nihac Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 We at Arctic Rodeo Recordings would like to welcome a new band to our label - a band we are enthused by for years and that represents what Arctic Rodeo stands for: Anything is possible. Since we had the chance to see the band opening up for Primus on their 1997 tour in Germany, we are having an eye on the works of the guys. When we had found out that they have been working on a new album recently, we didn’t hesitate a second and got in touch: SKELETON KEY are a band we absolutely wanted to have on board! One thing is for sure: If you aren’t familiar with the music of the New York based band, you have definitely missed some really great tunes, released on two fantastic albums: "Fantastic Spikes Through Balloon", created in cooperation with Eli Janney (Girls Against Boys) and Dave Sardy (Barkmarket) and Grammy nominated back then, and "Obtainium", released on Mike Patton’s label Ipecac Recordings. They have done a lot of touring, the Melvins und The Jesus Lizard amongst many others. Once again, this album is going to be a musical fireworks for sure – produced by Bryce Goggin (Swans, Evan Dando, Sean Lennon, Sebadoh, Pavement, Ramones, Spacehog and many others). Noise and pop. Blues and rock. And very exciting. This fall. When SKELETON KEY are going to release their new album on Arctic Rodeo – on LP+CD, CD und as download. We are stoked! http://www.facebook.com/SkeletonKeytheBand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafmx Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 is anyone doing this in the US or just Arctic Rodeo? can't wait for some new Skeleton Key! they opened here in 1997 for Helmet and the Melvins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celebdeath Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 had that Obtainium release ages ago. considering Ipecac released it, i expected weirdo-to-the-max, but its pretty much down-the-line 4/4 rock. pretty alright but i wouldn't say much better than pretty alright. interested to hear how/if they've progressed since then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottheisel Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 My knowledge of the band more or less starts and ends with "Watch The Fat Man Swing," but what a great song. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 is anyone doing this in the US or just Arctic Rodeo? can't wait for some new Skeleton Key! they opened here in 1997 for Helmet and the Melvins. Shipping costs for 1 LP are only 4 Euros worldwide, and the records are well packed. Stickfigure will also offer the record in the US. I will keep you posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafmx Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 awesome, that's not terrible at all but I might hold out for Stickfigure. we'll see when the time comes. didn't they just attempt a Kickstarter for this new album? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 awesome, that's not terrible at all but I might hold out for Stickfigure. we'll see when the time comes. didn't they just attempt a Kickstarter for this new album? yes, but I don't think there was any physical release planned, so we will take care of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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nihac Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 The audio master CDs of the forthoming new album by SKELETON KEY have been delivered to the Arctic Rodeo Headquarters, so things are in progress. The album will be out early 2012 on CD, as digital download and as limited colored vinyl LP including free CD. We are stoked to work with this amazing band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrecordx Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 good news......damn good news..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mameeshkamowskwoz Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 So there isn't a pre-order link yet, is there? I'm pretty excited about this! They're a damn good band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 The album will be out early 2012, pre-order will probably be up at http://www.arcticrodeorecordings.com around 3-4 weeks before release date. We don't have a fixed timing yet. I will keep you posted. Thanks a lot for being interested! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 We have an update for the new record from SKELTON KEY. The album is going to be entitled "Gravity Is The Enemy" and will be out March 23rd. The artwork is now ready as well. This is the CD artwork, the LP artwork is going to look a little different. We are actually very impressed by this amazing artwork made by Sagmeister Inc. We are very very proud of being the label to work with these great artists. Holy shit. We will keep you posted! http://www.facebook.com/sagmeisterinc http://www.arcticrodeorecordings.com http://www.facebook.com/arcticrodeorecordings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted February 8, 2012 Author Share Posted February 8, 2012 Here comes a preview pic of SKELETON KEY's forthcoming album "Gravity Is The Enemy" LP on white vinyl. This pressing is going to be limited to 300 copies and will come with a heavy weight paper insert + free CD. Release date is March 23rd 2012. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mameeshkamowskwoz Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 I want this so badly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted February 11, 2012 Author Share Posted February 11, 2012 pre-order will be up at http://www.arcticrodeorecordings.com March 2nd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafmx Posted February 11, 2012 Share Posted February 11, 2012 only white vinyl huh? bah, guess i'll have to get one as it's the only option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted February 14, 2012 Author Share Posted February 14, 2012 The vinyl test pressings of Skeleton Key's "Gravity Is The Enemy" have been delivered to the Arctic Rodeo headquarters today and will be checked out tonight. Approval hopefully tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted March 2, 2012 Author Share Posted March 2, 2012 The pre-order is now up at http://www.arcticrodeorecordings.com And the vinyl has been delivered to the Arctic Rodeo headquarters! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mameeshkamowskwoz Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Weird... I bought it but I guess they email you back with a payment request because I was never asked to pay... it said that they'd place my order as soon as possible. Maybe this is just because I'm in the USA and they have to estimate the shipping cost first? I hope I get a copy and this isn't some sort of glitch!! Anybody else getting this? Is anyone buying it elsewhere able to complete their order? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted March 2, 2012 Author Share Posted March 2, 2012 Weird...I bought it but I guess they email you back with a payment request because I was never asked to pay... it said that they'd place my order as soon as possible. Maybe this is just because I'm in the USA and they have to estimate the shipping cost first? I hope I get a copy and this isn't some sort of glitch!! Anybody else getting this? Is anyone buying it elsewhere able to complete their order? You should have received a e-mail confirming your order and including payment instructions. Correct? We respond to every order personally and indidually, sometimes we need a few moments for doing so. Please send me a PM if there are any problems. Thanks a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mameeshkamowskwoz Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Yeah I got it and just paid. So fucking stoked for this! Been a fan since I saw them at Lollapalooza 97!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafmx Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 ordered as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted March 7, 2012 Author Share Posted March 7, 2012 Please feel free to have a look at this album trailer clip: http://www.visions.de/news/15914/Skeleton-Key-Albumteaser It shows the band during their recording sessions.... very impressing. Actually pretty crazy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nihac Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 We are now giving away one track taken from SKELETON KEY's "Gravity Is The Enemy" for free. Please feel free to click the link. This song is called "Little Monster", and it is absolutely fantastic. http://www.arcticrodeorecordings.com/cms/index.php?id=268,600,0,0,1,0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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