October 2015 | Music Junkie Press

Interview with Jeff Brown of Art of Dying at Aftershock Festival 2015

October 31, 2015

We were very excited to see Art of Dying return to California and play a kick ass set at Aftershock Festival 2015. They took over the main stage with a fierce set. They have had quite a successful year with the release of their EP Rise Up which 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. It was amazing to see a full crowd singing each and every word to their songs and creating a lasting memory for them all. Here are some photos by our Rockin Ryan of their set: We had the chance to chat with drummer Jeff Brown and are pleased to bring you that interview here. He tells us more about what they are working on next, touring, and also what was his favorite childhood Halloween costume. Check it out here: Make sure to check out their lyric video for Everything and also reach out to your radio stations and [Read More]

81. 108 Rock Star Guitars are featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

October 31, 2015

On our Day 81 for our Countdown to NAMM we wanted to bring you exciting news about 108 Rock Star Guitars and how they will be sharing the Women’s International Music Network Booth during NAMM 2016. Their booth will be at #4386 in Hall C. The booth will serve as a launching pad for interviews, meetings, performances, and book signings. More details below: * * * * * “108 Rock Star Guitars has been an advocate of the WiMN, supporting its She Rocks Awards and showcases throughout the year. Sharing a space like this together is a great fit and a natural extension of our partnership,” said 108 Rock Star Guitars author and photographer, Lisa S. Johnson. WiMN Founder, Laura B. Whitmore added, “We are very grateful and excited to have a presence on the NAMM show floor this year along with 108 Rock Star Guitars. It will enable us to connect more closely with folks from all over the industry and work together on new projects that benefit women in the music [Read More]

Beyond Unbroken, featuring ex-Escape The Fate members release new music

October 30, 2015

Beyond Unbroken is a new band featuring ex-Escape The Fate members, Michael and Monte Money and new members Matti Hoffman and Daimen Horrell. Today Beyond Unbroken have released their debut track Under Your Skin. The new track features “heavy endurance with bouncing guitar driven tones followed by Michael’s heart pounding screams that will make you pee your pants to an awesome hit chorus that’ll surely keep ringing in your ears long after the song is finished” Check out the new song here: Stay tuned for the new track as it will be hitting iTunes soon. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay tuned for more new music from Beyond Unbroken. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Beyond_Unbroken Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beyondunbroken

Jacky Vincent has left Falling In Reverse to concentrate on solo career

October 30, 2015

It has been announced that Jacy Vincent has left Falling In Reverse to further concentrate on his solo career. The post was made on Falling In Reverse Facebook page referencing an article in Alternative Press. The departure was amicable and we can’t wait wait to see what Jacky has next in store for his very promising future. We featured Jacky a couple years back as one of our 12 Days of Guitarists. Jacky is one of the most awesome shredders out there today. His solo album highlights his amazing guitar playing and his impeccable technique. His solo album Star X Speed Story is amazing and it literally takes you through his high energy, lightning speed shredding. It is one of the top guitar instrumental albums out, right up there with Steve Vai, Jason Becker, Paul Gilbert and my true favorite; Michael Angelo Batio whom Jacky credits a lot of his guitar playing. Some of my personal faves on the album are Without You, Runaway Tryst, Venom Love, Fatal Envy and of course Maybe I am a Wolf. [Read More]

Interview with Red Sun Rising at Aftershock 2015

October 30, 2015

Red Sun Rising out of Akron, Ohio have been capturing everyone’s attention with their infectious melodic rock track, The Otherside. In case you missed their video for the song, check it out here: They were one of our highlights at this year’s Aftershock Festival as they really brought the energy to the stage. The crowd was rockin out and loving every minute of it. We had a chance to chat with a couple of the guys after their set and you can check that out here: They recently released their debut album Polyester Zeal and is a must have! It is definitely one album you will play over and over from start to finish, no fillers, pure rock. Pick it up on iTunes here and while you are at, crank it up loud so your neighbors know who Red Sun Rising is! Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.redsunrisingmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redsunrisingmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/redsunrising Instagram: https://instagram.com/redsunrising/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RedSunRisingBand

82. LOKNOB is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

October 30, 2015

On our day 82 countdown to NAMM 2016, we have a really interesting item for you to check out that all gear heads will be excited to learn more about. LOKNOB will be at NAMM 2016 with their new models. LOKNOB is a way to say NO to lost settings, no to tape on your gear, and no more glue. There is nothing more frustrating for a musician to find their settings have been moved or tampered with. With LOKNOB, that is sure not happen anymore. Their revolutionary product allows you to upgrade your knobs with LOKNOB and lock your settings in place. Loknob inventor and president explains, “Loknob is a revolutionary product invented by a musician for musicians solving a long time problem of lost settings. Upgrade your existing knobs on your amp, pedals, mixer, guitar, almost anything with a potentiometer ,with an all aluminum ,quality American made reusable knob that does more than just look pretty!” LOKNOB is a knob that not only replaces but upgrades the existing knob and can lock [Read More]

You ready to party with The Relapse Symphony? Check out their new video for Born To Burn

October 30, 2015

The Relapse Symphony have been kicking ass this year with some pretty heavy non stop touring. They currently are out on The Other Side Tour with New Years Day. We are looking forward to catching them at their Sacramento/Orangevale show on November 3rd. Meanwhile, these guys have just released an epic party video for their song Born To Burn. It is a great track and the video just takes you into the party life of The Relapse Symphony. Check it out here: In case you missed our interview with Bret and JC from their Whisky show, watch it here: There are still a few more dates left on the tour, get out to a show! Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news from them. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheRelapseSymphony Twitter: https://twitter.com/RelapseSymphony Instagram: http://instagram.com/relapsesymphony Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RelapseSymphonyVEVO iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-relapse-symphony/id582206411 Band Twitter: @BretVonDehl – Vocals @RayMiller_ – Guitar @JCCharles8 – Guitar