Pressed for Sound: Tour News: June 2008 Archives

Pressed for Sound

Tour News: June 2008 Archives

Band of the Week: CSS

CSS_2008.jpgBrazilian dance rockers CSS return with its sophomore album, Donkey, on July 22. Until then, the quintet is offering fans the chance to sample their new single, "Left Behind," and download a track that features about thirty seconds of each new song.

The Kills.jpgThe Kills just got finished with a grueling tour last May, supporting their fantastic album, Midnight Boom. This time around, the duo will head out with The Raconteurs on select dates in August, including two nights at the Greek Theatre.

L.A. Spotlight: Aushua

aushua.jpgThis week, our 'L.A. Spotlight' shines on Aushua. The group is composed of four youngsters -- three of them brothers -- who write compelling songs that transform into epic sprawls of overdriven dream-pop. This is a band that you need to keep on your radar.

The Notwist Are Coming to the U.S.

The Notwist.jpgPerfect timing boys. Since our review, and full endorsement, of The Notwist's excellent The Devil, You + Me, the German pop-techs have unleashed a hefty tour schedule that now includes North America.

The VerveA few days ago you heard the new single, "Love is Noise" from The Verve's forthcoming album, now that disc has a track listing and title.