Monthly Archives: October 2012

October 10, 2012 · 2:54 pm

Download: Hank & Cupcakes

Flush with simmering sexuality and irresistible dance pulse, Brooklyn-based Hank & Cupcakes are the coalescence of rock without guitars and pop without synthesizers. Hailing from Tel Aviv, the duo consist of powerhouse vocalist/drummer Cupcakes and bassist/pedal board magician Hank. Named in reference to Charles “Hank” Bukowski and one of his real-life lovers “Cupcakes,” they have been honing their explosive live performances in front of US audiences since they arrived in 2008. Fully realized now, the show is a raucous bash, where the mesmerizing Cupcakes stands to bang her drum kit only breaking the beat to catalyze a dance party with the crowd.

Hank & Cupcakes recorded their debut album with Swedish producer Ludwig Boss at the legendary Hansa Studios in Berlin where landmark records from U2, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Depeche Mode, Nick Cave, R.E.M. & many more were made. First single “Sweet Potion,” which premiered today with MTV Hive, is the perfect balance of Hank’s cool progression on the bass and Cupcakes’ lyrical hooks and percussive assault. They are offering it as a free MP3 in advance of a brand new EP release October 22nd on BMG Rights Management.

Don’t miss the duo when they take their magnetic live show on the road this month in anticipation of a 2013 album release that will further showcase their postmodern brand of disco pop.

Download: Hank & Cupcakes – “Sweet Potion”

10/18: Philadelphia, PA @ Milkboy
10/19: Pittston, PA @ The Rattler
10/20: NYC Wreckroom CMJ showcase @ Fontana’s
10/23: Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern
10/24: Charleston, SC @ The Sparrow
10/25: Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits Live
10/26: Miami, FL @ The Stage
10/27: Tampa, FL @ Czar
10/28: Sarasota, FL @ Shamrock
10/31: Saratoga Springs, NY @ Putnam Den
11/1: Buffalo, NY @ Duke’s Bohemian Grove Bar
11/2: Rochester, NY @ Bugjar
11/3: Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC
11/6: Cleveland, OH @ Mahall’s
11/7: Bloomington, IN @ Bluebird
11/8: Indianapolis, IN @ Melody Inn
11/9: Chicago, IL @ Schubas
12/8: New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge

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October 8, 2012 · 11:49 am

Interview: Heavy Glow

Who is Heavy Glow, and why are you guys the next big thing in rock?
Heavy Glow is a rock AND roll band. Plain and simple. We’re about being loud and soft. We’re about being heavy and loud but with a sensual swagger. It’s primitive swagger. We’re Heavy and we’re glow…
I think there’s a great future for us because we’re real. We put out music that moves us first. If it doesn’t move us then we assume it won’t move anyone else. Every song means something to us. There’s no gimmicks really. It’s a group of guys playing raw, honest music with substance. Hopefully it’s fun for everyone along the way.

What made you decide to play 70’s style rock and roll?
I don’t think there was ever a conscious decision to play any particular style of music. We play what moves us. Rock moves us and the best rock tends to come from artists with a 60s and 70s flair. To me it’s about using the language of rock music and making your own sound…which is what we’re looking to do.

Any albums/projects on the horizon?
Absolutely! We’ll be releasing our follow-up album early next year. No title as of yet. We spent the summer working with Michael Patterson and Nic Jodoin couped up in an L.A. studio. Michael is pretty well-known and has worked with Beck on “Midnite Vultures,” Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Trent Reznor etc. Nic is a recording genius. He’s currently working on the new Black Rebel Motorcycle Club album. Super excited. 10 new songs. They have an air of very confident energy…It was a very emotive and physically demanding album to record.

Any tours/shows we should be on the lookout for?
Yes we’ll be doing a West Coast Tour from L.A. to Seattle and back in January. We’ll be hitting up as many cities along the way as possible. Putting out a single on vinyl…probably 10″ so we’ll be promoting that on the tour. It’s really a “buy it at the show only” kinda thing.

Got any shout outs? Where can we find you?
Hi Mom. Just joking…Come say hi on our facebook. facebook.com/heavyglowband
Fun to chat with fans all over the world on that there Internet.
If we’re not there we’re probably watching B movies and thinking of Jameson…sometimes at the same time:)

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October 5, 2012 · 11:48 am

Video: Smith & Thell – “Kill It With Love”

Meet Mary Jane Smith and Victor Alexander Thell. Also known as Smith & Thell for short.
Some time ago they met and fell completely head over heels in love with each other’s musical urge, ambition, vision and passion for the art. After joining forces the outcome of their musical marriage has taken many turns and looked and sounded very different and members of the collective have come and gone.  At a certain point Mary and Victor decided to replace them all with machines and somewhere in this electro acoustic landscape inspired by strong influences such as Björk, Chemical Brothers and Bat For Lashes they´ve managed to give birth to something we like to call unique and very promising.

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October 3, 2012 · 9:58 am

Brand New: Jets Overhead

Jets Overhead has released their album Boredom and Joy today which can be streamed in full on both AOL Spinner and MSN. The album is currently available via all major online distributors on Microgroove Entertainment.

Known for their innovation, the band has launched their own website, Tellmewhatyoureallywant.com, to develop a social music video for the song, “What You Really Want”.  Fans are encouraged to share a photo of themselves expressing their wants on a white piece of paper which will later be incorporated into a new video for the track which is set to be released later this month.

Additionally, Jets Overhead is carrying out a remix contest on their own website for the Boredom and Joy track, “Love Got In The Way.”  Fans can visit JetsOverhead.com to download the the stems for free. The remix contest will be open until October 11 and submissions should be delivered through the band’s official Twitter or Facebook page.  The winner will receive a Jets Overhead gift pack and consideration for an official digital release.

For moviegoers, “Beach Dream” is currently highlighted in the Clint Eastwood feature film,  “The Trouble with the Curve”.  Jets Overhead will also be sharing the stage with a limited run of dates starting in November with Stars.  Dates are listed below.

Tour Dates with Stars:

  • Nov 7 – Portland / The Aladdin
  • Nov 8 – Seattle / The Showbox

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October 3, 2012 · 9:49 am

New Videos: Zedd & Skrillex and Nero

Zedd just dropped his new video for “Stache”, a song off his debut album Clarity via Interscope Records. He’s currently touring with Porter Robinson and working with Lady Gaga. You can buy the album now on iTunes (in stores 10/9).

Upcoming tour dates:

  • 10/3  Ann Arbor, MI              Necto *
  • 10/4  Miami, FL                    LIV *
  • 10/5  New York, NY              Pacha *
  • 10/6  Baltimore, MD              Virgin Mobile FreeFest *
  • 10/7  Vancouver, BC             Vancouver Convention Centre *
  • 10/8  Santa Cruz, CA            Motiv *
  • 10/9  Hollywood, CA             Greystone Manor *
  • 10/10  Santa Ana, CA           Yost Theater *
  • 10/11  San Diego, CA           Petco Park *
  • 10/11  San Diego, CA           Voyeur *
  • 10/12  Los Angeles, CA        Avalon *
  • 10/13  Portland, OR              Oregon Convention Center *
  • 10/15   Las Vegas, NV          Marquee
  • 10/19   Detroit, MI                 Elektricity
  • 10/20   Chicago, IL               The Mid
  • 10/22   London, ON               London Music Hall
  • 10/23   Ottawa, ON               Mansion
  • 10/24   Kingston, ON             Stages
  • 10/25   Dallas, TX                 Lizard Lounge
  • 10/26   Austin, TX                 Emo’s East
  • 10/27   Houston, T                 Space City Music Festival
  • 11/03   Minneapolis, MN         Target Center **

* w/ Porter Robinson

** Bassnectar support date

Skrillex and Nero just remixed Monsta’s “Holdin On.” The track will be part of the trio’s upcoming EP, out via Skrillex’s OWSLA on 10/23.

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October 2, 2012 · 10:00 am

Videos & Tour Dates From The Dig

The Dig released their new album Midnight Flowers on May 29th via Buffalo Jump Records.  Last July they moved to Los Angeles by popular demand for a residency at Silverlake Lounge after playing their successful shows with Ben Kwellerin May.  The band is proud to lend their single to Turn the Tide: Songs for “Last Call at the Oasis” a companion charity album to the new film Last Call at the Oasis in support of the global water crisis alongside 20 unreleased exclusive tracks from artists including Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds, Alabama Shakes, My Morning Jacket and more. The Dig’s sound has been developing ever since the band’s two singers Emile Mosseri and David Baldwin started making music together when they were eleven years old.  After meeting California native Erick Eiser, the three songwriters have been writing tunes and playing in different bands since they were 16 years old. Anchored by sharp guitars, a woozy synth backdrop and airtight vocal harmonies, the new album Midnight Flowers which is produced by Bryce Goggin (Pavement, The Apples In Stereo, Swans, Antony & The Johnsons) via Buffalo Jump Records. It recalls styles ranging from T. Rex to Brian Eno to The Everly Brothers.

New York indie rock band The Dig are giving their fans a gift, as stated on their site: “Email your ticket receipt for any show on the fall tour to thedig@redlightmanagement.com to redeem a free download of The Dig’s new album, Midnight Flowers.”
The Dig Fall Tour 2012:
w/ The We Shared Milk
10/3   – Washington, DC @ Red Palace
10/4   – Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie
10/5   – Northampton, MA – The Basement (Free Show)
10/6   – Brooklyn, NY @ Cameo
10/10 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Garfield Artworks
10/11 – Columbus, OH @ Kobo
10/12 – Chicago, IL @ Tonic Room
10/13 – Bowling Green, KY @ Tidball’s
10/14 – Nashville, TN @ The Basement
10/16 – Oxford, MS @ Proud Larry’s
10/17 – Denton, TX @ Hailey’s
10/18 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk (indoors)
10/19 – San Antonio, TX @ The Limelight
10/20 – El Paso, TX @ The Hoppy Monk
10/21 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Rogue Bar
10/23 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Royal House (Free Show)
10/24 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Bootleg
10/25 – San Francisco, CA @ Cafe Du Nord
10/26 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
10/28 – Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge
10/31 – Minneapolis, MN – Halloween Party @ 400 Bar
11/1   – Madison, WI @ The Frequency
11/2   – Detroit, MI – Benefit Show @ Starkweather Arts Center
11/3   – St. Louis, MO @ Cicero’s

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