Summer update

Mission control
Nocturnaland
Sunday, June 5 2011
21:43

Evolution. This is the word being spoken a lot between myself and Dae lately. As we continue plotting our release into the world this summer after more than a decade, as well as the next steps for Era now and in the future, it's about movement, progression, travel, evolution. After months behind the scenes with a scattering of vague updates and contact with the outside world, we are finally coming forth from self-imposed seclusion, with news and announcements. We realize and have been commenting for quite some time about how we need to get back to the public "face" of Era Nocturna, both here and across the internet. While we've kept a strong presence over the years, we have done so at varying levels of consistency. As mentioned in an earlier post, that is going to change. We are now ready to do so. Apologies for the lack of contact and information-sharing. Unfortunately every artist and group must, from time to time, "disappear" and then re-emerge, stronger, more focused, perhaps re-invented on some level. This is the case here. And while it has been quite some time since we have pushed our presence, the work we've been doing behind the scenes has been worth it.

Our first announcement here is also the biggest, not only for the present, but also within the band's entire history. It's not an understatement to say this is a milestone in the world of Era Nocturna. After 12 years of existence, we finally transform from a "project", disembodied, releasing albums and staying largely in the shadows, to flesh-and-blood warriors, stepping on the stage in a wash of blood and ephemera, prepared to converge as the Viking death squads closing in on Lindisfarne. Perhaps not...however, our commitment to making this show, and subsequent shows worth the wait of more than a decade is...extreme. It's something that's as (perhaps more) anticipated for us as for our fans, and those who have stood in the shadows waiting. We do not plan to disappoint. Info for the show is as follows:

Friday, July 8th
9:00 p.m.
Decadence/Club Gallery
150 Point St
Providence, RI
401-751-7166

Rather than go into detail, I will let the night speak for itself. The event itself, while marking our first show, is also important as it is a benefit for our dear friend Carlos, who finds himself dealing with some difficult health issues without the benefit of health insurance. We are very happy to be helping Carlos out by participating in this event. Come support a great guy, while participating in Era Nocturna history at the same time. Well worth it all around.

In other band news, we will be featured in upcoming issues of Carpe Nocturne magazine starting next issue. Carpe Nocturne, the self-described "voice of the New Dark Culture" will be running a series with us. Written by members of the band, it will chronicle our struggles, triumphs, and overall journey. Dae will be writing the first installment, which, from what I've seen, looks interesting. Stay tuned for updates on this.

We have finally decided to go through with our threat made in an earlier post of releasing video segments with the band. This will be a random assortment of things, from more formal interviews to rantings about the snow beasts of wintery Massachusetts. If nothing else, it will prove extremely entertaining! These will only be available on our exclusive youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/eranocturnaofficial

There is more news on the horizon, but as the mysterious goth vamps we are, we must be enigmatic about this for now. I will say that there will be more exciting news shortly. Be sure to check back.

For now, I will sign off from the control room. Hope to see you all at the shows! Stay evil...

~ Shaun