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Throat Full Of Heart
2008

The Brutal Language
2005

Blasphemous Girl (2 disk)
2004

The Horror Of Beauty
2003

The Shape Of Things To Come (EP)
2003

Ruined & Recalled (2 disk)
2003

Blasphemous Girl (2 disk)
2003

To Britain with love…and bruises
2001

Beauty Fiend
2000

A Prayer under Pressure of Violent Anguish
2000

Terror
1999

Speak & Destroy
1999



Formed in 1999, in the wake of leading the infamous band, Manhole (which later became known as Tura Satana), the My Ruin moniker was originally intended to represent lead screamer Tairrie B's new solo project in which she envisioned recording and touring with various musicians and friends. However, shortly after touring for her first album, Speak and Destroy, Tairrie met up with the man who would soon change her life and her ideas about once again being in a band. In the Knoxville raised, southern graced guitar hero Mick Murphy, she not only found her songwriting partner, but also her muse. As the story goes, girl meets boy, falls in love and the rest is history, which in its strength and dexterity has perpetuated a solid and dynamic base for what has truly become the heart and soul that is My Ruin.Painstakingly passionate about their music in a world where everyone is so quick to jump on the bandwagon, My Ruin has stayed true to what they do and together they form a musical monster that is often imitated but never duplicated. While its easy to be misunderstood when a genre is placed upon you, My Ruin know exactly who they are, a band that hates to be labeled and refuses to play the mainstream game of radio friendly, fast food music commercials that have become the latest trend in the world of rock. We want to do it our way and on our terms states guitarist Mick Murphy, and well define what that means for us. Mick’s songwriting capabilities and musicianship not only spoke to Tairrie on what direction My Ruin should be going, but built upon an already solid devoted band following, which grew, developed and whole-heartedly accepted the musical growth of Tairrie’s original concept.Soon they brought the solo project into a fully developed songwriting partnership with the album “A Prayer Under Pressure of Violent Anguish” released in 2000 which lead to the live album, “To Britain With Love and Bruises” in 2001 dedicated to their UK fans. All of which were released on Snapper Music in the UK and licensed to Spitfire Records in the US. In 2003 My Ruin signed with Century Media Records worldwide and released the EP titled “The Shape of Things to Come” which boasted a 13 minute film noir style movie directed by Miss B herself and quickly set the tone for the full length album “The Horror of Beauty" to follow.It's been said that "if you're not on somebody’s shitlist, your not doing anything worthwhile" and with her brutal statements of intent delivered in a voice ranging from haunting softly spoken words to full blown gut wrenching screams, which give her voice contrast and feeling, it is Tairrie B's uncompromising lyrical content, strong stance on many issues and willingness to speak honestly and openly when it comes to her opinions that has naturally provoked equally strong reactions from both devoted fans and the unrelenting press which she and My Ruin have had an on again off again love affair with since the bands inception. "Mick Murphy is rock & rolls best kept secret" and according to Michael Molenda, the editor of Guitar Player Magazine, "one of today’s most electrifying players, who mutates his love for 70s hard rock and 80s punk into a modern goulash of gargantuan, Sabbath approved riffing". Originally from Tennessee, Mick’s classic old school style adds the texture of melody and grit with the most original tone to hit an amp since Randy Rhoads."The Brutal Language", My Ruin's last release was more than just a working title; it was an eyebrow raising expression of the heaviest rock & roll metal lead by violently sexy word play making a statement of liberation rather than a declaration of revenge. It was the story of a life together, his and hers. Some considered this to be the "quintessential" My Ruin album and the essence of their music in its purest and most concentrated form with no detractions. After a split with the band’s then rhythm section during the making of “The Brutal Language” , guitarist Mick Murphy who was producing the record, decided to re-track the music and play the guitar, bass and drums himself rather than call it a day. Having previously produced & mixed the My Ruin album A Prayer Under Pressure of Violent Anguish, two time Grammy Award winning producer and longtime friend Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Velvet Revolver, Stone Sour, QOTSA, and Rush) was so impressed by the album he decided to mix it. Having the opportunity to work with Nick R at Studio 606 West has given the new album the sound quality to go with the bands new level of musical maturity.Throughout her career Tairrie has focused heavily on the more personal side of her writings with religiously themed lyrics about relationships often inspired by her own life. Self-consciousness will always be an integral part of the My Ruin message while being introspective. "I think she is one of the most underrated yet, influential artists in rock today, while many critics have praised her for her contributions over the years, some still feel the need to make her their target and take shots at her due to the fact that she is a woman and isn't afraid to speak her mind or confront people" said Mick. “The fact is that Tairrie has been a trailblazer for women in metal since the early 90’s and has been blatantly copied many times”.“Mick has always been the main songwriter and driving musical director in the band” said Tairrie. “Although we never expected we would have to record our last album with just the two of us we knew we could do it and we did, however finding a new rhythm section was the next step in rebuilding the band”. While mixing “TBL” Tairrie & Mick met bassist Chris Lisee who ironically happened to be a longtime fan of the band himself. “We felt a connection with Chris immediately and the feeling was mutual” said Tairrie. Soon after, they met French born drummer Matt Lechevalier who with Chris, brought a new and much needed positive energy to the band on and off stage which the fans noticed immediately and responded to by welcoming both new members with open arms. “There is a chemistry between the four of us which, to be honest, I never felt with our previous members. They both have a very powerful stage presence which adds so much to the band. It’s like they’ve been here all along. Having three guys in My Ruin now has helped us to move away from the whole “female” novelty factor that we had felt lumped into over the past few years where the focus became more about the image than the music. It has always been about the music first and we want to focus on that” said Tairrie.With countless shows under their belt and getting to know each other on and off the road, the band decided it was time to write a new album and record together. This is where the story takes a very unexpected turn. After a successful summer tour of the U.K. & France the band began rehearsals and prepared to enter “The Hobby Shop” studios in Los Angeles, Ca. (built & owned by producer Mudrock & Scott Gilman) in early October 2006 with friend Duane Burda on board to co produce the new album with Mick. The night before recording was to commence however, Tairrie was involved in a life changing car accident in which she nearly lost her left arm. “I was the passenger in a car one minute and a patient in trauma the next” said Tairrie. “It was the scariest thing I have ever been through and I’m very lucky to be alive”. ” Instead of postponing the recording she wanted us to go in and begin without her” said Mick. “I was in Cedars Sinai going through the most painful stage of the accident aftermath while the guys were in the studio laying down the music but I was there in spirit, just like they were with me in between sessions at the hospital".After 4 surgeries, (including a skin graft) decided to record her vocals only 6 weeks later with a brace on and a whole lot of meds to get her through the process. “I was heavily sedated and filled with painkillers for the first few weeks after the accident. Mick was incredible and while I couldn’t bare to see the wound myself during that time, he cleaned and dressed it for me daily which was sometimes a very brutal experience in itself. There were definitely times I wasn’t sure if I would ever regain use of my fingers or arm again because the injury was so severe” said Tairrie. Instead of keeping the accident a secret, Tairrie decided to document and share her experience through the bands online blog with words, photos and even video footage. “’I think it was very brave of her to be so open with it all, most people in bands would be too worried about their image to share such a personal thing with their fans and I admire her for that” said Mick. “I feel blessed that I have the band I do today. It’s all so different than before. We’re actually get along and that means so much more when being in a band sharing your life and music with someone. They share our vision and believe in what we do. They believe in me and really helped me pull through the wound and continue to heal” said Tairrie.The new album to be released in 2007(of which the title is being kept secret at the moment) is a look back at the last two years of life in and around the band.”It reflects on everything and everyone we went through; the good, bad and the truly ugly of certain situations. It is also the story of rebirth. The dichotomy of life and death is very present” said Tairrie. “Not only did I lose my father this past year but I nearly lost Tairrie” said Mick whose father passed away a few months prior to the recording. “After the accident I decided to rewrite a few songs on the album because I found a new inspiration in everything I was going through at the time” said Tairrie. While their last album was written in a more metaphorical manner allowing the listener to come to their own conclusions, this time My Ruin have decided to take a few people to task so to speak. "We felt we had something to prove and we did. I had some things that needed to be said and were a longtime coming. It's loud, sweaty, profane, Biblical inspired rock & roll but no, we are not a religious band" said Tairrie. "I simply find certain imagery from the Bible influential when writing whether it be soothing or vengeful. I always have".“This album is My Ruin on fire, redefining ourselves as a band and a force to be reckoned with. We are not reinventing our sound, we are simply perfecting it” said Mick. “Our new songs are heavier, brighter and more intense than our last recordings. Unlike our last album which became a very chaotic experience, this album was well planned, very focused and a pleasure to record. The Hobby Shop had such a great vibe as a studio which was important to us this time around. Duane Burda, who has been a friend of the band for some time shared our enthusiasm and helped us create an incredible album. Looking back at all we went through previous to and while making this record, it really tells our story in a passionate and emotional way unlike anything we’ve ever recorded” said Tairrie.

BRUTAL HONESTY
I have made this page because THIS BAND has changed my life...they have SAVED MY LIFE! Their music is INSPIRING , EMPOWERING ,and INSPIRATIONAL .Their songs delve deep into the HEARTS and MINDS of their listeners and they connect with their audience on a PERSONAL LEVEL.
For this and many other reasons I RESPECT the hell out of them! Over the years their music has made me SCREAM , CRY and FEEL .They have always remained TRUE to themselves now matter what the situation and have constantly come back fighting STRONGER with each new album they release. The LYRICS which Tairrie spill and the MUSIC Mick has written over the years is their own brand of CATHARTIC SELF EXPRESSION which is oftern IMMITATED but never DUPLICATED! My Ruin are a unique band, mixing their distinct brand of RELIGIOUS ICONIC IMAGERY with a "HEAVY METAL SOUTHERN FLAVORED ROCK & ROLL" that is all their own. I have seen them live,up close and IN MY FACE. I have watched them SWEAT, BLEED & BREATHE and done this with them, along with MANY OTHERS. Chris brought a new feeling to the band ON STAGE as though they have been there SINCE THE BEGINNING but it is with the upcoming release of My Ruin's NEW ALBUM and heaviest yet, "THROAT FULL OF HEART" coming in the January 14th 2008(in honor of Miss B surviving a life threatening CAR ACCIDENT in October of 2006 during which she nearly lost her LEFT ARM and was left with a new SCAR that we will finally get to hear the new rhythm section shine IN THE STUDIO and the RETURN OF MY RUIN!
BEAUTIFUL and BRUTAL, My Ruin are driven by the RIFFS and PASSION they live by as a band. Their music makes me feel FEARLESS and BRAVE WITH THEIR ROCK and my LOVE,DEVOTION and SUPPORT as a and FRIEND will remain with them ALWAYS! and as 2007 draws to a close and we have to sadly say goodbye to MATT i am sure we will always love over our time with him as fans happpily and have much heart for him. and we a NEW year, we EMBRACE a NEW member, rock 'n' ruin. 2008 is going to be the best year ever! THANK YOU!
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WELCOME JD/NEW DRUMMER
Sadly Marcelo has to part ways with my ruin! However the band have an amazing new drummer by the name of JD. Cheek out everything Tairrie had to say on the matter and watch an Exclusive new video here...
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THROAT FULL OF HEART : US RELEASE DATE
My Ruin's latest album is set to be released state side on the 19th August 2008. Pick up a copy and be amazed!

INTERVIEW,ALBUM & LIVE REVIEW
Cheek out what the "DREADED PRESS" has to say on all things new. As well as a KILLER interview with MISS B and MICK MURPHY themselfs read it all here...
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MEMENTO MORI VIDEO ONLINE NOW You can NOW see the KILLER new video for the new song 'MEMENTO MORI' from the new album 'THROAT FULL OF HEART' watch it Here
MEMENTO MORI VIDEO

HOME SWEET SILVERLAKE HOME Sadly another AMAZING tour has come to a close. but, you can read what tairrie had to say about it all here, in the
POST TOUR BLOG!

MY RUIN GET A NEW DRUMMER Read all about what going down in one of the bands
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THROAT FULL OF HEART NEW my ruin album in stores NOW!...
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READY FOR BLOOD TOUR NOW OVER Jan 18 2008 7:00P The Fly-Record Release/Birthday Party London-UK
Jan 19 2008 7:00P The Park Peterborough-UK
Jan 20 2008 7:00P The Charlotte Leicester-UK
Jan 21 2008 7:00P The Cathouse Glasgow-UK
Jan 22 2008 7:00P The Moshulu Aberdeen-UK
Jan 23 2008 7:00P Ironworks Inverness-UK
Jan 24 2008 7:00P Carling Academy Liverpool-UK
Jan 25 2008 7:00P The Corporation Sheffield-UK
Jan 26 2008 7:00P Rios Leeds-UK
Jan 27 2008 7:00P Carling Academy Newcastle-UK
Jan 28 2008 7:00P Academy 3 Manchester-UK
Jan 29 2008 7:00P Carling Academy Birmingham-UK
Jan 30 2008 7:00P Concorde 2 Brighton-UK
Jan 31 2008 7:00P Joiners Southampton-UK
Feb 1 2008 7:00P Carling Academy Bristol-UK
Feb 2 2008 7:00P Islington Academy London-UK

It was an amazing tour!


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Oh behlf of Myself and MY RUIN I would just like to say a massive Thank you to everyone who helped by street team and protmoting the 'READY FOR BLOOD TOUR 2008' From the shows i was as there seemed to be a massive turn out and the crouds were amazing. THANK YOU! for all your hard work, it really paid off. The tour was Phenominol!

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