Category: Metal

Out of Memphis, Tennessee comes a powerhouse quartet known as Tora Tora. They’ve only been around a few years, but already they’ve made their mark with rock fans, opening shows for The Cult, Boaham, L.A. Guns, and Dangerous Toys, around the country. Tora Tora’s latest release is called “Wild America” (A and M Records) and we spoke with guitarist Keith Douglas about the band. Q – Keith, it’s been three years between albums. Isn’t that a little long to wait, and weren’t you afraid people would forget about you? A…

“Mariah” was formed just two years ago, in 1989. To say their future looks promising would be an understatement. “Mariah” counts Jon Bon Jovi as a friend as well as a fan of the group. Word has it that “Mariah” will soon ink a recording contract, possibly with Atlantic Records. And if not Atlantic, there are other labels that are more than interested. We wanted to find out what’s so special about “Mariah,” so we spoke with Marian’s keyboard player – Jimmy Dilella. Q. Jim, are you going to sign,…

John Norum plays guitar for one of Southern California’s most famous singer/songwriters/musicians – Don Dokken. You may recall John’s previous band – “Europe” – of “The Final Countdown” fame. Q. Since everyone in Don’s band is really a star player, and could go and join or form another band at anytime – what’s holding the Don Dokken band together? A. I can just talk for myself. I’ve been together with Don now for two years. The music he likes, I like. We lave the same taste. We’re great friends. We’re…

Lillian Axe has ushered in the New Year with the release of “Poetic Justice,” their label debut for Grand Slamm/I.R.S. Records. In support of that release, the group has taken to the road. Lead singer Ron Taylor, talked about Lillian Axe. Q. You did a promotional tour of the country recently. What was that all about? A. Right. Steve (Blaze – lead guitarist) and I just finished a six week promotional tour. We started out in the New York area and then took it down South, and then the Southeast.…