Michael Monroe – One Man Gang [Single] (Silver Lining Music)

First published on 31st July 2019 for Mass Movement Magazine. It seems to be the season for singles ahead of stonking new album releases and next out of the traps is the legendary, irreplaceable Michael Monroe. Is there anyone out there who oozes flamboyant, rock ‘n’ roll swagger quite like the enigmatic ex Hanoi Rocks main man? I think not. The man is the real … Continue reading Michael Monroe – One Man Gang [Single] (Silver Lining Music)

Rich Rags (Role Models)

First published on 26th January 2018 for Mass Movement Magazine. Photo: Dan Aitch. Mass Movement’s very own Michael Parkinson of punk rock recently caught up with the musical maverick that is Rich Rags. In a passionate interview from the heart, here’s what the Role Models’ mainman had to say about his life in rock ‘n’ roll and beyond. Enjoy. He means it, maaaan! Alright, Rags? … Continue reading Rich Rags (Role Models)

Michael Monroe – Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, Wales, 03/12/17

First published on 4th December 2017 for Mass Movement Magazine. If someone had told me prior to this evening that I would get to witness Michael Monroe a mere 5 miles from my house in the, ahem, glamorous location of Porthcawl in Wales, I would’ve laughed in their face. However, a seaside rock rendezvous in a UK holiday camp is becoming quite the thing and … Continue reading Michael Monroe – Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, Wales, 03/12/17