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Wheatus, the pop geniuses often overshadowed by their iconic hit “Teenage Dirtbag,” recently graced London with a spectacular performance. It’s safe to say that the world needs to appreciate their musical intricacies more. I mean, …
Who knew true crime could be a genre in music? Well, it is, and in the hands of Skynd, it’s seriously impressive. Skynd is an industrial rock duo known for their unique sound and haunting …
In 1993, I stumbled upon an advanced copy of Quicksand’s “Slip” featuring the standout track “Fazer.” The band, often likened to Helmet and Fugazi, distinguished itself with superior songwriting. Their music echoed the cohesion of …
When garage rock meets black-tie elegance, you get a performance that’s both raw and refined. That’s The Hives in a nutshell. Having reshaped garage rock over two decades, they recently electrified The Garage in north …
When Generation Sex took the stage, it was as if punk royalty came alive — from Billy Idol’s iconic voice to Paul Cook’s rhythmic mastery, Steve Jones’s electric guitar, and Tony James’s soulful bass. Though …
Fifty-six gigs, one festival, 200 plus bands photographed and one hell of a solid year for being creative. Not only did I get to check off some bucket list bands to shoot, including Nine …
It’s my final show of the year, and it was an incredible one. Night two of three sold-out shows from post punk legends The Cure at the equally impressive Wembly Arena; it was epic. What was initially …
His Lordship absolutely smashing it. Like Buddy Holly crossed with a Tasmanian Devil. Good God these guys were good. These guys are on a mission, to melt your face off.
How in the hell is it October already? I’ve had one hell of a great summer and photographed a ton of amazing bands, and discovered some incredible music along the way. I’ve spent a tremendous …
The Wildhearts are a true UK rock n roll treasure. What can be said about them that hasn’t been said before? They continue to persevere under any and all circumstances thrown at them wearing their …
The rock n roll renaissance men return in top form to deliver a raw, unapologetic sign of the times banger that goes beyond eleven. 21st Century Love Songs is available for pre-order now. This is …
Everyone chance I get to bring a film camera to a show I take it. The decision is really dependent on a few questions. Does the artist make sense to photograph with film vs …
I’m being escorted backstage with my camera to photograph Blink 182 at a sold-out O2 Arena gig in front of 20,000 screaming fans. I was walking through the concrete corridor where the biggest artists in …
Jason Bieler is prepared to release his long-awaited new solo album, “Songs For The Apocalypse” on January 22nd under the moniker JASON BIELER AND THE BARON VON BIELSKI ORCHESTRA. The guest list for the album …
“Hello London, thank you for coming… cough, cough,” Morrissey joked as he played what is the last show for a while at the legendary Wembley Arena and likely one of the final live music performances in all of …
PARIS, FRANCE | There’s something incredibly unique about Foals. If you ask one hundred different people how to describe their music, you’ll get 100 different answers. How many bands can say that—in a good way that is? I’ve …
What happens when you take the best of The Strokes, Clutch, The Clash, The Sex Pistols, Black Flag, and a touch of Fugazi, mix it all—and then set it on fire? You get the makings …
Part of James Walsh’s Pledge Music campaign was a unique opportunity to watch the Starsailor frontman record his new record live in the studio. Being the huge fan that I am, I jumped at the …
1989, it was a good year. The internet was born, the Berlin wall came down, Seinfeld was introduced, and Skid Row delivered their eponymous debut record. It’s hard to believe that it’s been 30 years since I first heard …
100,000 plus photos, 76 shows, hundreds of bands around the world: highlights from one year in the life of a concert photographer on a mission. 2018, what a year it’s been for gigs and …
Pale Divine was the biggest band in St. Louis in 1991. They seemed to be on the verge of mega-stardom. Then they signed to Atlantic Records and were doomed ever since. Signing to a major …
Is there a cooler fucking band on the planet than Black Rebel Motorcycle Club? I think not. These guys are the essence of rock n roll and eight albums into a steady and impressive near …
The first time I met Myles Kennedy was when he was on tour with his band The Mayfield Four back in 1998. The band was touring in support of their Epic Records debut Fallout, and they were starting …
Hooverphonic continues to be one of the most eclectic and versatile groups on the planet. Hailing from Belgium, the core duo of the group, Alex Callier and Raymond Geerts, are the essence of cool as they …
It’s been a while since I’ve seen a great metal show and the Trivium bill looked too good to pass up. How many other metal bands can maintain a twenty year plus career while keeping with …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 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 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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
“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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Becoming a rock n roll concert photographer was never a goal of mine. I was a writer and wanted to become more of a music connoisseur of sorts as I simply love to turn people …
Once again the Monsters of Rock Cruise over delivered with an epic voyage through the Bahamas with some of the best hard rock bands on the planet. There was so much going on this year that …
So it’s almost time for one of my favorite events of the year. The 2015 Monsters of Rock Cruise sets sail on April 18 out of Miami Florida. This will be my third time …
Yesterday Billboard hosted an interactive Q&A session with Beatles drummer, living legend peace and loving Ringo Starr. Kudos to Twitter Music, Wild About Music, Billboard and ultimately Ringo for putting together such a fun an innovative chat. …
It was a Saturday night back in 1991, my friends and I were all gathered around watching Headbangers Ball as we would do almost every weekend. That’s when it happened. Rikki Rachman, the host of …
There’s something happening in the world or rock n roll at the moment. It’s a revival of sorts, maybe a throwback, I’m not really sure yet but without sounding clichéd, it’s going to be the …
It’s really happening! Sol Invictus, Faith No More’s highly anticipated follow-up to Album of the Year, arrives on May 19 via Reclamation Recordings/Ipecac Recordings. “What I can say is that I think through our experience …
It was a beautiful spring day in Austin, Texas back in 2004 and I was on my way to pick up the Godmother of punk rock, the legendary Patti Smith. I was working for Sony …
It’s been quite a year for me in regards to photographing live music and I am still learning a lot along the way. In 2014 I’ve shot 150 bands in 5 cities including three days …
The year was 1988. I was fourteen and it was the beginning of my adolescent rebellious stage. It was the first time I had heard Slayer and my intro to the band was the song …
There are a few bands on this planet that are so unique you can identify their sound almost immediately. One of those bands is certainly Placebo. Formed in London in 1994 by singer-guitarist Brian Molko …
Rival Sons are the greatest rock n roll band on the planet right now. There, I said it. And I’m not the only one who supports this bold statement. The folks who witness this …
Portugal. The Man and Grouplove is a tour that should have happened long ago. Two incredibly talented bands that have built a following the “old fashioned” way; relentless touring, and epic live performances. These two …
The first and foremost thing an singer-songwriter can do is of course write good songs, the second is know exactly what type of artist they are and what they want to be known for. Nick …
Last week I was in Cleveland for a speaking gig at Content Marketing World. Every city I speak in I try to go see a show and photograph it for Rock N Roll Cocktail. I …
Faith No More, who reunited in 2009 for a series of sold out performances and international festivals, is currently recording their first full-length album since 1997’s Album of the Year. A limited edition (5000 copies) 7-inch …
San Francisco Slash fans got a special treat in the form of a last-minute surprise performance by the legendary top-hatted axe man. Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators are currently on tour with Aerosmith, but due …
Boston legends The Mighty Mighty Bosstones have been carrying the ska/ punk torch for more than 30 years. While they band did take a brief hiatus for a few years, they continue to keep their …
BRITISH ROCK BAND YOU ME AT SIX MAKE SUPER BOWL HALFTIME OFFER TO NFL BAND ISSUES OPEN LETTER TO BELEAGUERED LEAGUE Los Angeles, CA (August 21, 2014) – With headlines swirling about the NFL allegedly …
The original shock rocker Alice Cooper is on tour now with Motley Crue. The Crue has sadly cancelled all photogs from their shows, but Mr. Cooper allowed us to shoot front and center, and it was …
Chevelle is in the midst of their 2014 US tour and I was fortunate enough to catch the band’s recent sold out show here in San Francisco at the legendary Fillmore. Touring in support …
OK folks, let me preface this post by saying that this is a direct result of an artist taking a photo of mine, downloading it from my website, cropping out my watermark, lowering the quality, …
The hottest band in the world celebrates 40 years of spitting blood, fire, and rock n roll genius the only way they know how; with a show so over the top that attendance should be …
I did a double-take when I saw the flyer hanging up at a local venue a few weeks ago that read the Robin Zander Band would be playing at Slim’s (local SF club owned by …
“For the upcoming Tree of Stars tour, since people have not seen us play in so long, we want to be able to play a wide breadth of material from all three of our albums. Having an …
There’s a movement happening in the world of live music. A stripped down, less is more, giant wall of sound approach to rock n roll is making a comeback, and this time it’s ready for …
Cage the Elephant have come a long way since releasing their self-titled major label debut in 2008. This is a band that is evolving with each record and truly turning into an artist for the …
Joe Elliot is one of the most recognized and accomplished artists on the planet. As the voice of Def Leppard he’s led the band through triumph and tragedy to become one of the most successful …
The Monsters of Rock Cruise 2014 was epic in every way possible. In case you missed my previous posts you can check them out here as I reveal the top live music moments and the …
Semi Precious Weapons are primed and ready to take over the world with the release of their stunning new record “Aviation” hitting stores this week. I wouldn’t have exactly said this back in 2008 when …
On their way to this year’s Coachella festival, the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion brought their signature down and dirty, groovy blues-tastic extravaganza to Slims in downtown San Francisco. In a dark and sweaty club is …
Born in 1984 out of the ashes of the UK post-punk scene, The Cult are one of the few bands that successfully reinvent themselves while staying consistent to their roots. It’s a tough thing to …
The Monsters of Rock Cruise was chocked full of amazing guitarists, but the challenge was trying to capture each one of them in their element. Here are my top ten picks for the absolute …
Just got back to San Francisco after an epic four day Monsters of Rock Cruise 2014. This was one of the best rock n roll experiences ever and I took thousands of photos. This is …
2014 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee ACE FREHLEY will release SPACE INVADER, his first new solo album in five years, via Entertainment One Music (eOne Music) on June 24th, 2014. The album will …
Tool are currently in the midst of their first US tour in two years, steadily winding their way down the West Coast. I was lucky enough to catch sold out show number two at the …
The Monsters of Rock 2014 Cruise is only a few weeks away and I could not be more excited. This will be my second time on the voyage and the line up looks better than …
One of the all-time greatest metal musicians of all time will finally be immortalized with a tribute record fit for a god, a metal god that is. The long awaited Ronnie James Dio tribute record …
I grew up in a musical family. My father played guitar, my grandfather played, and so did my cousins. I remember family jam sessions happening in the basement of my grandparents’ house and I remember …
Jimmy Gnecco is one of the greatest American rock singers of all time in my opinion. His voice is unmatched in today’s over-bloated class of singer-songrwiters, and his talent remains under appreciated by the masses. But …
2013 has been a fabulous year for music, but much like every year before, chances are that you probably missed out on some of the best artists.The sheer volume of new music and all the …
It’s been one hell of a year for me here at Rock N Roll cocktail. I’ve shot over 200 live bands in 5 different states, interviewed some amazing artists, and even launched my own line …
The original masters of progressive metal, Fates Warning returned to San Francisco last week touring in support of their first studio record in over nine years. I remember seeing these guys on Headbanger’s Ball back …
One of the premier guitar aces of our lifetime, Richie Kotzen, has joined forces with drummer extraordinaire Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) and bass guitar god Billy Sheehan to form The Winery Dogs. You would think …
The first time I heard Megadeth I was around 14 or so. I saw their video for Peace Sells but Who’s Buying and immediately thought this would be the perfect soundtrack for my teenage rebellion …
Did you know that Mannheim Steamroller has three of the biggest selling holiday records of all time? (Gag.) What about the fact that the all time best selling holiday album is by Kenny G? (Double …
You know him as the voice of Cinderella, but you have never heard him quite like this. Tom Keifer released his first solo record this year and it’s been a long time coming. After selling 15 million …
The first thing that comes to mind when one mentions the name Johnny Marr is of course his legacy with The Smiths. Marr started the band back in 1982 and went on to release four …
Brick and Mortar are a drum and bass duo from Jersey, but they don’t play traditional Drum n Bass. It’s simply their instruments of choice. Singer and bassist Brandon Asraf and drummer John Tacon have …
The Avett Brothers closed out the summer concert series this past weekend at The America’s Cup Pavilion. It was the perfect ending to what turned out to be an epic race on the San Francisco …
Four decades long and still going strong, Primal Scream graced the stage at one of my favorite San Francisco venues this past weekend and blew some minds once again. Singer Bobby Gillespie and company have …
It was 1999 at the Glastonbury Festival in England and Travis were performing. It had been sunny for several hours before Fran Healy sung the first line from the song Why Does it Always …
The highly anticipated new Korn record Paradigm Shift hits stores today. I caught the band’s performance at the Aftershock festival in Sacramento and was lucky enough to catch Fieldy for a quick chat. I was …
Jimmy Eat World played to a jam packed Warfield Theater in front a perfect mix of hipsters and rock n roll enthusiasts both young and old. I have been following this band since their early …
The third annual Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival is currently pummeling its way across the US, and I was lucky enough to catch the show in the middle of the desert during the Albuquerque stop at the Isleta …
Fun. It’s not only the name of the band, it’s more like a mantra. But it hasn’t always been this easy for the Phoenix native Nate Ruess and his band Fun who seemingly broke out …
God save the queen of rock ‘n’ roll. Courtney Love played a blistering 17-song set list that was everything a fan could hope for. This is a remarkable woman who has led an even more …
It was certainly girl power night at the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco as Best Coast took the stage to entertain a room full of inspired fans. The Los Angeles duo of Bethany Cosentino and Bobb …
You know him as the voice of Cinderella, but you have never heard him quite like this. Tom Keifer released his first solo record this year and it’s been a long time coming. After selling …
Bring On The Rock N Roll Summer Summertime and the livings easy… not quite. So the other day I am pulling together some songs for what I like to call my ultimate summertime playlist. I …
When I was a kid listening to KISS back in the 70’s I truly thought these guys had magical powers. And why wouldn’t I right? There were absolutely no photos of KISS without makeup and …
Dear Domino Records, First off let me say how big of a fan I am, I think the roster on your label is truly top notch. The reason I am writing to you is that …
Music can act as a time machine of sorts by transporting the listener back to a certain place almost instantaneously. Now, whether or not that’s a good thing depends on the memory. When it happens …
Las Vegas by way of Utah radio darlings Imagine Dragons are the band behind two of the biggest charting songs of 2013; “It’s Time” and “Radioactive”. You may not know the name but you surely …
Trevor Dunn may be the new guy in Tomahawk, but his long history with the post-rock supergroups eclectic frontman Mike Patton is certainly enough to make him feel right at home. Led by ex-Jesus Lizard …
When the Afghan Whigs dissolved in 2001, they were at the top of their game. Whigs mastermind Greg Dulli was writing songs that were simply beyond the comprehension of MTV and many modern rock radio …
Rival Sons are going to save rock n roll. Why is rock n roll in need of saving you ask? Because there is no one doing it well. Kings of Leon started off on the …
New York post-hardcore rockers Quicksand hit back hard after a 13-year absence, sounding better than ever. Walter Schreifels and company were in top form playing to a jam-packed Regency Ballroom in San Francisco last Monday. …
Keane and Youngblood Hawke together on one stage. One band delivers the best album of 2012, and another is poised to launch their debut album in 2013 alongside a cornucopia of buzz. Both bands are …
Somehow, I almost completely missed this band. Probably because Pitchfork named their latest LP Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming as their number three album of the year. M83 are a French electronic shoegaze band that has …
A few years ago, I struck vinyl gold while living in Dallas, TX. A friend of mine from Good Records, Chris Penn aka DJ Cee Pee, put together two boxes of hand-picked metal records for me. He had just …
A few years ago I struck vinyl gold while living in Dallas, TX. A friend of mine from Good Records (Chris Penn aka DJ Cee Pee), put together two boxes of hand picked metal records …
There are very few bands from the US, let alone the world, who can write the type of gloriously over-the-top, take your breath away rock anthems made popular by world class acts such as Muse, …
Ozzy Osbourne – Blizzard of Ozz (Legacy Edition) – Ozzy’s best selling album to date gets a much needed makeover. In 1986, bassist Bob Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake sued Osbourne for unpaid royalties, …
A few years ago I struck vinyl gold while living in Dallas, TX. A friend of mine from Good Records (Chris Penn aka DJ Cee Pee), put together two boxes of hand picked metal records for me. He …
I’d like to think that I know a thing or two about a good dive bar; I used to play in an 80s hair metal band, had my share of break ups, and I enjoy …
Me in 1984 – Age 10 1984, the Apple Macintosh was introduced, the Olympics were in Sarajevo, crack was introduced into Los Angeles, and I turned ten years old. Now I am not sure what …
Welcome to 2011, the year of, well we are not really sure what’s going to happen with the troubled music industry. What we do know is that there are some highly anticipated records due to …
2010 was yet another dismal year for record sales. In the United States, sales plummeted a jaw dropping 12.8 percent. With that being said, there is no shortage of great music out there, you just …
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Inspiration is something that can easily be lost unless you are reminded from time to time. I have recently been coming up short again and again when searching for new music that gets me excited …
Why A Platinum Selling Band Is No Longer Selling Platinum In this day and age of a beaten and battered traditional music business model, platinum selling artists are quickly becoming extinct. Selling over one million …
Megadeth is arguably one of the greatest metal bands of all time with worldwide sales of 25 million and 8 Grammy nods. Currently the band is on tour celebrating the 20th anniversary …
Dirty Dishes; Making Shoegazing Cool Again Although I have never been to Boston before, I am quite aware of the city’s significant contributions to the music scene from The Pixies and Buffalo Tom to an …
So this story starts at age 10. I see dudes in make-up screaming “I Wanna Rock”, “We’re Not Gonna Take It” all while defying authority and tearing things up. This of course changed my life, …
The band Paper Tongues are going to be superstars. That’s a bold statement to open up with, but I have no doubt that it will soon become fact. This seven piece electro rock band …
Instrumental in the formation of the early 80’s hard rock and glam metal scene, RATT has sold over 20 million records worldwide. That is an incredible number for a hard rock artist and pretty much …
What do I remember about the 80s? Insane fashion, fantastic movies, and going to the record store to buy some of the coolest records ever. Nowadays the anticipation of going to buy a record …
In this day and age of a beaten and battered traditional music business model, platinum selling artists are quickly becoming extinct. Selling over 1 million units of a single album can take years if not …
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Romantic First Dance Song Suggestions So wedding season is again in full effect and I myself going to more weddings during the next few months than I would ultimately like to. With that in …
Bring On The Rock N Roll Summer Summertime and the livings easy… not quite. So the other day I am pulling together some songs for what I like to call my ultimate summertime playlist. …
The current dating scene can be quite a challenge for even the most successful and charismatic people. I thought it would be interesting to share some insight that I have gained during …
Interviewing rock musicians can be fun and entertaining to say the least. I was never supposed to be a journalist, but instead sort of fell into the role for my love of music and being …
Being a big fan of 80s Hair Metal I always loved seeing each band attempt to be sappier than the next with their signature “Power Ballad”. Here I break down the essentials needed to make …
Seminal British 2 Tone Ska revival band The English Beat had a string of hit singles in the early 80s including classics such as “Mirror In The Bathroom” and “Save It For Later”. Singer/ songwriter/ …
A sneak preview of my upcoming candid, and highly entertaining feature, from one of the best interviews I have done. Full interview coming tomorrow. In the meantime enjoy a highlight; one of the many fantastic stories and …
In my continuing series of Songs That Should Have Been Hits, I focus this week on the undeniably catchy genre of Electrohouse, Dance-Punk Synth-pop, or whichever you prefer to call it. Either way here are …
Before the internet came along many many years ago, there were of course a lot less choices and fewer options for discovering music and new artists in general. As commercial radio waves get crowded with …
Ozzy is a true living legend and the godfather of heavy metal music having sold over 30 million albums in the US alone. All of the excitement brewing this year with the release of his …
T. Rex – Electric Warrior (Reprise) Released: September 24, 1971 So I remember buying this cassette tape when I was 14 or so after hearing the classic track “Bang A Gong (Get It On)” …
Records Stores, Blogs, Streams, Twitter, whichever way you get your music; here are ten of the best songs out there right now that everyone should be able to agree on. Let the fantastic-ness begin. 1. …
Van Halen on Guitar Hero, Hot Tub Time Machine coming to theaters next month, and vinyl records peaking in sales for the first time in two decades, are just a couple of the retro pop …
10 Essential Greatest Hits Albums In many cases it may still be necessary to avoid the “Greatest Hits” from a particular artist and stick with their individual albums as they were “intended” to be …
Ultimate Bachelor Party Music Playlist – Best Bachelor Party Songs With wedding season quickly approaching, couples everywhere are planning for their perfect day; they will exchange vows, present a ring, and celebrate with friends and …
Our Lady Peace Begin Again and Burn Burn Ever So Brightly Our Lady Peace returns in true form with their latest studio album Burn Burn. The Canadian foursome best known for their signature alt-rock …
It was July 2, 1991, just two weeks before my 17th birthday. I was at Riverport Amphitheater in Maryland Heights, Missouri, just outside of St. Louis. Skid Row had just finished an amazing set …
20 Songs To Get Her In The Mood: Making the perfect playlist aphrodisiac: So we can all relate back to the scene in Fast Times at Ridgemont High when Damone is schooling Rat on what …
Making a play list for your Halloween party can be quite the undertaking. I have painstakingly searched the depths of hell to find the most evil music possible without having to turn to the mutilated …
Tinted Windows – Your New Favorite Supergroup. By Jason A. Miller Tinted Windows is not your ordinary rock super group. An all-start band, the ensemble consists of guitarist James Iha, previously of The Smashing …
Top Punk Albums of All Time Emerging as a new musical movement in the mid 1970’s, Punk Rock was a revolt against the perceived excess of mainstream 70’s rock. It is characterized by short, fast, …
9/9/09 sees the long overdue extreme makeover for the entire Beatles catalog. As fans rush to purchase the newly remastered classic albums,which sound better than ever I might add, here are some fun facts laid …
10 Hair Raising Hair Metal Albums So last week I went out on a date with someone who turns out to be the ex-girlfriend of a famous “Hair Metal” bands drummer. The conversation really took …
Living Things – Habeas Corpus (Zomba) – Eclectic front man Lillian Berlin along with his two siblings and childhood friend deliver what could easily be one of the most entertaining albums of the year. A …
