Welcome to the Rock Interview Series. This is episode 139, recorded on January 29, 2026. For this feature, I’m joined by guitarist Denver Cooper of the legendary metal band Vicious Rumors. Vicious Rumors formed in 1979. The band currently consisted of founding member- guitarist Geoff Thorpe-lead guitar, Larry Howe -drums (since 1985), Robin Utbult -bass,... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Episode #137 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, I’m joined by Jason McMaster, vocalist of the Austin, TX–based hard rock band Dangerous Toys. Formed in 1987, the band released four studio albums between 1989 and 1995: “Dangerous Toys” (1989), “Hellacious Acres” (1991), “Pissed” (1994), and “The Rtist 4merly Known as Dangerous... Continue Reading →
. For Episode 136 of the Rock Interview Series, I sat down with guitarist Peter Stroud of the rising rock super‑group Close Enemies. This is my third feature on the band this year, and their momentum shows no signs of slowing. With Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith on bass, Tony Brock of The Babys on drums,... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. West Seneca, NY — Last Saturday evening, Boston hard rock band Bad Marriage—featuring Jonny Paquin (vocals), Mike Fitz (lead/rhythm guitar), Tommy Skeoch (lead/rhythm guitar, formerly of Tesla), Todd Boisvert (bass), and Michael Delaney (drums)—delivered a high‑energy headlining set at the Rockin’ Buffalo Saloon in West Seneca, NY. Known primarily as a... Continue Reading →
In the latest episode of the Rock Interview Series, host Thomas Orwat, Jr. sits down with virtuoso guitarist Sammy Boller. Recorded on November 21, 2025, the conversation dives into Sammy’s brilliant new all‑instrumental solo EP "Midnight Garden" and his whirlwind journey joining the Goo Goo Dolls on tour. Sammy recalls how quickly it all happened:... Continue Reading →
THOMAS S. ORWAT, JR. Goo Goo Dolls hometown shows raise $150,000 for FeedMore WNY Buffalo, NY – The iconic alternative rock band Goo Goo Dolls, led by vocalist/guitarist John Rzeznik and bassist Robby Takac, returned to their hometown on November 19 for the first of two charity concerts benefiting FeedMore WNY. Announced just 10 days... Continue Reading →
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