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Most anticipated CD Release, Sway by Blue October

July 25, 2013

With less than a month away, I am having a hard time containing my excitement for what is my most anticipated album release. Their seventh studio album “Sway” by Blue October is set to release on August 20th and it is definitely one I have been anxiously waiting for. I have been a long time lover of Blue October and their emotionally driven music that truly has a life of its own. Their music has been there for me in my darkest times as well as my most celebrated moments. They are like that true friend that is always there for you; whether it is to ride out the storms or admire the beauty of the rainbows. You can’t call us fans of their music, because once you fall in love with their music, you become a family. I can’t tell you how many times I have heard from people about how Blue October changed their lives, helped them through their deepest struggles, kept them going and inspired them to be a better person. I [Read More]

Fight or Flight’s new release “A Life by Design?” is one not to miss!

July 22, 2013

Another awesome side project from Disturbed! With Disturbed being on hiatus for the past two years, David Draiman has had great success with his side project of Device and John Moyer going on to play with Adrenaline Mob. This time it is the work of Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan and Disturbed drummer Mike Wengren and they are called Fight or Flight. The band also features vocals from one of my favorite band, Dan Chandler of Evans Blue and Ra’s bassist, Sean Corcoran and completing the band is Jeremy Jayson on rhythm guitar and backing vocals. Together they create the powerful hard rock that is brimming with talent. Their debut record, “A Life by Design?” is set to release tomorrow, July 23rd so get ready to pick it up or download it. Their first single off of it, “First of the Last” is a kick ass song that has been getting some great airplay and this week was No. 7 on Octane’s Big Uns Countdown. Another song I am looking forward to you hearing is their [Read More]

Interview with Modern Day Renaissance Man… JINXX of Black Veil Brides

July 12, 2013

For years, the Baroque period of music has influenced many rock musicians as they brought out intense emotions through their music. During the ’80s, several rock acts also brought forth their ability to play classical music into their own style. From Richie Blackmore to Yngwie Malmsteen they brought a new life to rock. Some heavy metal musicians would take inspiration of the loud, dramatic tones that would come from Bach, Vivaldi, Beethoven and Paganini. Today you even have sub genres of music that completely encompass these sounds, ranging from symphonic rock, baroque pop, rock opera, etc. What I truly enjoy is when a rock/metal band infuses their own sound with these classical influences without overpowering or completely altering their sound. For me, one of the most successful bands that has achieved this today is Black Veil Brides. Not only do they deliver incredible music that is filled with emotionally driven lyrics, but has classical compositions interwoven through their songs. Their most recent album, Wretched and Divine, The Story of the Wild Ones captures this essence with their [Read More]

An old friend with a new name, get to know Like Monroe

July 3, 2013

I wanted to tell you about a great band that I have been enjoying, A Candle Lit City but they have recently announced a name change due to member changes and new music. So I would like to introduce you to an old friend A Candle Lit City which is now under the name Like Monroe. Coming from Houston, Texas they are delivering alternative rock with a metal edge. We recently interviewed lead vocalist Ty Johnson: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. With the new name, will we be seeing a new album and if so, when might that be? Ty Johnson: Yes, we currently have a few songs ready and as for a release date for the new album it’ll most likely be early Fall. Music Junkie Press: We are very excited about the new album and can’t wait for it! Can you remember what was the first concert you ever [Read More]

Black Veil Brides to tour with Bullet for My Valentine – Monster Energy Outbreak Tour

June 24, 2013

Black Veil Brides has just announced that they will be touring with Bullet for My Valentine for the upcoming Monster Energy Outbreak & HardDrive Tour. It was announced this morning with a posting by Black Veil Brides with the dates and a quote from Andy Biersack, – ‘This is hands down going to be one of our best tours ever!” I have been waiting for Bullet for My Valentine to announce their tour and now the news is out. Tickets will go on sale this Friday. So far the following dates for the tour have been announced… Don’t worry they are still adding dates to this tour. Sept 28 – Los Angeles, CA – Club Nokia Oct 1 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theatre Oct 2 – Seattle, WA – Showbox Sodo Oct 3 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory Oct 8 – Fargo, ND – The Venue Oct 10 – Madison, WI – Orpheum Oct 15 – Columbus, OH – LC Pavilion Oct 20 – Poughkeepsie, NY – Mid Hudson Civic Center Oct 24 [Read More]

Get to know Justin Emord of Love and a .38

March 5, 2013

I have been enjoying the new song “Just a Woman” by one of my favorite bands, Love and a .38. I know I have told you about them several times before (featured as one of our 12 Days of Rock Christmas) and I hope by now, you all have added their music to your playlists especially “Rock ‘n Lola” and “Lovely Lies”. These rockers are some of the hardest working guys in the business that are on a mission to deliver that much needed rock sound that we have all been missing and craving! They are not only working on their new album, but have been kicking ass performing shows in LA as well as heading out to SXSW later this week. Before they head out to their next show, we were able to catch up with their incredibly talented, high energy bassist Justin Emord. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thanks Justin for taking time out with us at Music Junkie Press. We [Read More]

Get Ready…. Sunset Riot is coming to ROCK the USA

March 1, 2013

Rocklahoma 2013 Band Feature The next band I am featuring from the Rocklahoma 2013 lineup is a band that my son Rockin Ryan told me about, sort of. He was actually keeping this band a secret for a while teasing me with the incredible rock sound that they bring. I would hear bits of songs that he would be playing in the garage and would have to ask over and over who they were. They just reminded me of my fun times on the Sunset Strip in the 80’s and I wanted to know if they were a new or an old band that I had missed. Then it happened, he left his headphones down for a second and I grabbed them and savored what I was hearing. It was truly like ear porn! I was in heaven as I could hear classic 80’s style shredding riffs, catchy melody and the vocals… let me tell you about the vocals. I swear it was like hearing a young crisp David Lee Roth. I looked down at [Read More]