As some of you know, we used to run a little record label in Chicago called LLR Recordings. The label is dead and gone but some branches of our family tree are still alive and well.
In 2002, we were obsessed with a band called Gatsbys American Dream from Seattle, Washington. The record we stumbled upon was “Ribbons & Sugar”. We were huge fans. To this day, I still refer to it as the best record you haven’t heard. Do yourself a huge favor and find it.
In our eyes, this was a huge band. We probably thought they were huge because we loved it so much and thought “how could people not love this?”. We were looking to book a few shows for The Academy (before the Is…) and struck up a conversation with Bobby Darling, guitar player of Gatsbys American Dream, on AOL instant messenger. I believe we talked for about 5-6 hours the first conversation because we had so much in common about music and thoughts on how record labels should treat bands, etc. Within a few days of talking, we decided that we should work together.
We put out their EP entitled “In The Land Of Lost Monsters” in July of the following year. Click here to download “In The Land Of Lost Monsters” for FREE! It was our final release as a label. I am so proud to say I have had anything to do with their legacy and that they had a big part of our legacy. The band disbanded after 2 more great records unfortunately. Maybe we can convince them to do another record at some point. Keep your fingers crossed tight.
Anyways, the whole back story is about how amazing the people in this band were. They gave us little guys a real shot to work with something because we were truly passionate about their band and music. Ever since, Bobby Darling has been an amazing friend of ours. He has a new project on deck and it’s called Places and Numbers. Click the album cover with his big head on it below to download his EP for free. Also, check out his myspace to check out his tour dates. Please go support his project and at the very least have a great conversation about music.
Awhile back, we were approached about becoming a part of a brand new store. The reason we’re so honored to be a part of it is the other brands that make up the stock. We’re huge fans of Crooks & Castles, Gold Coin, Society and Upper Playground to name a few! Make sure to head to the store (click the banner) and check them all out.
We’ve been made permanent. A few of our closest friends (and fans) have taken their love and our friendship to the next level. This is the most flattering act I’ve been a part of and to them we say thank you.
This is something we’ve always wanted to do with our “brand”. We always wanted it to stand for much more than a clothing line and be a symbol of true friendship. That’s what we were created from and it’s nice to see our best friends feel the same exact way. Also, everyone is invited. (More pictures coming soon)
Nick Santino of A Rocket To The Moon.
William Beckett of The Academy Is… and Remember Maine
Our good friends in This Providence are about halfway through their tour with Motion City Soundtrack, Set Your Goals and The Swellers. I was lucky enough to get to see them headline in Chicago last week. They were able to play some songs from their current record, Who Are You Now?, that I had never seen live. Please make sure to head out to the remaining dates if you are in the cities below because every band is amazing (and very different). Note: Check out the beautiful Snakes & Suits woven Mr. Dan Young is wearing in the photo above.
02/03/2010 New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
02/04/2010 Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre
02/05/2010 Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
02/06/2010 Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall
02/07/2010 Wilmington, NC @ The Soapbox
02/08/2010 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
02/10/2010 Dallas, TX @ The Door
02/11/2010 Austin, TX @ Emo’s
02/14/2010 Los Angeles, CA @ House Of Blues
02/15/2010 Anaheim, CA @ House Of Blues
02/16/2010 San Francisco, CA @ Grand Ballroom
The Friday Night Boys’ new music video for ‘Stupid Love Letter’ premieres today on mtvU and mtvU.com! Watch it above and get the song on FNB’s debut full-length album Off The Deep End or on the When In Rome Soundtrack.
We are going to be sold in a new upstart store and they need some models in LA to shoot some product. See the info below!
Please include your height, weight and shirt size in your email to us.
Details:
- Men should be a size Medium or Large
- Women should be a size Small
- Ideally be between 18 and 30 years old
- Tattoos are fine
- Photos with hats are fine
- Previous modeling experience is not necessary, just an outgoing personality
- Photo shoots are in downtown LA, must have your own transportation
More info here: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/tlg/1552223981.html
Email modelsubmissionla@gmail.com if you’re interested.
