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Goth/punk act Schoolyard Heroes are giving away a mega prize pack to the person who creates the best Halloween party/scary movie themed video.
If you were already planning on throwing a monster bash, here’s your chance to win big.
Simply film your Halloween/scary movie themed party and upload the video to YouTube. Then, hop on over to the band’s Myspace and comment with your name, telephone number, address and a link to your video.
The winner of the Schoolyard Heroes contest will receive:

SYH/Horrors Coffin Box (A CD from each band.)
Ouija Board
4 $15 gift certificates to Hot Topic
DVD Prize Pack
SYH t-shirt

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Yeah, I know… you saw the title of this post and probably went “HUH” just like I did.
It’s true, though – the legendary punk rock venue CBGB, which closed its doors a year ago, will reopen as a high-end fashion boutique.
Weird but true. I can’t say I understand it myself, but designer John Varvatos tentatively plans to open the boutique next March.
What are your thoughts? I’m a little… weirded out by the fact that a class punk rock venue will reopen as, of all things, a fashion store – but what about you?
Until next time, stay true.
Denise

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Monday Music Madness has been postponed today. I’ll be sure to make it up to you later in the week.
In any case, I do have some news today. Epitaph announced their latest acquisition Story of the Year, who recently signed to the label.
Formerly with Maverick Records, the band released two albums on the label including In the Wake of Determination and Page Avenue.
Their as-yet-untitled Epitaph debut is expected to drop in the spring of 2008.

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I have to admire Me First and The Gimme Gimmes for choosing to cover country star Willie Nelson – and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t excited about their upcoming vinyl, “Willie.”
Currently, the square-shaped vinyl will be released on December 11th, 2007. (What a perfect Christmas gift – hint, hint! )
It will include “On the Road Again”, which originally appeared on Love Their Country and City of New Orleans.
Stay True!
Denise

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While Simple Plan isn’t necessarily my cup of tea, the pop-punk “rockers” have recently announced their plan to release another full length album sometime next year.
At this point, this as-yet-untitled album is supposed to drop January 29th, 2008. As we all know however, album release dates are subject to change at any time in this business. I’ll keep you posted as the months progress.
Keep an eye on iTunes for Simple Plan’s first single, expected to appear October 29th. Their last album Still Not Getting Any… was released in October 2004.

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It’s come to my attention that Epitaph Records will be reissuing two of  The Weakerthans albums. The albums include Fallow and Left and Leaving, both of which were originally available on G7 Welcoming Committee Records.
As of now, I’m not sure if Epitaph plans to reissue their Watermark EP, but I’ll keep you posted.
The band also recently released Reunion Tour, so check it out if you haven’t already!

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Fans of Saves The Day who have been waiting for their upcoming album will be pleased to know the band has released a full album stream on their Myspace page.
Titled Under The Boards, this will be the follow-up to 2006’s release Sound The Alarm. Their upcoming album will be released October 30th, 2007.
Check out the album stream here, and rock on.

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I love finding bands that the general population has probably never heard of… that’s why I’m excited to write this week’s Monday Music Madness!
Bloomington, Indiana trio Good Luck has posted two new demos on their Myspace page, and they are worth a listen. If you like punk pop, you’ll like Good Luck.
Check out the demo tracks here. Fans (old and new alike) should keep their eyes peeled for a demo release with these and four additional songs coming soon.
Stay True!
Denise

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I’m excited to announce that Flogging Molly and Bouncing Souls have been confirmed to appear during the second-annual Rock to Roll Charity Event, sponsored by SideOneDummy’s co-founder Joe Sib.
The event will benefit Wheels for Humanity, a charity that refurbishes donated wheelchairs and customizes them to fit children and adults with disabilities across the globe.
Last year’s event was a huge success, with $27,000 raised to provide 180 wheelchairs to people in need. This year the event will be held at the Avalon Theater in Hollywood, CA on December 11th.
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The Portland, Oregon group Kill Your Ex has just posted a new track on their Myspace page. The song, called “Consent” will be featured on their upcoming album From Words to Motion.
Originally scheduled to be released next week, the album has been delayed until early 2008. According to a blog post from October 16th, the band promises the album will be worth the extended wait time.
Check out the new song here, and give these guys your support – they need it!
Stay True
Denise

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