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'Soul Sign' Release their Debut Album

Soul Sign, consisting of Bjorn Englen (Y. Malmsteen, T. MacAlpine) - bass, Michael Olivieri (Leatherwolf) - vocals, Mike Taylor (R. McAuley) - drums and Rob Math (Player) - guitar, released their long awaited album "Life In The Dark" on August 3rd via iTunes. A physical release is scheduled for release through Grand Mercy Records on October 1st.

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/life-in-the-dark/id454235934

The press describes the album as "song oriented, melodic modern and classic rock and metal with heavy grooves and strong, harmonized choruses" while the band simply describes it as "heavy, melodic music that will touch your soul!"

Here's the official video of the first single "Sign Of Your Soul"!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDph7e_YYMM

 

hit the UK & Europe.

A 5 piece featuring the legendaryChris Holmes (Guitar, ex-WASP), Stet Howland (Drums,ex-WASP), Steve Unger (Bass, ex-Metal Church) Ira Black (Guitar, ex-Heathen, Metal Church & Lizzy Borden) & Rich Lewis (Lead Vocals, ex-Animal)

They will be hanging out with the fans and doing 'Meet and Greets' at the gigs so be sure to bring your camera and anything you want signing! (There's none of that pay to meet us bullsh*t here as they love their fans)

Dates are as follows:

Aug. 26th Untouchables Jevnaker Norway
Aug. 27th Alcatraz Festival Belgium
Aug. 28th TBA Germany
Aug. 29th Rockcity Switzerland
Aug. 30th The Underworld London UK
Aug. 31st The Diamond Sutton In Ashfield UK
Sept. 1st Yardbirds Club Grimsby UK
Sept. 2nd Sleazy Weekend, Elm street Oslo, Norway
Sept. 3rd Backstage Rockbar Trollhattan, Sweden

 

- 2011 TOUR DATES ARE GO!
CONFIRMED LIVE DATES FOR 2011..
Tigertailz are pleased to announce their first Live dates for 2011 - plus their first multi-date UK tour since 2007.

With the 'Bezerk Live - Burnin' Fuel' live album available from January on TT/Cargo Records and from their website, and new material being written as we speak, Tigertailz are preparing to go back on the road.

Confirmed Live dates for 2011 as follows:

SPAIN
Sat 19 March - Ritmo y Compas, Madrid - www.metaltripshop.com/index.php?a=16

ITALY
Sunday 3 April, Glam Fest, Estragon, Bologna - www.myspace.com/bolognarockcity

UK
Friday 13 May - Birmingham HMV Temple, UK - www.hmvinstitute.com
Saturday 14 May - London Underworld, UK - www.theunderworldcamden.co.uk
Sunday 15 May - Manchester Moho Live, UK - www.moholive.com
Wednesday 18 May - Sheffield Academy 2, UK - www.o2academyshef field.co.uk
Thursday 19 May - Newcastle Academy 2, UK - www.o2academynewcastle.co.uk
Friday 20 May - Glasgow Cathouse, UK - www.triplegmusic.com

* please note that a further UK date may be added on Saturday 21 May - TBC
* support on all UK dates comes from Spit Like This.

NEW DRUMMER FOR TIGERTAILZ

(Direct from that new Drummer via Tigertailz Website)

Tigertailz are delighted to announce that ROBIN GUY will be joining the band on drums for the next run of shows.

It's too soon to say whether this will become a permanent arrangement - but we wanted to give you an update on the present situation as soon as practicable.

We held lengthy auditions with Robin over the weekend and - what can we say - he's a force of nature, an absolutely astounding talent that will surely take our sound to a whole new level. We played songs from all the main Tigertailz studio albums and despite the fact that it was hotter than a sauna in that practice room, it all sounded amazing!

Robin's CV is breathtaking and reads like a rock n'roll who's who. He spent five years performing and recording with Rachel Stamp, and since then has played with Bruce Dickinson, Faith No More, Dee Snider, Lars Frederiksen (Rancid), Joss Stone, Casey Chaos (Amen) and most recently GMT (featuring Bernie Torme and John McCoy).

Obviously what any band wants in the long-term is stability, but with some big shows coming up very soon, an equal and immediate priority is to get ourselves not only ready but - if possible - better than we've ever been before. With Robin behind the kit, that's a very real possibility. Where it goes from there we will see - but Robin's up for it, we're up for it, so let's 'ave it!

 

NEW GLOBAL ONLINE TALENT CONTEST FOR UNSIGNED ARTISTS

With only weeks until the new series of X Factor hits our screens, a new global online talent contest has been launched which aims to give hope to the millions of wannabe singers and artists that have not made it past Simon Cowell and co. Instant Fame and Wealth offers cash prizes to music clips that attract the most votes on Payperclip, a self-service online recording label.

Payperclip, which launched two years ago, allows any artist to upload and to sell their music and video direct to a global audience without need for a recording contract or other endorsement.

Commenting on the launch of the contest, Payperclip CEO, Paul Taylor, noted, “Over 99% of all musicians and artists remain unsigned and find it virtually impossible to promote themselves – profitably - to a global audience. And of course, we’re all familiar now with the scenes of tens of thousands queuing for a chance of appearing on the X Factor. This contest will cut through all of that by allowing users to promote themselves with the possibility of winning some real cash”.

Taylor continued, “Payperclip is aimed at providing those hopefuls with a means by which they can not only distribute their music globally, but can also sell it commission free. The old days of relying upon a recording contract may soon be a thing of the past”.

The site also allows individuals to sell video content as well. “We wanted to evolve the market created by YouTube into something which also offers commercial return for the user”, says Taylor. “By allowing people or companies to sell their video content, the site is opening a new stream of commercial possibilities for the phenomenal video-making community that YouTube has created. Think YouTube meets eBay”.

The site can be found at www.thepayperclip.com.

For more information, please contact Payperclip at admin@thepayperclip.com or on +44 7718 923252.

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ABOUT PAYPERCLIP

Payperclip is the first online self-service recording label. Payperclip allows users to buy and sell their own music and video online. The site launched in 2008 and can be found at www.thepayperclip.com.

 

TOKYO BLADE are back !!!

Info direct from Joe Bear DeVito - Head of Strange Brew Concerts

Tokyo Blade have signed to the Agency Strange Brew Concerts located in the Tampa Bay, FL. area who have agreed to become the bands' new management team. They are very excited. The band is heading for the studio to record their first CD in many years with a tour targeted for later in the summer for the US.

ROCK ON!

 

 

'Nowhere Boy' will be out in May on DVD & Blu-Ray - The Biopic about the early life of John Lennon

For immediate release, London, England - Icon Home Entertainment today announced the May 10th DVD and Blu-ray release of Sam Taylor-Wood’s critically acclaimed rock and roll John Lennon film biopic "Nowhere Boy".

"Nowhere Boy" perfectly captures the essence of John Lennon’s teenage years and his introduction to music – from first band The Quarrymen - to his early relationship with Paul McCartney and George Harrison, all of which culminates in the formation of The Beatles and their historic trip to Hamburg.

Featuring a screenplay from Matt Greenhalgh (Joy Division biopic "Control"), "Nowhere Boy" boasts a wealth of British talent, including a career-defining performance from Aaron Johnson (Kick Ass) as the young John Lennon, plus outstanding BAFTA nominated Best Supporting Actress performances from Kristin Scott Thomas as Aunt Mimi and Anne Marie Duff as Lennon’s mother Julia. The DVD and Blu-ray release of “Nowhere Boy” is jam-packed with a dazzling array of bonus features; including director’s audio commentary, extended interviews, deleted scenes and several exclusive featurettes, including “Lennon’s Liverpool” and “The Re-creation of the Quarrymen”.

Phoenix Rises From The Ashes of Argent

11/23/2009 - Philadelphia, PA - one of rock's lost classic band's Phoenix, featuring ex-Argent members John Verity, Bob Henrit and Jim Rodford, rises once again with a CD release by premier reissue label Renaissance Records, in conjunction with itsaboutmusic.com. A power trio with a style akin to Grand Funk, Boston, Starcastle and Argent, the short-lived band released two critically acclaimed albums 'Phoenix' and 'In Full View'. Both albums have been painstakingly remastered from the master tapes to insure ultimate sound quality, making this the definitive CD reissue (both albums are available on one CD).

In 1973 Rod Argent was looking for new lead vocalist for Argent following the departure of Russ Ballard. John Verity eventually joined Argent later that year and there followed a period of intense recording and touring until the band decided to retire from the road in 1976. It was during Argent's final tour of America that lead vocalist/ guitarist John Verity, drummer Bob Henrit, and bassist Jim Rodford decided to form a new band. The Argent split was amicable and out of its ashes arose Phoenix. A management deal was struck with Trident in London, who also had a studio in London's West End where many major artists recorded, including The Beatles. "Our intrepid 'Power Trio' was very soon burning the midnight oil, recording tracks for their first album; now under the watchful eye of CBS Records," recalled Verity.

The new band was orginally to be called 'H.R.V' - Henrit, Rodford, Verity. The album title was to be along the lines of: 'HRV like a Phoenix rising from the ashes of Argent' but the record company and the media soon latched onto the name 'Phoenix' so the band quickly changed the name. The album was released in 1976 and the band was soon touring Europe as special guests to headliners 'Aerosmith'. A second album recorded for CBS remains unreleased although a couple of singles, including a version of 'Time of the Season', were issued. 'In Full View' was the third and final Phoenix album recorded for Charisma Records without Jim Rodford who had left to join The Kinks. At this time the band also recorded a number of Russ Ballard songs including the original version of 'I Surrender', which subsequently became a hit for Rainbow.

Phoenix eventually turned into the band Charlie for one album on RCA records: 'Good Morning America' before Bob joined Jim in The Kinks and John Verity turned to record production and working on a solo album: 'Interrupted Journey' which featured Bob Henrit on drums. Never far apart, the pair were soon working together playing heavy blues/rock as the John Verity Band. Since then, in addition to his work with the Band, John has been gigging and working in recording studios throughout the world, producing, playing guitar, or singing with acts including Motorhead, Tank, Ringo Starr, Russ Ballard, Colin Blunstone, Mike Berry, Dave Berry, Brian Connolly, John Parr, John Coghlan, The Searchers, Mike Rutherford (of Genesis), Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, Zombies, and Michael Schenker - just to mention a few...

Phoenix - s/t and 'In Full View' CD will be available from Amazon, iTunes and your local retailer on November 10th. Other titles scheduled for release by Renaissance Records includes Graham Parker & The Rumour 'Live In San Francisco 1979', Network - s/t and 'Nightwork', Fran King 'My Sweet Elixir', City Boy 'It's Personal', Duke Jupiter - 'White Knucle Ride', Unicorn - 'Blue Pine Trees', 'Too Many Crooks' (prod. by David Gilmour), Nick Gravenites 'Bluestar' and Roxy Music 'Manifesto Alive' (live 1979).

 

Wim den Boer July 10, 1965 ~ September 3, 2009

It is with great sadness that we have to announce that Wim den Boer, bassist with The Cotton Soeterboek Band, passed away September 3, 2009 from a heart attack. Wim den Boer was a gifted musician, performer and a consummate bass player. Wim started his career in Reinforced Concrete and later on in Aggressor. He was one of the founding members of Abyss and later joined Jeff & Co, with whom he recorded several successful albums for in Holland.

Wim joined The Cotton Soeterboek Band in 2006, as well as playing with Silver Dollar and Four 4 The Road. Statement from the band: "Words are not enough to describe the loss we feel with Wim's passing. He was so happy with the recent birth's of Amy and Daisy, spending time with his family, and looking forward to start recording the new album this month. We are devastated at the loss of our friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in their time of need." Wim is survived by his wife Marja, his son Leslie and his twin daughters Amy and Daisy.

The Cotton Soeterboek Band http://www.cottonsoeterboekband.com

 

ALBUM RELEASE ******ALBUM RELEASE ******ALBUM RELEASE

THE BLACK CROWES ANNOUNCE RELEASE OF NEW CD
AND GIVE FANS A FREE SECOND ALBUM

‘BEFORE THE FROST…UNTIL THE FREEZE’
released on AUGUST 31st 2009

A LIMITED EDITION VINYL AVAILABLE

Catalogue no. SAR02/2028613632

THE BLACK CROWES will release their new studio CD, Before the Frost... on 31st August 2009.

A second album, titled …Until The Freeze, will be given away for free exclusively through a unique download code which is included in Before The Frost… as a “thank you” to their fans for two decades of continued support.

Before the Frost..., and its corresponding free album …Until The Freeze, were recorded over a series of five nights at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY. Although both are studio albums, all the new material was performed and recorded in front of an intimate audience of the band’s fans, making them a part of The Black Crowes musical history.

The innovative technique of inviting fans into the studio to become part of the process during recording is a rare experience.

Before the Frost... features eleven new and previously unreleased Black Crowes songs including Good Morning Captain, I Ain’t Hiding, Been a Long Time (Waiting on Love), and other original songs that will serve to spotlight the bands ability to make emotional connections through their music. The free album …Until The Freeze is a nine-song collection featuring eight new original Black Crowes songs plus a cover version of the Stephen Stills classic So Many Times.

A limited edition vinyl release of Before The Frost…Until The Freeze, featuring all 20 tracks, will also be available on 31st August 2009.

Chris Robinson conceived the concept of Before the Frost...Until The Freeze. “I think we fulfilled a musical commitment to continue on the golden road of artistic independence. Approaching 20 years into our careers, we still are ambitious enough to push ourselves to create something unique that we have never done before.”

Critical acclaim and popular success has seen THE BLACK CROWES sell over 20 million albums worldwide. As they approach their upcoming 20th anniversary of the release of one of rock’s most influential records, Shake Your Money Maker, which produced such hits as Jealous Again, She Talks To Angels and Hard to Handle, they are time and again hailed as one of Rock and Roll’s best live acts.

THE BLACK CROWES are: Chris Robinson (vocals), Rich Robinson (guitar, vocals), Steve Gorman (drums), Sven Pipien (bass), Adam MacDougall (keyboards) and Luther Dickinson (guitar).

Before The Frost… (CD Track Listing)

Good Morning Captain
Been A Long Time (Waiting On Love)
Appaloosa
A Train Still Makes A Lonely Sound
I Ain’t Hiding
Kept My Soul
What Is Home
Houston Don’t Dream About Me
Make Glad
And The Band Played On
Last Place That Love Lives

…Until The Freeze (Free Download Album Track Listing)

Aimless Peacock
Shady Grove
Garden Gate
Greenhorn
Shine Along
Roll Old Jeremiah
Lady Of Avenue A
So Many Times
Fork In The River

Before the Frost…Until The Freeze was produced by Paul Stacey and will be released through The Black Crowes label, Silver Arrow Records and Megaforce Records.

For more information, go to www.blackcrowes.com

 

LOVE/HATE UK Tour Dates

This is our 20th anniversary of the making of BLACKOUT IN THE RED ROOM, our "20 YEARS OF BEERS" tour and to celebrate we will be playing the ENTIRE BLACKOUT RECORD at every show as well as plenty of other songs from our catalog. This time we're happy to share the stage with RICKY WARWICK of THE ALMIGHTY as our opener as well as friends and fellow rockers NEW GENERATION SUPERSTARS. Come one come all and watch those 20 years sorta kinda melt away with the L/H---not to be missed!!

28/08/09 SIN CITY SWANSEA
29/08/09 J.B'S DUDLEY
30/08/09 OXFORD O2 ACADEMY 2
31/0809 LONDON CAMDEN UNDERWORLD
02/09/09 NEWCASTLE O2 ACADEMY
03/09/09 ROCKERS GLASGOW
04/09/09 ROCKERS GLASGOW
05/09/09 NOTTINGHAM ROCK CITY
06/09/09 BRISTOL O2 ACADEMY 2

 

Marya Roxx announces UK tour with special guests Voodoo Johnson and Tribal Law

Marya Roxx follows up her well received Hammerfest appearance earlierthis year with a full UK tour kicking off this November in support of her forthcoming album 'Payback Time' on Golden Media Records.With main support/special guests on the tour from classic rock favorites'Voodoo Johnson' and Weymouths 'Tribal Law' who will share the dates between them.

Marya will also play sets at Londons Rock of Ages Festival Sun 22nd Nov andN.Wales Hard Rock Hell Festival on Dec 5th lining up alongside the likes of Queensryche, Monster Magnet, RATT and the New York Dolls. Marya Roxx whose band also includes former Anthrax Guitarist Paul Crock willbe releasing her debut album produced by legendary producer Kevin Shirley(Iron Maiden/ HIM etc) to coincide with the dates.The Lead track from the album titled 21 is already picking upStrong support across many of the UKs rock shows.

For more details go toWww.myspace.com/maryaroxx Heres what the press have to say about Marya Roxx A positive surprise, an amazingly good new female Rock artist.Rock Hard Magazine MARYA ROXX is well worth checking out if you can get a copy of her 21 EP.Metal Gods TV One of the most exciting acts to of hit the strip in a long time.Paul Crocks guitar work definitely adds a class and pedigree to Maryasattitude driven vocals.LA Weekly

Marya Roxx and guests Tour

Nov Fri 20 Brighton Engine Room with Special Guests Tribal Law

Sat 21- Weymouth Finns with Special Guests Tribal Law

Sun 22- London- Rock of Ages Festival (Marya Roxx)

Tues24- Leicester - Sumo with Special Guests Tribal Law

Wed 25- Dudley JBs- with Special Guests - Voodoo Johnson

Thur26- Bristol Fleece with special guests Voodoo Johnson

Fri 27- Peterborough - Club Revoloution with Special guests Voodoo Johnson

Sat28- Bradford Gasworks - with special guests Voodoo Johnson

Sun29- Grimsby Yardbirds - with special guests Voodoo Johnson

Dec 5th Prestatyn - Hard Rock hell Festival (Marya Roxx)

 

Voodoo Johnson - http://www.myspace.com/voodoojohnson

Birmingham Favorites Voodoo Johnson hailed by Classic Rock magazine fortheir Vintage guitar sounds have toured with everyone from the likes of Duff McKagans 'Loaded", "Sign", Valeint Thorr, through to the Tokyo Dragons and Hawkwind. The band are currently in the studio laying down the foundations of their forthcoming much anticipated album penciled for release in early2010.

Tribal Law. http://www.myspace.com/triballaw Voted best new band in 2008 by Total Rock radio listeners will also bereleasing an EP scheduled for early November .They also will be headlining the forthcoming Quayside festival in their home town of Weymouth.

 

Skin

UK Tour Dates

Dec 6th Leamington Spa Assembly
Dec 7th London Islington Academy
Dec 8th Norwich Waterfront
Dec 9th Day Off
Dec 10th Bristol Thekla
Dec 11th Manchester Academy
Dec 12th Nottingham Rock City

Photos from their appearance at Download 2009
Taken by Neil Lupin

Toby Jepson will be supporting on all shows

 

Hard Rock Hell 3 announces the addition of RATT to this years lineup.

Hard Rock Hell 3 Festival has announced the addition of L.A.s finest rockact RATT to this years festival which takes place at Pontins , PrestatynSands, N.Wales.RATT who recently signed to Roadrunner records will lineup alongside MonsterMagnet and Terrovision on the Friday night on what is already seen by manyas the festivals most exciting lineup to date.Other acts confirmed for the weekend include Queensryche, The New YorkDolls, WASP, Sonata Artica , Girlschool , Wrathchild , Marya Roxx, TheQuireboys, The Black Spiders and Flash Lightnin.With only a handful of accomadation tickets left the event is already almostsold out although a limited amount of day tickets have also been put on saletoo.For more details and tickets go to www.hardrockhell.com

For more info on RATT go to http://www.myspace.com/therattpack orhttp://www.therattpack.com/