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Spring 2008
The band completes its major recording and begins the selection process of songs for their upcoming release. The band competes in SoCal Music Live and takes home the coveted award for fan favorite - 2008. The band charges in the studio and records a theme song for their favorite new fitness device, the Burn Machine. 98lb. guitarist, Joerg, writes a riff so huge for the project that it can barely be contained in a normal Ipod. The 98lb.ers also ready themselves for a mid May video shoot for their new hit, BLUEJEANS. Check back for upcoming shows featuring new songs...
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2007
Massive recording and touring nonstop. Benefit show Christmas Day at the Midnight Mission downtown LA.
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Summer 2006
The band is currently busy in the studio
recording new music with a distinctly Americana
feel. Using mostly acoustic instruments,
producer Urban Olsson is bringing a feel
to the band's new music reminiscent of the
mid seventies super groups. "The Architect" will
be in theaters this fall, featuring five
of the band's songs in the film. The band
is performing a special acoustic set at the
Viper Room in LA on Sunday, July 30th at
10pm.
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July 2005
98 lb. Weakling
headlined the July 17th ETT Festival of
Strength, a charity event which raised
money for JAWS -- Jr. Athletes Wheelchair
Sports. The day was a huge success, with
large crowds cheering the band on as they
played through a set list of fan faves.
The performance was televised by Fit TV,
and will play as part of their new dramatic
series, The Gym. Air date looks to be mid
October. The guys finished a recording
session recently that yeilded three new
songs including "Live
Forever", "The Gym", and "Angelyne".
These and other new compositions will be
used as exclusives in future record promotion.
Early to mid August will be spent traveling
on personal vacations as the band readies
for a busy fall schedule.
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May/June 2005
What a busy time for those 98 lb. Weaklings!
The guys played phenomenal shows in San
Diego, Thousand Oaks, and Venice Beach,
wowing crowds with their rockin' sounds.
The band has never sounded better with
Nate on bass, Chris on drums, Joerg punishing
his lead guitar, and Eric on vocals.
The guys signed a deal with Sovereign
Artists, a Santa Monica based label with
an eclectic roster of cool artists. This
insures that the world will soon be singing
all the songs from ICONS ARE FROM YESTERDAY,
the band's terrific new LP. The band
is charging back in to the studio in
early June with mega-producer Urban Olsson
to record six new tracks which will be
used by the label as exclusives for iTunes,
Napster, and other online venues. Then
it's back on the road for shows and TV
appearances throughout Texas and Nevada.
Check back for dates and times -- and
rock on!
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April 2005
The guys are headed to the big apple,
NYC, for the opening of their film, The
Great New Wonderful. The movie boasts an
all-star cast, including a cameo by 98
lb. Weakling singer, Eric. It will open
as part of the Tribecca Film Fest, a gathering
of cinema types founded by legendary actor
Robert Deniro. Then in May the boys will
be doing shows in San Diego and LA, so
check back for dates and times. And look
for the new album, "Icons are from
yesrerday..." in stores May 1st..
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March 2005
The band's new, full length CD is currently
in production and will be ready in just
a few weeks. It is titled ICONS ARE FROM
YESTERDAY, and features 98 lb Weakling
at the height of its musical powers. Be
sure to check back for preorder information
and store locations where the new album
will be available.
Eric and Joerg have just returned from
an acoustic media tour of the south, and
they're totally exhausted. The boys crisscrossed
Alabama playing songs off the new record
and doing interviews on television, radio,
and in print. "It was a blast," says
Joerg. "The people down south are
so friendly. I had heard about their famous
hospitality, but to experience it first
hand was incredible. I can't wait to go
back." While in Alabama, the duo
visited the NASA Space and Rocket Center,
ate cheese grits, and attended a PRRC Rodeo. "We
loved Alabama," Eric added. "We're
going back there after the new CD comes
out. It was beautiful down there." Photos
of the trip and media news bites will be
posted on the site soon, so check it out.
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Feb 2005
The band is currently mastering their
recently completed CD. Its working title
is "Icons are from yesterday".
The latest effort will boast 13 new tracks,
including some fan faves and rarely heard
tunes.
The band leaves March 8th for a southern
swing, promoting the newest music from
98 lb. weakling. Already enjoying some
airplay on Alabama's coolest rock stations,
the band plans to win over new fans with
all of the southern California swagger
they can muster. If you're in that area,
check local listings for dates and times
of appearances.
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Jan 2005
The band is gearing up for a midwest promotional
tour that will include stops in Oklahoma
and Missouri. These Weaklings are excited
to return to that part of America because
last time around they received all kinds
of special treatment. This time around
the music will be presented in an acoustic
setting, so keep your eyes peeled for upcoming
dates.
The band is putting the finishing touches
on their new, full length CD. Street date
is March 15th, but check out recent shows
to hear the killer new tunes. Some titles
include "American Jew" and "Lazyhead".
New merch will soon be available in the
online store and at shows. The most popular
new items are Von Dutch style trucker hats
and form-fitting girl shirts.
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Oct 2004
The band will appear on NBC's early morning
program Fri. Nov. 12rh, playing an acoustic
version of "The Great New Wonderful" promoting
both the movie soundtrack and the upcoming
full length 98 lb. Weakling record.
The band is writing songs for the upcoming
film "All Fall Down" which will
be shot in Chicago in the Spring of 2005.
Just recorded a new song in October with
Herb Peterson, a world renowned banjo and
dulcimer player. Herb currently plays with
the Laurel Canyon Ramblers and the Byrds.
Look for the new song on our upcoming album!
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June 2004
The band is currently recording seven new
songs with Urban Olsson in his Matrix
Studios in Marina Del Rey.
The band is currently filming a DVD for
the Israeli-based Wave Corp. "How
to record a rock band" will feature
a new song, "Call me Crazy" and
will detail the recording process with
a team of elite recording engineers. Several
new films will feature the band's music,
bringing new awareness to 98 lb. Weakling.
The band is preparing for its July 4th
Venice Beach show.
Several dance remixes have been done from
the band"s Takedown! The Takedown
CD will aslo be used for upcoming fitness
projects.
The band's CDBrickhouse agreement will
allow fans around the globe to enjoy the
band's merchindise.
The band continues its promotional efforts
with Borders. Acoustic, instore performances
occur nearly twice a month at area stores.
Check out the tours section
for dates and times.
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Feb. 2004
The band completes recording new material,
and looks towards March for the chance
to play high energy shows across the
country. Already the new songs are in
consideration for sound tracks and promo
spots. Merchandising has also been kicked
into full gear, and the new, bright orange
98 lb. Weakling t-shirt has been spotted
at hot spots around Hollywood.
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Jan. 2004
98 lb. Weakling happily announces the addition
of Jamie on bass. They wish Matthew the
best of luck in his screen writing endeavors,
and know that he'll remain a loyal friend
of the band. The newest band member is
originally from Boston, and already this
four-stringed maniac is ready to meld
to drummer Chris's thunderous roar. |