December 2013 | Music Junkie Press

Highlights of our Holiday Q and A Special 2013!

December 25, 2013

This year were able to bring you so many great answers to our Holiday Q & A from so many great musicians, artists and more. Today we feature the highlights of our Q & A Series and make sure to check out all the 5 Part Series! Our Holiday Highlights includes: Michael and Monte Money – Money Brother$ Justin Emord – Love and a.38, Bassist Josie Stevens – Designer, TV Personality Tavis Stanley – Art of Dying, Guitarist Kenny Kweens – Villains of Vaudeville, Vocalist, Musician Kent Brooks – Like A Storm, Bassist, Vocals Siren Sycho – Death Koolaid, Singer Brody DeRozie – American Monster, Guitarist Justyn Vynn – Guitarist, Solo Artist Fiona Kernaghan Singer, Songwriter Ed ManDevil – Switchblade Serenade, Bassist Diamante Bovelli – Diamante, Singer Morten Garberg – NiteRain, Drummer Dean Pizzazz – Wayland, Bass Adrien Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist Joel Hoekstra – TransSiberian Orchestra, Guitarist Michael and Monte Money Money Brother$ What is the oddest gift you have ever received? Michael Money: In 2009 a fan gave me a Gizmo doll from japan just [Read More]

Day 12 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Zakk Wylde

December 25, 2013

This is it! Our last day of 12 Days of Guitarists and it goes to none other than the MOST BAD ASS GUITARIST…… Zakk Wylde!!! Zakk shreds like no other!!! Zakk has been very busy this year. He released with Black Label Society, “Unblackened”, the new live DVD/Blue Ray and CD. The double disk release not only featured a stripped down approach to all the classic hits like “Stillborn,” “The Blessed Hellride,” “In This River,” “Throwin’ It All Away,” “Losin’ Your Mind,” but fierce guitar solos that you love from Zakk. There is also bonus material that includes photo gallery, music video and Interview with Zakk. Make sure to pick up your copy to add to your Zakk Wylde collection. Zakk also teamed up with Death Wish Coffee to bring you their newest addition, Valhalla Java!! This is the kind of the coffee that you need after one of those nights when you think nothing can wake you up! Death Wish Coffee Co. known as The Responsible Coffee Company with an Irresponsible Product Try at Your Own Risk! Check [Read More]

Countdown of 14 Bands That Will Rule 2014, #1 goes to HARLOT!

December 24, 2013

Today is the Day….. We made it to the No. 1 Spot on the Countdown of 14 Bands that Will Rule 2014….. The Number 1 Band That Will Rule 2014 is…….HARLOT! I know that you may be thinking, Woa, wait a second. Harlot? They don’t have any music out, how could they be on the list??? Well, let me tell you….. wait and see because Harlot is going to have Global Domination in 2014 and everyone will know Harlot and their music. Harlot is a band that has been 2 years in the making and the time is now for them. HARLOT is Danny Wornsop (Asking Alexandria) on Vocals, Brian Weaver (SilverTide) on Bass, Bruno Agra on Drums and our very own Day 1 of 12 Days of Guitarists; Jeff George (Sebastian Bach) on Guitar. We first heard the news of Harlot early this year and also had the opportunity to chat with Jeff George as he told us how Harlot began. You can read that interview here. We have been really excited about this [Read More]

Day 11 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Satchel of Steel Panther

December 24, 2013

Today is not only Christmas Eve but we are on Day 11 of 12 Days of Guitarists! Today we feature Satchel of Steel Panther. Just yesterday, Steel Panther ranked in at the Number 2 Spot for bands to rule 2014 and today is Satchel‘s day. You might be surprised to find a guitarist from a so called “parody band” on the list, but Satchel has the full package! He not only shreds on his guitar and has incredible solos, but also one of the best stage presences EVER! Yes, it may be, because he personifies all the great ’80 rockers/metal heads into his own style but nonetheless, he is a BAD ASS and DAMN FUN to watch. Check out Satchel in the tribute video that Rockin Ryan put together which includes footage and photos from their San Francisco show at the Regency Ballroom earlier this year. Satchel is on tour with Steel Panther and next year they are releasing their highly anticipated new album, All You Can Eat. Make sure to catch him out [Read More]

Countdown of 14 Bands That Will Rule 2014, #2 goes to Steel Panther!

December 23, 2013

We made it to the #2 Spot and it is time to have some F**KING FUN with our Rock N Roll!! So for #2 I bring you Steel Panther! 2014 is going to be a very big year for Steel Panther. They are set to release their highly anticipated new album, “All You Can Eat“. Steel Panther fans or should I say Fanthers, have been anxiously waiting for new music to follow up their highly successful last album, Balls Out. Some may only know Steel Panther as a parody band personifying the glam/metal lifestyles of the ’80s but you may know that they are DAMN talented musicians. Michael Starr on Vocals has one of the best vocal ranges and his high notes will have you thinking you are on the Sunset Strip in 1985. Lexxi Foxxx pounds out some slamming bass as he whips his hair and primps in the mirror. Satchel on guitar embodies a true Guitar God, with the moves, stage presence and he KICKS ASS on the guitar. His solo will have [Read More]

Day 10 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Steve Stevens

December 23, 2013

Only three spots remain on our 12 Days of Guitarists for 2013 and Day 10 goes to one of my personal favorites; Steve Stevens. Steve is most notably known for his 30 year career as guitarist and songwriter for Billy Idol. Steve is also know for his solo work, collaborations as well as frequently playing with the all star band, Camp Freddy and other projects including soundtracks. Just this past weekend Camp Freddy had three sold out packed to gills shows at The Roxy. Steve was there and he was just a madman on his guitar as usual. I didn’t get to catch him at the most recent Camp Freddy shows but I have seen him many times perform with Billy Idol and he is just spectacular live! One thing is for sure about Steve, he can play so many different styles and make them his own. His guitar playing knows no genres or boundaries, just pure talent all the way through. He truly perfects one of my most favorite styles; flamenco. When he performs [Read More]

Holiday Q and A Special, Part 5

December 22, 2013

Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer, Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist, Dean Pizzazz – Wayland, Bassist. Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist, Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist, Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist, Tommy Girvin – Eddie Money Band, Guitarist & Mr. Tommy * * * * * Here we go with Part 5 of our Holiday Q and A Special with a whole new batch of musicians and artists.It is that time again, when you deck the halls, pull out the decorations, pour some Eggnog and sing Holiday songs. It is a time to get nostalgic and remember the past holidays. How about others? What was their oddest gift? Favorite Holiday Food? or Whose family tradition is eating the Rib? Here you go, Part 5 of our Holiday Q & A Special where we asked various musician and artists the same questions. In Part 5 we are pleased to feature the following: Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist Dean Pizzazz – Wayland, Bassist Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist [Read More]