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I have been very privileged to have befriended some great people at a new and fresh record company, CARTEL.  This is where it's at for the future of up and coming stars, and one of them took some time out of his day to give me a call:  Really Doe.  Doe's style is so unique and fresh, with strong hooks and flowing lyrics.  He was and still says he is a student of the game, most notably under the tutelage of Kanye West.  Check out the MusicInterviewsNow exclusive interview with Chicago's very own, and be sure to check out his album, First Impressions, available at Best Buy and iTunes.

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It was time I caught up with Sam Loeffler, drummer of Chevelle.  Eight months had gone by since the band last updated me on their new album, Sci-Fi Crimes.  They hadn't yet picked out a name, and they had just finished up in the studio.  Sam caught me up on their new tour plans, which includes select dates with Breaking Benjamin and Sick Puppies, as well as RED.  A couple months back, the band played on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, so of course I had to ask what he thought of Conan O'Brien's ordeal...check out the interview, and make sure you check out Chevelle's tour dates.

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Guitarist Anthony Armstrong of RED discusses the band's second Grammy nomination with Randy of MusicInterviewsNow.com, as well as their current headlining tour, and being endorsed by PRS Guitars.  He also takes the time to answer a few fan questions, and talks about what's next for RED.  Their latest album, Innocence and Instinct is available now!

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On January 19th, LiLA's self-titled debut album drops on iTunes...the band took the time to chat with MusicInterviewsNow to talk about the album, and the blood, sweat, and tears that went into it.  This is a remarkable band, unlike anything you have heard in some time.  Ladies and Gentlemen, Lost in L.A.

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Our interview with Red is scheduled for next Saturday...leave your question(s) with us on the Contact Us page or on our Facebook Discussion tab.

FAMILY FORCE FIVE WRAPS UP A WILDLY SUCCESSFUL 2009

Starting 2010 with Song Chosen for Disney’s “Alice In Wonderland” Movie out March 5^th

 [New York, NY – January 7, 2010] – Electro rockers FAMILY FORCE FIVE are stepping into 2010 with loads of excitement for the auspicious New Year.  With tons of milestones to be excited about this past year, the band is eagerly planning what lies ahead.

 Let’s take a look back at some of the noteworthy successes of 2009:

 The release of “Dance or Die” in 2009 and the remix album “Dance or Die With a Vengeance” has scanned over 100,000 units on the bands Transparent Media Group label, while the “Dance Rawr Dance” and “Christmas Pageant” Fall/Winter tours created over-the-top experiences for hundreds of thousands of fans nationwide.  Those same fans have increased the MySpace friend count to 300,000, 60,000+ on Facebook, and 70,000 Twitter followers – not to mention over 26 MILLION plays to date on MySpace alone!

 In addition, Alternative Press fully embraced Family Force Five this past year with multiple amazing moments including an offer to co-headline the Alternative Press Tour- which sold out 42 markets this past Spring. They were named by AP as one of the “Records to Watch for in 2010” and received numerous nominations/awards in the 2009 Alternative Press Readers Poll including “Best Live Band of 2009” (beating out Blink-182!), #2 Video of the Year with “Dance or Die” (beating out Paramore), and the #2 “B-Side” of 2009 with “Keep The Party Alive” which was featured in an exclusive deal with Target this past Halloween.

 In the UK, Family Force Five SOLD OUT both The Underground and The Academy 3 in London and Manchester respectively, despite never having released an album in the UK! Popular UK magazine Kerrang! was in the audience at one of the shows and was so impressed that they closed out 2009 with an exclusive Family Force 5 photo shoot and full page spread in their 2009 “Introducing the Bands” section.

 AND JUST RECENTLY the group was asked to record for Disney’s “Alice In Wonderland” – directed by Tim Burton – which led to the production of “Topsy Turvy,” a mid-tempo track to be featured on the movie’s soundtrack, which is predicted to be one of the most popular soundtracks of the year.

 It certainly has been a great year for Family Force 5 and the path is paved for an even greater amount of success in the New Year. Let’s just say, Family Force 5 will definitely “Keep the Party Alive” in 2010…

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IT'S YOUR TURN FOR SUCCESS

SCION AND METALINSIDER.NET TEAM UP TO ANNOUNCE THE NO LABEL NEEDED CONTEST AND SERIES

Your band shows tremendous promise. You have accumulated a solid following, written memorable songs, put together a great live show and have real momentum. With help from MetalInsider - including advice from industry professionals including a mentoring session with Shadows Fall and the opportunity to record with super-producer, Machine - you’ll be well on your way to the next level.

The No Label Needed Contest and Series presented by Scion in collaboration with MetalInsider will help one band leave labels behind and take on the industry all on their own.  The series will show readers how it's done, all while helping one special contest-winning band get ahead in a spectacular way.

From 1/18 through 2/1, unsigned acts can submit demo packages at www.metalinsider.net/nolabelneeded.  Twenty finalists will be selected and one winner will be voted on by a panel of label heads, A&R executives, writers, and site readers to win all the help and education they need to become a truly self-sufficient artist without having to sign a traditional record deal.

The winning band will receive a personalized, all-encompassing tutorial focused on the secrets and tips needed to achieve success in the music industry through DIY means of marketing.   Winners will be mentored by the members of Shadows Fall, will record an EP produced by Machine (Lamb of God, Every Time I Die, Suicide Silence), will shop for their stage and photo shoot clothing with Maria Brink (In This Moment) and Blasko (Ozzy) and receive advice from the likes of Ben Weinman of The Dillinger Escape Plan.  Their website will be re-designed, their merch re-imagined and radio and press campaigns mounted to promote their EP by the best in their fields.

The series is not only meant to be a learning experience for one band, it is meant to teach any dedicated musician who wants to learn how to properly market their craft.  Readers will be able to interact with contest partners and contributing musicians and professionals through the site to get some real insight into specific areas of expertise.

For further information, please contact Jamie Roberts (roberts@bigmachinemedia.com) or Leo Lavoro (leo@bigmachinemedia.com) at Big Machine Media at 646-395-2600.

About Scion
Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., was developed with a new generation of youthful buyers in mind.  Scion’s mission is to provide distinctive products, the opportunity to personalize, and an innovative, consumer-driven process at the retail level.  The Scion brand features three groundbreaking models with a wide array of standard features: the xD urban subcompact five-door, the iconic xB urban utility vehicle, and the tC sports coupe.  The brand often applies new practices in all aspects of its business and pushes the creativity envelope with non-traditional advertising and marketing to engage young consumers. Scion also supports originality through its programs in the artistic community.  For more information, visit www.scion.com.

About MetalInsider.net
MetalInsider.net is a metal music industry blog, reporting news, gossip and analysis from every aspect of the metal biz. Metal Insider explains and analyzes everything from record deals to marketing strategies to weekly record sales and radio charts.

It was a sad day for me when Mancow's Morning Madhouse went off the air...not because of Mancow himself, but because of his staff...I always wondered who was behind the funny ass voices, and where that crew went.  Well, after following closely to the Chicago radio and music scene, I have finally found him.  Some of you may already know this, but I guess I didn't look hard enough.  Abe Kanan was the man behind Magellon, Philthy Gumz, Dexter W. Montgomery, Friggin Pete and his cigarette, and a host of others.  Check out Abe at his website, and check out his weekly podcast.  He is still doing the phone scams, and has his own crew...funny as hell!

From MusicInterviewsNow.com, we wish only the best to the band and the family of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan.

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Take a look at our very first interview...Theory of a Deadman.  This was a great way to start off our site, and get a sneak peak at a band before they took over the rock scene for the better part of a year.

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THE HOLIDAYS BRING MORE OPTION PARALYSIS

THE DETAILS BECOME CLEAR ON THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN’S UPCOMING ALBUM

Morris Plains, NJ – (December 15, 2009)– Critically acclaimed rockers, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, are readying the debut of OPTION PARALYSIS, their first release for their brand new label PARTY SMASHER INC / SEASON OF MIST. The opus, recorded in Orange County, CA with longtime collaborator / producer Steve Evetts (The Used, Glassjaw, Every Time I Die) , will be officially available on March 23, 2010.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN ‘s previous work has been praised nearly universally by press worldwide “If you really want to know (their) songs,” says The New York Times “…you have to listen repeatedly and concentrate” calling them “extreme musical craft.”

Song titles announced thus far have been “Good Neighbor,” “Farewell, Mona Lisa,” “Crystal Morning” and “Gold Teeth On A Bum.” One of the latest titles put forth is “I Wouldn’t If You Didn’t” which guitarist Ben Weinman says was “…one of the last we wrote for the record. It starts out pretty typical Dillinger but then takes you to places we have never gone before.” Another is “A Room Full Of Eyes,” which Weinman dubs a favorite and “one of the most intense songs we’ve ever written.”

The band’s holiday message to fans was recorded while on tour with THURSDAY in the Midwest and can be found featured on the band’s YOUTUBE channel. The last couple of dates the band is playing live in 2009 will be December 29^th with GOGOL BORDELLO in NYC at Webster Hall and December 30^th in NJ with THURSDAY and GLASSJAW at Starland Ballroom.

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CHEVELLE Set to Release Second Single

“Letter From A Thief” Off Sci-Fi Crimes

New Video to Debut on VEVO December 18^th

 2010 Winter Tour to Kick Off February 4^th

 New York, NY- Multi-platinum recording artists Chevelle are proud to announce the release of “Letter From A Thief” as the second single off their new album Sci-Fi Crimes.  Chevelle debuted “Letter From A Thief” on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon while it hit radio on December 8^th as the follow-up to their extremely successful single “Jars”. After just wrapping up the fall Sci-Fi Crimes Tour, Chevelle are excited to hit the road again this winter in support of “Letter From A Thief” kicking off on February 4^th, 2010 in Erie, PA and covering 12 cities across the US wrapping up the first leg in their hometown of Chicago on February 20^th, 2010.

 Acclaimed director P.R. Brown (Mötley Crüe, Korn, Godsmack) has brought his creative vision to the video for “Letter From A Thief” by filming the band with a new experimental format that he created to express the intensity of the song in a whole new way. He states, “I want to shed the typical cliché’s of how to capture a performance and push this piece into an art form.” By using a groundbreaking technique with multiple handheld HD cameras, P.R. Brown’s vision for “Letter From A Thief” will highlight the beautiful musical and emotional layers of the song.  Chevelle shot the video on November 30^th and it will make its debut this Friday, December 18^th on VEVO.  

 The Chicago-based band recently released their highly-anticipated 5^th studio album Sci-Fi Crimes on August 31^st. The album debuted at #6 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart marking the highest chart debut in the band’s history.  The first single off of the album, “Jars”, has continued the bands incredible 10-year streak of dominating modern rock radio.  The song marks Chevelle’s 10^th hit to attain Top 20 status at radio where it shot to the #2 spot on the Active Rock Chart.  The radio success for “Jars” was amplified by its extensive video exposure on Fuse, MTV2 and MTVu.  With over 3 million albums sold in the US and over 900 shows played- Chevelle has proven that they are the face of modern rock today.

For more information on Chevelle please visit: www.chevelleinc.com

CHEVELLE WINTER TOUR DATES:

2/04/2010      Erie, PA                     Tulio Arena

2/05/2010      Albany, NY                 Washington Avenue Armory

2/06/2010      Philadelphia, PA       Wachovia Center

2/09/2010      New York, NY             Irving Plaza

2/10/2010      Providence, RI           Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel

2/12/2010      Philadelphia, PA       Electric Factory

2/15/2010      Columbus, OH           Lifestyles Communities Pavilion

2/16/2010      Royal Oak, MI            Royal Oak Music Theatre

2/17/2010      Fort Wayne, IN           Piere’s

2/19/2010      Indianapolis, IN          Egyptian Room        

2/20/2010      Chicago, IL                Riviera Theatre

New Album dropping on iTunes January 12, 2010!

Danny Klein (vocals, piano, synthesizer)

Eddie Deering (guitar, keys, programming)

Jeremy Webster (bass)

Bryan Walker (drums)

Interview coming soon!

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December started off on a great foot with a refreshing call from the front woman of the hard rock band: Picture Me Broken.  Layla Allman (yes, that's right...an Allman) took the time to give me a call and discuss their EP, Dearest, I'm So Sorry.  We also got to touch on the fact that she's only 16 and living it up, has played with the likes of Linkin Park, and the fact that they even won a VMA. 

Kevin from TRANSMIT NOW hit me up this weekend and filled me in on TEST, TEST, which was released in August in anticipation to their new album that is scheduled for an early 2010 release.  We also chatted about sharing the stage with Framing Hanley, Anberlin, as well as drunk Canadians!

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Once Upon a Lie dropped in October, and Tony Rebis from The Sunstreak filled me in on it.  We talked about their experiences on the Warped Tour, playing with Daughtry, and their latest high school tour...