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Battlecross releases new single, “Force Fed Lies” and album artwork and title

May 29, 2013

Time to heavy it up with some new Battlecross! Coming from Detroit, MI, Battlecross just released today their title and art work for their upcoming new album. War of Will is set to release on July 9th which was co-produced at Audio Hammer Studios and is on Metal Blade Records. What is even better is that also released their first single of the album, “Force Fed Lies” which will have you fist pumping and head banging without hesitation in the first few seconds. They definitely will please the ears of classic heavy metal as well as the new heavy metal sub-genres. It will leave you with wanting more and counting down the days until July 9th. While you are waiting you can put in your Pre-Order for the CD as well as take a look at the great bundle packages they have that might include t-shirt, poster, wristband, beer mugs and more. Take a look and order today here. Take a listen for yourself right here: Battlecross has an extensive list of upcoming shows this summer [Read More]

Black Veil Brides release new Lyric video for “Revelation”

May 28, 2013

Revelation This morning at 10 am PST, Youtube was the place to be and they are continuing to get a whirlwind of traffic. Why? Of course, because thousands of fans all over went there to listen and watch the Lyric video for Black Veil Brides, new song ‘Revelation”. Lead Singer Andy Biersack explained a bit about the song on his Instagram post: “Tomorrow the official lyric video for “Revelation” will be released. When writing this song it was originally meant as a sort of “sequel” to “Fallen Angels” however due to time constraints in the process of making the last record we were never able to complete it, but now it’s ready and we can’t wait for you all to hear it and sing along!” You can watch it here: I checked it out and the views skyrocketed in the first minute, and the likes went climbing to over 2,000+ in the first hour! I think it was great and I really liked that it was filmed at one of my favorite places on the [Read More]

Surrender the Fall’s Jared Cole talks with Music Junkie Press

May 22, 2013

Let me tell you about a band that I have been listening to lately and DAMN THEY ROCK! They are Surrender the Fall from Memphis and they have a new album out that you are going to have to check out! Their debut album “Burn in the Spotlight” is now out on RUM BUM Records and is really having everyone take notice of these guys! From start to finish, they deliver energy driven songs that are emotionally charged and engage you from the first note. We had the chance to talk with singer, Jared Cole before he headed out to play at last week’s Dysfunctional Family BBQ Festival in New York. We are happy to share with you that interview: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much Jared for talking with us here at Music Junkie Press where those who are addicted to music, get their fix! Now let’s talk about Surrender the Fall. What are you guys currently up to? [Read More]

Interview with Sam Hughes of The Sammus Theory

April 28, 2013

These past couple of days I have found myself listening to the new album by The Sammus Theory, “Entitled Anonymous”. On April 23rd, they released their third album and it is by no surprise outstanding. This album really delivers strong hooks, heavy power and is filled with their passion to rock. The Sammus Theory is Sam Hughes on Vocals, Kyle Welnel on rhythm guitar, Jeremy Tabor on lead guitar, Brent Gilliland on bass and Marshall Harrod on drums. Together they create the powerhouse rock that will have you engaged from the first song to the last. I will get you a full review of this CD soon but for now I wanted to share an interview we recently had with Sam Hughes. You can check it out here: Head over to their website where you can get your own copy of “Entitled Anonymous”. You can get your digital copy, physical copy or my preferred: BOTH! Tell me which are some of your favorite songs. So far, I really love, “Scarlet Letter Devil”, “Entitled Anonymous” and [Read More]

Matt Nathanson rings the “Mission Bells” with his new song

March 11, 2013

How about a sneak peek at what our local star, Matt Nathanson has in store for us on his new album? Matt has been feverishly working on his new album which will be out this summer. I can’t wait for them to do some shows and hit the road. I have been getting my MATT withdrawals and they aren’t pretty, believe me! I need to get to one of his shows soon to keep my sanity at a a bare minimum. Today Matt debuted his lyric video for his new song, “Mission Bells”. I love this video since so many places are so familiar and to see Matt having fun in the studio is another bonus. This song also has one of my favorite lyric lines… “”I’m the end of the Hitchcock Movie, A little dark and a lot Confusing”… I LOVE THAT!! Matt does it again with his catchy lyrics and smooth vocals. Also Matt will be at SXSW 2013 and you can catch the dates on his website. So now go enjoy the new [Read More]

While She Waits heals with their song “Face Behind the Gates”

March 11, 2013

Music. Music is so many things to me. Music inspires me. Music energizes me. Music heals me. Music touches me. So many times in my life, whether they were good or bad, I can always remember that Music was right there to be part of it and to be my cheering section or my support team. My true friend has always been Music. I am so grateful to have Music in my life. Today I wanted to share with you a special time in my life and how music again, is there for me. I had the opportunity to listen to a new song by one of my favorite new bands, “While She Waits“. The song is “Face Behind the Gates”. I listened to it and was truly mesmerized by it. It brought me to a special place and to remember a special person. It was even more eerie because after I listened to it, I reread the post about the song and how it was written by the singer James Ryan Cole and was [Read More]

Adler announces “Back from the Dead” 2013 Tour Dates!

February 21, 2013

Adler has just announced their tour dates for their upcoming “Back from the Dead 2013 Tour” today. I am so excited to see them and was so stoked to see that they will be playing at one of my favorite places, The Whiskey A Go Go on May 31st, 2013. I just got our tickets and can’t wait for the show. But now you have to take a look at the great list of tour dates and find out which show you are going to be heading out to. This is one show that has to be on your MUST SEE list for 2013! ADLER is comprised of Steven Adler, frontman Jacob Bunton(LYNAM, MARS ELECTRIC), guitarist Lonny Paul (ADLER’S APPETITE), and bassist Johnny Martin (CHELSEA SMILES). These guys together form the perfect Rock and Roll sound that you have been craving! Adler’s debut album “Back From The Dead” was released November 26th and has been getting some great airplay on Octane with “Good to be Bad” and “The One that I Hated”. The album is just filled with some great rock and roll that just [Read More]