In the latest episode of the Rock Interview Series, host Thomas Orwat, Jr. sits down with virtuoso guitarist Sammy Boller. Recorded on November 21, 2025, the conversation dives into Sammy’s brilliant new all‑instrumental solo EP "Midnight Garden" and his whirlwind journey joining the Goo Goo Dolls on tour. Sammy recalls how quickly it all happened:... Continue Reading →
Richie Stotts – ex- The Plasmatics – Exclusive Interview 10/30/2025
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 →
Michael Sweet – Stryper – Exclusive Interview – 10/31/2025
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 →
Gary Numan: From “Cars” to Crash and Rebuild
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 →
Tom Keifer , Close Enemies -featuring Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith – West-Herr Riviera Theater, North Tonawanda NY – 10/2/2025
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 →
Trace Foster – Close Enemies – Rock Interview Series – 09-18-2025
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 →
