Month: February 2014

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Devo Original Member Bob Casale dies

February 18, 2014

Bob Casale July 14th, 1952 – February 17th, 2014 I always hate having to share the sad news stories like this. Original band member Bob Casale died yesterday. It was confirmed on Devo’s Facebook page and was posted by Bob’s brother and Devo founder, Geral Casale: Very sad news to report today.  Bob Casale of Devo. Born: July 14th, 1952 . Deceased: February 17th, 2014As an original member of Devo, Bob Casale was there in the trenches with me from the beginning. He was my level-headed brother, a solid performer and talented audio engineer, always giving more than he got. He was excited about the possibility of Mark Mothersbaugh allowing Devo to play shows again. His sudden death from conditions that lead to heart failure came as a total shock to us all.  Gerald Casale, Devo founder. Below is a statement from Devo co-founder, Mark Mothersbaugh: “We are shocked and saddened by Bob Casale’s passing. He not only was integral in DEVO’s sound, he worked over twenty years at Mutato, collaborating with me on sixty or [Read More]

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Travis Barker presents 7th Annual Musink Tattoo and Music Festival 2014

February 18, 2014

It is back!  Yes, the Musink Tattoo and Music Festival presented by Travis Barker returns to Southern California on March 21-23rd at the OC Fair & Events Center in Costa Mesa, CA. The 7th Annual Festival has quite a lineup including the following performances:   March 21, 2014 The Descendents Love Canal   March 22, 2014 Tech N9ne Transplants Rittz   March 23, 2014 Gorilla Biscuits Judge H2O Strife The festival will  host over 300 renowned tattoo artists from around the world including Jack Rudy, Dan Smith,Tokyo Hiro, Nikko Hurtado, Small Paul, Oliver Peck among many others. This year’s event is definitely one not to miss. Travis Barker explains more, “I’m really proud to be a part of an event like MusInk It encompasses everything I love, from tattoos to music and cars. Stoked to have so many great bands and tattoo artists involved.” Tickets are set to go on sale Friday at 10:00AM PT at musink.frontgatetickets.com. Ticket Info: General Admission Tickets are $25 single day ($30 Day of Show), $50 3-day ($60 Day of Show/Sold on Friday Only) VIP Tickets are $75 single [Read More]

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Saving Abel release new track “Love Like Suicide” with new singer, Scotty Austin

February 18, 2014

Saving Abel releases KILLER new track, Love Like Suicide featuring their new singer, Scotty Austin. Get ready because it is awesome!  As you know last year Jared Weeks announced his amicable departure from Saving Abel to pursue a solo career.  Saving Abel then announced the talented Scotty Austin as their new singer. I loved Scotty from Trash the Brand and he definitely is the perfect fit. You can head over to the Saving Abel Facebook page and take a listen but be prepared to be instantly hooked! Saving Abel has plenty of tour dates where you can check them out live. Here is the current list of upcoming shows:   Date Venue Location Feb 18 Shotgun Sallys Grand Forks, ND Feb 19 Original bar Minot, ND Feb 20 DK’s Lounge Williston, ND Feb 21 Bernies Esquire Club Dickinson, ND Feb 22 Jamestown Civic Center Jamestown, ND Feb 23 Z Bar Spearfish, SD Feb 25 One Block South Overland Park, KS Feb 26 RC Mcgraws Manhattan, KS Feb 27 Muse Ballroom Salina, KS Feb 28 Black [Read More]

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SURVIVE THIS! delivers an incredible set for Bury the Hatchet Tour 2014!

February 18, 2014

So many times on tours, people tend to neglect arriving early enough to catch the opening band. Well, if Survive This! is on as the opener, you better do everything humanly possible to get there ON TIME!  These guys know how to deliver a high energy set and get any crowd pumped. We saw them as they opened up for Chelsea Grin, Escape the Fate and Falling in Reverse during the Bury the Hatchet Tour on their stop in San Francisco. We arrived early enough and were treated to their adrenaline filled set where you are captivated by the stage presence.  Their music can be described as a blend of electronic and metal sprinkled with catchy melodies.  They are definitely creating their unique sound and style. You can check out some of the photos from Rockin Ryan of their set and also his tribute video:   Their new album, The Life You’ve Chosen is out now and you can pick it up on Itunes here or on their Facebook Merch page here.  Survive This! will [Read More]

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Emperors and Elephants set to start “Devil in the Lake Tour” this week!

February 18, 2014

We recently told you about a great rock band from Chicago, Emperors and Elephants, who we ran into last month at NAMM 2014. Well, this week the high energy, hard driven rockers are going to start their “Devil in the Lake Tour” on February 20th in Pontiac, Illinois at Freakster’s Roadhouse. Their tour dates include the following:   DATE CITY STATE VENUE Thursday February 20 Pontiac IL Freakster’s Roadhouse Friday February 28 Lansing MI Uli’s House of Rock Saturday March 1 Chicago IL The Chicago Loop Wednesday March 5 Tulsa OK Downtown Lounge Thursday March 6 Oklahoma City OK The Chameleon Room Friday March 7 San Antonio TX Fitzgerald’s Bar Saturday March 8 Houston TX BFE Rock Club Sunday March 9 San Leon TX 18th St Pier Thursday March 13 Libertyville IL Austin’s Fuel Room Friday March 21 Crest Hill IL Bada Brew Friday April 18 Lombard IL Brauerhouse Saturday April 19 St. Paul MN Amsterdam Bar and Hall Sunday April 20 Mankato MN Buster’s Friday April 25 Pittsburg PA Hard Rock Café Saturday April 26 Milford [Read More]

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Wild Tones debut album by Junk Parlor. “Wild” is the right word. by Patrick O’Heffernan

February 14, 2014

Wild Tones debut album by Junk Parlor.  “Wild” is the right word. Review by Patrick O’Heffernan, host, Music FridayLive! Junk Parlor’s debut album Wild Tones is like taking a drug – a big rush, continuing high, then addiction, often accompanied by dancing. Gypsy junk rock and roll.  Sounds dangerous, but it’s actually really fun. Whether you are dancing or head-bobbing in your chair at a club, or bopping with your ear buds in, the music of Junk Parlor is like taking a drug – a big rush, continuing high, then addiction, often accompanied by dancing.   Founder Jason Vanderford has incorporated his ramblings, both physical and mental, into a unique music form that I just can’t get out of my head without the help of a psychiatrist.  And who would want to anyway? Seriously, whether he is singing in a shuffle beat about “how we became you and me” in a kind of not-quite-love song, or trying breathlessly to keep up with a frantic guitar riff while he extols escape from suburbia by becoming a vampire, [Read More]

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Sever the Drama working on 2nd album for 2014

February 14, 2014

Metal Hard Rock band, Sever the Drama from Connecticut is busy working on their 2nd album titled, Chasing Shadows which is set for a release this year.  If you are not familiar with their dose of bad ass hard rock, just check out their video for “Watching You” from their debut CD Vested Interest. It will definitely draw you in and get you ready with your fist in the air and your head bobbing. You can watch the video here:   I love their high energy, commanding vocals, intense drums and fierce guitar work.  I can’t wait to see what the new album brings.  If you don’t have their first CD, you can head over to Itunes here and pick it up now. We will keep you updated on a release date and see if we can bring you an interview soon. ~ Marisol Information & Links:  Website: www.severthedrama.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Sever-the-Drama/97897181160 Twitter: www.twitter.com/SeverTheDramaCC Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/vested-interest/id409714994