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14 Bands that will rule 2014

Countdown of 14 Bands That Will Rule 2014, #1 goes to HARLOT!

December 24, 2013

Today is the Day….. We made it to the No. 1 Spot on the Countdown of 14 Bands that Will Rule 2014….. The Number 1 Band That Will Rule 2014 is…….HARLOT! I know that you may be thinking, Woa, wait a second. Harlot? They don’t have any music out, how could they be on the list??? Well, let me tell you….. wait and see because Harlot is going to have Global Domination in 2014 and everyone will know Harlot and their music. Harlot is a band that has been 2 years in the making and the time is now for them. HARLOT is Danny Wornsop (Asking Alexandria) on Vocals, Brian Weaver (SilverTide) on Bass, Bruno Agra on Drums and our very own Day 1 of 12 Days of Guitarists; Jeff George (Sebastian Bach) on Guitar. We first heard the news of Harlot early this year and also had the opportunity to chat with Jeff George as  he told us how Harlot began. You can read that interview here. We have been really excited about this [Read More]

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'80s Rock

Day 11 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Satchel of Steel Panther

December 24, 2013

Today is not only Christmas Eve but we are on Day 11 of 12 Days of Guitarists!  Today we feature Satchel of Steel Panther. Just yesterday, Steel Panther ranked in at the Number 2 Spot for bands to rule 2014 and today is Satchel‘s day. You might be surprised to find a guitarist from a so called “parody band” on the list, but Satchel has the full package! He not only shreds on his guitar and has incredible solos, but also one of the best stage presences EVER! Yes, it may be,  because he personifies all the great ’80 rockers/metal heads into his own style but nonetheless, he is a BAD ASS and DAMN FUN to watch. Check out Satchel in the tribute video that Rockin Ryan put together which includes footage and photos from their San Francisco show at the Regency Ballroom earlier this year.   Satchel is on tour with Steel Panther and next year they are releasing their highly anticipated new album, All You Can Eat. Make sure to catch him out [Read More]

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'80s Rock

Countdown of 14 Bands That Will Rule 2014, #2 goes to Steel Panther!

December 23, 2013

We made it to the #2 Spot and it is time to have some F**KING FUN with our Rock N Roll!! So for #2 I bring you Steel Panther!  2014 is going to be a very big year for Steel Panther. They are set to release their highly anticipated new album, “All You Can Eat“. Steel Panther fans or should I say Fanthers, have been anxiously waiting for new music to follow up their highly successful last album, Balls Out. Some may only know Steel Panther as a parody band personifying the glam/metal lifestyles of the ’80s but you may know that they are DAMN talented musicians. Michael Starr on Vocals has one of the best vocal ranges and his high notes will have you thinking you are on the Sunset Strip in 1985. Lexxi Foxxx pounds out some slamming bass as he whips his hair and primps in the mirror. Satchel on guitar embodies a true Guitar God, with the moves, stage presence and he KICKS ASS on the guitar. His solo will have [Read More]

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12 Days of Guitarists

Day 10 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Steve Stevens

December 23, 2013

Only three spots remain on our 12 Days of Guitarists for 2013 and Day 10 goes to one of my personal favorites; Steve Stevens. Steve is most notably known for his 30 year career as guitarist and songwriter for Billy Idol.  Steve is also know for his solo work, collaborations as well as frequently playing with the all star band, Camp Freddy and other projects including soundtracks. Just this past weekend Camp Freddy had three sold out packed to gills shows at The Roxy. Steve was there and he was just a madman on his guitar as usual. I didn’t get to catch him at the most recent Camp Freddy shows but I have seen him many times perform with Billy Idol and he is just spectacular live! One thing is for sure about Steve, he can play so many different styles and make them his own. His guitar playing knows no genres or boundaries, just pure talent all the way through.  He truly perfects one of my most favorite styles; flamenco. When he performs [Read More]

Entertainment

Holiday Q and A Special, Part 5

December 22, 2013

Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer, Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist, Dean Pizzazz  – Wayland, Bassist. Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist, Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist, Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist, Tommy Girvin – Eddie Money Band, Guitarist & Mr. Tommy * * * * * Here we go with Part 5 of our Holiday Q and A Special with a whole new batch of musicians and artists.It is that time again, when you deck the halls, pull out the decorations, pour some Eggnog and sing Holiday songs. It is a time to get nostalgic and remember the past holidays. How about others? What was their oddest gift? Favorite Holiday Food? or Whose family tradition is eating the Rib? Here you go, Part 5 of our Holiday Q & A Special where we asked various musician and artists the same questions.  In Part 5 we are pleased to feature the following: Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist Dean Pizzazz  – Wayland, Bassist Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist [Read More]

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14 Bands that will rule 2014

Countdown of 14 Bands that will rule 2014, #3 goes to Living Dead Lights

December 22, 2013

Here we are in the final three on the Countdown of 14 Bands That Will Rule 2014.  We are excited to announce the Number 3 Spot goes to Living Dead Lights. 2014 is the time for Living Dead Lights to rise and demand to be heard. They have had a lot of success from their 2010 Dead Edition EP and toured extensively through Europe. Living Dead Lights has been hard at work for the past few years to bring you their much anticipated full length album, Black Letters which is set for a release on January 27th. They have released their first single, “This Is Our Evolution” and it didn’t take long to hit the airwaves, XM Sirius Octane and charts.  Their song created such a buzz that when we first posted about their new release back in November, it quickly became our most read article of the month.  So check out their bad ass video for their song, “This Is Our Evolution” here :   This much anticipated album has everything from gritty raw guitars, [Read More]

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12 Days of Guitarists

Day 9 of 12 Days of Guitarists goes to Orianthi

December 22, 2013

Today is our Day 9 of 12 Days of Guitarists and we are pleased to announce Orianthi as our feature.  Orianthi has had a long history shredding on the guitar and is absolutely amazing. She first picked up the acoustic guitar when she six years old and at age 11 she moved on to the electric and the rest is history. At the young of 28, this Greek Australian guitar virtuoso has led quite a successful career as a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and an amazingly all around talented musician.  Many might know her as the guitarist for late Michael Jackson and his ill-fated “This is It “Tour. She went on to not only perform with Alice Cooper’s live band, but her own highly successful solo career. Orianthi is amazing to watch. She makes it look so easy as she shreds on her PRS guitars. You are completely mesmerized as she displays her impeccable technique. This guitar rock goddess not only plays some bad ass guitar but she has an undeniable charismatic stage presence.  You can [Read More]