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Get to know the dynamic duo of TeamMate and let their music lift you up!

July 17, 2014

When faced with the many challenges and struggles in life, you always need a teammate to be there for you and become your personal cheerleading squad. Now there is an incredible indie pop duo who do just that with their music. TeamMate was formed out from the relationship break-up of drummer Dani Buncher and singer-keyboardist Scott Simons. Both of them were passionate about music and together have created inspiring songs that take you through their life journey. We had the chance to talk with with Dani and Scott about their music and what TeamMate is working on. We are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * * * * *  Music Junkie Press: Thank you very much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press.  We have to tell you that we love your uplifting and inspiring new track, Don’t Count Me Out. Can you tell us more about the inspiration behind that song?  Scott: Thanks so much! We appreciate your support and kind [Read More]

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Bands

Pistol Day Parade exceed all my expectations as they open for Ted Nugent on the Shut Up and Jam Tour!

July 16, 2014

We recently told you about the spectacular set that Ted Nugent put on for his Shut Up & Jam Tour this past weekend in Sunday. Now when you have such a excellent showman as Ted performing, not just any opening rock band will do. You need to have one that delivers an intense set and at 150% power overload.  Ted Nugent surely picked out the perfect band to open for him. One of our favorite rock bands, Pistol Day Parade was chosen for the opening slot on the tour. We made it out to the July 13th show at the Grove in Anaheim. Let me tell you, we were exhausted after the 7-1/2 hour drive but as soon as we made it to the venue, our spirits and energy picked right up. We had the opportunity to chat with Pistol Day Parade before their set. We are pleased to bring you that interview here: Shortly after our interview the guys made it to the stage and they kicked off the set with high energy. I have been [Read More]

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Eyes Set To Kill cancel July dates as Anissa recovers from blood clot, wishing her a full recovery!

July 16, 2014

Eyes Set To Kill are one of our favorite bands. They are such a hard working band and have been busy touring in support of their current album, MASKS. We saw them perform earlier this year in San Francisco at the DNA Lounge. They were amazing and completely blew the crowd with th eir high energetic set! Just last week, bass player Anissa Rodriguez was taken to the hospital for problems with her eye as they were performing at the Aftershock Bar & Grill in Merriam, KS. When we first got word that she was diagnosed with a blood clot behind her eye, we were hoping that things would get better from that serious situation. After being hospitalized, she has now been released so she can return to her home in Arizona and recover from. We wish you a full and speedy recovery Anissa!!!! She will be on bed rest for the next couple of weeks.  Pictures of her eye and in the hospital can be seen on the bands Facebook page.  The band has officially [Read More]

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Alternative Rock

Check out our chat with Josh of Longreef and get to know more about their new song, Battle Plan

July 15, 2014

We recently told you about the amazing new single and video by Longreef called Battle Plan. The song has a great message of hope and is helping raise awareness of bullying. You can check out our original post here. Longreef released the single in conjunction with the www.friendmovement.com to help raise awareness of the issue of bullying. First off, it is a great song in itself that is inspirational and uplifting and the vocals are truly captivating. Check out the video and also make sure to download the song here: Who is Longreef? Four Australians who came to the US and quickly began touring and gaining a lot of attention for their emotionally driven rock that is quite infectious! Longreef is: Josh Barker: Singer/songwriter Nick Miller: Guitars Jim Wark: Bass Tristan Davies: Drums Get to know more about Longreef as you check out our interview with singer/songwriter Josh Barker here: * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with [Read More]

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Texas Hippie Coalition show them how it’s done at Rockstar Mayhem Fest

July 10, 2014

Last weekend we covered the Rockstar Mayhem Festival as it made it’s stop in the Bay Area at the Shoreline Amphitheater. It was a long wild day filled with awesome bands and one band that is grabbing everyone’s attention is the Texas Hippie Coalition. We featured them last month along with a band interview that you can check it out here. They performed to a packed crowd and it was awesome to see the great reception that this Red Dirt Metal received from everyone. They tore up the stage as they brought an ass whoopin to the crowd. They raised the heat as everyone was embracing their heavy metal classic rock sound. It was intense and I couldn’t wait to catch them again. They are one of those bands that right after you see them, you are on an immediate high and contemplating when and where you will get to see them next!! Check out the photos by our Rockin Ryan of their set here: Texas Hippie Coalition will be playing on the entire tour [Read More]

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Get to know Vesta Collide and check out their bad ass new track; Outreach (The End)

July 10, 2014

Michigan based Vesta Collide is a metal/hard rock band that is truly deserving of your attention. They have just released a video for their song, Outreach (The End) and it is bad ass all the way. They have a great sound that reminds me of the early young days of Asking Alexandria. These guys In no way imitate since they have fused together with their fresh new heavy melodic style. Vesta Collide is: Mark Pfromm – Vocals Jacob Matzkows – Guitar/Vocals Alex Kuzmanovic – Guitar Alex Honeycutt* – Bass Nick Matzkows – Drums We had the chance to chat with them and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: Music Junkie Press: Thank you very much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. We had the chance to check out the first song, Outreach (The End) and you blew us away with that track. It is a very inspiring song, can you tell us more about your inspiration behind it? Vesta Collide: Being our debut song as a band, we really [Read More]

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Awoken Shadows debut album, Till Death Do Us Part is a MUST HAVE!

July 8, 2014

We are excited to announce that the debut album by the fast rising band, Awoken Shadows is now available. Their debut album, Till Death Do Us Part was released today and available on iTunes, GooglePlay, Amazon, etc. Awoken Shadows have been garnering a lot of high praises and are sure to capture everyone’s attention with this new album. For a debut album, they are coming out of the gate running and have delivered a complete musical gem. After first listen, you may think you are listening to a well established band of many years since the songs are well written, fluidly executed and blends so well the style of theatrical metalcore and post hardcore rock. They have seamlessly created songs that create depth with layers, rich in cinematic tones and bring to life their theatrical style. It is like the gifted offspring of Vampires Everywhere, Avenged Sevenfold and early Motionless in White with a side of Danny Worsnop growls/screams.  There is the right mixture of heaviness amid the melodic chorus’ that creates their own unique sound that [Read More]