July 2015 | Music Junkie Press

Seether announces European Tour Dates and watch their new video

July 5, 2015

About one year after the release of their sixth full-length album ‘Isolate And Medicate’ Seether will return to Europe/UK in August. They are currently on summer tour in the US with Three Doors Down. They have released the brand new video for the song ‘Nobody Praying For Me’, which you can check out here: Shaun Morgan comments about the video: Our goal in creating this video is for people to educate themselves and make an informed decision on their own, rather than being told by any media outlet saying, this is what you should be thinking, this is what is right, explains Morgan. The whole point is to try and shift the way we look at things and to not always leap to our pre-conceived conclusions, which is mostly racially and profile-based, because that’s what we get fed all the time. I’ve been guilty of it too. It’s very unfortunate, and it’s getting worse instead of better. You can check out how the storyline shifts by visiting their website to get an idea of different [Read More]

Battle of the Bands lineup confirmed for Riki Rachtman’s World Famous Cathouse

July 4, 2015

We all can’t wait for August 15th and the return of Riki Rachtman’s infamous World Famous Cathouse. Even if it is just for a one day only festival. Included in the amazing lineup for the Cathouse Live at Irvine Meadows are two bands which will be chosen on July 14th at the Battle of the Bands. The lineup for the Battle has been confirmed and they are listed below: 10 To Midnite, Burning Heat, Faith & Bullets, Kelly Maglia, LA Story, Madysin Hatter,Molly Vamp, Raven’s Cry, Rok Hollywood, Scarlet Vice, Stonebreed, Swamphammer, The Aviators, and The Hard Way. Two lucky unsigned bands will have the chance to play at Cathouse Live At Irvine Meadows (August 15 at Irvine Meadows Amphitheater) via the Cathouse Live Battle of the Bands. The grand prize winner will open the main stage and the runner up will open the second stage at Cathouse Live. Celebrity rock judges Riki Rachtman (Cathouse), Paul Gargano (Metal Edge), DJ Will (KNAC), and Danny Dangerous (The Zeros) will decide which bands are the best fit [Read More]

With Full Force deliver a fierce cover of 5 Seconds of Summer’s She Looks So Perfect

July 2, 2015

Remember when I told you to remember that name, With Full Force? I had told you that you would definitely be hearing a lot from them and I have some new music for you from them. They have recently released a fierce cover of She Looks So Perfect by 5 Seconds of Summer. They gave it a heavy face lift and you will love it! Check out the cover here: These guys are definitely 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. In case you missed our interview with them, we are pleased to bring that interview to you once again: 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. [Read More]

We Are Harlot continue on the nonstop Rock and Roll train as they announce new tour dates!

July 2, 2015

Hold on tight, We Are Harlot are going to be taking you for a wild ride. There is no surprise that they recently won the award for Best New Band at the Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards. They truly live and breathe rock and roll as it runs through their veins. Their debut album has charted at the #1 spot and their songs have continued to blow up the airwaves. Their new single, Someday is impacting rock radio outlets nationwide and they have put in some hard non stop touring. It doesn’t seem they have any plans to slow down as well. They have just announced new dates for North American tour. JULY 3 Concrete Street Amphitheater Corpus Christi, TX ^*% JULY 4 Lonestar Amphitheater Lubbock, TX ^*% JULY 7 Laredo Energy Arena Laredo, TX ^# JULY 8 The Bomb Factory Dallas, TX ^# JULY 25 Krockathon Syracuse, NY JULY 28 Pier Six Pavilion [Read More]

Interview with The Devil Wears Prada as they continue to deliver fierce sets out on Mayhem Fest

July 1, 2015

Mayhem Fest officially kicked off with a bang this past weekend. We were able to catch the tour as it made a stop at the Shoreline Amphitheater and it proved to be a day full of non-stop hard and heavy music which was sure to satisfy all your needs. The lineup this year has a little bit of everything and we were excited to see The Devil Wears Prada out on the tour! The Devil Wears Prada are set to release a conceptual “Space” EP on August 21st through Rise Records. This being their first official release since 2013 and is a wholly collaborative effort, with all band members – Mike Hranica (vocals), Jeremy DePoyster (rhythm guitar, clean vocals), Andy Trick (bass), Daniel Williams (drums), and touring musicians Jonathan Gering (keyboards), and Kyle Sipress (lead guitar) – contributing. We had the chance to talk with Jeremy and Andy shortly before their set on Sunday and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: The EP can be pre-ordered by visiting http://tdwp.merchnow.com. In addition to playing some [Read More]

The Wonder Years announce new album, No Closer To Heaven and premiere new video

July 1, 2015

The Wonder Years have just announced details for their new album, No Closer To Heaven. This will be their fifth studio album and will be released through Hopeless Records. The 13 track album was recorded and produced by Steve Evetts and mixed by Phil Nicolo. You can check out their new song and video for Cardinals which is off the upcoming album. The album is now available for pre-order. “Cardinals” will be offered as an instant grat track when pre-ordered digitally or physically. There are bundle options and pre-orders available on the band’s official website. The Wonder Years and Sub City will donate one dollar for each record pre-ordered through MerchNow. Upon check out, fans will be prompted to select one of four charities, chosen by The Wonder Years, where the donation made through their purchase will be sent. Proceeds will help benefit The Herren Project, Puppies Behind Bars, After-School All-Stars andFutures Without Violence. No Closer To Heaven Track Listing 1. Brothers & 2. Cardinals 3. A Song For Patsy Cline 4. I Don’t Like Who I Was Then 5. [Read More]

I Prevail release video for Crossroads and catch them out on tour this summer!

July 1, 2015

I Prevail are gearing up for their new Crossroads Tour which will feature Danger Kids as direct support and also include Fit For Rivals, Dayseeker and Animal In Me. They have just released a music video for their Crossroads song and you can check it out here: The video will definitely have you ready in anticipation to catch them live out on tour. We caught up with drummer Lee and guitarist Steve when they performed at The Regency Ballroom in San Francisco earlier this month with Amaranthe. Check out our interview here: We hope you get a chance to see I Prevail out on the Crossroads Tour as they deliver an incredible high energy set. Drummer Lee Runestad comments about the upcoming tour, “We’re absolutely stoked with the way The Crossroads Tour came together! It’s an awesome lineup of talented bands with great sounds who each have something unique to bring to the package. We’re also lucky enough to hit a bunch of new cities on this tour, which is really exciting. We couldn’t be more [Read More]