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NAMMJAM 2015 WITH STEEL PANTHER, HARDCORE SUPERSTAR, AND TOMMY THAYER

January 21, 2015

KISS GUITARIST TOMMY THAYER TO PERFORM WITH STEEL PANTHER AT NAMMJAM 2015 Austin, TX – January 19, 2015: DELVE TEXAS confirms that KISS guitarist, TOMMY THAYER, will perform with headliner, STEEL PANTHER, at NAMMJAM 2015. Held on Friday night of the annual NAMM SHOW, the biggest worldwide convention for the music instrument industry, NAMMJAM 2015 is considered by NAMM SHOW attendees as “the hottest ticket at NAMM”. Now in its 6th year, this invitation-only party will be held on FRIDAY, JANUARY 23rd beginning at 6 pm at the fabulous GROVE OF ANAHEIM. Presented by DELVE TEXAS and sponsored by EPIPHONE GUITARS, MONSTER ENERGY, AFFLICTION, CORONA LIGHT, FX GROUP, NEWTEK, GUITAR WORLD MAGAZINE, SIT STRINGS, KRAMER GUITARS, BAND GEAR and GOTHAM STANDS, NAMMJAM 2015 will be a rocking evening of music, fashion and camaraderie. Performances at NAMMJAM 2015 will include… STEEL PANTHER – the American glam metal band who’s profane, funny and all rock-n-roll satirical send-up has made them legends in their own time.· HARDCORE SUPERSTAR – the Swedish sleaze rockers have been together since 1997 with three #1 hits on the Sweden music charts. This will be their first [Read More]

Circa Survive release live footage music video for Child of the Desert

January 16, 2015

Circa Survive have released a live footage music video for their song, Child of the Desert. The footage was all shot at their sold out show at the Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA back in December. The song features the captivating vocals of Anthony Green as he takes you on an almost trance lack peacefull bliss and then delivers a one two punch of energy at the end. I love this track. Check out the video here: Child of the Desert is off of their recent release, Descensus and you can pick it up on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/descensus. Circa Survive will be performing at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival this year. The band will be playing on Sunday, April 12th and Sunday, April 19th. Band Members: Anthony Green – Vocals Colin Frangicetto – Guitar Brendan Ekstrom – Guitar Nick Beard – Bass Steve Clifford – Drums Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://circasurvive.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CircaSurvive Twitter: https://twitter.com/circasurvive Instagram: www.instagram.com/circasurvive

Texas rockers The Rocketboys release lyric video for Viva Voce

January 15, 2015

Texas rockers The Rocketboys have recently had their song Viva Voce featured on a recent episode of Glee. You can check out the song on their newly released lyric video: The track is definitely a catchy track with emotionally driven lyrics and a passionate vibe. It has been featured on the iTunes Hot Tracks and has charted at #7 on the iTunes Rock singles. The song is off of their recently released debut album, Left | Right which is out on Black Magnetic Records. The Rocketboys are getting ready to head out on the Left|Right Tour. Check the dates below and get yourself to a show: Tickets for all shows at therocketboys.com! 1.21 New Orleans the BEATnik 1.22 Nashville The High Watt 1.24 Chapel Hill Local 506 1.26 New York City Mercury Lounge 1.28 Washington, DC DC9 Nightclub 1.29 Philadelphia Boot & Saddle 1.30 Charlotte The Evening Muse 1.31 Atlanta The EARL 2.3 Oxford Proud Larry’s 2.4 Dallas Club Dada 2.5 Houston Fitzgerald’s 2.6 Austin Stubb’s Austin 2.12 Abilene Neon Parrot Lounge We are hoping [Read More]

Capital Cities is our BottleRock Napa 2015 Featured Band of the Day

January 15, 2015

Today our BottleRock Napa Featured Band is Capital Cities. What began as a two jingle writers who met online through Craigslist quickly grew into the must hear sound of Capital Cities. Sebu Simonian and Ryan Merchant have created a bubbly pop sound that once you hear, will become settled into your mind as it makes a home in your every thought, brightening your day. You can’t help but enjoy them and I am so glad they are going to be performing at this year’s BottleRock Napa Festival. Here is our quick feature: Band Members: Sebu Simonian Ryan MerchantLive: Manuel Quintero (Bass) Nick Merwin (Guitar) Spencer Ludwig (Trumpet) Channing Holmes (Drummer) Music: In a Tidal Wave Of Mystery Deluxe album available now on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/in-tidal-wave-mystery-deluxe/id872922267 Song to Check out: Kangaroo Court on In a Tidal Wave of Mystery Video to check out: One Minute More Check them out out and make sure to visit their social media sites for the latest news. Also mark your calendars for the weekend of May 29-31st for the BottleRock Napa 2015 Festival. You can [Read More]

Adopt the Arts Benefit Concert delivers a stellar performance by legendary artists at The Roxy

January 15, 2015

Adopt the Arts held their benefit concert which honored Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) and Butch Trucks (Allman Brothers Band) for their contribution to American art and culture. The live benefit concert delivered a stellar performance which included a list of legendary artists. Co-founder musician Matt Sorum (Guns n Roses, Velvet Revolver) was not only the host of the night but he stayed up on stage and jammed for several songs of the night. The honorees, Billy Gibbons and Butch Trucks both received an award for their dedication and contribution to American arts. After each received their award, they stayed up on stage and performed with a group of more legendary musicians including, SLASH, DUFF McKAGAN (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver), BILLY DUFFY, RICHIE SAMBORA (Bon Jovi), STEVE LUKATHER (Toto), ORIANTHI, EDGAR WINTER, JIMMY VIVINO (Conan O’Brien) vocalist FRANKIE PEREZ, and many more special guests including THE DISREPUTABLE FEW, a group of surprise killer musicians, will serve as the backing band for the night. In between the sets, they held a live auction for an assortment of music memorabilia, [Read More]

Check out the new song, A Storm’s a’ Comin’ from Let’s Move Mountains

January 14, 2015

Let’s Move Mountains from Birmingham, Alabama are ready to unleash their fresh new melodic metalcore sound as they premiere their new song, A Storm’s a’ Comin‘. The song is off their EP Unfamiliar which was just released January 6th. Check out the song here: The four song EP is available through their bandcamp page and is included as a bundle with cool merch shirt. Stay tuned as they will be announcing tour dates in support of their EP. You can visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on the latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LetMoveMountains Twitter: https://twitter.com/lets_mountains Bandcamp: https://letsmovemountains-band.bandcamp.com

Katrina announces North American tour as hit Walking on Sunshine hits 30 year anniversary!

January 14, 2015

I often ask artists in my interviews about what song from the 80’s do they consider as their theme song and you can only imagine the responses I have received. Everything from Motley Crue to Kim Carnes but when they turn the tables and ask me about mine, there has always been one song that truly defines me and my theme song. That song is Walking on Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves. That is without a doubt… my song! Can you believe 2015 marks the 30th anniversary of that awesome hit? To celebrate the 30th anniversary Katrina (Ex-Katrina & The Waves) has announced a North American Tour for March and April. Katrina Leskanich will be touring North America this spring in support of her latest solo album entitled Blisland, her first solo offering in 10 years. Check out the tour dates which I am hoping will have a California date added: Katrina On Tour: March 17 – Glen Cove, NY – Page One March 18 – Somerville, MA – Johnny D’s March 20 – New [Read More]