Category: Rock

Formed back in 1984, in Pasadena, CA. They made a name for themselves in the showcase clubs on the Sunset Strip, which in turn caught the attention of Van Halen’s bass player – Michael Anthony. Co-producing a demo tape for the group, Michael Anthony’s involvement has sparked even greater interest in the band. Lead singer Michael Thomas Fiore spoke with us about Asylum Suite. Q – Realistically speaking, what can Michael Anthony do for Asylum Suite? A – Mike has helped us with his advice. Being in the business as…

Who is the “hottest” unsigned act in all of Los Angeles? Steel Soldier. The group has been together only 11 months, but already they’ve created quite a stir. Record companies are lining up to sign the band, and it’s easy to see why. Not since the early days of Kiss, has a group presented themselves in such a unique theatrical manner. We spoke to Steel Soldier’s lead singer, Major Daniel Dundee. Q – Steel Soldier has really taken what Kiss started, and created a totally different look for themselves. You’re…

When you’re talking about outra­geous, you’re talking Pretty Boy Floyd. These guys are only the latest in a series of bands out of L.A. to land a record deal. Recording for MCA Records, gui­tarist Kristy “Krash” Majors tells what it’s like to fight your way to the top in the music business. Q – Kristy, your life pretty much reads like a Hollywood movie script, at least up ’till this point. Do you ever ask yourself ‘why me’? A – No, I don’t ask myself ‘why me’ ’cause I worked,…

L.A. ‘s music scene continues to generate excitement from coast to coast. The city’s latest export is a 3 piece group known as “Triangle.” We spoke with Triangle guitarist/-vocalist, Baron. Q – Where does your career stand at this point? Have you received major label interest? A – Right now, we’re at the slow point of the season. I’m sure you know, November, December, nothing’s going down as far as labels. We stirred enough interest that we’re pretty confident come first of the year we’ll be able to secure a…

Their name is a take-off on the hard rock glam group — Pretty Boy Floyd. Their CD “As Ugly As They Wanna Be,” mocks 2 Live Crews re­cent release “As Nasty As They Wanna Be.” So what’s the deal with Ugly Kid Joe you ask? They’re getting rave reviews. They’re being called “one of the hottest new bands in ’92.” Recording for Stardog/Mercury Records, guitarist Klaus Eichstadt does the talking. Q – Your record company has put out the press release, “Remember when rock’n’roll was fun? Ugly Kid Joe does.”…

Twenty-five year old, Canadian born Aldo Nova is riding high on the charts with his debut album, Aldo Nova (Portrait/Epic Records). He’s been touring the country opening concerts for Hall and Oates, and Sammy Hagar. We spoke with Aldo Nova recently about his super success. Q – You were here in Syracuse not too long ago with Hall and Oates. A – Yeah, it was a decent bill, but it was misbilled. You know, the Hall and Oates crowd is so lame, it was their crowd. We did extremely well…

In 1982, Aldo Nova hit the top of the charts with “Fantasy.” The next three years yielded two albums -“Subject Aldo Nova” and “Twitch.” Aldo produced the Blue Oyster Cult hit “Take Me Away” and played on Jon Bon Jovi’s Blaze of Glory (Young Guns II) album. And now, Aldo Nova is beginning his first tour, in support of his new “Blood On The Bricks” album. It’s been over five years since he’s released an album. Aldo Nova is the first signing to Jon Bon Jovi’s new Jambco label which…

In our continuing effort to bring the best of the nationally known, unsigned talent to your attention, we present Ambush. Calling New Jersey home, Ambush has already sold thousands of copies of an independently produced album. They’re on their way up, and Ambush is certainly one band you’ll want to watch. Sal Flamma pounds the skins for Ambush, and he talked with us about the group. Q – Sal, does this group have a financial backer? A – Yes, now we do. We would fly out to Hollywood and play…

Brian Baker plays guitar for Geffen recording artists, Junkyard. The record co. calls Junkyard’s music, “working class rock “n” roll reality”. Currently on tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Junkyard’s latest release, and second album is titled, “Sixes, Sevens, and Nines.” Brian Baker does the talking. Q – How does it feel to be opening for Skynyrd every night, and what’s the audience reaction to your music been like? A – It’s been very smooth and great. They’ve done everything they can for us. It’s kind of cool, ’cause it tends to…

In the tradition of Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, comes a fast-rising guitarist out of Maryland – Jamie LaRitz. Recording for Star Trak Records, Jamie spoke with us about his career: Q – Jamie, how did you come to the attention of Star Trak Records? A – Well, I came to their attention through Sheffield which is a recording studio down here, and the person who runs the studio, Vance approached me with a deal. He wanted to start an instrumental project. He came to me and said, “Do you…