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It's about time a band like Emery steps up and brings something different to the table. With their latest release, "...In Shallow Seas We Sail", the band has reclaimed its place in the music world with passionate vocals and darker pop melodies that remain fresh and entertaining. On top of all that, the release is also an engaging concept album. More on Emery
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Attention fans of band such as Mute Math and the late Codeseven, Consider The Thief are an up and coming force to be reckoned with. Consider The Thief is an inventive spacey rock band from Sacramento, CA featuring a former guitarist from Dance Gavin Dance. Containing soothing electronic backgrounds over crunching guitars and comforting vocals, there is only one question. Why has this band still unsigned? More on Consider The Thief

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News and Updates

Regina Spektor Debuts High

Regina Spektor's new album Far debuted at #3 on this week's Billboard Top 200 chart.

You can catch Regina perform "Laughing With" July 30 on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien.

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 7:35 pm PST
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Death Cab For Video

Death Cab For Cutie's new video for "Little Bribes" can be seen here. The song comes from The Open Door EP in stores now.

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 7:33 pm PST
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Tides Of Man Announce Release Date

Tides Of Man will release Empire Theory August 4. Catch them on tour now with A Static Lullaby and Vanna and in late July with label mates Dance Gavin Dance.

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 7:29 pm PST
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Cast Spells Take The Magic Show On The Road

Cast Spells (Dave Davison of Maps & Atlases) will hit the road in support of his debut EP Bright Works & Baton which you can purchase on tour or online (digital and physical) here.

See the replies for dates.

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 4:32 pm PST
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Good Old War On The Road

Good Old War will keep the wheels running after their upcoming run with Rx Bandits with The Honorary Title.

See the replies for all of the band's upcoming dates.

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 4:22 pm PST
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Gay Blades DVD Pre-Order

In a follow-up to yesterday's post, The Gay Blades have announced a pre-order for their DVD Live At The Lanes which comes with a 7" featuring "Mean Muses."

posted by matt zimmerman on July 01 2009 @ 9:57 am PST
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Valmart Vorld

In related news, Valmart (featuring Phil of Casket Salesmen) has announced their first shows including the event below.

See the band's Myspace for more information on these dates.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 6:58 pm PST
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Second Annual Longhair Fest

Longhair Illuminati will be sponsoring the second annual Longhair Fest being held Saturday, October 3. Bands playing will be The Bronx, Technology (Chris of Rx Bandits), The Union Line, Valmart (Phil of Casket Salesmen) and many more.

See the replies for more details.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 6:53 pm PST
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Heath Leaves Senses Fail

Guitarist Heath Saraceno will be leaving Senses Fail after the band's current run on the Warped Tour.

See a statement from Heath and Buddy regarding the situation.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 3:13 pm PST
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A Wilhelm Scream Annouce New Music

A Wilhelm Scream will release a self-titled 12" EP this fall which will be released exclusively through Paper + Plastick.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 3:11 pm PST
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Dignan Release Debut LP

Dignan released their highly anticipated debut LP Cheaters & Thieves today. You can order your exclusive copy here.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 3:04 pm PST
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The Gaslight Anthem With The Boss

The Gaslight Anthem recently invited Bruce Springsteen to perform their song "The '59 Sound" with them in Glastonbury.

See the video in the replies.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 2:56 pm PST
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The Used Stream Single

The Used is streaming their new single "Blood On My Hands" for one day only. If you want to hear it after today, you can purchase it on iTunes now.

The band's new album Artwork will see a release this fall.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 2:49 pm PST
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The Gay Blades Release DVD

The Gay Blades will release the Alive At The Lanes DVD August 4 featuring a full live performance and the band's videos-to-date.

See the replies for the full track listing.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 30 2009 @ 2:37 pm PST
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Maps & Atlases Release Mountain Vinyl

Maps & Atlases' newest release You And Me And The Mountain has made its way on to vinyl; click here to order.

The album is encased on side A with the B side featuring etching.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 6:19 pm PST
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Andrew Dost Update

Andrew Dost (of fun.) has given an update on new solo music and hints at some new announcements regarding fun. soon.

See the replies for a full update.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:59 pm PST
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Adelitas Way Reveal Album Details

Adelitas Way have unveiled the cover art and track listing for their self-titled debut album due out July 14. Also, you can download their new song "Inside" at the band's website.

See the replies for details.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:41 pm PST
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Album Out This Fall

We Are Not Losers, We Are Lasers.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:37 pm PST
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Twin Atlantic Give Away Download

Scottish rock outfit Twin Atlantic have made their new song "Lightspeed" available free for download at their website for a limited time. The song is off Vivarium which will see a release this fall.

Also, see the replies for the video to the song.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:34 pm PST
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Murder By Death Back On Tour

Murder By Death has announced new dates including headlining stops and with The Gaslight Anthem.

See dates in the replies.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:26 pm PST
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Edward Sharpe On Fuel TV

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros will be featured on Fuel TV tomorrow, Tuesday June 30 performing "Home" and "40 Day Dream." The songs are off the band's new album Up From Below due out July 14.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:21 pm PST
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Weiss Family Tour Details

Aaron and Mike of mewithoutYou will be doing a unique tour entitled the Weiss Family Tour.

Details and dates in the replies.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:13 pm PST
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Cinema Bizarre Announce Album Date

Cinema Bizarre has announced they will release their their new album Bang! due out August 25.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:13 pm PST
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Jack's Mannequin Internet Video

While fans wait for Jack's Mannequin's new video for "Swim," an internet version has been released which you can see in the replies.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:11 pm PST
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Airborne Toxic Event Announce New Dates

The Airborne Toxic Event have announced a world tour in celebration of their self-titled album selling over 100,000 units.

See dates on the band's website.

posted by matt zimmerman on June 29 2009 @ 5:09 pm PST
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