BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Amherst, NY- The University of Buffalo (UB) hosted a very unique and fascinating event last Tuesday afternoon. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and shock-rock music legend Alice Cooper, along with his longtime manager and UB alumnus Shep Gordon, held a 60-minute-long candid conversation about their 50 years plus... Continue Reading →
Flashback Interview – Wednesday 13- The Murderdolls- 10/02/2002
One of the most talked about bands in rock music right now is the Murderdolls. Formed by SLIPKNOT’s Joey Jordison, the Murderdolls have quickly become one of the biggest buzz bands in the world. Their debut CD “Beyond The Valley Of The Murderdolls,” reached the #102 position on the Billboard Charts during its first week... Continue Reading →
Pat Travers – Rock Interview Series #61
Welcome to episode # 61 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, guitarist/vocalist/songwriter -Pat Travers is the special guest. Pat Travers released his first record in 1976, and quickly established himself as one of rock music's most dynamic performers. The Pat Travers Band dominated FM radio during the early 80's with chart topping hit's... Continue Reading →
Robby Takac – Goo Goo Dolls – Rock Interview Series #60
Welcome to episode # 60 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, the guest is Robby Takac bass player, singer/ songwriter and co-founder of the multi-platinum selling, chart-topping, rock band from Buffalo, NY - the Goo Goo Dolls! During this exclusive interview Robby, talks about the Goo Goo Dolls new record "CHAOS In Bloom"... Continue Reading →
Ted Nugent / Rick Monroe and the Hitmen – Riviera Theatre, North Tonawanda, NY – 08/15/2022 -concert review
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. North Tonawanda - The controversial, freedom-loving rock legend, guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Ted Nugent played two sold-out shows at the beautiful 1100-capacity Riviera Theatre last Sunday and Monday nights. The jammed packed audience was treated to Nugent's typical over-the-top performance, which was nothing short of spectacular. The 74-year-old guitarist from Redford, Michigan has... Continue Reading →
Gene Barnett & Jason McMaster – Dirty Looks– Rock Interview Series #55 – video interview
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Welcome to episode # 55 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, vocalist Jason McMaster and drummer Gene Barnett from the band Dirty Looks are the guests. Dirty Looks was formed in 1984 and based out of Erie, PA. In 1987 they were signed to Atlantic records and released... Continue Reading →
