Landon L. Rogers: Reviving Rock and Roll in a Digital Age
In an industry increasingly dominated by algorithmic formulas and digital gloss, Landon L. Rogers is a rare breed—an artist who builds songs from the ground up, with real instruments, real ideas, and a commitment to authenticity that borders on defiant. Hailing from Perry, Oklahoma, Rogers isn’t just making music; he’s making a statement.
passion for old school music
“I’m old school. Original,” he says. “People think Rock and Roll is going to live forever, but that’s not a given in an age that’s abandoned live music and instruments.” It’s a bold claim—but one that feels earned coming from someone who plays his own guitar, piano, and drum machines, crafting each song by hand rather than relying on templates or trends.
The process of making music
His creative process reflects that ethos. Unlike much of modern music—which often starts with a structure and ends with a retrofitted idea—Rogers begins with a vibe, a lyric, or a riff, and builds his compositions organically from there. “My music starts in the analog and ends in the digital,” he says. “You can hear the difference.”
The breakthrough
The industry is starting to listen. Rogers’ single Vermilion Skies cracked the iTunes Songwriter Top 10, marking a breakthrough moment for the independent artist. Since then, his music has garnered over 3 million streams across more than 100 countries—a testament to the universal appeal of raw, honest songwriting.
trials and tribulations
Still, the road hasn’t been easy. Starting out as a rock and roll artist in Oklahoma—a state steeped in country tradition—meant building his own path from scratch. “Oklahoma is tailored for country music,” he explains. “That was never my scene, and I didn’t fit into it.” But with songs like Heaven Now and Vermilion Skies, Rogers has carved out his own corner of the rock landscape, slowly finding a community of artists and listeners who value originality over conformity.
latest project: “Shrink ray”
His latest single, Shrink Ray, continues that trajectory. It’s a sonic snapshot of who Rogers is as an artist: gritty, melodic, and unfiltered. But for Rogers, the music is only part of the mission. “I’ll be making music until I die,” he says. “But I hope to see a future where artists can sustain themselves without handing over massive cuts to platforms. The industry needs to shift.”
Challenges
Despite the challenges, Rogers remains hopeful—and fiercely driven. His vision isn’t tethered to trends or short-term success. It’s about longevity. Creativity. Discovery. “I’m always learning—about the world, about myself,” he says. “That’s what drives me as an artist: writing music that reflects those discoveries.”
In a landscape where many artists are racing to keep up with the machine, Landon L. Rogers is slowing down, tuning in, and turning up the volume on something real. He’s not here to follow the path. He’s here to remind us of where the path started.
