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  • Exclusive ‘Royals’ Reimagined By Until The Ribbon Breaks

    Until The Ribbon Breaks

    New Zealand artist Lorde has announced yet more dates and venue changes for her upcoming North American tour this Fall. The 16-year-old singer-songwriter has also confirmed that U.K. artist Until The Ribbon Breaks (full band) will be the direct support on this highly anticipated 8-day stint. The tour is set to commence on the West Coast at the prestigious Fonda Theater on September 24 and wind up east, making two stops at the legendary Webster Hall in NYC (extra date added), another at Brooklyn’s Warsaw and finishing up at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto (show upgraded from the Hoxton).

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    After a whirlwind trip to the U.S. earlier this month, having sold out shows in both New York City and Los Angeles, Lorde announced she will be releasing her debut album ‘Pure Heroine’ in North America on September 30 via Lava / Republic Records. Her current single Royals continues to dominate the Billboard charts, recently solidifying the young artist as the first female artist to top the Billboard’s Nielsen BDS-based Alternative Radio chart in 17 years.

  • Chocolate Puma Announces Two U.S. Shows

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    Chocolate Puma

    Chocolate Puma just announced two U.S. shows, bringing their dynamic sound to both coasts this month. The first will be in New York City at Pacha on Friday August 23. The following night, August 24, they’ll head to Los Angeles to perform at Exchange.

    Chocolate Puma are two of The Netherlands’ most celebrated electronic producers. With a career spanning 20 years, 200-odd releases and countless remixes under their various guises, this duo cannot be underestimated when it comes to their influence on European dance music.

    You might also know them under the names Zki and Dobre, Jark Prongo, The Good Men or just plain old Rene et Gaston. Over the last few years, Chocolate Puma and leading house label Defected Records have enjoyed a close relationship. Their latest projects contain remixes for Kaskade, Norman Doray, Major Lazer and collaborations with Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano and Firebeatz.

    When you experience a Chocolate Puma DJ set, three quarters of the tracks they play will be produced or remixed by them, while the rest is made up of personal edits of some of their favourite tracks. Rene and Gaston continue to stand for quality in a music scene littered with mediocrity, setting ever higher standards for their own production and inspiring new generations of producers with every beat, bass thump and joyously raised hand. Chocolate Puma are a benchmark for excellence, hard-work and talent; long may they continue to fly the flag.

  • Epic Prydz Brings Epic To North America

    Eric Prydz

    This October and November Eric Prydz will bring his 3D hologram based concert show Epic to North America. It is the first time Epic has ever traveled outside of the UK, Eric has only performed three previous Epic events ever. Epic will visit NYC, Chicago and Los Angeles in October.

    A journey through Prydz many aliases, Epic is a narrative told through sight and sound. The first Epic shows truly captured the imagination of the dance community, leaving those who attended feeling they had seen something special, unique and fleeting, and those who didn’t wondering if they would ever get another chance to witness the phenomenon. See the teaser video below:

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    This North America Epic tour represents a culmination of everything Prydz has been working on for the last two years. Musically he has been crafting new tunes in the studio specific to this Epic concert tour, while the show’s creative and technical designers, Immersive Ltd have been tirelessly evolving the Epic show for its next chapter.

    When Epic debuted in London in 2011 it was the first dance event in the world to use 3D holograms. Those holograms, in conjunction with enormous custom built projection surfaces, rotational 3D mapping and laser displays, meant Epic was like no DJ show that had been seen before, taking Immersive Ltd over 18 months to design, animate and build. Since the last show in 2012, Immersive and Prydz have been working on evolving the Epic show into new format, introducing high-resolution LED parts and extending the media and concept deeper and further.

    [quote]When I DJ I try and take people on a journey,” said Prydz. “I like an environment that’s stripped down, and allows the music to speak for itself. Epic is something else, we’re expanding the narrative – it’s a concert show. With the holograms, the lasers and the visuals, I am able to tell a story on many different levels. It’s taken us two years to get to this point, Epic has been evolving and changing, as we work to improve the fan experience, and deepen the ties between the music and the visuals,” added Prydz. “Epic is a one-time show, after this run we will sit down and it will change again. Once you’ve seen it, it will be gone.[/quote]

    Epic Tour Dates
    Tickets on sale Friday Aug 23:
    10/18 & 19 NYC at Hammerstein Ballroom
    11/9 Los Angeles at Hollywood Palladium
    11/29 Chicago at Aragon Ballroom

  • Peelander-Z Recreates Metal Era For Upcoming Album “Metalander-Z”

    Going in a different direction than we’re used to, the Japanese punk band Peelander-Z handsomely combs the hair metal era for their upcoming album “Metalander-Z”. Equipped with 10-tracks and a killer lead single titled “Ride On The Shooting Star”, you’re sure to add to your diverse playlist. Hear the first single from their ninth studio album since 1998. You’re going to love. Two years ago, we had the great experience of seeing them perform live at Webster Hall. They have one of the best shows in the business, punk or otherwise. It’s interactive, and if you’re out of shape, you might want to get into shape before heading to their show. You’ll bust an untimely sweat in the midst of dancing to the infectious rock guitars or being danced on. You choose. Metalander-Z is set to release on September 10. See you in line.

    Peelander-Z On Tour

    09/11 Pittsburgh, PA @ 31st St. Pub
    09/12 Toledo, OH @ Frankie’s
    09/13 Canton, OH @ The Auricle
    09/15 Chicago, IL @ Riot Fest 1:10PM
    09/17 Fargo, ND @ The Aquarium
    09/19 Madison, WI @ The Frequency
    09/20 Ames, IA @ The Maintenance Shop
    09/22 Denver, CO @ Riot Fest 1:10PM
    09/26 Norman, OK @ Opolis
    09/27 Dallas, TX @ Three Links
    09/28 Austin, TX @ Mohawk
    10/25 Jefferson, LA @ House of Shock Haunted House
    10/26 Mobile, AL @ Alabama Music Box

    For more Peelander-Z, just click here.

  • Adrian Lux Releases New M4SONIC Remix Video for “Damaged”

    Adrian Lux

    Ultra Music premieres an official video for M4SONIC’s remix of Adrian Lux’s single, “Damaged.” The 21-year-old Australian producer takes the remix to another level by using his personal touch on the Novation Launchpad. The video unveils a stunning display of how music works with technology while M4SONIC plays simultaneously on four Novation Launchpads in User 1 mode.

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    Last week, M4SONIC gave fans an exclusive look at the video while making his debut live performance alongside dance music’s head honcho, Kaskade, as a part of a private event to launch the new Motorola Moto X smartphone in New York City.

    As he gears up for his sophomore full-length album release on Ultra Music, Adrian Lux releases an official “Damaged” Remix Package featuring Marcus Schossow’s “Ibiza Love Remix”, Bottai and M4SONIC — now available on iTunes.

    During the past year the young Grammy nominated producer, Adrian Lux has become a mainstage fixture while playing at festivals including Coachella, Ultra and EDC Chicago and Las Vegas. Adrian Lux recently played with Cirque-influenced indie rock royalty Empire of the Sun at MTV Iggy’s Event in New York City and returned on Saturday, July 20 to sell out Webster Hall’s 1,500 capacity Grand Ballroom. See below for his upcoming show dates on The Damaged Tour.

    Adrian Lux On The Damaged Tour:

    Saturday 8/10/2013 Houston, TX Stereo Live
    Friday 8/16/2013 Las Vegas, NV Surrender
    Saturday 8/17/2013 Chicago, IL The MID
    Sunday 8/22/2013 Miami, FL LIV MIAMI

    For more Adrian Lux, just click here.

  • Icona Pop Share Album Details

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    Icona Pop’s highly anticipated debut album is set for release on September 24 via Record Company Ten / Big Beat Records. It features the duo’s hit single I Love It featuring Charli XCX, along with many new tracks destined to dictate your playlists upon first listen. The next official U.S. single from their forthcoming LP was confirmed last week via the bands Twitter feed. The track is entitled All Night and will be available for purchase and streaming from today. Listen to the track here.

    As the duo prepare for their first North American, all-girl, headlining Iconic Tour this summer with k.flay and Sirah, Aino Jawo and Caroline Hjelt continue to make U.S. chart history with their smash single I Love It featuring Charli XCX. The track, still dominating the charts, has now been officially RIAA Certified Double Platinum, selling more than 2 million copies in the United States alone, and recently knocked Robin Thicke off of the #1 position in the UK Charts this month. Click to here to watch Robin Thicke perform his own version of “I Love It” taped live for the BBC earlier this month.

    The Iconic Tour Dates (new dates added)
    08/02 – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza Festival
    08/03 – Toronto, ON – The Grove Music Festival
    08/04 – Montreal, QC – Osheaga Festival
    08/12 – Asheville, NC – Orange Peel*
    08/13 – Nashville, TN – Exit / In*
    08/14 – Atlanta, – Masquerade*
    08/16 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues*
    08/17 – Miami, FL – Grand Central*
    08/18 – Tampa, FL – The Ritz Ybor*
    08/20 – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues*
    08/21 – Houston, TX – Fitzgerald’s*
    08/23 – Austin, TX – Emo’s East*
    08/24 – Dallas, TX – House of Blues*
    08/27 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory*
    08/29 – Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre*
    08/30 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore*
    08/31 – Seattle, WA – Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival
    09/03 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom*
    09/04 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom*
    09/06 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Complex*
    09/07 – Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre*
    09/08 – St – St. Louis, MO – LouFest
    09/10 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theatre*
    09/12 – Chicago, IL – Metro*
    09/14 – Detroit, MI – Laneway Festival
    09/15 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues*
    09/19 – Boston, MA – Paradise*
    09/20 – New York, NY – Webster Hall*
    09/22 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of the Living Arts*
    09/25 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg*
    *w/ k.flay & Sirah

  • Interview: Little Black Diamond

    Little Black Diamond

    Little Black Diamond: From fashion to festivals and everything in between.

    According to the dictionary the name Diamond is derived from the ancient Greek word (adámas), which means “proper”, “unbreakable”, and “untamed”. This definition is synonymous with Adrienne Shon and her company Little Black Diamond. LBD is a clothing line that features colorful dance and nature themed pieces that can be worn during the music festival season. With the current state of music being geared toward the rise in popularity of Electronic Dance Music, better known as EDM, this year has boasted more music festivals than ever before. Tommorowland (Belgium), Hard Summer (Los Angeles), Electronic Zoo (New York), Ultra (Miami), Movement (Detroit), Lights All Night (Texas) and Electric Daisy Carnival (Las Vegas) just to name a few. When speaking to Adrienne about what inspired her to create a company geared toward the dance music scene, I remember her lighting up with joy that can only come from an actual love for something as she explained how in awe she is with this culture. How loving, caring and accepting the people are and how she feels a sense of being home when attending festivals with many like minded individuals. We hear all about spreading Peace, Love, Unity and Respect and what Little Black Diamond does that sets them apart from other companies is that they actually deliver this in every way.

    Who is Adrienne?

    I’m a 25-year-old EDM maniac and Northwestern University graduate. I’m in love with the rave and festival scene and devote myself to the amazing people in it everyday through this brand I am creating, Little Black Diamond.

    What inspired you to create Little Black Diamond. How did the company come about?

    It always comes back to the music. It started with my obsession with Dance Dance Revolution when I was a kid. Before they released the game for PlayStation in the United States, my friends and I would hit up the local bowling alley and spend all our quarters on the DDR machine. The place was old, a little shady, and smelled like your grandparents’ house. And our beloved game was the shiniest, newest thing in there. Then, over time we discovered Darude, DJ Sammy, happy hardcore, Robert Miles. We were a bunch of nerds (still are) and not a lot of people listened to that kind of music back then.When I finally went to my first rave, I was amazed by the culture of acceptance and love in the scene. I was fresh out of the punk rock scene, at the time, and neon colored hippies trading beaded bracelets and giving out free hugs was a stark contrast to thrashing around in mosh pits. The good vibes, and upbeat tunes, and of course, the dancing pulled me in headfirst.

    Then, we went through this technological renaissance several years ago and Electronic Dance Music exploded. New artists coming up overnight, riding the wave of something we’ve never heard or experienced before. It’s really the most exciting scene to be apart of right now. My love for the scene, the beautiful people in it and all the amazing music is what inspired me to create Little Black Diamond. I can’t have a nine to five desk job, I need to be inspired by something raw and real or I just can’t do it. I slave away for the scene because the amazing people I meet inspire me to bust my ass everyday.

    What would you say is the biggest challenge for you, or your company in this line of clothing?

    I’ve been endeavoring in this for over a year now and it’s definitely like any other startup company — you start from scratch, which means I wear a lot of different hats everyday. Some days, I’m designing. Some days, I’m out schmoozing and networking. Some days, I’m taking inventory. Some days, I’m prowling for merchandise to offer in our store and some days, I’m bringing together creative minds to come up with something that will resonate with people in the scene, which I love. The biggest challenge is not having enough hours in the day. But I’m definitely happy in my pursuits. I wouldn’t want things any other way.

    Where can we find your clothing?

    We have a pretty online storefront at LittleBlackDiamond.com. We also vend at events on occasion, which I enjoy because I get to meet all kinds of crazy beautiful people in this way. We’ll be vending at Lighting in a Bottle in Temecula, California from July 11th – July 15th.

    Upon doing my research, we came across “Kandi for a Cause”. Could you tell us more about this and touch on “kandi” for those who are new to the scene or uninformed?

    Ravers make kandi out of beads, traditionally “pony beads” that you used during summer camp as a child, and trade them with one another at events. I started Kandi for a Cause because I wanted Little Black Diamond to give back to the community and spread PLUR (Peace Love Unity and Respect) outside of the festival scene. I make unique kandi, along with some amazing volunteers who devote their time and resources to help the cause, and sell them for charity. We donate 100% of the profits to the National Foundation for Autism Research. Selling kandi is generally frowned upon in rave culture, but I feel raising money for charity justifies it. I’ve had a lot of positive feedback for Kandi for a Cause, and have exciting developments in the works to help further our charity efforts.

    What’s next for Little Black Diamond?

    We have several new designs in the queue that I’m stoked about. I’m always looking for designers to work with, so there’s some super fresh stuff  in the oven that we’re creating with amazing young talent. As I mentioned, we’re planning to move further with Kandi for a Cause. More accessories are in the works, especially for dudes, and we’ll be vending at Lightning in a Bottle from July 11th – July 15th. It’s gonna be a trill time!

    Little Black Diamond

    Name the last 5 songs that you have listened to.

    Norin & Rad – Bloom (I’ve been listening to this every day lately, it’s so invigorating and refreshing and just makes me feel like a fresh bitch)
    Chromeo – Bonafide Lovin’ (The RAC remix)
    Justice – Audio Video Disco (Live)
    Pretty Lights – Hot Like Sauce
    Seven Lions – She Was

    What are your personal feelings toward the rise of Electronic Dance Music?

    I’m all for it. People who complain about more assholes entering the scene as EDM rises in popularity need to accept responsibility for their scene. They need to realize that only we are responsible for passing on the culture of acceptance and love. Also, this weird recent culture of rejecting an artist simply because they are popular is just laughable. We should celebrate the artists who become popular yet remain true to their craft. The more, the merrier!

    Who are your favorite artists: DJs and Producers?

    I could blather on for hours about this, but right now I’m vibing really hard on this old school throwback funk resurgence. I was overjoyed when Kaskade returned to his chill, deep house roots and the most beautiful sets of my life were magicked into reality by Pretty Lights. I love how they sample very old, very soulful tracks and produce a funky-sexy, intense and deep (yet calculated) sound. And I’m obsessed with Seven Lions. I loved his set with Porter Robinson at the Palladium a few months back. Jeff Montalvo has amazing hair. Have you seen him head-bang during his sets? Looks like a fucking shampoo commercial. But anyway, I love his music because it’s the perfect balance of mystical trance and grinding dub step.

    Seeing as your company creates looks that are geared toward music festivals, do you personally attend music festivals? If so, which festivals? And why?

    I do! I love them. I try to attend all the big west coast Insomniac massive, because those are always a good time. I pop into the underground in Los Angeles and San Diego too. I love shuffling (as my cardio exercise, because I go to the gym but sometimes it bores me to tears) at this warehouse venue called “Somewhere Loud” on Fridays. I go for the same reasons that I started Little Black Diamond for — I love the music, I love dancing my ass off and I am intrigued by all the new people I meet in the scene. I also love how anything goes festival attire-wise. I love festivals because self-expression is encouraged.

    If you had to sum up your experiences thus far by one song. What would it be?

    I.D.G.A.F.O.S. by Dillon Francis. So many people are afraid to live the lives they envision in their heads — stop giving a fuck or a shit and just go for it! You will be much happier in your pursuits, working towards transforming yourself into the person you’ve always wished you could be. Also I just love Dillon Francis. The man is a comedic genius, definitely the artist that makes me laugh the most right now.

    Any parting words for the readers of GrungeCake?

    Do not fear the unknown, and do not fear failure. Failure is an inevitable part of life. Accept it, learn from it, and move on wiser than before.

    Beautifully said indeed. To catch up with Little Black Diamond, be sure to look for them at Lighting in a Bottle in Temecula, California and dance with Adrienne for us. She’s so amazing!

    For more about Little Black Diamond, just click here.

  • Photos: Stacy Keibler Joins Eddie Bauer at the Mountain Games in Vail

    Last week, Stacy Keibler attended the country’s largest celebration of adventure sports, music, and the mountain lifestyle. Professional and amateur outdoor adventure athletes from the Vail Valley and around the world will converge upon the mountains and rivers of Vail to compete in nine sports and 25 disciplines including: x-country, slopestyle and road cycling, freestyle, 8-Ball, sprint and extreme kayaking, raft cross, World Cup Bouldering, stand up paddle sprint and surf cross, as well as trail, mud and road running, dog comps and the Ultimate Mountain Challenge. In addition to the athletic events, the GoPro Mountain Games will include a mountain photography competition, adventure film school, film festival, an interactive exhibition and demo area, live music, and mountain lifestyle parties.

    *The Mountain Games are a project of the Vail Valley Foundation. All photos courtesy of Stacy Keibler and Eddie Bauer.

    Stacy Keibler at GoPro
    Stacy Keibler, former professional wrestler and valet, (WCW and WWE).
    Stacy speaking with Eddie Bauer guide Lel Tone after the stand up paddle boarding event.
    Stacy speaking with Eddie Bauer guide Lel Tone after the stand up paddle boarding event.
    Stacy Keibler gets snow cone.
    Stacy Keibler gets snow cone.
    Stacy at the Slackline World Championship
    Stacy at the Slackline World Championship.
    Stacy and her friend watching kids practice stand up paddle boarding at a demo pool.
    Stacy and her friend watching kids practice stand up paddle boarding at a demo pool.

  • Floridian Jacuzzi Boys “Double Vision” With New Single

    Welcome to the groove theory…

    Jacuzzi Boys

    New kids on the awesome sand block get all groovy on us with their new rad single “Double Vision” from eponymous album set to release September 10, sure to make you feel like you are on a wave or two. Get your feet wet and listen to the lovely, feel good song with stammering chorus via this link.

    In addition, you can see Jacuzzi Boys perform live at Mercury Lounge on June 20th and Brooklyn Bowl on June 21st in New York City, respectively with Alabama surfrockers Man or Astro-man?. See you there!

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  • Crystal Castles Confirms Tour Dates With Depeche Mode This Fall

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    From headlining their own U.S. tour to confirmed performances at Governor’s Ball, Lollapalooza and Glastonbury Festival this year, Crystal Castles, the producer and vocalist duo just confirmed Depeche Mode for U.S. tour dates this fall and promises third official “Affection” will release sometime next month.

    Crystal Castles

    (III) is available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and in most record stores across the U.S.

    North America Tour Dates – Buy Tickets
    04/17 – Tabernacle – Atlanta, GA
    04/19 – House of Blues – New Orleans, LA
    04/20 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
    04/21 – Austin Music Hall – Austin, TX
    04/22 – House of Blues – Dallas, TX
    04/24 – Marquee Theater – Phoenix, AZ
    04/25 – Fox Theater – Pomona, CA
    04/26 – Hollywood Palladium – Los Angeles, CA
    04/27 – Fox Theater – San Francisco, CA
    04/29 – Roseland Ballroom – Portland, OR
    04/30 – Moore Theater – Seattle, WA
    05/02 – Gothic Theater – Denver, CO
    05/03 – Liberty Hall – Lawrence, KS
    05/05 – First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
    05/06 – Turner Hall – Milwaukee, WI
    05/07 – House of Blues – Cleveland, OH
    05/09 – Mr. Smalls – Pittsburgh, PA
    05/10 – NorVa – Norfolk, VA
    05/11 – Ram’s Head – Baltimore, MD
    05/13 – House of Blues – Boston, MA
    06/07 – Governors Ball Music Festival – New York, NY
    08/02,3,4 – Lollapallooza Festival – Chicago, IL
    09/22 – Sleep Train Amphitheater – San Diego, CA*
    09/24 – Santa Barbara County Bowl – Santa Barbara, CA*
    09/26 – Shoreline Amphitheater – Mountain View, CA*
    More date TBA * with Depeche Mode – Tickets

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