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Interview with blues rockers Kingsborough as they gear up for another great year

December 9, 2015

The end of the year tends to be a time for bands to wind down but that is not the case for blues rockers Kingsborough from Santa Rosa. They have continued to keep the rock torch alive with great shows around the Bay Area. This is one band that we have been following for a couple years now and they truly give 150% every time they perform. As I have mentioned before, their music is a very welcoming fusion of soulful blues and classic rock but with a much more modernized face lift! They literally bring an intensity to their music, soulful vocals that just grab a hold of you, catchy choruses, spectacular guitar solos, striking rhythms and big harmonies that need their own zip code. This is one band that you can only be described as “ROCK AND ROLL AT ITS FINEST”. We had the chance to chat with them last Friday as they were about to perform at 755 After Dark in Sebastopol. Check out our interview with them: They have another show [Read More]

The spotlight will soon shine on Myke Terry as he releases his new video for Whatcha Think About That

October 12, 2015

Myke Terry was once the lead singer for metalcore band Bury Your Dead but with his infectious new soulful pop single, you would have never guessed it. Ten years of national and international touring singing metal seems like a lifetime ago when you listen to his new R&B style song, Whatcha Think About That. Myke has definitely found his calling and his voice has the perfect home in the soulful pop scene. He has a style with his vocals that is smooth and velvetty but with the right balance of edge and pop. Check out his new video for his song here: The infectious track is off his recently released debut EP Red Handed, which dropped on October 9, 2015! The EP is available on iTunes here. Make sure to visit his social media sites and stay up to date on his latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: http://www.ihatemyketerry.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MykeTerryble Twitter: : https://twitter.com/realmyketerry Instagram: https://instagram.com/myketerryble/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/myketerry iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/red-handed-ep/id1014315925

Kylie Odetta highlights her powerful vocals with her refreshing playful signature sound

May 20, 2015

Kylie Odetta may be young, but her talent is well beyond her years! She caught the music bug quite early as this singer/songwriter began writing songs at only eight years old and at age 11 recorded her album Lost In My Future. She has not only headlined 100s of her own shows but has opened up for artists such as Gavin DeGraw, Colbie Callait, Mat Kearney, Austin Mahone and Kelly Pickler. She brings out a playful style to her music, all the while delivering well crafted songs with hints of alternative, pop, blues and rock. Her songs will take you on a musical journey capturing emotions and thoughts that will leave you with hope and inspiration. Kylie recently released her video for her new song, Already Gone which is off her new EP Breaking Habits, released earlier this month. Check out the video here: Kylie comments about her music, “The way that we deal with life’s ups and downs as beautifully crafted human beings intrigues me, and I feel blessed to be able to put my [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Featured Band of the Day is Portugal, The Man

April 30, 2015

Today our featured BottleRock Napa 2015 Band of the Day is Portugal, The Man. BottleRock always brings out a great variety of music for everyone to enjoy. One band that I hope you get a chance to check out is Portugal, The Man. They have an insanely infectious groove soulful sound that you won’t be able to shake off. Once you listen, you will forever be a fan. Band Members: John Baldwin Gourley Zachary Scott Carothers Kyle O’Quin Jason Sechrist Music: Evil Friends available on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/evil-friends/id613557623 Songs to Check out: Someday Believers Video to check out: The Modern Jesus Check them out out and make sure to visit their social media sites for the latest news. Also mark your calendars for the weekend of May 29-31st for the BottleRock Napa 2015 Festival. You can get more details about the festival and pick up your tickets at http://www.bottlerocknapavalley.com You can check out below all the bands that have been announced and stay tuned for a new band featured each day for BottleRock Napa. ~ Marisol Information & Links: [Read More]

Deleasa releases two new live acoustic videos

January 14, 2015

Pop artist Deleasa has released a couple new acoustic videos for you to check out. Deleasa has a great refreshing sound an as he pays homage to his love of funk, pop and Motown. Check out the live acoustic videos here for Kisses Blow and Hearts of Stone: ‘Deleasa released his first EP A Collection Of Sight & Sound Vol. 1 in December of 2012, showcasing his pop sensibility and love of organic musicality. Taking the time to perfect his craft, Deleasa followed up with his highly acclaimed second EP Lil’ Something this past summer. Fans can hear the various influences of Deleasa throughout Lil’ Something, which range from Jamiroquai and Al Green, to A Tribe Called Quest and Flume.’ One thing is for sure Deleasa makes sure to bring his passion to life in his songs as well as showcasing the vast influences that made him the musician he is today. Make sure to visit his social media sites and stay up to date on the latest news. ~ Marisol Information & Links: Website: [Read More]

Deleasa releases new music video for Good People

December 16, 2014

Pop artist Deleasa has released a new music video for his song Good People as he shakes things up while paying homage to his love of funk, pop and Motown. It is a great track that has a nostalgic seventies funk vibe that takes me back to spinning records in my garage with my older sisters. I would sit back and be their audience as the entertained me with music, giving me a good introduction to funk and soul with artists like the Commodores, Earth Wind & Fire, Spinners and so much more. Meanwhile, my older brothers would come in and take over with the Led Zeppelin and The Doors. No wonder I have such a love for all types of music! This song from Deleasa takes me right back to that garage in the 70’s, check out the video here: ‘Deleasa released his first EP A Collection Of Sight & Sound Vol. 1 in December of 2012, showcasing his pop sensibility and love of organic musicality. Taking the time to perfect his craft, Deleasa [Read More]

Get to know more about Taylor and the Wild Now

September 23, 2014

The soulful rock band from Austin, Texas; Taylor & The Wild Now have recently released their debut EP last month. The band was formed by Taylor Baker (guitar, vocals, banjo) and includes Drew Walker (guitar, trumpet). The Austin area greeted the release with praise and excitement, Taylor explains, “We are so incredibly proud of this EP; it encompasses such a beautiful collaboration of sound, ideas, and styles. We put our all into it and we can’t wait to share it with the world!” Check out our Q & A with Taylor here: * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you very much for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! Tell us about how you two came together and created Taylor & The Wild Now? Taylor: Hi! We met through mutual friends during SXSW at a Local Natives concert. Drew would sit in with my band at the time and play trumpet, and it eventually turned into us creating our own project. Music Junkie Press: We love Wanderlust [Read More]