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We As Human interview and highlights from Aftershock Festival

September 18, 2013

This past weekend was one of the largest (if not, the largest!) festival in California; Monster Energy Aftershock Festival held in Sacramento over the weekend.  Saturday morning, We As Human  from Nashville, TN were the first band to play the main stage and they truly set the perfect tone for the weekend. HIGH ENERGY, IN YOUR FACE, BALLS TO THE WALL, ROCK N ROLL! Sometimes festivals start off with a band that puts out a mediocre performance and then builds them throughout the day. Well this time, that was not the case. We As Human came out and just got the crowd energized and ready to Rock. Fans with their fists in the air, came running up to the main stage as they walked through the gates, completely drawn in by their music. Who are the guys behind We As Human? Well, you have Justin Cordle on Vocals, Adam Osborne on Drums, Jake Jones and Justin Forshaw on Guitars and Dave Draggoo on Bass. Combined, you have a band that not only delivers intense music but creates a bond with [Read More]

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Interview with Lydia Can’t Breathe as they set out on tour with Otep

September 18, 2013

Lydia Can’t Breathe, Florida rock/metal band has just hit the road to tour with Otep. These metal fused rockers deliver catchy progressions as they blend growling and natural vocals and wrap them in forthright vocals. They have a sound that will have you wanting more. They have been furiously working on their second album and are set to release this gem of material on October 1st. Recently they released one of my favorite music videos for their first single off the album, “Time“. Check it out here:   We had the opportunity to interview Kyle Bolduc, lead vocals/guitar and are pleased to bring that you that here: * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Can you tell us how Lydia Can’t Breathe started and have you added a permanent bassist? Kyle Bolduc: “I started jamming out with my drummer that I went to high school with, we started cutting class to practice, and eventually we got Dan to come join us. We do have some old [Read More]

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Righteous Vendetta release video for “This Pain”

September 17, 2013

I love Metal with clean vocals and a lot of kick ass double bass. My prayers have been answered as I put on some Righteous Vendetta! These guys completely deliver everything you want in Metal and more! They have recently released their Official Music video for their KICK ASS song, This Pain. Singer Ryan Hayes told Noisecreep, “‘This Pain’ was a song that came to us as we witnessed people in our personal lives become victim to suicide. The song exists to speak to both young and old that no matter what pain you may be going through in life it can be overcome. Love is the key and it is all around us. The video was a visual representation of what we wanted ‘This Pain’ to be.” Check it out here:  These guys truly know how to give us what we want with clean metal vocals, heavy double bass and shredding guitar work. They are set to release their full length album, The Fire Inside on October 8th and you can get your pre-order [Read More]

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Interview with the Shredders of Shreds of Insanity!!

September 17, 2013

If you were lucky enough to see the “Shreds of Insanity” guitar exposition last month at Carvin Hollywood, you know that it featured some of the most talented young shredders! Presented by Century Media Records, Dunlop Manufacturing, and Cleartone Strings, straight from the world famous Sunset Strip at the Carvin Hollywood Pro Audio room, featured four metal shredders. Jake Dreyer of WHITE WIZZARD, Parker Jameson of STARKILL, Dave Silver of SAVAGE MESSIAH and Rick Di Marco of DEATH DIVISION.  The showcase included a Q & A with the guitarists as well as solos, lick battles and an incredible all guitar rendition of Scorpions hit, “Rock You Like A Hurricane”.  You can check out this incredible video that features the highlights of the show:   Full Show Video:   In addition, Music Junkie Press was honored to interview several of the members and are pleased to bring you the interview here: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: How old were you when you first started playing guitar? Parker Jameson: [Read More]

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Our Tuesdays Travels pick DIR EN GREY is set for US Tour!

September 17, 2013

Japanese Rockers DIR EN GREY announce their US Tour and is set to start it off in Dallas Texas on November 3rd. They will be setting out on a headline run of 14 North American dates to include SAN FRANCISCO! This will be their first tour in two years and everyone is excited about their return. Lead vocalist Kyo suffered damage to his throat that led to the band’s hiatus. DIR EN GREY has a sound that transcends cultures and have led them to legendary status overseas.  Once you take a listen you will be impressed by vocalist Kyo, guitarists Kaoru and Die, bassist Toshiya and drummer Shinya.  I am hoping many of you already knew about this band since they have been around for over 15 years but I wanted to make them our Tuesdays Travels pick so you can make sure to check the tour dates and get yourself to one of their shows. Check out the tour dates and make sure to follow them on all their social media sites!   ~ Marisol   [Read More]

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Butcher Babies release video for “Magnolia Blvd.”

September 5, 2013

BUTCHER BABIES release their video for “Magnolia Blvd.”  and it is definitely one to watch! This is their first music  video from their debut album, “Goliath” and was directed by Daniel Gomez (EYES SET TO KILL, BUCKCHERRY). I love the concept behind the video and I appreciate the fact that it didn’t have an overly gorey scene which seems to be so prevalent in today’s musici scene. Check out the video here:   BUTCHER BABIES have been garnering a lot attention and were hailed as the breakout band on the 2013 Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. They are set to head out in support of DANZIG and have also been added to the SHIPROCKED CRUISE in January. Check the tour dates below and get yourself to a show! Their live performance will have you adrenaline filled and screaming for MORE! ~ Marisol Upcoming Tour Dates: SEPTEMBER 14: Sacramento, CA – Discovery Park  BUTCHER BABIES with DANZIG: OCTOBER 08: Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution 09: Tampa, FL – The Cuban Room 11: Nashville, TN – Marathon [Read More]

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Black Label Society release video for their cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine”

September 4, 2013

Black Label Society debut music video for “Ain’t No Sunshine”  which is off their upcoming CD/DVD “Unblackened” which is due out on September 24th! Check out the great video that definitely highlights Zakk’s humor, here:   This CD/DVD is set to have two covers and is currently available for Pre-Order on Itunes here.  You can also head over to the label which is giving away a signed CD booklet and poster to the first 200 orders. Get your order QUICK! The DVD/CD is going to be quite amazing. It was filmed and recorded earlier this year at famed Los Angeles’ “Club Nokia”.  Zakk Wylde is playing both guitar and piano, joined by Nick Catanase on guitar, John DeServio on bass/vocals, Chad Szeliga on drums, Derek Sherinian on keyboards/piano, and Greg Locascio providing additional vocals.  It is going to be a definite Black Label Society treasure so make sure to get your pre-order in! ~ Crank it up loud, Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.zakkwylde.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zakkwylde Twitter: https://twitter.com/zakkwyldebls Instagram: http://instagram.com/zakkwyldeBLS Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/zakkwyldetv Itunes Pre-Order: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/unblackened-live/id684447594 EOne Entertainment Pre-Order: http://www.indiemerch.com/eonemusic/item/22001