Author: Thomas S. Orwat Jr.

In 2002, I decided to started my own music webzine, and it was then that I launched GlamMetal.com. This was a site that primarily focused on the many great hard-rock bands of the 80's such as Motley Crue, Poison, Ratt, and you know the rest of them. Then in 2009, I decided that I wanted to write about all types of music, so I changed the site name to RockMusicStar.com. This way I could truly cover all different types of rock music. So here we are, and what a great trip it's been. Over the years, I've interviewed and photographed hundreds of amazing music artists. I still get just as excited about hearing new music today, as I did as a 12 year old kid, listening to KISS for the very first time. I really hope that you can find enjoyment out of my articles and photos. Hopefully, God willing, I will be able to provide many more over the next few years. Finally, I'm always looking for feedback on the site. I can be reached at thomas@rockmusicstar.com

Richard Fortus – Dead Daisies / Guns N’ Roses – 07/18/2014

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. The Dead Daisies are a newer, classic rock influenced band that demands your immediate attention. The band was formed in 2012 by Jon Stevens, former vocalist of INXS and Noiseworks, and successful businessman turned rocker, David Lowy. Soon after, Richard Fortus, the guitarist of Guns N' Roses, was brought into... Continue Reading →

July 18, 2014 0

The Dead Daisies – Darien Lake PAC, Darien, NY – 07/13/2014

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY - The Dead Daisies, the super group consisting of all-star musicians Richard Fortus (Guns n' Roses)- guitar, Jon Stevens (Inxs)- vocals, David Lowy- guitar, Dizzy Reed (Guns n' Roses)- Keyboards, Marco Mendoza (Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy)- bass and Brian Tichy (Whitesnake)- drums, opened for the Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bad... Continue Reading →

July 13, 2014 0

Lynyrd Skynyrd / Bad Company / Dead Daisies – Darien Lake PAC, Darien, NY-07/13/2014

Photos/Review by Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY- The Lynyrd Skynyrd/Bad Company co-headlining tour touched down in Darien, NY last Sunday evening. Both legendary bands are celebrating their 40th anniversaries. While they drastically differ, stylistically: Lynyrd Skynyrd are the originators of American Southern rock, and Bad Company was 2nd to Led Zeppelin as England's most... Continue Reading →

July 13, 2014 0

Jon Davison – YES – 06/26/2014

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Since the departure of long-time vocalist, Jon Anderson, in 2008, the classic progressive-rock band- YES have been working practically non-stop, either touring or recording. YES, who have sold over 13 million records in the USA alone, currently consists of classic core members: Chris Squire- bass, Steve Howe- guitar, Alan White-... Continue Reading →

June 26, 2014 0

Ethan Brosh – 06/16/2014

If you are a fan of 80's shred guitar, you must check out guitarist, Ethan Brosh. With the release of his new 13 track, all instrumental, guitar-opus, ‘Live the Dream' (on Carmine Appice's- Rocker Records), Brosh is winning over legions of new fans with his lightning-fast leads and virtuoso guitar techniques. But, what makes... Continue Reading →

June 16, 2014 0

Ian Anderson 05/22/2014

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. At the age of 66 years old, classic rock legend and former Jethro Tull leader/songwriter/vocalist/flautist, Ian Anderson, finds himself in the twilight of his career. But, he refuses to slow down, and continues his quest for musical brilliance by passionately writing and recording. With Jethro Tull now on hiatus, Anderson... Continue Reading →

May 22, 2014 0