Posts Tagged ‘nashville’

427729_10151216220282773_92983066_n

Rocketown Promoter Has Different Side To Volumes Controversy

There are two sides to every story, and the latest incident from Rocketown is looking pretty hectic. Last night, the word was Volumes front man Michael Barr was attacked by following his dedication of a song to a homosexual friend (with No Country For New Nashville originally reporting that reasoning, but they have since updated their page to reflect a lack of concrete knowledge on it). Some people posted on their Facebook page saying Barr needed to show more respect and the like, but there was no concrete report on what actually happened.

While no video of the incident …

427729_10151216220282773_92983066_n

Volumes Frontman Reportedly Attacked At Rocketown After Dedicating A Song To A Homosexual Friend

Damn, Rocketown. Get it together.

Following news earlier in the week that an employee at the Nashville-based Rocketown music venue was fired after wearing a Hostage Calm shirt promoting same sex marriage, word of a new incident at the Tennessee establishment has made its way to UTG.

According to various sources at the venue, as well as tweets from band members, it seems Volumes frontman Michael Barr was attacked by someone last night following his onstage song dedication to a homosexual friend. You can view a selection of Tweets from Barr and other members of Volumes below, as well …

Hostage Calm

Friend Of Hostage Calm Fired For Wearing Same-Sex Marriage Shirt

Just when you think the country is moving in the right direction regarding equality something like this happens. According to a very lengthy post from our friends in Hostage Calm, a long-time friend of theirs was fired from his job at a concert venue for wearing a shirt that said “I Support Same-Sex Marriage”. While I will not get into my personal feelings on how disgusted I am with the actions of this man’s employers you are more than welcome to read what the members of Hostage Calm had to say by checking below the jump.

Let us know …

ham

MUSIC VIDEO: Hammock – Tape Recorder

Nashville post-rock outfit Hammock have released a brand new video for their song, “Tape Recorder” from their forthcoming LP, Departure Songs, which is due out in October of this year.

“Tape Recorder” is six minutes of ethereal beauty. The video was directed by David Altobelli and follows a young woman enjoying the sun and a beautiful day.

We’ve got Hammock’s new visuals for you right after the jump so check it out and prepare to be relaxed!

HalfNoise 2012

MUSIC VIDEO: HalfNoise – Free The House

Nashville, Tennessee ambient outfit HalfNoise (comprised of Zac Farro ex. Paramore) have released their music video for the song “Free The House” and it is definitely a win for us.

The visuals for this song are not all about being outlandish but choose to showcase tiny little pieces of art throughout. We can surely appreciate where the band is taking the direction of the material and sound.

Please be sure to check out HalfNoise’s new video for “Free The House” after the jump and let Under The Gun Review know if you enjoyed their smooth blend of rock and roll. …

anarbor_620_414

Anarbor Perform New Song “Whiskey”

A video has surfaced of Anarbor performing a brand new song called “Whiskey” and can be viewed right here on UTG. This footage was shot in Nashville, TN at Rocketown on February 4. This song is just a small taste of great things to come so stay tuned for the latest updates from the band right here.

Obviously, the sound quality is not top-notch but we promise to grab a full quality stream sometime in the near future for all of you Anarbor fans out there!

anchor & braille stephen christian

Anchor and Braille Recording New Record

Things are moving right along for Anberlin side-project, Anchor and Braille. Singer Stephen Christian conveyed via Twitter today that recording a new record was underway and that the project had been signed to a label.  Recording will occur in Nashville, TN.

The new album will feature a few musicians playing different instruments. John Bucklew (States, Copeland) will appear playing drums and Micah Tawlks, with whom he co-wrote several A&B songs, on guitar. It appears that Aaron March (Copeland) is not involved in the production of this record.

As of now, the project’s new label is unknown, but will be announced …

bonaventure2011

Bonaventure Release Debut Single “These Shoes”

Nashville rock duo Bonaventure have release their very first single, entitled “These Shoes.” The pairing of Andy Albert (ex. Holiday Parade) and Dan Smyers delivers a perfect soothing atmosphere of rock. The songs’ soaring vocals and gentle guitar melody set the tone.

More information on their release and streaming will be brought to you all soon.

Listen to their single right here on Under The Gun and let us know if you enjoyed the sounds of Bonaventure!

Paramore rehearsal in Nashville

Paramore rehearsed in Nashville for their South American Tour. Check out the practice below:

A Rocket To The Moon interview with POZ

Property of Zack recently sat down with A Rocket To The Moon to talk about their first headliner and what’s in the future for Rocket. Here is a little snip-it from the interview with Nick Santino, lead singer:

What exactly is the status on the next record at this point? Last we heard you guys were going to begin writing in January.
Yeah, we were going to start writing, but then I had a little family issue and we had to postpone our trip to Nashville to start writing. We’re going to do it in June and start writing then.

Paramore rehearse in Nashville again

Fueled By Ramen posted another video from Paramore‘s rehearsal in Nashville for their South American tour. Check out the video below:

Asking Alexandria banned from venue

With the number of people who outspokenly hate this band, I have to imagine that some of you may read this headline and think to yourself, ‘Haha, awesome, yes!’ I will openly admit that the aforementioned reaction was that of my own. However, for those of you who may be avid Asking Alexandria haters, who may be hoping that the band was banned because their “music sucked,” this isn’t quite the case. The band was scheduled to play at Rocketown in Nashville, TN on April 12, but the predominately Christian all-ages music venue found AA’s lyrics to be ‘too controversial’ …