Rock Paper Needles

08/28/2023

Earlier this year, Mallory Forsgren had the chance to sit down with Lili Covey for an engaging discussion spanning tattooing, fitness, and the intriguing realm of sacred geometry. The full interview is now accessible on the Rock Paper Needles website, offering a deep dive into Lili's remarkable story and perspectives.

  I had the opportunity to sit down with Lili Covey from Oklahoma Tattoo Collective. We talked about sacred geometry, fitness and health, and her tattoo journey. I have always been intrigued by Lili’s attention [...]

05/18/2023

Godsmack sold out The Official Zoo Amphitheatre for KATTFest 2023, a great accomplishment for The KATT. It has been 5 years since the last sold-out KATTFest in 2018. The 2018 line-up featured Godmack as a co-headliner alongside Shinedown.

Godsmack sold out the Zoo Amphitheatre for KATTFest 2023, a great accomplishment for The KATT. It has been 5 years since the last sold-out KATTFest in 2018. The 2018 line-up featured Godmack as a co-headliner [...]

04/09/2023

After a long-awaited return to Oklahoma, Brent Cobb made his debut at Beer City Music Hall along with Brit Taylor. It was a night to remember.

After a long-awaited return to Oklahoma, Brent Cobb made his debut at Beer City Music Hall along with Brit Taylor. It was a night to remember. Brit Taylor took the stage with a warm smile, [...]

03/13/2023

Steel Panther wields the power of s*x, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll with a heavy dose of comedy. Joining them on the prowl is Crobot and Tragedy. This lineup is sure to bring the house down.

Steel Panther wields the power of s*x, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll with a heavy dose of comedy. Joining them on the prowl is Crobot and Tragedy. This lineup is sure to bring the house [...]

03/05/2023

Tyler Nowlin is the owner of Temple Tattoo in Oklahoma City. Tyler is a staple in the Oklahoma traditional tattoo community. In this interview we discuss everything from how Tyler got his start, his first apprentice Damian Schroeder, opening his own studio, tattooing the guys from Lorna Shore and Chelsea Grin, and Tyler and Damian’s first concert together.

Tyler Nowlin is the owner of Temple Tattoo in Oklahoma City. Tyler is a staple in the Oklahoma traditional tattoo community. In this interview we discuss everything from how Tyler got his start, his first [...]

03/02/2023

I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Nick about his newly launched page “Anti-Traditional”. We dive into why he decided to launch such a page and his stance on traditional tattooing in today’s industry. We also touch on two tattoo history books that Nick put out, Floating West and Tattooing to Perfection. I am eager to share this interview with you.

I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Nick about his newly launched page “Anti-Traditional”. We dive into why he decided to launch such a page and his stance on traditional tattooing in [...]

02/23/2023

Rock Paper Needles has teamed up with the Tower Theatre to give away a pair of tickets to see jxdn on April 11th at the Tower Theatre.

Rules to enter:
•Follow both and on Instagram
•Like and tag a friend on Rock Paper Needles IG post related to the giveaway.
•The winner will be selected on March 2nd.
•Winner will be contacted by Rock Paper Needles IG account.

Please note there may be spam accounts. I will not ask for your credit card information.

Rock Paper Needles has teamed up with the Tower Theatre to give away a pair of tickets to see jxdn on April 11th at the Tower Theatre. Rules to enter: Follow both and [...]

02/22/2023

Austin Meade at Beer City Music Hall.

Nothing goes together quite like tattoos and rock n’ roll. What does a sold-out show, a butterfly, and a flying pig all have in common?

Nothing goes together quite like tattoos and rock n’ roll.  What does a sold-out show, a butterfly, and a flying pig all have in common? I first heard of Austin Meade after his show at [...]

02/14/2023

Subtronics at the The Criterion!

Subtronics ANTIFRACTALS tour lands at the Criterion for a surreal evening full of compelling visuals, thought provoking animations, lasers, dancing, CO2, and so much more. Subtronics released his latest album ANTIFRACTALS on December 16th, 2022 [...]

01/30/2023

Dorian Powell did an amazing job on this article! Thank you so much Dorian!

The first-ever Restless Fest raged through Gilley’s Dallas this past weekend. The event was held by Dallas-based entertainment company Third String Entertainment and featured 40+ “up-and-coming” acts over 3 stages. Headliners included: JPEGMAFIA, GLAIVE, JELEEL!, WHOKILLEDXIX, 44PHANTOM, and NASCAR ALOE.

...Lineup of 40+ acts featured: JPEGMAFIA, GLAIVE, JELEEL!, WHOKILLEDXIX, 44PHANTOM, NASCAR ALOE, and many more. (SEE GALLERY).

01/27/2023

+ Announces West Coast Photography Seminars, Workshops, and Book Signing at Exhibit A Gallery EXHIBIT A GALLERY LOS ANGELES PRESENTS: JEREMY SAFFER’S “DAUGHTERS OF DARKNESS” PHOTOGRAPHY ART SHOW Opening reception February 4th 2023 6pm to [...]

01/25/2023

August Burns Red SHARE VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “BACKFIRE”

NEW ALBUM DEATH BELOW OUT MARCH 24 VIA SHARPTONE RECORDS 20-YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOUR KICKS OFF NEXT MONTH Grammy-nominated Lancaster five-piece AUGUST BURNS RED — JB Brubaker [lead guitar], Brent Rambler [rhythm guitar], Matt Greiner [drums], Jake Luhrs [vocals], and Dustin Davidson [b...

01/25/2023

Mallory Forsgren just finished up an interview with the badass Lili Covey from Oklahoma Tattoo Collective! We are incredibly excited to share this interview, diving into topics like sacred geometry, creationism, Lili’s personal life, and even her health and fitness journey! It was an honor to do this interview and we can’t wait to share her story with you all.

(COMING SOON)

01/23/2023

LAMB OF GOD TO JOIN RUN AS SPECIAL GUESTS Tickets On Sale Starting Friday, Jan. 27 at 10 AM Local Time on LiveNation.com Pantera, one of the most successful and influential bands in heavy metal [...]

01/23/2023

FEATURING MEMBERS OF MÖTLEY CRÜE, POISON, AND GUNS N’ ROSES;   CAMP SLOTS AVAILABLE NOW AT ROCKCAMP.COM Rock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy Camp, the experiential music camp giving fans the opportunity to make their rock star [...]

01/19/2023

What better day than Friday the 13th to kick off your first show of the year! Dylan Wheeler and Huser Brother Band came into 2023 strong with a spectacular performance at the Diamond Ballroom.

What better day than Friday the 13th to kick off your first show of the year! Dylan Wheeler and Huser Brothers came into 2023 strong with a spectacular performance at the Diamond Ballroom. First to [...]

01/11/2023

Oklahoma’s own Cody Hibbard celebrates his first show of the year at Beer City Music Hall with support from Johnny Woods and Matt Seikel.

Oklahoma’s own Cody Hibbard celebrates his first show of the year at Beer City Music Hall with support for Johnny Woods and Matt Seikel. Matt Seikel and his band kicked off the evening with a [...]

01/10/2023

Chaos And Carnage Tour dates and line up announced including rotating co-headliners Dying Fetus and Su***de Silence.

Tour dates and line up announced including rotating co-headliners Dying Fetus And Su***de Silence. With Special Guests Born Of Osiris, Aborted, Sanguisugabogg, Crown Magnetar + Slay Squad General Tickets On Sale: Friday, January 13 at 10 [...]

01/08/2023

I had the honor to interview the extremely talented Emma Loren. Interview will be live in the next couple weeks. Keep your eyes peeled as this is one you won’t want to miss. Emma’s work can be found at and she tattoos at in Oklahoma City. Thank you so much for gifting me this incredible original.

01/06/2023

The Lyle Tuttle Collection proudly presents the latest addition to their impressive assortment of tattoo history books.

ON SALE JANUARY 9TH The Lyle Tuttle Collection proudly presents the latest addition to their impressive assortment of tattoo history books. The Tattoo Art Of Mystery Legend R. Johnson. The book features R. Johnson story [...]

01/05/2023

For those of you that haven’t already seen my interview with Scott Huttenmaier be sure to check it out. It is packed full of cool knowledge about antique tattoo flash, Scott’s process when creating flash, and much more.

Click the link below!

https://rockpaperneedles.net/interview-with-scott-huttenmaier-at-keepsake-in-oklahoma-city-ok/

01/05/2023

Interview with Jaki Freeman at Revelation Tattoo Co coming soon.

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01/05/2023

Kings of Thrash Announce First Leg of 2023 Tour Dates.

LIVE CD/DVD RELEASING MARCH 24 Following their four warm-up dates in October, KINGS OF THRASH, featuring David Ellefson and Jeff Young, today announce the first leg of a planned 2023 world tour commencing February 16 in [...]

01/02/2023

Bradly Henderson

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01/02/2023

Tyler Nowlin

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01/02/2023

Scott Huttenmaier

I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Scott Huttenmaier at Oklahoma’s finest traditional tattoo shop, Keepsake. Scott is the owner of Keepsake in Oklahoma City. Scott has been putting out exceptional work [...]

01/02/2023

Nekrogoblikon – “Bodom Beach Terror” is now streaming on all platforms. Paying homage to the legendry Alexi Laiho, Nekrogoblikon released a cover of Children of Bodom’s “Bodom Beach Terror”. The cover was released on December [...]