Rock Show Critique

In Conversation
Wicked
February 26, 2024

We sat down and spoke with the band Wicked who hail from nearby Rochester, NY. They are having an album release party at the illustrious Water Street Music Hall on Saturday. We also talk about the band’s upcoming new album Sunburn which hits the day before on March 1st. Grab your favorite beverage and sit down and relax and check out our conversation.

Concert Review
Tony Orlando
February 27, 2024
The Avalon Theatre @ Fallsview Casino Resort
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Review/Photos: Joseph Suto

Back in January it was announced that Tony Orlando will retire from touring after 64 years in the business. He has headlined Vegas to numerous sellouts and played almost everywhere during his illustrious career. It was very fortunate for the fans that The Fallsview Casino Resort was selected for one of his final shows. Orlando 79, will turn 80 in April and decided the time was right for him to end with one final run of shows/ This will conclude at the Fallsview’s sister property at Mohegan Sun’s 10,000 seat arena in Uncasville, CT on March 22. Continue reading →

Concert Review
Colbie Caillat
Friday, February 23, 2024
OLG Stage @ Fallsview Casino Resort
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Review/Photos: Joseph Suto

It had been quite sometime since Colbie Caillat played Canada so it was a special treat to see her play at Fallsview Casino Resort last night. It’s always a delight to see an artist who not only has a lovely voice but also a soothing manner to her personality. There were no special props or gadgets to enhance the show. Just a solid backing band with Caillat delivering meaningful, quality lyrics and songs that have resonated well with the audience she attracts. Continue reading →

Concert Review
Bad Marriage
Rock N’ Roll Heaven
West Seneca, NY
Thursday February 15, 2024
Review/Photos: Joseph Suto

Bad Marriage out of Boston, MA came to play their first ever WNY show this past Thursday at Rock N Roll Heaven in West Seneca. The band is comprised of six members currently. The three guitar attack of guitarists featured Mike Fitz, Ian Haggerty and a name many were familiar with, Tommy Skeoch who was known for his time in Tesla and Bar 7. Vocalist Jonny P, bassist Todd Boisvert and drummer Mike Delaney rounded out the sextet. Continue reading →

In Conversation
Steve Hackett
Solo
Genesis

We spoke with Steve Hackett in advance of his latest release The Circus and The Nightwhale which comes out Friday February 16. He gives us an inside look at what will be his 30th solo release.

Concert Review
Honeymoon Suite
Aldo Nova
Men Without Hats
The Spoons
Saturday February 10, 2024
OLG Stage @ Fallsview Casino Resort
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Review/Photos: Joseph Suto

Whoever said the 80’s were dead just needed to take a stroll to the OLG Stage at Fallsview last night to see otherwise. A sold out crowd danced, sang along and rocked to the sounds of Honeymoon Suite, Aldo Nova, Men Without Hats and The Spoons. It was a great variety offered by these bands and they did not disappoint. One can hope we can see more shows like this in the future. Continue reading →