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Jucifer

Established in 1993 as collaboration between Livengood, Valentine and a drummer, whose goal was "to play the slowest and heaviest music on Earth". In 1994 Livengood switched from bass to drums, Valentine co-opted his gear, adding it to hers, and the band became Jucifer. First recordings were done in 94-95, with only one track from the sessions seeing release although several would end up re-recorded for later albums. As Jucifer evolved they expanded their musical goals beyond 'slow' to embrace more diverse challenges. To date the band has attacked genres ranging from acoustic folk to grindcore. While their albums span many genres and have often showcased Jucifer's capacity for delicacy, the live show has remained an exercise in brutality. Record labels have generally presented Jucifer as an alternative rock band, promoting their more accessible tracks. Valentine has said that they were discouraged [by labels] from making metal albums. She has also stated that the band enjoys writing and recording every type of song. But Jucifer's extreme metal core is evident in their live show: wall of amplification, colossal drums, and a non-stop set of music best described as sludgethrashdoomgrind. They are known to be wildly energetic on stage and incredibly [even unbearably] loud. Critics often laud Jucifer for their schizophrenic output, as do the band's own fans. Those who dislike the band seem to do so based on the same diversity that draws others to them. Jucifer was one of the earliest bands to combine very aggressive, down-tuned music with angelic female vocals, which seems to be a polarizing factor for listeners. Fans often praise Valentine's vocal range, which is also employed for varied styles of screaming and growling. Jucifer is known for being pioneers of the two-piece band as well as for the fact that they have toured constantly since 2001. After numerous van tours during their years based in Athens, GA (1993-2000) the band literally moved into their tour bus. Valentine has stated that much of their writing since then stems from onstage improvisation, due to the fact that they are always touring and have no practice space. True nomads, Jucifer have performed all over North America and Europe

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Latest bulletin 01.05.10

Jucifer Done Recording, Back On Road This Week in MD, PA, NJ, DC

Jucifer with special guests Salome:

1/7 Baltimore, MD @ Sidebar

1/8 Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie

1/9 Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes

1/11 Washington, DC @ Black Cat

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Jan 05, 08:08 AM

Jucifer Done Recording, Back On Road This Week in MD, PA, NJ, DC

Jucifer with special guests Salome:

1/7 Baltimore, MD @ Sidebar
1/8 Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie
1/9 Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes
1/11 Washington, DC @ Black Cat
Dec 18, 01:32 PM

Jucifer In Studio Wrapping Up Next Album

Release is slated for April 2010. More details will be announced soon!
Dec 11, 10:29 AM

Last Shows of 2009 This Weekend in SC, NC & VA

Jucifer will wrap up their ninth straight year of tour this weekend as they prepare to re-enter the studio to complete their next full-length. Stay tuned for announcements coming soon about the new album & tour plans for 2010!
12/12 Columbia, SC @ Art Bar
12/13 Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506
12/14 Richmond, VA @ The Triple
Dec 03, 06:39 AM

Jucifer in Atlanta & Savannah GA This Weekend

Jucifer performs tonight in Atlanta at Lenny's Bar and tomorrow in Savannah at the Jinx before heading north to wrap up their 12th month of tour for the year.

Thursday 12/3 Atlanta, GA @ Lenny's Bar
Friday 12/4 Savannah, GA @ The Jinx
Nov 24, 01:02 PM

Dave Lombardo of Slayer listens to Jucifer & Thanksgiving in Tennessee

Jucifer was delighted when their friend Mike Rosswog (currently of Complete Failure, formerly of Circle of Dead Children & Today Is The Day) brought this Dave Lombardo interview to their attention:
http://www.sickdrummermagazine.com/index.php/news/sd-news/1515-dave-lombardo-preview-july--august-2009.html

Jucifer will celebrate this exciting news with an extra-brutal Thanksgiving night performance, Thursday 11/26 at JJ's Bohemia in Chattanooga, TN.
Nov 18, 11:06 AM

Falling Down II Compilation & This Week's Tour Dates

Jucifer will contribute an otherwise unpublished track to the doom, drone and noise heavy European compilation, 'Falling Down II' to be released in the spring. Read full story here http://www.noisecreep.com/2009/10/12/falling-down-ii-compilation-features-unreleased-tracks-from-juci/

Wrapping up the month of November in the mid-south, Jucifer plays tomorrow at the Summit in Columbus, Ohio. Then continues into Kentucky & Tennessee.
11/19 Columbus, OH @ The Summit
11/21 Newport, KY @ Southgate House
11/22 Nashville, TN @ The End
11/26 Chattanooga, TN @ JJ's Bohemia