Anaheim, Calif. – acropolisRPM and Skinnie Magazine invite you to make your voice heard for the band you think should be the newest addition to the Warped family at the Battle for the Warped Tour 2010 Finals at House of Blues Anaheim on Wednesday, June 16, 2010. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

As the much-anticipated final round approaches, the remaining contenders prepare to battle it out for a spot on the L.A. stop of Vans Warped Tour 14 at the Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. on June 25.

Following a series of 14 preliminary bouts and six semi-finals narrowing down the field of over 60 bands, only a select few remain. Last Minute Decision, I & I, See For Yourself, BoB Knows Best, Suns of Jimi and Welcome Distraction comprise the diverse roster of bands representing a variety of genres from rock to hip-hop as competition grows fierce for a much-coveted spot on the Vans Warped Tour 14 lineup.

Guest judges will include Hans Thurau, CEO of ClubDstrict.com; Katie Pagler, O.C. Editor of 944; Luke Allen of OCMA; Ramon Gonzales, Editor-in-Chief of Skinnie Magazine as well as celebrity guest judges Shar Jackson of VH1’s “Celebrity Fit Club;” Flynn Adam, Black Eyed Peas producer; and more to be announced.

Closing the night will be featured up-and-coming Los Angeles rapper, Sum-In-1.

The finals promise an electric night full of energy, camaraderie and competition in Downtown Disney as finalists give it their all for chance to be included in this year’s epic lineup.

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The night will feature a wide variety of musical genres that range from classic rock to modern day alternative.

As the night approaches, the piercing vocals of Valora will hit the stage. Valora, who just released their “Alice in Wonderland” influenced song “Extreme,” will be taking the HOB stage alongside classic rock influenced groups The Opera and England Street.

For music lovers who wish to groove to the sound of the early ’90s, acts Edstanley and Bethpage Black will not disappoint. Life Support’s catchy choruses and infectious guitar riffs will bring a modern edge to the night.

Six amazing bands are ready to bring forth a night of pure music mayhem for the masses. An unforgettable night is approaching fast and is sure to sell out. Make sure to buy tickets at www.livenation.com by searching DETOUR LIVE.

The DETOUR LIVE concert series, presented by music company acropolisRPM, has been a ongoing success in the Orange County music scene for the past six years by creating affordable events with a wide variety of musical talent.

acropolisRPM inc. is a boutique Records, Promotion and Management company based in Orange County, CA. We are known for providing personal management for our artists. At our core, we specialize in infiltrating youth culture in order to market, promote and book our artists as well as produce concerts and events. acropolisRPM has been “bringing people together through music” since the early ‘90s.

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High octane? Hell, yes. Full throttle? Fuckin’ right! All motor metaphors aside, The Gasoline Addicts are straight ahead rock ‘n’ roll that fires on all cylinders (sorry, I couldn’t resist). Hailing from Orange County, California, the four-piece rose from the ashes of former O.C. punk rockers, Liquorfish in 1998. “Jay, Roso and I were in the midst of a master plan to start something fresh when we had see this guy Rob playin with Gasoline Addicts,” admits Lead singer, Dave Turturro. “He ripped, we wanted him, we stole him and his name.” A short time later Rob and the Addicts parted ways amicably.

After adding lead guitarist Gary Iacobucci, they are shifting into high gear, set to make rock ’n’ roll the likes of which has never been seen. Blending elements of rockabilly, punk and what Turturro describes simply as, “Rawk ‘n’ Roll Baby!” “We started hitchin’ and loadin’ equipment for all the local bands we could,” says Turturro. “Social Distortion, Agent Orange, AWOL, Middle Class…. No car, no money and all the time in the world to divide and conquer. By the time we were 15 we had either loaded or lied our way into most of the clubs in LA and OC. This was the point, which would change my perspective. And that it did. At that point I knew I needed to write. Guitar, a few chords, pen and paper, lyrics and that was that. I was hooked. As soon as we could drive, it was over. No sports, No school. Just time to play, write, and of course, drink.”

The rest, as they say, is history. The members of The Gasoline Addicts are united by a single burning passion for music, as is evident in their live shows and the connections made with fans. “Good rock ‘n’ roll is what the people need and we are here to cook it up for ‘em,” explains Turturro. “The music would be inspired really by the four of us in one room and really quite frankly just being blessed with this chemistry to chew it up, cough it up and make it real tasty.” The Gasoline Addicts have been a part of the So Cal music scene in one way or another for a long time, and now, after joining Acropolis Records, stand poised to make their mark. Their new full-length, “Supercharged,” is now available on Acropolis. “We have a need to tell the world that rawk ‘n’ roll is alive and well,” proclaims Turturro. “And with their [Acropolis] help, the world will hear The Gasoline Addicts.” As for the name, since when has any rock group worth their salt been politically correct? All we’re saying is don’t expect to catch them touring in a hybrid anytime soon.

Q&A With The Gasoline Addicts

It’s been quite the journey. What are some of your personal highlights so far?
Dave: We all have played some really good venues past and present in LA and OC. We had some good reviews and have played with some really great bands. We are really looking forward to broadening our horizon and playin’ unfamiliar terrain and meeting other bands who are striving to get their music heard as well.

Roso: I would say I’ve had a great life playing music. I’ve played with great players like Scott Miller (Agent Orange), Eddit Tatter (D.I.) and have done shows with LIT, Static X, Zebrahead, Kottonmouth Kings, Rule 62 and have played the House of Blues Anaheim, The Viper Room, Anaheim Stadium, The Whisky A Go Go, The Roxy and The Cat Club just to name a few.

Jay: We’ve played shows with one of our favorite bands, the legendary Cadillac Tramps.

Gary: Getting back into playing again after a long layoff. Working with these guys has been a blast. Looking forward to some big shows with national acts.

What were some of your early influences? How did you make the transition from fans to musicians?
Dave: Even though the jazz, blues, reggae, country and rawk were introduced early, I think it was the punk and ska that just kicked my ass sooo good. Later on, the stuff I was first introduced would make another impact and blend styles to give this blues/punk rawk feel — aggressive, yet melodic. How did I make the transition? I was asked if I could play guitar, I said, ‘No…no clue.’ I was handed a guitar and was told it was time to learn. We played some of those first few shows through the PA with the vocals just because we didn’t have any money to buy real amps.

Roso: I’ll have to say The Ramones, Sex Pistols, Dead Kennedys, X, Led Zeppelin, Rush, B.B. King, Lou Reed, Stevie Ray Vaughan were my big influences.

Jay: Influences were The Ramones, Bad Brains, Iron Maiden, Social Distortion, Agent Orange, D.I., Adolescents, Cadillac Tramps, etc. Dad took me to the music shop at age 11 and said pick out an instrument. I chose drums and haven’t stopped playing them since that day. Also, my grandfather toured with big bands his whole life as a drummer, so that influenced my decision to pick drums over other instruments.

Gary: Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, UFO, Queen and some individual guitar players like Steve Lukather, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix. I have a little different background and influences than the other guys. My background is more Classic Rock than Punk or Ska. Also Guns ‘N Roses and S.T.P. were favorites.

You have a pretty diverse palette of individual influences, but fans of what bands do you think would most likely listen to The Gasoline Addicts?
Dave: Supersuckers, Fu Manchu, All the Madmen, Cadillac Tramps, Misfits, Rocket from the Crypt, Foo Fighters, Nashville Pussy, ZZ Top, D Generation, The Dragons, The Flaming Sideburns, Hellacopters, Bad Religion.

Gary: Personally, I think we can attract a very wide audience. I think our style is old school punk mixed with a touch of classic rock and even a little bit of the blues. People who like all kinds of different bands will be open to our music. You can like The Who, Social Distortion, Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, The Misfits, Foo Fighters and The Sex Pistols — on and on — and love The Gasoline Addicts.

It’s well known most of your projects have been self recorded and produced, mostly with a little help from a bottle of liquor. You have a new full length coming out on Acropolis. What’s the dirt on that?
Jay: Well we recorded a five song CD back in 2000 and are currently recording new 15-song CD called “Supercharged.”

Dave: We are working with Dave Irish at Milano Studios in Orange, California. Amazing Dave, drummer of the Irish Brothers and sound engineer extraordinaire, has recorded past and present many, many fine musicians. For example, Throw Rag, Gamblers Mark, Hellbound Heyride, Reel Big Fish…etc. Down-to-earth studio, no bullshit, great ears, big help. We are are really excited to get this the hell out there. Lyrically, every person should have their own perception or interpretation of what has been written. Topics? Life, strife, sacrifice, indecision, decisions, love, lust, want, need or lack there of, losing, winning, drivin’ hard and of course overcoming all odds. We are really excited to be working with Daniel and Acropolis.

Any famous last words?
Dave: Ask questions. Fuckin’ read people! Learn, write, draw, drink, eat, lust, love and never, never give up.

Jay: You definitely need to see one of our live shows.

Gary: Keep your dreams alive. Long Live Rock!

Official Website: myspace.com/thegasolineaddicts

“People in My Town”

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James: Guitar, Vox
Joe: Bass, Vox
Josh: Drums

The Southern California sun descended upon a day that would live in infamy. Joe and James stood upon a mountaintop and overlooked the county of Orange. Night enveloped the scene, the darkness seeming to reflect their inner thoughts, for it was a time of frustration and change. Little did they know that an astronomical event was about to occur that would change their lives forever. The spectacle now known to be Main Street Lights would soon be born. As they stood, staring out over a seemingly silent city, the lights lining Main Street ironically bright, a bolt of lightening struck young Joseph in the hand and elevated his arm toward the sky. As the electricity coursed through his body, his head tilted back and he brought forth a note that pierced the ears of every living thing, even those without ears. While we may never be entirely certain, legend has it that the note was audible even from space. To this day the boys are willing to bet a great sum of money from their own wallets (about $3.50) that this probably is true. What we’re trying to say is, it was loud.

The young duo set forth on a musical journey to create that which would leave an indelible imprint upon the pages of time, a legacy to last through the ages; something future generations would look back on in awe, or at least odd amusement. Imbued with uncanny ability after what is now known as “the incident,” they began to scribe their own songs, splaying their innermost emotional entrails into what can only be described as a symphony of super awesomeness. But alas, something was missing. After a long, arduous journey in search the missing cadence, our heroes stumbled upon a drummer known only as Josh. After practicing together, things seemed to click. That, and the fact that they didn’t feel like searching any further, cemented the fact that Josh would have to do. The trifecta was now complete. Main Street Lights began to radiate their brilliance. After taking the stage for the first time, the trio realized that the world may not yet be ready for such esoteric extravagance as this. They decided to lay low, honing their skills, awaiting the day when they might emerge to take their rightful place in the universe, or at least, a local bar. Now, armed with a self-titled EP (that unlike this bio is all killer, no filler) on the infamous Acropolis Records, Main Street Lights are set to shine, ready to blind the world.

Q&A With Main Street Lights

Other than the alleged “incident,” what were your earliest encounters with the instruments and abilities now in your arsenal? From whence doth such awesomeness spring?

James: I have been playing music since I was a little kid. My parents introduced me to the piano when I was seven years old. I hated it and abandoned the instrument a few years later to play drums. My parents were reluctant but shocked at my dedication to the instrument. I knew I was serious the day I went to my grandfather’s funeral and played a show in the same day. My band wanted to cancel the gig and that wasn’t an option for me. I’ve played in bands since I was 12 (now 23) in Orange County. None as serious as Main Street Lights. I am looking to make a living of doing what I love no matter what the cost.

Joe: My first instrument was in 7th grade. I remember how horrible I was at guitar. I’m almost positive it was since my guitar teacher only wanted to teach me cover songs and nothing else. After a horrible accident that took my guitar away from me (my cousin throwing it off my bed) I thought that I was done with music. It wasn’t until my uncle, whom is one of my biggest influences as a musician, started talking to me about music that things began looking up. Around this time I met James at high school who was also a musician, and soon to be best friend. Most of my friends from high school, including James, were all playing guitar, so through their help I picked back up guitar. I remember James through high school always talking up his band, and me always wanting to be apart of it. They even wanted me to sing for them at one point, but never called me back…bastards. Look at me now James!

Josh: I started playing drums when I was about 15. I got my first drum set from my friend for $200 it was a piece of crap but a kit nonetheless. I started taking minor lessons from a friend of mine who was in a pop punk band as well as a friend of my dad’s. From there I started a band with a couple of friends at school and got used to performing in front of people. About four bands later, James sent me a message online saying he needed a drummer and at that time I needed a band. I had a couple formal drum lessons but I basically picked up anything I could from the music I listened to. From the time I performed with my first band I knew I wanted to play music as a profession.

Joe: We all have listen to similar and different bands and music genres. There is a common thread that ties Main Street Lights together. That thread is punk. Skate-punk, pop-punk, whatever you like to call it, we all were influenced by the ‘90s punk movement which took an underground sound to commercial music. Josh listens to a lot of metal music. James listens to a lot of classic rock and I am into a lot of acoustic performers.

How would you describe your sound to mere mortals should they yet not be privileged enough to partake?

Joe: Well first of all… its good. Second of all I would say we are an alternative rock band with pop punk/alternative influences.

How does one go about placing a moniker on a masterpiece?

Josh: James was painting his room and saw Main Street Lights as a color. The rest of the band thought it sounded cool plus it fit the fact that we all like Disneyland a lot. Joe and James met in high school on Main St. in Santa Ana so it just stuck.

Care to elaborate on the awesomeness of your EP?

James: We only have one CD and it is a self-titled. One area where we differ from other bands is we try to always write about different material — everything from a love song to a song about a friend taking their life. Each song on the self-titled can reach someone out there. “The Time” is a song of declaration. It embodies the idea that anything can be accomplished. “This Song Has Great Potential” is a song about putting effort into something and not being reciprocated for your hard work. “A Day In Your Life” is a love song about heartbreak. “Fade Away” is about letting problems roll off you shoulders because they are bound to happen. “Yes I Do” is a song about someone who has lost someone they love and wishes to relive a memory with them. The upcoming album should be good. It’s going to be more dynamic and rock your sock off! ONLY ONE! Our sound is very diverse. We are like the Baskin Robbins of bands.

What does the future hold?

We have a very good local following. We are looking to expand it by playing Warped Tour next summer and releasing a full-length CD. We have the talent and dedication the world just doesn’t know it yet. BUT THEY SOON WILL!

Any famous last words?

Feel free to contact us via MySpace or follow us on Twitter. The link is on our MySpace page. We are funny guys looking to connect with our fans.

Fans of what artists would enjoy your music? Blink 182, Jimmy Eat World, AFI and Foo Fighters.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.myspace.com/mainstreetlights

ALBUM RELEASE DATE(S): TBA