For his latest Industry 45 From The Drum Throne Podcast, Shane Christopher Neal catches up with Derry Grehan of Honeymoon Suite. Listen to the FULL Interview here. Honeymoon Suite has been racking up the sales and accolades since 1983, HONEYMOON SUITE has moved over 1 million records worldwide and won the JUNO Award for Group of the Year in 1986. The band has many songs placed in major motion pictures and TV over the years such as the hugely successful Miami Vice TV series of the mid 80’s. In 2015, they were honored by Canadian radio for passing 100,000 plays of “New Girl Now” along with thre ..read more

Next year marks the 30th anniversary of Massachusetts-based rock band Godsmack, currently led by co-founders Sully Erna on vocals and Robbie Merrill on bass, along with Tony Rombola on guitars, and Shannon Larkin on drums (ex-Ugly Kid Joe and ex-Candlebox). Over the past three decades, Godsmack has produced an impressive catalog including eight studio albums, an EP titled “The Other Side,” four DVDs, a compilation album named “Good Times, Bad Times… Ten Years of Godsmack,” and a live album titled “Live & Inspired.” The band achieved three consecutive number-one albums on the Billboard 200 ..read more

Collective Soul (PHOTO: Lee Clower) Since launching a major label career in 1994, COLLECTIVE SOUL has charted a path that most rock bands dream of, but only few achieve. They cut through a noisy 1990s rock scene with a knack for stick-to-you-like-glue melodies, roof-shaking guitars, and a touch of Southern grit. Behind enduring singles like “Shine,” “December,” and “The World I Know,” the band hit the ground running for what would not be a short-lived sprint, but a steady marathon of uncompromising – and always catchy – albums. Since launching, they’ve become one of the most reliable rock ban ..read more

In this latest Industry 45 Podcast Show – From the Drum Throne, Shane Christopher Neal talks with Rickey Medlocke, guitarist for Lynyrd Skynyrd and front man for southern indigenous rock band Blackfoot. Rickey released a brand new single Never Run Out Of Road all in support of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman Movement (MMIW). Listen to the full interview here. Rickey was an original member of the band Lynyrd Skynyrd dating back to the early 70’s. He had left the band in the Mid 70’s—he talks about how close he was to getting on the plane with the band on October 20, 1977 when members ..read more

Casting Crowns played the Appalachian Wireless Arena on March 15. (PHOTO: Tom Biggs) Casting Crowns Appalachian Wireless Arena Pikeville, Kentucky March 15, 2024 All photos by Tom Biggs at TRB Photography LLC ©2024. Please DO NOT copy or use without permission. The post PHOTO GALLERY: Casting Crowns – Appalachian Wireless Arena – Pikeville, Kentucky – March 15, 2024 appeared first on Music Life Magazine ..read more

Ninja Turtle Michelangelo and Vanilla Ice during a sold-out show at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls on March 30 as part of the “I Love the 90s” Tour. (PHOTO: Joel Naphin) I Love The 90s featuring Vanilla Ice, All-4-One, Color Me Badd, and Young MC Along with DJ Capone and comedian Joe Denim OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Niagara Falls, Ontario March 30, 2024 All photos by Joel Naphin ©2024. Please DO NOT copy or use without permission. DJ Capone and Joe Denim: Young MC: All-4-One: Color Me Badd: Vanilla Ice ..read more

Jackson-Triggs is announcing its 2024 Summer Concert Series lineup with a star-studded roster of Canadian talent performing in one of the region’s most intimate, outdoor venues at the Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate. Kicking off on June 7 and running most weekends throughout the summer until September 14, this year’s lineup includes performances from Chantal Kreviazuk, The Sheepdogs, The Trews and Brett Kissel. The Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Amphitheatre offers music lovers unrivalled proximity to some of Canada’s best-known performers. The Amphitheatre is nestled in between the vines at the ..read more

Chris Daughtry returned to Niagara Falls on March 27, 2024 for a show on the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino. (PHOTO: Joel Naphin) Daughtry with Catch Your Breath OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Niagara Falls, Ontario March 27, 2024 All photos by Joel Naphin ©2024. Please DO NOT copy or use without permission. Catch Your Breath: Daughtry: The post PHOTO GALLERY: Daughtry with Catch Your Breath – OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino – Niagara Falls, Ontario – March 27, 2024 appeared first on Music Life Magazine ..read more

Deen Castronovo (Journey, Revolution Saints) Listen to the full interview here. For his latest Industry 45 From The Drum Throne Podcast, Shane Christopher Neal catches up with drummer Deen Castronovo who discusses his great career and music journey – everything from Bad English, first meeting Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain, his band Revolution Saints and getting a second chance with Journey. Castronovo, known for his exceptional drumming skills and versatile style, has captivated audiences around the world.  You will hear about his new album with the Revolution Saints (with Jeff Pilson and ..read more

The Reklaws, featuring brother and sister duo Jenna and Stuart Walker, played a sold-out show on the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino March 8th. (PHOTO: Joel Naphin) The Reklaws with James Barker Band OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Niagara Falls, Ontario March 8, 2024 All photos by Joel Naphin ©2024. Please DO NOT copy or use without permission. James Barker Band: The Reklaws ..read more