JUST ANNOUNCED: Tom Denucci, James Balsamo, Christopher Ott & Joel Robinson to Rock and Shock 2015 Guest Lineup
Friends, today we’re going to show some love to four gents who epitomize what it means to be an independent artist. Breaking out big in any line of work is difficult, but these men put their heart and soul into what they do and always find a way to succeed no matter the obstacles. They work against time crunches and low (or no) budgets to bring the creations they are passionate about to the masses as well as to stoke their inner fire of imagination. Based in Rhode Island, Tom DeNucci began his film career as an actor in 2007 but has since added writing and directing to his repertoire including the films Self Storage, Army of the Damned and Almost Mercy. He has worked with some of horror’s icons and continues to expand his knowledge and abilities with each project. James Balsamo is also a writer, director and actor. Infusing his films with humor, splatter and more cameos than you can count in movies such as Bite School, Catch of the Day and Cool As Hell, James is constantly creating and even raffles off chances for his fans to be killed in one of his films. Christopher Ott is an artist who has worked with NECA and EYEHATEGOD as well as providing pieces for horror conventions such as Kirk Hammett’s Fear FestEvil, Mad Monster Party and our very own Rock and Shock. His wit and detailed images have given him an excellent reputation in the industry, one which grows more each year. Another star on the rise is Joel Robinson. Infusing photorealistic images with intense color schemes, Joel’s most recent work can be seen on the cover art for many Scream Factory titles such as Nightbreed, Lord of Illusions, the Vincent Price Collections and the upcoming The Serpent and the Rainbow, as well as many pieces for Rock and Shock over the years. Please visit these creators when the show arrives in just about two weeks, and support independent artists!