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DUMB LUCK
Dumb Luck is a three-piece unit with an energetic fusion of rock and reggae. Some have dubbed Dumb Luck "The Police for the new millennium". Hailing from Los Angeles and Orange County, the seasoned musicians that make up Dumb Luck are no strangers to the local music scene. The band features Jim Perkins on guitar and lead vocals, Phil Valdovinos on Drums and Johnny Baldaray on bass and vocals. Despite the band's serious and gut checking lyrical content, Dumb Luck delivers a live show that is fun and sometimes light hearted. They are truly a band you must experience live.
Dumb Luck has recorded an album co-produced by the Wizardz of Oz, that showcases the band's live intensity loud and clear. Encompassing the sounds of blues, rock and reggae, Dumb Luck is sure to satisfy the finickiest of musical appetites.
Click here to check out Dumb Luck at www.dumbluckmusic.com.
THE F-UPS
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| Eighteen and just out of high school, the F-Ups may be young, but the self-described outcasts and longtime friends have been together as a band since 1999, when they first joined forces in their suburban Rochester, MN, junior high for a battle of the bands competition. And after five relentless years of daily practice sessions and local gigs, they're realizing their dream of releasing a CD and going on the Vans Warped Tour to play alongside punk veterans like Bad Religion, Anti-Flag, NoFx, and the Vandals.
Not surprisingly, the F-Ups hard work started to pay off as singer, guitarist, songwriter Travis Allen, bassist Andy Collett, guitarist Chris deWerd, and drummer Taylor Nogo found themselves holed up at Terrarium Studios for a month and a half, recording their debut album. The result is a tight, razor-sharp album that reflects the group's unusual maturity and dedication that boasts twelve high-octane high school anthems that grapple with the universal concerns of a rebellious and awkward adolescence: aimlessness, lack of ambition ("Lazy Generation", "I Don't Know"); sexual experimentation ("Crack Ho"); and overbearing parents ("Screw You", "Look at Your Son Now").
The F-Ups self titled debut will release on July 13th.
Clickhere to check out the F-Ups at www.thefups.com.
JOSH TODD
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| Josh Todd has never had a problem measuring up, and you can bet the lucky 13 songs on the singer's first post-Buckcherry release, You Made Me, meet Todd's exacting musical standards. "I wanted a more melodic record vocally, and I wanted to find young, hungry guys; ones who were willing to take a bullet for the cause," he explains of the lineup's 2002 inception. "So I cold-called an ad in Music Connection magazine. One ad, off the cuff, called while standing at the newsstand! They were a band who had moved to L.A. from Salt Lake City and were looking for a singer. They listed influences as Deftones and At the Drive In, cool bands, so I left a message, and after I did, I was like, 'What did I just do!?'" he recalls with a laugh. "I told my producer, Chris [Johnson], and he said, 'that's so brilliant, it's gonna be great!'" And it was.
At the first jam session, "the chemistry was instant," and Todd quickly wrote melodies for two songs over the band's existing music. Three days later, Todd talked with band--Jesse Logan (guitars), Mike Hewitt (guitars), Mark John (bass) and Kent Ross (drums)-about what he envisioned, making sure there were no drug or girlfriend "problems," and stressing his hardcore work ethic, which the band soon adopted, rehearsing every day, each member meshing as an equal and becoming an integral part of a well-oiled rock 'n' roll machine. Adopting the band name Josh Todd-and it IS a band, not a solo outing-the quintet rehearsed daily, soon working up 30 memorable songs toward their debut. "It's a neat combo; my experience and their excitement," reflects Todd. "They have really good chops. I always like throwing things together that don't really make sense into a pot and seeing what happens. We're all really open to everybody's ideas. And we've come up with our own sound."
But with big-mouthed, bold and soul-baring, headbanging performances, Josh Todd-the person and the band-are a hard bunch to resist, pain, passion and raw power oozing from every pore, wearing their weary hearts on tattooed sleeves.
Click here to check out Josh Todd at www.joshtodd.com.
OZOMATLI
Plenty of artists sing about revolution, but Ozomatli is one band you can count on to man the barricades itself. The Los Angeles collective's borderless sound is designed to bridge various cultures via dance music, and on previous albums the band has already explored an exciting mix of rock en espanol, hip-hop, jazz, funk, salsa, reggae and Tejano. Street Signs, the band's first full-length studio album in three years, bears a new Middle Eastern influence out in typical Ozo style, by mixing it into their trademark blend of hip-hop and Latin styles.
Street Sign's body-moving urban globe-trots were encouraged by Ozo's new label, Concord Records, who gave them total creative freedom to follow their songs wherever they went. Street Signs is both a mature testament to the band's nearly decade-long evolution and a fresh, dance floor-rocking reminder of their commitment to creating original music in the face of industry conservatism.
Click here to check out Ozomatli at www.ozomatli.com.
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WYLDE BUNCH
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| That feeling of hanging with your best friends and family in the basement, playing video games and listening to music, goofing and laughing -- take all that positive energy and put it on record. That's the Wylde Bunch and their Columbia Records debut, Wylde Times at Washington High. Back before the Wylde Bunch was a 14-member band mixing hip-hop and rock, R&B and pop - really, whatever they can fit into their tight arrangements - they were a group of school friends in South Central Los Angeles noted for their antics and energy. "People were calling us 'the Wild Bunch,' because we were like that, kind of wild," laughs Yung Dame, one of the group's four MCs. They played in the school marching and jazz bands, and jammed in their free time. This lasted past graduation, the group of friends coalescing into a real band that played whenever it could.
Back before the Wylde Bunch was a 14-member band mixing hip-hop and rock, R&B and pop - really, whatever they can fit into their tight arrangements - they were a group of school friends in South Central Los Angeles noted for their antics and energy. "People were calling us 'the Wild Bunch,' because we were like that, kind of wild," laughs Yung Dame, one of the group's four MCs. They played in the school marching and jazz bands, and jammed in their free time. This lasted past graduation, the group of friends coalescing into a real band that played whenever it could.
That attitude, and the resulting electrifying live shows, has resonated with a broad range of fans. With Wylde Times at Washington High, the Wylde Bunch is set to make that broad audience an ever larger one.
Click here to check out Wylde Bunch at www.wyldebunch.com.
BACKLIP
Backlip is an ensemble blend of diverse musicianship. In the late 60's when bands like Santana led the charge of blending diverse backgrounds and music styles to come up with that bands unique sound and signature. Backlip can be said bringing that soul and spirit to today's music. The band's members are influenced by various musical icons such as Michael Jackson, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, and Elvis, among others. Backlip is Danny Way, Renee-Renee, Dustin Bath, Nathan James, and Trevor Christ. Dustin's alliance with Renee Renee led to his introduction to Danny Way who was taking his music to a new level and looking for players for his band. Dustin's musical sensibilities mixed with his unique guitar stylings proved to be the right alchemy for Danny and Backlip. The band's love of music and great eclectic chemistry together shows through their music.
END OF JUNE
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| Frank Hirata, like most professional skaters of this millennium, has had the blessing of skating the world and meeting thousands of people from different cultures along the way, but one of the major differences that sets Frank aside from the rest of the touring pros is that he has the creative and musical skills to put it down on tape and then perform it live so that the rest of the world can have a glimpse of what Frank sees when he rides, plays, and lives! Frank just doesn't just pull though from those touring experiences alone, he pulls from all of his life experiences, "I cherish these conditions as it has become a hobby to inspect them, dissect them and resurrect them for public display. A kind of therapy, an education in self evolution. A safe place.
Enter onto this voyage, band partner Kimber Kinley. "I savor the moments of commitment, of true effort in any form. For those bold attempts at accomplishment are that which defines character". Commitment to music, art, skateboarding and just plain living for Frank and Kimber is what motivates them to make music that comes from within. "I must always grow. It's the feeling I get while I'm conjuring up a beat that I didn't even know I could play that keeps me coming back for more". Though new to drumming, music has always played a huge role in Kimber's family life. Skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, music, and family are her most deeply loved and treasured possessions. She makes a conscious effort to personally, adhere to those guidelines set upon only by her. "The continuation of aspiration to become better each day; to stay true to my feelings and myself; and to give back to those who have offered a helping hand along the way. Aside from that, I'm a Carolina girl with a lot of energy and motivation".
End of June is stuff that was invented in the 60's, re-evolved in the 80's, and is gladly welcomed back in 2004! Guitar driven, 'Vocasome country' with a touch of folk that in the end lands up being just a cool blend of life on stage. "We wish it was the 60s" says Frank, AM radio wishes it was too...
Click here to check out End of June at www.endofjunemusic.com
G.LOVE
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| G. Love's upcoming release The Hustle is an invitation to spend long days lounging on the front porch listening to songs about love, life and lemonade. Garrett Dutton - a.k.a. G. Love - and his band Special Sauce take their cues from many musicians including John Lee Hooker, Bob Dylan and De La Soul. When the self-titled debut was released in 1994, hits like "Cold Beverages" and Baby's Got Sauce" showcased the group's fresh sound, now commonly referred to as the Hip Hop Blues (a term coined by G. Love himself.) The album G. Love & Special Sauce is certified gold. A decade later, G. Love is proud to release a new collection of songs attesting to his musical foundation and the progression of The Hip Hop Blues. The Hustle marks the bands sixth release and it's first since 2001. The Hustle will be released on August 24th coinciding with a major tour. Check out the sneak preview at X Games August 8th. Stay tuned. The Philly Kid won't disappoint.
Click here to check out G.Love at www.philadelphonic.com
JULIETTE & THE LICKS
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| nd inject the audience with it." And that's exactly what recent Warped Tour concert-goers got. "The actress-turned-rocker brought the same kind of unpredictable intensity that makes her film roles so memorable to her new music project, Juliette & the Licks, writhing, posing and mugging like a cross between Iggy Pop and Steven Tyler," noted the Los Angeles Times of a recent performance. The Licks became a reality when Juliette accompanied Patty Schemel (Hole) to a Blondie concert and found herself staring at fate. She became instantly inspired by the "live" element of the show and knew it was her calling. Juliette and Patty along with Todd Morse (guitar) and Paul Ill (bass) recently finished recording their soon to be released debut album. "Here's what I have to say about our first album; it was very important to me to capture the spirit of our live show, which is all about urgency and an unpredictable elements. We wrote songs that we thought would be fun to perform live." The album titled "&Like A Bolt of Lightning" is scheduled for release September 14 on Fiddler Records.
Click here to check out Juliette & the Licks at www.julietteandthelicks.com
OPERATIC
At first listen, you can tell that Operatic is a talented group of musicians - their sound stands out from the slew of up and coming bands futilely attempting to be unique. The results of their brutal self-discipline and determination are clearly heard through their genuine, unformulated, good music. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed as can be seen through their consistent bookings at recognizable events such as the Tempe Music Festival and the X Games, but also among the local music scene in venues like the House of Blues. Operatic consists of professional skateboarder Jesse Fritsch on guitar and vocals, Josh Vargo on guitar, Andrew Simpson on bass, and Ted Humphrey on drums. The band is currently touring the east coast.
Click here to check out Operatic at www.operaticmusic.com
THE EXIES
A four-piece modern rock outfit from Southern California, the exies blend an unmistakable penchant for classic song crafting with the intensity and recklessness of a hard rock band.
the exies last album "Inertia" featured the smash single "My Goddess" which was all over the radio and MTV.
They are currently in the studio with producer Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Velvet Revolver), putting the finishing touches on their upcoming Virgin Records release. Look for the band's first single "Ugly" to hit airwaves and video channels this fall!
Click here to check out The Exies at www.theexies.com
Click here to download the new song "Ugly" by The Exies.
Click here to stream the new song "Ugly" by The Exies.
2 MEX & AWOL ONE
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| 2 Mex -Indie Rap Heavyweight 2MEX, (born Alex Ocana Jr.) hailing from Midcity, Los Angeles, bred from the world famous Good-Life, and also a member of the Visionaries is coming to your town. This lyrical MC for the masses represents a new breed of rap star. Lyricism at the highest level teamed with phat beats and production that combines punk rock, hip-hop and electronica form the sound that is called 2MEX. Die hard fans hang on his every lyric, dissect each rhyme for coded meaning, debate his virtues and vices on packed message boards, and line up the block for sold out shows. His new single, "Fernandomania", which includes the whole west coast underground, and Pro skaters Kareem Campbell and Javier Nunez, is absolutely beating up MTV2. His new single "Baby I Ain't Joking" features label-mate, AWOL ONE, and is hitting alternative rock radio as we speak.
AWOL ONE - Bursting out of LA's infamous hip-hop scene, AWOL ONE is considered one of the leaders of the emo-rap revolution, as stated by Spin Magazine. His throaty style mixed with words of introspection and defiance has set the bar. Whether he's rocking the Warped Tour or busting with his group, The Shapeshifters, he's always at home because his style walks the tightrope perfectly fitting into both alternative rock and hip-hop. Don't get it twisted, though, AWOL ONE is hip-hop. His newest self-titled release hit the stores June 08, 2004.
Click here to check out AWOL ONE at www.AWOLONE.com
Click here to check out 2 MEX at www.2MEXLA.com
STRUNG OUT
Technical and aggressive, yet melodic and emotional, Strung Out has emerged from the grossly populated Southern California music scene as one of the strongest and most creative melodic punk bands in the land. Strung Out formed in 1992 and instantly achieved recognition for their ability to creatively fuse punk, metal, and progressive rock.
They have built a solid worldwide fanbase through years of touring and progression as songwriters and performers. And Strung Out goes to great lengths to repay their fanatical and frenzied fans. They plan to take their massive groundswell of support on to the next level, and you can expect to see a lot from Strung Out in 2004 and beyond.
Click here to check out Strung Out at www.strung-out.com
SONS OF YOU
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| In the summer of 1999, a group of friends found themselves jamming together in Miami Beach, Florida. After the beginning phase, they grew into a 5 piece rock band. These individuals from all over the world& Italy, France, Argentina, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.... connected on a higher musical level, that hasn't been seen in a while, in this music world. This connection and friendship is the genesis of Sons of You. Over the year 2000, Sons of You continued building their fan base in South Florida, while also focusing on bringing their sound to a larger audience. In 2001, the album "Spiel" was recorded and distributed in the indie market. Its positive impact, helped opening new doors to opportunities, helping the band develop and grow furthermore. The increasing exposure Sons of You were receiving, promoting their self releases and the bands desire to reach a larger audiences, led them to relocate to Los Angeles in early 2003. Since their relocation to the west coast, Sons of You, has expanded and reached out to new fans, receiving attention from different representatives in the business that are working to introduce Sons of You, to the masses. Look for Sons of You live in your city, they are coming soon.
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 José Panés, Pitu, vuelve a ser uno de los chiclaneros más internacionales pues ha expuesto su último modelo de tabla en el museo de Barcelona junto con una historia y evolución del skateboard. Pitu ha tenido expuesta en el museo de Barcelona su último modelo de tabla, una que lleva impreso el nombre de la localidad de Chiclana
Esta muestra celebrada en la capital catalana se realizó con motivo de los 50 años de la cultura skater y su evolución técnica y concluyó el pasado martes. La tabla de la marca Einaskateco estuvo expuesta debido a que es un claro ejemplo de la actualidad del monopatín.
Tras la finalización de la muestra en Barcelona, la tabla de Pitu será trasladada a Stuttgart, única ciudad en el mundo que cuenta con un museo dedicado al skateboard, donde estará de forma permanente.
Cabe destacar que el joven chiclanero, figura del monopatín no sólo a nivel local, sino nacional, estuvo en Barcelona junto a su tabla. Durante su estancia allí, Pitu estuvo grabando un dvd para la marca de tablas Eina, que saldrá al mercado a finales de este año. Además, el deportista local fue uno de los elegidos por la revista Shape Skateboard para una entrevista. |
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| Monday, 09 January 2006 |
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Alaiskateboards acaba de terminar la grabación de su nuevo DVD Alaiolé que se publicará en el próximo mes de febrero. Con motivo de este lanzamiento la marca ha querido crear una nueva serie de tablas con motivo del dvd.
La fecha de lanzamiento de Alaiolé está prevista para febrero, y si quieres ir echando un vistazo puedes ver el trailer de la película en www.alaiskateboards.com
Estos son los modelos que Alaiskateboards ha lanzado con motivo de la publicaciñon de su nuevo DVD Alaiolé |
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Antes de enero del año que entra va a estar aprobada una nueva ordenanza del ayuntamiento de Barcelona en la cual se recortan los derechos de los ciudadanos En el uso de la vía pública. Las nuevas ordenanzas afectan a multitud de colectivos Curiosamente los más alternativos y discriminados. no se podrán utilizar los espacios públicos para realizar ninguna actividad exceptuando de las que ellos mismos sacan beneficios. Y eso EXCLUYE el skate, In-line, Snake, Long board, e inventos varios
ESTO ES MUY IMPORTANTE .El poder seguir patinando nos lo jugamos ahora.
No nos vamos a quedar con los brazos cruzados, los diferentes colectivos afectados han
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