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Gurrumul will open your heart with his soul touching ethereal vocals, truly magical

August 4, 2014

Music touches us emotionally, where words alone can’t – Johnny Depp Music is the wine that fills the cup of silence – Robert Fripp Music is an outburst of the soul – Frederick Delius Music is a second language to my heart – Mara Arps Those are some of my favorite quotes about music and how it truly can be a soul touching experience. I must tell you about a man whose vocals have touched me like none other. The man is Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu who goes by the name Gurrumul. First, he has a fascinating story which was featured in Rolling Stone that tells how this blind Aborignial man from Australia has captured the hearts of many with his powerfully emotive voice. He truly can open your heart and touch your soul as he sings. Gurrumul has recently released his self titled album last month through Skinnyfish Music. The album takes you on a journey through your emotions, capturing the essence of an ethereal presence and is powerful that it can move you to tears. It is [Read More]

Modern rockers, Red Tide Rising release video for The Otherside

August 4, 2014

Modern rockers Red Tide Rising from Denver, Colorado have released a video for their song, The Otherside which is off their new album, The Rising. “The Otherside” was filmed and directed by Mel Haynes, Jr and shot in a warehouse in Denver. The video also features the debut of new bass player, Michael LeBois. Check out the video here: This young band which formed in 2007 when the members were still in junior high, has really proven that their hard work and determination has taken them into a whole new level with this album. The band’s sound has grown and they have honed in on their craft to deliver a strong solid album. They have been getting a lot of attention and have been touring alongside great bands like In This Moment, Hatebreed and others. The album The Rising was produced by Mike McAree (In This Moment) and Jeff Kanan (Kelly Clarkson, Madonna, Randy Jackson, Staind, more), debuted on Billboard’s Heatseeker charts at #3. You can pick up The Rising on iTunes here. The vocals immediately draw you [Read More]

Homemade Crazy premiere new song, Coldest Hell from their forthcoming album Synergy

August 4, 2014

There is a great band I have to tell you about and that is Homemade Crazy. They are an indie pop rock band that fused together everything from blues, punk, alternative, pop and rock together and created their own unique and fun sound. Homemade Crazy is Breezy Ortega (keyboard synthesis, vocals), Max Kugler (percussion), Aaron Paiz (bass), and Koby Blake (vocals, guitar) and was formed in 2012 in Southwest Nebraska. The band’s approach to music, especially their live show, is to translate their love and joy of music combined with sharing their own individual stories through their songs. Homemade Crazy are ready to unleash their fun pop rock songs on their debut album, Synergy which is set for an August 19th release. Homemade Crazy’s vocal duo of Ortega and Blake will capture your attention with emotionally charged lyrics and melodies that will stick with you for days at a time. The rhythm section, featuring Paiz and Kugler, will keep your feet tapping all night with their syncopation mastery. They are premiering their new song, Coldest Hell from their album, check it out here: Excited for [Read More]

Josh Scogin’s new project ’68 debuts new first ever music video for Track 1R

August 4, 2014

’68 is the new project by former Chariot vocalist Josh Scogin and they have recently released their debut full length LP, In Humor and Sadness last month. Today they have released their first music video for their song Track 1R. Check it out here: Directed by former Norma Jean / Underoath drummer Daniel Davison, the video takes a new approach to the standard warehouse vision in a way only Josh Scogin and ’68 knows how. “Shooting this video with my long time friend and former band mate Daniel was a blast,” says Scogin. “He is one of the few artists that I feel comfortable with in just trusting his ability to make something great. He told me the idea and we just ran with it and it turned out golden.” The band just wrapped up a notable run with Listener in the states and are embarking on a batch of dates in Europe with InArchives capped by two shows in Russia with Touche Amore. More U.S. dates are in the works for the end of [Read More]

The Word Alive announce Fall UK/Europe Fall Tour with The Color Morale and Like Moths to Flames

August 4, 2014

Vans Warped Tour is officially over and the Fall Tour Announcements have been rolling in. One of our Vans Warped Tour Highlight bands, The World Alive have just announced their Fall Tour for the UK and Europe. The Word Alive deliver a set that is fueled with energy from start to finish. Their modern heavy music has gained them a strong and dedicated fan base. They are going to tear it up over in Europe and the UK with their adrenaline filled sets. We had the chance to chat briefly with vocalist Telle Smith before he had to run off and sing guest vocals with Breath Carolina. Check out the interview here and find out what gives him energy before he plays his sets: To get you ready, take a look at the photos by our Rockin Ryan of their set: ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://wearethewordalive.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewordalive Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheWordAlive Instagram: http://instagram.com/thewordalive iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-word-alive/id320531813 Warped Tour: http://vanswarpedtour.com/

Jasmine Cain is delivering ‘Rock and Roll for the Gyspy Soul’

August 3, 2014

Jasmine Cain and her band of rebel rockers are bringing rock and roll to the gypsy soul. This high energy rock band features Jasmine Cain as songwriter, lead vocalist and bassist and she is ready to take over the music scene with her powerful vocals and soulful gypsy style. Her name is widely known in the motorcycle culture as her band has headlined Easyrider events for three consecutive years and her long list of festivals performances includes Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Radio Bold Music Festival, Bike Weeks in Daytona, Laconia, Las Vegas and Arizona as well as main act for Full Throttle Saloon (which became a TruTV series). Her bold and powerful vocals have been capturing everyone’s attention and once you take a listen, you will join in and fall in love her. They have recently released a music video for their song, Nightingale which has a really awesome chorus and completely ROCKS! Check it out here: She has strong songwriting skills that easily connect the listener emotionally. Some of my favorite lyrics from the song are: I [Read More]

Mustered Courage are giving bluegrass a facelift, time to enjoy some newgrass

August 3, 2014

Mustered Courage is a four piece modern bluegrass band from Melbourne, Australia. They might have the fundamentals of bluegrass, but they have definitely given the genre a facelift with their unique style and sound. Dubbed newgrass, they have brought an alternative edge to the bluegrass scene and have been energizing crowds across the country with their big harmonies and sweet pickings. It would be too limiting to categorize this band as bluegrass because their modern sound blends in everything form country, alternative, and rock. There is something for everyone to enjoy and connect with. Band Members: Nick Keeling: Vocals/Banjo Julian Abrahams: Vocals/ Guitar Josh Bridges: Vocals/ Bass Paddy Montgomery: Mandolin/Vocals Mustered Courage have recently released their sophomore album, Powerlines and whether you are a bluegrass aficionado or searching for that new music to add to your playlist, this is the album for you. The songs will take you on a musical journey and it starts right off with the energetic upbeat track of Standing By Your Side. You will find yourself immediately toe tapping as a smile [Read More]