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Pushing the Limits On Album Eleven: Native Tongue by Switchfoot

on April 24, 2019April 24, 2019 By rockonpurposecontributor
Switchfoot Native Tongue Cover

Switchfoot has solidified their place in the music world over the course of eleven albums after first becoming household name with the anthems “Meant to Live” and “Dare You to Move.” One might think that with a career spanning 23 years they would be locked into a sound and not pushing boundaries. Switchfoot however has [...]

Born of Fire: ‘Dawn of Destruction’ by The Persuaded

on March 1, 2019March 1, 2019 By Mary Nikkel 1 Comment

The best rock and roll is always born of fire, be it the fire of our own personal hells or the fire of the Spirit that ultimately burns us clean. The Persuaded's full length debut Dawn of Destruction is born of both. 

Courageous Rock: “My Declaration” by Bayless

on January 28, 2019January 28, 2019 By Mary Nikkel

If you're looking for hope for where rock might be headed in 2019, "My Declaration" by Bayless is a good start.

Top Rock Releases of 2018

on January 1, 2019January 1, 2019 By Mary Nikkel
LEDGER 2018 Rock On Purpose Picks

As one of the strongest years for rock in recent memory draws to a close, here are Rock On Purpose we're reflecting on the best 2018 had to offer.

P.O.D. Comes Home With ‘Circles’

on November 16, 2018November 16, 2018 By Matt Durlin

Circles is a fun and high-energy album that touches on themes of overcoming addictions, anxiety and loneliness. Longtime fans will appreciate that P.O.D. returns to their latin and SoCal influences as they reflect on the magnitude of what it means to have successfully been a band for a quarter century.

Living Fully: ‘Broken’ by Memphis May Fire

on November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 By Mary Nikkel 3 Comments
Broken Memphis May Fire Cover 2018

That call to live, no matter the pain (or the healing) it might lead you through, lies at the core of Memphis May Fire's Broken. It asks a question worth considering: do any of us live fully before we've been broken?

Regret and Redemption: ‘Still Just Breathing’ by Set for the Fall

on November 13, 2018November 13, 2018 By Mary Nikkel 3 Comments

Still Just Breathing blew me away with its musical maturity, satisfyingly unapologetic rock sound, earnest humanity, and resolute message of redemption. 

Vibrant Duality: ‘The Beast You Feed’ by VERIDIA

on November 10, 2018November 10, 2018 By Mary Nikkel 2 Comments

The Beast You Feed proves that VERIDIA can consistently deliver intentional musical excellence and a thoughtful, heart-on-your-sleeve approach to lyrics that is instantly arresting.

Indie Artist Recommendation: ‘Fearless’ by Ignescent

on October 23, 2018October 23, 2018 By Matt Durlin 2 Comments
Ignescent

Ignescent is a six member hard rock band from the windy city of Chicago, Illinois, formed in 2008 by lead vocalist Jennifer Benson.  The band has shared the stage with acts like Lacey Sturm, Stryper, Memphis May Fire, The Devil Wears Prada and more.

‘Native Tongue’ by Switchfoot

on October 22, 2018November 16, 2018 By Mary Nikkel 3 Comments
Native Tongue Switchfoot

Switchfoot has finally broken a year of silence with "Native Tongue," a thundering anthem of a song that reminds us who Switchfoot is-- and maybe who we are too in the process.

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