July 2022 | Music Junkie Press

The Linda Lindas share cover of The Go-Go’s “Tonite”

July 27, 2022

In 2021 the video of an unknown young punk band from Los Angeles went viral. It was the start of a new generation of punk bands. In the months after that, the band released “Oh!“, “Talking To Myself” and “Growing Up“. Today The Linda Lindas shared a cover of The Go-Go’s classic “Tonite”. On the cover the band says: “The Linda Lindas started out as a cover band, and we’ve played more songs by The Go-Go’s than anyone else. And even after we started to write our own songs, we never stopped playing ‘Tonite.’ We love the idea of us going out and owning our town, and ‘Tonite’ is as fun to play as it is empowering––especially the part where we all sing together. ‘We rule the streets tonite until the morning light’ and so should our fans. Because the cover is such a hit at shows, we decided to record a studio version to pay tribute to the greatest all-female rock band of all time, a crucial part of the L.A. punk scene, and [Read More]

Interview with Austin John Winkler, his return to music is just the beginning

July 24, 2022

We recently had the opportunity chat with solo artist Austin John Winkler (former Hinder vocalist) and we are excited for his return to music. He had returned to music by releasing Superjaded earlier this year and it truly rocked! The stage is bright for Winkler and the music scene welcomes his return. Check out our interview below: * * * * * * * We wanted to thank you for your time to talk with us. American Dreams is now out and it is a stellar anthemic track. You blew us away. Can you tell us about that song and how it came about? Yes, absolutely. I wrote that song, to begin with I had that little acoustic guitar reverb thing, that guitar riff in my head so I put it out on guitar and then you know, I like to think the best song is kind of just like “spit” out of me. To be honest, it is more or less kind of like my homage of how much I love the [Read More]

Ithaca release new single “The Future Says Thank You”

July 23, 2022

Acclaimed UK metallic hardcore troupe Ithaca have streamed their huge new single ‘The Future Says Thank You’, the final glimpse of their long-awaited second album, They Fear Us, due 29th July via Hassle Records. Ithaca comment: ‘This song is about putting yourself first and moving on from a deeply toxic environment. It’s the most technically difficult song we’ve ever written- the constant changes and relentless pace are designed to make you feel trapped right up until the ending where hope breaks through. There is light at the end of where you find yourself.’ Ithaca are one of the most exciting and vital voices in the UK heavy scene currently. Formed out of a mutual love of metallic hardcore but despair at its lack of ambition, Ithaca exist to challenge everything you thought a band that makes heavy music should look and sound like. A glitter-covered nailbomb, Ithaca seamlessly blend the brutality of Relapse Records metalcore with blackgaze, 90s industrial metal, 70s prog and even tinges of 80s power pop. Their influences stretch beyond the musical [Read More]

Dance Gavin Dance share new single “Cream Of The Crop”

July 23, 2022

Post-hardcore band Dance Gavin Dance released the next single from their upcoming new record “Jackpot Juicer”. The complex, but extremely catchy tune is called “Cream Of The Crop” and comes along with a visualizer. Dance Gavin Dance already announced the release of their new record “Jackpot Juicer” in April. The three singles so far, “Synergy” feat. Rob Damiani of Don Broco, “Pop Off” and “Die Another Day” have reached 11.5 million streams and 3.5 million youtube views since their release. “Jackpot Juicer” succeeds the enormously successful album “Afterburner” from 2020, which reached 14th place on the billboard top 200 and was only digitally available. “Jackpot Juicer” will be out July 29th via Rise Records. The pre-orders started the day of the announcement and have already been sold out in seven different vinyl versions. Further pre-orders are available HERE. Dance Gavin Dance will be touring in the UK & Europe this September. Get your tickets HERE. For more information on the band, follow their social media: https://www.facebook.com/DanceGavinDance https://www.dancegavindanceband.com https://twitter.com/DGDtheband https://www.instagram.com/dancegavindance/?hl=en (Source: Starkult Promotion)

DANCE GAVIN DANCE release new single “Cream of the Crop”

July 21, 2022

Dance Gavin Dance have just released their fourth single off their upcoming new album ‘Jackpot Juicer‘ which will be released on July 29th via Rise Records. Check out the visualizer for the new track here: About the new album Dance Gavin Dance announced the release of their brand new album, ‘Jackpot Juicer‘, back in April. The three previous singles, “Synergy” feat. Rob Damiani of Don Broco, “Pop Off” and “Die Another Day” have clocked up 11.5 million streams and 3.5 million YouTube views since release. ‘Jackpot Juicer‘ follows Dance Gavin Dance‘s enormously successful 2020 release, ‘Afterburner,’ which topped charts and debuted at #14 on the Billboard Top 200 with a digital only release. ‘Jackpot Juicer‘ will be released on July 29th via Rise Records. Pre-Order bundles were launched the same day and saw a sell-out of 7 different vinyl variants already. Remaining pre-orders are available now HERE. Dance Gavin Dance will be heading out on the road next week for the ‘Evening With Friends Tour‘. The special outing will also provide fans with a unique Dance Gavin Dance line-up. Guitarist Andrew Wells will be taking center stage to take over clean [Read More]

Des Rocs releases video for his stunning new track Manic Memories

July 14, 2022

New York City native Des Rocs has released a compelling new video for his new single, Manic Memories. This is the first single released after his 2021 debut album A Real Good Person In A Real Bad Place. The video is stellar as it brings to life a depth of emotions, all the while spotlighting Des Rocs. This single is just the beginning as he announced he will be independently releasing a string of new singles this year. Danny Rocco best known as his stage name, Des Rocs explains, “Ever since I was big enough to sling a guitar around my shoulder, I’ve worshiped at the altar of rock music and the community that defines it. I began the holy ritual of shows in DIY basements and sweaty dive bars. Ever since then, I’ve worn my independence as a badge of honor. In my bones I’m still that same 13 year old hustling demos outside venues before catching the last train home from Penn Station. That’s why today feels like the perfect day to [Read More]

Mayday Parade release new single “Thunder”

July 10, 2022

Alternative band Mayday Parade have released their new energetic single “Thunder”, before they started touring last Friday at the Sad Summer Fest. The song was produced by multi platinum-producer Zack Odom & Kenneth Mount and is taken from their 2021 studio album “What It Means To Fall Apart”. „Thunder” is a song I wrote about being in a long-term relationship, feeling like at times the fire is gone but that it’s still worth holding onto. Don’t give up! All relationships are tough but the good ones are worth it.“ Brooks Betts (guitarist) Mayday Parade will be on tour with their energetic shows for the rest of the year. They’ll also play on all three When We Were Young festivals in Las Vegas in the fall. For further tour info go to https://maydayparade.com/#tour. For their 7th studio album “What It Means To Fall Apart” Mayday Parade have been working together again with producers/collaborators Zack Odom & Kenneth Mount. The album follows their 2018 album “Sunnyland”, which reached over 82+ million streams and lead the band to [Read More]