Valencia Somewhere I Belong Acoustic Video

Posted on Thursday, Apr 28th, 2011 1:30:20 pm

Did Valencia shoot an acoustic video for "Somewhere I Belong" in the middle of the woods? Yes, they did. Is it more beautiful than most official videos you've ever seen? Yes, it is. Are you going to run over and watch it now? You better! Check out this gorgeous video they made.

You know what's better than seeing Valencia live?

Posted on Friday, Apr 15th, 2011 3:08:55 pm

Seeing Valencia live for FREE. That's right, the band will be playing a few dates on the Zumiez Couch Tour this summer. Catch some music, skateboarding and don't spend a dime!

6/22 - Baltimore, MD - White Marsh Mall - w/ I See Stars and DGK Skate Team
6/24 - North Wales, PA (right outside Philadelphia) - Montgomery Mall - w/ I See Stars and Supra Skate Team
6/26 - Northern New Jersey - TBA - w/ I See Stars and Alien Workshop and Habitat Skate Teams
6/29 - Aurora, IL (right outside Chicago) - Westfield Mall - w/ Forever the Sickest Kids and Lakai Skate Team
7/1 - Minneapolis, MN - Mall of America - w/ Forever the Sickest Kids and Plan B Skate Team

Week 2 and 3 Valencia On Your Side Tour Diary

Posted on Wednesday, Apr 13th, 2011 8:12:28 am

Brendan is back with week two and week three of his Alternative Press tour diary! Check out some badass needlepoint, a sneak peek of Band Vs Food, BBQ's, and a whole lot of open highway as the band trek across the country for the On Your Side tour.

Listen to new Valencia b-side

Posted on Thursday, Apr 7th, 2011 6:26:35 pm

Want to hear a new Valencia b-side but don't have the record player to spin it? Fear not! The digitally-inclined can now head over to the I Surrender Facebook page to check out "Adrenaline", a song currently available on the band's limited-edition 7" B-Sides and Rarities.

And if you're feeling that itch for vinyl, don't forget that a few 7"s are still available in the I Surrender webstore. Be sure to grab your copy while they still last!

Valencia Alternative Press Tour Diary

Posted on Wednesday, Mar 30th, 2011 2:19:21 pm

Valencia make sure to write in their diaries every day on tour, just like any other normal band (right?). Either way, head on over to Alternative Press to check out what the band has been up to on the On Your Side Tour with their exclusive tour journal!

Valencia Contest on AbsolutePunk.net

Posted on Monday, Mar 28th, 2011 12:30:05 pm

Time to break out the yearbooks and family albums! We want to see your old photos but more importantly, we want to see you recreate them with your modern self. Head on over to AbsolutePunk to check out the contest we're running! Winner will receive a signed copy of Valencia's new 7" - B-Sides and Rarities, along with a poster and copy of Dancing With A Ghost. Get your cameras ready and enter now!

p.s. For those of you that can't make it out to the On Your Side tour, we added a few more copies of the 7" to our webstore.

Valencia Auctioning off Test Pressings for Japan

Posted on Tuesday, Mar 22nd, 2011 1:39:52 pm

To benefit the Tsunami and Earthquake victims in Japan Valencia are auctioning off 2 of the test pressings from their new 7". 100% of the proceeds will automatically be donated to the American Red Cross. Get more info here!

Valencia vs the Earthquake

Posted on Thursday, Mar 17th, 2011 3:09:39 pm

Valencia are being featured on a compilation called "Vs The Earthquake", with proceeds going to Americares. Please check it out here and help us send support to those who need it.

Choose what Valencia songs you want to hear on tour!

Posted on Friday, Mar 11th, 2011 8:10:47 am

Do you want to hear your favorite Valencia songs on the upcoming tour with A Rocket To The Moon? Aside from every Valencia song ever, go on over and vote at this poll for your stop of the tour to hear your dream setlist!

Valencia Release Limited Edition Vinyl

Posted on Monday, Mar 7th, 2011 11:20:58 am

B-sides? Rarities? Sounds pretty awesome to us. Valencia will be releasing a limied-edition 7", "B-Sides and Rarities" on March 16th. 50 will be available in the I Surrender webstore (signed by the band) and you can grab one on the band's upcoming tour with A Rocket To The Moon. Don't miss out!

Band Vs. Food Episode 3

Posted on Thursday, Feb 24th, 2011 10:58:29 am

For Band Vs. Food Episode 3, George takes a visit to the land down under with everyone's favorite Aussie treat: Vegemite! Can he stomach a whole jar?

Band Vs. Food: Episode 2

Posted on Wednesday, Feb 16th, 2011 4:28:02 pm

Watching George cram his face wtih a million burritos? How nauseatingly exciting, tune in now!

George Ciukurescu is a beast

Posted on Friday, Feb 4th, 2011 10:45:42 am

You may look at the members of Valencia and consider them some mild-mannered fellas. But they've brought us their first episode of Band Vs. Food, and we're not so sure we can stomach it (GET IT?) Watch George take on Chompie's in Arizona, see if he can eat their monster sliders without turning green. Adam Richman couldn't handle it, can George? Make sure to tune in and find out!

Valencia Live on 104.5

Posted on Friday, Jan 28th, 2011 10:04:03 am

So listen up, listen up (see what we there) Valencia will be playing some songs live on 104.5 in Philly today! Don't live near Philly? Don't fret! Tune in here at 5pm EST

I can haz an I Surrender t-shirt?

Posted on Wednesday, Jan 19th, 2011 8:21:23 pm

At I Surrender, we believe in fully embracing your crazy cat fascination. Maybe we even like cats as much as we like all the great music we put out. Time to rep your feline pride and your favorite record label with our new I Surrender cat t-shirt and crew neck! They are crazy cheap and crazy available now in our I Surrender webstore, pick yours up now! *Catnip not included, get yours meow.

Speaking of awesome new shirts, Valencia has one available now in the I Surrender webstore! So whether you're buying cat sweaters or sweet band tees, be sure to check it out!

Four Year Strong Visits Glamour Kills HQ

Posted on Wednesday, Jan 19th, 2011 8:19:29 pm

Four Year Strong recently dropped in with our good friends at Glamour Kills to record some acoustic songs and take some bizarre photos. Head over to the GK site now to check it out!

Take Notice is on the prowl

Posted on Friday, Jan 14th, 2011 2:37:12 pm

The band is once again seeking an official singer and if you think you have the chops, head over to audition!

They are still going strong and in honor of some new changes, they have posted a song for your listening pleasure with Trey (drums) covering vocals. Be sure to let us know what you think!

Valencia part of the On Your Side tour this spring!

Posted on Tuesday, Jan 4th, 2011 2:04:29 pm

Valencia is proud to announce that they'll be hitting the road with A Rocket To The Moon, Anarbor, Runner Runner, and Go Radio this spring! Dates are up on Valencia's website. A limited number of pre-sale tickets will be available starting January 10th exclusively through A Rocket To The Moon's website. General on sale will begin on January 15th. Is it too early to start talking about spring cleaning?

Father Christmas available on iTunes!

Posted on Tuesday, Dec 14th, 2010 11:05:25 am

Valencia 's cover of "Father Christmas" is now available on iTunes! Download it here! Spread the holiday cheer and tell your friends!

Valencia Covers Father Christmas

Posted on Monday, Dec 13th, 2010 12:19:45 pm

Do the holiday wonders never cease? Valencia have premiered their new video for "Father Christmas" on PureVolume! This festive cover of The Kinks original will get you in the holiday spirit in no time. Or, well, it will make you want to beat up Santa Claus. Either way, be sure to check out the video now and download the track when it goes up on iTunes on Tuesday!