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Greg Steele Interview Faster Pussycat

April 30, 2021August 21, 2021 vfaubert

It was back in July 1987 when an L.A. group called Faster Pussycat released their debut album. A lot has happened to the group since then. They’ve toured with Guns n Roses, Ace Frehley, Alice Cooper, Y & T and David Lee Roth. Faster Pussycat has literally taken their act around the world. But. they’re back! With a new album. Wake Me When It’s Over (Elektra Asylum Records) and a new tour, with Motley Crue. Faster Pussycat just returned to the U.S. following a sold-out European tour and sales of…

Ronnie Montrose Interview

April 30, 2021May 4, 2021 vfaubert

When you think of rock ‘n roll you think of Ronnie Montrose. From a city that’s given us the Grateful Dead, Country Joe McDonald, and Jefferson Airplane – Ronnie Montrose is a real standout. He’s toured and recorded with Van Morrison, Edgar Winter, and Boz Scaggs. In ’73 he put together his own group “Montrose” which lasted 3 years and 4 albums. Now he’s back, with his new group – “Gamma,” on Elektra/ Asylum Records. Q – Has the current music business slowdown affected you? A – No, that’s strictly…

Michael Stipe Interview R.E.M

April 30, 2021 vfaubert

Two years ago, R.E.M. was playing parties and clubs in their hometown of Athens, Ga. A lot has happened to them since then. They’ve toured up and down the East Coast landing the opening slot for the Gang Of Four Tour and won unanimous praise from critics around the country. Several record labels had been interested in the group, but it was finally I.R.S. Records who inked them to a recording deal this past May. Lead singer Michael Stipe talks about R.E.M. Q – How far away is Athens from…

Ozzy Osbourne Interview

April 30, 2021April 30, 2021 vfaubert

Outrageous. Controversial. Outspoken. That best describes Ozzy Osbourne. For eleven years Ozzy was featured as lead singer for Black Sabbath, then last year he left. On his own now with a group called “Blizzard of Ozz” and a debut album on Jet Records, Ozzy made a stopover in Syracuse. His concert performance here was nothing less than sensational. He’s been called the King of Heavy Metal, and rightly so. Here’s our talk with the King – Ozzy Osbourne. Q – How did it feel when you left Black Sabbath? A…

Bruce Dickinson Interview Iron Maiden

April 30, 2021 vfaubert

Riding high in the charts with their latest album, “The Number Of The Beast” (Capitol Records), England’s Iron Maiden is taking America by storm! Their new show is the biggest yet, with a specially designed set, a huge P.A. and lighting rigs, and a host of outrageous effects. Lead singer Bruce Dickinson recently chatted with us about Iron Maiden’s success. Q – You had some difficulties with this last album of yours, equipment breakdowns, and your producer being involved in an automobile crash. Do you really believe it had anything…

Brian Vollmer Interview Helix

April 30, 2021 vfaubert

Canada continues to export some of the best rock around today. Their latest contribution to the world of rock is “Helix.” Signed to Capitol Records, Helix has been touring the world with such acts as “Kiss,” “Heart.” Ronnie James Dio, Motorhead, Quarterflash, and Meatloaf. We caught up with “Helix” recently, at the Palace Theatre in Albany, NY. where they opened for “Black Sabbath.” Lead singer Brian Vollmer did the talking. Q – Brian, why do you think this year’s Grammy Awards did not recognize the contribution of “heavy metal” to…

Bobby Durango Interview Delta City Rebels

April 30, 2021April 30, 2021 vfaubert

Few groups are able to take L.A. by storm. “Delta City Rebels” is one group that succeeded. In just 9 months, they landed a recording contract with Geffen Records. They are the talk of L.A. In July, the group will enter the studio to begin recording their debut album. A tentative release date is stated for January ’88. Lead singer Bobby Durango talked with us about his group. Q – According to your bio., your “unique style defies comparison with anyone.” What’s so unique about your group? A – I…

James “Mr. Kick” Kottak Interview Kingdom Come – The Last Interview

April 30, 2021 vfaubert

They were the success story of 1988. Their debut album sold 1.3 million copies worldwide. They loaded a slot on the Monsters of Rock tour with Van Halen, Scorpions, Metallica, and Dokken. But, there have been some annoyances – the group has been severely criticized for sounding too much like Led Zeppelin. Even Jimmy Page (Zeppelin member) referred to them in one interview as “Kingdom Clone.” Here to defend the honor and music of his group “Kingdom Come”, is drummer James “Mr. Kick” Kottak. Q -Jim… A – James. Jim’s…