The video debut of “Grapevine Fires”, directed by Walter Robot & the latest music video from the album Narrow Stairs.

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Panther is headed over the pond next week for their very 1st european tour. To celebrate Altin Village will be releasing a 12″ EP called The Birds. Here’s one track from the record.

“Like A Bridge On Fire” | download

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P.S. Panther is also looking for a little tour help: they are looking for a show in Strasbourg or Colmar France March 15 or 16 it could be Zurich too – if you can help please email krs@killrockstars.com

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As the subject line reads, the Press would be the sonic & performance result if the Arcade Fire & the Clash were to join forces & throw an after hours warehouse party. They definitely possess influences from bands like the Walkmen, Built to Spill, the New Pornographers & Of Montreal but like any great artists the Press let their influences guide them and not define them. Their new album due out this spring was recorded at the Fort in Brooklyn with the intention of of creating songs that are as natural & logical as they are unexpected. All the songs are very different but with a sonic & lyrical through line for fans that appreciate listening to actual albums. Check out this 2 tracks, they will be released on a 7″ in March.

“Master” | download

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“Master (Nate Mars remix)” | download

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Upcoming NY shows:

02.28 Sidewalk Cafe New York, NY
03.06 South 6th Brooklyn, NY
03.11 TT & the Bear’s Cambridge, MA
03.14 The Earl Atlanta, Georgia
03.15 Herman & Ann’s Dothan, AB
03.16 Alabama Music Box Mobile, AB
03.19 SXSW Austin, TX
03.20 SXSW Austin, TX
03.21 SXSW Austin, TX
03.22 SXSW Austin, TX
03.28 Pete’s Candy Store Brooklyn, NY
04.23 Crashing In New York, NY
05.29 Mr. Beery’s Bethpage, NY

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The song, “Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh,” is a propulsive indie pop affair, built out of synth brass, strummed acoustic strings, and sleek guitar accents – a stark contrast to the subdued, world-weariness of “November Was White, December Was Grey,” which was premiered last month on Spin.com. Recorded at his home studio throughout 2008, Oohs & Aahs, is the first release from Eric Elbogen since moving to Seattle & signing to Barsuk.

“Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh” | download

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“November Was White, December Was Grey” | download

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And don’t forget, Oohs & Aahs, will be dutifully supported by a month-long tour throughout March & April, with a stop in Austin, Texas for this year’s SXSW Music Festival.

March:

06 Seattle, WA – Neumo’s *
12 San Francisco, CA – Bottom of the Hill **
13 Los Angeles, CA – Echo **
14 Las Vegas, NV – Beauty Bar **
15 Tucson, AZ – Plush (WXSW) **
17 Ft. Worth, TX – Longhorn Saloon **
18 Austin, TX – SXSW
19 Austin, TX – SXSW
20 Austin, TX – SXSW
21 Austin, TX – SXSW
22 Memphis, TN – Hi-Tone Café **
23 NAshville, TN – End **
24 Atlanta, GA – Drunken Unicorn **
25 Richmond, VA – Plaza “Duckpin” Bowl **
26 Washington, DC – Black Cat **
27 Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brenda’s **
28 Brooklyn, NY – Bell House **
29 New York, NY – Mercury Lounge **
30 Cambridge, MA – Middle East Upstairs **

April:

02 COLUMBUS, OH – Circus **
03 Chicago, IL – Beat Kitchen **
04 Minneapolis, MN – 7th Street Entry **
05 Omaha, NE – Slowdown **
06 Denver, CO – Hi-Dive **
07 Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court **
08 Boise, ID – Neurolux **
09 Portland, OR – VENUE TBA

** with Telekinesis
* with Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band

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