Backstage With Mothership

Lead vocalist of Nine Lashes, Jeremy Dunn dispels any doubts…Nine Lashes is definitely back! You must hear the exclusive tell all on Backstage With Mothership. It's been eleven years since the last album or video and nine years since their last show. After being announced by Kingdom Come Festival as their Saturday night headliner they are ready to spill all of the tea.

The band The End of I is made up of Jeremy Riley and his two sons Gabriel and Noah along with bassist, Randy Healy. With an inspiring testimony of recovery, Jeremy has a powerful ministry in both word and music. The band's new singles, supported by Resurrection Records will feature heavy music with a message of hope.

Californian born rocker Devin Williams is a seven-time Billboard Top 30 Christian Rock artist and will be releasing his first EP “Conquer the World,” on Resurrections Records on May 9th. As a singer-songwriter, producer, and worship leader, Devin's passion is to truly connect personal stories and inspirations through his music. Serving as a worship leader at local churches in the Nashville area, Devin purses God's call on his life and seeks to spread the message of His love and grace. Devin impacts audiences worldwide with his powerful positive message of the Gospel.

Disciple is back with their recently released single and video of the deluxe version of “Resurrecting Reasons,” featuring TJ Harris of Decyfer Down. The deluxe version of their 2023 album Skeleton Psalms will be releasing on April 25th and will include several unreleased singles, acoustic renditions, and studio mixes. This Monday we talk with Kevin Young who  gives us some exclusive insight into the new version of the single and the upcoming East Coast tour with Decyfer Down. TJ Harris of Decyfer Down will also chime in with his take on the this special release.

Sonny Sandoval is our guest this week on Backstage With Mothership. Not only will we talk about his new book, Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds, we will talk new music, tours, The Whosoevers, Youth of the Nation Foundation and much more.

Stained Red, out of Texas, are four guys that love the Lord and want to play music in the name of Jesus and spread his word through song. They play whenever and wherever they possibly can. A relatively young band they have begun not only charting locally and regionally, but have begun to be recognized nationally. Their most recent release is a four song EP and they are currently writing new music.

Fear Not was formed in 1987 at the height of the vibrant Los Angeles rock and metal scene. They were inspired by and worked with many other iconic Christian bands over the years. Their unique Southern rock and metal sound is still strong with their recent comeback offering Fields of Sorrow (EP 2022) and their remastered single of “Voluntary Madness.” Don't miss finding out what comes next. And hearing the great stories about their journey.

Music made by brothers Chris and Josh Haynes, catchy riffs with a hopeful message. Brothers Chris and Josh Haynes have been making music for the better part of 20 years, previously under the name XD Out. With Torn Sky the brothers are back with a new batch of songs, a new sound, and renewed energy for songwriting…” Just signed to Resurrection Records the brothers want to get the word out about their new journey and share with us about their music story.

Our guest this week is, Marshal Huffman of Relentless Flood who was recently on an acoustic tour of Germany with Josh Bramblett of The Protest. While in Germany, Mothership had a chance to catch up with what was happening with Marshal, the band, the acoustic tour and hear about the new acoustic release of the classic Relentless Flood song, Still I Know. We also had Josh chime in about the acoustic tour and the collaboration with Marshal while they are in Germany.

Bloodlines is a Christian Hardcore/Metalcore band from South Texas that is spreading the love and hope of Jesus Christ. Their Holiness Cries EP that was released last summer is just one of the things we explore as we learn more about the band, it's music, and what is coming next.

Resurrection Records artist Trey Tate Music has been playing a variety of genres of music over the last decade. Trey got his start playing music in church worship bands as a Bass Player in the late 2000's as a teenager and continues to do so to this day, serving as the Co-Worship Leader with his wife on their Church's Worship Team. Trey is also one of the founding members and Bassist for All Came As One, a Christian band from Wythe County, Virginia who formed in the Spring of 2013. On January 19th, 2024, Trey released his 6 track debut EP: Graffiti which has had great success on the Christian music charts. I hope you drop in to hear more about his project.

David Zach is the lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Remedy Drive as well as an advocate in the fight against human trafficking. When the band is not on tour David volunteers with The Exodus Road as an undercover operative. Find out more about David and how he got to where he is today on the frontlines advocating for those who often do not have a voice. Remedy Drive is currently out on tour where you can hear some of their recently released album Scars To Prove It. 

Michael Felker of Convictions gives us a run down of the newest album Fear of God, the first tour of 2025 and much more. Convictions is an aggressive worship band based out of Ohio and offers an emotional mix of spirit filled hardcore.

New to Brian Head Welch's XOVR records label, Dose of Adolescence has been a band for over 20 years. With a punk/pop heritage that has transformed over the years, their new album, Zircon Avenue is the first offering in over a decade. Timmy and Jimmy Brown, the brothers that make up Dose of Adolescence, share their very personal and painful past in this interview, and how that has affected not only their lives but also this latest album.

The final Backstage With Mothership show of 2024 is a two-hour special featuring Jake Luhrs, lead vocalist of August Burns Red. Jake talks about the band, their music, Christmas Burns Red, and more. He also discusses HeartSupport, the mental health non-profit he founded, sharing his own struggles and how he aims to make a lasting impact beyond brief fan interactions. Editors Note: While the show is two hours, the interview itself is about 57 minutes due to music restrictions.

Patrick Madsen of Nesdam will be releasing his debut album Find the Truth in January of 2025 after signing with Brain Head Welch's label, XOVER records. A culmination of a lifetime of experiences all rolled into a passion project that was a healing and growth journey for him. Former drummer of Random Hero and the current drummer for his wife, music artist Zahna are just a few notable things Patrick has been involved in.

Sean Green, the lead vocalist of the band Behold the Beloved checks in with Backstage With Mothership this week. We talk about ministry, new label, new music, new video, as well as their second appearance at CVJM Loud and Proud Festival in Germany. Our last interview was a couple of years ago after the release of their hit album No Surrender so there was a lot of catching up to do.

Nathan and Alyssa, the husband and wife team of the band Circadia, are the guests this week on Backstage With Mothership. They are an Electronic, Pop, Rock duo from Ohio. Circadia focuses on creating positive uplifting music for all ages. Their mission statement as a band is the acrostic B.U.I.L.T which stands for Be Kind, Use Your Gifts, Inspire Others, Love Unconditionally, and Try Your Best. That is something we can all aspire to do as believers.

For those who are unaware, I'm on the booking team of the Loud and Proud Festival in Germany. My position is primarily as a Liasson between the rest of the team and the many US bands we host. We book bands from other countries as well, so, this year while in Germany, I had the unique opportunity and privilege to interview two European bands; Narnia is a well established power metal legend of a band from Sweden and A Life Aligned is a new, up and coming band out of the Netherlands.

Josh Bramlett of the Protest gives us some insight into the latest single Take It Back, and the upcoming album. And everything new with The Protest. Want to jam out to tunes in the show? Listen live Monday's at 8 PM EST. Past episodes on YouTube, Spotify, Solid Rock Radio App and more! Listen to us 24/7 at http://www.solidrockradio.org

Our guest this week is indie rock artist Autumn Eve. Autumn has pulled from an abusive past to give her and her fans a voice and healing for their soul through music. If you want to know more about her, the songs she has released, or what's next, join us for this show.

Matt Baird was on the road in the mountains of Colorado, when he hopped out of the car onto a hiking trail and found a stump to sit on in order to give us a call about all the exciting things happening with Spoken. A new album dropped on XOVR Records and he tells how it happened and what is next for Spoken. #ChristianRock #podcast #BackstageWithMothership #Spoken

Aggressive female fronted band, Zahna has just announced her partnership with Brian “Head” Welch of Korn's record label, XOVR Records! We wanted to catch up with her to learn about her new hit song Pile of Pills the first release with XOVR and what is coming up next. Zahna shares her deepest struggles through years of sickness and disappointment and how she sees the light after all of those trials. Join us for this raw and honest look at life.

Kenzie, lead vocalist and the brainchild behind Hello Luna is our guest this week.  "Hello Luna explores the area between aggressive rock and melodic pop. The band combines a contrast of hard and soft elements which elevates their sound and delivers a unique approach to modern rock." Kenzie talks with us about how her songwriting perspective has developed over the years and about the new music that is coming soon.

Our guest this week is Michael “Kalel” Wittig of Pillar and Wittig Works. Michael not only plays bass for Pillar, but is a successful bodybuilder, trainer, model, actor, and writer as well. We are going hear all about what makes Kalel tick, all about the three reunion shows, and also find out what else Pillar might be planning.

All Together United is back with a new single produced by Jake Jones of Jake Jones Productions (As We Ascend/We As Human). Catch up with the band and what to expect with it's all new perspective on their music. Meet their new lead singer and hear all the stories.

The Resurrection Records band Reborn, from San Antonio, TX, is our guest this week. They came on the scene in 2019  their debut album The War Within is out now. Join us to learn more.

Kentucky based couple Matt and Kristen are the heart and soul of These Beautiful Ruins. Collaborating with Josiah Price of The Ranch and Disciple, they just released a single and video of I Will Rise. Come learn about their life journey and what is next. Spoiler: We surprise them with Josiah's take on the project so far.

Adam Castro of the Southern California Metalcore band Classic Disaster is our guest this week. Their amazing debut EP “Too Blind To See” is out now on his label Sanctify Studios. It's a vulnerable and powerful offering for a first release.  Some of you may also know Adam from his YouTube react videos on the Sanctify Studios channel as well so I think it's a interview you will want to hear.

Alternative metalcore band Vitruvia has been a local favorite in their home state of Pennsylvania and beyond. Now it's time to reach more fans with their positive message. The pandemic delays and personal tragedies have resulted in a delay of it's release but their passion project EP,  Broken World available now and there will be much more to come.

Dee Swan is an artist, producer, and DJ that combines pop, hip hop, and EDM (Electronic Dance Music) as a fusion for a new twist in his unique music ministry. Fresh off of his set on the Subculture Stage and DJ gig on mainstage at Kingdom Come Festival, we decided it was time to get together and for you to hear his amazing story. We also discuss the link between metal musicianaries and the genres he represents.

Gospel Hip Hop artist, Big Rev reaches out to his audience with uplifting and inspiring songs to spread the gospel in his own unique way. A new artist to the Resurrection Records label, Big Rev is moving forward with a fresh new music ministry that includes his teen son, Kobe J. To find out more about Big Rev and what he has planned, check out our interview

One of the organizers of Kingdom Come Festival, Angie joins Backstage With Mothership on Monday, just a few days before it kicks off on Thursday, June 13th. Three days of the best in Christian music at the largest free faith based rock festival in the US. It's not to late to make plans to attend or to support the festival in your own way. We will be joined by Jarob Bramlett of The Protest for his perspective on the festival. The Protest has been a friend and supporter of KCF from almost the very start.

AsFireFalls is a metalcore band from Boise, Idaho whose DIY debut album Catatonic Misery will be released on June 14th. Pre-Save/Pre-Orders now available!  According to vocalist Kris Lindstrom, “I mostly try to go for abstract thoughts and more thought-provoking lyrics. I like abstract imagery and things that can apply to multiple situations.” Here is your chance to meet the band and learn more about the music.

Trevor Tyson in his first ever interview about the new project, Heal the Hurt, gives us everything we need to know about the band and what to expect in the future. From his working with ministries since his early teens, to his own podcast “Trevor Talks,” and starting his media company Transparent Media,  this was the next logical step into the metal industry that has contributed to keeping his mental health on track and him moving forward.

Roger, Brian, and Marcus; three of the five members of the  Becoming Sons are this week's guests. “They are an aggressive five-piece metal band with a melodic, groove, thrash, metal core sound that is all mashed together to create what's dubbed, #metalpraisecore.” Becoming Sons has signed with Resurrection Records. It's time to catch up if you haven't already!

Ryan Donnal of Broken Bottle Productions and Festival will the guest on Backstage With Mothership this week.  Ryan's testimony of overcoming alcoholism and the events leading up to starting his own festival to reach others like himself, is an inspiring journey. It's a chance to not only get the back story of the festival but hear the line up for 2024, and get important information you might want to know if you are interested in attending this year. All of the songs on the show are artists from the festival!

David Pataconi who you may know from not only his solo project but also from TheoTerran, is recovering from major surgery. His story is powerful and inspiring. Don't miss this very special interview.

Newcomers to the scene, Stars Will Fall have taken off running to spread the gospel through heavy rock. They have two singles, Anxiety and Promises that are already moving up the Christian radio charts and they have just joined the Resurrection Records label.

Michael Felker gives us a tour through the most recent Convictions single, Sleeping Lotus in this week's interview. There are even more secrets revealed as the interview progresses. If you are a Convictions fan, this is a must listen episode.

The guest this week is Kevin Schlereth, who is the President of the nonprofit that runs Audiofeed Festival. The four day festival will be on July 4-7th this year in Urbana Illinois.  If you want to know more about the festival's heart and beginnings and what to expect this year.

Mad at the World is a Christian band formed in 1987 in Southern California by brothers Roger and Randy Rose. They came back on the scene a few years ago with their album, Hope. They are currently coming to the end of their Kickstarter for the new album entitled Love and Despair. It's the second installment of a Mad at the World trilogy they have in the works. Be sure to tune in to hear their story and how they have evolved musically since their beginnings.

Monica Soe of TheoTerran is the guest this week. She gives the backstory to everything TheoTerran, and fills us in on the new song released on March 15th, called Virus. In a very special last segment Jake Adams, one of the creators and loremasters of the land of Theo Terra will join Monica and I to give his insights into it's this fantasy, Viking, CyberPunk, Hunger Games like allegory that is being used to reach people for the gospel.

The guest this week is Nick Detty of Wolves at the Gate. We discuss their latest release, Lost in Translation, which is a cover album of some of the bands favorite songs. We talk about the pros and cons of covering general market tunes, tour stories, and in general, catching up with the band and each other.

Kelly K is a Husband, Father, Pastor, Author, and Evangelist. With over 10 years in full time Ministry, Thousands have come to know Jesus through the messages of love, forgiveness, repentance and salvation that Kelly speaks on daily with enormous passion and wisdom.  Before coming to Jesus, Kelly K was a musician and tour manager for some of the biggest rock bands in the World. After a near death car crash while out on tour (see photos), Kelly gave up everything and turned to Jesus. Never looking back. Now he travels the World with a different purpose, to see the lives of everyone he encounters changed through the Love and Grace of Jesus Christ! – Kelly K Ministries

Crimson Overtone is a metal band from Marietta, Georgia that just signed with Resurrection Records. The group members originally met in a 12-Step program and now creates music to shed light on recovery in areas such as trauma, mental health, and addiction. Crimson Overtone is bringing a high energy, raw, and authentic sound to the industry in a way that resonates with people where they are.

On their first interview discussing the new metalcore project, Mourning Eve, CJ English and Hudson Lake are the guests on this very special tell all show! CJ English has come full circle from her highly successful band GFM to session work and touring with bands like Relent, she has settled in with a new project to continue her legacy in the metalcore world. Hudson is on staff at Dark Horse Recording and has been doing mixing, production, and will be on bass guitar for this project. Don't miss this introduction to everything Mourning Eve.

Siblings, Anthony and Jenny, are the guests on Backstage with Mothership. They are the founding members of the iteration of their former band Jackie On Acid, reunited with a new vibe to create Saving Jackie, a Rap/Rock group with a message of redemption for new life.

A lot of things are happening with the band 3 Days Under. Lead vocalist Patrick Rivers gets on a call with Mothership to share all of the upcoming news.

Aaron Michaels is a singer/Songwriter from Muskogee, OK. His songs Trust and Faith Over Fear have consistently been on the top of the Christian music charts since they were released. Aaron has new music and is branching out by starting a new label. Listen in to hear all about the exciting news!

Joran Messer of DIRE band just released a new EP called Crush the Head. Don't miss out on hearing about the meanings behind the songs and much more!