Finding Strength in Sound: A Year of Discovery and Recovery
I started 2025 with several rounds of radiation therapy. I was still going through my colorectal cancer treatment, and the current phase was radiation. Every day, I had a long commute to get to the facility – and equipment – that my medical team oversaw. These appointments came right on the heels of chemotherapy I’d …...
Testament – Para Bellum (Album Review)
It’s 2025 and Testament is alive and well! These guys know exactly what they’re doing, and Para Bellum is further proof of that fact.
How “Made In Heaven” Made Me a Queen Fan
Ironically, Queen’s last album was my first from them. But it was all I needed to discover just how incredible this band was. This is how I became a fan of Queen with “Made In Heaven”.
Fabulous Disaster: Reviewing Gary Holt’s New Book
This post is part book review, part tribute to Exodus. Just my thoughts, as a longtime fan, on Gary’s journey and the band that’s meant a lot to me over the years.
Megadeth Reunion Attempt: The financial side of reunions
There’s a reason Marty was given an offer he didn’t like. It wasn’t meant to be an insult; the topic is deeper than the click-bait you see on other sites. Here, I provide a new perspective that is needed to understand these negotations. When you know more, you won’t blame Megadeth either.
My Tribute to Paul Di’Anno
Paul Di’Anno, the iconic voice behind Iron Maiden’s first two albums, unfortunately passed away on October 21st. I want to talk about the impact the first two Iron Maiden albums have had on me and pay tribute to Di’Anno, without whose singing I wouldn’t have had that impact.
Dream Theater Welcomes Back Mike Portnoy
Wow… so, this happened! On October 25, 2023, Dream Theater announced that founding member and drummer Mike Portnoy had returned to the band! I don’t know about you, but I didn’t see that coming. Yes, there were signs of warming relationships, but you always had to take them with a grain of salt because of …...
Judas Priest – Invincible Shield (Album Review)
Just like its predecessor, this new Judas Priest album, Invincible Shield, is fully of energy, melody, and aggressive riffs. What’s not to like?
Reunion or Tribute? Thoughts on Pantera’s Upcoming Activitiy
I am glad that these songs are going to be played live. But I cannot, in good conscience, agree to the use of the Pantera name. Without Dime and Vinnie, the “band” is not there, but perhaps the “brand” still is.
Gear Summary of 2021
One tradition I’ve started a while back, and am continuing with this post, is an annual summary of the gear I’ve purchased. It allows me to share my feedback with you all, but I can also look back and analyze how much each purchase was utilized.
