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BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Cold War Kids

April 12, 2016

Today our BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Cold War Kids. These guys are one of the hardest working bands out in the scene that continue to deliver creative and fun songs that has listeners addicted from the start. They are definitely a crowd favorite as they continue to sell out shows, no matter where they are playing. You can never get enough of Cold War Kids! Their music takes on a variety of inspirations that invites a range of listeners from rock, pop, punk, soul and much more. They don’t classify their music as a checkbox for a genre, instead they tear down the walls and invite the listener to just enjoy great, feel good, honest music. So make sure not to miss them playing at the Midway Stage on Friday, May 27th at 5:15. Cold War Kids is: Nathan Willett, Dann Gallucci Maust Music: Hold My Home available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hold-my-home/id909610949?app=itunes&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Song to Check out: All This Could Be Yours Video to check out: First Check them out out and make sure to visit their social [Read More]

The Karma Killers deliver a fierce punk infused rock set in San Francisco

April 12, 2016

One of our highlights of last year’s Vans Warped Tour was The Karma Killers. They were so awesome and truly dominated with their punk tinged rock and roll. They came to San Francisco this past weekend as they were closing out their tour with Arkells and the Dreamers. They played at the Social Hall in San Francisco which is underneath the Regency Ballroom. The band kicked off the night with their high energy punk infused rock set. You couldn’t help but to get on your feet and move to their rockin songs. They have such a charismatic stage presence that invites the crowd to raise up the energy and let go! Check out some photos from their set by our Rockin Ryan: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on all of their latest news. You don’t want to miss them if they are coming to your area! I will leave you with a quick video we did with them last year at Warped Tour. You can [Read More]

Watch new video from House of Heroes and pre-order new album

April 12, 2016

House of Heroes are set to release a new record this summer. The new album COLORS is set to release in June on BC Music. Ahead of the release, they have released a lyric video for their infectious track, Colors Run. Check it out here: You can head over to their site at http://thehouseofheroes.com/ and get your pre-order in and pick up a couple songs downloads with order. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://thehouseofheroes.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houseofheroes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/houseofheroes Instagram: http://instagram.com/House_of_heroes

Concert Review: Incarnate Tour with Killswitch Engage, Memphis May Fire, 36 Crazyfists and Toothgrinder

April 11, 2016

The Incarnate Tour featuring Killswitch Engage, Memphis May Fire, 36 Crazyfists and Toothgrinder made a stop in Sacramento last week at the Ace of Spades. It was a sold out show and the venue was packed as Toothgrinder kicked off the night with a fiercely energetic set. They got the crowd in a frenzy with their progressive metal that had a full on mosh pit within minutes. This is one band that you don’t want to miss. Next up was 36 Crazyfists, a favored metal band out of Alaska. They were well received by the crowd and had a lot of dedicated fans in attendance. They had everyone headbanging and fists in the air. Memphis May Fire brought on a sea of crowd surfers and an endless wave of fans trying to get that perfect “crowd surfing selfie”. The band sounded tight and on spot, giving 150% of themselves on that stage. Killswitch Engage hit the stage as disco lights and 70’s songs were in full swing. The crowd was refueled and ready for an [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Heartwatch

April 11, 2016

Today our BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Heartwatch. You might be familiar with them as they were formerly known as The Tropics. This San Francisco indie pop band is ready to bring their infectious catchy music to the stage at this year’s BottleRock. They recently released a six song mini album, self titled EP that has garnered them high praises. Their music energizes the listener and also delivers compelling content that will have self reflect. It s great to find a band that brings so much to their music and we can’t wait to catch them live this year at BottleRock. So make sure not to miss them playing at the Midway Stage on Friday, May 27th at 1:00. Hearwatch is: Claire George -Vocals Eric Silverman – Guitar, Keys Rowan Peter – Guitar, Vocals Nate Skelton – Bass Kern Sigala – Drums Music: Heartwatch available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/heartwatch-ep/id1082944699 Song to Check out: Sleepless Video to check out: Fireproof Check them out out and make sure to visit their social media sites for the latest news. Make [Read More]

Michael Franti & Spearhead announce new album “Soulrocker” set for June 3rd release!

April 8, 2016

Michael Franti & Spearhead have announced they will release their new album Soulrocker on June 3rd. This will be their ninth studio album and the first for the label, Fantasy Records. You can pre-order the album and when you do, receive an instant download of the songs, “Crazy For You” and “Once A Day”. Head over to iTunes or Amazon to order. In creating SOULROCKER–co-produced with Jamaican producers Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor (son of reggae luminary Freddie McGregor) and Dwayne “Supa Dups” Chin Quee (known for his work with artists like Bruno Mars and John Legend)–MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEAD have introduced a new sensibility to their potent hybrid of hip-hop, rock, folk, and reggae: a gracefully arranged take on electronic music that more than fulfills the band’s mission of making impassioned music you can dance to. Along with harnessing the Bay Area-based band’s dynamic energy for a more powerful impact than ever before, SOULROCKER again shows Franti’s singular ability to channel frustration into music that’s both thought-provoking and triumphantly hopeful. “Right now is a very [Read More]

Catch Charming Liars out on tour and check out their new single, Soul

April 8, 2016

Alternative rockers Charming Liars have just released their new single, Soul. The song dives into a sea of honest emotion and lifts you up with soaring vocals and inspiring catchy chorus. Vocalist Kiliyan Maguire explained the meaning behind the track: “Soul is a song that symbolizes the passion one has when chasing their dreams and embracing the ups and downs that come with it.” Check out the track here: You can catch Charming Liars out on tour in May as they head out with Night Riots and Blaqk Audio. Check the dates below and get yourself out to a show: Full dates are as follows (*Night Riots only): 5/4 San Diego, CA – House of Blues 5/5 Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory 5/7 Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades 5/10 Portland, OR – Doug Fir Lounge 5/11 Seattle, WA – Croc 5/13 Salt Lake City, UT – In the Venue 5/14 Denver, CO – Bluebird 5/16 Saint Paul, MN – Turf Club 5/17 Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge 5/18 Toronto, ON – Mod Club [Read More]