Rock Sun Records

12/20/2025

voodoo valley is:
Slade/voice
Dusty Hollows/drums
William H. Padre/strings
C**t "CJ" Jameson/bass

Some outlaws ride alone. Legends, though, are never made that way. On the fringes of the frontier, where lawmen feared to tread and the dead didn’t always stay buried, four men found themselves bound by blood, bullets, and a hunger for something bigger than gold. They weren’t saints, they weren’t saviors—they were a storm. And together, they became the gang known as Voodoo Valley.

12/19/2025

Honey Trap is putting their own fierce, hard-hitting spin on a legendary track.

🎶 “Aerials” (System of a Down cover)
🗓️ Dropping January 16th

This isn’t just a cover — it’s Honey Trap energy, blending intensity, groove, and attitude into a fresh take on an iconic song. Trust us… you’re going to want this in your library the second it lands.

👉 Pre-save now:
http://tunelink.to/0WZBx

Turn it up. Share it loud.
The countdown starts now. ⚡

12/19/2025

Last full day of 2025 ops 🎁
Tomorrow we break. Today we celebrate.

12/19/2025

This Is Only the Beginning

12/18/2025

Showcase Shows in 2026 — Why They Matter More Than Ever

As we look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: showcase shows have nearly disappeared from the major-label playbook — and not by accident.

The music industry has fundamentally shifted.

Major labels have largely stepped away from hosting showcases because their role has changed. Artist development is no longer a priority for them — not because talent disappeared, but because patience did.

In today’s streaming-era economics:
• Long-term artist development is seen as too risky
• Profit margins are thinner than the physical-sales era
• In-house studios were sold, staff was cut, and development became “non-essential”
• Data replaced discovery — numbers matter more than potential

Rather than finding raw talent and building it, major labels now wait. They watch the metrics. Streams. Followers. Engagement. Ticket sales. Proof of concept. By the time they show interest, an artist has already done the heavy lifting on their own.

Showcases — once a proving ground for hungry, unknown artists — don’t fit a model focused on immediate returns.

But here’s the thing…

👉 Artists still need stages.
👉 Scenes still need spaces to grow.
👉 Talent still deserves to be seen before it’s “proven.”

That’s where Rock Sun Records stands apart.

RSR has always been — and will always be — artist first.

In 2026, Rock Sun Records will be hosting at least FOUR showcase events, with more likely to follow. These shows are designed to give emerging and independent artists real stages, real audiences, and real opportunities — not just data points.

We believe:
• Development still matters
• Community still matters
• Live performance is still the heartbeat of music
• Potential is just as important as analytics

Showcase shows aren’t outdated — they’re essential. And in 2026, RSR will continue creating opportunities for artists to be heard, discovered, and supported before the algorithms decide their worth.

Because real music isn’t built on spreadsheets.
It’s built on stages, sweat, risk, and belief.

🔥 More to come. Stay loud. Stay real. 🔥

12/16/2025

🔥RSR Family Roll Call — 2025 Edition 🔥

This year, we somehow convinced an absolutely stacked lineup of artists to join the Rock Sun Records family… and honestly, they make us look way cooler than we actually are. 😎

From crushing riffs to heartfelt lyrics and everything in between, these artists didn’t just raise the bar — they became the bar:

🎸 Trash Pandas
🎸 GEARS
🎸 Allele
🎸 Jared McCloud
🎸 Gravewitch
🎸 VOXX BAND
🎸 At Odds
🎸 Persona Non Grata NJ
🎸 Saint Tragedy
🎸 Georgia Mae Music
🎸 The Theos Variant
🎸 John Calvin & the Barnstormers
🎸 Andru Jamison
🎸 Jason Byrd
🎸 Kill The Imposter
🎸 Honey Trap
🎸 In Agony

Huge THANK YOU to every fan who streamed, shared, showed up, and supported not only Rock Sun Records, but the artists who pour their souls into this music. You’re the reason this family keeps growing — and why we get to pretend we’re this organized.

Here’s to the artists who make the noise, and the fans who make it matter. ❤️🤘

12/16/2025

12/12/2025

🔥 Please Help Us Welcome Honey Trap to the Rock Sun Records Family! 🔥

New York City’s own Honey Trap has officially joined the Rock Sun family — and we couldn’t be more fired up about it. This powerhouse, female-fronted hard rock band brings a signature blend of sultry vocals, melodic riffs, groove-heavy bass, and drums that hit like a freight train.

From rocking stages with national acts like Plush, to tearing through a packed Northeast tour, landing features on MTV, and seeing their single “Outlaws” soar into the Top 5 on the US iTunes Rock Charts, Honey Trap is proving they’re a force built for bigger stages and louder crowds.

Their momentum is real. Their sound is undeniable.
And now—they’re family.

👉 Explore all things Honey Trap: http://artistpage.to/k6VmZ

Let’s show them what the Rock Sun community is all about. Big moves ahead… and this is just the start. 🤘

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12/11/2025

🎉 Rock Sun Records Update 🎉
Subject: All Releases Are In for the Year

That’s a wrap on releases for 2025! 🙌 Every single project has officially landed, and we couldn’t be more proud of the incredible music our artists delivered this year.

But we’re not slowing down yet…
🔥 New Family Announcements start TOMORROW — and trust us, you’re going to want to see who’s joined the Rock Sun family next.

We’re driving this thing right up until the holiday break, and the momentum isn’t stopping anytime soon. Let’s finish strong. 💥

12/09/2025

🎧 Discovery Challenge — Let’s Spread Some Sound! 🤘

We want to hear from you!
Drop ONE song from the Rock Sun Records family that you think the world absolutely needs to hear today. Whether it’s a deep cut you think deserves more love or a track you’ve had on repeat all week, share it below and help someone discover their new favorite tune.

Let’s put some great music in front of fresh ears. Ready… set… DISCOVER. 🔥🎶

12/08/2025

🎸 Artist Appreciation Monday ❤️
At Rock Sun Records, we don’t just celebrate music — we celebrate the people who create it.

To every artist out there:
You’re not just musicians… you’re builders of worlds.
You craft the soundtracks to our lives, shape emotions into melodies, and turn moments into memories.

And whether you’re part of the Rock Sun family or hustling independently, just know this:
We appreciate you. All of you.
Your work, your passion, your creativity — it keeps this entire industry alive.

Thank you for letting us witness the universes you create. 🌙✨
Keep building. Keep dreaming. Keep making noise.

12/05/2025

🔥 OUT NOW ON VINYL! 🔥
We’re thrilled to announce that Saint Tragedy’s Vanquish (The Collection) is officially available on vinyl!
This release captures the band’s raw power, soaring emotion, and the unmistakable energy that’s made them a force in modern rock.

Spin it loud. Spin it proud. 🎵🔥

Grab your copy here:
👉 https://elasticstage.com/sainttragedy

Saint Tragedy Vinyls and CDs