The Summer Set have announced that they have signed with Fearless Records. Read below: “I couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the Fearless family! Fearless and Bob Becker have supported The Summer Set since the beginning of our band so it’s great to feel right back at home with our roots. John and I have been in LA all summer writing some of the best songs we’ve ever written. We can’t wait to release this record on a great new label and celebrate by drinking Corona’s on Bob’s boat. Cheers.” Brian “Stoked to be working with such[Read More…]
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Amy Brennan Leaves The Company We Keep
The Company We Keep have announced that vocalist Amy Brennan has left the band. They will be holding open auditions for a new vocalist. Read below: We’ve been a bit quiet in the past weeks, winding down from our short summer tour, and gearing up to begin finishing many many demos as we move closer to tracking our first record. Thank you to anyone and everyone who came out to see a show on this past tour! We appreciate it very much, and we had a blast. I wish i was writing simply with good news about the progress towards[Read More…]
Mayday Parade’s Derek Sanders Performs Acoustic Version Of “Miserable At Best”
You can watch Mayday Parade’s Derek Sanders performing an acoustic version of “Miserable At Best” below.
A Lot Like Birds Sign To Equal Vision
A Lot Like Birds have signed with Equal Vision Records. Vocalist Cory Lockwood said, Signing to Equal Vision used to just be a daydream for most of us. When we were growing up and still playing in previous bands, Equal Vision was putting out CDs by incredible artists that we admire like Bear vs Shark, The Fall of Troy and Circa Survive.” Guitarist Michael Franzio added, “There honestly couldn’t be a better home for us and what we want to do. It means the world to be on EVR and we can’t wait to see what comes of it.
Jesse Lawson (Sleeping With Sirens) Proposes To His Girlfriend At Oregon Warped Tour
Sleeping With Sirens guitarist Jesse Lawson proposed to his girlfriend on stage during their set at the Portland, Oregon Warped Tour. Watch below:
Ronnie Radke (Falling In Reverse) Arrested On Domestic Assault Warrant
Falling In Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke was arrested on an outstanding warrant for alleged domestic assault this past Monday (August 6th). The Los Angeles County district attorney’s office had issued the warrant after Radke’s girlfriend told Glendale police that he had physically assaulted her at their home on May 1, Sgt. Tom Lorenz said. He was arrested without incident and was later released on a $30,000 bail bond. He is charged with a misdemeanor count of corporal injury to his girlfriend and misdemeanor false imprisonment, according to a Los Angeles County Superior Court criminal complaint.
Randy Blythe Releases Statement On Czech Imprisonment
Lamb Of God‘s Randy Blythe was released from prison in the Czech Republic where he had been held since June on alleged manslaughter charges. He has released the following statement about his imprisonment: Greetings. This is D. Randall Blythe, checking in from my beloved hometown of Richmond, VA, United States of America. I was recently released on bail from Pankrác Prison in Prague, Czech Republic, after over a month of incarceration. Now that I am out for the moment, I would like to say a few things. 1. While in prison, I had minimal knowledge of how my case was[Read More…]
Randy Blythe Released From Czech Prison
Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe has been released on bail and is returning to the United States. The band will be appearing at Knotfest on August 17 and 18 and is looking to reschedule their cancelled tour beginning October 26.
Brand New Leaves Label And Management
In an interview Brand New‘s Jesse Lacey reveals the band have cut ties with their label and management and are hoping to release music next year through their own means. Brand New has began working on the infrastructure in which it produces music and creating a stronger web presence for Procrastinate, its vehicle for projects with other artists. Lacey says it’s not a label by any stretch, but rather, a way for Brand New to work on its own music and help fellow artists. While there isn’t a new record on the immediate horizon, Lacey acknowledges that fans need something new,[Read More…]
No Use For A Name Frontman Tony Sly Has Passed Away
According to a post from Fat Wreck Chords, No Use For A Name frontman Tony Sly has passed. Read a statement from the company and NOFX’s Mike “Fat Mike” Burkett below. It is with great sorrow that we must say goodbye to Tony Sly of No Use For A Name. We received a call earlier today of his passing, and are devastated. We have lost an incredible talent, friend, and father – one of the true greats. Fat Mike had this to say: ‘One of my dearest friends and favorite song writers has gone way too soon. Tony, you will[Read More…]
Billie Joe Armstrong Joins ‘The Voice’
NBC announced that Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day will be joining the TV show The Voice as a mentor for Christina Aguilera’s team.
Cavo Announce New Drummer
Cavo have announced the departure of drummer Chad LaRoy who has decided to pursue other interests. Andy Herrin will replace him on the upcoming Carnival of Madness tour.
Max Bemis And Sherri DuPree Announce Pregnancy
Say Anything’s Max Bemis and his wife Sherri DuPree (of Eisley) have announced they will be expecting their first child in February of 2013. Read a tweet below:
Andy Mrotek (ex-The Academy Is…) Details Assault
Andy Mrotek aka The Butcher from The Academy Is… was recently jumped. His jaw was broken in 5 places, R&L orbitals fractured, and he had to get 25 stitches. He will be getting plastic surgery in one week. You can help him pay for his medical bills by purchasing one of his prints here.
Staind Going On Hiatus
Following their tour, Staind will go on hiatus while Aaron Lewis focus on his solo country career.
Lamb Of God Frontman Randy Blythe Denied Bail Again
Randy Blythe has been denied bail to leave Czech prison again. The Gauntlet reports that after posting the doubled rate of $400,000 to make bail, he was once again blocked by a challenge by the prosecutor. If formal charges aren’t filed after the judge’s decision this time, which could take up to 10 days, that Blythe will be free to leave on bail.
Iwrestledabearonce’s Frontwoman Krysta Cameron To Be “permanently gone”
In a interview, Iwrestledabearonce‘s bassist Mike “Ricky” Martin commented on frontwoman Krysta Cameron stating, “I’m going to say she’s permanently gone.”
Eyes Set To Kill Sign To Century Media Records
Eyes Set To Kill has signed to Century Media Records. Their first album through the label is set to be release spring 2013.
Vans Warped Tour Release Statement On Toronto Death
An official statement has been release about the incident where a fan collapsed and died at the Molson Amphitheatre stop of the Vans Warped Tour. The Vans Warped Tour family is saddened by the death of a patron attending Toronto’s concert at The Flats at Molson Canadian Amphitheater on July 15, 2012. The patron collapsed and was immediately attended to by security and venue medical staff. After attempts to resuscitate on the grounds, the patron was later pronounced dead after arriving at a local hospital. Out of respect for the family, we have not released the name of the patron. The[Read More…]
Fan Dies During Toronto Date Of Warped Tour
A woman has died during Chelsea Grin’s set at the Toronto stop of the 2012 Vans Warped Tour. Via CP24: A woman has died after she collapsed near the stage while attending the Vans Warped Tour at the Molson Amphitheatre. According to police, witnesses on the scene administered CPR to the woman but were unable to resuscitate her. It is not known what caused her to collapse, but police say it was likely a medical issue. With regards to today’s events in Toronto, we will release an official statement on http://t.co/3y6cP3Hc when we have all of the details. —[Read More…]