The recent popularity of indie rockers Hunter Valentine is well-waranted. After two solid albums (one of which, Lessons From The Late Night, was one of the first great female-fronted rock albums of the decade) the newly-dubbed quartet managed to garner plenty of fame for their famous (or infamous) antics on the reality show The Real L Word. Now that the season is over, it's time for fans new and old to be reminded why a band such as this needs to exist on this planet. Collide and Conquer, their third album, does just that.
When Emperor Norton's Stationary Marching Band first hit the scene with its debut album Reign of Revelry in 2010 their sound was unmatched. Like a blend of oompah and pomp with a sprinkle of pure insanity this steampunk-based band had the undeniable talent to make one's heart beat to the rhythm of their polished brass section. This year the zaniness returns in their second album Disco Dischordia.
How do the Bastards celebrate their 150th show? Simple: by inviting one of their favorite badass drummers to join in on the shenanigans!
Thanks to King Baby Duck, I probably got the best birthday present I've had in the longest time. System of a Down has been a band that I've wanted to see for the longest time, but since they went on an "indefinite hiatus" I never thought I would've been able to see them live in person.
Toronto-bred and Brooklyn-based rockers (and stars of the current season of The Real L Word) Hunter Valentine are ready to recruit new listeners and reenlist their fans for their latest album, and they are looking to accomplish this with some big teasers.
After nearly a two-year absence, a fallen Bastard arises from the ashes and rejoins the brotherhood!