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Reviews:
Creed Summer of ’99 & Beyond Music Festival – San Bernardino, CA – 8/31/2024
The Glen Helen Amphitheatre provided a perfect backdrop for the festival, with its expansive outdoor setting and excellent acoustics. The atmosphere was electric, with fans eagerly anticipating Creed’s performance. The festival had a nostalgic vibe, celebrating the...
Sammy Hagar at MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas, NV – 8/9/2024
Friday night's concert at the MGM Grand Arena in Last Vegas was part of Sammy Hagar’s “Best of All Worlds” tour, which celebrates his extensive career, particularly his time with Van Halen. The tour has been a hit with fans, especially those nostalgic for the Van...
The Struts & Barns Courtney – Pittsburgh, PA – 8/11/2024
Last night, The Struts were joined by supporting act Barns Courtney indoors at Stage AE on Pittsburgh's North Shore. Barns Courtney is an English singer/songwriter who first signed a record deal at the age of nineteen with Island Records out of Los Angeles for...
Interviews:
Interview with James Kottak of Kingdom Come
The Pure Rock Shop caught up with drummer James Kottak to discuss the upcoming Kingdom Come tour kicking off later this month in celebration of the the band's 30th Anniversary. James tells fans what to expect from their upcoming live shows, and hinted at more to come...
Billy Morris Talks about His Band’s New Album Holdin’ All the Aces
The Pure Rock Shop caught up with Billy Morris in nearby Cleveland, Ohio to discuss the debut release from Billy Morris and the Sunset Strip, Holdin’ All the Aces, plans for a book about his role as a hired gun, Tuff's weekend plans for shows in Green Bay, WI and...
Chris Caffery Discusses Latest Solo Album The Jester’s Court
Chris Caffery caught up with The Pure Rock Shop on WNJR 91.7 FM to discuss the July release of his latest solo album, The Jester's Court, as well as the completion of his Spirits of Fire project with Tim "Ripper" Owens. Check it out here: Catch Chris in September for...
News:
THE DEAD DAISIES KICK OFF AN ACTION-PACKED 2024
THE DEAD DAISIES are gearing up for a truly ambitious and global 2024! The first single off the new album called "Light 'Em Up" will be released on May 10th! You can pre-save the song here. "Hey Gang, we are releasing our first single "Light 'Em Up" on May 10th, from...
LA Post-Punk Collective PETE REPEAT Releases Debut Album, Time Ruins Everything
Los Angeles' fiery new post-punk band PETE REPEAT has released their eagerly awaited, debut album, Time Ruins Everything, with WITHYN Records. Formed by punk rock aficionado Oren Cohen as a vessel for frustration during the pandemic, PETE REPEAT creates timeless...
Metal Veterans Quiet Riot Will Headline ROCK FOR RONNIE Concert
Limited VIP Seating for ROCK FOR RONNIE 'Year of the Dragon' Celebration Nearly Sold OutMetal Veterans Quiet Riot Will Headline Concert Event on Sunday Afternoon, May 19 BenefitingRonnie James Dio Stand Up & Shout Cancer Fund Due to high demand, a limited number...
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