Home Blog Page 926

How Indie Artists Can Get Involved in Record Store Day 2025 (Unofficially!)

Eric Alper
-
0
How Indie Artists Can Get Involved in Record Store Day 2025 (Unofficially!)

Record Store Day (RSD) 2025 is set to take place on April 12, and while it has become a major global event for music lovers, indie artists often find themselves wondering how they can be a part of the celebration. While the official releases and events tend to focus on major labels and established acts, independent musicians can still find ways to engage with their communities and make the most of RSD.

What started in 2007 as a grassroots initiative to support independent record stores has grown into a worldwide phenomenon. Inspired by events like Free Comic Book Day, a coalition of indie record store owners launched Record Store Day in 2008, with Metallica helping to kick off the inaugural event at Rasputin Music in San Francisco. Since then, RSD has expanded across the globe, with exclusive vinyl releases, in-store performances, and community gatherings defining the annual tradition.

Despite its success, the reality is that many indie artists are left out of official RSD releases due to label-driven distribution deals and limited pressings. However, that doesn’t mean independent musicians can’t get involved! Here are five creative ways indie artists can celebrate Record Store Day in an unofficial capacity.

  1. Partner with a Local Record Store

Many record stores are at the heart of their local music communities. Reach out to a nearby shop and offer to perform an acoustic set, DJ for the day, or even help promote the store’s RSD event. Even if you’re not an official RSD artist, performing in-store or assisting with promotions can introduce your music to vinyl collectors and fellow music lovers.

  1. Release a Special Edition of Your Own Music

While official RSD vinyl releases are often reserved for label-backed artists, you can still create your own exclusive release. Consider pressing a limited batch of vinyl or cassettes for your fans, releasing a digital “Record Store Day” edition of a past album with bonus tracks, or even dropping a surprise single on streaming platforms to coincide with the event.

  1. Host a Pop-Up Show or Listening Party

If performing at a record store isn’t an option, organize a pop-up show in a local coffee shop, bookshop, or even an outdoor space near a record store. Invite fans to celebrate music and vinyl culture with you. You could also host a listening party for your favorite vinyl records or even your own releases, making it a social event for the community.

  1. Create Exclusive RSD Merch

Limited-edition merch is a big part of the Record Store Day experience, so why not join in? Design a special run of T-shirts, posters, or offer a bundle deal for anyone who buys your merch and a vinyl record on your website, creating a unique cross-promotion.

  1. Support Record Store Day on Social Media

Even if you’re not officially part of the event, you can still use the buzz of RSD to engage with fans. Share your favorite indie record stores, post about your favorite vinyl releases, or create a short video talking about your love for physical music formats. Tagging stores and using #RecordStoreDay2025 can help you connect with new audiences and show your appreciation for the vinyl community.

Record Store Day is a celebration of music culture and independent businesses. Indie artists play a crucial role in keeping that culture alive. By participating in creative and unofficial ways, you can still make an impact, connect with fans, and support local record stores without needing a major label or official RSD release.

So, mark your calendar for April 12, 2025, and start planning how you’ll celebrate Record Store Day as an indie artist. The record store community is built on passion, and there’s always room for independent musicians to be part of the movement!

For all your publicity needs, feel free to email Eric@ThatEricAlper.com or call me at 647-971-3742. With 25+ years of experience and a deep passion for connecting artists to audiences, I’m here to help you make an impact.

5 Surprising Facts About Led Zeppelin’s Self-Titled Debut Album

Eric Alper
-
0
5 Surprising Facts About Led Zeppelin’s Self-Titled Debut Album

Some albums introduce a band—and some reshape the very fabric of rock music. Led Zeppelin, the debut album from the legendary British group, wasn’t just a record; it was a mission statement. Released in 1969, it unleashed an entirely new force in heavy music, fusing blues, psychedelia, and bone-crushing riffs into a sound that would define hard rock for generations. But beyond its iconic status, Led Zeppelin holds a trove of lesser-known stories that reveal just how groundbreaking it was. Here are five little-known facts that shed new light on this seismic debut.

1. The Album Was Funded Out of Pocket—And That Changed Everything

When Led Zeppelin was recorded, the band didn’t have a record deal yet. Instead of waiting for a label to foot the bill, Jimmy Page and manager Peter Grant paid for the sessions themselves—a bold move that cost them £1,782 (about £37,000 today). Because they controlled the budget, they also controlled the music, ensuring there was no label interference in the sound or song selection. By the time Atlantic Records signed them, the album was already finished, meaning the label had zero say in the creative process—an unheard-of level of artistic freedom at the time.

2. The Famous Hindenburg Cover Almost Didn’t Happen

Few album covers are as instantly recognizable as Led Zeppelin’s image of the Hindenburg disaster, but it wasn’t an obvious choice at first. Jimmy Page, who had a strong hand in every aspect of the band’s presentation, chose the image as a nod to a joke Keith Moon once made—that their new band would go down “like a lead balloon.” Artist George Hardie adapted the famous 1937 photograph into a striking black-and-white illustration, but the cover nearly caused a legal headache. Eva von Zeppelin, a relative of the airship’s creator, was so furious about the image that she threatened legal action, forcing the band to briefly perform under a different name while in Denmark.

3. The Album Was Recorded in Just 36 Hours

It’s hard to believe that an album as monumental as Led Zeppelin came together in less time than a long weekend, but that’s exactly what happened. The band had honed most of the material on their first tour as the New Yardbirds, so by the time they stepped into Olympic Studios in London, they were ready. The entire album was recorded and mixed in roughly 36 studio hours over a few weeks, a testament to their chemistry and live energy. The quick turnaround also kept costs down, allowing Page and Grant to finance the project themselves.

4. “Good Times Bad Times” Was a Technical Triumph

The thunderous opening track, “Good Times Bad Times,” was a game-changer for rock drumming. John Bonham’s rapid-fire triplets on the bass drum were so fast that many listeners assumed he was using a double bass pedal—except he wasn’t. His technique was entirely unique, using an incredibly fast single-foot motion that drummers still try to emulate today. Even Jimi Hendrix reportedly praised Bonham’s playing on the track, recognizing his sheer power and precision.

5. The Album’s Success Came from Radio, Not Singles

Unlike most rock albums of the late ‘60s, Led Zeppelin didn’t rely on hit singles to break through. The band actively avoided releasing singles in the UK, and the only one issued in the US—“Good Times Bad Times”—barely made a dent on the Billboard charts. Instead, the album gained traction through underground FM radio stations, which embraced its long-form songs and heavy sound. The lack of traditional promotion didn’t slow them down; within a year, Led Zeppelin had gone platinum and was reshaping the rock landscape.

More than half a century later, Led Zeppelin still sounds like a call to arms, a seismic shift that took rock music to previously uncharted territories. From the studio to the stage, Led Zeppelin’s debut remains one of the most influential rock records of all time—a blueprint that would shape generations of musicians to follow.

5 Surprising Facts About The Band’s “Music From Big Pink”

Eric Alper
-
0
5 Surprising Facts About The Band’s “Music From Big Pink”

Some albums don’t just introduce a band—they carve out a whole new musical landscape. Music from Big Pink wasn’t loud, flashy, or overtly revolutionary, but its impact was seismic. Instead of riding the wave of late-’60s psychedelia, The Band turned inward, crafting a sound rooted in timeless storytelling and raw emotion. Here are five lesser-known facts that peel back the layers of this enigmatic debut.

1. Bob Dylan’s Influence Went Beyond Songwriting—He Left a Visual Stamp Too

It’s no secret that Bob Dylan played a role in the making of Music from Big Pink, co-writing three of its songs during The Basement Tapes sessions. But his contribution wasn’t just musical—he also painted the album’s cover art. The abstract, almost childlike image signaled that this wasn’t just another rock record; it was a statement. While The Band was stepping out of Dylan’s shadow musically, his presence remained right there on the front of the LP, a silent collaborator in more ways than one.

2. Capitol Records Wanted to Change the Band’s Name—And Didn’t Trust the Sound

Before Music from Big Pink, The Band was still largely known as Bob Dylan’s backing group. Capitol Records, unsure about marketing a band with no clear frontman, initially wanted them to go by The Crackers or The Honkies—names that didn’t exactly land well with the group. To make things more complicated, the label also suggested tweaking their sound to be more radio-friendly. The Band ignored both ideas, sticking to their stripped-down, organic style. In the end, Capitol had no choice but to let them be The Band.

3. Levon Helm Had to Be Lured Back From the Oil Fields to Finish the Album

When Dylan’s 1966 world tour met hostile audiences (angry at his electric shift), Levon Helm had had enough. The Arkansas-born drummer quit and took a job working on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico. Meanwhile, the rest of The Band was jamming with Dylan in Woodstock, finding their musical identity. It wasn’t until Capitol Records offered a record deal that Helm was persuaded to return. His drumming and vocals would become essential to Big Pink—but for a time, it almost happened without him.

4. The House That Inspired the Album Wasn’t Where It Was Recorded

The title Music from Big Pink refers to the now-famous house in West Saugerties, New York, where members of The Band lived and wrote much of the album. But the recordings themselves didn’t happen there. The sessions began at A&R Studios in Manhattan before Capitol insisted they relocate to Los Angeles to complete the album. The move wasn’t ideal—the band’s rustic sound was at odds with the industry polish of L.A.—but they managed to keep the spirit of Big Pink alive, even from a thousand miles away.

5. “The Weight” Was a Hit—Just Not for The Band

One of the most iconic songs from Music from Big Pink, “The Weight,” became an instant classic. However, The Band’s version didn’t chart significantly in the U.S., peaking at a modest No. 63. Instead, the song found success through other artists—Aretha Franklin’s version turned it into an R&B hit, while Jackie DeShannon’s take made the U.S. Top 40. It wasn’t until later that The Band’s original was recognized as one of the defining songs of its era, proving that sometimes, greatness takes time to be appreciated.

Over half a century later, Music from Big Pink still stands as one of the most influential albums of all time. It defied trends, introduced a new approach to rock music, and helped launch the Americana movement before it even had a name. More than just a debut, it was a manifesto—one that still echoes through generations of musicians who value authenticity over spectacle.

Central Cee Announces ‘Can’t Rush Greatness’ World Tour Following Debut Album Release

Eric Alper
-
0
Central Cee Announces ‘Can’t Rush Greatness’ World Tour Following Debut Album Release

Coming off the heels of the release of long-awaited debut album, Can’t Rush Greatness, UK’s global rap sensation Central Cee has announced his first world tour of the same name. Produced by Live Nation, the 39-date tour kicks off on April 1st in Norway at Oslo’s Spektrum Arena making stops at renowned venues in Europe and North America like London’s The O2, Los Angeles’s Hollywood Palladium and New York’s Terminal 5, and more before wrapping up on July 2nd in Perth, Australia.

Central Cee’s album release marks a pivotal moment in his career, taking the London-born rapper to reach global chart dominance with acclaimed mixtapes and the hit single “GBP” featuring 21 Savage. The project has already been hailed as having the biggest streaming day of all-time for a UK Rapper globally. This achievement comes on top of three Brit Award nominations for Best UK Artist, Best Song for “Band4Band” and “Best Hip Hop & Grime,” and a cinematic black and white visual for the album track “Limitless”.

Central Cee has redefined the global perception of UK rap, breaking barriers and setting unprecedented milestones. His ability to seamlessly blend raw storytelling with universal appeal has resonated across continents, bridging linguistic and cultural divides. With Can’t Rush Greatness, he reaffirms his position as one of the most vital voices in contemporary rap, delivering an album that is both deeply personal and globally resonant.

Tickets will be available starting with an Artist Presale beginning Wednesday, January 29th at 10am local. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, January 31st at 10am local time at Ticketmaster.com. Please check routing for more information.

*The Auckland show at Spark Arena and Perth show at RAC Arena will both go on pre-sale and on-sale the week of February 3rd.

Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in France, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Italy & the Netherlands. Mastercard Presale starts Wednesday, January 29th at 10am local. Plus, Preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets are available in the countries listed and the UK from Friday, January 31st at 10am local. Check out priceless.com/music for details.

 

TOUR DATES:
April 1 | Oslo, NO | Spektrum
April 3 | Copenhagen, DK | Forum Black Box
April 5 | Hamburg, DE | Sporthalle Hamburg
April 6 | Berlin, DE | Velodrom
April 8 | Amsterdam, NL | Ziggo Dome
April 10 | Milan, IT | Fabrique
April 11 | Munich, DE | Zenith Die Kulturhalle
April 13 | Paris, FR | Accor Arena
April 15 | Dusseldorf, DE | PSD Bank Dome
April 16 | Brussels, BE | Forest National
April 18 | Birmingham, UK | Utilita Arena
April 19 | Manchester, UK | Co-op Live
April 22 | Dublin, IE | 3Arena
April 24 | London, UK | The O2
April 27 | Glasgow, UK | OVO Hydro
May 2 | Portland, OR | Roseland Theater
May 3 | Seattle, WA | Showbox SoDo
May 6 | San Francisco, CA | The Masonic
May 7 | Los Angeles, CA | Hollywood Palladium
May 9 | Denver, CO | The Fillmore Denver
May 11 | Houston, TX | Bayou Music Center
May 12 | Dallas, TX | South Side Ballroom
May 15 | Detroit, MI | The Fillmore Detroit
May 16 | Chicago, IL | Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
May 18 | Charlotte, NC | The Fillmore Charlotte
May 19 | Atlanta, GA | Coca-Cola Roxy
May 21 | Philadelphia, PA | The Fillmore Philadelphia
May 22 | Silver Spring, MD | The Fillmore Silver Spring
May 24 | Toronto, ON, CAN | HISTORY
May 25 | Toronto, ON, CAN | HISTORY
May 27 | Brooklyn, NY | Brooklyn Paramount
May 29 | New York, NY | Terminal 5
May 31 | Boston, MA | MGM Music Hall
June 1 | Montreal, QC, CAN | MTELUS
June 20 | Auckland, NZ | Spark Arena
June 22 | Brisbane, AU | Brisbane Entertainment Centre
June 25 | Sydney, AU | Qudos Bank Arena
June 28 | Melbourne, AU | Rod Laver Arena
July 2 | Perth, AU | RAC Arena

Jake Shane Announces ‘Live With Jake Shane’ 2025 Tour Across 35+ North American Cities

Eric Alper
-
0
Jake Shane Announces ‘Live With Jake Shane’ 2025 Tour Across 35+ North American Cities

Today, Jake Shane, digital entertainer, comedian, and host of popular podcast Therapuss, announced his biggest tour to date, kicking off next month.  Produced by Live Nation and National Shows 2, LIVE WITH JAKE SHANE will begin on Thursday, February 27 in Dallas, TX and will span more than 35 cities across North America before wrapping in Omaha, NE on Sunday, July 13.

Artist Presale Tickets and VIP Packages will go on sale on Wednesday, January 29 at 10:00 AM local time. The general onsale will begin Friday, January 31 at 10:00 AM local time.

100% of net tickets proceeds from the Los Angeles show at Peacock Theater on Saturday, May 17 will be donated to wildfire relief efforts.

In 2024, Shane completed his first ever live tour, Therapuss LIVE, to sold-out crowds in 21 cities, featuring special guests at select stops including Reneé Rapp, Alix Earle, Sofia Richie-Grainge, Snooki, Connor Wood, and Alexander 23.

LIVE WITH JAKE SHANE 2025 TOUR DATES
Thursday, February 27 – Dallas, TX – Majestic Theatre
Saturday, March 1 – Baton Rouge, LA – River Center Theatre
Sunday, March 2 – New Orleans, LA – Orpheum Theater
Friday, March 7 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
Saturday, March 8 – Austin, TX – ACL Live at the Moody Theater
Monday, March 10 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
Wednesday, March 12 – St. Louis, MO – Stifel Theatre
Friday, March 14 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit
Saturday, March 15 – Akron, OH – Goodyear Theater
Sunday, March 16 – Columbus, OH – Wexner Center Mershon Auditorium
Wednesday, March 19 – Birmingham, AL – BJCC Concert Hall
Friday, March 21 – Jacksonville, FL – Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts – Moran Theater
Saturday, March 22 – Clearwater, FL – Ruth Eckerd Hall
Sunday, March 23 – Orlando, FL – Steinmetz Hall
Monday, March 24 – Athens, GA – The Classic Center
Wednesday, March 26 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
Friday, March 28 – Bloomington, IN – IU Auditorium
Friday, May 16 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
Saturday, May 17 – Los Angeles, CA – Peacock Theater
Tuesday, May 20 – El Cajon, CA – The Magnolia
Friday, May 23 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
Saturday, May 24 – Las Vegas, NV – The Theater At Virgin Hotel
Wednesday, May 28 – Vancouver, BC – Orpheum Theater
Thursday, May 29 – Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
Saturday, May 31 – Portland, OR – Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
Monday, June 2 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kingsbury Hall
Tuesday, June 3 – Denver, CO – Paramount Theatre
Thursday, June 26 – Washington, DC – Warner Theatre
Friday, June 27 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
Saturday, June 28 – Atlantic City, NJ – Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City
Sunday, June 29 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Tuesday, July 8 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace
Wednesday, July 9 – Milwaukee, WI – The Riverside Theater
Friday, July 11 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium Theatre
Saturday, July 12 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
Sunday, July 13 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha

Guy Manoukian Announces 2025 World Tour With Performances Across North America and Europe

Eric Alper
-
0
Guy Manoukian Announces 2025 World Tour With Performances Across North America and Europe

Renowned Lebanese-Armenian musician, pianist, and composer, Guy Manoukian, whose career spans over 30 years has announced he will bring his talents to stages across the globe with his 2025 World Tour.  Produced by Live Nation, the tour will traverse major cities across North America and

Europe, with performances in Mexico City, Los Angeles, Detroit, Toronto, Montreal, Brooklyn, and Paris.

This groundbreaking event marks the global tour debut of Middle Eastern artist, Guy Manoukian, presented by Live Nation. Manoukian’s exceptional talent for blending global melodies with contemporary arrangements has earned him a reputation as one of the world’s most innovative musicians. Having performed on some of the world’s most renowned stages such as the Sydney Opera House, London Palladium, Dubai Opera, and Olympia in Paris, this tour extends his groundbreaking artistry to new heights.

Tickets will be available starting with presales (details below) beginning Tuesday, January 28th. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, January 31st at 10 AM local time at Ticketmaster.com. For more information on international dates visit GuyManoukian.com.

Citi is the official card of the U.S. dates of the Guy Manoukian 2025 World Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, January 28th at 10 AM local time until Thursday, January 30th at 10 PM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, exclusive Meet & Greet and individual photo op with Guy Manoukian, autographed tour poster & more. VIP package contents vary based on offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

TOUR STOPS INCLUDE:
Mexico City, MX – May 16, 2025
Inglewood, CA – May 18, 2025
Brooklyn, NY – May 21, 2025
Detroit, MI – May 23, 2025
Toronto, ON – May 25, 2025
Montreal, QC – May 26
Paris, France – June 1, 2025

The Sword Announces New Shows Following Levitation 2024 Reunion

Eric Alper
-
0
The Sword Announces New Shows Following Levitation 2024 Reunion

The Sword is back. Following their highly-anticipated set at Levitation 2024, the legendary band has announced two additional dates, with more shows on the horizon: April 10 at the Granada Theater (Dallas) and April 11 at Paper Tiger (San Antonio).

Cronise, in conversation with Revolver shared his thoughts on the band’s reunion, the 15th anniversary of Warp Riders, and more: We know each other, we’re comfortable. It’s just kind of like putting on a comfortable pair of sneakers. Levitation was a great show… it went really well.”

Kyle Shutt adds, “I can’t tell you what it means to see everyone’s positive reception. It feels so good to see people out there almost more enthusiastic about the band than ever – it’s something we’ll never take for granted.”

Warp Riders is the Austin-based band’s third full-length album, which arrived in the summer of 2010. The 10-song collection, described as a psychedelic space opera, features the galloping, fuzzed out “Tres Brujas” and the southern rock-infused “Lawless Lands.” Warp Riders was met with widespread praise upon its release. Premier Guitar praised the album’s “distinctly Texas-flavored sense of groove and swing,” while SPIN called it “badass” and “innovative.” Consequence went even further, declaring it a “classic.”

The Sword is JD Cronise (vocals, guitar), Bryan Richie (bass, keyboards), Kyle Shutt (guitar, vocals), and Santiago Vela (drums). Following their 2003 inception, The Sword quickly became one of the most revered names in heavy music. With a blend of crushing riffs, intricate storytelling, and a sound that bridges classic metal and modern rock, The Sword has released six albums: Age of Winters (2006), Gods of the Earth (2008), Warp Riders (2010), Apocryphon (2012), High Country (2015) and Used Future (2018).

Andy Summers and Robert Fripp Announce The Complete Recordings 1981–1984 Box Set and I Advance Masked 2024 Mix Vinyl

Eric Alper
-
0
Andy Summers and Robert Fripp Announce The Complete Recordings 1981–1984 Box Set and I Advance Masked 2024 Mix Vinyl

Andy Summers and Robert Fripp “The Complete Recordings 1981 – 1984” 3CD/1Blu-ray & “I Advance Masked” 2024 Mix 200gm vinyl available March 28th, 2025.

4-disc set of all the Summers/Fripp material on 3CD/1Blu-ray. CDs include the original albums ‘I Advance Masked’, ‘Bewitched’ and a 3rd album ‘Mother Hold the Candle Steady’ compiled from previously unreleased / unheard material newly mixed and assembled by David Singleton plus an alternative take of “Maquillage” and an early slower version of “Parade”

Blu-ray includes: Both original albums and the new 3rd album – newly mixed by David Singleton in 5.1 DTS-HD MA surround & 24/96 hi-res stereo. Both original albums – the original stereo mixes, newly mastered in 24/96 hi-res stereo

A ‘fly on the wall’ audio documentary – ‘Can We Record Tony?’ – taken from Robert Fripp’s own archive cassettes of the 2 guitarists’ original improvisations and conversations, also in 24/96 hi-res

Presented in a 10-panel book-sized digi-sleeve with 16-page booklet including photos & sleeve-notes from new interviews with Andy Summers and Robert Fripp by King Crimson biographer Sid Smith.

Plus a fascinating ‘Tale of the Tapes’ page by David Singleton on how / where the previously unreleased material was recently discovered / sourced.

“The most exquisite moments in music are when you connect with the other players, when you fly, when you touch the spirit and the audience is there with you.” – Andy Summers, One Train Later

Having crossed paths briefly in the ’60s in Bournemouth where Fripp took over Andy’s guitar chair in the band at Bournemouth’s Majestic Hotel, it wasn’t until 1981 – when Summers wrote to Fripp – that the two guitarists would work together.

With King Crimson fresh from recording the now classic album ‘Discipline’ after a considerable break, Fripp was immediate in his response to Summers’s suggestion of working together. And though The Police were busy with the recording and touring of ‘Ghost in the Machine’, the two guitarists somehow managed to find time to experiment, develop and record the first of their two albums.

Whilst “I Advance Masked” showcased the skill and differing guitar techniques of the two players with heavy influence of Fripp’s multi-rhythmic playing evident, their second 1984 album ‘Bewitched’ was a more melodic affair with the inclusion of additional personnel including bassist Chris Childs and Sara Lee, and as Fripp put it, “the album is a lot more Andrew than it is me”.

Almost 40 years later – during plans to reissue the original albums and searching for the original tapes – Summers came across four new tapes in a Los Angeles vault. Not only was most of the original material on those tapes, but a treasure trove of previously unreleased material, early versions, alternative versions of tracks were unearthed.

From that, eleven unreleased tracks were arranged/edited and newly mixed and, along with an alternative take of “Maquillage” and an early slower version of “Parade”, a third mini album titled ‘Mother Hold the Candle Steady’ was created. More previously unreleased tracks such as Balinese and Brainstorm and delights such as an early mix of New Marimba were also discovered by David Singleton in the process of collating and mixing this collection.

In addition, this package includes an audio documentary titled ‘Can We Record Tony?’ which is from a series of cassettes Fripp kept, containing their original exploratory improvisations.

CD 1 – I Advance Masked 
I Advance Masked
Under Bridges Of Silence
China – Yellow Leader
In The Cloud Forest
New Marimba
Girl On A Swing
Hardy Country
The Truth Of Skies
Painting And Dance
Still Point
Lakeland / Aquarelle
Seven On Seven
Stultified

Additional Material:
Brainstorm
New Marimba (Early Mix)
Balinese
Seven On Seven (Reprise)

CD 2 – Bewitched 
Parade
What Kind Of Man Reads Playboy
Begin The Day
Train
Bewitched
Tribe
Maquillage
Guide
Forgotten Steps
Image And Likeness

Additional Material:
Tribe (Original Version)
Maquillage  (Alt Original Mix)

CD 3 – Mother Hold The Candle Steady (Previously Unreleased)
Impudent Prelude
Brainstorm
Tremors
Turkish Kitchen
Skyline
Foi Um Optimo Dia
San Antonio Blues
Mother Hold The Candle Steady
Entropy Pulse
Ninja Acid Dance
Step N’ Fetchit
Maquillage Ii
Parade Ii
Can We Record Tony? (Edit)

Blu-Ray  (All Content In 24/96 Hi-Res)
I Advance Masked – as CD including: new mixes stereo, new mixes surround (also in DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround), original mixes.
Bewitched – as CD including: new mixes stereo, new mixes surround (also in DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround), original mixes.
Mother Hold The Candle Steady – stereo, surround (also in DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround)
Can We Record Tony? (Complete)

With a very different sounding 1980s King Crimson lineup on tour and The Police’s status as one of the biggest acts in the world, it’s unsurprising that an album of guitar duets from Summers/Fripp – despite being as far apart from the concept of ‘guitar hero’ playing as possible to imagine, proved intriguing enough to spend several weeks in the US Billboard 200 charts.

On the multitrack tapes for both “I Advance Masked” and “Bewitched”, there were many unfinished tracks. With ‘Skyline’ and ‘Entropy Pulse’, Fripp (on ‘Skyline’) and Summers (on ‘Entropy Pulse’) had played numerous part-complete solos. According to Singleton, this left him “with the wonderful task, now very simple in a digital world, of making a coherent backing and then combining and switching between the various solos to create the “duets” that you now hear”.

Side A:
I Advance Masked
Under Bridges Of Silence
China – Yellow Leader
In The Cloud Forest
New Marimba
Girl On A Swing

Side B:
Hardy Country
The Truth Of Skies
Painting And Dance
Still Point
Lakeland / Aquarelle
Seven On Seven
Stultified
Entropy Pulse (Previously Unreleased)
Skyline (Previously Unreleased)

*Skyline will be available as a digital single on all DSPs from 31st January 2025
^Entropy Pulse will be available as a digital single on all DSPs from 28th February 2025

Human Impact Announces First U.S. Tour Since 2021 in Support of ‘Gone Dark’

Eric Alper
-
0
Human Impact Announces First U.S. Tour Since 2021 in Support of ‘Gone Dark’

Human Impact, the band featuring members of Unsane (Chris Spencer), Cop Shoot Cop (Jim Coleman), Made Out of Babies (Eric Cooper) and Daughters (Jon Syverson) who Rolling Stone described as “as heavy as a sledgehammer,” have announced their first U.S. tour since 2021, with the foursome heading out this Spring in support of their Ipecac Recordings’ album, Gone Dark.

“In a world gone dark, we’ll be sonically representing our dissent on a quick West Coast tour,” Jim Coleman shares. “This stuff is definitely made to be seen live! Looking forward to playing with CNTS & Cassette Prophet! See you there!”

Gone Dark builds on the foundation of their 2020 debut, capturing the band at its most realized and aggressive. “We were all looking to go with something more raw and aggressive than the previous release,” Spencer explains. “There was a real desire to capture more of what the live performances have been like. With Gone Dark we have arrived at a place where we fully understand who we are as a band.”

Human Impact tour dates:
May 17 Austin, TX Mohawk (Inside Room)
May 20 Tempe, AZ Yucca Tap Room
May 21 Costa Mesa, CA The Wayfarer
May 22 Los Angeles, CA Gold Diggers
May 23 San Francisco, CA Bottom of the Hill
May 24 Portland, OR Mississippi Studios
May 25 Seattle, WA Madame Lou’s (at The Crocodile)

Human Impact European tour dates:
April 17 Paris, FR Petit Bain
April 18 Tilburg, NL Roadburn
April 19 London, UK The Black Heart
April 20 Brussels, BE mag4
April 22 Copenhagen, DK Beta
April 23 Berlin, DE Neue Zukunft
April 24 Warsaw, PL Voodoo
April 25 Brno, CZ Kabinet muz
April 27 Ebensee, AT Kino
April 29 Bern, CH Dachstock
April 30 Bologna, IT Freakout
May 1 Torino, IT El Paso
May 2 Schwenningen, DE MPS Studio
May 3 Besancon, FR La Rodia

Angel Announces 50th Anniversary Tour and Reissue of Their 1975 Debut Album

Eric Alper
-
0
Angel Announces 50th Anniversary Tour and Reissue of Their 1975 Debut Album

DEKO entertainment is excited to bring you the 50th anniversary reissue of the debut Angel album to coincide with the bands 2025 tour that kicks off in March.

Employing a dazzling mix of glam rock, hard rock, and progressive rock, Angel’s outrageous, white-satin-heavy image and equally over-the-top stage shows, making them one of the more colorful arena rock bands of the mid ’70s and early ’80s. Discovered by KISS bass player, Gene Simmons, the group issued their eponymous debut album in 1975, which hewed closer to prog rock than the glam pop that would be on future endeavors like On Earth as It Is in Heaven (1977) and Sinful (1979).

The group released a total of five studio albums and one live album before going their separate ways in 1981. The band officially re-formed in 2019 with original members, Punky Meadows and Frank DiMino, and released their comeback studio effort, Risen, later that October and followed up with Once Upon A Time in 2023.

The group’s self-titled 1975 debut was recorded for Casablanca Records with a line-up comprising Frank DiMino (vocals), Punky Meadows (guitar), Gregg Giuffria (keyboards), Mickie Jones (bass), and Barry Brandt (drums). A heavy slab of heavy pomp rock with lengthy songs featuring the longtime stage favorite “Tower”.

Now to celebrate the 50th Anniversary this classic has been remastered and is being released on both a 6-panel CD digipak and on 180G vinyl in two amazing Limited- Edition Colors with liner notes by journalist Dave Reynolds. There are only 300 of the White-Blue Splatter and 700 of the Black-Blue Swirl available with a limited number of bundles signed by the 4 surviving original members, Frank DiMino, Punky Meadows, Gregg Giuffria, and Barry Brandt.

The current line-up of Angel starts its 50th Anniversary Tour in March and it will continue throughout the year. Watch out for more dates as they are announced.

March 13th – Angel City Music Hall, Manchester, NH
March 14th – The Vault Music Hall, New Bedford, MA
March 15th – The Strand Theater, Hudson Falls, NY
March 19th – The Sellersville Theater, Sellersville, PA
March 22nd – The Wildey Theater, Edwarsdsville, IL
April 19th – The Token Lounge, West Midland, MI
April 22nd – The Winchester, Lakewood, OH
April 26th – The Arcada Theater, St. Charles, IL
June 7th – The Whisky, Hollywood, CA
June 8th – Fulton 55, Fresno, CA
June 9th – Vamp’d, Las Vegas, NV

1...925926927...3,024Page 926 of 3,024

Follow us on Instagram @thatericalper

That Eric Alper

Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

Contact me: eric@thatericalper.com

Popular posts

Popular category

© Copyright - That Eric Alper