Rather than perform remakes of popular Rippingtons songs, he called upon many of those who had recorded or toured with the group over the years. With two exceptions, 20th Anniversary is comprised of ...

In the past 25 years, some of the biggest classic metal artists have produced 10/10 albums, proving that they could shred like they did years prior.

Bandleader, guitarists and songwriter Russ Freeman pulls no stops on the Rippingtons' 25th anniversary release, Built to Last, featuring a full orchestra to complement the sound of his compositions, ...

Since then, The Rippingtons have recorded 16 albums. Freeman said another will be recorded next year, due for release in 2009. There’s been a lot of consistency with the group, he said.

Some bands are fortunate enough to survive for a decade with afew chart hits to their credit.Others are able to keep churning out hit after hit for 20 yearsor more, a place that The Rippingtons fin… ...