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12 Rock Videos On YouTube With More Than 1 Billion Views
12Oct By SimonNo Comments
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12 Rock Videos On YouTube With More Than 1 Billion Views

Evanescence is the latest band to achieve a once-unthinkable milestone. "Bring Me To Live" has crossed the one billion view mark on YouTube. And we'd be lying if we said we weren't responsible for at least 267 of those views over the last few years. Here's a deeper dive where we take a look at 12 rock videos on YouTube that have been viewed more than a billion times. Sure bands like Bon Jovi and AC/DC have hit the mark but that's to be expected. Pop stars? Sure, a lot of them have more than a billion. And of course, in researching for this article we came across the fact that the first act to achieve this accomplishment was Psy with the phenomenon "Gangnam Style" (yes we can do the dance still). So congrats to Amy Lee and company from Evanescence, you've entered into a pretty e...
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Seven Acts Eligible For The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class
20Jul By SimonNo Comments
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Seven Acts Eligible For The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class

We recently did a little homework and came up with a list of acts that will be up for nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023. The Hall opened in Cleveland, Ohio in the summer of 1995 with the goal of recognizing the music industry's most revered talent. So have a peek, let us know what you think of the lineup, and link up with the full list below. You can have a look at the 2022 class here. 7. Destiny's Child Originally known as Girls Tyme, Destiny's Child has sold more than 60 million albums worldwide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQgd6MccwZc 6. Queens of the Stone Age Formed in 1996 in Palm Desert, California, frontman Josh Homme has been the only mainstay throughout Queens of the Stone Age great run. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s88...
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Danny Paradise Releases “On Her Wings” Music Video
31Mar By mendowerks2 Comments
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Danny Paradise Releases “On Her Wings” Music Video

Accomplished Yogi and talented musician Danny Paradise have released a new music video for "On Her Wings". Appearing on his Caravan of Souls album, the song features the undeniable talents of Nadia Deleye. Caravan of Souls was released to the public in the fall of 2021. Grammy-nominated producer Michael Ruff is involved in the project and is featured on piano, bass, flutes, drums, and percussion. The visually stimulating video for "On Her Wings" was filmed in Danny's Hawaiian homeland. Caravan of Souls Inspired by The Radiance Sutras by Dr. Lorin Roche, the ancient text describes more than 100 different doorways into meditation. Dr. Roche brings a unique perspective to each of these teachings. That, and guidance on how to best practice each. Longtime Yoga Teacher As for D...
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Dopapod Release “Black Holes”, Announce George Clinton Tour Dates
31Jan By SimonNo Comments
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Dopapod Release “Black Holes”, Announce George Clinton Tour Dates

Progressive groove rockers Dopapod's brightest days are still ahead of them. Their forthcoming self-titled studio album featuring the new single "Black Holes" will be their seventh. Tickets are on sale now for their summer tour dates with the legendary George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic. Dopapod treats each of its albums as experiences meant to be shared out of your speakers, on stage, and in other creative ways. Sure, lots of bands have creative videos to accompany new music releases. Dopapod has taken that a step further and will be offering up a tabletop board game specifically created for this new album. Formed out of the Boston music scene, they incorporate elements of jam, funk, metal, and even a hint of Americana at times. The result is a unique style that has made the...
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Album Release: Dana Fuchs’ ‘Borrowed Time’ Drops April 29th
29Mar By SimonNo Comments
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Album Release: Dana Fuchs’ ‘Borrowed Time’ Drops April 29th

Accomplished blues-rocker Dana Fuchs is set to release her new studio album this spring. Borrowed Time will be out on Ruf Records on April 29th. On this, her eighth studio album, she leans heavily into her southern rock influences. You can expect 12 new songs inspired by experiences that influenced her at a very early age growing up in Florida. On Borrowed Time, Fuchs' signature voice evokes Janis Joplin's spirit with Mick Jagger's swagger. The album was recorded over eight days in a Michigan studio. Joining bandmates Jack Daley and Jon Diamond were guitarist/engineer Kenny Tudrick, drummer Todd Glass and keyboardist Jordan Champion. The band gelled and tracked everything live, never needing more than a few takes for each song. As a result, they captured a rootsy, Rolling Stone...
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Listen To The New Song by Chicago Punk Rock Band Bad Planning
28Mar By SimonNo Comments
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Listen To The New Song by Chicago Punk Rock Band Bad Planning

Chicago punk rock band Bad Planning just released a new song and it is one you don't want to miss. The track, called "Throw," is full of energy and will get your adrenaline pumping. If you're looking for a new punk rock anthem to add to your playlist, here's something to consider. Bad Planning has been compared to Chicago-based bands such as Rise Against, Alkaline Trio, and The Lawrence Arms. In 2019 they released their latest album called “Splitting Hairs”. The album featured some heavier material with singles like "Be Brave" and "Actor". The four-piece, consisting of Alex Crook, Jack Coombs, Aaron Hornback, and Miles Schuett teamed with Jump Start Records in May of 2021. They share a DIY ethos and love for punk rock. Bad Planning has begun to grow outside of their local scene as t...
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Pop-Punk Band 408 Pays Tribute To Mark Hoppus On Catchy New Single
24Mar By SimonNo Comments
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Pop-Punk Band 408 Pays Tribute To Mark Hoppus On Catchy New Single

Orlando's 408 has just dropped a new single that's making some waves. The song is a tribute to Blink 182's legendary bassist "Mark Hoppus" and the accompanying music video will put a smile on your face. 408 teamed up with Kellin Quinn from Sleeping With Sirens and Joshua Roberts from Magnolia Park to pay tribute to an artist that's had a huge impact on their lives. The goal was to record a genre mashup that stayed true to themselves while paving new ground. The resulting collaboration combines elements of Juice WRLD style trap with pop-punk vibes and they've succeeded in creating something unique. To the point that they've gotten the attention of Mark Hoppus himself as evidenced by this tweet by the man himself. https://twitter.com/markhoppus/status/1507059696577875969 Now...
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