New Direction Fest 2012

Jang Lee, activist and frontman of Resist and Exist, filmed the New Direction Fest in Olympia, Washington.  New Direction Fest is a three day punk and hardcore fest which seeks to breath new life into the hardcore tradition of resistance and push its networks into a new direction to bridge the gap between hardcore values and application of those values through radical practice (New Direction Fest). The fest included bands, speakers and workshops.

Record Release Show!

The Farce of July

Rock Against Gentrification

Photo of Rock Against Gentrification on May 19, 2012. Pit during the performance of Resist and Exist. Taken by Sherman.

Antisect

Antisect is back and touring. They are touring in the U.S. The two upcoming southern California shows are going to be in Reseda and another in Los Angeles. Both have great lineups including, amazing bands such as Resist and Exist, Opposition Rising, Toxic Holocaust, and  Generacion Suicida.

When: Thursday, May 24^th

Where: Webers Place
19312 Vanowen St. Reseda, Ca. 91335

$15.00 

21 and over

7 p.m.

Other Acts:Resist and Exist

Against Empire
Opposition Rising 

When: Friday, May 25^th
Where: Black Castle
855 W Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Other Acts:

Toxic Holocaust

Mundo Meurto
Midnight
Scrapmetal
Generacion Suicida

They are also going to Northern California!

On May 26, they will also perform in Oakland at the Metro.
On May 27, they will perform in San Francisco at The Rockit Room.

For more available around the U.S. and various other countries, visit Antisect.

Dr. Strange Records is selling tickets for both shows. Call them to see if they have arrived at the store.

909-944-1778 

Anarchist Gathering

Jang Lee,  Resist and Exist frontman and activist,  just got a confirmation to have an Anarchist gathering at the Southern California Library of Social Studies and Research on Saturday, August 18, 2012. This event will be free and will include multiple workshops, speakers, vegan food, amongst other things.

More information to come in the following weeks.

Rock Against Gentrification

Inland Empire Anarcho Fest

Clip from last night's Anarcho fest. Video by Lou.

Resist and Exist

Rock Against Gentrification

Cuauhtemoc, MASSAKRO (from TJ,Mexico), Black Riders Liberation Party,Resist and Exist + more TBA. They will have 2 rooms and speakers. When: May 19, 2012 at 7 p.m. Where:  Chucos Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90302 DIY Swap Meet Room: Radical Books, zines, protest shirts, vegan food, crafts,cruelty free soaps, buttons, art and much more... Vendors please get in touch no charge on setting up. They support DIY small businesses. Vendors: Mass Media Distro/Records, Anarchist Black Cross, Revolutionary Autonomous Communities.  Admission: $5.

Anarchofest in Riverside!

If you missed out on the first Anarcho fest of the year, no need to worry there is a new one coming up in April! See you there!

Awesome Interview

Jang Lee (vocalist of Resist and Exist and activist) was interviewed by Virgin Birth. Watch the interview here!

Jang Lee states that he messed up during the interview, and that his first punk band  was Media Children and they all met at an Animal Rights protest (not Resist and Exist). Also, he forgot to mention the L.A. Anarchist Center that was open for a year and a half.

Information received from FB.

AFA if you missed it!

Last night was the kickoff party for the AFA Benefit in Pomona, CA. It was held at Casa Jimenez. Alongside AFA, Amanda Schemkes was  the main event coordinator and big thanks goes out to her for making this event happen. Also another thanks goes out to Danny Lyerla, who availed the event by providing a venue and sound equipment.

It was the first event, many more to come, to start off the Southern California branch. It was a success, it attracted many musicians and artists. The place was filled with amiability. They had many representatives and volunteers to answer questions anyone had. They also had plenty of reading materials for anyone to pick up and read. The crowd was ecstatic and wanted to know more in getting involved and helping out.

Here are a few photos throughout the night.

AFA Rep

Delicious Vegan Cookies

Raffle being done by Amanda and Breezy

Breezy (Left) and Amanda Schemkes (Right;event coordinator) speaking about AFA and starting raffle.

Person interested by the AFA Literature

More people viewing the literature.

Breezy Rondilone performing.

Breezy Rondilone performing.

Kevin Lopez

Kevin Lopez

Crowd listens intently to Kevin Lopez reciting his poems.

Lora Roame performing.

Lora Roame performing.

LaBella

Resist and Exist

Resist and Exist

Some shots may not be clear, because I failed in the common rules of taking a camera to a place: a) bring a charged battery, and b) bring extra batteries! Performers not shown above were They as in Them due to technical difficulties with my camera. All photos taken by A.T.


The night had many memorable moments. It was enjoyable watching all the musicians play. They all had their strong messages to convey. 

Kevin Lopez , the poet, knew had to grab the room's attention while reciting his poems. He started off with a personal poem called I'm a Nerd. It quickly explained who he was, then he continued with other poems dealing with many issues such as love, being a good role model, self-esteem, etc. Most of his poems had a light hint of comedic content. This drew the crowd in, making them want to hear more.

The two acoustic sets were a great start off to the night. Breezy Rondilone played a great set luring the crowd with her great voice. She got the crowd to listen and bask in the beauty of her music.Lora Roame, the second acoustic performer, started off her set playing a banjo. She was playing catchy tunes singing about her parents wanting her to be a doctor, but she would rather be a creative artist, having fun, veganism, and much more. She got the crowd to sing along with one of her songs. She definitely had great stage presence, and refusing to use a mic to just hear her natural voice as she sang.

They as in Them, the first of the three bands to play came out on stage and just started going. It pumped the crowd, and their energy got the crowd going. Definitely a great band to start off the night. After them La Bella came out. The vocalist and the drummer came out dressed formally, making key jokes that they were what wall street is. They are the ones that control the working class, they have all the power. It got the crowd to smile and laugh. Although, they were telling jokes and having a good time their message was clear about animal cruelty and their support for the organization. They continued to play nonstop going wild. It was definitely a fun act to see.


Lastly, we had Resist and Exist. They are always a good band to watch, because first they are activists and secondly they are musicians. They will let you know about societal issues, and what to watch out for. Supporting peaceful protest for noble causes, such as Action for Animals, is what they are all about. Telling the crowd to counter protest (peacefully) the neo-nazi rally, National Socialist Movement, coming up on November 5th at Pomona's City Hall.

Before they played a song about suicide, Resist and Exist informed the crowd if anyone feels depressed, and if they think no one cares for them, it is only a temporary situation; life will eventually turn out better down the road. If anyone feels like their is no turning back they should feel free to contact any one of them for support. They continued to give inspirational words and great messages throughout the night.They performed well, and played as good as they always have. 

It was a great night for AFA.It brought people together to know more about animal cruelty, what they can do to help, and now the Southern California branch has started. 

Gelato

On any given day do you feel like enticing yourself with a delectable cool treat, such as a gelato? If you do, you should visit Paciugo, it is vegan-friendly. Nearest one in LA is on Hermosa Beach!