** 8 Pints In | Issue #47 - Altsounds Label Armoury **
**The Altsounds Concentrate | Monday 1st February 2010**
As usual we have some big news for you MR & MRS reader. Altsounds is
completely over excited about the announcement of Bleed Electric's
debut single into the music world. Our very own Chris "MUG5" Maguire
is the brains behind the project and has been working so hard that he
doesn't even have time to polish his shoes. The double A-side single
"The Last Night of 1989 / XII Special Weapons and Tactics" is set for
blast off today, February 2nd 2010 - and it's a beast.
SUPPORT THE CAUSE. CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BLEED ELECTRIC SINGLE FROM
ITUNES NOW.
<http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/the-last-night-of-1989-ep/id348354399>
Don;t have itunes? CLICK HERE to buy from AMAZON.
<http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0031Z1O9C/believe-20/>
Now that is big enough news in itself, but check this. The release of
Bleed Electric's debut sees the official launch of Altsounds Records.
Yes you've got it, we have an Altsounds record label arm and we are
tremendously pumped into the new year with devastating ammo. It's
gonna be a monster.
This is the next big step for Altsounds.com and we can't thank
everyone involved enough for believing in true musical opinions. Those
opinions matter to us/you and we have faith in our tastemakers. Good
news for any reviewers out there too, we have some intern slots
available, so get in touch!
This weeks 8 Pints is as follows...
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Music Reviewers Wanted
Altsounds.com is quickly becoming the most trusted musical
taste-making resource. Think of us as a musical sieve. We make sure
the shit music goes down the drain ensuring only the most quality
bands get noticed. Our review team are not scared to knock a band off
their pedestal whilst at the same time they are equally not afraid of
elevating a band to super stardom. This is where you come in. We are
seeking taste-makers in all the alternative genres. By alternative we
mean "alternative to the mainstream". Taste-makers with a love for all
genres are urged to apply.
1. If you own over 100 vinyl records we want you.
2. If you spend more than 100 Pounds a month on music we want you
3. If you produce music we want you.
4. If you can review musical equipment we want you.
5. If you can identify which band in 10 are the best we want you.
6. If you can easily distinguish between musical quality and musical
crap we want you.
7. If you enjoyed the way this was written we want you.
Looking forward to hearing from you all.
APPLY HERE
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Our top rated Album, Single of the week ...
Rob Zombie - Hellbilly Deluxe 2
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114259-rob-zombie-hellbilly-deluxe-2-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114259-rob-zombie-hellbilly-deluxe-2-album.html>
91%
With baited breath, the "Hellbilly Deluxe" spins furiously and with a
whispering, airy introduction, a chilling feeling fills the air as a
skull-crushing guitar riff shows no mercy. For a moment I was tempted
to call Mr.Zombie Robert, but have quickly decided against this as his
undeniably authoritative vocal line retorts ‘ALL HAIL, Jesus
Frankenstein.’ This is exactly how I anticipated this album to begin
and in doing so, it sets the precedent for the remainder of the album.
Every part of 'Jesus Frankenstein' represents an exquisite
understanding for the art of music writing and production; a lesson
for all in the space of five minutes and twenty seconds. Take note,
Rob Zombie is in town.
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114259-rob-zombie-hellbilly-deluxe-2-album.html>
Living Dead Lights - Living Dead Lights
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114278-living-dead-lights-living-dead-lights-mini-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114278-living-dead-lights-living-dead-lights-mini-album.html>
94%
Despite the fact that some of the tracks are quite short, there is a
large amount of creativity infused into the 15 minute album and this
is no mean feat as some bands fail to make the grade with a release
lasting up to one hour. In the case of Living Dead Lights, it is
quality over quantity and they are definitely a band to keep an eye
out for in the future!
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114278-living-dead-lights-living-dead-lights-mini-album.html>
No-Man - Returning/Mixtaped
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114325-no-man-returning-mixtaped-dvd.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114325-no-man-returning-mixtaped-dvd.html>
94%
Both parts of this double disc DVD are worth it from hardcore fan to
novice as, while the documentary gives a very concise view of the band
it also helps explain the history without getting too complicated. As
an aside, the reason why Steven doesn’t do publicity for No-Man is
that he believes it’s more Tim’s project than his in that regard).
The Returning/Mixtaped DVD is highly recommended for a true experience
of music in general.
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114325-no-man-returning-mixtaped-dvd.html>
The Joy Formidable - First You Have to Get Mad
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114396-the-joy-formidable-first-you-have-to-get-mad-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114396-the-joy-formidable-first-you-have-to-get-mad-album.html>
89%
I'll indulge myself here. I've seen The Joy Formidable more than a
few times, and it's fair that you get that declaration of interest. I
first stumbled across them in the modern way and that
prompted me to see them playing to a handful of people in a bar in
North Wales a year and a half ago. They had me by the nuts from the
instant I heard them live. That massive wall of sound, grunge but not
in that old depressive way, happy punk if you like, these are one
impressive live band. That is their metier, the place to best
experience them has got to be sweating in front of a stage, although
their studio output is right up there too.
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114396-the-joy-formidable-first-you-have-to-get-mad-album.html>
Fallen Martyr - The Six Roots of True Will
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114356-fallen-martyr-the-six-roots-of-true-will-ep.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114356-fallen-martyr-the-six-roots-of-true-will-ep.html>
89%
Within 30 seconds of playing the first track 'Like a Sinking
Feeling,' it is clear to see that these guys have skills. Packed into
this small window you are treated to some tasty double pedal work, a
synthesizer line more epic than Mel Gibson's freedom speech from
Braveheart and some terrifying guitar skills that culminate in some
absolutely ri-cock-ulous sweep picking. The impressive fret wanking
does not end here, Gabriel Luis has crammed this EP full of solid
licks. Dish-licious!
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114356-fallen-martyr-the-six-roots-of-true-will-ep.html>
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An advisory “listen at your own risk†comes attached to these
releases. Altsounds is not afraid to speak it’s mind.
Prairie Cat - It Began / Ended with Sparks
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114354-prairie-cat-it-began-ended-with-sparks-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114354-prairie-cat-it-began-ended-with-sparks-album.html>
20%
Every so often though, a tiny ray of potential arises: something
surprising and new presents itself and the heart leaps â€" maybe,
after all, this album does have something to set it apart? In more
able hands 'It Began/Ended With Sparks' and 'Sun Away' could have been
developed into something genuinely original, as could the least
tedious but still mind-numbing 'Just Cuz'. No, this album is going
no-where except recycling.
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114354-prairie-cat-it-began-ended-with-sparks-album.html>
We listen to pretty much everything under the sun @ Altsounds. Read
the latest 10 reviews below.
Animal Collective - Campfire Songs (Reissue)
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114442-animal-collective-campfire-songs-reissue-ep.html>
Saxon Shore - It Doesn’t Matter
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114423-saxon-shore-it-doesn-t-matter-album.html>
Off The International Radar - Hot Lips
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114402-off-the-international-radar-hot-lips-ep.html>
Shabby Rogue - My Life As a Secret Agent
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114401-shabby-rogue-my-life-as-a-secret-agent-single.html>
The Joy Formidable - First You Have to Get Mad
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114396-the-joy-formidable-first-you-have-to-get-mad-album.html>
Black Soul Strangers - Lies
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114393-black-soul-strangers-lies-single.html>
Allegro - City Lights
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114386-allegro-city-lights-single.html>
The Summer Set - Love Like This
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114382-the-summer-set-love-like-this-album.html>
Paulo Nutini - 10/10
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114380-paulo-nutini-10-10-single.html>
Twin Tigers - Grey Waves
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114370-twin-tigers-grey-waves-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/>
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Speaking with some of the finest artists of today about their work,
goings on and private matters you all want to know about.
Oceansize
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114416-the-lowdown-oceansize.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114416-the-lowdown-oceansize.html>
"We can't agree on a name. Mark wants to call it 'Toilet' as the
control room was formally 3 cubicles until we knocked it through.
Personally, I think any axe-grinding critic reading our liner notes
will have his/her review written for them when they see we made our
record in 'The Toilet'. Myself, I prefer to call it 'Egg' cos the glue
we used smells all eggy and makes me hungry."
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114416-the-lowdown-oceansize.html>
Lacuna Coil
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114441-the-lowdown-andrea-ferro-of-lacuna-coil.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114441-the-lowdown-andrea-ferro-of-lacuna-coil.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114441-the-lowdown-andrea-ferro-of-lacuna-coil.html>
"NO, BECAUSE WE TALK ABOUT OUR LIFE AND OUR EXPERIENCES AND THIS IS
SOMETHING WE LIVE AND LEARN EVERY DAY. ALBUM AFTER ALBUM WE FIGURE OUT
HOW TO SHARE OUR FEELINGS WITH THE PEOPLE WITH MORE FOCUS AND THEY
REWARD US BY SINGING THE WORDS WITH US. WE ARE PEOPLE IN CONSTANT
EVOLUTION AND UNTIL WE DON'T HAVE THE FORCE TO GO ON AS A UNIT WE WILL
HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY."
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114441-the-lowdown-andrea-ferro-of-lacuna-coil.html>
Frank Turner
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114385-the-lowdown-frank-turner.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114385-the-lowdown-frank-turner.html?highlight=frank+turner>
"Graham and the sound guy came backstage after the
show pretty much in tears just saying that he’s been touring for 25
years and he was like "I’ve never done a show like that before." We
all came off stage and everyone was a bit shell shocked actually. We
all just sat in the dressing room and we were like “What the fuck
just happened?†That was cool and I’m really just looking forward
to Shepard’s Bush Empire."
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114385-the-lowdown-frank-turner.html>
Ash
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114206-the-lowdown-ash.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114206-the-lowdown-ash.html>
"Yes there is truth in that. That happened in a dressing room in LA
and it went very wrong. Precise details won't be expanded upon, real
or purely psychosomatic it wasn't pleasant. The actual footage was
wiped from the camera and it's best forgotten."
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/features/114206-the-lowdown-ash.html>
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Covering the latest bands and artists playing at a venue near you.
Wildhearts - Antiproduct - The Loyalties @ O2 Islington Academy
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114273-wildhearts-antiproduct-the-loyalties-o2-islington-academy-live.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114273-wildhearts-antiproduct-the-loyalties-o2-islington-academy-live.html>
There’s so much I would like to hear that is left out, it’s a
support slot after all, but they make up for it with a surprise that
blows the audience away: it’s astounding, time is fleeting, madness
takes its toll... It’s just a jump to the left... and then a step to
the riiiiight!! Let’s do ‘The Time Warp’ again! A big smile
painted on a huge condom over his face and a giant crab on top of his
head, Alex turns Dr. Frank-n-Furter for a final party that leaves us
wanting more. How long will we have to wait this time?
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/reviews/114354-prairie-cat-it-began-ended-with-sparks-album.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/>
What!?! Free stuff! Yes please. Get your mitts on the coolest stuff.
Remember to sign up for an Altsounds account to get full access to all
our competitions!
Pretty Lights Ticket/T-shirt giveaway
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114216-pretty-lights-ticket-t-shirt-giveaway.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114216-pretty-lights-ticket-t-shirt-giveaway.html>
Courtesy of our friends in Outpost Media we are giving away a chance
to catch one of the rising stars of 2010 in Pretty Lights by offering
you the chance to win not just a pair of tickets to the Oxford Academy
gig on the 12th February but a chance to win a T-shirt!
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114216-pretty-lights-ticket-t-shirt-giveaway.html>
HARDCORE SUPERSTAR tickets and posters giveaway!
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114065-hardcore-superstar-tickets-and-posters-giveaway.html>
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114065-hardcore-superstar-tickets-and-posters-giveaway.html>
Swedish hellraisers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR will be hitting the UK this
month with a full tour, following their successful slot at Download
Festival. Here's your chance to see them for free with a friend and
take home an original tour poster!
<http://hangout.altsounds.com/contests-and-competitions/114065-hardcore-superstar-tickets-and-posters-giveaway.html>
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