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Neeka Rogers Rodriguez 28 posts 0 comments

I am a small town girl from Idaho with a big time obsession with music. I was the awkward, strange teenager who listened to metal while everyone else was hopping on the pop train. Nothing has changed. I am a counselor by day, a metal writer by night. Life is good.

Interviews

OWL COMPANY Interview: Felipe Ruiz talks band history, gear, and ‘Iris’

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Sep 21, 2018 0

Owl Company is a stoner rock/rock back originating out of Brazil who have quickly become a favorite of mine. They started their journey in 2015 and include members: Enrico Minelli as vocalist, Felipe Ruiz and Bruno Solera on guitars, Fabio…

Album Reviews

Album Review: OWL COMPANY – Iris

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Sep 16, 2018 0

Owl Company - Iris Release Date: November 9, 2018 Label: Eclipse Records There are some reviews I don’t even know how to begin because I have so much I want to say. Owl Company is one of those bands. They made a quick leap into my top…

Album Reviews

Album Review: CLUTCH – Book of Bad Decisions

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Sep 1, 2018 0

Clutch - Book of Bad Decisions Record Label: Weathermaker Music Release Date: September 7, 2018 Clutch does it again. You know how every parent has a favorite kid, even if they don't admit it? Well, Clutch is everyone's favorite child.…

Album Reviews

Album Review: ALICE IN CHAINS – Rainier Fog

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Aug 25, 2018 0

Alice in Chains - Rainier Fog Label: Capitol Records Release Date: August 24, 2018 I am sitting here speechless. I have so many emotions flooding through me right now, I am unsure where to even begin. Alice in Chains does it again, and…

Album Reviews

Album Review: Psychostick-DO

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Aug 6, 2018 0

Psychostick - DO Label: Independent Release Date: July 27, 2018 When it comes to doing album reviews, I usually get a list of what is available and pick which ones I want to write on from there. Not the case with Psychostick’s new album.…

Album Reviews

Album Review: Big Durty – Electric Warrior

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Jul 6, 2018 0

Big Durty - Electric Warrior Label: Independent Release Date: June 23, 2018 There is nothing better than sitting down and jamming out to a new album. Wait yes there is, sitting down and jamming out to Big Durty’s new album, Electric…

Album Reviews

Album Review: PARKWAY DRIVE – Reverence

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez May 17, 2018 0

Parkway Drive - Reverence Label: Epitaph / Resist Release Date: May 18, 2018 Parkway Drive has been making a big footprint in the metal world for many years now. Their powerful breakdowns and insightful lyrics are what got me quickly on…

Loud & Local

Interview: Idaho Radio Personality BIG J Talks About METALLICA Weight Loss Challenge

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez May 4, 2018 0

Everyone who loves rock and metal in the Boise and surrounding areas, knows the name Big J (aka Jeremi Schlader). He is on the morning show with his co-host Nic every week day on 100.3 the X. They are big supporters of the local rock and…

Album Reviews

Album Review: NEKROGOBLIKON – Welcome to Bonkers

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Apr 28, 2018 0

Nekrogoblikon - Welcome to Bonkers Label: Independent Release Date: April 13, 2018 Do you want to be highly entertained while thoroughly enjoying good music? Look no further. Nekrogoblikon, is something I am not sure how to explain. Good…

Concert Reviews

Concert Review: JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES electrify the Neurolux

Neeka Rogers Rodriguez Apr 21, 2018 0

What a strange night…….wonderfully strange. I wasn’t sure what to expect, the lineup was a bit odd to me, but I was fully engaged and ready to embrace what the night had to offer. The night was quirky, eccentric, and completely mind…

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