Welcome to episode #76 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, singer/songwriter/musician Mitch Malloy is the special guest. During this interview, Mitch and I discuss his brilliant new record, "The Last Song." in addition, we talk about his time in the band Great White in which he was a member of from 2018-2022, his... Continue Reading →
STYX – Artpark Amphitheater, Lewiston, NY – 06-02-2023
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Lewiston, NY - The iconic classic-rock band STYX made a triumphant return to the majestic Artpark outdoor amphitheater yesterday evening and delivered an impeccable performance in front of a sold-out audience of passionate fans. The band has a bit of a history performing at this amphitheater; they also had headlining... Continue Reading →
Mike Tramp / Jim Crean’s Hair Nation- Samuel’s Grande Manor, Williamsville, NY 06-01-2023
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Williamsville, NY - Vocalist/songwriter Mike Tramp, formerly of the multi-platinum-selling 80s hard rock band White Lion, performed an intimate, stripped-down 13-song show to an appreciative crowd last night at Samuel's Grande Manor. Even though the venue is used primarily for wedding receptions and proms, it turned out to be a... Continue Reading →
Lawrence Gowan – STYX- Rock Interview Series episode #75 – 05/13/2023
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR Welcome to episode #75 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, Lawrence Gowan-keyboardist/singer/songwriter from the iconic classic rock band STYX is the special guest. During this interview, Lawrence and I discuss the current Styx North American tour, the bands setlist, their most recent release "Crash of the Crowns and... Continue Reading →
Mark Miller – Talas – Rock Interview Series episode # 74 – 04/27/2023
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Welcome to episode #74 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, drummer Mark Miller is the special guest. Mark Miller, a Rochester, NY native, started performing professionally during the mid 70's. He caught the attention of bassist Billy Sheehan who was in a popular local band called Talas during... Continue Reading →
Phil Lewis – L.A. GUNS – Rock Interview Series episode #73
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Welcome to episode #73 of the Rock Interview Series! For this feature, Phil Lewis lead singer of the legendary 80's hard rock band L.A. GUNS is the special guest. During this interview, Phil talks about L.A. Guns amazing new record Black Diamonds, his opinion on Motley Crue, his working relationship... Continue Reading →
