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September 30th 2008

Rack & Ruin's very own Dylan Ettinger has entered the world of labels, by setting up "El Tule", a new DIY cassette label. Tapes will be out very soon, including Dylan's excellent "Safari Zone", the artwork of which was created by R&R friend Kelly Filreis, who also recently lent her hand in creating artwork for the new Gnouli Monsters EP. More info on El Tule can be found here.

In other news, Ringo Star hit the gigging trail again. The show takes place in East Lansing, MI. If you're nearby then go,go.

28th September 2008

As another month draws to a close, the download numbers have been ever increasing - and long may that continue. Today, I have updated the pages of _ and Roger Haddad to announce their new releases. Both should be out around this time next month, and both are real treats.

September 27th 2008

Well here it is! The long awaited follow-up to the "He do the police in different voices" EP from Dublin Duck Dispensary. This new album, from Irelands finest indiepoppers is entitled "Luanqibazao", which is much easier to pronounce after a tipple of Poteen I'm sure!

September 24th 2008

Our midweek release this week, comes from Atlanta native, Dog Bite, this release is a perfect accompaniment to the previous weekends offering. Glorious psychedelic airy pop.

September 20th 2008

This weeks Saturday release is one of those special ones that have had a few people talking before it hits the "e-shelf". Our 79th release sees Dean Angel join the R&R family, and we are happy to put out his mesmerising debut, "Crusader of Fruits Island", grab it now, and see why there has been a buzz surrounding this one!

September 17th 2008

After a spell of releases from the "Rack" side of the label, here comes The if people with paper, returning with more of their experimental noodling. This release is purely instrumental, unlike some of the early offerings - if you are more of a "Ruin" man, then give this one a go - it might just be what you're wanting to hear today.

September 15th 2008

Dylan Ettinger has had a split cassette with Women in Tragedy released on 905 Tapes......you can pick that up here.

Also, don't forget that he still has a few copies of Safari Zone left, that you can pick up from his Myspace page. The excellent album art was made by Kelly Filreis, who also did the artwork for the new Gnouli Monsters release.

September 14th 2008

Dublin Duck Dispensary's debut gig on Friday went very well, with a brief review stating that their unique Dublin sound makes them a band that people could take notice of, read the full review here.

Slothbear feature on the latest Pod Fodder (volume five) download from Burning World. Their track "Empathize" is on there, along with some other goodies, from the likes of The Hospitals, Los Campesinos! and The Raincoats, you can check out the download here.

September 13th 2008

On a rainy day in the Netherlands, it may seem out of place releasing an EP entitled Summertime, but when the skies are grey, this is exactly what is needed to brighten things up a little. This is the new offering from Nick Grovers "Gnouli Monsters", a glorious little EP to add to his growing catalogue.

September 11th 2008

Rack & Ruin's very own Gnomefoam, has decided to release an EP of noisy/abstract music, that he felt didn't fit in with any of his other releases - it will be available for a short time only, so be quick to download it here.

Friday sees the debut gig from Irelands, Dublin Duck Dispensary. Over in the US, Bloomington, Indiana to be exact, Dylan Ettinger will also be performing. We hope that both gigs are as amazing as they should be! If you are nearby then go and lend them your support.

September 10th 2008

On the day that CERN decide to put the entire world at risk, Rack & Ruin have decided to soften the blow by releasing the excellent Castro Arms EP, by Violet Hour. If you like your music to sound like David Bowie meeting Wolf Parade in a smoky bar, then this EP is for you. Music by Violet Hour, mixing by Tyson Brinacombe, artwork by Woodland Heights - a true Rack & Ruin gem.

September 8th 2008

America Del Sur have unfortunately decided to call it a day, however this is not before they left a lasting impression on a Phlow-Magazine reviewer, you can read the excellent review here. Also, due to this review we had 125 new downloads of this album - so to the new visitors to the site - check out our other releases, there are more gems to be found!

September 6th 2008

A midweek release wasn't possible due to a minibreak to Prague. However, this release has definitely been worth waiting for. Elm is back at Rack & Ruin with his follow up offering to the excellent Changeling EP. This time around, this effort is purely instrumental - it's a different take on things, but gives similar rewards.