Nov 19 2013

Sectara Inks Deal with Dark Star Records

Dark Star Records is pleased to announce that it has Inked a deal with the experimental Chicago based progressive metal band Sectara. This unique band whose primary focus since their 2006 formation has been the development of an aggressively original sound. With a combined appreciation for classic bands such as Voivod, Cynic, Death, Godflesh, Napalm Death, Tool, Kyuss, Faith No More, Mr. Bungle, and Macabre, Sectara have achieved something monumental with the completion of their debut full length recording. With the immensely creative production skills of Grammy award winning producer Neil Kernon, Sectara’s album “Interstellar Terror” helps to define new boundaries for the current aggressive music landscape. Also, Bruce Lamont and Matt Mclellund of Yakuza made guest saxophone and vocal appearances on the album along with Corporate Death of Macabre, who does guest vocals and guitar solos. The new album “Interstellar Terror” is now available worldwide at iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Amazon, Rhapsody and more via Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Sectara will be hosting a Special Album Release Party at “The Exit” in Chicago Illinois on December 8th 2013.
The Exit is located at 1315 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 www.exitchicago.net

Watch the New “Interstellar Terror” Sci-Fi Promo Video by Sectara:

Sectara is: Ryan Logsdon – guitar and vocals, Alan Russell – guitar,
Garrett Scanlan – drums, Paul Herzog – bass and vocals

Buy the New Album “Interstellar Terror” by Sectara at iTunes:

For More Info on Sectara go to:

www.facebook.com/Sectaraband

Nov 16 2013

Stream The Entire Jezebeth Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Right Here via Spotify

To Purchase the Movie, Soundtrack and Merchandise Go To:

www.jezebeth.com/store

Nov 13 2013

Available Christmas Eve, The Epic Single “Black Crows” From Singer Songwriter Jenny Franck

https://soundcloud.com/darkstarrecords/black-crows-by-jenny-franck

We are pleased to Announce that 6519 Worldwide, Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment will be releasing the epic single “Black Crows” from singer songwriter Jenny Franck. The Single along with the music video will be released on Christmas Eve Day 2013.

The song “Black Crows” features Michael James (founder of IndieProMix) on lead guitar. This is one of her songs that tap into a serious, dark place. As the title indicates, it is a symbolic marker to what is holding her down. The fusion of acoustics, electronics and its dark undertone is one of many powerful moments of this song. The chorus becomes a crescendo, taking you into the darkest point of the song. It’s comparable to the energy of the ocean’s waves. Majestic to witness yet contain such raw power. Jenny’s song grabs you the same way.

BIOGRAPHY:

Jenny Franck is a rising star from the Chicagoland area, with an ever growing passion for music. Her love first started with the piano, evolving to guitar. Her signature sound is heavy, with a twist of grunge and a voice that captures the soul. Her inspirations have influenced her direction. They are rooted from artists like Nirvana, Stone Temple Pilots, Silverchair, Elliot Smith, and Alice in Chains. Her evolution has been personal, musical, and spiritual, in developing her writing along with her collaborative efforts. The passion you hear through her music is done like no other, delivering her life’s events and emotions with such intelligence and grace. She says it in style each and every time through some of the best grunge/punk/rock music on the planet.

Nov 13 2013

Just Released, The Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun Official Movie Trailer Scored by Chris Thomas (CSI), (LOST)

SGL Entertainment is pleased to announce that it has just released the official movie trailer for the vampire western film “Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun”. “It’s the year 1881 and the outlaw vampires Jezebeth and Billie Gunn, now bitter enemies have parted ways after a human child is gunned down in cold blood. Now after 130 years that same child who became a vampire is used by the outlaw Billie Gunn as bait to lure Jezebeth back to the land where it all began for a bloody final showdown at high noon. The movie stars Ana Santos as Jezebeth and Reyna Rios as Billie Gunn along with Ruby Gonzalez, Frank Warpeha, Drake Mefestta, Stephanie Ann Lison, Jeff Lison, Gwen Bartolini, Jennifer Bartolini, Gracie Serrano, Skylar Serrano, Ian Serrano, Pinelope Love, Nelly Souders and Ray R. Wise. Both the movie and the trailer were scored by the award winning film composer Chris Thomas, who recently scored the animated film, Cadaver, starring Kathy Bates and Christopher Lloyd. Chris also scored music for CSI and the Popular Television show LOST. Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun was Written and Directed by Damien Dante and Produced by Damien Dante and Jeffrey A. Swanson with ADR by William Shary and Scott Caputo of Studio 32 out of Chicago. The movie was edited by David OBrient Jr. and Scored by Chris Thomas with Cinematography by Jeffrey A. Swanson. Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun will be Available on Cable Television, Blu-Ray, DVD and on all the latest cutting edge Video On Demand Platforms in 2014 via SGL Entertainment, R-Squared Films and our many other distribution partners.

For More Info on Jezebeth 2 Hour of the Gun Go To:

www.jezebeth.com/jezebeth-2

For More Info on Chris Thomas Go To:

www.christhomasmusic.com

For More Info on SGL Entertainment Go To:

www.sglentertainment.com

Nov 6 2013

Low Twelve Bassist Scores Spector Endorsement

Bassist, singer, and founding member of Low Twelve scored an endorsement deal with Spector Bass Guitars. Pete Altieri is now playing the Alex Webster Signature Model, Euro Series 5XL. PJ Rubal, Artist Relations with Spector, was the one who worked the deal out with Pete for the 5-string bass he was looking for. Pete told him that he needed a brutal low end but with plenty of click to stand out. He also wanted to stick with EMG pickups, as he’s used for many years in Low Twelve. This Spector bass fit the bill and will be a deadly new weapon in Pete’s arsenal. PJ Rubal added:

“It’s great to work with Pete and help him achieve his ultimate bass tone with his new Spector bass.”

Pete started playing bass in 1984 with a cheap Fender copy through a 25-watt combo amp. In the nearly thirty years of metal bass playing, Pete has moved up and continuously upgraded his equipment. He commented, “Getting this Spector bass is like a dream come true. The incredible talent at Spector and the world class woods and hardware have made them among the best in the world. I’ve been happy with the bass I was playing before, but once I plugged the Spector into my bass rig – I was completely blown away at the improvement in my tone. Not to mention a bigger overall presence which will hold down the low in Low Twelve for many years to come!”

The Alex Webster Signature Model is named after the incredibly talented bassist for death metal monsters Cannibal Corpse. The model is only available as a 5-string bass in black gloss. They offer an alternative “drip pattern” in a wicked blood spatter on the body. Pete chose the black gloss without the drip pattern for his first Spector bass.

Low Twelve just celebrated their 15-year anniversary this past summer, and released their fifth CD “Skin in the Game” on Dark Star Records. Low Twelve has played more than 350 shows and toured the US, supporting national acts such as Cannibal Corpse, Gwar, Chimaira, Pro-Pain, Mastodon, Mobile Deathcamp, and more. Low Twelve has also been featured in several horror movie sound tracks to include “Jig Saw”, “Jezebeth II Hour of the Gun”, and most recently two songs on “Butcher Boys” from the creator of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

Low Twelve is Pete Altieri (bass/lead vocals), Meister (guitar/vocals), Les Aldridge (guitar), and Travis Waterman (drums). They are based in Bloomington Illinois since their inception in July of 1998.

For more info on the band go to:

www.facebook.com/lowtwelveofficial

www.twitter.com/lowtwelve

For More Info on Spector Basses go to:

www.spectorbass.com

Nov 4 2013

Bloody Mary Appearing Live In Chicago on the Mancow Show

Dark Star Records Artists Bloody Mary will be appearing live on the Mancow Talk Show Thursday Morning, November 7th 2013. Tune in between 6 am to 8 am Chicago time. Watch their interview and performance live on Channel 8 My50 Chicago WPWR. For more details go to: www.mancow.com

Oct 29 2013

Worldwide Release of “Strangers” The Arenna Mix by The Blushing Gun

6519 Worldwide along with Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment have just released the ultimate dance mix EP “Strangers” The Arenna Mix by The Blushing Gun. Pick up the new EP on iTunes, Rhapsody, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon and More !!!

Oct 26 2013

“Not Human” World Premiere Music Video Featuring Jeff Swan and Slave Driver Featured at NME Magazine

Jeff Swan from the band Slave Driver

The World Premiere of “Not Human” a new music video featuring Jeff Swan and Slave Driver is featured at NME Magazine. NME Magazine is one of the most popular and successful rock magazines in the world, and has featured some of the Biggest Platinum Artists on it’s covers. The song Not Human was originaly featured in The Day of the Dead, a horror film Written, Directed and Produced by Ricardo Islas. The bands original lineup featured Jeff Swan, John Babila and Bill Gingrich. The song Not Human is featured on the Resurrection in Black Album. For this Album the Musicians included Jeff Swan, Blair Lehman, Phil Di Maso and Bill Gingrich. Check out the new music video NOT HUMAN at NME MAGAZINE. Click on the Link Below to Watch:

http://www.nme.com/musicvideos/slave-driver-not-human/2076524

The Music Video “NOT HUMAN” was released by Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment on
October 13, 2013 For More Info Go To: www.jeffswan.net

Oct 15 2013

Dark Star Records Would Like to Commend Baby D Frost For 5 Years of Awesome Service

All of us at Dark Star Records would like to thank our Administrative Manager Baby D Frost for 5 years of Awesome service. “I remember first meeting Baby D Frost at Indianapolis Metal Fest II in 2008” quotes Label President Jeffrey A Swanson “This hot looking blonde came over to our booth and did some shots of Jagermeister with Me and the VP Lloyd Freeze”. “She said I should work for you guys, I could promote the hell out of you. So, we gave her some post cards to pass out and wow, the next thing you know she’s doing photo ops with Mistress Juliya and the bands from Indianapolis Metal Fest II, and getting tons of people to sign up for the Dark Star Records Mailing List”. “She’s been working with us ever since” and Yes!!! She’s a Real Samurai!!!

So, on the 5 year anniversary of working with the talented Baby D Frost who is not only our Administrative Manager, but is also a Model and an Actress, we would like to Commend her on her dedication and service. Baby D Frost played a key role in the successful movie JEZEBETH and also worked closely with Jeffrey A Swanson and the Director Damien Dante. Baby D Frost traveled all the way from Indiana to Wisconsin to help us complete our movie, and she never missed a day of filming. “Baby D Frost” We Love You Baby!!! and Thank You!!!

Oct 14 2013

World Premiere Music Video of Not Human by Slave Driver

Jeff Swan from Slave Driver

We are pleased to announce that Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment have just released the new music video for the song NOT HUMAN by the band SLAVE DRIVER. The song was also featured in The Day of the Dead, a horror film Written, Directed and Produced by Ricardo Islas. The bands original lineup featured Jeff Swan, John Babila and Bill Gingrich. The song Not Human is featured on the Resurrection in Black Album. For this Album the Musicians included Jeff Swan, Blair Lehman, Phil Di Maso and Bill Gingrich. Their Classic CD “JUDGEMENT DAY” released in 1998 kicked off the bands career. The track L.A.’s Burning was included in the Sci-fi Thriller “CARNIVORE”, and is also on the films Original Motion Picture Soundtrack out on Dark Star Records and Sony Music Entertainment as of August 20, 2002. The soundtrack includes: L.A. Guns, Holland, Nitro, Madison Rhoades and more. Carnivore the movie is now being distributed in the USA by 20th CENTURY FOX. To promote the Movie and the Soundtrack, Maderfilm and Dark Star Records shot a video for the song “Mother Mary” performed by Slave Driver and starring “Catherine Chiarelli” of Temptation Island 2 and “Amiee Bravo” from the movie Jigsaw. After only 3 weeks the video had risen to the number 10 position on the National CVC charts and became the 10th most played video in the Nation. And now more than 10 years later, the band resurrected from the ashes, returns with the brand new music video “NOT HUMAN”

RESURRECTION IN BLACK / SLAVE DRIVER: The Heaviest Album to date from Jeff Swan and Slave Driver. This would be the last release from the heavy metal icons known as Slave Driver. Jeff Swan and the band pushed the envelope all the way to the edge with this dark and powerful 3 song EP. Before the band would break up “Slave Driver” would perform in front of a crowd of thousands at the Milwaukee Metalfest XVII.