Johnny Knollwood, Author at The New School Free Press

Jon Anderson and the Paul Green Rock Academy perform Yes’ ‘Close to the Edge’ flawlessly in N.J. concert

Jon Anderson (middle left) performs alongside students from the Paul Green Rock Academy at the Wellmont Theatre on July 14. The legendary frontman, backed by the students, recently completed several United States dates, performing Yes’ “Close to the Edge” album in its entirety. Photo by Johnny Knollwood

The legendary vocalist, backed by students aged 17 and under, delivered an impressive performance of classic Yes material, covers and more. Any fan of progressive music is well…

Virtuoso keyboardist Derek Sherinian releases new album, ‘The Vortex’

Derek Sherinian performing with Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan and Tony MacAlpine at De Boerderij, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands in 2012. Sherinian released his latest effort, “The Vortex,” on July 1. Photo courtesy of Victor Peters

The keyboardist who played with Dream Theater, Alice Cooper and Billy Idol released his latest offering on July 1, available everywhere now. Virtuoso keyboardist Derek Sherinian released his…

Steely Dan breaks out the classics at the PNC Bank Arts Center

Donald Fagen performs with Steely Dan at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, N.J. on June 30. The group are currently on an extensive tour supported by the Dave Stryker Trio. Photo by Johnny Knollwood

Donald Fagen and his band of top-notch musicians delivered a set full of hits and fan favorites on June 30. Steely Dan brought their unique blend of jazz-rock…

Jon Anderson, original voice of Yes, celebrates 50 years of ‘Close to the Edge’

Jon Anderson performs with the Paul Green School of Rock at Grand Central Terminal in 2007. The singer will perform Yes’ 1972 “Close to the Edge” album with the school on a select number of dates this summer. Photo courtesy of Young Sok Yun

The legendary vocalist, joined by members of the Paul Green Rock Academy, will perform the album in its entirety at select shows through August. Jon Anderson, co-founder and…

Geoff Tate rocks NYC, delivering two sets of classic Queensrÿche

Geoff Tate and his band perform at Sony Hall in New York City on June 15. The vocalist, formerly of Queensrÿche, performed the albums “Rage for Order” and “Empire” in their entirety. Photo by Johnny Knollwood

The singer who rescheduled several dates earlier in the year returned to New York City at Sony Hall on June 15, performing albums ‘Rage for Order’ and ‘Empire’…

‘Beware of Dario Argento,’ a 20-film retrospective, debuts at Lincoln Center with Q&As from the legendary filmmaker

Dario Argento poses in the Fuhrman Gallery at the opening night of “Beware of Dario Argento,” a 20-film retrospective, on Friday. The legendary director participated in Q&A and intro sessions before and after select screenings throughout the weekend. Photo by Zhen Qin, courtesy of Film at Lincoln Center 2022

Argento, who directed cinematic classics like ‘Suspiria’ and ‘Deep Red’ appeared at select screenings throughout the weekend. Horror buffs and enthusiasts of mystery rejoice: “Beware of Dario Argento,”…