A local NYC band Slashers have been making quite the name for themselves, a staple band in the local skateboard community, the band last year played its biggest show to date putting themselves in front of a much larger audience opening for Sick of it All and Pennywise at House …
Read More »Introducing: Merit – pop punk band with their own video game
Hailing from Lansdale, PA, Merit already has a seal of approval from members of The Wonder Years and Thursday. The band’s new EP, Living with the Low (released on 7/26) was recorded/produced by Matt Brasch, mixed by Nick Steinborn, and mastered by Bill Henderson. Living with the Low is a record about dealing with the betrayal that too often …
Read More »A little Q&A with the punk band who is anything but a BuzzKILL
A little Q&A with the punk band who is anything but a BuzzKILL. The Radio Buzzkills Takeover: Why Punk? In the Trump era and in the days of computer based music cultivation , the world needs punk rock more than ever. It’s accessible, a kid can pick up a guitar …
Read More »Introducing: John Van Deusen – “emotionally vulnerable indie-rock”
When you think of the term “emo” usually its the commercially successful acts like Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance, or Panic! at the Disco that come to mind. But look beyond that, you’ll find a selection of artists who’s sound is a bit more intricate, the big names you’ll …
Read More »Introducing: Holly Henderson – debut album Monday Green out now!
Music is a tough game to play: many people want to make it their livelihood, so put all of their time and effort into the venture – oftentimes for little reward. Luckily, every now and then, a few musicians might get a breakthrough. Take, for example, the amazing opportunity which …
Read More »Introducing: NEEDSHES
NEEDSHES is independent alternative rock band formed by singer-songwriter Otabek Salamov (Beck) in the city of Tashkent, Uzbekistan. His mother taught music theory and always supported and directed her child. At the age of 4, he was able to reach the piano and began to play his first tunes. Beck …
Read More »Introducing: Nowhere Nation – stream their debut single “Omicron” now
Visionary rock band Nowhere Nation have released their debut single, “Omicron,” the title track from the band’s forthcoming visual concept album that tells the story of a corrupt, beyond-secret government agency. Created by Arthur Blume and produced by Doug Rockwell, each track from Omicron threads together a rich concept depicted …
Read More »Interview: The Divined
Interview: The Divined Band By: Dave Safley Q: Can you tell us about the name of your band, how you came up with it and it’s meaning? IT WAS DIVINE INTERVENTION. WE HAD TO COME UP WITH A NAME FAST. AFTER SPENDING DAYS WRITING IDEAS ON THE BOARD THAT was …
Read More »Introducing: Valence – New York instrumental quartet
Fans of completely unpredictable progressive metal, lend your ears! Hailing from New York, instrumental quartet Valence is here to feed your need for sweet technicality, masterful melody and outstanding musical genius – wrapped tight and tied with a Sci-Fi bow. Expertly fusing genres like metal, rock, jam, classical, jazz, and …
Read More »Introducing: Suldusk – new album Lunar Falls out now
Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, SULDUSK – a new project led by other-worldly frontwoman Emily Highfield – weaves acoustic tones of dark folk with elements of doom, atmospheric black metal and post rock. SULDUSK just released their debut full-length album, entitled Lunar Falls, on April 12. The album is available now via …
Read More »Interview: Awaiting ELI and Video “Unfiltered” April 17th, 2019
Band: Awaiting ELI Interviewed by: Dave Safley What are you and your band members names and instruments played? Eric Tomes – front man guitars vocals Bobby Braz – lead guitars Carlos Garcia – bass and back up vocals Justin Essink – drums How did you come up with your band …
Read More »Interview: The Swifts
The Swifts are bringing old school pop punk back in a big way. Their killer new album All Sunshine is brimming with hooks, catchy choruses and overall excellent song structure. All Sunshine was recorded and produced by Ahrue Luster of Ill Niño and Machine Head fame. What’s the history of …
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