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Tyke James, of The Moss, on New Single, Life on the Road & “Keeping Life Spicy”

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“I’ve always put everything I could into music,” says Tyke James, lead singer of acclaimed rock band, The Moss. He sits cozied up in his home, presumably somewhere in the mountains, looking jubilant and lively. After passing greetings, he’s ready to dive right into conversation about new music, new sounds, and all kinds of exploration.   The Moss just released their new single, “The Place That Makes Me Happy,” a lighthearted coming-of-age, indie-rock masterpiece about the constant search for a place that offers fulfillment. James mentions that he has always loved exploring – that he “takes adventure really seriously” – and … Continue reading Tyke James, of The Moss, on New Single, Life on the Road & “Keeping Life Spicy”

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Rock Is Not Dead & Frankie Soleil is Here to Prove It 

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by Caitlyn Tarney Frankie Soleil is no longer sorry for making a mark in Columbus, Ohio. The alt-rock band, named after the singer, consists of Soleil, guitarist Bryan Ream, and drummer Mark Fullen, who have spent the last year playing shows around Ohio. Their music has reached all the way across the country and has even attracted listeners as far as England. Frankie Soleil is making a name for themselves, and you don’t want to miss them! Making their musical debut with more of an indie sound, Frankie Soleil has since moved into the edgier style inspired by influences like … Continue reading Rock Is Not Dead & Frankie Soleil is Here to Prove It 

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The Hard-Ons Are About to Drop Their New Album, “Ripper 23”

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Australian punk band, The Hard-Ons are about to drop their new album, Ripper 23, on June 2nd off Golden Robot Records. Ripper 23 is the band’s fourteenth studio album and their second with Tim Rogers (YOU AM I) as their frontman. With their signature punk-metal-meets power pop sound, The Hard-On’s Ripper 23 will surely delight fans old and new. Pre-order today and be on the lookout for upcoming live shows! Catch up with The Hard-Ons on social media for live updates.   *Cover photo by Jo Forster, courtesy of Jo Murray.   Continue reading The Hard-Ons Are About to Drop Their New Album, “Ripper 23”

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Tommy Stinson’s New Band Cowboys in The Campfire to Release Debut Album “Wronger”

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Founding member of The Replacements, Tommy Stinson (also of Guns N’Roses, Soul Asylum, Bash & Pop, and Perfect), and his good friend Chip Roberts makeup the duo Cowboys in The Campfire. Their debut album, Wronger, will drop on June 2nd of this year. Described as “the most American album” Stinson has ever made, Wronger will coincide with a tour starting in Nashville, Tennessee.  Tommy Stinson intends to keep Cowboys in The Campfire on the road. “Chip and I are going to make a real run for it with this record,” Stinson says. “I’ve got some ideas; they’re just in my head … Continue reading Tommy Stinson’s New Band Cowboys in The Campfire to Release Debut Album “Wronger”

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The Courettes Kick Off Their US Tour with Boom! Dynamite

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The dynamic rock duo, The Courettes, consisting of Flavia Couri (vocals, guitar) and Martin Couri (drums), hail from Brazil and Denmark, and have been touring Europe non-stop since 2015. With their signature blend of 1960s garage rock, doo-wop, and surf, “the hardest working band in showbiz” are finally hitting the US stage starting May 5th. To celebrate their first batch of shows in the US, The Courettes will be releasing a special USA/Canada-only compilation, Boom! Dynamite (An Introduction on to the Fabulous Courettes) on May 12th 2023. The Courettes have previously released four albums on Damaged Goods Records, with each … Continue reading The Courettes Kick Off Their US Tour with Boom! Dynamite

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The Sound, Spirit, & Edutainment of Sihasin

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“These are rez dogs,” Clayson Benally is surrounded by puppies, who are bouncing excitedly at his feet. The Arizonian landscape behind him shows an azure horizon that stretches for miles. Before long, his sister and lifelong bandmate, Jeneda Benally, arrives on schedule. Jeneda & Clayson Benally have quite the resume. Together with their brother Klee, they formed the punk rock trio, Blackfire, protested (and sued) the federal government, and balanced their Ramones albums with the traditional Diné songs told to them by their father. In fact, their star power runs in the family. Their mother/momager Berta Benally was a folk … Continue reading The Sound, Spirit, & Edutainment of Sihasin

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The Lemonheads Kick off Their ‘It’s a Shame About Ray’ 30th Anniversary Tour

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Fresh from a sold-out tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland where they performed It’s a Shame About Ray in its entirety for the 30th Anniversary of its release, the Lemonheads kick off their North American tour on November 17th. The tour will include special guests Rusty, The Nils (performing 11/18), Bass Drum of Death (11/25-12/9), On Being An Angel (12/7-12/18), and Juliana Hatfield (12/7-12/18). North American tour dates are as follows, get your tickets while you still can! Tour Dates: 11.17 Lititz, PA Mickey’s Black Box 11.18 Toronto, ON Phoenix Theatre 11.19 Cleveland, OH Grog Shop 11.20 Bloomington, IL The … Continue reading The Lemonheads Kick off Their ‘It’s a Shame About Ray’ 30th Anniversary Tour

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The Uneasy Gets Real About Overcoming Addiction & Healing Through Music

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By Amaris Pollinger East coast progressive rock band, The Uneasy, has a logo that might look familiar to some. It’s a clash of three swords stabbed into a heart and sporting an eye. The Three of Swords is a tarot card whose symbology resonated with The Uneasy’s singer/songwriter/ founding member, Emily Jean. Like all tarot cards, The Three of Swords has a double meaning. Right side up, it represents heartache, loneliness, depression, separation, confusion, ill-health, trauma, and alienation. Reversed, the card is representative of compromise, forgiveness, overcoming grief and sorrow, and reconciliation. The card inspired Emily Jean to press on … Continue reading The Uneasy Gets Real About Overcoming Addiction & Healing Through Music

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Radkey: A Whole New Class of Modern Rock

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by Amaris Pollinger No one has executed modern rock as flawlessly as Dee, Isaiah, and Solomon Radke of Kansas City rock band, Radkey. They emerged from a literal green room and propelled themselves onto the big stage, performing with Fishbone, Foo Fighters, and Local H. Currently, they’re on the “Let the Bad Times Roll” tour with 90’s punk legends, The Offspring.  Just days before hitting the pavement with The Offspring, the Radkey team arranged an interview, for which I am eternally grateful. Isaiah Radke, the bass master, and usual Radkey spokesman joined me on 4/20 (make all the jokes you … Continue reading Radkey: A Whole New Class of Modern Rock

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Radkey Hits the Pavement with The Offspring

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Missouri rock band Radkey, consisting of brothers Dee, Isaiah, and Soloman Radke, have officially set off on the “Let the Bad Times Roll” tour with The Offspring. The tour opened on April 26th in San Diego at the Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre. Radkey will be rocking with The Offspring until May 18th, wrapping up in Pittsburgh, PA at Stage AE. The brothers will then head to Daytona Beach for Welcome To Rockville, performing with the likes of The Smashing Pumpkins, Nine Inch Nails, and Jane’s Addiction. Blame My Youth will fill Radkey’s spot on The Offspring’s “Let The … Continue reading Radkey Hits the Pavement with The Offspring