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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.

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IN HEARTS WAKE Interview: Jake Says We Have Unlocked Something That Can’t Be Caged

Neeka Rogers Jun 9, 2024 0

There is something special about finding a band and an album that really hits your soul in the best way. I wish I could bottle that experience up and continue to have the new feeling over and over again. Since this is not possible, I will…

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ELVELLON Interview: The Show Must Go On No Matter What

Neeka Rogers Jun 9, 2024 0

Symphonic metal has continually come a long way and has become very diverse within the genre. Elvellon is one of the newer bands, but they are also one of the best. They have heavier riffs that set them apart with the melodic soundscapes.…

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INSECT ARK Interview: Embrace Life and Feel Alive

Neeka Rogers Jun 5, 2024 0

Instrumental music has to be really captivating to keep a listener interested. Insect Ark has been able to do this throughout the years. This time, Insect Ark has added vocals to the ambiance of the music and it is haunting and beautiful.…

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BLITZ Interview: Stuart, “I Love Life”

Neeka Rogers Jun 4, 2024 0

In 2015 the UK was starting to buzz with the anticipation of a new band that was grabbing rock by its roots and reminding people how exciting a night away can be. BlitZ then released their first EP in 2016 and their debut full length album…

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GREENLEAF Interview: Arvid Unleashes the Darkness

Neeka Rogers Jun 4, 2024 0

The Greenleaf Swedes are at it again with another incredible album full of fun videos and heartfelt subjects. The Head & the Habit is a mix of groovy riffs, stellar bass and drum beats, and melodic, beautiful vocals. I have become a…

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EVERGREY Interview: Henrik Gets Starstruck with Meshuggah

Neeka Rogers Jun 3, 2024 0

Sweden encompasses some of the most amazing rock and metal bands that exist. I don't know what it is about that country that oozes talent, but it has continually made me consider moving there. Evergrey is one of these bands. Album after…

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RED HANDED DENIAL Interview: Lauren Reminds Us We Are Not Alone

Neeka Rogers May 31, 2024 0

A little over a month ago I went to a show I was beyond excited about. I had become a huge Unprocessed fan and couldn't wait to see them. Some friends of mine, Fall of Fathom, were opening, and then a band called Red Handed Denial took the…

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BELUSHI SPEED BALL Interview: Vinny on Nostalgia and Intrusive Thoughts

Neeka Rogers May 25, 2024 0

Thrash metal is a genre where you are pretty certain what to expect. There will be some differences, of course, but it's a straightforward style of music. Enter Belushi Speed Ball. They take thrash metal, and feed it a shit ton of pizza,…

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DEICIDE Interview: Glen The Poop Stick Man

Neeka Rogers May 16, 2024 0

Back in 1989, there was a storm brewing in Tampa, Florida. Glen Benton and Steve Asheim were working on continuing the creation of a style of music that would eventually take over the metal industry. Death metal is a genre that many…

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UNLEASH THE ARCHERS INTERVIEW: Brittney Slayes Motivates Us All

Neeka Rogers Apr 22, 2024 0

There is absolutely nothing mundane about the Canadian band, Unleash The Archers. These JUNO award winners have also had number-one spots on the US Current Hard Music and Top New Artist charts, along with numerous top spots on many lists…

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