Month: May 2016

Vilamoura
Metalcore

Metalcore band Vilamoura release video for We All Must Die

May 10, 2016

Metalcore quintet, Vilamoura has released a new music video for their latest single “We All Die” which comes from the band’s debut EP, Buried Alive. The eye catching performance music video was produced and directed by Albert Gonzalez who has worked with several other artists including, Polyphia, Fire From The Gods, BackWordz, and many more.  Guitarist Mikah Shipman comments, “It was a one of a kind experience. We were blown away and had a lot of fun and it was a great opportunity getting to work with such a talented director and engineer.” – Vocalist, Johnathan Sotomayor “It was freezing. We were thrashing and stomping around on piles of broken glass and rubble in the cold for hours. It was a good time.” Check out the video here: Visit their social media sites. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vilamouraofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VilamouraBand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vilamoura.official/

Festival

San Jose Jazz Summer Fest returns for it’s 27th festival season

May 10, 2016

Get ready for another amazing jazz festival as San Jose Jazz Summerfest returns for it’s 27th festival season to San Jose, Ca. The date has been set for Friday, August 12 – Sunday, August 14 and to be held at Plaza de César Chavez Park, Downtown San Jose, Calif.  Check out the lineup and the news release: Galactic, Bobby Caldwell, Funky Meters, Sérgio Mendes & Brasil 2016, Cécile McLorin Salvant & the Aaron Diehl Trio, Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, Miguel Zenón Quartet, Red Baraat, Chico Freeman Plus-tet, Wolff & Clark Expedition, Jane Bunnett & Maqueque, DakhaBrakha, Alfredo Rodríguez Trio with Ganavya Doraiswamy, Tony Lindsay Presents the Soul Soldiers, Kahulanui, Will Calhoun Celebrating Elvin Jones, La Máquina Insular, Denise Donatelli & Friends, Maségo, Bay Area Salsa All-Stars, Melissa Aldana, The Royal Bopsters, Karrin Allyson and additional artists to be announced! San Jose, Calif. — Silicon Valley’s premier annual music event, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2016 returns for its 27th festival season from Friday, August 12 through Sunday, August 14 in and around Plaza de César [Read More]

Heavy Static
Alternative

Time to get a much needed fix of rock from Heavy Static out of Toronto

May 10, 2016

We all need another fix of rock and I have just the right dose for you. Heavy Static out of Toronto will deliver you a punk infused alt-rock pop blast of energy for you. They are set to release their new EP, Here Comes The Fear on July 22nd. Check out a couple of their new singles here:     We are excited for their new EP as Heavy Static have definitely captured our attention with their infectious rockin tracks. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Heavy Static is: Christian Patrick (Lead vox/guitar) David Vasey (Bass) James Young (Drums) Information & Links: Website: http://www.theheavystatic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearelips/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Heavy_Static

Entertainment

Watch the new trailer for As I AM: the Life and Times of DJ AM, ahead of Nationwide tour

May 10, 2016

Watch the newly released trailer for As I AM: The Life and Times of DJ AM. The documentary is set for a nationwide 30+ city tour. Check out the news release and watch the video below: New York, NY/Los Angeles, CA (May 10, 2016) –Following a triumphant reception on the festival circuit from Tribeca to Toronto, noted indie distributor Abramorama today released a brand newtrailer for the upcoming documentary AS I AM: THE LIFE AND TIME$ OF DJ AM, director Kevin Kerslake’s critically acclaimed documentary about the remarkable life and untimely passing of legendary DJ and mash-up pioneer DJ AM aka Adam Goldstein. The film opens theatrically in New York on May 27 and Los Angeles on June 3, kicking off a national theatrical tour in more than 30 cities, including play dates in Denver, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, San Diego, Toronto and more. The confirmed list of tour dates as of today is below (check back often for updates!). National Tour Dates: 5/27/16 Village East (full week) – New York, NY 6/1/16 Brenden Theatres – Las [Read More]

The Mountain Man
Metal

Vancouver’s metal band The Mountain Man announces show dates in support of EP

May 10, 2016

Vancouver’s metal band The Mountain Man released their EP Bloodlust this past March and are ready to hit the road in it’s support. They have announced the following tour dates: Upcoming Show Dates: May 28th – Captain Cabin – Mission, BC w/ Neck of the Woods, Giants Arise, The Fifth Circle – Event info June 11th – The Opera House – Toronto, ON – Wacken Metal Battle Canada Finals – Event info June 18th – The Astoria – Vancouver, BC (Modified Ghost Presents: Bloodlust CD Release Party) w/ Meridius, Exterminatus, Wormwitch – Event info July 15/16 – Armstrong Metalfest – Armstrong, BC – Event info August 20 – Severfest at The Astoria – Vancouver, BC – Event info The dates will include their CD release party on June 18th at the Modified Ghost Festival plus representing BC in the Wacken Metal Battle Canada national final on June 11th in Toronto, ON and Armstrong Metalfest in Armstrong, BC in July. You can order the EP by heading over to https://mountainmanmetal.bandcamp.com/ 1. Backhand of God 2. Bloodlust 3. Open [Read More]

Velvet Black
Alternative

Velvet Black will jumpstart your week with their great video for Hey Na Na Na (Rise & Shine)

May 9, 2016

The alternative pop  rockers Velvet Black out of Quebec, Canada (formerly known as Blue Davens  Code) are ready to jumpstart your week with their new music video. Monday mornings may usually have you dragging your heels around and dreading the work week, but not anymore. Check out the new video from Velvet Black for their song, Hey Na Na Na (Rise & Shine) and your mood will instantly be lifted, you will have feel the groove in your step and ready to have a good time. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. They are gearing up for their first album release and it will undoubtedly be a must have. Their infectious style that fuses the edginess of alternative, the fun style of pop and energy of rock will be all you need to get hooked on Velvet Black. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/velvetblackofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3nLa-wHusBXYJhW4afOsag

Metal

Concert review: Four Year Strong with Holly Would Surrender and Newdrive by Alex Bock

May 8, 2016

Munich, Strom, May 4th, 2016   When I got to the venue at about 15 minutes before doors there were about 15 people waiting outside. Luckily this changed fast, when people came pouring in. The Strom is only a small club, but it was packed tightly that night. Four Year Strong played an incredibly powerful set from the first to the last note. The audience went nuts from the get go. The started out with ‘We All Float Down Here’ and everyone was moving along. After the third song a woman in the front row started yelling at the band and everyone in general. She then crawled onto the stage and sat there for a while, fumbling around with her phone. Everyone was so surprised I guess, they let her be on stage for a whole song, where she (more or less) danced on stage and tried to yell again into every microphone. She was then led off stage, where she still yelled around, but then left entirely. After that minor incident, which was really [Read More]