News on The Music, The Message

O’Brother Offer Lo

January 19, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

RCRD LBL is offering a download of O’Brother‘s “Lo” from their debut full length Garden Window. You can order a physical copy of the album through the band’s merch store.

As if you needed more incentive (which you shouldn’t), read their tour-mate Riley’s (of Thrice) perspective on the album on his weekly column.

Matthew Embree Covers Cast Spells

January 19, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

Matt Embree (of Rx Bandits/Biceratops) recorded a cover of Cast Spells‘ (Dave Davison of Maps & Atlases) “A Badge” which you can stream/download at Soundcloud.

This is my favorite song from the short but superb Bright Works & Baton which you can purchase here.

Delta Spirit Offer Free Music

January 17, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

As Delta Spirit ready the release of their Self-Titled record March 13, they have decided to offer some of their back catalouge, specifically The 2010 Waits Room EP and their first release I Think I Found It for free at NoiseTrade.

Also catch the band in support of the album this Spring. See dates at their website.

The Panic Division Eternalism Clips

January 16, 2012 by Jason Gordon

The Panic Division’s 4th LP “Eternalism” is Due out February 7th. As many of you know, this is one of  TMTM’s most anticipated records of 2012. For those of you who can’t wait and want a sneak preview, click here where you can hear clips from the entire record on their Amazon page. Fans of their previous efforts will not be disappointed.

Prawn frontman Tony Clark prepares Debut Solo EP

January 14, 2012 by Jason Gordon

Tony Clark, lead singer/guitarist of emo/post-hardcore band Prawn is giving away his debut solo EP for free this weekend at his bandcamp site. I urge you all to check this out. Features guest vocals from Frank Graniero of Moving Mountains. Fans of American Football, Owen, Minus the Bear, Moving Mountains, Appleseed Cast should do yourselves a favor and download this immediately. You will not be disappointed.

O’Brother Release Debut

January 14, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

After a digital release this past November, O’Brother released their debut full length Garden Window in all formats this past Tuesday. You can purchase a digital copy for only $7.99 at iTunes along with the single, “Machines, Pt.1″ which includes the b-sides “Aurora.”

This was one of 2011′s best albums and bar-none the most punishing, behemoth records I’ve heard in years. It would be a HUGE disservice not to give this band your attention.

The Jealous Sound Album Pre-Order

January 11, 2012 by Dave Giumara

The Jealous Sound have put their new album A Gentle Reminder up for pre-order over at RevHQ. The album comes highly recommended by everyone here at The Music, The Message. Expect a full review soon.

Listen To New Shins Single

January 9, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

Listen to The Shins new single “Simple Song” at their website where you can also pre-order the forthcoming album Port of Morrow due out this March.

This is the band’s first album since 2007′s Wincing The Night Away.

Above Them Gear Up New Album

January 9, 2012 by Dave Giumara

British punk-rock band Above Them are gearing up to release their sophomore album Are We a Danger To Ourselves?. If you’re a fan of Polar Bear Club, check out their first single ‘Temper Like a Hand Grenade’ here.

O’Brother Unleashes Garden Window

January 5, 2012 by Matt Zimmerman

O’Brother released their behemoth debut full length Garden Window digitally this past November and will finally be available on cd and vinyl this Tuesday, January 10. You can order your copy at the band’s official webstore.

Also catch the band on their co-headlining tour with Junius this spring. See dates at their Facebook linked above or their website.

Eternalism Release Date

December 31, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

The Panic Division will release their third full length Eternalism February 7 both digitally and physically. You can preview half of the album at Bandcamp now.

Keep checking back for more information on pre-order info.

Deep Sea Diver Launch Site

December 22, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

Deep Sea Diver has launched a new website with West Coast tour dates for January and a sneak-peek at a recently filmed session where you will be able to preview 4 songs from the band’s upcoming album due out February 2012.

Also, sign up for their mailing list to hear the band’s rendition of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”

Yellow Red Sparks New Website

December 22, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

Yellow Red Sparks launched their brand new website in anticipation of their debut full length due out early 2012.

You can stream 3 new songs from the upcoming record, read lyrics from said songs and sign up for the mailing list to keep up-to-date on all YRS news!

Artists In Aid Benefit Show

December 19, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

Harley Prechtel-Cortez (of Just An Animal) is putting together a benefit show called “Artists in Aid” which benefits the HHCLA (Homeless Health Care Los Angeles) this Thursday, December 22 at the Grand Star Bar in Los Angeles. It’s free but donations (monetary, blankets, canned goods) are encouraged.

House of Fools Stream New Tracks

December 14, 2011 by Dave Giumara

House of Fools have released a new song titled “Dogfight” off their upcoming album Versus the Beast due out soon. You can hear a stream of that song below as well as a stream of another song called “Another Place” here.

Dogfight – versus the beast by hofvtb

Good Old Single

December 13, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

Stream/download Good Old War‘s new single “Calling Me Names” at Bandcamp. The single comes from their new album Come Back As Rain due out March 6, 2012 on Sargent House Records.

See the album art and track listing at Paste.

fun. Post New Single

December 13, 2011 by Dave Giumara

You can stream the new single from fun. titled “One Foot” below. The song is taken from their upcoming album Some Nights in stores on February 21st.

Fun.: One Foot by Fueled By Ramen

Of Montreal Release New Album and Single

December 13, 2011 by Dave Giumara

of Montreal has announced the release of their new album, Paralytic Stalks, which will be available on February 7th, 2012. You can listen to the first single “Wintered Debts” off the album below.

Wintered Debts by of Montreal

School of Seven Bells Release New Single

December 6, 2011 by Dave Giumara

School of Seven Bells will be releasing their new album Ghostory on February 28th. You can stream the first single titled “The Night” below.

School of Seven Bells – The Night (New Song) by Vagrant Records

Handshakes Are Free

December 6, 2011 by Matt Zimmerman

Handshakes, featuring ex-members of Wintergreen, Sputnik Monroe, and Controlling the Famous, is offering their debut Cryptozoology at Bandcamp for free.

The band is currently working on their 1st full length due out in 2012.