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Hardcore singer shows his soft side with his new emotionally driven EP

January 6, 2015

We featured Singer Guitarist Michael Guerrero last year with his hardcore band, A Hero To Fall. They are a great band that we can’t wait to see more of in 2015. Now, we wanted to shine the spotlight on his current solo project, Long Lost Love. Michael shows his softer side as his new EP, Nostalgia, brings to life beautiful emotionally driven tracks. Michael’s powerful vocals show their vulnerable side as his songs capture emotion and captivate the listener. Michael brings himself back to where it all began, writing songs on an acoustic. He not only continues on with both projects, but he has been pursuing his degree in Early Childhood Education while working full time on A Hero to Fall and Long Lost Love. We congratulate Michael on his new project and really look forward to more music. So take a listen and check out his lyric video for his first song, Gangsta On The Roof from his EP. You will find yourself getting whisked away as he takes you on a heartfelt journey [Read More]

Day 12 of 12 Days of Vocalists goes to Zakk Wylde

December 26, 2014

This is it! Our last day of 12 Days of Vocalists and our featured artist actually was featured on our 12 Days of Guitarists last year! The honor goes to the MOST BAD ASS GUITARIST… AND VOCALIST…. Zakk Wylde!!! Zakk has a voice that is not only powerful but brings out true honesty in his vocals. He conjures up a whirlwind of emotion as he sings with his grizzled tone. He has a rich quality in his voice that conveys everything from hard hitting in your face hard rock, soulful blues, powerful metal edge to a soft heart warming tone that will make your heart dance and flutter. This has been another busy year for Zakk. He released with Black Label Society, “Catacombs of the Vatican (Deluxe Edition)“. The release delivered a heavy dose of hard rock after their highly successful mostly acoustic release, Unblackened , live DVD/Blue Ray and CD. With all the great new music out, it led to a year of non stop touring that took Zakk across the country as well as on a [Read More]

John 5 announces tour in February!

December 9, 2014

One of my favorite guitarists who we have featured many times here on Music Junkie Press has announced an upcoming solo tour! Yes, that is right John 5 has announced that he will be setting out on a tour performing shows featuring his phenomenal instrumental work. If you don’t already have his latest CD, Careful with that Axe then make sure to head over to his website and pick up an autographed copy. You can check out our feature article: Prepare to Be Blown Away By John 5’s New Album. Check out the dates below for the upcoming tour: 02/08/15 Ramona, CA Ramona Mainstage 02/10/15 San Francisco, CA DNA Lounge 02/11/15 Los Angeles, CA Whisky A Go Go 02/11/15 Las Vegas, NV VAMP’D 02/14/15 Tempe, AZ Pub Rock 02/24/15 San Antonio, TX Capone’s 02/25/15 Dallas, TX Tree’s We are excited to see that there is a San Francisco date at the DNA Lounge and it is on my birthday! What a present that will be to see John 5 perform live. We will make sure [Read More]

SLASH set to be honored with the Les Paul Award at the 30th annual NAMM TEC Awards

December 4, 2014

We are getting closer and closer to that special time of year…. NO, not the holidays! I am talking about the annual Winter NAMM Convention, otherwise known as the Disneyland for musicians. Music Junkie Press will be covering the convention and we look forward to bringing you live coverage of new products, artist appearances, music news as well as coverage of the TEC Awards show. This year will be the 30th NAMM TEC Awards and it will be an amazing one. Legendary musician /songwriter/guitarist, SLASH will be honored with the Les Paul Award. “The Les Paul Award named for the revolutionary inventor and esteemed musician, honors individuals or institutions that have set the highest standards of excellence in the creative application of audio and music technology. Instituted in 1991, the honor has been granted to luminaries including Pete Townshend, Paul McCartney, Brian Wilson, Stevie Wonder, Neil Young, Todd Rundgren, and Peter Gabriel.” SLASH has not only achieved success with album sales over 100 million copies, won a Grammy Award, seven nominations and we can’t forget [Read More]

Chris Broderick announces departure from Megadeth

November 26, 2014

One of the coolest guitarists in metal, Chris Broderick has announced his departure from Megadeth. Chris posted the following statement on his website: Due to artistic and musical differences, it is with great reluctance that I announce my departure from Megadeth to pursue my own musical direction. I want all of you to know how much I appreciate the amount that you the fans have accepted and respected me as a member of Megadeth for the last seven years, but it is time for me to move on. I wish Dave and everyone in Megadeth all the best. I am working on a few things of my own and hope that when they come out, you will all dig it. Until then, Chris. m/ * * * * * * * We wish all the best to Chris in his future endeavors and we can’t wait to hear what he has in store for all of us. I am hoping we get to see him once again at the upcoming NAMM convention in January. I [Read More]

'80s Rock

Snakebite will set sail and perform on this year’s Kiss Kruise!

September 23, 2014

Earlier this year we brought you an interview with the amazingly talented Brev Sullivan (Rock of Ages). In case you missed it, make sure to check it out here. Interview with Brev Sullivan. Brev has been quite busy, with the release of his contemporary jazz guitar CD, Brand New Day (available on iTunes here) and performing with his bands. His band, Snakebite are about to set sail next month for the 4th KISS KRUISE which will sail to the Great Stirrup Cay on October 31st to November 4, 2014. The headliners of the cruise feature Kiss, Cheap Trick, Robin Zander’s, and Pat Travers. Snakebite will be performing on the Soundcheck Stage and will deliver some old school Original Heavy Vinyl Rock definitely proving that Rock n Roll is alive and thriving! Snakebite are also set to release their new CD, Feel the Bite in early October. Just in time for you to be singing along with them on the Kiss Kruise! Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. [Read More]

Michael Lee Firkins announces new tour dates

September 23, 2014

One of our highlights from the Jason Becker Not Dead Yet 3 was the great performance by Michael Lee Firkins. It was amazing as always to watch and Michael is captivating on guitar. He brought the perfect fusion of blues and rock to life at the venue and everyone was enjoying it. Michael has announced a string of tour dates for October and November. Check out the dates below and see if he will be coming to a venue near you: To get you ready, check out the photos by our Rockin Ryan of Michael’s performance at the Jason Becker Not Dead Yet 3. When Michael plays, you are drawn to him as he stuns the crowd with his slide playing, singing and fueling the crowd with funky rockin blues. The notes and tones he brings out truly highlight the extreme talent as a guitar player. I would highly recommend you picking up his latest album, Yep which was released last October. You can pick it up on iTunes here. Make sure to visit his social [Read More]