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Interview with high energy rockers, Spider Rockets!

November 16, 2013

Last month, we introduced you to a bad ass rock band Spider Rockets. You can read more about that here. Spider Rockets are from New Jersey and they have an incredibly unique sound that blends influences of punk, rock, metal and alternative and so much more. Helena Cos is on lead vocals and she has such a charismatic energy while she sings that draws you in. Johnny Nap is on lead guitar and backing vocals and Greg Manning on bass guitar and backing vocals. On drums is Dan Prestup. These four together conjure up some bad ass rock. Spider Rockets s is ranking #1 on ReverbNation in their area and is currently ranking #9 nation-wide across all genres and #4 nation-wide in rock for the FIAT Band Prix competition. Here is the link for the competition and you can get a free song download from Spider Rockets. Recently, we had the opportunity to interview Spider Rockets and are pleased to bring that interview to you here: * * * * * Music Junkie Press: What is Spider Rockets currently [Read More]

Check out an incredible cover by Todd Morse and his new project TODDSPLANET

November 15, 2013

You all know that I love cover songs, particularly hybrid or unconventional cover songs. Those that completely have someone take the song and truly make it their own. They are imitating or covering a song like you might find during happy hour at the nightclubs. This is a cover that completely takes on a new life. Last month I wrote about Ben Draiman, brother of David DraimAn of Disturbed and Device and how Ben did an amazing cover of Disturbed’s song Stricken. You can read more about that here. This time I wanted to introduce you to a great groovin cover of AC/DC’s Back in Black. One of the most timeless covers that you might find at any rock and roll show. The cover is performed by Todd Morse and his new project TODDSPLANET. They released a video of the cover and I am completely blown over by this one. It has such a catchy cool sound yet you can pick up the familiar lyrics. It is like seeing an old friend for the first [Read More]

The Pretty Reckless release incredible new song, Heaven Knows!

November 15, 2013

I just got back from running errands and I had a very special treat! I had the opportunity to listen to the new song by The Pretty Reckless, “Heaven Knows”. They debuted the song this morning on Sirius XM Octane channel (funny since I cancelled by XM last month because they cancelled Sixx Sense channel and I still get it free for the next month). DAMN this song is AMAZING! It has an old school rock circa Joan Jett/Runaways vibe and the catchiest sing along part on the air today. The song will become available for purchase on Itunes on Tuesday November 19th! Taylor has truly proven to be a Rock Goddess that is on top of the charts these days. The song comes off their upcoming album, Going To Hell which is scheduled for a 2014 release date. The Pretty Reckless released a video for their first song off the album, “Going To Hell” and that is a badass song. You can actually download “Going To Hell” on Itunes now here. Check out the video here: [Read More]

Thirsty Thursday spotlight is on Faith and Bullets

November 14, 2013

Today we are announcing our first spotlight of our Thirsty Thursday features. That is where we feature a young new band that is thirsty to rock and has the power to make it happen! This week we would like to introduce you to a new band from Central California, Faith and Bullets. Faith and Bullets was formed less than 8 months ago and they are ready to take the rock scene by surprise. They have a sound that blends old 80’s rock like Motley Crue, Kiss, Poison, and Dokken with what I call “80’s on replay rock” like Crashdiet, Black Veil Brides, and Reckless Love. So who is Faith and Bullets? Well, it was started by guitarist, Rikk Alexander and then added vocalist; Stevie Meyhem, rhythm guitarist; Cody Gadomski and bassist Abel Lynch. They are still working on adding the drummer and meanwhile have Jason Guidry as their studio and session drummer. If you would like to take a listen head over to their Facebook or Reverbnation pages or click here. They currently have two [Read More]

Thirsty Thursday spotlight is on Faith and Bullets

November 14, 2013

Today we are announcing our first spotlight of our Thirsty Thursday features. That is where we feature a young new band that is thirsty to rock and has the power to make it happen! This week we would like to introduce you to a new band from Central California, Faith and Bullets. Faith and Bullets was formed less than 8 months ago and they are ready to take the rock scene by surprise. They have a sound that blends old 80’s rock like Motley Crue, Kiss, Poison, and Dokken with what I call “80’s on replay rock” like Crashdiet, Black Veil Brides, and Reckless Love. So who is Faith and Bullets? Well, it was started by guitarist, Rikk Alexander and then added vocalist; Stevie Meyhem, rhythm guitarist; Cody Gadomski and bassist Abel Lynch. They are still working on adding the drummer and meanwhile have Jason Guidry as their studio and session drummer. If you would like to take a listen head over to their Facebook or Reverbnation pages or click here. They currently have two [Read More]

Thirsty Thursday spotlight is on Faith and Bullets

November 14, 2013

Today we are announcing our first spotlight of our Thirsty Thursday features. That is where we feature a young new band that is thirsty to rock and has the power to make it happen! This week we would like to introduce you to a new band from Central California, Faith and Bullets. Faith and Bullets was formed less than 8 months ago and they are ready to take the rock scene by surprise. They have a sound that blends old 80’s rock like Motley Crue, Kiss, Poison, and Dokken with what I call “80’s on replay rock” like Crashdiet, Black Veil Brides, and Reckless Love. So who is Faith and Bullets? Well, it was started by guitarist, Rikk Alexander and then added vocalist; Stevie Meyhem, rhythm guitarist; Cody Gadomski and bassist Abel Lynch. They are still working on adding the drummer and meanwhile have Jason Guidry as their studio and session drummer. If you would like to take a listen head over to their Facebook or Reverbnation pages or click here. They currently have two [Read More]

Legendary Rockers Scorpions release track listing for upcoming MTV Unplugged CD/DVD

November 14, 2013

International legendary rockers, Scorpions recently announced the upcoming release of their MTV Unplugged CD/DVD package. The material is from the Scorpions’ first-ever “MTV Unplugged show” and will feature new acoustic versions of their big hits and even five new songs! The sets were recorded and filmed on September 11th and 12th at Lycabettus Theatre in Athens, Greece. The Scorpions is Klaus Meine (vocals/guitar), Rudolf Schenker (guitars/vocals), Matthias Jabs (guitars), Pawel Maciwoda (bass) and James Kottak (drums). Mikael Nord Andersson (guitars, mandolin, lap steel, vocals) and Martin Hansen (guitars, harmonica, vocals) are also providing additonal music support. The CD/DVD Blue Ray is set for a release date of January 21st, 2014. Now how about knowing what songs will be on the track list? Here you go! CD: 1. Sting In The Tail 2. Can’t Live Without You 3. The Best Is Yet To Come 4. Dancing With The Moonlight – new song 5. Delicate Dance – new song 6. Love Is The Answer – new song 7. Follow Your Heart – new song 8. Send Me An Angel 9. Where The River Flows 10. Rock You Like A Hurricane [Read More]