I wanted to share a letter from the editor since I haven't done one in a while. So, since 2023, some things have changed. I turned 26 yesterday. I'm taking my last college class right now and after this I will get my Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. I'm one class from being done. I was delayed because of the super hard math classes but I didn't give up. I worked hard and I succeeded.
The latest single by Scream Idol is out. It's a reimagination of their tune Sara Soda. This version is the night mix and you've gotta check this out.
New season, new sampler!
Concentric is the fourth single by Ivy Kill, and like all of their singles, it's terrific because artists like Ivy Kill are an artist that makes me look forward to hearing new tunes by them.
Jamie Sheriff has done numerous things including releasing a solo album on a major label, releasing an EP on an independent label, collaborating with artists ranging from The Ventures to LaMarca to Circle Jerks, scoring music for films and commercials and releasing a punk album.
Vineland is made up of Anthony Lauletta and Dave Baldwin, formerly of Halo West who you may remember from GenClash's playlist The Songs You Need To Hear.
Fellaheen Records announces the long-awaited release of Andy and the Rattlesnakes, an eponymous new album featuring songs written and recorded by the band in the past decade. Dubbed by the L.A. Weekly as “one of the great, lost eclectic underground rock & roll bands in West L.A. in the early 80s,” Andy and the Rattlesnakes captivated L.A. music fans with their exciting live performances. The band's sound combines twisted punk overtones, reggae dubs, ska skanks, and spontaneous jazz and blues improvisations, into a mixture held together by the heart and soul backbone of solid R&B and rock n’ roll.
I discovered Mickey Mess on a playlist called "Rock-A-Rama Radio" by Scream Idol.
I discovered Rock City Machine Co. on Ryan Cook's Instagram page.
On March 27, 2019, I created Generation Clash. This happened because I asked myself how I could use my knowledge of music because I know a lot but I wasn't sure what I could do with that knowledge. Then I had an idea where I could write about the music I love. I've always felt that there's a lot of music I listen to that I don't see other people talking about. I'm not talking about a few artists, a lot of what I listen to I never see other people talking about.
On March 9th 2024, Judas Priest released their hugely anticipated new studio album "Invincible Shield" on Epic/Columbia Records.
I discovered Rock City Angels at Double Decker Records. I found their album Young Man's Blues on vinyl. It's a gold stamp promo. It's the single LP American pressing. I recently learned that there was an 2 LP version of the album that was released in Europe and it had more songs than the American edition. I learned about this after I noticed that there were songs on the Jim Dickinson mix album that weren't on the version I have of Young Man's Blues.
Something happened to me when I saw Green Day perform on New Year’s Eve. I had no idea Green Day was releasing a new album until I saw them on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. I saw them perform Dilemma and I thought it was fantastic and I couldn’t wait to hear the album.
GenClash End Of Year Letter
Generation Clash will be out office for the rest of 2023.
New season, new sampler!!
1: How did you decide on the name, “VARYA"?
New week, more new releases you need to hear!
We only ask you to do one thing. All we ask you to do is listen.
Today is the day that Ready the Prince release their debut album, "Book Of Oji".
Foreplay was a pre-release sampler series created by A&M to promote upcoming releases. They came in colored diecut sleeves and came with booklets so record store owners could find out more about the artists featured on the samplers and they could order their albums to sell them in their store.
New week, more new releases you need to hear!
I burned this CD a few years ago when I was picking albums out to listen to while I was studying for college.
We only ask you to do one thing. All we ask you to do is listen.
Check out the latest tune from Brasko!
New week, more new releases you need to hear!
Check out the latest installment of CCTV!! 10 music videos every season.
While we were on summer break, we didn't miss any new releases. We made a list every Friday and we added it to our Out Of Office list.
1: What inspires you to create?There is a fire that burns inside me. Real life struggles and memories and moments, whether good or bad or in between. I just love and appreciate the fact that I’ve been given a gift from god and it allows me to connect and communicate with souls from every walk of life. I love making people feel something inside. I love telling a story. The desire to be heard inspires me.2: What advice would you give to someone who wants to be in a creative profession?Be prepared to grind. Believe in yourself at all times. Don’t let outsiders grind you down. And give 'em hell at all times. And stay ready because you never know when your moment may come.3: Do you feel open minded about what you listen to? Do you like going out of your comfort zone?I am very open minded.. to good, real music that comes from the soul. I love all music as long as it’s real. I do like stepping out of the comfort zone. It’s an opportunity for growth.4: What outlets do you find out about music from? (Record stores, magazines, samplers, etc.)You gotta really dig to find some good new shit. I find a lot of music through Spotify and Instagram, honestly. The radio doesn’t offer too much these days.5: What is your favorite format to listen to music on? (CD, Vinyl, etc.)Vinyl baby. There’s nothin' like Appetite for Destruction played on 10 on classic vinyl.6: How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business?It’s a blessing and a curse. Everything is so accessible but you’ve got to really find a way to stand apart from the crowd these days. I don’t mind the internet, it’s easier to quickly find new music if you know where to look.7: Who was the first band/artist that became your favorite band?Guns N' Roses.8: What qualities do you think make a good musician?The ability to play what’s needed for the song. Not overplaying. Soul. Ability to adapt and play with others. Confidence. Knowing to when to really rip and when to lay back. A good fuckin' ear. Willing to really take time for your craft.9: Do you have any hobbies outside of music?I love playin Texas Hold Em poker. I love golf. I love to fish too. Being with my boys too, just getting into shit and raisin' a little hell is always fun.10: What was the inspiration for your song “Only Want U 4 U”?An old flame. Wanting someone for who they are and nothing else. Not for their money or car. Just the real person.
I discovered Walk The West at Double Decker Records.
Generation Clash will be out of office from April 28, 2023 to September 3, 2023.
Modern Day Rock has been updated and renamed. It is now called ROCKWORLD. 100 rock tunes that you need to hear!
1: What inspires you to create?
We only ask you to do one thing. All we ask you to do is listen.
I know what you're going to say. You're going to ask me if I love Dynasty. The answer is yes, and I love Unmasked too.
New week, more new releases you need to hear!
We only ask you to do one thing. All we ask you to do is listen.
Our New Music Friday playlist has been renamed. It is now Retronaut Discoveries.
The debut album by The Godz is superb!!
The latest album by L.A. Guns is excellent, and they are one of a few bands that I look forward to hearing their new albums.
The latest tune from Suspect Down is fantastic!!
New week, more new releases you need to hear!
We only ask you to do one thing. All we ask you to do is listen.
The second album by Star Star was released on Roadrunner Records, and they were the first artist who wasn't a death metal band that Roadrunner signed.
Here is our latest installment of New Music Friday!! 10 artists you should know about, shared every two months!
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