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October 3, 2008:
Free Show on Wednesday October 15th presented by Jedidiah Clothing and Fabtone Records..:
Jedidiah Clothing and Fabtone Records are throwing a free show at a new venue
called Channel Twelve 25 in El Cajon. Their label Fabtone Records is based in Japan.
They are coming to the US in October for a mini tour with Parker Theory and two other bands from the label, Local Sound Style and Holidays of Seventeen - Both bands are from Japan and have had great success. Recently Holidays of Seventeen released their first full length and are touring with Weezer in Japan.
Special guest also playing will be Red Panda (former singer/guitarist of the pop punk band Homegrown) and local boys A Dull Science.
If you are in a band and would like to submit your music/cd to the label Fabtone come out to the show and drop off your music. It can be any style they are always looking for new upcoming talent.
For more info on the venue go to...
www.channel1225.com
www.myspace.com/channeltwelve25
For more info on the bands go to..
www.myspace.com/parkertheory
www.myspace.com/localsoundstyle
www.myspace.com/ho17
www.myspace.com/adullscience
www.myspace.com/redpandamusic
September 27, 2008:
FEAR Ticket Giveaway Winners!:
The following people won tickets to see FEAR tomorrow night!
Kareem Shehab
Manual Amarillas
Joseph Honeycutt
Joaquin Garcia
Jason Maloney
Molly Markey
Tod Chee
Calvin Russell
Sam Drune
Andrew Fisher
Congrats to All winners and have a great time at the show!
Cole
September 27, 2008:
MXPX and Lagwagon Tickets...:
All you got to do is email me with MXPX in the subject line...
Good Luck!
Cole
September 23, 2008:
The Smashing Pumpkins Announce "20th Anniversary Tour" - Playing San Diego 11/30 @ RIMAC:
This fall marks one of the busiest and most creative times in the history of THE SMASHING PUMPKINS. They are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 1988 formation with a unique fall tour, a precedent-setting new single (“G.L.O.W.,” to be released via the Guitar Hero® World Tour game) and a revealing two-DVD set (If All Goes Wrong via Coming Home Media) filmed at their residencies last year in San Francisco and Asheville.
The band--always one of rock’s most forward-thinking, influential, and often misunderstood musical forces--commence their North American “20th Anniversary Tour” November 1. The five-week run will be highlighted by multi-night stops in such cities as Chicago, Toronto, New York, Washington, Boston, San Diego and Los Angeles. With such a vast repertoire, the Pumpkins are coming prepared with completely different set lists in each of the multi-night engagements with no songs being repeated over the course of the two night run. Night #1 is being called “Black Sunshine” while night #2 will be dubbed “White Crosses.” A special two night ticket bundle will be available for all multi night engagements.
In Chicago--where singer/guitarist BILLY CORGAN and drummer JIMMY CHAMBERLIN continue to be based--the Pumpkins will play four shows at two different venues. In cities where the band is set to play one night, they plan to deliver a unique one-off set.
“I am extremely proud of the work we have done,” says CHAMBERLIN. “It certainly doesn't seem like 20 years! The Pumpkins will always be about moving forward and although I’m excited to play these shows, I’m just as excited to move our music into the next decade.”
Before the anniversary tour’s kick-off, the Pumpkins will make a return performance at the annual Bridge School benefit hosted by Neil Young in Shoreline, CA on October 26 (the second of the two-night engagement). The band last performed at this annual event--benefiting children with severe speech and physical impairments--in 1999.
The Pumpkins have also confirmed a national television appearance for Friday, October 24 when they’ll perform “G.L.O.W.” on the outdoor stage at ABC-TV’s Jimmy Kimmel Live.” The song will be released via the upcoming Guitar Hero® World Tour game, marking the first time a band has recorded a new song exclusively for the franchise which will be released afterwards, giving Guitar Hero® fans exclusive access to Smashing Pumpkins music before anyone else. The new track, bundled with two other rocking Smashing Pumpkins hits--“1979” and “The Everlasting Gaze”--will be available post-launch of the game as a three-song downloaded content pack. Additionally, on-disc with the release of Guitar Hero World Tour this fall, Corgan will appear as an in-game character and will bring with him “Today,” the band’s smash hit from their pivotal and four-times platinum 1993 album Siamese Dream.
The band’s upcoming two-DVD set If All Goes Wrong is due out November 11 and consists of a 105-minute documentary, also titled If All Goes Wrong, plus The Fillmore Residency, a full concert filmed in late July and early August of 2007 over five of the 11 sold-out nights at the famed Fillmore Auditorium in San Francisco, CA. From the opening note to the final chord, the documentary If All Goes Wrong showcases a band returning with an “enveloping epic force” (Los Angeles Times) as it traces the Pumpkins during their 19-show residency, which began with eight shows at Asheville, NC’s Orange Peel in late June and continued through 11 sold-out nights at San Francisco’s famed Fillmore Auditorium. Interviews with band members, fans, journalists and fellow musicians reveal the fears, excitement, determination, exhaustion and tension inherent in Billy Corgan and his newly revitalized musical unit.
September 22, 2008:
See Punk Legends FEAR for Free!:
All you have to do is email me - Cole@sandiegopunk.com with FEAR in the subject line. The 1st 10 entries will win 1 pair of tix for the show this Sunday.
Cole
September 19, 2008:
Rancid Concert @ SOMA Tonight Postponed:
Rancid’s Friday, September 19th concert at SOMA has been rescheduled to Saturday, December 6 at SOMA. Support bands for the new date are TBA. All tickets sold for the September 19th date will be honored at the December 6 show. Refunds are available at point of purchase.
September 16, 2008:
New sandiegopunk.com Merch Special from Let it Ride!:
Let it Ride is currently offering a new special for sandiegopunk.com visitors.
They can hook your band up with: 100 T-Shirts, 250 Stickers and a Kickdrum Graphic for $500!
If interested, call them up @ 858-635-9167.
Cole
September 13, 2008:
St. Judes Benefit Concert!:
There is an amazing concert coming this Tuesday, September 16th @ The Belly
Up in Solana Beach. Bands include GET BACK LORETTA, REPUBLIC OF LETTERS and
AUSTIN JAMES BAND. The show starts at 8pm, costs $10 and is 21 and up. It
is a St. Judes Benefit, so Proceeds go directly to St. Judes Children's
Hospital. This is an amazing lineup of bands and a wonderful cause to
support. For more info and presale tickets go to: www.bellyup.com
September 12, 2008:
sandiegopunk.com partners with House of Blues!:
...thats right, we have partnered with HOB to bring you, the fans, free tickets for numerous shows!
We have an entire list of shows running through October so make sure to check the site daily to see when a contest or ticket giveaway is announced so you can be first to pounce on it!
Rock on,
Cole
September 12, 2008:
Win Tickets to see The Fratellis!:
We have a small handful of tickets available for this show...all you need to do is email me @ cole@sandiegopunk.com with The Fratellis in the subject line for your chance to win!
All winners will be selected at random.
Good Luck,
Cole
September 10, 2008:
Results from the SDP.com Survey!:
Greetings SDP.com visitors!
I wanted to share with you the results from the online survey that was recently posted...
57% of SDP.com visitors are between age 17 and 25, about half are in bands vs. not in bands. About 50% want to see more show reviews, the other 50% want more concert ticket giveaways and/or CD reviews. The most visited page on the website is the shows calendar, followed by news and show reviews.
Thanks to all that participated in the survey! It was extremely helpful and as a result we have some exciting things to announce later today.
Cole
September 10, 2008:
Here’s a little introduction to the newer San Diego punk band Northern Towns.:
Northern Towns is a punk band from San Diego, Ca. Formed from the ashes of San Diego Stalwarts: Over My Dead Body, Swindle & Please Mr Gravedigger. The band looks to tread new ground within the punk genre, but without betraying influences like The Jam, The Clash, The Libertines, Blitz & Sham 69. You can download the demo for free at www.myspace.com/northerntowns.
Northern Towns are currently recording a record that will be released on TKO records in the U.S. and the record will also be released in Europe by Frank from the band Gallows, Who will take Northern Towns on a British tour in March’09.
check us out! Thanks,
Daniel
Northern Towns
September 1, 2008:
Rat City Riot has a new full-length coming out for you guys called "Load Up!":
We'll be self-releasing in the U.S. on 09-13-08 , and marking the occasion with an all ages rager at The Che Cafe! Also playing that night will be our good friends Northern Towns , and Dead City Dregs (St. Louis). Northern Towns will also be joining us the following week for our "CD Release Party Part Deux!" at the Radio Room. So mark that shit down in your calendar.
In related big news... People Like You records will be releasing the record in Europe!! We're fucking pumped to have signed with PLY , they put out some of our favorite bands , and they seem as excited about working with us as we are about working with them. The record will be released on CD and Vinyl on 10-13-08 in Europe. Just in time for our tour kick-off in Clausen , Luxemborg!
That's it for now , check back for Euro tour updates soon. More shows are rolling in all the time!
We'll see you guys out there!!
-Chris
August 29, 2008:
San Diego’s Architect Sketch Sees Their Song “Awesome” Selected as the Theme Song of Green Bay Packers Podcast:
The daily podcast heard by thousands of Green Bay Packers fans has selected a themesong from San Diego’s Architect Sketch. Awesome from the band’s first album, Communication In Cases For Which No OtherForm Is Applicable, was selected to lead off the show. In a decision finalized just days ago, the Green Bay Press-Gazette andPackersnews.com , confirmed their selection of the local band’s song as the theme song heard each day. This marks a mile-stone for the band as their first foray into both theme songs and professional sports.“It is always the dream of a band to reach a broad and welcoming audience”, says Architect Sketch drummer Greg Gerardi. “Sure, we want to cheer on the home team but we also want our music to reach further and wider. This is a great start on that goal. When it comes to music, Andy and I believe the more the merrier. We can cheer on the Chargers while psyching up Packers fans.”Formed in San Diego in 2007, Architect Sketch is a two man band with a big sound. With the help of a loop pedal, bassist Andy Kondrat creates a wall of sound that pairs perfectly with Greg Gerardi's understated, complex drumming. Formed fromthe remnants of Andy and Greg's previous band, The Challenger Deep (www.myspace.com/thechallengerdeep), Architect Sketch originated as a post-punk improv project that featured different guitarists from local San Diego bands for one-offshows consisting of songs literally written as they were played live. The band and their sound has since evolved into whatthey are today. Using nothing more than bass, drums and the occasional vocals, Architect Sketch is equally at home creating music that is being compared to a combination of Sigur Ros, Modest Mouse, Mogwai, The Album Leaf, and Pinback as it is the occasionalLightning Bolt inspired noise improv. Their 5 song EP, Communication In Cases For Which No Other Form Is Applicable, is nowavailable in a limited edition, numbered run of 200, with each album cover hand-drawn by the band and are availablethrough the band’s website (www.myspace.com/architectsketch). The Green Bay Press-Gazette’s website receives up to 300,000 hits daily. The Training Camp Podcast with Tom Pelissero is amainstay of Packers fans and can be heard each day by visiting either www.packersnews.com orwww.greenbaypressgazette.com.
August 29, 2008:
San Diego Music Awards are coming on Wednesday, September 17!:
The San Diego Music Foundation presents the 18th annual San Diego Music Awards, on Wednesday, September 17, starting at 7pm. The show takes place at Viejas Concerts in the Park, a beautiful outdoor amphitheatre located in Alpine, CA.. The awards show is a benefit for Taylor Guitars for Schools.
Live performers at SDMA 2008 include As I Lay Dying, Steve Poltz, Louis XIV, Jayo Felony, Anya Marina, Joel Rafael plus Lifetime Achievement Award winner Mundell Lowe.
Contributing sponsors in 2008 include: Viejas,Bud Light, San Diego CityBeat, Taylor Guitars, U4rik Vodka, Honest Tea, BMI, ASCAP, Time Warner Cable, yelp.com, A & L Litho, Any Budget Printing and King Stahlman Bail Bonds. The 2008 media sponsors include amplifysd.com, sdam.com, 91X, Z90, KPRI, FM 94/9, Rock 105.3, 101 KGB, KIFM, Jazz 88, Radio Sophie, and Revolt Magazine.
Tickets for the 18th annual San Diego Music Awards are now on sale on at all Ticketmaster locations, ticketmaster.com and at the Viejas Gift Shop.
For more information, go online to: sandiegomusicawards.com
San Diego Music Awards voting concludes this Saturday, August 30 at Midnight. To vote for your favorite San Diego artists, go online to: www.sandiegomusicawards.com
August 28, 2008:
Avenged Sevenfold Fans...:
I received this email and thought I would forward it on to any of you Avenged Sevenfold fans out there that might be interested in the following:
The time has finally come! Pre-order Avenged Sevenfold’s "Live in the LBC & Diamonds in the Rough!”
Shot in HD + 5.1 audio, “Live in the LBC & Diamonds in the Rough”, the first ever live Avenged Sevenfold Concert DVD, shot at Long Beach Arena also includes previously unreleased original and rare music from the recording session from Avenged Sevenfold Self-Tilted CD + cover songs of Iron Maiden and Pantera, and special remixes. In order to get your CD/DVD by street date (SEPT 16th) you’ll need to order by this Friday (yes, that's tomorrow)!
Pre- Order TODAY and you will instantly receive two exclusive LIVE tracks not included on the new release with your purchase!
Bonus instant grat tracks are:
*Almost Easy (live from Seattle)*Bat Country (live from Fresno)
Click here: http://warnerbrosrecordsstore.com/store/buy.asp?sys=WBR&upc=093624987024&l=avenged7 to PRE- ORDER the CD/DVD + Instant grat tracks all for 18.99 + Free Shipping and Handling
Or you can Pre- Order “Live in the LBC & Diamonds in the Rough” at the band webstore http://avengedsevenfold.shop.bravadousa.com/Dept.aspx?cp=920_14321 to get an EXCLUSIVE T-SHIRT not available anywhere else!
*This pre-order does not include instant grat tracks
August 26, 2008:
Bands Wanted for Obama Event on 9/6:
I received this following email below, if this is something that your band is interested in, then please email Holly at the email below.
I am looking for a local band to play for free (for the publicity) at an Obama event on La Jolla Shores on Saturday September 6th any time between noon and midnight. This will be a family event so nothing to loud and no bad language. The goal of the event is to register 1000 new voters and get 1000 new volunteers. Do you have any bands that may be interested in playing at this event? If so please email me at: foster22@cox.net
thanks!
Holly
August 15, 2008:
No updates for show listings over next 2 weeks.:
My apologies but I wanted to inform everyone that the website will not be updated for the next 2 weeks since I will be out of town.
If you need to get a show posted make sure to do it at some point today/tonight so I can get it up on the site, otherwise it will be posted as soon as I am back.
Thanks everyone.
Cole
August 13, 2008:
SDP.com Wants to Hear from YOU!:
Hi Everyone!
I just wanted to remind some of you that we are currently having an online survey that we hope to have as many people as possible take so we can have a good sampling of what SDP.com fans want out of the site and in turn we can come up with new and exciting things for all of you!
I am currently working on a few very exciting things that will be new and I hope a regular addition to the site, which I hope to be able to announce once finalized.
In the meantime - thank you all for visiting the site and if you already have done the survey I appreciate it, I have been reading each response as it comes in! If you haven't done the survey yet, then I urge you to do so - It will take no more than 2 min...I promise!
Copy and Paste this link into your browser to take you to the survey...
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=D6bYsy2HFCtHeYeyBMysWA_3d_3d
-Cole
August 6, 2008:
Fund Raiser CD For Kids With Cancer - Need Music!:
StreetBlast.com is working with StompOutCancer.com to help them search for
music for their upcoming CD "Stomp Out Cancer Volume 2: Hope." All proceeds
from the sale of this CD goes to research for Ewing's Sarcoma, a type of
cancer that attacks children and young adults.
This is an open call for music! We are looking for songs about overcoming
obstacles, heros, victory, winning, and tribute. All genres are accepted,
however, we would really like to keep this CD positive and upbeat!
The submission deadline is September 1st, 2008 @ midnight. If you are
interested in submitting music for this project, please download the .PDF
form via. the link below, and mail in your CD with the select tracks you
would like us to consider.
Information About The CD:
1. 500 copies will be produced, if all sale as planned we will raise
$10,000.00 for the John Hopkins Sarcoma Research Center.
2. All submissions are donations.
3. Please click the link below to get our permission sheet, and mail your CD
to the address on the form:
http://streetblast.com/legal/musicrelease.pdf
If you have any questions regarding this project, please visit:
www.stompoutcancer.com, or please call me directly at: 502-366-8006.
Sincerely,
Jake A. Wheat
Station Manager
StreetBlast.com
August 6, 2008:
After a 2 year hiatus, San Diego's Hill Billy Stew Records is back with a couple new releases.:
First off, we bring you a new EP by Montreal’s Autumn Picture, titled ‘postponing your life’ as a teaser to the band’s forthcoming full length cd ‘the field’ to be released on September 30, 2008. This is the band’s first studio work in 5 years.
Secondly, we will be releasing an Autumn Picture / TBA split 7" in mid-October. Limited Edition.
To download the free ep, visit: www.hillbillystew.com/autfield.htm
The band's page is www.myspace.com/autumnpicture
July 5, 2008:
Win Free Tix to see Scary Kids Scaring Kids with Finch!:
The show is at SOMA on July 18th. The 2nd person to email me with the correct answers to the questions below will one 1 pair of tickets!
1. Where did Scary Kids Scaring Kids get their name?
2. Name 3 songs that SKSK has covered.
Email me @ Cole@sandiegopunk.com for your chance to win!
June 27, 2008:
Record at Signature Sound!:
Signature Sound has been around San Diego cranking out top notch recordings over the last 20 yrs. Currently Signature Sound is offering a great deal for local bands/musicians, a full day of recording in Studio B for $300.
If you are not aware of Signature Sound...the following bands have recorded there: Blink 182, U2, Boxcar Racer, Switchfoot, Finch, POD, New Found Glory etc...
To set up a tour of the studio or book time you can call (858) 268-0134 or email info@signaturesound.com
Tell them Cole from Sandiegopunk.com sent you!
June 17, 2008:
News from Spare Change!:
Read the message below...
Hello,
Over the last 10 years, you signed yourself up for either a Spare Change or Rochelle, Rochelle email list. It's been a few years since this list has been used, but I have some news!
- Some of you may know that Spare Change finished writing all the material for, and had even started pre-production work for a follow-up full length record to wake.sleep.Volume, but due to a lengthy hiatus, it never got finished. Erik Berg from Rochelle, Rochelle has stepped in to play drums so that we can finish the record, and play some shows. Please add us as a friend on MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/partialform and we will keep you informed along the way. We are all very excited with the idea of finally getting to share this music with you all. Hopefully once we finish the record we'll be bringing the rock to your town one last time.
- Also, after Rochelle, Rochelle broke up, Erik started writing music for a new project, simply named JFK. A band has been put together to get this music up on stage and I have the privilege of being a part of it. We are playing our first show at the Casbah in San Diego, CA this coming Saturday, July 12th. Check http://www.myspace.com/soundslikejfk for a preview of the music, it's good stuff... and make sure to add us as a friend for more show updates.
- And finally; Mikey P from Spare Change, Erik Berg, and I have been writing music for a new project. We are still trying to fill the lineup, but so far the music is coming along extremely well and we are all looking forward to the collaboration on something new and exciting. More details to come!
-gvb
http://www.sparechange.com
http://www.soundslikejfk.com
May 29, 2008:
Run By SD Bands for SD Bands:
Check out this press release from the guys at Let It Ride Design and make sure to click the banner on the front page to see their current SANDIEGOPUNK.COM special!...
"That's the motto of Let It Ride Design, San Diego's solution for ALL your band merch needs.
Started only in January 08', LIR has already established itself as THE place to go for all your band merch needs, as well as offering tons of other great products and services. The LIR team consists of Aaron and Luke from The Stranger's Six, Brad from The Transit War, Javier from Evode Eyewear (www. evodeeyewear. com), and Sean from Agent 51. These guys know what bands need, because they are all from the SD music scene themselves. They know how to make it affordable, while still looking cool. And although the company is relatively new, the guys have had years of experience in the merch and printing industries.
When asked what makes Let It Ride different than other places, Aaron responded, "We GIVE a shit. About our city, about our scene, about the bands in it, because we are a part of it. We all know how tough it is to play in bands, make ends meet, and have that dream. We also know how crucial it is to have quality merch at a reasonable price, so when you come to us you're coming to guys who are right there with you on your level, we live this. Music isn't all about image, but make the image you DO have cool, Dammit! And it doesn't matter if you're in a punk band, a metal band, indie rock, a rap artist, or a DJ, we support it all."
We do our stuff locally and in-house, so you know its getting done by us right here in SD too. Feel free to hit us up and come by our warehouse and hang out as well, there's always a party goin on at LIR!
Some of the stuff we do (but not limited to) :
Screenprinted T-shirts, hoodies, girls shirts/tanks/wife beaters, booty shorts/underwear, wristbands, bandanas, hats, beannies, etc.
Embroidered hats, sweatshirts, jacket patches, etc.
Banners and Backdrops for shows
kickdrum graphics
We can Customize DJ booths, make slipmats for vinyl
promo stuff (lighters, matchbooks, flasks, condoms, keychains, bottle openers, shot glasses, frisbees, slap bracelets, buttons, pins, bags, etc)
vehicle graphics and full car wraps
stickers, die cut and printed
Hand-Screened Posters, regular printed posters, flyers, postcards
Custom Merch booths, tents (for bands on Warped Tour, etc)
and we are ALWAYS down to work with you on new ideas, and we love to do wierd stuff, so if you have an idea, chances are we can make it happen!"
Let It Ride Design
8930 Activity Road Suite C
San Diego, CA 92126
www. LetItRideDesign. com
www. myspace. com/LetItRideDesign
info@LetItRideDesign.com
May 15, 2008:
X-Fest Contest Winners!:
The Winner's of the 2 pairs of X-Fest tickets were: Ivan Jacquez and Kathy Menslo...Congrats sandiegopunk.com hopes you have a blast at the show tomorrow night. Thanks to 91x for donating tickets for the show!!!
Cole
May 9, 2008:
X-Fest Contest - Ticket Giveaway!:
Ok everyone here it is...the 9th and 11th person to email me with the correct answer will each win a pair of tickets for this years X-Fest!
The question is...name four (4) of the bands that played last years 91X-Fest.
email your answers to cole@sandiegopunk.com with X-Fest in the subject line. Good Luck!
May 4, 2008:
New SD Old School Mp3 of the Week...:
We're going back to the 90s with Pivit...go check it out!
May 1, 2008:
Piano Tribute to Metallica assaults the keys in San Diego:
On June 21 at 5pm, "Rock Concert Pianist" Scott D. Davis performs the music of heavy-metal icons "Metallica" live on a solo grand piano at the Piano SD Recital Hall,1233 Camino Del Rio South.
The show is part of a nationwide tour to support Davis' latest CD release "Pianotarium: Piano Tribute to Metallica." The album underscores the direction he's been taking his concert piano for the last two years. A metalhead to the core, but also with an appreciation for classical music, his CDs and performances reveal the complexity and intense beauty that fans of metal have always known and loved, in a light that can be appreciated by hard-rock fans and those (who until now) hear heavy-metal music as little more than noise and anger, alike.
Tickets are $10-$12.50 and available online at Pianotarium.com or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006 24/7.
What: "Pianotarium: an Intensely Beautiful Tribute Concert"
Who: "Rock Concert Pianist" Scott D. Davis
Where: Piano SD Recital Hall, 1233 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
When: Saturday, June 21 5:00 p.m.
Tickets & Info: go to www.Pianotarium.com or call 1-800-838-3006
April 22, 2008:
Bands Wanted for Music Fest on Navy Base:
Hey everyone...
This is a benefit show to be held September 27th 2008. Please read the message below for info. regarding this benefit show.
The show will be held on the Navy Base at 32nd Street. More specifically at the RECYARD. The RECYARD is the Single Sailor/Marine recreation center.
What I am looking for: 3 or 4 bands that can pull off 30 to 45 minute sets. Any music type is acceptable.
Backstage Rentals will be setting up the stage, running sound, providing stage hands and doing the tear down. For those that have never had roadies, this will be a treat!
What the bands need to bring...Your instruments, your effects boards, guitar cables, drumsticks, your voice, your “A” game!
I am trying to set up a table for merchandising. This will be where you can sell your CD’s, T-shirts, etc. So if you have some of that, there will be more to follow. Free food and beverages will be available to all the bands. Be forewarned, it will probably be burgers and dogs….but it is better than nothing. Remember this is a benefit and no one gets paid. Even the acts that are coming down from LA are paying their own way.
My contact info: matthec@lpd18.navy.mil
Please email me with an mp3 that I can listen to, to get an idea of what your band's sound. I would prefer a mp3 that I can download as opposed to streaming through a myspace page.
Thanks and hope to hear from you!
April 17, 2008:
Your Chance to Win X-Fest Tickets!:
Listen up everyone...sandiegopunk.com will be running a contest at some point within the next 3 weeks or so to give out some pairs of tickets to go to this years' 91x X-Fest on Friday May 16th! Make sure to continually check the site (and this news section) so you can have your chance at winning X-Fest Tickets!
Cole
March 23, 2008:
Honest Iago to record::
The following message appeared on Honest Iago's myspace page yesterday: "Get
excited. We are doing a record. Soon."
What the specifics of that statement are is anyone's guess, as this is a
band that prides themselves on using live visual arts and never putting on
the same show twice. We'll just have to wait and see.
March 5, 2008:
The Prey needs a Guitar Player:
The Prey has lost one of it's guitar players. Well,
we know where he is. He's not dead or anything like
that. He needed to quit the band. No hard feelings.
But, we are still a band. A band in need of a guitar
player. Anyone can check us out at
www.myspace.com/thepreypunks
or at www.theprey.net. People can find our music at
both those places and other information in regards to
the band. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you and take care,
Joe Russia
February 25, 2008:
Cole from SanDiegoPunk.com looking for Drummer!:
Hey everyone...Cole here. I am looking for a kickass drummer to play with me in my band Exit 21. We are a edgy rock/punk band. Our main influences are: Social Distortion, Rise Against, Alkaline Trio, Bullets and Octance, Unritten Law etc...Our last drummer went to school in Boston a while ago and it is finally time to find someone else so we can start rockin out again. We are looking for someone who can commit to 1-2 days a week practice, has some good chops (vesatile, and has a good meter),not flakey, NO drugs, and is a cool person. It would be a plus if you sing too and are 21+ since we play a lot of bar shows but not a necessity. If you are interested and would like to get more info, shoot me an email @ cole@sandiegopunk.com with Drummer in the subject line. Hope to talk to you all soon.
February 19, 2008:
Sleeping Giant Music: Your source to what's hot in San Diego:
Whether you're looking for fresh new music or the hottest new clubs and bars in town, Sleeping Giant Music is your one stop shop to fulfill your needs. With a diverse roster of artists and DJs performing genres ranging from Hip Hop to Rock to House, you're sure to find something to hit your sweet spot. Check out www.giantsarise.com to discover new music, grab free music downloads, and get on the guest lists to San Diego's hot spots
February 19, 2008:
ZeeGig – a place to post your own live music review!:
Make sure to read the press release below about ZeeGig, an awesome new music community where people can read an abundance of show reviews and even post your own! Check ZeeGig out!.......
A new live music resource and concert review website has come online by
one of our own San Diegans called ZeeGig. It’s a place where you can
post a review (and upload photos, but not required) of any live show
you’ve attended. All the reviews are attached to the venue they took
place at. So, if you want to know what people thought about the [insert
band name here] show last weekend at [insert venue name here] just go to
the venue page and find out! You can also find music venues and music
festivals based on the type of music you like and where you’re located.
Check out ZeeGig at www.zeegig.com
February 17, 2008:
New "Blast from the Past Mp3 of the week"!:
In the spirit of the Agent 51/Pivit Reunion show this Thursday at the Belly Up I decided to post an old Agent song as the mp3 of the week.
Check it out and make sure to go to the show Thursday too...if you go, you can say hello since I know I will be there.
Cole
December 16, 2007:
Mp3 of the Week!:
Today marks the 1st day of Mp3 of the week - "A Blast from the Past". What I am going to try and do is approximately once a month put up a San Diego band that no longer plays anymore, but was once a well known, gigging San Diego band. The 1st band chosen is P.B.R., a band that helped me get into the local San Diego music scene about 6-7 yrs ago during what I like to call: "The Epicentre" days...make sure to check P.B.R. as Mp3 of the week and hopefully some of you remember them playing this song yrs ago.
-Cole
November 20, 2007:
My American Heart Contest!:
The winner will get 2 free tickets to see My American Heart at The Epicentre Dec. 15th as well as a signed CD. There will also be 2 runner-ups who will receive a signed CD.
Winners of this contest will be chosen at random. To enter the contest make sure to email Cole at: cole@sandiegopunk.com with "contest" as the subject. Thanks!
November 19, 2007:
Rat City Riot Interview:
Our friend Kim Schwenk was nice enough to share an interview that she did with Rat City Riot recently after their latest tour. Read below to check out the article...
On the road again… can’t wait to get on the road again…
Believe it or not, the Zombie Lounge, San Diego’s gritty hard-knock hang out for tattooed bruisers and beauties, gets a facelift. Despite a car driving into the façade of the bar this year, night after night of alcoholic abuse, and an occasional ego-bruised scuffle, the ZL for many regulars is the best bar in town, new paint job or not. If you happen upon the bar on the weekends, either you’ve been waved in, carded, or thrown out by Noah Bricker, “no bullshit policy” door guy and frontman for street punk rousers Rat City Riot. For a local band so well embraced by the arms of their rugged fans, the boys are actually marking the calendar days till they hit the road again.
“I think everyone can agree that pretty much we are doing exactly what we want to do. None of us really want to be anything else, but be touring musicians. That’s all we want to do is tour. Let’s go, let’s tour…Ok, let’s do it!” spouts guitarist Chris Barclift, while plucking away on his matte battle-scarred Epiphone guitar. Noah agrees and says, “It’s getting to the point where I hate being at home…” Really? “Well, I don’t have a place to live right now. I’ve got a van full of shit, a garage full of shit, and I’m sleeping on someone’s couch, ‘cause I can’t afford to live anywhere.” Drummer Nate Silverri adds, “I keep myself packed at all times, the clothes are out and that’s it, I’m really ready to go at all times.” That’s where the conversation turns to the “Rat City Riot Compound”, an isolated self-sustaining living quarters constructed on a parcel of land and a bunch of broken down school buses. “Seems like we’re missing out on some possibilities”, laughs Nate, after I brag about my desert land connections and all around wasteland survival guides.
Touring then, for the most part, colors the story for the band. It’s not uncommon for a DIY ethically fueled punk band to slog around the country in a gas guzzling van, accepting piecemeal, and playing for food, but to not have the merchandise to sustain the tour is another thing. After a piss poor relationship with ex-label Taang! Records and shady dealings, as Noah describes it, the lesson was learned. “What the fuck planet are you from not have a band tour with CDs? I mean, I expected some shady shit to go on (like royalty payments), but I didn’t expect to get fucked while we were on the road. We were literally starving out there without having any CDs to sell.” In addition to that, the line-up for Rat City Riot changed even in violent terms. “We had a bass player literally get “punched” out of the band near the end of the tour and we had Josh from Plastic Jesus in New York fill in” chuckles Noah. The stories continue with stinky and bloody outtakes, really if you don’t believe me, check out the video for “Open Road” and of course, it’s all in good times.
After the revolving door of band members over the last four years, the guys have hunkered down with recent drummer Nate and newly recruited bassist Daniel. With the exception of Daniel, the other three born and raised Californians all had musical inkling early on, enough to either play music or develop a penchant for the developing street punk credo within them. “I was in high school band for one year”, says Chris. “You were in high school band?” smirks Nate. “I had no idea, what’d you play tuba or something?” laughs Noah. “Actually, yeah, I played tuba” chuckles Chris. “I was totally fucking kidding!” Funny enough, playing tuba and marching band were not solely responsible for the leap into developing an affinity towards punk rock. Streetpunk, despite what education you may have about punk, morphed out of a reaction to middle and upper class art punks who cowered to the trendy superficial lifestyle, while like the original wave of Oi!, streetpunk included working class and pub brawlers within the inner city. “The way I’ve always grown up listening to hardcore and punk, it kind of makes me appreciate or us not overcharging for our CDs and stuff.” explains Noah. “Yeah, I mean the DIY ethic is sewn into all of us”.
Making merchandise affordable to the “kids” as Noah puts it, is their bread and butter. “Cause the kids are there to have a good time.” However, a band’s financial input can limit the final product in some cases, as RCR learned from the previous recording of “Dirty Rotten Games”. “I highly doubt we are going to get our hands on anymore copies of that recording. That kind of stopped with Taang!” It has been a couple of years, since the first record came out, so the band really just wanted to get something out. So the band ploughed forward to record the “Doris E.P.”, affectionately named after their old black touring van and available from Street Anthem Records. “Doris went a lot quicker. We kind of knew what we were doing a little bit more.” says Chris. “We also went back to the same guy at Ampersand Recordings (Kyle Thompson), he already knew our personalities.” But why an E.P. as opposed to a full-length recording? Noah quickly pipes in, “’Cause we didn’t have any money.” And before anyone else spoke, Chris clears his throat “We need an advance from a label (hint, hint)”.
As the Rat City Riot motto says, they formed in 2003 with the sole purpose of rocking and rocking they will do; town-to-town and country-to-country. There’s really no contriving the punk rock spirit within the band, after all they have seen and experienced even in four years, and hard-times are just another notch in the belt. Noah even replaced “Doris” with the “Millennium Falcon” passenger shuttle van, completely customized into a rolling band and gear assault transport vehicle. It’s all the luxury they need. It’s as Nate says, “You know, we’re just trying to live the life, as opposed to living a “lifestyle”.
Full tour dates check:
www.myspace.com/ratcityriot
December 1st at Zombie Lounge, San Diego
November 11, 2007:
All New Features on the SDP.com!:
Make sure to check out the new features on the website...we have a new CD review with Pierce the Veil, The Haven - Band of the Month, and The Stranger's Six for mp3 of the week.
Have a great rest of the weekend!
-Cole
November 3, 2007:
Shred or Die Music Wanted!!:
Tony Hawk has started a new skateboarding website called shredordie.com. The idea is to have kids upload their own skate videos and to have them voted on as either "shred" or "die". Tony is working with Jesse Fritsch, who is also a skateboarder and in the local band "sayvinyl" to put together segments every month of them and other pros for the featured section of the site.
If your band is interested in having their music used for segments you should contact jesse@shredordie.com.
October 18, 2007:
The Mohawk Revolution Tour 2008 is now taking submissions!:
The deadline for submissions is Dec 1st 2007
send your Submissions to
Worldwide Concerts/attn Mohawk Revolution Tour
P.O. Box 463001
Escondido Ca, 92046
All genres welcome
July 14, 2007:
Welcome 2 Venice:
The long awaited punk compilation "Welcome 2 Venice" features fourteen bands and sixteen tracks. It will be released on Built On An Ounce Records July 24th 2007.
Produced by Louichi Mayorga (X/ Suicidal Tendencies, Horny Toad), W2V features current and former members of skate/punk/hardcore bands like Suicidal Tendencies, Beowulf, Neighborhood Watch, Excel, and Creeper that put Venice on the map in the early eighties.
July 13, 2007:
Old San Diego Punk Videos:
Our friend Toby has put up a bunch of videos of the san diego scene in the 80's. Check out the videos here
July 13, 2007:
The Prayers:
San Diego's The Prayers have contributed a track to the fourthcoming Madonna tribute record titled "Through the Wilderness:a tribute to Madonna" on LA based Manimal Vinyl Records. The CD and LP will be in stores this Fall and will also feature LA folk-rockers, Lavender Diamond along with Giant Drag, The Tyde, VietNam, Coco Rosie, Mountain Party, Winter Flowers and tons more. "Cherish" was chosen by The Prayers' Brandon Welsch (who is an old friend of Manimal Vinyl founder Paul Beahan) and reconstructed into a Paul Weller-esq meets Motown melded with the jumpy pop song that Madonna presented to us in 1989.
25% of the album's sales will go to the African AIDS charity, Raising Malawi. The Prayers will be playing a Madonna tribute show in LA on the 27th of July with The Chapin Sisters, Winter Flowers, Mountain Party and NYC's Golden Animals.
July 1, 2007:
Corporate Circus to release CD:
Corporate Circus will be releasing their third full-length CD album titled Music for the Hearing Impaired, on July 3. The CD is being released on indie record label Supersonic Music on Tuesday and will also be available for purchase on iTunes by August 1.
Corporate Circus relocated to San Diego in 2005 in hopes of reaching a wider audience after becoming one of northern Indiana's premier regional acts, delivering outstanding performances on the Vans Warped Tour, at Summerfest in Milwaukee, Midwest Music Summit in Indianapolis, and International Pop Overthrow in Chicago and Los Angeles. Their songs have also recently been featured in extreme sports DVDs such as "Crusty Demons of Dirt - Global Assault Tour" and Got Rocks 4x4’s “Climb”.
June 7, 2007:
Cheap Sex adds additional date for final show::
Cheap Sex's final show on Saturday June 23rd has completely sold out. Due to the extremely high demand for tickets Cheap Sex has added a second show which will take place the following night of Sunday June 24th. While both shows will be considered the bands final show, they will also be making some changes to the set list and opening bands so as to keep it fresh for those of you who decide to attend both nights. Tickets for this show go on sale this Friday, June 8th, at 11:00am through the venues website at www.thealleyclub.com
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May 12, 2007:
Cheap Sex final show/DVD:
Cheap Sex is scheduled to play their final show on June 23rd at the Alley in Fullerton, CA. They'll be playing with Career Soldiers, 46 Short, and more. The band is also working on putting together a DVD which will include a special tribute to Chris Wick (the band's former guitarist who passed away this March). People who have photos or videos of Chris are asked to share this with Cheap Sex so they can be incorporated. You can send your photos to Mike at mikevirus---AT---gmail.com.
May 11, 2007:
You can pre-order the Counterfit - Managing the Details of an Undertaking DVD/CD now:
For those of you unfamiliar with Counterfit, do yourself a favor and check out some songs. They're one of our favorite bands and are greatly missed.
Counterfit DVD/CD out 5/29/07:
Counterfit's long anticipated DVD/CD is finally coming out at the end of the month. The DVD features footage from the band's final tour, their entire final show (12/11/2004 at Ground Zero) and more. Check out all the details at http://myspace.com/counterfit (details are in the blog).
http://www.ccmtees.com/counterfit (free screen-printed poster with pre-orders)
http://www.interpunk.com/default.cfm?show=67456
http://smartpunk.com/product.php?item_id=21208 (free screen-printed poster with pre-orders)
May 10, 2007:
The rumors are true. Weatherbox was about to go on their first national tour ever. Since they live in San Diego and the tour started in New York City, they had to drive cross-country to start this shindig with The Casket Salesmen. They arrived in NYC this past Tuesday when...bam! it happened. Apparently, some good Samaritans in Brooklyn thought it would be awesome to steal the band's van, all of their equipment, and pre-made vegan snacks ready to eat. Bummer. It was a bitter-sweet day. On one hand, the band got to release their first full-length record, American Art. On the other hand, they got jacked hard and thought they'd have to cancel the tour.
Weatherbox van/gear stolen:
Here's the release we just got from Doghouse Records:
Luckily, The Casket Salesmen are great dudes; they're letting Weatherbox use their equipment for the entire tour letting the show still go on!
However, if you have any information about the band's stolen gear, van, and vegan cheese, please contact weatherboxes@gmail.com. In lieu of accepting any donations, the band is just asking for supporters to check out their music at Interpunk (http://interpunk.com/item.cfm?Item=145076&)
April 13, 2007:
Honest Iago has already joined on, pledging to have a donation box at all their shows. More bands are needed, if your band is interested in helping out, visit www.myspace.com/rockagainstilliteracy.
Local musicians form Rock Against Illiteracy:
SanDiegoPunk.com writers and local band members Nick Norton and Matt Fradkin have announced the formation of Rock Against Illiteracy. A charity which will work with bands and venues to encourage fans to donate used books at shows in return for discounted merchandise and tickets. The books will be given to local schools, in an effort to encourage reading for enjoyment early in life.
April 13, 2007:
Black Patterns from Saturn to record new album:
Black Patterns from Saturn have announced they'll be going into the studio this May to record a new full length with musician/producer Rob Campanella. The band also is set to have their song "Zero" featured on a UK compilation put out by Stolen Records.
March 15, 2007:
Upon hearing this news, Cheap Sex has decided to decided to disband. Some of the members will be starting a new project with new material. More details on the Cheap Sex myspace page (see the blog).
RIP: Chris Wick (Cheap Sex, PBR):
Chris Wick, former guitarist of PBR and Cheap Sex took his life on March 1, 2007. Chris was a friend to all of us here at sandiegopunk.com and will be missed. Our condolences to all his friends and family.
March 14, 2007:
Although there's nothing official in the works, long time writing
collaborators Rip and Ryan look to explore new music frontiers and are
currently looking for other musicians that might want to sit in on some
sessions and see where the writing may go. Cale says he's taking a
break
from being in a band for a while but might be back at it down the road.
The band performed their last show this past Sunday at Chasers.
Orion Frequency Call It Quits:
After playing together for over 3 years, Orion Frequency has officially
disbanded. Rip Griswold (singer, bass), "We have taken the project as
far as we can go with it and wanted to part ways on a good note. Much
love to everyone". Ryan Orion (singer, guitarist), "It's been a blast,
we've made a lot of friends along the way. Thank you for having us out
to rock the house". Cale Uecker (drums), "Thank you all!”
February 18, 2007:
Flux Theory emerges out of the ruins of Unbound:
Unbound broke up several months back but now bassist, Devin Dunn, and guitarist, Ryan Olson, have teamed up with DJ Bercasio to start a new project, Flux Theory. Check them out at Soma on February 23, or on myspace.
February 5, 2007:
Help out Honest Iago:
Honest Iago has a chance to win a Epitaph record deal and some other goodies through mtvU. You can help out the band by voting for them here (click the Epitaph Top 25 image below mp3 player).
December 24, 2006:
Punk N Junk Records launched; signs Rich White Males:
Punk N Junk Distro has expanded to create a record label. Punk N Junk Records describe themselves as "vinyl formatted" and will be releasing several 7" records over the next few months.
The labeled signed locals Rich White Males as their debut artist. The band is busy in the studio working on new tunes to be released later this winter on a 7".
(PS - The label asked us to note that they do not accept unsolicited demo submissions.)
November 15, 2006:
G.F.I. release 8th album:
G.F.I. recently released their 8th album, Pleasure Rocket, the band claims it's the most "hardcore and yet the most crazy" record they have put out to date. You can pick it up at interpunk.com or at local record stores around town. Check out G.F.I. November 28th at Theatre X in Escondido.
November 15, 2006:
Rob (Noxious) Durham ( ? - 2006):
Rob Noxious of the Shitgiveits passed away Friday, November 10th following complications associated with a heart attack and stroke. Services will be held Saturday, November 18 in Long Beach. More info: myspace.com/theshitgiveits. Our condolences go out to Rob's family, band mates, and friends.
November 15, 2006:
Check out the Stranger's Six at their upcoming shows:
The Stranger's Six: MTV2 "On THe Rise Special" showing now:
Along with local favorites such as Black Heart Procession, My American Heart, Accident Experiment, The Transit War, and others, the Stranger's Six now have a segment airing for the show "On The Rise" for MTV2. The segments have exclusive interviews and tour footage, as well as a music video. The segments will air for about a month starting November 15, 2006. You can watch the program by going to your On Demand service on you TV, (usually channel 01). Go to the Freezone section, then hit Music/MTV2/MTV2sd.
Dec 12 House of Blues Anaheim with The Living End, The Start, The Briggs
Dec 16 The Playboy Mansion (no joke the band got invited for a Christmas party at Hef's, good luck getting in)
Jan 5 House of Blues San Diego with Zebrahead, Authority Zero
November 7, 2006:
Punk Rock Families Wanted:
We got an e-mail from ABC the other day. They're looking for "punk rock" families (with kids ages 5-18) for their show "Wife Swap." The gig pays $20,000 for 10 days of filming. If you're interested, here's a flyer with more info. If you apply, be sure to mention you were referred by sandiegopunk.com (we get a small finders fee and all the money will go back into the site).
October 4, 2006:
"After almost four years as a band we have decided to take an indefinite break…I guess that just means that yes we are breaking up the band. But shit who knows maybe in a few years that huge reunion tour will happen?? There are no bad feelings at all, we just all had different ideas on what we wanted to do musically. Ted has moved to LA to play w/ The Willowz, Andrew has taken a teaching job, and Josh and I have already started a yet to be named project w/ Ryan and Dan from the band First Wave Hello. Thanks to everyone that ever came to show, bought a cd, or just sent us some love!
Make sure to check out the Operatic myspace and website for info on all our new music or to buy what’s left of the Operatic merch. Thanks again!"
Operatic on "indefinite break":
Here's the message straight from Jesse:
September 12, 2006:
Epicentre starts "Rock 'N Roll High":
The Epicentre is launching a new music program called the “Epicentre Backstage Pass Music Program.” The program includes Rock 'N Roll High, a series of classes taught by music professionals on how to book concerts, promote your band, play live and record CDs. In eight weekly sessions, Rock 'N Roll High provides "real world" experience. A new Rock 'N Roll High class starts Tuesday, October 24, 2006, 6:30PM. Call 858-271-4000 or visit epicentre.org for more information.
September 11, 2006:
The Creepy Creeps releasing new album:
The Creepy Creeps are getting ready to release a new self-titled album. Their debut on Inka is limited to 500 copies on green vinyl. You can pre-order from Inka starting September 16 or buy from the band at their CD release 10/27 at the Casbah (21+).
August 31, 2006:
Long Live Logos signs to Pacific Records:
Long Live Logos recently announced their signing to San Diego based Pacific Records. The band has a CD release show for their upcoming album October 4 at Epicentre.
August 11, 2006:
Get Back Loretta:
Get Back Loretta's new CD is now available to order via Pacific Records. The band has also been nominated for best pop band at this year's San Diego Music Awards.
August 11, 2006:
San Diego Music Awards:
It's that time of year again, the San Diego Music Awards are set to be held Monday, September 18 at Viejas Concerts in the Park. Several of our local favorites are up for awards in a wide range of categories, you can vote for your favorites at sdmusicawards.com.
July 13, 2006:
Love Juice Labs open in SD:
After several months of construction, Love Juice Labs San Diego Recording Studio (owned by Pacific Records) is now open for booking. Love Juice Labs has 5 other locations (in California and Arizona) in addition to this new San Diego branch. Love Juice uses industry standard mics, preamps, cutting-edge techniques, and a 24-bit signal path throughout the recording. For more info, check out lovejuicelabs.com or call 1-888-968-3555.
July 4, 2006:
The CD is limited to 500 copies, you can order your own at inkainc.com (click on the Red Onions button on the bands page to get all the ordering information you need). Inkainc is also offering 10% off to anyone who mentions "San Diego Punk" in their order e-mail.
The Red Onions release "Live at Sacred Grounds":
The Red Onions have teamed up with UK indie label Inka Inc to release "Live @ Sacred Grounds," a CD that captures the raw energy, passion and emotion of this band at their best. For those unfamilair, they have been described by the LA Weekly as a "Stooges/Black Flag/Stones/Hives hybrid."
June 1, 2006:
Three One G troubles:
Three One G has been putting out records in San Diego for over 10 years, and has hosted bands like the Locust, The Blood Brothers, Get Hustle, Some Girls, Quintron, and many many more. Recently, they have been having problems collecting overdue payment from Lumberjack, their former distributor. Click here to read the e-mail sent out by label owner Justin Pearson about the dispute.
May 31, 2006:
Counterfit working on posthumanous DVD/CD:
Counterfit recently announced through their myspace blog plans to release a DVD/CD combo. The DVD will include tour and documentary footage, music videos, and the band's final show performed December, 2004 at Ground Zero. The CD will be a collection of rare and unreleased tracks. Currently no release date is set.
May 30, 2006:
SD local wins My Chemical Romance t-shirt contest:
A local San Diegan, Joshua Kenyon, designed the winning shirt in a recent contest sponsored by Fuse. You can view the shirt here and you can buy it direct from Fuse or My Chemical Romance.
May 16, 2006:
We're on myspace:
So we broke down and caved into the mass media market that is myspace. If you're so inclined, you can add as at myspace.com/sdpunk.
May 2, 2006:
Win Operatic Gear:
Streetwise.com is running a contest giving away a copy of Operatic's latest CD, Killing Us Is Easy, along with a t-shirt, and a limited edition "Obey" Fender Telecaster. Enter the contest here.
April 15, 2006:
Larger Than Life calls it quits, forms new band:
After eight years on and off in the San Diego scene, the members of Larger Than Life have decided to go their separate ways. Roland, Justin, and Tony have formed a new band calledThe New Addiction, catch them live May 16 at Soma.
April 5, 2006:
As I Lay Dying to release old material:
As I Lay Dying is set to release "A Long March: The First Recordings" a collection of their older material released on Pluto Records. The disc will include 2001's "Beneath The Encasing Of Ashes," both a new recording and the original recording of the 2002 "EP," and the AILD tracks off the AILD/American Tragedy split. The collection will be released on Metal Blade Records.
April 5, 2006:
Mower releasing new album:
Local metal rockers Mower will be releasing their new album, "Not For You," on May 16. Check out the band this Friday night (April 7) at Canes (21+).
March 31, 2006:
New layout:
Welcome to the new version of sandiegopunk.com. We'll be fixing some minor problems and broken links over the next few days, please be patient with us. Thanks.
March 30, 2006:
Cheap Sex posts new video:
Cheap Sex has released a video for their song "Worst Enemy" off their upcoming release Written In Blood (due out in May). You can watch the video at http://youtube.com/watch?v=63BxB1XXwPg.
March 30, 2006:
Adam Gnade working on new album/new label:
Adam Gnade just inked a deal with Drowned in Sound Records to release his "talking records" in the UK (Loud and Clear will continue to release his records in the US). Gnade will be creating records specific and exclusive to each of his two labels.
Gnade is currently working on a 5-song EP called "Shout the Rafters Down!" set to be released this spring on Drowned in Sound. Gnade explained the EP will be "all new tracks, all 'talking songs' still, but more
song
structure orientated."
March 22, 2006:
Get Back Loretta signs to Pacific Records:
San Diego based Pacific Records announced a deal today with locals Get Back Loretta. Pacific will be re-releasing the band's 2005 self-titled release and is sending the boys to the studio to record a new full length this summer.
March 17, 2006:
suburbanhorror.com:
Our good friend Matt just started a new website covering national punk, indie, and hardcore bands. Be sure to check it out at suburbanhorror.com. You may have also noticed a lack of coverage of national bands on this website recently, that's because we're preparing to go exclusively local in our coverage starting this April. Keep your eyes peeled for a new website design which will help keep sandiegopunk.com a great source for all your local music needs.
March 15, 2006:
Wade Youman (Unwritten Law) joins Underminded:
Earlier this week, Underminded announced that former Unwritten Law drummer Wade Youman has joined the band, replacing Joe Mullen. The band is currently working on a new album, due out in this summer.
March 9, 2006:
Punk Core DVD Premiere at Black Wax:
Black Wax (in Parkway Plaza) is hosting a Punk Core DVD premiere/screening this Sunday at 7:00 PM. There will be free giveaways and Cheap Sex, The Scarred, and the Havoc will be on hand to view the screening and sign autographs. Event details:
Sunday, 3/12/06
Black Wax (Parkway Plaza Mall, El Cajon)
619-441-0802
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
March 9, 2006:
Get your band a gig at a Surf Dawgs game:
The San Diego Surf Dawgs (professional baseball team that plays in Tony Gwynn Stadium at SDSU) is having a promotion to get bands playing at Surf Dawg games. The catch, you need to sell some tickets to the game. Get all the details at:
http://www.sdsurfdawgs.com/subcontent.aspx?SecID=684
February 27, 2006:
Some Girls on Fox Rox:
If you're not watching Fox Rox, you really should be. Every show features both local and national acts doing in-studio performances, as well as other local music news. Some Girls (members of the Locust, The Plot to Blow Up the Eiffel Tower, and more) perform this week. You can watch at:
Thursday at Midnight on Fox 6
Saturday at 10:30 on Fox 6
Saturday at 11:30 on UPN
February 9, 2006:
Windows Media Player:
Quicktime:
New P.O.D. video:
P.O.D. has posted a new video for their song "Goodbye For Now." Check out the video at:
Real Player:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/pod/video/goodbyefornow.ram
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/pod/video/goodbyefornow-450.wvx
http://streamos.atlrec.com/qtime/atlantic/pod/video/goodbyefornow-450.mov
February 7, 2006:
Themusicedge.com would like to invite local San Diego bands to send in one song (radio edit only) to post on our top ten mini player on our myspace.com/themusicedge mini site as well as be featured with your local contemporaries on our Check This Out section on themusicedge.com. The first ten bands to mail a copy of their song and bio will be chosen for our first draft pick of San Diego talent. We’ll also thank them by band name on our eblast that goes out to over 30K subscribers and the ten bands selected will be given a show at Epicentre on a date to be determined.
Please Send Demo/singles to:
Get your band on themusicedge.com:
We just got this info from themusicedge.com and thought some of the local bands out there might be interested:
ATTN: San Diego Band Feature
The Music Edge
5790 Armada Dr.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
About themusicedge.com:
Themusicedge.com is a non-profit Web resource and online music magazine established in May 2003 to inform music fans about rising music trends, up-and-coming bands as well as inspire visitors to participate in active music playing by creating a strong virtual community as well as advise our 35K + visitors on alternative access for playing music.
February 4, 2006:
If your band would like to appear on Whiskey Records' "Groupies Suck" CD
compilations send an e-mail to promo@whiskeyrecords.com for submission
details. The label is looking to sign bands their upcoming SXSW CD compilation. Submissions are due by February 10. More info here.
Want your band on a nation-wide comp?:
San Diego based Whiskey Records has paired up with No Cover magazine (a national music/sports magazine) to produce CD
compilations to be included with the magazine and distributed worldwide.
February 3, 2006:
Right now you can enter your band to get on the cover of April's San Diego edition cover as well as a feature in the national magazine. Runners up are set to get some free advertising in the magazine as well. The contest is limited to 100 bands (giving you a 1/20 chance of winning one of the prizes). The catch: to enter you must subscribe to the national version of Interlude ($15). Bands interested in entering should go to interlude-magazine.com/gpage2.html. Hurry, the contest ends Sunday night, February 5 at 11:59 PM (or whenever 100 entries are reached). Good luck!
Get your band on the cover of San Diego's Interlude:
Interlude magazine is starting a (free) San Diego version of their publication set to hit the streets this March. The magazine will have a 50,000 copy distribution and the first issue will feature Fall Out Boy, All-American Rejects, Story of the Year and more national artists right along side locals like Pistolita, In Reverent Fear and A Dead Giveaway.
January 24, 2006:
Volunteer for Epicentre and/or Pacific Records:
This Saturday, January 28, Pacific Records and Epicentre are teaming up to hold a street team meeting. If you are interested in getting involved with a record label or great local venue, this is great opportunity (plus there's free pizza, drinks, CD giveaways, and more). The meeting is 2:00 - 2:45 at Epicentre (8450 Mira Mesa Blvd).
January 21, 2006:
Cheap Sex posts new song:
Cheap Sex has posted a new song titled "Russian Roulette" on their myspace page. The song is unmixed and unfinished, but should give fans a taste of what's to come off their full-length due out in May.
January 19, 2006:
Hot Monkey Love Cafe moving:
The HMLC will be forced out of their current University Avenue location this May. The venue has hosted over 3000 artists in the past 3.5 years and they're eager to find a new home, but they're asking for help. You can help the venue by coming to their shows, booking your band for one of their fundraisers, or making a donation. Stay up to date at hotmonkeylovecafe.com.
January 5, 2006:
Straight No Chaser releases new album:
Sure it's been out for 2 months, but we wanted to make sure everyone knew about their new album Panoramic. You can pick up the record at Off the Record, M-Theory (South
Park), Second Spin (PB) and Music Trader (PB), or online at the SNC website or SDMM. If you're skeptical, check out their myspace or better yet, a show. SNC plays 1/19 at the Ken Club (21+) with The Modlins (9 PM, free) and 1/28 at the State House (6344 El Cajon Blvd., 21+) with Reward Drive System, Your Favorite Band, and A Park Tradition
(9 PM, free).
January 4, 2006:
An Apology:
We recently discovered that this website listed a show posting for several openly racist bands. Upon realizing our error, the show was immediately removed. Please know that sandiegopunk.com believes in the equality of all people, regardless of ethnicity, religion, skin color, sexual preference, gender, etcetera. Furthermore, we do not wish to promote bands who engage in active forms of, or promote, racism. Every effort will be made to assure this event does not repeat itself.
December 23, 2005:
Cheap Sex to record new album:
Cheap Sex just announced they'll be heading into the studio this January to record a new full-length (tentatively titled Written In Blood). The album should be out in May, with a 3 week US tour to follow in August.
December 21, 2005:
Locals nominated for Taste of Choas Tour:
Astrea, Lower Definition, The Stranger's Six, and Worth Every Scar have been nominated to open up the Taste of Chaos tour February 16 at the Sports Arena. Go to myspace.com/tasteofchaos to vote for your favorite (you'll need to click on the San Diego date to vote).
December 21, 2005:
Early 80's Punk Rock Survivors:
Were you part of the punk rock scene in the late 70's or early 80's? Want to reconnect with people from that era? Toby Gibson (AKA Tobylifehater from Personal Conflict 81-84) has stared an online community for "early 80s punk survivors." Visit it at:
staringatthewalls.forumsplace.com
According to Toby "the site has two purposes, one, to help people that were involved with the punk scene and have drifted off reconnect with each other (or fish for info somewhat anonymously and then flee like the wind!); and, two, the site gives smaller less prominent bands get a little attention."
December 19, 2005:
Suffer the Heat releases full length:
Suffer the Heat has just put a new, self-titled full length. You can pick it up at Lou's and Spin Records. Check out some mp3s on myspace.
December 19, 2005:
Legal help for your band:
Steve Silva (formerly of Allotic) is now working at a law firm that's trying to help out local bands. If your band needs help with contract reviews (for record deals, merch, venue leases, etc), setting up band business accounts, or other legal matters, get in touch at Steven@lawrw.com or lawrw.com.
December 14, 2005:
The Transit War:
TTW is re-releasing last year's independently released ...Ah Discordia! on their new label, Orange Peal Records. The re-release will feature an enhanced CD (with several live songs as well as other goodies) and is available starting January 10, 2006. The band is also putting together their first street team, The Transit Warriors, get info on how to join here.
December 14, 2005:
Ex-Counterfit member's searching for musicians:
Marc and Adam Allen (formerly of Counterfit) are looking for musicians (vocals, bass, rhodes/piano, cello, percussion, drums, guitar) to form a new project. Check out samples at and get more info at purevolume or myspace.
December 14, 2005:
Psycho Records:
Willie (Drapes, WorldWide Concerts) has started up a new record label, Psycho Records, to promote the local scene. Psycho Records will have a booth at a number of upcoming Southern California concerts (including the Mohawk Revolution 4 Tour in 2006), and a portion of all profits will be put towards starting a non-profit charity to raise money and awareness to help fight kidney disease.
November 21, 2005:
Pacific Records Retail Opens New Store:
Pacific Records has been running a retail shop out of Epicentre for over a year now. On December 10th, they'll be opening a second location inside Ground Zero. The stores are DIY and teen run, so be sure to support them. Pacific Records has also launched a a website specifically for their retail locations. You can stop by the Pacific Records stores to pick up a variety of local and national releases, as well as sandiegopunk.com t-shirts at their Epicentre location (shirts are also available at the M-Theory Annex in South Park, or via mailorder).
November 21, 2005:
Spare Change recording on hold:
The latest round of recording for the next full length from Spare Change has been put on hold. Ron Wilson's (the bands drummer of 10 years) has moved to a town near Flagstaff, AZ, and is being replaced by Adam Chini (Lights and Sirens). Check out Spare Change's first all ages show with Adam December 3 at Soma.
November 20, 2005:
Spine of the Times:
Spine of the Times is an all local comp being put out entirely by local artists (with no label help). The comp will feature 14 songs from 7 bands (Tailgunner, Plastic Explosive, Spell Toronto, First Wave Hello, The Transit War, Hot Like (A) Robot and Crash Encore), and will be given away for free. Make sure to check out one of the following release shows for the comp:
November 25 @ The Casbah (21+): Spell Toronto, The Transit War, Plastic Explosive, Tailgunner
December 9 @ The Ken Club (21+): Tailgunner, First Wave Hello, Hot Like (A) Robot, Crash Encore
(All ages release show is in the works, we'll keep you updated)
Get more info on the comp at SpineOfTheTimes.net.
October 30, 2005:
Head Wound City Release Party/E-Card:
Head Wound City just posted an e-card for their new album coming out on Three One G. They're also throwing a release party on Tuesday, November 8th at Kadan (30th and Adams) with guest DJs including band members Justin Pearson and Gabe Serbian (21+, free).
October 30, 2005:
Head Wound City Release Party/E-Card:
Head Wound City just posted an e-card for their new album coming out on Three One G. They're also throwing a release party on Tuesday, November 8th at Kadan (30th and Adams) with guest DJs including band members Justin Pearson and Gabe Serbian (21+, free).
October 2, 2005:
M-Theory to Open Third Store:
M-Theory Records just announced they will be opening a third location this November in Mission Hills (915 W Washington Street). The store will have both used and new sections, but in-store performances will remain limited to the original South Park location.
September 25, 2005:
Loud and Clear Records is currently putting together our second compilation of San Diego bands. It is as yet untitled… but the line-up is already taking shape. If any local bands would like to submit a track, please send it to the address below. No genre will be ruled out altogether, but if you sound like Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance and/or Hawthorne Heights, please save the money on shipping and keep your music to yourself. High-quality recordings only, tentative due date for masters is 10/29.
Loud and Clear Records
Loud + Clear Records looking for local artists:
Loud + Clear Records is putting out another local compilation. If you're a band that's interested in getting on the disc, read on for the press release from the label:
ATTN: SD COMP
PO BOX 502183
SAN DIEGO, CA 92150
September 11, 2005:
Katrina Benefit Show:
Seniors at Guajome Park Academy in Vista are trying to put together a benefit show for Katrina victims that will go off in November or December at Soma. If you're a band that's interested in playing, or want to help out, contact Erica at Slice_girl13@yahoo.com or (760) 481-4610.
If you can't get involved in this one, there's several other benefit shows going on, including one tonight at the Casbah with Goodbye Blue Monday, Ilya, First Wave Hello, and more.
September 3, 2005:
On Halloween night in San Diego, Rocket from the Crypt will be playing our farewell show. After 16 years of scars and ear damage all in the name of spreading goodwill and the Rock N Roll doctrine, we will take the stage for the last time on our favorite day of the year. We know that it is very difficult for those around the world to be with us for this celebration, but we invite all that have been a part of this awesome ride to come out one more time and give it up for the band. We will offer those that have supported and fueled us the first opportunity to purchase tickets. The show is taking place in a hotel ballroom and room packages will be offered with the tickets if you desire.
RIP: Rocket From the Crypt:
San Diego legends Rocket From The Crypt have decided to call it a day. The band will be playing a farewell show (21+) October 31 at the Westin Horton Plaza Grand Ballroom. Speedo made the following post to rftc.com earlier this week:
September 2, 2005:
We are writing now to inform you all that there has been a change in the
irradio camp. After much deliberation, our bassplayer, Chad, has
decided that at this time his musical path must diverge from
irradio’s.
Irradio Loses Bassist:
Chad Tuthill has decided to part ways with Irradio. The band made the following annoucement via their e-mail list yesterday:
That means that we need a new bassplayer! If you want to tryout, or
know of anyone that would/should, please email dan@irradiomusic.com.
We are chomping at the bit, so bring it!
(Chad will still be playing with us locally until we get a permanent
replacement, so you have not seen the last of Chad quite yet).
September 1, 2005:
Adam Gnade's record pushed back:
Adam Gnade's upcoming release on Loud + Clear Records, Run Hide Retreat Surrender, has been pushed back to November 15, 2005. In the meantime, Adam has made the entirety of his previous album (Shiv Shiv Shake) available for download on his purevolume site. For those unfamiliar with Adam's music and his contribution to the San Diego community, catch up with him in an interview we did here.
August 31, 2005:
P/T, 20-30 hrs/wk mandatory wkends $8-$10/hr. A professional, detailed oriented, friendly person needed to assist on concert nights and personnel duties. Knowledge of Excel, Access, and Microsoft Word, able to maintain database is required. Assist in Epicentre productions, deposits, box office duties, and supervision of all venue staff. Contact Jerry at jfigueroa@harmonium-inc.com or call 858.271.4000 ext. 21.
Epicentre is Hiring:
The Epicentre is hiring an assistant venue manager. If you're interested, here's the info:
August 21, 2005:
Guerrilla Gorilla:
Brandan and Bruce from Sk8 or Die and a member from xelliotfuckinsmithx have joined forced to form Guerrilla Gorilla. Check them out on myspace.
August 21, 2005:
New Age Records - Coming of Age Fest:
New Age Records' Coming of Age fest will be kicking off at the Metaphor Cafe in Escondido on September 16 with Redtape, Hellfire Trigger, Countdown to Life, Aftermath of a Trainwreck, and Angels Die. The shows will continue on the 17th and 18th at the showcase theatre in Corona with Countervail, A18, Where Eagles Die, and more. Get more info at newagerecords.com.
August 18, 2005:
Che volunteers would like to remind everybody that the Che plumbing, while fixed, is still very old. This means that cramming anything other than toilet paper and feces down there will create more blockages, resulting in more plumbing problems, leading to more cancelled shows. Please put everything else in the trash-cans, or waste recepticles.
Che Bathrooms Fixed:
The Che bathrooms are now fixed, so all shows will continue as planned. Get more info at sandiegocore.com, but for now, at least take in this note:
August 18, 2005:
Punk Vs. Punk Documentary:
Punk Vs. Punk is a film being released documenting the San Diego punk scene. Directed by Shane Vozar (one of the founders of Mormo Zine) it will have love footage, interviews, and recording footage. You can see a preview for it online now at http://media.putfile.com/webpreview.
August 13, 2005:
Yup, that's right! As many of you know, the Che bathrooms have never been great, but recently they took a turn for the worse. Due to people shoving cans, tampons, towels, etc. down the toilets a leak developed in the plumbing which happens to leak into other parts of the building. All shows are cancelled until the plumbing is fixed. UCSD maintenance has been called, so we expect that the problem will be resolved by Thursday. More updates will be posted as we have them.
All Che Cafe shows cancelled until further notice:
We just saw this on sandiegocore.com:
August 8, 2005:
SD Music Awards:
The nominees for the 15th Annual San Diego Music Awards have been announced. Head on over to sdmusicawards.com for all the info. You can vote for your favorites from now until August 31, 2005. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony at
Humphrey's by the Bay on Monday, September 12, at 7pm.
July 20, 2005:
Averian:
Emo/pop/indie rockers Averian (ex A Dead Giveaway) have posted some new songs from their upcoming EP, Ambitions to Find and Test Yourself, on their purevolume site. Check out the band with Still Life Projector, Folly, and Chiodos August 8th at the Blvd (21+).
July 19, 2005:
Ground Zero still open:
We're sure most of you have figured it out by now, but for those who haven't heard, the venue Ground Zero out in El Cajon never did shut down this past June as it was rumored to. The venue had some staffing changes, but is still putting on shows as normal. You can stay up to date with the venue at groundzeroconcerts.net or myspace.com/thegroundzerovenue.
July 18, 2005:
West Memphis Three Benefit:
Locals the Sniffs, Pretty in Stereo, Revenge Club, the Wastrels, and Weapon of Man's Destruction are teaming up to raise money for the West Memphis Three this Saturday, July 23rd at the Zombie Lounge (3519 El Cajon Blvd, 21+). Get to the show early for raffles and prizes, and to support the cause. The West Memphis Three have been held in prison for over 11 years for crimes they did not commit, get more information at wm3.org.
July 17, 2005:
We are currently writing and recording a batch of new songs. We are doing everything ourselves. We're calling the project, "Greenfield Sessions" and we will be posting Mp3's of the songs here on our site as they get completed...
Greenfield rehearsal studios is where we've been practicing off & on for years. We wrote some of "Songs in the Key of Bree", all of "Barfly" and some of 28 Teeth there. We also shot the video for "Water in my Head" at Greenfield.
The Greenfield sessions are a great opportunity to continue to do what we love... Write, Record and Play Music!! We love the idea of producing the stuff ourselves and posting on our site for the world to hear.
Since we don't tour very much anymore, this is a great way to stay in touch with all the friends we've made thru our years on the road...
See Buck-O-Nine live Friday, August 12th at Soma with the Suicide Machines and October 14th at the Knitting Factory (Los Angeles) with Mustard Plug and the Toasters.
Buck-O-Nine releases another new mp3:
Buck-O-Nine has posted another new song called "I Am the One" on their website. The band recently made the following post on their website:
July 10, 2005:
sandiegocore.com up:
Our good friends Spence and Dan have recently taken over and re-launched sandiegocore.com. The site is a resource specific to San Diego hardcore and has show listings, interviews, record reviews, an active message board, and more. We'll be posting interviews with Spence and Dan about the site re-launch and their various other projects (both play in the hardcore band Last Priest, Dan is a studio and live sound engineer, and Spence has been a long time active volunteer at the Che Cafe) soon.
July 10, 2005:
New Venue: The Basement:
The Basement is a brand new venue opening underneath Off the Record's new location at 2912 University Ave (at 30th Street) in North Park. The venue is all ages, can hold 100 ticket buyers, and is being ran in a DIY manner. All shows for now are starting at 6:30 P.M. (with bands starting promptly at 7:00). Go out and support the first show at the Basement this upcoming Saturday, July 16th with Airport 81 and the Pinwheels. Bands interested in playing the Basement should e-mail basementinfo-AT-hotmail.com
July 10, 2005:
In-Stores at New Music Trader:
The Kensington Music Trader (4072 Adams Ave) will be hosting its second in-store performance this Sunday, July 17th with Please Mr. Gravedigger, the show is free and starts at 8:00 PM. The store is looking to do one in-store a month for both locals and touring bands. Bands interested in playing should stop by the store to drop off a demo, or call 619-563-0826.
July 10, 2005:
Hot Sneaks Breaks Up:
Hot Snakes has decided to part ways after they finish up they're remaining tour dates (a few in Europe, Australia, New York) according to a news post on Swami Records. They'll be playing what appears to be their final San Diego show August 8th at the Casbah (21+) with the Heartaches and the Husbands.
July 2, 2005:
Hellfire Trigger CD release:
Vista's Hellfire Trigger is releasing their latest album Sent Down to Burn this month on New Age Records. Check out their (FREE!) CD release show July 9 at the Shack of Horrors in Oceanside with Young Republic and Angels Die.
June 24, 2005:
Sandiegopunk.com at Warped Tour:
We're going to be at this year's San Diego Warped Tour giving out stickers and selling our newly printed t-shirts. We're sharing space with our friends at Pacific Records who are bringing their entire record store on the tour with them (update: Brian from Pacific Records just told us that all Pacific Record releases will be on sale for only $5 at their Warped Tour booth!). So please stop by, say hello, and keep us company. Can't make it to the Warped Tour? T-shirts are on sale at the Pacific Records store inside Epicentre and at M-Theory Records in South Park.
June 24, 2005:
Adam Gnade signs to Loud + Clear:
Former Fahrenheit editor Adam Gnade just inked a deal with San Diego's own Loud + Clear Records to release his next spoken word/prose musical adventure. The album, Run Hide Retreat Surrender, will be released on October 25th. You can read an interview with Adam we just completed talking about his music, the days of Fahrenheit, and the San Diego scene in general here.
June 24, 2005:
Comfortable For You Breaking Up:
It's official, Comfortable for You is calling it quits. The band will release their second full length, My Entire Life is Lie, July 7th at the Casbah (with Desert City Soundtrack and label mates Goodbye Blue Monday) and then go their separate ways. The band's spokesman Brian Wilson made the following statement on their website:
Comfortable for you is dead, long live Comfortable for you. What else is there to say? We were a band. Nothing more, nothing less. For three and a half years we gave this band our lives. After 6 tours and 6 members I think we all agree that we have done more than any of us ever thought to be possible. For that we owe a huge debt of gratitude to all who ever came to a show, gave us a floor to sleep on, or helped us in anyway. You are all a part of this and always will be.....thank you.
June 20, 2005:
Interview with Warren Fitzgerald:
We just posted an interview with Warren Fitzgerald of the Vandals. Warren has just completed and released Cake Boy a comedy written by him and directed by Vandals' bassist Joe Escalante. Find out all about it here.
June 10, 2005:
Greg Graffin on Guerilla Radio this Sunday:
Tune in to Rock 105.3's Guerilla Radio this Sunday night, June 12 to hear Bad Religion frontman Greg Graffin in the studio. Greg will be discussing the band, religion, politics, and much more. The show airs
between 6pm-8pm PT and can be streamed online during the show at rock1053.com/guerillaradio.html.
June 9, 2005:
The band has also just finished recording their new album with producer Sal Villanueva (Thursday, Taking Back Sunday) and it is now being mixed by Matt Squire (Thrice, Northstar, The Receiving End Of Sirens). The album will be out in September of Warcon Records. In the meantime, you can check out My American Heart June 11th at the final Groundzero show with Get Back Loretta, Jupiter, and Goodbye Tomorrow, or at this year's Warped Tour.
My American Heart launches new website, filming video:
My American Heart has launched what they're calling a "tempory website" at myamericanheartrock.com. The band is filming a video for their new song "The Process" June 12th and 13th and they're looking for 20 couples (the video takes place in a ballroom) to take part. They ask for people (over 18) interested to send a "message with a picture and some info about yourself" (you can contact the band via their myspace page or their website.
June 6, 2005:
Hot Like (A) Robot needs a drummer:
Hot Like (A) Robot just lost their drummer and is looking for a replacement ASAP so they can play their Warped Tour dates. If you can help the band out, get in touch via their myspace page.
May 31, 2005:
Real2Reel Records Changes Names:
As of Monday, May 23 Real2Reel Records has officially changed its name to Pacific Records. Owner Brian Witkin cited the difficulty of correctly spelling the name and the fact that the name is already licensed as reasons for the change.
May 31, 2005:
Pacific Records Retail Store Expanding/Hiring:
The Pacific Records store located inside Epicentre (formally Real2Reel Records) will be more than doubling their square footage inside Epicentre this week. The extra space will allow the store to host in-store concerts as well as increase their collection. Bands interested in getting their CD in the store or people interested in working as a clerk should e-mail the store at recordstore@real2reelrecords.com
or stop by any show or weekday from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. The store will also be going on this years Warped Tour for over seven dates including San Diego.
May 28, 2005:
Agent 51 Back in Action:
Agent 51 is returning for what they claim could be their "last show." They'll be performing at Soma on Thursday, June 9th at Soma with a line-up featuring Chris Armes (back again), Eric Davis, Sean Scura, and Adam Rapps (of Pivit fame). They're still scheduled to release an EP this summer as well. Stay up to date on all things Agent 51 at their myspace page.
May 24, 2005:
Pluto Records (Please Mr. Gravedigger, Divide the Day)
is looking for a few good men/women to join a nationwide
street team aimed at promoting their bands' releases.
Benefits will of course be included so if you are
interested please email the Pluto Street Team at:
streetteam@plutorecords.com
Pluto Records Street Team:
We got this e-mail today, thought some of you may be interested:
May 16, 2005:
In Your Face TV streaming online:
You can now stream clips from In Your Face TV at justenoughtv.com. The site has interviews and music videos that were aired on In Your Face TV. The show (started here in San Diego) has now expanded all over the US, Canada, and even Japan, get more info at inyourface-tv.com.
May 3, 2005:
Tailgunner on Road Rules:
Last night T