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Seether announces 2015 tour dates with Papa Roach, Kyng and Islander

Posted: November 5, 2014 in Band, Concerts, Entertainment, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal, music, New Music, rock, Tour, Video
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Seether have just announced their tour dates with Papa Roach and special guests; Kyng and Islander. The month long tour will start off on January 9th at House of Blues in Myrtle Beach, FL and wrap up on February 7th in Las Vegas. Check the dates below:

1/9/15 Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues
1/10/15 Orlando, FL Hard Rock Live
1/11/15 Atlanta, GA Tabernacle
1/13/15 Philadelphia, PA Electric Factory
1/14/15 Silver Spring, MD Fillmore
1/15/15 Ledyard, CT Foxwoods Resort & Casino
1/17/15 Montclair, NJ Wellmont Theatre
1/18/15 Boston, MA House of Blues
1/20/15 New York, NY Terminal 5
1/21/15 Bethelehem, PA Sands Entertainment Center
1/23/15 Detroit, MI Fillmore
1/24/15 Milwaukee, WI Eagles Ballroom
1/25/15 Chicago, IL The Riviera Theatre
1/28/15 Waterloo, IA McElroy Auditorium
1/30/15 Houston, TX Bayou Music Center
1/31/15 Dallas, TX Southside Ballroom
2/2/15 Wichita, KS Cotilion
2/3/15 Denver, CO Fillmore
2/5/15 San Francisco, CA Warfield
2/6/15 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern
2/7/15 Las Vegas, NV The Joint

You can pick up tickets as well as a variety of VIP or meet and greet packages by visiting http://www.seether.com/.  We are excited to see a San Francisco date so we can bring you full coverage of the show.  Check out Seether’s awesome music video for their song, Same Damn Life:

You can also check out the latest video from Papa Roach for their song, Face Everything and Rise:

Kyng is another great band that we have brought you a lot of coverage and can’t wait to see once again. Here is a tribute video for their song, I Don’t Believe featuring footage and photos from their Sacramento show:

Another highlight will be to catch Islander, they were the highlight at this year’s Mayhem and Aftershock Festivals. Check out our feature on them here: Islander.  Make sure to mark your calendars and pick up your tickets! You can also visit the social media sites of all the bands and stay up to date on their latest news.

~ Marisol

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The Grounds release new single, Lilac

Posted: October 22, 2014 in Alternative, Alternative Rock, Classic Rock, Grunge, music, New Music, New Release
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The Grounds from Calgary are set to tickle your classic rock fancy with their new single, Lilac. These young musicians have breathed fresh new life into the alternative rock scene with hints of classic 90’s grunge and dipped in pure classic rock bliss. Their music is well beyond their years as they show a great level of maturity in their sound, evolved and well developed. Check out their new single, Lilac and you will hear what I mean:

You can pick up the single on iTunes here and make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news.

~ Marisol

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Check out The Grayces video for Do It To Me as their album is set to release this week

Posted: October 11, 2014 in Band, Classic Rock, Grunge, music, New Music, New Release, Psychedelic, rock
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Nashville is definitely not just the home of country music and has been giving us the gift of great rock bands lately. One notable band to check out is The Grayces which have a classic rock style meshed with psychedelic grunge. It is a refreshing new style that will capture your attention. The Grayces are set to release their new album, Westing this Tuesday, October 14th. Check out their video for their song Do It To Me:

The Grayces are:

  • Iz Stone – Vocals & Guitar
  • Chas Cantrell – Drums
  • Patrick Ward – Bass

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1) Posthumous Fame
2) Walls of the Dead
3) Rattlesnake
4) Drop in a Bucket*
5) Do It To Me*
6) Mercy Kill
7) Terminator
8) Skin
9) Old Man
10) Westing
11) Mona Lisa
12) Lord & Gods of Alcohol*

Make sure to pick up Westing on Tuesday and also visit their social media sites. We will be bringing you a review of the album later this week.

~ Marisol

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BullyWest proves that nothing can stop their need to Rock!

Posted: September 11, 2014 in Americana, Band, Blues, Concerts, Entertainment, Folk Rock, Grunge, Indie Rock, Interview, music, New Music, rock
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BullyWest, an indie rock band from Oakland may have had to weather a few bumps in the road, but these determined rockers prove that nothing can stand in their way and their need to ROCK! With a sound that blends grunge/rock/alternative/blues/americana and classic rock into their own unique style, they will truly capture your attention. We had the chance to see BullyWest perform at The Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, last Saturday night and they blew us a way. I was bummed to have not heard of them before because it would have insured Music Junkie Press’ presence at their performances!

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The band has had to endure through the recent challenge of having thousands of dollars of their gear stolen at a recent show. This in no way, will stop them from forging ahead. Their fans and friends quickly stepped up with support and they held a benefit concert with Iron Heart, Six Gun Saints and other bands performing at Red Hat. They raised some money but still have an upward climb to replace their gear. They have created a GoFundMe campaign and you can check it out here and see how you can help: http://www.gofundme.com/di3a3g.  We had the opportunity to talk with members of the band after their bad ass set at the Phoenix and are pleased to share that with you here:

Their set was really spectacular and had me already thinking about their next show. Manny on guitar and vocals is really mesmerizing, he has a soulful voice that brings back flashbacks of early Chris Cornell. He brings out this great emotion through his songs. Shane on bass is a madman and has a great stage presence, he lays down his bass lines as he is bouncing around his area. Bernt on drums delivered a solid heavy set and you can feel his energy. These guys are great and I can’t wait to catch them again. Check out the photos by our Rockin Ryan of their set:

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Make sure to visit their social media sites, support them on their GoFundMe or share the links, and be sure to stay up to date on their latest news. I will leave you with several videos from their set at the Phoenix.

~ Marisol

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Dreamers from Brooklyn are creating a buzz with their new video, Wolves

Posted: August 5, 2014 in Alternative, Alternative Rock, Band, Grunge, music, New Music, New Release, Video
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Dreamers, the rock trio from Brooklyn are creating a buzz with their new video, Wolves and deservedly so! The video for Wolves was filmed on Hi8, directed by Nikolai Vanyo and animation provided by Nick Wold. The filming on a Hi8 brings the retro style which is perfect for the romantic werewolf storyline. Check out the video here:

Wolves is the first single from Dreamers’ upcoming album This Album Does Not Exist, which is set for release on November 18th. Their style brings a fresh take to grunge rock sprinkled with psychedelic tones. Definitely a band you will be hearing a lot more from.

Dreamers is:

  • Nick Wold
  • Chris Bagamery
  • Nelson

Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news.

~ Marisol

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EMPIRES announce the upcoming release of Orphan as major label debut

Posted: August 5, 2014 in Alternative, Bands, Bottle Rock Napa, Entertainment, Grunge, Indie Rock, music, Music News, New Music, New Release
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Empires was one of our featured bands for Bottle Rock Festival and they did an awesome job and were one of the festival highlights. Empires have announced their major label debut Orphan, out September 23rd on Chop Shop/Island Records. Produced by John Congleton (St. Vincent, The Black Angels, Explosions in the Sky), Orphan is a collection of songs immersed in classic post punk and indie rock n’ roll circa 1989-1991, exploring the sonic adventures and emotional heft of artists such as Roxy Music, Wire, and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds. Check out their track, Please Don’t Tell My Lover here:

 

From the first time I listened to Empires, I was taken back to the nightlife of the ’90s as I would go club hopping and enjoy grunge, alternative, and mod.  It was a time for you to feel the music and literally have it take over you. Empires are an Indie Alternative band from Chicago that do just that. You can’t help but listen to them and be “in the moment”. Fantastic songwriting, blended with grunge vibes, alternative style, and stirring vocals make this band have the winning combination.

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The band is currently on the road with Chain Gaing of 1974, are looking forward to playing this year’s Austin City Limits and plan to spend all of 2014/15 on the road. Pre-orders will be available starting August 19th. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news.

~ Marisol

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Radio Black working on new album and this is definitely one you want to be part of!

Posted: July 16, 2014 in Alternative, Alternative Rock, Band, Grunge, Kickstarter, music, New Music, New Release, rock
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It was only a couple weeks ago where we told you about the great new song, Run Away by Radio Black featuring Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins on drums. You can read that original post here. The grunge three piece rock band, Radio Black recorded the song at Dave Grohl‘s studio and home of the famed Sound City mixing console, Studio 606.  “Run Away,” is the first song off a to-be-announced upcoming album.  Check out the new song here:

They recorded three songs for their new album, which was recorded and produced by John “Lou” Lousteau, Fireball Ministry front-man and “Sound City” documentary producer Jim Rota, and Brad Smith of Blind Melon and features  appearances from studio players including Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne), Chris Chaney (Jane’s Addiction), and Mick Murphy (My Ruin, Chevy Metal).

Now they are ready to finish this album and you can be a part of the making of this highly anticipated debut album. The band hopes to raise $12,000 to go back to the studio where they recorded the first 3 songs of their debut album, using the Sound City Neve 8028 analog mixing console, previously graced by the likes of Nirvana, Rage Against The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fleetwood Mac, Paul McCartney and of course, the Foo Fighters.  Incentives range from digital MP3 downloads, to personalized thank you videos, and fans can even pledge to receive executive producer credits on the album.

Head over to their Kickstarter campaign page for more information or to pledge a contribution here: http://kck.st/Wd9muU

This band has such a great grunge/alternative style with hints of seventies classic rock, complete with compelling vocals, catchy chorus and melody rich in tones. I look forward to what Radio Black has in store for us.  The powerhouse trio consists of lead singer/guitarist TJ Courtney, drummer Derek Geldhill, founding member of Smile Empty Soul, and bassistDan Kremer, a seasoned touring musician.

About recording at Studio 606 with the same Neve 8028 analog mixing console previously used by his childhood musical inspirations including Nirvana, Rage Against The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Foo Fighters – Radio Black lead singer/guitarist TJ Courtney explains, so he “Recording the song was somewhat of a nerve-racking experience. The first couple days at 606 were devoted to sorting out instrumental arrangements, tracking drums, bass, and guitars. Everything was going very smoothly and I felt very comfortable, until it was time to track vocals. Maybe it was just my nerves, but after spending time in the studio and working with some of the amazing rock musicians involved days prior, I now felt intimidated,” He continues, “More jitters started to pop up when I started thinking about all the artists that had recorded in the room recently, like Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, and Trent Reznor.The first mic setup didn’t seem to be a good match for my voice, and things weren’t clicking right off the bat…We took a much needed lunch break and I was super nervous thinking, ‘What if I can’t get these vocals down? This whole thing would be a bust.’

 Luckily, after lunch Lou returned with a different mic and after channeling every ounce of his confidence, Courtney was able to try again. “I calmed myself down and just tried to relax and connect with the song, instead of thinking about all the other crap. Then I felt a moment of calm and belted out the first take on the chorus. It felt good! Then Rota and Lou both chimed in, ‘That’s what we’ve been looking for man! Nice Job!’ Then it was smooth sailing from there.” 

 About the inspiration for “Run Away” Courtney explains that it’s a song “about taking risks in life and having the courage to abandon your prejudices, restrictions and anything else holding you back from being who you really are.”

So stay tuned for more new music by Radio Black and make sure to visit their social media sites.

~ Marisol

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Lullwater is grabbing everyone’s attention as they are out on tour with Blacklite District

Posted: July 15, 2014 in Alternative Rock, Band, Grunge, music, rock, Tour
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There is a great band that I must tell you about! They are Lullwater from Athens, GA and I am hooked on them. Their sound can be described as a grunge, rock,  or alternative. Whatever you want to call it is fine with me, I just call it damn fine music! Lullwater  have just headed out on tour with Blacklite District and they are capturing everyone’s attention with their energetic rockin sets. They will be touring well in to September so make sure to get yourself to a show. The tour dates are as follows:

  • 7/16     Clifton, NJ                                          Dingbatz
  • 7/17     Wantagh, NY                                      Mulcahys
  • 7/18     Cranston, RI                                       1150 Oak Bar
  • 7/19     Lawrence, MA                                    Claddagh
  • 7/24     Niagara Falls, NY                               The Evening Star
  • 7/25     Pottsville, PA                                      Goodfellas
  • 7/26     Washington, WV                                The Pourhouse
  • 7/29     Dayton, OH                                        Oddbody’s
  • 7/31     Fredericksburg, VA                            Hard Times Cafe
  • 8/08     St. Petersburg, FL                               Octave
  • 8/15     Corpus Christi, TX                              Theos
  • 8/16     San Leon, TX                                      18th St. Pier
  • 8/23     Bismarck, ND                                     Rise Festive at Missouri Valley Fairgrounds
  • 8/27     Crest Hill, IL                                       Bada Brew
  • 8/28     Chesterfield, MI                                 Diesel
  • 8/30     Battle Creek, MI                                 Planet Rock
  • 8/31     Bangor, MI                                         Hogg Bash X
  • 9/01     South Bend, IN                                  Cheers
  • 9/03     Cudahy, WI                                        Metal Bar
  • 9/04     Jefferson, WI                                      Rox
  • 9/09     Minneapolis, MN                                Fine Line

Lullwater is:

John Strickland – Rhythm Guitar & Vocals
Brett Strickland- Lead Guitar & Vocals
Joseph Wilson – Drums
Roy Beatty – Bass

They currently have their self titled debut album out that has been stuck on my playlist for the past week now! You can pick it up on iTunes here. You have searing vocals, dirty and fierce guitars, alternative rockin style from start to finish. With solid tracks like Blind, Albatross or Waste Yourself, you will be drawn in to the world of Lullwater.

Make sure to visit their social media sites and we will see if we can bring you an interview with vocalist, John.

~ Marisol

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Radio Black premieres new song featuring Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins on drums

Posted: July 2, 2014 in Alternative, Alternative Rock, Band, Grunge, music, New Music, New Release, rock
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Grunge three piece rock band, Radio Black has premiered a new song, “Run Away” featuring Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins on drums.  The song, which was recorded at Dave Grohl‘s studio and home of the famed Sound City mixing console, Studio 606.  “Run Away,” is the first song off a to-be-announced upcoming album, which is recorded and produced by John “Lou” Lousteau, Fireball Ministry front-man and “Sound City” documentary producer Jim Rota, and Brad Smith of Blind Melon and features  appearances from studio players including Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne), Chris Chaney (Jane’s Addiction), and Mick Murphy (My Ruin, Chevy Metal). Check out the new song here:

 

It is a great grunge/alternative style song with hints of seventies classic rock, complete with compelling vocals, catchy chorus and melody rich in tones. I look forward to what Radio Black has in store for us.  The powerhouse trio consists of lead singer/guitarist TJ Courtney, drummer Derek Geldhill, founding member of Smile Empty Soul, and bassistDan Kremer, a seasoned touring musician.

About recording at Studio 606 with the same Neve 8028 analog mixing console previously used by his childhood musical inspirations including Nirvana, Rage Against The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Foo Fighters – Radio Black lead singer/guitarist TJ Courtney explains, so he “Recording the song was somewhat of a nerve-racking experience. The first couple days at 606 were devoted to sorting out instrumental arrangements, tracking drums, bass, and guitars. Everything was going very smoothly and I felt very comfortable, until it was time to track vocals. Maybe it was just my nerves, but after spending time in the studio and working with some of the amazing rock musicians involved days prior, I now felt intimidated,” He continues, “More jitters started to pop up when I started thinking about all the artists that had recorded in the room recently, like Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, and Trent Reznor.The first mic setup didn’t seem to be a good match for my voice, and things weren’t clicking right off the bat…We took a much needed lunch break and I was super nervous thinking, ‘What if I can’t get these vocals down? This whole thing would be a bust.’

 Luckily, after lunch Lou returned with a different mic and after channeling every ounce of his confidence, Courtney was able to try again. “I calmed myself down and just tried to relax and connect with the song, instead of thinking about all the other crap. Then I felt a moment of calm and belted out the first take on the chorus. It felt good! Then Rota and Lou both chimed in, ‘That’s what we’ve been looking for man! Nice Job!’ Then it was smooth sailing from there.” 

 About the inspiration for “Run Away” Courtney explains that it’s a song “about taking risks in life and having the courage to abandon your prejudices, restrictions and anything else holding you back from being who you really are.”

So stay tuned for more new music by Radio Black and make sure to visit their social media sites.

~ Marisol

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Seether premieres new music video for “Words as Weapons” and countdown to album release of Isolate and Medicate

Posted: June 15, 2014 in Band, Entertainment, Grunge, Hard Rock, Metal, music, New Music, rock, Video
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Seether has been getting a lot of great attention for their first single, Words as Weapons from their forthcoming album, Isolate and Medicate. The song is already in the Top 10 and is climbing the Active Rock Charts. The album is set to release on July 1st and Seether released another track, Suffer it All earlier this week.  Now you can check out the official music video for Words as Weapons. The video, which was shot at the historic Vasquez Rocks, was inspired by the work of French expressionist, Jean Conteau and his 1949 film, Orpheus.   Check it out here:

 

Everybody is getting excited for the new album release on July 1st and Seether have also confirmed a special album release show at The Gramercy Theatre in New York City. A limited amount of tickets for the July 1st performance are on sale here:http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00004CCAD578C565

If you like this song as much as I do, you can get it as an instant download when you pre-order the Isolate and Medicate frm iTunes here. Seether is currently on tour in Europe and will be returning for a headline tour this Winter. In addition, stay tuned for the announcement of summer dates as well.

Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on the latest Seether news.

~ Marisol

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