Articles by Dan Savoie

About Dan Savoie

Dan's been rockin' the journalism scene from coast to coast, scribbling for Canadian papers and jamming with iconic mags like Rolling Stone and Metal Hammer. He's racked up chats with a who's-who of rock royalty, from KISS to Metallica. Yeah, he's living the dream, one interview at a time.

From Crüe to New: Mick Mars Unveils ‘The Other Side’

February 16, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

After more than 40 remarkable years in the music industry, legendary guitarist Mick Mars is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the release of his debut solo album “The Other Side of Mars” on […]

Into the Woods: Cardinal Music Productions Takes on Sondheim Classic

February 16, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Cardinal Music Productions is preparing to stage the iconic Stephen Sondheim musical “Into the Woods” this spring. Directed by Bayleigh Cardinal, the production promises to be an ambitious undertaking filled with the company’s signature flair. […]

Korda’s Psycho Beach Party: Surfing Through Satire and Camp

February 16, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Nearly 37 years after its smash debut at The Players Theatre in New York City and 19 years since its Windsor premiere in 2005, Charles Busch’s camp classic “Psycho Beach Party” returns to the Kordazone […]

Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, Matchbox Twenty Headline 2024 Boots and Hearts Festival

February 15, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Get ready to rock your country boots at the 2024 Boots and Hearts Music Festival, where the fusion of twang and electric riffs will set Burl’s Creek Event Grounds ablaze from August 8 to 11. […]

Savoie Fair: 2024 Award Shows Are a Triumph for Women and LGBTQIA+ Entertainers – Even in Windsor

February 13, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

In 2024, the entertainment industry witnessed a pivotal shift towards inclusivity, marked by the celebrations of the Grammy Awards, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and to a lesser, more local extent, the Windsor-Essex […]

Junie B. Jones at the Chrysler Theatre in 2024

Junie B. Jones: A Childhood Adventure Comes to Life at Chrysler Theatre

February 12, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

This past Saturday (Feb. 10, 2024) at the Chrysler Theatre, a sea of eager young faces filled the audience as “Junie B. Jones” took to the stage. The famed children’s book character from the 1990s […]

Echoes of the 80s: A Night with Honeymoon Suite, Men Without Hats, and Spoons in Windsor

February 12, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Last night Windsor played host to a magnificent celebration of 1980s music at The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor, featuring performances by Honeymoon Suite, Men Without Hats, and Spoons, each bringing their own iconic sounds and […]

Windsor Brings Beloved Children’s Book Character Junie B. to Life in New Musical

February 7, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

The precocious and lovable title character from Barbara Park’s best-selling children’s book series will soon leap from page to stage here when the musical “Junie B. Jones” premieres February 10. The musical, presented by local […]

CD Review: Billy Joel – Turn The Lights Back On

February 6, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Billy Joel’s latest single, “Turn The Lights Back On,” arrives as a symbol of nostalgia and introspection, marking his first foray back into the music scene after a 17-year hiatus. This song breaks the […]

Goo Goo Dolls and Brett Young Headline Revelree 2024

January 26, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

The Revelree Music Festival 2024, set against the scenic backdrop of Canatara Park in Sarnia, Ontario, is not just a music festival; it’s a cultural phenomenon that resonates with the vibrant pulse of the region’s […]