rock
That One Time I Tricked the Front-man
He was the lead guitarist of a very popular local band that played the big venue on the west side of Phoenix, Arizona in the early-to-mid-1980s. Full of himself, as all good front-men — and women — should be. Where would David Lee Roth have been in the mid-80s had he not had buns of steel and the attitude of a narcissist?
By Suzy Jacobson Cherryabout a year ago in Beat
Discover Gratiswand: A bold new sound in their ep "Guts, Balls, Heart & Soul"
Kiel, Germany – a place with a rich musical history and a burgeoning underground rock scene. It's from this vibrant city that Gratiswand, a band forged over 15 years of evolution, emerges with their new EP, Guts, Balls, Heart & Soul.
By mysoundMusicabout a year ago in Beat
Worldwide Panic Show Growth And Fortitude With New Song "Break Me Down"
Hard Rock/Alternative Metal band Worldwide Panic have released their furious and rebellious new track “Break Me Down”. It’s the first release from the Los Angeles, CA based band’s upcoming 2nd full-length album, which will be released in the first quarter of 2025. The song was produced by the acclaimed Bob Marlette (Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Shinedown, Rob Zombie) and mastered by Chris "Zeuss" Harris (Hatebreed, Demon Hunter, Rob Zombie, Jasta). The track is a bellicose rant against authority figures and people in positions of power who try to break down your spirit and confidence through gaslighting and mind games.
By RockNRollBuddhaabout a year ago in Beat
CARSEX Hit The Target With New Single "Sitting Ducks"
Punk band CARSEX is back with their latest release “Sitting Ducks”. It’s the follow-up to the Long Beach, CA based band’s successful single & video “Crooked Canvas”, which garnered the band support on Punk, Rock, and Metal playlists at Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, Deezer, and Audiomack. Both songs were produced by Steve Evetts (Sepultura, Alesana, Poison the Well, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Butcher Babies). "Sitting Ducks" is a deep dive into current human-interest stories that permeate the news, and the shape of the human condition in 2024.
By RockNRollBuddhaabout a year ago in Beat
How Frank Sinatra Pissed Off David Bowie
David Bowie had fucked up, and now he was kicking himself. It was 1968, near the start of his career. To make ends meet, he was working for a music publisher writing English lyrics to foreign language songs. He’d been given a French song to work on called Comme d’Habitude. He banged out some lyrics and created a version called Even a Fool Learns to Love.
By Chris Yandaabout a year ago in Beat
It May Feel Bad: The Soundtrack of My Year. Runner-Up in The Soundtrack of Your Year Challenge.
Looking back, 2024 wasn’t the year I’d hoped for. Yet, through the valleys and peaks, music—and the people closest to me—helped me find moments of joy, loss, and resilience.
By Paul Stewartabout a year ago in Beat
The Evolution of Music: A Journey Through Decades of Hits
Music has always been the heartbeat of human culture. It has woven itself into every moment of our lives, from ancient drum beats to the electrifying sounds of modern pop. The evolution of music is a fascinating journey through decades of creativity, innovation, and emotional expression. As society has changed, so too has the music that mirrors our thoughts, feelings, and dreams. From the rebellious guitar riffs of classic rock to the catchy, auto-tuned beats of contemporary pop, the transformation of music is as dynamic as the world around it.
By Adepoju Toheeb Ojo about a year ago in Beat
Erik Knear: A Songwriter Who Speaks from the Heart
Erik Knear is a talented singer-songwriter from California whose music is built on honesty, emotion, and personal reflection. With each track, he invites listeners into his world, sharing his thoughts, feelings, and experiences through his unique brand of storytelling.
By mysoundMusicabout a year ago in Beat
Top Five Live Covers You Should Watch
Not too much on denigrating the art of the cover, now. Especially, as I've made clear, the live one. It's often high stakes thanks to some inaugural, celebratory, or tribute event in an arena, maybe even in front of the original artist. The live cover, in my opinion, is how an artist truly earns their stripes. Have they made it their own whilst honouring the original? Have they chosen the right track, or indeed been chosen for the event correctly? And ultimately, can they sing someone else's notes and lyrics with new, exciting meaning without changing its DNA?
By Jessica Baileyabout a year ago in Beat
