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Something Corporate announced this morning (through a youtube video) they will indeed take the stage at Bamboozle LEFT.  Since 2004 Something Corporate has been on some form of hiatus.  Something Corporate fans across the country have been hoping for a reunion.  Well today all your dreams will come true!  Bamboozle LEFT takes place in Anaheim, CA on March 27 & 28, perfect for a spring break trip.  Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 3pm through TheBamboozle.com.  So hurry up and book your flight and get your tickets, they will go fast!

Runner Runner

Runner Runner is a powerpop rock band from Huntington Beach, CA. They may be beach bums on their days off but they sure do keep busy with touring and recording. You may think you have never heard of Runner Runner but if you’re a fan of All Time Low you are already familiar with them! The boys of ATL asked Runner Runner to sing gang vocals on their last two full length albums. I was able to interview guitarist, Nick Bailey recently.

Hey Nick! Growing up in California do you all surf?
“Do we ever! We were just out this morning in macking 8-10ft waves, no lie!

What are some of your favorite things to do at home when not working on music?
“Surfing! Me and Jon surf everyday before the studio! Its so fun!!! Also, we like to eat yummy mexican food, cali has the best!”

Before Runner Runner I’m sure you guys had to work some interesting jobs to make money! What are some jobs you had as teenagers?
“I was a lifegaurd at a pool, ryan and jon worked at a pizza shop, peter worked at a doctors office, and james worked at a golf course.”

How did you choose the name Runner Runner?
“It means against the odds. We are taking over no matter how tough the odds. Plus we all play cards and its a popular saying. Oh and we like the idea of RR for a logo. We have lots of ideas for our merchandise and branding the name!”

How would you describe your sound?
“Pop with some rock and electro, Jimmy Eat World meets Metro Station.”

What are Runner Runner’s future plans for the rest of the year?
“We are working on a record now and have tour plans for the fall. Some dates with Cartel in October and working on a few other tours, wink wink!”

What are your top 3 underrated bands people need to know about?
“Electric Valentine, Green River Ordinance, The Higher.”

Favorite song to perform live?
“I love playing “so obvious” We like to come out with a bang!”

Who is this Ally girl in “Hey Ally”?
“Ally is the hypothetical girl that every guy dreams about. The one who gives you butterflies but you know you can still be yourself around them, you feel me? She may or may not also be a girl I dated and wrote the song about, haha. It’s a good thing we are still friends, that would suck to have a dream girl that you didnt like anymore…haha.”

Describe your dream tour!
“Want to tour the world with RR, every country, I would LOVE to go out with Boys Like Girls.”

Does anyone in the band have a weird talent?
“Peter can say the alphabet backwards.”

Who is the smelliest in band?
“Hmmm, we all keep ourselves pretty fresh. Maybe our beloved guitar tech, hes pretty stinky!”

Who sleeps the most?

“Ryan.”

Who flirts the most?

“Jon.”

Who can eat the most?
“James.”

Who can drink the most?
“James.”

Tell me about Runner Runner’s involvement in Kill Brand Clothing!
“We love Kill! We started the line “Kids Into Living Life” as a new line to the brand. Me and Ryan are also reps so we help the brand get into more stores!!! Go get a kids into living life shirt today!!!”

Favorite lyric from any song.
“The Texas sky is the biggest one i’ve seen but it still ain’t big enough for you and me”- Miranda Lambert

When and where was your first Runner Runner show at? How many people were there?
“It was at this rad bar in the OC called Slidbar last summer and it was packed we sold it out!”

Favorite Rider item?
“Veggie tray! You are what you eat!!! Does that mean I’m a carrot? Haha bad joke!”

Favorite Movie you could watch over and over again?
“The Lost Boys…love vampires!”

Are there any projects your currently working on that you would like to share?
“Yes! working on tons of new RR jams and have been writing a ton of songs with friends too: Andrew (Friday Night Boys), Alex (All Time Low), AJ (Lit), Timmy (Ima Robot). We are always writing so keep an ear out for RR songs!!!!”

“Thanks! RR 4 life!!!” – Nick Bailey

So you’re going to Warped…AWESOME! Now who should you check out once you’re there? I’ve got you covered. Warped is awesome because you are exposed to so many bands you have never heard of. Warped makes it easy for musicans and fans to connect. Loved Bayside’s set? Just head on over to their tent and pick up a cd and meet the band. Here are the 5 bands you have to check out!

1. VersaEmerge - Port St. Lucie, FL

Check out Florida’s best kept secret till now, VersaEmerge. They are playing on the Ernie Ball Stage all summer long. They may be young but they will blow you away. They bring many unique sounds to their music, which sets them apart. Sierra Kusterbeck’s dynamic vocals will be soothe, excite, and leave you wanting more. This past January VersaEmerge signed to Fueled by Ramen (Paramore, The Academy Is…). Since then they have been touring constantly winning fans over. VersaEmerge’s Myspace

2. Sing It Loud – Minneapolis, MN

This fun, spunky, powerpop band from the Ice lands of MinneSNOWta, will get you dancing and moving. Their tracks are heartfelt love songs that are relatable to any teenager. I will admit I have a soft spot for bassist, Nate Flynn (he’s so cute!) He has so much energy; every single show I have seen he is drenched in sweat with a smile on his face. All the guys from Sing It Loud will make you feel like it’s your day. You can truly see they love what they are doing! Sing It Loud\’s Myspace

3. TAT – London, UK

TAT is made up of 3 very talented musicians: Tatiana DeMaria (lead vox/lead guitar), Nick Kent (bass), and Jake Reed (drums). What sets this band apart from others is the fact that Tatiana masters the guitar while blasting her powerful, in your face vocals. If you were just listening to their music you might think the band has 5 or even 6 members. It’s insane that they can perform such a high energy set with only 3 people, 6 hands, and 30 fingers. This London based trio sure knows how to put on an entertaining show. Just take a look at some of their videos. They never hold back, which then leads to huge leaps off amps, drums, and anything else Tatiana can find. You can see the chemistry and friendship this band has, its undeniable.  TAT’s Myspace

4. You, Me At Six – Weybridge, Surrey

This punk-pop band calls Weybridge, Surrey home. They will join the Warped Tour on August 1. Come out and welcome they back to the states. This 5-piece crew knows how to showcase their talents with their music. Lead singer, Josh Franceschi, has a smooth voice that intrigues anyone willing to take a listen to their love anthems. Just like anyone other teenager they experience hook-ups, break-ups, and of course make-ups. This influences their lyrics and makes them appealing to a wide audience. They are just fun-loving guys living their dream and making the most of it. You Me At Six’s Myspace

5. TV/TV – New York, NY

The boys of TV/TV are from the big city of New York, New York. Growing up in the city has exposed them to many types of music. It’s hard to put TV/TV in a specific genre. Some songs are powerpop, others are indie, they even show a glimpse of dance/pop. You might be surprised to hear TV/TV is currently unsigned. Their presence on the Vans Warped Tour has helped them expose their name and music to thousands and thousands of Warped Tour goers. I don’t see them being unsigned for too much longer. Come out and catch their set and see for yourself. Expect big things from Josh, Matt, Doc, and Killah very soon! TV/TV’s Myspace

Here are just some quick suggestions on what to bring to Warped!

1. Sunscreen – You might think it will make you look uncool, but what’s cool about being burnt to a crisp.

2. Cheap Sunglasses – Protect your eyes, but don’t bring your new Gucci sunglasses you may loose them in the pit.

3. Tennis Shoes – You WILL look absolutely rediculus if you wear flip-flops or even worse, heels. There is a time and place for those but it’s not Warped Tour.

4. Charged Phone/Charged Camera – Don’t get to Warped and find out that your camera is dead. Your phone will come in handy when trying to hook back up with your crew.

5. Know who you want to see – Find out who is playing your date and make a list to bring to Warped. Once you get there you can find out when and what stage they are playing. You don’t want to miss Forever the Sickest Kids!

6. Cash - Think about all the sweet bands you are going to see! You’ll have to pick up some CDs and merch!

Hope this helps!

Paramore is one of the biggest bands to hit the pop/punk music scene. After their sophomore effort with Riot, they exploded on to MTV and into the airwaves. Don’t get me wrong I love “Riot” but for those of you who just jumped on the Paramore train, please go check out their debut album, “All We Know is Falling.” It’s like finding 10 Paramore tracks just laying around! haha Definitely check out the tracks Emergency and Here We Go Again. They are up-beat and will getting you dancing.You will notice a track entitled “Franklin” it is written for and about their hometown, Franklin, Tennessee. These tracks will hook you, not only with the amazing lyrics but the music itself.

NEW ALBUM!! Paramore is currently in post-production for their new album. (Rumored to be called “Better Luck Next Time”) After the success of Riot, you wonder what the album with sound like. So far it seems that Paramore is going a little heavier. This is what lead guitarist, Josh Farro, said about the upcoming album. “Because Riot! was pretty ‘same’ the entire record. There wasn’t a lot of dynamic. I think this record definitely has that. We have an acoustic song, we have the pretty songs, and then we’ve got the midtempo and the heavy ones. … It’s a good mixture.” If you get a chance to see Paramore this summer, on tour with No Doubt, then you will get a sneak peek of what’s to come on the upcoming album. The album will drop this September. No single has been released yet but definitely keep your ears open for it.

NEW MEMBER!! If you have ever seen a Paramore show you will know who Taylor York is. Or at least saw him. He plays guitar for the band while they are touring. Taylor has been touring the with band for over two years now, but just recently Paramore officially added Taylor to the line up. Here is what Paramore wrote about the new addition:

“EVERYONE!!!! The members of Paramore have a special announcement to make: We recognize the fact that it’s way overdue. Oh well. Today is the day. The four of us (Hayley, Zac, Josh and Jeremy) are proud to announce that Taylor York, a touring member of Paramore for over 2 years, is now an official member of the band!

In case you don’t know…and you probably don’t…Taylor has been around since the very early days of Paramore. Perhaps even before we began. He actually helped write some of our “fan-favorite” songs such as “Conspiracy” off our debut record, All We Know Is Falling and “That’s What You Get” from RIOT! So as you can see, there really isn’t anyone else we could find who would fit in quite the same.

So, without further ado, we give you… the newest and final addition to Paramore: TAYLOR BENJAMIN YORK :l”

Check out everything Paramore at their Myspace Page and their official site: Paramore.Net

Don’t forget to catch the band all summer long on tour with No Doubt!

Also Follow Hayley, Jeremy, and Taylor on Twitter:

Hayley – @yelyahwilliams

Jeremy – @schzimmydeanie

Taylor – @itstayloryall

SHUTUP AND DANCE

Shutup and Dance Myspace Page

Wanna hear the best UNSIGNED band out there right now? Well I’m going to tell you anyway! Ready? Shutup and Dance! This powerpop/punk band calls Orlando, Florida home. When not spending time in the sun this six piece crew is found rocking Florida to the max. Their sound is up-beat with strong guitar progressions and catchy keyboard arrangements. Having two vocalists really sets this band apart. Shauna (lead vox) and Greg (guitar/vox) play off of each other with fearless lyrics to create an intriguing sound. First check out their song “Let this be a Lesson”. This track will get stuck in your head and you will be frequently visiting their myspace page to get your fix. “Not Looking for Love” is a track that again reveals powerful guitar progressions that make you want to ROCK. Shutup and Dance is currently unsigned…but not for long. Which ever label gets lucky enough to sign them knows what good music is.

I recently interviewed Greg from Shutup and Dance! He was recovering from getting a tooth pulled Check out how they got their name and what the story is behind their track, Let this Be a Lesson!

How did you guys come up with the name Shutup and Dance?

“We got our name from The movie Wayne’s World, at the end of the movie, Aerosmith shows up and plays a song called “Shut Up and Dance”. You gotta watch it to get the full effect though.We thought we’d be different and spell it as Shutup and Dance. Makes us seem a little more unique than we really are … or it just makes it seem like we don’t know how to spell. However you want to take it.”

How long has Shutup and Dance been rockin’?

“Our Current line up has been around since October of 2008, with the exception of our drummer, Mike, who was recently added about a month or two ago.”

How do you describe Shutup and Dance’s sound?

“Our sound is often described as Dance/Pop/Rock but we are always writing and venturing out into different genre’s… we don’t limit ourselves in any way.”

What are the band’s influences?

“Our influences range anywhere from church hymns to Slipknot and everything in between. Most of us have been playing for many years and listen to all sorts of stuff, so to list them would take forever.”

If you could play a show with anyone, who would it be?

“I can only speak for myself on this one, but if I could play a show with anyone, it’d be Weezer.”

Living in Florida I’m sure you guys get to the beach, who gets the worst sunburn?

“I’m not sure who would get the worst sunburn… Shauna definitely gets the most sun out of all of us, however Chad is the whitest of us all and would probably burn the easiest.”

Lets hear the guilty pleasures?

“Personally, my current guilty pleasure is Taylor Swift.”

Everyone has to eat, what’s your favorite food?

“My favorite food is Won Ton Soup.”

Mario Kart vs. Donkey Kong.

“Mario Kart, all the way.”

What TV show did you watch as a young tot?

“As a kid, I watched a lot of Rescue 911.”

Who stole your concert V-card?

“I can’t quite remember my first concert, it must not have been very good.”

The song, Let this Be a Lesson is awesome! What’s the story behind it?

“Ah, the story behind “Let This Be A Lesson”….Well, I won’t give any names, but one of our band members’ parents are going through a divorce due to some infidelity. So yes, its about a specific situation. It was the very first song we wrote.”

How old is everyone in the band?

“Shauna is 27, (believe it or not) I (Greg) am 24, Chad is 24, Kyle is 21, Joey is 21, and Mike is the baby at 19.”

Any weird talents?

“As far as weird talents… I can fold a piece of paper into a polo t-shirt.”
Check out all of Shutup and Dance’s music, pictures, and videos at their Myspace Page!!!

And follow them on Twitter: @teamshutup

Shauna: @shaunadance

Greg: @gregmakesmusic

Chad: @shutupandchad

Joey: @joeydance

Mike: @mikeaxion