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Discovering up and coming artists. My rock show experiences. 90's grunge scene. And anything rock!.

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Get your customized womens tees for your band/solo artist!!

Hi, i am Stephanie the founder of ripped and rockin, as well as my blogs I also create and rework old vintage band tees and turn them into my own work of art.  My love for music is overbearing and unconditional. And I wanted to create something for the fans out there who have a lot of love for their fav rock bands. Also I wanted  to spread word that for any band/artist who want hand crafted re worked & destroyed in a grunge inspired way womens tops, I can provide you with your own customizable tees, just order in bulk how many you want with your logo or band name on it, send me the tees and I will rework them within 15 days for a flat fee discussed upon purchase. Thanks guys!!:)

Here's my link to my etsy shop!! Enjoy & happy shopping:)

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Rippedandrockin?ref=hdr_shop_menu

Here's some that I sell on etsy, and what to be expected.

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Begging you please listen!!

The ambient rock/pop band  viseMènn has created a beautiful track called “Begging you please”. It's a slow tempo kind of song with a bit of a melancholy melody, with soul satisfying lyrics to complete it. Just this one track alone makes me more curious about the Norwegian musicians and what we can expect from them going forward.  viseMènn has been featured already multiple times at indie week Toronto and pop overthrow Liverpool. They have a lot of potential to thrive out there, especially with their one track it's mesmerizing.  Let's all wait patiently to hear future soul clenching tracks.

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Alert this is music  for the every day rocker!!

Hot new electronic rock group 3 Gemini’s had just released their self entitled cd earlier this month. This rock and rolls band from LA is really giving competition a fun for their money, they provide a real strong emotional feeling that is relatable to listeners.  I felt connected as soon as I heard their track “Lost”. This cd is truly for a real rock fan, and I am quite intrigued as to what more will come from them. Fred Carrico is the root to3 Geminis , it's his solo project but he had help from other talents such as  Marc Jordan, Josh Langfield both on guitars. Also it was mixed by Marc Jordan, McKay Garner and masterd by David Alexander. When you hear their sound you would compare them to bands like muse and none inch nails..I also hear a little bit of three days grace as well. Fred had started 3 Geminis after having two songs be used in a hit tv show “Burn Notice” in 2013. He the. Worked with Marc Jordan who worked with The Cult, and Velvet Revolver. It was like a switch immediately went off in my brain all I wanted to do was to keep listening. Fred really has something spectacular here with his passion and creative mind that will leave you yearning for more.

Tracklisting:

1. On the Ground Again 2. Lost 3. Thin Thread 4. Got My Girl 5. Break Through The Gate

If interested in 3 Geminis , which I bet you are..click this link it's the official artist site.

http://www.3geminis.com/

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What a flashback to the Nineties era!

Sidewave has a new cd in store for us titled “Glass Giant” that's set to be released on Oct 5th. The cd is an avant-garde infused mix of emotions. It's the perfect fix for any alternative rock junkie much like myself. This band is from LA, California, the members are  Phil Golyshko  who has the perfect 90’s rock styled tone  and also rocks the Guitar. William Collins is also on Guitar, Synth. Matt Russell is the bassist and sings his heart out as well. Then there's the drummer Brandon Dickert who puts his own unique sound to the table. They complete each others talents, I swear listening to these guys altogether just takes me back to the grunge rock scene back when alt rock was all new. The band just finished up working with the mix master Aaron Harris on their new cd that's not been released yet. The songs used on this album had started out as just demos, that was in the very beginning of sidewaves birth. They have already played with big acts such as The Life and Times, Black Map, Open Hand, Æges. This band tapped into their love for classic 90’s rock bands, such as Smashing Pumpkins and Hum. I can hear the similarities to bands like semi sonic or better then Ezra. It's quite something to get your hands on..if you want to hear a sneak peak of what Sidewave has to offer then click the link below that's is their single “Super sonic”. https://soundcloud.com/sidewave/supersonic

Track-Listing: 01 - Grounded 02 - Lace 03 - Supersonic 04 - Sundrop 05 - Honest to God 06 - Pines 07 - Moonshine 08 - Romance is Dead 09 - Hearts 10 - This Is Who You Are 11 - Illusion of Light 12 - Crystallized

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Melancholic and sweet, Have a listen to Ben Lorentzen

Ben Lorentzen has poured his heart and soul into his album entitled “America”. It is both tragic and beautifully put,every melody and lyric is heartfelt. The album had already been released on May 31st, every track has a melancholy attitude amongst it and that's a proof of the artists creative talents. Ben is a artistic soul who came from Norway to  New York. To describe his style you would say he fits  into the  acoustic pop noir genre. His creativeness went noticed, artists clamored at his natural talents musically. He actually collaborated with Brian hard groove from Public Enemy. Also he worked with other known artists such as Beyonce. He released an album in 2002 called “Here and There”, the hit on the radio from that album was “Need to Need you”. Ben had played at big venues such as the Hammerstein Ballroom in NY, and the Whiskey a Go Go In LA. Other then being blessed with beautiful vocals and a strong writing hand, he plays all instruments for his music such as Guitars, Bass, Piano, Banjo, Organs, Synths. He released a video for his song “The ugliest girl in the world” it's such a sad beauty but wonderful to listen to.

To learn more about Ben Lorentzen here's the link for his official facebook. https://www.facebook.com/BenLorentzenMusic

this is the link for his music video “the ugliest girl in the world” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2i2qsDNFEk

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This will entice your ear buds......From “Ear to Ear”

The ultra creative duo that come together to form Ransom scenery has just come out with a cd “Ear to Ear”. The album has nothing but avant garde sounds and intricate instrumentals. The two inspirational artists that are the forces behind this band are from Springfield Illinois. Cheapter Negro and Drew Lowery. The cd had released in February, listening to these slow captivating rifts in each track has me trembling. It’s defiantly unique and something you might have to give it a second chance to really understand and appreciate all that went into it. They both just want use this as an outlet for expressing different moods and melodies for the public. All I can say is if exploring the music world is your thing and discovering different sounds there is out there, then this bands for you!.

Tracklisting: 1.Slowly Spinning   2. Driplove   3. My Golden Shield   4. Just Tour   5. Unconditional   6. Holozoic   7. Gasm of the Heart   8. All My   9.Pop Scripture

Check out their Facebook page to get a better look into what they are about. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ransom-Scenery/1486946638229447?ref=h

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It's a lot more then Bent up..

Alternative rock band Broken Guru has a new album  out called “Bent up Halo” it was released in april. The album is a widespread of funky insets mixed with grunge appeal. The trio of rock are from NYC, the man on vocals and guitar is Rich Guerzon, Chrisy Fiero is on vocals as well and plays bass. Ray Fiero is on percussion and vocals. They are lifelong friends from Forest hills,Queens, they feel like they find comfort and purpose through the music they create. These artists  don't see any  reason with going after fame and fortune, they are genuinely concerned with making music that has meaning to them only. If others don't appreciate their album it isn't going to bother these modest men at all. They played with some recognizable musicians such as Battleme, Daisy Berkowitz of Marilyn Manson, Ricky Byrd of Joan Jette and the Blackhearts. I would highly recommend listening to “Bent up Halo” it is beautifully unique and rock oriented with hints of funk.

Tracklisting: 01. Plight of Imemine 02.28 Cents 03.Monster Inside 04.Got to be Mean 05. Tryin 06.Half Awake 07.Bent Up Halo 08.Behind the Mouth 09.My Universe 10.Gimme More 11.Ghost 12.Like a Whore 13.In The Clouds

If you see how this band rocks and would like to know more, check out their official Facebook page. The link is below https://www.facebook.com/TheBrokenGuru

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The Unravelling has unraveled its greatness!..

The Unravelling have done what they always do, releasing amazing new material. I am talking about their brand new single “Master Drone”.  It's very hypnotic and dark, with a sound similar Tool. The single is set to be released July 8th. The Unravelling is a ambient metal band located in Calgary. Gustavo de Beauville,Steve Moore are the creative and crazy talented duo that  make up this group. In 2010 they have won the Alberta Metal awards for the best production for “13 Arcane Hymns”. They made huge success with their 1st single “Revolt” and it looks like the same fate for them with this new single. It's ravenous and raw aspects turn this track into a vicarious journey. Of you want to get a better look into what this bands all about, check out their face book page in the link below. https://www.facebook.com/theunravelling

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Yeah I want Whiskey, the song that is!

Listen here, Grumsling has two new EP’s  out called “; A Church, On a Boat, In the Sea”, also “Full Coverage”. I loved getting lost to their groovy electrifying track entitled “Skyline”. Grumsling is a alt rock band from Oakland,Ca. Both eps are epic, such a delicate genuine feel you receive from listening to their carefully  crafted tracks. Carl Flynn is the very soft enthused vocalist, on top of his singing he plays guitar.  D.J. Lowe the skillful keyboardist and synthesizer, also sings vocals. Matt Lowe is the bands bassist and is on vocals as well. Dominic Rodriguez while tossing his drumsticks in the air he is also singing along. Their sound has influences of such bands like Modest Mouse and Thrice. They actually made these eps in the winter of both 2013 and 2014 and ironically released them in the following spring. Neither of them were manipulated in any way with digital effects , it came from scratch right off the board during full band sessions.

Here's my take on the first track “Whiskey” on the  EP Full Coverage. Wow well first off the flowing intro into the song is so eloquent. Then you hear the beautiful vocals of Carl Flynn, he's got that typical flawless charm of an indie rock singer. The drummer Dominic Rodriguez is patiently moving with slight pauses. You hear the essence of the  bass so faintly  and I like the blending of each instrument.

“Bailout part 2” is like a sulky lullaby, it is like getting lost in a daydream.. I love how the tune changes to a bit more strumming of the guitar, and the backing harmonies from the other band members.

Tracklisting: Full Coverage: 1. Whiskey 2. Skyline 3. Down Time 4. SGS 5.Gnab Gib

6. Bailout Part 2

7.Revolutions.

A Church, On a Boat, In the Sea:

1.Tree 2. Pre Game 3. The Game 4.Roberta Sparrow 5. Lightning

If you would like a slower yet enchanting tune, I'd say place your cards here for Grumsling can really bring it. Listen up! Here's the link for the both “Full Coverage” and “ A church, On A Boat, In The Sea.”. http://grumsling.bandcamp.com/album/full-coverage

http://grumsling.bandcamp.com/album/a-church-on-a-boat-in-the-sea

You won't want to miss out on a chance to witness the complete talented package that Grumsling and their video for “ Bailout Part 2”. Here's the link so you can view it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FQadH6OQB0

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Love And Fear, For Sure!...

I am inspired by the feel of Slim Loris new cd “Love And Fear”. It's a sweet and sullen induced blend that falls heavenly on the eardrums. The indie rock  band originates  from Stockholm Sweden. They crafted a signature sound that radiates good vibes when listening to the new tracks. Mattias Cederstam  is the riveting vocalist who happens to play bass as well. Robert Barrefelt is the rocking guitarist  Leon Lindström is the back up vocalist and guitarist ,  Jonas Ellenberg is the bands rhythmic drummer. In 2009 Mattias and Robert had an idea forming in their creative skulls about the band..soon after they brought along Leon and Jonas. In 2010 they went through a stream of demos one entitled  “Amateur Night at the Asylum” and the other was  “Down To Earth”. In May 2013 they had come up with a follow up demo entitled Future Echoes And Past Replays. More in recent times they found them selves in 2014 on a UK tour, they performed at many clubs but one in particular is the Cavern Club in Liverpool. Later on that year they sat down to create this lustful cd called “Love And Fear”. Listening to the Lead single “Down”, it makes me feel floaty and light hearted. It's safe to say their endearing qualities have poured out all over their music. You can check out their single “Down” below at this link. https://soundcloud.com/slimloris/down

Tracklisting: 1. Never Danced Sober 2. Higher 3. Sparkling Sun 4. Going Home 5. Violet Haze 6. Better Than I 7. Down 8. Kings and Queens 9. World 10. A House of Our Own 11. Once

Enjoy and don't forget to look at their music website called http://slimloris.com

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Seether is My Remedy.

How about Seethers performance  last night, for anyone who was there at the Paramount in huntington would have defiantly felt what I was feeling when it ended, complete and utter sadness.. Because they put on such a fantastic show that I didn't care how late it was and that I had to be up for work in three hours (honestly). That was the first Seether show I was spectated to. I feel like Shaun Morgans vocals were tremendously alike to how he sounds on records, when they are live it didn't  differ at all. He played a long list of my absolute favorite songs so I'm probably a bit biased on that front. I loved when the guitarist and bassist jumped on the platforms they had on stage during the show at the same time. They moved around a lot, except for Shaun Morgan he stayed all the way to the left of the venue, which is odd because most singers I have seen in the past would gravitate more towards the middle of the stage. Other than that one little thing I would say all in all it made me want to see another show if they travel back around to my area. red Sun rising and Tremonti opened up for them. I missed the first band play. I did get to see half of Tremontis performance and it was on kilter, I loved every snare,beat,strum they blasted out to us. They really gave us (the crowd ) some love!!. I also can say I met Rob Rush and Harrison from the best LI rock station 94.3 The Shark. They took a picture with me and my sister, we told them how awesome it is that they play such a wide variety of rock from the 90′s to now. They were great guys and we loved meeting them, and the shark girls of course. At the end of the show the drummer from seether threw a drum sick to the crowd and I caught it..Im Surprised since I have butter fingers:p. 

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Please Don't Sink this Ship, I'm not Done Listening!!!

Check out the new cd “Face Yourself, And Remove Your Sandals” from the progressive indie band Small Leaks Sink Ships. They are a foursome straight from Portland Oregon bringing sounds so attentive and articulate to the table. Jim Mandel Jr., Judd Hancock, London Van Rooy, and Ryan Garner are the talent you hear when your listening to Small Leaks Sink Ships. They hearing a few tracks on their cd, I was comparing how alike each one is, they kind of all tie into one another. That shows profound distinction on their part for showing us that no other band can mimic their creation. In 2008 Ryan Garner and Rafael Macias came aboard to help evolve their sound into what it is presently. A series of bad luck had been cast on the band members but they overcome all of it and the silver lining of it all was al, of the unreleased material that they accumulated has become released more rapidly. They have  Opened for Russian Circles, Phantogram at MMMFEST  , Tera Melos, The Appleseed Cast, Piebald. I hoped to hear more from these four in the future. If interested please visit their website http://www.smallleaks.com/

The Track listing: 1.Power Outage 2.Midnight Jin 3.Yellow Bird 4.Orchis 5.Snowball Fight Attack Formations 6. We All Die 7.Building Blocks 8.The Devil Is In The Desert 9.Iceberg 10.The Mind Is Its Own Place

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Secondborn! ..You want to read this!.

I'm digging this band called Secondborn, and their upcoming EP titled “ Symbols”. Secondborn is a band that formed in Lafayette, La 2014 officially, before that in 2013 they started out as a recording project. To our luck they started their journey into making various punk rifts and gnarly noise. In this band most of the members were from other bands that almost made it,touring at various locals. Now they focus all of their energy into perfecting the art so to speak. They worked hard into creating an amazing hand crafted masterpiece. For the public to have. Luckily for their fans the EP can be obtained when it releases on June 2nd. We have Daniel Pinner who is on lead Vocals , Patrick Trumps the guitarist. Stefan Hawkins who also plays guitar, along with Tim Benson who dabbles In Guitars, Synth, Vocals, Alex Daigle who plays  Bass Guitar and  Lee Gauthreaux who is the Drummer and Percussionist. The group are self funded, and paid for all production and marketing costs. I say check out if you have not already their single “When Lions Dream” here https://youtu.be/0n72JDXfZFQ

Tracklisting: “Symbols” 1.    Say Love 2.    Secrets 3.    When Lions Dream 4.    Wolves and Hounds 5.    In Winter 6.    Kings Blood

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What music to Invest In...

The indie pysch- pop band The New Investors, had just come out with a new single on their upcoming debut album to be released in August 2015.  The New investors is a indie Americana band from Copenhagen, Denmark. The seductive floaty sound you hear is coming from these guys,  Kristian Karup who is on the drums,  Fredy Kaalhauge is the bassist and vocals, Søren Tiemroth is the keyboardist and guitarist with still being on vocals, Glenn Müller also sings and plays guitar. In 2013 the band was honored by playing at the legendary Beatles club whichever the Cavern club in Liverpool. This sparked inspiration for the single “Atun”. They feel like it's up to them to pave the way with their music in efforts to have the potential to change and  affect lives. This Danish group of talent wonders have filled my speakers with else trying rifts and drum beats that I can't seem to shake.

To watch and listen to “Atun.” You can click here for the music video for Atun. https://www.youtube.com/user/NewInvestors/videos

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What a Great Game of Lyrics..

The digital new world music has brought us the band The Great Game, a powerful blend of  beautiful sounds and genres all rolled into one. The Great Game is from Europe, they are a rock infused with jazz and reggae plus  new wave funk group. The new cd that was released on January 15th 2015, is featuring 12 songs plus a bonus track. Each song has such genuine feelings of passion and out of the box thinking. The members starting with the male lead, vocals consist of David Hastings, the female vocalist Inbal  Rosenblat. The guitarist and backing vocalist is Mounzer Saaraf . Then we have the talented Martin Fell on Saxophones and Clarinet. They had Medina Whiteman  sing vocals on the track “Poetry in Motion”. Bruno Meesus is the well driven  drummer. We have the acorrdin player Paul Chamberlain, and the bassist Manuel Saez Canton. As a guest they had Jimi Garcia on the trumpets. Trombone player César Ralleyguieb  had been a guest on tracks as well.Mouzner was who created this musical family by meeting or working  with the, on his travels. They had the brilliant idea of making The Great Game cd is  free, you can download their full album.  In Spain in 2014, they had come together to make/record the album.

This is the link to watch their new music video. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbT7x7Wu9k9x7XszH3Unzww

Tracklisting: 1: Science 2: Religionism 3: The Turning Of The Wheel Of Dhamma 4: Television 5: Bipolaroid 6: Elhechizo De Hoy 7: Poetry In Motion 8: Hungarian Dream 9: Pax Romana 10: And The Blind Man Lead The Way 11: Elemental Raven Storm 12: Slave Magic 13: The Great Game (bonus track on CD)

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I unravelled at this intense heavy metal band :The Unravelling.

The Unravelling is a Canadian rock/metal duo, who had just came out with a new hit single “Revolt”. They have a unique aggressive sound they express in this single that is being released on April 25th. I feel the same captivating nature they have here as to what was on the tracks of The Unravellings previous CDs.  “13 Arcane Hymns” was the bands album that came out in 2010 and had gotten listed in Suite 101's Top Heavy Metal Albums of 2010.  Rock website Metalunderground.com had stated  the release "a surprising firebomb of an album,”. Pitch Black Magazine called it "a 13-track emotional and industrial-infused metal masterpiece.” They have quite positive feedback from people in high places of the rock music industry. This metal rock duo is made up of  Gustavo De Beauville and Steeve Moore, who do all of it on and behind the scenes. They have come a far way now , with the lead vocalist Steve Moore finally recovered recently  from a diagnosed illness. While he was undergoing surgery and recovering, the other half Gustavo De Beauville worked on solo material. Now they have reunited and are even stronger and more dedicated to their work. They have opened up for big acts such as Helmet and Bison Bc. Having such amazing luck with their talents, they have graced the CSJW metal charts and have been nominated for not one but three Alberta metal awards in 2010. This new single is an important track to the  it symbolizes the experiences that had been through recently and change. Steve Moore had said “The lyrics to “Revolt” convey a rejection of the false and a need for inner change. This is an inner revolt that we are talking about”. They sound to me as a heavy blend of tool and disturbed . I enjoyed listening to their other CD and just like I loved listening to “13 Arcane Hymns”, I'm super into this new single Revolt

“Revolt” is a song with a fiery passion that undergoes raw emotions from the two collaborative artists. It is telling a story about pain,strength, and courage.

To learn and hear more on the two-fisted duo called The Unravelling go to their official page below

http://theunravelling.bandcamp.com/

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Concerts concerts and yes more concerts!!!

Hey follow rockers!!..I am super psyched for the upcoming months. I jammed pack my summer schedule with a ton of live shows plus a music festival!. It's all I can think about, I love going to live rock shows it's the most lively experience there is..I have come up with the idea of writing about every show I go to and recording special moments I'll write about the bands bio and what occurs at the shows and much more!!.