Chris Jericho's Fozzy Returns with Chasing The Grail

Chris Jericho had this to say about the bands forthcoming release, "After ten years of hard work as a band, I feel that Chasing The Grail is the defining moment for Fozzy. This record is the watermark upon which all of our future work will be judged." Jericho adds, "I can't wait for all of our fans, past, present and future, to hear this. 2010 is now officially the year of the Fozz!" - more on this story

Gary Moore 'Definitive Montreux' 2DVD/CD Set

Eagle Rock is the hub for capturing spectacular sets at the Montreux Jazz Festival and bringing them to the home entertainment market. On February 23, they will deliver another helping of Gary Moore when the Definitive Montreux 2DVD/CD set hits stores

Not long after the release of Essential Montreux, the 5CD set released in July 2009, Eagle is ensuring that Gary Moore fans get the ultimate live Montreux experience. Jam-packing four hours of music into this pristine package, this 2DVD/CD set extracts highlights from 5 concerts, ranging from 1990 to 2001. Prominently displaying his unmatched guitar style, mastery in both rock and blues, and his straight-from-the-soul stage prowess, Definitive Montreux features classic hits such as "Parisienne Walkways," "Still Got The Blues," "Out In The Fields," and "The Stumble."

Arguably one of the best rock and blues guitarists to come out of Ireland, Gary Moore, mentored by Peter Green, studied the likes of John Mayall, Jimi Hendrix, and Elvis to develop his versatile sound. He did time with Colosseum II, Skid Row, and the legendary Thin Lizzy before establishing his successful solo career in the 80s with his wailin' brand of rockin' blues. He eventually developed a solid relationship with the celebrated jazz festival. As evidenced by Definitive Montreux, Gary Moore and Montreux are truly a perfect pair, and the Swiss festival is the perfect stage to showcase Moore's unparalleled talent. - more on this story

Johnny Action Figure Release New Album

Johnny Action Figure self-released a brand new, full-length album titled Good Eye on Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Since their inception in 1999, their bright and melodic pop rock music has grown in both lyrical and musical complexity.

Consisting of vocalists / guitarists Chris Sheehan and Brendan Fullam (sharing duties), bassist / vocalist CF Fullam, and drummer Brad Rittle, Johnny Action Figure uniquely blends modern and classic sounds, and their wide range of styles and influences come together on Good Eye.The album's sound has been compared to artists across the spectrum, from Elvis Costello, Steely Dan, and The Beach Boys; to contemporary bands like The Shins, My Morning Jacket and Elliott Smith. Each song on the album stands remarkably on its own, all while Johnny Action Figure's signature three-part harmonies maintain an incredibly imaginative vocal balance.

"One of the qualities that we think differentiates our music from other bands' is an appeal that spans generations of listeners," said Sheehan. "Some bands might be too 'abrasive' to an older crowd, while others might be too lacking in 'immediacy' for a younger crowd. We feel like our music doesn't have those generational boundaries." - more on this story

The Wave Pictures Releasing Double Album for North American Debut

Moshi Moshi Records is proud to announce the April 27th release of The Wave Pictures' Double CD, comprised of their two most recent albums Instant Coffee Baby (8/10 stars in NME) and If You Leave It Alone, the latter named by Spin as one of the "10 Best Albums You Might Have Missed in 2009."

It marks the North American debut for the talented and literary minded lo-fi pop trio from the quiet village of Wymeswold England. This spring and summer they plan to play dates in the United States, including a trip to SXSW 2010.

Likely a new name to many on this side of the Atlantic Ocean, The Wave Pictures' history and friendships within the broader music community runs long and deep. Forming in 1998, the Albums, Singles, EPs, Collaborations, or Compilations The Wave Pictures have released themselves or taken part in number more than 30. - more on this story

Look Mexico Announce Album and Tour Dates

Look Mexico will release their sophomore album To Bed To Battle March 23, 2010 on Suburban Home Records.

To Bed To Battle was written and recorded this past summer in Look Mexico's former hometown of Tallahassee, FL. With the converted basement of a local pizza shop dedicated as their studio space, the band was able to take their time throughout the recording process, experimenting with and expanding their sound, and adding new instrumentation such as electric piano, organ, pedal steel, violin, cello, and horns.

The resulting album - which deals with struggle and pressing on in the face of adversity - is an incredibly catchy, diverse yet cohesive set of ten songs. To Bed To Battle ranges musically from anthemic pop/rock and explosive ballads ("You Stay. I Go. No Following," "Until The Lights Burn Out?"), to alternately edgy and dreamy math-rock ("No Wonder I'm Still Awake," "Time For You To Go Do Your Own Thing"), to blistering, barreling modern rock ("I Live My Life A Quarter Mile At A Time," "They Offered Me A Deal (I Said No, Naturally"), and even acoustic, chamber pop-laced Americana ("Take It Upstairs, Einstein"). - more on this story

Ion Dissonance Working On New Album

Montreal extreme metal purists, Ion Dissonance are currently holed up at .357 Productions with Ion guitar player, Antoine Lussier (who also produced Emmure's latest) at the production helm.

The new effort is tentatively set for an early summer release and fans can expect a more refined and streamlined approach that just goes straight for the jugular with a frenetic assault of the band's trademarked mathematic brutality.

Kevin (vocals) further states: "So we are currently wrapping up our third week in the studio. The drum tracks have been completed and we are now halfway through recording guitars. Everything is going a hell of a lot better than we could ever expect. As a result, we are all stoked beyond belief at how retarded these new tracks sound. - more on this story

Light This City Plan Farewell Shows

Light This City, who disbanded in the summer of 2008, will reconvene in April 2010 to play four, proper, farewell shows in California. Dates and details will be announced shortly.

The reissue of Light This City's self-released, first record, 2004's "The Hero Cycle," hits the streets today via Prosthetic Records, home to the now defunct band's other three full length efforts.

The reissue features new artwork, and can be ordered along with other LIGHT THIS CITY items - here

Downchild Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New Release

Linus Entertainment announces an April 6 release date for I Need a Hat, the new CD from legendary blues group Downchild, with U.S. distribution by E1 Entertainment. The new album marks Downchild's 40th anniversary and includes special guests film/TV star Dan Aykroyd (aka "Elwood Blues") on harmonica, blues-rocker Colin James and roots music all-star Colin Linden on guitars, and Stax Records legend Wayne Jackson of The Memphis Horns on trumpet.

The inspiration for Dan Aykroyd's and the late John Belushi's fabulous creation, The Blues Brothers – they recorded Downchild's "Shotgun Blues" and Walsh's "(I Got Everything I Need) Almost", the latter shortlisted as one of Canada's Essential Songs in a survey conducted by the Toronto Star in 2007 – Downchild is an institution in their homeland, and revered by blues fans around the world.

Downchild remains a true blues force, 40 years after founder and guitarist Donnie Walsh first put the band together with his late brother, "Hock." For Donnie, the epiphany to become a bluesman hit him hard in the early 1960s, when someone dropped a Jimmy Reed album onto the turntable at his girlfriend's 16th birthday party in suburban North Toronto. - more on this story

Shadows Fall On Canada

Shadows Fall are getting ready to kick off the 2nd leg of their U.S. tour with Five Finger Death Punch, God Forbid and 2 Cents. Before they hit the road this Thursday, Shadows Fall are pleased to announce their first ever headlining tour of Canada.

The tour starts on Wednesday February 24th in Calgary, Alberta. Support on the tour will come from Bison B.C. and Baptized in Blood. Special guest Goatwhore will be on the first six west coast dates only.

Shadows Fall front man Brian Fair had the following to say about Shadows Fall's Canadian headlining tour: "All of us In Shadows Fall are very excited to finally be heading to Canada for a full headlining tour!! We look forward to rocking with all the metalheads in the great white north and sharing a few extra strong beers with you all!!" - more on this story

New Broken Teeth Album Features Danko Jones

Once again, Diablo Rockers Broken Teeth are playing with fire on the release of their hell-stomping new album, "Viva la Rock, Fantastico!".... Out January 26 On Perris Records

Featuring 13 all-new tracks and cameo vocals by Canadian compadre, Danko Jones, "Viva la Rock, Fantastico!" (Perris Records) was written on the road during Broken Teeth's 2008-2009 "Blood on the Road Tour." As expected, the fifth release from the hard-bitten Texas head-knockers is torn from the same hell raiser's hymnal that gave us the likes of Motorhead, AC/DC, Rhino Bucket and other wheels-of-steel rockers.....

"Some of these songs were written in the back of the bus, some were written in hotel rooms and others were written in the darker corners of life on the road," said Broken Teeth vocalist Jason McMaster. "Inspiration is at its finest when it's covered in grease, sweat and blood.".... - more on this story

Randall Bramblett Announce Album and Tour

On March 9, 2010, Blue Ceiling Records will release The Meantime, the beautiful new CD from Randall Bramblett. The new recording marks a departure for the highly acclaimed multi-instrumentalist who is best known for his contributions on saxophone with Steve Winwood, Traffic, Levon Helm, Sea Level (with Chuck Leavell), Gregg Allman, Widespread Panic and more.

The CD was produced by Bramblett, who performs primarily on acoustic piano, organ, and lead vocals. The CD features 12 original tracks, including some of Bramblett's earliest songs such as "Sacred Harmony," "Witness For Love," and "One More Rose" as well as newer, unreleased compositions. A sultry blend of ambient folk, jazz, traditional piano and seductive vocals, the music on The Meantime is downright romantic and mesmerizing in the vein of Norah Jones or The Blue Nile.

On this recording Bramblett is accompanied by Gerry Hansen on drums and percussion and Chris Enghauser on upright bass. Special guests include: Andy Carlson, violin and viola; Cora Kuyvenhoven, cello: Adam Mcknight, backing vocals on "Driving to Mongomery;" Betsy Franck, backing vocals on "In the Meantime;" Tom Ryan on baritone sax; and Kevin Hyde on trombone. Strings were written and arranged by renowned producer/composer, Steve Dancz. - more on this story

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