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Lost Romance rocks New England

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By: Lost Romance Website



Jersey City, NJ indie rockers hit New England in March! With a sound that mixes Replacements-esque scruffy pop with high energy 90's inspired alt-rock, there's no denying Lost Romance's appeal. Their debut EP will be out on LA based Starving Dog Records later this year. Look out for them on March 23rd @ Slainte Wine Bar, Portland, ME and March 24th @ Great Scott, Allston, MA opening for piano rockers, Stephie Coplan & The Pedestrians. Advanced tickets are advised for 3/24 since Stephie's last Boston show sold out.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:23:07 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Lost Romance rocks New England

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By: Lost Romance Website



Jersey City, NJ indie rockers hit New England in March! With a sound that mixes Replacements-esque scruffy pop with high energy 90's inspired alt-rock, there's no denying Lost Romance's appeal. Their debut EP will be out on LA based Starving Dog Records later this year. Look out for them on March 23rd @ Slainte Wine Bar, Portland, ME and March 24th @ Great Scott, Allston, MA opening for piano rockers, Stephie Coplan & The Pedestrians. Advanced tickets are advised for 3/24 since Stephie's last Boston show sold out.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:22:58 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Brooklyn Based Relations playing at Radio

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By: Relations Website



Brooklyn based Relations is performing its first show in the Boston area on March 23rd at Radio in Somerville, 9pm, $7, 21+, with The Beatings and Louder My Dear. Former Boston based musician Michael Sanders (Officer May/ Abigail Warchild) and his new duo with Terence Murren recently announced their upcoming EP release via U.K. based 100m Records with a music video for their track “A Savage Way to Live.” . Spanning across decades of influences, you are likely to hear a little Blur, Kraftwerk, New Order, The Lemonheads, The Knife and Pavement. You can attempt to compare them to any contemporary NYC garage rock outfit, but in reality, you are likely to get the feeling of nostalgia, modern love and rock 'n' roll. They are likely to be okay with that.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:22:36 0 Comments | Post a Comment


The Barrens to play Boston

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By: The Barrens Website



NYC Psych Rock band the Barrens will be bringing their explosive show to Boston for the first time ever! Fresh from releasing their debut full length album (thebarrens.bandcamp.com), the Barrens will be performing at Hennessy's Hooley House 25 Union St, Boston Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 10:00pm. Come check out an NYC band on the rise as they play their first Boston show! Described as a mix between Clinic, The Ramones, and Pink Floyd, the Barrens are a must-see band. Catch them live now before they explode!
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:22:24 0 Comments | Post a Comment


The Nico Blues at Copperfields in Boston

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By: The Nico Blues Website



The Nico Blues will return to Boston on Friday, April 6 at Copperfields. The show starts at 8PM. The band is touring in support of their new EP entitled "Die Happy" which they just released on Leap Day (2/29/2012). The album is available as a pay-what-you-want download at their official BandCamp. These guys are a Last Wave Rock band from NJ and this is a show you will not want to miss. Come out and support these guys. They are the real deal.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:22:11 0 Comments | Post a Comment


The Nico Blues at Copperfields in Boston

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By: The Nico Blues Website



The Nico Blues will be playing in Boston at Copperfields on Saturday, March 24. The show starts at 9PM. The band is touring in support of their new EP "Die Happy" which is available to download on a pay-what-you-want basis on their website. The album was recorded, produced, and mixed by the band in their basement. Come see The Nico Blues live this month and find out what the buzz is all about. "The Nico Blues sound as if Oasis (and sometimes Blur) exploded in Seattle in the mid-90's instead of the UK." - The Deli Magazine
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:22:01 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Cadence Weapon - Mar 8 @ Monkey House, Burlington

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By: Cadence Weapon Website



Cadence Weapon will be performing live March 8 at the Monkey House in Burlington, VT Cadence Weapon continues to firmly establish his legacy as a sonic pioneer while constantly pushing the rap and electronic music envelope. Following his critically-acclaimed, Polaris Music Prize nominated albums Breaking Kayfabe and Afterparty Babies and a two year term as Edmonton’s Poet Laureate, he returns with his new album Hope In Dirt City this Spring. A clearly defined and emotionally mature statement of intent, Hope In Dirt City represents the culmination of these experiences. Composed of a unique hybrid of psychedelic soul, old school rap, IDM and mutant disco, Hope In Dirt City is a groundbreaking achievement in hip-hop. Cadence Weapon has returned to bring rap back to its essence.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:21:36 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Sarah Blacker Releases New EP 'Perfectly Imperfect

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By: Sarah Blacker Website



Recent New England Music Award Nominee for ‘Female Performer of the Year,’ and Limelight Magazine Nominee for ‘Singer/songwriter of the /Year,’ the rest of Sarah Blacker’s year has been equally as bright, between a sold-out tour to Germany, and local sold-out shows, as well as the release of a full-length CD to incredulously positive press, and her forthcoming brand-new EP, 'Perfectly Imperfect' which will be released on: March 9th - at CLUB PASSIM - 47 Palmer St, Cambridge, MA - 7pm w/Air Traffic Controller tickets: http://www.passim.org
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:21:19 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Twin Berlin Debut Single Produced by Travis Barker

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By: Twin Berlin Website



Produced by Travis Barker, Twin Berlin’s single “Can’t Take, Take, Take” is available for download on iTunes, along with their debut EP, There Goes My Virtue, also produced by the acclaimed drummer and producer. Twin Berlin, a rock trio with punk influences known for their raw, high-energy sound, were handpicked as the winner of Guitar Center’s Your Next Record, a groundbreaking unsigned artist competition which saw more than 8,000 submissions and 100 finalists. The single and three-song EP is available on iTunes and distributed through TuneCore. “What drew me to Twin Berlin was their song. It was really catchy and stuck with me. We had a good time recording for Guitar Center’s Your Next Record,” said Travis Barker. “Having Travis Barker as mentor and producer behind our first EP has helped us focus our songs to a level that we couldn’t have done on our own,” said Twin Berlin’s James Janocha. “His passion and work ethic is crazy so you can see why he is one of today’s best drummers, and his influence on our music really comes through on these tracks. We are beyond grateful to Guitar Center for providing us with such an incredible opportunity to share our music with everyone.”
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:21:03 0 Comments | Post a Comment


Ferocious Fucking Teeth LPs ready for Pre-Order

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By: Safety Meeting Records Website



The long awaited Ferocious Fucking Teeth Lp is now ready for all your pre-ordering needs. Fans of Melvins, Big Business, Boris and anything heavy take notice. FFT consists of 2 drums, guitar, baritone guitar, and one crazy ass front man. This full length was lovingly recorded on to 2 inch tape by Steve Albini at Electrical Audio and mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music. Check out the track, pre-order the LP, and then come find us at your local rock venue/dive bar to celebrate.
Published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:20:44 0 Comments | Post a Comment



Career Survival Guide
it's not just about the music
A music carreer IS all about surviving - at least in the early stages. This survival guide will help you think of different ways to keep your focus on building your brand and creating a path for success. If you think of yourself as your own small business, then the following information can become your personal marketing plan. - more about this here. - courtesy of BMI.
  
College Radios
what can they do for my band?
In this day and age, we should be thankful that college radio still exists. While commercial frequencies pump the same boring playlists into every city, college radio provides unique, local voices to the airwaves and internet. - read the article by Liz Schroeter here.
  
Recording: Home vs Studio
the question is: can YOU do it?
Indie producer/musician Bruce Kaphan (R.E.M., David Byrne, Red House Painters, American Music Club) analyzez pros and cons of recording the DIY way - read the article.
  
Do You Need a Manager?
sharing the load - at what price?
Most bands that succeed beyond the local level eventually do so with the aid of a manager. What does this person do, aside from collect a healthy cut of the money? We interviewed 2 NYC managers and 1 publicist with different experiences in the local scene to help us understand. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Do You Need a Producer?
and also: don't waste studio time!
Making a recording is a tangle of pragmatism, technology, alchemy and faith. As is the case with any creative venture, you cannot know what you'll get for your efforts until you go through the process; it's always a gamble. Having a plan and a budget can be really useful. by B. kaphan - read the article.
  
Planning Recordings
be prepared, have a budget
A NYC studio manager provides precious advice on how to approach the recording of your CD. "When you enter the studio, have a plan. Map out what you want to accomplish each day so that you have a realistic idea of how much time you will need to complete your project. It's best to be as prepared as possible." by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Choosing a Recording Studio
so many things to consider
What do you need to look for in a recording studio? In this article you'll find all the advice you need about equipment, engineers, rooms, rates, and ways of approaching the recording experience. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Do You Need Mastering?
what it is and why it is!
Mastering is a process that not many emerging musicians are fully familiar with. One of the most succesfull NYC mastering engineer tells us all about this "secret" art.- by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
 
Protect Your Band's Name!
your name is what you are selling
The reputation and recognition of an artist’s music is built around the artist’s professional name, which is what consumers use to identify the artists they enjoy. Therefore, an individual artist or group pursuing a career in the music industry should take the necessary steps to protect his, her or its professional name. by Christopher R. Chase, Esq. - read the article.
  
Drums in the Studio
performance and recording tips
Drummers shouldn't miss this article! 4 Top NYC producers answer our questions on how to perform, hit, and tune the drums in recording situation. Because that will make your records sound better - by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Recording Vocals
not as easy as you might think
Recording vocals might not seem alike the most challenging task when producing a CD, but this delicate and crucial process often ends up being quite draining and taking longer than expected - by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Recording Vocals
not as easy as you might think
Recording vocals might not seem alike the most challenging task when producing a CD, but this delicate and crucial process often ends up being quite draining and taking longer than expected - by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
Routes to Success
all the advice you need in a page!?
An interactive guide to 3 ways to approach your adventure in the music industry with links to listings and articles. by Paolo De Gregorio - read the article.
  
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