New Vanna Vocalist
Vanna vocalist Chris Preece will be leaving the band following their current tour for "personal reasons and has absolutely nothing to do with drama." He is being replaced by Davey Miuse (Seeker Destroyer). Official statements can be found in the replies.
Asteria And TGL Members Form New Label, Sign New Band
Seth Henderson of Asteria and Zach Stewart of TGL have launched a new record label called Dare To Dream Records, which is based out of Chicago, IL. Their first signee, My Hidden Track from Indianapolis, IN, just released their debut EP titled "Hey Love;" it is available worldwide (iTunes, Amazon, Hot Topic). Their single "I Gave Her My Heart, She Gave Me a Pen" can be heard at myspace. The myspace features a new layout, music video, and album sampler.
The Hoodies Album Available For Pre-Order
The Hoodies' new album, What's To Come, is set for an August 15th release date and is now available for pre-order in two packages. One package includes an autographed copy of the album for $4.99, the other includes a limited edition shirt and autographed copy for $12.99. The album was mixed by Mark Trombino (Jimmy Eat World, The Starting Line).
US Royalty Music Video
Head to the replies to watch US Royalty's music video for "Raincoats." The video was directed by Shruti Ganguly of Nylon TV and features Sarah Jane-Dias, who was Miss India 2007.
User Reviews (07.03.09)
Here are some user reviews.Dance Gavin Dance - Happiness (Jo Mo)
Ready at Most - Ready at Most (npmshah)
You Say Party! We Say Die! - Danskwad (Undue Noise)
The Sounds - Crossing The Rubicon (npmshah)
Kids in Glass Houses - Smart Casual (James Ding)
A Textbook Tragedy - Rain City State of Mind (frodo22969052)
Elliott Yamin - Fight for Love (musictalks)
Random Conflict - Escapism (ridthedisease)
Miss May I - Apologies are for the Weak (handraa)
The Format - Live at the Mayan Theater (DVD) (Keagan2387)
Farewell Album Art/Release Date Change
EDIT: This is not the final draft!
The cover art to Farewell's new album, Run It Up the Flagpole, can be seen here. Additionally, the album has a new release date of September 1st.
Farewell Added To Fireman's Hall Fest
Farewell have been added to the line-up of the AP.net-sponsored Fireman's Hall Fest 2009. Tickets can be purchased here. More bands will be announced in the coming weeks.
Huge Go!Merch Sale
Go!Merch are having a huge, one of a kind Fourth of July sale. The company is taking feedback via their twitter account and slashing prices on tons of items. They're also running a contest where one randomly chosen winner will receive two shirts from the store of their choice and a signed Fall Out Boy vinyl. Details in the replies.
Hayley Williams AP.net Chat
Hayley Williams of Paramore will be chatting on AP.net July 9 at 8:30 p.m. ET. Get ready...it's going to be a big one.
Far Needs Your Voice
Far is assembling fan gang vocals for their new album and you too can join in. Read full details in the replies.
Too Good to Be True
If you download Internet Explorer 8, you'll receive a free MP3 of a live Nickelback song.
Submitted by BrennanHickson
Evergreen Terrace Drummer Injured
Evergreen Terrace drummer Kyle Mims was in a "horrific bike accident" last night, resulting in a broken clavicle, among other injuries. Roadie Caleb James (Casey Jones) will be filling in for the band's upcoming shows while Mims will undergo surgery and be in physical therapy for 4-8 weeks. Update: Donations can be made here.
The Dangerous Van Smoke
Update: The band is back on the road and they send their gratitude.
The Dangerous Summer are experiencing van problems and could use your help. Let's make sure this band gets back on the road as soon as possible.
What Do You Want Us To Do On Warped Tour?
Starting Tuesday, I will be on Warped Tour with East Coast Indie covering a few bands you love and a few more you love to hate. So, more specifically, what bands would you like to hear from? What aspects of the tour interest you? Where would you like to see AP.net dig their trenches? Let us know and we'll do our best to treat your curiosity.
Alesana and The Bled Tour
Alesana, The Bled, Asking Alexandria, and Broadway will be touring together in September with Enter Shikari and Madina Lake providing rotating support. Dates can be found in the replies.
ABSOLUTExclusive: Eye Alaska
Fearless is set to release Eye Alaska's new full-length, Genesis Underground, this Tuesday. The record is a pop-rock trip with refreshing tints of Rnb and hip-hop, and can be streamed in entirety on the band's AP.net Profile.
17 Years and Running
Tune-in to here on Monday to find out about a special 17th Anniversary announcement from MxPx.