If you haven't yet obtained a copy of the new Vendetta Red album, Between The Never And The Now, you might want snag a copy of the vinyl. The release includes a bonus track not available on the CD release, "Lucid Languid". Better yet, the vinyl is pressed in limited edition, grey-marble. For further details, jump on over to The Control Group. And for those weary of the Internet, the vinyl will be making its way to stores in 2004.
Those lovable, bearded gents, Grandaddy, have made two Christmas cards for all their fans. Well, it's not that nice, because they want you to buy something. For about $4, you can pay to download the the re-worked version of "I'm On Standby" as well as the forthcoming Sumday single, "Stray Dog and the Chocolate Shake". But wait, that's not all. You'll also get the brand new track "The Town Where I Live In Now" and the exclusive video for "Fare Thee Not Well Mutineer". If paying cash money for intangible, digital files ain't your thing, at least the Christmast cards are free (here are cards one and two).
The track listing for the Guns 'N Roses tribute album, Bring You To Your Knees: A Tribute To Guns 'N Roses, has been released. The album, due March 9th, sports appearances from Dillinger Escape Plan, Vaux and Every Time I Die. Click more to see who's playing what.
The track listing for the continually delayed Helmet "best of" album, Unsung: The Very Best of Helmet (1991-1997), has been revealed. Make sure to pick up your copy on January 27th.
Atlantic Records must be feeling the holiday spirit this season, because they are giving away some goods. First off, the label is hosting Atlantic Rocks, a contest in which you can win $500 and a boatload of music. Second, if you are into Kid Rock (or more specifically shitty beer, cashing in on Southern culture, and gaining notoriety through re-recording classic rock covers), then enter this contest for a chance to win a trip to Vegas and more.
We have received word that Gratitude is gearing up to record their debut album on Velvet Hammer for release in Summer 2004. Why do you care? Because the band is made up of Jonah Matranga (Far, onelinedrawing) and Mark Weinberg (crumb). Enough talk, go to www.gratitudemusic.com , listen to the demo version of "Drive Away" and see what we have to look forward to in 2004.
Poison The Well have just wrapped up their headlining tour and are gearing up to hit the rest of the world. Their first stop will be the 2003 Kerrang! Fest on December 17th in London. After that, the boys head off to Japan to play the 2004 Japan Van’s Warped Tour. Once those 2 shows are over, it’s off to Australia and New Zealand.
Travis Morrison (you know, that guy from the Dismemberment Plan?) has posted another song on his website for download. Go snag "The Word Cop."
Dreamworks Recording artist Powerman 5000 reports that due to the recent Dreamworks Records buyout they are currently label-less (Spider One apparently assumed they will not get picked up by Interscope) and will be re-releasing Anyone for Doomsday on their own via their website in limited quantities with new packaging coupled with the "Doomsday" video. The disc should be available before Christmas. Check out the official post from SpiderOne regarding this news.
Just when you thought they were wrapping things up, Dredg have another handful of tour dates. Check the more for the times and places.
It has been reported by several outlets (except for the official website) that the The Mars Volta will be releasing a live EP on Decemeber 16th to a limited amount of indie stores. So don't bum rush Best Buy for this one, but you might wanna give your local Mom and Pop store a call.
Contrary to what was announced, Desaparecidos will not be on the Plea for Peace/ Take Action Tour. They have also had to put off the writing and recording of their upcoming album, which was orginally supposed to be released in the Spring of 2004. According to the Saddle Creek mailing list, this is all due to “scheduling conflicts” with members of the band. Speculation is that frontman Conor Oberst’s other project, Bright Eyes, is taking priority right now.
Just a note that MTV has selected (what they think) are the best videos of 2003. Alkaline Trio, Queens of the Stone Age, Kenna, and the Postal Service are among some of the lucky ones chosen. See here for more sections and to watch the stuff.
It looks like some releases from The Pixies are turning from rumors into reality. A DVD, to be released in Spring ‘04 will it include eight Pixies videos (including “Here Comes Your Man”, and “Debaser”), a documentary, interviews and footage from a 1988 concert in London, as well as interviews with musicians (Thom Yorke, David Bowie and Bono) about the influence of the Pixies. An accompanying best-of album will also may be released, to the release the out-of-print Death to the Pixies. Before you pass out, you should know that a reunion tour is still just speculation at this point.
It has been announced that Dan Wilson (singer / guitarist / songwriter for Semisonic) will be releasing a solo record on Rick Rubins American Recordings via Lost Highway.
Murfreesboro, TN based Vacant Cage Records have released a compilation featuring ex-Spongebath roster artists Fluid Ounces and Call Florence Pow. The disc also features music from Serotonin and Character (among others). Check out the labels website to pick up a copy.
My life now has meaning again; Pretty Girls Make Graves are voming back to the states for a tour, but for one week only, so check the more to see if you live in one of the lucky cities. In the meantimes, they are releasing "All Medicated Geniuses" from their Matador debut The New Romance. The single will include a cover of Bow Wow Wow's "C30,C60,C90 Go" and new song "Magical Lights." Yipee!
Polyvinyl will release the debut album from Volcano, I'm So Excited!! in February of 2003. Guitarist Craig Montoro recently played trumpet on Team Boo, the most recent release from labelmates Mates of State. Expect extensive touring to follow, and expect to see the tracklist on the more...
Next year, Alkaline Trio will be on tour with NOFX and a majority of the venues will be college campuses. This may very well be in conjunction with Rock Against Bush, but this is not yet confirmed.
Rilo Kiley are on tour again to promote their album The Execution of All Things. However, this time around it will be singer Jenny Williams (no one seems to remember that she was in the movie Troop Beverly Hills) and Blake Sennett doing acoustic sets. Check out their unplugged tour at...
