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The Mostly Music Podcast, Ep. 2: Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah 101
I had the chance to interview Muscle Shoals, Alabama-based Chase “The Ace” West, aka Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah! We chatted about his musical journey, from what inspired him to pick up a guitar as a kid all the way to this new project.
A little bit of background: I have known Chase since 2013, when he joined The Velcro Pygmies as their new guitarist. You might think that would make this interview easier, but… I guess it did in some ways, not so much in others.
Also, enjoy my brother’s cat and his inability to be ignored 😂 He’s a giant furball and I was distracted by the risk he posed to my laptop, cords, lighting, etc.
Hope y’all like it!
Be sure to visit this page for all things Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah, including music, merch, and his socials!
Razor Candy Premieres Official Video for New Single “Stay Golden”
LA-based rockers Razor Candy have released their latest single, “Stay Golden,” which features E.G. Daily. Watch the official video below and stream the track here.
Razor Candy (with E.G.) will be playing their first live show at The Whisky on Saturday, May 30th! With special guest Bonavega, this event is likely to sell out, so grab your tickets now at whiskyagogo.com!
Black Veil Brides Shares Spring 2026 North American Dates
Black Veil Brides are touring this spring alongside From Ashes to New, TX2, and As December Falls. Tickets are available at blackveilbrides.net!
- 4/25 – Riverside, CA – Riverside Municipal Auditorium
- 4/26 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre at the Grand Sierra Resort
- 4/28 – Seattle, WA – Showbox SoDo
- 4/30 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union Event Center
- 5/1 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
- 5/2 – Omaha, NE – The Astro
- 5/4 – Dallas, TX – The Cambridge Room at House of Blues
- 5/5 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
- 5/6 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
- 5/8 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
- 5/9 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 2026*
- 5/11 – Greensboro, NC – Piedmont Hall
- 5/12 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa
- 5/14 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
- 5/15 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
- 5/16 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026*
- 5/17 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
- 5/19 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
- 5/21 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore
- 5/22 – Chicago, IL – Ramova Theatre
- 5/23 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee
- 5/25 – Toronto, ON – History
- 5/26 – Montreal, QC – MTELUS
- 5/28 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
- 5/29 – Silver Spring, MD – The Fillmore
- 5/30 – Worcester, MA – Palladium
Marilyn Manson: One Assassination Under God Spring Tour 2026
Infamous metal band Marilyn Manson has announced another leg of the “One Assassination Under God Tour.” This handful of spring dates will have Vowws as the opening act. Tickets are on sale at marilynmanson.com!
- 4/22 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater (Added date!)*
- 4/23 – Highland, CA – Yaamava’ Theater*
- 4/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World Festival 2026
- 5/8 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
- 5/10 – Green Bay, WI – EPIC Event Center
- 5/12 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre
- 5/13 – Memphis, TN – Graceland Soundstage
- 5/15 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
- 5/16 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026*
* Without Vowws
Lords of Acid: Cheeky Freaky Tour 2026
Belgian electronic music group Lords of Acid has announced the “Cheeky Freaky Tour,” kicking off April 25th with a performance at Sick New World 2026. The full lineup for this run consists of LoA, Dead on a Sunday, Princess Superstar, Tony & the Kiki, and MZ Neon.
Tickets and a limited number of VIP upgrades are on sale at lordsofacidofficial.com!
- 4/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Sick New World 2026+
- 4/26 – Fontana, CA – Stage Red*
- 4/28 – Flagstaff, AZ – Orpheum Theater*
- 4/29 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa Theater*
- 4/30 – Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater*
- 5/1 – Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep*
- 5/2 – Denver, CO – Ritual Noize Festival 2026+
- 5/4 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
- 5/5 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
- 5/6 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge
- 5/7 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick
- 5/8 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving
- 5/9 – Washington, DC – Union Stage
- 5/11 – Cleveland, OH – The Mercury Music Lounge
- 5/12 – New York City, NY – Racket
- 5/14 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade*
- 5/15 – Orlando, FL – The Abbey
- 5/16 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room
- 5/17 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum
- 5/19 – Fort Walton Beach, FL – Downtown Music Hall
- 5/21 – Houston, TX – Scout Bar
- 5/22 – Dallas, TX – Trees
- 5/23 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
- 5/24 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
- 5/26 – Tucson, AZ – 191 Toole
- 5/27 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
- 5/28 – Las Vegas, NV – Swandive
- 5/29 – San Diego, CA – Music Box
- 5/30 – Los Angeles, CA – Echoplex
- 5/31 – San Jose, CA – The Ritz
+ Lords of Acid only
* No Dead on a Sunday
Five Songs I’m Obsessed With [2/2 – 2/8]
- Sister Sin: “Suicide Hill”
- Argovia: “Ebb & Flow” (ft. Ross Jennings)
- Deeper Graves: “Over My Shoulder”
- The Cost of Silence: “Overgrown” (ft. RewØund)
- Ice of Neptune: “Run”
I have a couple of honorable mentions this week…
Five Songs I’m Obsessed With [1/12 – 1/18]
New Music Alert! Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah: “The Best Time”
Alabama-based guitarist Chase “The Ace” West has unleashed his first solo song. He sang, played all instruments, recorded, and mixed it. Stream “The Best Time” by Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah on your favorite service, and check out the video below!
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