Earlier this year, Hot Water Music released their first full-length since 2004, entitled Exister. It’s the band’s first album for Rise Records and also their first time recording at The Blasting Room with producer Bill Stevenson. We spoke with singer/guitarist Chris Wollard after Hot Water Music’s recent performance at Riot Fest in Chicago and talked in detail about the new record. We also discussed touring, the band’s upcoming live album and more. Continue Reading…
Just over six years ago, the notion of Riot Fest was little more than a passing thought in the mind of founder Mike Petryshyn. While bored at work, Petryshyn surmised that it might be fun to try and have his favorite bands play a show together. Having previously booked only a few small shows in his hometown of Buffalo, New York, he had no idea that Riot Fest would someday become an annual event, let alone a nationally-recognized festival that attracts thousands of concertgoers per year. Continue Reading…
Over the past two decades, The Bouncing Souls have evolved to become one of the most prominent American punk rock bands of all-time. By consistently delivering quality music and continuously emphasizing top-notch live performances, they’ve established a fiercely devoted and sizeable fan base. The Souls epitomize integrity, in terms of both songwriting and how they choose to manage their band. Their songs resonate with all that is good in life and celebrate a simple love of music. Continue Reading…