photo by Luca DePalo

by Luca DePalo, Contributing Blogger

Lita Ford and All Sinners

Greenwich Odeum, East Greenwich, RI

April 9, 2026

On a breezy yet warm Thursday evening in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, the solo singer Lita Ford performed an intimate night of classic songs spanning her whole career. Making her long-awaited return to the state, the killer performance proved how, even after time, the spirit of rock ‘n still is alive and well.

The Greenwich Odeum stands as one of Rhode Island’s true hidden gems, and as it celebrates its 100th year in 2026, the historic venue reflects a century-long legacy of entertainment and strong significance within the local community. Originally opening in 1926 as a cinema theatre, the venue has evolved completely, hosting everything from film screenings and musicals to local acts and concerts that span a huge variety of genres. After many periods of decline and costly restoration, the venue has been carefully preserved, maintaining its classic charm, while adapting to modern audiences. Today, it remains a vital cultural center, drawing both local talent and internationally recognized artists, and its intimate space continues to offer concertgoers a unique experience that larger venues cannot replicate.

Opening Act: All Sinners

Opening up the night was local legends All Sinners from New Bedford, Massachusetts. The band constantly performs around the New England area, and are no strangers to opening up for famed legends in the genre, with past shows including performances with Warrant, L.A. Guns, Ace Frehley of KISS, Lynch Mob, White Lion, Queensrÿche, Dokken, and an upcoming tour with Metal Church.

All Sinners; photo by Luca DePalo

All Sinners came onto the vibrant rock scene around 2023, and I – and many others – love them for their high energy, dynamic blend of hard rock and effortless high notes. Their 6-song set showed their true power with songs like “The Reason,” “We Own the Night,” and the set-closing “The Hunted.”

The 30-minute set was an honest showcase of four talented guys opening up for a legend and performing as if they were headlining! The band includes Mike Golarz on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Nick Testone on lead guitar, Bruce Morrison on the bass, and Roger Chouinard on the drums.

Headliner: Lita Ford

Next up was the moment we had all been waiting for. From the moment Lita Ford and her band strutted on stage and kicked off the show with the opening number (and my personal favorite) “Gotta Let Go,” it was clear that this was going to be a night to remember for everyone in the audience.

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Lita’s rock and roll career began in 1976 as a founding member and guitarist of the famed female group the Runaways. The band’s raw combination of hard rock and punk spawned their famous hit “Cherry Bomb.” Then came Lita’s first solo record, 1983’s Out For Blood; then, 1984’s Dancin’ on the Edge. This LP earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance, thus earning her the title “Queen of Metal,” which still stands today. Later, in 1988 came the Lita album, which boasted four hit singles, and then 1991’s Dangerous Caves, both being before the rise of grunge took over rock ‘n roll.

photo by Luca DePalo

At the Greenwich Odeum, Lita’s stage presence was as commanding as ever, effortlessly owning every inch of the stage. She dominated through tracks like “Playin’ With Fire,” the rockin’ “Can’t Catch Me,” and  “Larger Than Life,” spanning over 30 years of music. The set also included surprising covers; “The Bitch Is Back” by Elton John, “Black Leather” by the Sex Pistols,” and “Only Women Bleed” by Alice Cooper, all which lifted the audience from their seats.

With such a badass ensemble, Lita Ford fronts the band, delivering both vocals and guitar on every track, while drummer Bobby Rock drives a powerful rhythm, and bassist Mårten Andersson locks in the low end to support lead guitarist Patrick Kennison, whose sharp riffs bring the band to life.

photo by Luca DePalo

From the extended jam featuring a stunning drum solo on “Back to the Cave” to the lit up room in tribute to Ozzy Osbourne for “Close My Eyes Forever,” the Top 10 hit duet from Ozzy and Lita, the crowd couldn’t get enough the other night! It was truly captivating, and will go down as one of my favorite Lita Ford shows. But, I couldn’t forget the best moment that was saved for last, when everyone cheered during “Kiss Me Deadly” and danced their way through one of her biggest hits.

That Thursday evening in Rhode Island made nobody care about work the next day! As usual, it’s a pleasure of mine to keep supporting live music.