PROTOTYPE New Single Released Today! #thrash metal

Catalyst Available September 11th via Nightmare Records   PROTOTYPE are preparing for the release of their eagerly anticipated new album Catalyst on September 11th via Nightmare Records.  Today the band has released the first single "Catalyst", the title track of the album.  The single is available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby.   "We're very pleased that the first single 'Catalyst' is available now available for purchase as a single," said guitarist Kragen Lum.  "Download the track now and complete the album in just 2 more weeks when it's released!  Prepare for an epic sci-fi journey..." Catalyst is available for pre-order on Amazon and the Nightmare Records Website. PROTOTYPE has released an exclusive video trailer for Catalyst, get a sneak peek and delve further into the album HERE. The first new material from the band in over six years, Catalyst is a story-based science fiction concept album containing over 60 minutes of new music.  Produced entirely by the band and mixed by Neil Kernon, the new album also sees the return of the classic Trinity lineup of Kragen Lum (guitar), Vince Levalois (vocals/guitar), Kirk Scherer (bass) and Pat Magrath (drums).  With Catalyst, PROTOTYPEcontinue to expand their sound by adding new elements to their unique blend of thrash metal and progressive music, creating their heaviest, and clearest album to date. Catalyst Tracklisting: 1)  Inceptum 2)  Catalyst 3)  Cynic Dreams 4)  The Chosen Ones 5)  Illuminatum 6)  My Own Deception 7)  Into Oblivion 8)  Impetus 9)  Gravity Well 10) The Ageless Heart of Memory 11) Exiled 12) Communion PROTOTYPE Discography: Seed (1994) Cloned (1998) Trinity (2002) Continuum (2006) Catalyst (2012) For More Info Please Visit: www.prototypeonline.com www.facebook.com/protoadmin www.twitter.com/prototypeonline www.reverbnation.com/prototypeonline.com www.myspace.com/prototypeonline

Maximo Park-New Album, Ticket Contest, & Tour Dates

  

STRAIGHT TO THE SUN RECORDS LAUNCHES CONTEST VIA INSTAGRAM TO CELEBRATE

MAXIMO PARK’S US TOUR &

HERALDED NEW RELEASE

 

NEW MAXIMO PARK ALBUM “THE NATIONAL HEALTH” IN STORES AUGUST 28, 2012

 

CHECK OUT MAXIMO PARK’S

“HIPS AND LIPS” VIDEO HERE

"The album’s title track [The National Health] is the sort of runaway jittery guitar anthem that we’re not getting quite so often from the UK’s postpunkrevivalists anymore."

--- STEREOGUM

 

"Maxïmo Park have always been best at their fastest, when they sprint through verses into choruses and back out again just as quickly. That's thanks mostly to singer Paul Smith, who has a unique ability to slip into controlled mania like a jockey cracking a whip.”

--- PITCHFORK

 

“Maxïmo Park live at the crossroads of 
Joy Division, Franz Ferdinand and early Joe Jackson…”

- ROLLING STONE

 

"Maximo Park are back with their quintessential furiously fast-paced indie rock – and it’s great."

--- MUSO'S GUIDE

 

 

Straight To The Sun Records celebrate Maximo Park's first USA tour in over 5 years and the release of their brand new album “The National Health” (in stores TODAY, 08.28.12) by launching an Instagram contest offering the chance to win a double pass to see Maximo Park perform at a city near you, as well as a copy of the new album.

 

To be part of the contest, all you need to do is download the cover art for Maximo Park’s new album “The National Health” by clicking the download link provided below, or simply write the words “Maximo Park” and display it in the most extraordinary or unusual setting possible. Once the picture is taken, use the hashtag #maximousatour and the name of the city you would like to win tickets to (i.e. #maximousatour CHICAGO) when uploading your photo.  We are offering one prize pack for each city on Maximo Park’s US tour, and the photo with the most likes in each city wins!

 

Borderline humor and colorful creativity is welcomed!

 

Download Maximo Park’s album art for “The National Health” here:

http://download.themusebox.net/maximo_park/cover.jpg

 

There are no limits to the amount of photos you can take or entries you can make.  Entries for each city will shut off 48 hours before the show and we will notify the winners via Instagram. Remember: the only way to win is to have the most likes, so make sure you post your pictures on Facebook, Twitter,Tumblr…everywhere! To win tickets to the concert you must be 21 or over and have photo ID to prove it. If you are under 21 but you have received the most likes, you will win an autographed copy of Maximo Park’s new album “The National Health”. So get out there and get snapping! 

 

Maximo Park US Tour Dates:

 

09.10 - Middle East Downstairs - Boston MA

09.12 - World Cafe Live Downstairs - Philadelphia PA

09.13 - Webster Hall - New York NY

09.15 - U Street Music Hall - Washington DC

09.17 - Lincoln Hall - Chicago IL

09.20 - Slims - San Francisco CA

09.21 - El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles CA

 

Strange Fruit-The Beatles Apple Records DVD #Giveaway

"Strange Fruit: The Beatles' Apple Records"  Documentary DVD  In 1968, under a haze of publicity, The Beatles opened their collective door to all manner of musicians, writers, artists, film-makers, inventors, designers, freaks and more than a fair share of opportunist sharks. But, despite a hefty investment, little of substance was forthcoming from these assorted misfits outside of the music that emerged from one division of the potential empire; Apple Records.  Even discounting those Apple platters that featured as artist the collective or individual names of the company's bosses, music that stands the test of time superbly was released under the stamp of this enterprise. Music which remains available still and both popular and exciting more than 40 years after the majority of it was produced.  Strange Fruit- The Beatles' Apple Records is the story of a record label which came to exist under extraordinary circumstances, produced extraordinary records and was operated under extraordinary guidelines.   Featuring new interviews with former label M.D. Tony Bramwell, members of Badfinger, The Iveys and Elephant's Memory, Jackie Lomax, Brute Force and David Peel, plus musician and Beatles expert Chris Ingham, author and journalist Mark Paytress and Apple biographer Stefan Granados.  The film also includes archive footage of Apple artists and the organization for which they recorded as well as interviews from the vaults, location film, rare photographs and of course, the music upon which the label made its name.  Press: “Pleasantly surprising in its detail, 'Strange Fruit -- The Beatles' Apple Records' should satisfy the die hard fans of the Beatles, as well as more casual music enthusiasts looking for balanced, informed account of the last throes of the band and their risky, curious venture of running a label.”      —Kevin Jagernauth, INDIEWIRE “This is an excellent overview of an often overlooked aspect of the Fab Four's legacy. Easily earning a Highly Recommended rating, it's perfect for the purist and novice alike. Today, many artists have their own boutique label. Sadly, few seemed to have learn the lessons taught to them by the biggest band in the history of music - and their own egoinfused folly. ”      —Bill Gibron, DVD TALK “An excellent documentary film which has been well researched and edited. With experts like Apple biographer Stefan Granados, it presents a great insight into Apple Records and will be a fab addition to any fan's library. ”      —David Bedford, BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB Click here to Purchase  Enter here for your chance to win (list price $19.95). Like ChiIL Live Shows on Facebook and/or follow us by e-mail (side bar to the right) for the first heads up on give aways, free downloads, tour news, original band interviews, original pit photos, and more.    *Wait for Rafflecopter to load up right here (if you've gone through RSS feed or are scrolling down the blog and don't see it, click on the actual page title and it should pop right up).   Enter like we vote in Chi, IL...early and often.   Winning rocks!   Entries accepted through midnight on 9/14/12.   Winner will be announced on the 15th.

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Thanks to MVD for providing a review copy and a give away copy.

Help Out: Musician Joseph Arthur Teams with (Big Lebowski) Lawyer Ron Kuby to Locate Van/Artwork/Musical Equipment Auctioned by the City of New York

 

“I want a f-cking lawyer, man.  I want Bill Kunstler, or Ron Kuby.” - the Dude

 

Famed civil rights attorney Ron Kuby has agreed to represent musician Joseph Arthur and help him locate his touring van filled with musical equipment and canvases of his artwork.  The van was secretly auctioned by the City of New York on August 23, and Joseph has no rights to his property.

 

We are desperately seeking the buyer so that Joseph can retrieve his artwork and other items of great sentimental value.

 

“Lord knows there are more important things in the world than a missing van with some art and amps in it,” says Joseph.  “There has been a heartening outpour of support, and it has deeply been appreciated…I will rise above this and one day laugh at it. Thank you all again for your enormous support.  It means a lot.” 

 

While Joseph was overseas, his touring van (usually kept in gated parking) was in the repair shop.  The repair shop temporarily moved the van to the curb where it was seized by NYC Marshal Robert F. Soliminie for $361.10 in unpaid parking tickets that Arthur believe had been paid.

 

The full story, by Joseph:

http://www.twitlonger.com/show/j1q0nq

 

Vehicle:  2003 van, Dodge Ram, white 

Photo:  http://tinyurl.com/8vgtzt6

 

Contents:

• 1970s Fender Twin amp in a blue road case with JAYHAWKS stenciled in white lettering.

• Eden Traveler bass head

• Ampeg 4 X 10 cabinet

• Joseph’s nearly-completed set of hand-drawn tarot cards

• CD recorded for recording live shows, two mics

• CD burners -- two towers 

• Many large paintings rolled up in canvas 

Sing this to any Ramones song:

http://www.twitlonger.com/show/j1uo1q

 

Donations towards a private investigator are welcome here:

www.JosephArthur.com

 

If anyone has any information or can offer additional help, please contact:

Carla Parisi at kidlogicmedia@gmail.com or Peter Wark at peter@dkd.com

100+ Likes-Winner Announced for Colin Quinn Long Story Short DVD

Woo hoo!   We broke 100 likes on our new Facebook Page, so as promised, we're giving away Colin Quinn's Long Story Short DVD to a randomly number generated winner who happens to be Paul B. of Chicago.   Congrats!

Here's our prior review and more info on the DVD:

ChiIL Live Shows Facebook Page #Free Give Away

ChiIL Live Shows has a brand spankin' new Facebook Page and we could use some like love.    We'll be running loads of free downloads, worldwide tour news, live Chi, IL show dates/features in the theatre and music scene, and new artists that will only appear on our FB page.

Then we'll run also run a feed from the blog with our original band video interviews, live show shots, give aways and reviews.    To kick things off right, we're giving away Colin Quinn's Long Story Short DVD to one of our random likers as soon as we hit the big 100, thanks to our friends over at MVD.   We're more than half way there!

 
First up-this sweet DVD-Colin Quinn-Long Story Short ($19.99). 

 

Remember Colin Quinn-side kick on MTV's Remote Control?   He's nobody's sidekick now!!   We were front row, center on opening night, when he came through Chi-Town with his freakin' funny one man show.  Now he can be all yours, to play at will, without leaving the couch.   

 

His wise and wickedly witty take on humanity and history had us laughing out loud.  Even now, months later, his schtick is still stuck in my head.   I can't sit down to work without his rant about bloggers and cavemen coming to mind.   I'm a bit flattered, though.   He mostly lampoons people groups, and only a few professions made the cut.   Note to Colin...bloggers may have the cave man keyboard stance, but we're the cockroaches of the publishing world...surviving, thriving and multiplying while traditional media is dropping like the dinosaurs.

 

I know you WANT this DVD.

 

COLIN QUINN - Long Story Short
on DVD and Blu-ray 

The one-man show directed by Jerry Seinfeld
                                                         
"Hilarious!" New York Times

Nominated for a 2011 Emmy Award
 Taped before a live audience at the Helen Hayes Theatre in New York City, Colin Quinn: Long Story Short showcases the comedian's keen observations in the uproarious history of the world, juxtaposing modern-day human behavior with the rise and fall of empires.

Colin Quinn began his comic career in New York as a regular on the comedy show circuit. Colin made his television debut as co-host of MTV's popular game show "Remote Control". Quinn landed a spot on the legendary late-night show, "Saturday Night Live" where  he entertained audience for five seasons. After SNL, Quinn tackled societal issues on "Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn". Colin's first one-man show Sanctifying Grace, began off-Broadway in 1994 and was later produced as Colin Quinn - An Irish Wake and played at the Helen Hayes Theatre. Last summer, Colin appeared in the Adam Sandler comedy "Grown Ups". He can be seen in Sony's "Donny's Boy" opposite Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg, June 2012.

From his personification of Caesar as the original Italian mobster, to his complaints about Ancient Greece and Antigone giving way to Costco and Snooki, Quinn is at his satirical best, taking on the attitudes, appetites and bad habits that have toppled the world's most powerful nations.

First running on Broadway, then airing on HBO, the show's Broadway run was extended due to the popularity. Quinn has been touring Long Story Short throughout 2011 and took a show to the highly acclaimed Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal where it received tremendous accolades. Directed for the stage by Jerry Seinfeld, the Broadway show was produced by Eva Price and Richard Martini. 

Bonus Features:
- Commentary with Colin Quinn and director Jerry Seinfeld
- Behind-the-Scenes Footage
- Press Event Footage

Press:
"Quinn is a Master. A Polished Act." - Daily News
"Colin Quinn nails it.  State of the art." Time Magazine
"Brisk and Seinfeldian" New York Magazine


 
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We Dig Gypsy Punks, Furious Frank #official video

We dig Chi-town's own gypsy punks, Furious Frank.   Check out their creative, new video for Lament.    They had me at gypsy punk.....but dark humor, rockin' horns, and animated mandolin don't hurt either!!

The clip was created by Tiny Markers and “Lament” is a stand-out track from Furious Frank’s most recent album, The Map & the Territory (Southern Love Records).

Want more?   Check out Furious Frank's main site right here.

North Coast Alternative: Blane Fonda & Panda Riot at Hideout Saturday

Shut out of sold out North Coast?   Or do you prefer to hide out from the sweaty Labor Day weekend masses and do something more low key?

Blane Fonda will be sharing a bill with local dream pop outfit Panda Riot at The Hideout on Saturday, Sept. 1.

Blane Fonda will be playing material from their most recent album, Foolish Croon, and are giving away the exclusive track "Sounds Like Static" with album purchase right here.

Blane Fonda

Panda Riot

Sat, September 1, 2012

9:00 pm

The Hideout

Chicago, IL

$8.00

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Performer Magazine
"The fivesome is at once energetic, magnetic and overwhelming with its insuperable undertow of synth-driven power pop."

Chicago Tribune
"Wetzel's elastic voice, an instrument capable of inhabiting moody, introspective passages and soaring, stadium-ready choruses, proved a natural fit for Blane Fonda's new, swaggering style."

Loud Loop Press
"If the record is any indication, Blane Fonda are poised to become one of Chicago's most exciting and intriguing indie rock acts."

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