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Our Monster Energy Aftershock Featured Band of the Day is Weezer

July 17, 2014

Today Music Junkie Press starts our Aftershock Featured Band of the Day. Every day we will be put the spotlight on one of the many awesome bands that will be performing at California’s BEST festival Monster Energy Aftershock. The Monster Energy Aftershock Festival be held on the weekend of September 13th & 14th. Today our spotlight is on the awesome band of Weezer. I think I first fell in love with Weezer and their catchy alternative rock music back in early 90’s since the release of The Blue Album. I knew back then that they were waking up the pop and rock scene by breathing this fresh vibrant life into what was the decade of dance/electronic music and grunge. They were then what you might call today, pop punk or power pop. They had and still continue to have a vibrant charismatic sound that is synonymous with FUN. We recently caught Weezer perform at Napa’s Bottle Rock and they truly were the highlight of the day! Check out our coverage from that set here. Band Members: [Read More]

Get to know the dynamic duo of TeamMate and let their music lift you up!

July 17, 2014

When faced with the many challenges and struggles in life, you always need a teammate to be there for you and become your personal cheerleading squad. Now there is an incredible indie pop duo who do just that with their music. TeamMate was formed out from the relationship break-up of drummer Dani Buncher and singer-keyboardist Scott Simons. Both of them were passionate about music and together have created inspiring songs that take you through their life journey. We had the chance to talk with with Dani and Scott about their music and what TeamMate is working on. We are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you very much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. We have to tell you that we love your uplifting and inspiring new track, Don’t Count Me Out. Can you tell us more about the inspiration behind that song? Scott: Thanks so much! We appreciate your support and kind [Read More]

Check out our chat with Josh of Longreef and get to know more about their new song, Battle Plan

July 15, 2014

We recently told you about the amazing new single and video by Longreef called Battle Plan. The song has a great message of hope and is helping raise awareness of bullying. You can check out our original post here. Longreef released the single in conjunction with the www.friendmovement.com to help raise awareness of the issue of bullying. First off, it is a great song in itself that is inspirational and uplifting and the vocals are truly captivating. Check out the video and also make sure to download the song here: Who is Longreef? Four Australians who came to the US and quickly began touring and gaining a lot of attention for their emotionally driven rock that is quite infectious! Longreef is: Josh Barker: Singer/songwriter Nick Miller: Guitars Jim Wark: Bass Tristan Davies: Drums Get to know more about Longreef as you check out our interview with singer/songwriter Josh Barker here: * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time out to talk with [Read More]

Longreef release new single/video for Battle Plan and help raise awareness of bullying

July 10, 2014

One of the hardest stories I had to write was back in October 2012 about a young teen, Amanda Todd who gave up her battle against bullying by committing suicide. It was devastating and quite an eye opener for myself and many others to hear how prevalent and widespread bullying is for today’s youth. I applaud all the organizations that worked to get the word out and raise awareness for the cause. Today I want to focus on how rockers Longreef are helping out with a great message of hope through their music. Longreef have recently released a new single along with a video for their song, Battle Plan. The new single “Battle Plan” is released in conjunction with the www.friendmovement.com to help raise awareness of the issue of bullying. First off, it is a great song in itself that is inspirational and uplifting and the vocals are truly captivating. Check out the video and also make sure to download the song here: Who is Longreef? Four Australians who came to the US and quickly began touring and [Read More]

Download the new EP, Lifebloods for FREE by Paper Tigers for some fresh new alternative rock!

July 10, 2014

Hailing from Staffordshire, UK is the exceptional five piece band of Paper Tigers. They are delivering a fresh new sound of alternative rock/pop that is quite deserving of your attention. They have recently released their second record, Lifebloods which is a follow up to their critically acclaimed debut EP ”Safe In Words”. Lifebloods will soon be the soundtrack of your summer with songs that are emotionally driven, rich in layers and passionate vocals. Paper Tigers is: Jim Carter – Vocals Sam Bloor – Bass Damon Brough – Guitar Jack Seymour – Guitar Laurence Cooper – Drums The EP starts right off with the dramatic almost Coldplay style intro of Majestic Twelve and takes you on an alternative dreamy dance style song that you will find yourself moving to and nodding in agreement. The vocals are inviting and take you from sultry to passionate and has a great tempo build up. Haunts is a great track that intertwines mysterious tones into it’s catchy uptempo pop/alternative rock track. This just might be my favorite song as the vocals really captivate [Read More]

Homemade Crazy premiere new song, Only a Memory from their forthcoming album Synergy

July 9, 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. Homemade Crazy‘s debut album begins with the first single, “Only a Memory.“ With soaring vocals, the track [Read More]

Get to know Nine Volt Heart and fall in love with their aggressive pop punk!

July 5, 2014

I have a great band to tell you about for some energetic aggressive pop punk that will get you pumped up and ready to start your day off right. I am talking about Nine Volt Heart from the UK. Nine Volt Heart is Mikey Lord on vocals/guitar, Paul Norfolk on guitar, Ed Truby on bass and Alex Sheldon on drums. These four bring together a fresh new take on punk infused with some melodic pop rock styles. The perfect combo to get you moving. We had the opportunity to interview Nine Volt Heart and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: We are excited about the release of your album The Miracle Kids. This album brings a lot of great energy out and a great dose of pop and punk! What was the inspiration behind this album? Mikey: Cheers! The album is built around a lot of stories I had, all set in this world where a nuclear apocalypse had taken place [Read More]