Review by Greg Maki Everything was looking up for Diamante. Signed to Better Noise Records, the Boston-raised and Los Angeles-based Mexican-Italian-American singer released her debut album, “Coming in Hot” (read Live Metal’s review), in 2018. The same year, she joined Bad Wolves on the single “Hear Me Now,” which went to number one at rock... Continue Reading →
With an anthemic, ‘80s-inspired sound and striking, blue-haired image, Diamante has stormed onto the national music scene in 2018. The 21-year-old Mexican-Italian-American’s debut album, “Coming in Hot” (read Live Metal’s review), was released on June 15 via Better Noise Records/Eleven Seven Music, following her duet with Bad Wolves on the song “Hear Me Now,” the... Continue Reading →
From Ashes to New, originally from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, started making a name for itself with its debut album, “Day One” (2016), fusing elements of nu metal with more modern sensibilities. Wholesale lineup changes ensued, however, leaving front man/rapper/programmer Matt Brandyberry as the only original member. The revamped band—which also includes guitarist Lance Dowdle, on board... Continue Reading →
Photos by Greg Maki
Photos by Greg Maki
Review by Greg Maki ----- “Coming in Hot,” the debut album from 21-year-old Mexican-Italian American, Boston-raised, Los Angeles-based, blue-haired Diamante, bristles with youthful energy and rock ‘n’ roll attitude, signalling the arrival of a compelling new voice on the national scene. With 14 songs, the album might seem a bit daunting at first, but with... Continue Reading →
From Ashes to New has released the official music video for "Crazy," the first single off its upcoming LP, "The Future," due April 20 via Better Noise Records/Eleven Seven Music. The album is available for here. “Crazy” is the first look into the Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based band’s revamped lineup and sound. The band now consists of founding front... Continue Reading →
