Just to let all of you know, Big Smile Magazine will be posting a day to day show review/tour blog for the rebel rock tour 09 presented by sideshow productions. We will be posting pictures everyday, so make sure to check it out.
Also for the tour kick off show Big Smile Magazine will have a booth at martini blues march 21. Its 21+ $8 presale $15 door. Performing will be, PickAxe, Sangre, Chemical Burn, The Belts + TBA. See you at the show!
03/09/09
Tax Revolt 09 @ SlideBar - no more Steuern
This was not a concert or a musical event but an event about politics. Taxes to be exact. Their was a Revolt at the Slide Bar in down town Fullerton Saturday March 7th. Thousands of people showed up to express their opinion, a lot of hate for Arnold, no on 1A, a lot of people were mad about the raise of taxes, from sales tax to car registration tax ect. I was impressed to see the turnout and the response from the orange county public.
Whether you believe in this, or not, or are a republican or a democrat, actions speak louder than words, so I encourage you to go to your next political event and show your opinion instead if just talking about it. (anyone can talk).
Thanks for listening. MC
02/17/09
Banter Biscuit- Futurama vs. Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The Belts just released their first 4 song EP, Self Titled.
You can be expecting to see them on some bills soon in OC and LA punk scene. They are starting 2009 with a bang, so make sure to check these guys out. The Belts plan to release their full length album (not titled yet )Summer 2009, fallowed by a northern California tour.
Big Smile Magazine welcomes Brock Oboma to the white house! Not really news but should be said.
01/15/09
Eye Alaska heads into the studio tomorrow...
Eye Alaska:
Heading Into The Studio
Eye Alaska heads into the studio tomorrow to begin recording their debut full-length album with world renowned producer Matt Wallace. Matt Wallace has produced hit songs for Maroon5, Sheryl Crow, and REM. The band will be recording in Wallace's southern California studio.
This record will be the follow up to their EP "Yellow & Elephant" which was initially what attracted Wallace to the project. He was immediately intrigued by the mature, unique sound of the young band and their ability to make commercial radio hits.
The new album is scheduled for release in summer 2009.
The boy band looking rappers,THE H&N SQUAD, have release their debut album titled "CASH,CARS,CLUBS" on itunes. com & Amazon. com
The rappers have enjoyed touring success though out the greater Baltimore/Washington area and are now ready to concentrate on making their album a musical success. These talented artist are pushing there campaign with the slogan "Bringing rap back".With strong lyrics and a hip hop dance feel,they feel this album will be a huge and positive contribution to the music industry.
The H&N Squad have release their album(Titled: Cash, Cars and Clubs) on itunes, Amazon, the Fuzz, Rhapsody and in stores everywhere.
For more info go to www. myspace. com/musiclogomaker
12/02/08
Artist Vs Poet EP In Stores Everywhere!
Artist Vs Poet EP
In Stores Everywhere!
Today is a monumental day for five driven individuals from Dallas, Texas, also known as Artist Vs. Poet, as their debut, self-titled EP, hits stores everywhere. The album was recorded this year at The Tree Fort Studios in Los Angeles, CA with renowned producer Mike Green (Paramore, The Higher, Danger Radio). Buzznet will be streaming the EP, in its entirety, all week and offering a free downlowd of Runaway. Click here to listen to Artist Vs Poet.
The EP will include five tracks featuring a fan favorite Runaway, which is a song about escaping it all. "This song really connects with fans and gets them energized," says Craig Calloway. Another crowd favorite is Assurance Closure, which is "a song about having the right kind of closure, and feeling good about it," according to Craig.
The EP will also feature tracks Lisa Marie, Infallible Remedy, and All In; a special acoustic track, which is dedicated to "persistence and the thought of never giving up," according to vocalist Tarcy Thomason. "We decided to make this song acoustic because it's a little more personal that way," says Tarcy. "It can be kind of discouraging sometimes when bands first start up. This song is about just going for what you want really hard and the feelings of finally achieving it." In this case, that "something" just happened to be their recent successes as a band.
Although Artist Vs Poet is fairly new to the Fearless Records family (Plain White T's, Mayday Parade, The Maine), their music and tour schedules show they are a mature band destined for the stage like the others. Don't miss them as they come through this month on the Atticus Walk The Plank Tour, with headliners, The Classic Crime, and supporting acts A Change of Pace, and Lower Definition.
The Against Me! front man will release his solo EP "Heart Burns" on 10/28.
12/02/08
Kiddiepunk Records Unleashes International Elegy
Kiddiepunk Records Unleashes International Elegy Nick Hudson - The Elegy - New Record Out Now!
Elegy: noun, plural -gies.
1. a mournful, melancholy, or plaintive poem, esp. a funeral song or a lament for the dead. 2. a poem written in elegiac meter. 3. a sad or mournful musical composition.
After self-releasing 13 albums since 2003, Kiddiepunk Records is proud to announce the first international release by Brighton based UK singer-songwriter Nick Hudson.
The first part of a self-devouring trilogy themed around death, immolation and rebirth, 'The Elegy' verges on the sublime so frequently that it seems Hudson must have made a deal with an omnipotent deity. At once tender, expansive, intimate and beautiful, 'The Elegy' occupies that infinite, indefinable space in between the worlds; a place that words can not define or describe; songs that open up entire, utterly vivid and transcendent 'scapes.
Spare, haunting and delicately forthright, 'The Elegy' weaves together chant, folk-song, Americana, and subtle electronics to create a deeply stirring and evocative work.
"It was written as a manifesto to dissuade myself from suicide...and as a means of invoking some kind of light...distancing myself from the virulent and injurious behavioural patterns I'd documented in earlier songs..." says Hudson.
Very rarely does an artist of this level of substance emerge. Ingenious, insightful and prolific, Hudson's piano became his constant companion and ruling obsession after being given one as a gift at the age of six. He has recorded 13 records since 2003, each one a haunting work of art (7 of these records are part of a larger project know collectively as 'The Phoenix Diaries').
As well as being a published author, Nick Hudson's music also appears in numerous experimental films by Aspen Michael Taylor, including the upcoming feature-length film 'The People Who Hate Life'.
Gael Garcia-Charlotte Gainsbourg-Alain Chabat-Miou Miou- A Film By Michel Gondry. This is a Warner Independent Film.
I was at the film store yesterday looking for something i have not seen before and i came across The Science Of Sleep, but just as you cant judge a book by its cover you cannot judge a movie by its cover as well. The film started out in a dream, a room made of cardboard and TVs. Its about a guy from Mexico that come back home to live with his mom and meets a girl which is his next door neighbor. He has crazy dreams where he doesn't know if he is in a dream or real life. But the cool thing is that the girl he met has the same style of dreams and imagination. The artwork and filming was amazing, if you are into indy films this one is very very good. It will make you want to paint a picture when your done watching it or invent something.
posted on 6/6/2007
11/19/08
Blue State (Movie Review)
Blue State
"It's a state of mind."
Starring Breckin Meyer, Anna Paquin, Adriana O'Neill, Joyce Krenz, Richard Blackburn, SeunOlangunju, Nicolas Oullette, Grace Lynn Kung, Cory Cassidy, Leigh Enns, Liz Sroka and George W. Bush. Screenplay by Marshall Lewy. Directed by Marshall Lewy. Distributed by 20th Century Fox. 90 minutes. Rated PG-13.
Its a Story of a HARDCORE Democrate in San Fanciscocampainging for John kerry to be president in 2002 when Bush got into the white house and became president. On public TV, Logue (Breckin Meyer) make a promise to move out of the country if bush its elected to president. Sure enough he did and that's where the adventure began for Logue. Its a movie about politics, love, life, and honesty. Weather you are a republican or democrat or don't fallow politics, this is a good movie.
Its a good movie to see when you are looking for something a little bit different in your movie diet. Rent it. rating 1-10 (5 1/2)
Some info for this review was from popentertainment.com Thank you PE
11/18/08
Sigur Ros - Heima (DVD Review)
Before i get into the review of Heima, let me brief you with me finding about Sigur Ros. A little while ago I got this DVD, Heima. I have never heard of SR, so one day when I popped the DVD into the player and just used it as background music while i was doing something. With no expectations or ideas how this band will sound. No more then 5 minutes into the film my eyes did not leave the TV until the video was over. I put in the second DVD and my eyes didn't leave the TV until that one was over as well.
Heima - In 2006 Sigur Ros toured the world returning home to IceLand so play a series of free unannounced shows to make the dvd Heima that means At Home. This DVD was filmed in 16 locations on IceLand, showing the beauty of the island and the people that live there. This is a 97 minute documentary with songs from all four Sigur Ros albums Hljómalind / Starálfur, Heim, Hvarf-Heim, and one new song titled "Heima" along with unreleased material.
This DVD starts out with a live performance and shows us how they are live in concert, extremely creative and interesting way of lighting on the stage. Then playing is a series of places through the island, in houses, outside and venues. I think the places they picked to play makes their music mean even that much more and add more passion to their music. This DVD has some of the best cinematography i've seen, with very unique shots and really shows the beauty of IceLand.
If you have never heard of Sigur Ros let me try and tell you a little about their music. SR is a band from Reykjavík, IceLand and They have a mellow sound but sometimes can pick up and get pretty energetic. The lead Voc Jón Þór Birgisson has a very unique sound to his voice and singing. The bands timing is beyond exceptional, perfect, and is something to look for when watching this DVD. This band is made up of truly talented musicians, in this DVD they all switch around from the piano, to the guitar to the drums, and to me being able to have diversity in your musical talent impressive me.
This band is not for everyone, it is not for the musically bland or the people that only like a band because they do back flips on stage and spit fire balls.
This band is defiantly one of the most amazing bands I've ever heard. GO buy this DVD, check them out, go listen,
In this movie they do a quick briefing of the first movie to bring you up to speed. Something a lot of other movies should do.
Part 2 was just as good as the first in my opinion, same humor, they got into just as much trouble if not more but in this one the penuens, i think stole the spot light. Funny, sneaky and clever as ever! This movie is great for the kids, and good for the adults with a few inside jokes and i think i caught a few political views or jokes in the movie. When you see it tell me if you agree or dissagree with me.
This movie is deffently worth seeing but not too importent to be seen on the big screen. Renting it is what i would do.
Rate 1-10 (6 1/2)
Some of the previews of up coming movies looked really good. Be Excited and I hope to have some reviews up for thos movies too.
Thanks - Jonny Havoc.
11/07/08
New Music Video (All-American Rejects)
The All-American Rejects have just premiered the video for explosive single “Gives You Hell” on Yahoo! Music. Directed by Marc Webb, the video was described by the band as a neighborly quarrel between two completely opposite households, the square versus the raucous rockers, both of which have front-man Tyson Ritter as the head of the house. The trials and tribulations between the Rockers and the Preps unfold as the video progresses with an unexpected ending.
For more Rejects fun, fans can now put their faces on Tyson, Nick, Chris and Mike at www.allamericanrejects.com/givesyouhell/! When The World Comes Down will be in stores December 16th.
11/06/08
Killola new music video by Resident Band.
Killola, new music video by Resident Band.
Here's a little about the show: Birthmark Entertainment, Inc., a Los Angeles based production company, launches ResidentBand online video series. ResidentBand, which features the same band for numerous back to back episodes, was modeled after nightclubs that have the same band play every week for an extended period of time, thus giving the band a residency. In addition to the original music videos (mostly live performance), tour dates for the resident artists are provided within the videos. ResidentBand will feature only four to six bands a year, thus giving each band the exposure they deserve. The concept is expected to help bands increase their fan base before touring.
You can also subscribe to the ResidentBand video podcast for free via the iTunes store. ResidentBand is also distributed to the top video sharing sites including YouTube, Yahoo!, Blip. tv, Metacafe, Google, Revver, AOL, Break, Dailymotion, Veoh, Crackle, StupidVideos, and Viddler. Media Contact: Lance Chapman, Birthmark Entertainment, 323-660-2570, lance@birthmark.tv Thanks BigSmile... We really appreciate your support! Cheers, Lance
10/28/08
The Cure’s 4:13 Dream in stores today!
The 13th studio album from the seminal rock outfit was recorded, engineered, produced and mixed at Parkgate Studios UK by Robert Smith and Keith Uddin (Oasis, Madonna). Featuring “The Perfect Boy”, “The Hungry Ghost” and “The Only One” which all showcase Smith’s unmistakable vocals, the band’s jangly guitar-pop and undeniable melodic prowess it is clear that the record is another triumph in The Cure’s storied discography.
10/28/08
DiNG IT UP WITH NORMA JEAN!
WINNERS GET TO STAND ON STAGE AND ONE GRAND PRIZE WINNER WILL RECEIVE AN XBOX 360 AMONG OTHER GREAT PRIZES
DiNG has teamed up with Atlanta rockers Norma Jean and is offering the mother of all contests for fans! Norma Jean is currently on a headline U.S. tour with Haste The Day, The Showdown, Mychildren Mybride, and Oh Sleeper.
One winner will be chosen from each tour date to receive an exclusive opportunity to stand on the side of the stage and watch Norma Jean.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive an XBOX 360 DiNG'd with NORMA JEAN, $100 DiNG Gift Card, $100 Hot Topic Gift Card, and CDs from every band on the tour.
Five runner-ups will receive a $50 DiNG gift card, and 20 second runner-ups will receive a $5 DiNG Gift Card for use at WWW.DiNGLIFE.COM
Tour Dates:
Tue/Oct-28 Des Moines, IA People's Court
Wed/Oct-29 Minneapolis, MN Station Four
Thu/Oct-30 Chicago, IL Metro
Fri/Oct-31 Louisville, KY Club Oasis
Sat/Nov-01 Detroit, MI Clutch's Cargo
Sun/Nov-02 Cleveland, OH Peabody's
Tue/Nov-04 Buffalo, NY Extreme Wheels
Wed/Nov-05 Pittsbrugh, PA Mr. Smalls
Thu/Nov-06 Lancaster, PA Chameleon
Fri/Nov-07 Syracuse, NY Lost Horizon
Sat/Nov-08 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom
Sun/Nov-09 Hartford, CT Webster Theatre
Tue/Nov-11 Baltimore, MD Ram's Head Live
Wed/Nov-12 Norfolk, VA The NorVa
Thu/Nov-13 Charlotte, NC Tremont
Fri/Nov-14 Charleson, SC Music Farm
Sat/Nov-15 Atlanta, GA Masquerade
DiNG holds the world’s largest catalog of music and band licenses for their product.With the addition of this contest, DiNG is able to provide Norma Jean fans, not only a new style of merchandise but a chance to watch the band live, up close.
DiNGS are currently available for over 100 devices including cell phones, gaming systems and controllers, MP3 players and laptops.
DiNGS are full color, high-resolution and custom-fit to each electronic device.They can be removed easily without damage and do not leave any adhesive residue.
Putnam Hall is back from New York City after shooting their first video for the new album "Fight the Format."The new video is for "It's Over", a mellower, more-brooding track than normal for the punk-infused Orange County band. But, that's what Putnam Hall wanted to do with this video – to break barriers and refute expectations for even their own music.
"It's Over" was shot in multiple locations in New York including Brooklyn, Coney Island and the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Look for the video to be vibrant and twisted, gorgeous and heartbroken.
Sidenote: singer/guitarist Lillard Anthony trained for the video with Hector Roca, famous for his work with Hilary Swank for her academy award winning role in "Million Dollar Baby."
The guys from Forever Wings Fold (Reilly,Aric and Nick) have started a new heavy progressive rock band heavily influenced by The Mars Volta/Thrice/RxBandits etc.. and already have on the upside of 10 songs written. We're still looking for a singer. Once a singer is found we will be recording/promoing/touring/you name it.
Updates on this will be posted when the news breaks.
10/13/08
The H&N Crew updates
The H&N Crew Reflect on Pain Through Their Music.
The H&N Crew (Thanks Samuel Queen IV)
Going through trials and tribulations just might be the best inspiration for a writer to draw their anecdotes from. Keith Hutchins, a.k.a. Keilo, Leroy Graudney, a.k.a. Face Mobb, Ronald Saunders, a.k.a. Lil’ Ronnie, and Samuel Queen IV, a.k.a. Don B., unfortunately knows this all too well. Collectively known as The H&N Crew, these East Baltimore MC’s have quickly recognized that there are more important things in life than the flash and glare of celebrity, and they have decided to put those accounts to music. These young men were hit directly by the Dawson Family firebombing tragedy that occurred on Cecil Ave. in 2003. Instead of letting the memory of the family fade in the wind, they decided to give a concert for the affected community that found healing and comfort through their music-if only for the duration of the group’s performance. Since then, H&N have committed to keeping their music profanity-free, and encourage anyone willing to listen to become a positive enforcement in their respective communities. It seems their leadership has paid off, as their newest song, “Tip-Toe”, is currently being requested on 92Q. As they prepare to release a new album in November through Itunes and Amazon.com, H&N looks to continue to empower their city with words of truth, encouragement and hope.
Read the new interview with B The Site. http://www.bthesite.com/archives/2008/10/the-hn-crew-reflects-on-pain-through-their-music/#more-2124
10/03/08
Sounds Of Noise - new CD & Video Shoot
They have a single and we are releasing an E.P. with a west coast tour on the way! We're out of long beach,CA. Were also doing a video for"Soaking up the sun". www. myspace. com/soundsofnoiseofficial
