Red Rose Way is an emerging alternative rock band blending emotive vocals, dynamic guitars, and anthemic hooks into a sound that feels both classic and contemporary. Rooted in raw honesty, their songs explore love, resilience, and self-discovery, balancing introspection with big, arena-ready energy.

Drawing influences from modern alt-rock and timeless pop craftsmanship, Red Rose Way creates music that connects instantly with heartfelt lyrics delivered with conviction and melodic power.

This is my conversation with Milos and Tony of Red Rose Way.

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Red Rose Way on Bandcamp

Singer-songwriter Pete Droge joins Center Stage for an in-depth conversation about his new album Fade Away Blue—a powerful and deeply personal collection that explores themes of identity, healing, and renewal.

Emerging from the Pacific Northwest in the mid-’90s with his debut Necktie Second and its breakout single “If You Don’t Love Me (I’ll Kill Myself),” Droge quickly became known for his wry, heartfelt songwriting and timeless melodies. Over the years, his music has appeared in films like Dumb and Dumber, Beautiful Girls, Almost Famous, and Zombieland, while he’s also collaborated with Matthew Sweet and Shawn Mullins in The Thorns.

In this episode, Pete reflects on his journey through illness, adoption, and rediscovery, and how those experiences shaped Fade Away Blue. The conversation is honest, uplifting, and filled with insight into an artist who continues to evolve while staying true to his emotional core.

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Pete Droge on Bandcamp

Pete Droge on Substack

Pete Droge on YouTube

Pete Droge on Spotify

Pete Droge on IG

Los Yesterdays are a California-based band carrying the torch of Chicano soul into a new era. Formed in 2017 by drummer/composer Gabriel Rowland and singer-songwriter Victor “Bad Vic” Benavides, the group began as a studio project rooted in a deep love for vintage East L.A. soul.

Their sound—warm, nostalgic, and timeless—draws from Motown, doo-wop, and Latin soul traditions, blending sweet harmonies, textured instrumentation, and heartfelt storytelling. What started as a nod to the past has grown into a vital part of today’s “souldies” movement, connecting generations through music that feels both familiar and fresh.

Songs like “Nobody’s Clown” and “Tell Me I’m Dreaming” showcase their knack for crafting melodies that linger. At the same time, their 2024 release Frozen in Time expands their sonic palette with lush arrangements and an undeniable groove. Los Yesterdays continue to honor tradition while carving out their own soulful lane in modern music.

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Los Yesterdays on Band Camp

Los Yesterdays on IG

Los Yesterdays on Spotify

Los Yesterdays on YouTube

Souldies Article in NYTimes