May 2013 | Music Junkie Press

Battlecross releases new single, “Force Fed Lies” and album artwork and title

May 29, 2013

Time to heavy it up with some new Battlecross! Coming from Detroit, MI, Battlecross just released today their title and art work for their upcoming new album. War of Will is set to release on July 9th which was co-produced at Audio Hammer Studios and is on Metal Blade Records. What is even better is that also released their first single of the album, “Force Fed Lies” which will have you fist pumping and head banging without hesitation in the first few seconds. They definitely will please the ears of classic heavy metal as well as the new heavy metal sub-genres. It will leave you with wanting more and counting down the days until July 9th. While you are waiting you can put in your Pre-Order for the CD as well as take a look at the great bundle packages they have that might include t-shirt, poster, wristband, beer mugs and more. Take a look and order today here. Take a listen for yourself right here: Battlecross has an extensive list of upcoming shows this summer [Read More]

Northern California prepares for the big one… Aftershock Festival 2013!

May 29, 2013

For so many of us here in California who love big over the top Rock Festivals, we have to plan our vacations and fly out across the country to satisfy our need! Whether it be the great festivals like Rock on the Range, Welcome to Rockville, Rocklahoma, etc we have craved those kind of ‘bigger than life” shows with big name headliners. Well, it is now time for Rockers across the country to plan their trips to come to our Northern California “Monster Energy’s Aftershock Festival” which is being held this September. Last year they had their first show and this year, have extended it to a 2 day festival on September 14th & 15th, with a lineup that is sure to satisfy everyone’s need for Metal and Rock. In addition to the lineup below, they will be announcing another headliner to the list on July 1st! So make sure to mark your calendar! They will be offering a special ” Pre-Shock” discounted weekend tickets that are set to go on sale from June [Read More]

Black Veil Brides release new Lyric video for “Revelation”

May 28, 2013

Revelation This morning at 10 am PST, Youtube was the place to be and they are continuing to get a whirlwind of traffic. Why? Of course, because thousands of fans all over went there to listen and watch the Lyric video for Black Veil Brides, new song ‘Revelation”. Lead Singer Andy Biersack explained a bit about the song on his Instagram post: “Tomorrow the official lyric video for “Revelation” will be released. When writing this song it was originally meant as a sort of “sequel” to “Fallen Angels” however due to time constraints in the process of making the last record we were never able to complete it, but now it’s ready and we can’t wait for you all to hear it and sing along!” You can watch it here: I checked it out and the views skyrocketed in the first minute, and the likes went climbing to over 2,000+ in the first hour! I think it was great and I really liked that it was filmed at one of my favorite places on the [Read More]

Midnight Cinema delivers harmonious symmetry at its finest

May 24, 2013

I wanted to tell you about a new band which is more like reacquanting yourself with a long lost friend. Midnight Cinema is composed of members of the highly successful band, Thriving Ivory. It is not as much a reincarnation but more of an evolution of their creative talents. Clayton Stroope will have you again, magically transported as his vocals take you on an emotional journey that truly touches your soul. Drew Cribley’s melodic guitar playing will heightens your senses and Paul Niedermier brings it all together on drums. Midnight Cinema is truly harmonious symmetry at its finest. They are currently working on their EP that will be released in July and if you are near San Francisco, you can join us in going to their EP Release show on July 11th. They have recently shared their first “hit” off the EP titled, “Hurricane”. I say “hit” because it really is incredible and I can see it having a rapid climb on the charts. I love it. Here is the video for “Hurricane” That [Read More]

Station – our featured band from Rocklahoma lineup not to be missed!

May 23, 2013

Station I told you about Station last week and as promised, here is our interview with Pat. Take a read and you can get to know more about this incredible Rock Band from New York. Also included below is our original post on them! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: How did Station form? Pat: Station formed in September of 2010 when I met our guitarist Chris. We found each other through the NY music scene and set up a jam session/audition with each other. From that moment on, Chris and I have been working together. * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Who does the writing or is it a collaborative effort? Pat: There is no set way we write. Sometimes it’s one of us with an idea or a group effort. Either way, once we start fleshing out the song, it takes on a life of it’s own that truly makes it sound like Station. Station is the sound of [Read More]

Zach Sobiech touched many lives, Rest in Peace

May 23, 2013

Zach Sobiech May 22, 2013 I just received the news that the talented musician and wonderful soul, Zach Sobiech that I interviewed last December has passed away on May 20th. We all knew that Zach had just a few months to live since we spoke with him back then but it just breaks my heart. His positive outlook on life and death, truly touched me and I believe every person that he was in contact with was also touched by his fighting spirit and his pure love for all. He will be truly missed but never forgotten. His advice and words will live on and we can all learn from this brave young man. Here is a video documentary that SoulPancake made about Zach and his Last Days. Here is the video of the Celebrities Clouds video: Lastly, here is our tribute video to Zach Sobiech, we used his Go To Song for it, “Who Needs Air” by The Classic Crime. I have also included our original interview with him. Please watch the video [Read More]

Surrender the Fall’s Jared Cole talks with Music Junkie Press

May 22, 2013

Let me tell you about a band that I have been listening to lately and DAMN THEY ROCK! They are Surrender the Fall from Memphis and they have a new album out that you are going to have to check out! Their debut album “Burn in the Spotlight” is now out on RUM BUM Records and is really having everyone take notice of these guys! From start to finish, they deliver energy driven songs that are emotionally charged and engage you from the first note. We had the chance to talk with singer, Jared Cole before he headed out to play at last week’s Dysfunctional Family BBQ Festival in New York. We are happy to share with you that interview: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much Jared for talking with us here at Music Junkie Press where those who are addicted to music, get their fix! Now let’s talk about Surrender the Fall. What are you guys currently up to? [Read More]