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200 and knocking The Police’s “Synchronicity” off the top must have
been epic. What was the band’s reaction/feelings at that time?
“We were, of course, thrilled, but the day we found out we were still a
support act, at that time opening for Black Sabbath, so it was celebrate
and then back to business as usual.”
10. Looking back over the years, any regrets on decisions that you made
that may have changed the course of YOUR history?
“Not a single regret. If I could change anything it would be the death of
Kevin, but I was powerless to do so, everyone was.”
11. How much has your party mentality changed over the years?
“I stopped partying July 3rd of 1987, so while I still have a sensible
cocktail, that entire lifestyle has not been a part of my life for 31 years. I
started managing QUIET RIOT at the band’s request in January of 1993,
so with me I still enjoy the ride, but the rest is all business.”
12. What was your craziest rock star moment?
“Standing on the side of the stage in 1983 at the US Festival looking out
at over 375,000 fans at 11:30 in the morning and just before walking
onto the stage Kevin said to me, “What do you think?” I replied, “If we
don’t suck, this is going to be GREAT!”
13. Any chance of you reconnecting with W.A.S.P. in the future?
“I don’t think so. I’m very proud of my work with W.A.S.P. which is
seven albums strong, eight if you count that I’m on one track on his
latest album, which was an unreleased track from the original Crimson
Idol sessions. Blackie and I just exchanged emails when I sent him a
birthday greeting a few days ago. We are still great friends. It’s a New
York City thing!”
14. Other than being a legendary drummer, what gets you out of bed in
the morning?
“My alarm clock… I’m up at 6:00 AM every morning, as my agent is
on the east coast so the first call he gets is from me at 9:00 AM his
time. Then I start feeding our rescue dogs and cats, then back to the
business of QUIET RIOT.”
I am so excited to see this band on our little rock! What a piece of
continuing history for us to enjoy and bang our heads to. I can’t wait to
‘Feel the Noize!’ See y’all down front where all the action will be Pirate
Fest weekend!