July 2015 | Music Junkie Press

Interview with Kyle and Tom of Hellyeah out on Mayhem Fest

July 21, 2015

Hellyeah have been tearing up the main stage out on this year’s Mayhem Festival. We had a chance to catch up with Bassist Kyle Sanders and Guitarist Tom Maxwell before their set at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View. Check out our interview with them here: Hellyeah have teamed up with with domestic abuse prevention organization NO MORE. In their #HushNoMore campaign they have been sending messages of hope and support to survivors of domestic abuse. The band released their music video for HUSH in April. This song and music video tell the story of frontman Chad Gray’s personal life experience dealing with family violence. Check out the video here: It is an amazing song that captures the depth of pain and emotion of experiencing family violence. It brings a voice to those who may remain silent and it also brings hope to those who might feel helpless. These are the memories in me, you didn’t wanna know, you didn’t wanna know, These are the memories we keep, we don’t wanna show, we don’t wanna show, but now [Read More]

Concert Review: Black Label Society with The New Black at Backstage in Munich by Alexandra Bock

July 20, 2015

Convert Review Black Label Society / The New Black July 19, 2015, Backstage Werk, Munich It was a hot summer night yesterday, when Black Label Society invited all Berzerkers to another show in Munich. The Backstage Werk was really crowded and the heat inside the venue almost unbearable. But we made it through and the little rainshower outside at the end of the show was welcomed by everyone. But, first things first….. ‘The New Black’, a German band from Würzburg, opened the show. They play a heavy, melodic and groovy sound and really knew how to start a show. After their set, a big curtain was drawn up and shielded the view to the stage. A little after 9 pm an intro started, guitars began to wail, the veil dropped down and with loud cheers from the audience Black Label Society started their set. It was a very guitar driven show, which is to be expected when one of the greatest guitarists is playing in town. Set list included ‘In This River’, ‘My [Read More]

Black Veil Brides debut album celebrates it’s 5th birthday

July 20, 2015

Five years ago from today BVB released their first album called ‘We stitch these wounds’. The tracklist includes their first ever video release, ‘Knives And Pens’, which so far was watched over 72 Million times….. and another popular tune from that album …. By now BVB have released 4 records, won many awards, built an army, toured the world and released a #1 live DVD. Happy Birthday ‘WSTW’! Black Veil Brides are currently out on Warped Tour. Try to catch them on any of the upcoming dates. Here’s some of the pictures of the Warped Tour date in Mountain View as well as photos throughout the years. Even a couple videos from their live sets over the years. Black Veil Brides Video Playlist: Information & Links: Website: http://www.blackveilbrides.net/ Website: http://www.bvbarmy.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Blackveilbrides YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/BlackVeilBridestv Twitter: https://twitter.com/blackveilbrides Instagram: http://instagram.com/blackveilbrides

Haunted by Heroes deliver a ROCKIN set at DNA Lounge

July 20, 2015

Allow me to re-introduce you to Haunted by Heroes. These young rockers which features twins, Chris (drums) and Nick (bass) have been rocking out for nearly eight years. You might recall seeing them perform We’re Not Gonna Take It with Dee Snider on America’s Got Talent, on the Today Show as well as countless gigs with legendary rockers. Fast forward to today and they are still kicking ass and rocking out. While they might have started young, they have continued with their passion for music and have evolved into highly talented musicians and songwriters. With Max (who has been with them for several years and played with them back on America’s Got Talent) and Atreyu on guitar, Chris with his heavy hitting precision drums and Nick’s infectious vocals and slamming bass, these four have created a powerful sound that is soon to impact the rock scene. We caught them perform last night as they opened for Dead Sara at DNA Lounge in San Francisco. They were incredible as they got the crowd fired up with a 40 minute [Read More]

The Glorious Sons announce US dates for The Contender Tour

July 20, 2015

One of my favorite concerts of this year was when The Glorious Sons came to San Francisco and performed at the DNA Lounge. They are a hard working band from Ontario, Canada and truly blew us away from first listen. They put on an incredible set that had me grinning from ear to ear as I watched a band for the first time and knew that it will definitely not be my last. They have been touring non stop and have just announced US dates for The Contender Tour. Check the dates below: Confirmed appearances include: 9/13 Sterling Heights, MI Chill on the Hill 9/15 Des Moines, IA Vaudeville Mews 9/17 Omaha, NE Reverb 9/18 Denver, CO Marquis Theatre 9/19 Colorado Springs, CO The Black Sheep 9/22 Houston, TX The Warehouse Live 9/23 Dallas, TX Club Dada 9/24 San Antonio, TX Paper Tiger 9/25 Austin, TX Lamberts 9/26 Baton Rouge, LA Spanish Moon 9/28 [Read More]

Catch Code Orange out on the Rockstar Mayhem Fest

July 20, 2015

We wanted to bring you a quick update with Code Orange as they have been out on the I AM KING summer tour as part of the Rockstar Energy Mayhem Fest. They are also heading out to perform at Hardcore 2015 FEST this week! Check out our interview with drummer Jamie after their set in Mountain View: Make sure to pick up their I AM KING album and crank it up loud! Also visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://thinnersoftheherd.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/codeorangekids Twitter: https://twitter.com/codeorangekids

Interview with rockers Vattica at the Viper Room

July 19, 2015

Rockers from Hollywood, Vattica have recently signed with Another Century (Century Records rock label). They recently performed at an industry showcase this past week at the Viper Room. The line wrapped around the block as everyone was excited to see the sets by XO Stereo, Vattica, 9 Electric and Awaken The Empire. We had the chance to chat with Vattica before their set and are pleased to bring the interview to you here: Vattica have also released a music video fro Run, Baby which you can check out here: The three member band definitely create a nice powerful sound which blends alternative and pop rock nicely into their own style. Vattica features Alexander Millar on lead vocals/guitar, Joey Jane on bass/backing vocals and Prentice on drums/percussion, backing vocals. If you are in the Southern California area, you can often catch them performing around the Hollywood circuit and they deliver a high energy set every time. Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. ~ [Read More]