About
From a rock and metalhead mind....
The idea for Kegs and Metal has been brewing in my head for years. Back in 2003, while working at The Odeon Concert Club in Cleveland, I experienced something unforgettable: the first Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles Six Pack Weekend, organized by Tim Henderson of Bravewords Magazine. Held June 13–14, 2003, the event brought together an incredible lineup — Nevermore, Candlemass, Trouble, Jag Panzer, Evergrey, Kataklysm, Eidolon, Falconer, Wolf, Elegy, Cage, Force of Evil, and Beyond the Embrace. The opening night also featured local heavyweights like Destructor, Soulless, Abdullah, Boulder, Somnus, Archetype, and Aftershok.
The atmosphere was electric. Vendors lined the venue selling CDs, vinyl, DVDs, cassettes, and all kinds of metal swag. I probably spent most of what I earned working those long but exciting two days. What stayed with me, though, wasn’t just the music — it was the sense of community. Bands and fans connected in a way that made the whole thing feel like more than just a concert. It was a gathering, and I never forgot that feeling.
Fast forward to 2013, when my bass player from Hydra and I launched Franklin Brewing Company. Out of that came BrewFest Waterfront District, which ran for nine successful years before coming to a close. Still, the idea kept nagging at me: combine my love of rock, traditional metal, and craft beer into one unforgettable event.
Now, it’s finally happening. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the first-ever Kegs and Metal Festival will take place — a celebration of loud riffs, great beer, and good times. Cheers to what’s ahead. Let’s have some fun!
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With extensive experience in sales, marketing, and branding, my career has been shaped by diverse roles in the entertainment and music industries. I honed my skills over 12 years at the Odeon Concert Club under Belkin Productions, mastering concert promotion and venue management. I then spent 8 years at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, deepening my expertise in event coordination and marketing. My journey continued with 5 years of ad page sales at Alternative Press Music Magazine. For nine years, I led the creation and production of BrewFest Waterfront District, Lorain County, Ohio’s original craft beer, music, and food festival—showcasing my ability to manage large-scale events from concept to execution before the event concluded. As a musician, I’ve performed with bands like Hydra, the 70’s cult-favorite Granicus, and currently, the rock power trio Sonic 67. My years of booking and promoting local and regional bands have given me a deep understanding of the music industry's intricacies and dynamics. Additionally, I bring years of graphic design experience, several years of website building expertise, and a strong background in social media management, email blast marketing, and overall artistic vision—skills that complement and elevate every project I take on.
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