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 Ivan
Martynovich RIP |
SMN reports: Brooklyn, New York thrashers
DEVILS ISLAND announced earlier today the tragic passing of their guitarist
Ivan Martynovich, 21, who was killed in a car accident on Saturday evening.
A message from the band’s official MySpace reads as follows:
“It is hard and unreal to write this. One
of Devils Island’s founding members, Ivan Martynovich, died in a car crash
saturday night. He was 21. Over these years, Ivan managed to do more crazy
s*** than most guys will ever think about. He was crazy, but he harbored
wisdom, charm, the biggest heart and the biggest pair of balls Ukraine
has ever produced. He died doing what he loved - driving fast.[see full
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| Rush
Producer Speaks |
PR reports: Grammy-award winning Producer
Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Velvet Revolver, Stone Sour, Shadows Fall)
discusses the making of new Rush record and the lasting influence of Rush.
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| Kristin
Korb DVD |
PR reports: Combining the instrumental influence
of Ray Brown and Charles Mingus and the vocal styling of Sarah Vaughan
and Ella Fitzgerald, jazz bassist and vocalist Kristin Korb has created
a sound all her own. This concert was filmed in early 2005 at Vienna's
famous jazz club "Porgy & Bess," and features a truly magically performance
by Korb. The DVD also includes insightful artist interviews interwoven
with the live footage making it the complete package for Korb fans worldwide.
In stores 06/05/2007. - Click
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| Topanga
Days 2007 |
PR reports: Topanga Days 2007 is coming! Topanga
Days takes music festivals to another level entirely. Located in the rural
setting within the beautiful Santa Monica Mountains, just 6 miles north
of Pacific Coast Highway and 6 miles south of Ventura Blvd., Topanga Days
is a short journey and an easy escape from the concrete jungle that is
Los Angeles. Topanga Days transports attendees to another time and place
through music and community.
The 2007 festival promises to be better
than ever. In addition to the renowned annual Memorial Day Parade, the
entire weekend is full of performing artists on two stages, belly dancing,
handmade contemporary American crafts, great food and cold beer. Topanga
Days gives fans of music and outdoor festivities the chance to bask in
the glow of Topanga's own crown jewel – the canyon itself! You can expect
the same great family friendly entertainment that Topanga Days is known
for, but this year’s musical lineup will include even more cutting edge
artists and music acts bringing a wider variety of entertainment choices
for everyone. Come visit the majestic countryside in your own backyard
and enjoy the spectacular view and vibe that is Topanga Days. Fun for the
whole family![see full story for line-up info]- Click
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| Fabolous
Teams with Ne-Yo |
PR reports: Def Jam Recordings artist Fabolous
has teamed up with two of the hottest names in music on the new single
being released to radio this week. "Make Me Better" - featuring Ne-Yo (who
is set to release his sophomore set on May 1) and produced by red-hot Timbaland
- is the follow-up to the street and club smash "Diamonds" featuring Young
Jeezy. "Make Me Better" - a slow, sexy burner featuring Ne-Yo over a pulsating
beat and swooning strings - hits radio nationwide this week, and will officially
impact at Urban and Rhythmic formats on May 14th and May 15th, respectively.
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| The
Almost Make Top 40 Debut |
PR reports: THE ALMOST have entered the Billboard
Top 200 Album Chart at #39 by selling over 29,136 copies of their debut
album SOUTHERN WEATHER, out now through a joint venture with Tooth &
Nail and Virgin Records.
THE ALMOST just launched a week-long string
of West Coast dates with Say Anything and Saves the Day including two Los
Angeles shows at the House of Blues this Thursday, April 12 and Friday,
April 13. In addition, they’ll headline the Vans Warped Tour kick-off party
Friday, April 13 at the Key Club with K-Os, Meg & Dia, The Briggs,
Bleed The Dream and Jimmy Mar. After the West Coast dates, THE ALMOST will
join Paramore and This Providence for a three-week East Coast jaunt which
will include a New York City stop on Tuesday, May 2 and a performance at
Bamboozle Festival in New Jersey on Saturday, May 5.
THE ALMOST is the brainchild of Underoath
drummer/vocalist AARON GILLESPIE who leads the group on vocals and guitar.
The band is rounded out by: JAY VILARDI (guitar), ALEX APONTE (bass) and
KENNY BOZICH (drums). GILLESPIE--who sings and performs virtually every
note and instrument on his solo debut--teamed with acclaimed producer Aaron
Sprinkle (Pedro The Lion) for SOUTHERN WEATHER. Watch the video for “Say
This Sooner" at the full story link.- Click
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| John
Butler Trio Tour |
PR reports: John Butler Trio has announced
details of their upcoming tour. The schedule begins April 28th at the House
of Blues in New Orleans, with dates continuing through July 1, where the
tour ends at Solarfest in Taos, New Mexico. The trek also includes a June
17th performance at the Bonnaroo Festival in Manchester, TN.
John Butler Trio will be out supporting
their new album GRAND NATIONAL.
APRIL
28 New Orleans, LA House of Blues
30 Mobile, AL Mobile Civic Center Theatre
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| Breakfast
with Joan Osborne |
PR reports: Time Life is pleased to announce
the release of a newly recorded Joan Osborne studio album, due in stores
on May 22nd. Titled Breakfast In Bed, the forthcoming album is best described
as an homage to the great Soul and R&B songs of the late ‘60s and early
‘70s. It will contain a mixture of her powerful interpretations of classic
songs as well as new originals written by Ms. Osborne in a style and sound
faithful to the classics. The singer/songwriter, whose hit single “(What
If God Was) One Of Us” propelled her album, Relish, to the top of the charts
in 1995 and went on to sell 5 million copies worldwide and garner 6 Grammy
nominations, has enjoyed exploring different musical genres throughout
her career. She has performed as a member of the Grateful Dead, toured
with the Dixie Chicks and The Funk Brothers, is working on a children’s
album and has recently put out a country record. On Breakfast in Bed, Ms.
Osborne has the opportunity to truly showcase her particular affinity for
soulful R&B music.- Click
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| Josh
Thompson Covers Jonathan Edwards |
PR reports: Howling Music Group, a division
of Grow Music, Inc., is set to release the latest Josh Thompson single,
"Sunshine," a re-make of the Jonathan Edwards 1971 classic featuring a
cameo vocal from Edwards himself. Thompson, an eighteen-year old pop rocker/singer-songwriter
has recently appeared in shows with Teddy Geiger, Brian Littrel of The
Backstreet Boys and the Clay Aiken release party and is among the Nashville-based
label's debut artists.
"I've always loved the song," Thompson
says. "And to have Jonathan Edwards himself sing it with me was a complete
thrill."
The song marked Edward's first entry to
the top of the charts when it reached Billboard's number four position
in 1971.- Click
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| Zappa
vets Guest on Brian Buckley's Debut |
PR reports: Breaking boundaries and creating
new musical standards drive Brian Buckley as a songwriter and performer.
Born and bred in California, he has spent his life making music and tailoring
his craft. His powerful and moving debut studio record, For Her - set for
release on April 17, 2007 on Chris Allison’s label Sonic360 - manages to
project the in-the-moment vibe of his live performance, as well as his
myriad of influences and experiences. Never one to force the process, his
muse comes naturally and is uninhibited.
Some choice hands help articulate the musical
moments, including Zappa alumni Vinnie Colaiuta on drums and five-tour
Zappa vet Arthur Barrow (bass, piano, organ), who also produced and engineered
the record. Alan La Police and Erik Leckrone sweeten the musical pot with
their percussive antics while Adam Watkins works the keys. Buckley’s lead
guitarist, Mike McGraw, especially shines, matching Buckley’s vocals (and
acoustic playing) in tone, expressive range, and emotional impact. Scott
Gordon’s mastering work (Alanis Morrisette and Ringo Starr) polishes off
this dynamic debut. [see full story for more including info on the CD release
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| Oreska
Band Warped |
PR reports: The Oreska Band has been confirmed
for a few dates on the Warp Tour!
8/17 Boise, ID Idaho Center Amp
8/18 Seattle, WA Gorge Amphitheatre
8/19 Portland, OR Columbia Meadows
8/22 Fresno, CA Selland Arena
8/23 Sacramento, CA Sleep Train Amphitheatre
Lot
8/25 Los Angeles, CA Home Depot Center-
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| The
Book Of Knots Live Debut |
PR reports: THE BOOK OF KNOTS, featuring SLEEPYTIME
GORILLA MUSEUM drummer Matthias Bossi and vocalist/violinist Carla Kihlstedt,
have scheduled their first ever live performance in New York City on July
13th, 2007 at The Gramercy Theater in New York City.
The show coincides with the release this
week of their album "Traineater" In an update from the band, they write,
"The Book Of Knots new record "Traineater" arrives in stores this week.
To celebrate this anticipated release, The Book Of Knots has just announced
that they will be performing their first live show EVER on Friday July
13th, 2007 at The Gramercy Theater in New York City. This is a once in
a lifetime opportunity as there are no plans for any additional shows.
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| Marc
Anthony To Pay Up |
TMZ reports: Marc Anthony, husband of La Lopez,
dodged a bullet today when as part of a plea agreement, he and two others
agreed to pay a total of $2.5 million in back taxes. In exchange, Anthony,
whose real name is Marco Antonio Muniz, will avoid criminal prosecution.
The charges stem from an investigation
into three companies controlled by Anthony, Ari Enterprises, Ltd., Bolero
Records, Ltd., and Marc Anthony Productions, Inc. According to the New
York County District Attorney, Anthony and two others who worked for these
companies "failed to file New York State and City corporate tax returns
and pay their respective tax liabilities."[see full story for more]-
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| Brian
Wilson Protege Set To Release Debut Album |
PR reports: Taylor Mills, the sultry back-up
singer for Brian Wilson, is set to enter the spotlight with her own, debut
solo album, Lullagoodbye, on May 22, 2007 through Austin indie label, Aqua
Pulse Records. Produced by Todd Sucherman (Styx) and Scott Bennett (Brian
Wilson), this debut features guest appearances by Brian Wilson, as well
as Styx ’s Tommy Shaw.
For the past few years, Mills has traveled
with Brian Wilson, recorded on his Grammy-winning epic SMiLE project and
performed with him at venues that have ranged from Buckingham Palace and
the Glastonbury Festival, to the Berlin stage for Live Aid 2. As the lone
female on the tour, Mills stands out for many reasons with one reviewer
commenting, “This was truly the missing ingredient from the Beach Boys
all along—a great female singer. Taylor adds a terrific blend to Brian
and the other guys.”[see full story for more]- Click
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Hailing from Seattle, Washington,
Lesbian delivers a personal brand of psychedelic/progressive metal. Lesbian
mixes essences of doom, progressive, and black metal creating a sound that
may possibly be all their own. (9.5/10)- Read
the full Lesbian - Power Hor review
Boxcar Satan plays a raw style
of music that is one part punk, one part beat poetry, one part roots rock,
and one part noise. Gary gives us the lowdown on their latest DVD offering
as well as their split CD with Graves Brothers Deluxe. (3.5
stars)
- Read
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Welcome to IndieView, where
we interview up and coming indie or unsigned bands to give you the early
heads up about them! We kick things off with Victor Bravo a band that is
bringing the 90s alternative into a heavy 21st century sound all their
own. - Read
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