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VIDEO: GEARS have just released a lyric video for their track, End This

June 16, 2016

Hard rockers GEARS have just released their new lyric video for their song, End This. The song comes off their latest EP Pride Comes Before The Fall which you can pick up on iTunes here. These guys deliver such a fierce punch of hard rock that hits you straight to the bone. The EP was written by Corey Lowery & GEARS, produced, mixed, & engineered by Corey Lowery, and mastered by Rodney Mills Masterhouse. Theas created by Cody Doyle of CB Entertainment. Jimmy Wooten explains about the song, People have strong opinions and beliefs regarding violence in our streets, more specifically concentrated around Police brutality. ‘End This’ lyrically, is a look into both sides of it, the Police that we put our trust in to make difficult decisions in a split second and the victims of the brutality, who could be on either side. In the middle, we have the media. Depending on which media source you’re getting your news from, will decide which political agenda you’re being fed. We need to stop letting the media influence [Read More]

Our Spotlight Band is The Fame Riot and check out their new video!

June 16, 2016

Today our spotlight band is on the addictive music of The Fame Riot. The band which features the fabulous brothers, Liz Scarlett and Shazam “Tea Time” Watkins. This will definitely be the year for The Fame Riot as they recently announced their signing to Another Century. Century Label Group President Don Robertson states, “I am thrilled to announce we have signed Tacoma, Washington’s The Fame Riot to Another Century. Being from the Northwest and starting my career in the explosion of the Seattle music scene really makes me appreciate how much talent is still to be found back home. Robert Kampf (Century Label Group Global CEO) and I first saw Liz and Shazam in their last band after a friend tipped me off and we instantly saw that these two are hands down stars and we wanted to sign them on the spot but they wanted to continue to develop and find their sound. Fast forward four years and I heard about The Fame Riot. When I found out it was their new band and heard [Read More]

Interview with I Prevail as they gear up for their headlining tour!

June 16, 2016

We are excited that we are less than a month away from the kickoff of I Prevail’s headlining summer tour! I Prevail capturded our attention with their EP Heart vs. Mind and they are now finishing up the recording of their debut album. This is an exciting year for them as they head out on July 14th for their Strike The Match Tour along with special guests, The White Noise, My Enemies and I, and Bad Seed Rising. We had the chance to chat with lead guitarist, Steve Menoian and are pleased to bring you that interview here: * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. We are excited for your headlining tour, set to kick off in July. Can you tell us what we can expect out on this new tour? Steve: It’s gonna be a new show with a new look. We’ll be playing some new songs off the album and bringing a ton of [Read More]

Taylor Colson releases new music video for You Want It

June 16, 2016

Taylor Colson truly captures your attention with her new music video for You Want It. Her powerful voice has been garnering high praise and her infectious style will have you wanting more. The song is a personal one as Taylor comments, “I wrote this song immediately after getting into a fight with my boyfriend.” The song and video were produced by the South Florida based company, Afflux Studios [Song- Producer: Arcaeus, Engineer: Bryan James, Mix & Mastered: Bryan James, Written By: Bryan James, Erik Chokanis, Taylor Colson, Video- Director & Editor: Bobby Keegan]. The song is off of Taylor’s forthcoming EP, which chronicles the singer’s first time falling in love. Check out the video here: The song is off her upcoming EP which she explains, “I think getting into a relationship for anyone is a scary thing no matter how right it may feel. The EP is a representation of fully giving yourself to someone but letting them know very clearly not to hurt you or play games.” Make sure to visit her social media sites and [Read More]

The Haxans featuring Ash Costello and Matt Montgomery (Piggy D) debut new single Party Monster

June 16, 2016

Get ready for the debut of The Haxans, Los Angeles Goth Pop featuring Ash Costello of New Years Day and Matt Montgomery (Piggy D of Rob Zombie). They are premiering their debut single, Party Monster via Hot Topic. It is a great infectious track that has us begging for more. It delivers a style that infuses pop, dance, alternative and goth for what could be a modern day soundrack for The Addams Family. So get ready for the Party Monster and check out the new track below: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Official Website: www.thehaxans.com Facebook: facebook.com/thehaxans Twitter: twitter.com/thehaxans Instagram: instagram.com/thehaxans

The Ready Set deliver high energy set at historic Fillmore in San Francisco

June 15, 2016

The Ready Set have been quite busy out on their spring tour with EMBLEM3. The North American Tour kicked off in May and last night it made a stop in San Francisco at the historic Fillmore. The electro pop act are currently out on tour in support of their recently released album, I Will Be Nothing Without Your Love! The night kicked off with sets by Dyllan Murray and Megan Nicole and ended with Emblem3 The crowd went wild as The Ready Set hit the stage. They delivered a high energy set that got the crowd off their feet and singing to every song. The music was on point and the sound filled the historic Fillmore with infectious upbeat songs. Jordan’s energy was boundless as he criss crossed the stage making sure everyone in that crowd was having the time of their life. You couldn’t help but be drawn into the feel good pop music of The Ready Set. Check out some photos by our Rockin Ryan: Check out the video for the title track here: [Read More]

Joel Poe pays tribute to Christina Grimmie in new music video

June 15, 2016

We have all been in shock and saddened by the tragic murder of singer/songwriter, Christina Grimmie. She was an incredible musician who touched lives of many. She also inspired so many more with the gift of her music. She was a bright shiny light in the world, gone too soon. It has been hard for all of us to wrap our mind around the sudden loss. Singer/Songwriter Joel Poe who brings out such a depth of emotion through his music, created a music video covering Hello by Evanescence and has dedicted it to Christina. Joel comments, Christina was a very sweet and talented girl. I think one of the things I admired the most about her was how humble she was even after being so well known. I remember when I met her I was starstruck . I got to speak with her after a show and she was so kind, and she smiled the whole time, with one of those sincere smiles that warms hearts. We talked about music, mainly about piano stuff. She [Read More]