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Our Aftershock Spotlight Band is Highly Suspect

September 3, 2015

Today our Aftershock Spotlight Band is Highly Suspect. Now I will have to tell you about when they first announced the lineup for this year’s Aftershock Festival, Highly Suspect had me jumping in excitement! I am so glad that they are on the bill and I can’t wait to see them. I first heard them months ago when I was switching channels on my XM radio and came across the last chorus of Lydia being played on Octane. I was blown away by the smooth yet powerful vocals that blared on my radio. I was glad to quickly glance at the name and caught the song title only. I am serious when I tell you, I rushed home to look up Lydia and came across the song by Highly Suspect. I was in heaven, the song completely rocks and brings out a smooth blues vibe and infectious style. Next, I picked up their just released album, Mister Asylum. I became even more enamored with their music! They are just about to set out on a [Read More]

Interview with The Delta Saints and catch their epic rockin blues set out on tour!

August 10, 2015

We recently brought you some information about the infectious music of Nashville blues rockers, The Delta Saints. We were able to catch their set last night at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley. The venue is ideal for capturing a band that delivers such energy and emotion when they perform and that is exactly what The Delta Saints did last night. We had the chance to chat with vocalist/guitarist and bassist, Ben Ringel and David Supica before their set and are pleased to bring it to you here: The Delta Saints kicked off the night with a set of swampy blues rock that would invigorate you and awake your soul. I have enjoyed their CDs but they truly take it to another level when you watch them perform. They dig deep and give every last bit of energy and emotion into each song. Ben’s vocals carry such a depth of emotion along with the swampy grooves on keys, blistering guitars, funktastic bass lines and on point hard hitting drums. What I love about their performance is [Read More]

The Delta Saints deliver an epic rockin blues set out on tour, that is not to be missed!

August 6, 2015

We recently brought you some information about the infectious music of Nashville blues rockers, The Delta Saints. We were able to catch their set last night at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley. The venue is ideal for capturing a band that delivers such energy and emotion when they perform and that is exactly what The Delta Saints did last night. We had the chance to chat with vocalist/guitarist and bassist, Ben Ringel and David Supica earlier before their set and will be bringing that interview to you later this weekend. The Delta Saints kicked off the night with a set of swampy blues rock that would invigorate you and awake your soul. I have enjoyed their CDs but they truly take it to another level when you watch them perform. They dig deep and give every last bit of energy and emotion into each song. Ben’s vocals carry such a depth of emotion along with the swampy grooves on keys, blistering guitars, funktastic bass lines and on point hard hitting drums. What I love about [Read More]

Don’t miss The Delta Saints out on tour as their new album, Bones is set to release this week!

August 3, 2015

Get ready for your new addiction! The Delta Saints are gearing up for the release of their new album Bones and it is sure to become your new favorite album. In a time where many artists are either following suit by creating cookie cutter sounds or far reaching to become the next big thing, it is refreshing to hear a band like The Delta Saints bring back your love of bluesy rock and roll. Their fresh new rock infused with swampy grooves, soulful blues, blistering guitars and passionate vocals will lead you to become completely addicted. The music has a life of it’s own as it takes you on a musical journey that feeds your soul and awakens your senses. Their new album Bones is set to release this Friday, August 7th and was produced, engineered and mixed by Third Man Records alum, Eddie Spear who has assisted on projects with Jack White, Arctic Monkeys and Neil Young to name a few. The Delta Saints are currently out on tour in support of their album [Read More]

Piston release brand new live track, Fade out featuring new vocalist Rob Angelico

August 3, 2015

Hailing from England, Blues infused rockers, Piston have toured and played shows with Sebastian Bach, The Temperance Movement, Reckless Love, The Union, Tim Ripper Owens, Voodoo Six and appearing at Hard Rock Hell & Planet Rock Stock. They have been featured in Classic Rock Magazine and online segments with Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Playlisted by Planet Rock, Team Rock, Total Rock & Kerrang! #20 most played on Planet Rock. They have just released a brand new track, Fad Out which introduces their new vocalist Rob Angelico. Guitarist Jack Edwards comments about the track, “This is the first official video back with our new frontman – Rob Angelico. Its a super cool live video and the track is more of our best work. The video is also an insight to how we sound, and the prep coming to the shows! Rob was the first guy I had in mind before Piston even started and had a full line up a few years back. We couldnt work out schedules so it didnt end up working, but as [Read More]

Solo Artist Glenn Symmonds premieres new video for Santa Fe

July 22, 2015

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” That quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson has always been a favorite of mine. Solo artist Glenn Symmonds seems to be the perfect example of the quote as he has been making his own path with his music after a lineup change in the Eddie Money Band. Glenn has not only been an exceptional drummer but he is quite a talented singer, songwriter, and all around musician and has an extensive catalog of his solo work. Glenn recently released a music video for his song, Santa Fe which he explains more about the song, The song was written about a family vacation riding the rails… I’m the son of a hobo after all. The video was shot on location in and around Bloomington, Illinois and specifically at the astounding Vrooman Mansion. The entire experience was absolutely amazing and far beyond my expectations! Thank you to the cast & crew for the time, effort, dedication, hospitality & laughter… [Read More]

Interview with Justin Emord of Love and a .38 at NAMM 2015

February 6, 2015

One thing about NAMM is that we not only get to see all the new products and features on display but we get to run into our favorite musicians. This year we got the chance to chat with Justin Emord of Love and .38. He was busy this year visiting many of his sponsors as well as doing a signing at Rock n Roll Industries. He told us all about the new addition of Diablo. Check out the interview here: Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on all their news. We will keep you updated on their upcoming album release. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: www.loveanda38music.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/loveanda.38 Twitter: www.twitter.com/loveanda38 Youtube: www.youtube.com/loveanda38 Instagram: www.instagram.com/loveanda38