Interview

Interview

Interview with singer/songwriter Em Rossi as she prepares for the release of her new video

April 29, 2016

Bay Area singer/songwriter Em Rossi is preparing for the release of her new video, Young Hearts. The video is set to premiere on May 2nd via Twist Magazine and we are very excited.  Em garnered high praise for her global breakthrough music video Earthquake which topped the YouTube chart in Australia and hit Top 5 in France, Italy, Canada and New Zealand. It currently has over 1 Million Views! The song is beautiful, touching and completely soul bearing as Em brings to life her emotions and feelings through music. Such a huge task at any age, but remarkable for this 17 year old. She sings from the heart and you can’t help but feel connected with her songs. We had the chance to chat with Em about her music, juggling school and her career as well as her upcoming video release. Check out our interview here: Em’s powerful and inspiring vocals have created a deep connection with many. You can’t help but feel emotion and many have shared how her music has helped, healed and inspired them. [Read More]

Doll Skin
Interview

Interview with fast rising female rockers, Doll Skin and catch them out on tour

April 12, 2016

The fast rising female rock band, Doll Skin have been garnering high praises for bringing a dose of kick ass rock to the scene. The band which caught the attention of Megadeth bassist David Ellefson as he created an imprint called EMP Label Group through the legendary label Megaforce.  They are set to release their debut album ‘In Your Face (Again),’ on April 15.  We had the chance to catch them out on out tour supporting Otep, Lacey Sturm, and September Mourning. We caught up with the girls for an interview before their set and you can check it out here: They opened the show Sunday night with a stellar cover of Dead Sara’s Weatherman.  They continued their set with songs from their album and got the crowd riled up and ready to rock. It is amazing to see how on-point they sound and being so young. These girls are definitely embarking on a long musical career! Check out photos from their set by our Rockin Ryan:   They will continue out on the tour through May [Read More]

Concerts

Interview with the awe-inspiring Lacey Sturm as she sets out on tour and captivates crowds.

April 12, 2016

Sunday night at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma was a magical one. We were excited for the arrival of Lacey Sturm, who is out on tour with Otep, September Mourning, Doll Skin and Through Fire. The legendary Phoenix Theater which was named after rising from the ashes after several fires in it’s history, served as the perfect backdrop for such an amazing night of inspiring music by Lacey. She has embarked on tour in support of her solo album, Life Screams which was released in February 2016. It is not only a bad ass hard rockin album, but it is a musical gem gleaming with honest raw emotionally driven tracks that have the power to help, heal or inspire the listener. Lacey creates a solid connection to the listener and brings a light to those who might be in a dark place. This album is one of my favorites and to see her perform live on Sunday, was spellbinding and uplifting. We had the chance to chat with Lacey before her set and are pleased to bring [Read More]

Dreamers
Concerts

Interview with The Dreamers as they finish up one tour and ready to head out on another tour

April 12, 2016

The Dreamers have been quite busy touring and it doesn’t seem to have much slow down in site. We caught them on Saturday night as they closed out their Spring tour with the Arkells and The Karma Killers in San Francisco at the Social Hall. It was our first time at the venue which houses itself in the lower section of the Regency Ballroom.  It is a great venue that captures the energy and spirit of the bands.  First up was The Karma Killers who we were first introduced to last year at Warped Tour. They came out and got the crowd rockin with their punk infused rock. Next up the Arkells brought a fun spirited set to the final night of tour with everything from Elton John medley to crowd favorite sing-alongs. The Dreamers came out and finished off the night with their cosmic rock. They had the crowd energized and fueled, as the dancing became nonstop. Their feel good music is infectious and a mood elevator! For a band of three, their sound [Read More]

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Alternative

Interview with Clover The Girl as she makes her mark with her new single

April 7, 2016

We recently introduced you to Clover the Girl who is ready to release her debut single, Filter This today. We caught a clip of her song earlier this week and were captivated by her vocals. She had us stop dead in our tracks and take a listen and we instantly were hooked on her upbeat bubbly song that brings out a fun flirty vibe. We can’t wait for you all to pick up her new song and look forward to what is next in store for Clover. We are pleased to bring you our interview with Clover The Girl: * * * * *    Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! We just got introduced to Clover the Girl with your clip of upcoming song, Filter This. Can you tell us about the song and what was your inspiration behind it? Clover The Girl:  I am so honored by you reaching out. “Filter This” was actually written in January of this [Read More]

Alternative

Interview with alternative rockers, Bleeker

April 6, 2016

  We recently featured alternative rockers Bleeker as our Spotlight Band. These guys blew us away when we caught them opening up for  The Struts out on their headlining tour. They delivered a high energy set that blends the edge of alternative, fun-spirit of pop, and kick ass rock n roll. We had the opportunity to talk with vocalists Taylor Perkins and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * *  Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for your time. We were blown away with your recent performance in Santa Barbara opening for The Struts. Was this first time for you guys to be playing out in California? Taylor: It was! We have spent a lot of time in California making records and writing but never actually playing! We usually spend our time in LA, or Malibu, so it was great to see some of the surrounding cities as well.   Music Junkie Press:  It is refreshing to see such energy from a band on stage and how [Read More]

Daydream XI
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Interview with Daydream XI as they launch campaign for concept double album

April 5, 2016

We recently shared with you the news that the Brazilian progressive metal band, Daydream XI have launched a PledgeMusic campaign,  “THE CIRCUS OF THE TATTERED AND TORN” with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Wild Animal Sanctuary.  They are working on achieving funding for new concept double album and fans will have access to exclusive PledgeMusic items including personalized postcards, signed CDs, songbooks, music lessons, personalized ring tones, intimate concert experiences and more. The new music will be delivered to Pledgers in June, months before the general album release. 5% of any money raised after the goal is reached will benefit The Wild Animal Sanctuary (http://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/), the world’s largest carnivore sanctuary, home to hundreds of wildlife rescued from captivity. We had the chance to chat with Tiago Masseti (vocals and guitar) and check it out here: * * * * * *  Music Junkie Press: You guys have a great new campaign out for your new concept album, “The Circus of the Tattered and Torn”. You guys mention that the album will be heavier and [Read More]