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Interview with Ashley Xtina and her new EP Stability is out July 2nd!

July 1, 2014

We recently brought you a review of the fantastic new EP Stability by Ashley Xtina. You can read more from that post here. The new EP Stability is set to release tomorrow, Juy 2nd and we hope you all get a chance to pick it up. Ashley’s EP is four amazingly well written songs that are not only emotionally driven but complete capture the listener and transports them to another place. The vocal range and execution by Ashley is gratifying. Her voice can transition from powerful to vulnerable, from mysterious to sultry and so much more. We had a chance to talk with Ashley and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you Ashley for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! We have to tell you that we love your new EP Stability. Your EP highlights the honesty and realness in the music. Was it a very emotional process to record [Read More]

Ashley Xtina new EP Stability will bring harmony to your heart

June 27, 2014

I love how the simple act of listening to music can bring out a range of emotions or even bring a particular memory to surface. I love when a musician can connect so well to the listener that their words and visions intertwine with the each other. Tonight, I experienced just that when I listened to the new EP Stability by Ashley Xtina. Four amazingly well written songs that are not only emotionally driven but complete capture the listener and transports them to another place. The vocal range and execution by Ashley is gratifying. Her voice can transition from powerful to vulnerable, from mysterious to sultry and so much more. The first track So Sorry has a soothing almost ethereal intro and then you are greeted with the crisp and heartfelt lyrics of Ashley. It’s honest and raw lyrics can provide a source of comfort for so many as they can connect to the song. The piano intro on Angel creates the perfect dramatic backdrop for Ashley‘s passionate vocals. Once again tender lyrics are sung [Read More]

Catch Fifth Harmony on tour and take a peek into their tour bus!

June 25, 2014

Fifth Harmony, the American all girl group have been busy performing across the country and have many more tour dates this summer for you to catch their show. Ever wonder what it is like on one of those tour buses? Well check out the Digital Tour Bus and their Bus Invaders Episode with Fifth Harmony: Fifth Harmony currently have a new single BO$$ which is set for a July 7th release and you can pre-order the song here. Also check out the upcoming tour dates: June 25 Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica Cleveland, OH June 26 Stranahan Theatre Toledo, OH June 27 PNC Pavilion @ Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati, OH June 28 The Lawn at White River State Park Indianapolis, IN June 29 Lifestyle Communities Pavilion Columbus, OH July 16 Stanislaus County Fair Turlock, CA July 18 Orange County Fair & Exhibition Center Costa Mesa, CA July 19 Palmdale Amphitheater Palmdale, CA July 25 Freeman Coliseum San Antonio, TX July 26 NRG Arena Houston, TX July 27 Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie Grand Prairie, TX [Read More]

Icon For Hire was one of the highlights of our Warped Tour Coverage

June 23, 2014

This year Vans Warped Tour had many great bands on several stages. It truly became hard to choose where to go and who to check out. What is great is that we still have another full day of Warped Tour to check out all the bands we did miss. Saturday was the perfect day for Warped Tour, hot but not extremely blazing as it has been in the past. There were lines that went to the back of the parking lot as early as 9:30. Nobody wanted to miss out on catching all the great bands. There is one band that I have to tell you about. After running around from the main stages to the amphitheatre stages, I found myself at the Hard Rock Kevin Says Stage at 6:30. I was there just in time for the 6:35 start of Icon For Hire which I didn’t know anything about (I know, shame on me, shake your finger at me and tell me that it was very bad that I hadn’t heard of them before!!). [Read More]

Singer-Songwriter John Taglieri releases video sampler for upcoming album, Days Like These

June 20, 2014

Alternative/Pop Rock Singer-Songwriter John Taglieri is set to release his EP, Days Like These on August 19th, 2014. The EP will feature six songs and will feature special guests. “Days Like These is exactly what my life is about right now. Becoming a dad, finding a great balance in life, and being happier with my life and career than I’ve ever been.” said Taglieri. “Each song on this Ep is about life…the ups (Days Like These, Here For The Taking, Beautiful Tonight, Finish Line) and the downs (Thin Air, Toasting The Man In The Moon). Its about balance, which is key to everything in life. I think it’s a fun Ep and I had the most amazing time making it.“. Check out the video sampler here: It is definitely a great EP that has emotionally driven lyrics and John’s vocals are take you on a musical journey with each song. The track These Days is an infectious catchy tune that will have you hooked. I love the upbeat tempo of Here for the Taking and it has some great [Read More]

Pilot For a Day premiere new acoustic single, From Here to Somewhere

June 18, 2014

Pop rock band Pilot For a Day have officially announced the release date for their album, Better Air (Deluxe Edition) set for July 1st. The album will feature three exclusive acoustic tracks; “Take This Chance,” “A Little More,” and “From Somewhere to Here.” and is an extension of their debut album, Better Air. Pilot For A Day is composed of Nolan Smith (vocals, guitar), Craig Harper (drums, vocals), Brandon Rimmey (guitar), and Harry Datkowitz(bass). Formed in November 2010, the band came together in their hometown of Kansas City, KS to make hard-hitting and uplifting music. Their inspiration comes from a wide range of ideas, including living life to the fullest extent and knowing that anything you can imagine is possible. Pilot For A Day hit the studio in February 2012 with producer Marc McClusky to create 10 classic, yet modern songs that could be appreciated by anyone. Leading up to the exciting release of Better Air (Deluxe Edition), Smith explains, “We’ve put a lot of time and effort into this album and couldn’t be happier with the way it turned out. We had a lot of fun [Read More]

Check out Nine Volt Heart for some new aggressive pop punk to start your day off right!

June 17, 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. Nine Volt Heart currently has their new album, The Miracle Kids out now. You can pick up the 12 track album on their bandcamp page here. You will love it since it features a variety of tracks from the amped up pop punk anthem of the title track, The Miracle Kids to the emotionally driven song of breathe? to the kick ass track of Teenage Fantasy and everything in between. They really remind me of another young pop punk band that I fell in love with many,many years ago; Material Issue. Check out a cool video [Read More]