By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. At 70 years old, John Oates, from the 80 million record selling, Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame inducted pop/soul duo - Hall & Oates, has successfully reinvented himself as a solo artist. With the release of his new record, "Arkansas," Oates has passionately returned to his musical roots, performing... Continue Reading →
Review by John Jeffrey, live photos Diana Lyn Rochester, NY - As the summer is winding down, and the temperatures here on the East Coast are getting cooler, the Dead Daisies set the city of Rock-chester ablaze, on what would have been normally a quiet Wednesday night, at the Montage Music Hall. While often referred... Continue Reading →
Iconic music legends, Jeff Beck and Ann Wilson prove that they still are masters of their craft. Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Lewiston, NY - The legendary guitarist, Jeff Beck along with special guest opener Ann Wilson, of Heart demonstrated that they still have game late in their careers. An audience of 6000... Continue Reading →
Thrash metal kings, Slayer, provide Western New York with final auditory assault. Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY - For the 8000 hard rock / metal music loving fans filling the Darien Lake amphitheater on Friday, there was no other place in world to be on this hot and humid summer night. One of... Continue Reading →
John Payne proves worthy to carry on the legacy of the iconic, classic rock band-ASIA. Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Batavia, NY - ASIA featuring John Payne, played an impressive 90 minute set in front of an appreciative crowd of approximately 3000, on this beautiful summer evening. Right from start, you could sense... Continue Reading →
Photos / review- Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Darien, NY - In addition to the impressive performance of Lynyrd Skynyrd on the “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour," two of the three opening bands were exceptional. The Charlie Daniels Band and Marshall Tucker Band played well received sets (Jamey Johnson also performed on this evening). The... Continue Reading →
Thomas S. Orwat Jr.
