Motionless In White Announce New Album Title and Release Date

Creatures unite, Motionless In White has announced the release date for their new album, Reincarnate!

The album will be released on September 16, 2014 through Fearless Records.  This will be the bands fourth full length album.

As a fan of the band, I cannot wait to see what the MIW guys have in store for us this time.

Peace, Love, Music<3

Motionless In White A.M.E.R.I.C.A.

Motionless In White released the music video for their song A.M.E.R.I.C.A today!

It's only available on vevo so I can only post the link;

Click here for the video!

They've been building up the release on twitter and I was seriously excited to see it!  As usual, they did not disappoint.  The video has a circus/sideshow setting that really helps embody the message of the song.  And of course they did it up in signature dark Motionless In White fashion!

The video was directed by M. Shawn Crahan, aka "Clown" from Slipknot, and features New Years Day singer Ashley Costello.

I hope everyone one enjoys!  Feel free to let me know what your thoughts are on this video in the comments below!

Peace, Love, Music<3

Angelo Parente leaves Motionless in White

Today the band announced that drummer and founding member, Angelo Parente, has left the band.  

Angelo posted this statement on his Tumblr:

"To my friends, family, and all the amazing Motionless In White fans, this is very hard to say, and I’m sure it will hit me harder soon, but I will no longer be in the band.This decision did not just all of sudden happen. After doing this since I was 17, the nonstop touring, and everything else that comes with the life of a musician, has finally caught up with me. It has affected me mentally and physically and it’s to a point where the best thing for the rest of the band and myself would be for me to call it quits.
Please know that the band and I are on good terms, best of friends and I love them all very much. No matter what, I would not give up what I have been through and experienced with the band. It has been the best years of my life. I got to travel the world with my best friends almost every day. I have met so many great people along the way and made many friends I will never forget. I will miss you all. Not seeing the guys in the band will be tough to get use to, but I wish them the best of luck.
Motionless In White has so much in store for you all, so please continue to support them to the fullest. I’m not sure what’s in store for my future, but right now I need to be home and breathe. Get myself together and figure it out. Please make sure to stay in touch. You know where to find me online and its a lot of fun sharing what I do with everyone throughout my life. Whether it’s my art, food, dog, clothing designs, etc., you guys give your opinion and I’m grateful to have that. I am truly sorry to all that I have let down. Thanks for the constant support you have given me over the years, I will never forget it."

As a fan of the band, I am sad to see him go.  However, I completely understand his reasons for leaving and wish him all the best with whatever he decides to do in the future.

Peace, Love, Music<3

Fearless Friends Tour 2011

This being the beginning of 2012, I thought I'd post the concert review I meant to do, you know 2 weeks ago!

*Warning: Pic heavy!*

On December 11, 2011 Hailey, her boyfriend Dillon, her brother Cameron, his girlfriend Rachael, and myself went to see the Fearless Friends concert.

Hailey, Me, and Rachael

Dillion, Hailey, and me

When we got to the venue there were two lines wrapping around the building, one for those who had tickets already, and one for those who didn't.  It was insane! I've never in my entire concert going experience see that many people crammed into this particular venue. The place was packed!

The first band to play was Chunk! No Captain Chunk! Sadly, we didn't get to see them too well because we had just got in the building and were literally trapped in front of the merch tables.  I don't have any pictures of them from the show so here's one from google:

We finally became mobile between sets and found a good spot near the back, where we watched the next band, Tonight Alive. Hailey and I had seen them once before and they did not disapoint!

While it was packed, the crowd remained fairly tame. This all changed with the next band, Motionless in White.  Now, many of you know, I love this band (my review of them is my highest rated and it makes me so happy!). However, Hailey wasn't the biggest fan.  Luckily, seeing them live made her truly like them. Mission Accomplished! Here's a few pics from their set:

Keyboardist

Immaculate Misconception middle finger salute

My favorite pic

Guitarist

They were amazing live! The crowd went balistic, surfing, moshing, and doing what we coined "The Wall of Death".  Now I'm always game for a good mosh pit, however, I didn't want to die, so again we stayed back. (Inadvertently witnissing what will forever be known as The Man Boob Mosh Pit - name courtesy of Cameron.)

Next was The Word Alive:

"Come at me bro!"

Finally, BlessTheFall played.  What was really cool, was that they had some kind of problem with their van and had to race to make the show. They could have bailed on the show, but instead they ran like hell to make it. I admire that kind of dedication.

They gave one of the craziest, most intense shows I think I have ever seen. There were a good twenty stage divers and had a fun game of "come kiss elliot" where girls could jump up on stage and kiss their bassist. It was hilarious!

Here's some pics:

Beau

Beau and one of the stagedivers

and another stage diver

It was an amazing show and I'm so glad I got to see it with some of my favorite people!

I hope you guys don't mind all the pics, I just love to post as many as I can!

Hope you enjoyed!

Peace, Love, Music<3

Shocked & Happy

Wow! I was just checking my stats today and realized my Motionless in White post has recieved over 200 hits! 

My mind is officially blown! You guys are amazing and I'm so glad you are enjoying the post.  Looks like I will be doing more band reviews in the future!

P.S. I get to see them live this December! I couldn't be happier. :)

Peace, Love, Music<3

Motionless In White Review/ Bio

Motionless In White



This Pennsylvanian metal core band was formed in 2005 with an original lineup of Chris Cerulli- vocals, TJ Bell- guitarist/ vocalist, Ryan Sitkowski- guitarist, Frank Polumbo-bassist, and Angelo Parente- Drums. The name of the band comes from the song “Motionless in White” by Eighteen Visions.

In 2007, the bands hard work and dedication scored them a deal with Masquerade Recordings. Their debut EP “The Whorror” was released later that fall.

While working a three week spot in Warped Tour 2008, MIW caught the attention of many major record labels as well as Shawn Mike, vocalist of Alesana. The band accepted management to The Artery Foundation. In December of 2008, the band was signed with Fearless Records.

In February of 2009, the band released their second EP, “When Love Met Destruction”. Shortly after the release, bassist Frank Polumbo left the band for reasons unkown. The band then added Ricky Olson as their permanent bass player in October of 2009.

 

On October 12, 2009 the band released their debut full length album “Creatures”. (Interesting fact? The band used all fan submitted lyrics - except for the chorus - on the title track of this album.)

 

In May of 2011, rhythm guitarist TJ Bell left the band. Later, Ricky Olson switched from playing bass to rhythm guitar. The band now has a fill in bassist, Devin Sola, but it is unclear if he will become a permanent member.

On July 7, 2011 the band released their music video/ short film for the song Creatures. The release was followed by a live Ustream session. The video is very eerie as it delves into the human psyche, showing that there is a secret, often darker, side to everyone no matter how they look. It was gritty instead of overproduced, which seem to add to the videos success.

 

The band is currently on the All Star Tour with the bands Emmure, Alesana, iwrestledabearonce, blessthefall, For Today, In This Moment, Born Of Osiris (I love, love, love them), The Ghost Inside, After The Burial, Attila, For All Those Sleeping, Memphis May Fire, Chelsea Grin, and Sleeping With Sirens.

 

MIW is known for its insane stage presence and unique sound.Overall, the band supports the important message of being yourself and not giving a f*ck what other people think. Their fan base has become very strong and call themselves “Creatures”.

If you like the Misfits, Cradle of Filth, The Black Dahlia Murder, or Eighteen Visions, you should definitely check out Motionless in White.

Yes, I am a Creature. No, I haven't seen them live *shakes head sadly*, although I would love to.

*All images found on google. The top photo belongs to Jeremy Saffer. Click it to go to his blog.

*So, what do you think of my first band review? I want brutal honesty! (Ok, not brutal. How about creative critiquing?) Anything you would like to see/ not like to see in the next review? Are there any bands I should check out?

Peace, Love, Music<3

Shop N' Go

Ever walk into a music store and find exactly what you've been looking for, which sets off the need to happy dance like an idiot? (I know I'm not the only happy dancer out there!) Well, yesterday was that kinda day. I walked right in and found Cobra Starship's Viva la Cobra, Motionless in White's Creatures, and Deathstar's We Are the Threat!

I was hoping to find Opheliac by Emilie Autumn and The Birthday Massacre's Pins and Needles but came up empty handed. I have had very little luck in finding either of these at any place I have been. Grrr

Hope everyone has a wonderful day/ weekend!

Peace, Love, Music<3