January 4, 2010 : Numbers for 2009 Just wanted to say thanks again - the numbers are in for 2009 and they are astounding! You guys really rock! We are almost exclusively a "word of mouth" project so this is incredible.
We're at over 325,000 combined views through all the various sites and hit over 47,000 Friends/Fans on myspace alone! There are some popular Death Metal bands that don't see those kinds of numbers and we continue to grow - THANKS!!!
2010 HERE WE COME!!!
January 1, 2010 : HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 2010 is going to be a GREAT YEAR as have just completed our "MA" rated Sizzle Reel! We will be releasing portions of it to the public via our various sites soon. Everyone finally gets to see what the guys are like without any editing - well a little editing.
Here are a few teaser shots from the reel.
December 25, 2009 : HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! We hope everyone had a great Christmas holiday and ZOMG Byl bought himself a Wii for Christmas!!!!!
That's right - the King of the old school Computer Games went and got addicted to the Wii. He doesn't like the games where you have to stand up so girls everywhere don't worry, he's not losing any weight over this - he told us that there is no way the Wii Fit is happening.
October 19, 2009 : Ever Growing Numbers! We just wanted to call out again to our ever-growing community of supporters. You guys are absolutely amazing and ya'll just keep coming!
This is GREAT! We just reached our 40,000th myspace friend with more coming every day and have hit over the 285,000 mark in combined views between MYSPACE & YOUTUBE.
If we counted in the other sites that link us I'm sure we'd be over 300,000 - once again THANKS!
October 12, 2009 : Official Comic Book Series So yes yes the crew is working on finishing the "MA" Rated Sizzle Reel like biscuit tossing wild assed baboons wait what?
Anyway - in the meantime we are happy to announce the Official Devil's Minstrels Comic book series is IN THE WORKS with our brothers & sisters at White Eye Studios.
Head over to their freshly released website at - www.whiteeyestudios.com/preview to check it out.
Ya ever wonder what Drex would look like in a Comic Book?
Here is a sneak peek in Black & White.
August 25, 2009 : New Episode? We've been getting lots of email and posts on our various sites on the status of the next Episode. Well 1st off THANKS for the support and interest!
Well even though we are pretty close to releasing our next Episode : "Episode 4 - Road Trip Part 2" we've got something bigger in the works.
We've just completed the filming of an official "MA" Rated Sizzle Reel for Industry. The band finally gets to loosen up a little and let it all hang out.
We'll have more info soon - but until then here is a pic or two.
July 15, 2009 : 200,000 Combined Views So once again our Myspace videos seem to be getting more traction. We continually get word that we are linked and embedded in other video / pop culture / music sites. We just noticed today that our combined numbers
from our YOUTUBE & MYSPACE pages are now over a combined 200,000 VIEWS!!! Thanks to all those sites and viewers for all the support!!!
June 1, 2009 : 20,000 Myspace Supporters Today we hit the 20,000 friends milestone on our MYSPACE page! SWEET! We also hit over 6,000 friends on our YOUTUBE page awhile back.
Everyday people from all over the world are adding us to their personal networks and showing their support - if you haven't please jump on over and show DM some love!
May 21, 2009 : 120,000 Views WOW! We just looked at the combined numbers from our YOUTUBE & MYSPACE pages and we have a combined 120,000 VIEWS!!! Thanks for all the support!!!
May 9, 2009 : 1 Year Anniversary Today we are celebrating our 1 year anniversary! YAY!
Thanks to all that have followed us along this crazy 1st year, sent email, posted on our various sites etc - many thanks for all the support and keep it coming! We've come a very long way in 1 years time - imagine where we'll be this time next year!
So stay tuned for much more!
February 28, 2009 : DM Episode 3 Released Following Carl's big announcement at the end of Episode 2, the guys prepare for their road trip to Jacksonville and end up getting in over their heads. Episode 3 also introduces our ROCKIN' new intro, so check it out!
January 01, 2009 : HAPPY NEW YEAR Happy New Year from the Devil's Minstrels and stay tuned for our "New Look" in 2009!
December 4, 2008 : DM in Sik World Newsletter SikWorld put out their most recent newsletter today, and guess who's right at the top? None only than the Devil's Minstrels! Check out Drex, Carl, and Byl wearing their super cool Sik World shirts!
More pics from the Sik World photo shoot are available on our Pictures page.
Our section of their newsletter is now here. Make sure you check out the rest of the news from Sik World in their Current Newsletter.
November 23, 2008 : Devil's Minstrels on Facebook The Devil's Minstrels are now on Facebook. It's not as "Add New Friend Friendly" as some sites like Myspace. For example, you can't seem to see people's profiles before you add / request them - but hey we're there so if you have a Facebook account stop by and add us as a friend.
November 16, 2008 : Official Devil's Minstrels Comic Book White Eye Publications, Lawrence White and The Devil's Minstrels are collaborating to bring you the most unique DM story ever - as a Comic Book!
November 2, 2008 : Forums Update We're in the process of updating our forums, so please bear with us if they look/act a little screwy for the next few days. :)
November 1, 2008 : DM Halloween Hijinks Happy (day after) Halloween from the Devil's Minstrels! Drex and Carl had some fun with a Sharpie last night while Byl was passed out from eating waaaaaaaaay too much Halloween candy.
September 29, 2008 : DM Episode 2 Released Picking up where they left off at the end of Episode 1, Carl lets the rest of the band in on the details of "THE BIGGEST GIG EVAR !!!"
September 15, 2008 : DM in Behind the Suit and Tie Producer/Creator Robert Bolger of the "Behind The Suit And Tie Documentary" taps The Devil's Minstrels to take part in the film to add a blend of humor and comedy towards the recording industry for several outtakes to break up the Seriousness of the film.
August 1, 2008 : Phil & Carl's Video Game Xtravaganza Carl (er... Klaus) and Phil Mixby (of DM Rockumentary fame) present the first installment of their Video Game Xtravaganza show. Includes current and classic video game reviews, cool hardware stuff, and a special appearance by Byl (DM guitarist extraordinaire) as the Classic Gaming Guru!
July 20, 2008 : DM Episode 2 and Episode Photos Episode 2: The Big Gig is coming soon! In the meantime, check out some pics from DM Episode 1 on our new Episode Photos page.
May 9, 2008 : DM Rockumentary Phil Mixby's Rockumentary on the Devil's Minstrels has been released!
Dracula's Spatula (clip courtesy of Persnickity Films / Horror-Bull Productions)
April 6, 2008 : DM Autograph Signing Meet the Devil's Minstrels at Weeley's Vinyl Barn! Drexil, Klaus, and Byl will be signing copies of their new CD 76 Dumb Bones at Weeley's on April 6, 2008 at 12:00pm. Be there!
April 1, 2008 : 76 Dumb Bones Released DM's newest CD, 76 Dumb Bones is out! Join DM tonight at The Metal Barn for our release party!
March 15, 2008 : Drex Mag! Drexil featured on the cover of Muscles & Mayhem magazine! Stop by your local news stand and pick up a copy!
March 10, 2008 : Phil Mixby Interviews DM Filmmaker Phil Mixby and his camera crew spent the past weekend with the Devil's Minstrels and conducted extensive interviews with each member. Stay tuned to the Devil's Minstrels web site for details, along with exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and video outtakes!
January 01, 2008 : Year of the Devil's Minstrels Happy New Year from the Devil's Minstrels! Stay tuned...