ATP! Live Review: The Gaslight Anthem - O2 Academy, Birmingham (UK)

The Gaslight Anthem have been championed by many as saviours of the guitar genre Their critically acclaimed sophomore effort "The 59 Sound" was a perfect introduction to the band's unique blend of punk and Americana music and with it, Brian Fallon and his cohorts were instantly propelled into the limelight. Riding the wave with "American Slang" which was a continuation that built upon the themes and stylings of "The 59 Sound" but remained dwarfed under the enormity of the prior effort.

"Handwritten", which was released earlier this year, was a step outside of their signature sound and leant more towards the musings of Pearl Jam and The Replacements, and it was from there that New Brunswick's finest went from hometown heroes to headline acts. Tonight's show at the O2 Academy in Birmingham could have easily have filled an arena. With tickets selling out within the first few days, the demand for The Gaslight Anthem was overwhelming. Lines stretched out of the venue and the audience was packed to such claustrophobic levels it was surprising that anybody could move.

The Gaslight Anthem Cover Foo Fighters' 'Everlong'

A video of Brian Fallon from The Gaslight Anthem performing an acoustic rendition of 'Everlong' by Foo Fighters can be seen by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem Release "Here Comes My Man" Music Video

The Gaslight Anthem have released their new music video for "Here Comes My Man", which can be viewed by clicking read more.

Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem) Covers Brand New's "Sowing Season"

Check out a recent acoustic performance from Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem, which includes Fallon covering Brand New's "Sowing Season", below.

The Gaslight Anthem Lollapalooza 2012 Full Set Stream

The Gaslight Anthem's set at Lollapalooza 2012 can be viewed in its entirety by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem New Album "Handwritten" #3 On Billboard 200

The Gaslight Anthem's new album "Handwritten" has debuted at number 3 this week on the Billboard 200, with 37,688 copies sold.

The Gaslight Anthem Perform "45" On Late Night With Jimmy Fallon

The Gaslight Anthem's recent performance of "45" on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, can be viewed by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem Release New Song "Teenage Rebellion"

The Gaslight Anthem released a new song titled "Teenage Rebellion", which was the iTunes bonus track from their latest album "Handwritten". The track can be streamed below.

The Gaslight Anthem Release "Handwritten" Music Video

The Gaslight Anthem's new music video for the title-track of their new album "Handwritten" can be viewed here.

The Gaslight Anthem Stream New Album "Handwritten"

The Gaslight Anthem's new album "Handwritten" can be streamed in its entirety here.

ATP! Album Review: The Gaslight Anthem - Handwritten

For several years now, The Gaslight Anthem have been touted as the next big rock band; the heirs apparent to Springsteen’s crown, destined to fill stadiums and headline festivals the world over. Sophomore album "The 59 Sound” was universally praised, it's predecessor “American Slang” received similar treatment from fans and critics alike, but it is their fourth effort, “Handwritten”, which will kick-start their ascent from young pretenders to genuine staples in the rock canon.

Frontman Brian Fallon announces the bands’ intentions as soon as the chorus of opening song ‘45’ kicks in as he sings “turn the record over/I’ll see you on the flipside”. Fallon spoke before the release of the record about saying goodbye to their old material and starting afresh, and “Handwritten” sees the band break loose of the shackles of the punk scene that birthed them and fully embrace their hard rock influences. ‘45’ may not be the biggest departure from their previous work, but as a statement of intent it acts as a life-affirming, exciting introduction to The Gaslight Anthem Mark II.

The Gaslight Anthem New Album "Handwritten" Clips

30-second song clips from The Gaslight Anthem's upcoming album "Handwritten" can be streamed here.

The Gaslight Anthem Perform "45" On Letterman

The Gaslight Anthem's recent performance of "45" on the Late Show with David Letterman, can be viewed by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem Announce UK Tour

The Gaslight Anthem have announced they will be heading to the United Kingdom later this year. Dates can be found below.

October
15th London, O2 Brixton Academy
18th Manchester, O2 Apollo
19th Glasgow, O2 Academy
20th Birmingham, O2 Academy

The Gaslight Anthem Release "45" Music Video

The Gaslight Anthem's new music video for "45", can be viewed by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem Perform "45" + "American Slang" Acoustic

Check out an acoustic performance from The Gaslight Anthem, performing "45" and "American Slang", by clicking read more.

The Gaslight Anthem To Release "45" Music Video Tomorrow

The Gaslight Anthem will release their new music video for "45" tomorrow.

The Gaslight Anthem New Song "You Got Lucky" Stream

A new song by The Gaslight Anthem titled "You Got Lucky", can be streamed by clicking read more.

Rise Against Announce Fall Tour w/ The Gaslight Anthem + Hot Water Music

Rise Against have announced they will be heading out tour this fall with The Gaslight Anthem and Hot Water Music. More dates are expected to be revealed shortly.

9/11 - Quebec City, QC at Agora Port de Quebec
9/12 - Montreal, QC at Bell Centre
9/13 - Ottawa, ON at CE Centre
9/16 - Milwaukee, WI at Eagles Ballroom
9/17 - Grand Rapids, MI at DeltaPlex
9/20 - Houston, TX at Bayou Music Center
9/21 - Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheatre *
9/24 - Denver, CO at The Fillmore Auditorium
9/25 - Denver, CO at Fillmore Auditorium
9/27 - Flagstaff, AZ at The Orpheum -The Florence Project benefit show **
9/28 - Tempe, AZ at Tempe Beach Park
9/29 - Anaheim, CA at Honda Center
10/1 - Las Vegas, NV at The Joint
10/2 - Reno, NV at Grand Sierra Resort Theatre
10/4 - Victoria, BC at Save on Foods Memorial Centre
10/6 - Calgary, AB at BMO
10/7 - Edmonton, AB at Edmonton Expo Centre

*Corpus Christi, TX (support: NOFX and Hot Water Music)
**Flag Staff, AZ (support: Authority Zero)

The Gaslight Anthem Full Set Stream (05/16/12 - Brooklyn, NY)

The Gaslight Anthem's performance last night at the Music Hall Of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY can be viewed in its entirety below.