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• 03.10.10
  Interview with Rich Williams of Kansas Interview | (0)

  By: Justin R. Beckner, Rock Concerts Correspondent Rich Williams is too modest to tell you himself, but he is one of the greatest and most enduring guitarists of his generation. Kansas has been together and touring for 40 years now and unlike most bands of that era who still tour, they still have the original core of the band. I remember the first time I saw Kansas, it was at a festival in Northern Minnesota and I was blown away by Rich’s guitar playing. I found myself wondering why they weren’t headlining the festival. This summer Kansas is United in Rock ...
• 01.25.10
  Danko Jones Interview Interview | (1)

  By: Justin R. Beckner, Rock Concerts Contributor The road is no stranger to Danko Jones, a power rock trio who have been relentlessly touring throughout the world for years. Rock Concerts Contributor Justin Beckner had a chance to catch up with the band's frontman and namesake Danko Jones on opening night of the 2010 Guns N' Roses Tour in Winnipeg, Canada where they played to a nearly sold out MTS Centre. In a music business that on the surface appears to be built around commercialization, Jones has a refreshing approach. "As far as marketing a band and making a band famous, I ...
• 11.24.09
  Kelly Hansen Interview Interview | (0)

  Sometimes in life, an opportunity arises that's simply too good to pass up. Just ask Kelly Hansen, who landed the job that most people can only fantasize about - lead singer in a famous rock band. "It almost feels like we're cheating," his bandmate in Foreigner jokes. "We get to play all hit songs, there's just too many great songs for every show," adds Hansen. And he's right - the list of hits that includes smashes like "Hot Blooded", "Urgent", and "Cold As Ice" seems almost as endless as the parade of fans lining up all around the world to hear ...
• 10.12.09
  Don Dokken Interview Exclusive Interview | (5)

  What is it that makes a singer more than just a person behind a microphone? Maybe it's the attitude, the delivery, or that audience connection. Whatever it is that separates the good from the great, one thing is clear: Don Dokken has it. His distinct singing and writing style, coupled with his on stage persona and off stage candor have long set him apart from other singers of the era and given him recognition today as a legendary rock vocalist. With 11 studio albums to his credit and thousands of live shows under his belt, Don has nothing to prove. ...
• 09.29.09
  Lita Ford Interview Interview | (0)

  It seems as if all is right once again in the world of rock music. Lita Ford is back in concert and in the studio with a new album. An industrious force not only in the rock world, but also in her own family, Lita knows a thing or two about balancing a work load. Her first album in fifteen years will be released in just a week, but there's more - a comic book, a video game, and a movie are also in the works. In this interview, Lita discusses her re-entry into the world of music, the writing ...
• 06.28.09
  Tommy DeCarlo Interview Interview | (4)

  Tommy DeCarlo grew up listening to the Boston classics, so when the Utica native took off his orange Home Depot apron and stepped behind the microphone for a 54 date tour as a lead singer for his favorite band last year, it was a rock dream come true that landed headlines across the world. He soon impressed fans and critics alike with his vocal talent, and his genuine love for the music he sang made him a fast crowd favorite. What first came as an idea to pay tribute to the late Boston singer Brad Delp developed into a new ...
• 05.22.09
  Tommy James Interview Interview | (1)

  With over 100 millions records sold, countless successful tours, and a far-reaching fan base, Tommy James is the very definition of a rock icon. His timeless songs have been covered by over 300 artists, and have been the source of inspiration for even more. A new book, film, and even a reunion of his original band, the Shondells, are all pulling together to keep him busy and it was a true privilege to have this chat. Just a short glimpse of what Tommy discussed follows: On Roulette Records: "...Most of the fans really didn’t know what was going on with us ...
• 04.30.09
  Interview with Bill Leverty Interview | (4)

  I recently spoke with solo artist and FireHouse guitarist Bill Leverty about the past and present of his band, the state of the concert scene, and future releases. As he balances recording and touring with a band, forging a solo career, and having a family, Bill is certainly one of the busiest musicians out there. I was very happy to have the chance to talk to him and the interview was a lot of fun. Here's an excerpt of what Bill had to say: On a new FireHouse record: The feeling that we all have is that we don’t want to ...
• 03.20.09
  Friday Concert Update Interview, Rock News | (0)

  It's been a very exciting week in concert news to say the least. More announcements have been made, and today one of the biggest female stars from the '80s rock scene has been confirmed for an appearance at the Moondance Jam on July 17: Lita Ford. She began her music career early in the 1980s, but it wasn't until 1988 when her career exploded thanks to the hit album Lita, and its two major singles which both became MTV staples: "Kiss Me Deadly", which is arguably her most popular song, and "Close My Eyes Forever" - a duet with Ozzy ...

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