July 2013 | Music Junkie Press

Skull Jack dishing up some Heavy Metal, southern style!

July 29, 2013

When I think of Tennessee, I tend to think of the music scene that it gives us, but most particularly country artists. After listening to Skull Jack, I will now be grateful for the hard rock/metal scene that has developed. Skull Jack was formed in 2009 by guitarist Dale Sheppard and in the short time since, have accomplished many things. They had won Nashville’s Best New Metal Band award in 2011 and went through an almost complete lineup change. They now have a strong solid group with Eddie Walker on drums, Ryan Lessard on vocals, and Kevin Buttler on Bass. These four guys each started in music at quite a young age. Together with their combined experience have created their unique sound of hard rock, metal and a touch of Southern Rock. After Dale and Eddie working together to write new material, what they completed is a strong sound 3 track Demo. I had the opportunity to listen to the demo and it completely rocks with some raging metal strewn in. The first song, [Read More]

Most anticipated CD Release, Sway by Blue October

July 25, 2013

With less than a month away, I am having a hard time containing my excitement for what is my most anticipated album release. Their seventh studio album “Sway” by Blue October is set to release on August 20th and it is definitely one I have been anxiously waiting for. I have been a long time lover of Blue October and their emotionally driven music that truly has a life of its own. Their music has been there for me in my darkest times as well as my most celebrated moments. They are like that true friend that is always there for you; whether it is to ride out the storms or admire the beauty of the rainbows. You can’t call us fans of their music, because once you fall in love with their music, you become a family. I can’t tell you how many times I have heard from people about how Blue October changed their lives, helped them through their deepest struggles, kept them going and inspired them to be a better person. I [Read More]

Some Fear None, A must see band from Sacramento!

July 25, 2013

Sacramento, CA rockers, Some Fear None have a new CD out that you have to get your hands onto and your ears listening! I first saw this incredible rock band over a years ago as they opened up for Burn Halo and Smile Empty Soul. We were blown away by the energy these rockers bring to the stage. You have powerful vocals by Nathan Giguiere, intense guitar work by Chuck Carrasco, slamming bass by Gina Salatino and pounding drums by Jason Weisker. You put these four together and you are completely captivated by their unique rock sound that blends everything from metal to alternative, to grunge and more. Their debut CD, “Break Hold and Elevate” is a work of art as you get a fusion of sounds reminiscent of early Deftones, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden as well as other bands like Three Days Grace, Seether, and more. They truly have created their own unique sound and don’t try to put themselves into any particular genre or subgenre of music. They do what they are best at, [Read More]

Violent Soho is back with “Hungry Ghost”

July 24, 2013

Let me refresh your memories about a band that I have loved for several years. I first encountered them as I moved from San Mateo to Santa Rosa (wine country in Northern California). It was a hard move for our family and we felt like we were so far away from everything, San Francisco nightlife, trips to LA, the whole music scene. But then two weeks after moving here, we ended up at the local Best Buy as they had a live concert with a band from Australia that was to perform. A Rock/Alternative/Grunge band!! We were so excited as we waited the two hours and then got to watch the most intense energy driven band perform in this small 10 x 10 area of Best Buy. There might have been maybe a 100 customers and these guys performed at 150%, as if they were performing for a stadium! It was intense. Here is the video of their big hit, “Jesus Stole my Girlfriend” that day and the band is Violent Soho: Well [Read More]

STICKMIKE delivers old school punk rock!

July 24, 2013

Sometimes you just need more punk rock in your life…. Right now is that time for me. I got a quick listen to a band from Australia that I just fell in love with! Let me introduce you to Stickmike and get ready to jump and shout! You definitely can’t call them a new band since they have been around since 2004 and giving the Down Under their punk rock. These four guys; Neil Dick on Lead Guitar, Todd Stephenson on Bass and Vocals, Joey Pangilinan on Drums and Scott Stephenson on Vocals and Rhythm Guitar are from Sydney and named their band after taping some hockey sticks together to be used as a microphone. Here is a video for one of their latest songs, ‘This One’s For You” which is off their CD titled, “Imagine if We Tried” and available on Itunes here. This song is like an anthemic energetic song reminiscent of my love for Material Issue and AM TAXI. Take a listen and get hooked!! These guys have put out several demos but it is [Read More]

Number Station revives Alternative Hard Rock with new EP!

July 23, 2013

Number Station It is finally here!! The wait is over and you have to get your copy of Number Station‘s new EP. I had told you about them a few months ago and are proud to say that I just picked up the new EP and it is everything they promised it would be. I LOVE IT! I am cranking it up loud now, and it just delivers intensity, adrenaline fused alternative rock that will take over your senses! Here is my old post as well as an update with the new songs: * * * Sometimes you just need your music a bit heavier!! Well if now is that time, Number Station is the band for you. I recently got their EP sampler sent over and it was one of those rare moments. Those moments when I was in the middle of multitasking a hundred things at once, going over the list of things to have to get done and then popping the CD in. The first song that played was “The Invisible Fire” which [Read More]

Tuesday Travels takes you to Greece for Daylight Misery

July 23, 2013

Opa! Opa! For today’s Tuesday Travels, I take you to a wonderful land of incredible coastlines, stunning architecture, home of my favorite foods; feta, spanakopita and baklava. Emerging from this far away land is an incredible dark metal band, Daylight Misery. Daylight Misery is Vassilis Mazaris on Vocals, Stamos Kordas and Vassilis Batilas on Guitars, Giannis Filippaios on Drums, and Q_Snc on Keyboards (Session). These guys are currently working on their new album, “The Great Absence” which is slated for a Fall release date through I for an I Records. Their cover for the album is by Seth Siro Anton and you can check it out here: We will keep you updated as to an official release date but for now turn up the speakers and check out their video for “Erynnis Funeralis” as well as their video for “Silence” which are both off the upcoming album. ~ Enjoy, Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Daylight-Misery/262166540120 Twitter: www.twitter.com/DaylightMisery1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/DaylightMiseryband