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Sunday Girl Video
Vince Clarke has made his own video for the current Erasure single "Sunday Girl". Click here to watch it.
Larry Tee Feat. Andy Bell "Matthew"
The brand new Larry Tee track featuring Andy Bell on vocals, "Matthew" is finally released this week but only as a digital download. You can buy all 5 mixes for just $4,99 (or buy them separately) at Larry Tee MySpace site. Mixes available:
1. Matthew (Mondo Grosso Mix)
2. Matthew (Dave Aude Mix)
3. Matthew (Jori Hulkkonen Mix)
4. Matthew (Junior Vasquez Mix)
5. Matthew (Radio Edit)
Britney Spears Will Not Perform On "True Colors"
Britney Spears will not perform with Cyndi Lauper this weekend. The singer, who was due to appear at Los Angeles' Greek Theater on Saturday (30.06.07), failed to accept the offer to join the "True Colors" tour. A representative for the tour said: "She was invited to appear on the first date in Las Vegas but we never heard from her."
Britney reportedly decided not to appear because her recent comeback performances have been dogged by lip-synching rumours and she was said to be terrified of singing live. A source told the New York Post newspaper: "Britney said she would only dance or lip-sync - and to be on stage with Cyndi, you have to actually perform. It's not happening now."
Earlier this week, Britney's choreographer Misha Gabriel revealed the 25-year-old was planning to join Lauper, Debbie Harry, Erasure, The Dresden Dolls and The Misshapes on stage this weekend. Rosie O'Donnell, who is set to present the show, admitted she was excited about meeting Britney backstage before the performance. Rosie told in a video message on her blog: "Brit, honey, you and me - we're gonna share, like, a backstage moment, 'cause I love you, kid!"
Another Erasure Article
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Erasure Article In Instinct
America's #1 gay mens magazine Instinct has published an article about Erasure in which Andy again talks about possible release of Erasure's b-sides album. You may find the article in Instinct's July issue or click on images below.

"True Colors" Show - Live Broadcast On Sirius OutQ
New York radio station Sirius OutQ will be broadcasting the New York "True Colors" show this Saturday evening.
Also reported from OutQ is that Andy Bell recorded a dj set and that will be broadcasted Saturday night following the broadcast of the "True Colors" show.
Energy 92.7FM Competition (EIS News)
San Francisco radio station Energy 92.7FM are running an Erasure themed competition. Listen to the station this week through Thursday for Energy 92.7 to play an Erasure song. When you hear one, be caller 7 and you'll win your way into the Erasure E-Room, a private performance with Erasure. |
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Added "Sunday Girl" Single Page
The page about current Erasure single "Sunday Girl" has been added to Discography.
Added New Pics
Added details of: "I Could Fall In Love With You" uk limited cd, "Light At The End Of The World" uk limited cd, Andy Bell's single "I'll Never Fall In Love Again" uk promo cd (thanks to Maxim Pirozhkov), "Who Needs Love Like That" 1985 canadian vinyl, "The Erasure Show" live in Manchester cdrs (thanks to Maxim Pirozhkov). |
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Britney Spears Joining "True Colors" Tour
Britney Spears is set to surprise fans with a one-off appearance on Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors" tour when it arrives in Los Angeles on Saturday (30 June). The singer will perform one song at the Greek Theatre gig, which will also feature Lauper, Erasure, Debbie Harry, The Dresden Dolls and The Misshapes with Jeffree Star. Spears will take the stage with two female backing dancers, her choreographer Misha Gabriel tells website People.com.
Logo TV "True Colors" Behind The Scenes
You may now watch "Shining Through: Behind The Scenes At True Colors" programme, featuring an interview with Erasure at Youtube site. Click on the links below:
Shining Through: Behind The Scenes At True Colors Part I
Shining Through: Behind The Scenes At True Colors Part II
Shining Through: Behind The Scenes At True Colors Part III
Virgin Megastore Signing Session Photos
See two beautiful photos from the recent signing session at Virgin Megastore in New York (click on image to enlarge):
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"True Colors" Show In Toronto (19 June)
Here are some photos from "True Colors" show in Toronto by Tanja-Tiziana Burdi:
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Read reviews of the show here and here.
"True Colors" Video
Here is the link to Youtube video with all artists including Andy Bell performing "True Colors" at the end of the show:
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"Light At The End Of The World" Sellings In Moscow
For the second week "Light At The End Of The World" is the no. 1 album is sellings chart of one of Moscow's famous record stores "Purpurniy Legion". See rating below (click on image to enlarge):

Offer Nissim Feat. Amir Fay Guttman - Always
Jewesh/american DJ and remixer Offer Nissim, who is resident of the Roxy club in New York and also known for his remixes of Madonna's "Jump" and "Isaac" and Christina Aguilera’s "Hurt" and "Candyman", recorded a cover version of Erasure hit "Always". Have a listen Offer Nissim Feat. Fay Guttman "Always" at his MySpace site. |
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"True Colors" Show In New York (18 June)
Here are some photos from "True Colors" show in New York:
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Read reviews of the show here and here (The New York Times).
"True Colors" Show In Washington (17 June)
Here are some photos from "True Colors" show in Washington:
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Reviews of the show:
http://noueux.livejournal.com/199416.html
http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/2007-06-17-true-colors_N.htm
Fun fact of the show - during Erasure performance of "A Little Respect", crazy fan from the crowd run on stage to get to Andy and was dragged, kicking and screaming, off the stage by security.
Click here to download a video (approx. 60 Mb) (thanks to LyraHI).
Logo TV "True Colors" Page
Logo TV have a special page dedicated the "True Colors" tour, where you may watch a special videos in which Erasure discuss their involvement with the tour and the history of gay performers, Cyndi Lauper explains why she organized the True Colors tour, Amanda Palmer and Andy Bell find the perfect fit with Levi's jeans and others.
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Logo TV "True Colors" Behind The Scenes Special (EIS News)
On Thursday 21st June at 8.00pm, the US network Logo TV will air the premier of "Shining Through: Behind the Scenes at True Colors". This programme features behind the scenes footage of the tour - including rehearsals and show day.
Additional air dates include:
21 June 8:00pm
23 June 4:00pm
24 June 11:30am
24 June 11:30pm
26 June 12:30am
28 June 11:00am
30 June 1:30am
Margaret Cho "True Colors" Photos
Margaret Cho, who is the host of "True Colors" shows put photos from the recent concerts up to her blog. Here are some of them:
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"True Colors" Show In Boston (16 June)
Here are the very few photos from "True Colors" show in Boston 16th June. Thanks to MWR.
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Click here and here to read a review of the Boston show.
"True Colors" Show In Atlantic City (15 June)
Here are the photos from "True Colors" show in Atlantic City 15th June. Thanks to Magenta Sequins.
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"True Colors" Columbus Video (13th June)
Click here to watch a slideshow video from "True Colors" show in Columbus 13th June.
"Light At The End Of The World" Album Review
RainbowNetwork.com has published a long review of the new Erasure album. Click here to read it.
New Interviews
One more new interview with Vince can be read here. Brand new Erasure interview for Billboard can be found here.
Virgin Megastore Signing Session
Some photos of Andy and Vince from the recent signing session at Virgin Megastore in New York can be found on Brooklyn Sue's Erasure gig web site: http://www.erasuregig.com/2007.html.
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Greg EIS - "New Jersey Date":
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'Light At The End Of The World' Tour - Additional Date
An additional date has been added to Erasure's 'Light At The End Of The World' Tour:
4th August - Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, New Jersey.
Tickets are available via the boxoffice (732 842 9000) or online.
venue: http://www.countbasietheatre.org/
online tickets: http://sabo3.seatadvisor.com/sabo...
address: Count Basie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St. Red Bank, NJ 07701
'When A Lover Leaves You' Remix Competition
A few people have asked if one can create and use your own samples & sounds for use in the remix competition. Yes that's fine - do whatever you like! However you can not use any material that is copyrighted or owned by anyone else.
There are some useful bits of technical / software advice from fellow Erasure fans within the 'Garage Band' thread on the forum: (skip the earlier moaning posts though)
forum: http://www.erasureforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=11212
Regards
Greg
Erasure Information Service
"Light At The End Of The World" Tour - Another Additional Date
Another additional date has been added to Erasure's "Light At The End Of The World" Tour:
17th July - Teatro Metropolitan, Mexico City, Mexico.
online tickets: http://www.ticketmaster.com.mx/artist/735018
address: Independencia #90 Col. Centro 6050 Mexico City, DF, Mexico
"True Colors" Album - Out This Week
"True Colors" album, which includes songs from artists who are performing on the "True Colors" tour and features Erasure Feat. Cyndi Lauper track "Early Bird (DJ Manolo's True Colors Mix)" out this week in USA.

Tracklist:
1. Cyndi Lauper - True Colors (Morel’s Pink Noise Mix)
2. The Dresden Dolls - Shores Of California
3. The Cliks - Oh Yeah
4. Indigo Girls - Rock & Roll Heaven’s Gate
5. Rufus Wainwright - Gay Messiah
6. Debbie Harry - What Is Love
7. Erasure Feat. Cyndi Lauper - Early Bird (DJ Manolo's True Colors Mix)
8. Jeffree Star - Plastic Surgery Slumber Party
9. The Gossip - (Take Back) The Revolution
10. Cazwell - Watch My Mouth
You may now listen full versions of all the tracks in mp3 format here.
Andy Bell On "True Colors" Tour
Listen how Andy Bell talks to OutQ about Erasure's involvement in the tour. Click here and scroll down a bit to the audio clips.
"True Colors" Tour Diary By Amanda Palmer
Amanda Palmer of the Dresden Dolls have her own tour diary on Sirius OutQ website. Click here to read it. Here is a little quote:
"Nobody really knows, but my biggest idol of all on this tour is Vince Clark (from Erasure). Not so much for his work with Depeche Mode or Erasure but for his part in the band Yaz."
"True Colors" Rosie Video
Rosie O'Donnell, who is special guest on some "True Colors" shows have made a slideshow video of her Chicago photos and posted it on her blog. Click here to watch it.
"True Colors" Salt Lake City Photos
Here is another bunch of photos from "True Colors" show in Salt Lake City 9th June. Thanks to Megan Risbon.
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Billboard Magazine - Erasure Special
As reported by EIS member flatmyer, current edition of Billboard magazine (which has an issue date of "June 23") features 10 full pages dedicated to Erasure: full page color photos, three stories including an interview. Plus congratulatory dedications by labels, biz associates etc. and two full page special dedications to the fans.
"Sunday Girl" Video?
As reported by another EIS member, MikeyC, there is a chance for "Sunday Girl" video to be made. Here is what he posted on EIS Forum:
"Today at the signing in VIRGIN in NYC, I asked V & A if there will be a video for "Sunday Girl"! They kinda looked at each other and Vince said "well that's a good question" and then I offered, "perhaps it'll be out for the American release?" and then Vince said "well we're working on something right now actually..."
Lenta.Ru Article About Erasure
One of the leading Russian news portals, Lenta.ru has published an article about Erasure which features small interview with Vince Clarke. You may read it here (in Russian).
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Greg EIS - "When A Lover Leaves You":
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When A Lover Leaves You - Remix Competition
How would you like to remix an Erasure song and have it officially released?
Well this competition may just interest you...
Erasure in conjunction with Apple have teamed together to bring you this exclusive competition.

Using the Apple software GarageBand (part of Apple's iLife software suite for the Mac), you can download instrument & vocal loops for the Erasure song "When A Lover Leaves You" (taken from their new album 'Light At The End Of The World') and use this to create your own remix.
The winning remix (chosen by the band) will be available as part of Erasure's third single release later this year.
The instrument and vocal loops can be downloaded from the Apple website as a GarageBand project file here:
www: http://movies.apple.com/movies/... (approx 164Mb)
This competition closes on 27th July 2007. After this date the band will be given all the submitted mixes and will choose a winner.
For further information on this competition, please visit:
www: http://www.erasureinfo.com/garageband/
(For a sneaky listen to one of the audio loops, go to http://www.erasureinfo.com and ensure your speakers are switched on)
"Sunday Girl" - UK Chart Position
The single "Sunday Girl" reached number 33 in the UK singles chart.
Billboard Magazine - Erasure Special
The American magazine Billboard (which is targeted towards music professionals within the music industry) features a special Erasure feature in their current edition (which has an issue date of "June 23") and is out now.
If you can't find a copy in your local store, individual issues of the magazine can be purchased direct from Billboard at:
www: https://www.orderbillboard.com/BackIssueList.aspx?PNO=BLI
(You will need to order the edition with the "June 23" issue date)
The Independent - "My Home - Erasure's Andy Bell"
Andy Bell is interviewed by Tessa Williams-Akoto in The Independent, discussing his home in Highgate, North London.
www: http://classified.independent.co.uk/property/article2615409.ece
Future Music - Vince Clarke Interview
There is a two page interview with Vince Clarke (which is part of a 'Mute Audio Documents' feature) in the current edition (issue date "July 2007") of the magazine Future Music.
There are also interviews with Daniel Miller and I Start Counting / Komputer.
http://www.myfavouritemagazines.co.uk/store/displaystore.asp?sid=435
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Andy Bell To DJ Perez Hilton's Atlantic City Afterparty
Andy Bell of Erasure will be DJing and Cyndi Lauper will be making an appearance on the "True Colors" afterparty at Mixx in Atlantic City on Friday, 15th June. The party hosted by famous blogger Perez Hilton.

More info: http://perezhilton.com/topics/personally_perez...
Billboard Magazine - Erasure Special (EIS News)
The American magazine Billboard (which is targeted towards music professionals within the music industry) will feature an Erasure special in their next edition.
The Erasure special has an issue date of "June 23" and will be on the news stands a week prior to this - on Saturday June 16.
Individual issues of the magazine can be purchased direct from Billboard at orderbillboard.com. (You will need to order the edition with the "June 23" issue date.)
"True Colors" - More Video Clips
You may see another batch of video clips from the recent "True Colors" shows:
Erasure in Chicago (9 videos)
Erasure: "Sunday Girl" (Denver)
Erasure: "I Could Fall In Love With You" (Denver)
Erasure: "Sucker For Love" (Denver)
Erasure: "Love To Hate You" (Denver)
Erasure: "Oh L'Amour" (Denver)
Andy Bell and other artists: "Take A Chance On Me"
Cyndi Lauper and other artists: "True Colors"
"True Colors" Show In Chicago (12 June)
Chicago setlist:
1. Sunday Girl
2. Blue Savannah
3. Drama!
4. I Could Fall In Love With You
5. Chains Of Love
6. Love To Hate You
7. Sucker For Love
8. A Little Respect
9. Sometimes
10. Oh L'Amour
At the end of the show:
All artists (except Debbie Harry and Vince Clarke): "Take A Chance On Me" and "True Colors".
Here are some photos (thanks to Mark Towns):
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Some reviews of the Chicago show can be read here and here.
"True Colors" Tour Reviews / Articles
Click on the links below to read several more articles and interviews dedicated "True Colors" tour:
"True Colors" is dazzling
Cyndi Lauper's True Colors tour offers hits, misses
Erasure rediscovers past (features an interview with Andy Bell)
Cyndi Lauper, Erasure, Debbie Harry bring pride to gay-themed show
Vince Clarke Video Blog / Erasure Interview
In a new interview with Erasure (very intersting one, by the way!) Vince Clarke revealed that he have his own video blog hosted on Youtube. The blog features some of Vince's directors works as well as some usual home made videos.
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"True Colors" Show In Denver (10 June)
Here are some photos from "True Colors" show in Denver (thanks to the_diet_starts_monday, you may see more photos here):
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Professional review of the show can be read here.
"True Colors" Video Clips
You may see some very short video clips from the recent "True Colors" show:
Cyndi Lauper, Andy Bell and other artists: "True Colors"
Erasure: "Sunday Girl" (clip)
Erasure: "Sunday Girl" (full)
Cyndi Lauper: "I Drove All Night" (full)
Next Single From "Light At The End Of The World"
EIS member lurpak33 had the chance on Sunday to meet Daniel Miller, head of Mute Records in London's Heathrow. In a quick chat Daniel revealed that there will definitely be a 3rd single from "Light At The End Of The World". It will possibly be a double A-side single because Erasure want "Sucker For Love" while Daniel prefer "Storm In A Teacup" (thanks to lurpak33 for the info).
Las Vegas After Show Party Photos
Here are some photos from official "True Colors" after show party at Studio 54 in Las Vegas on 8th June:
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"Light At The End Of The World" is the no. 1 album is sellings chart of one of Moscow's famous record stores "Purpurniy Legion" for the week 26.05 - 01.06.2007. See rating below (click on image to enlarge):

Greg EIS - "Mega Riffs Tonight":
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In this weeks newsletter:
- Virgin Megastore In-Store Signing
- "Sunday Girl" Riffs & Rays Radio Edit
- Erasure Interview On "ITV Central Tonight"
- "True Colors" Tour Reviews
- Interesting "Northwest Herald" Quote
Virgin Megastore In-Store Signing
On Monday 18th June, Erasure are to conduct an in-store signing at the Virgin Megastore (Times Square), New York between 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
Address: Virgin Megastore (Times Square) 1540 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
www: http://www.virginmegamagazine.com/default.asp?vms=20
Sunday Girl "Riffs & Rays Radio Edit"
The "Sunday Girl (Riffs & Rays Radio Edit)" exclusive digital download mix is now available from several download stores:
- iTunes
- MSN Music
- Virgin Digital
- HMV Digital
Prices vary between 79p & 99p.
Out of interest the UK midweek chart position (at the time of writing - Tuesday) of "Sunday Girl" is 17, although the stronger digital sales of the other artists will see the chart position fall over the rest of the week.
Erasure Interview On "ITV Central Tonight"
At the recent HMV Birmingham in-store performance, Erasure were interviewed by the ITV Central television crew.
The interview will be shown on Friday 15th June at 6pm in ITV1 (Central region) during the "Central Tonight" programme. The extended interview will also be available on the ITV Local website within the "What's On" section.
www: http://www.itvlocal.com/central/
"True Colors" Tour Reviews
"True Colors tour a five-hours dance party for a worthy cause"
The Salt Lake Tribune: http://www.sltrib.com/entertainment/ci_6108795
"Crowd applauds music, causes"
The Denver Post: http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_6110752
"True Colors: They all bop to Lauper's brand of fun"
Las Vegas Review-Journal: http://www.lvrj.com/news/7926497.html
"Erasure: The (dance) beat goes on with tour, new CD"
Daily South Town: http://www.dailysouthtown.com/entertainment...
Interesting "Northwest Herald" Quote
"Fans, however, won't have to wait long for more new music. By the end of the year, the duo plans to start writing songs for a new record.
"That record should come out the middle of next year, I think," Clarke said. "We love the process. While we enjoy doing it, we should keep on doing it. It's great to be in a job that you like doing."
Northwest Herald: http://www.nwherald.com/articles/2007/06/08...
Regards
Greg
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