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Interview: Upgrade Preps For Hip Hop Album Release
17Feb By SimonNo Comments
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Interview: Upgrade Preps For Hip Hop Album Release

New York-based hip hop artist Upgrade is no stranger to the music business. He's getting ready to release a brand new album that was written and largely produced by himself. He found the process to be empowering and we're excited to hear the results. Tired and My Back Hurts is due on 2/22/22 and we're here for it. You can stream or purchase in a variety of places, we'd recommend Bandcamp. But, we're not here to tell you what to do, so it's your call. We had a chance to catch up with Upgrade as he preps the release, check out the interview below. For additional updates and tour announcements check out his website and social media channels. Here's a little something to tide you over, from his previously released EP Eye For An Eye, here's "Atonement". https://www.youtube.com/watc...
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Inaugural Sound On Sound Festival Lineup Announced At Seaside Park
15Feb By SimonNo Comments
Events, Music

Inaugural Sound On Sound Festival Lineup Announced At Seaside Park

Bridgeport, Connecticut isn't the first place you'd think of for a music festival. However, Seaside Park is the perfect venue for a concert of this caliber. Sound on Sound Festival is set to take place on September 24 and 25. Dave Matthews + Tim Reynolds, The Lumineers, and Stevie Nicks will headline with a deep lineup to compliment them. For anyone who attended the Gathering of the Vibes festival, the venue will be familiar. The legendary jam-band festival took place there for many years. Unfortunately, the long-running concert ceased after celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2015. Having attended many 'Vibes', this music fan wholeheartedly endorses Seaside Park. Tickets On Sale Now Tickets are on sale to the general public now with a fan pre-sale underway as of Thursday. ...
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Visitor Impresses With Edgy New Single “Intheend”
14Feb By SimonNo Comments
Music

Visitor Impresses With Edgy New Single “Intheend”

Detroit's own Visitor is firing on all cylinders with the release of their new single "Intheend". The song appears on their new EP Greetings From Titan which is available for streaming on Spotify and Apple Music now. The alt-rock four-some consists of talented frontman Randy Gray (lyrics, vocals). While Steve Dombroski plays guitar with Dustin Buckley and William Pierce hold down the rhythm section. "Intheend" was produced by the highly respected Chuck Alkazian (Pop Evil, Soundgarden, Tantric). Visitor found themselves right at home at the legendary Pearl Sound Studios. The opening crunchy guitar riff gives way to melodic verses and a soaring chorus. When asked about the meaning behind the track, guitarist Dombroski had this to say. "Intheend" is about the battle with your ...
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LO LA To Debut New “Heartbreak Anthem” On Valentines Day
10Feb By SimonNo Comments
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LO LA To Debut New “Heartbreak Anthem” On Valentines Day

At just 21 years old, Los Angeles-based LO LA has already been performing for more than a decade. The talented singer/songwriter is coming into her own with the release of the new single "Toxic Love" on Valentines' Day. The mid-tempo track is described as a new "heartbreak anthem". It's the perfect song for anyone who's been burned by an ex-boyfriend or girlfriend. "Toxic Love" came together quickly for LO LA. She collaborated with her producer to lay it down in his parent's garage. Serving as proof that you don't always need to go into a flashy studio to express yourself. LO LA burst onto the scene in 2018 with the release of her debut single "Can't Keep Helping Myself". A cover she did of Lana Del Rey's "Queen of Disaster" led to viral fame on Tik Tok. The song has been inclu...
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Help Billie Joe From Green Day Find His Stolen Car
8Feb By SimonNo Comments
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Help Billie Joe From Green Day Find His Stolen Car

UPDATE: Billie Joe's car has been found, read more about it in Rolling Stone. The original MendoWerks piece continues below. Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has turned to social media for help finding a stolen car. According to a recent Instagram post on his personal account, Armstrong pleads with fans to reach out to local authorities if they have any tips as to the location of this classic automobile. The missing 1962 Chevy II is 'near and dear' to all their hearts. The car was in the Green Day family for more than 30 years according to his post. Anyone with information should reach out to the Costa Mesa Police department and mention incidents # 22-002015, 22-002016. The phone number to reach out to is (714) 754-5280. Let's hope someone is able to help get this sw...
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New York Rockers Bad Mary To Release Rock and Roll Classics Tribute Album
31Jan By SimonNo Comments
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New York Rockers Bad Mary To Release Rock and Roll Classics Tribute Album

They've got exciting new songs in the pipeline. But New York rockers Bad Mary are paying tribute to hit music from our past on their next release, Rock and Roll Classics: Volume 6. Due March 6th, you can expect to hear a fresh take on Blondie's "One Way Or Another", Jefferson Airplane's "White Rabbit", The Police's "Next To You" among others. Bad Mary is a talented group of musicians whose lineup is a little on the unconventional side. Composed of lead vocalist Amanda Mac, her husband Mike Staub is featured on bass. The family connection doesn't end there. Mac's father Bill is the holds it down on drums. While her Hofstra University professor David Henderson rounds out the lineup playing guitar. Classic Songs With a Punk Rock Attitude “Some of these songs we have been perform...
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8 Items Included With The New Coheed and Cambria Box Set For Vaxis II
26Jan By SimonNo Comments
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8 Items Included With The New Coheed and Cambria Box Set For Vaxis II

Coheed and Cambria are back with a new album and this collection is sure to appeal to fans new and old. Vaxis II: A Window of the Waking Mind is due June 24th and the limited edition box set is stacked with cool stuff. According to a recent press release, the album is a return to The Amory Wars. Each of their albums, with the exception of The Color Before The Sun, tells a chapter in the saga. This new album is part two of a five-part story arc. If you're new to the band, it can be a lot to take in. You can find more information on that here. Vaxis II features the previously released "Shoulders" and "Rise Naianasha (Cut The Cord)". The latter of which ended up being their highest charting radio single to date, officially cracking the top 10. Limited Edition Box Set Due June 24th...
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Sons of Silver Set To Release New Single & Music Video For “Who’s Gonna Stop Us”
25Jan By SimonNo Comments
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Sons of Silver Set To Release New Single & Music Video For “Who’s Gonna Stop Us”

Rockers Sons of Silver are gearing up for the release of a new EP. Word has just surfaced that they'll be releasing a new single and music video on February 4th. "Who's Gonna Stop Us" will be featured on the new EP Ordinary Sex Appeal set to be released later this year. In the meantime, they're paying tribute to a group that needs no introduction, The Band. Their cover of the classic "Life Is A Carnival" quickly racked out more than 100,000 views across YouTube and Facebook. We're big fans of The Band. Not only have they influenced us, directly, they’ve also been a major influence on many of our other heroes. Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and Neil Young; the list could go on and on. We wanted to pay a humble tribute on the 50th anniversary of Cahoots with our cover of "Life Is A Car...
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WØLFDARLING Releases Introspective New Single “send the sun my way”
21Jan By mendowerksNo Comments
Features, Music, Reviews

WØLFDARLING Releases Introspective New Single “send the sun my way”

Dynamic alt-rockers WØLFDARLING has returned with an introspective new song. "send the sun my way" is out now. Frontman Sam Urich had this to say when asked about the song. "I was experiencing what it is like to be afflicted by a mental illness. The song is strangely optimistic because regardless of how low I sink, I will always have some flicker of hope." Brothers Sam and Jack Urich play guitar and bass respectively with Jason Hartless contributing his efforts on drums. "send the sun my way" was produced by Chuck Alkazian. He's known for his work with Pop Evil and Tantric at Pearl Sound Studios in Michigan. A Love Letter To The Sun Essentially, the song is a love letter to the sun. A mantra, a prayer, for this agony to be scared away by the dawning of the sun. A sun that sh...
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Top 5 Internet Headlines Related To The When We Were Young Festival
20Jan By SimonNo Comments
Events, Features, Music

Top 5 Internet Headlines Related To The When We Were Young Festival

The inaugural When We Were Young Festival is officially sold out. The ensuing fan reaction to the lineup announcement nearly broke the internet. The list of bands is every emo-kid dream and will draw thousands to Las Vegas for the event in October. Tickets started at $224 for the series of shows and the price didn't seem to really matter much. Headliners My Chemical Romance and Paramore top a lineup that includes everyone from AFI and Taking Back Sunday to Bright Eyes and A Day To Remember. The show goes from 11 AM - 12 AM at Las Vegas Festival Grounds so make sure you stay hydrated. We got a kick out of some of the headlines that were floating around the internet when the show was first announced so we thought we'd share. 5. ‘When We Were Young’: 5 Questions We Have About the ...
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