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He c0-founded Guns N Roses, enjoyed commercial success with LA Guns and now he’s battling to retain his identity in the face of another band with the same name – he’s Tracii Guns and he’s still firing on all cylinders!

In the latest rushonrock exclusive interview we talk simmering rivalries, blasts from the past and the reissue of a defining album. And don’t forget – you can catch LA Guns at Hard Rock Hell 2010. Read the rest of this entry »

They’re the latest band to roll off the conveyor belt that is classic German rock and the boys from Kissin’ Dynamite wear their metal/sleaze influences on their sleeves.

Packing their cracking major label debut Addicted To Metal with soaring hooks and singalong choruses what’s not to like about the Teutonic trailblazers?

We can’t wait to see them hit the UK very soon – for now check out what teen singer Hannes Braun has to say about all things metal. Read the rest of this entry »

This week we check out new releases from Joe Elliott’s much vaunted side project Down N Outz - available now with Classic Rock Magazine – and retro singer songwriter Chris Singleton.

There’s some sensational old skool metal from Swedes Grand Magus.

And we review and rate the latest Metal Heaven releases as Bad Habit and Wicked Sensation deliver the melodic rock soundtracks to your summer. Read the rest of this entry »

Dan Reed Network – Come Back Baby (Reed) b/w Come Alive (Reed) & Make It Easy (Reed)

1989

Dan Reed Network’s brand of easy listening funk rock really hit the mark as the MTV generation were hitting their stride and this mixed race multi-talented band delivered two outstanding records at the turn of the decade.

Their self-titled debut preceded Slam and both albums won widespread acclaim.

Support slots with Def Leppard, on the final leg of the Hysteria tour, Bon Jovi and the Rolling Stones reinforced DRN’s status as the musicians’ ban of choice in the late 80s/early 90s. But the onset of grunge and a lack of label support led to an indefinite hiatus in 1993. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s another great week for rock and metal releases and as usual we’ve got a whole mix of genres covered. From the sleaze rock fury of returning heroes The Glitterati to the NWOBHM angst that is Judas Priest thru the agric-rock of Legendary Shack Shakers – we’ve got it all!

Plus there’s a look at the latest offerings from the fantastic Frontiers Records stable with John Waite‘s new solo live album and the newie from Scando stars Pretty Maids taking centre stage. Read the rest of this entry »

This week we catch up with the hot new release from US punks The Swellers and check out a compact but catchy compilation of Disturbed‘s best work to date.

We review and rate Hollywood hard rockers Snew and deliver our verdict on Danish crew Clonecircle. Read the rest of this entry »

We don’t get to watch too many DVDs at rushonrock HQ but when we do we enjoy nothing more than a slice of real life live action.

And this month there’s a couple of cracking films out there as the UK’s ultimate rock and roll troubadour goes head to head with a bunch of skater thrash legends.

For the official lowdown on Frank Turner and Suicidal Tendencies on film read on. Read the rest of this entry »

He’s always had the potential to be a folk rocker and this week Self Made Man reveals he’s partial to a little listen of Lindisfarne from time to time.

As every good North East lad should be.

To hear our favourite blogger’s views on Alan Hull and co. read on.

He’s fronted Savatage and continues to lend his considerable vocal talents to Trans Siberian Orchestra and Jon Oliva’s Pain – Jon Oliva has been one of rock’s finest singers for three decades.

With the new JOP album, Festival, gaining critical acclaim across the world and a full raft of Savatage reissues on the way 2010 is already shaping up to be a big year for the big man.

We caught up with Jon Oliva to bring you the latest rushonrock exclusive. Enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »

One of the star attractions at Hard Rock Hell 2009 has confirmed a special show this summer – kicking off what could be the UK’s latest mini festival.

Tigertailz were in sparkling form at Prestatyn before Christmas and the band will play a headline show in Newcastle on July 2.

And rushonrock understands the Welsh band’s confirmation means promoters are pressing ahead with longstanding plans to deliver a two-day festival on Tyneside. Names in the frame include recent visitors The Crave, New Generation Superstars and local faves Fables Last Stand. Read the rest of this entry »