September 2013 | Music Junkie Press

Lzzy Hale and Tom Keifer perform “Nobody’s Fool”

September 7, 2013

Growing up in the 70’s/80’s, I listened to a LOT of ROCK n ROLL. One of my favorite bands from the 80’s was the Philadelphia based blues rock band CINDERELLA. I went to many of their concerts to just to hear the raspy, distinctive gritty voice of Tom Keifer. His vocals were incredible and always drew me to their music. Tom had suffered some nodules on his vocal chords and at one time, left him unsure if we was going to ever be able to sing again. Tom has succeeded in treating his issues with his vocal chords and continues to amaze us with his powerful and amazing voice. Earlier this year, Tom released his solo record, The Way Life Goes on Merovee Records (through WMG ILG) and went out on the first part of his tour in support of the album. Tom has two singles out from this spectacular album, Solid Ground and The Flower Song. We recently brought you our interview with Tom Keifer here where you can find out more about Tom and [Read More]

Ashland Belle is “Bringin Country Back!”

September 6, 2013

When I think of Country Music Buffalo, New York is not the first place or even the 10th place that comes to my mind. But after taking a listen to the amazing new band, Ashland Belle, that has all changed. Ashland Belle has only been a band since late last year and have already created a big buzz with their new refreshing country/rock music. As David Guy, the band’s lead vocalist and co-songwriter explains, “We blend today’s Alt-Country with the traditions of old Southern Rock and Country music’s past.” They recently released their appropriately titled album, “Bringin’ Country Back” and I am loving every song on it. You can head over to Itunes or Amazon to download it and let me know which is your favorite song on it. I couldn’t pick a fave since I am loving all of them! Ashland Belle is David Guy on Lead Vocals & Guitar, Josh Long on Bass and Vocals, John Rosini on Lead Guitar and Vocals and Rob Ferenc on Drums. They have a couple shows coming up that I have [Read More]

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]

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

Interview with Robb Rivera of Nonpoint & Tour Updates!

September 3, 2013

Nonpoint delivers a shot of adrenaline with every song off of their self-titled ninth studio album. If you have been a long time fan of Nonpoint, then you know that this album captures their high energy charisma that exudes from their music. Even though the album was released late 2012, it has been having quite a successful run with the singles off it. The first single “Left for You” had everyone take notice of this album. They had some lineup changes and in 2011 it was like the rebirth of Nonpoint. You really could feel the energetic synergy that these guys were creating and couldn’t help be drawn to their music. You can pick up your copy at your local music store, Best Buy or head over to Itunes for download. Nonpoint has been touring quite extensively every since the release of the album and have a grueling schedule that has had them on tour across the country. They have a lot more shows too, so make sure to check out the tour dates [Read More]

AIRBOURNE is our Tuesdays Travels PICK & Aftershock Festival Spotlight!

September 3, 2013

For our Tuesdays Travels, I wanted to bring you a band that is not only from Australia but is also one of the bands that will be playing at the upcoming Aftershock Festival on September 15th. You may already know about this band since they have been getting tremendous airplay over the summer. Our Tuesdays Travels pick is none other than AIRBOURNE! AIRBOURNE is an intense hard rock band formed in 2003 in Warrnambool, Australia and started by two brothers, Ryan (on drums) and Joel (lead vocals and lead guitar) O’Keefe and David Roads (on rhythm guitar and backing vocals). They were later joined by Justin Street (on bass guitar and backing vocals). These four guys have been rocking all over Australia and New Zealand for years and have had quite a following. Earlier this year, AIRBOURNE released their album “Black Dog Barking” on Roadrunner Records and they have created quite a buzz in the States since then. This year was definitely the year of AIRBOURNE and everyone wanted to know more about this band! [Read More]

Girl on Fire releases “Not Broken” and set to play Aftershock Festival

September 3, 2013

Seattle Rockers, Girl on Fire release their spectacular debut album through Century Media Records, “Not Broken” today . Their first single, “The Takedown” has been getting great airplay and is rising on the charts on Sirius XM Octane. For a debut album, it is packed with energy driven and amazing songs from start to finish. You can pick up your copy today at your local music store, Best Buy, fye, or pick it up online at Century Media Records, Itunes, Amazon. It doesn’t matter where buy it at, as long as you pick up this “gotta have” CD! They currently are out on tour with Buckcherry and will be wrapping up that tour as they take the stage at the Aftershock Festival in Sacramento on September 14th! We will be there to bring you all the Aftershock Festival coverage. We had a chance to chat with Austin as he is out on tour and are pleased to bring you that interview here: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * [Read More]