Month: May 2014

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Bands

State Line Empire ROCKS OUT to a SOLD OUT Whisky a GoGo opening for SKID ROW

May 23, 2014

We recently brought you our coverage of State Line Empire as they delivered a Killer set at the DNA Lounge in San Francisco opening for Black Star Riders and Skid Row. You can read our coverage of that night here: State Line Empire at DNA Lounge. We then headed down to catch them perform at the legendary Whisky a GoGo, opening once again for Skid Row.  It was great to return back to the Whisky and it was another night filled with solid rockin sets! We had the chance to chat with State Line Empire before their set and are pleased to bring that interview to you here:   The Whisky was packed and it ended up being a SOLD OUT show!  State Line Empire were on fire as they wowed the crowd with their rock n roll. It was awesome to talk with several of the crowd goers who had never heard of SLE and they were glad they got to see them. They were looking forward to catching them again. That is one thing for sure, if [Read More]

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Interview with Jesse Lawson as we talk about his new album Chapter II which is OUT NOW!

May 23, 2014

Most of you know Jesse Lawson when he was guitarist for Sleeping With Sirens. Now you will get a chance to know Jesse Lawson, the solo artist who will capture your heart and feed your soul with his new music. Jesse announced his departure from Sleeping with Sirens in 2013 after wanting to take a break from the world touring. He has said, “My Name is Jesse Lawson, most of you know me from my previous band Sleeping With Sirens. I recently had my first child with my wife and decided to take a break from touring the world non-stop. However, I am not done with music, at all! While in Sirens, I was always writing and wanted to release something where I could express my heart through lyrics and singing. Now, I am at a point in my life where I can do that, which is very exciting! “ We had the chance to chat briefly with Jesse about his new album which was released earlier this week. It really has been getting a [Read More]

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Ragdoll release new video for Tell Me off Ragdoll Rewind CD

May 23, 2014

  We recently brought you our coverage of Australian rockers Ragdoll as they performed last Saturday night at the Whisky a GoGo. You can read more about that night here: Ragdoll at Whisky A GoGo. They were in town to open for legendary rockers Skid Row and it was an awesome night and they put on a excellent set.  Ragdoll have returned to the the US in support of their upcoming release, Ragdoll Rewound which is a compilation of Ragdoll‘s first two releases (‘Ragdoll Rock’ and ‘Here Today’) plus four live recordings, one of which is a new composition, “Rewind Your Mind.” The album is set to release later this week on May 23rd.  This powerful trio are creating a strong rock and roll sound worthy of your attention. Ragdoll is Ryan Rafferty on Lead Vocals/Bass, Leon Todd on Guitar and Cam Barrett on Drums. Ragdoll has just released a fun animated comic style video for their song, Tell Me which you can find on their Ragdoll Rewind CD. Check out the vide3o here:   We had a chance to talk with [Read More]

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Multi-Platinum Guitar Icon Ted Nugent set to release new album, Shut Up & Jam!

May 22, 2014

Multi-platinum guitar icon TED NUGENT returns with a new full-length album SHUTUP&JAM!, due out Tuesday, July 8 on Frontiers Records. This release marks the first all-new studio album from the Motor City Madman in seven years. NUGENT leads the pack of renowned musicians, handling guitar and vocal duties, alongside bassist Greg Smith, drummer Mick Brown and longtime musical cohort guitarist/vocalist Derek St. Holmes. Special guest Sammy Hagar brings his vocal power to “She’s Gone.” SHUTUP&JAM! is available now for pre-order at Amazon. “SHUTUP&JAM! 2014…the unstoppable firestorm of Ted Nugent, all American MotorCity, high energy R&B&R&R soulmusic erupts once again with what many gungho music lovers are raving to be the best songs and best music and highest energy rockout of my insanely wonderful musical American Dream,” NUGENT exclaims. “Sammy Hagar sings his balls off on ‘She’s Gone’ and Derek St. Holmes proves once again that the MotorCity produces not just the greatest guitar grind masterlicks ever but one of the most powerful soul voices of all time on ‘Everything Matters!’ Unleashing early July 2014. Read em & weep! SHUTUP&JAM! you know who I am, you know where I stand, so SHUTUP&JAM! I am!” To coincide with the release of SHUTUP&JAM!, TED has announced that he’s packing up and hitting [Read More]

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'70s Rock

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers announce tour dates and album release of July 29th

May 22, 2014

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have announced the release of their new album, Hypnotic Eye set for July 29th. Hypnotic Eye is the first studio album in four years and will be coming out on Reprise Records. Hypnotic Eye will be available in CD, digital, high resolution Blu-ray audio and vinyl formats. The vinyl will be available as 1-LP or as 2-LPs inclusive of an additional track not available in any other format. Beginning June 3, fans can pre-order the vinyl, CD and Blu-ray audio editions on TomPetty.com and Amazon and can pre-order the digital edition on iTunes and Amazon. In addition to the news of the much anticipated album, they have announced the dates for the North American 2014 Tour. The tour, featuring very special guest Steve Winwood, will begin in San Diego, CA on August 3rd. The tour includes already announced headline performances at San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival and at the Lockn’ Festival in Arrington, VA. On Labor Day weekend, for the first time ever, the band will perform at Boston’s Fenway Park.  Check out the [Read More]

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An Interview with Ragdoll at the Whisky a GoGo

May 22, 2014

We recently brought you our coverage of Australian rockers Ragdoll as they performed last Saturday night at the Whisky a GoGo. You can read more about that night here: Ragdoll at Whisky A GoGo. They were in town to open for legendary rockers Skid Row and it was an awesome night and they put on a excellent set.  Ragdoll have returned to the the US in support of their upcoming release, Ragdoll Rewound which is a compilation of Ragdoll‘s first two releases (‘Ragdoll Rock’ and ‘Here Today’) plus four live recordings, one of which is a new composition, “Rewind Your Mind.” The album is set to release later this week on May 23rd.  This powerful trio are creating a strong rock and roll sound worthy of your attention. Ragdoll is Ryan Rafferty on Lead Vocals/Bass, Leon Todd on Guitar and Cam Barrett on Drums. We had a chance to talk with Ragdoll after their set at the Whisky and take them around the Sunset Strip a shoot a couple fun photos. Check out our interview with Ragdoll and Rockin Ryan’s photos from [Read More]

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Aggressive Rock

Snakeskyn Whiskey release new video for Outta My Way off their new album!

May 22, 2014

Snakeskyn Whiskey recently released their new album, Against The World and it ROCKS!!!  The last time we saw Snakeskyn Whiskey was last year when they came into town and opened up for CrashDiet at the DNA Lounge. You can read all about that here: Snakeskyn Whiskey At DNA Lounge.  Well, they are back and ready to rock.  Their new album promises to satisfy your need for sold strong hard rock. They have recently released a music video for their track, Outta My Way and you can check it out here:   Snakeskyn Whiskey is: Matt Dibi – Lead Vocals/Rhythm Guitar Jordan Dibi – Bass/Back Up Vocals Tommy Tarantilis – Drums Carmine Scaringi – Lead Guitar/Back Up Vocals So make sure to pick up their new CD on iTunes and we will keep you updated with any tour news. Also visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: www.snakeskynwhiskey.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/snakeskynwhiskey Twitter: www.twitter.com/snakeskyn iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/snakeskyn-whiskey/id463791344 CDBaby: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/snakeskynwhiskey