Reviews

Dunlop and Bob Bradshaw Release a Multifaceted Wah Worth Exploring

Dunlop and Bob Bradshaw Release a Multifaceted Wah Worth Exploring

Posted February 23, 2013 at 6:53 am | One comment

The MC404, through its numerous options, offers significantly greater versatility than other wah pedals in any price range, and evinces a smooth, harmonically rich tone suitable for a wide range of musical applications.

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Review: Deep Purple’s Live in Paris 1975 CD

Review: Deep Purple’s Live in Paris 1975 CD

Posted February 11, 2013 at 5:39 am | No comments

Deep Purple is one of the most easily identified bands associated with rock and roll. Each and every one of their members is absolutely legendary, thanks to the high quality talent poured into their musical work both inside and out of Deep Purple.

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Guitarist Peppino D’Agostino Captivates the Crowd at McCabe’s

Guitarist Peppino D’Agostino Captivates the Crowd at McCabe’s

Posted February 8, 2013 at 3:11 pm | One comment

I went to see acclaimed Italian guitarist Peppino D’Agostino at McCabe’s Guitar Store, in Santa Monica, California, and was treated to a front row seat. D’Agostino is a hot ticket live performer in North and South America and Europe who has been charming audiences with his captivating full-bodied performances for some time.

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Corey Harris, Guy Davis and Alvin Youngblood Hart Keep True Blues Alive

Corey Harris, Guy Davis and Alvin Youngblood Hart Keep True Blues Alive

Posted February 5, 2013 at 6:25 am | No comments

You can travel to the Delta to hear some traditional acoustic blues—and I recommend that you do!—or just keep an eye out for the True Blues trio: Corey Harris, Guy Davis and Alvin Youngblood Hart.

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Sweden’s Oxygen debuts with Final Warning

Sweden’s Oxygen debuts with Final Warning

Posted February 4, 2013 at 6:16 am | No comments

One of the latest AOR revival bands to come out of Sweden, Oxygen, brings back that signature synthesizer-coated rock goodness to the 21st century with their dynamic debut album, Final Warning.

Posted in: Prog Rock Reviews, Reviews, Rock Reviews, Uncategorized

Power Passion and Beauty – The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra

Power Passion and Beauty – The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra

Posted February 3, 2013 at 3:04 am | No comments

I first came into contact with Walter Kolosky writings when reviewed his book “Follow Your Heart: John McLaughlin Song by Song.” After reading that book for the first time, I felt Kolosky’s undeniable love for the Mahavishnu Orchestra’s music.

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Review: Going to Hell: A Tribute to Alice Cooper

Review: Going to Hell: A Tribute to Alice Cooper

Posted February 1, 2013 at 6:02 am | No comments

Alice Cooper, the proclaimed King of Shock Rock, has been dominating the stage and the studio for over five decades.

Posted in: '80s Rock, Classic Rock, Reviews, Rock Reviews, Uncategorized

Black Veil Brides – New York Welcomes the Church of the Wild Ones!

Black Veil Brides – New York Welcomes the Church of the Wild Ones!

Posted January 31, 2013 at 11:59 am | One comment

Long before show day, Black Veil Brides sold out the Best Buy Theater in New York. The band’s loyal congregation came out in force to give praise to the Church of the Wild Ones.

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Review: AC/DC Black Ice Guitar Tab Book

Review: AC/DC Black Ice Guitar Tab Book

Posted January 16, 2013 at 9:25 am | No comments

AC/DC are widely considered as one of the greatest rock and roll bands of all time. Their classic albums and chart topping tunes have proven to have stood the test of time, with such songs as “Back In Black”, “Highway To Hell”, and “Hells Bells” are more popular than they ever were back in the day.

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The Bop! Bang! Boom! of Grant Geissman

The Bop! Bang! Boom! of Grant Geissman

Posted January 2, 2013 at 1:08 pm | No comments

Grant Geissman’s new album, Bop! Bang! Boom!, is a perfect follow up to Geissman’s most recent releases “Cool Man Cool” and “Say That.” From the fun artwork to the great music, this is truly a pleasure to experience both visually and musically.

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