Albums to Watch
Mumford & Sons Babel TAKES OVER Billboard Hot 100 With SEVEN Songs
October/13/2012 07:49 AM
October 13, 2012
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Life of a Rock Star™ staff worried they needed to have their eyes checked when they were browsing the Billboard Hot 100 Week of October 20, 2012 charts. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Mumford and Sons. Did we say it SEVEN times? Because the Billboard.com sure did…
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Smoke & Jackal’s “No Tell”
September/19/2012 02:40 PM
September 19, 2012
Download Smoke & Jackal “No Tell” on iTunes
Released August 28th, “No Tell” is Life of a Rock Star’s new obsession. Smoke and Jackal is a side project of Jared Followill from Kings of Leon, who reportedly needed something to keep himself occupied while his band was on a break from touring, and Nick Brown from Mona. With a very alternative rock sound this song’s disturbing lyrics and mesmerizing vocals keep you listening time and again. Read More...
BAKER: Electro Pop Music's Newest Voice
September/07/2012 12:56 PM
#FEATUREFRIDAY
BAKER Interview
August 10, 2012
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Feature Friday’s are a highlight of the week for Life of a Rock Star™ because supporting new music and young talent is a great pleasure. This week, in particular, we are over the top excited to introduce our readers to BAKER, an up and coming force in the dance music scene.
BAKER is bringing a fresh face to the electro pop dance music world. He has a great sound, hot look and brings his own style reminiscent of George Michael and the 80s to the stage. Read More...
Sun City on a Roller Coaster Ride
September/06/2012 05:43 AM
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
September 2, 2012
The two talented and very cute guys behind the Australian indie pop songs caught my ear when it came time to compile the Life of a Rock Star™ Back To School playlist. “Set Alight” (on the Sun City EP also titled “Set Alight” ) is the perfect blend of upbeat and forward motion dance music balanced with lyrics that are thought provoking and relatable. The song was an automatic add to the playlist and the EP has become a favorite.
This week I got the chance to interview Daniel and Tobias (Dan and Tobes). What unfolded made me smile and I think will make you smile too! These two guys have it all together. With their talent and great personalities they are headed towards enormous success. Read More...
Cold Summer: The A-Team Interview
August/30/2012 09:26 PM
Pictured L to R: Dan Feast (vocals), Chris Harrison (guitar), then Chris Hepworth (bass) and Justin Eastwood (drums)
Cold Summer
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England
#FeatureFriday
Interview with the Band
August 15, 2012
By Nicole Hanratty
The Cold Summer "Wake" EP was released on iTunes August 6th, 2012 (which you can also listen to at the Cold Summer website). Play it through and you'll hear what I heard when I first listened. Something special is going with this post hardcore band. The music they are writing compels you to move in rhythm with the beat, their lyrics are full of thoughtful prose and yet this England based band has given a different voice to post hardcore punk. Read More...
Aoki In Wonderland
August/29/2012 10:57 AM
- Released: Jan 10, 2012
- ℗ 2012 Ultra Records
“Welcome to Wonderland,” blasts through the speakers and the crowd goes wild. Steve Aoki is among the most popular techno DJs touring today. He is in Miami Beach tonight, Orlando tomorrow (August 30th), Las Vegas on August 31st, New York on September 1st at the Electric Zoo 2012, Chicago on September 2nd, then takes his tour to Europe. (See his full tour schedule here.) His aggressive schedule speaks to the demand for him to be everywhere. Read More...
Anna Rose: Genre Crossing Her Way to Success
August/24/2012 01:06 PM
August 24, 2012
Interview by Nicole Hanratty
Take Paula Cole, Christina Aguilera and Reba McEntire and mix them up in a blender. The power house voice that pours out is Anna Rose. Meet the vivacious woman behind the amazing song, “My Body is a Cage.” Read More...
Song of the Week: Katy Cappella "All I Need (Acoustic)"
August/16/2012 12:37 PM
by Katy Cappella
SONG OF THE WEEK
August 16, 2012
When we have a song playing on repeat, we know our final decision has been made. Life of a Rock Star’s Song of the Week goes to breakout artist Katy Cappella’s “All I Need (Acoustic)”.
Katy Cappella’s voice is “play that again” good, combining smooth and powerful in a compelling way. The deep emotion in “All I Need” will haunt you. Katy Cappella’s vocals are both dramatic and enigmatic. She is the next big thing. Read More...
Mumford & Sons Release "I Will Wait"
August/13/2012 01:03 PM
Song of the Week: Gloriana "(Kissed You) Good Night"
August/09/2012 03:42 PM
Song of the Week, August 9, 2012
Gloriana
“(Kissed You) Good Night”
- Genres: Country, Music,Contemporary Country, Honky Tonk
- Released: Jul 27, 2012
- ℗ 2012 Emblem Records Inc., under exclusive license to Warner Bros. Records. Inc.
Song of the Week: The Early November "In Currents"
July/19/2012 04:02 PM
Life of a Rock Star™ Song of the Week for Thursday, July 19, 2012 is hot out of the studio… Just released July 9th “In Currents” by The Early November is playing on repeat at the Editor’s desk. (Download it from iTunes.) Read More...
Pierce the Veil Album No 3 on iTunes
July/19/2012 07:40 AM
Song of the Week: Marina And The Diamonds "Primadonna Girl"
July/12/2012 01:08 PM
is bringing you a new
Song of the Week for Thursday, July 12, 2012
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Frank Ocean Channel Orange Review
July/12/2012 10:14 AM
Album Review
July 12, 2012
Download Frank Ocean “Channel Orange” on iTunes
This is an album to watch, buy and listen to…over and over again!
Life of a Rock Star is overwhelmed by the smooth sounds of Frank Ocean’s new album. From the opening song, “Start” to the last song “End” we are enthralled by his captivating sound. Read More...
Jimmy Fallon Blow Your Pants Off
July/10/2012 09:58 AM
@LifeofaRockStar Album Review
When we are looking for a laugh, Jimmy Fallon is our go to guy. His most recent comedy album released June 8, 2012 “Blow Your Pants Off” will keep you from jumping off the rooftop on your darkest day, (at least for 44.2 minutes--if you buy the Deluxe Version). “Blow Your Pants Off” will do just what it claims, so wear your cutest and cleanest underwear! Read More...
Soundgarden Rises Again
July/09/2012 12:42 PM
Nas "Cherry Wine" feat. Amy Winehouse
July/08/2012 01:45 PM
Life of a Rock Star™ thanks Nas for bringing it all back…
The sound of Amy Winehouse singing “Cherry Wine” evokes memories of sitting beach side on the patio in So. Cal, soaking up the sun and Amy’s sweet soulful voice. HEAR THE SONG AND Read More...
Joe Walsh: Eagles, Analog Man & Politics
July/08/2012 01:02 PM
Joe Walsh is a busy man. He released his first solo album in two decades last month, Analog Man, (available on iTunes here), is planning a 40th anniversary tour with the Eagles, and is making his voice heard in the political world ---> Read More...
Asia Releases XXX
July/07/2012 07:49 PM
Whenever Life of a Rock Star thinks of Asia we immediately start singing “Heat of the Moment.” Now we’ll have a whole new album of tunes to sing.
ASIA has just released XXX ---> See video and Read More...
Song of the Week: Pierce The Veil "King for a Day (feat. Kellin Quinn)"
July/05/2012 12:14 PM
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UFFIE Difficult
July/02/2012 03:20 PM
Life of a Rock Star™ “Have You Seen?”
CHECK OUT the electronic artist UFFIE
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Song of the Week: Maroon 5 "Beautiful Goodbye"
June/29/2012 09:16 AM
10 Summer Movie Soundtracks
June/18/2012 12:11 PM
This summer’s movie soundtracks are hotter than ever. Here’s the Life of a Rock Star must have list of albums to grab, starting with “Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap” (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
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Terry Ilous is bringing something to others
June/14/2012 08:52 PM
Concert Review
Interview
June 14, 2012
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Terry Ilous ★ Interview ★ Album ★ Music ★ Rock ★ Great White
Sometimes you meet someone and you think, no one can be this real, this down to earth, this honest. And then the interview unfolds and you realize they are that real, that down to earth and that honest. They wear their heart on their sleeve and hold nothing back.
I had barely sat down for a moment with Terry Ilous—new lead singer of Great White—when Terry began espousing his views. "Society is experiencing a rebirth. How will people connect in this isolated world?" Read More...
The Killers Battle Born is Coming Soon
June/08/2012 09:17 AM
If you’re a fan of The Killers (who isn’t?) then you have been counting down the days until their new album is released, Battle Born and to see them on tour at the Firefly Festival. Read More...
Song of the Week: John Mayer "Shadow Days"
June/07/2012 04:40 PM
June 7, 2012
John Mayer is a good man...
Life of a Rock Star™ loves the genius musical talent that is John Mayer and the John Mayer hit “Shadow Days” off of the recently released album Born and Raised. Have you bought it yet? Download ”Shadow Days” on iTunes. We dare you not to love it too!
Read More...Album to Watch: The Flaming Lips and Heady Fwends
June/02/2012 03:52 PM
THE FLAMING LIPS AND HEADY FWENDS (RSD RELEASE)
The “double album pressed on two high-quality, multi-color vinyl discs housed in separate custom art jackets and poly bagged together” has sold out. According to the Flaming Lips website, “no two discs...look exactly alike.” Life of a Rock Star is counting the hours until the digital version release Read More...
Parachute by Matthew Koma on iTunes
May/29/2012 11:57 AM
Life of a Rock Star just downloaded Parachute - EP by Matthew Koma on iTunes --released for sale today--and... Read More...
Nayer Suavemente Ft. Pitbull & Mohombi
May/22/2012 11:30 AM
Jason Mraz "I Won't Give Up" Song of the Week
May/17/2012 11:49 AM
EDC Vegas DADA Life KOTEMF Contes
May/15/2012 11:38 AM
Las Vegas June 8-10th
DADA Life is giving away passes, flights, Banana suits and more! Read More...
Norah Jones in Central Park
May/09/2012 10:32 AM
Take your Happy Pills and catch a rock star concert this summer in Central Park. See Norah Jones play SummerStage. Read More...
Song of the Week: Norah Jones "Happy Pills"
May/03/2012 12:50 PM
Life of a Rock Star Band to Watch: The Glory Game
April/19/2012 05:47 AM
(Pictured Left to Right The Glory Game band members: Aaron Schwarz, Adam Longworth, Justin Cyr, Zach Klotz)
The Glory Game
Interview with drummer Justin Cyr
by Nicole Hanratty @LifeofaRockStar
Justin Cyr and his band, The Glory Game, “just need that chance.” While their music speaks for itself, (download it here on itunes), this talented rock band is made up of four guys out of the Dayton Ohio area who are working hard to get themselves heard. Read More...
Life of a Rock Star Album to Watch: Best Intentions
April/16/2012 06:50 AM
Best Intentions by
We Are The In Crowd
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We Are The In Crowd’s most recent album release “Best Intentions” is the Life of a Rock Star™ Album to Watch this week. With a few songs that lean toward a pop sound (All or Nothing, Kiss Me Again, On Your Own & You’ve Got It Made) this band is alternative, but on the light side. The Worst Thing About Me hits a great balance between the two music worlds with a dash of “angry” in the lyrics:
“I guess you were always the worst thing about me.
I can see that you’re not the real thing.
You keep me running back, running back -
This time it’s not ending well...
And if you want me now I’ll make your life a living hell.”
Check out Best Intentions by We Are The In Crowd on itunes.
Best Intentions
(Alternative)
Released in October, 2011 Read More...
We Are The In Crowd
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We Are The In Crowd’s most recent album release “Best Intentions” is the Life of a Rock Star™ Album to Watch this week. With a few songs that lean toward a pop sound (All or Nothing, Kiss Me Again, On Your Own & You’ve Got It Made) this band is alternative, but on the light side. The Worst Thing About Me hits a great balance between the two music worlds with a dash of “angry” in the lyrics:
“I guess you were always the worst thing about me.
I can see that you’re not the real thing.
You keep me running back, running back -
This time it’s not ending well...
And if you want me now I’ll make your life a living hell.”
Check out Best Intentions by We Are The In Crowd on itunes.
Best Intentions
(Alternative)
Released in October, 2011 Read More...
Gary Lightbody is head over heels in love with Fallen Empires
April/10/2012 01:03 PM
Fallen Empire
Gary Lightbody, frontman of Snow Patrol, is “head over heels in love” with Fallen Empires
(Interviewed by Wendy at Radio 104.5)
“We’ve always loved electronic music, you know I’ve dj’d electro...for 15 years you know with tom and the band, so I mean it’s always been part of our lives. ...It’s just recently that it’s become a bigger part of our music, it’s not the whole picture by any means, we haven’t turned into a dance band or anything ridiculous like that...the essence of Snow Patrol remains. Even in the dancier songs it’s still very much a Snow Patrol record but, ...there is more electronic signs pushed to the forefront rather than hiding in the shadows which, they’ve always been sort of banished to the shadows in the past.”
“There’s a couple of real barn stormin’ belters, classic kind of epic Snow Patrol songs. Listen to ‘Everything You Are’ and a song called ‘New York’ which are...as good of songs as we’ve ever written. I personally think. So I don’t think fans of the band are going to be let down by anything. In fact, I think they’re going to be over the moon. If I was a fan of our band I would love this record! I’m in this band and I adore this record! So I’ve never been able to speak about a record with so much confidence before because I am always slightly cagey about coming out as arrogant. But I am head over heels in love with this record and can’t possibly contain myself any longer! So, I’m afraid I am untethered.”
“It took six months from starting recording and that’s forgetting about the songwriting itself which was months before that. We’ve never made an album that took as long as this because we just decided that we would take our time and explore every possible sonic avenue and not be constrained to putting a deadline on it, which we always do. And then you know it’s like that clock ticking thing. You’re always aware that it needs to be done by a certain date and therefore that puts more pressure on you and this time around we took that pressure right off.”
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