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02/25/09 - TCP Releases The Way on 10T Records

ATLANTA, Georgia February 25, 2009 (10T Records) 10T Records is proud to announce the pending release of the debut full length CD release by TCP, entitled The Way on April 21, 2009, with a retail street date following on May 19th.

TCP is a project based around the collaborative spirits of Henry Tarnecky - vocals [Pennsylvania, USA], Blake Tobias - keyboards, bass [New York, USA], and Jack Wright - guitars, drums [Maryland, USA]. On their debut CD they are joined by a variety of special guests who help to forge the unique TCP sound, blending elements of classic-era progressive rock with a healthy dose of modern sensibility. Totaling over 70 minutes, the eleven tracks that make up The Way showcase the bands dynamic blend of dark, melodic vocals with extended instrumental interplay as layers of soaring guitar and keyboard passages lock into a solid foundation of shifting and complex rhythms.

When the music you've put your heart and soul into is now in someone else's hands, it's a huge act of trust and confidence, says founding member Blake Tobias. Steve and Jeff of 10T have shown they deserve that trust. TCP is proud to be associated with 10T and among this family of great artists. We're excited about the prospects of new and creative things that Jeff and Steve bring to the table; feeling this is The Way.

We are always on the lookout for bands that embody the 10T Records philosophy of adventurously reaching forward, says 10T Records president Steve Carroll. When we first listened to TCP we instantly knew this was a band that fit us like a glove, while being unlike any other artist on our roster. We couldn't be happier to be in a position to expose the rest of the world to what TCP has to offer.

The Way by TCP is available for immediate pre-order through the 10T Records website. All orders received between now and the official release date will ship by the end of the week prior to the official release. Additionally, selected tracks from The Way are available to preview in their entirety through the 10T Records website:

"The Way" by TCP on 10T Records

After May 19th, The Way will be available through your favorite retail outlet for immediate purchase.

Source - 10T Records - www.10trecords.com

02/25/09 - Fun Machine

Fun Machine just released their highly anticipated full length album Sonnenhuhn on the BNS Sessions record label on Feb. 24th, 2009. It will hit European record shops by March 4th, 2009. Distribution through Cargo Records (UK/Europe/Digital) and Carrot Top Records (US).

Fun Machine is:
John Piatkowski - Keyboards, Vocals
Andrew Wetzel - Guitars, Vocals
Renee Maskin - Bass
Colin Ryan - Drums and Percussion

Album art - Renee Maskin

Sonnenhuhn was recorded at Hypersnakes Studios in Sayreville, NJ
Produced by Daniel Schlett and Fun Machine
Engineer: Andrew Soto

Press:
"An absolute gem of a record if that is your idea of turntable entertainment happens to consists of a 40 plus minute spectacle wherein every worthwhile pop manoeuvre of say the last forty years along with the addition of several kitchen sinks is shoehorned into the finite and hotly wired grooves that harness these 8 rollicking treats."

Mark Barton (Losing Today/The Sunday Experience, UK)

"Fun Machine's music is accessible and catchy. It sounds familiar and yet new and refreshing. It is well played, cleverly composed and a delight to listen to."

Avestin (Progarchives.com)

Source: www.myspace.com/funmachine

02/25/09 - Satellite “Nostalgia”

Satellite’s new album entitled “Nostalgia” was released on the past Monday, 23rd February (in USA on 10th March). The band’s fourth album is their most mature offering so far. The music is a combination of the sound of the 70’s with the modern 21st century sound. The lyrics relate to each other in a loose manner - they're about coming to terms with the past, about the need for a change, starting anew, distancing oneself to one's own past. At the same time, ironically, the music on "Nostalgia" manifests a longing for the mood of the 70's and 80's.

Metal Mind Productions is receiving first reviews of "Nostalgia" and so far they are all very enthusiastic as the one done by Bob McBeath for one of the most influential prog websites: www.progarchives.com. The journalist gave the album 5 of 5 stars:

“As the opening fanfare of the 9 minute "Every desert got its ocean" bursts confidently forth we are immediately reassured that the band have lost none of their passion and energy. The structure of the song is reminiscent of Yes during their "Fragile" days, with a powerhouse sound supporting symphonic keyboards and virtuoso lead guitar. Even the vocals have a retro feel to them, the overall result being a wonderful blend of neo-prog and classic symphonic prog.
(…)
This is an easy album for me to enjoy and to recommend. This is my sort of music to begin with. The fact that the album contains such fine examples of the style simply renders it indispensable in my book. With this their fourth album, Satellite have established themselves as the current leaders in their field and raised the bar a bit higher in the process. Those who enjoy their prog most when it has plenty of lead guitar, lush keyboard sounds, and most importantly supreme melodies are advised to indulge in a little "Nostalgia" without delay.”

The entire review is available in this location: http://www.progarchives.com/album.asp?id=21917

Tracklist:

1. Every desert got its ocean
2. Repaint the sky
3. Afraid of what we say
4. I want you to know
5. Over horizon
6. Am I losing touch?
7. Is it over?

Bonus tracks (only available on a ltd. CD digipak):
8. The color of the rain
9. Relaxed

Source: Label: Metal Mind Records - www.metalmind.com.pl
Release date: 23.02.2009 Europe / 10.03.2009 USA

02/25/09 - Tinyfish DVD Shoot

British band Tinyfish have recently shot their first DVD during their appearance at the first edition of the progressive rock festival, Progrock 2009, which took place in Katowice, Poland on 16-17 February. The fantastic stage at the Wyspianski Theatre has witnessed live shows of many important bands like Pendragon, Credo, Final Conflict, SBB, Satellite, Arena, Landmarq, Galahad, and Caamora to name a few. The shows at the theatre are acquiring a cult status among the fans of progressive rock, but also among the Artists themselves - the Wyspianski Theatre turned out to be not only a convenient place for such shows but also a very atmospheric, magical place.

Tinyfish is a four piece band based in South London with a deep and abiding interest in all forms of progressive music. The group formed in 2005 as part of an informal collective of musicians who enjoyed playing the acoustic open mic spots of London. Although profoundly influenced by the UK progressive scene, the band were keen to break from as many of the traditional prog clichés as possible. “I would die of boredom if I thought we were just recycling the songs and sound of the 70’s” said lead singer and songwriter Simon Godfrey. To that end, Tinyfish chose to write and perform without the aid of a keyboard player, using guitar synths, electronic percussion and a myriad of special effects to obtain their distinctively melodic sound. ‘It forces us to think differently and keep away from musical comfort zones’ adds lyricist Robert Ramsay. The band’s self-titled debut album from 2006 received enthusiastic reviews from worldwide media and brought them many devoted fans… 2008 saw the band sign to respected UK progressive label F2 Records. Their first release for the label was a rarities mini-album called “Curious Things”. The band have also begun work upon on their new album “The Big Red Spark”.

2009 appears to be a busy time for the band, with a live album and “The Big Red Spark” to be released this year as also a DVD having been filmed in Poland by Metal Mind Productions. The footage documenting Tinyfish’s great concert at the Wyspiański Theater will feature a selection of the band’s best songs taken from their previous releases as well as of the tracks which will appear on their forthcoming album.

You can see additional photos on MMP’s official website: http://www.metalmind.com.pl/index.php?dzial=artysci&id=598

The release of the as yet untitled DVD is scheduled for early July. More details will be revealed as the work on the DVD progresses.

Source: Label: Metal Mind Records - www.metalmind.com.pl

02/25/09 - New Izegrim 4 track EP "Point of no return"

Fear the universe

‘Point of no Return’ is Izegrim's wake-up call to the world, introducing the new line-up with 3 brand new songs and a re-recorded version of Angel of Demise (taken from our sold out album ‘Guidelines for Genocide’). And once again, they are on the move. Greater and greater numbers will be exposed to their raging torrent of thundering thrash, and the subversion has only just begun...

4 tracks will be made available for free download to everyone at Izegrim's myspace page between March 14th and March 28th 2009.

Source: Rusty Cage Records Website

02/25/09 - MANDRAKE PROJECT – signs worldwide deal with BLISTERING RECORDS

Swedish-American cooperative Blistering Records, in conjunction with Overneath Music proudly announce the signing of the chamber rock ensemble Mandrake Project. The buzz-worthy anticipation of their new recording A Miraculous Container will expand to a global audience this March.

This Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania based group redefines many hip genre tags through its unorthodox marriage of lush, delay drenched guitars, intricate world rhythms and unusual instrumentation. Lunging effortlessly from heady Floydian arrangements, crystalline Buckley-esqe anti-pop, and haunting waltzes, the songs within the A Miraculous Container manage such transitions without breaking trance. Too confident to shoe-gaze and perhaps not image conscious enough for the hipster underground, these things matter not to the dedicated multi-instrumentalists who comprise Mandrake Project's cast of talent. These genre-defying gentlemen draw love from across the categorical spectrum. Mercurial in nature, by the time you've placed your finger on the pulse of this unique lot, they've altered the tempo and fast-forwarded to the next chapter without notice or interruption. They combine choice elements of classical, jazz, psychedelic, world and ambient rock to form their warm, timeless hybrid. The underlying adhesive that cements such seemingly disparate art forms is the trademark Mandrake Project "cinematic" approach to songwriting. A Miraculous Container plays like the award winning soundtrack to the best movie you've yet to see...or produce! True to the spirit of this ongoing interactive rock collective, you must provide the imagery for these imaginary films internally. Mandrake Project simply melts into the background orchestrating the score while the credits roll. Although the music maintains its presence heavy on the instrumental playing field, the vocal tracks find their way into a number of scenarios painted by ornate backing fanfare. This recording holds court in an atmosphere that perpetually caters to the true listener.

BAND LINKS:
www.mandrakeproject.com
www.myspace.com/mandrakeproject

01/28/09 - DECREPIT BIRTH

California tech-death metallers DECREPIT BIRTH are in pre-production mode for their third full-length album titled “Polarity”. This will be the band's first release on Nuclear Blast Records and is tentatively set for a Summer 2009 release date. “Polarity” will contain 9 songs of epic death metal, which should prove to be DECREPIT BIRTH's most dynamic and mature effort yet! Guitarist Matt Sotelo added that the new material is “some of the heaviest guitar riffing they've ever written”.

New song titles so far include "Life Cycles", "Sea of Memories", "Symbiosis", "Beyond Eternity" and "Mirroring Dimensions" among others. Production and tracking will once again be handled by guitarist Matt Sotelo at his own Legion Studios, with mixing duties to be taken care of by Zach Ohren (ALL SHALL PERISH, DEEDS OF FLESH), who mixed their latest release “Diminishing Between Worlds”.

Get ready for a musical journey of the senses!

SOURCE: Stay tuned to www.myspace.com/decrepitbirth for more news and studio video clips soon.

01/28/09 - ICON

ICON: have released the cover artwork for their next album iCon 3. The concept is based on the “om” symbol, not specific to one religion, which means “everything,” reflecting the diverse nature of the material.

The CD is expected to be released on Friday, March 13 through Frontiers and worldwide partners, and also from the Geoff Downes website.

Source: http://www.geoffdownes.com/