Music journalist, television personality, and longtime alternative-music advocate Matt Pinfield will be the keynote speaker for the first night of the 8th Annual Mesa Music Festival taking place Oct. 15 – 17 in downtown Mesa.
Known for his extensive knowledge of music and his interviews with some of the biggest names in rock and alternative music, Pinfield has spent decades documenting and celebrating the artists, songs, and stories that have shaped popular culture. He is perhaps best known for his work as the host of MTV’s 120 Minutes, as well as his work as Vice President of A & R and Artist Development for Columbia Records, radio personality, and interviewer.
During the event, Pinfield will discuss his career and share stories from his years in the music industry. Attendees will have an opportunity to hear firsthand stories from his decades-long career and learn more about the people and moments that helped shape the music industry.
Two other music industry veterans will precede Pinfield as featured speakers. Tyson Ritter is lead singer, bassist, and lyricist of the multi-platinum rock band All-American Rejects. The band became one of the defining rock acts of the 2000s with more than 12 million albums sold worldwide and hits including “Dirty Little Secret,” “Move Along” and “Gives You Hell.”…