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The Pineapple Thief are pleased to announce that USA group Sun Domingo will be joining them on their European tour in October. Here are some details about the band…

Sun Domingo are often described as ‘progressive pop rock’ by fans and
critics. A new genre of music it seems they’ve created – Bridging the
gap for listeners who seek depth & adventure in music but also enjoy
the timeless pop hooks. Think Pink Floyd and Crowded House.

Sun Domingo shot onto the international stage when DIY prog-rock
legends Marillion invited them to Montreal as direct support for two
nights in April 2009. The magic of that performance is captured in
their recently-released live collection, “Live In Montreal/Marillion
Weekend ‘09,” which came out on Rock Ridge Music on April 20, 2010.
This progressive post-modern rock trio hails from Atlanta, GA USA and
have been travelling the world for 6 years making music and building a
very strong fan-base.

Sun Domingo will be releasing a digital EP, “Piece,” on June 22, 2010.
The EP will be available via all digital download portals.
Says guitarist Edgel Groves: “The ‘Piece’ EP is a collection of five
songs we are very proud of. We had the chance to try these songs out
on the road over the past two years and get reaction from our fans.”

“One of our personal favorites and fan favorites is ‘Mad Maze,’ an
instrumental we crafted from pure improv and named after our manager
Matt Mayes, who inspired the song from his guijo playing in the band
Jupiter Coyote,” says Groves. “The EP version of this song showcases
John Wesley of Porcupine Tree on guitar. For anyone who has not heard
John play, it is a treat and well worth a listen. World class musician
and guy.

The band also plans to release its next studio full-length in
September. The as-yet-untitled album features songs from the EP as
well as plenty of previously-unreleased, newly-recorded offerings.
“These five tracks will be merged with another five songs later this
year for our sophomore full length album,” says Groves.

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in our press section…

Bruce plays ‘Barely Breathing’ before their launch gig for 2010 album ‘Someone Here is Missing’, at Bush Hall, London.

Filmed and edited by Switchgear Productions.

If you have an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad then you need the new app to keep up to date with the latest happenings with TPT and K-Scope. For further details and to download check out the following link:

Take me off to Apple to download the app

The band announce a date at this free open air pop festival in The Netherlands. More info on the gigs page.

The artwork for Someone Here is Missing features a man covered in hundreds of Post-it™ notes, so we are asking you to draw your favourite album artwork on a post-it note, scan it and send it to us so we can add it to the online gallery.

The first efforts from the band, the Kscope staff and friends are already in the gallery along with the first entry from none other than Michael Eavis. To see the gallery and to get details on how to submit your entry click here.

The Pineapple Thief – Nothing at Best (from Someone Here is Missing) from Kscope on Vimeo.

The new video for Nothing At Best directed by Arnfinn Moseng & Negar Bagheri is now premiering. Combining 2D animation techniques with live action special effects, Arnfinn and Negar have created a beautiful film noir-esque video which captures the mood of Nothing at Best perfectly.

Here is a sampler of two promo videos we currently have in production along with an audio montage of songs from the new album.

The band has confirmed a special one off album launch show at the delightfully ornate venue of the Bush Hall in London on May 19th. The band will be playing an extended set featuring tracks from the new album plus all the old favourites. Get your tickets here…

http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=379269&interface

The folk at Kscope have put together a mini-site for the new album where you can hear a 3 minute teaser, check out the Storm Studios post-it man, read reviews (as and when they arrive), download mp3s – in fact, there are (and will be) all manner of TPT related goodies and behind the scenes insights for you to discover as the album near’s it’s launch. Check it out here…

http://www.kscopemusic.com/thepineapplethief/someonehereismissing/

Yes, the time has finally come and we are able to take pre-orders for the new album. The initial run will feature special ‘CD book’ packaging and include 2 exclusive bonus tracks. Plus we’ve just heard news from Kscope that they are also pressing up a limited run of vinyl editions. We are also offering special bundles with our new line of SHIM merchandise. For the first few lucky fans we are also offering to sign your CD or album. Pre-orders should ship in May and are available either via the Burning Shed website or our official shop:

http://www.www.pineapplethief.com/store/index.php?_a=viewCat&catId=16