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THE RED LIGHT STING BREAK UP

Posted in Splits on September 5, 2004

Sad news to report: after two EP's, a split LP with Hot Hot Heat, a newly released full-length, and countless shows, Vancouver-based synth-y/screamy/rock n' roll roller coaster The Red Light Sting have called it quits. The group posted a message on their site informing fans of the news:
Read more "so for those of you who don't know, we've broken up. yes, the rumours are true. well some of them at least. as for what the internet has told us, don't worry, zoë isn't pregnant and andy is not sick, no big drama or cat fight. sorry gossip mill! we've been a band for almost 6 years, and the time just came. if anyone has any questions, feel free to email us. we'll all be working on new projects, so keep an eye out. zoë, geoff and dann (fresh meat) have already started a new band, and andy is always busy with secret mommy and heavy party. we'll keep you posted on new bands on our site." Check out mp3s, pics, etc. here: http://www.theredlightsting.com

Hot Snakes Tour

Posted in Tours on September 3, 2004

Hot Snakes are touring at the end of the month in support of their new record, "Audit In Progress". I recommend you check them out. Tour dates are below. I make no apologizes for being unable to think of anything witty to accompany this story. Read more 9/30- Phoenix, AZ … Read more

THE BOLT HITS THE OTHER SIDE OF THE POND

Posted in Tours on September 1, 2004

At dinner tonight, this girl mentioned that Lightning Bolt was hitting up Cleveland sometime this month. But alas she had to be PWN3D by yours truly. Yes, ladies and germs- Lightning Bolt are mounting a month-long tour later this month. But it's actually of that quaint little continent across the … Read more

Can't hold us down!

Posted in Site News on September 1, 2004

How were the last 3 days for you? Frightening? Life-changing? TERRIFYING? Us too. Unless you're one of the minority who only checks SPB weekly rather than daily, you will have noticed our downtime in the last few days. The reason for this is a DDOS attack on ScenePointBlank. Clearly somebody … Read more

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Engine Down Gets Fucked

Posted in Breaking News on August 29, 2004

After playing in Houston, Engine Down's van and trailer were stolen from the parking lot of the Red Roof in on NW Freeway in Houston. A TON of items were stolen, including three laptop computers, ALL of their gear, merchandise, and other stuff they brought on the road with them. … Read more

Life Long Tragedy Get Label / Set Release Date

Posted in Records on August 28, 2004

California's Life Long Tragedy will be releasing their second full-length Destined For Anything through This Blessing, This Curse Recordings.. The label whose discography includes releases from Pride Kills, The Suicide File, and Draw Blood will release the effort on October 26th. Read more

Failure To Release Rarities CD/DVD

Posted in Records on August 28, 2004

According to a recent post on his message-board, Ken Andrews announced that he and Greg Edwards have pieced together a two-disc Failure release entitled Golden (Unreleased Sounds and Images). The CD portion will contain 11 unreleased tracks, most of which are demos and b-sides. While the DVD disc includes a … Read more

New Graphic Design Site

Posted in Bands on August 27, 2004

A new graphic design website has been launched by Stefan Coisson. It can be reached by clicking here. He's done designs for a handful of bands and is looking for new work. Read more

Deftones Touring Plans

Posted in Tours on August 27, 2004

Deftones have released the dates of their fall tour. No word on the opening act has been released at this time, but is expected to be annouced shortly. During the trek the band will be showcasing some new tunes from their upcoming release, which they plan to begin recording in … Read more

Jagermeister Music Tour Line-Up

Posted in Tours on August 26, 2004

Slayer will be headlining the newest edition of the Jagermeister Music Tour in October with Killswitch Engage and Mastodon providing direct support. A full listing of dates is expected to be announced shortly. In related news, Slayer will be releasing another live DVD, this one entitled Still Reigning. This latest … Read more

Seemless Re-Release / Video Shoot

Posted in Bands on August 26, 2004

Seemless, featuring ex-members of Killswitch Engage and Shadows Fall, will be re-releasing their debut album through a soon to be announced label. In addition, the band will be filming a video for "Lay My Burden Down" in late September. The band will be posting a call for about 100 extras … Read more

The Advantage US Tour

Posted in Tours on August 25, 2004

Calling at Nintendo geeks, it's time to break out that power-pad and get ready for some 8-bit nostalgia. Why? The Advantage is taking to the road in support of their recent full-length on 5RC Records. Date are as follows: Read more 10-22 Davis, CA - ASUCD Coffee House 10-25 Salt … Read more

OMG LEGAL MUSIC DOWNLOADS!

Posted in MP3s on August 24, 2004

Being too busy caught up in delivering the freshest reviews, news, interviews and everything else you could ever want, SPB in its desire to do everything and please everyone seems to have neglected the Mp3 of the week section. In light of the popularity of devices like the i-pod and … Read more

Malady Website

Posted in Bands on August 23, 2004

The awesome band Malady has launched a website here. You can stream the first four tracks from their upcoming album off of the website. Their tour schedule is also up, so if you live near one of their shows, you come out or the sun will explode. Read more

Eagles Of Death Metal Planning Tour

Posted in Tours on August 23, 2004

The Eagles Of Death Metal will be hitting the road in October, marking the first major touring that the band has done since releasing Peace Love Death Metal earlier this year. Dates and venues are expected to be announced shortly. In related news, you can view the bands two videos … Read more

Desperate Measures Kicks The Can

Posted in Bands on August 21, 2004

According to Youngblood Records, Desperate Measures broke up. After months of rumors, reality kicks in. Note to self: listen to rumors more. Read more

Run For Cover...This Is Hell!

Posted in Records on August 21, 2004

Long Island's This Is Hell have been signed to Run For Cover Records. Expect the 7" to be out by early October. With These Days already under their belt, and now This Is Hell, expect good things from this upcoming label. Also if you have myspace, you can add Run … Read more

Miss Machine Gets Pregnant Tour 2004

Posted in Tours on August 20, 2004

The Dillinger Escape Plan have mapped out their latest touring plans for the next couple of monthsr. The tour dubbed "Miss Machine Gets Pregnant Tour 2004" will feature Every Time I Die, Zao and Misery Signals on all stops as well as Drowningman, among others, on select dates. The dates … Read more

QOTSA Wrap Up Recording

Posted in Records on August 20, 2004

Josh Homme of Queens of the Stonge Age recently spoke with Billboard about the bands upcoming full-length. The band has laid down 18 tracks so far featuring guest appearences from Garbage singer Shirley Manson, ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons and Distillers singer Brody Dalle. You can read the full article … Read more

Isis Update

Posted in Bands on August 20, 2004

Isis recently posted an update regarding an upcoming video shoot, various side-projects, as well as future touring plans. You can check out all the details at the bands webiste. Read more