Friday, January 19, 2018

HAGGARD CAT (EX-HECK) DROP NEW VIDEO FOR 'AMERICAN GRAFFITI'

Fiery garage rock duo HAGGARD CAT have today dropped their scathing new punk rock video for "American Graffiti" and it doesn't disappoint.

Frontman Matt Reynolds comments:

"American Graffiti is written about knowing something is wrong and choosing to do nothing about it.  We exist in a time where we have the benefit of hindsight into what happens when we harbour certain toxic views and allow these principles to govern our society.

"Instances have been allowed to escalate throughout history and with all the knowledge right at our fingertips and more accessible than ever, we are still part of a world where segregation, division and hate not only exist but are entertained by an apparent majority.  Common sense is stamped out by the loudest voice and replaced with greed.  Mistakes will be repeated and a permanent mark left.

"American Graffiti is about those people that have let it happen, or worse encouraged it to, and think they can simply delete it from their conscience."

Watch the video for "American Graffiti" now here <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJtDu2wtAIo>.

"American Graffiti" is taken from the debut album on Earache Records titled 'Challenger' which is due to be released on April 20th, 2018.  Pre-order the album now on CD and limited edition orange vinyl (limited to just 100 copies!) here <http://webstore.earache.com/haggard-cat> or on iTunes including an instant download of "American Graffiti" here <http://bit.ly/challenger-itunes>.

After making their names in their previous act, the acclaimed UK hardcore band HECK, vocalist/guitarist Matt Reynolds and drummer Tom Marsh aim to carry that same attitude and fire over to HAGGARD CAT, creating a two-man beast of a band which is set to reignite the UK rock scene.

Following previous tours with the likes of Jamie Lenman - and soon FEED THE RHINO - as well as playing a headline slot at Camden Rocks and opening the main stage at ArcTanGent festival, plus rave live reviews in The Independent newspaper and multiple plays on BBC Radio One, 2018 looks like it could be the Year of the Cat.

'Challenger' features ten hard-hitting tracks which are noticeably more riff-oriented than HECK, and includes artwork created by English musician and illustrator Jamie Lenman.

<http://earacherecords.com/myspace/haggardcat_challenger.jpg>.

Known for their intense live performances, HAGGARD CAT's stage presence and sheer sonic power far exceeds what should be possible for a two-piece band - who are also joined on stage by their trusty mascot, Chris - a three-legged wooden stool which accompanies the band at every show.  Don't miss them on tour supporting FEED THE RHINO in February:

Feb. 20 - Bristol, UK - The Exchange
Feb. 21 - Exeter, UK - The Cavern
Feb. 22 - Southampton, UK - The Joiners
Feb. 23 - London, UK - The Underworld
Feb. 24 - Norwich, UK - Owl Sanctuary
Feb. 27 - Nottingham, UK - Rescue Rooms
Feb. 28 - Newcastle, UK - Think Tank
Mar. 01 - Glasgow, UK - G2
Mar. 02 - Manchester, UK - Rebellion
Mar. 03 - Birmingham, UK - The Flapper

Follow HAGGARD CAT online for the latest news and music:

Official Site <http://haggardcat.com>
Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/HaggardCat>
Twitter <https://twitter.com/theHaggardCat>
Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/thehaggardcat>
Spotify <https://open.spotify.com/artist/0fIUq6BR8xSAMsi1VvBW2e>

BLACKBERRY SMOKE ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM 'FIND A LIGHT', RELEASING 6TH APRIL 2018

BLACKBERRY SMOKE's sixth studio album, 'Find A Light' is set for release on 6th April via Earache and is available for pre-order from today here <http://smarturl.it/BBS-FindALight>.  Check out the album's lead track, "Flesh And Bone" here <http://smarturl.it/BBS-FleshandBone>.

Self-produced by the Atlanta-based five-piece, 'Find A Light' features 13 new songs written/co-written by frontman and guitarist Charlie Starr.  In addition to Starr and band members Richard Turner (bass/vocals), Brit Turner (drums), Paul Jackson (guitar/vocals), and Brandon Still (keyboards), the album also features special guests, Robert Randolph ("I'll Keep Ramblin'"), Amanda Shires ("Let Me Down Easy") and THE WOOD BROTHERS ("Mother Mountain").

About the collection, Starr tells us, "The new album is a melting pot of BLACKBERRY SMOKE music with a wide range of sound and emotion.  I think it's our most inspired work yet."  As is their modus operandi, the band are set to spend most of the year on the road in support of 'Find A Light' (these road dogs often play upward of 250 shows a year), with their first UK appearance of 2018 set for Ramblin' Man Fair <http://www.ramblinmanfair.com> in July.

'Find A Light' follows on from 2016's critically acclaimed 'Like An Arrow', which debuted at #8 on the UK's Official Album Chart (as well as #12 on the US Billboard 200 and #1 on Billboard's Americana and Country charts).  The 'Like An Arrow' cycle also saw the band appear on BBC TV's flagship music show, Later... with Jools Holland <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lfjfnn5aNk0>.

In addition to their work as musicians, BLACKBERRY SMOKE remain heavily committed to charitable work and have raised almost $200,000 to benefit children's cancer research.

'Find A Light' track listing:
1. Flesh And Bone (written by Charlie Starr)
2. Run Away From It All (written by Charlie Starr, Keith Nelson)
3. The Crooked Kind (written by Charlie Starr)
4. Medicate My Mind (written by Charlie Starr, Travis Meadows)
5. I've Got This Song (written by Charlie Starr)
6. Best Seat In The House (written by Charlie Starr, Keith Nelson)
7. I'll Keep Ramblin' feat. Robert Randolph (written by Charlie Starr, Robert Randolph)
8. Seems So Far (written by Charlie Starr, Travis Meadows)
9. Lord Strike Me Dead (written by Charlie Starr)
10. Let Me Down Easy feat. Amanda Shires (written by Charlie Starr, Keith Nelson)
11. Nobody Gives A Damn (written by Charlie Starr, Keith Nelson)
12. Till The Wheels Fall Off (written by Charlie Starr)
13. Mother Mountain feat. The Wood Bros. (written by Charlie Starr)

www.blackberrysmoke.com / www.facebook.com/blackberrysmoke

For more info on BLACKBERRY SMOKE, please contact:
Michelle Kerr at Cosa Nostra PR (UK PR) - michelle@cosanostrapr.com
Dan Tobin at Earache (record label/international enquiries) - dan@earache.com

Friday, January 12, 2018

HAGGARD CAT (EX-HECK) SIGN WORLDWIDE DEAL WITH EARACHE RECORDS

Nottingham two-piece punky rock 'n' rollers HAGGARD CAT have signed a worldwide recording deal with Earache Records.

After making their names in their previous act, the acclaimed UK hardcore band HECK, vocalist/guitarist Matt Reynolds and drummer Tom Marsh aim to carry that same attitude and fire over to HAGGARD CAT, creating a two-man beast of a band which is set to reignite the UK rock scene.

See a photo of the band here <http://earacherecords.com/myspace/haggardcat.jpg> (L-R: Matt Reynolds, Tom Marsh)

Having already toured with the likes of Jamie Lenman - and soon FEED THE RHINO - as well as playing a headline slot at Camden Rocks and opening the main stage at ArcTanGent festival, HAGGARD CAT are now preparing for the highly-anticipated release of their new album 'Challenger' on April 20th through Earache Records.

HAGGARD CAT comment: "We're so proud to sign to Earache and follow in the footsteps of some of our absolute heroes; we're in some great company and we can't wait to show the world the beast that we've been working on.  The future is going to be loud!  Wear protection!"

'Challenger' features ten hard-hitting tracks which are noticeably more riff-oriented than HECK, and includes artwork created by English musician and illustrator Jamie Lenman.  View the album artwork here <http://earacherecords.com/myspace/haggardcat_challenger.jpg>.  Listen to the first single, "American Graffiti", on Spotify here <http://open.spotify.com/track/5ZVkrXn44PrXcj6ZSTK93K> and give the band a follow.

Pre-order 'Challenger' now on CD and limited edition orange vinyl (limited to just 100 copies!) here <http://webstore.earache.com/haggard-cat> or on iTunes including an instant download of "American Graffiti" here <http://bit.ly/challenger-itunes>.

Known for their intense live performances, HAGGARD CAT's stage presence and sheer sonic power far exceeds what should be possible for a two-piece band - who are also joined on stage by their trusty mascot, Chris - a three-legged wooden stool which accompanies the band at every show.  Don't miss them on tour supporting FEED THE RHINO in February:

Feb. 20 - Bristol, UK - The Exchange
Feb. 21 - Exeter, UK - The Cavern
Feb. 22 - Southampton, UK - The Joiners
Feb. 23 - London, UK - The Underworld
Feb. 24 - Norwich, UK - Owl Sanctuary
Feb. 27 - Nottingham, UK - Rescue Rooms
Feb. 28 - Newcastle, UK - Think Tank
Mar. 01 - Glasgow, UK - G2
Mar. 02 - Manchester, UK - Rebellion
Mar. 03 - Birmingham, UK - The Flapper

Follow HAGGARD CAT online for the latest news and music:

Official Site <http://haggardcat.com>
Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/HaggardCat>
Twitter <https://twitter.com/theHaggardCat>
Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/thehaggardcat>

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

THE WHITE BUFFALO ANNOUNCES DEBUT SOLO SHOW IN SWEDEN

THE WHITE BUFFALO has announced a one-off solo show in Sweden on September 3rd, ahead of the release of his brand new studio album, 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' on October 13th.

Taking place at Twang in Stockholm, the show not only marks THE WHITE BUFFALO's first appearance in Sweden, but will also be a more intimate show with no backing band - just THE WHITE BUFFALO, his guitar and the audience.

Tickets for the show cost 250 SEK in advance (280 SEK on the door) and are available now from Tickster at http://bit.ly/2vWJjez

View the flyer at http://earacherecords.com/myspace/twb_twang_sep17.jpg

THE WHITE BUFFALO recently announced a run of European tour dates for 2018 in support of 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights'.  Don't miss him at these shows:

Apr. 15 - Manchester, UK - O2 Ritz
Apr. 16 - Glasgow, UK - O2 ABC
Apr. 17 - Birmingham, UK - O2 Institute
Apr. 19 - Oxford, UK - O2 Academy
Apr. 20 - Bristol, UK - O2 Academy
Apr. 21 - London, UK - O2 Forum
Apr. 23 - Cologne, Germany - Gloria
Apr. 24 - Hamburg, Germany - Uebel & Gefährlich
Apr. 25 - Berlin, Germany - Huxleys

Pre-order 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' now on limited edition signed CD and vinyl at http://www.earache.com/twb

The album is also available to pre-order now on iTunes, including an instant download of the first single, "The Heart and Soul of the Night", at http://bit.ly/ddll-itunes

THE WHITE BUFFALO, a.k.a. singer/songwriter Jake Smith, has resolutely charted his own single-minded musical course for more than a decade.  His captivating live presence and workingman's approach to his craft has earned him a loyal fanbase worldwide.

Over the course of five albums, various EPs and numerous prominent placements in such high-profile outlets as TV's Sons of Anarchy and Californication, Smith has built a powerful body of work that marks him as a genuine original.  The California-bred artist writes timeless, vividly detailed character studies, tapping into the emotional lives of various misfits, outsiders and troubled souls with insight and compassion.  His songwriting is matched by his rough-hewn, deeply expressive voice, and by his distinctive instrumental arrangements, which are simultaneously intimate and epic.

http://thewhitebuffalo.com
http://www.facebook.com/thewhitebuffalomusic
http://twitter.com/blancobuffalo
http://instagram.com/buffaloco


UK PRESS
Kas Mercer - Mercenary Publicity
E-mail: kas.mercer@mercenarypublicity.com

EUROPEAN PRESS
Dan Tobin - Earache Records
E-mail: dan@earache.com

Friday, August 18, 2017

MORBID ANGEL 'BLESSED ARE THE SICK' & TERRORIZER 'WORLD DOWNFALL' FULL DYNAMIC RANGE VINYL OUT NOW

Floridian extreme metal legends MORBID ANGEL's second album 'Blessed Are the Sick', and TERRORIZER's classic grindcore debut 'World Downfall', are available now on Full Dynamic Range vinyl.

Earache Records revolutionised the way music fans can enjoy their favourite metal albums several years ago with the launch of the Full Dynamic Range (FDR) format.  A counteraction to the "Loudness Wars", Full Dynamic Range vinyl ensures that fans hear the music as it was intended to sound - pure and organic audio pressed straight to 180-gram vinyl from the original studio analogue or DAT tapes.

Now available on Full Dynamic Range vinyl for the first time ever, 1991's 'Blessed Are the Sick' cemented MORBID ANGEL's place as one of the most influential extreme metal bands of all time with its revolutionary and unapologetic sound.  Pick up the album on limited edition coloured vinyl now at http://webstore.earache.com/morbid-angel

TERRORIZER's 1989 debut 'World Downfall' was originally pressed on limited edition Full Dynamic Range vinyl in 2013.  Since quickly selling out, fans have been clamouring for another pressing, and are now able to get their hands on this revitalised metal classic once more.  Pick up the album on FDR vinyl now at http://webstore.earache.com/terrorizer

Next in line for a repressing on Full Dynamic Range vinyl is MORBID ANGEL's third release, 1993's 'Covenant', which will be available again on September 8th.

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Thursday, August 17, 2017

BITERS ANNOUNCE U.S. TOUR DATES

Atlanta's rock 'n' roll punks BITERS have announced a string of US tour dates in support of their new album, 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be'.

Kicking off with a "Better Late Than Never!" album release show in the band's hometown of Atlanta, the tour then heads to Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, before the band sets sail from Louisiana to Mexico aboard the KISS Kruise alongside EXTREME, STEEL PANTHER, and of course KISS themselves.  More dates are due to be announced soon.

Don't miss BITERS live at the following dates:

Sep. 15 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl (Record Release Show)
Oct. 01 - Louisville, KY - Louder Than Life Festival
Oct. 04 - Whitesburg, KY - Summit City Lounge
Oct. 05 - Norton, WV - The Rim
Oct. 06 - Pittsburgh, PA - Cattivo
Oct. 07 - Camden, NJ - Rock Allegiance Fest
Nov. 05-11 - New Orleans, LA - KISS Kruise

View the tour flyer at http://earacherecords.com/myspace/biters_ustour_2017.jpg

BITERS recently unveiled a brand new music video for the single "Stone Cold Love".  Watch the video, directed by longtime collaborator Video Rahim, at http://youtu.be/slBjGh00Yec

BITERS frontman Tuk tells us about how "Stone Cold Love" came to be; "I sat down with my buddy Scott (Stevens) to write a tune.  We sat for hours trying to come up with something that felt perfect, but were hitting a dead end.  We said 'fuck it' and went to his local hang out, ate some cornbread, drank a few beers and talked about music.  We spoke about T. Rex, Queen and Slade, shit like that, how cool those big drum grooves were.  Right then a light bulb went off and we headed back to the studio with a fresh start and within hours finished writing the song, demoed it and tracked lead vocals!  I was so fucking delirious I couldn't tell if it was good or not.  A few weeks later, Scott sent me the finished demo while I was on tour in Kansas.  I remember cranking it in the van outside of this fake old wild west town and thinking, 'Goddamn, this is so good!'"

'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' was produced by Dan Dixon and is the follow-up to 2015's critically-acclaimed 'Electric Blood'.  Get the album now on iTunes at http://bit.ly/bitersfuture-itunes or pick up signed CDs, vinyl and bundles at http://www.earache.com/biters

Get more BITERS news and info:
http://www.facebook.com/BITERS
http://twitter.com/TheBiters
http://www.instagram.com/biters


USA PRESS
Curran Reynolds - The Chain
E-mail: curran.reynolds@gmail.com

UK PRESS
Michelle Kerr - Cosa Nostra PR
E-mail: michelle@cosanostrapr.com

Friday, July 28, 2017

THE WHITE BUFFALO ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN DATES FOR 2018

THE WHITE BUFFALO has announced a run of UK and German dates for April 2018.  A UK pre-sale starts at 9am on Monday 31st July, with tickets on general sale from 9am on 2nd August via Ticketmaster <http://listings.ticketmaster.co.uk/whitebuffalo>.  Tickets for the German shows are available now from MyTicket <http://www.myticket.de/the-white-buffalo-tickets-212.html>.

Bundles will also be available for the UK shows, offering fans tickets along with a pre-order of THE WHITE BUFFALO's upcoming new album, 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' on their choice of CD or vinyl.  Albums will be sent out in time to arrive with customers on the release date.

Dates are:
Apr. 15 - Manchester, UK - O2 Ritz
Apr. 16 - Glasgow, UK - O2 ABC
Apr. 17 - Birmingham, UK - O2 Institute
Apr. 19 - Oxford, UK - O2 Academy
Apr. 20 - Bristol, UK - O2 Academy
Apr. 21 - London, UK - O2 Forum
Apr. 23 - Cologne, Germany - Gloria
Apr. 24 - Hamburg, Germany - Uebel & Gefährlich
Apr. 25 - Berlin, Germany - Huxleys

THE WHITE BUFFALO a.k.a. songwriter Jake Smith last toured Europe in 2016 which included playing a sold out Shepherd's Bush Empire to an ecstatic crowd, and a raucous set at the Ramblin' Man Fair.  You can watch a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live here <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySLgCOd_z28>.  Smith says: "I can't wait to get to Europe/UK to play these new songs.  The emotion, swagger, and feel of the new material will be intoxicating to perform."

THE WHITE BUFFALO recently revealed details of his sixth full-length album, 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights', to be released on October 13th, 2017 via Earache Records.  The first single from the album, "The Heart and Soul of the Night" is now available on iTunes and other streaming services.  Listen to it here <http://youtu.be/5er73c12d_Y>.

Smith has resolutely charted his own single-minded musical course for more than a decade.  His captivating live presence and workingman's approach to his craft has earned him a loyal fanbase worldwide.  In 2015 he released 'Love and the Death of Damnation', an album that prompted Q to note that "Smith's capacity to tell tales and evoke atmospheres remains undimmed" and that he was "a turbo-charged Bruce Springsteen, equal parts brain and brawn".  Uncut thought it was "A rich composite of Eddie Vedder and Steve Earle...impressive" and Classic Rock that "The music is audacious...a mix of hardcore country, southern rock and deep soul".  Total Guitar cited it as "Superbly crafted acoustic Americana".

Over the course of five albums, various EPs and numerous prominent placements in such high-profile outlets as TV's Sons of Anarchy and Californication, Smith has built a powerful body of work that marks him as a genuine original.  The California-bred artist writes timeless, vividly detailed character studies, tapping into the emotional lives of various misfits, outsiders and troubled souls with insight and compassion.  His songwriting is matched by his rough-hewn, deeply expressive voice, and by his distinctive instrumental arrangements, which are simultaneously intimate and epic.

Pre-order 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' now on limited edition signed CD and vinyl at http://www.earache.com/twb

The album is also available to pre-order now on iTunes, including an instant download of the first single, "The Heart and Soul of the Night", at http://bit.ly/ddll-itunes

http://thewhitebuffalo.com
http://www.facebook.com/thewhitebuffalomusic
http://twitter.com/blancobuffalo
http://instagram.com/buffaloco


UK PRESS
Kas Mercer - Mercenary Publicity
E-mail: kas.mercer@mercenarypublicity.com

EUROPEAN PRESS
Dan Tobin - Earache Records
E-mail: dan@earache.com

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

WAKRAT CELEBRATE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENT NATION 'REPUBLIC OF WAKRAT'

Punk rock trio WAKRAT are celebrating the first anniversary of their very own independent nation, the Republic of Wakrat, which was formed to "throw a wrench in the establishment" and to offer an alternative to people who have become disillusioned with corrupt and elitist governments around the world.

A year ago today, the band - featuring vocalist/bassist Tim Commerford (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE, AUDIOSLAVE, PROPHETS OF RAGE) along with guitarist Laurent Grangeon and drummer Mathias Wakrat - rolled into London's Parliament Square in an iconic red double-decker bus decorated with the words #GenerationFucked, arriving to a legion of fans, media and bewildered tourists.  The group generated headlines around the world as they led a protest through the streets of London, declaring a brand new micronation in an audacious effort to expose the failings of the current political system.

Explaining the legality of the daring manoeuvre on their website, the band highlight an ancient loophole which they say gave them the authority to start the Republic of Wakrat on what was known as Parliament Square - actually an island called Thorney Island - which was originally the property of King Offa back in the 700s.  According to WAKRAT, the land has never officially been claimed by anyone else: "this area remains the property of King Offa, Mercian King under his charter which is in [Westminster] Abbey."

One of the most daring political stunts in punk history, the event was captured on film and used for the band's official music video for their song, "Generation Fucked".  Watch the video now at http://youtu.be/kkc2jhdFJXU

To celebrate the anniversary of this momentous occasion, all WAKRAT music and merch has been discounted for one day only on the official WAKRAT Earache Webstore.  Pick up the band's self-titled debut album on CD, limited edition coloured vinyl, ultra-limited signed vinyl and more at http://webstore.earache.com/wakrat

WAKRAT's debut album is also reduced on iTunes at http://bit.ly/wakrat-itunes

Perhaps even more relevant now than when it was founded a year ago, the Republic of Wakrat is open to everyone, as explained by the constitution: "This new state welcomes everyone of all ethnicities, backgrounds, genders, generations, sexualities, dis/abilities and faiths and offers a fresh alternative to the current system - we stand for equality and free movement.  The current system is oppressive and elitist, promoting racist ideologies in order to push a self-serving agenda whilst an entire generation is put in jeopardy.  We condemn this behaviour and Republic of Wakrat exists to expose it."

Sign up to become a citizen of the Republic of Wakrat now at http://www.republicofwakrat.com

Get more WAKRAT news and info:
http://wakratband.com
http://www.facebook.com/Wakrat
http://twitter.com/wakrat
http://www.instagram.com/wakrat

Friday, July 21, 2017

RIVAL SONS KICK OFF EUROPEAN SUMMER TOUR IN FRANCE

Long Beach, California's RIVAL SONS are kicking off their European summer tour today at Les Nuits de la Guitare festival in France.

The band are playing a number of festivals across the continent, including Lollapalooza Paris and the UK's Ramblin' Man Fair and Steelhouse Festival.  RIVAL SONS recently wrapped up a monumental tour supporting heavy metal legends BLACK SABBATH for the band's last ever shows.

Don't miss RIVAL SONS on tour in Europe at these shows:

Jul. 21 - Patrimonio, France - Les Nuits de la Guitare
Jul. 22 - Arles, France - Les Escales du Cargo
Jul. 23 - Paris, France - Lollapalooza Paris
Jul. 25 - Luxembourg, Luxembourg - Den Atelier
Jul. 26 - Stuttgart, Germany - LKA Longhorn
Jul. 28 - Tienen, Belgium - Suikerrock
Jul. 29 - Maidstone, UK - Ramblin' Man Fair
Jul. 30 - Ebbw Vale, UK - Steelhouse Festival
Aug. 01 - Tilburg, Netherlands - 013
Aug. 04 - Feldkirch, Austria - Poolbar Festival
Aug. 05 - Budapest, Hungary - Budapest Park
Aug. 06 - Prague, Czech Republic - Lucerna Music Bar
Aug. 08 - Majano, Italy - Festival di Majano
Aug. 09 - Milan, Italy - Carroponte
Aug. 11 - Avenches, Switzerland - Rock Oz'Arènes
Aug. 12 - Zofingen, Switzerland - Heitere Open Air
Aug. 14 - Wroclaw, Poland - Zaklete Rewiry
Aug. 15 - Gdansk, Poland - Ucho
Aug. 16 - Bremen, Germany - Modernes
Aug. 18 - Stockholm, Sweden - Gröna Lund
Aug. 19 - Trondheim, Norway - Pstereo

View the tour flyer here at http://earacherecords.com/myspace/rivalsons_eu_summer2017.jpg

Get RIVAL SONS' latest album, 'Hollow Bones', on CD and limited edition coloured vinyl at http://www.earache.com/hollowbones

The album is also available on iTunes at http://bit.ly/hollowbones-itunes

Get more RIVAL SONS news and info:
http://www.rivalsons.com
http://www.facebook.com/rivalsons
http://twitter.com/rivalsons


RIVAL SONS UK PRESS
Kas Mercer - Mercenary Publicity
E-mail: kas.mercer@mercenarypublicity.com

RIVAL SONS EURO PRESS
Dan Tobin
E-mail: dan@earache.com

BOLT THROWER 'WAR MASTER' & NAPALM DEATH 'FROM ENSLAVEMENT TO OBLITERATION' FULL DYNAMIC RANGE VINYL REISSUES OUT NOW

British death metal legends BOLT THROWER's classic third album 'War Master', and grindcore pioneers NAPALM DEATH's sophomore release 'From Enslavement to Obliteration', have been reissued on Full Dynamic Range vinyl and are available to purchase once again.

Earache Records revolutionised the way music fans can enjoy their favourite metal albums several years ago with the launch of the Full Dynamic Range (FDR) format.  A counteraction to the "Loudness Wars", Full Dynamic Range vinyl ensures that fans hear the music as it was intended to sound - pure and organic audio pressed straight to 180-gram vinyl from the original studio analogue or DAT tapes.

Since the original FDR pressings of BOLT THROWER's 'War Master' and NAPALM DEATH's 'From Enslavement to Obliteration' quickly sold out, fans have been clamouring for another pressing, and are now able to get their hands on these revitalised metal classics once more.

Originally released in 1990, 'War Master' cemented BOLT THROWER's reputation for delivering incredibly heavy, war-obsessed death metal, propelling the band to the top of the genre alongside contemporaries such as NAPALM DEATH, MORBID ANGEL and ENTOMBED.  Watch the video for the new vinyl reissue at http://youtu.be/ZAey_svURzc

Get BOLT THROWER's 'War Master' now on Full Dynamic Range vinyl at http://webstore.earache.com/bolt-thrower

The founding fathers of grindcore, NAPALM DEATH are undoubtedly the most influential band in the genre.  Their second album, 'From Enslavement to Obliteration', is the last to feature vocalist Lee Dorrian (who went on to form CATHEDRAL) and guitarist Bill Steer (also of CARCASS), and the first to include bassist Shane Embury.  Watch the video for the new vinyl reissue at http://youtu.be/iyYruqHppxY

Get NAPALM DEATH's 'From Enslavement to Obliteration' now on Full Dynamic Range vinyl at http://webstore.earache.com/napalm-death

The next title to be repressed on Full Dynamic Range vinyl is TERRORIZER's 'World Downfall', which is due to be released on August 18th.  Also being released on that day is MORBID ANGEL's 'Blessed Are the Sick', which is being made available on Full Dynamic Range vinyl for the first time ever.

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Thursday, July 20, 2017

THE WHITE BUFFALO TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM 'DARKEST DARKS, LIGHTEST LIGHTS' ON OCTOBER 13TH

THE WHITE BUFFALO has announced the upcoming release of his new album, 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights'.  The sixth full-length record for the artist, the album will be released in Europe on October 13th via Earache Records.

Today, THE WHITE BUFFALO has shared the first single from the album, "The Heart and Soul of the Night".  The song will be available on streaming services this Friday, July 21st and will be included as an instant grat download for fans who pre-order 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' on iTunes.

Listen to "The Heart and Soul of the Night" now at http://youtu.be/5er73c12d_Y

Known as THE WHITE BUFFALO, songwriter Jake Smith has resolutely charted his own single-minded musical course for more than a decade.  His captivating live presence and workingman's approach to his craft has earned him a loyal fanbase worldwide, as well as glowing reviews from press outlets including Rolling Stone <http://www.rollingstone.com/music/videos/video-premiere-for-the-white-buffalo-s-sons-of-anarchy-tune-20130918>, Entertainment Weekly <http://ew.com/article/2013/06/25/the-white-buffalo-new-album-joey-white>, Paste <http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2013/08/album-stream-the-white-buffalo---shadows-greys-evi.html> and more.  Smith has toured alongside Ryan Bingham, Jack Johnson, Xavier Rudd, STATE RADIO, Ziggy Marley, and most recently FLOGGING MOLLY.  He has also been featured on Jimmy Kimmel Live - watch his performance here <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySLgCOd_z28>.

Over the course of five albums, various EPs and numerous prominent placements in such high-profile outlets as TV's Sons of Anarchy and Californication, Smith has built a powerful body of work that marks him as a genuine original.  He was nominated for a 2015 Emmy for his song "Come Join the Murder", co-written with Bob Thiele and Kurt Sutter for the final episode of Sons of Anarchy.  The California-bred artist writes timeless, vividly detailed character studies, tapping into the emotional lives of various misfits, outsiders and troubled souls with insight and compassion.  His songwriting is matched by his rough-hewn, deeply expressive voice, and by his distinctive instrumental arrangements, which are simultaneously intimate and epic.

"The voice inside him whirls... hitting the air like a fist."
Jeffrey Fleishman, L.A. Times

"...he's a turbo charged Bruce Springsteen, equal parts brain and brawn"
Q Magazine

'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' track listing:
1. Hide and Seek
2. Avalon
3. Robbery
4. The Observatory
5. Madam's Soft, Madam's Sweet
6. Nightstalker Blues
7. If I Lost My Eyes
8. Border Town/Bury Me in Baja
9. The Heart and Soul of the Night
10. I Am the Moon

View the cover art here <http://earacherecords.com/myspace/twb_ddll.jpg>.

Pre-order 'Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights' in Europe starting this Friday, July 21st at http://www.earache.com/twb

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UK PRESS
Kas Mercer - Mercenary Publicity
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Justin Schmidt - Missing Piece Group
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Monday, July 10, 2017

EARACHE RECORDS CELEBRATES 30 YEARS WITH FULL DYNAMIC RANGE VINYL REISSUES

Famed for pioneering the underdog genre of extreme music in the late '80s and '90s, Earache Records over the course of the last 30 years has issued some 600+ releases and helped to provide careers for genre-leading names such as NAPALM DEATH, MORBID ANGEL, CARCASS, ENTOMBED, SLEEP, AT THE GATES, BOLT THROWER, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, BRING ME THE HORIZON and countless others.

The concept of extreme music isn't the only facet to Earache Records that it has pioneered however... the concept of FDR (Full Dynamic Range) vinyl pressings has revolutionised the way music fans can enjoy their favourite metal albums.

During the heyday of many classic Earache bands' careers, the trend at the time was to make recordings as loud as possible for the fans.  Dubbed "The Loudness Wars", this was a concept much of the music industry adhered to in the '90s.  Unfortunately, many did not realise that by increasing the loudness of studio recordings, this often had a detrimental effect on the overall sound quality.  To achieve super-high volume, the sound waves were compressed against the "audible ceiling", often limiting the difference between the peak and average levels in the music.  This meant that the disparity between the loud and quieter elements in the recording (known as the "dynamic range") is significantly reduced.

Earache's idea of "Full Dynamic Range" vinyl reissues is to counteract the "Loudness War" and ensure that fans hear the music as it was intended to sound - pure and organic audio pressed straight to 180-gram vinyl from the original studio analogue or DAT tapes, many of which were stored for 20+ years.  This concept is not designed for the casual music fan who might only listen to albums on their phone or iPod, but the real music enthusiasts who like to put a record on a turntable, sit back and absorb the sound waves at the optimal quality, experiencing the warmth and depth to the music as it was originally intended; the instruments leap out of the speakers.

Over recent years, Earache has reissued much of its catalogue on FDR vinyl for the first time.  Whether it's the meaty riffs in MORBID ANGEL's 'Altars of Madness' or the all-encompassing stoner sludge of SLEEP's 'Holy Mountain', the difference in quality and depth of these FDR reissues is obvious to even the average music fan.

Pick up these classic Earache titles on Full Dynamic Range vinyl now:

NAPALM DEATH - Scum
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/U4pPgde4T94
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/napalm-death-scum-vinyl

CARCASS - Heartwork
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/x3uYypFYZyk
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/carcass-heartwork-full-dynamic-range-vinyl

TERRORIZER - World Downfall
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/kUzFc-WEfsA
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/terrorizer-world-downfall-full-dynamic-range-vinyl

ENTOMBED - Left Hand Path
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/AMqATqFzkNI
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/entombed-left-hand-path-vinyl

MORBID ANGEL - Altars of Madness
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/eKtBQbsH7gY
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/morbid-angel-altars-of-madness-fdr-vinyl

NAPALM DEATH - From Enslavement to Obliteration
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/iyYruqHppxY
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/napalm-death-from-enslavement-to-obliteration-vinyl

BOLT THROWER - War Master
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/ZAey_svURzc
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/bolt-thrower-war-master-vinyl

MORBID ANGEL - Blessed Are the Sick
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/Ez3I59W4lBU
Buy now (coloured vinyl): http://webstore.earache.com/morbid-angel-blessed-are-the-sick-fdr-colour-vinyl
Buy now (black vinyl): http://webstore.earache.com/morbid-angel-blessed-are-the-sick-fdr-black-vinyl

CARCASS - Necroticism - Descanting the Insalubrious
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/zImc0AnT_rM
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/carcass-necroticism-descanting-the-insalubrious-black-vinyl

BOLT THROWER - Realm of Chaos
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/Saz-nK11ejo
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/bolt-thrower-realm-of-chaos-full-dynamic-range-fdr-vinyl-reissue

SLEEP - Sleep's Holy Mountain
Watch the video: http://youtu.be/Aq302a_t5Qk
Buy now: http://webstore.earache.com/sleep-sleeps-holy-mountain-fdr-vinyl

For more vinyl, CDs and merch, head to http://www.earache.com/webstore

Subscribe to Earache's YouTube channel for the latest vinyl videos at http://www.youtube.com/earacherecords

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT ANNOUNCE NOVEMBER UK TOUR

British rock and rollers THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT have announced a back-to-the-roots UK tour, which is due to kick off on November 6th in Chester.

Following a whirlwind few years in which the band released two Top 20 albums, toured around the world and shared the stage with rock megastars such as THE ROLLING STONES, THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT have decided to reconnect with their home audience with an exclusive run of dates around the UK, where they'll be playing in smaller venues than usual in order to create a more intimate experience for both band and fans alike.

The band will also be reaching parts of the country they haven't been to for some time and will be treating fans to brand new music as they continue to work on the follow-up to 2016's 'White Bear'.

THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT guitarist Paul Sayer comments:
"This tour is all about us getting out in the UK and connecting with those fans all over the country that helped us build the band.  It's about getting up close and personal with those guys.  We've got loads of new material to play as well as there's nowhere better than a sweaty club to road test some new music!  Can't bloody wait..."

Tickets for the tour go on sale this Friday, with exclusive pre-sales on Wednesday and Thursday.  Head to http://www.thetemperancemovement.com/live for links.

Don't miss THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT on tour in the UK at these shows:

Nov. 06 - Chester, UK - The Live Rooms
Nov. 07 - York, UK - Crescent
Nov. 08 - Hull, UK - Fruit
Nov. 09 - Stoke, UK - The Sugarmill
Nov. 11 - Leicester, UK - Dryden Street Social
Nov. 12 - Wolverhampton, UK - Newhampton Arts Centre
Nov. 14 - Cardiff, UK - Clwb Ifor Bach
Nov. 15 - Plymouth, UK - The Hub
Nov. 16 - Brighton, UK - The Haunt
Nov. 17 - Colchester, UK - Colchester Arts Centre
Nov. 19 - Milton Keynes, UK - The Craufurd Arms
Nov. 20 - London, UK - Borderline
Nov. 21 - Dover, UK - The Booking Hall
Nov. 24 - Aldershot, UK - West End Centre

View the tour flyer at http://bit.ly/2tBK9eW

Get THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT's latest album, 'White Bear', on CD and vinyl at http://www.earache.com/ttm

The album is also available on iTunes, including an exclusive bonus track, at http://bit.ly/whitebear-itunes

Get more news and info from THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT:
http://www.thetemperancemovement.com
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http://twitter.com/ttm_tweets

Friday, June 23, 2017

ENTOMBED 'LEFT HAND PATH' & CARCASS 'NECROTICISM' FULL DYNAMIC RANGE VINYL REISSUES OUT NOW

ENTOMBED's legendary debut 'Left Hand Path', along with CARCASS' classic third album 'Necroticism - Descanting the Insalubrious', have been reissued on Full Dynamic Range vinyl and are available to purchase once again.

Earache Records revolutionised the way music fans can enjoy their favourite metal albums several years ago with the launch of the Full Dynamic Range (FDR) format.  A counteraction to the "Loudness Wars", Full Dynamic Range vinyl ensures that fans hear the music as it was intended to sound - pure and organic audio pressed straight to 180-gram vinyl from the original studio analogue or DAT tapes.

After the original FDR pressings of ENTOMBED's 'Left Hand Path' and CARCASS' 'Necroticism' quickly sold out, fans have since been clamouring for another pressing, and are now able to get their hands on these metal classics once more.

Originally released in 1990, ENTOMBED's 'Left Hand Path' defined the "Swedish sound" replicated by hundreds of other acts and came to represent the primal death metal sound that was to break through into the mainstream in the early '90s.  ENTOMBED were the first extreme metal band to enter the charts in their native Sweden, before becoming an international success.

Get 'Left Hand Path' now on Full Dynamic Range vinyl at http://webstore.earache.com/entombed

Liverpool's death metal pioneers CARCASS are often credited with shaping the entire genre, pushing boundaries with their shocking imagery whilst evolving and innovating with each new album.  1991's 'Necroticism - Descanting the Insalubrious' is the band's third album and the first to feature guitarist Michael Amott (ARCH ENEMY, SPIRITUAL BEGGARS, CARNAGE).

Get 'Necroticism - Descanting the Insalubrious' now on Full Dynamic Range vinyl at http://webstore.earache.com/carcass

The next titles due for FDR represses are BOLT THROWER's 'War Master' and TERRORIZER's 'World Downfall', which are both due to be released on July 21st.

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Thursday, June 22, 2017

EARACHE EXPRESS ROLLS INTO GLASTONBURY FOR WEEKEND OF PUNK AND METAL

The Earache Express has rolled into Glastonbury, providing attendees of one of the world's largest festivals with its first ever stage dedicated solely to extreme music.

The new venue is housed in a recycled London Underground tube carriage situated in the south east corner of the Shangri-La area and is curated by the legendary British independent label, Earache Records.

Designed to provide a place for like-minded souls to congregate, as well as for those who just want to experience a different side of music than is typically offered at the festival, the Earache Express demonstrates that metal and punk has something to say, showcasing bands with heartfelt and strongly-held beliefs and all with something to debate - loudly.

The Earache Express is running from 9pm to 6am daily, and is hosting the likes of EXTREME NOISE TERROR, Singaporean grindcore trio WORMROT, and former frontman for punk revolutionaries CRASS, Steve Ignorant.  Punk legends DEAD KENNEDYS and grindcore pioneers NAPALM DEATH are also appearing as part of the lineup on the Truth Stage, which sits right next to the Earache Express in Shangri-La.

Earache Express lineup:

Thursday
20:00 - 21:00 Napalm Death (Truth Stage)
21:30 - 22:15 Glen Matlock
23:00 - 23:45 Ho99o9
01:00 - 01:45 Extreme Noise Terror

Friday
22:00 - 22:45 Steve Ignorant's Slice of Life
23:15 - 00:00 Petrol Girls
00:30 - 01:15 Wormrot
02:15 - 03:00 Puppy

Saturday
19:00 - 20:00 Wormrot (Truth Stage)
22:30 - 23:30 Dead Kennedys (Truth Stage)
00:00 - 00:45 Wormrot
02:00 - 02:45 Extreme Noise Terror

Sunday
22:45 - 23:30 Hacktivist
00:00 - 00:45 Heck

Read more about the Earache Express at http://www.earache.com/glastonbury and check out the full Glastonbury lineup at http://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/line-up/line-up-2017

Earache Records is celebrating 30 years of pioneering metal and punk this summer.  Keep up with the latest news, videos, announcements and more by following Earache online:

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#30YearsOfEarache #EaracheAdaptOrDie

Thursday, June 15, 2017

BLACKBERRY SMOKE RELEASE "LIKE AN ARROW" MUSIC VIDEO

Atlanta southern rockers BLACKBERRY SMOKE have released a brand new music video for the title track of their recent album, 'Like an Arrow'.

Released in October of last year, 'Like an Arrow' landed in charts around the world upon its release, including a Top 10 position in the UK and a Top 20 in the USA.  The album also took the top spot in the UK Rock, Americana and Indie charts, as well as the US Country and Americana charts.  The band recently wrapped up a European headlining tour in Europe with support from labelmates and fellow Atlanta natives BITERS.

The video for "Like an Arrow" was directed by Jamie Burton Chamberlin (ZZ TOP, SAMMY HAGAR, SLASH) of Black Dahlia Films, who also directed BLACKBERRY SMOKE's "Sunrise in Texas" video.

Watch the official music video now at http://youtu.be/3ENpYgNrTZk

'Like an Arrow' was recorded and mixed by Billy Joe Bowers at The Quarry Recording Studio in Kenneshaw, Georgia and was produced by the band.  The album features 12 tracks including a collaboration with the late Gregg Allman on the album's closer, "Free on the Wing".

Get 'Like an Arrow' now on CD and coloured vinyl at http://www.earache.com/likeanarrow or on iTunes at http://bit.ly/likeanarrow-itunes

Get more BLACKBERRY SMOKE news and info:
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Michelle Kerr - Cosa Nostra PR
E-mail: michelle@cosanostrapr.com

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

PUNK LEGENDS AND EXTREMITY! GLASTONBURY ANNOUNCES FULL LINEUP FOR EARACHE EXPRESS

Last night Glastonbury announced a historical sea change in its lineup traditions as for the first time they will have a stage dedicated to punk and extreme bands.

Artists appearing across the weekend include punk legends from DEAD KENNEDYS, SEX PISTOLS and CRASS to Muslim Singaporean grindcore trio WORMROT, Earache icons NAPALM DEATH and EXTREME NOISE TERROR and modern underground bands such as HO99O9, HECK, HACKTIVIST, PETROL GIRLS and PUPPY.

The new venue, which is making its debut at the Glastonbury 2017 festival, is housed in a recycled London Underground tube carriage located at Shangri-La in the south east corner and is curated by the legendary British independent label, Earache Records.

Designed to provide a place for like-minded souls to congregate, the Earache Express demonstrates that metal and punk has something to say, showcasing bands with heartfelt and strongly held beliefs and all with something to debate - loudly.

With the entire stage decorated with though-provoking art from Turner-nominated artist Mark Titchner, the space encourages the open-minded, the free-spirited and the socially aware to embrace the sharper end of heavy music in all its forms.

Earache Records, celebrating 30 years of pioneering metal/punk this summer, created the extreme metal scene, launching bands such as NAPALM DEATH, CARCASS, GODFLESH, BRING ME THE HORIZON (USA), CLUTCH, SLEEP and THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN.

For the full Glastonbury lineup, head to http://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/line-up/line-up-2017

Read more about the Earache Express at http://www.earache.com/glastonbury

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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

BITERS UNVEIL OFFICIAL "STONE COLD LOVE" MUSIC VIDEO

Atlanta's rock n' roll punks BITERS, whose new studio album, 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' was released Friday, have unveiled a brand new video for lead single, "Stone Cold Love".  Watch the clip, directed by longtime collaborator Video Rahim, here - http://youtu.be/slBjGh00Yec

BITERS recently returned home after blazing a trail across the UK and Europe with their electrifying live shows.  Their 24-date tour supporting labelmates BLACKBERRY SMOKE saw them playing to over 50,000 music fans, including a date at London's iconic Roundhouse.

BITERS frontman Tuk tells us about how "Stone Cold Love" came to be; "I sat down with my buddy Scott (Stevens) to write a tune.  We sat for hours trying to come up with something that felt perfect, but were hitting a dead end.  We said 'fuck it' and went to his local hang out, ate some cornbread, drank a few beers and talked about music.  We spoke about T. Rex, Queen and Slade, shit like that, how cool those big drum grooves were.  Right then a light bulb went off and we headed back to the studio with a fresh start and within hours finished writing the song, demoed it and tracked lead vocals!  I was so fucking delirious I couldn't tell if it was good or not.  A few weeks later, Scott sent me the finished demo while I was on tour in Kansas.  I remember cranking it in the van outside of this fake old wild west town and thinking, 'Goddamn, this is so good!'"

'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' was produced by Dan Dixon and is the follow-up to 2015's critically acclaimed 'Electric Blood'.  You can grab the album digitally at iTunes - http://bit.ly/bitersfuture-itunes or pick up signed copies, bundles and lovely vinyl from http://www.earache.com/biters

Don't miss BITERS on tour now in support of 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be':

May 25 - Toledo, OH - Frankie's
May 26 - Rochester, NY - Harmony House
May 27 - Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance
May 28 - Cambridge, MA - Sonia
May 30 - Pittsburgh, PA - Smiling Moose
May 31 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus
Jun 01 - Baltimore, MD - Metro Gallery
Jun 02 - Harrisburg, PA - Abbey Bar
Jun 03 - Philadelphia, PA - Voltage Lounge

Get more BITERS news and info:
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/BITERS
Twitter - http://twitter.com/TheBiters


UK PRESS
Michelle Kerr - Cosa Nostra PR
E-mail: michelle@cosanostrapr.com

USA PRESS
Curran Reynolds - The Chain
E-mail: curran.reynolds@gmail.com

Friday, May 19, 2017

BITERS: NEW ALBUM 'THE FUTURE AIN'T WHAT IT USED TO BE' OUT NOW WORLDWIDE

'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be', the brand new studio album from Atlanta rock 'n' rollers BITERS, is out now worldwide on CD, vinyl and digital platforms.

Described as "stomping rock n' roll, sprinkled with stardust", BITERS make swaggering, stadium-ready anthems in the spirit of the glam, power pop and hard rock gods of the '70s, from T. REX to CHEAP TRICK to AC/DC.  'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' is packed with some of the catchiest songs of the year - but the magic lies in the attitude behind the hooks.  BITERS' strut and style transports us to a time when bands looked like bands and acted like gangs.

BITERS frontman Tuk recently said of the new album: "I knew I wanted to do something totally different to 'Electric Blood'.  It's very easy to get sidetracked as an artist and especially easy to lose perspective with so many people giving you advice and critique.  For this album, I wanted to go back to the reason I started this band back in 2010 - my love for early '70s glam rock, power pop and those big, anthemic sing-alongs are where my heart feels most home.  I wanted to take risks and really wear my heart on my sleeve this time around."

Get 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' now on vinyl and limited edition signed CD at http://www.earache.com/biters

The album is also available now on iTunes at http://bit.ly/bitersfuture-itunes

'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' was recorded with Dan Dixon (WYLDLIFE, WHORES), mixed by Dan Dixon and Scott Stevens (HALESTORM, SHINEDOWN), and mastered by Stephen Marcussen (JOHNNY CASH, THE ROLLING STONES, TOM PETTY).

Full track listing:

1. Let It Roll
2. Stone Cold Love
3. Callin' You Home
4. Don't Turn This Good Heart Bad
5. Gypsy Rose
6. No Stranger to Heartache
7. Vulture City
8. Hollywood
9. Chasin' the Feeling
10. Goin' Back to Georgia

View the cover art at http://bit.ly/2kZXp8F

BITERS are kicking off a US East Coast tour tonight in support of 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be'.  Don't miss them at these shows:

May 19 - Chicago, IL - Cobra Lounge
May 20 - Indianapolis, IN - State Street Pub
May 21 - St. Louis, MO - Fubar
May 23 - Hamtramck, MI - Smalls
May 25 - Toledo, OH - Frankie's
May 26 - Rochester, NY - Harmony House
May 27 - Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance
May 28 - Cambridge, MA - Sonia
May 30 - Pittsburgh, PA - Smiling Moose
May 31 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus
Jun 01 - Baltimore, MD - Metro Gallery
Jun 02 - Harrisburg, PA - Abbey Bar
Jun 03 - Philadelphia, PA - Voltage Lounge

Get more BITERS news and info:
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/BITERS
Twitter - http://twitter.com/TheBiters


UK PRESS
Michelle Kerr - Cosa Nostra PR
E-mail: michelle@cosanostrapr.com

USA PRESS
Curran Reynolds - The Chain
E-mail: curran.reynolds@gmail.com

Thursday, May 18, 2017

BITERS PREMIERE NEW SONG "NO STRANGER TO HEARTACHE" ON GUITARWORLD.COM

Atlanta rock 'n' rollers BITERS have teamed up with Guitar World for the premiere of a brand new song, "No Stranger to Heartache".

BITERS have been described as "stomping rock n' roll, sprinkled with stardust", and "No Stranger to Heartache" fits the description perfectly with its catchy, stomping swagger.  The track appears on the band's new album, 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be', which releases worldwide tomorrow - Friday, 19th May.

Listen to "No Stranger to Heartache" now on GuitarWorld.com at http://www.guitarworld.com/artist-news/biters-premiere-new-song-no-stranger-heartache/31183

Pre-order 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be' now on vinyl and limited edition signed CD at http://www.earache.com/biters

Pre-order the album on iTunes and receive two tracks instantly at http://bit.ly/bitersfuture-itunes

BITERS frontman Tuk recently said of the new album: "I knew I wanted to do something totally different to 'Electric Blood'.  It's very easy to get sidetracked as an artist and especially easy to lose perspective with so many people giving you advice and critique.  For this album, I wanted to go back to the reason I started this band back in 2010 - my love for early '70s glam rock, power pop and those big, anthemic sing-alongs are where my heart feels most home.  I wanted to take risks and really wear my heart on my sleeve this time around."

BITERS are due to kick off a US East Coast tour tomorrow to coincide with the release of 'The Future Ain't What It Used to Be'.  Don't miss them at these shows:

May 19 - Chicago, IL - Cobra Lounge
May 20 - Indianapolis, IN - State Street Pub
May 21 - St. Louis, MO - Fubar
May 23 - Hamtramck, MI - Smalls
May 25 - Toledo, OH - Frankie's
May 26 - Rochester, NY - Harmony House
May 27 - Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance
May 28 - Cambridge, MA - Sonia
May 30 - Pittsburgh, PA - Smiling Moose
May 31 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus
Jun 01 - Baltimore, MD - Metro Gallery
Jun 02 - Harrisburg, PA - Abbey Bar
Jun 03 - Philadelphia, PA - Voltage Lounge

Get more BITERS news and info:
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/BITERS
Twitter - http://twitter.com/TheBiters


USA PRESS
Curran Reynolds - The Chain
E-mail: curran.reynolds@gmail.com

UK PRESS
Michelle Kerr - Cosa Nostra PR
E-mail: michelle@cosanostrapr.com