This week, Austin Winkler and Hinder – the band that he has fronted since its inception in 2001 – parted ways for reasons that are not entirely clear. The reaction to the announcement was met with disbelief, disappointment, sadness and even anger by diehard Hinder fans. Many fans believe that Winkler’s distinct voice will be […]
Behind The Music Remastered: Deep Purple
It’s no secret to any Deep Purple fan that lineup changes through the years have been plentiful. However, most people don’t realize that that band was born out of a supergroup called Roundabout, which by design, had a revolving door policy. Ritchie Blackmore was the original Roundabout guitarist, but he quickly grew tired of the […]
Heaven + Earth – "Dig": Hard Rock Daddy Album Review
Ever since guitar legend, Ritchie Blackmore, shifted his focus from classic, blues-based hard rock to renaissance-inspired folk music, there has been a musical void for fans of Deep Purple and Rainbow. Until now! Heaven + Earth is poised to fill that void with “Dig” – one of the best bluesy hard rock albums to come […]
