Month: September 2015

Band

Of Mice & Men release new video for Never Giving Up and Austin Carlile’s video message

September 11, 2015

One of the best tours this year goes to the Of Mice & Men on their Full Circle Tour. They were incredible when they came to San Francisco. You can check out our full coverage here: Of Mice & Men at Regency Ballroom. During that tour, we later found out that Austin Carlile was suffering from a broken rib and later led him cancelling the last two dates of the tour and Austin’s hospitalization. Here is a video message from Austin: Of Mice & Men have just released the video for Never Giving Up which was created by Strati Hovartos from footage collected by Jon Stone and Danny Todd over the band’s international touring earlier this year. Check it out here:     Check out photos from their set by our Rockin Ryan: We love the video and are glad that Austin is doing better and we can’t wait for what is next in store for them. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Interview with Madame Mayhem as we discuss her upcoming album, Now You Know

September 11, 2015

Madame Mayhem is set to release her full length album, Now You Know on October 16th through BFD/RED. She has brought in a great team of powerhouse rockers to play on the album including Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, Winery Dogs) – who produced and played on the album – Ray Luzier (KoRn, KXM), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (formerly of Guns N’ Roses), Russ Parrish (“Satchel” from Steel Panther), and Corey Lowery (Saint Asonia, Stuck Mojo). This is one album that will really deliver a much needed punch of fresh hard rock. We had the opportunity to talk with Madame Mayhem about her upcoming album and working with such amazing artists as well as work in her spectacular new video for Monster. Check out our interview here: Madame Mayhem is delivering a kick ass dose of rock that highlights her commanding presence and powerful vocals! Check out her video for her song, Monster. She comments on the video, “This video shows the escape from being trapped, under speculation, and breaking free to embrace your true self. Raw and real! About how society can [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Ghost Town announces tour dates for The Haunted Youth Tour and new album details

September 10, 2015

  We are so excited to announce the details of the upcoming release of Ghost Town’s third studio album, EVOLUTION on November 6th. Pre-orders for the album will begin tomorrow September 11th as well as the release of their music video for new song, Spark.  For more information please visit www.officialghosttown.com. In addition they have announced dates for their fall headlining tour which will include Dangerkids, Palaye Royale, Bad Seed Rising, and Sounds Like Harmony. We are happy to announce that the tour will kick off right here in San Francisco on November 1st at Slim’s. Tickets for all dates go on sale Friday, September 18th. Furthermore, Ghost Town are set to head overseas for another appearance on the UK Vans Warped Tour set for October 18thfollowed by a run of headline shows which will feature support from Palisades. For tickets and more information please visit www.officialghosttown.com. Check out the tour dates: 11/1                 San Francisco, CA                    Slim’s 11/3                 Portland, OR                           Hawthorne Theatre 11/4                 Seattle, WA                             El Corazon 11/5                 Vancouver, BC                        Tom Lee Hall 11/7                 Salt Lake [Read More]

Hard Rock

Hard rockers Kevlar are ready to blow the roof off The Odeon tomorrow night!

September 10, 2015

Cleveland, Ohio are you ready??? Ready for hard rockers Kevlar to blow the roof off The Odeon tomorrow night as they open for Avatar and Gemini Syndrome for the Hail The Apocalypse Tour. Kevlar performs on two nights of the tour, September 11 and September 15th.  Kevlar truly have a straight up kick ass vibe that includes influences of metal, hard rock and more. They have worked hard at creating their own signature sound that is sure to become your new addiction. They have recently released a fierce video for their track, The Void which is the title track of their debut EP. Check out the video and be prepared to fall prey to the commanding vocals of Kelci Margaret and the heavy powered guitars. The band comments that “the EP and its single are inspired by the everyday struggle of feeling inadequate and indecisive. If anything their music is anything but.” It really is an amazing track and we look forward to more new music from Kevlar. Make sure to visit their social media [Read More]

Alternative

Our Spotlight Band is Wind Walkers and check out their new video!

September 10, 2015

We know you are all addicted to music and here is your next new fix! For our spotlight band feature we bring to you Wind Walkers out of Massachusetts. They are like the bright light at the end of a metalcore tunnel bringing creative and inspiring songs to the post hardcore scene. Their music features emotionally driven lyrics, catchy melodies, all the while maintaining a ferocious dose of metal and powerful vocals. They are soon to release their debut album, The Shadow Thieves and have recently premiered their new song, Dead Tom’s Dead which was  produced by legendary metal producer Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada). The song is amazing and vocalist Corey Prokowiew had this to say about the track. “I wrote this song during a time of grief when I had to say farewell to somebody close to my heart. The concept behind “Dead Tom’s Dead” involves how unexpected loss in a family, or in any relatable situation, can lead to a lot of self-blame, self-realization, and sometimes even self-harm. Although I [Read More]

Aftershock 2015

Our Aftershock Spotlight Band is Art of Dying

September 10, 2015

Today our Aftershock Spotlight Band is the Art of Dying.  We are so excited to see Art of Dying on the lineup! We have been waiting for their return to Northern California, since the last time was at Uproar Festival several years back.  They have been having quite a successful year as earlier this year they released their EP Rise Up that has garnered them high praise for their well written emotionally driven tracks. Their music truly brings a deep connection to the listener and you can’t help but be held captive by them. They have a fiercely dedicated fanbase that has continued to grow and it holds no boundaries of age, culture, genres, etc. They have successfully captured the attention due to making damn good music that appeals to many. I look forward to the energy that these guys bring to the stage! Band Members: Jonny Hetherington – Lead Vocal Tavis Stanley – Guitar & Backup Vocal Cale Gontier – Bass & Backup Vocal Jeff Brown – Drums Genre:  Rock Feature: Emotionally driven lyrics, compelling vocals, infectious [Read More]

Entertainment

John 5 and Doyle team up for the Mad Monster Tour 2015

September 10, 2015

  Well, I have a tour for you this fall that you are not going to want to miss! John 5 is teaming up with DOYLE for their Mad Monster Tour 2015! The Mad Monster Tour will be in support of John 5’s upcoming greatest hits album. The album will include a live DVD featuring footage of John in concert. John will also be releasing three brand new singles beginning in October. We caught John5 earlier this year when he played to a sold out packed house at the DNA Lounge. It was a phenomenal night and you can check out our full coverage here: John 5 at DNA Lounge.  We are glad to see DOYLE on this tour as we have been waiting for his return! They have full list of tour dates for their ABOMINATOR TOUR which includes VIP Meet and Greet Packages available. Full details can be found by visiting www.OfficialDoyle.com/Store. Check the tour dates below and get yourself to a show. This will be one amazing adrenaline fueled tour that will leave a searing [Read More]