Portugal. The Man have released their new album Censored Colors.  And let me tell you…it’s their best yet.  Here’s a message from the band:

First off, big thanks for all the support we have gotten from you in response to the new record.

 

It is a relief to finally have people hearing it. We know you all know how to get the record for free so it does really mean a lot when you buy it.

 

WIth that in mind we have put together special packages that give you added value and exclusive items (for instance the shirt that comes with the record will only available as a package with the record). Here is the link to the store…

 

portugaltheman.merchnow.com/

 

There are only a handful of the top tier package still available (this is the one that includes the signed and numbered painting) so get an order in if you want one. There will only be 100 of these available ever.

 

We appreciate your support and appreciate you signing on to the mailing list. We will not solicit you often out of respect. We have many tour dates scheduled and we really look forward to seeing you.

 

Love

 

P.TM

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The Dark Romantics‘ sizzlin’ new record, Heartbreaker is out NOW! Pitchfork called it “sleek dance rock.” The Dark Romantics are one talented crew of husband and wife action, sister action, and best friend action. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, check out their bio here.

And while you’re there, take a listen to and/or download Let’s Ride and Hush Your Mouth.

Buy Heartbreaker on iTunes!

Buy a physical copy of Heartbreaker in the Lujo Merchline-powered Webstore!

See them on tour!

09/20/08 Ybor City, FL @ New World Brewery
09/25/08 Pensacola, FL @ Sluggos w/Mouse Fire, Dignan
09/26/08 Cincinnati, OH @ Midpoint Music Festival @ Blue Wisp
Lujo Records Showcase w/ Pomegranates, Baby Teeth, Cool Hand Luke, Look Mexico, and Mouse Fire
09/27/08 Louisville, KY @ Brick House/Noize Collective w/Mouse Fire, Dignan
09/28/08 Atlanta, GA @ The Drunken Unicorn
10/16/08 Charleston, NC @ Tin Roof w/Mouse Fire, Dignan
10/17/08 Ashville, NC @ The New French Bar w/Look Mexico
11/06/08 Marietta, GA @ Swayze’s
11/07/08 Athen’s, GA @ Flicker Theatre
11/08/08 Columbus, GA @ Soho

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Denver, CO’s FEAR BEFORE THE MARCH OF FLAMES has become FEAR BEFORE and will release a self-titled album on October 28th. FEAR BEFORE was recorded with producer Casey Bates in Seattle, WA this past summer. Bates also produced the band’s 2006 release, The Always Open Mouth, as well as label-mates’ CHIODOS’ Bone Palace Ballet.

Regarding the name change, guitarist ADAM FISHER jokes, “It gets so tiring repeating ‘Fear Before The March Of Flames’ over and over again to old lady gas station attendants in Nebraska” but adds, “Mostly because in so many ways, we’re a new band.” Bassist Mike Madruga explains the long version of the name was a personal challenge to the members. Now that they feel they’ve met the challenge, it’s time to get down to the roots of the band. “The long version of the name was good for us in the beginning because it was interesting and stood out. It paralleled our mentality of playing the music we were writing because we told ourselves, ‘If we can pull off having this name, we had better be able to pull off the music we were writing.’ The new album is 10 strong songs, no fillers or tag-ons… and we want the band name to replicate that.”

The decision for a self-titled album seemed like a no-brainer. “It is essentially the same reasons as the name change. We want it to be identified by its songs,” says Madruga. The songs certainly do reflect the new FEAR BEFORE. “Lyrically, this record is the most positive material we have done. It is a written history of all the emotions we have experienced through the course of the band’s 6 years.” Fisher adds, “A lot of it has to do with sticking around through all the hard times we’ve endured as a band. It’s about growth and making mistakes but dealing with them instead of dwelling on them.”

Musically, FEAR BEFORE stays to their claim that they will never make the same record twice. “It’s more concise, a hard hitter. It’s still dark like Mouth and cynical like Art Damage but it takes different elements from both and expands on them.” One of the most noticeable differences on FEAR BEFORE is the vocals. “I don’t know how it happened or when he decided he can sing, but he can and quite well,” Fisher jokes of vocalist, David Marion. However, Marion’s voice isn’t the only one on the record: guest vocals include The Fall Of Troy, Heavy Heavy Low Low and Portugal. The Man.

During their current headlining tour, attendees will be able to purchase a pre-order coupon at the shows. For fans not able to make it out to a show, several pre-order packages will soon be available at MerchNow.com

The band has posted a video from their time in the studio where fans can hear two clips of new music on their website, www.fearbefore.net

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Hey everyone.  Just wanted to give you a heads up.

I’m going to take some time off from IndieUprising.  As you know, I do 95% of this by myself.  With my new job, family and the general business of life, I’m “trimming the fat” and scaling back for a while.

While I love doing the show & keeping indieuprising.net running, I’m getting a little burnt out doing all this myself.  I’m going to take some time of to regroup and see what happens.

I hope all of you are doing well & I’ll talk to you in November!

.sean

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(This story comes to you via my favorite Movie Website: SlashFilm)

Michael Moore’s latest film, Slacker Uprising, will be made available for free download on the internet for a period of three weeks beginning September 23. The film documents Moore’s attempts at rallying young voters during the 2004 Election. The film was never intended to be released for theaters despite the commercial success of Moore’s previous documentaries, Sicko, Fahrenheit 9/11, and Bowling for Columbine(not to mention the fact that Slacker Uprising itself cost about $2 million to make). According to Moore:

“This is being done entirely as a gift to my fans. The only return any of us are hoping for is the largest turnout of young voters ever at the polls in November. I think Slacker Uprising will inspire (millions) to get off the couch and give voting a chance.”

 

The download will be made available on BlipTV. After three weeks, a DVD of the film will be made available on Amazon and Netflix.

This is an extremely important year to get involved and vote.  You can register to vote at:

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Anti-Flag had a busy week with traveling to Bumbershoot which you can view a killer photo here: http://www.spin.com/images/anti-flag-bumbershoot-08-0.

Also, they are to perform two shows at the RNC which you can read a full account of their experience on their brand new blog here:

http://www.nowarwithoutwarriors.blogspot.com/
 

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Malus Clothing Presents The One Moment Tour Featuring Before Their Eyes With Special Guests Eyes Set To Kill, LoveHateHero, A Kiss For Jersey, Oceana and Ice Nine Kills.

Malus Clothing proudly presents the One Moment Tour featuring Before Their Eyes with special guests Eyes Set To Kill, LoveHateHero, A Kiss For Jersey, Oceana and Ice Nine Kills. The tour will kick off in Toledo, OH on October 14th 2008 and will run through late November. The tour will also be sponsored by Alternative Press Magazine, Hot Topic, Buzznet.com, Dj Rossstar Radio Show and AbsolutePunk.net.

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Southern California rockers Unwritten Law have posted the cover art for the group’s upcoming live CD/DVD, “Live & Lawless”, as well as a live version of the track “Shoulda Known Better” online at the following location www.myspace.com/unwrittenlaw. Unwritten Law’s “Live & Lawless” is scheduled to hit stores on September 30^th, 2008 through Suburban Noize Records.

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SLINGSHOT DAKOTA - Fall Tour Update 
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* U.S. Tour begins today 
* First two shows = Street Smart Cyclist’s last two shows EVER

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Today and tomorrow, Brooklyn, N.Y. / Easton, P.A. duo Slingshot Dakota kicks off a two-month tour of the U.S. in style, playing what is sure to be two amazing shows with Street Smart Cyclist .

Of course, the news is a tad bittersweet as the Street Smart Cyclist boys have decided to call it a day. The festivities at tonight’s show in Brooklyn - as well as tomorrow’s Allentown, P.A. gig - will be the band’s last. It’s a shame too; Street Smart Cyclist’s sound combined jazzy, intricate emo and joyful punk rock abandon in a way that always evoked a warm feeling of nostalgia for bands like Cap’n Jazz while also pointing toward new ideas and a progression of their sound.

They leave us with an acoustic tour EP and a three-song seven inch…one of the first releases I ever worked for Beartrap and which remains a favorite to this day. Rumor has it that the band’s last few songs will eventually be released on vinyl and cd format. It’s a silver lining, I suppose.

Back to happier thoughts, namely Slingshot Dakota on tour. Most of September and October is booked / being booked, but there are a few shows that the band is trying to nail down. If you can help out, drop me a line or send an email directly to Tom and Carly atslingshotdakota@hotmail.com.

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Orange County, CA melodic hardcore act, MIKOTO, have announced today a deal with Torque Records who will release their debut full length, WE ARE THE ARCHITECTS, on October 14th.  The band - Ray Harkins (vocals), Matt Moody (guitar/vocals), Martin Diaz (guitar), Kelly Orr (bass), and Max Cuzor (drums) - have posted two songs from the forthcoming album on their MySpace.

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