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Jay Reatard Matador Singles November 2008 Press information

November 19, 2008 /
JAY REATARD
MATADOR SINGLES ‘08
The New Album Released On October 6th 2008
Every month for the last six months, Matador Records have been releasing a limited 7” by a new signing to the label, namely Memphis boywonder Jay Reatard.
The 7”s have generated more and more attention with each release, but each one has been put out in a progressively more limited run, starting with 3,500 worldwide for single #1 and ending with only 400 copies of single #6 (released September 9th). Each release has differed from the last (be it on clear and coloured vinyl, a split 7” or a picture disc) and all have sold out instantly upon release.
This collection, Matador Singles ’08, features all six singles (with the exception of Deerhunter’s cover of Jay’s ‘Oh, It’s Such A Shame’ that appears on single #4) and is compiled in chronological order. It not only caters for those who aren’t so bothered about collecting and those who missed out on the 7”s the first time round but is also an outstanding album in its own right.
Every song is a perfect snarling pop-punk gem, but the collection evolves interestingly (and erratically) from punk to pop. As Pitchfork said on the subject, “In this short space of time, Reatard has cranked out more memorable songs than some acts do in their whole careers.”
In addition to the singles, this album also features the extra track, ‘I’m Watching You’, Jay’s attempt to write a song in the style of Kiwi songsmiths The Tall Dwarfs, which uses the word “c*nt.” He succeeds.
Jay is already working on his debut album proper for Matador and plans on releasing it in the New Year. He’s next back with his band to the UK to perform their frenetic live sets in November.
FOR PRESS INFORMATION, CONTACT 
RICH AT MATADOR RECORDS
0208 870 9912 /  HYPERLINK “mailto:richwalker@4ad.com” richwalker@4ad.com

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Meet the Creative Industries from Canada in Birmingham

November 18, 2008 /

Meet the Creative Industries from Canada tomorrow morning (Wednesday 19th november 2008)

Just a reminder at 10 45 am tomorrow Birmingham Chamber of Commerce International Trade team welcome the Creative Industries inward misson from Ontario, Canada. Its an excellent opportunity to meet Cannadian firms.

It’s free, please just turn up or ping an email to Jonathan Webber to confirm your attendence. Its an excellent networking opportunity supported by AWM.  Buffet lunch incl.

Hope to see you there

Kind regards

Paul
Tel:  + 44 7880 73 60 60 reply to;Paul.Birch@RevolverRecords.com

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THE GLEE CLUB, BIRMINGHAM November 2008 update

November 18, 2008 /

THE GLEE CLUB, BIRMINGHAM
THE MIDLANDS’ PREMIER COMEDY VENUE
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0871 472 0400 www.glee.co.uk | +18
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“THE GLEE’LL FIX IT FOR YOU…”
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Now then now then. When times get hard if you can’t get a silver haired, medallion wearing old dude to fix it then we can. Especially if your fix is a dang good night of live comedy…in December…at prices that won’t cause you to come out in a nasty recession rash. Shopping – thumbs down – drinking and laughing – double thumbs up!

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CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS AT THE GLEE CLUB.
FESTIVE PARTY KICKS WITHOUT BREAKING ANY MORE BANKS!
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Looking for a riot of laughter and festive good times? Then look no further. Dates and prices whatever your budget listed below. Glee Club Christmas Party Nights kick off on Thu 04 Dec and run throughout December. To be honest we’d struggle to cram any more festive giggles into one night! Including a scrumptious seasonal meal, 3 top stand-up comics handpicked from the cream of the UK and International circuit all rounded off by the Glee Club Late Bar and Disco after the show it’s a seriously good way to let your hair down.

This year Christmas Party Nights are also available without the meal option. Priced to sell so book early to avoid disappointment. Details below.

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NEW FOR CHRISTMAS 2008!
OUT TO LUNCH CHRISTMAS PARTY – FRI 19 DEC (AFTERNOON SHOW)
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Is there anything more satisfying than a leisurely, boozy Christmas lunch? Yes! Add 3 of the finest comics from the top of the comedy circuit, live and onstage in the Midland’s premier comedy venue and you’ve got a clear winner. So c’mon workers, unite! Lock the boss in the stationary cupboard, take the phones off the hook, knock-off early and head to The Glee! Get Out To Lunch! Will you go back to the office…or will you stay out all afternoon?

OUT TO LUNCH CHRISTMAS PARTY:
A sumptuous seasonal meal + 3 top live stand-up comics.
£29.50/£29. Doors 12 noon.

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EXTRA STUDIO COMEDY SHOWS ADDED IN DECEMBER
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Thought you’d missed out on those premium comedy nights in December right? Wrong – extra Studio Comedy Shows have been added for Fri 05 Dec, Fri 12 Dec, Sat 13 Dec, Fri 19 Dec, Sat 20 Dec. Please book early, they’re flying. Details below.

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CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT UPDATE
WED 17 DEC – EXTRA SPACES RELEASED!
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We’ve now got availability on Wed 17 Dec for Christmas Party Night bookings both With Meal and Without Meal. Get the full monty (meal, comedy, late bar + disco) for £29.50/£29 or join us for the live comedy and late dancing for just £19/£18.50.

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FULL CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT & COMEDY SHOW LISTINGS FOR DECEMBER
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IF YOU PLAN TO JOIN US IN DECEMBER PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. MANY SHOWS ARE SOLD OUT AND AVAILABILITY IS DISAPPEARING BY THE DAY.

Thu 04 Dec
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Seasonal meal / 3 top comics / late bar + disco – £38/£37.50
3 top comics + late bar & disco (without meal) – £21/£20.50

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BRITISH MIDLANDS MUSIC – MIDEM 2009 Offer closes 28th November

November 17, 2008 /

BRITISH MIDLANDS MUSIC – MIDEM 2009
Offer closes 28th November;

1. Please read carefully, important information

This year we have a special price to help you offset the credit crunch. The
price is £440.00 + VAT. You will have seen this year’s price for AIM/ BPI –
alliance members, means a saving over the next least expensive option for
registrations before Dec 15th

2. Urgent 

Because of the erratic nature of currency fluctuations in recent times we
cannot guarantee to hold these prices. Therefore it is highly recommended
that you return your subsidiary applications and payments urgently. We
cannot process the applications without the accompanying payments by CHEQUE
ONLY PLEASE (payments made to BRITISH MIDLANDS MUSIC).

3. Further savings for West Midlands located companies

All UK companies are welcome to join us. If your company is located in the
West Midlands region however, there are further potential savings. These
savings are on a rebate basis and will only apply to the first number of
applications returning fully completed applications with accompanying
payments. One application per company. The rebate is currently £200 – 400
per company / delegate (adjusted according to demand). Applicants need to
apply for the “Partner export programme”. This can only be done by
completion of the attached form. Applicant will need the support of their
International Trade Advisor, contact us for details.

4. Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the rebate, companies need to complete evaluation forms
and take part in pre-event meeting and post event appraisal as a condition
of receiving the rebate. Further, firms will need to supply receipts to a
value equal to 200% of the subvention.

5. Partner export programme deadline

To be eligible for the rebate applications and payments must be made by
18.00 November 28th 2008.

We reserve the right to make adjustments to the above without prior notice.
Decision for eligibility is at the sole discretion of the organisers.
Further terms and conditions apply,

Project co-ordinator contact details:

Paul.Birch@RevolverRecords.com

T: 0121 270 0877/8 

T: 0207 096 3727 

T: 01902 345 345 

T: 01902 500 300

F: 01902 345 155

M: 07880 736 060

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Zero Tolerance Magazine 26

November 17, 2008 /

WARRIOR INTERVIEWS GIGER FOR ZERO TOLERANCE MAGAZINE

In a rare interview, Tom Gabriel Warrior, once of Celtic Frost and now heading up Triptykon, speaks to Swiss surrealist visual artist HR Giger for issue 026 of the UK’s Zero Tolerance Magazine. The interview, conducted by Warrior over two sessions at Giger’s Zurich home, is an intimate and revealing look at the artist’s life and work, which has included Oscar-winning designs for the film Alien, not to mention numerous paintings and sculptures, many of which have graced album covers such as Celtic Frost’s To Mega Therion and Heartwork by Carcass. During the interview, Giger reveals to Warrior just how he feels about the use of his art on album covers, and much more.

Warrior’s interview with Giger is the inaugural feature in the first of an all-encompassing two-part special on the relationship between extreme music and visual art. Among those sharing their thoughts on Giger and beyond are Jello Biafra, Cradle Of Filth, Darkthrone and Satyricon. The story continues in issue 027 when the murky world of censorship is laid bare.

Elsewhere, Jarboe tells us about the art of collaboration, her latest release Mahakali sees the coming together of such prolific artists as Phil Anselmo and Attila Csihar, while Six Feet Under, Psycroptic, Hammers Of Misfortune, Thyrfing, Agathocles and many others all join the action.

Issue 026 also marks the first of many contributions from Alan Averill (aka Primordial’s Nemtheanga). In his first View From The Bunker column, Alan’s feeling thoughtful about the rise to popularity of bands such as Nightwish: “When did metal become so fucking safe, so emasculated and so fucking dull and danger free? Where is the livewire energy, the danger, the rebellion, because this is one very small step from Eurovision. Even after two minutes of this I feel like I need to rinse my mouth out, it’s peeling the enamel off my teeth. I’m being force spooned treacle. This is the anti-metal, the antithesis of what shaped metal back in the late ’70s and ’80s and that a grown man can see himself in this and not hate it with every ounce of his soul confuses the hell out of me.”

ZERO TOLERANCE ISSUE 026, NOV/DEC 2008. ONSALE NOW!!! 

ZERO TOLERANCE MAGAZINE 
REPRESENTING THE SONICALLY UNACCEPTABLE 
BUY IT. READ IT. SPREAD DISSENT. 
www.ztmag.com

Since its inception in 2004, Zero Tolerance has set the agenda for extreme music, representing the sonically unacceptable without compromise, exposing the darkest, most obscure recesses of the musical imagination and celebrating its diversity. From black, death and folk metal through to industrial, noise, power electronics and neofolk, Zero Tolerance has consistently covered the music that other publications simply don’t even know about – and while they play catch-up, ZT remains several steps ahead.

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