June 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Our Spotlight Band is powerful hard rock/metal of The Edge of Paradise

June 27, 2016

Prepare to be blown away with the music of The Edge Of Paradise. This hard rock/heavy metal band features fierce guitars, infectious rhythm and powerhouse vocals. You are immediately drawn into the Edge of Paradise as they create the high energy music you need! The band has been consistently touring and working on new music. This summer they will be releasing two music videos for their upcoming singles Alive and Shade Of Crazy which are off of their new EP due to be released this fall. The band teamed up with veteran producer Chuck Johnson (Korn) and Jay Ruston (Anthrax) for the mix. Check out a trailer for Shade of Crazy: The Edge of Paradise is: Margarita Monet – Lead Vocals/Keys Dave Bates – Guitar Nick Erickson – Bass John Chominsky – Drums Margarita Monet is an amazing singer with a commanding presence that carries a powerful voice that projects emotion and invites a reaction from the listener. She is truly captivating. Margarita comments about what they are currently working on, “We’re always working on new [Read More]

Catch Andy Black in Northern California out on The Homecoming Tour

June 26, 2016

Andy Black captured everyone’s attention with the release of his debut album The Shadow Side in May, released via LAVA/Republic Records. He has been busy out on The Homecoming Tour in support of his new release. This week he will be here in Northern California for a couple dates that you don’t want to miss! You can catch Andy at The Boardwalk in Orangevale tomorrow night and on Tuesday at the Social Hall in San Francisco. We are look forward to bringing you coverage of the San Francisco show. Meanwhile below are the remaining tour dates so don’t miss out. /27 Orangevale, CA The Boardwalk6/28 San Francisco, CA Social Hall SF6/30 San Diego, CA Observatory North Park7/1 Mesa, AZ Nile Theater7/2 Los Angeles, CA El Rey Theatre Check out his video for his stellar hit, We Don’t Have To Dance: The album which was produced by John Feldmann [Panic! at the Disco, 5SOS, All Time Low] includes the talents of collaborators such as Fall Out Boy vocalist and guitarist Patrick Stump, Ashton Irwin (5SOS), Rian Dawson [Read More]

Pre-order the last Yellowcard album and don’t miss them out on their Farewell Tour

June 24, 2016

Yellowcard have announced the release of what will be their last album. Their self titled album will be released on September 30, 2016 via Hopeless Records. In addition to the album release, they will be embarking on a Final World Tour, set to kick off on October 6th in San Antonio, TX. Yellowcard comments on their announcement, “When saying farewell, it is hard to know where to start, especially when there are so many reasons not to say it, but the time has come to share this news. After countless discussions and months of thought, we have decided that it is time for Yellowcard to come to an end. This will be our last album and our final world tour.” The tour is sure to be one that you don’t want to miss. Yellowcard delivers an explosive set that displays their endless energy and a crowd that is captivated from start to finish. They comment on the tour, “We wanted to have the chance to share our farewell with as many fans around the world [Read More]

Motionless in White have signed to Roadrunner Records and check out their new single

June 24, 2016

We were excited yesterday as our colleague Alex Bock, introduced you to the new single 570 from Motionless In White. It is an electrifying new track and you can check it out here: In addition to the new single, we are pleased to share the news that Motionless In White have signed to Roadrunner Records. Motionless In White commented on the Roadrunner family stating, “We are very honored to finally announce that we have signed with Roadrunner Records. Over the past few months, we’ve had the privilege of getting to know the hard working team that makes up Roadrunner, and felt a connection with their company immediately. It has been a dream of MIW for years to someday sign with their label, and we are elated to find that it is a perfect home for the band to continue building our career. We are very excited to start this new chapter and to keep working hard every day with Roadrunner by our side. Thank you to Roadrunner Records for opening your home to us, [Read More]

The Dreamers announce debut album and check out their new single

June 24, 2016

The Dreamers have been quite busy and we are excited to share the news as they announce the upcoming release of their debut album, This Album Does Not Exist. The album which was recorded at Fairfax Recordings (formerly Soundcity Studios – home of albums by Fleetwood Mac, Nirvana and more) is set to drop on August 26, 2016. In addition, they have released a new single so you can get ready for this highly anticipated release. Check out their new track, Sweet Disaster: In case you missed our interview with the Dreamers when they made a stop in San Francisco, check it out here: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.dreamersuniverse.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DREAMERSuniverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreamersjoinus

Juliet Simms is set to soar with her new EP From The Grave, to be released in July

June 24, 2016

Juliet Simms is set to soar as she announces the upcoming release of her new EP, From The Grave. The new EP will be independently released on July 15th. Juliet comments about the EP, “The concept of this EP is essentially personal growth and strength. Like everyone, I have been through tough times and have always been resilient and rose back up. In many ways, it’s a snap shot of finding myself and never giving in.” We look forward to the new release and hopefully some touring. Juliet also released a lyric video for her song Phoenix which is off the upcoming EP. Check it out here: Juliet is not only an amazing artist in the rock and pop world but she has continued to inspire girls by empowering them and encouraging them to chase their dreams and forge ahead in what can be, a crazy world. Last year we had the chance to chat with her after her set at Vans Warped Tour. IN case you missed it, you can check it out here: [Read More]

3 Doors Down rocks Santa Rosa at the Luther Burbank Center

June 23, 2016

3 Doors Down rolled into town earlier this week and delivered a spectacular show at the Luther Burbank Center, here in Santa Rosa. For a Tuesday night, it was packed and everybody was ready to rock from the second the band took the stage. The energy was infectious as the crowd was treated to a setlist filled with fan favorites as well as new songs. It was great to see how the new songs were garnering just as much enthusiasm as the classic hits. Check out some photos of their set by our Rockin Ryan: The Us and The Night Tour will continue on with fall tour dates to include special guests, Pop Evil. Check all the tour dates below and get yourself to a show. It is a full night of rock and roll fun that will have you dancing and rockin the night away. Singer Brad Arnold shares, “Us And The Night” was one of my favorite albums to make. We genuinely had fun writing and recording this album together as [Read More]