Founder of Smelvis Records Elvis Cortez (Transplants / Left Alone) has become the Nike of punk rock. Once he sets his mind to something he just does it! Not only did he just release Hooligans United: A Tribute to Rancid through Smelvis Records, but also his string of release parties held April 10-12 rival the…
After twenty years Rancid has made an indelible mark in the music scene earning the respect and honor of fans and bands worldwide. To celebrate this milestone, Smelvis Records is releasing Hooligans United A Tribute to Rancid on April 14. Packed with 51 tracks on 3 vinyl LP’s or 2 CD’s, bands from a variety…
Elvis Cortez is often described as the hardest working musician around. Being in three touring bands, owning a record label and many other projects leave little time for anything else. Elvis’ band Left Alone supported The Interrupters at their record release show on August 4 at The Roxy in Hollywood, CA. It was a busy…
