The Founder featuring Austin Winkler recently had a small tour with the last stop being at Beer City Music Hall in Oklahoma City. Aranda and The A.D.A.M. Music Project were in tow for this three-night road trip with stops in Dallas and Wichita as well. When this show was announced, I knew there was no way I was missing this one.
The first band to hit the stage was The A.D.A.M. Music Project, a high-octane collaboration built on the idea that great music gets even better when talented players come together — and this crew absolutely proves it. Made up of a rotating lineup of seriously skilled musicians, their sound cranks creativity to the max by pulling inspiration straight from the world of video games. Yep, you read that right — video games — but don’t mistake that for novelty. The riffs are heavy, the hooks are massive, and the energy feels like leveling up in the middle of a boss fight. Tracks from their album Punch Out landed with knockout force (yes, the title nods to the classic Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out!!), delivering a cinematic, genre-bending wall of sound packed with soaring vocals, punchy electronics, and live intensity that kept the crowd locked in from the first note to the last. If you’re looking for something fresh, fun, and flat-out entertaining, check out adammusicproject.com to grab the album, dive into their videos, and catch upcoming tour dates — and make sure you see them live when they roll through your town. Game on!!
Aranda hit the stage like a wrecking ball, delivering a hard-hitting, no-frills rock set packed with blistering riffs, thunderous drums, and arena-ready hooks that had the crowd locked in from the opening chord. The brothers’ chemistry was undeniable, tightening every groove and driving each song with raw precision while still leaving room for the kind of gritty swagger that makes modern hard rock feel alive and dangerous. Vocals cut through the mix with power and attitude, pushing choruses that begged to be shouted back by the audience, turning the venue into a wall of sound and sweat-soaked energy. Whether tearing through fan favorites or unleashing newer material, Aranda proved they’re built for the stage — loud, relentless, and unapologetically rock and roll. And we will forever love Das Boot!!!
The Founder took the stage with Austin Winkler at the helm and instantly ignited the room with a surge of raw emotion, massive hooks, and arena-sized rock energy that reminded everyone why his voice remains one of the most recognizable in modern hard rock. From the opening notes, the band locked into a driving groove fueled by crunchy guitars, thunderous drums, and melodies that hit both heavy and heartfelt. Winkler’s vocal power was front and center — soaring through choruses with grit and soul while effortlessly commanding the crowd with a natural, charismatic presence. The chemistry between the band members felt tight and intentional, giving each song a punchy urgency that kept the momentum charging forward.
What truly elevated the set was the emotional connection pouring off the stage. Every lyric landed with conviction, creating moments where the crowd leaned in just as hard as they screamed along, blurring the line between performer and audience. The Founder balanced polished musicianship with an unfiltered, live-wire edge that made the performance feel authentic and alive rather than overly rehearsed. Whether delivering towering anthems or darker, mood-driven tracks, the band proved they’re building something powerful and sustainable — a project driven by passion, experience, and a hunger to make every show unforgettable.
