NEWS: Blues Pills release their latest single ‘Gypsy’

Amassing a huge following at a rapid rate, the hottest property on the blues rock circuit at the moment Blues Pills have released their latest single ‘Gypsy’.

The American-Swedish-French quartet have produced their own take on Chubby Checker’s 1973 classic track, taken from their self titled album (released 25/07/14) via Nuclear Blast Records.

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The self titled, 10 track LP features artwork by renowned Dutch artist Marijke Koger-Dunham, who is best known for her work with The Beatles and Eric Clapton.

Relentless road warriors, Blues Pills have toured incessantly throughout the previous years, appearing at some of Europe’s premier festivals along the way such as DesertFest, Hellfest, Sweden Rock and Roadburn.

Catch the quartet’s mind blowing live show at the following dates on their headline UK run [buy tickets here]:

blues-pills-the-vintage-caravanMon Nov 10th Bristol, Exchange

Tue Nov 11th Birmingham, Oobleck

Wed Nov 12th Manchester, Star & Garter

Fri Nov 14th Milton Keynes, Crauford Arms

Sat Nov 15th Hard Rock Hell, Pwllheli

Sun Nov 16th Glasgow, Audio

Tue Nov 18th London, The Dome

Blues pills will be ably supported by The Vintage Caravan and, as announced in the past few days, BlackWolf!

If you miss them on this tour, you can catch them supporting Rival Sons on their string of UK dates this December!

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NEWS: ‘Back To The 80s’ Part 2 – Classic Rock from 1981!

 

Since we announced the ‘Back To The 80s’ series of shows some months ago, we’ve attracted a number of enquiries about what songs we’ll be playing. Not only that, but we’ve received some fantastic suggestions about what to play.

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What can we tell you about this Thursday’s show [Facebook event link here]? Well, hang on to your band patch and stud-adorned denim waistcoat, ‘cos here’s a little taster!

Thin Lizzy, Samson, Iron Maiden, Gillan, Michael Schenker, Rolling Stones, Tygers Of Pan Tang, The Rods, Trust, Rose Tattoo, Budgie, Graham Bonnet, Girlschool, Black Sabbath, Demon, Venom, Praying Mantis, Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet, Van Halen, More, Slade, Blue Oyster Cult, Whitesnake, AC/DC….

And so the list goes on!

We’ll do our level best to ensure that what’s played will satisfy your thirst for reliving those memories of yesteryear. Remember ‘Monsters Of Rock’ returning to Castle Donnington…a rather wet Donny!?

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Join us from 7pm this Thursday for Part 2 of ‘Back To The 80s’ via the links found at www.theclassicrockshow.co.uk

Cheers!

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Jake and Andy from Black Veil Brides talk about the new album “

Heart of Fire, the mind blowing single from LA’s modern day metal icons Black Veil Brides has had plenty of airplay since it was released.

BVB have worked tirelessly over the recent years, clocking up countless world tours, supported the likes of A7X, Slash, Motley Crue and Asking Alexandria, festivals such as Warped Tour, Download and Rock AM Ring, album sales, fans (over 4 MILLION on Facebook) and awards (multiple Kerrang Magazine and Revolver Golden God Awards).
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Andy and Jake were kind enough to take time out of their hectic schedule recently to record an incredible interview and track by track for us ahead of their upcoming album release (27th October) and start of the UK tour.
They go through their huge sound, big songs, what it was like working with absolute legend that is Bob Rock who has worked with bands such as Metallica, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, The Cult and Aerosmith.
These bright young men give you an insight into their mind and band.
Now hear what they have to say:
Catch the quintet and their emphatic live shows this October throughout the UK:
Fri 3rd Oct – CARDIFF University Students Union
Sat 4th Oct – LONDON Brixton Academy
Sun 5th Oct – SOUTHAMPTON Guildhall
Tue 7th Oct – BIRMINGHAM Academy
Wed 8th Oct – NOTTINGHAM Rock City
Thu 9th Oct – NORWICH UEA
Sat 11th Oct – EXETER The Great Hall
Sun 12th Oct – MANCHESTER Apollo
Mon 13th Oct – NEWCASTLE O2 Academy
Wed 15th Oct – DUBLIN Olympia Theatre
Thu 16th Oct – GLASGOW Barrowlands
Fri 17th Oct – LEEDS O2 Academy
Thanks for listening!

What have we got on tonight’s show?

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Hello!

What have we got on tonight’s show? Of course we have your requests, which include Led Zep, Ozzy, Guns ‘N Roses. But also, Alice In Chains, Halford, Testament, Accept, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, Saxon, Corrosion Of Conformity, Iron Maiden, Slayer, King Diamond, Motley Crue and Alter Bridge.

All of this, plus I’ll be shoehorning in three bands that I saw last night at the Colchester Arts Centre – Omertà, Bleech and The Subways.

Join in from 7pm!

MJx
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NEWS: Sarea set to release new album ‘This Is Not Goodbye’

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Formed back in 2008, Swedish band Sarea has been described as “a melodic punch in the face”. ‘Alive’, Sarea’s debut album, was released in October 2010 – a pacey album full of energy.

As reported back in December 2012, when the band toured the UK, I saw them play two dates – the B2 Norwich and The Dirty South in London – where they proved themselves as highly competent musicians, quickly winning over the audiences.

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Sarea are now set to release their follow up album ‘This Is Not Goodbye’ on October 10th.

‘Downfall’ is the first single to be taken from the new album and it features a brand new music video.

If you’re a fan of melodic yet aggressive metal, in the same vein as In Flames, Killswitch Engage, Soilwork, Bring Me The Horizon etc., then this new album from Sarea is well worth checking out.

It’s safe to say that ‘This Is Not Goodbye’ really takes them to the next level.

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Official Sarea Website
Official Sarea Facebook
Official Sarea Twitter

Listen out for a track taken from the new album on tomorrow nights show!

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INTERVIEW: Reagan Browne returns to England for a mini tour in October. We caught up for a chat.

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‘Gypsy Woman’s Got The Groove’ is the new single from Texas born Reagan Browne. We played the song on the show last week and it produced one of the most positive reactions to a new song we’ve seen in a while. Not only does it feature Reagan in top vocal form, the feel-good hooks lead into polished solo work from guest guitarist Eric Johnson.

Reagan Browne returns to England in October for a short run of dates:

 

October 16th at The Roadhouse, Birmingham
October 17th at The Carlisle, Hastings (Free entry)
October 18th at Leo’s Red Lion, Gravesend
October 19th at Fiddler’s Elbow, Camden Town, London

Always up for a bit of banter, we caught up with Reagan to talk about working with Eric Johnson, Phil X, Billy Sheehan and Marty Friedman. We also discussed the back story to the new single, as well as the touring band members, but we began by first talking about the sweltering heat LA residents have been experiencing recently.

Keep up to date with Reagan Browne:-

Official Website: ReaganBrowne.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/officialreaganbrownepage
iTunes: www.itunes.com/reaganbrowne

Thanks for listening!

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INTERVIEW: Joanne Shaw Taylor speaks ‘The Dirty Truth’

In May 2014, Joanne Shaw Taylor reunited with her ‘White Sugar’ album producer Jim Gaines, and recorded a new studio album in Memphis.  “The Dirty Truth” is a return to Joanne’s original sound that mixes rock riffs with blues influences. The album is released in the UK today, Monday 22nd September, on Joanne’s boutique label Axehouse Music.

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“I wanted to go back into the studio in Memphis with Jim to retain the same vibe that we captured on the first album,” says Joanne. “The new album is a combination of rock and blues. It’s an exciting collaboration, and hopefully my fans will love the more stripped down sound.”

We spoke to Joanne on the anniversary of the passing of Jimi Hendrix. Before we began our chat about ‘The Dirty Truth’ and her upcoming UK tour, we asked Joanne for her thoughts on the day we celebrate Jimi’s life and works.

Joanne Shaw Taylor speaks ‘The Dirty Truth’ here:

The new album (buy it here) dovetails Joanne’s 14-date November UK Tour with former Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden as special guest. The tour kicks off on Saturday 1st November at Norwich Epic. Click here for further details for all the tour dates.

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Joanne Shaw Taylor – Official Facebook www.facebook.com/joanneshawtaylor

Thanks for listening!

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