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Sydney’s Legions have posted a new song,...

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:52:14 +1000

Sydney’s Legions have posted a new song, “Exhumed” that will appear on the band’s next full-length, due later in the year.

Lo! to Tour in July

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:17:14 +1000

Sydney’s Lo! will be hitting the Australian east coast in July for 4 shows. They are supporting their new full-length, “Monstorium Historia”.

Bastardfest to Sit Out 2013

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:09:41 +1000

The annual Bastardfest will sit out 2013 to make things even better for 2014. The organisers said:

“Bugger! Due to changes in administration at Bastardfest HQ, some little bastards on the way and a huge amount of international touring competition in 2013, we here at Bastardfest would like to inform the loyal and supportive Bastardfest public that this year’s festivities will be put on hold for 2013. Fear not, we will be back bigger and better in 2014 as we work on a number of changes and ideas to bring you the best and truest national metal festival in the country. Bastardfest would like to apologise to all fans and bands for the hibernation this year, but we feel it is in the best interest of the festival to keep it going for many years to come. In the meantime, stay bastard and lookout for announcements for 2014!“

Katie and Allison Crutchfield Cover Grimes' "Oblivion"

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:16:57 +1000

Rookie, the magazine for the hip, young, indie girl, have posted a cover of Grimes’ “Oblivion”, performed by indie girl sister-royalty, Katie Crutchfield (who is Waxahatchee) and Alison Crutchfield.

New Release --> Dad Punchers -- "These Times Weren't Made For You"

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:06:17 +1000

ARTIST: Dad Punchers
TITLE: “These Times Weren’t Made For You”
RELEASE DATE: June sometime
LABEL: Secret Voice
ABOUT: Jeremy Bolm (owner of Secret Voice): ““It always feels a little unjust to grasp a listener’s attention based on an artist’s current or previous work, but the forthcoming 7”EP “These Times Weren’t Made For You” will put an end to Elliot Babin’s go-to connection as the drummer of Touche Amore, as it has the power to make Dad Punchers a household name. This EP marks the second release for Elliot; the Dad Punchers S/T LP opened eyes last year and gave him the platform that he has earned today, writing deeply personal and often charming songs about the struggles of young adulthood that anyone can relate to. This EP was recorded by Elliot himself in his time home from tour. Using his Father’s living room and his growing knowledge of recording technique, he managed to produce an enjoyable listening experience while once again playing nearly every instrument. Taking cues from The Beach Boys,The Weakerthans, and a range of No Idea Records alumni, Dad Punchers is a look into who Elliot Babin really is as a musician, songwriter, and human being”

Refused's Dennis Lyxzen Forms INVSN, Signs With Razor & Tie

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:56:56 +1000

Razor & Tie is thrilled to announce the addition of the new Swedish alt-rock band INVSN (pronounced in-vey-zhuh-n) to its worldwide label roster (excluding Scandinavia). INVSN was formed by Dennis Lyxzén (Refused, The International Noise Conspiracy) along with musicians Andre Sandström (DS-13), Sara Almgren (The International Noise Conspiracy), Richard Österman, and Anders Stenberg (Lykke Li, Deportees).

The band will release their debut U.S. album this Fall. The album was tracked at Studio Ingrid in Stockholm, (formerly known as Polar Studios) and is currently being mixed by Nick Launay (Arcade Fire, PiL, Nick Cave, Kate Bush) and Jacob Hansen (Volbeat).

Listen to the first track off the album “Down In The Shadows” now at Rolling Stone

Razor & Tie Head of A&R Pete Giberga comments, “We are so excited to have INVSN as a part of our growing Razor & Tie family. They are a young band of seasoned and influential artists, led by Dennis Lyxzen, who has had such an extraordinary impact on rock music for the last several years. I have been aware of Dennis for many years and have always wanted the opportunity to work with him. The first time I heard INVSN, I knew I had to be a part of helping him develop the next step in his career.”

INVSN has released music in Sweden and will make their U.S. (English language) debut in 2013. Dennis Lyxzén did a world tour with The Bloody Beetroots in 2011 and with the Refused in 2012. The band will tour the U.S. this Fall in support of their new album.

Check out this video of City and Colour playing a new song,...

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:43:53 +1000

Check out this video of City and Colour playing a new song, “Two Coins”, which appears on his forthcoming full-length, “The Hurry and the Harm”.

Listen to a New Wu-Tang Clan Song, "A Better Tomorrow"

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:40:33 +1000

Wu-Tang Clan is releasing a new record in July, “A Better Tomorrow”, and in the lead-up, Soul Temple have dropped a new cut, “Execution in Autumn”, which may or may not appear on the record. The track is really chilled and features RZA, Raekwon, Inspectah Deck and U-God.

Death, the commonly disregarded proto-punk band from the...

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:19:30 +1000

Death, the commonly disregarded proto-punk band from the 70’s, are the subject of a forthcoming documentary from Drafthouse Films, directed by Jeff Howlett and Mark Covino.

The film tells the story of the Detroit band’s initial active period from 1971 to 1976, their struggle to be accepted as an uncompromising, African American, rock outfit during that time, and their eventual reemergence and reformation in 2009.

The film is available on VOD/iTunes from May 24. and in theaters from June 28.

Listen to a Brand New Alpha & Omega Song, "Sink"

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:39:57 +1000

Los Angeles hardcore band, Alpha & Omega, are releasing their second full-length, “No Rest, No Peace”, on Bridge Nine later in the year. Alt. Press are streaming the first song from the record, “Rest”.

The Smith Street Band, Joyce Manner, Cheap Girls Tour

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:09:58 +1000

In August and September, The Smith Street Band, Joyce Manner and Cheap Girls will be touring together before their appearances at this year’s Poison City Weekender.

New Release --> Isaac Graham -- "Glorious Momentum"

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:03:45 +1000

ARTIST: Isaac Graham
TITLE: “Glorious Momentum”
RELEASE DATE: June 28
LABEL: Self-released
ABOUT: Recorded over two years with longtime drummer Hayden Moore, the album was mastered by veteran punk rock engineer Jason Livermore (NOFX, Gaslight Anthem) at Blasting Room Studios, Colorado.

Three new tracks from the album are now available for streaming and download on Soundcloud and CD pre-orders are now available via the Big Cartel webstore.

“I’m very excited to be finally releasing this album. Thank you all for your patience, support and help in making this a reality. I truly hope you enjoy listening to ‘Glorious Momentum’.”

01. Focus Shoes
02. How Much
03. Young Backs
04. Nomads
05. H.T.M.M.
06. Karolin
07. Lori Meyers
08. Jindabyne
09. Potential Energy
10. Hearts Convulse
11. Organs
12. The Man Who Stole the Sky

Check out NK’s (formerly North Korea) new full-length,...

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:57:09 +1000

Check out NK’s (formerly North Korea) new full-length, “Nothing to be Gained Here”, which is out this week on Triple Crown.

Check out the brand-new Coffins song, “The Vacant Pale...

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:43:01 +1000

Check out the brand-new Coffins song, “The Vacant Pale Vessel”, from their forthcoming Relapse-released full-length, “The Fleshland”.

Across Tundras to Release New Record, "Electric Relics"

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:41:02 +1000

Following their lauded “Sage” album, released in 2011 by Neurot, the new LP from Nashville trio Across Tundras is set for harvest on the band’s newly founded D.I.Y. label.

On the new LP, “Electric Relics”, Across Tundras take their ever-expanding style of modern Americana further into the same westerly direction they’ve been traversing for the past few years, organically fusing their swells of post-doom into Spaghetti Western soundtracks and meandering blues/rock jam sessions. A wide variety of sounds seamlessly mingle throughout the slow motion base founding guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Tanner Olson, percussionist Casey Perry and bassist/vocalist Mikey Allred (Hellbender) lay down, Allred also contributing pianos/organs, synthesizers, mellotron, trombone and more, and his brother Joey (Hellbender) contributing guest slide guitar and vocals. Additionally, Perry hand constructed the scale model landscape for the cover art, with Olson handling the graphic design and layout. Across Tundras recorded Electric Relics at their expansive Ramble Hill Farm in February, and is releasing it on their own label of the same name, making it a fully self-managed D.I.Y. release.

As the band states: “Electric Relics is our humble offering placed at the crossroads of past, present, and future tense. Age-old energies and three phase electric power intersect to reveal hidden truths of bygone times, modern mysticisms, and sound the alarm for uncertain days to come. We walk through this shadowy land in search of a spark to light the fire and illuminate the depths of consciousness.”

Windhand Complete New Full-Length

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:35:40 +1000

In 2012, backwoods psychedelic doom band Windhand released their self-titled LP and it was met with critical acclaim. The band is putting the finishing touches on their second LP for Relapse, due out this Fall, which was recorded and mixed by the band’s own Garrett Morris at The Darkroom and mastered by James Plotkin, in their hometown of Richmond, VA. The band will trek across North America this summer ushering their audiences into their menacing grooves & showcasing songs from their upcoming album.

Listen to a New Phil Anselmo Song, "Usurper's Bastard Rant"

Tue, 14 May 2013 06:36:35 +1000

Rolling Stone have premiered the first song from Philip H. Anselmo’s forthcoming debut solo record, “Walk Through Exits Only”. The song is called “Usurper’s Bastard Rant” and you can listen to it here.

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Hate5six has posted a full live set of Converge playing last...

Mon, 13 May 2013 06:29:50 +1000

Hate5six has posted a full live set of Converge playing last weekend at This is Boston - a benefit show for the victims of the Boston Marathon attacks.

Toe to Toe, Against, Throwdown and Worst Possible Outcome Tour

Mon, 13 May 2013 06:22:20 +1000

Sydney’s Toe to Toe, Brisbane’s Against, Sydney’s Throwdown and Perth’s Worst Possible Outcome will be touring the country in August.

New Release --> Fuck the Facts -- "Amer"

Mon, 13 May 2013 06:16:18 +1000

ARTIST: Fuck the Facts
TITLE: “Amer”
RELEASE DATE: June 18
LABEL: Self-released
ABOUT: The effort was recorded and mixed by the band, and mastered by Scott Hull at Visceral Sound. Artwork was created by Mel Mongeon and the EP will be released on 10” vinyl, cassette, and digital formats.

01. Une triste vue
02. Vent du nord
03. Panser la plaie au lieu de soigner le mal
04. A void
05. Jour de souffrance
06. L’enclume et le marteau
07. Amère