The Carmine Appice Interview (2024)
By Ralph Greco, Jr.
We certainly can attribute iconic rock star status to drummer Carmine Appice. He’s a founding member of both Vanilla Fudge and Cactus. He was also part...
Cactus | Temple of Blues – Influences & Friends – New Studio Release Review
World-renowned drummer Carmine Appice helms the ultimate tribute to his legendary rock band Cactus, with a new, all-star album from that band, add their friends, on Temple Of Blues...
CaveJam | May 25, 2024 | The Caverns | Pelham, TN – Concert Review...
Review by Shawn Perry
Photos by Erin Perry
The inaugural CaveJam took place over Memorial Day Weekend at The Caverns in Grundy County, Tennessee. Billed as a three-day camping festival with...
Yes | Talk (30th Anniversary Deluxe Box Set Edition) – Box Set Review
After Yes completed their all-hands-on-deck Union tour in 1992, record label mogul Phil Carson approached guitarist Trevor Rabin about recording a new Yes album for his Victory label. Carson...
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band | May 22, 2024 | The Venetian |...
Review & Photos by Joe Schaeffer
In the heart of Las Vegas, the Venetian was abuzz with anticipation as fans of all ages gathered to witness a musical legend —...
Little Feat | Sam’s Place – New Studio Release Review
When it comes to Little Feat’s Sam’s Place, their first new studio album in 12 years, there are a lot of firsts. It’s the first blues album by the...
The Doobie Brothers | Sibling Rivalry – Lost Gem
The Doobie Brothers have weathered enough styles and changes in personnel to deserve recognition as the sturdy and successful unit they are. Embracing an easy-going, country-infected stance that has...
Mr. Big | May 10, 2024 | Saban Theatre | Beverly Hills, CA –...
Review & Photos by Joe Schaeffer
The historic Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills reverberated with the electrifying sounds of Mr. Big. The iconic rock band, known for their fusion of...
Creedence Clearwater Revival | Cosmo’s Factory – Classic Commentary
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s fifth album, Cosmo’s Factory, was arguably the peak of the Bay Area band’s commercial run. It dented the number one spot on the charts for an...
Sister Rosetta Tharpe | Live In France: The 1966 Concert In Limoges – Live...
Sister Rosetta Tharpe isn’t exactly a name on the tip of everyone’s tongue. But if you have any interest in the origins of rock and roll, it’s a name...