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  • From The Stacks: John Adomono-Gypsy

    What is Ben Stiller’s dad doing on an album cover? Great question.

  • Is Brother Thelonius the Right Beer for You?

      Choosing a beer is an important, complicated task. Ask yourself these questions:

  • From The Stacks: The Finger-We Are Fuck You

    By the end of this little article you’ll be set to win Hipster Trivia at your local bar’s PBR night. Ready?

  • Aftershock 2014: Rob Zombie

    This is the set of Aftershock photos I’m most excited about. Shooting Rob Zombie is a real challenge, but it’s worth it.  If you haven’t seen him live, you’re missing out. This is a real show, if you know what I mean; actually, it’s a real show even if you don’t know what I mean.…

  • Throw Beck Thursday: What Can You Learn From a Rock Star Dad?

    Eye Empire lead singer Donald Carpenter on the challenges of balancing work as a rock star with family. — Like a lot of guys, maybe you travel for work. Time away from your family is tough, and few careers make greater demands on a father’s time than traveling musician. GMP’s James Stafford caught up with…

  • Aftershock 2014: Rise Against

    For more on this year’s Aftershock festival, check out my coverage on Loudwire.

  • Aftershock 2014: Pennywise

    I hadn’t seen these guys in close to 25 years. They didn’t disappoint. Great set, lots of energy, and huge fun. For more on this year’s Aftershock festival, check out my coverage on Loudwire.  

  • Aftershock 2014: Of Mice & Men

    Great crowd reception for this California-based metalcore band. For more on this year’s Aftershock festival, check out my coverage on Loudwire.

  • Aftershock 2014: Mastodon

    These guys killed it. I’ve been spinning their new album, Once More Around the Sun, heavily since Aftershock. If you like your music heavy and smart, you need some Mastodon in your stacks. For more on this year’s Aftershock festival, check out my coverage on Loudwire.

  • Aftershock 2014: Kyng

    I have to admit: I wasn’t familiar with Kyng prior to Aftershock, but consider me a fan now. These guys have a classic metal sound, yet they’re very contemporary. Really cool stuff. For more on this year’s Aftershock festival, check out my coverage on Loudwire.