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Des Rocs Reflects on Lifelong Dream of Making Music
The rock artist discusses his passion for music since childhood and teases his upcoming third studio album.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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In an interview on Loudwire Nights, rock musician Des Rocs opened up about his lifelong dream of becoming a musician, dating back to a childhood project where he depicted himself as a rock star. Des Rocs discussed his musical journey, from being in "101 horrible bands" to carving out a unique place in rock music today. He also shared details about his upcoming third studio album, which he says is "fully done and dusted" and set for release in early spring.
Why it matters
Des Rocs' story resonates with many aspiring musicians who have harbored dreams of making music since a young age. His perseverance and singular focus on his passion provide an inspiring example of how childhood dreams can become reality through hard work and dedication.
The details
Des Rocs revealed that even as a child in 2nd grade, he knew he wanted to be a rock star, creating a life-size cutout of himself holding a microphone instead of the more typical career choices his classmates made. This lifelong passion has driven Des Rocs through his musical journey, including being in "101 horrible bands" before finding success. Now, he's preparing to release his third studio album, which he says is "fully done and dusted" and set to drop in early spring.
- In 2021, Des Rocs released his debut full-length album, A Real Good Person In a Real Bad Place.
- In 2023, Des Rocs released his second studio album, Dream Machine.
- Des Rocs' upcoming third studio album is set for release in early spring.
The players
Des Rocs
A rock musician who has been pursuing his lifelong dream of making music since childhood.
Chuck Armstrong
The host of Loudwire Nights, where Des Rocs was interviewed.
What they’re saying
“You know, there wasn't really any kind of aha moment. It's more just like what I felt I was hardwired to do since the day I first existed. I remember wanting to be in bands in kindergarten. I remember in 2nd grade, we had to do a project, a life-size cutout of who you wanted to be when you got older and all the other kids picked vet, doctor, cop, firefighter, astronaut. I just had a guy in a black T-shirt holding a microphone and it said, 'Rock.'”
— Des Rocs (Loudwire)
“Just like the way in which birds know how to fly south for the winter, I was always just really singularly possessed and focused by this vision from a very young age.”
— Des Rocs (Loudwire)
What’s next
Des Rocs' upcoming third studio album is set for release in early spring, though an exact date has not yet been confirmed.
The takeaway
Des Rocs' lifelong passion for music and his unwavering pursuit of his childhood dream to become a rock star serve as an inspiring example for aspiring musicians who are chasing their own creative ambitions.
