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Independent artists Jaycen Mckissick and Emily Whitehurst have teamed to star Survival Guide. The duo are members of The Action Design who are currently on a hiatus. Mckissick talks about the new project, sound and vinyl release.
Independent band Unwritten Law are streaming their newest single, “Starships and Apocalypse,” off their soon to be released album, Swan.
The southern California quartet, Unwritten Law, recently announced Australian performance dates. The band is scheduled to play 4 dates in March in the land of Oz. The indie band hasn’t toured Australia since 2008.
UL will offer unreleased single, “Starships,” off of Swan as a free download with every ticket purchase, so Aussie fans will be the first to hear the band’s evolved sound. The offer is only available for tickets purchased in January.
In support of their most recent album release, Oak & Gorski will be playing three dates in the California area.
The indie music world is always craving something with a new edge and Oak & Gorski bring exactly what is needed to the table. With Cello as a lead instrument they have created their own unique brand of “Cello Rock” that can be heard in full force on their recently released fourth studio album, Love Destroyer.
After raising $13,368 in 30 days on Kickstarter, having three albums under their belt and various placement on TV and film, there is no doubt this was a highly anticipated record.
Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Oedipus is an alternative/progressive rock power trio who has been topping the Polish Modern Rock charts for over seven months and counting. Their hit singles, “Tres Las” and “Burn It Down”, released as a digital singles in the States back in June 2010, will have you dancing your way into 2011.
With reminiscence of the rock-like melodies of Muse and 311, this is something you don’t want to miss out on.
A three piece making more noise then a three piece rightly should, [Oedipus] manage the type of grandiose, over-sexed, balls out, guitar rock that are both melodic and epic. – ScenePointBlank.com
The indie artist Yogy has recently released his latest mixtape called Love and Guns.
At the young age of 22, Yogy started his career writing, recording, executive producing and engineering his own music for the past 2 years. The artist can be categorized with the rap or hip hip labels, but he life experiences sets the tone for his music.
Yogy has his own publishing under ASCAP, has a solid demo, performance resume and a top 40 sounding single. The hip hop artist has opened for well-known artists such as Murs, Obi Trice, Too Short and DJ Quick.
Hailing out of Oakland, California, Yogy is from where musicians are known for their formally known “Hyphy Movement” bringing a different look to the bay’s market. Growing up in tough streets between Oakland and San Francisco, from being homeless, to witnessing friend’s murders, the artist has really devoted time to making good music and perfecting his craft to make it out of the common hood struggles of urban communities.
The world’s greatest Christmas and Hanukkah Rock ‘n Roll band, The Yule Logs’ sophomore album,Walked With A Reindeer is available for purchase. Whether you have seen them playing the local community center, elementary school or dive bar, The Yule Logs’ holiday enthusiasm is truly contagious.
Walked With A Reindeer is chock-full of the pop punch/tongue-in-cheek attitude that has made The Yule Logs an eggnog-chugging holiday free-for-all. Fans still dancing the “Hanukkah Mambo” and humming “Christmas Is Lonely When You’re A Jew”, from their previous album, will be fast to add these 13 smokin’ hot cuts to their holiday lexicon.
Cisco Adler and his new band, The Pigeons, will be performing live at The Roxy on November 16. They will deliver their California pop and rock twist, full of big hooks and sing-a-long melodies, to an all-ages crowd with friends The Street Drum Corps.
With tracks varying from the upbeat, horn-accompanied “Body Language,” to the stripped down, acoustic “Maybe Never,” there’s a song for everyone.
Cisco Adler and the Pigeons dropped on the scene at the Sunset Strip Music Festival on August 28 to rave reviews. “[Cisco Adler] provided exactly what we’ve come to expect of the artist: catchy, feel-good grooves that can’t be confined to one genre,” Kristin Houser of LA Music Blog said of the band’s energetic performance.
Lady Danville is an acoustic folk pop trio from Los Angeles, California. Making the trek cross country, the band is thrilled to play 3 shows at the 2010 CMJ Music Marathon leading up to their highly anticipated tour with Ben Folds.
With Michael Garner on keys, Matthew Frankel on the cajon, and Dan Chang on the guitar Lady Danville is most recognized for their well-crafted harmonies, thoughtful lyrics and refreshing dose of energy, wit and charm, evoking the sound of Simon and Garfunkel meets Death Cab for Cutie.