Not often does one throw out the word “supergroup” when discussing a new band but The Effect defy that statement. Even though the band is young, the members are all seasoned musicians with a ton of experience both on the road and in the studio. Guitarist Trev Lukather is the son of Toto’s Steve Lukather. Drummer, Nic Collins is Phil Collins’ offspring. Steve Maggiora on keys has toured extensively with Toto and newcomer Emmett Stang […]
For the second time in just about a year, Blacktop Mojo played a killer set at the Webster Underground in Hartford. AMP reviewed their previous show last October. That performance was amazing. This tour stop was even better. Blacktop‘s sound is a hybrid of melodic hard rock laced with elements of metal, pop, blues and southern bogie. Their wondrous music creates a spirit like no other. Blacktop‘s vibrant musicianship and dynamic stage presence envelopes their […]
Monday night, December 6th I took the train into New York City to see Genesis at Madison Square Garden on their The Last Domino? Tour. This was a band that I listened to growing up but did not think I was going to ever see live. When this tour was announced I knew I was attending even if it was a work night. Genesis members Phil Collins, Tony Banks, and Mike Rutherford reunited on stage […]
