The Specials are by far one of the most influential ska bands of all-time. Founded in 1977, their unique brand of music helped to revive a little-known genre originating in Jamaica in the late 1950’s. The Specials fusion of traditional ska music with a formidable punk rock attitude and danceable…

Death Grips might be one of the most polarizing bands I listen to. You either hate them or you absolutely love them. When I show someone who doesn’t know them for the first time, they are always shocked. The band is labeled an experimental hip-hop group, made up of rapper…

Over the years, there have been very few bands that have been able to develop a solid blueprint for long-term success. Many have tried and failed, while others have gone the distance and remained relevant in this “modern age” of music. Artists like The Rolling Stones, The Who, and Rush…

Scott Stapp is considered by many to be one of the top vocalists of the 1990’s. His thought-provoking lyrics and high-energy stage presence were a welcome change in a post-grunge scene that seemed more pop oriented and less-substantive than its heavyweight predecessors like Nirvana or Pearl Jam. Upon the release…

1976 was undoubtedly one of the most important years in rock and roll history. The Billboard charts were packed with hits from well-established artists such as Abba, Queen, and Chicago while lesser known bands such as Heart, The Ramones, and Blondie were just beginning to make a name for themselves…

If you are a fan of John Waite, it comes as no surprise that he is still on top of his game as a musician and performer. For others who may just getting to know him, there is so much more to learn about a man who has touched so…

“The scale of STRANGELOVE’S theatrical stage presence is unparalleled, save for the real article. Multiple projection visual programs assault the euphoric concertgoers senses and further the illusion that they are actually witnessing an actual Depeche Mode concert – No detail of the band’s presentation has been overlooked.” Loyal fans of…

Tech N9ne is arguably one of the most prolific rappers on the planet. Known for his signature chopper style of delivery combined with insanely intelligent lyrics, Tech has clearly set himself apart from others in the Rap scene today. On top of all of his individual successes (over an amazing…

Driving down to the Santa Ana on Saturday evening, I could not help but wonder what I had gotten myself into. Over the past 30 years, I could not count on one hand the number of black metal concerts I had been to. The closest I have been to the…

Over the years, there have been many amazing rock and roll bands that have come and gone. Not many can say that they have stood the test of time like Y&T. Founded in Oakland California in 1974, Y&T were the innovators of the hard rock sound flourishing in the San…

When rumors of Disturbed's return began to surface last year, many wondered if the band would actually begin to write music and tour again. It had been almost 5 years since the release of "Asylum" and Disturbed had not toured together formally since 2011. Was this finally the news the …