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Primordial Added To Bloodstock Open Air Bill

Posted in Shows on June 28, 2011

Irish black/folk metal legends Primordial have been confirmed as the final main stage addition to the UK's Bloodstock Open Air festival, taking place August 12th-14th at Derby's Catton Hall. 

It's not often this band grace the shores of England; and after releasing their eighth studio album Redemption At The Puritan's Hand to much critical acclaim earlier this year, it's been a long wait for news of an appearance on British soil. 

Joining them over the weekend, and also announced today are UK metallers Xerath. Carving a name out for themselves as one of the most exciting live bands of the moment, they are definitely ones to watch. 

The Power of the Riff schedules August shows

Posted in Shows on June 20, 2011

Southern Lord Recordings, in association with The Power of the Riff, have announced four installments of their live series. The installments will kick off with the August 13, 2011 second official The Power of the Riff Fest in Los Angeles, CA. Currently confirmed bands include Pentagram, Winter, Pelican, Trap Them, … Read more

The Descendents, Kid Dynamite, and Death Fromt Above 1979 Head to FYF Fest

Posted in Shows on June 15, 2011

FYF Fest have just announced the full line up for 2011. It features The Descendents, Death From Above 1979, Broken Social Scene, and Explosions in the Sky topping the bill. Other notable acts are Kid Dynamite, The Dead Milkmen, The Weakerthans, and Touche Amore. FYF Fest will take place September … Read more

Best Friends Day adds bands

Posted in Shows on June 2, 2011

Richmond, VA festival Best Friends Day, which takes place from August 18-21, 2011, has added Zero Boys, Kevin Seconds, Mikey Erg, Tubers, Sexy Crimes, and Grown Ass Men to the line-up. Bands previously announced include, but are not limited to, Against Me!, 7 Seconds, Converge, Corrosion of Conformity, Pg 99, … Read more

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Razorcake to celebrate 10 year anniversary

Posted in Shows on June 2, 2011

Non-profit zine Razorcake, which recently printed issue #62, has announced plans for a 10 year anniversary show in Highland Park, CA. The August 12, 2011 show will feature the Arrivals (recently interviewed by SPB), Hex Dispensers, Young Offenders, and Toys That Kill (also recently in SPB). The show will be … Read more

Tegan & Sara Announce Three "Intimate" Shows in Canada

Posted in Shows on May 31, 2011

Tegan & Sara have announced three Canadian shows in Alberta. The duo described the shows as being ...different from any shows we have ever done before in Canada. We are planning to do very special, intimate shows, with a new ensemble. They plan on accompanying each performance with a Q&A … Read more

Switchtense added to Resurrection Fest

Posted in Shows on May 27, 2011

Resurrection Fest, taking place from July 28-30 in Viverio, Spain, has added Portuguese thrash metal act Switchtense to the bill. Also playing the festival are Meshuggah, Sylosis, Kvelertak, Comeback Kid, Strife, Bouncing Souls, Gorilla Biscuits, and more. An official schedule has yet to be released. Read more

Fest 10 adds bands

Posted in Shows on May 24, 2011

The Fest 10 recently added more confirmations for the October 28-30, 2011 party in Gainesville, FL. Added to the already massive listing are: Ted Leo + The Pharmacists; Defiance, Ohio; Franz Nicolay; Mercury Program; Regents; Bangers (UK); Astpai (Austria); Run Forever; Street Eaters; The Holy Mess; Cutman; Junior Battles; Dude … Read more

Insubordination Fest 6 lineup announced

Posted in Shows on May 18, 2011

Insubordination Records has announced the lineup to their sixth annual festival held in Baltimore, MD. The fest will take place August 11-13 and bands announced thus far include the following: Chixdiggit!, Danny Vapid and the Cheats (playing his songs written for the Mopes, The Methadones, Screeching Weasel, and Riverdales), Dear … Read more

Midwest Hell Fest This Weekend In Wisconsin

Posted in Shows on May 9, 2011

Midwest Hell Fest takes place this weekend. Brought to you by Wisconsin Pirate Punks, Profane Existence & Hell on earth Records, this first time festival boasts an impressive line-up of bands, encompassing all things crust, thrash, black, ‘core, and so on. Featured acts include Germany’s Instinct Of Survival, From Ashes … Read more

Fest 10 tickets go on sale

Posted in Shows on May 4, 2011

With just under 6 months to go, Fest 10 has launched their full website, including ticket sales. The 10th Fest will take place October 28-30 in Gainesville, Florida. This year the pass will cost $100 for three days, but with an early booking rate of $75 for those who order … Read more

Details emerge for Long Island Fest 2011

Posted in Shows on April 28, 2011

Long Island Fest 2011 will be held on June 10-11 at the Bergen Point Country Club, and June 12 at the Bay Shore Sinai Reform Temple. Three day passes cost $42 and the following bands have been announced so far: Bottom OutBrooksiteCapitalCipherCompoundDaytraderFoundationGrey AreaHardsideIncendiaryInto It. Over It.Iron ChicLine Of ScrimmageMind Over … Read more

Lollapalooza Release Full 2011 Line-Up

Posted in Shows on April 26, 2011

Lollapalooza have released the full line-up for this year's festival. Topping the bill will be Foo Fighters, Eminem, Muse, and Coldplay. Other notable acts are Bright Eyes, Cee Lo Green, Death From Above 1979, Ween, and A Perfect Circle. The festival will take place at Grant Park in Chicago, IL … Read more

Coachella Is Streaming

Posted in Shows on April 16, 2011

If you're sad that you have to miss Coachella, don't fret! The festival has been streaming and will continue to stream through the rest of the weekend HERE. You'll be able to catch performances from bands such as Bright Eyes, The Arcade Fire, Gogol Bordello, Death From Above 1979, Jimmy … Read more

Arcade Fire, Phish, and Muse To Headline Outside Lands Fest

Posted in Shows on April 11, 2011

Outside Lands Fest announced the line-up for this year's installment, which has Muse, Phish, and Arcade Fire topping the bill. Some notable acts joining the fest are The Decemberists, MGMT, Big Boi, Beirut, The Black Keys, and Best Coast. The festival will take place August 12th-14th in San Francisco, CA … Read more

Strike Anywhere Announces Spring/Summer Shows

Posted in Shows on April 9, 2011

Strike Anywhere have announced a few shows this Spring and Summer in The US and Europe. They also mentioned a "special" show in July that will be announced soon. Hit the jump for dates. Read more 5/18- Charlottesville, VA at: The Southern w/ Worn In Red 5/19- Huntington, WV at: … Read more

Sound And Fury 2011 Announcements

Posted in Shows on April 5, 2011

The first of two Sound and Fury announcements were made today. The festival will be returning despite some mishaps they had last year. It will be taking place at Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara, CA on July 22nd-24th. Tickets can be purchased HERE: Hit the jump for the first … Read more

2011 Best Friends Day lineup announced

Posted in Shows on April 1, 2011

The annual Richmond tradition Best Friends Day 10 will be held in the Virginia city from August 18-21, 2011. Among others, the lineup will include Converge, Pg. 99, Strike Anywhere, Against Me!, 7 Seconds, Corrosion of Conformity (Animosity lineup), Baroness, Off With Their Heads, Jesuit, Dead to Me, Iron Lung, … Read more

East Coast Tsunami Fest Announces Details

Posted in Shows on March 25, 2011

The people behind East Coast Tsunami Fest fest have released some details of the upcoming 2011 version of the festival. It will be taking place in Reading, PA May 24th through 26th. The first set of bands have also been announced. Friday, June 24Leftover CrackMurphy's lawMucky PupThe SpudmonstersSaturday, June 25Blood … Read more

Teenage Bottlerocket, The Soviettes and Others Drop Out of Weasel Fest

Posted in Shows on March 21, 2011

Ben Weasel has been the talk of the punk world lately due to his actions at SXSW. Despite an apology, bands have dropped out of Weasel Fest which features Screeching Weasel and The Riverdales. Chixdiggit, The Soviettes, Chinese Telephones, and Teenage Bottlerocket have all decided to cancel their appearance at … Read more