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Interview with John 5 and don’t miss him out on the Mad Monster Tour 2015

October 6, 2015

We have been so excited for the upcoming Mad Monster Tour featuring John 5 and DOYLE. This will definitely be one tour you can’t miss! John 5 will be touring in support of his upcoming greatest hits album. The album will include a live DVD featuring footage of John in concert. John has also been nominated for Artist of the Year through Vintage Guitar. We are so excited and have been voting for him. You can also head over and vote here: www.vintageguitar.com/readers-choice. The deadline to vote is November 12, and everyone who votes becomes eligible to win a Magnatone Varsity Reverb combo worth $2,099! We had the chance to chat with John 5 recently as he gears up for his tour. He even donated a pair of tickets to his upcoming concert for our raffle to benefit the victims of the recent Valley Fire at our Valley Fire Benefit Concert. We apprecate John’s generosity and the winners are so excited for the show at the DNA Lounge. Here is our interview with John 5:   [Read More]

Entertainment

John 5 and Doyle team up for the Mad Monster Tour 2015

September 10, 2015

  Well, I have a tour for you this fall that you are not going to want to miss! John 5 is teaming up with DOYLE for their Mad Monster Tour 2015! The Mad Monster Tour will be in support of John 5’s upcoming greatest hits album. The album will include a live DVD featuring footage of John in concert. John will also be releasing three brand new singles beginning in October. We caught John5 earlier this year when he played to a sold out packed house at the DNA Lounge. It was a phenomenal night and you can check out our full coverage here: John 5 at DNA Lounge.  We are glad to see DOYLE on this tour as we have been waiting for his return! They have full list of tour dates for their ABOMINATOR TOUR which includes VIP Meet and Greet Packages available. Full details can be found by visiting www.OfficialDoyle.com/Store. Check the tour dates below and get yourself to a show. This will be one amazing adrenaline fueled tour that will leave a searing [Read More]

Band

Interview with Michael of Sunflower Dead as they gear up for their new album release

September 9, 2015

We are very excited for the upcoming release It’s Time To Get Weird from the infectious rockers, Sunflower Dead. They are set to release their sophomore album on October 30th through their own label, Bloody Bat Records. The album was produced by Dave Fortman (Evanescence, Godsmack, Slipknot) and Mikey Doling (Gemini Syndrome) and consists of 12 new tracks. The title track features KORN’s Jonathan Davis on vocals. We first came across Sunflower Dead when they opened up for (hed) P.E. and SOiL  on the Born To Ride 2 Tour in SF at the DNA Lounge. They immediately caught our attention as they put on a  great show. We have been following them ever since and they recently returned from a successful 22 date European tour with Snot and a couple dates supporting KORN. We had the chance to talk with frontman, Michael about the upcoming album release and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: Sunflower Dead is: Michael – vocals, piano, accordion Jaboo – lead guitar Jamie Teissiere – guitar “Lats” – bass [Read More]

'80s Rock

Tony Harnell joins Skid Row as Johnny Solinger announces departure

April 6, 2015

Skid Row have released a press release announcing Tony Harnell as the new vocalist as Johnny Solinger announces his departure. We wish Johnny the best in his future endeavors and we can’t wait to catch Tony Harnell perform with Skid Row when they head out on tour. These are all such great musicians and look forward to the future for all. Check out the statement from Skid Row on their website: New York, NY – After 14 years of touring and 4 releases, SKID ROW and singer Johnny Solinger have parted ways.  Founding member Snake Sabo said, “We had a lot of great times together and created a lot of great music. We wish him nothing but the best.”  “Sometimes things just end. People go in different directions and grow apart and you have to make a decision. He will always be our brother” adds co-founder Rachel Bolan.  The vacancy for a new front man has been filled by powerhouse vocalist Tony Harnell. This news comes hot of the heels of his departure from Norway [Read More]

Concerts

Photo Gallery of Metal band Lorna Shore from their SF show.

March 21, 2015

  New Jersey Heavy Metal band Lorna Shore made a stop in San Francisco as they are out on an extensive North American Winter Tour with Fallujah. They recently took over the DNA Lounge. Photographer Brian Kirksey was in attendance to capture it all. Check out a photo gallery from the night: Lorna Shore is: Tom Barber- Vocals Adam De Micco- Guitar Connor Deffley- Guitar Gary Herrera- Bass Austin Archey- Drums Lorna Shore have been busy doing shows in Texas and also recently worked on a new music video. Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LornaShore Twitter: https://twitter.com/LornaShore Merch: http://www.indiemerch.com/lornashore Photo Credit: Brian Kirksey – http://www.briankirkseyphoto.com/

Concerts

Photo Gallery of Fallujah at hometown SF Show

March 20, 2015

San Francisco Bay Area metal band Fallujah is currently out on an extensive North American Winter Tour. They recently made a stop in their hometown of San Francisco and took over the DNA Lounge. Photographer Brian Kirksey was in attendance to capture it all. Check out a photo gallery from the night: Fallujah is: Alex Hofmann – Vocals Scott Carstairs – Guitars Brian James- Guitars Robert Morey – Bass Andrew Baird – Drums Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fallujahofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fallujahbayarea Photo Credit: Brian Kirksey – http://www.briankirkseyphoto.com/

Entertainment

John 5 delivers an epic flawless set at sold out San Francisco show!

February 11, 2015

One of my favorite guitarists who we have featured many times here on Music Junkie Press has conquered the DNA Lounge in San Francisco!  Yes, that is right John 5 guitarist extraordinaire made his debut performance at the DNA Lounge for the second show of his instrumental solo tour. What a show it was! Absolutely epic performance from John 5 & The Creatures. The Above DNA which is known for it’s energy harnessing environment was packed to capacity as John 5 delivered a flawless, awe inspiring and jaw dropping instrumental performance.  His set which was rich in diversity and included all types of his playing; shred, fast and furious riffs, thrash, metal, sweep picking, teeth plucking and everything in between.  The crowd was equally as diverse as it had young ones from 6 years old to seasoned rockers, men and women were in attendance for this special show. Everybody was there to catch this stellar performance by a guitar virtuouso. We had the chance to chat with John 5 before his set and are pleased to [Read More]