talisman Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 I created a thread about The Virginmarys a couple of years ago predicting big things for them. It's taken some time but they've finally released their debut album 'King Of Conflict' this week (feb 3rd) on both sides of the atlantic. Currently at number 4 on the US iTunes rock album chart it has been getting largely positive reviews. I've listened to it quite alot and although i feel they've played it quite safe with some of the songs it still ranks personally as one of the best rock albums of this century so far. Also i know there are alot of guitarists/musicians who use this forum and i think many of you will be pretty impressed with the quality of guitar work on the record - it's big on riffs and solo's. For those that fancy a listen iTunes https://itunes.apple...ion/id583354710 Album Trailer King Of Conflict Single Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huw Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 Fantastic band, our little town is very proud of them! The VMs have been an inspiration to the local scene for a while. If you want to suceed in the music world do what they did: lots of hard work, reherse, reherse, reherse, write songs, work on them. make them sound great, make the band sound tight as hell... They are the real thing folks - catch on to them early, you won't be disappointed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted February 8, 2013 Author Share Posted February 8, 2013 Just a Ride is currently iTunes 'Single of the Week' There are 2 versions available (album and acoustic) both are great and they're free to download (just for this week) https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/just-a-ride-single/id595753224 https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/just-ride-stripped-recording/id596158810 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maven2blue Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 About a month ago, I picked up Dead Man's Shoes from a Spotify promotion and put in my starred list. I haven't had time to explore more of their music. I'm glad you made this thread. I'll put them at the top of my list the next time that I go looking for new music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 US Tour announced April 2 2013 DC9 with IAMDYNAMITE Washington, USA April 3 2013 Northstar Bar with IAMDYNAMITE Philadelphia, USA April 4 2013 The Studio @ Webster Hall with IAMDYNAMITE New York, USA April 5 2013 Firehouse 13 with IAMDYNAMITE Providence, USA April 8 2013 Great Scott with IAMDYNAMITE Allston, USA April 9 2013 The Club at Water Street with IAMDYNAMITE Rochester, USA April 10 2013 Brillobox with IAMDYNAMITE Pittsburgh, USA April 12 2013 The Basement with IAMDYNAMITE Columbus, USA April 13 2013 The Shelter with IAMDYNAMITE Detroit, USA April 14 2013 Beat Kitchen with IAMDYNAMITE Chicago, USA April 16 2013 The Frequency with IAMDYNAMITE Madison, USA April 17 2013 Firebird with IAMDYNAMITE Saint Louis, USA More US dates coming soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huw Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Tha album is on Spotify for anyone wanting to check it out before buying. There's also a "track by track" version with Ally & the boys talking about each song in turn. Just saw in my FB feed that BBC Radio 1 has them at #11 in the Indie Album chart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted February 21, 2013 Author Share Posted February 21, 2013 More US Tour dates now added Apr 18 Rogue Bar Scottsdale, AZ Apr 21 The Parish- Austin Austin, TX Apr 25 The Crescent Ballroom Phoenix, AZ Apr 25 Crescent Ballroom Phoenix, AZ Apr 26 The Palms Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, NV May 03 Black Sheep Colorado Springs, CO May 04 Marquis Theater Denver, CO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted February 21, 2013 Author Share Posted February 21, 2013 Dressed To Kill - one of the best and most popular songs off King Of Conflict Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted February 22, 2013 Author Share Posted February 22, 2013 Just a Ride video released on youtube today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talisman Posted March 9, 2013 Author Share Posted March 9, 2013 King Of Conflict reviews - The majority of the reviews have now been published, and they are overwhelmingly positive, praising the bands songcraft, lyrics, musicianship, and quality of their songs. The few negatives generally focus on them not being original enough and that the album doesn't let up on the rock and could have done with some light and shade to give it some balance. Listed below are the review sites/publications that have given a score along with their critique. Fortitude 5/5 Big Cheese 5/5 Stereoboard 5/5 Liquid Hip 9.1/10 Viva Le Rock! 9/10 Subnoise.Es 9/10 Hit The Floor 9/10 Alternative Addiction 4.5/5 USA tODAY 3.5/4 Kerrang 4/5 Guitarist 4/5 music OMH 4/5 State 4/5 Indie London 4/5 Metal Hammer 8/10 No Ripcord 7/10 Illuminae 3/5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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