Josh Todd (former singer of Buckcherry) and his new band simply called JOSH TODD -- Josh (vocals), Jesse Logan (guitars), Mike Hewitt (guitars), Mark John (bass) and Kent Ross (drums) -- released their highly anticipated debut album, You Made Me, March 9 through a partnership between TODD Entertainment, LLC. and XSRecords (distributed by the Navarre Corporation). Described by Aquarian Weekly as “…a kick-ass thrill ride that will bump you all night long," it was produced by Chris Johnson (Evanescence, Masters of Reality) and mixed by Rob Chiarelli (Madonna, Public Enemy). The album's first single, “Shine,” was a “Most Added” track at Active Rock radio stations across the country its first two weeks out. The band recently concluded six month's worth of headlining U.S. tour dates. Their appearance at the X Games is being preceded by the band's first trip to Japan for two special shows as part of “The Rock Odyssey” festival in Yokohama and Osaka. The band is looking forward to s! haring the stage in Japan with such prestigious artists as Aerosmith and The Who.
4:40 pm, the exies
A four-piece modern rock outfit from Southern California, the exies blend an unmistakable penchant for classic song crafting with the intensity and recklessness of a true rock band. the exies first album “Inertia” featured the smash single “My Goddess” which was all over the radio and MTV. They are currently in the studio with producer Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Velvet Revolver), putting the finishing touches on their upcoming Virgin Records release. Look for the band’s first single “Ugly” to hit airwaves and video channels this fall!
Sunday, August 8
11:30, End of June
Professional skateboarder Frank Hirata and band partner Kimber Kinley make up End of June. Commitment to music, art, skateboarding and just plain living for Hirata and Kinley is what motivates them to make music that comes from within. End of June is stuff that was invented in the 60's, re-evolved in the 80's, and is gladly welcomed back in 2004! The band’s music is guitar driven, 'Vocasome country' with a touch of folk that in the end lands up being just a cool blend of life on stage. "We wish it was the 60s" says Hirata. AM radio wishes it was, too.
12:15 pm, Juliette & the Licks
“I live for the sweat I drip on stage” says Juliette Lewis, of Juliette & the Licks. “My goal is to give everything, all the energy I possess and inject the audience with it.” The Licks became a reality when Lewis accompanied Patty Schemel (Hole) to a Blondie concert and found herself staring at fate. She became instantly inspired by the live element of the show and knew it was her calling. Lewis and Schemel along with Todd Morse (guitar) and Paul Ill (bass) recently finished recording their soon to be released debut album. “Here’s what I have to say about our first album; it was very important to me to capture the spirit of our live show, which is all about urgency and an unpredictable elements. We wrote songs that we thought would be fun to perform live,” explained Lewis. The album titled …Like A Bolt of Lightning is scheduled for release October 12 on Fiddler Records.
3 pm, G. Love
Garrett Dutton – a.k.a. G. Love – and his band Special Sauce take their cues from many musicians including John Lee Hooker, Bob Dylan and De La Soul. When the self-titled debut was released in 1994, hits like “Cold Beverages” and Baby’s Got Sauce” showcased the group’s fresh sound, now commonly referred to as the Hip Hop Blues (a term coined by G. Love himself.) The album G. Love & Special Sauce is certified gold.
A decade later, G. Love is proud to release a new collection of songs attesting to his musical foundation and the progression of The Hip Hop Blues. G. Love’s upcoming release The Hustle is an invitation to spend long days lounging on the front porch listening to songs about love, life and lemonade. The Hustle marks the bands sixth release and it’s first since 2001. The Hustle will be released on August 24th coinciding with a major tour.
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