Interview:

This week we speak with Ross Hammond. Ross is an accomplished guitarist from Sacramento, California. We talk with Ross about his influences, writing style, his new music, and much more.

We also feature his new single "Windowpane"

Where to find Ross:

http://www.rosshammond.com/

https://rosshammond.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/rosshammondguitarist/

Local Spotlight:

Wednesday, July 5th: Shinedown with special guest Lacey Strum will be performing at the Lafayette Theater & Events Center. Tickets are on sale now and are close to selling out.$40 general admission. $50 VIP balcony. Doors: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm. You can find tickets at Digby’s Pub and Patio, Pete’s Diner, Bobby T’s or go to the Lafayette Theater Facebook page to purchase online. Then after the show, the official after party will be at Digby’s Pub & Patio. Free entry, must be 21 or older and food will be served until 3am.

Friday, July 7th: Brady Joseph will be performing at Digby’s Pub and Patio starting at 9pm. All ages welcome. No cover.

Friday, July 7th: Sean Marshall will be performing at 6th Street Dive. Starts at 10pm. No cover.

Quick Headlines:

Pierce The Veil announce new ‘A Flair For The Dramatic’ 10-year anniversary vinyl pressing.

The Juliana Theory postpone reunion tour, decide to be band again.

Dave Rosser, Afghan Whigs guitarist, dead at 50 from cancer.

Upcoming Tours:

Danzig announce fall tour (Chicago, IL at Riot Fest - September 16th)

The Devil Wears Prada announced a headlining tour this fall with Veil of Maya (Chicago, IL at The Bottom Lounge - November 4th)

Protest The Hero announced four shows for the fall in Ontario, Canada.

Albums of the Week:

Grant - Yelawolf - Love Story (2015)

Matt - Chon - Homey (2017)

Headlines & Main Topics

Black Sabbath Documentary

MUSE Announces A Special Concert to Benefit The Coalition for the Homeless

After 21 Years, Suge Knight Finally Reveals the Two People Who Killed Tupac Shakur

Paul McCartney and Sony Settle Beatles Rights Dispute

The Doors Issue Cease-and-Desist Letter to Jenners Over T-Shirts

Chance the Rapper Donating Grammy to Chicago African American History

Fyre-Festival Co-Founder Arrested, Charged With Fraud