March 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Interview with Them Guns and check out their video for Somebody Called The Cops

March 30, 2016

The LA Rock band, Them Guns grabbed our attention with their new video for Somebody Called The Cops. The song delivers an ethereal vibe and edginess that takes you on a musical journey. Check out the new video: Check out our chat with THEM GUNS and get addicted to them! Music Junkie Press: We love the video for “Somebody Called The Cops.” Can you tell us a little bit about the song? Navarone Garibaldi (Frontman & Guitar): Yeah, “Somebody Called The Cops” is about the whole world becoming a police state — blow a little smoke and you never know who’s watching, who wants to turn you in or whatever… All our rights are being stripped from us while we laugh and tweet about it the whole time. Music Junkie Press: Can you tell us a little more about the writing and recording process for “Cops”? Navarone Garibaldi: That one came together quickly and it really flowed…it seems like lately, it’s been really easy for us to come up with new material in the studio or in [Read More]

Kawehi at the Hotel Café: smiles, trash talk and a loop machine.

March 30, 2016

(Hollywood) When Kawehi comes on stage it is her smile that first grabs you. It’s a friendship smile…she is happy to be there and she is happy to be there with you – yes, you. This is not just a gig supporting her new Kickstarter-funded album, Interaktiv; this is 250 friends kicking back and having a great time with their favorite artist in a sold-out concert at the Hotel Café Friday night. Kawehi navigated her way around various pieces of musical equipment and technological gear as she came onstage, but all the while she kept that smile. After getting settled in front of her keyboards, loop machines and computers, she greeted friends and fans with waves and shout outs. We were hooked, even before she played the first note. When she did play that first note, we were more than hooked; we were ecstatic. She set the hook with “Smoke Screens”, launching a trap beat and then dancing around the stage, checking the connection to her guitar, putting her magic hands on the [Read More]

Interview with Robert and TJ of Escape the Fate at Fresno show.

March 26, 2016

Escape the Fate have been quite busy with some extensive touring in support of their latest release Hate Me. With the album being out for less than six months, they have continued to deliver high energy shows as well as receive high praises. We had the chance to catch them as they played at Strummers in Fresno, CA last Thursday. It was the night before their last show of the tour and they once again gave the crowd a high dose of explosive rock. We caught up with Robert and TJ before their set and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: The night kicked off with a great sets by local bands, Days Under Authority and Hideouts. They got the venue ready to rage and New Years Day continued to take them to new levels with a ferocious set that had the crowd singing along and moshing to every tune. Just when you thought the crowd was at it’s peak, they digged deep and raged even harder as Escape the Fate took [Read More]

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Eric Zayne interview. The new album, women and hibernating in the studio.

March 25, 2016

I first met Eric Zayne at a pre-Grammy concert in LA over a year ago and took to him immediately. Open, honest, friendly, high energy and an explosive talent for song writing, performance and concepts that makes him unique, even in this town of highly talented people. . Originally from the Congo, he settled in Canada after fleeing violence in his home country and then in 2013, dived into the huge pop and rock scene here in LA. Next thing you know out came the hit singles “Spin the World” and “Maneater”, a knock out video and an EP — plus killer performances both here and abroad. Now he is back and about ready to release a new album. He sent me a few of the finished songs and they are dynamite. He stopped by for a chat before going back into the studio to get the new album out by April. Patrick. Eric, what have you been doing since we talked last…where have you been? Eric. Oh my god. I can’t remember [Read More]

Safe So Simple release new video as they compete to play on Vans Warped Tour

March 24, 2016

The pop punk band, Safe So Simple from Arizona have their eyes set on playing the main stage at one of the Vans Warped Tour dates. They have just released a video for their track, Do Or Do Not, There Is No Try which is off their new EP, Too Close For Closure. The video was shot at the group’s recent CD release party in their hometown by Steven Gonzalez and Brandon Ensign. You can watch the video by heading over to their Play Warped Tour Page. Drummer Derek Ausseresses comments, “This song was our only start to finish track with Cameron Mizell. We worked one on one with him at Chango studios in Glendale, Arizona. Steven and Brandon did an absolutely phenomenal job capturing footage from the release show. We wanted to have a video that captured our on stage presence as well as give our fans an opportunity to be in a music video. Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make that night and this video possible.“ Too Close To Closure is Safe, [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Machineheart

March 24, 2016

Today our BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Machineheart. Machineheart brings to life a vibrant colorful alternative music that becomes truly infectious. The band is fronted by the charismatic Stevie who will hold you captive as you are begging for more. This is definitely one band that will be taking the crowds by surprise as they all fall under the Machineheart spell. So make sure not to miss them playing at the Lagunitas Stage on Sunday, May 29th at 1:00. Machineheart is: Stevie – Vocals Carman – Guitar Trevor – Guitar Jake – Bass Harrison – Drums Music: In Your Dreams EP now available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/in-your-dreams-ep/id1022593374?app=itunes Song to Check out: Watercolors Video to check out: Best Thing Check them out out and make sure to visit their social media sites for the latest news. Make sure to mark your calendars for the weekend of May 27-29th for the BottleRock Napa 2016 Festival. You can get more details about the festival and pick up your tickets at http://www.bottlerocknapavalley.com You can check out below all the bands that have [Read More]

Greek Metal band INNERWISH release new video

March 24, 2016

The melodic Greek metal band INNERWISH have just released a new music video for their song, Modern Babylon which is off their upcoming self-titled album. The album will be available on CD, 2LP, Tape and digital and will be released on March 18th through Ulterium Records in Europe and North America. Bickee Music will issue the album in Japan on March 30th. Check out the video here: The album was mixed by Fredrik Nordström and Henrik Udd at Studio Fredman [In Flames, Dimmu Borgir, Hammerfall] and mastered by Peter In De Betou [Arch Enemy, Opeth, Amon Amarth]. The artwork of the album was created by Felipe Machado Franco [Blind Guardian, Rhapsody Of Fire, Xandria] and the design was done by Jan Yrlund [Korpiklaani, Apocalyptica, Manowar]. Make sure to visit their social media site for more updates. Information & Links: Facebook: http://facebook.com/innerwishofficial