Articles by Randy Falsetta

Joe Bonamassa at the Fox Theatre Review - Blues On Steroids

Joe Bonamassa, a fourth-generation musician born and raised in New Hartford, New York, has in all likelihood put more miles on a guitar than most veteran blues artists twice his age

"Memphis" in Motown Review - Turn Up Your Radio Dials

“Memphis” is from its first to its final scene an incredibly energetic performance

Jonny Lang Ignites the Fox Theatre Review - Forever Red, White & Blues

From the piercing tone of his Custom Shop Thinline Fender Telecaster to his incredible gritty vocal tone often compared to that of a seasoned blues veteran, Lang appeared destined for musical greatness

Jersey Hits Motown Review - "The Boys Are Back In Town"

The documentary-style musical follows the rags-to-riches tale of how four New Jersey youths propelled themselves through a relentless music industry to become one of the greatest pop sensations in history

Steve Vai "reVaitalizes" the Royal Oak Music Theatre Review - Raw Virtuosity

With well over two hours of an assault on your ribcage, the set-list`s thundering anthems spanned Vai`s epic collection of musical masterpieces

Train Arrive at the Meadow Brook Music Festival Review - Not Just A Drive By

Glancing out across the floor of the Meadow Brook Music Theatre, it was clear to see that fans of Grammy Award-winning band Train were in fact there for the music

Judas Priest's Farewell at Joe Louis Arena Review - The "Epitaph Tour" 2011

A spectacle for both eyes and ears, the two and a half hour show put an exclamation mark at the end of a career-spanning statement declaring themselves as music’s true “metal gods”

“Wicked” in Motown Review – Revisit the Land of Oz

“Wicked”, The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz, returned to Detroit in all of its spellbinding majesty

CityCenter, Las Vegas Review - The 'Center' of the Universe

Though what happens in Vegas may truly stay in Vegas, the CityCenter experience is certain to return home with you

Kid Rock with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Review - A Rock 'n' Rap Opera

Known for his energetic performances and no holds barred attitude, Kid Rock turned a top hat and tails evening at the symphony into a t-shirt and jeans rock 'n' rap opera

Rafael Moriera Review - Discovering The Voice

An explosive guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and producer, his beliefs and strong will have guided him to discovering the ‘voice’ inside himself as well as in others

KISS Invade Caesars Windsor Review - Truly KISStoric

Aptly penned the “Hottest Show On Earth” tour, KISS brought their bombastic stage to the Colosseum inside Caesars Windsor once again to a sold-out crowd

Eddie Vedder Solo at Detroit's Fox Theatre Review - An Alternative Performance

For one evening, the elegant Fox Theater was transformed into a living room-style intimate setting which played host to Vedder’s solo acoustic tour

Deep Purple at the Fox Theatre Detroit Review - Classic Rock Revisited

With an eclectic audience ranging from the newest to the deepest of Purple fans, all were revved up for their long-awaited return to North America after a four-year absence

Sean "The Pen" Garrett Review - UnRapping A Star

With a legacy of 17 #1 hits and an additional 42 Top 10’s, his journey will no doubt lead to even greater success

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Las Vegas Review - Leave Planet Earth For A While

As one of the ‘hippest’ properties this desert destination has to offer, its ultra-colourful décor is catered to a youthful, yet sophisticated clientele

West Side Story at the Fisher Theatre Review - Experience A Classic

Detroit’s Fisher Theatre welcomed an exhilarating audience as it hosted the opening to the North American touring production of the smash hit Broadway revival of West Side Story

Art Expressions Review - Express Your Eclectic Taste

Windsor, Canada offers its residents as well as cross-border shoppers an outlet to satisfy their distinctive art and home décor needs

ZZ Top 'Texafy' the WFCU Centre Review - Same 3 Members, Same 3 Chords

With their image as unforgettable as their music, the All-American blues trio stylishly rocked the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Them Crooked Vultures Land in Windsor Review - A Rare Breed of Musicianship

Currently promoting their "Deserve the Future Tour", the Los Angeles-based trio filled the Colosseum in Caesars Casino Windsor with an unquestionably diverse crowd

Gypsy Kings at The Colosseum Review - Flamenco Meets Salsa Funk

From opener “Djobi, Djoba” to encore “Bamboleo”, it became increasingly more difficult for even the most reserved fan to not want to ‘Salsa’ and ‘Mambo’ the night away

The Phantom of the Opera Review - The Phant-astic Return of a Classic

Let “The Music of the Night” bring you back to the beauty of theatre

Kiss Destroy Caesars Windsor Casino - Still the Hottest Band in the World

From the opener “Deuce” to the sensational finale “Detroit Rock City” the two-hour set left no one oblivious to what had just taken place - the show of all shows

The 15th Annual Bluesfest International - Windsor’s Ted Boomer’s Return of the Blues

The one event which is certain to attract music fanatics not only locally, but throughout the bordering city of Detroit, Michigan, is this year’s 15th Annual Bluesfest International

Magnetico "Songs About The World" CD Review - NoHo Trio Truly Magnetic

A CD highly energized with guitar-heavy song writing alongside meaningful lyrics

B. B. King and Buddy Guy Live at the Fox Theatre Review - Blues is King in Detroit

Fans of the blues hope that the thrill will never be gone

Jewel Live at Caesars Windsor Review - A Rare Acoustic Performance

Armed with only two guitars, a microphone and many personal stories and anecdotes, Jewel offered up the ingredients which have carried her successfully through her 13 year career in the music industry

Metallica Live In Detroit Review - A "Magnetic" Attraction

With James Hetfield as their commander-in-chief the mighty Metallic army filled the arena to capacity

Blue Man Group at Caesars Windsor Casino Review - Vegas in a Blue Collar City

The extravagant grease-painted trio best recognized for their splattering of paint, primal drumming rhythms, vaudeville-style stage antics and multimedia images amazed all in attendance

Joe Satriani Live at the Royal Oak Music Theatre Review - Professor Satchafunkilus and the Musterion of Rock Tour

Satriani's twelfth and most current cd/tour “Professor Satchafunkilus and the Musterion of Rock” teams Satch up with legendary bassist Stu Hamm, drummer Jeff Campitelli and additional guitarist/tour manager Galen Henson