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Emily Wolfe talks 'Lips'
Austin-based singer/songwriter and powerhouse guitarist, Emily Wolfe has returned with her new single “Lips,” which features Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal. The single is available now through Judge & Jury Records. "Lips" marks Wolfe’s first single of many that will eventually form an album. The song exudes an equal amount of chemistry and swagger. A mix of 70's and 80's rock with a modern twist, the track also features production from Gavin Brown (Three Days Grace, Ba
Tracy Heck
8 hours ago2 min read
Comprador release 'reduce your motion blur'
Comprador recently released new single "reduce your motion blur" on April 4 and the song deals with the trials of maintaining adult friendships. Comprador is the alias and recording project of Philadelphia musician Charlie D' Ardenne. Comprador 's new album Please Stay Off My Ass was out on April 25. Rock Life spoke with D' Ardenne recently who talked the direction of his new music. Rock Life: How's your day going? Charlie D' Ardenne: Good. I just walked to my former roommate
Tracy Heck
1 day ago5 min read
Suzy and the Substitutes bring wake-up call on '21st Century'
Recently, Rock Life got the chance to once again speak with Suzy Wilson about her new single and where her music is currently at. The 69 year old has been pushing her motto, "old as dirt, metal as f*ck,' for quite awhile now and seems to have pushed aside any lingering doubts about coming back to the music world. Her music had stalled over the past year because of a personal tragedy and health issues so she is eagerly looking forward to seeing how things go. On April 21, she
Tracy Heck
1 day ago1 min read
soft spot gearing up for EP release
Stamford, Connecticut alternative grunge band soft spot have been out touring ahead of the May 22nd release of their new EP, 1-800-soft-spot, which features new single "Temporary Bliss." The video for the new single can be viewed here . The band will be playing a release show on the 22nd at Cafe Nine in New Haven, Connecticut. Last week, Rock Life spoke with soft spot vocalist Gianni Carpanzano who talked about the tour, the E.P. and the new single. In addition to Carpanzano,
Tracy Heck
Apr 81 min read
LYLVC building community with 'Starless'
Raleigh's own hybrid rock/hip hop group, LYLVC, recently wrapped up some tour dates playing with Butcher Babies, Eva Under Fire and Jeris Johnson. The band is out touring behind new single "Starless," which features Saliva's Bobby Amaru and is a song about finding the hope in darkness and previous single "Barely Human," which deals with the ruins of civilization. Last week, Rock Life caught up with LYLVC vocalist Alyse Zavala and rapper Oscar Romero. Rock Life: You've been ou
Tracy Heck
Apr 26 min read
soft spot playing Toledo, Ypsilanti
Stamford, Connecticut's own alternative rock band, soft spot, have been out on the road for a 10-date run through the East Coast and Midwest. The tour will be stopping at Frankie's in Toledo tonight and at Ziggy's in Ypsilanti tomorrow night. Drawing influences from iconic bands like Alice In Chains, Hum and Superheaven, soft spot is known for painting vivid atmospheric sound scales with heavy, distorted riffs. soft spot are also known for their enthusiastic live performances
Tracy Heck
Mar 251 min read
The Rasmus' Lauri Ylonen talks new music, touring the U.S.
Copyright: Cheryl Frishman Copyright: Cheryl Freshman Last Friday, Finnish rock band The Rasmus played a...
Tracy Heck
May 16, 20251 min read
Powerhouse group Close Enemies headed to Token Lounge
Close Enemies, the powerhouse rock band featuring vocalist Chasen Hampton alongside legendary musicians, bassist Tom Hamilton (Aerosmith)...
Tracy Heck
May 16, 20252 min read
Deadly Apples gearing up for new album release with new single 'Volatile'
Montreal-based rock/metal powerhouses Deadly Apples recently released their new single, "Volatile," which will be on their upcoming album...
Tracy Heck
Feb 20, 20254 min read
Dommin releases first new album in 8 years
Dommin have returned with a fifth full-length album called The Martyr , which came out on Friday. The Martyr is comprised of five...
Tracy Heck
Feb 17, 20258 min read
Twiztid celebrates Halloween in Detroit with House of Krazees reunion
Detroit hip hop duo Twiztid returned to Saint Andrews Hall for their annual Devil's Night show, but this year they also added a special...
Tracy Heck
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Violet Breed's AleX on working with Brian Wheat and new single
UK singer/songwriter Alex Gonzato (AleX) is enjoying the positive reaction to the debut single "Awake" from his band Violet Breed, the...
Tracy Heck
Nov 7, 20245 min read
The Mendenhall Experiment looking to take things to the next level
The Mendenhall Experiment recently released their new single "Say It," a dynamic track that is one of their heaviest to date. Based in...
Tracy Heck
Jun 7, 20245 min read
Nonpoint promoting new music, tour
South Florida-based rock band Nonpoint have been entertaining fans with their energetic live sets for over two decades. The band recently...
Tracy Heck
Jun 5, 20244 min read
Kaleido showcasing new music at District 142 show with Alien Ant Farm
Detroit's own Kaleido have been staying busy releasing a number of new singles as well as their first comic book The Dark Hertz. Last...
Tracy Heck
Jun 4, 20245 min read
The Almas playing Havoc Fest
Hailing from New Munster, Wisconsin, rock band The Almas have just released their new single "Lifeline." The track deals with mental...
Tracy Heck
Jun 2, 20245 min read
100 Watt Vipers back with 'Wired For Power'
Jacksonville band 100 Watt Vipers are back with a brand new lineup and a brand new album Wired For Power. The band originally disbanded...
Tracy Heck
May 31, 20241 min read
Devilskin's 'Surfacing' pays tribute to the past while roaring into the future
New Zealand rockers Devilskin are gearing up for a national tour with Tadpole and Skinny Hobos to celebrate their tenth anniversary....
Tracy Heck
May 31, 20241 min read
Them Damn Kings' 'Shown With a Fist' blasts off
Them Damn Kings have released a brand new single "Shown With a Fist," which is the perfect blend of metal and rock. The song is a...
Tracy Heck
May 14, 20241 min read
Ashes to Omens declare 'Feed Me More'
After a short break, Georgia five-piece Ashes To Omens are back with a new single "Feed Me More," which takes the band to their next...
Tracy Heck
May 14, 20241 min read
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TRACY HECK: Tracy is a Detroit-based writer and occasional photographer. She has contributed to a number of local and national publications including AXS, Examiner.com, The Entertainer! Magazine, CBS Local, Dearborn Press and Guide, Detroit Rock Review, Detroit City TV, Hellhound, Bleacher Report and Associated Content.
Cheryl Frishman: Cheryl is a Grand Rapids-based writer/photographer. She has contributed to AXS, Michigan Concerts and National Rock Review. Cheryl also works in public relations for Grand Rapids' band Trixy Tang and formerly worked with Shadowplay.
Tracy and Cheryl will also be working with Woody Radio and formerly ran co-music blog Rise From The Ashes.
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