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December 3, 2010

Merry Christmas From Planting Seeds Records

The holidays are in full swing....and as a gift from us to you - we've gathered a few of our friends with new and classic tracks for a cool little **FREE** 7 song digital Christmas EP! Festive-themes from THE LOVETONES, LINDA DRAPER, MARK CROZER, THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS, PINKIE, PAULA KELLEY and THE BEDROOM SET w/ANGELIQUE EVERETT. It's up from now until New Years Day 2011 for you to right click away! "Merry Christmas From Planting Seeds Records"!!! Check out the track listing:

VARIOUS ARTISTS
"Merry Christmas From Planting Seeds Records" (PSR076)

01: THE LOVETONES "Wintertime In Hollywood"
Originally from the LP "Axiom" (Tee Pee Records)

02: MARK CROZER "Next Christmas"
New 2010 track from Oxford, UK singer/songwriter/guitarist (The Jesus & Mary Chain/International Jetsetters)

03: THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS "It's Christmas Time All Over Again"
Orginally from the Kindercore Records Christmas comp series - a fine take on Tom Petty's holiday classic!

04: THE BEDROOM SET W/ANGELIQUE EVERETT "Mele kalikimaka"
Originally appeared on 2001's "Christmas Underground" (Bumblebear Records/PSR). The Bedroom Set were a Short lived Norfolk, VA duo - appearing here with former Astropop 3 vocalist Angelique Everett

05: LINDA DRAPER "Merry Christmas"
Produced by Kramer ; Originally released on the LP "Patchwork" and 2002's out-of-print comp "Christmas With Planting Seeds"

06: PINKIE "Pretend Like It's Christmas Day"
Orginally appears on 2001's "Christmas Underground" - multi instrumentalist Alex Sharkey is formerly of Sarah Records legendary band BRIGHTER

07: PAULA KELLEY "Christmas time Is Here"
A cool take on the Vince Guaraldi Classic - released via Paula Kelley's Christmas single; Paula has also appeared on several PSR compilations - her reading of "Blue Christmas" appeared on "Christmas Underground"

MORE PSR NEWS

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS - A new YOUNG SINCLAIRS interview is featured in the latest issue (#67 - with TEENAGE FANCLUB on the cover) of THE BIG TAKEOVER. It's set to hit newsstands shortly....look for it! www.bigtakeover.com

Meanwhile in more Sinclairs news, the band is currently recording new material for future release....A fan of THE BAND, Clarence White era BYRDS, GRATEFUL DEAD, NEIL YOUNG? good sounds indeed!

THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN/FREEHEAT's JIM REID -an Excellent interview with THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN'S (+ FREEHEAT's) JIM REID appears in a recent issue of THE ARTS DESK (UK). Great read...Thank you Andy Von Pip for the heads up : )

Also PSR Graphic Designer ROB DOBBS confirms the Mary Chain have surfaced with an official twitter account....start FOLLOWING JIM REID & CO at twitter.com/uptoohigh

LINDA DRAPER - has confirmed routing via her booking agency for West Coast dates in March 2011. More details to surface soon. Please also visit www.reverbnation.com/lindadraper for updated information.

THE LOVETONES - more reviews drop in for their latest critically acclaimed LP "Lost" read on:

"the paisley clad highway towards the heart that beats psychedelic pop...a thick jangle and velvety flare of guitars, wide lapels of keyboards and a tight rhythm section....the hazy vocals, close your eyes and you are transported somewhere else, 1968." - AMERICANA UK (November, 2010)

"More beautiful psych pop from Aussie Matthew Tow. This records seems to tone down the fuzz a bit and focus more on acoustic tunes , which suits his style just fine. A definite Beatles influence (and some Pink Floyd as well). The title trac......k reminded me of the best Clientele tunes. This might be my favorite record by them yet (and I have liked all of their previous ones)." - DAGGER (USA, November 2010)

"a rather splendid collection that demonstrates their mastery of the pop song. They bring together influences from every decade -- the Byrds, David Bowie and the Stone Roses...a very satisfying listen." - EXCLAIM MAGAZINE (Canada, November 2010)

JUMPROPE - PSR alum ADAM BOC resurfaces with a new solo LP several years in the making of indiepop goodness- First solo album, Pop Supraliminal is out and available in the usual places! For a listen and to pick up the album please visit: http://www.myspace.com/adbocsongs

November 17, 2010

The Young Sinclairs Back With New Digital Releases

The Young Sinclairs are back with a duo of new albums from PSR following the recent release of their 7" vinyl EP "We Spoke Our Minds" (PSREC065)! Due out December 7th is the re-issue of the band's debut LP "Feel Bad" (PSR070) - which will be available at your favorite digital download outlets ------> iTunes, emusic, etc. "Feel Bad" was originally released on compact disc in 2007 via the band's MAGIC TWIG imprint. A limited number of the band's original CD release is also for sale in the PSR SHOP. Check out the track listing:

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS
"FEEL BAD" (PSRCD070)

1. Feel Bad
2. Cancelled Flight
3. This Tyme
4. Sleepyhead
5. Thanks Paul Horn
6. Can You Hear The Bells?
7. Time Is Not Today
8. Engineer Man
9. Left + Right
10.Never Know
11. I Don't Know

Recorded by Sam Lunsford, John Thompson, and Daniel Cundiff at The Mystic Fortress 2005-2006; ©2007 Magic Twig ©2010 Planting Seeds Records

The band is also set to release another digital only album titled - "The Young Sinclairs Present" due to hit digital outlets in early 2011. The album will feature a slew of tracks from the Sinclairs vaults. More information coming soon!

Meanwhile The Young Sinclairs' "We Spoke Our Minds" 7" Vinyl EP continues to get more rave reviews:

"melodic, trippy, and prolific...could be sandwiched between The Electric Prunes...and the Thirteenth Floor Elevators" - GHETTOBLASTER (Issue 26, November 2010)

"a tight blend of pop and psychedelia that is both familiar and comforting. They may wear their influences on their sleeves, but at least The Young Sinclairs emulate their heroes without sounding robotic or unauthentic." - LIEPAPER (October 2010)

MORE PSR NEWS

THE LOVETONES finished up their US dates last week....."LOST" continue to receive critical acclaim....the most recent via Canada's CHART ATTACK:

"channels '60s psych-pop through a modern rock filter. The result is very chill music, relaxed and breezy....incorporates elements of The Stone Roses, David Bowie and The Beatles..." 3/5 stars - Jody McCutcheon

In more Lovetones related news - Bassist/Keyboardist Matthew Sigley is also doing work with Australia's THE STEINBECKS (ex Sarah Records Sugargliders) on some new recordings.

DAKOTA SUITE Leeds' (UK) DAKOTA SUITE will be playing shows in Japan in December here are the dates, with more details about venues etc to follow. The shows will feature Chris Hoosen on guitar, David Buxton on laptop/guitar and Quentin Sirjacq on piano.....

12.04.10 osaka
12.05.10 Matsumoto
12.07.10 Tokyo
12.08.10 Nagoya
12.09.10 Wakayama

further details at www.dakotasuite.com

THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN/FREEHEAT's JIM REID recently recorded an hour long special programme talking about his life and career and the music that
influenced the Jesus And Mary Chain. It's part of the BBC 6 Music 'First Time' strand and was originally broadcast on Sunday (7th November) at
12.00. Check the site for further details about archived shows: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00t3nsw

The Mary Chain also grace the cover of the December 2010 ARTROCKER Magazine (UK) with interviews from JIM REID, JOHN MOORE and Rough Trade's Geoff Travis + more...you can order a copy here: http://www.artrocker.tv/magazine

November 1, 2010

JAMC/IJ's Mark Crozer Set To Release Exclusive Digital EP, LP's + More!.

Mark Crozer - along with his lone studio track "All Things Must Pass" (thus far) recorded with THE JESUS & MARY CHAIN - out on the recently released "Upside Down: The Best Of The Jesus And Mary Chain" (Demon/Rhino) - He has been busy the last several months recording + mixing new solo material and planning the re-issue of his OUT-OF-PRINT backcatalogue via digital download - which will drop late December 2010/January 2011 thru Planting Seeds.

The first of these projects to see the light of day is the three track Single/EP "There Is No Love" (PSR071) due out late November/December 2010. Also slated for late 2010/early 2011 release is the re-issue (and debut digitally) of Crozer's first two solo LP originally released in the early 2000's- "Shining Down On Me" (PSR073) and "Unnatural World" (PSR074). A new studio LP is also planned for 2011.

In more Mark Crozer related news, the latest International Jetsetters EP "California" is still on a hold status which will hopefully see it's release shortly - keep checking back for more information.

MORE PSR NEWS

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS - Have confirmed a few new dates in Roanoke and Richmond, Virginia in November - check out the dates:

11.21.10 Richmond, VA @ Strange Matter w/ Spindrift + Diamond Center
11.27.10 Richmond, VA @ Poe's Pub w/ Long Arms & Maki
12.04.10 Roanoke, VA @ The Bazaar w/ Long Arms

With new dates popping up the band is also gearing for a couple of new releases. As mentioned previously, their debut LP "Feel Bad" see's its reissue via PSR in DIGITAL DOWNLOAD form in November. Look also for a new 8 song mini DIGITAL LP featuring a slew of previously unreleased material - including the fabulous track "Your Only Blessing". Keep checking these very pages for updates on official release dates.

The Sinclairs have an excellent interview out via MUSIC REMEDY which was done during their summers tour with THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE.....get the dirt on the band....from their first concerts, first albums bought, music writing, their name and lots more! Read it here: http://musicremedy.com/t/the-young-sinclairs/album/interview-the-young-sinclairs-9713.html

THE LOVETONES continue their US TOUR in support of their new LP "Lost" - which not surprisingly is receiving rave reviews - check out the latest from BLURT MAGAZINE: 8 out 10 Stars : http://blurt-online.com/reviews/view/2532/

In more Lovetones news....if you've been following the PSR FB page/twitter you've also seen links to some great clips/radio performances from the band. Below are some of the links to check:

THE LOVETONES: VIDEO - "City Meets The Stars" (Live The Back Cat - Washington, DC 10.17.10)
THE LOVETONES: VIDEO - "City Meets The Stars" (Acoustic Live - East Village Radio - 10.23.10)
THE LOVETONES: AUDIO- The band's appearance on EVR's "Beyond Beyond Is Beyond SHow"

LINDA DRAPER - confirms dates are being planned for her March 2011 West Coast tour. She has also confirmed the tour will be her first with her band THE STUDS which includes former VOYCES drummer Eric Puente and bassist Scott Fragala (and perhaps Rob Woodcock?). More East coast dates with THE STUDS should be surfacing shortly. In meantime, look for her latest release "No Frills" (PSRCD-068) out on Tuesday November 2nd worldwide ---it's a LIMITED EDITION so don't delay.

THE TAMBORINES - PSR Pals the Tamborines have also confirmed they are recording new material, you can sample their new sounds via the excellent track/video "Black And Blue" :: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQtzIiwYKLw . In more TAMBOS news, they have also confirmed new tour dates, all of which you can view via facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=153632594656151

Photos: Mark Crozer courtesy of the Mark Crozer archives; The Young Sinclairs courtesy of Magic Twig Community; The Lovetones courtesy of Matthew Sigley Facebook ©Planting Seeds Records archives.

October 16, 2010

Linda Draper + The Lovetones At 2010 CMJ Music Marathon

Linda Draper (+ her band) will help kick off the 2010 CMJ Music Marathon as part of the Sinister Foxy Showcase. Linda will be appearing at The Knitting Factory in Brooklyn, NY on Tuesday October 19th at 6PM SHARP. As a special gift for the first 20 guests - Linda will be giving away copies of her latest LIMITED EDITION "No Frills" CD - which happens to be a collection of her favorite tracks from her first three long-out-of-print albums (all of which were produced by NYC icon Kramer).

Kim Paris of Sinister Foxy has also confirmed The Lovetones are scheduled to appear at the 2010 CMJ MUSIC MARATHON on Thursday October 21st @ Union Pool - Brooklyn, NY as part of the second Sinister Foxy Official CMJ Showcase. Doors open at 5PM! The Lovetones are currently on tour in support of their just released fifth LP "Lost"

For more information on CMJ please visit: http://cmj2010.com/

MORE PSR NEWS

MARK CROZER- readies his first solo release in some time. The "THERE IS NO LOVE" single is set to drop later this year. The track was produced by Mark and was Mixed Jay Braun (Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Fiery Furnaces, Cat Power etc) and Mastered by Warren Russell-Smith (Rolling Stones, Tim Buckley, John Phillips etc)..............more info at: http://www.markcrozermusic.com/

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS - appear with the previously unreleased track "Bright Day" on FUNNY NOT FUNNY RECORDS fall 2010 Mix Tape...which you can stream + download for free -------> http://official.fm/playlist/45037 ---> STEREOPHONIC GOODNESS! Enjoy!

More news shortly.........

October 9, 2010

The Lovetones Hit USA Shores with "Lost" Tour + Limited Edition Vinyl

The Lovetones return to the USA with their fifth LP "Lost" (PSREC069). October 12th will mark the release of the LIMITED EDITION 12" Vinyl version (complete with MP3 Download card). It's ONSALE NOW via the PSR SHOP + IT SHIPS NOW - also including some cool PSR extras! "Lost" is also available worldwide in finer music outlets. You can also pick up the digital version via i-tunes, emusic and other cool digital distros in North America. Want the CD version? You can pick up the digipak/wallet package via the band's AUS label - UNDERCOVER MUSIC.

The band will be hitting the road with dates on the East + West coasts of the USA. Be sure to check them out live --- do yourself a favor and catch them at a venue near you - a GUARANTEED AMAZING SHOW - which also features Rob Campanella (Quarter After + The Brian Jonestown Massacre) on guitar. Below are the confirmed 2010 USA dates::

THE LOVETONES "LOST" 2010 TOUR

10/14 - Boston, MA @ "Band in Boston" Flophouse Session
10/14 - Boston, MA @ T.T. the Bear's w/The December Sound
10/16 - Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie w/The Sounds of Kaleidoscope
10/17 - Washington DC @ The Black Cat w/The Sounds of Kaleidoscope
10/18 - Baltimore, MD @ The Sidebar w/Bad Liquor Pond
10/19 - Chapel Hill, NC @ The Nightlight w/Fan-Tan
10/21 - New York, NY @ East Village Radio, In Studio Interview w/Mike Newman of Beyond Beyond is Beyond
10/21 - Brooklyn, NY @ Union Pool ** CMJ MUSIC MARATHON (Our friends Sinister Foxy Showcase -->thx KIM!)
10/23 - New York, NY @ 8 Mile Creek, Lower East Side *** LP RELEASE PARTY + DJ SET + Acoustic performance
10/24 - Brooklyn, NY @ Cameos Showcase

West Coast w/ Asteroid # 4

10/27 - San Diego, CA @ Bar Pink
10/28 - Long Beach, CA @ The Prospector
10/29 - Laguna Beach, CA @ Thrashpretty Vintage w/The Quarter After
10/30 - LA @ Spaceland w/Magic Mirror & The Quarter After
10/31 - Oakland, CA @ Ghost Town Gallery
11/1 - San Francisco, CA @ The Elbo Room w/Fauna Valetta & the Spyrals
11/3 - Seattle, WA @ The Comet
11/4 - Portland, OR @ Dante's w/Federale & the Pink Snowflakes
11/5 - Chico, CA @ Lasalle's w/Candy Apple
11/6 - Monterey, CA @ Carbone's

MORE PSR NEWS

LINDA DRAPER continues to plan more shows for her "No Frills" live set. Along with picking up her latest LIMITED EDITION CD ("No Frills") at her shows - that very same CD will be made available worldwide via DARLA DISTRIBUTION - it'll drop on NOVEMBER 2, 2010. Be sure to pick up your copy of Linda's handpicked faves from her 1st three long out of print albums - produced by NYC icon KRAMER (GALAXIE 500, LOU REED, LOW, etc) - Very LIMITED so don't delay.

THE JESUS & MARY CHAIN'S JIM REID is back with a very cool interview with our good ole pal ANDY VON PIP via VPME - you can read the interview here which coincides with the release of their new greatest hits "UPSIDE DOWN" and the 25th anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking "Psychocandy" LP - check it out: http://vonpipmusicalexpress.wordpress.com/2010/09/28/psychocandy-jim-reid-interview-2010/

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS/MARK CROZER/WELCOME TO PEEP WORLD- After a bit of hiatus, Oxford's noisepop-makers are back - well sort of, with a slew of planned EXCLUSIVE DIGITAL reissues/new releases. Singer/Guitarist Mark Crozer confirms the reissue of his first two solo LPs, a new single, LP all coming shortly. IJ's Vocalist & Bassist Fi McFall and Bert Audubert will be releasing via PSR a new digital EP. And coming up is the long awaited follow up to 2008's "Heart Is Black" EP ....."California"......which is still in the works...More detailed news on these exciting releases next update.....

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS are set to re-release their debut LP "Feel Bad" via Planting Seeds Records - it'll make it's first appearance in DIGITAL DOWNLOAD form in November 2010. Meanwhile, you can now purchase limited quantities of the CD version (direct from the band's merch table!!) right here at the PSR store along with their two vinyl LP's "Songs Of The Young Sinclairs" (KINDERCORE) + "Chimeys" (Chimney Sweep Records) plus two ULTRA COOL T-shirts (also direct from the band's Merch Table!!).

In more YS news, check out a great video interview + Live In studio performance--- all via ROANOKE REVOULTION -

ANGEL DYNAMITE - Andy from the band confirms they are completing more tracks for their debut DIGITAL RELEASE with the working title 'Scared to be happy'....AD features Alex Sharkey of PINKIE/BRIGHTER/HAL/FOSCA fame....more news as we get it

More news shortly.........

September 19, 2010

The Young Sinclairs Continue Live Dates + Debut LP Re-issued + New Digital EP

The Young Sinclairs have been busy planning new dates for later this year as well as a projected West Coast swing in early 2011. They have also confirmed an appearance on a new NEIL YOUNG TRIBUTE album (Details still TBA) along with bassist Daniel Cundiffs band ETERNAL SUMMERS. The band is also working on new material - rumored to be a projected double LP. As reported previously - PSR will be re-issuing The Sinclairs back-catalogue digitally - the first re-issue will be the band's debut LP "Feel Bad" (Originaly released via Magic Twig in 2007) - which you should see hit i-tunes/emusic etc in Oct/Nov 2010 - the CD will also be available as PSRCD 070. You can also look for an as yet titled digital EP of early recordings this winter. In more merch details - Two Young Sinclairs T-shirt designs will hit the PSR SHOP shortly for you to purchase - along with copies of the band's debut ......look for 'em and BUY BUY BUY!!!

THE LOVETONES "LOST" LP REVIEWS STREAM IN

The Lovetones released their fifth LP "Lost" via Undercover Music in Australia this week - along with a few LP Launch shows - then on to the USA for a few weeks. The new LP continues the band's streak of critical acclaim. You can read the latest from AUSSIE mag THE BEAT : http://www.beat.com.au/content/lovetones-lost - the US Limited Edition 12" Vinyl will be released on 10/12/10 with the digital US verison out on 9/28. Pick up your tickets to the band's US dates. For a full schedule please visit: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=144333735585729&ref=ts. For the Lovetones west coast dates, they have added/confirmed dates in San Diego, CA + Long Beach, CA.

IN MORE PSR NEWS

LINDA DRAPER - Continues Northeast live dates - the current leg of her "No Frills Tour" is set for this evening (9.18.10) in Montague, MA at the cozy + intimate MONTAGUE BOOK MILL - showtime is 8PM. You can also catch her on 9.23.10 in Brooklyn, NY @ The Cameo.
In more Linda Draper news, "No Frills" CD (PSRCD068) will get a limited release on October 26th via PSR SHOP/DARLA RECORDS. It is set get'em while you can....it's a LIMITED EDITION COMPACT DISC....remember those : )

FREEHEAT/JESUS & MARY CHAIN'S BEN LURIE is back with a fantastic new song "Running On Rewind" which you can hear via his myspace.com/benlurie page...recalls later period JAMC (Stoned & Dethroned/Munki)

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS - Mark Crozer confirms his new LP will be released under the moniker THE WHISPERING CULT and the album title will be "Dig That Funky Meat" - which you can hear the title track over at: www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace . Mark has also set up a new MARK CROZER music facebook page which you can check here: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Mark-Crozer/133825429997152?ref=ts . Meanwhile, Fi & Bert's WELCOME TO PEEPLWORLD have just released a mini LIVE album "Live At Joe's Cafe" via Oxford's BIG RED SKY RECORDS. For more info please visit the label at: http://www.bigredsky.co.uk

ANGEL DYNAMITE - continues to ready their debut digital EP....AD features Alex Sharkey of PINKIE/BRIGHTER/HAL/FOSCA + more fame....more news as we get it

More news shortly.........

August 30, 2010

The Lovetones Release First Track "City Meets The Stars" + US Tour Dates!!

The Lovetones have begun promotion of their fifth LP "Lost" (PSREC069) - which will be released in the US on 9/28/10 via your favorite digital Outlets in North America. The Limited Edition 12" Vinyl LP+Digital Download Card will be available shortly after. "Lost" Vinyl should be available for pre-sale at the PSR shop this week - along with pre-ordering the LP you'll be receiving some extra funstuff!! The album's first track "City Meets The Stars" exclusively debuted at US music magazine POPMATTERS on August 25th. Look for more reviews of the LP coming up. Meanwhile, the band has also confirmed a slew of US dates starting on the East coast in mid October. Take a look at the released dates below:

THE LOVETONE S USA "Lost Tour" 2010 ***More dates still to be confirmed

10.14.10 - Boston, MA @ "Band in Boston" Flophouse Session
10.14.10 - Boston, MA @ T.T. the Bear's w/The December Sound
10.16.10 - Philadlephia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie w/The Sounds of Kaleidoscope
10.17.10 - Washington DC @ The Black Cat w/The Sounds of Kaleidoscope
10.18.10 - Baltimore, MD @ The Sidebar w/Bad Liquor Pond
10.19.10 - Chapel Hill, NC @ The Nightlight w/Fan-Tan
10.21.10 - New York, NY @ East Village Radio, In Studio Interview w/Mike Newman of Beyond Beyond is Beyond
10.21-24 - NYC TBA **CMJ
10.30.10 - Los Angeles, CA @ Spaceland w/ Asteroid #4, The Quarter After
10.31.10 - San Francisco, CA @ Bottom Of The Hill w/ Asteroid #4, Fauna Valetta, The Spyrals
11.04.10 - Portland, OR @ Dante's w/ Asteroid #4, Federale

IN MORE PSR NEWS

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS - Mark Crozer continues work on the recording and demo'ing of new material, while Fi & Bert continue to record and play live shows as WELCOME TO PEEPLWORLD. Meanwhile, the projected release of the band's second EP "California" has been placed on a temporary hold - while each member continues to work their current projects + releases- we'll keep you posted on more as we get it. While you wait please do take a listen to some great music by each member:

MARK CROZER : www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace
FI MCFALL & BERT AUDUBERT: www.myspace.com/welcometopeepworld
LOZ COLBERT: http://www.myspace.com/laurence_colbert

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS - have added more live dates - meanwhile bassist Daniel Cundiff continues to promote his other band Eternal Summers (who recently signed to NY's Kanine Records - check out their track "Pogo" via Pitchfork: http://pitchfork.com/forkcast/14705-pogo/)

09.10.10 Charlottesville, VA @ The Jeffereson Theater w/ Dungen**
05.23.11 Roanoke, VA @ Taubman Museum of Art

LINDA DRAPER - Everyone wish Linda a very Happy Birthday on August 29th! She will be returning to Cambridge, MA next week - Sunday September 5th 3PM for the Campfire Festival at the legendary CLUB PASSIM. In more Linda Draper news, "No Frills" CD (PSRCD068) will get a limited release in October via PSR SHOP/DARLA RECORDS for those of you who are not able to catch Linda on her live dates....more on this limited worldwide release soon. Speaking of live dates, please visit www.reverbnation.com/lindadraper or her snazzy new myspace page --- myspace.com/lindadraper

More news shortly.........

August 16, 2010

PSR...On The Road Again...Linda Draper, The Lovetones, & The Young Sinclairs!!

LINDA DRAPER made a few stops last week on her "No Frills" mini tour...entertaining enthusiastic/intimate crowds from NYC to Cambridge, MA to a duo of dates in Pennsylvania. Draper was joined on percussion by PSR's very own Neil DelParto. She'll be returning to Cambridge, MA in September for the Campfire Festival at the legendary CLUB PASSIM. Check out her below dates and make it a point to catch a show in your area!

"No Frills Tour"

09.05.10 Cambridge, MA @ Club Passim - Campfire Festival
09.16.10 Portland, ME @ Slainte Wine Bar & Lounge
09.18.10 Montague, MA @ Montague Book Mill
09.23.10 Brooklyn, NY @ Lovein Cup Cafe (The Cameo)

IN MORE PSR TOURING NEWS....THE LOVETONES ANNOUNCE AUS DATES

The Lovetones have confirmed dates in support of their new LP "Lost" - which is due out in the USA on September 28th (Digital Download) and October 12th (very Limited 12" 33 1/3 RPM Vinyl LP)......for now get a glimpse at their two announced Australian Dates....USA dates really soon to follow::

09.17.10 Melbourne, AUS @ Ding Dong Lounge
09.23.10 Sydney, AUS @ Oxford Arts Factory

"Lost" is released early September in Australia on digipak CD....

MORE YOUNG SINCLAIRS LIVE DATES

The band continues to add dates for the fall...with more possible shows in November....perhaps a West Coast swing? Stay tuned....

08.21.10 Harrisonburg, VA @ Clementines w/ Diamond Center
08.23.10 Patrick Springs, VA @ Border Springs Farm
08.28.10 Lynchburg, VA @ Rivermont Pizza

More news shortly.........

July 29, 2010

Linda Draper Launches "No Frills" Dates This Week

LINDA DRAPER launches her "No Frills" live dates on 8/3 at the Sidewalk Cafe (NYC) as part of the Summer 2010 Antifolk Festival. It'll be her first show offering the LIMITED EDITION CD collection "No Frills" (PSRCD068) - Linda has handpicked 10 of Favorite tracks from her first three Out-Of- Print LPs - all Produced by NYC icon Kramer (Galaxie 500, Lou Reed, Low, etc). Her set of live dates goes thru 8/7 at Philadelphia's Cafe Grindstone and picks back up in mid September - make it a point to check out a truly magical artitst. Look for West Coast dates later this year. For complete live show information please visit : http://www.reverbnation.com/lindadraper

Live video from Linda Draper's 07.07.10 Webster Hall (NYC Show)

VIDEO:: "Sharks & Royalty" acoustic solo
VIDEO:: "Sleepwalkers" with Eric Puente (Drums) & Scott Fragala (Bass)

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS GETTING CLOSER TO "CALIFORNIA" RELEASE

Oxford, UK's INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS make their return with a fresh six song EP "California" (PSRCD066). A LIMITED EDITION CD version containing two beautiful rare bonus acoustic tracks recorded at NY/NJ's WFMU Radio will be released in August/September 2010 (the master & artwork have had a slight delay but are in the final stages) - The digital download version will not contain the two WFMU tracks. Meanwhile, it's rumored singer/guitarist Mark Crozer will be performing some solo shows on the East Coast of the USA at some point this summer....in more IJ's news - 3/5 (Bert, Fi, and Mark) of the band recently gathered together as WELCOME TO PEEPWORLD who recently played Joe's Pub in Oxford - which was filmed ----> a wonderful live video for the track "Everywhere" was created....have a look:

Live video from WELCOME TO PEEPWORLD's Summer 2010 show at Joe Pub (Oxford, UK)

VIDEO:: "Everywhere"

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS SET MORE LIVE DATES + RE-RELEASE FIRST FOUR LPS VIA PSR DIGITAL

Roanoke, VA's THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS continue support shows for their latest releases - PSR's LIMITED EDITION 7" Vinyl EP "We Spoke Our Minds" (PSREC065) (also pick up the wonderful vinyl LP "Chimeys" via Chimney Sweep Records) - which continues to get critical praise - the latest from ALL MUSIC GUIDE - calling the band "a '60s-influenced group who've sworn allegiance to the jangly sound of classic folk-rock and the early stirrings of what would become psychedelia." It's been a busy summer for the band - a tour with The Brian Jonestown Massacre, an appearance at the 9th FLOYD FESTIVAL (Floyde, VA) which also featured performances from The Levon Helm Band (from The Band), Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, Deer Tick, Tift Merritt, + more. Additional live dates are being announced with a November tour in the works. For complete dates please visit: www.myspace.com/theyoungsinclairs.

In more Young Sinclairs news - the band's Early/Out Of Print LP's: "Feel Bad" (2007); "O'Bummer" (2008); "Indian Winter" (2008); "Tough Face" (2008) will be re-released digitally via Planting Seeds Records and hitting i-Tunes, emusic, etc + your fave digital download outlet in Falll. Along with the reissues a new digital YS release is also in the works for a late 2010 release. The band's tour t-shirts should also be hitting the PSR shop shortly.

NEWS BRIEFS:

THE TAMBORINES launch their debut LP "Camera & Tremor" with a must attend party on 7.31.10 at The Victoria in London 8PM.....vinyl, CD, digital....all for the taking!

ANGEL DYNAMITE featuring Alex Sharkey of Brighter and currently PINKIE - ready new digital EP set for the near future....more info as it strams in.

A.M. VIBE have called it quits....drummer Mark Vernon has left the band - Vocalist/Guitarist Lisah Nicholson has confirmed new projects are on the horizon.

THE LOVETONES LP "Lost" is at the pressing plant....readying all for it's 9/28/10 release....stay tuned!

July 18, 2010

The Lovetones Release New LP "Lost" September 28th

Australia's The Lovetones are set to release their fifth studio LP titled "Lost" (PSREC-069) - it's an amazing nine song LP - which follows up 2009's fantastic "Dimensions" (PSRCD-060). On board this go round as special guests on the album: Nettwerk recording artist (who has also lent her vocal talents to The Jesus & Mary Chain + The Brian Jonestown Massacre) Miranda Lee Richards; members of The Asteroid No. 4, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, and Chief Nowhere. It's mixed by Liam Judson (of Belles Will Ring) and features the amazing art of James Marsh who is most recognised from his work on the band Talk Talk's album covers. The LP is due out September 28, 2010 on LIMITED EDITION 12" Vinyl + Digital Download. The album's first single "City Meets The Stars" will media outlets shortly. The band is also gearing up for their tour of Australia (September) as well as The USA (October/November 2010) - US dates will be with Asteroid No. 4 and The Morning After Girls.

THE LOVETONES "Lost" (PSREC069)

Track Listing

SIDE A

1:: City Meets The Stars
2:: Chinatown Busride
3:: Coming Home
4:: Lost
5:: This Great Romance

SIDE B

1:: Hurricane
2:: Come Dance With Me
3:: Free Yourself
4:: Earths Great Sleep

In More PSR news

LINDA DRAPER has confirmed two new shows as part of her upcoming "No Frills" live dates. Confirmed dates:

07.20.10 Brooklyn, NY @ Pete's Candy Store - 10 PM
09.23.10 Brooklyn, NY @ Cameo - 8:30 PM

She recently played to a packed house at Webster Hall (NYC), which incidentally was professionally filmed - watch these spaces and youtube for some amazing clips.

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS 7" vinyl EP "We Spoke Our Minds" (PSREC065) is out on TUESDAY July 20th - along with purchasing it via PSR you can now pick up the EP at DARLA RECORDS, PARASOL, AMAZON.COM and your favorite music outlets worldwide. If they don't carry it please do advise they should be. They can pick up copies via our distributor DARLA RECORDS by contacting James Agren - james@darla.com

July 4, 2010

Linda Draper To Play Webster Hall + Details On "No Frills" Tour Dates & CD

Linda Draper is set to make her debut performance at NYC's famed Webster Hall. She will be appearing as part of Antifolk founder Lach's Wednesday night showcase - the show will be on July 7th at 8PM. On stage, Linda will be joined by drummer Eric Puente (The Voyces) and bassist Scott Fragala (who also played the "Bridge And Tunnel" release show). Her Webster Hall peformance will be followed by a slew of dates on what Draper has called the "No Frills" Tour which begins in August. She has confirmed a handful of dates. As reported earlier, the West Coast dates have been pushed back til Fall 2010. Check out the dates so far with lots more to come:

08.03.10 New York, NY @ The Sidewalk Cafe - Summer Antifolk Festival
08.05.10 Cambridge, MA @ All Asia
08.06.10 Bryn Mawr, PA @ Milkboy Acoustic Cafe
09.16.10 Portland, ME @ Slainte Wine Bar & Lounge
09.18.10 Montague, MA @ Montague Book Mill

In more "No Frills" news - Linda Draper will be releasing the Tour Only CD - which as the name would suggest, is only available on tour dates and is a Limited Edition item - compiling tracks from her long out of print first three LPs produced by NYC icon Kramer. check the track listing:

LINDA DRAPER "No Frills" (PSRCD-068)

1:: As The Story Goes
2:: Airplane
3:: La Lalalala
4:: Dear Anonymous
5:: The One
6:: The Priest Who Looked Like Elvis
7:: Colorblind
8:: The Sleeping Giant
9:: A Little Bit Goes
10:: Here I Am

In more PSR news

THE LOVETONES are soon to announce their Australian & USA live dates in support of their new LP - look for title and track listing shortly - exciting news to come perhaps next update?

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS soon to be released 7" vinyl EP "We Spoke Our Minds" (PSREC065)(due out worldwide July 20th) will get an exclusive advance digital release via our pals at Apollo Audio on July 6th- it's worlwide digital release via i-tunes, emusic etc will the same as physical release. The digital version will contain two bonus tracks "Memory System" and "Forever After (Alternate Version)".

The EP has already received praise - WA's Fensepost proclaims "We Spoke Our Minds again proves that The Young Sinclairs is one today’s best bands." while Finest Kiss states "The new Young Sinclairs is like a paisley slice of Forever Changes cake, an overgrowth of kudzu Murmers, a play where the characters are wearing Their Satanic Majesties Request wizard costumes, a Blurred Crusade to an Unguarded Moment, an Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, a Lolita Nation and a Clue leading to Megan’s bed." There is indeed more critical acclaim to follow!

A.M. VIBE - Singer/Guitarist Lisah Nicholson per her facebook postings, have confirmed the band have reconvened after a brief hiatus - we can hope for more shows to follow and new recordings....stay tuned!

June 21, 2010

Young Sinclairs Return From Week Long Tour With BJM + PSR 7" EP Pre-orders Ship!

The Young Sinclairs have returned to Roanoke, VA after a highly successful week long tour with CA's The Brian Jonestown Massacre. The band played to thousands of fans starting in Boston, MA - introducing their sound - a blend of indie/psych/folk - with a heavy dose of jangly twelve string guitars - the show headed down to NYC at the famed Webster Hall - playing to 1500 people. Planting Seeds' was on board for the last two nights - a high energy performance at Philadelphia's Theater Of The Living Arts and closing out for a bit of a homecoming at Washington, DC's 9:30 Club. Talks of a West Coast tour are rumored - keep checking back for more details - in the meantime here are a few snaphots from the road + a few links to some live videos....

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS LIVE VIDEOS::

:: "Forever After" Live Theater Of The Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA - 6.08.10
:: "We Spoke Our Minds" Live 9:30 Club Washington, DC 6.09.10
:: "Girl I'm For Real" Live 9:30 Club Washington, DC 6.09.10
:: "Memory System" Live 9:30 Club Washington, DC 6.09.10

In more Young Sinclairs news, Pre-orders for their excellent Stereophonic 7" 33 1/3 RPM vinyl EP have begun shipping!!!! Look for the 7" EP via the band's upcoming performances - it will see it's worldwide release (including the 6-song digital download version) on July 20th.

You can also look for Young Sinclairs merchandise to be available via the PSR Shop - if you missed picking up some cool T-shirts on the BJM tour we should have some in stock shortly...exciting times!

International Jetsetters Gear Up For New Live Shows + California EP News

International Jetsetters in preparation of their upcoming "California" release (Due out in August 2010) have confirmed two performances in July via some fabulous UK Festivals. They will be appearing at the 2010 CORNBURY FESTIVAL - Charlsbury, Oxfordshire UK on July 3rd with a slew of PSR fave artists: SQUEEZE, JACKSON BROWNE + More......INFO/TIX:: http://www.cornburyfestival.com/

The following week the IJ's will be at the 2010 COMMOTION FESTIVAL in Kingham, Oxfordshire UK on July 10, 2010 - also featuring BRUCE FOXTON (THE JAM) + more :: http://www.commotionfestival.co.uk/

Mark Crozer has also confirmed possible US solo dates in support of the "California" EP / Solo LP on the east coast...We'll keep you posted on more information.

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS "California" (PSRCD066)

1:: California
2:: Painter
3:: Not About You
4:: Get The Call
CD BONUS TRACKS
5:: California (Live WFMU Acoustic Session)
6:: Out Of My Depth (Live WFMU Acoustic Session)

Produced by International Jetsetters

In more PSR news

LINDA DRAPER - has confirmed the West Coast leg of her "No Frills" tour has been postponed until the fall due to scheduling conflicts. She is putting the finishing touches on the East Coast August dates. In the meantime PSR has released two live Linda Draper videos from 2004 & 2005 - check 'em out via youtube.

:: "The Priest Who Looked Like Elvis" Live at Tasty World - Athens, GA August 4, 2004 (Athens Popfest)
:: "Colorblind" Live at The Bitter End - New York, NY March 9, 2005 (In support of "One Two Three Four" LP)

THE TAMBORINES have confirmed their signing to Japanese label Vinyl Junkie - which is also home to some PSR friends A Place To Bury Strangers, The Black Ryder, Ringo Deathstarr + More. No confirmation on official US release/date - we'll keep you posted.

June 6, 2010

Linda Draper Confirms New Live Dates + Tour CD Produced By Kramer (Galaxie 500, Low, etc.)

Linda Draper has confirmed a few live dates for her upcoming Summer 2010 tour which will see her make stops in various cities (some for the first time) on the west and east coast. In celebration, Draper has compiled a 10 track CD titled "No Frills" - which collects tracks from her first three long out of print LPs - which incidentally was produced by NYC icon Kramer (Galaxie 500, Low, Ween, etc). The collection will be available only at shows + will be a LIMITED EDITION pressing. It's shaping up to be an exciting summer! Check a future update for track listing and cover artwork. Check out the live dates so far...including a last minute show in BROOKLYN, NY at UNION HALL on JUNE 8, 2010 @ 8PM...more coming up!!!

No Frills Tour 2010::

06.09.10 Brooklyn, NY @ Union Hall 7:30PM
07.07.10 New York, NY @ Webster Hall 8PM
08.05.10 Cambridge, MA @ All Asia 7PM
08.06.10 Bryn Mawr, PA @ Milkboy Coffee 8PM

In more Linda Draper news, "Mother's Little Helper" from her latest LP "Bridge And Tunnel" recently appeared on Bitch Magazine's Bitch Tapes: "Mamamix" for Mother's day 2010 - which also includes songs from Kimya Dawson, The Shirelles, and more. Have a listen: http://bitchmagazine.org/post/bitchtapes-mamamix.

The Lovetones Reveal More On Latest LP + "I Rock" TV Show

The Lovetones' Matt J. Tow confirms more information on their latest LP - which continues mixing through the month of June. The album is targeting a fall 2010 release (October). Tow also confirms legendary UK graphic designer and artist, James Marsh will be designing the new LP artwork! Marsh is most well known for his images appearing on 'Talk Talk' records as well as on several Beatles books amongst others. Check out more at www.jamesmarsh.com .

In more album news, it is indeed confirmed Nettwerk recording artist Miranda Lee Richards will appear on The Lovetones track "Coming Home" - a complete track listing will be released shortly. As previously reported the LP will also include a guest appearance from Philadelphia's The Asteroid #4. The album is shaping up to be an instant classic! More great details to surface shortly.

In even more Lovetones news, the long awaited Lovetones appearance on Aus TV show "I Rock" will air on Monday June 7th at 9PM via ABC2....The band perform the now classic track "Wintertime In Hollywood"

In more PSR news

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS/MARK CROZER - MARK CROZER has uploaded another new track - "Hard For Me To Say" via myspace http://www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace! FI & BERT have also added new tracks via their WELCOME TO PEEPWORLD myspace + more new show dates....meanwhile LOZ COLBERT continues work with Phil King (Fellow JAMC + ex LUSH) in THE JOHN MOORE ROCK N ROLL TRIO.....INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS "California" will see release late Summer via CDEP/Digital Download...the CD version will contain two bonus tracks...complete track listing next update.

ANGEL DYNAMITE/ALEX SHARKEY/PINKIE - Andy from A.D. has confirmed the digital release of their as yet titled debut EP via Planting Seeds - Look for an official release date coming soon!....Meanwhile work has been put on hold for Alex Sharkey's/Pinkie's "Dreams, They'd Be There Too" LP - more news on it as we get it....In more Pinkie News...ALEX SHARKEY chats about DAVID BOWIE's "HUNKY DORY" LP via DELUSIONS OF ADEQUACY'S "ARTIST ON AR TISTS" SERIES check it here: www.adequacy.net/2010/05/artists-on-albums-aoa11-pinkies-alex-sharkey-on-hunky-dory/

THE TAMBORINES have delayed the US release of their new LP "Camera & Tremor" - which will be out in the UK on August 2, 2010 via BEATMO RECORDS - on limited edition vinyl, CD, and digital download (worldwide)....we'll keep you posted.

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS are currently playing dates with THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE.....and ending with their performance at the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC....a slight delay at the pressing plant for the "We Spoke Our Minds" 7" EP - it should be available in June via pre-oder - the worldwide release is 7.20.10.....look for a LIMITED EDITION CDEP version to be available at the band's shows. In more YS news check a slew of blogs for cool little features:

IMPOSE MAGAZINE: http://www.imposemagazine.com/bytes/the-young-sinclairs
THE PHILL(ER) New Song Daily #442: The Young Sinclairs – “Girl, I’m For Real” http://shar.es/mjPdC
THE NEEDLE DROP: http://theneedledrop.com/?p=333
GORILLA VS. BEAR: http://bit.ly/b5Tnnj

May 13, 2010

The Young Sinclairs "We Spoke Our Minds" EP Available Now For Pre-Order

The Young Sinclairs latest release "We Spoke Our Minds" EP is now available for PRE-ORDER via THE PLANTING SEEDS RECORDS' SHOP. By ordering via the PSR SHOP - the 7" 33 1/3 RPM Limited Edition EP will ship before its worldwide July 20, 2010 drop date. It should also be available via the band's merch table on their upcoming June dates with THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE.

In more Young Sinclairs news - the band has also announced a new vinyl (purple) LP release on Blacksburg, VA's Chimney Sweep Records - the LP is also due out in June and is titled "Chimeys". Along with a new EP, LP, the band have confirmed the reissue of their "O'Bummer" album on cassette via Funny Not Funny Records. The Sinclairs next live date is in Roanoke, VA @ The Bazaar on May 28th

In more PSR news

LINDA DRAPER - More summer 2010 dates are shaping up, although not yet confirmed - show info should be upcoming. Look for a slew of dates in the NYC area including in-store/radio in studio performances + Two confirmed dates are set: May 22, 2010 in NYC @ The Sidewalk Cafe & July 7th @ Webster Hall- catch Linda's latest shows to hear tracks from her recent "Bridge And Tunnel" LP/"Pushing Up The Day" EP along with new songs she is sure to debut.

In release information, Linda has confirmed a limited edition tour CD will be available at live shows only while supplies last - talks are also in the works for another limited edition item - once again only available on her Summer 2010 Tour....more soon!

THE LOVETONES' Matthew J Tow has confirmed the band is in the mixing stage for their latest still untitled LP. The album is set to be released this fall with an October Tour that is set to include some fantastic bands (more in the next update). More news is streaming in - Keep checking back for more details

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS/MARK CROZER has uploaded a new track - "Same Old Same" via myspace - take a listen to Mark's latest timelss creation at http://www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace! He also has confirmed more recording is taking place for his solo LP - which should also include IJs/JAMC/RIDE drummer Loz Colbert.

THE TAMBORINES are set to release their new LP "Camera & Tremor" on August 2, 2010 via their very own BEAT-MO RECORDS - an Album Launch Party is scheduled on July 31st more details at www.myspace.com/thetamborines

PSR/NEIL DELPARTO's review of Aussie Legends THE CHURCH's April 28th Norfolk, VA performance at the Norva Theater is up over at PARASITES & SYCHOPHANTS check it out

April 26, 2010

PSR Newsbriefs: The Lovetones, Linda Draper, The Young Sinclairs and More

The Lovetones' Matt J Tow has confirmed that Aussie TV Drama/Comedy program "IROCK" will debut in May 2010 on ABC2. The official airtime will be on May 3rd at 9PM. No word yet on the show being available for viewing for folks outside of Australia. Check out the show trailer via youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGADze5KcgY

Meanwhile in more PSR news

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS "We Spoke Our Minds" E.P. is still at the pressing plant with test pressings coming our way later this week - which should hopefully set the timetable for the release to be available at the band's upcoming tour with THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE. Look for the EP to be up for PRESALE in the PSR shop before weeks end. Speaking of live dates, The Young Sinclairs have added two new dates to their May/June jaunt in promotion of their two new releases - check the dates:

05.01.10 Ronoake, VA The Strawberry Festival @ Elmwood Park 3PM
05.28.10 Ronoake, VA @ The Bazaare w/ Diamond Center 8PM

LINDA DRAPER continues to plot dates for her Summer tour - East Coast leg of the tour is tentively set to start on July 27th and run thru the beginning of August. Confirmed dates should be made available shortly.

In more Draper news, a double shot of "Bridge And Tunnel" tracks ("Time Will Tell" + "Close Enough")appears on the lastest SHIFTED SOUNDS podcast (episode #198) - listen to it here: http://www.shiftedsound.com/?p=710

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS are still in the mastering process for their new EP "California" (PSRCD-066), bassist Bert Audubert has confirmed the band will reconvene in July for live dates in promotion of the release. He has also confirmed WELCOME TO PEEPWORLD (Bert + Fi) have been working on a debut release and is set to hit the live stage with a slew of new dates, which also includes IJ's MARK CROZER on second guitar/production. Bert has also stated WTPW have a new track "One and all" that will be on the David Freeman show on Jazz FM 102.2, on May 1st. - lots of activity happening! here are the live dates to check out:

04.24.10 Oxford, UK @ Bear and Ragged Staff
05.26.10 Oxford, UK @ Cafe Tarifa
06.06.10 Oxford, UK @ Malmaison
06.24.10 Oxford, UK @ Joe’s Cafe

in more IJs related news - MARK CROZER continues work on his solo LP "Sympathy For The Kettle" along with his work in CHAMBERS OF THE HEART - here are a trio of new live dates:

04.30.10 Oxford, UK @ Bullingdon Arms
05.26.10 Oxford, UK @ Wheatsheaf
05.30.10 Oxford, UK @ Bullingdon Arms

THE TAMBORINES are gearing up for their performance with PSR faves THE PRIMITVES on April 29th at The Scala (Club AC30) in London. You can pick up tickets in advance via TICKETWEB : http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=357786&interface=scala.

More news should also be available shortly on their new LP release...stay tuned!

April 14, 2010

Welcome Roanoke VA's The Young Sinclairs To Planting Seeds Records

Roanoke, VA's The Young Sinclairs mark their debut release via Planting Seeds Records with the fabulous "We Spoke Our Minds E.P." (PSREC-065) due out worldwide July 20, 2010 on limited edition 33 1/3 RPM 7" Vinyl and Digital Download - the digital download version will include two bonus tracks (If all goes to plan you should be able to pick up the EP via PSR shop + thru the band's live dates prior to it's 7.20.10 worldwide release date). The Young Sinclairs have been bringing their brand of jangly 60's inspired psyche/folk/rock (RIYL: The Byrds, The Essex Green, Rain Parade etc.) to the world since 2005 as part of the Magic Twig Community. The band features: John Thompson, Daniel Cundiff, Sean Poff, Jonathan Woods, and Samuel Lunsford. In their five years they have self released several full length LPs and EPs. Along with their new "We Spoke Our Minds E.P." the band has just released the 18-song Vinyl only LP "Songs Of The Young Sinclairs" via Athens, GA's Kindercore Records. You may also recall their 2009 East Coast Tour with fellow PSR artists The Lovetones.They are gearing up to support both releases with their much anticipated summer tour with THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE.

Check Out The EP's Track listing:

THE YOUNG SINCLAIRS "We Spoke Our Minds" (PSREC065)

SIDE 1
1:: We Spoke Our Minds
2:: You Can Have Her
SIDE 2
3:: Girl, I'm For Real
4:: Have A Home
DIGITAL BONUS TRACKS
5:: Forever After
6:: Memory System

Produced by The Young Sinclairs
All songs written by Samuel Lunsford (Copyright Control), Recorded at The Mystic Fortress, Roanoke, VA

2010 East Coast Tour Dates With The Brian Jonestown Massacre

06.04.10 - Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
06.06.10 - New York, NY @ Webster Hall
06.08.10 - Philadelphia, PA @ Theater Of Living Arts
06.09.10 - Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club

For more information on the band, please visit www.myspace.com/theyoungsinclairs or check the band out at their new facebook page!

Matthew J Tow Completes Mini USA Tour + Lovetones New LP News

Matthew J Tow recently completed his mini US Solo Tour which included dates in Los Angeles and New York. In Los Angeles, Matt played The Three Clubs on March 24th- which you can check out two live clips: "Navigator" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTlRDWQ0z90
and"A New Low In Getting High" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BP8fBOyePE&feature=related. At the Spaceland show on March 27th Matt was backed by The Quarter After. In New York two shows were set - one for Brooklyn at The Cameo w/ Weird Owl (Tee Pee Records) and NYC at Pianos Upstairs for PERFECT PRESCRIPTION - which featured Danny Lee Allen (Youth Group/We Are Scientist) on percussion - Check Matt's final solo dates set list:

Inside A Dream / Two Of A Kind / A New Low In Getting High / Stars / Wintertime In Hollywood / Journey Man / Navigator / Starcleaner

In Lovetones news, Matt Tow confirms more recording has been done with Producer/BJM/Quarter After guitarist Rob Campanella in Los Angeles with guest appearances rumored from Miranda Lee Richards. Additional mixing was also confirmed with members of Asteroid #4 in Philadelphia. The as yet titled LP is targeting a late 2010 release with a September/October 2010 Tour of the USA in the works.

More Lovetones: The band's previously mentioned "I ROCK", the new ABC TV (AUSTRALIA) dramatic comedy,
premieres on ThABC2 Monday 3 May @ 9PM - THE LOVETONES appear in Episode 6 - for more details on the program, please visit: http://blogs.abc.net.au/abc_tv/2010/03/i-rock-premiere-gig-on-abc2.html

PSR NEWS BRIEFS

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS have completed their follow up to 2009's "Heart Is Black" EP - "California" (PSRCD-066) is currently being mastered by Jon Chaikin (The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart, Radio Dept. etc.) at Nonstop Sound in California. The EP is set to drop in late July/August 2010. Keep checking back for full track listing + official release date. To hear the title track + a sneak peak at the EPs cover art, please visit www.myspace.com/internationaljetsetters.

LINDA DRAPER - Has announced two new shows that will kick off what is to be a busy summer of touring. She will be in support of her two most recent releases - "Bridge And Tunnel" + "Pushing Up The Day" EP. Her first show will be a return to THE SIDEWALK CAFE on May 22, 2010 @ 9PM. She will also be appearing at NYC's famed WEBSTER HALL on July 7, 2010 at 8PM. More live dates will be upcoming. Linda's track "Close Enough" from her critically acclaimed latest LP, will appear on PSR's new **FREE** Label Sampler "Kaleidoscope Sounds" which be a limited edition CD given out at PSR artists live dates.

PINKIE - Alex Sharkey continues work on the latest LP "Dreams, They'd Be There Too" - no confirmed release date - work also continues with Angel Dynamite. In more Alex Sharkey related news, his former band - BRIGHTER is in the teaser trailer for the now in production documentary film "The Story Of Sarah Records - check it out over at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of-KfBFsUiI

THE TAMBORINES - have confirmed they will be releasing their new LP "Camera And Tremor" via their own BEAT-MO Records in the UK with licensing via Japan, Spain, and of course the USA/North America. In the UK the band will precede the LP with a 7" single release. Official release date info coming shortly...

March 22, 2010

Planting Seeds Records News Briefs

Planting Seeds Records is almost set to confirm several new releases set for Spring/Summer 2010. Along with new releases, a few PSR artists are gearing up to hit the road for in the coming months. here is a quick rundown of some of the artists activities....

MATTHEW J TOW/ THE LOVETONES - continues work on their new LP...Matt is also gearing up for 5 show mini tour of Los Angeles/NYC. He has also confirmed the full band will return for a full tour in support of the new LP.

MARK CROZER/INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS have confirmed the new "California" release will be mastered and then set for a release shortly...He is also finalizing mixes on his so far 8 track solo LP "Sympathy For The Kettle"

LINDA DRAPER - will be playing the "I Heart Major Matt" show at The Sidewalk Cafe (Ave A & 6th St) Tuesday March 23, 8:00PM - Antifolkers covering the songs of Major Matt Mason USA - also performances by Toby Goodshank (The Moldy Peaches), Jeffrey Lewis (Rough Trade) + more. Linda is also plotting new dates for her 2010 tour in support of her latest LP "Bridge And Tunnel" + new EP "Pushing Up The Day". Dates should include the East and West coast....

PINKIE/ANGEL DYNAMITE - Alex Sharkey is sorting out artwork for the latest Pinkie LP "Dreams, They'd Be There Too"...rumors are surfacing about Pinkie live dates upcoming.....Alex's other project Angel Dynamite is readying their debut EP....

SUNDAY SMOKE KIT- are set to hit the remastering phase of the re-release of their critically acclaimed EP "Passing Shooting Stars" . As reported earlier, there will not be a promotional video accompanying the EPs promo single "Los Alamos". SSK leader has deemed Super 8 footage not useable.

THE TAMBORINES - announce new dates...including support spot with THE PRIMITIVES on
April 29th in London....more at myspace.com/thetamborines

THE VOYCES - bassist Frank Carreno has confirmed the band will reconvene soon for hopefully more live dates. The band has been spread out the last few months. Meanwhile Frank has been touring with Columbia Records singer/songwriter Angel Taylor.

March 3, 2010

The Tamborines Confirm Title for New LP

Via The Band's facebook page, Henrique Laurindo confirms the title of The Tamborines long awaited album - it'll be due out shortly and is titled "Camera & Tremor Vol I" . Meanwhile the band is planning dates for a return to Germany this summer. US dates are yet to be confirmed. The next show will be on March 19th as part of the MICROSONIDOS 2010 in MURCIA.

MORE PSR NEWS:

MATT TOW OF THE LOVETONES - has confirmed a USA EASTER solo Tour :
03.24.10 - Los Angeles, CA @ Three Of Clubs
03.26.10 - Los Angeles, CA @ Redwood Bar w/ Spindrift, Magic Mirror + Upsidedown
03.27.10 - Los Angeles, CA @ Spaceland w/ The Quarter After, Federele
04.03.10 - Brooklyn, NY @ Cameos w/ Weird Owl
04.04.10 - New York, NY @ Pianos
Meanwhile, The Lovetones continue work on their latest studio LP due out later this year.

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS have finished work on their follow up to 2009's "Heart Is Black" and will also be returning for their first live show of 2010 with a performance at The Jericho (Oxford, UK) on March 8th. You can pick up tickets via http://www.wegottickets.com/event/69065

LINDA DRAPER - Has confirmed production on the proposed Anika Mottershaw directed promo video for "Sleepwalkers" has ceased due to scheduling conflicts. Linda is currently putting together a slew of live dates via her booking agency. The second single from "Pushing Up The Day" EP will be released to the press shortly.

SUNDAY SMOKE KIT- will be back with the long out of print "Passing Shooting Stars" release due to make its Digital Debut later this year. The EP will be expanded to a full LP with previously unreleased tracks from the Scott Meiggs archives. A promotional video is in the works for the releases's single "Los Alamos" - containing rare super 8 film footage from the PSR vaults. More info soon...

DAKOTA SUITE - Out now via PSR exclusive digital download (i-Tunes,emusic and your fave digtital outlets)- Leeds, UK band DAKOTA SUITE's 1st 9 releases including their latest LP "Waiting For The Dawn To Crawl Through And Take Away Your Life"- DAKOTA SUITE is centered around the group's talented frontman, singer/guitarist Chris Hooson; the only other firm member of the group is producer RICHARD FORMBY (SPACEMEN 3,THE TELESCOPES, and JAZZ BUTCHER) :: RIYL - Red House Painters, Spain,LOW and Mark Eitzel >>> www.dakotasuite.com

NEW RELEASES...soon....promise!

February 11, 2010

Mark Crozer/International Jetsetters Ready New Releases

Mark Crozer confirms International Jetsetters next release "California" has completed recording/mixing with Mark Gardener (RIDE) and is a short time away from setting a final track listing/release date etc. "California" is the follow up to 2009's "Heart Is Black" EP (PSRCD-057). Mark has also confirmed "Sympathy For The Kettle" - Crozer's new solo album is in the final mixing period and is due out in the Spring. A few new tracks from the LP have been uploaded: "Axiom", "There Is No Love" - have a listen over at: http://www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace

In celebration of both new releases two new websites have been unveiled with tons of information on both International Jetsetters and Mark Crozer news....check 'em out:

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS :: www.internationaljetsetters.net
MARK CROZER :: www.markcrozermusic.com

MORE PSR NEWS:

THE LOVETONES - "Dimensions" LP track "When It Comes" appear on French label DEAD BEES RECORDS new sampler "#Nine" also featuring tracks from THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE, SKY PARADE, SPINDRIFT and more >>> http://www.deadbees.com/db-08.php

In more Lovetones news, a review of the band's February 5th show is reviewed in Aussie publication Faster Louder read it here: http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/reviews/events/22415/The-Lovetones--The-John-Curtin-Hotel-Melbourne-050210.htm

THE TAMBORINES have returned from a very upbeat German tour...talks are already in the works for a return in the summer. Meanwhile Henrique Laurindo confirms the new LP is currently being mastered and will unveil release info shortly.

LINDA DRAPER - Director Anika Mottershaw has confirmed the promo video for Linda's "Sleepwalkers" single will be debuting before months end...more news on it shortly....

THE VOYCES - in support of their latest LP "Let Me Die In Southern California" confirm a new live date: Wednesday, 2.17.10 at Green Art People Short Attention Span Theater Ventura, CA at 7PM..more info at: www.thevoyces.net

PLANTING SEEDS RECORDS - have a listen to a slew of PSR catalog tracks at the ever-so-hip LAST.FM :: http://www.last.fm/label/planting+seeds+records

NEW RELEASES...soon....promise!

January 25, 2010

Linda Draper Pushes Through A New Decade Of Music With Her Fabulous New EP

Linda Draper's new release - the digital exclusive "Pushing Up The Day" EP hits digital download outlets (i-Tunes, emusic, Napster, etc) on January 26th - you can read the official press release over at Americana/Folk Magazine NO DERESSION's Blog: http://www.nodepression.com/profiles/blogs/nyc-singersongwriter.

In more news, check out a Cool little write up for LINDA DRAPERs new EP "Pushing Up The Day" (PSRCD-063) in excellent UK mag Wears The Trousers http://wearsthetrousers.com/2010/01/22/free-music-friday-linda-draper-2/

A video is also in production for Draper's latest single "Sleepwalkers", which will be directed by Anika Mottershaw. Look for the debut of the video soon.

Linda is also gearing up to plan live dates in support of the new EP...look for more shortly....

MORE PSR NEWS:

THE LOVETONES - THE LOVETONES "Dimensions" LP clocks in at #44 on the Best LPs of 2009 via THE QUAKER GOES DEAF show on WESN Radio in Normal, Illinois, U.S.A.....

#44: Lovetones—Dimensions (Planting Seeds) - 4th album since 2003 from Australian band who play stunning 60’s influenced psychedelic pop/rock with big ringing stick-in-your-...head melodies that recall the Byrds, Brian Jonestown Massacre, Asteroid No. 4,
Pink Floyd, R.E.M...... http://www.wesn.org/

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS' MARK CROZER confirms first solo acoustic show 4/14/2010 8:00 PM at Cafe Tarifa 56-60 Cowley Road, Oxford, London and South East OX4 1JB .... more info: myspace.com/markcrozerspace

THE TAMBORINES gear up for their tour of Germany + ready new LP...You can also pick up some cool merch too (inc. PSR's "Sally O'Gannon" EP)...head on over to: http://thetamborines.com/shop.html

NEW RELEASES...still working on the confirmed list for 2010...keep checking back!

January 11, 2010

The Lovetones Continue Work On 2010 LP

THE LOVETONES continue recording their new LP with dates upcoming in Australia. The band will be looking for a mid 2010 release date with a tour to follow in September/October. Singer/Guitarist MATTHEW J TOW will be doing some solo acoustic shows in the USA in March - more information will be availble shortly. For updated show dates + more news be sure to check out myspace.com/thelovetones. In more LOVETONES news, their latest critically acclaimed album "Dimensions" receives the nod for "Best of '09" at ROTTING AMERICA. Read more at: http://rottinga...merica.blogspot.com/2009/12/year-end-music-tally.html.

Check out their latest confirmed Australian live dates:

02.05.10 The John Curtin Hotel, Lygon St Carlton, Melbourne
02.06.10 Cobram Music Festival Cobram, Murray River Victoria
02.12.10 Spectrum Nightclub, Darlinghurst, Sydney

MORE PSR NEWS:

INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS (JAMC/RIDE) are back with their first show of 2010 in support of POWER OF DREAMS (Polydor Records etc) at The Jericho - Oxford, UK March 8th...more info + Tix: http://www.wegottickets.com/event/69065. The band continues to work on their latest release "California" as well as working on a slew of other projects: Bert & Fi (Welcome To Peep World), Loz Colbert (John Moore Rock & Roll Trio - with Phil King - they release their debut LP coming early 2010).

Mark Crozer has announced the release of his new solo album
"SYMPATHY FOR THE KETTLE" it's out on April 5th on Matcha Records in the
UK! More details to follow soon. You can listen to "JUST ANOTHER
DAY" - the first single and lead track from the album at
www.myspace.com/markcrozerspace

LINDA DRAPER's "Bridge And Tunnel" hits BEST albums of 2009 lists: Squishy Chocolate. ; Blow Up Radio's Lazlo's Den has included Linda's latest among the top 60 LPs of 2009 - alongside great albums by 7 Worlds Collide (Neil Finn, Johnny Marr, Eddie Vedder etc), Raz orlight, Elvis Costello, The Datsuns among others.

"Bridge And Tunnel" also chimed in on Lucid Cultures Top 200 Of The Decade..."Bridge And Tunnel" came in at #95, while "Patchwork" followed at #167. Linda's debut LP "Ricochet" (2001) came through at #191.

In more news, a new January date has been announced: 1/14/2010 - Bernard King Presents: Venus Flytrap @ SIDEWALK CAFE (Time TBA) - performances from Linda Draper, Randi Russo, Nan Turner, Phoebe blue, Phoebe Kreutz, Erin Regan, Rachel Trachtenberg, Emily Einhorn, + Other special guests.

THE TAMBORINES continue gearing up for the release of their debut LP in 2010 as well as their 01.28.10 show with The Early Days presented by Let' kiss and make up at Bang Bang Club (Berlin)...more information at myspace.com/thetamborines

THE VOYCES latest LP "Let Me Die In Southern California" on a slew of "Best Of '09" lists: ShockPop, Miami New Times Little Gray Pixel, Hyperbolium ...read more over at www.thevoyces.net/

JIM REID/JAMC/FREEHEAT - If you missed it over the holidays, check out what JIM REID (JESUS AND MARY CHAIN/FREEHEAT), JOHN MOORE (BLACKBOX RECORDER/JAMC etc) and others were listening to in 2009 on their i-Pod - It's all via the UKs VPME - http://vonpipmusicalexpress.wordpress.com/2009/12/23/whats-on-your-i-pod_xmas09/

MICHAEL BARRETT (Essex Green, Ladybug Transistor etc) has unearthed some previously unreleased ace ESSEX GREEN tracks pre-dating their Kindercore/Elephant 6/Merge releases...you can check 'em out via his TUP KEEWAH BLOG -including a cool Byrdsy version of "Everything Is Green" - which was also released via PSR...'s "Dreaming Up The Perfect Pop" compilation in 2002...you can also view the video for MICHAEL'S "Loving Arms" promo video (track included on PSR's "Sunsets & Silhouettes" collection in 2004) >>> http://tupkeewahrecordings.blogspot.com/

NEW RELEASES...still working on the confirmed list for 2010...keep checking back!

December 31, 2009

A Toast To 2009! Happy New Year!

A Look Back at some of the PSR highlites of 2009...Well here we are, the last day of 2009. I can say for sure it's been a long crazy year. Along the way we had some good old fashion fun - from traveling to DC, NYC to California. The year kicked off with conitinued promotions for the fabulous debut from Oxford's INTERNATIONAL JETSETTERS which got a big thumbs up from legendary LA DJ Rodney Bingenheimer - "Inside Out" was on rotation for a solid month on his Sunday night show "RODNEY ON THE ROQ". The IJs also played in support of Glen Tilbrook formerly of Squeeze at the Halesworth GIG IN THE PARK and at the legendary CAVERN CLUB in Liverpool (as part of the '09 International Pop Overthrow) among several other shows the band scheduled. The band is currently finishing up their next EP along with working on various other projects.

In February we released the very fantasitc "Dimensions" LP from Australia's THE LOVETONES. Their LP raced up the CMJ Music charts peaking out in the Top 100 - with their LP gathering rave reviews from music folks worldwide. The band followed in May with a US Tour that kicked off in NYC...the PSR crew were able to hop along on the East Coat dates and had much fun hanging out with Matt Tow, Matt Sigley, Rob Campanella, Nelson Bragg and the guys from The Young Sinclairs. The band later did their West Coast tour which included dates in Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, San Francisco. The band is currently recording their next LP.

We quickly followed with the release of LINDA DRAPER's third PSR release "Bridge And Tunnel" - which kicked off in April 2009 in Norfolk, VA at the lengendary Attucks Theater for the LPs special pre-release show. The album once again received rave reviews from music critics around the globe - MAGNET, DELUSIONS OF ADEQUACY, BIG TAKEOVER among others. Linda also embarked on her second West Coast tour. The first show of the tour - at Spaceland (Los Angeles) was amazing - a packed house and an opening spot for COTTON JONES and THE PARSON REDHEADS. She followed with another great LA performance with the delightful indie pop of PAULA KELLEY w/ AARON TAP at The Room 5 Lounge. Linda closed out her LA area shows with a cool performance (which featured bassist Rob Woodcock) with OLD TOY TRAINS at the Silverlake Lounge. The tour also made stops in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. Towards the end of the year Linda made a return performance on WBAB (NYC) RADIO UNNAMEABLE hosted by BOB FASS. Linda Draper is gearing up for the late January drop date of "Pushing Up The Day" Digital EP which features the triple A-side release of the title track, "So Long", and "Sleepwalkers".

MORE PSR '09 HIGHLITES:

San Diego's A.M. VIBE released their 2nd LP "Capricorno" via PSR in March to great reviews in THE BIG TAKEOVER, PENNYBLACK MUSIC, DAGGER, DELUSIONS OF ADEQUACY among a slew of indie music pulications. We managed to travel down to San Diego, CA to catch the band performing its high energy fuzzed out indie rock at the Art Around Adams Festival in June.

THE VOYCES returned in September with their second PSR release "Let Me Die In California" which has already made several year end best of lists...Brian Wurschum made several radio appearances in support of the LP. The album got a surplus of blog reveiws...more is still to come in 2010...live dates are rumored...

FREEHEAT/THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN's BEN LURIE resurfaced with a trio of new tracks with possibilities of even more to come...

PINKIE spent most of the year finishing up recording on the latest LP "Dreams, They'd Be There Too"...which is looking like an early 2010 drop date...

THE TAMBORINES wrapped up the recording of their new LP...2010 looks to be a big year....

Of course there are so many more great events that happened in 2009, the above are one's I remember from the top. Here's looking forward to more in 2010 and beyond. Thanks goes out to those who continue to support the cause...you all know who you are...cheers!

-Neil DelParto / December 31, 2009

NEXT UPDATE: More 2010 release news...HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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