Rachael Skinner
Brian Ritchie – an Xperience Interview – by Rachael Skinner. Brian Ritchie is a skilled multi-instrumentalist and founding member/bassist of Milwaukee’s iconic punk/folk band, the Violent Femmes. Throughout his career, Ritchie has produced his own solo albums and participated in various musical projects. Among these pursuits is his passion for playing the shakuhachi, a traditional […]
Exodus – Empire Live – Review by Jesse Skinner and Photos by Rachael Skinner Bay area Thrash Metal legends Exodus, graced the stage at Albanys premiere live entertainment venue Empire Live on November 17th 2024. Releasing a toxic assult of bare knuckle brawl style thrash, kicking ass and destroying ear drums. Spanning almost […]
Interview by Rachael Skinner. Yulan & Blaise is a remarkably gifted duo made up of Yulan Jack and Blaise Garza. Yulan Jack boasts a rich background that ranges from classical singing to screen performances, including a role in the Emmy-nominated series “Deadloch.” Blaise Garza, a versatile multi-instrumentalist, has spent two decades with the iconic band, […]
GWAR EMPIRE LIVE ALBANY NY REVIEW BY RACHAEL SKINNER PHOTOGRAPHY BY RACHAEL SKINNER The legendary Scumdogs of the Universe – GWAR brought all the murderously magical heavy metal mayhem all the way from space to Empire Live in Albany, NY on November 2, 2024. Their bohabs had summoned their killer force – many of them […]
Words by Jesse Skinner. Emerging onto the stage looking like a decaying mob of squids, stage lights flickering as if a looming doom is about ready to take shape. To subtly add to the horror, the vocalist was wearing a fluffy, pink fur coat… All while everyone was wondering, how in the hell did these […]
Words by Jesse Skinner. On Saturday, November 2, Legendary Scumdogs of the Universe GWAR led their tour of intergalactic carnage to Albany’s Empire Live. Opening for them was none other than “The ineffable Kings of Black Metal” Dark Funeral. Dark Funeral have been wreaking havoc for over 30 years, breathing new life into the black […]
Interview and Photography by Rachael Skinner. A Series of Questions with Kisstory Dave Bariteau (PAUL STANLEY) What led you to your journey to be a part of one of the greatest tribute bands to KISS and what led you to choose your character? Dave Bariteau: My name is Dave and I play Paul Stanley. I […]
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Interview by Jesse Skinner. Photo by Rachael Skinner. Emerging from Albany, the local band Gozer is gaining recognition for their distinctive approach to gritty hard rock and doom songwriting. This style is closely linked to the subgenres of stoner rock and doom metal, characterized by low-tuned guitars and a strong influence from the iconic band […]
Words by Jesse Skinner. On Saturday, September 14th, the Rock The Lake Music Festival took place in Lake George, New York, where a stage adorned with KISS ARMY flags fluttered in the wind. Fans gathered in anticipation to witness The Hottest Band in The World perform. However, with KISS announcing their retirement in December 2023, […]
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