Ok friends, you better sit down for this one. The lead singer of Chiodos, Craig Owens, has been kicked out of the band after 8 years of holding the mic. The guys will not give us a reason as to why they’ve decided to let him go, but they claim it was “necessary”. Prior to this decision, Chiodos was in the process of writing a new album and the band has stated they will absolutely be continuing on as a band.  Can the band make it without their charismatic front-man?  I guess we’ll find out.

Click the Full Story link to see the full statement. [Read more…]

Paper + Plastick Records has put together a sampler available for free download. Among the 23 tracks lies Protagonist‘s “1095 Days”, Landmines’ “Piggy Bank and “Evil Eye”, Gatorface‘s “Flak Jacket”, The Riot Before‘s “Capillaries”, Shook Ones‘ “Who Told Omar” and more.

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Young Livers have posted a studio video of the guys recording their follow up album to the 2007 “The New Drop Era”. Click the Full Story link to take a look. Also don’t forget Young Livers will be performing at The Fest 8 in Gainesville, Florida so if you haven’t already mapped out your road trip, perhaps now’s the time to do it.

The new album which we’ll call “Sophomore Album X” since we don’t have a name for it, will be released on.. sometime.. via No Idea Records. [Read more…]

Bring Me The Horizon will soon be releasing “Suicide Season Cut Up”- a remix of the entire “Suicide Season” album that was released November of 2008. They’ve posted one of the featured songs “Sleep With One Eye Open (Tek One Remix)” to their MySpace music player.

The new album is said to be released November 2nd on Epitaph Records.

Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing” has remained a favorite for many over the years, but unlike the last time I heard it, it’s not accompanied by about 100 drunken college kids in an overcrowded bar. Panic! At The Disco‘s Brendon Urie just did a cover of this song, and I have to say it’s pretty good. So go check it out and make up your mind for yourself.

New York’s Bridge and Tunnel are heading out this October with Look Mexico. The tour lasts about a month long, and it appears they are mainly hitting up the east coast. To find out where exactly they are playing check out the Dying Scene Shows page.

Bridge and Tunnel released, “East/West” on No Idea Records in 2008.

So Chiodos just made an announcement that they have been staying super busy writing a new album. Unfortunately, they didn’t really say much more than that…no title..no release date…So if you happen to know any of these details, feel free to inform me. As soon as more news comes in we will be sure to let you know!

Their last album, “Bone Palace Ballet: Grand Coda” was released in 2008 on Equal Vision Records.

HORSE The Band is releasing the music video for “Shapeshift” September 25th on MySpace Metal. Until then, they have uploaded the trailer as a teaser. After watching it, I’m definitely interested to see what the whole video will be like…I mean the whole room is spinning, there’s a baby, and a very unhappy looking girl…interesting combo. But watch it for yourself and let us know what you think.

“Shapeshift” is off their album, “Desperate Living” which hits the stores October 6th on Vagrant. [Read more…]

Radio Racer has just added a clip of “Teenage Picture Show” to their MySpace page. It’s only about a minute long, but so far sounds pretty catchy. I’m pretty sure it’s off their upcoming album “My Island”, considering the other three songs they have up are from that album… but hey I could be wrong. Anyways if you feel like tuning into your emo side for the afternoon (and yes, we all have one) go give it a listen.

Rise Against is premiering the music video for “Savior” on MTV Monday, September 28th. “Savior” is off their album “Appeal To Reason” released in 2008 on Interscope Records. I couldn’t find the exact time this video will be premiering..but I’m sure if you scan the guide on your TV it will be slotted in between one reality show or another. It’s definitely worth looking for though, considering “Savior” is one of my favorite songs!