The post-grunge/ hard rock band Blacktop Mojo was formed in 2012 by lead singer Matt James and drummer Nathan Gillis in Palestine, Texas, a town all 5 current members still call home. Along with guitarists Ryan Keifer and Kenneth Irwin, as well as bassist Chris Davis, Blacktop Mojo released their debut album “I Am” just two years later. In 2015 Matt Curtis replaced Davis, and Irwin’s departure in 2018 made way for Chuck Wepfer to […]
AMP – MEET THE STAFF AND CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
RALPH BEAUCHAMP – EDITOR As editor of AMP, I must say that I work with some of the most talented and dedicated staff and writers around. Even though I started myampmusic.co four years ago as an outlet for my love of music, this is far from a one man show. Scott Steinberg, my I.T. manager and contributing writer has been with me from the very beginning. We have been through many trials and tribulations just […]
MATTHIAS STEELE – AN IN DEPTH INTERVIEW
If you’re craving a metal band with an old school metal vibe, and who isn’t, check out Matthias Steele. An original band from Westerly, Rhode Island, Matthias Steele features: Tony Lionetti- bass/vocals Jami Blackwood- guitar Nino Trovato- drums. KATE: Matthias Steele has been around since I was in high school. Congrats on the band’s longevity! I know Nino and Tony have been around since the beginning and Jami replaced the original guitarist. Have you ever […]