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Ludo Announces New Album and Tour and Funny or Die Video

Ludo have announced a new tour and set the release of their new album, Prepare The Preparations, which will hit stores on September 7th via Island Records.

Paving the way for their new album's release is "Whipped Cream," a new single breaking at rock radio formats, with a viral video that was featured on the front page of Will Ferrell's Funny or Die comedy website here

With all the elements in place, Ludo will return to the road with a mammoth 29-city headlining U.S. tour, kicking off September 9th at the Metro in Chicago, concluding five weeks later on October 15th at the Eagles Club (The Rave) in Milwaukee. In advance of the big tour, Ludo will play the biannual Pointfest in their hometown of St. Louis on August 14th (with Stone Sour, Puddle of Mudd, Flyleaf), sponsored by alternative radio powerhouse KPNT 105.7, The Point. - more on this story

Sh*t Robot Beats Guns N' Roses By Taking Over 20 Years to Produce An Album

If you thought Guns N' Roses Chinese Democracy took a long time to emerge, wait until you read this: Twenty-one years. It may sound like a long time, or maybe it's just right. For Sh*t Robot, it is the number of years that it took put all of the pieces together and live all of the experiences and hear all of the sounds that would ultimately lead to From The Cradle To The Rave, due out September 21st via DFA Records. It is the first proper album from this Irish born DJ and veteran of the New York club scene, and it is worth the wait.

To understand Sh*t Robot, one must understand the man behind the name: Marcus Lambkin. Growing up in a "dodgy neighborhood" on the outskirts of Dublin, Marcus was a teenage punk looking for a way out a rain-soaked country. It was around that time when friends brought back from London a new sound called Acid House, and it felt like a revolution. Indeed it was. Suddenly things seemed possible. Adventure was on the horizon and in 1992, with Dublin's club scene on its way out, Marcus left Ireland behind for New York.

What's an up-and-coming DJ/cabinet maker to do when in New York? As it turns out, the answer is both. But one came before the other. Marcus secured a gig playing at Brownies in New York - it was these early gigs, playing to mostly empty dancefloors, where Marcus learned how to mix and DJ properly. By 1994, Marcus was making a name for himself, bringing Euro anthems and trip-hop to New York. After playing a gig at Nation, Marcus secured a residency at the iconic club night Save The Robots, and his status was secured as a mainstay on the New York club circuit. But at its peak during the Club Kids era, the club scene became something unrecognizable to Marcus. By 2000, he had had enough and made the decision to quit DJing. But that decision came to be a rebirth of sorts. - more on this story

Lissie's Online Bully Preview

Entertainment Weekly's Music Mix blog premiered Lissie's song "Bully" from her debut full-length album, Catching A Tiger, which will be released in the U.S. on August 17th via Fat Possum.

The track's sweeping, piano-led classic pop can now be streamed exclusively today right here. Catching A Tiger, produced by Jacquire King (Kings Of Leon, Norah Jones, Modest Mouse) and Bill Reynolds (of Band of Horses), expands upon the resonant alt-country and haunting, soulful ballads of last fall's arresting Why You Runnin' EP (Fat Possum).

Exhibiting Lissie's remarkable range and versatility, the album is a seamless union of classic, early '60s-flavored pop ("Bully," "Stranger," "Everywhere I Go"), stirring, spirited folk ("Little Lovin', "Look Away"), and brilliant, unbridled pop/rock ("In Sleep," "When I'm Alone"). Catching A Tiger revolves around her stunning voice - powerful and achingly raw - and has already caught fire in UK press following its late June release overseas: Clash recently declared "Her country-infused Americana pop-rock is as close to shimmering perfection as it comes". - more on this story

American Idol Jordin Sparks Reaching for New Heights

"American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks is going Broadway as the new Nina Rosario when she makes her Broadway debut in In The Heights on Thursday, August 19, 2010.

20 year old Jordin Sparks will play a limited 12 week engagement through Sunday, November 14, 2010.

Jordin Sparks has been performing from a young age and stands alone as the youngest contestant to ever win "American Idol." At the age of 16, she auditioned for the show and within a few months went on to win the hearts of fans and the Idol judges. She has since become a platinum and award winning recording artist. - more on this story

Loch & Key in September

Loch & Key have set September 7th as the release date for their indie debut release Jupiter's Guide to Submariners.

Founded by former American Music Club and Bedroom Walls guitarist Sean Hoffman and visual artist Leyla Akdogan, Loch & Key have only played a handful of shows since forming in 2008.

With the release of their debut CD, Loch & Key have confirmed several local live dates from August through October including a residency at the Redwood Bar in downtown Los Angeles. - dates

Jenny and Johnny Have Fun With Daily Candy

Jenny and Johnny (Jenny Lewis and Johnathan Rice) sat down (and drove around with) Daily Candy to discuss their new record, I"m Having Fun Now.

In addition to getting a sneak peek of the new tunes, Jenny and Johnny give the 411 on their sweet "new" 1979 blue station wagon. But the fun doesn't stop there, grab the new single "Big Wave" at Daily Candy here.

I'm Having Fun Now will be available via Warner Bros. Records on August 31st. Their tour plans currently kick of the next day in Santa Cruz, Ca. - dates

Mike Posner Up In The Air Tour

Mike Posner has announced his first headlining club tour, The Up In The Air Tour.

The Up In The Air Tour will make 22 stops at premier clubs throughout the country, with shows confirmed through October 15th in Toronto, Canada at the Mod Club.

Posner will be joined by five supporting acts throughout the tour; Far East Movement, Stephen Jerzak, 2AM Club, Bad Rabbits and XV. Additional dates to be announced soon. - dates

Bridal Bootcamp and You're Cut Off Finales

Vh1's Bridal Bootcamp finale airs tonight and You're Cut Off gets cut off next Monday night. Here is the overview Vh1 sent over:

"Bridal Bootcamp" Finale on Wednesday, July 21 @ 10 PM ET: In a special one hour finale the last three brides-to-be compete to have a spot in the last challenge. One bride will win the biggest prize yet while the other two will fight for their right to remain at camp and compete to win their dream wedding.

After an intense competition, the two brides left standing pack their bags and head home to practice what they've learned at camp. Family and friends are shocked at the new and improved appearance of the brides. But soon it's time to head back to camp and give one lucky bride her dream wedding in the most unbelievable and emotional fitting room imaginable. - more on this story

First Aid Kit North American Tour

First Aid Kit has announced the dates for their second North American headlining tour.

The tour begins September 30th and will take the Swedish sisters Klara and Johanna Söderberg from the Vera Project in Seattle, WA, all the way across the country to DC9 in Washington, DC, on October 20th.

Following the May 25th stateside release of their debut full-length The Big Black & The Blue (Wichita), First Aid Kit completed their first U.S. tour in June. - more on this story

Eric Benet Releases New Song

Eric Benet's brand-new single, "Sometimes I Cry" hit radio this week. The track is the first single from Benét's fifth studio album, Lost in Time, which will be released by Reprise Records this fall.

The album is the follow-up to Benét's ultra-romantic 2008 album Love & Life, which was nominated for a 2009 Grammy Award for "Best R&B Album."

Its No. 1 Urban/AC radio single "You're the Only One," was nominated for "Best Male R&B Vocal Performance."
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The Last Train To Clarksville For The Grascals

The Grascals' cover of the 60s classic, "The Last Train To Clarksville" premiered worldwide yesterday at theboot.com.

The video for their current country and bluegrass radio single was directed by Marcel Chagnon (Clay Walker's "She Won't Be Lonely Long"), and was filmed at several Nashville locations in late June.

"We are always looking for ways to bring our music to the people," says Grascals vocalist Jamie Johnson. "This is a historic day for bluegrass music. With the premiere of our video, this is the first-time ever AOL has premiered a bluegrass artist's music video and we are honored to be able to be the first." - more on this story