Bad Marriage, featuring Tommy Skeoch ex-Tesla – Rockin’ Buffalo Saloon, West Seneca, NY – 12-06-2025

THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR.

West Seneca, NY — Last Saturday evening, Boston hard rock band Bad Marriage—featuring Jonny Paquin (vocals), Mike Fitz (lead/rhythm guitar), Tommy Skeoch (lead/rhythm guitar, formerly of Tesla), Todd Boisvert (bass), and Michael Delaney (drums)—delivered a high‑energy headlining set at the Rockin’ Buffalo Saloon in West Seneca, NY. Known primarily as a club that specializes in local cover bands, it was unusual to see a national original act take the stage here. The intimate bar setting became the backdrop for an unforgettable night.

From start to finish, Bad Marriage kicked ass. With catchy songs, great chemistry, and a cool vibe, the band showed they know how to connect with a crowd. They kept the energy high with a setlist that included “Rock Me to the Top” (Tesla cover), “Head Trip”, “Denim and Leather” (Saxon cover), “Dangerous,” and “Rockin’ Rollin’ Mofo.” Each tune kept the momentum going and had the crowd fully engaged and rocking’ out.

Towards the end of the set, just when fans thought it couldn’t get any better, legendary guitarist Chris Holmes (formerly of W.A.S.P.) jumped on stage for a surprise performance of Neil Young’s classic “Rockin’ in the Free World.” Sitting together during the show, Holmes was joined by Tesla bassist Brian Wheat, making the moment even more special. As Holmes tore into the song alongside Bad Marriage, the entire venue sang along in one of those rare, powerful surprises that many attending will never forget.

The crowd loved every minute, and Bad Marriage walked away with plenty of new fans. Even better, the cover charge was just $10—a refreshing reminder that you can still catch top‑tier live entertainment without breaking the bank.

With a new album coming in 2026, the year ahead promises to be a big one for Bad Marriage. Meanwhile, guitarist Tommy Skeoch and Chris Holmes have teamed up with Brian Wheat of Tesla and original Saliva frontman Josey Scott in a brand‑new project called Terminal—another exciting development for rock fans heading into 2026.

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