About:
Stage 1 Press is a monthly music magazine out of Akron, Ohio focusing on rock, alternative and punk music. Founded in 2013 by Bill Samaras we have been rocking the cyber world for over 6 years and are reved up for more! As Editor and founder of the magazine Bill Samaras has been a part of the music scene for over 40 years and counting having published Akron Rox, Noise Zone, and Stage 1 Press magazines as well as promoting and managing local artists along the way.