September 9 street date. Starting in 1996, Cigar could've been a major contender in 21st century punk. Pennywise's Fletcher Dragge was taken by the trio's love of melody and straight-up acceleration, which led to the band aligning themselves with SoCal label Theologian Records for their Dragge-produced debut album, 1999's "Speed Is Relative". For the next six years, Cigar lived the punk life by relocating to San Diego, appearing on some skate-punk compilations and videos while waiting for their lane to open. And during that time, the members' lives began to change, from creating families to exploring other musical interests. But here in 2022, with drummer Jon Sortland having acquired a playing resume that includes the Shins, Broken Bells and EV Kain, and Jonathan Hischke joining the band on bass, Cigar are ready for reignition with their new full-length "The Visitor". In 10 tracks, Cigar easily shatter preconceived notions of young listeners and long-in-the-tooth poonks, alike. "The Visitor" doesn't let up on velocity or honesty: No detours in the form of four-minute acoustic love songs, trite hip-hop beats or other sonic concessions. Cigar are skate-punk personified, with a well-tuned engine and the knowledge that in punk, only you determine your glory days.
September 9 street date. Starting in 1996, Cigar could've been a major contender in 21st century punk. Pennywise's Fletcher Dragge was taken by the trio's love of melody and straight-up acceleration, which led to the band aligning themselves with SoCal label Theologian Records for their Dragge-produced debut album, 1999's "Speed Is Relative". For the next six years, Cigar lived the punk life by relocating to San Diego, appearing on some skate-punk compilations and videos while waiting for their lane to open. And during that time, the members' lives began to change, from creating families to exploring other musical interests. But here in 2022, with drummer Jon Sortland having acquired a playing resume that includes the Shins, Broken Bells and EV Kain, and Jonathan Hischke joining the band on bass, Cigar are ready for reignition with their new full-length "The Visitor". In 10 tracks, Cigar easily shatter preconceived notions of young listeners and long-in-the-tooth poonks, alike. "The Visitor" doesn't let up on velocity or honesty: No detours in the form of four-minute acoustic love songs, trite hip-hop beats or other sonic concessions. Cigar are skate-punk personified, with a well-tuned engine and the knowledge that in punk, only you determine your glory days.
September 27 street date. Complete 22-track collection of The Cigarettes entire recorded output. CD version includes 20-page booklet. It was at the tail end of what would later be loosely termed "The Seventies", in Lincoln, Merry England, that three teenagers formed -- the consequences of their actions are captured here. You Were So Young consists of everything that The Cigarettes ever recorded in what was their two-year life span. From the very beginnings in the rehearsal room through to tracks recorded for an unreleased third single. It includes the two singles and their flip sides, some tracks that were included on a local compilation album, and their solitary John Peel session along with a handful that never found their way onto a record. Their debut single "They're Back Again, Here They Come", exchanges hands from upwards of £100 and "You Were So Young" has been viewed on YouTube over 1.3 million times. Over the years The Cigarettes have gained a wealth of interest, leaving many to scratch their heads and wonder how they slipped under the radar for so long. Includes an in-depth interview with Rob and Steve, answering pretty much all there is to know about The Cigarettes. CD version includes 20-page booklet. Double LP version comes on 180 gram vinyl; gatefold sleeve with printed inner sleeves; Includes poster, sticker, and badge.
September 27 street date. Complete 22-track collection of The Cigarettes entire recorded output. CD version includes 20-page booklet. It was at the tail end of what would later be loosely termed "The Seventies", in Lincoln, Merry England, that three teenagers formed -- the consequences of their actions are captured here. You Were So Young consists of everything that The Cigarettes ever recorded in what was their two-year life span. From the very beginnings in the rehearsal room through to tracks recorded for an unreleased third single. It includes the two singles and their flip sides, some tracks that were included on a local compilation album, and their solitary John Peel session along with a handful that never found their way onto a record. Their debut single "They're Back Again, Here They Come", exchanges hands from upwards of £100 and "You Were So Young" has been viewed on YouTube over 1.3 million times. Over the years The Cigarettes have gained a wealth of interest, leaving many to scratch their heads and wonder how they slipped under the radar for so long. Includes an in-depth interview with Rob and Steve, answering pretty much all there is to know about The Cigarettes. CD version includes 20-page booklet. Double LP version comes on 180 gram vinyl; gatefold sleeve with printed inner sleeves; Includes poster, sticker, and badge.
November 5 street date. "A band ready to change the face of music as we know it." Uber Rock Hailing from the infamous streets of Ladbroke Grove, London, England PINK CIGAR are thundering through the London scene, breaking down the walls of every venue they grace, They bring an intensity and energy that just can't be bought and needs to be experienced first-hand, which has earned them the reputation for the fiercest live show in the capital! With support for Razorlight, and a UK tour with The Eighties Matchbox B Line Disaster under their belt Pink Cigar are on the rise, leaving a trail of excitement wherever they go. Having recently headlined major venues such as the 100 club, and sharing stages with The Computers and Mick Jones from the Clash they are ideally positioned to take their music to a much larger audience. Their self-titled first EP was released in 2012 to a road blocked Hawley Arms showcase. They followed up with their first single ‘Blues To Bed’ in 2012, with a music video to boot, causing mayhem in their own backyard of Portobello Road. May 2013 saw the start of the 'Lady Killer Tour', promoting the first single and video release of ‘Lady Killer’ from the upcoming album. Sharkie Cottrell - Vocals / Edd Whyte - Guitar / Sam Rutland - Bass / Sid Mayall - Drums Live dates: October 10th City Club, Augsburg
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