NAMM 2016 | Music Junkie Press

Interview with ONOFF as they share exciting news for 2016

February 8, 2016

We were really excited to catch rockers ONOFF perform during NAMM 2016 and they really brought the energy to the crowd. We featured them as one of our Spotlight bands they continue to shine bright. Originally from Ireland and recently transplanted to San Francisco Bay Area a couple years ago, they have consistently been drawing a lot of attention for their straight up high energy rock and roll. In a time where many bands find themselves straying from rock in hopes of creating a new sub-genre, you have ONOFF who have stayed the course and continue to kick ass with their rock and roll. A band of three, yet a powerful sound that will rock to your core and have you begging for more. We recently caught up with Paulie and Stevie to talk more about what is in store for them for 2016. Check out our interview here: These guys are not only a great bunch of guys but damn good musicians and do everything to make sure their crowd is having the [Read More]

Chat with members of The Deadlies at NAMM 2016

February 2, 2016

We were excited when we ran into a couple of the guys from The Deadlies at this year’s NAMM Convention. They blew us away last year at BottleRock 2015 and this year they return to BottleRock 2016. One thing is certain, they truly bring the party to the stage as they will blow you away with their fun in the sun kick ass set! Check out our interview with Bob and James at NAMM here: The Deadlies can be described as a California surf punk/rock band with a little Honky Tonk and Country thrown in. One thing is for sure, when you listen to The Deadlies, you can’t help but move around and have some fun! They are “paying homage to the Ventures Dick Dale and the Chantays as well as the California Honky-tonk sound of Buck Owens and Dwight Yoakam while keeping an under lying presence of the California surf punk scene that brought us the Dickies, Agent Orange and Top Jimmy and the Rhythm Pigs.” They are set to perform on Friday, [Read More]

Interview with Diamond Lane at NAMM, get ready for a wild ride with them this year!

February 2, 2016

Diamond Lane had quite a busy 2015 but you better hold on tight, 2016 is going to be a wild ride for them! They will be releasing new music, playing lots of shows and returning to Rocklahoma. We ran into the guys at NAMM 2016 and had a chance to chat with them about their latest news. Check it out here: One thing is certain when Diamond Lane performs they deliver the energy to the stage and the crowd is immediately off their feet. They are fierce with their performance and insure that everyone is having a bad ass time. We can’t wait to catch them once again. If you need more of a Diamond Lane fix, check out photos of when they performed last year at The Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://diamondlanerocks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiamondLane Twitter: www.twitter.com/DiamondLane Youtube: www.youtube.com/DiamondLaneVideos Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/diamond-lane/id80861914

Interview with Chandler Juliet at NAMM 2016

January 31, 2016

We were excited to catch some time with recording artist/actress Chandler Juliet at this year’s NAMM Convention. She has been quite busy and had a lot to share with us. She just released her new video for her song Someone Like You, check it out here: Chandler truly captures a depth of emotion with her vocals and instantly brings a connection to the listener.Along with her bubbly personality and infectious smile, you can’t help but feel your spirits lifted. We chatted with Chandler and you can check out our interview with her: If you don’t already have her debut EP Loud Heart, pick it up today by heading over to Amazon here. The songs highlight Chandler’s blissful vocals amid her emotionally driven lyrics that will become soundtracks to your life experiences. We look forward to what is next in store for Chandler in 2016 and make sure to visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on her latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.chandlerjuliet.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chandlerjuliet/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chandlerjayy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chandlerjofficial/

Check out our chat with Chris Clemence of Screaming at Demons at NAMM 2016

January 29, 2016

Screaming at Demons have arrived on the music scene and in an epic fashion. Their new song, Rockstar is not only a kick ass rockin track but has also changed people’s lives as they teamed up with the groundbreaking homeless project, Homeless Rock Stars. If you haven’t seen the powerful mini documentary- music video for it, check it out here: We were excited to interview bassist, Chris Clemence at NAMM 2016. He shared with us all their latest news and what is next in store for them. This is one band that is not only creating infectious rock music but are also doing everything they can to help others as they release it. Check out our chat with Chris at NAMM: Screaming at Demons is: Shimon Moore – Vocals Russell Ali – Guitar Chris Clemence – Bass We can’t wait for the new video and music! Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Website: www.ScreamingAtDemons.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/screamingatdemons/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Screamatdemons www.HomelessRockStars.com

Rockers Midnite Sin gear up for a busy 2016!

January 29, 2016

At NAMM 2016 we ran into drummer Nick Tarkowski of Midnite Sin. They have been quite busy and at the looks of it, will have a busy 2016. They have recently announced they will be playing at this year’s Rocklahoma Festival at the end of May. They have also released their new EP. You can pick up the new EP and some merch at their debut show Sunday night, January 31st at the Rockbar in San Jose. It is an early show, all ages and FREE! We had a chance to chat briefly with Nick at NAMM and you can check out the video here: Midnite Sin is: Colton Seaver – Guitar, Vocals Nick Tarkowski – Drums Daniel Beaudoin – Bass So make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on what these new rockers have in store for 2016! ~ Marisol Information & Links: Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/midnitesin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midnitesinband/

Interview with Doyle at NAMM 2016

January 29, 2016

One of our highlights of NAMM 2016 was chatting with the legendary Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein. He had quite a successful 2015 as he toured extensively on a three leg Abominator 2015 US Tour. We caught him on a couple of his shows last year and he truly brought the energy to the stage and lit up the room with his presence. We sat down for a quick chat with Doyle as he told us about his new custom guitar with Schecter Guitars, vegan cooking and his plans for new protein products. Check out the video here: In case you missed our previous interview with Doyle, check it out here: Make sure to visit his social media sites and stay up to date on his latest news. You don’t want to miss him if he is coming to a venue near you! ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://officialdoyle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OFFICIALDOYLE Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoyleAbominator Twitter: http://instagram.com/officialdoyle Instagram: http://instagram.com/officialdoyle iTunes: http://]https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/abominator/id674875860