Heart, Cheap Trick and Joan Jett Rock NJ

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Michael Cavacini

Last weekend I attended a terrific concert dubbed the “Rock Hall Three For All.” On the bill was Heart, Cheap Trick and Joan Jett. While all three acts turned in great performances, Heart and Cheap Trick stole the show. The night was filled with more than 40 songs, many of them hits that the crowd knew and gladly sang along to. If you have an opportunity to see this great tour, do so. You won’t be disappointed. To give you a taste of what to expect, below are several photos and videos I captured during this special evening. Enjoy!

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Music Review: Beautiful Broken by Heart

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Michael Cavacini

Today, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Heart released their 16th album: Beautiful Broken. Heart has sold over 35 million albums during their impressive career, and this release is their first in four years. The album consists of reinterpretations of classic Heart tracks, as well as three new cuts. The title track and first single features a dynamic guest vocal contribution by Metallica’s James Hetfield with Ann Wilson.

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A Conversation With Cheap Trick’s Robin Zander

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Michael Cavacini

132 On Thursday night I went to go see the Robin Zander Band (RZB) perform in New York City, and it was a terrific show. I had first seen Robin with Cheap Trick a few months back on KISS Kruise IV, and I also attended one of his solo acoustic shows during the cruise. Both concerts were great, and the RZB performance this past week was just as compelling. It was two hours of fun classic rock in an intimate setting, and I got to meet Robin after the concert. Check out the band’s website for upcoming tour dates as they put on a show you don’t want to miss.

In addition to attending a great concert and meeting Robin, his band and his son, I had the opportunity to interview Robin Zander on Friday right before he hit the stage. We talked about everything from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to KISS to new Cheap Trick music. Also included below are photos and videos from the RZB concert in New York City. Enjoy!

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