Category: Metal

You may remember him and his band from the early 1980s. At that time he was part of “Virgin Steele”. These days his band is “Burning Starr”. On July 15, 2022 their album “Souls Of The Innocent” was released on Global Records. Jack Starr spoke with us about that record, his background, and the state of Rock music in today’s world. Q – Jack, your album “Souls Of The Innocent” was released on July 15, 2022. In another time, in another place these songs would be all over the radio.…

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He was one of the founding members of Twisted Sister. Along the way he’s also been a manager and a record producer. He authored a book titled Twisted Business: We’re Not Gonna Take It Anymore. He is a contributing editor to Goldmine Magazine where he writes a column titled “Now We’re Sixty Four”! He writes a music column called “Twisted Systems” for an online music publication called “Copper”. And, he’s also a motivational speaker. Is this guy busy or what? Jay Jay French, Twisted Sister’s guitarist took some time off…

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They’ve sold over 2 million records. They’ve performed on the same stages as Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and Journey. They’ve been featured on MTV, VHI and the Head Bangers Ball. They’ve performed at the Sweden Rock Festival, Rock Fest Barcelona, Bang Your Head Festival and headlined the Busan Rock Festival. They’ve experienced over 10 Sold Out Tours of Japan. BURRN! Magazine voted their Founder/Guitarist – The Best Rock Guitarist! On September 30th, 2022 Global Rock Records released their 3 CC compilation album – “Wake The Beast: The Impellitteri Anthology” The…

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You probably recognize the name Doug Marks, or have seen his picture in many of the trade magazines. Doug is the creator of “Metal Method” guitar lessons. He’s also released an album with his group “Hawk,” simply titled “Hawk.” Q – Is Metal Method Productions your company? A – Yes. Q – So you don’t have a financial backer? A – No, not at all. I started the company 5 years ago from a one-room single-type apartment and built it into the company it is today. Q – How did…

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Roxx Gang is fast becoming the most talked about new glam-rock band. Hailing from Tampa, Florida, the group is currently shopping a demo tape produced by none other than Central New York’s Carl Canedy (The Rods). Lead singer Kevin Steele talked with us about Roxx Gang. Q – You’ve got a great sounding demo tape, produced by Carl Canedy (The Rods) and Public I Public Relations is handling your publicity. Who’s the money man behind Roxx Gang? A – The money man’.’ (Laughs). A couple of years back we got…

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From Southern California comes the first Christian Heavy Metal Band. Known as “Stryper,” these four gentlemen enjoy a huge following on the West Coast, not to mention overseas. Their debut album on Enigma Records has charted high in the Independent charts. Between world tours, recording sessions, and press gatherings, we chatted with Robert Sweet, Stryper’s drummer. Q – Have you seen any evidence that someone in your audience has been affected by Stryper’s lyrics and music? Do you know someone personally whose life has been inspired, changed, or turned around…

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R.C.A. has launched a massive promotional campaign for newly signed recording artists “White Wolf.” Hailing from Canada (a country which has already given us Triumph, Rush, Loverboy, Bryan Adams. Helix, Anne Murray and Kick Axe among others), “White Wolf” is a force to be reckoned with. Lead singer Don Wilk does the talking. Q – Don, you’re aware of the existence of a group out of California called Leatherwolf. Are you afraid the public will confuse Leatherwolf with White Wolf? A – No, I don’t think so. There’s a big…

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“Rough Cutt” arc on the loose! Currently supporting Krokus on i nationwide tour. Hough Cult is getting more than just a fair share of audience approval. They’re knocking ’em dead, as the saying pies Drummer David Afford spoke with us about the group he helped put together. Q – Since M.T.V has cut their showing of Metal Videos, and some radio stations have reduced their metal format, has your management or record company, approached you and said. ‘Fellas, you’re going to have to stay on the road a little longer…

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“Sacred Child” is certainly one of the better Hard Rock groups to emerge from the world of L.A. in a long, long time. Their debut album is simply titled “Sacred Child” (Target Entertainment Group). We talked to “Sacred Child’s” lead singer, Astrid Young, who just happens to be the kid sister of famed superstar Neil Young. Q – “Sacred Child” was put together by Chuck Kosa. Is this a studio band that doesn’t perform too often? A – We play out a lot. We play all over Hollywood and Southern…

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Q – Was Ruthless influenced by Alice Cooper? If not Cooper, then who? A – In a way. Bassist Jack Black and vocalist Sami D. were heavily influenced by Cooper. The other members were more influenced by Judas Priest. Kiss, Motley Crue, WASP and Accept (big show acts). Since the combination of all five members is what makes Ruthless what it is, you could say the band was influenced by Cooper, but by other people too Q – Why did you start up a fan club and a merchandising business?…

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