Hiatus: Destination Unknown

I know it appears that Rock Scribes has gone on an indefinite hiatus--dropping off the planes of existence. This is far from true. For those unaware, I suffered a personal tragedy in October. My only sister, Stacey, passed away very unexpectedly. Reeling from the emotions of this loss, I have been pulled here and there. …

The Future Ahead

Now that we're halfway through the year known as 2020, I'm sure that everyone's got multiple things racing through their heads. How's COVID-19 going to end? Will we get justice for George Floyd and de-fund the police system? How are we going to come back to "normal"? Especially as musicians and fans, what are WE …

Supporting Artists Through the Pandemic

It shouldn't be a secret that most artists are struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic. With their main source of revenue on hiatus, artists are now having to find creative ways to supplement their income until live shows return. Here are some ways you can support your favorite artists: Officially Licensed Merchandise Outside of concert revenue …

Back from Hiatus

That's right, my darlings! I'm back. I had a painful surgery in December of 2019. I'm still on the road to recovery, but I'm back and ready to write again! Of course, as luck would have it, all live shows seem to have been put on an indefinite hiatus thanks to COVID 19-- that doesn't …

Open Letter to Fandoms

Dear Fandoms, I think it is time we have a serious talk. The internet has been both a blessing and a curse for us. It has allowed for us to create forums and facebook groups to connect with each other all over the world. When friends and family do not understand how much the music …

Who Says Metal Can’t Be Sexy?

Most people are often shocked to learn that I am a huge metal fan. To be fair, I don't look like your typical metal fan. But the heart wants what the heart wants. My body and soul crave what metal provides. That doesn't mean I don't listen to or appreciate other styles of music. Metal …

Fucking Fandoms: Part 2

When I first got back into music, I threw myself in whole-heartedly. I researched and respected as many aspects as I possibly could. I joined way too many facebook groups, friended toxic people on twitter, and followed raving lunatics on instagram. Lately, it appears that the toxicity level within these fandoms is reaching epic proportions--proportions …

Priest Performs for First Time with New Frontman

On March 6th, Tom Åsberg announced that he would be leaving his position as lead singer with Priest. Though he was mum to elaborate as to why, he has asked than fans respect his wishes and not pry. Just yesterday, Priest performed for the first time with a new lead singer at the E-tropolis Festival …

Eric 13 Takes Time to Talk about Literature

Eric 13, of Combichrist and Sex Slaves, took an hour from his busy schedule Thursday to talk to California AP Literature students about the novel Beloved by Toni Morrison. Originally, Eric 13 was just going to share his thoughts and reactions to the book with a prerecorded video. But when the opportunity for a "face-to-face" …

Joe Letz Leaves Combichrist

Joe Letz announced his departure from Combichrist via social media today. https://www.facebook.com/joeletzofficial/posts/2215834048477261 Letz stated that as he continues his road to recovery he will part ways with the industrial metal band after 13 years. He stated that he "[has] no hard feelings and I wish Andy and all of my former bandmates nothing but the …