Category: Metal

Here’s one group that’s been around for awhile. Calling New Orleans home, Zebra first formed in 1975. They’ve released three albums on Atlantic Records, including their latest “3.V.” No stranger to Syracuse, we caught up with Zebra member Randy Jackson, prior to a group appearance at the Lost Horizon. Q – I remember Zebra opening the “Loverboy” concert at the State Fair back in ‘8:!, but after that, Zebra wasn’t in the news too much. What did the band do, between then and now? A – We put out a…

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Q – What happened with Sound Barrier and M.C.A. Records? A – Sound Barrier was signed by the former president of M.C.A. Records, Bob Siger. Bob Siger was replaced one month after the release of our record by Irving Azoff. Thirty-five of the forty-four acts on M.C.A. were released from their contract. We couldn’t have been happier. M.C.A. did nothing for us, except deliver records to the store. There was no pro motion. Sound Barrier and our manager ended up financing our own video “Rock Without The Roll” which received…

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Word on the street is Jet Boy – the “hottest” band to come out of the West Coast in some time. The group is currently in pre-production before entering the studio to record their debut album for Elektra/Asylum Records. Lead guitarist Ferine Rod talked with us about “Jet Boy.” Q – When is this album of yours going to be recorded? A – We’re in basically what we call pre-production. We’re not working on the album yet. We’re in the process of looking for the right producer right now. There’s…

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Just two years ago British rockers “Grim Reaper’ descended upon our stores with their “See You In Hell” album and tour. Both were successful. Last year saw another album. “Fear No Evil’” and yet another highly successful American tour. Nick Bowcott “Grim Reaper” co-founder and guitarist, spoke with us about his Group. Q – For the last 22 years Great Britain has contributed some of the best musicians, groups, and fashions to the world. What has Great Britain got that America doesn’t. A – I don’t know I’m proud of…

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Out of Westwood, New Jersey comes the fast rising, all female quartet known as Pantara. Pantara has been together since the summer of 1984. They’ve compiled a very impressive track record for themselves in such a short time. Pantara was featured on the “Lady Killers” compilation album (New Renaissance Records); they’ve been featured in several music publications, including “Aquarian,” and “Kerrany!”, and they’re receiving airplay on a number of east coast radio stations. They’ve also managed to find the time to showcase in New York’s trendiest clubs, including the Ritz,…

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“Young, Wild And Free” marks the debut album of Canada’s hard rock quintet “Brighton Rock.” The group has been together for three years, and in that time created quite a name for themselves. We spoke with lead singer Gerry McGhee. Q – What is going on in Canada? So much talent is coming out of Toronto. A – With Toronto, nobody is actually from Toronto. None of us live in Toronto. Nobody in ‘Honeymoon Suite’ is from Toronto. Nobody in ‘Rush’ is from Toronto. Toronto is the center where all…

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And yet another L.A. “Metal” group has been signed by a major label. This time around, good fortune smiled upon “Armored Saint.” Expect an album from the group to be released in late August on Chrysalis Records. Vocalist John Bush fills us in on the details. Q – Signing with Chrysalis, what does that now mean for your career? A – That means a lot more push in the business for us. That means money for promotion, costumes, and touring. It’s very important. Chrysalis is a great label, because they’re…

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Brenda Barboni is an aspiring singer/songwriter in Los Angeles. She fronted “Syren,” a heavy metal group whose track “Danger.” can be heard on the L.P. “California’s Best Metal” (New Renaissance Records). Brenda happens to be a native Syracusan, who hitchhiked to the West Coast when she was just 19. What’s it like to seek fame and fortune in Hollywood? Brenda fills us in. Q – When you left Syracuse did you have an idea of how you would succeed in the music business? A – When 1 left Syracuse; all…

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Polygram recording artists “Girlschool” were in town recently If you caught their show at the Landmark Theatre, then you know they gave headliners “Blue Oyster Cult a real run for their money! We talked with bassist Gil Weston prior to the show about “Girlschool.” Q – How did you manage to get two of the guys from “Slade” (Noddy Holder and Jim Lea) to produce your latest album? A – Through our management in London, actually. We tried for about a year to find a producer that we’d get along…

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“Two Steps From The Move” (Epic Records) marks the American debut of European superstars “Hanoi Rocks.” The band has built an impressive following in Japan. India. Hong Kong. Thailand, Finland and England. In just four short years. “Hanoi Rocks” have released lour albums, logged thousands Of tour miles, headlined at the London Lyceum, and performed at the “Reading Festival.” Guitarist Andy McCoy spoke with us about the success of his group – “Hanoi Rocks.” Q – In reading an advertisement for your group. “Sounds Magazine” of England stated. “There is…

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