Interview

Check out the Lost Interview with Black Veil Brides by Drift N Die Press

July 16, 2015

Go to a Black Veil Brides show, and you never know what to expect! From Farewell, My Love storming the stage during “Fallen Angels” in Phoenix, to The Misfits’ Jerry Only and Jerry Jr accompanying the band for a few songs in Louisville, not one performance will be the same. Drift N Die was lucky enough to accompany BVB on a few dates of Black Mass Tour. Originally an interview lost to a crashed hard drive, we were able to recover the recording just for you guys! Back in October of 2014, we were able to sit down with the ‘Wild Boyz’ to ask them a few questions.   Drift N Die: You just got back from the UK to start your two month long tour of the US. How’s the road been treating you so far? Ashley Purdy: CC luuuuuvs that question. Andy Biersack: CC what do ya’ think? Christian “CC” Coma: (Snickering) Road’s been great we’re excited to be back in the states, how bout you guys? Ashley: It’s paved. Andy: I feel [Read More]

Hardcore

Iona Grove release lyric music video for Winter

July 16, 2015

Iona Grave is a Denver based melodic hardcore band that have just released a lyric video for their song, Winter. The song is from their EP Breathe. Check out the video here:   It is a great track with some captivating lyrics: Like the back of my hand I know the feeling all too well My mind is a cloud above my shoulders But my body’s forgetting to breathe Believe, that I can find reprieve A stay of execution by my own hands You can pick up the new EP which is available on iTunes, Spotify and bandcamp.   Iona Grove is: Jack Westbrook – Vocals Adam Dailey – Drums A.J. Quintanar – Guitar Ryan “Falcon” Simms – Bass JJ Powell – Guitar Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ionagroveband Bandcamp: https://ionagrove.bandcamp.com Twitter: Twitter.com/ionagrove

Band

Interview with Eugene of Sworn In as they continue to kick ass out on Mayhem Fest

July 16, 2015

  Sworn In have been destroying the Victory Stage out on Mayhem Fest this summer. They have been delivering fiercely energetic sets that have captivated the crowds and incited some nonstop moshing!  We had the chance to chat with Guitarist Eugene Kamlyuk when they played at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View. Check out our interview here: Check out some photos of their set by our Rockin Ryan: Watch their video for their song Scissors here: Make sure to catch them out on Mayhem Fest and be sure to also visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news from Sworn In. I will leave you with a video of their performance of one of my favorite songs, Sunshine. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.sworninband.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swornin Twitter: https://twitter.com/SwornInBand Merch: http://www.sworninshop.com/

Interview

Interview with Baby Baby and catch them out on Vans Warped Tour

July 16, 2015

  Baby Baby have been bringing the energy to new levels out on the Kevin Says stage this summer for Vans Warped Tour.  We had the chance to chat with the guys when they made a stop in Mountain View. Check out our interview with them here: Their fun music is the perfect way to rock out this summer. Check the dates below and make sure to get yourself to a show!   Baby Baby is: Fontez Brooks (guitar, vocals) Grant Wallace (drums) Colin Boddy (aux percussion) Ryan Burruss (keys) Hsiang-Ming Wen (bass) Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babybabyblows Twitter:  https://twitter.com/babybabyblows Instagram: https://instagram.com/babybabyblows/

Entertainment

Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators announce World On Fire North American Tour Dates

July 16, 2015

SLASH featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators have announce dates for their World On Fire Tour. The tour will kick off September 18th on the East Coast and wrap up on October 24th on the West Coast. Pre-Sale tickets are on sale now and general admission is on sale tomorrow morning. For complete pre-sale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com. The regular on-sale for tickets will begin onFriday, July 17 (www.slashonline.com). Check the dates below and don’t miss them! SLASH: FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS: “WORLD ON FIRE” FALL U.S. TOUR: FRI 9/18 Providence, RI Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel SAT 9/19 Clark, NJ Food Truck and Rock Carnival -festival MON 9/21 Hamilton, ON Hamilton Place Theatre WED 9/23 Toronto, ON Sound Academy THU 9/24 Montreal, QC Metropolis SAT 9/26 Northfield, OH Hard Rock Live SUN 9/27 Detroit, MI The Fillmore TUE 9/29 Grand Rapids, MI The Intersection WED 9/30 Fort Wayne, IN Piere’s Entertainment Center FRI 10/2 Marksville, LA Paragon Casino – Mari Center SUN 10/4 Louisville, KY Louder than Life Festival WED 10/7 Minneapolis, MN Mill City Nights FRI 10/9 [Read More]

Music News

William Control update on the Aiden Record

July 16, 2015

William Control, singer/songwriter of the punk-band Aiden, recently released a video with an update on the new Aiden record. He plans to release it as a free digital download. To finance that he wants to auction Aiden stuff he collected over the years. An awesome chance for every fan to own one of a kind memorabilia. Watch this video for further details: Here is the link: http://aiden.bigcartel.com/ If everything goes according to plans, we are looking forward to a release by Halloween. We actually talked about Aiden a bit when we interviewed William Control out on the We Love Tour. In case you missed it, check it out here: Be sure to visit his social media sites to stay up to date on his latest news. I will leave you with a tribute video with footage of his performance in San Francisco. Information & Links: Website:  www.williamcontrol.com Website: http://www.aiden.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/williamcontrolofficial Twitter:  www.twitter.com/williamcontrol Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aidenofficial Youtube: ww.youtube.com/user/Iamwilliamcontrol    

Alternative Rock

Wishing Evan Pearce good health as he departs from Ghost Town

July 16, 2015

  Ghost Town is an amazing band and also a group of guys who consider eachother family.  Earlier this week, Ghost Town had to make the announcement that one of their own was leaving the band for health reasons. They posted the following on their social media earlier this week: Ghost Town regret to announce the departure of Evan Pearce due to health reasons. Evan explains, “Touring has always been difficult for me due to my health and I can no longer continue to tour at the pace demanded by the success of Ghost Town without it further affecting my wellbeing. Kevin, Alix and Manny have all been great and I hope we’ll have the opportunity to collaborate again in the future. I would also like to thank all the Ghosts out there for your support.” Evan will focus on continuing his success as an LA based producer and songwriter. He and Kevin will continue to share a house. Ghost Town said, “This is a sad day for us. Evan has been an integral part [Read More]