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Heaven Below releases preview of new single, “The Needle Lies Again”

July 10, 2013

It is time to get ready for some new music by Heavens Below. These guys have been delivering nonstop rock and roll and some of the most entertaining videos in the industry. Well, they have just finished their latest CD, “The Deadlight Sessions” which will be set for release in August/early September. They have released their first single, “The Needle Lies Again” for preview. So I can tell you that this new song is just incredible, from vocals to lyrics to guitar to everything. You are just engaged with this song. We asked Patrick Kennison, lead singer/guitarist of Heaven Below about this song and had this to say: “The song has an interesting story behind it. When I played the Ozzfest in my last band I made friends w/ several people in the other bands. One guy in particular was very cool & fun to talk to offstage. The ironic part is that his band was so over the top & brutal onstage. When I got the news that he had passed on May 24th 2010 [Read More]

An Interview with Tommy Girvin – talented musician/songwriter who is inspiring children musically

July 9, 2013

Today we bring you an interview with a very talented and busy musician, Tommy Girvin. You might know Tommy from his 25+ year history as lead guitarist for Eddie Money. Tommy has been know for his blazing guitar work for Eddie. Many don’t know about Mr. Tommy who shares his love for music with children, his work in Signature Solos or his solo music career as well. We are pleased to bring you our in depth interview with Tommy Girvin: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you Tommy for taking the time to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! You have been quite a busy guy playing and touring with Eddie Money for the past (25+? Correct) years. In addition, you seemed to have find the time with a new app Signature Solos which we will talk about later as well as your latest launch of the Mr. Tommy’s Mobile Music Bus. Wow!, we have so much to talk about here but let’s first [Read More]

Midnight Cinema new EP will have you Holding your Breath!

July 9, 2013

So guess what just came out? If you had your calendars marked right as I told you, you would be listening along with me to the new Midnight Cinema EP. If not, let me tell you about this great new EP by Midnight Cinema which is composed of members of the highly successful band, Thriving Ivory. As I told you before… It is not as much a reincarnation but more of an evolution of their creative talents. Clayton Stroope will have you again, magically transported as his vocals take you on an emotional journey that truly touches your soul. Drew Cribley’s melodic guitar playing will heightens your senses and Paul Niedermier brings it all together on drums. Midnight Cinema is truly harmonious symmetry at its finest. You start off “Crazy Beautiful” that just brings the energy driven emotional vocals to life. You can’t help but start right at the beginning with yourself moving and ready to inhale more of the beauty that Midnight Cinema brings. Next, they bring you their hit that I told you [Read More]

Time for you to get to know Marshal Dutton

July 8, 2013

Last week I had told you about the news from Hinder and how lead singer, Austin Winkler was temporarily leaving the tour. You can read more of that post here. Stepping in for him was singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer Marshal Dutton. I had received many emails and messages asking for me about Marshal. I know about Marshal from his role in Drankmore with Jarrod Denton and if you haven’t check them out, you should at http://facebook.com/drankmoremusic. So I was excited to see Marshal coming in and helping the boys in Hinder out. I wanted to also let you all get to know more about Marshal Dutton, so here is our interview: * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: We understand that you have been filling in for Austin Winkler as he temporarily leaves the tour. We have heard you have been rocking the shows for Hinder and keep up the great work. We wanted everyone to get to know more about you. How has it been going for you? [Read More]

Interview with Gaz Harris of Wrathchild

July 3, 2013

The ” Godfathers of Glam Metal” Wrathchild has been dishing up KICK ASS Rock n Roll for almost 35 years but nothing has slowed these guys down. In fact, you could say that their energy level has not only stayed as constant but even intensified. They are truly one of the most amazing bands to see live. I unfortunately, have not had the opportunity but with them working on a new album, we may just get them to come to the States and show everyone how its done. We were able to interview Gaz Harris, lead singer of the band and we are happy to share it with you here: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for giving us the time for an interview! We love Wrathchild out here and are so glad to share with our readers what is new with you guys. Gaz Harris: Thank you for having us. Yes a lot as been happening in Wrathchild over the last [Read More]

Hinder continues on as Austin Winkler leaves the tour to recover

July 3, 2013

Breaking News: Earlier this week Hinder had to cancel their Denver show due to illness and today a new report is in. It was reported on Hinder’s Facebook page a little while ago that Austin Winkler, the lead singer is temporary leaving the tour for personal reasons. Don’t worry if you have tickets for the upcoming shows because instead of cancelling, the show will go on with some surprises guests to help them out. I really commend the boys in the band to continue on and play the tour out. I have had so many recent experiences where there were last minute cancellations due to member line up changes, etc. So make sure to show them your support and get ready to party at these shows. Also let’s all please send Austin our thoughts and prayers for whatever he is dealing with and let him know we are all behind him!! We truly pray that it is nothing serious and that he will be back stronger and ready to ROCK! Here is the post: “Hey [Read More]

The Biters will have you screaming for MORE!!

July 2, 2013

There comes a time when you first hear a band and you literally are taken aback with their sound. You just crank it up louder and louder and push replay and repeat just so you can make sure you are hearing what you are hearing. YOU ARE INSTANTLY IN LOVE! I can’t help but describe it ,except as complete ear porn. Well, tonight that has happened for me…. My son asked me earlier to check out a band for him. I put it off since I was working and then just as I was about to go to bed, I saw the note scribbled by him…. ‘Check out BITERS – love Hallucination Generation” So I did decided to look them up. I decided to put on the song he recommended, “Hallucination Generation” and it was like I was sucked back into my youth. I was enjoying everything from Ramones, Cheap Trick Sex Pistols, old style Bowie. I was LOVING this. I was sure my son had it wrong and this had to be some old [Read More]