Month: June 2015

Band

New Years Day release new single and music video for new song, Kill or Be Killed

June 26, 2015

  New Years Day have been slaying it out on the Vans Warped Tour this summer, even playing their new song Kill or Be Killed. Today they have released the video for the song and it is a deadly one! Check it out here: That is one track that will keep your feet firmly planted on the floor and not allow yourself to be pushed around anymore! The song is off their upcoming album, Malevolence and can pre-ordered exclusive at their Merch Tent at Vans Warped Tour. We will be bringing you an interview soon with Nikki Misery and Nick Rossi, so stay tuned. Don’t miss them on Warped Tour, check out some of the photos from their set: Don’t forget to also check out the TEI Workshops which Ash Costello will be hosting: http://www.thinktei.com/ashleycostello/ as well as Nikki Misery’ guitar technique workshop: http://www.thinktei.com/nikkimisery/. When you head into Warped Tour, check the schedule for the set time of New Years Day and don’t miss it! In case you missed it, check out our interview with Ash Costello earlier this [Read More]

Band

Attila makes sure to bring the fun to Vans Warped Tour

June 26, 2015

  Attila have been kicking ass out on Vans Warped Tour with ferociously energetic sets. Not to mention, they are bringing the fun vibes to the crowd with their oversized beer pong crowd game!  Check out some photos from their set out on Vans Warped Tour, Mountain View date.   So make sure to catch Attila this summer as they will be taking over Warped Tour main stage and making sure everyone in the crowd is having a good time. When you arrive, be sure to check the set times and also make your way to their merch booth. As we have said it before, there is no disputing one simple fact; Fronz is an amazing and captivating front man. He is there to insure that every single member of that packed audience is having the time of their life. That is not to say that his band doesn’t have the same engaging adrenaline filled stage presence, because they absolutely do!  Chris is a madman on guitar and Kalan is fierce on his bass. These guys are [Read More]

Band

Interview with The Karma Killers as they bring high energy rock to Vans Warped Tour

June 26, 2015

Vans Warped Tour has an amazingly diverse lineup this year and there is definitely something for everyone at the festival.  The only problem might be that so many bands are playing at the same time and you wish you could clone yourself so you don’t miss all the great sets.  One of our highlights of Vans Warped Tour is the kick ass band, The Karma Killers. Hailing from New Jersey is this punk infused rock/pop band that will soon become one of your favorites. We were able to chat with them shortly before their set on the Ernie Ball stage and are pleased to bring that interview to you here. (We apologize for the audio in advance)     We caught them on the Ernie Ball stage and they just tore it up. Their non stop energy drew the crowd in as you couldn’t walk away from this non-stop rock. They even got the crowd all riled up with a stellar cover of Rockaway Beach by the Ramones. They have excellent stage presence and I [Read More]

Entertainment

What Happened Miss Simone nails the tragic life and changing times of Nina Simone. Review by Patrick O’Heffernan

June 26, 2015

  Oscar-nominated director Liz Garbus has a talent for putting viewers inside the heads and lives of celebrities like no one else.  She has done it with Marilyn Monroe and Bobby Fischer, and now she has done it with the singer/activist Nina Simone. Garbus has produced a spellbinding documentary film that goes far beyond the genre “documentary” by editing together new and existing footage from the tumultuous life of this 50’s 60’s “Queen of Soul”.  The result is a masterpiece of both documentary film making and storytelling.   There is music, more than 25 songs and a live clip of Simone at the 1978 Montreux Festival, footage that documented the  launch of her career and encapsulated the complexity of her life. However this is not a concert film or even a music film;  it is the story of the woman who began life as Eunice Waymon from Tryon New Jersey, changed her name to Nina –  Spanish for little girl – Simone – after the actress Simone Signoret – in order to hide her piano [Read More]

New Music

Earthside release a drum playthrough video of the track “The Closest I’ve Come”

June 26, 2015

Progressive cinematic rockers Earthside have released a great drum playthrough video by Ben Shanbrom for their song, The Closest I’ve Come. The song is off their upcoming debut album, A Dream In Static. Ben comments, “One thing I love about instrumental tracks is that you can use the song title in itself to tell a story that all listeners can interpret differently. For me, ‘The Closest I’ve Come’ is about proving yourself to yourself – overcoming the mental voices that say that you aren’t worthy or ‘can’t do it.’ While it’s one of the older songs on the record, it remains one of the most intense pieces for me to play live. I purposefully wrote parts for it that would challenge me and force me to improve as a player and overall musician.”  Check out the video here: The new album, A Dream in Static was recorded in Stockholm, Sweden under the watch of renowned producer and mix engineer, David Castillo (Opeth, Katatonia, Bloodbath), and additional mix and mastering engineer, Jens Bogren (Opeth, Soilwork, The Ocean, [Read More]

Festival

TWIZTID will headline Frightfest for Rock and Shock 2015

June 26, 2015

Rock and Shock is a three day horror and music convention featuring celebrity signings, movie screenings, concerts, panels and more. Now in its 12th year, Rock and Shock has played host some of the biggest names in horror and rock. Previous Rock and Shock performers include Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper, Gwar, Misfits, Insane Clown Posse, Meshuggah, Type O Negative, Turbonegro, Mushroomhead, Wednesday 13, God Forbid, DevilDriver, The Haunted and others. Billboard chart-topping rap duo TWIZTID have announced that they will headline the Frightfest portion on Rock and Shock 2015, taking place the weekend of October 16, 17, and 18 at DCU Center and Worcester Palladium in Worcester, MA. TWIZTID will perform with support from Blaze, Boondox, Prozak, Wolfpac, Scum, and Kissing Candice. TWIZTID have recently wrapped up their “Back To Hell: The Darkness Tour” and have recently announced the upcoming release of an exclusive double limited edition red vinyl version of their highest-charting album of all time, W.I.C.K.E.D.  TWIZTID is able to release this via their website, www.Twiztid-Shop.com, as well as Amazon, FYE, Hastings and wherever music is [Read More]

Hardcore

Post hardcore band Elite are back with a second single and music video for Heartbeats Lasts Forever

June 26, 2015

Post hardcore band Elite from New Jersey have returned with their second single and debut music video for their song, Heartbeats Lasts Forever. The high energy track which was produced by Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada), successfully mixes abrasive musical composition with indelible vocal melodies. The music video accompanying the song was produced by Sam Link (Sleeping With Sirens, Memphis May Fire).  Check out the video here: Frontman, Jimmy Ruggiero comments about the song, “This song is for anyone currently struggling with depression or the loss of a loved one. Things get tough in life and you lose some people around you on the way. Keep your head high and find the strength to make something of yourself.” Elite is: Jimmy Ruggiero — Vocals Mike Williams — Guitar Chris Alleman — Bass  Jesse Smith — Drums The single is off their forthcoming album which will be produced by Joey Sturgis. Make sure to visit their social media sites as this will definitely be a band you want to keep on your radar. ~ Marisol Information [Read More]