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Through the Universe: Ben Jaimen takes us on an E-ticket ride. By Patrick O’Heffernan

October 10, 2014

Los Angeles. Ben Jaimen is very, very good and his US debut EP, Through the Universe, demonstrates that in spades. A native of Germany with family in Israel and Argentina, Jaimen moves easily among those and other countries, picking up musical influences while retaining a certain humble cosmopolitan air. Music training in Israel and London, summers teaching to disabled barrio children in Cordoba, recording in Germany and LA, he has seen and given a lot. He has sung to a million people at the Brandenburg Gate in Germany, written and recorded hundreds of songs, and played gigs from Berlin to Tel Aviv. A pop rocker who writes and performs with the precision of a seasoned professional, he knows how to hold a crowd or lay down popular tracks. Most important, he is also determined to live and sing with integrity and to be his own man. With Through the Universe he is very much his own man; he has produced a musical E-ticket ride and trust me, you will love every twist and bump. [Read More]

Interview with Charlee Conley of Farewell, My Love contributed by Drift N Die

October 9, 2014

Charlee Conley of Farewell, My Love Interview Glam rock isn’t dead, folks! Theatrical rock is slowly returning, and heading up the crowd is a group that if you don’t know them yet, you definitely need to! Farewell, My Love is a band I can only describe as Tim Burton’s version of a hair metal band. Stage costumes, a few well placed lights and fog machines isn’t all this band has to offer though! They bring a beautiful glam rock style back to a genre that was desperately in need of a new sound. Farewell, My Love has obvious influences from bands like My Chemical Romance, but they’ve made it all their own. These guys bring their passion to the stage; a passion shared equally throughout the band. Bassist Charlee Conley recently spoke with Drift N Die Press about the future of the band, the memories they’ve gained, and gave us insight towards his own personal influences. DND: What’s the general concept & mission of Farewell, My Love? Charlee: From day one, we’ve always labeled [Read More]

Megafauna getting ready to set out on West Coast tour dates!

October 9, 2014

It was just last month when we brought you our interview with the incredible prog-rock/alternative band Megafauna from Austin. I am excited to announce they are getting ready to set out on their West Coast Tour dates next week! Check out the cool West Coast Tour Poster which was created by Tristan Lewellyn, John Musci and Austin Haines. If you don’t already have it, make sure to pick up their latest release, Maximalist which is quite deserving of your attention. I am not going to do them the injustice of trying to place them into a music genre category because their fresh new bold style of music fuses a variety of musical influences and have successfully created their own unique sound. You can pick up great tones of progressive rock, alternative grunge style, power pop and garage rock. We are excited to be seeing a stop in San Francisco at the Bottom of the Hill on October 23rd. We will try and bring you full coverage of the event. In case you missed it, [Read More]

Interview with Tyler Dawson of Sanity Loss contributed by Drift N Die

October 7, 2014

For anyone looking for something new in their lives, with a sprinkle of the oldies, I’ve got the band for you. Sanity Loss is an up incoming hard rock band based out of Oxfordshire, UK. Though they dawn the look of a hair metal band, they change the world of glam rock by combining it with screamo. If you want outrageous, take a hit off these guys. From writing their own killer tracks to doing an out of this world cover of Backstreet Boys, Sanity Loss incorporates great music into a flashy set. Just like their glam rock predecessors, they also know how to party! Bassist Tyler Dawson recently discussed with Drift N Die Press some of his wildest experiences, as well as the past, present, and future of Sanity Loss. DND: What’s the general concept & mission of Sanity Loss? Tyler: Well we just love making music and the fact people enjoy the music we write really is the best feeling in the world. We want to put the art back into artist. [Read More]

Check out Max Cavalera on the Jasta Show as he discusses Soulfly, working with Igor, Ozzy and much more!

October 7, 2014

In today’s episode of the Jasta show, Jamey Jasta sits down with Max Cavalera (Soulfly, Sepultura, and the Cavalera Conspiracy). They discuss the upcoming Cavalera Conspiracy record, Max’s upcoming track with the Acacia Strain, sobriety, upcoming track with the Acacia Strain, the creation of Soulfly, touring with Slayer, the possibility of a Sepultura reunion, and all things Ozzy. Max on starting Soulfly after Sepultura dissolved: “For five months I was locked in getting wasted on pills and booze. I lost my weapon. Sepultura was my weapon in which I fought the world…people started kicking my ass to get back in the game…Ozzy was one of them…He sat down with me and said if you really want to do it you can…I did it with Sabbath.” Max on a Sepultura Reunion Show: ““People have been trying to get us to do it. Even Sharon (Osbourne) offered us a lot of money to headline Ozzfest. There has been some offers for promoters for serious money. For me I am worried about the actual event. The actual band. [Read More]

Get your fix of Otherwise and check out our photos from Aftershock Festival

October 6, 2014

One of our top highlights of the Monster Energy Aftershock Festival was to catch the return of Otherwise. They just came out and delivered an intense in your face set that have the crowd growing by the second. Everyone was racing to get over to their stage and they rocked it hard and heavy! Check out the photos by our Rockin Ryan of their set: We have been rockin to their most recent album release, Peace At All Costs. The album was released last month and has been solidly on our daily playlist! Truly a must have! Otherwise recently wrapped up a tour with Islander and Like A Storm and are just about to set out on a tour with Buckcherry. Check the dates below and get yourself to a show. We are going to be catching them as they return on November 6th to the Ace of Spades in Sacramento. We will make sure to bring you complete coverage: OTHERWISE w/BUCKCHERRY 10/08 Beckley, WV @ Club 3D w/ Buckcherry 10/11 Broussard, LA @ The Station [Read More]

Interview with Matty Trash & the Horrorbles contributed by Drift N Die

October 6, 2014

Matty Trash & the Horrorbles is an up and coming shock rock band from Perth, Australia. Incorporate music and makeup to bring back the flash and theatrics of acts like Rob Zombie, Slipknot, and Ozzy Osborne. Recently, Drift N Die Press interviewed frontman Matty Trash, where we discussed the past, present, and future of the MTATH. * * * * * * * * DND: What’s the general concept & mission of your group? Matty: Our mission from day one has always been to bring something new and exciting to the music scene and dare to be different at all costs. The concepts of the band may change, but our mission always remains. DND: How’d you all meet & become a band? Matty: We have all known each other one way or another for a few years before forming the band. I guess it all just came together from a few small conversations, a couple of ideas that were agreed on and we all wanted in. DND: How’d you decide you wanted to be a [Read More]