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Sunflower Girl: Jill Jack is a the top of her game. By Patrick O’Heffernan

May 24, 2014

By Patrick O’Heffernan, Host,  Music FridayLive!  A wide-ranging, tightly crafted, deeply personal, pleasure-center-stimulating gift from one of the country’s most talented musical artists. I first saw Jill Jack at a club in Hollywood and she electrified the room with her unique high energy, woman-centered, heart aching country rock.  Jill Jack is amazing, awesome, fabulous and any other adjectives you can come up with for a talent that puts on a show that blows the stage away with musical fireworks.  So I got a copy of her most recent album, Sunflower Girl, to see if she is as good in the studio as she is on stage.  The answer is a definitive yes. Jill Jack and her band have opened for some of the greats of country– Bob Seger, John Waite, Emmylou Harris, Shawn Colvin, Patty Griffin, Dan Fogelberg, Marshall Crenshaw, Chris Issak, and Loretta Lynn. She has played to sellout crowds at SXSW , the Ann Arbor Folk Festival, The Bluebird Cafe and  New York’s The Living Room  among others.  There is even a PBS documentary about her scheduled for broadcast later this year. [Read More]

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Ronnie Ficarro’s new single will have you begging for more new music!

May 24, 2014

With the departure of Ronnie Ficarro of Falling in Reverse and Max Green‘s introduction as the new bassist, it just means we get to hear new music by Ronnie! Ronnie wasted no time in giving us all a taste of his solo project as he released an amazing new track. Reminds me of my favorite quote: “Do not go where the path may lead,  go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson  Ronnie Ficarro released his song, Runaway and it is amazing! It has a very punk pop feel with a rock edge. Vocals are engaging, complete with emotionally driven lyrics and is a very catchy tune. It really leaves me begging for more new music by Mr. Ficarro! The song really highlights the talent of Ronnie and his stellar songwriting skills. Some of my favorite lyrics of the song are: “Hoping and I’m praying I’ll face my fears Find what I’ve been looking for all these years” Check out the song here on Spotify:   or you can [Read More]

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Brody Dalle solo album Diploid Love OUT NOW and she starts tour tonight at Slim’s

May 21, 2014

Brody Dalle‘s Debut Solo release, Diploid Love is available now on CD and Vinyl. This solo album is a deeply personal album as it takes the listener on a journey about life, creating it, living it and surviving it. Brody spent a year writing, playing, recording and co-producing her first solo album, a riotous blast of punk rock with a pop sheen that storms through ideas about the modern age, triumphing against the odds and even spirituality. The ex-Distillers front woman co-produced the album with Alain Johannes (Arctic Monkeys, Them Crooked Vultures, Mark Lanegan) at his studio, and at her and husband Josh Homme’s studio Pink Duck, both in California. “I’ve always had a hand in crafting how it’s going to sound and hearing it and trying to make that happen. But it’s the first time I’ve put my name on something for production,” she says of the release.  Brody wrote all the songs and played almost all the instruments you can hear on the album herself, with a few incredible guests that included Shirley Manson [Read More]

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Zendaya makes a stop in Texas at the Pharr Events Center

May 19, 2014

Zendaya made a stop at the Pharr Events Center in Rio Grande Valley in Pharr, Texas for her show this past weekend on May 17th, 2014. Check out the amazing photographs from our contributor Randy Salazar here:   Zendaya currently has her self titled debut album out now which features her hit song, “Replay”.  Make sure to visit her social media sites and stay up to date on her latest news as well as a complete list of tour dates. Information & Links: Website: http://zendaya.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Zendaya Twitter: https://twitter.com/Zendaya iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/zendaya/id685027988

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Interview with Austin Winkler and he is back, stronger than ever!

May 15, 2014

  “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson   When I think of the above quote, my favorite quote, it always reminds me of how strong you have to be to when you are faced with creating your own path or destiny. It inspires me when I see people make that great leap of faith and head off into that new path and become an even stronger person. I believe a great example in this is watching Austin Winkler as he has forged ahead in the new chapter of his musical career.  It was last year that we brought you the news of Austin‘s departure from Hinder, but then to hear how he was going to continue with a new musical venture, I was truly elated. Austin has one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in the industry and I couldn’t wait to hear what he has in store for us. He invited us in to witness the [Read More]

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Jesse Denaro’s debut album, Dear Love is out TODAY!

May 13, 2014

The dedication and passion that Jesse Denaro has put into his writing of his debut album, Dear Love is taking center stage today! Singer/Songwriter Jesse has done a wonderful job at creating an album full of emotionally driven lyrics, songs that connect the listener and engages them on his musical journey.  It is quite a superb journey to be a passenger on as you will experience the ups and downs of life, love and loss.  You can pick up the new for purchase at iTunes and is also streaming at the following sites;  SubstreamMagazine.com, MSN.com and RelevantMagazine.com. You can check out one of my favorite tracks, Young & Naive here:   Jesse‘s music is magical and his honest emotions shine through his passionate vocals with such a vulnerability yet a sense of comforting. It is an album that you will fall in love with, regardless of what your main love of music may be. His sound transcends the blurred lines of genres and creates a clarity through song.  I will leave you with my absolute favorite track which I must have [Read More]

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The Pretty Reckless announce tour dates for the Going To Hell Tour

May 13, 2014

We have just received the announcement of the Going To Hell 2014 Tour by The Pretty Reckless!  Their headline tour kicks off on September 10th in Boston, MA at the House of Blues and will run through to November 8th in New York.  Hard Rockers Adelita’s Way will be opening for part of the tour and additional support is soon to be announced. Tickets are on sale HERE.  Don’t worry though, you don’t have to wait until September to get your TPR fix! They are playing several festivals including Rock On the Range, Rocklahoma, Monster Energy’s Fort Rock, Rock Fest Kansas City, among others. Check out the tour dates:   May 13 – Omaha, NE – The Waiting Room May 16 – Peoria, IL – Peoria Civic Center May 17 – Columbus, OH – Rock on The Range Festival+ May 18 – Inwood, WV – Summer Jam+ May 20 – Augusta, GA – Sky City May 22 – Little Rock, AR – Revolution Music Room May 23 – Pryor, OK – Rocklahoma+ May 25 – Anthony, TX [Read More]