ORANGES // Las Vegas, NV : The most recent addition to the Blue Swan Records family just released their debut full length Taxonomy on September 22nd. Being new to the roster with an amazing recent release, we’re looking to give these guys an extra push to the world of media, so check it out!
EIDOLA // Salt Lake City, UT : is gearing up to kick off a U.S. headlining tour with Makari and Que/Sera from October 16th to November 10th. They released their progressive rock masterpieceDegeneraterra earlier this summer which is available for download/review in the link below along with a full tour poster and listing of dates.
HAIL THE SUN // Chico, CA : is about to head out on November 11th for a full U.S. tour with Our Last Night, Palisades andPicturesque. They recently premiered their music video for “Relax/Divide” exclusively via Alternative Press[HERE].
ICARUS THE OWL // Portland, OR :recently signed to Blue Swan Recordsbut are far from new to the hustle of being a touring band. The alternative pop-punk quartet are about to release their albumPilot Waves this Friday! They recently released a music video for single “Skysweeper” and are heading overseas with Closure In Moscow the beginning of November!
SIANVAR // West Coast : is made up of members from A Lot Like Birds, Stolas,Hail The Sun and Dance Gavin Dance.Theyjust wrapped up a headlining tour with Idlehands, Strawberry Girls &Movements this September, in support of their latest self-titled EP, which is available for media download/review in the link below. They’re currently in the studio working on the next LP!
STOLAS // Las Vegas, NV : recently wrapped up the Allomaternal Tour on 8/27 in support of their latest album (Allomaternal). Having toured with acts such as letlive. and Dance Gavin Dance, along with their constant hard work and touring, they have a rapidly growing fanbase.
KURT TRAVIS // Sacramento, CA :wrapped up his tour with Adventurer & In Angles, in support of his most recent solo work Everything is Beautiful. He’s currently gearing up to hit the road with A Lot Like Birds supporting Dance Gavin Dance on their 10 Year Anniversary Tour in mid-November. All the whilst, Kurt has been working on his own record label, Esque Records.
ADVENTURER // Detroit, MI : toured withLions Lions earlier this summer followed by supporting Kurt Travis on his recent tour. They are working on a full length, planning to hit the studio soon and have been building their local fanbase by playing numerous shows in the Michigan area.
SECRET BAND // Sacramento, CA :is composed of members of Dance Gavin Dance. The metal/post-hardcore band describes themselves as the “secret/darker side of Dance Gavin Dance.”
We’re so excited to announce that we’ll be participating in this year’s CMJ Music Marathon – with FIVE showcases! Check out the shows, discover the bands, give a thanks to our partners in crime that made these shows possible and get a list of all dates on our press page here. I’ll be at all of the shows, so it would be great to see your face and chat. If you’re interested in press passes to photograph, review and/or interview any BTCM bands playing, let us know!
Kick off our showcase series this with show tomorrow (October 14th) at Bar Matchless! Presented by Rocker Stalker, Behind The Curtains Media and SwitchBitch Records, this showcase features a eight-band bill of talented acts! Be sure to catch BTCM artists Zero Holds, The Grape And The Grain and headliners The Skulx! This show is 21+ with a $10 cover; doors open at 7pm, be sure to join the Facebook event here.
Join us the next day, October 15th for a day showcase at Arlene’s Grocery! We’ll be rocking out to all the bands, including new BTCM artist Charles Ellsworth, Wild Sun, and Zero Holds! The show is FREE (21+) so be sure to join the crowd on Facebook!
No time for rest – that evening of October 15th we’ll be running over for a show at Kings County Saloon! In addition to Rocker Stalker, TJO Presents and Sweetwater Brewing Company made this show possible! The show is FREE with badge or $8 cover without, 21+. A great line-up, BTCM featured bands are Wild Sun, Charles Ellsworth and The Skulx – do your Facebook RSVP here!
Be sure to save some energy for Friday, October 16th – because you won’t want to miss our DAY PARTY! Baby Robot Media joined us and Rocker Stalker in making this show possible! Completely free, this show kicks off at noon for those who are 21+. This six-band bill will keep you going all day – and be sure to catch BTCM’s Cosmonaut! Don’t be late to the party – RSVP on Facebook!
Friday night (October 16th) – we’ll be wrapping our show lineup at The Passenger Bar! Join us for some of BTCM’s old time favorites including Manic Pixi and The Skulx alongside acts such as The Wans, Ionia and The Courtesy Tier! This show is free, 21+ and starts at 7pm – don’t be late, RSVP on Facebook!
In celebration and to further promote ourCMJ showcases, The Skulx invite you to enter to win a free vinyl / shirt package via Behind The Curtains Media! Take a look [LINK]
