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Saturday, November 8, 2008
Blessthefall Start Anew
Blessthefall is about to begin their first tour with new lead singer, Beau Bokan.
Tour Dates
November 17 – Bakersfield, CA @ Jerry’s Pizza
November 18 – Modesto, CA @ Modesto Virtual
November 19 – Orangevale, CA @ The Boardwalk
November 20 – Fresno, CA The Belmont (The Exit)
November 21 – St. George, UT @ The Electric Theater
November 22 – Scottsdale, AZ @ The Venue of Scottsdale
After releasing their first-ever single with Bokan on their MySpace page last month, they have now released their second one: "We'll Sleep When We're Dead"
Greeley Estates Upcoming Tour
Greeley Estates will be performing songs from its latest album Go West Young Man, Let the Evil Go East for the first time starting Nov. 16 on their tour with Alesana.
Tour Dates
November 16 - Lansing , MI @ Mac’s Bar |
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| November 18 - Aurora , IL @ Doug’s Rockhouse Grill November 19 - Iowa City , IA @ Picador November 20 - St. Louis , MO @ Fubar November 21 - Joplin , MO @ The Foundry November 22 - Oklahoma City , OK @ Bricktown November 23 - Little Rock , AR @ The Village November 24 - Evansville , IN @ Boney Junes November 25 - Nashville , TN @ Rocketown November 26 - Louisville , KY @ Club Oasis November 28 - Columbia , SC @ The New Brookland Tavern November 29 - Raleigh , NC @ Lincoln Theatre November 30 - Charlotte , NC @ Amos December 1 - Altoona , PA @ Jaggard December 2 - Scranton , PA @ Tink’s December 3 - Asbury Park , NJ @ Stone Pony December 5 - Poughkeepsie , NY @ The Chance December 6 - Lancaster , PA @ Chameleon Club December 7 - Allentown , PA @ Crocodile Rock |
Norma Jean Contest
One winner will be chosen from each day of Norma Jean's current headlining tour with Haste the Day and The Showdown to get to stand on stage with Norma Jean. To enter go here: WWW.DiNGLIFE.COM/NORMAJEAN One grand prize winner will be chosen to also receive a XBOX 360.
Tour Dates:
Sat/Nov-08 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom
Sun/Nov-09 Hartford, CT Webster Theatre
Tue/Nov-11 Baltimore, MD Ram's Head Live
Wed/Nov-12 Norfolk, VA The NorVa
Thu/Nov-13 Charlotte, NC Tremont
Fri/Nov-14 Charleson, SC Music Farm
Sat/Nov-15 Atlanta, GA Masquerade
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Reel Big Fish Worldwide
Ska giants Reel Big Fish are scheduled to begin their worldwide tour on October 30th in Brazil in support of its upcoming 10-track album of cover songs Fame, Fortune and Fornication.
Between October and March, the band will be everywhere from Argentina and Mexico to the UK and Russia.
The new album, available beginning January 20 of next year, will include covers of Tom Petty, The Eagles and Van Morrison, among others.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Have You Seen this Girl?
Weezer recently posted a bulletin on iLike, which is their version of putting a face on a milk carton.
It says:
"We are trying to locate a female student that was in Rivers’ English 97 Sophomore Writing Tutorial with Professor Nancy Yousef in the Spring of 1997 at Harvard. If anyone remembers the women in this class (or if you were in the class with Rivers), please contact us immediately. Note: the surest way to contact us is via email: karl@weezer.com"
Any theories on why he is looking for her?
Photo Credit: engagements.ca
Is it just a Dream?
It was around so briefly, you may have thought you dreamt the whole thing up, but now three of the four members of the pop-band known as Dream are reuniting, and even making music again!
Now you might not even remember the all-female, song and dance foursome Dream, especially if you were not a fan of the teen-pop/boyband genre. (Honestly, who wasn't?) Just in case you don't here's a quick refresher course.
- Puff Daddy (as he was known at the time) signed Dream to his record label in 1999
- The band's first single "He Loves You Not" peaked at #2 on the U.S. singles charts in 2001.
- Dream opened for both Britney Spears and 'N Sync in 2001.
Meanwhile, taking over the Dream namesake, are two teen girls named Jordan McCoy and Hunter Pecunia. They are holding auditions for new members via YouTube. To enter, send in a video of yourself singing and dancing to www.youtube.com/officialdreamtv.
Check out the video of the new Dream singing Rhianna's "Disturbia!"
Jonas Brothers Get a Virus
I admit I haven't made it through this entire song/video yet. I think that maybe if they took the "lovebug" part out of this song, it may be halfway decent.
Just For Fun!
In case you are bored, here is an amusing tetris-like game.
You need to choose "Yes, I understand" before you can play.
Election Spirit
I hope everyone is enjoying the political videos! The Election Spirit is strong at The Rock Circus. Let us know what you think.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
"Harsh Realms" is Harsh on the Ears
Against Me! member gone soloist Tom Gabel recently posted the music video for his song Harsh Realms on MySpace.
Warning: Due to lack of vocal talent, this song is an instant headache.
Harsh Realms
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Copeland Makes Us Happy
Copeland released its new album, You Are My Sunshine, today, both on-line and in stores.
If you prefer to preview the album before you buy it, AOL Music is streaming the entire album.
The band's headlining tour, assisted by Lydia and Lovedrug is scheduled to start up on October 21st in Carrborro, NC.
Graphic Credit: myspace.com/copeland
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Election 2008 Poll
Let your voice be heard on the Rock Circus by letting us know who you will be voting for in the upcoming presidential election.
More updates coming soon!
Graphic Credit: cunyjschool.pbwiki.com
Friday, October 3, 2008
Don't Vote...Or...Do
REGISTER TO VOTE AND VOTE! IF YOU DON'T STAND UP FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE, WHO WILL?
Johnny Cash Tribute PREVIEW
You can preview two tracks from the upcoming album, All Aboard: A Tribute to Johnny Cash, by clicking here. The songs that are streaming on the website are the Flatliners' cover of "Cry, Cry, Cry" and Onguard's cover of "Give My Love to Rose."
The tribute album, which will have 16 Johnny Cash songs covered by various artists will be available to the public on October 21st.
Graphic Credit: myspace.com/weareanchorlessrecords
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Rock Insatiable Has Moved!
We've moved. Our new address is: http://therockcircus.blogspot.com/ Please update your bookmarks!
Rock Insatiable has decided to merge with another well-respected blog: The Tinseltown Circus. The Tinseltown Circus provides you with the latest celebrity gossip and news. We are very excited for the collaboration!
This does not mean that the content of Rock Insatiable will be any different. It only means that we will be offering more up-to-date information on a wider variety of topics...and we also have a new name.
If you wish to avoid the celebrity news, please do not worry. We're still the same...only better!
Any questions on the collaboration or anything else can still be e-mailed to RockInsatiable@aim.com
Monday, September 29, 2008
Against Me! Frontman to Launch Tour, Video Diary
In support of his new solo project, Against Me!'s front man, Tom Gabel, will embark on a tour with colleagues Chuck Ragan, Hot Water Music; Ben Nichols, Lucero; and Tim Barry, Avail. The Revival Tour starts October 31 in Pomona, California, and will feature solo sets from all four artists.
Additionally, Gabel has committed to posting one video per week on his myspace page.
Sire Records will release Gabel's solo album "Heart Burns" on October 28th.
Preview of When the World Comes Down
Photo Credit: blueshallow.comDIY: Radiohead Remix
Radiohead is throwing starter DJs a bone by releasing all the individual tracks for its song "Reckoner." Click here to get the different parts, and here to upload your remix for the world to hear.
We can't wait to hear the Fuckasaurus Rex version!
Graphic Credit: ax.photos.apple.com
Bokan to Fix Broken Band
Blessthefall announced that it has selected a new lead singer: Beau Bokan.
Former-vocalist Craig Mabbit quit the band back in 2007; in the middle of Blessthefall's tour with Silverstein.
Bokan is a native of Los Angeles, who currently resides in Huntington Beach.
"It was not an easy task finding a singer who can sing well, rock out and, most importantly, fit in with the band and click with the four of us, drummer Matt Traynor said, according to a press release. "[Beau] is the nicest dude we have tried out and sings like a beast."
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Boondock Saints Sequel?
I hate to even buy into the hype at all, considering The Boondock Saints director, Troy Duffy, has announced that he is set to make the sequel of the cult famous movie over and over with no results. However, now Duffy is posting videos on his YouTube page of the supposed "pre-production" measures going on with the sequel, All Saints Day. I'm not exactly sure what to believe. I would love a sequel, but I've been lead on so many times before. The project still isn't up on IMDB.
Here is an example of one of the pre-production videos
Speaking of The Boondock Saints, one of the movie's stars, Norman Reedus, is a fan of Paula Ashlee Jewelry. Click here to read the full story.
Space Theme is More-Than-Fitting for Walter Meego
Justin Sconza of Walter Meego pays little attention to the crowd during a performance at The Echo. The trendy Silverlake and Echo Park areas of Los Angeles are finding very comfortable new tenants in the Walter Meego members.
The band performed along with a third member, Andrew Bernhardt, who is also living with them in the Los Angeles area right now. Bernhardt is increasingly moving towards becoming a permanent member of the band, but, according to Walter Meego, is not officially part of it yet because he was not there when the band formed.
As for which city the guys like better of Chicago and Los Angeles, neither one of them could decide, citing that they were just two different places.
Likewise, Sconza said that performing live and recording in a studio are “two different things,” and that he did not prefer one to the other. Performing live gives you more “freedom”, if you define freedom as “the right to make mistakes.”
In both mediums, Walter Meego takes the liberty of playing around with various electronic sounds and distortions, which, in this case, kept them occupied during the performance.
The band played straight through without stopping to talk to the audience, and barely took a breath before the last note of the last song before packing up their gear and heading offstage.
Perhaps the strict music-only policy the band members seemed to have on stage is a result of the transition into "Walter Meego," an alias that Sconza said "exists only in our minds."
It makes sense, considering Sconza did act and sound like two different people when he was on and off stage.
The light display during the performance was severely lacking for the psychedelic tone of Walter Meego’s act. Sconza and Yarck said they would love to have a better light show, but their restricted resources make it difficult to pull off right now.
We’re “limited in the sense of our staff,” Sconza said.
The Walter Meego official website (http://www.waltermeego.com) is as trippy as the music the band plays. You need to navigate space and the constellations in order to navigate the site. Sconza said he and Yarck made up the idea for the site, which goes along with the theme of Walter Meego’s recently released album Voyager. Sconza said he is intrigued by space because it is “the final frontier.”
It certainly seems like an appropriate theme for a band that somehow manages to blend live guitar, falsetto vocals and synthesizers into something that just makes you want to dance.
Check out a clip of the live performance!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Comprehensive Rise Against Update!
Rise Against has a lot of new sh*t going on lately. Let's break it down...
Album Pre-Order: The new album Appeal to Reason is still available for pre-order on iTunes, now. The actual album release date is Oct. 7. Pre-order now and you'll also receive a special live version of "Prayer of the Refugee."
New Video: The music video for the single "Re-Education (Through Labor) premiered recently on MTV2. You can watch it here. You can also watch the making of the video.
Upcoming Tour: Rise Against is suiting up for its tour with Alkaline Trio, Thrice and Gaslight Anthem. Stay tuned for more updates!
Contest: Independent Music is giving away a Rise Against prize pack in a contest. The prize includes a sticker, album poster and CD single. To enter the contest click here!
Photo Credit: z.about.com
What's New for New Found Glory?
Pop-punk veterans, New Found Glory, recently signed with Epitaph Records. You can expect to hear more from them in 2009, as they are currently working on their next album with Mark Hoppus (former-Blink182).
Photo Credit: static.last.fm
Watch Californication and Dexter for Free!
Photo Credit: watchcalifornicationonline.googlepages.comThursday, September 18, 2008
The Bronx- New Album and Tour
The Bronx, a Los Angeles-based punk band, is set to release its third, self-titled album on November 11th. One song off of the album, "Knifeman" can currently be streamed on the band's MySpace page.
Canadian residents can catch The Bronx on tour with Bad Religion during the following dates:
9/19- Saskatoon, Sk
9/20- Winnipeg, MB
9/22- Thunder Bay, ON
9/24- Toronto, ON
9/25- Kitchener, ON
9/26- Montreal, QU
9/28- Ottowa, ON
9/29- Quebec, QU
9/20- Moncton, NB
10/1- Halifax, NS
Additionally, you can catch The Bronx portraying the band Black Flag in the movie The Germs: What We Do Is Secret.
Photo Credit: thebronxx.com
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Cold War Kids - On Tour!
Cold War Kids are going on tour. The dates are below. Don't forget their new cd, Loyalty to Loyalty comes out September 23rd!
09/20/08 Street Scene/ San Diego, CA
09/24/08 Henry Fonda / Los Angeles, CA
09/25/08 Great American Music Hall / San Francisco, CA
09/26/08 Great American Music Hall / San Francisco, CA
09/27/08 Wonder Ballroom / Portland, Oregon
09/28/08 Richards On Richards / Vancouver, B.C., Canada
09/29/08 The Showbox at the Market / Seattle, Washington
10/01/08 The Neurolux / Boise, Idaho
10/02/08 In The Venue / Salt Lake City, Utah
10/03/08 Boulder Theatre / Boulder, Colorado
10/10/08 Fine Line Music Cafe / Minneapolis, Minnesota
10/11/08 Vic Theare / Chicago, Illinois
10/14/08 Paradise Rock Club / Boston, Massachusetts SOLD OUT
10/15/08 Webster Hall / New York, New York
10/16/08 Williamsburg Music Hall / Brooklyn, New York SOLD OUT
10/17/08 Theatre of Living Arts / Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10/18/08 Nightclub 9:30 / Washington, D.C.
10/20/08 Cat's Cradle / Carrabo, North Carolina
10/21/08 Mercy Lounge / Nashville, Tennessee
10/23/08 Lola's / Ft. Worth, Texas
10/24/08 Emo's Alt Lounge-Outside / Austin, Texas
10/25/08 Warehouse Live / Houston, Texas
10/26/08 Voodoo Music Experience / New Orleans, Louisiana
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Just For Fun!
It's been a long time since I enjoyed anything produced by Saturday Night Live, but this I truly appreciated.
Help us all if Sarah Palin becomes president
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Just For Fun!- New Rocker Jewelry Line!
I unveiled my on-line store of original handmade jewelry Friday at PaulaAshleeJewelry.webs.com. Paula Ashlee Jewelry’s pieces are all handmade.
This distinctive quality of the line ensures that every individual piece is entirely unique. It's a way for me to tap into unused creativity that I have. I can’t draw or paint well, but I love being artistic and creating things.
Paula Ashlee jewelry’s style is youthful, but sophisticated. The pieces are made from high quality materials like 14 karat gold and sterling silver, but are vibrantly colorful and creative.
When I sit down to create something, I make sure that it is something that I would wear and love. Each piece of jewelry reflects my personal style, but I’m always branching out and trying new designs.
Check out the websi
te to accessorize any outfit!
This distinctive quality of the line ensures that every individual piece is entirely unique. It's a way for me to tap into unused creativity that I have. I can’t draw or paint well, but I love being artistic and creating things.
Paula Ashlee jewelry’s style is youthful, but sophisticated. The pieces are made from high quality materials like 14 karat gold and sterling silver, but are vibrantly colorful and creative.
When I sit down to create something, I make sure that it is something that I would wear and love. Each piece of jewelry reflects my personal style, but I’m always branching out and trying new designs.
Check out the websi
te to accessorize any outfit!Calexico plays World Music Festival
Calexico will be playing at Chicago's World Music Festival which runs from September 19th through the 25th. Oh and admission is free. FREE.
What could be better than that?
For more info, check out the official World Music Festival site.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Johnny Cash Tribute Album Will Benefit Underprivileged Breast Cancer Patients
Anchorless Records will release a Johnny Cash Tribute album for which all the proceeds will go to the Syrentha Savio Endowment, a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to underprivileged breast cancer patients.
The album, entitled All Aboard: A Tribute to Johnny Cash, is set for release on October 21. It will be streamed on www.Punknews.org.
The Bouncing Souls, MxPx and The Dreseden Dolls (featuring Franz Nicolay of The Hold Steady) are among some of the bands that are featured on the album.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Watch Kings of Leon Home Movies!
Photo Credit: smh.comCan't wait for this album!
Soon...
Hey everyone! Elisa here. Just letting you know I'm still alive. Work has been hectic, everyday I worked 11 hours straight. Expect some updates from me featuring your favorite rock acts in a couple days.
Monday, September 1, 2008
Rock Insatiable Pleasures
The last poll asked our readers what song is their favorite guilty pleasure?
The winner?
"Jessie's Girl" by Rick Springfield with 40% of the vote.
Runners Up:
"Toxic" by Britney Spears- 20%
"Bye Bye Bye" by 'N Sync- 20%
"Wannabe" by Spice Girls- 20%
Our new poll will pick the best end of summer song, so make sure you vote!
Photo Credit: userserve-ak.last.fm
Festival in Photos
San Francisco Outside Lands Festival (August 22-24)
Radiohead
Some of the crowd.
Liars
Regina Spektor
Bon Iver
Andrew Bird
Wilco
Doghouse Records Has A Puppy
Doghouse Records recently signed local Virginia band, The Bigger Lights, to its label. The band's EP, Fiction Fever, is set for digital release on October 7. For more information on The Bigger Lights, click here.
Good News
Rock Insatiable's technical problem are almost entirely cleared up! So expect lots of updates coming this way soon!
Thanks for your patience!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Skull Candy Customizes Slightly Stoopid
Music accessory company, Skull Candy, designed a pair of customized headphones for band Slightly Stoopid.
Independent Music is having a contest to win a pair of the headphones, along with a copy of the band's new album, Slightly Not Stoned Enough to Eat Breakfast Yet Stoopid.
To enter send an e-mail to contest.indiependentmusic@
Photo Credit: 100xr.com
Avenged Sevefold Live, September 16
Hard-rock band, Avenged Sevenfold will release its first live DVD and CD, "Live in the LBC & Diamonds in the Rough," on September 16. You can watch the trailer for the DVD here:
You can catch Avenged Sevenfold headlining on tour next month on the following dates:
9/06 Huntington, WV WAMX Festival
9/09 Quebec City, QC Pavilon de la Jeunesse
9/10 Montreal, QC Metropolis
9/11 Toronto, ON Sound Academy
9/13 Chicago, IL Q101 Block Party
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Full-Length Album Preview
SmartPunk.com is streaming Dance Gavin Dance's new full-length album on its website from today until August 20th. Click here to listen to the self-titled album now. It will be available in stores starting August 19th.
Rise Against Itunes Exclusive
Photo Credit: aversion.com
Guilty Pleasure
Miley Cyrus's "Seven Things"
Favorite line: "you love me/ you like her"
Simple, but it says it all. Plus, it's catchy!
What's your favorite musical guilty pleasure? Vote for it in our poll.
Monday, August 18, 2008
You Should Know: Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground
Consisting of two ex-members of Gatsby's American Dream- Kirk Huffman and Kyle O'Quin, along with Phil Peterson- Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground is a breath of fresh air in music today. An eclectic mix of modern and 60’s rock, Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground provide a sound that’s all their own and sure to please. Their discography includes a 3 song sampler cassette tape released in 2006 (Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground), a live CD/DVD combo recording (Live at the Pretty Parlor), and their 2008 self titled studio album which is only available on vinyl and ITunes.
For more on Kay Kay and His Weathered Underground and to hear what they have to offer, take a listen over at their myspace page.
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