The Kerri Edelman Show

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Modern Rock Band Royal Bliss

Hailing from Salt Lake City, Royal Bliss started in a basement as a few kids who had a passion for music and a drive to succeed. Striving to further their own abilities while building their fan base at the same time was always the ultimate goal. The music has been a message to those who listened, evolving every step of the way. From the early days when the lyrics echoed that of a late night frat party, to the deep, meaningful, and sometimes cries for help, the process of evolution is undeniable. Royal Bliss is modern rock with equal parts beauty and tragedy. The new album Chasing The Sun, out February 18th 2014, is a bold statement for Royal Bliss. Peaking at #5 on the iTunes rock charts and already getting rave reviews. Royal Bliss has been making their mark across the country for years now. Constant writing, recording, and touring have helped build the success of the band. The wide variety of influences from Johnny Cash to Snoop Dog to Led Zeppelin and the Toadies with everything in between has melded a sound that cannot be denied. In 2009 their Capitol Records debut Life In-Between charted in the Billboard top 200 and was #1 in Billboard Heatseekers. More recently in 2012 they self released Waiting Out The Storm that was #9 on iTunes Rock Charts and hit #2 in Billboard Heatseekers. Since their debut Royal Bliss’ music is played across the country on the most popular Rock radio stations, and has been in heavy rotation ever since. Touring with acts such as Buckcherry, Candlebox, Chevelle, Kid Rock, and Papa Roach has only increased the demand for the dynamic band from Utah. From the on-stage antics of front man Neal Middleton, to the energetic live shows, Royal Bliss continues to win fans over…all over the globe. Royal Bliss is touring all through 2014 in support of their new record Chasing the Sun and looking to head overseas for the first time. For more information, visit www.royalbliss.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Hard Rock Band 3 Years Hollow

Merging intensity with melody, 3 Years Hollow plans to spread their rabid Quad Cities fanbase throughout the rest of the US and beyond, with their upcoming release, 'The Cracks,' which drops on February 11, 2014. The twelve-track release will be the group's full-length debut for Imagen Records, and was produced by none other than Sevendust guitarist/songwriter Clint Lowery (Lowery also guests on a track, "For Life"). Comprised of Urquiza, Tony Reeves (guitar), Neil Kuhlman (guitar), Dex Digga (bass), and Chris Cushman (drums), 3 Years Hollow has already enjoyed success on such stations as Sirius XM Octane, which added the song, "Remember" (of which a remastered version resides on 'The Cracks') to their rotation. Soon after, the song hit #1 on the channel, while all of the group's videos have attracted nearly 500,000 YouTube views. Also included is the aforementioned "For Life," of which Urquiza describes as "It's about a person who is struggling and has fallen away from the world alone. You can see the damage and the demons the person deals with on a daily basis. However, all of a sudden, there is hope instead of despair. The final message is to pull away from the demons, stand strong against them, and keep them out for the rest of your life. It was such an honor to bring that track to life with Clint." Instead of setting up shop at a single recording studio, it turns out that the sessions for 'The Cracks' occurred at several different studios, including Groovemaster Studios (where Disturbed, Sevendust, and Pop Evil have all recorded) in Chicago, IL, Trailer Studios in St. Louis, MO, and the band's own studio, Real Trax Recording, in Davenport, IA. For more information, visit www.3yearshollow.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Hard Rock/Metal Band Cathercist

Since their inception in 2010, Cathercist has been making strides across the Gulf Coast with hopes of spreading their infectious sound. Cathercist has taken cues from the last three decades of metal and alternative rock, and revamped it for a modern audience. With their first single "Closer", they were able to attain airplay on various FM stations and gain slots on festivals such as the 2011 Rockstar Uproar Tour and 2012 Carnival of Madness Tour. More recently, Cathercist has also gained endorsements with Peavey Amps, Paiste Cymbals, Seagull Acoustics, Mooer Pedals, Dimarzio Pickups, and Berma Clothing. Cathercist has just exited the studio with producer Matt LaPlant (Nonpoint, Skindred) and have released their new record "As Hope Expires." featuring their new single "Bad Memory." For more information visit www.cathercist.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Hard Rock/Metal Band Blacklite District

Combining the sound of vintage heavy metal with new age electronic elements, Blacklite District is a band on the rise. The groups single, "Take Me To The Grave," was a #1 hit on SiriusXM Octane and shot into the Top 100 on US Active Rock charts in early 2013. The group was founded by guitarist/vocalist Kyle Pfeiffer, and lead vocalist Roman James in the early 2000s, and the two immediately began writing music and playing locally in their home town of Spearfish, SD, gaining a hardcore fan base in the all over the Black Hills. In 2011, the band was discovered by Grammy Award-winning producer, Stephen Short (Queen, Paul McCartney) and headed straight into Sonic Ranch Studios in El Paso, TX. The sessions resulted in the single "I'm Still Right Here," which caught the attention of KDDX (X-Rock 101.1 - Rapid City, SD). The station began playing the new track, and the bands popularity grew even more. James and Pfeiffer, along with bassist Chauncey Kochel, relocated to Los Angeles under the direction of Short, and began touring the West Coast. In the Summer of 2012, the band was contacted by famed manager Jeff Hanson, who has sold over 50 million records and worked with the likes of Creed, Sevendust, Paramore, among many other acts. Hanson relocated the band to Orlando, FL to begin recording a new album with producer Brett Hestla (Dark New Day, Tantric, Framing Hanley). The result, 'WorldWide Controversy,' which is still pending a release date. The 10-track electro based hard rock album spawned an advance single in "Take Me To The Grave," which was a huge success on SiriusXM Octane, and Top 100 on US Active Rock charts in early 2013. The band immediately jumped on it's first major tour as direct support for Saving Abel and Art of Dying on a 35-city run across the US. For more information, visit www.bldmusic.com!

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Alternative Rock/Metal Band Blacklist Union

Formed in 2004 by frontman Tony West, Blacklist Union released their debut “After The Mourning” April of 2006 which was met by critical acclaim all across the globe. From Memphis to Melbourne to Louisiana to London, Blacklist Union instantly made a mark throughout the rock-n-roll underground . Their follow up in 2008 “Breakin’ Bread With The Devil” received the same amount of critical acclaim and certainly put them on the map in the rock n roll world yet again. Blacklist Union has toured nationally receiving 5 star reviews from music industry magazines, fanzines, webzines and has a continuously growing fan base both domestically and internationally. Los Angeles based band Blacklist Union is now back with a brand new body of work and a brand new attitude to boot. Their 3rd full length CD is their best body of work to date and is a virtual who’s who of rock from beginning to end. From the first and title track “Til Death Do Us Part” til the very last cut “Same Ol Pressure” this body of music will keep you mesmerized and hypnotized. The collection of songs were written and performed by a cast of who’s who from the rock n roll world. Recorded with many members of the well known rock band SALIVA, as well as Hunt Sales (formerly of David Bowie’s Tin Machine & Iggy & the Stooges), this CD delivers the goods. Songs are written with Anthony “Trouble” Valli formerly of multi-platinum recording artists CRAZYTOWN (known for delivering such hits as “Butterfly”) to Todd Youth a musical icon in his own right, having played with everyone from Glenn Danzig to Glenn Campbell. Songs were also written by Mark Fain & Carmine D’Amico who co-wrote the first two Blacklist Union releases along with West. For more information, visit www.blacklistunion.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents The Top 10 Songs of 2013

This show will countdown the Top 10 Songs of 2013 for bands that were interviewed on The Kerri Edelman Show! Ranking was based on statistics & number of show listens. Overall, it was an outstanding year for all of the amazingly talented bands on the show. In essence, you are all winners and should be proud of everything you have accomplished! Best of luck & much continued success! Also, a special thanks to all of the listeners and supporters of the show. Please search the podcasts and download/stream them to learn about all of the top notch bands I have been fortunate to interview on the show. Stay tuned for upcoming interviews for the 2014 year! Happy Holidays & Happy New Year from The Kerri Edelman Show. Kindly follow The Kerri Edelman Show on Facebook & Twitter @kerriedelman

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Alt Rock Band Darling Parade

Formed in 2007 against the humble backdrop of fields and farmhouses, Darling Parade released three EPs before its full-length debut Battle Scars & Broken Hearts dropped last April. Battle Scars & Broken Hearts was funded by a Kickstarter campaign, which launched shortly after the band completed its first national tour with NBC's "The Voice" winner Cassadee Pope. Since the release of the new album, Darling Parade has taken the music world by storm. In June the band was declared the winner of the "Make a Band Famous" category at the MTV O Music Awards, and followed it up with a live performance at MTV's VMA Week. The group has since been named a MTV 'Artist to Watch' for December. Currently Darling Parade is starring in a Supercuts "Rock The Cut" national TV ad campaign and has music licensed for use by SyFy, The CW, ABC Family and more. Their album "Battle Scars & Broken Hearts" (Deluxe Edition) was released on December 3. For more information, visit www.darlingparade.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Hard Rock/Metal Band Losing September

Losing September began acoustically in Chicago with frontman Bruce Fane honing his skills as a prolific songwriter. Bruce eventually settled down in Muncie, IN after transferring from a Political Science Major at Purdue to Ball State University for Music Education with an emphasis on Vocal Performance. It was at BSU, while studying Music Engineering, that Nick Foreman was introduced to the band. Ben Bauman and Eric Rigsbee later joined to cement the foundation on drums and rhythm guitar. The band was finally culminated when they found the youngest member of the group, bassist Cody Tarrance. With this uniquely talented group of musicians, Losing September is built on a foundation of longevity and perseverance. Losing September has acquired a taste and satisfaction of life on the road with several national tours under their belt that extended them from New York to Miami, FL. With two hand held cameras, the members captured footage of their tours for two Seasons of ‘Pirates Of The Road.’ A documentary showing their trials and tribulations on the road while proving their worth and testing their nerves. Losing September was est. in 2003 and has created something worth listening too with their sophomore album ‘Project Mayhem.’ The vocals are clean yet powerful and most importantly, understandable. When you have something worth saying it’s crucial to be understood. The band seems to possess a vision of their future that only a few greats seem to uncover. There comes a time in society when you must discuss more than just sex and sports. The title track off “Project Mayhem” hits home to the Fight Club brand with a few essential quotes from Tyler Durden. The song is about being defiant to corporate greed and injustice which leads to consumerism. There must be a balance in all things in order for them to be successful. For more information, visit www.losingseptember.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Alternative Rock Band The Valkyrians

Valkyrians is a Philly-based band that has established a reputation of a band hard to categorize, but with a memorable sound. Their foundation in the alt-rock category is tainted by Cris Valkyria’s soft, but potent vocal work with melodic folk and world undertones.  The incredibly counter-intuitive and octave-challenging harmonies provided by Valkyria and multi-instrumentalist/co-songwriter Lou Paglione will render you with a discombobulated, yet balanced and melodic impression.  Valkyrian’s solid, but raw sound picture is vaguely reminiscent of the prime time of musical history, but the mixology of classic roots coupled with the cross-genre flirtations and melodic harmonies, will ultimately leave a novel and interesting residue.  The debut album Scent of Breathlessness is hardly a quickly recorded demo. Cris Valkyria started some of the tracks on this album with Tyler Music Group in Nashville over 6 years ago, before meeting her musical soulmate Lou Paglione a few years later and forming a band with him and Mark Harris. Later, Joe Dessereau joined in with rhythmical contribution.  Currently, they are active on the music scene in the tri-state area. For more information, visit www.crisvalkyria.com

The Kerri Edelman Show presents Singer Kashy Keegan

Self-taught piano singer/songwriter. Kashy was named after a close family friend, the name is Persian meaning the soul. A quiet child, focused and driven from a young age, he grew shy and tired of competing for playground attention or popularity at school. Quietly determined, he began pitching ideas to magazines to try and further his writing and entered competitions in the hope of gaining recognition. The result was successful, and by the time he was fifteen he had interviewed most of the big pop stars of the time and even got the chance to interview famous film director Steven Spielberg. His biggest musical inspiration was being taught how to sing gospel music when he was 15. He attended a 12 week singing workshop run by The London Community Gospel Choir and was from then on hooked. For Kashy it’s about continuing to be a self contained artist. Being 100 percent involved in every aspect of writing and performing his songs. Above all, he believes that good songs are those that bring out the real person in someone, break down inhibitions and encourage the confidence in people to let go and be themselves. Using music to help empower others or to try and provide some form of hope, comfort or healing has always been at the core of what has driven Kashy to write songs. Recently Kashy's most successful song to date 'This Is My Dream', which was used in 2012 as a London Olympics song, has also topped the charts in Hong Kong reaching number 1 on the iTunes download chart and outselling international artists like Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber and Katy Perry. His songs have achieved high ranking in many songwriting competitions, including the National UK Songwriting Competition and Songwriter Universe’s Best Vocalist and Best Song Of The Month competition. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/kashykeegan