Month: May 2015

'80s Rock

Station release music video for their epic rock ballad, With Me Tonight

May 20, 2015

Station are gearing up for their performance at this year’s Rocklahoma and they have just released a new music video for you. The video is for their epic ballad, With You Tonight. Check it out here: Chris Lane comments about With Me Tonight in his Track by Track guide of their debut album, This song was written in about 3 minutes sitting on the floor of my apartment. It’s really just about second chances and knowing what to do with them. I feel like a lot of times what I want is in conflict with that I think is best for me. That’s what this song is about. The funny thing about this song is that it was actually written about two weeks before we got in the studio and we had already picked out which songs we were going to record. We all decided this song definitely had to be on the first record. This was my absolute favorite song to hear come to life with the vocals. I love the harmonies. Make sure [Read More]

New Music

Andy The Kid release cover of Pendulum’s track The Island

May 20, 2015

Andy The Kid has released a lyric video for his cover of Pendulum’s track “The Island” which features Aaron Nordstrom from Gemini Syndrome on guest vocals. The song is off the new EP “Linchpin” from Andy The Kid. The EP is out now and also features guest performances from Chris Hall (Stabbing Westward), Jimmy Trigger (We Are the Riot), and Toby Rand (Juke Kartel). Check out the lyric video here: The cover is absolutely awesome. The energy is infectious and you will be held captive with the EP. You can pick up Linchpin by heading over to h ere: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/andythekid. Andy comments on the EP, Writing and recording this EP has been a cathartic experience that has put a big fat exclamation mark on what has been a tumultuous journey since moving to the States…It was extremely important to put a cover on the record that showcased Australian music, and I’ve loved Pendulum for many years, just knowing they’re Australian makes me very proud and inspired…The video was an extremely fun experience. It was shot in [Read More]

Indie

Survival Guide celebrates album release with headlining San Francisco show

May 19, 2015

This Friday, May 22nd Survival Guide will be celebrating their album release with a headlining show at Neck of The Woods in San Francisco. This is one show you don’t want to miss. Survival Guide fronted by vocalist/keyboardist Emily Whitehurst recently released their highly anticipated album, Way To Go last week on Side With Us Records. Emily Whitehurst comments about the album, “Recording this album was unlike any other experience I’ve had. Certain instruments I’ve never worked with before were electronic on the demos, but on the album, they’re real! I also had the opportunity to record some complex vocal layers working with Paul Haile. I’m really excited to be opening this door and seeing what’s on the other side.” Emily brings to life a depth of emotion through her style of indie rock blended with hints of electronic and dream pop. You are captivated by strong vocals that take you on a musical journey. Check out her song, January Shock here: If you are in the Bay Area, make sure not to miss their [Read More]

Americana

Interview with folk indie duo, March to May as they gear up for a West Coast Tour

May 19, 2015

Let me introduce you to the wonderful sounds of an amazing indie/folk Americana duo March To May which features Beth Wesche on harp & vocals and Darren Guyaz on guitar & vocals. Together they are taking the scene by storm with their infectious music that will whisk  you away on an emotional journey through song. If you have not had the chance, check out their video for their stellar track, Embers which captures the raw honest emotion of a lost love. The video has peaked at the #1 spot on Yallwire.com’s Yallturnative category! We had the opportunity to chat with them and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you for taking the time to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. This week you are gearing up for the release of your debut album. Can you tell us what everyone can expect from the new album? This album is about journeys, and about transformation. To us, the idea of the [Read More]

Concerts

Austin, Texas Gets RUSH’d. Contributed by Randy Salazar

May 18, 2015

Austin, Texas Gets RUSH’d Austin, TX Austin 360 Amphitheater May 16, 2015        RUSH, The 3 piece legendary rock band from Toronto invaded Austin, TX on Saturday May 16, 2015. The 5th  stop on their R40 North American tour, commemorating their 40th anniversary in music.  The amphitheater was at capacity, which was a pretty much sold out show. The weather expected for show time was rain, thunderstorms, but mother nature was good to us and turned out to deliver great looking clear skies come show time. The band walked onto a stage with washing machines, megaphones,  and an old fashion  popcorn machine, along with other props.  The crowd erupted in excitement as the first note rang out through the speakers and amplifiers.  Throughout the performance stagehands, who wore red jumpsuits, like from the cover album of “Moving Pictures,” kept adding and removing amps and props.  The show had a spectacular beacon of lighting, which included lasers, smoke and pyro that contributed to the clear precise sound. The show was made up of two sets of [Read More]

Band

Take a moment to enjoy the present with the new track from Young Guns; Infinity

May 18, 2015

The London based rockers Young Guns have released a new song, Infinity. The song is being premiered on Entertainment Weekly here. The infectious new track invites you to take a moment and just be in the present. On EW, Young Guns frontman Gustav comments about the track, ”We’re really proud of the track that we wrote last year in New York City. It’s about taking a breath and enjoying existing in the moment, and was inspired by sitting on the roof of our apartment drinking with friends in the beautiful NYC evening air. We hope you dig it!”  The song is off their upcoming new album, Ones and Zeroes which is set for a June 9th release through Wind Up Records. You can check out the song on Entertainment Weekly here or it will be on Vevo tomorrow by the link below:. We had a great time with them when they performed at last year’s Aftershock Festival in Sacramento and had the chance to chat with Ben Jolliffe, Simon Mitchell and John Taylor after their set. [Read More]

Entertainment

The Bad Years bring to life an infectious groove with their new single, Beautiful Liar

May 18, 2015

  Los Angeles based The Bad Years features Sami Akbari and Aaron Mort. They have just released a video for their new song, Beautiful Liar. The video takes you for a fun ride through Los Angeles as the band brings to life their infectious track. The song dances around a hypnotic groove that captures their free spirit and is highlighted in their music. Check out the new video here:   Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Website: http://www.badyears.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebadyears Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebadyears Instagram: http://instagram.com/thebadyears/