Hey guys I just wanted to update you on how our recording sessions went for what will be our debut album.

We entered the studio Weds 2^nd Sept having run an extensive pre-production phase on the tracks for the month prior.

During pre-production we had decided upon the tracks we wanted to record and these are as follows (in no particular order):

Stop Me

Lost Beyond Belief

And She Said

Death of a Rockstar Part 1

Out till 3

Dirty Intoxicated

Dominates Me

I know Where You Are

Joining the above on the album will be:

Death of a Rockstar Part 2

Bad Days

Well to say the recording went well would be an understatement.  Due to our producer cracking the whip like a scene from Planet of the Apes :P we managed to record all 8 songs in their entirety in just 5 days leaving lots of spare days for production ideas.

The project is now in the hands of our producer Steve Fenton, who is busy turning

As you can see above we have recorded a track named Death of a Rockstar Part 1.  This is a piece of music I wrote many, MANY years ago and with the Peats help have now turned this into a prelude for the Death of a Rockstar saga.  The track basically sets the scene for our protagonists’ demise.  We have also altered the EP version of Death of a Rockstar which is now Death of a Rockstar Part 2.  It has had layers of strings and percussion added in various parts to bring it in line with Death of Part 1 and it simply sounds immense.

During the recording phase we started to film various bits and bobs and have decided to do a short documentary detailing the two weeks.  It basically features the band titting around haha but im sure you guys will enjoy it.  We aim to have it all ready for the albums launch.

With regards to timescale, having recently spoken with our producer, we are still on course for a March 2010 release date for the album.  At present it’s still in mix and production stage albeit at an advanced stage.  Steve is determined to ensure it is of the highest quality and as such has no intention of rushing the production of the album.

Once Steve is happy with the production we intend to have a meeting to decide on the albums title and then from that will begin work on the albums artwork.

During that period the album will be sent down to the fabulous Ray Staff at Air Studios in London once again for mastering.

We have also decided that once the album is ready and mastered, we will have a listening party for you guys.  This will undoubtedly take place at our spiritual home The Sanctuary Rock Bar in Burnley :) details will follow much nearer the time but we want to have a party where you guys hear what we have been working on for the past 6 months prior to the launch.  We will have a special guest band entertaining on the night so we can get pissed and have fun without playing hahaha.

Ok guys that’s it for now.  Thanks very much for all your support guys and we will keep you up to date on how the album is progressing.

Warmest Regards

Roy

The band Exit State from the United Kingdom call their own style 'A Hi-Octane Rock Cocktail', and yes, that's what it is. But, let's look a little closer. The EP "Bad Days" has 5 tracks, plus the clip of the single "Bad Days". This includes one remix and one instrumental version of the single too. So, all around we got three songs to listen to.

The title track is rockin', and reminds me a bit of the young Berliner music-scene for the speed, the sound and the rhythm. This band could come from the capital of Germany, but no, they are from the island (cause of their sound and attitude, Germany could be a hotspot for them). There's a lot of pressure in the bass guitar and the drums, and also a lot of power in the vocals plus they did a very good job with the string parts. It seems Adam Stephenson, Roy Bright, Peat Hicks and Phil Ireland are pretty much in love with their instruments.

The sound of Exit State is fresh and young, and needs a little (more) time to grow up. But the basics are great. Absolutely up-and-coming.

The tip of the EP is definitely, "Death Of A Rockstar". Here the band gives everything! More effects, more ideas, more, more, more... definitely the best melody on the entire cd. Metal elements, gently vocals (which remind me of a mix of Dave Grohl and Patrick Stump), and influences from Metallica. Very cool.

Even though it was the first time I heard an instrumental track on a rock-EP, it's worth it. "Bad Days (instrumental)" gives a good look and place to make yourself a picture of the skill of Exit State. A nice idea. It's a pity the "The Retro 12" remix" of the title track was not really essential. Apart from the intro, there is no big difference to the original. The bottom line is a good, handmade sound, rockin' songs, and a young band which is heading for a great future if they give themselves room to breath and grow up.

"Bad Days" is not the holy grail of modern rock music, but it's worth to check up on this band. Anyone who likes independent guitar music, will like Exit State too.
(AVH:5)

Ana Van Helsing.

http://www.side-line.com/reviews_comments.php?id=43457_0_17_0_C

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Hey guys - we are giving away a free copy of our acoustic track And she said.

Simply head on over to http://www.kingprawnrecords.co.uk/store.html
 to grab your copy :)

Enjoy

regards
Roy

Hey there our rocking friends :)

We are really happy to announce that our Bad Days EP is now available for pre-order :)

Simply head on over to http://www.kingprawnrecords.co.uk/store.html and order your copy today - be the first to get hold of the early Limited Edition physical CD

Your Bad Days EP will be shipped on the release date of Monday 29th June.

We are hoping to sell plenty of these which will prove to a top tour agent we have lined up that the fanbase exists for a big tour so tell all your friends :)

Thanks for your continued support guys we really really appreciate it :)

Warmest regards
Roy

Hey guys we are giving away FREE!! - YES! Free ringtones.

Simply go to our labels website at www.kingprawnrecords.com and jump into Exit States section

There you will find the Exit State ringtones there with lots more! Right Click, Save As, pop em on your phone and bonza!

Also, see the competition to win exclusive signed pre-release Exit State goodies!!!

Regards
Roy

Well guys the first review of Bad Days has been posted and its a decent one as well (thank god)

The reviews on Leeds Music Scene can be brutal lol and the reviewers take no prosoners so we are pleased with ours :)

http://www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10765/

Regards
Roy