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Pat Torpey, Founding Member and Drummer of Mr.Big, Dies At 64
Drummer and founding member of MR. BIG, Pat Torpey, passed away Wednesday, February 7 at the age of 64 from [,,,]
Year: 2018
Concert Reviews and Photos
NAMM 2018: Metal Allegiance at the House of Blues – Anaheim, California – January 25, 2018
Every January as we start a new year there is a buzz in the air, as media, merchants, artists, and [,,,]
Interviews
WIN A Signed Copy of Gord Bamford’s Neon Smoke!
Canadian Country singer Gord Bamford is currently on a Canadian tour in support of his latest album, Neon Smoke. How [,,,]
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Prog-Rock Legend Neal Morse Reveals Introspective Side on new Life & Times Album
Known throughout the music industry as one of the most talented and prolific progressive-rock songwriters and artists, Neal Morse has [,,,]
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Interview with Nashville singer/songwriter Megan Davies
Nashville singer/songwriter Megan Davies recently played at the Rumba Café in Columbus, Ohio on Jan. 26. Cindy Hurt spoke with [,,,]
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U.K. Rock Legends Uriah Heep Touring Canada and U.S., Set to Release New Album Later in the Year
British rock band Uriah Heep is not resting on the laurels of an extensive and varied career that has seen [,,,]
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Ozzy Osbourne Announces “NO MORE TOURS 2” North American Dates
OZZY OSBOURNE ANNOUNCES “NO MORE TOURS 2” NORTH AMERICAN DATES WITH PRESS CONFERENCE AT HIS LOS ANGELES HOME SHOWS ARE [,,,]
Concert Reviews and Photos
Gord Bamford with Aaron Goodvin at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts – January 31, 2018
Neon Smoke Tour Gord Bamford with Aaron Goodvin Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts January 31, 2018 All photos by [,,,]
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8th Annual Monster Energy Carolina Rebellion happening May 4-6; Queens Of The Stone Age, Godsmack, Alice In Chains, Five Finger Death Punch, Incubus, Muse & Shinedown Top Lineup
Festival producers Danny Wimmer Presents and AEG Presents are bringing a diverse and unprecedented music lineup to the 8th annual [,,,]
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Neal Morse ‘Life & Times’ solo album out February 16
Widely regarded as one of the world’s leading progressive rock (“prog”) musicians, there is now no doubt that NEAL MORSE [,,,]
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Americana Band JD & The Straight Shot Is Set To Hit The Road With The Eagles, Chicago And The Doobie Brothers; New Album “Good Luck And Good Night” Is Out Now
Americana band JD & The Straight Shot will hit the road in support of their vibrant new album Good Luck [,,,]
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The Darkness Kick Off The North American Leg Of “Tour De Prance” On March 29th; New Album “Pinewood Smile” Out Now
England’s most distinctive, multiple award-winning, platinum-selling, hugely entertaining rock gods and international pleasures THE DARKNESS – Justin Hawkins (vocals / [,,,]
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Poison, Cheap Trick and Pop Evil Join Forces For “Poison…Nothin’ But A Good Time 2018” U.S. Summer Tour Starting May 18
Music fans wanting a little variety with their summer tour package will get that very thing with the “Poison…Nothin’ But [,,,]
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NAMM 2018: Interview with Dave Ellefson of Megadeth – Ellefson Coffee, The Rise of LA Thrash Metal and Metal Allegiance
We’re here having morning coffee with Dave Ellefson of Megadeth, in the Ellefson Coffee Co. booth at NAMM 2018. It’s [,,,]
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Alan Doyle Talks About New Book and New Album, Touring Canada Feb. and March
He may be too humble to admit it, but Alan Doyle is becoming quite the Renaissance man. Already known and [,,,]
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Judas Priest Unleash Title Track From ‘Firepower’
The buzz surrounding legendary metal band Judas Priest’s forthcoming album, ‘Firepower,’ is undeniably growing louder – on the strength of [,,,]
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Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes to headline Light of Day this April with four shows in Ontario
New Jersey’s own Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes returns to Ontario this April when they headline the Light of [,,,]
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NAMM 2018: Interview with Chris Wyse of Ace Frehley, OWL and the Cult – Ampeg Amps and Pedals
I’m with Chris Wyse at the Ampeg booth NAMM 2018. Chris Wyse: That’s right. I first saw you when I [,,,]
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PODCAST #5 – Shane Christopher Neal interviews author and band manager Vicky Hamilton
Welcome to this week’s Shane Christopher Neal Podcast Show in Music Life Magazine’s Podcast Series. Each week Shane Christopher Neal of BS Live [,,,]
Concert Reviews and Photos
Gord Bamford with Aaron Goodvin – FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre – St. Catharines, Ontario – January 28, 2018
Neon Smoke Tour Gord Bamford with Aaron Goodvin FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre St. Catharines, Ontario January 28, 2018 All photos [,,,]
Interviews
Greta Van Fleet To Perform At Sir Elton John’s Academy Awards Viewing Party; All Headline Dates Announced Last Week Sold Out in Under Five Minutes
One of rock’s hottest new bands, Greta Van Fleet will perform at this year’s Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 26th annual Academy Awards [,,,]
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NAMM 2018: Interview with Bjorn Englen, celebrating EBS Professional Bass Equipment’s 30th Anniversary
EBS is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. And I understand there’s a big announcement, we found out what was [,,,]
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NAMM 2018: Interview with Inside Metal’s Bob Nalbandian
Inside Metal has become a series of documentaries. Releasing two prior films. Pioneers of LA Hard Rock 1 & 2 [,,,]
Concert Reviews and Photos
Jason Mraz at the Avalon Ballroom, Fallsview Casino – Niagara Falls, Ontario – February 1, 2018
Jason Mraz Avalon Ballroom Fallsview Casino Niagara Falls, Ontario February 1, 2018 Acoustic show. First of two nights. All photos [,,,]
Music News
WIN a Pair of Tickets to the Black Veil Brides’ Show in Toronto – February 5, 2018
Live Nation presents an evening of Metal with Black Veil Brides along with Asking Alexandria at the Rebel Nightclub in [,,,]
Music News
London to host 48th annual Juno Awards – March 11-17, 2019
The JUNO Awards will be heading to Southwestern Ontario as The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced [,,,]
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Greta Van Fleet Announces North American Tour Dates For 2018; Band Has Started Recording its Debut Full-Length Album
Greta Van Fleet, who took the 2017 music scene by storm with its dynamic rock ‘n’ roll debut single “Highway [,,,]
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KAMELOT’s new album, The Shadow Theory, out later this year; North American and European tour dates announced
Cover Reveal Next Week! The rumors are true: KAMELOT are set to release a brand-new masterpiece in 2018 and now [,,,]
Concert Reviews and Photos
Avenged Sevenfold at FirstOntario Centre – Hamilton, Ontario – January 22, 2018
Avenged Sevenfold FirstOntario Centre Hamilton, Ontario January 22, 2018 All photos by Paul Barrie ©2018. Please DO NOT copy or [,,,]
Music News
Slayer Announces Final World Tour; Lamb of God, Anthrax, Behemoth, Testament To Support Slayer On Leg One, North America
Lamb of God, Anthrax, Behemoth and Testament, all bands who have close ties to and have shared the stage multiple [,,,]