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Author: 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.

Former Day of Fire Drummer Launches Solo Project

on November 11, 2020November 13, 2020 By Matt Durlin

Day of Fire drummer Zach Simms will release new music as Tonelantern. "Stand Up" is available November 20.

Timely Message Full of Hope: “Follow” By Nine Lashes

on November 6, 2020November 13, 2020 By Matt Durlin

It seems like there is a great need for something positive and healing in so many of our lives in 2020. It is fitting that Nine Lashes released a heavy song delivering a powerful message of hope.

August Burns Red Vocalist Opens YourLife Gym

on November 5, 2020November 5, 2020 By Matt Durlin
John Luhrs Mental Fitness Gym

In the hard rock scene, it is common for themes of mental health to be present in the lyrical content. Now Jake Luhrs, lead singer of August Burns Red, is combining physical health and mental health in a new venture.

New Music Coming November 13 From Love and Death

on November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 By Matt Durlin

Love & Death, the band helmed by Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch, unveiled a hype video that leaves fans wanting more– but also finally knowing when more is coming.

Former Audio Adrenaline Guitarist Releases Cover Of Russ Taff Classic

on October 31, 2020October 31, 2020 By Matt Durlin
Barry Blair

Barry Blair, founding member and guitarist of Audio Adrenaline, released a hard rock cover of a Russ Taff and Charlie Peacock classic. "Down in the Lowlands" is a fresh take on a song that was covered in 2006 by his former band.

Chaotic Resemblance Rallies Behind Sir Oz Fox With Upcoming Single

on October 24, 2020October 24, 2020 By Matt Durlin
Oz Fox and wife Annie

Stryper guitarist Oz Fox has been battling brain tumors and seizures since 2018. This week, he needed prayer warriors to help him overcome another round of serious seizures.

Ignescent Drops Dark, Dissonant Tune In Time For Halloween

on October 23, 2020October 23, 2020 By Matt Durlin
Ignescent Exodus Cover

Chicago-based indie rock band Ignescent has dropped their latest single, and the elements of their latest tune feels like the perfect addition to your Halloween playlist.

Aggressive Truth: “Last Days” By Relent

on October 23, 2020October 23, 2020 By Matt Durlin 2 Comments
Relent Last Days Cover

"Last Days" is a heavy song blending hip hop with hard rock while addressing the deeply spiritual issue of apocalyptic matters.

MxPx To Play Livestream October 16

on October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 By Matt Durlin

Punk rock outfit MxPx is planning a livestream event called Between This World And the Next on October 16 at 9:30 PM Eastern Time and 6:30 PM Pacific Time.

Faith In Action: ‘Even the Devil Believes’ by Stryper

on October 13, 2020October 25, 2020 By Matt Durlin

Even the Devil Believes is an 11-track foray into classic glam metal and stadium rock while challenging listeners to put faith into action rather than just words.

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