PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS & FUTURE SOUNDS SXSW TEASER

Here's just a little teaser of some of the video PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS and Future Sounds were able to capture while at SXSW at our parties, from LISSIE to KINGS GO FORTH to CHASING KINGS, just to name a few. They'll be rolling out the full-length videos along with intimate interview segments so what this space for more.....

FUTURE SOUNDS + AMERICAN SONGWRITER + XO PR PRESENTS

What? 2 parties at the same time?? Future Sounds teamed up with AMERICAN SONGWRITER MAGAZINE and XO PUBLICITY to put on a show that highlights those that are practiced at the art of quality songwriting. It all starts at 2:15pm @ Stompin' Grounds out on South Congress. Here's the line-up:

2:15pm David Vandervelde
3:00pm Lissie
4:00pm Rocky Votolato
5:00pm Ben Sollee & Daniel Martin Moore
6:00pm Matthew Mayfield
6:50pm Joe Purdy

FUTURE SOUNDS @ SXSW - STOMPIN' GROUNDS

Here's the first of a number of SXSW Party announcements from us, because we've got a bunch lined up, but this one we're particularly proud of because it represents some of the most gifted songwriters out there these days all in one place. So on Thursday @ STOMPIN' GROUNDS on S. Congress from 2pm-7pm Future Sounds, along with our friends at XO PUBLICITY and AMERICAN SONGWRITER MAGAZINE are hosting this intimate party.

2:15 David Vandervelde
3:00 Lissie
4:00 Rocky Votolato
5:00 Ben Sollee & Daniel Martin Moore
6:00 Matthew Mayfield
6:50 Joe Purdy

We'll be announcing the 4 RUMBLE parties early next week, as well as WOXY parties and shows.

FUTURE SOUNDS GOES BIG @ NEXT BIG NASHVILLE IN OCTOBER

Future Sounds is proud to take part in this year's NEXT BIG NASHVILLE conference from October 7th through the 11th in Music City. We're doing 4 nights of showcases with our friends WOXY and the HOT FREAKS and having the first ever RUMBLE: NASHVILLE. What impressed us most about the NBN folks was their quest to really champion the artists in their region of the US and their willingness to take chances on bands that are still building their buzz, rather than just rehashing all the usual suspects as many of the industry conferences have gone. It's a place where bands can still play and have a chance at something happening to their career. Bigger isn't always better.

We're holding court at The EXIT/IN all week and although we can't share the whole line ups for each night just yet, we can say that we have many former Future Sounds acts such as THE BLACK ANGELS, DAVID VANDERVELDE, OTHER GIRLS, BLACK GOLD, JEMINA PEARL (Formerly Be Your Own Pet), PHOSPHORESCENT, JESSICA LEA MAYFIELD, and DEAD CONFEDERATE. We'll have more for you soon.

We'll be announcing our showcases soon, and more about the conference. Here's the NBN Press Release....

Next Big Nashville Announces Initial Artist Lineup

2009 Music Festival and Conference being held October 7- 10

Wristbands and VIP Badges On Sale Now

Nashville, TN - The 4th annual Next BIG Nashville Music Festival and Conference has released it's initial artist lineup being held October 7 -10.

Keeping true to Nashville's Music City tradition, NBN 09 will not only spotlight bands with ties to Nashville, but will also feature artists from around the globe. The festival will again host a 3 day creative conference with interactive presentations given by industry leaders and emerging innovators. This years conference will be held at The Martha Rivers Ingram Center for the Performing Arts at Vanderbilt University's Blair School of Music..

NBN 09 will begin with the newly revived Nashville Music Awards Opening Reception on Wednesday, October 7th, followed by the debut of the new Ten Out of Tenn lineup presented by Brite Revolution.

VIP events will be announced as well, and will include the 3rd Annual BMI/Guitar Center VIP Brunch at Cabana on Saturday, October 10.

Tickets for individual nights as well as Wristbands and VIP badges are currently on sale at www.nextbignashville.net. Initial info on artists, films, wristbands and VIP Badges below.
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FILMS:
All The Way From Michigan, Not Mars Premiere (Rosie Thomas documentary, Rosie will be performing after the movie), WE FUN (Nash-made documentary on the Atlanta underground music scene, featuring Black Lips & King Khan), and more.


ARTISTS:
Lucero, Black Angels, Jemina Pearl, Ten Out Of Tenn, Jessica Lea Mayfield, David Vandervelde, Nico Vega, Lord T & Eloise, Heypenny, The Protomen, SONOS, American Bang, Madi Diaz, Bear In Heaven, Rosie Thomas, Other Girls, How I Became the Bomb, Howlies, BLACK GOLD, Disappears, Amy LaVere, The Non-Commissioned Officers, eastmountainsouth, Dukes of Daville, Space Capone, Sarah Siskind, Dignan, The Rocketboys, Matt Friction & The Cheap Shots, Heavy Cream, Mikky Ekko, Steve Moakler, Courtney Jaye, Jeremy Lister, Butterfly Boucher, Michael Ford Jr. & Apache Relay, Luna Halo, Future, Civil Twilight, AutoVaughn, Phosphorescent, Mike's Pawn Shop, Downtown Handshake, Cortney Tidwell, Caitlin Rose, Megan McCormick, Chris Crofton & The Alcohol Stuntband, Pico Vs Island Trees, Modoc, The Clutters, Cedric Burnside & Lightnin' Malcolm, Eureka Gold, Twin Tigers, Andrew Belle, KS Rhoads, The Civil Wars, Paper Navy, Venus Hum, The Young Republic, Mean Tambourines, Oblio, Roman Candle, Tyler James, Trent Dabbs, Brenn, Parachute Musical, The Champion and His Burning Flame, Shoot The Mountain and many more.


NBN is delighted to welcome the fine folks at Future Sounds (WOXY.com/The Hot Freaks/The Rumble) on board as sponsors of all three NBN nights at the legendary Exit/In. ASCAP, BMI & SESAC will all return with stellar showcase lineups for this year as well!

Expect NBN's now-notorious Afterparties to be even livelier in 2009 including a blowout closing night event in the Cannery Ballroom/Mercy Lounge parking lot on Sat. Oct. 10.
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Wristband - $40

Description: Access to 4 Days of incredible music by artists ranging from unknown newcomers to blog-buzz BIG-shots at Nashville's premier tvenues including Exit/In, 12th & Porter, Cannery Ballroom, The End, The Rutledge, Mercy Lounge, The Basement, The 5 Spot, Bluebird Cafe, Belcourt Theatre and more. The wristband also gets you into exclusive NBN afterparties as well as delivering special NBN-only discounts at select retail outlets, bars, coffeehouses and restaurants during NBN week.

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VIP Badges- $100

Description: All the goods that come with wristbands, plus NBN VIP Events (including the Third Annual BMI/Guitar Center Brunch at Cabana). The VIP Badge is also your ticket to see the Second Annual NBN Creative Conference featuring panels and presentations from innovators and industry experts alike at the illustrious Martha Rivers Ingram Center for the Performing Arts at Vanderbilt University. Not to mention the NBN VIP Bag (stuffed with premium swag) and more.

FUTURE SOUNDS DEBUTS....

More information on bands that debuted this week on the FUTURE SOUNDS show....

RICH GIRLS
FROM: New York
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/richgirlsnyc
UNSIGNED

The RICH GIRLS are dudes from NYC that just gave the entire EP away this week for download. Rockin' in a HOLD STEADY kinda way at times. Track: "The First World War"

BOY CRISIS

FROM: New York
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/boycrisis
Unsigned

You know you're doing something right when you form your band and you quickly start up online controversy. People are talking about BOY CRISIS, cool remixes, and keeping fast company with MGMT and BLACK KIDS. July 21 Bowery Ballroom show coming soon. Track: "Dressed To Digress"

STRICKEN CITY

FROM: London
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/strickencity
Unsigned

Everything I've heard from STRICKEN CITY thus far, I've liked. I'd really like to see them live, to find out if Rebekah Raa is truly the kind of frontwoman I think she is. Looks like they are giving their EP away for free as well. Track: "Tak O Tak"

BLACK GOLD

FROM: Brooklyn, NY
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/blackgoldrush
Red Bull Records

Don't roll your eyes at another 'Black' band, this one is BLACK GOLD. Don't confuse it with SUGAR & GOLD, or SAM SPARRO's 'Black & Gold', it's BLACK GOLD bitches, recognize. I had a tough time picking which track to play, it's all impressive. Track: "The Comedown"

HAPPY ANARCHY

FROM: Staten Island, NY
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/happyanarchy
Highlark Records

My Jam of the Week was from Staten Island? Turns out this is their sophomore record, which I heard from listening to a college station in Dallas and I'm hooked. Track: "At The Bottom Of The Sea"

ROBOTS IN DISGUISE

FROM: London
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/robotsindisguise
President Records

This album, "We're In The Music Biz" caused a stir instantly thanks to an album cover where the ladies are naked and their cop outfits painted on (don't start looking closely you pervs). Part of England's 'The Mighty Boosh'-mania, these transformers are more than meets the eye. Track: "The Tears"

AIR FRANCE

FROM: Gothenburg, Sweden
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/theairfrance
Sincerely Yours

Everyone's darlings, mine too! The UK's answer to THE AVALANCHES, but mixing in the beauty of BEACH HOUSE. History proves that I love my Swedes, and this EP, 'No Way Down', is brilliant. Track: "Collapsing At Your Doorstep"

LADYHAWKE

FROM: London via Australia
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/ladyhawkerock
Modular Records

The track I dropped today, "Paris Is Burning", has a funky-ass wiggle to it. What makes it even finer is that Ms Ladyhawke is a fox. They have a lot of people talking about them in the UK, should wind up here before too much longer.

THE KING BLUES

From: London
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/thekingblues
Field Records UK

Oh yeah it's British, has the LIBERTINES- pub fighter sound all over it, and I'm ready to drink with them. Still trying to find out more info on these guys, but this London six-piece are political and want to take on George Bush. Track: "Let's Hang The Landlord"

Some old friends returning with new music:

DAVID VANDERVELDE - Track: "Someone Like You"
Perfect AM radio songs - what happened to the T. Rex??? Looks like someone moved to Nashville and fell into a soulful hole. Previously on FS27.

DIKTA - Track: "Just Getting Started"
Brand new demos sent my way from Iceland's answer to COLDPLAY. They are coming to LA next month for a week of dates to show off all this new material. Big vocals. Previously on FS26.

MYSTERY JETS - Track: "Two Doors Down"
Who isn't in love with this song about a guy in love with a girl that lives '2 doors down'? When we put them on FS19 forever ago, they seemed like a psychedelic band, a la THE CORAL, and now they're turning out hit songs.

BIRDMONSTER - Track: "Born To Be Your Man"
The mighty BIRDMONSTER are back! The San Francisco that blazed into everyone's blogconsciousnous a few years back have delivered the follow up - 'From The Mountain To The Sea' - and they're as catchy as they've ever been. Previously on FS23.

THE TEMPER TRAP - Track: "Oooh Baby"
Melbourne, Australia's TTT sent over their latest album only this morning, right as I was leaving for Little Radio, and since then I've played this five times - WOW! There are some big songs on this release. Previously on FS26.

FUTURE SOUNDS UPDATES

I just received four new songs, unmixed, from a band I've been yapping about for some time - LA's SABROSA PURR. I just keep playing it again and again, mostly because I'm addicted to the scream. Now, if you've received Future Sounds over the years, I generally don't respond to many heavy bands that scream, but when you nail it, you nail it. SP's frontman, Will Love, has the best scream in the music business. These tracks will make up their forthcoming release, 'To The Crickets and The Ghosts'. My favorites so far are 'Mary On The Side' and the monster 'Killing The Aries'. Think JANES ADDICTION meets FU MANCHU. Raw power indeed.

LIONS & TIGERS (FS26) are playing tonight at the Luna Lounge in Brooklyn with THE JAGUAR CLUB.
The BAND OF THIEVES will be featured on Fox's GOOD DAY NEW YORK tomorrow morning at 8:30am, performing 'Woman', one of my feel good songs of the summer.

At this point my other summer fav's would have to be:
NEW YOUNG PONY CLUB - "The Bomb"
CALVIN HARRIS - "The Girls"
MAGIC BULLETS - "Heatstroke"
ILLINOIS - "One On One"
KUDU - "Rock This Way"
COLD WAR KIDS - "Hang Me Up To Dry"
JAMIE T - "If You Got The Money"
ROLLING STONES - "Shattered"


In LA Tonight:
Indie 103.1 presents FOREIGN BORN (FS19) + GREAT NORTHERN tonight at the Hammer Museum for FREE!

The Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90024

The outrageous, GRAVY TRAIN!!! (FS02) is on the cover of this week's SF WEEKLY

What's up with all these jackasses that hack our Myspace pages and send out spam full of misspellings and stupid offers? Does it ever work??

The new INTERPOL - Our Love To Admire is good, and maybe in time it will grow on me, but I'm kinda underwhelmed so far after 5-6 plays. I think it's because I always have such high expectations, and that first record is one of the best. It's better than most, but I wonder how big it can go with the help of Capitol Records?


Long time FUTURE SOUNDER- DAVID HOPKINS, has a new CD out called 'Running With Knives'. It's self-released (for now) and has some tracks you may recall like "Meet Me In The Morning" (FS23). Rumor has it the Hopper has moved to LA. His name was also 'Buzzin' on HITS yesterday.







Two acts that I really love, DAVID VANDERVELDE (FS27) and BLITZEN TRAPPER, are heading out on the road together here in July across the country.

David Vandervelde & Blitzen Trapper - 2007 Tour Dates
07-11 San Francisco, CA - Bottom of the Hill
07-13 Los Angeles, CA - Spaceland
07-14 Tempe, AZ - Stinkweeds
07-16 Austin, TX - Emo’s Lounge
07-17 Dallas, TX - The Loft
07-18 Houston, TX - Walter’s on Washington
07-19 Hattiesburg, MS - Thirsty Hippo
07-20 Atlanta, GA Drunken Unicorn
07-21 Wilmington, NC - Bella Festa
07-22 Washington, DC - Rock and Roll Hotel
07-23 Philadelphia, PA - Johnny Brenda’s
07-24 Allston, MA - Great Scott
07-25 New York, NY - Mercury Lounge
07-26 Buffalo, NY - The Icon
07-27 Ann Arbor, MI - Blind Pig
07-28 Chicago, IL - Empty Bottle
07-29 Minneapolis, MN - Triple Rock
07-30 Omaha, NE - The Slowdown
07-31 Denver, CO - Hi-Dive
08-01 Salt Lake City, UT - Kilby Court
08-03 Seattle, WA - The Crocodile Cafe

The new album by EDITORS - 'An End Has A Start' debuted at #1 in the UK, selling over 60,000 copies in the first week. They've come a long way from being unsigned on FS18 ("Bullets") !!! Congrats to a great live band.

Better late than never, GALLOWS are Spin.com's 'Band of the Day' today.


I ran across a link on a blog somewhere for the London band, BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB and like what I've heard thus far on Myspace. Hell, they're playing the Reading and Leeds Festivals, so they must be getting some action while being unsigned. Check out 'Cancel On Me', let it play until the end......