Rob Hammersmith

'80s Rock

Tony Harnell joins Skid Row as Johnny Solinger announces departure

April 6, 2015

Skid Row have released a press release announcing Tony Harnell as the new vocalist as Johnny Solinger announces his departure. We wish Johnny the best in his future endeavors and we can’t wait to catch Tony Harnell perform with Skid Row when they head out on tour. These are all such great musicians and look forward to the future for all. Check out the statement from Skid Row on their website: New York, NY – After 14 years of touring and 4 releases, SKID ROW and singer Johnny Solinger have parted ways.  Founding member Snake Sabo said, “We had a lot of great times together and created a lot of great music. We wish him nothing but the best.”  “Sometimes things just end. People go in different directions and grow apart and you have to make a decision. He will always be our brother” adds co-founder Rachel Bolan.  The vacancy for a new front man has been filled by powerhouse vocalist Tony Harnell. This news comes hot of the heels of his departure from Norway [Read More]

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Skid Row performs for a SOLD OUT SHOW at the Whisky A Go Go

May 20, 2014

This past Saturday at the legendary Whisky a Go Go was a night that many will remember. Skid Row was making a stop at the legendary venue for their United World Rebellion Tour. It was a sold out show and the venue was packed with a crowd that was ready to ROCK!  The opening bands, Ragdoll, No More Solace, State Line Empire, and Shattered Sun all put on excellent sets. We just caught them at the DNA Lounge in San Francisco earlier in the week and they were so spectacular that we wouldn’t miss their Hollywood show. Skid Row has been filling up venue after venue and everyone in attendance will surely agree that they put on an amazing performance.  Skid Row is: Johnny Solinger (vocals) Scotti Hill (guitar) Rachel Bolan (bass) Snake Sabo (guitar) Rob Hammersmith (drums) Once again, they sounded great and Johnny killed it on vocals.  Scotti and Snake are madmen on their guitars as they each dominated their area and commanded the attention of the audience with their amazing guitar work. Rachel [Read More]

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Skid Row stops in at the DNA Lounge for the United World Rebellion Tour

May 15, 2014

Last night was an awesome night of ROCK n ROLL. We went to the DNA Lounge in San Francisco and the kicked off with a solid set by The Devil in California, then local favorite State Line Empire, Black Star Riders (Thin Lizzy) and ended with the a headlining performance by Skid Row. Make sure to read about all our band features. Skid Row just began their US leg of the United World Rebellion Tour last week and last night it was San Francisco’s turn to be in the spotlight. It was a great crowd that had a range of ages from teens up to seniors. I love seeing the variety in the crowd as it always gives me the hope that rock and roll will never die. Skid Row is: Johnny Solinger (vocals) Scotti Hill (guitar) Rachel Bolan (bass) Snake Sabo (guitar) Rob Hammersmith (drums) They sounded great and Johnny killed it on vocals.  Scotti and Snake are madmen on their guitars as they each dominated their area and commanded the attention of the [Read More]