Philadelphia, PA – June 4, 2013 – Philadelphia’s most unique songwriting duo, John & Brittany, have premiered their video for hit track “Paper Planes” off their 2013 album, Start Sinning, on ArtisDirect.com on May 30th. John & Brittany tell us, “”Paper Planes” is our first music video, and it’s about our inspirations and aspirations. It’s also a pretty accurate portrayal of the dynamic in John & Brittany; we fight a lot but it’s all for the love of rock n’ roll. The video for “Paper Planes” is just one look into this unique duo’s writing process and imagination as the song takes over reality, one scene at a time!
In less than two years since dropping their debut EP in the summer of 2011, John & Brittany, consisting of John Faye and Brittany Rotondo, have risen from the city’s thriving open mic circuit to become a serious rock act to contend with. The duo has already shared stages with the likes of The Smithereens, Everclear, Gin Blossoms, and Matthew Sweet, in addition to headlining their own shows at venues such as World Cafe Live and the Theatre of the Living Arts.
At the top of 2013, John & Brittany released Start Sinning, a 32-minute musical blitzkrieg that, at its core, is about the discovery, or perhaps re-discovery, of the power of rock n’ roll. Inspired by their mutual love of punk and new wave, as well as songsmiths like Alejandro Escovedo and Jack White, John & Brittany create tunes and chemistry that are unforced and undeniable. Fan-funded with a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $11,000, the album is that rare combination of raw, powerful performance and razor-sharp song craft. When Start Sinning isn’t bringing you directly into John & Brittany’s post-Catholic confessional booth, with songs like “Dirty Little Magazine” and “Woe,” it spins vivid yarns with quirky characters like the strangely philosophical bank robber in”El Gato,” the arms-length “Gas Mask Queen,” who is at once a rock goddess and a rock casualty, and the slick southern grifter in “Mississippi Fred,” a foot-stomping blues rocker. “Zzzoloft” and “Paper Planes” draw on the duo’s joint obsession with 70′s New York, with a touch of Ramones and Lou Reed. The title track off Start Sinning has been featured on Little Steven’s Underground Garage as “Coolest Song in the World,” receiving airplay on Sirius/XM, as well as over 300 stations worldwide on LSUG’s syndicated weekly show.
For more information on John & Brittany, please visit:
WEBSITE: http://johnbrittany.com/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/johnbrittany
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/johnkfaye
Real Friends are set to release a new EP, Put Yourself Back Together, on June 4th before they embark on the Vans Warped Tour. Consisting of seven heartfelt, explosive pop punk tracks, the release exemplifies why Property of Zack names the band as one of their Artists to Watch in 2013. The EP is now streaming in its entirety on the band’s YouTube page: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szn-khvkOWs&list=PLDJZ5T6NLRUAonGiylBMPgBAkbO4N91iI . Glamour Kills is also teaming up with the band for their first exclusive 12’’ vinyl release, to be shipped on June 25th:http://www.glamourkills.com/shop/Real-Friends-Put-Yourself-Back-Together-12–p4705-c5052.html . Keep your eyes peeled to Glamour Kills’ website for exclusive content from the band in the coming weeks. The physical EP can also be pre-ordered on All In Merch (http://www.allinmerch.com/category/RF.html) and digitally on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/put-yourself-back-together/id648637308?ls=1).
Put Yourself Back Together Track Listing
1. Late Nights In My Car
2. Skin Deep
3. Dead
4. Dirty Water
5. I’ve Given Up On You
6. Old and All Alone
7. Lost Boy
Real Friends is an emo/pop punk band from Chicago, IL. They have rapidly become one of the biggest unsigned bands in the genre. With their “do it yourself” attitude, they have gained the respect of bands and fans all over the map. Real Friends continues to grow in popularity daily with their hard work, relatable lyrics, energetic music, and dedicated fan base. The band self-released 3 EPs last year and are just finished up a nationwide tour with Senses Fail, Such Gold, and Major League. This summer, they’ll showcase their energetic pop punk for daily audiences of 15,000 on the Vans Warped Tour, followed by a headlining tour with Candy Hearts and Stickup Kid.
Bandcamp: http://realfriends.bandcamp.com
Facebook: http://facebook.com/realfriendsband
Twitter: http://twitter.com/realfriendband
Website: http://realfriendsband.com/
Tour Dates
June 1- Tinley Park, IL @ Centennial Lanes (CD Release Show)
June 10- Iowa City, IA @ Gabe’s
June 11- Fargo, ND @ New Direction
Vans Warped Tour
June 15 – Auburn, WA
June 16 – Portland, OR
June 19 – Chula Vista, CA
June 20 – Pomona, CA
June 21 – Pomona, CA
June 22 – Mountain View, CA
June 23 – Ventura, CA
June 26 – Las Cruces, NM
June 27 – Meza, AZ
June 28 – Las Vegas, NV
June 29 – Salt Lake City, UT
June 30 – Denver, CO
July 3 – Noblesville, IN
July 5 – Toronto, ON, CAN
July 6 – Darien Center, NY
July 7 – Holmdel, NJ
July 9 – Virginia Beach, VA
July 10 – Columbia, MD
July 11 – Mansfield, MA
Headlining Tour w/ Candy Hearts and Stickup Kid
July 7- Howell, MI @ Howell Opera House
July 8- Lakewood, OH @ Mahalls
July 9- Pittsburgh, PA @ Smiling Moose
July 10- Buffalo, NY @ Waiting Room
July 11- Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Loft
July 12- Cambridge, MA @ The Democracy Center
July 13- Hartford, CT @ Webster Underground
July 14- Bay Shore, NY @ Even Flow Bar and Grille
July 15- New York, NY @ Tammany Hall
July 16- Stanhope, NJ @ Stanhope House
July 17- Philadelphia, PA @ The Barbary
July 18- Baltimore, MD @ Charm City Art Space
July 19- Richmond, VA @ Strange Matter
July 20- Greensboro, NC @ The Blind Tiger (SOS Fest)
July 21- Columbia, SC @ One Unit Art Space
July 23- Jacksonville, FL @ Phoenix Taproom
July 24- Pembroke Pines, FL @ The Talent Farm
July 25- Orlando ,FL @ Wills Pub
July 26- Douglasville, GA @ The Seven Venue
July 27- Whitesburg, KY @ Letcher County Tourism Center
July 28- Cincinnati, OH @ Fogartys
Misser is made up of members of the bands Transit and This Time Next Year. Tim Landers of Transit singings his heart out while he strums his guitar and the vocal performance provided by Brad Wiseman of This Time Next Year accompanies him. Prior to the release of Distancing, Misser released a three song ep, Problems Problems Problems then released their debut full length album, Every Day I Tell Myself I’m Going To Be A Better Person.
This is my first time listening to Distancing so far it’s amazing and will most likely end up being on repeat for the next few days. The first track, “Goddamn, Salad Days” starts off with powerful vocals from both Tim and Brad, while still retaining the same sound as their previous material. This track will make current fans as well as new fans go crazy in the crowd. The second track, “Infrared”, features a steady beat and powerful lyrics from both vocalists who have different sounding voices that blend together so well helping to creating Misser’s unique sound. “Burn Out”, the third track off Distancing the guitars in the background blend together so perfectly. This song will make you tap your feet for sure. During the mid song it slows up and is well mixed in this track.
The second to last track is called “Alone, Die.”, with steady drum beats and guitar riffs that bring this song to your ears. This track is another foot tapper and also just shows that anything this band puts out, they give their all and it pays off by sounding absolutely amazing. “Slow It Down, Write It Out” closes out Distancing, this track is mellower than the rest of the album, with that unique sound that gives Misser its distinctive qualities.
For Fans of Transit, This Time Next Year, Long Lost, or Turnover, make sure you check out Distancing, I promise, you won’t regret it.
Purchase “Distancing” on their official website: http://riserecords.merchnow.com/search/?q=misser
You can also pick up their debut full length there too!
-Frankie V.
LIKE MOTHS TO FLAMES to release second full-length album, “An Eye For An Eye” via Rise Records on July 9, 2013
Like Moths To Flames will release their second full-length album An Eye For An Eye on July 9, worldwide through Rise Records.
“After almost two years, we are very excited to release our new record, An Eye For An Eye. We’ve had time to learn about the band and ultimately figure out the direction that we’d like to go musically. I think the record shows a lot of growth and progression as we went outside of our norm to try some different things for a few songs. We couldn’t be happier with the way the record turned out and can’t wait to share it with all of you,” states vocalist Chris Roetter.
An Eye For An Eye upholds Like Moths To Flames’ notoriously aggressive energy while revealing the band’s most exciting and heavy-hitting work to date. The new album showcases maturing song structures leading with sleek guitar melodies rolling into robust riffs that compliment Roetter’s signature raw textured vocals and merciless lyrics. Guest vocalists Shane Told of Silverstein on “Into The Ground” and Ahren Stringer of The Amity Affliction on “Lord of Bones” also add to the evolving dynamic of the album that sets it apart from previous releases.
The much-anticipated follow-up to the band’s 2011 debut When We Don’t Exist was once again recorded at Machine Shop Productions in Belleville, NJ with producer Will Putney (Miss May I, For Today, Suicide Silence).
Roetter comments, “After working with Will Putney at Machine Shop for our first album there was no question to where we would be recording the second. We spent the months of March and April at Machine Shop working on this album and once again the experience was great. Putney has always had a good grasp on where the band wants to go musically and what the band wants to do and he helps us to get there.”
With the new release underway the Ohio natives continue to gain momentum having been covered by the likes of Alternative Press, Outburn Magazine, Noisecreep, Revolver, etc. Relentless touring has also distinguished the band as steadfast travel warriors hitting the road cross country with Miss May I, Silverstein, We Came As Romans and peers alike as well as headlining the 2013 Rise Records Tour.
Like Moths To Flames can also be seen performing on the Monster Energy stage through the entirety of this summer’s Vans Warped Tour.
AN EYE FOR AN EYE
01. YOU’LL BURN
02. A FEAST FOR CROWS
03. THE COMMON MISCONCEPTION
04. I SOLEMNLY SWEAR
05. DEATHMARKS
06. THE BLACKOUT
07. IN DREAMS
08. INTO THE GROUND ft. Shane Told of Silverstein
09. SERPENT HERDERS
10. NOTHING BUT BLOOD
11. LORD OF BONES
ft. Ahren Stringer of The Amity Affliction
12. MY OWN PERSONAL HELL
Tour Dates
Road To Warped Tour
We Came As Romans, Like Moths To Flames, Upon A Burning Body, Crown The Empire, Set It Off, and Ice Nine Kills
June 09 – Madison, WI @ The Loft*
June 10 – Fargo, ND @ The Venue*
June 11 – Billings, MT @ Shrine Underground**
June 12 – Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
June 13 – Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory
*WCAR, LMTF, INK only
**WCAR, LMTF, INK and SIO only
Vans Warped Tour – Monster Energy Stage
June 15 – Seattle, WA @ White River Amphitheatre
June 16 – Portland, OR @ Portland Expo Center Parking Lot
June 17 – Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades*
June 19 – San Diego, CA @ Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
June 20 – Pomona, CA @ Pomona Fairplex
June 21 – Pomona, CA @ Pomona Fairplex
June 22 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
June 23 – Ventura, CA @ Seaside Park
June 25 – Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater*
June 26 – Las Cruces, NM @ N.M.S.U. Practice Field
June 27 – Phoenix, AZ @ Quail Run Park
June 28 – Las Vegas, NV @ Silverton Casino Parking Lot
June 29 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah State Fairpark
June 30 – Denver, CO @ Sports Authority Field at Mile High
July 02 – Springfield, MO @ The Shrine Mosque**
July 03 – Indianapolis, IN @ Klipsch Music Center
July 05 – Toronto, ON @ Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
July 06 – Buffalo, NY @ Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
July 07 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Concert Center
July 09 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
July 10 – Washington, DC @ Merriweather Post Pavilion
July 11 – Boston, MA @ Comcast Center
July 12 – Camden, NJ @ Susquehanna Bank Center
July 13 – New York, NY @ Nassau Memorial Coliseum
July 14 – Hartford, CT @ The Comcast Theatre
July 16 – Scranton, PA @ Toyota Pavilion
July 17 – Pittsburgh, PA @ First Niagara Pavilion
July 18 – Cleveland, OH @ Blossom Music Center
July 19 – Detroit, MI @ The Palace of Auburn Hills
July 20 – Chicago, IL @ First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
July 21 – Minneapolis, MN @ Canterbury Park
July 23 – Kansas City, KS @ Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
July 24 – St. Louis, MO @ Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
July 25 – Atlanta, GA @ Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
July 26 – Tampa, FL @ Central Florida Fairgrounds
July 27 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Cruzan Amphitheatre
July 28 – Orlando, FL @ Central Florida Fairgrounds
July 29 - Charlotte, NC @ Charlotte Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
July 30 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
July 31 – Milwaukee, WI @ Marcus Amphitheatre
Aug 02 – Dallas, TX @ Gexa Energy Pavilion
Aug 03 – San Antonio, TX @ AT&T Center
Aug 04 – Houston, TX @ Reliant Center Parking Lot
*WCAR, LMTF, UABB, CTE, INK, SIO
**WCAR, LMTF, UABB, Volumes, CTE
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BEFORE YOU EXIT
Release Exclusive “I Like That” Video on Seventeen.com, Here:
On Tour with Cody Simpson Starting May 30th!
Purchase I Like That on iTunes, here: http://smarturl.it/ILikeThatEP
Feature on Seventeen.com, here: http://bit.ly/YT9pJK
Featured on Teen.com, here: http://bit.ly/XIffbO
Featured on GirlsLife.com, here: http://bit.ly/S6SZNn
Orlando, FL – May 29, 2013 - The pop trio, know as Before You Exit, have released their video for hit single, “I Like That” exclusively onSeventeen.com today, May 29th! The band will be supporting Cody Simpson on his Summer Headline Tour, along with special guest, Ryan Beatty, which kicks off tomorrow, May 30th at The Moran Theatre in Jacksonville, FL. Just releasing their new EP, I Like That, on February 4th,these young pop-rockers combine catchy hooks, charm, with the great musicianship to make an adorable group you will be seeing everywhere in 2013! Check out Before You Exit’s video for “I Like That” on Seventeen.com, here: http://bit.ly/17snSCH. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.BeforeYouExit.com.
The Orlando-based band began a few years ago with brothers Connor McDonough, 19, (Vocals/Guitar) and Riley McDonough, 17, (Vocals), only recently did the band bring in younger brother Toby McDonough, 15, on vocals. Unlike many bands of brothers, Oasis and The Black Crowes come to mind, the trio work harmoniously. “We actually get along really well. We all have our thing and work in categories by preference,” Connor says. “I write vocal melodies, Riley writes lyrics, and Toby helps with both. There are never fights because each of us can do our own thing, but also contribute to each other.”
Just releasing their brand new EP in February 2013, the three brothers have crafted a soaring pop album of uplifting relationship songs that effortlessly blend sharp hooks with bright and buoyant rock. The album standout and first single, “I Like That”, is a tune with tenderly romantic lyrics and big pop-rock beat. Ryan Daly and Anthony Improgo, along with Connor McDonough, produced the new album. “They really listened to what we wanted to do and let us try out our ideas, no matter how crazy,” Connor says laughing. “Because of that, we feel really connected to the way the recording turned out,” Riley adds.
Before You Exit’s debut EP, Letting Go (March 2011), and most recent release, I Like That have been critically acclaimed by the likes of MTV, J-14, Seventeen, Teen Just Jared, Girls Life, just to name a few. The band has also gained a great buzz from touring in support of Allstar Weekend, All Time Low, Action Item, and more!
Conjuring up the optimism in the band’s name-inspired by the sentiment “make a difference before you exit“- the band works daily to make their way to the top but they never fail to stop and appreciate what has got them thus far. “There’s no way we’d be anywhere without our incredible fans. They are behind us every step of the way and are a huge piece of this band,” states youngest brother, Toby. In light of the many short lived and fly by night artists, this young, singer/songwriting, brother driven band, is one to be around for a while.
Before You Exit released their new EP, I Like That on February 4th. To purchase I Like That, please visit: http://smarturl.it/ILikeThatEP. For more tour information or to purchase tickets, please visit: www.BeforeYouExit.com.
For more information, please visit:
www.facebook.com/beforeyouexit
Tour Dates w/CODY SIMPSON:
5/30 Moran Theater Jacksonville, FL
5/31 David A. Straz Center Tampa, FL
6/2 BJCC Concert Hall Birmingham, AL
6/4 The Cobb Energy PAC Atlanta, GA
6/6 Bayou Music Center Houston, TX
6/7 The Palladium Dallas, TX
6/8 Lila Cockrell Theatre San Antonio, TX
6/9 The Plaza Theatre El Paso, TX
6/12 Celebrity Theatre Phoenix, AZ
6/13 The Rialto Theatre Tucson, AZ
6/14 Club Nokia Los Angeles, CA
6/16 The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas, NV
6/19 Saroyan Theatre Fresno, CA
6/20 The Warfield San Francisco, CA
6/21 Sacramento Community Center Theater Sacramento, CA
6/22 Roseland Theater Portland, OR
6/23 Paramount Theatre Seattle, WA
6/24 Orpheum Theatre Vancouver, Canada
6/27 MacEwan Hall Ballroom Calgary, Canada
6/28 Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Edmonton, Canada
6/30 Burton Cummings Theatre Winnipeg, Canada
7/2 State Theatre Minneapolis, MN
7/5 Akoo Theatre at Rosemont Rosemont, IL
7/8 Massey Hall Toronto, Canada
7/10 Metropolis Montreal, Canada
7/12 Tower Theater Upper Darby, PA
7/13 Carnegie Library Music Hall Munhall, PA
7/14 DAR Constitution Hall Washington, DC
7/17 State Theater New Brunswick, NJ
7/18 Best Buy Theater New York, NY
7/20 House of Blues Boston Boston, MA
7/23 Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI
7/24 Peabody Opera House St. Louis, MO
7/25 The Midland by AMC Kansas City, MO
7/26 The Cotillion Wichita, KS
7/27 Ogden Theatre Denver, CO
Light Years Premiere New Song “Hindsight” on AltPress.com; I Won’t Hold This Against You - June 18
Tour with Mixtapes and You Blew It! Starts June 27
Cleveland “pop-punk sensations” (thanks, Soundsupply) Light Years premiered a new song on AltPress.com today. The I Won’t Hold This Against You cut is titled “Hindsight” and listeners will notice that it stands in stark contrast to the three already-released tracks from Light Years’ upcoming debut LP.
The track’s acoustic, poppier sound is the only one of its kind on the album, which comes out June 18. It can be preordered on vinyl and digital formats via Paper + Plastick Records and CD via Black Numbers.
The three songs released so far – “Parking Lots,” “Nice To Know You” and “Put Myself Together” can be streamed via SoundCloud. These three songs can also be embedded on your website using SoundCloud’s embed code.
Light Years recently wrapped up a weekend of supporting BoySetsFire with Pentimento and No Trigger. Next, the band will embark on a summer tour with Mixtapes and You Blew It!, which kicks off on June 27. Check out all the tour dates below.
I Won’t Hold This Against You can be preordered here and the music video for “Parking Lots” can be seen here.
Light Years - I Won’t Hold This Against You
June 18, 2013
Paper + Plastick Records
“Pop-punk for grown-ups” – Alternative Press Magazine, 4/5 stars
Tracklisting
1. Uphill Battles
2. Parking Lots [MUSIC VIDEO]
3. Nice To Know You [STREAM]
4. Put Myself Together [STREAM]
5. Throwing My Life
6. Deadlines
7. Ringing In My Ears
8. Hindsight
9. Us vs. Them
10. Float
11. The War Inside My Head
12. I Won’t Hold This Against You
Light Years with Mixtapes, You Blew It! and Modern Baseball/Last Call
6/27/2013 – Richmond, VA @ Kingdom*
6/28/2013 – Philadelphia, PA @ Barbary*
6/29/2013 – Brooklyn, NY @ Webster Studio*
6/30/2013 – Bayshore, NY @ Evenflow Bar and Grill*
7/1/2013 – Boston, MA @ Middle East Upstairs*
7/2/2013 – Buffalo, NY @ The Waiting Room*
7/3/2013 – Detroit, MI @ Magic Stick
7/5/2013 – Tinley Park, IL @ Centennial
7/6/2013 – Minneapolis, MN @ Station 4
7/7/2013 – Rock Island, IA @ BlackHawk Room
7/9/2013 – Denver, CO @ TBA
7/10/2013 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Shred Shed
7/12/2013 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
7/13/2013 – Portland, OR @ Backspace
7/15/2015 – San Francisco, CA @ 1234 Go!
7/16/2013 – Canoga Park, CA @ Cobalt Cafe^
7/17/2013 – San Diego, CA @ Che Cafe^
7/18/2013 – Las Vegas, NV @ Eagles Hall^
7/19/2013 – Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater Underground^
7/20/2013 – Albuquerque, NM @ Gasworks^
7/21/2013 – Tulsa, OK @ Eclipse Cultural House^
* w/ Modern Baseball
^ w/ Last Call
Pop-punk five-piece THESE HEARTS will be releasing their second studio album Yours To Take on July 9th, returning to the music scene with instruments in hand and a genuinely positive message to send. Drawing heavily on their faith and experiences growing up, their sound is not only accessible, but it’s uplifting, focused on empowering others to overcome their own struggles. Mixed by Andrew Wade (A DAY TO REMEMBER) and mastered by Joey Sturgis (ASKING ALEXANDRIA, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA) Yours To Take unveils impressive vocals and empowering gang chants about relationships, touring and everyday life. A solid mix-up of heavy and emotional tracks, fans can expect the upbeat punk they’ve come to appreciate from THESE HEARTS with the energy turned all the way up.
An inspiration to fans across the world, THESE HEARTS rely on their steadfast values and passion to rise to the top, all while staying true to themselves and their message. Gear up for Yours To Take, one of the most high-energy, infectiously catchy albums of the summer. THESE HEARTS pre-order packages are now available at VictoryMerch.com; international shipping is available.
For more information on These Hearts:
https://www.facebook.com/thesehearts
http://www.victoryrecords.com/thesehearts
http://www.these-hearts.com/
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