Defeater from Boston, Massachusetts have announced their new full length record called Letters Home. The album embodies a new chapter in Defeater’s story, following up on previous releases. Vocalist Derek Archambault commented, “Inspiration for this record came from a few places. Much like with Lost Ground, these stories are based around my two grandfathers’ service in WWII .” … Continue reading
Alcoa is the project of Derek Archambault, better known as the singer of Melodic Hardcore band Defeater. And although Alcoa is going on for longer, most of you probably know Derek’s Singer-Songwriter’s side from that particular band. The last four songs of Defeater’s excellent 2011 release Empty Days & Sleepless Nights already showcased his country/folk side, which … Continue reading
Remember we promised you some song premieres of Alcoa‘s (Defeater‘s Derek Archambault) debut album Bone & Marrow? First cut ‘Keep Track/Lose Track’ is available for free download now (via Diffuser.fm). Bone & Marrow will be released on February 26th via Bridge Nine Records, pre-orders should be up by the end of January. Until then, you … Continue reading
As we reported earlier, Defeater frontman Derek Archambault will release his solo debut as Alcoa early next year. Up here is the beautiful cover art of Bone & Marrow, drawn by tattoo artist Steve Minerva (who also appears on the album and in Alcoa’s live lineup as well). Song premieres and pre-orders should be up … Continue reading
Bridge Nine have announced they will release Bone & Marrow, the debut album of Alcoa on February 26th 2013. Alcoa is the solo project of Derek Archambault, also known as the frontman of Hardcore band Defeater. According to Bridge Nine, “Bone & Marrow is country-tinged with pop sensibilities; full of songs about life, love and … Continue reading
For those who haven’t seen the new Defeater video yet, premiering at NPR.org, check it out below! Set in a low-lit bar, this video premiere for ‘Empty Glass,’ from Empty Days and Sleepless Nights, shot by director Rob Soucy, captures the darker side of a seemingly victorious country still dealing with a lot of hurt. … Continue reading
Legends Arising 