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Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, and Heart at First Niagara

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8 years ago

July 27, 2016

George Archibald

Review of Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, and Heart at First Niagara on 7/21/2016

By George Archibald

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Robin Zander of Cheap Trick

It was a warm sunny afternoon for the Rock Hall Three For All show at Pittsburgh First Niagara Pavilion, that would play host to Heart, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, and Cheap Trick. This show was a real treat becsause I got to see three legendary bands in one night. Playing to a packed audience, rock and roll hall of famers Cheap Trick took the stage first.

Lead by singer Robin Zander, Cheap Trick warmed the crowd up playing several hits during the evening. Guitarist Rick Nielsen, played through an array of guitars this night, his famous multi neck guitar and his Rick Jr. guitar made appearances as well as several checkboard printed guitars as the band played through the set. The band also had bass player Tom Petersson, do a bass solo in the middle of the set with his 12 string bass guitar. To wrap up their set Pittsburgh’s Mayor Bill Peduto, joined the band on stage to sing “Surrender” after proclaiming his love for the band.

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Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts started off their set with “Bad Reputation” which really got the crowd moving. Joan was rocking a red jumpsuit through the night as the band played several of their hits and a few covers, including “Cherry Bomb,” “Do You Wanna Touch,” and “Crimson and Clover”. Joan also played “Light of Day” which Bruce Springsteen penned for the movie of the same title which stared Michael J Fox and Joan Jett. Wrapping up her set, the band ripped through “I Hate Myself for Loving You” before an encore which included Sly and The Family Stone’s “Everyday People”.

Ann Wilson of Heart

Up next was the iconic Heart. This headliner came out strong playing “Wild Child” and moved right into “Magic Man”. Ann Wilson sounded great as she performed “What About Love” belting out the high notes which made this track a stand out. To wrap up their set, Heart played through “Crazy on You” and “Barracuda” before an encore of two Led Zeppelin songs, “The Immigrant Song” and “Stairway to Heaven”. Overall it was a great night for rock. The crowd was so eager to watch these Hall of Famers do what has made them timeless in music. None of the bands failed to bring the energy and put on an unforgettable performance this night.

Nancy Wilson of Heart

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Collective Soul “7EVEN YEAR ITCH” Greatest Hits 1994-2001 Vinyl

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4 months ago

January 4, 2024

Ron

I’ve always been a big fan of Collective Soul and have been lucky to have seen them a few times. This band has always been in my music mixes since the 1990s.

The vinyl release is exactly what you would want for a greatest-hits album. All the best songs that collective soul had from 1994–2001 If you were a teenager or an adult in the 90s, you can’t tell me that you didn’t jam out to songs like “Shine,” “Gel,” and “December.”

With other great songs like “Heavy,” “Run,” “The World I Know,” and “Forgiveness,” This greatest hit album sounds amazing on vinyl as well. Craft Recordings has done a really great job of keeping the magic and sound of these amazing songs.

The sleeve cover has some cool photos of the band throughout the years. This vinyl just came out in Collective Soul fashion in December, and is ready to be part of your vinyl collection, and just brings you back to a great time in life.

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Ron has keen eye for new talent, a love for the underground, and a tremendous passion for music of any genera. You’ll probably bump into him at a horror convention or some seedy club checking out the next need-to-know band.

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Otep – Hydra 10th Anniversary Vinyl

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4 months ago

December 15, 2023

Ron

I received a copy of the album, and when I first opened it, the artwork struck me first. Otep has always been a great visual artist, with her amazing drawings and characters. I even have one of them tattooed on myself. When you see the artwork on this vinyl release, you will really be drawn in and appreciate the artistry.

The sound of this vinyl is amazing. It’s been years since I’ve listened to anything on vinyl and forgot how much I loved the sound of the medium compared to CDs and digital releases. I love the songs on this album because, as with all Otep albums, it has such raw power and emotions, mixed with the anger and beauty of Otep’s poetry. Otep is one of the greats.

The album starts off with the track “Rising,” and this initial song sets the tone for what you’re about to hear from the balance of the album. The standout tracks on this album have to be “Necromantic,” “Apex Predator,” “Voyeur,” and “Feral Game.” Over all, the album as a complete piece of art is amazing. I would encourage you, if you’re a fan of Otep or a collector of vinyl, to add this vinyl to your collection.

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WEDNESDAY 13: Performs Muderdolls Lititz PA Show Review

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5 months ago

November 24, 2023

Ron

Wednesday 13 came into Lititz, PA, on November 18th, bringing the music, or The MurderDolls, with him. Continuing the legacy of Joey Jordison and Ben Graves.

Wednesday 13 is on a tour now; that’s all MurderDolls. 21 years have passed since Beyond the Valley of the MurderDolls came out, and 13 years have passed since Women and Children Last was released. Wednesday and his bandmates are sharing the stage with Infected Rain and Gemini Syndrome on this tour.

The show was amazing; this was our first time covering a show at Mickey’s Black Box. The venue, the staff, and our media contact were so hospitable. The venue was amazing, with a cool balcony on the second floor to watch the show as well.

We got to hear a full set of 20 MurderDolls songs, which was pretty much every song on both albums. There were some songs I haven’t gotten to hear in a long time, like “Grave Robbing USA”, “Drug Me To Hell”, and “Summertime Suicide”. Of course, it wouldn’t be a MurderDolls show if they didn’t play “I Love to Say Fuck” and finish the night with “Dead in Hollywood.”

It’s always a blast to see Wednesday 13 in concert, and I was so excited for the band that a lot of these shows were sold out. It was also a special night because it was my GF’s “50th” birthday and my buddy’s GF’s birthday the next day. We got the MC of the show, Don Jamieson, to give them a little birthday shout-out.

Although it’s sad that Joey and Ben are no longer with us, I’m sure Joey is loving that Murderdolls is still kicking ass after all those years, and I know that Wednesday 13 is so appreciative of what MurderDolls has done for his career.