Matt Durlin

I grew up with a deep love and passion for the Christian grunge and alternative rock scene in the 1990s. That passion for music continued as a DJ for multiple college radio stations, including at Messiah College in Pennsylvania. I've had the honour to talk Trevor McNevan (Thousand Foot Krutch), Kevin Max (dc Talk) and Mark Lee (Third Day). Before joining the Rock On Purpose team, I wrote for New Release Today as Rock News Writer. I'm excited to share this love of great, deeply powerful music with the rock and roll community.

Alter Bridge Live Featuring Parallax Orchestra Inspires Soul-Searching

on September 19, 2018September 19, 2018 By Matt Durlin 1 Comment

There is nothing as exhilarating as experiencing a rock and roll arena show live: the roar of the crowd as the speakers blare the sounds of everyone's favorite tunes, the lights, the curtain calls. One of the most difficult challenges bands face is how to capture that energy in a live album. That's precisely what [...]

Meet House of Rejects: Independent Rockers from Missouri

on September 15, 2018September 15, 2018 By Matt Durlin

House of Rejects, a newly formed indie rock duo based out of Springfield, Missouri, debuts September 14 with a freshman EP called Fiction. Rock On Purpose had the privilege to sit down and talk with the young band about the EP, the message their music carries, and more. House of Rejects features former member of [...]

Rock and Roll Helps My Family Overcome

on September 12, 2018September 12, 2018 By Matt Durlin 4 Comments

In the Bible, James 1 reminds us to be slow to speak and quick to listen. These words are a lifetime challenge, one that I’ve been wrestling with since growing up in a Christian conservative household. As I grow in age and gain wisdom, these words have taught me that by taking time to listen [...]

RED to Embark on Unstoppable Tour This Fall

on September 9, 2018September 9, 2018 By Matt Durlin 1 Comment

One of the most prolific bands in hard rock is once again hitting the road this fall. RED announced the 15-city Unstoppable Tour starting October 24 in Columbus, Ohio in a social media post. RED will be joined by fellow rockers The Veer Union and Skyharbor, with special guests Veio. The name of the tour--The [...]