Stereomud

Long Island hard rock fiends Black Water Rising initially released their self-titled debut solely via digital means. Despite that forward-thinking approach, the band, who know their way around a thunderous, '70s rock-inspired riff, has 'regressed' a little, signing with Giddy Up Records to release the same music in physical form...

Life of Agony guitarist Joey Z. isn't remaining idle while his longtime Brooklyn band is somewhat dormant. Somewhat, since LOA are playing shows here and there and heading to Europe to hit a few summer festivals shortly. He opened Method of Groove studios, a 48-track Pro Tools facility in his native borough, which is named after a song on LOA's now-classic 'River Runs Red' album...