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A brand new AOR act have entered the scene. Well - the guys in the band have been on the aor scene for a long time, but we thought it was about time we should find out if the gold was solid enough to be called 24 K, so we sent our mainman Juha Harjula to find out... |
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80�s Metalbands such as Vixen, Aloha, Hawaii, Sharx and musicians like Michael Furlong (Tom Petty clone thesedays), Michael Ruff and Allan Thomas are the only names that pop into my mind when you ask me the question if i knew any acts from the sunny Hawaii island. Furthermore i have to honestly confess i know little or nothing when it comes down to sum up more who hail from this surfers paradise. These days i�m a little older and so much wiser, so i kinda forgot those 80�s hairmetalbands but still prefer (as so many of you) classic west coast acts like Nielsen/Pearson, Player, Sneaker, Eagles and/or the Keane bros.Well in case you (just like me) still rate those high in your list, make sure to not overlook the recent Allan Thomas release "Making Up For Lost Time", only his third solo release throughout the years but very high class well made. It sounds a bit like the solowork of Donald Fagen meets Nielsen/Pearson with the voice of a Randall Bramblett, in fact let�s put it this way ..... how much more west coast can you sound if you operate from Hawaii ?Any questions about this guy ? With the following interview i did he revealed a lot about his past, present and future ..... |
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Youtube star and up-and-coming star Chloe Temtchine is about to release her debut album in September. She took time to answer some questions from Melodic.net. Here are the answers. |
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Welcome to a short chat with Storm Thorgerson - graphic designer, film maker and a legend within cover sleeve artwork.
Some of his work includes Peter Gabriel,Bruce Dickinson-Skunkworks,
Led Zeppelin-In through the outdoor/Houses of the holy,Pink Floyd-Wish you were here
/Animals/Dark Side of the moon,Styx-Pieces of eight,The Cranberries-Bury the hatchet,
Muse-Absolution,The Mars Volta-Deloused in the comatorium,Audioslave,
Black Sabbath-Technical Ecstasy,Genesis-Lamb lies down on Broadway
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I remember when I was 19 and played airguitar to T.N.T?s "Seven seas",20 years later they are still going strong and will release their new album "My religion" in February.Melodic.net had some questions for axeman Ronni Le Tekro to answer and here?s what he had to say... |
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The Las Vegas band Taking Dawn is a new and upcoming act with all the ingredients to make it big. Their Roadrunner debut, Time to Burn is a pure rock 'n roll timebomb just waiting to explode on an unsuspecting public. We got the chance to ask them a bunch of questions……….. |
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I never forget the day when I heard this gorgeous album from a new face in
music,well the name was familiar because his dad is Randy Bachman
from the legandary group B.T.O but except that nothing could be
compared to his fathers band.
From Vancouver,this Canadian son Tal Bachman opened the door and
let the sunshine in to lighten up the darkened 90?s from which we
haven?t seen or heard anything new and sparkling on the popfront
since E.L.O?s days through the 70?s and 80?s but with the hit ?She?s
So high? and many more mindblowing classics,Tal had the key to
that door where have been in the swamp of the grungeneers.
What Tal Bachman means to music is what Gandalf means in the
Lords of the ring??a bringer of hope!
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I never forget the day when I heard this gorgeous album from a new face in music,well the name was familiar because his dad is Randy Bachman from the legandary group B.T.O but except that nothing could be compared to his fathers band. From Vancouver,this Canadian son Tal Bachman opened the door and let the sunshine in to lighten up the darkened 90?s from which we haven?t seen or heard anything new and sparkling on the popfront since E.L.O?s days through the 70?s and 80?s but with the hit ?She?s So high? and many more mindblowing classics,Tal had the key to that door where have been in the swamp of the grungeneers. What Tal Bachman means to popmusic is what Gandalf means in the Lords of the ring..........a bringer of hope! |
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Tenth Planet from Canada are currently touring in Europe and are planning on making their first full length album in 2007, those who haven?t checked out their excellent EP "The Prophet Curse" produced by Jeff Martin of Tea Party should consider doing that right after you read this interview with Tenth Planet guitarist Brian Paul! |
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Tenth Planet has been having one hell of a year thanks to the success of their first full length album “Everything Is Never Over”. It has already been named the Album of The Year in Holland and is quickly gaining them notoriety in North America (Not bad for some guys from Ontario). Thankfully we got the chance to sit down with guitarist Brian Paul and discuss the album and their plans for the rest of the year. |
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Honestly is a very important thing in life and when it comes to true musical honestly The Buzzhorn is the right band to watch out for. They released August 6th their major debut album on Atlantic records which one of the best modern rock albums this year and has a clear message. Pure rock with and true attitude. I got in contact with the bassist Todd Joseph down the page you can read his cool and very honest answers. The Buzzhorn is: Ryan Mueller (Vocals) Bert Zweber (Guitar) Todd Joseph (Bass) Rob Bueno (Drums) |
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Sleek, sexy, thoroughly unique, and undeniably rock, N.E. Pennsylvania based rock sextet The Drama Club has been creating a spectacle that is nothing short of drama!The Drama Club`s lead singer and primary composer Nick Coyle is widely acknowledged as one gifted "angelic" vocalist and has inspired many songwriters. The Drama Club is no stranger to the challenges and triumphs of building a musical career, various members have been involved with successful label/touring projects. In 2005, Coyle teamed up with guitarist/vocalist Nate Bevan (formerly of hardcore band Stalemate), but just recently finalized the line-up after going through various member commotions. The band finalized members after picking key players out of the regions best bands to form this "super group". |
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I must confess that I didn’t know of "The Last Goodnight" till our editor Pär introduced them and I have to say it´s been like love at first sight. Since the first chords I listened from these guys I got a special chemistry in their songs.. infectious melodies, heartfelt lyrics, addictive hooks in a perfect modern rock package. Kurtis John’s soulful/sensual voice adds that extra star which will take “Poison Kiss” to the top of the “Best albums list at melodic.net” when we sum up the year! |
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2009 can very well be the year of The Last Vegas, their cock rock attitude will take them far and this kind of rocknroll doesn´t just belong to Buckcherry, Guns N Roses and Motley Crue.With their Eleven Seven debut coming up this spring and a production signed Nikki Sixx, this band is ready to take on the world!Melodic.net had a chat with their guitarist Adam Arling. |
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Lec Zorn has released a damn fine debut AOR album in the same vein as Pride Of Lions, Radioactive and Shotgun Symphony. On the album he had gathered well-known singers and players so I thought I check in and talk to him about the album and more. |
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Swedens primitime AOR-rockers The Poodles are once again back with a new album called "Clash Of The Elements". The album will be released this spring and this time they took the boat to the west and met up with the legendary Mike Frasier for the mixes... |
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The Rescues are so much more than they appear on the surface. They appear to be a group of four widely acclaimed, independently successful singer-songwriters singing songs together in a group. That's before you give their music a listen. Then you begin to understand. The Rescues is a group of four people who just happen to have gobs of musical talent, getting behind the same idea and same purpose. They are perfectly unique, individually. Together as a group together, it's as if they share the same soul. The beautiful connection of their music with its listener is something that is rare in the world of commercial mass-produced, heavily-marketed music. This is something you don't hear everyday. The Rescues are a band with a heartbeat. |
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The Spill Canvas is an alternative rock band from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The band´s first widespread album, Sunsets And Car Crashes, which was written, produced, and performed by lead singer, Nick Thomas, was released on 111 Records April 20, 2004. Nick Thomas was joined by members Joe Beck, Ross Wheeler, and Brandon Aegerter shortly after the release of "Sunsets and Car Crashes." Respectfully Ross, then later Brandon left the group. To be replaced by Scott McGuire and Dan Ludeman. The four members collectively wrote their latest album One Fell Swoop which was released on August 9, 2005.On September 17, 2007, The Spill Canvas added what will be the first single from "No Really, I´m Fine", entitled "All Over You" on their myspace. The song is also now available for purchase over iTunes, as of September 18th, 2007 as well as the 3rd track off, entitled "Battles." you can read my review of the lbum at this link www.melodic.net/reviewsOne.asp?revnr=6084I got the chance to interview the mastermind of the group Nick Thomas as you can read below... |
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The Stereo is a band that combines piano based pop with more guitardriven modern rock and the singer/songwriter Jamie Woolford is a great lyricist that loves to bring in humour in his songs,a missing concept in many lyrics today. With last year?s solid piece of work ?Rewind and record? being made,the band has a great repertoaire to choose from playing live! And you know me???I just had to get in touch with the man behind this charming band.
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Christian Melodic Rock music sure found its new refreshing stream with hopefull acts such as The Turning and The Swift on the Rocketown label. The recent releases by both bands are very well produced, great musicanship, fantastic vocals combined with pretty good songs which are meant to be manufactured to the high expectation taste of our Pop/Rock readers. If youre into Leeland or Keane youll be hooked on by the first notes of both The Turning and The Swift. We thought it would be interesting what The Swifts Britt Edwards (Songwriter/singer/pianist) had to explain ..... |
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One of the best powerpop/modern rock bands of right now is the US-smashers The Szuters who just came out with a brand new killer album you can read a review of in that section. I thought it was about big time to check these guys out more so therefor I tracked down Mike Szuter whos the guy behind the microphone and resonsible for the guys incredible songs... Well Mike lets go! |
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Todd Wolf is not only an original member of Human Fortress, he is in the same band as former Jaded Heart singer Michael Bormann called The Trophy.He checked in with melodic.net to talk about the debut album "The gift of life" by The Trophy as well as great news regarding Human Fortress! |
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For those of you waiting for a follow up to the incredible full length debut Everything Is Never Over, from Tenth Planet, you may be waiting a while. Until then, three of the four members have embarked on a new project, The Unicorn Murders. Brian Paul took some time out of his busy schedule to discuss his new band and the possibility of a new Tenth Planet album. Check out what he had to say. |
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Canadian band The Veer Union has made one of 2009’s most impressive modern rock album in “Against The Grain”. With great melodies built up by heavy guitars and melodic choruses they have showed once again that Canada is the country when it comes to quality rock. We had the chance to ask them some questions, enjoy! |
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There are many things to be excited about with the land down under, Mad Max, Razorback the movie, AC DC, Olivia Newton John and ofcourse The Veronicas.If I should be lost in the great outback, I would love the company of these beautiful sisters entertaining me with their lovely songs.If you haven´t heard them yet, you´re probably not from this world or haven´t checked the internet the last 3 years.Melodic.net is proud to present an interview with these talented sisters. |
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Rick Huisseune is our man digging out obscure bands, new bands and mainly interesting forthcoming stars. This time the time have come to the new melodic rock sensation This Way. And american band kickin the melodic a** and plays a superb blend of solid midwestern refrain rock. So - Rick - who the hell are these guys??? |
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Tommy Denander is a highly respected name in the music business, you could call him Sweden?s Steve Lukather but he is not only a fantastic guitarplayer,he?s also a great songwriter and a tremendous producer. After his work on Jim Jidhed?s ?Full circle? and the new Radioactivealbum ?Yeah? which is two of this years better AOR releases,there was no turning back,melodic.net just had to check out this 21st century dinosaur of an AOR rocker....................
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