Taking Back Sunday and Blink 182’s Thomas DeLonge Team Up,
Film Video For “This Photograph Is Proof (I Know You Know)”
Taking Back Sunday teamed up with Blink 182 guitarist/singer Thomas DeLonge for the whirlwind filming of the video for “This Photograph Is Proof (I Know You Know)” on Wednesday, October 26th. DeLonge’s debut as a video director came with more than the usual challenges, as Taking Back Sunday flew in for less than 24 hours, midway through their North American tour. With time of the essence, DeLonge kicked into action, presented a meticulous layout of each shot – his concept included plenty of energetic live performance combined with some memorable imagery – a combination of split screen and live shots. Bassist Matt Rubano commented, “The enthusiasm that Tom brought to this video was amazing. He was able to execute every bit of his treatment in such a great way. He was totally involved and most importantly he kept it fun for us the whole time. Having made so many videos himself, he really knew what he wanted. Tom is also a really fun, positive person to be around."
The band toured in late Spring 2004 with Blink 182, forging a friendship with DeLonge that culminated in their collaboration. Reports from the shoot have been extremely enthusiastic – Tom had this to say: "This video is so amazing that I am potentially going to take the band out in post editing, and put myself in there, and change the song too, because I'm so jealous."
“This Photograph Is Proof (I Know You Know)” is the second single from Taking Back Sunday’s successful sophomore album, ‘Where You Want To Be”, which debuted at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 this summer. The album has sold 430,000 copies to date. The single hits the airwaves in mid-November. The song was also included on the Spiderman 2 Soundtrack, along with Artists like Dashboard Confessional, Jet and Yellowcard.
See Taking Back Sunday live on Fuse TV, November 19th, when they host the Daily Download show.
Photos from the video shoot are available here: http://www.victoryrecords.com/takingbacksunday/videoshoot/
Hawthorne Heights Release Acoustic Version of “Silver Bullet”
Hawthorne Heights have released an acoustic version of Silver Bullet; exclusively on Pure Volume. Go to http://www.purevolume.com/hawthorneheights/music to hear this great alternative to the version available on their successful debut, “The Silence In Black And White”. Hawthorne Heights are wrapping up their U.S. tour with Mest and Bayside, before heading out in November with A Static Lullaby.
Straylight Run Contributes Bob Dylan’s “God On Our Side” to the Punkvoter.com The well known political activism website offers resources and information for informed music fans. Straylight Run recorded Bob Dylan’s classic, “God On Our Side” with Mike Sapone co-producing with the band, and guest vocals rom Jeff DaRosa of The Exit. As John explains in his statement at www.punkvoter.com/music/ the song was originally recorded by Dylan in 1963. To download the track and read John’s thoughts on our society’s current state of affairs, visit the link above. Straylight Run continues their co-headlining North American tour with Hot Rod Circuit, Northstar and Say Anything.
Bury Your Dead Film Video For The Color of Money November 3rd in Irvington, NJ
Dale Restighini will direct Bury Your Dead’s first video, for “The Color of Money” from their brand new album, “Cover Your Tracks”. Restighini is known for his previous work with bands like Hatebreed, Most Precious Blood and Fallout Boy. The video shoot will be taking place at the Cricket Club in Irvington, New Jersey. Bury Your Dead will be on a full National tour in support of their new album, and are joined by label mates and friends Scars of Tomorrow – check out http://www.victoryaccess.com/tours.asp for tour dates.
Voodoo Glow Skulls “Addicion, Tradicion y Revolucion” Streets This Week – New Ecard!
One of the original ska-core bands is back with a great new album hitting the streets today – here is the new ecard – tell all your friends and don’t forget to pick up this disc. Hint – Guns ‘N Roses cover! http://www.victoryrecords.com/flashcards/vr233/vgs_ecard.html
Catch 22’s Live CD/DVD Out Now!
Now that the trend has died down, ska-based music can be appreciated as a genre once again. CATCH 22 defy the whole punk/ska dictum by continuing to draw large crowds and selling substantial quantities of albums. They write great pop songs and play them with such cohesion and conviction that they transcend labels. After five successful Victory Records releases, the time has come for a LIVE CD with a DVD which showcases the band’s live talent and energy.This CD/DVD package gives great value. The CD contains 21 live tracks recorded at Long Island’s Downtown on August 30th, 2004. The DVD contains footage from that night, as well as features like “Embarassing Photos”, “Humble Beginnings”, “On The Road” and three music videos.
Victory Records Signs Comeback Kid
Victory signed Canada’s Comeback Kid – they are currently locked away in the Blasting Room in Ft. Collins, Colorado recording their second full length album with Bill Stevenson of Descendents/All/Black Flag fame. The album will be titled “Wake The Dead” and hits the street February 22nd.
XM Satellite Radio to Sponsor
Darkest Hour/Between The Buried And Me Tour
Darkest Hour, Between the Buried and Me, Fear Before the March of Flames and Cattle Decapitation will be annihilating audiences from November 11th through December 12th, and now XM’s “Liquid Metal” is on board to sponser the tour. Darkest Hour are hard at work on a new album and a new DVD to release in early 2005.
A18 Welcomes Back Vocalist Isaac Golub
A18 are happy to announce the return of longtime vocalist Isaac Golub after a hiatus. Their statement read, “Hey Everybody!!! Just a little update on events regarding A18. First off, Isaac is back!!! He quit like a little girl for a month or so but saw the light and is back more pissed than ever.” The band recently shot a new music video for “Heartbreak Affliliated” – look for it on video shows this fall. Visit the band’s site at www.heroesaredead.com or www.victoryaccess.com/tours.asp for their current touring schedule in California, Nevada, Arizona and Utah.
Got My Space? Meet Scars of Tomorrow!
Scars of Tomorrow have a new video and a full National tour with Bury Your Dead poised to begin, and they want to make sure you know about it. Three songs to download, a blog, tourdates and more are all waiting for you at www.myspace.com/sot - go make friends! | 
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