NEWS:
JUNE.20TH -- REVIEW
Hello everyone. Hope you're enjoying what is supposed to be summer. So, the last few shows were great, and
we're currently writing material for what we hope to be for a split CD. I'll post more info on that as things become
more concrete. I wanted to say we're stoked to have our record available through two great labels/distros.
Six Weeks & Give Praise both now carry our album, so check them out, and please feel free to get a copy from them.
Our record was reviewed in the last issue of Short Fast & Loud, and here's a small part of what they thought:
"Pretty much everything is fast, faster or even faster and the lyrics are pissed, totally pissed, even more totally
pissed. Fans of "totally pissed off hardcore" like the Neighbors or Voorhees should check these guys out..."
(SFL#21). I'm still waiting on video footage, and hope to have what would be an on-line interview coming up
soon. Also, there should be a review in Exclaim! for July, so I'll keep you up to date on that too.
More news as I get news.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
MAY.2ND -- WHAT'S KICKIN'?
Hey everyone. Sorry for the lack of recent updates. Sometimes every day life gets in the way of the things
you like to do most. So, we'll be playing at Friendship Cove tomorrow, and it should be awesome. We'll have
the Saga Sauce in full effect, as well as all of our records. Don't have a copy of the new LP yet? You can contact
us or get it at your favorite independent record store. Otherwise we're up to 9 kick ass songs and in the next
2 weeks I may have news on what we'll be doing wih these new songs potentially. Shortly we'll confirm a show
with Preying Hands for June as well. I'm still waiting on an edited version of the live video shot from our release
show, but hopefully this week so I can post the video. Still awaiting reviews from both Exclaim! & Short, Fast &
Loud, but they should be in their next issues, and I'll put links to their pages. So, come back for more news soon
and hope to see everyone at Katacombes on May.9th for the return of the mighty Iron Fist.
Don't have The Cow!
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.27TH - QUICK UPDATE
What's kickin'? So, the shows page is updated, so check it out to see when we'll be playing next. The next
issue of Short, Fast & Loud & Exclaim! should have reviews of the new album, and I'll post them here.
Otherwise, the show at Squalor house was a lot of fun, and we're looking forward to the upcoming ones.
As always we're writing new songs and working hard at gertting the album the most exposure possible.
A copy of the album was just sent to Equalizing X Distort. A great radio show that focuses on the under
ground punk scene. Check it out at http://www.ciut.fm sundays at 10pm.
Another update coming soon!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
FEBRUARY.16TH - UPCOMING SHOWS
Hey everyone. So I updated the shows page and hopefully I'll have a few more confirmed in the coming
week(s)/ Othewise there was a really cool article written in Absolute Underground zine about ourselves and
the new record, which I hope you've all gone out and bought. Still waiting on the videos, and a few reviews
which should be coming out shortly. More updates soon, so please keep comin' back!!!
Take it easy,
Steve ...ATSC
JANUARY.17TH - STRESS, THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL
Ever just have one of those weeks? I just did. Sometimes I just say "fuck it, who cares" and then my
regular "I'm just not that person" kicks in. Oh well, there's always next week. Maybe it's because my egg
nog supply is running short, and I feel as though I'm living in the Yukon cause of this weather. Aren't you
glad to check this week's news? Enough of my bullshit. Hopefully we'll have our hands on the videos
soon kiddies. We want them to look as professional as possible. Seeing as that's how we are all the time.
More reviews should be coming in soon for the record, and some possible spring shows will be announced
in the coming weeks. Also, for any retailers out there reading the news or saw our recent ad in Gasoline
magazine, if you would like to obtain our LP, please contact F.A.B. distribution. They are doing a fine
job with the album and you can add a copy directly to your cart at: http://www.fab.ca
More news soon with hopefully less whining.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
JANUARY.10TH - NEWSET REVIEW
Happy New Year everyone! Already the 10th of the month. Let's hope this winter flies by, cause anymore
snow and I'm gonna lose it. So, I wanted to put a link to the newest review of the record in the Hour:
http://www.hour.ca
Also, we're very happy to announce that our LP is now available through Six Weeks records distro. An
amazing label, great distro & home of the best zine going, Short, Fast & Loud. We'll also know shortly
if the LP will also be available via Haunted Hotel records. More news to come soon!!
Steve ...ATSC
DECEMBER.30TH - HAPPY NEW YEAR
So, the year is coming to a close. I thought one last quick update was necessary for all the faithful people
who visit this site. In a world filled with facebbok and myspace, I'm happy we still get a lot of traffic through
this humble site. While our good friend Alex Eyeball was in town he shot some footage which should make
for at least one awesome video. So, the coming weeks should have 2 videos for your viewing pleasure.
The latter being live video from our release show. Otherwise new songs are already being written and we
have 4 scorchers. So, the next time I have news it will be '09. Raise a glass at your respective parties and see
you next year!
Steve ...ATSC
DECEMBER.19TH - YEAR IN REVIEW
Well I sure am glad my heat works again. 5 days no hot water, 5 days no heater. Ain't renting grand? It's a cold
one tonight but at least we'll be missing snowmaggeddon. Seeing as how the year is almost done, I thought I'd
quickly mention how in retrospect what a great year this was. Alot of changes for me personally, but I don't think
I would of rathered it any other way. I figured out who the true people are in this world, I moved on from ventures
I expected to have for a lifetime, and released what is one of my greatest accomplishments. Over the course of the
last 12 months a lot happened in the world. But I realized when a few friends had said they'll be glad when this year
is over that I would have agreed with them a few weeks back. Now I know everything happens for a reason,
and I think 2008 was the best thing to happen to me. Thank you year for smartening me up. Wow, all this talk and
I haven't even started drinking yet. So, thanks to everyone for your on going support and please keep an eye
out for our record. Lastly, I updated the pictures page and the links page (as a few bands/sites have been finished
for sometime now). And keeping in line with great music and punk rock, please tune into Bridge The Gap on
Tuesdays 8-10 pm on http://www.cjlo.com or for those of you in Montreal on 1690 AM. Jackie & myself have
plenty in store for the new year, so don't miss out. Check back soon for more reviews and news on the band.
2009 marks our 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
NOVEMBER.30TH - Pics & our LP Is now available through Relapse distro!!!
Well the cold is upon us, and it's just gonna get worse before it gets better. Only 4 months till spring right?.
The only consolation prize is that egg nog is now in stores, and my yearly ritual of going on egg nog & brandy
benders can now begin. So as I sit in my hot as hell apartment and write this, I hope to have a youtube video
linked soon with live footage of the show. Chris "Steady Hands" Snelgrove filmed the show, and I'm just waiting
to get my hands on it. Then I can truely see how bad my stand up comedy really is. Also there are a few pics from
the launch that have been added, so check 'em out. They come courtesy of Jen (sorry I don't have a witty name to
add to that). Lastly I'm extremely happy to announce that our LP has been added to the new arrival section of
Relapse Records distro. A great label, distro, and store really. So, anyone state side or overseas please order
your copies though them at: http://www.relapse.com They are all aces. That's right I'm talking about you Eli & Greg.
So, as more news & reviews come our way, I'll post them here as per usual. Here's a link to the kind words that
Jonathan Cummings had to say about the album from the Montreal Mirror:
http://www.montrealmirror.com/2008/111308/disc.html
That's it for now kids, I'll have more news and intelligent comments in the coming days.
Steve ...ATSC
November.25TH - How You Can Get Your Hands on Our New LP
Hey all! We want to say thanks very much to everyone who came out to the release show last week. We had an
awesome time, and it will be one show to remember for sure.
So, I wanted to put a link up to where you can purchase copies of the album. It's now available via Interpunk at :
http://www.interpunk.com/default.cfm?buy=10373
Also go to the links section where you will be directed to a great on-line distro from Quebec known as
Metalpunk.com
Also in the coming days it will be available via Relapse Records distribution. We're so happy with the finished
product, so please try to support one of these fine companies and buy the record!!
More news to come soon.
Steve ...ATSC
November.10TH - Our Record Is Now Out!!!!
Hey everyone! Well it's here. Even though I'm sick & feel like shit, I couldn't be happier. The LP is available on
140 gram vinyl, it comes with a full color booklet and a sticker. We want to thank everyone who helped make it
possible, and after 2 years of working on it, we're stoked to unleash it on the masses. We really hope to see
everyone this saturday November.15th @ Barfly for the launch of the record with our good friends in Prevenge.
In the next 2 weeks, certain on-line distros will have the record available, and any retailers out there looking to
obtain copies, please contact FAB Distribution (Canada) and Relapse Distribution (U.S.) to get your copies.
Thanks to everyone who keeps coming back to this site, who reads the updates and for your ongoing support!
See you in the pit!
Steve ...ATSC
October.5TH - More Record Info
Hey everyone. Sorry for the lack of updates in the last month but there is some great news to report. We've
received the booklets for the LP and they look awesome. The jackets have already been in printing for about
a week now, and our test press should be in our hands shorlty. Also, we'll have new stickers and the best
tasting Hot Sauce you've ever given your taste buds available at the show (along with some fancy professional
looking labels). Confirmed to play the record launch is our good friends in Preying Hands. We're really happy
they are able to play, so be there at 10pm sharp!! Also, I'd like to give a shout out to laurel from STIRRED UP
productions who have been helping us - http://www.myspace.com/stirredupent and to Ram for all the help.
I'll make that news more official soon. So, there it is, please mark those calendars for Sat. Nov.15th and more
than ever does title "Making Enemies & Burning Bridges" mean something to me. I'll have another update soon,
as lots is happening before the release and to any indie stores out there please go to http://www.fab.ca to
order copies of the new album. It will be listed and available through this fine fine company in a few weeks time.
Thanks,
STeve ...ATSC
August.30TH -- Record Release Show
Hey everyone. So here it is. Saturday November.15th at Barfly, we will be unleashing our new record and a
sonic assult on your eardrums. It will be a FREE show for you all to come out and drink, thrash, and then
buy our record. It will be a show to remeber and we hope you will join us in on the fun. 2 plus years in the
making as you all well know, and we're excited. They'll be more updates soon, but mark your calendars in the
meantime and in between time!
Steve ...ATSC
August.17TH -- New Song Now Available!!!
What's going on? Just a quick update to let everyone
know that a new song off the record has been posted
via our myspace page. Please check it out (and love it) at: http://www.myspace.com/andthesagacontinues
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
August.10TH -- WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS....
Hey everyone. It's been a crazy last month. Our practice space burnt down leaving us no place to practice
until last week, A huge thanks to the firemen who saved all of our gear (and my sanity). It's times like that
which help you realize how the little things should really not bother you. Which brings me back to when I
mentioned how music pretty much saves me from the daily bullshit we all put up with. To elaborate on that,
so do all the people I know. Between the brothers I have in this band, and friends, why the fuck do we let
others run our thoughts and lives and make us crazy. Intentionally or not, it happens, but to those of you
who may be reading this, you know who you are and how you've enriched my life. For that I say thank you.
Wow, wasn't that profound. Now that that is out of the way, let's get to business. We are finishing up the
layout this week, and then having this bad-boy pressed(remeber good things come to those who wait).
Now that everything is coming together, all the release shows, and fun stuff will be mentioned soon.
As well as a deal I am waiting on to get the o.k. before I mention it here.
Thanks for all your patience, and we'll see you in the pit!!
A newly rejuvenated
Steve ...ATSC
JULY. 4TH -- QUICK UPDATE
We had a great time at the show last week. Thanks to those who came out! The cover artwork for the record
is now done, and pretty much everything else. We're waiting on some live photos for the insert, and it's off
to the presses. I just moved, so the updates might be a little slow now, until I get the internet up and running.
So there will be news on a release date & upcoming shows soon!
Steve ...ATSC
JUNE.14TH -- WHEN IT PAINS IT ROARS
I wonder what some people do for refuge if they don't have music in their lives. Let's just say it's been a
shitty week to say the least, but somehow having music and the people that surround me while making it
and seeing it, make the days easier to cope with. We're almost at the finish line. The cover art is 95% finished
and we'll be looking at some pictures today, and the rest is done! I'll hopefully have an update soon on when
it hits the pressing plant. As for us, we'll be playing live at the Katacombes on June.21st. It's our first show
in a long time with an all new set, so we hope you'll come out, drink, thrash and enjoy the night with us.
Please check back soon!
Steve ...ATSC
MAY.28TH --LET THE FUN BEGIN!
It's finally official. Our record has been mastered, and now we are just awaiting the artwork to put together
the layout, and then it's off to the presses! As for now, if you want to get a taste of a song off the album, click
here for "Another Day Another Dollar" http//:www.myspace.com/andthesagacontinues
The record is looking to be released in August, and I'll hopefully have specifics on a date & release party
in the coming weeks. Hopefully by the beginning of next week, I'll be confirming some pretty big news
as well, so let's keep our fingers crossed. Also, look for changes to site, as our good friend Pablo is going
to help revamp this sucker. Oh the possibilities. The updates will start rolling now, so check back soon!
Steve ...ATSC
MAY. 15TH --RECORD UPDATE
Here's an update on the album. The final mix is done, and any day now, we'll have the final master. The cover
artwork is almost done by our good friend Jason, and Danielle who did the cover artwork for our CD is working
on a new logo, and has already finished a few other designs. More things are in the works, and they'll be posted
here ASAP!!! Until next time.
Steve ...ATSC
APRIL.10TH --ALBUM TITLE
Hey. So, today we hope to finish the mixing of the record. Then all that remains is to master before we start
making this thing look like a record. As for the title of the album, here goes:
MAKING ENEMIES & BURNING BRIDGES.
Another update will be coming soon!!
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.27TH -- RECORDING
So, we're back from our session at Makina Studio. It couldn't have gone better. 49 songs, guitars, bass, drums
& vocals are all done. All that remains is to have our friends come in for backing vocals. This is by far already
the best sounding tight record we've done. I'm extremely anxious to have the album available to the public.
Thanks go out to Ron for an outstanding job,and to Steve Lud for the incredible lap steel playing.
Details will be worked out soon for our launch. Check the shows page, as there will be some dates posted
shorlty for some shows in June as well.
Another update is coming soon!!
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.11TH -- DATES
We will be in the studio March.24-26th to record 49 songs for the album. The title and a couple of other
prospects are still in the works so keep on checking for that!
Stay Tuned...
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MARCH.2ND -- HERE WE GO!
Hey everyone! There's been a bit of a delay since our last update, so here we go. We will be recording at the
end of this month! 2 years in the making and we're anxious to get going. We will be recording with our good
friend Ron once again. There will be some guest vocals and the layout & artwork will be wicked. Otherwise,
the release shows for the comp. just took place and we'll have some available for upcoming shows. News on
our release show will be posted soon. Otherwise we're still awaiting the independent record labels book and
a few other goodies. Just keep checking back and the next update will be really soon!
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
JAN.7TH --UPCOMING BOOK
Happy New Year! '08 will be busy. Recording in Feb. New distros (see below) there will be some comps
coming out shortly and in about 4 months time a paperback book on independent record labels in which
we were interviewed for last year. From the people mentioned to be in the book, it should be a very interesting
read. Our contribution is on punk's and their family background. It will be published by Lexington Press.
When I receive more info I'll post it right away. So, check back for more news soon including some
upcoming shows.
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
DEC.26TH -- NEW DISTRO!!
Hey everyone. Hope you drank your hearts content and have been enjoying the holidays! I mentioned we
had some great distro news, so here it is: Our CD is now available though RELAPSE distribution. So, if anyone
wants wants to get our 1st CD (especially independent stores in the US) please check it out.
Happy New Year and be on the lookout for another update soon!
Steve ...ATSC
DEC.20TH --RECORD UPDATE
All this snow is a bit of a downer, so I thought I'd cheer everyone up with some news. We're looking to start
the recording in February and we have close to 40 songs with all of their lyrics. Also, we will be releasing the
record as an LP with a CD version included. So, everyone wins. There's a new distribution carrying our CD
that we are extremely excited about. Once it's listed in their catalogue I'll say who it is, but it's great news!!
This may be the last post of the year, so we'll see you in '08 ready to destroy!!
Steve ...ATSC
Click on the following link to check out an interview with Jonah:
http://www.mattbff.com/interviews/andthesagacontinues.htm
NOV.22ND--SONGS!!
How's everyone? As happy as I am to see this disgusting weather. Only good thing about this time of year
is egg nog, and those new colorful cases for the 8 pack of cans. So, pre-prod is officially done. 50 scorchers!
Little bit of tweaking here and there, some more lyrics, and names being tossed around for the title and we're
ready to set it to the masses. Just thought I'd give an update on the process. Otherwise, stayed tuned for a
few surprises soon!!
Thanks!
Steve ...ATSC
OCT.29TH --PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE
Hey all. Thanks to those of you who were at both the Hardcharger & C'Mon shows. The work continues on
towards our full length, and more pre-production is in the works for this weekend. It's nice to hear from those
of you who are waiting to hear the new record, cause we're anxious too! The recording quality of the live stuff
can't be altered(being on a digital camera and all, and trust me I've tried). Feed back is all I need so if you're
interested in checking it out, let me know and I'll post it ASAP!! Lastly, on an un-related topic, anyone looking
to have some fun on Thursday Nov.1st should come down to the Saphir for our Soundcentral Halloween party.
Starts at 10pm and it's FREE! Hope to see you there!
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
SEPT.16TH --WHAT'S POPPIN'
How is everyone? Well, here are a few new things going on. 50 songs are ready, and they are scorching.
We will be putting at least one song on-line soon, but we do want it to have vocals, so check back! We
received a really good review of our split 7 inch in this month's issue of RAGE magazine. It's a really cool
mag and it's free, so keep an eye out for it. November will see the release of the High Art For The Low Down
comp. with 23 bands and it will be a goody. We'll make them available on this site once they're in our
possession. So, keep coming back for more news, shows and lots more!
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
AUG.26TH --UPCOMING LIVE FOOTAGE
Hey everyone. Just a quick update to let everyone know that we have half our songs now mixed and I
should be able to post a few samples(sans vocals) very soon. As well, we'll have some live footage recently
recorded. So keep checking back for some new additions to this site soon!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
JULY.23RD -- SHOW
How's it going? We've recently filled the space needed for our local, so thanks to those of you who were
interested. A quick reminder for everyone who showed up early to Gang Green that you can use your 20%
off coupon at soundcentral until the end of this month. What are you waiting for? Check the shows page
as we've just been added to a show this saturday night. Otherwise, we'd like to send a thank you out
to Jeff Whiplash & all of the folks for that matter at Short Fast & Loud(what a great zine) for naming
us as 1 of the 5 most underrated bands(amongst many). There are so many great unnoticed bands, and it
is humbling to say the least.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
JULY. 8TH -- QUICK NEWS
Hello everyone. Well the search ended early last week, and we have found a new local. We are however looking
for another band to share the space with. If you are interested, please contact us via this website. Otherwise,
in regards to the Gang Green show, the first 20 people to show up early and support the local acts will receive
a discount on their next purchase at Soundcentral. So, show up ealry, hear some great music, and then save
some $ the next time you buy your music. Sounds good eh?
Stay tuned for more goodies!
Steve ...ATSC
JUNE.23RD--LOOKING FOR A LOCAL
Hey all. So, I guess by the heading you can tell that we're looking for a new practice space. July.1st would
be ideal, but shortly afterwards would be fine too. We can be contacted through this site at either e-mail.
In other news, the song T-4 has been submitted for the High Art For The Low Down Comp. due out in August.
Lastly, we'll soon have a new song(or songs) posted on the music page from the pre-prod. we recently
finished. There won't be vocals, just a little taste of what's to come.
Thanks,
Steve ...ATSC
JUNE.3RD -- WHAT'S GOING ON?
Hey everyone. It's been a few weeks since our last update. Not too much in the way of news. Jonah has returned from
Hawaii and I'm sure will have many good stories to tell. Beer fest was pretty lame, and I celebrated my 27th
b-day. I am however looking forward to completing more songs for the record, and my landmine pedal sounds
incredible. There will still be an incentive for those of who you come out early to our next show, and more
distros will have our records available soon. I've also recently come across some new pictures which will
be added shortly. Lastly, here's another review of the Ferocious record that was published by Exclaim! magazine.
EXCLAIM! REVIEW
These three hard lovin’ Montreal punk/metal dudes sure pull out all the stops when they get goin’.
This latest release, fitting titled Ferocious, finds the lads jam-packing 20 punk/metal blasts onto a single seven-inch.
Of course, the tracks are nearly indistinguishable from each other, walking the line between
Brooklyn hardcore knocks and oi punk fury with muscles flexing. The group’s attitude is pure “fuck you”
mayhem, going so far as to feature cover art where the three members are pictured holding weapons of malice
while a sea of blood and body parts surrounds them. The recording quality is pretty good at best with most
takes sounding live off the floor. Ferocious could seriously do a lot of good with a little more “oomph” in the
production, as the drums sound a bit thin and guitars often get tinny and thin where they
should be thick and crunching. Perhaps the most commendable thing about …And the Saga Continues is the
band’s incredibly D.I.Y. standpoint, and their fearless nature to do and say whatever the hell they want,
no matter how crude. (Kevin Hainey)
Thanks for continually checking our site and another update coming soon!
Steve ...ATSC
MAY.14-- SHOW
How's it going? So, we'll be playing with Gang Green in July at Foufs(check the shows page). Check back
shortly, as the news section will have an incentive posted on the part of us and Soundcentral for those
who show up early to enjoy the show and support local bands. This Sunday we will be doing pre-production
for the songs on the up-coming record, and depending on time, record a new song for the comp. listed in
the last News section. I'll hopefully have an update on distribution as well as a few other interesting
things soon. Stay Tuned!!
Steve ...ATSC
APRIL.16-- COMP. NEWS
Hey everyone. Just quick news regarding a compilation that's upcoming. High Art for the Low Down
(A great DIY space) is putting out a comp. of bands that have played there, and it has a great list of bands
so far. We'll have an un-released song on it, and the release date is aiming for August. When more news
becomes available we'll post it(as well as other news I'm awaiting). If you're looking for a place to play
the next time you're in T.O. check them out at http://www.myspace.com/highartforthelowdown
Another update soon!
Steve ...ATSC
APRIL.9TH-- NO HALF STEPPIN'
What's up all. We had a great time at the show on Saturday. Thanks to those who stuck it out until 3am.
If anyone has any photos from the last few shows, if you could send them to the e-mail address in the
BAND section, we'd really appreciate it. So, pre-production should hopefully commence soon, and just
wait until you hear the riffing Richard Kleine is gonna drop on this one. We'll have more news and hopefully
distro news soon.
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.19TH -- TIME TO GET LOOSE!
Thanks to those who came out to the show at Katacombes. We had a great time, and Iron Fist & Hardcharger
were awesome. We will definitely do a make-up show for having to cancel on saturday, and hope to be back
in Ottawa early this summer. Of all the days for a storm. We've added a few more links, so check them out!
As for us, the work continues on the full length, and we'll have more updates on how it's progressing soon.
I hope to have confirmation shortly on something we're stoked about, so once it's confirmed, I'll post it right away.
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.4TH--DO WHAT YOU HASTA
So, the song writing process for the record is now complete. Pre-production is commencing and a
new song will be posted in the coming weeks. Otherwise, we hope many of you will come out to the Katacombes
on the 15th. It will be one of the last shows we play locally before the record comes out. Check back soon for
a big update.
Steve ...ATSC
FEB.11TH--DAMN BOY!
Thanks to everyone who came out to the show on Saturday night. We had a great time despite a non-working
elevator, and the afterparty was bumpin'. We hope to see the same turnout when Iron Fist makes their way back
to Quebec for our show at Katacombes on March.15th. It's at that time, that those of you who didn't take advantage
of the unveiling of the SAGA SAUCE, that you can double your quantities. Hopefully more of you can take part in
an upcoming poll I'll be taking on what my name should be on the next record. Bobby Pineapple will be hard
to beat, so choose wisely. Check back soon for more updates, and potentially a new song on-line?
Steve ...ATSC
JAN.25TH--MORE NEWS AT 11
Hey everyone. I just wanted to give a little update on the upcoming record. The songs are sounding great
and we're just 2 songs away from completing the music process. Next up some pre-production, and then the
fun part of recording! All shows have been confirmed plus a new one since the last update, so be sure to
check it out. Our good friends Iron Fist will be in town in March, as well as their new side project playing at
the Katacombes, so come on down to support a great new club, and the touring bands.
Stay tuned for another update and some site changes soon!
Steve ...ATSC
JAN.2ND-- HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Hey everyone, happy new year. So, a little news to start off '07. Check out the shows page, as we have a
few shows coming up. The "Crush Your Canadian Idols" comp. from Capitall Kill was just released as well.
It's a limited run to start, so we'll have a few available for our next shows. It's a great comp. so be sure to
seek it out. Also as mentioned, now our discography is available through metalpunk distribution.
Stay tuned to the devestating sound of Jonah's new bass amp at the next show, and more news on
the upcoming record soon!
Take Care,
Steve ...ATSC
DEC.11TH-- THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS!!
What's up everyone? Don't be fooled by the heading, I don't mean days until X-mas. I mean roughly 10 more
songs to complete and we should be ready for pre-production. We're all really looking forward to hearing
what this album will sound like. I gurantee the last 7inch was just the beginning of our thrash onslaught.
Otherwise, as mentioned our CD (and in a few days our two 7inches) are now on Metalpunk, so check it out.
Also, check the shows page from time to time, as for right now we'll be playing in Montreal in February, and
we'll be playing a bunch of new songs for the show. Check back soon for more witty comments, and news!
Steve ...ATSC
NOV.27TH-- UPDATE
It's that time of year everybody. X-mas songs are being played practically everywhere you go and the
madness of people at your every turn, brings out all our inner road rage(without the car). That's why we
have 3 reasons to celebrate. Eggnog is now available, Dr.Fuck has joined us to help spread our thrash
massacre, and we have another outlet now for purchasing our records. Our records will soon be available
through http://www.metalpunk.com
Please take the time to check out this site, and the underground music it supports. I'll have the link as
well in the links section very soon. As for us, the continuation of our next record is still progressing, and
I meant when I said earlier, I'll try to put rough cuts of a couple of songs on line, as we've done in the past.
We'll have more updates soon, so check back!
Steve ..ATSC
NOV.2ND--WHAT'S UP?
So, what's new with the Saga you ask? Well, you can ask in person when everyone shows up nice and early
this upcoming Tuesday(Nov.7th) at the 1st official show of the Katacombes which promises to be a goody.
Regulations from Sweden, Born Dead Icons, C.C.S.S. and ourselves. Rumour has it, there may be some Saga
Sauce also making it's debut, so save a few bucks as it tastes so good, you'll actually appreciate shitting fire.
I've just received news that the GSP records comp. is in the mastering stages, and will be available soon. It's an
all out grind assault, and promises to slay. When I have a release date, I'll post that. Lastly, I've wanted to make
this site somewhat more interactive, so, here ya go you bloodsuckers, a free give away. Answer this skill testing
punk rock question and you will receive a free CD + Split 7inch. Unfortunately it is just restricted to the Montreal
area for now, and you can pick them up at Soundcentral(2071 St.Denis)
Which 5 bands appeared on the "Welcome to Venice" Compilation released in 1986?
E-mail your answers to ftbrecords@hotmail.com, and we'll randomly select 1 winner, and give you your
password when you pass by the store.
So, keep on coming back for more updates, and see you at the show!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
OCTOBER.12TH-- FAST NEWS
Hello all, so check out the shows page, as it's been updated. Otherwise, the work continues on towards the full
length, and hopefully some pre-production soon, with the help of Ron and his swanky microphones, Depending
on if I get sauced on Wells before their show, yours truely may perform with Ron at the J&TH show at l'esco at
the end of the month for their record release. I guess we'll all have to wait and see. So, keep checking back
for more news, pics and upcoming shows soon.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
SEPTEMBER.25th-- COMP. NOW AVAILABLE!
So, the 2 disc compilation from Fight the Mentality records is now available for $5, so you should pick it up, as
it features 52 bands of all genres of music. When I receive more news on a release date for the "Crush Your
Canadian Idols" comp. I'll post that as well. And, as promised, here are 2 quick reviews of the Ferocious 7 inch.
BANG BANG
"Feroce? Tres Feroce et veloce. Vingt chansons sur un sept puces, brefs, mais precis, tout en rage et en
force. Hardcore ultrarapide, syncope, gueule, mais pas du gros rah rah habituel au genre, c'st comme
du hardcore old school, mais en concentre. On reprend quelques fois notre souffle, mais c'est pour mieux
repartir dans le tapis. Excellent". (K)
MONTREAL MIRROR
"Twenty Pulverising thrashers, squeezed onto a seven-inch! Take that DRI!" (JC)
Check back for show postings, and some more updates in the next week.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
SEPTEMBER.11TH-- REVIEWS
So, I realized in the news a while ago I mentioned we received some reviews of our lastest 7 inch, so here are 2
for now, and I'll post another one later this week.
PUNK PLANET (June)
"Ferocious is right. This 7" has 20 songs on it, and all of them are scorchers. I mean, a 7" with 20 songs? Do you
really need me to tell you what it sounds like? Best song title award goes to "I Can Feel The Wind On My Ass".
Get This! (DH)
Short, Fast + Loud (Issue#15)
"Burly ass 20 song hardcore EP here out of Canada! Hard not to compare this to D.R.I. but it has that feel(though a
bit more "modern") just mix in some Capitalist Casualties/No Comment and its on motherfucker! With twenty songs,
you got a lot of lyric writing and they do a good job presenting a punk as fuck "fuck you" attitude along with
some righteous politics and schemes for revenge. Fucking ace."
Lastly, the fight the Fight the Mentality comp. featuring 52 bands(double Cd) is now available, so check it out!!
Thanks again,
Steve ...ATSC
SEPTEMBER.11TH-- OFFICIAL RANT PART 1
Although, I initially wanted this site to soley pertain to news concerning the Saga camp, I also realize that it sucks to
check a bands site only to see it hasn't been updated since Nov.2004. We try to always have something on the go, but
just like the news last night, on how to pack those kids a healthy lunch, some days(weeks) are slow news days, so fuck
it, I'll just rant. I guess basically it's upsetting that a lot of Indie labels have been signing major label distribution. I
am all for bands having great exposure, but I'm not sure if the band realizes that the Indie shops end up having a much
harder time stocking their records, and keeping their record at a competitive price. Although I know there are a ton
of great independent bands and labels out there, too many to count, I can't help but feel that this movement we all
got into for numerous reeasons, is losing a lot of meaning. I encourage local and independent bands to consign their
music if they can, as the clientele for mom and pop shops appreciate seeing a local band's music at an affordable
price. I'd really like to have open forum, so for anything you read here in the coming weeks, if you agree/disagree or
just feel like complementing Jonah on his bass rig, please use the guestbook. We'd like to hear what you have to say.
So, as I finish my Faxe 10, I say thanks to all of you who check out our band, and support what it is we do.
We appreciate it, more than you'll ever know.
R.I.P. SNFU (long overdue)
Take care of yourselves,
Steve ...ATSC
SEPT.3RD-- BACK ON-LINE!
Hello everyone. Long time no speak. So, thanks to Andrew I am now able to get back to my witty and intellectual
updates, that I'm sure you all missed. There will definitely be some changes in the coming months to the site, so
keep on coming back. Now that I can update from the comfort of my living room, I am going to do at least 1 update
a week, or at least a rant on how innovative music is these days. I will be posting some upcoming shows in October
very shortly, and some new pictures for the Pics section. We are pretty much at the 40 song mark towards our next
album, and it will be a scorcher. I will keep you on top of things as the album progresses. So, thanks to everyone for
your patience, and you'll be hearing from the Saga very soon.
Hold it down,
Steve ...ATSC
JULY.27TH--QUICK NEWS!!
Hey all. So, we're really looking forward to this upcoming weekend in T.O. and hope to see you there! We will know
very soon of 2 possible upcoming shows in Mtl for August so check the shows page often. Which leads to my next
topic. I will be moving next week, so until I figure out how to transfer this wonderful world wide web program to
another computer, our next update could take a little longer than I like. But if any new shows or news comes up,
please check out our myspace page, and you'll get all the info needed.
Catch you on the rebound,
Steve ...ATSC
JULY.5TH--UPDATE
How is everyone? So, please be sure to check out the shows page, and the music page with all new updates! We're
looking forward to this friday's show with the Unseen, and to play at Club Lambi for the 1st time. Le Showcase is a
really nice venue, and we had a great time a few weeks back with our friends The Sainte Catherines. Once security
figures out that punk rockers are not going to these shows with guns and knives, it will make for a real nice space.
Check back soon, as we'll hopefully have a few rough tracks avaialble from our upcoming full length.
Hope to see you at the shows!
Take Care,
Steve ...ATSC
JUNE.12TH--REVIEWS!!
First off, we'd like to mention that this Friday, we'll be playing at Le Showcase(from what I can tell, it's 1st show) with
the Sainte Catherines, None More Black, and Fifth Hour Hero. It should be a great time, and we hope to see you there!
Also, our Ferocious 7 inch has received 3 great reviews in this month's issues of Punk Planet, Exclaim, and issue#15
of Short, Fast + Loud. I truely appreciate them, as all 3 really showed that the reviewers took the time to listen
to the music and read what we're about. Lastly our acount with F.A.B. distribution is back up and running (thanks
Vince!!) so we'll be working to the best of our abilities to make sure our records can get to all the Independent
shops in the cities where we may have played before, but is not yet available. Lastly, our store section does not give
the opporunity to buy merch. so if you're searching for something of ours non-music related, you can search on-line
at the finest underground music shop where yours truely works, at www.soundcentralstore.com
Check back soon!!....
Steve ...ATSC
MAY.30TH--QUICK UPDATE
Hello! So, first off I'd like to mention that the What is Indie? movie is now avaialble, and you can order it on-line, or
head down to Soundcentral for a copy of it. Let's just say our song kinda sticks out on the comp. to say the least.
Also, Jonah and myself were recently interviewed concerning independent labels and bands for a book that will be
coming out sometime in the near future. We were of the first 5 interviewed, but there will be 100 people total. We
should have confirmation of a show in June this week, so check the shows page for an update. Lastly, we're halfway
there, with now 30 songs writen towards our next full length, and I am feeling very good about them. Hopefully, we'll
have a few pre-production songs posted in the music section in a little while. More news to follow soon!
Steve ...ATSC
MAY.4TH- MORE NEWS!!
This Saturday night don't forget to go to Sala Rossa for the Montreal screening of "What Is Indie?" The show kicks
off at 8pm. Otherwise, we are currently taking a bit of time off from shows to work on new songs for an upcoming
full length, but check the shows page often, as there are sure to be some updates soon. Our Ferocious 7 inch
received some great reviews in both last month's Maximumrocknroll, and the current issue of Heartattack, which sadly
has one more issue before it comes to an end. Soon enough we'll also have more info on the upcoming comps with
our unreleased songs. Lastly, D.R.I. has been a huge influence on all of us, and although we don't know him
personally, we wish Spike of D.R.I. all the best in his recovery.
BUT I'D RATHER BE SLEEPING!!
Steve ...ATSC
April.3rd--NEWS!
Hey everyone. First off we just wanted to let you know that unfortunatley we had to cancel the Sherbrooke Metal Fest,
and this Sunday's show in Sherbrooke as well. Unfortunately Jonah broke his foot, but when you're giving the
meanest piledriver in the game, accidents do happen. Please send all your best wishes, and get well cards to our
mailing address. We'd like to thank the promoters who booked us for these shows, and you all know we'll be back
soon! Otherwise, as mentioned earlier, the What Is Indie?(linked below) premiere is May.6th at Sala Rossa. Please
come down and check that out. 2 more un-released tracks were sent to Victoria last week for an upcoming Global
Suicide Pact records comp. that will be out this summer, with some great grindcore bands. More news soon!!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
March.6th--COMPS & DITRO!!
Hey, hope everyone is doing well. As mentioned preeviously, we have a few songs on some upcoming comps, and
another one just added for the "What Is Indie" film coming out on Standalone records. The film is looking great, and
has had an enormous amount of hard work put into it. It will be a DVD/CD when it becomes available in May. I really
recommend you checking out this film when it premieres in Montreal (I'll give all the info on that soon!). Our song is
unreleased, and please check out all the other artists at www.standalonerecords.com. Also, we have started up our
distro entitled Deadstribution and right now, a quick look of what is currently in the catalogue can be seen on
myspace at http://www.myspace.com/deadstribution. Lastly, our shows page has been updated, and there might be
a few more, so check back soon.
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
February.11th--NEWS!!
So, how is everyone? It's been a little while since an update, so here it goes. We just recently submitted a song from
our split 7 inch to appear on an upcoming "Fight The Mentality comp, as well as 4 out of print songs from our 1st
CD "The Sinister 3" to appear on a Circle Pit Productions tape comp, which features some amazing bands, as well
as bringng back a lost format, the almighty cassette!! Otherwise, we have about 25 new songs, in our quest to have at
least 60 songs, to go in and record our new album with. There are no current dates planned in Montreal for now, but
we will have some posted soon. In the meantime, please come down to a show we are putting on for some of our
good friends. Saturday March.11th, with Last Days, Squalor, and Take One For The Team which is thrash from Ottawa.
The show will beat your favorite watering hole, The Barfly, and is $4. We hope to see you there!! Although lately
the weather has made me very sluggish, I promise there will be more updates soon!
R.I.P. Pig Champion,
Steve ...ATSC
January.8th-- QUICK NEWS!
Happy New Year out there to everyone! The show at the Barfly was great, and thanks to everyone who tore the place
up. Shortly, I will add a link to interpunk which is a great resource to find music, and another outlet to buy our
records for those who are interested. For the next little while, we will be working on a lot of new material which will
be on our next full length, and taking a small break from playing shows. Check out the line-up however on
punkottawa.com for the 2 days of the "Annihilated By Noise" fest in March which will be a lot of fun. Lastly, our
Ferocious 7 inch got a great review in January's issue of Maximum Rock N Roll. More updates soon!
Steve ...ATSC
December.4th--UPDATES!
We wanted to let everyone know that our music page has been updated, as well as the shows/band page, so
please check them out. Also, tracks from the new Ferocious 7 inch will be downloadable by the end of the night, as
promised by me for the past few weeks, we hope you enjoy. More news real soon!
Steve ...ATSC
December.1st-- Shows & Recording!
Hey everyone. So, we had a really good time this past weekend with our friends I Farm & Whiskey Trench. Thanks to
those involved with the shows in OItawa and Sherbrooke. Definitely check out the new I Farm record when it comes
out on Go-Kart, it will be amazing! We have 1 more show this year, a benefit to help our friends in Jaws of Life, so be
there on the 17th. Also, if all goes as planned we will be recording this month to put a few new & old songs on an
upcoming compilation, and more news will follow on that soon. I've said this before, and will again, that very soon
the new 7inch will be on the music page, with tracks to download, and all the info pertaining to it. Lastly, I have
yet to see it, but shortly there will a myspace account on line for the Saga for those who are interested.
More news sooner than later...
Glass Joe ...ATSC
October.27th--Distro, Shows!!
Hello! So, as for now, the new 7 inch will be distributed by Sonic Unyon, F.A.B., Ebullition(USA), & Interpunk. I'd
like to thank all of these awesome distributors for taking on the new release, as we truely appreciate it. It is also
available at all our fine record stores here in Montreal. In the following weeks we will have it on-line through our
store section, and with mp3's on the music page. Please check out the shows page, as it has been updated, and we
are really looking forward to seeing our old friends in I Farm, good times they will be! I'd like to thank Pat at Foufs
for the numerous opportunities to play with some great bands in the past, and nothing but best wishes! More news
will follow soon, thanks to Andrew for helping me figure out my computer problems.
Smoking Hot!
Steve ...ATSC
October. 8th--New Links
We have a few new links for you to check out. www.qchc.com and www.divorcerecords.ca We have some shows
coming up listed on the shows page. The new 7" is available now, contact our record label for mailorder
ftbrecords@hotmail.com. It will be available in stores throughout the U.S. and Canada in the next few months.
Take care.
Jonah ...ATSC
September.16th--Do you believe in Karma?
Hello all. So, we will be playing at the Main Hall for a Pop Montreal show on Sept.28th with some good friends of
ours, and we are really looking forward to it. Otherwise, the site will be updated shortly adding the new 7 inch to
both the store and music page with free downloads. We have 50 limited copies of the 7 inch on grey marble, so if
you would like one, please contact us, as we won't be putting those in distro, but mainly for mailorder, and at
shows. Something of mine was taken not too long ago, and to say the least, it was extremely upsetting, and
frustrating, as you try to put it together why someone would purposely want to fuck you over. I was very lucky to
have recently gotten this item back, due mainly in part to this person's stupidity. So, I believe in karma, and already
know that this will come back to haunt them. So, more out of town shows will be posted soon, and the wheels are
already in motion for the next full length release. More news soon,
Steve ...ATSC
August.28th--Back From Tour!
Hello, hope everyone out there is doing well. So we returned earlier this week from tour, and it was awesome.
The band would personally like to extend our biggest gratitude to everyone who helped us with a show, let us take
up their floorspace, cook, clean, and for just hanging out. I'd also like to thank everyone who came out to the shows,
the people who supporrted us, bought our music, and helped us along our way. Also, a big thanks to all the bands
we played with, we truely appreciated it, and we made some good new friends. So, the 1st 50 hand numbered copies
of our new 7inch are sold out, but we will have the rest available sometime this week, and shortly have them on-line
and through stores. Thanks so much again to everyone, and I'll have another update real soon!
Take Care,
Steve ...ATSC
July.26th--LAST UPDATES
So, I never thought I'd see an out of town band get charged for the rental of a club on tour, but it happened on
Sunday. Our good friends Iron Fist were awesome, and paid to play. I only can wish them the best of luck on the
remainder of their tour, and look forward to seeing them in 2 weeks time. I really hope to see everyone at the
show next friday at Hemisphere Gauche. There are some great bands playing, and will make for a wicked night.
We will have ...ATSC shot glasses for sale at the show, courtesy of our good friend Maggie, and once I have the
proper co-ordinates to reach her, it will be in the links section, as they look awesome. Also we'll have our new t-shirts
available as well. Otherwise, once again, I'd like to thank all of the people who I've been in contact with for our tour,
and extend our gratitude to you for all that you are doing for us. The band truely appreciates it, and we are looking
forward to hanging out soon! So, I'll try to get to this news section at least once more before tour.
Take it easy,
Steve ...ATSC
July.7th-- Tour Dates On Shows Page!!
Hey everyone. So, all the tour dates have now been posted on our shows page. I willadd the names of bands and
more info, as soon as I receive them! We have a few moreshows in Montreal confirmed now before leaving as well,
starting with what should be a great show this saturday night!! Otherwise we should have new t-shirts, and other
goodies at our show in Montreal before leaving. More news and updates coming soon!!
Peace out,
Steve ...ATSC
June.14th-- Tour & New Music
So, as I sit and watch the ceiling in my room about to cave in at any moment, and probably destroy what little
things I have, I'm thinking "only 2 more months" and I'll be on the road where none of this shit will matter.
I personally want to thank everyone who has been so cool thus far, in helping us with a show in their town.
I still get goosebumps thinking about how cool it is, to speak with someone who you haven't met yet, and
have them treat you like you've been friends for years, offering to you everything in their capabilites. Speaking
of which, in the next few days I will have the shows that have been confirmed listed on the shows page. The
7 inch will be at the pressing plant in a matter of days, and we are looking forward to having it available at
shows for everyone. Otherwise, we hope to see you at the 2 shows we have booked in Montreal before leaving
and they are with some great bands, so please come out! We will be launching the 7 inch at Hemisphere
Gauche on Friday August.5th with CPC Gangbangs, and 1 more band TBA, so check back. So, more news will
definitley follow in the upcoming days. In this heat, who needs a ceiling anyways.
Later, Steve ...ATSC
MAY.19th--
SHOWS & NEW 7 inch!!
Our 7 inch is complete aside from the final
mix and master, and we are looking forward to getting it to the
pressing plant. Our good friend Ron did an amzing job and it is
by far the best sounding recording the Saga has done. It looks
as though our 1st day of tour will also be the launch for the
record, and details will follow on that soon! Also, the shows
page has been updated, so check it out! Definitley more news and
confirmed tour dates coming soon, so please check back.
Take Care,
Steve ...ATSC
APRIL.28TH--
7 inch Recording Time!
So,
this Sunday, we'll be recording for our 7 inch, and it seems as
though we willhave enough space for all 20 songs! The record will
be available for the beginning of August, right before our tour
starts. The booking is in the beginning stages, and confirmations
will be posted in the next few weeks. Otherwise, after the recording
is done, we will definitley be playing more shows, so check out
the shows page! As always, check back soon...
Later, Steve ...ATSC
APRIL.5TH-- NEW RECORDING & TOUR!!
How's
everyone doing?
Well the beginning of May will see us back in the studio, and
recording 20 songs for our next 7inch. We should have it out by
this July, as we will be going on tour in August. The exact dates,
and locations will be put up periodically, as they are confirmed.
More shows will be added in the coming weeks as well.
Check back soon,
Steve ...ATSC
MARCH.22ND-- UPCOMING SHOWS
Well, it's officially spring! I didn't think I'd see the day. So, unfortunately Boston's
Out Cold rescheduled, and will be coming to Canada sometime in May. We'll let
you know when the date is confirmed. This saturday we will be playing with The
Hold from halifax as well as Walk Aside, so come on down to the Gates of Hell
for what should be a great show. Otherwise, plans are under way for tour in
August, and updates will be coming shortly on that. Our split 7" has had 2 reviews
in the last issues of both Maximum Rock n'Roll, and Quebec's RAD zine.
Many more updates from the Saga camp soon...
Later, Steve ...ATSC
FEBRUARY.26TH-- ...ATSC NEWS!
So, thanks to those of you who came out to our release show. We had a great time,
and it felt great playing after our longest break in close to our 5 year existence. As
mentioned in prior news, our record becomes available through Sonic Unyon on
Tues. March.8th. The shows page has just been updated, and we look forward to
playing with Out Cold on April.1st in Sherbrooke. They should be playing Montreal
the following night, and it is their 1st time in Canda, so take this opportunity to go
and see them. Otherwise, as mentioned we should have some new merch. soon,
and lastly Le Beatbox studios is celebrating it's 1 year anniversary, and a
compilation of bands that have recorded at the studio is being compiled, and we
will have a song on that compilation as well.
More news soon!
Steve ...ATSC
FEBRUARY.19TH-- LAUNCH FOR SPLIT 7"
After a few days of horrible weather, we hope this Tuesday will see some more
signs of an early spring as we lauch our split 7". So, come one come all, as
it should be a fun night. Also, we are happy to announce that Sonic Unyon is yet
another fine company helping us in distributing our records. Be sure to check out
www.standalonerecords.com, as there is a new documentary called "What is
Indie" that will be coming out soon with both a CD & DVD, and we will have a new
song on the compilation. Hope to see you at the Balafre!
Steve ...ATSC
JANUARY.30TH-- UPDATES TO THE SITE!
Hope everyone is well. So the site has a few changes now, so please check out
the music page, the links, and some new shows have been added as well. We will
have a new mp3 shortly from our 7", and the pictures section will be updated also.
Check back shortly!
Later, Steve ...ATSC
JANUARY.16TH-- MORE NEWS!!
So how's everyone doing? We hope to see you at the Balafre on Feb.22/05 as it's
the launch for our split 7" with H.O.D. Check out the shows page, for more info.
This friday the changes will be in effect to the site, and some new MP3's will be
available. Otherwise, we are extremely happy to say that Ebullition distribution
now carries both of our releases in the U.S. We'd like to thank Kent for that
opportunity. The Mirror this week also had a review of the 7" in the mini reviews
section. More updates to come this week!!
Come back soon,
Steve ...ATSC
JANUARY.10TH--HAPPY NEW YEAR
Hey everyone. We hope you took advantage of the holidays, drank lots of egg nog,
drank in general, and endured the family gatherings. So the Saga has a lot
planned for this year, and we'll fill you in on all the details very soon. Tomorrow
I will have the date for the show we will be playing to launch our split 7" with
H.O.D. It will be at The Balafre. So check back soon. Otherwise, some new
merchandise is in the works, some out of town shows, and this weekend, a
reworking of the site with our website designer (extraordinaire!) Andrew. More
updates to be added soon!!
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
DECEMBER.17TH-- UPDATES!!
Hey everyone. So, we wanted to now let all you web-surfers (and non) know
that our records are available through interpunk.com. If you haven't already,
do yourselves a favour and check out the site, as it is a great resource for getting
music. Also, as mentioned, we hope to have some more distros added by the
beginning of the New Year. Early 2005 will also see an all Canadian musical
assault brought to you by Capital Kill, something you should also try to pick up
when it becomes available. A double CD comp!! More news concerning upcoming
shows, website changes, and lots more, soon....
Steve ...ATSC
DECEMBER.5TH-- NEW DISTROS
Hello, hope everyone is well. So, we wanted to let everyone know so far which
distros that are records are available through. As it stands right now, it is Local
Distribution (exclusive to Quebec) F.A.B. Distribution (across Canada) and within a
week or so, our releases will also be on-line through inter-punk. There are at least
2 other distros we hope to have soon as well, and once they are confirmed, it'll be
posted right here. So, if anyone out there wants our records, of course you can
always contact us, or go to your local independent store, and ask them if they
can order a copy through these options. There are no shows booked right now,
but things should be happening in the New Year, and we will be doing a show
for the release of our split 7" with Hands if Death. I am not sure of the release
date, but Capital Kill is putiing out a compilation and we will have a new
unreleased song on that. The website will have some changes soon, but I have
no computer skills, so bare with me, but soon I promise. Lastly, drink some egg
nog, and enjoy the cold weather. Take it easy,
Steve ...ATSC
NOVEMBER.16TH-- NEW LINKS TO CHECK OUT!
Hey everyone. Soon we will have these links on the links page, but for now
here are some interesting things to check out. Awesome Montreal hardcore
band Jaws Of Life . Another cool band Ab Irato. A great production company/DIY
label out of Ottawa Capitall Kill. Otherwise, as mentioned, some changes will be
made to a few other sections soon. Come back for more news soon...
Later,
Steve ...ATSC
NOVEMBER.3RD--OUR RECORD IS OUT! & SNFU KICK ASS!
How is everyone. Well, we are extremely happy, as our new split 7" is now out.
Our side has 5 brand new songs, and 3 songs by Hands of Death. There is an error
on the Contempt website concerning prices. But right now you can buy it from us
at $4, as well as at Soundcentral for $4.99, and we hope to soon have it in
distribution, so you can buy it at your local independent record store. The website
will soon have a lot of changes to the pictures, links, and music section. So come
back and check that out in the following week or so. Lastly, the 2 shows with
SNFU were incredible. We had a great time, and still after 24 years SNFU will
still kick your ass. They were great people, and made it 2 nights that will not be
forgotten. Thanks again are in order to Dan for giving us the opportunity. Check
out an interview with Mark Belke on the Beer O'Clock, at www.thebeeroclock.com
More news, and plans for a 7" release show soon.
Steve ...ATSC
OCTOBER.22ND--SNFU & SPLIT 7"
Hey everyone. So as of Monday of this week, we approved the test press of our
record, and hope to have it within 2 weeks. Be assured it will be posted as soon
as it is received. We are going to have some out of town shows booked shortly, as
well as our split record release party show. Stayed tuned for details on that. Some
other great news is that we have been given a great opportunity to play both
nights with SNFU here in Montreal. We are extremely stoked, and are looking
forward to it. Be sure to be there either Ocober.31st, or November.1st, 8pm sharp!
Come back for more news soon...
Hold it down,
Steve ...ATSC
OCTOBER.12TH--SHOWS PAGE UPDATE
How is everyone doing? One of Canada's most important, and influential bands
will be coming through to play 2 shows in Montreal, on the 31st of October, and
November.1st. We have the privilege to play with SNFU the 2nd show, which is 18+
They are a live band that should not be missed, and their new album is also out
now! We should be listening to the test press of our split 7" tomorrow, and have it
also available soon. More shows will also be posted within the next 2 weeks.
"Contempt For Humanity" has a new website at www.cfhrec.com, so check it out!
Take it easy,
Steve ...ATSC.
SEPTEMBER.29TH--UPDATE!
The last show at L'X was a great success. Throughout the day 350 people were in
attendance. We wish them the best in continuing their quest to promote great
music, and in the helping of street youth. Otherwise, we will be taking a small
break from playing, and continue working on new songs, and get ready to promote
our split 7", as well as a release show. So stay tuned for more news on that.
Also, some new merch. will be in the works. Since our return from tour, we've
had limited selection, and want to change that ASAP. Check back for more
updates soon...
Steve ...ATSC.
SEPTEMBER.18TH-- LAST SHOW AT L'X
Last Tuesday, we had a great time playing with the Dayglo Abortions. They
were awesome, and sip yek nom from the North West Territories were really
cool as well. Definitely check Dayglo out when they come through your town,
as it might be your last chance. Next Saturday, L'X will be having bands take
the stage for the final time. It is very sad to see it go, so please come down, and
support a venue that has put on amazing shows for many years. We hope to see
you there.
Steve ...ATSC
SEPTEMBER.1ST-- UPCOMING SHOWS
How is everyone doing? So, the shows page is now updated. We are extremely
happy to be playing with the Dayglo Abortions on Sept.14th. (thanks Pat) So, you
better be there, as this may be the final tour?? Their new record Holy Shite is
wicked, so check it out. As mentioned the month of September should see the
split 7" of us and H.O.D. If all works out we'll have it for a special show, that isn't
being mentioned about just quite yet. Take it easy,
Steve.
AUGUST.12TH-- YYYYYYYEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Jonah here, I just wanted to write a little thank you to everyone who helped us
out on this tour. Everything went very smoothly and we had an amazing time.
Our brand new split 7" with Hands Of Death will be out in September. The Shows
page has been updated. There should be more news in the next little while.
Jonah.
JULY.25th-- BACK FROM TOUR!!
Hello to everyone. It's been a while since we have been able to update the site.
We returned today from our Canadian tour. It was amazing. We had a great time
at our shows, met some amazing people, played with some sick bands, and had
probably one of the best tours to date. It was great to have our roadie/merch.
extrodinaire P-Low with us for the trip, and all I can say is that I already can't
wait to go again. I'm pretty sure we'll have a little tour diary up soon, and every-
one in the band will have something to say up on this news page as well. I above
all want to thank everyone for their hospitality for the last few weeks. To every-
one who let us sleep, cook ,wash ,shower at their place, and to everyone who
helped us with our shows. It cannot be put into proper words how much we all
appreciate it. THANK YOU!
Steve ...ATSC.
JUNE.24TH-- SHOWS PAGE NOW UPDATED
So, the dates for our upcoming tour are now posted, and as always there may
be some changes. We leave 2 weeks from today, and are definitely looking
forward to it. Hopefully everything works out to have our split 7" for our
Montreal show, and we hope to see you there. Take Care, ...ATSC.
JUNE.9TH-- THANKS & SHOWS
Hello, Well our many thanks go out to Caity for doing an amazing job with our
artwork for our split 7", to Camille for doing a great job on the layout, and of
course to Ronathan for the mixing and mastering job. It's all complete, and we
are very anxious to have the final product. As I mentioned earlier, I will have
our tour dates posted in the shows section, and it will be updated by the week-
end. We hope everyone will come out, and support the Sound Central fest on
Friday July.2nd. It's the launces of both Squalor, and the Expectorated Sequence,
as well as the website launch for the store, and many great bands will be playing.
Tix are $7 in advance, and are now available at Soundcentral. Well, that's it for
now, and don't forget to come out on Thursday July.8th at the Balafre for a night
of pure chaos. A Happy B-Day shout out also to the General, see you on Friday
buddy!
Later, Steve.
MAY.29TH--NEW TOUR SCHEDULE & UPCOMING EVENTS
How's everyone doing? So, our tour in July has a slight change, as we will
be staying within Canada. The dates are from July.8th to July.25th and we will
be going through the Maritimes, Quebec, and Ontario. The tour schedule will
be posted on the shows page within a few days. Everyone has been extremely
cool with us in the booking of the tour, and I would like to thank everyone in
advance. The artwork for our split 7" should be finished within a few days by our
good friend Katie, and new merchandise will be in the works starting this week.
July.8th is our 1st night of our "Heads up cause we're dropping some shit" tour
at the Balafre for $5, so our hopes are to pack that place in, and have a
wicked night. Also, there's a cool review of our record in this month's
Slug and Lettuce. So, check back soon as there will be much more news in
the upcoming days.
Steve.
MAY.14TH--NEW SHOW ADDED & COMPILATION TRACKS.
Next Saturday (May.22nd) we will be playing at the Loudhouse, so we hope
everyone can come out, drink some beers, and of course represent the rock.
The new DTC comp. was released last week, so be sure to pick it up! We are
very happy to be a part of it. As well there is a Contempt sampler which is now
available, and we have an unreleased track on it as well. More news to follow
soon...Later, Steve.
APRIL.28TH--MANY THANKS TO RON(ATHON) B.C AS THE SONGS ARE DONE!
Hey, so as of last night we loaded up and the recording is finished. All that
remains is the mixing and mastering. We are extremely happy so far, and
know that this is going to be the best one to date. The show on friday night was
great, and we'd like to thank everyone who came out. Speaking of shows,
please check the shows page, as more have been added, and this Sunday
May.2nd there is the Exclaim party at El Salon. We are very happy to be
playing with Cursed, The End, and The Abandoned Hearts Club.
Hope to see you there.
Steve.
APRIL.21ST--RECORDING,TOUR, & COME TO THE SHOW!!!!
Hello, I'm feeling right now about how much I could rant and rave about shit,
but I'll stick to the good stuff. I hope everyone is ready to cram into the Barfly
on Friday night, and get ready to rock. Then on Saturday we'll be taking our
hungover asses to the studio, and set up for our new recording, which will take
place on Sunday and Monday. 31 songs will be done in that period (hey, you're
looking at professionals here). 5 songs will be going towards our split 7" and
the rest towards a record to be released at a later date. Lastly, the tour booking
has started, and we are fucking stoked to be leaving in July for our U.S. tour.
We are definitley looking forward to seeing some good friends, and as always
having the chance to make new ones. And, it's been a while since I ate some
Waffle House, so the good times are a coming. As dates are confirmed, they'll
be in the shows section. Take it easy,
Steve.
APRIL.6TH--SHOW NEWS & LABEL WEBSITE
So, as mentioned previously, the show this saturday at the Loudhouse has
been cancelled. But don't fret as we will be playing there sometime in May,
so keep checking our shows page. We will be playing with Ballast(check out
their new 7") on April.23rd at Barfly, so get ready for the destruction. Contempt
For Humanity has a brand new website, so check it out at www.cfhrec.com.
Lastly, there is a Contempt for Humanity c.d. sampler that will be available
shortly with a whole list of great bands, so check that out at any of the bands
shows, and we have a new unreleased song on it. A quick shout out, and best
wishes to our good friend Ian, and I know we'll be rocking together soon.
Hold it down,
Steve.
MARCH.31ST--LATEST REVIEW & NEW SONGS
It's been a little while since the last update, but there is always something new
going on. The show with Ion Dissonance was a lot of fun, and we would like
to thank Dave @ CJLO once again. Also, the show on April.10th may be moved
to a later date, so we'll keep you posted. 2 more songs are now available on
the music page, so please feel free to check them out. Also, the following is
a review by Tim Scott we got in an e-zine from Australia called
"Screaming Bloody Mess"
And you will know us by a trail of raging old school hardcore. Rad old style
thrash that reminds me of early Aussie bands like Where’s the Pope. This three-
piece Montreal outfit sound rough as guts but this just adds to the charm. Song
titles such as ‘the CIA is After Mike’, Pissing Blood and Fuck Love and Fuck
You. You won’t find this in the pussy screamo section of the record store, bud;
go look under ‘Classic Raging Hardcore’. Every punk record store in the world
should crank the song ‘No Brain, No Feelings No Service,’ and sit back to hear
the cash register ticking over for it’s one of those songs that make you just want
to buy punk rock records.
www.cfhrec.com
Tim Scott
