Month: October 2015

Alternative

Interview with His Dream of Lions

October 2, 2015

Alternative rockers His Dream of Lions have been rocking everyone with their new video for their song, Cradle. The song highlights their fresh new music that combines an alternative edge and rock in their catchy new track.  We had the chance for interview with Guitarist/Vocalist, Seth Coggeshall and are pleased to bring that you to you here: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you very much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. You guys did a great job with the new song and video for Cradle. Can you tell us more about that song? Seth: Of course thanks for having us! Cradle was the song that spurred us onto this new record. We spend a while reflecting on our previous work and realized the only way we could open doors for the band was by writing better music. Cradle, and the rest of the songs on this EP are the result of that process. Music Junkie Press:  We understand [Read More]

Aftershock 2015

Our Aftershock Spotlight Band is Black Veil Brides

October 2, 2015

  Today our Aftershock Spotlight Band is the Black Veil Brides. We are so excited to see that they will be performing at this year’s Aftershock Festival on October 24th. Black Veil Brides have been enjoying another highly successful year after winning Album of the Year at the APMAs. They recently released their Alive and Burning DVD/Blue Ray which has topped the charts at the #1 spot. In addition, earlier this year they celebrated their fifth anniversary of their debut full length album, We Stitch These Wounds.  They continue to dominate with their straight up rock and roll and have made a name for themselves that will continue to bring them to legendary status. Their live performances are unrivaled and they have a fiercely dedicated fanbase. One thing is for sure, they always deliver epic performances that are fueled by their passion for rock and high energy. It will be great to see them perform at this festival. If you are in Southern California don’t miss their upcoming shows with Aiden and Ashestoangels. These will be epic shows [Read More]

New Music

Crooks UK release new video for Schöne Seele which is off their upcoming album

October 2, 2015

Crooks UK are set to release their new album, Are We All the Same Distance Apart on October 30th via Headphone Music/Equal Vision Records. To get you amped for the release check out their newly released video for Schöne Seele which is off the upcoming album. Guitarist Oli Bendall comments about the video: “The idea for the video came about one evening when we were all hanging out in an abandoned quarry in the middle of the woods. We had a completey different concept up until that point but were still so indecisive about it all. We all love the woods and being this time of year, we wanted it to look as natural and autumnal as possible. We straight away thought that this was the best way to portray the song and band in the way we felt best suits.” Guitarist Alex Pay comments about the song, “Schöne Seele was actually the first song that got finished when we were in the studio. I still remember the first time I listened to it, it was such an [Read More]

Metal

Get ready for a much needed dose of speed metal by Salems Lott to keep you going!

October 1, 2015

The weekend is almost here, time to get revved up and ready to party. Need a pick me up? How about a much needed dose of speed metal from Salems Lott to fire you up? The SoCal shock rock group starts their energy at full thrust and continues to grab your attention. They recently played at The Whisky A GoGo with Marty Friedman and are set to return to the Whisky on October 26th to perform with Loudness. You can purchase tickets here :  http://salemslott.com/shop/. Check out their newly released video for their song Sonic Shock which highlights their theatrical shock rock persona and leave you begging for more: Make sure to check them out and visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on the latest Salems Lott news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://facebook.com/salemslottband Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/salemslottofficial

music

Check out the new song, Self/Less from A Skylit Drive off their upcoming album

October 1, 2015

A Skylit Drive are premiering a new song, Self/Less which is off their upcoming album, ASD which is scheduled for an October 9th release.  Check out the track here: We are excited to announce that A Skylit Drive will be out on the Hate Me Tour with Escape The Fate, Sworn In, Sirens & Sailors and Myka Relocate. The tour kicks off on October 13th in Anaheim, CA and wraps up on November 15th in San Diego, CA. We are excited to see that they will be making a stop in San Francisco and hope to bring you full coverage.     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/askylitdrive Twitter – http://twitter.com/askylitdrive Instagram: https://instagram.com/askylitdrive/

Folk Rock

Folk music of Alec Lytle & Them Rounders is sure to touch your soul

October 1, 2015

The emotive folk music of Alec Lytle & Them Rounders is one that is sure to touch your soul. With compelling story telling lyrics and vocals filled with honest emotion, you can’t help but gravitate to the energy they bring. Check out their new lyric video for their song, North, CA which is off their upcoming album, The End of Ours. The song is beautiful and the video with it’s artistic nature captures the raw feelings of the track. You have to be made of stone to not feel touched by this song. It is pure musical bliss. Their new album, The End of Ours is set to release on October 16th through Four Acre Records. Produced by Tony Berg (Michael Penn, Josh Radin, Blake Mills) and engineered/mixed by the legendary Bob Clearmountain (Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie), the 11-track album will be available on iTunes, CD and special edition 180-gram vinyl. For my Northern California friends, I am happy to announce that you can catch Alec Lytle & Them Rounders at Silo’s in [Read More]

Band of the Day

T.R.O.Y. set to release their new EP as they head West to record at NRG Studios

October 1, 2015

T.R.O.Y. which stands for The Reality Of Yourself is an American rock band out of Springfield, Missouri and is definitely a band you have to know. They had quite a year as they were chosen as the grand champion of a national Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands competition. It is no surprise when you take a listen to them as they deliver straight up hard rock and roll with no smoke and mirrors. These guys are the real deal and their music speaks for itself. They are set to release their new EP Two Worlds tomorrow and are holding their EP Release show at the Outland Ballroom in Sprinfield. Only days after their release, they are heading out West to record with Jay Baumgardner at NRG Studios. I can only imagine what will come from their recordings with the amazing producer Jay. Check out their song The Reckoning which is off their new EP: We hope they will announce a couple shows here in California when they are out here and we can bring you [Read More]