Man vs. Machine Bethlehem, PA www.manvsmachine.org I first became acquainted with Man vs. Machine while choosing bands to profile for the February issue of AX. Their music wasn’t exactly my style, but I liked their attitude. I do what I can to be fair to all genres. In this case, I didn’t think I could fairly represent them by writing…

Maggie, Pierce, and EJ Philadelphia, PA www.mpeband.com AX: Where are you from?MPE: Philadelphia, PA AX: How would you describe your music?MPE: Mutt music…a mixture of everything and the kitchen sink…with sweeeet harmonies leadin’ the cart. AX: If we were to go to one of your live shows, what could we expect?MPE: Melodic songs, a memorable show with lotsa instrument switching,…

Longspur Yonkers, NY www.longspur.com AX: Where are you from?Longspur: Yonkers, NY AX: How would you describe your music?Longspur: A weird blend of pop-punk, metal, rock, and just about everything in between. AX: If we were to go to one of your live shows, what could we expect?Longspur: We’ve always been really big on our live shows. We give a lot…

Location: York Genre: “Early-to-Mid-90’s Pop Punk Revival” Members: Max Hess – Left-handed Lead Guitars, Chad Childers – Vocals, Jon Smith – Right-handed Lead Guitars, Spence – Bass, and Blain Herman – Drums Started: March 2004 Influences: Strung Out, Lagwagon, and Pulley. As for vocal influence, Chad is into such groups as Allister, Punchline, Staring Back, and other Drive-Thru Records type…

Kingsfoil York, PA www.kingsfoil.com Kingsfoil, a duo from York, PA, has some of the catchiest, most addictive and most eclectic music that I’ve ever heard. They describe their sound as “indie acoustic rock, with a focus on melody and lyrics.” Their sound is amazing, and I find myself looking for reasons to put them on and sing along. No two…

JulieAnne Dous Huntingdon Valley, PA www.myspace.com/julieannedous If you’re looking for something entirely different, look no further than Julieanne Dous. The Huntingdon Valley singer/songwriter/pianist has overcome a debilitating injury to rise up as one of the Philadelphia-area’s rare, but truly original, artists. Julieanne doesn’t necessarily write the kind of songs you’ll find yourself dancing to or singing along with. Instead, she…

Josh Springer & Matt Aronson www.myspace.com/joshspringer AX: Where are you from?Josh: I was born in New Haven, CT. I moved to Queens, NY when I was about 2, and I’ve lived there ever since. Matt: I grew up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania which is just outside of Hershey (the chocolate city). It is actually the capitol. I am currently living in…

John Rivetti Location: Brooklyn, NY Genre: Singer/Songwriter Influences: Jim Croce, Elvis, Tony Bennette, Grand Funk Railroad, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Albums to Check Out: “Simply J.R.” (2002); “Unplugged” (2003); “For All Our Heroes” (2004) Website: www.ambylinmusic.com Highlights: In response to the 9/11 tragedy that hit so close to home, John released “For All Our Heroes,” a single CD which…

Johnny Ford New York, NY www.rockoutrecords.com AX:  Where are you from?Johnny Ford: I’m originally from Florida but I now live in the NYC area. AX:  How would you describe your music?Johnny Ford:  Hmmmm…..my music is a cross between the Lord above and Satan below–it’s all about the battle between good and evil, or…going to church on Sunday and snorting coke…

Johnny Clutch Houston, TX / Philadelphia, PA www.johnnyclutch.com Meet Johnny Clutch, a rapper born and raised in Houston and temporarily transplanted to Philly while he studies Computer Engineering at Drexel U. When the stereotypical rapper is regularly shoved down the throat of the masses by the labels and stations, especially in areas like Philly, it’s nice to listen to an…