The Lifeline has a sound that you “think you heard before.” But after listening again you then realize that this isn’t deja-vu, but something powerful and soothing. The Lifeline is unique with the sense of violin mixed with some rock. I love how it sounds, a mature monumental sound. Check out their songs on their myspace and I think you’ll get the same feeling I’m trying to explain. The Lifeline are on the forefront of the ever evolving world of rock music.

Hometown: Mukilteo, WA
Genre: Alternative, Progressive, Hardcore
Sounds like: From First To Last, Chiodos, Portugal The Man
Current Album: Manipulator
Myspace: myspace.com/thefalloftroy
Official Site: thefalloftroy.com

The Fall Of Troy has increasingly became well known for their erratic vocal changes and tempos. These guys are amazing musicians and strong on their instruments. Playing together since they were all just 17 they have grown into a band that has evolved into a new genre. With their latest release, Manipulator scheduled to come out this Tuesday, May 1st is amazing. Don’t believe me, check out their myspace. And if you can’t get enough you have to check out Doppelg?nger. Some of my favorite songs include Semi-Fiction, I Just Got This Symphony Goin, and Macaulay McCulkin.

A Wish For Marilynne has been a silent band for some time now. I’ve been listening to their album Poetic Chaos for a couple years now and I haven’t heard anything about them, then again I guess since they split back in later 2005, that would be the reason. Still, it amazes me that everytime I play their album to hear 1 song, I’ve just listened to the whole thing. These guys deserve the spotlight today, and I can promise you, you won’t be sorry to listened. And if you pick up their album, check out their Oasis cover song, Wonderwall. Some of my favorite tracks include Killed By Time, Tale Of A Kindred Spirit, and Bitter Realizations.

Hometown: Huntington Beach, CA
Genre: Punk / Rock
Sounds like: Evans Blue, Ashes Of Soma
Current Album: Step Outside Yourself
Myspace: myspace.com/overit
Official Site: www.overitonline.com

I found this band about a year ago and I instantely became a fan. Their mix of punk and rock is flows seemlessly for form a great sound I have really never heard before. Their infectious sound begs for you to get up off your ass and rock out, no matter where you are. All the songs on their album, Step Outside Yourself, are good but I really like Siren On The 101, Come Out With Your Hands Up, and Your Song. Definitely recommand that you get this band.

Hometown: Orange County, CA
Genre: Hard Rock, Metal
Sounds like: Avenged Sevenfold, Atreyu
Current Album: The Confession
Myspace: myspace.com/theconfession
Official Site: theconfessionmusic.com

The Confession comes out with a lot of energy. I recently seen them in concert this past weekend and I was very impressed. I even picked up their EP and upcoming album Requiem. The Confession sounds very similar to Avenged Sevenfold, so much that even M. Shadows of A7X guest vocals on some of their tracks. Their album Requiem is scheduled to be released on June 19th. Listen to No Angel, Dance With The Devil, and Bleed You Dry. I expect to hear more about this guys. Oh and you can see them this year at Warped Tour.

Hometown: Sterling Heights, MI
Genre: Rock, Punk
Sounds like: From First To Last, Senses Fail
Current Album: After Dark
Myspace: myspace.com/alucardrock
Official Site: alucardrock.com

Here’s a hometown favorite that’s quickly become known. My buddy let me borrow a copy of this CD and I was quickly impressed. Alucard’s music is progressively punk and driven with rock. Impressive riffs and catch hooks easily get you singing along. It’s always cool to see local bands grow and I enjoy supporting guys like Alucard. I think they deserve more recognition and that’s why I’m recommending them to you today. So click on the album above and order it. Trust me, its worth it. Favorite tracks include Resignation Song and Summer’s Coming. Listen up!

It’s a sad thing to hear when a band that is just starting ends too soon. In my opinion, this is how I feel with My Darling Murder. They self-titled debut album was strong, powerful, and well, together. I was very impressed when I first heard these guys and very upset to hear that they couldn’t stay together. They still have a few songs up on their myspace and you should definitely go take a listen.

Hometown: Huntington Beach, CA
Genre: Rock, Hardrock
Sounds like: Three Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin, Def Leppard
Current Album: Eighteen Visions
Myspace: myspace.com/eighteenvisions
Official Site: eighteenvisions.com/

Eighteen Visions has been in the business for a long time now. Their music genre has spanned all across Rock ‘n Roll. Originally formed as a hardcore metal band 18V has progressed to a power rock band. I’ve heard many of the comments as 18V has changed their styles, being called sell-outs and such, but the truth of the matters is, they’re amazing musicians and will always be so. With the latest and final self titled album 18V has gone out with a bang. Recently they announced their disclosure and will pursue individual dreams. If you’re looking for a Def Leppard 2007, 18V is your band. Check out tracks such as Victim, Truth Of Consequence, and Last Night. They also have some strong ballads such as Broken Hearted and Tonightless. If you would like to listen to some of their harder music, slow progress backwards with their albums and it’ll do just that. Even though 18V has called it quits their music will live on indefinitely (and always in my CD player).

Hometown:
Franklin, TN
Genre: Rock / Alternative
Sounds like: Faktion, Trapt,
Current Album: All We Know Is Falling
Myspace: myspace.com/paramore
Official Site: www.paramore.net

All I have to say is wow. This band has a great sound provided by the lead singer Hayley. She has great vocals and knows how to use them. Their new album Riot! comes out June 12th. Some of the songs I liked are Pressure, Here We Go Again, and Brighter which are off their first album All We Know Is Falling; the whole CD is awesome. Off of their new album Riot!, Miser Business is a great song should be an immediate hit.

Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Genre: Rock, Punk, Alternative
Sounds like: Valencia, Bedlight For Blueeyes
Current Album: All the Gory Details
Myspace: myspace.com/lastnovember
Official Site: lastnovember.com

Last November’s songs are full of passion and heart. They give you that warm fuzzy feeling. Their debut album All The Gory Details has been out for over a year now and a second album is in the works. You can hear a new unreleased song on their myspace. Some of my favorite songs include Aquaphobia, Addicted To You, and Make-Believe. Another great album for summer driving.