MTV deserves much more thanks than it has been given lately. Yes, the channel’s music video content has declined since the 80s, but the supplier gives exactly what the demander demands. You should project your disapproval to those around you, the MTV audience, for giving you numerous 21st Century versions of the “Real World”. There is at least one positive that grew out of the network’s lack of music video content, the desire of bands to “bring back” the original MTV videos. Kid Savant is the latest group to revive the 80s. The Brooklyn electro/indie band, which consists of frontman, Ryan Weisberger, drummer, John Sullivan, guitarist, Kevin Pariso and bassist,  [ Read More ]

Remember the awesome giveaway Bowers & Wilkins offered you, Shockya readers. Well, it involved the opportunity to win tickets to listen to the new Metallica and Lou Reed album, “Lulu”, as well as meet the members of the event. Bowers & Wilkins Sound Sessions gave the grand prizewinner two domestic round trip tickets, two nights hotel, two VIP passes to the event and two pairs of Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones. Five runners-up also won tickets and headphones. The event came and went on October 24th in New York City. If you were unable to attend, don’t worry because Bowers & Wilkins released a short and full version video for  [ Read More ]

The Backstreet Boys are back, well sort of. Subtract the four original members and New Kids On The Block and what’s left? Howie D. The Backstreet Boy is releasing his debut solo album, “Back To Me”, on November 15th. Head on over to his official site where you can purchase the album and deluxe bundles! While on the topic of Howie D, you can also watch the behind-the-scenes footage of his upcoming video for the album’s second single, “Lie To Me”. The clip, which premiered exclusively on Idolator features the “I Want It That Away” singer and Canadian pop-rock quartet, Neverest. Whether with his “boys” or not, Howie D still  [ Read More ]

Here’s one thing Lady Gaga has yet to do–age herself! Katy Perry puts on the prosthetics and wig in order to become herself as an old woman in her new music video, “The One That Got Away.” The synopsis of the video, as The Huffington Post reports, involves an older Perry reflecting on her partying lifestyle she led as a younger woman and how she might have let the man of her dreams slip through her fingers. Perry is wearing a white wig and a matching dress, being with her husband in their home. I’m assuming the old Perry is in the 21st century, because it seems like the younger  [ Read More ]

The day after Dr. Conrad Murray was found guilty in committing involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson, TMZ reported that a documentary about Murray and his relationship with Jackson will air in the United States. According to the site, the documentary, Murray agreed to participate in the documentary, called “Michael Jackson and The Doctor: A Fatal Friendship,” was shot during the time Murray was waiting for his manslaughter trial to start. The documentary is supposed to show “shockingly candid” footage of Murray’s preparation for the trial, which also involves some heavy fighting between the lawyers acting as Murray’s representation. Personally, after watching the trial from start to finish,  [ Read More ]

Here’s the music video for Christina Perri’s “A Thousand Years” from the soundtrack of the upcoming film “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1″ aka Breaking Dawn by director Bill Condon stars Robert Pattinson (Bel Ami, Water for Elephants), Kristen Stewart (The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, The Runaways), Nikki Reed, Ashley Greene (Skateland), Taylor Lautner, (The Twilight Saga: New Moon, My Own Worst Enemy), Jackson Rathbone (S. Darko, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2), Dakota Fanning and Kellan Lutz. Click Here to check out our photo gallery from Breaking Dawn. Synopsis: In the highly anticipated next chapter of the blockbuster The Twilight Saga, the newfound married bliss of  [ Read More ]

California thrashers Hirax have released a video for the song “Broken Neck” the song is off the band’s album “El Rostro De La Muerte” it is their first full-length since 2004′s “The New Age Of Terror”. This video takes the band into the performing aspect and really showcases their ability as musicians while also adding on some special effects quite noticable here and there. But after the release of “El Rostro De La Muerte” the album had become available on different sites and labels so that their continued fan base would grow even more and since it has done just that and doesn’t seem to want to give up in  [ Read More ]

Los Angeles punks Drive A released their follow-up to 2009′s “Loss Of Desire” titled “The World In Shambles” in which they’ve released two and now a third music video for the title track. The video itself goes in between the lines of making fun of all the latest craze that is hitting the television screens and movie screens as of recently. Jersery Shore wrapping up its 4th season and the soon to be opening first part of the Twilight saga Breaking Dawn to Glee. Staying to the true old school traits that Blink-182′s “First Date” foretold, Drive A have created a goofy video of their very own. Be sure to  [ Read More ]

Fans of Black Box Revelations will be excited to know that their new EP, “Shiver of Joy,” has been released! The EP is not only available digitally and on CD, but it will also be available on 12” 140g vinyl in three colors–transparent dark green, solid yellow, and classic black. Even better, ShockYa is running a Twitter giveaway in order for you try to win the yellow vinyl edition. Here are the rules for the giveaway. First, follow us @ShockYa if you don’t already. Then tweet us the phrase, “@ShockYa is Giving Away Shiver of Joy EP, Follow and Retweet http://goo.gl/2szL1″ Make sure to only tweet once per day, and  [ Read More ]

Naming a song with “All I Ever Wanted” is a tricky thing to do. The title is only four words, but the meaning behind the terms is very powerful. The Airborne Toxic Event made this bold attempt and more than delivered with insightful lyrics wrapped around an infectious melody. The indie rock band, which consists of vocalist, guitarist and keyboardist, Mike Jollett, guitarist and keyboardist, Steven Chen, bassist and backing vocalist, Noah Harmon, drummer, Daren Taylor and multi-instrumentalist, Anna Bulbrook, recently released the music video for the track, “All I Ever Wanted”. Directed by Jon Danvic the video is a loose retelling of the short story, “The Hitchhiking Game” by  [ Read More ]

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. announced that the Detroit duo’s forthcoming remix EP, “My Love Is Easy: Remixes Pt. 2″ will drop on November 15th. The second installment is a follow-up to “My Love Is Easy: Remixes Pt. 1″ and features remixes by Memory Tapes, Tiger & Woods, Pictureplane and more. Pt. 2 also includes original tracks from their debut LP, “It’s A Corporate World”. Click here and check out the Tiger & Woods remix of “Simple Girl” off the upcoming album. The reworked track adds a soul edge to the indie rock tune. While on the “Simple Girl” subject, you can also watch the track’s video. As corny as it  [ Read More ]

Darkest Hour has released a new video for “Your Everyday Disaster” off The Human Romance. In celebrate to this release they are set to embark on an upcoming European tour with Machine Head in the upcoming months. Their guitarist Mike Schleibaum says “This video was made by our good friend and long time fan John Ryan Flaherty. We couldn’t be more stoked to hit Europe with Machine Head, Bring Me The Horizon and DevilDriver. Here’s a little taste of the dude’s lives, come out and celebrate with us!” Besides their original release of The Human Romance now available on iTunes, Amazon, among other music outlets the band went on to  [ Read More ]

Female singers often gravitate to the pop genre to achieve fame when really they should be heading to the rock world. The tougher exterior of alternative rock music enhances their sex appeal much more than if they were singing bubble gum tracks. Having a frontwoman ups the edge of a rock group and automatically deems the band attention worthy if she has the vocal chops to back up her looks. The point is proven with the outfit, Valora. The California group is fronted by Syd Duran and also consists of Ryan Villa, Taelor Duran, Jared Baez, Kasim Somers and Kenneth Benson. The sextet just released the video for the track,  [ Read More ]

Rap rock gives you the best of three worlds. You have rap and rock, of course, but the transition between the two throughout a track unveils hints of hip-hop. Hear the multi-genre music for yourselves with the Digital Dog remix of Hollywood Undead’s latest track, “Levitate”. The captivating tune is off of the group’s upcoming remix album, “American Tragedy REDUX”, which will drop both in stores and online on November 21st. The single’s video amplifies the already beat driven tune with breakdancing and flashing lights coordinated with the tune’s rhythm. Hollywood Undead’s trademark masks add the final touch to a video that overwhelms the senses. Shot exclusively for “Big Band  [ Read More ]

“Fall Out Boy”‘s Patrick Stump is now a solo act who has released his new cd, “Soul Punk.” Along with spreading the word about his cd’s release, Stump has also been putting out several a capella medley videos which not only show his range as an vocal artist, but the many genres and musicial groups Stump loves. This video, which is a send-up to Kanye West’s songs, is no different. Four minutes and 36 seconds has never been this jammed-packed with West hits. Eleven songs–”Power,” “Gold Digger,” “Izzo”/”I Want You Back,” “Knock You Down,” “Slow Jamz,” “All of the Lights,” “Stronger,” “Flashing Lights,” “Through the Wire” and “Runaway”–make up the  [ Read More ]