Capability and consistency aren’t the most exciting descriptors, but we attach them to the delightful Dum Dum Girls without meaning anything back-handed. The California quartet has been releasing material regularly since forming in 2009, though their output dipped a bit in 2013, and it never fails to be thoroughly enjoyable. Too True, set to be released […]
Archive for January 20th, 2014
Album Stream: Dum Dum Girls – ‘Too True’
January 20th, 2014 
Tyler Hanan 
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REVIEW: Of Mice & Men – Restoring Force
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell Artist: Of Mice & Men Album: Restoring Force Genre: Hard Rock Label: Rise In the years since The Flood, metalcore outfit Of Mice & Men have been evolving. From member changes, to influence and musical direction, the band has been taking steps towards being something more than just another ‘heavy band’ with a strong following […]
From Indian Lakes Announce Able Bodies Tour
January 20th, 2014 Troy Sennett California’s From Indian Lakes will be embarking on a headlining tour in support of their stellar 2012 album, Able Bodies, later this year. The tour kicks off on March 6 in Santa Ana, CA and hits just about every region of the United States before the closing date in Fresno, CA a month later. You […]
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MUSIC VIDEO: Palisades – “High & Low”
January 20th, 2014 Kriston McConnell Palisades released their debut full length album, Outcasts, via Rise Records last year. That album was the follow up to their highly successful EP, I’m Not Dying Today. The band premiered a music video for the title single shortly after the release of their new album. They have now revealed the second music video from […]
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You Need To See The NSFW Short ‘Are We Not Cats’
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell March is my favorite month of the year for several reasons. First, UTG celebrates its birthday in March. Second, I’m usually at SXSW during the time of said anniversary and SXSW is awesome. Third is my most anticipated event of each year, The Boston Underground Film Festival. Last year, the 2013 installment of the Boston […]
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UTG PREMIERE: Mike Mains And The Branches – “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” (Lyric Video)
January 20th, 2014 Troy Sennett It’s been quite a ride for Mike Mains and the Branches since the 2010 release of their debut record, Home. The Michigan natives have seen the highs of the music industry, achieving some radio success with their single, “Miracle,” and also its lows, when their van, trailer, and all of their possessions were stolen in […]
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MIXTAPE REVIEW: Ace Hood – ‘Starvation 3’
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell Artist: Ace Hood Album: Starvation 3 Genre: Hip-Hop Ace Hood has spent the past several years on the cusp of being the next megastar in hip-hop, and by all accounts 2013 was his biggest year to date. “Bugatti” paved the way to a national audience unlike any of his previous efforts, but his album, Trials […]
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MOVIE REVIEW: ’50K And A Call Girl, A Love Story’
January 20th, 2014 Justin Proper Film: 50K And A Call Girl, A Love Story Starring: Ross Patterson, Jesse Wiseman, Seth Grossman Director: Seth Grossman Writers: Seth Grossman, Ross Patterson Before I review this film there are some things you should know about me that heavily affected my opinion of 50k And A Call Girl, A Love Story (henceforth known as 50k because that is […]
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The Floozies Remix Queen, Create World’s First “Assthem” (Ass Anthem, Duh)
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell Ever since Miley Cyrus sparked the global fascination with twerking in 2013 we have been patiently waiting – and cautiously fearing – the day when a remix of Queen’s “Fat Bottomed Girls” would arrive at UTG HQ. That day turned out to be today, and much to our surprise the results are far better than […]
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J.J. Abrams Confirms ‘Star Wars’ Script Completion, Addresses Rumors
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell Did you guys know there is a new Star Wars movie on the horizon? Crazy, right? You would think people would be excited that they would talk about it every single day or something. TheWrap is the source of the latest Star Wars: Episode VII tidbit, and it may be the juiciest to date. J.J. […]
Spotify Launches Merch Service
January 20th, 2014 Troy Sennett Spotify is branching out into merchandise in 2014. The music streaming service has been working with Topspin to allow artists to display shirts, vinyl, and other items on their Spotify profiles. Using Topspin’s ArtistLink service, artists will be able to link to any existing merch stores (not just those hosted by Topspin) free of charge. […]
‘Spectacular Now’ Star Miles Teller to Play Dan Aykroyd in John Belushi Biopic
January 20th, 2014 James Shotwell After receiving widespread praise for his portrayal of a drummer chasing his dreams in the Sundance opener Whiplash, Miles Teller is back in the Hollywood headlines this morning with new casting news. According to Emile Hirsch (via THR), Miles Teller has been tapped to portray comedy icon Dan Aykroyd opposite Hirsch in the upcoming John […]
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