Aaron Joy & Roman Midnight Music Presents: The World Of Trans-Siberian Orchestra!
Summary: Respected music critic/author Aaron Joy (former owner of Roman Midnight Music record label/marketing, CD reviewer www.romanmidnightmusic.blogspot.com, host of blogtalkradio's "Roman Midnight Music CD Reviews & Interviews" & "The Maine Music Journal" & biographer of TSO guitarist Al Pitrelli) takes a weekly look at the enigma that is the popular rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Loved by some, decried by others for leaving its metal roots; a rehash of past music or braving new musical frontiers; a band or a revolving door of musicians; past it's prime or the most revolutionary rock band out there? Includes music clips, discussion, history. Each episode is theme driven, looking at the past, present & future & all things TSO related, including Savatage. *** This show is in no way formally associated with TSO/Savatage or any of its participants or Night Castle Management. *** The show is now off the air, but feel free to contact Aaron via facebook or aronmatyas@hotmail.com Transcriptions of all interviews can be found on his interviews blog http://www.aaronjoyrockinterviews.blogspot.com.
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Podcasts:
Early Savatage studio demo recordings by the original line-up from 1981/82 while the band was known as Avatar and before recording their debut album "Sirens". Submitted by listener Mike 'The Big Cheese', host of the Heavy Metal Mayhem podcast on blogtalkradio, from the bootleg album "Beyond The Doors Of The Pit".
A look at one of the many tribute bands dedicated to Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Savatage. Devastage is a Brazilian band. Featuring a medley of songs from a live concert, the only known public recording of the band. Devastage has been recognized for its contributions by Savatage vocalist Zak Stevens.
The earliest known recordings of Savatage, from the time when they were still Avatar, including an early rehearsal of 'Twisted Little Sister' from their future debut album "Sirens" and the first recorded Avatar concert pre-dating by a few months the famed Clearwater Florida bootleg concert. Featuring the original Savatage line-up of Jon Oliva, Criss Oliva, Steve Wacholz, Keith Collins.
A look at original Savatage bassist Keith Collins, 1981-1985, who performed with Savatage in its earlier incarnation as Avatar through their first three albums: 'Sirens', 'The Dungeons Are Calling' & 'Power Of The Night'.
A look a the original Savatage drummer David "Dr. Killdrums" Walcholz, 1980-1993. He played on a majority of the Savatage albums: Sirens, The Dungeons Are Calling, Power Of The Night, Fight For The Rock, Hall Of The Mountain King, Gutter Ballet, Streets: A Rock Opera, Edge Of Thorns.
A look at the second Savatage album "The Dungeons Are Calling", featuring the original line-up and coming out of the same sessions as their first album "Sirens".
Looking at the 1983 death/speed metal debut album by Savatage featuring original line-up of Jon Oliva, Criss Oliva, Keith Collins, Steve Wacholz. Cut short due to internet failure.
Looking at the musical career of Mary Wooten whose cello infamously runs through the Savatage/Trans-Siberian Orchestra hit "Sarajevo (Christmas Eve 12/24)".
A look at the Christian/religious/good samaritan ideology underneath the stories behind the music of TSO.
A look at the music of the popular new age/fusion orchestra Mannheim Steamroller which paved the way for Trans-Siberian Orchestra in the 1970/80's with their 'Fresh Aire' album series and eventual over-whelming success with regular Christmas albums and concerts.
Relating the recent news and rush of discussion surrounding the departure of vocalist Tommy Farese from TSO and his new band Kings Of Christmas featuring former TSO members set to debut winter 2011.
Looking at the musical roots behind the transformation of Savatage in to Trans-Siberian Orchestra, including the fusion of classical and rock music, prog-rock a la Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Mannheim Steamroller.
A look at the classic debut album by Trans-Siberian Orchestra that featured the hit "Sarajevo (Christmas Eve 12/24)".
A look at the career of Bob Kinkel co-founder/composer/producer of Trans-Siberian Orchestra with Paul O'Neill, building on a career in the studio working both as a musician and engineer with Savatage, Badlands, Aerosmith, Was (Not Was) and more. 2 part episode due to unexpected computer problems.
A look at the career of Bob Kinkel co-founder/composer/producer of Trans-Siberian Orchestra with Paul O'Neill, building on a career in the studio both as a musician and behind the scenes working with Savatage, Was (Not Was), Aerosmith and others. 2 part episode due to unexpected computer problems.
