Copenhagen Records begets Copenhagen Beta
has launched a new website called "Copenhagen Beta" featuring all sorts of various multimedia content from the label's roster, including live sessions, interviews and more: https://www.copenhagenbeta.dk/
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Cosmos starts hip-hop imprint
has started a hip-hop sublabel called to be managed by Kent Gillström. The first release of the new imprint will be a sequel to the popular "Evolution" comp called "Dopeness", once again put together with the assistance of DJ/journalist Ametist. Read more: https://cosmosmusicgroup.com/index.php?newsdetail=34
Kellermensch sign with Universal in Germany
Danish act Kellermensch have signed with in Germany who will be releasing the band's first international album on June 24, a collection of eight tunes from the self-titled debut plus all four cuts off the more recent "Narcissus" EP. Naturally the band will be playing a number of shows over there in support and you can head to the band's website for for the lowdown: https://www.kellermensch.com/tour.html
Stranded signs Ram Di Dam
imprint has added Ram Di Dam to their roster and will be releasing their new single "Leave a mark" on May 25 as part of the label's 7" series. Preview at Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ram-Di-Dam/212023368811007
HOOB signs Le Système
Swedish jazz label (Thus:Owls, The Stoner/Nils Berg, etc.) has announced the signing of organ/drum duo Le Système and will be releasing their debut album in October.
Tiger Baby are back
Danish act Tiger Baby is staging a comeback after a 5-year hiatus with the release of new album "Open windows open hills" on August 29. Look for the lead single "Crystal ball" to be released soon.
Lukestar release new EP, stage remix contest
Norwegian indie greats Lukestar have a new EP out this week featuring the single "Great bear" along with a four outtake tracks, two from current album "Taiga" and two from the sessions of their last album "Lake Toba". They're also doing a remix contest with the tune "Flying canoes", the best of which will be included on a Spotify mixtape the band is releasing this summer: https://lukestar.com/archives/301
Presenting: Out of Vogue (feat. members from Abhinanda, DOLL)
SWEHC reveals ex-Abhinanda vocalist José Saxlund's new all-star hardcore band Out of Vogue, featuring members from Division of Laura Lee, Eyes Shut, etc.: https://www.swehc.com/2011/05/22/out-of-vogue/
Slidin' Slim signs with Transubstans, unveils new tune
Swedish artist Slidin' Slim has been picked up by the excellent label and will be releasing his new album "One man riot now!" on June 10. In the meantime, check out a new tune at Bandcamp: https://slidinslim.bandcamp.com/
Efterklang movie available for download
The Efterklang movie "An island" is now being offered as a paid download for whatever you are willing to afford: https://www.anisland.cc/home
You can also pre-order the DVD version which comes with an instant download.
Iceage is "Best New Music"
It was inevitable: Iceage gets the "Best New Music" tag in Pitchfork's Playlist feature: https://pitchfork.com/reviews/tracks/12203-broken-bone/
Kitchie Kitchie Ki Me O unveil single, album coming in June
Kitchie Kitchie Ki Me O, the new band featuring ex-members of Madrugada/My Midnight Creeps/Ricochets, have just released their debut single "Next" and have confirmed that their debut album will be released on June 10.
MRR record of the week: Bäddat för Trubbel
Swedish pub-rocking punks Bäddat för Trubbel have been selected as MRR's record of the week: https://maximumrocknroll.com/2011/05/19/record-of-the-week-baddat-for-trubbel-lp/
Raped Teenagers now Pusrad
Now it is clear: Swedish hardcore act Raped Teenagers are fully back in effect, 'cept they're now going by the name Pusrad. This is a sample: https://youtu.be/wJzk1Hzu1RA
Vildhjarta sign with Century Media
Lambgoat reports that Swedish act Vildhjarta has been picked up by : https://www.lambgoat.com/news/view.aspx?id=16253