tag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:/blogs/news?p=3News2021-09-28T11:35:17-05:00fatalkaliberfalsetag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/67598202021-09-28T11:35:17-05:002023-10-16T09:45:59-05:00Northstar Bar show cancellation<p>September 28, 2021 - Unfortunately we had to cancel our October 2 gig due to unforeseen circumstances. We were really looking forward to this gig, but we'll just set up another date when the time is right.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/67597942021-09-28T10:50:59-05:002021-09-28T10:50:59-05:00Great to play a show finally!<p>September 27, 2021 - We played the private festival that we love, and it was great to see our friends. So much fun to get back on stage again to play a lot of new music, and we got great feedback!</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/66575242021-06-12T10:46:10-05:002021-06-12T10:46:10-05:00Back To Normal... Sort Of<p>June 12, 2021 - With the pandemic subsiding, we are still working on new music and preparing for when we finally start gigging again. Unfortunately, we had to turn down a handful of shows early in 2021 due to scheduling conflicts. An unfortunate injury put one of our guitarists out of commission recently, which might delay our recording plans this summer, or not. We'll have to wait and see. Anyway, our next show will feature a lot of new music and we're excited to get back on the scene.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/63659032020-06-25T09:38:08-05:002022-05-29T06:08:03-05:00Hard At Work<p>June 25, 2020 - After taking an extended break as a result of the pandemic, we recently began jamming together again. New ideas are flowing and new songs are being written. Although we have some shows booked for the summer, we want to stay in pre-production mode and enter a studio at some point this year.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/58207032019-07-10T22:55:36-05:002019-07-10T22:55:36-05:00New Bass Player<p>July 10, 2019 - We have a new bass player. His name is Pico and he replaced Andrew, who moved to Tennessee recently. Pico will add a new dynamic to the band and we're looking forward to our first show with him. Hopefully we'll have a bio for Pico and you can learn more about him.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/54746572018-10-17T21:03:45-05:002018-10-17T21:03:45-05:00Rare Glimpse<p>October 17, 2018 - Here's <a contents="a rare glimpse" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrrC3A-rmqw&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">a rare glimpse</a> of us covering a song by The Cult, which was captured during our 10-year anniversary party.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/54184952018-09-06T22:28:39-05:002018-09-06T22:28:39-05:0010 Year Anniversary<p>September 6, 2018 - This month ten years ago, Fatal Kaliber was founded in a dark and dirty basement in North Minneapolis. We got a helluva fun show planned in October to celebrate our anniversary at our favorite bar.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/53589592018-07-23T18:48:06-05:002022-04-20T00:37:37-05:00New Drummer<p>July 1, 2018 - We have a new drummer. Jim 'Bam Bam' Benson recently replaced departed drummer Jason Stevens. Bam Bam has been working to learn our originals as well as the covers we like to play. He has been playing for 30 years and we're happy to have him aboard. </p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/50872472018-02-19T08:54:17-06:002018-02-19T08:54:17-06:00Preview New Music<p>February 19, 2018 - Some footage of us playing a new tune appeared on Facebook after our latest show. It's a work in progress but we felt good about playing it in public, so <a contents="here it is" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDb_b2kQARY" target="_blank">here it is</a>.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/50157772018-01-09T21:29:32-06:002018-01-09T21:29:32-06:00Vacation Time<p>January 8, 2017 - We managed to take an extended vacation after the holidays. It's been nearly a month since we've all been in the same room together. We'll have some more new songs to work on when we start jamming again, plus we'll need to rehearse for a couple upcoming gigs in February.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/49236262017-11-07T20:38:51-06:002017-11-07T20:38:51-06:00Writing Mode<p>November 5, 2017 - We're in the process of writing new songs and recording demos for our next studio project. The current plan is to enter a recording studio in February or March. Don't be surprised if we squeeze in a show or two this winter though.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/48192312017-08-19T01:21:44-05:002017-08-19T01:21:44-05:00Feature Presentation<p>August 19, 2017 - We'll be featured on a show titled "Are Your Horns Up?" which is a rock and metal show that is produced in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Filming will take place in September/October and it will be a chance to see us perform new music live.</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/47669392017-07-04T15:02:17-05:002017-07-04T15:02:17-05:00We Found A New Member<p>June 30, 2017 - We selected Steve 'Six String Stretch' Prodger as our new rhythm/lead guitarist. 'Stretch' is not completely new to us or the Minneapolis music scene... in fact, his former band was on the bill for our very first gig in February 2009. We're glad to have him on board because he's a great player!</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/47559902017-06-24T05:29:40-05:002017-06-25T21:21:05-05:00Auditions Ongoing<p>June 24, 2017 - We're getting closer to finding a new rhythm/lead guitarist to fill Duane's spot. <a contents="Some footage of Duane's final gig" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SO6pbfQmiNE" target="_blank">Some footage of Duane's final gig</a> recently became available. </p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/47233902017-05-26T11:20:25-05:002017-05-26T11:20:25-05:00Stepping Down<p>May 24, 2017 - After five years rhythm/lead guitarist Duane has decided to leave the band. Footage of Duane's final show will be released in the near future (it took place May 13 at the Opinion Brewery in Newport, MN). Meanwhile, we plan to find a replacement in the near future..</p>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/45711642017-01-31T17:31:44-06:002017-01-31T17:32:55-06:00Upcoming EventsJanuary 31, 2017 - We have a couple gigs coming up that are in the works. First is a return to Mayslack's Bar in April. Then we're hosting a festival in May. We'll post details on our Shows page as they become available.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/45276682016-12-27T21:36:28-06:002016-12-27T21:36:28-06:00Coming Off A BreakDecember 27, 2016 - After taking a long well-deserved break for the holiday season, we're finally getting back in the same room to make some noise together. We need to get back to business with a show coming up on January 14... we're starting 2017 with another awesome lineup.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/44567842016-11-07T21:36:17-06:002016-11-07T21:36:17-06:00Preproduction Begins AgainNovember 7, 2016 - It's been a busy 2016 for us, but we've recently begun working on the songs that will be on our next EP. We'll be spending the next several weeks recording demos and fine-tuning everything before we head back into The Terrarium recording studio in Minneapolis.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/43117112016-08-05T13:06:50-05:002016-08-05T13:06:50-05:00FK Chosen Band Of The MonthAugust 4, 2016 - St. Cloud radio station Rockin' 101.7 FM wrapped up its monthly poll and we were voted Band Of The Month. Our music will be featured each week in August on <a contents="Rockin' 101's MN Homegrown " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.rockin101.com/mnhomegrown/mnhomegrown.htm" target="_blank">Rockin' 101's MN Homegrown </a>show.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/42980682016-07-27T20:51:59-05:002016-07-27T20:53:08-05:00ROCK FEST 2016 behind the scenesJuly 27, 2016 - Here's a <a contents="short behind-the-scenes video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZNwF6S_iEw" target="_blank">short behind-the-scenes video</a> of the band's shenanigans before and during Rock Fest 2016 in Cadott, WI.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/42857512016-07-19T16:41:09-05:002016-07-19T16:41:09-05:00T-Shirts $14... WHAT??!!July 19, 2016 - That's right! From July 20-22 our t-shirts are on sale for only $14 each. <a contents="Click here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/fkarmory" target="_blank">Click here</a> to check out the sale.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/42787862016-07-14T13:21:03-05:002016-07-14T13:21:03-05:00See You At ROCK FESTJuly 14, 2016 - We're headed to Cadott, WI for <a contents="a three-day festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://rock-fest.com/2016-lineup" target="_blank">a three-day festival</a> featuring some awesome hard rock and metal bands. We play Friday at 12:45 pm on the What's Next Stage and then we're gonna party with everyone... be sure to stop by our merch booth and pick up our latest EP titled "Grab A Vice" for only five bucks. If you buy a t-shirt you get an EP for FREE... Helluva deal don'tcha think?!fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/42506762016-06-26T21:25:41-05:002016-06-26T21:27:43-05:00Go Behind The Scenes As We Mix Our New EPJune 26, 2016 - <a contents="Here's a clip" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIHsUMhYg6M" target="_blank">Here's a clip</a> where you can catch a glimpse of our new EP titled "Grab A Vice" - includes interviews with band members.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/42028112016-05-29T20:58:38-05:002016-05-29T20:58:38-05:00Rockin' 101 InterviewMay 30, 2016 - Tune in to <a contents="Rockin' 101.7 FM" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.rockin101.com/" target="_blank">Rockin' 101.7 FM</a> in St. Cloud, MN on June 19 at 9 pm central time. We'll debut two new tracks off our new EP titled "Grab A Vice" and provide some updates on other things we have coming up this year.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/41704792016-05-07T20:24:51-05:002022-05-29T05:40:33-05:00New Single Coming To KSCR 93.5 FMMay 7, 2016 - Our new single "Shine" will be added to the new music rotation at <a contents="KSCR 93.5 FM&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.935kscr.com/" target="_blank">KSCR 93.5 FM</a> which plays a wide variety of music. The station requested an interview as well, which we'll do in the near future. KSCR is a 50,000-watt station that broadcasts in the west central part of Minnesota. Its website has an on-demand player which you might want to check out.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/41535302016-04-25T19:47:38-05:002016-04-25T19:47:38-05:00New Music Sounds KillerApril 25, 2016 - We finished up mixing the new songs that will be on our next EP, due out this summer. The new tunes are sounding awesome and we're looking forward to debuting a couple tracks in the near future.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/41182382016-04-03T01:19:55-05:002016-04-03T01:19:55-05:00Rock Fest 2016April 2, 2016 - The rumors are true... we'll be playing in Cadott, Wisconsin on Friday July 15 as part of Rock Fest 2016. <a contents="Here is a preview" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWGsN93_T5U" target="_blank">Here is a sneak preview</a>.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/40810942016-03-09T19:58:22-06:002016-03-09T19:58:22-06:00Back To The StudioMarch 9, 2016 - We are headed back to The Terrarium recording studio in April to finish up the six songs that will be on our next EP, which is temporarily titled "Queen Of Sindependence" and should be available this summer.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/40452952016-02-16T19:09:16-06:002016-02-16T19:09:16-06:00Returning To Mayslack'sFebruary 16, 2016 - We'll be joining The Uncool and our friends <a contents="The Mill City Devils" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://millcitydevils.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank">The Mill City Devils</a> at Mayslack's Bar in northeast Minneapolis on Friday March 4. We were supposed to appear with the Devils at a recent cancer benefit but had to cancel. Fortunately, they needed a third band and we happened to be available. We're looking forward to another fun night at Mayslack's.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/40383852016-02-12T11:19:23-06:002016-02-12T11:19:23-06:00Canceled GigFebruary 11, 2016 - We just learned about a very unfortunate emergency situation involving one of our band members that forced us to cancel our appearance at Park Place Bar this Saturday February 13. Our apologies to the organizers of the Team Tina event for this last-minute cancellation. A couple of us will be in attendance at the event to show support.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/40166202016-01-30T16:05:04-06:002016-01-30T16:49:02-06:00Gig For A Great CauseJanuary 29, 2016 - We are booked to play the <a contents="Team Tina Cancer Benefit " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.parkplacesportsbar.com/events/team-tina-cancer-benefit-2/" target="_blank">Team Tina Cancer Benefit </a>to be held on Saturday February 13, 2016 at the Park Place Bar in St. Paul, MN. We're proud to be asked to support this cause and look forward to playing.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/39600412015-12-10T23:35:50-06:002015-12-10T23:36:55-06:00New Music On 93XDecember 11, 2015 - Tune in to <a contents="93X (KXXR FM The Rock in Minneapolis)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.93x.com/" target="_blank">93X (KXXR FM The Rock in Minneapolis)</a> this Sunday December 13 at 9 pm central time to hear a new track from our Bashed On The Rocks EP.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/39525412015-12-06T16:12:54-06:002015-12-06T16:12:54-06:00The EP Is ReleasedDecember 4, 2015 - Bashed On The Rocks is officially released. Purchase a copy from our store and we'll mail it to you, or you can download individual tracks from our <a contents="Music" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">Music</a> page.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/39037732015-10-21T18:01:22-05:002015-10-30T13:24:39-05:00Hear Us On 93XOctober 30, 2015 - Hear new music on Sunday November 1 at 9:00 pm central time at <a contents="The Rock 93.7 KXXR FM in Minneapolis, MN" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.93x.com/">The Rock 93.7 KXXR FM in Minneapolis, MN</a>fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/38979832015-10-14T21:03:05-05:002015-10-14T21:04:30-05:00Rockin' 101 FM InterviewOctober 14, 2015 - Tune in to <a contents="Rockin' 101 FM" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.rockin101.com" target="_blank">Rockin' 101 FM</a> on October 18 at 9:00 pm central time to hear our brand new music. It's been over six years since our last appearance so we have plenty of catching up to do with disc jockey Tim Ryan.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/38715002015-09-27T23:16:11-05:002015-09-27T23:16:11-05:00Wrapping Up StudioSeptember 28, 2015 - Slinger and Pete will be in The Terrarium today to finish up lead guitars and vocals. Hopefully the mixing will be done as well.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/38685562015-09-25T11:36:12-05:002015-09-25T11:38:16-05:00Listen for Us on 93XSeptember 25, 2015 - You can hear us on 93X the Rock (KXXR 93.7 FM) on September 27 at 9 PM if you're around the Twin Cities, or <a contents="listen online" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.93x.com/">listen online</a>.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/38626892015-09-20T15:55:42-05:002015-09-20T15:55:42-05:00In the StudioSeptember 19, 2015 - We finished up three full days at The Terrarium in Minneapolis. The new songs are sounding AWESOME!!fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/38338662015-08-26T20:48:21-05:002015-09-25T11:31:18-05:00Listen for Us on 93X September 25, 2015 - You can hear us on 93X (The Rock) KXXR FM 93.7 in Minneapolis. Tune in Sunday September 27 at 9 pm if you are around the Twin Cities, or <a contents="listen online at 93X" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.93x.com/">listen online at 93X</a>.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/37807752015-07-16T18:00:04-05:002015-07-16T18:00:04-05:00New Music Coming SoonJuly 16, 2015 - We'll be at The Terrarium in mid-September to record new music, which will be available in October. Stay tuned for studio updates!fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/35412642015-02-18T21:41:20-06:002015-02-18T21:41:20-06:00We Found Our Bass PlayerFebruary 12, 2015 - After a few weeks of searching, we found a new bass player who is very experienced and can take us to a new level. His name is Andrew Dubman and he was in a band with our singer once before. During our first jam session his skills, creativity and ideas brought a certain level of excitement to the rest of the band. Our plan is to continue pre-production for our second CD and squeeze in a couple shows this spring. fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/34901392015-01-27T18:11:34-06:002015-02-18T21:41:48-06:00Searching for A Bass PlayerJanuary 27, 2015 - Our bass player decided to step down after four years. We're seeking a replacement so we put recording plans on hold, at least temporarily. We're confident we'll find a great player and it's just a matter of time as we go through the process of holding auditions.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/33421582014-11-29T18:28:37-06:002014-11-29T18:28:37-06:00Still Writing New SongsDecember 1, 2014 - We finished our fall gig schedule and for the next few months we'll be focused on music for our second CD to be released in 2015. The new CD will have a raw edgy feel to it as we hope to capture a sound that's very close to how we sound in a live setting.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/32188092014-10-05T19:41:19-05:002014-10-05T19:41:19-05:00Studio TimeOctober 5, 2014 - We are still writing songs for our second full-length CD. We only scheduled two gigs for this fall and then we're planning to enter a studio in February or March of 2015.fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/18120692012-06-30T00:00:00-05:002017-02-02T10:30:39-06:00On sale NOW!!July 1, 2012 - Our CD is available for download at <a href="https://www.reverbnation.com/fatalkaliber" target="_new">ReverbNation</a> and hard copy CDs with liner notes are available for <a href="./music.cfm">purchase here</a>. If you live in the Twin Cities, you can buy it at <a target="_new" href="http://www.capitolguitars.com/">Capitol Guitars</a> in downtown St. Paul. Get your copy today!!<br type="_moz">fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/18120702012-06-01T00:00:00-05:002012-06-01T00:00:00-05:00New Sacrifice VideoJune 1, 2012 - Robbed Entertainment is putting together a great new video for our song titled "Sacrifice". The video will feature a lot of new footage that was kept private over the past three years... most members of the band haven't even seen some of this footage. The video will be available soon. <br type="_moz">fatalkalibertag:www.fatalkaliber.com,2005:Post/18120712012-04-20T00:00:00-05:002017-02-02T10:30:39-06:00ReverbNationApril 20, 2012 - Now you can check us out on <a target="_new" href="https://www.reverbnation.com/fatalkaliber">ReverbNation</a>. We purposely waited until we had professional recordings available before we put ourselves on that site. We have three songs from our new CD available for sale there too.<br type="_moz">fatalkaliber