27 things you need to know that happened this week
A lot happens in our scene each week. In an attempt to capture what you might've missed, we gather up noteworthy moments and package them in one convenient post every weekend. Check out this week's roundup below!
Read more: 15 things you need to know that happened last week (11/27-12/4)
1. Ahead of the release of their debut album Eternity, In Your Arms, U.K.’s Creeper have unveiled a new track on Daniel P. Carter's BBC Radio 1 Rock Show. Listen to “Hiding With Boys” here (start listening at 8:00), look out for a new video on Dec. 12 and grab the album on March 24 via Roadrunner Records!
2. The new Joyce Manor video will make you want to be in a band. Watch “Eighteen”:
3. Indie pop artist Sheare revealed an eye-catching video for “Tired Of Always Running,” which was shot 1,350 different locations using stop motion over the course of 3 days. How cool? Watch:
4. As It Is shared an acoustic video for tracks from their forthcoming record, Okay., one of our most anticipated pop-punk albums of 2017. Listen and watch As It Is perform “Okay” and “Pretty Little Distance” solo:
5. Our Last Night teamed up with Andie Case for an awesome cover of “All We Know.” Check it out:
6. Spot someone familiar in this Funny Or Die skit? Yep—it’s Frank Iero. Watch:
7. Watch Ben Bruce take his daughter to her first Asking Alexandria show in an adorable clip from The Daddy Diaries.
Asking Alexandria’s Ben Bruce is giving us a little introspective look at what it’s like to be a new dad in his web series, “The Daddy Diaries.” Read more about his new online series here!
8. You Me At Six dropped a VEVO live session of their track “Give,” from their forthcoming album Night People. What do you think?
9. Get exclusive 7’ records on your doorstep with Polyvinyl Records’ monthly subscription.
For the third year, Polyvinyl records has teamed up with 12 artists and bands to create an exclusive subscription-based service.
For $120 (US) you’ll receive a 7” from artists such as Modern Baseball, Joyce Manor, Mothers and more—and every song is exclusive to this subscription. You’ll also receive some other cool goodies as well. Sign up here.
10. Norma Jean share their 45 minute documentary ‘Luminæries.’ Check it out below!
The documentary was previously only available with select editions of their most recent album, Polar Similar.
11. The Rocket Summer cover “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” in memory of John Lennon.
In honor of John Lennon, who was shot and killed 36 years ago, the Rocket Summer’s Bryce Avary covered his iconic song, “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”.
12. The Frights are wishing their fans a Merry Christmas with their new track “Christmas Everyday.” Check out the festive video for the song below!
13. Eisley debuted a new song, announces new album and US tour.
”I’m Only Dreaming” will release on February 17 and will be the band’s fifth album. Vocalist/Guitarist Sherri DuPree-Bemis talked about the new album noting “Musically, you could say it's classic Eisley, in the sense that it’s melodic, moody pop and is written from the heart. Lyrically, it’s very whimsical; it has a vibe that will take you into its own world and let you escape your normal life for a few minutes.”
Tour Dates:
Feb 16 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall – Upstairs
Feb 17 Dallas, TX @ House of Blues – Cambridge Room
Feb 18 Waco, TX @ Common Grounds
Feb 20 Nashville, TN @ Exit/In
Feb 21 Atlanta, GA @ Vinyl
Feb 22 Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle – Back Room
Feb 23 Vienna, VA @ Jammin Java
Feb 24 Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage
Feb 25 Richmond, VA @ The Broadberry
Feb 26 Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun – Wolf Den
Feb 27 New York, NY @ Webster Hall – Studio
Feb 28 Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall
Mar 02 South Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
Mar 03 Ithaca, NY @ The Haunt
Mar 04 Buffalo, NY @ Waiting Room – Studio
Mar 05 Pittsburgh, PA @ The Club at Stage AE
Mar 06 Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry at The Fillmore
Mar 08 Columbus, OH @ The Basement
Mar 09 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop
Mar 10 Detroit, MI @ Shelter
Mar 11 Chicago, IL @ Subterranean
Mar 12 Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St Entry
Mar 13 Indianapolis, IN @ The HiFi
Mar 20 Denver, CO @ Lost Lake Lounge
Mar 22 Portland, OR @ Star Theater
Mar 23 Seattle, WA @ Chop Suey
Mar 25 San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill
Mar 27 Los Angeles, CA @ Troubadour
Mar 28 San Diego, CA @ House of Blues – Voodoo Room
Mar 29 Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues – The Parish
Mar 30 Phoenix, AZ @ Valley Bar
14. Palisades released a new song “Through Hell,” off their upcoming self-titled LP, set to drop Jan. 20. Give it a listen below:
In addition to their new song, the band are kicking off the second leg of their fall headlining tour, featuring Sylar, Blindwish and Artwork. Tickets for all shows are on sale now. Check out the full list of cities and dates below!
Tour dates: 12.11.2016 – Birmingham, AL – The Syndicate Lounge
12.13.2016 – St. Petersburg, FL The Local 662
12.14.2016 – Orlando, FL – The Backbooth
12.15.2016 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
12.16.2016 – Fayetteville, NC – Drunk Horse
12.17.2016 – Whitehall, PA – Planet Trog
12.18.2016 – Amityville, NY – Amityville Music Hall
12.20.2016 – Buffalo, NY – Waiting Room
12.21.2016 – Toledo, OH – Frankies
12.22.2016 – Williamsport, PA – Ground Floor
15. Atlanta pop-indie solo project I the Victor released the “Toothpick” video. Taken from the Pause EP, “Toothpick” combines spoken work and pop instrumentation to create a poignant result. Watch:
16. Stay Warm Festival announced its 2016 lineup. To be held Dec. 17 and 18 in Toronto at Danforth Music Hall and curated by members of Silverstein, Stay Warm will feature Code Orange, Rarity, Coldfront, Citizen, American Nightmare, Protest The Hero and more.
Lineup:
17th
Silverstein
American Nightmare
Citizen
Code Orange
Coldfront
Rarity
18th
Protest the Hero
The Flatliners
A Wilhelm Scream
Cyclamen
River Oaks
Sparrows
Grab tickets here!
17. I Set My Friends On Fire have returned with a new single and signing announcement. Now part of Tragic Hero’s roster, check out the video for “My Uzi Holds A Hundred Round Conscience”—the band’s first new music in five years.
18. Ashestoangels have premiered “Tragic Songs,” the first track released from their impending EP, The Unreliable Narrator, which is set for release on Dec. 13.
