How I Discovered The Musical Genius of Ginger Wildheart
The second to last show of the year for me in 2017 ended with a bang. I’ve seen Ginger Wildheart in multiple incarnations (The Wildhearts, Hey Hello, solo, etc.) but this was the …
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Top 17 of 2017 – Rock N Roll Cocktail’s Best Shows of the Year
What a year it’s been for me here in the UK. 52 gigs, 102 bands, countless venues, hours and hours of editing, numerous beers and shots of whiskey across several European countries, and the …
Myles Kennedy Release Video for “YEAR OF THE TIGER” From His Solo Debut Album coming in 2018
Coming on the heels of the recent announcement of his debut solo album Year Of The Tiger, Myles Kennedy has released the video for the title track. “Year Of The Tiger” premiered on Kennedy’s newly created YouTube …
Punk Rock Royalty The Professionals Return with Brilliant New Record
The Sex Pistols are the most important punk rock band of all time; I even put them above The Clash which tends to get me into quite a few arguments that could otherwise easily be …
Exclusive Photos of WASP Live from the 25th Anniversary Crimson Idol UK Tour
In 1992 W.A.S.P. released “The Crimson Idol”. It’s the story of Jonathan Aaron Steele, an abused child looking for love. Discovering music years later, he rises to international superstardom. Later followed by a catastrophic fall. 2017 marks …
How I’m building a life as a photographer on LinkedIn
Life as a photographer fuses creative expression with entrepreneurial hustle – and LinkedIn is a great place to make it happen In my non-B2B marketing life, I’m a concert photographer. It’s something I’m very passionate …
The Struts Deliver a Homecoming Show for the Ages at the Electric Ballroom
Here’s something you don’t see every day—a UK band that’s much more well-known in the States than their home country. I’m talking about English glam rock band The Struts. Being a fan of all things glam …
NEW QUICKSAND ALBUM INTERIORS TO BE RELEASED ON NOVEMBER 10 ON EPITAPH
New York City post-hardcore band Quicksand are pleased to announce the upcoming release of Interiors, their first album in 22 years. Interiors features the band’s original (and only) lineup of drummer Alan Cage, frontman/guitarist Walter Schreifels, bassist Sergio …
Prong’s Tommy Victor Talks New Record, Major Label Bullsh*t, Chris Cornell and Unusual Fan Requests
The first time I heard Prong was back in 1990 on Headbanger’s Ball.The song was called “Beg to Differ,” and it was pretty much the coolest thing I had heard since discovering thrash metal. But this was …
Spoon are Brilliant as ever on new LP and London Kentish Town Performance
Spoon is a very special type of band, one that has to be heard just once to recognize and celebrate their genius. Watching this band perform live begs the question, how on earth does any band write …
Blink 182 Remind London why we Love Pop Punk
I’m not sure I’ve ever taken Blink 182 seriously, and that’s probably what the band wants. The southern California trio has built an impressive career bringing their unique brand of pop punk to the masses, and it’s …
KISS and the Dives: Kings of the Nighttime World Exclusive Live shots from the O2
This is the sixth time I’ve seen the self-proclaimed “hottest band in the land,” and for me it really does get better with each show. I would go see these guys every night of the …
15 Epic Moments from the Monsters of Rock Cruise 2017
Another year, another EPIC Monsters of Rock Cruise. This year was a bit different for me because instead of running around like a crazy person trying to shoot each and every band, I was …
17 Epic Photos of Faster Pussycat on the Monsters of Rock Cruise
As I prepare to embark on my 5th Monsters of Rock Cruise, I’ve been archiving thousands of photos from the previous years. The first time I went was back in 2012 and to be honest, …
Rock N Roll Cocktail’s Top 16 Shows of 2016
I’ve seen close to 100 bands play across the world in 2016. Some of them mindblowing and there were a few duds along the way, but all of them were certainly worth a shot. …
Rock n Roll Cocktail’s 50 Best Concert Photos of 2016
It’s been one hell of a year for me in regards to concert photography. Five years in and I’m still completely obsessed with getting the perfect shot. I’ve come a long way in regards to my …
Starsailor Live Shots from The Indigo at the O2 12/14/16
Starsailor return to London for the Out in the Fields Winter Tour and it’s one of the best performances of the year. Along with the greatest hits, they included two stellar new songs. James Walsh’s …
Biffy Clyro Close out UK Tour with a Show for the Ages
Having moved to the UK only a few months ago Biffy Clyro has always been on my radar, but after an awakening of sorts last night, I have now seen the light. It absolutely blows …
The Damned Celebrate 40 Years of Proper Punk Rock at the Brixton Academy
What better way for me to see my first live Damned show than to see the band in their hometown at the legendary Brixton Academy. They’re touring with a two hour set that opens with …
The Dead Daisies Make Some Noise at the Electric Ballroom
The Dead Daisies took over Camden’s Electric Ballroom for an old school rock n roll show that is truly one of a kind these days. Touring in support of their third album Make Some Noise, …
THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Unleash “Symptom Of Terminal Illness” Single
The end of The Dillinger Escape Plan may be nigh, but the progressive metal pioneers are going out in a blaze of glory. Dubbed ‘Among The Greatest Of All Time’ byMetalsucks and one of ‘10 …
Slayer, Anthrax, and Death Angel Kick off North America Tour with a BANG
Slayer and Anthrax touring together—who would have ever thought? These were, and continue to be, two very different bands with limited crossover potential. Slayer pushes the very boundaries of heavy metal, guided by satanic …
AC/DC with Axl Rose Are the Real F’n Deal
When Axl Rose was rumored to be auditioning for AC/DC earlier this year, I thought it was the most insane thing I had ever heard before. Then it became a reality and I ate my …
Queensryche Bring Condition Human to London’s O2 Islington
Queensryche made a triumphant return to London with an epic headlining performance at the O2 Academy Islington over the weekend. This is the fourth time I’ve seen the band live over the past couple of …
Ginger Wildheart, Ryan Hamilton & Hey! Hello! Light up the Brooklyn Bowl – Exclusive Photos
One of the best lineups of 2016 took to the glorious stage at the Brooklyn Bowl London this weekend to deliver a rock n roll spectacle. All three band’s featured iconic singer-songwriter Ginger Wildheart in …
Glen Matlock Celebrates 40 Years of Punk Rock at the Brooklyn Bowl London
It’s a fantastic time to be living in London as the birthplace of punk is currently in the midst of celebrating 40 years of the industries most outlandish musical heritage. As an expat who’s been …
The 2016 Metal Hammer Golden Gods Recap: A Visual Journey
The 2016 Metal Hammer Golden God Awards took place on Monday night at the legendary Eventim Appolo (formerly the Hammersmith Appolo). Rock n Roll Cocktail was on hand to capture it all; from the arrivals …
Space Dazzle on 20th Anniversary of the Classic 90s Masterpiece “Spiders”
My first day arriving as an official expat in London and much to my surprise I find out that one of my favorite band’s from the late 90s, Space, is playing across the street at …
Twin Cities Lo-Fi Troubadoors Night Moves Mesmerize with Stellar New Album
The band that delivered my favorite album of 2013 returns and gives a huge middle finger to the concept of the sophomore slump. Night Moves first album was a brilliant breath of fresh air during …
Behemoth Perform The Satanist In its Entirety, and it’s Spectacularly Evil
When I was a teenager growing up in the midwest I would to go to the record store and see out the most evil, sinister looking metal album covers that would surely piss off …
Band of Skulls Premiere Killer New Track “So Good”
“So Good,” the latest song to be revealed off Band of Skulls’ upcoming new album By Default, is streaming now. The track sees bassist and vocalist Emma Richardson take lead vocal and further displays the …
Ace Frehley; Back in a Serious New York Groove at B.B. Kings
So I’m in New York City for a speaking gig at a marketing conference called ClickZ Live and Ace Frehley is playing down the street at BB Kings in Times Square. Having just witnessed the …
Foals Destroy the Observatory with Dazzling Post Coachella Show
So, I used to have a bit of a problem with Foals. They have a very unique rule for photographers—instead of the customary first three no flash, they opt for the last three no flash. …
Megadeth Return with a Juggernaut of a Live Show (Live Review & Exclusive Photos)
Megadeth just put every metal band on notice as they reclaim their rightful place as the world’s state of the art speed metal band with the release of their brilliant new album Dystopia. But this …
16 Epic Moments on the 2016 Monsters of Rock Cruise
This was my fourth time on the Monsters of Rock Cruise and I have to say this was the absolutely best so far. THE one to be on in my opinion. The boat itself was …
10 Bands You Probably Missed in 2015 (And NEED to See in 2016)
Every year I pull together a list of the most amazing bands/ artists that I saw the previous year that absolutely blew my mind in one way or another. Sometimes they were opening for a …
Rock n Roll Cocktail’s 45 Best Concert Photos of 2015
It’s been one hell of a year for me in regards to concert photography. Four years in and I’m still completely obsessed with getting the perfect shot. I’ve come a long way in regards to my …
Mikky Ekko – The Best Pop Singer-Songwriter on the Planet (At the Moment)
As we wrap up 2015 I can’t help but notice how pop music is in such a boring mundane place. Especially after watching the American Music Awards a few weeks ago and the recent predictable …
The Foo Fighters Blow the Roof Off of Shoreline, Even with a Broken Leg
Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic was at Foo Fighters show earlier this month and claimed via Twitter that Dave Grohl and company are “The Best Band In the World!” After seeing the show live for myself last …
21 EPIC Photos of Taking Back Sunday LIVE
One of the most memorable bands I’ve photographed over the years is Taking Back Sunday. Their live shows are explosive, unpredictable and never cease to amaze. Of all the bands to emerge from the early …