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Interview with Sam Hughes of The Sammus Theory

April 28, 2013

These past couple of days I have found myself listening to the new album by The Sammus Theory, “Entitled Anonymous”. On April 23rd, they released their third album and it is by no surprise outstanding. This album really delivers strong hooks, heavy power and is filled with their passion to rock. The Sammus Theory is Sam Hughes on Vocals, Kyle Welnel on rhythm guitar, Jeremy Tabor on lead guitar, Brent Gilliland on bass and Marshall Harrod on drums. Together they create the powerhouse rock that will have you engaged from the first song to the last. I will get you a full review of this CD soon but for now I wanted to share an interview we recently had with Sam Hughes. You can check it out here: Head over to their website where you can get your own copy of “Entitled Anonymous”. You can get your digital copy, physical copy or my preferred: BOTH! Tell me which are some of your favorite songs. So far, I really love, “Scarlet Letter Devil”, “Entitled Anonymous” and [Read More]

Hard Rockers “Heaven Below” continue their rise

April 28, 2013

All my friends here in California already know about this great hard working rock band, Heaven Below but now it is time for EVERYONE to know about them. My son Ryan had met their lead singer and guitarist, Patrick Kennison at NAMM 2012 and we had their music blasting on our 7 hour drive home. They have such an intense energy throughout their songs as they deliver “in your face rock” which we all need more of now and days. Heaven Below rose from Los Angeles and has not stopped since. We had the chance to see them earlier this year at House of Blues Anaheim during NAMM 2013 and the place was packed. They always bring such a great crowd and if you ever see them coming to a town near you; Fly, Drive, Walk or Crawl to get to that show. You will be infused with high octane levels of rock and roll and will now be part of the Heaven Below family. You can get to know more about Heaven Below [Read More]

Interview with Adam Hall of Another Lost Year

April 24, 2013

Last year I told you about a great new band, Another Lost Year from North Carolina. They have been doing non stop shows and their songs have been getting a lot of great airplay. We had the opportunity to interview guitarist, Adam Hall and we wanted to bring that interview to you. Also I have included below my original post on this great band. So check out the interview with Adam where you can learn about which was the most influential rock albums for him, or one of his favorite moments from the Showboat RockFest last year or when are they coming back to the West Coast! We thank Adam for his time. We hope you can all check the tour schedule on their website or on my list below, and catch their adrenaline filled concerts. Enjoy, Marisol ______________________Repost of August, 8, 2012______________________ Allow me to introduce you to a great new band that hails from Charlotte, NC, “Another Lost Year”. Once you take a listen, I am sure you will be hearing a [Read More]

Check out The Wearies from San Francisco!

April 18, 2013

I have to tell you about this great new band from San Francisco, The Wearies. They remind me of a modern day improved version of the Byrds fronted by Elvis Costello. You have the feel good energy flowing and you just can’t sit back and listen; you have to MOVE! You can definitely call them a fun rock band with just the right amount of pop blended in for good measure. Truly a musical fusion you are going to enjoy similar to another one of my all time favorites, Joe Jackson. The Wearies has Erik Mullins on vocals and guitar, Robbie Martinez on lead guitar, Kevin Michael on Bass and Adam Monroe on drums. I really hope to catch this band soon since I am already singing along to their songs that I listen to on their website. You will love America Miss, where they truly shine with their edgy pop/new wave sound. Here is a video fro that song: If you are lucky enough to live near San Francisco, you can catch them at their [Read More]

Road Crew is coming to Rock Your World!

April 15, 2013

Last Friday night I had my faith in rock and roll restored by a local rock band that just will have you craving more! Road Crew is from Santa Rosa, California (wine country just north of San Francisco) and Friday they were playing at one of the last venues we have here for enjoying live rock shows, The Last Day Saloon. We are still in shock over news that it will be closing in May. After the one and only rock station, the FOXX closed just a couple years ago, I was beginning to fear that rock and roll was dying in this area. I found myself making weekly trips to San Francisco, Sacramento and even Los Angeles to make sure I was getting my fix of rock and roll bands. I was so excited to find out that this great rock band, Road Crew was from right here! These four guys are rock and roll personified. They definitely have what it takes to keep the rock scene alive and they have the sound to prove [Read More]

Deftones bassist, Chi Cheng dies at age 42

April 14, 2013

It is a sad, sad day for music today. We lost another great one, Chi Cheng, bassist for Deftones had battled for four years to survive a devestating car crash on November 4, 2008. Chi has spent most of his time in a coma and recently he was thought to have shown signs of improvement and showing signs of conciousness. Chi lost his battle at 3 AM on April 13th. The following statement was posted by his mother on their site www.oneloveforchi.com Our dearest Family, This is the hardest thing to write to you. Your love and heart and devotion to Chi was unconditional and amazing. I know that you will always remember him as a giant of a man on stage with a heart for every one of you. He was taken to the emegency [sic] room and at 3 am today his heart just suddenly stopped. He left this world with me singing songs he liked in his ear. He fought the good fight. You stood by him sending love daily. He knew [Read More]

Joshua Adams feeds your heart and soul with his vocals

April 13, 2013

Today I wanted to bring a very special artist interview to you. This week we are featuring the amazing talented rock vocalist, Joshua Adams from Las Vegas. Joshua brings his powerful vocals to life and it flows with such emotion which reminds me of my other favorite singer, Myles Kennedy. You really have to take a listen and I am sure you will fall in love with his voice! Here is his video for his absolutely wonderful and uplifting song, “Everything Will Be Alright”. This song simply feeds my heart and soul, and you can’t help but feel serenity. UPDATE: Joshua has a Kickstarter Campaign for his upcoming Acoustic Tour!! Details here. We made our pledge so make sure to check it out and get Joshua to play in YOUR Town!! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: First, I have to tell you that the first time I heard your voice, I seriously got chills. You have such an amazing [Read More]