15 for regular tees
20 for American Apparel
sizes from XS to 3XL
http://tourtoisetee.com/index.html

Tourtoise Tee sells a new print to order T-shirt every Friday – Thursday. The Band receives ONE free T-shirt for every TWO shirts/garments sold, while the designer receives $2 for every shirt/garment sold.

Alex Barron is an illustrator, painter, and comic artist residing in Chicago IL. Alex’s work is usually satirical in nature, using visual puns, jokes, and stylized realism. Looking at his body of work, one might say it’s not unlike slipping on a mental banana peel.

http://barronzone.tumblr.com/

We’ve been running all around this grand coast. We made our triumphant return to the Rockwood Music Hall in New York City, closing out a night of awesome acts. We then spent a day of stoop-sitting and eating lamb and bison burgers which earned us our green cards (we think?).

We then returned to our beloved Wilmington to fight the forces of evil along with our new space-friends, Peelander-Z and Tiger!Tiger! We felt a great disturbance in the force, as if millions of voices suddenly cried out, then continued crying out for the remainder of the show.

Onward, we played Barnstock in Huntersville, alongside Brody and Choch, Donna the Buffalo, The Business People, Chasing Pedestrians, and oh so many more. It was a blast for two reasons: (1) we had a great time and met some rad people and (2) it was hot enough to detonate a nuclear warhead outside. Altogether, much fun was had. And we learned sign language!

And now comes the big one. The show that will prompt someone to say, “We’re gonna need a bigger boat.” That’s right. This weekend sparks the event known as NERDAPALOOZA 2012. We’ll be happily sharing the stage with the likes of such geek legends as The Protomen, Frogsuit, Mega Ran, The Thoughtcriminals, Adam Warrock, and plenty others. Check out the full schedule here. It’s going to be INTENSE. There’s even going to be a geeky burlesque show, where you’ll find us in the back, blushing and giggling. Please come out and have fun with us!

We’ll see you when we crash land in Florida!

Things have been cool over here! As you may or not know, we’re doing remixes all summer (providing we don’t explode). We’re premiering them Over at our YouTube. At the end of it there will be a surprise, so you might wanna check in on us in the next couple months (provided we don’t explode). The latest is Blood Mountain from Museum Mouth.

We’ll be playing with Dead Fame (from VA) during our upcoming shows. We’re digging their sound, and know you will too, so if you are in Wilmington, Charlotte, or Durham you’ll want to come out and dance. Or party. These are the only choices. Wilmington fans will also want to see the adorable Dearest We.

Over at our Facebook, Tim had people assist in a song. He wanted to write a dance song, without using the word dance. After quite a few submissions, he stitched together the lyrics and made a demo, which is available on our soundcloud for you listening pleasure. What do you think of it?

BOOM! A wild Nerdapalooza hits you right in the face!! Your face is in SO MUCH PAIN. What’s a Nerdapalooza, you ask? You poor, sheltered child. Nerdapalooza is Orlando, Florida’s all-around nerd music and arts festival. This year alone, the lineup consists of Metroid Metal, Koo Koo Kangaroo, Random Encounter, Adam Warrock, The Thoughtcriminals, and so many more. Check out the current lineup!

Also announced today, D&D Sluggers will be on the bill! We’re so pumped, we’re considering throwing a building. It’s August 3-5. Make sure to get your tickets early!

While we’re on the subject of announcements, we’ve got a doozy for you. D&D Sluggers are really excited to bring you the news that we are officially the newest group signed with Kidnice Entertainment! These are the same people who have brought the likes of Brody and Choch to the world. This is certainly an era of new beginnings for D&D Sluggers. Keep an eye out for everything that comes next!

You might have also noticed a slight change in the structure of the website today. How very perceptive of you.

First off, you may remember our albums, Fun is the Funnest and This Album is a Party.

Great stuff, right? Well with summer coming, we’re going shake things up by doing some remixes. We’re picking a few of our songs, friends songs some of our favorites to cut and paste, mix and match into crazy junk. We’re also gonna have a little help from our friends (not a Joe Cocker or Beatles reference) from everywhere. Keep an eye out on the 21st (next week) when the first one will go up on YouTube!

Coming up very soon are 2 cool events.
This HUGE NERDCORE HIP HOP SHOW!!!

Beats and Rhymes from Nerds and Brains, Nerdcore and Indie Hip Hop Show.
Featuring –
Haji Pajamas
(Local HIP-HOP, player)
http://hajip.com/
http://www.blackfacechicken.com/

Adam WarRock
(The Internet’s Foremost Comic Book MC from Memphis, TN)
http://adamwarrock.com

Mikal kHill of the ThoughtCriminals
(MC, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist from Charlotte, NC)
http://mikalkhill.bandcamp.com/

Tribe One
(Atlanta based MC. Red Devil Dinosaur)
http://tribeone.bandcamp.com/

And hosted by the one and only Soultron of D&D Sluggers
$5 door at 9pm, show at 10pm

and this VIDEO GAME BURLESQUE SHOW!!!!

Texas group URIZEN is teaming up with local, irresistible 8-bit duo D&D Sluggers at the Juggling Gypsy to put on a theatrical outdoor (weather permitting) concert and burlesque show.

Performers from Mama Burque’s Burlesque, The Fool’s Game Show and Vaudeworld will open up with some comedy skits and sexy, “nerdlesque” routines. Think Legend of Zelda, 007, Mario Bros, Star Fox and MORE!

Be prepared to dance and geek out this Memorial Day. $8 for general admission, $5 for those in gaming related attire. 18+ event.

Call (910) 763-2223 for reservations, questions, etc.

Juggling Gypsy // 1612 Castle St (in between 16th and 17th St)
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Urizen: http://www.urizenonline.com/Band.html // http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIDY3PfB_3s

D&D Sluggers: http://ddsluggers.com/

Mama Burque’s Burlesque: https://www.facebook.com/burkelesque

The Fool’s Game Show: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fools-Game-Show/228049097239080

Vaudeworld: https://www.facebook.com/Vaudeworld

That’s some cool stuff, and we’re not even done.
So… Most of the other announcements are things we’re technically not allowed to… announce yet.
Have no fear. It won’t be long.
Until then,
You

will

be

on

the

edge

of

your

seats.

Just be patient.

Here’s a video till then.

Reggae horn.

What’s been going on? Feels like ages, but we’re still at it! There are some pretty cool parties and jams coming up and some other surprises, so check here and our facebook.

This week we’ll be rolling into RDU to rock at Ruckus Pizza with 8 bit Disaster.Really looking forward to it. Always fun to play with other chip bands. More info here!

Onto BARNSTOCK. We’re vying for a spot on the Barnstock music festival this summer. It’s festival that raises money for charities in NC. We need your votes to get on, and in return we’d like to do something for you.
When this PICTURE gets 100 shares, D&D SLUGGERS record THIS ALBUM IS A PARTY! will be a free download at http://ddsluggers.bandcamp.com/. That’s just 100 shares on Facebook. How do you get in on this?
Easy!!
(1) CLICK THE PICTURE. (Important, as it is hosted on the Barnstock page)
(2) LIKE THE PICTURE. (like the picture please, not just the post)
(3) SHARE THE PICTURE WITH THIS MESSAGE.

You’re done! The five band photos in the contest with the most Likes will appear on stage at BARNSTOCK 2012!

More news sooner than later next time, because next time I’ll be deadly serious next time.

And here it is! You won’t wanna miss this. Things are going to be wild and crazy, kids.

D&D SLUGGERS

http://ddsluggers.bandcamp.com/

WAXEATER

http://waxeater.bandcamp.com/

POWERLIFTER

http://www.soundcloud.com/POWERLIFTER

& SPECIAL GUESTS LAZER EYES!!!

$5. 9:00PM

Reggie’s on 42nd street

http://www.facebook.com/events/148102475311708/

Get a load of this vid.

See you there!!

We perform at the Music Tech Mashup showcase, and it’s some kind of party. Great bands through out. If you’re gonna be in Austin, RSVP and come party down. We play at 9:45 on Tuesday 3/13.

SXSW is going to huge as always and there are plenty of great acts to see all, but don’t forget check out the Thought Criminals and Brody and Choch from NC. And let’s not forget Nightmare River Band and Shinobi Ninja from NYC.

Let’s have a good time, Y’all!

Facebook invite here!
http://www.facebook.com/events/407724132576191

In other news, D&D Sluggers have been busting crazy beats and kicking it live for 2 years.

How does it feel? Stupendous.

Here’s a flashback for you.

We, your D&D Sluggers, have been hard at work touring to make humanity all the better (though curiously making Hugh the Manatee all the worse). We hit these places hard:

…where we had an incredible time partying with our buddies from Neur and a bunch of other wacky Rutgers cats! It was our first house party (though we’ve been part of a yard party, I think?) on the road, and we had a blast. Something about being crammed onto a tiny stage inside someone’s living room with a fog machine and strobe lights is simply exciting. We drank Sapporo beer that night! Then, having rocked a house (without the cops getting involved), it was on to:

…where we lit up the Rockwood Music Hall alongside a plethora of exceptional acts, including our new friends Hurrah! A Bolt of Light who set musical fire to the second stage before we got on the first stage to jiggle some fannies. And New York DELIVERED THE AWESOME. Though it was late, you stuck around with us and made our first visit to NYC an ABSOLUTE BLAST. And we drank Matt Krahula‘s homemade Krabrewla! So, with a lack of sleep and a pungent smell that could stop a freight train, we trekked onward to…

…where we had the distinct honor of opening the last 8static to be held at Studio 34! It was incredible to be chosen to play the same event that trailblazers like Anamanaguchi and Bit Shifter have played in the past. And we had so much fun playing alongside the spectacular SKGB and Note! We didn’t drink anything that night. Responsibility matters, folks. We got to walk around the city a bit the next day, bought some loose-leaf teas, and made the long trek through an unexpected snowstorm back to North Carolina.

(all images verified authentic)

[Also, I suppose it's worth mentioning that we were rear-ended 5 minutes into the tour because Hyphen can't drive a stick shift well yet.]

So that’s the fun so far. To end things off, we’ll be heading to Charlotte THIS THURSDAY (February 23) for the Neighborhood House Party alongside our good buddies Shinobi Ninja and Brody and Choch, and new pals Soul Khan and Mister Invisible! Get yer booties out there and let’s end this tour right!

That’s all for now! Oh, and in case you missed us on tour because we didn’t come to your town, enjoy this video of us performing I Will Not Be There at 8static, shot by Emily Feder of Chip Music Chronicle!

And if you dig it, go ahead and watch our entire set!

Smooches!

Your pals D&D Sluggers are headed up north to PARTY DANCE. This is your chance to see us in NJ, NYC, and Philly!! This is our first time north, so we wanna see you dance! Please invite and spread the word! We’re are excited to see old friends and meet new ones and dance! Did we mention we like to dance?
Here’s what’s up:

Feb 16th – New Brunswick, NJ
House Party courtesy of Neur.

http://www.facebook.com/neurmusic

Feb 17th New York, NY – Rockwood Music hall
Fee 21+
Chloe Charles
Cooper
The Sweetness
Julia Darling
We are the Woods
JORSCAN
Mark Marshall
Some jerks -aka D&D Sluggers

http://rockwoodmusichall.com/

Feb 18th Philadelphia, PA – 8static 26 at Studio 34
$5/8 all ages
Note! (NYC)
SKGB (PHL)
D&D Sluggers (NC)
visuals by Animal Style (PHL)
More details TBA

http://8static.com/

BONUS STAGE -
FEB 23rd Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood House Party at Neighborhood Theatre $7 in advance $10 at the door all ages.
DJ Shogun
D&D Sluggers
Mr. Invisible
Soul Khan
Shinobi Ninja
Brody & Choch
www.neighborhoodtheatre.com/
DANCE.
#dancedancedance

Facebook invite here!