Welcome to episode # 26 of the "Rock Interview Series." For this episode, bassist/songwriter Rocky Newton is our guest. Rocky is currently in the British rock band, Lionheart, which also features former Iron Maiden guitarist -Dennis Stratton, former McAuley Schenker Group guitarist/keyboardist - Steve Mann, former UFO drummer - Clive Edwards and vocalist Lee Smalls.... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Welcome to episode #25 of the Rock Interview Series! My guest for this episode is guitarist/songwriter Jeff Kollman. Jeff Kollman recently released a brand new solo record entitled, "East of Heaven." This 14 track release is brilliantly composed, pleasingly diverse and a true musical masterpiece. In addition to his solo... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Batavia, NY - After an unexpected 18 month break between reviewing concerts, I returned to see my first post pandemic show. And what a great show it was! Not only for my return back, but for many of the 1000 plus in the audience on this warm, humid, overcast evening.... Continue Reading →
Rock Interview Series - Episode #24 with host THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Leo Lyons bassist, songwriter, producer-Ten Years After (1966–75, 1988–2013) Hundred Seventy Split (2010-present) talks Woodstock, Alvin Lee, the big hit "I'd Love to Change the World" and producing UFO and Motorhead. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORdruDikDqk&t=112s
Mitch Perry- Mitch Perry Group- Rock Interview Series - Episode #23. Conducted by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. Mitch Perry of the Mitch Perry Group talks about his new record entitled, "Music Box.' In addition Mitch discusses his time jamming with Bon Scott in 1979, and many of the bands that he has performed in, including... Continue Reading →
By Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. For this episode #22, I have former Grand Funk Railroad singer / songwriter / guitarist, Mark Farner as my guest. Mark Farner, the 72 year old former member of the multi-platinum Michigan based trio -Grand Funk Railroad, was an integral part of the band. During his time in Grand Funk... Continue Reading →
Thomas S. Orwat Jr.
