Tigman comes from the Poughkeepsie area, right here in the Hudson Valley and has many ties to the local community from business owners to residents alike. He's a rocker whose favorite bands include Guns n Roses, Van Halen, Buckcherry, AC/DC, Alice in Chains, Metallica, and he loves 80's hair metal. In his free time, Tigman likes to go to the rock shows and knock a few cold beers back at the local bars. Tigman started at the Home of Rock n Roll 101.5 WPDH nearly 25 years ago.
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Sunday, August 5: Tig’s Rock Birthdays
Happy Birthday today (Aug. 5) to Twisted Sister guitarist Eddie Ojeda. He’s 63. Also celebrating is rocker Rick Derringer (71).
Saturday, August 4: Tig’s Rock Birthdays
Today (Aug. 4) we remember Ratt guitarist Robbin Crosby on his birthday. He would have been 59. Other rocker birthdays today include former Accept drummer Stefan Kaufmann (58) and Max Cavalera (Sepultura, Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy) is 49.
Tig’s Metal Box: Breaking Benjamin and 5FDP Coming to Albany
The Metal Box is a weekly web series posted each Friday where we discuss all things hard rock and heavy metal: news, videos, interviews, live concerts and more.
Friday, August 3: Tig’s Rock Birthdays
Happy Birthday today (Aug. 3) to James Hetfield. The co-founder, lead singer, and rhythm guitarist for Metallica is 55. Other rockers celebrating include Collective Soul frontman Ed Roland (55) and Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter (48).
Badfish (Sublime Tribute) Returning to Upstate Concert Hall
Badfish (a tribute to Sublime) will play Upstate Concert Hall on Jan. 3, 2019. Tickets on sale Friday.
Tig’s Metal Box (Radio Show) Playlist: July 28, 2018
Here's the Tig's Metal Box (the radio show) playlist from July 28.
Downtown Albany Building Set for Demolition
A prominent building in downtown Albany that has been in decay for many years is set to be demolished.
Capital Region Pair Accused of Stealing Excavator
A man and woman from the Capital Region are accused of stealing an excavator.
Thursday, August 2: Tig’s Rock Birthdays
Happy Birthday today (Aug. 2) to Joe Lynn Turner. The former Rainbow lead singer is 67. Also celebrating is ex Buckcherry drummer Devon Glenn (38).
Rolling Stones Tribute Set For Cohoes Music Hall Friday
Satisfaction- The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show plays Cohoes Music Hall this Friday, Aug 3 at 8pm.
Planning Ahead for Tonight’s Slayer Show
Slayer plays Times Union Center tonight (Wednesday) on it's final tour and here's some stuff you should know.
Wednesday, August 1: Tig’s Rock Birthdays
Happy Birthday today (Aug. 1) to Joe Elliott. The Def Leppard frontman is 59. Also celebrating is Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan (50). In remembrance, Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia would have been 76 today.