Robin Ross & Carmine Gontz Release Gothic Rock Single BLOOD LINES

Pennsylvania's Robin Ross and vocalist Carmine Gontz tap into a haunting, timeless space on 'Blood Lines', a sweeping rock anthem where melodic guitars, rich harmonies, and an emotionally charged performance explore the bonds, memories, and legacies that bind generations together.

Written and performed by Robin Ross with Jack's Maze, 'Blood Lines' is powered by Bill Snyder on guitar, Scott Cowan on melodic guitar, Frank Cinquegrana on drums and Joe Torres on bass.

Released via Pennsylvania indie imprint RPM Entertainment, this single was recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio in Milford, Pennsylvania, where Ross produced and mixed it, working alongside master engineer Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn).

Carmine Gontz is a rock artist known for his cinematic blend of gothic atmosphere, classic hard rock, and theatrical energy. The recipient of the Central Pennsylvania Music Award (CPMA) for Best Youth Artist, Carmine debuted with 'Planet 25', produced by Dan Malsch (Ghost, Motionless in White, Bowling for Soup). His new single 'Lost In Space' was produced by Matt Starr (Ace Frehely, Mr. Big) and features bass legend Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake) and drummer Mike Dupke (W.A.S.P., Dee Snider, Johh Mellencamp). Establishing himself as a rising voice in modern hard rock, Carmine is currently working on his debut album.

'Bloodlines survive through the years like sand in an hourglass. A new baby is born and a grandparent moves up in the sky. Everyday life moves on and the bloodline continues,' says Robin Ross. 'Life takes and gives the love of our heart as time passes. One day leads into the next and bloodlines find the root of humanity. Love life but do what one must do to survive throughout the bloodlines of generations.'

Emerging from the New Jersey and New York music scenes in 1988, Robin Ross has grown into a central figure in the creative pulse of Milford, PA. A multi-faceted musician, songwriter, and producer for over thirty years, he has released numerous albums while designing and developing several recording spaces, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near NYC. He has since grown his current hub, Baa Baa Leaf Music, into a creative sanctuary and production house.

In the early '90s, Ross co-founded Laughing Jack (later renamed Jack's Maze), praised for a progressive rock style echoing the grandeur of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. After years of an energy engineer career, 2021 marked a return to form, building Baa Baa Leaf Music from the ground up and reuniting with bandmates Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan, and Joe Torres to record new material for the new album, titled 'Once in a Blue Moon', anticipated in autumn.

Just recently, Robin Ross & The Melodynes released the single 'All I Want (Is A Lover)', a sun-drenched flower power pop tune, which was featured in the star-studded Apple TV+ and Peacock original series 'Margo's Got Money Troubles', starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman and Nicole Kidma. The soundtrack includes artists such as Dire Straits, Billy Idol, Madonna, Shania Twain and Reba McEntire.

Earlier this year, they also released their second album 'Mind Space', showcasing their own blend of indie and classic rock sounds, involving Wharton Tiers, JoEllen Gaetani, Katlyn Albrecht, Emery Rhodes, Tony Anniello, Joe Torres, TW Howell and Nancy Isola. In 2025, Ross' other project Robin Ross & The TW Howlers also released their 'Back To The Forest' EP.

As of August 11, 'Blood Lines' is available on digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Bandcamp.

Credits

Lyrics by Robin Ross

Music written by Robin Ross, Frank Cinquegrana & Joe Torres

Robin Ross - keyboards/ lead guitar

Carmine Gontz - vocals

Frank Cinquegrana - drums

Joe Torres - bass

Scott Cowan - melodic guitar

Bill Snyder - power guitar

Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios (Milford, PA)

Produced & Mixed by Robin Ross

Supervising Engineer: Jonathan Duckett

Photography & video by Tina Ross

Album artwork & design by Tina Ross

Publishing & booking: RPM Entertainment Enterprises, LLC

Photo Credit: Tina Ross

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