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Dismemberment Plan to reunite

Posted in Shows on September 13, 2010

The Washington Post is reporting that seminal late 90s/early 00s post-punk outfit Dismemberment Plan will reunite early next year for five shows in support of the vinyl reissue of their 1999 full-length Emergency & I. The reissue is slated for a January 11, 2011 release via Barsuk Records in the form of a gatefold double LP with an oral history conducted by The Onion's Josh Modell inside the sleeve. Bassist Eric Axelson told the paper that the band doesn't have any plans beyond these shows, and ruled out a new record for now: "We're not planning a new record ... But we're doing these shows and taking it day to day after that."

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DATE CITY VENUE
Jan. 21 Washington, D.C Black Cat
Jan. 22 Washington, D.C. 9:30 Club
Jan. 27 Philadelphia, PA Starlight Ballroom
Jan. 28 Boston, MA Paradise
Jan. 29 New York, NY Webster Hall

Brian Fallon working on "night time" music

Posted in Records on September 13, 2010

Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem has posted an update to his blog revealing that he is, in fact, working on the "night time" music he mentioned in his blog. He had said this about it previously: I would like to make a record people can listen to in the … Read more

Polar Bear Club talk about next album

Posted in Records on September 13, 2010

In a (relatively) recent interview, Polar Bear Club's Chris Browne talked about progress towards the band's next album: Between Jimmy [Stadt] and I we have probably 14 or 15 song ideas ready to go. I know Nate [Morris] has some stuff he's working on as well. We've only had time … Read more

Gang of Four announce 'Content'

Posted in Records on September 13, 2010

Post-punk pioneers Gang of Four have announced their first album of original material in 16 years. The record is titled Content and is due out January 25, 2011 via Yep Roc. The album will be available in a standard CD release and on vinyl. It will also be available in … Read more

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Kowloon Walled City, Batillus tour

Posted in Tours on September 13, 2010

Kowloon Walled City will be touring the East Coast this month with Batillus. Here's the latest schedule: Read more 9/18 New York, NY @ Cake Shop w/ Riff Cannon (early show) 9/19 Boston, MA @ Great Scott w/ Disappearer, Riff Cannon 9/20 Providence, RI @ AS220 w/ Tongue Dynasty, Witch … Read more

Mogwai Sign With Sub Pop For North America

Posted in Bands on September 13, 2010

Mogwai have inked a deal with Sub Pop Records for North America and will release their new album through the label in early 2011. The band recently finished up tracking the outing which is currently being mixed by Paul Savage. Speaking on the signing, the band offered the following: “We … Read more

Rabbits And Red Fang Sign With Relapse Records

Posted in Labels on September 13, 2010

Rabbits have inked a deal with Relapse and will release their new album through the label in the coming months. Speaking on their signing, the group offered the following statement: “We are putting the final grimy touches on our new record, ten unhinged punk-sludge-thrash nature-crushes-man anthems. We are thrilled that … Read more

YUPPICIDE TO RELEASE 10-YEAR COLLECTION

Posted in Records on September 13, 2010

From the Inbox: Yuppicide, a mainstay in New York’s revitalized hardcore scene during the 1990’s, will release a special two disk collection of tracks, recorded during the band’s decade long heyday, entitled, Anthology ’88-98’. This Yuppicide double discography CD features all of the music the band recorded from 1988-1998, including … Read more

The Dismemberment Plan to reform?

Posted in Rumors on September 12, 2010

Washington DC heroes The Dismemberment Plan could be on cue to reform after splitting up in early 2003. The band's Twitter account has recently become active again, with the band posting this cryptic message: Some stuff to announce soon, watch this space. The band last played together in 2007 for … Read more

Intronaut Post Studio Version Of "Elegy" Online

Posted in MP3s on September 10, 2010

Intronaut have made the final album version of their track “Elegy” available for streaming online over at Centurymedia.com. The latest version of the song is different from the one previously posted online a short while back. The track is taken from the bands new album “Valley Of Smoke“, which is … Read more

Members Guest On Intensus Tracks

Posted in Records on September 10, 2010

Knife The Glitter drummer Eli Litwin has been working on a new project lately dubbed Intensus and has recruited a number of guest appearances for it. Guests already tapped include A Life Once Lost frontman Bob Meadows, Jesse Korman of The Number 12 Looks Like You fame and members of … Read more

Every Time I Die Set up Tour

Posted in Tours on September 9, 2010

Every Time I Die, Trap Them, and Howl will team up for a month-long U.S. tour this fall dubbed "Shit Happens: The Tour." Here's the schedule: Read more 11/1 New Haven, CT @ Toad's Place 11/2 Providence, RI @ The Met 11/3 New York, NY @ Webster Studio 11/4 West … Read more

Equal Vision Recs signs Wild Orchid Children

Posted in Labels on September 9, 2010

Official press release: Equal Vision Records is pleased to welcome Wild Orchid Children to its roster. The Seattle-based band is comprised of core members, Kirk Huffman (vocals and percussion), Thomas Hunter (guitar), Kyle O'Quin (keys), Andy Lum (drums), Aaron Benson (percussion and effects), and Ryan Van Wierengen (baritone guitar and … Read more

Textures Announce New Keyboardist

Posted in Bands on September 9, 2010

Textures have added keyboardist Uri Dijk to their lineup. Speaking on his addition, the band offered the following: “To see Richard leave shortly after the departure of [lead singer] Eric [Kalsbeek], was quite a blow for us. Richard was a part of the band from the beginning, so it would … Read more

Trap Them Documenting Recording Process

Posted in Records on September 9, 2010

Trap Them have begun documenting their ongoing studio sessions for their new album over at Wecraftindarkness.com. The group are currently recording the outing at Godcity Studio with Converge guitarist Kurt Ballou at the helm. Read more

Glassjaw Planning New Vinyl Single

Posted in Records on September 9, 2010

Glassjaw look to be offering a vinyl single for their track “Jesus Glue” shortly with the item recently being added to their merch store. In other news, the bands recent single “All Good Junkies Go To Heaven” can be obtained for shares online here and purchased as a digital download … Read more

Mondo Cane To Make U.S. Live Debut

Posted in Shows on September 8, 2010

Mike Patton’s orchestral Italian pop project Mondo Cane will make their debut live show at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in San Francisco, CA on October 03rd. Read more

Trent Reznor's "The Social Network" Score To Receive A Release

Posted in Records on September 8, 2010

Nine Inch Nails mastermind Trent Reznor has revealed that his score for the upcoming film “The Social Network” will be released through his The Null Corporation label in partnership with Sony’s Madison Gate Records. Further details on the effort are expected next week. Read more

Drummer Mike Portnoy Leaves Dream Theater

Posted in Splits on September 8, 2010

Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy has left the band, announcing his departure from the group with the following statement: “I am about to write something I never imagined I’d ever write. After 25 years, I have decided to leave Dream Theater… the band I founded, led and truly loved for … Read more

Old Man Markley join Fat Wreck Chords

Posted in Labels on September 8, 2010

Los Angeles, CA nonet Old Man Markley, have joined the Fat Wreck roster. The label will release a new 7" from the band entitled For Better, For Worse on October 26, 2010. The title track from that slab 'o wax is available for download here. Read more