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Kurt Cobain Murdered?
From my investigation, the evidence points in that direction
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SCI-FI SONGS, the most original and exciting music release in 2008
JASON SERENO IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF SCI-FI SONGS, AN OUT-OF-THIS WORLD DIGITAL MIXTAPE FEATURING FOUR SONGS WITH SCIENCE-FICTION THEMES.
Los Angeles, Calif. - July 1st, 2008 - Singer/Songwriter Jason Sereno has released a concept album that is truly out of this world. SCI-FI SONGS, landing July 1st, 2008 at JasonSereno.com, is a digital mixtape with science-fiction-styled music tied together through a common narrative, inspired by unsuccessful rock operas of 1970s.
Sereno, an acoustically-minded musician with a background in comedy and vaudeville-like performances, thought of the concept after a night of binge drinking.
"I was walking to the bathroom at about 3AM," Sereno hastily recounted. "I couldn't even see straight but this idea popped in my head, so I ran back in the bedroom and asked one of the girls to write it down for me. Thankfully Sharon - or maybe Brenda - listened. For once."
Sereno also enjoys multiple partners in the recording studio, which is why he enlisted the help of longtime friend and fellow axe-wielder T-Dogg for the SCI-FI songwriting process.
"T-Dogg was crucial in the creation of the storylines and lyrics for SCI-FI SONGS," Sereno begrudgingly admitted. "He was the one who suggested we utilize the guitar as the focal point for the album instead of synths and drum machines. Too bad he won't see a dime from the record sales because nothing in our agreement was ever in writing. Dumbass."
Rounding out the group is Cremer, Hollywood 's premier voiceover actor and narrator of the album.
"Cremer's talent is truly unmatched," Sereno fondly recalled. "He added so much to the project that I couldn't imagine SCI-FI SONGS without him, but he won't be receiving any monetary compensation either. Once again - nothing in writing. Duh."
SCI-FI SONGS consists of:
RocketShip Guitar: A boy receives a guitar from his birthday but when he plugs in the instrument it transforms into a rocketship that takes him on an intergalactic journey.
Dimensions: The party started in the first dimension. But things get weirder… er.
TimeTraveler Love Song: A time traveler finds the love us his life… but when he travels back to meet the woman of his dreams he can only speak in Spanglish - an unfortunate side-effect of time travel.
CarPlanes: In the future… there are no cars. There are no planes. There are only CarPlanes.
Cremer's Promos: An incredible assortment of inappropriate radio commercials (bonus track).
Although the recordings are meant to be heard sequentially - at least the first time - Sereno insists every tune is exceptional in its own right because of the combinations of style, substance and tone within each track.
"I’m really friggin' proud of the music we've put together," Sereno boasted. "We have full-on guitar solos, insane effects, gripping lyrics, influences from rock, punk, hip-hop and latin styles, as well as a complete storyline that is far more epic and moving than any post-apocalyptic Kevin Costner film."
Sereno is confident that the SCI-FI SONGS team's hard work will pay off - at least for him - because the album speaks to an untapped audience in today's music market.
"No longer will the nerds of the world be forced to stay home on Friday night to watch reruns of Battlestar Galactica," Sereno proclaimed. "They now have a voice. They have a rhythm in their hearts. They have SCI-FI SONGS." JASON SERENO IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF SCI-FI SONGS, AN OUT-OF-THIS WORLD DIGITAL MIXTAPE FEATURING FOUR SONGS WITH SCIENCE-... more -
Where the Magic Happens.
A look at the man that is Billy "Bushwalla" Galewood - from clown shows to national tours to his close relationship with best friend, Atlantic recording artist, Jason Mraz. A look at the man that is Billy "Bushwalla" Galewood - from clown shows to national tours to his close relationship with bes... more
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Southern Backtones "Forever" Music Video
Southern Backtones are a driving, dark trio that creates beautifully hauntng psychedelic rock. "Forever" is their new music video from their self-titled third album. The band explores the meaning of life in this surreal and sometimes sexy trip to the grocery store.
Hank Schyma: Lead Vocals, Guitar
John Griffin: Backing Vocals, Bass
Todd Sommer: Drums and Percussion
The video features cameos from recording artists Amp Capone, Rickylee, Epiphany, The Concrete Rose Cabaret and people, friends and family from all walks of life.
Produced by Zenfilm.
Produced by Merideth Melville
Directed by W. Ross Wells.
Cinematography by Wayne Forster.
UPM: Jarrod Gullet
1st AD: Marissa Lovely
1st AC: Justin DeGuire
Key Grip: David Zenteno
Gaffer: Rich Lacy
Best Boy: Mike Turrin
Hair: Jolan Benwill
Cameras: Panavision
Grip and Lighting: MC Lighting and Production Services
Location: Foodarama Houston Southern Backtones are a driving, dark trio that creates beautifully hauntng psychedelic rock. "Forever" is their new music... more -
Led Zep of alternative rock announce further shows
Further tickets for My Bloody Valentine's reunion shows next summer have been made available this morning after the original allocation for shows in London, Manchester and Glasgow sold out in six minutes earlier today. Two extra dates at the London Roundhouse in June next year have been added. No further news has been announced about further shows in Britain or America.
The band who have not played live since 1992 and not recorded since 1991's Loveless are cited by many as the most influential group of the last few decades along with Sonic Youth and The Pixies.
I am now hustling for a ticket from a couple of sources after this shattering news broke yesterday. All we need now is Pavement to reform.. Further tickets for My Bloody Valentine's reunion shows next summer have been made available this morning after the original allo... more
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