July 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Joe Perry returns to the stage as The Hollywood Vampires ROCK Rohnert Park with a sensational set!

July 23, 2016

We are excited to share with you the wonderful news that guitarist extraordinaire Joe Perry returned to the stage last night with the Hollywood Vampires. The venue Weill Hall Green Music Center in Rohnert Park in Rohnert Park was packed as everyone awaited the arrival of the Hollywood Vampires. It is a beautiful venue on the grounds of Sonoma State University that not only houses an indoor venue but the show is enjoyed by thousands who are enjoying the concert at tables on one of the grassy terraces, or on their own blankets or folding chairs on the lawn. The show kicked off with a short entertaining video introduction that highlights the musicians that they are playing tribute to and the crowd went wild as they went right into performing their song, Raise the Dead. The strong set included excellent covers from so many bands, The Who, David Bowie, the Doors, Spirit, T Rex, Aerosmith and many more. They were incredible since the Hollywood Vampires truly take the song and really just infuse it with even more [Read More]

Catch A Silent Film out on their summer tour!

July 22, 2016

Make sure to catch A Silent Film as they are ready to head out on their Summer Tour! It has been a while since we have seen A Silent Film live, but we can’t wait to see them once again. They truly bring their alternative rock to life when they take it to the stage. The passion for their music shines through the emotion they bring to their songs. Check the dates below and get yourself to a show: 7/28 Charlotte, NC @ Visulite Theatre 8/01 Washington, DC @ Rock & Roll Hotel8/02 Philadelphia, PA @ Johnny Brenda’s8/03 Brooklyn, NY @ Rough Trade8/05 New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge8/07 Toronto, ON @ The Rivoli8/09 Chicago, IL @ Subterranean8/13 Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium**8/14 Riverside, CA @ Riverside Auditorium**8/16 Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee**8/17 Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre** 8/19 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theatre**8/20 Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl**8/21 Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre**8/23 Bend, OR @ Century Center Events**8/24 Boise, ID @ Revolution Center**8/27 Salt Lake City, UT @ B. Brown Ballpark**8/29 [Read More]

Michael Franti & Spearhead release a new video for powerful track, Same As It Ever Was

July 22, 2016

Back in 2014, Michael Franti & Spearhead released a police and community themed video for their powerful track, Same As It Ever Was (It Starts Today) and the lyrics called for a change and better understanding between the police and communities. As events have accelerated and tragic outcomes here in the US, Michael Franti & Spearhead have released a new version of the video, adding the lyrics onscreen as it calls fur an urgency for change. Watch the new video here: Michael Franti & Spearhead are currently on tour in support of their ninth album, SOULROCKER. Head over to iTunes or Amazon to order. You can also catch Michael Franti & Spearhead out on tour: DATE CITY VENUE ~~Fri 7/22 Nashville, TN War Memorial Auditorium ~~Sat 7/23 Louisville, KY Iroquois Amphitheater ~~Sun 7/24 Columbus, OH Express Live! ~~Tue 7/26 Birmingham, AL Avondale Brewing Company ~~Wed 7/27 Mobile, AL Saenger Theatre Fri 7/29 Kaslo, BC Kaslo Jazz Festival *Wed 8/3 Costa Mesa, CA Pacific Amphitheatre Thu 8/4 Mammoth Lakes, CA Mammoth Festival **Fri 8/5 Flagstaff, [Read More]

Kiefer Sutherland set to release debut album Down In a Hole on August 19th

July 22, 2016

Kiefer Sutherland, mostly known for his acting has truly caught our attention with his songwriting and new music. He is set to release his highly anticipated debut album, Down In a Hole, on August 19th through Warner Music Nashville/Ironworks Music. Pre-orders for the album will begin on August 5th. Kiefer, who co-wrote every song on the upcoming 11-track album with producer Jude Cole and is premiering his song, Can’t Stay Away on CMT. You can check out the track here: In case you missed it, check out his video for his new song, Not Enough Whiskey. The song has an Americana country vibe and has been garnering him high praises. Sutherland comments about the album, “This record is the closest thing I’ve ever had to a journal or diary. All of these songs are pulled from my own personal experiences. There is something very satisfying about being able to look back on my own life, good times and bad, and express those sentiments in music. As much as I have enjoyed the writing and recording process, I am [Read More]

On the Road to KAABOO with KAABOO Discovery Tour

July 21, 2016

We hope you are ready for the mix-perience of a lifetime as Kaaboo returns for another great year of music, food and comedy! The “mix-perience” of a lifetime, presented in partnership with Mercedes-Benz USA, is set to return to the world-famous Del Mar Racetrack & Fairgrounds in Del Mar (San Diego), CA, September 16-18, 2016. Check out the latest news below: The KAABOO Del Mar 2016 music lineup leaves little to be desired; from Aerosmith, to Lenny Kravitz and Jimmy Buffet & The Coral Reefer Band, there is something for everyone. Joining your favorite classics on stage, for the second year in a row KAABOO will be showcasing new found emerging talent and local artists throughout the three day mix-perience. KAABOO in partnership with GigTown (the “Uber for Music” app), is excited to present the KAABOO Discovery Tour. To fill the final spots at KAABOO Del Mar, The Discovery Tour will visit three music venues and one comedy club along the coast this summer to offer the chance for local talents to join the KAABOO lineup! Winning [Read More]

Track by Track of Stone Cold Fox EP Tunnel Vision and catch them out on tour

July 20, 2016

Indie rockers from New York, Stone Cold Fox are gearing up to head out on the road for a small tour in August. The tour is in support of their EP, Tunnel Vision which was released earlier this year. Tunnel Vision delivers five songs that walk the balance of rock and pop complete with the raw honest emotion and indie passion. Check out a track by track of their EP: Contagion was actually written towards the end of our last LP Memory Palace. At first we tried it as a straight rock song, but it wasn’t right, than we tried it as a chill wave song, but that didn’t feel like us, we couldn’t really figure out the right vibe for it. Instead of rushing it and putting it on the album, we decided to just keep working on it, and as we wrote other songs, later to become Tunnel Vision EP, it started to really started to take form. In a lot of ways the song is really about the process and feeling so [Read More]

Catch Toad the Wet Sprocket in San Francisco this Saturday as the celebrate 25 years of “Fear” album

July 20, 2016

This Saturday, July 23rd, you will be able to catch Toad the Wet Sprocket perform at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco. Toad are currently out on tour in celebration of the 25th anniversary of their “Fear” album, one of my favorites. Toad’s music has been the soundtrack to my life, it has been there for my ups and my downs. Their songs have always been for me; some of the most raw, honest, emotionally driven music. I have been a longtime Toad fan and have even had their song, “I Will Not Take These Things for Granted” played at my wedding. I have met many fans who also expressed their continuous love for their music and have been ecstatic to catch them out on this very special tour. Tickets can be purchased for the show by heading over to http://thefillmore.com/event/toad-the-wet-sprocket-with-rusted-root/. The show will also feature Rusted Root and Luke Wade. You can also check out Gutter Swan upstairs in the Poster Room. The tour continues across the country and there is also an incredible VIP Experience which [Read More]