Drug Front Records tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2009-09-01://1 2010-07-06T23:19:00Z Movable Type 4.31-en Super-Cool Stuff Coming Up!!! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.108 2010-07-06T20:36:38Z 2010-07-06T23:19:00Z Jesse Cannon
MiniBoone's Mini-Tour #1:

Friday, July 9th:
Valentines with Intelligent Television
17 New Scotland Avenue
Albany NY 12208

Saturday, July 10th:
22b Charlonne
22 Charlonne St
Jaffrey NH 03452

Sunday, July 11th:
T.T. the Bear's Place with Yeah Right and I Have Ears
10 Brookline Street
Cambridge MA 02139

Tuesday, July 13th:
HillyTown Presents OFFStage @ Space Gallery with Lapsed Axis and Same Basic Bear
538 Congress Street
Portland ME 04101


The Bamboo Kids will be making a rare appearance at the Trash Bar on Friday, July 16th with The Live Ones.

also look for a super-secret live appearance from The Naked Heroes at Cake Shop in Manhattan on Saturday, July 10th for the monthly QxBxRx party.  These gay rock parties are absolutely fucking insane.  The Naked Heroes are on at 1:30am!


And then check this out - MiniBoone, The Naked Heroes and The Mess Around  are playing together on a BOAT!  Yes!  It's part of the Rocks Off Concert Cruise events.

Tuesday, July 20th:
MiniBoone
The Naked Heroes
The Mess Around

All the info you need is here:
http://www.rocksoff.com/shows/562  

Also, this is going to be MiniBoone's last NYC performance until September.  Craig's getting married and should be busy for most of August.  So make it out to this, New Yorkers!

But, if you're lucky enough to live a little down south, you can catch MiniBoone at this:

MiniBoone's Mini-Tour #2:

Thursday, July 22nd:
The Khyber with Mikingmihrab, Monuments, and The Rowdies
56 South 2nd Street
Philadelphia PA 19106

Friday, July 23rd:
Somewhere in DC

Saturday, July 24th:
Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar with The Hilarious Posters
414 East Main Street
Charlottesville VA 22902

All this in July!  It just might turn out to be a good summer after all!

xoxoxoxo,
D.F.R.

]]> The Candy Snatchers' new LP/CD is officially out now!!! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.107 2010-06-15T04:11:06Z 2010-06-15T04:25:20Z Jesse Cannon CsnatchDAD200.jpgI am not going to tell you how fucking important The Candy Snatchers were/are to punk rock and rock-n-roll in general.  If I had to do that, you wouldn't be here reading this right now.  Right?  So why don't you get off this page and click here to buy The Candy Snatchers' new CD and/or LIMITED EDITION PICTURE DISC LP.  Either purchase comes with a free digital download.  And the LP is limited to 500 only.  Once they're gone, they're gone for good.  So all you collector scum take note.
If you really need to freshen up on The Candy Snatchers, why not read this latest preview from their recent record release party in their hometown of Norfolk, VA.  Or you could be so cool as to buy Eric Davidson's new book We Never Learn: The Gunk Punk Undergut 1988-2001 and learn a lot about the world's most dangerous band.  Don't know who Eric Davidson is?  You dummy!  He sings for The New Bomb Turks!
I honestly don't know what the fuck you are waiting for.  These records will disappear fast and then you'll be sorry.
]]> The Candy Snatchers' Record Release Party in Norfolk, VA!!!! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.106 2010-05-25T21:18:35Z 2010-05-26T19:12:22Z Jesse Cannon 37th and Zen.  
Yes, we are all well aware that guitarist/co-founder Matthew Odietus is no longer with us.  We all miss him greatly.  But we do know that he would abso-fucking-lutely want us all to party hard in his honor.  And considering that the new Candy Snatchers' CD and limited edition picture disc LP will be released the first week of June, we decided to do just that. 
Playing guitar with The Candy Snatchers will be Suke from Born Loose.  Not only is Suke a fantastic guitar player, he was also in The Candy Snatchers as a bassist for a couple of years.  Also playing is Born Loose (with Larry May of The Candy Snatchers), The Naked Heroes, Big Bobby and the Nightcaps, The Bamboo Kids, Black Jesus and The Mess Around.  It's a veritable plethora of insane and REAL rock and roll!!!  And anyone who has been to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area for a rock show knows the debauchery that ensues every night in those little beach towns.  Norfolk is only a 7 hour drive from NYC.  Come on down and rock the fuck out!
Here's the awesome flyer designed by Naked Heroes' guitarist/vocalist, George Michael Jackson:
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]]> The Walk Ons' "Forget You" is the Free MP3 Of The Day on Spinner.com tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.105 2010-05-24T16:52:02Z 2010-05-24T17:02:00Z Jesse Cannon
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The Walk Ons' smash hit, "Forget You", from their critically acclaimed EP "We Did This On
Purpose", is featured as MP3 Of The Day on AOL's Spinner website. We want to not only congratulate the handsome boys in The Walk Ons, but also to AOL for continuing to exist.  
You can purchase the CDEP and/or digital download of "We Did This On Purpose" by clicking here. This is just the beginning for The Walk Ons. Look out for a second EP from these ruggedly good-looking rockers later this year.
]]> The Naked Heroes Record Release Party #2! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.104 2010-05-17T15:05:33Z 2010-05-17T19:17:43Z Jesse Cannon
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Yeah, you read it right.  The Naked Heroes are having a second record release party this Saturday, May 22nd at Union Pool in Williamsburg, Brooklyn!  It is in conjunction with Traditional Comics/Benjamin Marra's release of his latest comic book, Night Business #3.  You don't know who Benjamin Marra is?  Well he just happens to be one of the best and coolest illustrators out there.  Besides having his own comic company and being a contributor to Vice Magazine, Ben created the artwork for the new Naked Heroes picture disc LP and CD. His stuff rules!  
You know what else rules?  This show coming up.  Not only will you be blown away by the rock-n-roll of The Naked Heroes, but you can also witness two very special guests - Boricua Hip-Hop superstar Oddateee from the world-famous deadverse massive crew and indie dance sensation MKNG FRNDZ.  You cannot go wrong with this.  DO NOT MISS THIS INSANE EVENT!!!


Hey!  Why don't you check out Benjamin Marra's artwork for the limited edition picture disc of The Naked Heroes' "99 Diamond"?  It's right below here, dummy!
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]]> The Naked Heroes "99 Diamond" Limited Edition Picture Disc LP and CD are out now!!! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.102 2010-04-06T06:14:45Z 2010-04-06T06:44:16Z Jesse Cannon thenakedheroes99.jpgYes!  You can believe your eyes!  Brooklyn's hardest rockin' couple have some brand new products out. The Naked Heroes' breakout debut recording is now available on LP and CD - each with their own bonus track not available anywhere.  The LP is a beautiful picture disc with artwork by Ben Marra (Night Business/Traditional Comics/Vice Magazine) and is limited to a short run of only 500 copies.  Get it now!  Because when it runs out, it will no longer be available again.  And it's not just a collector's item - it's a rock-n-fucking-roll masterpiece!  You don't have to take my word for it - just check the press from Free Williamsburg, Star Beat and Boston's Tea Party.
If you are still not convinced, why not check the fantastic video for the smash hit 'Sheila' on YouTube by director Ken Shadford.  
Yes.  The Naked Heroes will rock your face off your face!
Get the LP, CD, digital download and new awesome t-shirts at The Naked Heroes' bandcamp site for the cheapest prices anywhere!


]]> MiniBoone - Big Changes EP OUT TODAY! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.92 2010-01-26T16:22:26Z 2010-01-26T16:33:28Z or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.The new Miniboone EP, "Big Changes" is out today! Yes! Today! Meaning right now! Why are we so full of exclamation marks? Because MiniBoone is the most... Jesse Cannon
or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.
The new Miniboone EP, "Big Changes" is out today! Yes! Today! Meaning right now! Why are we so full of exclamation marks? Because MiniBoone is the most exciting new band on the planet. The intensity of their amazing live shows was actually captured on this new recording. How do I know? I was there to record it, ya big dummy! But you don't have to take my word for it - read what these guys have to say:

"MiniBoone has fast become one of Brooklyn's most energetic and entertaining live bands. Their spastic and nervy live shows have paid off, with mentions in many blogs, including msn.com's CMJ coverage. The praise is well deserved; their songs are catchy, with jerky, stop-start riffs that recall the best moments of post-punk icons Devo and Talking Heads, with a healthy dose of the modern indie-rock of Arcade Fire and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah." from QuietColor

"Of course not everything sent to me is adored the way I immediately fell for the pop hooks and catchy sounds of MiniBoone's debut EP. These six songs are instantaneous, songs that scream to be listened to again and again, and nag at you if you don't listen to them enough times." from PopTartsSuckToasted where they were "band of the week."

"MiniBoone, a five-piece from New York caught our attention by seemingly encompassing the best traits of indie music from the past 30 years while leaving most of the annoying parts behind." from Music ZeitGeist - where you can find they were "indie artist of the month." Are you starting to see a trend here?

I could go on and on, but I would be wasting the time it takes for you to go buy this amazing new EP.

Get it here!
]]> The Walk Ons "We Did This On Purpose" Out Today! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.87 2010-01-19T16:34:29Z 2010-01-19T16:47:12Z or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.The Walk Ons have a new 5 track EP out today! It's called "We Did This On Purpose." It's a hook-laden edgy-yet-melodically compelling tour de force straight... Jesse Cannon
or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.
The Walk Ons have a new 5 track EP out today! It's called "We Did This On Purpose." It's a hook-laden edgy-yet-melodically compelling tour de force straight out of NYC. Take my word for it - these guys rock. What? You don't believe me? Well here's what Last FM had to say about them:

Brooklyn's anti-heroes, The Walk Ons, kick out supercharged, hook-riddled tunes that play on in your head long after your ears stop ringing. Infusing garage-rock and power-pop influences like The Clash, Cheap Trick and Weezer, The Walk Ons play timehonored Rock 'n' Roll, tight and loud with just the right amount of garbage.

And Taxi.com said this: "Rock, power pop, a little alt. Puts me in the mind of Elvis Costello meets the Knack meets Paul Westerberg/The Replacements."

You will find that your purchase of "We Did This On Purpose" is the cheapest when bought directly through us. $4 for 5 songs?!?! Are you kidding me? As they say in those amazing late night ExtenZe commercials, you have nothing to lose...but a whole lot to gain.

Can't get enough of The Walk Ons? Make sure you go to these sites:
The Walk Ons Website
Myspace
Facebook
ReverbNation

See them live at Parkside Lounge in NYC's lower east side on February 12th
]]> Get New Songs From The Walk Ons, MiniBoone and The Bamboo Kids For Free Here! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.85 2010-01-13T22:12:47Z 2010-01-13T22:15:35Z or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here. or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here. or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.... Jesse Cannon
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or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.



or send out a Tweet to get it for free by clicking here.
]]> MiniBoone - Big Changes EP Is Coming 1.26.10 tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2010://1.78 2010-01-07T17:59:55Z 2010-01-12T21:25:15Z Jesse Cannon miniboone_web_150.jpgYes!  Don't listen to Flavor Flav! Believe the hype!
The buzz is already starting and the record's not even out! Brooklyn's coolest new group of misfit pop are already making waves. Check out PopTartsSuckToasted and QuietColor!

We really couldn't have said it better ourselves.

And check out this new interview at Two Groove!

Available January 26th on CD and as a digital download.  Get it here at Drug Front Records!

Go see MiniBoone at their record release party at Glasslands on Wednesday, February 3rd. in beautifully overpriced Williamsburg, Brooklyn!  They are playing with I'm Turning Into and Pet Ghost Project.
]]> The Bamboo Kids - The Way Things Are - Out Now! tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2009://1.31 2009-09-25T03:27:49Z 2009-10-21T18:18:33Z The Bamboo Kids - The Way Things Are From this latest recorded output, it seems as if our little Bamboo Kids have grown up a bit. Sure this NYC trio are still have bits of The Clash, The Damned... Jesse Cannon cdart.jpg
The Bamboo Kids - The Way Things Are

From this latest recorded output, it seems as if our little Bamboo Kids have grown up a bit. Sure this NYC trio are still have bits of The Clash, The Damned and The Heartbreakers in their sound, but they've definitely evolved. The songs and their visions are clearer than ever - they take the listener on a way more personal ride. Maybe it's because Bush is finally out of office and a bit of politically charged anger has subsided. Either way, these guys are at the very top of their game and they're not afraid to show their New Jersey roots. The addition of expertly played keys and horns (a la The Boss) don't hurt at all.

You can buy it from us for just $3.99
You can buy it from iTunes for $4.99
You can buy it on Amazon for $4.45
]]> Links To Sites We Like tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2009://1.95 2009-08-16T02:31:30Z 2010-04-06T07:45:57Z Jesse Cannon
Musformation - possibly the most comprehensive music sight in all of the internet.
Get Fresh USA - this is DFR's publicist.  We love 'em!
The Bamboo Kids - we like these guys, so we signed them.
Powerload Records - this is Naked Hero George Michael Jackson's site where he originally released "99 Diamond"
Fleck PR - another great publicist we like.  
Creston Guitars - the absolute best custom guitars made in the world. Creston Lea rules!
Pirates Press - the best prices for vinyl pressing anywhere.  Great service, excellent work.
Contagious Graphics - awesome sticker company.  Fast, friendly, reliable.
The Naked Heroes - oh yeah, we like these guys a lot.
The Walk Ons - yet another DFR band we love.
The Mess Around - these guys will be recording a record for DFR in April!
The Shemps - one of the most obnoxious bands ever. And man, do we miss them. We will be putting out their as of yet unreleased second recording, "Squeaky Clean."
Electric Shadows - these handsomely groomed young men play power-pop rock-n-roll in the vein of Nick Lowe/Rockpile, Flaming Groovies and The Faces.  You can't go wrong.  Their debut LP/CD will be on DFR soon!
]]> Upcoming Shows tag:drugfrontrecords.com,2009://1.94 2009-08-16T02:08:32Z 2010-06-21T16:27:04Z Jesse Cannon 6/3/2010 - MiniBoone with be appearing at Knitting Factory with Electric Tickle Machine and Translations.

6/5/2010 - The Candy Snatchers Record Release Party!!! - The Candy Snatchers, Born Loose, The Bamboo Kids, Big Bobby and the Nightcaps, The Naked Heroes, Black Jesus and The Mess Around will all be playing at 37th and Zen in Norfolk, VA.  INFUCKINGSANE!!!!

6/19/2010 - The Walk Ons return to the stage at Parkside Lounge in Manhattan's Lower East Side.

6/21/2010 - MiniBoone will be playing two shows in one day for the Make Music NY Fest. The first show will be at 5pm at Spike Hill in Williamsburg.  The second will be at 7:30 on the rooftop of 838 Myrtle Ave. Apt #3 in Bed Stuy.  These are both free events!

6/24/2010 - The Naked Heroes will be performing in front of Sweatshop Rehearsal Studios in Williamsburg, Brooklyn as part of the Make Music NY Fest. They go on at 5pm sharp.  This is a free show!

6/24/2010 - MiniBoone will be most likely destroying the PA, electricity and their instruments at Cake Shop on Ludlow St. in Manhattan's Lower East Side.

7/9/2010 - 7/13/2010 - MiniBoone Mini-Tour #1!
7/9 - Valentine's in Albany, NY
7/10 - 22b Charlonne in Jaffrey, NH
7/11 - T.T. the Bear's in Cambridge, MA
7/12 - The Red Door in Porstmouth, NH
7/13 - The Space in Portland, ME

7/16/2010 - The Bamboo Kids will be performing with The Live Ones at Trash Bar in Williamsburg. Also appearing: The Hard Nips, The Rakehells and Inashton.

7/20/2010 - Take a Drug Front Records cruise with MiniBoone, The Naked Heroes and The Mess Around!  Rocks Off Concert Cruise Lines will be taking off from the east side of Manhattan.  Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the boat on the day of the show.  So, get your tickets now! This is an event not to be missed!!!

7/22/2010 - 7/24/2010 - MiniBoone Mini-Tour #2!
7/22 - The Khyber - Philadelphia, PA
7/24 - The Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar - Charlottesville, VA
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The Naked Heroes - 99 Diamond
Digital $FREE - Limited Edition Picture Disc 12" $15 PPD in US
There comes a time in everyone's life when you realize that you just have to go for it.  Do what your heart tells you despite what your brain may be thinking. The Naked Heroes just released the soundtrack for those exact moments.  The new recording, '99 Diamond', is endorphin-releasing rock-n-roll.  It's the cathartic blast of exorcising demons from your soul. The ecstatic rush of love and lust. It's what your body craves.



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MiniBoone - Big Changes
Digital $5 - CD $6 PPD in US
In the now-famous and completely overpopulated Brooklyn music scene, there is one band that stands out as the most exciting and energetic. In a very short time, MiniBoone has proven they have both style and substance.  The new six song EP, Big Changes, features totally infectious melodies fused with spastic-yet-controlled rhythms to create something completely new.  There's been comparisons to Talking Heads, Devo and Pavement and they are all welcome - but one listen and you'll find MiniBoone is in a league all their own.



walk ons_final200.jpgThe Walk Ons - We Did This On Purpose
Digital $4 CDs - $5 PPD in US
These dive bar anti-heroes kick out supercharged, hook-filled tunes that play on in your head long after your ears stop ringing. Drawing on rock and power-pop influences like Combat Rock-era Clash, mid-70s
Stones, Cheap Trick playing Budokan, early Weezer and Bloc Party, The Walk Ons put a "Made in Brooklyn" stamp on time-honored Rock n' Roll, played tight and loud with a shit-eating grin.


CsnatchDAD200.jpgThe Candy Snatchers - Down At Delilah's
Digital $9 - LP Forthcoming

The unfortunate death of guitarist Matthew Odietus in 2008 has left us with the world's most dangerous band's final studio output.  This latest recording features more of the same burning rock-n-roll that you would always expect from these maniacs.  After 15 years as one of the best and most out-of-control situations anyone has ever seen or heard (both on and off the stage), "Down At Delilah's" shows that they never slowed down.  14 tracks dripping with the same rage, fire and intensity these guys had back in 1993.


cdart.jpgThe Bamboo Kids - The Way Things Are
Digital $4 CDs $5 PPD in US
From this latest recorded output, it seems as if our little Bamboo Kids have grown up a bit. Sure this NYC trio are still have bits of The Clash, The Damned and The Heartbreakers in their sound, but they've definitely evolved. The songs and their visions are clearer than ever - they take the listener on a way more personal ride. Maybe it's because Bush is finally out of office and a bit of politically charged anger has subsided. Either way, these guys are at the very top of their game and they're not afraid to show their New Jersey roots. The addition of expertly played keys and horns (a la The Boss) don't hurt at all.

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