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New Music by Throwing Gravity will pull you in!

August 28, 2012

I wanted to let you know about a great new band that I have been listening to. It is Throwing Gravity and they are an alternative rock band with a Nashville edge that comes together beautifully. These guys just finished up a tour with another one of my favorite bands, 12 Stones and have been sharing the stage with other greats like My Darkest Days, Chevelle, Red and Evans Blue. Throwing Gravity was in great company with those bands and I am also sure gained many new fans with their own music. Their single, “Here we Go Again” has had multiple placements with NHL, MLB, and TNA Wrestling and next on their list is “The Inside”. It is no wonder since both songs send out the good vibe and are energy driven. The bass lines on The Inside are awesome. Here is their official video for “Here We Go Again” which will have you ready to face your battles. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQ2iQIyit2k&feature=youtu.be] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQ2iQIyit2k Their whole album, “It’s Not the End”, has such a great all around alternative rock [Read More]

Have you been Kinected yet?

August 25, 2012

The 80’s not only had some great Rock and Roll but it also provided a time to enjoy New Wave and Modern Rock music. Well those times are long gone…. But guess what, there is a great new band out there called The Kinected that is bringing it all back to life, blended with their own unique sound that is taking the airwaves by storm. It is great feel good music that reminds me of the first time I heard Pet Shop Boys or Duran Duran. They have an amazing sound that is a fresh blend of rock, pop, funk and an electro edge. There first single “Hypnotize” from their new album titled Evolution #9 has been dominating airplay on XM Sirius Channel 3 “20 on 20”. It will have you moving and wanting more and more! The Kinected is Ron Anthony on vocals, Alex Zapatier on guitar, Mike B on bass and Marck Mangel on drums. I had the opportunity to interview vocalist Ron Anthony who has such a smooth voice on this album. Here [Read More]

Get Infected with 12 Stones!

August 24, 2012

Earlier this past week, I went to see 12 Stones perform at the historical Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, Ca. This theater was first opened in 1905 and held historical acts such as Harry Houdini and Lily Langtree. Over the years it has housed acts such as Metallica, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Ramones, Green Day, Smashing Pumpkins and so much more. The current owner Tom Gaffey has continued to keep it open as an all-ages music venue and I applaud him as to how he has gone through great lengths to keep music alive in our area. So I was excited to see 12 Stones would be playing there and they were even bringing along their touring band, Concordia which I had just been happily introduced to earlier in the month after hearing them open up for Smile Empty Soul. In addition, three great local bands were added to the opening lineup. First up, we had Mirrors which delivered a punk rock sound and uses their music as a platform to discuss how the pornography industry [Read More]

It is time to welcome Wayland to your Head

August 23, 2012

There is a great new band that I think you have to take a listen to. Your head will be thanking you. That band is Wayland named after their hometown, and are a four piece rock band from Michigan. These guys have been performing at some of the biggest summer festivals and are being played on the airwaves across the country. I am a devoted XM Sirius Octane listener and have been enjoying their new single, “Welcome to My Head” for some time now. Their EP of the same title is available on Itunes or you can get it direct from their shop on their website, and other retailers. Get your copy now so you can start enjoying pure rock and roll. If you happen to be in any of the areas for their upcoming shows; make sure to get your tickets. I am going to be hoping for a California show and will keep you updated. These guys put on a great show and you can check out some of their live shows on youtube. This [Read More]

Adler set to sail for their first live show!

August 23, 2012

Have you gotten your cabin booked yet for the Kiss Kruise?? Well, I know that if I could I would be there!! Yes, I have grown up listening to Kiss and do like their music but the number one reason for me to be there would be to see the Debut of Steven Adler’s new band; Adler. Adler was recently added to the 2nd Kiss Kruise which is set to sail October 31, 2012 – November 4, 2012 departing from Miami, FL with a destination of Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas onboard the Norwegian Pearl. This will be the first live performance of Adler and after watching their video for their first single, ‘The One that you Hated” I am sure everyone is excited to see this band. When you listen to them you can really appreciate the formation of an incredible band. You have Jacob Bunton of Lynam and Mars Electric on vocals whose voice reminds me of one of my favorite vocalists – Tommy Girvin (Tommy Girvin -Bulldozer Sessions and Eddie Money band), guitarist Lonny [Read More]

Laurie Ann Layne delivers “Local Honey”

August 15, 2012

Get ready to call her Local Honey! Independent Nashville Rocker/Blues artist Laurie Ann Layne releases her new debut single, “Local Honey” and it will have you moving and grooving right from the start. As soon as I listened to the first few seconds I was in awe of Laurie Ann’s voice. It reminds me of the first time I heard Chrissy Hynde of the Pretenders. Laurie Ann delivers a fun and flirty sound to Nashville rock with the perfect touch of blues intertwined in this song similar to early Cher. But even with these references, Laurie Ann in no way imitates; she has her own unique and powerful sound that will be taking over Nashville in no time and having everyone singing the catchy chorus. Laurie Ann will be releasing her EP later out this winter and I will keep you updated as to an official date. For the single “Local Honey” the official release date is September 4th, 2012 and it will be available for sale on Itunes and Amazon. For now you can [Read More]

Serious Bus Crash for Baroness in England

August 15, 2012

I just got word that one of the band’s that I am set to review this month was involved in a serious bus crash. Baroness is a progressive metal/rock/punk band that is from Savannah, Georgia and were recently touring in England. These guys sing, “Take My Bones Away” which has been steadily played on Octane Sirius and is from their new album; “Yellow and Green”. More on their music at a later time, now the details of the crash. It has been reported that they had been travelling from their Bristol show at the Fleece heading to South Hampton and their bus fell 30 ft from a viaduct near Bath. Emergency services were called out to Brassknocker Hill in Monkton Combe at the intersection of B3108 and A36 Westminster Road at 11:30 BST. Firefighters arrived on the scene with 7 of the 9 passengers outside the bus and they had to utilize their hydraulic cutting equipment to free the remaining 2 passengers. All nine passengers which includese driver were taken to two hospitals with [Read More]