Apr 19 2013

Headliners Announced For Indianapolis Metal Fest 2013

Festival promoters for Indianapolis Metal Fest have released the lineup for this year’s event, slated to take place on September 20th and 21st. True to their promise to put on a European-style underground metal festival that rejects the American “Corporate Festival” trend that has dominated — and according to festival founder Rob Mason — commercialized, castrated, and attempted to make heavy metal mainstream, the lineup is chock full of some of the most brutal, underground artists in metal. Some of these bands include DECREPIT BIRTH, INCANTATION, ACHERON, FUNERUS, the recently reunited BYZANTINE, TEMPLE OF BRUTALITY — a band featuring Megadeth bassist David Ellefson and ex-WASP drummer Stet Howland, guitar virtuoso ANGEL VIVALDI, THE CONVALESCENCE, SADGIQACEA, metal legends VICIOUS RUMORS and LEATHERWOLF, progressive metallers SEVEN WITCHES, SINGLE BULLET THEORY, MOBILE DEATHCAMP featuring ex-GWAR member Beefcake The Mighty, and AS SHADOWS COLLAPSE! Also, true to their belief that Metal is in desperate need of new heros, IMF promoters have included a number of lesser known metal bands hand-picked from around the United States, including bands like MAGGOT TWAT, SYSTEMS, EVOKED, FALL OF THE ALBATROSS, BURNING THE DAY, A FALL TO BREAK, ELCTRIKCHAIR, BETRAYED WITH A KISS, DELIVER US FROM EVIL, OF CREATIONS, EYES ON FIRE.

The Festival also features Dark Star Records Artists CONQUEST, TWO TON ANVIL, LOW TWELVE and the all girl teenage hard rock metal band BLOODY MARY. Venue and ticket information will be released at the end of April.

For More Info Go To:

http://www.indianapolismetalfest.com

http://www.darkstarrecords.com

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

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Apr 11 2013

Get Your Music In The Movie Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun

SGL Entertainment and Sonicbids in association with Satania 6 Films, Dark Star Records and R-Squared Films have launched the ultimate band search. This contest seeks one artist that will win a film deal to be included in the movie and on the soundtrack to the full length vampire western horror film JEZEBETH 2 Hour of the Gun. The movie stars Ana Santos, Jennifer Bartolini, Gracie Serrano, Reyna Rios, Ruby Gonzalez, Nelly Souders, Drake Mefestta, Ray R. Wise, Gwen Bartolini, Frank Warpeha, Skylar Serrano, Ian Serrano, Pinelope Love and Stephanie Lison. The movie is written directed and produced by Damien Dante and is co produced by Jeffrey A. Swanson. The original motion picture Jezebeth starring Bree Michaels is now available worldwide on Blu-Ray via SGL Entertainment and R-Squared Films as well as iTunes Movies, Google Play, Amazon Videos On Demand, YouTube Rentals and dozens of other media outlets. Jezebeth is also available on the DVD called Super Pack Vampires. Original Sonicbids Winners Avery Watts, Edens Curse, Pamela Moore and Lizette from our first contest are currently featured in the movie Jezebeth and on the soundtrack. And, “Now” we are looking for one lucky winner “all styles of music” to be featured in the “End Credits” of the movie and on the soundtrack to the full length vampire western horror film JEZEBETH 2 Hour of the Gun.

The Deadline for the contest is June 15th, 2013. Here is the official link for the contest

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by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

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Mar 31 2013

Dark Star Records Included In Epic Merger With Sony Music Entertainment

Dark Star Records is now a part of the largest most powerful digital distribution company in the world. The Orchard and the Independent Online Distribution Alliance (IODA), the two largest digital aggregators in the United States, have now merged. And, Sony Music Entertainment will be a strategic investor in the combined entity, sources tell Billboard Magazine. As part of the deal, Sony will own at least 50% of the merged company, the sources add. As a result of the deal, the merged company will have revenues of about $130 million.

This deal comes in the wake of the merger between INgrooves and Fontana. Shamrock Capital acquired Fontana from the Universal Music Group and merged it with INgrooves, leaving the major as an investor with a 15%-20% stake in the combined entity. Dark Star Records the hard rock, metal music label who came in on the ground floor with IODA has been a part of the merger since day one. “We now have more options then ever for our artists” Quotes Dark Star Records label president Jeffrey A. Swanson. “And we will even have the opportunity to distribute some of our films through this newly formed company”. This is a major step forward for Dark Star Records and the world of independent media.

For More Info on Dark Star Records Go To:

www.DarkStarRecords.com

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Mar 27 2013

Conquest Unveil Sophomore Album “The War We Rage” With A Special Pre Release

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The new “Conquest” album “The War We Rage” is now available as a special pre order. The sophomore album is produced by Derrick Brumley and engineered by Adam Long who also worked on their well received debut album “End of Days”. The New Album “The War We Rage” will be available worldwide on April 30th 2013 via Dark Star Records / Sony Music, but you can buy the album right now as a special pre release that includes a Free Bonus CD, the never before released EP “First Blood”. The album also features a remake of the popular Charlie Daniels song “Long Haired Country Boy” which you can hear in this 23 minute streaming sample of the entire album.

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by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Mar 16 2013

SGL Entertainment Launches Movies on Vimeo On Demand

SGL Entertainment will be releasing all of our Films on Vimeo On Demand. This is the Latest Premiere Movie Distribution Platform and it just launched early this year. Some of the Films that will be available are: Jezebeth, The Hostile Takeover, The Day of the Dead and Many More!!! you can view any of our movies on any compatible device, including your TV in full HD via Apple TV, Samsung smart TVs, Roku, Xbox, and more. “The Launch of Vimeo On Demand is Huge” Quotes SGL Entertainment Executives Jeffrey A Swanson and Damien Dante. “The quality and the features of the platform have been well thought out, and the easy navigation makes this the best cutting edge independent movie distribution platform available.

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For More Info on SGL Entertainment and Their Movies Go To:

http://sglmoviestore.com

The Release of Vimeo On Demand Was Featured on ABC News:

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/03/vimeo-launches-vimeo-on-demand-pay-per-view-feature

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Mar 14 2013

The Projectionists Sign With Dark Star Records

Jimmy Barnes Photography

Dark Star Records is pleased to announce that they have just signed a deal with the progressive experimental band “The Projectionists”. This Young Aurora based band have already caused quite a stir with their trippy psychedelic music, somewhat reminiscent of “The Doors” and “Pink Floyd” but with their own true original dark alternative sound. Dark Star Records will be releasing the EP “Dysphoric Illuminations” in the spring of 2013. The New EP is Produced by “Eric Wagner” and will be available worldwide via Dark Star Records and Sony Music.

Jimmy Barnes Photography

The band will be performing a special All Ages show at The “House of Blues” in Chicago Illinois on March 24th, 2013. Here is the official lineup for the concert:

8:45-9:30 – Spectators
8:00-8:30 – The Projectionists
7:15-7:45 – Parallels & Lies
6:30-7:00 – Savior Self
5:45-6:15 – Johnny Rockette
5:00-5:30 – Kilpatrick

For details and ticket info go to:

http://www.facebook.com/events/491417250920300

The Projectionists are: Jon Wagner-Rhythm Guitar\Vocals, Bryan Ramirez-Drums\Percussion, Daniel Silva-Lead Guitar, Andrew Shoyer-Bass Guitar

For more Info on the band “The Projectionists” Go To:

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/the.projectionists.music

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Dark Star Records:

http://www.darkstarrecords.com

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Mar 10 2013

The Cult Classic Vampire Film “Jezebeth” Unleashes its Fury on BluRay

The Cult Classic Vampire Film “Jezebeth” starring Bree Michaels will be Released on BluRay via R-Squared Films, SGL Entertainment, Dark Star Records, Satania 6 Films and Allied V Studios. This Sadistic Vampire movie Written, Directed and Produced by Damien Dante and Co Produced by Jeffrey A Swanson is the first of many in this movie franchise. The movie Jezebeth has gained a lot of momentum this last year with the production of “Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun” and the controversial
“R-Rated trailer” that had been leaked to the public.

The New BluRay Edition of Jezebeth includes an Exclusive never before seen “Unrated” Directors Cut Movie Trailer for Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun, a Vampire Western, and the Latest in the Jezebeth Movie Series. This special BluRay release also includes a music video “The Demonic Solo” performed by Ex-Manowar Guitar Player David Shankle. The movie’s soundtrack also features music by Herman Rarebell (Scorpions) and Pamela Moore (Queensrÿche).

The Jezebeth BluRay will be available in the US and Canada on March 27th, 2013 and is now available for Pre Order at Amazon.com

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For More Info, Visit the Official Jezebeth Website:

http://www.jezebeth.com

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Mar 2 2013

Conquest, Two Ton Anvil, Low Twelve and Bloody Mary Confirmed for Indianapolis Metal Fest 2013

Conquest

Two Ton Anvil

Low Twelve

Bloody Mary

We are pleased to announce that Dark Star Records artists Conquest, Two Ton Anvil, Low Twelve and Bloody Mary have been confirmed for Indianapolis Metal Fest 2013. The two day US metal festival will take place in the Circle City on September 20th and 21st, 2013. The event will feature more than 50 bands playing on three different stages, including one all-ages stage. According to festival founder, Rob Mason, the festival will consist of top underground metal bands with some well respected headliners playing each night. The price of the tickets will be fairly low as well as the price of food and drinks but yet promises to deliver the finest in underground metal. While Indianapolis Metal Fest is supported, in part, by corporate sponsors, those relationships have never dictated the event’s underground sensibilities. Says Mason, “Metal is as much a lifestyle as it is a style of music, and Indianapolis Metal Fest is about more than just the music. It’s also about fellowshipping with like-minded individuals – like a family reunion for Metal Heads.” Dark Star Records was a sponsor for the last Indianapolis Metal Fest and this year Jeffrey A Swanson and Lloyd Freeze have selected four of the labels finest artists: Conquest, Two Ton Anvil, Low Twelve and the All Girl Teenage Metal Band Bloody Mary.

Indianapolis Metal Fest 3 is sponsored by Sam Ash Music, Roaring Lion Energy Drink, Halo Custom Guitars, Dark Star Records, In-tune Custom Guitar Picks, and Abercrombie Ink.

For More Info Go To:

http://www.indianapolismetalfest.com

http://www.darkstarrecords.com

For More Info on the Bands Go To:

Conquest: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Conquestmetal/169329849774574

Two Ton Anvil: https://www.facebook.com/twotonanvil

Low Twelve: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Low-Twelve/166586429552

Bloody Mary: https://www.facebook.com/bloodymarycake

by Jeffrey A Swanson / Publisher / Editor / Writer

Feb 19 2013

“Coming of Age” by “Bloody Mary” Available Worldwide

The teenage all girl alternative rock band “Bloody Mary” unleash their first album “Coming of Age” Now Available Worldwide. Buy it today at Amazon.com, iTunes, Google Play, Rhapsody, Spotify and hundreds of other retailers via Dark Star Records and Sony Music.

https://soundcloud.com/darkstarrecords/where-do-we-go-by-bloody-mary

Buy The New Album COMING OF AGE by BLOODY MARY at:

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iTUNES

Visit “Bloody Mary” on Facebook at:

www.facebook.com/bloodymarycake

Feb 12 2013

“Skin in the Game” CD/DVD by “Low Twelve” Now Available Worldwide

Special Double Disc CD/DVD From the Brutality Masters Low Twelve. The new double digipak includes a 12 song CD and the DVD movie “13 Brutal Years”. It also has a 12-page booklet with lyrics, pics, and more.

Buy it Now:

Amazon.com

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