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Author: Mary Nikkel

I have a deep and abiding love for writing, photography, videography, and rock and roll, all of which led to spending four years as Associate Editor for NewReleaseToday.com, the largest Christian music website online. Now I'm serving as a freelance writer and photographer, still passionate about music that makes us think deeper and love more.

The Whosoevers launch free 3 night streaming event featuring Brian Head Welch and Sonny Sandoval

on December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 By Mary Nikkel

The Whosoevers have launched a special 3 night streaming event, hosted exclusively on YouTube. The Home Takeover virtual tour will feature streams on December 28, 29 and 30, at 6:00 PM CST.

Fight The Fade finds new footing with “Composure”

on December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 By Mary Nikkel 2 Comments
Fight the Fade Composure Cover

Fight The Fade has capped off 2021 with the release of a brand new single, "Composure." The song is a perfect culmination of their discography to this point, featuring a return of substantive guitar riffs married to ethereal electronics.

The 3rd Annual Grizzly Awards opens submissions for nomination consideration

on December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 By Mary Nikkel
The Grizzly Awards nominations 3rd annual

Faith-based rock and metal awards show The Grizzly Awards is gearing up for their 3rd year by opening up submissions for nomination considerations. Bands, fans, labels and management teams are all welcome to submit media at https://bit.ly/GrizzlyNominations2021.

Lacey Sturm releases stirring new ballad “Awaken Love”

on December 10, 2021December 10, 2021 By Mary Nikkel 1 Comment

Record-setting hard rock queen Lacey Sturm has released an offering of mystery and romance with “Awaken Love.” The song is available on all major streaming platforms at https://slinky.to/AwakenLove. 

Starset Gallery November 17, 2021

on November 20, 2021November 20, 2021 By Mary Nikkel

Starset performing on November 17 at the Theater of Living Arts in Philadelphia. The band is currently touring in support of their newly released album HORIZONS. You can find a full list of their current tour dates at starsetonline.com.

Reformation Fest 2021 Photo Gallery

on November 20, 2021November 20, 2021 By Mary Nikkel 1 Comment

"One of our big quotes is 'reformed and always reforming,'" festival founder Chase says of the church that hosted the event. "What if there was a way I could bring bands and people together to start reforming lives in Bartlesville?"

Brian “Head” Welch’s hard rock supergroup Love & Death to release live album and DVD of their first performance in 8 years

on November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 By Mary Nikkel

Love & Death is preparing to release Perfectly Preserved Live, an explosive live album and video recording of their first concert in 8 years.

From meth addiction to ministry: Wayne Nale of Chains Unchained

on November 13, 2021November 13, 2021 By Mary Nikkel

This year, Rock On Purpose was a proud sponsor of Chains Unchained 2021. Our contributor Matt Sassano caught up with Chains Unchained founder Wayne Nale to learn more about the event's history and the man behind its origins.

Wage War Gallery September 13, 2021

on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 By Mary Nikkel 1 Comment

Wage War performs on their tour with Beartooth during the fall of 2021, supporting the release of their album Manic. All photos by Gina Monahan (GemmaTheRose), exclusively for Rock On Purpose. Find a full list of Wage War tour dates at wagewarband.com.

Beartooth Gallery September 13, 2021

on November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 By Mary Nikkel
Beartooth by Gina Monahan

Beartooth performs in support of their new album Below on their fall 2021 tour. For a complete list of current Beartooth tour dates, visit beartoothband.com. All photography was contributed by Gina Monahan (GemmaTheRose).

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