Stanford Hazy is an alternative rock band based in Helinski, Finland. Their sound could be described as a mix of Classic Rock sound with a modern twist. They have seven songs available on the web on Soundcloud and Spotify. They really shine when they stick to the straightforward hard rock approach to their music. At times, Stanford Hazy will insert some rap segments into their hard rock music much like Linkin Park, but I prefer it when they stick to the hard rocking attack of guitar, bass, and …

GiGalator is a new free app for the iPad with an optional upgrade for $1.99 ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gigalator/id611514859?mt=8 ). The free app allows you to create a stage layout for one stage and the optional upgrade allows you to create stage layouts up to 10,000 stages! This app allows the user to use a sample venue stage floor and add the needs you have to play your gig. You can add graphics to the stage layout that show your needs like instruments, monitors, guitar amps, mic placements, …

Anodine is a project driven by the German multi-instrumentalist Patrick Heyer. Their debut album “Passages” was released in January 2013. The album features 16 songs of atmospheric rock with really strong and interesting melodies. I would describe their sound as a cross between Nine Inch Nails and Korn with a little David Bowie thrown in for some spice. Patrick has a really dark and foreboding voice that really carries most of the album. He creates really memorable melodies that carry you on …

Shayan is a young pop musician on the rise. He was born in India, but now lives in the United Kingdom. His debut album “Feel” will drop in May 2014, but you can check out a few samples on his web site at http://www.shayan.com The music has lush string and piano arrangements that sets the tone for Shayan’s honest and heartfelt lyrics and vocal deliveries. On first listening, his style reminds me of a cross between Enrique Iglesias and Elton John. “Joy” is a standout track …

 "Mob Justice" by The Rival Mob If you're looking for a hard hitting album full of anger, disgust with the human race, and classic Boston style hardcore, then look no further, because you've found it with The Rival Mob's new LP "Mob Justice". Full of Boston hardcore legends, The Rival Mob brings you a new LP on the great Revelation Records and right from the first track titled "Intro Grunt" you can feel the anger and power of this album. Full of non-stop bangers that …

The power trio is alive and well. The Jackpine Snag, a three piece rock band from Lansing, MI describes their music as “Heavy Blues Grunge Rock Stuff.” They have just released their explosive debut EP “The Omega Stump” on Silver Maple Kill Records. The Jackpine Snag sound like a cross between Cream, Alice in Chains, with a sprinkle of The Black Keys thrown in. The band members include Joe Hart on guitar and vocals, Greg Lamb on bass, and Todd Karinen on drums. (L-R Joe Hart, Todd …

Tokyo Roadhouse Sonic Sex Castle" EP by Slumlord Radio From the very first riff and growl on the new Slumlord Radio five song EP "Tokyo Roadhouse Sonic Sex Castle,” Slumlord Radio let you know they are ready to rock out on their new release. Energy is the word to describe “Fort Knox.” The boys drive some of these riffs like a beer can to the head on a drunken Saturday night in your favorite dive bar, which is exactly where Slumlord Radio likes to hang out I’m sure. …

Antilogical, a three piece punk band based in Grand Rapids, MI are releasing their latest recording called “Degradio,” a seven song EP to be released on Silver Maple Kill Records on January 25, 2013. This is the third release by the band. Their debut release was a 2010 EP called “Zombie Sundae,” and their sophomore release was a full length album called “Shackled” which was released in June of 2012. (Dustin Anderson - vocalsit/guitarist, Ryan Schubert - drummer, and …

The latest EP (released on Twelve Sixty Five Records in August 2012) “Modern Times” by Brighton, MI based punk band All the President’s Men started as a side project by vocalist/lyricist Colin Cubr. Avery Black (guitar) and Wes Black (drums), who were in the Livingston County, MI band Apathetic Critic, joined Colin to create the recording. Bass player, Blake Hatherly, joined in for this project too. The band’s influences include Have Heart, The First Step, Ceremony, Minor Threat, …

The Threads - hardcore punk band from Brighton, MI release their EP “Blank Sheet” You gotta love youthful hardcore energy. The Threads, out of the burgeoning Livingston County hardcore scene in Michigan have released their new new EP “Blank Sheet.” This EP is proof that the energy in young men with testosterone and anger know how to channel this drive into music. This EP hits heavy and hard and never lets up.   Vocalist Noah Thorne has a little bit of Title Fight influence in …