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 →
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 →
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 →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Buffalo hasn't won a Stanley Cup or Super Bowl …yet, but we do have the best band in the world! Buffalo, NY – Last night at KeyBank Center, the Goo Goo Dolls reminded everyone why Buffalo will always be their kingdom. My wife and I had the honor of meeting up... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Batavia, NY – Legendary, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted vocalist Lou Gramm, best known as the original voice of Foreigner since the band’s formation in 1976, returned to Western New York for a powerful hometown performance at the Batavia Downs “2025 Summer Concert Series.” Before his meteoric rise with... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. photos of Kesha waiting for management approval Darien, NY—On a pleasantly cool Thursday evening, following three brutal days of 90-degree heat, the Darien Lake Performing Arts Center became ground zero for one of the most electric events of the summer: 'The Tits Out Tour.' With pop rebel Kesha at the helm,... Continue Reading →
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