This week I have session drummer and friend Ryland Steen, he’s been playing for the classic rock band America now for a while, and was also the drummer in Reel Big Fish, we talk about how he got a major record label deal at an early age with his band called Audiovent and how that led him to turning down playing full time with Maroon 5. We talk about what it’s like being a hired and touring drummer and his story about how he got into music.
Ahead of their fourth studio album, Let’s Start Degeneracy, which is slated to drop on April 26 via Pure Noise Records, Microwave has unleashed a piano-laden, Frank Ocean-inspired new offering, “Huperzine Dreams.” The track appears as the closing track of their forthcoming full-length and also acts as the second preview of the release following the arrival of “Bored Of Being Sad.” Across their latest single, the band enlisted the collaborative talents of longtime friend Joe Hertler of Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers, who added his expertise on piano and other production elements. Nathan Hardy‘s vocals and guitar work, influenced… Read more »
Pat now has a teenager in the house, and the guys remembered what they wanted to talk about last week!
twenty one pilots “Next Semester” Lyrics: Stand up straight nowCan’t break downGraduate nowI don’t want to be here, I don’t want to be hereIt’s a taste testOf what I hate lessCan you die of anxiousness?I don’t want to be here, I don’t want to be hereWhat’s about to happen? What’s about to happen? I remember, I remember certain thingsWhat I was wearing, the yellow dashes in the streetI prayed those lights would take me homeThen I heard, “Hey kid, get out of the road!” I don’t wanna be here, I don’t wanna be here Can’t feel my legsI might suffocateThere’s… Read more »
twenty one pilots are officially taking Clancy global with the announcement of The Clancy World Tour kicking off on August 15 in Denver, CO. The pair has also unveiled their highly-anticipated latest offering, “Next Semester,” serving as the second glimpse into their upcoming full-length album set to arrive on May 17 through Fueled By Ramen. The duo’s new single is quintessential twenty one pilots with a hint of DIY punk, most evident through the gritty accompanying music video directed by Andrew Donoho. Of the new single, they share on their Instagram, “The Next Semester music video is here. Cannot wait… Read more »
Hey Violet are celebrating the end of International Women’s Month by channeling an unapologetic appreciation and love for female-identifying artists. Fresh off the release of their latest single, “Uncomplicated,” via Hopeless Records earlier this year, Hey Violet’s leading duo, sisters Nia and Rena Lovelis are poised to close out the month by spotlighting six influential female artists who have left a lasting mark on their journey as women and musicians. Drawing inspiration from a diverse spectrum of musical talent, the band pays homage to the raw emotion of alt-rock icon Alanis Morissette while honoring the poetic rebellion of Patti Smith.… Read more »
Today the nerds start off with the news that cannabis reality television is upon us! We talk about the upcoming High Hopes series on Hulu and as usual, the nerds have opinions! But then, we keep it light with some interesting fun facts about cannabis you might not have known! These are good little tidbits to bring to the sesh, or just to know a little bit more about your favorite plant! Trigger Warning: we close with politics! The fun can only last so long! But don’t panic! It’s organic!
Korn is preparing to have a MASSIVE year! Following the announcement of their summer run overseas earlier this year, the nu-metal behemoths have announced a 26-show stint across the States, which includes their stop at Louder Than Life Fest in Louisville, KY. Across the U.S., Korn will be joined by Spiritbox and Gojira as support. Presale tickets are available through Citi here and will conclude on Thursday, March 28, at 10 PM local time before general tickets go on sale at 10 AM local time on Friday, March 29, here. You can check out their full touring schedule, including their… Read more »
Dubbed one of our 100 Rising Artists To Listen To In 2024, Baby Got Back Talk is committed to pushing boundaries and challenging stereotypes within the rock music scene by amplifying diverse voices that have often been overlooked or silenced. Their latest endeavor, a mixtape featuring BIPOC and female-identifying musicians, serves as a rallying cry for inclusivity. In an exclusive interview, Baby Got Back Talk shares insights into their mission for diversity and inclusion in rock music with the release of their latest single and accompanying video for “Guilty Of Being Bright.” The new release serves as a musical counterpart… Read more »
Let’s raise our glasses and toast to Let’s Cheers To This, the 2011 sophomore album that marked a turning point for Sleeping With Sirens! The band is set to embark on a celebratory tour where they will perform the album in its entirety, accompanied by special guests Holding Absence as support. “This is the record that really changed everything for this band,” vocalist Kellin Quinn shares ahead of the tour. “Couldn’t be more excited to explore these songs again and relive the memories! #letscheerstothis” Holding Absence added on their social platforms, “We’re incredibly excited to announce our return to North… Read more »
