Richie Kotzen

Smith/Kotzen Release Expanded Black Light / White Noise With Two New Tracks

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Smith/Kotzen have released an expanded deluxe digital version of Black Light / White Noise, adding Japan-only tracks All The Way Down and The Grind for the first time worldwide. The duo hit the road next week for a UK and Europe headline tour starting in Madrid on 3 February.

MetalTalk 2025 Year in Review: Tributes, Tours, and Top Metal Moments

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From iconic interviews and emotional farewells to major gigs and album releases, Steve Ritchie's 2025 review captures the heart of the Heavy Metal scene.

Robert Adams / The Best Of Heavy Metal In 2025

News
Robert Adams. Season's greetings. Here is my roundup for 2025, proving beyond all doubt that rock and Heavy Metal is most certainly alive and kicking.

Adrian Smith On 2026 Smith/Kotzen Tour, Knebworth And Urchin

Interviews
Adrian Smith talks 2026 Smith/Kotzen tour with Richie Kotzen, raw club gigs, returning to Knebworth, and memories of his early days with Urchin.

Brian Boyle / The Best Of Heavy Metal In 2025

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Brian Boyle rounds up 2025’s best in Heavy Metal—from Iron Maiden’s epic gigs to powerful album drops and heartfelt tributes to Ozzy and Ace.

Smith/Kotzen Release Blindsided Lyric Video Ahead Of Black Light / White Noise Tour

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Smith/Kotzen have released a cinematic lyric video for Blindsided, taken from their UK No.1 album Black Light / White Noise, and announced a full UK and European headline tour for February and March 2026.

Adrian Smith / With Richie Kotzen, Friendship, Fun, And Rock Collide

Interviews
Go inside the Smith/Kotzen duo with Adrian Smith as he reveals how fun, passion, and musical chemistry drive their powerful new album, Black Light / White Noise. Interview: @rock_pixs

Smith/Kotzen Have The Musical Duo Market Cornered

Metal Reviews
Smith/Kotzen return with Black Light/White Noise, proving they've cornered the market on melodic rock with fiery riffs, dual vocals, and pure chemistry. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @richie_kotzen @misteradriansmith @bmgpmuk

Adrian Smith & Richie Kotzen Reveal Second Album: Black Light / White Noise

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Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen have been hard at work and will release their second album, Black Light / White Noise, on 7 March 2025 via BMG. Photo: @robert_sutton_photography @richie_kotzen @misteradriansmith

Richie Kotzen / Still Delivering Music Of The Highest Quality

Metal Reviews
Nomad by Richie Kotzen showcases his guitar mastery across rock, funk, and jazz. With eight standout tracks, this album cements his legacy in the music scene. Words: Robert Adams @bmguk @richie_kotzen

Richie Kotzen Signs With BMG To Release New Solo Album Nomad

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Richie Kotzen signs with BMG to release new solo album Nomad on September 27, 2024. Watch new single On The Table and discover the album's exciting tracklist. Photo: @rock_pixs @richie_kotzen @bmguk

Richie Kotzen / A Virtuosic Masterclass In Dublin

Gig Reviews
Gig Review. Richie Kotzen - Opium, Dublin - 11 July 2024. A Virtuosic masterclass, it an honour and a pleasure to witness this performance tonight. Words: @brian_boyle_72 @richie_kotzen @opiumlivedublin

The Winery Dogs / A Masterclass In Supergroup Chemistry

Gig Reviews
The Winery Dogs - Norwich. The extraordinary vocals, blistering guitarwork, liquid bass, and titanic drumming of Richie Kotzen, Billy Sheehan, and Mike Portnoy. Photo: @rock_pixs Words: @pmonkhouse1 @thewinerydogs @richie_kotzen @mikeportnoy @billysheehanonbass @epicnorwich

Interview / Billy Sheehan talks Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs and scalloping his Fender P

Interviews
Interview - Bassist extraordinaire Billy Sheehan spoke with MetalTalk about The Winery Dogs, III, his bass playing style and the final tour with Mr. Big. Photo: Travis Shinn #RIPPatTorpey @iamericmartin @billysheehanonbass @paulgilbert_official @ndvirgilio @thewinerydogs @richie_kotzen @mikeportnoy
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