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Hey Violet announce they will be out with 5 Seconds of Summer on the Sounds Live Feels Live Tour

May 11, 2016

We are excited to share the news with you that Hey Violet will be joining 5 Seconds of Summer on the US dates of the Sounds Live Feels Live Tour. Check out the details below: We are happy to see a date at the Shoreline and look forward to bringing you all the coverage. For more details head over to: http://www.5sos.com/live/. Last year we brought you our coverage of their first US headlining show at the Troubadour in West Hollywood which you can check out here: Hey Violet delivers epic set at Troubadour. In case you missed it, you can check out a LIVE Video of their performance of Taylor Swift’s Blank Space. They completely killed it and staked ownership on that song. It was amazing. Check out the video here: Check out some photos from their Hollywood set: Make sure to pick up their five song EP, I Can Feel It. It is exactly what the doctor ordered. Feel good music that builds you up and is an instant mood elevator. You can also check out our coverage [Read More]

Safe So Simple release new video as they compete to play on Vans Warped Tour

March 24, 2016

The pop punk band, Safe So Simple from Arizona have their eyes set on playing the main stage at one of the Vans Warped Tour dates. They have just released a video for their track, Do Or Do Not, There Is No Try which is off their new EP, Too Close For Closure. The video was shot at the group’s recent CD release party in their hometown by Steven Gonzalez and Brandon Ensign. You can watch the video by heading over to their Play Warped Tour Page. Drummer Derek Ausseresses comments, “This song was our only start to finish track with Cameron Mizell. We worked one on one with him at Chango studios in Glendale, Arizona. Steven and Brandon did an absolutely phenomenal job capturing footage from the release show. We wanted to have a video that captured our on stage presence as well as give our fans an opportunity to be in a music video. Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make that night and this video possible.“ Too Close To Closure is Safe, [Read More]

Good Charlotte set to release 6th studio album

March 14, 2016

The iconic pop-punk band and one of my faves, Good Charlotte are set to release a sixth studio album sometime this summer through their own indie label MDDN. They will release their first single on April 4th as well as perform several one night only shows. About their new album, the band comments, “The new album is like our previous albums in that it’s for people who love music and are constantly motivated and trying to live a rad life. Everyone has something to prove to themselves, waking up every day and deciding to change their life for the better and help others do the same. GC has always been about doing this together, motivating each other, finding the unity and energy that exists in taking life’s challenges and coming out on the other side. It’s about being inspired and excited to be both who you are and who you want to be.” The one off shows are: Mon 4/18 Philadelphia, PA TLA Wed 4/20 Washington DC 930 Club Thurs 4/21 NYC Webster Hall Fri 4/22 [Read More]

Hungover is our Spotlight Band

March 9, 2016

Today our featured band is Hungover which is a pop punk band out of Florida. They have just released their new music video for their song, Girlfriend which really captures their fun spirited nature. We will see if we can bring you an interview with them soon. Hungover is: Austin Barney Marc Cortes Gabe Santiago Mikey Amico Genre: Rock, Pop Punk Location: Orlando, Florida Feature: Fun spirited pop punk with an angsty edge Current release: New EP It’s Not Home Without You released in February 2016. Video to check out: Girlfriend Make sure to check out their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hungoverband/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hungoverband Bandcamp: http://hungover.bandcamp.com/

Bay Area favorites The Story So Far have released video for Heavy Gloom

March 2, 2016

One of our favorite Bay Area Bands, the pop punk The Story So Far have just released a video for their track Heavy Gloom. The new single is off their self title record which is available on iTunes and thestorysofar.merchnow.com. The Story So Far’s new video for “Heavy Gloom” follows a group of skateboarding hoodlums that clash with a couple of hard-nosed, mustached security officers.“Security Chief Rich Buckley & myself, Security Officer Nutt, came across these 3 horrid punks vandalizing our property. Following an on foot pursuit, we set the precedent for what happens when you mess with security” – Officer Doug H. Nutt (AKA Will Levy) Check out the video here: Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thestorysofarca Twitter: https://twitter.com/thestorysofarca

New video from Light Up the Town from Austria puts them in the spotlight

February 26, 2016

A favorite band of ours from Austria, Light Up The Town have just released their new video for their incredible track, In The Dark. The video captures the youthful energy of the band and delivers an infectiously catchy song that you will be soon singing. They bring to life an edgy alternative pop rock style, all the while highlighting powerful vocals and fierce guitars. Check out the video here: From the first time I heard them last year, I was hooked on their pop/rock/alternative sound. I have said it before and I strongly believe they would be a well suited candidate for a Warped Tour. If not, we have to get them out here to tour the States. Light Up The Town is: Esther Hütter – Vocals Thomas Kern- Bass David Vass – Rhythm Guitar Stephan Roth – Lead Guitar Daniel Weidinger – Drums Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news.This is definitely a band to watch out for! ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.lightupthetown.at/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightupthetownmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/Light_uptheTown Instagram: http://instagram.com/light_up_the_town

Worth Taking will grab your attention with their new track Different Now

December 31, 2015

Worth Taking have successfully fused together my love for punk rock, pop and alternative with their music, and bring hope and inspiration along the way. Their new track, Different Now is off their forthcoming LP Hangman which is set for a February 12th release. Check out the new track here: The LP visits each step in the 12 step program. As the album progresses, it aims to become more lyrically and musically uplifting, recognizing and giving hope to listeners who are facing troubled times. They not only satisfy your need for new pop/punk style music, but at the same time, deliver a positive message and uplifting spirit. The music will take on their own personal meaning to you and bring you hope in what can sometimes be a very dark time. Their music is a pure example of creativity that heals! Make sure to visit their social media sites and we will see if we can bring you an interview soon. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://worthtaking.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worthtaking/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/worthtaking