Atreyu Announce “Carry The Fire” Livestreams


Metalcore originators Atreyu have announced their “Carry the Fire” livestreams. The first stream will be a greatest hits set that takes place on Friday, November 20th. The second stream will find the band playing their classic 2007’s Lead Sails Paper Anchor in full and takes place on Friday, December 4th. There will be exclusive merch bundles and virtual meet & greets avails, as well as a separate Q+A. These will be the first shows ever with Brandon Saller exclusively as the lead vocalist. The band are working on their eighth album, which will be produced by John “Feldy” Feldman and will be released via Spinefarm Records. Their recent single “Save Us” will appear on the record.

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #510: Paying For Reviews


In this episode, Matt and Curtis explain why you should not ever pay a website or magazine for reviews or interviews. Dumb and Dumbest Episode #510 is streaming now and is all about Paying For Reviews. The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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PODCAST: Episode 126: John Connolly of Sevendust on “Blood and Stone”


Ghost Cult’s Keefy caught up with John Connolly of Sevendust to chat about their new album, Blood and Stone, releasing on October 23rd, 2020 via Rise Records. We discussed the making of the new album, releasing new music during this uncertain time, the more adult themes of the band’s music these days, how the band approaches songwriting, working with producer Elvis Baskette, the decision to cover Soundgarden’s “The Day I Tried To Live” and how they almost didn’t go through with it and more. Purchase the album here and listen to our chat right now. 

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #509: Persistence


In this episode, Matt and Curtis explain the grind of the long game of you’re music career and how you need to overcome the inevitable down days. Dumb and Dumbest Episode #509 is streaming now and is all about Persistence. The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #508: Not Being Helpless


Matt and Curtis go deep on why your weakness and needy behavior dissuades music industry types from working with your band.   Dumb and Dumbest Episode #508 is streaming now and is all about Not Being Helpless. The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #507: Even More Content Ideas for COVID-19


Matt and Curtis discuss how telling a story, any story about anything you can think of can help fans and peers connect to you. Dumb and Dumbest Episode #507 is streaming now and is all about Even More Content Ideas for COVID-19! The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #506: Everything Is Content!


Matt and Curtis discuss why you can never run dry of content, because  everything is content! Dumb and Dumbest #506 is live and it’s all about Everything is Content! The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #505: Why You Need A Plan


Matt and Curtis discuss why planning is everything in the music business! Dumb and Dumbest #505 is live and it’s all about Why You Need A Plan! The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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Tyler Bryant and The Shakedown Announces Livestream Event, New Album Out This Week


Nashville rockers Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown will release their new album, Pressure, this week via Snakefarm Records (Spinefarm) and it promises to be strong. To celebrate the new release the band has announced an EXCLUSIVE livestream event on release day, October 16th, 2020.  This one-of-a-kind concert will take place in Nashville and will feature the band tearing through songs from Pressure, alongside additional behind-the-scenes footage. Tickets and VIP passes can be purchased below! 

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #504: Manufacturing Virality on Twitter


Matt and Curtis discuss virality and tips to make posts get real traction and take off on social media. Dumb and Dumbest #504 is live now and all about! Manufacturing Virality on Twitter! The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), and Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR).

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