Hunnypot's favorite ROCK outfit Viagra Boys just released a video to the single "Just Like You". The Street Worms album is just nine tracks long, it's a brilliant and concise portrait of who this Swedish band are. The Viagra Boys album is a brawling collection of scuzzy, yet precise street blues and freaky, often twisted imagery that lifts the listener to a powerful new level. Don't miss the band's LA show at The Echo March 20th, 2019.
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In the ethos of rock history there will always be that line drawn in the sand that some fans refuse to cross. Purists that refuse to accept that the band they grew up will never be the same without its original founding members and those that simply welcome their evolution into something greater. I fall into the latter.
Queensrÿche has always been one of those bands marked with a history as glorious as it is turbulent. With those countless radio hits and their eponymous album, Operation: Mindcrime in their back catalog, they could have very easily continued as a shell of their former selves; releasing album after album of Greatest Hits and Live recordings while living quite comfortably. Yet, in this post-Tate world, the band surprisingly continues to persevere because of their history, not in spite of it.
The Verdict, Queensrÿche’s 16th studio album (not counting former vocalist, Geoff Tate’s controversial, Frequency Unknown) and third with glass-shattering vocalist, Todd La Torre at the forefront, is a solid addition to the canon and perhaps their heaviest outing in decades.
Unlike most of Queensrÿche’s previous works, there is no gradual ascent to the summit on the opening track. This album immediately threatens to pull your head back and send it straight into your steering wheel right from the get-go. "Blood of the Levant", the album’s opener, is a full-throttle, groove-laden song that lays a powerful foundation for what’s to come.
The Verdict plays like a glorious soundtrack to a movie never made. It tosses you through turbulent storms and highway chases at full speed that cause you to fear for the hero at times and raise your fists in the air and cheer them on during others.
In tradition with the band’s past, it is not without its epic ballads. "Dark Reverie" is a tortured opus that stands well on it’s own and adds a nice break in the barrage of riffs that came before, with solid and revealing vocal performance by La Torre.
Besides the album’s modern production & thicker guitar driven sound, thanks in-part to master mixer & producer, Chris “Zeuss” Harris (Rob Zombie, Hatebreed, Shadows Fall) the most obvious stand out on The Verdict are Todd La Torre’s multiple contributions. The band has chosen to embrace his aggressive musical influences, all-the-while not sacrificing the catchy hooks, uplifting choruses and classic melodies that made Queensrÿche a household name. A fierce beast of a vocalist by his own right, La Torre has finally come into his own and learned how to nail you to the wall with his explosive, Halford-esque falsetto when it matters most and even lending his impressive drumming skills in the absence of original drummer, Scott Rockenfield, to the album.
With solid compositions, heart-wrenching solos, and just downright amazing songwriting, both longtime fans and newcomers to the fold will find The Verdict is a welcome addition to an already timeless catalog of incredible albums from one of Progressive Rock’s greatest treasures.
As always, rock on my friends! Hunnypot Approved! Overall Rating: 9.3 out of 10
Artist: Queensrÿche, Album: The Verdict, Release Date: March 1st, 2019, Label: Century Media
Hunnypot loves Baby FuzZ and their new Video/Single release "What U Gonna Do 4 Luv" does not disappoint delivering us all a new disco classic.
The music video could best be described as a late night infomercial disco fever dream. Starring Danny Tamberelli (Pete and Pete, The Mighty Ducks), the nesto directed video is a trippy sales pitch for a cure all product called 'luv' that solve all of the viewers' problems. The video builds to a furious pace, culminating in an uneasy and ultimately dark commentary sure to give every red blooded capitalist seizures. Complete with a 90s workout dance crew and twisted Bee Gees style vocals, "What U Gonna Do 4 Luv" is yet another wild and incredible music video from nesto and the Baby FuzZ crew.
Be sure to experience the full album Plastic Paradise streaming now!
Paper Jackets's new music video, is and has got us "Triggered"
Catch them performing live at our Hunnypot Live show #413 on April 1st at The Mint.
Paper Jackets emerged from the LA indie pop scene inhabited by producer Ethan Kaufmann — a driving influence of the band’s electrifying, synth-pop sound.
Summer is not even here yet and a concert is knocking on our door. KROQ is back at it again and we’re going back to BACK TO THE BEACH next to the beautiful Pacific Ocean in the heart of Huntington Beach for a two-day music festival this April 27th & 28th. The lineup includes: Blink-182, The Used, Goldfinger (w/ special guests), Reel Big Fish, The Story So Far, Anthony Green, Streetlight Manifesto, The Aquabats, Less Than Jake, The Wonder Years, Save Ferris, Story of the Year and many more!
Southern California, more specifically Orange County, has been home to an iconic music scene and that has made it possible for endless festival seasons. Even in its popularity there was still something missing. That’s when Travis Barker and John Feldmann created their music love child festival, Back to the Beach. 2019 brings forth the 2nd year of this fun weekend full of ska, punk and reggae to the stage. No matter if you’re flying solo, on a Tinder date, with the crew or with the family add in the soft sand, sunshine, ocean views and good vibes you have yourself one hell of a weekend.
Claim your stake near the front of the stage or sprawl out in the sand, theres room for everyone. This is no Fyre Festival you guys, the Back to the Beach team have created a well equipped festival ground with a ton of options for you to enjoy throughout the 2-days to make the most of your experience. You and everyone else will have at least one thing in common, to have a good time! Nothing but good vibes here. Let the Nostalgia flow through you and enjoy the music we listened to in our teenage years. Pay a visit to Hot Topic (yeah I know it’s not as cool as it used to be but maybe there is hope), comb that hair over or spike that shit up. Let’s really take it back in time and bring back that style we all once loved and lived or still do! Studded belt and all.
This is the party where all of the cool kids are jamming, playing beach games, grubbing down on delicious food and enjoying some of the best craft beers & cocktails around. Don’t forget the little ones either, the Lil’ Punk KidZone has you covered there!
Tickets are on sale now! Be sure to get yours before they prices go up from high demand. I for one am stoked! I wonder which artists we will see wondering around through the crowd. I am READY are you? For more information or to buy tickets, click HERE.
Heather Kreamer is Director of Music for Create Advertising, an entertainment marketing company. She oversees all music needs for both their Los Angeles and London offices. This includes finding and licensing the perfect commercial music, as well as working with composers to create custom scores. Prior to joining Create, Heather spent 5 years running the music department of mOcean, another entertainment marketing agency. Her background includes building the film and television department for INgrooves, a global music distributor.
She began her music career at Natural Energy Lab, where she signed artists and marketed their music for sync placements. Heather has worked on hundreds of successful motion picture marketing campaigns including Black Panther, Venom, Coco and Peter Rabbit.
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"Opium Moon’s debut album is a sublime and sensual brew of strings, percussion and bass that transports the listener to a musically soulful Shangri-La.” – Victoria Looseleaf, ArtNowLA
Sensuous and hypnotic, elegant yet deeply emotional, the music of Opium Moon evokes the mysteries of ancient worlds while remaining thoroughly contemporary. The Los Angeles-based ensemble’s cinematic soundscapes draw upon the virtuosic skills and diverse ethnic backgrounds of its members: Iranian santoor master Hamid Saeidi, innovative Israeli bassist Itai Disraeli, sought-after American percussionist M.B. Gordy, and the exceptionally expressive Canadian-American violinist Lili Haydn, whose passion and fluid mastery of her instrument enchant in every song.
Opium Moon’s eponymous debut album is our now on the Be Why Music label, distributed through ADA/Warner. The video of “Caravan” by Academy Award-nominated Genghis Blues director Roko Beliç debuted on NPR All Songs considered NPR.org. Lili Haydn’s third TED presentation is also live.
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OLD_SPORT is a five piece soul-rock band out of Los Angeles, California. Formed to create the soundtrack for the award-winning independent film ELSEWHERE, they have since headlined legendary clubs on both coasts, including The Troubadour in L.A. and The Mercury Lounge in Manhattan. Produced by Steve Kille of Dead Meadow, their three-track EP, The Midnite Vibeline Session, is available to stream now.
OLD_SPORT is Nick Vergara, Brian Williams, Keith Roenke, Michael Maio, and Andrew Gaul
Kim Kix: Singing, guitar.
Anders Pedersen: Guitar, Lap-stell guitar, keys, backing vocal.
Mike Sullivan: Drums
About Anders Pedersen a.k.a. Peasoup a.k.a. AP: Guitar player, songster. Howe Gelb’s wingman for more than a decade in Giant Sand. Proud to have served alongside good folks like Mark Lanegan, M. Ward, John Doe, Jim White, and Scout Nibblett. Avid dancer and addicted listener since the pre-teen years.
About Mike "ZACK" Sullivan: From the basements of the USA, Mike brings a primitive, passionate sound to the drums, having played with his own brother in a variety of bands (garage, rock 'n roll, country, indie, latin). And due to his Blue Man Group training in NYC, Mike is able to emote onstage using only his teeth. Mike has toured in Europe and North America, traveling with the likes of Young Fresh Fellows, The Hall Monitors, Eddie Angel, and of course, the mighty POWERSOLO since 2012, who have bestowed upon him the most honorable and appropriate moniker in Rock And Roll: ....ZACK!
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A Rock N Roll Band from Santa Ana, Orange County, CA. We just want to make love to the World.
Hurricanes, expect the unexpected.
We met, we jammed, shared many common interest, we mixed it together, and BAM! Pow right in the kisser!
We became the OC Hurricanes!
We have been fortunate enough to play various of shows. To different crowds of all sorts! We wish to play to everyone! No scenes, No Trends, just everyone! We want to make love to the world.
We have performed various of events and places around the world.
We have been fortunate enough to open up for legendary acts from the past that will never get old, more than once. Such as Wanda Jackson, Barbara Lynn, and Ronnie Spector (The Ronettes). We've also shared the stage with New Legends, such as The Reverend Horton Heat, King Khan, Plague Vendor, The Oh Sees, And many more to name.
We've also been aired on XM Sirius Radio, and 100.3 the Sound. Thanks to Mr. Steve and his staff at Little Stevens Underground Garage.
We are signed to a small but very powerful indie label in Hollywood, known as WILD RECORDS.
We are hoping to continue our journey till the end. Music, we love that shit.
Roach Sánchez - Vox/Rhythm Guitar
Gibram "Walter" Chavez - Ebass/Harmonica
Slim "Wray" Cervantez - Lead Guitar
Alex "Little Man" Marcia - Percussions
Oscar "Satan" Ramirez - Ebass/Farfisa Organ
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“You know those bands that the moment you get to the first chorus of their first song you realize, holy f*ck, they are gonna be HUGE. Introducing, Pacific Radio. With a penchant for big freaking hooks, thundering bass lines and singalong choruses, they remind me of The Killers, Weezer, the Airborne Toxic Event, Eagles of Death Metal and early Foo Fighters all poured into one flaming mojito.”
~Keith Creighton (Pop Dose)
Pacific Radio is a sonic collision of energetic garage rock with L.A. heartbreak. It's origins can be traced back to when Joe Robinson (singer/ guitar) and Joe Stiteler (bass) left L.A. punk band The Ringers in search of a more dynamic sound and space. The duo grew to a quartet with the addition of Kyle Biane (Guitar) and Hyke Shirinian (Drums). Stiteler, Biane and Shirinian created the perfect backdrop for Robinson’s catchy melodies.
After the release of their debut EP, 2017 saw the band hit the road with their wildly charismatic live show. From their home base in L.A. to Austin to Seattle to Napa’s Bottlerock Music Festival, the band began winning over fans from festivals to dive bars.
Between tour dates, the band retreated to the studio with Grammy nominated engineer and producer, Eric Weaver, putting the finishing touches on their upcoming full length album “Pretty, but Killing Me”. They diligently transformed their songs from wild rock show crowd-pleasers into a meticulously crafted record inspired by their heroes.
"Pacific Radio is a band that listeners will fall in love with from their Pop Rock to Punk Rock tempos and upbeat sound. Even with a theme around heartache and love each song has its own sound and style.” ~Alexis Coleman (Side Stage Magazine)
"...even though I hadn’t heard a single song from this band, their performance had me dancing like a maniac before the first song even finished" ~Kylie Banks (The Music Court)
Little Coyote did a thing and birthed a new single, "Witness". A moody paced, dark, indie pop ballad, "Witness" is Little Coyote's latest release on Egg Hunt Records (Sound Recording and Composition administered for synchronization by Hunnypot).
Little Coyote is a Toronto based indie pop outfit "staffed" by band mates Byron Patterson, Mike Poisson, and songwriter/leader Teagan Johnston.
Listen to the new single here: "Witness" - By Little Coyote
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Hunnypot party favorite Róisín Murphy released three new videos form her album OVERPOWERED. All the songs Róisín releases are bops. Check out "You Know Me Better".
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Michete's new song "I Cannot Survive" feat. Raven Hollywood and DoNormaal" will make you want to lay back and just chill. Michete's honest lyrics about her feelings towards being high, are real, authentic, and a reflection of troubles people face in society today. Michete tackles issues of depression, suicidal thoughts, and drug abuse. Raven Hollywood, and DoNormaal bring hypnotizing vibes to the track. Both of their unique melodies really take the listeners for a ride down the emotional moods that these artists are feeling.
When Michete calls herself an underground pop star, one doesn’t just need to take her at her word. The emcee, singer, and producer doesn’t have an official full-length album out yet, though she does have plenty of recordings (she dropped her Cool Tricks 3 EP last year), and has already played multiple sold-out shows supporting acts like cupcakKe and Shamir. Originally from Spokane, Michete’s made a name for herself as the performer to see at events aimed at large audiences.
Hunnypot can't survive without the artistic genius of Michete!
