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05.04.13
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[NEWS] For the Fallen Dreams Return To Rise Records, Bring Back Original Vocalist

for the fallend reamsFOR THE FALLEN DREAMS RETURNS TO THE RISE RECORDS FAMILY

ORIGINAL VOCALIST CHAD RUHLIG RETURNS

NEW SINGLE “SUBSTANCE” TO BE RELEASED NEXT WEEK

 Rise Records is proud to welcome FOR THE FALLEN DREAMS back into the family. The band has re-enlisted original vocalist Chad Ruhlig to take over front man duties.  Chad has been busy with his own band Legend, but he made the time to pursue both endeavors. FTFD’s debut album, Changes, has been a cult classic for years and fans can now rejoice about a new album and tours.  The new material is akin to their debut album and will surely not disappoint. The new single “Substance” will be released next week, stay tuned.

03.06.13
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[NEWS] Sharks Announce New Album

SHARKS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM, SELFHOOD, DUE OUT APRIL 30TH VIA RISE RECORDS
HEAR THE FIRST SINGLE “PORTLAND” NOW

shakrsLOS ANGELES, CA – March 6, 2013 – The UK’s Sharks today announced the release of their much-anticipated new full-length album, entitled Selfhood. The album will be released on April 30th via Rise Records and is the follow up to their striking 2012 offering No Gods, which NME called, “joyous blue-collar punk from Leamington Spa… a starry-eyed celebration of yearning on a US factory floor, as idealised by British spa town punks.” The album’s radiant first single “Portland” is available to hear now. See below for a lyric video, album art, full track-listing, and pre-order bundles.

Selfhood was recorded in just two weeks in Southampton, UK at The Ranch studio and produced by Lewis Johns (Gnarwolves, Bastions). The new release expands on the explosive punk meets Brit pop anthems on No Gods, and showcases a more mature and solid live band – a result of endless international touring in support of past releases.

“The whole approach with this record from the beginning was to have the process be very reckless and fun, and for every decision and idea not to be pondered on or over thought,” said the band’s frontman and vocalist James Mattock. “We set ourselves no more than three months to write this record, with no songs written going into the studio. We wanted to set ourselves these targets as a way to really capture a moment -an important aspect in making an album.”

The songs on Selfhood spotlight the band’s effortless knack for indie-punk songwriting, sharp guitar-fueled melodies and emotionally charged lyrics – channeling influences from the likes of The Smiths, Richard Hawley and The Cribs.

“I wrote most of the lyrics in a room above a morgue in which I lived with my fiancée for about five months,” said Mattock. “The place was an old Victorian building with no heat, running water, or bathroom. It wasn’t even legally residential. A lot of what I was going through around this period is channeled in the lyrics. These are the most intimate and personal songs I’ve written – thus Selfhood is the most fitting title.”

Born in 2007, Sharks is James Mattock (vocals), Andrew Bayliss (guitar), Sam Lister (drums), and Carl Murrihy (bass). They released their first independent EP, Shallow Waters, in 2008 and drummed up a serious buzz while playing with the likes of Gallows, The Wedding Present, Social Distortion, Hot Water Music, The Gaslight Anthem, Baby Shambles and more. In 2011 they released The Joys of Living 2008-2010, which BBC’s Zane Lowe praised as “the sound of a band reaching that moment when they are absolutely ready.” Their 2012 release No Gods introduced the band to U.S. audiences, with Alternative Press declaring that their music “bristles with a wonderful sense of rock and roll heritage that serves as a tribute to fallen heroes… something refreshing and contemporary.”

Sharks just returned home from a successful appearance at the Soundwave Festival in Australia. Stay tuned for announcements on U.S. touring plans.

“All we desire to achieve is the connection of an emotion sincerely felt.”

sharks selfhoodTRACK LISTING:

1. Selfhood
2. Your Bloody Wings
3. Portland
4. I Won’t Taint
5. The More You Ask Me, The Less I’m Sure
6. Sunday’s Hand
7. 22
8. Pale
9. Gold
10. Room With A Grey View
11. The Wild One

03.02.13
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[REVIEW] The Color Morale – Know Hope

the color moraleTHE COLOR MORALE
Know Hope
[Rise Records]
Verdict: 8/10
RIYL: Dance Gavin Dance, Stray from the Path, Close Your Eyes

You know the expression, “one step forward, two steps back.” It embodies the idea that sometimes change isn’t always beneficial. However, with the new album from THE COLOR MORALE, I have no idea how to itemize the band’s steps. My Devil in Your Eyes was a rousing success at combining technical metalcore (a la MISERY SIGNALS) with soulful, melodic post-hardcore in the vein of EMAROSA. Know Hope sees the band toning down the metallic aspects of its sound for a more melodic yet hardcore format. For example, the band has all but lost the djent stylings of past works, yet they are more technical. The album’s lead single really encapsulates this change. “Learned Behavior” features guitar work right out of the August Burns Red playbook mixed with a chorus so soulful that Jonny Craig wished he wrote it. The group’s unique approach to songwriting harkens back to the best of BELOVED, when post-hardcore bands didn’t always leave the singing to the chorus and the screaming to the verses and breakdowns.

The most notable change in the band’s dynamic is that vocalist Garret Rapp has taken control of all of the vocal duties. His soulful croon is still on high display, but his harsh vocals embody the same space as STRAY FROM THE PATH’s Drew York. I loved the meaty screams of the past two albums, but the change ends up working out in the end. Two songs point out where the band is and where it used to be. “Silver Lining” accentuates the group’s hardcore roots and harkens back to a day when the genre was at its peak. It’s easily the heaviest song on the album, so there is little surprise that it also deserves top billing. However, when compared to the heaviest song from My Devil in Your Eyes, it’s hard not to be disappointed that the band dropped some of its metal roots. Next up is “Steadfast”, which is unquestionably the most melodic the group has ever been. It sounds like a melodic hardcore group covering an EMAROSA song, and I mean that in the best way possible.

Overall, this is an album that has left me conflicted. It lacks the immediacy of My Devil in Your Eyes, but this new hardcore-based foundation certainly works for the group. While THE COLOR MORALE has lost some of its trademark metallic edge, the band has not lost its passion for providing hope. The lyrics are occasionally pretty poor, but the message is of hope perpetually permeates the music. In an age of cynicism, narcissism, and negativity, the band’s mission is a welcome change. While it’s fun to argue how many steps forward or backward THE COLOR MORALE TOOK, it’s undeniable that Know Hope is a rousing success for a band on the rise. – by Nick Senior

Classification: Melodic Hope Core
Recommended Tracks: “Steadfast”, “Learned Behavior” and “Never Enders”

02.27.13
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[NEWS] Man Overboard Reveal Details On New LP

Man Overboard Reveal Album Title, Cover Art and Release Date For Upcoming LP:

man overboard heart attack‘Heart Attack’ Out May 28 on Rise Records/Lost Tape Collective

The Suppy Nation Tour Co-Headline Tour with The Story So Far Kicks Off March 8th in Dallas, TX

Band To Play Entire Vans Warped Tour

New Jersey’s Man Overboard have revealed the album title, cover art and release date for their upcoming Rise Records/ Lost Tape Collective LP. Heart Attack, the band’s 3rd studio LP, will be released on May 28th. The cover art features an original oil painting by Filipino painter Marie Rubelle Ladesma.

Man Overboard will be embarking on The Suppy Nation Tour with The Story So Far, Tonight Alive, Citizen, and The American Scene next week. The trek kicks off May 8 in Dallas, TX. The band will also be on the entire Vans Warped Tour this summer.

For more information, visit Altpress.com: http://www.altpress.com/news/entry/exclusive_man_overboard_announce_2013_album_heart_attack_details

Propertyofzack recently posted a documentary on the making of Heart Attack, which can be viewed here: http://propertyofzack.com/post/43661489388/poz-exclusive-man-overboard-making-of-lp3-documentary

March 8 – Dallas, TX – Trees *

March 9 – Houston, TX- Fitzgerald’s *

March 10 – San Antonio, TX – Backstage Live *

March 12 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile *

March 14 – San Luis Obispo, CA – SLO Brew

March 15 – San Diego, CA – Epicentre

March 16 – Pomona, CA – The Glasshouse

March 17 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Metro

March 19 – Portland, OR – Branx

March 20 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon

March 22 – Salt Lake City, UT – Club Sound

March 23 – Denver, CO – Marquis Theatre

March 24 – Lawrence, KS – Granada Theatre

March 26 – St. Louis, MO – Firebird

March 27 – Nashville, TN – The End

March 28 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade

March 29 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum

March 30 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Talent Farm

April 1 – Jacksonville, FL – Brewster’s Roc Bar

April 2 – Columbia, SC – New Brookland Tavern

April 3 – Virginia Beach, VA – Shakas

April 4 – Baltimore, MD – Otto Bar

April 5 – Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer

April 6 – Patchogue, NY – 89 North (Mixtape Festival)

April 7 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg

April 8 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair

April 9 – Montreal, QC – La Sala Rosa

April 10 – Toronto, ON – Annex Wreckroom

April 11 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick

April 12 – Chicago, IL – Reggies Rock Club

April 13 – Toledo, OH – Headliner’s (Jamboree Festival)

02.20.13
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[NEWS] Rise Records Signs Face To Face

Face to Face Sign with Rise Records

New LP Three Chords and a Half Truth Out April 9

face tp faceRise Records is extremely proud to announce the signing of Face To Face. Rise Records will be releasing the band’s new album “Three Chords and a Half Truth” on April 9th, 2013. Face To Face have been a beloved and influential band in the punk rock community for over 20 years, and their new album is some of their strongest material to date.

01. 123 DROP

02. 02. WELCOME BACK TO NOTHING

03. SMOKESTACKS AND SKYSCRAPERS

04. RIGHT AS RAIN

05. FIRST STEP, MISSTEP

06. BRIGHT LIGHTS GO DOWN

07. PAPER TIGERS WITH TEETH

08. FLAT BLACK

09. JINXPROOF

10. MARKED MEN

11. THREE CHORDS AND A HALF TRUTH

12. ACROSS STATE LINES

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02.17.13
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[REVIEW] The Plot In You – Could You Watch Your Children Burn

The Plot In You - Could You Watch Your Children Burn (2013)THE PLOT IN YOU
Could You Watch Your Children Burn
[Rise Records]
Verdict: 9/10
Classification: Metalcore

Having never cared for The Plot In You in the past, I wasn’t expecting much from Could You Watch Your Children Burn. This is a perfect example of how a band can surprise you long after you’ve given up hope. The band’s new record is an immediate powerhouse dripping in aggressive energy. Opening with “Premeditated”, The Plot In You quickly show off every shining angle of their arsenal. While the track instantly goes down as a highlight of the collection, Could You Watch continues to impressive and surprise as the album plays through. With improved vocals (the singing is unexpectedly smooth and powerful, while the screams are more frantic and chaotic this time around), sharpened instruments, and a more focused writing style, the band really pulls out all the stops during this record. Their moments surprisingly melodic and memorable, and others down right brutal and crazed. Even though there are several soaring choruses that take the listener by surprise (“Troll” is a truly impressive and atmospheric track in particular), it is the insane breakdowns that steal the show in the end. Tracks like “Digging Your Grave” and “Population Control” are so intense and pissed off, you can’t help but want to break shit when blasting them. What it comes down to in the end is that The Plot In You have broaden their formula with Could You Watch. Some fans may not like this, but it should be argued the band has not lost their edge in the transformation. They are still as violent and dark as before, even if their writing is expanding from death metal, guttural growls. This record is an unexpected blast. – by Nathaniel Lay
>> Recommended Tracks: “Premeditated”, “Digging Your Grave”, “Population Control”, “Troll”

12.10.12
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[REVIEW] Crown the Empire – The Fallout

crown the empireCROWN THE EMPIRE
The Fallout
{Rise Records]
Verdict: 7.5/10
RIYL: In Fear and Faith, Motionless in White, Chiodos

In many ways, Crown the Empire’s debut really encapsulates what Rise Records is looking for in a band. Much has been said (positive and negative) about the label, but it definitely has a sound it looks for in new bands: melodic, hard-hitting, and youthful (or immature) angst and vigor. Crown the Empire has all of that and more. In fact, there would be quite a battle between this album and Issues’ debut EP for the catchiest post-hardcore release of 2012. What Crown the Empire really has going for it is the theatrical element. Imagine if In Fear and Faith, Motionless in White and later-era Chiodos all mated and spawned a new band; that band would sound almost exactly like Crown the Empire. From the piano-laced introductory track, “Oh, Catastrophe”, Crown the Empire proves that its first album is anything but a catastrophe. The Fallout is a forty-minute treat for post-hardcore fans, as each track adeptly alternates between crushing sections and exceptionally catchy choruses. “Johnny’s Revenge” probably features the best hook, as it has a unique shout-a-long section that leads to Andy Leo’s well-placed cleans. In that vein, Andy’s melodic vocals are probably the highlight of the album, as his voice is really well suited for the genre. However, other sections of the band’s sound are worth mentioning: the synthesizers are well done and punctuate the symphonic element. Also, the guitars do veer off into the boring, standard genre tropes with a sad regularity, but some of the riffs are quite enjoyable, especially the introduction to “Two’s Too Many”. Also, the lyrics are nothing to write home to. However, the enjoyability factor overshadows the few negatives of the album, as Crown the Empire is certainly a band to watch if you are a fan of the genre. – by Nicholas Senior

>> Classification: Symphonic Post-hardcore
>> Recommended Tracks: “Johnny’s Revenge”, “The Fallout” and “Two’s Too Many”
>> In Conclusion: Rise Records has clearly hit a home run with its newest signing. Crown the Empire has all of the hallmarks the label loves: symphonic elements, catchy choruses, and the ability to bring the brutal.

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SECOND OPINION: 8.5/10
When Limitless released, it was obvious to me that this was the kind of band Rise Records would love. Sure enough, just months later, it was announced they had signed to the label. Now that The Fallout is here, I’m glad to hear that the band has successful in keeping with their hype. Not only is the full length better than the last EP, it has a more diverse and atmospheric sound. Right from the start of The Fallout, Crown the Empire do a great job in molding chaos and melody like they aren’t worlds apart. Tracks like “Oh, Catasrophe”, “The Fallout”, “Makeshift Chemistry”, and “Johnny’s Revenge” kept me coming back for more repeatedly. — by Nathaniel Lay

11.20.12
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[NEWS] Transit Begin Tracking New Record

Transit Begins Tracking 2nd LP For Rise Records

Transit begins tracking their 2nd Rise Records full length with producer Ted Hutt (The Gaslight Anthem, Lucero, The Bouncing Souls) on Saturday at Maximum Sound Studios in Danvers, MA. Gary Cioffi (Transit, Four Year Strong, Misser)  will also be working with the band on the record.

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11.04.12
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[REVIEW] In Fear And Faith – In Fear And Faith

IN FEAR AND FAITH
In Fear and Faith
[Rise Records]
Verdict: 7.5/10
RIYL: Chiodos, Pierce the Veil, Scary Kids Scaring Kids

Expectations can be a bitch or the best kind of blessing. Interestingly enough, In Fear and Faith has now experienced both ends of the spectrum. The band found success with its debut album, Your World on Fire, which showcased the band’s startlingly enjoyable brand of symphonic post-hardcore. Thus, fans were expecting a lot from sophomore record, Imperial, which ended up being a disaster of royal proportions. The magic was lost, and the band sounded dull and boring. So with In Fear and Faith’s third album, expectations were a bit lower, and, despite the odds, the band has knocked it out of the park. The band has (very intelligently) ramped up the symphonic elements in their sound and limited the boring, stale sound from Imperial. Ramin Niroomand is the band’s savior here, as his keyboard use helps propel almost every track. Whether it is the beautiful piano in the background or the use of synthesized strings, his keyboard work is a real winner for the band’s third record. Despite a heavier presence of keyboards, the band also sounds, well, heavier here. Songs hit harder than they have in quite some time. It is as if the band spent a good bit of time appreciating Chiodos’ ability to marry the beauty with the breakdown, as that union is on full display throughout this album. Not every song hits perfectly, as some have a knack for over relying on standard chugging progressions, but songs like “Soul Survivor” and “A Creeping Dose” prove how impressive the band can sound when it really focuses on songwriting. The third time is often a charm; look no further than In Fear and Faith for a solid example of a band figuring its sound out on its third time around. – by Nicholas Senior

>> Classification: Symphonic Post-Hardcore
>> Recommended Tracks: “A Creeping Dose”, “Soul Survivor”, and “The Calm Before the Reform”
>> In Conclusion: For those that look fondly on Chiodos’ variety of post-hardcore, it is time for some In Fear and Faith in your life.

10.06.12
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[EDITOR'S CHOICE MUSIC REVIEW] The Acacia Strain – Death Is The Only Mortal

THE ACACIA STRAIN
Death Is The Only Mortal
[Rise Records]
Verdict: 10/10
RIYL: ON BROKEN WINGS, CROWBAR & MESHUGGAH

As with every album in THE ACACIA STRAIN’s career, expectations have been high. Most are wanting them to fail and sell out, especially in the advent of them signing to Rise, and others are hoping for more hate filled destructiveness that far exceeds any other bands false claims of releasing ‘the heaviest record of the yera’. What Death Is The Only Mortal does is prove that THE ACACIA STRAIN are still pissed off at enough of society and humanity at large, and that translates into some of their nastiest material to date. Musically Death… has elements of all previous records, an eerie sample leads into album opener ‘Dreamblade’, nodding towards 3750‘s sample laden murderous tones. The overall vibe is reminiscent of The Dead Walk. Angry. Thick and ‘bouncy’, without being fashionable. It has the dirty feel that Continent provided and Wormwood‘s ‘epicness’. Most noticeably are Vincent’s vocals. As any TAS fan can attribute, live, he employs more than just death gurgles and growls, he incorporates highs and mids that add life and character to each song. That approach has been used here, and it works out beautifully. Another big plus for the TAS boys is that it was self produced by there own DL. Who better than someone that knows the band inside and out to produce the nastiest slab of brutality in their decade spanning career? Earlier in the year, we were treated to a taste of the hate to come in the form of ‘Servant In The Place Of Truth’. Since it’s well received release, fans and haters have been clamoring for more. Non fans became curious and die hards (like myself! -JH) about had a heart attack with it’s brutalness. It has also become a hot topic for people to talk trash about, wondering why it wasn’t included in the final track listing. Simply put? They didn’t want to. It was recorded before the Death… sessions even started so technically, it was from a different state of mind, AND it’s only purpose was to wet pallets (it’s important to note here that DL has suggested on his own facebook account, ‘add it to your own burned copy’. Duh.). With that being said, Death… is the bands most well rounded and mature record as well. The songs not only display their muscular heaviness, but bleed true talent. True, it’s the bone crushing breakdowns that all the Pit Beasts crave, but as PANTERA showed the world, some sort of rhythm and groove is needed, no matter how miniscule it may be. ‘Brain Death’ is the albums first taste of this, at least the most noticeable, and yes, it does nod toward PANTERA a bit. Where Wormwood was a CROWBAR tribute, Death… is the PANTERA Edition. It helps if true music fans learn the history of where everything evolves from. Those not in the know, like 80% of these scene kids, all the history will go straight over their ironed hair, and sadly, the ones that know their shit, are turned off due to the ignorance of these kids. Either way, THE ACACIA STRAIN don’t really give a fuck. They wrote what was the next step in the evolution of one of the scenes best and heaviest bands. Death Is The Only Mortal is 10 tracks of total hate and disgust. Enjoy.      -by Jon Hole

Recommended listening: ‘Go To Sleep’, ‘Victims Of The Cave’ & ‘House Of Abandon’
Production credits: Produced & recorded by Daniel Laskiewicz.
Guest appearances: just one. on one track. i say track #3 ‘Go To Sleep’. kinda sounds like Kirk Windstein of Crowbar…we will have to wait and see…
Release date: October 09, 2012 (for real, GO BUY A PHYSICAL COPY)
In conclusion…THE ACACIA STRAIN have taken their brand of heaviness to newer, darker and down right scarier realms with Death Is The Only Mortal. Haters will still hate, and the fans will still spill blood for them. This is the ‘end of the world’ soundtrack.

08.27.12
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[INTERVIEW] Thick As Blood

INTERVIEW W/ THICK AS BLOOD BY NATHANIEL LAY

RG = Randy Gonzalez (guitar player)
GV = Gino Vento (singer)

How has the label switch been? How did you come to joining Rise Records?

It has been great so far Rise is a diverse label so we are excited to be a part of it. It was just time to move on to something new after 2 releases on Eulogy and Rise happened to be interested worked out well for everyone. (RG)

How does the new record compare to your last two? Did the three years in between releases affect the writing of this record?

We had a few members changes since our last release which is why it took so much time to be able to write a good album so the writing process was affected due to the member changes not the time but in the end we wrote the songs on Living Proof which we feel is our best material and shows that we have matured as a band. (RG)

Where did you record and with whom? What was the experience like?

We recorded with our good friend Nick Jett who plays drums in Terror. The tracking to place at Sunset Lodge studios in Silverlake,CA and at Nicks home studio in Granada Hills,CA. Recording with Nick was great it was a laid back environment but we still got some badass songs put together.(RG)

What are your summer and fall touring plans? Any time overseas coming up?

We are always doing overseas stuff now we love it THICK AS BLOOD Worldwide! We are playing a big fest in Puerto Rico in Sept then Europe later on. (RG)

Why the title Living Proof?

The title track of the album has a line that states We’re Living Proof that the diehards still exist. We have been through so many ups and downs as a band and as people and we are still here stronger than ever. We are all Living Proof.(RG)

I spoke to several of your longtime fans and they didn’t seem sure you’d be returning strong. Then they heard your new record and now they say it’s your best work yet. What would you like to comment about this?

Honestly, don’t blame them. We’ve had a lot of ups and downs like Randy said. But now we’re back in full force. We’re really glad everyone is into Living Proof, we’re definitely really proud of it. (GV)

Which songs on Living Proof do you think will become the live favorites for you and your fans? Which songs do you find the most fun to play?

I’ll say “The Outsiders” is quickly going to be a live favorite and although we haven’t played I live yet “Diente Por Diente” will most likely be the most fun to play in my opinion. (GV)

If all Hell breaks loose at the end of this year, how will you guys be surviving the end of the world?

We’ll obviously be Raising Hell. (GV)