April 2015 | Music Junkie Press

BAY AREA: Don’t miss the first night of the SIXX A.M. Tour at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco

April 1, 2015

Okay Bay Area, get ready because we are exactly one week away for SIXX A.M. kicking off their first headline tour, “Modern Vintage Tour”. They are starting the tour with their first show at The Regency Ballroom in San Francisco on April 8th. You can still pick up your tickets by heading over to: http://sixxammusic.com/tour/ but act quick since their tour dates are quickly selling out. I don’t want you to miss out on this amazing tour. The tour also will feature Apocalytpica and the VAMPS. Sixx A.M. are touring in support of their incredible kick ass album, Modern Vintage which was released last year through Eleven Seven Music and has garnered high praises. Sixx A.M. features James Michael (vocals), DJ Ashba (guitar) and Nikki Sixx (bass). Nikki Sixx bassist comments on the album, “Like our favorite bands from the 1970s, Sixx:A.M. is rooted in songwriting, musicianship and lyrics – three core elements that helped to define that era. Sixx:A.M. has taken even more pages from this book on “Gotta Get It Right” and the rest of Modern Vintage, [Read More]

This Early Autumn is our Band of the Day

April 1, 2015

Today’s Band of the Day goes to a great band all the way from Bogota, Colombia. Allow me to introduce you to the wonderful music of This Early Autumn. Once you take a listen, you will be drawn to the honest emotive vocals, alternative rock blend music that simply put, it inspires you and makes you feel alive. The band is fronted by singer songwriter and lead vocalist Juan Valderrama. The music can stir up a range of emotions and truly connects the listener. This hard working band are going to be releasing their debut album, Trust later this year. The album was fully funded through fan support via Kickstarter campaign. Once you take a listen, you will know why their fans believe in them and want to hear the new music! Genre: Alternative Rock Location: Bogota, Colombia Feature: Alternative Rock with impressive unique vocals Music: Yours single available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/yours-single/ Song / Video to check out: Yours Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. [Read More]

Dreamcatcher Events announces some amazing music events and retreats this year!

April 1, 2015

Dreamcatcher Events have announced details and dates for some amazing once in a lifetime music events and music retreats. These events will allow fans to spend several days with legendary musicians. If you have ever dreamed about jamming with Steve Vai, take an in-depth course with Steve Earle or sit in on a clinic with Dave Ellefson. Now is the time where you can do just that! This year’s lineup features a diverse group of music icons, including: Joe Satriani, Steve Earle, Steve Vai, Tommy Emmanuel, The Winery Dogs (Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan & Richie Kotzen),Martin Taylor, and Andy McKee, with many special guests such as David Ellefson (Megadeth), Alex Skolnick (Testament, Rodrigo y Gabriela), Tosin Abasi and Animals As Leaders, Guthrie Govan and The Aristocrats, Mike Keneally, and Eric Johnson, among others. Please see below for more details about each retreat. Tommy Emmanuel’s Guitar Camp USA SOLD OUT June 18-22 Nottoway Resort, White Castle, LA Website: http://tommyemmanuelguitarcampusa.com/louisiana/ Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srcKMaboTsI Guests: Frank Vignola, Brooks Robertson, Vinny Raniolo This sold-out intimate event will feature four days [Read More]