Iconic music legends, Jeff Beck and Ann Wilson prove that they still are masters of their craft. Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Lewiston, NY - The legendary guitarist, Jeff Beck along with special guest opener Ann Wilson, of Heart demonstrated that they still have game late in their careers. An audience of 6000... 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 →
Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY - In addition to the impressive performance of Lynyrd Skynyrd on the “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour," two of the three opening bands were exceptional. The Charlie Daniels Band and Marshall Tucker Band played well received sets (Jamey Johnson also performed on this evening). The... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. On May 2, 2018, the Brazilian power-metal band, Shadowside, who consist of: Dani Nolden -vocals Raphael Mattos -guitars, Magnus Rosén (formerly of Hammerfall )-bass and Fabio Buitvidas -drums, played it's first date in the USA in nine years. This was also the band's very first live performance ever with Magnus Rosén.... Continue Reading →
Former teen pop sensation, Skye Sweetnam transforms into hot Metal star with her ground breaking band, SUMO CYCO. By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. / Top Photo - by Francesca Ludikar SUMO CYCO is an innovative, infectious- metal, punk, alternative influenced quartet from Hamilton, Ont. The band, who formed in 2011, is fronted by former teen pop... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. The New York City based, Echo Black is one of the most innovative new bands in music today. This genre blending quartet, was formed in 2015, by the dynamic, flamboyant and androgynous singer/songwriter, Danny Blu. In additon to Blu, Echo Black consists of three other equally amazing musicians: Felix Skiver-guitar, Rob Gnarly -bass,... Continue Reading →
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