Resist & Bite Frontman Nathan Utz Introduces his Band
In follow-up to Resist & Bite's performance at Masquerade in Philadelphia this past weekend, I decided that it was time we get the scoop on this band fronted by Nathan Utz...
Nitro Nitra Recaps Masquerade and Introduces Her Rock Voice
Nitro Nitra is an alternative rock singer from Wilmington, Delaware.She has been singing since before she could even walk, but challenges in life kept her from reaching her full potential.Listen into...
The Pure Rock Shop talks “Force Majeure” with Kenny and Don “Crash” from H.E.A.T.
The Pure Rock Shop caught up with H.E.A.T. frontman Kenny Leckremo and drummer Don "Crash" for the scoop on the band's latest single "Hollywood," and their upcoming album Force Majeure, which is due...
Liliac Singer Tells us How She Drew Inspiration from the Mighty Ronnie James Dio
LILIAC, the definitive rock sibling band, is stoked to announce additional Moonlight 2022 tour dates including festivals, fairs, casinos, theatre and clubs.Listen in to our interview with front woman Melody to learn...
MASQUERADE: A TRUE ROCK ‘N ROLL EXPERIENCE RETURNS AFTER COVID-19
For two years, the world as most people knew it, was turned upside down. Ever since Covid-19 brought concerts and tours to a crashing halt, the global live music industry has...
M3 Rock Festival – Day 2 – May 7, 2022
With the Extreme camp down for the count, our friend's from Enuff Z’Nuff joined the party on the second day of the M3 Rock Festival. Despite the rain and fatigue from the...
Thunder’s Luke Morley talks about the Inspiration for New Double Album, Dopamine
The Pure Rock Shop was so excited to catch up with Guitarist, songwriter and Thunder co-founder Luke Morley to discuss the release of the band's brand new double-album, Dopamine, which came out...
Pete Evick Discusses the Inspiration behind his latest Solo Work
Pete Evick is an award-winning musician / producer / songwriter / author who has spent the last 19 years touring the world as the music director and guitar player for rock...
Firewind’s Gus G. Checks-In From the Road
Guitarist Gus G., founder of the band Firewind caught up with The Pure Rock Shop following his band's soundcheck at The Roxian Theater in McKees Rocks, just outside of Pittsburgh, PA. The...
Reckless Love Frontman Olli Herman talks band history, influences & new album Turborider
We sat down for a special video interview with frontman Olli Herman from the Finnish sleaze rocker band Reckless Love on the eve of the band's debut of Turborider.Given that the band has...
Dragonforce Guitarist Herman Li Talks Tour, Videos and Twitch
Got a chance to catch up with master shredder Herman Li from Dragonforce to discuss the band's current tour and latest album Extreme Power Metal. Known as the fastest band in...
Adrian Vandenberg Recaps the Monsters of Rock Cruise and Tells us What’s Next for...
After bringing the band Vandenberg back in 2020 with a new album and a new line-up, the pandemic stalled any plans for touring. In fact, the band had only performed one...