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11.06.12
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[REVIEW] Motionless In White – Infamous

MOTIONLESS IN WHITE
Infamous
[Fearless Records]
Verdict: 8/10

With the first spin or two of Infamous, I actually felt disappointed with the new Motionless In White album. However, once given the chance, the record definitely makes a “comeback” as you learn the songs. The problem with the recording quality never goes away (the screaming vocals are either too muffled or overpowering), but the actual tracks become more memorable and exciting. The heavier sections are surprisingly the weakest this time around, but the more Marilyn Manson -like moments come out swinging. “America” is profound, gritty, and thoroughly satisfying; “Burned At Both Ends” has an energetic and catchy chorus; “The Divine Infection” feels like the sequel to “The New Shit”; “Sinematic” is a prog-metal fan’s dream; and “Hatefuck” is a foul and sleazy anthem. Though Infamous does have the tendency to use some generic guitar shreds at times (generally found during their heavier tracks, like “Black Damask (The Fog)”) and minor recording issues, it does come out as a successful and worthy entry in the band’s young catalog. If you were a fan of Creatures, then you should certainly like this one. – by Nathaniel Lay

>> Recommended Tracks: “America”, “The Divine Infection”, “Sinematic”
>> In Conclusion: It has a heavier prog-metal influence this time around, but that is actually the best characteristic of Infamous. The songs with the most industrial influences come out as the highlight tracks this time around.

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08.21.12
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[MUSIC NEWS] Lionheart and Motionless In White: “Music Is Music”

On August 30, LIONHEART (Mediaskare) are scheduled to play a show with MOTIONLESS IN WHITE (Fearless Records)at Hawaiian Brian’s in Honolulu Hawaii. Fans of the Hardcore unit have been talking a lot of online garbage and LIONHEART had this to say via the bands Facebook:

“To all those upset that we are playing ONE show w/ Motionless In White in Hawaii: relax. Please don’t use our FB wall as a place to shit talk another band just because of how they look. If they wanna wear makeup and dress like they do, then that’s THEIR choice.

A far as I’m concerned, they’re a hard working touring band out there trying to do the same thing we are. MIW isn’t my first choice for personal listening, but then again that’s the beauty of music; there’s literally something for everyone. If you don’t like what you see or hear, you can move on to the next option.

When we got offered the Hawaii show, I wasn’t sitting here wondering “man I sure hope those dudes in MIW all wear Camo shorts, air Max 90′s, 5 panel hats, and have the correct shin tattoos to go along with it”. All these sub genres have gotten so pretentious and clicked up that it’s just embarrassing. Yes, LH is a HC band. No, MIW is not. And yes, we are playing together.

Big fucking deal. Music is music. HC is not a shitty high school clic of ‘cool kids’ wearing the right unknown band shirt to every show. It’s about the music, the message, and that’s IT. That’s what this band is about. And as long as LH is around, I’m going to spread that message on any and every show I can, and to whomever wants to listen regardless of how they happen to be dressed.

The bottom line is MIW were kind enough to let LH on THEIR show, and for that I am grateful. It’s a chance for the band to go to Hawaii, when it would be otherwise unaffordable. And we’re all excited. Hawaii here we come!”

It’s a very reassuring thing to know that a band like LIONHEART can come out and basically break down all the borders that we have allowed to permeate the music scene. Go defend and like both bands at their respective Facebook pages.

-JH

11.07.11
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Music News: Fearless Friends Tour taking part in regional food drives on the road

The 2011 FEARLESS FRIENDS TOUR to Take Part in Regional Food Drives On the Road – Come Out and Donate to Your Local Food Bank in Hollywood, San Diego, New York City, and More!

Tour Kicks Off this Wednesday, November 9th in Flagstaff, AZ

The 2011 Fearless Friends Tour is pleased to announce several food bank donation opportunities that will be taking place at numerous tour stops! Fans will be able to make a donation in support of local food drives in Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Denver, CO, New York City, NY, and Tempe, AZ! All donations will go directly to local area food banks. Make sure to come out, support heavy music and give to the less fortunate this fall! See below for details next to each participating location.

Additionally, blessthefall will be giving away special signed drumheads to lucky winners in the aforementioned markets.  Moreover, the drumhead giveaway will include TOMS Sunglasses in Los Angeles, Lost and Loveless t-shirts and a Jedidiah Clothing jacket in San Diego, and a $50 Vestra Visa gift card from Tempe Marketplace in Tempe! More prizes are set to be announced soon.

The 2011 Fearless Friends Tour, which includes headliners blessthefall and supporting acts The Word Alive, Motionless In White, Tonight Alive, and Chunk! No, Captain Chunk is presented by Peter Says Denim, and is sponsored by Converse, Good Fight Entertainment, MerchNow, Tilly’s and WHOOZNXT. The tour is set to blaze through North America this November / December, and a current listing of tour dates can be viewed below! Tickets are available now.

THE FEARLESS FRIENDS TOUR featuring blessthefall, The Word Alive, Motionless In White, Tonight Alive and Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!:

Nov 09 – Flagstaff, AZ @ The Orpheum

Nov 10 – Los Angeles, CA @ Roxy Theatre (Donations going to Los Angeles Regional Food Bank)

Nov 11 – San Diego, CA @ Soma (Main Room) (Donations going to Feeding America San Diego)

Nov 12 – Pomona, CA @ Glasshouse

Nov 13 – Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades

Nov 14 – Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater

Nov 15 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

Nov 16 – Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

Nov 18 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Club Sound

Nov 19 – Denver, CO @ Marquis Theatre (Donations going to Food Bank of the Rockies)

Nov 20 – Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theatre

Nov 21 – Minneapolis, MN @ Station Four

Nov 22 – Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

Nov 23 – Detroit, MI @ Magic Stick

Nov 24 – Toronto, ON @ Opera House

Nov 25 – Montreal, QC @ La Tulipe

Nov 26 – New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre (Donations going to Food Bank for New York City)

Nov 27 – Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs

Nov 29 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls

Nov 30 – Cleveland, OH @ Peabodys

Dec 01 – Towson, MD @ Recher Theatre

Dec 02 – Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts

Dec 03 – Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

Dec 04 – Charlotte, NC @ Amos’ Southerland

Dec 05 – Orlando, FL @ Club Firestone

Dec 06 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution

Dec 08 – Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade

Dec 09 – Nashville, TN @ Rocketown

Dec 10 – St. Louis, MO @ Pop’s

Dec 11 – Tulsa, OK @ The Marquee

Dec 12 – Dallas, TX @ The Door

Dec 13 – Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

Dec 14 – San Antonio, TX @ White Rabbit

Dec 15 – El Paso, TX @ Open Gate Church

Dec 16 – Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre (Donations going to Tempe Community Action Agency)

For more information about The 2011 Fearless Friends Tour, go to www.FearlessFriendsTour.com.

10.05.10
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MOTIONLESS IN WHITE – Creatures [Review]

MOTIONLESS IN WHITE
Creatures
[Fearless]
Score: 8
Stream: “Count Choculitis”

Like a mix of Atreyu, The Word Alive, and Asking Alexandria, Motionless In White are constantly brutal and over the top. Usually, bands that are influenced heavily by the dark matters (goth, industrial, vampires, and what not) only appeal to, well, the more depressed and creepy crowd. Luckily, Creatures doesn’t delve into these styles too much, despite the band being described as such an act. While the instruments do have a good variety of range, it’s the vocals that steal the show for Motionless In White. There are multiple scream types (screeches, growls, and the latter), and the singing is quite smooth and impressive. When the band is mixing them all up, they’re at their best. This variety really aids in making the songs more engaging, as well as finding appreciation from a wider audience of listeners. There are, unfortunately, dark and Gothic moments sprinkled throughout the album. If you’re into that sort of thing, then you’ll probably love Creatures for everything it offers. Others may grimace during these sequences. Either way, it’s hard to deny the monster this album can be. After all, these guys are all great musicians that know how to pull out heavy and original music. They’re not necessarily one of a kind, but they are still pretty unique. Great breakdowns, vocals, instrumental talent…this band has a lot of potential. If they could make their large sounding songs a bit more memorable, they could really have something here. As they are now, Motionless In White have released a pretty engaging and intense debut for Fearless. We will probably see them on many tours in the coming months. (NL)

09.30.10
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October Release Schedule


Abandon All Ships – Geeving (10/5)
All That Remains – For We Are Many (10/12)
Atlantic/Pacific – Meet Your New Love (10/26)
Bad Books – Bad Books (10/19)
Bring Me The Horizon – There Is A Hell… (10/5)
Chiodos – Illuminaudio (10/5)
The Gay Blades – Savages (10/5)
Madball – Empire (10/12)
Middle Class Rut – No Name No Color (10/5)
Motionless In White – Creatures (10/12)
None More Black – Icons (10/26)
Pour Habit – TBA (10/12)
Rise Against – Another Station:Another Mile DVD (10/5)
Senses Fail – The Fire (10/26)
Ten After Two – If You Don’t First (10/19)
Trust Company – Dreaming In Black And White (10/12)
Vanna – The Honest Hearts (10/12)
Your Demise – The Kids We Used To Be (10/26)