Oct 272022
 

It’s almost there again, next weekend the 15th edition of the annual Brainstorm Festival will begin, of course be held at Podium Gigant in Apeldoorn (NL). In addition to concerts on the mainstage, there will be a theater room for unplugged shows and interviews. The festival also offers an exhibition, a beer tasting and a small CD market, for the ultimate festival experience. 

Firewind‘s Gus G. is exited to play there, he invites you all to come to the festival. To see Firewind and countless other bands perform on stage. He writes:

I’ve got @BrainstormFest written all over my forehead! That’s how much I’m looking forward to this! This will be the last @firewindmusic show of 2022, hope to see all our Dutch fans there 🇳🇱🤘🏻🤘🏻

Check out Gus’ video message below:

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Apr 222016
 

Rob_Rock_2016_9aaMulti-camera video footage of Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G. — well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne‘s guitarist and as leader of his own band Firewind — performing the song ‘Brand New Revolution’ on April 16 at the Token Lounge in Westland, Michigan can be seen below (video filmed by George Pogacich, Michelle Kolbus and Rick Arnett).

Joining Gus on his current mini North American headlining tour are Jeramie Klinger (drums) and Taylor Nordberg (bass), both from The Absence, and Rob Rock of Impelliteri on vocals.

Said the guitarist: “Rob and I have been friends for many years; we toured Japan back in 2004 and have also co-written the title track of Rob‘s solo album, ‘Garden Of Chaos’, a few years ago. I couldn’t be happier that we [are] finally [touring] together again.”

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Mar 042016
 

Rob_Rock_2016_9aaGreek guitar virtuoso Gus G. — well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne‘s guitarist and as leader of his own band Firewind — will embark on a mini North American headlining tour from April 15 to April 24. He says of the trek:

“I’m stoked to announce that I’ll be joined by some amazing musicians on my upcoming North American dates: Jeramie Klinger (drums) and Taylor Nordberg (bass), both from The Absence, and on vocals we have the one and the only Rob Rock of Impellitteri. Rob and I have been friends for many years; we toured Japan back in 2004 and have also co-written the title track of Rob‘s solo album, ‘Garden Of Chaos’, a few years ago (listen below). I couldn’t be happier that we will finally tour together again. This tour just got more special. The shows will be intimate, packed and loud. Make sure not to miss it.”

He adds: “I will be playing mainly material from my two solo albums, but there will be some classic Firewind, Ozzy and Black Sabbath songs sprinkled into the set as well. These shows are not to be missed.” (dates and locations are listed below). Continue reading »