The High Court To Unleash Puppet Strings July 24; Rock N' Roll Debauchery To Follow On Vans' Warped Tour

LOS ANGELES (Top40 Charts/ I Surrender Records) - 'LIFE, LOVE, LUST, DEATH, PARTYING. No metaphors, just things worth talking about,' says John 'JB' Brown, lead singer of South Jersey's The High Court (THC anyone?). Such a bold statement certainly applies to the band's young career. In just over a year, The High Court has wholeheartedly dedicated themselves to their music. They have proven themselves a worthy adversary of any challenges with Puppet Strings, their debut release that hits stores on July 24th, 2007, on I Surrender Records.

After touring together in a variety of metal bands, guitarist Lou Cuello, drummer Denny Carvell, and bassist Kyle 'Shell' Shellhammer wished to return to their rock roots. In desperate need of a lead singer, the trio sought unconventional help by placing an ad on Craigslist. Their only response came from JB, simply stating, 'Ill sing my ass off.' With rhythm guitarist Mike Matranga added to the lineup, The High Court was complete. It only took one rehearsal in Lou's living room to discover that they had created something huge.

The High Court holds a special place in their heart for the debauchery of rock and roll, indulging their hedonistic tendencies with '2 Much Love 4 1 Woman' and 'The Refresher Course'. While the band shamelessly disregards any form of subtlety in their exploits, The High Court goes about even the tawdriest subject matter with an undeniable swagger and charm. This isn't to say that they focus solely on the benefits of a rock-star lifestyle. The soft croon of 'Heaven on the Horizon' tugs at the heartstrings, while 'Like a Ghost' and 'Whisper to the Clouds' offer a glimpse into a depth and emotion not often channeled this poignantly by such young songwriters. This empathetic reflection on such heavy subject matter offers a nice repose, adding a dynamic which is greatly missing in most bands. No matter the subject, anyone can count on The High Court to bring ear-catching choruses, powerful guitar solos, and an undeniable presence to the table.

The High Court is already loaded up with tour dates, including a stint on this years Vans Warped Tour. The summer of Puppet Strings is ready to begin, unleashing twelve hard-hitting songs that will undoubtedly leave the fans humming. To anyone who disapproved, the ex-lovers and ex-friends who doubted The High Court or any of its members, they need look no further than the title track of Puppet Strings, which states: 'Life is a bitch, but it won't bring me down.'