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For Fans Of: Duran Duran, The Cure

In this day and age it seems everyone is using the internet to make a
name for themselves. Bands get big by posting a few songs on
myspace, kids get TV shows by being mildly amusing on You Tube,
and everyone has the chance to be seen by millions of people. With all
those endless possibilities its kind of refreshing when a band makes it
the old fashioned way, with a phenomenal live show and some really
solid song writing. Sure, Black Kids have released their EP Wizard of
Ahhhs via their Myspace, but no one would have visited them there
without the word of mouth generated by their amazing live
performance at Athens Popfest a few weeks ago. There the band blew
away everyone in attendance, generating a buzz that has since been
met with rave reviews from bloggers and the print media alike. Earlier
this week Pitchfork named the four songs on their Myspace page Best
New Music, and the buzz is just starting to reach a fever pitch. But
it's not just buzz and hype with Black Kids, their songs are genuine
pop classics. They are catchy, well written, and are certain to be the
kind of thing that will have music people talking big things for them.
Using a pair of keyboards, some simple guitar work, and some
shouted refrains the band is undoubtedly the next big thing in the indie
rock world. Their music sometimes evokes images of The Go! Team
thanks to their ability to get everyone shouting along in unison, but
that's pretty much where the comparisons will end. The band are
something new, they are refreshing, and yet they do it the old
fashioned way, with talent, hard work, and energy.

For Fans Of: Minus the Bear, The Mars Volta

Arizona 's Small Leaks Sink Ships reformed in early 2006 after some
tiresome, uneventful years performing under the moniker Beyond
Analog. Knowing their time together as musicians was not meant to
end, Jim Mandel Jr., Judd Hancock and London VanRooy wanted to
leave their former sound behind and start anew. Their new beginnings
resulted in a genuine, progressive, indie rock sound that would put
them on the map.” Think intelligent, forward-thinking, prog-influenced
indie rock that thankfully keeps the pretentious wankery to a
minimum" (Scott Heisel, Alternative Press). In no time at all Small
Leaks Sink Ships have been able to gain great praise from Absolute
Punk, Spin.com, Wonka Vision Magazine and most recently
Alternative Press claiming Small Leaks Sink Ships to be one of the
"Best Underground Bands That Likely Won't Stay Underground For
Long!” With the release of the band's debut record on February 13th,
2007 , the future will bring nothing but greatness for these Mesa ,
Arizona natives, and they are ready for what is to come.

For Fans Of: Atreyu, Pantera

A 5-piece Hard Rock/Punk/Southern Metal band out of Wilmigton , NC , THE HOTTNESS are
unique with their approach to a some what watered down underground scene. With a sound
composed of driving guitar riffs, flowing beats, thick breakdowns and southern style inspired
vocal hooks, THE HOTTNESS have found a new way to showcase the already over populated
Southern Rock/Metalcore scene. Although there is a heavy punk influence in style, THE
HOTTNESS still know how to slow it down with melodic vocals and keep it alive with sing/chant
along parts for the kids. With their debut full length "Stay Classy," THE HOTTNESS will breath
life into a progressively stagnant, deteriorating scene. Take a breath of fresh air, and be sure to
"Stay Classy."