News http://staticmotor.com/index.php/tools/blocks/blog_archive/rss.php?cID=82 Static Motor Recordings : News Blog for Concrete5 http://concrete5blog.com Kurt von Stetten is... 16 & Pregnant?!? http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stetten-is-16-and-pregnant/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=262 That's right folks. Our own Kurt von Stetten was featured on last night's episode of MTV's 16 & Pregnant. We told him to use protection. Ha! I funny! What we mean to say is Kurt's song Pangaea—off his 2010 album Pyramid—was featured on last night's episode "Hope" (watch it here). Crazy huh? There's more to come as SMR continues to invade Viacom. Stay tuned...

]]> Wed, 09 May 2012 08:50:00 -0500 More love for the Cyclops! http://staticmotor.com/blog/more-love-for-the-cyclops/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=261 Somehow we missed these: Boston's own The Noise recently ran a glowing review of Kurt von Stetten's Cyclops calling it an "aural feast not to be overlooked." Damn. And the Elusive Little Comments blog can't wait to hear more. Neither can we. Thankfully a new album is already in the works. That's how he roll. Follow along on his blog. Enjoy!

]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:43:00 -0500 More praise for Dan London's Happy to See Me! http://staticmotor.com/blog/more-praise-for-dan-londons-happy-to-see-me/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=260 "Sun soaked guitar spiel with Alt-Pop immediacy. File under Ray Davies or Tom Petty." That's what Mojophenia has to say about Dan London's Happy to See Me. And our friends over at Americana Roots were kind enough to include two tracks on thier Americana Rock Mix #132. Good stuff all around. Read more here, and grab the digital album for free over at Bandcamp! Go. NOW!

]]> Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:49:00 -0500 Happy to See Me reviews! http://staticmotor.com/blog/happy-to-see-me-reviews/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=259 A couple nice reviews are in for Dan London's solo debut Happy to See Me. Both involve food—one explicitely, the other (in Dutch!) likely the result of a rather hilarious translation. Oh, and pick up the CD here or name your price for a digital download over at Bandcamp. Enjoy!

]]> Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:05:00 -0600 Dan London's "Happy to See Me" on sale now! http://staticmotor.com/blog/dan-londons-happy-to-see-me-on-sale-now/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=258 The debut solo album by Longwalls bassist Dan London is on sale now! A smart mix of Ray Davies and east coast cool, Happy to See Me is a midnight run through the trials and tribulations associated with becoming comfortable in one's own skin. The album features help from old friends Mike Quinn (Moontower / Q Division), and our own Kurt von Stetten doing what he do. Check. It. Out.

 

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:35:00 -0600 Hot best of '11 action—Longwalls style! http://staticmotor.com/blog/hot-best-of-11-actionlongwalls-style/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=255 The Longwalls' Careers in Science album has also landed on a few of best of 2011 lists by the fine folks at The Noise, Twangville, and Beat the Indie Drum! Thanks to all! Was a good year in SMR land. On to the next. 

]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:46:00 -0600 Best of 2011 for Cyclops! http://staticmotor.com/blog/best-of-2011-for-cyclops/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=253 Kurt von Stetten's Cyclops has made into a couple of stellar "best of" lists for 2011. Ryan's Smashing Life called Kurt a "prolific genius" and Music Savage says "The album deepens with each listen, and I’ve very much enjoyed hearing it again and again." We certainly agree. Thanks guys!

]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:02:00 -0600 Video: Code of Fisherman by Kurt von Stetten http://staticmotor.com/blog/video-code-of-fisherman-by-kurt-von-stetten/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=250

In case you missed it, Kurt von Stetten produced a video for the track Code of Fisherman off his new album Cyclops. Kurt hand painted all the elements before scanning them into his Commadore 64 to get his animation on. Check it!

]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:39:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten's Cyclops is killing it! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettens-cyclops-is-killing-it/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=249 Early reviews are in from Dysonsound, Music Savage, The Owl Mag, Earmilk, and Migrate Music. It's official, Kurt von Stetten's new album Cyclops is KILLING IT. More soon, when we catch our breath. Phew.

]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:42:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten — Cyclops — on sale now! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stetten-cyclops-on-sale-now/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=248 Happy day! The new Kurt von Stetten album—Cyclops—is on sale today! The album, available on CD and gorgeous 10" vinyl, is Kurt's 6th in 6 years. Quite a feet. Some nice reviews are already in from our pal Dysonsound and In Tune (The Daily News), and there's more on the way. We couldn't be more proud of this effort. Oh, and check out the video Kurt made for the track Code of Fishermen. We hope you dig, and if you do, tell a friend. Cheers!

]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:22:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten's Cyclops out December 13! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettens-cyclops-out-december-13/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=247 It's official. Kurt von Stetten's new one, Cyclops, will be released on Tuesday, December 13 via CD, 10" vinyl, and digital downloads. This one's a bit edgier than Pyramid; 12 songs about fantasy and the fever of awesome ideas—everything from war to fashion to indie rock kids on fixed gear bikes (they have all the answers). Stay tuned for a new video too. Busy times!

]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:41:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten - Cyclops out in December! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stetten-cyclops-out-in-december/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=246 Kurt von Stetten's new one, Cyclops, will be out in December! Look for 10" vinyl (w/ custom artwork for a few lucky devils out there), CDs and MP3 downloads via Bandcamp. If you don't own Pyramid, grab it now, and prepare yourself for Cyclops in December. Yo!!

]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:59:00 -0500 Gatsby Lives.. Live! http://staticmotor.com/blog/gatsby-lives-live/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=245 In honor of the 10-year anniversary of Gatsby's fisrt ever show—November 1, 2001—we've put together a collection of live material culled from radio and TV performances between 2001 and 2005. It's truly a blast! We've also launched a Gatsby page over on Bandcamp where you can download both the new live set and a high-quality version of thier 2003 Five Songs EP. Grab it all and play it loud! Long live Gatsby!!

]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:27:00 -0500 Careers in Science: "Rural America meets the urban streets" http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-rural-america-meets-the-urban-streets/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=241 The fine folks over at Culture Bomb have some very nice things to say about The Longwalls' Careers in Science Album! Lines like "clash-like rhythms mixed with an Elvis Costello, jangling guitar" make us positively giddy. And we like gumbo. And, we like that we left them wanting more...

]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:29:00 -0500 Careers in Science hangin' around! http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-hangin-around/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=240 The Longwalls' album "Careers in Science" is hanging around the Noise local radio chart. The album has been on the charts since April is hanging in there at #15 for August. Big thanks to all the local DJs!

]]> Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:14:00 -0500 BTID hearts (x4!) Careers in Science http://staticmotor.com/blog/btid-hearts-x4-careers-in-science/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=239 Matt at Beat The Indie Drum has called The Longwalls' Careers in Science a "start-to-finish power-pop gem." He's really smart, so you should listen to what he has to say! Thanks Matt!

]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:52:00 -0500 New music on the way! http://staticmotor.com/blog/new-music-on-the-way/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=237 Yo Yo! We've got new solo albums on the way from Kurt von Stetten and Longwalls bass player Dan London plus (perhaps) a new single from The Longwalls. Speaking of The Longwalls, check 'em out at Tommy Doyle's in Harvard Sq on Friday August 12. Good times in Static Motor land.

]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:47:00 -0500 Kurt von Stetten must be stopped. http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stetten-must-be-stopped/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=238 Kurt von Stetten is at it again. He's teaching himself animation, learning Final Cut Pro, and getting darn close to a new album. Check out his blog for his latest, er, creations. Consider yourself warned.

]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:53:00 -0500 Brandon talks Pandora at Music Think Tank http://staticmotor.com/blog/brandon-talks-pandora-at-music-think-tank/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=236 Static Motor operator Brandon C. Walsh has written a post talking about his experiences as a DIY label working with Pandora. It's an interesting tale; Music Think Tank even ran it on their front page. It's generated a bunch of interesting comments, check it out! And should you hunger for more, Brandon writes about music and branding at his blog, Calmstock.net.

]]> Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:39:00 -0500 Summertime rolls at SMR... http://staticmotor.com/blog/summertime-rolls-at-smr/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=235 Hey ya'll. Enjoying your summer? Us too. Keeping busy too. The Longwalls have a show coming up Friday, August 12 at Tommy Doyle's in Cambridge. Meanwhile, Kurt von Stetten is close to completing his 6th full-length. And we'll soon welcome Dan London as an official solo member of roster as he's nearly finished with his debut. Look for both releases sometime in the fall. Onward. Cheers!

]]> Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:31:00 -0500 Ingenious, infectious, and practically anthemic! http://staticmotor.com/blog/ingenious-infectious-and-practically-anthemic/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=234 Wow! Some very kind words from The Noise on The Longwalls new album Careers in Science. (Although, we think the CriticTron 3000 needs an upgrade...). Check it out! (scroll..)

]]> Wed, 04 May 2011 10:06:00 -0500 Two months in the Top 10! http://staticmotor.com/blog/two-months-in-the-top-10/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=233 Whoa! Two months in the top 10 of the Noise Local Radio Chart for The Longwalls' Careers in Science! Big thanks (again) to all the local DJs for spinning the new record!!

]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 08:36:00 -0500 #7 with a bullet! http://staticmotor.com/blog/7-with-a-bullet/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=232 #7 with a bullet!! The Longwalls' new album Careers in Science has made the top 10 of The Noise local radio chart for the month of April! Huge thanks to our friends at WMBR, WMFO, WFNX, WZLX and all the local DJs for lending your support. You're the best!

]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:06:00 -0500 Thank you!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/thank-you1/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=231 A HUGE thank you is in order for everyone who came out to The Longwalls' Careers in Science CD release show at Precinct on Friday night. We had a blast, thank you so much! And thanks to Glenn Yoder and Found Audio for coming along for the ride! Good times, more on the way soon...

]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:54:00 -0500 New video for The Longwalls' "Ghosts"! http://staticmotor.com/blog/new-video-for-the-longwalls-ghosts/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=228 The Longwalls have just released a haunting, stop-motion video for the song Ghosts off 2010's Dark Academy EP. Check it out! The video was produced by our good friend Ryan Murphy, be sure to let him know what you think!! Enjoy!

]]> Mon, 07 Mar 2011 20:06:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten—radio star!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettenradio-star/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=229 Our own Kurt von Stetten is doing quite well on local radio! In January he cracked the top 10 at WMBR, and recently he's found his way into the top 10 of The Noise montly radio chart for March! Good on ya, Kurt!!

]]> Sun, 06 Mar 2011 20:10:00 -0600 As we suspected—people are loving "Careers in Science"!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/as-we-suspectedpeople-are-loving-careers-in-science/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=227 "The pure sound of these songs provide such visceral pleasure." Some very kind words indeed on The Longwalls' Careers in Science from the Boston Globe! Meanwhile, Oh So Fresh! Music thinks the album is a bit like "modern Springsteen, but with an indie touch." We'll take it!!

]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:09:00 -0600 Careers in Science on sale today! http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-on-sale-today/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=226 The Longwalls new album Careers in Science is on sale today! $8 CD (limited pressing) / $5 download via Bandcamp. We're super proud of this one.. we hope you'll give it a listen!

]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0600 Careers in Science a "leap forward"! http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-a-leap-forward/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=224 ¡¡Yowza!! The fine folks at Americana Roots have declared The Longwalls' Careers in Science a "leap forward" and have included two tracks on Americana Rock Mix #99. Check out it!

]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:32:00 -0600 Careers in Science / Longwalls update http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-longwalls-update/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=222 Hey ya'll! A few things to check out: (1) Brandon's colleague Alex talks about Careers in Science album art design over on the Sametz blog! (2) Ride the Tempo gave the album a nice 'lil mention. (3) Our pal Dysonsound included us on a guest mix tape for TSURURADIO's Nudiezine! All good stuff as we get ready to release the album a week from today! Woot!!

]]> Tue, 22 Feb 2011 11:26:00 -0600 Blogging about Careers in Science http://staticmotor.com/blog/blogging-about-careers-in-science/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=223 Curious about The Longwalls' upcoming Careers in Science album?!? Head on over to Alan's blog where he's talking about the thinking behind each song, posting early demos, live recordings, and a few of the final cuts. Some good readin' we reckon..

]]> Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:47:00 -0600 "Careers in Science" CD Release show 4/8 at Precinct! http://staticmotor.com/blog/careers-in-science-cd-release-show-48-at-precinct/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=221 Phew... finally got a date all squared away! Friday, April 8 at Precinct we'll be releasing The Longwalls' Careers in Science CD with our good friend Glenn Yoder and our new friends Found Audio. It's The Longwalls' first show in since August (!!); they're rarin' to go and really look forward to seeing everyone again. Can't wait!

]]> Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:29:00 -0600 The Longwalls' Careers in Science out March ! http://staticmotor.com/blog/the-longwalls-careers-in-science-out-march/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=220 The Longwalls new album will be released Tuesday, March 1! Careers in Science is The Longwalls' pulpy post-pop run at sci-fi triumph and failure—equal parts spaghetti western and 1950s futurism. Stay tuned for CD release show details. Prolly April. Can't wait!!!

]]> Sat, 15 Jan 2011 12:37:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten's New Year's resolutions! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettens-new-years-resolutions/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=218 Our own Kurt von Stetten, along with a number of local rock luminaries, offer their New Year’s resolutions to the Boston Globe. Kurt takes a haiku approach.. naturally...

]]> Fri, 31 Dec 2010 11:35:00 -0600 American Chronicle interviews Kurt von Stetten! http://staticmotor.com/blog/american-chronicle-interviews-kurt-von-stetten/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=217 Kurt von Stetten and American Chronicle's Kendra Rae Beltran talk Jeopardy, science, BMX, photography and—of course—Pyramid. It's a fun read. Check it out!

]]> Wed, 22 Dec 2010 11:10:00 -0600 Welcome Boston Globe readers!!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/welcome-boston-globe-readers/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=215 Welcome Boston Globe readers!!

More on Kurt—including music, social media links, and more—can be found here. If you're looking for the free downloads, head on over to Kurt's page on Bandcamp (our preferred download site). Discounts on physical products (CDs / vinyl) are also available by joining Static Motor (Free!). Enjoy, and thanks for stopping by!!

]]> Fri, 17 Dec 2010 08:28:00 -0600 Boston Globe—DIY pop powerhouse Kurt von Stetten is on a roll! http://staticmotor.com/blog/boston-globediy-pop-powerhouse-kurt-von-stetten-is-on-a-roll/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=216 Our pal Jonathan Perry of the Boston Globe has written a really nice story on Kurt von Stetten and Static Motor. We're beside ourselves with pride. Check it out! And tell a friend!!

]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:40:00 -0600 Even more love for Kurt von Stetten's Pyramid http://staticmotor.com/blog/even-more-love-for-kurt-von-stettens-pyramid/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=214 Our pal Kyle over at Music Savage calls Kurt von Stetten's Pyramid "a fantastic example of an amazing, talented guy who seems to have no limits to what he can do". Kyle is a whole lot smarter than us, so it must be true. (Thanks Kyle!)

]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:30:00 -0600 The Kids Love Kurt von Stetten's Pyramid!!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/the-kids-love-kurt-von-stettens-pyramid/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=213 People are discovering what we've known all along—our own Kurt von Stetten has made a hella great new album. Check out what these fine folks have to say about Pyramid: RidetheTempo | Oh So Fresh! | Perfect Porridge.

]]> Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:58:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten's "Pyramid" now on iTunes; and with dash of Tesszechuan! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettens-pyramid-now-on-itunes-and-with-dash-of-tesszec/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=212 Kurt von Stetten's Pyramid is available now on iTunes!! (It's a $1 cheaper on Bandcamp, just sayin'...). What's more?? Fav track Aioki got a tasty little mention from the Tesszechuan. Mmm mmm! 

]]> Sat, 11 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0600 WMBR spins Aioki! http://staticmotor.com/blog/wmbr-spins-aioki/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=211 Our pals from WMBR's Pipeline kicked off last night's show with Aioki off Kurt Von Stetten's new album, Pyramid. Radio gold kids, radio gold. Stream the whole show here.

]]> Wed, 24 Nov 2010 08:59:00 -0600 The reviews are in for "Pyramid"!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/the-reviews-are-in-for-pyramid/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=210 The reviews are in for Pyramid! Well, the first one anyway. Our pal over at Dysonsound has given Pyramid one hell of a nice writeup. He knows way more about music than we do, so we'll all take him at his word, ok?!?

]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 08:11:00 -0600 Kurt von Stetten's new album, Pyramid, on sale now! http://staticmotor.com/blog/kurt-von-stettens-new-album-pyramid-on-sale-now/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=208 It's a big day! We launch the new site and release Kurt von Stetten's Pyramid—available exclusively through Static Motor in CD/digital formats (via Bandcamp). It's a brilliant effort, give it a spin!

]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:49:00 -0600 Welcome to the new Static Motor! http://staticmotor.com/blog/welcome-to-the-new-static-motor/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=207 We're pleased as punch to roll out version 3 of StaticMotor.com! What's new? A new e-commerce system with freebies and discounts for members (register!); new homepages for The Longwalls and Kurt von Stetten; new releases from Kurt (Pyramid) and The Longwalls (Careers in Science, early 2011); and loads of streamable / shareable music. Have a look around and tell us what you think!

]]> Sun, 14 Nov 2010 20:30:00 -0600 Pyramid, the new album by Kurt von Stetten, out 11/16 http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/10/22/pyramid_the_new_album_by_kurt_von_stetten_out_11/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=131 That's right, the latest effort by DIY wunderkind Kurt von Stetten, Pyramid, will be on sale (CD/Download) Tuesday, November 16. This 12-song set is certainly Kurt's most dynamic effort to date. Yes, we're gushing. In the meantime, head on over to Bandcamp as we'll be releasing his entire back catalog for free download over the next few weeks leading up to the release. Good times.

]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:21:00 -0500 Vote for The Longwalls!!!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/10/4/vote_for_the_longwalls/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=129 The Longwalls song Touchdown, from the Dark Academy EP, has been included in the Boston Emissions / WZLX Fav New Song Poll! Vote early and often!!!!

]]> Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:28:00 -0500 Sessions underway for The Longwalls next, "Careers in Science." http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/10/4/sessions_underway_for_the_longwalls_next_careers/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=128 The Longwalls kicked off sessions for their Dark Academy follow-up with the Moontower gang at their new Q Division digs. Lots of excellent progress was made! Read a little from Alan's blog, or check the Facebook for lots of pics 'n such.

]]> Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:15:00 -0500 Kurt von Stetten's new album, Pyramid, out soon! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/10/4/kurt_von_stettens_new_album_pyramid_out_soon/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=127 Great news from indie-rock land! Our own Kurt von Stetten has finished his new album and we'll be releasing it here, there, and everywhere a little later this fall. 12 new songs, a whole lot of instruments, and some fine production work make this Kurt's best effort to date. At least that's what we think, and we know. Trust us. Stay tuned for more...

]]> Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:07:00 -0500 The Longwalls live on WMFO http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/7/23/the_longwalls_live_on_wmfo/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=124 The Longwalls played live On The Town with Mikey Dee at WMFO back in May. The set includes tracks from Field Guide, the new Dark Academy EP, as well as a few new songs set for release on a new EP early next year. Download the whole thing for free!! 

]]> Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:43:00 -0500 A big thank you! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/5/7/a_big_thank_you/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=116 A big thanks is in ordere for all who came out to The Longwalls' Dark Academy release show at the Lizard Lounge on May 1. It was great night and we're so happy we were able to share it with so many friends--old and new. You guys are the best. On to the next!

]]> Fri, 07 May 2010 09:53:00 -0500 Have you checked out Kurt Von Stetten's blog? http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/5/7/have_you_checked_out_kurt_von_stettens_blog/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=115 If not, you should. Kurt is busy blogging new songs in preparation for new full-length release!! Lots of manic, new, home-brewed, fuzz-rock is on the way. Check it out.

]]> Fri, 07 May 2010 09:46:00 -0500 The Noise loves "Dark Academy"! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/30/the_noise_loves_dark_academy/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=112 Boston's own The Noise can't recommend The Longwalls more highly, and says Dark Academy has "all the earmarks of future classic and gets better with every listen." Gee, that's really nice of them. Read it all here (scroll down a bit).

]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:02:00 -0500 Boston Band Crush digging Dark Academy! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/29/boston_band_crush_digging_dark_academy/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=110 The fine folks over at Boston Band Crush have some very nice things to say about The Longwalls' Dark Academy. Check out here. Frankly, we're flattered. Dark Academy is available now on CD, white vinyl, and MP3 download via iTunes and Bandcamp. Go get it!

 

]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:03:00 -0500 Get some indie cred in your twang collection! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/16/get_some_indie_cred_in_your_twang_collection/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=108

The fine folks at Twangville have posted a nice review of The Longwalls Dark Academy EP. They think we do a little Jayhawks and mix in a little Shins. But I swear, there ain't no wah-wah anywhere. Haven't used a Wah peddle since 'ought one or so. Anyway, read it here. And if you want to buy it, which you certainly should, it's not available just yet. Still waiting on the vinyl. Stay tuned!!!!

]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:59:00 -0500 Dark Academy available now!!!!! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/16/dark_academy_available_now/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=107 The Longwalls' Dark Academy EP now is available now on CD, one-sided white vinyl or mp3 download. Get it now!!! And if you're in the Boston area make sure you come out for the big release show on Saturday, May 1 at the Lizard Lounge. We'll be giving lots of stuff away including CDs, 7" vinyl and t-shirts. DIG THAT!! 

]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:42:00 -0500 The Longwalls' Zombies! kicks off PopMatters Mixtape http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/7/the_longwalls_zombies_kicks_off_popmatters_mixta/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=105 Nom Nom Nom....PopMatters Mixtape #4 is all about zombies, so who better to kick if off than your Longwalls?!?! It's a great mix, and they even embedded our video. Check it out!!

]]> Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:40:00 -0500 The Longwalls Band in Boston! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/the_longwalls_band_in_boston/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=102 An exceptionally badass live performance by The Longwalls is up now at Band in Boston. Go check it out. Now! GO!!!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:25:00 -0500 Leave the country on the radio http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/leave_the_country_on_the_radio/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=101 Brave Arms from The Longwalls' Dark Academy was included on the Americana Roots Americana Rock Mix #66. Check it out!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:23:00 -0500 Kind words on Dark Academy http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/kind_words_on_dark_academy/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=100 Wow, some *very* kind words on The Longwalls' Dark Academy EP on the Slowcoustic blog. Check it out!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:21:00 -0500 Field Guide almost sold out! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/field_guide_almost_sold_out/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=98 The Longwalls' debut --Field Guide for the Zombie Survivalist-- is just about sold out. There's 4 copies (I think!) available on CD Baby, that's about it. If you want the CD, get it now as we probably won't print another batch any time soon.

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:20:00 -0500 All Zombies all the time! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/all_zombies_all_the_time/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=96 A great recap of the The Longwalls Zombies! video shoot from Director Louie Jannetty on his blog. Want more? Full on Zombies action here. Otheriwse, The Longwalls go back in the studio this weekend to commence work on a new EP. More details soon.

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:19:00 -0500 Zombies behind the scenes! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/zombies_behind_the_scenes/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=95 Hey! Go behind the scenes of The Longwalls Zombies! video shoot. In other Longwalls news, the band is in the midst of recording a new EP, and early ruff mixes sound great. Look for a Feb/March '10 release.

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:17:00 -0500 Zombies! Premiere! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/zombies_premiere/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=93 The Longwalls' Zombies! video premiere with the Plymouth Rock Studios gang is set forFriday, October 30! Details so far: Renting a theatre, showing a bunch of zombie shorts, then the video launch, then chats with video Director & Producer, then Zombieland feature film (!). Plus "new toy" donations to benefit Franciscan Hospital for Children. Will have some food too. Huzzah!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:16:00 -0500 Classic Kurt! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/classic_kurt/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=91 Kurt Von Stetten's Tree and Into the Safety of the Alley available now for free download, just register and they're yours!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:15:00 -0500 Zombies on the blogs http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/zombies_on_the_blogs1/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=90 A couple of nice blog posts on The Longwalls' weekend video shoot for Zombies down at Plymouth Rock Studios here and here. Thanks guys!

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:13:00 -0500 Zombie shoot, great success! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/zombie_shoot_great_success/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=88 Thank you thank you thank you to everyone who took part in the The Longwalls' Zombies! shoot this weekend down at Plymouth Rock Studios. The crew (Louie Jannetty Director,Josh Bethoney Producer, and Sean English, Dir. of Photography) were brilliant and amazing (and patient) and all the extras who worked hours on in end, in makeup, in the rain.. well, we're incredibly thankful.. and we can't wait to see you all again soon! (Oh, and check out the New Kids.)

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:12:00 -0500 Zombies are coming! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/4/2/zombies_are_coming/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=87 The Longwalls video shoot for Zombies starts next Friday night! We'll be shooting Friday night, all day Saturday, and Sunday morning. Gonna be a long weekend but we're pretty excited about it. In preperation for the video, we've just souped up the Zombie track with some new guitar work and some Hammond organ. Very cool. Otherwise we officially begin work on the new EP on October 16. Gonna be a busy fall. More soon...

]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 09:06:00 -0500 The Longwalls' Throwback Summer Weekend! http://staticmotor.com/blog/2010/6/14/the_longwalls_throwback_summer_weekend/ http://staticmotor.com/index.php?cID=119 Join us Friday, July 30 at Tommy Doyle's in Hyannis and Saturday, July 31 at the Lizard Lounge in Cambridge for our Throwback Summer Weekend. Unfortunately our main man Kurt Von Stetten is on holiday that week, but we're excited to announce that our old pal and Gatsby mate Scott Robinson is flying up from Florida to fill in on drums both nights. Going to be a hell of weekend, plan accordingly!

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