Reissues: Foretaste - American Terrorist TV-Show

And now for a reissue of a different kind. I say this as it's not the type of reissue we normally report about. In fact it's a re-working of a previous album, released in 2008, called "Terrorist TV". The tracklisting and songs themselves will be completely different from the prior release. Also included will be 2 tracks from previous EPs. Due any day now and limited to 300 copies.

In case you're unfamiliar with Foretaste, i'll give you a simple and brief history. The band is made up of two members, Sylvie aka "Lover XX (vocals) and Pierre aka "Lover XY" (programming / backing vocals). They hail from Paris and released their debut album, "Beautiful Creatures" in 2005. The third and latest official offering being "Love On Demand" from 2011. A string of live performances have been done, over the past few years, which included Paris and Italy to name a few. In addition to the 3 albums, there's is also a selection of digital  EP's available. XX and XY collaborate on their tracks and focus on matters such as crime, lust, passion, sadness, and forgiveness. I discovered them back in the glory days of Myspace and have been a huge fan since then. That said, i can personally attest to their synthsized goodness. "American Terrorist TV-Show" will be available for purchase at BOREDOMproduct Records within the coming weeks. I'd hate to have any gaps in my Foretaste collection so wish me luck in getting a copy.

For more info on Foretaste, please visit the following: Foretaste Official Site , Foretaste Official @ Facebook , Foretaste Official @ YouTube

January Singles Round Up

 Trust- Heaven
 The Knife- Full of Fire
David Bowie- Where Are We Now?
 Sally Shapiro- Starman 

Suede- Barriers 
Monarchy- Disintegration
Crystal Castles- Sad Eyes
 Soft Kill- Seven Hundred
 Bat For Lashes- A Wall
 Hurts- Miracle

 Club 8- Kill Kill Kill
Factory Floor- Fall Back  

Shout Out Louds- Walking in Your Footsteps 

 Jessie Ware- If You Never Gonna Move
 Stereophonics- Indian Summer 

The Men- Electric
 The Strokes- One Way Trigger

Next Wave: Gold Zebra

Gold Zebra is a Montreal based electro pop duo consisting of Julie (Vocals) and JP Richard (Synthesizers). The duo is active since 2010 when they released their debut EP on Visage Musique. Their music combines dark tones with melodic electro beats and seduces you with late night disco melancholia. The duo is currently working on their debut album which is announced for release in spring. Take a listen to Gold Zebra on Bandcamp and check out their official FB page for updates. 

Depeche Mode Reveal New Album 'Delta Machine'

Depeche Mode have announced that their 13th studio album studio album will be entitled Delta Machine. It is set for release on March 26th on Columbia Records. the debut video for their first single ‘Heaven’ will be premiered on February 1st on Vevo. Alongside a standard CD format, Depeche Mode will release 'Delta Machine' in an exclusive Deluxe Edition with four additional new tracks and accompanied by a 28 page hardcover book including photos by longtime artistic collaborator Anton Corbijn. 

 Following the release of their new album, Depeche Mode will embark on a European stadium tour, kicking off in Tel Aviv’s Hayarkon Park on May 7th. They will perform 34 shows in 25 European countries. 

http://countdown.depechemode.com/#delta

The Return of the New Wave Pirate

We already reported about Adam Ant's big return in 2012 and this weeks sees the release of his sixth studio album 'Adam Ant Is the Blueblack Hussar in Marrying the Gunner's Daughter'. The video for his first single "Cool Zombie" was filmed on 28 October, with NME running a competition offering readers a chance to be an extra in the shoot. The concept of the video, is the story of Adam's return to London after living in Tennessee. It was produced and directed by Adam Ant and Adam Ross. 

Rewind 2013 Line-up Confirmed

"Rewind Scotland – The 80s Festival" in Perth, Scotland is back for its third year running. The festival will take place from Friday 26th July until Sunday 28th July at Scone Palace, Perthshire, Scotland. 

This year’s line-up is headlined by Ali Campbell’s UB40 and OMD. Other highlights include a rare appearance from Jason Donovan, A Flock Of Seagulls, Tony Hadley, Rick Astley, Belinda Carlisle, Level 42, Earth, Wind & Fire Experience Featuring Al McKay, Howard Jones, Soul II Soul, Kim Wilde, Mike + The Mechanics, The Blow Monkeys, Sonia, Nik Kershaw and many more. 

Tickets will go on sale at 9am on Friday 25th January.Full details about ticket outlets and prices are available from the official Rewind website. 

 http://www.rewindfestival.com/
 

WAW: Crystal Castles- Sad Eyes

The brand new Crystal Castles video has been premiered today on Youtube. It is the video for the song "Sad Eyes" from Crystal Castles third album (III) which was released last year in November. Certainly one of the outstanding tracks from the album. 

Visage 2013- The New Line-Up

Visage are back with an new line up and big plans for 2013. Steve Strange and Steve Barnacle are joined by two new members Robin Simon (ex Ultravox) on guitars and Lauren Duvall on vocals. The new Visage quartet has also announced the release of a brand new Visage album for spring 2013. 

Stick around to find out more or follow Visage directly via Facebook or check out their new official page.  

  

http://www.visage.cc
 

We've Got A Fuzzbox And We're Gonna Use It to Reissue Bostin' Steve Austin

The mighty We've Got A Fuzzbox And We're Gonna Use It!! makes its Compact Disc debut on Cherry Red Records. The all-female quartet also known simply as Fuzzbox first made their mark on the nation when their debut single "XX Sex/Rules and Regulations" stormed the UK indie charts reaching #1. 

This 2CD/AA Sided "Splendiferous Edition" of the bands seminal classic "Bostin' Steve Austin" is set for release on January 28th. "Side A" features the original 12 track studio album, digitally remastered from its original analogue master tapes, whilst"Side AA" offers a comprehensive insight into the formative Fuzzbox years compiling 22 of the bands most rare and sought after recordings. The deluxe CD booklet features sleeve notes from the bands drummer Tina, complete with original and expanded artwork, featuring: single sleeve art, lyrics and rare promotional materials. 

 http://www.cherryred.co.uk
 

Oppenheimer MkII - The Presence of The Abnormal

Andy Oppenheimer, formerly Oppenheimer Analysis, was working on several musical projects last year including Oppenheimer MkII which features the collaboration with Mark Crumby of Konstruktivists. The duo met last year and started making music together. The result is their debut album 'The Presence of The Abnormal' which features 21st century Oppenheimer style electronic pop. The 12 track album is going to be issued by Klanggalerie and it will be available on CD and digital download initially, with a vinyl edition if there's enough interest. Oppenheimer MkII will be playing live in Vienna on 23 March to launch their first album.  

https://www.facebook.com/OppenheimerMkII