Author: Richard Rosenthal

Richard Rosenthal

Richard Rosenthal's history with Screamer Magazine goes way back to the summer of 1988, when he started writing for the publication. From 1988-1992, Richard was in the thick of it when the Sunset Strip was the hard rock and heavy metal capitol of the world. Spending many a night at the Whisky, the Roxy, Gazzarri's and the Troubadour, Richard covered both local bands as well as the biggest names in music. Now, as Screamer enters the digital age, Richard is excited to once again be contributing to the magazine.

THE BREW – Control

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The Brew might not be a familiar name to listeners in North America, but in the UK (their home country) as well as the rest of Europe it’s obviously a different story, as in June the band is playing a music festival in Germany headlined by Joe Bonamassa (if you don’t know who Bonamassa is,… Read more »


MONKS OF MELLONWAH – Turn The People

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Turn The People is an ambitious 13-track release from the Monks of Mellonwah, an immensely talented  alternative rock band from Australia. Considering the scope and accomplishment of the recording, the fact that the band members are in their 20’s is even more impressive. Attesting to the talent of the Monks, they attracted the attention of… Read more »


LORDS OF RUIN – Life Is A War

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On their website, Lords of Ruin boldly proclaim “For many years now, metal has taken a turn into a mega-fast, double bass, growling, cookie-monster type of a thing. Those elements are nowhere to be found here with Lords of Ruin.” Right out of the box on their EP Life Is A War they prove it,… Read more »


MICHAEL SCHENKER – Live at The Coach House, 2-15-14

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Michael Schenker is an enigma wrapped in mystery. A concert that lasted an hour and forty-five minutes, and not a single word from him to the audience. No a hello, not a good-bye, not a single song introduction. He played the entire gig in an almost trance-like state, with his eyes barely open. His playing,… Read more »


NAMM 2014

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Trade shows, by their nature, usually fly under the public radar. No one would particularly care about a plumbing products trade show—unless you happen to be a plumber (and even then that might be doubtful). The music industry is different. It is high-profile and glamorous, and everyone wants to go to the NAMM show. NAMM… Read more »


LITA FORD – LIVE at The Whisky 01/09/14

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There are concerts, and then there are concerts. The concerts are the ones you talk about for years, when you witness something special that in all likelihood will never be duplicated. Lita Ford’s concert at the Whisky in Hollywood was one of those rare events. The Whisky is holding a series of concerts in commemoration… Read more »


MICHAEL SCHENKER – Reunited And It Feels So Good

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One approaches an interview with Michael Schenker with both anticipation and trepidation. Anticipation, as Schenker is widely (and rightly) recognized as one of the greatest guitarists in hard rock, forged through his stints in UFO, the Scorpions and his solo projects. Trepidation, as Schenker and turmoil seem to follow each other—bands joined and quit, personality… Read more »


MICHAEL SCHENKER – Bridge The Gap

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Michael Schenker has traveled down a long, sometimes bumpy road on his way to being recognized as one of the premier guitarists in hard rock. Make no mistake, however: There is nothing ambiguous about Bridge The Gap. Schenker’s latest album has the potential to be recognized as one of the best efforts of his career,… Read more »


RICHIE ONORI – In the Name Of Freedom

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Richie Onori is angry. In fact, he’s more than angry—he’s pissed off, big time. Onori, a veteran rocker (drummer in the current iteration of The Sweet—remember Ballroom Blitz?) has released his latest album In The Name Of Freedom, and as one might imagine by the title, it’s a political album in the tradition that goes… Read more »


STAR OFF MACHINE – Live At House Of Blues

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Star Off Machine is a Southern California-based band that has achieved regional recognition, and is now setting their sights towards loftier goals. This gig was the band’s fan appreciation/record release party for their latest album, Wake Me Up. Celebrating the release of your new CD on a Sunday at 10:30 pm is a tough nut… Read more »


Boston – Love, Life & Hope

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The music of Boston might be thought of as “comfort music.” Like comfort food, comfort music is the mac and cheese of the music world—nothing particularly exotic, but straight-ahead music that can be counted on to pick you up when you’re sad, lonely or feeling a bit ill. Boston is more a rock orchestra than… Read more »


LITA FORD – The Bitch is Back…Live

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Live albums are always a challenge. They capture a spontaneous moment in the history of a band. Lacking the endless tinkering, overdubs and electronic effects that go into a studio recording, a live album is the answer to a simple question: Can the band bring it on stage? With The Bitch Is Back…Live, Lita Ford… Read more »