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The Mostly Music Podcast, Ep. 2: Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah 101

April 15, 2026 — Leave a comment

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!

Bilmuri: The Kinda Hard Tour 2026

March 27, 2026 — Leave a comment

Bilmuri is heading out on The Kinda Hard Tour this spring with special guests The Home Team and Gang! Grab your tickets at bilmuri.com!

Note: Bilmuri will also be playing Upheaval Fest in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on July 18th.

  • 4/17 – Denver, CO – The Fillmore
  • 4/18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union
  • 4/20 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
  • 4/21 – San Diego, CA – SOMA
  • 4/24 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
  • 4/25 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port
  • 4/26 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
  • 4/28 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
  • 4/30 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
  • 5/1 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
  • 5/2 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee
  • 5/3 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
  • 5/5 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
  • 5/7 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • 5/8 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
  • 5/11 – Moon Township, PA – UPMC Events Center
  • 5/12 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J. Brady Music Center
  • 5/13 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
  • 5/15 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17
  • 5/16 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
  • 5/17 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Five Songs I’m Obsessed With [3/16 – 3/22]

March 22, 2026 — Leave a comment

Dark Divine: The Shallow Graves Tour 2026

February 24, 2026 — Leave a comment

Tickets/VIP: darkdivineofficial.com

  • 3/4 – Worcester, MA – Palladium
  • 3/5 – Asbury Park, NJ – House of Independents
  • 3/6 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Underground
  • 3/7 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
  • 3/8 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre
  • 3/10 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Fairmount
  • 3/11 – Toronto, ON – Hard Luck Bar
  • 3/13 – Cleveland, OH – The Foundry
  • 3/14 – Hamtramck, MI – The Sanctuary
  • 3/15 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge
  • 3/17 – Denver, CO – Marquis Theater
  • 3/18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Urban Lounge
  • 3/20 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
  • 3/21 – Santa Ana, CA – Constellation Room
  • 3/22 – Mesa, AZ – The Rosetta Room
  • 3/24 – San Antonio, TX – The Rock Box
  • 3/25 – Houston, TX – The Secret Group
  • 3/26 – Dallas, TX – Puzzles Deep Ellum
  • 3/28 – Atlanta, GA – Purgatory at The Masquerade
  • 3/29 – Nashville, TN – The End

I See Stars: Spin the Wheel Tour 2026

February 9, 2026 — Leave a comment

Metalcore/electronicore outfit I See Stars has shared dates spanning from late February to early April. Their “Spin the Wheel” tour features special guests Mothica, Until I Wake, and Diamante. Tickets on sale at iseestarsmusic.com!

  • 2/26 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club
  • 2/27 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge
  • 2/28 – Columbus, OH – King of Clubs
  • 3/1 – Cleveland, OH – Globe Iron
  • 3/2 – Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl
  • 3/4 – New York City, NY – Gramercy Theater
  • 3/5 – Hartford, CT – The Webster
  • 3/6 – Worcester, MA – Palladium
  • 3/7 – Baltimore, MD – Recher Theatre
  • 3/8 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground
  • 3/9 – Atlanta, GA – The Loft
  • 3/12 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room
  • 3/13 – Orlando, FL – The Beacham
  • 3/14 – Destin, FL – Club LA
  • 3/16 – Houston, TX – Scout Bar
  • 3/17 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
  • 3/18 – Dallas, TX – Trees
  • 3/20 – Phoenix, AZ – Nile Theater
  • 3/21 – Las Vegas, NV – 24 Oxford
  • 3/22 – Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre
  • 3/23 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield’s Roseville
  • 3/25 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre
  • 3/26 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
  • 3/28 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station
  • 3/29 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theater
  • 3/30 – Colorado Springs, CO – Black Sheep
  • 4/1 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
  • 4/2 – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall
  • 4/3 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
  • 4/4 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall

New Music Alert! Rock ‘n’ Roll Messiah: “The Best Time”

January 13, 2026 — Leave a comment

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!

Yellowcard: The Up Up Down Down Tour 2026

December 17, 2025 — Leave a comment

Pop-punk outfit Yellowcard has announced a slew of late spring/early summer dates for 2026. With support from fellow punk rockers New Found Glory and the poppier Plain White T’s, the Florida-based band will kick off this run on May 6th in Atlanta, Georgia. Tickets and VIP are available at yellowcardband.com!

  • 5/6 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
  • 5/8 – Hollywood, FL – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
  • 5/10 – Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville 2026 Pre-Party
  • 5/13 – Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill
  • 5/15 – Columbus, OH – Sonic Temple 2026
  • 5/16 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed
  • 5/17 – Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit Union Live
  • 5/20 – Denver, CO – The Junkyard
  • 5/21 – Sandy, UT – America First Field
  • 5/23 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater
  • 5/24 – Woodinville, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
  • 5/25 – Airway Heights, WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest
  • 5/27 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
  • 5/28 – Stateline, NV – Tahoe Blue Event Center
  • 5/30 – Las Vegas, NV – Fontainebleau Las Vegas
  • 5/31 – Santa Ana, CA – Observatory
  • 6/1 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
  • 6/4 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall
  • 6/5 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
  • 6/6 – San Antonio, TX – Freeman Coliseum
  • 6/8 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater
  • 6/9 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
  • 6/11 – New York, NY – Capital One City Parks Foundation Summerstage
  • 6/12 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage
  • 6/15 – Moon Township, PA – UPMC Events Center
  • 6/17 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion