Fest alert

 Venture To BC's Okanagan For ARMSTRONG METALFEST 2023 Being Held July 14-15

Watch the official video recap of AMF 2019 here.
(video created by Mayne Brand Productions)

AMF Spotify Playlist 2022 Lineup here.

After their most successful event to date in 2022, which saw the festival's highest attendance on record along with marking the extreme music festival's return after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid pandemic, Armstrong MetalFest is proud to announce their 2023 edition will be held on July 14th and 15th at the Hassen Arena in Armstrong, BC.

Hosted in British Columbia's Okanagan valley with the Canadian Rockies as a specular backdrop, the 2022 gathering of metalheads witnessed Spokane, WA deathcore titans ENTERPRISE EARTH headline the festival along with Vancouver's cult-loved pyro maniacs ZIMMERS HOLE and progressive death kings NECK of THE WOODS. AMF also presented a very special performance from Kelowna's OMNIA NIHIL (formerly Apollyon) in memory of beloved vocalist Matt Depper who suddenly passed away this past January. A total of 28 bands from across Western Canada and the USA fueled the moshpit for much-needed music therapy.

Tickets for AMF 2023 and camping along with the lineup will be announced at a later date.

Festival co-organizers Jesse Valtsar adds:

"Mark it down on the calendar, we have huge plans to make 2023 the biggest event to date! With the success of 2022, we are going to continue the momentum right into next year! We are planning out our headliners and dreaming up new ways to make Metalfest the best!"

Since 2009 (minus pause years 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid pandemic), West Metal Entertainment and Armstrong Metalfest has not only fostered the talent of hundreds of local bands but brought in well-known, international acts to the quiet, little Canadian town of Armstrong, British Columbia.

Each year up to 700 metalheads from Canada and the USA descend into the picturesque Okanagan Valley and under the blistering sun they spend three days camping, taking in over 30 bands, participating in wrestling events, and scavenger hunts and catching up with their metal family.

The festival has seen such renowned headliners as Kataklysm, Cattle Decapitation, Archspire, Nekrogoblikon, and Beyond Creation as well as emerging artists from across North America. At the end of the revelry, the festival disappears without a trace, leaving the landscape as pristine as it has always been.

West Metal Entertainment is a non-profit society that not only puts on Armstrong Metal Festival every year in Armstrong, B.C., but gives bands opportunities to play different venues throughout the region including all-ages shows, to encourage musical passion in kids as well as adults.

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What the press is saying:

Kelowna Now: Armstrong Metal Festival Co-founder reflects on a decade of metal – Video Interview here.

CHBC – Global Okanagan: Metalheads celebrate a decade of gathering in Armstrong – Video Interview here.

“In the past, metalheads had to travel to Germany to experience the rush of a big festival, such as Wacken Open Air. But local headbangers decided to bring that feeling home with Armstrong Metalfest.” – Vernon Morning Star

“Go Big or Stay at Home: Armstrong has that welcoming feeling for a rock show.” – The Valley Voice

“To witness such a gathering of talent is an absolute privilege, and for that fact alone, I will certainly be returning to Armstrong Metal Fest.” – Beatroute BC

“This festival is now going to be my yearly must-go-to event and if you’re a metal head that hasn’t attended or a curious metal voyeur, do yourself a favour and check it out, you will not regret it.” – Abort Mag

“The Armstrong Metalfest is one such event and has grown from its initial, humble beginnings seven years ago to be a regular mainstay, with its south-central BC location making for a popular summertime destination for fans and bands alike.” – Decibel Mag

Named one of the out-of-town music festivals worth the trip by The Vancouver Sun

“For metalheads, this is a great vacation where groups of all sizes can enjoy their favourite musical genre in a fun, energized environment. Not to mention, the camping!” – The Permanent Rain Press

Incoming! I Am

Texan death-thrashers I AM stream new single / video on album release day   'The Primal Wave' video streaming now Eternal Steel out now via MNRK Heavy [photo by Kevyn Reece]

Texas thrash-death unit I AM have unleashed their bruising new single 'The Primal Wave', the third track taken from their Eternal Steel full-length, out today via MNRK Heavy. Watch the video to 'The Primal Wave' here: https://youtu.be/qphJMyEWUsc Brandishing a unique fusion of ferocious thrash and death metal like a weapon of mass destruction, I AM are purely no-nonsense in their patented “Texas Death” assault. Armed with riffs, speed, and overwhelming power, the band channels discontent and anger into empowering anthems, as likely to inspire a grueling workout as to incite the pit.   Tracks like 'Iron Gate,' 'Infernal Panther,' 'Queen Incarnate,' and Eternal Steel’s title track are demonstrative of the diverse extremes on offer as menacing moods, blistering thrash, and crushing death collide all over the record. The lyrics harness the power of dark subject matter in ways that serve and inspire the listener. “The topic of ‘fear’ is addressed in [latest single] ‘The Primal Wave,’” notes vocalist Andrew Hileman, “but in a way where that fear is used to fuel you to overcome obstacles.” Hileman further elaborates of the track, "If I could describe this song into a few words I’d use Hileman 'furious power.' It’s very unrelenting and in your face the whole time leaving an uneasy feeling. Getting with Kevyn [Reece] to make this video happen brought our vision of filth to life." Watch previous videos: 'Surrender To The Blade': https://youtu.be/gKBNsBMTW2k 'The Iron Gate': https://youtu.be/GgzIQ3-zZno Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Randy Leboeuf (Kublai Khan, Sentinels, The Acacia Strain), Eternal Steel, the quintet’s debut for MNRK Heavy, combines the onslaught of the band’s well-received Hard 2 Kill (2018) with the primal bite of Life Through Torment (2017) into a singular statement of intent. Pre-order Eternal Steel on CD, cassette and vinyl here: http://iam-eternalsteel.com/ I AM - The Primal Wave I AM have earned a reputation for devastation in the live environment, converting doubters and curious onlookers alike into diehard believers with sweat and determination. And across the two most recent records, they established themselves as a band who never writes the same song twice.   “You won’t mistake one track for another,” Reyes assures. “Not in a way that sounds scattered or disorganized. It’s just that we have a range within our sound. We exercise free rein creatively.”   The death n’ roll groove of Obituary, the street-smart violence of Cro-Mags, it all coalesces into something fresh, exciting, and distinctly I AM. Hearkening to the past of classic metal with a hard shove forward into the future, these guys transcend genre limitations with a sound built to last.   “The band’s music is an angry headbanger’s dream.” – Kerrang! “I AM reigns supreme.” – New Transcendence    I AM are: Andrew Hileman – vocals Tom Reyes – guitar Chris Burgess – guitar Erik Rodriguez – bass  Brandon Busa – drums   For more information: http://www.facebook.com/iamtxmusic http://twitter.com/iamtxmusic http://www.instagram.com/iamtxmusic http://iamtxmusic.bandcamp.com http://www.mnrkheavy.com http://www.facebook.com/MNRKHeavy http://www.twitter.com/MNRKHeavy http://www.instagram.com/MNRK_heavy   About MNRK Music Group:  MNRK Music Group is one of the largest independent music companies in the world, with recording, music publishing, and management divisions operating in every major music market. MNRK is committed to discovering and guiding top music creators and artists and works with some of the greatest musical talent including The Lumineers and Pitbull, the music publishing catalog of Chuck Berry, plus premier music companies Dualtone Music Group and Last Gang. The company’s music department services Academy Award and Emmy Award-winning producers. Its catalogue across divisions consists of 54,000 music tracks, including multiple GRAMMY winners and platinum-selling hits. To learn more visit mnrk.com Eternal Steel track-listing: 1. The Primal Wave 2. Surrender To The Blade 3. The Iron Gate 4. Eternal Steel 5. Vicious Instinct 6. Infernal Panther 7. Queen Incarnate 8. Heaven On Earth 9. Price Of Pain 10. Eye Candy 11. Manic Cure

Michael Alan

Rock Instrumentalist Michael Alan Shares 'Thank You' Video Single

West Yorkshire's acclaimed guitarist Michael Alan delivers news of his video release for the melodically charged rock guitar ballad 'Thank You'. Taken from his forthcoming and unashamedly instrumental debut album 'Calling' - the track ascends from its classical guitar themed introduction into heavier melodic rock adventures. Soaring anthemic melodies and emotive hook lines, re-occurring motifs and articulately arranged song dynamics all add to the flowing sense of drama and feeling encased in Michael's latest and 'stream only' release. 

https://youtu.be/tXYvpjFawvI

Formerly releasing under the moniker of MKor Mike Kremastoules - the Leeds (UK) born and bred musician frequently draws stylistic comparisons to greats such as Gary Moore, Bill Nelson, Dave Gilmour, Joe Satriani and many more. After paying his dues as the lead guitarist in 80's NWOBHM movement outfits Ded Ringer (Neat Records) and Streetfighter, Michael continued to maintain his presence on the British rock scene whilst embarking on a career as a professional actor. Artistically inspired during the pandemic lockdown of 2020, Michael produced a collection of guitar-driven instrumentals that reflected his deep love of classic rock, blues, metal and progressive rock. A diverse range of compositions shaped to have their own individual voice and unique character. This material has since evolved into the finely crafted works that all feature on his Calling album and co-produced with Dave Johnson (Spellsound Studios -UK).

Those already familiar with Michael's work may have heard the retro hard rock fuelled 'Run' and the ballad- like single 'Butterfly'. Two well received and contrasting offerings that garnered much support from independent press/radio stations across the UK and far beyond. These singles and his new release 'Thank You' - all provide an insight into a mature performer striving to create memorable and timeless melodies. His focus has never been to try and push the boundaries of modern guitar playing techniques. Michael Alan's guitar is his 'voice' and his music aspires to express what words fail to say through sheer melody, tonality, dynamics and most of all - emotion.

The British artist (with proud Greek heritage) is now joined at live shows by fellow comrades Dave Johnson (Guitar), Lincoln J Roth (Bass) and Bob Pears (Drums). Official news announcements of his Calling debut album shall be arriving soon. 

Connect with Michael Alan at:

www.facebook.com/michaelalanofficial 

www.instagram.com/michaelalanofficial

www.tiktok.com/@michaelalan201

www.michaelalanofficial.com

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 ROX TV Meets

Adam Lancaster & Alison Vincent

Erja new single

ERJA LYYTINEN NEW SINGLE- "LAST GIRL" RELEASED WEDNESDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2022 STREAM/BUY SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO TAKEN FROM NEW ALBUM  "WAITING FOR THE DAYLIGHT" RELEASED FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER 2022 PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM

Finnish blues rock slide guitarist and singer songwriter Erja Lyytinen is pleased to announce the release of  Last Girl, the second single taken from her upcoming ninth studio album Waiting For The Daylight. The single, released Wednesday September 7th, is available to stream and buy on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and Amazon Music via https://ffm.to/ylyrxan. Watch the Last Girl music video on YouTube via https://youtu.be/r1cKU0xl8Tc. Released by Tuohi Records on Friday October 7th, Erja’s new album Waiting For The Daylight features nine original songs, and is available to pre-order from https://erjalyytinen.com/waiting-for-the-daylight. In November, Erja heads out on a co-headline UK tour with the award-winning Belfast-based blues guitarist Dom Martin.  Tickets are available from https://erjalyytinen.com/tour and www.dommart.in/tour.  Dates include Southampton, The 1865 (Nov 7),Bilston, The Robin (Nov 8), London, The Grace(Nov 9) and Grimsby, Yardbirds (Nov 10).  "Last Girl deals with the subject of bullying in schools and the feeling of being left out of a friendship group, says Erja. “This song is for those who feel as if they are outsiders, which is a current topic as the new school year is about to start. A lot is happening in the song, and it is quite intense and energetic, just like the school world is.” “Continues Erja, “Making the music video for Last Girl felt essential because it’s such an important topic to me. A young girl features in the music video, and at the end, she is playing an electric guitar with me as part of the group and having a good time. The song speaks out on many levels.” “It was fascinating to create guitar parts for Last Girl. It has some vibes from rock bands like Iron Maiden, but I also wrote twin-part guitar harmonies to the C - part in the style of an Allman Brothers Band. I wanted to create a song with an old classic rock feel but executed with modern sounds and techniques.” “The intro has pull-offs and some fast licks and flute notes combined which creates the main guitar theme for the whole song. This song has probably one of the most challenging guitar parts I have written so far.”  For musicians, the last two years have been a period of reflection and soul searching. What to do with oneself in the absence of life on the road? And would live music ever be able to return to the way it was pre-pandemic? Artists and music fans alike waited for that glimmer of hope and the return of some semblance of normality. Written largely during the pandemic era Erja Lyytinen’s new studio album Waiting For The Daylight encapsulates these emotions. With time on her hands, Lyytinen was able to pause, dig deep and fully process her feelings. Some of which she had been carrying for a long time. This journey of self-exploration proved to be a source of inspiration for the artist’s latest offering. Carrying on from the gifted guitarist's last two studio albums, Stolen Hearts, and Another World, respectively, Lyytinen continues to explore themes such as love, loss, heartbreak, and sometimes even revenge. Events transpiring around the world occasionally fed into the storyboard of Lyytinen's song writing. The album was recorded during the first half of 2022, between Erja’s hectic touring schedule, with the bulk of the sessions taking place at The Hollywood House in Helsinki, Finland. Lyytinen was joined in the studio by long-standing bass player Tatu Back and drummer Iiro Laitinen. Having played on every one of Lyytinen’s albums since 2008, Harri Taittonen features once again on Hammond and keyboard. Waiting For The Daylight illustrates a new chapter in Erja’s musical and artistic trajectory. The album was proudly produced by Lyytinen herself. Subsequently, Erja simultaneously explored sounds on the periphery of the blues-rock genre. She fearlessly pushed herself and the band further than previously before.  During her formative years, Erja was schooled on the sounds of the 60s and 70s by her mother, and with her latest offering, she pays homage to rock greats such as Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, and Uriah Heap. With its heavy groove, atmospheric textures, and passionate delivery the title track is a testament to this. The song Waiting For The Daylight also features perhaps one of the artist’s most mesmerising and emotive solos to date. Lyytinen further showcases her chops during the album's hook-laden opening number and lead single, Bad Seed. The artist pours her heart and soul into the cathartic number Last Girl. Erja describes the latter a cross between Satriani meets Iron Maiden. Says Erja, "The song talks about bullying in schools and how you can be left out of a friendship group. I always put something of my own in the songs as well, so it became a very important song on many levels.” Just as the title dictates, at approximately seven minutes long, The End of Music concludes the release to great effect. “The song talks about missing being back on stage and the audience, as many of us musicians did during the pandemic,” explains Erja. For Erja and her fans alike, the new studio album and her return to touring the UK is worth the wait.  TRACK LISTING Bad Seed (5:13) Last Girl (5:28) Run Away (5:00) Waiting For The Daylight (6:12) Never Really Had You (5:15) Diamonds On The Road (4:25) You Talk Dirty (6:17) Love Bites (3:58) The End of Music (6:55) LINE-UP Erja Lyytinen - Vocals, Guitars, Violin, Keyboards Harri Taittonen - Keyboards, Hammond Tatu Back - Bass Iiro Laitinen - Drums PRODUCTION CREDITS Recorded and mixed by Matias Kiiveri at Hollywood House in Helsinki Finland 2022 Guitars and vocals recorded at Sniper´s Studio by Erja Lyytinen Solo guitars for Track 6 recorded at E-Studio, Sipoo Finland by Lauri Hämäläinen Assefa Abdissa percussion (on Diamonds on The Road) Mastered by Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers Produced by Erja Lyytinen Executive producer Erja Lyytinen for Bluesland Productions Photographer and digital design by Antti Karppinen, Alias Creative Graphic design by Jan Yrlund, Darkgrove Design All songs, lyrics, and music by Erja Lyytinen Record label: Tuohi Records ALBUM TRACK BY TRACK BAD SEED I wanted to make a track that you could dance to. This track has a fat groove and instantly makes you want to move. In the solos, two guitars vary. A regular guitar and a slide guitar have a conversation. It’s one of my favourites on the album and our first single release. LAST GIRL This song features my most developed and well-rehearsed guitar chops! Perhaps you could say it’s like Joe Satriani meets Iron Maiden. I wanted this song to be like one of those 80´s guitar hero songs, and I pushed myself to play differently. It is a very up-tempo song with a lot of intensity and funky elements. The song talks about bullying in schools and how you can be left out of a friendship group. I always put something of my own in the songs as well, so it became a very important song on many levels. RUN AWAY One day I was playing with my new guitar and the melodic guitar part on the song started to form. In the choruses, it turns into a rock/pop song. It was cool to write a slide solo on this one. WAITING FOR THE DAYLIGHT This song has a deep meaning to me, as I have lost a few friends to long term illnesses. In the song, I am describing how a lovely creature comes to you, taking you sweetly away from your earthly pains on your last day. There´s a huge guitar solo on this track which grows towards the end with a guitar harmony accompanying the lead guitar. I was trying to express the deep story through this grandioso solo and big backing vocals in the end. NEVER REALLY HAD YOU This is a heart-breaking blues ballad about long lost love. It starts from a small and growing track to a big number. It’s one of those songs that brings a tear to your eye. DIAMONDS ON THE ROAD This is one of the bluesiest songs on the album! It paints a picture of a single Mom taking care of their child, where their man has gone out to play with another woman. Mom is planning a little revenge and goes out to confront the bad weather. The song speeds up towards the end as she is determined to reach her goal following the diamonds on the road like Hans and Gretel in the forest. There is lots of crazy slide guitar on this one. YOU TALK DIRTY This song was originally released for the first time 20 years ago on my first recording. I thought the song had potential, so we made a new arrangement for it, and it became quite a tough number on the album. I have always liked War Pigs by Black Sabbath and this song has similar elements. In the intro through using Whammy, I vary between C and D major chords to create this moaning effect. LOVE BITES This is a story about love, or how the lack of it makes you feel physically uncomfortable. It gets into your skin, and it makes you feel like you never want to fall in love again, as illustrated in the first verse. This could be a Ray Charles song with a punky attitude. I also wrote violin parts for the song and the C-part has a bit of a Tori Amos vibe, with a grand piano playing expressively in the background. THE END OF MUSIC This song has a southern rock vibe. My band and I played this one live in the studio. It is probably the earthiest song on the album. It’s very relaxed and a perfect ender for the album. The song talks about missing being back on stage performing in front of an audience. It could also be about missing your love, how love ends and because of that, how the melody and music ends, too.  "Last Girl" photo by Ville Juurikkala Landscape portrait photo by Antti Karppinen

Joanne Shaw

JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR NEW STUDIO ALBUM - "NOBODY'S FOOL" RELEASED BY KTBA RECORDS ON 28 OCTOBER 2022 PRE-ORDER CD, VINYL & DIGITAL THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW STUDIO ALBUM PRODUCED BY DREAM TEAM GUITAR ICONS JOE BONAMASSA & JOSH SMITH FEATURING THE NEW SINGLE "JUST NO GETTING OVER YOU (DREAM CRUISE)" STREAM & DOWNLOAD THE SINGLE

"Joanne Shaw Taylor’s new album is already being regarded as her best to date."  – Guitarist Magazine “With masses of crossover appeal, Nobody’s Fool has the potential to be huge, and 13 years after her debut album she might well find herself the next overnight sensation.”  – Record Collector Magazine Joanne Shaw Taylor’s new breakthrough studio album Nobody’s Fool releases on Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Records worldwide Friday, October 28th.  The album is available to pre-order HERE The new album, recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, is produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith and features Joe Bonamassa on “Won’t Be Fooled Again,” guitarist Carmen Vandenberg (Bones UK) on “Figure It Out,” cellist Tina Guo on “Fade Away” and music legend Dave Stewart on a cover of the Eurythmics classic “Missionary Man.” The first single from the album, “Just No Getting Over You (Dream Cruise),” released today and can be streamed and downloaded HERE. Joanne as born and raised in the UK and was discovered at the age of 16 by music icon Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics. Right from the get-go, Joanne's incredible guitar playing, and distinctive sultry vocals set her apart from the rest of the crowd. Nobody’s Fool is her most personal album to date. Joanne's writing lays bare love, loss, and the desire to be free of the past through the vessel of catchy hooks and infectious guitar riffs. Her vocal style, writing prowess and guitar skills take the listener on a journey into the wasteland of love and back into the light of hope and redemption. Nobody's Fool takes Joanne into new territory that can be described as retro pop with a modern flare, yet still encompasses the emotion of her blues roots.  “The title track opens the album and sets the mood with JST’s signature husky, soulful vocals embellished with some powerful guitar lines,” says Guitarist Magazine. Joanne wrote all the songs on the album except “Missionary Man,” which is written by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics. Joanne co-wrote “New Love” with Josh Smith, Calvin Turner, and Dylan Altman, “Then There’s You” with James House, “Fade Away” with Sharon Corbitt, and “The Leaving Kind” co-written with Joe Bonamassa, Leslie Satcher, and Beth Nielsen-Chapman (Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Bonnie Raitt). ALBUM TRACK LISTING 1. Nobody's Fool (3:36) 2. Bad Blood (3:49) 3. Won't Be Fooled Again feat. Joe Bonamassa (4:54) 4. Just No Getting Over You (Dream Cruise) (4:40) 5. Fade Away feat. Tina Guo (4:52) 6. Then There's You (3:23) 7. Runaway (3:49) 8. Missionary Man feat. Dave Stewart (3:08)  9. Figure It Out feat. Carmen Vandenberg (3:48) 10. The Leaving Kind (4:03) 11. New Love (4:03) PRODUCTION CREDITS Producers – Joe Bonamassa & Josh Smith Executive Producer – Roy Weisman Engineer – Austin Atwood Assistant Engineer – Nate Haessly (Sunset Sound) Mix Engineer – Alan Hertz Musicians Joanne Shaw Taylor – Vocals & Lead Guitar Joe Bonamassa – Rhythm Guitar Josh Smith – Rhythm Guitar Lemar Carter – Drums Calvin Turner – Bass Deron Johnson – Piano/Wurlitzer/B3 Danielle De Andrea, Gaby Moreno & Jeff Young – Background Vocals Tina Guo – Cello (“Fade Away”) Carmen Vandenberg - Guitar Solo/Lead Guitar (“Figure It Out”) # # # Neil O'Brien Entertainment in association with KTBA Records and Planet Rock presents: JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR NOVEMBER - DECEMBER UK TOUR 2022 TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM WWW.JOANNESHAWTAYLOR.COM WWW.SEETICKETS.COM WWW.GIGANTIC.COM  Cardiff, Tramshed Tuesday 22 November 2022 Exeter, Corn Exchange Wednesday 23 November 2022 Reading, Hexagon Friday 25 November 2022 Hastings, White Rock Theatre Saturday 26 November 2022 Bury St Edmunds, The Apex Monday 28 November 2022 Birmingham, Town Hall Wednesday 30 November 2022 Newcastle, Tyne Theatre & Opera House Thursday 1 December 2022 Edinburgh, The Queen’s Hall Friday 2 December 2022 Sheffield, City Hall Sunday 4 December 2022 Milton Keynes, The Stables Monday 5 December 2022 Portsmouth, Guildhall Wednesday 7 December 2022 Stroud, The Subscription Rooms Friday 9 December 2022 Ipswich, Corn Exchange Saturday 10 December 2022 High Wycombe, Old Town Hall Sunday 11 December 2022 # # #   Photo of Joanne Shaw Taylor by Chris Wilson

The Milk Men have the bottle!

THE MILK MEN New Single - "Gabba Gabba Hey" Released Friday 9 September 2022 Taken From The New Album "Spin The Bottle" Released Friday 9 September 2022 Stream and Buy the New Single Here Watch the "Gabba Gabba Hey" Music Video Here Order The New Album On CD & Vinyl From www.themilkmenmusic.com Order The Album Digitally From https://themilkmen.hearnow.com/spin-the-bottle-2

Check out ROX TVs interview  https://youtube.com/watch?v=7A3Z-a-VNs0&feature=share

The Milk Men's new single Gabba Gabba Hey will be released on Friday September 9th. One of the most talked-about bands on the UK's live circuit, the single is taken from their much-anticipated fourth album, Spin The Bottle, released September 9th. Stream/download the Gabba Gabba Hey single via https://themilkmen.hearnow.com/gabba-gabba-hey. Watch the Gabba Gabba Hey music video at via www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZLd0EizLfw. The new album is available on CD and vinyl from www.themilkmenmusic.com/uk-merchandise.html, and digitally from https://themilkmen.hearnow.com/spin-the-bottle-2. Gabba Gabba Hey is the third single from Spin The Bottle, following the release of the previous two singles Cheap Seats and Go Go Baby. "As a teenager I had started getting into punk music, predominantly The Sex Pistols and The Clash,” says Lloyd Green, The Milk Men’s bass guitarist and writer of Gabba Gabba Hey. “I taught myself bass by playing along to Never Mind The Bollocks. I loved the energy and that at its essence it was still rock n roll. It wasn’t until several years later that I discovered the Ramones.” Continues Lloyd, “I was watching an old clip from Old Grey Whistle Test of the Ramones performing Rock n Roll High School. I thought it was coolest thing I had ever seen or heard. The stance of Joey, the 1-2-3-4count from Dee Dee, the frantic downstrokes of Johnny - the denim, the leather jackets, the hair. I needed to find out more. I started listening to albums and watched clips and fell in love with them even more.” “One of my favourite songs of theirs is Pinhead and at the end they always use to bring on a sign saying Gabba Gabba Hey - it was kind of their calling chant. Sadly, all the original members have now passed away and I never got a chance to see them so the next best thing was to write a song honouring them - with reference to their early CBGB days and I couldn’t resist using their calling chant of Gabba Gabba Hey as the title. Whilst the lyrics are a tribute to them, musically the song is more glam rock / early Bowie than punk, but it works, and we play it loud enough so they can all hear it up there.” The Milk Men, who have made three previous, highly acclaimed albums recorded in the picturesque Surrey countryside at Masterlink Studio. The band enlisted the talents of blues rock production legend Wayne Proctor, who has worked with a dazzling array of well-known names from the UK’s music scene, including King King, Ben Poole, and British rock legend Ray Davies from The Kinks. Proctor co-produced the album with Adam Norsworthy. This team was a match made in heaven, and one that has made a number of critically acclaimed albums together.  The band’s previous album, Deliverance, was released just as the COVID lockdown was enforced, so the band was unable to tour the songs as planned. Instead, they set about building their fan base with videos and single releases that saw their online following increase ten-fold. As a result, Spin The Bottle is now one of the most eagerly anticipated blues rock releases of the year. “We wanted to really get this one right,” says Adam. We know a lot of people are keen to hear it, so for it we have used a number of great studios and production talents to help us put it together.” The album was recorded by James Welch at Masterlink Studios in Surrey, and then the tracks were handed over to Adam and Wayne who set about creating a tight, exciting live sound that reflected the band’s incredibly dynamic and popular live shows. “It was important it sounded like us – no frills and tricks,” adds singer Jamie Smy. “Our live shows are so well received that we wanted to capture all the things we do best on this album. We have a real momentum behind us. It’s important that we capitalise on that with Spin The Bottle.”  Jamie and Adam are best friends who met at school when they were eleven. They have been in many bands together over the years, but it wasn’t until they both developed a deep love of the blues in their late teens, the idea for a powerful, dynamic blues band playing catchy songs took shape. Although Adam formed The Mustangs – four-time British Blues award nominees and UK music scene veterans, he and Jamie eventually formed The Milk Men and were joined by Mike Roberts, who drummed with the legendary Pirates, and Lloyd Green on bass – son of British R’n’B guitar legend Mick Green. This mix of talents and personalities has proved irresistible to the band’s ever-growing following. Jamie’s husky blues voice is reminiscent of Rod Stewart in his prime, he prances and preens about the stage like a man born to it. Shades of Freddie Mercury, Bon Scott, Lee Brilleaux and Fish all come into his performance, but with Jamie’s extra spoonful of humour and wit, there is no one quite like him.  Mike’s powerful drumming comes from a jazz background, and he brings with it a loveable, playful personality that comes out in his stage presence. He is also fast-becoming known as the best-dressed player on the circuit – always immaculately dressed from head to toe in fine suits. An homage to Charlie Watts perhaps? With a music legend as a father, it would be easy for Lloyd Green to shy away from the stage, but with his beautiful bass playing – eloquent, lyrical, funky, and powerful, quite the opposite is true. He is the band’s secret weapon – crafting beautiful bass lines and performing them with an imposing, impressive stage presence that perfectly balances out Adam on the other side of Jamie.  A well-known veteran of the UK blues rock scene, guitarist Adam is the perfect foil to singer Jamie. The pair’s stage dynamic is electric, with Adam firing of live-wire solos you can sing along to, whilst his smooth tenor backing vocals blend perfectly with Jamie’s husky voice to create big harmonies in even bigger choruses. And now, on Spin The Bottle, all the band’s talents come together to create their finest album yet. That’s a big statement, especially as their second album Gold Top hailed by many as a blues rock classic, and Deliverance reached the national Top 40 and got to number #9 on the UK Blues Chart. The band are confident that Spin The Bottle will eclipse the reputations of their previous three albums. “This is a blues rock Thriller, or Rumours,” says Lloyd. “There’s no filler on here – the quality is there from the first note to the last. We felt we could have released any number of tracks as singles. It’s great to know that people will be humming along to every track, because the album is just full of hooks.” The band’s philosophy is to deliver quality music, on stage and off, whilst letting people know you are having fun. That infectious attitude is all over Spin The Bottle from the big beats of first single Go Go Baby, to the bouncy groove and Elvis-inspired hooks of Fabulous. The band wears their influences on their sleeve, then rolls them up and gets on with delivering an album and live show that is somehow completely unique and unforgettable. “The best band we have ever had here” or “The most fun night we’ve had in ages” are becoming familiar end-of-the-night tributes at Milk Men gigs. Why not Spin The Bottle yourself, and put some milk in your music? The best blues rock album of 2022 is on its way! Get ready for the Milk Men’s full-phat, gold-topped music delivered in style!  TRACK LIST 1. Driving It (3.47) 2. Cheap Seats (3.48) 3. Go Go Baby (2.47) 4. Adelaide (4.43) 5. How Do You Think I Feel? (4.02) 6. Sing The Blues (4.31) 7. Gabba Gabba Hey (3.28) 8. Fabulous (3.51) 9. Highway Woman (3.57) 10. Bad Seed (3.08) PRODUCTION CREDITS All songs written by Jamie Smy & Adam Norsworthy Except Tracks 7 & 10 written by Lloyd Green & David Coleman Track 8 written by Lloyd Green Recorded at Masterlink Studios, Surrey Savannah Studios, Park Hall Studios, London Recorded by James Welch Produced by Adam Norsworthy & Wayne Proctor LINE-UP Jamie Smy – Lead & backing vocals Adam Norsworthy – Guitars, Piano, Backing Vocals, Percussion Lloyd Green – Bass Guitar Mike Roberts - Drums ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS James Welch – Hammond organ ALBUM TRACK BY TRACK DRIVING IT Rev the engine! Pure foot-down, top-back rock’n’roll and a perfect opener to the album. The band plays at 100 mph through killer riffs and hooks. CHEAP SEATS An infectious rock song that grooves like a Stevie Wonder classic, one to sing while you are tapping your toe. GO GO BABY Full of energy and fun, Go Go Baby builds and builds to a dynamic crescendo, with hooks a-plenty along the way. ADELAIDE An acoustic epic that motors along on an enormous chorus, with an almost spiritual middle section. An instant classic! HOW DO YOU THINK I FEEL? The band’s ability to shift styles yet always sound like themselves is second to none. An insanely catchy indie rock song with an affecting lyric about losing your girl to your best mate. SING THE BLUES Harking back to the band’s blues beginnings, this is a sublime slice of original blues with a twist, with Adam’s clever guitar arrangements taking centre stage at the song’s climax. GABBA GABBA HEY A brilliant earworm of a tribute to the Ramones. Sleazy, catchy, and full of fun. FABULOUS Is it Elvis? Is it ZZ Top? All the band’s influences blend in yet another earworm of a track. Lloyd’s intricate, tight bass work dives the song brilliantly. HIGHWAY WOMAN A grinding Hendrix-like riff gives way to a trippy late-60s style rock number, featuring blistering guitar work from Adam. BAD SEED The album closes with a dark rock epic with shades of Pink Floyd and Queen. A huge riff drives the song over a dark lyric and epic solo.  THE MILK MEN 2022 UK TOUR DATES TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM: www.milkmenmusic.com  Saturday 10th September - SX Centre, Brentwood CM15 9NN   Thursday 15th September - Landmark Arts Centre, Teddington Saturday 17th September at 6pm - Cider Festival, Brasenose Arms, Cropredy Friday 7th October - Swanage Blues Festival Friday 11th November - Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, Lancashire Saturday 12th November - Hallelujah Festival, Hartlepool Sunday 13th November - The Flying Circus, Newark (afternoon show) Thursday 8th December - Half Moon, Putney (w/ Dr. Feelgood) Saturday 17th December - The Musician, Leicester (Supporting Dr. Feelgood) Saturday 15th January 2023 – Great British Rock & Blues Festival, Skegness