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JD & The Straight Shot: Good Luck and Good Night Out Sept. 15!

JD & The Straight Shot are back with their latest project Good Luck and Good Night. The album captures true folk essence within each track. “The Ballad of Jacob Marley”, with its enchanting vocals and haunting banjo rhythm is a true homage to the deepest sewn roots of Americana. JD and his band of talented instrumentalists combine for the track “Moonlight”. “I Know You Know … Continue reading JD & The Straight Shot: Good Luck and Good Night Out Sept. 15!

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Upright Man Debuts Album This August

New York based Indie rock band Upright Man is set to release their self-titled album this Friday, August 18th  and it is absolutely worth hearing! The album is mellow, easy listening. The band captures laid back, psychedelic-like essence with use of deliberate vocals, roots-rock style guitar rhythms, and finessed percussion. Aidan Dolan (vocals, guitar), Nick Katz (bass, vocals) and Max Yassky (drums, backing vocals) have … Continue reading Upright Man Debuts Album This August

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Tommy Paris Releases Debut Solo Album

Tommy Paris is no stranger to heavy, hair-laden rock having worked on various projects throughout his career. Most notably, he has experienced successes with glam metal band, Britny Fox. Tommy’s first solo endeavors can he heard on his debut album featuring The Tommy Paris Band. With smoking, hair-metal tracks one would expect from a seasoned rocker as Tommy, the album boasts screaming guitar solos, riffs … Continue reading Tommy Paris Releases Debut Solo Album

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Freddie Nelson’s Shake the Cage: A Summertime Sensation!

Pittsburgh based rocker Freddie Nelson has been been hard at work int he studio this summer and his upcoming album Shake the Cage is proof! It’s British influence and melodic themes make for high replay value and the album is a showcase to Freddie’s talent as a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. Freddie was kind enough to take the time to talk about the album! Q: Hi Freddie! … Continue reading Freddie Nelson’s Shake the Cage: A Summertime Sensation!

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From NYU to Album Release: Upright Man Talks Tour Dates and More!

Upright Man, a New York City based rock trio, creates singer-songwriter vibes combined with an easy rock sound that forces the listener to stop and simply enjoy the moment. Their smooth tones, melodic vocals and instrumental talent can be heard throughout their upcoming self-titled album which will be released in August. If you live in the New York City area, you can catch Upright Man … Continue reading From NYU to Album Release: Upright Man Talks Tour Dates and More!

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Album Review: No Advisory’s Everyone is Stupid

No Advisory – Everyone is Stupid Album Review No Advisory, the band that has been rocking from Los Angeles, are delivering their angsty, punk rock style in their latest album, Everyone is Stupid. True to form, the album boasts plenty of fantastic angry screams laid over bombastic drums accompanied with driving guitars. The guys don’t hold back as every track on the album is packed … Continue reading Album Review: No Advisory’s Everyone is Stupid

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Mike Portnoy on New Album From The Neal Morse Band

The Neal Morse Band has just released what has been coined by drummer Mike Portnoy as “The best album” of his career! Check out what he had to say about Similitude of a Dream, the concept album that hit stores this past Friday! Hi Mike! How’s it going today? Just fine thanks! Q: Mike you have been quite busy lately with The Neal Morse Band being … Continue reading Mike Portnoy on New Album From The Neal Morse Band

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Cannonball Rocks is Taking Music Labels to the Artists!

The music industry can often times be a cutthroat and turbulent business. Ludek Zdrubecky is reinventing the music label and turning the power over to the artists represented! He was kind enough to share more information about the label and his current endeavors with his artists! Hi Ludek! Thank you for taking the time to talk about the record label. Q: Cannonball Rocks is unlike … Continue reading Cannonball Rocks is Taking Music Labels to the Artists!

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David and The Curse On Upcoming Album Epitaph for Love

Los Angeles based rock band David and the Curse, has been hard at work with their soon-to-be-released album Epitaph for Love! The band captures the essence of the singer-songwriter style set to a backdrop of memorable melodies. Front man David Stücken caught up with me to talk about the bands’ style and what’s in store for 2017! Amanda: Hi David! Thank you so much for … Continue reading David and The Curse On Upcoming Album Epitaph for Love

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Grand Funk Railroad Hit the Jackpot at Rising Star Casino and Resort

Grand Funk Railroad were the guests of honor on Saturday, September 17, at the Rising Star Casino in Rising Sun, Indiana. The band played to an enthusiastic, sold out venue. The atmosphere was alive with fans and casino goers when Grand Funk Railroad took the stage. Check out the photo gallery below and be sure to take a look at Grand Funk Railroad’s Website. All Photos: … Continue reading Grand Funk Railroad Hit the Jackpot at Rising Star Casino and Resort

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