We’ve cracked open the ARS vaults… and two free (previously unreleased) downloads have been added to the downloads page! “Anthem (Pappaw’s Song)” and “For You” were both recorded in 2003 during the sessions for an unreleased album that would eventually become 2004′s “All That’s Left is All That’s Right.”

Lineup for these tracks is:
Dallas Riffle: Vocals
Joe Brannan: Guitar
Coler Riffle: Guitar & Vocals
Derek Sutcliffe: Bass
Matt Behner: Drums

Enjoy!

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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!

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An americanrockstar Christmas

“An americanrockstar Christmas” 4-song EP is now available for free download at on the Downloads page. Enjoy, and merry Christmas!

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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:

1. Boxed Cereal
2. Peanut Butter
3. Canned Tuna
4. Canned Vegetables
5. Canned Beef Stew
6. Canned Soup

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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.

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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.

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http://www.archive.org/download/TheAmericanrockstarPodcast-Episode4/TheAmericanrockstarPodcast-Episode4.m4a

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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.

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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.

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http://www.archive.org/download/TheAmericanrockstarPodcast-Episode3/TheAmericanrockstarPodcast-Episode3.m4a

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