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And so it goes.

6 tracks of chip-doom-folk goodness. Check it out at http://matthewjosephpayne.bandcamp.com

Also don’t forget, tonight at the Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco – Matthew Joseph Payne opens for Whiskerman and Judgement Day!

The release of Gargantuan Acoustic Locator is nearly upon us. I’ve made this delightfully low res flyer for your informational perusal.

Are you getting tired of seeing our horn-headed friend here yet? I hope not. He plans to be around for quite a long time. He’s making friends, getting established. That’s what his kind do, I suppose. Anyway.

The official release date for the EP is February 17th (the San Francisco show), but I will have download codes for sale at Rockage in San Jose as well!

So what’s so great about these shows?

Rockage, for one is not only the debut of this new MJP material, but it’s also a rare chance to see The Glowing Stars and Matthew Joseph Payne on one stage – plus Crashfaster, The Megas and more – AND two days of free play arcade gaming!

And as for the Rickshaw stop, I couldn’t be more excited to be sharing the stage with Judgement Day and Whiskerman, gentlemen of the finest quality. String metal and chip-doom-folk (or whatever I am exactly) – what a pairing!

It’s also worth noting that the setlists at the two shows will be… significantly different.

I’ve confirmed two shows in the bay area now for February at which I will present the new Gargantuan Acoustic Locator material.

Pre-release copies will be available at Rockage San Jose on February 11th, where I will share the stage with my other band The Glowing Stars as well as our good friends Crashfaster and other chip and non-chip luminaries.

The official release, of course, will be at the Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco with the fantastic Judgement Day and Whiskerman on Friday, February 17th. It will be a ridiculous night, not to be missed.

I’ve also started a blog called Rubbish Bin Records, where I will be reviewing vintage thrift store vinyl that I listen to while attempting to put Rowan (our 5-month old) to sleep at night. Posts usually come up around 5am. The level of provided amusement will vary wildly based on how amused I am by the record; them’s the ropes I guess.

Hey also, there’s some really exciting things happening in January with The Glowing Stars along with our good friends Awkward Terrible, so keep an ear out on our website and our twitter. HINT HINT.

In celebration of the financial successes of recent worldwide combat operations and political maneuvering, Matthew Joseph Payne is proud to announce his upcoming release entitled “Gargantuan Acoustic Locator”, due to be released on Friday, February 17th, 2012.

Blending progressive chipmusic, folky banjo and doom music to tell the story of the integration of warfare into our modern mechanized society through the lens of American cold war propaganda. Equal parts epic slow drone and high speed chip music, “Gargantuan Acoustic Locator” promises an intense 20 minutes (or so).

With the release still two months out, expect more details on both recording and live show, as well as video content and other bonusy stuff as the date approaches. For now, enjoy the fantastic cover artwork by KeFF!

For the moment, you can also enjoy a preview track entitled “Detour of Duty” right here: