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Tyson Leslie delivers a treasure with his new melodic rock album, Train Wrecks Havoc and Heartbreak

March 12, 2014

You may not be familiar with the name Tyson Leslie but I am sure you have heard him play or seen him perform live. He has played alongside the likes of Corey Taylor, (Slipknot, Stone Sour), Gavin DeGraw, Carmine Appice (Rod Stewart, Vanilla Fudge, etc), George Lynch (Dokken, Lynch Mob) and as a temporary member of Red Line Chemistry (touring with Whitesnake). Now is the time for you to get to know Tyson Leslie as he steps into center spotlight with his new album, Train Wrecks Havoc and Heartbreak. His new album can be described as a blend of power pop, melodic rock, Southern rock and more. You are treated to fun upbeat tracks, catchy choruses, power ballads and anything to fit your mood. Tyson explains more about how he began his journey with his new music, ” It’s been a challenge, and a completely separate train of thought that goes into putting a record together completely by myself. After years of playing in cover bands and playing other people’s material, it’s been extremely rewarding to finally get [Read More]

KXM release self titled debut album that will have you begging for more

March 10, 2014

Now and days many musicians have side projects or are in several bands at the same time. We all remember the time, when side projects could signify a band break up or member replacements but now, it is a welcome change. For many passionate musicians time spent off the road or not recording, can cause them to be a bit stir-crazy. Sometimes you just have to unleash your passion and create the music. I love finding out about new bands whether they are new to the scene, supergroups or a one-off side project. One new supergroup that have successfully harnessed their passion and created a MUST HAVE album, is KXM. KXM is comprised of dUg Pinnick (King’s X), George Lynch (Lynch Mob/Dokken) and Ray Luzier (Korn). These three guys who were first friends and then decided to make music together have created a band that will definitely want you begging for more. After taking a listen to their self titled debut album, I couldn’t help but get excited for a tour and even more music. Whether they [Read More]

Eddie Trunk of That Metal Show chats with Music Junkie Press about this week’s episode and more!

March 7, 2014

Today we had the chance to chat with Eddie Trunk, host of That Metal Show. Eddie has been one of my true idols, when it comes to his love for his music and the passion to share it with everyone. Eddie has had quite a successful career in broadcasting with his Eddie Trunk Rocks, Eddie Trunk Rocks, etc. It was great when he finally stepped in front of the camera for VH1 Classics That Metal Show in 2002. Today That Metal Show is in it’s 13th season and is a favored show by all. Last year we told you about how I went down to Los Angeles for the taping of two episodes from last year’s season and this year. It was fun to watch the behind the scenes of the show and everyone has so much fun. The energy and fun times definitely are shared by all, on and off camera. Truly a great bunch of guys. This week on That Metal Show legendary Mick Mars of Motley Crue will be the on-set guest [Read More]

DELTA ROSE and their new album will take you on a WILD RIDE!

March 7, 2014

One of, if not our Number 1 favorite band, Delta Rose has been busy working on their new music and guess what? It is going to blow your mind! I had a chance to take a listen and I am telling you, get ready, strap your boots on and hold on tight because these boys are going to rock your world. They have a new 6 song EP that they are finishing up and it is stellar, from start to finish. In a time when the lines of rock and roll have been blurred by genres, cores, subcores, crossovers, and so much more, Delta Rose answers my need for true rock and roll. Their rock and roll is infused with blues and groove that there is no way, you can listen to them and stand still. You just have to get up on your foot and move. This album shows how much this band has grown in 6+ years, each one perfecting their own art and have mastered their own style. You can feel [Read More]

California’s best festival Monster Energy’s Aftershock returns to Sacramento

March 5, 2014

THE DATES HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED! START THE COUNTDOWN! MONSTER ENERGY’S AFTERSHOCK FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 13TH & 14TH In our opinion here at Music Junkie Press, California’s BEST festival is returning to Sacramento! The Monter Energy Aftershock Festival be held on the weekend of September 13th & 14th. Mark your calendars and make sure you are free that weekend. If you are from out the area, get working on your travel plans to get out here and be part of one of the funnest and best festivals, Monster Energy’s Aftershock Festival. Last year’s festival included a lineup that will be hard to match with the likes of Korn, Asking Alexandria, Shinedown, Avenged Sevenfold, Steel Panther, In This Moment, Five Finger Death Punch and so many more! Check out below some of our highlights of coverage from last year’s show by our Rockin Ryan. This year, get ready because I am sure there is going to be one hell of a lineup planned. Lineup and details will be coming soon. Visit www.aftershockconcert.com for more info. We [Read More]

Ben Bruce and Kyle Borman launch KBB Records and announce Scare Don’t Fear as first signing!

March 5, 2014

Exciting news to share with you all. Asking Alexandria guitarist, Ben Bruce and Co-Manager Kyle Borman have announced the launch of their new record label, KBB Records. Ben explains more about his new venture, “After years of planning, touring, writing and learning, and after ups and downs, arguments and agreements, I have grown to not only love the music industry, but understand it and respect it. KBB Records is a label run by artists, for artists. With my love and passion for music along with my knowledge and understanding of the music industry it’s our goal to work alongside incredible artists of all genres and to create and release amazing music for the world to fall in love with.” Kyle shares more about the new label, “KBB started as a small recording studio that Ben and I started together a few years ago with the intentions of providing traveling bands a means to record high end, professional records and demos while out on the road. Together, Ben and myself have managed to turn what started out as [Read More]

Taylor Hawkins forms new side project, The Birds of Satan, pre-order new album

March 4, 2014

One thing I really love about today’s music scene is that in addition to loving my bands, I can also get to enjoy their many several side projects. Side projects back in the ’70s and ’80s would be the demise of a band or member replacements. Fast forward to today and side projects are just as welcome as a side of fries. Today I wanted to share with you the news of Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins new project, The Birds of Satan. Taylor joins forces with his bandmates Wiley Hodgen and Mick Murphy from Chevy Metal, his rock cover band to provide more ear porn and please us with their new album. They are set to release their self titled album on April 15th through Shanabelle Records. You can head over to their website www.thebirdsofsatan.com and get your pre-order in so you can instantly download their first single, Thanks for the Line. The new track will have you begging for more and counting down the days until the release. The seven song album features a bit [Read More]