Venomin James

We had a tough show Sunday night as we talked about the life of Venomin James drummer Jared Koston who passed away this past week after dealing with stage 4 melanoma cancer. In studio were three of his band mates as well as Auburn Records president Bill Peters who debuted tracks from the forthcoming Disk from the band due out on June 29th. Jared leaves behind a family of 5 that still need your help! To find out how you can jump here. We also welcomed newcomers on the scene Prisoners who debuted tracks from their new CD as well as new music from Filter, 8mm and more. Click to see the playlist and find out what’s up for next weeks show.

Inner Sanctum Playlist 6-6-10

1 – Venomin James – Desert Rider
2 – Filter – The inevitable relapse
3 – Ohio Sky – You want more
4 – The Suede Brothers – Charlotte rose
5 – Venomin James – Abu Ghraib
6 – 8mm – Mean
7 – Venomin James – Cosmonaut
8 – Forged in Flame – The Underground
9 – The Jack Fords – Cutting blow
10 – The Hot Rails – Trigger Finger
11 – First in Space – It’s all gone to hell
12 – Prisoners – Lil ol’ me
13 – Prisoners – Tied up in shadows
14 – Coffinberry – Smashed on honey
15 – Cowboy and Indian – Save your soul
16 – Attack Cat – Sexy song
17 – Prisoners – Teenage shatner
18 – Plastic Ants – Tough girls (got to tough it out)
19 – Deadbeat Poets – I thought I knew you
20 – Prisoners – Eternal Flowers
21 – Prisoners – Join the club

Tune in next week as the guys welcome back Sean Beaven (Nine Inch Nails, No Doubt, Guns and Roses) to talk about 8mm’s new EP!
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I saw a pretty cool lounge act last night called Crowned Heads of Rhythm. They did , among other things, a cool version of Michael Jackson’s ‘Beat It’ which you can check out here.

It’s heartbreaking trying to write this, Jared Koston drummer from local metal act Venomin James has succumbed after a long battle to stage 4 melanoma cancer. He leaves behind a beautiful wife and four lovely children who need your help!

From Venomin James guitarist Joe Fortunato: ’Jared is a singular, unique and supremely talented person, a big-hearted guy that was loving life, his family and playing music. He is a stellar individual and it’s an honor to know him and play music with him.’

The Koston family was battling this insidious disease while out of work and uninsured and now must cover funeral costs. Follow this link to find details on how you can help. You can also find out how you can help by listening to the Inner Sanctum this Sunday night as we welcome back Bill Peters (Auburn Records President) longtime friend and label head to Jared and Venomin James. Our deepest sympathies go out to the Koston family and all of Jared’s wonderful friends from all of us here at Radio 92.3

What a great time we had on Sunday taking a look back at some of our favorite local
release from the past and present incarnation of the Inner Sanctum we hope you have
a great hoiday! Tune in next week as the guys welcome Venomin James into the studio
to talk about the big benefit shows coming up to help their ailing drummer.
Prisoners will also drop by to debut tracks from their first release.

Tonight on the Inner Sanctum for memorial day Jim, Matt and I are going to go through our archives and play our favorites from the past and present incarnations of the show! Tune in tonight at 10pm on Radio 92.3!

Leah Lou and Pat the Producer

I was out on Saturday enjoying the holiday weekend and I ended up seeing a great show!! Leah Lou opened up for Rare Birds and The Doctor Teeeth! All the bands brought it on Saturday and the Teeeth making their first appearance in the area for sometime because of James the bassists new job with the 76′ers in Philly SLAYED!

The Doctor Teeeth bringing down the house!

I got some GREAT news today as I was doing some work, Rich Patrick has finished[lastfm] Filter[/lastfm]’s new record!! They finished up tracking and mastering two months ago so expect a release date to pop up soon!

Here’s a sneak peek!

I left my Devo suit at home, so unfortunately I can’t deliver this message wearing the official gear, but that’s cool, because I think you’ll dig the info that I’ve got regarding the track listing for Devo’s upcoming album.  The new album hits stores on June 15th, and it’s called called Something For Everybody.  The band will be on the road for summer tour dates, including a stop at Lollapalooza.

Check out the track listing and some Devo video fun, after the jump!

1. “Fresh”
2. “What We Do”
3. “Please Baby Please”
4. “Don’t Shoot (I’m a Man)”
5. “”Mind Games”
6. “Human Rocket”
7. “Sumthin’”
8. “Step Up”
9. “Cameo”
10. “Later Is Now”
11. “No Place Like Home”
12. “March On”

The band revealed the above track listing during the following video webcast.

Current Devo tour dates:

June 5: KROQ Weenie Roast, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine, CA
June 19: Crown Theater, Las Vegas, NV
July 3: Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN
July 4: Summerfest, Milwaukee WI
July 6: Power Center for the Performing Arts, Ann Arbor, MI
July 10: Forecastle Festival, Louisville, KY
Aug. 1: Osheaga Music & Arts Festival, Montreal, Canada
Aug. 6: Lolapalooza, Chicago, IL
Sept. 18: Arizona Fall Frenzy, Phoenix, AZ

May 7, 2010 (Cleveland, OH) – In support of their debut EP, “Pony,”
Cowboy and Indian will be playing an EP Release Party at The Beachland
Tavern on June 1, 2010. The Cleveland-based band, who was selected by
FILTER Magazine as the “Undiscovered Band of the Month,” will be
opening for Saddle Creek artist The Mynabirds.  The show, which
coincides with the release of their EP, kicks off their
Midwest/Northeast summer tour.

“We’re really excited about this Release Party,” says bassist Brett
Sherman. “Our EP has been in the works for a long time, and we’re
eager to share it with everyone.” The band has also released a Team
USA hockey-themed video for “Save Your Soul,” their lead single.  The
EP will be available at the Release Party at The Beachland Tavern on
June 1, 2010.

About The Band: The duo met at Princeton University, where, as an
undergraduate, Indrany Datta-Barua took an introductory logic class.
Sherman, who was earning his PhD in Philosophy, taught the course. A
few years later, the couple was living together in Long Island City,
Queens.

In their basement, Sherman modified a Gibson G3 bass, installing three
output jacks and a unique switching configuration, allowing for a
powerful live sound. At his urging, Datta-Barua began writing melodies
and lyrics. She soon discovered that her background provided a rich
source of inspiration. “As a Texas native, I grew up listening to
country music, so I have an affinity for storytelling through song.
Besides, I think it’s a medium that really resonates with the
immigrant experience, which is a huge part of who I am.”

Though they describe their sound as “country music from the future,”
their music draws from many genres. Sherman, classically trained on
the upright bass, has also played in jazz and indie rock bands. Their
producer, ROAR, does most of his work in the Brooklyn hip-hop scene.
He also connected the band with Harlem rapper Vast Aire (of indie
hip-hop duo Cannibal Ox), who recorded a verse for their song “Cold
Day In Harlem.”

In June of 2009, the pair moved to Cleveland, OH, where Datta-Barua
began her first year of medical school at Case Western. “It’s been a
challenge, managing school and the band,” she admits. “But things are
tough for everyone these days.  Hopefully, people will hear that in
our music.”