This week I have long time friend Andie D’Avino, she is behind all of the marketing for The Grove Of Anaheim, a very prestigious venue in Orange County California! She was also the first manager I ever had and for 2 bands that I was in (Fairview/I Am Ghost) we talk about that as well. I talk to her about how she got started in the music business and how it’s led her to where she is today.
Legendary prog-rock mainstays Coheed & Cambria are currently on tour celebrating their iconic fourth LP; hitting The Rooftop at Pier 17.
The January 2023 Shiprocked was a huge success with an astounding attendance of over 4,000 fans and sold out in a matter of a few days. Today, the 2024 initial line-up has been announced and it is totally stacked with both artists known for their legacy and exciting upcoming acts. Shiprocked will showcase artists like I Prevail, Killswitch Engage, Beartooth, Highly Suspect, Code Orange, Badflower, Scene Queen and more. Leaving from Miami, FL on February 14th and running until February 10th, the cruise will make stops in Bimini, The Bahamas, Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman. The floating music festival is the… Read more »
This week, Basslines and Protest Signs looks at the reaction to this year’s inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, iand why every one of them is valid and deserved.
Geek Girl Riot is more theatrical than ever with Riotous conversations about Queen Charlotte, Aladdin the Musical with stars Adi Roy and Marcus M. Martin, and Schmigadoon! season 2.
Following her debut Coachella performance, alt-pop starlet Ashnikko (she/they) has launched her latest effort “WEEDKILLER.” Through the release and its accompanying visual, Ashnikko takes us one step deeper into the dystopian universe that she’s created across her forthcoming, debut album, WEEDKILLER. Ashnikko’s debut full-length is available to preorder here. “WEEDKILLER” is a sonic journey defined by a variety of genres and soundscapes, showcasing Ashnikko’s versatility and unique style. The new track effortlessly blends elements from punk rock, pop, and electronic music, creating a dynamic, energetic, and catchy experience. WATCH: Royal & the Serpent Talks Baby Food and Fall Out Boy… Read more »
In a surprising move during the trio’s Detroit, MI performance last night (May 9), blink-182 played a snippet of Taylor Swift‘s 6x platinum song “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” following a performance of their own hit single, “Dammit.” The unexpected mashup is quite a tongue-in-cheek moment for the group considering guitarist Tom DeLonge’s return to the band in 2022 following his initial departure in 2015. The band’s playful rendition of “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” showed off their willingness to poke fun at the whole situation. While vocalist Mark Hoppus takes the lead on belting out,… Read more »
After 6 years of waiting, Balance and Composure delivered two remarkable tracks to mark their return last month. Now their new track “Last To Know” has been issued a stunning video to accompany the release. The Dessie Jackson-directed visual creates a serene landscape that perfectly captures the essence of “Last To Know.” Through its haunting melody, driving guitar riffs, and introspective lyrics, “Last To Know” showcases the raw emotions of betrayal and abandonment and finding the strength to move forward on your own. Read more: Sum 41 To Disband Following Final Album Release And World Tour “It’s the feeling of… Read more »
Following the release of the group’s first “happy song in the Wrist catalog,” Teenage Wrist has issued their latest effort, “Diorama.” “Diorama” showcases the duo’s signature shoegaze sound through an amalgamation of alternative rock, psychedelic synths, and heightened euphonious melodies. The track is led by a muddied, down-tuned acoustic guitar creating a somber soundscape reminiscent of 90s grunge. Lead vocalist, guitarist, and bassist Marshall Gallagher joins with a haunting vocal delivery before the track takes flight with a touch of hypnotic synths. “Diorama” is a poignant reflection on life’s complexities and the paradoxes that come with our dependence on technology.… Read more »
Royal & the Serpent came on the scene like a dynamite in 2020 with her smashing viral single, “overwhelmed.” The track exploded on TikTok, becoming an inescapable sensation, appearing on every radio station, playing in every coffee shop, and blasting out of phones on a loop across the country. You probably found yourself humming the hook in the shower for weeks on end, whether you realized it or not. Royal & the Serpent quickly proved her longevity as an artist and continues to top herself creatively over and over. Over the last two years she has released multiple EPs and… Read more »
