hot sounds was founded in 2022 by journalist and editor-publisher joe massaro (age 27, brown hair, no beard), a fan and supporter of punk and pop rock 'n' roll. the publication seeks to publicize a greater sense of spirit, intellect, and emotion to both music and art that is timeless and deserves further recognition — the stars from the gutters and streets. the focus is to document and showcase fun, youthful, and energetic rock 'n' roll across generations and for readers to connect the dots. this is where the change is.​​​​​​ "Rock 'n' roll is dead and we don't care"