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brebeierle
Avid concert goer and rave fanatic. Currently pursuing a Journalism & Mass Communications degree at Des Moines Area Community College. My passion for music, writing, and traveling has lead me here, to share my thoughts and experiences within the world of bass drops and epic sounds. Enjoy, and don't hesitate to go out and spread some peace, love and unity ~
Latest Article: My First Excision Concert in Two Words: Astonishing and Electrifying
Bridey Jones
I am from downtown Chicago, but spent 4 years living in London when I was younger. I am currently a sophomore at DePaul University, studying communications. Besides writing articles, I also do improv and write comedy.
Latest Article: Offset Interrupts Cardi B Performance to Apologize
Katy Clark
Hey! I'm Katy and I'm from Madison, Wisconsin. I enjoy long walks on the beach and bass in my face. I LOVE all genres of EDM and will rave to my grave.
Latest Article: 3 Affordable Midwest Music Festivals
Daniel Friedland
I am a sophomore English student at DePaul University. Previously, I studied Music Business and Recording Technology at University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. My love for music goes beyond just journalism, as I have played the violin since I was 3. When I'm not involved with writing or music, I can be found playing on the DePaul Ultimate frisbee team.
Latest Article: Taylor Bennett’s Wild Birthday Bash
David Gagnon
Born in the Chicago suburb of Wheaton, Dave has laid down his soul to the gods rock n' roll. He attended Columbia College Chicago as a major in Creative Writing. Some of his favorite things are heavy metal and pizza.
Latest Article: The Eagles Pass Michael Jackson for Best-Selling Album
Devin Bohbrink
Just a girl trying to catch as much live music as possible and write a thing or two about it. When she's not attending shows or writing, you can find Devin curled up with an iced latte and her cat Pringle.
Latest Article: Bayonne Announces 2019 Tour Dates and New Single
Erin Riedl
Hi I'm Erin. I'm a small human who enjoys yoga, coffee, and all things music.
Latest Article: Shadowtown
Henry Netherland
Henry is a third year journalism student at Colorado State University with a minor in French. Outside of school, he writes for the arts and culture section of the Rocky Mountain Collegian and he hosts a radio show for the school radio station, KCSU.
Latest Article: A Conversation with Brian and Quentin From ANGRY BLACKMEN
Jesse Drake
Northern Indiana born and raised and currently studying at Lewis University in Romeoville. I love all kinds of music, especially punk rock and typical hipster trash. I'll be reporting on a lot of those genres here at Red Roll, and other news from music in the Chicago area.
Latest Article: House of Vans Wraps Up Summer with Wolf Parade
HYNDRYX
Joe Hendrix (stylized HYNDRYX). Senior year Film Student at DePaul University. Into weird music and other generally strange things. I make music as well as write television scripts.
Latest Article: What’s a JPEGMAFIA?
lizzielebow
I'm a journalism student in Chicago who loves music!
Latest Article: Radiohead Goes After Lana Del Ray for Creative Appropriation
Cheyenne
I am a music business major and PR minor at Columbia College Chicago! Along with editorial work, I am a photographer and social media guru. I love music of all genres and I'm excited to be writing for Red Roll!
Latest Article: Slander’s Headbangers Ball EP Makes the Perfect Tour
Rachel O'Brien
Just a young writer with a very real coffee addiction.
Latest Article: John Mayer’s New Low-Budget Video is Satirical Gold
ryanjblair
I am a senior mass media communication student at Illinois State University and I also work at ISU's radio station 103.3 WZND. Music is my passion and I express myself with guitar, drums, bass, as well as music production in Ableton Live. I have traveled all over the country to review music festivals in search of the perfect festival experience.
Latest Article: Shaky Beats 2016: Review
stephescobar8
I am a student at UIC studying Communications and Music. Started singing and playing instruments when I was in high school and fell in love. I love going to concerts and talking to people about music.
Latest Article: The Merchandise Era in Music
