By Neil Shumate, OOTB Publications

  By Neil Shumate, OOTB Publications

  By David Desin, OOTB Publications

  By James Magill, OOTB Publications

  By Justin Bauer, OOTB Publications

  By Christian Cole, OOTB Publications

  Grasmere was formed in 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. In 2020, Grasmere went on a hiatus and announced their return in early 2025.  Columbus Ohio’s pop-rock powerhouse is back from the dead and back in action with their single “Live Forever,” available everywhere you stream music. The high-energy single is jam packed with nostalgic pop-punk vibes, throwing it back to a time of jean shorts, frosted tips, and no responsibilities.  Out of nowhere, you are hit with featured artist Die Poor’s verse—channeling the rap-rock gene that defined a generation.  The music video is full of references to some of the biggest bands of the 2000s, an attempted homage to the greats (watch the video below and you’ll see!).  Grab your favorite cold beverage and turn your stereo system all the way up, you will want to have this one on repeat!  You can see Grasmere live  on Saturday, March 21 at  Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St., Dayton, Ohio. Grasmere is: Tyler Cox (Vocals/G...

  By Brandi Genzen, OOTB Publications

  By Neil Shumate, OOTB Publications

  By Neil Shumate, OOTB Publications

  By Christian Cole, OOTB Publications

  Deadcell is a grunge influenced alt-metal band from Columbus, Ohio that formed in 2024. The trio blends melodic ambiance with hard-hitting riffs, crushing breakdowns, and a dynamic mix of emotionally raw singing with aggressive and unfiltered screams—the band brings a modern, yet nostalgic nü-metal edge to the heavy music landscape.   With four singles currently released and more on the way, Deadcell continues to carve out their dark, gritty, and unapologetically intense sound through constant music and content releases.   Known for their high-energy live shows—performing with intensity and passion—Deadcell’s shows shift from soft, catchy melodies that pull listeners in, to explosive, head-banging breakdowns that hit with vigorous force.   Deadcell delivers the kind of performance every music fan craves—pure adrenaline from the moment the lights drop. Their contagious energy creates an atmosphere that pulls the entire room into motion. Each performance blends excit...

  By David Desin, OOTB Publications

  By Neil Shumate, OOTB Publications

  By David Desin, OOTB Publications