An Interview with Frank DiMino of Angel
Donning an all-white wardrobe and often hiding behind his signature round sunglasses, Frank DiMino was one of the most identifiable and charismatic frontmen of the 1970s.
Retrospective Reviews: KISS’ Revenge (1992)
As for Revenge, while ranking KISS’ studio albums proves difficult, I can safely say that it’s top-five, perhaps even top-three, and aside from maybe Creatures of the Night, Revenge is handily KISS’ heaviest record, and definitely, its nastiest. Retrospectively, Revenge has got all of the ingredients required for a great KISS album, more so, it’s got all the ingredients for a great album in general. I will always remember this record fondly, and on the album’s 30th anniversary, I say cheers to all those involved in creating it, you did well here, and that’s something I think fans of all shapes and sizes can agree with.
A Hypothetical Evening with Van Halen, Van Hagar & Joe Satriani
I suppose it all depends on the perspective you take. If you take it for what it’s purported to be – a celebration of Eddie and Van Halen’s legacy – it could be fun. On the other hand, if you take it for what it may well be – an obvious cash-grab, and complete bastardization of a once-great band, by a group of players who together have no business calling themselves “Van Halen,” or “Van Hagar” – you might have different feelings on the matter entirely.
An Interview with Bryce ‘Lipz’ Mileto of Sisters Doll
Recently, I caught up with Bryce ‘Lipz’ Mileto of burgeoning throwback rock outfit, Sisters Doll. Among other things, we touch on Bryce’s origins on the drums, the formation, and evolution of Sisters Doll, touring with Bruce Kulick, the band’s KISS fandom, their upcoming run of US dates, sharing the stage with Peter Criss, and a whole lot more.
An Interview with Georg Dolivo of Rhino Bucket
Recently, I dug in for a quick chat with veteran rocker, Georg Dolivo, the proverbial founder, and leader of Rhino Bucket. Among other things, we touch on Georg’s origins, the formation of Rhino Bucket, the band’s trials and tribulations, and what’s on tap moving forward.
An Interview with Leather Leone of Rude Girl & Chastain
Recently, I caught up with heavy metal firestorm, Leather Leone. Among other things, we touch on how Leather is kicking off 2022, the formation of Rude Girl, joining Chastain, her twenty-year musical hiatus, stepping back into the limelight, and a whole lot more.
An Interview with Todd Poole of Roxy Blue
The pantheon of rock and metal music has served as a litmus test for a great many rock soldiers who have come and gone. While many remain relegated, the recent groundswell of nostalgia and reverence for the bygone eras of rock music has given some credence to rise again. Todd Poole of Roxy Blue is one of those soldiers.
An Interview with Robin McAuley of Black Swan & The Michael Schenker Group
Recently, I dug in for a quick chat with veteran frontman, Robin McAuley regarding Black Swan’s latest effort, Generation Mind. Among other things, we touch on how Black Swab is kicking off 2022, Robin’s formative years and influences, the formation of Black Swan, the group’s innate chemistry, and a whole lot more.
An Interview with Kent Stump of Wo Fat
Recently, I caught up with Kent Stump of veteran doom outfit, Wo Fat. Among other things, we touch on Wo Fat’s most recent record, The Singularity, Kent’s musical origins, his thoughts on the industry, what’s next, and a whole lot more.
Rock Steady: East Coast Rockers Heavens Edge Primed for Revival
In the middle of Heavens Edge’s spirited hour-long set at last weekend’s M3 Rock Festival, frontman Mark Evans made a newsworthy announcement as he gathered himself before a captivated crowd.