Month: December 2015

Indie Rock

Loner Chic announce debut LP Year of The Goth to be released in February

December 10, 2015

Pop Punk / Indie rockers Loner Chic have announced their upcoming release of their debut LP Year of The Goth on Broken World Media, Derrick of The World Is A Beautiful Place…’s media label. In addition, they’ll be playing TWIABP’s release show for ‘Harmlessness’ on December 11 at Toad’s Place in New Haven, Connecticut alongside labelmates The Island of Misfit Toys. The LP is set to release on February 19, 2016 and will be available on vinyl, cassette tape and digital. Loner Chic captures your attention with their power pop riffs, punk infused energy and dynamic indie rock style. Check out their music from their EP Pretty Void which was released last year.   So stay tuned for new music and make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lonerchic Twitter: https://twitter.com/loner_chic Bandcamp: https://lonerchic.bandcamp.com/

Hard Rock

Bandits announce upcoming release of KILL Tonight 7″ Vinyl in March

December 10, 2015

The explosive heavy rock trio Bandits have announced that they will be releasing Kill Tonight 7″ Vinyl in March.  You know that we love our vinyl and can’t wait to hear their fierce music on it. This highly anticipated release was mastered by Brian Gardner, the Grammy award-winning engineer who has worked with iconic artists such as Jack White, Queens of the Stone Age, and Them Crooked Vultures. BANDITS are a red-hot bowling ball, shot out of a homemade cannon into the side panel of mid 80’s Ford Bronco. Led by the unmatched chemistry of brother/sister John Demitro (guitar/vox) and LuLu Demitro (bass/keys/vox), and driven by the eruptive drumming of Andrew Oakley (drums), BANDITS have managed to enter a higher society of artistry by discharging a brand unlike any others in the provincial industry. BANDITS find themselves drawing in dazed listeners to a focal point of sound, just before pushing back with enough power and energy to knock the asbestos out of the ceiling of your towns grimy rock club.  With excitement towards the upcoming [Read More]

NAMM 2016

41. Throwback to interview with December in Red is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 10, 2015

For number 41 on our Countdown to NAMM 2016 we bring you a Throwback to our Interview with December in Red. We ran into bassist Colbey Schnelle at NAMM 2015.  Here is that interview: In case you missed their video for Send Me A Postcard, check it out here:   December In Red are: Del McGeachy – Vocalist Dan Gardner – Guitar Colbey Schnelle – Bass Marc Mercier – Drums   Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/decemberinred Twitter: https://twitter.com/DecemberinRed NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership For more details on NAMM 2016, visit their website at https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2016 About The NAMM Foundation The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit organization funded in part by the National Association of Music Merchants and its 9,900 members. The Foundation’s mission is to advance active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs. For more information about the NAMM Foundation, please visit www.nammfoundation.org. Stay tuned as we countdown to NAMM 2016! Location & Hours Anaheim Convention Center 800 West Katella [Read More]

Acoustic

Interview with blues rockers Kingsborough as they gear up for another great year

December 9, 2015

The end of the year tends to be a time for bands to wind down but that is not the case for blues rockers Kingsborough from Santa Rosa. They have continued to keep the rock torch alive with great shows around the Bay Area.  This is one band that we have been following for a couple years now and they truly give 150% every time they perform. As I have mentioned before, their music is a very welcoming fusion of soulful blues and classic rock but with a much more modernized face lift! They literally bring an intensity to their music, soulful vocals that just grab a hold of you, catchy choruses, spectacular guitar solos, striking rhythms and big harmonies that need their own zip code. This is one band that you can only be described as “ROCK AND ROLL AT ITS FINEST”.     We had the chance to chat with them last Friday as they were about to perform at 755 After Dark in Sebastopol. Check out our interview with them: They have another show [Read More]

Video

Actually Huizenga releases new video Krampus Redux

December 9, 2015

Los Angeles based artist Actually Huizenga is getting you in the naughty holiday spirit with their new music video for Krampus Redux.  Inspired by the darkly festive tale, the singer offers a “soft rock” inspired dance score that features satiny synths, sultry vocals and darkly playful lyrics. Check out the video here: Product of Playboy playmate Wanda Huizenga and celebrity physician, Robert Huizenga is more than just a pretty face, she’s a creative DIY force with multiple projects in tow.  Aside from her new holiday track/video, the singer is preparing to launch a new album,  a self directed and produced film and a new adult coloring book in 2016. You can visit their website for more details: www.actuallyactually.com

NAMM 2016

42. Producer Don Was to receive Les Paul Award is featured on our Countdown to NAMM 2016

December 9, 2015

For number 42 on our Countdown, we wanted to share with you some exciting news about the 31st Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards at NAMM 2016. They will be honoring producer Don Was with the Les Paul Award. The multiple GRAMMY Award music producer’s resume includes work with Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson and Roy Orbison and more. The show happens on the evening of January 23 and is open to the public. Prior to the ceremony, 10 historically-significant breakthrough products and technologies will be inducted to theNAMM TECnology Hall of Fame. That ceremony begins at 4PM and more information is below.    The NAMM Foundation presents the 31st annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards and the NAMM TECnology Hall of Fame on January 23 at the 2016 NAMM Show. The events honor the best in audio and sound production as well as the most impactful audio technology products from the last 75 years. Record producer and music industry executive Don Was will receive the 2016 Les Paul Award, an [Read More]

Entertainment

THIS SATURDAY! Tony MacAlpine Benefit Concert with Steve Vai, Zakk Wylde, John 5 & More!

December 8, 2015

  This Saturday is the Benefit Concert for Tony MacAlpine which will feature Steve Vai, John 5, Zakk Wylde, Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan, Derek Sherinian and more! The show is being held at The Wiltern in Los Angeles on December 12th. That Metal Show’s Eddie Trunk will serve as the master of ceremonies. Head over to LiveNation and pick up your tickets! Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine), Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme), and Richie Kotzen (The Winery Dogs) and Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big, Racer X) are joining this incredible line-up as part of the all-star jam. In addition to this extraordinary musical event, a wealth of items will be available for auction at the show. Non LA-based fans can also bid by visiting http://www.tonymacalpine.com/benefitfortony/ day-of-show through December 19. Auction items include: Personal guitars donated by Steve Vai, KISS (Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley & Tommy Thayer), Steve Lukather, Joe Satriani, Steve Stevens, Paul Gilbert, Joe Bonamassa, John Petrucci, Tom Morello, Richie Kotzen, Vinnie Moore, and Jeff Loomis Signature snare drums from Simon Phillips, Gregg Bissonette, Mike Portnoy, [Read More]