By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. During the 1980's, Brooklyn, NY - born guitarist Steve Stevens was one of the most popular and in-demand musicians in rock and pop music. As an integral member of the Billy Idol band, Stevens' brilliant and distinctive guitar style was a major contributing factor in the multi-platinum selling and... Continue Reading →
Derek St. Holmes – Ted Nugent band – 05/11/2013
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Since his return to the Ted Nugent band in 2011, legendary vocalist/guitarist Derek St. Holmes has been one happy and reinvigorated musician. St. Holmes was an integral part of Ted Nugent's success, especially on Nugent's 1975, self-titled debut album. On that ground breaking release, St. Holmes was responsible for singing... Continue Reading →
Udo Dirkschneider – U.D.O. – 04/12/2013
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Legendary German, metal vocalist Udo Dirkschneider is back and touring North America with his band U.D.O. for the first time in twelve years. The 61 year old diminutive Teutonic terror of sound, is best known in North America for his time fronting the band Accept during the 1980's, but his current... Continue Reading →
Stevie Benton – Drowning Pool – 04/14/2013
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr Dallas, Texas based hard rockers, Drowning Pool, just released their highly anticipated, fifth studio album, “Resilience.” This aptly titled release showcases the quartet’s new lead singer Jasen Moreno, the fourth singer to join core members, C.J. Pierce (guitar), Stevie Benton (bass), Mike Luce (drums) since their 2001 debut, platinum selling... Continue Reading →
Stacey Blades 03/28/2013
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Late last year, fans of the 1980’s Sunset strip, glam-metal band, L.A. Guns were shocked to hear that long time guitarist Stacey Blades was leaving the band. Blades had joined L.A. Guns in 2004 and quickly became a fan favorite with his incredible guitar playing and cool rockstar looks. ... Continue Reading →
Stuart Smith – Heaven & Earth – 03/24/2013
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. If you’re a fan of classic rock, and you’re looking for a new band to get excited about, look no further than the melodic rock quintet - Heaven & Earth. This band is the brainchild of veteran rock guitar star/songwriter - Stuart Smith. In addition to Smith, the Heaven &... Continue Reading →
