Welcome to episode #155 of the Rock Interview Series, recorded on August 30, 2026. For this episode, Robby Takac, bassist, songwriter, and co‑founder of the Goo Goo Dolls, joins me as the band celebrates its 40th anniversary. Four decades in, the Goo Goo Dolls are experiencing one of the strongest waves of popularity in their... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Buffalo, NY — The mighty Black Label Society (BLS), led by former Ozzy Osbourne guitar legend Zakk Wylde, delivered an all-out sonic assault to a nearly sold‑out audience at Buffalo RiverWorks on Wednesday night. This stop marked the second date of their “Engines of Demolition” tour, supporting the band’s first studio... Continue Reading →
Jo Dee Messina Brings an Epic Finish to the Batavia Downs Summer Concert Series THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Batavia, NY — Country music superstar Jo Dee Messina, a two‑time Grammy nominee, performed the final concert of the "Batavia Downs Summer Concert Series 2026" on Friday night, drawing an impressive‑sized crowd for her 90‑minute set. The... Continue Reading →
Welcome to episode #152 of the Rock Interview Series, recorded on July 14th, 2026. For this episode, I’m joined by legendary guitarist Vinnie Moore. During this conversation, we dig into Vinnie’s upcoming tour supporting Adrian Vandenberg’s My Whitesnake Years — a trek that will feature Vinnie performing alongside bassist Marco Mendoza. We also revisit Vinnie’s... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Batavia, NY – Batavia, NY – On a beautiful summer evening last Friday, Quiet Riot headlined the second show of this season’s Batavia Downs ‘Rockin’ the Summer Concert Series’. Fans filled the racetrack, ready to enjoy a performance from one of rock music's most loved bands. With an impressive 2.5 million... Continue Reading →
Welcome to episode #151 of the Rock Interview Series, recorded on July 7, 2026. For this episode, Bass player, songwriter, and author Rudy Sarzo is the special guest. Rudy’s six-decade career includes being an integral part with Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Dio, and Blue Öyster Cult, making him one of the most respected musicians... Continue Reading →
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