Say-10 Dispatches
The Riot Before

The Riot Before: Episode 1

Our latest series of Dispatches comes courtesy of Richmond, Virginia's The Riot Before who have just embarked on their first tour of Europe. In today's episode, vocalist/guitarist Brett Adams discuses his pre-tour thoughts. Tune in later this week for more of the band's tales from the road.

Dispatches
Dirty Tactics

Dirty Tactics (Issue 2)

Philadelphia's Dirty Tactics recently hit the studio to pen the followup to their 2008 EP, Gangster Stamina. The band's Gary Viteri checks in with their studio progress. Not only that, but Dirty Tactics will be offering a free rough-mix of a song with each Dispatch. Tonight's song is "The Process."

Dispatches
Franz Nicolay

Franz Nicolay: Episode 1

Today, we've got a brand new set of tour diaries coming from Franz Nicolay, multi-instrumentalist and member of The Hold Steady and World/Inferno Friendship Society. The shows are in support of his newly released debut. The record is titled Major General and his band features Brian Viglione (Dresden Dolls), Yula Be'eri (ex-World/Inferno), & Jared Scott (Demander). Other guests include Peter Hess (Balkan Beat Box) and lyrics on two songs by Jack Terricloth (World/Inferno).

Dispatches
Dirty Tactics

Dirty Tactics (Issue 1)

Philadelphia's Dirty Tactics recently hit the studio to pen the followup to their 2008 EP, Gangster Stamina. The band's Gary Viteri checks in with their studio progress. Not only that, but Dirty Tactics will be offering a free rough-mix of a song with each Dispatch. Tonight's song is "Baltimore."

Smallman Dispatches
Comeback Kid

Comeback Kid (Episode 5)

Comeback Kid are out on tour in Europe and have sent us in some notes from the road. Today's their last dispatch - we've enjoyed having them and hope they get back here safely! They released Broadcasting… in 2007 and Through The Noise last October. Their other episodes are here: Episode 1, Episode 2 Episode 3, Episode 4.

No Idea Dispatches
Bridge and Tunnel (Episode 1)

Bridge and Tunnel (Episode 1)

Brooklyn's Queens, NY's Bridge and Tunnel are currently in Europe, touring it up. Drummer Pat Schram sent us this update on their status. The band released their critically lauded East/West in 2008 and is doing a European release of a 7" this year via Yo-Yo Records. After they get back, they'll head out with Propagandhi (dates) and roll through Canada with Yesterday's Ring (dates).

Smallman Dispatches
Comeback Kid

Comeback Kid (Episode 4)

Comeback Kid are out on tour in Europe and have sent us in some notes from the road. The band will also appear at Groezrock. They released Broadcasting… in 2007 and Through The Noise last October. Their other episodes are here: Episode 1, Episode 2 Episode 3.

Smallman Dispatches
Comeback Kid

Comeback Kid (Episode 3)

Comeback Kid are out on tour in Europe and have sent us in some notes from the road. The band will also appear at Groezrock. They released Broadcasting… in 2007 and Through The Noise last October. Their other episodes are here: Comeback Kid (Episode 1), Comeback Kid (Episode 2).

Smallman Dispatches
Comeback Kid

Comeback Kid (Episode 2)

Comeback Kid are out on tour in Europe and have sent us in some notes from the road. The band will also appear at Groezrock. They released Broadcasting… in 2007 and Through The Noise last October. Their first Episode is here: Comeback Kid (Episode 1)

Smallman Dispatches
Comeback Kid

Comeback Kid (Episode 1)

 Comeback Kid are out on tour in Europe and have sent us in some notes from the road. The band will also appear at Groezrock.  They released Broadcasting… in 2007 and Through The Noise last October.