Elle Casazza’s - Proof

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pFMk081qKgc/WVLUU48_6MI/AAAAAAAA0RE/HgKc526LEYo6fs19pz1Zgah-IMr05JEUwCLcBGAs/s1600/a1180500369_16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="700" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pFMk081qKgc/WVLUU48_6MI/AAAAAAAA0RE/HgKc526LEYo6fs19pz1Zgah-IMr05JEUwCLcBGAs/s320/a1180500369_16.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Elle Casazza’s album "Proof" was briefly discussed in the single review of one of the tracks off it called "You". This time though "Proof" will be discussed in full with its other assorted singles including the mention of "You" once more. So then where do we begin with this release really. Well it consists of 10-tracks, "You", being one of them of course, that track is a pure re-boost of energy really, showing off the skill set that Elle brings upon herself with her music making abilities. Whereas other tracks such as "Hey", "Save Me", "Too Bad", and "Last Word", are the glimpses into what can be expected from her as an artist and her material in general.<br /> <br /> Her skill picks up pieces from the likes of jazz, soul, funk, and pop, together blending of the genres so flawlessly she works them so well into her musical trait it's no wonder she is slowly stepping upon the scene with her refreshing source of style let alone sound.<br /> <br /> Like take these tracks mentioned just now, they instantly showcase a style that some would call retro pop. Which believe it or not does suit her for not just her music but her unique style trends as well. If you have seen her look which is upon the cover of "Proof" you get that classy retro sensational vibe right away. So again you can see just how much style and sense Elle delivers here.<br /> <br /> If that is not saying much then her music is really where it kicks in really. "You", is really one of those ballad types of tracks, built upon love, highlighting a relationship that was endless due to its devolution. The beat behind it is not that bad either, it maintains the vocals so willingly the rest of the music just floats standing still but still is very moving and effective. "Too Bad", is another one of those that just gears the music into the right direction with its diverse force of focus and true pulsing drive. It becomes another staple of a hitter off of "Proof" that will cause an uproar of glee for Elle as a person and for her music with this track easily.<br /> <br /> The others named "Hey", "Save Me", and "Last Word", are a trio of sorts that expand her creativity of mind and soul. For instance with these tracks in particular, they build up that burst of energy, having moments of soothing, upbeat, undertone that keeps the music at a slow yet steady pace. While the vocal chords on the other hand, sound more focused, yet easy going, allowing for the music to be more on the laid back relaxation vibrations feeling giving off for them. They are decent tracks with a decent feel that just needs a bit more spunk is all.<br /> <br /> All in all though Elle's "Proof" album may be not that old of a release, but for her and the material found on it. It is surely an eye grabbing for some, because it mixes things up, allowing for her as an artist to explore her music skills ever so further, that she can stand straight, developing them more so than they were developed here. Pushing her music into a more energetic phase and tone if you will.

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exist†trace Heats Up One-Man Live Series With THE URGE BLUE

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DC4kDoq6F5s/WVLLgBhhVYI/AAAAAAAA0Q0/rd1HmER7Beos7awro55GBKn_6RT0cfgqgCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="566" data-original-width="944" height="191" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DC4kDoq6F5s/WVLLgBhhVYI/AAAAAAAA0Q0/rd1HmER7Beos7awro55GBKn_6RT0cfgqgCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Japanese all-female visual kei band exist†trace performed the third show of their solo concert series at Ebisu Club Aim on June 19, titled “THE URGE BLUE”.<br /> <br /> “The 19th Challenge” series is exist†trace’s 2017 project to connect them with their fans through extended live shows on the band’s special day, the 19th of each month.<br /> <br /> Jyou (vocals): “The monthly one-man show has a different theme every time. The theme for this one was ‘urge’ and it was a really hot night with raw emotions. We wanted to unite the whole place more than ever and create the best show. We did fewer MCs and played songs one after another to increase the pressure on us and the audience, and the audience reacted with all their might! My excitement didn’t calm down even after the live show, and I couldn’t sleep. It made me realize that we can keep going past our limits. I’m looking forward to finding out how far we can go with the next one.”<br /> <br /> miko (guitar, vocals): “It was the third night of our monthly one-man show! Everyone who joined us and everyone who sent energy from far away, thank you! This show, with the theme of ‘passion’, was titled ‘THE URGE BLUE’. It indeed turned out to be a live show filled with urgency and heat! We especially focused on our song ‘SKY’ this time, and we were able to create a concert full of a sense of freedom. It was also a time I could re-realize that this is where I come home to. We will heat it up more every month so that more new friends can jump in with us. Under the same sky, let’s prove together that nothing is impossible!”<br /> <br /> The band performed 19 songs over the course of the two-hour-plus set, including “CUT IT OUT” a yet-to-be recorded song that band has been refining in live shows for about two years. The concert also featured the band members wearing special blue armbands, symbolizing the themes of “sky” and “unity”.<br /> <br /> exist†trace with perform their next one-man show “Shout Alive"/"to the end of despair” on July 19, followed by their appearance at the “hide presents MIX LEMONeD JELLY 2017″ tribute event at Shinkiba Studio Coast on August 5, alongside LM.C, heidi., DaizyStripper, ALDIOUS, and others.<br /> <br /> exist†trace<br /> THE URGE BLUE<br /> 06.19.2017<br /> <br /> Set List:<br /> 1. Resonance<br /> 2. This is Now<br /> 3. Psychedelic Black Night<br /> 4. Diamond<br /> 5. Cut It Out<br /> 6. Antique Doll<br /> 7. Royal Straight Magic<br /> 8. Ambivalence<br /> 9. Blaze<br /> 10. Water<br /> 11. Lost in Helix<br /> 12. Get Back<br /> 13. Orleans no Shoujo<br /> 14. True<br /> 15. raze<br /> 16. Sky<br /> EN1. Dream Rider<br /> EN2. Venom<br /> EN3. Blast

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Coastlands Announces the “Flora & Fauna Tour”

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZH9xWzKIy7o/WVLKOXUBGZI/AAAAAAAA0Qs/o6GV2xS0-QYjLCtpnnK7Cwc4Tgcr4FxuQCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="552" data-original-width="552" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZH9xWzKIy7o/WVLKOXUBGZI/AAAAAAAA0Qs/o6GV2xS0-QYjLCtpnnK7Cwc4Tgcr4FxuQCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Coastlands have announced a summer headlining tour called the “Flora & Fauna Tour”. Check out the list of dates below as well as a teaser video of the tour right <a href="https://www.facebook.com/coastlandsmusic/videos/10155186904052347/">HERE</a>.<br /> <br /> TOUR DATES:<br /> <br /> 8.05 | Portland, OR | Bunk Bar<br /> 8.08 | Medford, OR | Johnny B's<br /> 8.09 | Sacramento, CA | TBA<br /> 8.10 | San Francisco, CA | Neck of the Woods<br /> 8.11 | Fresno, CA | Mia Cuppa Caffe'<br /> 8.12 | Tempe, AZ | Yucca Tap Room<br /> 8.13 | El Paso, TX | The Lowbrow Palace<br /> 8.15 | Alpine, TX | Ole Crystal Bar<br /> 8.16 | Marfa, TX | El Cosmico<br /> 8.17 | Dallas, TX | Gas Monkey Dallas<br /> 8.18 | Austin, TX | Swan Dive<br /> 8.19 | Ocean Springs, MS | The Juke Joint<br /> 8.20 | Nashville, TN | The East Room<br /> 8.21 | Hopkinsville, KY | Solar Eclipse Hopkinsville 2017<br /> 8.22 | Chicago, IL | Subterranean<br /> 8.23 | St. Louis, MO | The Sinkhole<br /> 8.24 | Denver, CO | Streets of London Pub<br /> 8.25 | Ogden, UT | Brewskis<br /> 8.26 | Reno, NV | The Saint<br /> 8.27 | Redding, CA | The Dip

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THE FUNERAL PORTRAIT ANNOUNCE NEW TOUR

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y_9VAoDWyPw/WVKzjG8djLI/AAAAAAAA0Qc/f0kvnrFJSN4lLiQcC3kJsk09ejcz3GhLQCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="518" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y_9VAoDWyPw/WVKzjG8djLI/AAAAAAAA0Qc/f0kvnrFJSN4lLiQcC3kJsk09ejcz3GhLQCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="207" /></a></div> <br /> The Funeral Portrait are thrilled to announce an August tour with friends Marina City and Awake at Last, which kicks off August 11th in Spartanburg, SC (without Marina City) and will conclude August 25th in Toledo, OH.<br /> <br /> TOUR DATES:<br /> <br /> 8/11 - Spartanburg, SC at Ground Zero (No Marina City)<br /> 8/12 - Raleigh, NC at Legends<br /> 8/13 - Richmond, VA at Canal Club<br /> 8/14 - Philadelphia, PA at Voltage Lounge<br /> 8/15 - Amityville, NY at Revolution Music Hall<br /> 8/16 - Stanhope, NJ at Stanhope House<br /> 8/17 - Manchester, NH at Bungalow<br /> 8/18 - Stroudsburg, PA at Sherman Showcase<br /> 8/19 - Rochester, NY at Montage Music Hall<br /> 8/20 - Buffalo, NY at Mohawk Place<br /> 8/23 - Lansing, MI at Mac's Bar<br /> 8/24 - Newport, KY at Thompson House<br /> 8/25 - Toledo, OH at Frankie's

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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA ANNOUNCE HEADLINE NO SUN / NO MOON TOUR

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BXUSK-e1Wnc/WVKx7Qcw5uI/AAAAAAAA0QQ/Idy_xBJKk1wLJmO6lcdhLi5OXlyijQwSwCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BXUSK-e1Wnc/WVKx7Qcw5uI/AAAAAAAA0QQ/Idy_xBJKk1wLJmO6lcdhLi5OXlyijQwSwCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="240" /></a></div> <br /> The Devil Wears Prada will return to the road this fall on a headline tour, dubbed "No Sun / No Moon." The tour will feature support from Veil of Maya and Thousand Below, with a special guest to be announced at a later date. The tour launches on September 29 in Millvale, PA and runs through November 4 in Chicago.<br /> <br /> As an added bonus that is sure to delight fans, all tour attendees will have the chance to pick up a free download card for the No Sun / No Moon documentary at the band's merch table during the show. The documentary chronicles both the writing and recording process for Transit Blues [Rise Records]. It is an intimate look into the band's most recent album and it's one that invites fans into the band's creative orbit.<br /> <br /> "I could not be more excited for the No Sun / No Moon documentary release," says singer Mike Hranica. "Versus what we've done in the past, there's no comparison. We've always felt there's been drastic room for improvement, and what Quinn Brabender came up with met our expectations."<br /> <br /> The VIP ticket bundle is limited to 25 fans per show and includes a general admission ticket, Q+A session, a photo opp, the No Sun / No Moon documentary, Transit Blues Digital Album Download, Transit Blues Digital Photobook, a hand-numbered screen printed poster, exclusive hockey puck, and exclusive slipmat.<br /> <br /> VIP tickets go on sale on Tuesday, June 27 at 10 a.m. ET. General on-sales are Friday, June 30 at 10 a.m. ET.<br /> <br /> TOUR DATES:<br /> <br /> 9/29 Millvale, PA @ Mr. Small's Theatre<br /> 9/30 Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew’s Hall<br /> 10/1 Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre<br /> 10/2 Toronto, ON @ Phoenix Concert Theatre<br /> 10/3 Montreal, QC @ La Tulipe<br /> 10/5 New York, NY @ The Gramercy Theatre<br /> 10/6 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium<br /> 10/7 Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero Theatre<br /> 10/8 Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Sound Stage<br /> 10/10 Norfolk, VA @ NorVa<br /> 10/11 Charlotte, NC @ The Underground<br /> 10/12 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade<br /> 10/13 Orlando, FL @ The Plaza Live<br /> 10/14 Lake Park, FL @ Kelsey Theater<br /> 10/15 Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum<br /> 10/16 Pensacola, FL @ Vinyl Music Hall<br /> 10/18 Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works<br /> 10/20 Dallas, TX @ The Door<br /> 10/21 Houston, TX @ Scout Bar<br /> 10/22 San Antonio, TX @ Alamo City Music Hall<br /> 10/24 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater<br /> 10/25 Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater<br /> 10/26 Pomona, CA @ The Glass House<br /> 10/27 Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom<br /> 10/28 San Diego, CA @ SOMA<br /> 10/29 Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades<br /> 10/31 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex<br /> 11/1 Denver, CO @ The Summit Music Hall<br /> 11/2 Omaha, NE @ Slowdown<br /> 11/3 Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre<br /> 11/4 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

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9ELECTRIC Join Otep On The Final Leg of the "Resistance" World Tour

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rYyuRO0hIP4/WVKws1ERy-I/AAAAAAAA0QI/tcSZY8Trg283TZ5bgD8rTSDi2o3I07eHQCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rYyuRO0hIP4/WVKws1ERy-I/AAAAAAAA0QI/tcSZY8Trg283TZ5bgD8rTSDi2o3I07eHQCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> 9ELECTRIC are pleased to share that they will be joining on for the remaining dates of Otep's "Resistance" World Tour here in the states. The band's first date on the tour is today (June 27th) in St. Paul, MN, with the tour concluding in Mesa, AZ at Club Red on July 5th. These new shows will see 9Electric continue to support their latest studio album, The Damaged Ones, which came out last summer on Another Century Records.<br /> <br /> Speaking about joining Otep on their remaining US tour dates, 9Electric frontman Ron "Thunderwood" comments, "9Electric is so stoked to join Otep on their Resistance Tour!  Here's a scene comprised not simply of music fans, but fans of something deeper - fans of art, and fans of an unflinching quest for self-realization. Otep inspires people the way all great artists should, and 9E can't wait to contribute to this scene."<br /> <br /> TOUR DATES:<br /> <br /> Tuesday, June 27 - St. Paul, MN @ Amsterdam Bar & Hall<br /> Wednesday, June 28 - Waterloo, IA @ Spicoli's<br /> Friday, June 30 - Oklahoma City, OK @ Thunder Alley<br /> Saturday, July 1 - Tulsa, OK @ The Shrine<br /> Monday, July 3 - Albuquerque, NM @ The Launchpad<br /> Wednesday, July 5 - Mesa, AZ @ Club Red<br /> Thursday, July 6 - West Hollywood, CA @ The Viper Room*<br /> <br /> * - 9E Headlining Show (No Otep or Brand of Julez)

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Cattle Decapitation Announces "The North American Extinction Tour Part II: Inhuman Beings"

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-n_9ejzea1E8/WVKvPzdCh8I/AAAAAAAA0P8/k2zZQzY7BPg8-oOevDg0TMPfCuFB3FmIACLcBGAs/s1600/19424548_10154639308341517_8704581342920244890_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="623" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-n_9ejzea1E8/WVKvPzdCh8I/AAAAAAAA0P8/k2zZQzY7BPg8-oOevDg0TMPfCuFB3FmIACLcBGAs/s320/19424548_10154639308341517_8704581342920244890_n.jpg" width="207" /></a></div> <br /> Cattle Decapitation announces headlining tour, MetalSucks.net & Exclaim! Aggressive Tendencies Presents: "The North American Extinction Tour Part II: Inhuman Beings", with Revocation, Full of Hell & Artificial Brain! Tijuana's mad doctors of gore Thanatology will be opening the first 3 dates! See below for all dates.<br /> <br /> TOUR DATES:<br /> <br /> Oct. 10 - Los Angeles, CA - Regent Theater *<br /> Oct. 11 - San Diego, CA - Brick By Brick *<br /> Oct. 12 - Flagstaff, AZ - Green Room *<br /> Oct. 13 - Albuquerque, NM - Launchpad<br /> Oct. 14 - Denver, CO - Larimer Lounge<br /> Oct. 15 - Jerome, ID - Diamondz Event Center<br /> Oct. 16 - Portland, OR - Bossanova<br /> Oct. 17 - Seattle, WA - Studio Seven<br /> Oct. 18 - Vancouver, BC - Rickshaw Theatre<br /> Oct. 20 - Edmonton, AB - Starlite<br /> Oct. 21 - Calgary, AB - Dickens<br /> Oct. 22 - Regina, SK - The Exchange<br /> Oct. 23 - Winnipeg, MB - Park Theater<br /> Oct. 24 - Minneapolis, MN - Cabooze<br /> Oct. 26 - Cleveland, OH - Agora Ballroom<br /> Oct. 27 - Chicago, IL - Reggies<br /> Oct. 28 - Covington, KY - Madison Live<br /> Oct. 29 - Detroit, MI - Token Lounge<br /> Oct. 31 - Toronto, ON - Opera House<br /> Nov. 1 - Montreal, QC - Les Foufounes Electriques<br /> Nov. 2 - Syracuse, NY - Lost Horizon<br /> Nov. 3 - Boston, MA - Once Ballroom<br /> Nov. 4 - Philadelphia, PA - Voltage<br /> Nov. 5 - Baltimore, MD - Soundstage<br /> Nov. 6 - New York, NY - Highline Ballroom<br /> Nov. 8 - Virginia Beach, VA - Shaka's<br /> Nov. 9 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade<br /> Nov. 10 - Orlando, FL - The Haven<br /> Nov. 11 - Tampa, FL - Orpheum<br /> Nov. 13 - New Orleans, LA - Southport Music Hall<br /> Nov. 14 - Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall<br /> Nov. 15 - Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live<br /> Nov. 16 - Oklahoma City, OK - 89th St Collective<br /> Nov. 17 - San Antonio, TX - Rock Box<br /> Nov. 18 - El Paso, TX - Tricky Falls<br /> Nov. 19 - Phoenix, AZ - Club Red<br /> Nov. 20 - Las Vegas, NV - Beauty Bar<br /> <br /> * = no Full Of Hell

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Aborted Releases New Song "Fallacious Crescendo"

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hldzkTTWWfk/WVKpuQWyQEI/AAAAAAAA0Ps/tK6tQzNeZGcLXSuemD6AQDZPCUkgeOWrQCLcBGAs/s1600/unnamed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hldzkTTWWfk/WVKpuQWyQEI/AAAAAAAA0Ps/tK6tQzNeZGcLXSuemD6AQDZPCUkgeOWrQCLcBGAs/s320/unnamed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Aborted has released a new song called "Fallacious Crescendo". Check it out over <a href="https://youtu.be/QkTT2Nj1V6I">HERE</a>.

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Like Minded Criminals - Drowning In Bed

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vz5FthBo0DA/WVKi8z35XOI/AAAAAAAA0PY/yCBwn9-SfJcjFUYzSvI4cXJgtQxtSwjxACLcBGAs/s1600/2017-06-27_112435.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="498" data-original-width="498" height="319" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vz5FthBo0DA/WVKi8z35XOI/AAAAAAAA0PY/yCBwn9-SfJcjFUYzSvI4cXJgtQxtSwjxACLcBGAs/s320/2017-06-27_112435.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Like Minded Criminals is one act you should be following if you are not doing so already. For this one act is one that in just a short amount of time, has already gone as far as self taught themselves, played a chunk of showcases, alongside a lot of well known bands, Michale Graves of The Misfits, Everyone Leaves, Crack Rock Steady 7, plus many more. Like Minded Criminals have spent time in the studio writing and recording for their first full-length album "Drowning In Bed".<br /> <br /> "And I'm The Liar?", and "Grace Under Pressure", are the two lead singles off this album, currently they are really drawing in the attention of the fan base, media, and new comers who had no idea who Like Minded Criminals was really all about until hearing these tracks. After which, the rest of the album should surely become a hit for not just the band for many others discovering them as well. Nonetheless though, opening up this album with "High And Dry", as well as these singles following said track, is quite the number to pull, for when listening to these tracks one after the other like that, you get a feel of pure rock n' roll with a dash of alternative rock, but it sounds so much like grunge music when it is not.<br /> <br /> For real though when first listening to these tracks in a row off the start off this album, Alice In Chains meets Pearl Jam, crossed my mind, which is not a bad thing by any means at all. That is the style that these guys gave off really and it shows within these set of tracks in particular. For the rest of the album, the rest of it is rather more rock based than grunge sounding really. Still has that fresh captivating sound, with a modern day twist, keeping the energy of the music afloat really well.<br /> <br /> That is really what happens when listening to Like Minded Criminals though, "Drowning In Bed", is just one of those albums, that does this sort of thing. You get an experience you have heard before, compare it something else when it is really something entirely different, fresh, and new. These guys have got the energy, with that hard rock n' roll vibe, to keep the flow of the music running for as long as it can withstand this highly entertaining trio of musicians.

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Exoaura's Duo Lindsey and Adam Explain the Outer Atmosphere!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7QvuTtAMwM8/WVKhxETIXzI/AAAAAAAA0PM/XHa1Vf720Y84Bzbuck7vrDNwuzNDSgn8gCLcBGAs/s1600/2017-06-27_111931.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="295" data-original-width="563" height="167" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7QvuTtAMwM8/WVKhxETIXzI/AAAAAAAA0PM/XHa1Vf720Y84Bzbuck7vrDNwuzNDSgn8gCLcBGAs/s320/2017-06-27_111931.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Alternative metal duo <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Exoauraband/">Exoaura</a> is female fronted with a fairly new release of material, including their two singles "Reverence" and "Ambit". Their self-titled EP debut is set for release this summer and they cannot wait for all to hear it! This duo took the time to discuss their forming, music, and future.<br /> <br /> <br /> 1. Please tell us about the history of your band and its members?<br /> <br /> Lindsey: Exoaura is comprised of myself, Lindsey Church (vocals/piano/arrangements) and Adam Ingram (instrumentation/programming/engineering). We both have pretty different styles. I have a background of R&B/Soul, while Adam listens to more prog&djent, but we share a common love for metal. We both hail from the nu-metal band Reflection where we noticed our undeniable chemistry together, so we've been writing and performing together since 2004.<br /> <br /> 2. What's the origin of the band's name?<br /> <br /> Adam: We went back and forth on different names, but ultimately wanted it to be a concept of surpassing one's limitations in life. So, we came up with Exoaura "exo" meaning outside and "aura" meaning ones atmosphere.<br /> <br /> 3. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?<br /> <br /> Lindsey: We're based out of Spokane, WA, USA. Washington was the birth place of grunge in the early 90's, home to huge names like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains etc. The music scene has kept a part of that gritty emotion throughout the years, but has evolved into a more progressive and varying one. There is a huge array of styles here, but the home grown bands that I would recommend are Rishloo and also Omni. They both have a dynamic sound and a great blend of vocals and instrumentation.<br /> <br /> 4. How would you describe your style?<br /> <br /> Adam: We're a female fronted alternative-metal duo with a twist of soul. We're a unique combination of passionate vocals, thought provoking lyrics, down tuned 8 string guitar riffs, melodic grooves and ethereal orchestration.<br /> <br /> 5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?<br /> <br /> Lindsey: Exoaura is our new project, so at the moment we've released our two singles "Reverence"; and "Ambit". Our debut self-titled EP release date is June 30th, 2017 and we can't wait for everyone to hear it. The EP is a convergence of our styles, so it's diverse ranging from light to heavy in writing. Lyrically it's inspired by how a huge part of the world bases their lives around fear and hate, rather than embracing love, but that there are people who are strong enough to rise above that and live free.<br /> <br /> 6. Do you have any new music in the works?<br /> <br /> Adam: Yes, besides our EP release, this year we will be dropping our cover of Karnivool's "Synops" and are already busy in the studio writing our sophomore album. So, lots to come!<br /> <br /> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CQjg8js1KXk/WVKiLYc-veI/AAAAAAAA0PQ/kGEyl7Url2op1gJKSw0AHh1vh0QT3ZFegCLcBGAs/s1600/2017-06-27_112113.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="433" data-original-width="434" height="319" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CQjg8js1KXk/WVKiLYc-veI/AAAAAAAA0PQ/kGEyl7Url2op1gJKSw0AHh1vh0QT3ZFegCLcBGAs/s320/2017-06-27_112113.jpg" width="320" /></a>7. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?<br /> <br /> Lindsey: We don't have tour dates set for this year yet, but we've had an outcry from our amazing fans from the US, Mexico and Brazil asking us for shows asap, so we'll keep our fans posted on future tour dates.<br /> <br /> 8. What plans do you have for the future of the band?<br /> <br /> Adam: Besides our debut release and sophomore album, we're doing covers, merch giveaways, live in the studio performances and are just going to keep writing, doing what we love and giving back to our awesome fans.<br /> <br /> 9. Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?<br /> <br /> Adam: We’re in your favorite stores from iTunes and Amazon to streaming services like Spotify and YouTube. Of course, fans can also support us directly on our site: <a href="http://www.exoaura.com/shop">http://www.exoaura.com/shop</a>.<br /> <br /> 10. What is it you would like a listener to remember most when hearing your music for the first time?<br /> <br /> Lindsey: Mainly the raw emotion that was put into making it and that through the stories of curiosity, pain and beauty, we can connect on a deeper level.

Exoaura Interviews Exoaura's Duo Lindsey and Adam Explain the Outer Atmosphere!

Alternative metal duo Exoaura is female fronted with a fairly new release of material, including their two singles "Reverence"...

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Crejuvent Releases the Debut Of All Time!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QHMpq8VKbhs/WVKdjjebpaI/AAAAAAAA0O8/JyqYsvgcQqkrVweGAQKaxAzTsak8xG_4wCLcBGAs/s1600/0010404836_100.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="975" height="59" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-QHMpq8VKbhs/WVKdjjebpaI/AAAAAAAA0O8/JyqYsvgcQqkrVweGAQKaxAzTsak8xG_4wCLcBGAs/s320/0010404836_100.png" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Crejuvent/">Crejuvent</a> will be releasing their debut EP "Time" for the summer! The band says this is one of the grooviest, heaviest, and bone grinding releases that any fan of heavy music will question into liking! The band goes into saying further about how they got together, their new music, and future activity!<br /> <br /> <br /> 1. Please tell us about the history of your band and its members.<br /> <br /> Welp, it all started a few years ago. I was starting to feel like I needed a place for my increasingly expanding ego to roam free and loose. So I started writing songs, and when I eventually wanted to release them that’s when this project, Crejuvent, was conceived. About two years ago I released a set of demos promptly titled ‘Pretty Demos’, and this year on the 1st of July, Crejuvent will be releasing its debut ‘Time’ EP! The members consist of me, myself, and my schizophrenic alter ego.<br /> <br /> 2. What’s the origin of the band’s name?<br /> <br /> One day the cosmos opened my mind to the wonders beyond human comprehension. I saw visions of an ever expanding multiverse, surrounded by a cascade of infinite realities. And as I journeyed through the expanding universe, life uttered a whisper – Crejuvent. I actually accidentally made the word up one day playing scrabble. When I put it in Google it came up with no results so I just claimed it.<br /> <br /> 3. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?<br /> <br /> Well I’m half Italian and half Brazilian, and I’ve been living in Liverpool, UK for the past five years. Before that I lived in the Netherlands for four years. I started the idea for Crejuvent back when I was in the Netherlands, but it’s only been in these past few years that I’ve done any actual work on it so technically Crejuvent is currently based in Liverpool. There scene here has been a bit hit or miss these past few years, but I’m glad to say things are picking up again! I’ve been going to local gigs since I first moved here and I’m now starting to see more and more new faces every time I go, more bands are starting out and trying stuff out, so it’s definitely growing! As far as recommendations, it really depends what you’re looking for. Oceanis is the one band most people will know, and they’re fantastic! They’re all fun guys, really good musicians, and they always deliver live! There’s a bit of an up and coming slam metal scene here, so if you’re into that then bands like Crepitation are ones to look out for. There isn’t too much in terms of black metal unfortunately, but there are bands like Ninkharsag who do pretty well.<br /> <br /> 4. How would you describe your style?<br /> <br /> Ah yes, the age old philosophical question. I like it when bands get asked this because they pretty much ALWAYS say something amongst the lines of “I don’t really know, it’s sort of impossible to define us because we have such a different mix of genres”. Especially in metal, it’s hilarious.<br /> <br /> But enough ranting. I’d describe Crejuvent’s style as a significant lack of style. It’s quite possibly the most un-cool metal ever. It’s big, it’s relentless, uninhibited, and would probably make most people feel uncomfortable.<br /> <br /> 5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?<br /> <br /> Well, the debut ‘Time’ EP is coming out ON THE 1st OF JULY SO GET ON IT! It’s got 5 testicle-compressing tracks guaranteed to put a smile on any listener’s face! There’s going to be a lyric video coming out for the title track and a play through video for the track Code Orange and maybe in the future some other cool shit! Buy the CD, download the mp3’s, stream it, whatever, just check it out! Please! I’m…so lonely.<br /> <br /> 6. Do you have any new music in the works?<br /> <br /> Once ‘Time’ is released I’ll probably start writing some more stuff specifically for Crejuvent. I have bits and bobs here and there, a few finished demos, I just want to see how this release works out first.<br /> <br /> 7. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?<br /> <br /> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u3YKdhiCY3g/WVKdj0_bW6I/AAAAAAAA0PA/JKWK6E9eUbw8s74pzYfqOc4oD65aQ_1igCLcBGAs/s1600/18739827_1936319083061076_573533046647760490_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u3YKdhiCY3g/WVKdj0_bW6I/AAAAAAAA0PA/JKWK6E9eUbw8s74pzYfqOc4oD65aQ_1igCLcBGAs/s320/18739827_1936319083061076_573533046647760490_n.jpg" width="320" /></a>Nope. I just sort of wing it and hope for the best.<br /> <br /> 8. What plans do you have for the future as a band?<br /> <br /> Hmm, I don’t really know. Mainly focus on this release for now, then keep doing shit like this until I either fade into absolute obscurity or until I get the courage to pull off some sort of over-the-top suicide stunt as the most devoted PR move ever been done and hope that gets me somewhere. Actually, scratch all that, I’ll keep kicking ass until Crejuvent gets me laid and then I’ll call it quits.<br /> <br />  9. Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?<br /> <br /> Where CAN’T you listen to Crejuvent is the- that’s the REAL question you should be asking! And the answer to that for now is just Bandcamp and Sounccloud basically. But on the 1st of July, you’ll be able to listen to the SHINY NEW ‘Time’ EP EVERYWHERE! It’s gonna be on every single imaginable streaming/downloading service (including Spotify, iTunes, Grooveshark, Google Play, whatever!), it’s going to be downloadable and streamable through the Crejuvent’s bandcamp page at www.crejuvent.bandcamp.com (where you’ll also be able to buy physical copies for all you old men out there!), it’ll be uploaded to the band’s Soundcloud page, imbedded in the headrest of your car, I’ll make vibrating dildos that vibrate to the songs, all that fun stuff!<br /> <br /> 10. What is it you’d like a listener to remember the most when hearing your music for the first time?<br /> <br /> Where they put their car keys. If I can help them on their way to work then I know I’ve done my part right! Just kidding. The correct answer is I’d like them to remember how  they lost their virginity.

Crejuvent Interviews Crejuvent Releases the Debut Of All Time!

Crejuvent will be releasing their debut EP "Time" for the summer! The band says this is one of the grooviest, heaviest, and bo...

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Pale People says Put the Headphones On, Now Hit Play!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xPKr4Jh0sxo/WVKbGbLcguI/AAAAAAAA0Ow/1xBb8XjsAT8vYcpBiODs1UdK552BN5bNgCLcBGAs/s1600/Pale%2BPeople.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="572" data-original-width="880" height="208" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xPKr4Jh0sxo/WVKbGbLcguI/AAAAAAAA0Ow/1xBb8XjsAT8vYcpBiODs1UdK552BN5bNgCLcBGAs/s320/Pale%2BPeople.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Progressive punk rockers <a href="http://palepeoplemusic.com/">Pale People</a>, have gotten a few releases tucked under their belts. But that is not stopping them from releasing more works of theirs including an all new album "The World Is Yours" due out this late summer! More plans are in the works for a tour plus more music and who knows what else! The band took some time to discuss their releases, touring, and plans ahead.<br /> <br /> <br /> 1. Please tell us about the history of your band and its members.<br /> <br /> We are:  Mack "Dave" Gilcrest on piano and vocals!  Kurt "Dave" Skrivseth on bass and guitar!  And Austin "Dave" Graef on drums! <br /> <br /> So Dave and Dave met each other in their university's jazz band, and bonded over their mutual dislike for it.  When Dave started experimenting with a punk-cabaret compositional idiom, he called Dave for assistance, thus initiating Pale People.  'Bout a year later, Dave, having known Dave since high school, joined as the band's second drummer.  That brings us approximately up to Dave.<br /> <br /> 2. What’s the origin of the band’s name?<br /> <br /> Most of our songs deal with people who're eccentric and lonesome, existing just outside the boundaries of common society, fading slowly away. <br /> <br /> 3. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?<br /> <br /> We come from Missoula, MT, USA.  Much of the Missoula scene is dominated by funk and bar-rock bands--for that reason, among others, we've never really found a comfortable niche in our hometown.<br /> <br /> That said, there are some really cool bands here.  One of them is Mendelssohn (<a href="http://facebook.com/mendelssohnmusic/">facebook.com/mendelssohnmusic/</a>), whose music is lush and compelling.  Check 'em.<br /> <br /> 4. How would you describe your style?<br /> <br /> Poorly.  The closest we've come to an accurate moniker is "Broadway punk."  Something between the Dresden Dolls and the Pixies and Talking Heads and the Velvet Underground and Stephen Sondheim.<br /> <br /> 5. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?<br /> <br /> We've released two albums:  Bright Ideas (2016) and Portraits (2017).  The first is the product of two weeks of late-night sessions in a cramped recording studio we weren't allowed to be using.  It's a bit crude in execution, but its soul is earnest, and it's got songs about the NSA and Frankenstein and Greek myth and porn. (<a href="http://palepeoplemusic.bandcamp.com/album/bright-ideas">palepeoplemusic.bandcamp.com/album/bright-ideas</a>)<br /> <br /> The second is a lot tighter, and we're proud of it.  It's 10 songs about 10 characters:  among them, Honey Boo Boo, the Rev. Fred Phelps, the (fictional) world's greatest Tetris player, the (non-fictional) woman who died on her couch in London and wasn't found for 3 years, Mack's childhood bully, Mack's father, and Mack's mother.  (<a href="http://palepeoplemusic.bandcamp.com/album/portraits">palepeoplemusic.bandcamp.com/album/portraits</a>)<br /> <br /> 6. Do you have any new music in the works?<br /> <br /> Yes!  Yes, we do!  We're very nearly done with an album called The World Is Yours--it should be out sometime in August.  Songs about, among other things:  the colonization of Mars; irony in the advertising industry; the human bones recently discovered beneath an elementary school in Miss., MT; waking up during major surgery; and Mack's mother, again.<br /> <br /> 7. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?<br /> <br /> Plans here are a bit sketchier, but we're hoping to get a Northwest tour going after the album's released in August. Ideally 3-4 weeks.  Stay tuned, sexy.<br /> <br /> 8. What plans do you have for the future as a band?<br /> <br /> One thousand more songs.  We've been working on some stuff lately based on Shakespearean characters.  A song about Emilia (from Othello), for instance, and about what's it's like to be married to the perfect psychopath.  And a song called "Hail King Lear," which speaks for itself.<br /> <br /> 9. Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?<br /> <br /> The aforementioned Bandcamp links!  Pay whatever you'd like.  We play cabaret-punk in Missoula, MT, and are therefore very broke--so thanks for your help, sexy.<br /> <br /> (We're also on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, Soundcloud, et cetera, ad nauseam.  Oh, and our website, <a href="http://palepeoplemusic.com/">palepeoplemusic.com</a>.)<br /> <br /> 10. What is it you’d like a listener to remember the most when hearing your music for the first time?<br /> <br /> Okay, put the headphones on. Do it slowly, and be gentle to your flesh.  Don't be afraid. <br /> <br /> Now:  we'd like you to remember what it felt like to contemplate really evil people, when you were young.  Maybe you worried you were one, or might become one. Maybe you spent years trying to figure out a way inside that kind of mind.<br /> <br /> Now hit play:  <a href="http://youtube.com/watch?v=uGPRKD-FI1Q">youtube.com/watch?v=uGPRKD-FI1Q</a>. Excelsior!

Interviews Pale People Pale People says Put the Headphones On, Now Hit Play!

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