NASHVILLE |DT: October 24, 2012
TUNE IN:
TONIGHT (WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24) TO WATCH
THE DARKNESS’ LOS ANGELES CONCERT
AIRING LIVE NATIONWIDE ON AXS TV
AT (10:00 PM PDT)
The multi-platinum British rock group THE DARKNESS have returned to the U.S. for two one-night-only shows. The second and final U.S show is tonight,Wednesday, October 24, in Los Angeles at Club Nokia. Be sure to tune to see the thunderous power of the band as their concert is broadcast live as an exclusive television event on AXS TV at 10:00 PDT.
THE DARKNESS—JUSTIN HAWKINS (vocals/guitars), DAN HAWKINS (guitars/backing vocals), FRANKIE POULLAIN (bass) and ED GRAHAM (drums)–are currently in the midst of a worldwide tour supporting Lady Gaga to support their critically acclaimed third studio album HOT CAKES out on Wind-up (see link to critical soundbites here: http://msopr.com/files/critical_quotes30.pdf). In a recent live review during the Monster Ball tour The Independent (U.K.) noted that group “Deliver a shameless feel-good stadium rock show like no one else alive” (9/16/12). HOT CAKES was produced by the band’s JUSTINand DAN HAWKINS with long-time collaborator Nick Brine and mixed by Bob Ezrin. The resulting 11-song cycle delivers the epic rock anthems and infectious pop choruses the band have become renowned for worldwide.
Critics quotes from the first show this past Sunday (October 21) in New York City at Terminal 5:
“Hands down the most entertaining rock show you can see these days…”
— BLACK BOOK MAGAZINE, October 22, 2012
“There is truly nothing better than a well crafted song and The Darkness are skilled masters. The songs go beyond the thunderous riff or the catchy hooks; each song is laced with intricate guitar fills and nuances that bring them to life. Combine that with Justin’s falsetto voice and lyrics that strike a perfect balance of double entendres and tongue and cheek humor, so when it all comes together live… its explosive!”
–Robert Cavuoto, GUITAR INTERNATIONAL.COM, October 23, 2012
www.theactualdarkness.com
www.facebook.com/thedarknessofficial
https://twitter.com/#!/TheDarkness
Press Releases: http://www.msopr.com/n/client-roster/the-darkness1/
About AXS TV:
Launched in July 2012 under the vision and stewardship of entrepreneur Mark Cuban, AXS TV is the premier destination for live events, breaking news, and as-they-are-happening trends in the worlds of pop culture, music, fashion, and entertainment. AXS TV Concerts is the premier source on television for 100% live music. From multi-day festivals to stadium tours to club acts, AXS TV delivers an unparalleled shared experience for fans of all genres. Leveraging the network’s vast landscape, artists expand their reach to live behind-the-scenes moments, live fan Q&As, social media engagement and more unique opportunities specifically for the AXS TV audience. With multiple live concerts weekly, AXS TV is the number one destination for artists and their fans to experience and share a pure live event in the world of music and pop culture. Live LIVE! The largest independently owned and operated network, AXS TV was developed by entrepreneur Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin. The network partners include Mark Cuban, AEG, Ryan Seacrest Media and Creative Artists Agency (CAA). AXS TV is available in the U.S. via AT&T U-verse, Charter, Comcast/Xfinity, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, Suddenlink, Verizon FiOS, and other TV providers. Visit www.axs.tv for more information.
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For THE DARKNESS publicity, contact MSO:
Libby Coffey/MSO 818-380-0400 x224, LCoffey@msopr.com
Mitch Schneider/MSO 818-380-0400 x235, MSchneider@msopr.com
