Today marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of legendary metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio. As a tribute, the band APPICE has put together a truly powerful song/video to commemorate the life of Ronnie James Dio entitled "Monsters & Heroes." The band APPICE consists of Ronnie's former drummer in DIO, Heaven & Hell, and Black... Continue Reading →
Review by John Jeffrey, photos by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Canandaigua, NY - Over the past several years that I've seen Alice Cooper perform with his various lineups, it's been Alice opening for other acts, such as Deep Purple and Motley Crue. Prior to these tours, as a support act, when "the Coop" was headlining,... Continue Reading →
By John Jeffrey Beasto Blanco; the band comprised of Chuck Garric (long time Alice Cooper bassist) on guitars and vocals, Calico Cooper on vocals, Brother Latham on guitars, Jan LeGrow on bass and Sean Sellers on drums,will release their 3rd studio album 'We Are' on May 24, 2019 via Rat Pak Records. 'We Are' is... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr.Heavy-metal superstar guitarist, Metal Mike Chlasciak, (Rob Halford solo band - Halford, Sebastian Bach) is one of the most intense, dedicated and talented musicians in the world of rock and metal music.From his humble beginnings as a teenage Polish immigrant who moved to New Jersey in 1984, to performing at Madison... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S, Orwat Jr. KK Downing, former guitarist of Judas Priest, chats with RockMusicStar.com about his new autobiography, "Heavy Duty: Days and Nights in Judas Priest." In addition, we discuss his future music plans, his relationship with his ex-band mates and much more. So, sit back, and take a listen to one of the... Continue Reading →
Thrash metal kings, Slayer, provide Western New York with final auditory assault. Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY - For the 8000 hard rock / metal music loving fans filling the Darien Lake amphitheater on Friday, there was no other place in world to be on this hot and humid summer night. One of... Continue Reading →
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