LORDS OF ACID Drop Kinky NFT Collection on Cardano Blockchain!

On Wednesday, September 22nd, LORDS OF ACID, the innovative industrial/techno acid-house band founded by electronic composer PRAGA KHAN, became the first significant rock band to drop an NFT on the Cardano Blockchain. The Children of Acid coin, a cartoon homage to the 1964 sci-fi movie Children of the Damned, depicts angelic school children with a psychedelic gleam in their single-eyes. The mind-expanding kids are part of the band’s fictional universe … Continue reading LORDS OF ACID Drop Kinky NFT Collection on Cardano Blockchain!

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Skillet with Adelita’s Way and Eva Under Fire at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia

By Glenn Woodell Skillet always draws an exuberant crowd and this show was no different as it was near-capacity at the NorVa this evening. Hard rockers, Adelita’s Way, who had been to the Hampton Roads area back in May, was back in front of some familiar faces as an opener. New to the area was the female-fronted Eva Under Fire – think Evanescence turned up … Continue reading Skillet with Adelita’s Way and Eva Under Fire at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia

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THE MAN FROM ALPHABET Invade the Scene with Deliciously Graphic Music Video / Cover of THE DICKIES “KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE”

Picking up and re-imagining a piece of iconic punk rock or horror is always a bold move, but THE MAN FROM ALPHABET has served up a delicious scoop of both with their tight cover and hilariously nostalgic music video of legendary American punk rockers THE DICKIES’ 1988 “Killer Klowns from Outer Space”! Originally premiered on BLOODY-DISGUSTING, the music video for “Killer Klowns from Outer Space” was directed and edited by Nina … Continue reading THE MAN FROM ALPHABET Invade the Scene with Deliciously Graphic Music Video / Cover of THE DICKIES “KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE”

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American Idol Alum Alex Miller Makes Billy Jam Records Debut With “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya”

TEXAS ROADHOUSE™ October Artist of the Month Spotlight Puts American Idol Alum On Restaurant’s 650+ Jukeboxes American Idol alum Alex Millermakes his Billy Jam Records debut today with “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya,” a fast-paced Western Swing tune that tastemaker Duncan Warwick of Country Music People calls “a guaranteed good time.” The track will spin on over 650 jukeboxes at popular restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse as Miller is chosen as the brand’s October Artist of … Continue reading American Idol Alum Alex Miller Makes Billy Jam Records Debut With “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya”

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SLAVES ON DOPE’S JASON ROCKMAN & KEVIN JARDINE present a cover of HELMET / HOUSE OF PAIN’S “Just Another Victim” for ROADIE RELIEF!

Slaves on Dope’s Jason Rockman and Kevin Jardine, along with Bill Kelliher of Mastodon, are back with their project The Kings of Quarantine, this time with a powerful rendition of Helmet / House of Pain’s “Just Another Victim.” The new video features Chris Kael (Five Finger Death Punch), Tony Palermo (Papa Roach), Matt McGachy (Cryptopsy), Bret “Epic” Mazur (Crazy Town), Lou Koller (Sick of it All), Slaine (La Coka Nostra), DJ Lord (Public Enemy), and newcomer hip-hop artist RhymeStyleTroop! Click HERE to Download “Just Another Victim” and Support ROADIE RELIEF on … Continue reading SLAVES ON DOPE’S JASON ROCKMAN & KEVIN JARDINE present a cover of HELMET / HOUSE OF PAIN’S “Just Another Victim” for ROADIE RELIEF!

ColetteJosefSeptember 27, 2021Leave a comment

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TAYLOR RAE -‘Mad Twenties’ Album Review

What an introduction–Austin-based singer-songwriter Taylor Rae’s first album is a tantalizing blend of thoughtful, expressive lyrics riding over a wide range of Americana styles. This collection of 12 original tunes runs the gamut from introspective balladry to greasy R&B, all detailing Rae’s current turbulent decade—her “mad twenties.” The first single, “Fixer Upper,” glides along in a relaxed languid groove that recalls Norah Jones, with wry … Continue reading TAYLOR RAE -‘Mad Twenties’ Album Review

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Nashville’s Next Big Thing – Country Music Singer Songwriter BRAD HARDIN Q&A

Country music had stood the test of time and has produced a plethora of legends like Hank Williams, Don Williams, George Jones. Superstars like Eric Church, Jason Aldean, and Luke Combs have been the recent craze in Nashville with their unique style that stays true to country music. As the door swings from one generation to the next we have our rising stars who pay … Continue reading Nashville’s Next Big Thing – Country Music Singer Songwriter BRAD HARDIN Q&A

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AMERICAN BLONDE Releases Captivating Debut Single “Quicksand” on Country Radio

AMERICAN BLONDE makes their Country radio debut with the hooky, Southern Rock-inspired anthem, “Quicksand.” Taste Of Countrypremiered the single, and fans can pre-save now from iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon and Spotify. Radio can access the track via Play MPE and All Access. With its addictive groove and accessible message, “Quicksand” deceives with a sparse and simple intro – and then rips the roof off with razor sharp guitar riffs and pounding percussion. … Continue reading AMERICAN BLONDE Releases Captivating Debut Single “Quicksand” on Country Radio

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CAVOS New Single “Cynical” Out Now Along with Their ALBUM Release –

BRIDGES, BRIGHT NIGHTS, AND THIEVES Hard/Alt-Rock band Cavo have released their single “Cynical” along with their album BRIDGES BRIGHT NIGHTS + THIEVES with TLG Entertainment/INgrooves. Following their recent release of Duran Duran’s “Come Undone”, and Cavo’s single/video releases in 2020 – “Muscle Memory” and “Lead On” a realization was noted that the band had a long catalog of written songs over the years. It was time for Cavo to gather them together and revisit them with their … Continue reading CAVOS New Single “Cynical” Out Now Along with Their ALBUM Release –

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The Kentucky Headhunters Headline Shed Labor Day Birthday Bash and More!

The Kentucky Headhunters Return to the Smoky Mountain Harley Davidson The Shed for their 17th year Labor Day Bash.Certain things go together like peanut butter and jelly, Ham N eggs and The Kentucky Headhunters and the Shed on Labor Day weekend!After the pandemic closed down all the music venues in 2020 The Shed is back and going strong. It would not be Labor Day weekend … Continue reading The Kentucky Headhunters Headline Shed Labor Day Birthday Bash and More!