Category Archives: Alternative Rock

WHETHER YOU PREFER TO ROCK OUT OR DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY, THE “RHYTHM AND BLUES ROCK” OF ASIDE OCEANS IS EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED TO HEAR

INTERVIEW BY SHELBY BAKER PHOTOS PROVIDED BY ASIDE OCEANS Self-identified as “rhythm and blues rock,” the Pulaski, Va. four-piece ASIDE OCEANS perfectly exemplify this distinctive sound. Each member has different influences and musical tastes, which contribute to their overall sound. … Continue reading

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DECIDE BY FRIDAY PROMOTE DIY COMMUNITY IN VIRGINIA, DISCUSS THEIR FAVORITE HOUSE SHOWS, AND PREPARE TO PLAY POUZZA FEST IN MONTREAL

INTERVIEW BY JOE FITZPATRICK PHOTOS BY JAKE CUNNINGHAM AND TINA MYATT Forged through a love and passion for “do it yourself” ethics, as well as musical influences such as punk, emo, post-hardcore, progressive rock, blues and hip hop, guitarist Robert “Bobby” Ball, … Continue reading

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BASING THEIR SONGS ON RIFFS, THE IVINS CREATE A “GUMBO” OF CLASSIC ROCK INFLUENCES WITH A MODERN TWIST ON THEIR UPCOMING ALBUM, THE CODE DUELLO

INTERVIEW BY CHRIS SUAREZ PHOTOS BY M. KROPF PHOTOGRAPHY AND BRANDON HAMBRIGHT Formerly known as TOMORROWS, brothers Jim and Jack Ivins, or THE IVINS, are making noise under a brand new moniker with a new slew of songs that will … Continue reading

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BURN THE BALLROOM DISCUSS THEIR NEW ALBUM, MUSIC VIDEO, AND DREAM TOURS

INTERVIEW BY STEPHANIE MCKENDRICK We spoke with BURN THE BALLROOM during their “Weekend Warrior” tour with 3PM and PICTURE PERFECT about how they combine traditional and contemporary concepts, their soon to be released music video, as well as their latest album, … Continue reading

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HOPING FOR A SECOND SHOT AT SUCCESS, VIRGINIA BEACH ROCK VETERANS REVERY RELEASE SECOND STUDIO ALBUM, ADORA DE PHONIC

INTERVIEW BY JOE FITZPATRICK PHOTOS BY CHESBAY360 In 2006, Virginia Beach alternative rock band REVERY was at the top of their game, after signing to EVO Recordings the previous year and releasing their debut album Avarice & Absolution. However, when … Continue reading

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