"An Iowa band, Censored, establishes a nationwide team of dedicated fans to help promote their upcoming US tour, CD release, and overall music career."

December 11th, 2008 - Censored has always been aware of how truly crucial their fans are to their dreams of becoming a successful band, but what they did not know was that their fans were wanting to do more than just buy their CD's and come to their shows. It was brought to attention by a committed Censored fan, Riley Hansen, that a street team would be an excellent idea to get the word out about the band and to build a community with their music.

"At first, we thought we would set up a simple web-page to allow fans to join the street team, and then add them to a mailing list. But, as the development process began, more and more ideas started popping up and we realized, 'This could be a REALLY big thing. We could actually do something with this.'," described lead vocalist, David Birchmier. "The term 'Censored Nation' was a reoccurring theme with us and our fans, so we decided to use it for the street team's branding," Birchmier explained. "Our goal is to build a community and leave a lasting impression on people with our music, and that is exactly what the Censored Nation means to us."

Within a couple of weeks of its inception, the street team was in full effect. A website (www.censorednation.com), MySpace (myspace.com/censorednationstreetteam), and mailing list including promotional packets were set up and being put to good use. Since the street team's launch in late September of 2008, it has expanded to consist of numerous street teams of locations around the Mid-west which have been signed up through the website alone, and the numbers are growing every day. There has also been hundreds members added through the individual street team MySpace pages.

The band has strategically set up a system in which the street team operates through. There is an individual street team for each location (city) and for each location there are 1-3 designated "leaders".  Every individual street team also owns their own MySpace page in which the leaders control. The leaders of the street teams also organize promotions for the band with their members. Each person interested in joining the street team can go to www.censorednation.com and sign up for the street team nearest them. If one does not exist for a location close to them, they can choose to become a leader and start their own street team.

Once someone has joined the Censored Nation, they receive updates on the band's every move, promotional packets for every show near their area, prizes, goodies, and points for each promotional task they complete that can be exchanged for free Censored merchandise. The most important quality of the street team is that everything affliated is run and controlled by the band itself; there are no third parties involved in the process.

"We wanted to make sure that we were making a direct connection with each and every one of our fans. Members join the street team to help us, and we feel that it is important to personally thank all of them," expressed guitarist, Jessie Ray Rush.

The band is also excited to test out the new street team's capabilities on their upcoming US tour with Vlad in Tears (a band from Italy) beginning in May of 2009. The team will also help promote the much anticipated release of Censored's new EP, which is expected to be released in March of 2009. 

"We have already seen such drastic results since the creation of this team and couldn't be more pleased," said Rush. "We have found that word of mouth is the best promotion, and with the help of our fans, you are guaranteed to hear about us. So stay tuned as the Censored Nation is coming your way!"

For more information on the Censored Nation Street Team or to join the team, please visit the website: www.censorednation.com, or the official MySpace: myspace.com/censorednationstreetteam.

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Contact

David Birchmier
641.777.8571
band@censoredrock.com
www.censoredrock.com

 The five-pieced melodic hard rock band, Censored, announces their release of the single "Things We Hate", which is to be the first single released from their much anticipated new demo.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Oct 26, 2008 – Censored recently announced that "Things We Hate" will be the first single off their much anticipated new demo. The band has been hard at work promoting, recording, and winning over every person they meet at a show. With their high energy stage show and anthemic rock and roll sound, they are quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with.

Censored is a five-piece band hailing out of Ottumwa, Iowa. They are currently writing and recording songs for their new demo which is schedule for a spring 2009 release. Their newest single, "Things We Hate," is an emotionally charged rock ballad that tells the tale of redundant life-lessons that you just can't escape. David Birchmier, lead vocalist and song writer for Censored, had this to say about the new single:

"For me, the song is about reliving the same situation with the same people over and over again. All the while knowing it's bad for you, knowing it's wrong, but still being completely hopeless to escape. Being pushed to the edge can sometimes be the greatest motivation a person can get."

Censored has opened for national acts such as The Ataris, Flaw, and Hydrovibe. They have become known for their extensive merchandise line and have established themselves as not only renowned musicians, but also as a band that loves to have a good time. Censored's live show and the buzz after every show is truly a spectacle everyone should witness.

Censored's new single "Things We Hate" is now for sale on their website located at: www.censoredrock.com/store

If you'd like more information about this topic or to schedule an interview with Censored, please contact Jarrod Holley at: jarrod@invasionagency.com

Aaron Lane
641.455.6845
band@censoredrock.com
www.censoredrock.com

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Censored's writing builds upon groups like Hinder and Three Days Grace, while defining our groove in a fashion comparable to Finger Eleven and 10 Years. Our strong writing and live show has allowed us to participate in BodogMUSIC, Verus Festival, and Mid-American Music Festival, just to name a few.

2007-12-22 

Local Ottumwa band “Censored,” was selected to compete in a national competition called the BodogMUSIC Battle of the Bands. Since their selection back in September of 2007, they have advanced through the first two rounds of the competition, and are seeking online votes to move to the next round, when the cameras will really start rolling!

The BodogMUSIC Battle of the Bands is a reality TV show that will air on FUSE. The competition features some of the most talented bands from across the nation. The winner of the show is awarded a one million dollar recording contract and a chance to sign with BodogMUSIC. Censored entered the event by submitting their video online, and has since beat out over 4,500 bands, and is the only band from Iowa remaining in the competition.

“Censored is a mainstream hard rock band based out of Ottumwa, IA. We’re seeking all the support we can get!” said Matt Cowles, who plays drums for the band. The band is urging Iowa to support their music scene, and help send them onto the next round.  “We’re competing against bands from a much larger city, [Omaha, NE] but we’re still fighting hard, and have a real shot at this!” encourages David Birchmier, lead vocalist for the band. “Let’s show these larger cities exactly what Iowa is about” adds Jessie Rush, lead guitarist.

Since entering the competition “Censored” has played two shows in Omaha, NE at The Roxbury. In order for them to advance to the next round, and play in Minneapolis, Minnesota, they need people to vote online. They are urging everyone to go to www.censoredrock.com where they can vote and get all the details. Ryan Buck, the band’s bassist had this to say, “This is our shot at a one million dollar record deal, television time, and most importantly, to put Southeast Iowa on the map. Please check the band out, and if you like what we’re about, vote and ask your friends and family to do the same.”

David Birchmier can be reached at (641) 777-8571 or via e-mail at david@censoredrock.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:
David Birchmier
Censored
641-777-8571
david@censoredrock.com
www.censoredrock.com

NATIONALLY TELEVISED MUSIC COMPETITION SELECTS CENSORED,
THE ALTERNATIVE ROCK BAND FROM OTTUMWA.

Ottumwa, IA, 10/30/2007 - Censored, one of the Midwest’s fastest growing acts, was recently selected to compete in the bodog BATTLE competition. One band will win a one million dollar recording contract with bodog MUSIC. A combination of celebrity judges and fan votes will push bands from regional venues through a nationally televised competition to win the crown.

Censored’s first stop in the competition will take place November fourth at the Roxbury in Omaha, Nebraska. Censored will be one of fifteen featured acts. The top three will advance. Local fans can support Censored by voting each day prior to and throughout the competition. Voting instructions are available at the band’s website: www.CensoredRock.com.

David Birchmier, lead singer for Censored, encouraged fans to see the show at the Roxbury. “The bodog BATTLE showcases America’s premier unsigned talent. Censored is honored to be among those chosen to compete. Help Censored secure our spot in the next round by voting and seeing the show in Omaha.” The show is November fourth and starts at seven. Tickets are available at bodogbattle.com.

About Censored – Censored is an alternative rock group based out of Ottumwa, Iowa. Band members include: David Birchmier, Jessie Rush, Matt Cowles, and Ryan Buck. Censored has played with many national acts such as: The Ataris, Flaw, Hydrovibe, Machina, and Eyes Set to Kill.

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To schedule an interview, please call David Birchmier at 641-777-8571 or email david@censoredrock.com.

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