Editor's Note: Welcome to the 19th episode of the Madness To Creation Podcast featuring Alvi Robinson of The L.A. Maybe. The Madness To Creation Podcast is where self-care and music merge. If you are interested in sponsoring this podcast, email us at madnesstocreation@gmail.com In this episode of the Madness To Creation Podcast, Alvi Robinson of … Continue reading (Mental Health Conversations): Madness To Creation Podcast Ep. 19: Alvi Robinson of THE L.A. MAYBE
(Mark Dean Interviews) Madness To Creation Podcast Ep. 18: Joseph Michael & Jake Dreyer of WITHERFALL
Contributor's Note: What could possibly be a better time of the year to dive headfirst into dark, melodic metal? While the shadows of winter are creeping up upon us and the nights are getting longer, it's the perfect time for Curse of Autumn to unfold. The album art is once again a hand-painted masterpiece by … Continue reading (Mark Dean Interviews) Madness To Creation Podcast Ep. 18: Joseph Michael & Jake Dreyer of WITHERFALL
(Mark Dean Interviews): DAMON JOHNSON
Contributor's Note: Interview starts at 2:34. Recently debuting on Vevo, the new video for the title track to Damon Johnson and The Get Ready’s upcoming album, Battle Lessons, due out February 19, 2021 via Double Dragon Records. The video was directed by Carl Johnson, remotely from his Detroit studio, and features the trio ripping through … Continue reading (Mark Dean Interviews): DAMON JOHNSON
(Mark Dean Interviews): Legendary bassist JAMES LOMENZO
Contributor's Note: Mark Dean spoke with legendary bassist James Lomenzo for Madness To Creation on the Covid-19 pandemic, his latest project with Echobats, and the legacy of his career in hard rock and heavy metal music. James has been involved in many bands, most notably White Lion from 1984 to 1991, Megadeth from 2006 to … Continue reading (Mark Dean Interviews): Legendary bassist JAMES LOMENZO
(Mark Dean Interviews): JIM LEA (formerly of SLADE)
Contributor's Note: Recently, BMG proudly released Slade’s Cum On Feel The Hitz, a superlative and comprehensive collection of Slade singles from 1971 to 1991. Cum On Feel The Hitz is released as a double CD and a 2LP collection: the CD comprises 43 singles, while the double vinyl features 24 singles. Cum On Feel The … Continue reading (Mark Dean Interviews): JIM LEA (formerly of SLADE)
(Mark Dean Interviews): Ken Jay of STATIC X
Contributor's Note: Just before the albums release I had the opportunity to chat with Static X Drummer Ken Jay for Madness To Creation to discuss the creation process of what would turn out to be an emotional and particularly poignant piece of music. Fans can find Static X at the following locations: http://www.facebook.com/staticx http://www.instagram.com/staticxofficial http://www.twitter.com/OfficialStaticX … Continue reading (Mark Dean Interviews): Ken Jay of STATIC X
MIKE TRAMP(WHITE LION, FREAK OF NATURE) Discusses his Musical Legacy with Mark Dean of Madness To Creation
Contributor's Note: Recently ex White Lion and Freak Of Nature singer MIKE TRAMP released his new solo album, "Second Time Around". With a career in his own name worthy of his rich past, Tramp is living one of the most creative moments of his life. "I often listen to my many previous solo albums and say … Continue reading MIKE TRAMP(WHITE LION, FREAK OF NATURE) Discusses his Musical Legacy with Mark Dean of Madness To Creation
DON JAMIESON Converses with Madness To Creation on “Denim and Laughter” and the Art of Comedy!
Editor's Note: A few years back, I remember seeing very funny comedy Don Jamieson on VH1's "That Metal Show" featuring Jim Florentine and Eddie Trunk and thinking not only he's a very funny guy, but he is a metal aficionado. On February 21st, Don Jamieson released "Denim and Laughter" with the help of Biff Byford … Continue reading DON JAMIESON Converses with Madness To Creation on “Denim and Laughter” and the Art of Comedy!
(Concert Review) SHALLOW SIDE Live at Route 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin (11/17/2019)
I arrive at the Rt. 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin for Shallow Side with special guest Spoken after a two hour drive through freezing rain and heavy fog. The venue is very small, with more room for dining than standing in a pit. Opening local rock group DayRollers are working through the second half of … Continue reading (Concert Review) SHALLOW SIDE Live at Route 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin (11/17/2019)