R.I.P. – Jared Koston

I’m very sad to report that Cleveland metal drummer Jared Koston of Venomin James, who has been battling stage 4 melanoma cancer, passed away this afternoon, surrounded by his family at home.  Jared leaves behind a wife and four kids, and as you might recall, because of his illness, Jared and his wife were unable […]

The Big Four are headed to a theater near you

Q: What is “The Big Four?” A:  Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax.  Duh! For one night only, metalheads around the world can experience history: On Tuesday, June 22, Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax perform on one stage together, and through the wonders of satellite technology, you can be part of this historic concert event, broadcast […]

Ronnie James Dio, R.I.P.

What a shock it was to wake up on Sunday morning to the news that heavy metal legend Ronnie James Dio had passed away, after a six month battle with stomach cancer.  All recent indications made it seem like Ronnie was winning the battle (in fact, he was on the “black metal” carpet in April […]

Happy Birthday to Stevie Wonder

Stevie is 60 years young today – here’s a cool clip of Stevie performing “Superstition” on Sesame Street in 1973, plus a related skit.  Apparently Stevie was JUST in the area for a couple of shows at Oberlin College (and a subsequent late night visit to Nighttown) – I can’t believe I missed a potential […]

Everybody Wang Chung Tonight!

It’s time for another 80’s music bulletin, this time courtesy of our good pals at The Winchester here in Cleveland: JUST ANNOUNCED: – WANG CHUNG – Everybody have fun on Sat 7/3! That’s right, if you’ve been waiting patiently for the chance to “Wang Chung,” you’ll have the opportunity to do it at The Winchester […]