Music News
Quartered To Perform in Philippines at Metal Festival
Mar0503:17 PM
MP3: Quartered - Brother
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our metal brethren in the band Quartered have just been officially confirmed for the Pulp Summer Slam Festival 10, the largest metal festival in the Philippines, on April 17th.
The festival is being headlined by the current titans of metal, Lamb Of God, along with classic thrash gods Testament. Quartered, their good friends Slapshock, and thirty other bands fill out the rest of the day's lineup.
Here's a little bit of more info on the festival, courtesy of Pure Grain Audio:
"One of the hallmarks of the Pulp Summer Slam 10 is the unbelievable ticket price of only $6.50 US which equates to 300 Philippine Pesos. Included with price of admission are sodas, beer, pizza, and free cell load.Click To Read More...
TV Heart Attack Releases AO Music Video
Feb2307:33 AM
TV Heart Attack just finished the video for AO, the first single from their Lost In The Sway EP...and this is the Official Worldwide Premiere!
The video was just uploaded to YouTube and is now being personally delivered to MuchMusic by our secret agents in the Far East (Toronto).
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Farewell To The Painted Birds
Feb1709:10 AM
The trials, tribulations, struggles, and the ups and downs of being an independent artist in the new milenium have taken its toll on yet another band who showed great potential for making a name for themselves. Vancouver's The Painted Birds announced on their blog this morning that the band has called it quits after hinting towards this announcement in a recent Facebook posting which said they were playing their very last show.
The Painted Birds are featured on our Get Thorny 2 free album download with their single Wash Away. Listen to their very last recorded song below while you read their goodbye blog posting.
Best of luck guys and thanks for the music...hopefully this won't be the last music we hear from each of you.
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Live Music Aboard Pirate Ship Sinks
Feb1611:28 AM
In case you haven't noticed the update on our Facebook Page, the gigs aboard the Russian Tall Ship The Kruzenshtern have all been cancelled.
We had quite the headache aboard the ship last Friday when Columbia and Black Hat Villain were set to perform on the evening of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic opening ceremonies. Unfortunately neither band was able to perform and all subsequent gigs were cancelled by the ship's entertainment coordinator.
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Columbia Wins Supernova's Vancouver Finals
Feb0411:43 AM
Columbia has won the Supernova.com Vancouver City Finals...as the best independent band in the city!
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Ross Neilsen #2 on the College Charts
Feb0410:52 AM
Congrats to Ross Neilsen for moving up the College Folk/Roots/Blues Charts to the #2 position!
See the full charts here.
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Free The Music: New Downloads from Burning Borders and Quartered
Jan3110:12 PM
In our continued pursuit to Free The Music, we have just added three new albums to our Free Downloads page for you to enjoy!
The debut album from Burning Borders, the debut album from Quartered, and last year's EP form Quartered.
Free Downloads, no strings attached.
Grab It. Love It. Share It!
If you dig the tunes, support the bands however you can by sharing the music with your friends, calling radio stations asking for airplay, buying their stuff on iTunes, or grabbing a CD or a T-Shirt. Your support keeps the music coming!
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Ross Neilsen Performs At The 2010 Vancouver Olympics
Jan3104:54 PM
Ross Neilsen - Back For More
Guess who just got the official invite to perform at the Olympics? Ross Neilsen!
Yeaaah! Congrats man, and well deserved.
Ross Neilsen will be playing his solo set at the Atlantic Canada House (otherwise known as the Arts Club Theatre) on Granville Island.
Stay tuned for performance dates and times. In the meantime you read Ross's blog about his news here.
And don't forget to download Ross's first two albums for FREE on our downloads page here.
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Scott Valentine Visits The Shore 104 FM Studio
Jan2909:50 AM
Scott Valentine will be visiting the Shore 104 FM studio in Vancouver on Wednesday, February 3rd at 6PM PST for a live acoustic performance and interview.
Scotty will be performing his single "Forgotten" which is in heavy rotation on the station.
MP3: SCOTT VALENTINE - FORGOTTEN
Mark it on your calendar and I hope you can tune in to hear this amazing singer/songwriter with a voice as big as the man himself.
You can even listen to it live on the web right here: http://www.shore104.com.
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Free The Music: 3 More Albums Released For Free
Jan1501:10 PM
While many in the music industry may call us crazy, we like to think of ourselves as forward thinkers embracing a new reality. Our goal, our responsibility...is to have our music heard by the world.
Let's face it, there's no shortage of music to listen to these days. In fact, it can be quite overwhelming. But what good does music do any of us if it's locked in an online vault where you have no chance of discovering it?
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Explore Music: TV Heart Attack 'Wolves'
Jan0806:32 PM
For the second time in just two months, Canada's most respected radio DJ, Alan Cross, has featured TV Heart Attack. The buzz just won't stop for these guys and 2010 is promising to be the best year yet for this four-piece.
Their hauntingly beautiful Wolves is the Indie Track Of The Day on the Explore Music website. Check out the feature here...
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New FREE THE MUSIC Merch Store
Jan0703:36 PM
We have a brand new section on our website and it's the Official FREE THE MUSIC Merch Store!
You asked, we delivered.
VISIT THE STORE
We need your feedback so let us know what you think. We'll be adding a ton of new designs in the near future, so make sure you let us know what style and design you like the best!
So what do we mean by Free The Music?
Get Thorny and find out!Click To Read More...
Now Available: Free Album Download - Get Thorny 2
Dec3002:48 PM
It’s The Bleeder Blog’s One Year Anniversary!
Yup, this blog and website has been up and running for a full year now, so it’s time to celebrate with some free new music, woohoo!
When we launched The Bleeder Blog in December 2008, we did it alongside a free album download, titled Get Thorny. It featured sixteen tracks by sixteen up and coming independent artists, and the response was overwhelming. In the past year we’ve had thousands and thousands of music fans from all over the world download the compilation and fall in love with some new artists which they probably would never of had the chance of hearing before.
So now we’re doing it again with Get Thorny 2. Seventeen tracks from seventeen amazing independent artists in glorious 320 kbps MP3 high fidelity. Each track has been carefully filtered through our Thorny Bleeder ears to ensure that we pass along nothing but the finest to our listeners...Click To Read More...
Thorny Bleeder Records Releases The Rebellion
Dec2801:39 PM
MP3: The Rebellion - Dr. Don't
On Tuesday, December 29, Thorny Bleeder Records releases Time, the remixed and remastered debut album from The Rebellion. The album features the first single Dr. Don’t.
To some, Josh Palmer may look familiar to you. Palmer is a former Canadian Idol contestant from 2005. In just over a decade, Palmer has gone from child prodigy to Canadian celebrity. He toured across the nation from coast to coast by the time he was 17, released independent solo albums, and was watched by 3.5 million people each week on Canadian Idol. But after leaving the Canadian Idol stage, Palmer was frustrated with not being able to showcase himself as a real artist.
Rather than continue on the course of doing another solo album, Palmer decided it was time to start a new band. He recruited Romanian multi-instrumentalist Silviu Moldovan on guitar, Congolese percussionist Christian Kongawi on drums, and Ryan Schultz on bass.
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Tonight: K94 Rocks Features Canadian Indies
Dec2801:39 PM
Tune in to www.k94rocks.com on Monday night, from 8-10 pm ET and check out their Canadian Indie band special, featuring a couple of our Thorny Bleeder artists.
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Episode 5: The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast
Dec1803:19 PM
Episode #5 of The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast is now posted on our YouTube Channel, or watch it here...
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Help Send Ross Neilsen To Mississippi
Dec1811:41 AM
Ross Neilsen and the Sufferin Bastards are an old school band in many ways, but they ain’t-yo-grand-daddies-kinda blues. The boys are coming off their 3rd cross Canada tour, hoisting a nomination for 'Best New Group' at this years Maple Blues Awards, and they need your help this Xmas.
They're hosting an online bottle drive to cover the $12,000 cost of heading to Zebra Ranch studios in Mississippi to record with producer, Cody Dickinson (North Mississippi All-Stars, Hill Country Review).
Donate the proceeds from your 'empties' at www.rossneilsen.com this holiday season and keep the blues alive!
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They're hosting an online bottle drive to cover the $12,000 cost of heading to Zebra Ranch studios in Mississippi to record with producer, Cody Dickinson (North Mississippi All-Stars, Hill Country Review).
Donate the proceeds from your 'empties' at www.rossneilsen.com this holiday season and keep the blues alive!
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Episode 4: The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast
Dec0902:00 PM
Episode #4 of The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast is now posted on our YouTube Channel...
In this episode the mysterious TV Heart Attack “QR Code” Campaign is finally revealed.Click To Read More...
TBR in the News
Dec0807:57 PM
The CanWest News Service sent out their weekly music column to their newspapers today which included some tasty Thorny Bleeder tidbits, including news briefs on Art Of Dying and buzz-band Columbia.
Check out the article as originally printed in The Province newspaper...
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Episode 3: The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast
Dec0704:25 PM
Episode #3 of The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast is now posted on our YouTube Channel...
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Episode 2: The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast
Dec0401:50 PM
Less than a day later after launching the debut episode and I've already cranked out Episode 2 of the new Bleeder Blog Video Podcast...I'm on a roll baby! Check out the video below the latest news and happenings in the world of Thorny Bleeder Records.
Thorny Bleeder Records Partners With Insider Films
Dec0401:27 PM
Thorny Bleeder Records is pleased to announce a new partnership with Insider Films, Canada's premier music video production company. This new partnership simply means that we're going to help connect their creative directors and producers with new artists, and vice versa.
So if you're an artist and are in need of some video content...and who isn't...drop me a line and I'll be happy to help you with more information and get the ball rolling.
Check out the video compilation below for a breif glimpse at some of the many clips from their vast repertoire of amazing music productions.
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The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast: Debut Episode!
Dec0305:22 PM
So here it is, the debut episode of The Bleeder Blog Video Podcast.
This is something I've wanted to do for quite awhile, but always seemed to put it off for one reason or another. But no more procrastinating.
Watch the video below and leave a comment! I'd love to hear from you...
After the video you'll find a number of web links to things I talk about in the video.
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This Is My Heart Attack
Dec0112:31 PM
Want to know more about TV Heart Attack? Check out this great little video for a behind-the-scenes story, directly from the band themselves...
Art Of Dying Signs Worldwide Deal
Dec0107:44 AM
Canadian hard rockers Art of Dying have signed a worldwide recording contract with Reprise Records/Intoxication Records under the wing of multi-platinum selling band Disturbed.
"We couldn't be more excited about joining the Warner family and we're so proud to be the first signing to Intoxication Records" (The label started by Dan Donegan and David Draiman of Disturbed), says Art of Dying vocalist Jonny Hetherington.
Art of Dying is currently in Los Angeles putting the finishing touches on their worldwide debut with producer Howard Benson.
"Signing this deal and making a record with Howard has been a dream come true" says Hetherington. "We have the best fans in the world and they've helped us get here... This record is for them!"
See the official press release below:
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For Immediate Release
REPRISE RECORDS SIGNS VANCOUVER HARD ROCK BAND ART OF DYING
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Black Hat Villain is Coming...
Nov2605:53 PM
Black Hat Villain went over to Vancouver on Monday, Nov. 23rd & came back with a management deal & a Mike Fraser mix of one of our favorite songs, My Generation. Here are the details:
MANAGEMENT!!!
Black Hat Villain are extremely excited to announce our friend & music industry veteran, Brian Thompson from Thorny Bleeder Records, as our Manager!
Brian's established relationships with some of the music industries top players, coupled with his passion for Black Hat Villain's music, make him an extremely important asset in BHV's quest for world domination!Click To Read More...
TV Heart Attack Release QR Code-Enabled Remix
Nov1912:40 AM
TV Heart Attack have just released a very unique free download on their website. In fact, it's so unique that I've never heard of any other band doing anything like it before.
And it's fucking brilliiant.
I'm not kidding. It's Nine Inch Nails brilliant.
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Buzz Band Columbia Release Album via The Pirate Party
Nov1809:42 AM
It's a wet and depressing West Coast kind of day over here in Vancouver, pretty typical for November. So I'm sitting here sipping away on my third mug of coffee and thinking to myself, "What could we do at Thorny Bleeder Records to help brighten up everyone's day a little and spread some love on this dark and dreary day?"
And then it hit me...Free Music!
So I quickly got in touch with Kevin Schallie, singer for buzz band Columbia, who just happen to be one of the bands I'm managing. "Dude. Free music. Let's put your album out there for the whole world to listen to man...are you in?"
"Dude! Thumbs up man! Free the music and the fans will follow!"
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Just Released! Ross Neilsen 'Early Grave'
Nov1607:07 PM
MP3: Ross Neilsen - Back For More
Tuesday, November 17th brings us the official release date for Ross Neilsen and his blistering slab of blues-rawk, the critically acclaimed 'Early Grave' album.
So don't delay and download the album from any digital store, or find it on the shelf of your favourite Canadian music store to hear for yourself what all the buzz is about with this smoking hot blues phenom.
Ross and his band the Sufferin' Bastards are in the middle of yet another national Canadian tour in support of the record, and the momentum just keeps picking up steam with each and every gig they play.
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CMJ Artist Spotlight on TV Heart Attack
Nov1607:06 PM
We're chuffed to bits over here at Thorny Bleeder and The Bleeder Blog these days. The goods news just keeps rolling in on a weekly basis for our artists. We just got word this afternoon that CMJ (College Music Journal), the industry bible for emerging artists, has just selected our good friends in TV Heart Attack for this week's CMJ Artist Spotlight.
This has landed the band on the home page of both CMJ.com and Sonicbids.com for the entire week, in addition to putting them in the running for an upcoming artist feature in the printed version of CMJ.
Not only is this exposing the band to a slew of new fans but it's also showcasing the group to key tastemakers in the music industry from booking agents, concert promoters, and radio programmers.
Congrats to TV Heart Attack on their continued success!
PS - the official video for AO is coming soon! We can't wait for everyone to see this mini-masterpiece...Click To Read More...
NEW Radio Interview With Art Of Dying
Nov1402:15 PM
Tune in to CFOX 99.3 FM on Monday, November 16, between 3-5 PM Pacific to hear a brand new interview with Jonny from Art Of Dying and DJ extraordinaire Todd Hancock.
Excitement is building up around Art Of Dying thanks to Get Thru This being the theme song for the upcoming WWE: Survivor Series. Check out the new trailer below that's now being pumped up in anticipation for the big event...
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The Bleeder Blog Joins Mog Music Network
Nov1310:21 PM
Hey guess what? The Bleeder Blog has just joined The MOG Music Network!
If you haven't heard of MOG before, it's a social community that combines the Top 300 music blogs from around the internet, all in one place. They have millions of visitors every month and are rated as one of the Top 10 most visited music sites on the web.
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New Music Featured On Web Series 'The Vetala'
Nov1311:37 AM
Today, Friday the 13th, marks the official launch of a really cool new web series called The Vetala. It's a supernatural thriller about a hostile, conflicted spirit from the pages of Sanskrit mythology, and the succession of people it travels through.
The first three episodes of The Vetala are now online at www.thevetala.com. Check them out, I think you'll be impressed. Sign up for updates and join them on Facebook for news, production pics, credits, etc. Future episodes will follow on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout November & December.
So why am I talking about it here on The Bleeder Blog? Well, it happens to feature some new music from Art Of Dying and a new solo track from Jonny Hetherington.
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Shore 104 FM Adds Scott Valentine Track
Nov1207:01 PM
Breaking Thorny Bleeder news: Shore 104 FM in Vancouver has just added the amazing track 'Forgotten' by Scott Valentine Presents into daily rotation!
Vancouver's newest music station focusses on Roots, Rock & Rhytm and is a much needed breath of fresh air in the local music scene.
So now we're putting a call out to all of the Scott Valentine Presents fans to send Shore 104 your feedback via telephone, email, Facebook, or Twitter. Your positive feedback can help get take this song to the next level. Together we can make Scott Valentine the next big buzz to come out of the amazing Vancouver music scene...
Contact Shore 104 FM
Phone: (604) 280-104
Email: heydude@shore104.com
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Columbia Tour Video Blogs
Nov0911:53 AM
In case you're not following Thorny Bleeder on Twitter or Facebook (shame on you), you've probably missed out on a few things you'd really dig.
For example, check out these brand new tour video blogs from Columbia as they tour down the West Coast of America...
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Global Treaty Could Throw Filesharers Off Internet
Nov0612:54 PM
"Leaked details of the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement being negotiated in secret by most of the world's largest economies suggest Internet file-sharers could be blocked from accessing the Internet if they are repeatedly accused of sharing copyrighted material, say media and digital-rights watchdogs."
(Source: http://rawstory.com/2009/11/global-treaty-three-strikes/)
This is wrong. So very, very wrong. And this is why I'm...
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WWE Theme Song by Art Of Dying
Nov0210:43 AM
We've seen Art Of Dying's career develop quite organically over the past few years, which is exactly what an artist needs to do these days. If you become a huge hit right out of the box, the chances are stacked against you that you'll fade into obscurity just as quickly.
But with Art Of Dying, things have always developed on a very natural path, earning new fans one at a time. And now, the next step in the evolution of the band and their growing audience...an official WWE theme song! What more could a rock band want? Well, besides being on Guitar Hero of course.
Check out the official WWE site here: http://www.wwe.com/shows/survivorseries/
And if you're into some WWE action, make sure we check out this special event:
Ross Neilsen Nominated For Maple Blues Award
Oct3111:08 AM
Our Halloween hearts are filled with pride as we announce that Ross Neilsen has just been nominated as Best New Artist for a Maple Blues Award. We couldn't agree more with the nomination as Ross Neilsen and his Sufferin' Bastards are without a doubt one of the hardest working blues acts in this country, playing upwards of 200 self-booked shows a year.
To read Ross's take on the nomination, visit his Global Domination Blog here: http://rossneilsen.blogspot.com/2009/10/maple-blues-nomination.html
This nomination couldn't come at a better time as we here at Thorny Bleeder Records will be officially releasing the amazing Ross Neilsen album, Early Grave, on November 17, worldwide.
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One Tweet Is All It Takes
Oct2710:22 AM
Check this out, One Tweet Is All It Takes!
http://twitter.com/thornybleeder/status/5205607250
Give us two seconds of your time and we'll reward you with a free gift of music! Share the music with your friends and spread the love...
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Behind The Scenes With TV Heart Attack
Oct2708:50 AM
TV Heart Attack teams up with Greendale Productions to shoot the official music video for their single AO, from their newly released album Lost In The Sway. This is an exclusive behind the scenes look at what went on, with your host...Art Guest!
Columbia Signs Management Deal
Oct1710:14 AM
While this hasn't been the best kept secret and many of you have already noticed a few hints scattered around online here and there....it's now officially official. The ink is dry and the deal is done. Columbia just signed a management deal with Brian Thompson of Thorny Bleeder Records.
Welcome to the family boys!
We're so incredibly stoked to have Columbia join our unique collective of artists. By adding yet another one of Canada's top indie acts to our roster, Thorny Bleeder Records continues to make a profound impact on the independent scene...and our voices are being heard!Click To Read More...
Winners Announced!
Oct1512:35 PM
TV Heart Attack: Guerilla Marketing 101
Oct1211:49 AM
See the video below and watch Art from TV Heart Attack take to the streets of VanCity to promote their new record 'Lost in the Sway'.
Featuring multiple 40ft. videos projected onto the sides of prominent buildings in busy downtown Vancouver, Art gives us a lesson in Guerilla Marketing 101.
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The Death Of A Scene: The Cobalt Closes
Oct1211:04 AM
After smashing heads and melting faces for nearly a decade, Vancouver's hardcore bar shut its doors on October 1, 2009. A sad day in the underground punk & metal scene. A big huge kudos to Wendy 13 for everything she's done for the Vancouver underground, let's hope she finds herself a solid new venue to call home sometime soon.
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UpVenue.com Interviews Scott Valentine
Oct0511:00 AM
Music blog UpVenue.com just posted a brand new interview with indie acoustic, singer/songwriter Scott Valentine.
This is a really great interview that dives deep into what makes Valentine tick.
Check it out here:
http://www.upvenue.com/music-news/blog-headline/1101/scott-valentine-interview.html
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Pirate Party Of Canada Gets Thorny
Sep2709:12 AM
As first reported by the Torrent Freak blog, Canada's very own Pirate Party has just launched their very own BitTorrent tracker, code named Captain (CaPT - Canadian Pirate Tracker).
By starting a BitTorrent tracker the Pirates hope to show that BitTorrent and filesharing are not a threat, but a great tool for artists to promote their work.
So as a show of support for the Pirate Party of Canada, Thorny Bleeder Records are proud to announce that our sixteen track, multi-artist Get Thorny compilation is now availalbe for free on their website.Click To Read More...
A Rebellion Has Begun!
Sep2504:11 PM
The Rebellion performed at this year's Ness Creek Music Festival in July, and we just received some official live footage of their epic performance.
Check out the video after the jump for The Rebellion performing "Time" from their soon to be released Thorny Bleeder Records debut album, due to hit shelves in early 2010.Click To Read More...
Ross Neilsen & The Sufferin' Bastards National Tour
Sep2411:08 AM
MP3: ROSS NEILSEN - BACK FOR MORE
Well it's that time of year again folks. You know, the days get shorter, the nights longer, the leaves are turning, mustaches are growing and rock 'n roll is infecting earpussies in Canada from one coast to another.
Ross Neilsen & The Sufferin' Bastards are about to embark on their third National Tour in 12 months and all of us at Thorny Bleeder Records are super stoked. We'll be announcing the official worldwide re-release of the studio album Early Grave in the very near future, so keep your eyes on The Bleeder Blog for updates.
This tour will take the three bastards from their home in New Brunswick out to where the Trans Canada ends in the mystical and intoxicating locale of Tofino, and then back home again.
Check out the dates below and get yer sweet little asses out to a show, and don't forget to tell a friend. Other dates will be added soon so keep checking back...Click To Read More...
Ghosts In The Machine
Sep2203:03 PM
Our website was down for the past couple of days, including our email server...sorry folks! We found some ghosts in the machine that were wreaking havoc on our internet tubes.
But we're back up and running at full steam as if nothing happened, so all is good!
If you tried emailing any of us in the past few days, we didn't get your message so please resend it.
Cool? Cool.
Ok, now where were we....?
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LIVE Interview On Woody Radio MONDAY NIGHT
Sep1308:12 PM
Woody Radio will be doing a big feature on Thorny Bleeder Records on Monday night!
DJ Boz will be spinning tons of tunes from our artists and he'll also be interviewing me, Brian Thompson, Managing Partner at Thorny Bleeder.
Tune in live to the Woody Radio website to participate in a live chat with other listeners.
Monday, Sept. 14
6 PM Pacific / 9 PM Eastern
http://www.woodyradio.com
(You can also find Woody Radio on iTunes under Hard Rock/Metal on the Radio toolbar.)
I hope you have a chance to tune in! If you do, send us your comments and feedback...we always love hearing from you!
Need A New Release Album Guide?
Sep1308:10 PM
I just wanted to pass along a great resource for all of you music loving Canadians, the Tuesday Guide at www.tuesdayguide.com.
This site lists all of the key new releases each and every week, along with streaming MP3's and other little tidbits about each album.
If you like staying on top of the latest in new music hitting the record store shelves and iTunes each week, you gotta' keep your eye on this site...
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ENTER TO WIN A TV Heart Attack CD
Sep1006:28 PM
Enter To Win
the brand new
TV Heart Attack CD!
Rules:
1. Share this video on your Facebook page.
2. Join the Thorny Bleeder Records Fan Page here.
3. Leave a comment on our Facebook Fan Page saying "AO!"
Draw Date: Oct. 10th
** 5 Random Winners will be drawn from all entrants and will be contacted for their mailing address to receive their prize. **
Good luck!
TV Heart Attack - AO Teaser Video
Sep1003:27 PM
New Releases Available Today
Sep0105:46 PM
It's New Release Day here at Thorny Bleeder Records!
We're super proud to deliver two amazing new releases to the world today:
TV Heart Attack "Lost In The Sway"
Burning Borders "Yesterday's Gone"
Both releases are available in stores everywhere across Canada, so if you don't see it on the shelf request it or special order it.
And for the rest of the world, both albums are available at all digital download stores including iTunes, Amazon, eMusic, Amie Street, Rhapsody, Napster, LaLa, Shockhound, IMVU, and the Limewire Store.
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District 9 Director Works with Art Of Dying
Aug2508:13 PM
Before Art Of Dying was Art Of Dying, they were known as Sunlikestar.
And before Neill Blomkamp was known as the brilliant new director behind the summer blockbuster District 9, he directed a music video for the song Day Survive by Sunlikestar.
Check out the video below for a glimpse at the roots of where Blomkamp and Art Of Dying got their start...
Random, Entertaining Interview with TV Heart Attack
Aug2508:12 PM
Check out the following link for a "random, entertaining" interview with TV Heart Attack on music site UpVenue. The hilarious interview is poster here.
And don't forget, the brand new TV Heart Attack EP, Lost In The Sway, is available September 1st.
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Art Of Dying Invades Local Radio Station
Aug1804:19 PM
All five members of Art Of Dying will be on air at The Fox, CFOX 99.3 FM in Vancouver, tomorrow at 6 PM Pacific. Tune in to hear the interview plus a live acoustic performance.
It's sure to be a hilarious piece of radio as these guys are never ones to be quiet and shy. Listen live on the internet at the following link: http://www.cfox.com.
I'll be heading down to the radio station with my iPhone in hand, tweeting live videos, photos and updates as the craziness takes place. So if you're not following Thorny Bleeder Records on Twitter yet, now's your chance to see some exclusive content, as it happens.
Follow us @thornybleeder and don't forget to follow @artofdying as well. Jonny from Art Of Dying posts exclusive photos on a daily basis that you won't get to see anywhere else.
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Hapa-Ning.com > Music Spotlight on Thorny Bleeder
Aug1309:13 PM
We just got featured on Hapa-Ning.com, Vancouver's Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Music Guide. We're going to be featuring Thorny Bleeder artists on their site on a regular basis, so make sure you bookmark their site or subscribe to their feed.
Check out the article on TBR at the following link:
http://hapa-ning.com/2009/08/13/music-spotlight-vancouvers-thorny-bleeder-records/
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Thorny Bleeder Update: August Oh-Nine
Aug1203:48 PM
I just updated the Artist Pages on our website. Check them out, there's a new page for each artist on our roster. It's just a start for what will eventually include tour dates, photos, videos, and more little tidbits from each artist..
Us Thorny Bleeder's are getting super excited for the two albums we're about to release worldwide on September 1st; TV Heart Attack "Lost In The Sway EP" and Burning Borders "Yesterday's Gone". We can't wait to share this incredible new music with everyone!
If you want to help us and the bands out, call your local radio station and request their current singles (TV Heart Attack "AO" and Burning Borders "Leading")...every phone call makes a difference, you wouldn't believe how tough it is to get on the radio these days when you're an independent.
More website changes are coming down the pipe within the next month or two as well, including a brand new Thorny Bleeder Store. Yeehaw!
What else is happening? Well, Art Of Dying is getting ready to...
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In a band? Need a Tour Van?
Jul3108:38 AM
2003 E 350 XLT
15 Passenger Van
$13,900 (Vancouver)
This 15 Passenger van is in excellent condition, perfect for touring North America with maintenance and servicing up to date.
It's a 15 passenger E-350 Club Wagon with 160,000kms. It has power windows, power locks, air conditioning, power driver seat, CD player, tow hitch and more.
Winter tires also available for sale with the van.
Please contact:
brian@thornybleeder.com
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Burning Borders Being Blogged
Jul3112:13 AM
Vancouver hard rock act Burning Borders have been getting some blog love lately, in anticipation of their upcoming album Yesterday's Gone, available everywhere September 1.
Our good friends at Pure Grain Audio and TuneLab Music have just posted a couple of teasers at the following sites:
Pure Grain Audio
TuneLab Music
The first single Leading is at radio stations now across Canada. So if you wanna help us out, call in and request it.
A Western Canadian Tour is being booked as we speak, so keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming tour announcement real soon.
Listen to the new single here:
MP3: Burning Borders - Leading
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Over The Coals Will Kill You
Jul2501:01 PM
Vancouver's premier metal outfit Over The Coals have just launched a brand new website in anticipation of the upcoming worldwide re-release of their album, Closed Eyes At Sunrise.
Visit OTC at their new online: www.OverTheCoalsWillKillYou.com.
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Black Hat Villain Post New Songs
Jul2309:46 AM
Black Hat Villain have just posted six new pre-production, rough cut recordings on their MySpace page from their current studio work with Adam Sutherland at the controls (from 604 Records' Armchair Cynics).
Listen to the rough versions of their new songs here:
http://www.myspace.com/blackhatvillain
Black Hat Villain will be performing at the following dates on Vancouver Island, with more shows being added soon:
August 15 - Station House Pub - Langford, BC (with Armchair Cynics)
August 21 - Sugar Nightclub - Victoria, BC (with Burning Borders and Over The Coals)
August 22 - Spice Nightclub - Nanaimo, BC (with Burning Borders and Over The Coals)
Visit BHV's online home at:
http://www.blackhatvillain.com
New Art Of Dying Interview with UpVenue
Jul1612:01 PM
Music blob UpVenue has just posted a brand new interview with Jonny from Art Of Dying. Read the interview at this link.
And don't forget to check out the brand new Official Art Of Dying iPhone App available from the iTunes App Store here.
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Contrast Podcast with Scott Valentine Presents
Jul1409:01 AM
Scott Valentine Presents is featured in the latest episode of The Contrast Podcast, where musicians introduce their songs and have their say about their very own songs.
You can download the podcast directly from this link:
Contrast Podcast
Valentine's song 'Cheerleader' can be found at the 42:43 mark.Click To Read More...
Art Of Dying Launches Official iPhone App
Jul0609:57 AM
This is the official Art Of Dying app for the iPhone or iPod Touch and is a must-have for Art Of Dying fans and concert-goers. Keep up to date with Art Of Dying while you're on the go!
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TV Heart Attack at 37,000 Feet?
Jun3004:07 PM
TV Heart Attack continues to make waves and turn heads while gearing up for the August 25th release date of their upcoming release, 'Lost In The Sway'. The band was recently selected as a Top 20 finalists in the The PEAK Performance Project, put on by 100.5 The PEAK FM, in Vancouver.
This is BC’s largest musical talent search ever. The PEAK Performance Project is a seven year, $5.29 million plan which intends to move three emerging British Columbia artists annually to a national stage. The project is administered by the Music BC Industry Association and funded by 100.5 The PEAK.
The three PEAK Performers of the Year will share $275,000 in cash for sustained career development. Distribution of the money will be as follows: First place receives $150,000; second place receives $75,000; and third place receives $50,000.
So what's this about TV Heart Attack at 37,000 feet?Click To Read More...
This Week's Live Shows in VanGroover
Jun3011:09 AM
If you're in Vancouver this week there's a lot of great live shows you gotta' check out, and it all starts tonight!
Supporting live music keeps the music coming...
Tonight, June 30
Over The Coals
w/ Black Betty
@ The Roxy
Wednesday, July 1
Southern Death Threat
w/ Macula and Sammus Theory
@ Pub 340
Thursday, July 2
TV Heart Attack
w/ Veer Union and Soul Side In
@ Venue (formerly The Plaza Club)
NEW Alice In Chains Song!
Jun3010:30 AM
I'm a huge Alice In Chains fan.
So when my friend Pedwell sent me a tweet with a YouTube link to a new song from their upcoming album, I felt an excitement for music that I haven't had in a very, very long time. And thankfully, I wasn't let down.
The new song "A Looking In View" from their upcoming album "Black Gives Way To Blue", available Sept. 29, can be downloaded from their official site here: http://www.aliceinchains.com/
Heavy, sludgy, dirty guitars. Dark and moody, with William DuVall's vocals being the perfect successor to the late, great Layne Staley.
The vibe that we all loved, remains.
Listen for yourself:Click To Read More...
Quartered: In the News
Jun1911:25 AM
The following article is re-posted as it originally appears in the Peace Arch News, at this link.
Rock Group Maturing
By Alex Browne - Peace Arch News
The most recent EP by Quartered, Straight Out The Sandbox, represents a quantum leap forward by a hard-working band.
The music retains all the raw intensity and emotional power of the White Rock-based group’s debut CD, The Falls Of Autumn, but has acquired additional polish, tight musicianship and a new and convincing sophistication in production.
There is also the band’s same capacity to surprise, and capitalize on their many musical influences to create music that defies the usual expectations of metal-tinged rock.Click To Read More...
Burning Borders: New Release August 25
Jun1812:49 PM
Burning Borders and Thorny Bleeder Records are proud to announce that their new release 'Yesterday's Gone' will officially be released worldwide on Tuesday, August 25.
Request 'LEADING'
by BURNING BORDERS
at your favourite radio station today!
NEW Burning Borders - Leading
TV Heart Attack: New Release August 25
Jun1812:48 PM
TV Heart Attack and Thorny Bleeder Records are proud to announce that their new release 'Lost In The Sway' will officially be released worldwide on Tuesday, August 25.
Request 'A O'
by TV HEART ATTACK
at your favourite radio station today!
NEW TV HEART ATTACK - A O
Neilsen's Obsession Good For Fans
Jun1604:33 PM
Ross Neilsen continues to generate lots of press across the country, thanks in large part to his non-stop touring from coast to coast, and to his relentless work ethic.
Today's latest press on Neilsen rolls in from New Brunswick, care of The Daily Gleaner. I've reprinted the article below, as it originally appeared at this link.
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Band to Watch: Black Hat Villain
Jun1501:44 PM
I just got back from Victoria (on Vancouver Island) yesterday, after going to check out the newly re-launched Black Hat Villain, which now features Scott Valentine on vocals. While this was only their second live performance with their new lineup, you'd never guess it judging by how unbelievably solid these guys are. 'Pro' is an understatement. These guys are ready to go and I won't be surprised if they have major labels knocking on their door very soon.
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Ross Neilsen To Record With Acclaimed Producer Jim Dickinson
Jun0908:02 PM
East Coast blues artist Ross Neilsen is putting plans in place for his next studio album, to be recorded early in 2010, and has just confirmed that the album will be recorded at Zebra Ranch with acclaimed producer Jim Dickinson, father of Luther and Cody of three-time Grammy nominated North Mississippi All Stars.
Among many other production and performance credits, Dickinson recorded "Wild Horses" with the Rolling Stones in 1969 for their album 'Sticky Fingers'. He also played on Bob Dylan's 'Time Out Of Mind', 1998's Grammy winning Record of the Year.
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Thorny Bleeder Records Signs Quartered
Jun0810:05 AM
Thorny Bleeder Records is pleased to announce the signing of Vancouver band Quartered.
Quartered are currently in writing sessions and are shopping for a producer for their upcoming Thorny Bleeder debut album, due out in Spring 2010.
Click below to listen to "Brother" by Quartered, which is available on our Get Thorny free album download.
Quartered - Brother
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Video: Art Of Dying's Tavis Stanley on E! Online
Jun0708:56 PM
In a recent episode, E! News Weekend named Nicole Arbour and her "beau" Tavis Stanley, of rock band Art of Dying, "Canada's Coolest Couple" in the half hour "Cool Canada" special where E! followed the famous couple on a winter vacation in cottage country.
View the E! video with Tavis Stanley and Nicole Arbour here:
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In The News: Art Of Dying, Peterborough Examiner
Jun0508:54 AM
The following article is posted as it originally appears in the Peterborough Examiner
Art of Dying at Moho
Posted By KRISTIAN PARTINGTON, SPECIAL TO THE EXAMINER
In the world of rock music, the small town of Norwood carries a big punch. It's a place that breeds a core of musicians eager to spread their art into the wider world and in a business that's cutthroat, at best, they're leaving their mark.
The latest group is Art of Dying, a five-piece band whose name inspires something dark or sinister, but whose members are anything but. These guys are fuelled by a passion for music and a love of all things beautiful in life.Click To Read More...
Over The Coals News: 2nd Guitarist Added, Sponsorship from Jager, New Video
Jun0310:26 AM
Over The Coals - Shadows
Over the Coals would like to announce and welcome to the band their newest brother in arms, Adam Repetowski on guitar. The band is now a fine-tuned, 5-piece, ass-kicking, metal machine. If this band wasn't loud enough and didn't tear your face off before, watch out...a new era of OTC-branded metal is upon us.Click To Read More...
Ross Neilsen LIVE on CBC Radio, June 6
Jun0309:32 AM
Ross Neilsen - Back For More
ATLANTIC AIRWAVES:
Saturday afternoons at 5:05 p.m.
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TV Heart Attack To Shoot New Video
Jun0203:13 PM
NEW TV HEART ATTACK - A O
TV Heart Attack is all set to shoot a video for their upcoming single 'A O', from their forthcoming Thorny Bleeder Records release 'Lost In The Sway'.
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LIVE Art Of Dying On YouTube
Jun0105:03 PM
I just spoke to Jonny from Art Of Dying this morning, reporting from the road while on tour with Disturbed, Skindred, and All That Remains. The guys are having the time of their lives bouncing around Eastern Canada and the Maritimes in their RV, and the shows are apparently "killer!".
If you type Art Of Dying into YouTube and sort the results by the newest videos posted, you'll see a ton of new live videos posted by fans from their cameras and cell phones. You gotta' love music nowadays, there's zero delay in spreading the music. Here's one of those fan-captured live videos for you to check out, recorded live in Moncton only days ago, on May 29th.
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Burning Borders: NEW Single
May2903:56 PM
Hard rockers Burning Borders are set to release the first single from their upcoming Thorny Bleeder Records album, 'Yesterday's Gone', to radio stations across the country.
Be the first to hear the new single right here, right now, on The Bleeder Blog. Click the button below to listen now!
Like what you hear? Comment below and show them some love!
The album 'Yesterday's Gone' will be released this summer, with the date to be announced soon.
NEW Burning Borders - Leading
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TV Heart Attack: NEW Single
May2711:46 AM
TV Heart Attack is gearing up for the release of their brand new single, AO, from the forthcoming Thorny Bleeder Records release 'Lost In The Sway'.
The single will be shipped to radio in the next couple of weeks, but you can hear it here first on The Bleeder Blog...
NEW TV Heart Attack - A O
Click To Read More...Art Of Dying Embraces Twitter
May2502:18 PM
To many, Twitter is an over-hyped social media site that just doesn't seem to make sense. I suppose its simplicity is confusing. So, what can be done with a tiny little 140 character posting? Well for starters, you can jump on over to the Thorny Bleeder Twitter page to see some examples of what we're doing with it, or you can also check out what Art Of Dying is doing with their Twitter page for something a little different.
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Art of Dying Announces 2 Headlining Shows in Ontario
May1411:09 AM
Art Of Dying have just announced two headlining shows in Ontario; one as a warm-up show before their upcoming Canadian Tour with Disturbed, and one as a Wrap Party after the stadium tour. Click To Read More...
Today's Press: In Tune With The Seasons
May0808:28 AM
A 57-song album that's about connecting, healing
BY TOM HARRISON, THE PROVINCE MAY 8, 2009
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The Bleeder Blog via Twitter, Email, RSS, Friendfeed & Tumblr
May0505:03 PM
Join the growing Thorny Bleeder tribe on Twitter at twitter.com/thornybleeder. 1590 people are following Thorny Bleeder there, with our tribe growing daily. In addition to our regular posts, I also tweet about...
Art Of Dying Added To Canadian Disturbed Tour
Apr2811:06 AM
Eastern Canada will see it's first live performances from Art of Dying as they open all Canadian dates on this spring's Disturbed arena tour!
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MAJOR Announcement,...
Apr2707:42 PM
Victoria News: Through Winter Into Spring
Apr2208:25 AM
Scott Valentine Presents is featured in today's Victoria News. Full article inside...
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4/20 Vancouver BC
Apr2102:04 PM
Each year in Vancouver one of the world's largest 420 rallies takes place at the Vancouver Art Gallery, smack-dab in the middle of downtown. The Bleeder Blog was there, camera in hand, to capture the event...
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East Coast Blues Artist Ross Neilsen Announces Distribution Deal and 40 Date Canadian Tour
Apr1410:10 AM
FREDERICTON -- East Coast blues artist Ross Neilsen might sing the blues but he sure does have a lot to be happy about lately. With a successful solo acoustic tour wrapped up only days ago, Neilsen is smiling ear to ear as he announces the signing of a distribution deal with Thorny Bleeder Records, based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Yuca: Exclusive Studio Session
Apr1211:27 AM
New YUCA song! Check out an exclusive peek at YUCA in their rehearsal space, working on their new song, Ghosts.
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Kill Rhythm: RIP 2004-2009
Apr0907:58 AM
Due to shifting priorities, Vancouver heavy-rock veterans KILL RHYTHM have decided to call it a day. Their last show was in Vancouver during JunoFest on March 22.
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Thorny Bleeder Records Live Showcase!
Apr0806:03 PM
In the Vancouver area on April 28? If so, click the Read More link below to listen to some new bands we'll be presenting at our debut Thorny Bleeder Records Live Showcase.
Thorny Bleeder Records Update
Apr0304:08 PM
- 5 New Artist signings.
- 1 NEW Management signing.
- Thorny Bleeder Records Live Showcase.
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Scott Valentine Presents: Choose Your Own Price
Apr0302:52 PM
As with everything Scott Valentine does, he's challenging the status quo and music industry standard, and has come up with an incredibly generous and original offer for his fans to buy the Seasons album. If giving away every track on the four CD album wasn't enough, Valentine is now letting you buy the album by Choosing Your Own Price.
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Audio Interview with Scott Valentine
Apr0209:34 AM
Our good friends over at RockOm.net have just posted an audio interview podcast with Scott Valentine. Valentine talks about his musical inspirations, his vision for the 4-disc concept album Seasons, and his time spent with renowned Ishmael author, Daniel Quinn.
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The Diss Of The Decade: NIN vs. Chris Cornell
Apr0112:05 PM
Well, being that it's April Fool's Day...Trent has done it again, in what I'm now officially labeling as The Diss Of The Decade. If you follow rock news, or follow NIN on Twitter, it's no secret that Reznor despises what Chris Cornell has done with his latest album, produced by Timbaland.
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Scott Valentine Featured on RockOm
Mar3103:46 PM
Our very own Scott Valentine is this week's featured artist on the RockOm website. They''ll also be following Scott each and every week through his Free Song A Week campaign. Be sure to check out this great website, offering a very unique perspective on music...
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Spring Update From Quartered
Mar2608:57 PM
Our good friends in Quartered just posted an update for their fans...
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Over The Coals on CBC Radio3
Mar2608:50 PM
CBC Radio 3 has launched a new installment of its metal podcast, "Full Metal Podcast 2".
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From Studio Janitor To Nominee For Recording Engineer Of The Year
Mar2309:16 AM
Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Aerosmith, Van Halen, Motley Crüe -- Mike Fraser's discography reads like a who's who of hard-rock royalty.
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FACTOR 2009-2010 Program Changes
Mar2005:04 PM
Are you a Canadian artist? If so, there's some very important changes to FACTOR applications which were just announced.
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The Pirate Bay Gets Thorny
Mar1808:34 PM
The Thorny Bleeder Records compilation, Get Thorny, is now on available on The Pirate Bay and many other Bit Torrent sites for a free download.
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B.C. Case Could Change Canadian Web Landscape
Mar1710:19 AM
Ok folks, THIS is scary.
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The Future of the Music Industry
Mar1308:45 PM
SXSW 2009 on BitTorrent: 6 GB of Free Music
Mar1307:02 PM
The South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival is one of the largest and most popular in the United States. For the fifth year in a row, SXSW has released a DRM-free, RIAA-safe collection of songs totaling 6 GB, which can all be downloaded for free, thanks to BitTorrent.
Tavis Stanley from Art Of Dying Featured On TV
Mar0603:51 PM
Kill Rhythm Confirmed For JunoFest
Mar0601:26 PM
KILL RHYTHM will take part in the 38th annual Juno Awards' weekend festivities...
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'Get Thorny' In The 'International Songwriting Competition' Finals
Mar0204:37 PM
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) has announced its finalists today.
And not one...but two bands from the Thorny Bleeder Records "Get Thorny" free web-compilation-download have been selected as Top 15 finalists in the Rock Category for Best Song.
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Virgin Radio Vancouver Features New TV Heart Attack
Mar0208:57 AM
Virgin Radio Vancouver, 95.3 FM, is featuring TV Heart Attack's new song "AO" everyday this week. The song is off of their upcoming Thorny Bleeder Records release, "Lost In The Sway".Click To Read More...
Playing For Change: One Love
Feb2708:30 PM
Playing For Change is a movement to connect the world through music.
The act of playing music with people of different cultures, religions, economics and politics is a powerful statement. It shows that we can find ways of working together and sharing our experiences with one another in a positive way. Music has the power to break down the walls between cultures, to raise the level of human understanding. Click To Read More...
What Killed The Music Industry?
Feb2710:35 AM
As you may know, the founders of The Pirate Bay (the world's most popular Bit Torrent site) are currently on trial in Sweden, which is sure to be the most important case the file-sharing community has ever witnessed.
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Concert Junkies Rejoice: Setlist.fm
Feb2609:10 AM
A really cool new social media website has just launched that any serious music fan or collector of live bootlegs needs to check out. Setlist.fm is a free wiki-like service to collect and share setlists.
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A.M. Glory Launches New MySpace
Feb2608:37 AM
Winnipeg's A.M. Glory's has just launched their new MySpace page, alongside a brand new song, "Dance All Night".
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Twitter Meets Music Blog: Blip.fm
Feb2210:45 AM
Are you on the cutting edge of Web 2.0 and like to be part of the latest social networking sites?
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Former NIN Drummer Has New Ideas For Album Promotion
Feb2010:37 AM
You know how Nine Inch Nails tie the digital goods (which can be duplicated ad infinitum) to scarce goods (merch, collector’s items, signed items, etc) to engage their audience and give them a chance to choose how much they’re willing to spend and what exactly they’re getting for their money?
Well, their former drummer Josh Freese has a new album, and he has decided to take the concept a couple of steps further.
It's pretty funny to see Josh taking the piss out of Trent Reznor for his ideas on releasing numerous "Special Edition Packages".
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J.D. Fortune Fired From INXS, Homeless
Feb1901:27 PM
This Is What A Criminal Looks Like
Feb1909:57 AM
In case you haven't heard, the popular bit torrent site Pirate Bay is currently on trial in Sweden, with the plaintiffs being Warner Bros, MGM, EMI, Colombia Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Sony BMG and Universal.
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SXSW '09: Music Player
Feb1909:55 AM
"In its 22 years, SXSW has grown from a tiny music festival in the Texas capital into a massive, unavoidable media beast that reflects, discusses and showcases trends in culture and media but also often creates them." - National Post, 3/13/08
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$99 Music Videos
Feb1909:54 AM
$99 Music Videos is an independent music channel of music videos, all made for $99 or less.
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EA's NHL 09 Features TV Heart Attack
Feb1306:14 PM
Big news! Thorny Bleeder's very own TV Heart Attack has three songs featured one of the world's most popular game franchises ever, the NHL series.
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New Art Of Dying Song
Feb0812:53 PM
Here's a live clip from Youtube of a new song Art Of Dying performed recently in Saskatoon, while on tour with Disturbed.
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New Model For Music Business Profits
Feb0503:38 PM
Last month at Midem Mike Masnick from Techdirt gave a 15 min. presentation on Trent Reznor's successful approach and attitude towards the new music business.
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Art Of Dying In The News
Feb0308:14 PM
News article on Art Of Dying in today's Vernon Morning Star.
Full article inside...Click To Read More...
Breaking News
Feb0306:40 PM
...from the Wall Street Journal:
"Ticketmaster and Live Nation are close to a merger, in a deal that would consolidate two of the most powerful forces in the music industry under one roof."Click To Read More...
New Comment Section
Feb0103:30 PM
Nettwerk CEO Puts Fans in Charge of Bands
Feb0109:39 AM
The people formerly known as the audience are doing more than just fact-checking newspaper stories, time-shifting TV shows and capturing breaking news on their cameraphones. They are also helping run their favorite bands, designing and voting on concert T-shirts, mixing studio albums and even voting on which cities should be included in a band's tour.Click To Read More...
Yuca Web Exclusive
Jan3011:00 AM
Yuca performs their new song "Melt You", in this web exclusive video, live from their studio.Click To Read More...
Duff McKagan, Financial Analyst For Playboy
Jan3010:41 AM
This is priceless. I couldn't decide if I should place this under "Humour" or "Music News". All I can say is...thank god it's not Stephen Adler.
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Something's Coming...
Jan2809:54 PM
Vancouver’s ROCK 101 adds vinyl Friday show
Jan2809:15 PM
FROM VANCOUVER’S ROCK 101 WEBSITE:
Once upon a time, a long time ago, music was played from hard vinyl discs. The discs were purchased from record stores in elaborately and painstakingly designed sleeves. The true music experience culminated in the spinning of records at 33 1/3 rpms.Click To Read More...
Music Thoughts
Jan2808:38 PM
Do you have some quotes that inspire you, as you make your own music?Click To Read More...
Noel Gallagher's Bar Tab
Jan2811:33 AM
haha, this is priceless. Who said rock n' roll was dead? Click To Read More...
Art Of Dying Announce Vernon Shows
Jan2709:06 PM
Art of Dying will be playing two shows in Vernon, British Columbia in the first week of February!Click To Read More...
Alan Cross Launches Online Music Show
Jan2711:45 AM
Alan Cross, the music historian/DJ from Toronto's 102.1 The Edge, is launching a new online music show next week.
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The Future Of The Music Industry
Jan2205:44 PM
Guest Contributors
Jan1911:11 AM
Starting today, The Bleeder Blog will now be featuring occasional articles and blogs written by an exclusive list of guest contributors.Click To Read More...
The Power Of Blogging
Jan1909:30 AM
I'm a huge supporter of blogging for the independent musician. There's a zillion articles on the internet espousing the benefits of blogging for artists, fans, and businesses.
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Global Metal
Jan1701:19 PM
I just watched the stellar documentary "Global Metal" by Sam Dunn, which is a must-see movie for anyone interested in music, globalization, culture, and anthropology.Click To Read More...
Goodbye, London Astoria.
Jan1401:29 PM
The legendary music venue, the London Astoria Theatre, is closing its doors forever on January 15, with the last ever show taking place today, Wednesday, January 14. Open since 1976, London's most famous rock n' roll venue has hosted many of the biggest names and has also been the choice of numerous live concert recordings (Radiohead, Sum 41, Black Label Society).
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Jonny Hetherington Launches New MySpace
Jan1409:25 AM
Art Of Dying's Jonny Hetherington (and Thorny Bleeder Records co-founder) has just launched a new MySpace profile. It'll feature new songs, lyrics, blogs and interviews. Click To Read More...
Yuca Seeks New Guitarist
Jan1312:29 PM
2008: Music Sales In Review
Jan1112:05 PM
Not surprisingly, overall album sales continued to drop in Canada. In 2008, 40.6 million units were sold, a drop of 8.5 per cent from the previous year (the US posted a similar decrease).Click To Read More...
Message From Trent Reznor
Jan0708:05 PM
The following message was posted today on the NIN website. How cool is this?! It's great to see Trent kicking the year off with an innovative approach and digital strategy. Click To Read More...
Bleeder Blog Update
Jan0705:53 PM
Thanks for reading The Bleeder Blog everyone, your support has been outstanding!
Our new site continues to evolve, we're not finished with it yet! There's still a few missing elements I hope to add soon, including the ability to leave Comments on each blog posting, as well as installing a Forum for group discussion.
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Apple Announces New Digital Pricing
Jan0610:36 AM
At today's MacWorld Expo in San Francisco, Apple made a big announcement regarding their iTunes Music Store which will secure their position as the industry's leading music retailer.
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Digital Music Sales Set New Record
Dec3109:24 AM
- Weekly U.S. digital track sales set a new record Dec. 22- 28 with 47.7 million sold
200 Digital Music Startups From 2008
Dec3001:30 PM
2008 has been a startling year for innovation in digital music. Check out the link below for a list of 200 new digital music startups, all from just this past year.Click To Read More...
Thorny Bleeder In The News
Dec2310:03 AM
Check it out the link here, the article is at the bottom of the page
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Legal Downloads Growing Faster Than Piracy
Dec2211:35 PM
The recession is not driving music lovers to piracy. Just away from their CD players.
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Music Industry Decides To Nag Instead Of Sue
Dec2210:15 PM
The Wall Street Journal reports that the RIAA (Recording Industry Association Of America) will stop its campaign of mass suits against illegal file sharers. Why the change of heart? It's not working. Never has, never will.
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Art Of Dying Nominated for "Best New Group" at the 2009 CRMA's
Dec1910:38 AM
reak open the champagne!
The 2009 Canadian Radio Music Awards have just been announced and Thorny Bleeder Records' very own Art Of Dying have just been nominated for BEST NEW GROUP/SOLO ARTIST (ROCK) OF THE YEAR of the year.
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Is The Album Dead?
Dec1810:51 AM
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan has revealed that 2007's Zeitgeist will be their last album.
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Canadian Idol is...Idle.
Dec1703:20 PM
Although it is their #2 rated show, CTV has suspended the 2009 series of Canadian Idol. Apparently it is quite expensive to produce, and CTV is predicting decreases in advertising revenue.
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Is The Price Of Music Dropping?
Dec1603:57 PM
Let's hope so. Lower music prices for the consumer can only spur greater sales and help save a weak industry.
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LIVE on The Fox!
Dec1512:44 PM
Our good friends at The Fox, Vancouver's rock station at 99.3 FM, have invited me (umm...Brian Thompson) to co-host some on-air, afternoon shenanigans with them, this Wednesday, Dec. 17th.
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Welcome To The Bleeder Blog
Dec1512:20 PM
Welcome to The Bleeder Blog everyone! We've officially launched our new website today and hope you come back often. If you want to stay up to date with all of our latest news and free music offerings, subscribe to our RSS feed.
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Thorny Bleeder Records Releases Free Mp3 Album Download, New Website, And Artist Services Division
Dec0911:57 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Art Of Dying Launches New Website
Dec0911:50 AM
NEW Art Of Dying Interviews Posted
Nov2008:02 PM
Two new interviews with Jonny Hetherington from Art Of Dying, with the Rochester, Minnesota Post Bulletin and the Edmonton, Alberta Vue Magazine.
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How do you appease your musical appetite?
Oct2601:48 PM
Ok, there's lots of ways to appease your musical appetite, but which way do you consume music the most?
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Shure Canada Welcomes Art Of Dying
Oct2312:00 PM
The Bleeder Blog Redesign Continues
Oct0502:53 AM
So I've been holed up for the past 10 days on this website, staying up far too late each night, and consuming far too much caffeine....and after much hair pulling and crash course training, it's come along quite a bit! Click To Read More...
Egypt Central Added To Disturbed Tour
Oct0205:14 AM
Egypt Central will join Disturbed’s upcoming tour with Art of Dying which kicks off in November. Check out the dates here.
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Art Of Dying with Disturbed
Oct0111:42 PM
Disturbed Invites Art Of Dying For Second Tour!
We've finally been given the okay to reveal our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!
We are pleased to announce that 'ART of DYING' has just confirmed a US/Canadian tour with multi platinum artists 'DISTURBED'!!!!!
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Canadian Music Week 2009
Sep3010:45 PM
Who’s going to CMW 2009 in Toronto? Have you gone before? Has the experience helped you or your band in any way?
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NEW! Thorny Bleeder Compilation
Sep2911:15 PM
NEW Art Of Dying Single Hits Radio
Sep2805:35 PM
Art Of Dying's latest single, "You Don't Know Me", was released to all Canadian rock radio stations today.
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Thorny Bleeder Records Looking For New Bands
Sep2411:00 PM
Thorny Bleeder Records and The Bleeder Blog are looking for new bands to work with and to share their music with the rest of the world.
Think you have what it takes?
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Art Of Dying Demos 7 New Songs
Sep2210:59 PM
Art Of Dying is getting ready for their sophomore release, due sometime in the first half of 2009.
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Yamaha Guitars Endorses Art Of Dying's Greg Bradley
Sep1910:59 PM
Thorny Bleeder Records is proud to announce that Greg Bradley from Art Of Dying is now sponsored by Yamaha Guitars.
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New Management For Art Of Dying
Sep0711:00 PM
New Acoustic Album?
Aug1511:14 PM
Art Of Dying spent some of their summer working on a new acoustic album in beautiful White Rock, BC.
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Yamaha Drums Endorses Art Of Dying's Jeff Brown
Jul2610:45 PM
Thorny Bleeder Records is proud to announce that Jeff Brown from Art Of Dying is now officially sponsored by Yamaha Drums.
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Art Of Dying's "Get Through This" Top 20 Rock Single
Jul1005:36 PM
Art Of Dying's second single from their debut album, "Get Through This", has just hit the Top 20 in Canada's Rock Charts!
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