Hi I am Marisol Richardson but I do get called Mari unless I get in trouble then the full name gets out! Oh, how I remember the Nuns at Notre Dame calling out my full name; one too many time! I live in Northern California with my husband Stephen and my wonderful two sons. I have been going to all types of concerts for the past 30 years. I am 44 now and love all types of music with the little exception of some Rap. It is amazing to say, “I love music and to have it as a job is a bonus!”
My life motto Know Music = Know Life, No Music = No Life!
Music Junkie Press is set to launch our webzine and app late this year. So stay tuned for more of a fix for your addiction to music!!
Singer, songwriter, guitarist extraordinaire and Gibson brand ambassador, Jared James Nichols released his self titled album on January 13th and it is one that is a DO-NOT-MISS! The album which was produced, engineered, and mixed by Eddie Spear (Zach Bryan, Slash, Rival Sons) and recorded live in the studio at Blackbird Studios and Sienna Studios, truly captures the energy of Nichols live performances. We had the chance to chat a bit with Jared about his new album. * * * * * Thank you so much Jared for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press. From the first time interviewing you at NAMM 2016, we knew you were on to such a bright future. With your self-titled album set to release on January 13th, what can you share with your fans about what to expect with this new album? I am SO excited for fans to hear this new record! It is raw, high energy, and undeniably ME. I feel like I have finally captured my sound [Read More]
We recently had the opportunity chat with solo artist Austin John Winkler (former Hinder vocalist) and we are excited for his return to music. He had returned to music by releasing Superjaded earlier this year and it truly rocked! The stage is bright for Winkler and the music scene welcomes his return. Check out our interview below: * * * * * * * We wanted to thank you for your time to talk with us. American Dreams is now out and it is a stellar anthemic track. You blew us away. Can you tell us about that song and how it came about? Yes, absolutely. I wrote that song, to begin with I had that little acoustic guitar reverb thing, that guitar riff in my head so I put it out on guitar and then you know, I like to think the best song is kind of just like “spit” out of me. To be honest, it is more or less kind of like my homage of how much I love the [Read More]
We recently told you about a kick ass band that you have to know, Generation. They grabbed our attention with their release of their track Break Ur Heart. They have a sound that will have you instantly hooked. Check out our interview with Generation as you get to know your favorite new band better: * * * * * * You recently released your new track Break Ur Heart, produced by Al Groves. Can you tell us about the recording process and how the song came about? The recording process was very exciting, we had heard a lot about Al (producer) and had wanted to work with him for a while. We finally set some dates and got into the studio. The process was pretty standard we laid drums, bass, guitar and vocals last. Al got heavily involved and presented a few ideas that we absolutely loved. The song came about shortly after the lockdown ban was lifted, Dean had just got out of a relationship where his partner had gone with someone else behind his back. [Read More]
Hello I am the vocalist for the Alternative Metal group; Undermine
I was wondering how we could go about submitting our music to your site for pssible coverage.
Here are links to our EPK & our first music video: http://www.reverbnation.com./rpk/undermineband
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Your Friendly Neighborhood Chaz
Hello Marisol, my name is Sheli Hunt. I am the manager of Metal Fest III. Which is an event that my husband and I have been hosting for the past 3 years. We do it to promote local metal bands This year is our biggest show yet, we have 10+ extremely talented local metal bands from both Sonoma and Lake County.This years show is July 20th. I want to personally invite you to come to our show and soak up some of the local talent. I have some really talented musicians that you don’t want to miss out on. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Sheli Hunt
We are very interested in covering the event. You can contact me directly at [email protected] and let me know the details so I can do a pre-show write up!
Hi Marisol. I am Patrick O’Heffernan, Host of the nationally syndicated radio program Music Friday. We interview two or three guests a week and cuts from their songs. We specialize in emerging talent from all genres – artists that are on the edge of stardom, and artists that are beginning to break into a professional career. I write music reviews and post interviews of our guests and their music in various places. Would Music Junkie Press be interested in running or reprinting ,my reviews or interviews?. you can check us out at musicfriday.nationbuilder.com. T: @musicfridaylive
Thank you for the EPK and the note and the great music. If you want to be considered for an interview on Music Friday Live., go to http://musicfriday.nationbuilder.com, click on the your choice, and enter your information. Music Friday folks will review it. The show is now booking for April and May. MusicFridayLive!’s email is [email protected] – email works better than Reverbnation because the web person doesn’t checks Reverb everyday..
Cool stuff! I’m a writer & photographer. I just got back into publishing what I love for a Uni paper where I teach. I began my music journalism in Nashville in the late 80s. Now I’m back at it again and live it!
My biggest regrets is when being around so many musicians that I didn’t take photos! My ex husband was a musician. I was too busy being a hostess! I do not want to ever regret not shooting a piece of history! The only photos I have if my grandfather, The Samba King” are all PR or album shots. ?. So now no regrets! You have some fab shots! I’m just getting going. A broken leg benched me for a bit. Hopefully I’ll be in Cali and will get to meet you! I’m in Houston. Best xx debs
Very cool that you are back to doing it! Writing and music have always been a lifelong passion. We lost our home and business in the 2017 firestorm and it has been a struggle to get back to writing as much. So major creative block but slowly getting through it all. Wish you all the best! ~ M. Richardson
Im a fellow survivor of Catholic School and indie rock singer/songwriter for Katye Kellye and the Interruption from Asbury Park, NJ.
I would love to be featured when you launch. I’m back in the music business after 35 years away after a hashtag #metoo story. I launched an EP in January “Vanity Project” and will be releasing an LP late this summer, aptly called “Late Bloomer”. My music links are on my website, and I hope you take a listen and like what you hear.
Great blog. Good luck with the webzine.
Hello I am the vocalist for the Alternative Metal group; Undermine
I was wondering how we could go about submitting our music to your site for pssible coverage.
Here are links to our EPK & our first music video:
http://www.reverbnation.com./rpk/undermineband
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Your Friendly Neighborhood Chaz
Hello Marisol, my name is Sheli Hunt. I am the manager of Metal Fest III. Which is an event that my husband and I have been hosting for the past 3 years. We do it to promote local metal bands This year is our biggest show yet, we have 10+ extremely talented local metal bands from both Sonoma and Lake County.This years show is July 20th. I want to personally invite you to come to our show and soak up some of the local talent. I have some really talented musicians that you don’t want to miss out on. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Sheli Hunt
HI Sheli
We are very interested in covering the event. You can contact me directly at [email protected] and let me know the details so I can do a pre-show write up!
I look forward to it!
Marisol
This blog well and truly rocks! So I nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award.
Great blog
Hi Marisol. I am Patrick O’Heffernan, Host of the nationally syndicated radio program Music Friday. We interview two or three guests a week and cuts from their songs. We specialize in emerging talent from all genres – artists that are on the edge of stardom, and artists that are beginning to break into a professional career. I write music reviews and post interviews of our guests and their music in various places. Would Music Junkie Press be interested in running or reprinting ,my reviews or interviews?. you can check us out at musicfriday.nationbuilder.com. T: @musicfridaylive
HI Patrick,
Definitely. You can email me at [email protected] and let’s talk more. I will check it out today.
Marisol
Thank you for the EPK and the note and the great music. If you want to be considered for an interview on Music Friday Live., go to http://musicfriday.nationbuilder.com, click on the your choice, and enter your information. Music Friday folks will review it. The show is now booking for April and May. MusicFridayLive!’s email is [email protected] – email works better than Reverbnation because the web person doesn’t checks Reverb everyday..
We, over here at Torsion Project, are fast becoming very big fans of Music Junkie Press! Great interview with Pushing the Sun, nice job. Please check us out on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ProjectTorsion), ReverbNation (http://www.reverbnation.com/projecttorsion) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/torsionproject) so that we can stay in touch. Keep the great music coming! We really appreciate it!
Aaron
Torsion Project
Cool stuff! I’m a writer & photographer. I just got back into publishing what I love for a Uni paper where I teach. I began my music journalism in Nashville in the late 80s. Now I’m back at it again and live it!
My biggest regrets is when being around so many musicians that I didn’t take photos! My ex husband was a musician. I was too busy being a hostess! I do not want to ever regret not shooting a piece of history! The only photos I have if my grandfather, The Samba King” are all PR or album shots. ?. So now no regrets! You have some fab shots! I’m just getting going. A broken leg benched me for a bit. Hopefully I’ll be in Cali and will get to meet you! I’m in Houston. Best xx debs
Very cool that you are back to doing it! Writing and music have always been a lifelong passion. We lost our home and business in the 2017 firestorm and it has been a struggle to get back to writing as much. So major creative block but slowly getting through it all. Wish you all the best! ~ M. Richardson
Hey, Mari –
Im a fellow survivor of Catholic School and indie rock singer/songwriter for Katye Kellye and the Interruption from Asbury Park, NJ.
I would love to be featured when you launch. I’m back in the music business after 35 years away after a hashtag #metoo story. I launched an EP in January “Vanity Project” and will be releasing an LP late this summer, aptly called “Late Bloomer”. My music links are on my website, and I hope you take a listen and like what you hear.
Good luck with your webzine!