M.I.A IS DOING BIG THINGS IN VARIOUS WAYS
November 4, 2008
If the world has woken up to M.I.A., so have her musical peers. Hip-hop artist T.I. teamed up with rap elites Kanye West, Jay-Z, and Lil Wayne, sampling a portion of “Paper Planes” into his own track, “Swagga Like Us.” M.I.A.’s magic mojo appears to have rubbed off, as T.I.’s new album Paper Trail recently debuted at #1.
Reenergized, re-recognized, and reverberating worldwide, M.I.A. will release the How Many Votes Fix Mix on iTunes October 28th (and everywhere else November 4th.) The Digital EP will feature a remix Boyz featuring Jay-Z as well as two unreleased tracks: “Shells” and “Far Far.”
And as the world takes to Kala, M.I.A. takes on the world—literally. This past August, Maya Arulpragasam (aka, M.I.A.) partnered with non-profit organization Youth Action International and opened the rebuilt and renovated Becky Primary School in Liberia. New additions include more classrooms, a library, computer labs, and a new playground. Plus, free tuition for its 625 students. She also launched her own clothing line, featuring T-shirts, jackets, and hoodies of her own design.
www.youthactioninternational.org/yai
M.I.A. started her own label, N.E.E.T., which stands for Not in Education, Employment, or Training. Her first signing is Baltimore’s own Rye Rye, whose debut album is due early next year.
SEVENDUST 5 DISC AUTOGRAPHED BOX SET OUT NOW / DATES
November 4, 2008
Sevendust released a very limited edition box set today, “Packaged Goods.” Each 5 disc set is personally autographed by the entire band. The box set includes Sevendust’s 2005 release Next, 2007’s Alpha, 2007’s Retrospective 2 (CD + DVD), and 2008’s Chapter VII: Hope & Sorrow
Upcoming US Dates:
11/09 - Orlando, FL - Hard Rock Live w/Puddle Of Mudd, Hinder, Trapt & More
11/10 - Gainesville, FL - Common Grounds
12/27 - Ft. Myers, FL - Ricochet’s
12/28 - Tampa, FL - The Ritz Ybor
12/30 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Revolution
www.myspace.com/sevendust
NEW VIDEO & NYC SHOWS FOR THE ASTEROIDS GALAXY TOUR
November 4, 2008
If you are in New York on Wednesday, Nov 19th or Friday, Nov 21st be sure to come see the band make their live USA debut.
Here is the exciting new video for the song “Around The Bend” that is featured in the fabulous and funnest iTouch commercial.
“Around The Bend” - Windows High:
NY Dates:
11/19: New York, NY @ Pianos
11/21: New York, NY @ Studio at Webster Hall (GBH party)
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH RANDY TRAVIS / VIDEOS
November 4, 2008
Randy Travis’ “Christmas On The Pecos” DVD is in stores today. This is the multiple GRAMMY® Award winner’s third Christmas release and features the singer’s favorite songs including “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” and “Rock Of Ages.” The DVD also features a making of the concert at the Carlsbad Caverns, NM and a liver version of the hit “Three Wooden Crosses”.
“Santa’s Coming To Town”:
“Carlsbad Ceverns”:
FROM EAST LA COME LOS DIFUNTOS NEW ALBUM
November 4, 2008
Nickel and Dime Records is pleased to announce the release of Los Difuntos “S/T” for worldwide distribution on November 18, 2008. This is the highly anticipated 11-track release from East LA’s favorite punk band. Included is the track “Lucy” which features Matt Freeman of Rancid. This record will appeal to fans of Tiger Army, Operation Ivy, The Clash, Rancid and Mad Sin. It’s also issued on colored vinyl LP.
Track Listing:
1. Rise Of The Deceased
2. Lucy
3. Story Of Leon’s Downfall
4. Now I’m Gone
5. You Don’t Know Me
6. Dirge
7. Poseur Josh
8. Memories
9. Shining
10. Lies In Disguise
11. Born, Raised, Passed Away
MASCOTT PRESENTS NEW VIDEO & MP3 FROM NEW ALBUM / RELEASE PARTY IN NYC
November 4, 2008
New York City based Kendall Jane Meade, aka Mascott, writes songs that are part Joni Mitchell part Dusty Springfield and part Camera Obsucra, with a direct and wide-eyed tone that suggests it’s all part of life’s rich tapestry.
HOLLAND’S FEDDE LE GRAND INKS RECORD DEAL WITH ULTRA RECORDS / DATES
November 4, 2008
ULTRA Records, the leading label in dance music, is pleased to announce it has inked a deal with Dutch sensation FEDDE LE GRAND for the release of his debut album Output next year (date TBA). Exact details about the album will be revealed early in 2009, but for now LE GRAND will travel to the U.S. and Canada for a DJ tour throughout November 2008. Also during the tour, ULTRA will make the first single from the album “3 Minutes” available as a single via iTunes.
Renowned for his dynamite sets as much as for his high-end production, this is a rare chance for clubbers on this side of the Atlantic to catch LE GRAND live. The 15-date tour will give fans a first listen to cuts from Output and his other favorite tracks in a club setting. Cities included on the trek are Toronto, St Louis, Minneapolis, Ottawa, Miami, New York, Quebec, Los Angeles, Montreal, Vancouver, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Calgary and Chicago.
FEDDE LE GRAND’s North American tour dates this November are:
DATE CITY VENUE
Thu 11/13 Quebec, QC Dagobert
Fri 11/14 New York, NY Pacha
Sat 11/15 Miami, FL Mansion
Sun 11/16 Montreal, QC Opera
Tue 11/18 Ottawa, ON Club Heaven
Wed 11/19 Minneapolis, MN Spin
Thu 11/20 St. Louis, MO Home
Fri 11/21 Toronto, ON This Is London
Sat 11/22 Chicago, IL Crobar
Sun 11/23 Calgary, AB Tantra
Tue 11/25 Vancouver, BC Caprice
Wed 11/26 San Francisco, CA Ruby Skye
Thu 11/27 Sacramento, CA Park Ultra Lounge
Fri 11/28 San Diego, CA On Broadway
Sat 11/29 Los Angeles, CA Vanguard
CLUTCH & WEATHERMAKER SIGN NEW CD/DVD RELEASE / DATES
November 4, 2008
For the past 8 weeks, Clutch’s first ever DVD “Full Fathom Five, Video Field Recordings,” and accompanying CD have been available at the band’s legendary live shows, through Merch.com and in about 150 select US, Canadian and UK independent retail outlets chosen by the band’s owned and self distributed Weathermaker Music label. This will increase ten-fold, as Weathermaker has teamed up with the MVD Entertainment Group to expand the reach of the “Full Fathom Five” project.
On November 11th, the acclaimed live Clutch DVD and accompanying “Full Fathom Five-Audio Field Recordings” CD will be available in over 1500 new retail outlets such as FYE, Best Buy, Coconuts, Fry’s, Hastings and Barnes & Noble.
“This is a fantastic progression for us after only three months as an active label.” states Weathermaker Music Label Manager Jon Nardachone. “Originally, our intention was to handle all CD and DVD sales directly through Weathermaker, but having the MVD Distribution team on board for the “Full Fathom Five” project ensures many ecstatic Clutch fans this holiday season.”
Clutch Live w/ Russian Circles
Dec 27 Starland Ballroom Sayerville, New Jersey
Dec 28 Webster Theater Hartford, Connecticut
Dec 29 9:30 Club Wash DC, Washington DC
Dec 30 Newport Music Hall Columbus, Ohio
Dec 31 The Orbit Room Grand Rapids, Michigan
SEXY SARIAH SIGNS WITH ROCK RIDGE
November 4, 2008
Brookline, Massachusetts native Sariah has signed to Rock Ridge Music and will be releasing an EP in 2008 and a full album in 2009. Sariah is sexy, powerful, urban pop: she weaves sweet melodies with energetic beats to produce a vibe that is fresh and artistic – pop mixed with a powerful, soulful sound. Her performances have drawn comparisons to early Janet Jackson and Britney Spears. “The stage has always been my home,” says Sariah. “That’s when the expression of my passion truly comes to life.”
Adds Sariah: “As soon as I met [Rock Ridge Music President] Jason Spiewak, I knew we would be a great team together. His energy and his passion for music is contagious. His positivity and his drive have inspired me to be the best artist I can be. I know we are going to make history together with Rock Ridge Music!”
Says Spiewak: “There is something happening in pop music, a resurgence for talented young acts who understand who they are. Sariah is one of those acts. Hearing her sing, Sariah is instantly likeable, a rare trait to be found in any vocalist, especially one as young as Sariah. We are thrilled to be working with an act with such great potential!”
LUPE FIASCO’S ANNOUNCEMENT
November 4, 2008
Lupe Fiaso reportedly announced that his forthcoming LP LupE.N.D will be his third and final album. The “Kick Push” rapper told the crowd last Friday immediately after performing his hit song “Superstar” at Chicago’s Congress Theater. There’s speculation that Fiasco has felt ambivalent towards rap for some time now. Back in September, Lupe told Rap-Up.com at the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards, “I just don’t really feel like rapping anymore.” But before he gracefully bows out, Lupe is leaving his fans with a three-disc album. Each of them is divided among the letters E, N, and D. The “E” in LupE.N.D. stands for Everywhere, the “N” for Nowhere, and the “D” for Down Here. The project is slated for release next year.
