2005
2004
2003
New Yuletides, Years, etc.
Lovedrug would like to issue the warmest of holiday wishes - Check out the 'Press Corps' section for a message from the band and info on this year's Christmas specialty from the band.
December 11
Holiday Sale
Check out the shop for some great Lovedrug Classic designs that we have put on sale for the holiday season!
November 14
This Week's Entertainment
Check out this week's edition of Entertainment Weekly for a brief bit about your favorite "well-dressed foursome". Falling under the "Download This" column, EW raves "somewhere between '70s-style guitar-rock grandeur and pre-weird Radiohead lives this inebriated, quasi-hallucinatory tale."
October 27
News From The Front
Columbia Records will re-release Lovedrug's "Pretend Your Alive" on Jan 24th 2006. Watch for a video and radio remix for "Spiders" (did someone ask "if God was on the radio"?). Please stay tuned. Lovedrug continues touring through December 3rd so catch them while you can. Winter hibernation and songwriting to follow.
October 24
Cymbal WINNER!!
A big congratulations to Clay, our contest winner!!
Thank you to everyone who submitted their ideas with what they'd do with the Lovedrug/Eisley cymbal if they won it. There are some very resourceful fans out there! Below is the winning entry (we'll be waiting for our Prince tickets, Clay..........)
"I will use the cymbal as the final piece of my percussion deathbot with which I will use to...well, try and get it a spot as Prince's touring drummer."
October 03
Another Cymbal
Here in Ohio we’re mentally/spiritually/physically preparing ourselves for Lovedrug’s final tour of the year (have you heard of our friends, Matchbook Romance?). In the mean time, our own Matthew Putman has come up with a special treat for our friends of MySpace.
So head on over to our MySpace page to find out more.
September 29
Snowboards & Ballots
Feel like voting for something Lovedrug? Head over to AmpedSnowboarding.com and you can vote for Lovedrug’s music to be included on the official soundtrack for the “Amped 3” videogame. Votes will be accepted from both snowboarding enthusiasts, as well as those who just like to crash their player into trees. Personally, we wonder if “Pandamoranda” might be a better song for doing the later.
August 29
New Tour, New Songs?
Lovedrug’s new tour with The Juliana Theory kicks off tonight in State College, PA (you know, in shadows of nearby Mt. Nittany). After a couple shows to get warmed up, don’t be surprised if you hear the band playing an increasing number of new songs in September. Just a few of the songs overheard reverberating from the guy’s rehearsal space this past week included Ghost By Your Side, Thieving, American Swimming Lesson, and Bleed Together.
August 22
Better Than Cloning
Much like the mad scientists they are at heart, the gentlemen of Lovedrug slipped into the dark confines of their rehearsal space this past week to begin preparations for next month’s tour. In addition to rehearsing standards from PYA, the band has also begun to fiddle with some new material, some of which may surface in the upcoming live set. Stay tuned….
August 3
Respite
Aside from a couple random dates (Switchfoot, etc.) and time for writing some new material, August will see Lovedrug generally put their feet up for a much-deserved respite. The band will begin a U.S./Canada tour with The Juliana Theory on August 30th. More tourdates are being posted daily.
July 18
Juliana Sweetheart
Lovedrug is happy to announce they will be joining good friends The Juliana Theory for a U.S./Canada tour in September. TJT’s new album “Deadbeat Sweetheart” comes out September 13th. Look for precise dates to be added to the Tour page in coming weeks.
July 17
Relief Efforts
After another multi-month touring run, beginning in early June and including the U.S./Canada tour with Eisley, another run with Mae, and a number of headlining dates, Lovedrug are ready for a break. Aside from a couple random spot dates (Switchfoot, etc.), and studio time for writing some new material, August will see the band generally put their feet up for a much-deserved respite.
July 11
Press Corps Cymbal Winner
Congratulations to Nikki Viverette! You have won the Press Corps In-Motion Cymbal Giveaway! We will be contacting you very soon!!
Other winners include: Grace Kim, Peter Lapp, & Amy Nguyen. Thanks to everyone who entered!
July 5
Spring Cleaning - a little late...
Check out the Lovedrug store for some really great bargains on some of our favorite old Lovedrug merch designs. You also need to check out the new merch we have available for you - including a new hooded jogger!
June 3
Back At It
Lovedrug begins a brief headlining sprint to the west coast today en route to their national tour opener with Eisley on the 8th in San Diego. Opening in one of their favorite cities (Fayetteville, AR), look for a varied new set of material from the band as the boys begin what will already be their 3rd coast-to-coast run of the year.
June 1
Tapping The Rockies, Rocknroll, Etc.
Coors Light has elected to spotlight Lovedrug as one four emerging artists as part of its “Taste The Cold, Get The Music” summer promotion. Along with 6 premium artists, including Oasis, Moby, Hoobastank, customers who login the obligatory “entry code” from specially marked bottles and cans will have access to download exclusive tracks from Lovedrug and other arts through Sony Connect. Click here for more official rules and information.
May 10
I Want My Lovedrug TV
Don’t forget to check out complete video of Lovedrug’s live performance from CBGB at CMJ last fall on Comcast all this month. The Video On demand program is freely available to all Comcast subscribers on the Concert channel section under Music (channel 1). For more info click here.
April 26
The Price Is Right
Sponsored by Urban Outfitters and Filter Magazine, the Spring '05 edition of "The Nice Price" music sampler will feature Lovedrug's alternative mini-epic "Blackout". The disc will also include tracks from Beck, Louis XIV, Stereophonics, Bloc Party, The Raveonettes, among others. The free sampler is available from Urban Outfitters stores with a purchase of $75 or more.
April 15
The Great Northwest
Like Lewis and Clark before them, this weekend will see Lovedrug explore the great American northwest. The "In Motion" tour rolls into Portland, OR this evening, then on to Seattle, WA tomorrow. Next week's shows in northern California will be first-time visits for Lovedrug. The band is very pleased to finally treat fans in these cities to the captivating show that has already taken other cities by welcome force.
April 14
A Summer With Eisley
Lovedrug is pleased to announce that they will be joining Eisley for a national tour this summer. Having been fans of Eisley from the band's first two Ep's, the guys are both excited and honored. Under current plans the tour is set to run from June 8 through at least July 7, with precise cities and dates to be announced in the coming weeks.
April 12
True Inspiration
Nothing inspires a band to make those all-night drives more than receptive audiences. With this excellent tour packing venues in nearly every town, including back to back sell-outs in Minneapolis and Kansas City the last two nights, the guys are definitely feeling inspired. Thanks to everyone for coming out - thanks even more for singing along!
April 8
What's A Day Off?
Lovedrug has had a rare day off today, which offered some to time reflect and enjoy the current tour. Overcoming trials and tribulations of van troubles at the tour's start, the band has faithfully pressed on to deliver their inspiring nightly contribution to the vibrancy of rocknroll. With a standard setlist including Candy, Radiology, Pandamoranda, PYA, Rocknroll, Blackout, and Down Towards, the band has brought the rock. Though a tight tour of 4 bands, several nights have seen audiences successfully calling for Spiders, and a few times even Angels With Enemies. The rest of the tour, which leads west, promises to be special.
March 31
New York All Around
The band spent the day in NYC today with good friend and photographer David Johnson (he did the photos for the album) shooting in several outdoor locations. The windy weather required frequent warm-up stops to Starbucks, but everyone managed to stay warm enough to survive. Look for some fresh images to surface in the coming weeks.
March 23
On Demand
Video of Lovedrug’s full live performance at CBGB for CMJ last fall will be available on demand this spring through Comcast cable. Comcast subscribers can find the Concert channel in the free Video On Demand section under Music (channel 1). The show will air on Concert from April 29th through May 26th.
March 21
Stuff of Legends
Lovedrug will play opener to the legendary Robert Plant tonight at the House of Blues in Myrtle Beach, SC. Plant and his band, The Strange Sensations, are playing select dates in the US in preview of their album, Mighty Rearranger, which will be released May 10th . Show begins at 07:45 PM.
March 17
SXSW
Lovedrug will return to the stage at renowned music conference, SXSW, in Austin, TX this Saturday night. Look for Lovedrug at Redrum (501 E. 6th Street) at 08:00 PM.
March 10
Exclusive Narcolepsy
An exclusive download of Lovedrug's "The Narcoleptic" is now available through Apple's iTunes music store. The track has previously been available only on the limited edition "Rocknroll EP" and as a bonus track on the Japanese version of the Pretend You're Alive album. You'll notice the exclusive rolling among others atop the iTunes main page, including tracks from Elvis Costello, Ben Folds, Wilco, and Beck. The track can also be found directly in Lovedrug's general iTunes library.
March 1
Connect Live
Lovedrug's live "Connect Sets" recordings are now available exclusively from Sony Connect. Click here to visit the Lovedrug Connect Sets page.
February 25
New Lovedrug Recordings
Final and mixed versions of Lovedrug’s in-studio performance with Sony Connect will be available exclusively from the Connect music service on March 1st. Tracks available from the session will include acoustic renderings of “Pretend You’re Alive”, “Rocknroll”, “Down Towards The Healing”, and “Spiders”. Other downloadable sessions currently available include sets from The Killers, Keane, Snow Patrol, Ted Leo and The Stills. Click here for the Connect Sets homepage.
February 24
Beatles, Pumpkins and…The Secret Chiefs?
In addition to feature articles on The Mars Volta, Wilco, and Brian Wilson, the March/April issue of Law of Inertia magazine includes “Our Top 10 Albums” by Lovedrug. Pick up the new issue, available everywhere this week, and read about the band’s picks.
February 20
Tour In Motion
Lovedrug will be joining good friends and label mates Copeland for a national tour through March and April. The coast-to-coast run will include not only Lovedrug’s second 2005 visit to the west coast, but a virtual tour de force of the U.S. with stops in Chicago, Denver, Boston, and New York. The tour will kick off in Florida on March 22nd, corresponding with the release of Copeland's new LP "In Motion", with Acceptance (Columbia) also providing support. Visit the Tour section for details on dates as they are added.
February 16
Behind the Curtain
The latest journal entries from the band have been added to the journals page. Check them out to get the guys thoughts from the opening tour of 2005 with Action Action.
February 7
Win an iPod!
Warner Bros, in association with Geffen Records, Vagrant, and The Militia Group, is currently sponsoring an online contest for a free iPod and music. The Grand Prize winner will receive a brand new iPod preloaded with the latest albums from Lovedrug, Copeland, New Found Glory, Eisley, Head Automatica, and Reggie & The Full Effect. Click here for more information and to enter.
February 2, 2005
Point Pleasant
Tomorrows airing of FOX’s new tv series, Point Pleasant, will feature bits of Pretend Your Alive’s opening track, “In Red”. Point Pleasant has best been described as Dawson's Creek meets The Omen and shows Thursdays at 9pm right after The O.C.
February 2, 2005
Attention Indianapolis, IN:
FYI: The venue has been changed for the show this Friday in Indianapolis, IN. The show will now be held at: The Emerson Theater located at 4634 E 10th Street. Event time and ticket price will remain the same.
January 28
All Apologies
As those in attendance at the sold-out show in Anaheim on Thursday can attest, Michael has been severely ill and voiceless the last few days. Though he tried to pull through on Thursday, Michael's voice gave out completely 4 songs into the show at Chain Reaction. Michael was taken to a local hospital from the stage, where he has been diagnosed with sever Bronchitis and a 104 degree fever. As a result the shows in Hollywood tonight and Oakland tomorrow night have been cancelled. The band is already working on scheduling make-up shows and is determined to return to California by early Spring. Lovedrug plans to pick-up their current co-headlining tour with Action Action in Denver as originally scheduled on Monday the 31st.
January 21
New Merch
We have added a few new merch designs to the merch page. Two new t-shirts, one long-sleeve t-shirt and a couple of stickers.
January 20
Live Filter
Filer Magazine has added live footage from Lovedrug's last performance at CBGB to the Media section of their online homepage. Other special features include new music from Low, Doves, and The Mars Volta . Check it out at www.filter-mag.com.
January 17
Exclusive Connection
Lovedrug has been confirmed for an exclusive in-studio performance w/ Sony's Connect music service later this month. The band will check into Connect's Los Angeles studio while on the west coast portion of their current tour with Action Action later this month. Stay tuned for more info on when these exclusive recordings will be available from musicstore.connect.com.
January 13
Hello
David Thomas Owen IV has requested permission to issue a new year "hello" to all Lovedrug website visitors. DTO4: "Hello". Thanks, Dave.
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