During episode 129 of the Rock Interview Series, host Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. asked Goo Goo Dolls bassist Robby Takac about the possibility of a Rock n Roll Hall of Fame nomination. Takac didn’t hold back. “Don’t hold your breath on that one, my friend,” he said. “You will suffocate and die from lack of... Continue Reading →
Kesha, Scissor Sisters, Rose Gray – Darien Lake PAC, Darien, NY – 07/31/2025 – concert review
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. photos of Kesha waiting for management approval Darien, NY—On a pleasantly cool Thursday evening, following three brutal days of 90-degree heat, the Darien Lake Performing Arts Center became ground zero for one of the most electric events of the summer: 'The Tits Out Tour.' With pop rebel Kesha at the helm,... Continue Reading →
Chip Z’nuff Invites Donnie Vie to Reunite on Stage for Illinois -Hall of Fame Induction: “You Can’t Dispute What We’ve Accomplished”
In a heartfelt moment during a recent Rock Interview Series episode while promoting the upcoming Enuff Z'Nuff studio record entitled "Xtra-Cherries", Chip Z’nuff shared a surprising update on his relationship with longtime collaborator and former Enuff Z’nuff vocalist Donnie Vie. “We’re being inducted into the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,” Chip said. “It’s... Continue Reading →
Enuff Z’Nuff, Band Inc, Permacrush – The Caz, Buffalo, NY – 06-25-2025 concert review
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Rock Veterans Enuff Z'Nuff Returns to Buffalo for an Intimate Night of Rock at The Caz Buffalo, NY – Power pop kings Enuff Z'Nuff returned to Buffalo with a bill that paired them alongside Band Inc. and Permacrush at The Caz, a former bank, now transformed into one of the city’s... Continue Reading →
Sam Bam Kolton – Faster Pussycat, Dorothy, Budderside, Godsmack – Rock Interview Series # 125- 06/09/2025
Welcome to Episode 126 of the Rock Interview Series! In this episode, I’m joined by 28-year-old guitarist Sam Bam Koltun, known for his work with Faster Pussycat, Dorothy, Budderside, and Crossbone Skully. Sam has been a member of Faster Pussycat since 2019, stepping in after Ace Von Johnson’s departure. During this interview, Sam talks about... Continue Reading →
Static-X, GWAR, Dope, A Killer’s Confession – concert review- Buffalo River Works- Buffalo, NY- 06-08-2025
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Machines vs Monsters: A Second Shot at Glory for 4 bands. Buffalo, NY – The Machines vs Monsters tour rolled into the Buffalo River Works on Sunday night, delivering one of the loudest and most intense shows of the year. A packed crowd braced for impact as Static-X, GWAR, Dope, and... Continue Reading →
