rock ‘n’ roll

3 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#33)

August 12, 2022 — Leave a comment

1. WolveSpirit: From Germany, a band that encompasses many variations of rock and metal, including blues, psychedelic, melodic, groove, and a nod to classic. For fans of Billy Idol, The Rattles, Wolfmother, etc. WolveSpirit is currently recording their next album, Titanium, in Nashville. For now, you can check out their other albums, including their 2022 release, Change the World. Listen to their latest single, “Don’t You Know,” and be sure to follow them on their various socials and streaming services.

2. Love and a .38: Rock from California. For fans of AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Kix, etc. Love and a .38 has been playing as many shows as possible in the aftermath of the pandemic, sharing the music they wrote during those two years for the first time live. Here’s a single from 2021, entitled “Stand and Fight.” Keep an eye on their socials for news and show dates!

3. Ivy Black: Melodic rock with just a hint of pop hailing from Scotland. For fans of later Pink, The Donnas, The Pretenders, etc. Ivy Black just welcomed a new bassist to their ranks, and in February they released the track “Take Me, Break Me.” Give it a listen!

3 Bands/Artists You Should Be Following (#32)

July 22, 2022 — Leave a comment

It’s been ages, but I’ve decided to pick up where I left off and continue telling y’all about the bands/artists I come across on my various social medias that y’all should know! Yes, it used to be five bands/artists each post. However, I decided that was too much for the reader and didn’t offer enough focus to those featured. So…let’s dive right in, shall we?

1. Overthrone: Metalcore from the UK. For fans of Fit For a King, Wage War, etc. Overthrone released their sophomore album, The Path of Destruction, earlier this year and recently supported Dropout Kings at a show in Birmingham. Check out their latest single here and visit their socials for more!

2. South of Eden: Rock from Ohio. For fans of Greta Van Fleet, Dorothy – a mix of classic and current rock, or as I have heard it called, “vintage rock.” South of Eden has several shows coming up, and they have been teasing new music soon!

I have seen them live and I highly recommend getting to a show if you can. The band is very energetic, Ehab’s vocals are amazing, and Justin is one hell of a guitarist. (Plus, they’re super nice guys!)

3. Mac Saturn: A mix of rock, blues, funk, soul, and R&B from Detroit, Michigan. Another vintage rock band in the vein of Dirty Honey, there are definite elements of classic rock & roll such as Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers incorporated in their sound. Mac Saturn is currently touring and just did two shows opening for The Black Crowes! I recently shared their latest single, “Mr. Cadillac,” when I posted about the California Dreamin’ Tour, so I’m gonna give y’all a different track here. This is called “Diamonds.”

Dirty Honey: California Dreamin’ North American Tour 2022

July 17, 2022 — Leave a comment

The North American leg of Dirty Honey’s California Dreamin’ Tour kicks off August 25th in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The opening acts will be Mac Saturn and Dorothy. You can get your tickets at dirtyhoney.com.

  • 8/25 – Oshkosh, WI – Waterfest*
  • 8/26 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line*
  • 8/27 – Fargo, ND – Fargo Brewing Company*
  • 8/29 – Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre*
  • 8/31 – Saskatoon, SK – Louis’*
  • 9/2 – Edmonton, AB – Starlite Room*
  • 9/3 – Calgary, AB – Commonwealth*
  • 9/5 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw*
  • 9/7 – Portland, OR – Revolution Hall^
  • 9/8 – Seattle, WA – The Neptune^
  • 9/9 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory^
  • 9/11 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station^
  • 9/13 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre^
  • 9/14 – Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom^
  • 9/16 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues^
  • 9/17 – Waterloo, NY – Del Lago Casino#
  • 9/19 – Montreal, QC – Club Soda*
  • 9/21 – Harrisburg, PA – HMAC^
  • 9/24 – Detroit, MI – Pine Knob, WRIF Radio Show (Festival)
  • 9/25 – Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life 2022 (Festival)
  • 9/27 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection^
  • 9/28 – Joliet, IL – The Forge^
  • 9/30 – Belvidere, IL – Apollo Theater AC^
  • 10/1 – St. Louis, MO – Red Flag^
  • 10/2 – Fort Smith, AR – TempleLive^
  • 10/5 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre^
  • 10/6 – Ventura, CA – Ventura Music Hall^ (New date!)
  • 10/7 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst^
  • 10/9 – Sacramento, CA – Aftershock 2022 (Festival)

^ Mac Saturn and Dorothy supporting

* Only Mac Saturn supporting

# Only Dorothy supporting

Throwback Thursday: “Try To Fight It” by Shallow Side

June 30, 2022 — Leave a comment

Had to share this throwback from my Alabama boys! It was one of the first songs I heard by them, and I specifically remember buying the CD at a show where they opened for the Georgia-based Almost Kings. Now Shallow Side is blazing a path that can’t be stopped and I’m so proud. Lol.