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

Michael Monroe – 02/05/2010

By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Former Hanoi Rocks vocalist' Michael Monroe is back!!! After putting an end to the band that brought him internation acclaim, last year, Monroe has returned with a killer new band. The Michael Monroe band consists of long time Hanoi Rock bassist - Sami Yafffa, guitarist' Ginger from the Wildhearts, Todd Youth guitarist formerly of Danzig... Continue Reading →

February 5, 2010 0

Metallica – Buffalo, NY 11/10/2009

Review/Photos- Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Buffalo, NY- The highly anticipated Metallica "World Magnetic World Tour" hit Buffalo, NY on Tuesday evening. The kings of metal and Rock n' Roll Hall of fame inductees, played a two hour set to a nearly sold-out mostly male, metal starved audience. The band, which consists of James Hetfield-vocals/guitar, Lars Ulrich-... Continue Reading →

November 10, 2009 0

Ace Frehley – “Anomaly”

Ace Frehley - "Anomaly" By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. It was almost 20 years years since ex-Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley released a solo record. During that time, Ace rejoined Kiss and then quit the band again. He struggled with his demons, but then turned his life around. He is now sober, healthy and dedicated to... Continue Reading →

September 18, 2009 0

Wayne Static- Static-X -09/21/2009

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Since their inception in 1994, Static-X has proven that a unique hybrid style of metal and industrial music, coupled with abrasive, aggressive vocals, is not only compatible but also commercially viable. Their most recent release, ‘Cult of Static,’ debuted at #16 on the Billboard charts, and the band is selling... Continue Reading →

September 9, 2009 0

Ace Frehley Interview

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Ex-Kiss guitarist, Ace Frehley is back with his first solo release in 18 years called "Anomaly." One of his well publicized objectives in recording and writing this CD was to recapture the “vibe” of his fan favorite 1978 solo debut release. He most certainly achieved that goal. "Anomaly" most certainly... Continue Reading →

September 2, 2009 0

Joe Hottinger – Halestorm – 07/11/2009

By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Halestorm is an overnight sensation 10 years in the making. With the release of their debut self titled CD on Atlantic Records, Halestorm has won over music fans and critics all of the world. Their first single “Get Off” is a hard hitting rocker that’s dominating airplay charts on particularly... Continue Reading →

July 11, 2009 0