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Save Our Stages

By: Gabrielle Archuleta

With Covid-19 making an impact on businesses, the live music industry has been among those hit the hardest. The loss in revenue is estimated to be $8.9 billion, along with the comedy and performing arts entertainment. More than 90% of independent venues are at risk of being permanently shut down. The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) is working hard to get emergency relief funds out to these venues in dire need. With the help of YouTube, NIVA and Save Our Stages created a virtual concert to help raise money, which will benefit these independent venues. The list of venues is on their website. Artists from around the country have joined together in an effort to raise awareness and save the stages they once performed in.

These venues have supported many big artists and have even launched careers for many. Not only are the artists feeling the impact, but the employees behind the scenes are as well. From the sound to the stage crew, many of them are left without a job and fear what will come next. Fans are left with tickets to be refunded and the uncertainty of future shows to come. This leaves the music industry shaken when it comes to the revenue that concerts bring. Concerts generate more money than streaming music on popular platforms such as Spotify, Apple music and Pandora. Popular artists such as Drake have made $23.7 million in one year from streaming, yet his last tour, Summer Sixteen featuring Future, grossed $85 million. Save our stages is the saving platform for artists, fans and lovers of music to support the venues we know and love and keep the live music alive.

Kicking off their first ever virtual event, an exclusive trailer narrated by Neil Young released footage featuring various iconic artists performing in these at-risk venues and some of the earliest known footage of Neil Young performing at the American Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford, CT. This 3-day virtual event lasted from October 16th-18th. Day one started out with Alec Benjamin performing at Hotel Café in Los Angeles, CA. There was no audience, just the performers. Some talked of past show experiences and selling out venues. Following him was Billie Eilish’s brother, Finneas who is breaking out on his own, releasing his first single called Can’t Wait To Be Dead. Other artists for day one included, Sebastian Yatra, Dizzy Fae, Macklemore, YG, and Dillon Francis. Marshmellow and Demi Lovato hit the stage at the Troubadour in Los Angeles, CA. They performed their hit single together It’s Okay Not To Be Okay, as well as talked about their experiences in independent venues they’ve played in and seen other artists play in. Macklemore performed in Seattle, WA singing hits that included Ten Thousand Hours, Glorious, Good Old Days and a few others during his thirty-minute set. While G-Eazy took pieces of his hits and performed over a dozen songs in his set at The Independent in San Francisco, CA.

Day two kicked off with an even bigger list of performers. Sixteen artists each in their own independent venue to perform in. Jason Mraz was the first up, singing the best of his songs from I’m Yours to I Won’t Give Up out of the Belly Up Tavern in San Diego, CA. Rise Against brought the rock style back to the stage singing six of their hits from the Metro in Chicago,IL. Miley Cyrus played at the Whiskey-Go-Go in Los Angeles, CA wearing all black Rockstar attire. Though she had a short playlist, it was filled with fun energy. Also playing out of Los Angles from Troubadour, the Foo Fighters. Dave Grohl talks about his first experience at the Toubadour and meeting Bret Michaels for the first time. They start out with Skin and Bones continue with My Hero, These Days, Times Like These and end it with everyone’s favorite Everlong. The Roots performed a longer set list that lasted a little over an hour at the Apollo Theater in New York, NY. Wrapping up day two was Major Lazor performing out of Gramps in Miami, FL. He had a setlist similar to length of The Roots lasting a little over an hour and promoting Save Our Stages throughout his set. To many of these artists, the venues that are at stake are not only where they got their start in the music world but also where they discovered music. Demi Lovato mentions one of her first concerts was at an independent venue where she had seen Paramore.

The final day came with some big names. Little Big Town plays at the Exit/In in Nashville, TN. They talk about their first show and replayed one of their classic songs, Boondocks as an encore. The last song is a fan favorite, Girl Crush. Dave Matthews performs solo at the Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville, VA. His setlist includes a new song that is played for the first-time live called the Ocean and the Butterfly. The Lumineers wrap up this event, taking it back home to Colorado at the Boulder Theatre in Boulder, CO. Reminiscing on the songs they’ve played in small independent venues and how great songs such as Ophelia came from those experiences and performing them.

Save our stages is not just important to the artists, but to the fans and music lovers all over the nation. There are over 2,000 venues that have joined the National Independent Venue Association to help save theses venues and keep not only the jobs that come with it but the live music experience we love and miss. Though this virtual event is over, the fight is not. Save our venues has raised over $1,000,000 and has a set goal of $5,000,000. The funds will be administered by the Giving Back Fund, a non-profit organization. The money will go to the venues in dire need and in fear of being shut down. With the help of all the artists who participated along with Youtube, NIVA and every person who donated, we can only hope that enough money is raised to save these venues.

The Original Misfits Announce Special Show in Los Angeles

LA DESCENDS INTO HOLLYWOOD BABYLON!

THE ORIGINAL MISFITS ANNOUNCE SPECIAL SHOW IN LOS ANGELES AT BANC OF CALIFORNIA STADIUM

Rise Against, The Distillers, Anti-Nowhere League and Cro-Mags Join June 29th Show as Special Guests

Tickets On Sale to General Public Starting Friday, April 5th

Today The Original MISFITS announced a very special 2019 U.S. date that will take place Saturday, June 29th at the Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. The Original Misfits features original singer/songwriter Glenn Danzig and original bassist Jerry Only. Rise Against, The Distillers, Anti-Nowhere League and Cro-Mags will join the epic event as special guests.

Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, April 5th at 10am local time at LiveNation.com.

From the time of their first gig in 1977, the MISFITS and their iconic imagery went on to become one of the most crucially influential, genre-defying bands to ever emerge from North America. The MISFITS significance extends well beyond the narrowed path of punk rock, metal & hardcore. Although not cognizant of how significant they would become, what the Original MISFITS achieved in their initial seven-year window deconstructed and redefined rock music.  

The MISFITS with Danzig’s anthemic songs and unmistakable voice, Only’s ferocious bass sound, and the Original MISFITS melody-induced choruses and authentically bruising musicianship, cemented their importance with all ensuing generations. And now legions of diehard fans from around the world will have the opportunity to hear the Original Band that forges a level of intensity unprecedented in the new millennium. Don’t miss this important chapter in the legendary band’s legacy of brutality.

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About Banc of California Stadium

Located in the heart of Los Angeles in Exposition Park, Banc of California Stadium is the first open-air stadium built in Los Angeles since Dodger Stadium in 1962. Home to the Los Angeles Football Club, the stadium is a $370 million, state-of-the-art, world-class venue specifically designed to present all types of star-studded live entertainment and creates an unparalleled fan experience for music, sports, and more. At a capacity of 23,500 for concerts (22,000 for soccer), the venue’s unique “outdoor arena” design provides for an intimate experience with excellent sightlines of the stage from every seat and superior quality sound throughout the house. Banc of California Stadium sits atop the hallowed grounds of the former Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena, which hosted some of the most legendary music artists of all time — befitting its history, the new stadium continues the tradition of presenting the very best in live entertainment. For more information, visit www.bancofcaliforniastadium.com

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RISE AGAINST REIMAGINES Éc

Today, Rise Against released a new version of Éc;Like the Angel,Éd; recorded for The Ghost Note Symphonies, Vol. 1. Stream Éc;Like the AngelÉd; HERE and check out the visualizer HERE. The song originally appeared on the bands sophomore album, Revolutions per Minute (2003).

The Ghost Note Symphonies, Vol. 1 is now available for pre-order HERE. Set for July 27 release on Virgin Records, the collection features reimagined versions of standout songs from the bandߣs discography, framing stripped-down instrumentation with unique orchestration. Fans who pre-order the digital album will instantly receive Éc;Like the AngelÉd; and Éc;House On Fire.Éd; See below for track listing.

The original version of Éc;House On FireÉd; has upwards of 15 million cumulative streams worldwide. The song is from Rise Againstߣs 2017 album, WOLVES (Virgin Records), which debuted at No. 1 on Billboardߣs Alternative, Top Rock and Hard Rock albums charts. Lead single Éc;The ViolenceÉd; topped the Mediabase Active Rock chart.

Rise Against comprising Tim McIlrath (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Joe Principe (bass), Zach Blair (lead guitar) and Brandon Barnes (drums) ߝ will headline the Mourning in Amerika tour, which launches on July 28 in Toronto. They will be joined by special guests AFI and AntiFlag. Tickets are on sale now for the North American run, which will include shows at Coney Island Amphitheatre in Brooklyn (August 1) and Red Rocks Amphitheatre outside Denver (September 15). See below for itinerary. Rise Against is currently touring Europe.

Pre-Order Launches For Album, Set For July 27 Release

Tickets On Sale Now For Mourning In Amerika Tour

With Special Guests AFI And AntiFlag

Track Listing The Ghost Note Symphonies, Vol. 1

1 The Violence

2 Audience Of One

3 Faint Resemblance

4 House On Fire

5 Like The Angel

6 Miracle

7 Savior

8 Wait For Me

9 Far From Perfect

10 Voices Off Cam

Rise Against ߝ 2018 Tour Dates

EUROPEAN TOUR

6/8 | Interlaken, Switzerland | Greenfield Festival

6/12 | Moscow, Russia | Glavclub

6/13 | St. Petersburg, Russia | A2

6/18 | Malmo, Sweden | KB

6/19 | Stockholm, Sweden | Grona Lund Tivoli

6/20 | Aarhus, Denmark | Voxhall

6/22 | Clisson, France | Hellfest

6/23 | Dessel, Belgium | Graspop Metal Meeting

6/25 | Milan, Italy | Magnolia Summer Garden

6/28 | Madrid, Spain | Download Festival

NORTH AMERICAN FESTIVALS

07.12 | Cadott, WI | Rock Fest

07.13 | Mansfield, OH | Incarceration Festival

07.14 | London, ON | Rock the Park

07.15 | Ottawa, ON | Ottawa Bluesfest

07.21 | Syracuse, NY | KROCKATHON

07.27 | Montreal, QC | 77 Festival

MOURNING IN AMERIKA TOUR w/ AFI and Anti-Flag

07.28 | Toronto, ON | RBC Echo Beach

07.29 | Portland, ME | State Theatre

07.31 | Worcester, MA | The Palladium

08.01 | Brooklyn, NY | Ford Amphitheatre at Coney Island

08.03 | Uncasville, CT | Mohegan Sun Arena

08.04 | Philadelphia, PA | Festival Pier at Pennߣs Landing

08.05 | Asbury Park, NJ | The Stone Pony Summer Stage

08.07 | Raleigh, NC | Red Hat Amphitheater

08.09 | Niagara Falls, NY | Rapids Theatre

08.10 | Rouyn-Noranda, QC | Osisko En Lumi&#e8;re

09.06 | Minneapolis, MN | Armory

09.09 | Nashville, TN | Marathon Music Works

09.11 | Austin, TX | Stubbߣs BBQ

09.12 | Houston, TX | Revention Music Center

09.13 | Irving, TX | The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

09.15 | Morrison, CO | Red Rocks Amphitheatre

09.16 | Salt Lake City, UT | The Complex

09.17 | Garden City, ID | Revolution Center

09.19 | Bozeman, MT | Brick Breeden Fieldhouse

09.20 | Calgary, AB | Grey Eagle Event Centre

09.21 | Edmonton, AB | Edmonton Expo Centre

09.23 | Vancouver, BC | PNE Forum

09.24 | Seattle, WA | WaMu Theater

09.25 | Portland, OR | Crystal Ballroom

09.28 | Concord, CA | Concord Pavilion

09.29 | Santa Barbara, CA | Santa Barbara Bowl

09.30 | Irvine, CA | Five Point Amphitheater

Rise Against

Rise Against will kick off their extensive North American Mourning In Amerika Tour with a headline performance at 77 punk festival on July 27. The run, produced by Live Nation, will include a show at Coney Island Amphitheatre in New York City (August 1), a concert with Fall Out Boy at Wrigley Field in the bands hometown of Chicago (September 8), and an evening at Red Rocks Amphitheatre outside Denver (September 15). Special guests AFI and opener Anti-Flag will perform at all headline shows. Tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, March 30 at LiveNation.com. See below for itinerary.

The band won acclaim for its hard-hitting 2017 performances in support of its eighth studio album, WOLVES. Illinois Entertainer said, the return of Rise Against feels more timely than ever. Houston Press observed, If any rock band could convince their fans to not bury their heads in the sand in 2017 America, it might just be Rise Against.

WOLVES (Virgin Records) debuted at No. 1 on Billboards Alternative, Top Rock and Hard Rock albums charts. Lead singleThe Violencetopped

the Mediabase Active Rock chart and the follow-up track, House On Fire, is currently in the Top 10 and climbing.

Rise Against comprising Tim McIlrath (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Joe Principe (bass), Zach Blair (lead guitar), and Brandon Barnes (drums)

recently wrapped up a tour of Australia and New Zealand and will embark on a European run in June.

Rise Against North American Headline Tour Dates

7/27  Montreal, QC @ 77 Montreal (festival)*

7/28 Toronto, ON @ RBC Echo Beach +

7/29 Portland, ME @ State Theatre*

7/31 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium*

8/1 New York, NY @ Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk

8/3 Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena

8/4 Philadelphia, PA @ Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing

8/5 Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony Summer Stage

8/7  Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater

8/9 Niagara Falls, NY @ Rapids Theatre*

8/10 Rouyn-Noranda, QC @ Osisko En Lumieres Fest*

9/6 Minneapolis, MN @ The Armory

9/8 Chicago, IL @ Wrigley Field (with Fall Out Boy)

9/9 Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works*

9/11 Austin, TX @ Stubbs Bar-B-Q*

9/12 Houston, TX @ Revention Music Center

9/13 Dallas, TX @ Toyota Music Factory

9/15 Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre

9/16 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

9/17 Boise, ID @ Revolution Concert House

9/19 Bozeman, MT @ Brick Breeden Fieldhouse

9/20 Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Event Centre +

9/21 Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Expo Center, Hall B +

9/23 Vancouver BC @ PNE Forum +

9/24 Seattle, WA @ WaMu Theater

9/25 Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom

9/28 Concord, CA @ Concord Pavilion

9/29 Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl*

9/30  Irvine, CA @ FivePoint Amphitheatre

*not a Live Nation date

+on sale to general public beginning April 6 at 10am local time

Rise Against at No. 1

RISE AGAINST’S “THE VIOLENCE” IS NO. 1AT ACTIVE ROCK RADIO

Single Is From Band’s New Album, WOLVES, Which Debuted At No. 1

On Billboard’s Alternative, Top Rock and Hard Rock Albums Charts

“The Violence” – the first single from Rise Against’s new album, WOLVES (Virgin Records) – takes the top spot this week on Mediabase’s Active Rock chart. Rolling Stone said, “‘The Violence’ is packed with jagged guitar riffs and rumbling drums that combine with Tim McIlrath punchy vocals to create a furious tension that finally bursts with a soaring chorus.” View the lyric video for “The Violence” HERE.

WOLVES debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative, Top Rock and Hard Rock albums charts. In a five-star review, Kerrang, said, “The world may be getting worse, but Rise Against are still getting better.”

Rise Against – comprising Tim McIlrath (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Zach Blair (lead guitar), Joe Principe (bass) and Brandon Barnes (drums) – will kick off a North American headline tour on September 14. They will be joined by special guests Pierce the Veil and White Lung. Every pair of tickets for the upcoming fall headline dates includes a physical copy of WOLVES. Visit http://www.riseagainst.com for additional information.

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