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As Cities Burn Debuts On Billboard 200
Releasing their third studio project on Tooth & Nail Records last week, As Cities Burn broke into the Billboard Top 200 at No. 109 selling more than 4600 units of "Hell or High Water." The album takes the sound of Come Now Sleep (2007) and strips it even barer instrumentally, while breathing a more reflective take on the music scene ("Errand Rum") love ("Lady Blue") and an artistically blunt finale that passes the torch to other great acts ("Capover"). With "Hell or High Water," the band has created a brutally honest and musically progressive record that wise listeners will surely be discussing about amongst themselves. As Cities Burn hails from Louisiana and includes Cody Bonnette (vocals, guitar), Christopher Lott (guitar), Colin Kimble (bass) and Aaron Lunsford -(drums). The band formed in 2002 and have released two projects on Solid State/ Tooth & Nail Records: "Son, I Loved You at Your Darkest" (2005); "Come Now, Sleep" (2007). The band has toured with Emery, So Long Forgotten and Jonezetta.
For more information on As Cities Burn, visit:
myspace.com/ascitiesburn




New Bad Featuring Former Members of Still Remains and The Showdown
Say Hello to JULEUS, a new West Michigan rock group featuring Mike Church from Roadrunner Artist STILL REMAINS, and AJ Barrette from Solid State artist THE SHOWDOWN. Rounded out by Ben Allen (dissonant), Luke Galas (the orphan), and Austin Poel (broken sunday), JULEUS is primed and ready to be the breakout rock sensation of 2009! Armed with the very best rock, metal, and pop musicians Grand Rapids has to offer, JULEUS has been a tireless workhorse of studio work for the past year. Over the past 10 months the band has written songs with influences ranging from Muse, Alice n Chains, and Thrice. Juleus are trying to prove that the sincerity of five friends destined to be in a band together, can create music free from limitations or boundaries. That is Juleus. JULEUS are now ready to release themselves to the world, beginning with the launch of their Myspace and facebook pages on May 1st. They are planning on releasing a new demo song for online streaming every other week all summer long, in addition to a series of video webisodes on weeks without song postings. JULEUS are currently in the live room prepping for their live debut, a pair of local shows in Grand Rapids this June, with plans for more extensive touring to come.
Upcoming Shows:
5/26- Grand Rapids, MI
6/6– Grand Rapids, MI
6/19- Grand Rapids, MI
For more information on this new band, visit:
Youtube.com/juleusrock




Brian "Head" Welch To Do Solo Tour
It’s the announcement his fans have been waiting for: BRIAN “HEAD” WELCH will launch his first solo U.S. tour in support of his debut album, SAVE ME FROM MYSELF, which was released September 9 on his Driven Music Group label. With a new band at his side--Scott Von Heldt (guitars), Ralph Patlan (guitars), Michael Valentine (bass), Dan Johnson (drums), Brian Ruedy (keyboards/programming)—HEAD will embark on a brief tour starting May 14 in Colorado Springs, before hitting the road for a major trek in the coming months. Later this summer, he’ll be appearing on the main stage at the Cornerstone Festival in Bushnell, IL on July 2, and in Las Vegas at the 20,000 seat Thomas & Mack Arena in August (exact date and billing to be announced May 1). More tour dates will be announced in the coming weeks. HEAD is very excited about hitting the tour circuit again, exclaiming, “me and my band just played our first warm up show...totally insane! I have no doubt that I’m doing what I was born to do--musically and spiritually. We can't wait to get out there this summer and play tons of shows--from small clubs to huge arenas--it's all good to me because I haven't been on stage in over 4 years. Me and the guys are ready to kill it this summer!” SAVE ME FROM MYSELF, had blistering sales its first week, making its debut on Billboard‘s “Top Hard Rock Albums” chart at #13, #7 on Billboard’s “Top Independent Albums” chart and #21 on SoundScan’s “Top Current Rock Albums” chart. Overall, against all genres, including new releases and catalogue, Head’s album debuted on Billboard’s “Top 200 Albums” chart at # 63.
Tour Dates:
5/14- Colorado Springs, CO
5/16- Farmington, NM
5/18- Lubbock, TX
5/19- Dallas, TX
5/21- San Antonio, TX
5/22- Tomball, TX
5/23- Abilene, TX




Sancrosanct Records Signs The Rose Hill
Formerly known as "The Epidemic", Ohio's The Rose Hill is the latest signing by hardcore and metal label Sancrosanct Records. Bringing both a female vocalist and a keytar to the mix, The Rose Hill combines modern hard rock groove with old school hardcore roots. The band is expected to enter the studio soon, with their label debut to be announced this summer. A band favorite of Sancrosanct front runners "The Burial", guitarist Todd Hatfield states "I honestly think they're gonna be huge. They have something special going on that a lot of bands don't have, both with these huge breakdowns and even a passion for worship." Adds bassist Jake Neece: "Freakin Awesome". The Rose Hill will be appearing at the 2009 Cornerstone Festival as well as other events this summer.
For more info on the band, please visit:
myspace.com/therosehill




Win A Chance To Be On Austrian Death Machine's New Album
Tim Lambesis, the mastermind behind the most brutal Ahhnold band ever, is hard at work not only touring with his band AS I LAY DYING but preparing songs for the next AUSTRIAN DEATH MACHINE album Double Brutal due out early fall Doom-thousand and nine (that's 2009 for anyone who doesn't get puns). Anyone who tries to deny the plain and simple fact that ADM IS the most brutal Arnie band out there will be thrown out of the Martian mines on Mars and Ahhnold will so not start the reactor to save your pathetic life no matter what Kuato says leaving you to choke to death just before your face explodes. Anyway, here is a message from Tim Lambesis via the AUSTRIAN DEATH MACHINE MySpace page to fans of the band and those who think they can do a better Arnie impersonation. “I was just searching the web for all things Arnold like I often do, and I came up with an idea based on these videos I posted. I'd love to see some people submit their impersonations with links to videos or audio recording. Whoever has the best impersonation can do a track with me on the new Austrian Death Machine record I'm working on right now. To be honest, I don't think anyone out there can do a better impersonation than Josh Robert Thompson, so don't compare yourself to him. Just do the best you can and have fun…I mean brutal fun of course!” Send your video via a post to the following blog




Impending Doom Releases New Video
Impending Doom have premiered the video for More Than Conquerors on MySpace Metal. An intense live performance video directed by Robby Starbuck (A Static Lullaby, A Skylit Drive) the video shows the band shoulder to shoulder with an audience of kids headbanging and losing their mind. Bassist David Sittig explained the genesis of the video “We had a contest where the first 150 kids to respond to our post could be part of our video. We performed on the same level as the kids with no barriers as we wanted a real intense, in your face show.” The band’s new album The Serpent Servant (Facedown Records) has reached scans of 9,000 in three weeks scanning over 4,200 copies in the first week. The band were supposed to do a headlining Mexican run this which has been cancelled due to the Swine Flu. Sittig commented “Apparently a bunch of the venues have been temporarily closed for quarantine. We intend to return to Mexico at some point in the summer and send our best wishes to our fans over there.”




Strike First Presents: THROUGH SOLACE
Through Solace has been climbing the DIY ladder in their native South Wales since 2005, and doing it the old fashioned way has paid off for the 5 piece from Newport & Barry. After self-releasing their first EPAn Innocent Confession and booking tours and festivals throughout UK and Europe to promote it, they caught the eyes of labels and zines alike. Establishing their potential early on and benefitting from a steadfast integrity, Through Solace's sound has since matured into a more intelligent, melodic and technical brand of hardcore. In 2007 they signed their first deal and released The Stand which ultimately brought their sound to the US and into the hands of Strike First Records. The Stand has garnered many accolades for Through Solace, being touted as "one of the most assured, exciting proponents of metalcore in the UK at the moment" and "sure-fire potential stars of the future." Their sound has been described as "powerful and effortlessly crushing...absolutely colossal."
For more information, go here:
myspace.com/throughsolace




The Chariot News
The Chariot's new album, Wars and Rumors of Wars, was released on Tuesday, May 5th. They have also released a video for their song "Daggers!" which is viewable here.
For more information, go here:
myspace.com/thechariot




The Devil Wears Prada's New Album Out Now
Hot on the heels of the band’s sold out headlining run on the Sweet Brag Tour, The Devil Wears Prada’s highly anticipated Ferret Music debut With Roots Above and Branches Below is in stores and online everywhere NOW. The album is available online here and available digitally on iTunes. Keep your receipt! The band is launching a contest today for a chance to win tickets for Warped Tour and a tailgate party with the band. Details for the contest can be found here.




Mae To Release EPs For Charity
The American rock group MAE--DAVE ELKINS (lead vocals/guitars), JACOB MARSHALL (drums) and ZACH GEHRING (guitar)--have announced they’ll release (M) ORNING, (A)FTERNOON and (E)VENING, a collection of EP’s April through December 2009 on Cell Records. MAE has committed to offer 100% of the proceeds from the digital sales of (M)ORNING, (A)FTERNOON and (E)VENING to fund humanitarian and charitable projects. Each month, MAE is offering a song as a digital download and all songs can be purchased for a minimum donation of $1 on whatismae.com. “From the beginning MAE has been about making music and using our voice to help serve as a bridge to connect people and build community,” explains drummer JACOB MARSHALL. “For the entirety of 2009, our desire is to be the change we want to see in the world.” Since January, MAE has raised over $35,406.60. The group has partnered with their local Habitat for Humanity in Newport News, VA to build a house for Rhonda Floyd, a local resident in need of a home. In touring news, fans can expect to hear many of the new songs from the (M) ORNING, (A)FTERNOON and (E)VENING EP collection now, as MAE is currently in the midst of a U.S. headlining tour with Person L, Barcelona and Tokyo (see full itinerary below). The (M)ORNING, (A)FTERNOON and (E)VENING EP collection marks the group’s first release since their critically acclaimed album Singularity (2007).




Creed Reunites
Creed, one of the most successful rock bands of the past decade, has announced all four of the original band members are back together for a summer tour and new album. Since their formation, Creed has sold close to thirty-five million albums and millions of concert tickets. The songwriting team of Stapp and Tremonti are considered one of the most prolific in rock history. Their collaborations delivered numerous chart-topping records that are a testament to the enormity and success of Creed. The band was the first act to have seven consecutive number one rock radio singles, four of which came off of the debut album. Their third album, Weathered, tied The Beatles Anthology, for the most consecutive weeks at Number One on Billboard's Top 200 chart (eight weeks since the beginning of the SoundScan era (1991). The band's debut, My Own Prison, was released on August 26, 1997 and has sold over six million copies in the U.S. The follow-up, Human Clay, was distributed on September 28, 1999 and certified Diamond for sales in excess of 11 million copies. The band's last studio album, Weathered, was released on November 20, 2001 and sold six million plus. In November 2004, Creed Greatest Hits was released, and has sold two million copies. The band was voted Favorite Group in 2003 on the People's Choice Awards and won numerous American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards and others including the Grammy Award for best Rock Song in 2001 for With Arms Wide Open. On reuniting, guitarist Mark Tremonti stated, "We're all very excited to reconnect with our fans and each other after six long years." Drummer Scott Phillips added, "Our career as Creed came to a very abrupt and unforeseen ending. After reflecting on some of the greatest personal and professional moments of our lives, we've come to realize that we are still very capable of continuing that career and our friendship on a grander scale than ever before." Bassist Brian Marshall continues, "This is a development we are all happy about. It has been a long time since the four of us have taken the stage together, and without hesitation or reservation this is something all of us are in to. The anticipation to get back out there is electrifying. Singer Scott Stapp concluded, "Its amazing how life can change and bring you full circle. Time gave us all a chance to reflect, grow and gain a deeper appreciation of our friendships, artistic chemistry, passion for music, and sincere love for our fans! It's rare in life to get a second chance to make a first impression and we embrace the opportunity. We all believe the BEST IS YET TO COME!" The band has also teamed with I Love All Access to provide a variety of VIP ticket packages for the tour, including premium seats, meet and greets, photo ops, parties and more.




Peter Case Benefit Brings Out The Love
Master of ceremonies T-Bone Burnett invited comic Eric Idle, singer Katie Melua and folk rock legend Richard Thompson, among other surprise guests, to the stage on Sunday night at McCabe's in Santa Monica. The occasion was the final night in a series of three sold-out shows benefiting Peter Case, the singer-songwriter-producer whose emergency open-heart surgery left him sidelined in January. Burnett's Sunday night revue also featured Joe Henry, Sam Phillips, Syd Straw, Bob Neuwirth, Carla Olson, Geoff Muldaur, and Case's former bandmates, the Plimsouls, as well as Case himself who performed "A Million Miles Away" accompanied by the Section String Quartet and "Oldest Story in the World" with the Plimsouls. Other weekend highlights included Friday's headline appearance by Loudon Wainwright III; he coaxed Case onstage to perform his signature arrangement of Blind Willie McTell's "Broke Down Engine Blues." Van Dyke Parks invited singer Inara George to join him, while Phranc, the All American Jewish Lesbian Folksinger, dedicated her song "I Like You" to Case, and turned her sing-a-long anthem "Live Lover" into "I'm a Peter Case Lover," especially for the occasion. Saturday night's show was a gathering of old friends: Dave Alvin performed Case's "On My Way Downtown" while telling stories of the days before he and Case graduated from their bands the Blasters and Plimsouls to become the award-winning and esteemed songwriters they are today. Case pals Stan Ridgway, Ron Franklin and performance artist the Dark Bob turned in startlingly different and sublime sets of their own. "I'm feeling great and am amazed and humbled by the extraordinary turnout," said Case on Monday morning. In 1984, Case made his debut as a solo artist at McCabe's; in February he was set to celebrate 25 years of performing there. But just as he was preparing to leave for a European tour in January, he was hospitalized. It was following an attempt at angioplasty that he received emergency bypass surgery. As one of the nearly 47 million Americans who remain uninsured, Case's incoming hospital bills and aftercare costs remained unresolved. However, all proceeds from the Hidden Love Benefit Concerts will contribute tremendously toward reducing those costs. In addition to the concert, Peter's friends, fans and fellow artists have established the Hidden Love Fund to help further alleviate the burden of his medical expenses.
For more information or to make a donation to the fund, visit:
hiddenlovemedicalrelief.com






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