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Big Tour News for Monster Truck and the premier of their new video for “The Lion”

March 5, 2014

We featured hard rockers Monster Truck on our Countdown of 14 Bands that will rule in 2014 back in December. Well, with another tour announcement, these guys are set to dominate 2014. In April they will touring with Alter Bridge for an 11 date tour starting off in Dallas, Texas on April 14th. Then shortly after their Alter Bridge tour, Monster Truck will be heading out on the road with Alice in Chains starting on May 6th in North Charleston, SC. Also, they have been confirmed for several festival performances to include Welcome To Rockville in Jacksonville, FL (4/26), Sun Fest in West Palm Beach, FL (5/04) and Rock On The Range in Columbus, OH (5/18). Although, Monster Truck started as a formation of musicians from various Canadian Indie bands, it quickly gained momentum and has brought them front and center in the spotlight. Monster Truck is Jon Harvey on Bass and Vocals, Brandon Bliss on Keys and Vocals, Steve Kiely on Drums and Vocals and Jeremy Widerman on Guitar and Vocals. Together these four guys deliver well crafted and seasoned rock n [Read More]

Only Crime signs with Rise Records and new LP “Pursuance” set to release in May

March 4, 2014

Only Crime has announced they have signed a deal with Rise Records from Portland, Oregon. They are set to release their new LP, “Pursuance” on May 13th. You can check out a quick video teaser the band released: “Pursuance” is definitely an album that I am excited to hear. Only Crime features 5 veterans of the punk/hardcore scene who have come together to create a refreshing new sound. Their music can be described as hard rock but yet you are graced with their influences of punk and jazz. The members are Russ Rankin (Good Riddance), Aaron Dalbec (Bane/Converge), Bill Stevenson (Black Flag/Descendents/All), Dan Kelly (The Frisk/Tegan And Sara) and Matt Hoffman (Modern Life Is War). Pre-Orders will be available soon for the new album but for now, check out the track listing: 1. We Are Divided 2. Contagious 3. In Blood 4. One Last Breath 5. Drowning 6. Absolution 7. No Truth In Love 8. Find Yourself Alone 9. Life Was Fair 10. See It Die 11. Emptiness And Lies 12. Bred To Fail Only [Read More]

Interview with Consider Me Dead as we talk about superpowers, Behemoth and More!

March 4, 2014

I hope you have all marked your calendars for April 8th which is the release date of the debut LP, Young at Heart by Consider Me Dead. The LP will be released through Standby Records and it is one that I have been waiting for. Formed in 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona, Consider Me Dead have created their own unique style and sound ranging from electronic/pop/rock that everyone is falling in love with. We recently had the opportunity to talk with them and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you guys for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. Let’s get started! I know it is hard for musicians to play favorites but is there a particular song that really is special for each of you and why? Chris: We all really enjoy Digital Demons. The song’s raw energy is amazing. Everyone can feel like they’re in too deep at some point. Brandon: The song is about overcoming [Read More]

Motorize is serving up fresh new heavy metal out of Northern California

March 4, 2014

Northern California has always been known as a great breeding ground for heavy metal and once again, Motorize will have you taking notice of their new heavy metal sound. Sacramento metal band, Motorize are here to bring back the true original heavy metal sound. Yes, that it is right, complete with crunchy basslines, blistering and aggressive guitars, full vigorous vocals reminiscent of Judas Priest, Dio and Iron Maiden. Check them out on their song, “Life’s a Bitch” which is off of their 4 song EP: Motorize was formed by AJ, vocalist and Pete Antognini, bassist and then rounded out the group with Doc Holliday on Lead Guitar and Kyle Alex on drums. Together they deliver a majestic metal sound complete with brute force and brimming with showmanship. One thing is for sure, they focus on always bringing the best live show possible. You can check them out for yourself at their upcoming show on March 21st at PJ’s Roadhouse in Placerville, Ca. For now, make sure to head over to their new social media sites, [Read More]

Forget the Oscars, we want the Revolver Golden Gods Awards 2014!

March 2, 2014

It is that time of year again! Spring is in the air and everyone is talking about who is going to win and who will be walking the carpet. No I am not talking about the red carpet and the Oscars! I am all about the Revolver Golden Gods Awards and this year the 6th Annual award show will be held on April 23, 2014 at the Club Nokia in Los Angeles. Tickets went on sale this past Friday. For more details on the tickets, you can head over to the axs.com here. Once again the event is presented by Epiphone and it will be a great one! More details on how to watch the show from home will be released soon. Mark your calendars for April 23rd. So far, they have announced the following bands that will be performing at the show: Guns N Roses Korn Joan Jett and the Blackhearts A Day to Remember Zakk Wylde The Pretty Reckless and more to be announced…. What is really awesome about this awards show is [Read More]

Chelsea Grin in San Francisco for the Bury the Hatchet Tour

March 1, 2014

We are pleased to bring you our coverage of Chelsea Grin as they stopped in San Francisco for the second to the last show of the Bury the Hatchet Tour. Chelsea Grin put on a great show at the Regency Ballroom as they entire crowd was off their foot jumping around for their entire set. They set the room ablaze with energy. Check out Rockin Ryan’s tribute videos from the set which include photos and footage from their San Francisco set. Chelsea Grin has a new album coming out this year and is currently touring this March in Europe. They will then return to the States and continue to tour and also will be playing at the 2014 Vans Warped Tour. You can get a complete list of their tour dates on their Facebook page here. Take a look at the slide show of Rockin Ryan’s photos and find out when you can catch them live next. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: www.chelseagrinmetal.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChelseaGrinMetal Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChelseaGrinUT

Track Fighter always delivers a high energy rock show!

February 27, 2014

We have been watching Track Fighter for quite a while now. They are one of the hardest working Alternative/Rock/Metal bands in the Bay Area. The first time we saw them was several years ago and one thing is for sure, they have never let up on their high energy performance. We were glad to see them opening up for Eve to Adam and Escape the Fate at the Ace of Spades last week. They were great once again as they continued to unleash their intense set on their hometown of Sacramento. You can check out two tribute videos that Rockin Ryan put together which includes footage and photos from their Sacramento set: If you don’t already have it, you can pick up their 5 song EP Revenge on Itunes here which has their crowd favorite, L.A. For now, make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news from Track Fighter. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: www.trackfightermusic.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/trackfighter Twitter: www/twitter.com/TrackFighter Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/Trackfighterteam