Alan Ronson, Author at BPM

Brutal Planet interviews songwriter and musician Keith Wallen

February 6, 2021 Alan Ronson Comments Off

Master songwriter Keith Wallen has given his fans another phenomenal single. “Dream Away” released on January 28, 2020. Brutal Planet Magazine talked over the phone with Keith and got details on his songwriting, collaborating with […]

The Pretty Reckless: “Death by Rock and Roll”

February 5, 2021 Alan Ronson Comments Off

1575 days. That’s how long it has been since one of New York City’s finest rock bands has released an album. The Pretty Reckless (Taylor Momsen- vocals/guitar, Ben Phillips- lead guitar, Mark Damon- bass, Jamie […]

Zero Theorem: “The Killing II”

January 22, 2021 Alan Ronson Comments Off

It’s a dog eat dog world. It seems like anyone can record and post their music to the internet for the world to hear. How then can a band stand out from the rest? There […]

Brutal Planet writers speak! Top 10 of 2020: Alan Ronson

December 8, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

This has been an awful year in so many ways- COVID-19, social injustice, riots, elections. However, if there is a silver lining on the dark cloud of 2020, it is the fact that so many […]

Majestica: “A Christmas Carol”

December 3, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

Most people are familiar with Charles Dickens’ novella, “A Christmas Carol.” It is one of the most beloved stories from the Victorian era and has been adapted into countless musicals and films. For those who […]

Morgan Rose: Controlled Chaos

November 24, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

Over the years I have heard quite a few drummers get teased about their lack of creativity. I think it’s inaccurate, but it can be quite comical watching a drummer get worked up when their […]

Hatebreed: Weight Of The False Self

November 24, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

If you were born before 1980 and hear the word “hardcore,” which band first comes to mind? Black Flag? Minor Threat? Bad Brains? These are a few of the most legendary hardcore bands- the ones […]

Alter Bridge: “Walk The Sky 2.0”

November 2, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been extremely difficult for everyone- especially for touring bands. If there is a silver lining on the dark cloud of 2020 it is the fact that many musicians […]

Brutal Planet interviews John Connolly of Sevendust

October 21, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

Atlanta hard rock band Sevendust is giving their fans another phenomenal album. “Blood & Stone” is set to release on October 23, 2020. Brutal Planet Magazine talked over the phone with Sevendust guitarist John Connolly. […]

Sevendust: Blood & Stone

October 16, 2020 Alan Ronson Comments Off

There are a few bands that I have consistently listened to for over two decades. However, there is one band that has yet to have failed to put out an album that turned me off […]