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

Yes – Artpark, Lewiston, NY – 07/17/2012

Photos/review by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Lewiston, NY - The legendary classic rock and prog rock originators - Yes played to a nearly sold-out audience on this brutally hot July evening. With the temperature soaring near 97 degrees, and the threat of violent thunderstorms, some Yes fans may have decided to sit this one out. ... Continue Reading →

July 17, 2012 0

Buckcherry/Fuel – Gratwick Park, Tonawanda, NY – 07/15/2012

Review by John Jeffrey, Photos by Thomas S Orwat Jr. North Tonawanda, NY - The members of Buckcherry recently stated that when they perform, that they want their shows to be more than just a 'concert,' they want it to be an "event." On July 15th, Buckcherry (literally) set the stage for an ostentatious event... Continue Reading →

July 15, 2012 0

Seether – Buffalo Harbor, Buffalo, NY – 07/12/2012

Photos by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Buffalo, NY - The South-African post-grunge/alternative band, Seether played a high energy, 90 minute set to a massive, record setting crowd in downtown Buffalo. This was another free show sponsored by Buffalo Place. Seether, led by Shaun Morgan-vocals/guitar with Dale Stewart-bass and John Humphrey-drums, was focused and fed off of the energy... Continue Reading →

July 12, 2012 0

Stevie Nicks – Seneca Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, NY – July 7, 2012

Review by John Jeffrey, Photo by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Niagara Falls, NY - Stevie Nicks looks like she either made a deal with the devil, or has been drinking from the fountain of youth since the 80's, as when she appeared at the Seneca Niagara Events Center this past Saturday night, she looked and... Continue Reading →

July 7, 2012 0

Ted Nugent – 07/04/2012

Ted Nugent and his band of Nugerian rebels will be playing a rare concert this weekend at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY. Being that it's been a handful of years since Uncle Ted has played at the fair, we thought it would be a good idea to reach out to the wild... Continue Reading →

July 4, 2012 0

Lawrence Gowan -Styx – 07/01/2012

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. In 1999, when founding Styx songwriter, vocalist, and keyboardist – Dennis DeYoung left the legendary classic rock band, due to health reasons, many fans and industry insiders assumed it was over for Styx. However, the remaining members Tommy Shaw and JT Young wanted nothing to do with that notion and... Continue Reading →

July 3, 2012 0