Chuck Ragan solo shows. | Bart

Hot Water Music is back together for a few select shows in Florida, Jersey and Chicago. In between those shows co-lead singer of HWM and SideOne solo artist Chuck Ragan will play some acoustic solo gigs. Ben Nichols of Lucero and Joshua English of 6 Going On 7 will be supporting. Here are the dates: 1/20 Jacksonville, FL - Jack Rabbits 1/21 Atlanta, GA - Vinyl 1/22 Wilmington, NC - The Soapbox 1/23 Washington, DC - The Blackcat 1/24 Hoboken, NJ - Maxwells 1/27 Cambridge, MA - Middle East 1/28 Pittsburgh, PA - Garfield Artworks 1/29 Cleveland, OH - Grog Shop 1/30 Detroit, MI - Magic Stick 1/31 Chicago, IL - Schubas

Against Me! Fall Tour | Bart

There will be no rest for Against Me! this fall as they prepare for their latest US tour. The band returns from London to kick off the next leg of the tour in Asbury Park, NJ on November 3rd for their first show. Tickets are on sale for select dates with additional dates being added Saturday, September 15th. Against Me! have been out playing shows in support of their album New Wave. The first single off the album, "Thrash Unreal," has been making a steady climb up the rock radio charts and currently sits in the #16 spot Modern Rock/Alternative charts. Check out the video for "Thrash Unreal" here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKzNZDXfm0Q Nov 3 Asbury Park Convention Hall - Asbury Park, NJ Nov 4 Waterloo Park - Austin, TX Nov 5 Canal Club - Richmond, VA Nov 6 Center Stage - Atlanta, GA Nov 8 Revolution - Ft. Lauderdale, FL Nov 9 House of Blues - Orlando, FL Nov 10 Metropolitan Park - Jacksonville, FL Nov 12 Norva Theater - Norfolk, VA Nov 13 9:30 Club - Washington, DC Nov 15 Lupo's - Providence, RI Nov 16 Electric Factory - Philadelphia, PA Nov 17 Terminal 5 - New York, NY Nov 19 House of Blues - Cleveland, OH Nov 20 Clutch Cargos - Pontiac, MI Nov 21 House of Blues - Chicago, IL Nov 22 Metro - Chicago, IL Nov 23 First Avenue - Minneapolis, MN

Nikki Sixx Podcast #5 | Bart

Nikki Sixx has always been known for his striking visual imagery dating all the way back to his glam days in the 80s. With the release of Nikki’s new book, “The Heroin Diaries,” nothing has changed. Nikki mixes disturbing sketches with eerie photographs to illustrate the decay that was going on in his mind and in his body. To help bring his vision to life Nikki brought in P.R. Brown (Art Direction: Mötley Crüe, Marilyn Manson). Check out the fifth edition of the Heroin Diaries Podcast to get the full story on the art of the Heroin Diaries. http://newmedia.10thst.com/heroindiaries/podcast/hd_podcast5.mov

Against Me! Tour Dates | Bart

Against Me! has launched the video for their new single "Thrash Unreal." The cut comes from the band's new album, New Wave, in stores now. You can check out the premiere of the clip here: http://www.spinner.com/2007/08/09/video-premiere-against-me-thrash-unreal/ Catch Against Me! On Tour August 9th Corpus Christi, TX - House of Rock August 10th Houston, TX - Meridian August 11th New Orleans, LA - House of Blues August 13th Tallahassee, FL - Beta Bar August 14th Nashville, TN - Rocketown August 15th Charlotte - NC - Amos' Southend August 16th Charleston, SC - Music Farm August 17th St. Petersburg, FL - Jannus Landing August 18th Jacksonville Beach, FL - Freebird Live August 19th Gainesville, FL - Common Grounds August 20th Gainesville, FL - Common Grounds - benefit for Harvest of Hope August 24th Leeds, UK - Leeds Festival August 26th Reading, UK - Reading Festival September 4th Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance September 5th Brooklyn, NY - Music Hall of Williamsburg September 6th Northampton, MA - Pearl Street September 7th Buffalo, NY - Town Ballroom September 8th Toledo, OH - Headliner's September 9th Bloomington, IN - Rhino’s September 11th Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater September 12th Boulder, CO - Boulder Theater September 13th Albuquerque, NM - Sunshine Theater September 14th Las Vegas, NV - Jillian's September 16th Tuscon, AZ - KFMA Radio Fest September 18th Reno, NV - Stoney's September 19th Petaluma, CA - Phoenix Theater September 20th Eugene, OR - W.O.W Hall September 21st Bend, OR - Domino Room September 22nd Seattle, WA - End Fest September 23rd Portland, OR - Roseland Theater September 25th Chico, CA - Senator Theater September 26th Santa Cruz, CA - The Catalyst September 27th Anaheim, CA - The Grove of Anaheim November 3rd Asbury Park, NJ - Asbury Park Convention Hall

Against Me! at Music For Life | Bart

Against Me! recently filmed a live performance at Spin Magazine's Music For Life show. You can check out video of Against Me! playing their new single "Thrash Unreal" and songs from their new album New Wave, in stores now. Against Me! also recently appeared on Fuse's The Sauce for a special interview. Check out the live performance and interview here: Spin performances: http://www.spin.com/intelcover/html/againstme_live.html Fuse interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0hhI4s6TpI

Nikki Sixx Seeks Your Prayers | Bart

Nikki Sixx’s new band, Sixx: A.M., have released the second track, “Pray for Me,” from The Heroin Diaries album at www.myspace.com/theheroindiaries in support of the upcoming release of the soundtrack on August 21st with the book to follow for release on September 21st. Also Nikki just released the first clip in a new video podcast series for The Heroin Diaries. Check out Nikki speaking on what it was like to transform his diary entries into music: http://newmedia.10thst.com/heroindiaries/podcast/hd_podcast1.mov

More On "New Wave" | Bart

Against Me! have launched the fifth episode of their "making of the record" series. You can check out the episode here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3HNDSVr3NU Against Me! will release their new album New Wave on Tuesday, July 10th. The album was produced by Butch Vig (Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins). New Wave will be available on CD, a Special Edition CD/DVD and digital download. The 180 gram yellow vinyl of New Wave will be available on July 24th. You can preview the album in its entirety on Myspace: www.myspace.com/againstme

Against Me! News | Bart

Against Me! have posted the second installment of the “Making of the Record” series on YouTube.com. The video features Tom Gabel telling the story of writing on the road and a preview of their new song “Thrash Unreal.” Go behind-the-scenes with Against Me! clip two here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3khnDWwyFU If you missed the first clip, check it out here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hxbwSBSLXA Against Me! will release their new album, New Wave, on July 10th. The album was produced by Butch Vig (Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins). New Wave will be available on CD, a Special Edition CD/DVD, 180 gram yellow vinyl and digital download.

Fair To Midland Video Debut | Bart

“Dance of the Manatee” has been blowing up at radio across the country, and today over at PureVolume.com, the animated video for the track is unveiled! http://www.purevolume.com/videos/fairtomidland/danceofthemanatee

Fat Wreck Xmas Bonus | Bart

FAT are feeling generous this Xmas season. Check it out: Hey folks, I know that you were probably looking forward to getting a succulent ham or a $36 gift certificate to Hickory Farms but we thought we would give you something where you didn’t have to look at your loved one and go, “Wow, a uh reindeer doormat…uh…I’ve been..wanting one of these? Thanks?” We present to you our X-MAS BONUS ONLINE WINTER RARITIES PLAYER! It features previously unreleased and rare tracks from NOFX, Strike Anywhere, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Lagwagon, etc. as well as brand new songs from Only Crime, Smoke or Fire, Leftover Crack and many more. You can stream it or just download the whole damn thing onto your walkman. The player is also available as a podcast (#8) here. Stream/Download the “X-Mas Bonus” player: http://www.fatwreck.com/xmasbonus/

KC Punks Invade Tour | Bart

"KC PUNKS INVADE!" TOUR ---FULL LIST OF DATES--- -------------------------------------------------------- U.S. TOUR DEC.2006 - JAN.2007 12/14 KANSAS CITY, MO @ EL TORREON 12/16 DES MOINES, IA @ HAIRY MARY'S 12/17 OMAHA, NE @ O'LEAVERS 12/19 SIOUX FALLS, SD @ DISCHORDIA 12/20 LINCOLN, NE @ DUFFY'S TAVERN 12/21 FORT COLLINS, CO @ SURFSIDE 7 12/27 MINNEAPOLIS, MN @ CLUB UNDERGROUND 12/28 CEDAR RAPIDS, IA @ EMERALD CITY 12/29 LEMONT, IL @ STAGE 83 12/30 DETROIT, MI @ PAYCHECK'S 1/2 ROCHESTER, NY @ THE BUG JAR 1/4 TRENTON, NJ @ MILL HILL BASEMENT 1/5 BROOKLYN, NY @ SPUTNIK 1/6 BATH, PA @ BRENDA & JERRY'S 1/8 PITTSBURGH, PA @ SMILING MOOSE 1/10 CLEVELAND, OH @ THE GROG SHOP 1/11 INDIANAPOLIS, IN @ THE ROCK LOBSTER 1/12 LOUISVILLE, KY @ THIRD STREET DIVE 1/13 ST. LOUIS, MO @ LEMP ARTS CENTER 1/14 KANSAS CITY, MO @ THE ANCHOR --------------------------------------------------------

Rory is Up to No Good | punkrockreviews.com

Fans of Taking Back Sunday and Brand New might also dig the newest album from rockers Rory, titled "We're Up to No Good, We're Up to No Good" and due out on Tuesday, September 12th. Stream the album now at http://www.drivenfaroff.com

New Spitalfield Website | punkrockreviews.com

You can check out Spitalfield's brand new site by going to: http://www.spitalfield.net

The Falcon Poised To Strike | Bart

The Falcon have finished mixing 8 tracks for their upcoming record due out September 8th. The scene might never recover! Update: 3 more finished mixes rounds out the album at 11 tracks' worth in just about 29 minutes.

Preview Latterman's Latest | punkrockreviews.com

"More vital than 99% of punk that cracked the Billboard Top 200 this year." - Alternative Press "Out of nowhere, Latterman have dropped one of the years best punk albums." - Punknews.org "Latterman truly cares about punk and creating something meaningful." - Punk Planet "This is f**king great! One of the year's best full lengths." - Maximumrocknroll "Latterman typifies how punk's visceral edge still thrives." - The Onion If you are a Latterman fan or if you're jonesing for a great new music love, you can now preview the album art, lyrcis, and song samples for "…We Are Still Alive", LATTERMAN's new full-length record and follow-up to "No Matter Where We Go..!" and "Turn Up The Punk, We'll Be Singing." Deep Elm is also now taking pre-orders for the record, which won't be available in stores until August 22. Preview / Pre-Order: http://www.deepelm.com/454/ LATTERMAN on Tour! JUN 27 - Philadelphia, PA @ First Unitarian Church w/ Jena Berlin, The Progress, Yo Man Go! JUN 28 - Bethlehem, PA @ Globe Cafe JUN 29 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Roboto Project JUN 30 - Cleveland, OH @ The Tower 2012 JUL 01 - Columbus, OH @ House Show, 2411 East Avenue JUL 02 - Kalamazoo, MI @ The Dolphin House JUL 03 - Chicago, IL @ The Waiting Room JUL 04 - St Louis, MO @ Lemp Community Arts Center JUL 05 - Louisville, KY @ The Black Bear Lair JUL 09 - Bloomington, IN @ Plan-it-X Fest JUL 10 - Covington, KY @ The Mad Hatter JUL 11 - Marietta, OH @ American Legion w/ The Danger O's, Lexis Jumps, Young Hollywood JUL 13 - Oswego, NY @ House Show, 189 W Seneca Street w/ Slingshot Dakota, Lemuria JUL 14 - Ottawa, ON, Canada @ End Hits (basement) w/ Last Days, The Wishlist JUL 15 - Montreal, QC, Canada @ l'escogriffe w/ Whiskey Trench, Last Days JUL 16 - Albany, NY @ House Show, 7 Wilbur Street JUL 22 - Little Egg Harbor, NJ @ Parkertown Firehal w/ Bigwig, Dead Hearts, Get The Back Up, more JUL 29 - Brooklyn, NY @ Northsix w/ No Trigger, Polar Bear Club, The New Dress

A Static Lullaby Finds a New Bed | punkrockreviews.com

A STATIC LULLABY finds a new home with Fearless Records, with plans to release their label debut on September 26. Singer Joe Brown said, "We (A Static Lullaby) have always been as passionate about our music as the people we choose to work with. We are extremely excited to announce Fearless Records as our new home. As well as both being equally ambitious, we are creatively on the same page. So, here's to a new year, new album and new family!" Check out the bands new demos at their Myspace page.

New Left Alone Album due August 8th | punkrockreviews.com

On August 8th, Los Angeles based LEFT ALONE will release their sophomore album, Dead American Radio, nationwide for Hellcat Records. Dead American Radio is the follow up to 2005's critically acclaimed debut, Lonely Starts and Broken Hearts. Recorded at Love Juice Labs in Riverside and produced by Elvis Cortez (vocals and guitar), Dead American Radio features the three chord song with the sonic surprise of a Hammond organ, stand up bass, and pedal steel guitar. Guest appearances from Hellcat label mates include Patricia Day (HORRORPOPS) lending her vocal and writing skills to "La Pregunta," and stand up bass to "Done Wrong." Tim Armstrong (RANCID) co-wrote the ska tinged "City to City," and also pitches in on vocals. For more information log onto: http://www.leftalone.net or http://www.epitaph.com

Equal Vision Gives you the Whole Album NOW | punkrockreviews.com

Equal Vision is giving fans the chance to stream the upcoming album from YouInSeries, "Outside We Are Fine." http://www.equalvision.com/ecard/evr126/ "Outside We Are Fine" hits stores on May 30th and if you preorder the album from the link below you snag a FREE t-shirt. http://www.merchnow.com/youinseries http://www.interpunk.com/item.cfm?Item=127120& http://www.smartpunk.com/product.php?item_id=17575 YouInSeries will be hitting the road in support of their new album on the first half of The Twilight Army Tour with Circa Survive, The Receiving End of Sirens, and Days Away this summer. Dates are: 06/30 - Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony 07/01 - Hartford, CT @ The Webster Theatre 07/03 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre 07/04 - Toronto, ON @ Opera House 07/05 - Rochester, NY @ Water St. Music Hall 07/06 - Cleveland Heights, OH @ Grog Shop 07/07 - Chicago, IL @ Logan Square 07/08 - Minneapolis, MN @ Triple Rock 07/09 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Eagles Club 07/11 - Nashville, TN @ Exit/In 07/12 - Greensboro, NC @ Greene St Club 07/13 - Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa 07/14 - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade 07/15 - St. Petersburg, FL @ State Theatre 07/16 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ The Culture Room 07/18 - Orlando, FL @ The Social 07/19 - Tallahassee, FL @ The Beta Bar 07/21 - Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live 07/22 - Dallas, TX @ The Door 07/23 - San Antonio, TX @ White Rabbit

Does Your Band Need a Van? | punkrockreviews.com

North Carolina band Codeseven, who released "Dancing Echoes/Dead Sounds" on Equal Vision Records in 2004 split late last year. Now they're looking to sell their van to a touring band, or anyone who is interested. Codeseven took great care of the van and are certain that there are many more tours left in her. 1998 Ford Triton v8 - 15 passenger approx 115,000 miles Stay tuned for more info if you are interested!!

The Big Deal Tour Contest | punkrockreviews.com

PAINT IT BLACK is hitting the West Coast in support of their latest album, "Paradise." Their label, Jade Tree, is all about spreading the love to those who support them, so they have come up with a little contest. Better act fast though, because you only have a few days. ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL SNAG: 2 tickets to one show on The Big Deal Tour 1 PAINT IT BLACK Paradise CD 2 PAINT IT BLACK Posters (Paradise and the Big Deal Tour poster) 1 PAINT IT BLACK Button set (8 different designs) 1 PAINT IT BLACK Sticker HOW TO ENTER: -add yourself to the Big Deal Tour MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/bigdealtour) -email contests@jadetree.com with the subject BIG DEAL and the following info within: Show Date / Location Full name Address Phone Number Winners will be picked randomly. The contest ends April 20 so get with it.

Current Warped '06 Line-Up | punkrockreviews.com

Late last week the Warped Tour camp announced that AFI would be joining the line-up for select shows. They join one of summer's most popular tours along with this impressive list: 18 Visions, Aiden, The Academy Is, Against Me!, Alexisonfire, Amber Pacific, Anti Flag, Armor For Sleep, ASG, Billy Talent, The Bled, Bouncing Souls, Bullet For My Valentine, Buzzcocks, The Casualties, Die Hunns, Down To Earth Approach, Dropping Daylight, The Early November, Eight Fingers Down (Bbq Band), Emanuel, Emery, Every Time I Die, The Fall Of Troy, Flashlight Brown, From Autumn To Ashes, From First To Last, The Fully Down, Gatsbys American Dream, The Germs, Greeley Estates, Gym Class Heroes, Hellogoodbye, Helmet, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Less Than Jake, The Living End, Moneen, Motion City Soundtrack, Mute Math, Nofx, Over It, Paramore, The Pink Spiders, Pistolita, Plain White T's, Protest The Hero, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Reggie & The Full Effect, Rise Against, Riverboat Gamblers, Saosin, Say Anything, Saves The Day, Senses Fail, Silverstein, The Sounds, State Radio, Stretch Arm Strong, The Sunstreak (Bbq Band), Thursday, Underoath, Valient Thorr, Voltera Dates start on 6/15 in Columbia, MD. For more info: http://www.warpedtour.com

Another Sad Bit | Bart

Greetings Everyone. My name is Gabe and I play guitar in a band called Versus The Mirror. I write to everyone in a complete state of disbelief. There was a shooting at a hardcore show (Hoods, Shattered Realm, Donnybrook)here in Tucson, AZ that resulted in a death. The show was held at our main all ages venue and arts center, Skrappys. After a huge fight broke out inside the venue, the brawl kept going outside until shots were fired. A few people were also said to be fighting with hammers. Nuts. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who was involved or witnessed this tonight. I've never really been the type to stand up and speak my mind on issues but this is my hometown and this was my favorite venue. This is where I played my first show as a musician and saw some of the best shows as a fan. This is where I sang along and danced to my favorite bands. This is where everyone came together for the love of music and art. This was the place where everyone who felt out of place in their school or home could come to fit in. To the employees, owners, and kids of Skrappys, this was life and a second home. The owner of the venue, Kathy has devoted her whole life to building our music and arts community, our "scene," if you would. Her and her husband has sacrificed everything from houses to cars to keep Skrappys open. She has attended countless meetings and hearings with Tucson city officials to get funding so the venue could remain open. Now it could be shut down. Whatever happened to going to shows because you loved the band and you wanted to support them, whether it be local or a national act. Whatever happened to respect, unity and integrity within the "scene." You shouldn't be going to shows to represent your crew or to inflict pain on everybody. Go to shows because you enjoy the music. That's what it's all about. The music. If it wasn't for the music, there wouldn't be a show for you to model your new spock haircut, your hatebreed jersey with matching army cargos, your greased up pomp, your elitist attitude, your tough guy mentality, your "emo" attire, and so on and so forth. Remember, the music comes first. I don't even know anymore. I just hope that Skrappys can stay open. The venue has been the heart and soul of our music and arts scene and it would be a huge loss to everyone in Arizona and to everyone in touring bands. If you think your venue in your hometown sucks, be very appreciative of what you have. Have a good night and be safe. Take care of each other.

Larry Arms New LP | Bart

The Lawrence Arms finished mixing their CD and it gets mastered tomorrow. Per their blog the LP is titled Oh! Calcutta! contains 12 tracks plus a possible hidden track, and clocks in at around 30 minutes. The LP will come out on Fat Wreck in early March. Yeah!

Statements From Bayside | Bart

Below you will find statements from Nick and Anthony of Bayside regarding the tragic accident that claimed a life of their friend and bandmate. Nick: "I'm laying here in the hospital, awaiting my surgery tomorrow. To clear up any questions, I broke my back ( L4 vertebrae ). I'm very lucky to not be paralyzed. I was thrown through the window of our rolling van, after hitting a patch of ice. I have a full torso cast on, keeping my back straight. I just started eating again so now I can take some percoset which helps with my intense back pain. All in all, Ill be ok and the minute I can have a bass in my hand and be playing in front of people again I will. It's all I know how to do and the only thing that makes me happy. Once hearing about all of the support from friends, bands and fans, my spirits where immediately uplifted. All we have in this world are each other, and in times of tragedy, you find out who is by your side until the end and who is bullshit. Thankfully our music community surrounds us by mostly heartfelt people who are going out of their way to help us in our time of need and to help us keep our dream alive. John Beatz was someone I looked up to, yet I walked beside him as a contemporary. I learned from him as he learned from me. We started playing in bayside 14 months ago and have both realized that our whole lives had been lived to get us to this point, so we spent the time working our asses off and making sure that that this band was going to succeed in what we wanted: having people hear our music. With his passing, we realize he paid the ultimate price as all of us would have or else we wouldn't have been beside him. We live for rock and roll and when you believe in something enough, sometimes you die for it. What I want everyone out there to realize is the sacrifice every member of every touring band makes. Safety, money, health etc. All of these things are a distant second to our music. People get vans, trailers, equipment and other personal items stolen, we play in unsafe neighborhoods, we travel far distances in sometimes unsafe vehicles and unsafe weather. My point in all of this is that we are a community, not a business. Support and understanding with an open mind are what's most important in our lives. Not record sales. Whether or not you like a band you must realize that bands are giving their all for what they love, including their lives. Showing your faces at shows and talking to us and letting us know you appreciate the music and the hard work is infinitely more important than the business side of things. I'm happy to have my life, I'm happy to have known John and I'm happy to still have a band. Please give your time and respects to John's family and wife. All he ever did was speak of her, and every ounce of energy he put into his life was for her. Hopefully we can all have love like that in our lifetime. See you all soon Nick." Anthony: "The worst day of my life is over. It lasted 72 hours, but it's over. I know now that everyday for the rest of my life will be a piece of cake to wake up to, I'm just glad that I get to wake up to them. On Halloween I lost my best friend, big brother, mentor and band mate. I find a lot of comfort in knowing that I had a best friend, big brother, mentor and band mate in the first place, when so many people will never know what it is like to have someone as magical as Beatz in their lives. I'm so lucky for that and so lucky that I survived this thing to tell everyone about him. Anyone that knew Beatz fell in love with him instantly. Whether you were his brother, his wife, his friend or you met him for five minutes. This letter, this week and the rest of my life is not going to be a mourning of a lost life, but a celebration of a wonderful one. He will live forever in all of our hearts and in the music he created so passionately. On behalf of Bayside, everyone in the Bayside/Victory camp and the Holohan clan, I thank you all so much for your support through all of this. I have to thank the members of Hawthorne Heights, Silverstein and Aiden, all of their crews, everyone at Victory, our manager Nate Albert and our families and friends for everything they have done since the second this happened, to get us past the last few days. Our guitar tech Nicky Raneri, tour manager Scott Robinson, guitar player Jack O'Shea and I are all home safe. Nick is going into surgery in a couple of hours and will make a full recovery; our drum tech Dan Marino is out of surgery and we hope to get him home by the end of the week. Every one of the fans, the press and any other company or person that has gotten in touch with us has just been amazing and it's all that support that got us through this. On November 16th, Jack and I will be flying out to St Petersburg, FL to join up with the Never Sleep Again Tour. We will be playing an acoustic set that night and every night through the end of the tour on December 11th. We loved this tour. Beatz loved this tour and this is something that we need to do for ourselves, for our band and for John Beatz, who would kick my ass if I didn't finish up what he gave his life for. After that, we will be taking the holidays off, as planned, and then getting back on the road again as a band in 2006. Aside from the next two weeks, we can not let this situation slow our band down or cancel one more show or tour. All any of us ever wanted to do was play music and make this band into something that people would know and love. That hasn't changed and we can't let it. Beatz wouldn't have it any other way. It will take me a long time to get the horrible images from that night out of my head and it will take some time for my friends Nick and Dan to get their asses out of bed, but I will, and they will and life will move on with only the happier memories of my best friend. Thank you all for your support. The whole Bayside camp and the Holohan family are living on it right now. Please look into the John Holohan Memorial Fund. It's not about money; it's the thought that counts. For all of us and his family to know that he made a huge impact on the world is all we have right now. Thank You, Anthony Raneri & Bayside"

RIP John | Bart

There has been a tragic loss. Bayside was in a terrible accident this morning while driving to today’s concert on the “Never Sleep Again” Tour, which includes their friends and label mates Hawthorne Heights, Silverstein and Aiden. Their drummer John “Beatz” Holohan was killed when their van flipped after hitting a patch of ice outside of Cheyenne, WY. Their bass player Nick Ghanbarian was also seriously injured. Anthony and Jack have thankfully been discharged from the hospital. Members of the band’s crew also remain hospitalized.

Buy a T-Shirt and Help Katrina Victims | punkrockreviews.com

AFTER THE STORM is an effort formed by a group of music industry art directors, to help families and animals devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Thousands of families affected by this catastrophe continue to seek help finding family members, shelter, food and medical attention. Thousands of animals are still left in the heat in search of rescue. In an effort to help, art directors throughout the music industry (Morning Breath Inc., Slang Inc., Atlantic Records) have collaborated to design a line of t-shirts that will be sold in support of the Hurricane Katrina and Rita relief effort. Every dollar and cent made will be donated directly to the families and animals affected by this set of disasters. Please buy a t-shirt (or two… maybe, even three!!) and help aid the communities of the Gulf Coast region. This is one of the many chances we music fans have to band together and do something for our fellow Americans and their pets and we should all take advantage of it. Your donation will be a step in helping the people of these devastated areas get back on their feet, and help find shelter for the animals still stranded from the floods. AFTER THE STORM will donate ALL proceeds from our t-shirt sales to the following organizations: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY for shelter SECOND HARVEST for food HUMANE SOCIETY OF AMERICA for the aid of animals http://www.afterthestormonline.com/

Important News from Goodwill | punkrockreviews.com

Straight from the source...DO YOU WANT TO SING IN A BAND??? Hey everyone-Travis from The Goodwill here. I just wanted to let everyone know that we have decided to part ways with vocalist Brian Barbuto. This decision did not come easy but we knew it was the right decision to make. There are incredible 'things' just around the corner for The Goodwill. We are extremely excited to share this with all of you when that time comes. So until then, thanks again to everyone who has been sharing this incredible journey with us; but keep in mind that you haven't seen a damn thing just yet! We are in fact in search of a lead vocalist/frontman. If you think you have what it takes, please read below and email us at: SingForTheGoodwill@hotmail.com Thank you again! Requirements: *We are not just looking for someone who can sing. We are looking for a frontman. We are looking for someone who can use more than just their voice to lead this band. A confident look and onstage demeanor is a must! *Living in or near to Long Island, NY is a plus. *MUST be able to do the band full-time (tour 8-10 months out of the year). *Experience as a lead vocalist is a plus. *Playing an additional instrument is a plus. *Experience on the road/touring is a plus. Again, if you think you have what it takes, please email us at: SingForTheGoodwill@hotmail.com

Deep Elm Finds Diamonds In The Rough | Bart

Deep Elm Records is pleased to announce that England's Free Diamonds has joined the label's exclusive roster. Deep Elm will release the band's debut full length "There Should Be More Dancing" worldwide in early 2006. Formed in 2004 from the ashes of Spitfire Down, Speeded Summer and Polarbear, the members of Free Diamonds share a mutual love of both progressive and popular music. The band is already gaining a cult following in the UK thanks to their uncompromising, unequivocal sound and breakneck live shows. Sharing as much in common with the likes of Blood Brothers, Bikini Kill and Ex Models as they do with Prince and the New Revolution, the band is aiming at a target audience of, well...everyone. They have an unmistakable sound that straddles the line between indie rock and post-punk without ever leaving the pop realm. With thumping bass lines, propulsive drum beats and guitars that snake in and out of some of the most unique vocals you've ever heard, Free Diamonds want to make you dance...and dance you will. Listen to "Blind Boys" plus two additional demo tracks below. http://www.mywire.org/freediamonds

Victory Picks Up a Pair | punkrockreviews.com

Victory Records recently announced that they have signed two new bands to their ever growing label. THE AUTUMN OFFERING is best described as metal created by kids who most certainly loved Megadeth back in the day. Their first album on the label is set for release in May 2006. THE SLEEPING is a Long Island band that promises not to be carbon copies of all of their predecesors. Their album "Believe What We Tell You" is in stores now and was produced by Chris Bittner (Coheed and Cambria and Straylight Run). For more: http://www.victoryrecords.com

Big D Hits the Road | punkrockreviews.com

Hot off their summer headlining spin on the world famous Warped Tour, Boston-based ska-punk ensemble BIG D AND THE KIDS TABLE recently announced a fall tour in connection with their latest release HOW IT GOES on Springman Records. The band—Chris Bush (saxophone), Sean P. Rogan (guitar), Dave McWane (vocals), Jon Reilly (drums), Steve Foote (bass), Paul E. Cuttler (trombone) and Dan Stoppelman (trumpet)—specializes in a raucous live spectacle punctuated by a powerful rhythm section, uniquely memorable horn playing and no shortage of exuberant bumps, bruises, cuts and concussions. BIG D AND THE KIDS TABLE will be joined by the Pietasters in October and will hook up with the Dropkick Murphys for a turn in November. Tour dates are as follows: Fri 10/7 Charlottesville, VA Satellite Ballroom (w/Pietasters) Sat 10/8 Baltimore, MD The Recher Theater (w/Pietasters) Sun 10/9 Wilkes Barre, PA Café Metropolis (w/Pietasters) Tue 10/11 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop (w/Pietasters) Wed 10/12 New York, NY Knitting Factory (w/Pietasters) Thu 10/13 Hartford, CT Webster Theatre (w/Pietasters) Fri 10/14 Orono, ME Ushuaia (w/Pietasters) Sat 10/15 Northampton, MA Pearl Street (w/Pietasters) Sat 10/29 Boston, MA Avalon (HEADLINING Halloween show) Dates with The Dropkick Murphys: Thu 11/10 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom Fri 11/11 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory Sat 11/12 Atlantic City, NJ House Of Blues Sun 11/13 Washington, DC 9:30 Club Mon 11/14 Cleveland, OH House of Blues Tue 11/15 Chicago, IL Riviera Theater Wed 11/16 Pittsburgh, PA Ice Garden Thu 11/17 Buffalo, NY The Town Ballroom Fri 11/18 Toronto, ON The Docks Sat 11/19 Montreal, QC Metropolis Sun 11/20 Binghamton, NY Magic City Music Hall Mon 11/21 Burlington, VT TBA Tue 11/22 Portland, ME TBA Wed 11/23 Worcester, MA TBA For more information, check out http://www.bigdandthekidstable.com and http://www.springmanrecords.com

The Invisibles News... | Bart

Brazil's THE INVISIBLES have entered the studio to record a new ep, the first thing to come out since their sophomore album, "Fireworks" (2004). The 7 song ep is going to be titled "Hollywood" and will hit the streets in Brazil through the band's just founded record label, Go Mordecai! Records. There's a studio diary up at their website (www.theinvisibles.net), as well as daily photo updates at their fotolog (www.fotolog.net/invisibles). You can also read the english version at their MySpace page (www.myspace.com/theinvisibles).

Straylight Run Announces New Alubm Date | punkrockreviews.com

After a summer spent in the studio, Straylight Run has announced that Prepare To Be Wrong (a six song EP) will be in stores on October 4, 2005. A fall tour with Simple Plan with Straylight Run as special guest is confirmed for October 22nd through November 19th. Straylight spent fall of last year headlining the Alternative Press tour in support of their self-titled debut, later helping The Get Up Kids say goodbye on their final tour. In news on the EP, Mike Sapone was asked to help produce. Nolan explains, "We've worked with Mike on demo versions of our songs for years now and we were very excited to finally be producing a record with him. Since we were able to play a big part in the production of the songs on this EP we were much happier with the overall sound of everything than we were with our first record." Nolan also says, "We delved more into expressing personal feelings about what is going on in the world around us. Quite a few of the songs focus on America's obsession with violence and war and more specifically some focus on the war that is currently going on in Iraq." The album also includes "With God On Our Side," a Bob Dylan song that has become a favorite at Straylight Run's shows. Simple Plan, Straylight Run & Plain White Tees 10/22/2005 San Diego, CA @ SDSU Open Air Theater 10/24/2005 Denver, CO @ Colorado Convention Ctr 10/25/2005 Omaha, NE @ Sokol Underground 10/27/2005 St Cloud, MN @ St Cloud State University 10/28/2005 Milwaukee, WI @ The Eagles Ballroom 10/29/2005 Detroit, MI @ Fox Theater 10/30/2005 Kings Island, OH @ Timber Wolf Amphitheater 11/01/2005 Washington DC @ Dar Constitution Hall 11/04/2005 Toms River, NJ @ Ritacco Center 11/05/2005 Lowell, MA @ Paul Tsongas Arena 11/08/2005 New York, NY @ Nokia Theater-Times Square 11/09/2005 New York, NY @ Nokia Theater- Times Square 11/12/2005 Indiana, PA @ Memorial Field House 11/13/2005 Chicago, IL @ Aragon Ballroom 11/19/2005 Universal City, CA @ Gibson Amphitheater More dates to be scheduled...

Hot Water Music/Alkaline Trio Split! | punkrockreviews.com

Originally released in 2002, No Idea Records is re-releasing this gem on a LP picture disk with amazing artwork. The split features each band covering tracks by the other. Here's the skinny: Hot Water Music side: 1. God Deciding 2. Russian Roulette 3. Radio 4. Bleeder Alkaline Trio side: 1. Queen of Pain 2. While You're Waiting 3. Rooftops

The Tossers Record News | punkrockreviews.com

How can you not love Irish Celtic music fused with punk rock? The Chicago based band consisting of mandolin, fiddle, tin whistle and banjo beefed up with guitar and drums, is back with their fifth album The Valley of the Shawdow of Death - in stores October 4th. Record Release Party: Saturday, October 8th - Double Door w/ Beer Nuts, The Dangler, Flatfoot 56 Doors 8pm Show 9pm Tickets $10 advance / $12

Revelation Records Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

CALL ME LIGHTNING 8-Sep Carbondale IL, TBA 9-Sep St Louis MO, The Way Out Club 10-Sep Columbia MO, East Side Tavern CURL UP AND DIE , 17-Aug Fredricksburg VA, KC's 18-Aug Philadelphia PA, Newman Center @ Drexel University 22-Aug Setauket NY, The Fellowship Hall 24-Aug Wallingford CT, Wallingford Am. Legion 25-Aug Cotuit MA, Sons of Italy 26-Aug Bucksport ME, The Kave 27-Aug Poughkeepsie NY, Club Crannel 28-Aug Buffalo NY, Showplaace Theatre PLOT TO BLOW UP THE EIFFEL TOWER, THE 30-Sep Visalia CA, Howie and Son's Pizza 1-Oct San Francisco CA, 12 Galaxies 3-Oct Olympia WA, Manium Warehouse 4-Oct Seattle WA, El Corazon 5-Oct Portland OR, Loveland 6-Oct Eureka OR, Accident Gallery 7-Oct Oakland CA, Auto Gallery SHAI HULUD 18-Aug Auckland NZ, Papa Jacks 19-Aug Hamilton NZ, Ward Lane 20-Aug Auckland NZ, Ellen Mellville 21-Aug Sydney AUS, Annandale 24-Aug Brisbane AUS, The Rev 25-Aug Adelaide AUS, Enigma Bar 26-Aug Perth AUS, Rosemount 27-Aug Perth AUS, HQ 28-Aug Melbourne AUS, Stonecutters 29-Aug Melbourne AUS, Corner Hotel SINCE BY MAN 3-Sep Huntington WV, HYAMP 4-Sep Pittston PA, The Staircase 5-Sep New Haven CT, Toad's Place 6-Sep Syracuse NY, Club Tundra 6-Oct Seattle WA, El Corazon 7-Oct Spokane WA, Fat Tuesday's Concert Hall 8-Oct Boise ID, The Venue 10-Oct Roseville CA, The Underground Cafe 11-Oct San Francisco CA, Bottom of the Hill 12-Oct Fresno CA, Big Game Studios 13-Oct Bakersfield CA, Jerry's Pizza 14-Oct Anaheim CA, Chain Reaction 15-Oct Phoenix AZ, The Modified 17-Oct Dallas TX, The Galaxy Club 18-Oct San Antonio TX, Sanctuary 19-Oct Houston TX, Mary Jane's Fat Ca 21-Oct Atlanta GA, Masquerade Downstairs 22-Oct St. Petersburg FL, State Theatre 23-Oct Tallahassee FL, The Beta Bar 25-Oct Charlotte NC, The Casbah 26-Oct Baltimore MD, Sonar 27-Oct Philadelphia PA, First Unitarian Church 28-Oct Latham NY, Saratoga Winners 29-Oct Providence RI, The Living Room 30-Oct Buffalo NY, The Buffalo Icon 31-Oct Detroit MI, Alvins 01-Nov Cleveland OH, Peabody's 02-Nov Grand Rapids MI, Ten Bells Nightclub 03-Nov Wheeling IL, Hang Out's 04-Nov Minneapolis MN, The Ascot Room 05-Nov Iowa City IA, Gabe's Oasis 06-Nov St. Louis MO, Creepy Crawl

Hellfest Cancelled! | punkrockreviews.com

Hellfest's Official Statement: Due to circumstances beyond our control, Hellfest has been cancelled. After a full day in court in Burlington County, NJ, Hellfest was unable to meet unreasonable demands brought to Hellfest’s attention by the Sovereign Bank Arena on August 16, 2005 at 6:21 PM, and to be met by August 17, 2005 at 7:00 AM. Actions were taken and Hellfest had an injunction filed by noon on August 17, 2005, but was overruled by the judge. We send our deepest apologies out to the fans and everyone who was involved with the event and want you to be aware that legal action is being taken. For ticket refunds please contact the Sovereign Bank Arena box office.

New Lineup for Imperial and Some New Shows to Boot | punkrockreviews.com

IMPERIAL, of Pluto Records, has announced the first of many shows coming up that will feature their new line-up and the guys playing some new material they have been working on. September 18th - Orlando, FL: Back Booth features Secret Lives Of The Freemasons, Across Five Aprils, Glory of This, and more! More dates will be posted as they are confirmed. Check out http://www.myspace.com or http://www.imperialrock.com for more information.

Fenix TX Gearing Up Again... | punkrockreviews.com

But only for one tour, so you better check it out while you have the chance. Fenix Tx are back after breaking up 3 years ago, for one world wide tour. The band is playing 2 shows in Arizona, to be followed by a world tour. The US tour will be a Drive-Thru tour with Fenix Tx, Allister, Houston Calls and Day At The Fair in October/November. UK and Japan announcements to follow soon. August 19th - The Club House, Tempe AZ Fenix Tx Home Grown Never Heard Of It The Cover Up Mink Rebellion Tickets available at http://www.ticketweb.com or Zia Records.....$12 August 20th - The Rialto Theater Fenix Tx Home Grown Never Heard Of It Transit War Tickets available at http://www.rialtotheater.com, Zia Records and Bookmans. $11 and $12

Your Chance to Creat a Compilation Track List! | punkrockreviews.com

TDR Records (started by Michael Hollins, former associate of To Define Records) has launched a label and website. With releases by Mayfield, Color Blind Light, and a split 7 inch between Punchline & Over It, TDR Records has become a well-known home base for Chicago music listeners. With their next release, they are putting out a compilation CD of signed and unsigned bands from across the country. There will be 20 spots available. Space is beginning to fill up, so please get in touch with them through email at mike@tdrrec.com. Or send in your song of choice to the address on our website - http://www.tdrrec.com. They are also revamping their street team and mailing list so if you're interested in passing out flyers, promoting, and receiving updates, sign up at their website.

Halfwayhome Drummer Seriously Injured in Tragic Accident | punkrockreviews.com

The following is a direct letter from The Death Scene Recording Company & Static PR. All of us here at PRR have Keith, his friends, and his family in our thoughts. "Keith Watton, drummer for Halfwayhome, had an accident while trying to hop over a fence. The fence broke beneath him and he landed awkwardly on his neck. The doctors still do not have much of a prognosis. What they did tell us is that he broke the 4th, 5th, and 6th vertabrae in his neck and did some significant damage to his spinal cord. As of now he is paralyzed from the chest down. On a positive note he has some very basic motor movement in his arms. The doctors say that only time will tell the full extent of the damage and that it is going to be a very long road -- most likely years. Keith is scheduled to have surgery on Tuesday but if he shows any signs at all of improvement they will postpone the surgery for as long as necessary. He is currently in traction to try to straighten out his neck and spinal chord and is on steroids to help the swelling. Please keep Keith, his family, and friends in your thoughts and prayers! A PayPal fund has been set up for Keith, so donations may be directed to keith@thedeathscene.com, and there will most likely be a benefit show in the So Cal area. If you have ever met Keith then you know you know he is one of the nicest and funniest people you will ever meet and this is a truly tragic occurence. If you would like to send Keith a card or gift just send it to the following address and we will make sure that he gets it as soon as possible also please stay tuned for info on our efforts to help Keith. Keith Watton c/o Chas Smith 2822 N. Ridgewood St. Santa Ana, CA 92705 Again, PayPal donations may be made via www.paypal.com, with monetary contributions sent to keith@thedeathscene.com. Thank you, The Death Scene Recording Company & Static PR"

New Transplants Site | punkrockreviews.com

Been dying for more information on the Transplants? Well hold your breath no longer. Their new site is up and life and you can see it here: http://www.thetransplants.com. You'll find some video links, including a studio footage snippet, and the new 'Gangsters and Thugs' video. Video feat. 'Tall Cans in the Air' is posted as well. Additional footage will soon be added (June 10). New photos are also on the site. Transplants will be on Warped Tour all summer, and their new album HAUNTED CITIES arrives June 21st.

Get a Great Album and Maybe Win an Ipod?!? Sign Me Up! | punkrockreviews.com

Pre-order Denver Dalley's latest slab of sublime song craft - Statistics' "Often Lie" (out July 12). Omaha native and Desaparecidos co-songwriter Denver Dalley delivers delicate odes to forgotten radio DJs and loves lost with electronic flourishes while crushing choruses butt up against a wash of breathtaking production. And if that's not enough to entice you, every pre-order customer is entered to win an iPod shuffle freshly loaded with Denver's top ten Jade Tree albums! Pre-Order link: http://merchnow.com/store/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=JT&Product_Code=JT:JDT1105-2&Category_Code=MUSIC&Product_Count=0 "Final Broadcast" MP3: http://64.156.1.192/Statistics-Final_Broadcast.mp3

The Lawrence Arms Don't Need No Stinkin' Break | punkrockreviews.com

The Lawrence Arms are hitting the road again in support of a new/old CD on Asian Man Records called "Cocktails & Dreams." They have another Fat Wreck record due out sometime next year. They will also be touring with Smoke Or Fire in July. 5/26/05 Mad Planet - Milwaukee, WI 5/27/05 Triple Rock - Minneapolis, MN 5/28/05 The House - Dekalb, IL 5/29/05 Alvin's - Detroit, MI (18 over) 5/30/05 Grog Shop - Cleveland, OH 5/31/05 Mohawk Place - Buffalo, NY 6/1/05 West Haven American Legion - West Haven, CT 6/2/05 The ICC - Allston, MA 6/4/05 Tribeca Rock Club - New York, NY 6/7/05 Ottobar - Baltimore, MD 6/8/05 The Nanci Raygun - Richmond, VA 6/10/05 Rhino's - Bloomington, IN 6/12/05 The Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL 6/25/05 Washington Pavillion Schulte Room - Sioux Falls, SD 6/26/05 El Torreon - Kansas City, MO (w/ Smoke or Fire) 6/27/05 Rock Island - Denver, CO (w/ Smoke or Fire) 6/28/05 Navajo Hogan - Colorado Springs, CO (w/ Smoke or Fire) 7/5/05 Bottom Of The Hill - San Francisco, CA (w/ Smoke or Fire) 7/17/05 Creepy Crawl - St. Louis, MO (w/ Smoke or Fire)

"Searching for" Against Me! | punkrockreviews.com

Against Me! has a new album, "Searching For A Former Clarity," coming out on September 6th. You can hear a new AM! tune on Fat Wreck's new FLOYD sampler which you can get at the Fat booth on Warped Tour or through Fat Mailorder. For now, Against Me! is setting their sights on Canada, lookie: 5/19/05 Bombshelter - Manchester, NH 5/20/05 The Station - Portland, ME 5/21/05 The Chance - Poughkeepsie, NY 5/22/05 Anti - Quebec City, QC 5/23/05 El Salon - Montreal, QC 5/24/05 Babylon - Ottawa, ON 5/25/05 The Scherzo - Kingston, ON 5/26/05 Call The Office - London, ON 5/27/05 Kathederal - Toronto, ON 5/29/05 Canadian Night Club - Sault Ste Marie, ON 5/31/05 West End Cultural Center - Winnipeg, MB 6/2/05 Starlite Room - Edmonton, AB 6/3/05 The Underground - Calgary, AB

Have Use for a New No Use for a Name Album? | punkrockreviews.com

The latest full length from NUFAN, "Keep Them Confused," will be out June 14th. Starting on June 7th order through Fat Wreck and get a signed copy of the CD! The band will be doing some shows in Canada as well as playing the Warped Tour's mainstage. Stay tuned for a new mp3 and check out the album info and art here: http://www.fatwreck.com/albumdetail.php3?sd=&cat_num=691

Hot Water Music on extended hiatus | Bart

Straight from Jason Black... "First of all, Hot Water Music is not breaking up. For better or worse, it's pretty damn doubtful that we ever will end the band. We will, however, be taking an extended break due to the fact that Chuck has decided to concentrate on life off of the road for an as-of-yet undetermined amount of time. Although it would admittedly be more exciting if there had been some massive backstage blowout between the four of us over who drank the last Corona, there was no such incident, so we gotta go with the boring old excuse of family. If you'll remember from physics that for each action there is an equal and opposite reaction, then you should read on. As for Chris, George, and myself, we just can't get enough of driving across Texas on I-10 so we're going to keep fighting the good fight. New songs, new name, new band. And man, are we fucking stoked about it! We've already written almost an entire album's worth of material and we're not slowing down at all. Around the 14th of this month, the three of us will be heading up to Salad Days and getting into the thick of things with Brian McTernan in the hopes of birthing some extremely ass-kicking demos. As far as band name, label, release dates, if anyone else is gonna be in this thing--your guess is as good as ours (don't take this as an open letter to send us all your ass-up ideas for band names; send good ones only, please). We're hoping to start playing some shows around Gville in the next 4 to 6 weeks, and of course we'll give you more info as things start getting off the ground a bit more. We'll also be launching independent web, myspace, and purevolume sites for the new band as soon as possible. like when we have a name, maybe. In the meantime Hot Water Music will be releasing another singles collection via No Idea. They're shooting for a fall release date and promise "it won't take as long as the Rumbleseat record has."

An Angel on Tour | punkrockreviews.com

* 5/19 Bakersfield, CA @ Jerry's Pizza * 5/20 Las Vegas, NV @ Jillian's * 5/25 Sacramento, CA @ Old Ironsides ** * 6/02 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court w/ Steel Train * 6/04 Iowa City, IA @ Gabes Oasis w/ Steel Train * 6/05 Chicago, Illinois @ The Bottom Lounge w/ Steel Train * 6/06 Grand Rapids, Michigan @ Skelletones w/ Steel Train * 6/07 Clarkston, Michigan @ TNL w/ Steel Train

Rushmore Records Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

Check 'em out: Day At The Fair * 5/18/05 Canoga Park, CA @ Cobalt Cafe * 5/25/05 Glouchester, VA @ Jitters * 5/26/05 Charlotte, NC @ The Milestone * 5/27/05 Orlando, FL @ FS Live * 5/28/05 Pompano Beach, FL @ Solid Sound Studios * 5/29/05 West Palm Beach, FL @ Spanky's * 5/30/05 Atlanta, GA @ Swayze's * 5/31/05 Knoxville, TN @ The Tone Yard * 6/01/05 Memphis, TN @ The Complex * 6/02/05 Monroe, LA @ The Paraground * 6/03/05 San Antonio, TX @ Sam's Burger Joint * 6/04/05 Dallas, TX @ The Door * 6/05/05 Plano, TX @ The Legacy Church * 6/06/05 Wichita Falls, TX @ American Legion * 6/07/05 El Paso, TX @ House of Rock n' Roll * 6/10/05 Canoga Park, CA @ Cobalt Café * 6/11/05 Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction * 6/12/05 Universal City, CA @ The Saddle Ranch * 6/13/05 Las Vegas, NV @ Jillians * 6/14/05 Salt Lake City, UT @ Mo's Grill * 6/16/05 Denver, CO @ The Climax Lounge * 6/18/05 Omaha, NE @ The Ranch Bowl * 6/22/05 Flint, MI @ The Local 432 * 6/23/05 Huntington, WV @ The Hyamp * 6/24/05 Akron, OH @ The Amp * 6/25/05 Buffalo, NY @ Continental * 6/26/05 Albany, NY @ New Age Caberet * 6/27/05 Nashua, NH @ Club Drifters * 6/29/05 Amityville, NY @ Village Pub South http://www.myspace.com/dayatthefair Houston Calls * 5/19/05 Albany, NY @ Valentine's * 5/20/05 Buffalo, NY @ Xtreme Wheels Skate Park * 5/22/05 Towson, MD @ Recher Theatre * 6/04/05 Farmingdale, NY @ The Downtown http://www.purevolume.com/houstoncalls Self Against City * 5/19/05 Albany, NY @ Valentine's * 5/20/05 Buffalo, NY @ Xtreme Wheels Skate Park * 5/22/05 Towson, MD @ Recher Theatre http://www.purevolume.com/selfagainstcity

Vans Warped Tour 2005 Tracklists Announced | punkrockreviews.com

The 2005 Vans Warped Tour Compilation is the eighth CD in a series of compilations brought to you by Los Angeles based Independent label SIDEONEDUMMY Records and The Vans Warped Tour, due to hit the street June. The Vans Warped Tour kicks off its eleventh year in June. The tracks include offerings from MxPx, No Use For A Name, The Offspring, Pennywise, Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphy’s and Tsunami Bomb and newcomers The Street Dogs, Armor For Sleep, Bedouin Soundclash and Gogol Bordello an many others.

More Jade Tree Tour Dates Than a Kid Could Want | punkrockreviews.com

BREATHER RESIST 4/26 - 5/7 w/ Melt Banana 5/22 - 5/30 w/ Cult of Luna 05/03/2005 Lansing, MI United States @ Mac's Bar 05/04/2005 Bloomington, IN United States @ Rhino's 05/05/2005 Chicago, IL United States @ The Abbey Pub 05/06/2005 Madison, WI United States @ High Noon Saloon 05/07/2005 Minneapolis, MN United States @ 7th Street Entry 05/09/2005 Fargo, ND United States @ Billiards 05/10/2005 Sioux Falls, ND United States @ Renner American Legion Hall 05/11/2005 Cedar Falls, IA United States @ FUK Garage 05/22/2005 Nashville, TN United States @ The Muse 05/23/2005 Kansas City, MO United States @ El Torreon 05/23/2005 St. Louis, MO United States @ Creepy Crawl 05/25/2005 Denver, CO United States @ Rock Island 05/27/2005 Tempe, AZ United States @ The Clubhouse 05/29/2005 Anaheim, CA United States @ Chain Reaction 05/29/2005 Los Angeles, CA United States @ Spaceland 05/30/2005 San Francisco, CA United States @ Bottom of the Hill FROM ASHES RISE All dates w/ Coliseum and the Observers Download Tour Poster [2.5MB PDF] 4/28 - 5/4 with Paint It Black (except 5/2) 05/03/2005 Seattle, WA United States @ El Corazon 05/04/2005 Portland, OR United States @ Solid State PAINT IT BLACK 4/28 - 5/4 with From Ashes Rise, Coliseum (except 5/2) Download Tour Poster [2.3MB PDF] 6/8 - 6/25 European Tour 05/03/2005 Seattle, WA United States @ El Corazon 05/04/2005 Portland, OR United States @ Solid State 05/05/2005 Redding, CA United States @ The Space 05/06/2005 Santa Cruz, CA United States @ Veterans Hall Basement 05/07/2005 Los Angeles, CA United States @ The Poison Apple 06/08/2005 Reykjavik Iceland @ The Cave 06/09/2005 Arnhem Netherlands @ Goudvishal 06/10/2005 Copenhagen Denmark @ Stengade 30 06/11/2005 Bremen Germany @ Wehrschloss 06/12/2005 Berlin Germany @ Wild At Heart 06/13/2005 Herten Germany @ JZ Nord 06/14/2005 Munchen Germany @ Backstage 06/15/2005 Wien Austria @ Arena 06/16/2005 Mailand Italy @ Leoncavallo 06/17/2005 Luzern Switzerland @ Sedel Club 06/18/2005 Antwerpen Belgium @ Hof Ter Lo 06/19/2005 Han-sur-Lesse Belgium @ Sortie 23 06/20/2005 Norwich England @ The Ferry Boat 06/21/2005 Hull England @ The Welly Club 06/22/2005 Manchester England @ Star and Garter 06/23/2005 Bristol England @ The Croft 06/24/2005 London England @ Underworld 06/25/2005 Le Mans France @ Fury Fest PEDRO THE LION 5/14 David Bazon will be performing solo 05/03/2005 Decatur, IL United States @ Millikin University 05/05/2005 Ellensburg, WA United States @ Central Washington University 05/14/2005 Orlando, FL United States @ Central Florida Fairgrounds STRIKE ANYWHERE 4/29 - 5/15 Deconstruction Tour 6/18 - 7/18 Warped Tour 2005 05/05/2005 Paris France @ Hall d'Expo St Martin 05/06/2005 Trier Germany @ Arena - Germany 05/07/2005 Winterthur Switzerland @ Eishalle Deutweg 05/08/2005 Milan Italy @ Palasesto 05/12/2005 Toulouse France @ Le Scenith 05/13/2005 Barcelona Spain @ Razzmatazz 05/14/2005 Madrid Spain @ La Riviera 05/15/2005 Lisbon Portugal @ Pavilhao do Restelo 06/18/2005 Columbus, OH United States @ Germain Amphitheatre 06/19/2005 Milwaukee, WI United States @ Marcus Amphitheater 06/21/2005 Maryland Heights, MO United States @ UMB Bank Pavilion 06/22/2005 Kansas City, KS United States @ Verizon Wireless Amphitheater Lot 06/24/2005 Dallas, TX United States @ Smirnoff Music Centre 06/25/2005 Houston, TX United States @ Reliant Center 06/26/2005 Selma, TX United States @ Verizon Wireless Amphitheater - Selma, TX 06/28/2005 Las Cruses, NM United States @ NMSU Practice Field 06/29/2005 Peoria, AZ United States @ Peoria Stadium 06/30/2005 Chula Vista, CA United States @ Coors Amphitheatre 07/01/2005 Long Beach, CA United States @ Cal State Long Beach 07/02/2005 San Francisco, CA United States @ Pier 30/32 07/03/2005 Ventura, CA United States @ Seaside Park 07/04/2005 Fresno, CA United States @ Save Mart Center 07/06/2005 Pomona, CA United States @ Fairplex At Pomona 07/07/2005 Marysville, CA United States @ Sleep Train Amphitheatre 07/08/2005 Boise, ID United States @ Idaho Center Amphitheatre Lot 07/09/2005 George, WA United States @ Gorge Amphitheatre 07/10/2005 Portland, OR United States @ Columbia Meadows 07/12/2005 Vancouver, BC Canada @ UBC Thunderbird Stadium 07/14/2005 Calgary, AB Canada @ Race City Speedway 07/15/2005 Bozeman, MT United States @ Gallatin County Fairgrounds 07/16/2005 Salt Lake City, UT United States @ Utah State Fairgrounds 07/17/2005 Denver, CO United States @ Invesco Field 07/21/2005 Wilkes-Barre, PA United States @ Cafe Metropolis 07/22/2005 Baltimore, MD United States @ The Ottobar THE EXPLOSION All dates w/ The Loved Ones 05/03/2005 Chapel Hill, NC United States @ Cat's Cradle 05/04/2005 Atlanta, GA United States @ Hell @ The Masquerade 05/06/2005 Chicago, IL United States @ The Bottom Lounge 05/07/2005 Detroit, MI United States @ Alvins 05/08/2005 London, ON Canada @ Call The Office 05/09/2005 Toronto, ON Canada @ Kathedral 05/11/2005 Montreal, QC Canada @ El Salon 05/12/2005 Portland, ME United States @ The Station 05/13/2005 Cambridge, MA United States @ The Middle East Upstairs 05/14/2005 New York, NY United States @ The Knitting Factory NY THE LOVED ONES 4/21 - 5/14 w/ The Explosion (except 5/5 & 5/10) 6/4 - 6/17 w/ Tsunami Bomb 05/03/2005 Chapel Hill, NC United States @ CD Alley 05/03/2005 Chapel Hill, NC United States @ Cat's Cradle 05/04/2005 Atlanta, GA United States @ Hell @ The Masquerade 05/05/2005 Indianapolis, IN United States @ Dick's 05/06/2005 Chicago, IL United States @ The Bottom Lounge 05/07/2005 Detroit, MI United States @ Alvins 05/07/2005 Toledo, OH United States @ Culture Clash 05/08/2005 London, ON Canada @ Call The Office 05/08/2005 London, ON Canada @ Dr. Disc 05/09/2005 Toronto, ON Canada @ Kathedral 05/10/2005 Ottawa, ON Canada @ Mavericks 05/11/2005 Montreal, QC Canada @ El Salon 05/12/2005 Portland, ME United States @ The Station 05/13/2005 Cambridge, MA United States @ The Middle East Upstairs 05/14/2005 New York, NY United States @ The Knitting Factory NY 05/15/2005 Philadelphia, PA United States @ 94.1 WYSP Loud and Local 06/04/2005 Portland, OR United States @ Meow Meow 06/04/2005 Portland, OR United States @ Music Millennium 06/05/2005 Seattle, WA United States @ El Corazon 06/06/2005 Vancouver, BC Canada @ Mesa Luna 06/08/2005 Calgary, AB Canada @ The Warehouse 06/08/2005 Calgary, AB Canada @ Sloth Records 06/09/2005 Edmonton, AB Canada @ The Starlite Room 06/10/2005 Regina, SK Canada @ The Exchange 06/11/2005 Winnipeg, MB Canada @ Pyramid Cabaret 06/11/2005 Winnipeg, MB Canada @ Music Trader 06/12/2005 Fargo, ND United States @ VFW Hall - Fargo 06/12/2005 Fargo, ND United States @ Vinyl Connection 06/13/2005 Minneapolis, MN United States @ Triple Rock 06/15/2005 Des Moines, IA United States @ House of Bricks 06/16/2005 Indianapolis, IN United States @ Emerson Theatre 06/17/2005 Chicago, IL United States @ The Bottom Lounge 06/19/2005 Wilkes-Barre, PA United States @ Cafe Metropolis THESE ARMS ARE SNAKES 4/19 - 5/13 w/ Underoath, The Chariot, Fear Before the March of Flames (except 5/2) 5/19 - 6/18 European Tour 05/03/2005 Norfolk, VA United States @ The Norva 05/04/2005 Charlotte, NC United States @ Tremont Music Hall 05/05/2005 Atlanta, GA United States @ The Masquerade 05/06/2005 Nashville, TN United States @ Rocketown 05/07/2005 Homewood, AL United States @ Homewood Armory 05/08/2005 Pensacola, FL United States @ The Gutter Lounge 05/09/2005 Tallahassee, FL United States @ The Beta Bar 05/11/2005 Jacksonville, FL United States @ Free Bird Cafe 05/12/2005 Ft Lauderdale, FL United States @ Revolution 05/13/2005 Tampa, FL United States @ Masquerade 05/19/2005 Mulheim Germany @ AZ 05/20/2005 Berlin Germany @ Magnet 05/21/2005 Braunschweig Germany @ Nexus 05/25/2005 Mailand Italy @ Leoncavallo 06/15/2005 Darmstadt Germany @ Oetinger Villa 06/16/2005 Lustenau Austria @ Culture Factory 06/17/2005 Saarlouis Germany @ Juz

TKO Records Summer Tour Dates! | punkrockreviews.com

This May SMUT PEDDLERS, STRAITJACKET and COMPLETE CONTROL will all be touring the USA. Check http://www.tkorecords.com/tours.html for the latest dates, and for info on other TKO bands on tour in Europe and playing local shows in your area!!

New Bane Album Just Days Away | punkrockreviews.com

From now until The Note's May 17th release date, BANE will be posting a new song every few of days on Purevolume.com/Bane! Head there now to listen to four songs from The Note: "Hoods Up," "Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda," "Don't Go," and "Pot Committed." Preorders for The Note are now being taken at Interpunk.com, Tower.com, and Smartpunk.com. Receive a free limited edition BANE t-shirt with pre-orders (while supplies last)! BANE will be playing three album release shows in the Northeast the weekend of May 20th with Weerd Science, Suicide File, and With Honor on select dates. Then they'll be taking Evergreen Terrace, Cursed, and Verse on tour across the entire United States during the month of June. Upcoming tour dates 05/20 - Albany, NY @ Shelter Skatepark (35 Commerce Ave) 7pm $8/10 w/With Honor, Weerd Science, Charge *BANE CD RELEASE SHOW* 05/21 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (upstairs) 7pm $12/14 w/Suicide File, Weerd Science, Have Heart, No Trigger *BANE CD RELEASE SHOW* 05/22 - New York, NY @ CBGB's 5pm $12 w/Suicide File, Weerd Science *BANE CD RELEASE SHOW* 05/26 - Providence, RI @ The Living Room 7pm $12 w/Outbreak, Weerd Science, Goat Island, The Blue Bloods 05/27 - Burlington, VT @ 242 Main 7:30pm $10 w/Silent Drive, Weerd Science, From The Ground Up 05/28 - Allston, MA @ ICC Church 5pm $12 w/Suicide File, Weerd Science w/ Evergreen Terrace, Cursed, Verse 06/14 - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade 6:30pm $12 06/15 - Nashville, TN @ The Muse (835 4th Ave) 7pm $10/12 06/16 - Memphis, TN @ The Complex 6pm $10 06/17 - St.Louis, MO @ Creepy Crawl 7:30pm $10 06/18 - Rock Island, IL @ UAW Hall (4511 4th Ave) $12/15 06/19 - Wes Dundee, IL @ Clearwater Theatre 5pm $10 06/20 - Minneaplis, MN @ Triple Rock Social Club 5pm $10 06/24 - Vancouver, BC @ Video In Studios (1965 Main St) 7pm $12/14 06/25 - Seattle, WA @ El Corazon (formerly Graceland) 4pm $10/12 06/27 - San Francisco, CA @ Pound SF (Pier 96 @ Cargo & Jennings) 7pm $10/12 06/28 - Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction 7pm $13 06/29 - San Diego, CA @ Epicentre 6:30pm $12 06/30 - West Hollywood, CA @ Troubadour 7pm $12 07/01 - Henderson, NV @ Roadhouse Casino 6:30pm $12 07/02 - Tempe, AZ @ Clubhouse (1320 E. Broadway Rd 7pm $10/12 07/04 - Denver, CO @ Rock Island 7:30pm $10/12 07/05 - Kansas City, MO @ El Torreon 6pm $10/12 07/06 - indianapolis, IN @ Bubba's Bowling Club (325 S.College Ave) 7pm $10/12 07/07 - Detroit, MI @ Alvin's 7pm $10/12 07/08 - Cleveland, OH @ Pirates Cove (2083 East 21st) 7pm $10/12 For more information, visit www.equalvision.com.

The Transplants announce tracklisting | Bart

Tim Armstrong, Travis Barker and Rob Aston, collectively known as The Transplants, have just made available the official tracklisting for their new LP titled "Haunted Cities" which will arrive in stores on June 21st. Here it is: 1. Not Today (feat. Sen dog) 2. Apocalypse Now 3. Gangsters and Thugs 4. What I can't describe (feat. Boo yaa tribe) 5. Doomsday 6. Killafornia (feat. B.real) 7. American guns 8. Madness 9. Hit the fence 10. Red dawn 11. Pay any price 12. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 13. I want it all 14. Crash and burn (feat. Rakaa)

Punk-O-Rama 10 | Bart

The 10th installment in Epitaph's Punk-O-Rama series is set to be released on June 7th. The long awaited final tracklisting is as follows: 01. Motion City Soundtrack – When You’re Around 02. Matchbook Romance – Lovers & Liars 03. The Matches – Shoot Me In The Smile * 04. From First To Last – Failure By Designer Jeans 05. Sage Francis – Sun vs. Moon 06. Bad Religion – News From The Front * 07. This Is Me Smiling – Mixin’ Up Adjectives * 08. Youth Group – Shadowland 09. Scatter The Ashes – From The Tops of Trees * 10. Some Girls – I Need Drugs 11. DANGERDOOM – Mince Meat * 12. The Offspring – Mission From God * 13. Converge – Black Cloud 14. Hot Water Music – Last Goodbyes * 15. The Bouncing Souls – Anchors Aweigh (live) * 16. Millencolin – Farewell My Hell 17. Dropkick Murphys – The Warrior’s Code 18. The Unseen – Dead Weight Falls 19. Rancid – White Knuckle Ride 20. Pennywise – Falling Down 21. NOFX – No Fun In Fundamentalism 22. Pulley – Bloodstain 23. The Special Goodness – Not The Way * 24. Tiger Army – Ghostfire 25. Roger Miret & The Disasters – Riot, Riot, Riot 26. The Coup – Laugh / Love / Fuck * * Previously Unreleased tracks

Transplants' New Song | Bart

The Transplants (Tim Armstrong, Travis Baker, Rob Aston) have a new song for you to listen to. The new album arrives on June 21st, but you can preview the track at the link below! Gangsters and Thugs: http://wm.atlrec.com/the_transplants/gangstersandthugs-wma-full.wma

Victory at the Beach | punkrockreviews.com

The Victory Records debut album from Sinai Beach - "Immersed" - hits the stores tomorrow! Check out http://www.victoryrecords.com/SinaiBeach/ECards for more details!

News from the World of Unsigned Bands | punkrockreviews.com

Saving Daylight are preparing for a summer tour with three dates in the California this April and May. When most people their age are studying for their finals, the five band members are splitting their time between college and recording new music. Expect many new songs to rock out to when they come to your town. Saving Daylight are the local band spotlight on the cover of the March/April issue of LA/OC’s influential free music magazine Highwire Daze and will have three songs on the next Skratch compilation. Saving Daylight’s debut EP is available now at the band’s shows and through their site. TOUR DATES (Subject to change) April, 27 2005 - The Whisky / Hollywood, CA W/ Shotblue April, 30 2005 - Club Retro / Orangevale, CA May, 6 2005 at WACC / Whittier, CA 8175 Villaverde Drive, W/Thornlake 05/20/05 - The Clubhouse / Tempe, AZ W/ Scary Kids Scaring Kids 05/21/05 - Gameworks / Las Vegas, NV 05/28/05 - Jive N Java / Fallon, NV 05/30/05 - The New Paris Theatre / Portland, OR 05/31/05 - Fat Tuesdays / Spokane, WA Visit Saving Daylight at: http://www.savingdaylight.net http://www.myspace.com/savingdaylight Los Angeles Rocketz are set to release their melodic, murder-themed debut CD “Rise of the Undead.” The album contains 13 tracks featuring titles like “Die Zombie Die” and “Vampire’s Sorrow.” For Rise of the Undead, the Rocketz teamed up with notable producer D.E. Hannigan. “It worked out great because he has an ear for mainstream music and tried to find a balance with our indie sound and potential radio play,” Tony Slash explains. In addition to their album, the Rocketz also have a song included on a compilation CD from Split Seven Records titled “Psycho Ward” due out in April. ON TOUR (information subject to change) 4/08 @ The Key Club, Hollywood, CA (w/Flame Trick Subs. All Ages) 4/23 @ The Zombie Lounge, San Diego, CA (w/The Screamin’ Yeehaws ) 4/24 @ Ibiza, Whittier, CA (Calavera Record Release Party. All Ages.) 4/29 @ Doll Hut, Anaheim, CA (w/The Chop Tops and The Southerners. 21+) 4/30 @ J King Neptunes, Sunset Beach, CA 5/05 @ The T Lounge, El Paso, TX 5/06 @ Sam’s Burger Joint, San Antonio, TX (w/Flametrick Subs) 5/07 @ Headhunters, Austin, TX (w/ Chadd Thomas & The Crazy Kings) 5/13 @ The Cat Club, Hollywood, CA (w/Graveside Rockers, Blitzkat Army and Blood Junkies’ Sean Kama acoustic. 10PM 21+) http://www.therocketz.com If you liked the first Koffin Kats CD, get ready for a new album that may not leave your CD player for a couple weeks. The Koffin Kats brand new album "Inhumane" is a record already getting talked about in the psychobilly and horror punk scenes. 15 slammin' tunes that combine equal elements of punk, rockabilly and goth. The Koffin Kats are signed to the PSYCHOBILLY*US Label imprint through HairBall8 Records. Hairball8 Records celebrates its tenth year with the release of “Inhumane” along with new releases from Asmodeus, Captain Bringdown & The Buzzkillers, Change Up, Demon City Wreckers, G-String, Kevin Goes 2 College, The Rocketz and Uptown Creepers. TOUR DATES (subject to change) 4/22/05 @ Alvin’s, Detroit, MI 5/14/05 @ Top Cat’s, Cincinatti, OH w/ Jerry King & The Rivertown Ramblers 5/28/05 @ Smalls, Detroit, MI w/ Calavera, The Deadcats, Rigor Phallus 5/29/05 @ Radio Radio, Indianapolis, IN w/ Calavera, The Deadcats, Rigor Phallus 6/04/05 @ Belmont, Hamtramck, MI Punks & Greasers Show w/ The Red Shift & others TBA 6/25/05 @ Melody Inn, Indianapolis, IN w/ The 7 Shot Screamers , The Cryptocats 7/05/05 @ Manium, Olympia, WA w/ G-String (France) , Dragstrip Riot, and Season of Nightmares 7/06/05 @ Sabala’s at Mt. Tabor, Portland, OR w/ G-String and TBA 7/07/05 @ The Pound, San Francisco, CA w/ G-String and TBA 7/08/05 @ Showcase Theater, Corona, CA w/ G-String and TBA 7/09/05 @ Elk’s Lodge, Los Angeles, CA 7/10/05 @ The Cooler Lounge, Las Vegas, NV w/ Babes in Sin Burlesque 7/12/05 @ Hotel Congress, Tucson, AZ w/ G-String and Demon City Wreckers 7/13/05 @ The Drifter Lounge, Silver City, NM w/ G-String 7/14/05 @ The T Lounge, El Paso, TX 7/15/05 @ Sam’s Burger Joint, San Antonio, TX w/ G-String, 12 Step Rebels, Concombre Zombi 7/16/05 @ TBA, Dallas, TX w/ G-String and TBA http://www.thekoffinkats.com

TSL Album Set for May | punkrockreviews.com

The Starting Line has been in the studio for months and now the waiting is finaly over for you TSL faithful. Their new effort "Based on a True Story" hits stores May 10th.

FAT News | Bart

No Use For A Name's new record (Keep Them Confused) comes out June 14th. They'll be head-lining the Warped Tour this year and will embark on their own tour in the fall. The Epoxies' Fat debut comes out May 17th.

Midnight Aria News | Bart

Midnight Aria's new record will be available for pre-order at Smartpunk.com shortly. To preview some of the songs head on over to http://www.purevolume.com/midnightaria and be sure to check out their home page at http://www.midnightaria.com before hitting up the store. Direct link to the album at Smartpunk is below. http://www.smartpunk.com/index.php?mainFrame=http://www.smartpunk.com/product.php?item_id=14417

Hollywood Museum showcasing Punk Rock Flyers | Bart

Outrageous! L.A. Punk Rock Flyers, Handbills and Posters (‘77-‘83) Februrary 24, – May 15, 2005 In ‘77/’78 the punk rock scene hit Los Angeles with a vengeance with bands such as X, Germs, Black Flag, Fear, Dickies, and countless others, plus a few out of town bands such as the Dead Kennedy's, Bad Brains, and D.O.A.. Los Angeles became the hub of hardcore punk rock. New clubs, such as the Masque, Godzillas, and the Hong Kong Cafe - as well as established clubs such as the Roxy, the Whiskey and the Troubadour, provided memorable shows. The artwork used to promote these shows was raw, edgy, and in your face, just like the music. This exhibition looks at the brilliant artwork the L.A. punk rock scene spawned. Artists, like Shawn Kerri, Raymond Pettibon, Pushead Lamort (aka Brian Schroeder), and Ric Clayton, produced monochromatic sketches full of rage, violence and sex. The rarest, and best known flyers, posters and handbills from this unique era in music history, are culled from the collection of Christian Michael Kulbe. More info at http://hollywoodmuseum.com/now_showing/nowshowing_current.html

Punk Rock for a cause | Bart

The Syrentha J. Savio Endowment (http://www.syrentha.org) is proud to announce the addition of From Autumn To Ashes, Converge, Bane, Motion City Soundtrack, The Get up Kids, Murder By Death, and Stretch Arm Strong, to it's growing repertoire of bands joining in the fight against breast cancer as part of the The Shirts for a Cure Project (http://www.shirtsforacure.com) The Syrentha J. Savio Endowment(SSE) is a non-profit organization that provides funding for chemotherapy and other medication for underprivileged women who cannot afford the growing expense of fighting breast cancer. In just under 30 months SSE has raised more than $160,000 through a series of events that include benefit concerts, dinners, auctions and awareness walks. Because SSE is very involved within the punk community, The Shirts For A Cure Project was launched so fans could have a chance to own an exclusive piece of merchandise while giving voice to the issues of Breast Cancer. When a band donates a shirt design, the design becomes an SSE exclusive, the site features limited edition t-shirts from various bands; My Chemical Romance, Thursday, Hot Water Music, Thrice, The Bouncing Souls, Strike Anywhere, and Taking Back Sunday are only some of the many artists participating in this project. These exclusive designs are only available online or at SSE events.

Planes Mistaken for Stars Pull Out of Tour | punkrockreviews.com

Straight from Gared O'Donnell (singer/guitarist for PMFS): “DEAR Friends, We have to pull out of our March/April Euro tour with Converge. We thought long and hard about the easiest way to break it to everyone without being cryptic or melodramatic. So here goes. We originally were going to pass on this tour because Chuck is expecting the birth of his baby girl in early April. Then, after little discussion and even less fanfare, Jamie decided to once again pick up the bass and fight the good fight with us for four whole weeks across the pond. We picked Jamie up in the midst of our recent tour with High On Fire to start practicing for the Converge tour. On our way back from Chicago we received a distressing phone call. Jamie's father, {and surrogate father to the rest of us}, was back in the hospital and in dire condition. Needless to say neither Jamie nor Chuck are in a position to leave their families at a time like this. And to be quite frank, neither are Matt, Mikey, or I. We are first and foremost a family, so leaving Chuck and Jamie here without us is out of the question. We promise we will be back, guns a blazing, in a couple of months with a whole slew of cool news for all of you. In the meantime please keep Jamie and Chuck in your thoughts and wishes. And thanx to everyone who have supported us as a band, and more importantly as people, for the last six or so years. LUV, GARED and PLANESMISTAKENFORSTARS”

Straylight Run Tour | punkrockreviews.com

This spring Straylight Run will be headlining the inaugural Alternative Press/Vans Tour, hitting cities across North America for five weeks in April and May. They are joined by Minus The Bear, Gratitude, The Honorary Title and label mates Spitalfield. “We are really psyched about this tour, we have a great line-up and are excited to play with all of them for the first time,” commented John Nolan. Straylight Run includes two former Taking Back Sunday members, the drummer from the now defunct Breaking Pangea, and John's (former TBS) sister. The first half of the tour (listed below) covers the East Coast, Midwest and West Coast, dates in Arizona, Texas, North Carolina, Washington, DC, Eastern Canada and New England will follow shortly. Bamboozle Festival will feature Straylight Run on Friday, April 29th, 2005. 4/1 Syracuse, NY 4/2 Providence, RI 4/3 Boston, MA 4/4 New York City 4/5 Indiana PA 4/6 Cleveland, OH 4/7 Detroit, MI 4/8 Chicago, IL 4/9 St. Louis 4/11 Colorado Springs/Ft Collins 4/12 Salt Lake City, UT 4/15 Seattle WA 4/16 Portland OR 4/17 San Francisco, CA 4/19 Anaheim CA 4/20 Anaheim, CA

Millencolin News | punkrockreviews.com

Sweden's MILLENCOLIN is back with a new album – Kingwood. Scheduled for release on April 12 the album was recorded in Orebro, Sweden, with producer Chips Kiesbye of Hellacopters fame. “I think it’s our best, most focused record yet,” guitarist Erick Ohlsson attests. To warm up and kick off the very busy year to come MILLENCOLIN will be heading off to the U.K. next month to tour with Good Charlotte, followed by a headlining tour of the West Coast in the U.S. this Spring and the Warped Tour this Summer. UK tour with Good Charlotte : March 18, 2005 - Apollo - Manchester - UK (Sold Out) March 19, 2005 - Academy - Birmingham - UK (Sold Out) March 20, 2005 - London - Brixton Academy- UK (Sold Out) March 22, 2005 - Glascow - Academy - Scotland (Sold Out) March 23, 2005 - Rockcity - Nottingham - UK (Sold Out) March 24, 2005 - Academy - Bristol - UK (Sold Out) US / West Coast Headlining Tour: May 17, 2005 - Seattle, WA May 18, 2005 - Portland, OR May 19, 2005 – San Francisco, CA May 20, 2005 - Anaheim, CA May 21, 2005 - San Diego, CA May 22, 2005 – Los Angeles, CA May 23, 2005 - Phoenix, AZ May 24, 2005 - Las Vegas, NV May 25, 2005 – SLC, UT May 26, 2005 - Denver, CO

DWARVES DVD | punkrockreviews.com

Straight from the distributor: "Music Video Distributors and the Dwarves are proud to present the home viewing release of Dwarves – F*#k You Up and Get Live for worldwide distribution on DVD. Notorious for their ferocious live performances spanning over two decades, the Dwarves have rocked and offended audiences the world over. This sinful 19-song performance DVD was filmed at the legendary Continental Club in NYC on October 18, 2004 and includes several extra music videos like "Over You", "We Must Have Blood", "Bleed On", "Pimp", and "Way Out" as well as alternate camera angles of the show. In this age of prepackaged punk and ready-made rebellion, the Dwarves remain fiercely independent and unrepentant to the end."

SideOneDummy Canadian Tour | punkrockreviews.com

The Casualties and The Briggs will be hitting the road together up north for a short Canandian tour. Check the dates: 04.16 - Hamilton,ON @ The Underground 04.17 - Toronto, ON @ The Funhaus 04.19 - London, ON @ Call The Office 04.20 - Kingston, ON @ Scherzo Pub 04.21 - Ottawa, ON @ Babylon 04.22 - Quebec City,QC @ Anti Hall 04.23 - Montreal,QC @ Foufounes Electriques 04.24 - Montreal, QC @ Le Shop more info: http://www.sideonedummy.com

Victory with Two New Bands | punkrockreviews.com

Victory Records has signed two new band - With Honor and The Forcast. With Honors was formed in 2002, and they are described as a powerful and unique style of spirited hardcore with melody. They previously released their self-titled debut and 2004’s “Heart Means Everything” on Stillborn Records. With Honor has toured with bands like Hatebreed, Sick Of It All, and H20 and has been seen with the New England Metalfest and Hellfest. With Honor has plans to hit the studio this summer and their Victory Records debut is planned for Fall 2005. http://www.victoryrecords.com and http://www.withhonor.com. From the quiet town of Peoria, Illinois, The Forecast exploded onto the indie rock circuit in 2001. They have played with Planes Mistaken For Stars, Hey Mercedes, Motion City Soundtrack, the Jealous Sound, the Velvet Teen. The band draws inspiration from Rainer Maria, Braid, and The Anniversary. In the spring of 2003, they entered the studio with AJ Mogis (Cursive, Bright Eyes, The Faint) in Lincoln, NE and recorded an EP entitled "Proof of Impact". Two more releases followed. A split with The 1090, as well as the "Relationships Ruin Friends" EP that was released earlier this month. Victory will release their much-anticipated full-length debut, also produced by Mogis, titled "Late Night Conversations" May 17th. Check them out at http://www.the-forecast.net.

Punchline/Over It Split Record | punkrockreviews.com

To Define Records will be releasing the Punchline/Over It split 7 inch record on April 26th, 2005. It will feature two exclusive acoustic tracks from both bands. Pre-orders start March 15th. Also be sure to check out the new Over It CD "Silverstrand" at lobsterrecords.com out March 8th.

Between the Buried and Me News | punkrockreviews.com

Thomas Giles Rogers, Jr., frontman for the revolutionary metalcore outfit Between The Buried And Me, decided to channel some of his creative energy into another project while preparing to hit the studio with BTBAM. This project, called ‘Giles’, is an amalgamation of Tommy’s love for electronic music and desire to do something creative and fresh. ‘Giles’ can be described as a combination of electroclash and industrial music written with a metal mindset. Tommy wrote the self-titled ‘Giles’ debut album as he would’ve written songs for Between The Buried And Me, except this time, he wrote and programmed them on a keyboard. ‘Giles’ sounds like a hodgepodge of Fischerspooner meets Diesel Boy meets Mike Patton and was written and produced solely by Thomas Giles Rogers, Jr.; it was recorded and mixed by Jamie King (also known for his work with Between The Buried And Me). Always into electronic music, Tommy wanted to take a chance at writing it and ‘Giles’ is the end result.

Victory for Sinai Beach | punkrockreviews.com

Victory Records will be releasing Sinai Beach's sophomore album, "Immersed," which was produced by Eric Rachel (Atreyu, Dillinger Escape Plan) at New Jersey's Trax East studios. The Southern California band has toured with Bleeding Through, Throwdown and Norma Jean and their music is in the vein of Pantera. Look for their Victory debut to be in stores mid-2005 and see the band on tour with The Juliana Theory and Zao in March/April!

Armor for Sleep In-Stores | punkrockreviews.com

Armor For Sleep will be playing a series of FREE acoustic in-store performances in support of their upcoming album, "What To Do When You Are Dead" (out Feb 22nd). Space is extremely limited, so pre-order your cd at the store to guarantee your spot at show, and receive an Armor For Sleep poster & limited edition version of "What To Do When You Are Dead" including a bonus DVD! 2/23 @ 4:00pm Looney Tunes 31 Brookvale Ave West Babylon, NY 11704 (631) 587-7722 http://www.looneytunescds.com 2/25 4:00pm Vintage Vinyl 51 Lafayette Rd. Fords, NJ 08863 (732) 225-7717 http://www.vvinyl.com 3/3 @ 4:00pm Rock-A-Billy's 8411 Hall Road Utica, MI 48317 (586) 731-0186 http://www.rockabillys.com 3/4 @ 4:00pm Tower Records 2301 N. Clark Street #200 Chicago, IL 60614 (773) 477-5994 http://www.tower.com 3/5 @ 4:00pm Vintage Vinyl 6610 Delmar St Louis MO 63130 (314) 721-8115 http://www.vvinyl.com

Jealous? | punkrockreviews.com

The Militia Group has recently signed THE JEALOUS SOUND. Hailing from Silver Lake, CA, The Jealous Sound became critically acclaimed upon the release of their 2000 self-titled EP and continued with their debut 2002 full-length "Kill Them with Kindness". Upon the release of "Kill Them With Kindness" the band hit the road becoming a veritable touring machine, playing numerous dates with artists like Foo Fighters, At the Drive-In, Death Cab for Cutie, The Get Up Kids, and The Promise Ring. The Jealous Sound plan on heading into the studio by spring of 2005 with hopes of releasing their Militia Group debut by summer of 2005.

It's Like Warped...but in the Winter | punkrockreviews.com

Kevin Lyman, creator of the Vans Warped Tour has announced the lineup for his first annual winter festival tour called the Taste Of Chaos. The tour will kick off on February 18, 2005 and plans to hit 38 cities. Bands featured are The Used and My Chemical Romance, along with Killswitch Engage, Senses Fail, A Static Lullaby and Underoath. Opiate for the Masses, Bleed The Dream and singer-songwriter Nicky P. will appear on a separate Acoustic Stage. Taste of Chaos is much like Warped in that fans can arrive early and play the latest video games, check out acoustic band performances, attend autograph signings with their favorite bands, and take part in a host of additional fan interactive activities to be announced. Taste of Chaos Tour Dates: Fri 02/18/05 Orlando, FL Edge Pavilion Sat 02/19/05 Miami, FL Pompano Beach Amphitheatre Sun 02/20/05 Jacksonville, FL Metropolitan Park Tue 02/22/05 Norfolk, VA Convocation Ctr. Wed 02/23/05 Fairfax, VA Patriot Center Thu 02/24/05 Poughkeepsie, NY Mid-Hudson Civic Center Fri 02/25/05 Camden, NJ Tweeter Center @ The Waterfront Sat 02/26/05 Asbury Park, NJ Convention Hall Sun 02/27/05 Asbury Park, NJ Convention Hall Mon 02/28/05 Lowell, MA Paul E. Tsongas Arena Wed 03/02/05 Portland, ME Cumberland County Civic Ctr. Thu 03/03/05 Montreal, QC Stade Uniprix Fri 03/04/05 Mississauga, ON Int'l Centre Arrow Hall Sat 03/05/05 London, ON John Labatt Centre Sun 03/06/05 Dayton, OH Hara Arena Tue 03/08/05 Toledo, OH Toledo Sports Arena Wed 03/09/05 Chicago, IL Aragon Ballroom Thu 03/10/05 Cleveland, OH CSU Convocation Center Fri 03/11/05 Detroit, MI Cobo Arena Sat 03/12/05 Milwaukee, WI The Rave / Eagles Club Sun 03/13/05 Saint Louis, MO The Pageant Tue 03/15/05 Madison, WI Alliant Energy Center Wed 03/16/05 West Des Moines, IA Val Air Ballroom Thu 03/17/05 Omaha, NE Sokol Auditorium Fri 03/18/05 Denver, CO Fillmore Auditorium Sat 03/19/05 Kansas City, KS Memorial Hall Sun 03/20/05 Saint Paul, MN Roy Wilkins Auditorium Tue 03/22/05 Saskatoon, SK Credit Union Centre Wed 03/23/05 Calgary, AB Stampede Corral Fri 03/25/05 Vancouver, BC Plaza Of Nations Sat 03/26/05 Everett, WA Everett Events Center Mon 03/28/05 San Jose, CA Event Center Arena Tue 03/29/05 Sacramento, CA Memorial Auditorium Wed 03/30/05 Fresno, CA Selland Arena Thu 03/31/05 Long Beach, CA Long Beach Arena Fri 04/01/05 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena Sat 04/02/05 Mesa, AZ Mesa Amphitheatre

Rasputin Lives | punkrockreviews.com

Japanese Pop-punk band Rasputin will be releasing their first full length “Atomic Youth” on Falcom Records on February 8th. Rasputin is a three piece pop-punk band in the vein of Green Day, and Screeching Weasel. For more information as well as mp3’s from the band please visit http://www.falcomrecords.com/

Snapcase Plays Final Show | punkrockreviews.com

Since 1991, Snapcase has led the quest to combine intellectual theory and aggressive music. Their reputation was built on songs exploring themes of self-determination and personal challenge; with complex guitar lines, harmonic distortion and relentless rhythms, they created a sonic explosion that made them one of hardcore’s greatest bands. At a time when the mainstream media didn’t acknowledge aggressive music with the open arms it offers today, Snapcase was very successful, selling more albums with each new release, growing stronger on their own, without the breaks that commercial radio might give a hard-edged band today. After releasing some of the most critically acclaimed hardcore albums of all time, touring with everyone from the Deftones and Papa Roach to NOFX, and influencing a wide range of bands like Boy Sets Fire, Thursday and Atreyu, the time has come for the band to say goodbye. Founder, lyricist and vocalist Daryl Taberski had this to say, “Fourteen years of Snapcase has been an amazing and unexpected journey for us. It has been an incredibly fun and interesting part of our lives where tangible rewards came as a result of hard work. We have had an amazing run as a band with the support of our friends, families and of course, great fans. Putting an end to something that has been so meaningful to us has been a difficult decision to make, but we feel it’s the right one. Our final show is going to be a celebration of our time as a band and the music that has been created by us over that period. We will go out on a positive note and show that it’s okay to celebrate death.” Classic albums like Lookinglasself, Progression Through Unlearning, Designs For Automotion and End Transmission traced the band’s evolution over time, but now its time to document their life and times as a band. Snapcase are hard at work compiling a DVD of the band’s history, with footage of performances, touring and more. Expect its release in 2005. The farewell show is scheduled for Saturday, January 22nd at The Sphere in Buffalo, NY. Snapcase promise a 20 song marathon pulled from their entire discography, and some special guests. They are available for interviews. Snapcase Farewell Show Saturday, January 22nd, 2005 The Sphere 681 Main Street (716) 852-3900 Doors open at 6pm Tickets $12 (advance) - $15 (door) charge by phone 716/852-5000

Check Out Something New | punkrockreviews.com

New Nitro band, THE LETTERS ORGANIZE, have a brand new FREE MP3 up called "Dressed Up In Gatwick." Their new album out March 22. Listen: http://www.nitrorecords.com/files/29/Dressed_Up_In_Gatwick.mp3

Matchbook Romance to Headline Epitaph Tour | punkrockreviews.com

The tour will be presented by FUSE and Alternative Press. Here is a list of the tour dates: 2/2 Bogarts, Cincinnati, OH 2/3 Duke Ellington Ballroom, DeKalb, IL 2/4 Mississippi Nights, St. Louis, MO 2/5 The Bottleneck, Lawrence, KS 2/6 Ogden Theatre, Denver, CO 2/8 Lo-Fi Cafe, Salt Lake City, UT 2/9 The Big Easy, Boise, ID 2/10 Graceland, Seattle, WA 2/11 Meow Meow, Portland, OR 2/12 The Boardwalk, Orangevale, CA 2/13 Slim's, San Francisco, CA 2/15 The Dome, Bakersfield, CA 2/16 House Of Blues, Anaheim, CA 2/17 House Of Blues, West Hollywood, CA 2/18 Soma, San Diego, CA 2/19 Marquee Theatre, Tempe, AZ 2/21 Trees, Dallas, TX 2/22 White Rabbit, San Antonio, TX 2/23 Meridian, Houston, TX 2/25 Club Downunder @ FSU, Tallahassee, FL 2/26 The Edge Concert Field, Orlando, FL 2/27 Free Bird Live, Jacksonville, FL 3/1 The Masquerade, Atlanta, GA 3/2 Tremont Music Hall, Charlotte, NC 3/3 9:30 Club, Washington, DC 3/4 Electric Factory, Philadelphia, PA 3/5 Starland, Sayerville, NJ 3/7 Irving Plaza, New York City, NY 3/8 Webster Theatre, Hartford, CT 3/9 Club Tundra, Syracuse, NY 3/12 Axis, Boston, MA 3/13 Water Street Music Hall, Rochester, NY 3/15 The Odeon, Cleveland, OH 3/16 St Andrews Hall, Detroit, MI 3/17 Metro, Chicago, IL 3/18 The Eagles Club II, Milwaukee, WI 3/19 The Quest, Minneapolis, MN

Release Dates for Hopeless and Sub City Records | punkrockreviews.com

KADDISFLY “Buy Our Intention; We’ll Buy You A Unicorn” Street Date: MARCH 8TH CD Release (HR676) Hopeless Records http://www.kaddisfly.com AGAINST ALL AUTHORITY / COMMON RIDER Split Street Date: APRIL 12TH MCD Release (HR677) Hopeless Records http://www.aaaonline.org http://www.commonrider.com AMBER PACIFIC Street Date: TBA in May CD Release (HR678) Hopeless Records http://www.amberpacific.com NURAL Street Date: TBA in June CD Release Hopeless & Sub City Records http://www.nuralmusic.com AGAINST ALL AUTHORITY Street Date: TBA in June CD Release Hopeless Records http://www.aaaonline.org MIKE PARK Street Date: TBA in July CD Release Sub City Records http://www.mikeparkmusic.com MUSTARD PLUG Street Date: TBA September/October CD/DVD Release Hopeless Records http://www.mustardplug.com EVER WE FALL Street Date: TBA September October CD Release Hopeless Records http://www.everwefall.com

Bands to Raise Money for Tsunami Victims | punkrockreviews.com

In light of the tragic events of December 26th, a number of bands are doing what they can to help, and to have you help as well. Check out these two benefit concerts, and if you don't live in the New York area, click on the bottom link to see how else you can help: Wednesday, January 12th : Taking Back Sunday My Chemical Romance Coheed And Cambria Senses Fail The Banner Like Yesterday. Doors 6pm. Proceeds To Benefit Musicforrelief.org, Linkin Park 's Charity founded to aid The Red Cross In helping victims of the December 26th tragedies Sunday, January 16th : The Starting Line Midtown The Early November Underoath The Youth Ahead + More TBA. Doors 2pm. Proceeds To Benefit Unicef Plus, A Limited-Edition Event T-Shirt Donated By Merch Direct And a commemorative event poster will be sold, with proceeds split between the charities. Both shows are at the Starland Ballroom: 570 Jernee Mill road, Sayreville NJ all-ages to enter, 21 to drink www.starlandballroom.com On sale Friday at 3:00PM via all Ticketmaster outlets Ticketmaster Charge By Phone (201-507-8900 / 609-520-8383 / 212-307-7171), Ticketmaster.com and the Starland Box Office. Tickets $25 http://www.musicforrelief.org/ http://www.redcross.org/ http://www.unicef.org/

Side One Dummy Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

Check out a bevy of tour dates from Side One Dummy: THE DAN BAND 1/12 - New York, NY - The Spirit Room 1/14 - Hollywood, CA - Avalon FLOGGING MOLLY 1/27 - Santa Barbara, CA - UCSB - The Hub 1/28 - Fresno, CA - Rainbow Ballroom 1/29 - Chico, CA - The Senator Theatre 1/30 - Santa Cruz, CA - The Catalyst 1/31 - San Jose, CA - The Blank Club 2/01 - San Luis Obispo, CA - SLO Veteran's Hall 2/11 - Seattle, WA - Graceland 2/12 - Seattle, WA - Graceland GUINNESS AND THE HOUSE OF BLUES PRESENT FLOGGING MOLLY w/ Special Guests Hot Water Music & The Riverboat Gamblers 2/22 - Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theatre 2/23 - Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theatre 2/25 - New Orleans, LA - House of Blues 2/26 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues 2/27 - Charlotte, NC - Tremont Music Hall 2/28 - Washington DC - 9:30 Club 3/02 - Boston, MA - Avalon 3/03 - New York, NY - Spirit Performance Center 3/04 - Philadelphia, PA - The Trocadero 3/05 - Philadelphia, PA - The Trocadero 3/06 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues 3/08 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues 3/09 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues 3/10 - Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue 3/11 - Kansas City, MO - The Beaumont Club 3/12 - Denver, CO - The Fillmore Auditorium 3/14 - San Francisco, CA - Warfield Theatre 3/15 - Los Angeles, CA - House of Blues 3/16 - Los Angeles, CA - House of Blues 3/17 - San Diego, CA - The Shamrock Festival (Gaslamp Quarter) 3/18 - Anaheim, CA - House of Blues 3/19 - Anaheim, CA - House of Blues 3/20 - Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues 5/30 - Chicago, IL - Chicago Gaelic Festival THE BRIGGS 1/07 - Hollywood, CA - The Knitting Factory GO BETTY GO 1/19 - Los Angeles, CA - Troubadour 3/04 - Santa Monica, CA - 14 Below 3/08 - Los Angeles, CA - Cal State - Daytime - FREE Show KILL YOUR IDOLS 1/08 - Easthampton, MA - The Flywheel 1/29 - Long Island, NY - Long Island Freespace - CD/LP RELEASE SHOW 2/05 - Lemoyne, PA - Champion Ship 2/13 - Wilkes Barre, PA - Cafe Metropolis 3/05 - Harrisburg, VA - Captain Tee's 3/06 - Baltimore, MD - The Talking Head AVOID ONE THING 2/04 - Somerville, MA - Abbey Lounge 2/11 - Wallingford, CT - Legion Hall 2/12 - Hoboken, NJ - Maxwells MAXEEN 2/09 - Tallahassee, FL - Union Ballroom 2/10 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues 2/12 - San Antonio, TX - White Rabbit 2/13 - Houston, TX - Engine Room 2/14 - Dallas, TX - Gypsy Ballroom

RIP Brandon Chevalier-Kolling | punkrockreviews.com

Leftover Crack reported before the holidays that drummer Brandon Chevalier-Kolling died in his sleep while in a hotel in Dallas, the night after a December 17th show. No cause of death was given for the 24-year-old drummer. A funeral was held on December 22nd. All of us here at PunkRockReviews.com send out our thoughts to Brandon's family and friends. The music scene will miss him.

Victory Records Tour News | punkrockreviews.com

Hawthorne Heights are excited to announce their first headlining North American tour since the release of their album, “The Silence In Black And White”, Victory’s fastest selling debut ever. They have invited label mates The Black Maria and Spitalfield to join them. Atreyu has packed up after a summer with Ozzfest and headed to the U.K. for a string of dates with The Black Maria in support. All shows were sold out in advance! The band also announced their first tour of 2005, which will launch at House Of Blues Anaheim on February 9th and run through March. On board for the tour are Unearth, Scars of Tomorrow and Norma Jean. Bury Your Dead and Premonitions of War will be hitting the road from January 20 through February 26th in support of Walls Of Jericho. Catch 22 are playing select East Coast dates in support of their new CD/DVD, “Live”. Produced by bassist Pat “Mingus”Kays, it contains 21 live tunes recorded at Long Island’s Downtown on the CD. For more info on all tours, go here: http://www.victoryaccess.com/tours.asp

Snapcase ALSO Calls it Quits | punkrockreviews.com

Frank Vicario had this to say: “It's no mystery that the popularity of the band has been waning over the past few years and it's tough to keep flogging a dead horse when hearts are in other places, whether that be with family, jobs and/or other bands. We reached an impasse where our core fan-base had been dwindling due to disenfranchisement with our newer material and since we were a band who had been around for a while; many people had already pigeonholed what they perceived our sound to be and were reluctant to give us a chance. You know how it is? We sure do.” The band’s farewell show will be at The Sphere, in their hometown of Buffalo, New York, on January 22nd.

T!T!T! RIP | punkrockreviews.com

It is my sad duty to let you know that the Minnesota rockers of Tora!Tora!Torrance! have called it quits. This was a band that did what they wanted and how they wanted and as long as you were willing to give it a chance, they were happy. I had an opportunity to talk with lead singer Nick Koenigs a while back and I can honestly say they were a band that were in it for the music and what the music meant to them. The band has made a statement on their website: gangttt.com

Take Action Tour | punkrockreviews.com

A bevy of info on the upcoming Take Action Tour: Artists confirmed for the fifth annual tour include headlining act SUGARCULT, with THE EARLY NOVEMBER, HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS, HEAD AUTOMATICA, ANBERLIN, MAXEEN, MÊLÉE, PLAIN WHITE T’s and HOPESFALL rounding out a rotating schedule. Beginning Friday, December 10, a limited amount of pre-sale tickets will be available for purchase at www.takeactiontour.com. The tour has partnered with Cinder Block Ticketing to host the ticket pre-sale event. In a strong showing of their commitment to the tour, Cinder Block Ticketing will offer TAKE ACTION! fans a super-low service fee for buying their tickets early. As an added bonus, during the pre-sale event TAKE ACTION VOL. 4--a 41 track, two-disc compilation set of today’s hottest acts in rock, punk, emo, indie and hardcore--will be available on the site for a sale price of $4.50. And last but not least, confirmed dates so far: Sugarcult, The Early November, Hawthorne Heights, Hopesfall Wed 2/2 Washington, DC 9:30 Club Sugarcult, The Early November, Hawthorne Heights, Head Automatica, Hopesfall Thu 2/3 Richmond, VA Canal Club Fri 2/4 Charlotte, NC Tremont Music Hall Sat 2/5 Atlanta, GA The Masquerade Sun 2/6 Nashville, TN Rocketown Sugarcult, The Early November, Hawthorne Heights, Head Automatica, Maxeen Tue 2/8 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Revolution Wed 2/9 Tallahassee, FL Union Ballroom Thu 2/10 Lake Buena Vista, FL House of Blues Sat 2/12 San Antonio, TX White Rabbit Sun 2/13 Houston, TX Engine Room Mon 2/14 Dallas, TX Gypsy Ballroom Sugarcult, Hawthorne Heights, Anberlin, Head Automatica, Melee Tue 2/15 Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater Fri 2/18 West Hollywood, CA House of Blues Sat 2/19 San Diego, CA Soma Sugarcult, Hawthorne Heights, Anberlin, Head Automatica, Plain White T’s Sun 2/20 Anaheim, CA House of Blues Mon 2/21 San Francisco, CA The Fillmore Thu 2/24 Seattle, WA Graceland Sun 2/27 Denver, CO Ogden Theatre Tue 3/1 Minneapolis, MN The Quest Wed 3/2 Chicago, IL House of Blues Sugarcult, Hawthorne Heights, Anberlin, Head Automatica, Hopesfall Thu 3/3 Cleveland, OH House of Blues Fri 3/4 Detroit, MI Clutch Cargo’s Sun 3/6 Pittsburgh, PA The World Wed 3/9 Hartford, CT Webster Theatre Thu 3/10 New York, NY Irving Plaza Fri 3/11 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom

MORE Give-a-ways! | punkrockreviews.com

"Tis the season to be giving! This year spend some time with your family and receive some free stuff from ours! August Comma Clothing, Dressed To Kill Records (USA), Sound The Sirens, and Wonkavision Magazine/Records bring you a giveaway with a prize that is sure make your holiday season a joyous one. There are over 15 items up for grabs including autographed merch from Days Like These, Deep Enough To Die, Kitty Kat Dirtnap and Zolof The Rock and Roll Destroyer and only ONE grand prize winner will be chosen! Click the link below to enter and have a Happy Holiday! http://www.soundthesirens.com/articles/index.php

Chick Power with Del Cielo | punkrockreviews.com

The ladies in Del Cielo are priming for the March release of "Us vs. Them." If you are interested in hearing more and if you live in the DC area be sure to check out their December gigs. December 18, Sat - Washington, DC punk rock flea market venue 6pm $6 or $5 with a donation for CFLS December 21, Mon - Washington, DC Black Cat www.blackcatdc.com 9pm with Princessed and Carol Bui Band $5

Jade Tree in the Xmas Spirit | punkrockreviews.com

Jade Tree Records is getting into the holiday spirit and hoping to pass it on to you as well. Running until the 31st of this month all the releases from 2004 will be on sale. CDs will be $9, $7 for LPs, and only $6 for CD EPs. Furthermore anyone who spends a total of $25 before shipping this month will be entered to win their grand prize: 1 free copy (in the available format of your choice) of every Jade Tree release throughout 2005.

Bad News from Negative Records | punkrockreviews.com

COUNTERFIT Straight from the label: "As many of you might have heard, Counterfit broke up this month. We are incredibly saddened by this turn of events as they seemed to be on the verge of some big things. They will have a brand new never before released song on the upcoming Atticus III "Dragging the Lake" compilation. That is the last new Counterfit song we will ever hear. They filmed a bunch of the Finch tour and recorded the set from the sound board every night so there might be a Counterfit DVD coming at some point in the future. As of now it looks as though they will have 1-3 last shows with friends Noise Ratchet (who are also breaking up) in San Diego, Anaheim, and Phoenix." LITTLE COMPASS Also straight from the label: "In a bad turn of events for our Houston boys in Little Compass, last night after their show, they were loading up the van and while getting the monster 8x10 off the stage somehow it slipped from Stephen's grasp causing his finger to be caught in between that and the stage. This in turn completly amputated the top portion of his middle finger, leaving it hanging by skin. It has currently been cleaned up and stitched back together but the outcome of how much of it he will be able to keep is uncertain at this time as well as how long it will take him to recover. We remain hopeful that his finger will grow back together ect. No matter what happens its NOT the end of the world and he will be able to rock again." Little Compass has finished recording their LP called "Discover" and it will be in stores everywhere on Feb 22, 2005.

The Goodwill Single | punkrockreviews.com

The Goodwill is more than excited to announce that starting at midnight tonight (Eastern Standard Time), the first single from their upcoming CD titled "Insult, Injury, Etc..", due out March 8, 2005 on Abacus Recordings, will be available to everyone. The song is titled "Live From The Red Carpet" and will be posted exclusively on their PureVolume page, http://www.purevolume.com/thegoodwill

Concert Tickets and a FREE CD to Boot | punkrockreviews.com

To coincide with the inaugural Epitaph Tour, Epitaph is pleased to offer another first-time event for fans of the label. The first ever online ticket presales on Epitaph.com will begin Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 AM MT (9:00AM PT, 11:00 CT, 12:00 Noon ET). To celebrate this event, all fans who purchase tickets between December 4th and December 10th will receive one free full length CD per order from any one of the bands on the Epitaph Tour: MATCHBOOK ROMANCE (Stories and Alibis), MOTION CITY SOUNDTRACK (I Am The Movie), FROM FIRST TO LAST (Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has A Body Count), THE MATCHES (E. Von Dahl Killed The Locals), and SCATTER THE ASHES (Devout/The Modern Hymn). The inaugural Epitaph Tour, will run from February 2nd through March 19th. Every fan in attendance will receive free Epitaph goodie bag packed with a CD sampler with tracks from all the bands on the Epitaph Tour, stickers, buttons and swag from sponsors. Club goers will also have a chance to participate in special soon to be announced contests to win cool one-of-a-kind artifacts from the tour.

Tour News from Deep Elm | punkrockreviews.com

- Eleven Minutes Away is now on tour in the US through December 22 - Lock And Key is now on tour in the US through December 8 - Red Animal War is now on tour in Europe through December 10 - Sounds Like Violence will be touring Germany through January 22 For more information: http://www.deepelm.com/dates.html

Gunmetal Grey Joins Indianola Records | punkrockreviews.com

Gunmetal Grey is a metal band you might like if you're into Shadows Fall, Killswitch Engage, and In Flames. Their debut EP entitled "Solitude" will be out February 15th on Indianola Records. To check out some tracks from the record go to www.purevolume.com/gunmetalgreysf

Taste of Chaos | punkrockreviews.com

Check out The Used and My Chemical Romance on the Taste of Chaos Tour. 2/19 - Pompano Beach, FL. - Pompano Beach Amphitheatre 2/20 - Jacksonville, FL. - Met Park 2/22 - Norfolk, VA. - Old Dominium Convocation Center 2/23 - Poughkeepsie, NY. - Mid Hudson Civic Center 2/26 - Asbury Park, NJ. - Convention Hall 2/28 - Lowell, MA. - Paul E Tsongas Arena 3/02 - Portland, ME. - Cumberland Civic Center 3/06 - Dayton, OH. - Hara Arena 3/08 - Toledo, OH. - Toledo Sports Arena 3/12 - Milwaukee, WI. - The Eagles Club

Did You Like We Talked About Murder?? | punkrockreviews.com

Well, here are two things you should know about. The Chapters were founded by ex-We Talked About Murder vocalist/guitarist Rick Gonzalez in mid-2003. They combine new wave, punk, post-rock and indie rock into a whole new format. The band is getting ready to release the full-length "Bleeding All Over This Town." Listen to two songs from "Bleeding All Over This Town": 1. It's All Too Much http://www.hasanyoneevertoldyou.com/thechapters_itsalltoomuch.mp3 2. Irrational Ranting http://www.hasanyoneevertoldyou.com/thechapters_irrationalranting.mp3 AND AS IF THAT WASN'T ENOUGH... Joey and Chris from We Talked About Murder have a new band called Beta Valentine. Joey guitar, Chris drums, and recent Colombus, OH transplant PJ Tanzillo bass. They've self-released a 5 song demo EP and here is where you can listen to two of the songs: 1. Nameless http://www.betavalentine.com/sounds/mp3/bv_nameless.mp3 2. You Had Me At Goodbye http://www.betavalentine.com/sounds/mp3/bv_yhmagoodbye.mp3

Pluto Goes Imperial | punkrockreviews.com

Pluto records has announced the signing of Orlando band Imperial. Formerly known as The Red Letter, they have been making the rounds in Florida, as well as much of the East Coast and Southeast. They have been described as "a mix of moody metal vibes and bruising hardcore flavor with an upbeat splash of melody." Imperial's debut EP entitled "This Grave Is My Poem" was recorded by Jeremy Staska (Poison The Well, Remembering Never). It will be released on January 25th. Imperial will be touring extensively in the coming months, including a tour with labelmates Please Mr. Gravedigger in January. December dates include many stops with Mortal Treason. www.imperialrock.com. Listen to a track from the EP at www.purevolume.com/imperialhxc

Burning Bright Acoustic Track | Bart

Our Featured Band has recorded a new acoustic version of "Sorry Means Never Having To Say I Love You" and you can stream it here: http://www.punchapunk.com/preview/punchplayer.php

the four colour process | punkrockreviews.com

The four colour process is a rock band with influences in indie, rock, punk, and basically sincere music. They consist of Josh Dobson (vocals, guitar, & keyboard), Jordan Dobson (drums & vocals), Kevin la Bibliotheque (guitar, vocals & percussion-formerly of daytimehero: www.daytimehero.com) and Kevin Langmack (bass - previously in Radio Unfriendly and The Hero Machine). You might dig them if you're into Drive Thru Bands, The Format, Further Seems Forever, etc. and they are currently recording their debut full length album. It is being produced and mixed by Jeremy Dubois (Dashboard Confessional, Further Seems Forever, New Found Glory, Against All Authority). You can check out the four colour process at www.thefourcolourprocess.com

RIP Stig | Bart

From our friends at Go-Kart comes this sad news story: "At 3.10 a.m., Saturday October 23rd the vocalist for Icons of Filth, Andrew Sewell, better known as "Stig" died. Icons of Filth were playing a gig in a squat in Hackney when Stig complained of feeling unwell and we cut our set short so that he could go outside to get some fresh air. Shortly afterwards he collapsed and died, most likely from a brain haemorrhage but possibly a heart attack. He was an avid drinker but on this occasion had only drank 4 cans of lager. He didn't touch illegal drugs of any sort but within 4 hours of his death rumours surfaced about a possible heroin overdose. These rumours are of course ridiculous and insulting to a man whose body was not yet cold. What is the matter with some people? Anyway, when you're having a drink tonight, think of Stig and remember a man who lived life on his own terms but cared immensely about the world around him. -Pete In all my years of running Go-kart I have never met a more honest, compassionate and caring man than Stig. He never spoke a bad word about anyone and believed truly in the values that were represented in the Icons songs. Stig was truly an inspiration and we should all aspire to be half the man he was. He will be missed by anyone who ever came in contact with him. As soon as I have any information regarding where to send condolences I will post them on the Go Kart Records website - Greg" http://www.gokartrecords.com

In the Northeast? | Bart

Then check out these shows: The dates for The Goodwill (Abacus Recordings)/ Park (Lobster Records)/ Tokyo Rose (Militia Group) Northeast tour, that starts next week, have been announced. All dates below: Wednesday, November 3rd at The Downtown in Farmingdale, NY $10, 5pm doors BUY TICKETS NOT AT: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00003922BAEE5F59?brand=&artistid=883628&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60 http://www.thedowntown.com for details Thursday, November 4th at Cafe Metropolis in Wilkes Barre, PA $8, 6:30pm doors http://www.cafemetropolis.com for details Friday, November 5th at Empress Ballroom in Danbury, CT $10, 6pm doors http://www.empressballroom.com for details Saturday, November 6th: at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA (details to come) Sunday, November 7th at Hamilton St Cafe in Bound Brook, NJ $10, 5pm doors http://www.tristatepunk.com for details

Sage Francis MP3 | Bart

"Sage Francis is a public instigator. Try as you might to pin him down, this Hip-Hop reconstructionalist, onetime battle emcee turned slam poet turned personal journalist (and guest vocalist on Bad Religion’s latest album The Empire Strikes First), has just released one of his most thought provoking tracks ever as a free mp3 available at http://www.epitaph.com Sage's new song, entitled "Slow Down Gandhi" is at once a diatribe against the current U.S. foreign policy as well as a George Carlin-esque rant against the hypocrisy of the current deluge of phony leftists and fly-by-night activists."

Victory Adds To Roster | Bart

"Victory Records is proud to announce that we have signed COMEBACK KID. http://www.comeback-kid.com Comeback Kid is currently locked away in the Blasting Room (Ft. Collins, CO) recording their second full length album with Bill Stevenson (of Descendents/All/Black Flag fame). Their Victory release is slated to street on Jan 25th, 2005."

Greatest Songs Ever Written... | punkrockreviews.com

Bay area legends NOFX are back, and they’re as humble and soft-spoken as ever. That is to say, “not at all,” as THE GREATEST SONGS EVER WRITTEN (BY US) is NOFX at their sneering, snarling best with 26 old fan favorites and one new ode to those old fans and punk rock brethren. The one new offering on THE GREATEST SONGS EVER WRITTEN (BY US), “Wore Out The Soles Of My Party Boots,” is a fittingly self-effacing take on aging punks, but as the album’s finale it serves ultimately as proof that the best punk rock (or NOFX, anyway) is ageless. NOFX The Greatest Songs Ever Written (By Us) Track Listing: 01. dinosaurs will die 02. linoleum 03. bob 04. the separation of church & skate 05. murder the government 06. bleeding heart disease 07. bottles to the ground 08. 180 degrees 09. party enema 10. what's the matter with kids today 11. reeko 12. stickin in my eye 13. all outta angst 14. leave it alone 15. green corn 16. the longest line 17. thank god its monday 18. the idiots are taking over 19. don't call me white 20. day to daze 21. soul doubt 22. philthy phil philanthropist 23. shut up already 24. it's my job to keep punk rock elite 25. franco unamerican 26. kill all the white man 27. wore out the soles of my party boots (previously unreleased)

51 Records Readies 10th Release | Bart

Five One is releasing an unique compilation CD on November 2. This release celebrates the 10th Release Anniversary of the label. This is a very special compilation album by Five One's favorite song writers. All songs are exclusively written and performed by the artists for this project. Featuring solo recordings by Tim Kasher (Cursive/The Good Life), Jim Ward (Sparta), Stephen Brodsky (Cave In), Ryan Ferguson (No Knife), Derek Fudesco (Pretty Girls Make Graves ), Yoshino Hisashi (Eastern Youth), Robert Nanna (Hey Mercedes / Braid), Masafumi Isobe (Husking Bee), Pedro Carmona and Lars Heintz (Sister Sonny), Dan Hargest (Pollen), Arabella Harrison (The And Ors /Jejune). These artists were gracious enough to spend a little time away from their groups and write songs that showcase their individual talents. Many are first time solo artists and offer the listener a passenger seat view at their very first solo efforts.

Denver Harbor Media Player | punkrockreviews.com

Denver Harbor have launched a media player to support the release of Scenic, the band's debut album. Listen to three songs from the album, and access exclusive content here: http://www.universalmotown.com/mediaplayers/denverharbor/.

FREE TICKETS for The Academy Is | punkrockreviews.com

The Academy Is...and Fueled By Ramen are giving away a pair of tickets to each date on our their November tour with Midtown, Matchbook Romance and Hidden In Plain View. Head over to http://www.fueledbyramen.com/theacademyis and enter now! Dates for this amazing tour are as follows: The Academy Is…w/ Matchbook Romance, Midtown, Hidden In Plain View Nov 2 2004 - Masquerade Music Park / Atlanta, GA Nov 3 2004 - Club 9 / Greensboro, NC Nov 4 2004 - The Music Farm / Charleston, SC Nov 5 2004 - Alley Katz / Richmond, VA Nov 6 2004 - Lynchburg College/ Memorial Ballroom / Lynchburg, VA Nov 7 2004 - 9:30 Club / Washington, DC Nov 9 2004 - Irving Plaza / New York, NY Nov 10 2004 - The Chance / Poughkeepsie, NY Nov 11 2004 - The Palladium (Upstairs) / Worcester, MA

A Little Holiday Cheer | punkrockreviews.com

For the second year running Immortal Records proudly brings you A SANTA CAUSE “A PUNK ROCK CHRISTMAS" -- a very special holiday release filled with new and traditional holiday favorites performed by punk and emo bands. The release is due to hit the street on November 2nd of 2004 with yearly holiday releases to follow. After the success of last year's CD, the production costs and all the artists recording costs have all been covered, which means this year even more money can go to help the children. The Santa Cause “ A Punk Rock Christmas" features holiday tracks from MXPX, BLINK 182, NEW FOUND GLORY, SOMETHING CORPORATE, FAR FEATURING CHINO MORENO, THE BEAUTIFUL MISTAKE, ACCEPTANCE, FALL OUT BOY, THE A.K.A.S, MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES, INMEMORY, THE MATCHES and MATCHBOOK ROMANCE to name a few.

Gym Class Heroes On Tour | Bart

Gym Class Heroes are heading are out on tour doing a short string of dates leading up to the Fueled By Ramen showcase in NYC. The guys have been tearing things up, and want you to come say hello. Don’t forget to check out their songs at http://www.purevolume.com/gymclassheroes Here are the dates… Friday October 8th Tuscarora Hall in Martinsburg, WV Saturday October 9th Crayola House in Harrisonburg, VA Sunday October 10th Charleroi Italian Club in Charleroi, PA Thursday October 14th The Continental in New York City, NY Friday October 15th Moose Lodge in Hudson, NY Saturday October 16th Paul Smith's College in Paul Smiths, NY

Strike Anywhere Readies New Record | Bart

On January 25th, 2005 Jade Tree Records will unleash a collection of rare and unreleased tracks by the political hardcore band Strike Anywhere. Official release notes below. "The Richmond, Virginia boys of STRIKE ANYWHERE have made their career by delivering hardcore anthems peppered with a radical worldview and a sincere musical/political understanding of the last 30 years of punk rock lineage. The five-piece have been bubbling over and with the release of 'To Live In Discontent' the band offers a rare insight into the history of their undeniable hooks and ferocious energy. A collection of rare and unreleased material including the long out of print 'Chorus Of One' EP, outtakes from 'Exit English,' and an assortment of classic cover choices."

Give 'em The Boot! | Bart

On November 9th Hellcat Records will unleash the fourth in the Give 'em The Boot compilation series. Tracklisting below. Tracks followed by an asterix are unreleased. GIVE ‘EM THE BOOT IV Track Listing: 1. Rancid – Killing Zone* 2. The Aggrolites – Dirty Reggae 3. Tiger Army – Atomic 4. The Slackers – Propaganda* 5. Roger Miret and The Disasters – Kiss Kiss, Kill Kill 6. U.S. Roughnecks – Lost Paradise 7. F-Minus – Caught In Between* 8. Die Hunns – Marshall Law* 9. Dropkick Murphys – I'm Shipping Up To Boston* 10. Lars Frederiksen And The Bastards – 1% 11. Brain Failure – That's What I Know 12. Chris Murray – Let There Be Peace 13. Nekromantix – Dead Bodies* 14. Transplants – Romper Stomper (remix)* 15. Joe Strummer and The Mescaleros – Junco Partner (live)* 16. Orange – No Rest For The Weekend 17. Rezurex – Dia De Los Muertos 18. The Unseen – Waste Of Time* 19. Ducky Boys – Break Me 20. HorrorPops – Where They Wander 21. South Central Riot Squad – S.C Drunx 22. Mercy Killers – Trauma 23. 12 Step Rebels – Skinwalkers 24. The Escaped – Wasted Life 25. Pressure Point – Rise Up 26. Westbound Train – Room To Breathe

Gametime Calls it Quits | punkrockreviews.com

Straight from the Takeover band: "hey there guys! welp, there's no easy way to put this...so here it comes. After much thought and deliberation, gametime has decided to officially break up. (everyone take a deep breath in....and out). It was a really really tough decision, but it is for the best. gametime has been a band for over 4 years now, and the entire trip was a blast! we are eternally grateful for all of the support we received from all our friends and family...people we got to meet at home and on the road...and we're even more grateful to those who opened their homes to 4 complete strangers. hopefully we left your houses squeaky clean and rid them of all signs of gabe's B.O. you are probably all wondering about why we came to this decision...and no worries. there were no affairs...well, not many at least. it was a mutual decision on all sides. we're all still the best of friends and plan on playing halo together every weekend until we die. basically, after having done this for so many years, we all ended up growing in different directions...so we knew it was time to move on. IT'S NOT ALL OVER YET THOUGH! we still have 2 last shows to play. You should all come out to see us on November 5th! it will be our farewell show. it would mean the world to us if we could go out playing for some of our closest friends from home and the road. please try to attend if you can. as far as the future of us goes...kyle and caleb have started a new project called "boy hero." soon their web site and purevolume page will be up so watch out for that. here are those links (www.boyheromusic.com www.purevolume.com/boyhero). gabe has left professional music to pursue his one true passion...becoming a cop like on Reno 911! He just loves those short shorts and taser guns. nick also has left rock music to pursue a career in exotic dancing. on the side, he is also teaming up with a non-profit organization to do youth work. he will also soon have a site up. here's that link (www.nickinaction.com). welp, this is it. it's been amazing to meet all of you. this whole experience was a life-changing one and we thank you all for being a part of our lives. we'll never forget you...hope to see you all on nov. 5th. tell everyone! details about the show are below. Nov. 5th @ New Earth Time: 7pm door, 7:30pm music Cost: 8 bucks Address: 3953 Walnut Kansas city, MO 64111 Other bands: Arlington, The Supernauts, Veda PS. the gametime site will be fully functional until oct. 31, 2004. after that date, all pics, music, and videos will be removed FOREVER!!! if you want them...go nuts dowloading for the next month! nickpick--xoxoxo"

Something Corporate Side Project | punkrockreviews.com

Something Corporate guitarist/songwriter, Josh Partington, has spent the summer fully developing his side project "Firescape". Known for crafting Something Corporate's staples including "Hurricane", "Fall", "Only Ashes" and North's lead single, the hit "Space", this project was written, performed and produced by Partington and is being engineered by long-time friend Kyle Homme (Sugarcult, Days Away, Lit). When asked about the direction of the new band, Partington stated "The Firescape stuff definitely has a harder edge to it. I wouldn't characterize it as hardcore or metal by any stretch of the imagination, but it is certainly a hard rock album." Firescape's official website has just gone live at www.firescapemusic.com

Straight from Equal Vision | punkrockreviews.com

San Diego, California's BEFORE TODAY will be releasing their full length debut, "A Celebration of An Ending" tomorrow on Equal Vision Records. Equal Vision will also be releasing a brand new EP from VAUX tomorrow entitled, "Plague Music." Both BEFORE TODAY and VAUX are on the Equal Vision Records Tour right now with CODESEVEN, FEAR BEFORE THE MARCH OF FLAMES, BARS, and ENDICOTT. For a complete listing of dates and more information, visit http://www.equalvision.com" BEFORE TODAYS's "A Celebration of An Ending" and VAUX's "Plague Music" will be available through the Equal Vision Store tomorrow: http://www.evrstore.com

RIP Johnny | Bart

Johnny Ramone, one of the founding members of the Ramones, passed away last night after an extended battle with prostate cancer. He was 55 years old. Rock out, Johnny.

New Pulley Tracks | Bart

Epitaph punksters Pulley have just completed recording 3 Minor Threat covers for an upcoming split EP with Ska/Rocksteady masters The Slackers. Tracks were recorded with producer Steve Kravac (MXPX,Tsunami Bomb,Less Than Jake) at Gourmet Sound in Encino CA. Gourmet is a new facility owned and operated by Kravac and seminal punk guitarist Greg Hetson (Bad Religion, Circle Jerks, Redd Kross). Tunes recorded for the release include "Stumped", "Good Guys" and "Salad Days". The split will be available on Do Tell Records, and although no official release date has been announced, it is expected to hit stores sometime in November.

Wanna Be in a Video? | punkrockreviews.com

You know you do. And if you are a PLANES MISTAKEN FOR STARS fan and you live in the Denver, CO area, head over to Monkey Mania this Saturday, the 14th, between 6 and 7pm. The band will be shooting their new video for a single off of their upcoming album "Up In Them Guts." For more information: http://www.pmfs.net/

Take Action Vol. 4 | punkrockreviews.com

For the fourth time, Hopeless Records imprint Sub City Records will do their part for raising funds and awareness for non-profit organizations. The label will release the fourth addition of their popular Take Action series, including unreleased and album tracks from NOFX, TAKING BACK SUNDAY, COHEED AND CAMBRIA, AGAINST ME, SHADOWS FALL, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, UNDEROATH, RUFIO, PEDRO THE LION, THE EARLY NOVEMBER and tons more. The 2-disc comp comes out on October 5th, and to top it all off, Sub City will hang out at the following shows for CD release parties: 10/12 - San Francisco, CA - Warfield Theatre TAKING BACK SUNDAY, FALLOUT BOY, MATHBOOK ROMANCE 10/13 - Fresno, CA - Valdez Hall TAKING BACK SUNDAY, FALLOUT BOY, MATCHBOOK ROMANCE 10/14 - Las Vegas, NV - University of Las Vegas YELLOWCARD, THE STARTING LINE, THE MATCHES, REEVE OLIVER 10/15 - San Diego, CA - Soma YELLOWCARD, THE STARTING LINE, THE MATCHES, REEVE OLIVER

The Used and Green Day unleash new music | Bart

The Used have released a media player to prep for the release of In Love And Death on Sept. 28th. Preview three cuts from the album, and check out video of the making of the album here: http://www.bandbuilder.com/theused_lovedeath/index.php?ref_code=D51713. Green Day have also released a media player to prep for the release of American Idiot on Sept. 21st. Preview music from the album, and catch "Green Day Makes A Video" here: http://www.bandbuilder.com/greenday/index.php?ref_code=D51713.

Sum 41 Single + Album | Bart

By now you've likely heard Sum 41's new track titled "We're All To Blame" off of the upcoming album "Chuck" which hits stores on October 12th. We recently received a copy of the single and since it wouldn't be practical to review just a single song, we decided to just post this news brief. The song again demonstrates Sum 41's ability to switch between hard driving hardcore and mid-tempo pop-punk. The lyrics show a new maturity while describing the situation plaguing the nation. It's definitely a good tease of what promises to be another top selling album.

No Idea presents The Fest 3 | Bart

Our friends at No Idea Records are putting on the show to end all shows in Florida. Info below! What? No Idea records presents : THE FEST 3 Dates: Oct 29th, 30th, 31st (Halloween Weekend) Where: All over Downtown Gainesville, FL How Much: Three Day Passes $25 in Adv. / $40 weekend of Website/Tickets: http://www.thefestfl.com Bands Playing: Against Me! (Fat Wreck Chords/No Idea) Alexisonfire (Equal Vision) Army of Ponch (No Idea) Assholeparade Bayside (Victory) Behead The Romantic Billy Reese Peters (No Idea) The Blood Brothers (V2) Chin Up Chin Up Circle Takes The Square (Robotic Empire) Clear Motive (Rainstorm Productions) Deadsure (No Idea) Decahedron (Lovitt) Don Knotts Dove Dukes of Hillsborough (ADD) The Enablers (Newest Industry) Escape Grace Fin Fang Foom (Lovitt) Fiya Form of Rocket (Some) Fuel The Fire Glass and Ashes (No Idea) Grabass Charlestons (No Idea) Gunmoll (No Idea) The Holy Mountain (No Idea) The Horror Hot Water Music (Epitaph) Jack Palance Band (This Here) J Church (No Idea) J. Page Jericho (RVA) Kudzu Wish The Lovekill Lucero (Tiger Style) Lucky Stranger Mates of State (Polyvinyl) Mercury Program (Tiger Style) Moments In Grace (Salad Days) Municipal Waste New Mexican Disaster Squad (A-F) New Wave Blasphemy No More North Lincoln (No Idea) Planes Mistaken For Stars (No Idea) Rehasher (No Idea) Rescue (Slowdance) The Rogue Set Salem (Fiddler) Savage Brewtality (So Intense) Sir Prize Fighter The Sainte Catherines (Yo Yo Records) Stop It! (Robotic Empire) Stressface (No Idea) Strikeforce Diablo (No Idea) Supression Tabula Rasa (A-F Records) This Bike Is a Pipe Bomb (Plan-It-X) Tiltwheel (ADD) The Tim Version (ADD) Torche (Robotic Empire) Towers Of Hanoi Toys That Kill (Recess) True North (No Idea) Victory At Sea (Kimchee) Voices in the Wire (Eyeball Records) Whiskey & Co. (No Idea) White Dove Frisbee Team The Y (So Intense)

theStart Video | Bart

theStart's new album - "Initiation" - came out on August 24th. Now, just a week later, the band has released a video for the single "Like Days" which can be viewed at the link below. http://www.nitrorecords.com/Resources/theSTART-qtLO.mov ARTIST: theSTART SONG: Like Days ALBUM: INITIATION Director: Dave & Heath Lowbrow Nitro Records 2004

New Shit from Punk Core | Bart

Punk Core Records has two releases on the horizon. "The first will drop on October 4th, as Cheap Sex follows up last year`s successful "Launch Off to War" with it`s new stripped down four piece lineup attack on "Headed for A Breakdown." And not to be out done long running Portland Punx Defiance unleashes their fourth full length album "Rise or Fall" which finds them, in 1977 Clash-esque sound."

What's That Up in the Sky? | punkrockreviews.com

It's HELICOPTER HELICOPTER and they are playing a free show in Los Angeles on September 6, at Spaceland.

A Coup at Epitaph | punkrockreviews.com

Or THE COUP, more accurately. Epitaph recently signed this "hardcore communist-activist hip hop" band and will re-release their much talked about "Party Music" album. THE COUP is currently recording their Epitaph debut which lead rapper/producer Boots describes as “more Funkadelic than Parliament; more Dirty Mind than Purple Rain; more Joe Hill than Bob Dylan; more Thunderbird than Belvedere.” If you are intrigued, you can learn more at www.thecoup.net

Death By Stereo Ready to Record | punkrockreviews.com

That's right. DEATH BY STEREO is getting material together and has plans to record with producer Matt Hyde, who has previously worked on "God Hates Us All" by Slayer.

And....ACTION!!! | punkrockreviews.com

ACTION ACTION, the new project by former members of THE REUNION SHOW, is being described as "a chemical reaction in which synth pop collides with guitar driven indie rock." If that sounds like something you might dig, check out their first single "Drug Like" from the upcoming Don't Cut Your Fabric to This Year's Fashion. Free download here: http://www.victoryrecords.com/actionaction.html

Clash of the Heavyweights | punkrockreviews.com

The BUTCH WALKER vs. AMERICAN HI-FI tour is going on now and this is one you don't want to miss. Only one stage setup (you'll have to see it to understand) and a good old fashion rock show. Who comes out a winner in this battle of bands? You do... 7/27/04 - Bowery Ballroom - New York, NY 7/28/04 - Maxwell's - Hoboken, NJ 7/29/04 - Crazy Donkey - Farmingdale, NY 7/30/04 - Axis - Boston, MA 7/31/04 - The Chance - Poughkeepsie, NY 8/02/04 - Mr. Smalls - Millvale, PA 8/04/04 - Magic Stick - Detroit, MI 8/05/04 - The Intersection - Grand Rapids, MI 8/06/04 - Hard Rock Hotel - Chicago, IL 8/07/04 - Abbey Pub - Chicago, IL 8/09/04 - Mill Creek Blues - Appleton, WI 8/10/04 - Mill Creek Blues - Appleton, WI 8/11/04 - The Quest-Ascot Room - Minneapolis, MN 8/14/04 - Just Play Games - Charlotte, NC 8/18/04 - Marz Theatre - Wilmington, NC 8/19/04 - The Plex - Charleston, SC 8/26/04 - 40 Watt Club - Athens, GA

Derek Jeter, Watch Out | punkrockreviews.com

That's right. The DROPKICK MURPHEYS are performing the National Anthem and Tessie at Fenway Park this Saturday the 24th when the Yankees take on the Red Sox. The game will be nationally televised on Fox. Hotdogs, baseball, and the DROPKICK MURPHEYS. Does it get any better?

Skulls Done in the Studio | punkrockreviews.com

The VOODOO GLOW SKULLS have finished recording their new album and for everyone who just can't wait for it to be pressed and shipped, the SKULLS are putting up one song a week on their myspace.com page here http://www.myspace.com/voodooglowskulls

Elliott Smith Album to be Released | punkrockreviews.com

For those who were shocked and saddened by the early death of singer/songwriter ELLIOTT SMITH, Anti-Records has signed a deal with Smith's estate to relase his final album. Smith finshed recording before his death last year. "From a Basement on a Hill" will be released on October 19th.

Victory Snags The Black Maria | Bart

Victory Records has announced the signing of Toronto’s THE BLACK MARIA. Following the implosion of the genre-defining GRADE (the band that many music writers and bands give credit to for the creation in 1995 of the screamo genre), its mastermind and creative leader Kyle Bishop was possessed to create something profoundly new and vibrant. He connected with Chris Gray (Zyon) and wall of sound axe-wielder Alan Nacinovic. The troupe was completed with a groove-laden rhythm section that can shatter the bones of the Gods - Derek Petrella on Drums and multi-instrumentalist Mike De Eyre on bass. They chose the THE BLACK MARIA as their band name, which comes from the slang term given to a police patrol wagon- “The Deliverer of Death” THE BLACK MARIA are a sexy, intense, melodic, audio jackhammer. Their live show grips the audience, invoking passion and rage, exposing the scars of the soul and sucking the life source out of every cell. By joining the Victory Records family, THE BLACK MARIA’s mission will finally reach the masses. They head into the studio this July to record their debut album.

Are You DVD Material? | punkrockreviews.com

Here it is. You chance to be famous with the whole world...er, or with the kids who will buy the upcoming Kid Dynamite DVD...straight from the Jade Tree website: Want to see your face on the big screen? Been dying to have your moment in the Reality TV spotlight? Well, while your pitches are going unheard by the dorks at VH1 why not submit a video of your favorite KID DYNAMITE story for inclusion on the forthcoming DVD? Are you a fan, a super fan? Did you hate them then and still do? Let us know. We are currently accepting personal video submissions the forthcoming KID DYNAMITE DVD. Got a favorite show or song, tell us about it. Did Colin back the van over you in a parking lot one night, now is the time to be heard (and seen!) Did you have a band that once covered a KD song? Got it on video? As we enter the final production stages on what will surely be the must have DVD of all time we want to hear from you. We hope to use any and all material, pro-quality or low budget, positive or negative. So if you got it, send it to KD DVD c/o Jade Tree 2310 Kennwynn Rd. Wilmington, DE 19810 by August 20th, 2004. Don't own a video camera but are still dying to tell your tale? We hear Best Buy have a 30 day money back guarantee, but don't quote us on that one. DV or Mini-DV preferred but not required. More info here: http://www.jadetree.com/index.php?OK=Yes&NN=No&First=No&Flash=No

Less Than Jake Player | Bart

Less Than Jake have prepared a player featuring 3 songs and 2 home-videos from their upcoming B-Side collection titled "B is for B-Sides" (Street Date: July 20th) Check it out here: http://www.bandbuilder.com/lessthanjakebsides/index.php?ref_code=D52564

Monkey vs. Robot | punkrockreviews.com

Now that's a battle we'd all like to see. It is also the name of the toy company started by Vinnie from Less Than Jake. Go to http://monkeyvsrobot.net./ to check out such limited items as the Monochrome Robot Gorilla and the Monkey Assasian.

Fenix TX Reunion Show! | punkrockreviews.com

On August 14th, Fenix Tx will be playing a show at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA (www.allages.com) with Hellogoodbye and other special guests. This is their first show as a band since they broke up over 2 1/2 years ago. The show will be taped for an upcoming Fenix DVD, and there is also news of an album including unreleased and demo tracks. Tickets for the show can be found here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/73980

You Just Can't Beat Free Stuff | punkrockreviews.com

Initial Records is releasing the first of a new series sampler. The "Worst Label Ever" album will feature tracks from Black Cross, Blood Red, Blue Sky Mile, Breather Resist, Criteria, Harkonen, Helicopter Helicopter, Lords, The National Acrobat, Paulson, Roy, Peter Searcy, and Ultimate Fakebook, as well as bonus tracks of unreleased, vinyl only, live and demo versions of songs from Ink & Dagger, Le Shok, The Movielife, Planes Mistaken for Stars, and more. And the best part? Stop by any of the following stores and get a FREE COPY while supplies last. You little moochers... Greene (Tustin, CA) Salzers (Ventura, CA) Sounds Like (Riverside, CA) Record Breakers (Hoffman Estate, IL) Threshold (Tinley Park, IL) Ear x-Tacy (Louisville, KY) Vintage Vinyl (St Louis, MO) Homers (Omaha, NE) Atomic (Point Pleasant, NJ) Vintage Vinyl (Fords, NJ) Looney Tunes (West Babylon, NY) Record Archive (Rochester, NY) Utopia (Hicksville, NY) Utopia (Centereach, NY) My Minds Eye (Lakewood, OH) Spaceboy (Philadelphia, PA) Rocket (Tacoma, WA) Sonic Boom (Seattle, WA)

And Speaking of Takeover Records... | punkrockreviews.com

This Friday at the Whisky on Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood, Takeover Records is having a Warped Tour after-party. Doors open at 7:30 and there will be performances by Craig's Brother and HeyMike!

Win A Takeover Records Prize Pack! | Bart

Takeover Records is giving away their entire CD catalog PLUS a t-shirt signed by Yellowcard. Head over to Synthesis.net to enter for your chance to win.

MxPx Free Agents | punkrockreviews.com

After being on the A&M/Interscope wagon for years, MxPx has fulfilled their contract and have severed all ties. The band is currently a free agent and they have this to say about it. "For the first time since we got signed in 1993, we are unsigned. No contracts, no obligations, no problem. The future is opened wide. Anything can happen from here. We're really excited about what the future holds. We feel like schoolboys on the first day of summer." The guys are currently in the studio working on new material and exploring their options.

Get Warped... | punkrockreviews.com

Just in case you are too lazy to head over to http://www.warpedtour.com here are the dates for the tour, staring this Friday in Houston (keep your fingers crossed for the Houston kids. It rained 2 years ago and the moved the stages INSIDE): Jun-25 Houston, TX - Reliant Center Jun-26 Dallas, TX - Smirnoff Music Center Lot Jun-27 San Antonio, TX - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Jun-29 Las Cruces, NM - N.M.S.U. Practice Field Jun-30 Phoenix, AZ - Peoria Sports Complex July-1 Fullerton, CA - Cal State Fullerton July-2 Fullerton, CA - Cal State Fullerton July-3 San Francisco, CA - Pier 30/32 July-4 Las Vegas, NV - Desert Breeze Skatepark July-6 San Diego, CA - Coors Amphitheatre July-7 Ventura, CA - Seaside Park July-8 Sacramento, CA - Sleep Train Amphitheatre July-9 Boise, ID - Idaho Amphitheatre Lot July-10 Seattle, WA - Gorge Amphitheatre Lot July-11 Portland, OR - Columbia Meadows July-13 Vancouver, BC - Thunderbird Stadium July-15 Calgary, AB - Race City Speedway July-16 Bozeman, MT - Gallatin County Fairgrounds July-17 Salt Lake City, UT - Utah State Fairgrounds July-18 Denver, CO - Invesco Field July-20 Milwuakee, WI - Marcus Amphitheatre July-21 St. Louis, MO - UMB Bank Pavilion July-22 Indianapolis, IN - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Lot July-23 Cleveland, OH - Tower City Amphitheatre Lot July-24 Chicago, IL - Tweeter Center ** July-25 Minneapolis, MN - Metrodome Lot July-26 Kansas City, KS - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Lot July-28 Atlanta, GA - Hi Fi Buys Amphitheatre Lot July-29 Orlando, FL - Central Florida Fairgrounds July-30 Tampa, FL - Vinoy Park July-31 Miami, FL - Pompano Beach Amphitheatre Lot Aug-1 Jacksonville, FL - Jacksonville Fairgrounds Aug-2 Charlotte, NC - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Lot Aug-3 Virginia Beach, VA - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Lot Aug-4 Washington, D.C. - Nissan Pavilion Lot Aug-5 Pittsburgh, PA - Post Gazette Pavilion Aug-6 Philadelphia, PA - Tweeter Center at the Waterfront Aug-7 New York City, NY - Randall's Island Aug-8 Asbury Park, NJ - Asbury Park Lot Aug-10 Hershey, PA - Hersheypark Pavilion Aug-12 Quebec City, PQ - Colisee Pepsi Parking Lot Aug-13 Montreal, QB - Parc Jean Drapeau Aug-14 Toronto, ON - Molson Park Aug-15 Detroit, MI - Pontiac Silverdome Aug-16 Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center Lot Aug-17 Columbus, OH - Germain Amphitheatre Aug-18 Buffalo, NY - Darien Lakes PAC Aug-19 Boston, MA - Foxboro Stadium Aug-20 Boston, MA - Foxboro Stadium *Apparently there was a big scalping scam problem last year, so buy your tickets now people. ** Bart will be there.

Album News from Millencolin | punkrockreviews.com

Direct from the band's website... "The writing of our new album is going great! We already got over 20 new songs(12-14 will probably make it to the final record). The album will be produced by Swedish producer Chips Kiesbye! Chips is the frontman of the Swedish punkrockband Sator and has over the years produced a lot of bands like the Hellacopters, Sahara Hotnights etc. The recording will start August 7 at Kuling Studios in Örebro, Sweden."

Pedro for the People | punkrockreviews.com

Starting back on June 10th, those dreamy folks of PEDRO THE LION, always looking to give back to their fans, have been and will be posting a new live MP3 everyday from the Summer tour; a collection of new songs, old songs, sound checks, record store and radio station performances. Each MP3 will be posted at 2pm (CT) and will be available for 24 hours only. All you need is the username and password found in the liner notes of your copy of the Achilles Heel CD and LP. Oh, and the website of course: http://www.pedrothelion.com/

Bad New Site | punkrockreviews.com

In conjunction with their new album, "The Empire Strikes First," Bad Religion has launched a new website with news, tour information, and...well you know the drill. http://www.badreligion.com

Bleach Plays Final Show | punkrockreviews.com

As of 8 AM CST, the tickets for the last Bleach show went on sale. There are only around 1000 tickets to be had and with RELIENT K, The SUPERTONES, HOLLAND and a one time performance from SEVEN DAY JESUS, they will go fast! Go to http://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/onlineSearch?action=displayPerformance&pageNumber=0&pageSize=10&queryString=action%3dvenueSearch%26venue%5fid%3d1305%26cobrand%3dblack

Action! Action! | punkrockreviews.com

For those of you who haven't heard, The Reunion Show is no more, but never fear because there is a exciting new project afoot. Here is a message straight from a former member about his new project: "so many of you know...we (the reunion show) are changing our name. basic little details...the new record (don't cut your fabric to this years fashion) is a far departure from kyt. the new record is more part of me than any other music adventure which i've been involved . i am pleased and excited of the release of this album. another itsy-bisty tiny detail...the band had different members as well as a different vibe. it wouldn't be right to continue foward as the reunion show. please check out action action. cheers...xoxoxoox mark thomas kluepfel" You can get info at http://www.action-action.com Tour Dates: 6/18/04 - Empress Ballroom - Danbury, CT w/ Remedy Session, Burn the Eight Track 6/20/04 - Cranel St. - Poughkeepsie, NY w/ others 7/17/04 - The Downtown - Farmingdale, NY w/ Kevine Devine, Rocket Summer

MCS Back in Studio | punkrockreviews.com

Motion City Soundtrack is back in a Minneapolis recording studio (and Josh Cain's house) recording two new acoustic tracks for their upcoming split with Matchbook Romance (out on Epitaph this Fall). Included on the split will be "When 'You're' Around", a brand new song only a few weeks old, and a re-make of a very old MCS song called "Sunday Warning" (originally released on the "Kids For America" EP).

Even MORE Punks vs Psychos News... | punkrockreviews.com

The Punks vs Psychos Tour isn't and shouldn't be the same without Kim Nekroman playing that coffin bass in Nekromantix and his guitar in HorrorPops. After dropping off of the tour because he became ill and being hospitalized....heee's baaack! Nekromantix will rejoin the tour beginning June 10th at Slims in San Francisco. He will also take over guitar duties for HorrorPops.

Buddyhead on the radio | Bart

Travis Keller and Ian Rogers will be playing some early morning records from noon to 2pm on Little Radio (http://www.littleradio.com), Sunday june 6th 2004. You can listen online or on 87.9FM in Los Angeles. We'll be bringing the rock, talking some smack, and even giving away some free Buddyhead records... listen in, you can even talk shit to us in the little radio chat room, request songs, win free shit, don't blow this one man.

Deep Enough To Die - Stream New Album, Pre-order New Album, Summer Tour | Bart

You can now stream "My City Of Ruin", the debut album from Deep Enough To Die, in it's entirety by visiting purevolume.com. Pre-orders for the album will be handled by Smartpunk and the first 20 orders will come with a free DTK CD sampler and a DETD sticker. The month of June will see Deep Enough To Die hitting the road solo style in support of "My City Of Ruin". The band will venture from PA to CA making many expected and unexpected stops along the way. Below is a list of dates: 6/05/04 - Zerns Farmers Market - Gilbertsville, PA 6/06/04 - TBA - Baltimore, MD 6/07/04 - TBA - VA 6/10/04 - The Muse - Nashville, TN 6/12/04 - Baxter County Fair Grounds - Mountain Home, AR 6/14/04 - TBA - Phoenix, AZ 6/15/04 - Doggystyle - Las Vegas, NV 6/16/04 - TBA - So. Cal. 6/17/04 - Weber's Place - Winnetka, CA 6/18/04 - Reid's Pitstop - Longview, WA 6/20/04 - The Detour - Spokane, WA 6/21/04 - The Underground - Walla Walla, WA 6/22/04 - "the Venue" - Boise, ID 6/23/04 - TBA - Salt Lake City, UT 6/24/04 - Sherpa and Yeti's - Breckenridge, CO 6/25/04 - Kakes Studios - Boulder, CO 6/26/04 - TBA - Denver, CO 6/27/04 - The Starlight - Ft. Collins, CO 6/28/04 - TBA - NE 6/29/04 - Groundwork Coffeehouse - Leavenworth, KS 6/30/04 - TBA - IA 7/01/04 - Mojoe's Coffee House - Orland Park, IL 7/02/04 - TBA - IL or IN 7/03/04 - Emerson Theater - Indianapolis, IN 7/04/04 - ROCKWOOD Subs & Suds - Lakewood, OH 7/05/04 - TBA - Pittsburgh, PA 7/06/04 - TBA - Buffalo, PA

Wipe Your Eyes | punkrockreviews.com

Have you been crying yourself to sleep every night since Atom and His Package broke up? Well dry those tears because Atom is back, without his Package, in a new band called Armalite. You can get more info at http://www.atomandhispackage.com/armalite.html

Upcoming Benefit for the SSE | Bart

The SSE (Syrentha Savio Endowment) raises money to pay for cancer treatment for underprivileged women who can not afford the grow expense of fighting this killer of a disease. Since receiving our first donation in February of 2002 we have raised nearly $130,000 for our cause through a series of events such as dinners, charity walks and sales of a photography book - Stealing Time (which Dischord sells). SSE is putting on another show - July 2nd at The Black Cat in Washington DC featuring Darkest Hour, Majority Rule and The Routiners -with all the proceeds going to SSE. More info can be seen here: http://www.syrentha.org/events/concerts.php --- If you've been looking for a good cause to get involved with - this is it. Spread the news, post this on message boards and let everyone know about the upcoming show. It's your chance to help someone that really, really, really needs all the help she can get. -bart

If You Like The Smiths... | punkrockreviews.com

For our more angst ridden readers, if you are a fan of The Smiths and The Cure, check out Asian Man Records' upcoming release by singer/songwriter Grant Olney. You can check out some mp3's from the crooner on his website: http://www.grantolney.com/

It's Only Crime | punkrockreviews.com

The newest edition to Fat Wreck are no doubt inspired by Black Flag and go by the name of Only Crime. While seasoning themselves on shows with the Dropkick Murphys, they plan to release their own debut, "To the Nines," on July 13th. You can check them at http://www.onlycrime.com or on the Warped Tour this summer.

Bleed the Dream's Request | punkrockreviews.com

Most people have heard by now that Scott Gottlieb, drummer for Bleed the Dream, was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. All of us here at punkrockreviews.com would like to send out our support to Scott and his family. Here is a statement directly from the band's website: "Make A Differance!!!!!! Hello everyone! We are very sorry to inform you of these terrible circumstances...but Scott needs your help!! After playing an awesome show On May 7th in New Mexico..our drummer and brother scott was rushed to the hostpital..later to find out that he contracted Luekimia (a form of cancer). We all (including him) are being very positive and upbeat of the situation..here's where you come in..Scott has NO INSURANCE!! If you could find it in your heart to donate even $1 to the cause...it would be greatly appreciated!! Also, Scott is not being replaced! We already have someone to fill in for him while he is recovering. Bleed the Dream will continue! When Scott is ready he will reclaim his position as Drummer of BleedtheDream naturally. So Please lend a helping hand and open your hearts and prayers as we help Scott on his road to recovery! THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH!! Every dollar or prayer we are all so very thankful for thanx again...blEEdthEdrEam." Find out more at: http://www.bleedthedream.com/news.php

Jade Tree Sampler | punkrockreviews.com

Jade Tree Records is putting out the second in its "Location Is Everything" sampler series. The 21 song album includes tracks from Denali, These Arms are Snakes, Jets to Brazil, Strike Anywhere, Pedro the Lion, Onelinedrawing and several others. This release promises to be a great look at upcoming Jade Tree projects as well as unreleased, live, and demo songs.

Believers Never Die | punkrockreviews.com

Pop punk's new favorites, Fall Out Boy, are getting ready to head out on tour with Anberlin, Don't Look Down, Plain White T's, and Punchline on the Alternative Press Presents the Believers Never Die Tour. 6/2 - Columbus, OH - Flanagan's 6/3 - Cincinnati, OH - Top Cat's 6/4 - Cleveland, OH - Van's Concert @ Scene Pavilion 6/5 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues 6/6 - Milwaukee, WI - The Rave 6/8 - Grand Rapids, MI - Intersection 6/9 - Detroit, MI - St. Andrew's Hall 6/10 - Buffalo, NY - Showplace Theatre 6/11 - Philadelphia, PA - TLA 6/12 - Hartford, CT - Webster Theatre 6/13 - Boston, MA - Axis 6/14 - Farmingdale, NY - The Downtown 6/16 - New York, NY - Knitting Factory 6/17 - Lancaster, PA - Chameleon Club 6/18 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom 6/19 - Pittsburgh, PA - Smalls Theatre 6/20 - Freeport, IL - Klub Phenomenon *Plain White T's - 6/2-6/10, Punchline - 6/11-6/20

Split Acoustic EP from Fat Wreck | punkrockreviews.com

Joey Cape and Tony Sly of Lagwagon and No Use for a Name fame, respectively, each contribute 5 acoustic versions of old plugged-in songs on a new release aptly named "Acoustic" from Fat Wreck Chords out today.

New Taking Back Sunday Song | punkrockreviews.com

You can check out a song from the upcoming Taking Back Sunday Album, "Where You Want to Be" at http://www.victoryrecords.com/takingbacksunday/tbs_player.html

Punk-O-Rama 9 News | Bart

Epitaph's latest entry in the long running compilation series is set for release on June 8th. Below you will find the entire tracklisting. 1.Bad Religion – Social Suicide 2.From First To Last – Ride The Wings Of Pestilence 3.The Matches – Sick Little Suicide 4.Atmosphere – The Keys To Life vs. 15 Minutes of Fame 5.Pennywise – Now I Know 6.Motion City Soundtrack – Throw Down 7.Rancid – Tropical London 8.Dropkick Murphys – The Dirty Glass 9.The Weakerthans – Plea From A Cat Named Virtute 10.Matchbook Romance – Promise 11.Scatter The Ashes – City In The Sea 12.Refused – Liberation Frequency 13.Nekromantix – Struck By A Wrecking Ball 14.Pulley – Bad Reputation 15.1208 – Fall Apart 16.The Bouncing Souls – Sing Along Forever 17.Hot Water Music – Seein’ Diamonds 18.The Special Goodness – Life Goes By 19.HorrorPops – Miss Take 20.Tiger Army – Temptation 21.Division Of Laura Lee – Dirty Love 22.Error – Burn In Hell 23.Eyedea & Abilities – The Plague 24.Death By Stereo - The Plague (Live) DVD 1.The Bouncing Souls – Sing Along Forever 2.HorrorPops – Miss Take 3.Atmosphere – Trying To Find A Balance 4.Pulley – Insects Destroy 5.1208 – The Next Big Thing 6.Matchbook Romance – Promise 7.Motion City Soundtrack – The Future Freaks Me Out 8.The Weakerthans – Psalm For The Elks Lodge Last Call 9.Randy – X-Ray Eyes 10.The Special Goodness – NFA 11.Converge - Heartless

Eighteen Visions on Tour | Bart

Eighteen Visions are embarking on a tour in support of their new album titled "Obsession" which is set for release June 15th on Trustkill Records. Check below to see the latest dates. May 13 - Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection May 14 - Columbia, MO – The Blue Note May 15 - Lawrence, KS – Granada Theatre May 17 – Houston, TX – Engine Room May 18 – Dallas, TX – Trees May 19 – San Antonio, TX – White Rabbit May 21 – Tampa, FL – Masquerade May 22 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade May 23 – Norfolk, VA – Norva Theatre May 24 – Pittsburg, PA – The World May 25 – Buffalo, NY – Showplace Theatre May 26 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club May 27 – NYC – Irving Plaza May 28 – Philadelphia, PA – Trocadero May 29 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom May 30 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium June 2 – Albany, NY – Trinity Church June 4 – Wilkes-Barre, PA - Café Metropolis June 5 – Syracuse, NY – Furnace June 6 – Baltimore, MD – The Ottobar June 7 – Richmond, VA – Alley Katz June 8 – Charlotte, NC – The Casbah June 10 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – The Factory June 11 – Tampa, FL – Masquerade June 12 – Jacksonville, FL – The Imperial June 13 – Orlando, FL – The Social June 15 – Tallahassee, FL – The Beta Bar June 16 – Birmingham, AL – Zydeco June 17 – Nashville, TN – Rocketown June 20 – Des Moines, IA – House of Bricks

Punks vs Psychos Dates | Bart

The Punks vs Psychos tour featuring the HorrorPops and Nekromantix is coming to a town near you. Check the dates below. 5/17 Cat's Cradle Carrboro NC 5/19 Otto Bar Baltimore MD 5/20 Krome Sayreville NJ 5/22 Knitting Factory New York NY 5/23 Axis Boston MA 5/25 Xtreme Wheels Buffalo NY 5/26 The World Pittsburgh PA 5/27 Agora Theatre Cleveland OH 5/28 St. Andrews Detroit MI 5/29 H.O.B. Chicago IL 5/30 Pop's Sauget IL 6/1 Granada Lawrence KS 6/2 Ogden Theatre Denver CO 6/4 The Big Easy Boise ID 6/5 Graceland Seattle WA 6/6 Roseland Theatre Portland OR 6/10 Slims SF CA 6/11 HOB LA CA 6/12 Soma SD CA 6/13 HOB Anaheim CA

God Lives Underwater Acoustic Tour | Bart

God Lives Underwater's lead singer, David Reilly, will be performing several acoustic shows. The forthcoming GLU album, Up Off The Floor, will be out late-summer, 2004. 5/06 Cleveland, OH - Peabody's 5/07 Akron, OH - Lime Spider 5/13 Detroit, MI - Bullfrog Bar 5/14 Limestone, NY - Rock N' Ricks 5/15 Meadville, PA - Otter's 5/21 Boston, MA - Paradise Lounge 5/22 New York, NY - Arlene's Grocery

Hot Rod Circuit Press Release | Bart

Here is the official press release concerning the upcoming Hot Rod Circuit album. "NEW YORK, April 29, 2004 - Hot Rod Circuit’s fourth studio recording, the second full-length for Vagrant, has been set for release this summer August 2004. Entitled, “Reality’s Coming Through” the album was finished at Head Gear studios whose facility has recorded: TV On The Radio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Ambulance. Mixing was completed at famed Mission Sound both studios in Brooklyn with Producer Tim O’ Heir (Dinosaur Jr, Stellastar*, All American Rejects). Classifying the band into one distinct style is nearly impossible. There are elements of punk, rock & roll, a bit of indie, and hardcore all mixed with pop sensibility where the band are concerned."

Straylight Run Debut On Victory Records | Bart

While less than a year old, Straylight Run's piano-driven, melody laden rock has been the talk of the music world since they released their five song EP on the Internet for download. They are currently in the studio recording their debut album, releasing on Victory Records in September 2004. Straylight Run has toured with the likes of Brand New and the New Amsterdams, as well as in support of Dashboard Confessional. While no formal recordings of the band exist, they have already appeared on Fuse’s IMX and have been featured in Rock Sound, Alternative Press and Newsday.

Taking Back Sunday To Release New Album | Bart

Chicago, April 23, 2004 -- Taking Back Sunday and Victory Records are pleased to announce that a July 27th release is planned for their sophomore album, "Where You Want To Be". After wrapping up recording on the east coast this week, Taking Back Sunday will start a month of dates supporting Blink-182 and Cypress Hill. Next they head to the UK for their first trip outside North America to play the Donnington Download Festival with Metallica, as well as a string of sold out concerts in London, Glasgow and Manchester, among others. The band then returns to the US as one of this year’s headliners on the Vans Warped Tour 10th anniversary trek beginning in Houston TX on June 25 and concluding in Boston, MA on August 19th. Late August finds them back in the U.K. to perform on the legendary Reading Festival with Morrissey, Green Day, The Darkness and 50 Cent among others.

Fat Mike on Bush | Bart

Here is Fat Mike's assessment of the Rock Against Bush tour. He's a clever guy, eh. "Things that sucked on the first 3-week Rock Against Bush tour: 1. Threw my back out lifting a hat and had to play 2 shows lying on a couch. 2. Arizona State University cancelled the last show because they heard that there were artists speaking against Bush. It was supposed to be a free outdoor show for 10,000 people. We had to move it to a small theatre and charge 25 bucks to pay for the giant PA we rented for the big outdoor show. Apparently ASU doesn't like political debate. 3. Skinheads in Bakersfield threw large chunks of cement at us. One piece hit Eric Melvin and another went through my speaker. 4. After working with us for 13 years, Timmy the Turtle sang with us for the last time. He is now tour managing for Bad Religion. Oh and he cracked a rib on stage in Phoenix. We miss him. 5. Waking up at 7 AM to do interviews on morning radio shows. 6. Had nightmares after watching scary movies on Alkaline Trio's bus Things that ruled on the first 3-week Rock Against Bush tour: 1. Got to watch scary movies on Alkaline Trio's bus. 2. I whored myself on commercial alternative radio, but got our message out to over 4 million listeners. 3. Matt Skiba and I wrote a song together. 4. The tour drew more than 50,000 people. 5. Playing "Too Drunk to Fuck" with Jello Biafra was neat. 6. Between Punkvoter and Music for America, we got over 10,000 kids to sign up, and around 2,000 new registered voters. Even a few dozen from Bakersfield. 7. CNN filmed the last show for Inside Politics. 8. Timmy the Turtle looked real funny when he slipped on stage in Phoenix. We all laughed. Thanks to everyone that came and for their support, Fat Mike"

Silent Drive on Equal Vision | Bart

"Equal Vision is pleased to announce the release of Silent Drive's debut album, Love Is Worth It, on May 4th. Boasting members of Bane and Drowningman, this Massachusetts-based quartet has created an album that is downright genre-bending. Produced by Bill Stevenson (Descendent and producer of Good Riddance, Anti-Flag and Rise Against) Love Is Worth It combines the best elements of punk, indie rock, hardcore and metal. Silent Drive completed the Equal Vision Records Tour earlier this spring and just returned from making their live debut in Japan and California with label-mates, Bane. The band will be touring throughout the summer in support of the new album."

Shadowboxer | Bart

Shadowboxer, an All-Star cast featuring members of the Nerve Agents, Swingin' Utters and Screw 32, have just posted their first mp3 on their website. Check it out at http://www.shadow-boxer.net

The Lawrence Arms take a break. | Bart

Here is the latest updated entry at http://www.thelawrencearms.net from Bren. With all of the rumors going 'round I figured it'd be good to post this in his own words. "April 18, 2004 here we are kids in Germany, and we're loving it. Soon we are heading to the UK and then around and around and around. The tour has been great so far and we're really grateful to everyone who has come out. Now dig this...We were sitting around the other day, just farting on each other as gentlemen of our unique social position are known to do during long van rides when we realized that we are all pretty tired, and pretty burned out on never being at home, so we decided that after our upcoming tour with Tsunami Bomb (which will be a US tour in July and August) we are going on hiatus, or, for the less verbose of you, taking a long break. NOW, don't freak out or anything, we are NOT breaking up or any crap like that. The website will continue to be updated and we will continue to write songs and shit like that. Hell, we might even do some shows around Chicago, but we ARE going to stop touring for a while. SO THIS IS WHERE YOU, DEAR SIR OR MADAM, COME IN!!! Come to see us on the Tsunami Bomb tour no matter what the cost. We want to see you all again. We promise to rock extra hard and also drink all the beer you bring us. OKAY! I have to go, the germans are restless, but let's all get ready for an amazing July and August that none of us should be able to forget, but for some reason can't remember. word up!!! Brendan"

Victory Records at Skate & Surf | Bart

Going to Skate and Surf? Come to the Victory Records booth and get the lowdown on our scheduled meet and greets with the bands. Then do yourself a favor and enter to win an I-pod full of Victory music and pick up sweet free stuff. Don't miss Victory bands playing at Skate and Surf: Fri– Silverstein @ 2:45 on the Ocean Ave Stage Sat – Streetlight Manifesto @ 6:35 on the Arcade Stage & Taking Back Sunday @ 10:30 on the Main Stage

Anti- Roster Grows | Bart

"Anti Records – home to musical icons, Tom Waits, Nick Cave and Daniel Lanois – is proud to announce the April 27 release of JOLIE HOLLAND’s first studio album ‘Escondida.’ Combining blues, folk, jazz and pop in totally inventive ways, ‘Escondida” marks the emergence of a unique and important new voice. HOLLAND will kick off a Spring tour of the US on May 14 at San Francisco’s Swedish American Hall." Keep an eye on this one if you're into anything remotely folk-rock.

Official TBS Press Release | Bart

Chicago, April 8, 2004 -- Taking Back Sunday and Victory Records are pleased to announce that a July 2004 release is planned for their sophomore album. After spending the early part of the year writing and arranging their new songs, some of which were written while on their previous tour and some newly penned, they signed Lou Giordano on as producer. Famous for his work with Sugar, Husker Du, Sunny Day Real Estate and Belly, Giordano’s innovative spirit, tremendous experience and faith in the band won them over and created an electric work environment in the studio. Guitarist and founding member Eddie Reyes adds “recording with Lou is like being in school again because he is a teacher and you learn so much from him.” “The new album is still very Taking Back Sunday but more mature and more rock and roll,” continues Reyes. “I know every band says that but for real, it’ll kick you in the balls. The first record was written for fun and the love of music, no expectations. Even though it’s done more than we ever expected, I still tried to go into the second record the same exact way. We’re all here to have fun, hopefully the audience will enjoy it and feel the same way.” Giordano adds “This was one of the most enjoyable recording experiences I've ever had. It amazes me that these guys were able to bring together such diverse musical backgrounds and form a cohesive vision that not only meets but surpasses their previous efforts. There's a wide variety of song styles, some with the signature Taking Back Sunday sound and some heading in totally new directions. It’s an honor to work with these guys on one of the most anticipated albums of 2004.” After wrapping up recording on the east coast some time in April, Taking Back Sunday will headline this year’s annual sold-out Skate and Surf Festival in New Jersey on April 17 before starting a month of dates supporting Blink-182 and Cypress Hill throughout May. Next they head to the UK for their first trip outside North America to play the Donnington Download Festival with Metallica and continue on a string of soon to be sold-out headlining dates including two shows at London’s legendary Astoria. The band then returns to the US as one of this year’s headliners on the Vans Warped Tour 10th anniversary trek beginning in Houston TX on June 25 and concluding in Boston, MA on August 19.

Blackout! Roster Expanding | Bart

Blackout! Records is proud to announce their new signing, THE ESCAPED. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, THE ESCAPED describes themselves as ‘Anti-Racist Street Punk.” THE ESCAPED’s sound can be described as a combination of the energy of hardcore and the esthetic and ethics of old-school punk, which they couple with an amazing drive and DIY work ethic rarely seen in today’s music scene. THE ESCAPED are currently gearing up for their third North American tour beginning later this month as Blackout! prepares to release their second full-length, “Rose City Hardcore” on July 13th, 2004.

Taking Back Sunday Recording | Bart

Straight from the fine folk at Victory comes this news that'll make all you emo kids extra weepy. Can you say tears of joy? "When Taking Back Sunday completed their fall tour with Saves The Day, there were high fives all around. After they bid farewell to their tight bro's, they began to look to the future. The obvious next step was to have their bodies cryogenically frozen and genetic doubling completed, so that they could move on to phrase three. The men of Taking Back Sunday emerged from their pods refreshed, with a new sense of purpose. Secure in the knowledge that should mid-air disaster occur, their cryogenic replacements would march to the fore, they boarded a plane bound for Bombay. Once on the ground in the ancient city, Taking Back Sunday made a beeline for the hottest producer/re-mixer/lifestyle coach of the moment. Of course, you guess correctly, the Dali Lama himself. As spiritual as he is fresh, the DL brings mad beats and lessons of karmic balance to Taking Back Sunday. Despite his vow to change the band completely and alienate their entire fanbase, the new songs are said to be both spiritual and hard partying. With great joy, the band announces that the new record will be in your presence in July, 2004." Weep away.

New Northstar MP3 | punkrockreviews.com

Everyone get over to http://www.Triplecrownrecords.com now and download the new track "The Pornographer's Daughter" off the up coming full-length Pollyanna by the mighty Northstar.

Really Big Show | punkrockreviews.com

The fine folks over at //radiotakeover will be bringing you yet another great tour this Spring, dubbed the "Dance Or Die" Tour. Featuring some the most promising newcomers to underground rock, the tour will showcase THE BEAUTIFUL MISTAKE (The Militia Group), ANATOMY OF A GHOST (Fearless), EMERY (Tooth & Nail), and THE AKAS (Fueled By Ramen) and will take place from April 1st through May 8th. With such a great lineup, it goes without saying that //radiotakeover intends to make this a full U.S. tour, hitting venues from coast to coast and many points in between. More information about this tour can be found at: http://www.radiotakeover.com/danceordie. Dates for this tour are: April 01 Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction April 02 Bakersfield, CA @ Jerry's Pizza April 03 San Francisco, CA @ The Pound April 04 Sacramento, CA @ Boardwalk April 06 Portland, OR @ Meow Meow April 07 Seattle, WA @ Graceland April 08 Boise, ID @ The Venue April 09 Salt Lake City, UT @ Albee Square April 10 Denver, CO @ Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom April 11 Lawrence, KS @ The Bottleneck April 12 St Louis, MO @ Hi Pointe April 13 Chicago, IL @ Fireside Bowl April 14 Detroit, MI @ The Shelter April 15 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop April 16 Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr Small's April 17 Danbury, CT @ Empress Ballroom April 18 Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Park Convention Center April 19 New York City, NY @ The Continental April 21 Woodbridge, VA @ Club EastCoast April 23 Norfolk, VA @ Relative Theory Records April 24 Winston-Salem, NC @ Brew Ha Ha's April 25 Atlanta, GA @ Cotton Club April 26 Orlando, FL @ The Social April 27 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Club April 28 Tampa, FL @ State Theater April 30 Houston, TX @ Engine Room May 01 San Antonio, TX @ Communion May 02 Dallas, TX @ Gypsy Tea Rooom May 04 Albuquerque, NM @ TBA May 05 Phoenix, AZ @ Mason Jar May 06 Los Angeles, CA @ Troubador May 07 Las Vegas, NV @ The Huntridge May 08 San Diego, CA @ Epicenter

Don't Look Down | punkrockreviews.com

Nitro's Don't Look Down is in the process of recording their Nitro full-length debut. The record is being produced by Brian McTernan.

See the Greatest Band Ever Assembled | punkrockreviews.com

The Lawrence Arms are once again hitting the road in support of their "Greatest Story Ever Told" LP. They'll be all over the place with Dillenger 4, Mike Park and others so don't miss out. Also, for those in Chicago head down to the Bottom Lounge tonight (2/26), because bassist Brendan Kelly is DJing and playing all of his favorites and maybe your's too. http://www.thelawrencearms.net March 04, 2004 9:00PM $5.00 Howard's Club H Bowling Green, Ohio The Cardinal Sin, Treysuno, Bloodumpster March 05, 2004 7:00PM $7.00 Rhythm Room Cleveland Heights, Ohio The Cardinal Sin, Punchline March 06, 2004 7:00PM $7.00 Cafe Metropolis Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania The Cardinal Sin March 07, 2004 3:00PM $5.00 The Vault Port Jervis The Cardinal Sin, The Higher March 08, 2004 7:00PM $10.00 Knitting Factory New York, New York The Cardinal Sin, The Higher March 09, 2004 8:30PM $8.00 T.T. The Bears Cambridge, Massachusetts The Cardinal Sin March 10, 2004 8:00PM $8.00 Otto Bar Baltimore, Maryland The Cardinal Sin March 11, 2004 6:30PM Rex Theatre Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Cardinal Sin, Who's Keeping Score, Sixty Four March 12, 2004 8:30PM $7.00 Bernie's Distillery Columbus, Ohio The Cardinal Sin, Delay March 13, 2004 7:00PM $7.00 Radiodown Covington, Kentucky The Scrubs March 14, 2004 7:00PM $8.00 Rehearsal Studios Indianapolis, Indiana Mike Park March 15, 2004 8:00PM $8.00 Hi-Pointe St. Louis, Missouri Mike Park March 18, 2004 6:00PM $8.00 Tree's Dallas, Texas Against Me!, Dillinger Four, The Lawrence Arms, Grabass Charlestons, Sweet Jap March 19, 2004 7:00PM Emo's Austin Austin, Texas Alkaline Trio, Dillinger Four, David Cross, Against Me, Jello Biafra March 20, 2004 8:00PM $8.00 Silky's Houston, Texas Rye Coalition, Grabass Charlestons March 21, 2004 $7.00 Vino's Little Rock, Arkansas Motion City Soundtrack, The Oranges Band March 26, 2004 6:00PM $10.00 Bottom Lounge Chicago

Radio Chicago | punkrockreviews.com

Chicago's The Academy (Little League Recordings) will be special guests on 93.1FM's All Ages radio show this coming Friday Feb. 27. Visit http://www.allagesradio.com for more information. The band will be talking and hanging with Gordon and the crew, and debuting a few songs on their record on air.

Sugarcult MP3 Posted | punkrockreviews.com

Head over to http://www.Purevolume.com/sugarcult and hear the new track the band has posted. The songs called "Memory" and will be on the group's sophomore full-length Palm Trees and Powerlines due out April 13 on Fearless Records. http://www.sugarcult.com http://www.fearlessrecords.com

New Pulley MP3 | punkrockreviews.com

http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=353 That link will take you to a new track from Pulley. Their new album “Matters,” hits the streets on April 6th; the MP3 is for the song “A Bad Reputation.”

BR News Straight From the Big E | punkrockreviews.com

As the band continues to work on their new album, “The Empire Strikes First” the classic Bad Religion re-issues are creeping up. All of them have been re-mastered and some contain bonus tracks, while others have new art – some even have both! Anyways, here are the links to all of these new title pages for you to check out: Along The Way DVD http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=32 How Could Hell Be Any Worse http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=355 Suffer http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=356 No Control http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=357 Against The Grain http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=358 Generator http://epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=359

Turn of the Screw | punkrockreviews.com

Listen to 1208's new album "Turn of the Screw" in full or just download a couple tracks by hitting the links below. http://www.epitaph.com/goodies/ecard.php?id=280 MP3s for “Next Big Thing” and “My Loss” at the link below. http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=345

New Punk Comp. | punkrockreviews.com

Shnarler Records will be unleashing a Straight Edge comp. later this spring and have recently let some of the artists out of the bag. Look for tracks from Casey Jones, Throwdown, Sage Francis, Eighteen Visions, Bleeding Through and others. The cover art is being done by Gordon Tarpley (ex-As Friends Rust, Culture).

Pollyanna | punkrockreviews.com

Triple Crown Records' bad ass quartet from 'Bama, Northstar (who are one of the 100 bands to know in '04 thanks to A.P.) have finished recording their sophomore disc. It's titled "Pollyanna," and is tentatively due on April 20. The tracklisting is below and we'll have more information when mp3s are made available. http://www.isthisthingloaded.com Pollyanna 1.For members only 2. Pollyanna 3. American Living 4. The pornographers daughter 5. Like A.M. Radio 6. The Accident Underwater 7. Two zero Two 8. To my better angel: 9. Between Horns and Halos 10. Digital me 11. Rocket City

Up In Them Guts | punkrockreviews.com

Planes Mistaken For Stars new album "Up In Them Guts," is slated for a June 15 release. The band has decided they want to go back into the studio to add more to the album upon return from their UK tour with The Ataris.

Days.Like.These Debut LP Up For Pre-Order | Bart

The Days Like These debut LP "Charity Burns Green" which drops February 24th in all stores is now available for pre-order. to pre-order and download the opening track "The Dawning" head over to www.lobsterrecords.com or copy and paste this link: http://www.lobsterrecords.com/detail.html?id=98 this will take you directly to the item page. all pre-orders get a free poster. also, look out for Days.Like.These on tour this summer. dates to be announced soon. head over to daysliketheserock.com and lobsterrecords.com for more info. www.lobsterrecords.com www.daysliketheserock.com

New Piebald Album This Spring | punkrockreviews.com

Piebald's new album "All Ears, All Eyes, All the Time" will be released through So-Cal's SideOneDummy Records. Look for the album to drop in April.

Meaning of Life | punkrockreviews.com

Fearless Records is pleased to announce the release of a new Brazil album entitled "A Hostage and the Meaning of Life." Brazil's debut album will be in stores on April, 20th 2004. Brazil has toured the US several times in support of their debut EP "Dasein" (Fearless 2002). In their travels they teamed up with Blaze James, famed manager of Coheed and Cambria, Sparta and At The Drive-in. Blaze was eager to be involved with this extremely talented robotic post hardcore band. Tour dates are confirmed supporting Coheed and Cambria, and Brazil is also confirmed for the 2004 Vans Warped Tour and the New Jersey Skate and Surf Festival. "A Hostage and the Meaning of Life" was produced and engineered by Alex Newport, who has worked with scene heavies such as The Mars Volta, At The Drive-in, and The Locust. Together, Alex and Brazil have created a massive soundscape of progressive and experimental rock with the underlying beauty of a grand piano. "Aside from our usual 6-member wall of sound, we also tracked cello, saxophone, drum machines ran through pedals, 3 different keyboards, and various combinations of metal and violin bows on guitar strings," says singer/frontman Jonathon Newby. Dates with Coheed and Cambria, Rainer Maria 3.28.04 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza 3.29.04 - Providence, RI @ Lupo's At The Strand 3.31.04 - Montreal, QC @ Rainbow 4.01.04 - Toronto, ON @ Opera House 4.02.04 - Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall 4.03.04 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Eagles Club 4.04.04 - Minneapolis, MN @ The Quest 4.06.04 - Sauget, IL @ Pop's 4.07.04 - Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall 4.08.04 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart's 4.09.04 - Buffalo, NY @ Sphere Entertainment Complex 4.10.04 - Latham, NY @ Saratoga Winners 4.12.04 - Norfolk, VA @ Norva Theatre 4.13.04 - Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club 4.14.04 - Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero 4.15.04 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium

Ataris Live in Chicago | punkrockreviews.com

The Ataris first live full-length album is soon to drop. Recorded at the Metro in Chicago on Oct. 25, 2003, is only available at http://www.atarisbootleg.com, and can be pre-ordered now. Tracklising: 1.Unopened Letter to the World 2.1/15/96 3.IOU One Galaxy 4.so long, astoria 5.Between You & Me 6.Your Boyfriend Sucks 7.Song #13 8.All You Can Ever Learn is What You Already Know 9.Someday 10.The Saddest Song 11.The Boys Of Summer 12.Astro Zombies 13.1/15/96 (Acoustic) 14.My Hotel Year (Acoustic) 15.The Hero Dies in This One (Acoustic) 16.Fast Times At Dropout High (Acoustic) 17.A New England (Acoustic) 18.(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love & Understanding (Acoustic) 19.San Dimas High School Football Rules (Acoustic)

Jade Tree At SXSW | punkrockreviews.com

March 18, 2004 JADE TREE SXSW SHOWCASE The Parish 214 E. 6th St Austin, TX Pedro the Lion 1:00 am Denali 12:00 am Onelinedrawing 11:00 pm Cex 10:00 pm Ester Drang 9:00 pm Statistics 8:30 pm Special Guest 8:00 pm

Flicker What? | punkrockreviews.com

Some may remember a few years back when VH1 ran the reality show Bands On The Run. Some may remember that the band who won the competition, Flickerstick, were signed to Epic Records (recently their deal was dissolved due to low record sales). Well, I'm a sucker for good pop-rock and these Texans are hitting the road. The dates are below. http://www.flickerstick.com Feb. 13th - Memphis, TN - Newby's Feb. 14th - Nashville, TN - Exit/In Feb. 15th - Birmingham, AL - The Nick Feb. 18th - Tallahassee, FL - Floyd's Feb. 19th - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Culture Room Feb. 20th - St. Petersburg, FL - State Theater Feb. 21st - Orlando, FL - The Social Feb. 22nd - Jacksonville, FL - Jack Rabbits Feb. 24th - Atlanta, GA - Smith's Olde Bar Feb. 25th - Raleigh, NC - Lincoln Theater Feb. 26th - Columbia, SC - New Brookland Tavern Feb. 27th - Charlotte, NC - Amos (W/ Course Of Nature)

APO Going to Make a Sound | punkrockreviews.com

Autopilot Off's Island/Def Jam full-length album, "Make A Sound", will be available everywhere on April 13th. Keep your ears out for the first single, "What I Want" hitting radio stations throughout March.

Victory Bringing Heat For Real | punkrockreviews.com

Victory Records will release "Drive By Monologue" by The Hurt Process on March 23rd in the U.S. and April 6th in Canada. The Hurt Process will be on this summer's Warped Tour to support the new album. Victory is also very excited to announce the signing of Germany's LifeForce Records to an exclusive distribution agreement for the US and Canada. Their first release will be by Germany's Destiny on 4/6/04.

Up Coming Armor For Sleep Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

02/05 Rochester, NY Steel Music Hall 6pm $13 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/06 Reading, PA Soundwaves 6pm $13 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/07 Norfolk, VA Norva Theatre 7pm $10/12.50 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/08 Raleigh, NC Lincoln Theatre 7pm $10/12 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/09 Columbia, SC New Brookland Tavern TBA TBA w/From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/10 Tallahassee, FL Big Daddy's TBA TBA w/From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/16 Austin, TX Emo's 5pm $8/10 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/17 Dallas, TX Gypsy Tea Room 6:30pm $12 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/18 Houston, TX Engine Room 7pm $10/12 w/ From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 02/20 Chicago, IL Metro TBA TBA w/From Autumn To Ashes, Silverstein & The AKAs 03/14 Buffalo, NY Xtreme Wheels 6pm $10/12 w/Bane, Alexisonfire, Bear Vs Shark & Silent Drive 03/15 Detroit, MI The Shelter 6:30pm $10/12 w/Bane, Alexisonfire, Bear Vs Shark & Silent Drive 03/16 Chicago, IL The Bottom Lounge 5pm $10/12 w/Bane, Alexisonfire, Bear Vs Shark & Silent Drive 03/17 Indianapolis, IN Rehearsal Studio 6:30pm $10 w/Bane, Alexisonfire, Bear Vs Shark & Silent Drive 03/18 St. Louis, MO Creepy Crawl 7pm $10 w/Bane, Alexisonfire, Bear Vs Shark & Silent Drive

Pedro The Lion News Bonanza | Bart

Here is a press release from our friends at Jade Tree discussing the upcoming Pedro The Lion LP. Be sure to check out the MP3! "David Bazan and crew have just completed working on PEDRO THE LION'S follow-up to 2002's critically acclaimed/politically enraged Control and those results, herein known as Achilles' Heel (JT1095), are slated to be released on CD format May 25th, 2004 (Available for pre-order March 23rd, 2004) while the vinyl version will come out via our friends at Devil in the Woods. Recorded in Washington State at the band's home studio -- longtime Bazan collaborators TW Walsh and Casey Foubert (Seldom) were joined by multi-instrumentalist/percussive powerhouse James McAlister (Ester Drang) as the group spent a solid month working on the album's tracks. The concluding record is richly crafted and flawlessly produced as a scathing glance into the crosshairs of the American dream, a heartbreaking sketch of husbandhood and ultimately an exploration of faith as told through eleven perfectly textured vignettes. As sonically mature as it is emotionally complex, Achilles Heel is imbued with the hopeful sadness that only Pedro the Lion can, and do deliver. Mr. Jesse LeDoux, who designed the last Shin's & Hot Hot Heat releases, penned the record's gorgeous artwork. MP3: Discretion: http://www.jadetree.com/mp3/PedroTheLion-Discretion.mp3 TRACK LISTING: 01. Bands With Managers 02. Foregone Conclusions 03. The Fleecing 04. Discretion 05. Arizona 06. Keep Swinging 07. Transcontinental 08. I Do 09. A Simple Plan 10. Start Without Me 11. The Poison Also be sure to catch PEDRO THE LION as they head out to road test their new material as well as old favorites with label mates, friends and collaborators ESTER DRANG tagging along for support. Official Pedro The Lion Site: http://www.pedrothelion.com PEDRO THE LION Please consult the tour page on http://www.jadetree.com for updates. All dates w/ Ester Drang February 27: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall - Noise Pop Fest 28: Healdsburg, CA @ Raven Theater (115 N St) w/ John Vanderslice 29: Chico, CA @ Chico State March 1: Portland, OR @ Berbati's Pan (231 SW Ankeny) w/ John Vanderslice 3: Anacortes, WA @ Department of Safety (1011 - 12th St) w/ John Vanderslice 4: Victoria, BC @ Lucky Bar (517 Yates St) 17: Ft Worth, TX @ Ridglea Theater (6025 Camp Bowie Rd) w/ John Vanderslice 19: Houston, TX @ Club Fat Cat (4216 Washington)

The Goodwill Leaves on Tour | Bart

The Goodwill (Negative Progression Recoids) leaves for tour next week with Digger (Hopeless Records) and Madcap (Victory Records). All dates are below: February 12th West Lafayette, IN Purdue University St Thomas Aquinas Center The Goodwill, When Sparks Fly, Drive Like June, Red Hot Valentines February 13th Nashville, TN Rocket Town The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap, My Hotel Year February 14th Lexington, KY The Gardenside YWCA The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 15th Richmond, VA Nancy Raygun The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap, Feable Weiner February 16th Woodbridge, VA Club EastCoast The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 17th Willkes-Barre, PA Cafe Metroplis The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 18th Erie, PA Forward Hall The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 19th Chicago, IL Fireside Bowl The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 20th Detroit, MI The Shelter The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 21st Cleveland Heights, OH The Rhythm Room The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 22nd St. Albans, WV The Brickhouse The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 24th Jacksonville, FL Jack Rabbit's The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 25th Savannah, GA Jinx The Goodwill, Digger, Madcap February 26th Marietta, GA Swayze's The Goodwill

Solid State Dishes News | punkrockreviews.com

Here are Solid State's upcoming releases for 2004 02/24/04 - Beloved "The Running EP" re-release w/ bonus tracks 03/09/04 - Haste The Day "Burning Bridges" 03/23/04 - Officer Negative "The Death Campaign Project" 04/06/04 - Dead Poetic "New Medicines" 04/20/04 - Training For Utopia "Technical Difficulties" 05/08/04 - Demon Hunter "Summer Of Darkness" 06/15/04 - Underoath "They’re Only Chasing Safety" After several line up changes over the years, Atlanta's Norma Jean makes another. Here is their official statement: "Hello all. We have decided to announce the recent departure of our singer, and best friend...Brad, who will no longer be singing with our band. We would like to clarify that there are no hard feelings or bitterness between us. We love Brad very much. He is our brother. At this time, we all felt like it was the best thing we could do. Both for the band, and for brad and his family. We will still be coming to the UK the first of February. Our good friend Cory Putman, formerly of the band Eso-Charis, will be filling in for us, for the time being. As of right now, we have no plans for a permanent replacement. But we will keep you up to date on what’s going on. We will still be doing a full-US tour in March/April. Thank you for your support. Amen." Daniel. Norma Jean.

Sugarcult News | punkrockreviews.com

If you're a fan of mod-pop-punk band Sugarcult, head over to http://www.Fearlessrecords.com and peep the artwork for the new album that drops this April titled "Palm Trees and Power Lines." The band is currently opening a five week tour for MxPx and Simple Plan, the remaining dates are listed below. 1/29/04 Milwaukee, WI Eagles Ballroom MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 1/30 Fri Chicago, IL Riviera Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 1/31 Sat St. Louis, MO The Pageant MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/2 Mon Cincinnatti, OH Bogarts MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/3 Tues Cleveland, OH Agora Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/4 Wed Detroit, MI State Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/6 Fri New York, NY Roseland Ballroom MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/8 Sun Washington, DC 9:30 Club MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/9 Mon Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Motion City Soundtrack 2/11 Wed Orlando, FL House of Blues MxPx, Sugarcult, Autumn To Ashes, Billy Talent. 2/12 Thurs Boynton Beach, FL Ovation MxPx, Autumn To Ashes, Sugarcult, Billy Talent. 2/14 Sat Atlanta, GA Tabernacle MxPx, Sugarcult, Autumn To Ashes, Billy Talent 2/16 Mon Dallas, TX Next Stage MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/17 Tues Houston, TX 610 Arena MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/19 Thur Phoenix, AZ Celebrity Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/20 Fri Las Vegas, NV House Of Blues MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/21 Sat Anaheim, CA House of Blues MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/22 Sun Los Angeles, CA The Palladium MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/24 Tues San Luis Obispo, CA Cal Poly Univ. MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/25 Wed San Francisco, CA Warfield Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/27 Fri Portland, OR Crystal Ballroom MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent 2/28 Sat Seattle, WA Paramount Theatre MxPx, Simple Plan, Sugarcult, Billy Talent

Reel Big Fish in the U.K | punkrockreviews.com

The great Reel Big Fish are touring the U.K. for the next few weeks. Along for the ride are Zebrahead and Epitaph's newest signees The Matches. Here are the dates for those who can experience the rock. 02/28/2004 Basel, Switzerland Kaserne Zebrahead, The Matches 02/29/2004 Munich, Germany Elserhalle Zebrahead, The Matches 03/01/2004 Essen, Germany Zeche Carl Zebrahead, The Matches 03/02/2004 Hamburg, Germany Grunspan Zebrahead, The Matches 03/03/2004 Amsterdam, Holland Melkweg Zebrahead, The Matches 03/05/2004 Leeds, UK Leeds University Goldfinger, Zebrahead, The Matches 03/06/2004 Sheffield, UK Octagon Centre Goldfinger, Zebrahead, The Matches 03/07/2004 Newcastle, UK Northumbria University Goldfinger, Zebrahead, The Matches 03/08/2004 Norwich, UK University of East Anglia Billy Talent 03/09/2004 Southampton, UK Guildhall Goldfinger, Zebrahead, The Matches 03/10/2004 Bristol, UK Carling Bristol Academy Goldfinger, Zebrahead, The Matches 03/11/2004 Birmingham, UK Carling Birmingham Academy Goldfinger, Zebarhead, The Matches 03/12/2004 London, UK Carling Brixton Academy Goldfinger, Zebarhead, The Matches Buy Tickets 03/13/2004 Manchester, UK Manchester Academy Goldfinger, Zebarhead, The Matches 03/14/2004 Glasgow, UK Barrowland Goldfinger, Zebarhead, The Matches

Fat MP3s | punkrockreviews.com

Head over to http://www.fatwreck.com to hear two new MP3s. The first comes from The Subhumans "Live In A Dive" album, the tracks called "Religious Wars." While you're there listen to The Descendents' "Nothing With You," off of the "Merican" EP.

Long Time Coming | punkrockreviews.com

After years of toiling in the scene it appears Vagrant Records' No Motiv is finally getting the push they deserve. The band recently performed live at ESPN's Winter X-Games and now set out for a tour as their record "Daylight Breaking" drops this Tues. Jan 27. http://www.No-Motiv.com No Motiv In Store Performance and Signing 1/30/04 @ 5pm Salzer's Records 5777 Valentine Rd. Ventura, CA 805.639.2160 CD Release Party at Velvet Jones 1/30/04: Velvet Jones 423 State St. Santa Barbara, CA 805.965-8676 Tour dates w/ Finger Eleven 2/4/04: Providence, RI - The Call 2/6/04: Buffalo, NY - Showplace Theatre 2/8/04: Richmond, VA - Canal Club 2/10/04: Pittsburgh, PA - Club Laga 2/11/04: Cleveland, OH - The Odeon 2/17/04: San Francisco, CA - Slim's 2/22/04: Dallas, TX - Trees 2/23/04: Houston, TX - Engine Room

Deep Elm News | punkrockreviews.com

Deep Elm is currently give away music. Head over to http://www.DeepElm.com and pick up a free sampler. The only catch is the $2.00 shipping fee. The sampler includes tracks from Benton Falls, Sounds Like Violence and Red Animal War just to name a few. The sampler is comprised of 20 tracks in all. The label has also lowered prices on all merch in the label's web store.

Coheed + Jimmy Kimmel = Neat | punkrockreviews.com

Coheed and Cambria is confirmed to perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live Thursday January 29. Please check http://www.abc.com and local listings and for specific channel and time. http://www.equalvision.com

Marvelous Midtown | punkrockreviews.com

Former Marvelous 3 singer/guitarist Butch Walker will have his second solo record "Letters" released in Feb. by Artemis Records. Walker recently wrapped up production on the new Midtown album. Currently Midtown is without a label and no date is set for a release. However, a link is below where all can sample one of the new tracks from Midtown's next record. http://www.absolutepunk.net/midtown/thanks.htm

Run Run Run | punkrockreviews.com

Peter Martin, former guitarist of Lifetime, is now shredding the six-string for Los Angeles, CA's Run Run Run. Check out the band at http://www.RunRunRun.tv to learn more on this group.

Suburban Home Records In Trouble | punkrockreviews.com

Dear Friends, I’m writing this letter today out of necessity. For all those that know me, I am not the type of person that enjoys discussing the day to day finances of my business, so please know that I would not be approaching you if it was not due to a dire situation. As the retail music industry continues to go through hard times, we have just been informed this week that our biggest record distributor will be sending us a substantial retail return. This is the second return in two months, and they total $40,000. Without getting into specifics, this means that we will not be expecting a payment for quite some time. For an independent business like mine, this could prove to be the end of Suburban Home if we don’t do something about it. Imagine if your household did not receive any income for three months. To get to the point, we need your help. We need to raise $20,000 over the next month and a half, or Suburban Home could be forced to close. This means that if 400 of you can find it in your hearts to each spend around $50 on our compact discs, t-shirts, and zines,(we are always adding new merch and records to our site) this would be enough to get us through this hard time. Also, there will be a series of benefit shows to save Suburban Home, and I want to thank all the bands that have already agreed to donate their time and talent. The future of Suburban Home Records is bright if we can get through this. We have so many great releases planned in the near future including new records by The Gamits, Planes Mistaken For Stars, Stereotyperider, Mike Park, Laymen Terms, Adventures of Jet, and others. Our distributed labels (Negative Progression, Fastmusic, Double Zero, Law of Inertia, Goodfellow, Attention Deficit Disorder, Dying Wish, Soda Jerk, Status, and Grey Flight) will also be releasing new independent music throughout the year, and I would hate to see this be the end of our relationship together. In closing, if you could find it in your hearts to help us out, we will be forever in your service. On behalf of everyone at Suburban Home Records and myself, Your friend through music, Virgil Dickerson http://www.suburbanhomerecords.com

Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

The Goodwill, Digger and Madcap are hitting the road. Check out the dates below. February 13th Nashville, TN Rocket Town February 14th Lexington, KY The Gardenside YWCA February 15th Richmond, VA Nancy Raygun February 16th Woodbridge, VA Club EastCoast February 17th Willkes-Barre, PA Cafe Metroplis February 18th Erie, PA Forward Hall February 19th Chicago, IL Fireside Bowl February 20th Detroit, MI The Shelter February 21st Cleveland Heights, OH The Rhythm Room February 22nd St. Albans, WV The Brickhouse February 24th Jacksonville, FL Jack Rabbit's February 25th Savannah, GA Jinx February 26th Marietta, GA Swayze's

News 'O Plenty From the Militia Group | punkrockreviews.com

Militia's first ever cheap ($3.98) CD will hit stores Feb 10 and features rare and unreleased tracks from The Beautiful Mistake, Rufio, Copeland, Anadivine, The Lyndsay Diaries, Blue Print Car Crash and Brandtson; as well as tracks from Big Collapse, The Rocket Summer, Denison Witmer, Tora! Tora! Torrance, Acceptance and Noise Ratchet. Also one CD will inclue a golden ticket of which the purchaser wins the opportunity to record a song for Volume 2. View E-Card and pre-order here: http://www.themilitiagroup.com Starting March 9th, The Rocket Summer's debut album, "Calendar Days" will now include a bonus DVD featuring music videos for "Skies So Blue," "This Is Me," interviews and live and tour footage from Bryce's adventures around the world! And for those of you across the pond, The Rocket Summer will be touring Europe with The Ataris in Feb. http://www.therocketsummer.com Big Collapse will be touring Feb/Mar with 36 Crazyfists and Armsbendback. Dates to be announced soon, so check out http://www.bigcollapse.com. Blue Print Car Crash has finished recording their debut EP entitled "Rhetoric of A Marionette" due in stores this March/April. Hit up http://www.blueprintcarcrash.net for more details and readings. Brandtson has updates and photos on their Web site from the studio as they record their new full-length and first full-length for The Militia Group. Tucked away in Eudora, Kansas at Black Lodge Studios with long-time producer, Ed Rose (The Getup Kids, Appleseed Cast), they are busy writing. http://www.brandtson.com

Further Seems Forever's Official Statement | punkrockreviews.com

This posting concerning the death of Further Seems Forever was posted at http://www.Punknews.org. In the tail end of the recording process for our upcoming album, after the music lay complete and awaiting vocals, Jason e-mailed us to announce that he was leaving Further Seems Forever without explanation. While we were aware that he was not fully satisfied with membership in the band, through the course of many encouraging discussions Jason assured us that we had worked out our problems and he remained committed to us. His decision left our music as a proverbial hostage as we now had no way to finish the album. This left the remaining members of the band in an artistically and legally precarious situation. It also left the band as a whole and its remaining members in financial ruin. Tooth and Nail was also left in a bind. As our label they had already spent money and time to complete the project. Jason's decision to leave at this time had negative effects that stretched far beyond the band. After much discussion between the parties involved and our label, the situation has now become cordial. Jason has verbally agreed to complete the album with us, bringing our last project as FSF to fruition. We believe in the music enough to share it with others despite the now certain disbanding of FSF. We are also 100% committed to bringing you our music personally on the up coming Tooth and Nail Tour. However, Jason has not yet informed us as to whether he will do the tour with us. We wish him the best in future endeavors regardless of his decision. As a band, FSF in all forms, has experienced together the full range of human emotions, from sorrow to elation. We have all been emotionally bruised by the course of events. Finally, we want all the fans to know what they have meant to us. In times of stress and disunity, the faith and love of "our people" has been a consolation; much more than that it has been a confirmation that all we have done is not in vain. Our music mattered to you and, therefore, achieved its most hoped for effect. The remaining members of the band will continue to create music together in the near future, as we have done for the past 10 years. Thank you and God Bless, Chad Joshua Steve Derick

Further Seems Forever Minus Second Vocalist | punkrockreviews.com

The rumors do have some truth, vocalist Jason Gleason has left the band Further Seems Forever. The remaining members of the band are hoping to do the T&N Tour, however, they are waiting for Gleason to respond to doing the tour. There is little information at htt://www.furtherseemsforever. This comes as a major shock to me personally. I've watched my favorite band lose their original vocalist, now a year after releasing one of my favorite albums of all time they lose their second singer. I pray the band can continue, they've shown they can overcome. Please, continue to make music as Further Seems Forever.

New Song | punkrockreviews.com

There's a new Midtown song off their as yet to be titled third studio album post at the link below. A label and release date is still unsure for this Butch Walker produced record. http://www.absolutepunk.net/midtown/thanks.htm

The Latest from Jade Tree | Bart

Our friends at Jade Tree just sent us the following info on their two upcoming releases from Onelinedrawing and Statistics. Read on! "ONELINEDRAWING "THE VOLUNTEERS" LP/CD (JT1093) AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER AT JADETREE.COM ONELINEDRAWING The Volunteers LP/CD (JT1093) is now available for pre-order (released March 23, 2004). After 2002's critically lauded Visitor, Jonah Matranga returns with his strongest record to date. Filled with aching melodies, heart wrenching lyrics and enough licks to kill a cat, The Volunteers finds Jonah honing in on the songwriter his many fans have seen him for all along. Made spontaneously in many different places, ranging from the smallest of bedrooms to full-bore studios, all of which contribute to the immediacy and diversity of the performances. The disc also includes liner notes by Onelinedrawing superfan Geoff Rickly (Thursday) and features an enhanced portion that contains demo versions of album tracks as well as additional liner notes written by Jonah himself. Drop in on The Volunteers official website (http://www.thevolunteers.net) for up to the minute news, a glimpse at some exclusive artwork/photos and while you're at it register for a chance to win a seat at a forthcoming ONELINEDRAWING private webcast concert. We'll keep you posted as ONELINEDRAWING plans for heavy touring and total world domination throughout 2004. "We Had A Deal" is the 1st mp3 from "The Volunteers": http://www.jadetree.com/mp3/onelinedrawing-We_Had_A.mp3 Official ONELINEDRAWNG site: http://www.onelinedrawing.com STATISTICS "LEAVE YOUR NAME" LP/CD (JT1091) RELEASED TODAY STATISTICS Leave Your Name LP/CD (JT1091) hits stores today. Denver Dalley's follow up to his gorgeously schizophrenic mixture of pop hooks and electro cool contained on last years self-titled EP, finds the front man (and main songwriter in Desaparecidos) blasting onward and upwards both in terms of songwriting and production. Refusing to be pinned down to any one style and the record spans the sonic spectrum with an impressive collection of power pop song craft, steadfast hooks and textural soundscapes. The distinctive, eleven-song Leave Your Name, is a bittersweet gem, a singular vision, and lays claim to a sound that is very much it's own. For fans excited to see the rock laid down live, we have a barrage of dates below as Statistics play main support on the forthcoming Engine Down tour. "Reminisce" is the 1st mp3 from "Leave Your Name": http://www.jadetree.com/mp3/Statistics-Reminisce.mp3 All dates w/ Engine Down (except 1/31 & 2/2) 2/4 - 2/14 w/ Moments in Grace, Decahedron January 31: Lawrence, KS @ Replay Lounge (946 Massachusetts) w/ Connor February 2: Nashville, TN @ The Deck (210 Louise Ave) 4: Carrboro, NC @ Go Rehearsal Rm 4 (100-F Brewer Ln) 5: Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern (122 State St) 18+ 6: St Augustine, FL @ Cafe Eleven (501 A1A Beach Blvd) 7: Gainesville, Fl @ Common Grounds (919 W University Ave) 8: Tampa, Fl @ The Orpheum (1902 Republica de Cuba) 9: Orlando, Fl @ The Social (54 N Orange Ave) 11: Baton Rouge, LA @ Spanish Moon (1109 Highland Rd) 18+ 12: Houston, TX @ Mary Jane's Fat Cat (4216 Washington) 13: Denton, TX @ Hailey's (122 Mulberry St) 14: Austin, TX @ Emo's (603 Red River) 16: Tucson, AZ @ Solar Culture (31 E Toole Ave) w/ The Velvet Teen 17: San Diego, CA @ The Casbah (2501 Kettner Blvd) 21+ w/ The Velvet Teen 18: West Hollywood, CA @ Troubadour (9081 Santa Monica Blvd) w/ The Velvet Teen 19: San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill (1233 17th St) 20: Portland, OR @ Nocturnal (1800 East Burnside) w/ The Velvet Teen 21: Tacoma, WA @ Univ. of Puget Sound Marshall (1500 N Warner St) w/ The Velvet Teen, Rocky Vottolato 25: Denver, CO @ Rock Island (1614 15th St) w/ The Jealous Sound 26: Kansas City, MO @ Spitfire (1717 W 9th St) w/ The Jealous Sound 27: Ames, IA @ The Maintenance Shop (2229 Lincoln Way) w/ The Jealous Sound 28: Minneapolis, MN @ Triple Rock (629 Cedar Ave S) w/ The Jealous Sound March 1: Detroit, MI @ Shelter (431 E Congress) w/ The Jealous Sound

DTR Signs Two New Bands | punkrockreviews.com

Drive-Thru Records has signed two new bands for this early part of the year, and I'm sure you've never heard of them either. Jenoah and HelloGoodBye are the two new additions and both come from the sunniest place on Earth, California.

Juliana Theory Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

The band is currently writing the follow-up to 2002's "Love," but are looking to take a break and rock some of the new material. Here's your chance to check out the new tunes before they're released on an unsuspecting world. Fri. 2/13/04 BALTIMORE, MD // Ottobar Sun. 2/15/04 HOBOKEN, NJ // Maxwell's Mon. 2/16/04 LANCASTER, PA // Chameleon Club Tue. 2/17/04 NEW YORK, NY // CBGB

Wanna Be On TV? | punkrockreviews.com

In early February, Revelation Records' Christiansen will be in Los Angeles, CA to shoot a video for "Under Things Killed" with director Anthony Scarpa. Scarpa recently found acclaim with his documentary "Betty Blowtorch (And Her Amazing True-Life Adventures)" taking home the audience prize at the Silverlake Film Festival. Make sure to attend the Feb 4 show at the Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA where the band will be filming their set for use in the video.

BYO Update | punkrockreviews.com

The long awaited, much anticipated full length from the quartet from Sunderland, England known as Leatherface will be in stores on March 9. This album is titled "Dog Disco," so be prepared. The Alkaline Trio/One Man Army Split is finished. Volume 5 of the split series which will feature BYO's own, One Man Army and Alkaline Trio will be out in early April 2004. It's Official...The Briefs have signed with BYO. The Seattle based quartet, will be heading into the studio in late Feb. to start work on their new album, that will be due out sometime in May. They also have a handful of dates with TSOL and will play San Francisco's Slims and LA's legendary rock club, Troubadour with Youth Brigade. BYO Records will be showcasing a bunch of bands at the South by Southwest Music Conference in Austin, TX. The Unseen, Manic Hispanic, The Briefs, Throw Rag, Pistol Grip and Jackass will all be performing at Emo's on March 19th. There will be a handful of shows with Manic Hispanic, The Briefs, and Jackass on on their journey from Cali to TX. Showdates being confirmed.

It's True | punkrockreviews.com

About one month ago PRR posted a news brief stating the Alkaline Trio would be making an appearance on this summer's Warped Tour. Many fan-sites scrambled and said they wouldn't be. Today I'm proud to say PRR was right and the Trio will play select dates on the tour. This spring and early summer the band is working on their next full-length as well.

Surprising | punkrockreviews.com

In a surprise turn of events, So-Cal mod-rockers Sugarcult has signed with Fearless Records. The label will release the band's sophomore record "Palm Trees, and Power Lines" in March. The surprise of this signing is the fact that Sugarcult's debut "Start Static," was highly successful. Spawning three singles/videos and had the song "Bouncing Off The Walls" featured in the movie Van Wilder. All I can say is, I'm scratching my head.

Finch Change Line Up | punkrockreviews.com

Drive-Thru/Geffen Records' Finch has parted ways with drummer Alex Pappas. Word is the band is going in a different direction than Pappas drumming allows. Rumors have circulated over the past few months that Finch had broken up. The band is still working on their still as-yet-untitled sophomore record with Mark Trombino. Counterfeit's Marc Allen is filling in for the band for now.

MTX Return | punkrockreviews.com

The new album from Mr. T Experience "Yesterday Rules," is out on Jan 13; but here are some special ways you can get it in advance, with a free poster or just get it for free. Pre-order MTX "Yesterday Rules" on http://www.Smartpunk.com right now and get a swanky poster free with your order. As of Monday Jan 12 order MTX "Yesterday Rules" and get a free poster direct from Lookout! Over on http://www.Interpunk.com you can enter their MTX contest starting next week. Enter to win a Lookout! gift certificate.

The Academy | punkrockreviews.com

Little League Records is very proud to announce that The Academy's debut EP is now available for preorder for only $8. The first 1000 pre-orders will come with a signed disc, and if you order one of the first 500 albums, as a bonus, you also get a signed poster. http://www.theacademyrock.com http://www.LLRRecords.com Attention Chicagoans, is playing this sunday with Fall Out Boy at Bottom Lounge. Get your tickets before they sellout

The Movie That Kills People | punkrockreviews.com

http://www.Punknews.org is reporting The Suicide Machines have announced that their DVD is scheduled for a Spring/Summer 2004 release date. The DVD will feature live concert footage (including footage of last months X-mas show in Pontiac, MI) and career spanning footage of the band throughout the years. Look for Detroit's premier Ska-Punk band playing a pair of dates in Puerto Rico later this month and then a 27 show tour through Europe with the U.K. band Adequate Seven with Tribute To Nothing supporting on 3 of those dates. Expect a tour of U.S. and Canada that will begin at the end of March to early May once they return to the States.

Slow Coming Day On The Road | punkrockreviews.com

Tooth & Nail Records' indie rockers Slow Coming Day is ready for another round with the road. They will be supporting Mae, The Working Title and Copeland over the next few weeks. 01.08.04 - Newport Beach, CA - Hogue Barmichaels (3950 Campus Dr) 01.19.04 - Tulsa, OK - Mustard Tree 01.20.04 - Fayetteville, AR - Xpressions Music Hall US Tour with Mae, Copeland, and the Working Title: 01.23.04 - Norfolk, VA - The Norva (317 Monticello Ave)- 9pm, $10 01.24.04 - Washington, DC - Black Cat (1811 14th Street NW)- 10pm, $10 01.25.04 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom (570 Jernee Mill Road)- $10 01.26.04 - Philadelphia, PA - TLA (334 South Street)- 8pm, $10 01.27.04 - New York, NY - Knitting Factory (74 Leonard Street)- 8pm, $10 01.28.04 - Cambridge, MA - Middle East (472 Massachusetts Ave)- 9pm, $10 01.29.04 - Lancaster, PA - Chameleon Club (223 North Water Street)- $8 01.30.04 - Pittsburgh, PA - Mr. Smalls Theatre (401 Lincon Avenue)- 6:30pm, $10 01.31.04 - Maumee, OH - Luke's Barn (2901 Key Street)- 6:30pm, $10 02.01.04 - Columbus, OH - Little Brothers (1100 North High Street)- 6:30pm, $8 02.02.04 - Madison, WI- Club 770 (227 North Randall Ave) 02.03.04 - Detroit, MI - The Shelter (431 East Congress)- 7:30pm, $8 02.04.04 - Chicago, IL - Metro (3730 N. Clark)- 6:30pm, $10 02.05.04 - Minneapolis, MN - Coffman Memorial Union (300 Washington Av)- 7pm, $8 02.06.04 - Kansas City, MO - Spitfire (1717 West 9th Street)- 8pm, $10 02.07.04 - Denver, CO - Cervantes (2637 Welton Street)- 7pm, $10 02.08.04 - Salt Lake City, UT - Kilby Court- 7pm, $10 02.09.04 - Boise, ID - The Venue (523 Braod St.)- $8 02.10.04 - Seattle, WA - Graceland (109 Eastlake Avenue)- 8pm, $10 02.12.04 - San Fransico, CA - Bottom of the Hill (1233 17th Street)- 8pm, $10 02.13.04 - Los Angeles, CA - The Roxy (9009 Sunset Blvd)- 8pm, $10 02.14.04 - Anaheim, CA - Chain Reaction (1652 W. Lincoln Ave)- 8pm, $8 02.15.04 - San Diego, CA - Epicenter (8450 Mira Mesa Blvd.)- 7:30pm, $10 02.16.04 - Tempe, AZ - Nita's Hideway (3300 S. Price Road)- 8pm, $10 02.19.04 - Austin,TX- Emo's (603 Red River)- $8 02.20.04 - Houston, TX - Fitzgerald's (2706 White Oak Dr)- 8:30pm, $10 02.21.04 - Fort Worth, TX - Wreck Room (3208 W. 7th St.)- 8:30pm, $7 02.22.04 - Oklahoma City, OK - Green Door (329 E. Sheridan)- $8 02.23.04 - Little Rock, AR - Vino's (923 West 7th St.)- 7:30pm, $8 02.24.04 - Nashville, TN - The End (2208 Elliston Place)- 8pm, $10 02.25.04 - Birimingham, AL - Cave 9 (2237 Magnolia Ave)- 7:30pm, $8 02.26.04 - Pensacola, FL - End of the Line (610 E. Wright St.)- 7pm, $8 02.28.04 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum (1902 Republica De Cuba)- 7:30pm, $8 02.29.04 - Fort Lauderdale, FL - The Factory (2674 E. Oakland Park)- 7pm, $9 03.02.04 - Orlando, FL - The Social (54 N. Orange Ave)- 5:30pm, $8 03.03.04 - Jacksonville, FL - Jack Rabbits (1528 Hendricks Avenue)- 8:30pm, $10 03.04.04 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade (695 North Ave NE)- 8pm, $10 03.05.04 - Greenboro, NC - Ace's Basement (2428 High Point Rd)- 8:30pm, $8 03.07.04 - Salisbury, MD - Salisbury U. Wicomico Room (1101 Camden Ave)- 6pm, $5

Bouncing Souls Update | punkrockreviews.com

The Souls will be performing on the Conan O'Brien on Friday, January 16. Check your local listings for times. The Souls, Hot Water Music and Randy will hit the road early next month and the dates are available at the link below. http://www.epitaph.com/toursevents/index.php?bid=15

Sense Field Is Dead!!!!!!! | punkrockreviews.com

Another great band has decided to end their career early as Sense Field has decided to hang it up, an official statement is below. "Friends, They say that each new year is a good opportunity to resolve yourself to make changes and we as a band are going into 2004, our 13th year as Sense Field, with the idea that each of us is ready to go off on our own and try different paths in life. In other words, we are putting Sense Field to rest. The decision was not an easy one to make but we feel as if we have done all that we can do as a band. There are no hidden reasons for the split, just good friends who have had fun and enjoyed more success and influence than they thought was ever possible when starting out in our friends garage in Harbor City. We plan to keep our website up for the near future since we know so many of you have become friends through the site. All outstanding merchandise orders are being fulfilled as this is being sent out and the remaining merchandise is online, basically if you ever wanted a Sense Field something, now is the time. We will also be keeping the mailing list intact so we can update you as each of the members go on to other projects. With an overwhelming sense of appreciation, Jon, Chris, Rodney, John and Rob AKA Sense Field"

Shocking but True | punkrockreviews.com

In a move similar to Vagrant's signing of From Autumn to Ashes, Epitaph has offically inked Boston, MA metalcore heroes Converge. The band will begin recording "You Fail Me," upon returning from their current European tour. An official press release can be seen at http://www.Convergecult.com.

Obsessed | punkrockreviews.com

Everyone's favorite fashioncore/metalcore band, Eighteen Visions, has officially titled their new record "Obsession." The album was produced by Murdock (Avenged Sevenfold) and will hit stores in the spring. http://www.Eighteenvisions.com

Ataris Set For Euro Tour | punkrockreviews.com

The Ataris are ready to wreck pop-punk havoc on the UK and Europe. Dates are below. http://www.Theataris.com Tue 17-Feb-2004 Dublin, Ireland Music Centre Wed 18-Feb-2004 Belfast, Ireland Limelight Fri 20-Feb-2004 London, UK Astoria Sat 21-Feb-2004 London, UK Astoria Sun 22-Feb-2004 Bristol, UK Academy Mon 23-Feb-2004 Nottingham, UK Rock City Tue 24-Feb-2004 Leeds, UK Met University Thu 26-Feb-2004 Wolverhampton, UK Wulfrun Hall Fri 27-Feb-2004 Glasgow, UK Barrowlands Sat 28-Feb-2004 Manchester, UK Academy Sun 29-Feb-2004 Portsmouth, UK Pyramid Centre Wed 03-Mar-2004 Milan, Italy Transilvania Thu 04-Mar-2004 Rome, Italy Alpheus Fri 05-Mar-2004 Bologna, Italy Estragon Sat 06-Mar-2004 Bassano, Italy La Gabbia

Ferret Update | punkrockreviews.com

Remebering Never's new album "Women and Children Die First" is now up for pre-sale. Head over to the Ferret Web store to pick it up. http://www.ferretstyle.com/store

Militia Group Signs Brandtson | punkrockreviews.com

Cleveland, OH and long time Deep Elm Records mainstay, Brandtson, has official signed to The Militia Group. http://www.themilitiagroup.com

Nice Guy Artists Hitting the Road | punkrockreviews.com

Nice Guy Records' When Sparks Fly and The Bottom Line will be blazing across the states in the coming months. All dates are posted below. http://www.Niceguyrecords.com WHEN SPARKS FLY 1/16 Detroit, MI 1/17 Grand Rapids, MI 1/20 Muncie, IN 1/23 Indianapolis, IN 1/29 Dayton, OH (w/ Let It Burn) 1/30 Louisville, KY (w/ Let It Burn) 2/7 Toledo, OH 2/8 Detroit, MI BOTTOM LINE 1/9 Cincinnati, OH (w/ The Scrubs) 1/10 Cincinnati, OH (w/ Story of the Year) 1/16 Long Island, NY 2/1 Vineland, NJ (w/ Tokyo Rose & Junction 18) 2/4 Washington, D.C. (DJ Rossstar) In other Nice guy news, Bottom Line is currently in pre-production for a new full length record, due out in July 2004. Also, the label has just added new merch to their web store.

Slowdance Records Gets Rescued | punkrockreviews.com

Slowdance Records has signed The Rescue, making them the first band out side of the western U.S. to join the labels roster. Here is what Slowdance has to say about their lastest signing: "Holy crap! We signed a new band. They are called Rescue and are from Detroit, thus making them the first band in a different time zone than us. Look for news on their upcoming "Flamingo Minutes" EP, a proper band page, tour dates, MP3s and all sorts of other nice things coming soon. Rescue rules the school and you are totally going to LOVE them." http://www.Slowdance.com

Double Zero Signs... | punkrockreviews.com

Chicago's Double Zero Records, owned by Mike Felumlee, has signed Chicago's Amazing Transparent Man. ATM have finished their new record and are looking to hit the road in Feb. with the album dropping sometime in March.

The Curse | punkrockreviews.com

Victory Records' Atreyu is entering the studio on Feb 1 with producer GG Garth. The record is titled "The Curse," and will cause mosh pits to open up on June 15. http://www.Atreyu.com

Hitting the Lonely Road | punkrockreviews.com

One of the most underrated punk rock bands, The Lonely Kings, are hitting the west coast for the new year. http://www.Lonelykings.com 31 Dec 2003 Santa Cruz, CA Vets Hall New Years Celebration 2 Jan 2004 San Francisco, CA The Parkside 5 Feb 2004 Chico, CA Riff Raff OR LUCKYS 6 Feb 2004 Portland, OR Tonic Lounge 7 Feb 2004 Longview, WA TBA 13 Feb 2004 Las Vegas, CA Double Down Saloon 16 Feb 2004 San Antonio, TX Sin 13 20 Feb 2004 Aptos, CA Aptos Club 1 Mar 2004 Las Angeles, CA TBA 2 Mar 2004 Corona, CA Showcase Theatre 4 Mar 2004 San Luis Obispo, CA TBA 5 Mar 2004 Los Gatos, CA The Outhouse 6 Mar 2004 Sacramento, CA The Boardwalk 7 Mar 2004 Santa Cruz, CA TBA 8 Mar 2004 San Francisco The Pound 10 Mar 2004 Seattle, WA Graceland 11 Mar 2004 Portland, OR Solidstate (Rise Records Showcase)

EVR Update | punkrockreviews.com

Equal Vision Records has signed Denver, Colorado's Fear Before The March of Flames. The band is about to take to the highways, check out dates at http://www.Equalvision.com. EVR has also revamped their Web site for the new year.

Guns and Roses Tribute | punkrockreviews.com

Law of Inertia Records is releasing the long awaited Guns and Roses Tribute on March 23. It's called "Bring You To Your Knees: A Triubte To Guns N Roses" and will feature some of the best bands in hardcore today. Expect tracks by Dillinger Escape Plan, Most Precious Blood, Unearth, Vaux, The Beautiful Mistake, Bleeding Through, Time in Malta, Death By Stereo, Eighteen Visions, Every Time I Die, God Forbid, Haste and Break the Silence. Cover art and description can be seen at http://www.lawofinertia.com

Up to Date Line Up for Warped | punkrockreviews.com

Main Stage: New Found Glory Coheed and Cambria Taking Back Sunday Flogging Molly Anti-Flag Bouncing Souls Bad Religion Yellowcard Story of the Year Thursday (June 25-July 18, Aug 6-14) Sugarcult (July 20-Aug 19) NOFX (July 1-3, 5-26, Aug 4-19) Tiger Army (July 20-Aug 19) The Sounds (June 25-July 18) Atmosphere Int'l Noise Conspiracy (July 28-Aug 19) Lars Frederickson and the Bastards (July 20-Aug 19) 2nd Stage: Rise Against The Casualties Lillix (June 25-July 18) Allister (July 20-Aug 19) My Chemical Romance (June 25-July 18, 24) Rufio (July 20-Aug 19) From Autumn to Ashes (July 20-Aug 2) Matchbook Romance (July 20-Aug 19) The Revolution Smile (July 5-26) Volcom Stage: Letter Kills The Kinison (Aug 7-19) Don't Look Down (July 7-18)

Benefit Concert | punkrockreviews.com

Matt Embree, the lead singer of The RxBandits will be performing an acoustic set at a benefit show taking place at the Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA on Sunday, Dec.28th. There is also a rumor that other Drive-Thru bandmembers might be performing as well. Proceeds will go to the fire victims of the recent disaster in Southern California. http://www.allages.com has more information.

Fall Out Boy Update | punkrockreviews.com

Chicago's Fall Out Boy sent PRR an update recently and have informed us they are currently working on a DVD/acoutic EP combo. A title and release date is not known yet, and it is unknown if the release will come out on Fueled By Ramen or their new label Island/Def Jam. The band also says they have 18 songs written for their next full-length, which may drop by the end of the year. The band's upcoming tour dates are below. http://www.Falloutboy.com 12/26 The Trocadero Philadelphia, PA w/Catch 22, Bigwig, Punchline 12/27 Valentines Albany, NY w/Catch 22, Big Wig, Punchline 12/28 Axis Boston, MA w/Catch 22, Bigwig, Punchline 12/29 Webster Theatre Hartford, CT w/Catch 22, Big Wig, Punchline 12/30 Fletcher's Baltimore, MD w/ Catch 22, Big Wig, Punchline 1/24 Klub Phenomenon Freeport, IL w/ Amazing Transparent Man, Killing Abraham, Oliver Song 1/30 Ventura Theater Ventura, CA w/ Mest, Homegrown, Madcap 1/31 House Of Blues Las Vegas, NV w/ Mest, Homegrown, Madcap 2/02 Scrappy's Tucson, AZ w/ Mest, Homegrown, Madcap 2/03 Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ w/ Mest, Homegrown, Madcap 2/04 SOMA San Diego, CA w/ Mest, Homegrown, Madcap 2/05 The Glass House Pomona, CA w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Madcap 2/06 House Of Blues Anaheim, CA w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Madcap 2/10 Aladdin Theatre Portland, OR w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Madcap 2/11 Graceland Seattle, WA w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Madcap 2/13 Bricks Salt Lake City, UT w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Madcap 2/14 Ogden Theater Denver, Co w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Dynamite Boy 2/15 The Bottleneck Lawrence, Ks w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Dynamite Boy 2/17 Mississippi Nights St. Louis, Mo w/ Mest, Matchbook Romance, Dynamite Boy

Benefit Concert in SoCal This Thursday | punkrockreviews.com

The following is information on a benefit concert to help striking workers in Southern California. It comes in the http://www.Undergroundactionalliance.org newsletter. "Our friends at Axis of Justice are holding a benefit concert to raise money for striking Southern California grocery store workers who are being faced with a reduction of benefits while their health care costs are increasing. The concert is THIS Thursday, December 18th at the Roxy Theater in Hollywood. Performers will include Tom Morello, Brad Wilk, Janeane Garafalo, Boots Riley from The Coup and Lester Chambers. If you live in Southern California, please try to attend this benefit! For further information visit the Axis of Justice website at http://www.axisofjustice.org."

Greatest Tour Ever Played | punkrockreviews.com

Fat Wreck's The Lawrence Arms is embarking on a headlinining tour in support of their new record "The Greatest Story Ever Told." The tour will run Jan. 2 through Jan. 29. Main support on the tour will come from Chicago's The Ghost, while The Grabass Charlestons and Bear vs. Shark will make appearances on select dates. Hit up http://www.TheLawrenceArms.net to see when they are coming to your town to drink all the beer.

Best News Ever | punkrockreviews.com

Tonight I received some of the best news about one of my favorite bands, MIDTOWN IS IN THE STUDIO! Still label-less but the band is recording a new album and these is a lengthy official statement from the quartet: "We're sorry that we've been out of touch for the past few months, and we know that you may have heard many rumors and horror stories (such as the rumors of Tyler becoming a werewolf, or Rob leaving the band to pursue a solo career impersonating Liberace in Vegas). But cast ye away what rumors ye may have heard friends, for they are but mere fabrications; perversions of the truth; manipulations of the mind! That is unless of course you've heard that we have been writing the best record EVER! In which case you would have heard right! In all seriousness, we have spent the past year figuring a lot of things out, and making a lot of changes. Our main goal has been to understand EXACTLY what we want from this band, what we DON'T want, and taking the steps necessary to get there. One of the most important steps we took was to focus on writing in a way that we had never done before. We spent months getting together everyday for 6 or more hours a day to create music that could challenge us and our fans, but still maintain the kind of appeal our old songs were known for. In the past year we've written more songs than all of our previous albums combined, and have done things musically we couldn't have even imagined in the past. (Doesn't this sound like the biggest band cliche?) But of course none of this does any of us any good unless we get into the studio to record. And this is where our wonderful new friend Butch Walker comes in. We met Butch when we played a show with him this past May. He later told us that he really liked our new songs and wanted us to come down to his studio in Atlanta. So here we are . . . but we had no idea it was gonna rule! Of course it's always exciting to record new songs, but Butch has been so cool to us and the environment and vibe at the studio is so chill that it just makes the entire experience fun and relaxing. Which in turn makes our songs turn out even better. "That's great," you say, "but when do I get a chance to sample this supposed musical masterpiece?" Well sit tight friends, for the future is but around the corner! Yes indeed, we will soon be posting a new song or three on this wonderful invention we like to call "Glocus," though you might refer to it as "The Internet." Seriously, we will be putting a few new songs online after the New Year so be sure to check our website to find out how to hear them. Speaking of the internet, we just created a MySpace.com account. We swore we would never touch Friendster, but I guess you can't escape the future. Anyway, we are going to use our page there to keep everyone updated more regularly on what's going on in the wonderful world of Midtown. We are already posting journal entries and photos and we will keep it updated regularly because it's so easy and soooo addictive! Search for us with firstname: "Midtown"and last name: "Rock". Then add us as your friend and we'll snuggle. Also, our MySpace friends will be the first to know about how to hear our new songs, so go go go! Last but not least, we want to let you guys know about two special shows we're playing. Why are these shows so special, you ask? For several reasons; pray, do tell. Firstly, they are the only shows we will be playing for a while. How long is a while? That, I do not know, but at least until March, if not later. We shall see what the future holds. Secondly, we are playing in small venues (The Knitting Factory in New York, and the Troubadour in LA). But lastly and most importantly, we are playing these shows to try out our new songs. That means that these shows will be your early chance to get down to our new jams live. Both shows are almost sold out, so if you want to get down, get a move on." I'm so happy!

T & N Tour | punkrockreviews.com

Further Seems Forever is headlining the first ever Tooth & Nail tour. The adventure kicks off Feb 5 and runs until March 2. Supporting FSF on the tour is Emery, MeWithoutYou, Anberlin and Watashi, WA. Check out http://www.Toothandnailtour.com for dates. Further Seems Forever has entered the studio this month to begin recording the follow up to "How To Start A Fire" (one of top five records of '03). Check out the review in the review archives section of the Web site. No word on if the band will wrap up recording before the T & N tour. The band spent much of '02 recording their last album between tours. Don't expect the album until the late summer/early fall at the earliest. http://www.FurtherSeemsForever.com

Stretch Continues To Tour | punkrockreviews.com

Here are the latest tour dates for posi-core hardcore band Stretch Arm Strong. 12.13 San Diego, CA Che Cafe w/ The Bled, The Kinison and The AKA's 12.14 Phoenix, AZ Mason Jar w/ The Bled, The Kinison and The AKA's 12.26 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory w/ Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more 12.27 Worcester, MA Palladium w/ Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more 12.28 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom w/ Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more 12.29 Washington DC 930 Club w/ Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more 12.30 Pittsburgh, PA Club Laga w/ Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more 01.17 Nashville, TN Rocket Town w/ Comeback Kid, Beloved and Evergreen Terrace 01.18 Memphis, TN The Riot w/ Comeback Kid, Beloved and Evergreen Terrace 01.19 Savannah, GA Teasers w/ Comeback Kid, Beloved and Evergreen Terrace 01.21 Atlanta, GA The Masquerade w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.22 Jacksonville, FL Plush w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.23 Boynton Beach, FL Club Ovation w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.24 St. Petersburg, FL Jannus Landing w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.25 Lake Buena Vista, FL House Of Blues w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.28 Norfolk, VA The NorVa w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.29 Hartford, CT Webster Theater w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.30 Worcester, MA Palladium w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 01.31 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom w/ Pennywise, Mad Caddies and more 02.01 NYC, NY Knitting Factory w/ Evergreen Terrace, Comeback Kid, On the Rise 02.02 Farmingdale, NY Downtown w/ Evergreen Terrace, Comeback Kid, On the Rise 02.18 Washington DC 9:30 Club w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.19 Philadelphia, PA Trocadero w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.20 Philadelphia, PA Trocadero w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.21 Pittsburgh, PA Club Laga w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.22 Cleveland, OH Agora Ballroom w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.25 Cincinnatti, OH Bogarts w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.26 Pontiac, MI Clutch Cargos w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.27 Chicago, IL House of Blues w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.28 Milwaukee, WI The Rave w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more 02.29 Minneapolis, MN The Quest w/ Pennywise, Guttermouth and more

Solid State 2004 Release Schedule | punkrockreviews.com

Beloved EP on February 24 Haste The Day debut record "Burning Bridges" March 9 Dead Poetic "New Medicines" April Demon Hunter "Summer of Darkness" May Underoath summer 2004!

Tours, Tours, Tours! | punkrockreviews.com

In Feb. and March AFI, Thursday and Coheed and Cambria will be hitting the road. Currently the dates are still being finalized. In other tour news, Alkaline Trio, Thrice and Hot Water Music are heading down under. The tour starts on Feb. 5 in Sydney, Austrialia.

Lookin' For Some New Tunes? | punkrockreviews.com

Midwest indie-pop-rockers, Codie, have recently added several new tracks to their Website. Head on over to http://www.soundclick.com/Codie to take a listen. The band is playing two shows this weekend in Tulsa, OK on Dec. 12 and Edmond, OK on Dec. 13.

Another Possible Addition to Warped '04 | punkrockreviews.com

Radio Take Over is reporting the Warped Tour's 10-year anniversary tour will feature Thursday along with an already insane line-up of Anti-Flag, Rise Against, Yellowcard, (possibly) Alkaline Trio and more. Thus far http://www.WarpedTour.com hasn't posted news on Thursday joining the tour, so stay tuned for more information as it is made available. http://radiotakeover.com

Epitaph Grabs Another | punkrockreviews.com

Over the past year Epitaph has signed countless new bands from several different genres. This includes Matchbook Romance, The Weakerthans, Atmosphere and The Special Goodness, and now the label has signed Oakland, CA's The Matches. Here is an official statement from the band's Web site: http://www.TheMatches.com "We're excited to announce that Epitaph Records is going to re-release our debut album "E. Von Dahl Killed the Locals." The album, which was originally recorded by Mike Green and Matt Radosevich in our living rooms and basements, is now being remixed by Joe Barresi, Brett Gurwitz, Matt and Mike(For those of you who actually read the text on the inside of records). We've also recorded two new songs that we're adding to the album, "More than Local Boys", and "Borderline Creep". The song "Superman" will be exclusive to our independent release of the album, which we've sold 4,500 copies of ourselves at shows since February 2003. We'll be selling copies of the original record at our shows until our remaining stock is gone."

Possible Addition to Warped '04 | punkrockreviews.com

Even though there hasn't been an official announcement, word has it that the Alkaline Trio will join Rise Against, Yellowcard, Anti-Flag and others on the 2004 Warped Tour. As soon as this is made official or debunked we'll let you know. http://www.Warpdtour.com

To My Disappointment | punkrockreviews.com

I was excited to see Something Corporate this weekend, but I was more excited to see the Rx Bandits. Unfortunately for me and others, the Bandits have dropped off of the SoCo tour. I assume fan reactions weren't great, since the band wasn't playing for "their crowds." Here is an official (brief) statement from the band's Web site about the tour: "We have decided it is in the best interest of Rx Bandits to drop off the remaining dates of the Something Corporate Tour. We will still be playing the San Diego date on Dec. 18th but will not be on any other remaining dates." http://www.RxBandits.com

Special Goodness | punkrockreviews.com

Epitaph has posted a MP3 for "Life Goes By," from The Special Goodness's debut Land, Sea, Air. The record is do out Jan. 20, 2004 and if you're not in the know, TSG is made up of Weezer's Pat Wilson and Offspring/Rocket From The Crypt's Atom Willard. http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=341

Dare to Care | punkrockreviews.com

Tooth and Nail's Dogwood is getting ready to kick off the Mexican Mission Tour. The goal of the tour is to promote a positive message and collect used skateboards, helmets, pads, clothes, etc. At the end of the tour, Dogwood will cross the border into Mexico with the items and give it to Mexican orphans for Christmas while teaching them how to skate. Check out the dates and then bring your gear to donate. 12.11.03 - Bakersfield, CA - Jerry's Pizza - w/ Over It, Much the Same 12.12.03 - Hillsboro, OR - Evergreen Christian Center - w/ Much the Same 12.13.03 - Bremerton, WA - Roxy Theater - w/ Much the Same 12.14.03 - Spokane, WA - Fat Tuesdays - w/ Much the Same, Shop 11 Phoenix 12.16.03 - St. George, UT - Electric Theater - w/ Shop 11 Phoenix, April Sixth 12.17.03 - Marysville, CA - Marysville Youth Center - w/ Over It, Shop 11 Phoenix 12.18.03 - Los Gatos, CA - Outhouse w/ Fighting Jacks, Over It, Off the Record 12.19.03 - Roseville, CA - Underground Café - w/ Over It, Off the Record 12.20.03 - Ventura, CA - Ventura, CA - w/ Off the Record, Dismissed 12.21.03 - San Diego, CA - SOMA w/ Over It, Off the Record

More News On... | punkrockreviews.com

Several months ago PRR reported that BYO's One Man Army and Vagrant's Alkaline Trio were the next in line for BYO's split series. OMA finished their tracks earlier this fall, and now the Trio are ready to record theirs. The split is set for an April release.

Count The Break Ups | punkrockreviews.com

Almost a year ago I discovered the pop-rock band by the name of Count The Stars. I greatly enjoyed their Victory debut "Never Be Taken Alive." Today it has come to my attention the band has official broken up. Visit http://www.victoryrecords.com for more information concerning the band's end. -Drew

Bands in Vans | punkrockreviews.com

Quincy Shank Records's The Black Print have three shows coming up and a record on the way. Hit up http://www.wuicyshankrecords.com to find out more on this Chicagoland band. Shows: 12-12-03 Chicago, IL @ Fireside Bowl w/ Sterling, Sleepwalker Defense, iCollide 6 PM 12-13-03 St. Louis, MO @ Lemp Arts Center w/ iCollide 12-20-03 Darien, IL @ Darien Sportsplex w/ Frontside, Don't Worry About It, Organ!, Angel Eyes 6 PM Toy / Food Drive for Humanitarian Service Project

100 Releases | punkrockreviews.com

Doghouse Records recently released their 100th release. The release is a comp that includes unreleased tracks by The All-American Rejects, Say Anything, Limbeck, River City High, and The Honorary Title. It also features tracks by Sunday Driver, The Break, Celebrity, and Feable Weiner. Enhanced CD content includes videos by Limbeck, Celebrity, and Sunday Driver.

Face To Face DVD | punkrockreviews.com

Face To Face retired a few weeks ago and are currently putting material together for a DVD. This comes straight from the band's mailing list: "The band is looking for video you may have of them. This includes live show footage, interviews, and more. If you send in material for the dvd you will recieve a Face To Face swag bag with posters, stickers, shirts, cd's, and more." Materials should be summited to: face to face DVD 4607 Lakeview Canyon Rd. #158 Westlake Village, CA 91361

This Just In... | punkrockreviews.com

Warped Tour's 10th anniversary is coming together quickly. Already confirmed for the summer of '04 is New Found Glory, Taking Back Sunday and Coheed and Cambria, Rise Against, Anit-Flag, Yellowcard, Bad Religion, The Casualities and The Bouncing Souls.

Another Bad Break Up | punkrockreviews.com

Law of Inertia's The Scaries have officially called it quits. But the band will be playing two final shows at Go! Rm 4 in Chapel Hill, NC on Saturday December 13. You can call Cat's Cradle @ 919-967-9053 and pay with a credit card as both shows are expect to sell out fast.

Upcoming New School Records Releases | punkrockreviews.com

2/3/2004 - Off The Record "Nothing New" 4/6/2004 - Not Long After "TBA" 5/4/2004 - 7-10 Split "TBA" Summer 2004 - Makeshift3 Summer 2004 - Spare Lead Summer 2004 - 800 Octane The label's "Shut The Punk Up: Vol. 3" has now sold over 10,000 copies.

Matchbook Romance and Other Epitaph News | punkrockreviews.com

Matchbook Romance launched their online webstore last week and they're selling t-shirts, CDs, buttons and everything else, so hit the link below if you are a Matchbook Romance fan that wants to score some merch. http://www.cinderblock.com/wc.dll?Webstore~nCatalog~MAT Matchbook Romance is also giving away a Fender guitar signed by the entire band along with a ton of Atticus gear and even a lunch/dinner date with themselves. Get further details at the link below. http://www.epitaph.com/news/article.php?id=1000 Epitaph has a slew of new releases slated for '04. The Lost Patrol is one and the label will release TLP's debut on January 20. TLP is a solo project by Dennis of The (International) Noise Conspiracy/Refused. http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=338 Also out on Jan. 20 is the debut from The Special Goodness which is made up of Pat Wilson (Weezer) and Atom Willard (Rocket From The Crypt/Offspring). http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=341 Finally, the label will release the debut from the Error. Error is the side project that includes Brett Gurewitz (Bad Religion), Atticus Ross (Nine Inch Nails), Leopold Ross and Greg Puciato (Dillinger Escape Plan). http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=342

Upcoming Releases | punkrockreviews.com

Grey Flight Records is set for a big year in 2004. Here are just three of the records the label will release in early '04. FLT-006 The Pines "S/T" CDEP Jan. 20, 2004 Recorded by Chris Carr FLT-007 Respira "This Is Not What You Had Planned" CDEP March 8, 2004 Recorded by J. Robbins, Tiny Telephone Studios, San Francisco FLT-008 Irradio "Make-Up For The Inaugurated" CD April 20, 2004 Recorded by Ben Moore, Signature Sounds Studio, San Diego http://www.Greyflightrecords.com

New Sugarcult Album | punkrockreviews.com

Sugarcult's sophomore full-length will drop in erly 2004. It's titled "Palm Trees and Powerlines," and currently the band is wrapping up a US tour. Check out dates at http://www.Sugarcult.com.

Death On Wednesday, No More | punkrockreviews.com

SideCho Records band Death On Wednesday have official broken up. Here is an official statement: "On Wednesday, the 19th of November 2003, Death On Wednesday ended what has been an unbelievable run. Three of us wanted more than anything to push forward, and start a new chapter , but for one, it was time to throw in the towel. On behalf of the three of us that would have liked to share more of what we felt DxOxW had to offer, thank you." http://www.Sidechorecords.com

Epitaph Rockin' Two New Bands | punkrockreviews.com

Epitaph recently inked Scatter The Ashes and From First To Last. This week they have posted two official press releases that can be seen at the links below: From First To Last Press Release http://www.epitaph.com/news/article.php?id=1010 Scatter The Ashes Press Release http://www.epitaph.com/news/article.php?id=1007 Also posted are a few full-length MP3s. From First To Last Band Page http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=346 Scatter The Ashes Band Page http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=347

FBR Mega Blow-Out Sale | punkrockreviews.com

Head over to Fueled By Ramen's web site for their year end blow out sale. Perfect for those shoppers who wait until the last minute. http://www.fueledbyramen.com

Tsunami Bomb Set to Record New Album | punkrockreviews.com

On Feb 1, 2004, Tsunami Bomb will enter Fort Apache Studio in Boston to record the follow up to "The Ultimate Escape." Hot Rod Circuit drummer Mike Poorman (Orange Island, Scraps and Heart Attacks, Piebald) will lend his production skills for the recording. Kung Fu Records will release the as-yet-to-be-titled album sometime in the late spring or early summer. http://www.kungfurecords.com

Digger Records 4 New Songs and Tour | punkrockreviews.com

PA's pop-punk band Digger have just completed four brand new songs and a cover, no word on when they will be released. The band is also heading out with Bayside (Victory Records) and Anadivine (Sidecho/Militia Group Records). The dates are listed below. Also, Digger's "Tattoo Broken Hearts" is featured on a new Xbox video game Project Gotham Racing 2. Fri. 11/14 Jacksonville, FL - Jack Rabbits Sat. 11/15 Jacksonville, FL - Skate Lab Thu. 11/20 Johnson City, TN - The Rambis Fri. 11/21 Richmond, VA - The Nanci Raygun Sat. 11/22 Hartford, CT - The Webster Tue. 11/25 Ithaca, NY - Digital Cafe Fri. 11/28 St. Mary's, PA - The Well Sat. 11/29 Poughkeepsie, NY - Club Crannell Sun. 11/30 Charleroi (pittsburgh), PA - Charleroi VFW Wed. 12/3 Columbus, OH - Bernie’s Distillery Thu. 12/4 Buffalo, NY - Access Community Infoshop Fri. 12/5 Wilkes-Barre, PA - Café Metropolis Sat. 12/6 Meadville, PA - The Market House

"Daylight Breaking" | punkrockreviews.com

Finally, Vagrant Records is set to release the long delayed third album from No Motiv (one of their best bands). The album drops on Jan, 27, 2004, but currently the single/EP can be purchased in record stores. The single/EP is entitled "Lola" and features: 1. Gray Notes Fall 2.Independence Day 3. Set Fire 4. Keep It Going http://www.Vagrant.com

Militia Group News | punkrockreviews.com

Scott Windsor, the man behind the Lyndsay Diaries, recently made the sove to southern California and is in the process of writing and recording his third full-length due out in July. Copeland are getting set to record a covers EP and will have a split 10" coming out with the Pale on Sidecho Records. A week ago I mentioned The Beautiful Mistake were in the studio recording a new album. Well, it now has a name "This is Who You Are." The Acceptance are hitting the road with Yellowcard in the early part of '04. Finally, Noise Ratchet who are now signed to American Recordings will begin recording their major label debut with Rick Rubin. http://www.Themilitiagroup.com

Paper Champions | Bart

The Paper Champions, who are subject of an upcoming Featured Band piece on this website, have a few upcoming shows that they would like to see you attend. November 29 - The Cotton Club (Atlanta, GA) w/ Royal 7, GWC, and Muudha December 13 - New Brookland Tavern (Columbia, SC) Don Bravado CD Release Show w/ Burns Out Bright (new Deep Elm alumni) December 26 - Vinyl (Atlanta, GA) w/ Someday Vegas As I stated above, we will be profiling these guys on our Featured Band page as we're all big fans of their early work. Keep an eye on them.

New School Records News | punkrockreviews.com

NSR's Hospital Food have a new album, "Medicate" out and MP3s can be heard at http://www.Newschoolrecords.com. Nuclear Saturday's album "The Best time You Never Had" is back in stores. The first pressing sold out two weeks after it's initial release, and the new pressing is a re-mastered version by Rodney Mills (known for mastering albums by Pearl Jam, Rage Against The Machine, Stone Temple Pilots, REM and more). The new version has a bonus hidden track. Off The Record has finished recording their new EP titled "Nothing New" with Ryan Greene (Producer of NOFX, Lagwagon, No Use For A Name, etc) and the release date is set for February 3, 2004. There is a MP3 available at the label's site. http://www.Newschoolrecords.com

Warped is 10 Years Old | punkrockreviews.com

The Warped Tour is turning 10 years old next summer and are planning their biggest tour yet. Already confirmed are Taking Back Sunday, New Found Glory and Coheed and Cambria. Warped hopes to have a "hugh" show in New York to conclude the tour, with bands from past tours playing a reunion like show.

A Beautiful New Record | punkrockreviews.com

The Militia Group's nu-screamo/hardcore/emo-core band The Beautiful Mistake are in the process of recording their new album for the label. The as-yet-untitled album will be out in the spring and the band has posted a studio journal on their website at http://www.TheBeautifulmistake.com

Vinly Ratchet | punkrockreviews.com

Phantoms Records is releasing Noise Ratchet's "S/T" album on vinly. Fans can pre-order the 12" now, and hurry because only 1,000 have been pressed. Of the 1,000, 300 are on white vinly. http://www.Phantomsrecords.com

Little League Recordings Update | punkrockreviews.com

LLR's newest signee The Academy are recording their debut release and have a studio diary up on their website. Go to http://www.Theacademyrock.com to check it out. In other news, LLR has re-released Chicago pop-punkers August Premier's (RIP) debut full-length. The re-release has two bonus tracks and new artwork. Check it out at http://LLRrecords.com

Lobster Records News | punkrockreviews.com

One of Lobster's newest signees A Small Victory (whose debut EP "The Pieces We Keep," which is excellent, dropped on Nov. 4) will record their full-length CD in March with Cameron Webb (Park, Lonely Kings, Near Miss). Lobster's other new signee Days Like These will drop their debut full-length on Feb. 24. It's called "Charity Burns Green," and was produced by Darian Rundall (Yellowcard, Pennywise). http://www.Lobsterrecords.com

Two New Releases From Kung Fu Records | punkrockreviews.com

Recently Kung Fu Records released the sophomore album by Antifreeze "The Search for Something More." MP3s can be found at http://www.Kungfurecords.com. On Nov. 18, Kung Fu will be releasing the next installment of "The Show Must Go Off." This time around the series will feature ska/punk greats Reel Big Fish. The DVD features a live performance from The House of Blues in Los Angeles.

BYO News | punkrockreviews.com

The Unseen's video for "False Hope" can be viewed at http://www.BYOrecords.com. The label recently re-released Manic Hispanics 1993 debut record "The Menudo Incident."

Rufio Cancels Tour With LTJ | punkrockreviews.com

The following comes from Rufio's online newsletter: " Dear Friends, Fans, and Family, There are times in life when words fail us – when they seem weightless and trite. This is one of those times. Due to a family tragedy, we need to cancel our tour dates with Less Than Jake. Jon has suffered a loss we cannot fathom and he needs to be at home to spend this time with his family. As his bandmates and brothers, we need to be here for him during this time. Thank you so much for your understanding and support. If you’d like to send Jon a message, you can do so on our message board. As soon as we put together a plan for next year, we’ll let you guys know. We can’t thank you enough for your support through this past year and especially during this time when we need it the most. Love, scott, clark, mike, & jon" Our hearts go out to Jon and his family.

Small Brown Break Up | punkrockreviews.com

Small Brown Bike has broken up after seven years and most recently a full-length record on Lookout! Records. The band had canceled their fall tour in support of the record "The River Bed." Here is a statement from the band: "Dear Friends, First of all, we are sorry for the lack of communication for the last few weeks. Thanks for all of your concern and support while we were so quiet. We come to you with good and bad news. Let's start with the bad. The bad news is that we have decided to break up. This may or may not come as a surprise to some of you and we're sorry that it has to be this way. The good news is that this is the right thing for us and we wouldn't have made such a hard decision if we didn't think it was fair to ourselves and everyone else involved with our band. One of the hardest parts of making this decision was realizing the fact that our new record was just over a month old and we were beginning a new relationship with the people at Lookout Records. The bottom line is that their excitement, support and sincerity gave us a reason to really put everything that we could into 'The River Bed'. We can only offer our sincerest apologies to their entire staff for putting them in such a tough place. We also want to apologize to everyone for abruptly cancelling our tours and leaving so many people scratching their heads. Our timing could not have been worse, especially after all of the hard work that Fata Booking, Lookout Records and all of the promoters had done. It would be pretty tough to get into all of the details of why we won't be playing/writing anymore. When we made this decision, we knew that we were going to let a lot of people down. It came down to our personal happiness and unforunately having to be a bit selfish as well. After logging thousands of miles and years of our lives into this band, it just feels like it's time to move on to other things. We can still look at each other and be proud of all of the things that we have done and most importantly, sit down around a table of beers and soda and just be friends. It's been about seven years since we played our first show and we have a whole lot of good times in between then and now. We want to thank Dan Jaquint and Scott Flaster for being a part of this band and still being there for us today. We want to thank all of the wonderful, hard-working people at Lookout Records, Smallman Records, No Idea Records, Second Nature Recordings and Fata Booking. We want to thank all of the amazing people who we have met along the way and recognize their support, friendship, time and money. We wouldn't be here without them. We would especially like to thank all of the fans who have supported us through the years. You all made it worth it and for that we thank you. We're still not sure how we are going to formally close the book, but we are making plans for some final shows in the coming months. Stay tuned..." Thanks and Love, Mike, Ben, Trav and Jeff. Small Brown Bike

New Descendents EP | punkrockreviews.com

The new Descendents EP "Merican" will contain the following four tracks: 1. Nothing With You 2. Merican 3. Here With Me 4. I Quit http://www.allcentral.com

Remember to Dismember | punkrockreviews.com

Fat Wreck Chords will be releasing the first studio recordings from Western Addiction in 7" form. It comes out on Nov. 11 and features for tracks: Western Addiction - "Remember to Dismember" 1 Charged Words 2 From The Ramparts 3 Incendiary Minds 4 Not A Surrender http://www.fatwreck.com

T(I)NC Signs to American Recordings | punkrockreviews.com

The International Noise Conspiracy has officially signed to American Recordings.

A7X Signs With Warner | punkrockreviews.com

Avenged Sevenfold has officially announced that they have signed with Warner Brothers Records. No word on if the label will re-release A7X'x new album "Waking The Fallen." For more information check out http://www.Avengedsevenfold.com

Pre-Order New Asian Man Releases | punkrockreviews.com

Mike Park's debut full-length "For The Love Of Music," and Duvall's "Volume and Density" are now available for pre-order on the Asian Man Records website. Get them before everyone else!

Heatseeker Chart | punkrockreviews.com

This week's notable entries on the Billboard top 25 Heatseeker chart: #5 Story Of The Year - "Page Ave." #12 Hot Hot Heat - "Make Up The Breakdown" #14 The Early Novemeber - "Room's Too Cold" #24 Billy Talent - "S/T"

Island Inks Another Indie Band | punkrockreviews.com

Island/Def Jam Records have signed numerous notable indie bands over the past year. Add another to their impressive roster, because the label has signed Chicago pop-punkers Fall Out Boy. The band signed after a long courtship and offers from other labels. According to the band they chose Island/Def Jam for their artist friendly style. Fall Out Boy is hitting the road with Less Than Jake, Yellowcard and Rufio on Nov. 4. For dates: http://www.FueledbyRamen.com

Dont' Forget | punkrockreviews.com

This is your last reminder about the amazing Fat showcase that is taking place Thursday October 23rd. The bands playing are Anti-Flag, Against Me!, The Lawrence Arms, Rise Against and batting clean-up: None More Black. For venue and ticket info go here: http://www.bbkingblues.com/schedule/moreinfo.cgi?id=1307

Catch- 22 and a T-Shirt | punkrockreviews.com

The new Catch- 22 album "Dinosaur Sounds," hits stores Nov. 4. If you pre-order it now from http://www.Towerrecords.com you'll receive a free, I repeat FREE t-shirt. http://www.Victoryrecords.com

Elliot Smith Dead at 34 | punkrockreviews.com

Singer/songwriter Elliot Smith was pronounced dead yesterday (Oct. 21) afternoon an hour after arriving at a Los Angeles hospital. Smith died of a knife wound to the chest, presumably self-inflicted. Smith had been working on his sixth solo album “From A Basement On The Hill.” Since 2000's “Figure 8,” Smith had been in a state of inactivity music-wise. Punkrockreviews.com sends its best wishes to the friends, family and fans of Elliot Smith. The music world lost a truly great musician.

On The Road Again | punkrockreviews.com

The almighty Lawrence Arms are back on the road in support of their new record "The Greatest Story Ever Told." The tour begins tonight and ruins through late Nov., so don't miss a show and be sure to grab their album. http://www.Thelawrencearms.net October 18, 2003 Zydeco Birmingham, AL w/ Against Me! 7:00PM Price $07.00 October 19, 2003 Vincent's Ear Ashville, NC w/ Against Me!, Communique 7:30PM Price $08.00 October 21, 2003 First Unitarian Church in Philadelphia, Penn w/ Against Me, Communique 7:00PM Price $08.00 October 22, 2003 w/ Polish National Home Glen Cove, NY w/ Rise Against, Against Me!, Communique, Asechylus 6:00PM Price $08.00 October 23, 2003 BB King's in New York, NY w/ Anti-Flag, Rise Against, Against Me, None More Black 6.00PM Price $15.00 October 24, 2003 ICC Church in Allston, Mass w/ Against Me!, Fifth Hour Hero 6:00PM Price $08.00 October 25, 2003 Public Health Auditorium Pittsburgh, Penn w/ Rise Against, Form Of Rocket, New Transit Direction 7:00PM Price $10.00 November 01, 2003 Bernie's Distillery Columbus, OH w/ Downtrodn 8:00PM Price $07.00 November 02, 2003 Theatre Of Living Arts Philadelphia, Penn w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby 7:00PM Price $13.00 November 03, 2003 The Downtown Farmingdale, NY w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 04, 2003 Knitting Factory New York, NY w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $13.00 November 05, 2003 The Vault Port Jervis, NJ w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes 7:00PM Price $13.00 November 06, 2003 Alley Katz Richmond, VA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $10.00 November 07, 2003 Ace's Basement Greensboro, NC w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 08, 2003 New Brookland Tavern West Columbia, SC w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $10.00 November 10, 2003 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 11, 2003 Tallahassee, Florida w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 12, 2003 House Of Blues New Orleans, LA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 13, 2003 Ridglea Theatre Fort Worth, TX w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 14, 2003 Fat Cat's Houston, TX w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 15, 2003 Emo's Austin Austin, TX w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby Price $10.00 November 16, 2003 Sin 13 San Antonio, TX w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes 5:00PM Price $13.00 November 18, 2003 Bash On The Ash Tempe, AZ w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes 7:00PM Price $12.00 November 19, 2003 House Of Blues Anaheim, CA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $13.00 November 20, 2003 The Scene San Diego, CA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 21, 2003 Roxy Theatre Hollywood, CA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes Price $12.00 November 22, 2003 The Edge Palo Alto, CA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes 6:00PM Price $12.00 November 23, 2003 Bottom Of The Hill San Fransisco, CA w/ Hot Water Music, A Static Lullaby, These Arms Are Snakes 6:30PM Price $10.00

Blink 182 Touring With Bubba Sparxxx? | punkrockreviews.com

It's official, Blink 182, Bubba Sparxxx and The Kinison (formerly of Fearless Records) are hitting the road together on a small club tour sponsored by MTV. This tour is another in the MTV "Dollabill" series and will hit only a limited number of cities. The dates are below and Blink's new album drops Nov. 18. http://www.Blink182.com “DollaBill Tour” Dates 11/6 Boston, MA Avalon 11/7 Philadelphia, PA TLA 11/8 Washington, D.C. 9:30 Club 11/9 New York, NY Irving Plaza 11/12 Detroit, MI St. Andrews 11/13 Chicago, IL House of Blues 11/14 Minneapolis, MN Quest 11/17 Los Angeles, CA Avalon 11/18 Los Angeles, CA Avalon 11/21 San Diego, CA SOMA

News From Camp Lobster | punkrockreviews.com

Here is the lastest from Lobster Records. Mp3s from the new Park and A Small Victory releases are available at http://www.lobsterrecords.com. They are currently taking preorders for both albums. All preorders will receive a free poster and sticker. Park vocalist Ladd Mitchell is recovering from tonsillitis. He is now at home recovering from having his tonsils removed, but before that was singing for several months in constint pain. Park have their second Lobster LP entitled "It Won't Snow Where You're Going" coming out on November 4. The first single "Day One And Counting" is available on the front page of http://www.lobsterrecords.com.

Check it Out! | punkrockreviews.com

JamisonParker is a new duo out of Los Angeles, CA who are set to drop their debut EP on Oct. 28. They're playing dates with the New Amsterdams and Straylight Run this fall and may hit your town. Imagine a more mature All-American Rejects and you've got JamisonParker. http://www.Mp3.com/JamisonParker http://www.JamisonParker.com

New Amsterdams, Straylight Run Co-Headlining Tour | punkrockreviews.com

Vagrant's New Amsterdams and Straylight Run are going out on a co-headlining tour. Here are the dates, support on select dates will be The Exit, Murder By Death and JamisonParker. http://www.straylightrun.com Sunday Oct 26th Alley Katz, Richmond VA Mon Oct 27th New Brookland Tavern, Columbia SC Tues Oct 28th The Masquerade (Hell), Atlanta GA Thurs Oct 30th Dickson Theater, Fayetteville AR Friday Oct 31st Emos Jr, Austin TX Sat Nov 1st The Door, Dallas TX Sun Nov 2nd Mary Jane's Fat Cat, Houston TX Tues Nov 4th Skrappys, Tucson AZ Thurs Nov 6th Chain Reaction, Anaheim CA Fri Nov 7th Epicentre, San Diego CA Sat Nov 8th The Roxy, West Hollywood CA Sun Nov 9th Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco CA Mon Nov 10th Meow Meow, Portland OR Tues Nov 11th Studio 7, Seattle WA Thurs Nov 13th Kilby Court, Salt Lake City UT Fri Nov 14th Rock Island, Denver CO Sat Nov 15th The Bottleneck, Lawrence KS Sun Nov 16th The Maintenence Shop, Ames IA Mon Nov 17th The Eagles Club (The Rave), Milwaukee WI Tues Nov 18th Ascot Room, Minneapolis MN Weds Nov 19th Bottom Lounge, Chicago IL Thurs Nov 20th Blind Pig, Ann Arbor MI Fri Nov 21st Club Laga, Pittsburgh PA

Solid State State of the Union | punkrockreviews.com

On October 21, the 4th installment of “This Is Solid State” hits, and this time it’s a double disc set. The first disc has music from the likes of Norma Jean, Stretch Arm Strong, The Agony Scene and more. The second disc is a DVD with Every Solid State video ever filmed along with live footage from ZAO, Living Sacrifice, Underoath, Eso-Charis, Norma Jean and Stretch Arm Strong. That’s 12+ songs and nearly 20 videos all for under $10. http://www.Solidstaterecords.com In other Solid State news Stretch Armstrong is filming a video for "Black Clouds," in Irvington, New Jersey. The filming will take place at the Cricket Club tomorrow Saturday the 18th. Stretch Arm Strong are currently on tour with Bear vs. Shark on the east coast but will be making it out to the west coast in Dec. This week the band was confirmed for the east coast run of the Stillborn Fest tour featuring Hatebreed, Sick of it All, Madball, Agnostic Front and more.

Bands Rockin' Yo' Set | punkrockreviews.com

On Monday Oct. 20, Saves The Day will perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live (ABC). The following night, Oct. 21, Drive-Thru's Something Corporate will perform their new single "Space." Something Corporate's sophomore album "North" drops the same day. On Oct. 31, Me First and The Gimme Gimmes will be rocking the Jimmy Kimmel live show. Also on Halloween Thursday will make their national broadcast debut on Craig Kilborn (CBS).

Atreyu Contest | punkrockreviews.com

One of the best bands in the metalcore/hardcore genre is running a very creative contest. If you think you have what it takes head over to http://www.atreyurock.com for your chance to win an autographed ESP Viper guitar and more.

Limited EP from FBR | punkrockreviews.com

Fueled By Ramen is releasing a limited edition EP in time for the Less Than Jake, Rufio, Yellowcard, Fall Out Boy tour. This EP is very limited and features nothing but unreleased tracks from the four bands. The tour kicks off on Nov. 4, and will cover the entire U.S. The only way to get the CD is to hit up one of the shows or to go to the FBR web store and grab one there.

Against Me! 12 | punkrockreviews.com

If you're one of those people who have been trying to find a copy of Against Me!'s original S/T 12" on Ebay, the band has a solution. The following comes from their official website: "Due to what can only be described as a rabid desire for this thing and outrageous prices on ebay the band is finally releasing the remaining copies of the originial S/T 12." The cost is $200 and all proceeds go to a charity of the bands choice. It's about $150 less than you'll pay on ebay for a used copy and not only does the money go to charity but you also get a brand new unplayed copy with all the inserts! For those of you who don't know this record is the first vinyl release the band did. But due to a production error the sound quality is absolutly terrible. Very few copies were released to the public and the rest have been in storage ever since. If you're interested please email or send a letter to the band directly to let them know you'd like a copy. Do not send money untill you recieve a response!" http://www.againstme.net On a related note, No Idea Records will be releasing two Against Me 7's over the next few months. Both will feature alternate versions of tracks off of "The Eternal Cowboy." No exact date has been given for their release so keep checking back here or the No Idea Records website. http://noidearecords.com

Nitro Set to Start | punkrockreviews.com

The following is an official statement from Nitro Records concerning their newest signee The Start: "Nitro is proud to announce the signing of The Start! We expect to have their EP out by December, followed by a full length album Spring 2004." No word if the upcoming EP is a re-release of the band's self-titled EP or a brand new one.

First Look: Hell In The Cannon | punkrockreviews.com

Not Waving But Drowning called it quits about a year ago. After some time off NWBD guitarist Justin Mankin has formed a new band called Hell In The Cannon. HITC play a hardcore fused rock not too different than NWBD. Check them out here: http://www.hellinthecannon.com

Story of the...... | punkrockreviews.com

Last night (10/10) Story of the Year hit Springfield, MO (my hometown). I'm not a big fan of these guys, because I've heard The Used play the same songs; but I went to see them. SOTY sold out the small Outland Ballroom club. I estimate about 500 people in a club that holds 230. Also, the club is on the second floor above another club and has a rule of no pogo dancing, because the floor will cave in. For some reason Story of the Year doesn't care about their fans and their own safety as they repeatedly incouraged their mall-punk following to jump up and down. Saying you're suppose to jump around at shows. This was an act that showed a lot of irresponsibility, especially when earlier in the week I saw Taking Back Sunday and they repeatedly stopped their set to keep kids from getting trampled on. SOTY played eight songs before the club cut their amps off. This is when the band incouraged people to once again jump around and "tear the place up." Numerous people were escorted out by security during the show, and no word on anyone getting hurt. By the club cutting the power this kept something bad from occurring. This could have turned into an incident similar to the one in Blackburgs, VA at a Death By Stereo show.

Old Weezer Becoming New Again | punkrockreviews.com

Sometime next year an expanded version of Weezer's 1994 self-titled Geffen debut "Blue Album," will be reissued along with a comprehensive DVD. The reissue of the "Blue Album" will be a two-disc set with "extra songs both well-loved, yet somewhat obscure, as well as downright previously unheard stuff. The packaging will include extensive liner notes, historically cool photos both classic and previously unseen, lyrics and restored cover art, presented as originally envisioned." The DVD will be titled Video Capture Device and will run "well over three hours, even after several bits and pieces came out in the final legal wash." It's reportedly 95% finished, with work remaining to be done on the packaging, architecture/menus, and band commentary.

The Fest | punkrockreviews.com

Over 60 bands will be playing The Fest '03. Including: Hot Water Music, The Æffect, Against Me, Mastodon, The Lawrence Arms and Small Brown Bike. 2 day passes are available now in the Fueled by Ramen webstore for $21.50 (the price rises to $30 the weekend of the event) so pick up yours today. The Fest happens in Gainesville, FL, on Oct. 17-18, so plan trips now. For more information hit http://www.thefestfl.com

Roy Becomes Part of the Ramen | punkrockreviews.com

Seattle's Roy is the newest band to sign with Fueled by Ramen, who has been signing bands left and right lately. Roy is made up of current members of These Arms Are Snakes and Harkonen as well as former members of Botch. Roy's debut full length CD "Big City Sin and Small Town Redemption" drops in stores January 27th. It was recorded by Matt Bayles of Minus The Bear. Roy released an EP in the summer of '03 on initial. http://www.roytheband.com http://www.mp3.com/roy

One for the Road | punkrockreviews.com

Several bands have called it quits over the past few months. Fairweather released their sophomore full-length over the summer, and before it could make a splash the band has decided to bring the group to an end. But before they leave the group is hitting the road one last time with Give Up The Ghost, The Bled and The Daughters 10/10 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade 5pm $13/$14 10/11 Daytona Beach, FL @ Elks Lodge 7pm $8 10/12 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ The Factory 7pm $10 10/13 Orlando, FL @ The Social 5pm $10 10/14 Pensacola, FL @ End of The Line 6pm $8 10/16 Houston, TX @ The Door 10/17 Dallas, TX @ The Door 7:30pm $10 10/18 San Antonio, TX @ Sin 13 7pm $10 10/19 Austin, TX @ Emo's 10/21 Tucson, AZ @ Skrappy's 6:30pm $10 10/22 Phoenix, AZ @ The Mason Jar 8pm $10 10/23 La Jolla, CA @ Che Café 7pm $8 10/24 Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction 7:30pm $10 10/25 Las Vegas, NV @ Skate City 7pm $10/$12 10/26 Hollywood, CA @ The Troubadour 7pm $10 10/28 Prunedale, CA @ Jim Dandy's 6pm $10 10/29 San Francisco, CA @ Pound SF 7pm $10 10/31 Redding, CA @ Milvale Grange Hall 11/01 Portland, OR @ Solid State 7pm $8 11/02 Redman, WA @ Old Fire House 7pm $10 11/04 Boulder, CO @ Tulagi 7:30pm 8$/$10 11/05 Omaha, NE @ Ranch Bowl 11/06 Minneapolis, MN @ Triple Rock 11/07 Iowa City, IA Gabe's Oasis 6pm $8 11/08 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge 11/09 St. Louis, MO @ Creepy Crawl 7:30pm $10 11/10 Indianapolis, IN @ Rehearsal Studios 7pm $8 11/11 Toledo, OH @ Frankies Inner City 11/12 Erie, PA @ Forward Hall 11/13 Syracuse, NY @ Planet 505 6pm $8 11/14 Poughkeepsie, NY @ Crannel Street 11/15 Montclaire, NJ @ Montclaire State Univ./Student Center 11/16 Springfield, MA @ Fat Cat 7pm $10 11/21 Salisbury, MD @ Guerrieri University Center Wicomico 12/05 College Park, MD @ St. Andrews Church –FINAL SHOW! Fairweather would like to thank their fans for all of their support. Personally, I would like to thank Fairweather for two great full-lengths and an amazing single/EP. R.I.P.

News From Epitaph Land | punkrockreviews.com

By now most of you have heard about the horrible tragedy that took place in Blacksburg, Virginia a few weeks ago during a Death By Stereo concert. Now there is a charity fund set-up to help the victims and their families and you can donate now via PayPal at the link below. Anything that you can give really will make a difference. http://www.epitaph.com/news/article.php?id=904 Death By Stereo has also set-up a benefit show in Orange County. There are a ton of details and more words about the situation on the bands official website. Hit the link below to check it out. http://deathbystereo.com/frames.html On October 21st, "Streetcore" will be released. It is the last album from the late great Joe Strummer. Stream two songs from the album at the link below. http://www.epitaph.com/news/article.php?id=885 Turbonegro has just announced North American tour dates and are heading back to the states with a vengeance. Hit the link below to see what they have booked so far. http://www.epitaph.com/toursevents/index.php?bid=125

First Look | punkrockreviews.com

Head over to http://www.fanscape.com and be one of the firsts to see the brand new video from Taking Back Sunday. "Your So Last Summer," features the band rocking out with Public Enemy's Flava Flav. http://www.Takingbacksunday.com

Stare at the Sun | punkrockreviews.com

Thrice have a new single on the way for "Stare at the Sun." The video was directed by Refused TV's Brett Simon and should hit MTV and Fuse in the next month or so. In other Thrice news, Island Records is releasing a compilation called "Hard To Get." It has 11 rare and unreleased tracks including Thrice's "Eclipse" from The Arist in the Ambulance sessions. Finally, the band is on the cover of Alternative Press Magazine this month.

Hey Mercedes rocks Bloomingdale | Bart

Hey you suburban Chicago kid, yes YOU! Hey Mercedes will be at Tower Records 383 W Army Trail Rd Bloomingdale, IL 60108 October 7th around 7:00PM to celebrate the release of their new LP. They will be signing copies as well as performing live.

Terror State Censored | punkrockreviews.com

Several major music chain stores have informed Fat Wreck they will not sell Anti-Flag's new record, "The Terror State" due to the artwork. Here is an official statement on the matter. "Exceptionally late in the production process of THE TERROR STATE, some of the biggest national music stores in the US informed Fat Wreck chords that they would not carry our CD because of its artwork. We find this frustrating in that the image of the little girl whose childhood falls casualty to the current state of militarism in the US and much of the world, isn’t any more violent or disturbing than the world-wide epidemic of militarism which kills and oppresses countless human beings everyday – and yet we do not see these chains censoring media that promote militaristic ideas. That said, we made a calculated decision to forgo the artwork to get the more important, subversive message in our music to the ears of people who have not yet discovered that there is an alternative to purchasing music in a chain store, or do not have access to an indie store in their area."

On the Way | punkrockreviews.com

The new Dashboard Confessional single is on the horizon. It'll be for the song "Rapid Hope Loss," and is the more typical Dashboard style compared to the happy-go-lucky first single "Hands Down."

One Dead and Five Injuried at Death By Stereo Show | punkrockreviews.com

One person is dead after falling 20 feet from a window onto a concrete patio during a Death By Stereo house show in Blacksburg, VA. Five other people sustained injuries in the fall and have received treatment. Reports are sketchy as to what happened to cause the fall. One report says the victims were trying a "Wall Of Death" and fell out of the window onto the concrete patio 20 feet below. Another report, however, says the room was simply overcrowded and due to a shift in the crowd a wall of people was pressed up against the windows of the house. The windows then gave way sending six people plummeting to the ground. punkrockreviews.com would like to send its best wishes, and condolences, to the families and friends that are affected by this tragedy.

The Movie Comes to an End | punkrockreviews.com

Long Island punk rock band and Drive-Thru artist, The Movielife, have called it quits. The band has decided to go their seperate ways all on good terms.

Split of Epic Proportions | punkrockreviews.com

BYO Records will be releasing the fifth installment of their split series early next year. This release will feature The Alkaline Trio and One Man Army, and will contain five new songs and one cover by OMA. No word yet on how many tracks the Trio will contribute.

Matchbook Romance Album Stream | punkrockreviews.com

The all mighty Epitaph is currently streaming Matchbook Romance's new record "Stories And Alibis." They've also made numerous other MBR items available for download. http://www.matchbookromance.com/ecard/launch.html Matchbook has also announced a crap-load of new tour dates with Yellowcard, Rise Against and one others. http://www.epitaph.com/toursevents/index.php?bid=129

Sugarcult on Tour | punkrockreviews.com

Cali rockers Sugarcult are hitting the road for their only U.S. tour of the year. Opening bands include Story of the Year, Plain White T's, Jackson. Select dates will feature The Eyeliners or Death on Wednesday. Look for Sugarcult's new album to be released in February 2004. Here is a list of the cities for the Fall Tour. 10/24 Los Angeles, CA 10/25 Oakland, CA 10/26 Santa Cruz, CA 10/27 Sacramento, CA 10/28 Bakersfield, CA 10/29 Off 10/30 Los Angeles, CA 10/31 San Bernadino, CA 11/1 Flagstaff, AZ 11/2 Off 11/3 Denver, CO 11/4 Off 11/5 St Louis, MO 11/6 Off 11/7 Pittsburgh, PA 11/8 Philadelphia, PA 11/9 Danbury, CT 11/10 Farmingdale, NY 11/11 New York, NY 11/12 Off 11/13 Washington, DC 11/14 S. Amboy, NJ 11/15 Buffalo, NY 11/16 Off 11/17 Chicago, IL 11/18 Cleveland, OH 11/19 Detroit, MI 11/20 Milwaukee, WI 11/21 Minneapolis, MN 11/22 Off 11/23 Omaha, NE 11/24 Lawrence, KS 11/25 Little Rock, AK 11/26 Off 11/27 Dallas, TX 11/28 Houston, TX 11/29 San Antonio, TX 11/30 Austin, TX 12/1 Off 12/2 El Paso, TX 12/3 Albuquerque, NM 12/4 Off 12/5 Tucson, AZ 12/6 Phoenix, AZ

Off the Wall | punkrockreviews.com

The Vans Off the Wall Tour is about to kick off, so here is all the up to the minute information. It'll be hitting 50 North American cities and features the following lineups: -The first leg, which starts on October 8th in Pomona, CA, features Sick of it All, The Unseen, Avenged Sevenfold, Western Waste and Glasseater (on the first 11 dates). -The second leg starts in Cleveland, OH on November 6th and features The Suicide Machines, Avenged Sevenfold, The Unseen and Western Waste. -The third leg also features the Suicide Machines, along with T.S.O.L, the Queers, Western Waste and (a bit later) Death By Stereo and Audio Karate (Dec. 3 and Dec 5). Vans Off the Wall Club Tour: Oct 8 Glasshouse Pomona, CA Oct 9 The Pound San Francisco, CA Oct 10 Phoenix Theater Petaluma, CA Oct. 11 Colonial Theater Sacramento, CA Oct. 12 Vets Hall Santa Cruz, CA Oct 14 Roseland Theater Portland, OR Oct 15 Graceland Seattle, WA Oct. 16 Big Easy Boise, ID Oct. 17 DV8 Salt Lake City, UT Oct 18 Ogden Theater Denver, CO Oct. 20 Ranch Bowl Omaha, NE Oct 22 The Rave Milwaukee, WI Oct 23 SPSC North Star Ballroom University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN Oct 25 Granada Theater Lawrence, KS Oct 28 Metro Chicago, IL Oct 29 Gargoyle's St. Louis, MO Oct. 30 St. Andrews Detroit, MI Oct. 31 Headliners Toledo, OH Nov. 1 Bogart's Cincinnati, OH Nov. 6 Agora Theater Cleveland, OH Nov. 7 Metropol Pittsburgh, PA Nov. 8 Xtreme Wheels Buffalo, NY Nov 9 Webster Theater Hartford, CT Nov 10 Saratoga Winners Saratoga Springs, NY Nov. 13 Axis Boston, MA Nov. 14 The Chance Poughkeepsie, NY Nov. 16 Irving Plaza New York, New York Nov. 20 Cotton Club Atlanta, GA Nov. 21 Twilight Room Tampa, FL Nov. 22 Club Five Jacksonville, FL Nov. 23 Culture Room Ft. Lauderdale, FL Nov. 24 House of Blues Orlando, FL Nov. 26 Emo's Austin, TX Nov. 27 Sin 13 San Antonio, TX Nov. 28 Live Room Dallas, TX Nov. 29 Engine Room Houston, TX Nov. 30 Green Door Oklahoma City, OK Dec. 2 Rialto Tucson, AZ Dec. 3 The Marquee Phoenix, AZ Dec. 5 SOMA San Diego, CA

Henry Rollins to Release Book, Two CDs | punkrockreviews.com

Early November will see Henry Rollins' 2/13/61 published house release his newest book entitled "Broken Summers." The book will come in both paperback and hardcover. "Broken Summers," is comprised of Rollins' journal entries over the past three years. Rollins is also releasing a spoken word disc entitled "Night's Behind The Tree Line," which is comprised of him reading a piece he wrote called "No Shore II." This disc will also be released in early November. Also to be released in early November is the newest in Rollins' series of releasing long lost demos and b-sides. "Weighting", the album will be comprised of b-sides from the "Weight" album, unreleased recordings that the band did with sax giant Charles Gayle, and live tracks from the bands 1994 tour.

Most Unfortunate, the Death of Shai Hulud | punkrockreviews.com

For the past few weeks rumors have flown around the internet of a possible Shai Hulud break up. Today official word has come from the band confirming there "break up." According to Shai Hulud's Matt Fox, vocalist Geert is leaving the band; the band is also canceling their opening slot on the upcoming Further Seems Forever tour. The remaining members of Shai Hulud, however, are looking into doing a farewell tour of sorts. This possible tour is still being put together, and would see former vocalist and current NFG guitarist Chad Gilbert doing vocal duties. Further Seems Forever's drummer and former Shai Hulud drummer Steve Kleisath is also hoping to join the tour to keep beat. Once again this is not confirmed, and at this moment is only in the planning stages. The remaining members of Shai Hulud plan to continue with the new material they have written for the next Shai Hulud album. When the record hits sometime next year the band, however, will be using another name. Rest assured the band is not taking their music in another direction. At this moment they do not feel the name Shai Hulud should be used for Geert-less line-up.

Gimme Gimmes on TV? | punkrockreviews.com

Me First and the Gimme Gimmes will be performing on the Jimmy Kimmel show October 31st, Halloween! In other Fat Wreck news they'll be releasing new records from The Descendents, Strung Out, Swingin’ Utters live and Subhumans live all in '04.

Punk Rock the Vote | punkrockreviews.com

MTV News is reporting that Fat Mike's Rock Against Bush tour and compilation are coming together. Bands involved include the Alkaline Trio, Green Day, NOFX, Pennywise, Good Charlotte and Sum 41 among others. The bands will each contribute a track to a Fat Wreck Chords compilation that that aims to raise political awareness and encourage punk fans to vote against George W. Bush in the next presidential election. Green Day, NOFX and the Alkaline Trio will record new songs for the album. The other groups haven't yet announced whether their tracks will be new or previously released. Expect the disc in stores by April or May. All the bands involved are playing at least one show on the Rock Against Bush Tour, which will run in two legs. The first will take place around the release of the album, with the second to occur closer to the election. Punkvoter.com will have voter registration booths setup at all the shows, which are planned to be free and staged mostly at college campuses. The tour may be called the Punkvoter tour since many college campuses and radio stations may not promote it under that name. All proceeds from the album will go toward print and television ads that will encourage punks to oust Bush from office. http://www.punkvoter.com

The Clash In Print | punkrockreviews.com

On Oct. 10th, the UK will see the release of "The Complete Clash." A book that will cover the career of one of the most influential punk bands of all time. The book was written by journalist /novelist Keith Topping. It will include "a song-by-song analysis of everything from ‘Armagideon Time’ to ‘White Riot’. There is exhaustive coverage of The Clash’s 600-plus live performances between 1976 and 1985, and a study of the band’s TV and film appearances." Currently there is no word on a North American release.

Salem to Release New EP | punkrockreviews.com

Gainesville, FL's SALEM (formerly As Friends Rust), will be releasing their new EP "Love it or Leave Me" on Fiddler records Oct. 28th. In the mean time, they are trying to build their street team. Head on over to their website and e-mail the band, with the subject being street team. Also, if you head on over to the Fiddler web site there is a rotating splash page when you enter the site that displays some of the new art work for their new EP. http://www.Fiddlerrecords.com http://www.Salemband.com

Pelado Records Bring the World The Sleazies | punkrockreviews.com

Pelado Records is very happy to announce they will be bringing the world the debut full length from New England's The Sleazies. The debut will be out this Winter on Pelado Records. http://www.peladorecords.hypermart.net

Bart's Gonna Love This... | punkrockreviews.com

Rancid's Tim Armstrong recently contributed some songwriting to the upcoming album "Try This" from dance-pop star Pink (she's so HOT!!!). The album's first single, titled "Trouble," has been posted by Arista Records. http://www.Arista.com Apparently, Armstrong first publicly collaborated with the singer during a performance of the Transplants song "Weigh On My Mind" at KROQ's annual Weenie Roast.

AF Artwork | punkrockreviews.com

Fat has just posted the artwork and tracklisting for the new Anti-Flag CD "Terror State." http://www.fatwreck.com/albumdetail.php3?sd=&cat_num=643

When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth | punkrockreviews.com

Catch-22 have finished the recording of their first record in over three years. It's called "Dinosaur Sounds," and it'll feature 11-tracks. Also, if you haven't yet heard, former members of Catch-22 have started a new ska band called Streetlight Manifesto. They just released their debut album on Victory, and should be on the road from now until the end of the year.

The Man in Black Passes On | punkrockreviews.com

Country icon, Johny Cash died early Friday morning due to complications related to diabetes. The legendary Man in Black passed away at Nashville's Baptist Hospital early Friday morning, at the age of 71. Cash had been in poor health for a number of years, and last month was admitted to Baptist Hospital. He hoped to finish working on a new record upon being released from hospital. His passing is a true loss in the music world. Everyone involved with punkrockreviews.com would like to send out our collected heartfelt condolences to the Cash family.

Side Cho Records Add The Pale | punkrockreviews.com

Side Cho Records have signed Seattle's The Pale, and will release their debut full-length on Nov. 4. The Pale have been rocking out in the Seattle area for eight years assembling a loyal fanbase. The four-piece will be hitting the road in support of the record later this fall. http://www.Thepalemusic.com

New Descendents Record in March | punkrockreviews.com

Fatwreck has announced they will be releasing the breand spankin' new Descendents records. It is set to be released in March '04, so start getting ready now. http://www.allcentral.com/html/descendents_fr.html

Death of a Nation | punkrockreviews.com

In support of their upcoming full length, "The Terror State," Anti-Flag will headline their “Death Of A Nation” tour. It will feature Rise Against, Against Me!, and None More Black. This three-month tour will hit every corner of North America and starts in November. Dates are still being confirmed, so go here for the latest show info: http://www.fatwreck.com/gigs.php3?band=ANTI

New MP3 From One of Chicago's Finest | punkrockreviews.com

The new record from the Lawrence Arms is called "The Greatest Story Ever Told," and it comes out September 23rd. If you mailorder the new album from Fatwreck they will send you a Lawrence Arms beer cozy; for free! This way you can enjoy the record while savoring a brew. For now, everyone will have to settle for just one song, so go rock out. http://www.fatwreck.com/empee/50164.mp3

Maxeen Drops Debut Nov. 18 | punkrockreviews.com

Maxeen's self-titled debut is set to be released on SideOneDummy Records Nov.18th. It will feature 12 Songs from the Long Beach trio, who have been descibed as The Police meet Taking Back Sunday meet Akaline Trio. The band is on tour right now with Yellowcard and have a string of shows coming up with The Slackers. Check out the tour dates here: http://www.sideonedummy.com/tours.html

Rise Against Headed to Dreamworks | punkrockreviews.com

The following is a lenghty statement from Chicago's Rise Against, who recently signed a deal with Dreamworks Records. "Hey, we just wanted to let everyone know what's been going on in the Rise Against camp as of late and keep you in the loop. First off, thanks to all of our fans that we saw this summer on tour. We had a great time and your response to our record has been incredible. We also had a long summer of soul-searching, as we found the invitations to several major labels at our doorstep. This is something that we've been discussing and contemplating quite a bit in the last six months, so I think its fair to share with you some of our thoughts on all of this. As a band, we feel we have something worth saying. We've been touring and playing our music for people for about three years now. We've been across this country too many times to count, into Canada about five times now, over to Europe twice, and we even got to Japan finally this year. I'm speaking in terms of Rise Against, but if you take a closer look at the band, you'll find four people who've been passionately dedicated to the scene for along time now. Examine our lives in this scene and you will find a decade of dues paid. I bring this up because it is this time spent in the punk rock scene that we have learned so much and have realized what an impact punk rock and, more personally, our band can have on people. Emails we receive tell us how important our songs mean to some of you. To hear from someone at a show that "you're music has really helped me through some tough times in my life" or " your songs have inspired me to become more aware of the world around me" are some the most validating and rewarding reactions to what we do, and we want to take that impact and multiply it. We have a strong message about standing up for yourself, about caring about the world around you, and about doing something that matters with your life. We are very critical of the nine-to-five/dog-eat-dog system that we live in, our government and its quest for money and power, and the human condition of stepping on other people to get to the top. This is a message that we believe in and want to share with the world on a larger scale then we've been sharing it. We want to reach more than just the believers, we want to reach the scores of non-believers. And we believe we've found someone who can take us and that message to the next level without compromising what we do and who we are. Dreamworks approached us and let us know that they like what we do and they want to put their resources behind it. They told us that they think we are a band with a very important message, a message that not enough bands are talking about these days. Their faith in what we do and the fact that they cared about stuff we cared about was an eye-opener. Still, not sure how we felt about majors, we said thanks for the call, but we're not looking to do that yet. We spent the summer on Warped Tour with many friends of ours who have aligned their bands with major labels in the last year or so. We spent many a BBQ talking about the differences. It was then that we realized that some of these labels were not there to change anyone or steal bands from their fanbases, but to give them a chance to realize their visions more completely. Don't get me wrong, some of these labels are still evil, but some weren't. Since then we've been approached by over a dozen labels, each wanting to team up with Rise Against, though none of them really resonated with us. Through meeting these people, we realized the differences between what we are doing and what we could be doing, and who we could be reaching with the songs. It seemed that no one understood Rise Against like the people at Dreamworks. Doing a little research, we realized that our respected and trusted friends in AFI we're very happy with the move and Dreamworks has been completely supportive of their goals as a band. When we realized that this would be a good idea, and that no one else fully realized our vision, we said no thanks to other labels, called Dreamworks, and said lets do this. I understand that some of you will be angry about this, and that some of you couldn't care less because over half the bands you listen to are on majors anyway. To those who are angry, I assure you we are not abandoning you. There will be no compromising what we do and how we do out. There will only be a bigger push behind what we have to say and how we can say it. You can expect no unnatural changes in Rise Against. We're not going to start including pyrotechnics in our show or start wearing make-up (well, maybe Todd will...). We'll only have more time now to completely dedicate ourselves to what we love to do. We understand the risk that comes with this and decided to do it. We want to devote ourselves to writing songs and playing shows without trying to make ends meet by working between tours at grocery stores and malls. We want to be able to come to your town as often as we can. We want to be able to further the causes that we have aligned ourselves with by taking them with us. Causes like PETA, Punkvoter.com, ARA, Rock Against Bush, Turn It Down (Campaign Against White Power Music), & many more. Fat Wreck has been completely supportive of our decision. We've been open and honest with our friends at Fat about all of this and have actively sought their advice on this, which they have graciously given us. Rest assured there are no hard feelings between us. Fat Mike is 100% behind our decision and understands our point of view on all of this. We will always consider ourselves a Fat band, and will continue to be a part of the Rock Against Bush campaign as well as future Fat Wreck compilations. We have made too many amazing friendships over at Fat to ever sever them. In the end, nothing else changes. We will still pursue what we've been pursuing as a band with no alteration. We're gearing up for the "Death Of A Nation Tour" with Anti-Flag, Against Me & None More Black preceded by a brief jaunt across Eastern Canada and a Fat Wreck show in NYC at CMJ this year. We hope to see you sweating it out with us at all these shows!! To those of you who have read this and written us off, so long and thanks for the memories! To those of you who feel Rise Against the way we feel it at every show, with every note and every word, we are still here for you...and we're not going anywhere." -Rise Against

How to Start a Fire in the UK | punkrockreviews.com

Further Seems Forever will be playing the UK alongside Thursday and Coheed and Cambria this October. Here are the confirmed dates: 10.02.03 - Glasgow, UK - Garage 10.03.03 - Manchester, UK - Academy 10.04.03 - London, UK - Astoria 10.05.03 - Portsmouth, UK - Pyramid Center 10.06.03 - Wolverhampton, UK - Wulfren 10.07.03 - Newport, UK - TJ's 10.09.03 - London, UK - The Underworld

MP3 to Hear | punkrockreviews.com

October 7th is the day Coheed and Cambria's "In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3" hits the streets. But, starting today you can hear "Favor House Atlantic," in MP3 format. Here is the related link: http://artists.mp3s.com/artists/466/coheed_and_cambria_ny.html

Another Day, Another Serious Accident | Bart

"One of the hardest touring bands on Victory, Count the Stars ground to a halt Saturday morning after a bad accident left their van and trailer totaled and singer/guitarist Chris Kasarjian in the hospital with broken ribs, a collapsed lung and stitches. After their driver lost control of the van, the trailer ripped off its hitch and flew twenty feet into the air, hitting a tree and coming apart, scattering the band's merch and equipment. The van flipped several times, causing Kasarjian's injuries but only bruises and minor cuts on the rest of the band and crew. The band will be cancelling their appearances on The Juliana Theory tour through at least September 20th, the dates following are contingent on Chris's recovery, so check at http://www.victoryrecords.com/tours.html Since the release of their debut, "Never Be Taken Alive," Count the Stars have enjoyed a deluge of critical praise from the likes of RollingStone.com, Boston Phoenix, LA Weekly, Ride BMX, Outburn and Amp Magazine to name a few. Their first radio single, "Taking It All Back" is receiving spins at commercial alternative stations across the U.S., while the video has been spinning at MTV2 and Fuse TV. Visit www.victoryrecords.com or www.counthestars.com to learn more about Count the Stars." Here's hoping to a speedy recovery and a quick return to the touring circuit.

Brand New to Headline Upcoming Tour | punkrockreviews.com

I've received word that Brand New will be hitting the road on an upcoming headlining tour, following their opening slot on the Dashboard Confessional tour. Supporting Brand New on this tour will be Hot Rod Circuit and Straylight Run. On a personal side note, the first time I saw Brand New preform they opened for HRC, now it's the other way around.

Just Call AAA | punkrockreviews.com

Against All Authority is in need of a new drummer. Here is a statement from the group's website: "AAA is looking for a new full time drummer. Marcio shall be returning to The Crumbs so they can work on their new CD and get back to kicking ass Crumbs' style. So this means that Against All Authority is going to need your help to fill the empty slot. We need an experienced drummer who is dedicated and won't mind practicing 2 - 3 times a week. The drummer should be free to tour and be ready to record within the next few months, depending on how well everything goes. That drummer should also love what he or she does, because its that passion that makes you who you are. If you or anyone you know could be interested please email me at AgainstAllAuthorityOnline@hotmail.com. To put all rumors aside, Marcio and the rest of AAA are still close friends and have no problems with each other. There was no huge argument or gruesome battle that ended in broken bones and/or death."

Punk Goes Acoustic | Bart

After numerous delays the next chapter in the Fearless Records' "Punk Goes..." series is about the arrive. Set for release on October 21st, "Punk Goes Acoustic" will feature the following tracks: Open Hand - Time To Talk Thrice - Trust Yellowcard - Firewater Sugarcult - Memory Finch - Letters To You Thursday - A Hole In The World The Starting Line - Playing Favorites Strung Out - Velvet Alley The Ataris - Eight Of Nine Taking Back Sunday - Cute Without The E From Autumn To Ashes - Chloroform Perfume Rise Against - Swing Life Away Piebald - The King Rufio - Over It Strike Anywhere - Chalk Line Noise Ratchet - Away To The Heart Coalesce - Blue Collar Lullaby Grade - Gathering Darkness Glasseater - Alone In The World Midtown - Knew It All Along

Brand New Sign to Dreamworks | punkrockreviews.com

It is official, after completing their contract with Triple Crown, Long Island's Brand New have now signed with Dreamworks. Brand New will be doing another headlining tour following their stint with Dashboard Confessional. http://www.Brandnewrock.com

New Members, New Album for the Reunion Show | punkrockreviews.com

Rumors have been swirling that Victory Records' The Reunion Show have broken up. The truth is two members have departed (Brian and Derrick), however, the remaining members have filled those slots; and are working on new material. TRS is tentatively set to have their new record out early next year on Victory. http://www.victoryrecords.com

Do Not Miss a Show | punkrockreviews.com

If you haven't been rockin' Ultimate Fakebook, you've got problems. Go check 'em out when they come to a town near you. http://www.UltimateFakebook.com 9/11/03 Oklahoma City, OK Green Door Pomeroy, Anything But Joey 9/12/03 Fayetteville, AR JR's Lightbulb Club (18+) Pomeroy, Anything But Joey 9/13/03 Little Rock, AR Vino's Pomeroy, Anything But Joey 9/18/03 Lincoln, NE Knickerbockers (18+) Pomeroy, Anything But Joey 9/20/03 Omaha, NE Hays, KS Ranch Bowl Wild Rose (18+) Pomeroy, Anything But Joey Pomeroy, Anything But Joey 9/24/03 Denver, CO Climax Lounge Plus Nomination, 34 Satellite 9/27/03 Ft. Collins, CO Starlight Club Plus Nomination 10/03/03 Ames, IA Maintenance Shop Plus Nomination FREE 10/04/03 Kansas City, MO Hurricane (21+) Plus Nomination, 15 Min. Fast 10/10/03 Cedar Falls, IA The Reverb Anything But Joey 10/11/03 Lawrence, KS Bottleneck Plus Nomination, Plus Ones 10/16/03 Columbia, MO Mojo's Pomeroy $8 10/17/03 St. Louis, MO Mississippi Nights Pomeroy, Anything But Joey more dates to come!!!!

Drive - Thru Release Schedule | punkrockreviews.com

Here is DTR's release schedule for the remainder of 2003. The Early November "The Room's Too Cold" in stores Oct. 7th Something Corporate "North" in stores Oct. 21st Hidden In Plain View in Stores November 11th Steel Train "1969" Tribute Comp in stores November 11th Drive-Thru DVD Second Edition in stores November 18th The Starting Line new album in stores November 25th My only question is where is the Starting Line acoustic EP the world was promised?

All On Black | punkrockreviews.com

The Alkaline Trio is planning to shoot a video for "All On Black" in the near future. There is no set date or further info available as of yet.

Vagrant Tour 2003 | punkrockreviews.com

Vagrant Records has announced the "Vagrant Tour 2003," featuring the Alkaline Trio, Reggie and The Full Effect, From Autumn To Ashes, and No Motiv. The shows start on October 29th in Minneapolis, MN and wrap up on December 10th in Cincinnati, OH. Check below to see if they hit your town. Vagrant Tour 2003 October 29 Minneapolis, MN @ Quest October 30 Chicago, IL @ Aragon Ballroom November 1 Detroit, MI @ State Theatre November 3 Montreal, QC @ Le Spectrum November 4 Toronto, ON @ Kool Haus November 5 Rochester, NY @ Water Street Music Hall November 6 Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre November 7 New York City, NY @ Roseland Ballroom November 8 Worcester, MA @ Palladium November 9 Philadelphia, PA @ Electric Factory November 11 Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club November 12 Norfolk, VA @ NorVa November 13 Myrtle Beach, SC @ House Of Blues Myrtle Beach November 14 Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle November 15 Orlando, FL @ House Of Blues Orlando November 16 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Club Venu November 17 St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Landing November 19 Houston, TX @ Numbers November 20 Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa November 21 Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa November 23 Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre November 24 San Diego, CA @ Soma November 25 Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues Las Vegas November 28 Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium November 29 San Francisco, CA @ Warfield November 30 Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom December 1 Vancouver, BC @ Croation Cultural Centre December 2 Seattle, WA @ Showbox December 4 Salt Lake City, UT @ Bricks December 5 Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre December 7 St. Louis, IL @ Pops December 9 Cleveland, OH @ Agora December 10 Cincinnati, OH @ Bogarts

Midtown Rockin' On | punkrockreviews.com

This comes as news to myself, and I'm sure to some. But rumors on the internet have apparently been swirling, stating that Midtown had signed to Equal Vision Records. This, however, is in fact untrue according to several sources. Midtown, who many know had numerous problems with Drive-Thru (can you blame them?), were dropped/left the label. The band is currently looking into a possible deal with one or more major labels. As of this time, there isn't much more known about their situation. http://www.Midtownrock.com

New Thursday LP Pre-Order | punkrockreviews.com

Thursday's "War All The Time," is officially on pre-order as of today. If you preorder the album from today 8/26/03 to 9/2/03 you will receive, for no extra cost, a very limited edition, numbered 18"x40" lithograph of the album artwork and lyrics. This is the only way you can get a copy of the lithograph. You will also receive a download of a song from the new album called "Division Street". By preordering, you will be guaranteed to receive the limited editon version of the CD that contains special packaging and artwork.

You're So Last Summer | punkrockreviews.com

Taking Back Sunday shot a video today (8/25) for "You're So Last Summer." The shoot went down under the Brooklyn Bridge, and featured Flava Flav from Public Enemy fame. Flav is said to have been singing the John Nolan parts of the song.

New Casualties' Record | punkrockreviews.com

SideOneDummy is reporting that The Casualties are headed into the studio with producer Bill Stevenson (Black Flag/ Descendents/All) to record their follow up to "Die Hards." The working title of the record is, "On The Front Line." The Casualties will enter the studio with 18 songs written for a February/March of 2004 release. http://www.sideonedummy.com

Tentative Title For The New Against Me Album | punkrockreviews.com

Word on the streets has it that Against Me have titled their new punk masterpiece, "As The Eternal Cowboy." No official announcement has been made from Fat Wreck or the band yet, however, at Interpunk.com they already have the CD advertised with a track listing. The album is planned to drop on November 4, 2003.

Bright Eyes Box Set | punkrockreviews.com

On September 9th, Saddle Creek Records will be releasing a limited edition Bright Eyes vinyl box set, with much of the material either having never been on vinyl before or have been out of print for some time. The box set will consist of 7 LPs. 1. A Collection of Songs Written and Recorded 1995-1997 - previously unavailable on vinyl, on 2 LP's 2. "Letting off the Happiness" - original vinyl cover art plus Japanese Import bonus track 3. "Every Day and Every Night" EP 4. "Fevers and Mirrors" - with two Japanese Import bonus tracks remastered on 2 LP's 5. "Don't Be Frightened of Turning the Page" - all 4 Bright Eyes tracks from "Oh Holy Fools" - "The Music of Son," "Ambulance/Bright Eyes" plus two bonus tracks http://www.Saddlecreekrecords.com

Mall Punks World Wide | punkrockreviews.com

This one goes out to the mall punks reading, Good Charlotte are heading out for a fall tour. The first leg will feature opening acts Goldfinger and Mest. While the second leg showcases, the only bands I'd pay to see, Something Corporate and Eve 6. Hit up GC's newly desgned website for more info http://www.GoodCharlotte.com

Thursday Update | punkrockreviews.com

Thursday has launched a new site, with tons of news and tour dates. The site features artwork based on their new album "War All The Time", which you can pre-order there and get a limited edition lithograph. Also, you can stream the two new song from the album: "For The Workforce, Drowning" and "Signals Over The Air." http://www.Thursday.net

New DVD | punkrockreviews.com

Lookout! Records has just released their very first DVD. Which is a DVD version of the Lookout! video compilation "Turn On, Tune In, Lookout!" The compilation features videos from Bratmobile, The Donnas, The Hi-Fives, The Mr. T Experience, The Oranges Band, Pansy Division, The Pattern, Pretty Girls Make Graves, The Queers, Servotron, The Smugglers, Squirtgun and Ted Leo/Pharmacists; plus some extra fun stuff for you to sink your teeth into. For more information click: http://www.lookoutrecords.com/catalog/item.php3?matrix_id=999

Rancid Hit Europe | Bart

That's right. All of you fine European punks will have a chance to catch Rancid live. Here are the dates: 8/28: Hasselt, Belgium - Pukkelpop Festival 8/29: Holland, Amsterdam - Lowlands Festival 8/31: Stockholm, Sweden - Heart Attack Fest 9/1: Oslo, Norway - Rockefeller 9/3: Hamburg, Germany - Stadtpark 9/4: Berlin, Germany - Columbiahalle & Pk 9/5: Germany, Munich - Circus Krone 9/6: Winterthur, Switzerland - Eishalle Deutweg 9/7: Bolonga, Italy - Independent Days 9/9: Paris, France - Elysee Montmartre 9/11: Birmingham, UK - Birmingham Academy 9/12: Bristol, UK - Bristol Academy 9/13: Manchester, UK - Apollo 9/15: Nottingham, UK - Rock City 9/16: Southhampton, UK - Guild Hall 9/18: Brixton, UK - Brixton Academy 9/19: Brixton, UK - Brixton Academy 9/22: Dublin, Ireland - Olympia 9/23: Belfast, N. Ireland - Ulster Hall 9/25: Glasgow, Scotland - Barrowlands 9/26: Glasgow, Scotland - Barrowlands

RIP Wesley Willis | Bart

Wesley Willis, a legendary figure in Chicago's underground scene, has passed away. Here is a statement from Alternative Tentacles: Dear Friends and fellow Wesleynauts, We are deeply saddened to report that one of our artists, Wesley Willis passed away yesterday, Thursday, August 21st. Wesley will be greatly missed by all that had the privilege to know him, as well as the fans who have been fortunate enough to experience his genius. Wesley was diagnosed with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) at the end of 2002, and had to undergo emergency surgery on June 2nd to identify the source of, and to suppress internal bleeding. It is not clear if this bleeding was related to his leukemia or not, and the exact cause of death is still unknown. Wesley had been recovering at a Hospice in Illinois, and since the surgery his health had deteriorated rapidly. His songs were simultaneously disturbing, hilarious, blunt, and intoxicating. Wesley's sheer excitement and unaffected honesty about every cultural phenomenon, defined his music as truly individual, and truly punk rock. Wesley released well over 50 albums - 3 of which are on Alternative Tentacles, and a 4th, entitled, Wesley Willis Greatest Hits Vol. 3 (CD) had already been scheduled for release in October of this year. For more information on Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia, please visit http://leukemia-lymphoma.org Currently there are no plans for any funeral service but we will inform you if there will be.

Strike Anywhere "Exit English" Streams. | Bart

The new Strike Anywhere LP titled "Exit English" is slated to be released on September 30th. But don't worry, you can stream the entire album right NOW at http://www.exitenglish.com To celebrate the release of what is sure to be one of the year's best releases we will be holding a special Strike Anywhere contest. Up for grabs is one exclusive package containing both of the Strike Anywhere releases on Jade Tree Records, a button, sticker, t-shirt and a special surprise. Check back for more news on this contest soon!

New StrayLight Run MP3 | punkrockreviews.com

The hottest unsigned band, Stray Light Run (ex-Taking Back Sunday and Breaking Pangea), have just put another MP3 up on their website. Do yourself a favor and check out what every label is trying to sign. http://www.Straylightrun.com

Take Action Tour Update | punkrockreviews.com

Jade Tree Records' These Arms Are Snakes, has been added to the Oct. 11 show in Seattle and the Oct. 12 show in Portland. This Seattle quintet boast former members of Botch and Kill Sadie. The Take Action Tour kicks off on Sept. 11 and runs through Oct. 12. http://www.takeactiontour.com

Bringing Back the Art of Art | punkrockreviews.com

New York City's The A.K.A.s are puttiing together a travelling art show for their upcoming tour. While on the road supporting "White Doves & Smoking Guns," (Fueled By Ramen) the band will feature a gallary of recent work by Shepard Fairey and legendary culture-jammer Ron Englis. The event has been dubbed "One Night Only" and will kick off on September 5th in Boston, MA. Prior to this tour the band is having a listening party/reception in NYC at the Niagara Gallery.

Pennywise, "From Ashes" | punkrockreviews.com

Pennywise have announced six record release shows in California. This includes a two night affair in Hollywood, Anaheim and Pomona. The band is supporting their new album "From The Ashes," which is due September 9th.

Here's Your Chance | punkrockreviews.com

Here's another chance to be a rock star, Pluto Records' Thirty Call Arson is currently seeking a new drummer. Anyone able to tour on a full-time basis and willing to live anywhere in the US, please email the band at weneedadrummer@thirtycalledarson.com for more information.

Get Yo' Fix | punkrockreviews.com

Trustkill Records, in preparation for the release of the much anticipated new album from Nora, has launched an online player/ecard featuring two of the new songs. The album, entitled "Dreamers and Deadmen," is scheduled for an August 26th, 2003 release date. Check out the player online here: http://www.trustkill.com/nora

Movielife $5 Tour | punkrockreviews.com

The MovieLife is setting out to headline their own tour, and everyone can check it out for only $5.00. Here are the up to minute dates: 9/13/03 Buffalo, NY Continental 9/14/03 Toledo, OH Headliner's 9/16/03 Iowa City, IA Gabe's Oasis 9/17/03 Milwaukee, WI Mad Planet 9/18/03 St.Louis, MO Creepy Crawl 9/19/03 Indianapolis, IN Rehearsal Studios 9/20/03 Pittsburgh, PA Club Laga 9/21/03 Louisville, KY Riot Skate Park 9/23/03 Cleveland, OH Peabody's 9/24/03 Syracuse, NY Planet 505 9/25/03 Hoboken, NJ Maxwells 9/26/03 Lancaster, PA Chameleon Club 9/27/03 Worchester, MA The Palladium http://www.drivethrurecords.com

Coheed and Cambria to Hit the Road | punkrockreviews.com

Coheed and Cambria will be hitting the road soon. Here are the dates: With Boys Night Out Fri-Sep-19 Wilkes-Barre, PA Café Metropolis Sat-Sep-20 Pittsburgh, PA Duquesne University (campus only event) Sun-Sep-21 Baltimore, MD Ottobar Mon-Sep-22 Richmond, VA Alley Katz Tue-Sep-23 OFF Wed-Sep-24 State College, PA Crowbar Thu-Sep-25 Burlington, VT Higher Ground Fri-Sep-26 Augusta, ME The Edge Sat-Sep-27 Worcester, MA Palladium With Thursday and Further Seems Forever Fri-Oct-03 Manchester University Manchester, UK Sat-Oct-04 Londond - London Astoria Sun-Oct-05 Pyramid Centre Portsmouth, UK Mon-Oct-06 Wulfrun Hall Wolverhampton, UK Tue-Oct-07 T.J.'s Newport, UK Thu-oct-09 Newcastle University Newcastle, UK with Thursday and Thrice Fri-Oct-31 Hollywood, CA - Palladium More dates to be announced soon. Coheed's new album, "In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth:3" will be released on Oct 7th. http://www.coheedandcambria.com

Teen Idols go to the "Retirement Home" | punkrockreviews.com

I'm sure most of you know by now, Fueled By Ramen's Teen Idols have called it quits. Which comes as a shock to many after the band recently released "Nothing to Prove." I was fortunate enough to catch this awesome live act when they opened for Less Than Jake last spring. You can read an official statement from the band at http://www.TeenIdols.net

Straylight MP3 | punkrockreviews.com

Remember the other day when we told you John Nolan and Shaun Cooper (ex- Taking Back Sunday) had formed a new band known as Straylight Run? Hit up their website to get three exclusive MP3s. Straylight Run is sure to be the hottest unsigned act to come around in a long time. http://www.Straylightrun.com

Bands on TV | punkrockreviews.com

For those who tuned into Fuse's IMX, you may have seen Brand New yesterday. Well, tune in today to IMX on Fuse (Tuesday August 12 at 6 p.m. EST), to see Taking Back Sunday and Thrice.

More Bad Break Up News | punkrockreviews.com

Unforunately, one of the best indie-rock bands has called it quits. Louisville's Elliot has decided to call it quits. Here is an official statment from the band: "Over the past eight years all who have made Elliott what it is today have seen many things change. We've grown along with our audience and have evolved finally to our mature form. To be true to what the band and it's members have stood by, (art, creation and understanding of human nature and it's conection with music) it's time for Elliott to come to an end. We must do this to allow the same mind set that drove the band to drive each of us indvidually in our seperate lives."

Lookout! News | punkrockreviews.com

Green Day and Lookout! Records are at work on re-releasing both "Kerplunk," and "1,039 Smoothed Out Slappy Hours." They are currently being re-mastered (supervised by the band) and will sound better than ever; both will be released in new expanded packaging with more pictures, info etc. There will also be an enhanced CD feature built into both titles with archival materials from Lookout! and Green Day's vault. Expect the first revamped re-release, "1039 Smoothed Out Slappy Hours," which combines the band's first album and vinyl-only EP tracks in late October. Small Brown Bike who's Lookout! debut ("The River Bed") drops September 9th are celebrating with a record release show in Lansing, Michigan on September 12th at a bowling alley. Mr. T Experience are in the studio with Kevin Army working on a new album to be released in January 2004. They've got a special website devoted to the as yet untitled album that includes written entries from the studio, photos and hopefully some audio samples as well.

Here Comes Stretch | punkrockreviews.com

It's been over two years since Stretch Arm Strong's "Revolution Transmission," came out; but Aug. 19 is nearing and so in "Engage." Along with a new album the band will be on the road with labelmates Norma Jean. This is definately a show to see, so to help everyone out here are the dates: Stretch Arm Strong 08.09 Elon, NC Cornerstone 08.10 Philidelphia, PA Trocadero w/ Norma Jean, Throwdown, Everytime I Die 08.11 Farmington, NY Downtown w/ Norma Jean 08.12 Buffalo, NY Showplace Theater w/ Norma Jean, Evergreen Terrace 08.13 Albany, NY Valentines w/ Norma Jean, Evergreen Terrace 08.14 Worcester, MA Palladium w/ Norma Jean, Evergreen Terrace 08.15 Carslie, PA Monroe Township Hall w/ Evergreen Terrace 08.16 Lewisberry, PA Purple Door 08.17 Birmingham, AL Furnace Fest 08.19 Austin, TX Emo's w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.20 Houston, TX Club Fat Cat w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.21 San Antonio, TX Sin 13 w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.22 Ft. Worth, TX The Door w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.24 Lawrence, KS Bottleneck w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.23 OKC, OK The Green Door w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.25 St. Louis, MO Mississippi Nights w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.26 Atlanta, GA Cotton Club w/ Norma Jean, The Bled 08.30 Columbia, SC Manifest Records, FREE INSTORE 2 PM! 08.30 Charlotte, NC Manifest Records, FREE INSTORE 7 PM! 09.06 Reykjavik, Iceland Nordurkjallari MH 09.08 Netherlands Ede Peptalk 09.09 Cologne, Germany Underground 09.10 Kontich, Belgium Lintfabriek 09.11 Birmingham, England Academy w/ Rancid 09.12 Sheffield, England Corporation w/ Steel Rules Die, Incoherence 09.13 Manchester, England Apollo w/ Rancid, The Donnas 09.14 Glasgow, Scotland Kingtuts Wah Wah Hut w/ Steel Rules Die, Incoherence 09.15 Leicester, England Charlotte w/ Steel Rules Die, Incoherence 09.16 Newort, Wales TJ's w/ Steel Rules Die, Incoherence 09.17 London, England Underworld w/ Steel Rules Die, Incoherence 09.18 London, England Brixton Academy w/ Rancid 09.19 Paris, France 09.20 Zurich, Switzerland 09.21 Bologna, Italy Container Club 09.22 Dornbirn, Austria Conrad Sohms 09.23 Graz, Austria Explosiv 09.24 Prague, Czech Republic 007 Club 09.25 Berlin, Germany 09.26 Salzgitter, Germany Forellenhof 09.27 Arnhem, Netherlands Goudvishal 09.28 Belgium, Leuven Funtime Festival 10.25 Elgin, IL Wonderland Ballroom w/ Norma Jean, Project 86

Letterman Goes to Amsterdam | punkrockreviews.com

Vagrant Records artists The New Amsterdams have been added to the David Letterman show for this Friday, August 8th. The show airs on CBS, check your local listings for times.

Breaking News From TBS and Breaking Pangea | punkrockreviews.com

Taking Back Sunday is currently in the process of re-grouping their band, after guitarist/chief lyricist John Nolan and bassist Shaun Cooper left over personal and professional differences. Replacing Nolan is Breaking Pangaea singer/guitarist Fred Mascherino (no word on who exactly is playing bass). Many now want to know, what's happening to Breaking Pangea? Mascherino recently stated the band will be on a bit of a hiatus, as Mascherino is in Taking Back Sunday and also has a second child on the way. As for the two members who left TBS, Nolan and Cooper have joined forces with Breaking Pangea drummer Will Noon and Nolan's sister Michelle to form Straylight Run. Straylight Run will head off on their first tour September 9th, playing dates with Christiansen and Jamison Parker. Breaking Pangea fans just remember, they're not dead, just barely breathing. http://www.Straylightrun.com

Fearless Loses Weight | punkrockreviews.com

Several websites have reported that Fearless Records has dropped both Near Miss and Keepsake, but I won't name any of them. Instead we went straight to Fearless for their take on these published reports. According to Fearless head Bob Becker, the reports aren't the exact truth. In a statement to punkrockreviews.com, Becker explained that both of the bands had filled their contractual obligations and left on good terms. Fearless simply had no interest in re-signing them. Some may have noticed the label going in a harder direction, straying away from pop-punk and indie-rock, which may have contributed to this decision.

Low Dough, Cheap Ass Show | punkrockreviews.com

On Thursday August 14th, Sinister Label and LLR Recordings present a 94.7 Zone local exposure at Metro. Come out at 6 PM and rock out for only $5, Chicago. Check out the line-up below: Divide by Zero Afterproject Tomsawyer The Academy Preacher gone to Texas You can get tickets at ticket master or walk up the day of the show.

The Epitaph Weekly Dish | punkrockreviews.com

First off, Epitaph has posted the first MP3 from Matchbook Romance's debut LP, "Stories and Allibis" up now. The song is called "Promise," check it out here: http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=335 Their new record, "Stories And Alibis" was produced by Joe Baressi, and is said to be "beyond catchy;" hopefully it'll be more original than their EP "West For Wishing." The band is also going to hit the road and go to Europe with the Ataris as main support. These are the confirmed dates: 08/25/03 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Melkweg 08/26/03 Numberg, Germany - Hirsch 08/28/03 Stuttgart, Germany - Die Rohre 08/30/03 Hasselt, Belgium - Pukkelpop Festival 09/01/03 Hamburg, Germany - Schlachthof 09/02/03 Cologne, Germany - Prime Club 09/04/03 Wil, Switzerland - Remise 09/05/03 Bochum, Germany - Zeche Karl 09/06/03 Munich, Germany - Backstage The Weakerthans have a new MP3 up as well. "Reconstruction Site" hits the streets on August 26th, like you didn't know. The MP3 is for the song "Psalm For The Elks Lodge Last Call." http://www.epitaph.com/bands/index.php?id=321 Next week Epitaph will have a full album stream for the new Bouncing Souls album, "Anchors Aweight." Hit up http://www.Epitaph.com for more info. In closing, Death By Stereo will join a leg of the Take Action Tour. For dates hit: http://www.Takeactiontour.com

Rancid "Fall Back Down" Video Streams | Bart

The video for "Fall Back Down," the first single off of the forthcoming Rancid LP "Indestructible," is now available for viewing online. Here are two direct links to stream the video, which was directed by Tim Armstrong. Quicktime http://rancidrancid.com/qt-ref/rancid_fall_back_down_ref.mov Windows Media Player http://rancidrancid.com/asx/rancid_fall-back-down_450-v.asx

Beware of PROBOT | punkrockreviews.com

Ex-Nirvana drummer and current Foo Fighters frontman, Dave Grohl has pushed back the release date of his much-anticipated metal side project Probot to November through Southern Lord Records. "It's not a platinum seller, it's not going to change the world," he told Time magazine. "It's just my tribute to all those guys I worshipped when I was 16." Probot's debut CD, which features Grohl, Zwan guitarist Matt Sweeney and Foo Fighters' producer Adam Kasper accompanying Slayer's Tom Araya, Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister and other singers, has been in the works for the past three years. Rumor has been floating around, that Grohl could be a possible replacement for John Bonham on a Led Zeppelin reunion tour. "I have John Bonham tattoos all over my arms," he said of the drummer, who died in 1980. "I learned to be a drummer by listening to the Zeppelin catalog. The most important thing is that if they do a reunion tour, they find the person most capable of filling in for John Bonham. Of course, I would cut off my cock to have that gig."

Berlin Project | punkrockreviews.com

On September 6th, 2003 Orange Peal Records' artist The Berlin Proect will be playing Club Laga in Pittsurgh, PA; for their official CD release party. The show will feature The Berlin Project, Reunion Show (Victory Records), Buzz Poets, Distorted Penguins, The Space Pimps, and Clearview. The first 300 people get a copy of the new Berlin Project CD "The Things We Say." http://www.Orangepeal.com

Can't Stop | punkrockreviews.com

Beside being addicted to 2004 College Football for PS2, I've also been addicted to the new Yellowcard CD "Ocean Ave." So, what better way to celebrate my addiction than to post their upcoming tour dates. 8-04 Marcus Ampitheatre Milwaukee, WI Warped Tour 2003 8-05 Tower City Ampitheatre Cleveland, OH Warped Tour 2003 8-06 Post Gazette Pavilion Burgesttstown, PA Warped Tour 2003 8-07 Darien Lake Performing Arts Darien Center, NY Warped Tour 2003 8-08 Tweeter Center Camden, NJ Warped Tour 2003 8-09 Randall's Island Central Park, NY Warped Tour 2003 8-10 Asbury Park Lot Asbury Park, NJ Warped Tour 2003 8-12 Bogart's Cincinnati, OH w/ Don't Look Down, Over It, Bottom Line 8-13 Metro Chicago, IL w/ Autopilot Off, Split Habit, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-14 Bottleneck Lawrence, KS w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-15 Gothic Theatre Denver, CO w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-16 Bricks Salt Lake City, UT w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-18 Meow Meow Portland, OR w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-19 Graceland Seattle, WA w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-21 Slim's San Francisco, CA w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-22 Soma San Diego, CA w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Offset, Remic 8-24 House Of Blues Anaheim, CA w/ Autopilot Off, Don't Look Down, Over It 8-27 Cal State Northridge - Sierra Quad Northridge, CA 8-29 Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas, NV 8-30 Oaks Park Portland, OR w/ Eve 6, Smile Empty Soul, Vendetta Red, Flashlight Brown 9-04 Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel Providence, RI w/ Less Than Jake, TBA 9-05 Webster Theatre Hartford, CT w/ Less Than Jake, Relient K, TBA, Drunken Beer Nuts 9-20 Peoria Sports Complex Peoria, AZ 9-27 Utah State Fair Park Salt Lake City, UT w/ AFI, The Used, Eve 6, Hoobastank, 3 Days Grace 10-11 Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion Spring, TX

MTX Recording New Record | punkrockreviews.com

The Mr T Experience are currently holed up in Sharkbite Studios with producer Kevin Army, recording their follow up to 1999's "Alcatraz." http://www.Lookoutrecords.com

Brand New Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

Brand New is finishing up the Warped Tour and will follow up this year's addition of punk rock summer camp with an opening slot on the up-coming Dashboard Confessional tour. They will be joining MxPx and Vendetta Red, on what should be an interesting tour. http://www.brandnewrock.com

More on Rancid | Bart

The release date for Rancid's new LP "Indestructible" has been moved up to August 19th. It will be released by Hellcat Records while Warner provides promoting and marketing help. Click the Rancid banners on our pages to check out four songs off of the new album.

Fat News! | punkrockreviews.com

The new Lawrence Arms CD "The Greatest Story Ever Told" will drop on Sept. 23. It will have 14 rockin' tracks. Fat will have a MP3 up soon, but for now you'll have to settle for the tracklisting and cover art: http://www.fatwreck.com/albumdetail.php3?&cat_num=668 Sick Of It All's new record is slated for release on September 9th and they have dubbed it "Life On The Ropes." It seems as though the band has added some emo to their.... Just kidding, it's SOIA so expect some hardcore punk. You can download an mp3 here: http://www.fatwreck.com/empee/50163.mp3 The new record from Anti-Flag hits October 21st, and has been titled "The Terror State." The band will also be playing a bunch of special shows before the record comes out and here's what they had to say about that: "As a way to give back to their most loyal supporters, Anti-Flag will be playing select shows at intimate venues and giving away copies of the new record before the release date. Included in the $10 admission, each person in attendance will receive one copy of Anti-Flag's upcoming CD: "The Terror State."' http://www.anti-flag.com/main.php

Thursday | punkrockreviews.com

It's Thursday, so I thought everyone could use a briefing on Thursday. First off, they will be shooting a video for "Signals Over The Air," the first single from "War All The Time." Directing the video will be Joakim Ahlund (Refused, International Noise Conspiracy), you can hear the single at http://www.thursday.net Secondly, you can preorder tickets to the band's September headlining tour on their website. Many of the preorders are sold out. However, some still have tickets available. It has been confirmed that Death By Stereo will support on most dates. Finally, the band has posted some books, music and movies they are currently enjoying and would like to share with you, the fans. You can find them in the recommendations section, and the band urges you to post your comments on their message board. "War All The Time," drops Sept. 16.

Sugarcult News | punkrockreviews.com

Santa Barbara, CA mod rockers Sugarcult have been busy this summer recording a new record for Ultimatum Music/Artemis Records, along with doing stints in Europe and Japan. Along with recording the band has put a rest to some internal conflicts. Here is an offical statment from the band concerning drummer Ben Davis: "We are writing this letter to put an end to the rumors and confusion about Ben Davis. After about six months of thinking it over and trying to come up with an alternative solution to some of our internal personal differences, we have decided to ask Ben to leave the band. As any of you who have gone through big changes or relationship struggles in your life can imagine, this has been the hardest thing we've ever had to do. We assure you though, as painful as it is, this is what we had to do to continue on as a band. This news is sad for everyone in our family - our fans, our road crew, our record label, etc. - but most of all for us bandmembers. However, it's what we felt was right for the band and it's what we felt we must do in order for Sugarcult to march into the future. Ultimately it's our responsibility to be true to ourselves, not just to our image; otherwise we're selling you all dishonesty, which is not what we are about. The four of us have been through thick and thin together over the last five years, going from being an unknown bar band in Santa Barbara to playing shows all over the world. We recognize and fully acknowledge that Ben has had a huge role in the story of Sugarcult. Yet nothing stays the same forever; small problems or differences become bigger as time goes on and people move on. You can fight it, deny it, struggle with it; or try to learn from it and move forward, which is what we are trying to do. We want you all to know that we still love Ben, that our friendship continues and that we wish him the best. Ben is a multi-talented musician and producer/engineer, along with being an extremely smart and unique individual. Ben will always be a part of our family history, but we are starting a new chapter. We don't expect you all to agree with us, or even understand our reasoning, but we hope that, as fans and friends, you will respect our decision, and show our future drummer the same unconditional love and support you've shown us all through the years. We won't let you down. See you on the road soon, with lots of great new songs to scream along to." Sincerely, Sugarcult

Pennywise go late night | punkrockreviews.com

As you know by now, the new Pennywise album "From The Ashes" comes out on September 9th and the band has just announced that they will be playing on the Jimmy Kimmel show on September 26th.

STD, TBS, Moneen dates (more to come) | punkrockreviews.com

The first dates for the Taking Back Sunday, Saves The Day, and Moneen tour are in. Check it out: 09/12/03 HARTFORD, CT WEBSTER THEATRE 09/13/03 LEWISBURG, PA LANGONE CENTER 09/14/03 ALBANY, NY SARATOGA WINNERS 09/18/03 PROVIDENCE, RI LUPO'S HEARTBREAK HOTEL 09/19/03 ASBURY PARK, NJ ASBURY PARK CONVENTION HALL 09/23/03 PITTSBURGH, PA METROPOL 09/24/03 CLEVELAND, OH AGORA THEATRE 09/25/03 COLUMBUS, OH NEWPORT MUSIC HALL 09/26/03 CINCINNATI, OH BOGART'S 09/27/03 PONTIAC, MI CLUTCH CARGO'S 09/28/03 PONTIAC, MI CLUTCH CARGO'S 10/01/03 CHICAGO, IL HOUSE OF BLUES 10/02/03 CHICAGO, IL HOUSE OF BLUES 10/03/03 MILWAUKEE, WI THE RAVE 10/04/03 MINNEAPOLIS, MN THE QUEST

Warning... Slick Shoes | punkrockreviews.com

Slick Shoes will be one of the featured bands on MTV's Advance Warning. Advance Warning will air for the first time on MTV at 8:00PM. It will air at least three times on MTV and at least six times on MTV2. Advance Warning is a 30 minute show that features four up and coming bands.

A Mark, A Mission, A Brand, A Scar, A Tracklisting | punkrockreviews.com

Here is the tracklist for Dashboard Confessional's new album "A Mark, A Mission, A Brand, A Scar" due out August 12th: 1.Hands Down 2.Rapid Hope Loss 3.As Lovers Go 4.Carry This Picture 5.Bend and Not Break 6.Ghost of a Good Thing 7.Am I Missing 8.Morning Calls 9.Carve Your Heart Out Yourself 10.So Beautiful 11.Hey Girl 12.If You Can't Leave It Be, Might as Well Make It Bleed 13.Several Ways to Die Trying

Take Action Update | punkrockreviews.com

Orange County's Throwdown have been added to this year's Take Action Tour. See them on all dates between Oct. 4 thru 9. Also, Trustkill's fashion-metal gurus Eigthteen Visions have extened their stay; they'll be playing all dates between Sept. 11 and Oct. 3.

Roll on... | punkrockreviews.com

In 2001, a little CD known as "Sha, Sha" made a big impression on me. Well, good news for me and others, as "nerd-core" hero Ben Kweller will be hitting the studio in the fall to record a yet-to-be-titled album. http://www.BenKweller.com

FATA Tracklisting | punkrockreviews.com

Vagrant's new signee, From Autumn to Ashes, have set the tracklist of their upcoming album "The Fiction We Live." Vagrant will unleash this beast on September 09th. "The Fiction We Live" 01 - The After Dinner Payback 02 - Lilacs & Lolita 03 - No Trivia 04 - Milligram Smile 05 - The Second Wrong Makes You Feel Right 06 - Every Reason To 07 - Autumns Monologue 08 - Alive Out Of Habit 09 - All I Taste Is What's Her Name 10 - The Fiction We Live 11 - I'm The Best At Ruining My Life 12 - Milligram Smile

A Night on the Town | punkrockreviews.com

Boys Night Out's new album, "Make Yourself Sick," is scheduled for a September 23rd release on Ferret Records. http://www.ferretstyle.com

Metallica in the news again | punkrockreviews.com

I thought this was to funny not to post. Last night I was watching Fuse Music TV's hit show IMX (11 PM EST), and they reported an unknown metal band released a false story that they were sued by Metallica. The story stated the band was sued for using the E and F chords for their songs. The funny part of the story came when numerous radio stations around the country reported this story as true.

Worship and Tribute | punkrockreviews.com

Tomorrow, June 29th, Dying Wish Records will release, "Bad Scene, Everyone's Fault: Jawbreaker Tribute." An 18-track collection of brand new Jawbreaker covers. Here is the complete tracklisting: Bigwig- Ashtray Monument Bayside- Chemistry Face to Face- The Boat Dreams From The Hill Name Taken- Want Duvall- Busy The Travoltas- Bad Scene, Everyone's Fault Riddlin Kids- Jinx Removing Counterfit- Million The Aeffect- Boxcar For Amusement Only- Shield Your Eyes Fall Out Boy- Save Your Generation The Reunion Show- Unlisted Track Sparta- Kiss The Bottle Nerf Herder- Chesterfield King Kill Your Idols- Do You Still Hate Me? The Gamits- I Love You So Much It's Killing Us Both Goodnight Bad Guy- Jet Black Bonus track: Jeff Ott (Fifteen)- Better Half

Catch 22 Still Rocking | punkrockreviews.com

After some downtime, and by some I mean a lot; Jersey ska/punkers Catch 22 are heading into the studio with Steve Evetts to record a brand spankin' new full-length.

Fabulous Disaster hit a Cinder Block in the road | punkrockreviews.com

Former lead vocalist of East Bay punk band Tilt, Cinder Block, is now the lead vocalist in Fabulous Disaster. Cinder's first show with the band was this past Thursday in San Francisco with Me First and the Gimme Gimmes. Cinder Block will also be penning lyrics for upcoming Fabulous Disaster tracks as well.

Back to School Tour Dates | punkrockreviews.com

http://www.Radiotakover.com has put together a back to school tour that you'd be stupid not to see; unless you're like me and don't live in one of these cities.Here are the tour dates for their Back to School Tour featuring Fall Out Boy, Acceptance, Spitalfield and Trouble Is. Aug-13 Ranch Bowl Entertainment Center Omaha, NE Aug-14 Tulagi's Boulder, CO Aug-17 Fat Tuesday's Concert Hall Spokane, WA Aug-18 Studio Seven Seattle, WA Aug-19 Meow Meow Portland, OR Aug-20 The Pound SF San Francisco, CA Aug-21 Troubadour Los Angeles, CA Aug-22 Old Krikorian Theater El Cajon, CA Aug-23 Chain Reaction Anaheim, CA Aug-24 Modified Phoenix, AZ Aug-24 scrappy's tucson, AZ Aug-26 Gypsy Tea Room Dallas, TX Aug-27 Stubb's BBQ Austin, TX Aug-29 Rock N Roll Pizza Jacksonville, FL Aug-30 The Social Orlando, FL Sep-02 Nanci Raygun Richmond, VA Sep-03 North Star Bar Philadelphia, PA Sep-04 Fletchers Baltimore, MD Sep-05 Krome South Amboy, NJ Sep-06 The Vault Port Jarvis, NY Sep-07 The Continental New York, NY Sep-08 House Of Blues Cambridge, MA Sep-09 empress Danbury, MA Sep-10 Showplace Theatre Buffalo, NY Sep-11 Planet 505 Syracuse, NY Sep-12 Agora Ballroom Cleveland, OH Sep-13 Small's Hamtramck, MI Sep-14 Charleroi VFW Charleroi, PA Sep-16 bob-a-rino's farmington, MO

Punk songs blamed in 17 Year Old's Suicide | punkrockreviews.com

Recently Jessie Kasper, a 17 year old female from Brisbane, Austrialia committed suicide; it has been reported she took her life shortly after listening to Blink 182's "Adam's Song," and Good Charlotte's "The Day That I Die." Kasper had written a suicide note to her parents, quoting lyrics from both songs. After reading the note, her parents were alarmed over the lyrics; believing that both songs promote suicide, but in fact "Adam's Song," condemns suicide. It was a song that was written about a teenager who had committed suicide as the band was writing material for their "Enema of the State" CD. For more info on this story, it the link below: http://gccirclepitt.com/magscans/suicidesong.jpg

Want more Dashboard? | punkrockreviews.com

Visit any Hot Topic location and pick up your Dashboard Confessional limited edition 10" picture disc featuring two songs from the forthcoming album "A Mark, A Mission, A Brand, A Scar", which is scheduled to hit stores on 8/12.

Soundscan results for the week ending 7/20/03 | punkrockreviews.com

Here are the ending totals for the week of 7/20/03: #29 Good Charlotte scanned 30,781 copies. #48 The All-American Rejects scanned 22,669 copies. #65 The Ataris scanned 16,544 copies. #69 Simple Plan scanned 15,712 copies. #82 AFI scanned 13,739 copies. #84 The Used (Maybe Memories) scanned 12,967 copies. #108 The Mars Volta scanned 9,626 copies. #138 Mest scanned 7,555 copies. #148 RX Bandits scanned 7,169 copies. #149 Poison the Well scanned 7,143 copies. #154 Brand New scanned 7,041. #157 Less Than Jake scanned 6,721 copies. #166 The Used's self-titled album scanned 6,526 copies. #183 Alkaline Trio scanned 5,732 copies. #189 Dropkick Murphys scanned 5,554 copies.

The Militia gets re-enforcements | punkrockreviews.com

The Militia Group have announced the signing of Big Collapse from Los Angeles, CA. Big Collapse consists of former members from New York-based hardcore bands such as Burn and Shift. Their debut full length, titled "Prototype," is set to be released on The Militia Group on October 7, 2003. Big Collapse is: Josh Louka - Vocals, Guitar Matt Kane - Guitar Gavin Van Vlack- Bass Guitar Kyle Stevenson - Drums

Preview The New Rancid LP | Bart

Rancid's long awaited new LP is almost here. To hold you over until the August 26th release date here are some links to audio streams provided kindly by our good friends at Cornerstone. "Fall Back Down" the first single: http://www.rancidrancid.com/qt-ref/rancid_fallbackdown_ref.mov “Back Up Against The Wall” http://rancidrancid.com/qt-ref/backupagainstthewall_ref.mov “Indestructible” http://rancidrancid.com/qt-ref/indestructible_ref.mov “Red Hot Moon” http://rancidrancid.com/qt-ref/redhotmoon_ref.mov