COMING NEXT:
* CANNABIS CORPSE - Tube Of The Resinated LP (CD on Forcefield) - May 20th [aka, 4(+1)/20]
* TORCHE - Meanderthal LP (CD on Hydra Head) - June-ish...
COMING AFTER THAT:
* ISIS - Live IV 2xLP
* JESU / BATTLE OF MICE - Split CD / LP
* VERSE EN COMA - Rialto 10"+CD (both formats together)
* other cool shit to-be-announced soon
Robotic Empire is a record label/mailorder operation based out of Richmond, VA that's main goal is to help independent music fans hear some of the finest and most creative groups playing today. Whether that pertains to heavy metal, instrumental music, indie rock, etc., we are proud to work with some of the underground's finest bands who we're privileged to know. Please take a minute to check out our constantly updated online store & extensive media pages:
NOTE TO BANDS: we appreciate all of the hard work and excitement that goes into forming a solid band (we've been there ourselves), but at this time we are not looking to pick up any new artists / releases. thank you for the interest though!
NEW TO OUR ONLINE STORE: (Woodsist 013 - Meneguar "The In Hour" LP)
Easily one of the best "indie" bands going today, MENEGUAR are one of the only bands everyone working for this label can agree undeniably rules. Their new album The In Hour is definitely different than their previous releases, most notably more lo-fi and drugged out. But the catchyness is still there in glorious abundance, even if this whole endeavor is a bit darker and noisier than prior releases. Change is a good thing though, don't be afraid, as MENEGUAR continue to prove that they are absolutely unfuckwithable. 100% band made too (self-recorded, in-house artwork, bandmember-released), this is the epitome of DIY, and we applaud the hell out of them for this. Here's their own accurate description for this crucial album:
"Switching instruments and experimenting with recording techniques, Meneguar has cooked up a totally unique(and surprising) record. The In Hour channels the spontaneity and aesthetics of Swell Maps, the pop hooks of the Zombies, and lyrical collage of Guided By Voices. Everything was home recorded at their little Xanadu in Brooklyn, Rear House, home base to the Woodsist label and the changing roster of Meneguar's alter egos(Woods, Shepherds). Only six months since their last record, The In Hour represents a serious departure that still holds true to the band's undeniable pop sensibility." This comes in a full-color jacket and is on limited (to 980) black vinyl. One corner on each jacket we got is slightly bent, not terrible but worth mentioning. Regardless, this is highly recommended! p.s. Two of our dogs can be seen in the band-made (of course) music video they put together for on of the songs on this album. Robotic Empire Online Store : Meneguar Items
The grass ain't greener, the wine ain't sweeter on either side of the hill! Peace, Marc Smith Grateful Dead and Phriends WNRN Sat 9AM - Noon Est. Richmond 103. 1
I received my Doc8 on vampire yesterday and ordered one of the pg.99 shirts today. You are the best indie label out there period. I can't wait till the Nirvana tribute. It should be interesting to say the least.
