Rock of Ages - so wrong, so cheesy, yet so fun. Don't forget your lighter.

Constantine Maroulis wants to rock

Photo: Joan Marcus

American Idol contestant Constantine Maroulis describes his participation in the Tony Award nominated show Rock of Ages as a “blessing”.  He added feeling blessed that so many artists allowed the use of their hit songs.  He also said it was an amazing journey and best if people really like Journey since there are a few hit songs from that band among many easily identifiable hits.

The show has solid post-modern and self-reflexive tendencies.  It’s touched by the spirit of Spinal Tap, and LA’s own parody metal cover bands - Steel Panther, and Chelsea Girls - making it irrepressibly funny.  The songs and action in the musical run like a string of music videos or one of those ridiculously cheesy fun 1980s rock films like the Ramones' Rock ‘n’ Roll High School.