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0 NEWS: 80’s Pop Anthems Go Metal w/ MOONLIGHT DESIRES New Cover Video “Something About You” via PureGrainAudio; New Album “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” Out September 15th via Infamous Butcher Records

August 17, 2017
by Asher
· Moonlight Desires · Music News

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Montreal, QC – August 17, 2017

For fans of Sons of Butcher, Me First And The Gimme Gimmes, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, 80s pop hits

80’s Pop Anthems Go Metal w/ MOONLIGHT DESIRES New Cover Video “Something About You” via PureGrainAudio

New Album “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” Out September 15th via Infamous Butcher Records

Moonlight Desires might only play 80s cover songs, but you’d be wrong to dismiss them as just another cover band. Formed by long-time Hamilton, ON musician Trevor Ziebarth (Actor/Writer/Composer on Teletoon’s adult comedy series Sons of Butcher), Moonlight Desires is his ode to the raunchy romances and youthful misadventures of summer’s past. By re-working synth laden pop hits of the 1980s, Ziebarth manages to turn familiar guilty pleasures into modern, guitar-driven rock anthems.

“For those unfamiliar, I created a television show with my brother Jay Ziebarth back in 2005 called ‘Sons of Butcher’. It was a unique adult comedy cartoon series that aired on Teletoon and was sold to over 200 countries around the world. The show was the first to blend video heads into a cartoon world. The Sons of Butcher characters worked in a butcher shop by day and were a spandex clad rock outfit by night, with my character (Ricky Butcher) relentlessly trying to make it as a big rock star. As a companion to the show, Sons of Butcher recorded and released a few comedy rock albums using songs from the show as inspiration, and travelled across Canada twice on a sponsored tour by Teletoon. As a live band, Sons of Butcher used to perform heavied-up covers of 80s songs and they often became fan/crowd favourites. Ultimately, I noticed the positive response and it led to the formation of Moonlight Desires in 2013.” says Trevor Ziebarth.

As an homage to their Canadian music heritage, the band decided to take their name from the popular 80s song ‘Moonlight Desires’ by iconic singer/songwriter Gowan.

“I wanted to have a direct (1980s song) reference …but I also thought it would fit in nicely with the band’s heavier direction.” says Ziebarth.

Joined in the studio by drummer Dave Dunham (Not Of, DAVIDS, ex-Chore, ex-Sons Of Butcher) and lead guitarist Marco Bressette (Dead Tired, ex-Threat Signal), he says “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” is “…a more layered, fully realized version of the band. We really just wanted to show people a good time, while still staying true to our metal, grunge and hard rock influences. Thanks to Mitch Bowden at Mechanical Noise, the production sounds big and warm, and I think this album really captures the fun of what Moonlight Desires is all about.”

While their 2014 debut album “Frankie Goes To Hamilton” delivered a rollicking arrangement of classic love songs, the band’s follow-up “Just The Hits: 1981-1985”transforms timeless hits such as “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart and “Something About You” by Level 42 into party rock anthems. Satisfying that hunger to escape the shackles of reality with fun times and familiar hits, Moonlight Desires entire catalogue will be available for the first time on all major digital platforms (including iTunes, Spotify, Google Play) on September 15, 2017.

Their first video for their cover “Something About You” by Level 42 is being exclusively premiered on PureGrainAudio.com and can be viewed at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/videos/moonlight-desires-travel-to-the-80s-in-tubular-something-about-you-music-video-exclusive-premiere

Album Pre-Order for “Just The Hits: 1981-1985” is available on iTunes at https://itun.es/ca/y0-Plb

Track Listing:
1. A Criminal Mind (3:43)
2. Sunglasses At Night (2:56)
3. Out of Touch (3:17)
4. Hungry Like The Wolf (2:59)
5. Young Turks (3:51)
6. Bettie Davis Eyes (3:01)
7. Holding Back The Years (3:31)
8. Valerie (3:15)
9. Promises Promises (3:03)
10. Something About You (2:50)
11. The Power of Love (4:38)
Album Length: 37:09

Upcoming Show Dates:

October 6 – Hamilton, ON – Casbah (CD Release Party)

For more info:
http://www.facebook.com/moonlightdesires

EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-axE

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“This album is comprised of hard rock 80s pop covers that often border on metal, and it is every bit as fun as it sounds.” – Hellbound.ca

“It is glorious, a less tongue in cheek Me First and the Gimme Gimmes. It is the Alpha and the Omega. Life has meaning, and it’s buried in the dreams of a girl with teased hair and a boy with a tennis racket for a guitar…” – Nine Circles

“…Moonlight Desires’ second offering is filled with the top-notch heavy covers of 80s Synth Pop classics their fans have come to expect.” – Bradmachry.ca

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0 NEWS: PureGrainAudio Premiere EMPTY THREAT New Single “Out of Sync” + New EP “Shutdown Nowhere” Out Oct 6th

August 11, 2017
by Asher
· Empty Threat · Music News

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Montreal, QC – August 11, 2017

For fans of Three Days Grace, Foo Fighters, I Mother Earth, Billy Talent, Rise Against

PureGrainAudio Premiere EMPTY THREAT New Single “Out of Sync” + New EP “Shutdown Nowhere” Out Oct 6th

L-R: Michael Roane (Lead Vocals, Guitar) | David Jameson (Drums) | Matthew Roane (Guitar, Backing Vocals) | Ryan Dobson (Bass, Backing Vocals) – Photo Credit Zack Murray

Fusing punk, post-grunge, and prog rock, Mississauga, ON’s EMPTY THREAT are an alternative band making noise in Ontario and Quebec playing shows routinely in Toronto, London, Montreal and more. Formed in 2011 by bassist Ryan Dobson and guitarist/singer Michael Roane, the duo acquired drummer David Jameson in 2014 and soon after they recruited second guitarist Matthew Roane to solidify their line up in 2015.

Wasting no time, the quartet is now planning the release of their debut EP entitled “Shutdown Nowhere” due out October 6, 2017. Teaming up with award winning producer/engineer/mixer Glen Robinson who is known for his work with such names as The Ramones, AC/DC, GWAR, Annihilator and Voivod, the EP is their first professionally recorded release.

Vocalist / guitarist Michael Roane comments:

“We are a young band, developing our style and pushing forward to provide a new sound experience. Most of the songs we have been working on for years – and have been through multiple edits and versions. This will be our first, legitimate attempt to introduce ourselves to the world – so we hope that fans will hear our songs and feel a slight familiarity to the genre, but will appreciate the unique touch we put in our songs – as we combine elements from multiple genres and use our effects to put a different perspective on old ideas. We also want people to know first and foremost our band is about creating passionate music that may resonate with other people. On the surface, we make music that has a carefully crafted intensity – like a chained beast tugging at the leash. For those who want to dig deeper, they see how this sound represents us, as people, and our struggles to reach our potential. We connect with our fans through these shared emotions.”

The forthcoming “Shutdown Nowhere” EP will feature six new crushing tracks full of introspective verse.

Roane adds “We aim to introduce ourselves by having a “new familiarity” feel to our songs. Veterans of rock and metal should be comfortable listening to our songs, but we aim to blend in elements that will surprise them.”

Teaming up with PureGrainAudio.com, the band is premiering their first single off the EP “Out of Sync”, a track that presents itself as an oddball grunge/punk/metal song that dances on its uneven cadence to capture the feeling of disconnect with oneself as described lyrically. Many other songs on the EP follow up in a similar fashion, capturing all sorts of different perspectives and emotions experienced.

To hear “Out of Sync”, please visit the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/empty-threat-are-full-of-piss-and-vinegar-on-new-single-out-of-sync-exclusive-premiere

Live, EMPTY THREAT delivers a very high-energy and engaging show where they often improvise extended bridges and endings to songs to hype the crowd more. They take the negativity and loathing present in their songs and ramp up the energy to a powerful force that is a memorable moment that their fans can walk away with.

Show Dates:
Aug 11 – The Casbah – Hamilton, ON – info

For more info:
http://www.EmptyThreat.ca
https://www.facebook.com/EmptyThreatOfficial
https://twitter.com/emptythreatband
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0 Out Now! Ontario Punk Rockers EXCUSES EXCUSES Release Debut EP ‘Frame of Mind’

November 25, 2016
by Asher
· Excuses Excuses · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 25, 2016

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For fans of Billy Talent, Green Day, Against Me!, Foo Fighters, Cage The Elephant

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Out Now! Ontario Punk Rockers EXCUSES EXCUSES Release Debut EP ‘Frame of Mind’

New Music Video ‘The Outsider’
Offer Free Download ‘The Outsider’ via PureGrainAudio

Ontario punk rockers Excuses Excuses are proud to release their debut EP‘Frame of Mind’ out now as of November 25th. The EP focuses largely on events and experiences from the band’s teenage years touching on topics of drug use, family/personal matters, loss, and the uncertain future. The words “frame of mind” discusses the perception of one’s own life experiences and retrospectively looking at it. Holding a mirror up to the worst aspects of one’s life, the EP encourages people to seek different perspectives to attain a better understanding.

The EP is available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and all major online retailers.

To hear the full EP stream, please visit the following link: https://officialexcusesexcuses.bandcamp.com/album/frame-of-mind

Plus watch their new music video ‘The Outsider’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSngRRpnuK8

And FREE song download of ‘The Outsider’ at http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/excuses-excuses-the-outsider-free-song-download

1. The Outsider (3:41)

2. Alibis (3:59) [Stream]

3. Rewind! (3:33) [Stream]

4. Frame of Mind (3:43)

5. (Is That) What You Meant (4:36)

EP Length: 19:34

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialExcusesExcuses.

About:
Excuses Excuses is a punk rock n’ roll three piece that refuse to listen to any more lies by promising to live an honest life through their music in Oshawa, ON just on the the outskirts of Canada’s Music Capitol Toronto, ON. The band is calling for people to take responsibility for their actions and Kyle (vocals, guitar, ex-Stained Glass Army), Trevor (bass, ex-Stained Glass Army), and Jay (drums) write thoughtful anthems. Since February 2016 the band has been developing their own version of punk rock inspired by bands like Green Day, Billy Talent, and Foo Fighters.

Kyle lights a spark for the band by crafting the initial melodies and structure for each song and brings it back to the team to craft the final details. Their goal is to write timeless material that speaks to disenfranchised outliers that are seeking solace through lyrical poetry and catchy riffs. Excuses Excuses write songs that are destined to be performed live with an emotive and captivating show that focuses on the crowd and ensuring their enjoyment until the last song.

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0 NEWS: EXCUSES EXCUSES Offer Free Download ‘The Outsider’ via PureGrainAudio

November 4, 2016
by Asher
· Excuses Excuses · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 4, 2016

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EXCUSES EXCUSES Offer Free Download ‘The Outsider’ via PureGrainAudio

New EP ‘Frame of Mind’ Out Nov 25th

Show Dates:

Nov 12 – Kingston, ON – The Mansion – info

Ontario punk rockers Excuses Excuses will be releasing their debut EP ‘Frame of Mind’ on November 25th and before it drops they are offering fans a FREE download of their third and latest single ‘The Outsider’ exclusively via PureGrainAudio.com at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/excuses-excuses-the-outsider-free-song-download

The track is one of 5 on the band’s debut EP that focuses largely on events and experiences from their teenage years touching on topics of drug use, family/personal matters, loss, and the uncertain future. The words “frame of mind” discusses the perception of one’s own life experiences and retrospectively looking at it. Holding a mirror up to the worst aspects of one’s life, the EP encourages people to seek different perspectives to attain a better understanding.

1. The Outsider (3:41)

2. Alibis (3:59) [Stream]

3. Rewind! (3:33) [Stream]

4. Frame of Mind (3:43)

5. (Is That) What You Meant (4:36)

EP Length: 19:34

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialExcusesExcuses.

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