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Universal Zulu Nation plans hip-hop anniversary celebration

Posted in Music News on July 13, 2014

The Universal Zulu Nation is organizing a 6 day event in New York City to mark the official 40th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, running Nov. 4-9.

The parts is expected to host several artists in both hip-hop and in genres influenced by it. The Universal Zulu Nation was founded in 1973 by Afrika Bambaataa.

Confirmed Official Universal Zulu Nation events include:

  • Crotona Park Summerstage featuring the legendary Chuck Chillout, DJ Hollywood, and Busy Bee, June 25th
  • Central Park Summerstage with Rock Steady Crew, July 27th
  • Staten Island Summerstage featuring Latin Freestyle superstars Lisette Melendez and George Lamond, July 30th
  • Martha’s Vineyard Summer Madness Festival featuring Lauryn Hill, MC Lyte, Monie Love, Amel Larrieux, and Queen Lisa Lee (Soulsonic Force’s first female MC), August 8th
  • Woodstock 45th Anniversary/UZN 41st Anniversary, August 15th-17th

Hear Bad Daddies EP from Negative Fun series

Posted in MP3s on July 13, 2014

Bad Daddies' new 4-song EP is streaming at Brooklyn Vegan. It is the first record as a part of the Negative Fun Records 2014 Singles Club and released late last month. Other bands in the series are No Other, Positive No, Midnight Plus One, and Hot Dolphin. Each is limited … Read more

Special Duties back catalog getting re-release on Jailhouse

Posted in Records on July 13, 2014

On Aug. 12 Jailhouse Records will release a new LP '77 One More Time (Vol. 1) from UK street punk band Special Duties. Vol. 2 is set for 2015 and, combined, the two releases will include the band's entire discography. Special Duties was formed in 1977, disbanded in 1983, and … Read more

Ten Foot Pole returns with new album

Posted in Bands on July 13, 2014

Ten Foot Pole has announced their return to action with a new record to be released in 2015 on Cyber Tracks. First, the band is planning a mini tour of the US and Canada. "It's too early in the process to limit or define what's going to come out, but … Read more

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Dine Alone summer sampler

Posted in Labels on July 13, 2014

Dine Alone Records is giving away a digital Summer Sampler with 27 tracks from their roster. Listeners who download and enter their email address will also be entered to win prize packages from the label. The sampler includes songs from We Are Scientists, Monster Truck, Tokyo Police Club, Say Yes, … Read more

Derek Archambault raising funds for hip replacement surgery

Posted in Music News on July 13, 2014

Derek Armchambault (Defeater/Alcoa) has opened a Pledge Music fundraising campaign to pay for his upcoming hip surgery, which is to paid out of pocket. He is offering an Alcoa EP, Thank You, digitally to raise funds along with several limited edition items. Read more

Sheer Terror's Standing Up For Falling Down hits the interwebs

Posted in MP3s on July 12, 2014

Noisey is streaming Standing Up For Falling Down, the new LP and first full-length from Sheer Terror in 18 years. The record will release on Tuesday via Reaper Records. Read more Standing Up For Falling Down Track Listing:1. Heartburn in G2. Ain't Alright3. Weird, Jealous, and Fat4. Boots, Braces, and … Read more

Bangers, Pale Angels, and Doe fall tour

Posted in Tours on July 12, 2014

Bangers will be touring the UK this Sept-Oct. along with Pale Angels and Doe. The tour begins on Sept. 30 in Exeter. Pale Angels and Doe are both set to release items on Specialist Subject Records later this year. Read more 30th Sept - The Cavern, Exeter1st Oct - Sticky … Read more

Chris Connelly and Jason Novak form Cocksure

Posted in Bands on July 12, 2014

Chris Connelly (Revolting Cocks) and Jason Novak (DJ Accucrack?) have formed a new band, Cocksure, who will release their debut on Aug. 26. "We were trying to find a name that sort of referred to the Revolting Cocks but added a new swagger," says Connelly of the band's identity. Metropolis … Read more

Devo's The Men Who Make the Music on DVD

Posted in Videos on July 12, 2014

Devo's The Men Who Make the Music/Butch Devo & The Sundance Kid is being released to DVD and digital formats on Aug. 12 by MVD Visual. The DVD is Devo live in 1978-1979 and runs 144 minutes. It was originally released on a now hard to find VHS format. Check … Read more

Tommy Ramone dies at 62

Posted in Obituaries on July 12, 2014

Tommy Ramone, born as Erdelyi Tamas, has died in his home in Queens, NY following treatment for bile duct cancer. He was 62 years old. The Hungarian born drummer played on the Ramones first three records: Ramones, Leave Home, and Rocket to Russia, spanning 1976-1977. Tommy also produced the Ramones' … Read more

Vattnet Viskar tours

Posted in Tours on July 10, 2014

Vattnet Viskar, currently working on a new album, have announce tour dates with Silver Snakes, followed by a run with Pallbearer and Tombs later in the fall. The group released Sky Swallower in 2013. Read more VATTNET VISKAR tour dates with SILVER SNAKESJuly 16 - Toledo, OH - The Ottawa … Read more

Tera Melos/Pinback tour

Posted in Tours on July 10, 2014

Tera Melos has announced an upcoming tour joined by Pinback in support. The band last relased X'ed Out in 2013 on Sargent House and played a quick tour of Japan in June. Read more TERA MELOS Tour: 09/03 Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom * 09/05 Dallas, TX @ Trees * … Read more

1QI: Banner Pilot, Autopsy, Ministry, Organized Crime Records

Posted in Bands on July 9, 2014

One of our newest features here at Scene Point Blank is our semi-daily quickie Q&A: One Question Interviews. Follow us at facebook or twitter and we'll post one interview every Monday-Thursday. Well, sometimes we miss a day, but it will be four each week regardless. After our social media followers … Read more

DJ Shadow will tour this fall

Posted in Tours on July 9, 2014

DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist have announced the Renegades of Rhythm tour this fall, with tickets now on sale for most dates. The tour is focused solely on vinyl turntables in honor of Afrika Bambaataa. Dates are below. Read more *Renegades Of Rhythm* *Tour Dates* *(More Dates TBA / Ticket … Read more

Anatomy of a Habit join Relapse

Posted in Labels on July 6, 2014

Anatomy of a Habit ahve joined with Relapse Records. They have recorded their Relapse debut which should release in late 2014. The Chicago band includes current and former members of Wolves in the Throne Room, Joan of Arc, Tortoise, Bloodyminded, Indian, and more. They formedin 2008 and have released an … Read more

Creepoid to open for Against Me!

Posted in Tours on July 5, 2014

Philadelphia's Creepoid will open for Against Me! this summer on several dates. The band released Wet this April on No Idea. Balance and Composure will also be on several of the bills. Against Me! released Transgender Dysphoria Blues. Read more Summer Tour Dates: 07.10 - Savannah, GA · Hangfire (Welcome … Read more

SPB exclusive stream: The Howling Wind

Posted in Records on July 5, 2014

SPB is excited to host Vortex, the fourth album from The Howling Wind. The band is a two piece of Ryan Lipynsky (Unearthly Trance/Serpentine Path) and Tim Call (Aldebaran), playing black metal with touches of stoner rock, death metal, doom, and other forms rock. The record released on July 1 … Read more

New Total Abuse 7-inch, tour

Posted in Bands on July 5, 2014

Austin punks Total Abuse will release a new 7" on Deranged thi smonth, along with a US tour. The band is also working on a full-length (to be released on Deranged), though no dates have been announced. Read more Tour Dates July 14 - Austin, TX - Club 1808 July … Read more

New Shellac in Sept.

Posted in Records on July 5, 2014

On Sept. 16 Chicago area trio Shellac will release Dude Incredible on Touch & Go Records. The record will be released on high quality digital format, CD, and LP. The LP will include a CD in the packaging. The band will tour sporadically in support. Read more Dude Incredible track … Read more