CD Review: Lotus Crush “Rabbit Hole”

Lotus Crush is a Seattle-based band fronted by Scottish-born Terry McDermott. McDermott was featured on the 3rd season of NBC’s ‘The Voice” and finished runner up. This past year, Lotus Crush released their second album Rabbit Hole. This is their first album release since their 2011 debut release Half Light Morning. Lotus Crush members include Island Styles, Peter Klett (of Candlebox), Mark Mattrey, and Ehssan … Continue reading CD Review: Lotus Crush “Rabbit Hole”

Exclusive Photo Gallery: Aranda live on the Jagermeister stage at Louder Than Life 2015

Check out our photo gallery of Aranda performing live at Louder than Life on 10/3/15 as part of the Jagermeister stage lineup courtesy of Jason Evans Photography. Aranda consists of brothers Dameon and Gabe Aranda, and Mike Walker. Aranda has most recently toured with Theory of a Deadman and has also toured with notable bands such as Daughtry, 3 Doors Down, Sevendust, Tantric, Shinedown, Saliva … Continue reading Exclusive Photo Gallery: Aranda live on the Jagermeister stage at Louder Than Life 2015

Exclusive Photo Gallery: Like A Storm at Louder Than Life 2015

Like A Storm really impressed me with their live performance on the Jagermeister stage at Louisville’s Louder Than Life Festival in October of 2015. This band from New Zealand has toured/opened shows with the likes of Steel Panther, Korn, Alter Bridge, Puddle of Mudd, Staind and many others. Like A Storm has just recently announced there first headlining US tour. Like A storm was formed … Continue reading Exclusive Photo Gallery: Like A Storm at Louder Than Life 2015

Exclusive Photo Gallery: Romantic Rebel at Louder Than Life 2015

Romantic Rebel is a female fronted rock band consisting of KT Paige on lead vocals, Alex Vincent on guitar and backing vocals, Zach Smith on bass and Ty Del Rose on drums. Romantic Rebel was the first band to kick off the Jagermeister stage at Louisville’s Louder than Life 2015. For more information on Romantic Rebel or Louder than Life please visit the following Links: … Continue reading Exclusive Photo Gallery: Romantic Rebel at Louder Than Life 2015

Interview: Amanda Knight chats with The Darkness’ Frankie Poullain

This week I would like to introduce to you, bassist Frankie Poullain, of British rock band The Darkness! I was quite delighted to talk to Frankie about how The Darkness has spread across this United States this autumn. Apart from being a bass player with a distinctive sound, Frankie takes time from the road to stop and charm us with his quick wit, and woo … Continue reading Interview: Amanda Knight chats with The Darkness’ Frankie Poullain

Article/Interview: Getting to know up and coming country singer, Corey Hager and his music

This world is full of talented musicians and singers that are working hard to get that first big break into the business and Corey Hager is one of those talents! I first heard Corey at this past years Country Night Lights Festival in Athens, OH as he caught my attention from the very first note when the entire front row of girls let out a … Continue reading Article/Interview: Getting to know up and coming country singer, Corey Hager and his music

Article/Interview: Eric “Eroc” Sosinski of Wish You Were Here: The Sight and Sound of Pink Floyd takes some time to speak with our very own Amanda Knight

Pink Floyd. If you are a fan, immediately your mind is filled with imagery of pigs, an iconic black cover cut by the effects of light through a prism, and the animation style of Gerald Scarfe seen in a certain full-length screenplay. Like the concept album kings themselves, Wish You Were Here: The Sight and Sound of Pink Floyd pays tribute to rock’s great innovators. … Continue reading Article/Interview: Eric “Eroc” Sosinski of Wish You Were Here: The Sight and Sound of Pink Floyd takes some time to speak with our very own Amanda Knight

Indiana’s HANKfest is one week away!! Get all of your details about tickets, artists, and more!!

97.1 HankFM will be hosting a country music party next weekend. HANKfest will take place in Indianapolis, IN at Indiana Farmer’s Coliseum on Sunday November 1st. Doors are scheduled to open at Noon and music beginning at 1:00 PM. This years HANKfest will feature concerts from Clare Dunn, Dan and Shay, Cassadee Pop, David Nail, Kip Moore and headlining this day long extravaganza will be country … Continue reading Indiana’s HANKfest is one week away!! Get all of your details about tickets, artists, and more!!

Interview/Article: Phil Salazar, lead singer of Eden Burning “Something’s Burning in Texas” by Amanda Knight

Something’s Burning in Texas Today I’m very pleased to introduce to you Phil Salazar, lead singer and front man of Texas based rock band Eden Burning. With a sound reminiscent of KISS or Motley Crue, Eden Burning hits the hard chord and delivers a heavy performance. Recently I spoke with Phil about the band and their current projects. I’m very pleased to share with you, … Continue reading Interview/Article: Phil Salazar, lead singer of Eden Burning “Something’s Burning in Texas” by Amanda Knight

Concert Review/Photos: The “Wild Ones” Tour featuring Kip Moore, Michael Ray and Chris Cavanaugh stops in Columbus, OH at Promowest’s LC Pavilion

Country music star Kip Moore has recently set out on his headlining “Wild Ones” tour featuring Michael Ray and Chris Cavanaugh. This tour is in support of Moore’s most recent album release, “Wild Ones”. MusicMattersMagazine.com was lucky enough to get to witness this fantastic show in Columbus, OH at PromoWest’s LC Pavilion on 10/15/15. Chris Cavanaugh kicked off the night with a 20 minute solo-acoustic … Continue reading Concert Review/Photos: The “Wild Ones” Tour featuring Kip Moore, Michael Ray and Chris Cavanaugh stops in Columbus, OH at Promowest’s LC Pavilion