January 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Get addicted to the new video from Hands Like Houses for Colourblind

January 29, 2016

Aussie rockers Hands Like Houses are set to release their long awaited third studio album, Dissonants on February 26th through Rise Records. The album will definitely capture the attention of music fans, both old and new. Dissonants was produced by James Paul Wisner (Paramore, Underoath), and features twelve massive rock-radio anthems. Fans can pre-order the album now at iTunes (w/instant download of “Colourblind”) and http://handslikehouses.merchnow.com. Check out their new video for their song Colourblind which will have you hooked and in anticipation of their new music. Singer Trenton Woodley comments on the video, “It feels damned good to get this one out – even more so, with such a sweet video by our dear friend Megan Thompson. ”Colourblind” is about our cultural obsession with binary ideas – black and white, or politically left or right, for or against, right or wrong. We’re so caught up in black, white and the infinite shades of grey we forget that colour is in everything. Oh and yes, there is a ‘u’ in “Colourblind.” We’re Australian.” Make sure to visit their social media [Read More]

Check out acoustic video for Native/Tongue’s “Feast in Famine”

January 29, 2016

We hope you have checked out Native/Tongue and their debut song, Feast In Famine which displays their true direction. Alongside roborant, driving vocals from Cody Taylor, his words send a subtle angst for those throughout human culture who suffer under the weight of oppressive forces beyond their control. The band has honed these words in such a way that not all might derive it’s meaning, but any person might connect with it’s passions in their own angst. Driving this poetry is an electrifying performance from Jesse Caesar and Keaton Stewart who are to thank for the hair raising chills left down the listener’s spine when the perfect medley of guitar rhythms and leads convey a constant grip on your adrenaline, never for a moment loosening it’s grasp. Even with all this, a song with such heart and grit would be nothing without it’s primal and crisp percussion, delivered by Donny West, and it’s thrumming and intoxicating bass, performed by Travis Mckell. With much more yet to come, the group hopes to ingite a flame that [Read More]

Blood Youth release great new video for Closure

January 29, 2016

UK’s metal band, Blood Youth have just released a great new video for their song Closure. Vocalist Kaya Tarsus explains the narrative: “The video is inspired by a scene in one of my favourite films ‘Fight Club’. We liked the idea of a group therapy session based around the idea of closure and acceptance.” Giving insight into the video’s creation Kaya reveals: “We shot the video with our good friend Zak Pinchin and we actually filmed it at the school in our hometown, that Chris went to!” Check out the video here: Blood Youth’s sophomore sees release via Rude Records on 11th March. Discussing it’s thematic link to the debut, 2015’s ferocious call to arms, Inside My Head, guitarist Chris Pritchard elaborates: “It expressed the issues Kaya (Kaya Tarsus – vocals) has had for the past six years in a way he hadn’t been able to show until the band started. With this new E.P – Closure – it’s about what he once felt coming to an end. And for all of us this [Read More]

Interview with Justin Emord of Love and a .38 at NAMM 2016

January 28, 2016

NAMM 2016 was a wild one and was complete with amazing new gear, our favorite musicians and a lot of fun times. We were excited to see one of our favorite bassists, Justin Emord of Love and a .38. He was really busy this year and had a lot of new and exciting things to share with us. Love and a .38 are set to release their new album, Nomads on February 19th and I have to tell you, we got a sneak peek and were blown away! You are going to love it. They also released their new single and music video for their song, Oh my God. It kicks ass! Check it out here: Every time we ran into Justin at NAMM, he was working, visiting his sponsors and checking out all the new gear. He truly is one hard working rocker. Check out our chat with him at NAMM 2016: If you are in the area, make sure to not miss Love and a .38 at their upcoming Viper Room [Read More]

Progressive Rockers Sound Glyphics are ready to take over 2016!

January 28, 2016

Progressive experimental rockers Sound Glyphics might have been on a hiatus due to an injury but with all that behind them and everyone in good health, 2016 is looking like a great year for them. They came out in full force and worked with Juno Award winning producer Seigfried Meier. Their video for their song, Royal Blood was selected video of the year in the U.K by New Lease Music and when it came out it was #1 on IAM PR in London, England. Check it out here: They truly capture an original sound while delivering a depth of progressive rock that is taken to the edge. Their music carries it’s own character and is a flavor you can definitely fall for and want more of! They worked with Moneen frontman Kenny Bridges on their second EP and will be working with Seigfried Meier on their future tracks. They also have an upcoming show on January 30th at The Brownstone. Sound Glyphics is: Rick Wren – Lead vocals and Guitar Rick Barbosa – Drums Sarah Pottier – Keyboards [Read More]

Ernie Ball Music Man Introduces John Petrucci, St. Vincent and James Valentine Artist Series Guitars at NAMM 2016

January 28, 2016

At NAMM 2016, Ernie Ball Music Man introduced several amazing guitars such as John Petrucci, St. Vincent and James Valentine Artist Series Guitars. The new guitars were designed with extensive input from the artists and manufactured to their exact specifications. Sterling Ball, CEO of Ernie Ball comments, “We are honored to be working with such talented guitar players and instrument designers like John Petrucci (Dream Theater), Annie Clark (St. Vincent), and James Valentine (Maroon 5). Unlike with other signature instruments, Ernie Ball Music Man Artist Series guitars are ground-up designs created hand-in-hand with the players’ input to enable them to develop guitars that push the limits of design and performance.” The Ernie Ball Music Man John Petrucci “JP16” offers an ideal combination of the best features of all John Petrucci signature instruments, one of the world’s best-selling artist signature models. The JP16 retains the styling of the current JP15 and features a basswood body with original JP6 arm scoop, black Floyd Rose Pro Series Tremolo with matching black hardware, two DiMarzio Illuminator humbucking pickups [Read More]

Reliable Hardware DIY Road Case – GEAR Highlight of NAMM 2016

January 28, 2016

As we continue to bring you all of the incredible gear highlights of NAMM 2016, we can’t wait to share with you our quick chat with Chuy Gonzalez of Reliable Hardware. What a great company to check out. Your single source for Road Case, Photobooth and DJ Case Hardware along with Custom Speaker Grills. Reliable Hardware Company has been in the business of manufacturing a full line of Road Case Hardware and accessories that exceed ATA Case Hardware Standards (American Transportation Association) for more than 20 years. Check out our chat with Chuy as he shares with us details on their custom imprint logos for latches, corners and handles. If you want to keep your brand in the eye of the public at all times, make sure to check out how you can get your own custom imprint for your road cases. These are great for artists, band, photographers, and so much more. The opportunities are endless. We are going to have get a Music Junkie Press one soon! Make sure to visit their website [Read More]