United States

2008
Paramore cover of February 2008

Paramore was featured on the cover of February 2008 issue of Alternative Press magazine and voted “Best Band Of 2007” by the readers.

Nine Inch Nails 2 weeks

In February 2008, Reznor posted a news update on the Nine Inch Nails website entitled “2 weeks”.

Anberlin recording sessions

The band booked eight weeks of recording sessions with noted producer Neal Avron ( New Found Glory , Yellowcard , Fall Out Boy ) in early February 2008. Stephen Christian stated in an interview, “We’re very excited about working with Neal; I think our fans are going to be pleased…
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Ivoryline formed in 2003 under the name Dead End Driveway, releasing

Ivoryline formed in 2003 under the name Dead End Driveway, releasing an EP and an album under this name before changing the name to Ivoryline in 2005. Soon after the name change, the band was selected to play at the 2006 Vans Warped Tour . While on the tour, they…
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Cherry Poppin' Daddies Self-produced and recorded in Eugene during the summer of 2007, the

Self-produced and recorded in Eugene during the summer of 2007, the Daddies’ fifth album, Susquehanna , was released via digital download exclusively through the band’s website in February 2008, receiving a limited CD release several months later. Taking the shape of a narrative concept album which Perry detailed as a…
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T.S.O.L. In February 2008, T.S.O.L headlined the “Fuck the Whales, Save a

In February 2008, T.S.O.L headlined the “Fuck the Whales, Save a Chckn” benefit, held to help with cancer treatment bills for guitarist Craig “Chckn” Jewett of D.I. In December 2008, the band entered the studio to record Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Free Downloads , which was made available…
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Third Day The band recorded and released its first Christmas-themed album

The band recorded and released its first Christmas-themed album, Christmas Offerings , in 2006. In 2007, they released their first compilations of hits, Chronology . In February 2008 Brad Avery left the band.

A Day to Remember featured on the rerelease

This was later featured on the rerelease of For Those Who Have Heart , released in February 2008, and charted at number 43 on the Top Independent Albums chart.

Kiss (band) Kiss Alive/35 World Tour announced

On January 30, 2008, Stanley confirmed that Kiss would launch the Kiss Alive/35 World Tour , playing arena and stadium shows in Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Matchbox Twenty began their US tour

The band began their US tour on January 25, 2008