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Anberlin

Label: Universal Records
Website: http://www.anberlin.com
Audio: http://www.myspace.com/anberlin

The band signed to Universal Republic Records on August 16, 2007, and soon after began to write material for their major-label debut, entitled New Surrender, set to be released on September 30, 2008. This will be the band's first album to not be distributed through Tooth & Nail Records or produced by Aaron Sprinkle. The first song to be heard from the new album was tentatively titled "Bittersweet Memory" during its initial live performances; it was later renamed to "Breaking" with an acoustic remix of the song included on USB wristbands sold exclusively during the 2008 Warped Tour. On July 11, 2008, the band showcased a second new song called "Disappear" on their MySpace profile. The first actual single from the album is the re-recorded "Feel Good Drag" which was set to go to radio on August 11 - it can also be heard on Channel 21 "Alt Nation" of Sirius radio.

The band booked eight weeks of recording sessions with famed producer Neal Avron (New Found Glory, Yellowcard, Fall Out Boy) in early February of 2008. Stephen Christian stated in an interview, "We're very excited about working with Neal; I think our fans are going to be pleased when they hear the final result." Christian also discussed the difficulties in writing this record. "When you try to write 29 songs lyrically you find yourself topically working in circles; I only go through so much in one year, but needlessly I have dedicated myself to begin searching books, art, and friends for new directions."[17] During the recording process, the band set up a live webcam in the studio so fans could watch them record the album via the band's MySpace profile. New Surrender was placed at the number two spot on Jesus Freak Hideout's 25 Most Anticipated Albums of 2008.

In support of the album, the band will embark on a fall headlining U.S. tour alongside Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Straylight Run and There For Tomorrow. The band will then travel to United Kingdom where they will support Elliot Minor and play a handful of headlining shows with Furthest Drive Home and Data.Select.Party. Kyle Flynn, formerly of the band Acceptance, will be accompanying the band while on tour doing keys, loops, acoustic guitar, and background vocals.

 

• New Surrender Sep 29, 2008
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