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Twenty Years Ago - Hurray!
Fall 2008

Continuing a storm of reissues for 2008, The Blanks present remasters of all their 1988 audio releases. First, we have the restored Live to the Spirit World. This marks Mr. Ed's first recording – and public appearance – as a Blank. This historic recording also captures the band's hits up to this point. (Note that the video has yet to be reissued... but it may show up soon.)

Next, we have the remastered Sugar Hill Sessions, featuring the entire Kill Me Hot Chocolate and Bean Monster Rituals albums. Originally released in 1998, this reissue brings The Blanks first CD release up to date with the other modern reissues – in terms of sonic and package quality. Of course, the 1998 “Phuong Nam's (Remix)” bonus track is included.

Finally, for the first time available to the public, Blanks Enterprise presents Spike and Kar's Lecture on The Blanks. This is a famous presentation the two gave as a retrospective of the band's career. Thinking The Blanks were finished by 1988, the audience of university students had tons of questions and were ecstatic at the thought of more music from “The Greatest Rock Band of ALL Time” (as they were billed by the host student club “The Organization for the Appreciation of the Disco Train Donny Osmond Album”).

More Classics Remastered on Compact Disc
Spring / Summer 2008

China Cabinet Oracle / Destroy These Cakes

The Blanks have released a strong collection of new reissues. So far in 2008, they've re-released Insanity Plea: The Untold Story, spoken word album; Blanks '84, a collection of all surviving songs from 1984 releases; A Turn... And A Halt (Complete Edition), classic tunes from The Blanks mid-1980's period; Sweet Love, double-album, considered the benchmark of all rock albums; The Warrior Ethos, the studio classic. And finally in this reissue set, China Cabinet Oracle / Destroy These Cakes, two modern EP's on one CD. All have been remastered for brilliant sonic quality and many have related bonus tracks. Check out the discography for a complete list of Blanks releases.

Classic Albums and a (Sweet) Hint
July 2007

Joy Of Chicken / Lasagna Sampler / See It Through

The Blanks continue momentum of classic reissues with two new compact discs. The first collects three “rarities” releases – Joy Of Chicken, Lasagna Sampler, and See It Through (EP). Each features outtakes, alternate versions, and exclusive material. The first two albums were released around major, breakthrough albums. This Joy Of Chicken / Lasagna Sampler / See It Through release has the industry wondering if Sweet Love is coming soon (mimicking the original release of Lasagna Sampler as a preview to the critically acclaimed double-album Sweet Love).

Also, Blanks Tour the Mall was quietly released on compact disc earlier in the Summer. This limited reissue follows The Blanks (pre-Ed line-up) engaging with mall patrons in discussions of music, pop culture, and politics. It falls into the band's “challenging listens” category alongside Blanks II.

Visions of the Future
January 16, 2007

After 25 years of music, The Blanks may have topped even themselves – a new album written, recorded, and mixed in one day. Visions of the Future delivers nine solid, magical tracks. Collaborating again with Rock Romano (The Warrior Ethos), the band produced an improvisational journey, ranging from metal to new wave to hip-hop/dream pop.

Critics are giving Visions of the Future rave reviews. Some have hailed this as “the greatest album ever recorded.” Available January 16, 2007 in Australia; coming to the rest of the world on January 30, 2007. Enjoy!

Merry Christmas: T-shirts and Trashrock
November 17, 2006

Blanks IV - Trashrock Christmas With The Blanks

2006 has been a banner year for The Blanks. We've reissued much of our vast catalog – remastered and released on CD and digital audio. And now, for the holiday season we're releasing Blanks IV - Trashrock Christmas With The Blanks on CD for the first time.

Now for the big news – we have reissued classic T-shirts, which have been out of print for over 15 years. You may have an old shirt you'd like to replace or have admired another fan's and wished for your own. Well, three classic T-shirt designs are now available again. And we've added a new shirt featuring the "Trashrock Christmas With The Blanks" cassette image. They're all very fine shirts. We hope you like them.

The Blanks T-shirts are now available at theblanks.com/shirts.

More Reissues – CD's and the First DVD Video
August 2006

Lakeside Players - L.P. Attack! (Live 1990) DVD

Blanks Enterprises ups the ante on its 2006 remasters/reissues series. For the first time on CD, enjoy The Blanks debut album Eggheads with the infamous A Day At The Keep EP. Next, enjoy Blanks III - Power Ring Concert. And finally, The Blanks magic 1996 rock opera King Fred on CD. All releases have been remastered and feature classic Blanks artwork.

Blanks Enterprises also released two important discs from Lakeside Players. A career-spanning, hits collection Greatest Ritz. And the first Blanks Enterprises DVD video, the classic Lakeside Players concert L.P. Attack! (Live 1990). This package includes bonus backstage footage and a rare glimpse of Lakeside Players recording their final studio album Hold It By The Eggs.

If that wasn't enough, the classic Ed & Spike project Kamuga Junku is now available on compact disc, remastered with classic cover art.

Remastered and Reissued on CD – Five Classic Albums
April 2006

Put On The Featherhead / Long Ride On A Slow Horse

Blanks Enterprises proudly offers five classic albums remastered and reissued on three compact discs. First, we have an expanded "Special Edition" of Blanks II. It includes three long bonus tracks – Blanks II "master mixes" created but not released during the original 1983 album mix. The next CD features two of The Blanks famous winter albums, Put On The Featherhead (1989) and Long Ride On A Slow Horse (1991). And finally, the rock 'n roll master pieces Gentle On My Mind (1991) and Elevator Men (1996) on one CD – with bonus tracks from each session.

Long “Ride”
December 29, 2005

The Year 2005 Ends with a bang! The Blanks have just released the new single “Ride.” Available as a free download at theblanks.com.

Give Me the Night
December 25, 2004

The Blanks have just released a new single for 2004, “The Night That King Fish Died.” This upbeat, jazzy number will have fans wondering, "What really happened the night that Kind Fish died?" The b-side features another new original “Fool's Ride.” Both tracks are available for download at theblanks.com.

New Spike Solo Single
March 16, 2004
Spike, co-founder and drummer of The Blanks, today released a new single “Green Time.” The b-side track “Killer” features backing vocals by up-and-comer Velouria Windrunner. The new songs mark the first effort by Spike's West Coast-based Premiere Studios. Spike is said to be working on a full-length album to be released later in 2004. Visit Spike's solo page for more information.

The Hotdog Cookbook
December 30, 2003

Blanks Enterprises is pleased to release a special offering for 2003, The Hotdog Cookbook. This double-album features 14 classic Blanks Enterprises artists, including The Blanks, and 36 previously unreleased tracks from the vaults of Lopnihood. Kar has been working overtime for months to bring you this extraordinary collection. And as a first for Blanks Enterprises, the entire release is available for download from the Internet. Visit the theblanks.com for more information.

New Music Celebrates Two Decades of Rock 'n' Roll
December 10, 2002

On the heels of Destroy These Cakes, The Blanks have done it again. As they always have. As we've come to expect. For twenty years. That's right, twenty years of hard-hitting, non-stop, monster truck, rock 'n' roll. You may remember the first time you heard The Blanks, be it “Eggheads,” “Let's Vomit,” or another hit. Well, the boys have done it again. This time with a new hit single appropriately titled the “Twentieth Anniversary Single.” How can you go wrong with a song that starts “That's how we rocked it!?” It's a catchy tune that's sure to become a rock anthem.

The single appears on China Cabinet Oracle, a collection of five new hard-hitting tracks. “Little Know” and “Lucky” are sure to become follow-on hits. And the next chapter in break-up songs, “Farewell to The Blanks VI,” undoes every Blanks theme imaginable. This song spells out the End for The Blanks, but we've heard it before ... five times. The song promises no more music (even re-issues) and the End to the website. Last checked, the website was up. And industry rumors place Kar in the mastering studio preparing a re-release of some old favorites. Finally, “Space Needle” provides a short blast of rock 'n' roll kitsch, reminiscent of “I'll Run to You” from the Full Moon Sessions.

Find out more about the “Twentieth Anniversary Single” and China Cabinet Oracle at theblanks.com.

For Goodness Sakes, Destroy These Cakes
December 31, 2001

The Blanks are pleased to present a special offering for 2001, Destroy These Cakes. This EP features four new songs suitable for dancing. A return to classic themes and style, plus some nice accordion work.

Album Review: Bean Monster Rituals
March 6, 1989
Read the classic album review for Bean Monster Rituals: “The Blanks: Nonsensical garage rock, the way it was meant to be.” Reprinted from The Daily Texan (University of Texas newspaper), March 6, 1989, “Images” section (Arts and Entertainment Supplement to the Daily Texan), page 10.