EkoTren

EKOTREN has released the “Attack Of The Chupacabra” ecard. Scope it out and get more info on the band at www.blindprophecyrecords.com/chupa/

EkoTren Releases New Video For Tranquilized Florida hard rockers EkoTren have released a new video for "Tranquilized" the first single from their debut album "Light The Fire." The video was shot in early February in New Jersey by David Brodsky from MyGoodEye, who has worked with bands like God Forbid, Suicide Silence, Strapping Young Lad, The Red Chord and many others.

The video was posted today and can be found at the following location: http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=34571051

EkoTren has kept busy since recording their debut album in October of last year. They toured in Nov./Dec. with Diecast and Mower, then in Jan./Feb. with Ill Nino, Droid and Bobaflex, and are currently out with Scum Of The Earth (featuring Riggs from White Zombie) and Rikets. "Light The Fire" was released Feb. 19 and the band has been on tour since. Its title track "Light The Fire" reaches its 15th week on the Devil's Dozen weekly countdown on Sirius Hard Attack, among bands like Testament, Meshuggah, and Cavalera Conspiracy where it currently sits at #4. Meanwhile, the radio single, "Tranquilized," is hitting active radio all over the country.

For more info visit www.ekotren.com or www.myspace.com/ekotren

Don't forget everyone, our debut CD "Light The Fire" Hits stores this Tuesday! You can Pre-Order your copy now!!! www.myspace.com/ekotren or www.ekotren.com

Melodic metalers, EkoTren are set to release their debut album, Light the Fire, on February 19th through Blind Prophecy Records. The band will also be hitting the road with Ill Nino in late January. EkoTren’s debut album mixes assonance and dissonance, assuring that this release will appeal voluminous group of music fans. Established in Cape Coral, FL in 2000 by vocalist John Sheldon, guitarist Keith Finnell, and keyboardist Steve Chin, EkoTren has carved their name deep into the scene. With the later additions of drummer Eric Pottle and bassist Derek DeSantis, the quintet has toured the state extensively, off of two EPs, ‘The Tables Have Turned’ (2006) and ‘Destroying the American Dream’ (2007) and have shared stages with the likes of Saliva, Flyleaf, Nonpoint, Diecast, Ankla and more. After seven years of dedication, the band signed with Blind Prophecy Records in September 2007 and immediately hit the studio with acclaimed producer Paul Trust (Diecast, Endo) to craft their first full-length album, ‘Light the Fire’, available worldwide in early 2008. Steered by melody and driven by metal, the 11-track effort breathes new life into fan favorites like “The Tables Have Turned” and displays brand new tracks in EkoTren’s signature style.

After the international release of the album, EkoTren aims to bring their unique breed of metal to the masses with extensive touring. Catch EkoTren on tour with Ill Nino late January!

“EkoTren is f’ing rad! And you can quote me on that.” - Shannon Larkin/Godsmack

EkoTren on Tour
Jan 10 2008 8:00P - Canal Club Richmond, Virginia
Jan 11 2008 8:00P - Jester’s Pub Fayetteville, North Carolina
Jan 12 2008 8:00P - Zakk’s Coffee House Murfreesboro, North Carolina
Jan 13 2008 8:00P - Around The Corner Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Jan 16 2008 8:00P - Peabody’s Cleveland, Ohio
Jan 17 2008 8:00P - Planet Rock Battle Creek, Michigan
Jan 18 2008 8:00P - Bridge Street Bar & Grill Sparland, Illinois
Jan 19 2008 8:00P - Motorheads Bar and Grill Michigan Center, Michigan
Jan 20 2008 8:00P - Legends Chicago, Illinois
Jan 25 2008 8:00P - The Rock Nightclub Maplewood, Minnesota
Jan 26 2008 8:00P - Phoenix Lounge Harrisburg, South Dakota
Jan 28 2008 8:00P - House of Bricks Des Moines, Iowa
EkoTren w/ Ill Nino, Bobaflex, and Droid
Jan 31 2008 8:00P - Agora Ballroom w/ Ill Nino Cleveland, Ohio
Feb 1 2008 8:00P - Harpo’s w/ Ill Nino Detroit, Michigan
Feb 2 2008 8:00P - Pearl Room w/ Ill Nino Mokena, Illinois
Feb 4 2008 8:00P - The Rock w/ Ill Nino Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 7 2008 8:00P - Gator’s w/ Ill Nino Farmington, New Mexico
Feb 14 2008 8:00P - Midnite Rodeo w/ Ill Nino Abilene, Texas
Feb 15 2008 8:00P - Scout Bar w/ Ill Nino Houston, Texas
Feb 16 2008 8:00P - Ridglea Theatre w/ Ill Nino Ft Worth, Texas
Feb 21 2008 8:00P - Headliner’s w/ Ill Nino Lexington, Kentucky

Details finalized for worldwide release in February 2008 Category: Music Within weeks of signing to Blind Prophecy Records, EkoTren headed straight into the studio with producer Paul Trust (Diecast, Endo) to craft their 11-song album, 'Light The Fire'. The album features 6 news songs and breathes new life into songs from previous EPs 'Destroying The American Dream' and 'The Tables Have Turned.' A preview of the cover and the track list can be found here 'Light The Fire' hits stores on the following dates: • Japan – February 20, 2008 • Europe – February 25, 2008 • N. America – February 19, 2008 'Light The Fire' Track list: 1. Light The Fire 2. Paper Thin 3. Become 4. Tables Have Turned 5. Tranquilized 6. Nothing Left 7. Falling 8. Death Blanket 9. Point of View 10. Needed You More 11. Chupacabra Currently finishing a coast-to-coast national tour with Diecast, EkoTren will embark on a string of headlining dates in January, with further tour plans in the works.

EKOTREN / DIECAST TOUR ANNOUNCED!!! EkoTren will be hitting the road alongside Diecast this winter for a national tour, ending 2007 in a monumental way. Established in Cape Coral, FL in 2000 by vocalist John Sheldon, guitarist Keith Finnell, and keyboardist Steve Chin, EkoTren has carved their name deep into the scene. After seven years of dedication, the band signed with Blind Prophecy Records in September 2007 and immediately hit the studio with acclaimed producer Paul Trust (Diecast, Endo) to craft their first full-length album, ‘Light the Fire’, available worldwide in early 2008. Steered by melody and driven by metal, the 11-track effort breathes new life into fan favorites like “The Tables Have Turned” and displays brand new tracks in EkoTren’s signature style. After the international release of the album, EkoTren aims bring their unique breed of metal to the masses with an extensive tour.

EKOTREN / DIECAST TOUR

Nov 5 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Jack Rabbits Jacksonville, Florida
Nov 8 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ TBA Orlando, Florida
Nov 9 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ TBA ATLANTA, Georgia
Nov 12 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Club Bijou Toledo, Ohio
Nov 13 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Peabody’s Cleveland, Ohio
Nov 14 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Bulldog Cafe Louisville
Nov 15 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ The Machine Shop Flint, Michigan
Nov 16 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Al Rosa Villa Columbus, Ohio
Nov 17 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Harpo’s Detroit, Michigan
Nov 19 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ The Rock Maplewood, Minnesota
Nov 20 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ The Pearl Room Mokena, Illinois
Nov 21 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ The Klinic Madison, Wisconsin
Nov 23 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ JC’s House of Rock Wichita, Kansas
Nov 25 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ The Launch Pad Albuquerque, New Mexico
Nov 27 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/DiecastTour @ The Whiskey West Hollywood, California
Nov 28 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ The Sets Tempe, Arizona
Nov 29 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ Cane’s Bar & Grill San Diego, California
Nov 30 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ The Vibe Riverside, California
Dec 1 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ The Kennal Club Sacramento, California
Dec 2 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ Club Underground Reno, Nevada
Dec 4 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ Rock n Roll Piazza Portland, Oregon
Dec 5 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ El Corazon Seattle, Washington
Dec 7 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast @ Club Vegas Salt Lake City, Utah
Dec 8 2007 7:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ Gator’s Bar and Grill Farmington, New Mexico
Dec 9 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ TBA HOUSTON, Texas
Dec 12 2007 8:00P - EkoTren/Diecast Tour @ TBA ABILENE, Texas
Dec 13 2007 7:00P - EkoTren/Die