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A talk show in which we geek out on all things rock-n-roll. Music journalist "Metal Dave" Glessner (Metal Edge magazine, Classic Rock, San Antonio Express-News) and hard rock/metal vocalist Jason McMaster (Dangerous Toys, Broken Teeth, Watchtower, Ignitor) discuss music in depth. From an fan's perspective, to the music business professionals' point of view, Jason and Dave circle the favorites of many. Created and Produced by: Jared Tuten
- 191 - Max Cavalera: GAAD
Max Cavalera: GAAD
He’s a thrash-metal titan who’s passing the axe to his son and fully enjoying the family camaraderie of their crust-grind band, Go Ahead and Die. Max Cavalera joins us from the road where he’s relishing the full-contact return to his sweaty metal roots. We also learn about pizza fatigue, “goosebump moments,” meeting the Ramones and the time Sepultura blew Dave Grohl’s speakers.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 54min - 190 - Mark Zonder
Mark Zonder
He joined Fates Warning in 1989 and immediately established himself as one of prog-metal’s most critically acclaimed drummers. Mark Zonder joins us to discuss his time with Fates, his recent albums with A-Z (featuring Fates vocalist Ray Alder) and his recently reactivated band, Warlord.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 1h 19min - 189 - Bryan Small
Bryan Small
Bryan Small has stories to tell and we always enjoy the ride. The longstanding, real-deal frontman for The Hangmen joins us to discuss the new album, “Stories to Tell,” the characters in the songs, an in-the-works documentary and why the 1980’s scene in East L.A. was as quietly vibrant as the Sunset Strip.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 1h 11min - 188 - Monsters of Rock Cruise
Monsters of Rock Cruise
Our own Jason McMaster shares his highlights of the 2024 Monsters of Rock Cruise where he played with Dangerous Toys, was interviewed by Eddie Trunk and walked away with the ultimate souvenir -- Glenn Hughes’ coffee cup! (Live photos by Faith Watson)
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 50min - 187 - Abaddon
Abaddon
He discovered Black Sabbath while babysitting and later designed one of metal’s most iconic (and demonic) logos for his blasphemous metal band, Venom. He also had Slayer and Metallica as opening acts, including a gig in which Venom blew a hole through the stage during one of their first U.S. appearances. Drummer Abaddon joins us to discuss his band’s deep-rooted, black-metal influence, “Spinal Tap” moments, setting Johnny Zazula’s kitchen on fire and opinions on the extreme metal bands that followed in Venom’s hoofprints.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 1h 25min - 186 - Frank Hannon
Frank Hannon
As a founding member of Tesla, guitarist Frank Hannon sold millions of albums with rock-radio hits “Modern Day Cowboy,” “Little Suzi,” “Love Song,” “Signs” and “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out).” He also reintroduced acoustic guitars to a new generation of hard-rock fans (although he’s far too humble to take credit). He joins us to discuss the 1987 Texxas Jam, Def Leppard’s Steve Clark, Ronnie Montrose, Dicky Betts, Mick Mars and David Lee Roth's powdery pinky scoop.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 - 1h 16min - 185 - Kurdt Vanderhoof
Kurdt Vanderhoof
He jokingly calls himself the other “Kurdt” from Aberdeen, WA, but as the founding guitarist of Metal Church, he’s made his own mark as one of heavy metal’s most enduring champions. Kurdt Vanderhoof joins us to discuss the most recent (and excellent) Metal Church album, “Congregation of Annihilation;” his AC/DC-style rock band, Hall Aflame; his prog-rock project, Presto Ballet; and the recently published Metal Church book, “Beyond the Black.” We also learn the party-hardy origins of the name Metal Church. You’re gonna love this guy!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 1h 38min - 184 - Jacob Bunton
Jacob Bunton
From humble beginnings in Alabama to landing on “The Other Side of Mars,” Jacob Bunton went from a $60 guitar to being the primary lead singer on the new Mick Mars album. In a rare interview (he hates talking about himself), the quietly successful vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and big-time movie/pop-music composer joins us to discuss his previous bands, Mick Mars, his love of Fastway, a vocal lesson from Bruce Dickinson and how Guns N’ Roses’ Hall of Fame induction derailed his band with Steven Adler. We also make him choose between Danzig, the Misfits or Samhain; and the Dead Boys versus Lords of the New Church.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 1h 23min - 183 - Noisy Mama
Noisy Mama
In 1991, Noisy Mama had a record deal, a video on MTV and a charismatic singer with a voice that rivaled Cinderella, Johnny Crash, Kix, Great White and other blues-soaked screamers. Singer Paul Skowron joins us to discuss his shot at fame in the age of grunge, his interim projects and his renewed determination to revive Noisy Mama in 2024.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 1h 09min - 182 - Fugitive
Fugitive
Quickly emerging as one of metal’s most ballistic bands, Texas-based Fugitive is a neck-snapping collision of new-generation ferocity and old-school, thrash-punk attack. Guitarist Blake Ibanez and vocalist Seth Gilmore join us to discuss their songwriting process, new album timeline, earliest musical memories and the now-legendary 2023 Power Trip reunion in Austin.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 1h 06min - 181 - Nigel Glockler
Nigel Glockler
British heavy metal legends Saxon continue their triumphant crusade with new album, “Hell, Fire and Damnation.” Drummer Nigel Glockler returns to discuss the album, upcoming tour, his missed opportunity to hang out with Freddie Mercury and the time Cheap Trick drummer Bun E. Carlos nearly filled in for Saxon.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 1h 05min - 180 - Max Norman
Max Norman
He produced some of heavy metal’s most legendary albums, including definitive classics by Ozzy Osbourne and Megadeth. He’s also helmed fan-favorites from Lynch Mob, Dirty Looks, Dangerous Toys, Loudness, Y&T, Armored Saint and many more. Max Norman indulges us with stories about Randy Rhoads, Ozzy and Dave Mustaine. He also tells us about the time he and Henrik Ostergaard escaped a potential barroom beat-down; how he nearly produced Pantera’s “Cowboys from Hell;” how a duct-tape trick with Paul Rodgers was repeated with Jason McMaster; and the clever recording techniques you never knew were all a part of the process.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 2h 40min - 179 - Dave Prewitt
Dave Prewitt
For nearly four decades, archivist and award-winning local television host Dave Prewitt has captured Austin’s world-renowned live music scene on countless hours of video. He’s also hung out with actress Milla Jovovich, recorded the last on-camera interview with comedian Bill Hicks, kicked Blur out of his studio and helped Stevie Ray Vaughan fix his carburetor. He joins us to discuss his undying (and unpaid) passion for music and why he continues giving up nights and weekends to meet his self-inflicted deadlines.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 1h 55min - 178 - Brion Gamboa
Brion Gamboa
What’s it like on “The Other Side of Mars?” Vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Brion Gamboa joins us to discuss how he landed vocal credits on the new Mick Mars album, his musical upbringing, why handcuffing himself to his guitar was the ultimate show of rebellion and how he upset “Star Search” host Ed McMahon. Sorry, Ed.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 1h 30min - 177 - 2023 Year in ReviewWed, 10 Jan 2024 - 1h 37min
- 176 - Danny Lilker
Danny Lilker
As a founding member of Anthrax and a trooper in S.O.D., bassist Danny Lilker helped pioneer -- and merge -- the thrash metal/crossover genres. He joins us to speak all things metal – including his biography, Nuclear Assault, Brutal Truth, black metal, grindcore, his respect for Voivod, thoughts on Pantera and why he's content to be semi-retired after decades in the trenches.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 03 Jan 2024 - 1h 23min - 175 - “Bloody & Bruised"
“Bloody & Bruised: The Untold Story of the Back Room”
The Back Room in Austin, TX, spent 33 years as a cultural hub for long hair, short skirts, cheap drinks and rock’n’roll mayhem. Captured in all its decadent glory in the upcoming documentary, “Bloody & Bruised: The Untold Story of the Back Room,” the venue’s history – including the launch of Dangerous Toys, the 2 Live Crew riot, all-nighters with Motorhead, the nuclear blast of Pantera and the hair-tangling exploits of Pearl Jam -- is finally retold by those who survived the volume, chaos and stench. Film director Budro Partida and producer John Jew join us to discuss their exhaustive research, revelations and their team’s tireless dedication to getting it right. This episode is dedicated to the memory and Nathan Olivarez.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 2h 27min - 174 - Marc Lopes
Mark Lopes
Metal Church singer Marc Lopes found his calling after seeing Iron Maiden’s “Run to the Hills” on MTV. He joins us to discuss his debut Metal Church album, “Congregation of Annihilation,” his time with Ross the Boss of Manowar fame and his ongoing band, Let Us Prey.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 - 1h 38min - 173 - Rik Fox
Rik Fox
He was an early member of WASP (and gave the band its name) before teaming up with an unknown Yngwie Malmsteen, vocalist Ron Keel and drummer Mark Edwards to record the 1983 underground metal classic album, “Steeler.” Today, he’s the bassist for Freakshow alongside former members of Quiet Riot, WASP/Metal Church and Miss Crazy. Rik Fox joins us to discuss Freakshow’s new album, “So Shall it Be,” his early days witnessing the formation of KISS, his tenures in WASP and Steeler, and his brief appearances in “Wayne’s World” and “The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 13 Dec 2023 - 2h 06min - 172 - Christian Shields
Christian Shields
He was corrupted by KISS at an early age (sound familiar?) and quickly became a student of the rock’n’roll hustle. Austin-based Christian Shields joins us to discuss his arena-ready rock, the art of self-promotion and how he landed the role of Jason McMaster in the upcoming music venue documentary, “Bloody & Bruised: The Untold Story of the Back Room.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 06 Dec 2023 - 1h 17min - 171 - Paul Lidel
Paul Lidel
His raunchy guitar riffs and high-voltage solos have powered Dirty Looks, Dangerous Toys, Broken Teeth, Adrenaline Factor and 99 Crimes. Paul Lidel joins us to discuss -- take a deep breath -- his latest project, Paul Lidel’s Scream Therapy; joining Dangerous Toys; the revamped Dirty Looks (with our own Jason McMaster on vocals); his time with Lizzy Borden; opening for KISS; and his audition with Ronnie James Dio. Look out!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 29 Nov 2023 - 1h 30min - 170 - George Lynch
George Lynch
He shot to fame in the ‘80s as lead guitarist in Dokken where his wicked solos immediately placed him in an elite class of all-time greats. George Lynch cracks us up while discussing his latest Lynch Mob album, “Babylon,” auditioning for Ozzy, touring with Metallica, the hypothetical possibility of joining Judas Priest and how Kajagoogoo was an early inspiration.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 22 Nov 2023 - 42min - 169 - Jason & Dave Riffs
Jason & Dave Riffs
We revisit our original, two-man format and discuss Jason’s recent fly-out gigs with Watchtower (all the way to Germany!), Dangerous Toys and Dirty Looks. We also comment on new albums by the Rolling Stones, Buckcherry, Lower Class Brats, the Hangmen and Dave’s bargain-bin UFO obsession.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 1h 43min - 168 - Frank Meyer
Frank Meyer
Frank Meyer is a veteran punk-rock’n’roller whose credits include the Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs, Trading Aces and Spaghetti & Frank (a collab with Eddie Spaghetti of Supersuckers). He’s also an accomplished author and filmmaker whose newly released documentary, “Freestyle 101: Hip-Hop History,” is receiving rave reviews for its insightful exploration of freestyling, rap music and hip-hop culture. He also lands cameo appearances by heavy hitters Ice-T, Chuck D, B-Real, Fat Joe, members of Wu-Tang Clan and more. Yeeeaaahhhh, boy!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 08 Nov 2023 - 1h 34min - 167 - Jarvis Leatherby
Jarvis Leatherby
He’s a founding member of traditional metal revivalists Night Demon and also plays in cult-status metal heroes, Cirith Ungol. Bassist Jarvis Leatherby joins us to discuss his music and wide-ranging business background, his Valen Halen connection, jamming with Uli Jon Roth and how 2 Live Crew and NWA got him hooked on music.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 1h 11min - 166 - Wendy Dio
Wendy Dio
She was married to legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio and also managed his career through lean times and massive success. Wendy Dio joins us to discuss the recent release of the DVD and Blu-Ray Deluxe editions of the critically-acclaimed documentary, “Dio: Dreamers Never Die.” We also discuss the new CD and LP box set release of Dio’s final four studio albums (1996-2004); the wild antics of Jimmy Bain and why Ronnie initially hated “Rainbow in the Dark.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 - 42min - 165 - Tony Higbee
Tony Higbee
He plays guitar in Tom Keifer’s band, but considers life itself to be his greatest Cinderella story. Tony Higbee joins us to discuss his small-town upbringing, his fight against cancer and how his move to Nashville and jobs in music retail led to gigs with Keifer and Brother Cane.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 18 Oct 2023 - 1h 42min - 164 - Riverboat Gamblers
Riverboat Gamblers
Known for their highwire live performances and frantically melodic punk rock, the Riverboat Gamblers have been wowing audiences for more than two decades. With the 20th anniversary reissue of their pivotal 2003 album, “Something to Crow About,” we ask vocalist Mike Wiebe and guitarist Fadi El-Assad to tell us what’s what.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 - 48min - 163 - Nikki Stringfield
Nikki Stringfield
As a teenager, Nikki Stringfield was an admitted “goth nerd” who later moved from her native Texas to Los Angeles where she quickly joined the internationally popular tribute band, the Iron Maidens. Today, she divides her time between the Maidens, Heaven Below and her solo career, which is now in full swing with the recent release of her debut, full-length album, “Apocrypha.” (Photo credits: Adam Hendershott and David Castillo)
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 57min - 162 - Tracii Guns
Tracii Guns
Back for a second appearance on the Talk Louder Podcast, guitar hero Tracii Guns discusses his latest side band Blackbird Angels; their new album “Solsorte;” his approach to writing for multiple projects; why Danzig would have been a fun collaborator; and why you don’t want to hear “we’re out of ice” when partying with the band.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 27 Sep 2023 - 1h 17min - 161 - Gene Hoglan
Gene Hoglan
He started as a roadie for Slayer before making an indelible mark as the drummer on Dark Angel’s pivotal 1986 thrash album, “Darkness Descends.” Today, he’s known as the “Atomic Clock” and rightly considered one of the greatest drummers in metal thanks to his mind-blowing work with Death, Testament, Dethklok and others. He joins us to discuss his history, future, first concert (Queen with Thin Lizzy!), the influence of Watchtower and that time he developed double-kick drum patterns while sitting on the toilet.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 1h 21min - 160 - Michael Bruce
Michael Bruce
As a guitarist in the original Alice Cooper band, Michael Bruce co-wrote such timeless songs as “Eighteen,” “School’s Out,” “No More Mr. Nice Guy,” “Under My Wheels” and “Billion Dollar Babies.” He joins us to discuss the band’s earliest beginnings when Frank Zappa and Syd Barret were major influences before Bob Ezrin arrived to shape the classic Cooper sound.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 13 Sep 2023 - 1h 21min - 159 - Brian Slagel
Brian Slagel
As founder and CEO of Metal Blade Records, Brian Slagel helped launch the careers of Metallica, Slayer, Ratt, Armored Saint, Lizzy Borden, Mercyful Fate and even the Goo Goo Dolls. He joins us to discuss his new book, “Swing of the Blade,” his ongoing passion for heavy metal, why he won’t sell out to a major corporation and the band that got away (hint: the guitarist wears a top hat).
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 1h 59min - 158 - Sean Kelly
Sean Kelly
Canadian musician, author and instructor Sean Kelly was raised on ‘80s hard rock – and shamelessly never outgrew it! No wonder we love him! He joins us to discuss his latest book, “Don’t Call it Hair Metal: Art in the Excess of ‘80s Rock;” his audition to join the cast of Dee Snider’s “Rock & Roll Christmas Tale” (he got the gig!); the latest on his long-time band, Crash Kelly; plus mentions of his other credits, including Coney Hatch, Helix, Lee Aaron (“The Metal Queen”) and pop star Nelly Furtado. He also gives us the inside angle (hint, hint) on his next book about a certain guitar body style and the players who love it.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 30 Aug 2023 - 1h 47min - 157 - Tyler Heath
Tyler Heath
He wears his love of ’80s hard rock on his white leather sleeve, but Tyler Heath’s musical palette is blended with a very broad brush. The Leather Duchess frontman joins us to discuss his various bands, his Revolt Vinyl Records label, the importance of visually compelling merch and how a Charlie Daniels Band concert put him on the path to bullet belts, leather gloves and the heyday of Hollywood hair metal.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 23 Aug 2023 - 1h 50min - 156 - Taime Downe
Taime Downe
His snarling tales of lipstick junkies and runaways put Faster Pussycat singer Taime Downe at the top of the sleaze-rock heap. He joins us to discuss new Faster Pussycat music, an in-the-works book, his cold-turkey sobriety and why his earliest trip to a recording studio was all about the “banging room.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 16 Aug 2023 - 1h 44min - 155 - Greg Chaisson
Greg Chaisson
Bassist Greg Chaisson gained international attention as a member of Badlands -- featuring guitarist Jake E. Lee, singer Ray Gillen and drummer Eric Singer (and, later, Jeff Martin) -- but he’s also an accomplished singer/songwriter/producer whose latest project, Atomic Kings, recalls the best hard rock bands of the ‘70s – and adds its own, modern twist. He joins us to discuss Atomic Kings’ debut album, his time in Badlands, Surgical Steel, Steeler, Legs Diamond and Ratt (for a minute) as well as his lifelong addiction to cowboy boots!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 09 Aug 2023 - 1h 53min - 154 - John Gallagher
John Gallagher
With the release of their 15th studio album, “All Hell’s Breaking Loose,” New Wave of British Heavy Metal legends Raven are back to bang some heads. Bassist/vocalist John Gallagher returns to the Talk Louder Podcast to discuss the new album, the pitfalls of major labels, his preference for a headset microphone and an early tour with opening act, Anthrax. Bonus: He also reveals his favorite Blue Oyster Cult album!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 02 Aug 2023 - 1h 43min - 153 - Brian Tatler
Brian Tatler
As guitarist and founding member of Diamond Head, Brian Tatler was at the forefront of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. As such, he and his music had a massive influence on thrash-metal upstarts, Metallica and Megadeth. He joins us to discuss Diamond Head’s legacy, the importance of punk rock, opening for AC/DC on the last two shows of Bon Scott’s life and his current gig with Saxon.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 26 Jul 2023 - 1h 02min - 152 - “Pictures: ALIVE”
“Pictures: ALIVE”
What happens when two diehard KISS nerds combine their love of ’80s rock’n’roll, photography and graphic design? You get an eye-popping, full-color, 300-page book titled “Pictures: ALIVE.” Bursting with 400 high-quality, original concert photos, ticket stubs, concert ads and the camera-smuggling stories that go with them, “Pictures: ALIVE” finds photographer Steve Roney and art director Scott Davis walking us through big-city nights on Memory Lane where the hottest bands in the land – from AC/DC, Def Leppard and Motley Crue to Ozzy, Judas Priest, Scorpions and Van Halen – ruled our speakers, arenas and bedroom walls.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 19 Jul 2023 - 1h 22min - 151 - Mark Tornillo
Mark Tornillo
He took a swing at the seemingly impossible pitch of replacing Udo Dirkschneider in Accept – and knocked it out of the park! Vocalist Mark Tornillo joins us to discuss his early days in TT Quick, his 14 years in Accept, the 2022 illness that temporarily brought our own Jason McMaster onboard as his replacement and the time Iron Maiden suddenly asked him to be their singer at an impromptu club gig.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 12 Jul 2023 - 1h 27min - 150 - Neal Smith
Neal Smith
He scared the bejesus out of polite society while shock rocking with Alice Cooper on a string of classic albums and songs, including “School’s Out,” “I’m Eighteen,” “No More Mr. Nice Guy,” “Under My Wheels” and many more. Today, at 75, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer and multi-instrumentalist/songwriter Neal Smith finds his musical muse in the dusty lore of the Wild West. He joins us to discuss his latest album, “Killsmith Goes West,” that time he secretly carried three guns and a snake onto a plane and how Alice shot him in the foot during a drunken rabbit hunt (that cane on the back of “Love it to Death” is not a prop!).
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 05 Jul 2023 - 1h 25min - 149 - Jack Gibson of Exodus
Jack Gibson of Exodus
He’s the gut-punch in Exodus’ thrash-metal assault who also has a deep appreciation for Nashville’s killer country pickers. Bassist Jack Gibson joins us to discuss Exodus’ latest thrashterpiece, “Persona Non Grata,” wild times with Paul Baloff and meeting one of his heroes, Glen Campbell.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 28 Jun 2023 - 1h 31min - 148 - Francis Ruiz
Francis Ruiz
Before joining Buckcherry, drummer Francis Ruiz worked for some if his heroes as the drum tech for Thin Lizzy, Scorpions, Slayer, Anthrax and Motorhead. He was also a member of Great White, Samantha 7 (featuring C.C. DeVille) and for one magical night, Motorhead! We caught up with him during a break from the Buckcherry/Skid Row tour to discuss Buckcherry’s new album, “Vol. 10,” his admiration for Zakk Wylde’s work ethic and how he managed to play gigs with his leg in a cast after being hit by a car.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 21 Jun 2023 - 1h 19min - 147 - Derek Davis
Derek Davis
He knew he was destined to be a rocker after seeing an early version of Y&T perform at his high school (during lunch period, no less!). He soon became their roadie and went on to form his own band, Babylon A.D. Vocalist Derek Davis brings us up to date on Babylon A.D.’s latest album, “Live Lightning,” an in-the-works new album, his forays into southern rock and soul, and why Babylon A.D. had a “no dudes allowed” tour bus policy during their early ’90s heyday.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 14 Jun 2023 - 1h 02min - 146 - Nigel Glockler
Nigel Glockler
Returning to the Talk Louder Podcast for a third time, drummer Nigel Glockler discusses his latest all-star project, The Flood, featuring bassist Billy Sheehan, guitarist Jim Kirkpatrick, keyboardist Didge Digital and vocalist Chris Ousey. He also updates us on Saxon, recalls Cozy Powell’s unwieldy drumkit and reveals an early obsession with KISS.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 07 Jun 2023 - 59min - 145 - Jeff Wagner
Jeff Wagner
Author Jeff Wagner was an editor at Metal Maniacs magazine from 1997-2001 before turning his attention to music-related books beginning with 2010’s “Mean Deviation: Four Decades of Progressive Heavy Metal” (featuring cover art by Voivod drummer, Away). In 2014, Wagner published “Soul on Fire: The Life and Music of Peter Steele” followed by 2022’s “Destination Onward: The Story of Fates Warning.” We find ourselves in rare company as Jeff shares his meticulous knowledge of obscure bands, his writing process, things he learned about Peter Steele and Jim Matheos, and news of his latest, in-the-works book (we won’t give it Away here so you’ll have to watch and listen).
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 31 May 2023 - 2h 00min - 144 - Richie Faulkner
Richie Faulkner
He stepped into legendary shoes and spent the past 12 years carving his own identity as co-lead guitarist in Judas Priest. More recently, he formed the heavy metal supergroup, Elegant Weapons, and is set to release the band’s debut album, “Horns for a Halo” on May 26. Richie Faulkner joins us to discuss Elegant Weapons, his performance at the Rock Hall induction alongside K.K Downing, his connection to George Lynch and the best piece of advice Rob Halford ever gave him (live photos by David Castillo)
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 24 May 2023 - 41min - 143 - Mike Levine
Mike Levine
On May 29, 1983, Triumph – along with Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Scorpions, Judas Priest, Motley Crue and Quiet Riot -- played in front of 300,000 heavy metal fans as part of the massive US Festival in San Bernardino, California. On the 40th anniversary of this monumental concert, Triumph bassist Mike Levine joins us to relive that memorable day and discuss the brand-new, limited-edition, double-live Triumph “Live at the US Festival” album. We also tell you how to join a live chat with Triumph on May 25 (9pm EST/6pm PST) and share a little-known fact about Alanis Morissette.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 17 May 2023 - 42min - 142 - Klassik ’78
Klassik ’78
Klassik ’78 sounds so much like vintage KISS even Paul Stanley raised a starry eyebrow. Joe McGinness (aka “Paul Stanley”) joins us to discuss the down-to-the-details album, “Phantoms;” how Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante got involved; and why growing up in the grunge era made him feel 100,000 years apart from his peers.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 10 May 2023 - 1h 47min - 141 - Back in Black
Back in Black
When AC/DC vocalist Brian Johnson was sidelined due to hearing loss in 2016, Michael Mroz’s “stupid tribute band” got the phone call of a lifetime. Mroz – who plays the role of Angus Young in the long-running, Dallas-based tribute band, Back in Black – joins us to share what it was like meeting Angus Young while his singer auditioned for AC/DC. He also tells us what it takes to sustain a highly successful tribute band, how Back in Black’s history translated into the documentary, “My Stupid Tribute Band,” and which AC/DC songs are his favorites to play on stage.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 03 May 2023 - 1h 41min - 140 - DJ Will
DJ Will
His passion for music was born in the artwork of his mother’s record collection and eventually drove him to jobs at Metal Blade Records, Capitol Records, KNAC.com, That Metal Show, Total Rock and points in between. William Howell, better-known as DJ Will, joins us to share insightful stories about his career-building involvement with the Goo Goo Dolls and Butthole Surfers, missed opportunities with Pantera and Watchtower, and two bands (new and old) he highly recommends. Interesting dude! You won’t wanna miss.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 26 Apr 2023 - 1h 23min - 139 - Billy White
Billy White
As a member of Watchtower (along with our own Jason McMaster), guitarist Billy White helped pave the way for progressive, thrash-metal music. After making his mark on the now-classic 1985 “Energetic Disassembly” album, he left Watchtower and resurfaced as a member of Don Dokken’s solo supergroup in time to record and release the 1990 album, “Up From the Ashes.” He later formed the blues-influenced Billy White Trio before ultimately devoting his life to more spiritual pursuits. He joins us to discuss Watchtower’s kitchen-sink approach, how Warren DeMartini played a role in his Dokken gig and how silence can be the most beautiful sound of all.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 2h 01min - 138 - Tracii Guns
Tracii Guns
On a hot streak since rebooting in 2017, L.A. Guns is set to release its latest album, “Black Diamonds” on April 14. Guitarist Tracii Guns joins us to discuss his prolific partnership with vocalist Phil Lewis, how Slash turned him onto Randy Rhoads, his appearance in Michael Jackson’s iconic “Beat It” video and memories of Axl Rose singing WASP songs from the shower.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 12 Apr 2023 - 1h 24min - 137 - Mike Tramp
Mike Tramp
He shot to fame in the late-1980s as the voice (and impossibly good-looking face) of White Lion’s hit songs, “Wait,” “Tell Me,” “Little Fighter” and “When the Children Cry.” Today, he’s reimagined and rerecorded the band’s best-known songs for an upcoming (April 14) new album titled “Songs of White Lion.” He joins us to revisit the classic songs, discuss his love of Thin Lizzy, and recall past tours with AC/DC and Aerosmith (including that time he and Steven Tyler invaded a water park). And, yes, we ask him THAT question.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 05 Apr 2023 - 1h 08min - 136 - Sami Yaffa
Sami Yaffa
He called it the “worst-sounding album” of Hanoi Rocks’ career, but after four decades, bassist Sami Yaffa and his legendary band have proudly righted the wrongs. He joins us to discuss the remixing and rerelease of 1982’s “Oriental Beat,” his solo album and autobiography, plus his time in Jetboy and whether or not any Hanoi gigs could be up around the bend.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 29 Mar 2023 - 37min - 135 - Junkyard
Junkyard
Dusted off and back in action since 2017’s well-received “High Water” album, Junkyard is refueled and ready to rumble. Drummer Patrick Muzingo and guitarist Tim Mosher join us to discuss some very special tour dates (featuring original guitarist Chris Gates), the status of new music, the story behind the “Hollywood” video and that time Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington stole their Jack and literally trashed their dressing room -- much to their astonished delight!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 22 Mar 2023 - 1h 35min - 134 - Trauma
Trauma
Formed in San Francisco in 1981, Trauma owns a sacred place in the hallowed history of whiplash thrash. Currently promoting new album “Awakening,” drummer Kris Gustofson joins us to discuss the band’s long and winding history, touring with Queensryche, the addition of new singer Brian Allen and what it’s like to carry the legacy of original bassist, Cliff Burton.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 38min - 133 - Todd La Torre
Todd La Torre
Best-known as the powerhouse vocalist for Queensryche, multi-instrumentalist Todd La Torre is a musical force in his own right. He joins us to discuss a special edition of his 2021 solo album, “Rejoice in the Suffering,” his songwriting process inside and outside of Queensryche, and his not-so-secret wish to record a black-metal album.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten Queensryche
Wed, 08 Mar 2023 - 1h 26min - 132 - John Moyer
John Moyer
As the bassist for Disturbed, John Moyer plays in one of the world’s biggest metal bands. He’s also been a member of Geoff Tate’s Queensryche, the Union Underground, SOAK and star-studded supergroups that – for better or worse -- included Scott Weiland, Scott Stapp, Mike Portnoy, A.J. Pero and Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal. He joins us to discuss nu-metal, his Disturbed audition, touring with Marilyn Manson and why it’s better to the nice guy who didn’t get the gig instead of the jerk who did.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 01 Mar 2023 - 1h 37min - 131 - Ace Von Johnson
Ace Von Johnson
Fresh off the set of an L.A. Guns video shoot, guitarist Ace Von Johnson brings us up to speed on the band’s forthcoming new album, “Black Diamonds.” We also discuss his time in Faster Pussycat and U.S. Bombs (among others), his lifelong obsessions with punk-rock and horror movies, and how his quick reflexes behind the steering wheel earned him the name “Ace.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 22 Feb 2023 - 1h 33min - 130 - Robin McAuley
Robin McAuley
On the eve of his latest album, “Alive,” vocalist Robin McAuley joins us to discuss his songwriting process, working with Michael Schenker, his Black Swan supergroup, singing “Eye of the Tiger” with Survivor and his little-known connection to Motorhead’s “Philthy Animal” Taylor.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 15 Feb 2023 - 29min - 129 - Alan Tecchio
Alan Tecchio
He succeeded our own Jason McMaster as the vocalist for Watchtower and also fronted the metal bands Hades, Non-Fiction, Seven Witches and others. More recently, he and co-author Frank White published the coffee table book “Jersey Metal Vol. 1” documenting the New Jersey heavy metal scene circa 1969-1986. Alan Tecchio joins us to discuss all of the above and more.
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Wed, 08 Feb 2023 - 1h 55min - 128 - Rudy Sarzo
Rudy Sarzo
From his groundbreaking tenure with Quiet Riot through his arena-conquering stints with Ozzy and Whitesnake, bassist Rudy Sarzo has spent a lifetime bringing metal to the masses. We caught up with the iconic rocker to discuss Quiet Riot’s legacy, the heartfelt new song, “I Can’t Hold On,” his theory about the Randy Rhoads plane crash and why licking his bass was the least of his worries.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 01 Feb 2023 - 1h 02min - 127 - Katon W. De Pena
Katon W. De Pena
Hirax singer Katon W. De Pena was front-and-center for the birth and rise of California’s legendary mid-‘80s thrash-metal scene. Today, at age 59, he’s as metal as ever and joins us to discuss Hirax, his former band Phantasm (featuring original Metallica bassist Ron McGovney), his connection to Celtic Frost frontman Tom G. Warrior, and the times a young Hirax fan named Mike Patton used to show up early to meet the band (and later returned the favor).
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 25 Jan 2023 - 2h 13min - 126 - Joey Vera
Joey Vera
Best known as the bass player for Armored Saint, Joey Vera has also played with Mercyful Fate, Lizzy Borden, Fates Warning, Anthrax, Arch/Matheos and Motor Sister, among others. We cover as much as we can of his storied career, including how a car crash with Motley Crue’s Tommy Lee helped finance an early Armored Saint demo, why he turned down interest from Metallica and how Thin Lizzy and Queen blew his young mind.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 18 Jan 2023 - 2h 16min - 125 - Joel Grind
Joel Grind
He’s the mastermind behind thrash-metal band Toxic Holocaust and an accomplished studio technician whose credits include Power Trip’s acclaimed “Nightmare Logic” album. Joel Grind joins us to discuss his early fascination with recording, his DIY work ethic and how he got famed Megadeth artist Ed Repka to create Toxic Holocaust’s “Hell on Earth” album cover.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 11 Jan 2023 - 1h 43min - 124 - Ed Aborn
Ed Aborn
By the end of the 1980s, drummer Ed Aborn and his Siren band mates hung up their dreams of heavy metal stardom and settled into adult life. Thirty-five years later, a quietly amassing overseas fan base spurred an invitation to reform Siren and play a huge reunion gig at Germany’s world-renowned Keep it True festival. Captured on film in the documentary, “I’m Too Old for This Sh*t,” (produced by Chris Jericho and directed by Nathan Mowery), the tale is retold by Ed on the Talk Louder Podcast where he also reveals how he helped Jason land his recent Accept gig.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 - 1h 50min - 123 - Year in ReviewWed, 28 Dec 2022 - 1h 18min
- 122 - The Black Halos
The Black Halos
Back with all the snot and fury that made 2001’s “The Violent Years” an underground, glam-punk classic, the Black Halos hurl their latest sonic Molotov, “How the Darkness Doubled.” Guitarist Rich Jones and singer Billy Hopeless join us to discuss the new album, how guest vocalist Michael Monroe made a mic stand out of a suitcase (we have photographic proof!) and that time Nazareth singer Dan McCafferty (RIP) endorsed Hopeless as his replacement.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 21 Dec 2022 - 1h 08min - 121 - Philip Shouse
Philip Shouse
Before joining German metal legends, Accept, guitarist Philip Shouse rock-n-rolled all night with Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley in their respective solo bands. Join us as he discusses working with our own Jason McMaster in Accept, helping choose the setlist for Gene Simmons and that time he was asked to autograph a Dangerous Toys album.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 14 Dec 2022 - 1h 34min - 120 - Riki Rachtman
Riki Rachtman
As the host of MTV’s “Headbangers Ball” and co-owner of Hollywood’s
notorious Cathouse nightclub, Riki Rachtman witnessed 100 lifetimes
of rock-n-roll debauchery. On the eve of his “One Foot in the Gutter” tour,
Riki joins us to preview the unapologetic and uncensored tell-all tales he
experienced firsthand behind the scenes of rock’s most excessive era.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 07 Dec 2022 - 1h 22min - 119 - Jason McMaster with Armored Saint
Special Edition
Jason McMaster with Armored Saint
Just weeks after returning from a string of dates fronting Accept, vocalist and Talk Louder Podcast co-host Jason McMaster was once again called into service – this time by Armored Saint. In this exclusive edition of the Talk Louder Podcast, Jason shares the hectic pace that took him from Texas to the East Coast where he filled in for his ailing vocal hero John Bush on a run of Armored Saint dates opening for WASP.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Fri, 02 Dec 2022 - 1h 17min - 118 - Shandon Sahm
Shandon Sahm
His father is Texas music royalty and his brother is a member of Tejano supergroup, Texas Tornadoes. Drummer Shandon Sahm joins us to share his own musical journey as a solo artist, a member of Pariah, the Meat Puppets and Butthole Surfers singer Gibby Haynes’ band. He also revisits a childhood memory of following Ace Frehley to the stage during KISS’ “Dynasty” tour.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 30 Nov 2022 - 1h 40min - 117 - David Ellefson
David Ellefson
As a founding member of Megadeth, bassist David Ellefson helped pioneer the thrash-metal genre. He joins us to discuss his new projects Kings of Thrash, Dieth, The Lucid and Ellefson-Soto, as well as his line of Jackson basses and how Dokken (yes, Dokken!) influenced his signature bass tone.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 - 1h 19min - 116 - John Bush
John Bush
As one of the best (and criminally underrated) heavy metal vocalists to ever clutch a mic, John Bush has delivered the goods with Armored Saint and Anthrax. He joins us to discuss touring with WASP, his invitation to join Metallica and how he ended up in a Huey Lewis video.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 16 Nov 2022 - 1h 18min - 115 - Kirk Windstein
Kirk Windstein
As the guitarist for Crowbar and Down, Kirk Windstein is a heavyweight architect of the sludge-metal sound. He joins us to discuss how Phil Anselmo steered him toward the less-is-more approach to “the money riff;” why the Pantera reunion is so important; and why he wouldn’t be opposed to collaborating with Billie Eilish. Oh, he also confesses his respect for Winger.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 09 Nov 2022 - 1h 41min - 114 - Jim Florentine
Jim Florentine
He spent seven years co-hosting “That Metal Show” on VH-1 Classic and has a successful discography of comedy albums, movie cameos, radio work and more. Jim Florentine joins us to explain how he made a career out of prank calls, farting on Eddie Trunk and dodging flying beers while opening for Slayer.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 02 Nov 2022 - 1h 33min - 113 - Jason McMaster with Accept
Special Edition
Jason McMaster with Accept
Vocalist and Talk Louder Podcast co-host Jason McMaster has been a diehard fan of heavy metal legends, Accept, since their debut album in 1979. In 2022, he got an out-of-the-blue, last-minute phone call to join the band on tour when their singer was suddenly sidelined due to illness. In a blur, he hopped a plane, devoured lyrics, barely slept and was soon onstage raging through a set of metal classics for four consecutive gigs. In this exclusive edition of the Talk Louder Podcast, Jason shares his balls-to-the-wall story of a lifetime.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Fri, 28 Oct 2022 - 1h 26min - 112 - Angry Anderson
Angry Anderson
When it comes to rock’n’roll outlaws, Angry Anderson can’t be beaten. The legendary Rose Tattoo singer joins us from his home in Australia to discuss his history, drinking with ZZ Top and befriending his disciples in Guns N’ Roses. He also reveals a softer side, shares lots of laughs and listens with pride as Jason reads Broken Teeth lyrics that mention him by name. We are not worthy!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 - 2h 00min - 111 - Blake Ibanez
Blake Ibanez
Rejoining us for a second time, former Power Trip guitarist Blake Ibanez discusses his latest crossover thrash-metal band, Fugitive, and its blistering, five-song EP, “Maniac.” We also ask about his return to the stage, why Bathory’s “Raise the Dead” is the perfect cover tune and whether or not Power Trip will make a comeback.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 - 1h 13min - 110 - Jeff Scott Soto
Jeff Scott Soto
In 1985, Jeff Scott Soto was a 19-year-old newcomer making a name for himself as the singer of Yngwie Malmsteen’s Rising Force. Since then, he’s been widely hailed as one of rock’s best vocalists as evidenced by stints in Journey, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and the supergroup Sons of Apollo, among others. On the eve of his latest album (Oct. 7), “Vacation in the Underworld,” under the banner Ellefson-Soto, he joins us for a conversation as wide-ranging as his career -- and, of course, we ask about his Steel Dragon vocals in the “Rock Star” movie and that time he joined forces with a couple of Misfits.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 - 1h 49min - 109 - Thundermother
Thundermother
Currently on tour with the Scorpions, Swedish rock queens, Thundermother, are introducing themselves to America while promoting their latest album, “Black and Gold.” We pulled vocalist Guernica Mancini away from a “senior citizens pool party” to discuss the thrill of touring with her heroes, why Sebastian Bach is a major influence and how “the Kreator vibe” made its way into a Thundermother video.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 05 Oct 2022 - 57min - 108 - Billy Sheehan
Billy Sheehan
He’s the Eddie Van Halen of bass guitar and the teller of many great tales. Billy Sheehan joins us to discuss the new Talas album, “1985,” the secretive gig offer from David Lee Roth, Mr. Big’s unlikely smash hit, the latest on Winery Dogs and why a persistent work ethic saved him from a career in carpet installation.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 28 Sep 2022 - 55min - 107 - Nigel Glockler
Nigel Glockler
World-renowned as the Engine Room that drives British metal legends, Saxon, drummer Nigel Glockler rejoins us from his second home in Texas to discuss his newest, prog-infused band, SiX By SiX. He also reveals his favorite band of all time, shares previous tour stories and tells us which Motley Crue album ranks as his favorite.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 - 1h 13min - 106 - Kurt Deimer & Phil X
Kurt Deimer & Phil X
Currently on tour opening for Tesla, vocalist Kurt Deimer and guitarist Phil X are working hard and rocking hard. They join us to discuss their latest EP, previous tours with Geoff Tate and Yngwie Malmsteen, horror movies and
Phil’s other job as Bon Jovi’s guitarist.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 42min - 105 - Wednesday 13
Wednesday 13
With new album, “Horrifier,” due Oct. 7, Wednesday 13 continues his legacy of horror-punk heavy metal. We drill into his brain for all the scoop on his latest splatter platter, the Murderdolls, former bandmate Joey Jordison and why you never want to leave him alone with your shoes!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 - 1h 03min - 104 - Mark Younger-Smith
Mark Younger-Smith
Guitarist Mark Younger-Smith spent seven years playing arenas and living a charmed life as the guitarist for Billy Idol. He’s also worked with Texas guitar slinger (and former MTV heartthrob) Charlie Sexton, legendary crooner Tom Jones and, most recently, his new band The Broken Things. He joins us today to share some amazing insights, including the wildest Billy Idol story of all time (yikes!) and how a Pretender christened him “Younger-Smith.”
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 31 Aug 2022 - 1h 36min - 103 - Kerry Crafton
Kerry Crafton
As a producer and sound engineer, Kerry Crafton has worked with a long list of the most revered names in Texas metal/hard rock history, including Rigor Mortis, Juggernaut, Dead Horse, Devastation, Watchtower, Butthole Surfers, Agony Column and Angkor Wat, among others. His credits also include Rob Halford, Glenn Hughes, Pantera, Joey Belladonna and Stevie Nicks. We pick his brain on all of the above plus one of Metal Dave’s old favorites, Hagfish!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 - 1h 31min - 102 - Frank Bello
Frank Bello
As bassist for Anthrax and an elite member of the Big 4 (not to mention part-time actor, author, solo artist and returning Talk Louder Podcast guest – see Episode 61), Frank Bello helped define the thrash-metal genre. We caught up with him to discuss the current Anthrax/Black Label Society/Hatebreed tour, the controversial Pantera reunion, his solo EP and the importance of sanitized wipes.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 17 Aug 2022 - 35min - 101 - Michael Monroe
Michael Monroe
In the early 1980s, he made an indelible mark as the explosively stylish frontman for the highly influential -- yet perennially underground -- rock band, Hanoi Rocks. Today, he’s promoting his new album “I Live Too Fast to Die Young,” which puts him on a hot streak of five consecutive must-have albums since 2011. Join us as we visit with the eternally cool Michael Monroe and dig into the new album, Hanoi Rocks, Demolition 23, the quirky nose flute (yes, nose flute!) and the best birthday ever!
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 - 36min - 100 - Todd La Torre
Todd La Torre
His stunning vocal range silenced critics in 2013 when Todd La Torre stepped into impossible shoes as the new lead singer for Queensryche. With new album, “Digital Noise Alliance” due in October and a second tour with Judas Priest on the horizon, we caught Todd on a rare day off to discuss Queensryche (including his most difficult songs to sing), Crimson Glory, his solo album, “Rejoice in the Suffering,” and how he manages to hit those high notes despite a penchant for cigarettes.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 03 Aug 2022 - 2h 49min - 99 - Nasty Ronnie
Nasty Ronnie
In the mid-1980s, Nasty Savage helped birth Florida’s formidable extreme metal scene alongside peers and followers, including Death, Morbid Angel, Obituary, Deicide and others. At center stage was hulking vocalist Nasty Ronnie whose gladiator-style showmanship made him a one-man wrecking crew. Surprisingly soft-spoken and genuinely passionate about his many creative pursuits, he joins us to discuss Nasty Savage, wrestling, television (and not just the ones he smashed) and how “West Side Story” kicked off his interest in music.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 27 Jul 2022 - 1h 37min - 98 - Charlie Benante
Charlie Benante
More than just the elite drummer for thrash-metal kings, Anthrax, Charlie Benante is also one of the band’s primary songwriters, artistic director and coffee connoisseur. He joins us to discuss Anthrax’s 40th anniversary Blu-ray/CD/Digital livestream concert release (“Anthrax XL”), an upcoming tour with Black Label Society and Hatebreed, his star-studded “Silver Linings” solo release and his love of Phil Rudd and Jimmy Page.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 - 41min - 97 - Mickey Finn
Mickey Finn
He shook up MTV by sporting a Mohawk before punk rock went mainstream and shared stages with Cheap Trick, Kix, the Ramones and upcoming peers, Guns N’ Roses and Poison. His band, Jetboy, was signed to major labels, had an arsenal of arena-ready hard rock songs and caught the attention of Paul Stanley. So, what went wrong? Singer Mickey Finn joins us to share Jetboy’s rock-n-roll damnation.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 - 1h 14min - 96 - Kyle Ellison
Kyle Ellison
His Texas-based band, Pariah, was signed to Geffen Records where they joined the ranks of Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, White Zombie and the label’s other heavy hitters. Success seemed imminent, but never happened. Then tragedy struck. Guitarist Kyle Ellison walks us through subsequent (and cathartic) stints with the Butthole Surfers, Meat Puppets, Roky Erickson, Ministry and his recent collaboration with actress Renee Zellweger. He also tells us how he and his brother, Sims, landed in a Madonna video and that time our own Jason McMaster shared a mic with Axl Rose.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 - 1h 42min - 95 - Jeff Duncan
Jeff Duncan
Best-known for his guitar playing with heavy metal heroes, Armored Saint, Jeff Duncan previously played in the popular 1980s Hollywood band Odin (who is memorably immortalized in the “Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years”). A child of the Sunset Strip, Duncan saw Poison, Ratt, Motley Crue and WASP play to near-empty rooms before they found fame. Today, he continues working with Armored Saint, DC4 and releasing instrumental albums under his own name.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 - 1h 17min - 94 - Ron Jarzombek
Ron Jarzombek
An admitted Rush fanatic who is hailed as one of rock’s defining tech-prog-thrash guitarists, Ron Jarzombek has toured with Marty Friedman and recorded with S.A. Slayer, Watchtower, Spastic Ink and Blotted Science, among others. He joins us to discuss a wide range of topics, including the hilarious origins of Spastic Ink and the dream gig that got away.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 - 1h 30min - 93 - Dave McClain
Dave McClain
From his early days in the cult-classic underground thrash band S.A. Slayer through two decades-plus with Machine Head to his current stint in Sacred Reich, drummer Dave McClain has pounded his way around the world. He joins us from his drum studio in Wisconsin to retell the tale of the infamous Slayer vs. Slayer gig, the musical detours of Machine Head, his reunion with Sacred Reich and how he almost pursued latch-hook rug making before taking up drums.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 - 1h 56min - 92 - Graham Bonnet
Graham Bonnet
In a career spanning nearly six decades, former Rainbow, MSG and Alcatrazz singer Graham Bonnet has firmly established himself as one of hard rock’s most powerful voices and best-dressed gents. We caught up with him to discuss his latest album, “Day Out in Nowhere,” his departures from Rainbow and MSG, the origins of his distinctive look and how the Bee Gees (yes, the Bee Gees!) helped him get his start.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 - 39min
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