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The Business Return to U.S. for month-long tour

Feb 22

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The Business returns to the U.S. for a month-long tour with direct support from Downtown Struts.

(w/ The Downtown Struts)
Feb 24 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
Feb 25 Bremerton, WA @ The Charleston
Feb 26 Portland, OR @ Rotture
Feb 28 Sacramento, CA @ The Blue Lamp
Feb 29 San Francisco, CA @ Thee Parkside
Mar 1 Pomona, CA @ Characters
Mar 2 Anaheim, CA @ Juke Joint
Mar 3 San Diego, CA @ Shakedown Bar
Mar 4 Tempe, AZ @ Yucca Tap Room
Mar 6 Austin, TX @ The Mohawk, Patio
Mar 7 San Antonio, TX @ Korova
Mar 8 Dallas, TX @ LaGrange
Mar 9 Corpus, TX @ House of Rock
Mar 10 Houston, TX @ Walter’s
Mar 13 New Orleans, LA @ Siberia
Mar 15 Tampa, FL @ Orpheum
Mar 16 West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable St.
Mar 19 Savannah, GA @ The Jinx
Mar 20 Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506
Mar 21 Pittsburgh, PA @ Smiling Moose (Upstairs)
Mar 22 Fort Wayne, IN @ The Brass Rail
Mar 23 Lansing, MI @ Macs
Mar 24 Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge (without Downtown Struts)

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Frankenbok Tour

Feb 22

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TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT

Once again, Frankenbok embark on another string of shows, this time incorporating some of their favourite destinations – NEW ZEALAND! Thirteen more shows to support the release of the new album – THE END OF ALL YOU KNOW. So put ya best socks on, feed the dog, neck that last bottle and get ready for some boot skootin’ AUSSIE THRASHIN PUNK METAL!

 

DATES:
 FEB 24 – Newcastle (NSW)  @  Club LED
MAR 9 – Thornbury (VIC)  @  The Prague

MAR 10 – Geelong (VIC)  @  The Barwon Club

MAR 11 -  Melbourne (VIC)  @  The Cherry Bar
MAR 16 – Ballarat (VIC)  @  The Karova Lounge

MAR 30 – Bendigo (VIC)  @  The Newmarket Hotel

APR 12 – Auckland (NZ)  @  The Crowbar (w/Sinate)

APR 13 – Palmeston Nth (NZ)  @  Royal Hotel (w/Sinate)

APR 14 – Wellington (NZ)  @  Medusa Bar (w/Sinate)

APR 15 – Kapiti Coast (NZ)  @  The Village Inn (w/Sinate)

MAY 11 – Frankston (VIC)  @  Pier Live

MAY 25 – Maitland (NSW)  @  The Junkyard

MAY 26 – Canberra (ACT)  @  The Basement

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The City Calls New Video for Meet In The Middle

Feb 4

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The City Calls new music video ‘Meet In The Middle’ has just been released. Produced by the extremely talented Josh Partridge who has worked with such U.K. bands as ‘Sell Your Sky’

The band is also heading out on tour in February with Forever August and Malokai I’ve included the dates and details below.

15.02 London – The Good Ship
16.02 Nottingham – The Maze
17.02 Yeovil – Tabernacle Junction
19.02 Winchester – The Railway Inn

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REFUSED NOT F***ING DEAD

Jan 10

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Groundbreaking Band To Play Coachella and Way Out West Festival

The groundbreaking, highly influential Swedish hardcore band Refused have announced a series of shows scheduled for summer 2012. This is the band’s first appearance since their breakup in the late ‘90s and will include performances at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 13th and 20th and the Way Out West Festival in Sweden Aug 9-11.

Refused have released the following statement and the full statement can be found here:   www.officialrefused.com 

…It’s been a motley 14 years since our band came apart. We’ve all kept busy in our respective endeavors but we’ve all remained friends and kept in touch. There have been offers, and lots of jokes about these offers. We’ve sort of looked down from our high horses and made fun of people who’ve just wanted to share the psychopathic intensity that we would deliver on a nightly basis in our post-pubescent prime. A reunion has just seemed irrelevant to us. Too much other shit to do…

 …We never did “The Shape of Punk To Come” justice back when it came out, too tangled up in petty internal bickering to really focus on the job. And suddenly there’s this possibility to do it like it was intended. We wanna do it over, do it right. For the people who’ve kept the music alive through the years, but also for our own sakes…

Originally released in 1998, The Shape of Punk to Come  “blurred the lines that separate punk, metal and hardcore, while peppering this brutal fusion with bits of techno percussion, jazzy rhythmic change-ups and long, complex song structures that support politically-charged messages,” (CMJ,1998).  Refused’s most critically acclaimed and final album exploded on the scene with the jaw-dropping hardcore anthem “New Noise,” which helped change the game forever by influencing a range of genres to this day, which includes being named “Best New Re-issue” by Pitchfork.com in 2010.

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New Menzingers Release and Tour 2012

Jan 7

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THE MENZINGERS TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM

Band To Tour In Support Of Anticipated Epitaph Records Debut

Rising punk rock band The Menzingers create a rousing sound featuring crashing power chords, rock steady drumming and anthemic sing-along choruses alongside powerfully poetic everyman lyrics. The group is set to release their Epitaph Records debut album On The Impossible Past this February 21st. Fans are invited to pre-order the album by going to www.themenzingersstore.com.

On The Impossible Past was recorded at Atlas Studios in Chicago with longtime collaborators Matt Allison (Alkaline Trio, The Lawrence Arms) and Justin Yates. While the record retains all the raucous spirit of the band’s earlier efforts sonically, it’s a monumental step forward. “I think that ‘Gates’ is one of the most mature songs on the album,” guitarist/vocalist Tom May explains, referencing the tender rock song sung by Barnett that truly transcends genres. “I hope it surprises people because it’s not a straight-forward punk song with gang vocals or anything like that but it still definitely sounds like us.”
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SOCIAL DISTORTION TO PLAY 91X WREX THE HALLS

Nov 22

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Performing In Support of Hit Album Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes

Revered Southern California rock ‘n’ roll band Social Distortion will be performing at the upcoming “WreX The Halls” concert hosted by popular San Diego radio station 91X. The legendary band will be performing December 11th on night two, alongside Blink 182, Pennywise and more. The concert will take place in San Diego.
In addition, Social Distortion has added some North American dates for January and February with Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls and Sharks playing in support.
Southern California natives, Social Distortion pioneered a revamped rock ‘n’ roll sound merging outlaw country, classic punk and swaggering blues rock. The band’s latest album Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes has been the highest charting of their storied career with USA Today called the revered band “as intense as ever.”
To purchase tickets for Social Distortion at WreX The Halls, just go to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2C00475BC72F4C0F

Social Distortion Tour Dates

w. Chuck Ragan & Suedehead*
w. Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls and Sharks ^

Nov. 23 – Buffalo, NY – The Town Ballroom *
Nov. 25 – Louisville, KY – Expo 5 *
Nov. 26 – Toledo, OH – The Omni *
Nov. 27 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Orbit Room *
Nov. 29 – Madison, WI – Orpheum Theatre *
Dec. 02 – Denver, CO – Odgen Theatre *
Dec. 03 – Denver, CO – Odgen Theatre * SOLD OUT
Dec. 04 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre * SOLD OUT

Dec. 10 – Los Angeles, CA – KROQ ALMOST ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS @ Gibson Amphitheatre SOLD OUT
Dec. 11 – San Diego, CA – 91X WREX THE HALLS @ Valley View Casino Center
Dec. 16 – Santa Monica, CA – Gary Tovar’s GV 30 @ Santa Monica Civic Auditorium SOLD OUT

Jan. 27 – Las Vegas, NV – The Joint @ Hard Rock Hotel ^
Jan. 31 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater ^
Feb. 01 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre ^
Feb. 03 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theater ^
Feb. 06 – Reno, NV – Knitting Factory ^
Feb. 09 – Santa Cruz, CA – Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium ^
Feb. 10 – Oakland, CA – Fox Theater ^
Feb. 13 – Chico, CA – Senator Theater ^
Feb. 14 – Modesto, CA – Modesto Center Plaza ^
Feb. 16 – Ventura, CA – Majestic Ventura Theatre ^

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Cold Blue Rebels – Zombie Love

Oct 27

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COLD BLUE REBELS US TOUR DATES (w/ The Rocketz)

10/19 – Coaster’s Bar & Grill (Ft. Walton Beach, FL)
10/20 – Durty Nelly’s – (Gainesville, FL)
10/21 – Unofficial Rev. Hort Heat After Party – Goon’s Alley (St. Petersburg, FL)
10/22 – The Monterey Club – (Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
10/23 – TBA (Orlando, FL)
10/24 – TBA
10/25 – The Mill – (North Charleston, SC)
10/26 – Black Cat Lounge – (Fayetteville, NC)
10/27 – 37th & Zen – (Norfolk, VA)
10/28 – J.B. McGuinnes Pub and Grille – (Newcastle, DE)
10/29 – Kustom Kreepfest – Europa (Brooklyn, NY)
10/30 – Roxy and Dukes – (Dunellen, NJ)
10/31 – TBA
11/1 – TBA
11/2 – 3rd and Walnut Bar (Lansdale, PA)
11/3 – Boondocks Club (York Haven, PA)
11/4 – The Shrunken Head (Columbus, OH)
11/5 – Annabelle’s Bar & Lounge (Akron, OH)
11/6 – The Underground Lounge (Chicago, IL)
11/7 – TBA
11/8 – The Bomb Shelter (Milwaukee, WI)
11/9 – Southgate House (Newport, KY)
11/10 – 3rd St. Dive – (Louisville, KY)
11/11 – Lindbergs – (Springfield, MO)
11/12 – Blackthorn Pub (Joplin, MO)
11/13 – Rogue Pizza Company (Fayetteville, AR)
11/14 – Downtown Lounge (Tulsa, OK)
11/15 – TBA
11/16 – TBA (Amarillo, TX)
11/17 – The Gasworks (Albuquerque, NM)
11/18 – Cinnabar Nightclub – (Flagstaff, AZ)
11/19 – Webers – (Reseda, CA) w/ Koffin Kats & The Rocketz

Upcoming So Cal Dates:

12/2 – Webers – (Reseda, CA)
12/3 – Happy’s / Dee’s B’Day Party (Chino Hills, CA)

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Vandaveer – September/October Tour

Oct 19

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Thursday, October 20th
Melissa Ferrick w/ Vandaveer
Brick by Brick
1130 Buenos Ave.
San Diego, CA
8:00 PM / All Ages / Tickets: $15

September / October Tour Dates:

9/15 – Arlington, VA – IOTA Club & Cafe *
9/16 – Baltimore, MD – The Metro Gallery *
9/17 – Staunton, VA – The Mockingbird Cafe *
9/18 – Takoma Park, MD – Tree House Concerts *
9/21 – Annapolis, MD – Ram’s Head #
9/23 – Roanoke, VA – Kirk Ave. Music Hall
9/24 – Cincinnati, OH – MidPointMusicFest (MOTR Pub)
9/25 – Chicago, IL – TBA
9/27 – Toledo, OH – Ottawa Tavern *
9/28 – Columbus, OH – TBA
9/29 – Dayton, OH – Southpark Tavern *
9/30 – Canton, OH – The Auricle *
10/1 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Brillobox *
10/2 – Morgantown, WV – Mountain Stage @ WVU Creative Arts Center %
10/14 – Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall %
10/15 – Lexington, KY – Natasha’s
10/17 – Berkeley, CA – Freight and Salvage+
10/19 – Los Angeles, CA – Hotel Cafe+
10/20 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick+
10/21 – Fresno, CA – Fulton 55
10/22 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom+
10/23 – Flagstaff, AZ – Coconino Center for the Arts+
10/25 – Albuquerque, NM – Low Spirits+
10/27 – Austin, TX – Stubb’s Bar-BQ+
10/28 – Houston, TX – Fitzgerald’s+
10/29 – Dallas, TX – Poor David’s Pub+

* w/ Sean Rowe
# w/ Tristan Prettyman
% w/ Ben Sollee
+ w/ Melissa Ferrick

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ANDREW JACKSON JIHAD TO RELEASE “KNIFE MAN” IN SEPTEMBER

Jul 28

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July 28, 2011 – Los Angeles, CA – Andrew Jackson Jihad have announced the release of their fourth studio album, Knife Man, on September 20 via Asian Man Records.  The band has debuted a new track, “Hate, Rain on me,” today exclusively at Altpress.com:

http://www.altpress.com/features/entry/exclusive_stream_andrew_jackson_jihads_hate_rain_on_me/

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Nekromantix – New Release and Tour

May 26

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NEKROMANTIX UNLEASH “WHAT HAPPENS IN HELL, STAYS IN HELL” AUG 2nd

North American Tour Begins July 26th/VIP Packages Available May 26th
Revered psychobilly trio Nekromantix have emerged from the depths of isolation to unleash their latest sonic creation, a monstrous slab of demonic rock and roll entitled “What Happens In Hell, Stays In Hell.” This dangerously hypnotic album careens into stores on August 2, 2011 via Hellcat Records and includes thirteen songs of blistering death defying rock. In anticipation, the band will be offering special VIP Packages to their most dedicated fans on May 26th through the website below.

Led by charismatic rock and roll rebel Kim Nekroman and his legendary coffin bass, the Nekromantix have emerged as preeminent purveyors of a powerful and haunting psychobilly sound, an intoxicating mixture of surging anthemic punk and seductive reverb soaked rockabilly. The new record What Happens In Hell, Stays In Hell offers up frantic energetic romps like lead off track “Bats In My Pants,” the riotous revelry moves along with the ominous anthem “Sleepwalker With A Gun,” followed by a tribute to the immortal Hollywood horror legend with “Bela Lugosi’s Star.”

In support of the new album, Nekromantix will be loading up their hot-rod hearse to blaze across North America, igniting the festivities with a performance in the scorched desert landscape of Southern California on July 26th.

The band will also be offering special presale VIP packages for their most dedicated fans. These packages will include:

- A CD copy of What Happens In Hell, Stays In Hell
- One general admission ticket
- Access to meet & greet Nekromantix
- One Nekromantix 3D Laminate
- An autographed Nekromantix tour poster
- Anyone who pre-orders tickets and the VIP package or tickets and CD will get a free       download of “Bats In My Pants”
- VIP packages are limited 30 per market

Purchase presale tickets for the tour at:  http://tixx1.artistarena.com/nekromantix

Nekromantix Tour Dates:

TUE, JUL 26, 2011 VICTORVILLE CA VVEC
WED, JUL 27, 2011 SAN LUIS OBISPO CA Downtown Brew
THU, JUL 28, 2011 SANTA CRUZ CA The Catalyst- The AtriumRoom
FRI, JUL 29, 2011 OAKLAND CA Oakland Metro Operahouse
SAT, JUL 30, 2011 SACRAMENTO CA Ace of Spades
SUN, JUL 31, 2011 RENO NV Knitting Factory – Reno
TUE, AUG 2, 2011 SEATTLE WA El Corazon
WED, AUG 3, 2011 PORTLAND OR Hawthorne Theater
TUE, AUG 9, 2011 BOISE ID Knitting Factory
WED, AUG 10, 2011 SALT LAKE CITY UT The Complex- Grand Room
THU, AUG 11, 2011 LAS VEGAS NV House of Blues – Las Vegas
FRI, AUG 12, 2011 LOS ANGELES CA House of Blues Los Angeles
SAT, AUG 13, 2011 SAN DIEGO CA Epicenter
SUN, AUG 14, 2011 SANTA ANA CA Yost Theater
WED, AUG 24, 2011 TUCSON AZ The Rock
THU, AUG 25, 2011 EL PASO TX Badland Billiards
FRI, AUG 26, 2011 AUSTIN TX Red Seven
SAT, AUG 27, 2011 CORPUS CHRISTI TX Theo’s
SUN, AUG 28, 2011 SAN ANTONIO TX , White Rabbit
TUE, AUG 30, 2011 DALLAS TX LaGrange
WED, AUG 31, 2011 HOUSTON TX Warehouse Live
THU, SEP 1, 2011 NEW ORLEANS LA House Of Blues NO-Parish
FRI, SEP 2, 2011 PENSACOLA FL Vinyl Music Hall
SUN, SEP 4, 2011 TAMPA FL The Local 662
TUE, SEP 6, 2011 ORLANDO FL The Social
WED, SEP 7, 2011 JACKSONVIILLE FL Jack Rabbits
THU, SEP 8, 2011 GREENSBORO NC Green Street
FRI, SEP 9, 2011 VIRGINIA BEACH VA Jewish Mother
SAT, SEP 10, 2011 BALTIMORE MD Otto Bar
SUN, SEP 11, 2011 WEST CHESTER PA The Note- West Chester
TUE, SEP 13, 2011 NEW YORK NY The Lounge @ Gramercy
WED, SEP 14, 2011 ASBURY PARK NJ Asbury Lanes
THU, SEP 15, 2011 ALLSTON MA Great Scott
TUE, SEP 20, 2011 CLEVELAND OH Beachland Ballroom
WED, SEP 21, 2011 DETROIT MI Small’s
THU, SEP 22, 2011 NEWPORT KY The Southgate House
FRI, SEP 23, 2011 CHICAGO IL Reggies Rock Club
SUN, SEP 25, 2011 DES MOINES IA House Of Bricks
MON, SEP 26, 2011 ST. LOUIS MO Firebird
WED, SEP 28, 2011 DENVER CO Bluebird Theater
THU, SEP 29, 2011 ALBUQUERQUE NM Launchpad
FRI, SEP 30, 2011 TEMPE AZ Club House

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