Stories by Fingers
Bret Michaels Comes to Long Island
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL9s90U-Grc&feature=share&list=UUDYCIdqwL3Wz7iFrDoc2mRA Last night I broadcast Fingers Metal Shop live from the Emporium Bret Michaels show. When I got the opportunity to have a quick chat with Bret on his tour bus right before he hit the stage I took it. Check out “Fingers at Arm’s Length” episode for all of ...
Back For Black
The Mighty Sabbath Returns This June Black Sabbath will release their first full length studio album in 35 years this June. Titled “13” and produced by Rick Ruben and sadly, recorded without Bill Ward, this album is more than likely the last we will receive from the aging metallions. So ...
Did you ever go to a show no one else cared about?
Turning people on to music? Yes it’s my job! I remember heading over to Speaks in Island Park back in the 70’s to see a new Casablanca Recording act called Trigger. I know “Who the hell is Trigger?” The interest came because they were on the same label as Kiss, ...
No Fools on the April First
Cheap Tricks Robin Zander and his band performed AC/DC's "It's a Long Way to the Top" last night (4/1/13) at The Hideaway Cafe in St. Petersburg, FL. with guests George Harris and Randy Jackson of Zebra. My question is that Mark Hit playing guitar on the left? http://youtu.be/kP1sWA9up0A
The Power of Panties
Superstition is usually held by the players but in this case it’s the player’s wife. New York Mets pitcher Jon Niese opened the season with a win today at Citi field. Could it be due to Jon’s lovely bride wearing her luck panties? Either way we’ll take the win. Check ...
Silly Rabbit Kix Are for Kids
One of the best good times, fun rockin, and live bands from the 80’s is KIX and they are coming back to LI on April 5th to play Revolutions (Ollie’s Point). I had a chance to chat with front man Steve Whiteman who made me realize it has been a ...
Fingers Talks With Bret Michaels
He’ Baack!! I have known Bret Michaels for some 30 years now and I can tell you that he is not only a consummate professional but a great person. He always gives 110% to entertain us and puts equal effort into helping others. Listen in as we chat about his ...
New Rock Music Releases
Every Tuesday new music get released!This week’s releases include: Iron Maiden – Maiden England ’88 [Live] Stephen Stills – Carry On [Box Set] Sebastian Bach – Abachalypse Now [Live] Joe Bonamassa – An Acoustic Evening at the Vienna Opera House [Live] I just got Abachalypes Now and plan on getting ...
Jim Carrey on Gun Control
Holy Moses I mean Damn You Damn You All to Hell LOL No Matter your opinion on gun control, this is funny! Jim Carrey gives a hilarious social commentary in this spoof that is sure to ruffle Charlton Heston (Even from underground) and the rest of the NRA’s feathers. Click ...
Randy Rhoads Coffee Table Book
When a young Ron Sobol started taking picture of his friends Kevin Dubrow and Randy Rhoads he had no idea where it would go. In his new book “Randy Rhoads - The Quiet Riot Years” Ron shares the pictures with us along with wonderful stories and a look into the ...
Fingers Speaks With Ozzy
Back in 1987, I had the pleasure of spending almost an hour with Ozzy Osbourne in the studios of the old WBAB building over on RT 109. We talked about everything from Randy Rhoads and the Tribute album to his addictions and life struggles, John Lennon and more. Please keep ...
Randy Rhoads on Fingers Metal Shop
31 years ago we lost a great one. Celebrate the life and music of Randy Rhoads with FMS. Tune in this Sunday (3/24/13) at 9pm for a Fingers Metal Shop celebration of the beloved Randy Rhoads. What is your favorite Randy Rhoads featured track?
Peter Banks' body to be released
All too often our rock and roll hero’s pass on with nothing but their legacy left behind. Various reasons contribute to these artists being left in the lurch so to speak, poor planning, bad management, abuse and a host of other failings and shortcomings. So it was with guitarist and ...
Huge loss for music world
RIP Alvin Lee Singer, writer, guitar legend and “Ten Years After” front man Alvin Lee passed suddenly this morning after complications from a routine surgery. He was 68 years old. Alvin managed to stay relevant in an industry of antiquated crap. He was a guitar man admired by guitar men ...
Heavy subject from the metal guy
Fun can be a dangerous game. I have historically been the party animal in my group although somewhere in my 30's I finally grew up. I think lol. For me and many others drinking and drugs in general became a way of life in the '80s and early '90s. The ...
What would they be like if they lived?
In all the years I have loved and lived music, one consistent question comes up again and again. What would they be like if they lived? Janis, Jimi, Jim, Kurt, Stevie, the list goes on for quite a stretch. It is certainly worth pondering. Over the years, this live track ...
Fingers talks with George Thorogood
George Thorogood has sold over 15 million records and toured relentlessly pretty much since 1974. His songs have become a staple in any rock and roll, blues, or guitar lover’s library. Of course his tracks are always on the radio and he had a string of popular videos back in ...
Testament Overkill Flotsam & Jetsam a heavy hat trick
Friday night Fingers Metal Shop concert series and the Paramount in Huntington are gonna show the metal love with an amazing trifecta featuring Testament, Overkill and Flotsam & Jetsam on The Dark Roots of Thrash Tour. Ahead of the show I spoke with Testament front man Chuck Billy about the ...
Fingers Asking for Your Help for Another
I have been blessed with the job I wanted as a child, two wonderful healthy children, a fantastic woman, a great circle of friends and the comfort of knowing God has my back. It is for these reasons I have heartfelt gratitude and embrace the opportunity to shine a light ...
Sometimes Love Sucks and There is Music to Prove It!
St. Valentine’s is a day that lovers and partners romance each other. We adorn each other with cards and gifts and flowers and candy in an effort to prove our love and adoration for each other. There is nothing wrong with this however let’s be real do we really need ...
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