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Roses and Revolutions: a conversation before heading for the Coast. By Patrick O’Heffernan

May 19, 2014

By Patrick O’Heffernan, Host Music FridayLive! Roses and Revolutions, aka Alyssa Coco and Matt Merritt, a New York-based duo, has released a new self-titled EP that debuted at #1 on iTunes bestselling Singer/Songwriter EPs & Singles chart and #22 on Top Albums. They are coming to my town, Los Angeles, next week but took time off this week for an interview. Patrick. There is so much to talk to you about – your tour, the new EP, the video, being on American idol, but first, I understand there is a story behind Elvio Fernandes being on one of the EP’s cuts? Alyssa. The song he is on, The Walls, is a recent song, but I have known him since I was 12 years old. He listened to my first song – it wasn’t good – but he made his contributions. The most recent song is very close to me and was very honored to have him on it. Patrick. How did you get the song to him? Alyssa. Before he was a big rock star, [Read More]

We Are Harlot set to play Rocklahoma as Trivium cancels due to doctor’s orders

May 19, 2014

Trivium has announced that due to doctor’s orders, they must cancel their upcoming performance at Rocklahoma this Saturday. In their place, will be our fave band, We Are Harlot. We are Harlot just made their debut at Rock on The Range yesterday and made quite an impression on everyone! Here is the post from Rocklahoma on their Facebook page: * * * * * Due to doctor’s orders, TRIVIUM has had to cancel their performance at Rocklahoma this Saturday. Filling their slot at the festival will be We Are Harlot, coming off their debut, much talked-about performance at Rock On The Range this past weekend. The new project from Danny Worsnop (of Asking Alexandria), Jeff George (formerly of Sebastian Bach), Brian Weaver (of Silvertide) and Bruno Agra will perform on the Hard Rock Stage on Saturday night at 8:30pm. * * * * * So if you are going to Rocklahoma, make sure to catch them on the Hard Rock Stage on Saturday night at 8:30 pm. Last week, We Are Harlot released their much anticipated [Read More]

Come join Figs Vision as they make their new album, Dances

May 19, 2014

Last year we told you about a great new band, Figs Vision. Figs Vision is the musical collaboration by Gunner Sixx, son of Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue and Jordan Spoliansky. You can read more about when they first started as well as interview with Jordan and Gunner here. Today, I wanted to give you an update and how Figs Vision is working on creating their first album. In addition, they have added Zig Zag and Storm to complete our band and bring our vision to a tangible place. As they say, “We are a family and all love each other very god damn much.” Figs Vision is now ready to record and release their full length album titled, “Dances“. They have started an Indiegogo campaign and you can help be part of the making of the album. You can visit their campaign page and see how your contribution can help fund the album as well as receive some cool merchandise and perks from the band! The album as they mention, “We have pulled together a bundle [Read More]

William Control releases music video for Price We Pay

May 16, 2014

We recently brought you our review of William Control‘s spectacular album, The Neuromancer. You can check that out our album review here. The album has been having great success, The Neuromancer which is a prelude previous works; Hate Culture, Noir and Silentium Amoris and all tell the tale of the nihilistic suicidal William Control. If you don’t have it yet, pick it up…. Three Words….. Cinematic Musical Masterpiece! Today William released a music video for his second single off the album and is Price We Pay. Check it out here: William just finished up The We Love Tour with Combichrist and New Years Day. We had the chance to catch him as he played at Slim’s in San Francisco. William came out to a packed crowd at Slim’s and delivered a full intense high energy set that had everyone dancing around in musical bliss. He was incredible as his charismatic personality held the audience captive and his vocals filled mesmerized the crowd. His stage presence is one of the best and through his performance you are whisked away on the melodic journey [Read More]

Interview with Austin Winkler and he is back, stronger than ever!

May 15, 2014

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson When I think of the above quote, my favorite quote, it always reminds me of how strong you have to be to when you are faced with creating your own path or destiny. It inspires me when I see people make that great leap of faith and head off into that new path and become an even stronger person. I believe a great example in this is watching Austin Winkler as he has forged ahead in the new chapter of his musical career. It was last year that we brought you the news of Austin‘s departure from Hinder, but then to hear how he was going to continue with a new musical venture, I was truly elated. Austin has one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in the industry and I couldn’t wait to hear what he has in store for us. He invited us in to witness the [Read More]

An interview with Bret Von Dehl of The Relapse Symphony as we talk about the new album; Shadows

May 15, 2014

The Relapse Symphony from Washington, DC are set to release their debut LP Shadows on July 8th via Standby Records. The highly anticipated album will show the progression of the band since their release of their 2013 EP, Time’s Running Out. Guitarist JC Charles explains, “When we recorded our EP we were still in the infancy of our band. We were still experimenting and finding ourselves as musicians, and as people. We all went through some of the toughest times of our lives during the making of this album, and we came out on the other side with something we are all extremely proud of. This record is something we know our fans are going to get a lot out of, and hopefully will make us some new fans along the way.” We had the chance to chat with vocalist, Bret Von Dehl and are pleased to bring you that interview here: We are all excited for the new album and can’t wait for the release of the first single, We Are The Broken to [Read More]

Hell Rules Heaven finishes new album and we can’t wait for them to return to the US

May 15, 2014

Hell Rules Heaven is an amazing heavy modern rock band with metal influences from France. The band was out here in Los Angeles last month finishing up their album which is produced by Charles « Kallaghan » Massabo and is set for a release later this year. If you are not familiar with Hell Rules Heaven, they you have to first pick up their SINNERS album. You can pick it up on iTunes here. You have to check out their song, Hell’s Gate which features Shawter of Dagoba. We had the opportunity to interview Shawter last year and you can check that out here. It is an awesome track and you can listen to it here: Hell Rules Heaven is: Evan – Lead Guitar & Vocals Gerry – Bass & Back Vocals/Scream Thib – Guitars Ronnie – Drums We had the chance to chat with drummer, Ronnie as he was leaving the US last month to head home to France. Here is that brief interview: * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: [Read More]