April 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Progressive metal band Bibeau are set to make their mark with their new video/single!

April 27, 2016

Progressive metal band Bibeau are ready to make their mark in the metal and rock scene with the release of their new song/video for Mark This. The single was produced by Luke Garrigus at Blackroom Studios outside of Austin, Texas. The song truly grabs your attention with it’s high energy metal, powerful vocals and progressive flair. You can hear their influences but yet they are fresh, new and exciting. You are instantly drawn in as the music engulfs your being and awakens your senses. The band comments about the song, “Mark This” is the most accessible song we have written since this line up came together late last year. The song highlights Drew’s voice quite well. Our new material is progressive, but we sound quite a bit different than progressive bands these days. We were all influenced by the great power band’s of the 70’s, Zeppelin, Rush, Rainbow, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, Yes, etc., and we can’t help but draw influence from Opeth, TesseracT, Tool and Mastadon and other bands today. We strive to create our own sound [Read More]

WATCH: Ace Frehley new video for Fire and Water featuring Paul Stanley

April 27, 2016

Ace Frehley is debuting his new video for his cover of Free’s 1970 hit, Fire and Water. It is also exciting since it features Paul Stanley and is the first video in 18 years featuring both of them. Frehley comments, “It was great working with Paul again and all the years we’ve spent apart doing other projects seemed to vanish once we hit the stage!,” Check out the video here: Earlier this week, ACE FREHLEY cracked the U.S. top 10 with his latest effort Origins: Vol. 1 charting at #1 on the Billboard Hard Music Chart, #3 on the Billboard Rock chart and #6 on the Billboard Current Chart selling more than 16k units in its first week of release according to Nielsen Soundscan. Internationally, the LP most notably came in at #2 on the Sweden Hard Rock Charts and #05 on the England Indie Album Breaker Charts.Origins: Vol.1 and its success serves as the follow up to Space Invader, which debuted at #9 on the Top 200 Chart in 2014, the same year Ace Frehley was inducted [Read More]

Amanda Markley brings a depth of emotion to life with her new song, Cold (revisited)

April 27, 2016

Amanda Markley, the Seattle pop starlet has just released a beautiful touching song that brings out a depth of emotion. Her new song, Cold (revisited) is off her upcoming self-titled EP which is set for a May 6th release. Amanda comments about the song, “When you go through heartbreak, there are lots of questions you have that get left unanswered, and this song really calls out to that. I wanted to revisit “Cold” because I connect so closely to the lyrics. Having gone through a tough breakup myself a few months back, I really know what it’s like to feel the emotions of this song. I wanted to record a version of “Cold” that would capture the raw emotion I was feeling and portray that to the listener.” Check out the song here: You can pre-order the new EP here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/amanda-markley-ep/id1101533117. Make sure to visit her social media sites and stay up to date on her latest news. Information & Links: Website: http://www.amandamarkley.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandamarkleymusic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Amarkleymusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amarkleymusic/

Jessica Rotter debuts Plains with a sky high party and a “Purple Rain” tribute.

April 26, 2016

(Hollywood) Jessica Rotter launched her first album Friday night with a sky high party and a “Purple Rain” tribute to the late artist, formerly known as Prince. The party, produced by BalconyTV’s Cindi Avnet atop the W Hollywood Hotel, was packed with friends, family and fans, all well warmed up in advance by the lively LA-based countryish-rock band, Bjorn and the Sun. Flanked by her uniquely curated ensemble of musicians — a mandolinist, a percussionist/rapper, three backup singers, a bass/slide guitarist, drummer, violinist and cellist — the TV actress/singer took the stage and without introduction opened with “Flying Off” from the new album Plains. It took the noisily happy crowd a minute to quiet down, but once they did, Rotter’s magnificent voice and warm stage manner made the connection and they were hooked. It wasn’t long before they were singing along. She gave us 11 songs, most from the album but she threw in a couple of surprises and mashups – “because everybody loves mashups” she told us. Songs ranged from the bass-led pop [Read More]

Pierce the Veil announce UK/Europe Tour dates and premiere new song, Circles

April 26, 2016

Pierce The Veil have just announced dates for the UK/Europe for this Fall. The tour is set to kick off in Paris, France on October 29th. Pre-sale starts Wednesday at 9am GMT and general tickets go on sale at 10am GMT Friday at piercetheveil.net. Watch a video about the tour here: Check out the tour dates below: OCTOBER 29th Paris Trabendo, France 31st Madrid Sala Cats, Spain NOVEMBER 01st Valencia Sala Noise, Spain 02nd Barcelona Sala Razzmatazz 2, Spain 04th Solothurn Kofmehl, Switzerland 05th Milan Magazzini Generali, Italy 07th Munich Theaterfabrik, Germany 08th Vienna Arena, Austria 09th Budapest Durer Kert, Hungary 11th Berlin Huxleys, Germany 13th Hamburg Gruenspan, Germany 14th Copenhagen Amagier Bio, Denmark 15th Stockholm Fryhuset, Sweden 17th Amsterdam Melkweg, Holland 18th Cologne Live Music Hall, Germany 19th Bochum Zeche, Germany 20th Frankfurt Batschkapp, Germany 22nd Karlsruhe Substage, Germany 23rd Antwerp Trix, Belgium 25th Cardiff Great Hall, UK 26th Birmingham 02 Academy, UK 27th London 02 Brixton Academy, UK 29th Nottingham Rock City, UK 30th Newcastle O2 Academy, UK DECEMBER 01st Glasgow Barrowlands, UK [Read More]

Our Spotlight Band is Smash Fashion as they deliver straight up ROCK N’ ROLL!

April 26, 2016

Today our featured band is Smash Fashion. This is one band that as soon as you take a first listen, you will be hooked. In a time where many bands are chasing the new sound or trying to conform to certain critiera, you come across Smash Fashion and it is pure unadulterated, addictive, rock n’ roll. They bring out this nostalgic rawness of 50’s rock and fused with a 60’s mod vibe, but in no way sounds dated. They are fresh, new and exciting. Their album, Big Cat Love has been quite an addiction for all of us here at Music Junkie Press. I don’t think a day goes by that we aren’t cranking up some of our faves like Marionette, Junkie Luck, or singing along to Stay Off My La La. The full bodied album is one you will listen to from start to finish. You will be captivated by the edgy yet inviting vocals, swirling guitar riffs, and toe tapping rhythms. Definitely a must have! Also make sure to pick up their 45 vinyl [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Iration

April 26, 2016

Today our BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Iration. They are an alternative reggae group from Isla Vista. They are set on bringing the fun to the Midway Stage with their deep rooted reggae infused with rock, alternative and much more. They released their album Hotting Up last year and will surely be playing all the fan favorites! So make sure not to miss them playing at the Midway Stage on Saturday, May 289th at 7:45. Iration is: Joe Dickens – Drums Adam Taylor – Bass Cayson Peterson – Keyboards Micah Pueschel – Guitar/ Lead Vocals Micah Brown – Guitar/ Vocals King – Dub Controls Music: Hotting Up available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hotting-up/id1030112512?app=itunes&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Song to Check out: Lost and Found Video to check out: Hotting Up 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 check out below all the bands that have been announced and stay tuned for a new band [Read More]