Gröezrock adds Rocket from the Crypt, Frank Turner, Samiam
Belgium's Groezrock Festival has announced a second block of bands for the upcoming 2013 edition of the festival. The new additions include: Rocket From The Crypt, Frank…
January 31, 2013

At the Drive-In announce reissues of 'Acrobatic Tenement' and 'Relationship of Command'
At the Drive-In has announced plans to reissue both their first and last full lengths in the coming months. 1996's Acrobatic Tenement is expected on March 5, 2013 and 2001's…
January 29, 2013

Sparta recording, touring
After regrouping last year for a short tour, Sparta - which was formed by Jim Ward, Paul Hinojos, and Tony Hajjar of At the Drive-In - have announced…
January 14, 2013

Media: Sparta: "Chemical Feel"
Sparta has unveiled their first new material in six years: a song titled "Chemical Feel." You can check out the song from Alternative Press. The band is also giving the song away as a…
May 17, 2012

Tours: Sparta / Ki:Theory
Sparta have announced their first tour dates in a number of years. The band did reunite in their hometown last year but haven't left the state since 2007. The band is, of…
May 03, 2012

Tours: The Mars Volta will release 'Noctourniquet' in March
Though their other project has commanded the lion's share of attention these past few days, The Mars Volta has announced a new full length titled Noctourniquet. It's due out…
January 20, 2012

Tours: At The Drive-In to reunite
Alternative Press is reporting that seminal post-hardcore band At the Drive-In will be reuniting, after 11 years apart. They have launched…
January 09, 2012

Media: Jim Ward (At the Drive-In, Sparta) shopping at Amoeba Records
Amoeba.com has posted a new installment of "What's in My Bag" featuring Jim Ward of At The Drive-In and Sparta fame. The series talks to artists about what they found…
December 28, 2011

Punknews Podcast: The week of August 9, 2011
We've got a doozy for ya this week on the Punknews Podcast. Bryne Yancey, Adam White and Justin August tackle both the London riots' claiming the Sony DADC warehouse as well as the issues surrounding Spotify. Plus we talk…
August 11, 2011

Punknews Podcast: Sparta announce first show in three years, new album
After a three-year hiatus Sparta will reconvene for a show on November 17 in their hometown of El Paso, TX. In addition to the show, the band has plans to hit the studio this fall to begin work on their fourth LP. More info on the show is available…
August 09, 2011