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Canadian Rockers Big Wreck set to release new album in February and catch them out on tour

December 15, 2016

Canadian rockers Big Wreck have announced that their new album, Grace Street will be released on February 3rd by ole/Rounder. Big Wreck led by critically lauded guitarist and singer Ian Thornley and features Chuck Keeping (Drums), Dave McMillan (Bass), Paulo Neta (Guitar), and Brian Doherty (Guitar). News about the album, Their first collaboration with co-producer Garth Richardson (Rage Against The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers), Grace Street is the epitome of sonic diversity, from the heavy grooving “One Good Piece of Me” to the epic seven-minute instrumental “Skybunk Marché,” resulting in a trip that lead singer Ian Thornley feels no previous Big Wreck album has taken a listener on before. “Musically, I’m still searching for the stuff that turns me on and takes me somewhere,” says Thornley. “You want to be brought to tears or have the hair on your neck stand up, and if the search for that takes you to new territory, then so be it. You have to follow. It’s like chasing a high, and Garth feels that just as much as we [Read More]

Juliette Lewis’s new EP, Future Deep is a stellar mood elevator fueled by passion and charisma

November 12, 2016

Yesterday, Juliette Lewis released her new EP, Future Deep and let me tell you, I am hooked on it! Holy hell, it kicks ass. It features songs that are bluesy, soulful, sassy, sexy and so much more. The album starts off with the fun, energetic track, Any Way You Want. It has a catchy beat that gets you moving instantly, swirling guitars and spirited vocals, inviting you to shake your money maker. Losing My Mind has this great nostalgic vibe that is blended into this smitten kitten charisma that Juliette carries. It is an infectious song that brings out the whirlwind craziness of losing your mind but having the most fun while you are at. Juliette is fierce with her vocals. I Know Trouble is one sultry soulful song that just grabs you by the hair and pulls it back, and has you begging for more. It hits you deep down inside you and feeds you with a bluesy groove that you can’t let go of. Future Deep kicks off with this futuristic yet retro 90’s alternative [Read More]

Jupiter In Velvet new album, The ONE in The Many delivers a burst of inspiring exhilaration of positivity

September 26, 2016

Earlier this year we featured Jupiter in Velvet as one of our Spotlight Bands as we became completely captivated by their infectious alt-pop pyschedelic rock. We were immediately drawn into the world of Jupiter In Velvet as the music delivers a fusion of alternative, dance, electronic, pop and rock that delivers rich colors of emotion and feeds your soul. You can’t help but allow yourself to join Jupiter on a music journey that awakens your senses. It is vibrant, colorful, and rejuvenates your spirit. It has the nostalgia of classic Bowie yet with a modern flair, that has Jupiter In Velvet staking their claim on their signature sound. They recently released their new album, The One In The Many earlier this month and it has taken over our playlist. We were first introduced to the new album, through the first track and single, Rule Your Day which was released in June. The track invites you to take control of your life, feel the moments and live! It is upbeat, addictive and will take you to new levels. Jupiter told us [Read More]

Funkendank Oktoberfest with Galactic, Pimps of Joytime, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Dixie Giants and Royal Jelly Jive.

September 26, 2016

SOMO Concert Series is set to wrap up it’s festival season and they have quite a finale planned. The finale will feature Funkendank Oktoberfest with Galactic, Pimps of Joytime, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Dixie Giants and Royal Jelly Jive. Set for October 22nd. Check out the news below and make sure to not miss this incredible finale: ROHNERT PARK, CA (September 26, 2016) – On October 22nd SOMO Concerts releases their season finalé of this year’s 11 concert pop-up festival season with a brand new beer and music experience: Fϋnkendänk Oktoberfest. In collaboration with RateBeer.com, HopMonk, The Press Democrat and Mead Clark, this is a celebration of some select beers from some of the nation’s top brewers, this is not your older brother’s beer fest. VIPs are granted early access at 12:30pm to the Mead Clark VIP Lounge with a 2pm show start for general admission. Tickets are $49 General Admission, $69 Taster’s Ticket and $140 VIP and can be purchased at http://ticketf.ly/296I0RC or fünkendänk.com. The Beer The inaugural event features two of craft beer’s [Read More]

Juliette Lewis brims with passion and charismatic energy at her San Francisco SOLD OUT show

September 11, 2016

ca·thar·sis kəˈTHärsəs/ noun 1. the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. synonyms: emotional release, relief, release, venting, purification, cleansing “Juliettes performance was a true catharsis.” Saturday night in San Francisco is filled with many opportunities to catch amazing musicians and shows. We were glowing with anticipation as we arrived at the SOLD OUT performance of Juliette Lewis at The Independent. The intimate venue was the perfect setting to capture the boundless energy that Juliette would unleash onto the crowd. The charismatic energy of Juliette created a whirlwind of adrenaline that ignited the crowd with her electrifying pure raw emotional performance. If you have never witnessed a Juliette concert, well, let’s just say… you truly haven’t lived. It is an experience that you will never forget. You can’t help but feel every emotion that she expresses with her music. It is love, laughter, pain, exhilaration, loss and so much more. It is the medicine that we all need to nurture our souls and free ourselves of limitations. It is [Read More]

Xander and The Peace Pirates release new song and video for FIRE off upcoming album 11:11

September 7, 2016

One of my favorite bands, Xander and the Peace Pirates will be releasing their full length debut album 11:11 on V2 Records NL. We are so excited for this album and have been following their musical journey since first discovering them when they performed at the THE CES 2014 Convention. We went on to catch them every time they performed at NAMM. ll, they did it again at NAMM. There is just something about this band that you can literally get goose bumps from listening to them. Their music emits raw emotion and you can’t help but feel the passion from their music. These brothers have a great bluesy rock sound that just penetrates your soul. With Xander and The Peace Pirates you are treated to two fantastic musicians, one being a one armed lead guitarist that will have you in awe of his playing. Xander and the Peace Pirates are brothers Keith and Stuart Xander and when you watch them, they both are always smiling and having such a great time. They have just released the first single [Read More]

Michael Franti & Spearhead and Zella Day brighten up Rohnert Park with their set at SOMO Village

August 24, 2016

It was a magical night at the SOMO Village as Michael Franti & Spearhead along with Zella Day delivered emotionally stirring and inspiring sets. Zella Day kicked off the night with her eclectic style and infectious songs. She captivated the crowd with her Bohemian spirit that brought to life the emotions of her songs. Her vibrant energy overflowed as the crowd reciprocated with their appreciation and danced effervescently to the music. A couple highlights for me were Sweet Ophelia, High and Mustang Kids. Pick up her album Kicker by heading over to iTunes here. Michael Franti & Spearhead hit the stage and the energy increased, as the crowd sang along to fan favorites as well as dancing in the moonlight. If you haven’t experienced a Michael Franti concert, then you haven’t truly lived. He brings out this bright ray of sunshine when he performs, drawing in each and every audience member as he awakens their every sense. His music feeds your soul with an abundance of love, good spirits and positive energy. You simply cannot escape [Read More]