Hot Snakes reunites in San Diego
Earlier this week, the original lineup of Hot Snakes reunited for the encore set of The Night Marchers and Obits show at The Casbah in San Diego, CA; the two bands feature former members of the group, with guitarist Rick Froberg part of Obits and vocalist/guitarist John Reis, bassist Gar Wood and drummer Jason Kourkounis currently performing in The Night Marchers. You can click Read More for the videos, which include performances of "No Hands," "If Credit's What Matters" and "Automatic Midnight." Hot Snakes called it a day in 2005 after six years and three studio albums. Their final release was the Peel Sessions EP.

Fireside Bowl resumes shows
Venerable Chicago venue Fireside Bowl recently reopened its doors to bands after a six year absence from hosting shows and dramatic renovations between then and now. After roughly a decade of carving out a niche as an important aspect of the DIY scene in Chicago, Fireside closed its doors to shows in 2004 to renovate its dilapidated bowling lanes and refocus its business plan. However, in June owner Jim Lapinski agreed to a trial run of summer shows at the revamped space. Chicago News Cooperative has a detailed story on the reopening here, and you can click Read More to check out its accompanying video.

Field Day demo up for free download
Rorschach Records has made Field Day's demo available for free download. The band, who are scheduled to play their last show at Best Friends Day in Richmond, VA, notably released the Christian Television in 2009 via Rorschach. Grab the demo here.

The Flatliners: "Carry the Banner"
Alternative Press is hosting the new video from The Flatliners for "Carry the Banner," a track from the band's recent full-length Cavalcade. The band recently announced details for a new 7" as well as a Canadian tour alongside Against Me! and Young Livers.

The Flatliners: "Carry the Banner"
Alternative Press is hosting the new video from The Flatliners for "Carry the Banner," a track from the band's recent full-length Cavalcade. The band recently announced details for a new 7" as well as a Canadian tour alongside Against Me! and Young Livers.

The Flatliners: "Carry the Banner"
Alternative Press is hosting the new video from The Flatliners for "Carry the Banner," a track from the band's recent full-length Cavalcade. The band recently announced details for a new 7" as well as a Canadian tour alongside Against Me! and Young Livers.

The Flatliners: "Carry the Banner"
Alternative Press is hosting the new video from The Flatliners for "Carry the Banner," a track from the band's recent full-length Cavalcade. The band recently announced details for a new 7" as well as a Canadian tour alongside Against Me! and Young Livers.

The Flatliners: "Carry the Banner"
Alternative Press is hosting the new video from The Flatliners for "Carry the Banner," a track from the band's recent full-length Cavalcade. The band recently announced details for a new 7" as well as a Canadian tour alongside Against Me! and Young Livers.