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Prefer the metal genre? Then you definitely need to check out Gorillafight. This band will not only melt your face, but they will also cause you head to bang, even if you have never done it before. You may even find yourself in the moshpit. These guys will bring out the lust for metal within your sole. If you have never listened to metal before, or thought it was too much for you too handle, the sound that these five gentlemen produce will, not only change your mind about the genre, but they will leave you craving more.
Mike and Brian’s guitar combination will draw you in, Kevin’s hard hitting drums, and Chucky’s rhythmic bass playing will keep you there, and David’s vocal ability will lead you to the point of no return. Once you have seen these guys once, you will want to see them as many times as you possibly can. You will get so into their music and stage presence that once their set ends you will find yourself disappointed that it did not go on longer. They bring out the true metal lover in everyone that sees their shows.

They have yet to produce a full length CD or an EP, but I am sure as soon as they get it done, it will be snatched up. If you happen to be in the Central Florida area or plan on taking a trip this summer, make it for a time where you can catch these guys at a show. They have a video on YouTube, plus a MySpace page, and a Facebook group, which will both keep you updated on what this tremendous band has coming up. Make sure you check them out as soon as possible.

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Tyrone Wells/Tony Lucca/Roy Jay Review

April 4th 2010 20:11

Lately, I have been so busy I can barely leave the house. But, if I plan it out properly I can take the time to go see at least one or two live shows a month. I have learned how to coordinate due dates and my need for live music very well over the past few months. I took the time out of my busy schedule to attend this show, and I am glad I did.
Roy Jay’s music is not like the other singer/songwriters on this bill. He happens to take his music a little less serious, and writes some good upbeat and funny songs. He had the crowd at the Social in downtown Orlando smiling and laughing all the way through his set. He even premiered his video for the song “Prettiest Girl in Wal-Mart” for his hometown crowd. This guy has some of the funniest music I have heard in a long time. It was refreshing to hear him sing. Make sure to keep an eye on his tour dates.
Having been a fan of Tony Lucca for quite a few years, this is the first opportunity I have had to catch him at a live show. He is one of the more talented unsigned musicians out there. It perplexes me as to why he has not been snatched up by a record label yet. He writes his songs based on his real life experiences, stemming all the way back from when he was a teenager. From most of the videos I have seen of him, it is generally just him and his guitar. I think that says something about an artist. When you can play your music alone and have the confidence to know that people will still listen and respond well to it, then you know that you are one of the better songwriters out there. If you have yet to ever see him, make sure to do so. Check out when Tony will be rolling into your town by watching his tour dates.
Tyrone Wells is best known for his song that was picked up ABC to promote Grey’s Anatomy for a month long stint titled “Sink or Swim.” Although I had no idea who he was when I walked through those doors, I was not disappointed when I left the venue. He headlined the night and rightfully so. He had decided that this was going to be an acoustic tour, and with Roy Jay and Tony Lucca on the bill, I am hoping it was as successful in other cities as it was in Orlando. He writes some really great music and the crowd seemed to respond to all of it, including his funny stories in between the songs. He really knows how to present himself and his music while he is on that stage. Check him out when he rolls through your town by watching his tour dates.

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A Discussion of Musical Genres

February 8th 2010 02:39

Sub-genres in music have to be some of the stupidest things I have ever heard of, especially when they are argued about whether or not a band qualifies as part of that genre. I consider music just that music, but since the industry likes to label the music with genres, let’s take the time to explore them. Pop has bubblegum pop, pop/rock, and just pop. Bubblegum pop is meant for the teenagers and kids of the world with the innocent lyrics and catchy hooks and beats. Pop/rock leans a little more toward the rock end with the harder guitars and drums being used. Pop is meant for popular music and rightfully I feel that any genre’s music that appeals to the masses should be able to put their music in this category, but according to the industry the only ones that are allowed to do so are the Britney Spears and Fall Out Boy’s of the world.
Rock has a few genres, such as classic rock, soft rock, rock, hard rock. Classic rock is anything that happened over 20 years ago. This includes some of Bon Jovi’s music, who is still going strong today. Do you think they ever thought that they would still be playing music and have some of their stuff considered classic rock at the same time? Soft rock is more like the ballads of our time, some say it is the sappy version of songs and for the people that are just finding love or suffering the ultimate heartbreak. This can be held true for any music really, because essentially that is what music from any genre is written about, some kind of heartbreak. Rock covers a large spectrum, incorporating pop/rock, and just that music that you are unsure if it is hard or soft. Hard rock is on the edge of heavy metal but not quite there. You have bands like Def Leppard, Van Halen, and all the hair bands from the 80s that were categorized as this type of music, which leads me into the heavy metal category.
This category is the most argued in the industry. There is metal, heavy metal, nu metal, hardcore, grindcore, death and black metal. It had been said that hardcore and grindcore are not known as metal, but ultimately it you are growling and screaming with the hardest drums and guitars out there, it can be considered metal. Most of the time in any of genres you can barely understand what the person is saying, so to the average music listener it is all the same, but to the metal enthusiast it is not the same. There will not be a time in history that this genre of music will not be argued and the people placed in each of these categories will go as far as not liking the other sub-genres music because they are not the same. So I as you this what are your thoughts?

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20WT

November 29th 2009 03:12

There is a little band I would like to tell you about, they are called 20WT (Twenty Weight). This band is a fusion of reggae, ska, and metal. You would never expect to hear all three genres mixed together to become one. These guys will blow your mind when they hit that stage. It is amazing what a three piece band can do. They began creating their music in 2001. Ryan, the lead guitar player and singer, and Jay, the bass player met when they were teenagers and have been writing and playing music ever since. In 2007, the found the perfect drummer, Dave. Ever since then the band has been writing hard and playing harder. This mix of genres is one of the most original things I have ever seen. From Ryan’s vocal range and guitar playing to Jay’s energetic bass playing and Dave’s kick you in the gut drums, you can’t go wrong with a little 20WT in your life. We simply can’t forget about Cousin Andy who runs their merchandise table. He is one of the hardest working merchandise people I have ever seen. Once the band is done and one of them can sit and watch the merchandise he will walk around with a clipboard to get people to sign up for their mailing address. This band will send emails out and even give you links to pass along to your friends for them to checkout and download some of their music for free. These guys are simply something to be seen. If you are looking for originality, then this the band you should be seeing or at least listening to. They love meeting new fans and traveling all over Florida to do it. Every weekend they have two to three shows and they are even looking to possibly take this thing nation wide, if not further.
These guys call me their stalker. It is said all in good fun and I most likely am their one and only follower from a few towns. I have seen them play in three different towns and I am proud to show up to a few different cities to see them create their craft on stage. They are definitely a band that takes their music as serious as they take their partying off the stage. Once they have played, they like to mingle and drink with the crowd that is at the venue, thus creating a rapport and building up their fan base in each town they play in. This definitely has the makings of an already popular band to take their lively hood even farther.
I have seen it many times before when a band gets on and off stage they will either sit in the corner mingling with their band mates, ignoring the fans, or only speak to those that have been around a while. This band is not like that and I am proud to call myself a fan and friend of them. If you want to check the out be sure to check out their website, MySpace, or facebook.
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Hurt, Sick Puppies, Adelitas Way

October 2nd 2009 21:04

Have you ever been waiting to see a band for a few years and suddenly you get the opportunity only to have them exceed your expectations? Yeah, that is what this concert was for me.
It was my third encounter with Adelitas Way. They never fail to amaze me when they take the stage. These five guys are very high energy and will perform to the best of their abilities, to the amazement of the crowd who may have never seen them before. There is never a lack of energy when it comes to these guys. They have toured with Saliva, Hurt and are currently touring the country with Shinedown. Be sure you check them out, you will not be disappointed.

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No Judgements

September 1st 2009 21:27

I have come to the realization that not every band will sound the same as they do on their myspace pages or their websites. It takes a good sound man to create the perfect combination of instruments and voices in order to make them sound as good as they should. Sometimes the bands themselves are unable to get the high quality recordings together in order to sound they way they should be mixed, so people will be intrigued enough to come out and see them play. There should not be judgments cast upon these bands until you are able to see them perform live in front of a crowd. Then and only then can you make a decision on whether or not you are going to see them again. A sound man will mix the elements of that band to make you listen to them in the proper setting and then you are hearing them properly. Once you have listened to their set, you can see how they are meant to be heard and absorb the true meaning and feeling of their music. The passion put behind the songs will come through during a live performance. Make sure that you check out you local bands, even if you don’t like what is on their pages because you never know what is going to touch your soul.

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Music Is My Solace.

October 10th 2008 02:44

If I had a nickel for every time some one asked me what my favorite type of music was I think I would be rich. I don’t discriminate against and kind of music. Music to me is what drives my soul. It is my one true lover, the one that has never left my side or left me heart broken. Ok yes there are those heart wrenching songs that will bring a tear to my eye every now and again but it is a rarity that I actually find them on the radio. Most of the time it is the local acts that write the song that strike a cord that sings to my very core.
Gorillafight is a five piece metal/hardcore/rock band that hails from Orlando, Fl and consists of Dave; vocals, Brian; guitar, Chucky; bass, Mike; guitar and Kevin; drums. I have seen them a few times now and I have to say they definitely feed off the energy of the crowd. The rowdier the crowd the more energetic this band seems to get. In one of my previous articles I talked about a band called (un)SAID, these two bands have shared the stage quite a few times and it is definitely something not to be missed. It is like they challenge either other on who is going to be more into it that night. These guys are currently working on a long awaited CD. For now they have one song on their profile called “A Place in the Sun” that will keep you satisfied. I, as I am sure there other fans feel the same way, cannot wait for them to release it. Meanwhile, keep a close eye on them here: http://www.myspace.com/gorillafight.
Thomas Wynn & the Believers is a five piece rock/country/southern rock band that hails from Orlando, Fl and consists of Thomas Wynn; lead vocals and guitar, Olivia Wynn; vocals, organ and piano, Justin Beckler; guitar, Showcat Luise; bass and Thom Damon; drums. From their song that will make your heart melt called “Desert Rose” to the songs that make you want to dance like “Hard Road” there is something to be said about this band that can take you from one extreme to the next. They just came back from recording their CD and with any luck it will be released soon. Till that time comes keep an eye on them here: http://www.myspace.com/thomaswynnandthebelievers.
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Acoustic Acts

July 23rd 2008 01:11

I love the singer/songwriter genre. You can find some of the most talented songwriters by just watching a person with their guitar pouring their heart out to you. Some of these acts go on to be the writers behind the big names in music today. Then when given the opportunity they become big stars themselves.
Nora Ricci is an acoustic wonder. She hails from Orlando, Fl. She plays both the keyboards and guitar and moves from one to the other with such ease. She has anything from funny songs to the sweet and sentimental songs that tug at your heartstrings. From songs like “Beer Goggle Blues” to “Someone” you will either be laughing or feeling her pain. Keep an eye on her at http://www.myspace.com/noraricci.I]
Chris D’agnese is one of my favorites to watch play. He also comes from Orlando, Fl. He does have a full band but I have only ever seen him acoustically. He has an incredible voice and a stage presence that has to be seen to be believed. From songs like “Come Over After” to “Desperate Feeling” he will have you captivated. Keep an eye on him at http://www.myspace.com/chrisdagnese.
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Touring Acts

June 1st 2008 05:23

Local live music is where it is at. If you have never ventured out to see a local band in your area you have no idea what you are missing. Take it from me, there are bands that came out of this state that I never got to see live before they made it big. Shinedown and Yellowcard are both bands that came out of Jacksonville, Fl and I never made it up there to see them before they went big. One band that is just hitting the mainstream big is Another Black Day, these guys I have seen a few times and they are something not to be missed. Now with that being said here are some local and not so local acts I have seen come through on tour.
The first band I am going to talk about tonight is Lo Mass Republic. This 5 piece rock band hails from Los Angeles and consists of Jesse Glick; vocals and rhythm guitar, Steve Cordre; bass, Corbin Long; keyboards, Jason Degorse; lead guitar and Andy Bonura; drums. I had the pleasure of seeing and meeting these guys when they came through here on tour with Live last year. I was simply blown away with their lyrics and instrumental accords. If you live in this area or anywhere near it be sure to keep a close eye on these guys. Keep up with all their happening here: http://www.myspace.com/ellamar.
The next band I would like to tell you about is Say When. This rock band hails from Boston, Mass and consists of Maxwell Latif; vocals, Zack Starikov; guitars, John Zaremba; guitars, Mike Marvuglio; bass and Mark McCarthy; drums. These guys came through Florida on tour by themselves and are still touring. They are currently doing a Midwest – west tour. Be sure to look out for them in your town. Their stage presence is one you need to see to believe and off the stage they are very approachable. Check out where they will be next at: www.myspace.com/saywhenmusic.
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Donovan: Better than Dylan?

September 24th 2006 08:49

...It's a stupid question. People seem to think that just because they looked somewhat similar and walked around carrying acoustic guitars, they must be compared to each other for all eternity. While there are certainly some similaraties between their music, there aren't enough to warrant a comparison of talent, just as you can't really compare a guitarist to a bassist. I'm sure Donovan himself is sick of being called the "British Bob Dylan", because no-one ever calls Dylan the "American Donovan."

While Donovan is often referred to as a folk artist, he would probably feel more at home in the psychedelic scene than any other, although his music is probably too diverse to be set into any specific catgeory. Certainly his lyrics and the general atmoshpere to his songs suggest a strong psychedelic inlfuence ( in more ways than one), as is evident in "Sunshine Superman

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The Kinks: Where's all the fuss?

September 18th 2006 08:07

There is no shortage of bands towards whom the phrase "What's all the fuss about?" can be justifiably applied. Bands about whom not enough fuss is made however, are few and far between. When looking for such a band, look no further than The Kinks.

Their main problem was bad timing. Their careers rose at more or less the same time as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who et al., but there are only so many bands that the public can fawn over . Initially, they also posessed a very similar sound to that of The Beatles, which didn't help. However, roughly 40 years after they formed, it is easy to look back at their work and wonder why they aren't mentioned in the same breath as the bands mentioned above

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This Is Spinal Tap

September 11th 2006 10:00

When people show an interest in rock n' roll, they often ask for a song or a band to get them started on their quest for musical nirvana. However, it's not that easy. Rock n' Roll is far too diverse a genre to be encapsulated by just one song. Luckily, no music is needed to understand the world of rock n' roll. Just watch "This Is Spinal Tap"

Think of "The Office", but set in the 70's and featuring a fading British rock band on tour, rather than a paper manufacturing company. "This Is Spinal Tap" is a mockumentary about such a band ( named Spinal Tap, by the way) , on tour in America at the wrong end of their careers. It is full of parodies of various actual bands, as well as certain rock n' roll stereotypes. The plot is loosely structured around a series of interviews that the band conducts with the director of the mocumentary, all of which are hugely entertaining. Here's a sample, from IMDB.com

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