Derek Sherinian Sets Release

His latest solo release – the sixth to date – is called "Molecular Heinosity" in which he presents along with haunting prog metal compositions, another series of illustrious guests, among them Zakk Wylde, Virgil Donati, and Tony Franklin. "Why scratch with the turkeys when you can soar with the Eagles," Sherinian laughs. "I hand pick the musicians for my albums like a casting agent picks actors for a movie – they are each ideally suited for the role. I write material that is true to my influences and from the perspective of a listener. Once I come up with the structure or vibe of a song, I then try to imagine who the ultimate team of players would be for it. If I know in advance who will be on the track, I always try to compose with them in mind. I put tremendous effort into writing and arranging my music; it deserves only the world's best musicians to make it come alive." - more on this story

The Decemberists Spring Tour

EMI reports: The Decemberists have announced the first leg of their Spring 2009 North American tour in support of The Hazards of Love, their ambitious new album to be released by Capitol Records on March 24th.

The 16-date run will kick off May 19th at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, and include a June 10th performance at Radio City Music Hall in New York, as well as a set at the 2009 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Tennessee.

On tour, The Decemberists will present a full performance of the album, a 17-song suite that tells the tale of a woman named Margaret who is ravaged by a shape-shifting animal; her lover, William; a forest queen; and a cold-blooded, lascivious rake. - more on this story

Hall and Bacon

PR reports: Live From Daryl's House celebrates its sweet 16th episode this month with Daryl Hall welcoming The Bacon Brothers.

Award-winning actor Kevin Bacon and his brother, film/TV music composer Michael Bacon, perform their trademark gritty rock with a touch of soul that traces back to their Philadelphia roots, the hometown they share with Daryl.

The new edition begins airing on Feb. 15, and will be featured through the rest of the month on the site along with previously archived episodes. - more on this story

World of Music Explored in New Televised Documentary

PR reports: The Documentary Channel (DOC) will present the U.S. television premiere of "4," a documentary that unifies the world through fusion of music with four dynamic cultures in the performance of Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons," as part of its special "Primetime Premieres" February lineup on Monday, Feb. 16 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

"4" is a documentary that follows four outstanding violinists as they perform Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" throughout the four corners of the globe. As spring reaches Toyko and the cherry blossoms burst to life, violinist Sayaka Shoji demonstrates to her young students the timeless lessons in the music, and in their own culture.

As the monsoon clouds gather, Niki Vasilakis and friends travel from all corners of Australia to the Far North to share the music of summer with the Thursday Island Community. As the leaves turn, Cho-Liang (Jimmy) Lin and his neighbors reveal to us their New York City's vibrant, complex personality. - more on this story

Steven Van Zandt and The Oak Ridge Boys Go SXSW

SXSW reports: The South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Festival, scheduled to take place Wednesday, March 18 - 22, 2009 in Austin, Texas is excited to announce the participation of the Oak Ridge Boys in the 2009 Music Conference and Festival. South By Southwest is also thrilled to announce Steven Van Zandt as a featured speaker.

Through decades of mainstream success, the Oak Ridge Boys continue to reinvent themselves, meeting the challenges of the changing nature of the music industry. As their era of radio dominance wound down, they forged unique marketing partnerships and sought out innovative concert bookings. They are a tireless touring act, playing over 170 dates a year and are annually among the top grossing acts in country music.

Their multi-platinum pop crossover hit 'Elvira' started a chain of hits with sales exceeding 30 million. They come to Austin to celebrate their amazing history, exciting future and share their expertise with emerging artists and executives attending SXSW. The Oak Ridge Boys will sit down for a SXSW Interview on Thursday March 19 at 3:30 p.m. at the Austin Convention Center. The group will expound upon their experience, offer advice to new artists, answer audience questions, and possibly offer an a cappella song or two. - more on this story

Misguided Aggression on Saint Paddys Day

PR reports: Misguided Aggression has officially signed a with Year of the Sun Records and Kerosene Media for the release of their upcoming debut full-length, "Hatchala". The album will surface in stores across Canada on March 17th, 2009.

"It's really awesome to see all the work we've been doing over the past 3 years start to come together. We're really excited and glad to be working with a label that believes in us and our music," says Misguided Aggression guitarist Ben Dobson. "'Hatchala' will be our first full-length and Tom Ireland at Icehouse Studios did a great job of capturing the raw intensity of our sound. We look forward to a lot more touring and developing a strong working relationship with the label. Check out the songs we have up on MySpace and drop us a line at a show."

Misguided Aggression has been touring across Canada since 2005 in support of their three independent EPs and has developed a cult following from their jaw-dropping live shows alongside Beneath The Massacre, Arise and Ruin and Ion Dissonance. - more on this story

Shout Out Out Out Out in March

PR reports: Shout Out Out Out Out get set to release the long-awaited follow-up to Not Saying/Just Saying, the album that announced the synth-soaked six piece's arrival on the scene.

Reintegration Time is a dense step forward for Shout Out Out Out Out. Produced and engineered by front man Nik Kozub, the second full-length offering from Shout Out Out Out Out demonstrates the band's ongoing obsession and devotion to the world of analog synthesizers (no soft synths or "analog modeling" here, just pure voltage). This is indeed dance music, and this time around it is as friendly to the headphone listener as it is to the DJ.

Along with their inherent electro, house, and acid techno influences, Shout Out Out Out Out put their massive analog synth collection and diverse tastes at the forefront with thick pulsing textures that give serious nods to pioneers like Tangerine Dream and Neu!. Lyrically, Reintegration Time continues with Shout Out Out Out Out's generally bleak world view, this time focusing on internal shortcomings and the disconnect of trying to maintain a balance between normalcy and the absurd. - more on this story

Nada Surf Vinyl

PR reports: Following the successful release of their career spanning limited edition five-album vinyl box set this past November, Nada Surf are excited to be extending their love affair with wax. On April 14th their albums The Proximity Effect, Let Go, and The Weight Is A Gift will be put out individually on vinyl for fans of the warm crackle.

The albums have been out of print on vinyl individually for many years, and Nada Surf wanted to re-issue these records and make them available to fans who couldn't get their hands on the box-set this fall.

The following night, April 15th, the Brooklyn band plays a home borough one off show at the intimate Bell House.
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Halestorm Is Coming

PR reports: Atlantic Records has announced the upcoming release of the self-titled first album from Halestorm. The new rock outfit's full-length debut – which includes the single, "I Get Off" – will be available in stores and via all online retailers on April 28th.

"HALESTORM" will be available at the band's live shows and for pre-order via the Pennsylvania-based band's official website, www.halestormrocks.com, and official MySpace page, www.myspace.com/halestorm, beginning on February 24th. All fans pre-ordering "HALESTORM" will immediately receive a digital download of the complete album with the option to receive the physical copy on the release date.

Produced by Howard Benson (Daughtry, My Chemical Romance, Flyleaf), "HALESTORM" is an explosive collection of infectious hard rock anthems, a fiery flurry of sexy hooks and rough and tumble grooves. Steering this runaway train is dynamic singer/guitarist Lzzy Hale, who brings a hypnotic intensity to such tracks as the sensual "I Get Off" and "Bet U Wish U Had Me Back."
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Kevin Devine & The Goddamn Band Set Release

PR reports: Ranging from a whispered hum to a cathartic holler and boiling over with his skillful wordsmithery, Kevin Devine & The Goddamn Band's Brother's Blood will be released April 28 via Favorite Gentlemen Recordings. The first for the label and the fifth album in Devine's impressive oeuvre, the LP furthers his adventures in exploring new stylistic territory and reflects the diverse talent and contributions of his musical handymen, The Goddamn Band.

Testament to Devine's sonic ambidexterity, Brother's Blood showcases the Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter's versatility and range, one that has afforded him the unique privilege of capturing the hearts of fans of a variety of genres. Case in point, in the last two years he's played nearly 600 shows with a dizzying mix of artists ranging from Rachel Yamagata to She & Him and the All-American Rejects to Manchester Orchestra. That's in addition to his packed-out headline gigs and his guest appearances with friends Brand New and Okkervil River during their individual sets at Lollapalooza 2008.

Just as much as Devine loves the road he has an equal fondness for the studio, and in the midst of all his globetrotting, he cooked up Brother's Blood. A confident mission statement about conscience, culture and personality, the album is resounding evidence of his impressive maturation as musician. Recorded at Williamsburg Headgear Studios with his Goddamn Band (Brian Bonz on keys & percussion, Chris Bracco on bass, Mike Skinner on drums, Russell Smith on guitar, and Mike Strandberg on guitar), Devine deliberately ceded more control of arrangement to his players, hoping to affect a more live, full-band feel for the first time on record. - more on this story

. Quick Flicks: Quick Flicks: Sex Pistols- Demon Hunter- Marc Almond

In this latest installment of Quick Flicks, Kevin Wierzbicki takes a look at new DVD releases from The Sex Pistols, Demon Hunter and Marc Almond. - Read the full Quick Flicks: Sex Pistols- Demon Hunter- Marc Almond review

. REPO! Road Tour Diary: Cincinnati

We've been telling you all about REPO! The Genetic Opera and the recent REPO! Road Tours. The third tour just wrapped up and REPO star and co-writer Terrance Zdunich (plays Grave Robber) gives us the lowdown! Here is today's entry from Cincinnati. - Read the full REPO! Road Tour Diary: Cincinnati review

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