“Tooth & Nail Records is a strong iconic label that gives us the vehicle and freedom to be the kind of band we aspire to be,” shares I Am Empire about signing to the label.

I Am Empire formed in the summer of 2008 with members Austin Lyons (vocals), Andrew Stanton (lead guitar), Dan Otis (Guitar), Joshua Case (bass/vocals) andEric Martin (drums). The band has recently finished tracking their Tooth & Naildebut in Nashville, TN with producer Rob Hawkins (Disciple, Fireflight).  The debut release will be titled “Kings,” and includes 12 tracks as well as a co-write with Anberlin. More information on this release as well as a street date will be coming soon. I Am Empire’s sound is described by frontman Austin Lyons as a “mix of rock, alternative, and the DIY attitude.”

Media have also been atrracted to I Am Empire as they were named byAlternative Press as one of the best-unsigned bands in America.  They have also been featured on AOL’s Spinner, Substream Magazine as well as named “New Band To Watch” by LIVE105 radio station in San Fransisco.

For more information on I Am Empire, visit: http://www.myspace.com/iamempireand follow the band on Twitter @ iamempire