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Comeback Kid Release New Song, New Album Details

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Comeback Kid are set to release their new album, Symptoms + Cures, on August 31st through Victory Records. Produced by Eric Ratz (Cancer Bats, Billy Talent) and Kenny Luong (Cancer Bats, Billy Talent), Symptoms + Cures features 11 mind-blowing tracks assured to please.  Drummer Kyle Profeta states, “Our last album was more of a ‘feeler.’ We were just getting in the mode of Andrew becoming our front man. With Symptoms + Cures, we have really found our sound with him and we are all really excited about it.”

Fans can get a taste of the new record by visiting the band’s MySpace page, where the first track “Do Yourself A Favor” has been posted.

In support of the new album, Comeback Kid will be touring all over the world.  After playing a small string of festivals in August, the band begins “Through The Noise,” their headlining Canadian tour. Directly after the headlining run, Comeback Kid begins “The Imperial Never Say Die!” tour, taking them across Europe. Details on a very special US tour will also be announced shortly, so be on the lookout!  A full list of all tour dates can be seen below.

Festivals

Aug 7, 2010            Kent, UK @ Hevy Festival
Aug 14, 2010          Winnipeg, MB, CA @ Red River Exhibition
Aug 21, 2010          Grobposna/Leipzig, DE @ Highfield
Aug 22, 2010          Ludinghausen, DE @ Area 4

Through The Noise Tour

Sep 10, 2010           Vancouver, BC, CA @ Rickshaw Theatre
Sep 11, 2010           Kelowna, BC, CA @ Habitat
Sep 12, 2010           Calgary, AB, CA @ Republik
Sep 13, 2010           Edmonton, AB, CA @ Starlite
Sep 14, 2010           Regina, SK, CA @ The Exchange
Sep 17, 2010           Timmins, ON, CA @ Club 147
Sep 19, 2010           Barrie, ON, CA @ The Mansion
Sep 20, 2010           Guelph, ON, CA @ Vinyl
Sep 21, 2010           St. Catharines, ON, CA @ Level 3
Sep 22, 2010           London, ON, CA @ Music Hall
Sep 23, 2010           Toronto, ON, CA @ The Opera House
Sep 24, 2010           Ottawa, ON, CA @ Ritual
Sep 25, 2010           Montreal, QC, CA @ Le Studio
Sep 26, 2010           Jonquiere, QC, CA @ Le Bunker
Sep 27, 2010           Quebec City, QC, CA @ Dagobert

The Imperial Never Say Die! Tour

Oct 29, 2010          Oberhause, DE @ Turbinenhalle
Oct 30, 2010          Paris, FR @ ELYSEE MONTMARTRE
Oct 31, 2010          Birmingham, UK @ O2 Academy 1
Nov 1, 2010           Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK @ O2 Academy 1
Nov 2, 2010           Glasgow, UK @ O2 ABC
Nov 3, 2010           London, UK @ HMV FORUM
Nov 4, 2010           Portsmouth, UK @ Pyramids
Nov 5, 2010           Manchester, UK @ Academy 1
Nov 6, 2010           Aarschot, BE @ Stadsfeestzaal Aarschot
Nov 7, 2010           Tilbou, AN @ 013
Nov 8, 2010           Hamburg, DE @ GROSSEFREIHEIT
Nov 9, 2010           Stockholm, SE @ Fryshuset/Klubben
Nov 11, 2010         Berlin, DE @ HUXLEY’S
Nov 12, 2010         Karlsruhe, DE @ SUBSTAGE
Nov 13, 2010         Prague, CZ @ Abaton
Nov 14, 2010         Krakow, PL @ Rotunda
Nov 16, 2010         Bologna, IT @ ESTRAGON
Nov 17, 2010         Pratteln, CH @ Z7
Nov 18, 2010         Munich, DE @ Backstage Werk
Nov 19, 2010         Leipzig, DE @ WERK 2
Nov 20, 2010         Wurzburg, DE @ Posthalle

The Gaslight Anthem Announce First Leg of Fall Headlining Tour

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The Gaslight Anthem is excited to announce the first leg of their Fall North American headline tour, supported by The Menzingers and Fake Problems. Presale tickets for the Fall tour dates announced this week can be purchased here before general onsale commences at the end of this week. The band’s full Fall tour kicks off September 4 in Lincoln, NE, and will continue through September, including a headline appearance in New York City at Radio City Music Hall, before culminating with The Gaslight Anthem’s October 9 appearance at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in Austin, Texas. Many more headline shows during this run will be announced over the next few weeks.

The Gaslight Anthem are currently on tour with Tim Barry (Avail) and Chamberlain, and will be performing live on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno this Friday, July 23.

JULY

21 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern *
22 – San Jose, CA – “Music in the Park Series”
24 – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre *
26 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue *
27 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues *
28 – Columbus, OH – LC Pavillion *
29 – Philadelphia, PA – Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing *
31 – Providence, RI – Lupo’s *

AUGUST

01 – Montreal, QC – Osheaga Music and Arts Festival
02 – Boston, MA – House of Blues *
05 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summerstage (w/ Frank Turner and William Elliott Whitmore)

SEPTEMBER

04 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre (18+)  #
05 – Fargo, ND – The Venue (All Ages)  #
06 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre (All Ages)  #
08 – Edmonton, AB – Edmonton Event Centre (All Ages)  #
09 – Calgary, AB – MacEwan Hall (All Ages)  #
11 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom (19+)  #
13 – Seattle, WA – Showbox SoDo (All Ages)  #
14 – Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom (All Ages)  #
16 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot (21+)  #
18 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave (All Ages)  #
19 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre (All Ages)  #
30 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall (w/ special guests)

OCTOBER

09 – Austin City Limits Festival

* = w/ Tim Barry and Chamberlain
# = w/ The Menzingers and Fake Problems

Warped Tour for the (New) Photographer

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Gaining credentials to Warped Tour is one thing, but shooting all day is a whole other. It’s like shooting a typical show, but ALL DAY LONG. It’s hot, crowded, and long. There are definite pros and definite cons. Either way, it’s best to be prepared.

1) You have to start somewhere”¦but”¦I’m not sure a huge venue/tour such as the Warped Tour is the place to start. It’s DEFINITELY a great idea to test out both your camera and your skills at local shows before you gain mainstream coverage.

2) An SLR does not equate photographer”¦Anyone can buy a fancy camera, but what’s the purpose if you only shoot automatic and can’t figure out simple settings such as ISO or white balance? No matter how much a camera costs, it will never be as perfect as a skilled and educated photographer. And it shows!

3) Know your CAMERA”¦I shouldn’t have to say that, but while standing in the photo pit at Warped there were several girls who had no idea what they were doing. One had a Sidekick (old school smart phone) as her camera. Another had a brand new Sony dSLR, but had no idea how to use it. As the photographers waited she asked me if I knew how to fix an issue. Sure, I did, but why did’t she? A camera’s manual, the internet, and experience are your best friends. Utilize.

4) BE COURTEOUS”¦Being in the photo pit is a privilege. Most people behind the barricade are there with a purpose and on an assignment. It’s rude when a) you hog the prime center spot the entire three songs b) you are using your phone as a camera c) you walk in front of shots d) you stop taking photos and simply hang where the other photographers are shooting and e) IF YOU DON’T HAVE AN DSLR OR SOMETHING EQUIVALENT, it’s not really the place for you.

5) The awesome thing about Warped Tour”¦is that’s it’s outside and you can rely on natural lighting. As long as you are aware of how to operate your camera, you don’t necessarily need a lot of fancy equipment. You could probably shoot with simply a kit lens and still walk away with good shots.

6) Pay attention to the crowd. Awesome shots are lurking there.

Chances are if you follow your instincts shooting Warped Tour should be a breeze.

Part 1 – Recommendation: Closure in Moscow >> Part 2 – Warped Tour For Beginners

The Spill Canvas Set To Release New Full Length

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The Spill Canvas are set to release their new full length album, Formalities, on July 27th. This digital only release will feature favorite tracks from both EPs, a few special acoustic versions and, of course, new material. The full album can be purchased for a special low price of 7.99, with tracks available a la carte for fans who may already own the EPs.  Additionally, a bundle with a digital download and t-shirt is available exclusively on The Spill Canvas website for only $15.99. [Read more…]