Interview

Interview

Perpetual motion machine Bob Malone sits still for an interview. By Patrick O’Heffernan

September 22, 2015

While touring with John Fogerty’s band and his own, a star keyboard player releases his eight album   Patrick O’Heffernan –   Host, Music FridayLive! (Los Angeles) Bob Malone is a perpetual motion machine. He does an average of 100 solo shows a year, he tours and records with John Fogerty, he provides music to TV shows like Dr. Phil and Rachael Ray, he’s been on TV himself with the Fogerty band, he has shared stages with legends like Bruce Springsteen,  Jimmy Buffett, Rickie Lee Jones. He has recorded 7 albums and recently released his eighth , Mojo Deluxe, he is on tour now and he starts another European tour in two weeks. Whew!  But in the midst of this madness he found time to take a break and sit still for an interview before heading off to Katy Texas for his third Lone Star gig in four days.   Patrick. Bob, before we get to far afield let’s talk about the new album, Mojo Deluxe .  You released it first in the UK and now [Read More]

Interview

Interview with Syka contributed by Meryl DeWitt, Drift & Die Press

September 17, 2015

From the heart of New York with a hard rock soul, SYKA is here to rock your radio! Recently they’ve released their EP “Stay Wild” and are blowing up venues all around NYC. Drift & Die Press got to talk with frontwoman Jesyka for a bit! Drift & Die Press: Give me a quick rundown of your members! Jesyka – Vocals Gregg Sgar – Guitar Gino Martine – Bass Steve Richards – Drums DND: In a mainly male dominated genre, having a female lead can give you an extra edge. It can also cause some struggles and discrimination. Can you give any advice to young girls wanting to become musicians, but are too intimidated by the nature of the industry? Jesyka: Do what you love. Stay Wild. If you’re meant for the world of music, it doesn’t matter if you’re male or female. You can be whatever you imagine. DND: What is the biggest stereotype you find yourself fighting, and how do you overcome it? Jesyka: Many people throw us into the ‘female fronted metal’ [Read More]

Interview

Interview with Matthew, Alison Irehata, and Brian Steadman of Halo Circus. By Patrick O’Heffernan

September 12, 2015

When I first saw Halo Circus at a club in LA, my head swiveled around as I said who-is-that-band?  I had not heard anything like it before, and the visual spectacle was also impressive.  Precise, melodic, deeply emotional rock delivered by pros and fronted by a pink-haired Latina banshee with the voice of an opera singer and the eyes of a seductive wise woman.  I know now why  people say lightning struck when singer Allison Iraheta (“American Idol” Season 8 finalist) joined with producer and bassist / keyboardist Matthew Hager of Duran Duran.  This band is extraordinary, and I see a lot of bands so that is not idle talk. And neither was the talk when I had the chance to kick back with Matthew and Brian and Allison. Patrick.  You have an album in the works now , your debut album.  what can you tell us about it. and why have you waited so long? Matthew.  That is very good question.  We have been doing this for a few years now and our fans ask the [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Ghost Town releases new video for their bad ass new track, Spark

September 11, 2015

I am so in love with the new track and now the new video from Ghost Town! They have just released their video for their new song, Spark which is off their upcoming new album, EVOLUTION, set for a release on November 6th. Pre-orders for the album are available now! For more information please visit www.officialghosttown.com. This song is amazing and captures the energy and passion that these guys bring to their music and will soon become your new fave track. It encourages you to open your eyes to the world and take action in your life. Time to create that spark! Ghost Town vocalist Kevin Ghost comments, “no one ever teaches you about anxiety and how difficult it is for almost everyone that I know to stand up and be themselves. It’s probably a larger issue than drugs or ADHD.  It takes effort and it takes courage to get out of bed in the morning, let alone be an individual. This record is a celebration of those people that have figured out a way to do [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Interview with Madame Mayhem as we discuss her upcoming album, Now You Know

September 11, 2015

Madame Mayhem is set to release her full length album, Now You Know on October 16th through BFD/RED. She has brought in a great team of powerhouse rockers to play on the album including Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big, Winery Dogs) – who produced and played on the album – Ray Luzier (KoRn, KXM), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (formerly of Guns N’ Roses), Russ Parrish (“Satchel” from Steel Panther), and Corey Lowery (Saint Asonia, Stuck Mojo). This is one album that will really deliver a much needed punch of fresh hard rock. We had the opportunity to talk with Madame Mayhem about her upcoming album and working with such amazing artists as well as work in her spectacular new video for Monster. Check out our interview here: Madame Mayhem is delivering a kick ass dose of rock that highlights her commanding presence and powerful vocals! Check out her video for her song, Monster. She comments on the video, “This video shows the escape from being trapped, under speculation, and breaking free to embrace your true self. Raw and real! About how society can [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Ghost Town announces tour dates for The Haunted Youth Tour and new album details

September 10, 2015

  We are so excited to announce the details of the upcoming release of Ghost Town’s third studio album, EVOLUTION on November 6th. Pre-orders for the album will begin tomorrow September 11th as well as the release of their music video for new song, Spark.  For more information please visit www.officialghosttown.com. In addition they have announced dates for their fall headlining tour which will include Dangerkids, Palaye Royale, Bad Seed Rising, and Sounds Like Harmony. We are happy to announce that the tour will kick off right here in San Francisco on November 1st at Slim’s. Tickets for all dates go on sale Friday, September 18th. Furthermore, Ghost Town are set to head overseas for another appearance on the UK Vans Warped Tour set for October 18thfollowed by a run of headline shows which will feature support from Palisades. For tickets and more information please visit www.officialghosttown.com. Check out the tour dates: 11/1                 San Francisco, CA                    Slim’s 11/3                 Portland, OR                           Hawthorne Theatre 11/4                 Seattle, WA                             El Corazon 11/5                 Vancouver, BC                        Tom Lee Hall 11/7                 Salt Lake [Read More]

Band

Interview with Michael of Sunflower Dead as they gear up for their new album release

September 9, 2015

We are very excited for the upcoming release It’s Time To Get Weird from the infectious rockers, Sunflower Dead. They are set to release their sophomore album on October 30th through their own label, Bloody Bat Records. The album was produced by Dave Fortman (Evanescence, Godsmack, Slipknot) and Mikey Doling (Gemini Syndrome) and consists of 12 new tracks. The title track features KORN’s Jonathan Davis on vocals. We first came across Sunflower Dead when they opened up for (hed) P.E. and SOiL  on the Born To Ride 2 Tour in SF at the DNA Lounge. They immediately caught our attention as they put on a  great show. We have been following them ever since and they recently returned from a successful 22 date European tour with Snot and a couple dates supporting KORN. We had the chance to talk with frontman, Michael about the upcoming album release and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: Sunflower Dead is: Michael – vocals, piano, accordion Jaboo – lead guitar Jamie Teissiere – guitar “Lats” – bass [Read More]