LOS ANGELES, CA

BROTHERS & SISTERS @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

SUNDAY, 10/21
AUSTIN HANKS + TRAVIS HOWARD @ MOLLY MALONE’S – LOS ANGELES, CA

JOSHUA TREE ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL – JOSHUA TREE, CA **SEE ABOVE ** visit www.joshuatreemusicfestival.com for schedule!

HEYBALE! @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX 9pm

TUESDAY, 10/23
RANCH PARTY w/ MERLE JAGGER + WELL DIGGERS BANQUET @ SPACELAND

WEDNESDAY, 10/24
KELLY WILLIS @ SAFARI SAMS – HOLLYWOOD, CA

GRAND OLE ECHO ** SPECIAL FAREWELL PARTY ** WITH TRACY HUFFMAN & MULE

THURSDAY, 10/25
JESSE DAYTON @ THE BROKEN SPOKE

JAMES WISLEY (ex Chris Isaak guitar player! Remember the lead on “Wicked Game”... @ MOLLY MALONE’S – LOS ANGELES, CA

FRIDAY, 10/26
VINTAGE ROADHOUSE EXTRAVAGANZA w/ JESSE DAYTON, THE MOTHER TRUCKERS @ THE CONTINENTAL CLUB – AUSTIN, TX

KRIS KRISTOFFERSON @ PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY – MALIBU, CA

MIKE STINSON BAND @ CINEMA BAR – CULVER CITY, CA

DAVE GLEASON + RANCHO DELUXE @ SW HILL COUNTRY – ALTA DENA, CA

SATURDAY, 10/27
JOHN DOE @ MC CABE’S – SANTA MONICA, CA

SUNDAY, 10/28
GRAND OLE ECHO CELEBRATES KIM GRANT’S B’DAY w/ OLD CALIFORNIO + MIKE STINSON + MORE @ THE ECHO – ECHO PK, CA

TUESDAY, 10/30
SHELBY LYNNE @ THE IVAR THEATER – HOLLYWOOD, CA

WEDNESDAY, 10/31 – HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
AMERICANA MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE – NASHVILLE, TN www.americanamusic.org

Shilah MorrowSin City Social Club
www.sincitysocialclub.com
www.myspace.com/sincityshilah
www.amoeba.comwww.myspace.com/topangadays
www.jessedayton.com
www.stagrecords.com

The Sin City Social Club is a renegade collective of musicians, artists, industry and fans, brought together by shared appreciation of the art and culture that blur the lines between classic, outlaw & alt. country, punk rock, roots, americana, southern rock and indie singer songwriters. We turn tastemakers around the world onto the music and art we love thru our Sin City Social Club Cd Samplers (now in it’s 9th vol.), Live shows we produce in LA, Austin and Nashville, In flight audio programming and thru our home away from home on the internet. ** Wherever you are, Sin City is a state of mind! **

The Real Tuesday Weld offers new effort

Vintage English songster, Stephen Coates a.k.a. The Real Tuesday Weld, shines on WNYC’s Soundcheck, YouTube takes notice and features the inventive Elliot Kew directed “Cloud Cuckooland” video.

“The London Book of The Dead gives yesterday's music its due, and in the process brings an elegance and refinement to the sounds of today.” – Miami New Times

“The London Book of The Dead reverberates with echoes of everything from Tin Pan Alley to Tom Waits.” – Metromix

The Real Tuesday Weld a.k.a. Stephen Coates recently appeared on WNYC’s Soundcheck with John Schaefer . Coates discussed his album The London Book of The Dead, his inspirations, and life growing up in England. Schaefer described The Real Tuesday Weld as “Serge Gainsbourg and Cole Porter on Absinthe creating an old-fashioned radio play.” YouTube has also taken notice of Coates and is currently featuring The Real Tuesday Weld’s new video for the The London Book of The Dead track “Cloud Cuckooland.”

The first thing that strikes you about any album by The Real Tuesday Weld is the fact that every element in Coates’ compositions seems to be drawn from sources many decades old. The second thing that strikes you is that his music sounds completely new.

For Coates, the breakthrough in his professional journey came in the form of a pair of surreal dreams in which he was visited by the legendary English music hall singer Al Bowlly and the late actress Tuesday Weld. These experiences convinced him to focus on a career in music and eventually led to the recording of The Valentine EP, which would be followed shortly by the full-length When Cupid Meets Psyche.

His sophomore album and debut on Six Degrees is a deeply complex and lovely full-length CD titled I, Lucifer. The album is a conceived soundtrack to Glen Duncan’s (Coates’ friend and former flatmate) book of the same name about the Devil’s take on humanity.

Coates’s follow-up release on Six Degrees, The Return of The Clerkenwell Kid, continued to develop what Coates has come to call his “antique beat” sound, putting modern technology to the task of creating new music out of a kaleidoscopic array of old sound sources. The sound of The Return of The Clerkenwell Kid was somewhat different from that of its predecessor, but the modus operandi remained basically the same and no one would ever mistake it for anything other than an album by The Real Tuesday Weld.

This brings us back to his latest, and anxiously awaited, album for the Six Degrees label. The London Book of The Dead may sound at first like a startlingly morose title, but in fact it’s more whimsically humorous than morbid. It refers to the Bardo Thodol (or “Tibetan Book of The Dead”), which describes the passage of the soul from the end of one life to the beginning of another.

“I thought it would be funny if there were a book like that for the English,” says Coates. “The album felt like that to me – a way of moving from one state to another, and all set against the backdrop of this city.”

Amongst the whimsy and humor are lyrical concerns drifting between such weighty topics as death, religious faith, honesty, drugs, and disease. The songs are informed in part by Coates’s own recent passage through several significant events: “Last year I became a father, and then two weeks later my own father died,” he says. “So I was in this kind of psychic spin between birth and death, and this album came out of that in some way.”

“The Real Tuesday Weld is a pop magician breathing new life into a world of vintage, dust-scratched music, inspired by old-time heroes like Cole Porter and raunchy baroque popster Serge Gainsbourg. Waving his wand over everything from dusty country and western to doo-wop, Coates gives this ancient warehouse of sounds a twenty-first century makeover, resplendent with the finest beats, breaks and samples.” – Time Out London

“By mixing flapper jazz with oddball computer instrumentation, Coates has… headed into uncharted territory... Where most down-tempo electronic music aims lazily at dinner parties or weed-addled folk lazing on sofas, The Real Tuesday Weld conjures an era when the chaise lounge was king and the smoking jacket mandatory.” – The London Telegraph

“The superbly arranged, wickedly clever textures and beats will set your toes to tapping, but its bittersweet melodies will linger for days and weeks.” – LA Weekly

“Imagine an English-speaking Serge Gainsbourg rolling around Tin Pan Alley with synthesizer in hand.” – The New Yorker

“Pairing Portishead’s dark theatrics with Serge Gainsbourg’s dirty-old-man mirth, Coates’ melancholic take on love is devilishly good!” – Wired

The London Book of The Dead Tracklisting:
01. Blood Sugar Love
02. The Decline and Fall of The Clerkenwell Kid
03. It's A Wonderful Li(f)e
04. Cloud Cuckooland
05. Kix
06. Love Sugar Blood
07. I Loved London
08. I Believe
09. Song For William
10. Waltz For One
11. Ruth Roses and Revolvers
12. Dorothy Parker Blue
13. Last Words
14. Into The Trees
15. Bringing The Body Back Home
16. Aparte

On The Web:
www.tuesdayweld.com
www.myspace.com/therealtuesdayweld
www.youtube.com/therealtuesdayweld
www.sixdegreesrecords.com
www.myspace.com/sixdegreesrecords
www.fanaticpromotion.com/current/real_london.html

Neko Case to re-release effort with bonus material

Respected and beloved singer/songwriter Neko Case will see the re-release of her acclaimed 2006 album Fox Confessor Brings The Flood with the addition of a five-song bonus disc from Anti- on November 6th, 2007. The label will also serve-up straight reissues of 2000’s Furnace Room Lullaby - - which was recorded as Neko Case and Her Boyfriends - - and 2002’s Blacklisted on the same date.

Bonus material for the updated version of Fox Confessor will boast a previously unreleased demo version of the song “Behind The House,” plus a four-song sampler that includes full-length versions of Blacklisted excerpts “Deep Red Bells” and “I Wish I Was The Moon,” plus the title track from Furnace Room Lullaby and the album’s first cut “Set Out Running.”

Originally issued on March 7th, 2006, Fox Confessor Brings The Flood topped a myriad of the year’s “Best of” lists and has been unanimously praised. Entertainment Weekly called it “Her finest album” while Spin raved, “Her majestically outsize voice is one of pop music’s best.” Newsweek wrote, “With a big soaring voice belting out songs full of eerie, enigmatic poetry, Case sounds like the brooding sister of Patsy Cline or Loretta Lynn” and The Washington Post added, “Her out of this world voice brings instant chills.”

In a four-and-a-half star review of 2002’s Blacklisted was listed as “highly recommended” by All Music Guide, and described as “a personal exploration of the heart and soul that proves sad and beautiful can often walk hand in hand.”

As for Furnace Room Lullaby, Interview dubbed it a “deceptively effortless shot at high art, each tune alternately smoky and barbed-wire taut with more than a taste of rainforest melancholy.”

2007 has been a tremendously busy year for Neko. Currently on tour with the indie rock band The New Pornographers in support of their new album Challengers, Case recently wrapped a successful tour with Rufus Wainwright.

System of a Down's John Dolmayan lauches Torpedo Comics

With multi-Platinum rock band System of a Down currently on hiatus and his Scars on Broadway project with SOAD's Daron Malakian in the early stages, drummer John Dolmayan will fulfill his other passion of comic books and collectibles by launching Torpedo Comics (http://www.torpedocomics.com/ ), an exclusively Internet-based retail store.
Torpedo Comics goes live on November 1, 2007, and will boast some 15-million items - comic books, toys, graphic novels, trade paperbacks, superhero action figures and other comic book-related memorabilia, ranging in price from 99-cents to six-figures.
Dolmayan, who has been collecting comic books since he was 12, houses Torpedo Comics' inventory in a just-completed 30,000-square foot warehouse in Las Vegas, NV where he now lives. He employs a staff of 25 who catalogue and care for rare items like Sensation Comics issue #1 (the first solo series featuring Wonder Woman), just about every key issue of Marvel and DC comics including Marvel Comics' issue #1, multiple copies of Giant Size X-Men #1, plus superhero action figures from Marvel, X-Men, Superman, and Batman titles.
Torpedo Comics will also offer original comic art, created between the 1940s and the present, by some 150 different artists, including Jim Lee, Art Adams, Bernie Wrightson, and Alejandro Gaza.
Dolmayan incorporated his love for comic books into the drum kit that he played during System of a Down's 2006 tour. Dolmayan contacted 22 of his favorite comic book artists, including Jim Lee, Simon Bisley, Kevin Eastman, Neal Adams and Bill Sienkiewicz, were each sent various pieces of the drum kit onto which they drew original illustrations.
As for Dolmayan and Malakian's Scars on Broadway venture, the two have been writing and rehearsing new material and plan to begin recording their debut album today, September 27, intended for a Summer 2008 release.
As drummer for System of a Down, Dolmayan shared in the band's global success of some 20-million albums sold, headlining sold-out arenas, having three consecutive #1 albums on the Billboard charts, four Grammy nominations and one win for Best Hard Rock Performance, all the while maintaining a high musical integrity, its core fan base, and its position as one of the most unique band in rock.

Escape The Fate on headlining tour

Las Vegas-based hard rock/screamo outfit Escape The Fate will embark on their Hot Topic Presents Black on Black headlining tour in September to support their debut album, Dying Is Your Latest Fashion. The tour will kick off September 1st in the group’s hometown of Las Vegas. The band is currently wrapping up an incendiary stint on this year’s Van’s Warped tour.

Built on a fusion of sheer audacity and musical intensity, ETF’s live show is certain to leave a lasting impression. It’s a non-stop party as soon as the band steps on that stage because you never know what they’ll do next. With an adrenaline rush like no other, you can’t help but feel alive as you sing the band’s fist-in-the-air choruses to each and every song.

Dying Is Your Latest Fashion, which was produced by Michael Baskette (Lit, Puddle of Mudd), is a phenomenal record that has been consistently selling well since its 2006 release. The album contains 15 songs, each song better than the next, with soaring guitar solos, heavy vocals, and heart pounding double bass. Dying is the hard rock hit of the summer and is available in stores now.

Hot Topic Presents Black on Black Tour:

09/28/2007 School of Rock S. Hackensack NJ
09/29/2007 The Palladium Portland MA
09/30/2007 Trocadero Philadelphia PA
10/02/2007 The Grog Shop Cleveland OH
10/06/2007 Creepy Crawl St. Louis MO
10/08/2007 Marquis Theater Denver CO
10/09/2007 Avalon Theater Salt Lake City UT
10/11/2007 The Boardwalk Orangevale CA
10/13/2007 Key Club W. Hollywood CA
10/14/2007 The Sets Tempe AZ
10/15/2007 Soma San Diego CA

MORE DATES TBC

Galactic on Conan

GALACTIC will embark on an extensive, six-week North American trek next month in support of the quintet’s recently-released and widely-heralded Anti- debut From The Corner To The Block. The New Orleans-based frontrunners of futuristic funk will launch the tour in Flagstaff, Arizona on October 11th and wrap the far-reaching initiative with a coveted performance on NBC’s “Late Night With Conan O’Brien” on November 19th.

Joined by The Coup’s Boots Riley and special guests Lifesavas on all dates, Jurassic 5’s Chali 2na will also be featured with GALACTIC through to October 27th. Mr. Lif will then jump on the tour as special guest along with Riley and Lifesavas October 31 - November 18. Counting these esteemed artists and more, From The Corner To The Block merges GALACTIC’s renowned funk fusion with an array of today’s most innovative hip-hop MC’s including Lyrics Born, Gift of Gab of Blackalicious, Lateef the Truthspeaker, Digable Planets’ Ladybug Mecca and multi-platinum rapper Juvenile.

Weighty praise has been abundant, with The New York Daily News calling From The Corner To The Block “the most exciting hip-hop album of the year. It’s the hottest rock-rap fusion since peak Beastie Boys.” Elsewhere, The Fader, The Village Voice, Relix, Playboy, CMJ, Vibe, AllHipHop.com, Harp, Daily Variety and Rolling Stone have all championed the disc.

Esquire hit the nail on the head, insisting, “On what seems like the first true post-post Katrina record, home grown instrumental funkateers GALACTIC have found a way to celebrate New Orleans by forging forward without looking back at the disaster”.

Meanwhile, acclaim from Filter was equally apropos: “GALACTIC is too hot for New Orleans. This digitized voodoo funk makes the Meters look like the goddamned glee club, and y’all know the Neville Brothers ain’t never gotten Juvenille and Chali 2na to collaborate on the same record. Shit, these electric bayou grooves got the pain peelin’ off the walls a’ my kitchen, and my woman done lost her shirt and gone shakin’ in the streets. You best bring in the fire squad – Louisiana’s burning.”

The respected MC’s that contributed to From The Corner To The Block were asked to approach their lyrics with one uniform concept: Corners. Stemming from the idea that GALACTIC’s hometown is full of evocative street names inspired by history, mythology and multiple ethnicities, guest artists were asked to think of an intersection that was important to them.
Just as every corner is an intersection of two paths – for instance New Orleans’ own “Law and Desire” or “Martin Luther King and Oretha Castle Haley” – the disc is a meeting of two different styles of music.

After sharing stages with giant M.C.s like The Roots, Talib Kweli, and Jurassic 5, said collaborations seeded the uplifting, thought-stirring and undisputedly natural merger of GALACTIC’s electrified funk and hip-hop’s insightful lyricism on From The Corner To The Block. Resetting expectations of what GALACTIC can be, bassist Robert Mercurio, guitarist Jeff Raines, keyboardist Richard Vogel, drummer Stanton Moore and saxophonist and project co-producer Ben Ellman, married two types of New Orleans street music with remarkable finesse.

Old school Brass Band second line grooves meet bounce style inspired hip-hop on the title track for which GALACTIC enlisted native superstar Juvenile – with whom the band previously performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live – and the up and coming Soul Rebels Brass Band. On the track “Second & Dryadres” the band called on Mardi Gras Indian Big Chief Monk Boudreaux whose chants blend seamlessly with the bands electro funk sound thanks to Ben Ellman’s innovative production.

GALACTIC’S FALL 2007 TOUR

* - denotes dates with BOOTS RILEY, LIFESAVAS
** - denotes dates with BOOTS RILEY, CHALI 2NA and LIFESAVAS
++ - denotes dates with BOOTS RILEY, MR. LIF and LIFESAVAS


Thursday October 11 Flagstaff Orpheum Theatre**
Friday October 12 Los Angeles House of Blues**
Saturday October 13 San Francisco Fillmore**
Sunday October 14 Stateline, NV Mont Bleu Resort**
Monday October 15 Ashland, OR Armory**
Wednesday October 17 Bellingham, WA Nightlight**
Thursday October 18 Vancouver, BC Commodore Ballroom**
Friday October 19 Seattle, WA Showbox**
Saturday October 20 Eugene, OR McDonald Theatre**
Monday October 22 Ft Collins, CO Aggie Theatre**
Wednesday October 24 Dallas, TX House of Blues**
Thursday October 25 Houston, TX Meridian**
Friday October 26 New Orleans, LA Voodoo Music Festival**
Saturday October 27 New Orleans, LA Tipitina's*
Wednesday October 31 Austin, TX Stubb's ++
Thursday November 01 Baton Rouge, LA Varsity Theatre ++
Friday November 02 Athens, GA Georgia Theatre ++
Saturday November 03 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse ++
Sunday November 04 Charleston, SC Music Farm ++
Tuesday November 06 Raleigh, NC Lincloln Theatre ++
Wednesday November 07 Charlotte, NC Visulite Theatre ++
Thursday November 08 Asheville, NC Orange Peel ++
Friday November 09 Richmond, VA Toad's Place ++
Saturday November 10 Pittsburgh, PA Mr. Smalls ++
Wednesday November 14 Washington, DC 9:30 Club ++
Thursday November 15 Baltimore, MD 8x10 ++
Friday November 16 Philadelphia, PA The Fillmore at the TLA ++
Saturday November 17 NYC Roseland Ballroom ++
Sunday November 18 Boston, MA Paradise ++

Gibson releases Dave Grohl model guitar

Gibson Guitar, the world's premier musical instrument manufacturer and leader in music technology, announced the release of the new Dave Grohl model guitar, the DG-335, that will be available to Foo Fighters fans and guitarists, alike, on Thursday, October 4th, 2007. This new guitar is inspired by Grohl's much loved Trini Lopez signature model. The new model, created by the artisans at the Gibson Custom Shop with the input of Grohl himself, will provide rock fans a chance to channel the Foo Fighters' renowned lead singer.

Grohl has always been a long-time fan of the Trini Lopez signature model guitar that Gibson built from 1964-1971. The Trini Lopez model was a striking take on Gibson's classic ES-335 semi-hollow body guitar which is a hybrid between a solidbody and a hollowbody. Grohl has a particular love for the Trini Lopez in a rare Pelham Blue color that was used by the Gibson Custom Shop in producing this limited model.

Grohl's Inspired By DG-335 has the classic Firebird-style headstock with six-on-a-side tuners set into an ES-335 style semi-hollow body. The body of the guitar has stylish diamond f-holes and a double cutaway design. The inlays on the rosewood fretboard are acrylic split diamond which is a unique feature that remains from the original Trini Lopez model. Grohl's taste is even expressed through the pickups which are Burstbucker 1 in the neck and Burstbucker 2 in the bridge. These pickups are within the original Patent Applied For humbucking spec, known for their ability to create clean and articulate distortion and responsible for helping to deliver the amazing tones that Grohl has become famous for while fronting the ever popular Foo Fighters.

The guitar is offered in Grohl's favorite Pelham Blue. An Ebony version is also available. The MSRP is $4,468 for the blue and $3,880 for the ebony. Each guitar includes a Custom Shop case and special certificate of authenticity signed by Grohl, himself.

Gibson Custom Shop's Inspired By Dave Grohl DG-335:

Model: DG-335
Pickups: Burstbucker 1 (neck); Burstbucker 2 (bridge)
Hardware: Chrome
Fingerboard: 22-fret rosewood with split diamond inlay and white binding
Scale: 24 ¾"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Bridge: ABR-1 and stop tailpiece
Neck Material: Rounded neck profile
Body Material: Laminated maple top, back, rims
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way selector switch
Color: Pelham Blue and Ebony
Date Available: October 4, 2007
MSRP: $4,468 (Pelham Blue); $3,880 (Ebony)

http://www.gibson.com

Jon McLaughlin's tour continues

American heartland singer-songwriter and pianist Jon McLaughlin’s non-stop touring in support of INDIANA, his first album for Island Records, will receive maximum exposure when he opens for Kelly Clarkson on her much-anticipated 24-city North American tour, starting with three nights at the Beacon Theatre in New York, October 14-16th. (Please see tour dates below.)

Jon’s summertime tour schedule included a month-long 17-city trip with northern California singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles. Those dates wrap up this Saturday and immediately segue into two weeks with Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini (starting Sunday, September 30th). The itinerary climaxes with a solo headlining homecoming concert on October 13th at Anderson University, Jon’s hometown alma mater in Indiana. The very next night, he returns to the road on the Kelly Clarkson tour (postponed from the summer).

Named one of “The 10 Hot Guys of Summer” by US Weekly magazine, Jon was seen performing on the CBS-TV daytime drama The Bold & The Beautiful last month. This was a busy season for Jon, who was featured in June on the NPR (National Public Radio) program “Weekend Edition,” which resulted in INDIANA rocketing up the Amazon charts.

Also in June, Jon performed “Beautiful Disaster” live on NBC’s The Today Show. USA Today highlighted the song, noting: “The title’s first word is how he sees her. The second word is how she sees herself. The sad thing is he’s right.” The video for “Beautiful Disaster,” the current single, reached 13 on the VH1 Top 20 Countdown. On Tuesday night, August 7th, Jon made his premiere appearance on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

INDIANA’s title tune pays tribute to Jon’s hometown of Anderson. He has written songs for the album with the Matrix, Jamie Houston, Grammy-nominated Marcus Hummons, Matthew Gerard, and Kevin Griffin (of Better Than Ezra). The album was produced by Jamie Houston (credits: Santana, Jessica Simpson, Macy Gray, The Calling) and Greg Wells (Natasha Bedingfield, Veronicas, OTEP, Rufus Wainwright); and was mixed by Chris Lord Alge.

Jon will make his own big screen debut in Enchanted, the new Disney animated-and-live comedy starring Susan Sarandon, Idina Menzel, Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams scheduled to open this fall. Jon will be singing (onscreen) “So Close”, a song written for the movie soundtrack by Stephen Schwartz.

People magazine praised Jon’s “charm and chops, as evident on tunes like the title cut, on which this boy earnestly confesses that he’s not so ready to meet the big bad world.” Since its launch in May, nearly 800,000 Hoosiers and others have been attracted to Jon’s myspace website (www.myspace.com/jonmclaughlin). More than 2.2 million plays have been logged on the site, which features four songs from the album: “Beautiful Disaster,” “Indiana,” “Industry,” and “Human.” Jon can also be reached via http://www.jonmclaughlinmusic.com/.

JON McLAUGHLIN ON TOUR

Direct Support For Paolo Nutini:
Sept. 30 Decorah, IA Regents Center (Luther College)
Oct. 1 Detroit, MI St. Andrews Hall
4 Washington, DC 9:30 Club
5 Baltimore, MD Ram’s Head Tavern
6 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
7 Tarrytown, NY Tarrytown Music Hall
8 Pittsburgh, PA Mr. Small's Theatre
10 Indianapolis, IN Egyptian Room/Murat Center
11 Milwaukee, WI The Pabst Theater
12 Madison, WI Barrymore Theater

Headlining homecoming concert:
Oct. 13 Anderson, IN Anderson University

Opening for Kelly Clarkson:
Date City Venue
Oct. 14-16 New York, NY Beacon Theatre
18 Philadelphia, PA Tower Theatre
21 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun
22 *Binghamton, NY Binghamton University
23 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
24 Washington, DC DAR Constitution Hall
28 Detroit, MI The Fillmore
29 Toronto, Ont. Massey Hall
30 *Cleveland, OH Cambridge Room@ HOB
Nov. 1 Chicago, IL Chicago Theatre
2 Minneapolis, MN State Theatre
3 *Charleston, IL Eastern Illinois University
5 Denver, CO Paramount Theatre
10 San Jose, CA San Jose Events Center
12 Seattle, WA The Paramount
14 Sacramento, CA Memorial Auditorium
16 San Diego, CA Civic Auditorium
18 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
20 Phoenix, AZ Gammage Theatre
23 Dallas, TX Nokia Theatre
24 *Austin, TX Stubb’s Jr.
25 Houston, TX Verizon Wireless Theatre
27 Atlanta, GA Cobb Energy Center
29 Boca Raton, FL Mizner Park
Dec. 1 Tampa, FL Ruth Eckerd Hall
3 Nashville, TN Ryman Theatre

* indicates separate Jon McLaughlin headlining date.

Affordable wedding music

Mark Magnuson , a guitarist and arranger from Colorado Springs, CO, has recently released his second album "Acoustic Wedding". The CD contains 20 wedding ceremony classics, played in beautifully simple acoustic guitar arrangements. "Even the guests were barefoot", said Shanna Taylor of her beachfront wedding.
"We loved the music, and it fit our wedding perfectly. Some weddings call for orchestras, trumpets, or pipe organs. Some do not. The elegance and simplicity of an instrumental acoustic guitar created a perfect ambiance. This was opulence on a budget!"
To help stressed-out brides who need music in a hurry, Mark also provides the music tracks in a low cost, instant delivery download for less than a dollar per song at http://www.acousticwedding.com.
Guitar sheet music is also offered for immediate download on the website, as well as wedding music planning tips.
New bride Tara adds, "I put the money I saved on more expensive music into my honeymoon instead. I didn't have to hire musicians or make sure the song length was perfect timing for my walk down the aisle. The CD included emotional, touching versions of recognizable wedding ceremony classics."
Acoustic Wedding tracks include Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach), Minuet (Bach), Rondeau (Mouret), Spring (Four Seasons) (Vivaldi), Air on the G String (Bach), Hornpipe (Handel), Ave Maria (Schubert), Sheep May Safely Graze (Bach), Air (Water Music) (Handel), Ode to Joy (Beethoven), Alla Luce Del Dio (Magnuson), Canon in D (Pachelbel), Trumpet Tune (Purcell), Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke), Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow (Bourgeois), All Creatures of Our God and King (von Brachel), Now Thank We All Our God (Cruger), The Bridal Chorus (Wagner), The Wedding March (Mendelssohn).
"A primary goal for me is to produce honest genuine music that resonates in people's soul," Mark explains. "Great art is preserved throughout the centuries because it means something to people. It moves them; to dancing, to tears, to motivation, to laughter, to healing. Music is emotional; it is spiritual, foundational, personal."
For more information about Acoustic Wedding CD and related resources, please contact Mark Magnuson at mark@acousticwedding.com .

Take a Halloween Horrors Crime Bus tour

On Sunday, October 28, Esotouric offers its most disturbing Crime Bus tour yet, Halloween Horrors with Crimebo the Clown. This four-hour jaunt spans downtown, Hollywood, Echo Park and the Eastern San FernandoValley while offering a grimly hilarious look at more than two dozen peculiar and long-forgotten crimes, including several with a Halloween theme. Vintage crime scene photos are featured, with passengers urged to BYOBB (bring your own barf bag), always a smart idea when Crimebo the Crime Clown is in attendance.
Ghost Hosts Kim Cooper and Nathan Marsak have dug into the archives to uncover such terrible tales as the lady dope dealer left with her eyes gouged out on Echo Park's Lovers' Lane, the one-time silent screen star who died alone and was gnawed on by her doggy, the trick or treat murder of the handsome hairstylist, an astrologer and a palm reader who didn't foresee being killed by the women they loved, Silver Lake's exploding gun shop, the poignant death of the bravest dog in Hollywood, plus visits to Bela Lugosi's home, Crimebo's tales of Halloween celebrations gone terribly wrong and history of holiday pranks in Los Angeles, plus light-hearted oddities like the mysterious midnight disappearance of thousands of cucumbers from a Hollywood farm.
The tour is dedicated to the memory of a brave little San Fernando Valley girl Deborah Lohr, who in 1962, accompanied by a friend dressed as a beatnik, stood too near a jack-o-lantern and had her hula costume go up in flames. Deborah's terrible death led to many changes in how Halloween was celebrated in Los Angeles, from fireproof costumes, battery-powered lights in pumpkins, masks offering better visibility when crossing streets and greater parental supervision.
Passengers on this eye-opening, funny (yet horrifying) and informative tour will leave with a new understanding of Halloween in old Los Angeles, and the promise of nightmares. It is highly recommended for natives and newcomers, crime and history buffs and anyone who likes to seek out the unexpected.
For more info on Esotouric, visit http://www.esotouric.com

Upcoming concerts around California

On Sale Saturday September 29 at 10 AM:
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND
Los Angeles Sports Arena
October 29
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2 More Nights Just Added! Now 4 Area Shows!
All Shows On Sale Now:
VAN HALEN
With Special Guest:
Ky-Mani Marley
Staples Center-- November 20
December 14—Just Added!
Honda Center-- December 18
December 20—Just Added!
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On Sale Saturday, September 29 at 10 AM:
VELVET REVOLVER
With Special Guest: Alice In Chains
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Friday, October 26

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On Sale Saturday, September 29 at 10 AM:
M.I.A.
With Special Guest
The Wiltern
Friday, November 9

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On Sale Saturday, September 29 at 10 AM:
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
Save Mart Center
Friday, November 23

Crime in Stereo release due in October

Long Island's next breakout band, Crime In Stereo, has posted another track from their upcoming Bridge Nine debut Crime In Stereo Is Dead at www.MySpace.com/CrimeInStereo – check out "Vicious Teeth" now! Is Dead streets on October 23rd, 2007 and is the band's follow up to 2006's Nitro Records release The Troubled Stateside, which was hailed as one of the most ambitious and inventive melodic hardcore records of the year.
Crime In Stereo Is Dead goes bigger and better than their first album, with more creative ingenuity and moody, moving songs and was produced by Brand New's producer Mike Sapone who helped truly capture the band's dynamic sound.
Check back for two more new songs from Crime In Stereo being posted in the coming weeks and a tour announcement – after five years of being a band, Crime In Stereo have re-defined their sound and themselves.

www.myspace.com/crimeinstereo
www.bridge9.com

Make-A-Wish to honor Nancy Cartwright at benefit

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles
TO HONOR NANCY CARTWRIGHT,
Voice of bart simpson,
AT WISH NIGHT 2007 GALA

Cartwright joins previously announced award recipients Manny Mashouf, (Chairman and Founder of bebe Stores, Inc.) who will receive the Individual Wish Granter Award, and My Name Is Earl television program creator Greg Garcia and the show’s cast, who will receive the Entertainment Industry Wish Award.

Micky Dolenz Slated to Perform Famous Songs from The Monkees and Joel McHale of E! Entertainment Network’s The Soup Will Emcee

Los Angeles (September 24, 2007) - - Perhaps her alter ego Bart Simpson would say that it was “rad, man,” upon discovering that the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles has chosen Nancy Cartwright to receive the Wish Icon Award at their annual Wish Night Gala on Friday, November 2, 2007, at The Beverly Hills Hotel.

“Nancy has given of herself for both our children’s wishes directly and towards our fundraisers for years,” said Kelli Seely, president and CEO of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles. “Her significant commitment to the mission of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles makes her an unquestionable Icon to our chapter.”

Also adding a special note to the evening, musical icon and Make-A-Wish Foundation supporter Micky Dolenz will be playing hits such as “I’m a Believer” and “Last Train to Clarksville,” from his 1960s musical group and television show, The Monkees.

Emcee for the evening will be Joel McHale, widely known as the hilarious host of E! Entertainment Network’s television program The Soup.

Cartwright will join previously announced award recipients Manny Mashouf, (Chairman and Founder of bebe Stores, Inc.) who will receive the Individual Wish Granter Award, and My Name Is Earl television program creator Greg Garcia and the show’s cast, who will receive the Entertainment Industry Wish Award.
Thanks to Mattel, the MusiCares Foundation and The Grammy Foundation, guests at Wish Night will be able to bid on an extraordinary GRAMMY Package, including two platinum-level tickets to the 50th Annual GRAMMY Awards in 2008, two passes for a VIP backstage tour during rehearsal, and airfare. Platinum-level tickets are reserved for celebrity guests and sponsors…and, of course, the winning bidder.

Showtime Networks, Inc., has generously donated “A Night at the Emmys” package for the auction, including two tickets to the 2008 Primetime Emmy Awards, two tickets to the Entertainment Tonight post-Emmy celebration, limo transportation, and celebrity hair styling and makeup, from the Warren Tricomi Salon on Melrose Avenue.

The Wish Night Awards Gala has been named one of the top 100 events in Southern California by Biz Bash magazine; it recognizes those individuals and businesses that provide exemplary support to the chapter. The event also serves as a fundraiser to allow the chapter to fulfill the wishes of children in the greater Los Angeles community who have life-threatening medical conditions and qualify for a wish. Past Wish Night celebrity honorees have included: Halle Barry, Brad Garrett, Nick Lachey, Luc Robitaille, David Foster, Eric McCormack, Penny Marshall, and Mariah Carey.

The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. and individual tickets for the evening are $425. To purchase tickets for Wish Night visit www.wishla.org or contact Tessa Bowser at 310-788-9474 x 138 or tbowser@wishla.org. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at www.wishla.org or by contacting Amber Hill at 310-788-9474 x.133 or ahill@wishla.org.

About the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles

The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Born in 1980 when a group of caring volunteers helped a young boy fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer, the Foundation is now the largest wish-granting charity in the world, with 67 chapters in the United States and its territories. With the help of generous donors and more than 25,000 volunteers, the Make-A-Wish Foundation grants a wish every 41 minutes and having granted more than 153,000 wishes in the United States since its inception.

Established in 1983, the Greater Los Angeles chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation has fulfilled the wishes of 6,000 children throughout Los Angeles County. For more information about the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles, including how you can help refer a child for a wish; participate in Adopt-A-Wish; or donate in-kind gifts of goods or services, airline frequent-flyer miles, or vehicles, please call (800) 322-WISH or visit www.wishla.org.

Support local music

Mr T's Bowl
5621 1/2 N. Figueroa St at Ave 57 in Highland Park
http://www.myspace.com/mrtsbowl

all shows start at 9:00pm and 21 & over

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Thur Oct 4th
9:00 - Chris Robley
9:45 - The Kris Specia
l10:30 - Veltexans
11:15 - Salon K
12:00 - Franklin For Short
No cover
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Fri Oct 5th
9:15pm: Death House Chaplain
10pm: Phoenix and the Turtle
10:45pm: Seasons
11:309pm: One Trick Pony
12:15am: The Monolators
no cover
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sat Oct 6th
Niteshift (Goth)with
The Laudanum Drops
DJ Bastard & Beast
$5 before 9:30pm
$7 after
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sun Oct 7th
College Access Plan Benefit
http://www.myspace.com/collegeaccessplan
6-11pm
DJ Jason Andrew
The Quincy Blaque Trio
Bevin
The Runs
The Density (www.myspace.com/thedensity)
$10.00
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mon Oct 8th
Abe Lincoln Story residency Mondays In Oct
The ALS 10pm
The London Broil 9pm
other surprise guests
no cover
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tue Oct 9th
Mormons presents Tuesday nites...
with Various Artists and special guests
No cover....
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wed Oct 10th
Marcelino Medina (9pm sharp)
Mutant Press
Xipper http://www.myspace.com/xipper
The Sea Beasts
Shatto
No cover
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Thur Oct 11th
The Prope
The Thingz
Murder Moiselle
Baxter House
See It Though
Skywreck
$3.00

Killswitch Engage and Lamb of God unite for tour

Grab your earplugs and prepare for some of the most earth shattering, blazingly deafening metal you will hear this holiday season! Genre defining metal titans Killswitch Engage and Lamb of God have announced that they will be teaming up for a late fall co-headlining tour. Almost four years after their first run together on MTV2’s Headbangers Ball Tour, the two powerhouses have reunited to bring holiday mayhem throughout the US. The tour will begin on November 28th in Lowell, Massachusetts and end on December 17th in Albuquerque, New Mexico with Lamb of God and Killswitch Engage alternating headlining slots each night. Directly supporting these metal juggernauts will be DevilDriver, with Swedish metallers Soilwork kicking off the show each evening.

After a successful premier run on Warped Tour 2007, Killswitch Engage recently released As Daylight Dies Special Edition, a CD/DVD combo featuring the MySpace video favorite and current Active Rock hit "Holy Diver." The special edition also features previous unreleased studio tracks and full music videos for “My Curse,” “The Arms of Sorrow” and of course “Holy Diver.” Poised to conquer, this tour will bring the band full circle – honoring the metal fans that have been with them from the start and have helped them gain such notable success.

Lamb of God will be wrapping up the Sacrament album cycle with this tour. After 18 months of touring with Slayer, Megadeth, Ozzfest, Heaven and Hell, and headlining runs in the US, Japan, Australia, UK and Europe, Lamb of God will take 2008 off to prepare for a new CD. Fans will get a new dose of Lamb of God in 2008 with a full length DVD, set for release in the spring. The DVD will document the entire Sacrament experience, beginning with rehearsals for the albums recording straight through this headline run.

Roadrunner artist, DevilDriver, will be offering direct support for the tour in support of their latest release, The Last Kind Words, which has been received with high critical and fan acclaim. Offering a melting pot of metallic influences, DevilDriver deliver a binding mix of jarring drums, grinding guitars, and unmistakably brutal vocals by front man Dez Fafara. Also joining the tour will be Swedish melodic metal masters, Soilwork, who will be releasing their new album Sworn to a Great Divide on October 19th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Take a break from the holiday melee to witness the sheer metal madness of Lamb of God and Killswitch Engage united. “Yes the rumors are true, Killswitch and Lamb of God are back together again” Killswitch vocalist Howard Jones affirms. “We had our honeymoon four years ago and now it’s time to renew our metal vows. This is your official invitation - the only one you will ever need.” Chris Adler from Lamb of God adds "Touring the Sacrament album has been some of the most exciting times we have ever experienced. It has taken us around the world several times over, playing the biggest shows of our career with some of the best bands in the business and in front of the greatest fans in the world. We are tighter, stronger and smarter than we have ever been and before we put the machine that is Lamb of God to bed for a little while and call an end to the touring cycle, we want to bring it to the next level. So together with our true friends in Killswitch, DevilDriver and Soilwork we plan to bring you something that won't be forgotten. Thanks to everyone who has supported us and we are looking forward to one more brutal evening with all of you!!!"

Presale tickets will go on sale on October 3 through www.lamb-of-god.com and www.killswitchengage.com. Tickets go on sale to the public on October 12 and 13 – check your local listings for details.


KILLSWITCH ENGAGE & LAMB OF GOD
Featuring DevilDriver and Soilwork

11/28 Lowell, MA Tsongas Arena
11/29 Reading, PA Reading Eagle Theatre
11/30 New York, NY Hammerstein Ballroom
12/1 Lewiston, ME The Colisee
12/2 Albany, NY Washington Ave Armory
12/4 Detroit, MI The Fillmore Detroit
12/5 Chicago, IL Congress Theatre
12/7 Kansas City, KS Memorial Hall
12/8 Dallas, TX Nokia Theatre
12/9 Corpus Christi, TX Concrete St. Amphitheatre
12/10 Houston, TX Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
12/12 Denver, CO Fillmore
12/13 Salt Lake City, UT Salt Air
12/14 Reno, NV Grand Sierra Theatre
12/15 Long Beach, CA Long Beach Arena
12/16 Phoenix, AZ Dodge Theater
12/17 Rio Rancho, NM Santa Ana Star Center

Sex Pistols to play L.A.

“There has never been a band like the Sex Pistols, and there very likely never will be another band like the Sex Pistols…the Pistols are one of those rare groups that signify much more than can be conveyed in history books and myth-debunking documentaries, or even the music itself.” Ben Wener of the Orange County Register wrote those words after seeing the band give a devastating performance at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles in September 2003, and he concluded by proclaiming: “there still is no greater punk band.”
To kick start their “holiday in the sun,” the SEX PISTOLS---who were last NOT seen at their Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction in 2006--again descend on Los Angeles, this time when they play a special private club show for fans Thursday, October 25 at The Roxy. This gig by original members John Lydon, Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock is made possible by Indie 103.1, Guitar Hero® III: Legends Of Rock and Helio and marks the group’s first-ever appearance at the historic rock club--in fact, it’s their first-ever club show in Los Angeles--and comes in advance of three shows at The Brixton Academy in London (November 8, 9 and 10) which sold out in an amazing 15 minutes. Another show at The Brixton Academy on the 12th of November and one in Manchester at the MEN Arena November 17 have been added due to overwhelming demand. Listeners can win tickets to the Roxy show by tuning in to Indie 103.1 or going to www.indie1031.com.
The Roxy and upcoming U.K. shows coincide with celebration of the 30th anniversary of the 1977 release of Never Mind The Bollocks…Here’s The Sex Pistols. To accompany the celebrations, Never Mind The Bollocks…Here’s The Sex Pistols and its blistering singles “Anarchy In The UK,” “God Save The Queen,” “Pretty Vacant” and “Holidays In The Sun” will be re-issued on vinyl in their exact original format throughout October for the album’s 30th anniversary. The NME are also campaigning to push “God Save The Queen” to its rightful place at the number one spot in the singles chart, not that the band have ever cared about chart positions, especially after what happened back in 1977. It missed out on the top originally after radio, TV and even some record shops banned it amid rumors that the charts were rigged to prevent it from reaching #1.
“The Sex Pistols are legendary for defining the punk movement. Activision is proud to partner with them to once again make music history by re-recording their hit ‘Anarchy in the U.K.’ for our upcoming Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock game, and sponsoring this historic event,” said Kai Huang, president and co-founder of RedOctane.
"The Sex Pistols are iconic and will forever be known as the innovators who initiated a movement that connected people through music," said Kieran Hannon, EVP of Marketing at Helio. "We're proud to be a part of this performance as we're also about connecting people, for us with the best and most innovative mobile experience there is."
For more information on the SEX PISTOLS, go to www.thefilthandthefury.co.uk and www.johnlydon.com.

About Indie 103.1
Indie 103.1, the Independent FM, is based in Los Angeles with listeners around the world. Indie's on air lineup includes: Jonesy's Jukebox, hosted by Steve Jones, original member of the Sex Pistols; Camp Freddy featuring Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison, Donovan Leitch and Matt Sorum; Harmony In My Head with Henry Rollins; Community Service with The Crystal Method; Feel My Heat with Brent Bolthouse and Danny Masterson; Passport Approved with Sat Bisla; Check 1..2 with Mark Sovel; Complete Control with Joe Sib; Reggae Smoke In with Native Wayne; Dead Air with Chuck P; Chaos with Full Metal Jackie; Last of the Famous International Morning Shows with Joe Escalante; Watusi Rodeo with Chris Morris; Head Trip with Christian B; TK In The Afternoon and Suicide Girls Radio. www.indie1031.com

About Helio
Helio is the mobile brand for the Internet generation. With advanced mobile services, exclusive, high-end, beautiful devices and smart pricing on a nationwide high-speed 3G network, Helio is built for consumers who have mobile at the center of their lives. Helio is a joint venture between SK Telecom, one of the world's most advanced wireless carriers, and EarthLink, the next generation Internet service provider. www.helio.com.

About Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, published by RedOctane® and developed by Neversoft, is rated ‘T’ for Teen by the ESRB and will be available October 28, 2007. For more information about the Guitar Hero franchise, please visit the dedicated community site: www.guitarhero.com.

About Activision, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.

Speed of Life to tour in October

www.myspace.com/speedoflife
www.speedoflifemusic.com

Speed Of Life Fall Tour 2007
Tuesday, October 2nd @ 8 PM
Ash St. Saloon
225 SW Ash St
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 226-0430

Thursday, October 4th @ 8 PM
John's Alley
114 E Sixth Street
Moscow ID 83843

Saturday, October 6th @ 9 PM
The Top Hat
134 W Front St
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 728-9865

Sunday, October 7th @ 8 PM
1st National
232 W Center St
Pocatello, ID 83204
(208) 233-1516

Tuesday, October 9th @ 8 PM
Huka Bar & Grill
151 E 6100 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(801) 281-4852

Wednesday, October 10th @ 10 PM
Club Good Hurt
12249 Venice Blvd
West Los Angeles, 90066
310.390.1076

BIO:
Since 2001 Speed of Life has been making music on its own terms. This New York based band prides itself on its musicianship and creative integration of multiple genres. Using rock songwriting as a format, the band incorporates elements of live drum and bass, progressive rock, fusion, ambient, electronic and reggae.
In 2004 the band released their debut album "Mainstay". Over 160 college and commercial radio stations put "Mainstay" into regular rotation in the spring of 2005.
In January of 2007 the band released their follow up album "Catalyst". The release was followed by an extensive 2-month tour spanning up and down the east coast and across the U.S.
"Catalyst" expands on the cross genre experimentation within each song while defining their essence as first priority. You will hear elements of acoustic ballads, Latin inspired riffs and atmospheric sounds as well as the hard rock and drum + bass "Mainstay" had to offer.
A Speed of Life show is a unique experience. Solid musicianship and strong songwriting absorbs listeners' attention. It is conscious music, both personal and political. John Zay fuses passionate vocals atop a driving and textured "guitarscape". Drummer Tobias Ralph attacks the drums with conviction and finesse incorporating eclectic rhythms. Keyboardist Dan Policar adds spacious synths that create ambient atmospherics. Nick Damato digs in melodically on bass to anchor the elements together.

PRAISE:

"…their richness in sound comes at a period in popular music that extols the values of sounding simplistic; while this expansive, difficult to categorize sound may fly in the face of all the Britney's of the world, it also may be our only savior."-Nuefutur

"Brilliantly technical in the main and ethnically experimental at times, Speed of Life add just enough Flaming Lips vulnerability to their coliseum-oriented material----if anyone deserves a shot at the Bigs, it's these guys."-168 Mag

Canadian rockers The Weakerthans tour the U.S.

Canadian indie rock heroes The Weakerthans launched their U.S. trek last night (September 25th) in Minneapolis in support of the band’s fourth studio album and strongest song-cycle yet, Reunion Tour. Released this week by Anti- to a flood of critical praise, the band will celebrate the release with a feature profile on NPR’s “All Things Considered” today, Wednesday, September 26th.

In like-minded 4 Star reviews, Paste proclaimed, “Brace yourself for Pulitzer worthy punk,” while Spin championed The Weakerthans as, “Canadian smart guys who make poetry out of awkwardness” and pondered for once and for all, “Why aren’t these guys huge?”

“The band sounds quieter and richer than ever,” Kelefa Sanneh insisted in The New York Times this week, adding, “It’s hard not to imagine Death Cab for Cutie fans falling in love with this album.”

Elsewhere, Esquire pledged its love for the “punk-folk four piece from Winnipeg” by simply ruling Reunion Tour “beautiful.” And in an impressive review of the band’s latest Ian Blurton-produced disc, Filter heralded The Weakerthans’ as “a perfect band for fandom,” adding “their music never fails to make you feel special.”

Closing the four-year gap between albums and crafted among “the finest slaughterhouses, industrial sites and sub-degree temperatures” its Manitoba hometown has to offer, Reunion Tour has been worth the wait. Promising to be the indie rock record of 2007’s fourth quarter, it finds the band again partnering with Blurton, who oversaw 2003’s Reconstruction Site.

Launched with the quirky, memorable rocker “Civil Twilight,” the charms of Reunion Tour quickly become evident on the rollicking “Relative Surplus Value,” the glistening, evocative indie pop of “Night Windows” and the endearing, lease-ending balladry of “Sun In An Empty Room.” And from the warm, pensive tone of “Virtue the Cat Explains Here Departure” to the reflective artful approach of the title track – replete with a steady pulse of flute and horns – Reunion Tour is The Weakerthans’ deepest and most heartfelt record yet.

Here are The Weakerthans’ Upcoming Fall 2007 U.S. Tour Dates:

The Weakerthans 2007-09-26 The Bottleneck Lawrence KS
The Weakerthans 2007-09-27 Marquis Theater Denver CO
The Weakerthans 2007-09-28 Launch Pad Albuquerque NM
The Weakerthans 2007-09-29 The Clubhouse Tempe AZ
The Weakerthans 2007-09-30 Casbah San Diego CA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-02 El Rey Theater Los Angeles CA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-03 Slim's San Francisco CA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-04 Hawthorne Theater Portland OR
The Weakerthans 2007-10-05 Neumos Seattle WA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-24 Magic Stick Detroit MI
The Weakerthans 2007-10-25 Metro Chicago IL
The Weakerthans 2007-10-26 Grog Shop Cleveland Heights OH
The Weakerthans 2007-10-27 Mr. Smalls Theatre Pittsburgh PA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-28 9:30 Club Washington DC
The Weakerthans 2007-10-29 Trocadero Philadelphia PA
The Weakerthans 2007-10-30 Webster Hall New York NY
The Weakerthans 2007-11-01 The Roxy Boston MA

Grand Ole Opry comes to XM satellite radio

XM will be the new satellite radio home of the Grand Ole Opry beginning in October, it was announced today. Beginning with the Opry’s 82nd Birthday Bash broadcast featuring Carrie Underwood, Travis Tritt, Ronnie Milsap, and more on Saturday, October 20, XM will feature the live Friday and Saturday night performances as well as the Tuesday Night Opry. Additionally, XM will offer classic broadcasts of the renowned country music show, archival performances, and “The Eddie Stubbs Show,” which is hosted by regular Opry announcer Eddie Stubbs.
Recognized as the preeminent showcase for country music, the Grand Ole Opry debuted on the radio airwaves in 1925 on Nashville’s 650 AM WSM and can still be heard on its flagship station. Today, the Opry counts among its members such current chart-toppers as Dierks Bentley, Martina McBride, and Brad Paisley as well as country legends including Bill Anderson, Jimmy Dickens, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton.
“We are pleased that XM listeners will now be able to experience the Opry’s brand of entertainment every week,” said Steve Buchanan, Gaylord Entertainment senior vice president. “Airing on XM provides Opry fans throughout the country a new way to tune in to the show and presents the Opry to an audience that may have not yet discovered this uniquely American experience.”
“This is great news,” said Martina McBride, an Opry member since 1995. “It's a better day for all of us when the Grand Ole Opry and all it embodies can be heard across the country on satellite radio.”
The country hits channel “Nashville” (XM 11) will feature live Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday night performances (Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET; Fridays at 9 p.m. ET; Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. ET and 10:30 p.m. ET;). Encore broadcasts of new Opry episodes will air on XM’s classic country music channel America (XM 10) at 10 a.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, along with archival Opry broadcasts. Many individual performances recorded live on the Opry stage will also be featured on XM’s other country music channels, including Willie’s Place (XM 13), Bluegrass Junction (XM 14), Highway 16 (XM 16), and U.S. Country (XM 17).
In addition to the Grand Ole Opry, XM will also add “The Eddie Stubbs Show” to the XM programming lineup. The popular WSM program is hosted by Eddie Stubbs, a regular announcer for the Grand Ole Opry, award-winning country music DJ, and respected country music historian. “The Eddie Stubbs Show” will premiere later this fall on XM 10.
The arrival of the Grand Ole Opry to XM coincides with XM’s Country Music Month celebration, featuring XM’s month-long showcase of country music programming throughout October. Highlights include original music specials featuring Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill, Brooks & Dunn, Jack Ingram, Kris Kristofferson and Bill Anderson, among others, and exclusive programming, including broadcast of the Big State Festival from the Texas World Speedway. Complete details on XM’s Country Music Month programming are available online at http://www.xmradio.com/countrymusicmonth.
Complete programming information for XM’s Grand Ole Opry broadcasts and “The Eddie Stubbs Show” will soon be available online at http://www.xmradio.com.
Opry performances are held every weekend of the year and on Tuesdays March through December. To plan an Opry visit, call (800) SEE-OPRY or log on to http://www.opry.com.

Trew to release first album

The cool is back-
On October 2 2007 Virginia Hip-Hop artist Trew will finally release his first album D/R Period presents The Big Chill on his own Inner Circle Entertainment Records with full worldwide internet distribution courtesy of Ingrooves and Rockboy Records.
Known for underground classics, such as "What It Is" with Lyricist Lounge Great WordsWorth and Teaming up with Hip-Hop producer extraordinaire D/R Period, The Big Chill has been long awaited for many years, and now fans of all ages are finally able to witness the album that they have all wanted and need for so long.
The Big Chill will boast of production from Legendary Hip-Hop Producer Skibeatz (Reasonable Doubt, Uptown Saturday Night) Nottz (Busta Rhymes, The Game, Snoop Doggy Dog) Kleph Dollars (BlackMoon, ODB, etc.), Dox-1 (Wordsworth, Mad Skillz, etc.) and new production genius Sickness Beatz
Not only is Trew a diverse student of the arts that has been inducted to the Who's Who as a musician being trained in several instruments, but he has also been trained in acting, as well as recording commercials for Ecko clothes. Trew has also charted on almost every underground chart with his 12"s. Crowds in NY, NJ, CA, FL, NC, KY, OH and of course his home state of VA, have witnessed Trew's live microphone mastery and fans throughout the world have enjoyed his music.
There are now videos, an LP titled "The Big Chill" and a feature in the documentary "Hip Hop L'Amour" Directed by Derek Lucas.
Trew also has two independent companies. One of the companies is Inertia Entertainment, which has gotten up and coming models into videos with himself and Hip-Hop heavyweights such as Nelly, which also lead into King Magazine. His second company, Inner Circle Entertainment works with Jacob Lotto, Simon P, CeZ, Rideout, and many other up and coming celebrities.
Trew's rhymes endorse his own blue collar experiences: school, love, working the 9 to 5 and living the everyday struggle. Trew's patented swagger is heard throughout every lyric he writes. His witty personality, along with his candor about every day life is not only brutally honest- but very refreshing

New sale date for Paramore show at the Wiltern

ON SALE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6TH AT 1O AM:
PARAMORE
with special guests
The Starting Line
The Almost

November 14th
The Wiltern

Jedi Mind Tricks' latest is available

Army of the Pharaohs (AOTP) was initially conceived by lead emcee Vinnie Paz of the independent powerhouse group Jedi Mind Tricks. His vision wasa constantly-evolving, collaboration of epic proportions that would include MC’s, producers and DJ’s. AOTP’s first incarnation included Bahamadia, Jedi Mind Tricks, Chief Kamachi, 7L & Esoteric and Virtuoso and resulted in the wildly successful 12'' single, 'Five Perfect Exertions'. The response was beyond all expectations and fans worldwide have clamored for more material ever since.
2006 saw the long awaited debut The Torture Papers, which has scanned 20,000+ units to date. The supergroup’s sophomore offering, Ritual of Battle, reunites the winning formula, once again featuring the legendary lineup of underground emcees/artists including Vinnie Paz of Jedi Mind Tricks, Outerspace, Apathy, 7L & Esoteric, Celph Titled, Chief Kamachi, King Syze, Faez One as well as first time AOTP constituent (and renowned former Jedi Mind Tricks member) Jus Allah & many more.
Of particular note, is the inclusion of the first collaborative effort of original material between Jedi Mind Tricks' founding members Vinnie Paz & Jus Allah since 2000's Violent By Design.
Ritual of Battle is released to heightened anticipation, shortly after Jedi Mind Tricks' return from ac oveted slot on the entirety of the wildly popular Rock The Bells summer tour.

CHECK OUT THE VIDEO FOR "BLOODY TEARS" HERE: http://www.hiphopcrack.com/viewVideo.hhc?videoId=251

COMING SOON FROM BABYGRANDE RECORDS:
HI-TEK
JR WRITER
GZA OF WU-TANG
BLUE SKY BLACK DEATH & HELL RAZAH

Independent Music Conference set for Oct. 5-7

The Independent Music Conference - Los AngelesIMC/LA takes place over an action packed weekend of October 5 - 7, 2007 at ProMusic 47, 817 Vine Street, Hollywood, CA. http://www.IMC07.com/LA
http://groups.myspace.com/IMCLA

Showcasing Opportunities Available! (Go here to register: http://www.IMC07.com/LA)

The IMC is relatively inexpensive to attend and a worthwhile conference. It focuses on what's really important at a music conference: education and internetworking. Topics: legal issues, digital rights, digital distro, hearing and voice protection, performance and rehearsal education, business planning, alternative revenue streams, marketing and promotion, technical issues, gear, booking, management, publishing, contracts, copyright, and much more. Your conference registration also entitles you to one free set-up with IndieGate.com - sell your indie CDs and merchandise online. Only $50.00 for the whole weekend full of incredible resources, events & showcasing http://www.IMC07.com/LA for registration & details!
Here's the preliminary listing of workshops and panels for IMC/LA
-Podsafe Music & the Podcaster (Tim Coyne)
Los Angeles actor/writer/podcaster, Tim Coyne, leads a panel discussion with other prominent Los Angeles podcasters about music in the podosphere.

Online Marketing for Independent Artists (Chip Schutzman)
A workshop designed to assist the artist with helpful tips and advice on how to self-promote their new CD releases and tour dates on the web.

"Radio Marketing 101" (Nick Pargaz)
Promoting a record to radio involves more then just sending it to the station; we will discuss the process in promoting a record to radio and the approach an independent artist should take with programmers and music directors.

"Basics of Music Publishing" (Rob Case)
Learn the basic steps of the music publishing business including a detailed outline that every songwriter, composer, producer should know: Agreements, Studios, Budgets, and Copyrights.

"Meet the Producers" PANEL
A group of well-known producers in one room! This panel needs no further explanation.

"Publishing, Fact and Fiction" PANEL
The complex business of publishing will be discussed

"What's My Line? Job Descriptions" PANEL
Producers, managers, booking agents, engineers, and others will describe their jobs and who does what.
"Got Ringing? - What EVERY Musician Needs to Know About Hearing Loss" (Elaine Ramos)

And MUCH MUCH MORE! Only $50.00 for the whole weekend full of incredible resources, events & showcasing http://www.IMC07.com/LA for registration & details!

Gwar added to Viva La Bands tour

THE MIGHTY GWAR ADDED TO THE
2007 "VIVA LA BANDS" TOUR LINEUP

Bam Margera and the rest of the VIVA crew are proud to announce the addition of the mighty GWAR to the ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK "Viva La Bands 2007 Tour!"

"This tour is now a full blown rock show since we confirmed GWAR," said Bam Margera. "GWAR assures the tour of even more madness and mayhem." GWAR singer Oderus Urungus added, "I guess Bam didn't get enough of us when we were on "Viva La Bam". We're excited to torture him some more on this tour."

The ROCKSTAR Viva La Bands Tour (http://www.vivalabands.com/) hits 30 cities in the US and Canada September 24th through November 3rd 2007. Featured acts already announced include Grammy Award˙ nominated British metal act Cradle of Filth, hard rockers CKY (featuring Bam's brother, Jesse Margera) and hot Swedish band Vains of Jenna, who Bam recently signed to his Filthy Note records.

The tour comes on the heels of the release of "Viva La Bands: Volume 2", a compilation CD/DVD that will appear in stores nationwide on September 4, 2007 through a joint venture between Bam's Filthy Note label and Ferret Music. The double disc CD/DVD includes twenty bands from around the globe, rare Bam DVD footage, and seven exclusive tracks recorded just for the project (brand new selections from Clutch, Bloodhound Gang, Children Of Bodom, In Flames, CKY, and more).

In addition to the musical acts on the tour, Viva La Bands will be projecting more than 60 minutes of exclusive video content including deleted scenes from Bam's wildly successful MTV series "Viva La Bam˙".

Tour Dates are as follows:
Wed-Sep-26 Norfolk, VA Norva
Fri-Sep-28 Myrtle Beach, SC HOB
Sun-Sep-30 Fort Lauderdale, FL Revolution
Mon-Oct-01 Orlando, FL Firestone
Tue-Oct-02 St Petersburgh, FL Jannus Landing
Thu-Oct-04 Dallas, TX House of Blues
Fri-Oct-05 Houston, TX Verizon Wireless
Sat-Oct-06 San Antonio, TX Sunset Station
Mon-Oct-08 Tempe, AZ Marquee
Tue-Oct-09 Las Vegas, NV Joint
Thu-Oct-11 San Diego, CA soma
Fri-Oct-12 Los Angeles, CA Wiltern
Sat-Oct-13 San Francisco, CA Warfield
Mon-Oct-15 Salt Lake City Salt Air
Tue-Oct-16 Denver, CO Fillmore
Thu-Oct-18 Tulsa, OK Cains
Fri-Oct-19 St Louis, MO Pops
Sat-Oct-20 Kansas City, MO Beaumont
Sun-Oct-21 Minneapolis, MN Myth
Tue-Oct-23 Chicago, IL Congress
Wed-Oct-24 Milwaukee, WI Eagles Ballroom
Fri-Oct-26 Columbus, OH LC Pavilion
Sat-Oct-27 Cleveland Agora Ballroom
Sun-Oct-28 Detroit, MI Harpo's
Tue-Oct-30 Toronto, ON The Docks
Wed-Oct-31 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory
Fri-Nov-02 New York, NY Roseland
Sat-Nov-03 Worcester, MA Palladium

Terri Hendrix on tour

Award-winning singer-songwriter Terri Hendrix is set to mark the 10-year anniversary of her homegrown Wilory Records label with the release of her ninth album, The Spiritual Kind. She will unveil her latest offering nationally on August 28th with an in-store appearance at Waterloo Records in Austin, TX..
Coming three years after the acclaimed The Art of Removing Wallpaper and two years after her just-for-grins foray into kid’s music with the whimsical (and wildly successful) Celebrate the Difference, The Spiritual Kind is a celebration of life and song that sums up Terri’s myriad charms like a veritable career anthology. Some of the tracks, including “Acre of Land,” “The Spiritual Kind” and Terri’s cover of Woody Guthrie’s powerful “Pastures of Plenty,” have already proven their mettle over months of road testing in listening rooms, theaters and festivals across the country. Others, like the incredibly catchy but socially conscious “Jim Thorpe’s Blues” and the beautiful “Soul of My Soul,” are certain to join the ranks of the fan-favorites that helped secure Terri’s standing as one of the most endearing independent artists throughout the contemporary folk scene. The record plays like a warm “thank you” to her longtime fans, and serves as the perfect introduction to listeners who have yet to “experience” Hendrix.
The Spiritual Kind, like all of Terri’s albums since 1998’s Wilory Farm, was produced by her longtime musical partner Lloyd Maines (Joe Ely, Terry Allen, Dixie Chicks). Terri plays guitar, mandolin, papoose and, most notably, lots of harmonica on the record (she attributes the focus on harp this time around to an obsession with Sonny Terry and Sonny Boy Williamson). Lloyd plays guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer and pedal steel. The studio sessions were also graced by the duo’s longtime rhythm section of Glenn Fukunaga and Paul Pearcy, as well as special guests Richard Bowden, Riley Osbourn, Bukka Allen, Walt Wilkins, Michael O’Connor and Adam Odor.

Stylistically, Terri calls it a “hippie folk record” — though as anyone familiar with her music knows, she’s never been one to play straight by genre rules. The Spiritual Kind just wouldn’t be a Terri Hendrix record — let alone her most personal and carefree to date — if it didn’t flirt so joyously with everything from acoustic folk to pop to country to jazz, all mixed together as boldly as the eye-popping colors of the album’s symbolic cover (painted by noted Dallas artist, Artman). This, after all, is the same Terri who recently claimed the “Absolutely KINDIE” honor at the 2006 XM Nation Awards on the strength of her singular Doris Day/punk-rock/metal mash-up, “Nerves,” from Celebrate the Difference.
Her other awards to date include a handful of “Songwriter of the Year” nods in both Austin and her native San Antonio and a GRAMMY™ for co-writing the Dixie Chicks’ instrumental, “Lil’ Jack Slade” … not to mention more than a decade’s worth of rave reviews from publications including Paste, Mojo, Texas Monthly, Dirty Linen and more. Tom Staundter of the New York Gazette neatly summed up Terri’s appeal to “smart songwriting and gingersnap singing.”

Tour Dates:
9/29/2007 Texas Nights Concerts, Friendswood TX
10/4/2007 Tommy Alverson's 10th Family Gathering Music Festival, Meridian TX
10/5/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/6/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/7/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/12/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/13/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/14/2007 SOLD OUT: "Life's a Song" Workshop Weekend , Port Aransas TX
10/27/2007 Camp Street Cafe, Crockett TX

Marc Cannata of Far From Finished hospitalized

Far From Finished Drummer Hospitalized, Tour Continues
After their show in the Netherlands last Friday, Far From Finished drummer Marc Cannata was having problems breathing and was checked into a local hospital. It appeared to be heart-related, so Marc will be spending the duration of the week in the hospital. It is no longer life-threatening, however, doctors orders do not allow Marc to play drums for quite some time. Marc insists that his bandmates continue the tour without him, so the guys will be trying out replacement drummers over the next few days.
The tour is slated to continue as planned on Saturday, September 29th in Belgium. As a result, all four UK shows before this date have been cancelled. The band apologies for the last minute cancellations, but, would like to note that their bandmates well being is their first priority. Doctors orders do not allow Marc to travel via flight for the next two months, so this is obviously a difficult situation for him and his loved ones.
We encourage you to send your get-well wishes and e-cardsto Marc via this email address: wsulzman@yahoo.com. Please put the subject as "Attn: Marc Cannata". If you're feeling extra nice, please mail your get well card to the band's European booking agency and they'll make sure it makes its way to Marc. If you're from the U.S. and do not want to send overseas, please e-mail wsulzman@yahoo.com for more info, otherwise use this address: Muttis Booking Büro Attn: Marc Canatta / Far From Finished Oranienstrasse 4410969 Berlin, Germany
From their multiple van wrecks, label trouble, and shrew of past members, Far From Finished are a band that has never had things easy, so all the support is very much appreciated! Please try to make it out to one of the remaining shows, buy merch, leave a donation, and give the band your support in their time of need.
* Related Links:- http://www.thinkfastrecords.com - http://www.myspace.com/farfromfinished - http://www.muttis-booking.com *

Far From Finished Tour Dates:
Sep 25 * CANCELLED *@ Juction - Bristol, England
Sep 26 * CANCELLED *@ Chambers Bar - Dundee, Scotland
Sep 27 * CANCELLED *@ The Subculture - Leeds, England
Sep 28 * CANCELLED *@ The Thatched House - Stockport, England
Sep 29@ K2 - Ostende, Belgium
Sep 30@ Goudvishal - Arnhem, Netherlands
Oct 1@ Moormerland - Phönix, Germany
Oct 2@ Stubnitz - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Oct 3@ Bastard - Osnabrück, Germany
Oct 4@ Picasso - Krefeld, Germany
Oct 5@ Sonic Ballroom - Köln, Germany
Oct 6@ Joc de Nartist - Temse, Belgium
Oct 8@ Sala Mogambo - Valencia, Spain
Oct 9@ CSO Arrebato - Zaragoza, Spain
Oct 10@ Sala Gruta 77 - Madrid, Spain
Oct 11@ Sala Iguana - Vigo, Spain
Oct 13@ Platernena - Durango, Spain
Oct 14@ Carretera 13 - Badalona, Spain
Oct 16@ Walfisch - Freiburg, Germany
Oct 17@ Garage Kleiner Club - Saarbrücken, Germany
Oct 18@ Dynamo - Zürich, Switzerland
Oct 19@ Orangehouse - München, Germany
Oct 20@ Nonestop Kino - Graz, Austria
Oct 21@ B 72 - Wien, Austria
Oct 23@ Pumpe - Kiel, Germany
Oct 24@ Hafenklang - Hamburg, Germany
Oct 25@ Stengade - Copenhagen, Denmark
Oct 26@ Sackfabrik - Magdeburg, Germany
Oct 27@ Tschabos - Rottenburg, Germany

Buffalo Killers to tour with the Black Crowes

Cincinnati, Ohio’s Buffalo Killers are back on the road in the U.S. this fall opening for the Black Crowes. The 20+ date tour begins this Friday on the west coast and will travel through the midwest and head on south all through October.

The band’s latest single “Don't You Ever Think I Cry,” a cover of the seventies British cult band Rockin' Horse, is now available exclusively online at: www.alivenergy.com/Buffalo_Killers_Dont_You_Ever_Think.mp3

as is their self-titled debut on Alive Records.

The Buffalo Killers are brothers Zachary (vox/bass) and Andrew Gabbard (vox/guitar) with Joseph Sebaali (drums). Drawing comparisons in sound to Cream, Neil Young and Crazy Horse, The Jimi Hendrix Experience and the Allman Brothers, the bands’ music is deeply rooted in 60s psychedelic and 70s blues rock.

Listen to more music view the “S.S. Nowhere” video at:

www.myspace.com/buffalokillers.com

The Buffalo Killers/The Black Crowes confirmed U.S. tour itinerary:

DATE VENUE CITY/STATE
September 28 Les Schwab Amphitheater Bend, OR
September 29 Crystal Ballroom Portland, OR
September 30 Cuthbert Amphitheater Eugene, OR
October 2 Paramount Theatre Seattle, WA
October 3 Big Easy Concert House Boise, ID
October 5 Paramount Theatre Oakland, CA
October 6 Grand Sierra Resort & Casino Reno, NV
October 7 Orpheum Theatre Los Angeles, CA
October 9 4th & B Concert Theater San Diego, CA
October 11 The Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Las Vegas, NV
October 12 Grove of Anaheim Anaheim, CA
October 13 Pozo Saloon Pozo, CA
October 16 The State Theatre Minneapolis, MN
October 18 Riviera Theatre Chicago, IL
October 19 The Pageant St. Louis, MO
October 20 Mud Island Amphitheatre Memphis, TN
October 22 Taft Theatre Cincinnati, OH
October 23 Louisville Palace Theatre Louisville, KY
October 24 Thomas Wolfe Auditorium Asheville, NC
October 26 Palladium Ballroom Dallas, TX
October 27 Harrah’s Riverdome Bossier City, LA

The Cult will lead Jagermeister Music Tour

The Fall 2007 installment of the hugely popular Jägermeister Music Tour will take a totally new turn with rock favorites, The Cult. The Tour kicks off on October 17th and runs through mid-December.

The tour coincides with the release of the multi-platinum band's highly anticipated forthcoming release, Born Into This, set to hit on October 2nd via Roadrunner Records in conjunction with The Cult's imprint label, New Wilderness. This is the band’s first new studio album since 2001 and was recorded in London with producer Youth (Verve, Primal Scream).

The Cult, one of Britain’s premier rock bands, has continuously broken through genres and defied classification with hit songs like “She Sells Sanctuary,” “Rain,” and “Love Removal Machine.” Ian Astbury’s distinct vocals and Billy Duffy’s soaring, riff-heavy guitar combine for a sound that has set the band off down their very own idiosyncratic path.

Fresh from a series of summer festivals and European arena shows with rock legends The Who, The Cult will now reign as headliners on the 2007 Jägermeister Music Tour.

“The Cult is the perfect headlining band for the Jägermeister Tour because of their sound and image,” says Rick Zeiler, Director of Marketing and Brand Development for Jägermeister. “This band continues to produce great music while sticking to their roots of nonconformity. They go to the beat of their own drummer and so does Jägermeister. We're big fans of The Cult and look forward to the kickoff of this fall’s Jägermeister Music Tour.” The band is also excited to be hitting the road with the Jägermeister tour: “Given our long history as a live act, the Cult are delighted to partner up with Jägermeister, clearly long time supporters of live music and authentic touring musicians” says Billy Duffy.

The bill will be rounded out by VietNam, The Cliks, and Action Action. Texas’ VietNam is a hard-driving mix of rock and hair. Rolling Stone called their 2007 debut album “… a freewheeling record with dashes of Sixties psychedelia and skronk-y noise – and open-armed sing-alongs, to boot.” Meanwhile, The Cliks are celebrating the release of their album, Snakehouse. The Boston Globe exclaimed that “The Cliks, a foursome from Toronto, rock with primal, stylish ferocity reminiscent of the early Pretenders.” New York’s own Action Action has been compared to Interpol and The Killers. Rick Anderson of AllMusic.com wrote, “…you'll have a hard time resisting the perfect popcraft on songs like "Photograph" and "This Year's Fashion."


Going on six years, the Jägermeister Music Tour, produced by Live Nation, is better than ever and has become THE rock show to see. This year’s tour will feature a local Jägermeister band on every one of the dates through December. Fans will not only have the opportunity to experience a great show, but will also have a chance to snag some great Jägermeister prizes and giveaways like Jägermeister bands’ compilation CDs, as well as plenty of Jägermeister shirts, hats, and more. Other prizes and giveaways from sponsors include custom tour prizes from Schecter Guitars, JVC Mobile Electronics, and Peavey Electronics. *

The Jägermeister Music Tour will be advertised in print and on radio. For more information, check out www.JagermeisterMusicTour.com or www.thecult.us . Tickets on sale soon!

About Jägermeister
Imported from Germany and made with herbs and spices, Jägermeister is the most popular shot brand in the United States and the leading imported cordial. Known for its creative marketing and innovative promotions, Jägermeister is proud to be a part of the music scene and an active supporter of up-and-coming musicians. Jägermeister is imported by Sidney Frank Importing Co., Inc. of New Rochelle, NY who encourages all those 21 and over to drink responsibly.


*Must be 21 or over to be eligible for prizes. Giveaways and raffle prizes are subject to state and local laws and are not available in California and may not be available at other shows.

Tar Fest offers family fun

October 4-7, 2007, Miracle Mile District Will Come Alive With the Energy of Emerging Artists Spanning the Creative Spectrum

WHAT:
TarFest 2007 is a free public festival of emerging film, music and art in the historic Miracle Mile district of Los Angeles. A four-day event, TarFest features screenings of experimental and traditional films, outdoor musical performances, innovative art installations, sculptures, paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media and arts education.

WHEN:
Oct. 4, 6-9 p.m.
TarFest 2007 VIP Reception
Craft and Folk Art Museum
5814 Wilshire Boulevard

Oct. 5, 6-10 p.m.
TarFest Art Program
Korean Cultural Center
505 Wilshire Boulevard

Oct. 6, 1-5:30 p.m.
TarFest Short Film Program I
Korean Cultural Center
5505 Wilshire Boulevard

6-9 p.m.
TarFest Short Film Program II
A+D Museum
5900 Wilshire Boulevard

9 p.m.-1 a.m. Af – Tar Party
A+D Museum
5900 Wilshire Blvd

Oct. 7, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
TarFest Sunday in the Park
LaBrea Tar Pits Park
5801 Wilshire Blvd.

INFO:
For more information on TarFest 2007, please visit www.tarfest.com .

Bands for listening and looking

Pentacle

Wannes Gubbels (vocals/bass) of PENTACLE has released this statement about the band's upcoming release on Ibex Moon Records:
"As was the case with its predecessor Ancient Death, our new album Under the Black Cross is again a very honest and raw sounding Death Metal offering. Don't expect something fancy. Being inspired by classic acts as Venom, Celtic Frost, Possessed, Mantas/Death and Pentagram (Chile), this is pure obscure extreme underground Metal the Pentacle style. Recorded in the studio where we laid all our other previous albums on tape (Harrow Productions), Under the Black Cross features a heavy production with its raw edges, as it is meant to be. The US-version of Under the Black Cross contains some extras the Euro-release didn't feature.
"For the first time on CD, one will be able to read the whole lyrical output dealing with the concept of Under the Black Cross, being Operation Chariot. This was a daring British Commando Raid that took place at Saint Nazaire, France, 1942. Now you can experience all the facts about wartime horror, honour, glory and most of all death. Except for our eight original compositions, we've included our personal interpretation of Necrovore's Divus de Mortuus. Being a major influence for Pentacle we are truly honoured to present you this track. Mind you, you can never replace the original, but we're damn proud of our own version!
"Being around in this scene with Pentacle for almost 18 years now, we can say we've achieved another personal high-light. It literally took blood, sweat and tears to get this record done, but we made it happen. We hope all you Death Metal heads will share our feelings about this album and that you'll enjoy it as much as we do. Remember Death Metal came with the Wind.We want to thank John McEntee and Ibex Moon Productions for giving this album an US-release. This is very much appreciated! DON'T FORGET THE ANCIENT FEELING IT STILL RULES!!!"
http://www.pentacle.nl/



Denial Fiend
Reactivated death metal band MASSACRE consisting of DENIAL FIEND members Sam Williams (guitar), Curt Beeson (drums; NASTY SAVAGE), along with ex-MASSACRE/current DENIAL FIEND members Terry Butler (bass), Steve Swanson (guitars) and Kam Lee (vocals) will make its only U.S. appearance on October 6 at The Crowbar in Ybor City/Tampa, Florida.
http://www.crowbarlive.com/events/view/2007-10-06
This show is DENIAL FIEND's CD-release party and will see DENIAL FIEND closing the night with a one-time-only MASSACRE pre-tour set. (Both MASSACRE and DENIAL FIEND will be touring Europe between late October and middle of November as part of the "Massacre Re-Animated Tour".)
Former MASSACRE/DEATH frontman Kam Lee recently issued the following statement in response to requests from fans for MASSACRE to do some U.S. dates:
"MASSACRE will NOT be touring the U.S. and that is FINAL!" This has nothing to do against our U.S. fans, as we do appreciate all the fans (what very few we have) here in the U.S., but you have to understand from a business stand point this is not even possible. MASSACRE can not get the correct kind of SUPPORT in the U.S. to even attempt a tour with out taking substantial financial losses. NO PROMOTER in the U.S. will even look at us at this moment. Shit, as a matter of fact no promoters in the U.S. ever gave a fuck about MASSACRE in the past... and the only reason they would even look at us now would be to EXPLOIT us in an opportunisic way.
"MASSACRE is NOT back together as a working band, but only agreed to tour Europe in order to push DENIAL FIEND!!"
MASSACRE's lineup for the upcoming "Re-Animated" European tour - which is scheduled to kick off October 26 and last through November 18 - will consist of DENIAL FIEND members Sam Williams (guitar), Curt Beeson (drums; NASTY SAVAGE), along with ex-MASSACRE members Terry Butler (bass), Steve Swanson (guitars) and Kam Lee (vocals). The material covered on the tour will consist only of songs from 1991's "From Beyond" and "Inhuman Condition" EP.
In addition to MASSACRE, the "Re-Animated" tour will feature appearances by DENIAL FIEND, JUNGLE ROT, ASHURA (France), EXTERMINATOR (Belgium), SUICIDAL ANGELS (Greece) and EXTREME NOISE TERROR (U.K.; last three shows only).
Kam Lee previously stated about the upcoming tour: "This will be a joint tour with DENIAL FIEND and should not be considered a 'reunion' tour but rather an extension of what 'true' MASSACRE is, and should be considered a 'fan appreciation' tour! It's my way of saying thanks to all the MASSACRE fans for the support all these years... for keeping the 'Ancient Cult Death' sound and style alive all this time!"

Current confirmed dates for the "Massacre Re-animated Tour"
Featuring Massacre, Jungle Rot, DENIAL FIEND, Suicidal Angel, Exterminator and Ashura
10.26 Berlin (GER) K 17
10.29 Osnabrück (GER) N 8
10.30 Glauchau (GER) Alte Spinnerei
11.01 Adelsheim (GER) Live Factory
11.03 München (GER) Metropolis
11.09 Athen (GREECE) An Club
11.10 Mailand (ITALY) Transylvania Live
11.12 Paris (FRANCE) La Loco
11.13 Saarbrücken (GER) Garage
11.16 London (UK) tba
11.17 Dublin (IRE) Voodoo Lounge
11.18 Manchester (UK) tba

http://www.myspace.com/denialfiendband

Nervochaos
Continuing the fine metal tradition of such bands as SEPULTURA and KRISIUN, NERVOCHAOS is Brazil's newest metal hope.

Features special guest appearnces by
Alex Camargo (KRISIUN), John McEntee (INCANTATION), Emperor Magnus Caligula (DARK FUNERAL), Sanguine & Wrath (AVERSE SEFIRA) and Mark `Barney' Greenway (NAPALM DEATH).
Ibex Moon Records price: $10.00 Get your copy at: www.ibexmoonrecords.com

NERVOCHAOS - "AGE OF QUARREL" Tour 2007
18/10/07 -- Porto Alegre/RS (Brasil) @ Bar Opinião w/ CANNIBAL CORPSE
20/10/07 – Belo Horizonte/MG (Brasil) @ Lapa Multishow w/ CANNIBAL CORPSE + SEXTRASH
27/10/07 – Diadema/SP (Brasil) @ TBA
11/11/07 -- São Bernardo do Campo/SP (Brasil) @ Rota do Rock

Soon more dates will be added. http://www.www.myspace.com/nervochaos

Incantation

Balkans Assassination Tour 2007: Important update and check in with band

John McEntee-
Well the first leg of our 2 month European has come to a end. For sure The Northern Assassin Tour was a great success! I was told before we left that the Scandinavian scene wasn't too strong. Well, i can't speak for other tours, but for us it was great. We had a excellent turn out every night. There were a lot of cool, old school death metal fans at all the gigs. We also got to hang out with some friends from Grave, Nominon, Immersed In Blood, Rotten Sound, Beherit, Demigod, Demilich and many more. It was a honor to be apart of such a kick ass tour, everyone has been great the bands, crew, clubs employees and all the die hard death metal supports!My new Mockingbird Special X has sounding great every night, it stays in tune great even with my low c tuning. What is also killer is that even as hard as I am on the guitar i haven't broke any strings yet. We are now getting ready to conquer Russia on the flaming arts festivals. I'm sure it will be a great experience. I want to thank Massive Music for this great opportunity. I also want to thank Craig and Reyash for doing such a great job every night, it's a honor to perform with such great guys and amazing musicians."
Craig Smilowski-
"The first leg of the tour has been a huge success. everyone is very cool and all the bands are very talented and give 100% every night. On the equipment side of things let's just say that Zildjian was more than happy to help me out with the cymbals I needed for the tour. Thank you James McGathey for your prompt actions. The cymbals sound great! To all at Vic Firth, the sticks ordered for the tour are of excellent craftsmanship as always. The other bands have taken interest in them. By the way SONOR is king, I miss my drums immensely."

In addition there are a few important changes in the tour schedule of the Balkans Assassination Tour 2007 featuring KRISIUN, INCANTATION, INACTIVEMESSIAH and ESTUARY. The tour will start as planned, but dates in Greecehave been cancelled (the promoter of these shows turned out to be a faker!) Previously announced show in Austria is also cancelled (the promoter withdrew his offer!) Instead of these, we the tour has already confirmed shows in Novi Sad (Serbia), Spisska Nova Ves (Slovakia) and Zlin (Czech Republic). The entire tour schedule below, Please, update your bookmarks!

INCANTATION with Vader, Krisiun, Rotting Christ and Funerus
27.09.2007 Warszawa @ Progresja
28.09.2007 Lublin @ Graffiti
29.09.2007 E?k @ Centrum Kultury
30.09.2007 Toru? @ Od Nowa
01.10.2007 Gdynia @ Ucho
02.10.2007 Bydgoszcz @ Vanila Club
03.10.2007 Pozna? @ Zeppelin
04.10.2007 Zielona Góra @ Winiarnia
05.10.2007 Lubin @ CK Muza
06.10.2007 Zabrze @ Wiatrak
07.10.2007 Bielsko Bia?a @ Rudeboy
08.10.2007 Kraków @ Rotunda
09.10.2007 Rzeszów @ Pod Palm?
10.10.2007 ?ód? @ Funaberia 2

INCANTATION with Krisiun, Inactive Messiah and Estuary
12.10.07 SK Bratislava @ Randal
13.10.07 CZ Brno @ Faval
14.10.07 HUN Budapest @ Blue Hell
15.10.07 ROM Cluj Napoca @ Irish & Music Pub
16.10.07 ROM Bucarest @ Preoteasa
17.10.07 BUL Sofia @ Hr Botev
19.10.07 GRE Atheens @ Underworld Club
21.10.07 MAC Skopje @ MKC
23.10.07 SER Novi Sad @ NS Time
24.10.07 SER Belgrade @ SKC
25.10.07 CRO Zagreb @ Mochvara
26.10.07 SLO Kranj @ Izbruhov Kulturni Bazen
27.10.07 SK Spisska Nova Ves @ RC Semafor
28.10.07 CZ Zlin @ Golem

http://www.myspace.com/incantation

Gala planned to benefit AIDS Project Los Angeles

HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS:
A SEASONAL CELEBRATION BY S.T.A.G.E.

When: Saturday, December 8

Time:
5:30 p.m.: Complimentary cocktail hour (for sponsors and “Star” guests)
6:30 p.m.: Complimentary dinner (for sponsors, “star” and “co-star” guests)
7:30: Doors open for all guests.
7:45: Live Auction
8:00: Live Show directed by David Galligan

Where: Key Club
9039 West Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90069

Tickets: “Star” tickets: $2000 for a table of six
“Guest star” tickets (with first-balcony seating): $200 each
“Co-star” tickets (with second-balcony seating): $150 each
“Featured” (standing room): $35 each

Purchase tickets online beginning October 5 at www.apla.org

More:
Enjoy this special edition of S.T.A.G.E., an all-star salute to the holidays from the producers of the longest-running AIDS benefit in the world. Proceeds benefit AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA).

S.T.A.G.E. was conceived in 1984 as the Los Angeles theater community’s response to the devastating impact of HIV/AIDS on our city’s residents. Since its inception, the event has raised millions to support HIV/AIDS direct services in Los Angeles County.

AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), one of the largest non-profit AIDS service organizations in the United States, provides bilingual direct services, prevention education and leadership on HIV/AIDS-related policy and legislation. Founded by four friends in 1982, APLA is a community-based, volunteer-supported organization with local, national and global reach.

Contact: Gabriel McGowan
AIDS Project Los Angeles
213.201.1521
gmcgowan@apla.org

Blood & Dumplings Crime Bus tour this Saturday

This Saturday, September 29, Esotouric's Crime Bus offers a rare edition of its wackiest true crime and history tour, Blood & Dumplings. Heading due East out of downtown for points rarely seen, the tour explores several historic communities that reflect the growth and eccentricity that are hallmarks of 20th century Los Angeles.
Crime Bus passengers will be treated to detailed descriptions of some of the most notorious, strange and fascinating forgotten tales from the past hundred years, each told at the scene of the crime. They'll thrill to the freakish case of the Man from Mars Bandit who stalked area supermarkets for months in 1951 before meeting his match in a police sharpshooter, shock to discover the deadly infighting among El Monte's American Nazi Party members, mourn the Case of the Buried Bride dragged beneath her home on her wedding day by her secret lover, gnash teeth at the weird lion farm (home to every MGM lion) that served lion meat barbecues on special occasions, and visit scenes of notorious cases including Phil Spector's spooky hilltop castle, James Ellroy's murder victim mother Geneva (the true-life inspiration for his Black Dahlia novel), neglected Manson victim Steve Parent and even an obscure East LA link to the JFK assassination.
And since no visit to the San Gabriel Valley is complete without a delicious Chinese meal, the Crime Bus will stop at 101 Noodle Express (one of Jonathan Gold's picks for 99 L.A. restaurants not to be missed) to pick up a dumpling feast, which will be enjoyed picnic-style at Monster Park, a remarkable sea-themed folk art environment recently saved from demolition. There passengers can enjoy their snack in the mouth of a concrete whale, or under a grinning octopus, then pose for photos with the creatures.
All this, plus stunning mid-century trailer parks, subterranean Black Panther hideouts, wild shootouts, dope-dealing druggists, missing Salvador Dali paintings, the original "little girl down a well" television sensation, and a very strange story about ducks. Don't miss the Crime Bus tour that Esotouric founder Kim Cooper calls "My personal favorite of all our tours, packed with more offbeat history, horror, roadside architecture and fabulous Route 66 vistas than any other."
For more info on Esotouric, visit http://www.esotouric.com

Bodog Music to release "Resident Evil: Extinction" soundtrack

Bodog Music is pleased to announce the release of the Original Soundtrack (OST) "Resident Evil: Extinction" on October 15, 2007.
The soundtrack accompanies the next instalment of the hugely successful Resident Evil film series, featuring some of the biggest names in rock music, including tracks from Bodog Music's own Overkill and Neurosonic, along side Shadows Fall, Flyleaf, Chimaira, Bayside and Throwdown. The album was compiled by Branden Steineckert, drummer for the legendary punk band Rancid.
Along with a myriad of talented artists, the soundtrack also includes the movie's original score which was composed by the multiple Grammy-nominated Charlie Clouser ("SAW" OST, "Dead Silence"). Clouser was a member of Nine Inch Nails from 1994 - 2000, and has done remixes for bands such as White Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Rammstein, Prong, Killing Joke, Type O Negative, Schwein, Collide, 12 Rounds, Foetus, Del tha Funkee Homosapien, Meat Beat Manifesto and Esthero. Two songs programmed by Clouser were nominated for Grammy Awards in 1997: White Zombie's "I'm Your Boogie Man", as well as Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper's "Hands of Death (Burn Baby Burn)", the latter of which Clouser also co-wrote and mixed.
Full tracklisting as follows:
01. Charlie Clouser - "Main Title"
02. Shadows Fall - "Stupid Crazy"
03. Flyleaf VS. The Legion Of Doom - "I'm So Sick" (T-Virus-Remix)
04. Emigrate - "My World"
05. Bayside - "Duality" (Project Alice String Remix)
06. Charlie Clouser - "Losing"
07. Aiden Vs. The Legion of Doom - "One Love" (Extinction remix)
08. Fightstar - "Deathcar"
09. Throwdown - "I, Suicide"
10. Collide - "White Rabbit" (SPC ECO Remix)
11. Chimaira - "Paralyzed"
12. Charlie Clouser - "Laser Tunnel"
13. The Bled - "Asleep On The Front Lines" (Appliantz Remix)
14. City Sleeps - "Catch Me"
15. Searchlight - "Contagious"
16. Emanuel - "Scenotaph" (DJA Infected Remix)
17. It Dies Today - "Sixth of June"
18. Poison The Well - "Wrecking Itself, Taking You With Me"
19. Charlie Clouser - "Convoy"
20. Overkill - "Devils In The Mist"*
21. Neurosonic - "So Many People"*
22. Nightwish - "Amaranth"
**special bonus tracks

"Resident Evil: Extinction" is the Screen Gems and Constantin Film action sequel starring Milla Jovovich, Oded Fehr, Mike Epps and Ashanti, which is slated for release in the UK on October 12, 2007 through Sony Pictures and comes from the creators of "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer", "The Black Dahlia" and the "Resident Evil" series. The "Resident Evil: Extinction" OST will be released through Bodog Music on October 15, 2007, with the digital version going out on October 8, 2007.

www.residentevil-extinction.co.uk
www.bodoglife.net/music

27 to tour with Isis and Minus the Bear

Boston, MA’s 27 has announced November and December tours with ISIS and MINUS THE BEAR.

27 were chosen by ISIS to support the band on their 10th anniversary tour, exclusively covering ground along the U.S. coastal regions. These shows will kick-off on November 1 in New York City and will also include support from OXBOW, BIG BUSINESS, CLOUDS and THESE ARMS ARE SNAKES on various dates.

Immediately following, 27 will join Undergroove label-mates MINUS THE BEAR for a two-week tour of the United Kingdom in December.

27 will also be performing as part of Second Annual Maple Farm Sanctuary Fundraiser on October 21 in Mendon, MA. Maple Farm Sanctuary is a registered non-profit organization that provides lifelong homes for abused, abandoned or unwanted farm animals while promoting veganism and respect for all life. A complete listing of 27 tour dates can be found below.

27, who recently saw the addition of Terri Christopher and Greg Moss to their line-up, are touring in support of the North American release of their breathtaking Holding On For Brighter Days via Relapse Records. The North American version features the new track "Sorrows Crown", as well as two videos for the title track and all-new packaging and design. Holding On For Brighter Days tracks “Heaven Owes Me One” and “Closer To You”, can be heard via the band’s official MySpace: www.MySpace.com/Twenty27Seven. This is the first domestic release for the band following 2004's "Let the Light In" EP via Hydrahead.

www.27.vg
www.MySpace.com/Twenty27Seven.


27 Tour Dates:

October 21 Mendon, MA Maple Farm Sanctuary (www.myspace.com/maplefarmsanctuary)

***All Dates from November 1 thru November 20 w/ ISIS***

November 1 New York, NY The Fillmore @ Irving Plaza (w/ OXBOW)
November 2 Philadelphia, PA Trocadero Theater (w/ OXBOW)
November 3 Cambridge, MA Middle East Downstairs (w/ OXBOW)
November 4 Cambridge, MA Middle East Downstairs (w/ CLOUDS)
November 14 Seattle, WA Neumo’s (w/ THESE ARMS ARE SNAKES)
November 15 Vancouver, BC Richard’s on Richards (w/ THESE ARMS ARE SNAKES)
November 16 Portland, OR Hawthorne Theater
November 18 San Francisco, CA Slim’s (w/ BIG BUSINESS)
November 20 Los Angeles, CA Troubadour (w/ BIG BUSINESS)

***All Dates from December 6 thru December 20 w/ MINUS THE BEAR***

December 6 Yeovil, U.K. Orange Box
December 7 Cardiff, U.K. Ifor Bach
December 8 Milton Keynes, U.K. The Pitz
December 9 Nottingham, U.K. Rescue Rooms
December 10 Sheffield, U.K. Corporation
December 11 Leeds, U.K. Cockpit
December 12 Glasgow, Scotland King Tut’s
December 13 Manchester, U.K. Academy 3
December 14 Birmingham, U.K. Barfly
December 15 Oxford, U.K. Zodiac
December 17 Portsmouth, U.K. Wedgewood Rooms
December 18 Colchester, U.K. Arts Centre
December 19 Bristol, U.K. Fleece
December 20 London, U.K. Mean Fiddler

Tickets available for upcoming shows

ON SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH AT 1O AM:
PARAMORE
with special guests
The Starting Line
The Almost

November 14th
The Wiltern
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On Sale Sunday, September 30th at 1 PM:
JULIO IGLESIAS
November 7thGibson Amphitheatre
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On Sale Sunday, September 30th at 1 PM:
Brian Setzer Orchestra
December 21 & 22
Gibson Amphitheatre
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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES SUNSET STRIP

On Sale NOW:

Sean Healy Presents Hollywood Live - September 29


On Sale Thursday, September 27th at 10:00 AM:

Social Distortion - December 28

Social Distortion - December 29

Social Distortion - December 30


On Sale Saturday, September 29th at 10:00 AM:

Alter Bridge, Another Animal - November 7

The Vandals Winter Formal, A Kiss Could Be Deadly - December 22

Led Zepagain, Which One's Pink - January 5

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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES ANAHEIM

On Sale NOW:

Blonde Redhead - October 26


On Sale Thursday, September 27th at 10:00 AM:

Social Distortion, The Crowd - December 13

Social Distortion, The Scuffs - December 14

Social Distortion, Bobot Adrenaline - December 15


On Sale Saturday, September 29th at 10:00 AM:

The Lemonheads, Racoon - December 2

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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT GIBSON AMPHITHEATRE AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK

On Sale Friday, September 28th at 1:00 PM:

Cafe Tacuba - November 29


On Sale Sunday, September 30th at 1:00 PM:

Julio Iglesias - November 7

Brian Setzer Orchestra - December 21

Support local music

Here's the latest in the local scene, compliments of my friend Sierra Madre Sue:

Larry is the chef from CAFE 322. In addition to cooking up tasty and attractive Italian dishes at the restaurant, Larry is in a band with cousin and owner of 322, Mario. You might guess that it's a Jazz band, considering they feature a lot of Jazz in their entertainment line-up, and in the artwork on the walls. But Jazz it is NOT! With Larry on bass and Mario on guitar and vocals, these two otherwise mild-mannered men create some extremely high-energy, hard-hitting Rock 'n' Roll. They've got the late time slot at the BUCCANEER LOUNGE this Sat. 9/29 - 11 or 11:30ish, because they've got to close up the restaurant first!

THURS. 9/27 - RICK SHEA AND THE LOSIN' END @ ARCADIA BLUES CLUB, 8-11:30pm, with special guests the TREMOLOCOS do ing the middle set at 9pm. 16 E. Huntington Dr. 626-447-9349. $5 cover - goes to the guest band. N ightly beer and cocktail specials, free pool & 2 great musical acts with frequent surprise guests - what a bargain! Honky Tonk Blues & Country every Thursday nite! http://rickshea.com/

9/27 - Every Thursday at the Skyebox in Montrose, Better Than Blue (Felicia, Danny, etc.) continues to host a weekly Jam Night. It runs from 8:30 PM until 12. 3710 N. Verdugo Rd. 818-249-3617. Above the Sun Palace Chinese Restaurant. http://www.betterthanblue.com/openjampage.html

FRI. 9/28 - AMERICAN CATAPULT and BLUE UNION @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. Couldn't find any info. on Blue Union, but loved the tunes on American Catapult's MySpace page, especially the one about the Stingray bicycle - some good nostalgia there! http://www.myspace.com/americancatapult

FRI. 9/28 - "SWING DANCE PARTY" with FLAT TOP TOM @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Call for time: 626-836-5414. Full bar and great Italian food. "Pizza, Martinis and dancing the night away to great swing and blues!" www.flattoptom.com

FRI. 9/28 & SAT. 9/29 - "THE SUBS" (Better Than Blue's acoustic alter ego) @ the DOCKSIDE in WEST COVINA, 7:30 - 11:30pm. 3057 E. Garvey Ave. North. Joe Velosa, Danny Hesse, Felicia Bright. Acoustic rock, soul & blues. 626-915-3474. http://www.wearethesubs.com/

SEPTEMBER 29TH - HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY, ELLEN, DEB, & MAUREEN!

SAT. 9/29 - MARK HUMPHREYS @ BEANTOWN IN SIERRA MADRE, 8 - 11pm. 45 N. Baldwin Ave. 626-355-1596. Soups, sandwiches, pastries, desserts, coffee drinks, etc. SINGER-SONGWRITER-GUITAR PLAYER. http://www.markhumphreys.com/

SAT. 9/29 - WRECK 'N' SOW @ BARN BURNER IN PASADENA, 8 - 11pm. 1000 S. Fair Oaks Ave. 626-403-RIBS. BBQ, beer, wine. BLUEGRASS.

SAT. 9/29 - FATSO JETSON, PUTTANESCA and ARE YOU A COP? @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, in reverse order - 9pm-ish. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. Fatso Jetson = Mario and Larry (see photo) from Cafe 322 up the street.

SAT. 9/29 - ALUMINUM MARSHMALLOW @ RUDE DOG IN COVINA, 9pm. 114 N. Citrus Ave. $5 cover from what I could gather on their MySpace site, but I'm not positive. Just 'cause my brother's in the band doesn't mean I have all the answers! 626-322-8922. 60's & 70's Classic Rock.

SUN. 9/30 - BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER @ FIREFLY BISTRO IN SOUTH PASADENA, 11am - 2pm. 1009 El Centro. 626-441-2443. BLUES Brunch under a big breezy tent. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/

SUN. 9/30 - GRANT PARK SOFTBALL - ALL ARE WELCOME! NOT A LEAGUE - JUST FOR FUN & THE LOVE OF THE GAME! CORNER OF CORDOVA & MICHIGAN IN PASADENA, 3 BLOCKS WEST OF PCC. BATTING PRACTICE 12:30, GAME TIME ASAP. BRING YOUR GLOVE, BAT, CHAIR, ICE CHEST, ETC. EVERY SUNDAY....

SUN. 9/30 - "OPERA TO BROADWAY" VOCAL PERFORMANCES @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 7pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar, great italian food, talented staff!

OCTOBER 3rd - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY SON MATT!
Wait - how can he be 24 when I'm only 27 myself???

WED. 10/3 - MAX BUDA (formerly LOS CHUMPS featuring Chester on electric violin, Jerry on grand piano, Tedroy on bass and Sierra Madre's own Peter Burke on drums) @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 8:00pm. 626-836-5414. Full bar, great Italian food. Sort of a unique jazzy-rock kinda thing - very entertaining stuff!

THURS. 10/4 - RICK SHEA AND THE LOSIN' END @ ARCADIA BLUES CLUB, 8-11:30pm, with special guests WRECK 'N' SOW do ing the middle set at 9pm. 16 E. Huntington Dr. 626-447-9349. $5 cover - goes to the guest band. N ightly beer and cocktail specials, free pool & 2 great musical acts with frequent surprise guests - what a bargain! Honky Tonk Blues & Country every Thursday nite! http://rickshea.com/
Pierre & Andre Dupuy's BLUEGRASS group - come on out and show your support for these local yokels! It's a big room - somebody's gotta fill it!

SAT. 10/6 - Open Mic Night @ the FRETHOUSE in Covina. 309 N. Citrus Ave. (626) 339-7020. Always on the first Saturday of the month, and just one dollar for performers or audience. Sign-up starts at 7:30. If there aren't enough slots for everybody they'll make a list for the next month, and call you. Each act gets two songs or ten minutes, whichever comes first. The show starts at 8:00. They'll have desserts and coffee ready. Bring your friends and family and join the show! www.covina.com/frethouse/

SAT. 10/6 - JEFF STETSON and THE B.O. TRIO PLAY A "MIXED BAG AND SOME BLUES" AT ZEPHYR COFFEE HOUSE IN PASADENA, 8:30 - 10pm. 2419 E. Colorado Blvd., just E. of Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-793-7330. Soups, sandwiches, coffee, tea, smoothies, etc.

SAT. 10/6 - SOMEONE'S AT THE BUC - IT WAS GONNA BE MERCY & THEN IT WAS GONNA BE SCOTTY & I THINK MAYBE'S NOW IT'S JOB! CHECK NEXT WEEK'S UPDATE, OR CALL TONY AT 626-355-9045.

SUN. 10/7 - BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER @ FIREFLY BISTRO IN SOUTH PASADENA, 11am - 2pm. 1009 El Centro. 626-441-2443. BLUES Brunch under a big breezy tent. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/

SUN. 10/7 - have lunch with NEW ASTROTURF @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 1:30 - 4:30pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great Italian food in a comfy setting. Bring the family! Acoustic folk/rock.

SUN. 10/7 - "OKTOBERFEST" @ MATT DENNY'S ALE HOUSE RESTAURANT IN ARCADIA, 2 - 9pm. Featuring special menu items, a variety of BEER, and of course, a traditional Oom Pah Pah Band by the name of STEWEDSHIEDZEL... and yes - they will have you doing the chicken dance! Fun, fun, fun for all ages! 145 E. Huntington Dr. 626-446-1077.

SUN. 10/7 - "OPERA TO BROADWAY" VOCAL PERFORMANCES @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 7pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great italian food.

Please remember to call and verify all info. before making plans. Everything is subject to change. This is show biz, after all.

Hope to see you out & about,
SierraMadreSue
sierramadresue@yahoo.com

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Matt Zane comments on ex-Society 1 members

With the recent release of the final MINISTRY album, one must take notice that 1/3 of the current lineup was once an integral part of the industrial metal band Society 1. Both Sin and Paul Raven played on SOCIETY 1's Exit Through Fear released in 2003 and are both listed in the album liner notes. The pair also toured in support of that album as seen on the In Our Own Images DVD that was released as part of Years of Spiritual Dissent via Crash Music. After a few months of touring, Raven left SOCIETY 1 and joined up with GODFLESH.
"Raven left Society 1 after a short stint of touring to go on the road with GODFLESH" states Matt Zane. "I understood he needed to pay the bills and this was before Society 1 was touring full time for Earache."
Ex-SOCIETY 1 guitarist Sin Quirin left the band to join THE REVOLTING COCKS in 2006. At the time both Ministry and Society 1 shared the same touring agent, John Finberg. When the band was dropped from Earache Records, Sin contacted John Finberg, owner of First Row Talent asking for a favor. A mutual agreement was made between both Sin and John Finberg which put Sin into THE REVOLTING COCKS without an audition.
"All I know is that some deal was put in place between the two of them. It must have been an amazing situation that was worked out because Sin didn't even have to audition. A few phone calls were made and he was in the band" stated Zane.
Some time later, Zane was presented with the news and to his surprise, was shocked.
"I get a call from Sin" says Matt Zane. "He says he is going to do the Rev Co tour but if SOCIETY 1 gets a new deal he would cancel the tour and stay to record the new album. Well we get signed to Crash Music and the day the contract comes, Sin leaves on a plane for Texas. He didn't even sign the deal. From that point, he just became harder and harder to get a hold of until he just vanished."
The deal that Sin and First Row Talent struck to get Sin into Rev Co broke down and was never fulfilled by Sin although John lived up to his end by getting Sin into THE REVOLTING COCKS. As Sin was still considered a member of SOCIETY 1, this caused a strain on the relationship between Finberg and SOCIETY 1 causing the band to miss out on numerous concerts and tours for close to two years.
"We had a really good thing with First Row Talent until the whole thing with Sin happened. They booked hundreds of shows over the years and also put us in touch with labels, press etc... All that stopped after Sin didn't fulfill his end of the bargain. I am happy for the guy but I wish he would have just been a little more honorable with his actions. When I met him he was tinting windows and had never played a gig outside LA., never been on a record, never been to Europe, never been in a magazine etc. It would of been cool if he would have just honored his deal with our agent rather than strain our relationship with him. He really left us hanging after all SOCIETY 1 did for him."
Now that Sin is officially out of SOCIETY 1, Matt Zane is moving forward and working on a new album, Sadist Messiah” which will be released sometime in 2008.
"I have a whole new crew together except for our bass player Dirt. Writing is going well and it looks like we are going to record with Wade Norton once again. He heard the new stuff was into it."
When asked about the latest MINISTRY album, The Last Sucker, Zane commented "I find the whole thing kind of flattering. Paul Raven is great. I always loved working with the guy and he is kind of legend coming from KILLING JOKE and PRONG so I totally understand Al asking him to be in the band. Although Sin made a very underhanded deal with our agent to get in the band he is still a great player and I am glad that people will finally realize that I don't choose just any idiot to play in SOCIETY 1. I will have to thank Al [Jourgensen] next time I see him for giving my band some validity. It's going to interesting seeing the tour. Raven and Sin used to stand right next to me on-stage and now Al Jourgenson is going to be standing where I used to. It's almost like seeing Society 1 with a legend lead singer. Whenever you bring up my band SOCIETY 1, you always get a lot of colorful responses within the metal community. I find it kind of amusing now that when people try to talk negative about the band I am always going to be able to say that my members were not only good enough for SOCIETY 1 but also for Al Jourgensen and MINISTRY."
Matt Zane has been busy shooting alt-porn titles Radium and Tattooed & Tight 2. Both titles star Tera Wray.
To hear the new Society 1 material, go to myspace.com/society1

BMi Showcase set for October

BMI will present four talented singer/songwriters, Heather Lauren, Henry Gummer, Larry Bagby and Paul Nagi, at the BMI Acoustic Lounge Monday, October 1 at Genghis Cohen (740 N. Fairfax Avenue in Hollywood) at 7 pm. The showcase, held on the first Monday of each month, is free and open to the public.
Heather Lauren -
Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Heather performed consistently in the San Francisco Bay Area over the last five years with special appearances in New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Austin, TX and Milan, Italy. She was awarded "2006 Song of The Year" for the West Coast Songwriter's International Song Competition, which original composition entitled "Sense of Me", won first place and was produced and co-written with legendary songwriter Bonnie Hayes (Bonnie Raitt) and cellist and songwriter, Matthew Schoening.
A San Francisco Bay Area transplant, Heather has opened for Fiona Apple and Tori Amos and is now actively performing in Los Angeles, her new home.
Henry Gummer -
Henry comes from a small town in the Berkshire Mountains of Connecticut. In 2004, he moved to New York and founded the tragically under-heard pop band Bravo Silva (for which he played under the anonym "Silva"). Over the ensuing years, Henry honed his ear for a catchy melody and memorable turn of phrase, and in the spring of 2007 he struck out on his own in pursuit of the perfect song. Currently a resident of the wonderful garden city of Los Angeles, Henry is working on his debut solo effort.
Larry Bagby -
Born and raised mostly in California, this singer-songwriter and actor most recently performed the only original song, 'Counting My Lucky Stars,' on CBS television’s Cold Case episode featuring the Tim McGraw soundtrack. In addition, Larry's musical talents took him to Nashville, where he competed for a spot on USA Networks' show, Nashville Star. Larry was chosen out of 20,000 competitors to go to Nashville and compete with 56 regional finalists vying for one of 10 coveted spots on the show's fifth season.
Also, with an acting career that spans more than 20 years, Larry has appeared in Walk The Line, Saints and Soldiers, Hocus Pocus, etc., and has many guest appearances on shows such as CSI, JAG, Malcolm in the Middle, and a recurring guest spot on Buffy the Vampire Slayer as football hero "Larry Blaisdell." Larry can also be seen in numerous commercials and lends his voice to a cadre of entertainment projects.
Paul Nagi -
It has been four years since this singer-songwriter left his home of New York City, to head west. With an original musical sound that bridges the gap between British new wave and indie rock genres, and vocals that are reminiscent of Jeff Buckley and Morrisey, Paul continues to win over the hearts of true music fans. Lyrics that are heartfelt and vividly succinct evoke a time in music when words had meaning. Without the help of management or agents, he released his first, three song EP, entitled, "Auto Repair", in December 2006 at a private show in Silverlake.
The Acoustic Lounge is one of many opportunities BMI offers to artists to showcase their talent in front of their peers and a supportive audience. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun, offering a great opportunity to network with other aspiring and working singer/songwriters. For established writers, it provides a chance to monitor new musical trends and be involved in the grass-roots/DIY musical movement.
Now celebrating more than 65 years in business, BMI is an American performing rights organization that represents more than 300,000 songwriters, composers and publishers in all genres of music. With a repertoire of more than 6.5 million musical works from around the world, the non-profit-making corporation collects license fees from businesses that use music, which it then distributes as royalties to the musical creators and copyright owners it represents.

Del Casher offers intimate performance

Del Casher
Saturday Sep 29
The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina Ca 91723
626 339 7020
8pm $15

Rascal Flats donates concert proceeds to hospital

RASCAL FLATTS donated $829,581 in proceeds from Friday night’s concert at Nashville’s Sommet Center to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The donation becomes the largest solo fund-raising event ever for the hospital for a third consecutive year, besting their 2006 donation of $817,000.

During a pre-show party, the members of Rascal Flatts- Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney, presented a check to Kevin Churchwell, the CEO of the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. LeVox, lead singer for the band, expressed that it was a community effort from the concert ticket buyers and also shared “know that when you leave this place tonight, you have made a difference in someone’s life.”

Also during the party, Rascal Flatts presented Children’s Hospital with a photo collage plaque commemorating their visits to the children at the hospital over the past 3 years.

Rascal Flatts would also like to thank Lyric Street Records and the William Morris Agency for their support in the donation total.

The Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is a leading provider of pediatric healthcare, serving Middle Tennessee and beyond. The freestanding 222-bed children’s hospital is dedicated to high level pediatric, sub-specialty treatment and trauma care. It is located on the Vanderbilt campus, serving as the training center for many of the future’s top pediatric physicians and researchers. The research going on at Children’s hospital includes an internationally recognized center for vaccine development, genetics, autism, fetal and cardiac surgery and more. Living by the principal of “family-centered care,” Vanderbilt Children’s features Centers of Excellence for the treatment of diabetes and congenital heart disorders. Specialty programs provide everything from heart and bone marrow transplant, to level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care and level 1 Trauma Care, to treatment of child development disorders, broken bones and everything in between. For more information go to www.vanderbiltchildrens.com.

Auction planned to help Hillsides

On Sunday, October 7, support Hillsides by shopping or laughing or both. Hillsides Volunteer Network will host a silent auction prior to The Ice House’s anniversary comedy show that benefits Hillsides, a foster care children’s charity in Pasadena.

From 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., the Hillsides Volunteer Network , a support group for the children’s charity, will hold a silent auction featuring dozens of items, including fine jewelry, fashion accessories, gift baskets, DVD and CD boxed sets, fragrance collections, restaurant certificates, and more. The silent auction will be held on The Ice House's patio and everyone is welcome.

At 7:00 p.m., The Ice House in Pasadena, venue of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” will celebrate its 47th anniversary by presenting a great line-up of comedians all of whom are donating their time to help foster care children living at Hillsides . Show tickets are $35 plus the usual two-drink minimum.

The Ice House Comedy Club is the oldest operating comedy club in America. During its 47 years, The Ice House has featured stand-up comedy with such acts as Brad Garrett, George Carlin, Jay Leno, David Letterman, Rosie O’Donnell, Carlos Mencia and George Lopez.

“The Hillsides Volunteer Network truly appreciates owner of The Ice House, Bob Fisher, for his continued support of Hillsides,” said Karen Scott, president of Hillsides Volunteer Network. “The money raised from the auction and show goes to outings and special projects for the children of Hillsides.”

A long-time community supporter, Fisher has chosen Hillsides as the designated charity of The Ice House. For the past eight years Fisher has donated all of the proceeds of the anniversary show to Hillsides Volunteer Network, a volunteer group that makes a positive difference in the lives of foster care children by planning outings for them and offers financial support for Hillsides’ programs.

To learn more about the benefit, call 626-577-1894 for tickets to the comedy show. The Ice House is located at 24 N. Mentor Ave. in Pasadena. To learn more about Hillsides, visit: www.Hillsides.org.


About Hillsides: As a Pasadena charity founded in 1913, Hillsides creates safe places for children in foster care living in its residential treatment center and is a community treatment center preventing the cycle of abuse for children at risk and their families. To learn more about Hillsides, visit http://www.Hillsides.org

Anita ready to hit the road

Chicagoland's "seminar on power pop," ANITA, is preparing to hit the road in October to preface the release of their new EP, "Are We Not Human."
The newly slimmed-down trio is as diverse musically as they are geographically, with influences drawn from bands like the Kinks, Cheap Trick, The Mamas and the Papas and Oasis.
ANITA invites all lovers of pop-sensible rock to engage their ears at a local show along the band's Midwest/East Coast tour route over the coming months.

ANITA TOUR 2007 DATES:
10/10 (WED) CHICAGO, IL @ SILVIE'S LOUNGE
10/12 (FRI) NEW YORK, NY @ THE KNITTING FACTORY
10/13 (SAT) NEW BEDFORD, MA @ CITY LIGHTS
10/14 (SUN) TRENTON, NJ @ 449 ROOM
10/15 CLEVELAND, OH @ THE HAPPY DOG
10/16 (TUE) CINCINNATI, OH @ DIRTY JACK'S
10/23 (TUE) JEFFERSON CITY, MO @ PITCHERS
10/24 (WED) ST. LOUIS, MO @ CRUISIN' '66 BAR
10/25 (THU) INDIANAPOLIS, IN @ THE MELODY INN
10/26 (FRI) BLUEFIELD, WV @ THE ROCK-IT CLUB
10/27 (SAT) ATHENS, GA @ EASTWOOD PUB
10/28 (SUN) BIRMINGHAM, AL @ THE NICK
10/29 (MON) BATON ROUGE, LA @ NORTH GATE TAVERN
10/30 (TUE) SHREVEPORT, LA @ THE JACKRABBIT LOUNGE
10/31 (WED) SAN ANTONIO, TX @ SAM'S BURGER JOINT
11/1 (THU) AUSTIN, TX @ RED SEVEN
11/2 (FRI) WICHITA, KS @ KIRBY'S BEER STORE
11/3 (SAT) OMAHA, NE @ SADDLE CREEK BAR
11/5 (MON) MINNEAPOLIS, MN @ MEMORY LANES

Information on ANITA's music and projects can be found at:
http://anitamusic.com or http://myspace.com/anitashrink

Donita Sparks of L7 on solo tour

Donita Sparks (www.myspace.com/donitasparks ), front person extraordinaire for the legendary rock band L7, hits the road backed by her new band The Stellar Moments for a five-week tour with The Donnas. The last time Sparks was on tour was in 2000 with L7. Today she finds herself in the midst of her first national solo tour ever that began September 19 at The Great American Music Hall in San Francisco and ends October 27 at The Roxy in her hometown of Los Angeles.
Donita Sparks is also set for another first, this time in 2008 when her debut solo release Transmiticate is scheduled for January 22, 2008. The record is filled with dance rock and dark pop gems that sees Donita moving solidly into interesting new territories. Long time fans will get their rock on as well with the twin guitar attack and the catchy, melodic, booty shaking sounds.

Confirmed live dates with The Donnas include:
9/27 Sokol Underground, Omaha, NE
9/28 Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, MN
9/29 Double Door, Chicago, IL
9/30 Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland, OH
10/2 The Basement, Columbus, OH
10/3 The Mod Club, Toronto, ON CANADA
10/5 Tralf Music Hall, Buffalo, NY
10/6 The Ottobar, Baltimore, MD
10/7 Paradise Rock Club, Boston, MA
10/8 World Café Live, Philadelphia, PA
10/10 Highline Ballroom, New York, NY
10/12 Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro, NC
10/13 The Earl, Atlanta, GA
10/14 The Bottle Tree, Birmingham, AL
10/16 House of Blues, Dallas, TX
10/17 The Meridian, Houston, TX
10/18 The Parish, Austin, TX
10/20 The Brickhouse, Phoenix, AZ
10/27 The Roxy, Los Angeles, CA

This fall solo tour kicks off an extensive end-of-year schedule for Sparks and her band, that includes Lady Dee Plakas (also of L7) on drums, Dat T. Ngo on bass and Alan the Italian Santalesa along with Sid Brown on guitar. Shortly after arriving home from The Donnas tour, Sparks will be off to rock Brazil with her own headlining shows. It will be her first appearance in the country since 1994, where L7 experienced mucho successo.
Speaking of Brazil, Donita created a mash-up of Brazilian rock sensations CSS (vs. L7) in response to the band doing a lively cover of the Sparks penned classic “Pretend We’re Dead.” The mash-up “Pretend We’re Alala” is getting radio airplay and is on CSS’s MySpace page www.myspace.com/css . In fact, Donita joined CSS onstage at their recent sold out show in Los Angeles, treating the crowd to a duet version of “Pretend We’re Dead” with Lovefoxx.
Apparently “Pretend We’re Dead” is alive and well! Following the Brazilian tour, Sparks and The Stellar Moments are confirmed for more tour dates, including a show with Social Distortion at the House of Blues on December 23 in Los Angeles.
Then comes the release of her new album in January 2008 and a European Tour.

ABOUT DONITA SPARKS
Donita Sparks co-founded the highly influential, heavy, riff-oriented band L7 in 1985. L7 released six studio albums, one live CD, and one greatest hits on legendary U.S. labels Epitaph, Sub Pop, and Slash/Reprise, as well as their own label, Wax Tadpole.
Since their recording career began in 1987, L7 have spawned underground and mainstream hits, such as: “Shove”, “Pretend We’re Dead”, “Shitlist”, “Andres”, and “Drama”. When not rocking out live or writing songs for her first solo project, Donita writes for the popular, politically progressive blog Firedoglake.com with her weekly column “The Spin I’m In.”

The Killers working on new effort while on tour

MTV VMA Award-winning, Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum Island Records group the Killers are hard at work collecting B-sides, rarities and one-off sides for a compilation album to be released later this year, entitled SAWDUST, out November 13th. The band is hunkered down at a recording studio in New York's Hell's Kitchen, completing the album with Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Lou Reed.

In England alone, the Killers' Brandon Flowers told Billboard.com last week, "We have a lot of B-sides that people in America would never know about because we don’t have singles here. So we have about 15 of these songs that people have never heard, and we wanted to stick them on something for people to get to have them all together."

The website went on to mention a handful of titles: All the Pretty Faces (which was the B-side of When You Were Young”); two movie soundtrack tunes, Shadowplay (a Joy Division cover, from Control, Anton Corbijn's biopic of Ian Curtis) and Move Away (from Spiderman 3); as well as a cover of Kenny Rogers & the First Edition's Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town (written by Mel Tillis). The collection will also contain songs which weren't complete for Sam's Town. The Killers recently went back into the studio to finish the tracks. They will also record a second Christmas single for the RED Campaign, Don't Shoot Me Santa, expected for December 1st release. It follows up last year's A Great Big Sled, which raised over $100,000 for the RED Campaign.

Meanwhile, the Killers - Brandon Flowers on vocals and keyboards, guitarist David Keuning, bassist Mark Stoermer, and drummer Ronnie Vannucci - continue to tour relent­lessly in support of their RIAA platinum second album SAM'S TOWN, which made a colossal debut at #2 last October 2006, and spent 42 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. The album spun off two hit singles: When You Were Young,” which rose to #1 on the Modern Rock chart, #14 on the Hot 100, Top 5 on the Dance side, and was nominated for Best Rock Song and Best Short Form Music Video at this year's 49th annual Grammy Awards; and Read My Mind, which hit #1 at BDS Triple-A, Top 10 at Modern Rock and Alternative, and #1 Dance.

Log on to www.thekillersmusic.com for continuing news and updates!


THE KILLERS ON-TOUR

Oct. 13 Fairburn, GA Echo Project Festival
19 Mexico City Motorokr Fest 07
21 Zapopan, Jalisco, Mex. Auditorio Metropolitano
27 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil TIM Festival - Marina de Gloria
28 Sao Paulo, Brazil TIM Festival - Anhembi
31 Curitiba, Brazil TIM Festival - Pedreira

Nov. 2 Buenos Aires, Arg. Estadio De Velez
4 Santiago, Arg. Pista Atlética
9 Brisbane, Australia Brisbane Entertainment Centre
11 Darling Harbour, NSW Sydney Entertainment Centre
13 Melbourne, Australia Rod Laver Arena

Indie musicians should check out IndieKazoo

INDIEKAZOO, a new service created to help independent musicians derive the full financial benefit out of selling their music on the Internet, has just been launched. In introducing the service, its founders, Kenneth Feldman of KPF digital and Eric Schwartz of Cactus Media, pointed out that the major existing download services take 30-40% of the artists' sales revenue and keep them waiting up to 90 days to receive their money.
"It's robbery, plain and simple," said Feldman. "There are a few big services out there that dominate the field, and they're taking unfair advantage."
INDIEKAZOO's concept is to provide artists with their own music download store where they can sell their music directly to their fans and receive 100% of the sales revenue. Artists follow simple instructions for uploading their music - whether entire albums or single tracks - creating their "store," which can be integrated into their own website if they have one, or be a stand-alone page hosted by INDIEKAZOO.
Unlike the big services, INDIEKAZOO lets them set their own prices and/or offer special promotions or features. And most importantly, INDIEKAZOO lets them receive 100% of their sales revenue, charging only a small monthly fee.
Another unique feature is that artists receive proceeds from their sales instantly - or as Schwartz likes to say, "You can pay for dinner tonight with the sales you made today."
The idea for INDIEKAZOO grew out of work the pair had done for several musician friends. They built custom-made download stores for the musicians' websites, where fans could purchase and download music directly from the band. But each "store" had to be individually installed.
INDIEKAZOO's founders asked themselves: "What if there was a way that ANY independent musician or band - with no web skills at all - could create their own full-service music download store just by following some easy instructions?" And even better, "What if this store let these musicians receive all the sales revenue?" The result is INDIEKAZOO.
One of the clients who has already signed up with the service is Greg Page, former lead vocalist and founding member of the Australian band The Wiggles, who now sells his own solo music on INDIEKAZOO (http://www.indiekazoo.com/gregpage).
New York City percussion ensemble Mecca Bodega was one of the first groups to start using INDIEKAZOO to sell music directly to their fans online.
"Things have really changed in the music business," remarked Paul Mueller, one of the band's leaders. "We saw early on that this is the way of the future for independent bands." (http://www.indiekazoo.com/meccabodega)
Full information about INDIEKAZOO is at http://www.indiekazoo.com./

"Songs of the African Coast" released

Yarngo Music has announced the release of Songs of the African Coast: Café Music of Liberia. This unique and historical CD was recorded in the late 1940's in Monrovia, Liberia, and featured artists who were among the most popular in Liberia at that time. These recordings were captured by Arthur Alberts, a noted ethnomusicologist and diplomat, who conducted pioneering field recording expeditions in Africa in the 1940's and 1950's.
In 1950 Arthur released a seminal 78 rpm set entitled, Tribal, Folk and Café Music of West Africa. This release documented many of the key links between American music and African music. All the artists on the recording are Americo-Liberians and their music reflects not only African influences but also American cultural influences. Americo-Liberians are a Liberian ethnicity of African American descent. Most of them trace their ancestry to free-born and formerly enslaved African-Americans who immigrated in the 1800s to become founders of Liberia.
Some of the best known musicians from Liberia are on this recording. They include the blind Prof. Howard B. Hayes, Malinda Jackson Parker and the Greenwood Singers; all were noted artists and highly respected citizens of Liberia.
Many of these songs have not been heard in the United States since Alberts' 1950 release and the CD contains several songs that were never released commercially as well as unique never before seen photographs of the artists. The music is mainly urban but in many cases, the music sounds like Calypso or early jazz and clearly illustrates the connections between American and African music. All songs were recorded live and have a warm feeling that seems to connect the listener to the musicians as the music is played.
The importance and historical value that these recording hold has been noted in recent years. Martin Scorsese cited the work of Arthur Alberts in his documentary, The Blues - Feel Like Going Home. The Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart, along with the Library of Congress, released a selection of work entitled The Arthur S. Alberts Collection: More Tribal, Folk and Café Music of West Africa which features both rural and bush music. In the 1960's, Joan Baez and Dave Van Rank recorded songs from this new release.
Songs of the African Coast: Café Music of Liberia is a historical landmark that is to be both respected and enjoyed to the fullest. This release is also receiving extensive airplay across the nation and is among Jazz Week's highest rated World Music Albums for radio airplay.

Underoath to headline at the Wiltern

Following a successful run of high profile shows in the U.S.--as a main stage headlining act on this year’s Vans Warped Tour--as well as overseas, UNDEROATH have extended their fall headlining run through November. The trek will take the band through 37 cities, kicking off September 22 in Houston with Every Time I Die, Poison the Well and Maylene and The Sons of Disaster will be supporting.

Renowned for their experimental and frenzied live performances, the critically acclaimed sextet--UNDEROATH--will bring a unique stage and lighting set up for a one-time-only concert experience highlighting the group’s juggernaut gold-certified third album DEFINE THE GREAT LINE (Tooth & Nail/Solid State). The fall trek will be filmed for a live concert and documentary DVD, release date is tbd.

The group continues to evolve with a wave of critical recognition for their progressive sounds coupled with soon-to-be legendary performances:

“Underoath were the headliners-a Florida-based metalcore band with punishing bass and drums, crunching guitar, occasional odd keyboard whooshes and a horror-movie tinge to singer Spencer Chamberlain’s delivery that all give the religious themes of the lyrics universal appeal.”
--PROVIDENCE JOURNAL, RI--August 10, 2007)

“[The Define The Great Line disc] proved to be one of the most innovative and wrenching in recent heavy music history. The eleven tracks boast the chug-chug of darker strains of hardcore, the screeching riffs of classic metal, and jarring passages of expansive ambient. The rhythm section is wildly propulsive, but the mix also includes the skittering, burbling synth fills of keyboardist Christopher Dudley. Then there are Chamberlain's vocals, both jarring and nuanced. He's a striking physical presence, as well--slight, with shoulder-length dark hair and a patchwork of impressionistic tattoos. He could be Anthony Kiedis's underfed kid brother. Which is why the howling modulations he coaxes from his voice box are so startling. Chamberlain can deliver a piercing peal of notes, then suddenly shift gears to a bottom-of-the-belly growl that induces goosebumps. “
--Arielle Castillo, MIAMI NEW TIMES (Miami, FL, 3/15/07)

”The sextet had a level of energy onstage that would go unmatched the rest of the night as they blazed through hits like ‘In Regards to Myself,’ ‘Writing on the Walls’ and ‘A Moment Suspended in Time.’ Those tracks helped their most recent [Define The Great Line] album sell more than half a million copies.Front man Spencer Chamberlain and drummer/vocalist Aaron Gillespie took turns firing off vocals while the trio of guitars battled it out. But nobody was as crazy as keyboardist Chris Dudley. Even in the parts of the songs that didn't involve his instrument, Dudley engaged with the crowd and danced like he was engulfed in flames.”
--Matt Wilkinson, DAILY 49er (Long Beach, CA--Cal State Long Beach, 3/22/07)

“…high-wattage, cathartic fun.”
--Sean Piccoli, SUN SENTINEL (Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 5/18/07)

“[Define the Great Line] added melody and more dynamics without sacrificing the intensity of the sextet's metal-hardcore hybrid. Nothing, however, compares to the band's writhing live performances.”
--METRO TIMES (Detroit, MI, 3/2/07)

“a heady blast of Radiohead-damaged screamo jams.”
--CITY PAGES (Minneapolis, MN, 3/4/07)

“…when all six members of Underoath cranked up the loud last night, I was unexpectedly moved. Officially, half of Underoath are singers, but twiggy frontman Spencer Chamberlain does the most wailing. And somehow, even when his screams are garbled, whatever pain, frustration or hope (‘pull yourself together, man’) that he’s communicating comes out true. This is a rare thing in a genre full of aggressive emotion that too easily turns cliché. Sonically, Underoath’s music is about as grind heavy as it gets, except when Gillespie chimes in from behind his drumkit with a particularly melodic chorus. Chris Dudley’s keyboard work aids in the accessibility factor. But even when the songs last night were chaotic, there seemed to be something unseen that the musicians--and capacity crowd--held onto.”
--Crystal Wiebe, THE PITCH (Kansas City, MO, 3/10/07)

“Next up was the strongest act of the night, Underoath. Playing a set that was surgically precise in nature, Underoath walked a fine line between well-trod tracks off 2004’s They’re Only Chasing Safety and their newer, more atmospheric material on new LP Define the Great Line. Expansive and stark, the newer songs show a maturity well beyond most of Underoath’s peers.“
--Mark Hensch, ANTIMUSIC.COM (6/07)

“…hard rock has given way to blends of emo, hardcore and metal, opening the door for a melodic metalcore band such as Underoath to seize the stage. Its incendiary live show probably makes a difference. And while you might be surprised to discover a keyboardist in a hardcore act, doubts dissipate watching Dudley bang his blond locks and pound the keys…”
Chris Parker, CREATIVE LOAFING (Atlanta, GA)

“The trials and tribulations of Underoath have been many...But these have only galvanized the remaining members, and contributed to their development as one of the most dynamic hardcore bands. The fact that they’re part of the Christian metal scene is beside the point--these guys deal in progressive cathartics that place faith as but one (albeit the most important) dimension.” --T.E. Lyons, LEO WEEKLY (Louisville, KY, 5/17/07)

UNDEROATH, Los Angeles area shows:
Sat 9/29
Irvine, CA
Cornerstone Festival @ Oak Canyon Ranch

Fri 10/5
Los Angeles,CA
The Wiltern LG Headlining show

Sat 10/6
Bakersfield, CA
The Dome

Busdriver to tour in support of "Roadkillovercoat"

Busdriver – L.A.’s preeminent groundbreaking M.C. – has announced an extensive U.S. headlining tour in continued support of his acclaimed 2007 Epitaph debut Roadkillovercoat. Launching October 26th in Salt Lake City, the five week cross country trek wraps in San Diego on December 1st.

“After years of reppin’ L.A. indie-rap, Bus (Regan Farquhar) takes a step toward the masses on his new LP,” Rolling Stone wrote. “‘My other records were clusterfucks of random brain farts,” Busdriver told RS. “Now there’s a psychedelic pop thing that’s more palatable.”

Going well beyond the traditional boundaries of hip/hop, the 28-year old style-master and chop-maestro has pulled rave reviews since the January release of Roadkillovercoat. Calling it “ridiculous, articulate, erudite and blistering,” Filter named the disc “his most palatable work.”

Meanwhile, Scratch insisted Busdriver is “a proud new-era MC… he’s got plenty of skill and charisma.” And The Los Angeles Times added, “Simultaneously a spectacle of calisthenics and a lesson in lyrics, Busdriver’s voice pitters and patters with the fury of a concert flutist over complicated and often jarring production.”
2007 has been Busdriver’s strongest year yet. In addition to participating in a genre-breaking tour of North America with indie rockers Deerhoof and topping CMJ’s hip/hop survey, BD’s explosive performance at Coachella’s Valley Music & Arts Festival was considered one of the highlights of that infamous three-day festival.
Here are Busdriver’s upcoming tour dates:

10/26, In The Venue, Salt Lake City UT
10/27, Hi-Dive, Denver CO
10/28, Black Sheep, Colorado Springs, CO
10/30, Gaslight, Lawrence, KS
10/31, Opalis, Norman, OK
11/1, Engine Room, Houston, TX
11/2, Palladium Loft, Dallas, TX
11/5, The Beta Bar, Tallahassee, FL
11/6, TSI, Jacksonville, FL
11/8, Drunken Unicorn, Atlanta GA
11/9, Local 506, Chapel Hill NC
11/10, Otto Bar, Baltimore MD
11/11, The Kyber, Philadelphia
11/12, Mercury Lounge, New York, NY
11/13, Harper’s Ferry, Allston, MA
11/14, Soundlab, Buffalo, NY
11/15, Grog Shop, Cleveland, OH
11/16, Empty Bottle, Chicago, IL
11/17, Triple Rock Club, Minneapolis, MN
11/19, Zebra, Bozeman, MT
11/20, The Loft, Missoula, MT
11/21, Nectars, Seattle, WA
11/23, Holocene, Portland, OR
11/24, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco, CA
11/30, Troubadour, Los Angeles, CA
12/1, The Casbah, San Diego, CA

End o' week musings

This week wasn't too demanding and I found time for fun-- even with my job!

Friday I went to the Los Angeles County Fair with my podmate, Linda. She had to chase down some stories, so I tagged along to help her through the interviews. We hung out with the Budweiser clydesdales and their handsome groomsmen, saw newborn piglets, talked to a cappybarra and ate fried zucchini and sweet potatoes.

My friend, Louise, is working in the Flower Pavilion, so we stopped by to say hello and she gave us a tour of "backstage." We got to go inside the huge refrigerator where the flowers are kept and to the areas where they are trimmed and arranged. Louise also gave us a guided tour of the pavilion, pointing out challenges with the projects and giving us interesting trivia.

After that we went to the Rodent Roundup area and saw their exhibit of live creatures, most of which were asleep. We giggled when we saw the Siberian Hampsters sign and told the attendant that it should be hamsters. She looked serious and said, "No. Hampsters is right. We give them our dirty laundry" (Think hamper) Then she laughed and said, "You think that's funny, check out our pairie dog." It should have been a prairie dog.... hmmmmm..... Poor lady, she told us that we were the first to notice the signs and she was embarrassed, but had not made them.

Friday night I went to the Dockside Grill in West Covina to see my friends The Subs. They had a really good show and the crowd was quite fun. Valerie and Andrew joined me and we had the lobster bisque soup - yummy! - with a glass of wine for me. It was a nice evening.

Saturday I started yoga class. It was difficult in some ways, but I'm more flexible than I thought. I am sooo looking forward to tomorrow's session! In the evening I went to see Lungbutter at the Bucaneer in Sierra Madre. They had a rough time of it, but still shined. They started late and the lead guitarist did a short acoustic set, hoping for more people to turn up in the already pretty full bar. Then they took the stage and got through about three numbers when the guitarist broke the same string on both guitars. They had to stop and kept us waiting while the guitarist went home quickly for more strings. Finally they got it going and sounded great. I enjoyed them, but it was getting late and I had to work the next day, so I begrungingly left. Look for more from me on Lungbutter and check them out for yourself if you get a chance.

On Sunday I drove out near the Los Angeles International Airport to a little church to listen to a Welsh choir. They were wonderful! I will be writing about them soon and it definitely gave me a strong start for my story. If I had the time, I would join them, as their voices were superb.

The rest of my week was filled with interviews - Holland phenoms Racoon, magician John Gabriel, local rockers the Devin Reeves Band, as well as dance practices. Yesterday I started my day at the spider pavilion at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles - it was creepy and beautiful at the same time - and ended it at Bean Town in Sierra Madre listening to Dan Roten play some nice 12-string guitar and sing with his sweet and expressive voice.

This weekend I'm off to the CD release party for Orange at Safari Sam's in Hollyweird and hopefully getting together with my brother to go over our next step to getting my motorcycle back on the road.

Photo party! Yeah, yeah! Today I'll let you gander at a cute animal pic, my '65 Triumph Daytona Special 500 pre-teardown and some photos of my friend and guitarist/singer/songwriter extraordinaire Joe Walla. If you have a minute, drop me a line and let me know which Joe Walla photo you like best (the black and whites, not the one with me), as he's considering new pictures for his press packages and album covers.

In rotation this week: Will Haven, Orange, The Matches, Kitaro, In Theory, Horse the Band, Dengue Fever, The Wildhearts, Cradle of Filth, Racoon, Cipes and the People, Bayside and "Hits They Missed!"

This week I encourage you to take on a project and clean out a closet, a collection, etc. because it is quite cathartic. I am making it a point to stick six different CDs in my car player every few days until I've listen through the set. When I'm done, I sort them out, putting the ones I like best or think I will listen to in my CD shelves at home and setting aside ones that I know a certain friend will like to give to them when I see them next. The ones that just don't make either place I am putting in my "lovely parting gift" basket by my door- oh, you haven't heard of that?!

The "lovely parting gift" basket is a great idea when, like me, you've moved into a smaller place. I put anything I don't want or need in or next to the basket and whenever someone visits I tell them to look through it and take home whatever they would like- with one caveat - if they find out they don't like what they took (as in a book or CD), they have to pass it to someone else with the same caveat. I've even given CDs to the pizza delivery guy!

See? It's easy and you feel so much better knowing that you're not just throwing things out, you're passing them on to someone who will appreciate them. Plus the more uncluttered your life is, the less stress you feel. C'mon, try it and let me know what you gave away and how it has changed your life.

Keep on rockin'

Mickie

Danzig announces limited tour

Glenn Danzig will hit the road beginning in late October for a handful of live concert dates on both the East and West coasts. Joining Danzig on these dates will be bassist Steve Zing (Samhain) and guitarist Todd Youth (Danzig, Murphy's Law); former Misfits axe man Doyle Von Frankenstein and his new band Gorgeous Frankenstein, will support on all dates.
Glenn and Doyle have been in the studio recording Doyle's first solo album, "Gorgeous Frankenstein," which Danzig produced and will release on October 16 on his label, evilive. According to Glenn, he and Doyle recorded "eight blood-curdling tracks" that include "Man or Monster," "Devilgirl," "Reverse of God," and "Made In Hell." The two played all instruments on the album.
These Danzig dates are also in support of "The Lost Tracks of Danzig," the two-CD set that was released May 29, as well as Glenn's limited edition book "Drukija, Contessa of Blood," loosely based on the legend of 17th century vampire, Countess Elizabeth Bathory, and illustrated by long time collaborator Simon Bisley. "The Lost Tracks" is comprised of 26 previously unreleased tracks that span Danzig's entire career and were originally recorded during the band's seven-album "arc" that began with 1988's "Danzig."
Follows are the confirmed Danzig east and west coast dates. Other than these shows, Danzig has no plans to do any touring in the foreseeable future.

October
23 Rams Head Live, Baltimore, MD
24 Electric Factory, Philadelphia, PA
25 Palladium, Worcester, MA
27 Nokia Theatre, New York, NY
30 House of Blues, Las Vegas, NV
31 Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA

NOVEMBER
1 The Grove, Anaheim, CA
2 Warfield Theatre, San Francisco, CA

Slacker inks deals with major labels

Slacker, Inc. today announced agreements with the major labels EMI Music, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group to make the labels' content available to listeners on the Slacker Personal Radio service. Slacker, which previously announced a similar agreement with SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT, now has agreements with all four major labels that enable listeners to choose from a vast catalog of artists to play on their personal radio stations wherever they are. Including extensive digital music catalogs from EMI Music, SONY BMG, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group will give Slacker listeners access to a deep catalog of music to create personalized stations based on genre or favorite artists.
As part of the agreement, Slacker listeners can transfer their personalized stations to Slacker Portable Players with a single click and automatically refresh them via Wi-Fi or over USB.
"Slacker is about enabling music lovers to play personalized radio everywhere they go," said Dennis Mudd, CEO of Slacker. "These agreements allow us to provide truly portable personalized radio for the first time, in a structure that fairly compensates artists, labels and the entire music ecosystem."
Slacker Personal Radio enables listeners to create, edit and share their own stations or personalize over 100 professionally programmed stations. Slacker customers also have easy access to artist profiles, album reviews and cover art within the Slacker Web Player, Desktop Radio and on the Slacker Portable.
"Universal Music Group is pleased to partner with Slacker," stated Rio Caraeff, Executive Vice President of eLabs, the company's new media and technologies division. "Slacker's service is designed for consumers who value the ability to explore a wide variety of music across many genres, and provides us with another great promotional opportunity to connect our artists with their fans."
"Slacker is an exciting new music discovery experience because it offers consumers choice, portability and community," said Lauren Berkowitz, Senior Vice President of Digital for EMI Music North America. "We are delighted to make our artists' music available to fans through Slacker."
"We are excited by the Slacker service and the potential value it offers consumers and copyright holders," said Michael Nash, Senior Vice President, Digital Strategy and Business Development for Warner Music Group. "Today's consumer has a plethora of music channels and services to choose from, and Slacker brings discovery, choice, mobility and community to the music experience while compensating record labels and artists for their works."
The Slacker Personal Radio online experience is available for free today in beta at www.slacker.com and is coming soon on Slacker Portable Players. Slacker Basic Radio is advertising supported and will remain free for customers to use on the web, Slacker Desktop Radio and Slacker Portables. Slacker Premium Radio, which will offer additional features, is also coming soon. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Slacker Slacker, Inc. today announced deals with leading independent music labels and distributors, including IODA, The Orchard, Beggars Group and Matador Records, IRIS, Ubiquity Records and Sanctuary Group PLC. The agreements give Slacker the content rights to enable Personal Radio that can be played everywhere. Slacker previously announced similar agreements with the major labels EMI Music, SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group. The agreements with the major and Indie labels enable Slacker customers to create and play highly personalized, continuously refreshed radio stations via PC or Mac (www.slacker.com ) and later this year on Slacker Portable Players.
"Slacker is focused on building the world's largest and most eclectic music radio catalog," said Dennis Mudd, CEO of Slacker. "With these licenses, we enable music lovers to create deeper and more diverse radio stations than ever before, and play them wherever they go."
Slacker Personal Radio enables listeners to create, edit and share their own stations or personalize over 100 professionally programmed stations. Slacker customers also have easy access to artist profiles, album reviews and cover art within the Slacker Web Player, Desktop Radio and on the Slacker Portable.
"IODA is very excited about this deal with Slacker as it gives our labels and artists an innovative avenue in which to grow their audience and reach their fans," said Kevin Arnold, Founder/CEO of IODA. "Our music catalog includes close to 1 million tracks from thousands of leading Indie labels worldwide The ability for fans to access these tracks has just become a whole lot easier with Slacker."
"We're pleased to be part of the innovative Slacker Personal Radio service," said Simon Wheeler, Director of Digital at Beggars Group. "Our groundbreaking artists and creative labels are naturally at home in an environment where music lovers can discover, share and enjoy music. Music discovery and word of mouth are two key factors in our success and the viral capabilities of the Slacker service should help us spread the word further and louder!"
"IRIS is happy to collaborate with Slacker to provide its users with the best independent music," said Bryn Boughton, Chief Marketing Officer for IRIS. "At IRIS we are always seeking new ways to help our labels reach new audiences and we believe Slacker will provide an excellent channel."
The Slacker Personal Radio online experience is available for free today in beta at www.slacker.com and is coming soon on Slacker Portable Players. Slacker Basic Radio is advertising supported and will remain free for customers to use on the web, Slacker Desktop Radio and Slacker Portables. Slacker Premium Radio, which will offer additional features, is also coming soon. About Slacker, Inc. Slacker is the world's first Personal Radio company, providing a new kind of radio that enables consumers to play highly personalized music everywhere. Visit www.slacker.com to start listening today.

Steve Moore releases solo debut

Zombi keyboardist/bassist Steve Moore brings solo debut to life via Relapse Records. Fans of Goblin, Tangerine Dream, Popul Vuh, Phillip Glass and (of course) Zombi rejoice, ask for “more brains.”

Steve Moore, best known for his work as one half of the sci-fi instrumental duo Zombi, has announced the forthcoming release of his first solo effort The Henge via extreme music label Relapse Records (Mastodon, Pig Destroyer, High On Fire.) In contrast to Zombi's tightly structured nightmare epics, The Henge is a huge, sprawling, psychedelic symphonic affair. Over the course of its five tracks, the album treats listeners to a blissful dose of audio vertigo, by mixing vast ambient dronescapes and soaring beat driven melodies with Moore's patented cinematic brand of keyboard virtuosity.

Relapse will issue The Henge in late October, a fitting choice for Moore's horror-movie style songs. Moore describes his approach to the self-recorded album saying, “this album represents a turning point in my writing - a subtle shift in direction that is only apparent when considering the album as a whole. While no track is too far removed from the harmonic language I create through my work with Zombi, this album gives me a chance to expand my tonal palette by experimenting with different instrumentations.”

“The album is meant to be viewed as a small step in a new direction, exploring some of the more ambient, drone-oriented ideas I've written over the last couple years,” Moore explains. “Although I always enjoy collaborative writing, the challenge of single-handedly developing an idea from conception to completion can sometimes be an even more rewarding experience.”

In addition to his works with Zombi, Moore has also recorded material with Microwaves and Panthers, as well as been involved in a number of scores for independent horror movies including “The Redsin Tower” (a collaboration with Scott Hull of Pig Destroyer and Agoraphobic Nosebleed), “Horror Business”, “Murder-Set-Pieces” (as Zombi), “Home Sick” (as Zombi) and more.

That Moore (b. 1975) makes his home an hour north of NYC in the misty Hudson River Valley—just across from Washington Irving's legendary Sleepy Hollow—seems maybe too coincidental. As one-half of Zombi, in which he plays synthesizer and bass guitar, the Pittsburgh native's affinity for unsettling mood and motif is well-documented over the band's two self-released EPs and three Relapse releases.

Zombi provided Moore with the chance to turn his blood-red obsession with U.S. and Italian horror films of the 1970s and 1980s into his own brand of cinema for the ears—preferably ones capped with headphones in a darkened room, black candles optional. Armed with a bank of analog equipment and with drummer A.E. Paterra aboard, Moore drew evenly from his years of university music study as well as cassette-tape pedagogy under horror-soundtrack composers John Carpenter, Fabio Frizzi and Goblin. Gradually, Moore's infusion of Zombi's music with progressive-rock elements reached an apex with the Cosmos album. Arrangements growing in scope and ambition, fusion-informed rhythmic complexity, and even the odd keyboard solo and anachronistic MIDI sequence recalled not only the mid-1980s AOR-prog of Rush, but also the works of Tangerine Dream and Jan Hammer.

More recently, Moore's appreciation for 1970 and 80s AM gold—which runs far deeper than mere kitsch—has surfaced. To wit: the Italo-disco inflected “Sapphire,” named by Cybernetic Broadcasting System as one of the top 100 dance tracks, has been featured on the mix CDs Go Commando With James !@$%^ Friedman (on Defend Music, also featuring tracks by Annie, Bloc Party and The Knife), and Cosmo Galactic Prism, (Eskimo Recordings, also featuring Hawkwind, Bob James, Boards of Canada and Parliament.) As a sideman, Moore has played guitar with Red Sparowes on a recent US/Canada tour, and has contributed Hammond B-3 organ to the latest Panthers album.

Moore's solo debut is a quantum leap toward Grand Unification among electronica fans, prog revivalists, post-metallers, and new-age audiophiles.

The Henge Tracklisting:
Release Date: October 30th, 2007
01. Introduction
02. Infinite Resignation
03. The Henge / Ascension
04. Dead Tide
05. Cepheid

On The Web:
www.stephenjamesmoore.com
www.myspace.com/stevemoore2600
www.relapse.com
www.myspace.com/relapserecords
www.fanaticpromotion.com/current/steve_henge.html

Get your R&B and blues on with Charles Wells

www.cdbaby.com/CharlesWells
www.myspace.com/CharlesWellsmusic

After years of playing live around the St Louis area with great success, Charles Wells is finally ready to release his first album. It's My Turn is the culmination of hard work, natural talent and the innate passion of a man steeped in the musical heritage of the sixties and seventies, the groups he has played in, and the gospel music he was brought up with.
"This CD has an old-school R&B feel," says Charles of his debut. "It also has a flavour of blues and a little of country. It has a very earthy sound. I've tried to bring back the days when artists used horns and strings on their projects to enhance their groove."
"I have always felt music in my spirit. I started at such an early age, my heart has never known any other way to express itself."
It was at the age of four that Charles Wells began singing gospels and spirituals in his uncle's church in St Louis. Soon he was in the church choir performing solos and touring up and down the grand old Mississippi. Influenced by radio in the sixties and seventies, his first band was called "We Friends," performing at talent shows and the like. Thus began Charles' career in music, from performing at private events, country clubs, casinos and local clubs. Currently his band "Music Box" is one of the most sought after bands in the region.
Charles counts among his influences the "Motown" sound and the classic artist of soul and rock n' roll. He has a solid foundation in recording and performing. He has worked with names as illustrious as Michael Buble and Mary Wilson of "The Supremes." All this has led to a firm idea of where he wants his music to go.
"I would like to bring you the song that no one ever forgets," he says. "My vision is the music; I have to channel it to you. Only then, is it honest. If you ain't feeling it, then it ain't happenin'."

Charles has received considerable critical acclaim for his efforts:

"Somehow, Wells doesn't want to nail himself down. The title track belongs unequivocally in the country music clubs in the American South, while "Struck Like Lightning" is steeped in the Blues, and "I Got You" should play on one of the famous Soul Weekends. This last song, as well as "My Little Feel Good" are joyful, exuberant, and positive, and simply make the listener happy in his soul. This doesn't come from nowhere - he's played in diverse band projects in various genres." www.soulsite.de

Anyone with any sense of soul or blues, would do well to check out It's My Turn.

Mickey Biscuit album pleases critics

www.myspace.com/thejeffersonchristaction
www.realtorealrecords.com/mickeybiscuit

This summer saw the release of the debut album from one of the most exciting acts to come out of North Carolina in years. Nasty Fashion is the first LP from Mickey Biscuit and The Jefferson Christ Action, available from the band's web site. It's been a year since the band burst onto the scene with their self-titled EP, and their star has risen and risen ever since.
This unique band offers a completely original style of music - some might call it 'experimental folk rock', but the truth is that Mickey Biscuit and The Jefferson Christ Action are uncategorisable. Throwing together odd arrangements of instruments including fiddle, saxophone, banjo and cello with the traditional rock and roll sound of guitar, bass and drums, the band have achieved a lush, textured sound.
This genre-crossing, along with the expertly crafted melodies, are complemented by the challenging and often painful lyrics of front man Danny "ol' Dirtybath" Grimmett. Dealing with the difficult themes of child abuse, addiction and spirituality, Grimmett unflinchingly confronts some of the darkest elements of real life: issues that are taboo to less brave artists. Grimmett's eerie yet stimulating vocal style adds to the listening experience, which is foreboding, yet uplifting at the same time.
Grimmett explains his musical inspiration: "My influences have always been life itself - things that most people have not had to experience. I hope that through my music I can evoke in people the same feeling that I felt as these events happened in my life."
Musical influences range from bands such as The Doors, to 16 Horsepower and Dire Straits.
"My father bought me my first guitar when I was 8-years-old. I used it as a way to vent, slamming on the strings for hours at a time. Once I got older I began using it for self-expression. It was my first love affair, and my heart is still in it today."
Mickey Biscuit and The Jefferson Christ Action formed in 2006 in Charlotte, NC. Grimmett is backed by Kyle Jones on bass, Lawrence Laserides on guitar, Jennifer Hough on fiddle, Jon Davis on drums, Dailey Toliver on Banjo, Austin Akers on sax and Lindsay Ellerbe on cello.
The band's material has been playing on Band Radio, iRadio LA and Indie Radio 104.7. An interview with them, and a front cover shot, will feature at CUSP online magazine later in the year.
Nasty Fashion is released on Real to Real Records. Also the single "Devils Drive" will be featured on an Illumina Records compilation CD as part of a campaign to promote safe partying.

WHAT THE FANS HAVE TO SAY

"Mickey Biscuit and the Jefferson Christ Action is one of the best bands in the Charlotte, NC scene. They Rock live and their recordings are so clear and crisp. It does'nt get any better that Mickey Bicsuit and the Jefferson Christ Action when it comes to music that isn't so generic and just like all the other local bands of today." -Ian S.

"Powerful music with powerful meaning." -Geoff B.

"TELL ALL THEM CRAZY BOPPING CATS AND SEXY CHICKS TO KEEP ON BOPPIN N' HOPPING N' BIPPING N' FLIPPING N' SLIPPING N' SHAKING N' BREAKING N' MOVING N' GROOVING N' REEEEEEELING WITH THE FEEEEEEELING!!!!!!!! OWW, OWW, OWW, OWW, OWW, OW, OW!! OOOOOH, YEAH!!!! THEM HELLFIRE KIDS KNOW HOW TO KEEP IT FIERCE!" -Jon A.

"johnny cash plus insane" -Angie F

"Music's Music, Until you here Mickey Biscuit & The Jefferson Christ Action" -Evan

"The white hot spitfire coming from a preacherman's mighty sermon. Hypnotic and infused with a force yet to be reckoned with" -Rob H.

"Mickey Biscuit & The Jefferson Christ Action.. they are pretty much wicked awesome. Plus they could beat the shit out of your band." - Annie M. [newjersey]

"Mickey Biscuit's music is like an orgasm to the ear, but better" -michael s.

Van Halen ready for the road

In just a little more than one week, Van Halen kick off their eagerly awaited 2007 Fall tour in Charlotte, NC! The band are making final preparations and are just as eagerly looking forward to taking the stage and rocking your asses off!
While you're counting down the days, here are this week's concert and ticket updates. Note: All times listed below are local times.

New shows added:
Savemart Center, Fresno, CA - Nov. 29, 2007
Honda Center, Anaheim, CA - Dec. 18, 2007
Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA - Dec. 22, 2007

This week's On Sale Dates:
Saturday 9/22 @ 10:00 AM
Arco Arena, Sacramento, CA - Nov. 27, 2007
Savemart Center, Fresno, CA - Nov. 29, 2007
Rose Garden, Portland, OR - Dec. 1, 2007
Key Arena, Seattle, WA - Dec. 3, 2007

Sunday 9/23 @ 10:00 AM
HP Pavilion, San Jose, CA - Dec. 16, 2007
Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA - Dec. 22, 2007

Monday 9/24 @ 10:00 AM
Continental Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, NJ - Nov. 3, 2007
Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY - Nov 8, 2007
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY - Nov. 13, 2007
Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA - Nov. 20, 2007
Honda Center, Anaheim, CA - Dec. 18, 2007

Tickets for all shows are available via LiveNation at http://www.livenation.com/artist/getArtist/artistId/3718 or Ticketmaster at http://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/772490.

This week's I Love All Access VIP Ticket Packages On Sale Dates:
Wednesday 9/19:
11/27 Sacramento, CA Arco Arena On Sale Now
11/29 Fresno, CA Savemart Center On Sale Now
12/1 Portland, OR Rose Garden On Sale Now
12/3 Seattle, WA Key Arena On Sale Now
12/16 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion On Sale Now
12/22 Oakland, CA Oracle Arena On Sale Now

Thursday 9/20:
11/3 E. Rutherford, NJ Continental Airlines Arena @ 3:00 PM
11/8 Uniondale, NY Nassau Coliseum @ 5:00 PM
11/13 New York, NY Madison Square Garden @ 1:00 PM
11/20 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center @ 11:00 AM
12/18 Anaheim, CA Honda Center @ 3:00 PM

I Love All Access VIP Ticket Packages are available. The Van Halen tour password is: vanhalen

This week's Radio/TV Station Promotions:
Tune in to the following stations for details on the VH promotions happening in the East Rutherford, Uniondale, New York City, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Fresno, Anaheim, San Jose, Oakland, Portland, Seattle and surrounding areas this week. Don't forget to check your favorite radio station if they're not on the list as they might be doing Van Halen giveaways as well!

East Rutherford, NJ
WAXQ, WDHA, WRAT

Uniondale, NY
WAXQ, WBAB, WRCN

New York, NY
WAXQ, WDHA, WRAT, WBAB, WRCN

Los Angeles, CA
KLOS, KCBS, KCAL, KLSX, KCLB, KLAC

Sacramento, CA
KSEG, KRXQ, KHTX, KHKK, KTHU, KOZZ, KDOT, KURK, KHRD

Fresno, CA
KRZR, KJFX

Portland, OR
KGON, KUFO, KEX, KFLY, KITI, KCNA, KFXX, KLOO,KPTV, KRQT, KAGO, KTWS, KZEL, KZZZE, KWLZ, KJOT

Seattle, WA
KISW, KZOK, KXRX, KJR, KEGX, KDUX, KATS, KPQ

San Jose, CA
KSAN, KUFX, KXFX, KHIPM, KXFM, KHKK

Anaheim, CA
KLOS, KCBS, KCAL, KTYD, KOCP

Oakland, CA
KSAN, KNBR, KXFX, KVRV, KHKK

GirlFrenzy concert postponed

FIRST ANNUAL GIRLFRENZY ORIGINALLY SET FOR FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27
POSTPONED; SHOW TO BE RESCHEDULED IN 2008

Right Arm Entertainment and Live Nation have postponed the first annual GIRLFRENZY--originally scheduled for Saturday, October 27 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Irvine, CA. Stay tuned for news of the re-launch of GIRLFRENZY in 2008 with updated information re the line-up and location available in the coming months. You can also check on all GIRLFRENZY news by logging onto to www.myspace.com/girlfrenzy or www.girlfrenzyfestival.com.
Refunds are available at point of purchase.

Shows in Pasadena and beyond

Catch these shows courtesy of Sierra Madre Sue:

Sometimes it happens that between the time I write this and the weekend rolls around, changes take place that are beyond my control and usually without my knowledge! Bands trade dates, band members have to cancel, starting times get changed, or maybe it was just inaccurate info. in the first place. Hey - I don't make this stuff up! That's why the disclaimer appears at the bottom about calling ahead to verify details before making plans. This MERCY & THE MERKETTES, in place of Job Striles, will be performing their unique R&B, Rock, Soul, Funk & Dance review at the Buccaneer Lounge this Saturday, 9/22. More details below....
I believe Job will be back in October, but I'll keep you posted!
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THURS. 9/20 - ROSIE FLORES @ THE COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE IN ALTADENA, 8pm. 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena; 8:00 p.m. Reservations: 626- 398-7917. $20. "High octane rockabilly, country & blues." She puts on a great show!

THURS. 9/20 - RICK SHEA AND THE LOSIN' END @ ARCADIA BLUES CLUB, 8pm - opening for the legendary LES DUDEK! 16 E. Huntington Dr. 626-447-9349. Usually a $5 cover, but I'm not sure about tonight... N ightly beer and cocktail specials, free pool & 2 great musical acts! http://rickshea.com/

9/20 - Every Thursday at the Skyebox in Montrose, Better Than Blue (Felicia, Danny, etc.) continues to host a weekly Jam Night. It runs from 8:30 PM until 12. 3710 N. Verdugo Rd. 818-249-3617. Above the Sun Palace Chinese Restaurant. http://www.betterthanblue.com/openjampage.html

FRI. 9/21 - STEEL ROD @ BARNEY'S GRILL & PUB IN PASADENA. 93 W. Colorado Blvd. Call for time: 626-577-2739. "Los Angeles' premier cover band playing everything from rock to salsa." In the heart of Old Towne, Barney's has great food. I used to hang out there with my Music Plus pal Patti Smith. Come for dinner, stay for the music!

SAT. 9/22 - VIN FIZ FLYER @ S.W. HILL COUNTRY WESTERN STORE IN EAGLE ROCK, 1412 Colorado Blvd., 323-256-2500. Seating starts at 5:30, music at 6:30pm. $5 cover charge. BYOB & snacks to share. SOME hay bales to sit on, otherwise bring your own chair! Also appearing: THE RUNNING KIND and ROCKWOOD.

SAT. 9/22 - CHICO'S BAIL BONDS doing their semi-acoustic BLUES thing @ THE DOCKSIDE GRILL RESTAURANT IN WEST COVINA, 7:30 - 11:30pm. 3057 E. Garvey Ave. North. 626-915-3474. In the bar area, but you can order dinner there too. Full bar & kitchen. No cover charge.

BAND CHANGE!!! SAT. 9/22 - MERCY & THE MERKETTES @ the BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd . 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. See paragraph above and photo! Job Striles will be back in October, hopefully.

SAT. 9/22 - JUMPSTART @ GEM CITY GRILL IN MONROVIA, 9pm. 115 E. Olive Ave., just East of Myrtle. 626-358-0342. Full bar, no cover, pool tables, dance floor. Rock 'n' Roll with Steve Bruen on bass guitar. I couldn't confirm this at press time, but it is their regular Saturday. Call ahead!

SUN. 9/23 - BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER @ FIREFLY BISTRO IN SOUTH PASADENA, 11am - 2pm. 1009 El Centro. 626-441-2443. BLUES Brunch under a big breezy tent. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/

SUN. 9/23 - have lunch with NEW ASTROTURF @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 1:30 - 4:30pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great Italian food in a comfy, air-conditioned setting. Bring the family! Acoustic folk/rock.

SUN. 9/23 - "OPERA TO BROADWAY" VOCAL PERFORMANCES @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 7pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great italian food.

THURS. 9/27 - RICK SHEA AND THE LOSIN' END @ ARCADIA BLUES CLUB, 8-11:30pm, with special guests the TREMOLOCOS do ing the middle set at 9pm. 16 E. Huntington Dr. 626-447-9349. $5 cover - goes to the guest band. N ightly beer and cocktail specials, free pool & 2 great musical acts with frequent surprise guests - what a bargain! Honky Tonk Blues & Country every Thursday nite! http://rickshea.com/

9/27 - Every Thursday at the Skyebox in Montrose, Better Than Blue (Felicia, Danny, etc.) continues to host a weekly Jam Night. It runs from 8:30 PM until 12. 3710 N. Verdugo Rd. 818-249-3617. Above the Sun Palace Chinese Restaurant. http://www.betterthanblue.com/openjampage.html

FRI. 9/28 - AMERICAN CATAPULT and BLUE UNION @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. Couldn't find any info. on Blue Union, but loved the tunes on American Catapult's MySpace page, especially the one about the Stingray bicycle - some good nostalgia there! http://www.myspace.com/americancatapult

FRI. 9/28 & SAT. 9/29 - "THE SUBS" (Better Than Blue's acoustic alter ego) @ the DOCKSIDE in WEST COVINA, 7:30 - 11:30pm. 3057 E. Garvey Ave. North. Joe Velosa, Danny Hesse, Felicia Bright. Acoustic rock, soul & blues. 626-915-3474. http://www.wearethesubs.com/

SEPTEMBER 29TH - HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY, ELLEN & DEB!

SAT. 9/29 - MARK HUMPHREYS @ BEANTOWN IN SIERRA MADRE, 8 - 11pm. 45 N. Baldwin Ave. 626-355-1596. Soups, sandwiches, pastries, desserts, coffee drinks, etc. SINGER-SONGWRITER-GUITAR PLAYER. http://www.markhumphreys.com/

SAT. 9/29 - WRECK 'N' SOW @ BARN BURNER IN PASADENA, 8 - 11pm. 1000 S. Fair Oaks Ave. 626-403-RIBS. BBQ, beer, wine. Bluegrass.

SAT. 9/29 - FATSO JETSON, PUTTANESCA and R U A COP? @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, in reverse order - 9pm-ish. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. Fatso Jetson features owner, Mario and chef, Larry from Cafe 322 up the street, doing high-energy, hard-hitting Rock 'n' Roll.

SAT. 9/29 - ALUMINUM MARSHMALLOW @ RUDE DOG IN COVINA, 9pm. 114 N. Citrus Ave. $5 cover from what I could gather on their MySpace site, but I'm not positive. Just 'cause my brother's in the band doesn't mean I have all the answers! 626-322-8922. 60's & 70's Classic Rock.

SUN. 9/30 - BARRY "BIG B" BRENNER @ FIREFLY BISTRO IN SOUTH PASADENA, 11am - 2pm. 1009 El Centro. 626-441-2443. BLUES Brunch under a big breezy tent. http://www.bigbbrenner.com/

SUN. 9/30 - GRANT PARK SOFTBALL - ALL ARE WELCOME! NOT A LEAGUE - JUST FOR FUN & THE LOVE OF THE GAME! CORNER OF CORDOVA & MICHIGAN IN PASADENA, 3 BLOCKS WEST OF PCC. BATTING PRACTICE 12:30, GAME TIME ASAP. BRING YOUR GLOVE, BAT, CHAIR, ICE CHEST, ETC. EVERY SUNDAY....

SUN. 9/30 - "OPERA TO BROADWAY" VOCAL PERFORMANCES @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 7pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great italian food.

Please remember to call and verify all info. before making plans. Everything is subject to change. This is show biz, after all.

Hope to see you out & about,
SierraMadreSue
sierramadresue@yahoo.com

FOR EVEN MORE COOL SHOWS & INFO., CHECK OUT THESE SITES:
http://www.myspace.com/american arootsla
http://www.aliveandpicking.com /calendar.html
http://www.beantowncoffeebar.com/calendar.html
http://www.coffeegallery.com/home.html
http://www.covina.com/frethouse/concerts.html http://cafe322.com/

Support local music at Mr. T's Bowl

Mr T's Bowl
5621 1/2 N. Figueroa St at Ave 57 in Highland Park
all shows start at 9:pm
http://www.myspace.com/mrtsbowl
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Thur Sept 27th
Club Butchin' with10:00pm -
SUGAR AND GOLD!!
Hosted by CHUNX (Gravy Train!!!)!
SEXY!
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Fri Sept 28th
Gus's Western Shift with
The Knife Chase
http://www.myspace.com/theknifechase
The CurbHounds
http://www.myspace.com/thecurbhounds
Sterilize Stereo ( Portland, OR)
http://www.myspace.com/sterilizestereo
Crooked Cowboy
http://www.myspace.com/willeep
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Sat Sept 29
Blue Mask with
Zigzag Wanderers
Smash Fashion
Backbiter
Motorcycle Black Madonnas
EugeChris Young
No cover.
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Sun Sept 30th
8:00 The Motion
(http://www.myspace.com/motionthe)
9:00 Semiconscious Gloria
(http://www.myspace.com/semiconsciousgloria)
10:00 Dangerbees
(http://www.myspace.com/dangerbees)
11:00 Charts and Maps
http://www.myspace.com/chartsandmaps
No cover
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Mon Oct 1st
Abe Lincoln Story
Residency Mondays In Oct
Swords of Fatima
Abe Lincoln Story
Themes (from Minn.)
No cover
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Tue Oct 2nd
The Mormons presents Tuesday Nights...
Surprise guests and more..
No cover
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Wed Oct 3rd
No little kindness
1/2 of bodies of water (david and kyle)
+ friends
No cover...
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Thur Oct 4th
9:00 - Chris Robley
9:45 - The Kris Special
10:30 - Veltexans
11:15 - Salon K
12:00 - Franklin For Short
No cover

Yea Big and Kid Static to release debut hip-hop album

Hip Hop tag team featuring Mae-Shi-mash-upper Yea Big and professional-stuntman-by-day Kid Static to release debut album of “retro-futuristic” comic book beats and rhymes. Live dates in NYC, Philly, Chicago and more forthcoming.

“It basically sounds like Prefuse 73 gone retarded.” – Mundane Sounds

“Rolls along like the greatest party of your life upside down.” – Tangents (UK)

“What Andy Kaufman did for comedy, Yea Big has done with their new album...” – Treblezine

Ever wonder what happened to the FUN in hip-hop? What happened to the Digital Undergrounds, the Biz Markies and the De La Souls? With all this serious rap, who fills in the gap for the people who just want to get their dance on? The answer: the dauntless duo of deejay Yea Big and emcee Kid Static. Yea Big & Kid Static are down with OCD and have created a meticulously crafted debut album of “retro futuristic comic book hip hop” -- the soundtrack for your next dance-off and the preamble to your next good times coup. Chicago's Jib Door Records will release the self-titled opus on October 23, 2007.

Together, these two heroes are a force to be reckoned with -- Big and Static are most certainly two essential ingredients in a recipe for world domination. Separately, they busy themselves with a multitude of other noteworthy endeavors.

Yea Big is an audio manipulator who recently created a tour-only CD-R mashup of the entire upcoming album HLLLYH by spaz-rock band Mae-Shi. Big's reinterpretation, entitled HLLLYEA is an obvious play that incorporates his name into the actual album’s title. Big explains, “All of the material used to make the beats is off of HLLLYH, hence the punny title, HLLLYEA, which in hindsight will probably only further perpetuate the false notion that my name is pronounced ‘yeah’ instead of the correct pronunciation, ‘yea’.” Check out one of the tracks from Yea Big's Mae-Shi mash up featuring Kid Static on vocals: “Run To The Facts”

Not to be outdone, Kid Static is actually a Hollywood screen star when he’s not hijacking your brain piece. Static doubles, literally, as a professional stuntman traveling the country jumping onto and flying off of buildings. Throughout October, Static will confine his jumping around to the stage, when he and Big head out on some dates to promote their upcoming collaboration, including a stop in NYC for the annual CMJ festival. See below for tour dates and make sure to remember that hip hop is actually about FUN when checking out the debut from Yea Big & Kid Static.

More about Yea Big:
Stefen Robinson a.k.a. Yea Big is a detail obsessed mad scientist of the mix reared on Ravi Shankar, bluegrass & Motown. He released his first full length CD, The Wind That Blows The Robot's Arms, in 2006 on Chicago’s Jib Door label to much confusion and praise. One dude called The Wind... “an A.D.D. trip through instrumental spaz-hop”. Yea Big has done remixes for Minneapolis avant-hip hop outfit Kill The Vultures, the 12 Apostles label, Illegal Art, and continues to produce tour only mash-up and remix EP’s, the first two of which feature Mae-Shi and Rapider Than Horsepower.

More about Kid Static:
Producing and emceeing since childhood, native South Side Chicagoan Kid Static started off at the green age of 12-years-old, making frenetic and glitchy chiptunes. Years later, he gained local recognition as the front man for the defunct instrumental hip-hop group, The Cankles, whose much lauded Goddamn!! dropped in 2005 along with Static’s privately issued solo debut Have You Seen This Man? Stunt double by trade, Static is also an avid enthusiast of that mad French urban import sport parkour. No doubt, these on and off screen antics contribute heavily to Static’s sci-fi, action obsessed narrative wordplay.

Yea Big & Kid Static Live:
10/03 Chicago, IL Reggie's Live
10/12 Philadelphia, PA The Circle of Hope
10/18 Jamaica Plain, MA The Milky Way
10/19 Brooklyn, NY Soundfix Records (Fanatic CMJ Day Party)
10/21 Chicago, IL The Note
10/31 Bloomington, IN Uncle Festers
11/09 Chicago, IL Darkroom
11/16 Chicago, IL Kinetic Playground

Yea Big & Kid Static Tracklisting:
Release Date: October 23, 2007

01. The Screaming Starts At Sundown
02. We've Built A Time Machine That Runs On Beats. We Shall Only Use It For Good.
03. Static Leads The Coup
04. Transmission Ended
05. Joining Forces
06. Speak The Facts
07. Low Budget Battle Scene
08. The Basement / Enfant Terrible
09. On The Blink
10. Repairs Are Needed
11. Duck, Mother Fuckers!
12. Revel In The Aftermath
13. The Life Here
14. Things Have To Change, Pete
15. Why The Fuck Does This Keep Happening
16. Back Into The Sleeve

On The Web:
www.yeabig.com
www.kidstatic.com
www.myspace.com/yeabigkidstatic
www.jibdoor.com
www.myspace.com/jibdoor

Judy Collins on book and CD tour

Judy Collins is touring in support of her new CD - and 44th release, "Judy Collins Sings Lennon & McCartney" (Wildflower Records), as well as her book. A strong voice for people who have lost someone to suicide, Judy's new book "The Seven T's: Finding Hope and Healing in the Wake of Tragedy", has made her somewhat of a "Dr. Wayne Dyer" if you will. Millions of people have found comfort in her sharing her stories, as well as her talks and lectures on the subject. Judy has been, and continues to be an inspiration to many.

JUDY COLLINS TOUR DATES:
Wednesday, September 26th
Marjorie Luke Theatre
Santa Barbara, CA

Thursday, September 27th
Sunset Center
Carmel, CA

Friday, September 28th
Napa Valley Opera House
Napa, CA

Monday, October 1st @ 12:30 PM
Borders Books and Music
400 Post Street
San Francisco, California 94102
(415) 399-1633

Friday, October 5th
Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre
Roanoke, VA

Thursday, October 11th
The State Theatre
State College, PA

Friday, October 12th
North Shore Music Theatre
Beverly, MA

Saturday, October 13th
The Center for the Arts in Natick
Natick, MA

Saturday, October 27th @ 12:30 PM
Borders Books and Music
11711 Princeton Pike
Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
(513) 671-5852

Friday, November 2nd
Omaha Performing Arts Center
Omaha, NE

Friday, November 9th
Beau Rivage Resort
Biloxi, MS

Saturday, November 10th
The Grand 1894 Opera House
Galveston, TX

Sunday, December 2nd
Benaroya Concert Hall
Seattle, WA

Monday, December 3rd @ 12:30 PM
Border's Books and Music
1501 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
(206)-622-4599

Friday, December 7th
Schuster Performing Arts Center
Dayton, OH

Saturday, December 15th
Crockett Civic Center
Crockett, TX

Saturday, March 15th 2008
The Heritage Theatre
Campbell, CA

Sunday, March 16th 2008
Arkley Center for the Performing Arts
Eureka, CA

Saturday, March 29th 2008
Kraushaar Auditorium
Towson, MD

Thursday, May 8th 2008
Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts
Suffolk, VA

Judy Collins Sings Lennon & McCartney On New CD New York, NY, June 4th 2007:
On July 17th Judy Collins will release her 44th album, "Judy Collins Sings Lennon & McCartney" on her own label Wildflower Records. Having recorded songs by such famed artists as Collins has recorded songs by such celebrated songwriters as Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen among others, Collins only once recorded one written by John Lennon & Paul McCartney.
"Hard to believe, isn't it?" says Collins, who recorded "In My Life" in 1966 and included it on her groundbreaking album of the same title. "I think I was meant to wait and do their songs all at once."
Judy says about the forthcoming CD. Choosing some of her favorite Lennon & McCartney penned songs, the CD features Judy's inspired interpretations of songs like "Blackbird", "Norwegian Wood", "The Long And Winding Road", "Penny Lane" and others. To her these songs "possess a level of deep spirituality that I have always appreciated. It's nourishing music."
Over the course of her memorable 47 year career Judy Collins has shared her diverse talents in the form of music, books and film. The Grammy winner is also an accomplished painter, actress and an in demand key-note speaker on the subject of mental health.
"Judy Collins Sings Lennon & McCartney" was recorded in just three days. Produced by Judy herself along with TKNAME, and with input from her keyboardist Russell Walden. It features Collins playing piano on most tracks as well as bassists Tony Levin and Zev Katz, drummer Tony Beard, and guitarist Larry Campbell.

www.judycollins.com

Ben Warren honors soldiers in Iraq with ongoing music project

BEN WARREN, NYC MUSICIAN, RECORDS SONGS ABOUT SOLDIERS WHO HAVE FALLEN IN IRAQ.

Every two weeks, starting October 2, 2007, Warren will compose a song from information provided by the friends and families of the soldiers. Warren will record a song every two weeks from varying regions of the United States, starting with the Midwest. He will also record a song about active soldiers and also one about a veteran of war.
Warren wants to give a voice to our fallen soldiers in a way that will bring long-term awareness to the overall effects of war. He feels the ones who have sacrificed for our country need a vehicle to share their experiences and should be focused on.
"As our politicians argue over the best way to (effectively) end this war and bring our troops home, I wanted to focus on the toll the war has taken on our soldiers and their families." Warren said when asked to comment on the political nature of the project.
The Midwest song will be released on October 2, 2007. The South region song will be released on October 16, 2007. The active soldiers song will be released on October 30, 2007. The veteran's song will be released two days after Veterans Day on November 13, 2007. The West coast song will be released on November 27, 2007. The East coast song will be released on December 11, 2007. The final song, in remembrance of the families during the Holidays will be released on December 25, 2007. Besides radio airplay, all songs will be released on Ben Warren's blog at www.benwarrenmusic.com
Ben Warren was a member of well-known NYC group 'Whats Up' (with Jason Paige) whose debut album "Stand Up" was produced by legendary Chic bassist Bernard Edwards, as well as a successful solo-artist with albums "Famous", "Manifest Destiny" and "Dead at Disneyland" With his sophisticated lyrics he has established himself as a respected artist in the alternative pop arena. He garnered national recognition by covering multi-platinum artist Eric B And Rakim's song "Microphone Fiend" on "Famous."
Ben Warren is an artist of BIOYA Entertainment, an independent label that promotes the careers and longevity of artists who make a difference.
To be considered all interested parties should send their information to BIOYA Entertainment in a timely manner. All information, documents, pictures and videos sent should be labeled with what category/region it belongs to. Due to the large amount of material we receive please send photocopies that will not need to be returned in manila envelopes with the name of the region on the front and back of the envelope.
For more information, contact:
BIOYA Entertainment
632 East 11th St. Suite #26
Tel: Rebecca Greenberg 646-637-8584
Ben Warren 646-924-8488
Email: benwarrenmusic@gmail.com

NPR Music's live online concert series continues

NPR MUSIC’S LIVE, ONLINE CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES WITH FIVE SHOWS IN SEPTEMBER FROM 9:30 CLUB AND ROCK AND ROLL HOTEL

CONCERTS STREAMED LIVE AT www.NPR.org/music

WHAT: NPR Music’s concert series continues with five live, online concerts in September. NPR Music All Songs Considered’s Bob Boilen hosts the online concerts, which are available at www.NPR.org/music

WHO:
September 19 – The Apples in Stereo at 9:30 Club
September 22 – John Vanderslice with Bishop Allen at Rock and Roll Hotel
September 26 – Rilo Kiley at 9:30 Club
September 28 – Animal Collective at 9:30 Club
September 30 – Okkervil River at Rock and Roll Hotel

WHEN: All concerts begin at approximately 8:00 pm ET. (The times are subject to change, so please check www.NPR.org/music for details.)

WHERE: The concerts will be carried live from Washington, D.C.’s 9:30 Club and, a new venue for the NPR Concert Series, the Rock and Roll Hotel. All shows are archived at www.NPR.org/liveconcerts

In early 2007, neo-psychedelic pop band The Apples in Stereo returned to the studio after a five-year hiatus to record New Magnetic Wonder. The band first emerged in the early 1990s as part of the Elephant 6 Collective; the collective has since disbanded, making The Apples in Stereo’s return to the music scene even more surprising. NPR newsmagazine Day to Day reviewed the release in February 2007: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=7217587

Brooklyn indie group Bishop Allen released its second full-length album The Broken String in the summer of 2007. The band also has 12 EPs to its name – they recorded and released one a month in 2006. Bishop Allen opens for producer and songwriter John Vanderslice; NPR’s Bob Boilen describes Vanderslice’s music as “delicate and dark songs carefully crafted with creaking keyboards, buzzing guitars and plenty of assorted drums.”

Rilo Kiley’s debut, 2004’s More Adventurous, received critical acclaim for its “rock storytelling” and the smart, sweet vocals of lead singer (and former child actress) Jenny Lewis. The L.A.-based quartet is touring around their sophomore release Under the Blacklight. Hear Lewis in concert with the Watson Twins last year in NPR’s live, online concert series: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6254742

It’s usually a surprise who’ll turn up on stage with Animal Collective, a group of experimental musicians from Baltimore whose members include Avey Tare (David Portner); Panda Bear (Noah Lennox); Deakin (Josh Dibb); and Geologist (Brian Weitz). NPR’s Bob Boilen describes the group as having an “infectious spirit,” as evident on their new album Strawberry Jam.

Austin-based band Okkervil River formed in the late 1990s and takes its name from, of all places, a short story by Leo Tolstoy’s great grand-niece. Singer and songwriter Will Sheff says the group’s new release The Stage Names was produced to “give the listener a kind of listening pleasure.” Hear Sheff in an interview with NPR’s Debbie Elliot on All Things Considered: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=14084600

NPR Music’s hit audio webcasts, produced by the popular music program All Songs Considered, launched in January 2005 and have featured more than 120 live events to date. The concerts have showcased an eclectic group of performers, including Björk, The Decemberists, The Arcade Fire, Nellie McKay, The White Stripes, The Black Keys, Ray Lamontagne, James Brown, Iggy Pop and the Stooges and Lucinda Williams, among many others. For information about these shows and to hear archived concerts, visit www.NPR.org/liveconcerts

On air and online, NPR Music features reports, interviews and performances by outstanding artists in all music genres. The top-rated weekly program All Songs Considered, which is now available for broadcast as well as online and as a podcast, offers an eclectic music mix and has featured such celebrity guest DJs as Lily Allen, Conor Oberst, and film director John Waters. The podcast “Open Mic” features a wide-ranging mix of independent, unsigned or self-produced artists. The NPR.org Podcast Directory includes more than 45 music-related titles produced by NPR and Member stations from around the country: www.NPR.org/podcasts

For information on upcoming concerts and to hear archived concerts, visit www.NPR.org/liveconcerts

Adult Swim announces nationwide tour

Adult Swim Presents First Nationwide Concert Tours
Adult Swim, Cartoon Network’s highly rated late-night programming block for young adults, today announces its first two nationwide concert tours. In usual Adult Swim style, the 24-campus music tour promises to be like no other.
On October 1, a 12-campus hip-hop tour begins with a concert at the State University of New York campus in Albany, featuring Ghostface Killah and Witchdoctor. On October 29, a 12-campus heavy metal tour lets loose with headliner And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead. Opening for Trail of Dead is none other than Dethklok, the heavy metal band from Adult Swim’s Metalocalypse television series. All shows are open to students. Ticket information can be obtained online at www.adultswimpresents.com .
Headlining the hip-hop tour is Ghostface Killah (Def Jam). Also known as Dennis Coles, Ghostface Killah rose to fame as a member of the Wu-Tang Clan hip hop collective. Now on the Def Jam label, Ghostface Killah is responsible for six critically-acclaimed records and in 2006 teamed up with MF DOOM to produce a not-yet-released album.
Witchdoctor, also known as Eric Johnson, is an established member of Atlanta’s Dungeon Family collective, which includes Goodie Mob, OutKast, Killer Mike, Big Rube and many others. A veteran of the Southern rap game, he has lent his unique voice and style to several albums, including OutKast and Goodie Mob. Witchdoctor’s new album, “Diary of an American Witchdoctor,” will be released October 23 on Adult Swim’s Williams Street record label.
And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead (Interscope Records) will headline the heavy metal tour. Formed in 1994 by singers/guitarists/drummers Jason Reece and Conrad Keely, Trail of Dead eventually signed to Interscope Records and in 2002 issued the formidable album “Source Tags & Codes.” Their most recent album, “So Divided,” was released in late 2006.
Opening for Trail of Dead is the self-described world’s most popular and heaviest metal band, Dethklok. Dethklok and its band members are the stars of the popular Adult Swim animated series, Metalocalypse, the brainchild of creators Brendon Small and Tommy Blacha. For the Adult Swim tour, Small, who is the lead vocalist, brings the animated characters to life with a real live band. Dethklok’s first album, “Metalocalypse: Dethklok The Dethalbum,” will be released on Williams Street September 25.

Schedule for Hip Hop Tour Featuring Ghostface Killah and Witchdoctor:
10/01/07: State University of New York, Albany, N.Y.
10/03/07: University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H.
10/05/07: Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J.
10/06/07: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Va.
10/07/07: University of Maryland, College Park, Md.
10/09/07: American University, Washington, DC
10/10/07: Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Ga.
10/11/07: University of Central Florida, Orlando, Fla.
10/14/07: University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla.
10/16/07: UCLA, Los Angeles, Calif.
10/17/07: University of Arizona, Tuscon, Ariz.
10/19/07: University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, N.M.

The schedule for the heavy metal tour will be released at a later date.

Adult Swim (AdultSwim.com), launched in 2001, is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s network offering original and acquired animated comedy and action series for young adults. Airing overnight 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday (ET, PT), Adult Swim shares channel space with Cartoon Network, home to the best in original, classic and acquired programming for children and families, and is seen in 91 million U.S. homes.
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Ill Bill pushes back release, but continues tour

ILL BILL regretfully announces that his forthcoming sophomore effort, The Hour of Reprisal, has been pushed back until early 2008. The hour-long album, which is to be accompanied by a full-length DVD of ILL BILL live at the legendary (and tragically shuttered) CBGB, features guest appearances by the likes of Raekwon the Chef, B-Real, Immortal Technique, Tech N9ne and Necro, as well as members of the Bad Brains, Killswitch Engage, La Coka Nostra, Jedi Mind Tricks, HERO and Sepultura/Soulfly. Tracks for the set were composed by Muggs, DJ Premier, Lethal, Necro, T-Ray, Cynic, and Sicknature, with a majority of the production coming courtesy of ILL BILL himself.
Bill offers “I am extremely proud of this album…it is the most personal music I’ve ever made.” He adds “this record is an uncompromising snapshot of my entire life and the world around me at this very moment.”

Originally scheduled for release on September 11th via Bill’s own Uncle Howie Records in cooperation with Perfect Game Recording Co./Warner Music Group, The Hour of Reprisal did not hit the stores as scheduled due to WMG’s decision to discontinue the Perfect Game label. However, ILL BILL and former Perfect Game general manager Howie Abrams have joined forces to find an appropriate home for the album. They are currently in discussions with a number of interested parties and plan to announce a new release date within the next few weeks.

In the meantime, ILL BILL remains busy with a number of exciting projects, not to mention his upcoming 39 city tour supporting Twiztid. The trek begins in Cleveland, Ohio on September 25th and comes to an end on November 10th in Columbus, Ohio. Bill is also putting the finishing touches on the debut album by La Coka Nostra, the new group featuring all 3 original members of House of Pain, ILL BILL, Boston’s Slaine and native New Yorker Big Left.
Additionally, Bill is working on collaborations with the likes of Boot Camp Clik’s Sean Price, Jeru the Damaja and west coast heavyweight Crooked I. He has also contributed production work to the upcoming Army of the Pharaohs and Special Teamz albums.

Visit www.myspace.com/illbill for news and continuously updated free downloads.

ILL BILL Tour Dates with Twiztid

09.25.07 / Cleveland, OH / Peabody's
09.26.07 / Buffalo, NY / Infinity
09.27.07 / Pittsburgh, PA / Mr. Smalls Theatre
09.28.07 / Hartford, CT / Webster Theatre
09.30.07 / Worcester, MA /The Palladium
10.01.07 / New York, NY / B.B. King Blues Club
10.02.07 / Philadelphia, PA / The Fillmore (TLA)
10.03.07 / Sayreville, NJ / Starland Ballroom
10.05.07 / Lancaster, PA / Chameleon Club
10.06.07 / Towson, MD / The Recher Theatre
10.07.07 / Norfolk, VA / The Norva
10.08.07 / Charlotte, NC / Tremont Music Hall
10.09.07 / Atlanta, GA / The Masquerade
10.11.07 / Fort Lauderdale, FL / Culture Room
10.12.07 / Orlando, FL / The Social
10.13.07 / St. Petersburg, FL / State Theatre
10.15.07 / Houston, TX / Red Room at The Meridian
10.16.07 / Dallas, TX / Palladium Ballroom
10.17.07 / San Antonio, TX / White Rabbit
10.18.07 / Oklahoma City, OK / Diamond Ballroom
10.19.07 / Albuquerque, NM / Sunshine Theatre
10.20.07 / Tempe, AZ / Marquee
10.22.07 / Los Angeles, CA / Knitting Factory
10.23.07 / Anaheim, CA / The Grove of Anaheim
10.24.07 / Sacramento, CA / The Boardwalk
10.26.07 / Portland, OR / Hawthorne Theatre
10.27.07 / Seattle, WA / El Corazon
10.28.07 / Spokane, WA / The Big Easy Concert House
10.29.07 / Boise, ID / The Big Easy
10.30.07 / Salt Lake City, UT / In The Venue
10.31.07 / Denver, CO / Ogden Theatre
11.02.07 / Lawrence, KS / The Bottleneck
11.03.07 / Des Moines, IA / House of Bricks
11.04.07 / Minneapolis, MN / First Avenue
11.05.07 / Milwaukee, WI / The Eagles Club
11.07.07 / Sauget, IL / Pop's
11.08.07 / Mokena, IL / The Pearl Room
11.9.07 / Louisville, KY / Headliner's Music Hall
11.10.07 / Columbus, OH / Newport Music Hall

Upcoming concerts around California

Anaheim
October 4 NORMA JEAN
@ The Grove of Anaheim . 2200 E. Katella Ave /714.712.2700 / Doors: 6:30pm / Tickets: $17/$19
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH SAOSIN , ALEXISONFIRE

Bakersfield
October 6 Every Time I Die
@ THE DOME - 2201 V STREET - 661-321-9700 - 6PM-$18ADV/$20DOS
http://www.myspace.com/everytimeidie
ALONG WITH Poison the Well, Maylene& the Sons of Disaster, Underoath

Concord
September 28 ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY
@ Bourbon Street
www.myspace.com/atpva
w/Obituary, Full Blown Chaos and more

Corona
September 26 ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY
@ Showcase Theatre
www.myspace.com/atpva
w/Obituary, Full Blown Chaos and more

October 11 and 12 HORSE THE BAND
@ Showcase Theatre w/ Between the Buried and Me / 683 S. Main / 951.340.0988/ Doors: 7:30PM / Tickets: $15
www.myspace.com/horsetheband

Fresno
October 1 NORMA JEAN
@ Rainbow Ballroom 1725 Broadway / 559.264.6404 /Doors: 6:00pm / Tickets: $15.50 / 17.50
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH SAOSIN , ALEXISONFIRE

October 11 AUGUST BURNS RED
@ The Exit / 1533 E. BELMONT AVE - 559-485-4263
w/ Unearth, Darkest Hour
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred

Los Angeles
September 19 Bako's ADEMA
@ Crash Mansion
http://www.myspace.com/adema

October 2 NORMA JEAN
@ the Avalon 1735 N. Vine / 323.467.4571 / Doors:6:00pm / Tickets: $17
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH SAOSIN, ALEXISONFIRE

October 5 Every Time I Die
@ WILTERN THEATRE - 3790 WILSHIRE BLVD -213-388-1400 - 6:30PM - $19.50
http://www.myspace.com/everytimeidie
ALONG WITH Poison the Well, Maylene& the Sons of Disaster, Underoath

October 13 MACHINE HEAD
co/headlining @ Avalon (Black Tyranny Tour w/ArchEnemy, Throwdown and more)
www.myspace.com/machinehead

West Hollywood
September 30 ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY
@ The Knitting Factory
www.myspace.com/atpva
w/Obituary, Full Blown Chaos and more

Oakland
October 14 HORSE THE BAND
@ the Oakland Metro w/ Between the Buried and Me /201 BROADWAY / Doors: 7:30PM / Tickets: $15
www.myspace.com/horsetheband

Orangevale
October 12 AUGUST BURNS RED
@ The Boardwalk / 9426 Greenback Lane /916.988.9247
w/ Unearth, Darkest Hour
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred

Palms
Sept 22 Bako's ADEMA
@ 29 Palms Military Base
http://www.myspace.com/adema

Pomona
September 29 Every Time I Die HEADLINING
@ GlassHouse / 200 W. Second St /Doors: 7:00pm / Tickets: $12
http://www.myspace.com/everytimeidie

October 9 AUGUST BURNS RED
@ Glasshouse w/ Unearth, Darkest Hour
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred

San Diego
TOUR KICKOFF October 3 Every Time I Die
@ SOMA / 3350 SPORTS ARENABOULEVARD - 619-226-7662 - 7PM - $18ADV/$22DOS
http://www.myspace.com/everytimeidie
ALONG WITH Poison the Well, Maylene& the Sons of Disaster, Underoath

October 5 NORMA JEAN
@ Soma / 3350 Sports Arena Blvd / 619.226.7662 / Doors:6:30pm / Tickets: $15/$17
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH SAOSIN , ALEXISONFIRE

October 13 HORSE THE BAND
@ Soma w/ Between the Buried and Me / 3350 SportsArena Blvd / 619.226.7662 / Doors: 6:30PM / Tickets: $13/$14
www.myspace.com/horsetheband

San Francisco
September 30 NORMA JEAN
@ Slim's / 333 Eleventh St. / 415.255.033 / Doors:6:00pm / Tickets: $17
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH SAOSIN , ALEXISONFIRE

October 7 Every Time I Die
@ THE WARFIELD - 982 MARKET ST - 415-567-2060 -6PM - $25
http://www.myspace.com/normajean
ALONG WITH Poison the Well, Maylene & the Sons of Disaster

October 12 MACHINE HEAD
co/headlining @ The Warfield(Black Tyranny Tourw/Arch Enemy, Throwdown and more)
www.myspace.com/machinehead

San Jose
Sept 21 Bako's ADEMA
@ Nova Hall
http://www.myspace.com/adema

San Marcos
September 29 ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY
@ The Jumping Turtle
www.myspace.com/atprva
w/Obituary, Full Blown Chaos and more

Ventura
October 10 AUGUST BURNS RED
@ Alpine w/ Unearth, Darkest Hour
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred

Tupe O Negative announces fall tour

Goth rock icons TYPE O NEGATIVE have announced a fall tour starting October 12, with Lordi supporting, in connection with their seventh album Dead Again. Released earlier this year via SPV Records, the album debuted at #27 on Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart, selling over 22,000 copies in its first week and earning high praise from Outburn magazine: "Few bands would have the foresight to combine punk rock, Sabbath, and goth, but Type O Negative has been doing it successfully for years. Dead Again is another gem in Type O's cracked, rotted crown" (April/May 2007).
Consisting of Peter Steele (vocals, bass), Josh Silver (keyboards), Kenny Hickey (guitar) and Johnny Kelly (drums), the Brooklyn-based band made a strong return to the road this past spring when they headlined a successful cross country tour which included two sold-out nights in New York City as well as sold-out shows in Denver, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Chicago and more. The band's live set draws from their catalog which includes the platinum-certified Bloody Kisses.
Here's a sample of the critical praise that the band received for their 2007 live performances:

"[Type O Negative] offered a 90-minute foray into their Beatles-meets-Black Sabbath world of the sick-and-twisted musically malcontent. Sick and twisted, yes (anything featuring the aforementioned characters would need to be), yet so deceptively brilliant in its delivery, it was scary. Not campy, cartoon scary, but full-metal-racket scary, a bludgeoning behemoth of dirge-drenched riffs, satirical rips and melancholic melodies crashing with an offsetting sense of lyrical wit that had their tongues planted firmly in cheek, and their other cheeks aimed high in the air. The results were a sonic discord that delivered doom via the warmth of musicality unbeknownst to modern metal…they use morose overtures and a wry, dare-me-to-care attitude to color metal mechanics that are rivaled by few on the live circuit."
--Paul Gargano, LiveDaily.com, April 24, 2007

"The crowd clearly worships Type O Negative, they consistently chanted their name whenever and knew lyrics to almost every song"
--Michael McNichols, Lumino Magazine (Chicago), May 29, 2007

"Type O Negative live is never a disappointment."
--Kim Polen, Harder Beat (Texas), May 2007

Catch TYPE O NEGATIVE on the road in the following cities and check out www.typeonegative.com.

Fri 10/12 New Haven, CT Toad's Place
Sat 10/13 Worcester, MA The Palladium
Sun 10/14 Clifton Park, NY Northern Lights
Tue 10/16 Allentown, PA Crocodile Rock Café
Wed 10/17 Buffalo, NY Town Ballroom
Sat 10/20 Milwaukee, WI The Eagle's Club
Sun 10/21 Chicago, IL The Vic
Tue 10/23 Knoxville, TN Blue Cats
Wed 10/24 Atlanta, GA The Masquerade
Thu 10/25 Asheville, NC The Orange Peel
Fri 10/26 Louisville, KY Headliner's Music Hall
Sat 10/27 Detroit, MI Harpo's
Mon 10/29 New York, NY The Fillmore @ Irving Plaza
Tue 10/30 Philadelphia, PA Trocadero
Wed 10/31 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom

MTV and Mountain Dew announce rock and hip-hop band contest

MTV2 and Mountain Dew are set to discover America’s Next Big Superstars with the 2007 Dew Circuit Breakout. Since 2002, Dew Circuit Breakout, MTV2’s partnership with Mountain Dew, has delivered a proven track record for finding the next big band poised for stardom including notable bands such as Halifax, HelloGoodbye, Taking Back Sunday, Yellowcard, and Hawthorne Heights and provided a platform to give these bands their first taste of national, mainstream exposure. For the first time ever, MTV2 and Mountain Dew are giving rock and hip-hop bands from all across the country the opportunity to impress voters and MTV2 execs by giving them the chance to create band profiles and upload songs, video and pics onto dewcircuitbreakout.mtv2.com until September 30, 2007 in the hopes of becoming the next Dew Circuit Breakout star.
"The 2007 MTV2 Dew Circuit Breakout is a tremendous way for us to give amazing, bands on the rise the chance to be seen and heard by uploading their music through dewcircuitbreakout.mtv2.com and empower our audience to put their favorite bands on the map through their votes," stated Andy Hunter, SVP, MTV & VH1 Digital Television. "Mountain Dew has been an incredible partner in sharing our vision to continually help discover and develop local music talent across the country."

When the first round of voting ends on September 30th, twelve lucky bands will be hand-picked by MTV2's expert music and talent panel, and then the battle really begins. There will be three eliminations leading up to MTV2’s Live Finale on December 8th where 2007's victor will be crowned. Beginning October 1, viewers will vote to determine the top 6 finalists from the Top Twelve Finalists. The Top 6 Finalists will then get a visit from MTV crews as they rock out in their hometown and filmed in action for segments on air. Viewers will then determine the Top 3 Finalists who will then be flown to New York City to perform during the Dew Circuit Breakout Finale, LIVE from Times Square, where our winner will be announced.
The winning band will then get the chance to star in their very first MTV music video for rotation on-air, receive tons of exposure on MTV and MTV2, be strongly considered for MTV's Artist Of The Week, airtime on Discover & Download and Unleashed, where the latest, most anticipated, most cutting-edge work from the biggest players in rock and hip hop premiere on MTV2, and much, much more.
For complete details on the 2007 MTV2 Dew Circuit Breakout including band information, show dates, and much more, visit dewcircuitbreakout.mtv2.com.

MTV2 Dew Circuit Breakout is an MTV2 Production, in association with Mountain Dew.
Mountain Dew is a product of Purchase, N.Y.-based Pepsi-Cola North America (www.pepsi.com), the refreshment beverage unit of PepsiCo Inc. in the United States and Canada.

About MTV Networks:
MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 130 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.

Estouric to offer rock history tour

Esotouric, the eclectic collective whose offbeat bus tours expose LA's secret history, returns to founder Kim Cooper's rock and roll roots on Sunday, October 21, when they launch WHERE THE ACTION WAS. This new tour, co-hosted by pop critic Gene Sculatti, explores the musical history of Hollywood and the Sunset Strip through visits to celebrated nightclubs, recording studios, record label offices and other places of subcultural importance.
The launch date is no accident, falling one day before Bobby Fuller, the gifted rocker whose "I Fought The Law" is one of the great singles of the 1960s, would have turned 65. Fuller's mysterious 1966 "suicide" (thought by many to be an unsolved murder) is one of several storylines followed on the neighborhood tour, which also explores the life, the highs and lows of super-producer Phil Spector, the racially mixed psychedelic lions Arthur Lee & Love and the folk-rocking Byrds and their extraordinary entourage of self-proclaimed freaks and go-go dancers.
On WHERE THE ACTION WAS, passengers will make a fascinating journey back in time, from the mid 1960s through the punk era, when Hollywood was ground zero of a series of cultural explosions that started in the music industry, but quickly spread to film, publishing, fashion and lifestyles. The area covered is relatively small, but packed with important spots including nightclubs (Whiskey A Go Go, Pandora's Box, Rodney's English Disco, The Masque), record labels (Capitol, A&M, RCA), teen hang-outs (Ben Frank's, Canter's, Tiny Naylor's) and some familiar locations with unexpected rock and roll connections.
Artists featured include Herb Alpert & Tijuana Brass, The Beach Boys, The Buffalo Springfield, The Doors, The Bobby Fuller 4, The Germs, The Grassroots, Jan & Dean, Janis Joplin, Arthur Lee & Love, The Mamas & Papas, The Monkees, Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, Sonny & Cher, Phil Spector, Iggy & the Stooges, the Velvet Underground, Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention, and many, many more.
Illustrated with an elaborate onboard slide show featuring rare vintage photos, album art, concert ads and ephemera, and hosted by a pair ofhistorically minded music fiends eager to share fascinating tales, WHERE THEACTION WAS is a must for rock fans or Hollywood dwellers who've heard the famous names, but need some help figuring out where is all happened. The tour visits the unassuming intersection where teens rioted over an unfair nightly curfew (inspiring the Buffalo Springfield's Stephen Stills to write "For What It's Worth"), the hotel where Janis Joplin died, the one-time roller disco parlor where Prince made his L.A. debut, the notorious Continental "Riot House" hotel in which Led Zeppelin partied with teenage groupie queens, the Hullaballoo Club (later the Aquarius and now Nickelodeon), Ciro's, PJ's (later The Starwood), the Troubador, and many more. It explains how Canter's Deli's continued popularity as an after hours gathering spot is directly tied to its willingness to serve hairy weirdos in the 1960s, reveals how Elvis Presley's shopping trip to Wallich's Music City influenced L.A.'s surf and hot rod music scene, and recalls a time when the Tropicana Motel was simply THE place to go for star spotting. WHERE THE ACTION WAS is a long overdue celebration of the people and the venues that made Southern California the center of the rock and roll world for more than two decades.
The tour will conclude with a snack break at Scoops, the avant garde gelato shop featuring high concept flavors inspired by Esotouric tours. Available for purchase on the tour will be autographed copies of Gene Sculatti's "The Catalog of Cool," Kim Cooper's books and back issues of Scram magazine.

ABOUT THE HOSTS:
Co-host Kim Cooper is the editrix of Scram, the acclaimed journal of unpopular culture that over 22 issues has celebrated neglected musical genius, and spawned the anthologies "Bubblegum Music is the Naked Truth" and "Lost in the Grooves: Scram's Capricious Guide to the Music You Missed." Her latest book is the best-selling volume of the 33 1/3 series of little books about great albums, on Neutral Milk Hotel's "In the Aeroplane Over The Sea."
Co-host Gene Sculatti is a writer, editor and music-business veteran whose work has appeared in USA Today, Rolling Stone and Creem. Gene was Editorial Director of Warner Bros. Records and Director of Special Issues for Billboard magazine. His book "The Catalog of Cool" was the bible ofpre-internet hepcat exploration. Gene is also author of "Too Cool," "San Francisco Nights: The Psychedelic Music Trip" and "The 100 Best Selling Albums of the 60s."

Upcoming Esotouric bus tour schedule:
Sat Sept 22 ­ In A Lonely Place: Raymond Chandler's LA tour
Sat Sept 29 ­ Blood & Dumplings (San Gabriel Valley true crime tour)
Sun Oct 7­ Reyner Banham Loves Los Angeles (architecture/urbanism tour)
Sat Oct 20­ The Real Black Dahlia tour
Sun Oct 21 ­ WHERE THE ACTION WAS (rock history tour)
Sat Oct 27 ­ Haunts of a Dirty Old Man: Charles Bukowski's LA
Sun Oct 28 ­ Hallowe'en Horrors featuring Crimebo the Clown

For more info on Esotouric, visit http://www.esotouric.com

Eastern Conference Champions on tour in October

Eastern Conference Champions (ECC), the up-and-coming rock trio that has been steadily building a buzz through endless touring and an instantly recognizable signature sound, has been chosen as the exclusive opening act for the west coast dates of alternative icon Black Francis’ upcoming tour. Kicking off October 1 in Portland, OR and continuing through a two-week, southbound trek ending in both acts’ adopted hometown of Los Angeles, ECC will join the Pixies frontman and enduring solo artist (aka Frank Black) for a series of intimate club dates and multi-night residencies. Eastern Conference Champions, featuring singer/guitarist Josh Ostrander, drummer Greg Lyons and uber-mustachioed bassist Vern Zaborowski, will take the stage with whip-tight, road-tested versions of songs featured on their recently released Suretone Records debut full-length, Ameritown.

July’s highly anticipated release of Ameritown, overseen by Brit-pop super-producer Owen Morris (Oasis, The Verve), showcases ECC’s collection of soaring, anthemic, melodic rock that has have earned them a dedicated following with the public and press alike. The new album follows the power trio’s well-received 2006 EP, The Southampton Collection, as well as successful Los Angeles residencies and endless road treks across the nation with the likes of Ambulette, The Films, Ozma and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, among others. This summer also found ECC making a triumphant appearance at the XPoNential music festival, as well as a sensational performance of their hit single “The Box “ on NBC’s Last Call with Carson Daly.

Eastern Conference Champions have recently been featured by Blender, SPIN.com and Filter Magazine, who exclaimed, “[ECC’s new album] promises to have a wide musical range that pushes the genre boundaries of classical and rock and roll.” URB Magazine also named the band to their crucial Next 100 list of important up-and-coming acts, enthusiastically endorsing “their fun, fervent blend of indie rock…” MTV.com praised the band’s “soaring vocals, heavily distorted psych guitars and big drums,” while the Los Angeles Times called Ameritown “a charmer, with Ostrander's pinched vocals twined with his languid piano lines and the pressing beats of drummer Greg Lyons and bassist Vern Zaborowski.”


EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS TOUR DATES WITH BLACK FRANCIS

Oct. 1 Portland, OR Doug Fir
Oct. 2 Portland, OR Doug Fir
Oct. 3 Vancouver, BC Richard’s
Oct. 4 Vancouver, BC Richard’s
Oct. 7 Sacramento, CA Harlow’s
Oct. 8 Santa Cruz, CA Catalyst
Oct. 9 San Francisco, CA Café Du Nord
Oct. 10 San Francisco, CA Café Du Nord
Oct. 11 San Francisco, CA Café Du Nord
Oct. 13 Santa Barbara, CA Soho Music Club
Oct. 14 San Luis Obispo, CA Downtown Brew
Oct. 15 Los Angeles, CA Safari Sam’s
Oct. 16 Los Angeles, CA Safari Sam’s

Check www.EasternConferenceChampions.com for more information.

Schoolyard Heroes tour continues

Schoolyard Heroes, Seattle’s premiere horror metal and theatrical fear pop band teamed up with Brian and Brad Palmer, the dynamic duo behind the Killers video for "Mr. Brightside" and The Bravery's "Time Wont Let Me Go” to put together the first video off of ABOMINATIONS, The band’s first album for the label, arriving in stores on September 18th.

The video for the album’s first single “The Plastic Surgery Hall Of Fame” expresses the rebellious spirit of today’s youth. Shot in Pennsylvania and Seattle, starring the band’s fans, the video opens with dozens of teens fleeing to a place where social norms are irrelevant. In true Rock and Roll Cinema Verite style- the directors found its participants bruised and battered during this race to freedom. Even the bands A&R, hipster queen Sarah Lewitinn aka Ultragrrrl was tossed into the fray and got her licks. Myspace.com has “The Plastic Surgery Hall of Fame” as the featured rock video from September 12- the release date of September 18.

Schoolyard Heroes are currently out with Toronto’s goth synth rock band the Birthday Massacre on a brief North American tour, opening Wednesday September 5th, at The Mod Club in Toronto. The 8-city trip wraps up with a hometown gig at El Corazon in Seattle on September 18th. Two days later, they head back out on the road to join Sum 41 and Stolen Transmission label mates Monty Are I. Please see complete tour dates below.

ABOMINATIONS was recorded and produced by John Goodmanson (who has worked with the Blood Brothers, Sleater-Kinney, Blondie, and Wu-Tang Clan). Prior to the release,
“Dude, Where’s My Skin” is being released as the lead track, and “Cemetary Girls” as the first single.

Schoolyard Heroes – vocalist Ryann Donnelly, guitarist Steve Bonnell, bassist Jonah Bergman, and drummer Brian Turner – have recorded two albums since they were launched on the unsuspecting Pacific Northwest prog-punk scene four years ago: The Funeral Sciences (2003) and Fantastic Wounds (2005), both on the indie Control Group/TCG imprint. The two are sampled on their website, www.myspace.com/schoolyardheroes , with “The Mechanical Man vs. The Robot from the Outer Limits” and “Attack of the Puppet People” (from the debut), and “They Live” and “The Girl Who Was Born Without a Face” (from the second album).

As the website explains, “Soon after their inception, the band came in second place at EMP’s Sound Off! competition, played the Bumbershoot festival, and found themselves sharing the bill with Franz Ferdinand and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs at staunch supporters KNDD's huge EndFest fete. The Heroes wowed audiences opening for Pretty Girls Make Graves and Vendetta Red, too – all while headlining their own crowds of over 500.”

“Donnelly has classically romanticized the curious fun of ’60s pulp horror tomes and Troma films in Schoolyard Heroes’ songs,” the site continues, “wailing, growling and crooning lines like ‘Check the body before it gets cold!’ (from their debut’s ‘Curse of the Werewolf’) with piercing intensity.” As Blen­der noted, their “creeping melodies menace like an unseen villain.” The band has catalytically converted an entire generation of Pacific Northwest youth with their boisterous attitude and the sheer weight of their riff heavy operatic horror rock. Buckle up for a fun ride through Amityville.

“The Plastic Surgery Hall Of Fame” Video Link
http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=17830805


SCHOOLYARD HEROES ON TOUR

With The Birthday Massacre


Sept. 13th Grand Emporium Kansas City, Missouri
Sept. 14th Club Roxbury Omaha, Nebraska
Sept 15th Marquis Theatre Denver, Colorado
Sept. 16th Avalon Salt Lake City, Utah
Sept. 18th El Corazon Seattle, Washington

With Sum 41

Sept. 21st Trocadero Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sept. 22nd Northern Lights Albany, New York
Sept. 23rd Water Street Music Hall Rochester, New York
Sept. 26th St. Andrew’s Hall Detroit, Michigan
Sept. 27th The Intersection Grand Rapids, MI
Sept. 28th Metro Chicago, Illinois
Oct. 2nd Cain’s Tulsa, Oklahoma
Oct. 3rd Diamond Ballroom Oklahoma City, OK
Oct. 4th Granada Lawrence, Kansas
Oct. 7th Big Easy Boise, Idaho

http://www.schoolyardheroes.com
http://www.stolentransmission.com

Gilby Clarke to play at Las Vegas Bike Fest

I received two seemingly different announcements on Gilby Clarke's performance. I suggest you visit the Web site for the most updated information before you head out the door. ~M

Hooters Casino Hotel
Friday - 7:00pm-11:00pm
Free for Las Vegas Bike Fest Registrants

Join us poolside at Hooters Casino Hotel on Friday for 4 hours of entertainment provided by Gilby Clarke and Dirty Penny. Gilby Clarke and his band will share the stage with Dirty Penny.
Gilby Clarke was a member of Guns N' Roses during the three-year "Use Your Illusion" world tour. After GNR imploded, Gilby launched several solo projects and in 2003 he joined Heart for their national tour and TV appearances. He oversaw Nancy Sinatra's California Girl record and played guitar in her touring band. In 2006, he also played guitar for the MC5, Nancy Sinatra, Heart and now Rockstar: Supernova. In 2006 Gilby starred on CBS's Rockstar: Supernova with Tommy Lee and Jason Newstead of Metallic.
Check back for Gilby Clarke's and Dirty Penny's play schedules.
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Former GUNS N' ROSES/ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA guitarist Gilby Clarke will play a solo show at the Las Vegas Bike Fest on Friday, September 28.

Visit http://www.lasvegasbikefest.com/ for more information.

High on Fire kicks off tour with free performance

HIGH ON FIRE sees the release of their long-awaited full-length Death Is This Communion today, Tuesday September 18. To commemorate its release, HIGH ON FIRE will play a free in-store at Amoeba Records in San Francisco this afternoon, kicking off their North American Tour. HIGH ON FIRE will be joined by MONO, PANTHERS, and label-mates COLISEUM for this five week tour beginning September 20 in San Diego, CA. A complete listing of tour dates and cities can be found below.

Also, in conjunction with Death Is This Communion’s release, FYE.com is offering HIGH ON FIRE fans a chance to win an autographed Epiphone guitar.

HIGH ON FIRE recently lensed a video for Death Is This Communion track “Rumors of War” in Los Angeles, CA with director / producer Soren (UNEARTH, CEPHALIC CARNAGE, GREELEY ESTATES). The video is expected to make its world premier imminently. “Rumors of War” can be heard now via the band’s MySpace: www.MySpace.com/HighOnFireSlays and is also the first digital single from Death Is This Communion, available via I-Tunes.

www.HIGHONFIRE.net
www.myspace.com/HighOnFireSlays.

HIGH ON FIRE tour dates:

September 18 San Francisco, CA Amoeba Records (FREE In-Store)

***All Dates From September 20 thru October 29 w/ MONO, PANTHERS, COLISEUM***

September 20 San Diego, CA Casbah
September 21 Los Angeles, CA El Ray
September 22 Phoenix, AZ The Old Brickhouse
September 23 Albuquerque, NM Launch Pad
September 25 San Antonio, TX White Rabbit
September 26 Dallas, TX Granada Theater
September 27 Austin, TX Emo’s
September 28 Houston, TX Meridian Red Room
September 29 New Orleans, LA One Eyed Jacks
October 1 Knoxville, TN Blue Cats
October 2 Athens, GA 40 Watt Club
October 3 Asheville, NC Orange Peel
October 4 Wilmington, NC Soapbox
October 5 Richmond, VA Toad’s Place
October 6 Baltimore, MD Rams Head Live
October 7 Philadelphia, PA Theater of Living Arts
October 8 New York, NY Webster Hall
October 9 Brooklyn, NY Williamsburg Music Hall
October 11 Cambridge, MA Middle East
October 12 Providence, RI Living Room
October 13 Montreal, QC Les Saints
October 14 Toronto, ON Opera House
October 16 Buffalo, NY Showplace Theater
October 17 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop
October 18 Detroit, MI Magic Stick
October 19 Chicago, IL Double Door
October 20 Madison, WI High Noon Saloon
October 21 Minneapolis, MN First Avenue
October 24 Vancouver, BC Richards on Richards
October 25 Seattle, WA Crocodile Café
October 26 Portland, OR Dante’s
October 28 San Francisco, CA Independent
October 29 San Francisco, CA Independent


“Already regarded as one of modern metal's most face-meltingly fantastic bands, High on Fire further solidifies its reputation with Death is This Communion, the Oakland trio's fourth, most commanding album.” – SAN FRANCISCO WEEKLY

“No longer the best stoner-metal band in the land, High on Fire is now clearly, simply one of the country's best metal bands, period.” – DALLAS OBSERVER

“shirtless metal somewhere between Motorhead's biker thunder and Slayer's muscular riffology. Still far and away one of the best metal acts going.” – AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN

“the trio will steamroll your senses -- a year of nonstop touring behind 2005's Blessed Black Wings has made the already tight HoF an unstoppable metal monster” – NEW TIMES

"HIGH ON FIRE is the sludgy resin from 30 years of super-hard-rock history transubstantiated into three men from Oakland with low-slung jeans" - NEW YORK TIMES
"the apocalypse's doomy, amp-destroying fifth horseman... galloping mammoth metal" - SPIN

"unbelievably heavy...massive crunching riffs and drums that slam like vault doors" - REVOLVER

"HIGH ON FIRE build a temple to The Riff and preach its word as loudly as humanly possible" - AUSTIN CHRONICLE
"Tony Iommi's jaw would drop." - KERRANG!

"For a band getting as much crossover attention as they do, locals High on Fire have remained staunchly, unapologetically metal over the years. Celtic Frost-meets-the Melvins riffage, topped off with vocals so hoarse they make Lemmy sound like a choirboy." - SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN

"the sound of the planet getting broadsided by a shower of asteroids, and the crushing terror of 20-story stone beasts methodically obliterating everything in their path with each malevolent stomp. And you won't want it to end." - PHOENIX NEW TIMES

Tickets available for upcoming shows

ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES SUNSET STRIP

On Sale NOW:

Tribal with Carina Ricco, Monte Negro - October 1

Nikhil Korula Band - October 3

Kelly Rowland , Mario - November 1


On Sale Thursday, September 20th at 10:00 AM:

Jill Scott - October 16, 17 & 18

The Dan Band - October 19

Cypress Hill - October 31


On Sale Saturday, September 22nd at 10:00 AM:

Rihanna - October 23

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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES ANAHEIM

On Sale NOW:

Toots & The Maytals - September 26


On Sale Saturday, September 22nd at 10:00 AM:

Travis, Maximo Park - November 24

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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT GIBSON AMPHITHEATRE AT UNIVERSAL CITYWALK

On Sale Saturday, September 22nd at 10:00 AM:

Kelly Clarkson - November 18

Monster In The Machine plugs in for Southland dates

Monster In The Machine released their debut BUTTERFLY PINNED album to the masses on August 21 on Emotional Syphon Recordings (the new independent label owned by Korn guitarist James “Munky” Shaffer) and now they're hitting the road to promote it. They're performing in Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 9 at The Roxy, in Costa Mesa on Wednesday, October 10 at Detroit Bar and in Pioneertown (Yucca Valley) on Thursday, October 11 at Pappy & Harriet's. All three shows are with the Israeli band Rock Four. Unlike the acoustic show MITM's doing at the House of Blues in Anaheim on September 28 with Riders On The Storm, these October shows will be electric!
BUTTERFLY PINNED was mixed and recorded at Shannon’s home studio and at Henson Studios (formerly A&M Studios) in Los Angeles, CA. Shannon (formerly of Cellophane) is the mastermind behind this new band. Doug Ardito (bass) and Josh Freese (drums) appear on the album. The touring line-up includes Lats (bass, formerly with Memento), Jay Curry (drums) and John Chase (guitar).
Revolver recently described the album as “…a slow, atmospheric album that recalls the glam shimmers of David Bowie (‘Under Your Shadow’), the whispers, falsettos and mellotron-induced psychedelia of Sparklehorse (‘Perfect’), a nervous Interpol keyboard dance groove (‘Savior’), and a trip-out on the early Cure (‘Dot On My Soul’)…best sort of surprise.”
After Cellophane’s last record didn’t perform to Shannon’s expectations, he became disillusioned with the music industry and decided to pursue another passion, painting. His work has been acquired by celebrities such as Lindsay Lohan and author Jerry Stahl.
You can check out a gallery of his art on his website, www.shannoncrawford.com . One piece of art to point out is the album cover he created for Norma Jean’s highly successful REDEEMER album (of a crow pecking at the back of a little girl’s head!).

www.myspace.com/monsterinthemachine
www.monsterinthemachine.com.

Rockrgrl Magazine offer

I loved Rockrgrl, in fact I even wrote an article for them. So I'm passing this on to other Rockrgl fans. ~M

Hey folks!
Wanted to let you know that I have just finished setting up a PayPal system on the ROCKRGRL Magazine web site so for a limited time, you can purchase some of ROCKRGRL's best issues. There are 25 out of the original 57 printed between 1995 and 2005 available. The rest are completely sold out!
As it is, there are less than 100 left of the remaining issues. Some have gotten as much as $25.00 selling on eBay!
So if you want to own a piece of women's music history visit the ROCKRGRL web site - www.rockrgrl.com - and order a magazine or two. When these are gone, they are gone forever.
You don't need to be a PayPal member - just have a credit card handy and you're good to go!Hope you had a fantastic summer.

Rock on!
Carla DeSantisfounder/editor-in-chief
ROCKRGRL Magazine
www.rockrgrl.com
www.carladesantis.net

Crash Mansion to host Hybrid Thursdays

CRASH MANSION, DOWNTOWN’S NEWEST NIGHTCLUB LAUNCHES HYBRID EVERY THURSDAY
Grand Opening Celebration This Thursday, September 20, 2007
Featuring Rocker DAVE NAVARRO and DJ SKRIBBLE and JES CD Release Party

WHAT: Crash Mansion LA launches Hybrid, a mash up of the electronic deejay culture, rock with live guitars and freestyle of hip hop beats and drums. Each week Crash Mansion LA will be mashing up the offspring of two different breeds, varieties and styles of music under one rocking roof!
The Grand Opening of Hybrid will take place this Thursday, Sept. 20 and feature Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction/Panic Channel) on guitar and DJ Skribble (MTV) on the decks. The night will also include JES’ “Disconnect” CD release party (currently on tour with Tiesto), a 2X4 set by Jeff Bomb and Swedish Egil broadcast live on Grooveradio.com and Vee-jay’s Victorious & Lucky Mohawk of Mutaytor.

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007
9PM- 2AM

WHERE: Crash Mansion
1024 South Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90015

TICKETS: $17.00 in advance/ $20.00 day of show
Tickets are available at Want Tickets www.wantickets.com or by calling Crash Mansion ticket office at (213) 747-0999.

OTHER: Located in the historic downtown Los Angeles Arts District, Crash Mansion LA
is an upscale, full-service live music venue and event facility. The 14,000 square-foot nightclub features superior sound, state-of-the-art lighting and live music nightly. Owned by the Bowery Restaurant Group, Crash Mansion NYC has hosted an impressive array of musicians over the last four years including Beyonce, Janet Jackson, Norah Jones, Joss Stone, Usher, Gavin DeGraw, The Rapture, The Fray, Public Enemy, Wyclef Jean and Le Tigre and has been the set for Donald Trump’s The Apprentice, Sex And The City, Law and Order and more. For additional information on downtown LA’s newest nightlife addition, go to www.crashmansionla.com.

COMING SOON:
9/27 Jason Tyler record release party with Larry Tee (NYC Electo legend)
10/4 Celebrity Uniform fashion show, George Sarah and the string section (electronic
keyboard, violin, cellos)
10/11 BIRTHDAY BASH with Tommy Lee and Dj Aero (turntable set), Charles Feelgood, Scooter & Lavelle, Highpockets and Sid Z.
10/18 The Mutaytor Live (electronic keyboards, drums and fire)

Fret House announces concerts

Upcoming concerts at The Fret house

sat sep 22nd
Jamie Laval & Ashley Broder http://www.myspace.com/jamielavalandashleybroder

sun sep 23rd
fiddle and mandolin workshops w/Jamie Laval & Ashley Broder 12:30 & 2pm details at www.frethouse.com

sat sep 29th
Del Casher http://delcasher.com/

sat oct 13th
Rick Shea/Tom Corbett http://rickshea.net/ http://www.tomcorbett.net/

sat oct 20th
Bluesapalooza http://www.bluesapalooza.org/index.htm
1pm Devon Reeves http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?
3pm Stan West http://www.stanwest.com/
5pm Bernie Pearl http://www.berniepearl.com/

sat oct 27th
$20
John Stewart http://www.chillywinds.com/

sat nov 10th
Jake La Botz http://www.jakelabotz.com/

sat nov 17th
$20
Laurence Juber http://laurencejuber.com/juber/bio.html

sat nov 24th
We Five http://www.wefive.net/

The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina Ca 91723
626 339 7020
frethouse@earthlink.net
www.frethouse.com
all shows 8pm and $15 unless otherwise noted

Kaz Murphy to perform in Culver City

Kaz Murphy is a well-traveled singer/songwriter with a knack for reinventing his music. Stirring the pot of the rich Los Angeles roots rock scene for the last two years, Murphy emerges with Home for Misfits, an album that reaches across the pop/country divide. This special performance with Rich McCulley, will be held at The Cinema Bar on Saturday, October 6th at 10:00 p.m.

Weaned on Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Bobby Gentry and Leadbelly, Murphy sets aside his alt-country leanings to cross back to his Lovin’ Spoonful / Simon & Garfunkel / Mamas and the Papas roots. With a voice as distinct as Tom Petty, John Prine, David Byrne or Dylan, Murphy has coined an album with a classic rock mood – and a current pop/Latin edge — a highly melodic, rhythmic roots rock album with a nod to his ‘60s and ‘70s pop heroes.

Murphy’s new album Home for Misfits will be released in the fall of 2007. For this album Murphy retreated to the studio, spending almost two years writing new material. Culling from the wealth of talent that is the LA music scene, Murphy and co-producer Rich McCulley enlisted support in the studio from Murphy’s long-time band members Brian Young (Fountains of Wayne, Ivy), John Skibic and Sully Sullivan (Ivy, Twilight Singers), and wife Jacqueline Grad, along with McCulley, Amy Farris, Kip Boardman, John McDuffie and Duane Jarvis. What have emerged are Kaz’s best work yet, a sonically rich and emotionally compelling collection of songs that share the stories of ordinary people gone awry; Home for Misfits authentically examines through carefully taken long-shots and close-ups, the misfit that lingers in all of us.



Where: Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
When: Saturday, October 6th at 10:00PM
FREE

Hatebreed promotes Trig.com

JAMEY JASTA, SINGER OF HATEBREED, JOINS FORCES WITH TRIG.COM

Trig.com is a site for people to network with their favorite bands, friends, and new people who share the same interests, as well as people who want to express their more creative side. Trig is also an invaluable online tool; created by musicians, for musicians.

A band that clearly sees the potential of Trig.com in full is Hatebreed. Vocalist, Jamey Jasta, who has joined forces with Trig.com as an ambassador for the site says: “Trig gives me everything I need in a social networking site, both as a regular user and as a musician. Trig.com is really responsive to ideas from their users, too, which is one of the reasons I see it as the next big thing on the Internet.”

Click the invite links below to join the revolution…

http://trig.com/hatebreed/invite
http://trig.com/jameyjasta/invite

Latin Recording Academy announces Lifetime Achievement Award recipients

Recipients of the 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award and Trustees Award were announced today by The Latin Recording Academy®. Alberto Cortez, Lucho Gatica, Olga Guillot, Los Tigres del Norte, Os Paralamas do Sucesso and Chavela Vargas will receive The Latin Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award. João Araújo, Leopoldo Federico, and Fernando Hernández will be honored with the Trustees Award. Recipients of these awards will be acknowledged at a special ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. Under the overall production of Mary Black and the musical direction of Maestro Oscar Stagnaro, a special Berklee School of Music Latin Ensemble will perform a musical tribute to the honorees.
"Representing many genres from countries across the globe — from the Americas to Europe — these recipients have reached the status of living legends of Latin music," said Gabriel Abaroa, President of The Latin Recording Academy. "Through their inspiring passion, craft and vision, they have made significant contributions and improvements to the overall condition of Latin culture. The Board of Trustees of The Latin Recording Academy is extremely proud and honored to pay tribute to these creative forces as true pioneers of their time."
Lifetime Achievement Awards: This Special Award is presented by vote of The Latin Recording Academy's Trustees to performers who, during their lifetimes, have made creative contributions of outstanding artistic significance to the field of recording.
Argentine singer/songwriter Alberto Cortez was only 12 years old when he wrote "Un Cigarillo, La Lluvia Y Tú," a composition that showcased his maturity and wisdom at a young age. Fifty-five years later, he has established himself as one of the most poetic songwriters in the Spanish language. His debut album came in 1960 and from then on, he produced dozens of hits including "Mi Arbol Y Yo," "En Un Rincón Del Alma," and "Cuando Un Amigo Se Va." Cortez has lived in Madrid since 1964 and today, he continues to tour and perform for thousands of fans around the world.
Born in Chile, Luis "Lucho" Gatica has enjoyed international success and earned recognition as the bolero king after relocating to Mexico in the late '50s. He has released more than 50 albums and has performed in many concerts all over the world. His versions of standards such as "El Reloj," "Contigo En La Distancia," "La Barca," and "No Me Platiques Mas" are renowned among bolero connoisseurs. Gatica is currently recording a celebration album and continues to act as a judge on the Chilean version of the hit television show "American Idol."
Olga Guillot, the bolero queen (a title earned over the course of 52 best-selling albums) debuted the now renowned classic "La Gloria Eres Tú" in 1946. A few years later she went on to record "Miénteme" and "Tú Me Acostumbraste," which became hits across Latin America and earned her three consecutive
awards in Cuba. In the early '60s, she settled in Mexico where she has appeared in a dozen films. In 1964, she became the first Latin artist to perform at New York's Carnegie Hall and throughout her illustrious and still active career, she has received numerous accolades from around the world.
Born in Rosa Morada, Mexico, and later relocated to San Jose, Calif., Los Tigres del Norte began a career that has spanned more than three decades. The group adopted a modern approach to songwriting, emphasizing contemporary social themes common to Mexican-Americans following the tradition of the popular "Corridos." Since being signed to Fonovisa Records in the '80s, Los Tigres del Norte have released more than 50 albums, recorded more than 500 songs, appeared in more than 12 films and performed to thousands of fans throughout the United States, Mexico, Latin America, Europe and Asia. In 1987 they won their first GRAMMY® Award and they have received three Latin GRAMMY® Awards.
Brazilian rock icons Os Paralamas do Sucesso came together in the '70s to form a group that would combine elements of Caribbean, pop, reggae, rock and ska. Coupled with sophisticated, politically conscious lyrics, their unique sound would attract fans throughout South America. The band has recorded 14 albums and classic hits such as "Mensagem De Amor" and "Uma Brasileira" remain vital and alive as the band continues to record and perform to this day.
Born in Costa Rica, Chavela Vargas moved to Mexico at age 14 to pursue a career in music. It was not until her early 40s that she collaborated with ranchera master José Alfredo Jiménez on the first of her 80 albums. She embraced and transcended this male-dominated genre by dressing in men's clothes, smoking cigars and wooing female audiences with her provocative singing and records, which include classics such as "La Llorona" and "Paloma Negra." Rediscovered by Oscar®-winning director/producer Pedro Almodóvar in the mid-1990s, her recordings can be heard in films such as Alejandro González Iñarritu's Babel, and Julie Taymor's Frida.
Trustees Award: This Special Award is presented by vote of The Latin Recording Academy's Trustees to individuals who, during their careers in music, have made significant contributions, other than performance, to the field of recording.
At the age of 15, João Araújo, a Brazilian talented businessman began working for the Polygram record label in Brazil and since then has launched, produced, and promoted virtually every big name in Brazilian music, including Bahian News, Gal Costa , Djavan, Tamba Trio, Caetano Veloso, and Ronnie Von. At the end of the '70s, he formed Som Livre — the label of Globo TV — which produced, promoted and distributed the soundtracks of the popular genre telenovelas. Araújo built a music powerhouse in Brazil that has had astounding success in Europe and the United States, as well. Recently, he has been elected as Honorary Chairman of the Recording Industry Association of Brazil (ABPD).
Tango master Leopoldo Federico began his career playing with a barrio orchestra in his native Argentina playing the bandoneón — an accordion-like instrument that characterizes the tango genre. He has toured all over the world with his own orchestra as well as played with many outstanding tango icons such as Astor Piazzola, Atilio Stampone and Julio Sosa. Among the approximately 80 compositions he has written are memorable tango anthems such as "Cabulero," "Capricho Otoñal," and "Sentimental Y Canyengue." Today, he continues to have an active role in advocating for artist rights in Argentina as President of AADI, the Argentine Association of Performers.
Music executive Fernando Hernández has been an instrumental figure in the history of the Mexican recording industry, working with record labels such as CBS, BMG, EMI Capitol, Universal, Polygram, and Rodven. He has worked with chart-topping artists such as Chayanne, Rocío Dúrcal, Alejandro Fernández and Ricky Martin and signed giant acts such as Juan Gabriel, Emmanuel, Ana Gabriel and José José, among many others. Hernández has made significant contributions to the development of the grupero movement, the rock en español genre, and the popularization of salsa in Mexico. He is the current President of the Mexican Recording Industry Association (AMPROFON).
The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers and other creative and technical recording professionals. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music and its makers. In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the recorded arts and sciences, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach programs for the Latin music community. For more information about The Latin Recording Academy, please visit www.grammy.com.

Women On The Move CD release party

The CD release concert is set for Women On The Move's new CD, "BEAUTIFUL."
Cal Tech Folk Music Society is hosting the artists at an acoustic concert of the songs from their CD at the Beckman Institute Auditorium on Saturday, September 22 at 8:00 PM. The artists will be using ticket and CD sales to assist Haven House, a Pasade