Simon Wright Dispels Rumors About Angus Young and Yngwie Malmsteen on Fly on the Wall Tour During an exclusive interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, former AC/DC drummer Simon Wright addressed a long-standing rumor about the band's legendary lead guitarist, Angus Young. The rumor suggested that Young regretted choosing guitar... Continue Reading →
During a recent interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr, of the Rock Interview Series- Danny Stag, guitarist of the band Kingdom Come, opened up about the criticism his band faced for being labeled as a Led Zeppelin clone band. Stag expressed that, in hindsight, the band should have embraced the comparison as a compliment. “We... Continue Reading →
BY THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Lewiston, NY - Tesla’s “Keepin’ It Real” 2024 tour made an electrifying stop at the Artpark Mainstage Theater last Wednesday evening. Despite the venue’s 2,500-seat capacity being only a little more than half filled, the band’s performance was nothing short of spectacular. The lower attendance could be attributed to the... Continue Reading →
North Tonawanda, NY-It has been an electrifying couple of days for KISS fans in the Western New York area. The historic and beautiful West Herr Riviera Theatre played host to two rock legends in quick succession. On Monday, Gene Simmons of KISS fame delivered a unique and powerful performance, setting the stage for ex-KISS member... Continue Reading →
Niagara Falls, NY - In a special ceremony held in front of City Hall on Sunday, August 18, 2024, Mayor Restaino of Niagara Falls and Mayor Austin Tylec of North Tonawanda presented Gene Simmons of the rock band KISS with a “Key to the City” for both municipalities. Additionally, Mayor Restaino announced that a downtown... Continue Reading →
Batavia, NY—On a warm summer evening with cloudy skies and a few scattered light rain showers, the ‘Batavia Downs 2024 Summer Concert Series’ came to a spectacular close with a triple bill featuring Tommy DeCarlo, the former singer of Boston, Jason Scheff, formerly of the band Chicago, and August Zadra from the Dennis DeYoung Band.... Continue Reading →
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