Thanks to my buddy Tim’s trustee new sidekick, his iPhone 3Gs, we now have video footage from our Artscape set. Although it doesn’t capture the true live rock sound of RtS, it’s footage no less. Take a peep and tell us what you think. And, thanks again for all of those who came out to support us after a year on hiatus.

Sudden Burst of Red

Celebrate

Here’s the skinny:

Saturday, July 18, 7:00pm. Metro Gallery, Baltimore (I know, it isn’t listed). Artscape, so leave plenty of travel time.

RTS almost made it a year without playing a show. Help break the cycle.

No more than just two days after posting an acoustic version of our new song, The Good Mourning Sun, do I have a fantastic gem for ya’ll. Our Sunday practice proved to be more productive than most, and we have officially finished the full band version of this new tune. On top of that, we videotaped ourselves rehearsing the song, so I threw together a little music video. It’s very dramatic. My hope was to make it feel like a movie trailer since I think it sounds like it could be used as the closing credits of a movie. Enjoy.

Here is the acoustic version of a new song called “The Good Mourning Sun.” We can not wait to finish the full band version of this. We’ve already begun to translate it into an official RtS song, and it’s already taken on a new form that is totally rad. Although this video has a very folk-y feel, the full band version is very dark and ominous…which in my mind equals great. Enjoy.

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Hey everyone, Mike here— Even though this post may have nothing to do with what’s going on with the band, I thought I’d spread the word about some artists who I’ve been keeping my eye on for a while now. If you’ve got a few minutes, go and check them out.

Here’s the list, in no specific order:

1. Blaine Fontana
2. Sylvia Ji
3. Jeff Soto
4. Mike Giant
5. Kurt Halsey

PS: I created a Flickr page with some of my own artwork on it. Go and check it out. Leave comments. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikevanmeter/

So when we were practicing/recording last time Ryan Lee Roth was dressed as an old HC sXe singer and we were both reminiscing about Earth Crisis’ Firestorm lyrics.  This, in turn, made me think about great music paramount I had had throughout my life and I thought I may share some of them with you, well the three I can recall immediately.

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There is a lot to discuss from the RtS camp. New song, new practice space and recording has officially begun. For the sake of this entry, let’s limit the talking points to the former. We have a new song to premiere. It’s called “One of Two.” A song which started as just an acoustic song, then piano ballad, has turned into a two organ, guitar, bass and drums opus. Though it’s not a video that we will likely see gracing the primetime slot of MTV, it will certainly give you a sense of what “One of Two” sounds like as a full band. We hope you enjoy.

We have a song called “Future Listeners.” In short, the song is centered around the idea that many people (including myself) have strong opinions about the horrible course of the nation/war, but are too lazy to change said course (including myself), thusly making us no better than the people that we negatively critique. We’re a bunch of listeners, and not do’ers. And our complacency will unfortunately continue on like a broken record long into the future. Just kickin’ back and listening to Bob Dylan records doesn’t make us activists. By no means are we a political band, or freedom writers, the song was written purely based on observation.

With that said, since we don’t have a live video of this song, nor a good version recorded, I thought I would post an “acoustified” video of it. It’s got a different feel and groove to it, but have a listen anyway. Look out for a good “electrified” recording of it soon.

Hey everyone, Mike here. I know it’s been a while since we’ve updated our myspace with some new music, so I figured I’d post some demo versions of three new (or newer) songs. Remember, they are demo versions, but I’d say they’re pretty good quality compared to most demo versions of recordings I’ve heard over the years.

Go to our myspace, give them a listen— and let us know what you think!

-Mike

FROM THE DEPTHS...

Hey all…this is Jon.  Just wanted to say thanks so much to all the people that came out to the Ottobar the other Friday for the show.  It was amazing what a nice sound system/engineer does to help the live sound.  I was thinking the other day and telling the guys that this October will be two years for me playing in the band.  It has been bumpy at times but I think as a band we have all gelled pretty damn well.  I had a great time at the Ottobar and realized I may need to wear more eyeliner….it’s the missing ingredient I have been looking for in the 10 year quest to be a pop-punk/hardcore/metal/rock bassist.  Anyways, I really enjoyed the show and hope that we can play soon or pick up recording to send some new tunes all your way.  Take care all and thanks again for the support.