tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74943020257116245392012-01-14T12:25:07.875ZDieshellsuit.co.uk Music Magazine BlogThe blog for Die Shellsuit, Die! - an online music magazine and community covering all things alternative and a little in between too.
See the main site for reviews of films, music, gigs, interviews, competitions and post your thoughts in our forums.dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.comBlogger5392125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-28015862417107145702011-12-18T08:29:00.001Z2011-12-18T08:29:41.781Z2011-12-18T08:29:41.781ZNews - THE CHAPMAN FAMILY - NOVEMBER OFFENSIVE TOUR<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6152'>View The Article</a><p>"Remember remember the fifth of November Gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason should ever be forgot.<br> <br> This November in homage to the legendary plot of 1605 we will be waging war with the leaders of this country and all the apathetic zombies who have allowed them to fuck us into the gutter. We are declaring a state of artistic emergency from within the "music industry" where creativity, relevance and integrity have been replaced by the banal, the pointless and the derivative. We are raising our colours and heading once more into the breach and seeking out those of you who like us can't relate to the man sitting at the head of the nations table making decisions that neither help nor represent us or to the artists who claim to be like us and speak for us. Fuck them. This is our opening salvo, our November Offensive. It is a statement of intent and it is just the beginning.<br> <br> The riots this August proved that if enough people can be mobilised under an ideal then they cannot be stopped. Whether the reasons for the violence and rage felt in our capital and throughout this country were righteous or not is irrelevant, it's the motivational message that matters. It's a message that resonated deep within us and it's the message that has inspired us. We have always striven to be a band that stood for something, to be a band where the word dissonance wasn't just used as a description of our sound, to be a band that were never afraid to say what we really felt and to never compromise or sell out our integrity. Now more than ever we feel capable of living up to what we always hoped we could be. We're tighter, leaner and more focused than we have ever been. We have two new family members who share our anger at the present and our hopefulness and optimism for the future. We are reverting back to the DIY ideals that built this band and are taking control of our own destiny.<br> <br> Just as the plot of 1605 has resonated forever through history so too will this tour resonate forever through our history. It will be remembered as the time we stood up and spoke out against the injustices that we live through in this country every day, against the prejudices of our government and the grinning, flaccid cunt in charge, against the cuts to our public sector which have forced unemployment up to its highest level in 15 years, against the bible bashers and crazed anti-abortionists who want to take away the right of choice from the women of this country, against the openly racist and xenophobic beliefs of organisations like the EDL and the BNP and against the dumbing down and commoditization of art. We have a voice and we intend to use it and we urge you to do the same. Once more into the breach dear friends." (TCF) <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-2801586241710714570?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/BsWgZD44QZ4" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/12/news-chapman-family-november-offensive.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-71485657092109453202011-08-23T21:21:00.001+01:002011-08-23T21:21:03.763+01:002011-08-23T21:21:03.763+01:00News - Turbonegro reunite and are set to play Supersonic 2011<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6149'>View The Article</a><p>Big news came our way recently when the self-proclaimed "Third-biggest Formula Rock Band in the World" Turbonegro returned with news of a brand new front-man, Tony Sylvester. It has been a whirlwind few weeks ever since, having returned to the stage at the annual Turbojugend Fan Club Convention in Hamburg on Friday July 15, after a two year hiatus to the roaring approval of their denim-clad fans. <br> <br> Now, Supersonic have ensnared the almighty Kings Of Deathpunk for a UK exclusive headline performance at the festival. Bringing all the glam, good tunes and great vibes (and hopefully hordes of denim-clad followers) we couldn’t be more excited! <br> <br> The line up includes, Tony Sylvester aka The Duke Of Nothing (Vocals), Happy Tom (Bass), Euroboy (Guitar), Pål Pot Pamparius (Keys/Guitar), Tommy Manboy (Drums/Percussion) and Rune Rebellion (Guitar). Tony Sylvester comments on playing the festival:<br> <br> " I was so chuffed that Lisa and Jenny asked Turbonegro to headline Supersonic and that the first show with the new line up in the UK will be there. Not only are they the best promoters in the UK, but I’ve been lucky enough to have been involved with the festival itself since its second year: announcing bomb threats, swimming in the fountains, playing Northern Soul, arguing on panels, you name it. This will be the first time I’ve actually played there however!"<br> <br> For more information you can visit www.turbonegro.com, or https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Turbonegro/160527554015654 and follow them on twitter @TurbonegroHQ.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-7148565709210945320?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/o4zmZZYtMzI" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/08/news-turbonegro-reunite-and-are-set-to.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-46237489054119712942011-08-21T12:12:00.003+01:002011-08-21T12:12:32.390+01:002011-08-21T12:12:32.390+01:00News - JOHNNY GET THE GUN - NEW SINGLE & TOUR<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6148'>View The Article</a><p>UNSTOPPABLE BRIT-ROCK UPSTARTS CONTINUE THEIR ASCENT <br> WITH A UK TOUR, NEW SINGLE AND FORTHCOMING DEBUT ALBUM!<br> <br> Fast-rising Essex crew 'Johnny Get The Gun' are undoubtedly on the rise. Packing tantalizing hooks and frenetic energy, the hard-working quartet are quickly gaining new fans throughout the UK for their highly engaging anthemic guitar rock and admirable work ethic. The power-rockers garnered critical acclaim from their recently released self-titled mini album and EP, where they racked up impressive wordage from the likes of Kerrang!, Rocksound, Big Cheese magazine and Powerplay, strong radio airplay from BBC Radio and XFM, and TV play from Kerrang! TV, Scuzz and Lava TV. The industrious Londoners continue their climb through the ranks with a brand new single 'Take It', produced by John Mitchell (Enter Shikari, You Me At Six, Funeral For A Friend) and a supporting UK Tour that kicks off in Manchester on 21st October; please see below for full details.<br> <br> JOHHNY GET THE GUN<br> UK TOUR - OCTOBER 2011<br> <br> 21st October, Manchester Roadhouse.<br> Office Tel: 0161 237 9789. 8 Newton Street, Piccadilly, Manchester, M12AN. Capacity 200.<br> <br> 22nd October, 02 Academy Birmingham 3. <br> Tel: 0121 622 8250. O2 Academy 3 Birmingham, 16-18 Horsefair, Bristol Street, B1 1DB. Capacity 250.<br> <br> 27th October, 02 Academy Oxford 2.<br> Tel: 01865 813 500. O2 Academy 2 Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, OX4 1UE. Capacity 436.<br> <br> 28th October, 02 Academy Islington 2.<br> Tel: 020 7288 4400. O2 Academy 2 Islington, N1 Centre, 16 Parkfield Street, Islington, London, N1 0PS. Capacity 250.<br> <br> Never ones to rest on their laurels, JGTG also have a full length album in the works, which is set to be unleashed early 2012. Aided with a dramatic increase in fanbase served by extensive touring and widespread DIY promotion, Johnny Get The Gun are set to carve their place alongside fellow UK's Brit-rock rising powerhouses. <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-4623748905411971294?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/TlwNZTX3hQc" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/08/news-johnny-get-gun-new-single-tour.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-89846963815805270112011-08-21T12:12:00.001+01:002011-08-21T12:12:22.232+01:002011-08-21T12:12:22.232+01:00News - STUNNING NEW BRISTOL REGAEE COMP!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6147'>View The Article</a><p>The Bristol Reggae Explosion Vol 2 - The 80's<br> Released 17th October 2011<br> <br> Following the critical and commercial success of "The Bristol Reggae Explosion 1978 - 1983" Bristol Archive Records have dug even deeper into the city’s reggae heritage for the follow-up, "Bristol Reggae Explosion Volume 2 - The 1980s". This time we continue our quest not only with a selection of rarities, but with several tracks that have never been previously released, by popular demand Volume 2 also comes with greater dub content.<br> <br> Bristol’s top roots exponents Black Roots feature once more, "The Father" is a prime example of their early roots style. Whilst "Pin In The Ocean" shows the later more commercial sound they adopted in collaboration with the Mad Professor, both tracks can also be found on the label’s "Black Roots The Reggae Singles Anthology", a career spanning overview.<br> <br> Bunny Marrett wrote Black Roots’ "Bristol Rock", the opening track on Volume 1 so it’s only appropriate and with great pleasure that we include his sole vinyl outing, the very scarce "Times Are Getting Harder", a great slice of UK roots. When it comes to scarcity there were reputedly just 200 copies pressed of "Robin Hoods Of The Ghetto" by Cool Runnings, we believe it deserves a much wider audience.<br> <br> The Radicals, 3-D Production and Joshua Moses will be familiar to those who have Volume 1 and return with more of the same. The Joshua Moses track is previously unreleased and appears here thanks to the detective work of Mike Darby. Another unreleased track we’ve managed to uncover is Alfred McIntosh’s "Wicked Dub" a 7 minute workout that helps give this release a greater dub flavour.<br> <br> The mid part of the decade is represented by Zapp Stereo’s appropriately titled "Way Out West" and Lord John Hutchinson’s "Little Eyes". Both tracks are previously unreleased. The albums closing track is Dan Ratchett’s "Raggamuffin Girl". Recorded in 1989 it perfectly sums up the way Reggae music started to change direction. Dan was an ever present part of the Bristol scene in the late eighties and nineties and hopefully this will be the first of many tracks we get to license for future releases.<br> <br> Rather than discuss all the tracks in detail we’ve left a few surprises for the listener to discover for themselves, but you can be sure that this release builds on the strengths of Volume 1 and explores the Bristol scene in far more depth. Hopefully it shows how the live, band based scene at the start of the decade evolved to be more solo artist based a few years later. This sowed the seeds for the explosion in studio based production companies that were just around the corner, the two volumes compliment each other perfectly, roll on Volume 3!<br> <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-8984696381580527011?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/IeaobVHcA_o" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/08/news-stunning-new-bristol-regaee-comp.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-73749303714665415702011-07-28T20:17:00.003+01:002011-07-28T20:17:48.923+01:002011-07-28T20:17:48.923+01:00News - FEUD - BONECRUSHING DEBUT ALBUM & UK TOUR!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6145'>View The Article</a><p>’...one of the best unsigned British modern rock bands around...’ - Fireworks Magazine<br> <br> Hailing from the South of England, Feud spit out highly alluring tuneage that meshes the hard-hitting delivery of Nirvana (ala Bleach era) with the song-writing sensibilities of Weezer. Quite rightly, Feud have gained wide recognition for their energetic and noose-tight live performances. The engaging riff monsters are now set to push the envelope further in the shape of their stunning debut album 'Waterdog', out 19th September 2011.<br> <br> The band marks its earliest origins in the country of South Africa, where brothers Greg & Guy Combrinck began work on songs that would eventually make their way across continents to land in the UK and become the framework for Feud. Setting about to put a band together, the Combrinck brothers hunted for members with a kindred passion and intent. After a relentless search, Ian Harper (Guitars/Vocals) and Tom Syrett (Bass) were brought into the fold, and quickly proved their worth, impressing their own footprint into the band's already accomplished sound. <br> <br> During the past four years, Feud have cut their teeth playing a host of shows throughout the UK, sharing stages with everyone from Bad Manners, Cancer Bats, Young Guns, Jettblack and Days In December. Along the way, the band picked up critical praise and rave reviews for their debut release, the four-track EP "Out From The Inside." The record was sculpted at Outhouse Studios (Funeral for a Friend, Enter Shikari) and racked up solid worldwide sales. Praise for the EP release, along with Feud's captivating live performances, earned the band a place on the 2007 Reading Festival bill, as well as an appearance on the BBC Three Channel. <br> <br> Taking their influence from a variety of artists ranging from U2 to Nirvana, but most notably Stone Sour and Foo Fighters, Feud distil and break their music down into something that's both honest and all-encompassing on impact. The dynamic four-piece have now pooled their sound to tape and set loose their greatly anticipated debut full length album 'Waterdog' this September. The record instantly marks its arrival, packing a hefty blow to the senses. Rammed with blistering guitar riffs, crushing rhythms and contagious rock anthems, 'Waterdog' is a truly honest and potent modern rock record. Everything is now in place for the rising riff-slingers to fight for their place as one of the truly exciting bands of 2011! <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-7374930371466541570?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/HgY9wBD8LVk" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/07/news-feud-bonecrushing-debut-album-uk.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-56573550819309773882011-07-28T20:17:00.001+01:002011-07-28T20:17:35.160+01:002011-07-28T20:17:35.160+01:00News - EWLB - RISING UK CREW RELEASE EXPLOSIVE DEBUT ALBUM!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6146'>View The Article</a><p>EVERYTHING WE LEFT BEHIND<br> <br> â?oWarped Tour disciples have a new name to check for. 3/5â? Kerrang!<br> <br> â?oThe punk sound of Florida can certainly be heard in EWLB. 7/10â? RockSound<br> <br> Bristol punk-rockers â?~Everything We Left Behindâ?T are back and primed for ascension with their killer debut album â?~Our Ears Are Bleedingâ?T, out Monday 3rd October through all digital outlets. Rampant sweat-box touring will also follow suitâ?¦â?¦â?¦<br> <br> You would think that after 6 years of various line-up changes, back-stabbing friends, and copious amounts of money problems, it would be enough for any band to throw in the towel; Everything We Left Behind have done just the opposite. Instead of cracking under the pressure, the industrious quartet have galvanised the gusto to push through, managing to create a brotherhood-like bond within the ranks. Sparking glowing comparisons to Captain Everything and US punk legends NOFX, Everything We Left Behind pack together a crafty tunesmith approach with a sincere and energetic delivery.<br> <br> Since the turn of the year EWLB have been locked in the recording studio hammering down cuts for their debut full length, entitled â?~Our Ears Are Bleedingâ?T. True to punk rock form, the energetic upstarts recorded the album with real sincerity; it is raw, honest, and sculpted with minimal takes. Just as punk should be. The band have emerged with a stunning debut album that is even faster and even more emotive than their highly-acclaimed debut EP â?~Pull Back and Goâ?T, which racked up impressive national press from Kerrang! and Big Cheese through to RockSound and Black Velvet magazine. <br> <br> â?~Our Ears Are Bleedingâ?T kicks off with an explosive opener in the shape of â?oGenericaâ?, which springs wildly from the traps beating anyone in earshot into submission. The cut is a potent slab of captivating high velocity punk rock that suitably kicks off proceedings. Next up is the exhilaratingly pacey â?oGuillotineâ? which barrels over you like a ferocious bullet train, threatening to fly off the tracks. From top to tail, EWLB have nailed down a genuinely breath catching record that is fast and furious and will easily draw fans through its euphorically hypnotic pull.<br> <br> Everything We Left Behind do not create music for their parents or for the radio. They do not churn out money-fueled, over-produced â?obubble-gum rockâ?. They spit out engaging punk-rock that is real and gritty. They may lose the marketing or advertising fight, but they will go down fighting all the wayâ?¦..<br> <br> www.facebook.com/everythingweleftbehind www.youtube.com/ewlbband<br> <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-5657355081930977388?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/xmEvopESeMY" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/07/news-ewlb-rising-uk-crew-release.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-10633186652204059822011-06-09T18:50:00.001+01:002011-06-09T18:50:02.513+01:002011-06-09T18:50:02.513+01:00News - BLACK ROOTS RELEASE ALBUM!!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6144'>View The Article</a><p>BLACK ROOTS<br> 'The Reggae Singles Anthology'<br> Released 5th September 2011.<br> <br> Double Vinyl LP - Limited Edition Pressing with <br> Insert plus Deluxe Edition CD/DVD and Download<br> <br> Thirty years after they released their first four track EP Black Roots’ singles output is finally showcased on "Black Roots - The Reggae Singles Anthology". Released on September 5th, by Bristol Archive Records in collaboration with Nubian Records this 16 track album spans the band’s creative peak of the 1980s.<br> <br> Black Roots were Bristol’s leading exponents of reggae, constantly touring throughout the UK and Europe. They also managed to release a steady stream of LPs and singles mostly on their own Nubian label. Now for the first time the majority of those singles are brought together on a single CD and limited double vinyl LP.<br> The music includes all of their key early singles, their first EP in its entirety, the three track follow up, the original single mix of "The Frontline" from the BBC series of the same name and later releases such as their collaborations with the Mad Professor.<br> <br> This release wouldn’t have been possible without the full support of the Band’s own label, Nubian Records, who have allowed us free reign of their archives, the result being a 16 page booklet to accompany the CD that is packed full of previously unpublished photos of the band, the limited double vinyl issue comes with a similarly illustrated LP size insert.<br> <br> As if a 16 track selection of some of the finest UK reggae wasn’t enough the initial run of CDs have an added bonus, the first DVD issue of the impossible to find "Celebration". A great live show from 1986, recorded at the Bristol Studio and previously only available on the original self financed video cassette issue. Taken directly from the video master this performance catches the band in fine form, joined by a horn section that includes the legendary Vin Gordon on Trombone the ten tracks are evenly split between their then pending "All Day All Night" album and their earlier more roots orientated material. Seeing them on stage 25 years ago really brings home how versatile the band were. Fortunately the original line-up of Black Roots reformed last year and with plenty of gigs in the pipeline everyone will be able to experience their live shows again.<br> <br> As is usual Bristol Archive Records have paid meticulous attention to detail and, not only do you get a selection of great music, sleeve notes, a booklet packed with great photos, and a bonus live DVD, but we truly believe the music has never sounded so good on CD.<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-1063318665220405982?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/lqEaZ4yq0HI" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/06/news-black-roots-release-album.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-86338326734429313792011-06-09T18:49:00.003+01:002011-06-09T18:49:54.367+01:002011-06-09T18:49:54.367+01:00News - THE JUNK - KILLER DEBUT ALBUM AND MORE SHOWS!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6143'>View The Article</a><p>Brighton Beach ska-punkers 'the Junk' unleash their hotly anticipated debut full length album "Problem. Reaction. Solution." on 12th September 2011 through 12 Step and available from all digital stores. In support of their upcoming record launch, the energetic posse <br> also undertake further UK and European shows to follow.<br> <br> With a host of influences spanning from 60's soul legend 'Sam Cooke' and 80's pop merchants 'Men at Work', right through to fellow UK ska-nuts 'Capdown', the Junk spew out alluring original ska-core punk fueled with political rage and wit. Boasting skanking guitars and enticing dub bass grooves that cross swords with jack hammer beats and earnest melodies, the band forge a sound that will undeniably bear its mark! <br> <br> Since their inception back in 2008, the Junk have built a sturdy live reputation for their hard working ethos and fantastic live shows, and have played numerous shows throughout mainland Europe and the UK. Along the way, the animated punksters have played shows with the likes of Capdown, Big D and the Kids Table, Catch 22, the Skints, Random Hand, Citizen Fish, and Rentokill. To cap this, the frenetic eight-piece are prepared to announce a full UK and European tour for the summer with their sights on touring Japan and East coast USA at the end of the year.<br> <br> The high-flying skankers have already been widely touted by the national press for their stunning debut EP, 'Novus Ordo Seclorum', which was recorded, mixed and mastered by Dave Chang (CAPDOWN/LIGHTYEAR). The UK mobsters also bagged critical acclaim and coverage from Big Cheese Magazine, Kerrang!, Rocksound, Powerplay and Rhythm through to extensive radio play on Kerrang! Radio and many independent stations. Hot on the heels of their debut EP, the Brighton crew were snapped up by hip Swiss label 'Bad Mood Records' who set about co-releasing the band's debut full length album 'Problem. Reaction. Solution' . Now loaded with a stunning debut album, which packs 14 neatly-woven tracks from the juggernaut rhythms and potent delivery of 'Left for Dead', to the insanely contagious live fave 'Scream Your Dreams', the Junk have crafted a truly delectable beast that is ready and primed for the taking.<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-8633832673442931379?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/MIhSYR7357Y" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/06/news-junk-killer-debut-album-and-more.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-9516369462499807452011-06-09T18:49:00.001+01:002011-06-09T18:49:45.815+01:002011-06-09T18:49:45.815+01:00News - BEYOND DREAMS OF GRANDEUR - DEBUT EP & UK TOUR<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6142'>View The Article</a><p>New guns 'Beyond Dreams of Grandeur' are primed to make their mark on the UK scene with their captivating blend of melodic hardcore. <br> <br> Neatly bonding infectious melody-drenched choruses with upbeat guitar parts and jack hammer beats, BDoG release their rousing self-titled debut EP on 12th September through all digital stores and line-up UK shows in support.<br> <br> Born in late 2009 from the backstreets of Birmingham, Beyond Dreams of Grandeur were birthed by old school friends Joe Morton (Vocals), Will Sanderson (Guitar/Vocals) and Chris Daccus (Bass), along with brothers Chris Green (Guitar/Vocals) and Jack Green (Drums). Ever since their formation, the post-hardcore quintet have carefully honed their sound, drawing inspiration from a range of sources, from the undeniably sheer song-writing brilliance of 'The Beatles', through to the angular Deathcore armoury of 'The Black Dahlia Murder'. Throughout 2010 the band undertook numerous intense rehearsals and a plethora of fiery live shows, all in anticipation of laying down plans for their debut record.<br> <br> The Midlanders entered the studio at the turn of the year to record tracks for their self-titled debut EP. Now fully armed with a killer record unfolding five ferocious cuts, from the muscular cascades and scatter-gun dynamic riffage of 'Sobriquet', to the stunningly anthemic 'Dust Brings Shells', the fivesome have created an EP that almost effortlessly showcases BDoG's glide and full-hearted intent. The energetic emo-scamps will now raise the bar again as they prepare for a full-blown assault of the UK; look out for extensive tour dates soon to be announced for the remainder of the year! <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-951636946249980745?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/VQA1rCwhNrI" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/06/news-beyond-dreams-of-grandeur-debut-ep.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-21316634773197568112011-05-22T11:44:00.001+01:002011-05-22T11:44:02.074+01:002011-05-22T11:44:02.074+01:00News - Metal Blade bands on tour galore!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6141'>View The Article</a><p>ANTERIOR<br> <br> May 2011<br> <br> 9th LONDON - Barfly<br> 10th DERBY - The Old Bell<br> 12th NORWICH - B2<br> 13th CARDIFF - Millennium Music Hall<br> 14th PLYMOUTH - White Rabbit<br> <br> Bring Me The Horizon + Architects + The Devil Wears Prada + WHILE SHE SLEEPS<br> <br> May 2011<br> <br> 4th SHEFFIELD - O2 Academy<br> <br> SOILENT GREEN<br> <br> May 2011<br> <br> 5th LONDON - Underworld<br> 6th MILTON KEYNES - Crauford Arms<br> 7th CARDIFF - Millennium Music Hall<br> 8th DERBY - Old Bell<br> 9th MANCHESTER - Moho Live<br> 10th (IRE) - DUBLIN - Whelans<br> 11th BELFAST - Limelight<br> 12th NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE - Trillians<br> 13th GLASGOW - King Tuts<br> 14th SHEFFIELD - Corporation<br> 15th BIRMINGHAM - Eddies<br> <br> Earthtone9 + THE OCEAN + Maybeshewill + Humanfly<br> <br> May 2011<br> <br> 17th BIRMINGHAM - Academy 2<br> 18th DURHAM - Live Lounge<br> 19th GLASGOW - Stereo<br> 20th MANCHESTER - Club Academy<br> 21st BRISTOL - Thekla<br> 22nd LONDON - Relentless Garage<br> <br> THE OCEAN<br> <br> May 2011<br> <br> 24th EDINBURGH - The Banshee Labyrinth<br> 25th ABERDEEN - Tunnels<br> 27th HULL - The Lamp<br> <br> SHAI HULUD + Last Witness<br> <br> June 2011<br> <br> 20th SOUTHAMPTON - Joiners<br> 21st EXETER - Cavern<br> 22nd LONDON - Purple Turtle<br> 23rd MANCHESTER - Star And Garter<br> 24th PETERBOROUGH - Club Revolution<br> <br> THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER<br> <br> July 2011<br> <br> 8th SONISPHERE @ Knebworth<br> <br> ANTERIOR<br> <br> July 2011<br> <br> 8th - 10th SONISPHERE @ Knebworth<br> <br> BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME + Animals As Leaders<br> <br> September 2011<br> <br> 20th LONDON - Underworld<br> 21st LONDON - Underworld<br> 22nd MANCHESTER - Moho Live<br> 23rd GLASGOW - King Tuts<br> 24th LEEDS - Cockpit<br> 25th BIRMINGHAM - Academy 3<br> 26th BRISTOL - Academy 2<br> 27th CARDIFF - Clwb Ifor Bach<br> <br> PRIMORDIAL<br> <br> September 2011<br> <br> 24th (IRE) DUBLIN - Academy<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-2131663477319756811?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/DQ7Kx6_Pv3Q" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/05/news-metal-blade-bands-on-tour-galore.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-17710844974320770812011-05-22T11:41:00.001+01:002011-05-22T11:41:36.888+01:002011-05-22T11:41:36.888+01:00News - RUINS OF EARTH - EXPLOSIVE SOPHOMORE EP<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6140'>View The Article</a><p>RUINS OF EARTH<br> "This Hampshire quintet show incredible maturity for such a young band. Every song on this five-track EP <br> is a beastly mix of technicality & groove" Metal Hammer 8/10<br> <br> <br> HIGH FLYING HAMPSHIRE THRASH CREW GIVE AWAY <br> THEIR STUNNING EP, ’MISGUIDED LIFEFORMS’ FOR <br> A LIMITED TIME FROM 8th AUGUST 2011.<br> <br> Southern metallers ’Ruins Of Earth’ are quickly carving a prominent name for themselves within the UK metal scene. By delivering shattering live shows that illustrate boundless energy and earnest passion, the driven quintet are intent on pushing themselves into the national arena and are all set to destroy every flea-pit along the way. <br> <br> Ruins Of Earth have already extensively toured throughout the UK, impressively notching up over 150 shows in a little over a year, and in the process, bagging tour slots with the likes of Viatrophy, Shadow Law, Osmium and Plague of Ashitaka. ROE's shows are sweat-drenched affairs that are both full-blooded and full-hearted. The Thrashcore crew will hit the road yet again this Summer in support of their bone-crushing ’Misguided Lifeforms’ EP.<br> <br> Ruins Of Earth's debut offering 'Ashes of the Ocean' racked up national critical acclaim in Metal Hammer, Powerplay, Rocksound and Zero Tolerance, and tracks from the record also picked up heavy radio rotation with XFM Rock Show and Total Rock Radio. Now fully equipped with an explosive follow-up in the shape of ’Misguided Lifeforms’, the young guns are set to raise the bar once again. ’Misguided Lifeforms’ is loaded with soaring melodic passages and brutal breakdowns, weaving technically tinged thrash metal with gritty deathcore. Ruins of Earth make their way from melody to brutality with practiced ease, orchestrated and solidified through alluring lyrical content. The five-piece display their ability to fuse and meld genres, delivering memorable and intelligent songs distilled from a range of influences stemming from The Black Dahlia Murder and Cult of Luna to the likes of Sylosis. <br> <br> Balancing passion with aggression, whilst maintaining their renowned high level of musicianship, Ruins of Earth bring fire and spirit to the stage in support of their aggressive music, a nostalgic feat all too missed in today’s metal bands who seem to lack the same passion and energy. Through their live shows, ROE display their ability to draw from a vast array of styles, setting themselves apart from other bands restricted to a recycled musical vocabulary. Establishing themselves as a band "not to be missed live," Ruins of Earth are destined for great things in 2011.<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-1771084497432077081?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/DPKz8cdP2SY" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/05/news-ruins-of-earth-explosive-sophomore.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-44167730145482105912011-04-28T11:44:00.005+01:002011-04-28T11:44:36.363+01:002011-04-28T11:44:36.363+01:00News - GOODBYE JERSEY - UK DEBUT ALBUM FROM HIGHLY PROMISING SKATE PUNKERS!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6137'>View The Article</a><p>Goodbye Jersey<br> <br> UK DEBUT ALBUM FROM HIGHLY PROMISING POLITICAL SKATE PUNKERS!<br> <br> German Skate-Punk crew ’Goodbye Jersey’ set free their debut long play ’Entertain Me!’ on 20th June 2011 through Long Beach Records Europe (home to Templeton Pek) / Plastic Head Code 7. <br> <br> Labelling themselves as ’melodic bugle-punk’ ["mellodick bjugel pank"] - in short, a heady mix of pacey melodic skate punk and offbeat structures laced with hardcore tunes, the band’s sound fuses crusty guitars, hard hitting drums, and contagious sing-a-long anthems all mixed with real grit and delivered by a vocalist who has already been compared to a cross between Tom Delonge & Fat Mike - this is Goodbye Jersey.<br> <br> Hailing from Hamburg, Germany and formed in January 2009, five young scamps sporting a healthy obsession for a number of Fat Wreck bands decided to lock themselves up in a fifteen-square-metre windowless basement to celebrate punk rock the way it should be: fast, angry, dirty and sweaty. Within just one year, Goodbye Jersey recorded their debut EP which racked up underground praise, leading the quintet to sign with Long Beach Records. Thereafter, the band hit the road and bagged a series of shows with the likes of "This Is A Standoff" from Canada, "Left Alone", "Star Fucking Hipsters" and US ska-kings "Big D and the Kids Table".<br> <br> The melodic-punkers now release their debut album which molds captivating lyrics with a social consciousness and brims with uncontrollable hi-octane phrasing. Right from outset, the opening track "Angels & Western Waves" is an audible reference to the coalition currently governing Germany. "Wasteland" deals with the phenomena of gentrification in their hometown of Hamburg. "Kill Your TV" and "Radio Sux" are both damning verdicts of the mass media influence which consumes today’s youth. The band’s debut album ’Entertain Me!’ is aptly titled and also serves as a cynical swipe at society's obsession with popular culture. Goodbye Jersey want people to take ownership for their lives instead of living life through a TV screen. This is their message and they’re intent on creating music that will help deliver it, be that in a sweaty venue or with their upcoming record - the lively quintet will be heard!<br> <br> www.facebook.com/goodbyejersey www.myspace.com/goodbyejersey <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-4416773014548210591?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/xtopKB_M-68" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-goodbye-jersey-uk-debut-album-from.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-57748965219359638712011-04-28T11:44:00.003+01:002011-04-28T11:44:24.438+01:002011-04-28T11:44:24.438+01:00News - GOODBYE JERSEY<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6138'>View The Article</a><p>UK DEBUT ALBUM FROM HIGHLY PROMISING POLITICAL SKATE PUNKERS!<br> <br> German Skate-Punk crew ’Goodbye Jersey’ set free their debut long play ’Entertain Me!’ on 20th June 2011 through Long Beach Records Europe (home to Templeton Pek) / Plastic Head Code 7. <br> <br> Labelling themselves as ’melodic bugle-punk’ ["mellodick bjugel pank"] - in short, a heady mix of pacey melodic skate punk and offbeat structures laced with hardcore tunes, the band’s sound fuses crusty guitars, hard hitting drums, and contagious sing-a-long anthems all mixed with real grit and delivered by a vocalist who has already been compared to a cross between Tom Delonge & Fat Mike - this is Goodbye Jersey.<br> <br> Hailing from Hamburg, Germany and formed in January 2009, five young scamps sporting a healthy obsession for a number of Fat Wreck bands decided to lock themselves up in a fifteen-square-metre windowless basement to celebrate punk rock the way it should be: fast, angry, dirty and sweaty. Within just one year, Goodbye Jersey recorded their debut EP which racked up underground praise, leading the quintet to sign with Long Beach Records. Thereafter, the band hit the road and bagged a series of shows with the likes of "This Is A Standoff" from Canada, "Left Alone", "Star Fucking Hipsters" and US ska-kings "Big D and the Kids Table".<br> <br> The melodic-punkers now release their debut album which molds captivating lyrics with a social consciousness and brims with uncontrollable hi-octane phrasing. Right from outset, the opening track "Angels & Western Waves" is an audible reference to the coalition currently governing Germany. "Wasteland" deals with the phenomena of gentrification in their hometown of Hamburg. "Kill Your TV" and "Radio Sux" are both damning verdicts of the mass media influence which consumes today’s youth. The band’s debut album ’Entertain Me!’ is aptly titled and also serves as a cynical swipe at society's obsession with popular culture. Goodbye Jersey want people to take ownership for their lives instead of living life through a TV screen. This is their message and they’re intent on creating music that will help deliver it, be that in a sweaty venue or with their upcoming record - the lively quintet will be heard!<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-5774896521935963871?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/Oj5vJuCKzOY" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-goodbye-jersey.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-70693103693254637712011-04-28T11:44:00.001+01:002011-04-28T11:44:16.599+01:002011-04-28T11:44:16.599+01:00News - VERSUS YOU AND WHITE FLAG RELEASE SPLIT ALBUM!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6139'>View The Article</a><p>Versus You originate from Luxembourg and were brought to life in 2005 by Eric Rosenfeld (vocalist/guitar) and Giordano Bruno (bass). Without any time to waste, the driven unit pulled together their first record ’Marathon’ in 2006. Their second release ’This Is The Sinking’ soon followed, and the band began to pick up prominent attention with their track ’The Hotel Room’, which managed to top the national charts. Continuing to spread their wings, the lively foursome undertook a mammoth tour in support of ’This Is The Sinking’ which hit up Germany, Belgium, Holland and Italy. Along the way, Versus You also impressively bagged shows with Queens of the Stone Age and The Killers. As the band’s sound evolved they drafted in Jimmy Leen to contribute with songwriting, vocal and guitar duties. Opening for the likes of ’No Use For A Name’ and soon to be friends ’the Flatliners’, they then toured through Eastern Europe and Russia playing shows with NOFX, Propagandhi, White Flag and Bayside. At this time, Versus You went into the studio again to produce their third album which was recorded live on the back of the tour. Inspired by the scribblings of Jack Kerouac and suitably titled ’The Mad Ones’, the record further cemented the band’s development and increase in popularity.<br> <br> Throughout 2010, the irrepressible quartet played a handful of shows with numerous fraternal spirits from ’Alkaline Trio’, ’Strike Anywhere’, ’Dead To Me’, and ’Rise Against’ to the likes of ’Star Fucking Hipsters’. Now in 2011, Versus You team up with US punksters ’White Flag’ and present seven of their own edgy and formidable punk rock cuts led by the distinctly raspy voice of Eric Rosenfeld. The songwriting is melodically direct and catchy, yet intense enough to burrow deep paths into the cranium. From the dynamic guile of "This War Is Like A Drug To You" to the energetic "Spread The Epidemic", Versus You have drawn together an impressive collection of tracks to kick off a stunning collaboration.<br> <br> The second part of this split release highlights the talents of Californian Punk-Rock vets White Flag. Impressively, the long standing punk rockers have released 23 records within 28 years and have racked up shows from all reaches of the globe, from Greenland to Faror, and everywhere in between. White Flag are and have fully embraced the punk rock lifestyle ever since they formed back in 1982, opening for the legendary Black Flag.<br> <br> Not only do the the US punks have a rich and lengthy history, but their notable list of rotating band members is also a unique feature. Since their formation, more than 20 musicians have contributed to White Flag, including members from Bad Religion, Circle Jerks (Greg Hetson), The Muffs (Ronnie Barnett), Lagwagon (Ken Stringfellow) and Hole (Eric Eraldson). Rightly so, White Flag are firmly stapled into the heart of American rock and Punk Rock history.<br> <br> The L.A. Punk Rock roots of White Flag are instinctively recognisable right from the first chord and this split release ideally showcases eight charismatic old school-styled punk tunes that, reminiscent of true rebellion, serve as a timely marker that substance is paramount and fashion is redundant. Old School is back with a vengeance! <br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-7069310369325463771?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/JpctMoUylsE" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-versus-you-and-white-flag-release.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-6016750141089148332011-04-20T22:32:00.001+01:002011-04-20T22:32:08.594+01:002011-04-20T22:32:08.594+01:00News - PROMETHEE - SWISS SLAYERS PRIME DEBUT UK RELEASE!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6132'>View The Article</a><p>PROMETHEE<br> <br> Enterprising metal quintet ’Promethee’ emerge and release their self-titled debut EP, through Bad Mood Records and all major digital outlets from 4th July 2011.<br> <br> Promethee pull from an array of influences that stem from noise-king contemporaries such as ’The Black Dahlia Murder’ and ’Job For A <br> Cowboy’, through to the likes of US melodic death metal combo ’Darkest Hour’. Inspired by their predecessors, Promethee have cultivated their own highly addictive sound that is venomous, heavy, downright aggressive and ultimately engaging.<br> <br> Originally founded in Geneva, Switzerland back in 2006 by three lifelong friends, Ludo, Nils and Elri, the youthful trio began to form foundations and recruited Josh and Mathieu in 2008 to suitably complete the line-up. The fiery five-some then started to cut their teeth for the next two years through delivering a highly impressive, not to mention sweat-drenched, cluster of shows in just about every fleapit in Switzerland. During 2010 the band continuously toured throughout France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Austria and Hungary, including a prestigious appearance at the Greenfield Festival playing alongside Rammstein, The Prodigy, HIM, and The Dillinger Escape Plan among others. Never ones to rest on their laurels, the Swiss metallers continued their rise by securing a mini-tour in Canada before heading into the studio to lay down tracks for their début EP.<br> <br> Promethee are now loaded with their self-titled debut EP which features five full-blooded cuts. The record is ram packed with steamroller riffs, deeply-growled vocals and blast-beat rhythms that will pummel the listener into submission from the get-go. With further European and North American touring planned to coincide with their debut album launch set for later this year, the band are all primed to break into the UK and beyond!<br> <br> - PROMETHEE RELEASE THEIR SELF-TITLED EP VIA BAD MOOD RECORDS ON 4TH JULY AND AVAILABLE THROUGH DIGITAL STORES -<br> <br> www.myspace.com/prometheemusic www.facebook.com/prometheemusic<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-601675014108914833?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/L9oud4pGL3M" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-promethee-swiss-slayers-prime.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-61564114553147560142011-04-20T22:31:00.005+01:002011-04-20T22:31:57.934+01:002011-04-20T22:31:57.934+01:00News - Duran Duran announce All You Need is Now limited edition vinyl<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6133'>View The Article</a><p>The Vinyl Factory and Duran Duran have announced the release of an exclusive, limited edition vinyl of Duran Duran's All You Need is Now - their critically acclaimed and return to roots tour-de-force, produced by Mark Ronson.<br> <br> All You Need is Now, released by The Vinyl Factory, is an exclusive, limited art edition, with only 500 copies available worldwide, each hand numbered and signed by the Duran Duran. Designed by Clunie Reid (Saatchi Gallery, Tate, New Museum NY) with art direction from POP's Rory McCartney, this stunning release features music and artwork exclusive to The Vinyl Factory edition.<br> <br> Available to order exclusively from The Vinyl Factory, each collector's copy comprises:<br> <br> - A hand-crafted, transparent black Perspex box with clear face on outer front, providing an artwork frame that can be individually tailored by the owner.
<br> <br> - Five heavyweight 180-gram clear vinyl records pressed on the classic EMI 1400, each mastered for vinyl, with the new album pressed across two records, plus an LP of bonus tracks and two 12" remixes (full tracklist available on request), including the much sought-after David Lynch reworking of Girl Panic!<br> <br> - Five beautifully treated bespoke record sleeves, featuring exclusive artwork on both sides by Clunie Reid.
<br> <br> - Exclusive 36-page book with lyrics silver foiled onto black pages, housed in a gorgeous silver mirrored paper cover, each hand signed and numbered by the members of Duran Duran.<br> <br> - Exclusive 36-page book showcasing Clunie Reid’s album artwork, with a die-cut front cover of the band’s instantly recognisable D logo.<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-6156411455314756014?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/-xGMzpBs-Rk" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-duran-duran-announce-all-you-need.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-4568614425394679682011-04-20T22:31:00.003+01:002011-04-20T22:31:49.168+01:002011-04-20T22:31:49.168+01:00News - Diesel School of Island Life: Diesel Island Disco<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6134'>View The Article</a><p>Diesel School of Island Life is a series of cultural events taking across the UK throughout May and June. Some highlights include a series of lessons by Howard Marks, talks by Goldie, and a ’field trip’ to the latest Metronomy video in June where Diesel Islanders can star as extras in the video. As part of the series of Birmingham events, the Custard Factory will play host to to a Diesel Island Disco featuring artists such as Joker & Mc Scarz and Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs.<br> <br> For more information about the Birmingham events and to find out about getting your ticket, go to facebook.com/diesel<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-456861442539467968?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/S72aGxsmEXU" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-diesel-school-of-island-life.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-87214013692388573342011-04-20T22:31:00.001+01:002011-04-20T22:31:36.044+01:002011-04-20T22:31:36.044+01:00News - THE1234 festival announces more acts<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6135'>View The Article</a><p>Taking place in the heart of Shoreditch on July 9, THE1234 Festival is the definitive independent London music festival, energetically showcasing up and coming acts alongside more established cult talent, engaging with the local creative community, and embodying the innovators and agenda-setters who have remained loyal to the festival since its beginnings in 2007.<br> <br> This year is as diverse and challenging as ever, with headline performances from Black Lips and The Raveonettes as well as exciting new electronic act Becoming Real, Honey Owen's house music project The Miracles Club, and many other emerging acts including Chapter Sweetheart, Echo Lake and Sex Beet.<br> <br> Alongside this line up of groundbreaking acts, THE1234 festival is also excited to announce an exclusive performance from New York no wave icon and post-punk pioneer Lydia Lunch, with James Johnston and Ian White. She is one of the most influential and controversial artists of the last three decades, and is a highly anticipated addition to THE1234 festival lineup. She is joined by The King Blues and their unique, politicised sound, and Damo Suzuki, of Can fame.<br> <br> For a full line-up, go to www.the1234shoreditch.com<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-8721401369238857334?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/j7SwSzzpC6k" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-the1234-festival-announces-more.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-51814480747268975512011-04-17T19:28:00.003+01:002011-04-17T19:28:17.318+01:002011-04-17T19:28:17.318+01:00News - IMPACT DEBUT!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6131'>View The Article</a><p>IMPACT - DEBUT OFFERING TAKES FLIGHT WITH FURTHER TOUR DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED!<br> <br> Sturdy UK Hardcore crew 'Impact' hurl out their impressive debut EP 'Strength Through Loyalty' for national consumption on 20th June 2011 and tour throughout Europe this summer.<br> <br> <br> Formed back in 2001 during their mid teens, the original members of Impact hooked up at their local skate and BMX ramps in their hometown, St. Neots. With a mutual obsession for the gritty hardcore of bands like Agnostic Front and Sick of It All, to the metallic guile of Slayer and Pantera, the young upstarts began to put down their own tunes and started to play shows in their local area. <br> <br> Fast forward some years, and after a series of set-backs and some necessary line-up changes sparked by the band's recent conviction and newly found drive, Impact have laid down their commanding debut EP 'Strength Through Loyalty.' The record is enthralling, energetic and earnestly intense. From the colossal opening of ’To Those Lives Lost’ to the slamdown supercharged phasing of 'Bite the Bullet', the boisterous quintet have crafted a debut offering that oozes honest fury and bursts with pounding riffery. <br> <br> Pulling influences from a series of hardcore/punk and metal bands, and serving up intelligent lyrics with full on heavy, yet melodic riffage, Impact deliver a sound that is sincerely potent and uncompromisingly brutal. The fivesome have already amassed a hefty collection of support slots from the likes of Agnostic Front, Madball, This Is Hell, Wisdom In Chains and Death Before Dishonor, to name a few, and have broadly toured throughout the UK, heading out to mainland Europe this Summer. Aided with radio airplay on BBC Radio 1s 'The Lock Up Show' and acclaim from Metal Hammer, the Cambridgeshire hardcore crew are set to drive home their imprint nationwide.<br> <br> -- IMPACT RELEASE 'STRENGTH THROUGH LOYALTY' ON 20th JUNE THROUGH ALL DIGITAL STORES --<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-5181448074726897551?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/UM6bm9UO8_U" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-impact-debut.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-69444327540915407802011-04-17T19:28:00.001+01:002011-04-17T19:28:07.756+01:002011-04-17T19:28:07.756+01:00News - BORDERLINE SYNDROME UNLEASH UK DEBUT!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6130'>View The Article</a><p>borderline<br> syndrome<br> <br> GREEK ROCK UNIT UNVEIL UK DEBUT<br> <br> Euro alternative-rockers 'borderline syndrome' release their self-titled debut offering on 27th June, available through all digital outlets and prepare for a full- blooded launch this summer!<br> <br> Hailing from Athens, Greece, borderline syndrome were formed in 2010 and derive influence from such big guns as 'The Dillinger Escape Plan' and 'Tool' to the likes of 'Radiohead' and 'Bjork'. This Greek alt-rock crew strip down their laudable influences and neatly fashion their own imprint combining alternative rock with an impressively wide variation of progressive structures and irregular time signatures.<br> <br> From melodic, simple easy-going songs through to more complex and stout tracks, the Greek rockers have a notable knack for producing fine cuts that display the band's unique qualities, distinguishing them from their peers.<br> <br> borderline syndrome now set loose their debut promo which showcases the progressive quintet's innovate ideas and off-kilter framing, highlighting their firm ability to craft a dynamic tune. With a full length album penned for the summer, the future is definitely looking bright for the alternate rock crew.<br> <br> - BORDERLINE SYNDROME RELEASE THEIR SELF-TITLED EP ON 27th JUNE THROUGH DIGITAL STORES -<br> <br> www.myspace.com/borderlinesyndrome<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-6944432754091540780?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/dSDvEusJnf8" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-borderline-syndrome-unleash-uk.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-11958082449273578092011-04-13T09:18:00.001+01:002011-04-13T09:18:15.678+01:002011-04-13T09:18:15.678+01:00News - NARROWS vs EUROPE: Pt. 2<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6129'>View The Article</a><p>NARROWS (members of Botch, Unbroken, These Arms Are Snakes, Tropics, Some Girls) return to Europe for the second time this May.<br> <br> As ever, with their vast geographical inconveniences (2 in Seattle, 2 in San Diego and 1 in London) and tight schedules, the tour will be just under a couple of weeks of which there will only be 3 dates in the UK:<br> <br> MAY 2011<br> 18 - BRIGHTON, GREEN DOOR STORE > Tickets: www.wegottickets.com/event/109170<br> 19 - LEEDS, BRUDENELL SOCIAL CLUB > Tickets: www.wegottickets.com/event/103900<br> 20 - LONDON, OLD BLUE LAST > Tickets: www.wegottickets.com/event/104377<br> <br> The band will also be recording a BBC Session for Radio 1’s Rock Show but the airing date is TBC.<br> <br> There will be a new shirt design from the awesome Drew Millward and also copies of the NYC show only split 7" with Heiress.<br> <br> For more news / updates with the band and tour, check out any of the links below:<br> www.facebook.com/narrows<br> www.twitter.com/narrowsband<br> www.myspace.com/narrows<br> www.deathwishinc.com/bands/105<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-1195808244927357809?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/SPMUjhDrjTk" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/04/news-narrows-vs-europe-pt-2.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-2173217477860572762011-03-31T18:35:00.001+01:002011-03-31T18:35:48.397+01:002011-03-31T18:35:48.397+01:00News - The Vinyl Factory release limited edition vinyl of The Pet Shop Boys’ Most Incredible Thing<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6128'>View The Article</a><p>The Vinyl Factory is proud to announce their collectible art and vinyl limited edition of the Pet Shop Boys new ballet score, The Most Incredible Thing. Based on a Hans Christian Anderson short story, this is the iconic pop duo's first ever full-length dance score and their debut collaboration with Sadler's Wells and choreographer Javier de Frutos.<br> <br> The Most Incredible Thing release by The Vinyl Factory is an exclusive, limited art edition, with only 500 copies available worldwide, each hand numbered and signed by the Pet Shop Boys. Designed by Farrow, who also collaborated with the artists on the much sought after collector's edition of their last album, Yes, this stunning release features music and artwork exclusive to The Vinyl Factory edition. <br> <br> Comprising a silk cloth bound hard board slipcase containing a hardback book with seven record sleeves. Six of these house heavyweight 180-gram vinyl records pressed on the EMI 1400. The records feature the Pet Shop Boys' music for the ballet, as well as exclusive original demo versions of each of the compositions, only available in this release. <br> <br> The seventh sleeve contains an oversized foldout sheet music print, signed by Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe. The ballet's synopsis is printed onto the record sleeves so that each has an accompanying narrative that reads like a storybook. <br> <br> Set to become a prized collectors item, this beautiful deluxe edition is the perfect companion piece to what is one of the Pet Shop Boy's most unusual and intriguing projects to date. <br> <br> The Vinyl Factory's previous limited edition for Yes - Pet Shop Boys, which sold out in two hours at the price of £300, has since re-sold for over £3,000.<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-217321747786057276?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/ZOf4kJB9U4U" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/03/news-vinyl-factory-release-limited.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-26115597416430376682011-03-30T21:26:00.001+01:002011-03-30T21:26:04.588+01:002011-03-30T21:26:04.588+01:00News - Noisey.com: the new live music experience featuring the best emerging bands around the world<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6127'>View The Article</a><p>This week marks the launch of Noisey.com, a new music discovery platform that profiles some of the most talented new bands and local music scenes from around the world. Through captivating original short videos, Noisey gives viewers unprecedented access to the lives of bands on and off the stage. By capturing the complete live music experience, viewers can join bands on the road and share their experiences as they get ready for a show, meet fans and industry insiders, and explore the city and its local culture. <br> <br> Noisey showcases bands from more than 10 countries including US, UK, Brazil, Mexico, France, Germany, Spain, China, Japan, Canada, and Australia. Noisey is available in eight languages and offers an app-like web experience built on an above-the- fold, HTML5 user interface. Beyond Noisey's homepage, users can also find artists through a site-wide comment feed, allowing user activity to influence the discovery process.<br> <br> Justin Young from The Vaccines, filmed by Noisey in Glasgow at The Captain's Rest, stated "Noisey were good people who understood what we were about and managed to get an in-depth and honest portrayal of what daily life entails for our band, without ever being invasive."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-2611559741643037668?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/9EZ7DCJOtNA" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/03/news-noiseycom-new-live-music.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-82569580548077048192011-03-30T21:25:00.003+01:002011-03-30T21:25:53.390+01:002011-03-30T21:25:53.390+01:00News - DEPTH - UK QUARTET REBOOT DEBUT & ANNOUNCE TOUR!<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6126'>View The Article</a><p>DEPTH<br> <br> "Norwich is known more for the Canaries and Alan Partridge than for its produce of post-hardcore quartets, but DEPTH are here to change all that" - Rock Sound<br> <br> "Superb vocal melodies and catchy riffs, recalling the Blackout’s more hummable moments" - Kerrang!<br> <br> "DEPTH show a lot of potential and passion for their music" - Big Cheese<br> <br> High Flying Norfolk Post-Hardcore crew 'Depth' unveil their debut album 'Situations Fulfilled' on 6th June 2011, through Rising Records and all digital stores, and announce UK tour to follow.<br> <br> Since their origination in the summer of 2006, Depth have greatly evolved. No longer the young scamps that spat out cover versions in their local village hall, they are now a seasoned and touring Post-hardcore unit that have progressively honed their own songwriting craft to produce finely-tuned rock cuts. During the past three years the enterprising four piece have played shows throughout the country sharing stages with everyone from the Undertones, through to the likes of My Passion, Exit Ten, Don Broco, and Everything Burns. The band have garnered critical acclaim from the likes of Kerrang!, Rocksound, and Big Cheese and they have been featured on the Red Bull Bedroom Jam competition, also receiving great TV airplay from Lava TV for their new video 'True Escape'.<br> <br> Pulling from the old school metal riffage of Iron Maiden and fusing together the infectious nonce and energy of heavyweights Funeral For A Friend and Killswitch Engage, Depth have created their own sound and have produced a thunderous debut full length album, entitled 'Situations Fulfilled'. The record is genuinely engrossing and captivating, from the melody soaked refrain of their brand new video 'True Escape' and the fist-pummeling gang shout-outs of 'No One Sings For Second Place', through to their recent single 'Burning Pages' which packs muscular Post-Hardcore dynamisms with anthemic rock. The Norfolk Rockcore crew know how to kick out the jams and have unleashed a stunning debut record that is both ballsy and memorable. Depth reboot 'Situations Fulfilled' this June and will play the following live shows in support: <br> <br> 18 Mar 2011 Gildridge, Eastbourne ; 20 Mar Leicester Sound House; 21 Mar Fiddlers Elbow, Camden, London ; 22 Mar Greenwich University ; 23 Mar The Twist , Colchester; 24 Mar B2 Norwich ; 25 Mar PJ McGinty, Ipswich; 26 Mar The Plug, Birmingham.<br> <br> -- DEPTH RELEASE 'SITUATIONS FULFILLED' ON 6th JUNE THROUGH ALL DIGITAL STORES --<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-8256958054807704819?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/vNNx2Pgx3Ic" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/03/news-depth-uk-quartet-reboot-debut.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7494302025711624539.post-13921730954609041362011-03-30T21:25:00.001+01:002011-03-30T21:25:44.254+01:002011-03-30T21:25:44.254+01:00News - MIND MUSEUM - DEBUT EP SET FOR NATIONAL LAUNCH<p><a href='http://www.dieshellsuit.co.uk/news_article.asp?nId=6125'>View The Article</a><p>MIND MUSEUM<br> DEBUT EP SET FOR NATIONAL LAUNCH<br> WITH TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED!<br> <br> Southwest Alt-rock merchants 'Mind Museum' unveil their hotly anticipated <br> debut record 'Rat Race' on 23rd May and prepare to hit the road....<br> <br> Bristol new guns, Mind Museum are set to make their own mark on the currently buoyant Brit-rock scene with their uniquely alluring sound that merges earnest alternative rock, underpinned by probing guitar rhythms and engaging emotive vocals, with potent post-punk DIY ethics. Pulling from an eclectic array of influences from the likes of Biffy Clyro and Story of the Year, through to the likes of The Cure, The Police and Rush, the band have created an engrossing sound that genuinely commands your attention.<br> <br> Comprised of Justin E Percival (vocals/bass), Will Slater (guitar) and beatmaster Chas Bacon (drums), Mind Museum, although only formed in August 2010, were actually born from the ashes of 'I Am The Door' and 'Full Scream Ahead'. Both IATD and FSA had good underground successes, notching up national radio airplay on BBC Radio 1, critical acclaim from the likes of Rocksound & Kerrang! and also extensively toured the UK, chalking up slots with the likes of Get Cape Wear Cape Fly, Enter Shikari, Minus the Bear, Attack Attack, and Straight Lines, to name a few.<br> <br> Mind Museum now stride forward in their own right and are geared to step up to the plate; the dynamic trio are already picking up national exposure for their debut video ’Rat Race’, which is presently gracing screens via Lava TV, and the band are also racking up great radio airplay on BBC Introducing. The Bristol tunesmiths are now set to officially serve up their debut EP 'Rat Race' for national release this May. The record is jam-packed with sturdy riffs and hooky cuts, layered with classy anthemic melodies and thoughtful up-tempo arrangements. The alt-rockers wield a sharp knack for killer melody and have unveiled a powerhouse debut offering that is sure to propel the band to giddy heights for the remainder of 2011 and beyond! <br> <br> -- MIND MUSEUM RELEASE RAT RACE ON 23rd MAY THROUGH ALL DIGITAL STORES --<br> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7494302025711624539-1392173095460904136?l=dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/dieshellsuitdie/~4/tnwl0Cc5cWk" height="1" width="1"/>dieshellsuitdiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01669127553800934341noreply@blogger.com0http://dieshellsuitdie.blogspot.com/2011/03/news-mind-museum-debut-ep-set-for.html