The original lineup of Extreme will reunite for a benefit concert and auction in New York City in honor of music manager Steven Hoffman who worked for the legendary Leber Krebs organization (AC/DC, Scorpions, Aerosmith). His first big professional success was his discovery of Extreme; Steve was a key player in their runaway ride to the top of the rock charts with 'More Than Words' and their achievement of household-name status. Steve passed away at the age of 38 on October 26, 2003 at Toronto's Princess Margaret Hospital.
The event will take place on May 18th at the Canal Room (285 West Broadway) from 7:00 to 10:30 p.m. Other bands scheduled to play at the event include Valentine, Evolution, The Illegitimate Sons Of the blues Brothers and a star-studded lineup of musicians to be announced. A live and silent auction will also be held to raise funds for lung cancer research. To purchase tickets or for more information about this event head to www.stevenhoffmanfund.org.
Attendees of last nights Metal Skool concert at the Key Club in Hollywood, were treated to a reunion of all four members (Gary Cherone - Lead vocals, Pat Badger - Bass Guitar, Nuno Bettencourt - Guitar and
Paul Geary - Drums) of the 80's glam rock band Extreme. After much coaxing from Metal Skool's lead singer, Michael Star (Ralph Saenz), the band climbed up on stage and performed a cover of Led Zeppelin's "Communication Breakdown". (see photos)
Extreme broke up in 1996. Gary Cherone later quit and joined Van Halen in 1997. Nuno Bettencourt is currently the lead guitarist for Perry Farrell's new band, The Satellite Party. The band will be playing a benefit concert for music manager Steven Hoffman on May 18. Hoffman was credited with the discovery of Extreme and a key player in the bands early success. For more info, go to www.stevenhoffmanfund.org.
Metal Skool perform every Monday night at the Key Club in West Hollywood, CA.
