Rocking Through Five Decades: An Interview with John Gallagher of Raven In the latest episode of The Rock Interview Series, host Thomas Orwat Jr. welcomes John Gallagher, bassist and vocalist of the legendary metal band Raven, for an insightful conversation. This special episode, aired on January 17, 2025, celebrates Raven's remarkable 50-year journey in the... Continue Reading →
Rock music fans are buzzing with excitement as the new supergroup Close Enemies prepares to release their debut single, "Sound of a Train," on January 17th. Close Enemies features legendary bassist Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith, drummer Tony Brock (Rod Stewart band, The Babys), guitarist Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow band), guitarist Trace Foster, and vocalist Chasen... Continue Reading →
Phil Soussan Reflects on His Time with the Vince Neil Band in 1992In a recent interview, bassist /songwriter Phil Soussan provided a glimpse into his experience with the Vince Neil group in 1992, shedding light on the challenges and personal dynamics that shaped his tenure. Soussan's reflections reveal a complex interplay of personalities and unforeseen... Continue Reading →
During a recent interview by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. with Phil Soussan, the former Ozzy bass player reflected on Metallica's iconic 1986 tour with Ozzy Osbourne. In 1986, the heavy metal world experienced a seismic shift when Metallica, then on the brink of becoming a global phenomenon, opened for Ozzy during his "Ultimate Sin" tour.... Continue Reading →
In a recent interview by Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series podcast, Marc Storace, the iconic vocalist of the Swiss rock band Krokus, shared his thoughts on the early criticism that Krokus was merely a clone of AC/DC. Storace reflected on the band's reaction to such comparisons and how they navigated the... Continue Reading →
During a recent interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr, of the Rock Interview Series- Danny Stag, guitarist of the band Kingdom Come, opened up about the criticism his band faced for being labeled as a Led Zeppelin clone band. Stag expressed that, in hindsight, the band should have embraced the comparison as a compliment. “We... Continue Reading →
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