fourfourtwo Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 From Graveface: GRAVE058 THE APPLESEED CAST : Middle States CD / LP / Digital Download (released on 6/7/11) Middle States seems an appropriate title for the band’s latest release. It could be read as signifying the band’s home town of Lawrence, Kansas (a “middle” state if there ever was one), the EP’s place in the trajectory of the band’s career, a piece that alludes to its progress between its gripping seventh album, Sagargatha (2009) and it’s already eagerly-anticipated eighth record (due out on Graveface in early 2012). Or, as the title track suggests, the middle stages and transitional periods of life. Heard through the lush, brightly textured harmonies led by singer and co-founder Chris Crisci, change is a pretty alright thing. For the Middle States EP, The Appleseed Cast sequestered itself in its own recording “compound,” having fallen in love with the freedom of crafting records without the time and budget constraints of a traditional studio during home sessions for Sagarmatha. The relaxed pace and familiar setting has served the band well. Opening the EP is cinematic rocker “End Frigid Constellations,” a song that evokes so many feelings and imagery it seems epic despite its relative shortness. The finale, “Three Rivers,” contains many of the EPs most majestic moments and showcasing the band’s live prowess and tight musicianship. The song marks the band’s first completely improvised release, but with any luck it won’t be the last. Middle States gives insight into a band that is constantly reinventing itself and growing stronger with each passing year. If the EP is a teaser of things yet to come, we can only say it’s working brilliantly.. click here for more info on this release 1. End Frigate Constellation 2. Interlude 3. Middle States 4. Three Rivers LP: Record Club members receive orange crush/baby blue Aside/Bside vinyl. All other customers receive milky clear/aqua blue Aside/Bside vinyl. First 500 customers (don't fret Record Club, you are already getting this) receive 11x17 poster of bonus, non-album art (see photo for vinyl colors and bonus poster). First 500 LP copies are hand-numbered (only available through this site) - first pressing 1000. All customers receive an 11x17 promotional retail poster featuring the cover art. We're hoping to ship these out sometime in April but you'll receive mp3s instantly to tide you over. CD: The CD is packaged in a recycled gatefold sleeve & the first 500 copies are hand-numbered. All customers receive an 11x17 promotional retail poster. We're hoping to ship these out sometime in April but you'll receive mp3s instantly to tide you over. 320Kbps Digital Download : $3.50 / USA: $8-CD (1st Class), $12-LP (Media Mail) / Canada: $8-CD, $17-LP / Rest of the World: $8-CD, $24-LP prices include shipping http://www.graveface.com/graveface-catalog.html Excited! Glad I got the record subscription! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stbarric Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 so stoked i got the subscription! i'm about to listen to the download they sent out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graveface Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Thanks! You beat me to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordyedge Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 So excited for this! I also got the subscription thanks to Graveface letting me do that payment plan deal! This is going to be amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkticon Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Got one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batman Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 ordered! haven't received the download yet, can't wait to hear the new songs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stbarric Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 ordered! haven't received the download yet, can't wait to hear the new songs they're fantastic, btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graveface Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Thanks guys! You should receive the downloads instantly unless you're paying by Echeck which I think can take a few days to clear. Hope you dig the EP as much as I have for the past two months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batman Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 just got my download! graveface and the appleseed cast never disappoint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmoney Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Listening to the free mp3 now, and its awesome. Gonna have to pick this up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ac3ebemo Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Ordered. Can somebody explain where I'm supposed to get/receive the digital downloads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Awesome, ordered! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graveface Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Ordered. Can somebody explain where I'm supposed to get/receive the digital downloads? Hi Bob! It gets sent to your paypal email address as soon as payment clears. Email me with your transaction number if it never shows up (check your junk mail though!). Also, just curious what everyone thinks of the new stuff. First and foremost I'm a HUGE fan of this band and I was really excited by the new songs. Peace and Love Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterrod Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Ordered. ^ The download link/code came in an email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almightyseancore Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 different colour on each side? neat. i hope these don't sell out, i still have another week before i'm allowed to start ordering again. (i promised the wife i wouldn't buy records for a month, cos i'm a wuss like that) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 BUY THE RECORD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidamnesiac Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Ordered. Love this band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 also ordered and currently listening...this is excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemsklile Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Nice! Ordered. Anyone in Iowa/the midwest should come to our show with them on Thursday! The Appleseed Cast Giants Muscle Worship Cedar Falls, Iowa Doors at 6:30/ Show at 7:30 $10.00 adv./ $14.00 day of show. www.wheelhousecf.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakeupandlive Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 ordered. stoked on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblahmaster Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Ordered. I'm loving the way this sounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aweaver Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 sent you an email, ryan, about some credit i should have from a while ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 ordered. I officially on a buying spree tonight. Ha Ha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafmx Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Nice! Ordered.Anyone in Iowa/the midwest should come to our show with them on Thursday! The Appleseed Cast Giants Muscle Worship Cedar Falls, Iowa Doors at 6:30/ Show at 7:30 $10.00 adv./ $14.00 day of show. www.wheelhousecf.com you should play in Minneapolis with Appleseed Cast again! still getting str8 dissed in Minnesota. :-/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemsklile Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Nice! Ordered.Anyone in Iowa/the midwest should come to our show with them on Thursday! The Appleseed Cast Giants Muscle Worship Cedar Falls, Iowa Doors at 6:30/ Show at 7:30 $10.00 adv./ $14.00 day of show. www.wheelhousecf.com you should play in Minneapolis with Appleseed Cast again! still getting str8 dissed in Minnesota. :-/ Duuuuude I know. We just haven't played much in general in the last year or so. Hopefully we will be playing up here soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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