Category Archives: Interviews/Rock Stars

Interviews with established rock artists.

Interview: VON HERTZEN BROTHERS

Posted on April 13, 2013 by david.wilson

Finnish melodic rock sensation, The Von Hertzen Brothers, are back in the UK to do a few gigs and a bit of promotion for their new album, ‘Nine Lives’, just released through Spinefarm Records . I managed to catch a few … Continue reading →

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Interview with blues rock guitarist DANNY BRYANT (April 2013)

Posted on April 10, 2013 by petefeenstra

Blues-rocker Danny Bryant started playing guitar at 15 years old. He turned pro 3 years later and became Walter Trout’s protégé. In the intervening years he followed the old school route to build a rock solid fan base on the … Continue reading →

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Interview with blues rock guitarist ROBIN TROWER (January 2013)

Posted on February 23, 2013 by petefeenstra

‘Roots and Branches’ is a Robin Trower album with a difference. Conceptually, the ‘Roots’ side of things refers to his blues antecedents and some of his favourite songs that comprise the covers on the album. The ‘Branches’ section refers to … Continue reading →

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Interview with BIFF BYFORD (Saxon)

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Yiannis

I have been in the presence of many fellow music journalists, all of whom had at least one disappointing tale to tell of meeting with a music idol who failed to meet their expectations. Though I dreaded the same, I … Continue reading →

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Interview: Gavin Butler from THE BLACKOUT

Posted on February 10, 2013 by david.wilson

In these times of double dip depressions, rising unemployment and a bleak outlook it is good to know that the Blackout are out striving to cheer up the nation. Having just released their latest album ‘Start The Party’, which is … Continue reading →

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Interview with LAWRENCE CASE of VOODOO VEGAS

Posted on January 31, 2013 by jason

We catch-up with Voodoo Vegas vocalist Lawrence Case ahead of the release of the band’s debut album ‘The Rise of Jimmy Silver’… What are you currently up to? Hey Jason, we’ve been really busy promoting ‘The Rise Of Jimmy Silver.’ … Continue reading →

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Rock Stars – MARIUSZ DUDA interview (RIVERSIDE)

Posted on January 24, 2013 by jason

Riverside have just released their fifth album ‘Shrine of New Generation Slaves’ on Inside Out. Here Jason Ritchie catches up with vocalist/bassist Mariusz Duda ahead of their upcoming tour which starts in March. You must be pleased the new album … Continue reading →

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Rock Stars – DENNIS DUNAWAY (ALICE COOPER) Interview

Posted on January 22, 2013 by GRTR! HQ

DENNIS DUNAWAY TALKS ABOUT BLUE COUPE…AND ALICE By Patrick BRZEZINSKI with the help of Serge NADEAU Promo photo (above) : Bleacher & Everard Other photos : Patrick BRZEZINSKI Translation : Caroline Stephenson The news of the beginning of this new … Continue reading →

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FEAR FACTORY (Dino Cazares) Interview

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Yiannis

Dino Cazares is a man who needs no introductions. When not blasting riffs through projects of true extreme quality such as Brujeria and Divine Heresy, he is responsible for all those killer riffs and flamboyant melodies that have made Industrial … Continue reading →

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Interview with LUKE MORLEY (THE UNION/THUNDER)

Posted on January 14, 2013 by jason

Guitarist Luke Morley is a busy man with a new album by The Union (the band he formed with Winterville’s Pete Shoulder) ‘The World Is Yours’ out on March 4th and a UK tour in February. Plus Thunder are back for … Continue reading →

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OPETH ( Mikael Akerfeldt) Interview

Posted on November 15, 2012 by david.wilson

Swedish prog metallers Opeth are currently back on tour around the UK and Europe and I caught up with mainman Mikael Akerfeldt before the tour commenced to talk tours, recording and more … You’re back out on tour around … Continue reading →

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MARDUK (Morgan Hakansson) INTERVIEW

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Yiannis

Morgan “Evil” Steinmeyer Håkansson is a man who should really needs no introduction, having been the founding member and undoubted leader over the past 22 years of the Swedish Black Metal war machine Marduk– one of the most original and … Continue reading →

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KAIPA (Hans Lundin) INTERVIEW

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Yiannis

KAIPA (Hans Lundin) INTERVIEW Hans Lundin is a very talented multi-instrumentalist who has been providing the world of Prog Rock with albums of outstanding quality through Kaipa – a group of similarly-minded musicians who have been active since the early … Continue reading →

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Interview with NEAL MORSE (FLYING COLORS/TRANSATLANTIC)

Posted on August 27, 2012 by jason

Neal Morse is a very busy man as usual with a new solo album ‘Momentum’ due next month on Inside Out, Flying Colors touring the US and Europe during September and October plus he has a Christmas album due out … Continue reading →

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THE FLOWER KINGS (Roine Stolt) INTERVIEW

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Yiannis

THE FLOWER KINGS (Roine Stolt) INTERVIEW There is a rumour that has been circulating over the years about how warm and pleasant of an interviewee Roine Stolt is – something I was really looking forward to finding out for myself. … Continue reading →

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An interview with Arjen Lucassen

Posted on April 24, 2012 by jason

Arjen Lucassen has just released his new solo album ‘Lost In The New Real’ through Inside Out and it is a veritable feast of musical delights. Do try this new album as it has many musical styles and delights in … Continue reading →

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FISH (Derek William Dick) INTERVIEW

Posted on January 19, 2012 by GRTR! HQ

Derek William Dick is certainly a man of many talents! When he is not touring under his electric moniker “Fish” or the highly successful acoustic trio Fish Heads Club, you will either find him honing his acting skills through independent … Continue reading →

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Interview with JOHN AXELROD

Posted on January 13, 2012 by GRTR! HQ

Classical rock is a nascent musical genre pioneered by one of the most adventurous and eclectic contemporary conductors John Axelrod. But what is classical rock? Tap in the genre into Google and very little pops up, but once you add … Continue reading →

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SUZI QUATRO interview

Posted on July 14, 2011 by GRTR! HQ

Suzi Quatro has a new album out in August, 'In The Spotlight'. Joe Geesin catches-up with her for a chat about the new album… The legendary 70s rocker is back with a fantastic new album on which she … Continue reading →

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