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REVIEW: Frank Turner – Tape Deck Heart

April 23rd, 2013 Tyler Osborne

Artist: Frank Turner
Album: Tape Deck Heart
Genre: Folk/Punk
Label: Xtra Mile Recordings / Interscope

There are artists in every generation that can build bridges between fans of different genres. It has to do with some innate quality in their music that universally binds people together, may it be through their storytelling or how their music is genuinely well crafted. England’s Frank Turner has been working hard over the years developing his craft, pushing his unique blend of folk punk to new heights and creating truly memorable music. Turner’s newest album, Tape Deck Heart, is another fantastic addition to …

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Alexisonfire Farewell Tour Set List

December 3rd, 2012 Grant Trimboli

Before you all say anything, let me point out that UTG was never really known for posting up set lists. This time it’s different. Alexisonfire have started up their farewell tour last night at the 02 Brixton Academy in London, England and played through what will become their entire final set.

Please head through this link to view every single date of AOF’s final tour and let us know if you plan on getting out to live in the moment. The set list for Alexisonfire’s farewell tour can be viewed here.

Set List:
Crisis
Get Fighted
Waterwings
Old Crows
Control …

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Finch Releasing Live Show On Their Facebook Page

October 13th, 2012 Dan Bogosian

On September 17, Finch created their official Facebook page on their thirteenth anniversary. A few nights ago, they began to release one video a night on their official page of an entire performance at the Astoria in London from 2003. They’ve also begun to release photos from their archives every Monday night.

Finch fans may know that 2003 was before their sophomore album, Say Hello To Sunshine, came out; that album is notorious for its polarization of their fan base back in the Myspace days (you know… the dark ages). The show’s set list is surely based mostly off …

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Update On Baroness Bus Accident In England

August 16th, 2012 Grant Trimboli

After the terrible bus crash that seriously injured members of Baroness and their crew, Under The Gun Review have confirmation on the injuries sustained and their current conditions. Please read the official statement by looking below.

We wish all of the members/crew the best throughout this difficult time. Stay strong!

“The band members of Baroness and their crew are recovering from injuries sustained after their tour bus crashed outside of Bath, England early on Wednesday morning.

John Baizley has broken his left arm and left leg. Allen Blickle and Matt Maggioni each suffered fractured vertebrae. All three remain in the …

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MUSIC HISTORY CLASS: Paul McCartney

June 18th, 2012 Michael Meeze

On this day in 1942 Sir Paul McCartney was born James Paul McCartney in Liverpool, England. The son of working class parents, Paul grew up modestly, but comfortably, in post-war England. His father, a jazz player and pianist, encouraged Paul to play music at an early age. In the spring of 1957, at the age of fifteen, Paul joined his first band, The Quarrymen. It was the start of a musical revolution that would change not only Rock n’ Roll, but culture in general.

As a member of the Quarrymen, Paul worked closely with another local musician by the name …

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Frank Turner to Release Tour Diaries Book “Photosynthesis”

March 21st, 2012 Tyler Osborne

Frank Turner announced today that he will be releasing a book later this year that details his past year of touring. The book has been put together by Matt Nasir (of his Sleeping Souls backing band), who took the photos throughout the entirety of their touring schedule over the past year. The book will first be available at his Wembley Stadium show in London, but will be available more widely after he gets more of the books in. Check out his post after the break as well as the cover artwork, and be sure to let UTG know what you …

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MUSIC VIDEO: Me Vs. Hero – My Warren Sense Is Tingling

January 25th, 2012 James Shotwell

England’s Me Vs. Hero have released their official music video for “My Warren Sense Is Tingling.”

Taken from their Days That Shape Our Lives LP, Me Vs. Hero’s video for “My Warren Sense Is Tingling” features a compilation of footage shot on and off the road. You can view the video by clicking past the jump.

If you ask us, Me Vs. Hero have everything it takes to win as many, if not more fans stateside than they already have overseas. Their sound is tight, their hooks are catchy, and perhaps above all, they keep it fun. Do you agree? …

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Enter Shikari Release “Sssnakepit” Live Video

January 14th, 2012 Grant Trimboli

Enter Shikari have released a live video of their new single “Sssnakepit” at the Electric Ballroom in London, England. This high definition video shows the guys pumping up the crowd and giving one of the most energetic shows we have ever seen.

The performance is included on the Phenakistoscope bonus DVD, featured on the deluxe edition of A Flash Flood Of Colour, via Ambush Reality. Watch right here on Under The Gun and tell us what you think of Enter Shikari’s new material!

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Gallows Perform New Song Live

October 24th, 2011 Martin

England natives Gallows performed a new song, “Mondo Chaos,” at one of their recent shows. It has been a few years since this group has released anything new, their last album was released in 2009. This could mean that they are working on new material for a potential EP or full length album.

There is no official word as of yet but UTG will be sure to keep everyone updated.

To watch their new single live or leave your comments please click through.

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Controversial Graffiti Artist Banksy Creates New TV Special

August 15th, 2011 Brian Lion

Pseudonymous graffiti and street artist Banksy has transitioned into yet another medium and has created an hour-long television special that aired this past Saturday, August 13 on the British Channel 4. Entitled The Antics Roadshow, it has been described as Banksy’s “incomplete guide to total anarchy.”

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Best Coast cover Blink 182

May 3rd, 2011 Tori Thomas

Best Coast covered Blink 182‘s “Damnit” at a recent show in Brighton, England. Check out the performance below.

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Fleet Foxes extend current tour

April 13th, 2011 Grant Trimboli

Fleet Foxes have extended their current tour even more and UTG has all of the official dates below. The band will be supporting their upcoming full-length, that was reviewed by our staff right here, called Helplessness Blues. Will you be checking out the Fleet Foxes on tour?

Tour Dates:
04-29-30 Vancouver, British Columbia – The Vogue Theatre
05-01 Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom
05-02-03 Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
05-05 Oakland, CA – Fox Theater
05-06 San Diego, CA – Spreckels Theatre
05-07 Hollywood, CA – Hollywood Palladium
05-08 Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre

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