Month: June 2015

Concerts

Whitesnake’s The Purple Tour delivered a monumental outstanding performance in San Francisco

June 12, 2015

Last night was quite a remarkable evening for us. We headed to San Francisco for Whitesnake’s “The Purple Tour” at The Regency Ballroom. The Purple Tour brings David Coverdale back to his roots as they also perform several songs off Whitesnake’s Purple Album which  has been described as “a re-imagination of classic songs from David Coverdale’s time as the lead singer for DEEP PURPLE‘s Mark III and Mark IV studio albums.”  It was an absolutely magical evening of straight up rock. Young teen rock sensation, Diamante opened up the show with a fierce high energetic set. It is wonderful see how rock and roll is alive and thriving with the younger generation. Diamante has a charismatic charm when she performs and she captivated the crowd with her powerful vocals. We will be bringing you an interview later this weekend with her. Check out some photos from our Rockin Ryan of their set: The last time I saw Whitesnake was probably back in 1990 at the Shoreline Amphitheater. That concert stands out as one of my all [Read More]

Fillmore

Kings of Chaos announce benefit concert for Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project at the Fillmore

June 11, 2015

We have some exciting news to share with you! Supergroup rock band Kings of Chaos have announced a benefit concert for Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project. The benefit concert is to be held at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco on July 29th, 2015.  The Dolphin Project is a not for profit campaign aimed at putting an end to dolphin exploitation and slaughter around the world. The Kings of Chaos lineup includes rock legends Slash (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver), Sammy Hagar (Van Halen), Matt Sorum (Guns N’ Roses), Gilby Clarke, Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver), Billy Duffy (The Cult), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple) and Myles Kennedy (Alter Bridge). The supergroup will showcase its members’ collection of smash hits, as well as other classic rock favorites. The event will not only include a concert but a silent auction of one-of-a-kind music memorabilia to help raise funds for The Dolphin Project in the San Francisco Bay Area. There will also be a very limited number of VIP packages which will include access to artist sound check, pre-show [Read More]

'80s Rock

It is time to Turn Up the Radio with rockers Nasty Habit

June 11, 2015

The bad ass rockers from New York, Nasty Habit will have you ready to crank it up loud and Turn Up The Radio. They have just released a  new video for their song which brings back the nostalgic feel of a great 80’s rock music video. These guys have a rock and roll passion that is non stop. They have a high energy ’80s style rock sound that you will grab a hold of you and infect you with ROCK! Check out their new video: When I first heard Nasty Habit, they completely renewed my faith in the younger generation to keep true rock and roll alive. Nasty Habit will make sure that Rock and Roll is here to stay! We will see if we can bring you another interview with them and find out more about what is in store for Nasty Habit as they work on their new record. We are hoping they will be making their way out to the West Coast soon for some California shows! Make sure to visit their social media [Read More]

Country

Get whisked away by the angelic vocals of singer/songwriter Sofia Donavan

June 11, 2015

Allow me to introduce you to the angelic vocals of Sofia Donavan. At only eighteen years old, she has been garnering the attention in the music scene, whether it be country, folk or pop. Her voice knows no genres, no boundaries, no limits. Just pure beautiful bliss when she sings. Check out Sofia performing Note To Tennessee at the Gibson sessions: Sofia has released her 2nd EP, Left To The Clouds last month and it is filled with emotionally driven songs that will awaken your senses and have you enjoying the moment or the pauses in life. Her song Rare as Gold is a personal favorite of mine as she captures such honest emotional vulnerability and then brings out this strong air of self confidence. Really a favorite of mine.  Make sure to pick up the new EP, Left To The Clouds by heading over to iTunes here. We will see if we can bring you an interview with Sofia soon. Visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on the latest [Read More]

Festival

1st Annual Food Truck & Rock Carnival announced for September

June 11, 2015

This September 18th, 19th and 20th, the first annual FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL comes to Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ – and believe it or not – features all of the above and more! In addition to celebrating the rock n’ roll lifestyle, the FOOD TRUCK & ROCK CARNIVAL includes fun for all ages and walks of life. There will be several activities that will offer FREE admission to all, daily events include live music, GCW pro-wrestling, food truck competitions, karaoke and discount high energy amusement rides.  Check out the flyer below:’   LIVE CONCERTS – PRICING  Live music entertainment will come from many of today’s hottest rock music groups, including Godsmack, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Stone Temple Pilots, Skid Row, Skillet, Puddle of Mudd, Otherwise, Slaughter, Faster Pussycat, LA Guns, Lita Ford, Kix and more to be announced. Live music tickets are on sale now – starting affordably low: Single Day Passes – $29.99 (Under 16 $19.99, Under 10 FREE – intro prices valid  until July 6th)   Full [Read More]

Band

Linda Perry’s Make or Break Project winner Hemming set to release new album

June 11, 2015

  Hemming  was first introduced to the world through VH1’s Make or Break : The Linda Perry Project as one half of the Philadelphia punk duo Omar. Make or Break was developed by superstar producer and songwriter Linda Perry as the antithesis to reality music shows.  Martello joined the show as part of a band, but it was her solo work and a song called “Vitamins” that caught Perry’s attention and started Martello on the journey of finding and developing the voice of Hemming. At the conclusion of the show Martello was presented with the opportunity to make a record with Perry and that record is set to release on July 24th . The debut will mark the re-launch of Perry’s label, Custard Records. Hemming’s vocals draw you in and wraps you in a blanket of emotion. She brings out a honest rawness when she sings, which is so welcoming these days. She truly shines as an artist. Check out here new song, I’ll Never Be The Man For You which is off the upcoming album:   [Read More]

Alternative

Alt-Folksinger Level and The Square premiere new video

June 11, 2015

Alternative folksinger songwriter, Level and The Square are premiering a  new video for their track, Like Stones. The song is from the artist’s debut album From Here to the James highlighting singer/songwriter Nik Piscitello’s soulful voice and melodic guitar reminiscent of artists like Iron & Wine or City and Colour. Check out the video here:   The nostalgic video comes from “Piscitello’s concept of the video came from using old etiquette footage on how to date as a metaphor for how we can never really be perfect in a relationship no matter how much we try. The end when the couple jumps back on the phone and we cut to driving footage represents the moment when you just take off in your relationship and the many roads you will travel along the way.” Nik’s vocals truly carry a depth of emotion that is floating a soulful sea. You check out his complete album From Here to the James which iss available for purchase digitally on iTunes and more. Make sure to visit his social media sites so you can stay up [Read More]