Playlist Challenge, Day 147

Dope Stars Inc. — “Vyperpunk”

Playlist Challenge, Day 142

Dope Stars Inc. — “Can You Imagine?”

New Music: Neon Coven

I know I’ve talked about Lynam on here, and I’m fairly certain I’ve mentioned Adler. But for those who aren’t familiar with either band, here’s what you need to know.

Lynam is a rock band from Birmingham, Alabama. The members include vocalist/guitarist Jacob Bunton, drummer David Lynam, and bassist Mark Dzier. They are heavily influenced by the 80’s glam rock scene (Poison, Mötley Crüe, Guns ‘N’ Roses, etc.) Which is why it was a big deal when, back around 2011, Jacob joined forces with former GNR drummer Steven Adler.

Along with Jacob and Steven, guitarist Lonny Paul and bassist Johnny Martin became a band known as “Adler.” In 2012, they released the full-length Back From the Dead (and Lonny became a member of Lynam). Unfortunately, Steven ended up back in rehab. I don’t know what happened once he was out, just that Adler has done nothing since.

Anyway, fast-forward to the present. Jacob has been writing and producing (and relocating to) Los Angeles. He has since put together another band: Neon Coven.

I was surprised to discover that Jacob is not the front man in Neon Coven. A mix of electronica and rock, I find that his new endeavor is quite different from Lynam and Adler. Why don’t you see for yourself? This is their song “No One Knows You’re Dead” from the recently released EP, Risen.

 

Let’s Talk Covers (Pt. 23)

1. Fiona Apple: “Across the Universe” (The Beatles cover)

2. Emilie Autumn: “All My Loving” (The Beatles cover)

3. Maroon 5: “Ticket to Ride” (The Beatles cover)

 

Let’s Talk Covers (Pt. 18)

1. Limp Bizkit: “Faith” (George Michael cover)

2. Vampires Everywhere!: “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry cover)

3. Orgy: “Blue Monday” (New Order cover)