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STYX back in the spotlight with their sixteenth studio album, The Mission (first in 14 years!) and it ROCKS!

June 16, 2017

STYX continue to provide the kick ass rock n roll for the soundtrack of my life. They have just released their 16th Studio album, THE MISSION and it ROCKS! The album is the first studio album in 14 years and is released on the band’s label, Alpha Dog 2T/UMe. It is an album that will have longtime STYX fans in awe and is garnering high praise from new fans. It’s bridging the generation gap by delivering an engaging, full bodied rock/progressive rock album that will please fans of all ages. Check out the first single, Gone, Gone, Gone: About THE MISSION: THE MISSION–which was recorded over a two-year period at Blackbird Studios, The Shop, and 6 Studio Amontillado in Nashville–displays the best aspects of the ongoing in-harmony musical intersection of the six-man STYX team: the aforementioned guitarist/vocalist Tommy Shaw, co-founding guitarist/vocalist James “JY” Young, keyboardist/vocalist Lawrence Gowan, original bassist Chuck Panozzo, drummer/percussionist Todd Sucherman, and bassist Ricky Phillips. The new music was created to reflect the viewpoint of the six-person crew enlisted for the [Read More]

Motograter announce details on upcoming album ‘Desolation’ release

June 13, 2017

Motograter have shared some great news about their upcoming album, Desolation. The new album is set for an August 11th release via EMP Label Group. This 11 track album is sure to get you pumped up and is well worth the wait. Check out the news below: FINALLY, we are excited to announce the final street date for the new Motograter album DESOLATION, which will hit the streets, digital and retail, August 11th, (with an LP release to follow) and pre-orders should all be shipping out by early July! Mark it on your calendars!! Thanks to everyone for their patience!! There is still time to pre-order direct from empmerch.com! On August 11th, 2017 EMP Label Group will release ‘Desolation’, Motograter’s highly-anticipated sophomore album, produced by Ahrue Luster (Ill Nino/Ex-Machine Head) and mixed by Joshua Wickman (Within the Ruins, KING 810). The album was engineered by Luster, Wickman, and Jon Berrier, and recorded at Illustrious Productions, Dreadcore Productions, and BlackPlate Productions. Art for DESOLATION was created by Mister-Sam Shearon, who has created covers for comic books [Read More]

Paul Johnson and The About Last Nights new EP “Give Up The Ghost” is a must have!

June 12, 2017

Our latest Spotlight Band is none other than Paul Johnson and the About Last Nights. These Hattiesburg, Mississippi-based Power Pop / Alternative Rockers have released their new EP, Give Up The Ghost in May and it is a must have! Their music brings to life the “power” of power pop in a big way, reeling with infectious riffs, high energy rock, emotionally driven lyrics and addictive melodies. Their EP kicks off with Underachiever and is surely a misnomer for their musical skills! It has you singing along in no time and enjoying the straight up feel good rock music. Burn It Down is the first single of the album and is the perfect introduction for new fans to get hooked on their music. Paul Johnson comments about the track, “Really, it’s adolescence. Being young, bored and hopeful that one day things will be whatever we make it, but right now is all that matters. Looking back as adults, we sometimes see that maybe those were the best times of our lives. Getting through those years [Read More]

Interview with Shatterproof and catch them out on Best Summer Ever Tour

June 8, 2017

We recently brought you coverage from the Best Summer Ever Tour as it stopped in San Francisco which included great sets by Never Let This Go and Shatterproof. We had the chance to chat with Shatterproof after their set at the Bottom of the Hill. Check out our interview with them here: One thing is certain, they blew us away with their set. We were excited to catch them perform since they recently signed to Revival Recordings and were impressed by our first listen. They exceeded our expectations and have us a set that had us begging for more. Their live performance was stellar as they blended everything from rock, alternative, pop punk, gypsy rock, post-core, classical and so much more. Their violin based alternative rock will grab a hold of you and it is their live performance that has you in for for the long haul. This is one band you must see! In case you missed them, check out some photos of their set by our Rockin Ryan: If you want to kick [Read More]

Monster Energy Aftershock announces lineup with Ozzy Osbourne, Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle, Marilyn Manson & More!

June 6, 2017

NINE INCH NAILS, OZZY OSBOURNE FEATURING ZAKK WYLDE, A PERFECT CIRCLE, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, RUN THE JEWELS, STONE SOUR, MARILYN MANSON, AND MASTODON LEAD BILL FOR CALIFORNIA’S BIGGEST ROCK FESTIVAL Are you ready for the lineup? YES! We are! Monster Energy Aftershock returns to Sacramento October 21-22nd at Discovery Park. Check out the incredible lineup announcement below: The highly-anticipated music lineup has been announced for Monster Energy Aftershock–California’s biggest rock festival–Saturday,October 21 and Sunday, October 22 at Discovery Park, near downtown Sacramento, CA. Nine Inch Nails, Ozzy Osbourne featuring Zakk Wylde, A Perfect Circle, Five Finger Death Punch, Run The Jewels, Stone Sour, Marilyn Manson, and Mastodon top a bill of more than 35 artists performing on three stages. Tickets for Monster Energy Aftershock go on sale Friday, June 9 at Noon PT (see below for details). Maynard James Keenan says, “I’m delighted to be completing my musical trifecta by returning to the Aftershock festival with A Perfect Circle. Join us for a celebratory glass or three at the Caduceus [Read More]

Best Summer Ever Tour makes a stop in San Francisco with Shatterproof and Never Let This Go

June 5, 2017

OK San Francisco, it is time we have a little talk about live music… I know many of you might have been celebrating the Golden State Warriors Game 2 win, but you still had a chance to get out and enjoy a GREAT night of music. The Best Summer Ever Tour made a stop in San Francisco at the Bottom of the Hill and it was definitely a concert you shouldn’t have missed. The tour features Never Let This Go and Shatterproof along with local opener The Archer. The Archer kicked off the night with a high energy grungy rock set. They are a very new band and you wouldn’t have guessed it was only their fifth or so show. They are off to a great start and we look forward to catching them at their upcoming shows. Next up was a kick ass set by Shatterproof. We were excited to catch them perform since they recently signed to Revival Recordings and were impressed by our first listen. They topped our impressions and blew us away even [Read More]

Doll Skin announce summer tour with labelmates Next to None after Warped Tour shows

June 5, 2017

Pop Punk all female band Doll Skin have announced tour dates with label mates Next To None this summer. Prior to their headlining run, Doll Skin joins the lineup of the 2017 VANS WARPED TOUR from June 16-25, appearing on the “Hard Rock” Stage alongside Metal and Punk Icons including The Dickies, Municipal Waste, Strung Out, The Adolescents, The Ataris, TSOL, (and their previous Otep tour-mates FIRE FROM THE GODS) and more, while Next to None heads to Europe in June support Mike Portnoy’s SHATTERED FORTRESS . Doll Skin will release their upcoming sophomore LP MANIC PIXIE DREAM GIRL, June 16th via EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED. You can check out “Shut Up (You Miss Me)” the first single from Manic Pixie… In case you missed it, check out our interview with them: Need more Doll Skin? Check out the photos from their last tour by our Rockin Ryan: Make sure to visit their social media sites so you can stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/dollskinband Website: www.dollskinband.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/DollSkinBand