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August Burns Red

August Burns Red Speaks On The Genre Of Metalcore

March 27th, 2013 Kriston McConnell

JB Brubaker of August Burns Red had the chance to sit down with Alternative Press to talk about a number of different things, including their upcoming sixth studio album and the music scene. They are currently five weeks into a six week recording session at Atrium Audio.

While talking about different instruments the band plans on using on the new album (something along the lines of a ‘Mexican fiesta’) JB comments on the state of the current metalcore scene. He goes on to say:

“Metalcore is not an interesting genre at this point. It’s very repetitive and predictable; I want …

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Chords + Canvas: Jordan Buckley (Every Time I Die)

March 25th, 2013 Adrian Garza

Now being added to Under The Gun’s vast array of feature content is Chords + Canvas, a fresh new column written by our very own Adrian Garza.

While most musicians grow tired of making noises on the instruments of their choosing, a select few will turn to other artistic outlets, and that is what this series is all about. Chords + Canvas is a series of interviews done with musicians who dabble in the visual arts to varying degrees.

Without a doubt, Every Time I Die is considerably one of the most eclectic touring forces to be based out …

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Spirit Vision Studios

SPIRIT VISION PRESENTS: Stolas – “Medusa”

March 22nd, 2013 Jacob Tender

Welcome to the Spirit Vision Presents. This is a brand new series that will feature live performances in studio by an array of talented artists.

We’ve teamed up with Ben Rosett and Ian Jennings of Spirit Vision Studios and the band Strawberry Girls to bring you some music we appreciate by musicians you may or may not have heard.

We’ll do this through the capture of intimate performances by musicians in-studio, coupled with interviews to get everyone better acquainted.

In this installment we’re featuring Stolas, an experimental four-piece from Las Vegas that has recently signed to Blue Swan …

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Earl Sweatshirt 2012

WATCH: Earl Sweatshirt interview and perform “WHOA” at SXSW

March 19th, 2013 Mike Sacchetti

With consistent news starting to pile up on the rap game’s youngest rising star, Earl Sweatshirt hung out with Hot 97′s Peter Rosenberg and fellow Odd Future member, Domo Genesis, at SXSW. In the nearly 24-minute interview, the two discuss eating lunch with Andre 3000, his top 5 MC’s, Mac Miller as a producer, Tyler The Creator as a director, and much more.

The interview is a great look into the personality of Earl Sweatshirt. He comes off as a chill dude who isn’t above the hype. The Odd Future member has come a long way since his mom sent

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Cojones

UTG INTERVIEW: Cojones

March 19th, 2013 Brian Lion

Today we bring you an exclusive interview with Cojones, all the way from Zagreb, Croatia!

After recently reviewing the band’s newest effort, Bend To Transcend, we got the chance to speak with guitarist Nenad Mandic about how Cojones got their start, some details regarding their forthcoming tour, and what we can expect from the follow-up to Bend. So continue to read through and get acquainted with a great heavy rock outfit from Europe.

First off, can you tell me how the band originated?
We have been playing together in different combinations since the early 2000s. It …

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UTG INTERVIEW: Marla Mase

March 16th, 2013 Brian Lion

Under the Gun Review is thrilled to bring you this exclusive interview with New York City’s multi-talented Marla Mase!

Marla is endlessly busy in her impressive flood of creative enterprises but she managed to take the time to speak with us candidly and in detail about her extensive medium-melding career, her newest album, and even a little about sex. So read through and get familiar with a genuine artist and human being, Marla Mase.

You have a lengthy list of creative outlets, but what originally got you inspired to get involved with music?
Truth is it came out of …

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Kevin Devine & Andy Hull Release Details About Upcoming LPs

March 5th, 2013 Kriston McConnell

In a recent interview with Property Of Zack, Kevin Devine and Andy Hull (Manchester Orchestra, Bad Books) spoke in depth about their bands, their past and upcoming plans for the future as musicians.

Kevin Devine has confirmed that he will start recording a new full length album March 11, and then will start work on a second LP April 14. Manchester Orchestra will also be hitting the studio on March 11 to begin recording their fourth full length album. Additionally, MO will be releasing a split with Grouplove, and a second split with Frightened Rabbit. More …

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UTG INTERVIEW: Chords Of Truth

March 5th, 2013 Brian Lion

Jason Garriotte is all set to release his folktronic Reflections Of Reality Remixed double LP on March 12 via his Chords of Truth pseudonym, and he took some time to speak with us about the immense undertaking; explaining how it came to be and what he hopes listeners will gain from experiencing it.

Read through the jump and get acquainted with Jason and his ponderous musical endeavor, Chords Of Truth.

This project is massive and highly ambitious. Can you explain why you chose to do this and how it all came to be?
Well right after I wrote my first …

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WATCH: Tyler, The Creator’s Interview And Freestyle On Sway In The Morning

March 1st, 2013 Dayton O'Connor

Say what you will about Tyler, The Creator, dude always brings the LOLs.

The rapper recently appeared (with Odd Future members Taco and Jasper in tow) on Shade 45′s Sway In The Morning SiriusXM radio show to drop a few rhymes and to talk shop about his upcoming full length Wolf. All in all, it was a pretty comedic affair.

Some of the highlights:

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UTG INTERVIEW: Tiny Moving Parts

February 14th, 2013 Adrian Garza

Anybody who knows somebody in an independent touring band can attest that life on the road is tough to begin with, and once you realize the harsh reality that material objects diminish, things become more difficult. UTG originally had intentions of interviewing the truly unique and genre-transcending Tiny Moving Parts (one of our 5 Artists To Watch In 2013) at one of the group’s Florida stops among the many of their insanely extensive 50-stop “This Tour Is Long & Full Of Friends” tour, but the Minnesotan trio was stranded until further notice in South Carolina after the group ran into …

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THE SHORT CUT: An Interview With Director Matt Kazman

February 13th, 2013 Brian Lion

The Short Cut is a new column on Under The Gun that showcases the careers of short film directors. Shorts are often overlooked when it comes to the entire spectrum of film, and by including interviews with the directors themselves and information about their creative efforts, this column will highlight the work of some of the category’s dignitaries that we feel deserve your attention.

If you’re a director of short films or know someone who is that would like to be featured in The Short Cut, please send an inquiry with your information to formlessfaces@gmail.com.

As juvenile as it …

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Outline In Color

Outline In Color Release New Song Clip

February 12th, 2013 Kriston McConnell

Outline In Color have partnered up with Undertow Press to unveil a 30 second song clip for a brand new single titled “Tauscher.0″. You can access the clip by heading right here. They also had the chance to sit down with the band’s bassist Michael Skaggs for an interview. If you are interested in checking out as well the interview is available here.

Considering that I listed this band’s debut full length album Jury Of Wolves at my #1 album of the year for 2012, it should come as no surprise that I am personally excited to …

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