Welcome to Episode 131 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, I’m joined by returning guest Trace Foster—guitarist, songwriter, and mastermind behind the super-group Close Enemies. During this interview, Trace shares an update on Close Enemies, a powerhouse lineup featuring rock legends: Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith on bass, Tony Brock of The Babys on... Continue Reading →
In a recent interview by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series podcast, Marc Storace, the iconic vocalist of the Swiss rock band Krokus, shared his thoughts on the early criticism that Krokus was merely a clone of AC/DC. Storace reflected on the band's reaction to such comparisons and how they navigated the... Continue Reading →
Simon Wright Dispels Rumors About Angus Young and Yngwie Malmsteen on Fly on the Wall Tour During an exclusive interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, former AC/DC drummer Simon Wright addressed a long-standing rumor about the band's legendary lead guitarist, Angus Young. The rumor suggested that Young regretted choosing guitar... Continue Reading →
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Welcome to Episode #106 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, rock music legend Chris Slade is the guest. Slade was the drummer for many legendary bands including AC/DC, The Firm featuring Jimmy Page and Paul Rogers, Uriah Heep, ASIA, Gary Moore, and the Manfred Mann’s Earth Band. In... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Welcome to Episode #1 of our new interview feature, "Glam Metal Interview Series." During the next few months, I will be featuring interviews with some of the most influential and innovative musicians of the 80's hard rock era. Our first episode features Glam Metal icon Kelly Nickels, bassist/songwriter of L.A.... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. If you are a fan of the early, Bon Scott era AC/DC, there is a fascinating new book that you must purchase. "Dirty Deeds: My Life Inside/Outside of AC/DC," written by former AC/DC bass player Mark Evans, is an entertaining read that offers never before published insight on one of... Continue Reading →
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