MARCH 2025 COVER STORY | AMH, Echoes of Tomorrow: The Next Rock Generation Arrives

Cover Story Feature / By Vanessa Torres

Photo by Sean Barry | The interview delved into their experiences, musical style, and views on the current state of rock music. The band members shared their diverse backgrounds, including Adam's time on American Idol and his introduction to rock through Guitar Hero and Rock Band, Johnny's early start with Metal Hawks at age 10, Griffin's extensive touring experience before joining AMH, and Ryan's musical heritage AMH discussed their efforts to blend various rock subgenres, their desire to bring rock back to mainstream popularity, and their belief that rock is not just a trend but a lifestyle.

Shortly following the release of their latest track, "Wrong Time of Day," and ahead of their upcoming show opening for Ace Frehley in New York on May 1st, we sat down with the band AMH [Adam and The Metal Hawks], comprised of Adam Ezegelian (Lead Singer), Johnny Barry (Guitarist/Founder), Ryan Daversa (Bass Player), and Griffin McCarthy (Drummer). The interview delved into their experiences, musical style, and views on the current state of rock music. The band members shared their diverse backgrounds, including Adam's time on American Idol and his introduction to rock through Guitar Hero and Rock Band, Johnny's early start with Metal Hawks at age 10, Griffin's extensive touring experience before joining AMH, and Ryan's musical heritage AMH discussed their efforts to blend various rock subgenres, their desire to bring rock back to mainstream popularity, and their belief that rock is not just a trend but a lifestyle. Touching on their visual styles, creative process, future plans, and the challenges of promoting original music in today's social media landscape.