Back in October 1990, I entered a contest offered on a Milwaukee radio station called, "Lazer103 Rock-Jock." The contest was simple, really; write them a letter & tell them why they should pick my entry. So, I wrote the letter and I WON, and the rest is history! Ten days later I would have my first radio gig. Since then I have worked in radio part-time (around my full-time jobs) in Beaver Dam and Appleton, WI, Tuscon, AZ, and for the past 14 years, right here in Rochester, MN. I enjoy going to concerts and supporting live music, My absolute favorite band live is ZZ - TOP, who I've seen LIVE 30 times, uncle Ted Nugent 26 times, and many more artists/bands multiple times. Some of my other 'favs' are Stone Temple Pilots & Black Sabbath. And yes, I have met both Scott Weiland & Ozzy. Add Metallica, Smashing Pumpkins, Pink Floyd, along with Neil Young & Foo Fighters, to new acts like Royal Blood and Greta Van Fleet. Basically, I like anything that ROCKS with a hard guitar edge. I have been to over 500 concerts, and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. I enjoy my gas grill, growing heirloom Hungarian peppers on my deck, playing acoustic guitar & harmonica, along with my full-time job working outdoors at a local, well-known garden center on 2nd St. in Rochester. Working here at Z-Rock is a true passion, and it is still as thrilling and fun as it was on my first day in radio. Oh yeah, I am a proud papa, grand dad, and five-year Navy aviation veteran, too! LONG LIVE THE MUSIC...........LONG LIVE ROCK! \m/\m/
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra Interview and Performance of ‘This Is Christmas Day’
Al Pitrelli and Russell Allen of Trans-Siberian Orchestra sit down to talk about their new rock opera ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’, the history of TSO, along with an outstanding acoustic performance!
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Dude Crushes Skynyrd’s ‘Simple Man’ in His Kitchen
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Train Wreck’s Concert List for 2016 – Recap
Well, 2016 was a pretty good year with regards to concerts. My mission for the year was quality, verses quantity! I think I achieved that with four 'titans' in the world of Rock & Roll. See if you agree! - HIT THE PHOTO GALLERY- - POST YOUR LIST ON FACEBOOK -
Ultimate Fan – Rochester ‘The Walking Dead’ Fan Needs Your Vote!
Meet Melissa (Mel) Valeriano , Registered Nurse, Rochester resident, and HARDCORE 'The Walking Dead' fanatic!
AUDITION VIDEO + SHE NEEDS YOUR VOTE!
Busy During the Holidays? How Much Sleep are You Getting?
During the holiday season it always seems to be regular complaint... I'm getting stressed out!
Northern Invasion Snapshot – Get to Know Rival Sons
With the line-up announcement to Northern Invasion 2017 this past Monday you may have noticed some acts that you're not familiar with. Let's take a deeper look, shall we? VIDEO + EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS
From The Lap Of ‘Grandpa Train Wreck’
OK, so I'm old. You got a problem with that?
Remember when Florence Henderson And Ozzy Made Us Laugh In This Commercial?
Many of you may not remember this TV commercial airing. Whether it jogs your memory or not, it's still absolutely hilarious! A Pop Culture moment? You be the judge!
Beards Are Not Going Away Anytime Soon, So Grow A Beard! [VIDEO]
Perhaps the video & song to follow are just what you need to finally grow that beard. Go ahead....I DARE YOU!
TSO: T’was A Bucket List Item Checked-Off When I Saw Them Live
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra was on my 'bucket list' for a long, long time. I was blown away when I saw them ((LIVE)) in 2014 for the 1st time, and went back for a 2nd round in 2015.