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Radio Black premieres new song featuring Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins on drums

July 2, 2014

Grunge three piece rock band, Radio Black has premiered a new song, “Run Away” featuring Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins on drums. The song, which was recorded at Dave Grohl‘s studio and home of the famed Sound City mixing console, Studio 606. “Run Away,” is the first song off a to-be-announced upcoming album, which is recorded and produced by John “Lou” Lousteau, Fireball Ministry front-man and “Sound City” documentary producer Jim Rota, and Brad Smith of Blind Melon and features appearances from studio players including Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne), Chris Chaney (Jane’s Addiction), and Mick Murphy (My Ruin, Chevy Metal). Check out the new song here: [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/151302169″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /] It is a great grunge/alternative style song with hints of seventies classic rock, complete with compelling vocals, catchy chorus and melody rich in tones. I look forward to what Radio Black has in store for us. The powerhouse trio consists of lead singer/guitarist TJ Courtney, drummer Derek Geldhill, founding member of Smile Empty Soul, and bassistDan Kremer, a seasoned touring musician. About recording at Studio 606 with the same Neve 8028 analog mixing console previously used by his childhood musical inspirations including Nirvana, Rage Against The Machine, Red [Read More]

Pick up the new EP Sixer by punk rockers, Moovalya

June 28, 2014

Old school punk rock has been given the revived and thriving with the band, Moovalya from Phoenix, Arizona. Moovalya has been delivering solid punk rock music on the Phoenix scene since 2009. This three piece band shows you how much they love to perform as they played as many shows as they could. With that, they brought their energy to the stage and leave everyone wanting to see them again and again. Moovalya has Benjamin Jones on Guitar/Vocals, Sean Stroud on Bass/Vocals and Mitch Hosier on Drums. Their sound is a blend of alternative, punk, and rock and there is no denying that their sound is contagious. They have just released their new six song EP, Sixer and it is perfect to add for your summer fun. The songs are complete with punk angst filled energy and fueled with fierce guitars and drums. The vocals are true to fashion punk but yet bring a bit of melodic style to the music which fits perfectly well. Cheated has a great punk anthem vibe and Streetlight Streetlife has a catchy punk patriotic vibe. Hail to [Read More]

The UK band The Family Ruin set as support for Crown The Empire headlining tour

June 25, 2014

The UK bad ass band, The Family Ruin has been confirmed as support to Crown The Empire on their headlining fall tour. The ‘Welcome To The Resistance Tour’ begins August 30th in Anaheim, CA. Special guests on this run will also include Volumes, Secrets, and Ice Nine Kills. Earlier this year we announced the signing of The Family Ruin to KBB Records and a new album is in the works. The Family Ruin have a very fresh new sound complete with hard and heavy riffs blended with infectious harmonies, where they blend their metal and alternative influences with melodic hard rock. There is something for everyone in their sound. Think about a mix of Avenged Sevenfold with Escape the Fate. They have recently released their lyric video for their first track, Let It Burn which is set to be featured on their upcoming album. Check it out here: Check out the tour dates below and make sure to not miss them when they come through your town. Ticket sales launch Friday June 27th, visit www.facebook.com/thefamilyruin for more details. Stay [Read More]

Singer-Songwriter John Taglieri releases video sampler for upcoming album, Days Like These

June 20, 2014

Alternative/Pop Rock Singer-Songwriter John Taglieri is set to release his EP, Days Like These on August 19th, 2014. The EP will feature six songs and will feature special guests. “Days Like These is exactly what my life is about right now. Becoming a dad, finding a great balance in life, and being happier with my life and career than I’ve ever been.” said Taglieri. “Each song on this Ep is about life…the ups (Days Like These, Here For The Taking, Beautiful Tonight, Finish Line) and the downs (Thin Air, Toasting The Man In The Moon). Its about balance, which is key to everything in life. I think it’s a fun Ep and I had the most amazing time making it.“. Check out the video sampler here: It is definitely a great EP that has emotionally driven lyrics and John’s vocals are take you on a musical journey with each song. The track These Days is an infectious catchy tune that will have you hooked. I love the upbeat tempo of Here for the Taking and it has some great [Read More]

Love Crushed Velvet release new video for Spotlight

June 20, 2014

Love Crushed Velvet from New York City have released their new video for their song, “Spotlight”. The track was originally released on Love Crushed Velvet’s compelling new EP Delusions in September, mixed by Mark Needham (Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, The Killers). Love Crushed Velvet brings to life their melodic rock track with captivating vocals. Check out the video here: We had the opportunity to talk with Love Crushed Velvet and are pleased to repost that interview here: * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. First, we have to tell you that we are loving the video for Bye, Bye Baby. That song is really one of my favorites off Delusions, can you tell me a little bit more about that song? Love Crused Velvet: “Bye Bye, Baby” is about how challenging it can be to process the end of a relationship because things sometimes spiral downwards so quickly. Much of one’s perception about the other person is formed during the “honeymoon” period when everything is going swimmingly. [Read More]

The Gaslight Anthem set to release new album Get Hurt in August

June 16, 2014

The Gaslight Anthem have announced that their new album, Get Hurt will be released on August 19th through Island Records. You can get your pre-order in now by visiting www.thegaslightanthem.com. Check out a teaser video which they released earlier today: So stay tuned for more news about the album and tour dates. Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can be up to date. I will leave you with the video for one of my favorite Gaslight Anthem songs, 45. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.thegaslightanthem.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegaslightanthem Twitter: https://twitter.com/gaslightanthem Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQBDYkIEgUa9BRzjKgVMTA

Rockers Lullwater set to tour with Blacklite District this summer

June 11, 2014

Georgia rockers Lullwater will be busy this summer as they set out to tour with Blacklite District and Another Lost Year. On July 11, the Athens, GA-based rock band will join Blacklite District and Another Lost Year in Hagerstown, MD for an extensive tour that will run for two months. Check out the tour dates here: 7/11 Hagerstown, MD Hard Times Cafe 7/13 Philadelphia, PA Legendary Dobbs 7/16 Clifton, NJ Dingbatz 7/17 Wantagh, NY Mulcahys 7/18 Cranston, RI 1150 Oak Bar 7/19 Lawrence, MA Claddagh 7/24 Niagara Falls, NY The Evening Star 7/25 Pottsville, PA Goodfellas 7/26 Washington, WV The Pourhouse 7/29 Dayton, OH Oddbody’s 7/31 Fredericksburg, VA Hard Times Cafe 8/08 St. Petersburg, FL Octave 8/15 Corpus Christi, TX Theos 8/16 San Leon, TX 18th St. Pier 8/23 Bismarck, ND Rise Festive at Missouri Valley Fairgrounds 8/27 Crest Hill, IL Bada Brew 8/28 Chesterfield, MI Diesel 8/30 Battle Creek, MI Planet Rock 8/31 Bangor, MI Hogg Bash X 9/01 South Bend, IN Cheers 9/03 Cudahy, WI Metal Bar 9/04 Jefferson, WI Rox 9/09 Minneapolis, [Read More]