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May 2011 news

Some updates/good news/bad news to keep everyone in the loop:

Bad news:
As some of you may know, Arthur has been having some trouble with his arm for a while now.  Recently, he was finally diagnosed with having lateral epicondylitis – or “tennis elbow”.  The prognosis is good however, and with some time and proper treatment he will be as good as new.  Unfortunately, as of now, we aren’t quite sure when that will be.  This also means we don’t have a solid time as to when we will be able to play shows again.  Rest assured, as soon as we can, we will be back on the stage for all of you.  Sioum is in *no* way done (really, let’s just get it out of the way now and say that we will never be done…or even slowing down).  So now for the good news:

Because of this development, we have decided to change our focus back to writing music and promoting.  Our plan:

- Aggressively write as much music as we can…
- …which could mean another album in the sort-of-not-so-distant-future.
- Another shirt design in the probably-closer-than-the-next-album-future.
- Lots of chocolate and juice.
- Promoting Sioum…which leads us to our next topic…

The last few months have been really exciting times for us.  Recently, our music has found it’s way onto tons of blog and review sites.  It has been really motivational for us, as the feedback has been extremely positive.  To name a few:

The Sirens Sound
The Rocktologist
Post-Engineering
I’m So Kvlt

This has all led to a considerable increase in traffic, and consequently introduced us to many new listeners.  Getting our music and name out there is crucial to our success.  In reflecting upon all this, we have decided to make our digital album free to download (with an option to donate).  Before anything else is said, please know that it is because of your support that we are able to do this now.  And of course if you don’t have “I Am Mortal, But Was Fiend” yet – now is the perfect time for you (or your friends) to grab it.  Spread the news and help our music reach people!

Well, that’s it for now.  Hopefully we can have some new material – and maybe some new equipment – by the time we start playing again.  Until then…

-Sioum

February Radio Interviews

So we just finished up with all of the shows we had booked in the last month. We had awesome shows at Reggie’s Rock Club, Double Door, Subterranean, Swing State, The House Cafe, and Finney’s. Thanks to everyone that made it out and all the great bands we played with.

We’re taking a small break in February and we’ll be back March 1st at Reggie’s Rock Club.

Clad In Darkness/Austaras/Sioum

You can pick up tickets here.

In the mean time, check out all the radio interviews we have this month.

WLUW 88.7fm on Feb. 10 8pm

CLC Radio on Feb. 16 12:30pm

Jstreet radio 98.3 on Feb. 17 8pm

Fearless Radio on Feb. 28 9pm

See you soon!

I Am Mortal, But Was Fiend is $5

Hey everyone! For the entire month of December, our digital album will be only $5 with an additional option if you want to help us out-pay what you want. Please spread the word and share this with your friends as all proceeds will go towards our 2011 touring fund. Also, all purchases will include a download code for a 22 minute bonus track.

Click here – - -I Am Mortal, But Was Fiend

Thanks for your support,

-Sioum

First Out of State Show!!!!!

We have been so blessed to be living up here in these northern wastes! We need to thank everyone who has helped us, supported us! December 4th marks a milestone for Sioum. Our endeavors and your support are infinitely linked as to how much we have grown as musicians, as people. Join us in Spirit!!! Or jump in a caravan and carpool over to Indianapolis! Our 1st out of state show will occur a pre-destined 21 months after our first show under codename: ‘mirrek’.  That fateful day…April 4, 2009ad.

We are absolutely grateful for all the unconditional help and support God has given us through our friends, family, and others!

Thank you,
from the bottom of our hearts,
Sioum

p.s.-Growth never ends….

JstreetRadio on WRLR 98.3 FM

We are being interviewed on a local radio station 98.3 FM. Show is from 8-9pm on Thursday 10-14-10. If you’re not in the area you can stream it online here…

To listen, all of the links on are on the left hand side of the main page:
1. Tune to WRLR 98.3 FM anywhere in Lake County, IL
2. Stream on the web at http://www.wrlr.fm/
3. Video and chat http://www.wrlr.fm/

Thank you everyone who made it out to Swing State for our album release! Your support means a great deal to us as we wouldn’t be playing music without you.

On another note, our online store section is being updated soon so here is a link to our bandcamp where our album and CD+shirt combos can be purchased.

http://sioum.bandcamp.com/album/i-am-mortal-but-was-fiend