Super Secret Record releases and other band updates

I'm going to try and keep up better with whats going on with the bands tha ti have on the show. I was really interested in just playing stuff that I liked, but I think its a disservice to the bands If I don't also try and promote the new things that they are doing. so to that end.

There are a couple of records either out recently or due soon.

The Ape Shits -
Here is a review of thier record release show"
Austin Chronicle on The Ape-Shits record release show
Link
Live Shots
By Audra Schroeder
The Ape-Shits

Beerland, Feb. 15

Throughout its short history, punk has existed as the scab that just won't heal, constantly picking itself and exposing a new layer. Whereas the genre sprung from societal and political disenchantment, a punk band trying to express genuine disgust in 2008 has to pick a little harder. Local quartet the Ape-Shits has crystallized its bleak world-view in the manic, disheveled energy of its debut on Austin imprint Super Secret Records, La Pollution Culturelle. Celebrating its release Friday, the Ape-Shits picked with gusto, their shows always one lobbed beer can away from total chaos. A shambolic "I Come Alive" and "I Want No One" whipped the soused Friday night crowd into a frenzy, but it was LP highlight "(I See) White People," spit by guitarist Shawn Carpetbagger with a great sing-along chorus, that could become an Austin classic: "They've got blond hair. They've got blue eyes. They watch reruns of Friends and drive north on 35." As the 45-minute set progressed and more libations were consumed, there was an impromptu rendition of "Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be Will Be)" and a couple of G.G. Allin covers. Maybe the stars were aligned just right that night, because a fight broke out near the front of the stage, which resulted in guitarist Dean Beadles and a handful of others escorting a man out of Beerland and the end of the show. The Ape-Shits ripped the scab so fast we didn't feel a thing.

The Vinyl just came out you can order it here.
If you want to order the vinyl version of the Ape Shits record, send $11 via PayPal to supersecretrecords@hotmail.com. The cost is $10 for the record and $1 for PayPal fees.

If you want to send a check, cash, or money order, send $10 to:

Super Secret Records

PO Box 1585

Austin, TX 78767
All titles are priced as postage paid in the United States. If you live outside the U.S., please contact us at supersecretrecords@hotmail.com and well work something out for postage. Wholesale buyers, please contact Nail Distribution.

Faceless Werewolves

Pardon Me, Are Those Your Claws On My Back? CD Release Date March 11, 2008! Although the national release is as mentioned above you can get a copy a few days in advance. The album will be available at an intimate but still full volume performance at Waterloo Records in Austin, TX Friday March 07, 2008 (5 PM FREE!). The Werewolves are also having a CD release party the following Saturday night at Beerland to be followed by a SXSW performance the following week. Also, stay tuned for an exclusive Valentine's Day Free download and other pre-release audio previews this Thursday February 14th.

The Urgencies
New Drummer Jillian. Second Full Length out now.

The Grinding Wheels New LP in March
Dead Girls and Graveyards! They still have a little tweaking to do and should have this baby out just in time for South By Southwest.


Alright thats it for this update. I'll try to get that podcast up this week.

TEXAS ROLLERGIRLS SEASON OPENER

I am designing the Silk Screen Poster for this event. In preperation for that I had to use the concept for the Digital version as well. of course the final silk screen will not have all of the type treatment that this has, and will be more pure. This years posters are all going to be based on Comic Book Covers. I obviously used the EC/Tales from the Crypt/ Horror comics for this one.
New Podcast this Week. I got some good Austin Punk bands to throw in this time around.

2008 Season Opener - March Madness

After a long, dark winter, a new season has finally arrived to the heart of Texas—a season that heralds the sounds of young skaters pounding the crap out of each other and the fresh scent of skate pads ripening on the track. That season, of course, is roller derby season, the loveliest season of them all!

Derby turns over its new leaf on Sunday, March 2nd, as those divas in purple and silver, the Hustlers, face off against the rough-and-ready Honky Tonk Heartbreakers. Both of these teams made out like bandits during the off-season draft pick, adding some of the most talented skaters in the country to their rosters. The teams are well matched in skill and desire, and this bout is sure to signal the "ones to watch" for 2008.

The second bout the evening is a rematch of the smokin' 2007 championship match-up, showcasing the scrappiest schoolgirls on 4 wheels, the Hell Marys, versus the formidable Hotrod Honeys. After a tough loss back in August, the "always-a-bridesmaid, never-a-bride" Honeys are looking to go all the way to the championship altar this season. Come out to Playland, Sunday, March 2nd and see it all unfold!

We rollergirls are badasses on the track, but when a sister takes a tumble -- on her skates or in her life -- we lend a helping hand. Our spotlight charity on March 2 is the YWCA of Greater Austin. Incorporated in 1907, the YWCA of Greater Austin is committed to providing women and girls with opportunities for life-long learning through workshops, groups, classes, community service and fund-raising events.

What: Texas

Rollergirls Season Opener

Date: Sunday, March 2
Time: Doors @ 6:30
Place: Playland Skate Center (8822 McCann; 183 & Burnet)
Tix: $12 in advance; $15 at the door. Buy tickets online now.

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Multimedia Games Burrito Jam

For the last couple of years my new workplace, Multimedia Games has had a charity event benefitting Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Being new I was asked to create the artwork for this years event.
Here is the Art. I went with this kind of Dr. Strangelove meets Frreebirds thing.

Freebirds is donating the burritos. If you'd like to donate some money to BBBS on my behalf please do so by going here Link