By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. James Durbin, who is best known as the heavy metal vocalist from the 2011 season of popular TV series, American Idol, has teamed up with Quiet Riot guitar-wiz, Alex Grossi, for a new band called, Hollywood Scars. The dynamic-duo just recently released an impressive five-song EP entitled, 'Maps To... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. The Sainted Sinners are an amazing, new classic rock-influenced band, featuring the guitar wizardry of Frank Pané, also of the German rock band, Bonfire, and veteran vocalist, Davis Reece, formerly of Bonfire and Accept. Their self-titled debut release hits the streets on February 24th via the El Puerto Records label. ... Continue Reading →
Review by John Jeffrey, photos by Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Elmira, NY - Aside from a period during the 80's (up through the mid 90's), you can always pretty much guarantee that an Alice Cooper show is nothing short of spectacular. From the over the top theatrics, to the sheer dedication of the multiple incarnations... Continue Reading →
Review / Photos by Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien NY - Classic rock legends, ZZ Top (consisting of all three original members - Billy F. Gibbons - guitar/vocals, Dusty Hill - bass/vocals, Frank Beard - drums), returned to the WNY area for what seems to be becoming an annual summer event. This time around, the... Continue Reading →
Review by John Jeffrey, Photos - Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Niagara Falls, NY - Saturday night's concert at the outdoor venue (set up in the parking lot) of the Seneca Niagara Casino was one of the most unique concert experiences I've endured in quite some time. After what seemed like a torrential down-pour, the Hollywood... Continue Reading →
Review by John Jeffrey , photos Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Lewiston, NY - Going into ArtPark for Rock Music Star's first show there - for the 2016 Summer concert season - I honestly did not know what to expect. While the teaming up of some of rock's most legendary stalwarts: David Coverdale (Whitesnake), Brad Whitford... Continue Reading →
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