Yellowcard will be hitting the road this fall with The Wonder Years and We Are The In Crowd. You can check out the tour dates here. Pre-sales start today. You can purchase meet & greet bundles or regular event tickets.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Yellowcard Tour Announcement
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Yellowcard will be hitting the road this fall with The Wonder Years and We Are The In Crowd. You can check out the tour dates here. Pre-sales start today. You can purchase meet & greet bundles or regular event tickets.
Yellowcard will be hitting the road this fall with The Wonder Years and We Are The In Crowd. You can check out the tour dates here. Pre-sales start today. You can purchase meet & greet bundles or regular event tickets.
Monday, July 23, 2012
Stealing Jade Interview
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Q: Introduce yourselves (Name, age, role in band).
A: Hey I'm Emily, I'm 16 and sing and play rhythm guitar.
I'm Caroline, I'm 16, sing and play lead guitar.
Q: Was there a specific person who inspired you to pursue music?
A: Emily: I think I've always been interested in music but my desire to actually become a successful musician was when I met Paradise Fears.
Q: Tell me about your experience opening for Paradise Fears in NYC.
A: Emily: I don't even know how to begin to describe it. It was amazing and a complete dream come true.
Caroline: I have to agree. The crowd's energy was awesome and the whole night was just a blast!
Q: Did you learn or gain anything from the experience?
A: Emily: Definitely! I learned how everything kind of worked, the schedule and what not!
Caroline: Same! It was cool and helpful to see the behind the scenes stuff!
Q: Pick one song of yours and tell me the meaning behind it.
A: Emily: Prove Me Wrong is probably the most personal song to me because it was the first song I've ever written. It is not released yet but you can find it on the internet somewhere haha The story behind it is this girl that is completely in love with this one boy but is kind of wary about him. The song is basically a dedication or letter to him saying prove me wrong and let you really be perfect.
Caroline: New Life is probably the most meaningful for me and it's all about starting over, a clean slate and having a second chance.
Q: Do you name your guitars? What are their names?
A: Caroline: No! We don't name our guitars, we really should though.
Emily: I call my Taylor my 'baby' because I am always so careful with it but no official names!
Q: Celebrity crush?
A: Emily: Ah, mine has to be Zac Efron.
Caroline: Damon from The Vampire Diaries!
Q: What is one thing most people don't know about you?
A: Emily: I can't do a cartwheel!
Caroline: I sleepwalk? haha
Q: Is there anything else you would like to add?
A: Emily: Just thank you for all the support and love we've gotten so far!
Caroline: What she said haha
Q: Introduce yourselves (Name, age, role in band).
A: Hey I'm Emily, I'm 16 and sing and play rhythm guitar.
I'm Caroline, I'm 16, sing and play lead guitar.
Q: Was there a specific person who inspired you to pursue music?
A: Emily: I think I've always been interested in music but my desire to actually become a successful musician was when I met Paradise Fears.
Q: Tell me about your experience opening for Paradise Fears in NYC.
A: Emily: I don't even know how to begin to describe it. It was amazing and a complete dream come true.
Caroline: I have to agree. The crowd's energy was awesome and the whole night was just a blast!
Q: Did you learn or gain anything from the experience?
A: Emily: Definitely! I learned how everything kind of worked, the schedule and what not!
Caroline: Same! It was cool and helpful to see the behind the scenes stuff!
Q: Pick one song of yours and tell me the meaning behind it.
A: Emily: Prove Me Wrong is probably the most personal song to me because it was the first song I've ever written. It is not released yet but you can find it on the internet somewhere haha The story behind it is this girl that is completely in love with this one boy but is kind of wary about him. The song is basically a dedication or letter to him saying prove me wrong and let you really be perfect.
Caroline: New Life is probably the most meaningful for me and it's all about starting over, a clean slate and having a second chance.
Q: Do you name your guitars? What are their names?
A: Caroline: No! We don't name our guitars, we really should though.
Emily: I call my Taylor my 'baby' because I am always so careful with it but no official names!
Q: Celebrity crush?
A: Emily: Ah, mine has to be Zac Efron.
Caroline: Damon from The Vampire Diaries!
Q: What is one thing most people don't know about you?
A: Emily: I can't do a cartwheel!
Caroline: I sleepwalk? haha
Q: Is there anything else you would like to add?
A: Emily: Just thank you for all the support and love we've gotten so far!
Caroline: What she said haha
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Interview with Joey "Thunder" Brobeck of The Cab
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Q: What projects are you currently focused on?
A: We're all mainly focused on The Cab, we are all working very diligently on being the tightest band possible. We have lots of events/plans coming up and you can never be too ready. Other than that I'm a new member of Buzznet which is a whole new world to me since I've never been one to blog before, needless to say I'm having a blast with it.
Q: What do you hope to gain from touring with Maroon 5?
A: The main goal we have here at The Cab is just to be heard by as many people as possible. On top of that it's pretty much a dream come true opening for Maroon 5 not in my wildest of dreams would I ever say it could be a reality. It's such an honor.
Q: When you were beginning did you ever think that you would become as successful as you are?
A: Honestly, I didn't even think it was a possibility to get paid doing what I love (playing bass) till I was 18. It just kind of clicked one day when I was practicing with my good friend, Sam Esbin who is an amazing guitarist; we kind of realized that we've been playing together for years and never got paid at any of the dozens of dozens of shows we've played... We were very innocent and young about it. But that's honestly how I know I'm doing it for the right reasons. Happiness is always more of a priority over money, for me anyway.
Q: What is one of the most important lessons you have learned as an artist?
A: Staying true to myself is the most important lesson I have learned. Touring for so long has a way of warping one's reality, you have to keep your feet on the ground.
Q: If you had to switch places with a band member, who would it be and why?
A: I would probably want to swap with Dave Briggs. I'm a huge nerd of the rhythm section!
Q: Do you ever crave a 9-5 sort of job that doesn’t require as much creativity?
A: Not at all, I worked retail from the ages of 16-18. If I wasn't able to express myself through art I would go insane, that simple.
Q: Which song, by any other band, do you wish you had written?
A: There are so many but at this point and time: September by Earth Wind and Fire. Such an inspiring song.
Q: Things that would make your love life more exciting:
A: Being in love is all I need and I am in love with our fans, the music we play, the person I am with. There isn't much more that can get me even more excited.
Q: Things you wouldn’t want to know about your grandmother:
A: I don't know her very well but i know what I've done in my early 20s surely wouldn't want to know about her early 20s. Ehhk
Q: Things you shouldn’t title a children’s book:
A: "I wish daddy didn't drink so much"
Q: Is there anything else that you would like to add for 1 a.m. Media?
A: Thank you for your time, love and support it means the world to not only myself but everyone in The Cab's camp.
Q: What projects are you currently focused on?
A: We're all mainly focused on The Cab, we are all working very diligently on being the tightest band possible. We have lots of events/plans coming up and you can never be too ready. Other than that I'm a new member of Buzznet which is a whole new world to me since I've never been one to blog before, needless to say I'm having a blast with it.
Q: What do you hope to gain from touring with Maroon 5?
A: The main goal we have here at The Cab is just to be heard by as many people as possible. On top of that it's pretty much a dream come true opening for Maroon 5 not in my wildest of dreams would I ever say it could be a reality. It's such an honor.
Q: When you were beginning did you ever think that you would become as successful as you are?
A: Honestly, I didn't even think it was a possibility to get paid doing what I love (playing bass) till I was 18. It just kind of clicked one day when I was practicing with my good friend, Sam Esbin who is an amazing guitarist; we kind of realized that we've been playing together for years and never got paid at any of the dozens of dozens of shows we've played... We were very innocent and young about it. But that's honestly how I know I'm doing it for the right reasons. Happiness is always more of a priority over money, for me anyway.
Q: What is one of the most important lessons you have learned as an artist?
A: Staying true to myself is the most important lesson I have learned. Touring for so long has a way of warping one's reality, you have to keep your feet on the ground.
Q: If you had to switch places with a band member, who would it be and why?
A: I would probably want to swap with Dave Briggs. I'm a huge nerd of the rhythm section!
Q: Do you ever crave a 9-5 sort of job that doesn’t require as much creativity?
A: Not at all, I worked retail from the ages of 16-18. If I wasn't able to express myself through art I would go insane, that simple.
Q: Which song, by any other band, do you wish you had written?
A: There are so many but at this point and time: September by Earth Wind and Fire. Such an inspiring song.
Q: Things that would make your love life more exciting:
A: Being in love is all I need and I am in love with our fans, the music we play, the person I am with. There isn't much more that can get me even more excited.
Q: Things you wouldn’t want to know about your grandmother:
A: I don't know her very well but i know what I've done in my early 20s surely wouldn't want to know about her early 20s. Ehhk
Q: Things you shouldn’t title a children’s book:
A: "I wish daddy didn't drink so much"
Q: Is there anything else that you would like to add for 1 a.m. Media?
A: Thank you for your time, love and support it means the world to not only myself but everyone in The Cab's camp.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Living a Dream Turns Tragic
BY: Jessye Mess
Just recently, the band While We’re Up has been facing tragic events. The band has been following the famous Vans Warped Tour this summer to promote their music. In the early morning hours of July 8th, the band experienced a tragic car accident en route from Chicago to Shakopee, Minnesota. The car’s right rear tire exploded. Immediately, the car lost control and overturned on the highway. Unfortunately, Zachary Booher, guitarist/singer, was instantly killed. Steven Rouk and Trevor McCoy, a friend of the band, were rushed to the hospital where they spent time recovering. Trevor has suffered minor head injuries and lung damage. Steven is recovering from head and neck injuries as well as minor lung damage. The band added on their Facebook that losing Zach was such a tragedy and that they are at a loss for words. Zach was an irreplaceable friend to many. Zachary’s mother has posted on the band’s Facebook recently adding, "We've received many requests for making donations to honor Zach's name. We believe the best way to honor Zach is by establishing a music scholarship in his name at ASU. If you'd like to donate, please personal message me for the account details. We're not allowed to post the account on the internet per bank rules. Thanks again for your prayers during this sad time.”-Joanna Booher. Surely, Zachary will be missed by many. If you would like to send condolences to the band, you can tweet them @WhileWereUp or leave a message on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/whilewereup.
Just recently, the band While We’re Up has been facing tragic events. The band has been following the famous Vans Warped Tour this summer to promote their music. In the early morning hours of July 8th, the band experienced a tragic car accident en route from Chicago to Shakopee, Minnesota. The car’s right rear tire exploded. Immediately, the car lost control and overturned on the highway. Unfortunately, Zachary Booher, guitarist/singer, was instantly killed. Steven Rouk and Trevor McCoy, a friend of the band, were rushed to the hospital where they spent time recovering. Trevor has suffered minor head injuries and lung damage. Steven is recovering from head and neck injuries as well as minor lung damage. The band added on their Facebook that losing Zach was such a tragedy and that they are at a loss for words. Zach was an irreplaceable friend to many. Zachary’s mother has posted on the band’s Facebook recently adding, "We've received many requests for making donations to honor Zach's name. We believe the best way to honor Zach is by establishing a music scholarship in his name at ASU. If you'd like to donate, please personal message me for the account details. We're not allowed to post the account on the internet per bank rules. Thanks again for your prayers during this sad time.”-Joanna Booher. Surely, Zachary will be missed by many. If you would like to send condolences to the band, you can tweet them @WhileWereUp or leave a message on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/whilewereup.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Boys Like Girls "Be Your Everything" Lyric Video
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Boys Like Girls released a lyric video for their new single, "Be Your Everything."
This track will be on their new EP titled "Crazy World." The EP will be available on July 17.
Boys Like Girls released a lyric video for their new single, "Be Your Everything."
This track will be on their new EP titled "Crazy World." The EP will be available on July 17.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
The Boys of Summer Tour
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Hollywood Ending released the dates of their co-headlining tour with The After Party. Sandlot Heroes and Almost Hero will be special guests on the tour.
Hollywood Ending released the dates of their co-headlining tour with The After Party. Sandlot Heroes and Almost Hero will be special guests on the tour.
New Music from The After Party
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
The After Party released their new album, "Kansas," on iTunes today. You can purchase the album here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/kansas/id539499149
The After Party released their new album, "Kansas," on iTunes today. You can purchase the album here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/kansas/id539499149
Do you have "Hope in Tomorrow?"
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Hello Highway released his new single, "Hope in Tomorrow," on iTunes today. You can pick up a copy here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hope-in-tomorrow-single/id542438379
Hello Highway released his new single, "Hope in Tomorrow," on iTunes today. You can pick up a copy here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hope-in-tomorrow-single/id542438379
Monday, July 9, 2012
"Until It's Over"
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Action Item released their "Until It's Over" Theatrical Trailer #2 today.
Have you picked up your tickets to this red carpet event?
Action Item released their "Until It's Over" Theatrical Trailer #2 today.
Have you picked up your tickets to this red carpet event?
Josh Morgan Interview
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Q: Introduce yourself.
A: My name’s Josh Morgan. I’m 16 years old, and I played my first show at 15. I also played eleven years of baseball before I ever played a show.
Q: Describe your music.
A: I try and take the vibe, sound, and presence of a full band and pack it into my voice and a guitar. When I write songs, I play them in my head as if I’m a pop rock band- bass, drums, keys, everything. Then I play what I hear, just acoustic.
Q: How did you get your start?
A: I was lucky enough to make a connection at the Crocodile Rock Café in Allentown, PA. They gave me my first show, followed by my second show four days later, with the help of Action Item’s Anthony Li. After those, I slowly began branching out to other venues, and promoting my music to large crowds. And its just kind of went from there.
Q: Who/what are you influenced by?
A: I take note from multiple genres, ranging from pop to metal, and alternative to rap. I don’t necessarily take the exact sound, but I’ll take it as, ‘Okay, what can I do like this?” It mainly influences my writing style. As far as specific acts, I look to Never Shout Never & The Summer Set a lot. After them, I listen to Allstar Weekend, Taylor Swift, or Plug In Stereo. Those five are probably my biggest influences.
Q: Describe your writing process.
A: Most of my songs take from a situation that I’m going through- or have gone through. I’ll just start to think into the situation, and what exactly happened. Some songs, I’ll speak metaphorically. Others, I’ll be blunt and literal. Then I hit times where just one line will appear in my head out of nowhere. I’ll just think, ‘Woah, cool. That could work.’ And from there I just chip away until the lyrics are complete.
Q: What is something that you’ve learned up to this point that has greatly helped you improve as an artist?
A: You can’t let a bad show get you down, or a non-lively crowd mess your set. It becomes hard to stay with your stage presence when there’s a room full of people plainly staring at you, and not doing anything. But you just have to lose yourself in the music, and have fun. If you do it right, they’ll get right into it with you. And as well, just to not continuously wonder what they’re thinking of your set. Because when you do that, your focus leaves, and you’ll mess up your song.
Q: What are your current goals?
A: Right now, I’m focusing on releasing the best EP I can. In the near future, I’d love to tour. I love getting to talk to people, and with a tour I could talk to a whole new crowd every night.
Q: Tell me about your best performance experience?
A: There are two- the first being a show I played with Sandlot Heroes. There was a big crowd, everyone was energetic and alive, and I had so much fun afterwards. Getting to talk to and take pictures with so many people made me really happy. The second would be the first sold out show I ever played- with Paradise Fears. They’re great guys, and it was just a lot of fun to play.
Q: Who would be on your dream tour?
A: Not too long ago, I decided if I could tour with anyone, it’d be Taylor Swift. Hahaha. Other than her, I’d love to tour with All Time Low, Never Shout Never, Allstar Weekend, & The Summer Set.
Q: What is your favorite song to cover?
A: I’d have to say What Makes You Beautiful. Everyone always dances, they know the words, so they’re singing along too. And nothing is cooler than when everyone is singing, and I can literally stop for a line and hear the whole room sing it for me.
Q: If you could be a Disney villain, who would it be and why? A: LOTS-O-HUGGIN BEAR FROM TOY STORY 3. I’d be fluffy, I’d smell like strawberries, and everyone would want to hug me!
Q: If you were an inanimate object, what object would you be?
A: Can I be the stuffed platypus that’s in my loft? It’s cool and it just chills there. WAIT. There’s also a Mudkip. I’ll be Mudkip.
Q: Is there anything else that you would like to add?
A: Just keep an eye on my Facebook and Twitter for new music and shows! Also, I’m always down to play house shows, so hit me up!
Make sure to 'like' Josh on Facebook: Josh Morgan Music
And follow him on Twitter: @ItsJoshMorgan
Q: Introduce yourself.
A: My name’s Josh Morgan. I’m 16 years old, and I played my first show at 15. I also played eleven years of baseball before I ever played a show.
Q: Describe your music.
A: I try and take the vibe, sound, and presence of a full band and pack it into my voice and a guitar. When I write songs, I play them in my head as if I’m a pop rock band- bass, drums, keys, everything. Then I play what I hear, just acoustic.
Q: How did you get your start?
A: I was lucky enough to make a connection at the Crocodile Rock Café in Allentown, PA. They gave me my first show, followed by my second show four days later, with the help of Action Item’s Anthony Li. After those, I slowly began branching out to other venues, and promoting my music to large crowds. And its just kind of went from there.
Q: Who/what are you influenced by?
A: I take note from multiple genres, ranging from pop to metal, and alternative to rap. I don’t necessarily take the exact sound, but I’ll take it as, ‘Okay, what can I do like this?” It mainly influences my writing style. As far as specific acts, I look to Never Shout Never & The Summer Set a lot. After them, I listen to Allstar Weekend, Taylor Swift, or Plug In Stereo. Those five are probably my biggest influences.
Q: Describe your writing process.
A: Most of my songs take from a situation that I’m going through- or have gone through. I’ll just start to think into the situation, and what exactly happened. Some songs, I’ll speak metaphorically. Others, I’ll be blunt and literal. Then I hit times where just one line will appear in my head out of nowhere. I’ll just think, ‘Woah, cool. That could work.’ And from there I just chip away until the lyrics are complete.
Q: What is something that you’ve learned up to this point that has greatly helped you improve as an artist?
A: You can’t let a bad show get you down, or a non-lively crowd mess your set. It becomes hard to stay with your stage presence when there’s a room full of people plainly staring at you, and not doing anything. But you just have to lose yourself in the music, and have fun. If you do it right, they’ll get right into it with you. And as well, just to not continuously wonder what they’re thinking of your set. Because when you do that, your focus leaves, and you’ll mess up your song.
Q: What are your current goals?
A: Right now, I’m focusing on releasing the best EP I can. In the near future, I’d love to tour. I love getting to talk to people, and with a tour I could talk to a whole new crowd every night.
Q: Tell me about your best performance experience?
A: There are two- the first being a show I played with Sandlot Heroes. There was a big crowd, everyone was energetic and alive, and I had so much fun afterwards. Getting to talk to and take pictures with so many people made me really happy. The second would be the first sold out show I ever played- with Paradise Fears. They’re great guys, and it was just a lot of fun to play.
Q: Who would be on your dream tour?
A: Not too long ago, I decided if I could tour with anyone, it’d be Taylor Swift. Hahaha. Other than her, I’d love to tour with All Time Low, Never Shout Never, Allstar Weekend, & The Summer Set.
Q: What is your favorite song to cover?
A: I’d have to say What Makes You Beautiful. Everyone always dances, they know the words, so they’re singing along too. And nothing is cooler than when everyone is singing, and I can literally stop for a line and hear the whole room sing it for me.
Q: If you could be a Disney villain, who would it be and why? A: LOTS-O-HUGGIN BEAR FROM TOY STORY 3. I’d be fluffy, I’d smell like strawberries, and everyone would want to hug me!
Q: If you were an inanimate object, what object would you be?
A: Can I be the stuffed platypus that’s in my loft? It’s cool and it just chills there. WAIT. There’s also a Mudkip. I’ll be Mudkip.
Q: Is there anything else that you would like to add?
A: Just keep an eye on my Facebook and Twitter for new music and shows! Also, I’m always down to play house shows, so hit me up!
Make sure to 'like' Josh on Facebook: Josh Morgan Music
And follow him on Twitter: @ItsJoshMorgan
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Party, Fun, Love, & Radio
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
We The Kings released their new EP, "Party, Fun, Love, & Radio."
You can pick up the EP on iTunes here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/party-fun-love-radio-ep/id538954635
Make sure to see We The Kings playing at Vans Warped Tour this summer!
We The Kings released their new EP, "Party, Fun, Love, & Radio."
You can pick up the EP on iTunes here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/party-fun-love-radio-ep/id538954635
Make sure to see We The Kings playing at Vans Warped Tour this summer!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
New Music from Allstar Weekend
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Allstar Weekend released their new music video for "Life As We Know It."
"Life As We Know It" will be featured on Allstar Weekend's new EP titled "The American Dream." The EP will be released on Tuesday, July 3.
Allstar Weekend released their new music video for "Life As We Know It."
"Life As We Know It" will be featured on Allstar Weekend's new EP titled "The American Dream." The EP will be released on Tuesday, July 3.
Do You Like New Music?
BY: Liza Boodhansingh
Allison Saba, a singer/songwriter from Pennsylvania, released her first single on iTunes. "City Girl" is the title of the acoustic pop/rock song. The song has an Owl City sort of feeling crossed with Sara Bareilles. Allison explains the meaning behind the song as, "Finding adventure in life and dreams of moving to the big city. It's about feeling safe in a comforting place that you want to be able to call home. It's about finding that one thing in life that makes you happy when so many people are busy searching to find their contentment."
You can purchase the song on iTunes for $0.99.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/allison-saba/id535925659?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
Allison Saba, a singer/songwriter from Pennsylvania, released her first single on iTunes. "City Girl" is the title of the acoustic pop/rock song. The song has an Owl City sort of feeling crossed with Sara Bareilles. Allison explains the meaning behind the song as, "Finding adventure in life and dreams of moving to the big city. It's about feeling safe in a comforting place that you want to be able to call home. It's about finding that one thing in life that makes you happy when so many people are busy searching to find their contentment."
You can purchase the song on iTunes for $0.99.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/allison-saba/id535925659?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
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