rock

Concerts

Joe Perry returns to the stage as The Hollywood Vampires ROCK Rohnert Park with a sensational set!

July 23, 2016

We are excited to share with you the wonderful news that guitarist extraordinaire Joe Perry returned to the stage last night with the Hollywood Vampires. The venue Weill Hall Green Music Center in Rohnert Park in Rohnert Park was packed as everyone awaited the arrival of the Hollywood Vampires.  It is a beautiful venue on the grounds of Sonoma State University that not only houses an indoor venue but the show is enjoyed by thousands who are enjoying the concert at tables on one of the grassy terraces, or on their own blankets or folding chairs on the lawn. The show kicked off with a short entertaining video introduction that highlights the musicians that they are playing tribute to and the crowd went wild as they went right into performing their song, Raise the Dead. The strong set included excellent covers from so many bands, The Who, David Bowie, the Doors, Spirit, T Rex, Aerosmith and many more.  They were incredible since the Hollywood Vampires truly take the song and really just infuse it with even more [Read More]

Indie

Track by Track of Stone Cold Fox EP Tunnel Vision and catch them out on tour

July 20, 2016

Indie rockers from New York, Stone Cold Fox are gearing up to head out on the road for a small tour in August. The tour is in support of their EP, Tunnel Vision which was released earlier this year. Tunnel Vision delivers five songs that walk the balance of rock and pop complete with the raw honest emotion and indie passion. Check out a track by track of their EP: Contagion was actually written towards the end of our last LP Memory Palace. At first we tried it as a straight rock song, but it wasn’t right, than we tried it as a chill wave song, but that didn’t feel like us, we couldn’t really figure out the right vibe for it. Instead of rushing it and putting it on the album, we decided to just keep working on it, and as we wrote other songs, later to become Tunnel Vision EP, it started to really started to take form. In a lot of ways the song is really about the process and feeling so [Read More]

Alternative

Catch Toad the Wet Sprocket in San Francisco this Saturday as the celebrate 25 years of “Fear” album

July 20, 2016

This Saturday, July 23rd, you will be able to catch Toad the Wet Sprocket perform at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco. Toad are currently out on tour in celebration of the 25th anniversary of their “Fear” album, one of my favorites. Toad’s music has been the soundtrack to my life, it has been there for my ups and my downs. Their songs have always been for me; some of the most raw, honest, emotionally driven music.  I have been a longtime Toad fan and have even had their song, “I Will Not Take These Things for Granted” played at my wedding. I have met many fans who also expressed their continuous love for their music and have been ecstatic to catch them out on this very special tour. Tickets can be purchased for the show by heading over to http://thefillmore.com/event/toad-the-wet-sprocket-with-rusted-root/. The show will also feature Rusted Root and Luke Wade. You can also check out Gutter Swan upstairs in the Poster Room. The tour continues across the country and there is also an incredible VIP Experience which [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Temple of the Dog reunite announce dates for the first ever Temple of the Dog Tour!

July 20, 2016

HUGE NEWS! This will probably be the one concert that I have waited a couple decades to ever see. Temple of the Dog have reunited and have announced tour dates for their first ever tour. The Seattle supergroup which features Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell, Pearl Jam’s Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, and Mike McCready, and drummer Matt Cameron(who plays drums with both Soundgarden and Pearl Jam) will be heading out on tour. We are excited to see that they will be coming to San Francisco. Tickets will be going on sale July 29th and the tour will be heading to five cities, Philadelphia, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle, in November. Check out the following video:   Also their self-titled album will be reissued on September 30th and you can pre-order it now by heading over to: https://templeofthedogshop.com/. This album is one of my favorites and truly was the soundtrack to many years of my life. So make sure to pick up your tickets on July 29th and get ready for Temple of the Dog! A special [Read More]

Alternative Rock

Detroit rockers Citizen Zero premiere new song, What a Feeling

July 20, 2016

I have a great song for you to tackle the middle of the work week. How about the new track, What a Feeling from Detroit rockers Citizen Zero? The track features a mesmerizing guitar, catchy chorus, and captivating vocals that will take you on a rock n roll ride with grunge bumps and alternative turns. What a Feeling is off their debut album, State of Mind which is set for an August 12th release on Wind Up Records. Check out the new track here: [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/274297154″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /] Ahead of their album release, they will be setting out on the road for a string of dates. We are hoping they add a Northern California date or we may try and catch them at the Whisky a GoGo on August 26th. 8/3 ASBURY PARK, NJ – House of Independents8/4 NEW YORK,  NY – American Beauty8/6 CAMP HILL, PA – Gulliftys8/7 SHARON PA – Quaker Steak and Lube8/9 INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Deluxe at Old National 8/10 PONTIAC, MI – Crofoot8/11 FT.WAYNE IN – The Rusty Spur8/12 GREEN [Read More]

rock

Yes is set to kick off their summer tour, The Album Series, on July 25th and Alan White issues health update

July 19, 2016

Next Monday, July 25th, YES will be kicking off their 2016 Summer Tour, “The Album Series Drama + Topographic 1 & 4.” The 28-dateouting will feature the 1980 album DRAMA performed in its entirety, for the first time ever, and sides one and four of 1973’s double album TALES FROM TOPOGRAPHIC OCEANS, plus a selection of their greatest hits. Check out the news below: The trek will proceed as originally announced in light of the health update issued yesterday (7/18) from drummer Alan White, who recently underwent a successful surgery to repair an injured disc in his lower back. As White noted in a letter penned to the fans on www.yesworld.com, with rest and physical therapy, he will be rejoining the band as soon as physically possible. “I’m eager to be on the road with the band, but also need to ensure my recovery is complete before doing so.” Until then, White’s good friendJay Schellen will sit in and perform with YES. “Please welcome him to our YES family; he’s doing a great service by stepping [Read More]

rock

Murder FM set to perform at Cruefest 2016 in Hollywood on July 30th.

July 19, 2016

  Murder FM are set to perform at this year’s Cruefest Hollywood, held on July 30th at Whisky a GoGo. They also have a couple shows in Texas. Shows are below: Their album Happily NeverAfter is available and in stores and online via Famous Records Global/ Sony Red. Check out their video for their song, Last Breath: Murder F.M. are: Norman”The Gnar” Matthew – Vocals,Guitar,Programming J6 – Bass,Backing Vocals Matt X3r0 – Guitar,Backing Vocals Jason “Shakes” West – Drums In case you missed it, check out our quick chat with Norman from NAMM earlier this year: You can pick up their Happy Neverafter CD and some cool merch by heading over to their site here: http://murderfmmusic.com.   Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://murderfmmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Murder-FM-Official-339855065055 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderFM