Chris Donley becomes newest member of ARS!
Chris Donley, frontman of Sindust, has officially joined americanrockstar, filling the role of bassist/backing vocals.
Cover art & track listing for “Along the Way”
After two years in the making, "Along the Way" will be released Friday, September 17th at Musica in Akron.
Along the Way now available for purchase from CDBaby!
The new album "Along the Way," is now available for physical CD or MP3 download at our longtime distribution partner, CDBaby!
Dec 11
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It was the best Rock the Halls yet!
ARS at Rock the Halls 7
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! We couldn’t have asked for a better turnout for Rock the Halls 7. Great performances turned in by The Knickers, Showboy, My Lifes Burden, and Bonk, PLUS over $300 and 300 cans of food raised for the Foodbank! Already looking forward to 2012… a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!
An americanrockstar Christmas
“An americanrockstar Christmas” 4-song EP is now available for free download at on the Downloads page. Enjoy, and merry Christmas!
Rock the Halls 7
This year’s Rock the Halls charity raffle will benefit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Those attending the event will receive one raffle ticket for every two cans of food donated. Attendees may purchase additional tickets for $1 each.The event emcee will draw and announce winners before the headlining act (approximately 11:15PM).
Prizes:
1st prize:
VIP Vault Tour for Four of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
with Jim Henke, VP of Exhibitions and Curatorial Affairs
Valued at $1,500
A once in a lifetime opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Rock Hall! The tour will take a group of up to four through parts of the museum not available to the public. The vault boasts more than 25,000 artifacts, including handwritten lyrics, costumes, instruments and personal items of a multitude of artists from the origins of rock and roll to the present. Following the vault tour, the group will receive a guided tour of the museum. VIP parking is included.
2nd Prize:
Brand New Crafter D-6/N Acoustic Guitar
from Tema Guitar of Rootstown
Valued at $279.00
3rd Prize:
Up to a $150.00 Tattoo
from Smokin’ Tattooz of Kent
The first 100 donors will also receive a copy of the CD, “An americanrockstar Christmas.”
Winners MUST be present at the time of the drawing to collect their prize. Each contestant is eligible to win only one prize.
The raffle will help us add to the critical support that allows the Foodbank to continue to feed more people. Local donors provide over one-third of their yearly donations.
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank’s “Super Six” most needed items:
- Boxed Cereal
- Peanut Butter
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Beef Stew
- Canned Soup
Rock the Halls 7
Mark your calendars!
What: Rock the Halls 7
Where: The Outpost Concert Club, 4962 State Route 43, Kent, OH 44240
When: Saturday, December 17th, 2011
Ages: All ages admitted
Admission: $5 over/$7 under at the door
History
americanrockstar has been hosting Rock the Halls since 2002 (skipping only three years). The annual Christmas tradition debuted at the Odeon Concert Club, where it was held twice. After the Odeon closed, the show found a new home at Cleveland’s famous Peabody’s. After several years there, we’re excited to announce that on December 17, 2011 Rock the Halls 7 will take place at a new venue: the legendary Outpost Concert Club in Kent!
Details
This year, our co-headliners will be BONK, who will be releasing their new, self-titled CD (produced by americanrockstar’s Dallas Riffle) at the show. We will be announcing three more bands to complete the lineup soon.
In addition, we are planning to revive our charity raffle, which will benefit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. In exchange for a prize donation, local businesses will be allowed to set up a small promotional table at the venue the night of the show.
Those attending the show will receive one raffle ticket for each can of food donated. Attendees may also purchase tickets for $1 each. Raffle tickets will then be placed in the hopper(s) for any prizes the holder is interested in. The show’s emcee will draw and announce winners between bands during the show.
Local businesses are encouraged to participate! Please email contact us at americanrockstar1 [at] gmail.com or contact us through http://www.facebook.com/americanrockstar if you are interested.
The americanrockstar Podcast
Episode 4 (June 2011) – This supersize episode of The americanrockstar Podcast features an extensive interview with ARS drummer Scott Sykora. Current news is also covered. Hosted by Dallas Riffle. Featuring music by Chris Donley. Enjoy!
See the Podcasts page for subscription and download details.
Jan 11
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New Podcast out now!
The americanrockstar Podcast
Episode 3 (January 2011) of The americanrockstar Podcast features an extensive interview and exclusive new music from ARS bassist Chris Donley (solo, Stateside, Sindust, French Donkey and Pop Rocks). Current news is also covered, plus an in-studio acoustic performance from Chris. Hosted by Dallas Riffle.
See the Podcasts page for subscription and download details.
ARS @ JB's 3/5/11
americanrockstar returns to Kent on Saturday, March 5th at JB’s (map)
$6 tickets are now available securely via TicketWeb @ http://bit.ly/glmv60
Doors open at 8PM. Other bands include Stealing Days, Rocks Bleu, Use Your Eyes, Stereovox and The Hype.
Ages 18 and over admitted, and the show is brought to you by Facedown Entertainment.
Jan 11
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Quick Show Update…
Dallas & Coler will play a short acoustic set, warming up for The Ravenna Arsenal and A Cadence Delicate, at the Outpost in Kent on Saturday, February 5th.
BONK
americanrockstar’s own Dallas Riffle is currently in the process of recording and mixing the forthcoming full-length album from Kent’s BONK, their first release in four years.
BONK and americanrockstar both feature guitarist Coler Riffle, and the two bands have played many shows together over the last ten years. Dallas has also designed the cover art for the band’s two previous releases.
“I’m really blown away by the new songs.” said Dallas of the new effort. “It’s definitely a new direction for them, but I believe their fans will absolutely love it. I’m having a blast working on the album… I’m honored that they asked me to do it!”
Look for the new release in 2011. For more on BONK, visit their official MySpace profile.
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Nov 10
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ARS [NOT] on WJCU 88.7FM
No… that wasn’t us discussing great guitarists of the 1970′s. Our appearance on 88.7 was cancelled, literally at the last minute. Apologies to everyone who tuned in. Hopefully you enjoyed the show anyway.
Listen to WJCU 88.7FM this Thursday night (12/2) from 9-11 pm to hear americanrockstar on Taking Up Space with Bill and Robert Menser!
If you are outside of the signal area, you can also stream the show live at http://www.wjcu.org/
