Pop

Funk

The Benjees tear down genre walls and fills the void for fresh new music

September 1, 2015

The Benjees hail from New York City and is an upcoming new band worthy of your attention. Only formed in 2014, they are doing a superb job of capturing the attention of many. With their fusion of rock, punk, pop, funk and soul, they have torn down the genre walls and is filling the void for fresh new music. Check out their sound with their recently released video for their song, Ringer: The song is off their debut album, Alright, Alright, Alright which was released in July. You can pick it up on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/alright-alright-alright/id1011935686. Make sure to pick it up and enjoy the fun invigorating music of The Benjees. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.thebenjees.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebenjees Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebenjees Instagram: http://instagram.com/thebenjees Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/thebenjeesrock

Aftershock 2015

Our Aftershock Spotlight Band is The Pink Slips

August 27, 2015

  We are excited to announce The Pink Slips as our Aftershock Spotlight Band today. Today our music scene contains a never ending list of genres or subgenres but what we really are missing is a rekindling of our love for punk rock and synth. Imagine a young band that brings to life your love of 90’s synth pop music and wraps it deliciously in young spirited punk rock. No need to dream about it, because Pink Slips is the answer to your wishes. The LA based punk rock band, Pink Slips is fronted by 18 year old Grace McKagan. Yes, the name might sound familiar, she is the daughter of Duff McKagan (GUNS N’ ROSES/VELVET REVOLVER/WALKING PAPERS). Today is Grace McKagan’s Birthday so make sure to head on over and wish her a very Happy Birthday and get ready for them at this year’s Aftershock Festival. They have released their infectiously catchy 6 song EP, Say L’or Venus which is available on iTunes here.  Grace’s vocals remind me of a blend of Debbie Harry, Kim Wilde [Read More]

Indie

Indie Pop Artist LOREN will mesmerize you with her video for Echo

August 25, 2015

Indie Pop artist LOREN is sure to grab your attention with her ethereal captivating track Echo. Her soft vocal style is inviting and carries a depth of emotion well beyond her years of 15. Her sound is magical and envelopes you in a soft sonic cocoon of warmth. Check out her video for her track, Echo that has become my new obsession: The song is off her upcoming EP The Dare which is set for an October 16th release. You can pre-order the EP by heading over to iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-dare/id1019239835.  We will see if we can bring you an interview with this young talented musician. Make sure to visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on her latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: www.sheisloren.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/sheisloren Twitter: www.twitter.com/sheisloren Instagram: instagram.com/lorenmusic

Indie Pop

Erika Lloyd releases lyric video for her nostalgic dreamy vibe track, Turn Around

August 24, 2015

Indie Pop artist Erika Lloyd out of Brooklyn, New York has released a lyric video for her song, Turn Around. The song brings out a stellar nostalgic and dreamy vibe, all the while highlighting the emotionally driven vocals of Erika. You can feel the vulnerability and it captures a depth of raw emotion. It is a great track to check out: Turn Around is the second single off her upcoming solo debut LP, Power which is set for a September 18th. Erika comments on the song, “on the surface it sounds like a simple song about having a crush and experiencing unrequited love, but it is also about getting the public to pay attention to my music. Trying to impress the potential listeners in the same way I would try to impress a love interest.” Erika will be performing on September 19th at The Bitter End in New York, NY for her album release party. Make sure to visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on the latest news. ~ Marisol [Read More]

Interview

Interview with Tara Macri and check out her video for Prettiest Girl In The Room

August 16, 2015

Los Angeles based singer, Tara Macri released her great new video for her song, Prettiest Girl In The Room and it truly is a feel good song for a much needed pick me up. We recently had the opportunity to interview Tara and are pleased to bring that to you: Music Junkie Press: Thank you Tara for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. First we wanted to congratulate you on the great video and song, Prettiest Girl In The Room. It truly captures the emotion of how someone can change your whole perspective.   You have starred in many Broadway productions, can you tell us how you decided to forge ahead with your music? Tara Macri:  I’ve always been writing and working on my music at the same time as performing on-stage.  On my days off, I can be found in the studio and even, sometimes, I’ll hit the studio during the day before a show. If I am working in New York doing a play, I would [Read More]

Interview

Chat with Bronnie Hughes of the new up and coming band, Revolution97

August 16, 2015

We had a great time covering the Hey Violet first US headlining show at the Troubadour in Hollywood last week. You can check out our full coverage of the show here: Hey Violet Headlining show at Troubadour. It was an amazing show and fans traveled from all over to be at this very special headlining show.  We even had the chance to chat with vocalist Bronnie Hughes of the up and coming band, Revolution97. Bronnie traveled from England and she was excited to be at the show. We chatted about her band, Revolution97 which is a young new female pop rock band that we are excited to know more about! Check out our quick chat here: We look forward to following the journey of this young new band as they bring their fresh new vibrancy into the pop rock scene. You can check out their rocked up recent cover of the 5SOS song, She’s Kinda Hot and also make sure to see our recent coverage of 5SOS at Shoreline Amphitheater here: 5 Seconds of Summer at Shoreline Amphtheater [Read More]

music

Hey Violet delivers an energetic solid set for their first headlining US show at Troubadour

August 16, 2015

Hey Violet have been quite busy rocking the stages with 5 Seconds of Summer this summer for the Rock Out With Your Socks Out Tour.  The highly successful tour has taken them across Europe and is currently in the US leg of the tour.  We were excited when we learned of their plans to have their first US headlining show at the Troubadour in West Hollywood. The fans were lined up early as the line circled around the block, many of them arriving several hours before doors. Fans came from all over and we even had the chance to chat with a young new singer, Bronnie of Revolution97 who traveled from London. The youthful energy and excitement was running rampant through the crowd as they filled the Troubadour to capacity. The opening act was the very talented James TW, a soulful pop singer from London. He captured the crowd’s attention and we really enjoyed his set. He carries great emotion when he performs and along with his catchy lyrics and soulful voice, he was a definite crowd pleaser. [Read More]