Past Episodes Backstage With Mothership

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.Download the SRR App on Google | Download the SRR App on AppleAutumn EveFacebook | Instagram | LinkTree#AutumnEve #podcast #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#ChristianRock #podcast #BackstageWithMothership #Zahna #XOVR #BrianHeadWelch

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.#ChristianRock #podcast #BackstageWithMothership #HelloLuna

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.#ChristianRock #podcast #BackstageWithMothership #Pillar

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. #AllTogetherUnited #podcast #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#Reborn #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#TheseBeautifulRuins #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#ClassicDisaster #AdamCastro #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#Vitruvia #podcast #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.#DeeSwan #podcast #SolidRockRadio #BackstageWithMothership

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.