NEWS

10.08.08:
Vidz. Two new videos in the downloads section.

1.05.08: Gig:
YO YO YO Arsey Rob takes to the stage at Big Blue on Friday June 27. Come down and get phucked up on Ninja Beats.

08.02.08: Facebook
Are you on Facebook like everybody-fucking-else? of course you are. If you're not then WHY NOT? Everybody is, you loser! Anyway, Facebook is a bit shit, but if you're a member you can become an official Facebook-style fan of Arsey Rob. Just click here.

01.09.08: Not much going on round here.
No news updates for a while. There's probably a reason for that.

01.06.08: Band
Arsey Rob joins the wonderful Dust Collectors. Check them out if you haven't already.

21.5.07: Bounce It Loose EP
Records are expensive to make, that's why you can download the brand new Bounce It Loose EP for FREE. Nice eh? Visit the Downloads section, or simply click here.

18.5.07: Short Notice Ahoy!
Arsey Rob will be playing next Wednesday (May 23) at 5 Lamps with Dutch noise feinds RA-X, Staplerfaher, Bas Verbeek and Franz Fjodor.

29.4.07: 30
Arsey Rob is 30 today. Jesus... 30!

18.2.07: Airplay
Incase you missed it the first time, Marcelle can Hoof is repeating the exclusive "Press The Bass Button" mix, recorded live and quite stoned in her living room! Tune in to Another Nice Mess on Febuary 20 at about teatime GMT

8.2.07: Airplay
One Dog, Two Straws broadcast on Resonance FM by Marvin Suicide. To listen, download the podcast for show 107 from www.marvinsuicide.org. Download all the others too and give your ears a treat.

1.2.07: New release
There's a new record in the pipeline. A limited edition 12" EP featuring four new pumping tracks. Watch this space for updates.

18.12.06: Videos
Three (yes THREE) new videos for your viewing pleasure in the Downloads section.

12.12.06: Pics
Hot-foot it to the Images section and check out the photos from last nights show at The Magnet in Liverpool.

23.11.06: Cowboy Democracy compilation
New and exclusive track Duff McKagens Exploded Spleen will appear on the forthcoming compilation by local CDR label Cowboy Democracy Recordings. Limited to just fifty copies and coming in a hand-sewn gingham wallet, this is going to be the essential new year accessory for all you Arsey Rob completionists out there.

7.11.06: Another Nice Mess
Apologies to anyone tuning into Another Nice Mess to hear the latest Arsey Rob live session and being greeted with a weird error message. Apparently there were electricity and server problems at the DFM Radio headquarters in Amsterdam. The session will be broadcast next week (November 14) at 6pm GMT.

3.11.06: Gigs!!
Two more chances to see the fabulous Arsey Rob live experience. November 24 at The Vaults, Derby and December 11 at The Magnet, Liverpool. Get your shizzle on etc etc.

27.11.06: The Radio
I've recently discovered Resonance FM and urge you to do so also. That is all.

16.10.06: Stressed Vol. 3
The fine new compilation is now available to buy for only £3 from Stressed Records. Twenty tracks of local goodness including, amongst others, You Slut, Dragonflies Draw Flame, Plans & Apologies, Lardpony, Fixit Kid, Dr Coca-Cola McDonalds and of course Arsey Rob. Please support Stressed Records, the Derby music scene and all the hard work Phil has put in.

1.10.06: Pics
Check the Images section for live pictures from the ZXZW Festival and recording in Marcelle van Hoof's living room.

27.9.06: Upcoming Airplay:
Another exclusive live mix recorded for Marcelle Van Hoof at Another Nice Mess (recorded in Marcelle's living room in Amsterdam!) to be broadcast November 7. Write it down so you don't forget.

20.8.06: Stressed Records Volume 3:
Brand new track "The Fatal Sneeze" to appear on the next Stressed Records compilation. Released date TBC. Keep checking Stressed Records for updates and info.

1.8.06: Gigs
Here's where you can catch Arsey Rob live in the coming weeks and months:

  • Saturday August 12: Ponce In The Park. on stage around 6.45pm
  • Sunday September 24: ZXZW Festival Tilberg, Holland
  • Friday October 20: Supporting The Mail Order Brides at The Vic, Derby

9.7.06: New Track
I've had this lying around for a while so i figured i'd upload it for people to hear: Inverted Pyramid of Piffle

18.5.06: Airplay.
Ballad of the Loch Ness Monster played by Rob da Bank on Radio 1 as part of a Derby special. Big thanks to Phil from Stressed Records for his negotiating skills, and also to Rob and Louise for their time and dedication.

14.2.06: Another video.
Long time friend and Arsey Rob cohort, Dr Enrico Durango has at last finished his video for Corrugated Flue Tubes. Four years in the making, the film features footage of four consecutive bonfire nights, manipulated to resemble the inner workings of Arsey Rob's head. Pretty cool huh? Watch it here.

2.2.06: Review.
Album review by Shane at Unpeeled Magazine. Click here to read it. DO IT.

18.1.06: Live mix online.
Ever wanted to go to an Arsey Rob gig but can't be bothered / are unable to leave the house? Well now you can find out what it's like simply by downloading this epic 35 minute live set! Originally made for Marcelle Van Hoof at Another Nice Mess and first broadcast October 2005. Get it here. (NOTE: For the ultimate gig experience play at maximum volume with the lights out while holding a can of larger and pretending you can see)

12.1.06: Video online.
Hey kids! Check out the awesome video for There's A Tiger On The Boat. Made by local artist and film-maker Chris Tree and starring Keith Durant and a Hotpoint fridge. Download the video here.

10.1.06: Review.
Another top review, this time by Theo Ploeg at Fade Out Mag. Read the article here, or click here for the translation.

1.1.06: Happy New Year.
omg 2006 already! Happy new year to everyone who's come to my gigs, bought my CD's or said nice things about me. Best wishes for 2006!

21.12.05: ArseyCam.
Ever wondered what Arsey Rob is doing RIGHT NOW THIS SECOND? Well, now you can find out. Simply click on the ROBCAM button at the top of this page for an up-to-the-minute live feed directly from his cubicle.

21.11.05: Gig.
December 4th = Padley Centre Charity Fundraiser at First Floor in Derby. Featuring Concertina Turner, The Jesus Years, The Death of Artists, The Little Explorer, Lardpony, The Dust Collectors, Arsey Rob, ChrisMartin(TM), Twinkie and Fixit Kid. £4 on the door. First band on around 5.30.

19.10.05. Review
Great album review by Chris Sharpe in The Wire. Read it here!

3.10.05: Review.
"You might even think you could do something like this yourself at home. But admit it, you didn't. And probably couldn't. ARSEY ROB did, and it's quite a lot of fun." - Sam Saunders @ Whisperin & Hollerin

20.9.05: Review.
Another great review, this time by Andy Best at High Voltage. Read it here.

15.9.05: Airplay.
Brian Peppers Sits & Stares played by Rob da Bank on BBC Radio 1.

14.9.05: Review.
Stole My Girlfriend reviewed by Dave Procter in Septembers issue of Tasty Fanzine. Read it here.

12.9.05: Review.
Album reviewed by the lovely people at Vanity Project. Go here and check it out right now!

6.9.05: Airplay.
Thanks to Marcelle van Hoof for playing tracks from the album over the past 4 weeks. Also, listen out on October 18 for an exclusive 35 minute minute Arsey Rob mix on Marcelle's show

17.8.05: Airplay
"Brian Peppers Sits And Stares" played by Marcelle van Hoof at Another Nice Mess in Amsterdam. Visit www.dfm.nu or www.anothernicemess.com for more info and to listen again.

11.8.05: Album available.
The waiting is over, Arsey Rob Stole My Girlfriend is now available to buy online. Visit Releases for more information and the shop to purchase using Paypal.

1.8.05: Gig.
August 25 2005 sees Arsey Rob take to the stage at Hunting for Teeth, upstairs at Susumi, Derby. The show will feature material from the new album and projections by local film maker Chris Gregory (hopefully!)

5.7.05: CD's arrive.
That's right! Arsey Rob Stole My Girlfriend is now a reality. It's going to take a couple of weeks to finish off the artwork and assemble them so keep checking back here for further details. Meanwhile, visit the downloads section for a brand spanking new tune from the new album - There's A Tiger On The Boat.

20.6.05: Mastering.
Just got back from Mantis Recordings where a chap called Martin has mastered the album. I don't understand what mastering is exactly, all i know is it now sounds great! Special thanks for Martin for his time and effort.

18.6.05: Thanks.
Thanks to all who made it to the Vic last night to see The Death of Artists, Dr Coke, Trademark and myself. I had a great time, I hope you all did too!

11.05.05: Website launched.
Welcome to Arsey Rob dot com. Come back regularly for up to date info on the all the latest gigs and releases. Special thanks to Julie West for help with the site.

28.4.05: Gig.
Date: 17/6/05. Where: Victoria Inn, Derby. Playing with Trademark, The Death of Artists, and Doktor Coca-Cola McDonalds. £TBC.

10.4.05: Album nears completion.
The hotly anticipated and much talked about debut album - Arsey Rob Stole My Girlfriend - is reaching it's closing stages. All that remains is the final master and artwork preparation. There's no formal release date as yet, but hopefully it will be available sometime over the summer. Stay tuned for further details and preview tracks