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FLICKERSTICK COMES TO ASBURY PARK
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(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Flickerstick comes to the Saint in Asbury Park on Saturday, April 14th. Tickets are $12.50 and the show is open to 18 and older. The Saint is located at 601 Main Street in Asbury Park, NJ.
Flickerstick, who over the last five years has become most known for their victory on the VH1 emmy-nominated television series, "VH1 Bands on the Run", will be touring for a full month across the country, in support of their new live album, "Live From Atlanta." The record will hit stores nationally on April 3rd and is already available for pre-order through most of the major online CD chains.
"Live From Atlanta" was named as a result of a two-day, fan-invite recording weekend back in September '06 at Tree Sound Studios in Atlanta, GA. 150 fans joined the band each night in a live recording room at the studio, and celebrated being part of the band's live, special taping sessions. Unlike most live records, Flickerstick didn't want to rehash all of their "greatest hits," so the record actually features six, brand new songs that had never been recorded before. It's part of what makes their new album most appealing; as fans will get their newest songs in a live format. But, the album also features a special, studio track called, "Helicopter," (Track 12 on the album, which was also released to radio as a single) along with three, enhanced videos from the recording shows in September. "Fans who attended will be able to see their faces in the crowd on this album," says Brandin Lea, lead singer for Flickerstick. The three videos can be viewed on any computer, which ironically makes it more attractive to buy the album versus downloading it online or through "file sharing services." The record was engineered by industry veteran, Shawn Grove, who has helped to produce bands such as Sevendust, Collective Soul, Edwin McCain, and many more.
The mischievous masterminds of this five-piece rock explosion have yet to experience a dull moment in their fledging music dynasty. From a young Dallas band to VH1 TV stardom with a recording deal and national radio singles, their intense touring, raucous records and constant promotion still haven't cooled their heels as the "band on the run" gracefully pairs sonic excitement and DIY-ethics over cigarettes and spilled beer.
Following the VH1 series with a video for the song "Smile" and a pairing with Sony/Epic, Welcoming Home the Astronauts, the band's debut independent album, was re-released on Sony/Epic featuring two additional tracks in November of 2001. But, in a time when labels merge like rabbits mate, Flickerstick left Epic. They didn't want their talent, like most artists, to get lost in the crossfire of a label sale or purchase. Taking a much needed although brief hiatus from their rampant touring schedule back in 2003-2004 Flickerstick stowed away in their native Dallas, TX, to write a darker, more rock conscious twelve song display, the LP "Tarantula". But, before finishing Tarantula the boys decided to release a 6 song EP/DVD entitled "To Madagascar and Back" as a teaser of what was to come from the LP. The EP/DVD includes a 60 minute DVD capturing the candid reckless antics the band is famed for, the personal and witty banter revisits the first glimpses many listeners had of the gritty and hilarious moments the band encountered as they successfully starred in and won VH1's Emmy-nominated series "Bands on the Run."
Reclaiming their independence after the Sony/Epic split, Flickerstick signed a deal with Dallas record label Idol Records, which helped them pick up speed in their pursuit of stardom. The much anticipated Tarantula LP was recorded and produced by Keith Cleversley (Flaming Lips, Hum) in Chicago, IL and hit stores back in October 2004.
Flickerstick will use their twenty-eight date, 2007 "Live From Atlanta" CD Release Tour to continue to test some of their newest material (even songs that are newer than the live album), as well as playing songs off their live record. Fans can expect to also hear their favorite hits from past years including, "Beautiful," "Choloform," "Coke," "Bleeding," and many more.
Web sites: www.flickerstick.com or www.myspace.com/flickersticktarantula
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FLICKERSTICK COMES TO ASBURY PARK
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(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Flickerstick comes to the Saint in Asbury Park on Saturday, April 14th. Tickets are $12.50 and the show is open to 18 and older. The Saint is located at 601 Main Street in Asbury Park, NJ.
Flickerstick, who over the last five years has become most known for their victory on the VH1 emmy-nominated television series, "VH1 Bands on the Run", will be touring for a full month across the country, in support of their new live album, "Live From Atlanta." The record will hit stores nationally on April 3rd and is already available for pre-order through most of the major online CD chains.
"Live From Atlanta" was named as a result of a two-day, fan-invite recording weekend back in September '06 at Tree Sound Studios in Atlanta, GA. 150 fans joined the band each night in a live recording room at the studio, and celebrated being part of the band's live, special taping sessions. Unlike most live records, Flickerstick didn't want to rehash all of their "greatest hits," so the record actually features six, brand new songs that had never been recorded before. It's part of what makes their new album most appealing; as fans will get their newest songs in a live format. But, the album also features a special, studio track called, "Helicopter," (Track 12 on the album, which was also released to radio as a single) along with three, enhanced videos from the recording shows in September. "Fans who attended will be able to see their faces in the crowd on this album," says Brandin Lea, lead singer for Flickerstick. The three videos can be viewed on any computer, which ironically makes it more attractive to buy the album versus downloading it online or through "file sharing services." The record was engineered by industry veteran, Shawn Grove, who has helped to produce bands such as Sevendust, Collective Soul, Edwin McCain, and many more.
The mischievous masterminds of this five-piece rock explosion have yet to experience a dull moment in their fledging music dynasty. From a young Dallas band to VH1 TV stardom with a recording deal and national radio singles, their intense touring, raucous records and constant promotion still haven't cooled their heels as the "band on the run" gracefully pairs sonic excitement and DIY-ethics over cigarettes and spilled beer.
Following the VH1 series with a video for the song "Smile" and a pairing with Sony/Epic, Welcoming Home the Astronauts, the band's debut independent album, was re-released on Sony/Epic featuring two additional tracks in November of 2001. But, in a time when labels merge like rabbits mate, Flickerstick left Epic. They didn't want their talent, like most artists, to get lost in the crossfire of a label sale or purchase. Taking a much needed although brief hiatus from their rampant touring schedule back in 2003-2004 Flickerstick stowed away in their native Dallas, TX, to write a darker, more rock conscious twelve song display, the LP "Tarantula". But, before finishing Tarantula the boys decided to release a 6 song EP/DVD entitled "To Madagascar and Back" as a teaser of what was to come from the LP. The EP/DVD includes a 60 minute DVD capturing the candid reckless antics the band is famed for, the personal and witty banter revisits the first glimpses many listeners had of the gritty and hilarious moments the band encountered as they successfully starred in and won VH1's Emmy-nominated series "Bands on the Run."
Reclaiming their independence after the Sony/Epic split, Flickerstick signed a deal with Dallas record label Idol Records, which helped them pick up speed in their pursuit of stardom. The much anticipated Tarantula LP was recorded and produced by Keith Cleversley (Flaming Lips, Hum) in Chicago, IL and hit stores back in October 2004.
Flickerstick will use their twenty-eight date, 2007 "Live From Atlanta" CD Release Tour to continue to test some of their newest material (even songs that are newer than the live album), as well as playing songs off their live record. Fans can expect to also hear their favorite hits from past years including, "Beautiful," "Choloform," "Coke," "Bleeding," and many more.
Web sites: www.flickerstick.com or www.myspace.com/flickersticktarantula