Author Topic: 3 (the band) News/New Album (Read 4175 times)

SoundscapeMN · « **on:** December 10, 2009, 04:35:34 PM »

New 3 Newsletter explains it all pretty much.

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Hey all,

Couple thoughts... I'm sick of rules that don't really exist. From now on we're offering our fans and friends an open invitation to literally be part of the band. The stuff that goes on in the music biz is so crazy that it can make you crazy if you let it. So instead of loosing our minds how 'bout we share with you whats been going on in our world.

This Summer we wrapped up our Metalblade record deal with our new release "Revisions." Soon thereafter we had signed a contract with Road Runner Records but unfortunately they dropped us before we could even record a single note. Whats worse is this is the 2nd time thats happened to us (Universal Records '98). Ok so the rug was pulled out from underneath us but what doesn't kill us only makes us stronger, right? Well now we have a new deal on the table, but they're asking for 100% of our publishing!!! I've never even heard of that! Whats worser than worse is that they are offering very little money to do it. The truth is our self esteem just can't get that low. We're considering going DIY but we need your support and feedback to do it! Let us know what you think and we will listen.

We have a bunch of new songs and want to make our next masterpeice but we need to raise money to do it. If you want to support please consider buying our latest live set from:

www.aftershowmusic.com

it was a 21 song epic performance including a version of Purple Rain where I had to try to sing through the tears in my eyes! Everything just hit me in that moment. Everything we've been through, all the hard work, all the tough breaks and all the victories we've shared. I don't want it to ever end!

in peace, Joey / 3

Upcoming shows...
Saturday, December 19th, 10pm
Joey Eppard solo acoustic
Mariner's Harbor
1 Broadway, Kingston, NY

so, I wonder if RR dropped them due to lack of sales of Revisions. And that deal that was offered to them sounds much worse than the ridiculous offer 100Ft Snowman was given by a label rep.

I certainly would be willing to support them if they went on their own.

skydivingninja · « **Reply #1 on:** December 10, 2009, 04:37:51 PM »

Wow, that really sucks. I'd support 'em.

pogoowner · « **Reply #2 on:** December 10, 2009, 04:55:00 PM »

What the hell.

I thought things were looking up for them after the Prog Nation tour. They're incredible live, and it seems like they could've built their fanbase quite a bit opening all of those shows. I hope they can still find a way to record the new album, because I can't wait to hear it.

skydivingninja · « **Reply #3 on:** December 10, 2009, 05:13:29 PM »

Same here. This live recording though, vocals are too loud. I can barely hear the instruments.

Nick · « **Reply #4 on:** December 10, 2009, 05:24:44 PM »

Great live band, Revisions was great, really sad to see this happen to them. I'd support them no matter which direction they choose.

Sigz · « **Reply #5 on:** December 10, 2009, 06:05:29 PM »

Wow, that really sucks, they're a great band and a FANTASTIC live show. I'd give definitely support them.

faemir · « **Reply #6 on:** December 10, 2009, 06:09:52 PM »

Eesh, that sounds bad, I hope things get better

yeshaberto · « **Reply #7 on:** December 10, 2009, 07:55:08 PM »

record labels stink! I'm all for supporting 3

Volk9 · « **Reply #8 on:** December 10, 2009, 09:22:20 PM »

Nowhere near being one of my favorite bands, but I'd definately like to help them; they've got a lot of talent.

fivestring · « **Reply #9 on:** December 10, 2009, 10:31:20 PM »

That is certainly tough for them. They are incredibly talented. Blew me away at Prog Nation. Most impressive "new" band I've seen in a looong time.

IMO, I thought it was kind of ridiculous to be doing an album of "rehashed old songs" this early in their career. King's X did that 10 albums into their career, and I don't think that even sold as well. I think they would have fared much better just doing all new stuff. I was a little disappointed to hear it wasn't new material on "Revisions". (though, it was new to me as I was new to the band). I still liked the album though, and made me quite anxious to hear the new music they were working on. I hope they catch a break and continue on. They have amazing talent and a great sound.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #10 on:** December 10, 2009, 11:40:25 PM »

Quote from: fivestring on December 10, 2009, 10:31:20 PM

IMO, I thought it was kind of ridiculous to be doing an album of "rehashed old songs" this early in their career. King's X did that 10 albums into their career, and I don't think that even sold as well. I think they would have fared much better just doing all new stuff. I was a little disappointed to hear it wasn't new material on "Revisions". (though, it was new to me as I was new to the band). I still liked the album though, and made me quite anxious to hear the new music they were working on. I hope they catch a break and continue on. They have amazing talent and a great sound.

they formed in the early 90's, so i wouldn't call right now exactly "early in their career" really. The fact is they had a lot of songs they used to play live that had never been recorded and released.

Lunatic · « **Reply #11 on:** December 11, 2009, 12:47:23 AM »

I hate record labels and their manipulation.

Phantasmatron · « **Reply #12 on:** December 11, 2009, 12:51:43 AM »

Damn, I forgot to buy Revisions. This is all my fault. If they'd had one more CD sale, maybe they'd have kept that Roadrunner deal.

Okay, but seriously, I like the band, and it sucks that no label seems to agree.

lordxizor · « **Reply #13 on:** December 11, 2009, 07:18:55 AM »

That sucks big time. I've been a big 3 fan for like 5 years now.

yorost · « **Reply #14 on:** December 11, 2009, 07:43:23 AM »

I helped support Healing Sixes when Kevin Shirley was getting them recorded. In the end it netted me a fabulous album.

KevShmev · « **Reply #15 on:** December 11, 2009, 10:33:39 AM »

Hard to feel sorry for record labels, for how so many steal music online, when they pull crap like this.

faemir · « **Reply #16 on:** December 11, 2009, 01:10:24 PM »

So why would they be picked up them dropped before even one record?

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #17 on:** March 27, 2010, 08:42:13 PM »

Three sign with Metalblade Records again.

Joey Eppard Mailing List

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Hey everyone...

We are well on our way to making our greatest "3" album yet. After lookin at several horrific offers from other labels we decided to continue with Metalblade records because they actually care about our music and truly believe in what we do. We were tossing around the idea of releasing it one song at a time, each with a video. Basically like episodes. Let us know what you think.

Meanwhile I'll be doing a couple solo gigs in April...

Saturday, April 10, 7:30pm
Joey Eppard
w/ Selfish Steam
@ The Powder Mill Barn
32 South Maple Street
Enfield, CT 06082
860-749-4494

Saturday, April 17
Joey Eppard
w/ Bergkamp Bros
@Woodstock Harmony
52 Mill Hill rd, Woodstock, NY

www.realdealmerch.com/three
www.myspace.com/officialbandthree
www.theband3.com
www.myspace.com/joeyeppard

SPNKr · « **Reply #18 on:** March 27, 2010, 09:56:07 PM »

"because they actually care about our music and truly believe in what we do." Yeah that's what everyone says.

Anyway, my favourite bands with RR are Opeth and DT. Don't care about others.

skydivingninja · « **Reply #19 on:** March 27, 2010, 10:12:19 PM »

Looking forward to an actual 3 album this time!

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #20 on:** June 08, 2010, 04:37:59 PM »

small update from Blabbermouth.

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Guitarist/vocalist Joey Eppard of Woodstock, New York's 3, one of the world's most innovative rock bands, has issued the following update:

"We just wrapped up our first week [recording the new 3 album] at Applehead Studios. It's been a personal dream of mine to record in the room my father designed and built. It's almost like having him play on the record.

"The drum sounds CJB [Christopher John Bittner] dialed in were fantastic and the Gartdrumm was in full effect.

"This record is going to be something very special.

"Our live performances are going to be rare this summer because most of our energy will be going into the making of our new record, but we do have a few very special shows coming up.

"June 11th will see 3 perform at the Basement's three-year anniversary show. Later this summer we'll be debuting new material at our August 28 Bearsville performance where we'll be joined by Josh Eppard's new band: TERRIBLE THINGS. Of course I'll also be doing a few solo gigs to keep me sharp."

3 recently signed a new deal with Metal Blade Records.

The band previously released "Wake Pig" (2005), "The End Is Begun" (2007) and "Revisions" (2009) on Metal Blade.

3's entire discography now spans over a decade, going all the way back to "Paint By Number" (1999) and "Summercamp Nightmare" (2003).

Over the course of its career, 3 has toured with the SCORPIONS, PORCUPINE TREE, DREAM THEATER, OPETH, BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME, and many, many more.

Nick · « **Reply #21 on:** June 08, 2010, 04:42:15 PM »

Can't wait to hear the new album!

Phantasmatron · « **Reply #22 on:** June 08, 2010, 04:51:23 PM »

Quote from: Nick on June 08, 2010, 04:42:15 PM

Can't wait to hear the new album!

I've recently fallen in love with The End Is Begun, so I'm pretty pumped for a new one.

reneranucci · « **Reply #23 on:** June 08, 2010, 05:08:06 PM »

Wow that guy has bad grammar.

skydivingninja · « **Reply #24 on:** June 08, 2010, 05:08:48 PM »

Ooh, new Josh Eppard stuff too? Nice.

SPNKr · « **Reply #25 on:** June 08, 2010, 06:00:43 PM »

Change the thread title and add "+ new album" or something.

Dr. SeaWolf · « **Reply #26 on:** June 08, 2010, 06:31:58 PM »

Am I the only one who thought their older logo looked like a penis?

pogoowner · « **Reply #27 on:** June 08, 2010, 11:13:27 PM »

Quote from: SeaWolf on June 08, 2010, 06:31:58 PM

Am I the only one who thought their older logo looked like a penis?

I didn't think so, but the first time my former roommate saw the cover of Wake Pig, that was his first thought. He couldn't see the 3 until I explained it to him.

lordxizor · « **Reply #28 on:** June 10, 2010, 07:36:18 AM »

My wife thought it was the bat signal or something.

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Author Topic: 3 (the band) News/New Album (Read 4175 times)