July 2017 | Music Junkie Press

New Beat Fund Photo Gallery, supporting R5 on New Addictions Tour.

July 19, 2017

New Beat Fund Photo Gallery highlights their fun set. This past Monday, we caught New Beat Fund open for R5 on their New Addictions Tour. They opened the night at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco and instantly turned the venue into a party! The band which fuses electro-tinged rock, punk and rap delivered a fun engaging set to the crowd. Their high energy was infectious as the crowd bounced and danced to their tracks. They definitely brought a feel good party vibe to the set. Check out photos from their set by Rockin Ryan. (Click to enlarge photos) They have a couple more dates left on the tour with R5- July 10th at The Crocodile in Seattle, WA and July 20th at Wonder Ball in Portland, OR. If you can make sure to check out those dates. You just might see them join R5 on stage for their encore as the night turns in to one great party on stage! Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay connected. [Read More]

Hailey Knox in San Francisco opening for R5

July 19, 2017

Hailey Knox was a truly welcome surprise. Monday night at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco was the place to be for great music. R5 brought their New Addictions Tour to San Francisco and it included two great openers; New Beat Fund and Hailey Knox. After a fun party set from New Beat Fund we were greeted by a young singer along with her acoustic guitar. The singer songwriter was young Hailey Knox and she treated the crowd to an amazing set of her eclectic and captivating performance. Her vocals were mesmerizing and truly surprised us. Check out photos from her set by Rockin Ryan. (Click to enlarge photos) The crowd was truly captivated by Hailey’s performance and she so easily created a deep connection with the audience. She brought out a fun jazz side to her music and the crowd was loving every bit of it. We can’t wait to hear more of Hailey Knox. Make sure to visit her social media sites and stay up to date on her latest news. [Read More]

Spotlight Band The Grape and The Grain release new video

July 19, 2017

Hold on tight, The Grape and The Grain are taking you on a wild ride! Our new Spotlight Band The Grape and The Grain are here to take you on a rockin wild ride. They have just released their new music video for “Holy Rollin’”. The video captures straight up rock n roll with a side of swampy blues. As soon as you take a listen, you will be instantly hooked on their signature style of rock n roll. We need more of this!!! The track brings a nostalgic vibe of our love for 70’s era classic rock. Bassist Mo Kelly comments, “If you ever fall from grace, just look inside and change”. ‘Holy Rollin’ is a song for anyone in the world finding themselves in strange times. Sometimes the best thing to do is to look inside to make a change. “Thick and thin, lose or win, I got your back like a brother”. Check out the new The Grape and The Grain music video here: The music video was directed and edited [Read More]

Triple Vinyl Tuesday #4 – Wings, Halestorm, Jonny Couch

July 18, 2017

Here we go, for another Triple Vinyl Tuesday. Let’s get down to spinning! Our Old or Vintage Vinyl is: Wings – Wings at the Speed of Sound Label: Capitol Records Release Date: March 25, 1976 This album was the fifth studio album by Wings and by far, my favorite. The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, during the Wings Over the World Tour. It featured all the bend members instead of just Paul McCartney on vocals. This song has one of my favorite songs from the ’70s, “Silly Love Songs” and I must have played this album every day when I was young. I still get taken back to certain childhood memories when the songs come on. They are great reminders of simpler times and fun in the sun. Features: Paul McCartney vocals, infectious sing along songs. Lot of varied musical instruments creating layers and textures in the music; trumpet, saxophone, harmonica, trombone, flute and more! Favorite Tracks: Let ’em In and Silly Love Songs Our New or Current Vinyl is: [Read More]

Sabrina Carpenter Summer Tour hits Santa Rosa and it Proves She is a Superstar!

July 17, 2017

Sabrina Carpenter Summer Tour made a stop in Santa Rosa. Sabrina Carpenter Summer Tour named the De-Tour made a stop in Santa Rosa tonight and it was quite a night! The youthful crowd were brought to life with an amazing night of music. The show kicked off with an energetic set from opening band, New Hope Club. They are a young British pop trio that warmed up the crowd in seconds. It is no surprise that this band is up for a Teen Choice Award as the Next Big Thing. You can find out more about New Hope Club and check out a photo gallery, by heading over to our post: New Hope Club in Santa Rosa. Here’s a couple photos from their set by Rockin Ryan: Alex Aiono was up next and he gave a pumping hip-hop set that had the crowd bouncing around and singing along. Alex’s beginnings might have began on Youtube, but he is truly comfortable on a stage. He captivated the crowd and many were singing every word. For more [Read More]

Alex Aiono Santa Rosa show opening for Sabrina Carpenter

July 17, 2017

Alex Aiono Santa Rosa show at Luther Burbank Center. Alex Aiono might be known for his Youtube videos but his stage presence will have him garnering high praises. Check out our post on Sabrina’s tour here. Alex brought the crowd to their feet with a blend of hip-hop and pop that invited the fans do dance to the beat. The audience were singing along to their favorite tracks as Alex crossed the stage insuring that everyone in the crowd was having a good time. Check out photos of Alex’s set by Rockin Ryan. (Click to enlarge photos) Alex released a video for his widely successful new track Question. “Question” is the follow up to his debut original song “Work The Middle” which came out earlier this year. Watch the video here: Alex Aiono Out on Tour Catch Alex on tour and experience for yourself his live performances as he opens for Sabrina Carpenter. His sets display his love for all music styles and are a bit of genre-defying. You can head over to his website and check [Read More]

New Hope Club, a band destined to be the Next Big Thing!

July 17, 2017

New Hope Club in Santa Rosa opening for Sabrina Carpenter. We were so excited to catch the first opener of the Sabrina Carpenter show at the Luther Burbank Center. Check out our post on Sabrina’s show here. Her Summer De-Tour is travelling across the country and truly has some crowd pleasing openers. New Hope Club is a British pop trio and they were the perfect start for the evening. They delivered an energetic set that had the girls in screams and on their feet for the entire set. These boys are not only charming but have the musicianship to take them to new heights. New Hope Club was recently selected as a nominee for Teen Choice Awards under the category Next Big Thing. Well, let me tell you – they are well on their way! We hope you get a chance to vote for them by heading over to http://www.teenchoice.com/ We won’t be surprised if they take the win! Check out photos of their set by Rockin Ryan. (Click photo to enlarge) New Hope Club will be out [Read More]