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Quick Wicked from Canada is a MUST HEAR BAND!!!

November 28, 2013

Energy. Depth. Intensity. Bliss…. That is what you will get when you take a listen to Quick Wicked out of Brantford, Ontario, Canada. I heard them tonight and was blown away. They have some great bass intro lines that just captivate you and the vocals are amazing as is the guitar and drums. They are definitely adding layers to their progressive rock and making their own unique sound.  Quick Wicked is Kyle Love, Kevin French, Rob Eddy, Jeff Love. One of my favorite songs is Blix which is off of their self titled album and is available for download on Bandcamp here.  You can check out their video for Blix here: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WMChyVsWkQ&feature=youtu.be]   They are also competing in a Battle of the Bands presented by GAIN MUSIC and they are set to play on December 13th at Van Gogh’s Ear in Guelph, Ontario. You can get more details here from the Events Page. So now that I have you hooked make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on the latest Quick [Read More]

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Bands

Thirsty Thursday spotlight is White Chocolate Thunder from Canada

November 28, 2013

Here we are on another Thursday which means our weekly spotlight on a new band that is thirsty for rock n roll! This week the band is White Chocolate Thunder and they are from Calgary, Alberta Canada. They are four guys who have a great rock/pop/punk feel to them. I hate placing them in a genre or category… so put it this way…. they fucking rock and have great energy and good songs! You have Johnny Molyneaux on Vocals and he reminds me of a young Chris Robinson of Black Crowes. His vocals are awesome. Then you have the fierce Jordan Tavares on Guitar and the energetic Braaeden Riehl on  Bass. Behind it all and bringing it home with solid drumming is Tanner Statham. Check them out in their video for a KICK ASS song, “No Regrets“: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbZOV2ZqOQU&feature=youtu.be]   “No Regrets” is off of their new EP, No Pants, Just Dance. which is available at their shows. So if you enjoy your rock with a side of punk attitude you will like White Chocolate Thunder! Visit their social media [Read More]

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Bands

City of Fallen Kings is going to be an amazing new rock band!

November 28, 2013

It is time to get excited about a great new rock project, City of Fallen Kings.  It will feature three amazing musicians/artists; Brett Hestla, Will Hunt, and Elliott Ecton. These three guys history includes Dark New Day, Evanescence, Device, Signum A.D., Virgos Merlot, Creed, Black Label Society, Skrape, and Methods of Mayhem and many more. So now you know they mean business and they definitely can deliver! They have announced a Kickstarter campaign where you can help send City of Fallen Kings into the studio. I have always been a strong believer in the Kickstarter campaigns where you can directly  help your favorite musicians and become part of the process. In today’s age of music, bands have to take charge on their own t make things happen.  So if you want to keep listening to great new bands and new rock, then you have to be part and support the music scene. What better way than making a pledge and you can get some cook rewards in return. There is a variety of rewards that can fit anyone’s budget [Read More]

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Bands

Montreal’s ONE signs a deal with Pavement Entertainment

November 28, 2013

Montreal’s hard rock band, ONE have just signed a deal with Pavement Entertainment for the release of their new album, “Worlds Collide” due out on March 14th. They will also be heading out on a full North American tour after release… California stop  PLEASE!! In regards to the signing with Pavement, the band says, “We are looking forward to this new adventure with Pavement Entertainment, and the opportunity to work with industry professionals to take our band to the next level. We are grateful for the chance to be represented by a company that works hard for their artists. “ We can’t wait for the new album. On the album, their is also a very special treat. ONE recorded a heavier rock version of Johnny Cash’s ‘Folsom Prison Blues” and it is completely BAD ASS!! Definitely one to check out. They released a video for the song to honor The Man in Black on the 10th anniversary of his death. Check it out here: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdZETr_chU0&feature=youtu.be]   It is amazing that these three guys can create [Read More]

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Bands

Interview with Sydney of Detroit band, Stereo Jane

November 28, 2013

When you think of Detroit and music; you think of Motown and the starting point for so many artists! Berry Gordy’s Motown will historically have it’s place in music industry history.  Fast forward to today and Detroit is still delivering some of the freshest, most beautiful sounds to your ears. I recently introduced you to one of those fresh new sounds from Detroit, Stereo Jane. Stereo Jane features the energetic talent of young Detroit natives, 16 year old twins Sydney and Mia Schmier. Sidney is on vocals and  Mia is on drums. Also in their band is the talented trio of Joey Gaydos Jr. on lead guitar, Andrew Schachinger on keyboard and Randy Martin on Bass.  Together they are amazing and a force to be reckoned with. We had the opportunity to interview singer, Sydney Schmier and are pleased to bring that to you here: * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Hi Sydney, Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press.  We love your music. [Read More]

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Bands

Lions Among Us take Katy Perry to a hard core place!

November 27, 2013

First you know I love my metal and I love my Katy Perry. So can you imagine what would happen when those two worlds collide??? Well, you don’t have to. Hardcore band, Lions Among Us from Pittsburgh, PA did a cover of Katy Perry’s “Part of Me”last year and I am finally getting around to checking it out!  Check out the song here: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRV-enZtq_g&feature=youtu.be]   Lions Among Us recently released their new album, “Re:awakening” on November 5th and with songs like #Sorrynotsorry, Call to Arms and Silence The Ocean they are demanding to be heard! So if you need to heavy up your playlist, head over to Itunes and download Lions Among Us… We did!  Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links:  Website: www.lionsamongus.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/lionsamongus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LionsAmongUs Youtube: www.youtube.com/lionsamongus Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/lionsamongus Merch Store: www.lionsamongus.storenvy.com

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'80s Rock

Interview with Faith and Bullets

November 27, 2013

A couple weeks ago we told you about our first Thirsty Thursday spotlight bands, Faith and Bullets.  Our Thirsty Thursday features a young new band that is thirsty to rock and has the power to  make it happen. You can read our post here. Who is Faith and Bullets? It was started by guitarist, Rikk Alexander and then added vocalist; Stevie Meyhem, rhythm guitarist; Cody Gadomski and bassist Abel Lynch. They are still working on adding the drummer and meanwhile have Jason Guidry as their studio and session drummer. We had the pleasure of interviewing Faith and Bullets and are pleased to bring that interview with you  here:  * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: We are really excited to hear your music and to see that Rock and Roll is alive and well! Tell us how Faith and Bullets started? Rikk: Well after playing most of 2011-2012 with pretty much my first real band, Mr Rogers, the founder decided to call it quits. I wanted to get back out and play again so I decided to [Read More]