Rambling Man's Reviews

Photo courtesy of Anselm Anderson Reviewed by Anselm Anderson Legendary NWOBHM icons Saxon celebrated over forty years of their second album ' Wheels of Steel " last night at a jam-packed 02 Apollo Theatre in Manchester, England . I arrived on a moderately cold evening under dusky clouds to watch Biff and co. play the album in its entirety. They were joined by former Accept frontman Udo Dirkschneider to celebrate forty years of ' Balls to the Wall ,' along with a local band called Untamed Silence . It was the latter who kicked off the night with their version of modern blues and powerful soulful vocals. The female-fronted band earnestly tried to get the half-full, sleepless crowd on their feet. The heavily tattooed vocalist strutted around the stage, belting out vocals and smiling at a crowd that finally showed signs of life under the glossy blue lights and smoke-filled stage. After a brief pause, the petite UDO took the stage, joined by guitarists Dee Dammers ...

Photo Credit:Medusa/Julian Molinero Written by Anselm Anderson The British rock group Medusa has released an innovative new concert film titled "Medusa: Live in London - The Motion Picture" via R ealm29 Films. Guitarist and singer-songwriter Julian Molinero played a key role in directing the film, which chronicles the band's journey and challenges as they prepare to perform on a boat. What started as an independent project has evolved into an exciting initiative for this independent rock band, capturing the attention of Sky Arts and the British Film Industry.  The concert film is set along the River Thames, but it features footage of the band on tour in the United States and North America. It transitions into an animated segment where the band performs and wreaks havoc in London. The video also explores the band's history, focusing on Julian Molinero, by visiting childhood homes, schools, and the venue of their first gig, all before the concert begins on the boat....