Modern Mystery favorites, Cassette Kids, have released a new track entitled “Insomnia” via HobNob Wine. The track, from the band’s forthcoming US release Nothing on TV, can be downloaded HERE.
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On The Road with The Chain Gang of 1974
After a week of late, sweaty CMJ shows, The Chain Gang Of 1974 are embarking on a tour with fellow Colorado band, Candy Claws. In honor of their upcoming tour, The Chain Gang of 1974 has released a brand new remix of their song “Hold On,” which can be downloaded HERE.
Upcoming Tour Dates
Fri. Nov. 5 – Minneapolis, MN @ 400 Bar w/ Candy Claws
Sat. Nov. 6 – Des Moines, IA @ Vaudeville Mews w/ Candy Claws
Tue. Nov. 9 – San Diego, CA @ Tin Can Alehouse w/ Candy Claws
Wed. Nov. 10 – Los Angeles, CA @ Bootleg Theatre w/ Candy Claws
Thu. Nov. 11 – San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop w/ Candy Claws
Fri. Nov. 12 – Reno, NV @ Tonic Lounge w/ Candy Claws
Sat. Nov. 13 – Sacramento, CA @ Fun Garden w/ Candy Claws
Sun. Nov. 14 – Portland, OR @ Mississippi Studios w/ Candy Claws
Tue. Nov. 16 – Seattle, WA @ High Dive w/ Candy Claws
Wed. Nov. 17 – Boise, ID @ Neurolux w/ Candy Claws
Fri. Nov. 19 – Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive
Domino Records Reintroduces Elliott Smith
Omaha born Elliot Smith released his first album, Roman Candle, in 1994. Almost immediately, critics began to notice the singer-songwriter’s unique take on love and loss. For the better part of the next decade, Smith remained a folk-rock fixture. Yet, throughout that period, he dealt with thoughts of suicide and bouts of depression.
On October 21, 2003, Smith passed away from a fatal stab wound. His death remains shrouded in mystery, though it was officially ruled a suicide by the coroner. Since then, two full length albums of material have been released by Smith’s former label Domino Records.
On November 2, 2010 Domino issued a third post posthumous release, entitled An Introduction to… Elliot Smith. An Introduction to… is, as the title suggests, intended to introduce Smith to a new generation. AOL Spinner is currently streaming the album HERE, or you can purchase it HERE.
Introducing Life Size Maps
Life Size Maps, a three piece band from New York City, have had an exciting time the last few weeks. The trio played 4 CMJ showcases and were featured on the front page of Sonicbids as a CMJ Spotlight band.
Life Size Maps make dreamy pop-rock that lead singer Mike McKeever describes as “restless powerpop influenced by misplaced nostalgia.
Over the last year or so, the boys have played gigs at Glasslands, Public Assembly, Bowery Electric, Bruar Falls, and Cameo Gallery. In the coming weeks they can be found at venues in Brooklyn and Manhattan. A full list of dates can be found at the band’s MySpace page.
AOL Spins New French Horn Rebellion Track
Hailed by The New York Times as music’s “next big thing,” French Horn Rebellion lit up the stage at CMJ Festival last month. Now, as they prep for the release of their third EP, The Moment, on November 22nd, the band has released a new song to AOL Spinner. Entitled “Last Summer,” the busy b-side can be found HERE.
Moreover, after spending much of 2010 across the pond, French Horn Rebellion are now bringing their live show back to America. The band will kick off a series of 3 New York shows tonight at Highline Ballroom.
Live dates:
11/04/10 – New York, NY @ Highline Ballroom (w Yelle) 9pm
11/06/10 – Brooklyn, NY @ Glasslands 11pm
11/12/10 – Poughkeepsie, NY @ Vassar College (w Yeasayer) 9pm
Shilpa Ray And Her Hookers Happy To Be On Tour
Coming off an impressive series of performances at CMJ Festival, Shilpa Ray And Her Happy Hookers have announced a slew of upcoming fall tour dates with the beloved indie band Cornershop. The band says the shows will feature songs from their recently released Venus Shaver 7″ and their forthcoming full-length album Teenage And Torture, out January 18th 2011 on Knitting Factory Records.
Additionally, Shilpa Ray will share the stage with legends Patti Smith and Lenny Kaye, and peers Outernational, at a benefit for the FortnightJournal.com, to be held at Southpaw in Brooklyn on Thursday, November 11th. And, on January 21st, the band will celebrate the release of their album at the Brooklyn Bowl.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
*= w/ Cornershop
NOVEMBER
03 – New York, NY – Piano’s NYC (Hoooray For Earth Residency)
11 – Brooklyn, NY – Southpaw (Patti Smith + Lenny Kaye – Fortnight Journal Benefit)
17 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East Downstairs*
18 – Philadelphia, PA – Trocadero*
20 – Washington, DC – 930 Club*
21 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle*
03 – New York, NY – Piano’s NYC (Hoooray For Earth Residency)
11 – Brooklyn, NY – Southpaw (Patti Smith + Lenny Kaye – Fortnight Journal Benefit)
17 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East Downstairs*
18 – Philadelphia, PA – Trocadero*
20 – Washington, DC – 930 Club*
21 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle*
JANUARY
21 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Bowl
(Teenage and Torture Release Show w/ Hooray For Earth, Soft Black)
21 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Bowl
(Teenage and Torture Release Show w/ Hooray For Earth, Soft Black)
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