We sally forth with more Queensrÿche albums – taking on the follow-up to “Operation: Mindcrime” with “Empire!” Did they make their best record? Did they influence Metallica to make the “Black Album?” Watch and see! Continue reading
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CONCERT REVIEW: Queensryche and Armored Saint – Live at Ace of Spades
Ace of Spades is a short drive from my home, here in Sacramento, but unless I really want to deal with humans, I do not get there often. In this town, I do not know security, the will-call person, or anyone for that matter, so when I do go it is always a crap shoot if something goes sideways. However, this time I made sure I was getting in; no matter if a photopass was waiting for me or not. With tickets in hand, I was not missing this show, I checked in! Continue reading
Michael “Whip” Wilton of Queensrÿche Talks “The Verdict”, Longevity, and Looking at the Future
Long-running Heavy Metal legends Queensrÿche recently released their excellent new album The Verdict on Century Media Records. We caught up with founding member Michael “Whip” Wilton at their sold-out show at Irving Plaza in New York City and talked about the new album, the loyalty of their fans, working with Chris “Zeuss” Harris, the bands’ approach to music videos, their tour plans for the rest of 2019, some key upcoming milestone album anniversaries in their career, and much more. Interview by Keefy and videography by Omar Cordy of OJC Photography. Continue reading