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Moet returns with a new video and upcoming show at The Bank Club

November 4, 2014

M.O.E.T. are back and are set to play a show at The Bank Club in San Jose, CA on November 12th. I had told you about this young band from the South Bay that have been creating genre-breaking music. Their alternative blend sound carries influences of funk, indie, rock and so much more. Check out their recently released video which they dedicate to the fans who have been supporting them from the beginning: You can get more details about their upcoming show by visiting the Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/731303596957817/ Check out their music video for their song Perfect Night: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moetofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/OdeToMoet Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/moet-4-1

Bad Jones deliver a heavy dose of Rock n Roll recharge into the music scene

September 11, 2014

You might have heard from reading headlines like, Gene Simmons announces Rock Is Dead, or a dozen other people who are talking about the dwindling passion for rock n roll. I don’t buy it, I don’t believe it and with bands like Bad Jones, the flame of Rock N Roll will never be extinguished. Formerly known as Soul Pie, this Bay Area band are truly doing their part in bringing a strong resurgence into Rock infused with their blues and funk. We caught Bad Jones performing last Saturday at The Phoenix Theater in Petaluma and their were incredible! Searing vocals, stellar blues riffs, hard and edgy melodic rock that will rewaken all your senses. Their energy is fierce as they really bring their powerful sound to the forefront. I love that they have keyboards which really brings such depth to their music, something that is often missing these days. It is infectious as you can feel their music traveling through your body and pulsing through your veins. Check out some of the photos by our Rockin [Read More]

Moet releases a video for their track, Perfect Night

August 25, 2014

It is always welcoming to see a young create their own unique sound. In today’s music scene, there seems to be a demand to fit into a specific genre or sub-genre checkbox.That is not the case with Moet. This alternative rock style band from the South Bay are createing their own style of music. Time and time again, I see musicians who play to fit a genre instead of play what they enjoy. I think musically you can hear it in the music. With Moet, you can hear the truth in their music and that they enjoy exactly what they are playing. They have a sound that blends influences of funk, indie, alternative and rock. Moet recently released their music video for their song Perfect Night. You can check it out here: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. We will see if we can bring you an interview with Moet. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moetofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/OdeToMoet Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/moet-4-1

TAUK bring to life their funky progressive sound with their new song, Friction

July 8, 2014

TAUK are premiering their new song Friction which is off their soon to be released LP Collisions. TAUK has a very unique style that fuses together funk, melodic instrumental, blues, grooves and progressive rock. They successfully capture the listener through their instrumental music and create such depth and layers that blend fluidly. Their new single, Friction is the perfect example of that creative process. Check it out here: Their new album, Collisions is set to release on July 22nd and was produced by legendary Grammy-Winner Robert Carranza (Mars Volta, Jack Johnson). Pre-Order of the 10-track LP, Collisions, available beginning today for just $10, here: http://tauk.bandcamp.com/. The band will celebrate their new album at their hometown Album Release Show at The Knitting Factory in Brooklyn, NY on July 19th. Tickets are still available, here: http://tktwb.tw/1mqgXiW and all advance ticket purchases come with a physical copy of the new album, available for pickup at the show. TAUK are currently out on tour and you can catch them at the following dates: July 9 – Baltimore, MD @ The 8×10 w/ Cory Henry of Snarky Puppy & Jordan August Band (residency) [Read More]

Traedonya begins pre-order on her new EP and delights you with her Funk Hipopera!

May 24, 2014

Let me introduce you to Traedonya. Traedonya was raised in New York City and she surrounded herself with all kinds of music from Hip Hop, Funk and Rock. She truly is a lover of a variety of music and with those influences has created her own unique sound. Traedonya has been dubbed the ‘The Bride of New Funk Hipopera” and she surely lives up to that title with her fusion of hip hop, jazz, and her vocal range. Traedonya has launched her pre-orders for her new EP, “High Fructose Corn Syrup” through a PledgeMusic campaign. Traedonya says, “I don’t believe in genres, I believe in the song married with the music. As I am in life, I wish not to be placed in a box with my music. I am excited to be working with Pledge Music on my solo debut project. After having the meeting with them, I felt this was a perfect marriage. This is the 2014 music industry! As part of the campaign there will be various merchandise and perks for fans to get involved. [Read More]

Tea Leaf Green is our Bottle Rock Napa 2014 Featured Band of the Day

March 22, 2014

Today our Bottle Rock Napa Featured Band is Tea Leaf Green. Get ready for a band that is going to bring up the level of energy and fun to this year’s Bottle Rock Napa. Tea Leaf Green can be described as Rock (when rock was just rock and not a range of genres, cores, levels!) or Indie Rock. “At the center, our commitment to this music and our passion for making it and performing it has remained rock steady,” explains Josh Clark. “Like countless bands creating phenomenal music today, we work on the edges of the mainstream where we can be heard, looking in on the tragedy that radio seems to have forgotten where to find the gold..” Tea Leaf Green has an amazing sound that can range from modern rock, classic rock to jam. What you are treated to is a variety of instruments that come together and create the perfect summer fun music that invigorates your spirit. Here is our quick feature: Band Members: Josh Clark – Guitar/Vocals Trevor Garrod – Keyboards/Harmonica/Vocals Reed Mathis [Read More]

Grass Child is our Bottle Rock Napa 2014 Featured Band of the Day

March 20, 2014

Today our Bottle Rock Napa Featured Band is Grass Child. Grass Child are one of the local favorites that have been added to this year’s lineup. They bring a fresh new sound of rock/ska/funk/groove/blues to life. What is amazing about this band is their versatility in combining a wide range of influences into their own personal sound that demands to be heard. You will always come away from a Grass Child show with a smile on your face and a warm heart. Grass Child have recently re-released their album Marinade. You can pick up your copy by checking out the available places here. Pick your copy and enjoy my favorites like “Frying”, “The Dream” “Marmalade”, “Down Here” and “Let Yourself Go” so we can all be singing along at Bottle Rock Napa 2014. Here is our quick feature: Band Members: Brant Roscoe Sarah Madsen Barry Forsythe Jonny Tindall John Hannaford Music: Marinade now out on numerous retail outlets, check here for list: http://www.grasschild.net/#!hear/c1bxj Song to Check out: Down Here off their album Marinade Check them out and make sure to visit [Read More]