Slaughter vocalist MARK SLAUGHTER has released Halfway There album, which also just won the distinction of being LOUDWIRE’s “RELEASE OF THE MONTH” for MAY 2017. Released with EMP LABEL GROUP, the US based label of Megadeth bassist David Ellefson. Produced and co-mixed by Slaughter with John Cranfield (AFI, Andy Grammer), with art by famed horror/album…
Vancouver-based rock group The Faceplants. From filling the most popular venues in their hometown of Vancouver (The Rio, The Roxy, VENUE, and; Tom Lee Music Hall), to touring the country half a dozen times in the last few years, their music leaves a lasting impression on whoever it reaches. Through this relentless work ethic, the band has been able to cultivate an organic following of dedicated followers. Make sure to…
Very sad news out of the rock n’ roll world this morning, as it was reported that former Foghatguitarist Erik Cartwright passed away at the age of 66. Erik joined Foghat in 1981, replacing Rod Price who was a founding member of the band. Cartwright’s passing was confirmed by his sister, Katchie, via a post on Facebook. The cause of death is…
Soul Asylum is on tour and promoting their album Change of Fortune. The band is Dave Pirner, Michael Bland drummer, Winston Roye bass, Ryan Smith lead guitarist. http://enterthesoulasylum.com/ https://www.facebook.com/SoulAsylum/ Soul Asylum Mohegan Sun Uncasville, CT (PHOTOS) Kevin Martin Interview Candlebox Against All Will: Guitarist Jimmy Allen (2011 Interviews) David Draiman Interview: On Disturbed, Future of…
John Blackwell Jr., a drummer best known for his work with Prince, has died at the age of 43. His wife announced his death Tuesday on Instagram. Blackwell was diagnosed with brain tumors in 2016, according to his wife, who posted on his social media accounts. Blackwell began playing drums at the age of 3,…
Disbanded 90’s LA HARD ROCKERS KIK TRACEE have announced the release of BIG WESTERN SKY, a collection of B-SIDES, DEMOS, and RARITIES being released 7-17 via THC MUSIC/EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED. BIG WESTERN SKY features early demos and rarities from the bands classic NO RULES/FIELD TRIP era, prior to disbanding in the early 90s. Says singer Stephen Shareaux, “After all these years. Why a…
What’s new in the world of John Cody? What’s new, I suppose, is actually just now releasing this album. The record is not new to me, of course, because I have been working on it for several months, but every time one is coming out there’s a tremendous sense of anticipation and apprehension. These are…
Soul Asylum live at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT. June 17, 2017. Soul Asylum is an American alternative rock band formed in 1981 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The band began using their official name in 1983.. They have sold over 30 billion records since forming in the 1980s. The band originally formed in 1981 under…
Mr. Big Mohegan Sun concert in Uncasville, CT June 9, 2017. Mr. Big is an American hard rock supergroup, formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1988. The band is a quartet composed of Eric Martin (lead vocals), Paul Gilbert (guitar), Billy Sheehan (bass guitar), and Pat Torpey (drums); The band is noted especially for their musicianship,…
– What’s new in the world of Tareya? I just released my first debut solo single, “Summer Wheels”. It was a major change to go in a solo direction. Less than a year ago I was touring with my former band Autumn Hill, which was one of the most incredible experiences in my career. After…