The current music scene would not be the same without John Nolan. From his work in Taking Back Sunday to today with Straylight Run. His career has been one most would only hope to live and it continues to this day. With their new DIY release of Un, Mas, Dos the group take yet another […]
Archive for October, 2008
We Interviewed JOHN NOLAN of Straylight Run
October 9th, 2008 
James Shotwell 
Posted in Interviews 
Tags: interview, john nolan, straylight run, un mas dos 
Comments Off on We Interviewed JOHN NOLAN of Straylight RunWe Interviewed Ben from The Status!
October 9th, 2008 James Shotwell There’s a new band on the scene that we at UTG think deserve some attention. The Status just released their Doghouse Records debut this week and you should probably prepare to hear a lot from them in the coming months. James got a chance to talk to Ben Grant yesterday while the band traveled on […]
Posted in Interviews Tags: doghouse records, interview, so this is progress, the status Comments Off on We Interviewed Ben from The Status!Don’t Miss Out – La Dispute Pre-order!
October 8th, 2008 James Shotwell In our effort to keep you up on the latest and greatest music, I feel the need to tell you that La Dispute’s debut full length, Somewhere At The Bottom of The River Between Vega and Altair is now up for pre-order. A little note sent to us from their label can be found below…DON’T MISS […]
We Interviewed Steven From Haste The Day!
October 8th, 2008 James Shotwell Haste the Day has become a staple in the heavy scene over the course of their previous three releases. Now, with their fourth, Dreamer, set to drop in the near future and some great tour plans, one can only assume their popularity to rise quite quickly. Yesterday, James spoke with Steven [vocals] and what transpired […]
Posted in Interviews Tags: dreamer, hardcore (genre), haste the day, solid state Comments Off on We Interviewed Steven From Haste The Day!North – What You Were
October 7th, 2008 James Shotwell Band: North Album: What You Were Genre: Post Rock/Hardcore Label: Cavity Tracks: 1. Possibilities 2. Ghosts Among Us 3. I Am Become Death 4. Failing In Perpetuum 5. Intentions 6. Eidolon 7. What You Were 8. Perspectives 9. Veiled In Light 10. Reflections Every now and then a band comes along and makes a permanent […]
Posted in Reviews Tags: cavity records, hardcore (genre), north, post rock, what you were Comments Off on North – What You WereWe Interviewed …And Hell Followed With!
October 6th, 2008 James Shotwell Taking a step away from the biggest acts at the moment, this time around we at UTG are bringing you your first one on one with tomorrow’s next big act. Statik Factory Records’ And Hell Followed With bring crushing metal and poignant lyrics together in a tornado of sound that’s sure to open up a […]
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October 3rd, 2008 James Shotwell Band: La Dispute Album: Somewhere At The Bottom Of The River Between Vega and Altair Genre: Experimental Rock Label: No Sleep Tracks: 1. Such Small Hands 2. Said The King to The River 3. New Storms for Old Lovers 4. Damaged Goods 5. Fall Down, Never Get Back Up Again 6. Bury Your Flame […]
Partner Spotlight – Workhorse Illustration
October 2nd, 2008 James Shotwell The world of UTG is made up of people who love and devote themselves to music. So, it should come as no surprise to anyone that we associate ourselves with like minded people. This week, I want to highlight our dear friend Scott Wygmans design work. If you’ve ever been to our myspace, you’ll see […]
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October 2nd, 2008 James Shotwell Continuing with our promotion for the new See You Next Tuesday album, Intervals, we bring you a quickie interview that JP happened to land with Drew from SYNT. This is a continuation of the interview we posted with Fox and coming next week, a podcast featuring all of SYNT! JP: Haven’t seen you in a […]
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October 1st, 2008 James Shotwell Band: Disciple Album: Southern Hospitality Genre: Southern Rock Label: INO Records Tracks: 1. Southern Hospitality 2. Romance Me 3. 321 4. Whisper So Loud 5. Whatever Reason 6. Phoenix Rising 7. Liar 8. Falling Star 9. Right There 10. On My Way Down 11. Law My Burdens 12. Savior Few bands today make it past […]
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