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Spotlight Band: Check out Latvian classic rockers Quickstrike and their latest video”Rebel Radio”

January 3, 2022

If one of your resolutions for 2022 is to check out new bands, I have a great one for you to start with. Latvian classic rockers Quickstrike are set to release their debut album “None of a Kind” on February 11th via Rockshot Records. The high energy band is ready to fuel you up with nonstop 80’s era rock n roll. About the band A no-nonsense experience of raw guitars, sweet tones, genuine vocals, and sweet emotions, each Quickstrike song is an event of its own and it’s all real to reel. Offering an all-around chamber of good ol’ classic rock n’ roll, the band delivers an authentic “what-you-get-on-the-record-is-what-you-get-live” experience. Take it or leave it, no refunds, as you will not want any – guaranteed. They are an encounter that will leave you dazed, amazed, crazed, and definitely craving for more. From beautiful harmonies to flamin’ high-octane performances (literally). This is a package that has been missing since the likes of Aerosmith and Guns n’ Roses. This is a band you can’t afford to miss.Establishing [Read More]

Buster Shuffle announce new record and share new single “New Badge For My Uniform”

December 3, 2021

London based ska/punk/rock band Buster Shuffle announced a brand new record today. “Go Steady” will be released March 18th, 2022 via the band’s own label Do Nothing Records. In addition the band also shared their new single/video “New Badge For My Uniform”. After the devastating effects of the pandemic and other troubles on tours in Great Britain and Europe, which directly affected British artists, Buster Shuffle decided to finance the album through crowd funding and use the power of the fans to spread the Shuffle-gospel far and wide. Bandleader Jet Baker comments: “It was a few hard years with the pandemic and therefor we thought that we ask our loyal fans, that grew with us for more than 10 years, to help us release the album. We have never done something like this, but we saw other bands working with their fans successfully to release music and we thought that our time has come now.” Jet turned at the peak of the lockdown to the friends of punk music, to release a bad-ass AA-side-7-inch-single “Unsung [Read More]

Reef release new single “Shoot Me Your Ace”

November 23, 2021

Following a run of outstanding summer festival appearances, Glastonbury rockers Reef announce the release of their new single “Shoot Me Your Ace”, produced by former Duran Duran / Power Station guitarist Andy Taylor. The band’s new single “Shoot Me Your Ace” is a joyful blast of raw soul-power, this no-holds-barred, uptempo rock’n’rollacoaster of a record is accompanied by a death-defying video shot in the middle of motorcycle stunt show Demon Dromes’ notorious Wall of Death. Lead singer Gary Stringer comments: “As a rock song ‘Shoot Me Your Ace’ just works. It’s immediate. We opened with it at the festivals this summer and everyone gets it straight away. When you have a blinding rock song like this, you need an adrenaline-fuelled video, so to work with the folk at Demon Drome was spectacular. Their skill and bravery really adds to the excitement of the song”. And what a song! Stringer’s signature raspy vocals soaring forward over Jack Bessant’s similarly infectious, driving bass. Add to this the dual guitars of Jesse Wood and producer/ honorary member Andy [Read More]

Don Broco share new single “One True Prince”

August 8, 2021

Don Broco have released their new single ‘One True Prince’, taken from the forthcoming new album “Amazing Things”, which will be released on the 17th September via Sharptone Records. The track sees Don Broco shine a light on their slower and more immersive side, presenting the band in a completely new way. Colossal guitars, thunderous drums, and enchanting vocals dance together in a captivating ebb and flow, channeling their inner Deftones to paint a detailed and evocative picture with a stunning sonic palette. The accompanying video compliments the expansive vibe, set in the very center of a vast and desolate landscape. As the band musically explores their sound the video’s protagonist explores their beautiful surroundings, traversing the unknown terrain in search of something completely out of this world. Lead singer Rob Damiani comments, “’One True Prince’ is about finding comfort in the fact that whatever you’re going through and however bad it may feel, nothing lasts forever. “In these moments I try to remind myself how insignificant I am. Just one person amongst billions, on [Read More]

Bad Touch release cover song “Can’t You See”

August 8, 2021

Stepping into the brand new Marshall Studio with legendary producer Chris Sheldon (Foo Fighters, Gun, Feeder), Bad Touch have recorded a heartfelt cover of The Marshall Tucker Band’s signature song “Can’t You See”. Vocalist Stevie Westwood said “It’s such a great song, both the original and the Black Stone Cherry versions are out of this world. We hope that our one stands up with them, it was a lot of fun to do.” Released ahead of their November 2021 tour, Bad Touch were one of the first bands to enter the new state of the art Marshall Studio recording studio. The Marshall Studio is a state-of-the-art recording facility located at Marshall Amplification’s global headquarters in Bletchley, Buckinghamshire built around a 70’s Neve 8048, heavily modified and customised for Marshall by Neve specialist Blake Devitt. Stevie Westwood described working there as “an amazing opportunity. After such an awful 18 months for the music business, to be invited to such a space was a real gift… and we thank Chris for making our tunes sound interstellar.” Stream/buy [Read More]

Spotlight Band: Interview with thrash metal rockers Crystal Shades

June 11, 2021

Just in time for the weekend, we are ready to give you an adrenaline filled punch of metal and rock with emerging rockers, Crystal Shades. This band is one you want to keep your eyes on as they are set to make their mark on the music scene. Bringing in blends of old style thrash metal and hard rock, you can’t help but bang your head, put your hands in the air and unleash your energy! We had the opportunity to exchange videos for an interview and are pleased to bring that to you here: Check out a couple of their videos here: Their new music is exactly what we need more of and now it’s time to pick up some cool merch and crank up Crystal Shades for your neighbors! The band are working on new music so make sure to head over to their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crystalshadesband Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2gGE7rRuBV1pjFxs8EPZvZ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLJIhU7DAbvSXfcisndFIUg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystal_shades_official/ Merch site: https://crystalshadesofficial.bigcartel.com/

Interview with Sussana of Star Crystal Band & Watch their new video for Come On Baby

June 9, 2021

One thing we can all agree upon during these crazy times is Music makes everything better! During the shutdown, we were able to find so many great bands that have been keeping us sane during this music pause. One of those bands is a kick ass rock band from Ukraine, Star Crystal Band. We were able to conduct an exchange video interview with Sussana of Star Crystal and we are pleased to share that with you here: We are so excited for their new music. UPDATE: Star Crystal has just released their video for Come On Baby. You can check it out here: We can’t help but feel the adrenaline from their music as it brings out straight up rock n roll. Make sure to follow their social media pages for their latest news. Information & Links: Website: http://www.starcrystalband.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/starcrystalband/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/starcrystalband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starcrystalband/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZwpSgIhlBlS1NGrWAy84wA