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Otep Shamaya?s Guilty Pleasure ? Ghost Hunters
Otep Shamaya LOVES the Sci-Fi series, GHOST HUNTERS! In an excerpt from a recent interview, Ms. Shamaya says watching GHOST HUNTERS while on tour is one of her favorite things to do on the bus. Her entire band enjoys the show.
When not touring, Otep says she still makes a point to watch the show as the hosts strive to either prove or de-bunk alleged hauntings. ?When they do find something, it is unbelievably exciting to see!? says Otep, ?They give us an insight to the possibility of life existing on the other side.?
A NOBLE CAUSE, SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE DEFTONES
Please take the time to read the following press release. Deftones are an amazing band who has been through so much. We all hope for the recovery and well being of Chi. Our hearts go out to friends and family. As a community we need to support each other, here is how you can help.
DEFTONES TO PERFORM TWO BENEFIT SHOW FOR BAND?S BASS PLAYER CHI CHENG AT THE AVALON IN HOLLYWOOD ON NOVEMBER 19TH AND 20TH
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ?CHI LING CHENG SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST? CREATED TO COVER MEDICAL COSTS FOR CHENG, WHO HAS BEEN IN A SEMI-CONSCIOUS STATE FOLLOWING A CAR ACCIDENT IN NOVEMBER 2008
November 16, 2009 ? Burbank, CA ? Deftones, one of the world?s most respected and influential hard rock bands will perform two very special benefit concerts at the Avalon in Hollywood, CA, this week to raise money for the Chi Ling Cheng Special Needs Trust. The trust has been set up to help pay for the growing medical costs required for Deftones beloved bassist Cheng?s survival and long-term recovery. Cheng was involved in a serious car accident on November 2nd, 2008 that has left him in a semi-conscious state for the past year.
The two benefit concerts will take place this Thursday and Friday November 19th and 20th at the Avalon, 1735 Vine St., Los Angeles. Tickets for Friday?s show are currently on sale. For those who cannot attend, an online auction has been established through Charity Buzz as a way to provide opportunities for fans to donate to the Trust. The auction commences tomorrow, November 17th. More details on the way soon. Please check www.deftones.com for more information. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Smash The Control Machine Chosen As Theme For TNA Wrestling's Upcoming Pay Per View
OTEP NATION WE NEED YOU
ATTENTION! ATTENTION!
OTEP NATION - WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!
Please click here or click the banner above to vote for Otep at the FMQB awards.
This is a really important metal radio award show
and we need to let them know that we have a voice.
There are a number of categories you can vote in
but there are three that we'd like you to vote for on our behalf.
For the rest of the categories go nuts, let your voice be heard!
Please do not just write Otep for everything
as it may result in a disqualification of your vote!
Album Of The Year
"OTEP - Smash The Control Machine"
(Well, naturally...)
Most Evil Album Cover Artwork
"OTEP - Smash The Control Machine"
There are a lot of hidden images in the cover, for a closer look click here!
Cool zoom tool, see things the naked eye doesn't!
Don't under estimate the evilness!
Metal Director/Host of the Year
"Full Metal Jackie"
A legend in metal radio!
If you are not familiar you can listen to her on about every metal station out there.
Check out the show by clicking here.
Thank You!
WRESTLING FANS
FINAL RESOLUTION!
TNA using OTEP's new single STCM as theme song for their PPV special.
Rad.
http://www.tnafinalresolution.com/
TNA WRESTLING PRESENTS "FINAL RESOLUTION"
LIVE ON PAY-PER-VIEW ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20
TNA Wrestling returns to PPV live from Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida!
"Final Resolution" will feature your favorite TNA Superstars, including AJ Styles, Kurt Angle, Bobby Lashley, Mick Foley, Matt Morgan, Team 3D and many more!
Plus, the event features the "Feast Or Fired" match, as someone will get fired from TNA Wrestling!
OTEP NATION LET'S RIOT!
MySpace METAL has featured the video for
Smash The Control Machine!
Check it out here:
http://www.myspace.com/metal
Leave some comments on that page and
show them the power of the OTEP NATION!
Thanks for all the endless support!
TOGETHER, WE ARE UNSTOPPABLE!
Our fans and supporters
My Fellow Degenerates,
We are extremely grateful and appreciative for the intelligence, spirit, and passion of our supporters.
We work hard every single day to repay the gift you give us in attending, listening, and investing.
I never thought my life would lead me here to be with all of you --- it is incredible.
Remember, fight for the existence you deserve & never let anyone define it for you.
Rise.Rebel.Resist.
In art,
Otep Shamaya
OTEP on RNR TV
RNR TV interviewed Otep Shamaya discussing art, politics, and the new album.
It will air in two parts, segment one will be this week while segment two next week and both times they will be showing SMASH THE CONTROL MACHINE video.
Here's where it airs:
Baltimore
Channel 75 on Friday 10pm and Sat 10pm
Anne Arundel County, MD
Channel 99 on Friday at 9:30pm and Sat at 9:30pm
Harford County, MD
Channel 21 on Wednesday at 10pm
Fall River, MA
Channel 95 on Thursday at 9pm
UNC Charlotte, NC
Channel 22 on the Time Warner Cable system on Sat and Sun nights at 11pm
Armada, MI
Channel 6 (NEMC) on Fri and Sat nights at 10pm
OTEP SHAMAYA SPEAKS ....
Singer and activist Otep Shamaya shares her feelings about meeting the Youth of Hetrick-Martin ...
"I remember sitting with the young people of Hetrick-Martin, listening to their questions, answering the best I could, and seeing my own reflection in their eyes, in their fears, their frustrations, in their anger, and in their hope.
There are many moments knotted on the thread of life, but this is one that I will remember forever."
BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR, YOU SAY??
FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR DARK HEARTS ...
WE THANK YOU!!!
For those not infected yet:
- BESTBUY & TARGET still have SMASH THE CONTROL MACHINE for $7.99!
- Buy it ONLINE @ AMAZON.com for : $8.99!!
RISE OTEP ARMY!!
STCM/SS4L
Otep Shamaya Talks About Being Out in Metal
by Trish Bendix, Blog Editor
September 3, 2009
Since 2000, Otep Shamaya has been using her status as the out frontwoman of a popular metal band ? aptly named OTEP ? to stand up for the things she believes in. Songs like "Menocide" drew attention to the lyrical stand-outs that the band's music has, but also created controversy as the song's lyrics were feminist and called out the oppression women deal with (i.e. "Girls in the playroom, house-wives, servants in the workplace, slaves to lies.")
She's a master at getting attention and for all the right things.
Last week, the California-based quartet released their fourth full-length album, Smash the Control Machine, on indie label Victory Records. The label has been home to several rising emo/punk/hardcore bands over the past decade, but OTEP is an anomaly, as it's one of the only bands with a female member to join the roster.
"I've never made a career decision based on my gender," Otep told us about signing to Victory. "It plays no role in my decision making. I chose Victory because they are an incredible group of passionate people who love music and actively support the delicate mechanisms that reward and seduce audiences. "
"Seduce" is a great word for what Otep and her bandmates do to an audience.
A blonde knock-out with a Joan Jett-esque growl made for rock, her stage presence as a frontwoman is just as futile to the band's popularity as the lyrics she sings. Although she doesn't think about being female when it comes to making plans for her band, it certainly reaches an audience of women who are looking for representation in the metal music scene.
"I have seen many more women at our shows," Otep said of the band's fan base. "I also get quite a bit more messages from gay and lesbian folks thanking me for the courage to be out. It's an honor to be the beacon for those that are still searching for their way."
As an out lesbian, Otep has become active with the Harvey Milk High School, acting as the spokeswoman for the Hetrick Martin Institute.
There's also a song on the new album, "Rise Rebel Resist," which she was inspired to write about "the hateful opposition to marriage equality."
"There have been many who helped me so it's the least I can do ? pay it forward," Otep said of trying to reach the LGBT community. "But I hope our music appeals to all people and promotes an atmosphere of exclusive inclusivity. Once the walls are bashed away, we can see just how similar we actually are."
Having been out since before she was in the public eye, Otep said she has never had an issue with labels or management trying to hide her sexuality.
"If anyone ever had a problem with who I am, they kept it far, far away from my awareness," the singer said.
She has, however, encountered homophobia and misogyny throughout her career, saying, "It's the easiest path of thinking for the more simpler, single-celled sapiens in our society. Attack the gender, attack the sexual orientation. But for the most part, our audiences are amazingly progressive thinkers. "
Otep said the metal community is aware of the things the band "lives by and stands for."
"Some bands just use politics and activism and strong songs to sell albums but don't believe or practice what they preach," Otep said. "We do and I think we are respected for that."
Otep said that she thinks gay men have more difficulty in the scene.
"It's still a strange hypocrisy that exists among the aggro-masses," she said. "I suppose, on some base level it makes sense: Our species is driven by sex, lesbians are stereotypically thought of as 'sexy,' so they are 'tolerated' and even encouraged. Especially the hetero-flexible segment. The 'gay for a days' trick out the lifestyle, reinforce the stereotype. I guess it's like going to Disneyland for them ? a holiday from their inhibitions and bigotry."
Not only does Otep challenge stereotypes about lesbians, her success in such a male-dominated music genre is an inspiration to women of all sexual orientations.
You don't have to be a metal fan to appreciate that.
OTEP ON TOUR WITH FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH
OTEP is in the final week of their headlining run with labelmates DESTROPHY which includes this year?s Bumbershoot Festival in Seattle, WA. Immediately afterward, OTEP will be hitting the road again with Five Finger Death Punch, Shadows Fall, and 2 Cents. OTEP continues to heat up the Hard Rock charts as Smash The Control Machine was the #1 Hard Rock album in the country last week!
Check out the dates below to find out when this rock solid tour is coming to your area!
Sep 22 2009 - San Francisco, California
Sep 23 2009 - Fresno, California
Sep 24 2009 - Ponoma, California
Sep 27 2009 - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Sep 28 2009 - Colorado Springs, Colorado
Sep 30 2009 - Omaha, Nebraska
Oct 2 2009 - Maplewood, Minnesota
Oct 3 2009 - Chicago, Illinois
Oct 6 2009 - Clifton Park, New York
Oct 8 2009 - Boston, Massachusetts
Oct 9 2009 - Baltimore, Maryland
Oct 10 2009 - Hartford, Connecticut
Oct 11 2009 - Sayreville, New Jersey
Oct 13 2009 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Oct 15 2009 - Pontiac, Michigan
Oct 16 2009 - Madison, Wisconsin
Oct 17 2009 - Grand Rapids, Michigan
Oct 18 2009 - Louisville, Kentucky
Oct 20 2009 - San Antonio, Texas
Oct 21 2009 - Lubbock, Texas
Oct 23 2009 - Little Rock, Arkansas
Oct 25 2009 - Sauget, Illinois
Oct 26 2009 - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oct 28 2009 - Denver, Colorado
Oct 30 2009 - Salt Lake City, Utah
Oct 31 2009 - Boise, Idaho
Nov 1 2009 - Spokane, Washington
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5. Winners List. For a list of winners, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Alternative Press Contests/"name of contest" Winners List, 1305 West 80th Street, Suite 2F, Cleveland, Ohio 44102-1996. Request must be postmarked by 9/24/2010. Allow four to six weeks for delivery. A list will also be made available at altpress.com
NEW ALBUM FACTS
Run For Cover was written w/US Combat Troops in mind. But applies to everyone Conquering enemies.
WHERE THE RIVER ENDS is the summation of a story began on the first album with the song Jonestown Tea. The summation is Liberation. Indeed. "I'm not yours anymore"
Emilie Autumn Plays Violin & Koichi Fukuda (Static X) Plays Piano ON UR A WMN NOW. The 3rd verse is based on Otep Shamaya's childhood.
The baby photo in the album artwork is Otep Shamaya.
Secrets abound in the album artwork, liner notes, et cetera
THE HOTTEST CHICKS IN METAL: OTEP'S OTEP SHAMAYA - THE OUTTAKES
Didn't get enough of this month's Hottest Chick in Metal, Otep Shamaya of Otep? Neither did we. Which is why we've posted these bonus pics of her, as well as a few more of her grossest stories. Enjoy. And check out Otep?s pinup in the new issue of Revolver.
PHOTO BY ROBIN LAANANEN
"The ?filthiest" show we ever played was during a rainstorm on Ozzfest and the mixing of sweat, beer, puke, blood, and god knows what else was pretty overwhelming. Especially when the crowd decided it would be fun to start a mosh-mud-pit, which naturally led to a mud-ball fight, which led to everything and everyone getting plastered in the reeking muck."
PHOTO BY ROBIN LAANANEN
"My grossest fan interaction? A young lady got so nervous after getting autographs; she puked on the off-duty cops working security."
PHOTO BY ROBIN LAANANEN
"I tried a new type of throat tea one show a few years ago and one of the ingredients is a very powerful laxative. And just as we are about to go onstage, I am overcome with horrible stomach cramps and nausea. I was paralyzed with pain. There was no bathroom backstage, but the club promoters gave me a cardboard box and said, ?Handle your biz in the dressing room."
INTERNATIONAL RELEASE DATES!
PHYSICALLY:
UK - Monday, August 17th
Canada & US - Tuesday, August 18th
Japan - Thursday, August 20th
Germany - Friday, August 21st
France - Monday, August 24th
Ireland - Friday, August 21st
Austria - Monday, August 24th
Australia - Friday, August 28th
Netherlands - Monday, August 24th
Sweden - Monday, August 24th
New Zealand - Friday, August 28th
DIGITALLY:
It will be available everywhere Today, August 18th
SHOCK AND RAW TOUR ANNOUNCED!
We told you we would have some big tour news so here it is:
We have been asked to join Five Finger Death Punch on THE SHOCK AND RAW TOUR! Other supporting acts include Shadows Fall, and 2 Cents to make this one of the biggest hard rock events this autumn. Tickets go on sale this weekend, August 14-16; check your local box office for details. This tour will run through Nov. 2nd and bring us to some areas we haven't been to in a long time! Here are the first 6 dates we are announcing. Many more to come! Spread the word!
Tue/Sep-22 San Francisco, CA - The Regency Grand
Wed/Sep-23 Fresno, CA - Crest Theater
Thu/Sep-24 Pomona, CA - The Glass House
Sun/Sep-27 Albuquerque, NM - Sunshine Theater
Wed/Sep-30 Omaha, NE - Sokol Auditorium
Tue/Oct-06 Clifton Park, NY - Northern Lights
Fri/Oct-16 Madison, WI - Orpheum Theater
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