Gwen Stacy have announced that they’re breaking up. Several members will be starting new projects and the band’s final show will be Nov. 20 at Rhino’s in Bloomington, Indiana. In a blog, the band said, After six years, 19 countries, countless U.S. tours, two albums and an EP, Gwen Stacy has decided to call it quits. We feel like now is the best time to end the band and pursue other options and directions in life. We would like to thank everyone who has been involved with the band’s career over the years.
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Christofer Drew Might Not Use The Never Shout Never Name
In an interview, Never Shout Never‘s Christofer Drew revealed that he may stop going by the Never Shout Never and will instead use “Christofer Drew And The Shout.” Drew also said, I’m kind of sick of this band and the negative connotations with the band. I want to start over and start something new. I think people have the wrong idea about us. I want to bust out the Stratocaster and play some feel-good shit. I’m just a kid playing music. There’s a bunch of kids playing music, and if [my fans] are really into this acoustic stuff, they can[Read More…]
iTunes To Extend Song Previews To 90 Seconds
Apple will be extending song previews from 30 seconds to 90 seconds within the US version of their iTunes music store. The change will take place soon for any songs that are longer than 2:30 (shorter songs will keep 30-second previews).
Goo Goo Dolls Stripped
The Goo Goo Dolls performed the songs “Not Broken” and “American Girl” for Clear Channel’s Stripped series. Check it out here.
Kid Rock Will Continue iTunes Boycott
Kid Rock will continue his boycott of iTunes by not releasing his new album ‘Born Free‘ to the digital retailer. He began the boycott in 2008 over pay saying the download service was based on an “old system” where musicians were cut out of the pay deals. But it is expected to be available at Amazon MP3, Rhapsody and other digital outlets when it comes out on November 16th.
AM Conspiracy Part Ways With Burnhill Union Records
AM Conspiracy have parted ways with their label, Burnhill Union Records The band is currently in pre-production for their sophomore album.
Descendents To Reunite At Fun Fun Fun Fest
Descendents will headline the fifth annual Fun Fun Fun Fest taking place Nov. 5 through 7 at Waterloo Park in Austin, Texas. It will be Descendents’ first show as a full band in nearly a decade. They join more than 80 other acts playing the festival including Bad Religion, Cap N’ Jazz, Suicidal Tendencies, MGMT, and more. Check out the lineup and get your tickets here.
Jack’s Mannequin Has New Bassist
Jack’s Mannequin have announced a replacement for bassist Jon Sullivan, who left the band in September. In a blog post, frontman Andrew McMahon revealed that: Mikey “The Kid” Wagner will take over bass duties as the band record their new album. He said, “Searching for a new band member is no easy task, especially when you’ve been as lucky as I have to share the stage with players who have always been good friends first and foremost. When we found ourselves putting auditions together the list was long on talent but short on a connection back to that idea of[Read More…]
The Wonder Years Vocalist Injured By Stagediver
The Wonder Years vocalist Dan “Soupy” Campbell was injured after a stagediver accidentally kicked him in the face during the band’s show tonight with Four Year Strong at the Prophet Bar in Dallas. Campbell tweeted, Kid stage diving just kicked me in the face. Can’t close my mouth. Maybe dislocated my jaw. Sorry we couldn’t finish, Dallas. Hospital? A fan claiming to be the one who injured Campbell sent him a tweet saying, I feel awful, it was my foot. I’m sorry man and I hope for a quick recovery for you. Campbell replied, don’t sweat it dude. Otherwise a[Read More…]
Never Shout Never And The Maine Launch Food Drive
Never Shout Never and The Maine have launched a food drive on their current tour. Both bands are asking that each fan attending bring at least one non-perishable canned item with them. Each venue will have a designated area where the cans can be dropped off. After the show, the canned goods will be delivered to a local food bank. If they get 6,000 pounds total the Never Shout Never and The Maine will each release three live song in December as a reward. Tour dates: 10/26 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern 10/28 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee[Read More…]
VersaEmerge’s Van Broken Into
VersaEmerge‘s van was broken into over the weekend and according to a tweet by frontwoman Sierra Kusterbeck, equipment and their tour manager’s briefcase was stolen.
My Chemical Romance Has A New Drummer
My Chemical Romance have a replacement for drummer Bob Bryar, who parted ways with the band in February. Former the Bled drummer Mike Pedicone announced on his Twitter, I am thrilled to be drumming in MCR exclusively and to be a part of the fam. See you all soon!
Saving Abel Guitarist Launches New Project
Saving Abel guitarist Jason Null has joined ex-Day of Fire front-man Josh Brown, former Saliva guitarist Jonathan Montoya, bassist Jarred Mankin (Bobaflex) and former Outspoken drummer David Fraizer to form Anti Dream Machine. They will begin recording their debut in November with acoustic dates being scheduled for the winter.
Misery Signals Bassist Leaves Band
Misery Signals bassist Kyle Johnson announced on his Facebook page that he’s no longer with the band. He didn’t give details, but assures that the band “are not broken up.”
Tyson Ritter Auctioning Warped Tour Suit Signed By Bands
All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter is auctioning the Topman suit he wore on this past summer’s Warped Tour. Its autographed by members of dozens of bands also on the tour. All proceeds will go to Charity: Water to build wells in Haiti. You can bid on the suit here. Autographs include: All-American Rejects Alkaline Trio Dillenger Escape Plan Andrew W. K Mike Posner Never Shout Never Sum 41 Bring Me the Horizon Reel Big Fish Hey Monday Set Your Goals We The Kings Suicide Silence The Rocket Summer Automatic Loveletter Four Years Strong Emarosa The Sommerset Eyes Set To Kill[Read More…]
Circa Survive On Myspace Transmissions
Circa Survive recently recorded a session for Myspace Transmissions that can be viewed and heard over at the site.
Preview Senses Fail ‘The Fire’ DVD
Senses Fail have released footage from their new live CD/DVD ‘The Fire’ which comes out on October 26. Watch below:
Free Download Of Times Of Grace “Strength In Numbers”
Times of Grace (Killswitch Engage guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz and former front-man Jesse Leach) are offering a free download of their song “Strength in Numbers” at this location. The band’s debut album ‘The Hymn of a Broken Man‘ comes out on January 18th.
Velvet Revolver To Release ‘Live In Houston’
Velvet Revolver will release a new live DVD ‘Live in Houston‘ on November 16th. It was recorded in 2005 during the band’s tour in support of ‘Contraband‘. 1. Sucker Train Blues 2. Do It For The Kids 3. Headspace 4. Crackerman 5. Illegal I 6. It’s So Easy 7. Fall To Pieces 8. Big Machine 9. Set Me Free 10. Used To Love Her 11. Slither 12. Sex Type Thing
Rocky Loves Emily Sign To Tooth and Nail
Rocky Loves Emily have signed to Tooth and Nail. Hot Topic will handle exclusive physical release of their debut EP ‘American Dream’ which comes out on November 23rd. It willl also be available digitally via iTunes.