Read about our authors and editors!
Alyssa O'Brenski
Southwest-suburb born and raised, and attending University of Iowa. Chicago, its sports, and an infinite amount of music are a few things I can't get enough of.
Latest Article: Summerfest to Reign Supreme over Lollapalooza?
Ashley Eyes
Massachusetts raised, Sun Devil living in Tempe, Arizona. Earning a BS in Sustainability ~ hoping to solve sustainability problems at music festivals.
Latest Article: WHAT?! A Word on Ear Protection
Betsy
Adventurous Northwest suburban girl, with a passion for fashion and photography. She is discovering the music of her incredible city!
Latest Article: This King is One Cool Cat
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: Tyler, the Creator Takes On Christmas Music
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
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: Lollapalooza Reappears with Its Usual Hodge-Podge of Genres
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
KenzieInTheCut
Music is cool and so am I.
Latest Article: Why I Ditched Pretty Lights On New Years Eve For Steamboat Willie
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: Amity Affliction and Senses Fail Announce Band Replacement for Tour
meganetarter
Hi I'm Megan. Usually barefoot, always dancing.
Latest Article: Electric Forest Beyond The Music: Installations, Artists and More
Megan Simone
(◡‿◡✿)just your typical adventurer, on a quest to keep it movin and inspire others to cut their own path. music has the power to move mountains, and connects us all. party on, fam!
Latest Article: Dancefestopia: 25 Songs to Get You Pumped
Nicole Alvarez
inspired 20 year old traveling the country for music
Latest Article: Dancefestopia Really Was Our “Utopia” – Photos & Review
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: An Intimate, Re-Imagined Night with Kimbra
Teagan O'Connor
Media Production student at Marist College and Northwest Chicago suburbs native -- no longer just listening and dancing to the music
Latest Article: Sister Nancy at Millennium Park Summer Music Series
