By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Since their inception in 1994, Static-X has proven that a unique hybrid style of metal and industrial music, coupled with abrasive, aggressive vocals, is not only compatible but also commercially viable. Their most recent release, ‘Cult of Static,’ debuted at #16 on the Billboard charts, and the band is selling... Continue Reading →
Ace Frehley Interview
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Ex-Kiss guitarist, Ace Frehley is back with his first solo release in 18 years called "Anomaly." One of his well publicized objectives in recording and writing this CD was to recapture the “vibe” of his fan favorite 1978 solo debut release. He most certainly achieved that goal. "Anomaly" most certainly... Continue Reading →
Joe Hottinger – Halestorm – 07/11/2009
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Halestorm is an overnight sensation 10 years in the making. With the release of their debut self titled CD on Atlantic Records, Halestorm has won over music fans and critics all of the world. Their first single “Get Off” is a hard hitting rocker that’s dominating airplay charts on particularly... Continue Reading →
Judas Priest – CMAC
Heavy metal legends Judas Priest are celebrating the 30th Anniversary of their classic hit album "British Steel" and performing the album in its entirety on their current summer tour. The 'British Steel Tour' featuring Judas Priest plus 80’s pop metal band Whitesnake and opening act Pop Evil rolled into the Comcast Center in Mansfield,... Continue Reading →
Eddie Ojeda – Twisted Sister – 06/30/2009
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. 25 years ago, one of the most controversial records in rock history was released. Twisted Sister’s “Stay Hungry” was, at the time, regarded as not only a groundbreaking metal release, but as one of the records that the PMRC (Parents Music Resource Center) targeted as being too explicit. "Stay Hungry”... Continue Reading →
Korn – Armory – Rochester, NY – 05/18/2009
By Thomas S. Orwat Jr. Rochester, NY -The multi-platinum band Korn stopped off in Rochester, NY last Monday as part of their ‘Escape from the Studio’ tour. And the big question of the night was would Korn be able to bring the same level of intensity to a smaller venue that they displayed two... Continue Reading →
