VICIOUS RUMORS Singer Brian Allen to Miss European Tour #metal

 
VICIOUS RUMORS is about to start a massive European tour from May 3 to June 1 2013. However with great sadness we just found out singer Brian Allen will not be able to tour during the month of May due to sudden family matters. We wish Brian all the best during this time. Brian will return to VICIOUS RUMORS for the summer European tour July/ Aug 2013 and The Metal Masters Tour featuring Vicious Rumors /Leatherwolf/ Seven Witches from Sept 18 to Oct 25 2013. With everything in place for May's tour the show must go on. We are proud to announce former VICIOUS RUMORS singer and Helstar main man James Rivera will fill in for Brian Allen during the month of May/June in Europe.

"James is part of the VR family and were so proud to have him join us at this hard time" Geoff Thorpe said. "Don't miss this special line up of VR on the Electric Punishment Tour all over Europe. We want to thank all our partners, agents, promoters and fans in advance. The only bad tour is the one you don't do!! See you at the shows for night after night of unforgettable Heavy Metal."
VICIOUS RUMORS released their first video from their new studio album "Electric Punishment". The video for the song "I Am The Gun"  was filmed and produced by Mike Sloat.
http://youtu.be/lVHD-wuidKY

"Electric Punishment" is out now in Germany and Europe through SPV / Steamhammer and will be released in US/Canada on May 7th. It will be available as a jewel case version, double gatefold colored vinyl and download.

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VICIOUS RUMORS live 2013
03.05. E-Oviedo - Sala Tribeca
04.05. E-Madrid - Pounding Metal Festival
05.05. E-Barcelona - Boveda
07.05. D-Osnabrück - Bastard Club
08.05. D-Hamburg - Bambi Galore
09.05. D-Koblenz - Florinsmarkt
10.05. D-Duisburg - Glückaufhalle
11.05. I-Milan - Metalitalia Festival
12.05. D-Obermarchtal - Kreuz
14.05. D-Berlin - K17
15.05. D-Gifhorn - In Live
16.05. D-Siegen - Vortex
17.05. D-Weiher - Live Music Hall
18.05. CZ-Ostrava - Barrak Music Club
19.05. A-Vienna - Escape Metal Corner
20.05. HU-Budapest - Club 202
22.05. D-Munich - Garage
23.05. D-Uelsen - UJT
24.05. NL-Kerkrade - The Rock Temple
25.05. NL-Rotterdam - Baroeg
26.05. NL-Tilburg - Little Devil
28.05. D-Kassel - K19
29.05. D-Bremen - Meisenfrei
30.05. CH-Uster - Starclub
31.05. F-Bartenheim - Palace Loisirs
01.06. A-Dornbirn - Schlachthaus
26.07. D-Brande/Hörnerkirchen - Headbangers Open Air
27.07. NL-Steenwijk - Stonehenge Festival
03.08. D-Hameln - K3
10.08. B-Deinze - Alcatraz Festival

NORTH AMERICA
21.09. US-Indianapolis,IN - Metal Fest
23.09. US-St.Paul,MN - Station 4
24.09. US-Detroit,MI - iRock
28.09. US-Rochester, NY - The Montage
30.09. US-Poughkeepsie,NY - The Chance Theater
01.10. US-Manhatten.NY - Webster Hall
03.10. US-Philadelphia,PA - Voltage Lounge
05.10. US-Spartanburg,SC - Ground Zero
10.10. US-Dallas,TX - The Boiler Room
12.10. US-Arvada,CO - Jammin Joes

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TESSERACT "Of Matter - Proxy" Streaming Exclusively on Spotify #freestreaming #progressiverock

UK's progressive rock band TESSERACT is gearing up for the release of their upcoming album and European tour.  Starting today  "Of Matter - Proxy", is streaming exclusively on Spotify.  Get a first listen HERE.

The band has been rehearsing nonstop and recently recorded footage of them in their practice space jamming on the track "Singularity". You can view the footage here: http://youtu.be/cGsK1M9O_EI

Video production has begun "Singularity".  The video will be produced by Horsie In The Hedge / Pari Passu Films and featuring the Emmy Award winning director of photography, Mark Wolf as well as the practical effects team that worked on Sky Fall and Prometheus, the video is sure to be as cinematically stunning as the music itself.

'Altered State' which will be released on May 28, 2013 in North America via Century Media Records.  Divided into four movements: Of Matter, Of Mind, Of Reality and Of Energy, 'Altered State' represents the transformations that TESSERACT has gone through over the past few years.  The Law of Conservation of Energy states that: In a closed system energy is conserved, nothing is lost. It merely changes from one state to another.

TESSERACT has released a series of trailers as well. They can be viewed below.

The band's first trailer release can be view here: http://youtu.be/RIysXnFSEdo
Their second trailer here: http://youtu.be/jxE0SZK5y3A
Their third trailer here:http://youtu.be/z-QmAdI7YDk
Their final trailer here http://youtu.be/7QDQWhusH88

'Altered State' was produced, mixed, mastered and engineered by TESSERACT guitarist, Acle Kahney, assisted by bassist, Amos Williams at Acle's 4D Sounds studio, and marks the first full release with new vocalist, Ashe O'Hara.

The band is set to head out with longtime friends, PERIPHERY, throughout mainland Europe and then headline dates throughout the UK just prior to album release.  Worldwide touring will follow throughout the year.

'Altered State'
Track List:
01. Of Matter - Proxy
02. Of Matter - Retrospect
03. Of Matter - Resist
04. Of Mind - Nocturne
05. Of Mind - Exile
06. Of Reality - Eclipse
07. Of Reality - Palingenesis
08. Of Reality - Calabi-Yau
09. Of Energy - Singularity
10. Of Energy - Embers

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www.centurymedia.com

TOUR DATES

MAY
WITH PERIPHERY
01   LE NOUVEAU CASINO, PARIS - FR*
02   DOORNROOSJE, NIJMEGEN - NL*
04   MATRIX, BOCHUM - DE*
05   RÄUCHERKAMMER, WIESBADEN - DE*
06   MAGNET, BERLIN - DE*
07   LOGO, HAMBURG - DE*
08   LUXOR, COLOGNE - DE*
09   P60, AMSTELVEN - NL*
11   TAKEDOWN | TWENTY THIRTEEN, SOUTHAMPTON UNI, SOUTHAMPTON - UK

HEADLINE DATES WITH THE ALGORITHM AND ENOCHIAN THEORY
12   CORPORATION, SHEFFIELD - UK**
13   IVORY BLACKS, GLASGOW - UK**
14   ROADHOUSE, MANCHESTER - UK**
15   THE FLEECE, BRISTOL - UK**
16   ISLINGTON ACADEMY, LONDON - UK**

WHAT WE'RE PLAYING: Oxymoron Of The Week--Solitaire With Friends #PopCap #review #videogames #sponsored

Popcap games like Book Worm, Bejeweled  and Plants vs. Zombies have long been favs of ours.   They add new games frequently and we're super stoked to introduce their latest--Solitaire Blitz!  

*I'm a millionaire on line!   Disclosure: Thanks to Popcap games for sending us 1 million in virtual Silver (currency in the Solitaire Blitz realm) and inviting us to experience a new world of solitaire on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. All opinions are our own.



Oxymoron Of The Week--Solitaire With Friends:

You can play alone, as the solitaire name implies, or you can kick it up a notch and compete against others to top the Leaderboard or play with your friends and see their scores.  No contest, a bit of a contest makes the game that much more fun!


Clear cards in 60 seconds, meet colorful characters, and uncover rare artwork and priceless antiques. Plus, unlock a raft of new in-game achievements including awards for accuracy, win streaks and high scores.

  Solitaire Blitz™ is now in the Apple App Store for free! 
 


This is NOT your grandma's solitaire:
 
Our family digs games--classics, card games, board games, video games and skills toys.   The kids (10 & 12) and I tried it out and Solitaire Blitz rocks!   The energy does run out fast if you don't buy more or wait patiently... but since the game itself is free, it's not too much of a pain and a worthy investment if you find yourself playing a lot.   Solitaire Blitz is a fun way to relax and unstress.  The fast paced play keeps your mind sharp and the competitive elements keep it interesting.

Solitaire Blitz morphs the game of solitaire into a timed thinking game. The object is to attempt to clear all of the cards before time runs out. There are 60 seconds on the clock by default, but you can earn more by clearing cards, or purchase more time with silver coins. Like traditional solitaire, you are presented with card stacks that you need to move around and *clear* by stacking cards on top of each other in order. However, unlike the regular games, you can stack backwards. And the Joker can be used as a wild card.



 
Solitaire Blitz for iOS lets players encounter new social twists to the classic game in a fast-paced race. The better you play, the more treasures you recover. Plus you can earn corns to purchase Boosts for the game. Set in the ocean, you will dive into uncharted waters to recover treasures including rare artwork and priceless antiques. Claiming these treasures after a game might rack up anywhere from 5 to 5000 silver coins.

Game Features:

    •    High Speed Meets High Stakes: Clear the decks in just 60 seconds. Score big bonuses for long winning streaks, accuracy and more.
    •    Amazing Achievements: Unlock a boatload of new in-game achievements, including awards for accuracy, win streaks and high scores.
    •    Fun with Fishy Friends: Get to know Pearl the mermaid, Otis the worm, Noodles the octopus and many more as they provide tips, tricks and score multipliers!
    •    A Trove of Treasures: Collect treasures, hunt for rare trinkets and earn coins to purchase boosts that supercharge your game.
    •    Fun, Social and Competitive: Connect to Facebook to compete with friends and battle it out for leaderboard supremacy!

**Click here for your FREE Solitaire Blitz Download for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch in the App Store or play on Facebook**

 *Disclosure: Thanks to Popcap games for sponsoring this post. All opinions are our own.

ACT OUT CLOSING: CircEAU Spring Circus Shows Today at 1pm & 4pm #circesteem #circus arts

 
CircEAU Atlantis 11am Sat 4-20-13 (Full set) by Bonnie Kenaz-Mara for ChiILMama.com

   
Final 2 shows are TODAY, Sunday 4/28 at 1pm & 4pm.   Don't miss this rockin' all ages, water themed circus arts show.   Last weekend's 3 Atlantis shows SOLD OUT.   This weekend the show is Bermuda Triangle and it showcases more of the advanced classes and the talented circus team.

 

"Wacky" water adventures infuse both CircEAU shows, Atlantis and Bermuda Triangle!

All ages will enjoy the flippin' fantastic acts!

Ever seen unicycle jump rope?!   

 
We've been part of the CircEsteem family for close to 3 years now and highly recommend their shows and their classes.  These guys are the real deal... a genuinely great non profit, talented teachers, and creative, motivated kids. 

   

Click here for more info about their fabulous circus arts SUMMER CAMP, BIRTHDAY PARTIES and the next session of classes starting up.  


Giant fun with CircEAU Atlantis on 4-20!
 Highly recommended.
 

CircEsteem used to take 7 year olds through high schoolers, with some adult classes as well.   They have recently added circus tots classes for younger kids and they're a HUGE hit.  The first show last Saturday at 11am showcased the littles as penguins and seals and they were TOO cute.
 

CircEsteem is a welcoming, nurturing program for beginning through advanced circus arts.   Aerial arts are the next best thing to flying!

My kids have both taken classes in trapeze and silks and LOVE it. 

Mermaid Sage, Atlantis CircEAU

Sage has also taken Chinese Pole, Lyra (*see her in the middle above as an ariel mermaid!), and Spanish Web.

Here are all the team kids and those they're grooming as future team performers "pre-team prep" including my two.
 

  
Ahoy Maties... Adventures abound whether you're walking the tight rope or walking the plank!!
 

CircEsteems' great for building pyramids and friendships.

These kids can juggle too!

Don't miss The Trash Monster!   If you haven't caught CircEsteem's spring shows yet, GO ALREADY!   If you're overbooked or outta town, check back with ChiIL Mama like we vote in Chi, IL... early and often.   We'll have loads of video recaps from both weekends of the Circ Shows, and more fun stills comin' your way.   But nothing compares to being there.

A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH Debut New Song on Noisecreep #metal #freestreaming

Lay My Soul to Waste Available May 21st on Steamhammer/SPV

Chill Live Shows got a press preview of the whole album and our initial gut reaction was great.  Several of the track are out now, so check it out and see what you think.   We've been DIY busting out plaster & lathe and drywalling a room, and this was an excellent sonic assault to accompany the work.  We need to spend a bit more time with the new material to be objective, and we'll have a full review up shortly.  

A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH will release their sophomore album Lay My Soul to Waste May 21st in North America on Steamhammer/SPV. Once again the artwork was commissioned by Sam Shearon, who is also responsible for artwork on the band's first release And Hell Will Follow Me.

Today the band has teamed up with Noisecreep to debut another track from from Lay My Soul to Waste entitled "Killer By Night". Get a first listen to the song HERE.

Revolver Magazine is streaming the track "Shallow Grave" HERE.

On the surface, A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH are impressive. But you'll want to dig deeper and immerse yourself in all the sonic and lyrical layers, because the band isn't afraid to plume the depths of darkness that humanity is capable of. It's murky stuff, but someone has to do it.

Sal Abruscato and Matt Brown have followed 2011's incredible introduction And Hell Will Follow Me with Lay My Soul to Waste, which keeps the band's patented signature formula of slow, deliberate sludge and head-down doom intact and as flawlessly executed as ever.
Think Alice in Chains, only harder, angrier and with a more perverse view of the world, as if they were reared in a row house in Bensonhurst, as opposed to the rainy landscape of Seattle, all the while feasting on a steady diet of Black Sabbath records.

A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH arrived with And Hell Will Follow Me. They have firmly implanted their roots in the metal scene with Lay My Soul to Waste. It's a metal album that headbangers who enjoy a walk on the darker side of life will end up revering and responding to.

Lay My Soul to Waste can be pre-ordered on Amazon on both CD and LP.

Lay My Soul to Waste Tracklisting:
1) Lay My Soul to Waste
2) Shallow Grave
3) The Needle in You
4) In the Sleeping Death
5) Killer by Night
6) Growing Old
7) Dead of Winter
8) Devil Came With a Smile
9) Day of the Storm
10) DMSLT
11) Cold Dark Mourning

For More Info Please Visit:
http://apalehorsenameddeath.com/
http://www.facebook.com/APHND
https://twitter.com/APHND
http://www.spv.de 

ACT OUT OPENING: Anything Goes at Cadillac Palace #BroadwayinChicago

ChiIL Live Shows will be there for opening night tonight and we'll have a full review up shortly.    Click here for discount tickets through Goldstar.

Anything Goes

Theatre : Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois
Dates : April 23, 2013 - May 05, 2013

"ALL ABOARD for this saucy and splendid production of Roundabout Theatre Company's ANYTHING GOES, winner of three 2011 Tony Awards® including Best Musical Revival and Choreography! One of the greatest musicals in theater history, Cole Porter's first-class musical comedy is sailing to Chicago, starring critically-acclaimed actress Rachel York as Reno Sweeney and directed and choreographed by Tony Award® winner Kathleen Marshall. The New York Times calls it "Musical-Comedy Joy" and USA Today hails it as "Glorious and Exhuberant!" When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention get tossed out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love?proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Peppering this timeless classic are some of musical theatre's most memorable standards, including "I Get A Kick Out Of You," "You're the Top," and of course, "Anything Goes." Don't miss what the AP exclaims as, "So Delightful, So Delicious, So De-Lovely!"

Packed with memorable tunes, Cole Porter's Anything Goes has embarked on a national tour following its Tony-winning Broadway revival in 2011. The timeless tale of boy-meets-girl -- and the roller coaster ride that follows -- showcases Porter's signature wit and masterful composition with songs like "I Get a Kick Out of You" and "You're the Top." The show centers on Billy Crocker (Erich Bergen), who's hopelessly in love with a wealthy heiress. When he sees her boarding a boat to London, he throws caution to the wind and becomes a stowaway. Madcap hijinks ensue when his fellow passengers, including sexy evangelist-turned-nightclub-singer Reno Sweeney (played by Broadway vet Rachel York) and second-rate gangster Moonface Martin (Fred Applegate of Sister Act and Young Frankenstein), decide to help Billy win his true love.