Dreams Of Vertigo Pays Homage To Chester Bennington On “Looking For An Answer”

Four years ago, the world lost a rock legend and voice for the voiceless, when Chester Bennington died on July 20th, 2017. Still fresh from the realities of losing Chester, California alternative rock artist Doug Ferguson, who records and performs under the moniker Dreams Of Vertigo, was in the crowd as Bennington’s Linkin Park bandmate Mike Shinoda poured his heart out on a song he wrote, just a week … Continue reading Dreams Of Vertigo Pays Homage To Chester Bennington On “Looking For An Answer”

Dizasterpiece Drops Single “Echo Chamber”, Announces New Album

New Jersey East Coast hip-hop artist Dizasterpiece has released his newest single, the boom-bap influenced “Echo Chamber”. Dizasterpiece’s signature energetic delivery is showcased on the track, which is a true spiritual throwback to artists like The Wu-Tang Clan and The Beastie Boys. “Echo Chamber” is the first single from his upcoming nine-track album,  Regression Toward The Mean, out everywhere on August 5th. Lyrically, “Echo Chamber” touches on the fictitious nature of both social media and the music … Continue reading Dizasterpiece Drops Single “Echo Chamber”, Announces New Album

Gainseville Punks Mike & The Nerve Release “Bad News”

Gainesville, FL punk rock ‘n’ roll band Mike & The Nerve have just dropped their latest track, “Bad News”. The single is a straightforward, punk-tinged rock track true to the band’s Gainesville roots. Lyrically, “Bad News” is about temptation in its many awful forms and the struggle to resist it when we’re at our lowest.  “In the context of the song, this temptation is personified as a charismatic friend … Continue reading Gainseville Punks Mike & The Nerve Release “Bad News”

Refrain Interview: Atwood

Hailing from the fertile rock breeding ground of Milan, Italy, Atwood introduced themselves to the local scene with the release of their first single – Black Mirror, which was just the beginning of a storyline. Their debut EP, “at odds”, delivered in November 2018, has been defined as “a seamless blend of pop, alternative rock, synth and electronics and some post-hardcore influences flowing into one … Continue reading Refrain Interview: Atwood

The Refrain Interview: 5-7-Zero

5-7-Zero is a metal band based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. With Gabe Josefowicz on guitar and vocals and Cat Havrilla on bass and vocals, this young band, which began in February of 2020, is making waves in colorful fashion. Through influences such as Nirvana, Halestorm, and Seether, they write mostly originals, but can also cover several different genres due to their eclectic nature. They have been … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: 5-7-Zero

The Refrain Interview: Quiet Like A Thief

Boston/Long Island pop punk outfit Quiet Like A Thief have just released their latest album, Through The Looking Glass. Big hooks, heart-on-sleeve lyricism, cascading and beautifully presented melodic rock production adorns the EP, sure to make them a household name in the pop punk scene.  On release day, the band has released the track “Downward Spiral” as a single. The song features Nick Thompson of Hit The Lights and was … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Quiet Like A Thief

The Refrain Interview: I Met A Yeti

Orlando, Florida’s 5-piece progressive post-hardcore outfit I Met A Yeti, has made waves in the genre with their EP titled Camp Yeti, a 5 track venture into the concepts of identity, relationships, and internal conflict. IMAY has toured the US several times going as far as Sacramento California. We got a chance to catch up with Daisy of IMAY as part of out Refrain Interview … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: I Met A Yeti

The Refrain Interview: Dolleesi

Dolleesi is an internationally recognized singer and songwriter, currently based in Los Angeles, CA. She was born in North Greece and was raised on the island of Rhodes, where her talent in music started to bloom. Dolleesi is known for her powerful vocals and her impressive range that blend harmonically with the smooth sound of her guitar and piano, creating a unique vibe that makes … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Dolleesi

The Refrain Interview: Analog Drip

Analog Drip is a two-piece Pop Punk/Alternative Rock band from Jacksonville, Florida. They have been playing in bands together since high school and have the liver damage to back up the party lifestyle they portray in their lyrics. Connecting with the crowd isn’t hard when you write songs about good times, positivity, love lost and the sting of nostalgia. If you’re trying to have a … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Analog Drip

The Refrain Interview: Tracy Marie

Cleveland Singer/Songwriter Tracy Marie has written hundreds of songs, released 6 albums and has performed professionally for more than 20 years in the Rock, Blues and Folk scene. Her performances have included venues from nursing homes to the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and back home at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame where she received a nomination for “Rock Hall Riot Girl” in 2008, an award also … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Tracy Marie

Life Right Now Asks “What’s LOV3?” With Pop-Tinged Hardcore Banger

Post-hardcore/pop crossovers Life Right Now are coming in hot, following-up on the Billboard-charting success of their previous album and a successful tour with Crown The Empire and Attila. They return with their first new single of 2021, “What’s LOV3?.” The track seamlessly blends pop sensibilities with brutal riffs and guttural screams. Lyrically, the single deals with deteriorating relationships brought on by the pandemic. “This track is about … Continue reading Life Right Now Asks “What’s LOV3?” With Pop-Tinged Hardcore Banger

The Refrain Interview: Hollow Intent

Hollow Intent is a hard rock/metal band based out of Wilmington, North Carolina. Riff heavy, high energy, and super dynamic, the band is making its presence very well known.  Hollow Intent began when guitarist, Will Baker, and drummer, Mark Davis, started jamming together and the chemistry was undeniable. Shortly after, they brought on bassist, James DesChamps and guitarist, Wesley Seven and began developing an intense … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Hollow Intent