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Interview with Farewell My Love at NAMM 2014

January 30, 2014

NAMM 2014 was filled with so many talented musicians and each day we ran into so many great bands. We were excited to catch up and interview one of my favorite bands, Farewell My Love. This is one band that not only do they kick ass rockin but are some of the most nicest people in the industry today. We were hanging around and ran into three of the members, Ryan Howell, Röbby Creasey and Logan Thayer. You can check out the full video here: Farewell, My Love released their debut album, “Gold Tattoos” and is a MUST HAVE album. Two of my personal favorites on the album are Mirror, Mirror and Afraid of the Dark. Check out their music video for Mirror, Mirror here: Make sure to head over to Itunes here and pick up your copy of “Gold Tattoos” They have also announced tour dates set to start in March. Check the list below and pick up your tickets. We will be checking them out when they come to the Whisky-a-GoGo in Hollywood [Read More]

Rockin Ryan and his photos from NAMM 2014…. Part 1

January 29, 2014

Our Photographer, Rockin Ryan was at it again snapping photos and rockin the Go Pro this year at the NAMM 2014 Convention. Here is Rockin Ryan’s Part 1 of his NAMM photos. You can click on the photos to get an enlarged version. If you want to share the photographs or use them, please leave the watermark on or give Photo Credit to Rockin Ryan, unless you have emailed us for specific permission. Artists, if you would like to receive prints, posters, or copies of any photographs, please feel free to contact Rockin Ryan directly at [email protected] or contact us directly at [email protected] or at our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/MusicJunkiePress Make sure to head over to Rockin Ryan’s Facebook Page and give him a LIKE! Stay tuned for more great NAMM photos! We will also be posting our interviews as well. ~ Marisol

NAMM HIGHLIGHT: Xander and The Peace Pirates perform at the Gibson Booth.

January 28, 2014

Earlier this month, we told you about an incredible band, Xander and the Peace Pirates and how they were the TOP HIGHLIGHT OF THE CES 2014 Convention. Well, they did it again at NAMM. During a week where you literally have hundreds and hundreds of artists performing at various booths, it can be quite challenging to figure out who you are going to see and spend your day. It wasn’t hard for us, since I knew I wanted to see the Xander Brothers live. There was no question about that. We headed over to the intimate stage setting in the Gibson Booth and got there just in time as Xander and the Peace Pirates began. It was awesome! There is just something about this band that you can literally get goose bumps from listening to them. Their music emits raw emotion and you can’t help but feel the passion from their music. These brothers have a great bluesy rock sound that just penetrates your soul. With Xander and The Peace Pirates you are treated to two [Read More]

The NAMM-Over Begins

January 27, 2014

Well, here we are on the Monday after NAMM 2014. What a great week it was for Musicians. The trade industry convention, NAMM brought in an estimated 100,000 to the Anaheim Convention where dealers, musicians and gear heads could check out the latest and greatest in the music technology and products. Music Junkie Press was there and it was a wild week. We just got back home tonight and this week will be putting together all of our NAMM coverage, highlights, concert reviews, photographs, and much more. From shows at the Whisky a-Go-Go in Hollywood, to Stevie Wonder jamming out some tunes on a show visitor’s harmonica, to interviewing all kinds of bands; Switchblade Serenade, Farewell My Love, Harlot, Bloody Mary, Emperors and Elephants, Tempting Fate and so many more. We have a lot to go through but we will have our first batch of write-ups coming to you tomorrow, so stay tuned!! If you were at NAMM, send us your highlights, we just might feature it in our NAMM 2014spotlight. After every NAMM…. the NAMM-over [Read More]

Get ready for another night of great music during NAMM presented by Tsunami Cables

January 17, 2014

With NAMM just around the corner and many still finalizing their schedules for the busy NAMM week, I want to make sure you know about the great event by Tsunami Cables, Everyone knows if you want to play the best, you get the best with Tsunami Cables. This year, Tsunami Cables is hosting the 2nd Annual Family Reunion NAMM After Party set for Friday, January 24th at the Good Ol Boys Saloon on Katella Ave. The evening is sponsored by Engl amps, EBS amps, Rock N Roll Industries Magazine, Amedia Cymbal Company, and Miktek Audio. Get ready for a great night of music with performances by Throw logic, The Dread Lullabies, Dave DePonte, Monolith, Attackhead, While She Waits, and special performance by Leona X and Marco Wriedt of the German band “Axxis”. The show starts at 6:30 pm and is sure to be a killer night that will have you talking long after NAMM weekend. The Good Ol Boys Saloon is located at at 10624 Katella ave. Anaheim Ca, 92804. The even is open to the public 21 years and [Read More]

GET READY FOR A CRAZY BONZO BASH NAMM JAMM 2014!

January 15, 2014

ONE WEEK AWAY! Yes, you heard me right. Only one more week until we head to the incredible BONZO BASH NAMM JAMM 2014. We had a blast last year and it seems the Bonzo Bash is definitely one of my top highlights from NAMM. You better get ready for another great lineup. If you are not familiar with the Bonzo Bash, it is the ultimate celebration for the ultimate drummer, John Henry Bonham of Led Zeppelin. It is presented by NATAL and Marshall and is a night filled with amazing drummers playing their favorite Led Zeppelin song. It is a complete evening of Led Zeppelin jams and this year will be a crazy one! It will be hosted by Mike Portnoy, Carmine Appice and the show creator, Brian Tichy. As Brian says, “You can have a bash, or you can bash something. When you put that together you have the ultimate celebration to the ultimate drummer: John Henry Bonham!!!!” Check out the list of drummers and other musicians: Seven Antonopoulos (Opiate For The Masses) Carmine [Read More]

Gus G. releases new video for “My Will Be Done” and announces NAMM schedule

January 14, 2014

What a great way to start off my day, cranking up some new Gus G.!!! Gus G. is premiering his video for his BAD ASS new song, My Will Be Done (featuring Mats Levén) which is off his upcoming debut solo album, “I AM THE FIRE”. The album is set for a March 18th release through Century Media Records. Check out the new video and make sure to turn it up loud: Gus G. tells us more about the new song and album, “I hope you all enjoy the first taste of things to come. ‘My Will Be Done’ is a cool rock track with a modern edge to it… Looking back, I can’t believe all the great musicians that got on board for this album. Everybody brought in their unmistakable style and talent and they really lifted the songs! Check it out and enjoy the music!” The album has some amazing talent and I am very excited about it. After checking out My Will Be Done, I am ready for some more true rock n roll like [Read More]