THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Goo Goo Dolls hometown shows raise $150,000 for FeedMore WNY Buffalo, NY – The iconic alternative rock band Goo Goo Dolls, led by vocalist/guitarist John Rzeznik and bassist Robby Takac, returned to their hometown on November 19 for the first of two charity concerts benefiting FeedMore WNY. Announced just 10 days... Continue Reading →
Episode 133: Richie Stotts – Blowing Up Cars, Breaking Rules, and the Birth of Punk Metal. Recorded October 30, 2025 In this episode of the Rock Interview Series, I sit down with Richie Stotts—original lead guitarist of the Plasmatics, one of the most volatile and visionary bands to emerge from the late ’70s New York... Continue Reading →
Episode 132: Michael Sweet of Stryper – A Halloween Conversation About Christmas, songwriting , and the future plans of Michael Sweet. Recorded October 31, 2025. For this special Halloween edition of the Rock Interview Series, I sat down with Michael Sweet—vocalist, guitarist, and founding force behind the legendary Christian hard rock band Stryper. With over... Continue Reading →
Back in 1979, Gary Numan didn’t just release a hit—he rewired the future. “Cars” was cold, robotic, and unlike anything on the radio. It shot to #1 in the UK, cracked the U.S. Top 10, and turned Numan into a millionaire before his 22nd birthday. But the story didn’t start there. Before going solo, Numan... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. North Tonawanda, NY -The West-Herr Riviera Theatre came alive Thursday night with a nearly sold-out crowd of enthusiastic rock fans, many in their 50s and beyond, eager for a night of high-caliber live music. The bill featured two standout acts: glam-metal veteran Tom Keifer, frontman of Cinderella, making his first Western... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Episode 131 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, I’m joined by returning guest Trace Foster—guitarist, songwriter, and mastermind behind the super-group Close Enemies. During this interview, Trace shares an update on Close Enemies, a powerhouse lineup featuring rock legends: Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith on bass, Tony Brock of The Babys on... Continue Reading →
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