YOU CANNOT KILL THE METAL
There is no doubt that the genre of heavy metal is not as glorified or popular as it once was. With the rise of newer forms of aggressive music such as trap, dubstep and other types of bass-heavy electronic music,…
Live 105 Local Band Workshop
January 21st, 2015, SAN FRANCISCO--Bay Area Alternative Rock station Live 105.3 FM opened its doors to folks interested in the music industry and local artists for an annual forum that allows the public to ask experienced professionals in the industry questions regarding promotion…
Russian Indie Pop Sensation
Disco, New Wave, Indie Rock, Dance Pop. If anyone were to mention these genres individually several bands would come to mind. When combined, your options become very limited. One of the newest bands to successfully bring all of these genres…
Indie Folk Artist Lissie
Written by Patrick Mattes There are several artists who have attempted the combining of genres but not many have succeeded the same way that Lissie has. Lissie has successfully created her own form of indie folk music. Being the granddaughter…
Kings of Leon and Their Newest Album Release
Written by Patrick Mattes When you think of bands with a strong bond and a long past there are not very many that come to mind. One of the ones that is still around would be Kings of Leon. Kings…
The Menzingers, La Dispute, and Hot Water Music
Couldn't make it to The Ace of Spades February 7th? We got you covered. Click on our link to read The Menzingers, La Dispute, and Hot Water Music Review.
Interview: Napalm Death
It's tough when age catches up with bands that have built their rep on playing fast. Most hardcore punk groups from the early days of the scene are lucky to still be around, a few more are lucky to be…
Lost & Loaded In-Studio Session: San Francesca
San Francesca, a post rock band from San Jose, stopped by on KSJS's Wednesday night show, Lost & Loaded to play a few songs. Check out the video below. Special thanks to Peter Paolo and Joshua Pausanos, two new members…
Curious Quail Stolen Violin Fundraiser
Curious Quail has slowly been growing into a staple band in the developing music scene of San Jose. Unfortunately, a few weeks ago, Alan Chen, Curious Quail's violinist, had his violin stolen in Santa Clara. The total loss of this…
Silicon Valley Sound eXperience Premieres in San Jose
On September 22nd - San Jose will have its very first club crawl and music festival event - titled Silicon Valley Sound eXperience. Silicon Valley Sound eXperience (SVSX for short) will feature many local and touring artists throughout various venues…