Month: May 2015

music

Starlight Highway takes you to the eye of Corinne West’s musical storm. By Patrick O’Heffernan

May 26, 2015

  In the decade I have known and listened to Corinne West, her music has been both my refuge and my addiction. From the stomach-tightening interior ballad “Angel“ on her 2004 album, Bound for Living, to the drumming authority of “Pollen” in the 2014 re-mastered The Promise, Corinne West’s music has been in a class of its own, with a shelf of its own in my collection. Her new album, Starlight Highway will receive even a higher place of honor in my Corrine West shelf.  Starlight Highway is transformative:  it sounds – no, it feels – like Corinne has taken you to a different dimension, one that is sensual beyond what  music is capable of. It courses through your headphones or speakers like a transfusion of her  life-force to yours.   Listening to Starlight Highway puts you in the serene eye of a swirling storm of notes, images, rhythms, stories and above all, that voice.  Starlight Highway unfurls the ripening of West’s  voice that a decade ago soared crystalline clear, but sometimes cruised with jagged [Read More]

Interview

Get to know With Full Force as they will take you on an epic ride of metalcore

May 23, 2015

With Full Force. Remember that name because you are definitely going to be hearing a lot more from them very soon! They are ready to take you on an epic ride of in-your-face, headbanging, fist-in-the-aire metalcore. It is great to see the new energy that this band brings to the scene. We had the chance to interview them last month and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: With Full Force members: Andy Twigg – Vocals Zakk Cash – Vocals Andrew Gula-Walker – Guitar Tom Jepson – Guitar Landon Bray – Bass Damien Allen – Drums * * * * * * * *  Music Junkie Press: Thank you guys for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press.  We are very excited to introduce everyone to With Full Force and we know they will be hooked after the first listen. You guys are fairly new, right? Can you tell us a bit about yourselves and  how you formed? Andy Twigg: The in’s and outs of how we formed are [Read More]

Interview

Ashley Xtina releases empowering new song, I Choose Me

May 22, 2015

We have featured several times the amazingly talented Ashley Xtina and her powerful vocals wrapped in emotionally driven lyrics. She has just released another new song and it is truly beautiful and empowering.  Her new track, I Choose Me delivers a much needed message to all. Ashley comments on the inspiration for the song, “The inspiration for this song came at a time in my life when everything seemed to be falling apart and while I knew I should do some things, it seems as if I MUST do others. At the end of the day, if you don’t pursue your dreams, no one will. So that’s why I choose me from now on. That’s the message I’m trying to spread 🙂 ”  The song really does encapsulate that message of how in a world where you could be tugged in so many directions, trying to please everyone,  the person you must focus on first, is yourself. It reminds me of the truth in one of my favorite quotes, “When you say ‘Yes’ to others, [Read More]

Alternative

Damien Ike delivers an incomparable sound with this stellar new track, Even In War

May 22, 2015

British Musician Damien Ike truly sets himself apart from others with his stellar new track, Even In War. His incomparable and unique sound will capture you from the first listen and find a place deep in your heart. His exceptional new track, Even In War will soon become your Go To song. His vocals bring out an immense honesty and rawness when he sings and his music will awaken your senses. Check out his new song, Even In War:   Damien’s influences range from Kanye West, Dizzee Rascal to Adele, Terence Trent D’arby, Tears for Fears, Peter Gabriel, Everything Everything, Coldplay, Amy Winehouse, Mumford and Sons & Rihanna. He so easily has fused his influences and yet has created his own signature sound. Make sure to visit his social media sites and stay up to date on his latest news. You will definitely be hearing a lot from Damien Ike as he takes over the Indie/Pop scene. We will see if we can bring you an interview with this fast rising artist soon. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Twitter: www.twitter.com/damienike Facebook: www.facebook.com/damienike [Read More]

Metal

TOUR DATES announced for The Civil Unrest Tour featuring Ill Nino

May 22, 2015

Just announced are the tour dates for The Civil Unrest Tour featuring Ill Nino! What an incredible lineup they have planned for you. The tour is presented by Revolver Magazine & Coldcock Whisky. The tour features headliner Ill Nino with Straight Line Stitch, The Bloodline, Unloco, Davey Suicide, Motograter, Thira, Lydia Can’t Breathe, Darkc3ll, Gabriel And The Apocalypse, The Convalescence, Erasing Never, Xiting The Systm, Happy Accidents, and My Zero. The tour kicks off on June 3rd in Colorado Springs, Colorado and it works it’s way thoughout the U.S. wrapping up on June 28th in Corona, California. Advance tickets for the tour can be purchased here. VIP tickets are available through Soundrink. Check out the promo video from Ill Nino for it: Daniel Hillman , Terminal 1 Agency Founder / Civil Unrest Tour Organizer & Creator had this to say about the tour: My agency and myself are all very proud to be launching year 2 of the annual Civil Unrest Tour. From the 2014 inception of the Civil Unrest Tour to today, we are grateful [Read More]

Band

Concert Review of Set It Off, last night’s show in Munich, Germany at Backstage Club

May 20, 2015

Concert Review Brawlers / Decade / Set It Off Munich, Backstage Club, May 19th, 2015 Faster than I can write this review, the news are out on Facebook, that Set It Off has parted ways with their bass player Austin Kerr. Here’s the statement of the band concerning the departure: Recently we have been made aware of the statements made about our bassist, Austin Kerr. We are taking the situation seriously and have decided that the best thing for the band is to part ways with Austin. We send our deepest apologies to anyone who has ever been affected negatively by his actions. Our fans mean the absolute world to us and their safety and happiness will always be our top priority. We are so grateful for their ongoing support over the years and will do everything we can to make this up to them and to move forward from this.  There’s still some European tour dates to play and they will perform all the announced sets as they also stated on their facebook page. [Read More]

Indie

Kylie Odetta highlights her powerful vocals with her refreshing playful signature sound

May 20, 2015

  Kylie Odetta may be young, but her talent is well beyond her years! She caught the music bug quite early as this singer/songwriter began writing songs at only eight years old and at age 11 recorded her album Lost In My Future. She has not only headlined 100s of her own shows but has opened up for artists such as Gavin DeGraw, Colbie Callait, Mat Kearney, Austin Mahone and Kelly Pickler. She brings out a playful style to her music, all the while delivering well crafted songs with hints of alternative, pop, blues and rock. Her songs will take you on a musical journey capturing emotions and thoughts that will leave you with hope and inspiration. Kylie recently released her video for her new song, Already Gone which is off her new EP Breaking Habits, released earlier this month. Check out the video here: Kylie comments about her music, “The way that we deal with life’s ups and downs as beautifully crafted human beings intrigues me, and I feel blessed to be able to put my [Read More]