May 2015 | Music Junkie Press

Check out the new video from post hardcore/metal band Operator

May 7, 2015

Post hardcore/metal band Operator have just released a new video for their single, Ruin. The song delivers a full forced punch of thrash and the band is currently offering the track as a free download for a limited time via their BandCamp page. Check out the video here: Vocalist Chris Constanza had this to say about the new single, “Stylistically, this song is a step closer to what we originally imagined the band to sound like. It’s taken some time to actually flesh out our sound, despite having a distinct vision for it back when we started. I hope our progression is evident in this music and continues to be apparent for our future releases.” They currently have several upcoming shows: May 7 – Valdosta, GA @ Ashley Street Station May 8 – St. George Island, FL @ JBG Rockfest (Day 1) May 9 – St. George Island, FL @ JBG Rockfest (Day 2) May 10 – Pensacola, FL @ The Handlebar May 23 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Pabst Blue Ribbon’s Burgatory Fest Make sure to [Read More]

Cold Shoulders featuring Jordan of The Ready Set, Jared of Dresses and Trevor of Plug In Stereo release new video

May 7, 2015

The new band Cold Shoulders which features Jordan Witzigeuter of the Ready Set, Jared Maldenado of Dresses, and Trevor Dahl of Plug In Stereo have just released a video for their new song, Wasting Away. It is a catchy uplifting pop song that will invite you to put a smile on your face as a step in your feet. Check out the video here: What began as a friendship among like minded artists grew into the musical project, Cold Shoulders. Together these three came together and they recently released their debut EP of unique collection of songs that differ from their individual efforts. The self titled EP was released in April via Mad Dragon Records. For more information and details, make sure to visit their social media sites. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook – facebook.com/coldshouldersband Twitter – @_ColdShoulders Instagram – @ColdShouldersband Soundcloud – Soundcloud.com/cold-shoulders-band

Get ready for Saint Asonia… Coming May 16th

May 7, 2015

Are you ready for some straight up hard rock and roll? Well Saint Asonia is ready to deliver. Stay tuned for more details. Saint Asonia is coming May 16th. This new band features combined forces behind 25 top 10 rock singles and 17 #1 hits. Check out the teaser below: Make sure to head over to their social media sites so you can stay up to date on all their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.saintasonia.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintasonia Twitter: https://twitter.com/saintasonia Instagram: https://instagram.com/saintasonia/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl8Jf3alDSmnXWQPGdgQDXQ

DIAMANTE announces more tour dates as she will join HINDER on tour this summer

May 7, 2015

DIAMANTE has just announced more tour dates. She will be joining Hinder alongside with Full Devil Jacket on tour this summer. This tour will insure a night of kick ass rock n roll. Diamante will also be joining Whitesnake for their Purple Tour dates. Check the upcoming shows and make sure to get out to a venue near you: Whitesnake Tour Dates 6/2 – Santa Rosa, CA @ Wells Fargo Center 6/4 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Joint 6/9 – Beverly Hills, CA @ Saban Theatre 6/11 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom 6/15 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Pikes Peak Center 6/20 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues Hinder Tour Dates 6/16 – Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall 6/17 – Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall 6/19 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s 6/21 – Indianapolis, IN @ The Vogue 6/23 – Nashville, TN @ Exit In 6/24 – Macomb, IL @ The Outskirts 6/26 – Amarillo, TX @ Midnight Rodeo 7/7 – Columbia, SC @ Music Farm 7/9 – [Read More]

Skipping Girl Vinegar will lift your spirits with their new video for Dance Again

May 7, 2015

This week has been so very hard for me to stay focused or even hopeful. My family is struggling to cope as my mother-in-law is losing her battle with lung cancer. It is as if time has been standing still and once again, music is there to help me or heal me. This time it is the uplifting fun song Dance Again by Skipping Girl Vinegar from Australia. The infectiously catchy track highlights their alternative pop style and invites you to live life and “dance again”. As soon as I watched the video it awakened me from my detached state and lifted my spirits. Check out the video here: The song is the lead single off their new album The Great Wave, which was released in April and was produced by Brad Jones (Josh Rouse, Justin Townes Earle). You can pick up the new album here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-great-wave/id978568192 We will see if we can bring you an interview with this hot indie alternative pop band that is well deserving of your attention. Remember, no matter what you may be going [Read More]

Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators join IFAW to stop the killing of elephants

May 7, 2015

SLASH featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators has joined with the International Fund For Animal Welfare (IFAW) to raise awareness of the slaughter of elephants which is leading to their early extinction. They have released a new video for their song Beneath the Savage Sun which tells the tale from the elephant’s point of view. You can do your part by donating here and getting involved: http://slashonline.com/donate-to-ifaw-and-watch-the-video-for-beneath-the-savage-sun/ . Here is the video: Slash and Myles Kennedy witnessed the devastation first hand when they were on tour in Africa. They knew they had to act and they then wrote the new song. You can read more facts about the elephants and find out more about IFAW here: www.ifaw.org Catch SLASH: FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORSon the WORLD ON FIRE Tour: DATE LOCATION VENUE U.S. Tour Dates: THU 5/7 New York, NY Terminal 5 FRI 5/8 Hampton Beach, NH Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom SAT 5/9 Bangor, ME Darling’s Waterfront Pavilion – Rise About Fest 2015 TUE 5/12 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom WED 5/13 Baltimore, MD Rams Head Live FRI 5/15 [Read More]

V2 is our Band of the Day

May 7, 2015

Today’s Band of the Day is the young talented 11 year old rock duo, V2 (pronounced V Squared). These young boys have been garnering a lot of well deserved attention for their hard hitting rock music. They released their debut album We Are V2 in February via Rock Star University Records. Their title track has been quickly rising up the charts and they took home 7 LA Music Award wins. Al Bowman, Executive Producer of the LA MUSIC AWARDS. comments “Never before in the 24-year history of the LA Music Awards, has anyone ever received seven nominations. Vittorio and Vincenzo of V² are 11-year-old protégés born to carry the Rock N Roll torch for their generation. The LA Music Awards Nomination Committee was blown away by their musicianship, live-performance skills and debut album.”“Vittorio and Vincenzo of V² are 11-year-old protégés born to carry the Rock N Roll torch for their generation. The LA Music Awards Nomination Committee was blown away by their musicianship, live-performance skills and debut album.” V2 features Vincenzo on drums and twin brother Vittorio [Read More]