Archive | October, 2009
My Lady Four Everyone Pays The Gatekeeper CD Review
My Lady Four, ironically a band with five members and none of whom are of the female variety. The boys Brian (lead vocals/rhythm guitar/piano), Carp (drums/backing vocals) , Peter (bass/backing vocals) , Brandon (rhythm guitar/backing vocals) and Francis (lead guitar/backing vocals) are from Minneapolis, Minnesota and formed roughly a year ago. They released their debut album Everyone Pays The GateKeeper in August 2009 and they recorded it with Jordan Schmidt (All Time Low, Sing It Loud, Quietdrive). Its a concept album this being part one of two and intertwined with the album is the "story" behind it.
Continue reading...Icarus the Owl – The Spotless Mind CD Review
21. October 2009
Icarus The Owl is a group of three guys from Portland, Oregon just out to make some tunes to please your ears. The band recently formed in January of 2009, but don’t let that fool you. These guys are not new to the music world. It’s more of a reformation then a new start. Icarus The Owl rose from the ashes of lead singer/guitarist, Joey Rubenstein and Drummer, Mark Haines’ former band Kill Your Ex. Joey and Mark along with Mike Black (bass) are huge fans of every form of melodic music and strive to create melodic sounds both with their vocals and guitars.
Continue reading...Conditions Interview
19. October 2009
Shred News writer Craig Johnson had time to catch up with Shred Clothing endorsed band, Conditions, while they were participating in the Warped Tour portion of the event Next Big Nashville. Craig got a chance to talk to the band about their new EP, their latest tour, upcoming plans and much, much more.
Continue reading...The Fall of Troy In The Unlikely Event Album Review
19. October 2009
From Mukilteo, Washington comes a three-piece progressive hardcore rock band consisting of band members Thomas Erak (lead vocals, guitar, keyboards), Andrew Forsman (drums), and Frank “Black” Ene (bass and backup vocals). Who is this screaming rock band you ask? Well, none other than The Fall Of Troy of course. Album after album, this band proves to be full of talent and incredibly strong musicians. Their newest album, In The Unlikely Event, is another masterpiece that shows off the obvious talent the band has, and the remarkable sound they have produced, yet again.
Continue reading...The Summer Set Love Like This Album Review
19. October 2009
Hailing from the copper state of Arizona, The Summer Set has been recently taking the music scene by storm. The five-piece powerpop band has slowly risen from the shadows and is quickly making a name for themselves. The Summer Set has toured with bands such as The Cab, The Maine, Anarbor, This Century, and The Bigger Lights. Recently, TSS finished a mini-tour with A Rocket To The Moon, Ian Walsh and Vita. However, nothing is slowing this band down; they start a national tour on October 22nd with Cartel, This Providence, Runner Runner and The Dares.
Continue reading...Jupiter One Interview
16. October 2009
Shred writer Poppy Cleere caught up with Jupiter One co-founder and member Zac Colwell to talk about life on the road with Regina Spektor, musical influences and just how many hours the band spend sober.
Continue reading...To Write A Riot Interview Outtakes/Extras
16. October 2009
Kayley Guyette and Kelly Cline sat down with To Write A Riot's Adam and Zack not too long ago. Following the interview the camera was still on, capturing 45 minutes of audio. Here are extras and outtakes you didn't get to read last week!
Continue reading...Joe Perry Have Guitar, Will Travel CD Review
16. October 2009
Have Guitar, Will Travel, the latest solo project from Aerosmith lead guitarist Joe Perry takes listeners on a gut thumping journey through the roots of classic rock and roll, while highlighting Perry's guitar chops
Continue reading...Blessthefall – Witness CD Review
14. October 2009
Most bands change for the worst when they have to replace a new lead singer. This can happen for various reasons, change in sound that their fan base is displeased with, a change in musical style, or if it just completely shatters fans feelings of the band. Blessthefall however, have changed in a way that I am pleased with. Now don't get me wrong, I loved His Last Walk with Craig Mabbitt singing. But while I can't say the same for Escape The Fate with Craig, I feel like Blessthefall with new lead vocalist Beau Bokan is very successful.
Continue reading...The Academy Is… – Lost In Pacific Time EP Review
14. October 2009
The Academy Is… hardly needs any introduction. The band has already made a huge impact on the world of music. The band formed in 2003 as The Academy (Later adding the Is… to avoid legal complications.) and released their self titled EP, The Academy with LLR Recordings. Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy heard it and liked it. The band found themselves the newest members of the Fueled By Ramen record label.
Continue reading...Go Audio Interview
14. October 2009
Bekka Collins sits down and interviews James and Andy from the up and coming rock/pop band Go: Audio with the help of Caitlin Young. Discussed in the interview is the formation of the band, the reason behind their name change and what you should expect from their live shows. During this interview the possibility of new songs being recorded and dressing up as Santa Claus is also discussed.
Continue reading...Venue Review: Rocko’s Bar & Grill
12. October 2009
When you think of New Hampshire, the last thing to cross your mind is the local hardcore scene. However, at Rocko’s Bar and Grill in Manchester, you can find the best hardcore shows. Bands from A Day To Remember to local bands such as Armor For The Broken have played here. Rocko’s Bar may be a small venue, but this little venue has big shows that draw in all the local hardcore kids.
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21. October 2009
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