Stand By Me 31/8/20
Multi-award-winning Elles Bailey will be performing on a very special charity single with a fantastic line-up of artists including Paul Rodgers, Mark Knopfler, Peter Frampton, Rick Wakeman and Richard Thompson, brought together for an excellent cause by the legendary music broadcaster "Whispering” Bob Harris, OBE. This year marks Bob Harris' 50th year in broadcasting. and to celebrate, Whispering Bob's All Stars will record his all-time favourite song, 'Stand By Me', to raise money here for the charity Help Musicians. The single will be released on the 60th anniversary of the very day the original was first recorded by Ben E. King on 27th October, 1960 (with the single being released in April 1961).
Ocean Hills Santa Monica 31/8/20
Brand new US Alternative Rock band Ocean Hills, recently dropped their third single and today's Video Of The Day for 'Santa Monica', which is a Classic Rock themed anthem geared for the Summer, about sand, the beach and living life with fun and happiness. With all the negativity and fear going on In today’s world this song is very much needed, so if you're into guitar solos and Rock 'n' Roll, then this song is for you! Launched by frontman Zoli Téglás, formerly the voice of Melodic Hardcore band Ignite for 25 years, plus Pennywise and the Misfits, Téglás has recruited Peter Lukacs (lead guitar), Daniel Szebenyi (keyboards and bass) and Reinder Oldenburger (rhythm guitar) – all with integral contributions to the band’s songwriting.
Narcissistic Necrosis Interview 31/8/20
Narcissistic Necrosis join today's latest Zach Moonshine Show Track Of The Day to play and talk about their latest release, 'The Art Of Deformity', plus discuss what's going on with the band. Zach also take questions from the live chat audience and plays brand new music from Marche Funèbre, Empyrean Fire, Nominon, Transcendence (Los Angeles), Enslaved, Insidious Disease, Kataklysm, Indoctrinate, Carach Angren, Lüger, Diggeth, Cultus Profano, Opeth, Black Swamp Water, Saprophyte In Bloom (Battle Of The Bands Winners) and Sinfool, plus some classics from Power Trip, Black Breath, Plague Years and Motorhead!
Accent The Change 30/8/20
P.J. Farley releases his second solo album, 'Accent the Change', on Friday 25th September through HighVolMusic, and it's the follow-up to his 2016 release, ‘Boutique Sound Frames’. His professional career as a musician began at the age of 16 as the bass player for Trixter, touring with bands like Kiss, Poison, Scorpions and Warrant. In 2002 P.J. joined up with Active Rock chart toppers Ra, in which he embarked on the second chapter of his recording and touring career, sneaking into the modern Hard Rock genre and touring with bands like Staind, Seether and Sevendust. However, P.J. and Trixter would continue to tour the world once again, as they reemerged to release two new studio records in 2012 and 2014.
Tonight I Run 30/8/20
Today's Track Of The Day, 'Tonight I Run', is the title track from the debut EP, due to be released on Friday 18th September, from one of the industry’s go-to producers, Astræa. You’ll recognise her voice and production, as you’ll already know (and love) her voice from her version of ‘You’re Not Alone’ from the Lloyds Bank ad. ‘Tonight I Run’ is the culmination of years of hard work, including sold-out headline shows at London’s St Pancras Church and St James’ Church Piccadilly, and sees Astræa, for the first time, taking the time out to tell her own story. In telling the tale of her struggles with self-doubt and the obstacles she faces in the music industry, Astræa has crafted a near-perfect four-song collection of Electro-Pop which is both understated and exquisite - and brutally honest in its reflection of her own journey towards inner strength, emerging triumphant over adversity.
Chemia Power Station 30/8/20
Polish Rockers Chemia have released their brand-new single, and today's Video Of The Day, 'Modern Times', co-written and produced by multi-award-winning producer, guitarist and songwriter Andy Taylor, formerly of Duran Duran and The Power Station. The single was recorded at London’s Baltic Studios this time last year. This in turn led to the band heading straight back into the studio to record an album’s worth of material with Andy, which is also set for release later this year. Last year we saw the guys at HRH 13, and they are currently scheduled to play at both Winterstorm and Monster Fest this coming November. The band were also scheduled to play alongside Skid.Row on shows in Mainland Europe this Summer. Sadly, these have had to be postponed along with their other tour dates until 2021.
Walter Trout CD Review 29/8/20
"While lyrics are important to a songwriter as expressing their view of the world, and clearly drive the impetus to create music in the first place, it’s the sounds that this listener is more interested in (but does also appreciate the heartfelt lyrical content here, which give the songs some real weight). With that in mind I can report that the musical content is excellent. The album has an interesting audio range. Long-time producer Eric Corne has done a great job.”
Today read yet another one of our great album reviews, as Simon Green gives you his take here on Walter Trout's latest CD 'Ordinary Madness', which was released yesterday and includes today's Track Of The Day, 'Heartland'.
Everybody Moves, Nobody Gets Hurt 29/8/20
The Great Affairs are back in business, with their latest LP, ‘Everybody Moves, Nobody Gets Hurt’, a 10-song dose of unapologetically Pop-tinged Rock N' Roll, set for release on Friday 2nd October, of which the album’s first single, 'Lyvia', is now available on all streaming platforms. Following on from 2018's 'Ten & 2', that pursued a more muscular, guitar-heavy sound, now, after a handful of singles, and frontman Denny Smith’s second solo LP ‘From The Dark’ in 2019, the band runs the gamut, possibly covering more ground sonically and stylistically than all of their previous releases combined. Also consisting of Patrick Miller - lead guitar, vocals, Matt Andersen - bass, vocals and Kenny Wright - vocals, drums, percussion, the band made use of the year’s unfortunate circumstances, while logistically problematic at times, resulted in some unique collaborations, and what is arguably their most polished release to date.
Milk White Throat Hierarchy 29/8/20
Brighton Progressive Rock/Metal 3-piece Milk White Throat yesterday returned with a new single and today's Video Of The Day, 'Sleepless', filmed within the depths of London's legendary Alt/Metal music venue The Underworld in Camden Town, and taken from their upcoming three track EP, 'Hierarchy', due to be released on Friday 18th September. Blurring the lines between genres, Milk White Throat have never been content with pigeonholing themselves into one style of music. Having started out as a Thrash/Death Metal band in the 2000's, the last decade has seen the band evolve, honing in on their individual and group strengths, whilst sticking to their guns as far as variety goes, and the three songs that make up 'Hierarchy' are no different. Their most exciting, mature and melodic effort to date, progressing on from 2018 album 'House On Fire'.
Deep Purple CD Review 28/8/20
"Overall a good strong and vibrant Rock album with several irresistible riffs, interesting hooks, a few catchy tunes and a bucket load of well-crafted lyrics. The more you listen to the album the better it gets! Definitely a grower! This is the sound of a band comfortable in their own skin, they know what they are about and are having a blast doing it! I wouldn’t say it was their best album, but definitely not their worst either. Will this be the final Deep Purple studio album? Who knows? Probably is the general consensus, but then, maybe not…!?”
Today read another one of our great album reviews, as Steven C. Gilbert gives you his take here on Deep Purple's latest CD 'Whoosh', which was released earlier month, of which, 'Throw My Bones', is our Video Of The Day.
Man With A Mission Live Stream 28/8/20
Tomorrow, Man With A Mission will perform 'Man With A Reboot Live & Streaming Mission' at noon BST from Zepp, Tokyo. The live stream performance celebrates the tenth anniversary of the Japanese superstars and promises a set of their biggest hits and fan favourites. Despite Covid-19, this year has seen MWAM release a trilogy of albums to commemorate their landmark year, all topping the Japanese album chart. The band also released the career-spanning documentary Man With A Mission : The Movie - Trace The History, which captures their rise from cutting their teeth in small Rock clubs to flourishing into the stadia conquering behemoth they are today.
Blues Club Souls 28/8/20
Today's latest Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day is another two hours of non stop Best in Blues and beyond with More Music and Less Chat, featuring new releases, classic tracks and UK IBBA Presenters' Picks, including music from Lachy Doley, Buddy Guy, JD Taylor, Joe Cocker, Eric Johanson, John Primer & Bob Corritore, Victor Wainwright, Bluesnake, Dave Thomas, Jimmy Regal & The Royals, Lisa Mann, Subatomic Souls, JW Jones, Catfish (pictured), Dave Fields and many more.
Iron Maiden 40th Anniversary 27/8/20
Parlophone Records will issue a very special limited edition 12” vinyl version of Iron Maiden’s iconic self-titled debut album on Friday 9th October. The release honours both the 40th Anniversary of the album, which came out on 14th April 1980 and reached no. 4 in the UK charts, plus National Album Day, on Saturday 10th October – a celebration of the long-player in association with the Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA). 'Iron Maiden' was the album that saw the East London band start the journey that has led them over the course of four decades, sixteen studio albums, over 90 million album sales and more than 2,000 concerts around the globe, to become the biggest and most acclaimed Metal band on the planet. It features original vocalist Paul Di’Anno and includes songs such as ‘Phantom Of The Opera’, ‘Running Free’ and ‘Iron Maiden’ that have long been considered classics in the Maiden canon and still feature in many of the band’s live sets today.
Palace Escape 27/8/20
Future Palace's debut album, 'Escape', due to be released on Friday 18th September, sees the Berlin trio deeply rooted in the Post-Hardcore genre, whilst being influenced by different styles of Electronica, Soul and 80's-Synth-Pop, all united, such as today's Video Of The Day of 'Maybe'. Guitarist Manuel, singer Maria and drummer Johannes, having met at the end of 2018, have not been a band for too long. however, the attention to detail in their songs has led to this complex mix of genres on their album. 'Escape' is an impressive demonstration of the cathartic force of music and emotions being as diverse and differentiated, and is testament to the clear vision of a well harmonised trio, which at this early stage of their career, already knows very well how to combine their strength in the most efficient way.
Dyble Longdon's Astrologers 27/8/20
Dyble Longdon is a collaboration between iconic vocalist Judy Dyble (ex Fairport Convention, Trader Horne), who sadly passed away on 12th July from a long illness, and Big Big Train songwriter and frontman David Longdon, and they release their highly anticipated album 'Between A Breath And A Breath' on Friday 25th September, of which their first single, 'Astrologers', is today's Track Of The Day. The album contains seven original compositions with all lyrics by Judy and music and production by David. The songs are, at times, haunting and, at others, beautifully fragile. As well as Judy (vocals, autoharp) and David (vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin, piano and keyboards), they are joined by Jeff Davenport (Jade Warrior, drums) plus Longdon’s Big Big Train bandmates Danny Manners (double bass), Rikard Sjöblom (accordion), Rachel Hall (violin), Greg Spawton (bass guitar and Moog Taurus pedals) and Nick D’Virgilio (drums).
The Dark Third 26/8/20
Nearly 15 years on from its original release on Sony BMG, Pure Reason Revolution’s much-lauded debut album ‘The Dark Third’ will be reissued on Friday 16th October, featuring some of the bands best-loved tracks including ‘He Tried To Show Them Magic’, ‘The Intention Craft’ and ‘The Bright Ambassadors of Morning’ (today's Video Of The Day). The remastered reissue comes in all new packaging, and features new liner notes from band members Jon Courtney and Chloë Alper, as well as producer Paul Northfield. Pure Reason Revolution’s first new studio album in nearly 10 years, ‘Eupnea’, was also released in April this year.
Skeletons In Your Closet 26/8/20
Brothers Osborne have recently released their latest single, and today's Track Of The Day, ‘Skeletons’, the title track off of their third studio album due for release on Friday 9th October via Snakefarm Records in the UK. Guitarist John and vocalist/guitarist TJ Osborne teamed up with longtime producer Jay Joyce for this latest outing, the follow-up to 2016’s ‘Pawn Shop’ and 2018’s ‘Port Saint Joe’, co-writing every track on the record along with frequent collaborators Lee Miller, Craig Wiseman, Natalie Hemby, Casey Beathard and more. ‘Skeletons’ is the third track to be made available from the new album, joining ‘Hating Somebody’ and lead single ‘All Night’, with the band also heading out on a headline UK tour early next year including London's Roundhouse on Thursday 14th January. A special guest for the tour will be announced in due course.
It's Christmas All Over 26/8/20
Multi-platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated Rock band Goo Goo Dolls will release their first-ever holiday record 'It’s Christmas All Over' on Friday 30th October via Warner Records. Comprised of cover renditions of classic fan-favorites as well as two new originals all in the spirit of Christmas, the album promises to deliver a much-needed warmth and hope to 2020. Produced by frontman John Rzeznik alongside the band’s longtime collaborators Brad Fernquist and Jimmy McGorman, the record was created during lockdown. 'It’s Christmas All Over' arrives hot on the heels of the deluxe edition release of the band’s acclaimed 12th studio record 'Miracle Pill', with the band currently in the studio working on another album of new material, plus they will also be hitting the road for an expansive North American tour in the Summer of 2021.
Stream Tea With JB 25/8/20
Joe Bonamassa is set to perform a special live stream pay per view concert from the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, here on Sunday 20th September. This concert will feature songs from his new album 'Royal Tea' before its official release on Friday 23rd October. Joe has never performed a full, unreleased album for audiences like this before, giving fans from around the world the opportunity to come together for an unforgettable night of Blues Rock music. Along with 'Royal Tea' he’ll perform classic remixes from his 20th anniversary album 'A New Day Now'. The evening will also continue with a one hour “After-Party Showcase” featuring several live performances from an array of some of the hottest rising stars in Blues Rock music.
Even The Devil Believes Stryper 25/8/20
Once again proving their lasting durability, having sold over 10 million albums worldwide, Dove Award-winning and Grammy-nominated Rock band Stryper return with their 13th studio album, 'Even The Devil Believes', next Friday 4th September, which includes today's Video Of The Day, 'Make Love Great Again'. Filled with the band’s signature riffs, harmony-laden melodies and positive themes, it is their first record with Perry Richardson (Firehouse) on bass and backing vocals. A collection of eleven remarkable songs that will leave a strong impact on listeners, it is produced by frontman Michael Sweet. More than 35 years after emerging from the Southern California nightclub scene and ascending to prominence with Billboard Top 40 hits such as ‘Calling on You’, ‘Honestly’ and ‘Always There For You’, the ‘heavenly Metal’ quartet finds itself creating its finest, most powerful music yet.
Blues Hour 25/8/20
Another week and another Blues On The Radio Track Of The Day - that means an hour rammed full with great new music including Lisa Mann, Kirk Fletcher, Lynne Jackaman (pictured), Chris Cain, Curtis Salgado, Wily Bo Walker and more!
The Best Of Rory 24/8/20
Following the commercial and critically acclaimed success of recent albums 'Blues' (2019) and the three-week running No.1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart 'Check Shirt Wizard - Live in '77' (2020), UMC present a new Rory Gallagher best of collection entitled 'The Best Of Rory Gallagher' on Friday 9th October. The comprehensive compilation includes Rory’s most iconic songs compiled from across his recording career, including tracks from Rory’s seminal first band 'Taste' (1969) through to his final studio album 'Fresh Evidence' (1990). The album will be released as a 2CD set featuring 30 tracks including a previously unreleased collaboration with the legendary Jerry Lee Lewis. Unearthed from the Gallagher Archives is a special bonus track '(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction' – a rare outtake taken from Jerry Lee's famous 1973 'London Sessions' featuring Rory singing and playing the Rolling Stones’ classic.
Blackout Murderer 24/8/20
Critically acclaimed German band Blackout Problems have released their powerful new single, ‘Murderer’, along with a vivid and at times disturbing Video Of The Day. It’s a striking introduction to their new music, leading the way as the first single taken from their forthcoming album, 'Dark', coming early next year via Sony Music/Music For Nations. ‘Murderer’ is an emotionally-charged anthem reflecting the band’s response to some of the alarming headlines of recent years, including the resurgence of right-wing forces and the worldwide triumph of populism. This is the band’s third full-length album following 'Holy' (2016) and 'Kaos' (2018), which they independently released on their own Munich Warehouse label.
Simply Country Coral Reefers 24/8/20
Today's latest Simply Country Track Of The Day features music from Darius Rucker, Saskia Vese, Keith Shaw, Tammy Wynette, Norman Boland, Steve Bloor, Reba McEntire, Clancy Pye, Kris Barclay, The Taylor Brothers, Johnny Cash, Eric Paslay, Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers, Helena Mace, Lynn Anderson, Kerry Fearon, Ailish McBride, Pat Mulchrone, Noel Flynn, Gayle O'Neil, Jackie Storrar, Miranda Lambert, RaeLynn, The Murphys, T R Dallas, Twyla Foreman, Chris Harbach, Hilljacks, Brad Paisley, Ian Krochak, Arthur Stulien, Misty River and Finola.
Townsend's Order Of Magnitude 23/8/20
Devin Townsend will release ‘Order Of Magnitude – Empath Live Volume 1’ on Friday 23rd October, a document of his Winter 2019 European tour that saw him taking on possibly his most ambitious live show to date. Recorded last December in London on the penultimate night of the tour in support of his latest album ‘Empath’, this run of shows saw Devin joined by an incredible line-up of musicians that included guitarists Mike Kenneally (ex-Frank Zappa) and Markus Reuter (Stick Men, The Crimson Project), drummer Morgen Agren (Kaipa, Mats & Morgan, Frank Zappa), bassist Nathan Navarro, Haken keyboard player Diego Tejeida and guitarist/vocalist Ché Aimee Dorval, as well as vocalists Samantha and Anne Preis, and Arabella Packford.
Jakko's The Lad 23/8/20
Jakko M Jakszyk's enforced sabbatical from King Crimson has given him the opportunity to complete a new solo album, 'Secrets & Lies', due to be released on Friday 23rd October, of which the first single, ‘The Trouble With Angels’, has recently been released, complete with today's extraordinary animated Video Of The Day by Iranian film maker Sam Chegini. 'Secrets & Lies' contains ten songs that balances sensitive writing, musical technique and accessible tunes cast in an impressively cinematic sound world. The result is a mature work brimming with yearning melodies in symphonic or widescreen settings, fluid guitar work, and Jakko’s heartfelt, emotional vocals. Jakszyk is joined by bandmates Robert Fripp, Gavin Harrison, Tony Levin and Mel Collins, as well as appearances from John Giblin (Peter Gabriel), Mark King (Level 42), Peter Hammill (Van der Graff Generator) and noted British comedian Al Murray.
Walk With Me 23/8/20
Last Friday, Russell Keefe's solo project, TBelly, released today's Track Of The Day, ‘Walk With Me’, on all major streaming sites, and it's the first single taken from their forthcoming second album ‘I Never Want To See Me Again’, which is out later this year. It's a flawless, passionate track, written by Keefe, which showcases his indisputably World class vocals and songwriting talent. For some, he may be better known as the keyboard player and joint lead vocalist of Slade, but make no doubt about it, Russell is a phenomenal artist in his own right and deserves full recognition of his talent, making TBelly "one to watch".
The Last Viking 22/8/20
'The Last Viking', due to be released on Friday 23th October, is the latest Symphonic Metal masterpiece from Leaves’ Eyes, following up their cult-albums 'Vinland Saga' (2005) and 'King of Kings' (2015), where they turned Leif Eriksson's discovery of America and the life of Norway’s first King into music! Now, Leaves’ Eyes bring the Viking Sagas to their bombastic finale - its energetic compositions proof of the ingenious skills of song writing duo Thorsten Bauer (guitars) and Alexander Krull (vocals). Again they follow the line that has already garnered a significant worldwide fan base, as all 14 tracks individually impress with their unique build-up, rhythm and atmosphere, featuring mighty drums, Mediaeval instruments, like nyckelharpa and fiddle, and Celtic horns, that add spice to their diversified sound.
Ghosts Of Sunset 22/8/20
The project of Rock veterans singer-songwriter John Merchant and, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Todd Long, Ghosts Of Sunset recently released their first single 'Miles In-Between', on Golden Robot Records, which is today's Track Of The Day, and is also taken from their upcoming EP 'Headed West'. Also featuring Johnny Monaco (Ex Enuff Z’Nuff - lead guitar), Kent Slucher (Luke Bryan – drums) and Brian Roth (keyboards), it's a hark back to the glory days of the 1980’s Hard Rock/Hair Metal scene.
Gorilla's Still Doing Time 22/8/20
Manchester’s dirty, raucous Rock 'n' Blues mavericks, Gorilla Riot released their latest single and today's Video Of The Day, 'Still Doing Time', at the end of last month, taken from their first full-length album, 'Peach', which was released at the beginning of this year. A 5-piece, they use a 3-prong guitar attack with multi-part vocal harmonies, combining elements of Grunge, Stoner and Country to create a full-on high energy show. Created by mainman, Arjun Bhishma, he surrounded himself with Manchester's finest, namely Liam Henry (guitars & vocals), Charly T. (guitars & vocals), James Degnen (bass) and, more recently, Will Lewis on skins.
Ace's Origins 2 21/8/20
Ace Frehley, Kiss co-founder and 2014 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, continues his reflections on a lifetime in music with the release of ‘Origins Vol. 2’, a thoughtful and exciting collection of new covers, released on Friday 18th September. No stranger to cover versions throughout his entire history – having recorded, rebranded and repossessed such notable nuggets as ‘New York Groove’, ‘Do Ya’ and ‘I Wanna Go Back’ over the course of his 8 studio albums - this new compendium contains songs that have all inspired and shaped the legendary guitarist’s life jukebox. ‘Origins Vol. 2’, also features guest appearances by Cheap Trick's Robin Zander, John 5, Lita Ford and Bruce Kulick, and is is a well thought out, but not over-thought, album!
Cool For Cats 21/8/20
'Rocked This Town: From LA To London' is the name of the upcoming live album by The Stray Cats, available Friday 11th September via Surfdog Records and distributed by Mascot Label Group, of which 'Rock It Off' is today's Video Of The Day. This collection of 23 tracks was recorded during the band’s critically acclaimed 40th Anniversary Tour and combines their unparalleled virtuosity and red-hot Rock & Roll spirit, all raw and completely live - the way it was played on sweaty stages around the world! The album was produced by the multi-platinum band’s guitarist/vocalist Brian Setzer, upright bass player Lee Rocker and drummer Slim Jim Phantom - original founding members of the iconic American Rock & Roll trio. Indeed, the album’s career-spanning track listing features their greatest hits as well as several brand-new scorchers from last year’s '40', the band’s first new album in 26 years.
Blues Club Doctors 21/8/20
Today's latest Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day is yet another two hours of non stop Best in Blues and beyond with More Music and Less Chat, featuring new releases, classic tracks and UK IBBA Presenters' Picks, including music from Walter Trout, Sugaray Rayford, J.D Taylor, Crooked Eye Tommy, The Allman Betts Band (pictured), Mary Jo Curry Band, Dave Fields, Wily Bo Walker & Danny Flam, Robbie Reay, Kaz Hawkins, Paul Gillings, Sir Rod & The Blues Doctors, Jimmy Regal & The Royals, Fleetwood Mac and many more.
Sinners Appear In Court Tonight 20/8/20
As lockdown appears to be easing gradually, Saint & Sinners (Fran McGillivray Band + Spikedrivers UK) are playing an open air show tonight at the Court Theatre Blues Bar, Station Road, Tring, Buckinghamshire HP23 5QY from 7.30-9.30pm. To purchase tickets in advance please go here.
Jewel Of The Crowd 20/8/20
Emerging from the underground of Montreal comes The Naked High, who unleashed their second EP 'Tap Into The Evil' this past May, of which their first single, 'Jewel of The Crowd', is today's Track Of The Day. Joining forces in the Summer of 2015, connected by a love of similar music ranging from Blues to Rock to Metal, the dauntless quartet brings an electric chemistry to their music, amplified when they are on stage. Indeed the six songs show the evolution of their sound from their 2017 self-titled debut as they push forward into the next chapter of the band and continue to learn from the legends that they admire while forging their own respective path in Rock 'n' Roll. The Naked High consist of Hugo Leclerc-Charron delivering solos on guitar, Simon Ouellet with Iron Maiden-esque vocals, Phil Perreault keeping the low end steady, and Charlie Cayouette backing everything up with his rocking beat!
The Truth Is Out There 20/8/20
aliensdontringdoorbells is the exciting new band that crosses boundaries of geo-locations, genres and more to craft their narrative-style, ‘Story’, released last month, of which the stunning visual for this debut single is today's Video Of The Day. Whilst this band may be keeping their identities relatively under wraps, the song sees this international band take the universal theme of childhood innocence and translate the feeling into a touching and accessible narrative. Indeed, the band cites One Republic, Maroon 5 and Weezer amongst their influences, given their sound is an amalgamation of Pop, Rock, Jazz, Prog and Swing. Proving that Rock ‘n’ Roll is alive and truly kicking, aliensdontringdoorbells are here to stake their claim on the territory which is rightfully theirs!
Call Of The Wild 2021 19/8/20
Call Of The Wild Festival returns next year to the Lincolnshire Showground, over the extended weekend of 20th to 23rd May, with headliners Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons, Reckless Love and Massive Wagons. Indeed, the organisers have included an additional day, headlined on the Kilmister Stage by Crashdiet, as a big thank you to everyone who has stuck by them through the whole pandemic, and regardless of losing the event for 2020, have retained their tickets and helped support the festival through one of the most challenging times ever known within the music industry. The addition of Thursday is a free day to all who already had tickets for 2020, but no one needs to miss out on this fantastic extra day of bands as there is also now a bolt on option to purchase!
What Did You Expect? 19/8/20
Seattle’s finest, the Walking Papers, have released their new single, 'What Did You Expect?', which is not only today's Video Of The Day, but is also taken from their much anticipated new album, 'The Light Below', which is due out early 2021 on Carry On Music. 'What Did You Expect?' is penned by principals Jefferson Angell and Benjamin Anderson and represents a continuation of the impactful and artful Rock and Blues sound Walking Papers have developed. Lyrically, Angell challenges anyone who has dug themselves a hole, or who stood in their own way!
Diesel Machine Interview 19/8/20
AJ from Diesel Machine joins today's Zach Moonshine Show Track Of The Day to talk about and play their new record, plus answer fan submitted questions from the live chat! There's also new releases from Black Communion, Tyranno, Veritas, Dopelord, Saprophyte in Bloom, Heathen, Benediction, Khemmis, Ministry, Midnight, Thou, Moonlight Desires, plus Zach also throws in some older tracks from Soil, Conan, Exhorder, En Minor, Plague Years, Motherslug, Gravehuffer, Ken Copeland and St. Madness!
Ron Streaming For Vengeance Tonight 18/8/20
BraveWords’ new live concert experience, Streaming For Vengeance, continues tonight with the Ron Keel Band broadcasting live online worldwide here at 8pm EST (1am UK). This is no living room jam - this is full blown concert event. Full stage, lights, train, action... with state-of-the-art video and audio provided by the Midwest's best, Outsound Productions. They will provide a six-camera shoot, crystal clear sound and video broadcasting in hi-def. The one-hour performance will feature the best of 'Fight Like A Band' and 'South X South Dakota', plus maybe a couple of other surprises! The show will also be available for replay for 48 hours only afterwards.
Love From JD 18/8/20
Today's Video Of The Day is 'Love', the new single from JD Simo's upcoming self-titled solo album due out this Friday 21st August. Frenetic Funk strumming by JD gives way to a passionate vocal delivery as a raucous riff then roars, with Simo tempering buzzing feedback with a hypnotic hook. Indeed, the song certainly contrasts with the record’s recent opening salvo, the Psychedelic soulful ‘One Of Those Days’. Recognised as a formidable guitarist who can channel iconic six stringers such as Jimi Hendrix and Jimmy Nolen, while adding a large dash of Blues and Soul, at 34 JD is already a seasoned session musician who has also paid his dues as a frontman, initially as part of the group SIMO and more recently as a solo artist. A number of JD’s contemporaries appear in the video, including Luther Dickinson (The Black Crowes) and Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke).
Blues On The Radio Rollin' 18/8/20
After last week's preview of The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, today's Blues On The Radio Track Of The Day brings you an hour packed with new releases including the sounds of John Németh, Paul Gillings, Adam Sweet, Andreas Diehlmann Band, Sugaray Rayford, Robbie Reay, Sub-Atomic Souls, Walter Trout (pictured), John D'Amato, RHR, Gregg Martinez, Lisa Mann and Eric Johanson.
Captain Fantastic 17/8/20
Double Grammy® Award-winner Fantastic Negrito not only released his latest album, 'Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?', last Friday via Cooking Vinyl/Blackball Universe, but he also announced European tour dates for next year, which includes a show at London’s Jazz Café on Monday 29th March. The new album marks Fantastic Negrito’s most far-reaching work thus far, fusing elements of Hip-Hop, R&B, Funk, Soul and Rock ‘n’ Roll into an incendiary synthesis all his own. Inspired by and reminiscent of the socio-political albums coming from Black America in the late 1960's and into the 70's, the album sees Negrito exploring the struggle and complexities of mental health issues while continuing his long running lyrical examination of America’s increasingly broken social and political state of affairs.
Twister's Call To Arms 17/8/20
Upcoming New Wave of Classic Rock band Twister are climbing the ranks at an incredible pace and are set to take off with their debut album, ‘Cursed & Corrected’, due to be released on Friday 13th November by Off Yer Rocka Recordings, and today's Video Of The Day is the first of four singles, 'Call To Arms', due out on Friday 28th August. Twister have always been a band of two sides; one with powerful Rock driven riffage opposed and accompanied by their undeniably catchy melodies. Rock and Pop in a ‘Yin and Yan’ type relationship, a fine balancing act constantly moving around equilibrium, tipping the scales with each song. Indeed, it’s all killer and no filler - the 13 best tracks Twister have written since their inception - plus a 11-date European tour supporting The Quireboys, planned for next March.
Prince Green Tribute 17/8/20
Following the recent death of the late, great Peter Green, Matt Pearce & The Mutiny have released today's special 2-song Track Of The Day to honour “Green” and “Purple” gods: Peter and Prince: both major musical heroes of Matt and big influences on his own music, not to say on entire genres. The tracks can also be found on Matt’s EP ‘An Ongoing Thing’ on Mutinear Records, and this in-studio performance opens with a purple-tinted cover of Prince’s 1987 ‘Strange Relationship’ that builds in power thanks to exuberant performances from Matt and his fellow Mutineers. Seamlessly, literally without missing a beat, the video segues into colour and Peter Green’s 1969 ‘Oh Well’, released by Fleetwood Mac. The songs feature some wicked licks and verve that will conjure up memories of both, as well as entertain your eyes and ears in the here and now, where their influence and inspirational examples still live on.
Steve Howe CD Review 16/8/20
"The final song is 'On The Balcony' which starts out quite heavy with fast fuzz tone guitar scale runs and palm muted root note rhythm guitar over a pounding driving drum beat. The intensity and pace eases up in time to allow Howe's soft fragile vocals to enter the narrative. “On The Balcony is a paean to appreciating the roses and ‘just letting things be’”. An enchantingly entrancing sustained guitar solo is superlatively compelling, adding grace and charm. Overall a pleasant enough album with some scintillating and melodic guitar playing that is sure to please die hard Steve Howe fans and maybe even a few Yes fans too!”
Today read another one of our great album reviews, as Steven C. Gilbert gives you his take here on Steve Howe's CD 'Love Is', which was released at the end of last month, plus check out our Track Of The Day of 'Love Is A River'.
The Ocean European Tour 2021 16/8/20
The Ocean, who release their 8th full-length, 'Phanerozoic II: Mesozoic | Cenozoic', via Metal Blade Records/Pelagic Records on Friday 25th September, have also announced details of their 2021 tour, that kicks off on Thursday 7th January in Wiesbaden, Germany, plus sees them hitting the UK in February, with support from Svalbard, PG Lost and Hypno5e. Widely hailed as their finest work to date, 'Phanerozoic I' brimmed with moments of wide-eyed melodic brilliance, alongside the expected warping and weaving of post-Metal conventions. In contrast with the compositional directness of 'Phanerozoic I', the new album is a vastly more Progressive and perverse piece of work and is underpinned by some of the most imaginative and challenging music that guitarist Robin Staps, drummer Paul Seidel, keyboard maestro Peter Voigtmann, bassist Mattias Hagerstrand and guitarist David Ramis Åhfeldt, have made yet.
I Curse The Sun For Coming Up Today 16/8/20
Rapidly making a name for himself as one of the most exciting Blues Rock artists in the UK today, Nigel Barker releases his new single, and today's Video Of The Day, ‘I Curse The Sun For Coming Up Today’, on all major digital platforms on Friday 11th September. It's far from run of the mill, it’s innovative, original and genuinely different, and is the third single to be released from Barker’s, much anticipated, forthcoming album 'Five' which comes out on Friday 9th October. Indeed, as Nigel said himself re: his latest single, if you had managed to combine a Blues Rock guitar and orchestral strings and horns, with dubstep and a killer harmonica, then you yourself would want to show it off to the world!
JV's Little House That Rocks Tonite 15/8/20
The Little House That Rocks is John Verity's brand new platform for regular ticketed live streaming performances, with the first one tonight here at 6.30pm, when JV is joined by Liam James Gray on drums and Roger Inniss on bass. Check out also today's unplugged Track Of The Day of JV performing a cover of Bo Diddley's classic, 'Before You Accuse Me', recorded live at The Stables, Milton Keynes, way back in March 2013.
Canedy Streaming For Vengeance Today 15/8/20
BraveWords’ new live concert experience, Streaming For Vengeance, continues with American Metal outfit Canedy broadcasting live here at The Rec Room at 3.33pm EST (8.33pm UK). About the live stream Carl Canedy says: “When the 'Warrior' album was finally mixed and ready for release, I couldn't wait for the world to hear Canedy live. Unfortunately, Covid-19 had other plans and our live shows, sadly, were all cancelled. Now, with the help of BraveWords, the world can finally hear the band I'm proud to be a part of perform live."
Kings County Seagulls 15/8/20
Orlando Florida's Kings County new single and today's Video Of The Day released yesterday, is a tribute to the 80's New Wave music scene with their in-your-face remake of A Flock of Seagulls mega hit 'I Ran'. Consisting of Rob Dexter (vocals, bass), Steve Bell (guitars, vocals), Joe Lopez (drums) and Bill Kania (guitars, vocals), many established bands past and present have started out as a cover band and Kings County is no exception. Cutting their teeth with constant performances throughout the East Coast, they've built a strong grassroots following. 'I Ran' was produced by Grammy Award winning Producer/Engineer Chuck Alkazian (Pop Evil, Soundgarden, Tantric) at legendary Pearl Sound Studios (Asking Alexandria, Eminem, Filter).
Time To Stand-Up 14/8/20
Comedian, DJ and author Pete K Mally promises that you'll love his exclusive news of the gig of the century during his streaming tonight of The Pete K Mally Stand-Up Show at 7pm, and if you use the limited code PETEK2020, you can get a discount off your ticket here. Pete spent his youth defending his love of Classic Rock and Metal, and he gets the hump when High Street stores are flaunting AC/DC , Iron Maiden and Ramones t-shirts as simple fashion accessories (we've earned these stripes). He is a regular compere at Rock festivals and supported Wayward Sons and The Last Great Dreamers before lockdown. Now in his forties he openly listens to Poison and is unashamed in this (a little).
Outlaws CD Review 14/8/20
"This is a splendidly consistent album which rewards repeated listening; unreservedly recommended. If only the band’s UK profile was greater, perhaps a promoter might arrange a tour; in the meantime I will be buying their back catalogue of CD’s!”
Today we play catch up with one of our pre-lockdown album reviews, as Gary Smith gives you his take here on Outlaws' CD 'Dixie Highway', released earlier this year in February, plus check out our title track Video Of The Day.
Blues Club Maverick 14/8/20
Today's Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day is yet another two hours of non stop Best in Blues and beyond with More Music and Less Chat, featuring new releases, classic tracks and UK IBBA Presenters' Picks, including music from King King (pictured), Tas Cru, Tinsley Ellis, Mojo Preachers, Too Slim & The Taildraggers, Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, Kenny Blues Boss Wayne, Sunjay, Tyler Morris, Chris Bevington Organisation, Chris Corcoran Band, Wily Bo Walker & Danny Flam, Kaz Hawkins, Kirk Fletcher, Rob Oliver, Hurricane Ruth and many more.
Raven's Metal City 13/8/20
New Wave Of British Heavy Metal legends Raven release ‘Metal City’, their first new studio album for five years, on Friday 18th September on Steamhammer/SPV. ‘Metal City’ picks up from where 2015’s hugely acclaimed ‘ExtermiNation’ album left off, packing an even more exuberant musical and creative punch than its mighty predecessor. Not only is the title track homage to John Gallagher (bass, vocals) and his brother Mark (guitars) hometown of Newcastle upon Tyne, but it also marks the arrival of new drummer Mike Heller (Fear Factory, Malignancy), who replaced long-standing drummer Joe Hasselvander after he suffered a heart attack (putting an end to his active music career) immediately prior to Raven’s Spring 2017 US tour.
Thunderbolts Lend A Hand 13/8/20
Out on Friday 21st August via Mascot Records, The Georgia Thunderbolts self-titled debut digital EP conjures a tried-and-true spirit through a fresh fire, and ahead of this, they have released today's Track Of The Day for 'Lend A Hand'. Hailing from Rome, Georgia, at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the quintet rise up with a scorching signature style steeped in soulful Southern swagger, blistering Blues and raw Rock. The band are; TJ Lyle (lead vocalist), Riley Couzzourt (guitar), Logan Tolbert (guitar), Zach Everett (bass, harmony vocals, keys) and Bristol Perry (drums), and with a wide swath of inspirations, ranging from Southern Gospel and Hank Williams to Neil Young, the band have cut their teeth performing with everyone from Black Stone Cherry and The Kentucky Headhunters to the new crop of vibrant Southern Rock bands such as The Cadillac Three.
Minasian So Far From Home 13/8/20
David Minasian, the highly decorated Progressive Rock keyboardist, vocalist, composer and producer, recently released his latest single 'So Far From Home' featuring stunning vocals from PJ Olsson (The Alan Parsons Live Project) on Golden Robot Records, which is today's Video of The Day. The track is taken from his upcoming album 'The Sound Of Dreams', and is a majestic, yet at times, ethereal progressive masterpiece that echoes the golden era of Prog. Indeed, the forthcoming album also features compositions and impeccable musicianships by some of the biggest names in Prog including Justin Hayward, Steve Hackett, Annie Haslam (Renaissance), Billy Sherwood (Yes), Julie Ragins (The Moody Blues Live) and Geof O'Keefe (Pentagram).
DS4 Deal 12/8/20
Make sure you don't miss another chance to listen here at 2pm today, as David Sinclair chats to Richard Sirot on Deal Radio. "In My Life" is a sort of mix between “This is your Life” and “Desert Island Discs” and each week Richard’s special guest will have chosen their tracks to play and explain what they have meant to them in their lives. There will also be a bit of general probing about the guests family and career.
Redemption Indulge In Color 12/8/20
Redemption, one of the leading Progressive Metal bands in the world today, headlined the 2018 edition of the ProgPower USA festival, recording the performance with multiple cameras under the direction of Patric Ullaeus, and now, newly signed to AFM Records, the live package is being released on Friday 28th August as 'Alive In Color', of which, 'Indulge In Color', is today's Track Of The Day. Soon thereafter, the band will return to the studio to begin work on its 8th studio CD, which will come from AFM sometime in 2021. Formed in Los Angeles, California in 2000 by guitarist/ keyboardist/songwriter Nicolas van Dyk, the band features iconic vocalist Tom S. Englund of Evergrey, the phenomenal rhythm section of Chris Quirarte (drums) and Sean Andrews (bass), keyboard phenomenon Vikram Shankar plus additional guitar work from the legendary Chris Poland (Megadeth, OHM) and Simone Mularoni (DGM).
Fortune Favors The Brave 12/8/20
Cult US Melodic/AOR act Fortune travelled to Milan in late April last year to record a rare live set at the annual Frontiers Rock Festival to celebrate the release of their then brand new album, ‘II’, of which 'The Gun's Still Smokin' Live' CD+DVD set was released last Friday and 'Freedom Road' is our Video Of The Day. Fortune released a self-titled album back in 1985 that is still highly regarded by fans of the AOR genre thanks to the soaring vocals of Larry Greene (also featured on the ‘Top Gun’ soundtrack), which were magnificently blended with the keyboards of Roger Scott Craig, the guitar playing of Richard Fortune and the rhythmic drumming of Mick Fortune. Splitting soon after, a full band reunion show eventually took place over thirty years later in Nottingham, followed by their signing to Frontiers.
Hyperspace Festival Rescheduled 11/8/20
Not unsurprisingly, the third edition of Vancouver's Hyperspace, Canada's premier Melodic and Power Metal festival, organised by Journeyman Productions, scheduled for next month, has been rescheduled to 2021 due to the uncertainty of Covid-19 pandemic provincial rules for event gatherings. Over the past two years bands from all over the world have come to play Power, Prog, and Speed Metal, including performances by Crimson Shadows, West of Hell, Judicator, Odinfist, Ravenous, Helion Prime, Iron Kingdom, Apprentice, Tanagra, Scythia and many more.
Hackett's Deja Vu 11/8/20
Steve Hackett releases 'Selling England By The Pound & Spectral Mornings: Live At Hammersmith' on Friday 25th September, and this 2CD + DVD live recording is from his critically acclaimed 2019 UK tour, of which 'Deja Vu' is today's Video Of The Day. The concert was recorded on the final night of the tour at the Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, with Steve joined by his touring band of Roger King (keyboards), Jonas Reingold (bass), Rob Townsend (saxes/flutes), Craig Blundell (drums and percussion) and Nad Sylvan on vocals. Special guests for this performance were Steve’s brother John Hackett (flute) and Amanda Lehmann (guitar and vocals), which also included tracks from his acclaimed 2019 release 'At The Edge Of Light'.
Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival Preview 11/8/20
Today's latest Blues On The Radio Track Of The Day previews The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, cancelled this year but raring to go in Colne in 2021, including Robin Bibi, Davy Knowles, Layla Zoe, Keith Thompson, Buck & Evans, Connor Selby, Dom Martin, Mike Farris and Kyla Brox, along with new releases from The Allman Betts Band (pictured), Malaya Blue, Jimmy Regal and the Royals and Chris Corcoran.
Friday Night Stand-Up 10/8/20
Don't forget that comedian, DJ and author Pete K Mally, is streaming The Pete K Mally Stand-Up Show Show at 7pm this Friday 14 August, and if you use the limited code PETEK2020, you can get a discount off your ticket here. Pete spent his youth defending his love of Classic Rock and Metal, and he gets the hump when High Street stores are flaunting AC/DC , Iron Maiden and Ramones t-shirts as simple fashion accessories (we've earned these stripes). He is a regular compere at Rock festivals and supported Wayward Sons and The Last Great Dreamers before lockdown. Now in his forties he openly listens to Poison and is unashamed in this (a little).
Wider Da Engst 10/8/20
Self-confident and authentic as usual, Engst is back with their first single, 'Wieder da', from their eagerly awaited second album, 'Schöne neue Welt', due to be released on Friday 30th October via Arising Empire, of which today's Video Of Day premiered yesterday on YouTube. The album consists of a perfect combination of Matthias Engst's gripping voice, overwhelming hooks and tearing guitars. Indeed the Berlin band, also consisting of Ramin Tehrani - guitar, Chris Wendel - bass and Yuri Cernovolov - drums, are ready to continue what they started, not only with their successful debut 'Flächenbrand', but also given their potential as a support act for renowned bands such as Massendefekt, Betontod and Rogers.
Spellbook Interview 10/8/20
Spellbook joins Today's Zach Moonshine Show Track Of The Day show to talk about the new record 'Magick & Mischief'. Zach also takes questions from the live chat and plays new music from the band, as well as other new releases from Flame, Graves Of Giants, Pale Horseman, Septicflesh, Agon, Korgul The Exterminator, Fumigation, Plague Years, Onirik, plus classics from Orchid!
Nightbird Motel 9/8/20
Connor Bracken and The Mother Leeds Band release their second studio album 'Nightbird Motel' on Friday 25th September, with their new single 'Dream Of You And Me', due to be released in advance on Friday 21st August. Two years in the making, the album captures the band’s intent to blend their live show energy with the superior sound of the studio. Based in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the same stomping grounds as Bruce Springsteen and Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, The Mother Leeds Band is comprised of Connor (lead vocals, guitar), Rich Seyffart (drums, vocals), Chris Dubrow (bass, vocals) and Jeff Linden (guitar, vocals). While staying true to their Blues Rock roots, they have become a permanent fixture in today’s Rock scene, and the band are looking forward to touring the album next year.
One Of A Firekind 9/8/20
Modern Rock 3-piece Firekind self-release ‘What I Have Found Is Already Lost’ Deluxe Edition on Friday 30th October, of which their lead single, ‘Adrenalin’, is today's Track of The Day. Fusing epic, soaring vocal and guitar melodies with driving, powerful drums and bass, the Devon based band consists of brothers Jas Morris (vocals and previous Guitarist Magazine Guitarist of the Year winner), Dan Morris (bass, keys) and Robin Shute (drums), although original drummer and close friend of the band, Dan Collings played on the album. With Hard Rock and Prog roots spiced with an arena sound blent in, it’s hard to pigeon hole them which bodes to a myriad of Rock tastes. This is a theme throughout, augmented by the acoustic bonus tracks which were recorded and produced by Jas and Dan in their home studio during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Broken Hands Split In Two 9/8/20
British Rock band Broken Hands released their second album 'Split in Two' last Friday via SO Recordings, of which ‘Run Away’ is today's Video Of The Day. The track is an Indie anthem with Pop sensibilities, rich for arenas and small venues alike, taking influence from the era of Brit Rock heroes such as Oasis and The Verve. It follows the previously shared guitar fuelled ‘For The Night’, which is a heartfelt ballad of stadium-sized proportions demonstrating a different side to the acclaimed Kent Rock band. Indeed, the band’s live dynamics and sonic blend of Rock, Indie and Americana-esque moments has been captured throughout 'Split In Two'.
Deluxe White Feather Drops November 8/8/20
Not only is Cormac Neeson performing at this weekend's Modern Rock Wellbeing Festival here tomorrow, but the re-issue of his acclaimed 'White Feather Deluxe Edition' album is due to be released on Friday 6th November, on Social Family Records. Delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the album drops just ahead of his proposed 14-date UK & Ireland tour, that kicks off on Wednesday 11th November at Liverpool's Philharmonic. The Deluxe Edition is 16 tracks including two brand new studio recordings, three bonus tracks and the new radio mix of latest single 'Do Something Today'. Originally released as a 10 track limited edition, 'White Feather' was a top 5 album in the official UK Country Rock charts, one that will sit easily alongside the classic singer-songwriter narrative albums.
Walk In Style 8/8/20
Following on from some excellent reviews for their album 'The Ticket to Memphis', released in April this year, Richard Townend & The Mighty Bosscats have released a new video for their track 'Walk in Style' ,which is today's Video Of The Day. Not only that, but the band also released another new album at the end of last month, through all good commercial digital stores, entitled 'Moscow Bosscats', recorded live on a trip to Russia in May last year with a fine bunch of guys at the Moscow Rhythm and Blues Club.
Auto Reconnaissance 8/8/20
Today's Track Of The Day is ’The Tower of Babel’, from The Tangent, the Progressive Rock group led by Andy Tillison, and it's the second single to be taken from their 11th studio album 'Auto Reconnaissance’, due to be released on Friday 21st August via Inside Out Music. It's the follow-up to 2018’s ‘Proxy’, which sees them continuing the band philosophy of celebrating the golden age of Prog, whilst bringing it to the present and exploring new paths for the music to take in the future. For this album, Andy (vocals, lyrics, keyboards, composer), is joined by Jonas Reingold (Steve Hackett) bass guitar, Theo Travis (Soft Machine) sax and flute, Luke Machin (Francis Dunnery) guitar and Steve Roberts (Godsticks) drums.
Modern Rock Wellbeing Festival Weekend 7/8/20
Following the storming success of June’s Spirit of Wildfire2 radio festival, Great Music Stories Radio is broacasting its Modern Rock Wellbeing Festival Weekend here from 5pm tonight to 11pm Sunday. Consisting of 100 live sets, plus an all-female headliner bill, led by Deborah Bonham, Melissa Etheridge and Verity White, the bill has attracted some top USA artists including BadFlower, JD Simo, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Sari Schorr and Austin Jenckes, as well as some British icons including Toby Jepson, Nick Van Eede and Irwin Sparkes from the Hoosiers. Ash Wilson will also be playing a 25-minute tribute to Peter Green; Hoss from Thirteen Stars will be doing a second set of fun 80's guilty pleasure covers; and Daxx & Roxane have recorded a full Rock covers set!
Evanescence Nominated For Best Rock Video 7/8/20
Evanescence's Video Of The Day for 'Wasted on You' has been nominated for "Best Rock Video" at this year's MTV Music Video Awards, the only nomination from a female-fronted band in its category. It was filmed entirely by the band members themselves on their iPhones while in quarantine under the guidance of Director P.R. Brown. More singles and videos from the band's upcoming Rock epic 'The Bitter Truth', their first album of original music in almost a decade, will be out later this year. The band also tour Europe next year with Within Temptation, kicking off at Zurich's Hallenstadion on Wednesday 8th September, stopping off at London's The O2 on Monday 4th October.
Blues Club Hunters 7/8/20
Today's latest Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day is another two hours of non stop Best in Blues and beyond with More Music and Less Chat, including new releases, classic tracks and UK IBBA Presenters' Picks, featuring music from Chris Bevington Organisation, Jim Kirkpatrick, JT Lauritsen & The Buckshot Hunters, Eliza Neals, Wayne Nicholson & John Campbell, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Chris Corcoran Band, Wily Bo Walker & Danny Flam, Robbie Reay, Kaz Hawkins, Paul Gillings, Kirk Fletcher, Susan Santos, Rob Oliver, Mike Ross (pictured), Hurricane Ruth, The Teskey Brothers, Gregg Martinez, Richard Townend And The Mighty Bosscats and many more.
Lock It Up - Live In The Lockdown 6/8/20
Deep Blue Sea, like virtually all bands during the lockdown and beyond, have been unable to get together and play - but by the magic of the interweb - from locations around London - attics, bedrooms and bathrooms! - they have re-recorded three songs under the banner 'Lock It Up' - and if you would like an mp3 of any or all of the tracks then go here, or just drop an e-mail to deepblueseamusic@btinternet.com and the band will send you the downloads! A reference to their 2018 album recorded at Harpenden Rock and Blues Festival, the tracks, which were also captured on phones and Zoom cameras and put together as clips, have all been changed a little here and there because of the lockdown and together the band hopes they create a snapshot of life as it is at the moment and also give a positive look to the future.
Third Stage: Live In London 6/8/20
Supergroup Flying Colors will be releasing their brand new live album, ‘Third Stage: Live in London’, on Friday 18th September via Music Theories Recordings, of which 'Mask Machine' is today's Video Of The Day. With guitarist Steve Morse (Deep Purple), drummer Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater), keyboardist/vocalist Neal Morse (Spock's Beard), bassist Dave LaRue (Joe Satriani) and powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Casey McPherson (Alpha Rev, The Sea Within) - the result was always going to be lightning in a bottle. Filmed during their 2019 US and European tour, the footage not only captures the exhilarating sold-out final night, last December at the iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire, but also includes bonus material of music videos and concert footage of their Morsefest 2019 performance in Cross Plains, Tennessee. ‘Third Stage: Live In London’ captures the band in all their uncompromising glory, five musicians, that when they come together, prove that they have a special and breathtaking connection. In the words of Mr. Portnoy, it’s the “rarest of all sightings", but what a sight to behold.
The One Arctic Rain 6/8/20
A new Swedish Melodic Rock sensation, Arctic Rain's ‘The One’, due out tomorrow, is an outstanding debut album, of which 'Lost' is today's Track Of The Day. Indeed, the group’s intention from the off was to write songs with a strong Melodic vibe based around the instrumental harmonies of influences such as Whitesnake, Mr Big, Foreigner, Talisman, Def Leppard, Toto, Treat, Dokken and White Lion, but with a modern twist. The core of the band is the songwriting of seasoned keyboard player Pete Alpenborg (who has worked with Revolution Saints, House Of Lords, Issa, All 41, Toby Hitchcock, Sunstorm and Kee Of Hearts), the tasteful guitar skills of Magnus Berglund, plus the amazing voice of Tobias Jonsson.
Savoy Brown CD Review 5/8/20
"Recorded in New Jersey, the album is dedicated to studio owner and engineer Ben Elliott, who sadly passed away after working on the album. The stand out track for me is the closing slow and expressive instrumental ‘Crying Guitar’, which does what it says on the tin, featuring some lovely lyrical note selection using a warm fat tone that I associate with a Les Paul; some really nice controlled and clean bending on this. I’d take an entire album of this quality any day of the week.”
Today read another one of our great album reviews, as Simon Green gives you his take here on Savoy Brown's CD 'Ain't Done Yet', which is due to be released on Friday 28th August, plus check out our Video Of The Day of 'All Gone Wrong'.
Secrets & Lies 5/8/20
Jakko M Jakszyk's enforced sabbatical from King Crimson has given him the opportunity to complete a new solo album, 'Secrets & Lies', due to be released on Friday 23rd October, of which the first single, ‘The Trouble With Angels’, makes its debut on Friday 14th August, complete with an extraordinary animated video by Iranian film maker Sam Chegini. 'Secrets & Lies' contains ten songs that balances sensitive writing, musical technique and accessible tunes cast in an impressively cinematic sound world. The result is a mature work brimming with yearning melodies in symphonic or widescreen settings, fluid guitar work, and Jakko’s heartfelt, emotional vocals. Jakszyk is joined by bandmates Robert Fripp, Gavin Harrison, Tony Levin and Mel Collins, as well as appearances from John Giblin (Peter Gabriel), Mark King (Level 42), Peter Hammill (Van der Graff Generator) and noted British comedian Al Murray.
WoR Prisoners 5/8/20
North Carolina’s Groove Metal outfit WoR is gearing up to release their debut album 'Prisoners' this Friday 7th August via Bungalo Records/Universal, of which their first single, 'Predator', is today's Track Of The Day. Throwing in elements of Thrash, Metalcore and even Hardcore Punk, everyone in the band has taken a different musical path and the variety of influences shows through in the unique and original sound. It’s a little bit Melodic and a little bit Old School, but completely energetic, and promises to be an extreme journey from start to finish, a Metal album through and through. Consisting of Bobby Demoss – vocals, Ben Kaiser – guitar, David Nisoff - guitar, Phillip Funderburk – guitar and Hunter Crews – drums, there are no clean guitars on the whole album, just heavy and groovy riffs. Indeed, there is something for Metal fans from the entire spectrum to enjoy, especially those who like Pantera, Lamb of God and Machine Head.
Vanishing Point 4/8/20
More than six years since the release of 'Distant Is The Sun', Vanishing Point are once again ready to take on the world with their world-class Melodic Metal assault on the senses and their sixth full-length album, 'Dead Elysium', is set for release on Friday 28th August. Indeed, it's a revisit to the epic and bombastic sounds of soaring vocals, heavy guitars and mesmerising orchestral elements, and is a return to form for Australia’s most iconic Melodic Metal band. Widely regarded as their most recognisable album, 'Distant Is the Sun' was received with universal praise by critics and fans alike, and the band did headline tours in Australia, New Zealand and Japan, until their music stopped abruptly. Now fans from all around the globe will be counting the days until the arrival of this new masterpiece, but it's absolutely worth the long wait!
Caine And Able 4/8/20
Four-piece Caine are hitting you all with a lockdown relaunch of their huge second single ‘We Are What We Are’, of which their quarantine music video is today's Video Of The Day. One of the best videos to come out of lockdown, the London band are pushing the UK Rock/Metal genre and have found their feet and sound with this explosive single and are tipped for some big things in 2021 with two more singles planned for this year alone. For fans of: Bring Me The Horizon, While She Sleeps, Tremonti, Shvpes and Wes Borland (Limp Bizkit), the band consists of James Brown – vocals, Dan ‘Rev’ M Hicks – guitars, Josh Bates – bass and Jonny Burraway - drums.
Peter Green Tribute 4/8/20
Another all new Blues On The Radio Track Of The Day today pays tribute to Peter Green (pictured), plus also celebrates Buddy Guy's birthday and three IBBA Picks Of the Month from Paul Gillings, Kaz Hawkins and Robbie Reay. There's also new music from Troy Redfern, Jim Kirkpatrick, Kirk Fletcher, Chris Bevington Organisation, J.T.Lauritsen & The Buckshot Hunters, The Lucky Losers and Rob Oliver.
Deep Purple Rock Candy 3/8/20
Speaking to Rock Candy Magazine for their latest cover article, Deep Purple stalwarts Ian Gillan and Ian Paice have revealed what fuels their enduring passion for Rock music – and it has nothing to do with money! It’s their abiding love for being in Deep Purple, not the pots of cash, that has ensured the legendary Rock band has survived for more than 50 years – and it also means that Purple are still making exciting and creative music with new album 'Whoosh!’. The coronavirus pandemic put paid to the band’s plans to undertake a major tour this year, but there’s no doubt that Purple’s loyal fans will turn out in droves to see them when they hit the road in earnest in 2021, especially given that the band acknowledge that they can’t simply go on forever.
Where We Belong 3/8/20
In these unfortunate and strange times, it was good to hear that not only is the Jamie Porter Band still going strong, but that they have just dropped their latest single and today's Track Of The Day, 'Where We Belong', on all good digital platforms. Featuring Danny Porter on bass/vocals and Jamie on all other instruments, 'Where We Belong' is about the music community and a sense of belonging, and even if you don’t feel part of a community yourself, music can make you feel like you are part of one, whether it is a community group or style of music, following the same band or united by a song. It gives a sense of identity and common ground. That feeling of standing in a crowd singing at the top of your voice with hundreds of others to a favourite song by a live band, it lifts you and releases you from your lonely place lifting you up high. You can't argue with that!
Tied Up In Love 3/8/20
"I Get Up" sees Myke back on his Black Les Paul, and Quinn on a similar Tokai, giving that twin Rock guitar sound with Myke on vocals. It’s 12 bar Rock and Roll with attitude, a rolling drumbeat and Kim doing a very good Kill Bill Uma Thurman impression. They end with 'Take Me Home', all foot stomping Rock and Roll, with Kim the pouting seductress, the crowd chanting "Rock and Roll" and a no shred solo. Kim dives back into crowd to use the last of her considerably energy to mosh with the fans to the final licks of Myke’s shred finish. High fives all round for a job well done." That was part our take back in February on Myke Gray's London Underworld gig (pictured), and Shades Of Gray have just released today's brilliant Video Of The Day, 'Tied Up In Love', taken from their forthcoming album, due to be released later this year, of which a signed limited run of one thousand copies can be pre-ordered here.
H.E.A.T/Collateral Reschedule UK Tour Again 2/8/20
"As the band said: "They just do it and they want to be the best at it." Well they certainly have achieved that. A real epic Melodic Classic Rock rollercoaster of a CD that not only turns up the gas to H.E.A.T mark two, but one in turn that will make you sweat and want to keep permanently on your current Hard Rock playlist." That was part of our take on Swedish rockers H.E.A.T's superb latest album 'H.E.A.T II', and given the current coronavirus lockdown, the band have had to reschedule their October UK tour, along with British Rock band Vega, award winning band Mason Hill and 4-piece Collateral, to October next year. Tickets remain valid for their all dates.
Bevington's Sand & Stone 2/8/20
Chris Bevington Organisation recently released their fourth album and their best yet, ‘Sand & Stone’, of which the title track is today's Video Of The Day. Written and produced by the talented Scott Ralph and Jim Kirkpatrick, it features eleven original tracks, reflecting the skills and musicianship of all the strong, diverse talents and musicianship brought together. Indeed, added to the band’s usual line-up of Chris himself (on bass), FM guitar wizard Kirkpatrick, the fabulous vocal duo of Kate Robertson and Sarah Miller (from Nearly Dan) and the vocal and guitar talents of Ralph, there’s also a brilliant guest session by Chris Aldridge from the Climax Blues Band on saxophone. The band also boasts a fantastic brass section comprising of Ben Oakes (sax) and Lewis Topping (trombone), whilst the rock solid drums of Neil McCallum (Climax Blues Band) and keyboard skills of Dave Edwards complete the strong, cohesive nine-piece line-up.
Simply Country 2/8/20
Today's latest Simply Country Track Of The Day features music from Charley Pride, Matt Scullion, Mindy McCready, Laura Evans (pictured), Kenny Chesney, Brooks & Dunn, George Hamilton lV, Travis Tritt, The Songs & Stories Collective, Donna Marie, Sarah Yeo, Tennessee Twin, Lonestar, Rick McCue, Jim Reeves, Tammy Wynette, Jimmy Dean, Gulf Stream Riders, Seth Jones Band, Willie Nelson, Michael Logen, Jennifer Hanson, Chloe Chadwick, Martina McBride, The Heggarty Twins, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Steve Newsome, Wild Fire, The Far North, John Denver, Emilia Quinn, Kimberley Wheeler & Roadside Holiday, Patty Loveless, TJ Walker, Karen Thomsen Onstage and Jimmy Henrich.
Need To Breathe 1/8/20
Grammy® Award-nominated Rock band NeedToBreathe recently released ‘Banks’, the fifth song off their highly anticipated new album 'Out of Body', due to be released on Friday 28th August via Elektra Records/Centricity Music, and the visualiser for the new song is today's Video Of The Day. Not only that, but earlier this week, the band announced they will welcome their new album with 'Celebrating Out of Body', a fully immersive concert experience directed by acclaimed filmmaker Elizabeth Olmstead that will see the band perform their new songs live for the very first time here at 9pm ET (2am UK time) on release day. Streamed from the studio in Nashville, Tennessee, this high definition audio and video experience will put fans right in the middle of a live performance to celebrate the album’s release.
Phobetor Interview 1/8/20
Debora and Marc from Phobetor join today's The Zach Moonshine Show Track Of The Day to talk about their new record plus answer fan submitted questions from the live chat. Of course there's also new music from the band as well as brand new tracks from Plague Years, Graves of Giants, Luna13, Aborted Fetus, Intronaut, Ages, Diamond Dogs, Fore, Infesticide, Law of Contagion, Messiah, Soulbound, The Projectionist, Uada, Undead, Zakk Sabbath, Jason Aaron Wood, Unhuman Disease, Sagtikos, The Fungus, and a few classics by request from Ozzy Osbourne and Black Label Society!
August WRC Bulletin Out Today 1/8/20
Still no live gigs, but again we hope that you managed, like us, to catch some great live streams in July, plus that you also checked out some of our lockdown album reviews, namely Kansas, Geoff Tyson, The Sleep Eazys, Enuff Z'Nuff and Dion? Also watch out in August for more reviews including Jim Kirkpatrick, Savoy Brown, The Tangent, Morse/Portnoy/George, Joe Payne, Connor Bracken and The Mother Leeds Band, ED Brayshaw, Kirk Fletcher (pictured), South Of Salem, The Allman Betts Band, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Walter Trout and Joe Satriani. Indeed if you are still kicking your heels and you fancy doing a self-isolation CD review of one of the albums above, or just contributing something of musical interest, then don't be shy, just e-mail us at wrinklyrockers11@aol.com In the meantime, take care and keep safe.