Catch 22 need you for a music video they will be filming on Saturday, October 4th in the afternoon in NJ. If you are interested in being an extra, please email kevin@njcatch22.com ASAP. Please send your name, age, phone number and email address and you will be contacted soon with all of the information.
You probably already know about Jack Black's new film School of Rock, and you may have even seen the video for the first single from the movie, also entitled "School of Rock". But just in case you have no clue what I am talking about, here is the video in Windows Media and Real Video.
The Barenaked Ladies will release their new album, Everything To Everyone through Reprise Records on October 21st. There will be limited and regular editions released of the album, with the "Limited Edition" featuring 3 bonus acoustic tracks, special artwork, and a DVD with video footage of the band performing 11 acoustic songs. The first single, "Another Postcard" can be heard online in Quicktime and Windows Media, and you can check out a list of show dates below.
In more Christmas compilation news, Immortal Records will be releasing A Santa Clause ’03 on November 11. This lineup is quite noteworthy; it includes Something Corporate, Matchbox Romance, The Beautiful Mistake, Mxpx, and the Mighty Mighty Bosstones. I’m waiting on some Hannukah compilations- I’ll let you know what I find. You know what to do for the tracklisting.
British Sea Power’s debut album, The Decline of British Sea Power, was released on September 9 and is worth checking out. If you are intrigued, head out to your local venue to see what all the fuss is about…
The long-awaited new album from The Walkmen has a name- Bows and Arrows – and will be in our hands in February 2004. According to the official website, the sweater-vest clad boys are off on another tour. More dates will probably be added, but for now….
Radiohead guitarist Johnny Greenwood, who I say is the real genius in the band, will be releasing his debut solo album on October 27th. The album, which is entitled Bodysong, is also the soundtrack to the forthcoming film of the same name. It's not completely a solo effort though, as the track "24 Hour Charleston" also features his brother and Radiohead bassist, Colin Greenwood. For more information on the movie go to Bodysong.com.
Despite getting royally screwed by the majors, Spymob are still hanging in there and have updated their Internet digs. While still shoveling through the industry dung heap in attempts to recover their major-label debut, Sitting Around Keeping Score, it's looking as if the album may see the light of day through their pals', The Neptunes, label, Star Trak. But, nothing's set in stone yet. At least, check out the new website and listen to the album samples.
Pearl Jam will release their long-awaited rarities and b-sides double album, Lost Dogs, on November 11th through Epic Records (even though they don't own them anymore). The double-disc set will include 31 tracks compiled from various archives, benefit albums, soundtracks and compilations Pearl Jam have contributed songs to over the years. Also, on the same day, the band will release their second live DVD from the July 8th, 2003 concert at Madison Square Garden, entitled Pearl Jam Live at the Garden. We got details on it all...
The Von Bondies have just signed to Site/Warners Bros to release their third full-length, Pawn Shoppe Heart, due sometime in 2004. The ‘Bondies are working with Jerry Harrison, former Talking Heads guitarist on this one. In the meantime, I recommend checking out their live album Raw and Rare as well as clicking “more” for the new tracklisting.
Interscope has delayed the upcoming best of Helmet album, Unsung: The Very Best of Helmet (1991-1997), until January 27th 2004.
It's "greatest hits" season it seems. In addition to R.E.M. and Pearl Jam, the Red Hot Chili Peppers are assembling three releases for November 18th. First up is the Greatest Hits album, which will include 13 classics and two new cuts, "Fortune Faded" and "History". A DVD of the same name will hit shelves with most of RHCP's videos since "Higher Ground". Lastly, another DVD filmed at their show at Slane Castle, titled Live at Slane, will be found lurking on the shelves this upcoming holiday season. Ah, marketing; see how that works?
All is right with the world, because Le Tigre is back on tour. Fellow Brooklyn dwellers Out Hud will be supporting on several dates. Furthermore, a new and improved website will be launched soon. You know what to do for the dates.
After just finishing up a run of West Coast dates on the Solid State Tour, the guys in Norma Jean are at it again. This time they’re taking over the East Coast, and finishing out the remainder of the Solid State Tour with the likes of Figure Four, Beloved, and Stretch Arm Strong. They will also be participating in this year’s CMJ Tooth & Nail / Solid State Showcase, October 22nd at Downtime. As well, the band squeezed a video shoot for the song “Memphis Will Be Laid to Waste” off their album Bless the Martyr, Kiss the Child.
In conjunction with the upcoming October 21st release of their new album, Astronomy, the band Bleach have made an ecard available, complete with upcoming tour dates, MP3s, and lots of other, normal, ecard-type stuff.
The Foo Fighters are set to release their fourth single from One By One, "Have It All". The release will be available in both CD and 7", with a cover of "Darling Nikki" by Prince. The CD will exclusively feature studio and live versions of the b-side "Disenchanted Lullaby".
Phantom Planet, or should we say Epic Records, is re-releasing their critically acclaimed, major-label debut, The Guest, on November 4th with new artwork. No word yet if it will include any extra tracks, but it's right in time to start up the hype machine for their new album, Forever. And, in case you missed it, be sure to check out their new single, "Big Brat".
The Tenacious D double DVD, entitled The Complete Masterworks, will be in stores on October 28th. The main DVD will be packed full of material, including a show recorded at the Brixton Academy in London on September 3rd, 2002, live short films, and the infamouse HBO episodes. The bonus DVD will include "an intimate portrait of Jack and Kyle and their life of carnal debauchery on the road", never before seen backstage footage, and the making of the "Tribute" and "Wonderboy" videos. Rock!
“The” bands and garage bands are no longer the latest trend…having your band break up is. Fairweather have also decided to call it quits. However, they will be finishing their tour with Give Up The Ghost. Click more to read the official statement.
Lo-Pro have placed a new media player online to give you a chance to hear tracks from their upcoming self-titled album before it is released tomomorrow, September 30th. You can also download the track, "Walk Away" in Windows Media, and see the band on the road with Staind this Fall.
