Happy Armed Forces Day to all those currently serving in the military. Here are five more reviews for you, including Vol 2 of Tesla guitarist Frank Hannon’s wonderful cover album. Here we go!
Artist Name: Earth Moon Earth
Album Name: Earth Moon Earth
Label: Gatos Trail Records
Genre: Cosmic Rock
Track Listing: 1. New Mourning (Hummingbird); 2. Ruby; 3. Moon Walk; 4. Heartbeats; 5. Native Vista; 6. Zero Gravity; 7. It Begins; 8. Rose City (Can it all Come Back); 9. Seven Sisters; 10. Twilight
Publicist: The Syndicate
Review: Earth Moon Earth is the band that wasn’t supposed to happen. Combining the talents of Daniel Joeright, Gabriella Evaro,
Be Hussey, Esteban Chavez, Scott Schaffer. and Bob Villwock, this band rocks, especially the sublime vocals of Evaro. Their instrumentation is so tight, and the chemistry so evident that the listener can only hope that their live show is equally enjoyable. This band may have been hiding out in the desert, but with the release of their self-titled debut album, they should quickly become a household name. Great tunes to check out include “Ruby,” instrumentals “Moon Walk” and “Zero Gravity,” “Heartbeats,” “Rose City (Can it all Come Back),” and “Twilight.”
Recommendation: Definitely Get this one.
Artist Name: Frank Hannon
Album Name: From One Place . . . to Another Vol. 2
Label: Redhawk Records
Genre: Classic Rock
Track Listing: 1. Hush (ft Randy Hansen); 2. Lord of the Thighs (ft Graham Whitford); 3. You Can’t Always get What you Want (ft Duane Betts); 4. Tell me Somethin’ Good; 5. Kiss From a Rose; 6. Sing Child Sing (ft Roger Fisher); 7. I can see Clearly Now; 8. Spanish Castle Magic (ft Randy Hansen); 9. I can Help; 10. Sweet Leaf (ft Jared James Nichols)
Publicist: The Syndicate
Review: We reviewed Vol 1 of this amazing cover series back in February, and he’s at it again with Vol 2, an eclectic album that includes songs from rockers Heart, the Rolling Stones, Deep Purple and Aerosmith to the soulful sounds of Rufus & Chaka Khan and Seal, among others. Once again he has added some of the best in the business to assist him, including Jimi Hendrix tribute master Randy Hansen, Heart founder Roger Fisher, and blues rocker Jared James Nichols. This album has more of what we expect from Frank Hannon, who is after all the founder of Tesla and its guitarist. Sit back and relax and chill to the classic rock sound of Hannon. This one deserves to be heard from start to finish.
Recommendation: You can’t go wrong with this one. Get it today!
Artist Name: Jon Allen
Album Name: Blue Flame
Label: OK! Good Records
Genre: Pop/Soul
Track Listing: 1. Jonah’s Whale; 2. Keep on Walking; 3. Since you Went Away; 4. It’s Just the end of the World; 5. If you Change Your Mind; 6. Tightrope; 7. Hold you in my Heart; 8. Better Day; 9. Stay; 10. Walking Dream; 11. Blue Flame; 12. You
Publicist: EMPTK PR
Review: This album hits the ground running with the first single, Jonah’s Whale, and continues to climb until the last song. Jon Allen’s voice is just the right amount of raspy to complement the incredibly soulful beat of the instrumentation. His style is true blue eyed soul, especially on “Jonah’s Whale” and “It’s Just the end of the World,” while he throws in a country vibe on “If you Change Your Mind” and a jazzy style for “Tightrope.” Other great songs include “Hold you in my Heart” (with its amazing guitar riffs and organ), “Stay,” the title cut (with amazing acoustic guitar and jazz drums), and the retro sound of “You.”
Recommendation: Definitely Get this one. It will make your day.
Artist Name: Bloodcocks UK
Album Name: Hot Sushi
Label: SquidHat Records/MVD Entertainment
Genre: Punk Rock
Track Listing: 1. Godzilla Go Go; 2. Backdoor Frankenstein; 3. Ratzilla; 4. Let’s Go; 5. Skid Row Dance Party; 6. Girls; 7. Zombie Porn;l 8. Cunt Cunt; 9. Mothra vs. Frankenstein; 10. Hot Sushi
Publicist: SquidHat Records
Review: Bloodcocks UK may be based in Las Vegas, but they have never played a show in the US and don’t intend to. Their music is definitely not for the young or the squeamish, as they mix B-movie references with the kinky side of sexual desire. Think B-52’s meet Flogging Molly. This one is an acquired taste, and probably won’t appeal to the older generation, but we’re sure the kids will love it.
Recommendation: Unless you are over 40, you will probably enjoy the strange and unique stylings of Bloodcocks UK. But be warned – this one is not for everyone.
Artist Name: Barst
Album Name: The Endeavour
Label: Consouling Sounds
Genre: Prog Rock
Track Listing: 1. Beyond the Fields; 2. Point B; 3. Death; 4. Wandering the Maze; 5. Live Long; 6. The Mad; 7. When you die it will be Good
Publicist: Viral Propaganda PR
Review: Although there are “tracks,” the album is presented as one long compilation, much like the movements in a classical piece. It has the grandiose feel of prog rock, with a basis in electronica. The beat is relentless and the music swells and grows in its intensity until finally reaching its apex. This one must be experienced from start to finish.
Recommendation: This one is unique and definitely should be a part of your musical library. Check it out.