Here at Audio Arsenal we have a very passionate staff. While there may only be a couple of us, we're always making sure to bring you the latest updates on bands and musicians that we love.
Alicia Brown- Founder/Photographer/Interviewer/Editor
So I started Audio Arsenal as a way to expand my photography portfolio and get my hand into the music industry. Since starting AAM I've had the opportunity to photograph and interview some of my favorite bands and I wouldn't change that experience for anything. I'm currently a Music Industry major at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pa and I absolutely love it. Some of my favorite bands include Taking Back Sunday, Anberlin, Motion City Soundtrack, and Four Year Strong, but I'll listen to almost anything. Contact Alicia.
Jen Windland- Writer/Interviewer
You'd think it would be easy to write about myself, but it's difficult to make this interesting; I am a Creative Writing Major, doubling with English Lit, minoring in Music and Theater at Queens University of Charlotte in Charlotte, North Carolina. Listing all my courses out makes me feel self-important and busy, though I'm really not most of the time. I spend a lot of time working and when not working I write up album reviews for Audio Arsenal Magazine - so much so that I put it on my resume. My all-time favorite band is Four Year Strong and after them nearly anyone is listenable if I'm in the right mood. So send your music to AAM and I'll review it - just pick the right day or you may not like whatever gets posted. Contact Jen.
Ashton Popiel- Photographer/Interviewer
My name is Ashton and I've been photographing bands live in concert for over 5 years. In 2010, I graduated with a BFA in photography from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia and I've been working towards shooting music full time ever since. My favorite band is Jimmy Eat World and I was fortunate enough to photograph them live in February of 2011 -- Definitely a highlight in my career thus far. I've also gotten the chance to work with Ace Enders and his DIY project for his record 'Gold Rush.' Outside of music, I am a co-owner of a photo business and I have a day job at a local camera shop where I do graphic design, social media, and teach photography classes. Contact Ashton
Matt Christine- Photographer/Interviewer
With work published on various media outlets such as Audio Arsenal Magazine and ThrillCall I have achieved what many photographers take years to do in less than year. I specialize in concert photography but I also have a strong passion for taking intimate portrait photos. Rather than the conventional studio portrait I prefer to match my models with an outdoor environment that boosts the mood of the shoot. As for concerts I shoot basically anything and everything that we are able to get a photo pass for. If you have the time head over to Audio Arsenal Magazine's website and browse some of my photo coverage as well as in-depth interviews I have done with artists.
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Tori Powers- Writer
My name is Tori and I'm a Music Industry student at Drexel University in the wonderful city of Philadelphia. Naturally, music is a huge part of my life. I sort of/not really play guitar and sometimes write songs. Brand New is hands down my favorite band. I mostly listen to pop punk, indie, or singer-songwriter music but I can appreciate almost anything and I love going to shows! Other favorites include City & Colour, Transit, the Front Bottoms, and Good Old War. Aside from music, I love to read (a lot) and be crafty and blow through TV shows on Netflix like it's my job. Yeah, I know, my life is really intriguing. Send me your music! Contact Tori