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The Winery Dogs – On a Hot Streak at the Playstation Theater in NYC 10/10/15

The Winery Dogs – On a Hot Streak at the Playstation Theater in NYC 10/10/15

Posted October 16, 2015 at 9:02 am | No comments

Poised on the cusp of greatness, the Winery Dogs are a powerhouse musical trio featuring three of the rock world’s most talented musicians – Richie Kotzen a guitar phenom, Mike Portnoy drummer extraordinaire [formerly of Dream Theater], and Billy Sheehan the master bassist [Mr. Big]. Three legendary musicians whose star wattage could illuminate Broadway with their presence and chemistry.

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Edgar Winter to Release Rebel Road for European Tour

Posted October 14, 2015 at 4:47 am | No comments

Blues Rock legend, multi-instrumentalist and former child prodigy Edgar Winter to release album ‘Rebel Road’ as a full European release to coincide with his first European tour since 2011.

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Rudolf Schenker of the Scorpions – The Legacy of an Illustrious Career!

Rudolf Schenker of the Scorpions – The Legacy of an Illustrious Career!

Posted October 12, 2015 at 1:39 pm | 7 comments

Fifty years since they formed, the Scorpions are still going strong. Lounging in retirement isn’t really in the cards. And, for the record, their 2010 Farwell Tour announcement was a bit premature due to the resurgence of interest from a younger audience and the success of their 2010 CD, Sting in the Tail.

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Billy Morrison, God Shaped Hole – Delivering Punk Rock Ethos & Attitude

Billy Morrison, God Shaped Hole – Delivering Punk Rock Ethos & Attitude

Posted October 5, 2015 at 5:00 am | One comment

Guitarist Billy Morrison has a solid history playing rock/punk music including working with The Cult, Camp Freddy and more recently, Billy Idol and Royal Machines.

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Acoustic Virtuosos Martin Taylor, Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo in NYC

Posted October 2, 2015 at 12:32 pm | No comments

On Sunday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m., Martin Taylor, Frank Vignola, along with up and coming artist Vinny Raniolo, will be serving their special blend of swing, the blues, and innovative takes on classical tunes at St. Joe’s Visual and Performing Arts Department, NYC.

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Brotherhood of the Guitar – Jacob Deraps

Brotherhood of the Guitar – Jacob Deraps

Posted September 29, 2015 at 5:00 am | No comments

The Brotherhood of the Guitar found Jacob Deraps up in Canada and discovered a phenomenal young guitarist who could channel Eddie Van Halen and more on his axe. Clean, articulate sonics and an ease of playing that was as nonchalant as flipping a burger, yet as crafty and serious as a full force gale.

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Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs on Hot Streak – Somebody has to Walk the Dog!

Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs on Hot Streak – Somebody has to Walk the Dog!

Posted September 28, 2015 at 12:23 pm | One comment

Hot Streak is the supercharged follow-up CD to The Winery Dogs self-titled 2013 debut, a powerhouse musical trio featuring Richie Kotzen on guitar, Mike Portnoy on drums and Billy Sheehan on bass.

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30th Anniversary of Senate Hearing Where Dee Snider Frank Zappa and John Denver Testified

30th Anniversary of Senate Hearing Where Dee Snider Frank Zappa and John Denver Testified

Posted September 15, 2015 at 6:29 pm | No comments

September 19, 1985 was a historic day for all of us who work in the music business. That was the day that three musicians Frank Zappa, John Denver and Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider, were called to testify at a Senate hearing instigated by the Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC), who wanted to introduce a parental warning system that would label all albums containing “offensive material.”

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Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach Collection at Julien’s Auctions ​Dec 4th and 5th

Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach Collection at Julien’s Auctions ​Dec 4th and 5th

Posted September 14, 2015 at 8:55 am | No comments

Comprised of musical instruments including drums and guitars, career memorabilia from the Beatles era and Ringo’s solo career including his All-Starr Band, fine antiques, custom-made eclectic furnishings, fine art and personal items, this auction will be a unique and historic event.

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The Brotherhood of the Guitar: Steve Costello

The Brotherhood of the Guitar: Steve Costello

Posted September 11, 2015 at 5:38 am | One comment

Ernie Ball, Inc., and Guitar Center have encouraged the growth and maturation of The Brotherhood through financial and other support. And Brian Ball, president, Ernic Ball, Inc., is incrementally building The Ernie Ball Brotherhood of the young artists, who are both promising young guitarists, but also have an affinity for his company’s gear.

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