Greetings Friends,
As you may have heard, a few months ago one of my best friends and guitar played in the Aluminum Marshmallow was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He's been undergoing chemotherapy and determined to beat it. He is fortunate to have a strong and supportive family and a network of close friends.
In addition to your prayers and positive thoughts there is a fund raising project going on to help Greg and Diane Pineda deal with all their medical expenses. It's been put together by our friends The Sheds (band) and their parents Colleen and Harold, called Gig4Greg.
So I'm helping get the word out by contacting all my friends, romans and countrymen.
We are asking for a minimum donation of $10. In return you'll receive a guitar pick inscribed "Gig4Greg" hung from a leather necklace or bracelet. You can view them at:
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=416326321
If you'd like to participate, you can send check or cash to me and I'll gladly ship the pick.
Sincerely,
Tom Behrens
678 Mariposa Av
Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
-OR-
Sue Behrens
670 Mariposa Av
Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Upcoming concerts at the Fret House
Upcoming Concerts @ The Fret House
Sat Oct 11th
$15
Steve Trovato & Carl Verheyen
http://www.stevetrovato.com/
http://www.carlverheyen.com/
Sat Oct 18th
Bluesapalooza Downtown Covina
http://www.bluesapalooza.org/
Sat Oct 25
$15
Richard Gilewitz
http://www.richardgilewitz.com/
Sat Nov 15
$15
Jeff Linsky
http://www.jefflinsky.com/
Sat Nov 22
$20
Laurence Juber
http://www.laurencejuber.com/
Sun dec 7th
$15
Guy Van Duserall
shows 8pm
The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina 91723
626/339-7020
frethouse@earthlink.net
www.frethouse.com
Sat Oct 11th
$15
Steve Trovato & Carl Verheyen
http://www.stevetrovato.com/
http://www.carlverheyen.com/
Sat Oct 18th
Bluesapalooza Downtown Covina
http://www.bluesapalooza.org/
Sat Oct 25
$15
Richard Gilewitz
http://www.richardgilewitz.com/
Sat Nov 15
$15
Jeff Linsky
http://www.jefflinsky.com/
Sat Nov 22
$20
Laurence Juber
http://www.laurencejuber.com/
Sun dec 7th
$15
Guy Van Duserall
shows 8pm
The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina 91723
626/339-7020
frethouse@earthlink.net
www.frethouse.com
Lukas Haas' debut EP is out today
Singer/Songwriter/Actor Lukas Haas will release his debut EP on September 30th, 2008 with Pulse Recording. The self-titled EP, to be sold online, was produced by Tim Anderson of Ima Robot. The song “We’re All the Same” will be offered as part of a free promotion on Amazon.com from October 21st – 27th. A full album is due out in early 2009 and features collaborations and guest appearances from artists such as Ben Harper, Chris Cester (Jet) and Blake Sennett (Rilo Kiley).
Haas’ music is defined by lush melodies and orchestral elements that draw upon his influences that include the Beatles, who his father introduced him to as a child. While many know Lukas as an award-winning actor, he is also building a faithful following for his music after a series of shows in NY and LA. The EP will feature 4 original songs, including “Kemp”, “We’re All the Same”, “Feel” and “My Shooting Star”.
Haas sees each song as a narrative or mini-movie drawing on “scenes” from his own life. “Kemp” tells the story of a chance meeting with a girl who he says “in a moment struck him” inspiring him to write a song about the one innocent night they shared. “My Shooting Star,” Haas explains, “is about getting older, looking back on life and then looking forward…it’s a hopeful song that encompasses my past.”
Haas is an award-winning actor who has starred on Broadway, in films and on television working with such directors as Steven Spielberg (Amazing Stories), Peter Weir (Witness), Mike Nichols (Waiting for Godot), Tim Burton (Mars Attacks!), Woody Allen (Everyone Says I Love You), Gus Van Zant (Last Days) and Rian Johnson (Brick). He regularly plays music in both his own and others’ films such as “Gus Van Sant’s Last Days”, David Arquette’s horror satire, “The Tripper”, “Breakfast of Champions” and in Leonardo DiCaprio’s environmental documentary “The Eleventh Hour.”
“Playing music is when I’m most myself,” says Haas. “I’m not acting. I’m talking about my loves, my losses, experiences that have affected me, and the things that are most important to me.”
Haas received his first drum set when he was 10, a keyboard at 11 and was writing his own music before he was 18. After moving from Austin, TX to Los Angeles, he played in several bands eventually forming the band Bunny with director/musician Vincent Gallo. Since then, Haas has collaborated with a number of different artists. He has opened for Macy Gray and played piano on her albums. After befriending OutKast’s Andre Benjamin, Lukas appeared in the rap duo’s video for “Roses,” going on to perform with the group on Late Night with David Letterman and MTV’s Total Request Live.
Additionally, Lukas’s passion for raising awareness about environmental issues has connected him with Causecast, a powerful online social medium that connects nonprofits, leaders, celebrities and brands to those who want to make a positive impact on the world. Lukas will work closely with the newly launched website (www.causecast.org) on various promotions and events.
About Pulse Recording:
Pulse was founded by Josh Abraham, Jason Bernard and CFO Scott Adair as a multi-faceted entertainment company complete with a management unit, record label and a recording studio. The innovative one-stop new model music company expanded its management operation with the addition of noted music industry veteran Marc Pollack and longtime manager David Surnow. Pulse recently signed an exclusive distribution deal with Fontana, the independent distribution arm of Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company.
About Causecast:
Causecast is a powerful online social medium that connects nonprofits, leaders, celebrities and brands to those who want to make a positive impact on the world. The site educates and entertains using original content and – most importantly – inspires people to get involved with the issues they want to support, in the ways they want to support them. Only on Causecast do media, social networking and philanthropy all converge in an unexpected and unparalleled way. Causecast helps make it easy for you to give back and make doing good your own. Causecast is also the only outlet that provides real-time daily coverage of cause-related news from around the world.
For more information and updates please visit www.myspace.com/lukashaas
The EP will be released 9/30/08 by Pulse Recording
Haas’ music is defined by lush melodies and orchestral elements that draw upon his influences that include the Beatles, who his father introduced him to as a child. While many know Lukas as an award-winning actor, he is also building a faithful following for his music after a series of shows in NY and LA. The EP will feature 4 original songs, including “Kemp”, “We’re All the Same”, “Feel” and “My Shooting Star”.
Haas sees each song as a narrative or mini-movie drawing on “scenes” from his own life. “Kemp” tells the story of a chance meeting with a girl who he says “in a moment struck him” inspiring him to write a song about the one innocent night they shared. “My Shooting Star,” Haas explains, “is about getting older, looking back on life and then looking forward…it’s a hopeful song that encompasses my past.”
Haas is an award-winning actor who has starred on Broadway, in films and on television working with such directors as Steven Spielberg (Amazing Stories), Peter Weir (Witness), Mike Nichols (Waiting for Godot), Tim Burton (Mars Attacks!), Woody Allen (Everyone Says I Love You), Gus Van Zant (Last Days) and Rian Johnson (Brick). He regularly plays music in both his own and others’ films such as “Gus Van Sant’s Last Days”, David Arquette’s horror satire, “The Tripper”, “Breakfast of Champions” and in Leonardo DiCaprio’s environmental documentary “The Eleventh Hour.”
“Playing music is when I’m most myself,” says Haas. “I’m not acting. I’m talking about my loves, my losses, experiences that have affected me, and the things that are most important to me.”
Haas received his first drum set when he was 10, a keyboard at 11 and was writing his own music before he was 18. After moving from Austin, TX to Los Angeles, he played in several bands eventually forming the band Bunny with director/musician Vincent Gallo. Since then, Haas has collaborated with a number of different artists. He has opened for Macy Gray and played piano on her albums. After befriending OutKast’s Andre Benjamin, Lukas appeared in the rap duo’s video for “Roses,” going on to perform with the group on Late Night with David Letterman and MTV’s Total Request Live.
Additionally, Lukas’s passion for raising awareness about environmental issues has connected him with Causecast, a powerful online social medium that connects nonprofits, leaders, celebrities and brands to those who want to make a positive impact on the world. Lukas will work closely with the newly launched website (www.causecast.org) on various promotions and events.
About Pulse Recording:
Pulse was founded by Josh Abraham, Jason Bernard and CFO Scott Adair as a multi-faceted entertainment company complete with a management unit, record label and a recording studio. The innovative one-stop new model music company expanded its management operation with the addition of noted music industry veteran Marc Pollack and longtime manager David Surnow. Pulse recently signed an exclusive distribution deal with Fontana, the independent distribution arm of Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company.
About Causecast:
Causecast is a powerful online social medium that connects nonprofits, leaders, celebrities and brands to those who want to make a positive impact on the world. The site educates and entertains using original content and – most importantly – inspires people to get involved with the issues they want to support, in the ways they want to support them. Only on Causecast do media, social networking and philanthropy all converge in an unexpected and unparalleled way. Causecast helps make it easy for you to give back and make doing good your own. Causecast is also the only outlet that provides real-time daily coverage of cause-related news from around the world.
For more information and updates please visit www.myspace.com/lukashaas
The EP will be released 9/30/08 by Pulse Recording
The So So Glos on tour
The SO SO GLOS are four brothers who play the punk rock and roll that they believe in.
Originally from Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, they now live at the Market Hotel in Bushwick- a space they founded that is both their home and community. Brews, smokes and music blasting, the J train crushing along the tracks outside, non-stop. That is their music: aggressive, urgent, and immediate- political and poetic because it has to be.
But these Brooklyn kids aren’t just touting the same old punk; Graced with electro MPC breaks, surf sounds, gang vox, and a little tambo it sounds fresh. Still though, after the rubble settles and the smoke clears, its unmistakenly punk rock in its spirit.
They started the infamous Market Hotel venue with promoter Todd P because they felt, with the DIY scene getting stronger; Brooklyn needed a larger all ages DIY venue. They were right- The Hotel has gone to host some of the best bands of now (No Age, The Black Lips, Dan Deacon) and some of the most legendary NYC parties in recent memory. Never content to play hometown heroes The SO SO GLOS self-released their S/T full length in 2007 and supported it with DIY touring at house parties and punk clubs all around the US.
In August The SO SO GLOS recorded "TOURISM / TERRORISM" at Staten Islands SOR studios with Adam Reich producing and mixing done by Spidey (Ghostface Killah).
At 27 minutes long, the record is somewhere between an EP and an album. It was made a shortplayer "for the trigger happy iPod generation" half-jokes 21 year old lead singer Alex Levine with a grin. These guys are for real.The SO SO GLOS will begin a new tour in October, with dates lasting until everyone f@cking gets it.
US Dates
Sep 26 2008 8:00P Park Avenue Armory (FREE, ALL-AGES) New York, New York
Sep 27 2008 8:00P Fordham University w/ Des Ark, Bad Credit No Credit The Bronx, New York
Oct 9 2008 8:00P TBA w/ The Nymphet[te]s! Aretha Snakes! Amherst, Massachusetts
Oct 16 2008 8:00P SMOG @ Bard College Annandale, New York
Oct 17 2008 8:00P TBA Bronxville, New York
Oct 18 2008 8:00P The Market Hotel w/ Titus Andronicus Brooklyn, New York
Oct 21 2008 8:00P Santos Party House New York, New York
Oct 22 2008 8:00P Shambles Haus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Oct 23 2008 8:00P TBA Grand Rapids, Michigan
Oct 24 2008 8:00P 1624 N. Harrison St. Fort Wayne, Indiana
Oct 25 2008 11:00P Prop Thtr w/ TBA Chicago, Illinois
Oct 26 2008 8:00P TBA Chicago, Illinois
Oct 27 2008 8:00P Reggie’s Rock Club (17+) Chicago, Illinois
Oct 28 2008 8:00P TBA Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Oct 29 2008 8:00P TBA Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oct 30 2008 8:00P TBA Des Moines, Iowa
Oct 31 2008 8:00P TBA Omaha, Nebraska
Nov 1 2008 8:00P TBA Kansas City, Missouri
Nov 3 2008 8:00P TBA Denver, Colorado
Nov 4 2008 8:00P UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Utah
Nov 6 2008 8:00P Josephine w/ The Raggedy Anns Seattle, Washington
Nov 7 2008 8:00P Holy Mountain w/ The Raggedy Anns Seattle, Washington
Nov 8 2008 8:00P The Coop (PC-PDX!) w/ The Taxpayers, Francis Brady Portland, Oregon
Nov 9 2008 8:00P Wedgwood w/ The Rotaways, The Mean Jeans Portland, Oregon
Nov 10 2008 8:00P TBA Arcata, California
Nov 11 2008 8:00P TBA Baybay, California
Nov 12 2008 8:00P TBA Baybay, California
Nov 13 2008 8:00P Pitzer College w/ Pizza! Los Angeles, California
Nov 14 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 15 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 16 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 17 2008 8:00P Crane’s Hollywood Tavern w/ The Lieutenants, Ned Casual Los Angeles, California
Nov 18 2008 8:00PPOP! Boutique San Diego, California
Nov 19 2008 8:00P TBA Phoenix, Arizona
Nov 21 2008 8:00P TBA Austin, Texas
Nov 22 2008 8:00PTBA New Orleans, Louisiana
Nov 24 2008 8:00 Greencup Books w/ p.s. eliot, Spells Birmingham, Alabama
Nov 25 2008 8:00P Drunken Unicorn w/ Pink Police Atlanta, Georgia
Nov 26 2008 8:00P TBA Asheville, North Carolina
Nov 28 2008 8:00P TBA Baltimore, Maryland
Nov 29 2008 8:00P Silent Barn w/ Radiates, Lidia Stone, more Ridgewood, New York
http://myspace.com/sosoglos
Originally from Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, they now live at the Market Hotel in Bushwick- a space they founded that is both their home and community. Brews, smokes and music blasting, the J train crushing along the tracks outside, non-stop. That is their music: aggressive, urgent, and immediate- political and poetic because it has to be.
But these Brooklyn kids aren’t just touting the same old punk; Graced with electro MPC breaks, surf sounds, gang vox, and a little tambo it sounds fresh. Still though, after the rubble settles and the smoke clears, its unmistakenly punk rock in its spirit.
They started the infamous Market Hotel venue with promoter Todd P because they felt, with the DIY scene getting stronger; Brooklyn needed a larger all ages DIY venue. They were right- The Hotel has gone to host some of the best bands of now (No Age, The Black Lips, Dan Deacon) and some of the most legendary NYC parties in recent memory. Never content to play hometown heroes The SO SO GLOS self-released their S/T full length in 2007 and supported it with DIY touring at house parties and punk clubs all around the US.
In August The SO SO GLOS recorded "TOURISM / TERRORISM" at Staten Islands SOR studios with Adam Reich producing and mixing done by Spidey (Ghostface Killah).
At 27 minutes long, the record is somewhere between an EP and an album. It was made a shortplayer "for the trigger happy iPod generation" half-jokes 21 year old lead singer Alex Levine with a grin. These guys are for real.The SO SO GLOS will begin a new tour in October, with dates lasting until everyone f@cking gets it.
US Dates
Sep 26 2008 8:00P Park Avenue Armory (FREE, ALL-AGES) New York, New York
Sep 27 2008 8:00P Fordham University w/ Des Ark, Bad Credit No Credit The Bronx, New York
Oct 9 2008 8:00P TBA w/ The Nymphet[te]s! Aretha Snakes! Amherst, Massachusetts
Oct 16 2008 8:00P SMOG @ Bard College Annandale, New York
Oct 17 2008 8:00P TBA Bronxville, New York
Oct 18 2008 8:00P The Market Hotel w/ Titus Andronicus Brooklyn, New York
Oct 21 2008 8:00P Santos Party House New York, New York
Oct 22 2008 8:00P Shambles Haus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Oct 23 2008 8:00P TBA Grand Rapids, Michigan
Oct 24 2008 8:00P 1624 N. Harrison St. Fort Wayne, Indiana
Oct 25 2008 11:00P Prop Thtr w/ TBA Chicago, Illinois
Oct 26 2008 8:00P TBA Chicago, Illinois
Oct 27 2008 8:00P Reggie’s Rock Club (17+) Chicago, Illinois
Oct 28 2008 8:00P TBA Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Oct 29 2008 8:00P TBA Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oct 30 2008 8:00P TBA Des Moines, Iowa
Oct 31 2008 8:00P TBA Omaha, Nebraska
Nov 1 2008 8:00P TBA Kansas City, Missouri
Nov 3 2008 8:00P TBA Denver, Colorado
Nov 4 2008 8:00P UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Utah
Nov 6 2008 8:00P Josephine w/ The Raggedy Anns Seattle, Washington
Nov 7 2008 8:00P Holy Mountain w/ The Raggedy Anns Seattle, Washington
Nov 8 2008 8:00P The Coop (PC-PDX!) w/ The Taxpayers, Francis Brady Portland, Oregon
Nov 9 2008 8:00P Wedgwood w/ The Rotaways, The Mean Jeans Portland, Oregon
Nov 10 2008 8:00P TBA Arcata, California
Nov 11 2008 8:00P TBA Baybay, California
Nov 12 2008 8:00P TBA Baybay, California
Nov 13 2008 8:00P Pitzer College w/ Pizza! Los Angeles, California
Nov 14 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 15 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 16 2008 8:00P TBA Los Angeles, California
Nov 17 2008 8:00P Crane’s Hollywood Tavern w/ The Lieutenants, Ned Casual Los Angeles, California
Nov 18 2008 8:00PPOP! Boutique San Diego, California
Nov 19 2008 8:00P TBA Phoenix, Arizona
Nov 21 2008 8:00P TBA Austin, Texas
Nov 22 2008 8:00PTBA New Orleans, Louisiana
Nov 24 2008 8:00 Greencup Books w/ p.s. eliot, Spells Birmingham, Alabama
Nov 25 2008 8:00P Drunken Unicorn w/ Pink Police Atlanta, Georgia
Nov 26 2008 8:00P TBA Asheville, North Carolina
Nov 28 2008 8:00P TBA Baltimore, Maryland
Nov 29 2008 8:00P Silent Barn w/ Radiates, Lidia Stone, more Ridgewood, New York
http://myspace.com/sosoglos
Dirty on Purpose on tour with The Wedding Present and New Year
Dirty on Purpose are heading out on the road with two of their heroes --The Wedding Present and the New Year (ex-Bedhead)!
Check them out at the following dates:
Tour Dates w/ The Wedding Present
September 29 @ Turf Club (St. Paul, Minnesota)
September 30 @ High Noon Saloon (Madison, Wisconsin)
October 1 @ Empty Bottle (Chicago, Illinois)
October 2 @ Pike Room (Pontiac, Michigan)
October 3 @ Lee's Palace (Toronto, Ontario)
Pop Montreal Festival
October 5 @ La Sala Rossa w/ Liam Finn & The Veils (Montreal, Quebec)
Tour Dates w/ The New Year
October 9 @ Johnny Brenda's (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
October 10 @ Music Hall of Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York)
October 11 @ Middle East (Boston, Massachusetts)
October 12 @ Living Room (Providence, Rhode Island)
Check out Dirty on Purpose's MySpace for complete details, music and more...
http://www.myspace.com/dirtyonpurpose
Check them out at the following dates:
Tour Dates w/ The Wedding Present
September 29 @ Turf Club (St. Paul, Minnesota)
September 30 @ High Noon Saloon (Madison, Wisconsin)
October 1 @ Empty Bottle (Chicago, Illinois)
October 2 @ Pike Room (Pontiac, Michigan)
October 3 @ Lee's Palace (Toronto, Ontario)
Pop Montreal Festival
October 5 @ La Sala Rossa w/ Liam Finn & The Veils (Montreal, Quebec)
Tour Dates w/ The New Year
October 9 @ Johnny Brenda's (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
October 10 @ Music Hall of Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York)
October 11 @ Middle East (Boston, Massachusetts)
October 12 @ Living Room (Providence, Rhode Island)
Check out Dirty on Purpose's MySpace for complete details, music and more...
http://www.myspace.com/dirtyonpurpose
The Rumble Strips to tour in support of debut release
In ‘Girls and Weather’, The Rumble Strips have recorded a truly classic debut album. With their somewhat eccentric origins in Devon, the four young men from Tavistock have fashioned a set of songs steeped with huge, life-affirming choruses all awash with the optimism of youth.
This is a band whose sound and look is entirely their own: thundering drums and piano, brass to stir the soul and singer Charlie Waller’s voice – a thing of rare beauty and power suggesting the arrival of a genuine new star.
Among the band’s most passionate fans is producer du jour, Mark Ronson. Having heard Rumble Strips’ spine tingling reworking of Amy Winehouse’s ‘Back to Black’, Ronson fell in love with the band. He promptly invited Charlie to sing lead vocals at his acclaimed BBC Electric Proms performance at the London Roundhouse last year, with Charlie’s performance widely declared the highlight of the evening.
Further guest appearances have followed as Ronson and Charlie’s relationship has blossomed, including their first American appearance together when Mark flew Charlie out to Coachella to share the stage with him.
”Girls and Weather” opens with Charlie hollering as if his life depended on it, “I ain’t got no soul”. What follows is 12 songs bristling with energy, frantic rhythms, wide-eyed yearning and certainly no little soul.
Indeed, the Young Soul Rebel spirit of the singles ‘Alarm Clock’ and ‘Motorcycle’ is evident on the album, but the record also takes in a range of less expected (but no less profound) influences: the gorgeous harmonies are born out of the band’s love of 1950s doo-wop, whilst the epic nature of Charlie’s song writing recalls the oddball genius of both Adam Ant and Queen (as imagined by the Stax house band).
Elsewhere, the brass on ‘Oh Creole’ is like a rousing, doom laden Van Morrison classic, whilst the E Street holler of ‘Hate Me (You Do)’ owes it’s anthemic quality to Tom Gorbutt’s inspired saxophone opening. Clocking in under two minutes, August single ‘Girls and Boy in Love’ is all hand clap rhythms, Motown piano and gorgeous, bitter sweet melodies - a festival anthem for certain.
Recalling the achingly close, three part harmonies of Rubber Soul era Beatles, ‘Don’t Dumb Down’ is a scathing tale of faking to impress. Key lyrics: “You don’t come from London do you? / But, sometimes you sound like you do / What the hell is that all about?”
The album closes with arguably it’s strongest moment. Built around a huge, Talking Heads-esque piano rhythm, ‘Hands’ is an extraordinary piece of song writing. Charlie’s almost spoken word delivery is like an anglicised Springsteen, as he talks of finding himself, “on the hard shoulder of the motorway / to my feet I tried to complain / but I don’t think they were listening”, as the song build to almighty crescendo.
The Rumble Strips are a truly special group: Pure, sad and romantic. Theirs are songs that strike a chord with the masses, whilst remaining enigmatic and standing alone from the crowd.
The Rumble Strips are:
CHARLES WALLER – Vox / Guitar
MATTHEW WHEELER - drums
HENRY CLARK – keys / trumpet
THOMAS GORBUTT – Sax / bass
Sam Mansbridge - Bass/ Percussion
2008 US Fall Tour
10/2/2008 Princeton, NJ Terrace Club
10/3/2008 Williamsburg, Brooklyn Sound Fix
10/4/2008 Philadelphia, PA Johnny Brenda's
10/5/2008 Washington, D.C. Black Cat
10/6/2008 Carrboro, NC Cat's Cradle
10/7/2008 Atlanta, GA The Earl
10/8/2008 Orlando, Fl The Social
10/9/2008 Tallahassee, FL Club Downunder
10/10/2008 New Orleans, LA House of Blues
10/11/2008 Austin, TX The Parish Room
10/14/2008 San Diego, CA Casbah
10/15/2008 Los Angeles, CA Spaceland
10/16/2008 San Francisco, CA Pop Scene
10/18/2008 Portland, OR Doug Fir Lounge
10/19/2008 Seattle, WA Chop Suey
10/20/2008 Vancouver, BC Media Club
10/23/2008 Minneapolis, MN 7th St. Entry
10/24/2008 Chicago, IL Abbey Pub
10/25/2008 Madison, WI Der Rathskellar
10/27/2008 Newport, KY Southgate House
10/28/2008 Detroit, MI Magic Stick
10/29/2008 Toronto, ON El Mocambo
10/30/2008 Montreal, QC Zoo Bizarre
10/31/2008 Cambridge, MA TT the Bears
11/1/2008 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom
www.rumblestrips.com.uk
www.myspace.com/rumblestripsuk
This is a band whose sound and look is entirely their own: thundering drums and piano, brass to stir the soul and singer Charlie Waller’s voice – a thing of rare beauty and power suggesting the arrival of a genuine new star.
Among the band’s most passionate fans is producer du jour, Mark Ronson. Having heard Rumble Strips’ spine tingling reworking of Amy Winehouse’s ‘Back to Black’, Ronson fell in love with the band. He promptly invited Charlie to sing lead vocals at his acclaimed BBC Electric Proms performance at the London Roundhouse last year, with Charlie’s performance widely declared the highlight of the evening.
Further guest appearances have followed as Ronson and Charlie’s relationship has blossomed, including their first American appearance together when Mark flew Charlie out to Coachella to share the stage with him.
”Girls and Weather” opens with Charlie hollering as if his life depended on it, “I ain’t got no soul”. What follows is 12 songs bristling with energy, frantic rhythms, wide-eyed yearning and certainly no little soul.
Indeed, the Young Soul Rebel spirit of the singles ‘Alarm Clock’ and ‘Motorcycle’ is evident on the album, but the record also takes in a range of less expected (but no less profound) influences: the gorgeous harmonies are born out of the band’s love of 1950s doo-wop, whilst the epic nature of Charlie’s song writing recalls the oddball genius of both Adam Ant and Queen (as imagined by the Stax house band).
Elsewhere, the brass on ‘Oh Creole’ is like a rousing, doom laden Van Morrison classic, whilst the E Street holler of ‘Hate Me (You Do)’ owes it’s anthemic quality to Tom Gorbutt’s inspired saxophone opening. Clocking in under two minutes, August single ‘Girls and Boy in Love’ is all hand clap rhythms, Motown piano and gorgeous, bitter sweet melodies - a festival anthem for certain.
Recalling the achingly close, three part harmonies of Rubber Soul era Beatles, ‘Don’t Dumb Down’ is a scathing tale of faking to impress. Key lyrics: “You don’t come from London do you? / But, sometimes you sound like you do / What the hell is that all about?”
The album closes with arguably it’s strongest moment. Built around a huge, Talking Heads-esque piano rhythm, ‘Hands’ is an extraordinary piece of song writing. Charlie’s almost spoken word delivery is like an anglicised Springsteen, as he talks of finding himself, “on the hard shoulder of the motorway / to my feet I tried to complain / but I don’t think they were listening”, as the song build to almighty crescendo.
The Rumble Strips are a truly special group: Pure, sad and romantic. Theirs are songs that strike a chord with the masses, whilst remaining enigmatic and standing alone from the crowd.
The Rumble Strips are:
CHARLES WALLER – Vox / Guitar
MATTHEW WHEELER - drums
HENRY CLARK – keys / trumpet
THOMAS GORBUTT – Sax / bass
Sam Mansbridge - Bass/ Percussion
2008 US Fall Tour
10/2/2008 Princeton, NJ Terrace Club
10/3/2008 Williamsburg, Brooklyn Sound Fix
10/4/2008 Philadelphia, PA Johnny Brenda's
10/5/2008 Washington, D.C. Black Cat
10/6/2008 Carrboro, NC Cat's Cradle
10/7/2008 Atlanta, GA The Earl
10/8/2008 Orlando, Fl The Social
10/9/2008 Tallahassee, FL Club Downunder
10/10/2008 New Orleans, LA House of Blues
10/11/2008 Austin, TX The Parish Room
10/14/2008 San Diego, CA Casbah
10/15/2008 Los Angeles, CA Spaceland
10/16/2008 San Francisco, CA Pop Scene
10/18/2008 Portland, OR Doug Fir Lounge
10/19/2008 Seattle, WA Chop Suey
10/20/2008 Vancouver, BC Media Club
10/23/2008 Minneapolis, MN 7th St. Entry
10/24/2008 Chicago, IL Abbey Pub
10/25/2008 Madison, WI Der Rathskellar
10/27/2008 Newport, KY Southgate House
10/28/2008 Detroit, MI Magic Stick
10/29/2008 Toronto, ON El Mocambo
10/30/2008 Montreal, QC Zoo Bizarre
10/31/2008 Cambridge, MA TT the Bears
11/1/2008 New York, NY Bowery Ballroom
www.rumblestrips.com.uk
www.myspace.com/rumblestripsuk
Grand Ole Opry to honor Little Jimmy Dickens
The Grand Ole Opry® presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® will honor its longest-standing member, Little Jimmy Dickens, with a Signature Show celebrating the Country Music Hall of Fame member’s 60th Opry Anniversary on Sat., Nov. 1 at the Grand Ole Opry House.
Among the artists scheduled to participate in the celebration are friends and fellow Opry members Trace Adkins, George Jones, and Brad Paisley.
Introduced by Roy Acuff in 1948, Dickens-- always decked in his rhinestone-studded suits-- has entertained Opry audiences with a succession of hits such as “A-Sleeping at the Foot of the Bed,” “Out Behind The Barn,” “Take an Old Cold Tater And Wait” (the song that prompted Hank Williams to dub him “Tater”), “May The Bird of Paradise Fly up Your Nose,” “Country Boy,” and “The Violet and the Rose” as well as his trademark comedic timing. The legendary entertainer shares a kinship with the entire Opry family and the country music community, including Adkins, whom he invited to join the Opry from atop a kitchen ladder on the Opry stage in 2003; Jones, with whom he has shared stages for 50 years; and Paisley, who has invited him to appear in a number of award-winning music videos.
“Jimmy Dickens is uniquely and forever tied to the Grand Ole Opry,” said Pete Fisher, Opry vice president and general manager. “He is one of the most beloved and respected people in the history of not only the Opry, but all of country music, and we are thrilled to celebrate this landmark anniversary with him.”
The Grand Ole Opry® is presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®. Opry performances are held every weekend of the year, and the Tuesday Night Opry continues through Dec. 18. To plan an Opry visit, call (800) SEE-OPRY or log on to www.opry.com.
Among the artists scheduled to participate in the celebration are friends and fellow Opry members Trace Adkins, George Jones, and Brad Paisley.
Introduced by Roy Acuff in 1948, Dickens-- always decked in his rhinestone-studded suits-- has entertained Opry audiences with a succession of hits such as “A-Sleeping at the Foot of the Bed,” “Out Behind The Barn,” “Take an Old Cold Tater And Wait” (the song that prompted Hank Williams to dub him “Tater”), “May The Bird of Paradise Fly up Your Nose,” “Country Boy,” and “The Violet and the Rose” as well as his trademark comedic timing. The legendary entertainer shares a kinship with the entire Opry family and the country music community, including Adkins, whom he invited to join the Opry from atop a kitchen ladder on the Opry stage in 2003; Jones, with whom he has shared stages for 50 years; and Paisley, who has invited him to appear in a number of award-winning music videos.
“Jimmy Dickens is uniquely and forever tied to the Grand Ole Opry,” said Pete Fisher, Opry vice president and general manager. “He is one of the most beloved and respected people in the history of not only the Opry, but all of country music, and we are thrilled to celebrate this landmark anniversary with him.”
The Grand Ole Opry® is presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®. Opry performances are held every weekend of the year, and the Tuesday Night Opry continues through Dec. 18. To plan an Opry visit, call (800) SEE-OPRY or log on to www.opry.com.
Upcoming concerts around California from Live Nation
On Sale Friday, October 3 at 10 AM:
THE BREEDERS
With Special Guest
The Wiltern
November 17, 2008
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On Sale Friday, October 3 at 12 noon:
LETTERS TO CLEO
With Special Guest
The Roxy Theatre
November 8, 2008
THE BREEDERS
With Special Guest
The Wiltern
November 17, 2008
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On Sale Friday, October 3 at 12 noon:
LETTERS TO CLEO
With Special Guest
The Roxy Theatre
November 8, 2008
Polysics new effort out today and on tour with Jaguar Love
MySpace Records will release the new wave styling of Japan’s Polysics on September 30 with the release of We ate the machine.
Influenced by the sounds of forward-thinking new wavers Devo, Polysics founding member Hiroyuki Hayashi, a.k.a. Hiro, knew he had to form his own band after listening to the avant sounds of the Akron, Ohio band.
“I was shocked by it,” Hiro says of his first experience with Devo. “I thought it was so much more punk than just acting like a gang by greasing one’s hair. I was so impressed, and I thought, ‘I want to do new wave punk dressed in a jumpsuit like Devo!’”
Formed ten years ago, Polysics (made up of Hiro, vocals, guitar, programming; Kayo, synthesizer, vocals; Fumi, bass; Yano, drums) has released half a dozen full-length releases over the years. The band is now signed to MySpace Records, who released the definitive Polysics compilation POLYSICS OR DIE!!!! VISTA in October 2007 which went on to become their best-selling U.S. release.
August 26 saw the release of a vinyl double gatefold album; one side containing Karate House (an older album never released in the US) and the other side with We ate the machine.
MySpace Records will release We ate the machine on September 30. The record will also be available at all digital outlets as two separate albums except at iTunes where the two releases will be bundled together at one low price for two weeks, then available as separate discs afterwards.
Having most recently toured America in support of Hellogoodbye and Say Anything on the first-ever MySpace Music Tour, the band hopes to draw out new and old fans alike on their upcoming North America kicking off October 18 in Los Angeles at the famed Roxy.
We ate the machine is now streaming in its entirety at: http://www.myspace.com/polysicsna
POLYSICS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES (WITH JAGUAR LOVE)
October 18 Los Angeles, California @ Roxy
October 19 San Diego, California @ The Casbah
October 21 Tempe, Arizona @ Clubhouse
October 22 Tucson, Arizona @ Club Congress
October 24 Dallas, Texas - The Prophet Bar @ The Door
October 25 Austin, Texas @ EMO’s Lounge
October 26 Houston, Texas @ The Meridian
October 28 Atlanta, Georgia @ The Earl
October 29 Charlotte, North Carolina @ Tremont Music Hall – Casbah
October 30 Washington, DC @ Black Cat
October 31 New York, New York @ Mercury Lounge
November 1 Danbury, Connecticut @ Heirloom Arts Theater
November 2 Boston, Massachusetts @ The Middle East
November 4 Montreal, Quebec @ Club Lambi
November 5 Toronto, Ontario @ Horseshoe Tavern
November 7 London, Ontario @ Call The Office
November 8 Detroit, Michigan @ The Magic Stick
November 9 Chicago, Illinois @ Abbey Pub
November 11 Denver, Colorado @ TBD
November 13 San Francisco, California @ Bottom Of The Hill
November 14 Pomona, California @ Glasshouse
Influenced by the sounds of forward-thinking new wavers Devo, Polysics founding member Hiroyuki Hayashi, a.k.a. Hiro, knew he had to form his own band after listening to the avant sounds of the Akron, Ohio band.
“I was shocked by it,” Hiro says of his first experience with Devo. “I thought it was so much more punk than just acting like a gang by greasing one’s hair. I was so impressed, and I thought, ‘I want to do new wave punk dressed in a jumpsuit like Devo!’”
Formed ten years ago, Polysics (made up of Hiro, vocals, guitar, programming; Kayo, synthesizer, vocals; Fumi, bass; Yano, drums) has released half a dozen full-length releases over the years. The band is now signed to MySpace Records, who released the definitive Polysics compilation POLYSICS OR DIE!!!! VISTA in October 2007 which went on to become their best-selling U.S. release.
August 26 saw the release of a vinyl double gatefold album; one side containing Karate House (an older album never released in the US) and the other side with We ate the machine.
MySpace Records will release We ate the machine on September 30. The record will also be available at all digital outlets as two separate albums except at iTunes where the two releases will be bundled together at one low price for two weeks, then available as separate discs afterwards.
Having most recently toured America in support of Hellogoodbye and Say Anything on the first-ever MySpace Music Tour, the band hopes to draw out new and old fans alike on their upcoming North America kicking off October 18 in Los Angeles at the famed Roxy.
We ate the machine is now streaming in its entirety at: http://www.myspace.com/polysicsna
POLYSICS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES (WITH JAGUAR LOVE)
October 18 Los Angeles, California @ Roxy
October 19 San Diego, California @ The Casbah
October 21 Tempe, Arizona @ Clubhouse
October 22 Tucson, Arizona @ Club Congress
October 24 Dallas, Texas - The Prophet Bar @ The Door
October 25 Austin, Texas @ EMO’s Lounge
October 26 Houston, Texas @ The Meridian
October 28 Atlanta, Georgia @ The Earl
October 29 Charlotte, North Carolina @ Tremont Music Hall – Casbah
October 30 Washington, DC @ Black Cat
October 31 New York, New York @ Mercury Lounge
November 1 Danbury, Connecticut @ Heirloom Arts Theater
November 2 Boston, Massachusetts @ The Middle East
November 4 Montreal, Quebec @ Club Lambi
November 5 Toronto, Ontario @ Horseshoe Tavern
November 7 London, Ontario @ Call The Office
November 8 Detroit, Michigan @ The Magic Stick
November 9 Chicago, Illinois @ Abbey Pub
November 11 Denver, Colorado @ TBD
November 13 San Francisco, California @ Bottom Of The Hill
November 14 Pomona, California @ Glasshouse
August Burns Red continues headlining tour
Pennsylvania metallers AUGUST BURNS RED are pummeling audiences every night on their current headlining tour. The fivesome from Lancaster has played to sold-out crowds including Philadelphia, Baltimore, Texas, Los Angeles, and Boise and look to continue their success on the tour’s remaining dates. AUGUST BURNS RED is joined by A Skylit Drive, Sky Eats Airplane, Greeley Estates, and This or the Apocalypse.
Following their North American tour, AUGUST BURNS RED will head out on their first-ever European headlining tour, which includes dates all over mainland Europe, Finland, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Portugal. The band is also lining up dates in Mexico this December.
AUGUST BURNS RED is touring to support their latest album, 2007’s Messengers, which has sold over 65,500 copies to date. Following their tours, AUGUST BURNS RED will head back into the studio in 2009 to record a new album.
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred
AUGUST BURNS RED headlining (w/A Skylit Drive, Sky Eats Airplane, Greeley Estates, This or the Apocalypse):
9/30 – Oklahoma City, OK – Bricktown Ballroom
10/1 – Joplin, MO – The Foundry
10/2 – Evansville, IN – Boney Junes
10/3 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s Rock Club
10/4 – Kettering, OH – The Attic
10/5 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick
10/7 – Toronto, Ontario – Opera House
10/8 – Montreal, Quebec – Club Soda
10/9 – Portland, ME – The Station
10/10 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium – Rock and Shock Festival (w/Children of Bodom, Between The Buried and Me, The Black Dahlia Murder, and more!!!)
10/11 – Lancaster, PA – The Chameleon Club
10/12 – New York, NY – Blender Theatre
Following their North American tour, AUGUST BURNS RED will head out on their first-ever European headlining tour, which includes dates all over mainland Europe, Finland, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Portugal. The band is also lining up dates in Mexico this December.
AUGUST BURNS RED is touring to support their latest album, 2007’s Messengers, which has sold over 65,500 copies to date. Following their tours, AUGUST BURNS RED will head back into the studio in 2009 to record a new album.
www.myspace.com/augustburnsred
AUGUST BURNS RED headlining (w/A Skylit Drive, Sky Eats Airplane, Greeley Estates, This or the Apocalypse):
9/30 – Oklahoma City, OK – Bricktown Ballroom
10/1 – Joplin, MO – The Foundry
10/2 – Evansville, IN – Boney Junes
10/3 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s Rock Club
10/4 – Kettering, OH – The Attic
10/5 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick
10/7 – Toronto, Ontario – Opera House
10/8 – Montreal, Quebec – Club Soda
10/9 – Portland, ME – The Station
10/10 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium – Rock and Shock Festival (w/Children of Bodom, Between The Buried and Me, The Black Dahlia Murder, and more!!!)
10/11 – Lancaster, PA – The Chameleon Club
10/12 – New York, NY – Blender Theatre
Testament offers new album in limited edition green vinyl
TESTAMENT is pleased to offer their award-winning new album, The Formation of Damnation, in limited edition green vinyl NOW at www.testamentlegions.com. Supplies are limited to 2500 copies worldwide, so order your copies today before they sell out! The Formation of Damnation limited edition green vinyl also ships with a bonus poster and band logo patch.
TESTAMENT just returned from Australia and is preparing to kick off a headlining tour with Soilent Green starting October 1. A tour of Mexico with Judas Priest will follow in late October. Full tour dates are listed below.
The Formation of Damnation hit streets April 29 on Nuclear Blast Records and debuted at #59 on the Billboard 200. TESTAMENT has been in the top 3 on Sirius’ Hard Attack since March and were #1 on national metal radio for 12 weeks. The band recently won “Album of the Year” at the Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards for The Formation of Damnation.
www.testamentlegions.com
Testament headlining w/ Soilent Green:
10/1 – Oklahoma City, OK – Diamond Ballroom
10/3 – Pittsburgh, PA – Rex Theater
10/4 – Syracuse, NY – The Lost Horizon
10/5 – State College, PA - Lulu’s
10/7 – Lancaster, PA – Chameleon Club
10/8 – Allentown, PA – Crocodile Rock Café
10/9 – New York, NY – Hammerstein Ballroom (w/ Children of Bodom, The Black Dahlia Murder, Between The Buried And Me)
10/10 – Hartford, CT – Webster Theater
Testament Mexico w/ Judas Priest:
10/27 – Monterrey, Mexico - Arena Monterrey
10/29 – Guadalajara, Mexico – VFG Arena
10/30 – Puebla, Mexico - Auditorium Siglo XXI
10/31 – Mexico City, Mexico - Sportspalace
Testament in New Zealand:
11/09 – Christchurch, New Zealand – AMI Stadium – Southern Amp 2008
TESTAMENT just returned from Australia and is preparing to kick off a headlining tour with Soilent Green starting October 1. A tour of Mexico with Judas Priest will follow in late October. Full tour dates are listed below.
The Formation of Damnation hit streets April 29 on Nuclear Blast Records and debuted at #59 on the Billboard 200. TESTAMENT has been in the top 3 on Sirius’ Hard Attack since March and were #1 on national metal radio for 12 weeks. The band recently won “Album of the Year” at the Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards for The Formation of Damnation.
www.testamentlegions.com
Testament headlining w/ Soilent Green:
10/1 – Oklahoma City, OK – Diamond Ballroom
10/3 – Pittsburgh, PA – Rex Theater
10/4 – Syracuse, NY – The Lost Horizon
10/5 – State College, PA - Lulu’s
10/7 – Lancaster, PA – Chameleon Club
10/8 – Allentown, PA – Crocodile Rock Café
10/9 – New York, NY – Hammerstein Ballroom (w/ Children of Bodom, The Black Dahlia Murder, Between The Buried And Me)
10/10 – Hartford, CT – Webster Theater
Testament Mexico w/ Judas Priest:
10/27 – Monterrey, Mexico - Arena Monterrey
10/29 – Guadalajara, Mexico – VFG Arena
10/30 – Puebla, Mexico - Auditorium Siglo XXI
10/31 – Mexico City, Mexico - Sportspalace
Testament in New Zealand:
11/09 – Christchurch, New Zealand – AMI Stadium – Southern Amp 2008
Mark Burnett tapped for MTV and Sean Combs' "StarMaker"
MTV teams up with entertainment powerhouse Sean Combs and revolutionary, Emmy Award winning producer Mark Burnett for the brand new reality series “StarMaker.” The new series will set out to find the next history making superstars. MTV and Sean Combs have been developing “StarMaker” since fall of ’07 and made the decision to bring Mark Burnett on board this spring. “StarMaker” is greenlit for January 2009.
“StarMaker” will showcase aspiring solo artists who will compete with the added pressure of living together. In the new series, Sean Combs will continue to do what he does best on the hit series “Making The Band,” spot the best talent while pushing them to their limits. But in this new format both men and women will be competing as individuals for the top spot.
Sean Combs’ hand picked team of star makers will put them through the rigors of “StarMaker” boot camp which extends well beyond just a contestant’s ability to sing. In addition to having to perform in front of an audience each week the contestants will be tested on how well they handle photo shoots, deal with paparazzi, physically perform on stage and more.
“It’s a privilege to partner with Mark Burnett on my latest television venture. He is one of the industry’s best. I am confident that we will do great things together with “StarMaker” and beyond,” remarks Sean Combs.
“I’m looking forward to collaborating with MTV and Sean Combs on this new project” said Mark Burnett. “StarMaker will open the door to the tremendous amount of talent out there just waiting to be discovered. We've created a platform that will allow new and emerging artists a chance to showcase their talents to some of the industry’s best.”
“Sean Combs and Mark Burnett are leaders in the entertainment industry and have both been an integral part of MTV’s success throughout the years,” said Tony DiSanto, EVP Series Development & Programming, MTV. “Getting these two titans of media together, with their long history of hits across platforms but especially in TV and music is a formula for spectacle, drama and the unexpected.”
Emmy nominated executive producer for “Raisin in the Sun,” Sean Combs is the ultimate American entertainer and entrepreneur, while wearing many different hats as record producer, CEO, clothing designer, actor, rapper and much, much more. He’s made hit records, huge business deals, designer clothing and founded the chart-topping artists Danity Kane and Day26.
“StarMaker” will join an already impressive roster of television shows that Sean Combs has executive produced including the hit MTV series “Making The Band,” “Run’s House” and the most recent VH1 show that he created “I Want to Work For Diddy.”
One of the driving forces behind reality television and a true visionary, Mark Burnett has enjoyed a long history of executive producing Emmy Award-winning television, with “Survivor” (CBS) “The Apprentice” (NBC), “Rock Star” (CBS), “Contender” (ESPN) and “Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?” (FOX). In 2007 and 2008, Burnett produced the MTV Movie Awards and will again in 2009. Burnett’s entrepreneurial spirit pioneered the success of the reality “unscripted” drama series, garnered skyrocketing ratings and introduced millions worldwide to an entirely new television genre.
“StarMaker” is executive produced by Sean “Diddy” Combs, Mark Burnett and Audrey Morrissey. Co-executive producers are Jim Roush and Lee Metzger and Jane Mun is supervising producer. Tony DiSanto, Liz Gateley and Jacquelyn French serve as Executive Producers for MTV.
“StarMaker” will showcase aspiring solo artists who will compete with the added pressure of living together. In the new series, Sean Combs will continue to do what he does best on the hit series “Making The Band,” spot the best talent while pushing them to their limits. But in this new format both men and women will be competing as individuals for the top spot.
Sean Combs’ hand picked team of star makers will put them through the rigors of “StarMaker” boot camp which extends well beyond just a contestant’s ability to sing. In addition to having to perform in front of an audience each week the contestants will be tested on how well they handle photo shoots, deal with paparazzi, physically perform on stage and more.
“It’s a privilege to partner with Mark Burnett on my latest television venture. He is one of the industry’s best. I am confident that we will do great things together with “StarMaker” and beyond,” remarks Sean Combs.
“I’m looking forward to collaborating with MTV and Sean Combs on this new project” said Mark Burnett. “StarMaker will open the door to the tremendous amount of talent out there just waiting to be discovered. We've created a platform that will allow new and emerging artists a chance to showcase their talents to some of the industry’s best.”
“Sean Combs and Mark Burnett are leaders in the entertainment industry and have both been an integral part of MTV’s success throughout the years,” said Tony DiSanto, EVP Series Development & Programming, MTV. “Getting these two titans of media together, with their long history of hits across platforms but especially in TV and music is a formula for spectacle, drama and the unexpected.”
Emmy nominated executive producer for “Raisin in the Sun,” Sean Combs is the ultimate American entertainer and entrepreneur, while wearing many different hats as record producer, CEO, clothing designer, actor, rapper and much, much more. He’s made hit records, huge business deals, designer clothing and founded the chart-topping artists Danity Kane and Day26.
“StarMaker” will join an already impressive roster of television shows that Sean Combs has executive produced including the hit MTV series “Making The Band,” “Run’s House” and the most recent VH1 show that he created “I Want to Work For Diddy.”
One of the driving forces behind reality television and a true visionary, Mark Burnett has enjoyed a long history of executive producing Emmy Award-winning television, with “Survivor” (CBS) “The Apprentice” (NBC), “Rock Star” (CBS), “Contender” (ESPN) and “Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?” (FOX). In 2007 and 2008, Burnett produced the MTV Movie Awards and will again in 2009. Burnett’s entrepreneurial spirit pioneered the success of the reality “unscripted” drama series, garnered skyrocketing ratings and introduced millions worldwide to an entirely new television genre.
“StarMaker” is executive produced by Sean “Diddy” Combs, Mark Burnett and Audrey Morrissey. Co-executive producers are Jim Roush and Lee Metzger and Jane Mun is supervising producer. Tony DiSanto, Liz Gateley and Jacquelyn French serve as Executive Producers for MTV.
Koch inks deal with Rising Force Records and Yngwie Malmsteen
KOCH Entertainment Distribution announced today that it has signed an exclusive physical and digital distribution deal with Rising Force Records and its flagship artist neo-classical metal guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen.
Rising Force Records was launched in 2008 with the primary function to release and market new and back catalogue material from the world renowned guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen as well as signing new talent.
The first title slated for release is "Perpetual Flame," a brand new recording from Malmsteen featuring ex-Judas Priest/Iced Earth singer Tim 'Ripper' Owens to be released via KOCH on October 14th. Additional titles and release dates will be announced by the label at a later date.
"I am truly excited that Rising Force records will be distributed via KOCH, and with our brand new release "Perpetual Flame" as well as future releases of back catalogue materials, this is a very important and exciting relationship," comments Yngwie Malmsteen.
"We're thrilled to have the opportunity to shred with Yngwie on the launch of Rising Force Records," added Michael Rosenberg, President of KOCH Entertainment Distribution.
2008 is turning out to be one of the busiest years of Yngwie's career. In addition to the release of his forthcoming new album, he will be inducted into Hollywood's Rock Walk on October 13th, a new Fender/Yngwie Malmsteen custom shop guitar will be unveiled later in the year (with a limited run of 100 instruments) and there will be a slew of CD reissues of Yngwie classics.
All the while, the accolades continue to pour in: 'Roadie Crew Magazine' organized a poll in which 330 respected rock guitarists were asked to vote for their favorite guitarist of all-time. Yngwie checked in at a lofty number 3 – behind fellow legends Jimi Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen.
About KOCH Entertainment
KOCH Entertainment, founded in 1987, is the leading and fastest-growing independent music company in the U.S. KOCH's operations encompass record and video labels as well as distribution companies in the U.S. and Canada. KOCH Entertainment is the market leader among independent labels and distributors in both the U.S. and Canada and its record label KOCH Records had the largest number of Billboard charting albums among independents for six years in a row (2001 – 2007). KOCH Entertainment is owned by Entertainment One Ltd. which is listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker symbol "ETO").
Rising Force Records was launched in 2008 with the primary function to release and market new and back catalogue material from the world renowned guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen as well as signing new talent.
The first title slated for release is "Perpetual Flame," a brand new recording from Malmsteen featuring ex-Judas Priest/Iced Earth singer Tim 'Ripper' Owens to be released via KOCH on October 14th. Additional titles and release dates will be announced by the label at a later date.
"I am truly excited that Rising Force records will be distributed via KOCH, and with our brand new release "Perpetual Flame" as well as future releases of back catalogue materials, this is a very important and exciting relationship," comments Yngwie Malmsteen.
"We're thrilled to have the opportunity to shred with Yngwie on the launch of Rising Force Records," added Michael Rosenberg, President of KOCH Entertainment Distribution.
2008 is turning out to be one of the busiest years of Yngwie's career. In addition to the release of his forthcoming new album, he will be inducted into Hollywood's Rock Walk on October 13th, a new Fender/Yngwie Malmsteen custom shop guitar will be unveiled later in the year (with a limited run of 100 instruments) and there will be a slew of CD reissues of Yngwie classics.
All the while, the accolades continue to pour in: 'Roadie Crew Magazine' organized a poll in which 330 respected rock guitarists were asked to vote for their favorite guitarist of all-time. Yngwie checked in at a lofty number 3 – behind fellow legends Jimi Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen.
About KOCH Entertainment
KOCH Entertainment, founded in 1987, is the leading and fastest-growing independent music company in the U.S. KOCH's operations encompass record and video labels as well as distribution companies in the U.S. and Canada. KOCH Entertainment is the market leader among independent labels and distributors in both the U.S. and Canada and its record label KOCH Records had the largest number of Billboard charting albums among independents for six years in a row (2001 – 2007). KOCH Entertainment is owned by Entertainment One Ltd. which is listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker symbol "ETO").
The Safes to tour in support of new EP
Rolling Stone’s David Fricke aptly described The Safes music as “atomic pop.” That’s what’s in store on The Safes new Sight of All Light EP! Five, frantic fits of extreme melodic energy thrown down hot and live, real and raw! With tunes that will slap you in the face and make you shake your ass while you sing!
The Safes’ style is pure rock’ n’ roll fire with lyrics that cut. Time and time again, The Safes’ songs deliver first-listen hooks, smart lyrics, and clever arrangements. The Safes’ sound is sizzling pop and rock that’s sugar sweet on the outside and snarling conviction on the inside-they’re pop tunesmiths who play with punk rock intensity. Simply, the songwriting, singing, multi-instrument playing, record producing, rock ’n’ roll band The Safes are a music-making machine.
When the boys aren’t busy winning over new fans one town at a time with their vibrant live set, brothers Frankie, Michael and Patrick O’Malley can be found in their Chicago recording studio writing, rehearsing, and recording countless songs! They spend nearly every waking minute working as they live their dream! Stockpiling songs for future records (the next LP is already recorded), at a prolific rate which has The Safes scheduled to be rocking for your children when they go to college, whenever that may be.
Since forming in 2003, The Safes have released their debut LP Family Jewels, a follow-up EP Boogie Woogie Rumble, and 2007’s LP Well Well Well to great success. The Safes first three releases have earned widespread critical acclaim. These features and glowing reviews in such notable publications as Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, San Francisco Chronicle, Pitchfork, Paste, and Popmatters (to name a few) lead to packed shows in major cities all over the USA.
Tracks from Well Well Well received considerable airplay on such powerhouse commercial radio stations such as KROQ (LA), WFNX (Boston), WTCL (Denver), WTKS (Orlando), WXRT, Q101 and were licensed on MTV, ESPN, and Fuel TV greatly increasing The Safes international recognition. It’s their frantic live show that is moving merchandise and earning the band its reputation as a “must see live band!” Touring coast-to-coast, The Safes have established loyal fan bases across the country on the strength of their live show which is a sweaty explosion of energy and melody.
Halleluiah! Long live rock n roll!
The Safes On Tour:
10/09 Champaign, IL @ The Courtyard
10/10 Carbondale, IL @ PKs
10/11 Saint Louis, MO @ Lemmons
10/12 Kansas City, MO @ Fred P. Otts
10/13 Wichita, KS @ The Anchor
10/15 Austin, TX @ Club 1808
10/16 Denton, TX @ J&J's
10/17 Albuquerque, NM @ Atomic Cantina
10/18 Phoenix, AZ @ Rubyroom
10/19 San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
10/20 Los Angeles, CA @ The Cat Club
10/21 Oakland, CA @ The Stork Club
10/22 San Francisco, CA @ The Hemlock Tavern
10/23 Salt Lake City, UT @ Burt's Tiki Lounge
10/24 Denver, CO @ Bender's
10/25 Omaha, NE @ Universe
11/01 Pittsburgh, PA @ Garfield Artworks
11/02 Long Branch, NJ @ The Brighton Bar
11/03 Arlington, VA @ Galaxy Hut
11/04 Richmond, VA @ Rumors Boutique
11/05 Baltimore, MD @ Joe Squared
11/06 New York, NY @ Pianos
11/07 Boston, MA @ O'Briens
11/08 Philadelphia, PA @ Mojo 13
11/09 Danbury, CT @ Larry's
11/10 Sheffield, MA @ Off The Beat N' Track
11/11 New Haven, CT @ Cafe Nine
11/12 State College, PA @ Bar Bleu
11/26 Chicago, IL @ Beat Kitchen
Sight of All Light Tracklisting:
Release Date: September 23rd , 2008
01. Sight of All Light
02. Troublemaker
03. The Sky Is Falling
04. Greed
05. Unlock The Mystery
On The Web:
www.thesafes.com
www.myspace.com/thesafesmusic
www.youtube.com/thesafesmusic
The Safes’ style is pure rock’ n’ roll fire with lyrics that cut. Time and time again, The Safes’ songs deliver first-listen hooks, smart lyrics, and clever arrangements. The Safes’ sound is sizzling pop and rock that’s sugar sweet on the outside and snarling conviction on the inside-they’re pop tunesmiths who play with punk rock intensity. Simply, the songwriting, singing, multi-instrument playing, record producing, rock ’n’ roll band The Safes are a music-making machine.
When the boys aren’t busy winning over new fans one town at a time with their vibrant live set, brothers Frankie, Michael and Patrick O’Malley can be found in their Chicago recording studio writing, rehearsing, and recording countless songs! They spend nearly every waking minute working as they live their dream! Stockpiling songs for future records (the next LP is already recorded), at a prolific rate which has The Safes scheduled to be rocking for your children when they go to college, whenever that may be.
Since forming in 2003, The Safes have released their debut LP Family Jewels, a follow-up EP Boogie Woogie Rumble, and 2007’s LP Well Well Well to great success. The Safes first three releases have earned widespread critical acclaim. These features and glowing reviews in such notable publications as Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, San Francisco Chronicle, Pitchfork, Paste, and Popmatters (to name a few) lead to packed shows in major cities all over the USA.
Tracks from Well Well Well received considerable airplay on such powerhouse commercial radio stations such as KROQ (LA), WFNX (Boston), WTCL (Denver), WTKS (Orlando), WXRT, Q101 and were licensed on MTV, ESPN, and Fuel TV greatly increasing The Safes international recognition. It’s their frantic live show that is moving merchandise and earning the band its reputation as a “must see live band!” Touring coast-to-coast, The Safes have established loyal fan bases across the country on the strength of their live show which is a sweaty explosion of energy and melody.
Halleluiah! Long live rock n roll!
The Safes On Tour:
10/09 Champaign, IL @ The Courtyard
10/10 Carbondale, IL @ PKs
10/11 Saint Louis, MO @ Lemmons
10/12 Kansas City, MO @ Fred P. Otts
10/13 Wichita, KS @ The Anchor
10/15 Austin, TX @ Club 1808
10/16 Denton, TX @ J&J's
10/17 Albuquerque, NM @ Atomic Cantina
10/18 Phoenix, AZ @ Rubyroom
10/19 San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
10/20 Los Angeles, CA @ The Cat Club
10/21 Oakland, CA @ The Stork Club
10/22 San Francisco, CA @ The Hemlock Tavern
10/23 Salt Lake City, UT @ Burt's Tiki Lounge
10/24 Denver, CO @ Bender's
10/25 Omaha, NE @ Universe
11/01 Pittsburgh, PA @ Garfield Artworks
11/02 Long Branch, NJ @ The Brighton Bar
11/03 Arlington, VA @ Galaxy Hut
11/04 Richmond, VA @ Rumors Boutique
11/05 Baltimore, MD @ Joe Squared
11/06 New York, NY @ Pianos
11/07 Boston, MA @ O'Briens
11/08 Philadelphia, PA @ Mojo 13
11/09 Danbury, CT @ Larry's
11/10 Sheffield, MA @ Off The Beat N' Track
11/11 New Haven, CT @ Cafe Nine
11/12 State College, PA @ Bar Bleu
11/26 Chicago, IL @ Beat Kitchen
Sight of All Light Tracklisting:
Release Date: September 23rd , 2008
01. Sight of All Light
02. Troublemaker
03. The Sky Is Falling
04. Greed
05. Unlock The Mystery
On The Web:
www.thesafes.com
www.myspace.com/thesafesmusic
www.youtube.com/thesafesmusic
Bernie Pearl performances in October
Bernie Pearl performances coming up:
Saturday, October 11 -
Dwayne Smith joins him at his monthly gig at the fabulous
Iva Lee's Restaurant, 555 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente.
Reservations (949) 361-2855.
7:00, no cover.
Thursday, October 16 -
Acoustic concert with Mike Barry on bass at the
Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 Lake, Altadena 91001.
8:00, $15 cover.
One of the best small (50 capacity) concert rooms anywhere, with superb sound.
Reservations recommended. (626) 398-7917.
http://www.myspace.com/berniepearl
Saturday, October 11 -
Dwayne Smith joins him at his monthly gig at the fabulous
Iva Lee's Restaurant, 555 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente.
Reservations (949) 361-2855.
7:00, no cover.
Thursday, October 16 -
Acoustic concert with Mike Barry on bass at the
Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 Lake, Altadena 91001.
8:00, $15 cover.
One of the best small (50 capacity) concert rooms anywhere, with superb sound.
Reservations recommended. (626) 398-7917.
http://www.myspace.com/berniepearl
Bring Me the Horizon to release new effort and tour
British metalcore outfit Bring Me the Horizon will release their sophomore album, Suicide Season, on November 18th via Epitaph Records.
It’s not often scene kids, screamo fans and metal-heads can agree on a band, but after BMTH’s explosive rise in popularity, culminating in their breakout performances at Vans Warped Tour this summer, fans of all three genres have found their new favorite band. With a wildly-anticipated new album and a full U.S. tour on the way, Britain’s hottest up-and-comers are on track to conquer the country this fall.
Hailing from Sheffield, England, Oliver Sykes (vocals), Matt Nicholls (drums), Curtis Ward (guitar), Matt Kean (bass) and Lee Malia (guitar) formed BMTH in 2004 and began setting the UK ablaze with blistering performances across the country. By 2006 the band had already won Kerrang!’s “Best British Newcomers” award and toured with groups like Killswitch Engage, Aiden and Bleeding Through. Later that fall the group unleashed their debut album, Count Your Blessings, which further cemented their place among the metalcore elite.
In April 2008 the group entered the studio with legendary producer Fredrik Norstrom (Arch Enemy, In Flames, At the Gates) in an isolated area of Sweden, where they recorded their sophomore album, Suicide Season.
BMTH’s experiences over the past few years, for better or worse, have shaped them into more passionate musicians, no longer content with ten tracks of straight up chugging and screaming (although ferociously heavy tracks such as “Sleep with One Eye Open” and “No Need For Introductions…” remain). Instead, the vocals are more varied, guitars more atmospheric and the drums are a pure driving force. BMTH have opted to explore the limits of their sound and abilities, resulting in tracks that will make you think as much as bang your head.
Suicide Season’s opening track, “The Comedown,” foreshadows the album’s brutal intentions with sharp chainsaw riffs, pistol-whipping beats and snarling vocals that will send fans into a windmilling frenzy. The album’s immediacy continues with songs like the moody hardcore meltdown “Chelsea Smile” and the prog-screamo sing along “The Sadness Will Never End,” and doesn’t let up until the last notes of the album-ending title track. Suicide Season is the perfect soundtrack to a life spent on the edge, where the rules don’t apply and darkness rules. November is Suicide Season………..
Suicide Season Tracklisting:
1. The Comedown
2. Chelsea Smile
3. It Was Written In Blood
4. Death Breathe
5. Football Season Is Over
6. Sleep With One Eye Open
7. Diamonds Aren’t Forever
8. The Sadness Will Never End
9. No Need For Introductions, I’ve Read About Girls Like You
10. Suicide Season
BMTH Tour Dates:
11/7 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
11/8 – The Harmony Grange – Wilmington, DE
11/9 – Tremont Music Hall – Charlotte, NC
11/10 – Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
11/11 – State Theater – Tampa, FL
11/12 – The Social – Orlando, FL
11/14 – The Door – Ft. Worth, TX
11/15 – The Java Jazz – Houston, TX
11/16 – White Rabbit – San Antonio, TX
11/18 – Sunshine – Albuquerque, NM
11/19 – Rialto – Tuscon, AZ
11/20 – Juillians – Las Vegas, NV
11/22 – The Troubadour – Los Angeles, CA
11/23 – Slims – San Francisco, CA
11/25 – El Corazon – Seattle, WA
11/26 – Satyricon – Portland, OR
11/28 – The Venue – Boise, ID
11/29 – Avalon – Salt Lake City, UT
11/30 – Marquis – Denver, CO
12/2 – Station 4 – Minneapolis, MN
12/3 – The Rave II – Milwaukee, WI
12/4 – The Metro – Chicago, IL
12/5 – Magic Stick – Detroit, MI
12/6 – Peabodys – Cleveland, OH
12/7 – Mr Smalls – Pittsburgh, PA
12/8 – Opera House – Toronto, ON
12/9 – Club Soda – Montreal, QC
12/10 – Palladium Balcony – Worcester, MA
12/11 – Gramercy – New York, NY
12/12 – Northern Lights – Albany, NY
12/13 – TLA – Philadelphia, PA
12/14 – Ottobar – Baltimore, MD
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/BMTH
It’s not often scene kids, screamo fans and metal-heads can agree on a band, but after BMTH’s explosive rise in popularity, culminating in their breakout performances at Vans Warped Tour this summer, fans of all three genres have found their new favorite band. With a wildly-anticipated new album and a full U.S. tour on the way, Britain’s hottest up-and-comers are on track to conquer the country this fall.
Hailing from Sheffield, England, Oliver Sykes (vocals), Matt Nicholls (drums), Curtis Ward (guitar), Matt Kean (bass) and Lee Malia (guitar) formed BMTH in 2004 and began setting the UK ablaze with blistering performances across the country. By 2006 the band had already won Kerrang!’s “Best British Newcomers” award and toured with groups like Killswitch Engage, Aiden and Bleeding Through. Later that fall the group unleashed their debut album, Count Your Blessings, which further cemented their place among the metalcore elite.
In April 2008 the group entered the studio with legendary producer Fredrik Norstrom (Arch Enemy, In Flames, At the Gates) in an isolated area of Sweden, where they recorded their sophomore album, Suicide Season.
BMTH’s experiences over the past few years, for better or worse, have shaped them into more passionate musicians, no longer content with ten tracks of straight up chugging and screaming (although ferociously heavy tracks such as “Sleep with One Eye Open” and “No Need For Introductions…” remain). Instead, the vocals are more varied, guitars more atmospheric and the drums are a pure driving force. BMTH have opted to explore the limits of their sound and abilities, resulting in tracks that will make you think as much as bang your head.
Suicide Season’s opening track, “The Comedown,” foreshadows the album’s brutal intentions with sharp chainsaw riffs, pistol-whipping beats and snarling vocals that will send fans into a windmilling frenzy. The album’s immediacy continues with songs like the moody hardcore meltdown “Chelsea Smile” and the prog-screamo sing along “The Sadness Will Never End,” and doesn’t let up until the last notes of the album-ending title track. Suicide Season is the perfect soundtrack to a life spent on the edge, where the rules don’t apply and darkness rules. November is Suicide Season………..
Suicide Season Tracklisting:
1. The Comedown
2. Chelsea Smile
3. It Was Written In Blood
4. Death Breathe
5. Football Season Is Over
6. Sleep With One Eye Open
7. Diamonds Aren’t Forever
8. The Sadness Will Never End
9. No Need For Introductions, I’ve Read About Girls Like You
10. Suicide Season
BMTH Tour Dates:
11/7 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
11/8 – The Harmony Grange – Wilmington, DE
11/9 – Tremont Music Hall – Charlotte, NC
11/10 – Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
11/11 – State Theater – Tampa, FL
11/12 – The Social – Orlando, FL
11/14 – The Door – Ft. Worth, TX
11/15 – The Java Jazz – Houston, TX
11/16 – White Rabbit – San Antonio, TX
11/18 – Sunshine – Albuquerque, NM
11/19 – Rialto – Tuscon, AZ
11/20 – Juillians – Las Vegas, NV
11/22 – The Troubadour – Los Angeles, CA
11/23 – Slims – San Francisco, CA
11/25 – El Corazon – Seattle, WA
11/26 – Satyricon – Portland, OR
11/28 – The Venue – Boise, ID
11/29 – Avalon – Salt Lake City, UT
11/30 – Marquis – Denver, CO
12/2 – Station 4 – Minneapolis, MN
12/3 – The Rave II – Milwaukee, WI
12/4 – The Metro – Chicago, IL
12/5 – Magic Stick – Detroit, MI
12/6 – Peabodys – Cleveland, OH
12/7 – Mr Smalls – Pittsburgh, PA
12/8 – Opera House – Toronto, ON
12/9 – Club Soda – Montreal, QC
12/10 – Palladium Balcony – Worcester, MA
12/11 – Gramercy – New York, NY
12/12 – Northern Lights – Albany, NY
12/13 – TLA – Philadelphia, PA
12/14 – Ottobar – Baltimore, MD
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/BMTH
Escape the Face challenges fans to Xbox Live
In spite of their world tours and legions of screaming fans, Escape the Fate are much like other post-pubescent males: they like to spend their free time teaming up on Xbox Live, killing armies of alien invaders in Halo 3. So much, in fact, that the band has penned two songs about the game – “The Guillotine” from their hit debut Dying Is Your Latest Fashion and “This War Is Ours (The Guillotine Part II)” from their upcoming follow-up, This War Is Ours (in stores October 21st).
On October 2nd, the band is meeting their fans in multiplayer combat on Xbox Live as part of the “Game With Fame” series. From 5 to 7pm Pacific Standard Time (that’s 8 – 10pm EST), the band will be meeting all challengers online on Xbox Live. Look for the gamertags EscapeFate GWF1 or EscapeFate GWF2.
In addition to being able to play their favorite band and their favorite game, Escape the Fate fans will be able to download both “The Guillotine” and the never-before-heard “This War Is Ours (The Guillotine Part II)” for free from the Xbox Marketplace.
The anticipation for Escape The Fate’s new record has been furious. Earlier this month in a unique “social experiment,” Escape The Fate challenged their fans to gather 50,000 people on their Buzznet page to unlock “The Flood,” the first single off This War Is Ours. The response was so overwhelming, the social media giant’s servers crashed for 10 minutes. This Wars Is Ours is in stores October 21st.
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/EscapeTheFate
On October 2nd, the band is meeting their fans in multiplayer combat on Xbox Live as part of the “Game With Fame” series. From 5 to 7pm Pacific Standard Time (that’s 8 – 10pm EST), the band will be meeting all challengers online on Xbox Live. Look for the gamertags EscapeFate GWF1 or EscapeFate GWF2.
In addition to being able to play their favorite band and their favorite game, Escape the Fate fans will be able to download both “The Guillotine” and the never-before-heard “This War Is Ours (The Guillotine Part II)” for free from the Xbox Marketplace.
The anticipation for Escape The Fate’s new record has been furious. Earlier this month in a unique “social experiment,” Escape The Fate challenged their fans to gather 50,000 people on their Buzznet page to unlock “The Flood,” the first single off This War Is Ours. The response was so overwhelming, the social media giant’s servers crashed for 10 minutes. This Wars Is Ours is in stores October 21st.
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/EscapeTheFate
Halloween pet tips from the ASPCA
Keeping your pets safe on Halloween doesn’t have to be tricky. The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is offering the following tips to help pet parents avoid potential hazards as they celebrate Halloween this October.
“Many of our favorite Halloween traditions could pose a potential threat to our companion animals,” says Dr. Steven Hansen, board-certified veterinary toxicologist and senior vice president, ASPCA Animal Health Services, which includes the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) in Urbana, Ill. “So as you start to make plans for trick-or-treating or Halloween costumes, pet parents should be aware of Halloween-related products and activities that can be potentially dangerous to pets.”
Here are just some of the ways animal lovers can keep their pets safe this Halloweensummer:
Skip the sweets. Several popular Halloween treats are toxic to pets. Candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol can be poisonous to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol sweetener can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar, which leads to depression, lack of coordination and seizures.
“Chocolate, especially baker’s and dark chocolate can also be potentially poisonous to animals, especially dogs,” advises Dr. Hansen.
Symptoms of significant chocolate ingestion may include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity and increased thirst, urination and heart rate and even seizures.
● Watch out for those wrappers. Cats especially love to play with candy wrappers, but ingesting aluminum foil or cellophane can cause intestinal blockage and induce vomiting.
● Trick-or-treating is for kids, not pets. During trick-or-treating hours it is best to keep pets in a room away from your front door. “Halloween brings a flurry of activity with visitors constantly arriving at the door, and pets may escape the safety of their home. Be sure that your pet has identification tags should he or she accidentally get loose,” recommends Gail Buchwald, senior vice president of the ASPCA Pet Adoption Center in Manhattan. Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with tags and/or is microchipped.
● Careful with costumes! If you dress up your pet for Halloween, make sure the costume does not limit his movement, hearing, sight or ability to breathe or bark. Also check the costume for choking hazards. A smart alternative to dressing your pet from head-to-paw? A simple, festive Halloween bandana.
● Decorations can be dangerous. Re-think putting candles in Jack-O-Lanterns. Pets can easily knock over Jack-O-Lanterns and start a fire, and curious kittens are particularly at risk of getting burned by candle flames. Also take care to prevent your pets from having access to wires and cords from holiday decorations. If chewed, a wire can damage your pet’s mouth from shards of glass or plastic, or deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock.
If your dog or cat accidentally ingests any potentially harmful products and you need emergency advice, please consult your veterinarian or the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 (a fee applies) or www.aspca.org/apcc. For more information on having a fun, safe Halloween with your pets, please visit www.aspca.org.
About the ASPCA® Animal Poison Control Center
Established in 1978, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is the only 24-hour, 365-day facility of its kind staffed by five veterinary assistants, 10 certified veterinary technicians, nine board-certified toxicologists/veterinary toxicologists and 16 veterinarians. Located at the ASPCA’s Midwest Office in Urbana, Ill., the specially trained staff provides assistance to pet owners, and specific diagnostic and treatment recommendations to veterinarians pertaining to toxic chemicals and dangerous plants, products or substances. In 2007, the center handled over 130,000 cases. The center also provides extensive veterinary toxicology expert consulting on a wide array of subjects, including legal cases, formulation issues, product liability, and regulatory reporting.
About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was the first humane organization established in the Americas, and today has more than one million supporters throughout North America. A 501 [c] [3] not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in animal-assisted therapy, animal behavior, animal poison control, anti-cruelty, humane education, legislative services, and shelter outreach. The New York City headquarters houses a full-service, accredited, animal hospital, adoption center, and mobile clinic outreach program. The Humane Law Enforcement department enforces New York’s animal cruelty laws and is featured on the reality television series “Animal Precinct” on Animal Planet. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org.
“Many of our favorite Halloween traditions could pose a potential threat to our companion animals,” says Dr. Steven Hansen, board-certified veterinary toxicologist and senior vice president, ASPCA Animal Health Services, which includes the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) in Urbana, Ill. “So as you start to make plans for trick-or-treating or Halloween costumes, pet parents should be aware of Halloween-related products and activities that can be potentially dangerous to pets.”
Here are just some of the ways animal lovers can keep their pets safe this Halloweensummer:
Skip the sweets. Several popular Halloween treats are toxic to pets. Candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol can be poisonous to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol sweetener can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar, which leads to depression, lack of coordination and seizures.
“Chocolate, especially baker’s and dark chocolate can also be potentially poisonous to animals, especially dogs,” advises Dr. Hansen.
Symptoms of significant chocolate ingestion may include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity and increased thirst, urination and heart rate and even seizures.
● Watch out for those wrappers. Cats especially love to play with candy wrappers, but ingesting aluminum foil or cellophane can cause intestinal blockage and induce vomiting.
● Trick-or-treating is for kids, not pets. During trick-or-treating hours it is best to keep pets in a room away from your front door. “Halloween brings a flurry of activity with visitors constantly arriving at the door, and pets may escape the safety of their home. Be sure that your pet has identification tags should he or she accidentally get loose,” recommends Gail Buchwald, senior vice president of the ASPCA Pet Adoption Center in Manhattan. Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with tags and/or is microchipped.
● Careful with costumes! If you dress up your pet for Halloween, make sure the costume does not limit his movement, hearing, sight or ability to breathe or bark. Also check the costume for choking hazards. A smart alternative to dressing your pet from head-to-paw? A simple, festive Halloween bandana.
● Decorations can be dangerous. Re-think putting candles in Jack-O-Lanterns. Pets can easily knock over Jack-O-Lanterns and start a fire, and curious kittens are particularly at risk of getting burned by candle flames. Also take care to prevent your pets from having access to wires and cords from holiday decorations. If chewed, a wire can damage your pet’s mouth from shards of glass or plastic, or deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock.
If your dog or cat accidentally ingests any potentially harmful products and you need emergency advice, please consult your veterinarian or the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 (a fee applies) or www.aspca.org/apcc. For more information on having a fun, safe Halloween with your pets, please visit www.aspca.org.
About the ASPCA® Animal Poison Control Center
Established in 1978, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is the only 24-hour, 365-day facility of its kind staffed by five veterinary assistants, 10 certified veterinary technicians, nine board-certified toxicologists/veterinary toxicologists and 16 veterinarians. Located at the ASPCA’s Midwest Office in Urbana, Ill., the specially trained staff provides assistance to pet owners, and specific diagnostic and treatment recommendations to veterinarians pertaining to toxic chemicals and dangerous plants, products or substances. In 2007, the center handled over 130,000 cases. The center also provides extensive veterinary toxicology expert consulting on a wide array of subjects, including legal cases, formulation issues, product liability, and regulatory reporting.
About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was the first humane organization established in the Americas, and today has more than one million supporters throughout North America. A 501 [c] [3] not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in animal-assisted therapy, animal behavior, animal poison control, anti-cruelty, humane education, legislative services, and shelter outreach. The New York City headquarters houses a full-service, accredited, animal hospital, adoption center, and mobile clinic outreach program. The Humane Law Enforcement department enforces New York’s animal cruelty laws and is featured on the reality television series “Animal Precinct” on Animal Planet. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org.
Afro Funke Thursdays at Zanzibar
Afro Funke' Thursdays
Zanzibar 1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ / 9pm - 2am / $10
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.rockydawuni.com/afrofunke.html
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THIS WEEK! October 2, 2008
guest deejay:
RHETTMATIC (Beat Junkies)
A major force behind the creation of Southern California's first turntable band, the Beat Junkies, is a multi-faceted musician known to the world as DJ Rhettmatic. Born Nazareth Nirza,his artistic contributions to the music industry have placed him, along with his fellow members of the Beat Junkie crew, at the top of the DJ universe. Possessing unstoppable visions of excelling in this art form, Rhettmatic unites music enthusiasts around the world by sharing his unparalleled skills and talent. His personal discography of musical achievements presents a host of successful accomplishments, and by applying his creativity and dedication, his record of ingenious masterworks will continue to grow.
Rhettmatic began his DJ career in 1983, with Double Platinum, a DJ group based out of Cerritos, CA. As one of the original members of the Beat Junkie crew, he played a major role in introducing Southern California's first turntable band to global audiences. Rhettmatic's unique style encompasses the many elements of a multifaceted Hip Hop DJ. As an accomplished scratch musician, as well as an explosive party/club DJ, Rhettmatic demonstrates his versatility by using the turntable as his musical instrument. His talent and musical expertise also extends into the realm of producing beats that helped him earn recognition and rewards well deserved. www.myspace.com/rhettmatic
+JOHN BROWN'S BODY
"Amplify"
LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm
JBB will be in the house! Plus lots of giveaways! AMPLIFY, the sixth studio album from progressive reggae band John Brown’s Body, is an explosive release, featuring 12 tracks of drum & bass-heavy, dub-inflected electro-grooves that exemplify JBB’s sound. AMPLIFY has a forward-thinking, fearless approach to tempos, beats and feel that expands the genre of reggae as a whole. JBB went through tumultuous times following the release of their last album on Easy Star, including the death of bassist Scott Palmerand an overhaul of the band’s line up. Emerging out of these changes, the new unit is an astonishingly focused and more experimental outfit ready to rock their fans like never before.
www.easystar.comwww.giantstep.net
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UPCOMING:
October 9, 2008
guest deejay: DJ PHOREYZ (The Get Back, Las Vegas)
www.myspace.com/phoreyz
+ IN LOVE LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm + giveaways!
www.giantstep.net
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For more information please contact:
Cary Sullivan
afrofunke@yahoo.com
Zanzibar 1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ / 9pm - 2am / $10
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.rockydawuni.com/afrofunke.html
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THIS WEEK! October 2, 2008
guest deejay:
RHETTMATIC (Beat Junkies)
A major force behind the creation of Southern California's first turntable band, the Beat Junkies, is a multi-faceted musician known to the world as DJ Rhettmatic. Born Nazareth Nirza,his artistic contributions to the music industry have placed him, along with his fellow members of the Beat Junkie crew, at the top of the DJ universe. Possessing unstoppable visions of excelling in this art form, Rhettmatic unites music enthusiasts around the world by sharing his unparalleled skills and talent. His personal discography of musical achievements presents a host of successful accomplishments, and by applying his creativity and dedication, his record of ingenious masterworks will continue to grow.
Rhettmatic began his DJ career in 1983, with Double Platinum, a DJ group based out of Cerritos, CA. As one of the original members of the Beat Junkie crew, he played a major role in introducing Southern California's first turntable band to global audiences. Rhettmatic's unique style encompasses the many elements of a multifaceted Hip Hop DJ. As an accomplished scratch musician, as well as an explosive party/club DJ, Rhettmatic demonstrates his versatility by using the turntable as his musical instrument. His talent and musical expertise also extends into the realm of producing beats that helped him earn recognition and rewards well deserved. www.myspace.com/rhettmatic
+JOHN BROWN'S BODY
"Amplify"
LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm
JBB will be in the house! Plus lots of giveaways! AMPLIFY, the sixth studio album from progressive reggae band John Brown’s Body, is an explosive release, featuring 12 tracks of drum & bass-heavy, dub-inflected electro-grooves that exemplify JBB’s sound. AMPLIFY has a forward-thinking, fearless approach to tempos, beats and feel that expands the genre of reggae as a whole. JBB went through tumultuous times following the release of their last album on Easy Star, including the death of bassist Scott Palmerand an overhaul of the band’s line up. Emerging out of these changes, the new unit is an astonishingly focused and more experimental outfit ready to rock their fans like never before.
www.easystar.comwww.giantstep.net
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UPCOMING:
October 9, 2008
guest deejay: DJ PHOREYZ (The Get Back, Las Vegas)
www.myspace.com/phoreyz
+ IN LOVE LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm + giveaways!
www.giantstep.net
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For more information please contact:
Cary Sullivan
afrofunke@yahoo.com
Monday, September 29, 2008
Sebastian Bach named winner of CMT's "Gone Country"
Host John Rich tapped rocker Sebastian Bach as the winner of the second season of CMT’s hit series, GONE COUNTRY, in tonight’s season finale. Bach is set to immediately release "Battle with the Bottle" to radio, the song he penned with Nashville songwriters Jeffrey Steele and Vicky McGehee while taping the series. The song is produced by John Rich. The accompanying video, directed by Wayne Isham, is currently available on CMT.com and will debut on CMT on Saturday, September 27.
Bach, who edged out tough competition from fellow GONE COUNTRY contestants Mikalah Gordon, Jermaine Jackson, Chris Kirkpatrick, Lorenzo Lamas and Sean Young, performed his song before a live audience at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon in the show’s finale. In the end, Rich dubbed Bach the winner because of his ability to connect to his audience and his lyrics, something that is essential in country music.
"Sebastian put his real life experiences into his song,” says host, Rich. “’Battle with the Bottle’ deals with the challenges he faces in his life on a daily basis, and when your music imitates your life, that's where great country music happens. He truly understands what makes a great country song, and his singing ability is still off the charts. I'm very proud of him ‘going country’!"
Bach, perhaps best known as the former front-man of Skid Row, is an accomplished Broadway actor and television personality. Bach is also a solo artist and most recently released the album, Angel Down, in the fall of 2007 by Merovingian Music, Ltd. For more information, visit www.sebastianbach.com
GONE COUNTRY is executive produced by David Garfinkle and Jay Renfroe of Renegade 83 Productions. Marc Oswald serves as executive producer. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit serve as executive producers for CMT.
Bach, who edged out tough competition from fellow GONE COUNTRY contestants Mikalah Gordon, Jermaine Jackson, Chris Kirkpatrick, Lorenzo Lamas and Sean Young, performed his song before a live audience at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon in the show’s finale. In the end, Rich dubbed Bach the winner because of his ability to connect to his audience and his lyrics, something that is essential in country music.
"Sebastian put his real life experiences into his song,” says host, Rich. “’Battle with the Bottle’ deals with the challenges he faces in his life on a daily basis, and when your music imitates your life, that's where great country music happens. He truly understands what makes a great country song, and his singing ability is still off the charts. I'm very proud of him ‘going country’!"
Bach, perhaps best known as the former front-man of Skid Row, is an accomplished Broadway actor and television personality. Bach is also a solo artist and most recently released the album, Angel Down, in the fall of 2007 by Merovingian Music, Ltd. For more information, visit www.sebastianbach.com
GONE COUNTRY is executive produced by David Garfinkle and Jay Renfroe of Renegade 83 Productions. Marc Oswald serves as executive producer. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit serve as executive producers for CMT.
Cut Off Your Hands to release new EP
Cut Off Your Hands present Happy As Can Be, the new EP Out on Frenchkiss Records this October. The self-titled single will also be featured on their much anticipated, Bernard Butler produced debut album, You and I, to be released in early 2009.
A carousel of layered melodies and rhyming couplets, soaring over an insistent, cavalry-like drumbeat, Happy… follows the successful Expectations, Cut Off Your Hands’ lead single released in last September.
Expectations has not only received high rotation on Australia’s premier radio station, JJJ FM, but it recently featured as the Australian iTunes Single of the Week (SOTW). The track currently sits as the second largest download in iTunes SOTW history.
This comes as no surprise really. In their short time on both record and stage, Cut Off Your Hands have built both their fanbase and media hyperbole on a slew of melodic and downright memorable offerings. From the romantic naivety of songs like Oh Girl, to the speeding, hyper-love balladry of the pop-paean Still Fond, the four-piece have shown they’ve got what it takes to grab the world by it’s collective scruff and shake them into spinning, lovesick action. Happy As Can Be continues this impressive mode.
Fresh from being nominated for the "Breakthrough Artist Of The Year” Award at the 2008 New Zealand Music Awards - an annual awards ceremony being the New Zealand equivalent of The Brits - the band will be returning to the UK to begin the second half of their current tour as part of the "Freshers" tour.
Buoyed by the flattering opportunity to have been judged alongside the best of their homeland’s artistic peers, such as Flight Of The Conchords and Liam Finn, not to mention the release of their debut album in both New Zealand and Australia, this UK tour will see the band attacking the stage with unparalleled zeal.
Tracklisting
1) You Still Love Me
2) Happy As Can Be
3) Shorelines
4) Nostalgia
5) (Hidden Track)
Dates
The Delancey (New Zealand CMJ Showcase) October 21st
Cake Shop October 24th
Public Assembly October 25th
www.myspace.com/cutoffyourhands
A carousel of layered melodies and rhyming couplets, soaring over an insistent, cavalry-like drumbeat, Happy… follows the successful Expectations, Cut Off Your Hands’ lead single released in last September.
Expectations has not only received high rotation on Australia’s premier radio station, JJJ FM, but it recently featured as the Australian iTunes Single of the Week (SOTW). The track currently sits as the second largest download in iTunes SOTW history.
This comes as no surprise really. In their short time on both record and stage, Cut Off Your Hands have built both their fanbase and media hyperbole on a slew of melodic and downright memorable offerings. From the romantic naivety of songs like Oh Girl, to the speeding, hyper-love balladry of the pop-paean Still Fond, the four-piece have shown they’ve got what it takes to grab the world by it’s collective scruff and shake them into spinning, lovesick action. Happy As Can Be continues this impressive mode.
Fresh from being nominated for the "Breakthrough Artist Of The Year” Award at the 2008 New Zealand Music Awards - an annual awards ceremony being the New Zealand equivalent of The Brits - the band will be returning to the UK to begin the second half of their current tour as part of the "Freshers" tour.
Buoyed by the flattering opportunity to have been judged alongside the best of their homeland’s artistic peers, such as Flight Of The Conchords and Liam Finn, not to mention the release of their debut album in both New Zealand and Australia, this UK tour will see the band attacking the stage with unparalleled zeal.
Tracklisting
1) You Still Love Me
2) Happy As Can Be
3) Shorelines
4) Nostalgia
5) (Hidden Track)
Dates
The Delancey (New Zealand CMJ Showcase) October 21st
Cake Shop October 24th
Public Assembly October 25th
www.myspace.com/cutoffyourhands
Miranda to release debut effort in February
Courtney Taylor from the Dandy Warhols calls my genre ‘Pixie Fairy Dust Chick Music,’” says singer/songwriter Miranda Lee Richards with a laugh. “But I think another fitting description for Light of X might be ‘Psychedelic Chamber Folk Rock’.”
A revered singer and songwriter, MIRANDA will release her Nettwerk debut LIGHT OF X on February 10, 2009. For her new album, MIRANDA composed all of the material, string arrangements, acoustic guitar, piano and Hammond B3 on the disc. It’s an album that shimmers with folk, country, psychedelic and even a slight classical influence, balancing her beautiful, close to the heart vocals, with music that has the wide open, spacious feel of a desert sky or an empty church. LIGHT OF X is an album full of love and loss, desolation and salvation, both moody and comforting.
MIRANDA teamed with producer/engineer/mixer Rick Parker (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Von Bondies) who also contributed the electric and twelve-string guitar arrangements. RICHARDS and Parker assembled a top-notch group of players including Eva Gardner (Mars Volta, Tim Burgess) on bass; main drummer Keith Mitchell (Mazzy Star); Ben Peeler (Wallflowers, Shelby Lynne) on pedal steel; and Josh Schwartz (Beachwood Sparks) on guitar.
The 13-song offering is highlighted by its first single “Early November” as well as preview track “Life Boat,” released last year in England as a vinyl single via Sonic Cathedral and which subsequently received airplay on Indie 103.1 FM in Los Angeles. To listen to “Early November” and “Life Boat,” visit: www.myspace.com/mirandaleerichards.
RICHARDS grew up in San Francisco, the daughter of Ted and Teresa Richards, stars of the underground comics revolution. Her bohemian background led her to play in school bands, but she never considered music as a profession until her senior year of high school. Fate offered a very unique hand when an older best friend started dating Kirk Hammett of Metallica, and Hammett soon taught RICHARDS her first few guitar chords.
MIRANDA recorded her first demo in the basement of Hammett’s studio. Dave Deresinski, the then manager of the Brian Jonestown Massacre, passed the tape along to BJM singer Anton Newcombe, who asked her to join the group. During that time, friend Ondi Timoner was filming the BJM for her seminal documentary DIG! (2004). RICHARDS was only in the movie briefly, but did provide some of the film’s memorable sound bites.
Shortly thereafter, MIRANDA moved down the coast to LA in search of a record deal.
“I played clubs and open mics and worked day jobs while I made demos. A mutual friend introduced me to producer/musician Rick Parker and we’ve been working together ever since.”
Because her debut The Herethereafter received huge exposure in the film and television worlds--its songs were licensed over 40 times for film and television--it allowed RICHARDS the freedom to continue to explore her musical path full time. She collaborated in the studio with Tricky, Tim Burgess (Charlatans), Neil Halstead (Mojave 3), and The Shore. In addition to opening for Neil Halstead on tour earlier this year, she joined The Jesus and Mary Chain for the West Coast leg of their 2007 tour, singing the duet with Jim Reid on "Sometimes Always" and "Just Like Honey."
Following is the complete track listing for LIGHT OF X:
1) Breathless
2) Life Boat
3) Savorin’ Your Smile
4) Hideaway
5) Early November
6) Mirror At The End
7) Hidden Treasure
8) Pictures Of You
9) Here By The Window
10) Olive Tree
11) That Baby
12) Last Days Of Summer
13) Oddity
www.mirandaleerichards.com
www.myspace.com/mirandanleerichards
www.nettwerk.com
A revered singer and songwriter, MIRANDA will release her Nettwerk debut LIGHT OF X on February 10, 2009. For her new album, MIRANDA composed all of the material, string arrangements, acoustic guitar, piano and Hammond B3 on the disc. It’s an album that shimmers with folk, country, psychedelic and even a slight classical influence, balancing her beautiful, close to the heart vocals, with music that has the wide open, spacious feel of a desert sky or an empty church. LIGHT OF X is an album full of love and loss, desolation and salvation, both moody and comforting.
MIRANDA teamed with producer/engineer/mixer Rick Parker (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Von Bondies) who also contributed the electric and twelve-string guitar arrangements. RICHARDS and Parker assembled a top-notch group of players including Eva Gardner (Mars Volta, Tim Burgess) on bass; main drummer Keith Mitchell (Mazzy Star); Ben Peeler (Wallflowers, Shelby Lynne) on pedal steel; and Josh Schwartz (Beachwood Sparks) on guitar.
The 13-song offering is highlighted by its first single “Early November” as well as preview track “Life Boat,” released last year in England as a vinyl single via Sonic Cathedral and which subsequently received airplay on Indie 103.1 FM in Los Angeles. To listen to “Early November” and “Life Boat,” visit: www.myspace.com/mirandaleerichards.
RICHARDS grew up in San Francisco, the daughter of Ted and Teresa Richards, stars of the underground comics revolution. Her bohemian background led her to play in school bands, but she never considered music as a profession until her senior year of high school. Fate offered a very unique hand when an older best friend started dating Kirk Hammett of Metallica, and Hammett soon taught RICHARDS her first few guitar chords.
MIRANDA recorded her first demo in the basement of Hammett’s studio. Dave Deresinski, the then manager of the Brian Jonestown Massacre, passed the tape along to BJM singer Anton Newcombe, who asked her to join the group. During that time, friend Ondi Timoner was filming the BJM for her seminal documentary DIG! (2004). RICHARDS was only in the movie briefly, but did provide some of the film’s memorable sound bites.
Shortly thereafter, MIRANDA moved down the coast to LA in search of a record deal.
“I played clubs and open mics and worked day jobs while I made demos. A mutual friend introduced me to producer/musician Rick Parker and we’ve been working together ever since.”
Because her debut The Herethereafter received huge exposure in the film and television worlds--its songs were licensed over 40 times for film and television--it allowed RICHARDS the freedom to continue to explore her musical path full time. She collaborated in the studio with Tricky, Tim Burgess (Charlatans), Neil Halstead (Mojave 3), and The Shore. In addition to opening for Neil Halstead on tour earlier this year, she joined The Jesus and Mary Chain for the West Coast leg of their 2007 tour, singing the duet with Jim Reid on "Sometimes Always" and "Just Like Honey."
Following is the complete track listing for LIGHT OF X:
1) Breathless
2) Life Boat
3) Savorin’ Your Smile
4) Hideaway
5) Early November
6) Mirror At The End
7) Hidden Treasure
8) Pictures Of You
9) Here By The Window
10) Olive Tree
11) That Baby
12) Last Days Of Summer
13) Oddity
www.mirandaleerichards.com
www.myspace.com/mirandanleerichards
www.nettwerk.com
Gringo Star readying tour
By condensing a palate of swirling and innovative guitar voyages and a sweat-soaked baroque punk ethos that loses itself in carpet-crawling majesty, Gringo Star has emerged as Atlanta’s favorite rock and roll sons. Brothers Nick and Pete Furgiuele, along with Pete DeLorenzo and Matt McCalvin have continually built momentum, crisscrossing the country and honing their chops on rock and roll’s frontline.
Crafting an art-damaged and intense presence, the group’s sound falls somewhere between The Animals, Motown and The Kinks. In person, the group’s soft-spoken demeanor instills a sense of alluring mystery, but on stage, Gringo Star explode. Never ones to hang on to the same instruments for too long, each member of the group sprints and hurdles from station to station, swapping out guitar for bass for drums for voice, keyboard for accordion, kazoo for tambourine.
As a result, the band’s multifaceted musicianship culminates in dense and cerebral rock mantras that are hard-wired to the head and heart. “The band’s music is incontestably real and is delivered in such a genuine manner that can be nothing short of enjoyable” The Savannah Chronicle
“Gringo Star filled the room, capturing the audience’s attention, as they stole the show with their driving Southern garage rock and impeccable rhythm” Golden Gate X Press“Rock ‘n roll with a bit of edge about it…it has enough twists and turns to mark Gringo Star as a band to watch. Wild and free, rock at its finest” Americana UK magazine
GRINGO STAR US TOUR DATES - OCTOBER 2008
Oct 3 - Star Bar - Atlanta, GA
Oct 4 - Star Bar - Atlanta, GA
Oct 8 - Preservation Pub - Knoxville, TN
Oct 9 - On The Rocks - Little Rock, AR
Oct 10 - Sticky Fingers - Little Rock, AR
Oct 11 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN
Oct 12 - Off Broadway - St. Louis, MO
Oct 13 - Day Trotter Session - Rock Springs, IL
Oct 13 - Huckleberry’s Pizza Parlour - Rock Springs, IL
Oct 14 - Beat Kitchen - Chicago, IL
Oct 15 - Southgate House - Covington, KY
Oct 16 - The Matinee - Cleveland, OH
Oct 17 - The Bog - Scranton, PA
Oct 18 - Chameleon Club - Lancaster, PA
Oct 19 - BAR - New Haven, CT
Oct 20 - Mercury Lounge - New York, NY
Oct 24 - Green Eggs And Jam - Boone, NC
Oct 25 - JJ’s Bohemia - Chattanooga, TN
Crafting an art-damaged and intense presence, the group’s sound falls somewhere between The Animals, Motown and The Kinks. In person, the group’s soft-spoken demeanor instills a sense of alluring mystery, but on stage, Gringo Star explode. Never ones to hang on to the same instruments for too long, each member of the group sprints and hurdles from station to station, swapping out guitar for bass for drums for voice, keyboard for accordion, kazoo for tambourine.
As a result, the band’s multifaceted musicianship culminates in dense and cerebral rock mantras that are hard-wired to the head and heart. “The band’s music is incontestably real and is delivered in such a genuine manner that can be nothing short of enjoyable” The Savannah Chronicle
“Gringo Star filled the room, capturing the audience’s attention, as they stole the show with their driving Southern garage rock and impeccable rhythm” Golden Gate X Press“Rock ‘n roll with a bit of edge about it…it has enough twists and turns to mark Gringo Star as a band to watch. Wild and free, rock at its finest” Americana UK magazine
GRINGO STAR US TOUR DATES - OCTOBER 2008
Oct 3 - Star Bar - Atlanta, GA
Oct 4 - Star Bar - Atlanta, GA
Oct 8 - Preservation Pub - Knoxville, TN
Oct 9 - On The Rocks - Little Rock, AR
Oct 10 - Sticky Fingers - Little Rock, AR
Oct 11 - Exit/In - Nashville, TN
Oct 12 - Off Broadway - St. Louis, MO
Oct 13 - Day Trotter Session - Rock Springs, IL
Oct 13 - Huckleberry’s Pizza Parlour - Rock Springs, IL
Oct 14 - Beat Kitchen - Chicago, IL
Oct 15 - Southgate House - Covington, KY
Oct 16 - The Matinee - Cleveland, OH
Oct 17 - The Bog - Scranton, PA
Oct 18 - Chameleon Club - Lancaster, PA
Oct 19 - BAR - New Haven, CT
Oct 20 - Mercury Lounge - New York, NY
Oct 24 - Green Eggs And Jam - Boone, NC
Oct 25 - JJ’s Bohemia - Chattanooga, TN
Gilli Moon performances
Upcoming gilli moon appearances Full details at www.gillimoon.com/tours
Tuesday, Sept 30
Genghis Cohen - gilli moon's Songsalive! Showcase
Los Angeles, CA
6:30 PM
World class songwriters in the round, hosted by gilli moon & J.Walker
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
L.A CA 90046
Just Nth Melrose. Plenty parking. $7
Come early. Starts 7pm sharp, till 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Res: 323.653.0640
ARTISTS with gilli moon www.gillimoon.com
Ecotonic (Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs) www.myspace.com/ecotonic
Greg Dormani www.sonicbids.com/gregdormani
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz
Elliott Samuel www.myspace.com/elliottsamuel
J.Walker www.rhymecology.com
Songsalive! - Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide www.songsalive.org
Saturday, October 11, 2008 day
Independent Music Conference Los Angeles
at Musician's Institute, Hollywood, CA.
gilli has been sponsoring and supporting this conference since its inception in 03 in Philadelphia. Come participate in one of the nation's most specific and true independent music conferences. The Conferences is from Friday 10 through Sunday 12th
gilli moon will be there from Friday, and runs her artist empowerment workshop on Saturday 11.30am, and is on the Women in Music panel at 1 pm and come participate in the Songsalive! Songcamp on Sunday 12th 2pm
http://www.IMC08.com/LA www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents
Saturday, October 11, 2008 evening
Artists for a Better World Festival
Celebrity Center
7.30pm
5930 Franklin Avenue
Hollywood, CA
gilli moon performs and also will present the 'Outstanding Contribution as an Artist Award' to this year's recipient (gilli was given this award in 2003).
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Genghis Cohen - gilli moon's Songsalive! Showcase
Los Angeles, CA 6:30 PM
Moved to Last Weds of mth
World class songwriters in the round, hosted by gilli moon & J.Walker
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
L.A CA 90046
Just Nth Melrose. Plenty parking. $7
Come early. Starts 7pm sharp, till 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Res: 323.653.0640
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles
Songsalive! - Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide www.songsalive.org
Sunday, November 02, 2008
The Mint - Matreya Rock Opera
Los Angeles, CA 1:00 AM
The Reading of an Original Rock Opera by Jayne DeMente & Gilli Moon.
Presented By Women's Heritage Project & Warrior Girl Music
1-3pm @ The MINT
6010 Pico Blvd., LA CA - Between La Cienega & Fairfax Blvd.'s
$35 Includes "special venue "Mint" beverage!
RSVP 323.463.2264
Proceeds go towards Women's Heritage Project and Females On Fire series. It's a worthy cause so come support!
Friday November 7 and Sunday November 9
Taxi Road Rally
5400 West Century Boulevard. Los Angeles, Ca. 9004
gilli conducts her "DIY Indie Artist Marketing, Touring and Promotion" workshop on Friday afternoon and Sun morning. Also come visit her at the Songsalive! booth
www.taxi.com www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents
Tuesday, Sept 30
Genghis Cohen - gilli moon's Songsalive! Showcase
Los Angeles, CA
6:30 PM
World class songwriters in the round, hosted by gilli moon & J.Walker
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
L.A CA 90046
Just Nth Melrose. Plenty parking. $7
Come early. Starts 7pm sharp, till 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Res: 323.653.0640
ARTISTS with gilli moon www.gillimoon.com
Ecotonic (Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs) www.myspace.com/ecotonic
Greg Dormani www.sonicbids.com/gregdormani
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz
Elliott Samuel www.myspace.com/elliottsamuel
J.Walker www.rhymecology.com
Songsalive! - Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide www.songsalive.org
Saturday, October 11, 2008 day
Independent Music Conference Los Angeles
at Musician's Institute, Hollywood, CA.
gilli has been sponsoring and supporting this conference since its inception in 03 in Philadelphia. Come participate in one of the nation's most specific and true independent music conferences. The Conferences is from Friday 10 through Sunday 12th
gilli moon will be there from Friday, and runs her artist empowerment workshop on Saturday 11.30am, and is on the Women in Music panel at 1 pm and come participate in the Songsalive! Songcamp on Sunday 12th 2pm
http://www.IMC08.com/LA www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents
Saturday, October 11, 2008 evening
Artists for a Better World Festival
Celebrity Center
7.30pm
5930 Franklin Avenue
Hollywood, CA
gilli moon performs and also will present the 'Outstanding Contribution as an Artist Award' to this year's recipient (gilli was given this award in 2003).
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Genghis Cohen - gilli moon's Songsalive! Showcase
Los Angeles, CA 6:30 PM
Moved to Last Weds of mth
World class songwriters in the round, hosted by gilli moon & J.Walker
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
L.A CA 90046
Just Nth Melrose. Plenty parking. $7
Come early. Starts 7pm sharp, till 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Res: 323.653.0640
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles
Songsalive! - Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide www.songsalive.org
Sunday, November 02, 2008
The Mint - Matreya Rock Opera
Los Angeles, CA 1:00 AM
The Reading of an Original Rock Opera by Jayne DeMente & Gilli Moon.
Presented By Women's Heritage Project & Warrior Girl Music
1-3pm @ The MINT
6010 Pico Blvd., LA CA - Between La Cienega & Fairfax Blvd.'s
$35 Includes "special venue "Mint" beverage!
RSVP 323.463.2264
Proceeds go towards Women's Heritage Project and Females On Fire series. It's a worthy cause so come support!
Friday November 7 and Sunday November 9
Taxi Road Rally
5400 West Century Boulevard. Los Angeles, Ca. 9004
gilli conducts her "DIY Indie Artist Marketing, Touring and Promotion" workshop on Friday afternoon and Sun morning. Also come visit her at the Songsalive! booth
www.taxi.com www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents
Camp Freddy appearance and other news
CAMP FREDDY - the Los Angeles-based "jam" group featuring Dave Navarro (ex-JANE'S ADDICTION, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS), Billy Morrison (ex-THE CULT bassist, current CIRCUS DIABLO vocalist), Matt Sorum (VELVET REVOLVER, ex-GUNS N' ROSES), Donovan Leitch (son of legendary folk singer Donovan), and Chris Chaney (JANE'S ADDICTION, ALANIS MORRISETTE) - will perform a short acoustic set in the afternoon of Saturday, October 4 at the John Varvatos store (3825 Cross Creek Rd., Ste. 9A) in Malibu, California.
In other news, CAMP FREDDY has announced that it has parted ways with Los Angeles' acclaimed Indie 103.1 radio station, which has aired the band's weekly show every Saturday for nearly five years.
Morrison says, "We all want to thank Indie for a great time, and personally I want to say that I have enjoyed doing the show for so many years. It's time for all concerned to change it up, move on and explore new pastures - so big up and massive respect to all at Indie - thanks for a good time, folks. And stay tuned for further radio news-- the 'Camp Freddy Radio' show will be back after these words from our sponsors!!!"
CAMP FREDDY is continuing work on what is expected to eventually be released as the band's debut album. Among the cuts that are set to appear on the effort are "20th Century Boy" (also featuring Steve Jones from THE SEX PISTOLS on lead guitar) and THIN LIZZY's "Jailbreak" (featuring ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist Jerry Cantrell on vocals and Billy Duffy on lead guitar). Other guest musicians include RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS drummer Chad Smith and singer Macy Gray.
In other news, CAMP FREDDY has announced that it has parted ways with Los Angeles' acclaimed Indie 103.1 radio station, which has aired the band's weekly show every Saturday for nearly five years.
Morrison says, "We all want to thank Indie for a great time, and personally I want to say that I have enjoyed doing the show for so many years. It's time for all concerned to change it up, move on and explore new pastures - so big up and massive respect to all at Indie - thanks for a good time, folks. And stay tuned for further radio news-- the 'Camp Freddy Radio' show will be back after these words from our sponsors!!!"
CAMP FREDDY is continuing work on what is expected to eventually be released as the band's debut album. Among the cuts that are set to appear on the effort are "20th Century Boy" (also featuring Steve Jones from THE SEX PISTOLS on lead guitar) and THIN LIZZY's "Jailbreak" (featuring ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist Jerry Cantrell on vocals and Billy Duffy on lead guitar). Other guest musicians include RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS drummer Chad Smith and singer Macy Gray.
NPR to stream Bob Dylan's latest prior to release
NPR Music – www.NPR.org/music – will exclusively stream Tell Tale Signs, the highly-anticipated forthcoming album from Bob Dylan, beginning Tuesday, September 30 at midnight, one week ahead of the album’s release on October 7. The entire 2-CD, 27-song set will be available to hear on-demand at NPR Music for the week leading up to its release.
Tell Tale Signs is the 8th installment in Dylan’s “Bootleg Series,” and features previously unreleased recordings, live performances and alternate versions of songs recorded during sessions for some of his most acclaimed albums, Oh Mercy and Time Out of Mind among them. Also included on the album are Dylan’s recordings for the soundtracks of the films Lucky You, Gods & Generals and North Country, and “32-20 Blues,” his first ever release of a Robert Johnson song.
The complete track listing for Tell Tale Signs and additional information about the album will be available at NPR Music starting tonight, where there is also an extensive archive of past interviews with, and music by, the legend: www.NPR.org/music
NPR Music is a premier destination for music, concerts, reviews and news about both established and upcoming artists, in all music genres. This summer, the site added three industry giants to its already extensive “Live in Concert from All Songs Considered” roster, when the site exclusively webcast concerts from Tom Waits, Randy Newman and Radiohead. All concerts are archived at the site.
NPR Music, marking its first anniversary in November 2008, features content from NPR and 12 NPR Member public radio stations, as well as original-to-NPR Music features such as live performances, studio sessions, interviews, reviews and blogs. Specific sections of the site are dedicated to rock/pop/folk, classical, jazz/blues, world and urban music. The site culls from NPR’s and the stations’ extensive music archives to present thousands of features; more than 240 new features are added to the site every month.
Tell Tale Signs is the 8th installment in Dylan’s “Bootleg Series,” and features previously unreleased recordings, live performances and alternate versions of songs recorded during sessions for some of his most acclaimed albums, Oh Mercy and Time Out of Mind among them. Also included on the album are Dylan’s recordings for the soundtracks of the films Lucky You, Gods & Generals and North Country, and “32-20 Blues,” his first ever release of a Robert Johnson song.
The complete track listing for Tell Tale Signs and additional information about the album will be available at NPR Music starting tonight, where there is also an extensive archive of past interviews with, and music by, the legend: www.NPR.org/music
NPR Music is a premier destination for music, concerts, reviews and news about both established and upcoming artists, in all music genres. This summer, the site added three industry giants to its already extensive “Live in Concert from All Songs Considered” roster, when the site exclusively webcast concerts from Tom Waits, Randy Newman and Radiohead. All concerts are archived at the site.
NPR Music, marking its first anniversary in November 2008, features content from NPR and 12 NPR Member public radio stations, as well as original-to-NPR Music features such as live performances, studio sessions, interviews, reviews and blogs. Specific sections of the site are dedicated to rock/pop/folk, classical, jazz/blues, world and urban music. The site culls from NPR’s and the stations’ extensive music archives to present thousands of features; more than 240 new features are added to the site every month.
Friday, September 26, 2008
End o' week musings
Sleep... sleep... yeah, I'll admit it, I need some zzzs bad. But it's still hard to sleep when there's so much life out there! Last Friday I attended the party/wake for Robert "The G-Man" Shields. It was weird because I was sooo flooded with emotion when they began showing clips from our old cable access TV shows. I haven't watched my tapes in a long time and I have to admit that the rapport he and I had was pretty amazing. I miss those days... and they will be a fond memory I will keep in my heart.
Saturday I braved the day and went to yoga at 7 a.m., then my cardio/weight class at 8 a.m. After that I ran errands and got ready for my appearance on "Marty's Corner." I got to be in a skit, then Marty interviewed me and finally I worked as his co-host. After the show I went to the cast party and had a good talk with his producer John Garside. Everyone gathered in front of the TV at midnight to watch the show. It was fun!
On Tuesday I joined the Light Bringer Project for a Doo Dah Parade presentation at the Pasadena Museum of History's garden lecture series for its members. The night was wonderful-- read about it and see some of the photos at my other blog, www.insidesocal.com/doodah
Wednesday I had dance practice for my big gig Sunday:
Tribal LA
Event Noon-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 and noon-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28
Performance 4:36 p.m. Sunday
Glendale Civic Auditorium
1401 Verdugo Road
Glendale
$10 advance/$15 at the door
I will also be in a parade at the Los Angeles County Fair on Saturday, so my weekend is booked, baby!
Last night I went to Knott's Halloween Haunt and had a blast. It wasn't very crowded so I got to go on quite a few rides, through probably every maze and even caught a show, plus enjoyed the VIP buffet. I didn't hit the pillow until sometime after 2 a.m., but it was way worth it. I highly recommend this event for spooky fans, but I suggest not going on a Friday or Saturday, as it gets so busy you may not get to do everything you'd like. Also wear com
fy shoes because there's so much walking I didn't need to work out this morning lol!
fy shoes because there's so much walking I didn't need to work out this morning lol!Other than my crazy weekend, next week is looking kinda quiet right now, but I know that won't last... Still, it would be nice to have a breather.
Photos we got 'em: As usual I found a couple of cute pet pics that I wanted to share. I'm also sharing some photos sent to me by artist Dave Lovejoy of his outdoor art installation corresponding with his "Circular Logic" exhibition in Pasadena. It consists of 1,000 magnifying glasses suspended by over a mile of galvanized steel wire, strung individually. The installation is up through the month of October, and is just off the 134 freeway at 88 Fair Oaks.
In rotation this week: I Am Ghost, Dave Morrison, Joe Walla, Wicked Tinkers and some other screaming metal album by a band whose name escapes me at the moment, but it really rocks...
Thought of the week: Positivity works. As you know I've been so down lately, but I've been trying to smile and talk about happy things and concentrate on the goals I have. I pray every night for guidance, strength and wisdom and, I'll admit, something personal that I want very much in my life. Slowly, things are beginning to come together and smooth out. I'm even getting a better feeling about my "special request." And slowly I am beginning to feel a little better inside.
No matter what is going on in your life, try to find some happiness. I'm not saying that you shouldn't discuss your problems with your best friend, but don't just dwell on them. And I'm not going to tell you to fix everything because, like in my case, sometimes we just can't control things. But do whatever you need to make that little bit of zen in your
world and the universe will ultimately be yours....
world and the universe will ultimately be yours....Keep on rockin'
Mickie
Alaska in Winter on tour
Alaska In Winter began when art student, Brandon Bethancourt spent a semester writing and recording music in an isolated cabin on the south coast of Alaska. Upon arrival back in New Mexico, he teamed up with Zach Condon of Beirut, Heather Trost of A Hawk And A Hacksaw and other friends, and thus began work on the album Dance Party In The Balkans. This debut release was released by Milan Records in July 2007 in the US after a release in the UK by Regular Beat a few months earlier.
After his critically acclaimed debut release, Bethancourt decided to quit his job, move out of his house and relocate to Berlin, Germany – a city he had been to before and had always dreamed of living in. He has spent the past 6 months writing and recording this upcoming release Holiday and begins his tour of Europe in late September. Holiday will be released on Milan Records on November 18, 2008.
Bethancourt takes much of his influence from his early years of growing up in the American South West, immersed in the musical low-rider culture of Santa Fe, New Mexico, as well as a slight Arabian influence on the part of his parents and their Byzantine church music. He combines these traditional sounds with programmed beats and use of the vocoder among other new technologies and techniques.
Because Bethancourt is the sole member of Alaska in Winter and does not read or write music, he uses multi-track recording to build his musical layers, using a variety of techniques.
“For Holiday, I recorded everything in my living room on a laptop and an old micro cassette tape recorder and used a German ghetto blaster as my monitor speakers. The only things I brought with me to Europe were my Powerbook laptop, an effects processor, a small midi keyboard, a microphone, and the hand held micro cassette tape recorder,” he explains. “Because I didn't actually have any instruments with me (aside from the elements I recorded before I came to Europe), the album turned out very electronic, very synthy as those were the only tools I had.”
In comparing how Holiday differs from Dance Party in the Balkans, Bethancourt explains, “I've definitely been influenced by Berlin on this album - much more electronic than the last, heavily based on synths, bass, and dancier drums and with hints of minimal house elements creeping in ever so slightly. Even within the album itself I can hear a progression of the Berlin electronic music scene influencing me more and more with the amount of time I spent here. The Berlin techno parties and all night dance marathons were big inspirations for me.
November and December U.S. tour dates are being firmed up for Alaska in Winter.
European Tour Dates:
Sept 25 - Rust, Copenhagen, Denmark
Sept 26 - Musikcaféen, Arhus, Denmark
Sept 27 - Klubb Republik, Norrkoping, Sweden
Sept 30 - Astra Stube, Hamburg, Germany
Oct 1 - Prinsenhof, Groningen, The Netherlands
Oct 2 - Paradiso, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Oct 4 - Ekko, Utrecht, The Netherlands
Oct 5 - Rotown, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Oct 7 - Nijdrop, Opwijk, Belgium
Oct 9 - Feinkost Lampe, Hannover, Germany
Oct 11 - The Kings Arms, Salford, UK
Oct 24 - 93 Feet East, London, UK
www.myspace.com/alaskainwinter
After his critically acclaimed debut release, Bethancourt decided to quit his job, move out of his house and relocate to Berlin, Germany – a city he had been to before and had always dreamed of living in. He has spent the past 6 months writing and recording this upcoming release Holiday and begins his tour of Europe in late September. Holiday will be released on Milan Records on November 18, 2008.
Bethancourt takes much of his influence from his early years of growing up in the American South West, immersed in the musical low-rider culture of Santa Fe, New Mexico, as well as a slight Arabian influence on the part of his parents and their Byzantine church music. He combines these traditional sounds with programmed beats and use of the vocoder among other new technologies and techniques.
Because Bethancourt is the sole member of Alaska in Winter and does not read or write music, he uses multi-track recording to build his musical layers, using a variety of techniques.
“For Holiday, I recorded everything in my living room on a laptop and an old micro cassette tape recorder and used a German ghetto blaster as my monitor speakers. The only things I brought with me to Europe were my Powerbook laptop, an effects processor, a small midi keyboard, a microphone, and the hand held micro cassette tape recorder,” he explains. “Because I didn't actually have any instruments with me (aside from the elements I recorded before I came to Europe), the album turned out very electronic, very synthy as those were the only tools I had.”
In comparing how Holiday differs from Dance Party in the Balkans, Bethancourt explains, “I've definitely been influenced by Berlin on this album - much more electronic than the last, heavily based on synths, bass, and dancier drums and with hints of minimal house elements creeping in ever so slightly. Even within the album itself I can hear a progression of the Berlin electronic music scene influencing me more and more with the amount of time I spent here. The Berlin techno parties and all night dance marathons were big inspirations for me.
November and December U.S. tour dates are being firmed up for Alaska in Winter.
European Tour Dates:
Sept 25 - Rust, Copenhagen, Denmark
Sept 26 - Musikcaféen, Arhus, Denmark
Sept 27 - Klubb Republik, Norrkoping, Sweden
Sept 30 - Astra Stube, Hamburg, Germany
Oct 1 - Prinsenhof, Groningen, The Netherlands
Oct 2 - Paradiso, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Oct 4 - Ekko, Utrecht, The Netherlands
Oct 5 - Rotown, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Oct 7 - Nijdrop, Opwijk, Belgium
Oct 9 - Feinkost Lampe, Hannover, Germany
Oct 11 - The Kings Arms, Salford, UK
Oct 24 - 93 Feet East, London, UK
www.myspace.com/alaskainwinter
Squeeze to appear on "Private Sessions"
Lynn Hoffman, host of the A&E series “Private Sessions,” spoke with Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook and confirmed the duo – known as Squeeze – will officially reunite and start working on a new album, their first project together in over 10 years.
Tilbrook said “I would never have thought that we got back together again after the last time we split up I thought that was it for us. In a weird way I was sort of happy with it, I was happy with my solo world and Chris was in his solo world… but it’s so nice to have the Squeeze thing back together again… we are going to work together on a record, a new record, and start writing together again…”
The news from Squeeze comes from a taping of the A&E series “Private Sessions,” a weekly one-hour music and performance series hosted by Lynn Hoffman. The one-hour episode, premiering Sunday, October 5 at 9 AM ET/PT, features performances of their smash hit songs “Tempted,” “Goodbye Girl,” “Pulling Mussels (From the Shell),” and “Another Nail In My Heart.”
“Private Sessions” showcases exclusive performances and conversations with top names in entertainment with a focus on contemporary music ranging from rock ‘n’ roll to pop to country. Each Sunday morning “Private Sessions” explores the body of work of a single artist or group and features current releases as well as career-building, influential or defining projects.
Currently in its second season, “Private Sessions” has featured guests including Avril Lavigne, Goo Goo Dolls, Toby Keith, Blues Traveler, Meat Loaf, Queen Latifah, Heart, Anthony Hopkins, Barenaked Ladies, Seal, Duran Duran, John Cusack, James Blunt, Maroon 5, Ringo Starr, Counting Crows, Cyndi Lauper, Chicago, Alanis Morissette, Jewel, Carly Simon and Sheryl Crow. The website is located at www.aetv.com/private-sessions.
Tilbrook said “I would never have thought that we got back together again after the last time we split up I thought that was it for us. In a weird way I was sort of happy with it, I was happy with my solo world and Chris was in his solo world… but it’s so nice to have the Squeeze thing back together again… we are going to work together on a record, a new record, and start writing together again…”
The news from Squeeze comes from a taping of the A&E series “Private Sessions,” a weekly one-hour music and performance series hosted by Lynn Hoffman. The one-hour episode, premiering Sunday, October 5 at 9 AM ET/PT, features performances of their smash hit songs “Tempted,” “Goodbye Girl,” “Pulling Mussels (From the Shell),” and “Another Nail In My Heart.”
“Private Sessions” showcases exclusive performances and conversations with top names in entertainment with a focus on contemporary music ranging from rock ‘n’ roll to pop to country. Each Sunday morning “Private Sessions” explores the body of work of a single artist or group and features current releases as well as career-building, influential or defining projects.
Currently in its second season, “Private Sessions” has featured guests including Avril Lavigne, Goo Goo Dolls, Toby Keith, Blues Traveler, Meat Loaf, Queen Latifah, Heart, Anthony Hopkins, Barenaked Ladies, Seal, Duran Duran, John Cusack, James Blunt, Maroon 5, Ringo Starr, Counting Crows, Cyndi Lauper, Chicago, Alanis Morissette, Jewel, Carly Simon and Sheryl Crow. The website is located at www.aetv.com/private-sessions.
Songsalive! showcase Oct. 3
Songsalive! Los Angeles Showcase
Featuring talented songwriters from around the globe, the Songsalive! Showcases are the best industry secret, a great happening all around the world. Songsalive! Showcases are a very cozy, intimate and acoustic environment where media and music industry representatives often drop by to check out the latest talent. Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original music. Showcases are conducted globally.
WHEN: Friday, October 3 Show starts 7:30 pm
WHERE:Hallenbeck's & Cahuenga General Store
5510 Cahuenga Blvd
North Hollywood, California 91601-2919
On Caheunga Blvd. 1/2 block north of Chandler on the right. www.hallenbecks.net
Light meals available
DONATIONS: $8 cover at the door. Supports the venue and our non profit efforts.As Songsalive! is a 501c)3) non profit charity, it is tax deductible. Ask for a receipt if necessary.
ABOUT THE SHOWCASE:
The Songsalive! Los Angeles Showcase features a new venue, a new date, and a new format! Songsalive returns to Hallenbeck's after a couple of years. Hallenbeck's is an well known venue for acoustic Los Angeles Songwriters and performers - they have a small stage with a great sound system, great food and drinks, it is family friendly too, with free parking on the street.
ARTISTS:
We have four performers who will be doing mini-sets in two rounds - so nice you hear them all twice! And we'll have a short intermission in the middle for food, stretching, and conversation.
Daniel McFeeley
Daniel McFeeley has been an artist of one kind or another since 3rd grade. (Winning a sculpture contest) He’s written and/or illustrated 10 kids books (a few NY times best sellers) , appeared on television shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Cagney and Lacy, and Moonlighting, and now with his thoughtful-slash-comedic songs… Dan has made appearances from the Comedy Store in LA to The subways of Paris. (see daniel’s newest songs… ask questions…make comments) http://www3.youtube.c... www.myspace.com/danielmcfeeley
Jay Matsueda
Jay Matsueda is resourceful L.A. singer songwriter who both performs solo and sometimes with L.A. session greats who he shoots professional photography for. His recorded songs are crafted with lyrical independence in mind, yet each song's meaning is accentuated by elaborate musical backdrops. First album EAT YOUR SAD is scheduled for a mid-September release. Music samples, photos and more at www.jaymatsueda.com
Siuan
Siuan was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, but moved to L.A. as teen. When she was a wee girl, she rebelled against her rebel lineage by trying to be practical. Siuan started college at 15 and majored in math and philosophy. After college, she went to work in engineering at NASA (JPL). Siuan also dabbled briefly in visual effects (even moving to New Zealand to work on Lord of the Rings). All the while she painted and fantasized about making music. She soon realized that though she would love to be a renaissance woman and truly do it all- she would always be a hobbyist if she didn't throw caution to the wind and leave practicality behind. She has been compared to Marianne Faithful, Kirsty MacColl, Chrissie Hynde, The Rentals... Her music has been described as completely original, somewhere between the Go Go's meets Bruce Springsteen! The comparisons are diverse and she is flattered by them all. www.suian.com www.myspace.com/suianmusic
David Babich David Babich is an exciting and sensitive performer whose songwriting blends folk, and pop-rock in a deeply personal and unique way. He has been writing for 15 years, but since his move back to L.A. in 2005 he has been in a highly prolific phase, releasing a solo EP and now preparing to produce his first full length. After training in classical voice and composition at UCLA, he became deeply involved in many styles of music including jazz, pop, folk and musical theatre. As an actor, he has performed in over 20 plays and musicals, and this experience as a stage performer is immediately noticeable as he musically tells his story. http://www.myspace.co...
MORE DETAILS AND CONTACT:
www.songsalive.org for details (click on chapters and then los angeles) and to contact us (from the website). Also check out our Meetup group listed on the website
CALL FOR ARTISTS: - booking for Nov./Dec./Jan.
* You must be able to guarantee a min. of 5 guests.
* 6 song acoustic set
* You must be a Songsalive! member www.songsalive.org
* Showcase application at www.songsalive.org (log in and follow the link for apply for a showcase)
NOTE: Please also come out and support our new Elite Member Showcase in the Round - Hosted By Songsalive! President Gilli Moon, Tuesday September 30 at Genghis Cohen.
www.songsalive.org
Featuring talented songwriters from around the globe, the Songsalive! Showcases are the best industry secret, a great happening all around the world. Songsalive! Showcases are a very cozy, intimate and acoustic environment where media and music industry representatives often drop by to check out the latest talent. Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original music. Showcases are conducted globally.
WHEN: Friday, October 3 Show starts 7:30 pm
WHERE:Hallenbeck's & Cahuenga General Store
5510 Cahuenga Blvd
North Hollywood, California 91601-2919
On Caheunga Blvd. 1/2 block north of Chandler on the right. www.hallenbecks.net
Light meals available
DONATIONS: $8 cover at the door. Supports the venue and our non profit efforts.As Songsalive! is a 501c)3) non profit charity, it is tax deductible. Ask for a receipt if necessary.
ABOUT THE SHOWCASE:
The Songsalive! Los Angeles Showcase features a new venue, a new date, and a new format! Songsalive returns to Hallenbeck's after a couple of years. Hallenbeck's is an well known venue for acoustic Los Angeles Songwriters and performers - they have a small stage with a great sound system, great food and drinks, it is family friendly too, with free parking on the street.
ARTISTS:
We have four performers who will be doing mini-sets in two rounds - so nice you hear them all twice! And we'll have a short intermission in the middle for food, stretching, and conversation.
Daniel McFeeley
Daniel McFeeley has been an artist of one kind or another since 3rd grade. (Winning a sculpture contest) He’s written and/or illustrated 10 kids books (a few NY times best sellers) , appeared on television shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Cagney and Lacy, and Moonlighting, and now with his thoughtful-slash-comedic songs… Dan has made appearances from the Comedy Store in LA to The subways of Paris. (see daniel’s newest songs… ask questions…make comments) http://www3.youtube.c... www.myspace.com/danielmcfeeley
Jay Matsueda
Jay Matsueda is resourceful L.A. singer songwriter who both performs solo and sometimes with L.A. session greats who he shoots professional photography for. His recorded songs are crafted with lyrical independence in mind, yet each song's meaning is accentuated by elaborate musical backdrops. First album EAT YOUR SAD is scheduled for a mid-September release. Music samples, photos and more at www.jaymatsueda.com
Siuan
Siuan was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, but moved to L.A. as teen. When she was a wee girl, she rebelled against her rebel lineage by trying to be practical. Siuan started college at 15 and majored in math and philosophy. After college, she went to work in engineering at NASA (JPL). Siuan also dabbled briefly in visual effects (even moving to New Zealand to work on Lord of the Rings). All the while she painted and fantasized about making music. She soon realized that though she would love to be a renaissance woman and truly do it all- she would always be a hobbyist if she didn't throw caution to the wind and leave practicality behind. She has been compared to Marianne Faithful, Kirsty MacColl, Chrissie Hynde, The Rentals... Her music has been described as completely original, somewhere between the Go Go's meets Bruce Springsteen! The comparisons are diverse and she is flattered by them all. www.suian.com www.myspace.com/suianmusic
David Babich David Babich is an exciting and sensitive performer whose songwriting blends folk, and pop-rock in a deeply personal and unique way. He has been writing for 15 years, but since his move back to L.A. in 2005 he has been in a highly prolific phase, releasing a solo EP and now preparing to produce his first full length. After training in classical voice and composition at UCLA, he became deeply involved in many styles of music including jazz, pop, folk and musical theatre. As an actor, he has performed in over 20 plays and musicals, and this experience as a stage performer is immediately noticeable as he musically tells his story. http://www.myspace.co...
MORE DETAILS AND CONTACT:
www.songsalive.org for details (click on chapters and then los angeles) and to contact us (from the website). Also check out our Meetup group listed on the website
CALL FOR ARTISTS: - booking for Nov./Dec./Jan.
* You must be able to guarantee a min. of 5 guests.
* 6 song acoustic set
* You must be a Songsalive! member www.songsalive.org
* Showcase application at www.songsalive.org (log in and follow the link for apply for a showcase)
NOTE: Please also come out and support our new Elite Member Showcase in the Round - Hosted By Songsalive! President Gilli Moon, Tuesday September 30 at Genghis Cohen.
www.songsalive.org
Aeromyth shows in Riverside and more
Sat Sept 27th 11pm
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Romanos
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #58
Riverside, CA 92506
951-781-7662
Wednesday Oct 1st, 2008 7PM to 9PM
Michael Angelo Batio
Neal's Music
6916 Warner Ave
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Call 714-842-9965 to purchase tickets!
ALL AGES
_____________________________________
Other Upcoming Shows
Friday Oct 3rd 9pmA
EROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
PYROMANIA "Def Leppard Tribute"
Oceanview Pavilion
575 E Surfside Dr
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
(805)986-4818
http://www.oceanviewinfo.com
Saturday Oct 18th 8PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy.
Indio, CA 92203-3499
800-827-2946
http://www.fantasyspringsresort.com/
Friday Oct 24th 9PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute
Monsters of Rock opens the show
Arbors Restaurant
6060 Warner Ave
Huntington Beach, CA
call 714-842-5111 for dinner seating
Monday Oct 27th 10PM
Aeromyth "Aerosmith Tribute"
With Steel Panther
The Keyclub
9039 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-274-5800
http://www.keyclub.com
Sat Nov 15th 9PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute"
Brixton
100 "J" Fisherman's Wharf
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
714-545-3460 - www.brixtonsouthbay.com
Purchase tickets by calling Neal at 714-330-9428
Fri & Sat Nov 21st & 22nd
Disco Freaks "70's Disco Tribute"
Monsters of Rock "Classic Rock"
Aquarius Casino Resort
1900 S. Casino Dr.
Laughlin, Nevada 89029
1-702-298-5111 - 1-800-662-5825
www.aquariuscasinoresort.com/
Friday Dec 5th 9PM
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Brixton
100 "J" Fisherman's Wharf
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
714-545-3460 - www.brixtonsouthbay.com
Purchase tickets by calling Neal at 714-330-9428
Wed Dec 31st 9PM "Exact Time to be Announced"
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Fremont Street New Years Eve Party
425 Fremont Street
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
702-678-5777 or go to http://www.vegasexperience.com/
Sponsored by: www.nealsmusic.com
Neal's Music
6916 Warner Ave,Huntington Beach, CA 92647
714-842-9965
AEROSMITH TRIBUTE- AEROMYTH http://www.aerosmithtribute.com/
My Space - www.myspace.com/aerosmithcoverband
DEF LEPPARD TRIBUTE- PYROMANIA www.defleppardtribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/pyromaniadefleptribute
ARENA ROCK TRIBUTE - MONSTERS OF ROCK www.rocknrolltribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/monstersofrockband
70'S DISCO TRIBUTE - DISCO FREAKS http://www.discotribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/discofreaksband
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Romanos
5225 Canyon Crest Dr #58
Riverside, CA 92506
951-781-7662
Wednesday Oct 1st, 2008 7PM to 9PM
Michael Angelo Batio
Neal's Music
6916 Warner Ave
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Call 714-842-9965 to purchase tickets!
ALL AGES
_____________________________________
Other Upcoming Shows
Friday Oct 3rd 9pmA
EROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
PYROMANIA "Def Leppard Tribute"
Oceanview Pavilion
575 E Surfside Dr
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
(805)986-4818
http://www.oceanviewinfo.com
Saturday Oct 18th 8PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy.
Indio, CA 92203-3499
800-827-2946
http://www.fantasyspringsresort.com/
Friday Oct 24th 9PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute
Monsters of Rock opens the show
Arbors Restaurant
6060 Warner Ave
Huntington Beach, CA
call 714-842-5111 for dinner seating
Monday Oct 27th 10PM
Aeromyth "Aerosmith Tribute"
With Steel Panther
The Keyclub
9039 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-274-5800
http://www.keyclub.com
Sat Nov 15th 9PM
Pyromania "Def Leppard Tribute"
Brixton
100 "J" Fisherman's Wharf
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
714-545-3460 - www.brixtonsouthbay.com
Purchase tickets by calling Neal at 714-330-9428
Fri & Sat Nov 21st & 22nd
Disco Freaks "70's Disco Tribute"
Monsters of Rock "Classic Rock"
Aquarius Casino Resort
1900 S. Casino Dr.
Laughlin, Nevada 89029
1-702-298-5111 - 1-800-662-5825
www.aquariuscasinoresort.com/
Friday Dec 5th 9PM
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Brixton
100 "J" Fisherman's Wharf
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
714-545-3460 - www.brixtonsouthbay.com
Purchase tickets by calling Neal at 714-330-9428
Wed Dec 31st 9PM "Exact Time to be Announced"
AEROMYTH "Aerosmith Tribute"
Fremont Street New Years Eve Party
425 Fremont Street
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
702-678-5777 or go to http://www.vegasexperience.com/
Sponsored by: www.nealsmusic.com
Neal's Music
6916 Warner Ave,Huntington Beach, CA 92647
714-842-9965
AEROSMITH TRIBUTE- AEROMYTH http://www.aerosmithtribute.com/
My Space - www.myspace.com/aerosmithcoverband
DEF LEPPARD TRIBUTE- PYROMANIA www.defleppardtribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/pyromaniadefleptribute
ARENA ROCK TRIBUTE - MONSTERS OF ROCK www.rocknrolltribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/monstersofrockband
70'S DISCO TRIBUTE - DISCO FREAKS http://www.discotribute.com/
My Space myspace.com/discofreaksband
Blessthefall finds new lead signer
Lesser bands might implode after facing the sudden departure of its lead singer mid-tour, but Arizona's blessthefall did anything but, after vowing to keep moving forward when it parted ways with former frontman Craig Mabbitt during a European tour with Silverstein in late 2007.
As one of the highlights on last winter's Rockstar Taste of Chaos, blessthefall proved not only that they could still rock; but that they were rock solid. With bass player Jared Warth and guitarist Eric Lambert filling in temporarily on screams and singing parts respectively, the band rose to the challenge and then some.
After months spent searching for a permanent lead singer, blessthefall finally found what they were looking for in L.A. native (and current Huntington Beach, CA resident)
Beau Bokan. Upon their initial meeting, an immediate rapport was struck with the singer and he was soon welcomed into the family.
As drummer Matt Traynor explains," It was not an easy task finding a singer who can sing well, rock out, and most importantly, fit in with the band and click with the four of us. (Beau) is the nicest dude we have tried out and sings like a beast. "
Blessthefall is expected to hit the studio in November to begin recording the follow-up to its 2007 breakthrough release, His Last Walk (Science Records). Since forming the new lineup the band mates have been bonding while camped out in Costa Mesa, CA, where they are furiously writing new material and demoing tracks.
Starting today, Buzznet.com will exclusively premiere "To Hell And Back", the first blessthefall track featuring Bokan on vocals, as well as new photos of the band. On Friday, September, 26, blessthefall will launch their brand new MySpace page featuring additional exclusive photos.
Visit http://blessthefall.buzznet.com or www.myspace.com/blessthefall for all the latest news on blessthefall.
As one of the highlights on last winter's Rockstar Taste of Chaos, blessthefall proved not only that they could still rock; but that they were rock solid. With bass player Jared Warth and guitarist Eric Lambert filling in temporarily on screams and singing parts respectively, the band rose to the challenge and then some.
After months spent searching for a permanent lead singer, blessthefall finally found what they were looking for in L.A. native (and current Huntington Beach, CA resident)
Beau Bokan. Upon their initial meeting, an immediate rapport was struck with the singer and he was soon welcomed into the family.
As drummer Matt Traynor explains," It was not an easy task finding a singer who can sing well, rock out, and most importantly, fit in with the band and click with the four of us. (Beau) is the nicest dude we have tried out and sings like a beast. "
Blessthefall is expected to hit the studio in November to begin recording the follow-up to its 2007 breakthrough release, His Last Walk (Science Records). Since forming the new lineup the band mates have been bonding while camped out in Costa Mesa, CA, where they are furiously writing new material and demoing tracks.
Starting today, Buzznet.com will exclusively premiere "To Hell And Back", the first blessthefall track featuring Bokan on vocals, as well as new photos of the band. On Friday, September, 26, blessthefall will launch their brand new MySpace page featuring additional exclusive photos.
Visit http://blessthefall.buzznet.com or www.myspace.com/blessthefall for all the latest news on blessthefall.
Monrovia church to offer extreme home makeover
Getting a fresh start and having new beginnings for families in need are certainly welcomed during economically strapped times. New Beginnings Family Church in Monrovia is seeking to give three families an extreme home makeover. Families wishing to apply must live in Monrovia, Irwindale or Duarte, have a home improvement need, and own their home.
New Beginnings Family Church is looking to make a difference for families whose stories are compelling and demonstrate a need. The deadline to submit the application is Friday, October 3.
As part of the church’s Season of Giving for the upcoming holidays, this program demonstrates the love people have towards one another, the willingness to give to others, and the courage to step up and make a difference in the lives of families in need.
“In our mission, we strive to meet people in their comfort zone, with messages that deal with their everyday challenges, hopes and heartbreaks, and in ways they can relate—through movies, books, music and drama,” said Pastor Rob Spina of New Beginnings Family Church. “Our Season of Giving literally opens the door to God’s will. We want to make a difference in the lives of families struggling to get by. Comforting them in their own home by giving them a home remodel is an exciting way to get a fresh start and have a new beginning, a new beginning of hope, faith, and love.”
Businesses willing to be part of the Season of Giving can call the church too and open their doors. Contributing lumber, appliances, home décor, among other things are items welcomed by the church as well as the families who will benefit.
To download the Season of Giving application or to learn more about the Monrovia church, visit www.go2nbfc.org or call New Beginnings Family Church at 626-480-1390.
New Beginnings Family Church is looking to make a difference for families whose stories are compelling and demonstrate a need. The deadline to submit the application is Friday, October 3.
As part of the church’s Season of Giving for the upcoming holidays, this program demonstrates the love people have towards one another, the willingness to give to others, and the courage to step up and make a difference in the lives of families in need.
“In our mission, we strive to meet people in their comfort zone, with messages that deal with their everyday challenges, hopes and heartbreaks, and in ways they can relate—through movies, books, music and drama,” said Pastor Rob Spina of New Beginnings Family Church. “Our Season of Giving literally opens the door to God’s will. We want to make a difference in the lives of families struggling to get by. Comforting them in their own home by giving them a home remodel is an exciting way to get a fresh start and have a new beginning, a new beginning of hope, faith, and love.”
Businesses willing to be part of the Season of Giving can call the church too and open their doors. Contributing lumber, appliances, home décor, among other things are items welcomed by the church as well as the families who will benefit.
To download the Season of Giving application or to learn more about the Monrovia church, visit www.go2nbfc.org or call New Beginnings Family Church at 626-480-1390.
San Gabriel Valley cancer survivors may apply for award
For a limited time, the East San Gabriel Valley Unit of the American Cancer Society is offering a free Survivors Medal for cancer survivors in West Covina, Covina, Baldwin Park, La Puente, Hacienda Heights, Walnut, Rowland Heights, Glendora and Azusa.
For information, call (626) 966-9994 and choose option three.
For information, call (626) 966-9994 and choose option three.
Yes to tour beginning November
YES concerts have always been very special events, and this winter’s “In the Present” tour, hitting a total of 30 cities in November and December, will be no different, as Steve Howe, Chris Squire and Alan White play selections from hit albums like Fragile, Close to the Edge, Tales from Topographic Oceans and 90125 along with audience favorites like “Roundabout,” “Owner of a Lonely Heart” and “I’ve Seen All Good People,” some of the enduring classics that have made YES the most influential and groundbreaking progressive group in rock & roll.
The tour will get underway at the Hamilton Place Theater in Hamilton, ON, on Nov. 4 and run through Dec. 17 at the Hard Rock Casino in Miami., featuring guitarist Howe, bassist Squire and drummer White, joined by keyboardist Oliver Wakeman, the son of YES’ Rick Wakeman, and vocalist Benoit David, a Montreal, Quebec, native and vocalist in several YES tribute groups, who was discovered by the band on the Internet and invited on the tour.
The group’s itinerary includes performances at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom on Nov. 14, Baltimore’s Ram’s Head Live Nov. 16, Cleveland’s House of Blues Nov. 25, Detroit’s Fillmore on Nov. 26, Cincinnati’s Taft Theater Nov. 29, St. Louis’ The Pageant Dec. 2, Chicago’s Chicago Theater Dec. 3, Atlanta’s The Tabernacle Dec. 7, Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium Dec. 10 and Orlando’s Hard Rock Live Nov. 14, with more dates to be announced.
Over the course of a remarkable 40-year career that has time and again redefined the boundaries of rock, YES have become renowned for their live performances since being formed in 1968 by Chris Squire and Jon Anderson, who shared a mutual interest in vocal harmonies and classical music. With drummer Bill Bruford, guitarist Peter Banks and keyboardist Tony Kaye, they became YES, earning a residency at the famed London venue The Marquee Club, where they played with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd, releasing their self-titled debut album in July 1969.
Guitarist Steve Howe, who went on to play in the popular prog-rock groups Asia and GTR and continues releasing acclaimed solo albums and touring, brought an experimental cutting edge to YES for their 1970’s The Yes Album, their first album to top the UK charts. Drummer Alan White, who had been hand-picked to play on John Lennon’s Imagine and George Harrison’s All Things Must Pass, came aboard in 1972. YES then went on to conquer America and played at some of the largest paid attendance concerts of all time, including JFK Stadium in Philadelphia in 1976 to a crowd of over 130,000 people.
A dominant force in rock music for more than four decades, YES has created some of rock’s most enduring and compelling hits, selling more than 30 million albums worldwide. The group has defined music history with their dynamic instrumental contrasts and abstract lyrics. Their symphonic use of sound and innovative musical styles continues to make them the most successful progressive rock band in history and their amazing career continues to defy many of their rock counterparts.
Says Chris Squire: ‘In the Present’ perfectly describes our experience in rediscovering these songs all over again while performing them in concert, as if for the very first time.”
“IN THE PRESENT” TOUR DATES
Nov. 4: Hamilton Place Theater, Hamilton, ON
Nov. 5: Massey Hall, Toronto, ON
Nov. 7: Hampton Beach Casino, Hampton Beach, NH
Nov. 8: Community Arts Center, Williamsport, PA
Nov. 9: Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
Nov. 11: Hershey Theater, Hershey, PA
Nov. 12: The LC Pavilion, Columbus, OH
Nov. 14: Hammerstein Ballroom, NY, NY
Nov. 15: Paramount Theatre, Asbury Park, NJ
Nov. 16: Ram’s Head Live, Baltimore, MD
Nov. 18: Sovereign PAC, Reading, PA
Nov. 19: The National, Richmond, VA
Nov. 21: Borgata Events Center, Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 22: Theatre @ Westbury, Westbury, NY
Nov. 23: Theatre @Times Union Center, Albany, NY
Nov. 25: House of Blues, Cleveland, OH
Nov. 26: The Fillmore, Detroit, MI
Nov. 28: Taft Theatre, Cincinnati, OH
Nov. 29: Riverside Theater, Milwaukee, WI
Nov. 30: US Cellular Center, Bloomington, IL
Dec. 2: The Pageant, St. Louis, MO
Dec. 3: Chicago Theater, Chicago, IL
Dec. 6: House of Blues, Myrtle Beach, SC
Dec. 7: The Tabernacle, Atlanta, GA
Dec. 9: Palace Theater, Louisville, KY
Dec. 10: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
Dec. 14: Hard Rock Live, Orlando, FL
Dec. 15: Ruth Eckerd, Clearwater, FL
Dec. 17: Hard Rock Casino, Miami, FL
The tour will get underway at the Hamilton Place Theater in Hamilton, ON, on Nov. 4 and run through Dec. 17 at the Hard Rock Casino in Miami., featuring guitarist Howe, bassist Squire and drummer White, joined by keyboardist Oliver Wakeman, the son of YES’ Rick Wakeman, and vocalist Benoit David, a Montreal, Quebec, native and vocalist in several YES tribute groups, who was discovered by the band on the Internet and invited on the tour.
The group’s itinerary includes performances at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom on Nov. 14, Baltimore’s Ram’s Head Live Nov. 16, Cleveland’s House of Blues Nov. 25, Detroit’s Fillmore on Nov. 26, Cincinnati’s Taft Theater Nov. 29, St. Louis’ The Pageant Dec. 2, Chicago’s Chicago Theater Dec. 3, Atlanta’s The Tabernacle Dec. 7, Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium Dec. 10 and Orlando’s Hard Rock Live Nov. 14, with more dates to be announced.
Over the course of a remarkable 40-year career that has time and again redefined the boundaries of rock, YES have become renowned for their live performances since being formed in 1968 by Chris Squire and Jon Anderson, who shared a mutual interest in vocal harmonies and classical music. With drummer Bill Bruford, guitarist Peter Banks and keyboardist Tony Kaye, they became YES, earning a residency at the famed London venue The Marquee Club, where they played with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd, releasing their self-titled debut album in July 1969.
Guitarist Steve Howe, who went on to play in the popular prog-rock groups Asia and GTR and continues releasing acclaimed solo albums and touring, brought an experimental cutting edge to YES for their 1970’s The Yes Album, their first album to top the UK charts. Drummer Alan White, who had been hand-picked to play on John Lennon’s Imagine and George Harrison’s All Things Must Pass, came aboard in 1972. YES then went on to conquer America and played at some of the largest paid attendance concerts of all time, including JFK Stadium in Philadelphia in 1976 to a crowd of over 130,000 people.
A dominant force in rock music for more than four decades, YES has created some of rock’s most enduring and compelling hits, selling more than 30 million albums worldwide. The group has defined music history with their dynamic instrumental contrasts and abstract lyrics. Their symphonic use of sound and innovative musical styles continues to make them the most successful progressive rock band in history and their amazing career continues to defy many of their rock counterparts.
Says Chris Squire: ‘In the Present’ perfectly describes our experience in rediscovering these songs all over again while performing them in concert, as if for the very first time.”
“IN THE PRESENT” TOUR DATES
Nov. 4: Hamilton Place Theater, Hamilton, ON
Nov. 5: Massey Hall, Toronto, ON
Nov. 7: Hampton Beach Casino, Hampton Beach, NH
Nov. 8: Community Arts Center, Williamsport, PA
Nov. 9: Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
Nov. 11: Hershey Theater, Hershey, PA
Nov. 12: The LC Pavilion, Columbus, OH
Nov. 14: Hammerstein Ballroom, NY, NY
Nov. 15: Paramount Theatre, Asbury Park, NJ
Nov. 16: Ram’s Head Live, Baltimore, MD
Nov. 18: Sovereign PAC, Reading, PA
Nov. 19: The National, Richmond, VA
Nov. 21: Borgata Events Center, Atlantic City, NJ
Nov. 22: Theatre @ Westbury, Westbury, NY
Nov. 23: Theatre @Times Union Center, Albany, NY
Nov. 25: House of Blues, Cleveland, OH
Nov. 26: The Fillmore, Detroit, MI
Nov. 28: Taft Theatre, Cincinnati, OH
Nov. 29: Riverside Theater, Milwaukee, WI
Nov. 30: US Cellular Center, Bloomington, IL
Dec. 2: The Pageant, St. Louis, MO
Dec. 3: Chicago Theater, Chicago, IL
Dec. 6: House of Blues, Myrtle Beach, SC
Dec. 7: The Tabernacle, Atlanta, GA
Dec. 9: Palace Theater, Louisville, KY
Dec. 10: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
Dec. 14: Hard Rock Live, Orlando, FL
Dec. 15: Ruth Eckerd, Clearwater, FL
Dec. 17: Hard Rock Casino, Miami, FL
Locksley to headline par tof MTV's Choose or Lose tour
MTV's Choose or Lose campaign and Feature Records announced today that the band Locksley will headline a national tour to support America's U.S. military veterans issues. The tour, which is the latest installment of "Choose or Lose's" ongoing campaign to raise awareness for young veteran issues, kicks off in Boston, MA on October 5, 2008 and wraps in Vienna, VA on November 3, 2008. Volunteers from Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the country's first and largest nonprofit, nonpartisan Iraq and Afghanistan veterans group, will be on-hand at each concert stop to help raise awareness and garner support around issues facing young veterans.
Additionally, a select number of veterans will be provided with free tickets to attend each show. These tickets will be funded through proceeds contributed by local bands on SonicBids.com as they compete to open the concert in their local city by submitting their electronic press kits (EPKs) online according to the listed instructions on the site. Bands can submit by uploading their EPKs by September 29, 2008 on http://www.sonicbids.com/mtvchooseorlose.
Additionally, select venues will feature a set-up of the recently released Rock Band 2(TM) video game, giving veterans and attendees a chance to rock-out with their own Rock Band bands.
"Recent MTV research revealed that nearly 70 percent of young people 18 - 29 personally know someone who has fought in Iraq or Afghanistan. With so many of our nation's young people affected, it's critical that we bring veterans issues into the forefront of political discussions across the country," said Ian Rowe, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Public Affairs. "By kicking off this national tour with Locksley, we're extending our reach even further to connect with a broad audience, tying this important message to the power of music."
"Choose or Lose '08" (http://www.ChooseorLose.com) is MTV's Emmy-Award winning campaign to engage, inform and empower young voters on the political issues that matter to them most. First launched in 1992, the campaign has helped fuel several of the largest youth voter turnouts in US history, including in 2004, when it helped inspire nearly 22 million 18-30 year olds to register and vote. Young voters can log on to http://www.ChooseorLose.com to register to vote, gather information about absentee voting, and stay informed on political issues.
"I think voting isn't even important, it's imperative," said Kai Kennedy of Locksley. "It's our right that people died for to give to us. Exercising that right is the most patriotic thing that anyone can do."
Locksley was recently featured as an MTV Artist of the Week, and is extremely active in voicing the importance of political involvement and awareness. This concert tour coincides with the band's recently re-issued CD Don't Make Me Wait available in stores now..
Without the support of a major label system the band was able to accomplish unprecedented success based on the merit of their songwriting, landing highly coveted spots on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Kimmel Live as well as placement of their hit single My Kind Of Lover in J.J. Abrams' much anticipated Cloverfield. They were also awarded the honor of composing Why Can't I Be You for the MTV show of the same name and the track's music video won mtvU's The Freshman.
Locksley / Choose or Lose Tour Dates Include:
Sun 05 Oct BOSTON, MA
Mon 06 Oct STATE COLLEGE, PA
Tue 07 Oct PITTSBURGH, PA
Wed 08 Oct YOUNGSTOWN, OH
Thu 09 Oct DETROIT, MI
Fri 10 Oct MADISON, WI
Sat 11 Oct CHICAGO, IL
Mon 13 Oct DES MOINES, IA
Tue 14 Oct MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Wed 15 Oct LAWRENCE, KS
Thu 16 Oct DENVER, CO
Fri 17 Oct SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Sun 19 Oct TUCSON, AZ
Mon 20 Oct LOS ANGELES, CA
Wed 22 Oct ALBUQUERQUE
Fri 24 Oct AUSTIN, TX
Sat 25 Oct HOUSTON, TX
Sun 26 Oct DALLAS, TX
Tue 28 Oct NASHVILLE, TN
Wed 29 Oct ATLANTA, GA
Thu 30 Oct CHARLOTTE, NC
Sat 01 Nov NEW YORK, NY
Mon 03 Nov Vienna, VA
Other elements of "Choose or Lose '08" include the recent special where MTV News and Kanye West teamed up to tell the stories of returning veterans in the powerful documentary "Choose or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming." In this one hour special, Kanye West, along with MTV's Sway Calloway, gave recently returned Iraq war veterans the surprise of their lives by unexpectedly visiting their homes.
The campaign also pioneered the MTV / MySpace Presidential Dialogue Series, which featured Senators McCain, Clinton, Obama, Edwards, Governor Huckabee and Representative Paul taking unfiltered questions - in person and online, in real time - from youth nationwide; "Choose or Lose Presents Clinton & Obama Answer Young Veterans"; and MTV "Street Team '08," 51 specially-recruited citizen journalists, one in each state and Washington, D.C., covering the 2008 elections from a youth perspective.
"Street Team" members file weekly multi-media reports, tailor their coverage for mobile devices and focus on the political issues that most impact young people in their respective states. On July 4th Choose or Lose presented exclusive 60-second video messages on MTV2 from presumptive Presidential candidates, republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Senator Barack Obama. These messages paid tribute to the young men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces.
All "Choose or Lose" content - plus more information on the candidates, issues, registering to vote and a spirited debate - can be found on http://www.ChooseorLose.com.
Additionally, a select number of veterans will be provided with free tickets to attend each show. These tickets will be funded through proceeds contributed by local bands on SonicBids.com as they compete to open the concert in their local city by submitting their electronic press kits (EPKs) online according to the listed instructions on the site. Bands can submit by uploading their EPKs by September 29, 2008 on http://www.sonicbids.com/mtvchooseorlose.
Additionally, select venues will feature a set-up of the recently released Rock Band 2(TM) video game, giving veterans and attendees a chance to rock-out with their own Rock Band bands.
"Recent MTV research revealed that nearly 70 percent of young people 18 - 29 personally know someone who has fought in Iraq or Afghanistan. With so many of our nation's young people affected, it's critical that we bring veterans issues into the forefront of political discussions across the country," said Ian Rowe, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Public Affairs. "By kicking off this national tour with Locksley, we're extending our reach even further to connect with a broad audience, tying this important message to the power of music."
"Choose or Lose '08" (http://www.ChooseorLose.com) is MTV's Emmy-Award winning campaign to engage, inform and empower young voters on the political issues that matter to them most. First launched in 1992, the campaign has helped fuel several of the largest youth voter turnouts in US history, including in 2004, when it helped inspire nearly 22 million 18-30 year olds to register and vote. Young voters can log on to http://www.ChooseorLose.com to register to vote, gather information about absentee voting, and stay informed on political issues.
"I think voting isn't even important, it's imperative," said Kai Kennedy of Locksley. "It's our right that people died for to give to us. Exercising that right is the most patriotic thing that anyone can do."
Locksley was recently featured as an MTV Artist of the Week, and is extremely active in voicing the importance of political involvement and awareness. This concert tour coincides with the band's recently re-issued CD Don't Make Me Wait available in stores now..
Without the support of a major label system the band was able to accomplish unprecedented success based on the merit of their songwriting, landing highly coveted spots on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Kimmel Live as well as placement of their hit single My Kind Of Lover in J.J. Abrams' much anticipated Cloverfield. They were also awarded the honor of composing Why Can't I Be You for the MTV show of the same name and the track's music video won mtvU's The Freshman.
Locksley / Choose or Lose Tour Dates Include:
Sun 05 Oct BOSTON, MA
Mon 06 Oct STATE COLLEGE, PA
Tue 07 Oct PITTSBURGH, PA
Wed 08 Oct YOUNGSTOWN, OH
Thu 09 Oct DETROIT, MI
Fri 10 Oct MADISON, WI
Sat 11 Oct CHICAGO, IL
Mon 13 Oct DES MOINES, IA
Tue 14 Oct MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Wed 15 Oct LAWRENCE, KS
Thu 16 Oct DENVER, CO
Fri 17 Oct SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Sun 19 Oct TUCSON, AZ
Mon 20 Oct LOS ANGELES, CA
Wed 22 Oct ALBUQUERQUE
Fri 24 Oct AUSTIN, TX
Sat 25 Oct HOUSTON, TX
Sun 26 Oct DALLAS, TX
Tue 28 Oct NASHVILLE, TN
Wed 29 Oct ATLANTA, GA
Thu 30 Oct CHARLOTTE, NC
Sat 01 Nov NEW YORK, NY
Mon 03 Nov Vienna, VA
Other elements of "Choose or Lose '08" include the recent special where MTV News and Kanye West teamed up to tell the stories of returning veterans in the powerful documentary "Choose or Lose & Kanye West Present: Homecoming." In this one hour special, Kanye West, along with MTV's Sway Calloway, gave recently returned Iraq war veterans the surprise of their lives by unexpectedly visiting their homes.
The campaign also pioneered the MTV / MySpace Presidential Dialogue Series, which featured Senators McCain, Clinton, Obama, Edwards, Governor Huckabee and Representative Paul taking unfiltered questions - in person and online, in real time - from youth nationwide; "Choose or Lose Presents Clinton & Obama Answer Young Veterans"; and MTV "Street Team '08," 51 specially-recruited citizen journalists, one in each state and Washington, D.C., covering the 2008 elections from a youth perspective.
"Street Team" members file weekly multi-media reports, tailor their coverage for mobile devices and focus on the political issues that most impact young people in their respective states. On July 4th Choose or Lose presented exclusive 60-second video messages on MTV2 from presumptive Presidential candidates, republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Senator Barack Obama. These messages paid tribute to the young men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces.
All "Choose or Lose" content - plus more information on the candidates, issues, registering to vote and a spirited debate - can be found on http://www.ChooseorLose.com.
Upcoming concerts at Bodie House
Concerts at the Bodie House
in Agoura Hills
presents
David LaMotte
Saturday, October 4, 2008 8PM
Donation: $15 (All proceeds go to the musicians)
Dessert/Appetizer Bar (food contributions appreciated)
RSVP:818-621-8309 or BodieHouse@aol.com
(Directions given upon RSVP)
WWW.BodieHouse.com
DAVID LA MOTTE
It's been seventeen years since David LaMotte has had a real job or a real haircut. No one could accuse him of being a slacker, though. In that same time he has released 10 CDs and performed 2000 shows in 45 states and on four continents. The Boston Globe says he "pushes the envelope with challenging lyrics and unusual tunings, but he also pays homage to folk tradition." The Washington Times describes LaMotte's music as "guitar spanking open-tuning grooves as well as gentle folk-tinged pop," and folk music magazine Dirty Linen calls him “a folk poet of elegant simplicity.”
His latest release, Change, hit #11 on the Folk-DJ chart and took four awards in the SAW Mid-Atlantic Song Contest, including Silver in Instrumental and Gold in Folk.David maintains a tireless tour schedule of about 200 road days each year, but he does much more than that. He’s also the author of a successful children’s book based on his award-winning children's song S.S. Bathtub.
In the last few years David has been gaining recognition not only for his music, but for his humanitarian work as well. and is the co-founder and volunteer director of a non-profit organization, PEG Partners, which funds projects at schools in Guatemala to improve learning environments there, from building schools to expanding libraries, paying teacher salaries and funding school lunch programs. The twelve schools that PEG works with across Guatemala include the Escuelita de Preschool David LaMotte in the village of Tzanchaj, which opened in 2005 and was built with donations collected at David's concerts.
In late 2007 he was featured in a collection of reader nominations for "Heroes of Humanity" in Heifer International's publication World Ark.LaMotte’s social consciousness is also evident in his work with at-risk high school students, and because of his strong commitment to peacemaking, he has traveled from Bosnia to Belfast, and tours internationally each year promoting intercultural understanding through music.
A strong advocate for arts education, David presents classes and keynotes at schools, churches and conferences as well as serving as faculty at writing workshops such as Augusta State University’s Sand Hills Writers Conference and Warren-Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering, as well as the Auckland Folk Festival in New Zealand and the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas.LaMotte's music has been honored with numerous awards and grants as well as artist sponsorships from Taylor Guitars and John Pearse Strings.
His song Dark and Deep was included on Songs Inspired By Literature, Chapter One, a benefit CD to raise money for adult literacy. Other artists on that CD include Bruce Springsteen, Aimee Mann and Suzanne Vega.
Rotary International recently awarded LaMotte a 2008 Rotary World Peace Fellowship, one of only sixty worldwide. As a Rotary World Peace Fellow, he will attend the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, beginning in February of 2009 to pursue an Advanced Master's Degree in International Relations, Peace and Conflict Resolution.
Currently, he is on a "farewell tour" which will take him all over the U.S., as well as to Europe and Australia, before he puts his music career on hold to pursue his vocation as a peacemaker. The last show is scheduled for November 29 at the Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC.
UPCOMING SHOWS:
11/30/08 Tom Russell 6PM Thousand Oaks Library
1/11/09 Fred Eaglesmith 6PM Thousand Oaks Library
1/31/09 Jonathan McEuen 8pm
Thousand Oaks Library
OTHER CONCERTSOF NOTE:
10/11 Eliza Jane with Joel Tepp at Russ and Julies Houseconcerts www.houseconcerts.us
10/12 Sara Grey & Kieron Means at Noble House in Van Nuys RSVP: noblehouseconcerts@acn.net
Renee Bodie
Bodie House Music, Inc
www.BodieHouse.com
www.myspace.com/concertsatthebodiehouse
BodieHouse@aol.com
818-621-8309
Vice-President, Folk Alliance Region West
Conference Coordinator
www.FAR-West.org
5th Annual Regional Conference October 24-26, 2008 Phoenix, AZ
LA Acoustic Music Festival, June 6 - 7, 2009
Santa Monica Pier 100th Anniversary of the Santa Monica Pier
in Agoura Hills
presents
David LaMotte
Saturday, October 4, 2008 8PM
Donation: $15 (All proceeds go to the musicians)
Dessert/Appetizer Bar (food contributions appreciated)
RSVP:818-621-8309 or BodieHouse@aol.com
(Directions given upon RSVP)
WWW.BodieHouse.com
DAVID LA MOTTE
It's been seventeen years since David LaMotte has had a real job or a real haircut. No one could accuse him of being a slacker, though. In that same time he has released 10 CDs and performed 2000 shows in 45 states and on four continents. The Boston Globe says he "pushes the envelope with challenging lyrics and unusual tunings, but he also pays homage to folk tradition." The Washington Times describes LaMotte's music as "guitar spanking open-tuning grooves as well as gentle folk-tinged pop," and folk music magazine Dirty Linen calls him “a folk poet of elegant simplicity.”
His latest release, Change, hit #11 on the Folk-DJ chart and took four awards in the SAW Mid-Atlantic Song Contest, including Silver in Instrumental and Gold in Folk.David maintains a tireless tour schedule of about 200 road days each year, but he does much more than that. He’s also the author of a successful children’s book based on his award-winning children's song S.S. Bathtub.
In the last few years David has been gaining recognition not only for his music, but for his humanitarian work as well. and is the co-founder and volunteer director of a non-profit organization, PEG Partners, which funds projects at schools in Guatemala to improve learning environments there, from building schools to expanding libraries, paying teacher salaries and funding school lunch programs. The twelve schools that PEG works with across Guatemala include the Escuelita de Preschool David LaMotte in the village of Tzanchaj, which opened in 2005 and was built with donations collected at David's concerts.
In late 2007 he was featured in a collection of reader nominations for "Heroes of Humanity" in Heifer International's publication World Ark.LaMotte’s social consciousness is also evident in his work with at-risk high school students, and because of his strong commitment to peacemaking, he has traveled from Bosnia to Belfast, and tours internationally each year promoting intercultural understanding through music.
A strong advocate for arts education, David presents classes and keynotes at schools, churches and conferences as well as serving as faculty at writing workshops such as Augusta State University’s Sand Hills Writers Conference and Warren-Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering, as well as the Auckland Folk Festival in New Zealand and the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas.LaMotte's music has been honored with numerous awards and grants as well as artist sponsorships from Taylor Guitars and John Pearse Strings.
His song Dark and Deep was included on Songs Inspired By Literature, Chapter One, a benefit CD to raise money for adult literacy. Other artists on that CD include Bruce Springsteen, Aimee Mann and Suzanne Vega.
Rotary International recently awarded LaMotte a 2008 Rotary World Peace Fellowship, one of only sixty worldwide. As a Rotary World Peace Fellow, he will attend the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, beginning in February of 2009 to pursue an Advanced Master's Degree in International Relations, Peace and Conflict Resolution.
Currently, he is on a "farewell tour" which will take him all over the U.S., as well as to Europe and Australia, before he puts his music career on hold to pursue his vocation as a peacemaker. The last show is scheduled for November 29 at the Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC.
UPCOMING SHOWS:
11/30/08 Tom Russell 6PM Thousand Oaks Library
1/11/09 Fred Eaglesmith 6PM Thousand Oaks Library
1/31/09 Jonathan McEuen 8pm
Thousand Oaks Library
OTHER CONCERTSOF NOTE:
10/11 Eliza Jane with Joel Tepp at Russ and Julies Houseconcerts www.houseconcerts.us
10/12 Sara Grey & Kieron Means at Noble House in Van Nuys RSVP: noblehouseconcerts@acn.net
Renee Bodie
Bodie House Music, Inc
www.BodieHouse.com
www.myspace.com/concertsatthebodiehouse
BodieHouse@aol.com
818-621-8309
Vice-President, Folk Alliance Region West
Conference Coordinator
www.FAR-West.org
5th Annual Regional Conference October 24-26, 2008 Phoenix, AZ
LA Acoustic Music Festival, June 6 - 7, 2009
Santa Monica Pier 100th Anniversary of the Santa Monica Pier
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Support local music at Mr. T's Bowl
http://www.myspace.com/mrtsbowl
Mr T's Bowl
5621 1/2 N. Figueroa St
at Ave 57 in
Highland Park 90042
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For Private Parties, Events or Filming please contact:
Website - http://www.mrtsevents.com e-mail - info@MrTsEvents.com
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Thur Oct 2nd
Fig. 8 Slo-Mo presents:
Inazuma
Media blitz
Million kids
Conmprehend
Panic Movement
No cover
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Fri Oct 3rd
Isgoodmusic.com & Squaregirls Presents
Seasons
Queen Kwong
Master Slash Slave
Brutus Gets The Girl
Beastlee
No cover
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Sat Oct 4th
FREE Falling Safe
CHUPACOBRA
Lemon Drop Kick
The Get Well Cards
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Closed Sundays
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Mon Oct 6th
Manhattan Murder Mystery
The Health Club,
Blue Jungle,
Die Rockers Die
No cover
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Tue Oct 7th
Bobb Bruno
Weyou
Double Naught Spy Car
Thruster
No cover
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Wed Oct 8th
Jeffrey Thorsby band
Ask Alice
http://www.myspace.com/askalicexo
Mad Planet Band
http://www.myspace.com/madplanetband
Hurt Model
http://www.myspace.com/hurtmodel
No cover
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Thur Oct 9th
Codpiece
ELizabethan Report
http://www.myspace.com/elizabethanreport
National Treasure
http://www.myspace.com/natltres
and Surprise guest
no cover
Mr T's Bowl
5621 1/2 N. Figueroa St
at Ave 57 in
Highland Park 90042
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For Private Parties, Events or Filming please contact:
Website - http://www.mrtsevents.com e-mail - info@MrTsEvents.com
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Thur Oct 2nd
Fig. 8 Slo-Mo presents:
Inazuma
Media blitz
Million kids
Conmprehend
Panic Movement
No cover
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Fri Oct 3rd
Isgoodmusic.com & Squaregirls Presents
Seasons
Queen Kwong
Master Slash Slave
Brutus Gets The Girl
Beastlee
No cover
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Sat Oct 4th
FREE Falling Safe
CHUPACOBRA
Lemon Drop Kick
The Get Well Cards
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Closed Sundays
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Mon Oct 6th
Manhattan Murder Mystery
The Health Club,
Blue Jungle,
Die Rockers Die
No cover
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Tue Oct 7th
Bobb Bruno
Weyou
Double Naught Spy Car
Thruster
No cover
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Wed Oct 8th
Jeffrey Thorsby band
Ask Alice
http://www.myspace.com/askalicexo
Mad Planet Band
http://www.myspace.com/madplanetband
Hurt Model
http://www.myspace.com/hurtmodel
No cover
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Thur Oct 9th
Codpiece
ELizabethan Report
http://www.myspace.com/elizabethanreport
National Treasure
http://www.myspace.com/natltres
and Surprise guest
no cover
Catch Mercy and the Merkettes at local shows
Mercy and the Merkettes
Don't forget to check out the Website for Future dates like Halloween @ Cafe 322 and Wine Walk in Sierra Madre. Tues. Sept. 30th The Mercy Powell Quartet is playing in Santa Monica just wanted to remind those of you who promised to make the trip out. It's not that far!
www.mercyandthemerkettes.com
Friday Sept. 26th @ 9PM
Carmines Italian Restaurant and Bar
424 Fair Oaks, South Pasadena 626-799-2266
www.carminesrestaurantandbar.com
Saturday Sept. 27th @ 9PM
The Buccaneer Lounge
70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045
Sunday Sept. 28th @ 1:30 to 4:30
Cafe 322
322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-835-5414
www.cafe322.com
Tuesday Sept. 30th @ 8:30pm to 12
The World Cafe
2820 Main St. Santa Monica, Ca. 90405
www.worldcafela.com
www.mercyandthemerkettes.com
Don't forget to check out the Website for Future dates like Halloween @ Cafe 322 and Wine Walk in Sierra Madre. Tues. Sept. 30th The Mercy Powell Quartet is playing in Santa Monica just wanted to remind those of you who promised to make the trip out. It's not that far!
www.mercyandthemerkettes.com
Friday Sept. 26th @ 9PM
Carmines Italian Restaurant and Bar
424 Fair Oaks, South Pasadena 626-799-2266
www.carminesrestaurantandbar.com
Saturday Sept. 27th @ 9PM
The Buccaneer Lounge
70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045
Sunday Sept. 28th @ 1:30 to 4:30
Cafe 322
322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-835-5414
www.cafe322.com
Tuesday Sept. 30th @ 8:30pm to 12
The World Cafe
2820 Main St. Santa Monica, Ca. 90405
www.worldcafela.com
www.mercyandthemerkettes.com
Shimmy Showcase Sunday
Live Music by Fernan and percussionists will once again form the rhythmic foundation on which Ritchie, Najma, Taji and Eveleah will display their great dancing talent. All this brought to Shimmyshowcase once again by coordinator Saviya. Don’t miss this dance and music spectacle!
SEE BELOW FOR THIS SUNDAY AND OTHER UPCOMING EXCITING PERFORMANCES! We have openings in November. If you’re interested, please contact us at shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com. !
Everyone is invited to come out, have a cup of Java, munch on something yummy and enjoy some really great dancing FOR FREE!
Below is our upcoming schedule for the next several Sundays at the Coffee Haven in Long Beach. If you are a dancer interested in performing at an upcoming showcase, please check out the schedule below for open dates and then email us at
shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com
with the dates on which you'd like to perform.
The SHIMMY SHOWCASE begins at 7 p.m. at the COFFEE HAVEN in Long Beach (1708 E. Broadway -- 562-437-3785).
UPCOMING SHOWCASE CALENDAR
September 28th: Saviya is once again out-doing herself in presenting live music by Fernan Cobian on Arabic Ude, accompanied by live percussion! We all love the unexpected excitement of LIVE music to which Ritchie, Najma, Taji and Eveleah will join Saviya in adding their impressive and thrilling movements to create exceptional artistry. Don't miss this show!
October 5: Abraiha presents May, Mia, Saphira and Gaea who will dazzle you with gorgeous costumes and mesmerize with sinuous movements.
October 12: Your coordinator Saviya brings more live music with Fernan Cobian and dancing by Ritchie, Najma and the Om Sisters for another fabulous showcase with a Gothic theme.
October 19: Coordinator Alexiis presents Cynthia, Tehani, Reina and Brandi for a cool fall evening of hot dancing as these accomplished performers demonstrate the beauty and breadth of the bellydance spectrum with their amazing moves.
October 26: Coffee Haven gets spooky as Xandra presents dancers Zahir, Eve, and Yasan of Troupe Zagareet and Meryem Vani, plus a special feature--original poetry by Christopher Villa. There may even be some vampires, so bring your crosses and garlic—but no wooden stakes please! If there is still a dancer out there who would like to show her Halloween moves, email us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com !
November 2: Alexiis will be your coordinator for this Shimmyshowcase and the field is wide open! Please contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com if you would like to perform.
November 9: Coordinator for this showcase will be Saviya and we still don’t know what she has up her sleeve for this week—but if you want to be in on the ground floor, contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com for a performance spot!
November 16: Abraiha, coordinator for the evening, seeks dancers who would like to perform. If you’d like to join her, please contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com.
November 23: Alexiis will be introducing a new male dancer, Mykael Devad, at this Shimmyshowcase! We have openings for more dancers, so if you want to be part of this exciting evening of dance, send us an email at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com.
November 30: DARK (Happy Thanksgiving!)
Please allow time for parking to avoid missing any of the fun, so be sure to be at the coffee house well before 7:00 PM. We try not to start the show until everyone has settled with a tasty beverage.
~~~for additional information, please visit our website at: www.ShimmyShowcase.com
We look forward to seeing you soon at the Sunday Shimmyshowcase!
For Schedule, go to www.shimmyshowcase.com or email shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com
SEE BELOW FOR THIS SUNDAY AND OTHER UPCOMING EXCITING PERFORMANCES! We have openings in November. If you’re interested, please contact us at shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com. !
Everyone is invited to come out, have a cup of Java, munch on something yummy and enjoy some really great dancing FOR FREE!
Below is our upcoming schedule for the next several Sundays at the Coffee Haven in Long Beach. If you are a dancer interested in performing at an upcoming showcase, please check out the schedule below for open dates and then email us at
shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com
with the dates on which you'd like to perform.
The SHIMMY SHOWCASE begins at 7 p.m. at the COFFEE HAVEN in Long Beach (1708 E. Broadway -- 562-437-3785).
UPCOMING SHOWCASE CALENDAR
September 28th: Saviya is once again out-doing herself in presenting live music by Fernan Cobian on Arabic Ude, accompanied by live percussion! We all love the unexpected excitement of LIVE music to which Ritchie, Najma, Taji and Eveleah will join Saviya in adding their impressive and thrilling movements to create exceptional artistry. Don't miss this show!
October 5: Abraiha presents May, Mia, Saphira and Gaea who will dazzle you with gorgeous costumes and mesmerize with sinuous movements.
October 12: Your coordinator Saviya brings more live music with Fernan Cobian and dancing by Ritchie, Najma and the Om Sisters for another fabulous showcase with a Gothic theme.
October 19: Coordinator Alexiis presents Cynthia, Tehani, Reina and Brandi for a cool fall evening of hot dancing as these accomplished performers demonstrate the beauty and breadth of the bellydance spectrum with their amazing moves.
October 26: Coffee Haven gets spooky as Xandra presents dancers Zahir, Eve, and Yasan of Troupe Zagareet and Meryem Vani, plus a special feature--original poetry by Christopher Villa. There may even be some vampires, so bring your crosses and garlic—but no wooden stakes please! If there is still a dancer out there who would like to show her Halloween moves, email us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com !
November 2: Alexiis will be your coordinator for this Shimmyshowcase and the field is wide open! Please contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com if you would like to perform.
November 9: Coordinator for this showcase will be Saviya and we still don’t know what she has up her sleeve for this week—but if you want to be in on the ground floor, contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com for a performance spot!
November 16: Abraiha, coordinator for the evening, seeks dancers who would like to perform. If you’d like to join her, please contact us at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com.
November 23: Alexiis will be introducing a new male dancer, Mykael Devad, at this Shimmyshowcase! We have openings for more dancers, so if you want to be part of this exciting evening of dance, send us an email at Shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com.
November 30: DARK (Happy Thanksgiving!)
Please allow time for parking to avoid missing any of the fun, so be sure to be at the coffee house well before 7:00 PM. We try not to start the show until everyone has settled with a tasty beverage.
~~~for additional information, please visit our website at: www.ShimmyShowcase.com
We look forward to seeing you soon at the Sunday Shimmyshowcase!
For Schedule, go to www.shimmyshowcase.com or email shimmyshowcase@yahoogroups.com
Less Than Jake to release box set
Always looking for new ways show their intense appreciation to the fans, ska/punk/pop legends LESS THAN JAKE have announced the release of the Deluxe GNV FLA 7inch Box Set on November 11, 2008 on their own label Sleep It Off Records.
Consisting of live, acoustic or demo versions of album tracks as well as B-sides culled from the studio and stage, these three vinyl 7" singles offer exclusive content not available anywhere else. Included in the box will be the full GNV FLA CD album, a poster of the band, and a DVD of in-studio footage arranged and edited by LTJ trombonist Louis "Buddy" Schaub from the GNV FLA recording sessions and live performances from concerts and in-stores.
The track listing is as follows:
7" One
SIDE ONE
1. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (LIVE @ DERRONS)
2. ANTIDOTE FOR THE UNDERDOG (B-SIDE)
SIDE TWO
1. SETTLING SON (DEMO)
2. CONVICTION NOTICE (LIVE @ DERRONS)
7" # TWO
SIDE ONE
1. LION CITY (LIVE @ DERRONS)
2. ALL TIME LOW (B-SIDE)
SIDE TWO1. HANDSHAKE (DEMO)
2. SUMMON MONSTERS (LIVE @ DERRONS)
7" # THREE
SIDE ONE
1. CONVICTION NOTICE (ACOUSTIC)
2. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (ACOUSTIC)
SIDE TWO
1. GOLDEN AGE (ACOUSTIC)
2. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (DEMO)
3. SLEEP IT OFF (LIVE @ DERRONS)
Hotly celebrated as a return to form for LESS THAN JAKE, their latest album GNV FLA has received plaudits and praise from the media and fans alike. Their hugely successful headlining Shout It Loud Tour this Summer reconnected the band to both old fans and new recruits alike, generating praise from newspapers such as Buffalo News who remarked, "Less Than Jake have only gotten better and better at creating a sound all their own" and Denver Post who gushed, "Less Than Jake are just, well, awesome."
Currently playing to their fans in the chilly White North of Canada, the band will return Stateside for a handful of dates before embarking on more shows in the United Kingdom and Europe to be equally relished by enormous overseas crowds. The U.S. dates include:
Sep 29
Higher Ground
S. Burlington, VT
Sep 30
Crazy Donkey
Farmingdale, NY
Oct 01
Chameleon Club
Lancaster, PA
Oct 03
Freebird Live
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Oct 04
Bourbon Street Night Club
New Port Richey, FL
Less Than Jake's Deluxe GNV FLA 7-inch Box Set will be released on November 11, 2008 on Sleep It Off Records.
Consisting of live, acoustic or demo versions of album tracks as well as B-sides culled from the studio and stage, these three vinyl 7" singles offer exclusive content not available anywhere else. Included in the box will be the full GNV FLA CD album, a poster of the band, and a DVD of in-studio footage arranged and edited by LTJ trombonist Louis "Buddy" Schaub from the GNV FLA recording sessions and live performances from concerts and in-stores.
The track listing is as follows:
7" One
SIDE ONE
1. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (LIVE @ DERRONS)
2. ANTIDOTE FOR THE UNDERDOG (B-SIDE)
SIDE TWO
1. SETTLING SON (DEMO)
2. CONVICTION NOTICE (LIVE @ DERRONS)
7" # TWO
SIDE ONE
1. LION CITY (LIVE @ DERRONS)
2. ALL TIME LOW (B-SIDE)
SIDE TWO1. HANDSHAKE (DEMO)
2. SUMMON MONSTERS (LIVE @ DERRONS)
7" # THREE
SIDE ONE
1. CONVICTION NOTICE (ACOUSTIC)
2. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (ACOUSTIC)
SIDE TWO
1. GOLDEN AGE (ACOUSTIC)
2. Malachi Richter's Liquor's Quicker (DEMO)
3. SLEEP IT OFF (LIVE @ DERRONS)
Hotly celebrated as a return to form for LESS THAN JAKE, their latest album GNV FLA has received plaudits and praise from the media and fans alike. Their hugely successful headlining Shout It Loud Tour this Summer reconnected the band to both old fans and new recruits alike, generating praise from newspapers such as Buffalo News who remarked, "Less Than Jake have only gotten better and better at creating a sound all their own" and Denver Post who gushed, "Less Than Jake are just, well, awesome."
Currently playing to their fans in the chilly White North of Canada, the band will return Stateside for a handful of dates before embarking on more shows in the United Kingdom and Europe to be equally relished by enormous overseas crowds. The U.S. dates include:
Sep 29
Higher Ground
S. Burlington, VT
Sep 30
Crazy Donkey
Farmingdale, NY
Oct 01
Chameleon Club
Lancaster, PA
Oct 03
Freebird Live
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Oct 04
Bourbon Street Night Club
New Port Richey, FL
Less Than Jake's Deluxe GNV FLA 7-inch Box Set will be released on November 11, 2008 on Sleep It Off Records.
Sonsgsalive! critique workshop Sunday
SONGSALIVE! ORANGE COUNTY SONG CRITIQUE WORKSHOP
Songsalive! holds workshops where songwriters gather to share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the songwriting communities we have created around the world.
The first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round workshop where writers present one song each - either on tape, CD or live followed by a guest speaker/industry discussion in the second half and plenty of time to talk and network. Moderated by Rodney O'Riley.
For more info: www.songsalive.org - go to CHAPTERS & EVENTS -Orange County.
WHEN: Sunday September 28, 2008
TIME: Starts 7:00pm SHARP. Ends at 10pm. Please be on time.
WHERE: SPIRES RESTAURANT (in the Meeting Room)
13030 Goldenwest Avenue (corner of Garden Grove Blvd.),
Westminster, CA 92683.
Phone for directions only: 714-636-0442. (Songsalive! contact below)
(Please consider ordering dinner before or after the workshop! It helps to make our hosts happy if each person orders about $8.00 worth of food for the night.)
Directions: Southwest corner of Goldenwest Avenue and Garden Grove Boulevard. Exit the Garden Grove (22) Freeway at "Knott Avenue". There's plenty of free parking.
COST: $5 for non-members, free to Songsalive! members. You can join Songsalive! to participate in the workshops at www.songsalive.org go JOIN.
REGISTER: Pre-registrations helpful but not necessary. Register yourattendance through our Meetup group at www.songsalive.org go CHAPTERS& EVENTS / Orange County or direct link: http://composers.meetup.com/103
You will be automatically registered by contacting us. Or just turn up, but get there early to be considered for song critique.
Directions or specific questions call (714) 333-8222 or email orangecounty@songsalive.org
RULES & WHAT TO BRING: 1 song either on tape, CD or live (bring own guitar or keyboard) and 20 copies of your typed lyric sheet with contact details clearly displayed. Read the RULES at www.songsalive.org go PROGRAMS / WORKSHOPS
UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKERS: On Sunday, October 26, Rob Case
Songsalive! holds workshops where songwriters gather to share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the songwriting communities we have created around the world.
The first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round workshop where writers present one song each - either on tape, CD or live followed by a guest speaker/industry discussion in the second half and plenty of time to talk and network. Moderated by Rodney O'Riley.
For more info: www.songsalive.org - go to CHAPTERS & EVENTS -Orange County.
WHEN: Sunday September 28, 2008
TIME: Starts 7:00pm SHARP. Ends at 10pm. Please be on time.
WHERE: SPIRES RESTAURANT (in the Meeting Room)
13030 Goldenwest Avenue (corner of Garden Grove Blvd.),
Westminster, CA 92683.
Phone for directions only: 714-636-0442. (Songsalive! contact below)
(Please consider ordering dinner before or after the workshop! It helps to make our hosts happy if each person orders about $8.00 worth of food for the night.)
Directions: Southwest corner of Goldenwest Avenue and Garden Grove Boulevard. Exit the Garden Grove (22) Freeway at "Knott Avenue". There's plenty of free parking.
COST: $5 for non-members, free to Songsalive! members. You can join Songsalive! to participate in the workshops at www.songsalive.org go JOIN.
REGISTER: Pre-registrations helpful but not necessary. Register yourattendance through our Meetup group at www.songsalive.org go CHAPTERS& EVENTS / Orange County or direct link: http://composers.meetup.com/103
You will be automatically registered by contacting us. Or just turn up, but get there early to be considered for song critique.
Directions or specific questions call (714) 333-8222 or email orangecounty@songsalive.org
RULES & WHAT TO BRING: 1 song either on tape, CD or live (bring own guitar or keyboard) and 20 copies of your typed lyric sheet with contact details clearly displayed. Read the RULES at www.songsalive.org go PROGRAMS / WORKSHOPS
UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKERS: On Sunday, October 26, Rob Case
Musicians contribute signs to benefit War Child International
R.E.M., Modest Mouse, Spoon, Death Cab for Cutie, Jarvis Cocker, The Flaming Lips, The Decemberists, Public Enemy, Rage Against the Machine, and Fleet Foxes are just a few of the artists whose handmade signs featured in Under the Radar’s Protest Issue will be auctioned off beginning September 30th to benefit War Child International.
Earlier this summer, Under the Radar magazine published its Protest Issue, which featured an array of musicians sharing their thoughts on today’s political climate. Along with interviews, Under the Radar conducted photo shoots with those artists, each holding protest signs of their own making. Beginning September 30th, Under the Radar will host a 7-day eBay auction of the protest signs featured in the issue. All proceeds will go to benefit War Child International. (www.warchild.us ), a nonprofit that helps children in areas of conflict across the globe. This auction provides individuals with an opportunity to purchase a one-of-a-kind piece of art while also contributing to a worthwhile cause.
Musicians whose art will be featured in the auction include The Protest Issue’s cover stars R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe, Modest Mouse’s Isaac Brock, Death Cab for Cutie’s Chris Walla, The Decemberists’ Colin Meloy, and Spoon’s Britt Daniel, as well as Billy Bragg, British Sea Power, Built to Spill, Jarvis Cocker, Death Cab for Cutie, The Dresden Dolls, The Duke Spirit, Elbow, The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne, Fleet Foxes, Foals, Michael Franti, Sharon Jones, Talib Kweli, Jamie Lidell, Metric, Moby, My Morning Jacket, Neon Neon, Noah and the Whale, OK Go, Peter Bjorn and John’s Peter Morén, Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello, Rilo Kiley, Rogue Wave, Shout Out Louds, Stars, St Vincent, Supergrass, and more.
Under the Radar is published by husband and wife Mark and Wendy Redfern and is distributed across North America.
To view all the signs up for auction, visit:
www.undertheradarmag.com/protestauction.html
For a more detailed look at The Protest Issue visit:
www.undertheradarmag.com/protestissue2008.html
www.riotactmedia.com
www.riotactmedia.blogspot.com
www.myspace.com/riotactmedia
Earlier this summer, Under the Radar magazine published its Protest Issue, which featured an array of musicians sharing their thoughts on today’s political climate. Along with interviews, Under the Radar conducted photo shoots with those artists, each holding protest signs of their own making. Beginning September 30th, Under the Radar will host a 7-day eBay auction of the protest signs featured in the issue. All proceeds will go to benefit War Child International. (www.warchild.us ), a nonprofit that helps children in areas of conflict across the globe. This auction provides individuals with an opportunity to purchase a one-of-a-kind piece of art while also contributing to a worthwhile cause.
Musicians whose art will be featured in the auction include The Protest Issue’s cover stars R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe, Modest Mouse’s Isaac Brock, Death Cab for Cutie’s Chris Walla, The Decemberists’ Colin Meloy, and Spoon’s Britt Daniel, as well as Billy Bragg, British Sea Power, Built to Spill, Jarvis Cocker, Death Cab for Cutie, The Dresden Dolls, The Duke Spirit, Elbow, The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne, Fleet Foxes, Foals, Michael Franti, Sharon Jones, Talib Kweli, Jamie Lidell, Metric, Moby, My Morning Jacket, Neon Neon, Noah and the Whale, OK Go, Peter Bjorn and John’s Peter Morén, Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello, Rilo Kiley, Rogue Wave, Shout Out Louds, Stars, St Vincent, Supergrass, and more.
Under the Radar is published by husband and wife Mark and Wendy Redfern and is distributed across North America.
To view all the signs up for auction, visit:
www.undertheradarmag.com/protestauction.html
For a more detailed look at The Protest Issue visit:
www.undertheradarmag.com/protestissue2008.html
www.riotactmedia.com
www.riotactmedia.blogspot.com
www.myspace.com/riotactmedia
Live Nation to present The Smashing Pumpkins
On Sale Saturday, October 4th at 1:00 PM
THE SMASHING PUMPKINS
Gibson Amphitheatre
December 2 & 3, 2008
THE SMASHING PUMPKINS
Gibson Amphitheatre
December 2 & 3, 2008
Lucinda Williams to release new effort and on tour
Lost Highway is set to release LITTLE HONEY on October 14th, the new album from three-time Grammy Award-winner Lucinda Williams.
LITTLE HONEY, Lucinda's must eclectic album to date, features a duet with Elvis Costello ("Jailhouse Tears") and guest vocals from Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs.
1st single (audio stream)- “Real Love”:
http://www.losthighwayrecords.com/artist/releases/release.aspx?pid=1754&aid=60
Lucinda Williams
LITTLE HONEY
10.14.08
http://www.lucindawilliams.com
TOUR NOW:
9/25/2008 - Asheville, NC - the Orange Peel
9/26/2008 - Knoxville, TN - Tennessee Theater
9/27/2008 - Charleston, SC - North Charleston Performing Arts Center
9/29/2008 - Charlotte, NC - Belk Theater
9/30/2008 - Raleigh, NC - Memorial Auditorium
10/3/2008 - New York, NY - WaMu Theater at MSG
10/4/2008 - New Haven, CT - Shubert Theater
10/7/2008 - Albany, NY - The Egg: Hart Theatre
10/8/2008 - Boston, MA - Orpheum Theater
10/9/2008 - Montreal, QC - Metropolis
10/11/2008 - Toronto, ON - Massey Hall
10/12/2008 - Rochester, NY - Harro East Ballroom
10/14/2008 - Ann Arbor, MI - Michigan Theater
10/15/2008 - Columbus, OH - LC Pavilion
10/17/2008 - Nashville, TN - War Memorial
10/19/2008 - St. Louis, MO - The Pageant
10/20/2008 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theater
10/21/2008 - Des Moines, IA - Hoyt Sherman Auditorium
10/23/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
10/23/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
10/24/2008 - Chicago, IL - Riviera Theater
10/25/2008 - Madison, WI - Orpheum
11/5/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
11/5/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
11/7/2008 - Winnipeg, MB - Burton Cummings Theatre
11/9/2008 - Edmonton, AB - Arden Theatre
11/10/2008 - Calgary, AB - Jack Singer
11/12/2008 - Vancouver - Vogue Theater
11/13/2008 - Seattle, WA - The Showbox
11/14/2008 - Seattle, WA - The Showbox
11/16/2008 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
11/17/2008 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
LITTLE HONEY, Lucinda's must eclectic album to date, features a duet with Elvis Costello ("Jailhouse Tears") and guest vocals from Matthew Sweet and Susanna Hoffs.
1st single (audio stream)- “Real Love”:
http://www.losthighwayrecords.com/artist/releases/release.aspx?pid=1754&aid=60
Lucinda Williams
LITTLE HONEY
10.14.08
http://www.lucindawilliams.com
TOUR NOW:
9/25/2008 - Asheville, NC - the Orange Peel
9/26/2008 - Knoxville, TN - Tennessee Theater
9/27/2008 - Charleston, SC - North Charleston Performing Arts Center
9/29/2008 - Charlotte, NC - Belk Theater
9/30/2008 - Raleigh, NC - Memorial Auditorium
10/3/2008 - New York, NY - WaMu Theater at MSG
10/4/2008 - New Haven, CT - Shubert Theater
10/7/2008 - Albany, NY - The Egg: Hart Theatre
10/8/2008 - Boston, MA - Orpheum Theater
10/9/2008 - Montreal, QC - Metropolis
10/11/2008 - Toronto, ON - Massey Hall
10/12/2008 - Rochester, NY - Harro East Ballroom
10/14/2008 - Ann Arbor, MI - Michigan Theater
10/15/2008 - Columbus, OH - LC Pavilion
10/17/2008 - Nashville, TN - War Memorial
10/19/2008 - St. Louis, MO - The Pageant
10/20/2008 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theater
10/21/2008 - Des Moines, IA - Hoyt Sherman Auditorium
10/23/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
10/23/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
10/24/2008 - Chicago, IL - Riviera Theater
10/25/2008 - Madison, WI - Orpheum
11/5/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
11/5/2008 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
11/7/2008 - Winnipeg, MB - Burton Cummings Theatre
11/9/2008 - Edmonton, AB - Arden Theatre
11/10/2008 - Calgary, AB - Jack Singer
11/12/2008 - Vancouver - Vogue Theater
11/13/2008 - Seattle, WA - The Showbox
11/14/2008 - Seattle, WA - The Showbox
11/16/2008 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
11/17/2008 - San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore
Michael Franti and Spearhead continue tour
Michael Franti & Spearhead wowed the crowd on Sunday night at this season’s final installment of the KCRW World Festival series at the historic Hollywood Bowl. MTV.com was in the house and gushed “the World Fest concert was one of the most high-energy and just plain fun shows I’ve ever been to…Michael Franti & Spearhead had fans on their feet right from the start…the energy was really pumping through the crowd.”
Superlative entertainers, the performance was a testament to the band’s creativity and talent. Franti & Spearhead opened their set with a single spotlight focused on a giant boombox. An aggressive reggae beat had the sold-out crowd wondering if maybe they had wandered into a hip hop show by mistake, but once the band joined in and Franti ran on stage, the crowd was completely mesmerized by the original mix of reggae, pop and rock n roll.
Accompanied by Kingston dancehall diva Cherine Anderson, who appeared on several tracks on Franti’s/Spearhead’s latest, All Rebel Rockers and who has collaborated with Madonna, Britney Spears and Sir Paul McCartney, Michael Franti and his band had even the most jaded Bowl-goers dancing through the entire set. At a time when all news seems to be bad news, Michael Franti & Spearhead reminded 17,000 concert-goers that night that there is fun to be had in hopefulness.
Gratifyingly for the venerable and hardworking band, All Rebel Rockers cracked the Top 40, entering the Billboard charts at #39, a first for Michael Franti & Spearhead. With multiple formats of the new release, including a super-deluxe version that features a CD, DVD, seven vinyl singles and a slew of extra items, All Rebel Rockers is Michael Franti’s & Spearhead’s most ambitious and interesting record yet.
Michael Franti and Spearhead on tour:
Sept 24 Cottonwood Park Mancos, Colorado
Sep 26 Paolo Soleri Amphitheater Santa Fe, New Mexico
Sep 27 Pine Mountain Amphitheater Flagstaff, Arizona
Sep 28 Rialto Theatre Tucson, Arizona
Nov 7 Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI
Nov 12 Brown Theatre Louisville, KY
Nov 13 Carnegie Hall of Homestead Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 14 Palace Theatre Albany, NY
Nov 15 Lupo’s Providence, RI
Nov 16 Orpheum Boston, MA
Nov 19 9:30 Club Washington, DC
Nov 21 Nokia Theatre NYC
Nov 22 Nokia Theatre NYC
Nov 28 Fillmore Denver, CO
Nov 29 Fillmore Denver, CO
Superlative entertainers, the performance was a testament to the band’s creativity and talent. Franti & Spearhead opened their set with a single spotlight focused on a giant boombox. An aggressive reggae beat had the sold-out crowd wondering if maybe they had wandered into a hip hop show by mistake, but once the band joined in and Franti ran on stage, the crowd was completely mesmerized by the original mix of reggae, pop and rock n roll.
Accompanied by Kingston dancehall diva Cherine Anderson, who appeared on several tracks on Franti’s/Spearhead’s latest, All Rebel Rockers and who has collaborated with Madonna, Britney Spears and Sir Paul McCartney, Michael Franti and his band had even the most jaded Bowl-goers dancing through the entire set. At a time when all news seems to be bad news, Michael Franti & Spearhead reminded 17,000 concert-goers that night that there is fun to be had in hopefulness.
Gratifyingly for the venerable and hardworking band, All Rebel Rockers cracked the Top 40, entering the Billboard charts at #39, a first for Michael Franti & Spearhead. With multiple formats of the new release, including a super-deluxe version that features a CD, DVD, seven vinyl singles and a slew of extra items, All Rebel Rockers is Michael Franti’s & Spearhead’s most ambitious and interesting record yet.
Michael Franti and Spearhead on tour:
Sept 24 Cottonwood Park Mancos, Colorado
Sep 26 Paolo Soleri Amphitheater Santa Fe, New Mexico
Sep 27 Pine Mountain Amphitheater Flagstaff, Arizona
Sep 28 Rialto Theatre Tucson, Arizona
Nov 7 Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI
Nov 12 Brown Theatre Louisville, KY
Nov 13 Carnegie Hall of Homestead Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 14 Palace Theatre Albany, NY
Nov 15 Lupo’s Providence, RI
Nov 16 Orpheum Boston, MA
Nov 19 9:30 Club Washington, DC
Nov 21 Nokia Theatre NYC
Nov 22 Nokia Theatre NYC
Nov 28 Fillmore Denver, CO
Nov 29 Fillmore Denver, CO
Women sought for "She's Got the Look" TV supermodel search
TV Land’s “She'S Got the Look” is back. If you are looking to become the next great supermodel, we are looking for women to audition for this show that are 35-years-old and over.
Open casting calls will take place in Los Angeles , California :
Monday, September 29, 2008
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ben Kitay Studios, Stage 20
1054 Lillian Way
Hollywood , CA 90038
* please remind contestants to bring photo id*
This year the winner will receive a check for $100,000 in addition to a lucrative modeling contract with Wilhelmina Model’s, Inc. and a photo spread in a national magazine.
Last season -- judges supermodel Beverly Johnson, celebrity stylist Robert Verdi, and Wihelmina president Sean Patterson will be on hand for interviews.
For more information please contact : Wendy Coto at 310.407.4762
Open casting calls will take place in Los Angeles , California :
Monday, September 29, 2008
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ben Kitay Studios, Stage 20
1054 Lillian Way
Hollywood , CA 90038
* please remind contestants to bring photo id*
This year the winner will receive a check for $100,000 in addition to a lucrative modeling contract with Wilhelmina Model’s, Inc. and a photo spread in a national magazine.
Last season -- judges supermodel Beverly Johnson, celebrity stylist Robert Verdi, and Wihelmina president Sean Patterson will be on hand for interviews.
For more information please contact : Wendy Coto at 310.407.4762
Crown City Theatre extends "Twelfth Night"
You haven’t missed it yet: EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 4TH
Here is what audience members are saying… people with no connection to the actors or company in any way!!!
“I loved this production of Twelfth Night! I am not usually into Shakespeare, but this was humorous, full of energy, and easy to follow. Great for all ages and the actors were wonderful, all with good comedic timing. I highly recommend it!” – EMILY
“By far the best Shakespeare production I've seen in L.A. For a small troop with limited resources, it is a real accomplishment. I look forward to coming productions.” - BOBBY B.
“I've seen "Twelfth Night" countless times and yet it all felt new again. The intimate venue and clever yet simple staging put you right in the thick of it (don't worry, no audience participation required!) Hats off to the entire company. Hazzah!!” Anonymous
The Critics love it too…
"It’s hilarious!" Ted Goslin, Socal.com
"This production is a terrific way to start or end your weekend plans!" Paul Storiale, Stagehappenings.com
"This wacky play will delight audiences both young and old. Directed with playful passion." Pat Taylor, The Tolucan Times
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!!!
Tickets are only $10 a person. $5 for students and seniors. Call our reservation line at 818-942-6684 and make a reservation. Or if you wish to pay with a credit card, go to www.plays411.com/12thnight or 818-377-4055
Also, listed on Goldstar.com and Lastagealliance.com
“12th Night” runs through October 4th!!!
Performances are at
Crown City Theater at
11031 Camarillo St.
North Hollywood, CA. 91602,
Friday and Saturday at 8:00PM and Sunday at 2:00PM.
SHAKESPEARE’S COMEDY DONE IN ONE HOUR, FORTY-FOUR AND A HALF MINUTES INCLUDING INTERMISSION!!!
SHORT… FAST… AND FUNNY, WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT!
• CROWN CITY THEATRE COMPANY is a professional theatre company that has been producing Shakespeare productions for the last 11 years for the Nevada Shakespeare in the Park, Pasadena Shakespeare in Memorial Park and here in LA at the Excalibur Theatre in Studio City.
INFORMATION: Go to www.crowncitytheatre.com or call 818-942-6684.
GROUP SALES PHONE: (818) 942-6684 or Email: info@crowncitytheatre.com
Here is what audience members are saying… people with no connection to the actors or company in any way!!!
“I loved this production of Twelfth Night! I am not usually into Shakespeare, but this was humorous, full of energy, and easy to follow. Great for all ages and the actors were wonderful, all with good comedic timing. I highly recommend it!” – EMILY
“By far the best Shakespeare production I've seen in L.A. For a small troop with limited resources, it is a real accomplishment. I look forward to coming productions.” - BOBBY B.
“I've seen "Twelfth Night" countless times and yet it all felt new again. The intimate venue and clever yet simple staging put you right in the thick of it (don't worry, no audience participation required!) Hats off to the entire company. Hazzah!!” Anonymous
The Critics love it too…
"It’s hilarious!" Ted Goslin, Socal.com
"This production is a terrific way to start or end your weekend plans!" Paul Storiale, Stagehappenings.com
"This wacky play will delight audiences both young and old. Directed with playful passion." Pat Taylor, The Tolucan Times
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!!!
Tickets are only $10 a person. $5 for students and seniors. Call our reservation line at 818-942-6684 and make a reservation. Or if you wish to pay with a credit card, go to www.plays411.com/12thnight or 818-377-4055
Also, listed on Goldstar.com and Lastagealliance.com
“12th Night” runs through October 4th!!!
Performances are at
Crown City Theater at
11031 Camarillo St.
North Hollywood, CA. 91602,
Friday and Saturday at 8:00PM and Sunday at 2:00PM.
SHAKESPEARE’S COMEDY DONE IN ONE HOUR, FORTY-FOUR AND A HALF MINUTES INCLUDING INTERMISSION!!!
SHORT… FAST… AND FUNNY, WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT!
• CROWN CITY THEATRE COMPANY is a professional theatre company that has been producing Shakespeare productions for the last 11 years for the Nevada Shakespeare in the Park, Pasadena Shakespeare in Memorial Park and here in LA at the Excalibur Theatre in Studio City.
INFORMATION: Go to www.crowncitytheatre.com or call 818-942-6684.
GROUP SALES PHONE: (818) 942-6684 or Email: info@crowncitytheatre.com
Rikki Rockett to play for fiancee Melanie Martel Friday
POISON drummer Rikki Rockett will play percussion for his fiancée Melanie Martel this Friday night (September 26) at Off Broadway Bistro in Valencia, California.
Commented Rockett: "I always figured this much talent couldn't go unnoticed forever. Well, it hasn't! The producers of The E! channel's 'Rock Wives' will be filming Melanie Martel at the Off Broadway Bistro this Friday. Please come out and support her this Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the patio."
Rockett was recently "exonerated" of a felony rape charge dating back to September 2007, because he wasn't in Mississippi when the incident is alleged to have taken place in the state.
The 46-year-old — whose real name is Richard Allan Ream — was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Neshoba County, Mississippi.
The charge was reportedly dropped in May after the Neshoba County District Attorney decided he did not believe Rockett had committed the crime.
Commented Rockett: "I always figured this much talent couldn't go unnoticed forever. Well, it hasn't! The producers of The E! channel's 'Rock Wives' will be filming Melanie Martel at the Off Broadway Bistro this Friday. Please come out and support her this Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the patio."
Rockett was recently "exonerated" of a felony rape charge dating back to September 2007, because he wasn't in Mississippi when the incident is alleged to have taken place in the state.
The 46-year-old — whose real name is Richard Allan Ream — was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Neshoba County, Mississippi.
The charge was reportedly dropped in May after the Neshoba County District Attorney decided he did not believe Rockett had committed the crime.
Le Switch to release debut effort
The band's debut LP, And Now… Le Switch, is being released September 30th, 2008 on Autumn Tone Records, the label-arm of popular music blog An Aquarium Drunkard.
And Now… Le Switch was produced and mixed by drummer Joe Napolitano – with additional mixing conducted by head Radar Brother, Jim Putnam. The record is sure to bring to mind early-1970's records like Ram, Nilsson Schmilsson, Muswell Hillbillies and Leon Russell's Carney mixed with contemporaries such as Dr. Dog.
The new record puts the lyrical intensity of signer Aaron Kyle against the backdrop of the band's well-drawn arrangements. At times the lyrics are even sensitive and longing – but the beer and bourbon still soak the sound.
The band's self-released debut EP, Hello Today, came out in early 2007. Soon, Eastside Angelinos couldn't escape them - they played shows pretty much every week at The Echo, Spaceland, Little Radio, Silverlake Lounge, El Cid, El Rey, The Scene and the Viper Room. Those gigs led to live appearances on KXLU and Sirius Satellite Radio as well as airplay on Indie 103.1 FM and KROQ 106.7.
Local bloggers like Aquarium Drunkard, LAist, You Set the Scene, Radio Free Silver Lake, Amateur Chemist, Rock Insider and Passion of the Weiss praised their EP and their passionate live performances. They all lauded the band, but couldn't decide if Kyle's voice was more "raspy" or "whiskey-soaked?" One even worried that Kyle might someday sing so hard that his uvula would explode. It hasn't yet, but the old debates will surely reignite upon listening to And Now… Le Switch.
And Now… Le Switch was produced and mixed by drummer Joe Napolitano – with additional mixing conducted by head Radar Brother, Jim Putnam. The record is sure to bring to mind early-1970's records like Ram, Nilsson Schmilsson, Muswell Hillbillies and Leon Russell's Carney mixed with contemporaries such as Dr. Dog.
The new record puts the lyrical intensity of signer Aaron Kyle against the backdrop of the band's well-drawn arrangements. At times the lyrics are even sensitive and longing – but the beer and bourbon still soak the sound.
The band's self-released debut EP, Hello Today, came out in early 2007. Soon, Eastside Angelinos couldn't escape them - they played shows pretty much every week at The Echo, Spaceland, Little Radio, Silverlake Lounge, El Cid, El Rey, The Scene and the Viper Room. Those gigs led to live appearances on KXLU and Sirius Satellite Radio as well as airplay on Indie 103.1 FM and KROQ 106.7.
Local bloggers like Aquarium Drunkard, LAist, You Set the Scene, Radio Free Silver Lake, Amateur Chemist, Rock Insider and Passion of the Weiss praised their EP and their passionate live performances. They all lauded the band, but couldn't decide if Kyle's voice was more "raspy" or "whiskey-soaked?" One even worried that Kyle might someday sing so hard that his uvula would explode. It hasn't yet, but the old debates will surely reignite upon listening to And Now… Le Switch.
Vanna readying album and on tour
New England, post-hardcore group Vanna is currently wrapping up recording on their sophomore album, which is due out in early 2009. Produced by Steve Evetts (Story of the Year, Every Time I Die, Our Last Night) and mixed by Mike Watts, the yet-to-be-titled new album accentuates the band’s matured sound, reveling in a elevated mix of melody and hardcore.
After a year and a half on the road in support of their debut album, Curses, Vanna returned home to Boston in March where they began writing and demoing new tracks before relocating to Los Angeles in August for a month to record with Evetts.
“Working with Steve Evetts was such an incredible opportunity for us,” says guitarist Nick Lambert. “Steve produced some of the most influential and important albums for all of us in this band, so having him be the one steering the ship on this album was just mind blowing. He definitely helped us put together an album that we really feel is exactly how Vanna was always meant to sound!”
Comprised of Chris Preece (vocals), Evan Pharmakis (guitar, vocals), Shawn Marquis (bass), Nick Lambert (guitar) and newcomer Chris Campbell (drums), Vanna have over four years of touring and recording under their belts now, and have stepped into the studio with a remarkably developed sound for the group’s sophomore effort.
“The new record feels like a great combination of everything we've done as a band up to this point,” explains Lambert. “It has catchier hooks, bigger breakdowns, as well as bringing back all of the gang vocals, and gang singing, varied styles of screaming, and it has a faster more punk influenced vibe in a lot of places that we're really excited about. We all grew up as kids listening to pop punk as well as hardcore and metal so it feels right having the faster paced and more intense feel in the new songs, while as the same time adding even catchier and more pop oriented choruses.”
Vanna continue to up their game with skillfully written songs and amazing duel vocals. Fans of the group’s previous releases will be excited to hear the accessible mix of the catchiness from their EP and the brutal heaviness of their debut full-length, with an added edge of maturity and progressed talent.
“I really think everyone will be pumped with the new record,” continues Lambert. “It feels so much more energetic than anything else we've ever done, and we've put our hearts and minds into this recording more so than we ever have before. If you were a fan of the Search Party EP or the Curses LP, then there will be something on the new record to appreciate. We feel like we finally had a chance to include everything that we love doing in this band and put it on one album without having to compromise anything. Not only that but quality wise, it's the best sounding Vanna recording by far, and we really think that's going to help translate our live energy to the new record.”
Fans can get a preview of the album this fall when Vanna tours the US with Ligeia.
Vanna Tour Dates:
9/26 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
9/27 – The Station – Portland, ME
10/1 – The Kave – Bucksport, ME
10/2 – Oddfellows Temple – Burlington, VA
10/4 – Club Octane – Charleroi, PA
10/5 – St. Christophers – Linthicum, MD
10/6 – Peppermint Beach Club – Virginia Beach, VA
10/7 – The Oasis – Charleston, SC
10/10 – Soundstage – Conway, AR
10/11 – The Darkroom – Baton Rouge, LA
10/12 – The Pinkeye – Tulsa, OK
10/14 – American Legion – Wichita Falls, TX
10/15 – The Club – Denison, TX
10/16 – Red Seven – Austin, TX
10/17 – The Compound – Corpus Christi, TX
10/18 – Java Jazz – Houston, TX
10/19 – Ridglea Theater – Fort Worth, TX
10/22 – The Compound – Albuquerque, NM
10/24 – Cobalt Café – Canoga Park, CA
10/25 – Trilogy Theatre – Victorville, CA
10/27 – The Exit – Fresno, CA
10/28 – Eureka Coffee – Lathrop, CA
10/29 – Jerry’s Pizza – Bakersfield, CA
11/1 – Club Impact – Tacoma, WA
11/2 – The Venue – Boise, ID
11/3 – Why Sound – Logan, UT
11/8 – The Vault – Buffalo, MN
11/9 – Warehouse – La Crosse, WI
11/10 – Championship – Lemoyne, PA
11/13 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
11/14 – ICC – Boston, MA
11/15 – The Jinx – New London, CT
11/16 – The Waterfront – Holyoke, MA
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/Vanna
After a year and a half on the road in support of their debut album, Curses, Vanna returned home to Boston in March where they began writing and demoing new tracks before relocating to Los Angeles in August for a month to record with Evetts.
“Working with Steve Evetts was such an incredible opportunity for us,” says guitarist Nick Lambert. “Steve produced some of the most influential and important albums for all of us in this band, so having him be the one steering the ship on this album was just mind blowing. He definitely helped us put together an album that we really feel is exactly how Vanna was always meant to sound!”
Comprised of Chris Preece (vocals), Evan Pharmakis (guitar, vocals), Shawn Marquis (bass), Nick Lambert (guitar) and newcomer Chris Campbell (drums), Vanna have over four years of touring and recording under their belts now, and have stepped into the studio with a remarkably developed sound for the group’s sophomore effort.
“The new record feels like a great combination of everything we've done as a band up to this point,” explains Lambert. “It has catchier hooks, bigger breakdowns, as well as bringing back all of the gang vocals, and gang singing, varied styles of screaming, and it has a faster more punk influenced vibe in a lot of places that we're really excited about. We all grew up as kids listening to pop punk as well as hardcore and metal so it feels right having the faster paced and more intense feel in the new songs, while as the same time adding even catchier and more pop oriented choruses.”
Vanna continue to up their game with skillfully written songs and amazing duel vocals. Fans of the group’s previous releases will be excited to hear the accessible mix of the catchiness from their EP and the brutal heaviness of their debut full-length, with an added edge of maturity and progressed talent.
“I really think everyone will be pumped with the new record,” continues Lambert. “It feels so much more energetic than anything else we've ever done, and we've put our hearts and minds into this recording more so than we ever have before. If you were a fan of the Search Party EP or the Curses LP, then there will be something on the new record to appreciate. We feel like we finally had a chance to include everything that we love doing in this band and put it on one album without having to compromise anything. Not only that but quality wise, it's the best sounding Vanna recording by far, and we really think that's going to help translate our live energy to the new record.”
Fans can get a preview of the album this fall when Vanna tours the US with Ligeia.
Vanna Tour Dates:
9/26 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
9/27 – The Station – Portland, ME
10/1 – The Kave – Bucksport, ME
10/2 – Oddfellows Temple – Burlington, VA
10/4 – Club Octane – Charleroi, PA
10/5 – St. Christophers – Linthicum, MD
10/6 – Peppermint Beach Club – Virginia Beach, VA
10/7 – The Oasis – Charleston, SC
10/10 – Soundstage – Conway, AR
10/11 – The Darkroom – Baton Rouge, LA
10/12 – The Pinkeye – Tulsa, OK
10/14 – American Legion – Wichita Falls, TX
10/15 – The Club – Denison, TX
10/16 – Red Seven – Austin, TX
10/17 – The Compound – Corpus Christi, TX
10/18 – Java Jazz – Houston, TX
10/19 – Ridglea Theater – Fort Worth, TX
10/22 – The Compound – Albuquerque, NM
10/24 – Cobalt Café – Canoga Park, CA
10/25 – Trilogy Theatre – Victorville, CA
10/27 – The Exit – Fresno, CA
10/28 – Eureka Coffee – Lathrop, CA
10/29 – Jerry’s Pizza – Bakersfield, CA
11/1 – Club Impact – Tacoma, WA
11/2 – The Venue – Boise, ID
11/3 – Why Sound – Logan, UT
11/8 – The Vault – Buffalo, MN
11/9 – Warehouse – La Crosse, WI
11/10 – Championship – Lemoyne, PA
11/13 – The Living Room – Providence, RI
11/14 – ICC – Boston, MA
11/15 – The Jinx – New London, CT
11/16 – The Waterfront – Holyoke, MA
For More Information:
www.Epitaph.com
www.Myspace.com/Vanna
Jason Miller of Godhead to debut film
GODHEAD FRONTMAN JASON MILLER TO DEBUT “EVERYDAY JOE” AT THE EIGHTH ANNUAL VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL, HELD SEPTEMBER 24-28, IN NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA
WHAT
“Everyday Joe” is one of five featured short films in the Horror category at the Eighth Annual Valley Film Festival. The 18-minute thriller is not rated, and stars Godhead frontman Jason Miller, Persia White (from the sitcom “Girlfriends”) and Zack Throne (“Beverly Hills 90210” and “The Heights”). The film was directed by Shane Cole, and co-produced by Miller and Cole.
Festival website: www.valleyfilmfest.com
Film website: www.maskedfilms.com
WHEN/WHERE
Friday, September 26, 2008 5:30 pm
The El Portal Theatre
5269 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(street parking is plentiful)
ABOUT “EVERYDAY JOE”
Joe lives a below-average life style. He hardly has any friends, no relationships, and works odd jobs around town. One night, he drifts off to sleep and awakens in a new area. This strange occurrence will mark a new chapter in Joe’s life, bringing him down a dark path.
Director: Shane Cole
Producer: Jason Miller & Shane Cole
Writer: Gavin Hignight, Nick Rose, Zack Ward
Director of Photography: AJ Rickert Epstein
Key Cast: Jason Miller (Joe), Persia White (Gina), Zack Throne (Simon)
Godhead’s sixth studio album, “At The Edge Of The World,” will be released October 7 by Driven Music Group, the record label founded and operated by former Korn guitarist Brian “Head” Welch. For more information on Godhead, visit www.godhead.com
WHAT
“Everyday Joe” is one of five featured short films in the Horror category at the Eighth Annual Valley Film Festival. The 18-minute thriller is not rated, and stars Godhead frontman Jason Miller, Persia White (from the sitcom “Girlfriends”) and Zack Throne (“Beverly Hills 90210” and “The Heights”). The film was directed by Shane Cole, and co-produced by Miller and Cole.
Festival website: www.valleyfilmfest.com
Film website: www.maskedfilms.com
WHEN/WHERE
Friday, September 26, 2008 5:30 pm
The El Portal Theatre
5269 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(street parking is plentiful)
ABOUT “EVERYDAY JOE”
Joe lives a below-average life style. He hardly has any friends, no relationships, and works odd jobs around town. One night, he drifts off to sleep and awakens in a new area. This strange occurrence will mark a new chapter in Joe’s life, bringing him down a dark path.
Director: Shane Cole
Producer: Jason Miller & Shane Cole
Writer: Gavin Hignight, Nick Rose, Zack Ward
Director of Photography: AJ Rickert Epstein
Key Cast: Jason Miller (Joe), Persia White (Gina), Zack Throne (Simon)
Godhead’s sixth studio album, “At The Edge Of The World,” will be released October 7 by Driven Music Group, the record label founded and operated by former Korn guitarist Brian “Head” Welch. For more information on Godhead, visit www.godhead.com
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Support local music with Sierra Madre Sue
By now you probably know that my musical tastes are all over the place, but the stuff I hold most dear has its roots deep in American Country Western music. Not the mainstream country-pop (I almost wrote poop!) that the media is hyping thru lame reality and awards shows, and syndicated radio stations that all play the same stuff. I'm talking about true legends like Buck Owens, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, and Bill Monroe.But let's not forget the ladies who have left just as indelible a mark on American music as their male counterparts - greats like Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and June and Mother Maybelle Carter. It's because of these women that there's a whole new generation of cowgirls out there telling their stories thru song, and two of my new favorites will be doing just that at the Buccaneer Lounge in Sierra Madre this Friday night, Sept. 26th. DAFNI's style is described as Americana Jazz, while JAIMI SHUEY (in this week's photo) is more traditional Country. A great cowgirl double bill - details below....
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THIS ONE'S FOR MY BROTHER RICK: WED. 9/24 - DAVE GLEASON @ THE SWEET SPOT IN SANTA ROSA, 9pm. you know where it is...
WED. 9/24 - aka MAX BUDA @ THE OLD TOWNE PUB IN PASADENA, 9pm. Corner of Fair Oaks & Union, behind the big, ugly Container Store that invaded the parking lot and cast a permanent shadow on the Pub's patio several years ago. Enter thru alley off of Holly Ave. No cover, beer only (wine maybe?) Eclectic Jazzy Blues Rock from Chester, Jerry, Tedroy, Bruce, Pete, and Nick on noise-makers.
THURS. 9/25 - RAILROAD EARTH @ THE ROXY IN WEST HOLLYWOOD, 8:00pm. 9009 W. Sunset Blvd. 310-278-9457. $20. Bluegrass/Folk Rock/Jam Band. My sister's husband's cousin is in this band! http://www.myspace.com/railroadearth
FRI. 9/26 - DAVE OSTI AND DEANNA COGAN (The MELLOW D'z) @ THE MAYAN BAR (inside the Aztec Hotel) in MONROVIA, 6 - 9pm Happy Hour. 311 W. Foothill Blvd. 626-358-3231. NO COVER. Full bar, food, coldest beer in town! Acoustic Guitar, vocals. Cool dude/hot chick! http://www.davidvalentinoosti.com/.com/
FRI. 9/26 - "FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE" IN CLAREMONT, with RICK SHEA @ THE LAEMMLE THEATRE COURTYARD, 6 - 9pm. 450 W. 2nd St. rickshea.com Honkytonk/Country.
FRI. 9/26 - "SWING DANCE PARTY" with FLAT TOP TOM @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 8 - 11pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-836-5414. Full bar and great Italian food. "Pizza, Martinis and dancing the night away to great swing and blues!!! God bless!!" http://www.flattoptom.com/
FRI. 9/26 - STEEL ROD @ BARNEY'S GRILL & PUB IN PASADENA. 93 W. Colorado Blvd. Call for time: 626-577-2739. Full kitchen. No cover. Rock to Salsa. Fridays in September.
FRI. 9/26 - MERCY & THE MERKETTES @ CARMINE'S IN SOUTH PASADENA, 9pm - 1am. 424 Fair Oaks Ave. 626-799-2266. R&B, Funk, Motown, Rock, Dance music.
FRI. 9/26 - JAIMI SHUEY and DAFNI @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045. Full bar, no cover, cheap drinks, friendly service! http://www.myspace.com/jaimishuey - Americana Country. http://www.myspace.com/dafni - Americana Jazz.
FRI. 9/26 - THE FORTUNATE FEW @ RUDE DOG BAR & GRILL IN COVINA, 11pm. 114 N. Citrus Ave. 626-840-6497. $5 cover. Opening band at 9pm. Blues. John Washburn on harp, sax & vocals. I was going to put the bar's myspace site, but it's practically impossible to read their calendar, so check out the band's instead! http://www.myspace.com/fortunatefewblues
FRI. 9/26 and SAT. 9/27 - "THE SUBS" (Better Than Blue's acoustic alter ego) @ the DOCKSIDE in WEST COVINA, 7:30 - 11:30pm. 3057 E. Garvey Ave. North. In the bar area, but you can order food also. All ages ok. Joe Velosa, Danny Hesse, Felicia Bright. Acoustic rock, soul & blues. 626-915-3474.
FRI. 9/26 thru SUN. 9/28 - the Catalina Island Blues Festival featuring headliners Jonny Lang and Buddy Guy. $75 - $150.
http://www.visitcatalinaisland.com/avalon/even_specialEvent2.php
SAT. 9/27 - MERCY & THE MERKETTES @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9:30pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Full bar, no cover, pool table, free parking. 21 & over. R&B, Funk, Disco, Motown.
SAT. 9/27 - JETSTREAM @ THE OLD TOWNE PUB IN PASADENA, 9:30pm, with the Sundowners at 11pm. 66 N. Fair Oaks Ave., behind the big ugly Container Store. Enter thru alley off of Holly St. 626-577-6583. Probably a $5 cover. Jet's Rockin' jam band.
SUN. 9/28 - THE MERCY POWELL QUARTET @ CAFE 322 IN SIERRA MADRE, 1:30 - 4:30pm. 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd . 626-836-5414. Full bar and great Italian food. No cover, all ages. Mercy, Josh, Marc & Peter Burke doin' some standards & jazzy stuff for your dining & listening pleasure!
SUN. 9/28 - THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS Featuring JEAN SUDBURY & DAN DUNGAN @ THE AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER'S WELLS FARGO THEATER IN LOS ANGELES, 2pm. 4700 Western Heritage Way - next to the L.A. Zoo. With host - Poet J.D. Seibert, Nancy Lee, George Dickey, Buck Corbett & Roger Maxwell. Fundraiser to benefit the Western Music Association, California Chapter. Tickets: $20/$15 WMA & Autry Members, Children under 12 - $10. http://www.westernmusic.com/ http://www.thetumblingtumbleweeds.com/
SUN. 9/28 - "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. Every Sunday evening. Get there early - they pack 'em in!
SUN. 9/28 - ANDREW'S BAD STUFF and more @ the OLD TOWNE PUB in Pasadena, 9pm. 66 N. Fair Oaks Ave. 626-577-6583. Rock.
TUES. 9/30 - THE MERCY POWELL QUARTET @ WORLD CAFE IN SANTA MONICA, 8:30pm - midnight. 2820 Main St. at Ashland. 310-392-1661. Mercy, Josh, Marc & Peter Burke doin' some standards & jazzy stuff for your dining & listening pleasure! Looks like a great place: http://www.worldcafela.com/
TUES. 9/30 - DAFNI @ THE PIKE BAR IN LONG BEACH, 8:30pm. 1836 E. 4th St., one block west of Cherry. 562-437-4453. Full bar and dinner 'til late. Americana Jazz. http://www.myspace.com/thepike
THURS. 10/2 - AMERICAN CATAPULT @ UNIVERSAL BAR & GRILL IN NORTH HOLLYWOOD, 8pm. 4093 Lankershim Blvd. 818-766-2114. $5 cover. Alternative Pop. One of my new faves, and really nice guys! http://www.myspace.com/americancatapult
OCTOBER 3rd - HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY TO MY SON MATT!!! yikes!
FRI. 10/3 - DAVE OSTI AND DEANNA COGAN (The MELLOW D'z) @ THE MAYAN BAR (inside the Aztec Hotel) in MONROVIA, 6 - 9pm Happy Hour. 311 W. Foothill Blvd. 626-358-3231. NO COVER. Full bar, food, coldest beer in town! Acoustic Guitar, vocals. Cool dude/hot chick! http://www.davidvalentinoosti.com/.com/
FRI. 10/3 - SNOTTY SCOTTY & THE HANKIES @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045. Full bar, no cover, pool table, cheap drinks! 21 & over. 60's garage rock, one-hit wonders.
SAT. 10/4 - 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. 10/4 - WRECK 'N' SOW @ BARN BURNER RESTAURANT IN PASADENA, 8 - 11pm. 1000 S. Fair Oaks Ave. 626-403-RIBS. BBQ, beer, wine. Fun Bluegrass stuff w/great harmonies & snazzy overalls! The Dupuy Brothers and friends. This is instead of their usual first Sunday date. http://www.wrecknsow.com/
SAT. 10/4 - JOB STRILES @ THE BUCCANEER LOUNGE IN SIERRA MADRE, 9pm. 70 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. 626-355-9045 Full bar, no cover, free parking in back. Left-handed Blues guitar, Sierra Madre's own Peter Burke on drums, and usually Rick Germond on harmonica.
SAT. 10/4 - MARTINI DIARIES featuring JEFF STETSON & friends @ COLOMBO'S ITALIAN STEAK HOUSE IN EAGLE ROCK, 10pm - 1am. 1833 Colorado Blvd. 323-254-9138. Full kitchen & bar. Jeff sez: first set will be Jazz & then evolve into "Acid-Lounge-Jazz-Rock!" 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month.
SUN. 10/5 - 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, Classic Country.
SUN. 10/5 - "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. Every Sunday evening. Get there early - they pack 'em in!
Please remember to call and verify all info. before making plans. Everything is subject to change. This is show biz, after all.
Public Service Announcement: If you're not yet registered to vote, here's a good link to do so: https://www.voteforchange.com/. There's less than two weeks for you to get registered, especially if you have moved since the last time you voted. DO IT NOW!
Hope to see you out & about,
SierraMadreSue
sierramadresue@yahoo.com
Gilli Moon's Songsalive! showcase Sept. 30
gilli moon’s Songsalive! L.A Showcase@ Genghis Cohen
Featuring: gilli moon, j.walker and other extraordinary songwriters and poets in the round. See Featured performers listed below. Artists, songwriters and the general public - come and support our showcases with original music artists!
Last Tuesdays of the Month - Tuesday, September 30.
WHERE:
@ GENGHIS COHEN
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Just Nth of Melrose.
Plenty of parking.
www.genghiscohen.com
TIME: EARLY SHOW! Doors open 6.30pm / 7pm sharp start. Ends at 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Dinner Reservations: 323.653.0640
DOOR: $7 cover ($5 with flyer) at the door for the house, donations for artists appreciated during the show.
Artists apply to perform at www.songsalive.net - log-in and go to "Apply for a Showcase"
Poets and spoken word artists… come on the night and you could be picked to get up and do a piece!
MORE DETAILS AT www.songsalive.org - go to "Chapters" and look for Los Angeles
FEATURED PERFORMERS FOR TUES SEPTEMBER 30:
gilli moon
gilli moon is an australian singer, songwriter, recording artist, pianist, actor, producer, author, painter, motivator, entrepreneur, visionary and empowering community builder. She has been in los angeles for 8 years. Her restless creativity and rebellious nature continually urge her to push the envelope in the studio, on stage and with whatever she touches. She's an illustrious, energetic poly-media artist and her multifaceted albums and dynamic, entertaining live shows have touched music lovers worldwide garnering high praise from the most jaded of critics, including Newsweek Magazine.
www.gillimoon.com www.myspace.com/gillimoon
Ecotonic (Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs)
Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs are a songwriting duo from the rock & roll band ECOTONIC, featuring Chris Slade from AC/DC on the drums. Jason's toured with Peter Criss & Ace Frehley, while Janea's sung with Joe Cocker and Kenny Messina. Together they deliver a male/female dynamic within their music with a blend of rock & folk with alot of soul, which Music Connection Magazine called "Fleetwood Mac meets Audioslave".
Check out more at www.myspace.com/ecotonic or www.myspace.com/jasonandjanea. www.myspace.com/ecotonic
Greg Dormani
Gregory Dormani has been selected as a "Suggested Artist" in the December 2007 round of the Song of the Year song and lyric competition. Song of the Year receives entries from all over the world and only those artists whose collective works display consistently noteworthy creativity and talent receive such recognition. I write and sing about work, love, pain sacrifice and joy. My style is original and Americana if you accept all the multi-cultural musical influences that make this nation great.I am steeped in traditions from the depths of Brooklyn to the heights of the Great Smoky Mountains; Italian, Celtic, Blues, Latin, Pop.
www.sonicbids.com/gregdormani
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz have recorded for MGM and Capitol Records as Nathanson and Schoenholz and were Staff Songwriters for Capitol Records as well as having many songs published and performed on TV and Movies. Most recently, they have a song licensed with Mary Kay Cosmetics a Fortune 500 Company and Alan Has a song recorded by BJ Thomas written with Steve Dorff in the Movie "Jake's Corner." Their band Greydog with former members of Bob Seger and Strawberry Alarm Clock have recorded 3 CDS and their new one out now on CD Baby.com and many other sites is Psycho Acoustic Phenomenon
Elliott Samuel
From busking his way through Europe, to playing concerts for villagers in rural Cambodia, to entertaining crowds from Sydney to Jerusalem to Los Angeles, music has truly been a journey for Elliott Samuel. His songs weave together the collective lessons learned from years of travels around the world, and deeper travels through his own spirit and soul. His lyrics speak of the journey through a patchwork of experiences and lessons to finally arrive at his ultimate destination....the present moment. Elliott Samuel's music is a reminder to live in the present, and to treasure the most important things in life, like friends, family, and love.
www.myspace.com/elliottsamuel
J.Walker
J.Walker is a counselor, a poet, a rapper and a healer. J.Walker is living his dream, working as a self proclaimed RHYMECOLOGIST, he helps "at risk youth work" through their problems by expressing themselves through rap or poetry. The creativity and passion that J.Walker uses has helped him win numerous poetry slams and talent shows all through Los Angeles.
www.rhymecology.com www.myspace.com/jwalker1221
NEXT LA SHOWCASE: Now moving to the last Wednesdays of each month!
Wednesday October 29
CALL FOR ARTISTS:* You must be able to guarantee a min. of 5 guests.* 3 song acoustic set* No gigs 2 weeks before or after* Original music only* You must be a Songsalive! Elite member www.songsalive.org - go to "join"* Member benefits at www.songsalive.org* FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO PERFORM: Showcase application at www.songsalive.net
ABOUT SONGSALIVE!Songsalive! is now the largest internationally based non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing, supporting, educating and promoting songwriters and composers worldwide. Celebrating over 10 years in operation, Songsalive! was founded in 1997 by two Australian artists, Gilli Moon and Roxanne Kiely, who saw the need for a support network for songwriters that could reach the 4 corners of the globe and propel songwriters to the 4 corners of the globe. After 10 years, they have done just that! Established with now over 20 chapters around the world, and over 35 chapter coordinators, Songsalive! is run by volunteer songwriters for songwriters. Through our grassroots international efforts, we've put a stamp on what "global community" truly is and it's the type of community that is definitely needed in this ever changing music business where songwriting can be a very isolating experience and career. We provide a "home", a family, for songwriters and composers through our programs, resources, community and support, all focused on the art and business of songwriting. Through Songsalive!, songs and songwriters can be accessed by the whole world and when the hunt is on, Songsalive! is a one-stop song shop! We run our own programs and events for songwriters, and also act as an umbrella, or a link in the chain, for songwriters to know and find out other events, resources and support centers for them, globally. Check out our events and calendar online www.songsalive.orgMore about Songsalive! in Los Angeles www.songsalive.org
Featuring: gilli moon, j.walker and other extraordinary songwriters and poets in the round. See Featured performers listed below. Artists, songwriters and the general public - come and support our showcases with original music artists!
Last Tuesdays of the Month - Tuesday, September 30.
WHERE:
@ GENGHIS COHEN
740 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Just Nth of Melrose.
Plenty of parking.
www.genghiscohen.com
TIME: EARLY SHOW! Doors open 6.30pm / 7pm sharp start. Ends at 8.45pm
Great Chinese food after the show. Dinner Reservations: 323.653.0640
DOOR: $7 cover ($5 with flyer) at the door for the house, donations for artists appreciated during the show.
Artists apply to perform at www.songsalive.net - log-in and go to "Apply for a Showcase"
Poets and spoken word artists… come on the night and you could be picked to get up and do a piece!
MORE DETAILS AT www.songsalive.org - go to "Chapters" and look for Los Angeles
FEATURED PERFORMERS FOR TUES SEPTEMBER 30:
gilli moon
gilli moon is an australian singer, songwriter, recording artist, pianist, actor, producer, author, painter, motivator, entrepreneur, visionary and empowering community builder. She has been in los angeles for 8 years. Her restless creativity and rebellious nature continually urge her to push the envelope in the studio, on stage and with whatever she touches. She's an illustrious, energetic poly-media artist and her multifaceted albums and dynamic, entertaining live shows have touched music lovers worldwide garnering high praise from the most jaded of critics, including Newsweek Magazine.
www.gillimoon.com www.myspace.com/gillimoon
Ecotonic (Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs)
Jason Ebs & Janea Chadwick Ebs are a songwriting duo from the rock & roll band ECOTONIC, featuring Chris Slade from AC/DC on the drums. Jason's toured with Peter Criss & Ace Frehley, while Janea's sung with Joe Cocker and Kenny Messina. Together they deliver a male/female dynamic within their music with a blend of rock & folk with alot of soul, which Music Connection Magazine called "Fleetwood Mac meets Audioslave".
Check out more at www.myspace.com/ecotonic or www.myspace.com/jasonandjanea. www.myspace.com/ecotonic
Greg Dormani
Gregory Dormani has been selected as a "Suggested Artist" in the December 2007 round of the Song of the Year song and lyric competition. Song of the Year receives entries from all over the world and only those artists whose collective works display consistently noteworthy creativity and talent receive such recognition. I write and sing about work, love, pain sacrifice and joy. My style is original and Americana if you accept all the multi-cultural musical influences that make this nation great.I am steeped in traditions from the depths of Brooklyn to the heights of the Great Smoky Mountains; Italian, Celtic, Blues, Latin, Pop.
www.sonicbids.com/gregdormani
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz
Alan Nathanson and Steve Schoenholz have recorded for MGM and Capitol Records as Nathanson and Schoenholz and were Staff Songwriters for Capitol Records as well as having many songs published and performed on TV and Movies. Most recently, they have a song licensed with Mary Kay Cosmetics a Fortune 500 Company and Alan Has a song recorded by BJ Thomas written with Steve Dorff in the Movie "Jake's Corner." Their band Greydog with former members of Bob Seger and Strawberry Alarm Clock have recorded 3 CDS and their new one out now on CD Baby.com and many other sites is Psycho Acoustic Phenomenon
Elliott Samuel
From busking his way through Europe, to playing concerts for villagers in rural Cambodia, to entertaining crowds from Sydney to Jerusalem to Los Angeles, music has truly been a journey for Elliott Samuel. His songs weave together the collective lessons learned from years of travels around the world, and deeper travels through his own spirit and soul. His lyrics speak of the journey through a patchwork of experiences and lessons to finally arrive at his ultimate destination....the present moment. Elliott Samuel's music is a reminder to live in the present, and to treasure the most important things in life, like friends, family, and love.
www.myspace.com/elliottsamuel
J.Walker
J.Walker is a counselor, a poet, a rapper and a healer. J.Walker is living his dream, working as a self proclaimed RHYMECOLOGIST, he helps "at risk youth work" through their problems by expressing themselves through rap or poetry. The creativity and passion that J.Walker uses has helped him win numerous poetry slams and talent shows all through Los Angeles.
www.rhymecology.com www.myspace.com/jwalker1221
NEXT LA SHOWCASE: Now moving to the last Wednesdays of each month!
Wednesday October 29
CALL FOR ARTISTS:* You must be able to guarantee a min. of 5 guests.* 3 song acoustic set* No gigs 2 weeks before or after* Original music only* You must be a Songsalive! Elite member www.songsalive.org - go to "join"* Member benefits at www.songsalive.org* FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO PERFORM: Showcase application at www.songsalive.net
ABOUT SONGSALIVE!Songsalive! is now the largest internationally based non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing, supporting, educating and promoting songwriters and composers worldwide. Celebrating over 10 years in operation, Songsalive! was founded in 1997 by two Australian artists, Gilli Moon and Roxanne Kiely, who saw the need for a support network for songwriters that could reach the 4 corners of the globe and propel songwriters to the 4 corners of the globe. After 10 years, they have done just that! Established with now over 20 chapters around the world, and over 35 chapter coordinators, Songsalive! is run by volunteer songwriters for songwriters. Through our grassroots international efforts, we've put a stamp on what "global community" truly is and it's the type of community that is definitely needed in this ever changing music business where songwriting can be a very isolating experience and career. We provide a "home", a family, for songwriters and composers through our programs, resources, community and support, all focused on the art and business of songwriting. Through Songsalive!, songs and songwriters can be accessed by the whole world and when the hunt is on, Songsalive! is a one-stop song shop! We run our own programs and events for songwriters, and also act as an umbrella, or a link in the chain, for songwriters to know and find out other events, resources and support centers for them, globally. Check out our events and calendar online www.songsalive.orgMore about Songsalive! in Los Angeles www.songsalive.org
Lance Armstrong takes Livestrong global
Today, Lance Armstrong, cancer survivor, cycling champion and founder and chairman of the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF), announced the creation of the LIVESTRONG - Global Cancer Awareness Campaign focused on supporting the 25 million people living with cancer worldwide, dispelling the misconceptions surrounding the disease and urging world leaders to make cancer a greater priority.
"I'm returning to cycling in order to raise awareness of the global cancer burden," said Mr. Armstrong. "While my intention is to train and compete as fiercely as I always have, this time I will gauge victory by how much progress we make against cancer, a disease that will claim 8 million lives this year alone.
"Our campaign will appeal to every person affected by cancer as well as their nations' leaders and we intend to visit, race and train in those countries that join our cause. We will reach out to those who suffer in silence and connect them with a community of cancer survivors to give them strength and hope. And we will appeal to world leaders, asking for their help in fighting a disease from which millions die needlessly. United, we can win the fight against cancer."
Cancer is a leading cause of death that is projected to claim 12 million lives by 2030. Deaths due to cancer outnumber those caused by AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria combined. Following 18 months of worldwide research, the LAF found widespread misconceptions, stigma and lack of awareness associated with cancer.
For many countries, cancer is considered a death sentence, causing people to avoid seeking prevention, detection and treatment. Because many still believe cancer to be contagious, those affected by the disease are frequently isolated and stigmatized by their communities. Often, the causes of the disease and the growing success in treating cancer are unknown.
Mr. Armstrong unveiled the LIVESTRONG - Global Cancer Awareness Campaign before world leaders, policy makers and non-profit organizations gathered at the opening session of the Clinton Global Initiative in New York. Speaking to attendees, Mr. Armstrong appealed for their support and invited them to attend the LIVESTRONG - Global Cancer Summit, scheduled for July 28, 2009, in Paris, following the Tour de France.
"I am so pleased that Lance Armstrong and his foundation made a commitment to increase their efforts to raise awareness and inspire action to fight cancer on a global scale," President Clinton said. "This campaign is a great example of what can be done to address pressing challenges in new and measurable ways - which is what the Clinton Global Initiative is all about."
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was among the first to lend his support to raising cancer awareness around the world.
"Tens of millions of eyes will be on the Tour, and this is our chance to captivate a captive audience," said Mayor Bloomberg. "Awareness is a key to cancer prevention and this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make people aware of what they can do and how they can get involved."
Mr. Armstrong also revealed details of his return to cycling. He will be reuniting with Johan Bruyneel, his long time team director and the architect of his seven Tour de France wins, on Team Astana. Mr. Armstrong described a rekindled desire throughout the past year to reengage in professional cycling. His commitment to the sport and to its growth is exemplified by his long-term partnership with Mr. Bruyneel as a Pro Tour rider and owner, as a mentor and owner of the Trek Under 23 Developmental Team, and as a local owner of a bike shop in Austin, Texas.
Mr. Armstrong also announced his commitment to changing the culture of drug testing in professional sports through his team's retention of Dr. Don Catlin, a leading expert in identifying and detecting the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports. Dr. Catlin will design the most comprehensive program ever implemented for a professional athlete. The goal of the program will be to change current thinking about testing and make it possible for athletes to prove they are racing clean rather than trying to prove they did not cheat. All of Lance's blood work and testing will be posted online at www.livestrong.com
"Lance has been very specific about his desire for the complete transparency and availability of his results," said Dr. Catlin. "The program we have developed for him will be thorough, rigorous and leave no room for speculation."
Mr. Armstrong also announced highlights of his racing schedule which will include the Tour Down Under in Australia beginning January 18, 2009 (his first race since the 2005 Tour de France), and the Tour de France which begins July 4, 2009, in Monaco.Biography: Don Catlin, M.D.CEO of Anti-Doping Research & Professor Emeritus at the UCLA School of Medicine.
For 26 years, Dr. Don Catlin has been at the forefront of the global battle against the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports, and he is often referred to as one of the fathers of drug testing in sport. In 1982, Dr. Catlin founded the UCLA Olympic Analytical Laboratory, the first anti-doping lab in the United States, and served as its director for 25 years. Under his stewardship, the lab grew to become the world's largest.At the UCLA Olympic Lab, Dr. Catlin oversaw the drug testing at the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, the 1994 Soccer World Cup and the testing for anabolic agents at the 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta.
Among other breakthroughs, he and his lab team developed the testing methodology that differentiates natural from artificial testosterone; inaugurated the test for darbepoetin, a long-acting form of the blood booster medicine EPO; were first to report the use of a designer steroid (norbolethone) in sport; and marshaled the analytic work behind the BALCO scandal, which involved identifying the designer steroid THG.
In 2005, as part of an effort to keep up with the continual introduction of new and ever-evolving performance-enhancing drugs in competition, Dr. Catlin and colleagues founded Anti-Doping Research (ADR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to research and testing development. One of ADR's current priorities is developing a reliable urine test to detect the use of human growth hormone (hGH)--a long-sought-after goal that Dr. Catlin believes is within reach.
Dr. Catlin also serves as Professor Emeritus of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at the UCLA School of Medicine and is the author of over 100 articles in scientific publications. He is a member of the World Anti-Doping Agency Health, Medical and Research Committee and a member of the International Olympic Committee Medical Commission, the two organizations charged with oversight of the drug testing at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing.
About the Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) unites people through programs and experiences to empower cancer survivors to live life on their own terms and to raise awareness and funds for the fight against cancer. The LAF focuses on cancer prevention, access to screening and care, research and quality of life for cancer survivors. Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong, the LAF has raised more than $260 million for the fight against cancer and distributed more than 60 million LIVESTRONG wristbands to help make cancer a global priority. This year, the LAF became a supporter of the World Cancer Declaration endorsed by the UICC World Cancer Congress 2008. The LAF encourages all individuals to show their support by signing the declaration at www.livestrong.org.
"I'm returning to cycling in order to raise awareness of the global cancer burden," said Mr. Armstrong. "While my intention is to train and compete as fiercely as I always have, this time I will gauge victory by how much progress we make against cancer, a disease that will claim 8 million lives this year alone.
"Our campaign will appeal to every person affected by cancer as well as their nations' leaders and we intend to visit, race and train in those countries that join our cause. We will reach out to those who suffer in silence and connect them with a community of cancer survivors to give them strength and hope. And we will appeal to world leaders, asking for their help in fighting a disease from which millions die needlessly. United, we can win the fight against cancer."
Cancer is a leading cause of death that is projected to claim 12 million lives by 2030. Deaths due to cancer outnumber those caused by AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria combined. Following 18 months of worldwide research, the LAF found widespread misconceptions, stigma and lack of awareness associated with cancer.
For many countries, cancer is considered a death sentence, causing people to avoid seeking prevention, detection and treatment. Because many still believe cancer to be contagious, those affected by the disease are frequently isolated and stigmatized by their communities. Often, the causes of the disease and the growing success in treating cancer are unknown.
Mr. Armstrong unveiled the LIVESTRONG - Global Cancer Awareness Campaign before world leaders, policy makers and non-profit organizations gathered at the opening session of the Clinton Global Initiative in New York. Speaking to attendees, Mr. Armstrong appealed for their support and invited them to attend the LIVESTRONG - Global Cancer Summit, scheduled for July 28, 2009, in Paris, following the Tour de France.
"I am so pleased that Lance Armstrong and his foundation made a commitment to increase their efforts to raise awareness and inspire action to fight cancer on a global scale," President Clinton said. "This campaign is a great example of what can be done to address pressing challenges in new and measurable ways - which is what the Clinton Global Initiative is all about."
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was among the first to lend his support to raising cancer awareness around the world.
"Tens of millions of eyes will be on the Tour, and this is our chance to captivate a captive audience," said Mayor Bloomberg. "Awareness is a key to cancer prevention and this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make people aware of what they can do and how they can get involved."
Mr. Armstrong also revealed details of his return to cycling. He will be reuniting with Johan Bruyneel, his long time team director and the architect of his seven Tour de France wins, on Team Astana. Mr. Armstrong described a rekindled desire throughout the past year to reengage in professional cycling. His commitment to the sport and to its growth is exemplified by his long-term partnership with Mr. Bruyneel as a Pro Tour rider and owner, as a mentor and owner of the Trek Under 23 Developmental Team, and as a local owner of a bike shop in Austin, Texas.
Mr. Armstrong also announced his commitment to changing the culture of drug testing in professional sports through his team's retention of Dr. Don Catlin, a leading expert in identifying and detecting the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports. Dr. Catlin will design the most comprehensive program ever implemented for a professional athlete. The goal of the program will be to change current thinking about testing and make it possible for athletes to prove they are racing clean rather than trying to prove they did not cheat. All of Lance's blood work and testing will be posted online at www.livestrong.com
"Lance has been very specific about his desire for the complete transparency and availability of his results," said Dr. Catlin. "The program we have developed for him will be thorough, rigorous and leave no room for speculation."
Mr. Armstrong also announced highlights of his racing schedule which will include the Tour Down Under in Australia beginning January 18, 2009 (his first race since the 2005 Tour de France), and the Tour de France which begins July 4, 2009, in Monaco.Biography: Don Catlin, M.D.CEO of Anti-Doping Research & Professor Emeritus at the UCLA School of Medicine.
For 26 years, Dr. Don Catlin has been at the forefront of the global battle against the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports, and he is often referred to as one of the fathers of drug testing in sport. In 1982, Dr. Catlin founded the UCLA Olympic Analytical Laboratory, the first anti-doping lab in the United States, and served as its director for 25 years. Under his stewardship, the lab grew to become the world's largest.At the UCLA Olympic Lab, Dr. Catlin oversaw the drug testing at the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, the 1994 Soccer World Cup and the testing for anabolic agents at the 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta.
Among other breakthroughs, he and his lab team developed the testing methodology that differentiates natural from artificial testosterone; inaugurated the test for darbepoetin, a long-acting form of the blood booster medicine EPO; were first to report the use of a designer steroid (norbolethone) in sport; and marshaled the analytic work behind the BALCO scandal, which involved identifying the designer steroid THG.
In 2005, as part of an effort to keep up with the continual introduction of new and ever-evolving performance-enhancing drugs in competition, Dr. Catlin and colleagues founded Anti-Doping Research (ADR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to research and testing development. One of ADR's current priorities is developing a reliable urine test to detect the use of human growth hormone (hGH)--a long-sought-after goal that Dr. Catlin believes is within reach.
Dr. Catlin also serves as Professor Emeritus of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at the UCLA School of Medicine and is the author of over 100 articles in scientific publications. He is a member of the World Anti-Doping Agency Health, Medical and Research Committee and a member of the International Olympic Committee Medical Commission, the two organizations charged with oversight of the drug testing at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing.
About the Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) unites people through programs and experiences to empower cancer survivors to live life on their own terms and to raise awareness and funds for the fight against cancer. The LAF focuses on cancer prevention, access to screening and care, research and quality of life for cancer survivors. Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong, the LAF has raised more than $260 million for the fight against cancer and distributed more than 60 million LIVESTRONG wristbands to help make cancer a global priority. This year, the LAF became a supporter of the World Cancer Declaration endorsed by the UICC World Cancer Congress 2008. The LAF encourages all individuals to show their support by signing the declaration at www.livestrong.org.
Pasadena Conservatory of Music to host Musical Pajama Party
Musical Pajama Party at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music
Newborn to two year old children and their parents are invited to put on their jammies and come on over to the Pasadena Conservatory of Music on Tuesday, September 30 at 6:30, for a Musical Pajama Party. Kim Berry, one of the Conservatory's most beloved Young Musicians instructors, will serenade children with music and a bedtime story. Teddy bears, silent cuddly toys and favorite blankies are all welcome to this FREE event.
The Pasadena Conservatory is located at 100 North Hill Avenue in Pasadena. Reservations are required. Please call 626-683-3355 for reservations and information.
Newborn to two year old children and their parents are invited to put on their jammies and come on over to the Pasadena Conservatory of Music on Tuesday, September 30 at 6:30, for a Musical Pajama Party. Kim Berry, one of the Conservatory's most beloved Young Musicians instructors, will serenade children with music and a bedtime story. Teddy bears, silent cuddly toys and favorite blankies are all welcome to this FREE event.
The Pasadena Conservatory is located at 100 North Hill Avenue in Pasadena. Reservations are required. Please call 626-683-3355 for reservations and information.
The HUman Value's latest is here
Today marks the American release of The Human Value’s Push And Pull on Pretty Mouth/Big Deal Records. Returning from a year in London with two UK releases and loads of successful touring and press.
The Human Value is fronted by lead singer Turu, a pouty-lipped, balls-to-the-wall sultress; her partner in crime, guitarist and sometime vocalist Hiram Fleites.and drummer Tim Bolish make the threesome complete. Although their sound is dark and intelligently unhinged in an underground east coast way, the west coast is where, now along now with London, they call home.
Most recently THV performed acoustically at LA’s Thread Fashion Show. Internet site VIMBY enlisted them as veejays for event coverage! Visit here to catch up with them having some fashionable fun: http://vimby.com/video/fashion/us/all/detail/7803
THV will also have features with live performances coming up on several great internet TV shows to include GOTV.com and Groupee.com Indie 103 Los Angeles has been a great supporter of THV and after performing at several of their Viper Room nights and being featured on such Indie 103 programs as “Check One Two” and Mark Sovel’s weekly lunch time show as featured band of the day, Hiram was asked to create some new original art for upcoming Indie 103 promotions with Fresh and Easy, USC games as well as other promotions in the works.
Catch THV:
Saturday, October 4 @ 10th Annual Eagle Rock Music Festival (Colorado Blvd between Eagle Rock & Argus). 5 pm @ Kingsize Soundlab Stage. All ages, free. http://www.myspace.com/eaglerockmusicfestival
Thursday, October 2 @ San Diego Fashion week @ On Broadway events center 10PM http://www.obec.tv
Friday, October 24 @ The Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood) 21+, 10 pm, $5. With KAV (UK). http://www.viperroom.com
The Human Value is fronted by lead singer Turu, a pouty-lipped, balls-to-the-wall sultress; her partner in crime, guitarist and sometime vocalist Hiram Fleites.and drummer Tim Bolish make the threesome complete. Although their sound is dark and intelligently unhinged in an underground east coast way, the west coast is where, now along now with London, they call home.
Most recently THV performed acoustically at LA’s Thread Fashion Show. Internet site VIMBY enlisted them as veejays for event coverage! Visit here to catch up with them having some fashionable fun: http://vimby.com/video/fashion/us/all/detail/7803
THV will also have features with live performances coming up on several great internet TV shows to include GOTV.com and Groupee.com Indie 103 Los Angeles has been a great supporter of THV and after performing at several of their Viper Room nights and being featured on such Indie 103 programs as “Check One Two” and Mark Sovel’s weekly lunch time show as featured band of the day, Hiram was asked to create some new original art for upcoming Indie 103 promotions with Fresh and Easy, USC games as well as other promotions in the works.
Catch THV:
Saturday, October 4 @ 10th Annual Eagle Rock Music Festival (Colorado Blvd between Eagle Rock & Argus). 5 pm @ Kingsize Soundlab Stage. All ages, free. http://www.myspace.com/eaglerockmusicfestival
Thursday, October 2 @ San Diego Fashion week @ On Broadway events center 10PM http://www.obec.tv
Friday, October 24 @ The Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood) 21+, 10 pm, $5. With KAV (UK). http://www.viperroom.com
Trisha Yearwood's cookbook is doing well
Trisha Yearwood celebrated her birthday last Friday (9/19) by NOT making her own cake. In Trisha’s cookbook, co-written by mom Gwen and sister Beth, she details how she makes her husband’s favorite, German Chocolate Cake for him each year – and then told Redbook Magazine, “I started doing the birthday cake thing for Garth and that sort of evolved and I became the birthday cake lady for everybody in the family! They all expect it now.”
Luckily, Trisha’s best friends Lisa & Kim, who celebrated the day with Trisha at home in Tulsa, OK, stepped in to handle the cake duties last Friday.
Family & food are the mainstays in Trisha’s hectic life of travel and public appearances. The stories and recipes that come from a lifetime of home-cooked Southern meals and family gatherings are the basis of “Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen,” the cookbook written by Trisha, Gwen and Beth that debuted as a New York Times Bestseller in April ’08 and remained there for five weeks.
The cookbook returned to the Bestseller list last month as Trisha appeared on the September cover of Redbook magazine. In the issue, Trisha traveled to her hometown of Monticello, GA to spend the day with Gwen and Beth in the kitchen of her childhood home.
She’ll return home to Georgia on the weekend of October 11th, when Trisha, Beth & Gwen make a rare cooking appearance at the Taste Of Atlanta - a 2-day outdoor food festival held in the streets of Atlanta. The event will feature more than 70 of the city's best restaurants, live cooking demonstrations from national and local celebrity chefs, live entertainment and events.
Luckily, Trisha’s best friends Lisa & Kim, who celebrated the day with Trisha at home in Tulsa, OK, stepped in to handle the cake duties last Friday.
Family & food are the mainstays in Trisha’s hectic life of travel and public appearances. The stories and recipes that come from a lifetime of home-cooked Southern meals and family gatherings are the basis of “Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen,” the cookbook written by Trisha, Gwen and Beth that debuted as a New York Times Bestseller in April ’08 and remained there for five weeks.
The cookbook returned to the Bestseller list last month as Trisha appeared on the September cover of Redbook magazine. In the issue, Trisha traveled to her hometown of Monticello, GA to spend the day with Gwen and Beth in the kitchen of her childhood home.
She’ll return home to Georgia on the weekend of October 11th, when Trisha, Beth & Gwen make a rare cooking appearance at the Taste Of Atlanta - a 2-day outdoor food festival held in the streets of Atlanta. The event will feature more than 70 of the city's best restaurants, live cooking demonstrations from national and local celebrity chefs, live entertainment and events.
Asobi Seksu to tour U.S. in support of new album
New York’s Asobi Seksu is thrilled to announce its first US tour dates in over a year. With much of the band’s touring schedule taking them abroad for the past two years, they are extra excited to be hitting the road once again in America.
Following their last full-length, the rapturously received Citrus (which spawned the fine singles “Thursday”, “Strawberries” and “Goodbye”, and received glowing notices across the board), Asobi Seksu returns in early 2009 with their fantastic and none-more-assured third LP, which like Citrus was produced by Chris Zane (The Walkmen, Les Savy Fav).
The new record is preceded in November by the swooping, emphatic single “Me & Mary” (backed by non-album B-Side “Breathe Into Glass”), which rolls forth on a bed of drums and glistening guitars, and features a soaring vocal performance from Yuki Chikudate (keyboard, vocals), who along with James Hanna (guitars) form the core of Asobi Seksu. The single will be released digitally and on 7” vinyl in the US via Polyvinyl and in Europe via One Little Indian on Nov 18 and Nov 17, respectively.
US Tour Dates
10/17 Annandale-on-Hudson, NY @ Bard College - Smog
10/18 Boston, MA @ T.T. the Bear’s
10/19 Montreal, QC @ tba
10/20 Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe
10/21 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop
10/22 Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle
10/24 Denver, CO @ Hi Dive
10/25 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
10/27 Seattle, WA @ Nectar
10/28 Vancouver, BC @ Media Club
10/29 Portland, OR @ Holocene
10/30 San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop
10/31 Los Angeles, CA @ tba
asobiseksu.com
myspace.com/asobiseksu
polyvinylrecords.com
indian.co.uk
Following their last full-length, the rapturously received Citrus (which spawned the fine singles “Thursday”, “Strawberries” and “Goodbye”, and received glowing notices across the board), Asobi Seksu returns in early 2009 with their fantastic and none-more-assured third LP, which like Citrus was produced by Chris Zane (The Walkmen, Les Savy Fav).
The new record is preceded in November by the swooping, emphatic single “Me & Mary” (backed by non-album B-Side “Breathe Into Glass”), which rolls forth on a bed of drums and glistening guitars, and features a soaring vocal performance from Yuki Chikudate (keyboard, vocals), who along with James Hanna (guitars) form the core of Asobi Seksu. The single will be released digitally and on 7” vinyl in the US via Polyvinyl and in Europe via One Little Indian on Nov 18 and Nov 17, respectively.
US Tour Dates
10/17 Annandale-on-Hudson, NY @ Bard College - Smog
10/18 Boston, MA @ T.T. the Bear’s
10/19 Montreal, QC @ tba
10/20 Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe
10/21 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop
10/22 Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle
10/24 Denver, CO @ Hi Dive
10/25 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
10/27 Seattle, WA @ Nectar
10/28 Vancouver, BC @ Media Club
10/29 Portland, OR @ Holocene
10/30 San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop
10/31 Los Angeles, CA @ tba
asobiseksu.com
myspace.com/asobiseksu
polyvinylrecords.com
indian.co.uk
Artists launch I Wrote You a Song, trading art for political action
Musician Jack Dolgen (Maricopa, Sam Champion) had a song and an idea: use his track to raise money for Barack Obama after a run in with the man himself.
He told Barack, "You've been running, I've been recording."
The first song to be released from that recording project is, "Daytime," a song about bridging divides and coming together.
As he and designer Andrew Ackermann tossed the concept around to their friends in the music and design worlds, one man's idea grew into an organization called I Wrote You a Song: trading art for political action.
The first campaign is BarackRock.org which will feature daily contributions from artists like Maricopa, Jens Lekman, Sam Champion, Antibalis, Via Audio, Northern State, Frank Bango, Sono Oto, Bryan Scary & The Shredding Tears, The Jealous Girlfriends, and many, many more!
The effort is ongoing and will continue to review and post contributions from artists till Election Day.BarackRock.org uses music and design to bring people from around the world together under one banner and channel their energy into a unified force.
BarackRock.org is an ever-expanding archive of free, exclusive mp3s, each with its own individual art, meant to build funds, excitement and action for the Obama campaign.
The political change we're working towards won't come by itself. The more downloads we get, the larger our impact can be, so spread the word!These are unreleased tracks and demos, only available here, and only available now, so plug in your headphones and make a difference.
He told Barack, "You've been running, I've been recording."
The first song to be released from that recording project is, "Daytime," a song about bridging divides and coming together.
As he and designer Andrew Ackermann tossed the concept around to their friends in the music and design worlds, one man's idea grew into an organization called I Wrote You a Song: trading art for political action.
The first campaign is BarackRock.org which will feature daily contributions from artists like Maricopa, Jens Lekman, Sam Champion, Antibalis, Via Audio, Northern State, Frank Bango, Sono Oto, Bryan Scary & The Shredding Tears, The Jealous Girlfriends, and many, many more!
The effort is ongoing and will continue to review and post contributions from artists till Election Day.BarackRock.org uses music and design to bring people from around the world together under one banner and channel their energy into a unified force.
BarackRock.org is an ever-expanding archive of free, exclusive mp3s, each with its own individual art, meant to build funds, excitement and action for the Obama campaign.
The political change we're working towards won't come by itself. The more downloads we get, the larger our impact can be, so spread the word!These are unreleased tracks and demos, only available here, and only available now, so plug in your headphones and make a difference.
Thelonious Dub celebrates 100th gig and has tons more
Thelonious Dub an instrumental trio founded by guitarist Joe Bartone in 2007 has reached the 100 gig mark in just 12 months. In addition to this milestone, the group is also proud to announce a weekly residency at the new Brenart Wine Bar and Restaurant in Pasadena. They will play there each weekend on either Friday or Saturday night depending on other bookings.
Bartone notes, “I can’t believe it’s been a year of Thelonious Dub and we have already played 100 gigs! Now with our residency at Brenart we’ll be well on our way to 200 gigs. I guess folks are digging our complete misunderstanding of both jazz and reggae.”
Thelonious Dub play a unique mix of improvised jazz, dub reggae and jam band styles. Bartone is supported by John von Seggern on bass and Sean Rainey on drums. They are frequently joined on gigs by various friends and guests on sax, guitar and other instruments.
Recently interviewed for LAist.com, one of LA’s most popular culture web sites, Bartone explains how they came to play their unique band of dub jazz and on so many gigs. Check it out at http://laist.com/2008/09/14/laist_interview_thelonious_dub.php.
Most of Thelonious Dub’s live performance features classic tunes by Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, and Charles Mingus, along with witty pop and rock covers (Coldplay’s “Clocks”, “When the World is Running Down” by the Police among others) and originals.
Bartone notes, “my unorthodox style is a direct result of my limitations and the many ways I strove to compensate for those shortcomings. I am proof that art is freedom through creation and it is the process that gives my life meaning.”
Modeled after the "Modern Lounge" sound, T-Dub draws from groups and artists like Bill Frisell, John Scofield, Massive Attack, Thievery Corporation and Sly & Robbie. To pursue this sound, Thelonious Dub adds electric sitar and a large array of guitar effects.
Since their founding in 2007 the band has played over 100 shows at a vast range of venues around Los Angeles. In October they will perform at their typical wide variety of rooms and events, see below or at http://www.myspace.com/theloniousdub for their schedule:
Oct 2 2008 8:00P Egyptian Theater - Artivist Film Festival Opening Hollywood
Oct 3 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 4 2008 9:30P QOP @ Engineering Cinematheque Hollywood
(opening for Cut Chemist)
Oct 5 2008 8:00P Egyptian Theater - Artivist Film Festival Closing Hollywood
Oct 9 2008 8:30P Trip (formerly Nocturnal) Santa Monica
Oct 10 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 11 2008 7:00P Cafe 322 Sierra Madre
Oct 17 2008 9:00P Buccaneer’s Sierra Madre
Oct 18 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 21 2008 7:00P Jax Bar & Grill Glendale
Oct 24 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 25 2008 4:00P Charcuterie- Sierra Madre Jazz Walk Sierra Madre
Oct 30 2008 9:30P The Foundry On Melrose Hollywood
Oct 31 2008 7:30P Whisper Café Encino
Bartone notes, “I can’t believe it’s been a year of Thelonious Dub and we have already played 100 gigs! Now with our residency at Brenart we’ll be well on our way to 200 gigs. I guess folks are digging our complete misunderstanding of both jazz and reggae.”
Thelonious Dub play a unique mix of improvised jazz, dub reggae and jam band styles. Bartone is supported by John von Seggern on bass and Sean Rainey on drums. They are frequently joined on gigs by various friends and guests on sax, guitar and other instruments.
Recently interviewed for LAist.com, one of LA’s most popular culture web sites, Bartone explains how they came to play their unique band of dub jazz and on so many gigs. Check it out at http://laist.com/2008/09/14/laist_interview_thelonious_dub.php.
Most of Thelonious Dub’s live performance features classic tunes by Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, and Charles Mingus, along with witty pop and rock covers (Coldplay’s “Clocks”, “When the World is Running Down” by the Police among others) and originals.
Bartone notes, “my unorthodox style is a direct result of my limitations and the many ways I strove to compensate for those shortcomings. I am proof that art is freedom through creation and it is the process that gives my life meaning.”
Modeled after the "Modern Lounge" sound, T-Dub draws from groups and artists like Bill Frisell, John Scofield, Massive Attack, Thievery Corporation and Sly & Robbie. To pursue this sound, Thelonious Dub adds electric sitar and a large array of guitar effects.
Since their founding in 2007 the band has played over 100 shows at a vast range of venues around Los Angeles. In October they will perform at their typical wide variety of rooms and events, see below or at http://www.myspace.com/theloniousdub for their schedule:
Oct 2 2008 8:00P Egyptian Theater - Artivist Film Festival Opening Hollywood
Oct 3 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 4 2008 9:30P QOP @ Engineering Cinematheque Hollywood
(opening for Cut Chemist)
Oct 5 2008 8:00P Egyptian Theater - Artivist Film Festival Closing Hollywood
Oct 9 2008 8:30P Trip (formerly Nocturnal) Santa Monica
Oct 10 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 11 2008 7:00P Cafe 322 Sierra Madre
Oct 17 2008 9:00P Buccaneer’s Sierra Madre
Oct 18 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 21 2008 7:00P Jax Bar & Grill Glendale
Oct 24 2008 7:00P Brenart Restaurant And Wine Bar Pasadena
Oct 25 2008 4:00P Charcuterie- Sierra Madre Jazz Walk Sierra Madre
Oct 30 2008 9:30P The Foundry On Melrose Hollywood
Oct 31 2008 7:30P Whisper Café Encino
Fantasy bingo benefit for Media City Ballet
KICK OFF “CHRISTMAS IN OCTOBER” WITH
MEDIA CITY BALLET’S FANTASY LEGENDARY BINGO
Join Us For A Fund-Raising Event For Media City Ballet with Celebrity Fantasy Characters From “The Nutcracker” including The Nutcracker Prince, The Sugar Plum Fairy, Mother Ginger and An Assortment of Snowflakes!!!
WHO: Join Celebrity Fantasy Characters From Tchaikovsky’s holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker,” including The Nutcracker Prince, The Sugar Plum Fairy, Mother Ginger and An Assortment of Snowflakes, along with Bingo-Boy, Jeffery Bowman and the incomparable Bridgette of Madison County, as they host a fund-raising event for Media City Ballet, a not-for-profit organization which will present “The Nutcracker” at the Alex Theatre in Glendale in December of this year.
WHAT: A rollicking good time playing Bingo for valuable prizes and auction items.
WHERE: Hamburger Mary’s; 8288 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Sweetzer Street and next to the City of West Hollywood City Hall); West Hollywood, CA 90046.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Please arrive early.
HOW: Hamburger Mary’s is a popular eatery in the City of West Hollywood. Come have a bite to eat and play Bingo. Bring the whole family! There is a Suggested Donation of $20 per person for Bingo cards. Valet parking and street parking are available.
For further information, please visit the websites please visit www.mediacityballet.org
and www.legendarybingo.com
or call Hamburger Mary’s at 323.654.3800.
MEDIA CITY BALLET’S FANTASY LEGENDARY BINGO
Join Us For A Fund-Raising Event For Media City Ballet with Celebrity Fantasy Characters From “The Nutcracker” including The Nutcracker Prince, The Sugar Plum Fairy, Mother Ginger and An Assortment of Snowflakes!!!
WHO: Join Celebrity Fantasy Characters From Tchaikovsky’s holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker,” including The Nutcracker Prince, The Sugar Plum Fairy, Mother Ginger and An Assortment of Snowflakes, along with Bingo-Boy, Jeffery Bowman and the incomparable Bridgette of Madison County, as they host a fund-raising event for Media City Ballet, a not-for-profit organization which will present “The Nutcracker” at the Alex Theatre in Glendale in December of this year.
WHAT: A rollicking good time playing Bingo for valuable prizes and auction items.
WHERE: Hamburger Mary’s; 8288 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Sweetzer Street and next to the City of West Hollywood City Hall); West Hollywood, CA 90046.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Please arrive early.
HOW: Hamburger Mary’s is a popular eatery in the City of West Hollywood. Come have a bite to eat and play Bingo. Bring the whole family! There is a Suggested Donation of $20 per person for Bingo cards. Valet parking and street parking are available.
For further information, please visit the websites please visit www.mediacityballet.org
and www.legendarybingo.com
or call Hamburger Mary’s at 323.654.3800.
Songsalive! sponsors Independent Music Conference LA set for Oct. 10-12
Songsalive! sponsors the IMC
Independent Music Conference Los Angeles
www.IMC08.com/LA
at Musician's Institute Hollywood, CA.
Fri-Sun. Oct. 10-12, 2008.
Early Registration is requested
Early bird registration is $35 for the full weekend up until Sept. 26. After that, it's $50 which is still a bargain for the events planned and performances to be showcased.
Your members do need to attend some of the panels/workshops/seminars that are offered in order to qualify for performance slots. We will be in the plush MI Auditorium and The Passage room for these performances with excellent sound and MI sound engineers to assist with everything.
gilli moon runs her artist empowerment workshop on Saturday 11.30am.
Come visit us at the Songsalive! booth and sign up for the SUNDAY SONGSALIVE! SONGCAMP hosted by gilli moon, where you get feedback on your music and co-write a song in an intense 2 hours, leading up to a performance to the industry and public.
If you have any questions or ideas for vendors or sponsors, please email Noel at noelramos@intermixx.com or Elaine, Elaine@intermixx.com
If you have industry reps to suggest for panelists or if you have members who may want to volunteer in exchange for attending, please email Elaine@intermixx.com for ways to get that accomplished.
SONGSALIVE!
www.songsalive.org GO EVENTS / SPONSORED EVENTS
Independent Music Conference Los Angeles
www.IMC08.com/LA
at Musician's Institute Hollywood, CA.
Fri-Sun. Oct. 10-12, 2008.
Early Registration is requested
Early bird registration is $35 for the full weekend up until Sept. 26. After that, it's $50 which is still a bargain for the events planned and performances to be showcased.
Your members do need to attend some of the panels/workshops/seminars that are offered in order to qualify for performance slots. We will be in the plush MI Auditorium and The Passage room for these performances with excellent sound and MI sound engineers to assist with everything.
gilli moon runs her artist empowerment workshop on Saturday 11.30am.
Come visit us at the Songsalive! booth and sign up for the SUNDAY SONGSALIVE! SONGCAMP hosted by gilli moon, where you get feedback on your music and co-write a song in an intense 2 hours, leading up to a performance to the industry and public.
If you have any questions or ideas for vendors or sponsors, please email Noel at noelramos@intermixx.com or Elaine, Elaine@intermixx.com
If you have industry reps to suggest for panelists or if you have members who may want to volunteer in exchange for attending, please email Elaine@intermixx.com for ways to get that accomplished.
SONGSALIVE!
www.songsalive.org GO EVENTS / SPONSORED EVENTS
Support local music with Sin City Social Club
Here's the latest from Sin City Social Club:
UPCOMING SHOWS
9/23 – Austin – Band of Heathens @ Saxon Pub
9/24 – Austin - Shurman @ The Saxon Pub
9/25 – Austin - Sarah Borges & The Broken Singles @ Continental w/ James McMurtry – Also – Jesse Dayton @ The Broken Spoke
9/26 – Austin - Austin City Limits Festival – www.aclfest.com & Shooter Jennings @ Emo’s
9/27 – Austin - Alejandro Escovedo w/ Knuckle Yummy (feat. Pehr Smith) and Amy Cook @ Continental
9/28 – Austin – The Black Keys & The Black Angels @ Stubbs (hey, what about the Black Crowes?!) + Conor Oberst, Jenny Lewis & M Ward @ La Zona Rosa
10/4 – Austin – The Mother Truckers return to The Continental!
10/16 – Los Angeles – Hayes Carll w/ South Austin Jug Band and Dedringers @ The Mint
TUNE IN IN FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT – If you happen to be traveling on Continental Airlines check out our latest audio program on The Country Channel – We had fun with this one and you can check out our interview with Glen Campbell celebrating the release of “Meet Glen Campbell” along with some of our favorite artist “under cover” Dwight Yoakam - Suspicious Minds (Elvis), Lone Justice - Working Man Blues (Merle Haggard), Marty Stuart w/ Old Crow Medicine Show - I Can See For Miles (The Who), Glen Campbell - Times Like These (Foo Fighters) Glen Campbell - These Days (Jackson Browne), Glen Campbell - Walls (Tom Petty), Tom Petty - You're Gonna Change (Or I'm Gonna Leave) (Hank Williams), Lucinda Williams & David Crosby - Return Of The Grievous Angel (Gram Parsons), Ben Harper - Waymore’s Blues (Waylon Jennings), Jesse Dayton – Just What I Needed - (The Cars)
BUY SOME MUSIC DAMN IT (here’s some stuff that’s floatin’ my boat or is about to!)
Alejandro Escovedo - Real Love” - So good that I get distracted and can’t focus when it’s on... That’s a good thing!
Mudcrutch Golden Smog – Stay Golden, Smog – The Best of Golden Smog- The Rykodisc Years – out September 23rd (TODAY!) Amazon
Lucinda Williams - Little Honey – out October 14th
Shilah Morrow
Sin City Social Club
LA * Austin * Nashville
7800 Indian Ridge Dr.
Austin, TX 78737
213.840.3865 – mobile
For more info. on events & projects please visit:
www.sincitysocialclub.com
www.myspace.com/sincityshilah
www.glencampbellshow.com
www.jessedayton.com
www.justicerecords.com
www.americanamusic.org
The Sin City Social Club is a renegade collective of musicians, fans, artists and industry executives brought together by shared appreciation of the art and culture that blur the lines between classic, outlaw & alt. country, punk rock, Americana and indie singer songwriters. We turn fans around the globe onto the music and art we love thru our Sin City Social Club cd Samplers, live events, In flight audio programming and thru our home away from home on the internet.
** Wherever you are, Sin City is a state of mind! **
UPCOMING SHOWS
9/23 – Austin – Band of Heathens @ Saxon Pub
9/24 – Austin - Shurman @ The Saxon Pub
9/25 – Austin - Sarah Borges & The Broken Singles @ Continental w/ James McMurtry – Also – Jesse Dayton @ The Broken Spoke
9/26 – Austin - Austin City Limits Festival – www.aclfest.com & Shooter Jennings @ Emo’s
9/27 – Austin - Alejandro Escovedo w/ Knuckle Yummy (feat. Pehr Smith) and Amy Cook @ Continental
9/28 – Austin – The Black Keys & The Black Angels @ Stubbs (hey, what about the Black Crowes?!) + Conor Oberst, Jenny Lewis & M Ward @ La Zona Rosa
10/4 – Austin – The Mother Truckers return to The Continental!
10/16 – Los Angeles – Hayes Carll w/ South Austin Jug Band and Dedringers @ The Mint
TUNE IN IN FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT – If you happen to be traveling on Continental Airlines check out our latest audio program on The Country Channel – We had fun with this one and you can check out our interview with Glen Campbell celebrating the release of “Meet Glen Campbell” along with some of our favorite artist “under cover” Dwight Yoakam - Suspicious Minds (Elvis), Lone Justice - Working Man Blues (Merle Haggard), Marty Stuart w/ Old Crow Medicine Show - I Can See For Miles (The Who), Glen Campbell - Times Like These (Foo Fighters) Glen Campbell - These Days (Jackson Browne), Glen Campbell - Walls (Tom Petty), Tom Petty - You're Gonna Change (Or I'm Gonna Leave) (Hank Williams), Lucinda Williams & David Crosby - Return Of The Grievous Angel (Gram Parsons), Ben Harper - Waymore’s Blues (Waylon Jennings), Jesse Dayton – Just What I Needed - (The Cars)
BUY SOME MUSIC DAMN IT (here’s some stuff that’s floatin’ my boat or is about to!)
Alejandro Escovedo - Real Love” - So good that I get distracted and can’t focus when it’s on... That’s a good thing!
Mudcrutch Golden Smog – Stay Golden, Smog – The Best of Golden Smog- The Rykodisc Years – out September 23rd (TODAY!) Amazon
Lucinda Williams - Little Honey – out October 14th
Shilah Morrow
Sin City Social Club
LA * Austin * Nashville
7800 Indian Ridge Dr.
Austin, TX 78737
213.840.3865 – mobile
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The Sin City Social Club is a renegade collective of musicians, fans, artists and industry executives brought together by shared appreciation of the art and culture that blur the lines between classic, outlaw & alt. country, punk rock, Americana and indie singer songwriters. We turn fans around the globe onto the music and art we love thru our Sin City Social Club cd Samplers, live events, In flight audio programming and thru our home away from home on the internet.
** Wherever you are, Sin City is a state of mind! **
Diesel to host party on Oct. 11
Diesel will unleash the biggest international party the world has ever seen on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Diesel xXx (titled triple x) will explode with a worldwide spectacular party taking place in 17 cities around the globe beginning in Tokyo. The party will successively move to Beijing, Dubai, Athens, Amsterdam, Milan, Zurich, Munich, Paris, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Oslo, Helsinki, London and Sao Paulo.. The grand finale will take place in New York City with a never before seen “Rock and Roll Circus” themed party for 5,000 of Diesel’s closest friends and coolest trendsetters. The legendary event will take place on Pier 3 at the Brooklyn waterfront overlooking the Manhattan skyline.
Inspired by the old European traveling circuses of yesteryear, the Diesel xXx “Rock and Roll Circus” will create one of the most memorable parties that New York has ever seen. With a visually stimulating and decadent theme, Diesel will present the show of a lifetime with theatrical circus elements including cabaret, fire eaters, trapeze artists, sword swallowing, female roller derby squads amongst other fantastical acts of wonderment- old world European carnival injected with a post-modern American twist!
The evening will also feature never been seen before collaborations by several of the biggest names in music reflecting Diesel’s iconic brand values – irreverent, sexy, ironic, cool, high energy, and full of style and flair. Already confirmed are N.E.R.D., M.I.A. and Hot Chip. The evening’s ringmaster is world renowned nightlife impresario Joey Arias. Fusing the “Rock and Roll Circus” concept with the modern rock show, Diesel will immerse guests in a full-on audio and sensory environment. Full talent line-up and special performances will be revealed on September 15th with one surprise performance announced live during Diesel xXx.
The top secret venue has never hosted an event before and will be turned into a park immediately after making Diesel the one and only brand to use the space and is truly something not to be missed.
The entire xXx global frenzy will be broadcast live on Diesel.com. Users will be able to click in real time on any party around the world and see spectacular images, making the xXx event a truly interactive experience.
But the event is just one part of a blazing hot autumn for Diesel. From September 2008 expect Diesel to provoke and amuse its fans with something else very, very Dirty…something people will be talking about for years to come.
And talking of making history, as part of this autumn’s celebrations, Diesel is poised to release a book collection of its iconic advertising. The xXx book is a compendium of all the brand’s remarkable communication campaigns and activities.
Inspired by the old European traveling circuses of yesteryear, the Diesel xXx “Rock and Roll Circus” will create one of the most memorable parties that New York has ever seen. With a visually stimulating and decadent theme, Diesel will present the show of a lifetime with theatrical circus elements including cabaret, fire eaters, trapeze artists, sword swallowing, female roller derby squads amongst other fantastical acts of wonderment- old world European carnival injected with a post-modern American twist!
The evening will also feature never been seen before collaborations by several of the biggest names in music reflecting Diesel’s iconic brand values – irreverent, sexy, ironic, cool, high energy, and full of style and flair. Already confirmed are N.E.R.D., M.I.A. and Hot Chip. The evening’s ringmaster is world renowned nightlife impresario Joey Arias. Fusing the “Rock and Roll Circus” concept with the modern rock show, Diesel will immerse guests in a full-on audio and sensory environment. Full talent line-up and special performances will be revealed on September 15th with one surprise performance announced live during Diesel xXx.
The top secret venue has never hosted an event before and will be turned into a park immediately after making Diesel the one and only brand to use the space and is truly something not to be missed.
The entire xXx global frenzy will be broadcast live on Diesel.com. Users will be able to click in real time on any party around the world and see spectacular images, making the xXx event a truly interactive experience.
But the event is just one part of a blazing hot autumn for Diesel. From September 2008 expect Diesel to provoke and amuse its fans with something else very, very Dirty…something people will be talking about for years to come.
And talking of making history, as part of this autumn’s celebrations, Diesel is poised to release a book collection of its iconic advertising. The xXx book is a compendium of all the brand’s remarkable communication campaigns and activities.
George Clinton's latest due out Oct. 7
Maybe it was the rainbow mirage or the party favors that distracted George Clinton. Or maybe it was the almighty Atomic Dog in him. But one thing is for sure: The stank is back in the air!!
The beloved funk innovator has finally left the recording studio (marking his second round) -- and is set to release a new, final version of George Clinton And His Gangsters of Love (Shanachie Records) on October 7, with four hidden bonus tracks.
The largely covers album pays homage to iconic songs spanning the decades, some touching on Clinton's early "Doo Wop" roots, and features special guests the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Carlos Santana, Sly Stone, The RZA (Wu Tang) Shavo Odadjian (System of a Down), Kim Burrell, El DeBarge and P-Funk, among others.
This year Clinton also proudly celebrates the 40th Anniversary of his early pioneering group - The Funkadelics.
Comments George: "It's a new age for funk music. We're hitting the sixth and seventh dimensions. We're skipping the fourth and fifth because they booby-trapped already. We're doing something newer and unheard of. And if you crazy enough to want to go for a ride, then jump on the Mothership, we'll take off together."
George Clinton will hit the late night national television circuit with scheduled performances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and on The Late Show with David Letterman on Halloween (10/31). He will be joined on both television appearances by The RZA and Shavo Odadjian.
Clinton is also scheduled to participate in CMJ Music Marathon 2008 with an All-Star performance at B.B. King's on October 23 that will be capped off by a "George Clinton Look-Alike" contest -- just in time for Halloween.
He will also participate in a specially-themed "One Nation One Groove" CMJ Producers Panel on October 24, which also includes a tribute to George and P-Funk for giving us 40 years of great funk music. The "roast" style event will feature many of his most intimate friends, inviting the audience to share a rare glimpse of the artist behind-the-scenes.
It's hard to imagine that the ultra-colorful, rainbow-haired Clinton, is indeed color blind. The man is all about color, as his most recent trip to the studio suggests, adding more and more colorful layers of classic roots-based, swinging soul and blues infused funk to George Clinton And His Gangsters Of Love. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who is considered to be one of the most sampled artists in the business, once vowed to wear extremely vibrant rainbow colored frocks until he got a hit record, so people wouldn't forget about him.
But Clinton's legacy is rock solid. He represents a strong link that bridges the past with the present and the future. He was instrumental in birthing much of today's rap and hip hop, with rappers citing his work as a major influence, and rapper/producer Dr. Dre sampling most of his beats to create his G-funk era music. He is also a major architect of classic, iconic funk songs and timeless beats, always pushing the envelope forward.As Clinton states, it's a new age for funk music. And his vision is always set miles ahead of the curve. He's ready to hit the eighth and ninth dimensions by now...
For more information, please visit
www.georgeclinton.com or www.myspace.com/georgeclinton
The beloved funk innovator has finally left the recording studio (marking his second round) -- and is set to release a new, final version of George Clinton And His Gangsters of Love (Shanachie Records) on October 7, with four hidden bonus tracks.
The largely covers album pays homage to iconic songs spanning the decades, some touching on Clinton's early "Doo Wop" roots, and features special guests the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Carlos Santana, Sly Stone, The RZA (Wu Tang) Shavo Odadjian (System of a Down), Kim Burrell, El DeBarge and P-Funk, among others.
This year Clinton also proudly celebrates the 40th Anniversary of his early pioneering group - The Funkadelics.
Comments George: "It's a new age for funk music. We're hitting the sixth and seventh dimensions. We're skipping the fourth and fifth because they booby-trapped already. We're doing something newer and unheard of. And if you crazy enough to want to go for a ride, then jump on the Mothership, we'll take off together."
George Clinton will hit the late night national television circuit with scheduled performances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and on The Late Show with David Letterman on Halloween (10/31). He will be joined on both television appearances by The RZA and Shavo Odadjian.
Clinton is also scheduled to participate in CMJ Music Marathon 2008 with an All-Star performance at B.B. King's on October 23 that will be capped off by a "George Clinton Look-Alike" contest -- just in time for Halloween.
He will also participate in a specially-themed "One Nation One Groove" CMJ Producers Panel on October 24, which also includes a tribute to George and P-Funk for giving us 40 years of great funk music. The "roast" style event will feature many of his most intimate friends, inviting the audience to share a rare glimpse of the artist behind-the-scenes.
It's hard to imagine that the ultra-colorful, rainbow-haired Clinton, is indeed color blind. The man is all about color, as his most recent trip to the studio suggests, adding more and more colorful layers of classic roots-based, swinging soul and blues infused funk to George Clinton And His Gangsters Of Love. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who is considered to be one of the most sampled artists in the business, once vowed to wear extremely vibrant rainbow colored frocks until he got a hit record, so people wouldn't forget about him.
But Clinton's legacy is rock solid. He represents a strong link that bridges the past with the present and the future. He was instrumental in birthing much of today's rap and hip hop, with rappers citing his work as a major influence, and rapper/producer Dr. Dre sampling most of his beats to create his G-funk era music. He is also a major architect of classic, iconic funk songs and timeless beats, always pushing the envelope forward.As Clinton states, it's a new age for funk music. And his vision is always set miles ahead of the curve. He's ready to hit the eighth and ninth dimensions by now...
For more information, please visit
www.georgeclinton.com or www.myspace.com/georgeclinton
Dirty Heads release new effort and launch contest
The Dirty Heads are celebrating the release of their debut album Any Port in a Storm, which comes out today September 23rd. Not only are they featured on the front page of ARTISTdirect, but they are holding a special contest as well. The band teamed up with ARTISTdirect, Signal Snowboards, JVC and SanDisk to give away a mega prize pack.
AOL Music, who describes Any Port in a Storm as “a sound that screams good times,” is also streaming the album this week.
Link to ARTISTdirect - Dirty Heads page http://www.artistdirect.com/
Link to contest details: http://www.otmg.net/contests/dhad/index.html
AOL Music: http://music.aol.com/songs/new_releases_full_cds
AOL Music, who describes Any Port in a Storm as “a sound that screams good times,” is also streaming the album this week.
Link to ARTISTdirect - Dirty Heads page http://www.artistdirect.com/
Link to contest details: http://www.otmg.net/contests/dhad/index.html
AOL Music: http://music.aol.com/songs/new_releases_full_cds
Curt Smith of Tears for Fears to perform solo in L.A.
Legendary singer/songwriter Curt Smith, co-founder of seminal pop group Tears
for Fears, will give his first-Jever Los Angeles solo concerts exclusively at The
Cactus Lounge in The Standard, Hollywood, where he'll be in residence on
Tuesday evenings in October. Performances will be October 7, 14, 21 and 28
from 7pm-10pm.
Smith will perform two semi-acoustic sets each night, drawn largely from his
recent solo album Halfway, pleased, and will also include a few Tears for Fears
favorites. Indie 103.1 radio personality Darren Revell, host of the station's
popular show "Big Sonic Heaven," will be on hand to DJ before and between
Smith's sets.
"Releasing my first solo album in a decade was tremendously gratifying as an
artist," notes Smith, "and performing these songs before a live audience, in my
adopted hometown, will be even more gratifying. As soon as Halfway, pleased
came out I thought about doing a residency where I could really connect with the
audience, so when the opportunity came up to play The Cactus Lounge I said
'yes' immediately."
"We're thrilled to be presenting Curt's first L.A. solo appearances," said Valida
Carroll, music coordinator for The Standard, Hollywood. "The relaxed ambiance
of the Cactus Lounge is the perfect complement to his lush, intimate songs."
There is no admission charge to enter The Cactus Lounge, but seating is limited
and reservations strongly recommended. The Standard is located at 8300 Sunset
Boulevard in West Hollywood, telephone (323) 650-9090, x2921. 21 and over.
Curt Smith's solo album Halfway, pleased (KOOK Media) is available now from
iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and other online retailers. For more information, visit
www.curtsmithofficial.com
for Fears, will give his first-Jever Los Angeles solo concerts exclusively at The
Cactus Lounge in The Standard, Hollywood, where he'll be in residence on
Tuesday evenings in October. Performances will be October 7, 14, 21 and 28
from 7pm-10pm.
Smith will perform two semi-acoustic sets each night, drawn largely from his
recent solo album Halfway, pleased, and will also include a few Tears for Fears
favorites. Indie 103.1 radio personality Darren Revell, host of the station's
popular show "Big Sonic Heaven," will be on hand to DJ before and between
Smith's sets.
"Releasing my first solo album in a decade was tremendously gratifying as an
artist," notes Smith, "and performing these songs before a live audience, in my
adopted hometown, will be even more gratifying. As soon as Halfway, pleased
came out I thought about doing a residency where I could really connect with the
audience, so when the opportunity came up to play The Cactus Lounge I said
'yes' immediately."
"We're thrilled to be presenting Curt's first L.A. solo appearances," said Valida
Carroll, music coordinator for The Standard, Hollywood. "The relaxed ambiance
of the Cactus Lounge is the perfect complement to his lush, intimate songs."
There is no admission charge to enter The Cactus Lounge, but seating is limited
and reservations strongly recommended. The Standard is located at 8300 Sunset
Boulevard in West Hollywood, telephone (323) 650-9090, x2921. 21 and over.
Curt Smith's solo album Halfway, pleased (KOOK Media) is available now from
iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and other online retailers. For more information, visit
www.curtsmithofficial.com
Upcoming concerts around California from Live Nation
On Sale Friday, September 26th at 10:00 AM
LUCINDA WILLIAMS
With: BUICK 6
The Wiltern
November 21 , 2008
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Second Show Added By Overwhelming Demand!— Limited Number of Tickets On Sale Now:
AC/DC
The Forum
December 6— Sold Out in Minutes!
December 8— Just Added!
Both Shows On Sale Saturday September 27 at 10 AM:
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
--SaveMart Center at Fresno State
November 19
-- The Theatre at Honda Center
November 21
On Sale Friday September 26 at 10 AM:
LUCINDA WILLIAMS
With Special Guest: Buick 6
The Wiltern
Friday – November 21
On Sale Saturday September 27 at 1 PM:
EDDIE PALMIERI & TITO ROJAS
The Hollywood Palladium
Saturday December 13
On Sale Friday September 26 at 12 Noon:
THE B-52’s
Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
November 9
On Sale Saturday September 27 at 10 AM:
NAT & ALEX WOLFF
With Special Guest: Savannah Outen
The Roxy Theatre
December 14
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ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES SUNSET STRIP
On Sale NOW :
Viernes 13, Gamblers Mark, Bad Luck Bandits - October 12
Comic Relief Presents: The Return of Tony Clifton and His Katrina Kiss-My-Ass Orchestra - October 19
Nikhil Korula Band - October 27
Little Feat, Join The Band Tour - November 9
Eric Benet - November 26
Meshell Ndegeocello + The Coup - December 8
Secondhand Serenade + Cute Is What We Aim For w/ Rocket To The Moon, Automatic Loveletter - December 2
Reverend Horton Heat w/ Manic Hispanic - February 22, 2009
ON SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT 10 am:
Open House with: Looner, Killola, Julliette Commagere, Blackcowboy - October 17
=======================================================================
ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES ANAHEIM
On Sale NOW:
Blind Melon - October 24
Missy Higgins - November 9
Gov't Mule w/ Back Door Slam - November 20
Richard Cheese - December 31
ON SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT 10 am:
Nat & Alex Wolff - December 13
Helmut w/ Fu Manchu - November 12
Power Serge - November 26
BB King - December 29
LUCINDA WILLIAMS
With: BUICK 6
The Wiltern
November 21 , 2008
-----------------------------
Second Show Added By Overwhelming Demand!— Limited Number of Tickets On Sale Now:
AC/DC
The Forum
December 6— Sold Out in Minutes!
December 8— Just Added!
Both Shows On Sale Saturday September 27 at 10 AM:
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
--SaveMart Center at Fresno State
November 19
-- The Theatre at Honda Center
November 21
On Sale Friday September 26 at 10 AM:
LUCINDA WILLIAMS
With Special Guest: Buick 6
The Wiltern
Friday – November 21
On Sale Saturday September 27 at 1 PM:
EDDIE PALMIERI & TITO ROJAS
The Hollywood Palladium
Saturday December 13
On Sale Friday September 26 at 12 Noon:
THE B-52’s
Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
November 9
On Sale Saturday September 27 at 10 AM:
NAT & ALEX WOLFF
With Special Guest: Savannah Outen
The Roxy Theatre
December 14
------------------------------------
ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES SUNSET STRIP
On Sale NOW :
Viernes 13, Gamblers Mark, Bad Luck Bandits - October 12
Comic Relief Presents: The Return of Tony Clifton and His Katrina Kiss-My-Ass Orchestra - October 19
Nikhil Korula Band - October 27
Little Feat, Join The Band Tour - November 9
Eric Benet - November 26
Meshell Ndegeocello + The Coup - December 8
Secondhand Serenade + Cute Is What We Aim For w/ Rocket To The Moon, Automatic Loveletter - December 2
Reverend Horton Heat w/ Manic Hispanic - February 22, 2009
ON SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT 10 am:
Open House with: Looner, Killola, Julliette Commagere, Blackcowboy - October 17
=======================================================================
ON SALE THIS WEEK AT HOUSE OF BLUES ANAHEIM
On Sale NOW:
Blind Melon - October 24
Missy Higgins - November 9
Gov't Mule w/ Back Door Slam - November 20
Richard Cheese - December 31
ON SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT 10 am:
Nat & Alex Wolff - December 13
Helmut w/ Fu Manchu - November 12
Power Serge - November 26
BB King - December 29
Sebastian Sidi to perform in Downey
Sebastian Sidi returns to Downey Theatre Nov. 14
Local musician and composer Sebastian Sidi is returning to the Downey Theatre on Nov. 14 in a concert presented by Mambo Grill and Philly’s Best. Show time is 8 p.m.
Sidi is a resident of Downey and his classical, new-age rock sound has been a favorite amongst the community, performing at the Downey Street Fair and the Downey Holiday Lane Parade, serving as last year’s celebrity marshal. PBS recently featured Sidi and his band on their network, presenting "Sebastian Sidi: Live in Concert," which will also be airing throughout the country at various PBS stations.
Tickets for the concert are $20 for balcony and $30 for orchestra and can be purchased online at www.sebastiansidi.com , or by calling (562) 544-7774. Family and group rates are also available.
Granata’s Italian Villa will be hosting a meet and greet with Sidi and the band directly following the show.
Downey Theatre is located at 8435 Firestone Blvd.
Local musician and composer Sebastian Sidi is returning to the Downey Theatre on Nov. 14 in a concert presented by Mambo Grill and Philly’s Best. Show time is 8 p.m.
Sidi is a resident of Downey and his classical, new-age rock sound has been a favorite amongst the community, performing at the Downey Street Fair and the Downey Holiday Lane Parade, serving as last year’s celebrity marshal. PBS recently featured Sidi and his band on their network, presenting "Sebastian Sidi: Live in Concert," which will also be airing throughout the country at various PBS stations.
Tickets for the concert are $20 for balcony and $30 for orchestra and can be purchased online at www.sebastiansidi.com , or by calling (562) 544-7774. Family and group rates are also available.
Granata’s Italian Villa will be hosting a meet and greet with Sidi and the band directly following the show.
Downey Theatre is located at 8435 Firestone Blvd.
Paper Round Kid to release debut effort
Paper Round Kid is the moniker of one Darren Filkins, a UK singer/songwriter who’s easily compared to an upbeat Bob Dylan, Devendra Banhart or Neil Young but with a late ‘70s key party vibe. Well, hello, Mrs. Robinson! The debut album, Submarine will be available from Chocolate Lab Records via iTunes, Amazon, etc. on October 8.
Filkins, who is the Paper Round Kid, made his musical debut with Damon Albarn’s pre-Blur outfit, Seymore in the late ‘80s. On Submarine he’s joined by Reid Savage (guitarist/producer) and Greg Mason (keyboards/engineer). Savage, ex-husband to Carol King‘s daughter Louise Goffen, once jammed with Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood. Mason played in an early incarnation of Adam & the Ants. With Filkins they have worked for the last 18 months from Mason’s Camden studio in London creating Submarine.
This is Filkins’ foray back into rock and roll after a very successful career as a photographer. His photo resume includes Lenny Kravitz, Wilco, John Lydon and Usher.
Submarine opens with the Cat Stevens-ish “U R the 1” complete with finger-picked guitars, mellow key swells, harmonica and banjo, setting the mood for what’s to come. “Not Right Now” continues the mood, but suggests the earthy music of Nick Drake and the vocals of Van Morrison while “Sweet Time” induces fleeting memories of Crosby, Stills and Nash’s “Dark Star.” That’s where things start to get funky.
“Don’t You Want a Girl?” keeps things on the upswing with female backing vocals and plenty to interest fans of Yes. PRK released a video for the song earlier this year and features the three blokes in drag. Disturbing? A little. But totally worth it.
Like any all night party, things start to mellow out with the ballad, “Love Ya.” Filkins and crew slow it way down, insinuating sheets are about to get disheveled. Closing the album is the lullaby, “Sandman (40&B).” Submarine might be over, but like a sporting lady, there’s always round two – but it’ll cost ya.
www.myspace.com/paperroundkid
www.chocolatelabrecords.com
Filkins, who is the Paper Round Kid, made his musical debut with Damon Albarn’s pre-Blur outfit, Seymore in the late ‘80s. On Submarine he’s joined by Reid Savage (guitarist/producer) and Greg Mason (keyboards/engineer). Savage, ex-husband to Carol King‘s daughter Louise Goffen, once jammed with Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood. Mason played in an early incarnation of Adam & the Ants. With Filkins they have worked for the last 18 months from Mason’s Camden studio in London creating Submarine.
This is Filkins’ foray back into rock and roll after a very successful career as a photographer. His photo resume includes Lenny Kravitz, Wilco, John Lydon and Usher.
Submarine opens with the Cat Stevens-ish “U R the 1” complete with finger-picked guitars, mellow key swells, harmonica and banjo, setting the mood for what’s to come. “Not Right Now” continues the mood, but suggests the earthy music of Nick Drake and the vocals of Van Morrison while “Sweet Time” induces fleeting memories of Crosby, Stills and Nash’s “Dark Star.” That’s where things start to get funky.
“Don’t You Want a Girl?” keeps things on the upswing with female backing vocals and plenty to interest fans of Yes. PRK released a video for the song earlier this year and features the three blokes in drag. Disturbing? A little. But totally worth it.
Like any all night party, things start to mellow out with the ballad, “Love Ya.” Filkins and crew slow it way down, insinuating sheets are about to get disheveled. Closing the album is the lullaby, “Sandman (40&B).” Submarine might be over, but like a sporting lady, there’s always round two – but it’ll cost ya.
www.myspace.com/paperroundkid
www.chocolatelabrecords.com
Matisyahu to tour North America in support of new EP
On October 18, Grammy-nominated artist Matisyahu will begin an extensive fall tour across North America, including stops in Los Angeles and Philadelphia. The tour coincides with the release of his upcoming EP, Shattered (Epic Records, October 21). The four-song EP features tracks from his new full-length album, Light (due out in early 2009). Matisyahu will guide fans through songs from this forthcoming album during listening parties after each show on the fall tour.
Produced by David Kahne (Paul McCartney, Regina Spektor, Sublime), Shattered features songs from Matisyahu’s forthcoming album recorded and mixed in Jamaica, New York, Los Angeles and Virginia. Several guest artists contribute to the four-song EP: ground-breaking Jamaican reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie (drums and bass, “Two Child One Drop” and “I Will Be Light”) Stephen McGregor (co-producer, keyboards, drum-programming, “Smash Lies”) son of legendary reggae artist Freddie McGregor and among Jamaica’s youngest and most innovative young producers, Fish (drums, “So Hi So Lo”) and Norwood Fisher (bass, “So Hi So Lo”) of the legendary L.A. alt-punk-ska band Fishbone and experimental turntablist Ooah from the Glitch Mob (co-producer, co-writer, drum programming on “Two Child One Drop”).
Matisyahu emerged in 2004 with his debut album Shake Off the Dust…Rise. With the release of Live at Stubb’s (2005), which reached #1 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart, and Youth (2006), which debuted at #4 on Billboard’s Top 200 and reached #1 Reggae Albums chart, Matisyahu gained considerable critical acclaim. Both albums subsequently went Gold and Youth was nominated for a Grammy for Best Reggae Album. His most recent release, the EP No Place To Be (2007), reached #1 on the Reggae Album charts as well.
Matisyahu Tour Dates
October 18 Milwaukee, WI The Eagles Club
October 19 Chicago, IL Riviera Theatre
October 22 Indianapolis, IN Egyptian Room at Murat Center
October 23 Detroit, MI The Fillmore Detroit
October 25 Millvale, PA Mr. Smalls Theatre
October 26 Johnson City, NY Magic City Music Hall
October 28 Providence, RI Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel
October 29 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
October 30 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory
November 1 Baltimore, MD Ram’s Head Live
November 2 Montclair, NJ Wellmont Theatre
November 3 Washington, D.C. Sixth and I Historic Synagogue
November 4 Blacksburg, VA Virginia Tech University—Burruss Hall
November 6 Norfolk, VA Norva Theater
November 8 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
November 9 New Orleans, LA House of Blues
November 10 Houston, TX House of Blues
November 11 Austin, TX Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheatre
November 13 Dallas, TX Palladium Ballroom
November 15 Tempe, AZ Marquee Theatre
November 17 San Diego, CA House of Blues
November 18 Los Angeles, CA Club Nokia
November 19 Chico, CA Bell Memorial Union Auditorium
November 20 Anaheim, CA Grove of Anaheim
November 22 Las Vegas, NV House of Blues
November 23 San Francisco, CA Warfield Theatre
November 24 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst
November 26 Park City, UT Harry O’s
November 29 Denver, CO Ogden Theatre
November 30 Boulder, CO Fox Theatre
December 6 Louisville, KY Headliners Music Hall
December 7 Nashville, TN Cannery
December 9 Columbia, MO Blue NoteDecember 11 Cincinnati, OH Bogart’s
December 14 Cleveland, OH House of Blues
December 16 Toronto, ON Phoenix Concert Theatre
December 17 Montreal, QC Metropolis
December 18 Burlington, VT Higher Ground
Produced by David Kahne (Paul McCartney, Regina Spektor, Sublime), Shattered features songs from Matisyahu’s forthcoming album recorded and mixed in Jamaica, New York, Los Angeles and Virginia. Several guest artists contribute to the four-song EP: ground-breaking Jamaican reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie (drums and bass, “Two Child One Drop” and “I Will Be Light”) Stephen McGregor (co-producer, keyboards, drum-programming, “Smash Lies”) son of legendary reggae artist Freddie McGregor and among Jamaica’s youngest and most innovative young producers, Fish (drums, “So Hi So Lo”) and Norwood Fisher (bass, “So Hi So Lo”) of the legendary L.A. alt-punk-ska band Fishbone and experimental turntablist Ooah from the Glitch Mob (co-producer, co-writer, drum programming on “Two Child One Drop”).
Matisyahu emerged in 2004 with his debut album Shake Off the Dust…Rise. With the release of Live at Stubb’s (2005), which reached #1 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart, and Youth (2006), which debuted at #4 on Billboard’s Top 200 and reached #1 Reggae Albums chart, Matisyahu gained considerable critical acclaim. Both albums subsequently went Gold and Youth was nominated for a Grammy for Best Reggae Album. His most recent release, the EP No Place To Be (2007), reached #1 on the Reggae Album charts as well.
Matisyahu Tour Dates
October 18 Milwaukee, WI The Eagles Club
October 19 Chicago, IL Riviera Theatre
October 22 Indianapolis, IN Egyptian Room at Murat Center
October 23 Detroit, MI The Fillmore Detroit
October 25 Millvale, PA Mr. Smalls Theatre
October 26 Johnson City, NY Magic City Music Hall
October 28 Providence, RI Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel
October 29 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
October 30 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory
November 1 Baltimore, MD Ram’s Head Live
November 2 Montclair, NJ Wellmont Theatre
November 3 Washington, D.C. Sixth and I Historic Synagogue
November 4 Blacksburg, VA Virginia Tech University—Burruss Hall
November 6 Norfolk, VA Norva Theater
November 8 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
November 9 New Orleans, LA House of Blues
November 10 Houston, TX House of Blues
November 11 Austin, TX Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheatre
November 13 Dallas, TX Palladium Ballroom
November 15 Tempe, AZ Marquee Theatre
November 17 San Diego, CA House of Blues
November 18 Los Angeles, CA Club Nokia
November 19 Chico, CA Bell Memorial Union Auditorium
November 20 Anaheim, CA Grove of Anaheim
November 22 Las Vegas, NV House of Blues
November 23 San Francisco, CA Warfield Theatre
November 24 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst
November 26 Park City, UT Harry O’s
November 29 Denver, CO Ogden Theatre
November 30 Boulder, CO Fox Theatre
December 6 Louisville, KY Headliners Music Hall
December 7 Nashville, TN Cannery
December 9 Columbia, MO Blue NoteDecember 11 Cincinnati, OH Bogart’s
December 14 Cleveland, OH House of Blues
December 16 Toronto, ON Phoenix Concert Theatre
December 17 Montreal, QC Metropolis
December 18 Burlington, VT Higher Ground
Bio Channel to air Johnny Cash documentary
Bio Channel brings viewers inside the unique story of one man, his music and the country that embraced him with the two-hour documentary special “Johnny Cash’s America,” premiering on Thursday, October 23 at 9 PM EST.
A first time partnership between the Cash Estate, Sony Music, Executive Producer John Carter Cash and Award-winning filmmaking team Morgan Neville (Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues) and Robert Gordon (Muddy Waters Can’t Be Satisfied, with Morgan Neville), the special sheds new light on the life and legacy of the "Man in Black." Narrated by Oscar-winning actor Chris Cooper (Adaptation), viewers will have unprecedented access to a wealth of rare materials, including never-before-seen footage and photos, intimate interviews with Cash’s family, children, and several life-long friends, and 27 of Johnny Cash's recordings, many used here for the first time.
At the time of his death in 2003, no other entertainer in history had brought together people of such diverse creeds, politics, and persuasions as Johnny Cash. With hits spanning six decades from the 1950s into the 21st century, Cash sought to advocate his beliefs and unify people through his music. Wading in the controversies of his time, Cash was a man who believed in God but was a friend to the Devil, a patriot and a drug addict, a friend to Presidents and an ally to prisoners. His America was not red, white or blue; it was black.
The documentary explores the prominent themes of Cash’s life including love of the land, freedom, justice, family, faith and redemption through exclusive interviews, photos and unreleased music and footage. Interviews include Cash’s sister Joanne, son John Carter Cash and daughters Cindy Cash and Rosanne Cash, childhood friends and fellow band mates as well as Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Al Gore, Tim Robbins, Loretta Lynn, Snoop Dogg, Vince Gill, Ozzy Ozborne, Steve Earle, Merle Haggard and Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn) all of whom are connected to Cash in surprising ways.
The special features 27 of Cash’s songs as well as unreleased and never-before seen footage including the 1965 “Johnny Cash Show” featuring solo performance of “Five Feet High and Rising,” outtakes from the recording studio with Cash and Bob Dylan from his elusive Eat the Document documentary and rehearsal footage for a Highwaymen recording session. The Cash family – Johnny’s sister, son, and other relatives – take viewers to rural Dyess, Arkansas to Cash’s childhood home and visit brother Jack’s grave which elicits a moving, impromptu singing of “Will The Circle Be Unbroken.”
“Johnny Cash’s America” will premiere at the Woodstock Film Festival on Saturday, October 4 and screen at the Country Music Hall of Fame on October 11, the American Cinematheque in Hollywood, CA on October 13, the Memphis Indie Film Festival on October 15 and the Paley Center in New York, NY on October 17. Sony BMG’s Legacy Recordings will release the CD/DVD on October 28.
“Johnny Cash’s America” is produced and directed by Morgan Neville and Robert Gordon from Tremelo Productions for Bio Channel. Executive Producers for Bio Channel are Robert Sharenow and Andy Berg.
A first time partnership between the Cash Estate, Sony Music, Executive Producer John Carter Cash and Award-winning filmmaking team Morgan Neville (Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues) and Robert Gordon (Muddy Waters Can’t Be Satisfied, with Morgan Neville), the special sheds new light on the life and legacy of the "Man in Black." Narrated by Oscar-winning actor Chris Cooper (Adaptation), viewers will have unprecedented access to a wealth of rare materials, including never-before-seen footage and photos, intimate interviews with Cash’s family, children, and several life-long friends, and 27 of Johnny Cash's recordings, many used here for the first time.
At the time of his death in 2003, no other entertainer in history had brought together people of such diverse creeds, politics, and persuasions as Johnny Cash. With hits spanning six decades from the 1950s into the 21st century, Cash sought to advocate his beliefs and unify people through his music. Wading in the controversies of his time, Cash was a man who believed in God but was a friend to the Devil, a patriot and a drug addict, a friend to Presidents and an ally to prisoners. His America was not red, white or blue; it was black.
The documentary explores the prominent themes of Cash’s life including love of the land, freedom, justice, family, faith and redemption through exclusive interviews, photos and unreleased music and footage. Interviews include Cash’s sister Joanne, son John Carter Cash and daughters Cindy Cash and Rosanne Cash, childhood friends and fellow band mates as well as Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Al Gore, Tim Robbins, Loretta Lynn, Snoop Dogg, Vince Gill, Ozzy Ozborne, Steve Earle, Merle Haggard and Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn) all of whom are connected to Cash in surprising ways.
The special features 27 of Cash’s songs as well as unreleased and never-before seen footage including the 1965 “Johnny Cash Show” featuring solo performance of “Five Feet High and Rising,” outtakes from the recording studio with Cash and Bob Dylan from his elusive Eat the Document documentary and rehearsal footage for a Highwaymen recording session. The Cash family – Johnny’s sister, son, and other relatives – take viewers to rural Dyess, Arkansas to Cash’s childhood home and visit brother Jack’s grave which elicits a moving, impromptu singing of “Will The Circle Be Unbroken.”
“Johnny Cash’s America” will premiere at the Woodstock Film Festival on Saturday, October 4 and screen at the Country Music Hall of Fame on October 11, the American Cinematheque in Hollywood, CA on October 13, the Memphis Indie Film Festival on October 15 and the Paley Center in New York, NY on October 17. Sony BMG’s Legacy Recordings will release the CD/DVD on October 28.
“Johnny Cash’s America” is produced and directed by Morgan Neville and Robert Gordon from Tremelo Productions for Bio Channel. Executive Producers for Bio Channel are Robert Sharenow and Andy Berg.
Sun Zoo releases album
http://www.sun-zoo.com/ or http://www.veggiecorecords.com/
Sun Zoo is not your typical rapper. For him, hip hop is not about the egotism of the ‘get rich quick’ brigade, but about reaching people, about sending a positive message and about telling the world a story about itself.
Roads on the Earth is Sun Zoo’s third full-length album and it is the sound of an artist who has truly found his own voice, both lyrically and musically.
The album may be inspired by Sun Zoo’s rap heroes. It may have the lyrical intellect of a Nas, a Rakim or a Talib Kweli and the crisp, original beats of RZA or Kanye West. But Sun Zoo’s sound is very much his own.
As the man himself says on ‘Two Cents’, he is lending a helping hand “by composing my opinions on a beat.” This is just one of several tracks that, together, show Sun Zoo has some strong opinions on America, on music and on the ‘game’ that is hip hop. In a sense, just as Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Diggable Planets and Public Enemy have done in the past, this young man from Hartford, Connecticut represents rap’s conscience.
Not content with the easy clichés that so many other artists in the genre, Sun Zoo does not settle for sampling the obvious beats used by every wannabe rapper for twenty years. Instead, he has produced the intricate, musically complex beats on every track on this record.
These beats give the Sun Zoo sound a strange sense of melancholy, like the best Kanye West or The Streets tracks. Coupled with an intense flow that still never loses its sense of humour, and lyrics which are as deep and complex as they are catchy, Roads on the Earth could truly be destined to become a hip hop classic.
The title track is a call to arms for people across all races and nationalities. ‘Morning After’ is a lovelorn ballad with a driving, incessant beat that simultaneously unnerves and excites the listener.
The whole album will grab rap aficionados and music fans from across the spectrum. The idea of “crossover appeal” often implies a diluted sound. However, with this album, Sun Zoo shows that you can appeal across the board without compromising what you are about as an artist.
Sun Zoo is a rap star in the making. This album is your chance to discover why.
Sun Zoo is not your typical rapper. For him, hip hop is not about the egotism of the ‘get rich quick’ brigade, but about reaching people, about sending a positive message and about telling the world a story about itself.
Roads on the Earth is Sun Zoo’s third full-length album and it is the sound of an artist who has truly found his own voice, both lyrically and musically.
The album may be inspired by Sun Zoo’s rap heroes. It may have the lyrical intellect of a Nas, a Rakim or a Talib Kweli and the crisp, original beats of RZA or Kanye West. But Sun Zoo’s sound is very much his own.
As the man himself says on ‘Two Cents’, he is lending a helping hand “by composing my opinions on a beat.” This is just one of several tracks that, together, show Sun Zoo has some strong opinions on America, on music and on the ‘game’ that is hip hop. In a sense, just as Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Diggable Planets and Public Enemy have done in the past, this young man from Hartford, Connecticut represents rap’s conscience.
Not content with the easy clichés that so many other artists in the genre, Sun Zoo does not settle for sampling the obvious beats used by every wannabe rapper for twenty years. Instead, he has produced the intricate, musically complex beats on every track on this record.
These beats give the Sun Zoo sound a strange sense of melancholy, like the best Kanye West or The Streets tracks. Coupled with an intense flow that still never loses its sense of humour, and lyrics which are as deep and complex as they are catchy, Roads on the Earth could truly be destined to become a hip hop classic.
The title track is a call to arms for people across all races and nationalities. ‘Morning After’ is a lovelorn ballad with a driving, incessant beat that simultaneously unnerves and excites the listener.
The whole album will grab rap aficionados and music fans from across the spectrum. The idea of “crossover appeal” often implies a diluted sound. However, with this album, Sun Zoo shows that you can appeal across the board without compromising what you are about as an artist.
Sun Zoo is a rap star in the making. This album is your chance to discover why.
AC/DC concerts selling out, shows being added
Fans responded enthusiastically to the first AC/DC world tour in eight years with 18 Black Ice World Tour concerts selling out in record time. Unprecedented fan response forced additional shows in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Oakland.
Black Ice World Tour ticket sales highlights include:
-Chicago’s Allstate Arena concert sold out in minutes forcing the second show to go on sale, which also sold out over the weekend.
-Both Madison Square Garden concerts sold out in minutes.
-Vancouver’s General Motors Place concert sold out in 4 minutes, a record for that venue.
-San Antonio fans purchased more tickets in one day for AC/DC than for any other artist in that market’s history.
-Tickets for Toronto’s Rogers Centre sold faster than any stadium concert in the venue’s history.
“The tremendous fan response to AC/DC is evidenced by record breaking ticket sales this weekend,” said Columbia Records co-Chairman Steve Barnett. “Along with the worldwide success of the No Bull DVD re-release, it’s obvious that fans are anxiously awaiting the October 20th release of the new album, Black Ice.”
“AC/DC’s fans came out in force this weekend to get tickets to the band’s upcoming ‘Black Ice’ tour,” said David Marcus, Ticketmaster’s senior vice president, Music. “A live AC/DC event promises to be a legendary rock show. We’re glad Paperless Ticket™ helped fan club members and fans get tickets at face value for designated seats.”
The Black Ice World Tour opens on October 28th at the Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The worldwide tour - the band's first since 2001 - promotes Black Ice, AC/DC's latest studio album. Black Ice will be released on October 20th and sold in the US exclusively at Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, and www.acdc.com. The album is currently available for pre-order at www.walmart.com and www.acdc.com.
Tickets to AC/DC’s Black Ice World Tour are available through Ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster charge-by-phone, Ticketmaster retail outlets, or at ACDC.com. Specific market on sale dates and times are listed at Ticketmaster.com's AC/DC page. Fans ordering tickets through Ticketmaster.com will have an exclusive opportunity to pre-order AC/DC’s Black Ice album in connection with their ticket purchase.
Additional appearances throughout North and South America, Europe, and Asia, will be
announced shortly.
No Bull: The Directors Cut - a newly edited, comprehensive HD DVD of AC/DC's famed July 1996 Plaza De Toros De Las Ventas concert in Madrid, Spain was released on September 9th and reached the top of the music DVD sales charts in 10 countries. The DVD debuts at #1 on the DVD sales charts in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, France, Germany, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States. It’s #3 in Belgium and #4 in Austria and the United Kingdom.
The first single from Black Ice, "Rock 'N' Roll Train" was released to radio on August 28 and immediately went to #1 at Rock Radio. The video for “Rock ‘N’ Roll Train” premiered September 19th on www.acdc.com and www.vh1.com.
Upcoming shows in the Black Ice World Tour include:
October 28
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Wachovia Arena
October 30
Chicago, IL
Allstate Arena
November 1
Chicago, IL
Allstate Arena
November 3
Indianapolis, IN
Conseco Fieldhouse
November 5
Detroit, MI
Palace of Auburn Hills
November 7
Toronto, ONT
Rogers Centre
November 9
Boston, MA
TD Banknorth Garden
November 12
New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
November 13
New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
November 15
Washington, D.C.
Verizon Center
November 17
Philadelphia, PA
Wachovia Center
November 19
East Rutherford, NJ
IZOD Center
November 21
Columbus, OH
Schottenstein Center
November 23
Minneapolis, MN
Xcel Energy Center
November 25
Denver, CO
Pepsi Center
November 28
Vancouver, BC
General Motors Place
November 29
Seattle, WA
Key Arena
November 30
Tacoma, WA
Tacoma Dome
December 2
Oakland, CA
ORACLE Arena
December 4
Oakland, CA
ORACLE Arena
December 6
Los Angeles, CA
The Forum
December 8
Los Angeles, CA
The Forum
December 10
Phoenix, AZ
US Airways Center
December 12
San Antonio, TX
AT&T Center
December 14
Houston, TX
Toyota Center
December 16
Atlanta, GA
Philips Arena
December 18
Charlotte, NC
Time Warner Cable Arena
Black Ice World Tour ticket sales highlights include:
-Chicago’s Allstate Arena concert sold out in minutes forcing the second show to go on sale, which also sold out over the weekend.
-Both Madison Square Garden concerts sold out in minutes.
-Vancouver’s General Motors Place concert sold out in 4 minutes, a record for that venue.
-San Antonio fans purchased more tickets in one day for AC/DC than for any other artist in that market’s history.
-Tickets for Toronto’s Rogers Centre sold faster than any stadium concert in the venue’s history.
“The tremendous fan response to AC/DC is evidenced by record breaking ticket sales this weekend,” said Columbia Records co-Chairman Steve Barnett. “Along with the worldwide success of the No Bull DVD re-release, it’s obvious that fans are anxiously awaiting the October 20th release of the new album, Black Ice.”
“AC/DC’s fans came out in force this weekend to get tickets to the band’s upcoming ‘Black Ice’ tour,” said David Marcus, Ticketmaster’s senior vice president, Music. “A live AC/DC event promises to be a legendary rock show. We’re glad Paperless Ticket™ helped fan club members and fans get tickets at face value for designated seats.”
The Black Ice World Tour opens on October 28th at the Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The worldwide tour - the band's first since 2001 - promotes Black Ice, AC/DC's latest studio album. Black Ice will be released on October 20th and sold in the US exclusively at Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, and www.acdc.com. The album is currently available for pre-order at www.walmart.com and www.acdc.com.
Tickets to AC/DC’s Black Ice World Tour are available through Ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster charge-by-phone, Ticketmaster retail outlets, or at ACDC.com. Specific market on sale dates and times are listed at Ticketmaster.com's AC/DC page. Fans ordering tickets through Ticketmaster.com will have an exclusive opportunity to pre-order AC/DC’s Black Ice album in connection with their ticket purchase.
Additional appearances throughout North and South America, Europe, and Asia, will be
announced shortly.
No Bull: The Directors Cut - a newly edited, comprehensive HD DVD of AC/DC's famed July 1996 Plaza De Toros De Las Ventas concert in Madrid, Spain was released on September 9th and reached the top of the music DVD sales charts in 10 countries. The DVD debuts at #1 on the DVD sales charts in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, France, Germany, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States. It’s #3 in Belgium and #4 in Austria and the United Kingdom.
The first single from Black Ice, "Rock 'N' Roll Train" was released to radio on August 28 and immediately went to #1 at Rock Radio. The video for “Rock ‘N’ Roll Train” premiered September 19th on www.acdc.com and www.vh1.com.
Upcoming shows in the Black Ice World Tour include:
October 28
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Wachovia Arena
October 30
Chicago, IL
Allstate Arena
November 1
Chicago, IL
Allstate Arena
November 3
Indianapolis, IN
Conseco Fieldhouse
November 5
Detroit, MI
Palace of Auburn Hills
November 7
Toronto, ONT
Rogers Centre
November 9
Boston, MA
TD Banknorth Garden
November 12
New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
November 13
New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
November 15
Washington, D.C.
Verizon Center
November 17
Philadelphia, PA
Wachovia Center
November 19
East Rutherford, NJ
IZOD Center
November 21
Columbus, OH
Schottenstein Center
November 23
Minneapolis, MN
Xcel Energy Center
November 25
Denver, CO
Pepsi Center
November 28
Vancouver, BC
General Motors Place
November 29
Seattle, WA
Key Arena
November 30
Tacoma, WA
Tacoma Dome
December 2
Oakland, CA
ORACLE Arena
December 4
Oakland, CA
ORACLE Arena
December 6
Los Angeles, CA
The Forum
December 8
Los Angeles, CA
The Forum
December 10
Phoenix, AZ
US Airways Center
December 12
San Antonio, TX
AT&T Center
December 14
Houston, TX
Toyota Center
December 16
Atlanta, GA
Philips Arena
December 18
Charlotte, NC
Time Warner Cable Arena
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Pacific Asia Museum to screen "Red Heroine" with concert by Devil Music Ensemble
Pacific Asia Museum
presents
Red Heroine
with a live concert by Devil Music Ensemble
Thursday, September 25, 2008 @ 8pm
Directed by Wen Yimin (1929, silent), starring Fan Xuepeng
Episode six of RED KNIGHT-ERRANT a.k.a. RED HEROINE, the only surviving episode of the 13-part serial, is one of the few complete and earliest extant silent martial arts films.
A band of outlaws raids a village and kidnaps a maiden, causing the death of her grandmother. The captive maiden is rescued by a mysterious Daoist hermit and reemerges three years later as a full-fledged warrior, flying to the sky to avenge her grandmother's death.
Critically acclaimed Devil Music Ensemble will bring this classic silent film to new life with a live performance of their all-new score.
Devil Music Ensembleis Brendon Wood, Jonah Rapino, and Tim Nylander.
Since 2002 Devil Music Ensemble (DME) has striven to present new, original, diverse works with performances in Boston, the rest of the U.S., and now the world. Presenting live soundtrack performances to Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde on their first European tour, their experimentation with silent film and music has grown to include classics such as Nosferatu, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, the western Big Stakes, and now Red Heroine. The attempt to pigeonhole Devil Music's sound has been frustrating audiences and critics since its incarnation, and will continue as such as long as the love of experimentation stays with the group.
FREE for members; $7 for non-members; $5 for students and seniors. The screening will be held at night in the outdoor courtyard. Dress accordingly. Space is limited. Reservations strongly recommended. Please call ext. 31 to RSVP.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-449-2742
10 am - 6 pm, Wednesday to Sunday,
and ALWAYS on the web at
www.pacificasiamuseum.org
presents
Red Heroine
with a live concert by Devil Music Ensemble
Thursday, September 25, 2008 @ 8pm
Directed by Wen Yimin (1929, silent), starring Fan Xuepeng
Episode six of RED KNIGHT-ERRANT a.k.a. RED HEROINE, the only surviving episode of the 13-part serial, is one of the few complete and earliest extant silent martial arts films.
A band of outlaws raids a village and kidnaps a maiden, causing the death of her grandmother. The captive maiden is rescued by a mysterious Daoist hermit and reemerges three years later as a full-fledged warrior, flying to the sky to avenge her grandmother's death.
Critically acclaimed Devil Music Ensemble will bring this classic silent film to new life with a live performance of their all-new score.
Devil Music Ensembleis Brendon Wood, Jonah Rapino, and Tim Nylander.
Since 2002 Devil Music Ensemble (DME) has striven to present new, original, diverse works with performances in Boston, the rest of the U.S., and now the world. Presenting live soundtrack performances to Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde on their first European tour, their experimentation with silent film and music has grown to include classics such as Nosferatu, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, the western Big Stakes, and now Red Heroine. The attempt to pigeonhole Devil Music's sound has been frustrating audiences and critics since its incarnation, and will continue as such as long as the love of experimentation stays with the group.
FREE for members; $7 for non-members; $5 for students and seniors. The screening will be held at night in the outdoor courtyard. Dress accordingly. Space is limited. Reservations strongly recommended. Please call ext. 31 to RSVP.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-449-2742
10 am - 6 pm, Wednesday to Sunday,
and ALWAYS on the web at
www.pacificasiamuseum.org
Join Esotouric for Halloween Horrors bus tour
Esotouric's Halloween Horrors Bus Tour Explores Weird L.A. Crime History
WHAT: "Halloween Horrors With Crimebo the Clown " bus tour
WHEN: Saturday October 25, 12pm-4pm
COST: $58/person, snacks and candy included
MORE INFO: visit http://www.esotouric.com or call 323-223-2767
Esotouric's most grisly Crime Bus tour, this seasonal confection stops at the sites of the weirdest and most disgusting crimes in LA's history, including several with a Halloween theme.
Halloween Horrors features lurid crime scene photos and more sick jokes per mile than the other Crime Bus tours, and is the only no-kids-allowed tour on the schedule. 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, Richard Schave and Joan Renner 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, including fireproof costumes, battery-powered lights in pumpkins, masks offering better visibility when crossing streets and greater parental supervision.
The 2008 edition of Halloween Horrors features a very spooky guest star. Jeremy Kasten is a horror filmmaker and a fetishist of L.A. history. Jeremy's film's include "The Attic Expeditions" (Seth Green, Alice Cooper, Ted Raimi, Jeffrey Combs), which premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival and is considered a cult favorite among horror fans.
Jeremy's second film, "All Souls Day: Dias De Los Muertos" (David Keith, Laura Harring, Danny Trejo) premiered at the 2005 Slamdance Film Festival and his third film, "The Thirst" (Jeremy Sisto and Matt Keslar) is one of the bloodiest modern vampire exploitation films. Jeremy has just released a remake of H.G Lewis' "The Wizard of Gore," starring Crispin Glover, Kip Pardue, Bijou Phillips, Brad Dourif, Jeffrey Combs and featuring the Suicide Girls. "Wizard" premiered to sold out crowds at the Los Angeles Film Festival and is a love letter to post-punk L.A.
Jeremy will be showing and discussing favorite disturbing clips from horror films featuring Los Angeles. We will see the city as a background to heinous crimes as well as a stand-in for everything from sleepy suburbs to a post- apocalyptic nightmare world. It's not for the squeamish, and can only be seen on the Crime Bus.
Passengers on this eye-opening, funny and informative tour will leave with a new understanding of Halloween and horror 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
WHAT: "Halloween Horrors With Crimebo the Clown " bus tour
WHEN: Saturday October 25, 12pm-4pm
COST: $58/person, snacks and candy included
MORE INFO: visit http://www.esotouric.com or call 323-223-2767
Esotouric's most grisly Crime Bus tour, this seasonal confection stops at the sites of the weirdest and most disgusting crimes in LA's history, including several with a Halloween theme.
Halloween Horrors features lurid crime scene photos and more sick jokes per mile than the other Crime Bus tours, and is the only no-kids-allowed tour on the schedule. 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, Richard Schave and Joan Renner 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, including fireproof costumes, battery-powered lights in pumpkins, masks offering better visibility when crossing streets and greater parental supervision.
The 2008 edition of Halloween Horrors features a very spooky guest star. Jeremy Kasten is a horror filmmaker and a fetishist of L.A. history. Jeremy's film's include "The Attic Expeditions" (Seth Green, Alice Cooper, Ted Raimi, Jeffrey Combs), which premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival and is considered a cult favorite among horror fans.
Jeremy's second film, "All Souls Day: Dias De Los Muertos" (David Keith, Laura Harring, Danny Trejo) premiered at the 2005 Slamdance Film Festival and his third film, "The Thirst" (Jeremy Sisto and Matt Keslar) is one of the bloodiest modern vampire exploitation films. Jeremy has just released a remake of H.G Lewis' "The Wizard of Gore," starring Crispin Glover, Kip Pardue, Bijou Phillips, Brad Dourif, Jeffrey Combs and featuring the Suicide Girls. "Wizard" premiered to sold out crowds at the Los Angeles Film Festival and is a love letter to post-punk L.A.
Jeremy will be showing and discussing favorite disturbing clips from horror films featuring Los Angeles. We will see the city as a background to heinous crimes as well as a stand-in for everything from sleepy suburbs to a post- apocalyptic nightmare world. It's not for the squeamish, and can only be seen on the Crime Bus.
Passengers on this eye-opening, funny and informative tour will leave with a new understanding of Halloween and horror 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
Cool classical concerts
I received these concerts (and comments) from one of my favorite readers:
I. CalTech Orchestra: Program is Handel Water Music Suite, Barabba Study in Orange, Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3, Haydn Symphony No. 53.
I'm playing harpsichord in the Water Music, which is difficult as hell because it goes to fast. There is a new freshman at Oxy who plays percussion, so, he gets to play the tympani part in the Haydn Symphony.
Saturday, September 27, 7:30 at Thorne Hall at Occidental College
Sunday, September 28, 3:30 at Ramo Auditorium on the CalTech campus.
I don't yet know the program of the second set of concerts, but the dates are:
Saturday, November 15, 7:30 PM at Thorne Aud.
Sunday, November 16, 3:30 PM at Ramo II.
Crown City Symphony (our new name) Three performances of the same concert. Program is: Handel Concerto Grosso Op.3 No.1 - (I get to play harpsichord in this one), Chaminade Concertina for Flute, Mozart "Linz" Symphony No.36, And another piece, I forgot, no percussion in it. I'm going to be busy in this concert. I have to bring my harpsichord and two tympani.
Saturday, November 15, 2:00 PM at Villa Park in Pasadena on North Fair Oaks.
Saturday, November 22, 2:00 PM at the Altadena Sr. Center, 560 East Mariposa, Altadena. Sunday, November 23, 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church on Marengo, 75 North Marengo, Pasadena.
Get off the 210 at Fair Oaks, but don't turn on Fair Oaks. Cross it. The street you are on is Corson Street. Continue to Marengo. I think it is the second light. Turn right on Marengo and right on the second street which is Holly. The church takes up the whole block to your left, pass it and park in the City parking structure at the rear of the church.
Parking is free on Sundays, but if the gate is closed and you have to take a ticket, we will validate it.
IV. (I play this every year) Daniel Pearl Peace Concert with the American Victory Orchestra, Sunday, October 26. 3:00PM at the World Peace Ikeda Auditorium, 525 Wilshire Bl. Santa Monica, which is a huge Buddist facility.
Daniel Pearle's parents always come and speak to us before intermission, telling us about their world-wide peace efforts. they sometimes bring one of several interns with them, newspaper reporters from various third world countries who get to spend a week (or a month, I forget) interning with a big city newspaper. It is incredibly inspiring, extremely well attended and tickets cost $10.00. There is jazz, african dancing, singing, baroque music, First movement of the Grieg concerto this time, and art in the foyer.
I. CalTech Orchestra: Program is Handel Water Music Suite, Barabba Study in Orange, Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3, Haydn Symphony No. 53.
I'm playing harpsichord in the Water Music, which is difficult as hell because it goes to fast. There is a new freshman at Oxy who plays percussion, so, he gets to play the tympani part in the Haydn Symphony.
Saturday, September 27, 7:30 at Thorne Hall at Occidental College
Sunday, September 28, 3:30 at Ramo Auditorium on the CalTech campus.
I don't yet know the program of the second set of concerts, but the dates are:
Saturday, November 15, 7:30 PM at Thorne Aud.
Sunday, November 16, 3:30 PM at Ramo II.
Crown City Symphony (our new name) Three performances of the same concert. Program is: Handel Concerto Grosso Op.3 No.1 - (I get to play harpsichord in this one), Chaminade Concertina for Flute, Mozart "Linz" Symphony No.36, And another piece, I forgot, no percussion in it. I'm going to be busy in this concert. I have to bring my harpsichord and two tympani.
Saturday, November 15, 2:00 PM at Villa Park in Pasadena on North Fair Oaks.
Saturday, November 22, 2:00 PM at the Altadena Sr. Center, 560 East Mariposa, Altadena. Sunday, November 23, 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church on Marengo, 75 North Marengo, Pasadena.
Get off the 210 at Fair Oaks, but don't turn on Fair Oaks. Cross it. The street you are on is Corson Street. Continue to Marengo. I think it is the second light. Turn right on Marengo and right on the second street which is Holly. The church takes up the whole block to your left, pass it and park in the City parking structure at the rear of the church.
Parking is free on Sundays, but if the gate is closed and you have to take a ticket, we will validate it.
IV. (I play this every year) Daniel Pearl Peace Concert with the American Victory Orchestra, Sunday, October 26. 3:00PM at the World Peace Ikeda Auditorium, 525 Wilshire Bl. Santa Monica, which is a huge Buddist facility.
Daniel Pearle's parents always come and speak to us before intermission, telling us about their world-wide peace efforts. they sometimes bring one of several interns with them, newspaper reporters from various third world countries who get to spend a week (or a month, I forget) interning with a big city newspaper. It is incredibly inspiring, extremely well attended and tickets cost $10.00. There is jazz, african dancing, singing, baroque music, First movement of the Grieg concerto this time, and art in the foyer.
Andy Rau Band at the Fret House Saturday
The Andy Rau Band
Sat Sep 27th
The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina Ca 91723
626 339 7020
www.frethouse.com
8pm $15
Sat Sep 27th
The Fret House
309 N Citrus
Covina Ca 91723
626 339 7020
www.frethouse.com
8pm $15
The Tumbling Tumbleweeds to perform at the Autry Center Sunday
This Sunday!! Be sure and call for tickets!
THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS
Featuring
Jean Sudbury & Dan Dungan
live at the
Autry National Center Wells Fargo Theater
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA, 90027-1462
with Host
Poet J. D. Seibert
Also Featuring
Nancy Lee, George Dickey,
Buck Corbett & Rodger Maxwell
Sunday, September 28, 2008-2:00 PM
Tickets: $20.00 / $15.00 WMA & Autry Members
Children under 12 - $10.00
Fundraiser to benefit
Western Music Association California Chapter
Howdy Tumbleweed fans! This is an opportunity to see us on a stage that we can MOVE on!
The Wells Fargo Theater is located in the heart of the Autry National Center and this is for a cause that is very near and dear to our hearts. It benefits the Western Music Association, of which most of you know we are members. If you've been looking for an opportunity to support the American Arts in some way AND see a really great show, THIS is your chance! Come join us as we celebrate the American West along with some of our friends in the Western Music and Cowboy Poetry world!
For tickets call Marilyn Tuttle at 818-365-8709 or e-mail: LindaleeGreen@earthlink.net
The Tumbling Tumbleweeds
P.O. Box 1008
Sierra Madre, CA 91025-4008
(626) 755-4946
www.thetumblingtumbleweeds.com
www.myspace.com/tumbleweeds4
www.cdbaby.com/tumblingtumbleweeds
Nominated for the 2008 Western Music Association Crescendo (Most Promising Talent) Award and the 2008 Academy of Western Artists Western Music Duo/Group of the Year Award!
THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS
Featuring
Jean Sudbury & Dan Dungan
live at the
Autry National Center Wells Fargo Theater
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA, 90027-1462
with Host
Poet J. D. Seibert
Also Featuring
Nancy Lee, George Dickey,
Buck Corbett & Rodger Maxwell
Sunday, September 28, 2008-2:00 PM
Tickets: $20.00 / $15.00 WMA & Autry Members
Children under 12 - $10.00
Fundraiser to benefit
Western Music Association California Chapter
Howdy Tumbleweed fans! This is an opportunity to see us on a stage that we can MOVE on!
The Wells Fargo Theater is located in the heart of the Autry National Center and this is for a cause that is very near and dear to our hearts. It benefits the Western Music Association, of which most of you know we are members. If you've been looking for an opportunity to support the American Arts in some way AND see a really great show, THIS is your chance! Come join us as we celebrate the American West along with some of our friends in the Western Music and Cowboy Poetry world!
For tickets call Marilyn Tuttle at 818-365-8709 or e-mail: LindaleeGreen@earthlink.net
The Tumbling Tumbleweeds
P.O. Box 1008
Sierra Madre, CA 91025-4008
(626) 755-4946
www.thetumblingtumbleweeds.com
www.myspace.com/tumbleweeds4
www.cdbaby.com/tumblingtumbleweeds
Nominated for the 2008 Western Music Association Crescendo (Most Promising Talent) Award and the 2008 Academy of Western Artists Western Music Duo/Group of the Year Award!
The 88 to play all-ages show at the Troubadour
The 88 will be playing an all-ages show at The Troubadour (9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood) on Saturday, November 1 at 8 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance, available at www.ticketmaster.com . For more show information, please visit http://www.troubadour.com.
To celebrate the Island Records debut of Not Only… But Also, The 88 have confirmed an appearance on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic with Nic Harcourt on Halloween. Their set will air live on 89.9 FM and streaming at KCRW.com at 11:15am PST. This will be the band's third appearance on the highly influential radio show.
KCRW, a Santa Monica based public radio station, will also be the presenting station for the band’s record release show at The Troubadour the following evening, Saturday November 1, 2008.
Tonight, Monday September 15, 2008 a new track entitled “It’s A Lot” from Not Only…But Also produced by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will be prominently featured on one of the hottest shows on television, Gossip Girl. This will actually be the second time fans of The CW have heard music from the band’s as-yet-unreleased CD. “Coming Home” helped launch the new series 90210 a few weeks back and was the highest rated series premiere in The CW’s history.
“The 88 is one of my favorite L.A. bands of the last decade,” said KCRW Music Director and Host of Morning Becomes Eclectic, Nic Harcourt. “I’m happy they have finally been acknowledged with a major label debut.”
As if that wasn’t enough, three new tracks from the major label debut by The 88 will be made available for sale as a digital-only EP Three From Eleven. The title refers to the eleven tracks found on Not Only… But Also, and allows fans to download “Coming Home”, “Go Go Go” and “It’s A Lot” via iTunes today. Both Matt Wallace and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds produced tracks from the record coming out October 28.
ABOUT THE 88
Founded in Los Angeles in 2002, The 88 have released three albums – Kind of Light, Over and Over and the upcoming Not Only… But Also. The band is perhaps best known for their staggering 40+ music placements in film (Failure to Launch, You Me and Dupree), television (ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, CBS’ How I Met Your Mother) and advertising (Sears, Target) among others. Aside from extensive touring in North America, they have appeared on numerous national talk shows including Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Last Call With Carson Daly. The 88 are lead singer/guitarist Keith Slettedahl, pianist Adam Merrin and drummer Anthony Zimmitti.
To celebrate the Island Records debut of Not Only… But Also, The 88 have confirmed an appearance on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic with Nic Harcourt on Halloween. Their set will air live on 89.9 FM and streaming at KCRW.com at 11:15am PST. This will be the band's third appearance on the highly influential radio show.
KCRW, a Santa Monica based public radio station, will also be the presenting station for the band’s record release show at The Troubadour the following evening, Saturday November 1, 2008.
Tonight, Monday September 15, 2008 a new track entitled “It’s A Lot” from Not Only…But Also produced by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will be prominently featured on one of the hottest shows on television, Gossip Girl. This will actually be the second time fans of The CW have heard music from the band’s as-yet-unreleased CD. “Coming Home” helped launch the new series 90210 a few weeks back and was the highest rated series premiere in The CW’s history.
“The 88 is one of my favorite L.A. bands of the last decade,” said KCRW Music Director and Host of Morning Becomes Eclectic, Nic Harcourt. “I’m happy they have finally been acknowledged with a major label debut.”
As if that wasn’t enough, three new tracks from the major label debut by The 88 will be made available for sale as a digital-only EP Three From Eleven. The title refers to the eleven tracks found on Not Only… But Also, and allows fans to download “Coming Home”, “Go Go Go” and “It’s A Lot” via iTunes today. Both Matt Wallace and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds produced tracks from the record coming out October 28.
ABOUT THE 88
Founded in Los Angeles in 2002, The 88 have released three albums – Kind of Light, Over and Over and the upcoming Not Only… But Also. The band is perhaps best known for their staggering 40+ music placements in film (Failure to Launch, You Me and Dupree), television (ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, CBS’ How I Met Your Mother) and advertising (Sears, Target) among others. Aside from extensive touring in North America, they have appeared on numerous national talk shows including Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Last Call With Carson Daly. The 88 are lead singer/guitarist Keith Slettedahl, pianist Adam Merrin and drummer Anthony Zimmitti.
The Classic Crime to headline Atticus Clothing's Walk the Plank tour
After a heady Summer garnering plaudits for their second studio album The Silver Cord and a marquee spot on this Summer's Vans Warped Tour, Tooth & Nail recording artists THE CLASSIC CRIME are getting ready to hit the road this Fall, headlining Atticus Clothing's "Walk The Plank Tour," presented by Alternative Press. Launching at Anaheim's Chain Reaction and circling the country, The Classic Crime will be supported by A Change of Pace, with special guests Jet Lag Gemini, Artist vs. Poet, Lower Definition and Tyler Read performing on various legs of the tour.
"After a great summer at all the festivals, meeting tons of new people, and seeing amazing bands, we decided to pull some of our favorites together and hit the road in the United States late this year," says Mark Bubb, U.S. Director of Atticus Clothing. "The Classic Crime will be headlining the tour and have an amazing new album out called The Silver Cord! We highly suggest you go check it out!"
Recorded in February and March 2008, The Silver Cord is an album ripe with heavy, dense chords held buoyant with incredibly tight musicianship and infectious melodies. From the opening staccato guitars of "Just a Man" that break into intricate fretwork intertwining with Matt's seasoned vocals, it becomes readily apparent how much they've grown.
"Elvis [producer] noted that we were a different band, and the vibe was totally different," recalls Matt. "We went about things completely different, recording the album like a 90's Alt record rather than a 2008 rock record. We didn't use click tracks or borrowed samples, we didn't quantize anything either... we can actually say that we played what you hear."
The first single, "Abracadavers" is just one of many testaments to their strength as a band on this album, and proof to those who might have thought they have gone soft because of their acoustic EP.
"We wanted to show that we enjoy and are capable of different styles of music," explains Matt. "You can't hear any folk on Albatross, but it's all over the Seattle Sessions EP. It may have been risky, but we'd rather have integrity musically than worry what people might think."
With the support from Alternative Press, Brian Ewing, SJC Custom Drums, and Epiphone Guitars, the Walk The Plank Tour will offer fans the chance to win some truly incredible prizes, tickets, and exclusive clothing (surf to Atticusclothing.com and Altpress.com for more information as the tour nears). Grounded in the culture of music, Atticus was founded by musicians with their morals and inspirations in mind.
The tour will be hitting the following cities (more dates to be announced shortly):
The Walk the Plank Tour Featuring THE CLASSIC CRIME
11/11 Anaheim, CA Chain Reaction
11/12 Los Angeles, CA Knitting Factory
11/13 Victorville, CA Kamra
11/18 Eugene, OR Wow Hall
11/20 Portland, OR Hawthorne Theatre
11/21 Seattle, WA Showbox
11/22 Spokane, WA The Blvd
11/23 Clarkston, WA The Grange
11/24 Boise, ID The Venue
11/25 Salt Lake City, UT Avalon
11/26 Denver, CO Marquis
11/29 Wichita, KS OZ Cafe
11/30 Iowa City, IA The Picador
12/2 Lacrosse, WI Warehouse
12/3 Chicago, IL Mojoe’s
12/5 Lansing, MI Mac’s
12/6 Cleveland, OH Agora
12/7 S. Hackensack, NJ School of Rock
12/13 Dallas, TX The Max
The Silver Cord was released on Tooth & Nail Records earlier this Summer and was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette (Incubus, Story of the Year, Puddle of Mudd).
www.myspace.com/theclassiccrime
"After a great summer at all the festivals, meeting tons of new people, and seeing amazing bands, we decided to pull some of our favorites together and hit the road in the United States late this year," says Mark Bubb, U.S. Director of Atticus Clothing. "The Classic Crime will be headlining the tour and have an amazing new album out called The Silver Cord! We highly suggest you go check it out!"
Recorded in February and March 2008, The Silver Cord is an album ripe with heavy, dense chords held buoyant with incredibly tight musicianship and infectious melodies. From the opening staccato guitars of "Just a Man" that break into intricate fretwork intertwining with Matt's seasoned vocals, it becomes readily apparent how much they've grown.
"Elvis [producer] noted that we were a different band, and the vibe was totally different," recalls Matt. "We went about things completely different, recording the album like a 90's Alt record rather than a 2008 rock record. We didn't use click tracks or borrowed samples, we didn't quantize anything either... we can actually say that we played what you hear."
The first single, "Abracadavers" is just one of many testaments to their strength as a band on this album, and proof to those who might have thought they have gone soft because of their acoustic EP.
"We wanted to show that we enjoy and are capable of different styles of music," explains Matt. "You can't hear any folk on Albatross, but it's all over the Seattle Sessions EP. It may have been risky, but we'd rather have integrity musically than worry what people might think."
With the support from Alternative Press, Brian Ewing, SJC Custom Drums, and Epiphone Guitars, the Walk The Plank Tour will offer fans the chance to win some truly incredible prizes, tickets, and exclusive clothing (surf to Atticusclothing.com and Altpress.com for more information as the tour nears). Grounded in the culture of music, Atticus was founded by musicians with their morals and inspirations in mind.
The tour will be hitting the following cities (more dates to be announced shortly):
The Walk the Plank Tour Featuring THE CLASSIC CRIME
11/11 Anaheim, CA Chain Reaction
11/12 Los Angeles, CA Knitting Factory
11/13 Victorville, CA Kamra
11/18 Eugene, OR Wow Hall
11/20 Portland, OR Hawthorne Theatre
11/21 Seattle, WA Showbox
11/22 Spokane, WA The Blvd
11/23 Clarkston, WA The Grange
11/24 Boise, ID The Venue
11/25 Salt Lake City, UT Avalon
11/26 Denver, CO Marquis
11/29 Wichita, KS OZ Cafe
11/30 Iowa City, IA The Picador
12/2 Lacrosse, WI Warehouse
12/3 Chicago, IL Mojoe’s
12/5 Lansing, MI Mac’s
12/6 Cleveland, OH Agora
12/7 S. Hackensack, NJ School of Rock
12/13 Dallas, TX The Max
The Silver Cord was released on Tooth & Nail Records earlier this Summer and was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette (Incubus, Story of the Year, Puddle of Mudd).
www.myspace.com/theclassiccrime
Live Nation to present Trans-Siberian Orchestra
On Sale Saturday September 27 at 10 AM:
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
The Theatre at Honda Center
Friday – November 21
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
The Theatre at Honda Center
Friday – November 21
John Ridley launches thatminoritything.com
Novelist, screenwriter, and socio-political commentator John Ridley has announced the official launch of thatminoritything.com, a free website he founded to provide news and opinions in support of the minority community.
As a blog and news aggregator, That Minority Thing showcases ideas and stories that are often overlooked or buried by mainstream media. Underrepresented voices from across the spectrum - including ethnic, racial, religious, disabled, gender, and sexual minorities - are the focus of the conversation at That Minority Thing.
That Minority Thing features both original content and stories culled from news sources across the globe that are of special interest to minorities. The original content includes blogs by featured writers as well as “The Week in Color,” a wrap-up of the week’s minority news.
Known for his captivating and often challenging storytelling, John Ridley has increasingly taken on the role of socio-political observer, as evidenced by his frequent appearances on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” and CNN’s “Election Center” with Campbell Brown. His commentaries on National Public Radio, essays and articles for Esquire and Time, as well as weekly columns at The Huffington Post and NPR.org have drawn admiration and ire from all sides of the political spectrum.
As Editor-in-Chief, Ridley oversees the daily content of That Minority Thing, ensuring that the full range of the minority community is represented fairly and that a wide variety of opinions are given coverage.
As a blog and news aggregator, That Minority Thing showcases ideas and stories that are often overlooked or buried by mainstream media. Underrepresented voices from across the spectrum - including ethnic, racial, religious, disabled, gender, and sexual minorities - are the focus of the conversation at That Minority Thing.
That Minority Thing features both original content and stories culled from news sources across the globe that are of special interest to minorities. The original content includes blogs by featured writers as well as “The Week in Color,” a wrap-up of the week’s minority news.
Known for his captivating and often challenging storytelling, John Ridley has increasingly taken on the role of socio-political observer, as evidenced by his frequent appearances on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” and CNN’s “Election Center” with Campbell Brown. His commentaries on National Public Radio, essays and articles for Esquire and Time, as well as weekly columns at The Huffington Post and NPR.org have drawn admiration and ire from all sides of the political spectrum.
As Editor-in-Chief, Ridley oversees the daily content of That Minority Thing, ensuring that the full range of the minority community is represented fairly and that a wide variety of opinions are given coverage.
Lamb of God on tour with Dimmu Borgir, Five Finger Death Punch and more
LAMB OF GOD, the Grammy-nominated purveyors of Pure American Metal, are pleased to announce a set of co-headlining dates this February in the UK. LAMB OF GOD will be heading out on the Defenders of the Faith II Tour (presented by Metal Hammer and Kilimanjaro Live) with co-headliners Dimmu Borgir, Five Finger Death Punch, and more to be announced. All shows will be closed by LAMB OF GOD!!
Metal Hammer will be offering a special pre-sale for tickets starting at 10AM this Wednesday at www.metalhammer.co.uk. General ticket sales begin this Friday, September 26, at 9AM.
LAMB OF GOD is currently in the studio recording the follow-up to 2006’s Grammy nominated Sacrament with Grammy award winning producer Josh Wilbur. The as-yet-untitled album will be their third on Epic Records and is slated for a February 2009 release.
www.lamb-of-god.com
LAMB OF GOD co-headlining Defenders of the Faith II w/Dimmu Borgir, Five Finger Death Punch, and more TBA:
(All shows £20 adv regionally and £22.50 in London. All shows are all ages. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Doors at 6pm)
February 11, 2009 - Bristol Academy
February 12, 2009 - Birmingham Academy
February 13, 2009 - Manchester Academy
February 14, 2009 - London Brixton Academy
February 15, 2009 - Glasgow Academy
Tickets available from the venue box offices and
www.seetickets.com / 0871 230 5576
www.ticketweb.co.uk / 0844 477 2000
www.ticketmaster.co.uk / 0844 847 2401
www.ticketline.co.uk / 0844 888 91 88
www.stargreen.com / 0207 734 8932
Metal Hammer will be offering a special pre-sale for tickets starting at 10AM this Wednesday at www.metalhammer.co.uk. General ticket sales begin this Friday, September 26, at 9AM.
LAMB OF GOD is currently in the studio recording the follow-up to 2006’s Grammy nominated Sacrament with Grammy award winning producer Josh Wilbur. The as-yet-untitled album will be their third on Epic Records and is slated for a February 2009 release.
www.lamb-of-god.com
LAMB OF GOD co-headlining Defenders of the Faith II w/Dimmu Borgir, Five Finger Death Punch, and more TBA:
(All shows £20 adv regionally and £22.50 in London. All shows are all ages. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Doors at 6pm)
February 11, 2009 - Bristol Academy
February 12, 2009 - Birmingham Academy
February 13, 2009 - Manchester Academy
February 14, 2009 - London Brixton Academy
February 15, 2009 - Glasgow Academy
Tickets available from the venue box offices and
www.seetickets.com / 0871 230 5576
www.ticketweb.co.uk / 0844 477 2000
www.ticketmaster.co.uk / 0844 847 2401
www.ticketline.co.uk / 0844 888 91 88
www.stargreen.com / 0207 734 8932
Galatic readying Brass Tacks Tour
Kicking off in Athens GA on October 8th, Galactic’s Brass Tacks Tour will be turning up the heat just in time to warm up cooling US cities this fall. Honing their legendarily high energy live funk show by touring non-stop, the talented New Orleans five-piece spent the summer playing festivals in Europe, Japan and the US, including stops at Outside Lands in San Francisco and Austin City Limits in Texas.
Their acclaimed 2007 release From the Corner to the Block featured a who’s who of underground MC’s, including Lyrics Born, Juvenile, Chali 2na and Boots Riley, and the critics cheered. Rolling Stone called the release “a call to get down when you've had it up to here with everything else,” while the BBC raved “it's hard to imagine a more succinct display of old Orleans brass and New Orleans bounce.” Harp magazine gushed, “a singular musical achievement. Almost every tune is a hip-hop classic, welding vibrant storytelling, strong voices and agile wordplay to a rhythmic and melodic genius that is simply galactic.”
On the Brass Tacks Tour, Galactic will be accompanied by the Crown City Rockers from Oakland CA, along with two very special guests and NOLA superstars Shamarr Allen on trumpet and Corey Henry on trombone. This marks the first time Galactic has toured with a horn section, which will be an exciting addition to an already stellar live performance. One of the most entertaining, exciting and accomplished bands making music today, Galactic and their Brass Tacks tour will be a not-to-be-missed dance party.
Oct 8 - Georgia Theatre, Athens, Georgia
Oct 9 - The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh, North Carolina
Oct 10 - Toad’s Place, Richmond, Virginia
Oct 11 - The Fillmore at the TLA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 12 - 9:30 Club, Washington, Washington DC
Oct 14 - Higher Ground, Burlington, Vermont
Oct 15 - Paradise Rock Club, Boston, Massachusetts
Oct 17 - The Fillmore at Irving Plaza, New York, New York
Oct 19 - 8 x 10, Baltimore, Maryland
Oct 24 - House Of Blues, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Oct 25 - Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 26 - WorkPlay Theatre, Birmingham, Alabama
Oct 29 – Warehouse, Houston, Texas
Oct 30 - House Of Blues, Dallas, Texas
Nov 6 - Richard’s on Richards, Vancouver, British Columbia
Nov 7 – Showbox, Seattle, Washington
Nov 8 - Crystal Ballroom, Portland, Oregon
Nov 9 - Ashland Armory, Ashland, Oregon
Nov 10 -Crystal Bay Club/Crown Room, Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Nov 12 - House Of Blues, West Hollywood, California
Their acclaimed 2007 release From the Corner to the Block featured a who’s who of underground MC’s, including Lyrics Born, Juvenile, Chali 2na and Boots Riley, and the critics cheered. Rolling Stone called the release “a call to get down when you've had it up to here with everything else,” while the BBC raved “it's hard to imagine a more succinct display of old Orleans brass and New Orleans bounce.” Harp magazine gushed, “a singular musical achievement. Almost every tune is a hip-hop classic, welding vibrant storytelling, strong voices and agile wordplay to a rhythmic and melodic genius that is simply galactic.”
On the Brass Tacks Tour, Galactic will be accompanied by the Crown City Rockers from Oakland CA, along with two very special guests and NOLA superstars Shamarr Allen on trumpet and Corey Henry on trombone. This marks the first time Galactic has toured with a horn section, which will be an exciting addition to an already stellar live performance. One of the most entertaining, exciting and accomplished bands making music today, Galactic and their Brass Tacks tour will be a not-to-be-missed dance party.
Oct 8 - Georgia Theatre, Athens, Georgia
Oct 9 - The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh, North Carolina
Oct 10 - Toad’s Place, Richmond, Virginia
Oct 11 - The Fillmore at the TLA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 12 - 9:30 Club, Washington, Washington DC
Oct 14 - Higher Ground, Burlington, Vermont
Oct 15 - Paradise Rock Club, Boston, Massachusetts
Oct 17 - The Fillmore at Irving Plaza, New York, New York
Oct 19 - 8 x 10, Baltimore, Maryland
Oct 24 - House Of Blues, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Oct 25 - Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 26 - WorkPlay Theatre, Birmingham, Alabama
Oct 29 – Warehouse, Houston, Texas
Oct 30 - House Of Blues, Dallas, Texas
Nov 6 - Richard’s on Richards, Vancouver, British Columbia
Nov 7 – Showbox, Seattle, Washington
Nov 8 - Crystal Ballroom, Portland, Oregon
Nov 9 - Ashland Armory, Ashland, Oregon
Nov 10 -Crystal Bay Club/Crown Room, Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Nov 12 - House Of Blues, West Hollywood, California
Walls of Jericho to hit the road with Otep and Ill Nino in October
Fresh off a summer trek on the Rockstar Mayhem Festival the members of the Walls Of Jericho refuse to let the dust settle as the continue to take their brutally explosive live show to the masses. Currently headlining Europe’s “Hell on Earth” and gearing up for more domination in the states with a fall US trek with Otep and Ill Nino to kick off in October and commence as 2008 comes to a close.
“Walls of Jericho and smoking hot screamer Candace Kucsulain….
Their hardcore fury still in full effect” – Metal Review.com
The bands latest release The American Dream, produced by Ben Schigel (Chimaeras/Ringworm) was slated by Alternative Press Magazine as one of 2008’s “Most anticipated release” and Absolute Punk says “The American Dream…will have fans piling on, circle pitting, moshing, and banging their heads all in a matter of minutes”.
“We put all that we have into this record, and trust me; it is extremely heavy. we’re calling it a ‘thrash metal delicacy” says Candace
The band is as well getting set to shoot a new video for American Dream look it to hit the Internet and video channels this fall.
See them live:
Oct. 27 - Bourbon St. New Port Richie, Florida
Oct. 28 - Masquerade Atlanta, Georgia
Oct. 30 - Ground Zero Spartanburg, South Carolina
Nov. 02 - Starland Ballroom Sayreville, New Jersey
Nov. 04 - Blender @ Gramercy Theater New York, New York
Nov. 05 – Crocodile Rock Allentown, PA
Nov. 06 – Webster Theater, Hartford, CT
Nov. 14 - Pierre's Ft. Wayne, Indiana
Nov. 15 - Intersection Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nov. 16 - Pop's Sauget, Illinois
Nov. 18 - Scout Bar Beaumont, Texas
Nov. 20 - Scout Bar San Antonio, Texas
Nov. 21 - Scout Bar Houston, Texas
Nov. 22 - Ridglea Theater Dallas, Texas
Nov. 23 - Tequila Jungle Lubbock, Texas
Nov. 25 - Gators Farmington, New Mexico
Nov. 26 – Black Sheep Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nov. 30 - Key Club Los Angeles, California
http://www.trustkill.com/artist/Walls+Of+Jericho
http://www.myspace.com/wallsofjericho
“Walls of Jericho and smoking hot screamer Candace Kucsulain….
Their hardcore fury still in full effect” – Metal Review.com
The bands latest release The American Dream, produced by Ben Schigel (Chimaeras/Ringworm) was slated by Alternative Press Magazine as one of 2008’s “Most anticipated release” and Absolute Punk says “The American Dream…will have fans piling on, circle pitting, moshing, and banging their heads all in a matter of minutes”.
“We put all that we have into this record, and trust me; it is extremely heavy. we’re calling it a ‘thrash metal delicacy” says Candace
The band is as well getting set to shoot a new video for American Dream look it to hit the Internet and video channels this fall.
See them live:
Oct. 27 - Bourbon St. New Port Richie, Florida
Oct. 28 - Masquerade Atlanta, Georgia
Oct. 30 - Ground Zero Spartanburg, South Carolina
Nov. 02 - Starland Ballroom Sayreville, New Jersey
Nov. 04 - Blender @ Gramercy Theater New York, New York
Nov. 05 – Crocodile Rock Allentown, PA
Nov. 06 – Webster Theater, Hartford, CT
Nov. 14 - Pierre's Ft. Wayne, Indiana
Nov. 15 - Intersection Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nov. 16 - Pop's Sauget, Illinois
Nov. 18 - Scout Bar Beaumont, Texas
Nov. 20 - Scout Bar San Antonio, Texas
Nov. 21 - Scout Bar Houston, Texas
Nov. 22 - Ridglea Theater Dallas, Texas
Nov. 23 - Tequila Jungle Lubbock, Texas
Nov. 25 - Gators Farmington, New Mexico
Nov. 26 – Black Sheep Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nov. 30 - Key Club Los Angeles, California
http://www.trustkill.com/artist/Walls+Of+Jericho
http://www.myspace.com/wallsofjericho
Jita's new single making waves
If music has one true purpose, it is surely to inspire people to be the best that they can be. That is what Jita’s life-affirming songs do.
While many may only use their talent to make money and achieve fame, Jita has always used it to help people, and to inspire them to be better. At the age of three, her parents first took notice of their daughter’s gift. Since then she has always desired to use music as a force for good. “Ever since I can remember, I have always had the feeling that I was supposed to be singing for God,” says the 26-year-old.
Jita is a young woman with a remarkable voice, a tremendous talent and a soul stirring passion. Her passion is evident in her music and inherent in her love for God
So what about the music? Jita follows in the footsteps of the greats of soul, gospel, jazz and Motown. From the sounds of the likes of Aretha Franklin which filled her childhood home to the more modern greats like Whitney Houston, Jita has learnt from the very best. The influences combine into the smooth, sweet sound that has become Jita.
Her new single, drawn from her debut album Sweet Lyric, is called ‘Give Me God’ and it showcases all the qualities that make Jita unique: her beautifully clear and resonant voice, her lyrical mastery and her servitude to God.
The single has already propelled Jita on to the musical scene. ‘Give Me God’ is getting more and more radio play through the services of CRW, debuting on Christian Radio Weekly Global Inspo at a more than respectable number 77. But after a week’s airplay, the single shot up over 50 places to #26, proving its popular appeal beyond any doubt.
With interest building amongst the movers and shakers of the music industry. The album has aroused the attention of the Tate Music Group, and is now distributed through them.
Jita truly is singing for God, and in return God is singing through her. The Spanish version of the single is as inspiring as the original, thus enabling the message to reach yet more eager ears.
While having a management company, record label and publishing company all to her name, along with the passion and drive to put her positive stamp on the music industry, anyone can see that this is surely only the beginning of the Jita story.
About Jita
To learn more about Jita and her music, feel free to visit her at http://www.jitamusic.com
About BeatSquad
http://www.beatsquadpro.com
Founded in 2000, BeatSquad, Inc. has grown conceptually into one of Florida's innovative music companies, with a strong focus on expanding the urban sound within the Christian and Gospel formats, establishing an overall appreciation for inspirational music with a purpose. As is a privately held gospel label and music production company, Beat Squad produces, publishes and distributes music through online and terrestrial outlets.
While many may only use their talent to make money and achieve fame, Jita has always used it to help people, and to inspire them to be better. At the age of three, her parents first took notice of their daughter’s gift. Since then she has always desired to use music as a force for good. “Ever since I can remember, I have always had the feeling that I was supposed to be singing for God,” says the 26-year-old.
Jita is a young woman with a remarkable voice, a tremendous talent and a soul stirring passion. Her passion is evident in her music and inherent in her love for God
So what about the music? Jita follows in the footsteps of the greats of soul, gospel, jazz and Motown. From the sounds of the likes of Aretha Franklin which filled her childhood home to the more modern greats like Whitney Houston, Jita has learnt from the very best. The influences combine into the smooth, sweet sound that has become Jita.
Her new single, drawn from her debut album Sweet Lyric, is called ‘Give Me God’ and it showcases all the qualities that make Jita unique: her beautifully clear and resonant voice, her lyrical mastery and her servitude to God.
The single has already propelled Jita on to the musical scene. ‘Give Me God’ is getting more and more radio play through the services of CRW, debuting on Christian Radio Weekly Global Inspo at a more than respectable number 77. But after a week’s airplay, the single shot up over 50 places to #26, proving its popular appeal beyond any doubt.
With interest building amongst the movers and shakers of the music industry. The album has aroused the attention of the Tate Music Group, and is now distributed through them.
Jita truly is singing for God, and in return God is singing through her. The Spanish version of the single is as inspiring as the original, thus enabling the message to reach yet more eager ears.
While having a management company, record label and publishing company all to her name, along with the passion and drive to put her positive stamp on the music industry, anyone can see that this is surely only the beginning of the Jita story.
About Jita
To learn more about Jita and her music, feel free to visit her at http://www.jitamusic.com
About BeatSquad
http://www.beatsquadpro.com
Founded in 2000, BeatSquad, Inc. has grown conceptually into one of Florida's innovative music companies, with a strong focus on expanding the urban sound within the Christian and Gospel formats, establishing an overall appreciation for inspirational music with a purpose. As is a privately held gospel label and music production company, Beat Squad produces, publishes and distributes music through online and terrestrial outlets.
Randy Travis to release holiday DVD
Multiple GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winning singer and songwriter RANDY TRAVIS will release his first holiday DVD, CHRISTMAS ON THE PECOS, November 4 from IMAGE ENTERTAINMENT. The new special for the whole family includes live performances shot at the historic Carlsbad Caverns in Carlsbad, New Mexico plus homespun stories and a look at Carlsbad’s beautiful “River of Lights” Christmas tradition. Totaling over 79 minutes, the DVD also has additional exclusive footage of the breathtaking locales including the Carlsbad Caverns and a “making-of” featurette. The DVD is highlighted by spectacular footage of RANDY performing “Silent Night” and “Rock Of Ages” in a cavern 850 feet underground.
This marks the first Christmas video release from the iconic Travis, who launched his career in 1986 with the triple-Platinum-selling CD, Storms of Life. His 1987 follow-up, Always & Forever, went on to sell five million copies, cementing his position in country music history as he went on to become the first country music artist to achieve multi-Platinum status. Travis has released 20 albums total including two Christmas albums, 2007’s Songs of The Season and 1989’s Gold-selling An Old Time Christmas. His most recent release, Around The Bend, hit streets in July of this year, debuting at #3 on Billboard’s Country chart and #14 on the Albums chart.
CHRISTMAS ON THE PECOS features holiday favorites from the Christian Country Music Association’s “Mainstream Country Artist of the Year” warm, natural setting, including a live version of the #1 country hit, “Three Wooden Crosses,” shot live in Carlsbad.
Featured songs include:
*“Santa Claus Is Coming To Town”
“God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”
“Rock Of Ages”
*“How Do I Wrap Up My Heart For Christmas”
**“Forever and Ever, Amen”
*“Winter Wonderland”
*“Pretty Paper”
“Silent Night”
*“The Christmas Guest”
“The Christmas Song”
“Sopapilla”
“Christmas Time’s a Comin’”
**“Three Wooden Crosses”
* denotes the song is a live version of his interpretation from An Old Time Christmas
** denotes Randy Travis song
This marks the first Christmas video release from the iconic Travis, who launched his career in 1986 with the triple-Platinum-selling CD, Storms of Life. His 1987 follow-up, Always & Forever, went on to sell five million copies, cementing his position in country music history as he went on to become the first country music artist to achieve multi-Platinum status. Travis has released 20 albums total including two Christmas albums, 2007’s Songs of The Season and 1989’s Gold-selling An Old Time Christmas. His most recent release, Around The Bend, hit streets in July of this year, debuting at #3 on Billboard’s Country chart and #14 on the Albums chart.
CHRISTMAS ON THE PECOS features holiday favorites from the Christian Country Music Association’s “Mainstream Country Artist of the Year” warm, natural setting, including a live version of the #1 country hit, “Three Wooden Crosses,” shot live in Carlsbad.
Featured songs include:
*“Santa Claus Is Coming To Town”
“God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”
“Rock Of Ages”
*“How Do I Wrap Up My Heart For Christmas”
**“Forever and Ever, Amen”
*“Winter Wonderland”
*“Pretty Paper”
“Silent Night”
*“The Christmas Guest”
“The Christmas Song”
“Sopapilla”
“Christmas Time’s a Comin’”
**“Three Wooden Crosses”
* denotes the song is a live version of his interpretation from An Old Time Christmas
** denotes Randy Travis song
HorrorPops, Tiger Army and more concerts
HorrorPops (10/31 @ House of Blues in Anaheim; 11/1 @ The Avalon)
This Danish rock trio are the absolute perfect soundtrack for Halloween, and this year they will stake their claim on the holiday. Led by the sultry, raven haired Patricia Day and guitarist Nekroman, this band’s “All Hallows Eve” performance will be chock full of spooky surprises. www.myspace.com/thehorrorpops
Tiger Army (10/23, 10/24, 10/25, 10/26, 10/31 @ The Grove in Anaheim)
Orange County’s most beloved band will kick off their 5 night, OCtoberflame residency at The Grove in Anaheim on 10/23, which will culminate with a haunting performance on Halloween. Get ready for a bat-tastic evening. Tiger Army Never Die!!! www.myspace.com/tigerarmy
OTHER UPCOMING LOS ANGELES/OC SHOWS:
9/30 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/1 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/2 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/3 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/4 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/5 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/12 – I Am Ghost – Glass House (CD Release Show)
10/17 – Street Dogs/Time Again – House of Blues (Anaheim)
10/18 – Street Dogs/Time Again – House of Blues (Sunset)
10/22 – The Matches – Glass House
10/23 – Escape The Fate – The Wiltern
10/23 – The Matches – Troubadour
10/30 – Sing It Loud – House of Blues (Sunset)
11/1 – Sing It Loud – House of Blues (Anaheim)
11/7 – Bouncing Souls – House of Blues (Anaheim)
11/13 – The Higher – Troubadour
11/14 – The Higher – Chain Reaction
11/22 – Bring Me The Horizon – Troubadour
12/11 – I Set My Friends On Fire – Chain Reaction
This Danish rock trio are the absolute perfect soundtrack for Halloween, and this year they will stake their claim on the holiday. Led by the sultry, raven haired Patricia Day and guitarist Nekroman, this band’s “All Hallows Eve” performance will be chock full of spooky surprises. www.myspace.com/thehorrorpops
Tiger Army (10/23, 10/24, 10/25, 10/26, 10/31 @ The Grove in Anaheim)
Orange County’s most beloved band will kick off their 5 night, OCtoberflame residency at The Grove in Anaheim on 10/23, which will culminate with a haunting performance on Halloween. Get ready for a bat-tastic evening. Tiger Army Never Die!!! www.myspace.com/tigerarmy
OTHER UPCOMING LOS ANGELES/OC SHOWS:
9/30 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/1 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/2 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/3 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/4 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/5 – Rancid – Henry Fonda Theater
10/12 – I Am Ghost – Glass House (CD Release Show)
10/17 – Street Dogs/Time Again – House of Blues (Anaheim)
10/18 – Street Dogs/Time Again – House of Blues (Sunset)
10/22 – The Matches – Glass House
10/23 – Escape The Fate – The Wiltern
10/23 – The Matches – Troubadour
10/30 – Sing It Loud – House of Blues (Sunset)
11/1 – Sing It Loud – House of Blues (Anaheim)
11/7 – Bouncing Souls – House of Blues (Anaheim)
11/13 – The Higher – Troubadour
11/14 – The Higher – Chain Reaction
11/22 – Bring Me The Horizon – Troubadour
12/11 – I Set My Friends On Fire – Chain Reaction
Afro Funke Thursdays at Zanzibar
Afro Funke' Thursdays
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ / 9pm - 2am / $7
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.rockydawuni.com/afrofunke.html
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THIS WEEK! September 25, 2008
guest deejay:
MAGA BO(Soot Records / Rio de Jan eiro)
Maga Bo is a DJ/producer working with an international collision of styles, sounds, location recordings from all continents and beats that have yet to be classified. A study in the digital contortions of hip hop, ragga, break beat and jungle drum n bass, his sound is a divine (s) mashup of batucada, rai, capoeira, bhangra, and skewed electronic beats in a borderless conundrum of gritty street sounds, found and modified rhythms and melodies from Brazil, Morocco, Senegal, India and beyond. DJing and producing tracks with a portable laptop studio, he has worked and performed in Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America.
www.myspace.com/magabo
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UPCOMING:
October 2, 2008
guest deejay:
RHETTMATIC(Beat Junkies)
www.myspace.com/rhettmatic
+JOHN BROWN'S BODY
"Amplify"
LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm JBB will be in the house! Plus lots of giveaways!
www.easystar.com
$10
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For more information please contact:
Cary Sullivan
afrofunke@yahoo.com
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ / 9pm - 2am / $7
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.rockydawuni.com/afrofunke.html
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THIS WEEK! September 25, 2008
guest deejay:
MAGA BO(Soot Records / Rio de Jan eiro)
Maga Bo is a DJ/producer working with an international collision of styles, sounds, location recordings from all continents and beats that have yet to be classified. A study in the digital contortions of hip hop, ragga, break beat and jungle drum n bass, his sound is a divine (s) mashup of batucada, rai, capoeira, bhangra, and skewed electronic beats in a borderless conundrum of gritty street sounds, found and modified rhythms and melodies from Brazil, Morocco, Senegal, India and beyond. DJing and producing tracks with a portable laptop studio, he has worked and performed in Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America.
www.myspace.com/magabo
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UPCOMING:
October 2, 2008
guest deejay:
RHETTMATIC(Beat Junkies)
www.myspace.com/rhettmatic
+JOHN BROWN'S BODY
"Amplify"
LISTENING PARTY
9-10pm JBB will be in the house! Plus lots of giveaways!
www.easystar.com
$10
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For more information please contact:
Cary Sullivan
afrofunke@yahoo.com
Abbot Kinney Festival Sunday in Venice
One of Southern California’s most popular community festivals—the annual Abbot Kinney Festival to be held in Venice on Sunday, Sept. 28, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM—is eco-chic with its new “Connected” Green Lifestyle Area showcasing art, music, community groups, and businesses that inspire healthy living. Included in the wide range of environmentally friendly fun will be a gourmet green food court curated by Chef CJ of Bravo TV’s “Top Chef,” sustainable art workshops, a bike valet station sponsored by Whole Foods Market, and test drives of alternative-fuel vehicles by Drive Clean California.
“The ‘Connected’ Green Lifestyle Area is an exciting new addition to the festival this year,” says Elisa James, President of the Abbot Kinney District Association, which founded the festival in 1984. “Unlike other green initiatives, the intent of Pink Cloud’s ‘Connected’ is to shift the focus from products to people and showcase ‘green’ not as a trend, but as a firmly grounded movement supported by people who demonstrate their care for the environment and the community.”
The free festival, which stretches along Abbot Kinney Blvd. from Venice Blvd. to Main St. in Venice, includes three live music stages — one produced by acclaimed The Hotel Café, which launched its own record label this year and will debut its “Live from The Hotel Café” on iTunes next month; Clif Bar’s punk bike polo demonstration; 350 arts & crafts booths; three food courts; and a beer garden featuring Anheuser-Busch’s Michelob Amber Bock and Shock Top.
The Youth & Family Courtyard presented by Inside Out Community Arts includes amusement attractions, cultural performances, and art activities for kids and parents. Special guest Camryn Manheim of CBS-TV’s “Ghost Whisperer” has created her own line of t-shirts with slogans like “Venice Girls … 10 Degrees Cooler” for sale at the festival with net proceeds benefiting the Venice Family Clinic.
Parking shuttles will be available from public lots west of Abbot Kinney Blvd., in Playa Vista, and in other locations. For more information about the festival, visit www.abbotkinney.org
The annual Abbot Kinney Festival has grown in size and popularity to become the second largest community event of its kind in Southern California, attracting nearly 150,000 people from throughout the region.The festival is produced by the Abbot Kinney District Association, a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1984 to promote the community and its resources. Proceeds from the event will benefit local youth organizations and community beautification projects.The 2008 Abbot Kinney Festival is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch; Clif Bar; Shell Vacations Club; Whole Foods Market; Honest Tea; Dr. Lynn Kerew, D.C., M.P.H., Family Chiropractic, www.lynnkerew.com ; and www.DriveClean.CA.gov with media support by The Sound 100.3.
The Youth & Family Court is sponsored by Kaiser Permanente; Reeds, Inc.; George Chung Realtors; Rotary Club of Los Angeles; and Literati Water. The Connected Green Lifestyle Area is supported by Heineken, Hitch Couture, Visionary Media House, Jointlab.net, Astrid Design Studio, The Reuse People, Go Green Moving, Green Ambassadors, Million Trees LA, Action Sports Environmental Coalition, Bossa Wines, BioSmart Packaging, 360 Vodka, G2 Gallery, Gjelina, Equator Books, Vert, Bazar, Eden's Green Closet, Renovo, The Inconvenient Bag, Skatebook, Opportunity Green, and mulTEEpurpose® with media promotion provided by Yourdailythread.com, ecopop.com, GOOD Magazine, Greenopia, Ecorazzi.com, Greengrownandsexy.com, Eco LA, EcoBella, and EcoStiletto.
Organized by the Abbot Kinney District Association, this year’s festival is produced by co-chairs Kim Sharp and Elisa James in partnership with Pink Cloud Events, Inside Out Community Arts, The Hotel Café, and the Air Conditioned Supper Club-Venice. Marketing and sponsorship services are provided by Melissa Richardson Banks of CauseConnect, A Little Birdy Told Me, and New Leaf Creative Strategies.
Participants & Events
BROOKS STAGE produced by The Hotel Café:
12:00 PM – WAZ
12:40 PM – Buddy
1:20 PM – Laura Jansen
2:00 PM – Holly Conlan
2:40 PM – Steve Reynolds
3:20 PM – Brian Wrigh
t4:00 PM – Jesca Hoop
4:40 PM – Greg Laswell
5:20 PM – Chris Pierce
Youth & Family Stage produced by Inside Out Community Arts:
9:00 AM – Drum Circle at California St. and Abbot Kinney Blvd.
10:00 AM – Family Parade
10:15 AM – Drumming on Stage
10:40 AM – Mama Maria
11:00 AM – Yeh Dede
11:40 AM – Ina Buckner-Barnette, the Sunshine Storyteller
12:10 PM – Aradhana Silvermoon
12:40 PM – Maesyn
1:10 PM – Everybody Dance
1:40 PM – Kids on Stage
2:20 PM – Inside Out Community Arts
2:40 PM – Stephen Longfellow Fiske
3:30 PM – Super Broke Brass and Tin and Strings
4:30 PM – Preeta & The Peace Makers
5:15 PM – The Luminaries
Andalusia Stage:
10:00 AM – Kathy Leonardo
10:30 AM – Terese Carlton
11:00 AM – Dicki Fliszar
11:30 AM – d henry fenton
12:15 PM – Holly Long
1:00 PM – Kim Michalowsk
i1:45 PM – Eric Schwartz
2:30 PM – Kathrin Shorr
3:30 PM – Molly Venter
4:30 PM – Paul Chesne
5:30 PM – Matt Ellis
PALMS STAGE produced by Air Conditioned Supper Club–Venice:
10:00 AM – Too Pretty for Porn
10:45 AM – A Warrior Nation
11:30 AM – TBD
12:15 PM – With a Bible and a Gun
1:00 PM – Hi Stereo
1:45 PM – Stephanie Quayle
2:30 PM – War Tapes
3:25 PM – Miss Willie Brown
4:20 PM – TBD
5:15 PM – Honey Honey
“Connected” Green Lifestyle Area
Curated by Pink Cloud Events, this engaging festival area will be located on Milwood Ave. between newly opened G2 Gallery dedicated to environmental art and Gjelina, an upscale restaurant opening this fall. It includes the following:
· Mini-Terrarium Workshop with Robert Quinn and the Green Ambassadors
Learn how to an eco-system works and take home a beautiful reminder of how fragile our environment can be. Artist Robert Quinn has educated the Green Ambassadors at the Environmental Charter High School on his process of building mini-terrariums, which they will share with 200 visitors at Connected. $15 donation requested. Only 200 terrariums will be available.
· Million Trees L.A. and Smart Gardening:
Los Angeles property owners can adopt a tree at the Million Trees L.A. station. One- and five-gallon trees are available for free, with a completed application. Others who are unable to adopt are still welcome to participate in the adoption process by tying a housewarming wish to thank the new owner of a happy tree for making a greener L.A.
· Gourmet Green Food Court:
An Abbot Kinney local and Bravo TV’s “Top Chef” finalist, Chris Jacobsen (aka CJ) has curated a gourmet green food court that features some of Los Angeles' best restaurants focused on fresh, local, organic, and sustainable menu items that will be sold at street fair prices. A true Californian at heart, CJ is a private chef who has worked for the likes of author and columnist Arianna Huffington and the Marciano Family of the Guess Corporation. An ex-volleyball player standing at 6'8" — it seems everyone looks up to him. CJ is motivated to live life to the fullest having overcome testicular cancer. He has a competitive spirit and the utmost confidence in his culinary skills.
· Artists Lounge:
This exclusive area features works from some of L.A.'s most talented artists who engage in dialogue about the environment. Access to the Artists Lounge is open to the public at the festival from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM followed by restricted access for the rest of the day to friends and family of our green artists and sponsors who are 21 years of age and older.
· Neighborhood Tours:
Fallen Fruit will take attendees on tours to highlight free fruit in public areas, and artist J. Michael Walker will be conducting a special tour of Abbot Kinney history in line with his project, All the Saints.
· Skateboarding:
The Action Sports Environmental Coalition and Skatebook are bringing professional skateboarders to do a community-based workshop and talk about the street’s influence on skateboarding.
“The ‘Connected’ Green Lifestyle Area is an exciting new addition to the festival this year,” says Elisa James, President of the Abbot Kinney District Association, which founded the festival in 1984. “Unlike other green initiatives, the intent of Pink Cloud’s ‘Connected’ is to shift the focus from products to people and showcase ‘green’ not as a trend, but as a firmly grounded movement supported by people who demonstrate their care for the environment and the community.”
The free festival, which stretches along Abbot Kinney Blvd. from Venice Blvd. to Main St. in Venice, includes three live music stages — one produced by acclaimed The Hotel Café, which launched its own record label this year and will debut its “Live from The Hotel Café” on iTunes next month; Clif Bar’s punk bike polo demonstration; 350 arts & crafts booths; three food courts; and a beer garden featuring Anheuser-Busch’s Michelob Amber Bock and Shock Top.
The Youth & Family Courtyard presented by Inside Out Community Arts includes amusement attractions, cultural performances, and art activities for kids and parents. Special guest Camryn Manheim of CBS-TV’s “Ghost Whisperer” has created her own line of t-shirts with slogans like “Venice Girls … 10 Degrees Cooler” for sale at the festival with net proceeds benefiting the Venice Family Clinic.
Parking shuttles will be available from public lots west of Abbot Kinney Blvd., in Playa Vista, and in other locations. For more information about the festival, visit www.abbotkinney.org
The annual Abbot Kinney Festival has grown in size and popularity to become the second largest community event of its kind in Southern California, attracting nearly 150,000 people from throughout the region.The festival is produced by the Abbot Kinney District Association, a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1984 to promote the community and its resources. Proceeds from the event will benefit local youth organizations and community beautification projects.The 2008 Abbot Kinney Festival is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch; Clif Bar; Shell Vacations Club; Whole Foods Market; Honest Tea; Dr. Lynn Kerew, D.C., M.P.H., Family Chiropractic, www.lynnkerew.com ; and www.DriveClean.CA.gov with media support by The Sound 100.3.
The Youth & Family Court is sponsored by Kaiser Permanente; Reeds, Inc.; George Chung Realtors; Rotary Club of Los Angeles; and Literati Water. The Connected Green Lifestyle Area is supported by Heineken, Hitch Couture, Visionary Media House, Jointlab.net, Astrid Design Studio, The Reuse People, Go Green Moving, Green Ambassadors, Million Trees LA, Action Sports Environmental Coalition, Bossa Wines, BioSmart Packaging, 360 Vodka, G2 Gallery, Gjelina, Equator Books, Vert, Bazar, Eden's Green Closet, Renovo, The Inconvenient Bag, Skatebook, Opportunity Green, and mulTEEpurpose® with media promotion provided by Yourdailythread.com, ecopop.com, GOOD Magazine, Greenopia, Ecorazzi.com, Greengrownandsexy.com, Eco LA, EcoBella, and EcoStiletto.
Organized by the Abbot Kinney District Association, this year’s festival is produced by co-chairs Kim Sharp and Elisa James in partnership with Pink Cloud Events, Inside Out Community Arts, The Hotel Café, and the Air Conditioned Supper Club-Venice. Marketing and sponsorship services are provided by Melissa Richardson Banks of CauseConnect, A Little Birdy Told Me, and New Leaf Creative Strategies.
Participants & Events
BROOKS STAGE produced by The Hotel Café:
12:00 PM – WAZ
12:40 PM – Buddy
1:20 PM – Laura Jansen
2:00 PM – Holly Conlan
2:40 PM – Steve Reynolds
3:20 PM – Brian Wrigh
t4:00 PM – Jesca Hoop
4:40 PM – Greg Laswell
5:20 PM – Chris Pierce
Youth & Family Stage produced by Inside Out Community Arts:
9:00 AM – Drum Circle at California St. and Abbot Kinney Blvd.
10:00 AM – Family Parade
10:15 AM – Drumming on Stage
10:40 AM – Mama Maria
11:00 AM – Yeh Dede
11:40 AM – Ina Buckner-Barnette, the Sunshine Storyteller
12:10 PM – Aradhana Silvermoon
12:40 PM – Maesyn
1:10 PM – Everybody Dance
1:40 PM – Kids on Stage
2:20 PM – Inside Out Community Arts
2:40 PM – Stephen Longfellow Fiske
3:30 PM – Super Broke Brass and Tin and Strings
4:30 PM – Preeta & The Peace Makers
5:15 PM – The Luminaries
Andalusia Stage:
10:00 AM – Kathy Leonardo
10:30 AM – Terese Carlton
11:00 AM – Dicki Fliszar
11:30 AM – d henry fenton
12:15 PM – Holly Long
1:00 PM – Kim Michalowsk
i1:45 PM – Eric Schwartz
2:30 PM – Kathrin Shorr
3:30 PM – Molly Venter
4:30 PM – Paul Chesne
5:30 PM – Matt Ellis
PALMS STAGE produced by Air Conditioned Supper Club–Venice:
10:00 AM – Too Pretty for Porn
10:45 AM – A Warrior Nation
11:30 AM – TBD
12:15 PM – With a Bible and a Gun
1:00 PM – Hi Stereo
1:45 PM – Stephanie Quayle
2:30 PM – War Tapes
3:25 PM – Miss Willie Brown
4:20 PM – TBD
5:15 PM – Honey Honey
“Connected” Green Lifestyle Area
Curated by Pink Cloud Events, this engaging festival area will be located on Milwood Ave. between newly opened G2 Gallery dedicated to environmental art and Gjelina, an upscale restaurant opening this fall. It includes the following:
· Mini-Terrarium Workshop with Robert Quinn and the Green Ambassadors
Learn how to an eco-system works and take home a beautiful reminder of how fragile our environment can be. Artist Robert Quinn has educated the Green Ambassadors at the Environmental Charter High School on his process of building mini-terrariums, which they will share with 200 visitors at Connected. $15 donation requested. Only 200 terrariums will be available.
· Million Trees L.A. and Smart Gardening:
Los Angeles property owners can adopt a tree at the Million Trees L.A. station. One- and five-gallon trees are available for free, with a completed application. Others who are unable to adopt are still welcome to participate in the adoption process by tying a housewarming wish to thank the new owner of a happy tree for making a greener L.A.
· Gourmet Green Food Court:
An Abbot Kinney local and Bravo TV’s “Top Chef” finalist, Chris Jacobsen (aka CJ) has curated a gourmet green food court that features some of Los Angeles' best restaurants focused on fresh, local, organic, and sustainable menu items that will be sold at street fair prices. A true Californian at heart, CJ is a private chef who has worked for the likes of author and columnist Arianna Huffington and the Marciano Family of the Guess Corporation. An ex-volleyball player standing at 6'8" — it seems everyone looks up to him. CJ is motivated to live life to the fullest having overcome testicular cancer. He has a competitive spirit and the utmost confidence in his culinary skills.
· Artists Lounge:
This exclusive area features works from some of L.A.'s most talented artists who engage in dialogue about the environment. Access to the Artists Lounge is open to the public at the festival from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM followed by restricted access for the rest of the day to friends and family of our green artists and sponsors who are 21 years of age and older.
· Neighborhood Tours:
Fallen Fruit will take attendees on tours to highlight free fruit in public areas, and artist J. Michael Walker will be conducting a special tour of Abbot Kinney history in line with his project, All the Saints.
· Skateboarding:
The Action Sports Environmental Coalition and Skatebook are bringing professional skateboarders to do a community-based workshop and talk about the street’s influence on skateboarding.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Jim Curry to perform in Spokane
Jim Curry's Tribute to the Music of John Denver
at the Bing Crosby Theater (Formerly the Met)
Spokane, Washington
Saturday, October 25, 2008
7:30pm
Tickets can be ordered through
www.ticketswest.com (fees will be added)
or at the Met Box Office
www.jimcurrymusic.com
at the Bing Crosby Theater (Formerly the Met)
Spokane, Washington
Saturday, October 25, 2008
7:30pm
Tickets can be ordered through
www.ticketswest.com (fees will be added)
or at the Met Box Office
www.jimcurrymusic.com
Join Estouric for Visionary Hollywood bus tour
Visionary Hollywood Tour Explores Mystical Historical Sites In the Middle of LA
"Erik Davis' mindblowing lectures are enlightening adventures to begin with but put him on a luxury bus headed for five of Hollywood's best mystical historic sites and things get positively rapturous." - Steve Nalepa
(Flavorpill's pick of the weekend)
WHAT: "Visionary Hollywood" bus tour of historic spiritual sites
WHEN: Saturday October 4, 11am-3:30pm, departs from Bodhi Tree Bookstore in West Hollywood
COST: $64/person, snacks included
MORE INFO: visit http://www.esotouric.com or call 323-223-2767
California is famous for its diversity, its eccentricity, and its prophetic influence on popular culture. Since the 19th century, the Golden State has also been one of America's most fertile climates for spiritual and religious movements. On October 4, Esotouric, the eclectic bus adventure company whose tours reveal L.A.'s secret history, returns with a second edition of VISIONARY HOLLYWOOD, the sold out tour which debuted in June, hosted by San Francisco-based writer Erik Davis and inspired by his acclaimed 2006 book "The Visionary State."
On this journey of exploration through the mystic realms of Los Angeles, passengers will join Erik on a guided tour of five extraordinary religious sites, meet followers of their respective faiths and explore the fascinating history of alternative religious practice in Southern California.The tour departs from Bodhi Tree Bookstore in West Hollywood and includes visits to five extraordinary destinations:
THE AETHERIUS SOCIETY, a center for cosmic consciousness and healing founded in 1955 by UFO contactee Dr. George King, where guests will hear actual recordings of an extraterrestrial voice conveying significant messages.
KROTONA APARTMENTS, a former Theosophical retreat founded in 1914, where guests will have a rare opportunity to visit the central courtyard and view the Rosicrucian window of this now-private residence.
SISTER AIMEE SEMPLE MCPHERSON'S PARSONAGE, the beautifully restored private home and museum to the life of the influential and charismatic founder of the Foursquare Church on the edge of Echo Park.
THE PHILOSOPHICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY, founded in 1934 as a non-denominational repository for the wisdom of the world, where guests will be guided by librarian, lecturer and author Maja D'Aoust through the Society's remarkable library.
THE VEDANTA SOCIETY OF SOUTHERNCALIFORNIA, founded in 1930 to bring sacred Hindu philosophy to the West, where guests will be given a presentation on the Society's history and programming, and browse in its fine gift shop.
Tour cost includes snacks and beverages served at The Aetherius Society and a seat on a luxury coach class bus equipped with monitors, air conditioning and restroom.
The post tour book signing at Bodhi Tree includes host Erik Davis, Maja D'Aoust (Philosophical Research Society librarian and author of "The Secret Source") and Louis Sahagun (author of "Master of the Mysteries," a new biography of PRS founder Manly P. Hall).
ABOUT THE HOST: Erik Davis is a San Francisco-based writer, culture critic, and independent scholar. He is the author of "TechGnosis: Myth, Magic, and Mysticism in the Age of Information," as well as a short critical volume on "Led Zeppelin IV." Davis contributes to scores of magazines, and his essays have been included in over a dozen books. He won a Maggie award for his "San Francisco Magazine" profile of the Internet entrepreneur and UFO contactee Joe Firmage, while "The New Yorker" has recognized his expertise in the works of the science fiction writer Philip K. Dick. He lectures frequently on topics ranging from electronic music to the evolution of consciousness.
For more information about Erik Davis, visit www.techgnosis.com
For more on The Visionary State, visit www.visionarystate.com
Upcoming Esotouric bus tour schedule:
Sat Oct 4 Bodhi Tree Visionary Hollywood with Erik Davis
Thurs Oct 9 - The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttles, free)
Sat Oct 11- Vroman's Bookstore - Raymond Chandler's LA
Sat Oct 18- Raymond Chandler's Bay City
Sat Oct 25 Halloween Horrors with Crimebo the Clown
Sat Nov 1- Noir November: The Real Black Dahlia
Sat Nov 8- Noir November: The Birth of Noir: James M. Cain's SoCal Nightmare
Thurs Nov 13 The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttle, free
Sat Nov 15- Noir November: Wild Wild West Side
Sat Nov 22- Noir November: Hotel Horrors & Main Street Vice
Sat Nov 29- Noir November: Blood & Dumplings
Sat Dec 6- Haunts of a Dirty Old Man: Charles Bukowski's LA
Thurs Dec 11- The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttle, free)
Sat Dec 13- Pasadena Confidential
For more info on Esotouric, visit http://www.esotouric.com
"Erik Davis' mindblowing lectures are enlightening adventures to begin with but put him on a luxury bus headed for five of Hollywood's best mystical historic sites and things get positively rapturous." - Steve Nalepa
(Flavorpill's pick of the weekend)
WHAT: "Visionary Hollywood" bus tour of historic spiritual sites
WHEN: Saturday October 4, 11am-3:30pm, departs from Bodhi Tree Bookstore in West Hollywood
COST: $64/person, snacks included
MORE INFO: visit http://www.esotouric.com or call 323-223-2767
California is famous for its diversity, its eccentricity, and its prophetic influence on popular culture. Since the 19th century, the Golden State has also been one of America's most fertile climates for spiritual and religious movements. On October 4, Esotouric, the eclectic bus adventure company whose tours reveal L.A.'s secret history, returns with a second edition of VISIONARY HOLLYWOOD, the sold out tour which debuted in June, hosted by San Francisco-based writer Erik Davis and inspired by his acclaimed 2006 book "The Visionary State."
On this journey of exploration through the mystic realms of Los Angeles, passengers will join Erik on a guided tour of five extraordinary religious sites, meet followers of their respective faiths and explore the fascinating history of alternative religious practice in Southern California.The tour departs from Bodhi Tree Bookstore in West Hollywood and includes visits to five extraordinary destinations:
THE AETHERIUS SOCIETY, a center for cosmic consciousness and healing founded in 1955 by UFO contactee Dr. George King, where guests will hear actual recordings of an extraterrestrial voice conveying significant messages.
KROTONA APARTMENTS, a former Theosophical retreat founded in 1914, where guests will have a rare opportunity to visit the central courtyard and view the Rosicrucian window of this now-private residence.
SISTER AIMEE SEMPLE MCPHERSON'S PARSONAGE, the beautifully restored private home and museum to the life of the influential and charismatic founder of the Foursquare Church on the edge of Echo Park.
THE PHILOSOPHICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY, founded in 1934 as a non-denominational repository for the wisdom of the world, where guests will be guided by librarian, lecturer and author Maja D'Aoust through the Society's remarkable library.
THE VEDANTA SOCIETY OF SOUTHERNCALIFORNIA, founded in 1930 to bring sacred Hindu philosophy to the West, where guests will be given a presentation on the Society's history and programming, and browse in its fine gift shop.
Tour cost includes snacks and beverages served at The Aetherius Society and a seat on a luxury coach class bus equipped with monitors, air conditioning and restroom.
The post tour book signing at Bodhi Tree includes host Erik Davis, Maja D'Aoust (Philosophical Research Society librarian and author of "The Secret Source") and Louis Sahagun (author of "Master of the Mysteries," a new biography of PRS founder Manly P. Hall).
ABOUT THE HOST: Erik Davis is a San Francisco-based writer, culture critic, and independent scholar. He is the author of "TechGnosis: Myth, Magic, and Mysticism in the Age of Information," as well as a short critical volume on "Led Zeppelin IV." Davis contributes to scores of magazines, and his essays have been included in over a dozen books. He won a Maggie award for his "San Francisco Magazine" profile of the Internet entrepreneur and UFO contactee Joe Firmage, while "The New Yorker" has recognized his expertise in the works of the science fiction writer Philip K. Dick. He lectures frequently on topics ranging from electronic music to the evolution of consciousness.
For more information about Erik Davis, visit www.techgnosis.com
For more on The Visionary State, visit www.visionarystate.com
Upcoming Esotouric bus tour schedule:
Sat Oct 4 Bodhi Tree Visionary Hollywood with Erik Davis
Thurs Oct 9 - The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttles, free)
Sat Oct 11- Vroman's Bookstore - Raymond Chandler's LA
Sat Oct 18- Raymond Chandler's Bay City
Sat Oct 25 Halloween Horrors with Crimebo the Clown
Sat Nov 1- Noir November: The Real Black Dahlia
Sat Nov 8- Noir November: The Birth of Noir: James M. Cain's SoCal Nightmare
Thurs Nov 13 The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttle, free
Sat Nov 15- Noir November: Wild Wild West Side
Sat Nov 22- Noir November: Hotel Horrors & Main Street Vice
Sat Nov 29- Noir November: Blood & Dumplings
Sat Dec 6- Haunts of a Dirty Old Man: Charles Bukowski's LA
Thurs Dec 11- The Hippodrome / Hazard's Pavilion (Downtown LA Art Walk Shuttle, free)
Sat Dec 13- Pasadena Confidential
For more info on Esotouric, visit http://www.esotouric.com
Barry Big B Brenner to perform on blues cruise
Barry Big B Brenner
:::::
Sailing Away For
:::::
The Panama Canal
SEPTEMBER 25th – OCTOBER 13th
On The Island Princess - - - -BARRY will be the resident on board guest music performer in a most unique 18 day, BLUES GUITAR HISTORY Lecture & Concert Series
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Returning to Firefly Bistro on Saturday, October 18th!
http://www.eatatfirefly.com
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For a Complete List of Big B’s Upcoming Shows,
Go to...
http://www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner
:::::
Sailing Away For
:::::
The Panama Canal
SEPTEMBER 25th – OCTOBER 13th
On The Island Princess - - - -BARRY will be the resident on board guest music performer in a most unique 18 day, BLUES GUITAR HISTORY Lecture & Concert Series
************************************************************************
Returning to Firefly Bistro on Saturday, October 18th!
http://www.eatatfirefly.com
************************************************************************
For a Complete List of Big B’s Upcoming Shows,
Go to...
http://www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announce induction nominees
The nominations for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum were announced today. The nine nominees are: Jeff Beck, Chic, Wanda Jackson, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Metallica, Run-D.M.C., the Stooges, War, and Bobby Womack. Ballots will be sent to more than 500 voters, who will select artists to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the 24th Annual Induction Ceremony on April 4 at historic Public Hall in Cleveland. For the first time, tickets to the ceremony will be made available to the public.
To be eligible for nomination into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, an act must have released its first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination. This year's nominees had to release their first single no later than 1983.
One of the most influential guitarists in rock and roll, Jeff Beck, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992, as a member of the Yardbirds. After his 18-month stint (1965-66) in that band, he formed the first edition of the Jeff Beck Group (1968-69, with Rod Stewart and Ron Wood). In the four decades since, Beck’s work has encompassed deep explorations into instrumental jazz fusion, blues, a tribute to Gene Vincent, and much more, always underpinned by his hard-rock roots.
Chic’s founding partnership of songwriter-producers Nile Rodgers (guitar) and Bernard Edwards (bass), abetted by future Power Station drummer Tony Thompson, rescued disco in 1977 with a combination of groove, soul and studio smarts. With their out-of-the-box chart smashes “Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah)” and “Le Freak,” Chic raised the bar and hooked a generation. Since then, artists such as Sugar Hill Gang and Diddy have turned to Chic for beats and samples. Rodgers and Edwards (before his death in 1996) followed their five years in Chic with careers as top-flight producers for an A-list of megastars.
When Elvis Presley sang “wear my ring around your neck” - it was Wanda Jackson’s neck. And she still has the ring. The “First Lady of Rock and Roll” started recording in 1954, and was 18 when she graduated high school and played her first package tour with Elvis in 1955. He convinced her that rock and roll was the way, and she grabbed onto the rhythm like a dynamo. Wanda had the respect of Gene Vincent, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and every musician who ever shared the stage with the “Queen Of Rockabilly.” A perennial star on tour in Europe and Japan, Wanda’s career revived back home in the ’90s, thanks to true believers like Elvis Costello.
After singing in high school doo-wop groups, Fort Greene, Brooklyn’s Jerome Anthony Gourdine joined a quartet called the Chesters, which included tenor Ernest Wright, Jr. and baritone Clarence Collins. The fivesome signed to George Goldner’s End Records in 1958 as the Imperials featuring Little Anthony. His boyish vocal (redolent of Frankie Lymon) clicked with “Tears On My Pillow” and “Shimmy, Shimmy, Ko-Ko-Bop,” boosted by one of the most energetic stage shows around. Other hits included “I'm on the Outside (Looking In),” “Goin' Out of My Head,” and “Hurt So Bad” that forever immortalized Little Anthony and the Imperials.
Rising from the Los Angeles metal underground in the early 1980s, Metallica quickly rose to become the most successful and acclaimed heavy metal band of their era - a position they’ve consistently held for over a quarter century. Founded by vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, the group discovered a potent formula by combining the thrash metal of Motorhead with the industrial sound of Killing Joke. By the late 1980s, mainstream tastes were shifting over to metal and Metallica found themselves with a string of hit singles and sold-out stadiums across the globe. This month the band released Death Magnetic, a metal tour de force in the same vein as their landmark 1980s work.
More than any other act, Run-D.M.C. took hip-hop from the streets of New York to the national stage. The group gets deserved credit for its combinations of rock and rap ¬from their early use of guitars on tracks such as "Rock Box" to their ground-breaking collaboration with Aerosmith on their 1986 cover of "Walk This Way." But even more important was how Run, D.M.C and the late Jam Master Jay set the template for modern hip-hop, from their everyday-teenager style to their blazing live shows to a catalogue of classic songs that few rappers have matched: "It's Tricky," "My Adidas," "Peter Piper," "It's Like That," "Sucker MC's" and many more.
The "Big Bang" that became punk, alternative, heavy metal, new wave, grunge, hardcore and industrial music, could very well have been the advent of Iggy and the Stooges in Ann Arbor in the late 1960's. Immediately embraced in New York, London and Los Angeles for the nuclear-powered simplicity of their music, the ironic nihilism of their lyrics, and the persona of Iggy himself, the Stooges have become icons in the history of modern music. And if there is a national anthem for the far side (the underside?) of our rock and roll universe, it is certainly "I Wanna Be Your Dog."
The six founding members of War - the late Papa Dee Allen and Charles Miller, survivors Harold Brown, B.B. Dickerson, Lonnie Jordan, and Howard Scott - were gigging around L.A. for nearly a decade before hooking up with Eric Burdon (ex-Animals) and Danish harmonica player Lee Oskar in 1969. Burdon and producer Jerry Goldstein named them War and they backed it up with a steamy Afro-Latin R&B groove that rocked their debut hit “Spill The Wine.” Less than two years later, Burdon dropped out and War went their own way in 1971. A long string of Top 10 pop/R&B crossover hits established War’s status through the ’70s, always with a social message grounded by their distinctively breezy Southern California vibe.
In a class with Sam Cooke and James Brown, his two older mentors, Bobby Womack’s career spans over 55 years, back to sibling group the Womack Brothers. Cooke signed and renamed them the Valentinos, whose first two Womack-penned R&B hits became signatures for the Rolling Stones (“It’s All Over Now,” their first #1 UK hit) and J. Geils Band (“Lookin’ For A Love”). Womack is a triple-threat: prolific solo artist, landmark session guitarist (Sam Cooke At the Copa, Aretha Now, Lady Soul, Elvis Presley’s “Suspicious Minds,” Sly’s There’s A Riot Goin’ On, the Rolling Stones’ “Harlem Shuffle,” and many more), and master songwriter (Aretha’s “Chain Of Fools,” Wilson Picket’s “I’m a Midnight Mover,” Janis Joplin’s “Trust Me,” and countless others.
Five of the nine nominees will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The inductees will be announced in January 2009.
The 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction program will include a weeklong series of events culminating with the Induction Ceremony on Saturday, April 4 at historic Public Hall in Cleveland. Advance ticket sales for the events will be made available to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum members and then to the public. For the latest information on inductee announcements, ticket packages, events, and other programs, fans can sign up for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame newsletter at www.rockhall.com/induction2009.
All inductees are ultimately represented in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is a nonprofit organization that exists to educate visitors, fans and scholars from around the world about the history and continuing significance of rock and roll music. It carries out this mission both through its operation of a world-class museum that collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets this art form and through its library and archives as well as its educational programs.
For more information, visit www.rockhall.com
To be eligible for nomination into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, an act must have released its first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination. This year's nominees had to release their first single no later than 1983.
One of the most influential guitarists in rock and roll, Jeff Beck, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992, as a member of the Yardbirds. After his 18-month stint (1965-66) in that band, he formed the first edition of the Jeff Beck Group (1968-69, with Rod Stewart and Ron Wood). In the four decades since, Beck’s work has encompassed deep explorations into instrumental jazz fusion, blues, a tribute to Gene Vincent, and much more, always underpinned by his hard-rock roots.
Chic’s founding partnership of songwriter-producers Nile Rodgers (guitar) and Bernard Edwards (bass), abetted by future Power Station drummer Tony Thompson, rescued disco in 1977 with a combination of groove, soul and studio smarts. With their out-of-the-box chart smashes “Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah)” and “Le Freak,” Chic raised the bar and hooked a generation. Since then, artists such as Sugar Hill Gang and Diddy have turned to Chic for beats and samples. Rodgers and Edwards (before his death in 1996) followed their five years in Chic with careers as top-flight producers for an A-list of megastars.
When Elvis Presley sang “wear my ring around your neck” - it was Wanda Jackson’s neck. And she still has the ring. The “First Lady of Rock and Roll” started recording in 1954, and was 18 when she graduated high school and played her first package tour with Elvis in 1955. He convinced her that rock and roll was the way, and she grabbed onto the rhythm like a dynamo. Wanda had the respect of Gene Vincent, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and every musician who ever shared the stage with the “Queen Of Rockabilly.” A perennial star on tour in Europe and Japan, Wanda’s career revived back home in the ’90s, thanks to true believers like Elvis Costello.
After singing in high school doo-wop groups, Fort Greene, Brooklyn’s Jerome Anthony Gourdine joined a quartet called the Chesters, which included tenor Ernest Wright, Jr. and baritone Clarence Collins. The fivesome signed to George Goldner’s End Records in 1958 as the Imperials featuring Little Anthony. His boyish vocal (redolent of Frankie Lymon) clicked with “Tears On My Pillow” and “Shimmy, Shimmy, Ko-Ko-Bop,” boosted by one of the most energetic stage shows around. Other hits included “I'm on the Outside (Looking In),” “Goin' Out of My Head,” and “Hurt So Bad” that forever immortalized Little Anthony and the Imperials.
Rising from the Los Angeles metal underground in the early 1980s, Metallica quickly rose to become the most successful and acclaimed heavy metal band of their era - a position they’ve consistently held for over a quarter century. Founded by vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, the group discovered a potent formula by combining the thrash metal of Motorhead with the industrial sound of Killing Joke. By the late 1980s, mainstream tastes were shifting over to metal and Metallica found themselves with a string of hit singles and sold-out stadiums across the globe. This month the band released Death Magnetic, a metal tour de force in the same vein as their landmark 1980s work.
More than any other act, Run-D.M.C. took hip-hop from the streets of New York to the national stage. The group gets deserved credit for its combinations of rock and rap ¬from their early use of guitars on tracks such as "Rock Box" to their ground-breaking collaboration with Aerosmith on their 1986 cover of "Walk This Way." But even more important was how Run, D.M.C and the late Jam Master Jay set the template for modern hip-hop, from their everyday-teenager style to their blazing live shows to a catalogue of classic songs that few rappers have matched: "It's Tricky," "My Adidas," "Peter Piper," "It's Like That," "Sucker MC's" and many more.
The "Big Bang" that became punk, alternative, heavy metal, new wave, grunge, hardcore and industrial music, could very well have been the advent of Iggy and the Stooges in Ann Arbor in the late 1960's. Immediately embraced in New York, London and Los Angeles for the nuclear-powered simplicity of their music, the ironic nihilism of their lyrics, and the persona of Iggy himself, the Stooges have become icons in the history of modern music. And if there is a national anthem for the far side (the underside?) of our rock and roll universe, it is certainly "I Wanna Be Your Dog."
The six founding members of War - the late Papa Dee Allen and Charles Miller, survivors Harold Brown, B.B. Dickerson, Lonnie Jordan, and Howard Scott - were gigging around L.A. for nearly a decade before hooking up with Eric Burdon (ex-Animals) and Danish harmonica player Lee Oskar in 1969. Burdon and producer Jerry Goldstein named them War and they backed it up with a steamy Afro-Latin R&B groove that rocked their debut hit “Spill The Wine.” Less than two years later, Burdon dropped out and War went their own way in 1971. A long string of Top 10 pop/R&B crossover hits established War’s status through the ’70s, always with a social message grounded by their distinctively breezy Southern California vibe.
In a class with Sam Cooke and James Brown, his two older mentors, Bobby Womack’s career spans over 55 years, back to sibling group the Womack Brothers. Cooke signed and renamed them the Valentinos, whose first two Womack-penned R&B hits became signatures for the Rolling Stones (“It’s All Over Now,” their first #1 UK hit) and J. Geils Band (“Lookin’ For A Love”). Womack is a triple-threat: prolific solo artist, landmark session guitarist (Sam Cooke At the Copa, Aretha Now, Lady Soul, Elvis Presley’s “Suspicious Minds,” Sly’s There’s A Riot Goin’ On, the Rolling Stones’ “Harlem Shuffle,” and many more), and master songwriter (Aretha’s “Chain Of Fools,” Wilson Picket’s “I’m a Midnight Mover,” Janis Joplin’s “Trust Me,” and countless others.
Five of the nine nominees will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The inductees will be announced in January 2009.
The 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction program will include a weeklong series of events culminating with the Induction Ceremony on Saturday, April 4 at historic Public Hall in Cleveland. Advance ticket sales for the events will be made available to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum members and then to the public. For the latest information on inductee announcements, ticket packages, events, and other programs, fans can sign up for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame newsletter at www.rockhall.com/induction2009.
All inductees are ultimately represented in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is a nonprofit organization that exists to educate visitors, fans and scholars from around the world about the history and continuing significance of rock and roll music. It carries out this mission both through its operation of a world-class museum that collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets this art form and through its library and archives as well as its educational programs.
For more information, visit www.rockhall.com
Bella Morte to tour in support of new effort
Metropolis recording artists BELLA MORTE has announced a handful of dates on the East Coast, celebrating the release of its upcoming album Beautiful Death (release date: October 7, 2008).
"This record takes all the different styles we’ve created in the past and glues them together into one cohesive sound," explains vocalist Andy Deane. "There are elements of what we’ve done before on this record, but we’re more concerned with moving forward than looking back. Bella Morte fans, old and new are gonna love this one."
Their confirmed live dates are (more dates to be announced shortly):
Oct. 4 Charlottesville, VA Outback Lodge
Oct. 8 New York, NY Knitting Factory
Oct. 9 Washington DC Club Liv
Oct. 10 Allentown, PA The Sterling Hotel
Oct. 11 Baltimore, MD Talking Head
Reknowned for both its richly layered, dark alternative music and its adrenaline-drenched, dynamic live shows, Bella Morte has built a very loyal and devoted underground following. With Beautiful Death, the band's growth over the last twelve years makes itself more apparent in the album's cohesiveness and strength in songwriting.
"We consider it the definitive Bella Morte album," Andy says. "It’s less schizophrenic than our other releases. We’ve created something completely new here by combining elements of what we’ve done in the past."
From the thundering rhythm section of the opening track and first single/video "Find Forever Gone" to the epic, soaring chorus of "Fades Like a Song" to the chugging guitarwork in "Burn the Sky" to the beautiful piano elegy of the closing track "Nine Hours", Beautiful Death continues Bella Morte's much adored and revered legacy, of which bands like AFI and My Chemical Romance has popularized as of late. Beautiful Death retains the band's signature sound while expanding its breadth.
"I’ve really opened myself up on this album, pushed myself harder than ever before," he replies about the freshness of the new tracks. "I listened to so many different genres of music, everything from Metal to Goth, Hip Hop to Indie, so I’ve gathered a diverse collection of influences along the way. And I’ve matured as a vocalist and a lyricist quite a lot over the years."
With its strongest record to date just about to be released, the band has big hopes of breaking into the mainsteam with their album and their soon-to-be-announced tour.
"Honestly, fans should expect the best damned show on the planet," concludes Andy, not only confidently but also accurately.
Beautiful Death will be released on Metropolis Records on October 7, 2008.
"This record takes all the different styles we’ve created in the past and glues them together into one cohesive sound," explains vocalist Andy Deane. "There are elements of what we’ve done before on this record, but we’re more concerned with moving forward than looking back. Bella Morte fans, old and new are gonna love this one."
Their confirmed live dates are (more dates to be announced shortly):
Oct. 4 Charlottesville, VA Outback Lodge
Oct. 8 New York, NY Knitting Factory
Oct. 9 Washington DC Club Liv
Oct. 10 Allentown, PA The Sterling Hotel
Oct. 11 Baltimore, MD Talking Head
Reknowned for both its richly layered, dark alternative music and its adrenaline-drenched, dynamic live shows, Bella Morte has built a very loyal and devoted underground following. With Beautiful Death, the band's growth over the last twelve years makes itself more apparent in the album's cohesiveness and strength in songwriting.
"We consider it the definitive Bella Morte album," Andy says. "It’s less schizophrenic than our other releases. We’ve created something completely new here by combining elements of what we’ve done in the past."
From the thundering rhythm section of the opening track and first single/video "Find Forever Gone" to the epic, soaring chorus of "Fades Like a Song" to the chugging guitarwork in "Burn the Sky" to the beautiful piano elegy of the closing track "Nine Hours", Beautiful Death continues Bella Morte's much adored and revered legacy, of which bands like AFI and My Chemical Romance has popularized as of late. Beautiful Death retains the band's signature sound while expanding its breadth.
"I’ve really opened myself up on this album, pushed myself harder than ever before," he replies about the freshness of the new tracks. "I listened to so many different genres of music, everything from Metal to Goth, Hip Hop to Indie, so I’ve gathered a diverse collection of influences along the way. And I’ve matured as a vocalist and a lyricist quite a lot over the years."
With its strongest record to date just about to be released, the band has big hopes of breaking into the mainsteam with their album and their soon-to-be-announced tour.
"Honestly, fans should expect the best damned show on the planet," concludes Andy, not only confidently but also accurately.
Beautiful Death will be released on Metropolis Records on October 7, 2008.
Carrie Underwood tour continues
Carrie Underwood’s highly successful album CARNIVAL RIDE was recently nominated as CMA Album of The Year, and her headline tour of the same name, the “Carnival Ride Tour,” has shared tremendous success as well since launching earlier this year. Over 700,000 fans have attended the tour so far, with 51 more shows planned this fall in the U.S. and Canada. By the end of the year, Underwood will have performed 137 live shows in 2008, in addition to her many Opry and TV performances. The fall leg of the tour, sponsored by vitaminwater®, will begin tomorrow in Cleveland, Ohio and will feature special guest Little Big Town.
Underwood has received strong critical acclaim for her live performances on the “Carnival Ride Tour.” The Kansas City Star claimed her performance “requires some Herculean vocals, and she absolutely smoked it.” The Pittsburgh Post Gazette said, “Underwood brought pure star power and those golden pipes” to their arena earlier this summer, and the Grand Rapids Press stated “Underwood is truly remarkable, quite possible the most gifted vocalist working in popular music. Beyond her immense vocal talent, the singer–songwriter exhibits a poise and confidence that belies her young age.”
Underwood was recently nominated for two 2008 CMA awards, Female Vocalist of The Year, a title she currently holds for 2006 & 2007, and Album of The Year for CARNIVAL RIDE. In May, she was inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry and named Top Female Vocalist at the 2008 Academy of Country Music Awards for the second consecutive time. Her current album CARNIVAL RIDE, which contains the current smash “Just A Dream” as well as the #1 co-written smash hits “So Small,” “All-American Girl” and “Last Name.” Since her debut in 2005, Underwood’s two albums have sold nearly 10 million copies and she is the all-time U.S. top-selling American Idol contestant.
Please go to www.carrieunderwood.fm for a listing of all tour cities/dates, special fan club pre-sales, and more information.
9/23 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center @ Cleveland State University
9/24 Highland Heights, KY Bank of Kentucky Center
9/25 Milwaukee, WI Bradley Center
9/27 Grand Forks, ND Ralph Engelstad Arena
9/28 Sioux City, IA Tyson Events Center
9/30 Topeka, KS Landon Arena
10/2 Champaign, IL Assembly Hall @ University of Illinois
10/3 Hoffman Estates, IL Sears Centre
10/4 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena
10/ 6 London, Ontario CANADA John Labatt Centre
10/7 Toronto, Ontario CANADA Air Canada Centre
10/10 St. John, NB CANADA Harbour Station
10/11 Moncton, NB CANADA Moncton Coliseum
10/12 Halifax, NS CANADA Halifax Metro Centre
10/14 Portland, ME Cumberland County Civic Centre
10/15 Boston, MA Agganis Arena
10/16 Kingston, RI Ryan Center
10/18 Syracuse, NY OnCenter at War Memorial
10/19 Philadelphia, PA Liacouras Center
10/21 Binghamton, NY Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena
10/23 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum
10/24 Winston-Salem, NC LJVM Coliseum
10/26 Southaven, MS DeSoto Civic Center
10/27 Jonesboro, AR ASU Convocation Center
10/29 Tulsa, OK BOK Center
10/30 Grand Prairie, TX Nokia Theatre
10/31Austin, TX Frank Erwin Center
11/1 Houston, TX Reliant Arena
11/3 Las Cruces, NM Pan American Center
11/5 Los Angeles, CA Nokia Theater
11/7 Glendale, AZ Jobing.com Arena
11/8 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena
11/9 Ontario, CA Citizens Bank Arena
11/14 Bakersfield, CA Rabobank Arena
11/15 Oakland, CA Oracle Arena
11/17 Portland, OR Rose Garden
11/19 Salt Lake City, UT E Center
11/21 Missoula, MT Adams Center
11/22 Billings, MT Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark
11/24 Lethbridge, AB CANADA Enmax Centre
11/25 Edmonton, AB CANADA Rexall Place
12/1 Regina, SK CANADA Brandt Centre
12/2 Winnipeg, CANADA MTS Centre
12/4 Madison, WI Alliant Energy Center Memorial Coliseum
12/5 St. Louis, MO Chaifetz Arena
12/7 Nashville, TN Sommet Center
12/8 Chattanooga, TN UTC McKenzie Arena
12/9 Tupelo, MS BankcorpSouth Arena
12/12 Tampa, FL St. Pete Times Forum
12/13 Orlando, FL UCF Arena
12/14 Gainesville, FL Stephen O’Connell Center
Underwood has received strong critical acclaim for her live performances on the “Carnival Ride Tour.” The Kansas City Star claimed her performance “requires some Herculean vocals, and she absolutely smoked it.” The Pittsburgh Post Gazette said, “Underwood brought pure star power and those golden pipes” to their arena earlier this summer, and the Grand Rapids Press stated “Underwood is truly remarkable, quite possible the most gifted vocalist working in popular music. Beyond her immense vocal talent, the singer–songwriter exhibits a poise and confidence that belies her young age.”
Underwood was recently nominated for two 2008 CMA awards, Female Vocalist of The Year, a title she currently holds for 2006 & 2007, and Album of The Year for CARNIVAL RIDE. In May, she was inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry and named Top Female Vocalist at the 2008 Academy of Country Music Awards for the second consecutive time. Her current album CARNIVAL RIDE, which contains the current smash “Just A Dream” as well as the #1 co-written smash hits “So Small,” “All-American Girl” and “Last Name.” Since her debut in 2005, Underwood’s two albums have sold nearly 10 million copies and she is the all-time U.S. top-selling American Idol contestant.
Please go to www.carrieunderwood.fm for a listing of all tour cities/dates, special fan club pre-sales, and more information.
9/23 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center @ Cleveland State University
9/24 Highland Heights, KY Bank of Kentucky Center
9/25 Milwaukee, WI Bradley Center
9/27 Grand Forks, ND Ralph Engelstad Arena
9/28 Sioux City, IA Tyson Events Center
9/30 Topeka, KS Landon Arena
10/2 Champaign, IL Assembly Hall @ University of Illinois
10/3 Hoffman Estates, IL Sears Centre
10/4 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena
10/ 6 London, Ontario CANADA John Labatt Centre
10/7 Toronto, Ontario CANADA Air Canada Centre
10/10 St. John, NB CANADA Harbour Station
10/11 Moncton, NB CANADA Moncton Coliseum
10/12 Halifax, NS CANADA Halifax Metro Centre
10/14 Portland, ME Cumberland County Civic Centre
10/15 Boston, MA Agganis Arena
10/16 Kingston, RI Ryan Center
10/18 Syracuse, NY OnCenter at War Memorial
10/19 Philadelphia, PA Liacouras Center
10/21 Binghamton, NY Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena
10/23 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum
10/24 Winston-Salem, NC LJVM Coliseum
10/26 Southaven, MS DeSoto Civic Center
10/27 Jonesboro, AR ASU Convocation Center
10/29 Tulsa, OK BOK Center
10/30 Grand Prairie, TX Nokia Theatre
10/31Austin, TX Frank Erwin Center
11/1 Houston, TX Reliant Arena
11/3 Las Cruces, NM Pan American Center
11/5 Los Angeles, CA Nokia Theater
11/7 Glendale, AZ Jobing.com Arena
11/8 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena
11/9 Ontario, CA Citizens Bank Arena
11/14 Bakersfield, CA Rabobank Arena
11/15 Oakland, CA Oracle Arena
11/17 Portland, OR Rose Garden
11/19 Salt Lake City, UT E Center
11/21 Missoula, MT Adams Center
11/22 Billings, MT Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark
11/24 Lethbridge, AB CANADA Enmax Centre
11/25 Edmonton, AB CANADA Rexall Place
12/1 Regina, SK CANADA Brandt Centre
12/2 Winnipeg, CANADA MTS Centre
12/4 Madison, WI Alliant Energy Center Memorial Coliseum
12/5 St. Louis, MO Chaifetz Arena
12/7 Nashville, TN Sommet Center
12/8 Chattanooga, TN UTC McKenzie Arena
12/9 Tupelo, MS BankcorpSouth Arena
12/12 Tampa, FL St. Pete Times Forum
12/13 Orlando, FL UCF Arena
12/14 Gainesville, FL Stephen O’Connell Center
Support local music at Mr. T's Bowl
Fri Sept 26th @ Mr T' s
Come to Dada Presents:
Multiple Now Syndrome
Charmkin Rebellion
Whispering Pine
Hare's Breath Ensemble w/Joe Baiza, Matt Crane & Todd Homer
$5.00 cover
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Thur Oct 2nd
Fig. 8 Slo-Mo presents
Inazuma (from Japan)
Million Kids
Panic Movement
and others
No cover
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A beautiful old school dive in Northeast Los Angeles - BAR / LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Mr T's bowl
5621 1/2 FIGUEROA ST
Highland Park
323-256-7561
While hanging out with the bar regulars, watching and talking about sports... Have one of our lady bartenders serve you up with one of your favorite libations and make your daily problems just vaporise... Live music starts up at 9:00pm 6 nights a week... All shows 21 and over
For playing and getting booked read Mr T' s Bowl MySpace site for info
http://www.myspace.com/mrtsbowl
Mr T's Events Plan you private party events, check out this site for more info
http://www.mrtsevents.com
Come to Dada Presents:
Multiple Now Syndrome
Charmkin Rebellion
Whispering Pine
Hare's Breath Ensemble w/Joe Baiza, Matt Crane & Todd Homer
$5.00 cover
---------------------------------------------------------------
Thur Oct 2nd
Fig. 8 Slo-Mo presents
Inazuma (from Japan)
Million Kids
Panic Movement
and others
No cover
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A beautiful old school dive in Northeast Los Angeles - BAR / LIVE MUSIC CLUB
Mr T's bowl
5621 1/2 FIGUEROA ST
Highland Park
323-256-7561
While hanging out with the bar regulars, watching and talking about sports... Have one of our lady bartenders serve you up with one of your favorite libations and make your daily problems just vaporise... Live music starts up at 9:00pm 6 nights a week... All shows 21 and over
For playing and getting booked read Mr T' s Bowl MySpace site for info
http://www.myspace.com/mrtsbowl
Mr T's Events Plan you private party events, check out this site for more info
http://www.mrtsevents.com
Bach's Lunch recital Oct. 3
Event "Bach's Lunch" Recital by the Vientos Trio
Ryan Zwahlen oboe
Jennifer Stevenson clarinet
Michael Kreiner bassoon
When Friday, October 3, 2008 - 12:15-12:45 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. Box lunches, with sandwiches made from special-order bakery bread and farmers-market-fresh produce, are available afterwards for $5 to enjoy at the Church with the artists or take back to the office.
For moreInformation http://www.palosverdes.com/tlcmusic/tlcmbbl.htm
Background
Members of the Vientos Trio are among the Southland's finest young professional wind players, who perform with leading orchestras and chamber ensembles. In the afternoon after the concert, Vientos Trio will perform outreach concerts in the local Manhattan Beach schools.
Ryan Zwahlen, a UCLA DMA candidate in Chamber Music and Oboe Performance, has performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic under thebatons of Zubin Mehta and Bramwell Tovey. Ryan earned his Bachelor's Degree at University of Illinois, Champagne-Urbana, and his Master's at Arizona State University.
Clarinetist Jennifer Stevenson recently earned her DMA under Yehuda Gilad at the USC Thornton School after completing her Bachelor's Degree at DePaul University and her Master's at Rice University.
Bassoonist Michael Kreiner earned his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University and his Master's from the Manhattan School of Music.
Ryan Zwahlen oboe
Jennifer Stevenson clarinet
Michael Kreiner bassoon
When Friday, October 3, 2008 - 12:15-12:45 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. Box lunches, with sandwiches made from special-order bakery bread and farmers-market-fresh produce, are available afterwards for $5 to enjoy at the Church with the artists or take back to the office.
For moreInformation http://www.palosverdes.com/tlcmusic/tlcmbbl.htm
Background
Members of the Vientos Trio are among the Southland's finest young professional wind players, who perform with leading orchestras and chamber ensembles. In the afternoon after the concert, Vientos Trio will perform outreach concerts in the local Manhattan Beach schools.
Ryan Zwahlen, a UCLA DMA candidate in Chamber Music and Oboe Performance, has performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic under thebatons of Zubin Mehta and Bramwell Tovey. Ryan earned his Bachelor's Degree at University of Illinois, Champagne-Urbana, and his Master's at Arizona State University.
Clarinetist Jennifer Stevenson recently earned her DMA under Yehuda Gilad at the USC Thornton School after completing her Bachelor's Degree at DePaul University and her Master's at Rice University.
Bassoonist Michael Kreiner earned his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University and his Master's from the Manhattan School of Music.
Carmen recital Nov. 7
Event Carmen Recital
Mezzo-soprano Geeta Novotny as Carmen
Tenor Christopher Campbell as Don José
Baritone Roberto Gomez as Escamillo, the Toreador
Pamela Vliek Martchev, flute
Victoria Kirsch, piano, music director, and narrator
When Friday, November 7, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Where Rolling Hills United Methodist Church
26438 Crenshaw Blvd. (at Palos Verdes Drive North)
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Admission Tickets $15 in advance / $20 at the door / $10students
Dessert reception with the artists follows
For more Information www.rhumc.org/music.asp
Background
Grand Prize Winner of the International Young Artist Peninsula Music Festival, fast-rising young Los Angeles Opera mezzo-soprano and actress Geeta Novotny and acclaimed tenor Christopher Campbell performed the leads in a concert version of Bizet's Carmen with the Roswell Symphony Orchestra (New Mexico), the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, and the Santa Maria Philharmonic. Geeta and Christopher will be joined by Los Angeles Opera baritone Roberto Gomez and Jacaranda, Mládí Chamber Orchestra, and Los Angeles Philharmonic flutist Pamela Vliek Martchev, who will perform the Seguidilla, the Act III interlude, and the Carmen Fantasy interspersed with dramatic settings of the Carmen arias. Los Angeles Opera collaborative pianist Victoria Kirsch will accompany the artists and provide the narrative.
Information about Geeta Novotny: www.GeetaNovotny.com
Mezzo-soprano Geeta Novotny as Carmen
Tenor Christopher Campbell as Don José
Baritone Roberto Gomez as Escamillo, the Toreador
Pamela Vliek Martchev, flute
Victoria Kirsch, piano, music director, and narrator
When Friday, November 7, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Where Rolling Hills United Methodist Church
26438 Crenshaw Blvd. (at Palos Verdes Drive North)
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Admission Tickets $15 in advance / $20 at the door / $10students
Dessert reception with the artists follows
For more Information www.rhumc.org/music.asp
Background
Grand Prize Winner of the International Young Artist Peninsula Music Festival, fast-rising young Los Angeles Opera mezzo-soprano and actress Geeta Novotny and acclaimed tenor Christopher Campbell performed the leads in a concert version of Bizet's Carmen with the Roswell Symphony Orchestra (New Mexico), the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, and the Santa Maria Philharmonic. Geeta and Christopher will be joined by Los Angeles Opera baritone Roberto Gomez and Jacaranda, Mládí Chamber Orchestra, and Los Angeles Philharmonic flutist Pamela Vliek Martchev, who will perform the Seguidilla, the Act III interlude, and the Carmen Fantasy interspersed with dramatic settings of the Carmen arias. Los Angeles Opera collaborative pianist Victoria Kirsch will accompany the artists and provide the narrative.
Information about Geeta Novotny: www.GeetaNovotny.com
Female artists donate to compilation disc, "Congo's Angels"
Grammy winner Irma Thomas, Americana singer Neko Case, and pop icon Susan Cowsill join forces with noted women singers, songwriters and poets to benefit rape victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Contributors include Eliza Gilkyson, Caroline Aiken, Karen Protti-Bailey, Claire Holley, Kim Carson, Theresa Davis, Mary LaSang, Ruby Rendrag, Gospel Gossip, Sonia Tetlow, Herman Put Down the Gun, Karen Garrabrant, Dede Vogt, Caroline Herring, Janet Bean, and Leilani Rivera Bond
Women singers, songwriters, and poets have joined forces and donated 20 tracks for a limited edition compilation CD to raise awareness about violence against women in the Democratic Republic of Congo. "Congo's Angels" is scheduled for release during Break the Silence Congo Week, October 19-25.
Congo Week is a global initiative led by students throughout the globe to raise awareness about the escalating violence against women and children in the Congo and provide support. Students and community organizers in at least 100 countries and 1,000 campuses are expected to organize an activity or event in solidarity with the people of the Congo.
On Monday, September 22, 2008 from 10 AM, a press conference will be held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC to launch the countdown to Congo Week.
All proceeds from the sale of "Congo's Angels" will go directly into a special account, designed to offer transparency in accounting. Friends of the Congo (www.friendsofthecongo.org ), a U.S. based tax-exempt non-profit, will manage this account. No monies, except minimal distribution costs, will be taken from sales.
Carrie Crawford, Chairperson of Friends of the Congo pledges, "All proceeds from Congo's Angels will raise awareness, fund independent media, and support women and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo."
CDBABY has waived their percentage of sales from Congo's Angels as a gesture of solidarity with Congo Week. The CD manufacturer, Oasis, has given a deep discount for the production of Congo's Angels. Atlanta based Earthshaking Records donated studio and production time for the mastering, and a group of emergency room doctors in Brainerd, Minnesota donated toward the environmentally friendly packaging.
Women singers, songwriters, and poets have joined forces and donated 20 tracks for a limited edition compilation CD to raise awareness about violence against women in the Democratic Republic of Congo. "Congo's Angels" is scheduled for release during Break the Silence Congo Week, October 19-25.
Congo Week is a global initiative led by students throughout the globe to raise awareness about the escalating violence against women and children in the Congo and provide support. Students and community organizers in at least 100 countries and 1,000 campuses are expected to organize an activity or event in solidarity with the people of the Congo.
On Monday, September 22, 2008 from 10 AM, a press conference will be held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC to launch the countdown to Congo Week.
All proceeds from the sale of "Congo's Angels" will go directly into a special account, designed to offer transparency in accounting. Friends of the Congo (www.friendsofthecongo.org ), a U.S. based tax-exempt non-profit, will manage this account. No monies, except minimal distribution costs, will be taken from sales.
Carrie Crawford, Chairperson of Friends of the Congo pledges, "All proceeds from Congo's Angels will raise awareness, fund independent media, and support women and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo."
CDBABY has waived their percentage of sales from Congo's Angels as a gesture of solidarity with Congo Week. The CD manufacturer, Oasis, has given a deep discount for the production of Congo's Angels. Atlanta based Earthshaking Records donated studio and production time for the mastering, and a group of emergency room doctors in Brainerd, Minnesota donated toward the environmentally friendly packaging.
Live Nation to present Nat & Alex Wolff
On Sale Saturday, September 27 at 10 AM:
NAT & ALEX WOLFF: Fully Clothed Tour
The Roxy Theatre
Sunday, December 14th
Doors: 4 PM
NAT & ALEX WOLFF: Fully Clothed Tour
The Roxy Theatre
Sunday, December 14th
Doors: 4 PM
October is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month, show off your pet in photo contest
The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) invites animal lovers to celebrate national “Adopt-a-Shelter Dog” Month this October by adopting a dog at their local animal shelter. While wonderful companion animals are available for adoption all year round, the ASPCA will place a special emphasis in October to urge potential pet parents to consider choosing from the millions of adoptable canines in shelters across the country.
“By celebrating October as ‘Adopt-A-Shelter Dog’ Month, we hope to give dogs the second chance they deserve at having a permanent, loving home,” said ASPCA President & CEO Ed Sayres. “The ASPCA is offering dog lovers across the country activities and events to celebrate their love of dogs during this special month.”
In addition, the ASPCA is sponsoring a photo contest and survey for dog lovers nationwide. An entertaining and popular dog survey will be mailed to ASPCA members and subscribers. The third annual “Adopt-a-Shelter Dog” Month photo contest opens on October 1, in which canine “parents” are invited to submit favorite photos of their pooches. The theme for this year’s photo contest is “Best-Dressed Dog” and our guest judge is Frances R. Sheridan, writer and photographer of Unleashed: The Dog Runs of New York City (Prestel, 2005).
Ten winners of the photo contest will receive an ASPCA Prize Pack filled with special goodies. For complete rules and photo submission instructions, please visit www.aspca.org/asdm.
Here are a few reasons to make pet adoption your first option:
• Many shelters across the country offer free services as part of the adoption package such as training materials, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery and even microchip implants;
• Most animal shelters are staffed with adoption counselors who are in trained making compatible “matches” between pets and people, based on lifestyle and preferences. The ASPCA’s nationally-accredited Meet Your Match™ Canine-ality™ and Puppy-ality™ adoption program evaluates a dog’s behavior and interests and matches them to an adopter’s preferences so that they take home a pet they can really click with;
• Most animal shelters screen incoming pets for major health and behavior issues;
• Dogs at animal shelters are available in a wide range of ages, so they may be house-trained and past the mouthing and teething that comes with puppies; and
• A large variety of pure and mixed breed dogs can be found in shelters, in all sizes, shapes and colors!
“Creating a good match between adopters and pets is the first and perhaps most important step to creating a long lasting bond,” said Dr. Emily Weiss, the ASPCA’s senior director of shelter behavior programs, and developer of ASPCA®’s Meet Your Match™. “Through Meet Your Match™, we help adopters find the perfect pooch – whether the dog is a laid-back ‘Couch Potato,’ or a happy-go-lucky ‘Goofball’– they know exactly what kind of dog they’re taking home. With so many dogs to choose from, we help adopters feel good about the dog they decide to give a forever home.”
Visit www.aspca.org/findashelter to find a shelter in your area and for more information on how to choose a great dog for your family, please visit www.aspca.org/adoptiontips or www.aspca.org/asdm.
About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was the first humane organization established in the Americas, and today has more than one million supporters throughout North America. A 501 [c] [3] not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in animal-assistance therapy, animal behavior, animal poison control, anti-cruelty, humane education, legislative services, and shelter outreach. The New York City headquarters houses a full-service, accredited animal hospital, adoption center, and mobile clinic outreach program. The Humane Law Enforcement department enforces New York’s animal cruelty laws and is featured on the reality television series “Animal Precinct” on Animal Planet. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org.
“By celebrating October as ‘Adopt-A-Shelter Dog’ Month, we hope to give dogs the second chance they deserve at having a permanent, loving home,” said ASPCA President & CEO Ed Sayres. “The ASPCA is offering dog lovers across the country activities and events to celebrate their love of dogs during this special month.”
In addition, the ASPCA is sponsoring a photo contest and survey for dog lovers nationwide. An entertaining and popular dog survey will be mailed to ASPCA members and subscribers. The third annual “Adopt-a-Shelter Dog” Month photo contest opens on October 1, in which canine “parents” are invited to submit favorite photos of their pooches. The theme for this year’s photo contest is “Best-Dressed Dog” and our guest judge is Frances R. Sheridan, writer and photographer of Unleashed: The Dog Runs of New York City (Prestel, 2005).
Ten winners of the photo contest will receive an ASPCA Prize Pack filled with special goodies. For complete rules and photo submission instructions, please visit www.aspca.org/asdm.
Here are a few reasons to make pet adoption your first option:
• Many shelters across the country offer free services as part of the adoption package such as training materials, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery and even microchip implants;
• Most animal shelters are staffed with adoption counselors who are in trained making compatible “matches” between pets and people, based on lifestyle and preferences. The ASPCA’s nationally-accredited Meet Your Match™ Canine-ality™ and Puppy-ality™ adoption program evaluates a dog’s behavior and interests and matches them to an adopter’s preferences so that they take home a pet they can really click with;
• Most animal shelters screen incoming pets for major health and behavior issues;
• Dogs at animal shelters are available in a wide range of ages, so they may be house-trained and past the mouthing and teething that comes with puppies; and
• A large variety of pure and mixed breed dogs can be found in shelters, in all sizes, shapes and colors!
“Creating a good match between adopters and pets is the first and perhaps most important step to creating a long lasting bond,” said Dr. Emily Weiss, the ASPCA’s senior director of shelter behavior programs, and developer of ASPCA®’s Meet Your Match™. “Through Meet Your Match™, we help adopters find the perfect pooch – whether the dog is a laid-back ‘Couch Potato,’ or a happy-go-lucky ‘Goofball’– they know exactly what kind of dog they’re taking home. With so many dogs to choose from, we help adopters feel good about the dog they decide to give a forever home.”
Visit www.aspca.org/findashelter to find a shelter in your area and for more information on how to choose a great dog for your family, please visit www.aspca.org/adoptiontips or www.aspca.org/asdm.
About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was the first humane organization established in the Americas, and today has more than one million supporters throughout North America. A 501 [c] [3] not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA provides local and national leadership in animal-assistance therapy, animal behavior, animal poison control, anti-cruelty, humane education, legislative services, and shelter outreach. The New York City headquarters houses a full-service, accredited animal hospital, adoption center, and mobile clinic outreach program. The Humane Law Enforcement department enforces New York’s animal cruelty laws and is featured on the reality television series “Animal Precinct” on Animal Planet. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org.
Obeatsity releases new effort
www.myspace.com/obeatsity
Obeatsity is the product of a distinct musical vision. While Jonre L. Son, the sole force behind Obeatsity, may be influenced by a whole range of different sounds, his music is something of a rarity – that is to say it sounds like little else out there.
His new album, Whale Callz, is music that you can move to but also music that moves in a much more fundamental way… and it does all this without the use of lyrics.
It is certainly head-nodding music, but it is too rich and diverse to fit into any of the electronica, techno or hip-hop pigeonholes that so many records do.
In a sense this is an album that owes as much to the wordless lyricism of jazz or classical as to the beat mastery of the hip hop pioneers who Jonre grew up listening to. Tracks such as Perseverance and Unfrozen are as textured and interesting in their instrumentation and production as some of the best of these supposedly ‘higher’ forms of music. But don’t let all that fool you, all the tunes on Whale Callz are driven along by some seriously heavy bass and compulsive beats.
As with so much beat-driven, vocal-free music, these tracks have a cinematic element, as all the best hip hop instrumentals do. The use of different sounds amid the fat beats shows that the influences on this music stretch back to the funk and soul of George Clinton, The Isley Brothers, and others. While it also draws from a myriad of other musical lineages, Obeatsity’s eclecticism is cohesive and organic.
From the dungeon funk of Sweatshop Lullaby 1848 to the straightjacket assault of Behind the Mask to the soulful bellow of Sruti, Whale Callz covers a vast musical terrain without deviating from its modus operandi of fluent melodies on top of commanding beats.
Obeatisty’s music brings something new to the mix. It delivers melodic sound-scapes steeped in that hip hop aesthetic that gets into your soul makes you want to ride off into the sunset.
As Jonre himself tells it, his music is “designed to provide a moment of vicarious relief from having to have it all figured out while at the same time making you bob your head. It is big, deep, and earthy, like a whale; yet also, like a whale, it moves smoothly.”
And like a whale, Obeatsity is a band that is going to be seriously BIG. Whether making music for himself or as a beat master for others, Jonre L. Son is an artist going places.
Whale Callz is available to buy now.
Obeatsity is the product of a distinct musical vision. While Jonre L. Son, the sole force behind Obeatsity, may be influenced by a whole range of different sounds, his music is something of a rarity – that is to say it sounds like little else out there.
His new album, Whale Callz, is music that you can move to but also music that moves in a much more fundamental way… and it does all this without the use of lyrics.
It is certainly head-nodding music, but it is too rich and diverse to fit into any of the electronica, techno or hip-hop pigeonholes that so many records do.
In a sense this is an album that owes as much to the wordless lyricism of jazz or classical as to the beat mastery of the hip hop pioneers who Jonre grew up listening to. Tracks such as Perseverance and Unfrozen are as textured and interesting in their instrumentation and production as some of the best of these supposedly ‘higher’ forms of music. But don’t let all that fool you, all the tunes on Whale Callz are driven along by some seriously heavy bass and compulsive beats.
As with so much beat-driven, vocal-free music, these tracks have a cinematic element, as all the best hip hop instrumentals do. The use of different sounds amid the fat beats shows that the influences on this music stretch back to the funk and soul of George Clinton, The Isley Brothers, and others. While it also draws from a myriad of other musical lineages, Obeatsity’s eclecticism is cohesive and organic.
From the dungeon funk of Sweatshop Lullaby 1848 to the straightjacket assault of Behind the Mask to the soulful bellow of Sruti, Whale Callz covers a vast musical terrain without deviating from its modus operandi of fluent melodies on top of commanding beats.
Obeatisty’s music brings something new to the mix. It delivers melodic sound-scapes steeped in that hip hop aesthetic that gets into your soul makes you want to ride off into the sunset.
As Jonre himself tells it, his music is “designed to provide a moment of vicarious relief from having to have it all figured out while at the same time making you bob your head. It is big, deep, and earthy, like a whale; yet also, like a whale, it moves smoothly.”
And like a whale, Obeatsity is a band that is going to be seriously BIG. Whether making music for himself or as a beat master for others, Jonre L. Son is an artist going places.
Whale Callz is available to buy now.