Episodes
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Tesla: Frank Hannon
As a kid growing up on the Beatles, Stones, Skynyrd and Cash, guitarist Frank Hannon borrowed inspiration from his idols when he founded the rock band Tesla and enjoyed his own rock-radio success with a string of 1980s hit songs that still resonates today. He joins us to discuss Tesla’s upcoming album, “Homage,” (due July 17), which reinterprets songs by Elvis, Queen, Badfinger, Supertramp, Bob Seger and others alongside the new original, “Never Alone.” As he and his band mates gear up for a three-month tour with Motley Crue and Extreme, we also learn how a “Cheech & Chong moment” nearly sent Tesla’s 1987 Texxas Jam appearance up in smoke.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
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Solitude Aeturnus
In his latest adventure as a substitute singer, our own Jason McMaster recaps his recent gig fronting Texas doom metal legends, Solitude Aeturnus, at the 2026 Maryland Deathfest.
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Andy Parker
The influence of legendary British rock band UFO is readily – and rightfully – praised by the likes of Iron Maiden, Def Leppard and Metallica (among others), yet the band’s impact in America remains an underground phenomenon. With the recent reissue of UFO’s 1981 album, “The Wild, the Willing and the Innocent,” drummer Andy Parker kindly returns to discuss the expanded release, the unlikely influences of Bruce Springsteen and Elton John, the grinding pace of the 1970s/early ’80s and why the saxophone is one of rock’n’roll’s most unsung instruments.
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John Moyer
Best known as a member of multi-platinum metal band, Disturbed, bassist John Moyer recently took on the role of producer for Geoff Tate’s “Operation: Mindcrime III” album. He joins us to discuss the challenges, responsibilities and creative back-and-forth that comes with producing one of metal’s most-respected voices.
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Ronnie Younkins
His band, KIX, exploded with the 1988 platinum-selling album, “Blow My Fuse” and the major hit single, “Don’t Close Your Eyes,” but away from the spotlight, guitarist Ronnie Younkins was in a tailspin of drugs and alcohol that would turn into the fight for his life. He joins us to discuss his current band, The Blues Vultures, his brutal battles for sobriety, the time KIX picked him up from rehab in a tour bus and his once-in-a-lifetime audition with KISS. hab sobriety
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Away from Voivod
Never a band to shy away from sonic exploration, Voivod prepares to drop new album, “Symphonique,” which pairs the band’s classic sci-fi metal with the Quebec Symphony Orchestra. Drummer Michel “Away” Langevin joins us to discuss the unique challenges of performing with an orchestra, the inspiration behind the “Symphonique” album cover and the momentum of upcoming projects driving Voivod into the future.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
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Jeff Duncan
On the eve of new album, “Emotion Factory Reset,” Armored Saint guitarist Jeff Duncan joins us to discuss the band’s new music and videos; the influence of Foghat; kind words from Blackie Lawless; and the joy of being schooled by Michael Schenker. He also tells us why sharing the stage with his brother (L.A. Guns drummer Shawn Duncan) at the Rainbow’s 54th birthday bash was a full-circle moment for two “Hollywood dinosaurs.”
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Brian Greenway: April Wine
In 1977, guitarist Brian Greenway joined April Wine in time for the band’s rise to international fame with the 1978 album, “First Glance,” and its classic single, “Roller.” From there, the hits kept coming with radio mainstays “I Like to Rock,” “Sign of the Gypsy Queen,” “Just Between You and Me” and “Enough is Enough,” among others. He joins us from the road where April Wine is supporting fellow Canadian rock legends, Triumph, on a hit-packed North American tour, and kindly indulges us as we ask about the vintage songs (plus an obscure one), the band’s legacy and whether or not new music is on the list.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
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Monsters of Rock Cruise 2026
Back home in Texas after a week at sea, our own Jason McMaster recaps his voyage on the 2026 Monsters of Rock Cruise with Dangerous Toys. Did you know he did a stand-up comic routine? Plus, he announces the streaming release of S.A. Slayer’s “Prepare to Die Alive” concert recording from Germany’s 2025 Keep it True Festival.
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Carmine Appice
As the drummer for Vanilla Fudge and Cactus during the late-1960s and early 1970s, Carmine Appice pioneered the thunderous sound of heavy rock. He later co-wrote massive disco and synth-pop hits while drumming for Rod Stewart, and logged stints with Ozzy Osbourne, Ted Nugent, Blue Murder and King Kobra, among many others. He joins us to discuss his latest Cactus album, “Temple of Blues II,” his all-star list of collaborators, his secret to great hair, recording with Paul Stanley, rumors of joining Led Zeppelin and that time he and Ozzy turned a limo run to White Castle into a future backstage burger feast.
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Kenny Hickey
As the guitarist for goth-metal icons Type O Negative, Kenny Hickey sold millions of albums and toured with everyone from Pantera to Motley Crue during the mid-1990s through the early 2000s. Today, he fronts the doom-metal supergroup Sun Dont Shine featuring members of Crowbar, Down and Type O. He joins us to discuss Sun Dont Shine’s debut album, “From Birth to Death,” the band’s balance of crushing power and ethereal melodies, the contrast in writing styles between himself and Kirk Windstein, and the unexpected announcement that a live Type O Negative album is in the works.
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Richie Faulkner
For the past 15 years, Richie Faulkner has lent his formidable firepower to the legendary dual-guitar attack of metal gods, Judas Priest. Today, he celebrates the release of his second album with Elegant Weapons, a band he captains alongside members of Accept, Uriah Heep and Rainbow. He joins us to discuss said album, “Evolution,” life beyond Priest, how Tool inspired an instrumental track and an update on Priest guitarist Glenn Tipton.
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Corrosion of Conformity
They don’t come any cooler than Pepper Keenan and Woody Weatherman of Corrosion of Conformity. They join us to discuss new album, “Good God, Baad Man,” new bassist Bobby Landgraf and drummer Nick Shabatura, the lifeblood goodness of Keystone beer, and picking the brains of Rob Halford and Ian Hill while touring with Judas Priest. We also ask about the origins of the COC skull, Pepper’s audition for Metallica and what it’s like to rival Taylor Swift on social media.
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Craig Locicero of Forbidden
No discussion of the legendary Bay Area thrash-metal scene is complete without Forbidden. Founding guitarist Craig Locicero joins us to discuss the upcoming, new Forbidden album; the addition of singer Norman Skinner; contributions from Voivod guitarist Daniel “Chewy” Mongrain; the band’s early days; and his experience working with Geoff Tate on the 2013 Queensryche album, “Frequency Unknown.”
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Billy Rowe
Buckcherry guitarist Billy Rowe is having a bucket-list year – and it’s only March! He joins us to recap a recent UK tour with the Michael Monroe band (which reunited him with former Jetboy bandmate Sami Yaffa), the on-stage jam with his childhood hero Gene Simmons and the recently announced invite to repeat a Vegas residency when Buckcherry opens for the legendary Scorpions later this year.
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John Corabi
He’s been a high-profile rocker for more than three decades, but has never released a full-length solo album – until now. John Corabi – the former voice of The Scream, Motley Crue, Union and Dead Daisies, among others – joins us to discuss his new album, “New Day,” his love of ’60s and ’70s rock, and whether or not he’d join Motley Crue if he’s invited to their inevitable(?) Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction.
Created and Produced by Jared Tuten
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Hot Shot
You can’t go wrong with new music that combines the bomb-blast swagger and snarling spit of Dirty Looks, Broken Teeth, Dangerous Toys and … Lemmy? Believe it! Our own Jason McMaster updates us on Hot Shot, his latest project featuring members of the aforementioned bands. We discuss songwriting, the forthcoming album, the eternal legacy of Henrik Ostergaard and the handwritten lyrical gift from Motorhead’s main man. You’re gonna need this!
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Tom Hunting of Exodus
As a founding member of one of thrash metal’s most important and enduring bands, Exodus drummer Tom Hunting helped define a genre. He joins us to discuss Exodus’ latest album, “Goliath,” the return of vocalist Rob Dukes, memories of Paul Baloff and Kirk Hammett, his journey through cancer and some artists you might be surprised to find in his record collection.
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Jackson Davenport of Void
His love of heavy metal was born in a Burger King drive-thru and today at the young age of 20, he’s signed to the legendary Metal Blade Records. Void vocalist Jackson Davenport joins us to discuss his band’s “haunted,” power-thrash metal; the recent concept album, “Forbidden Morals;” his unapologetic love of hair metal; touring with Dark Angel and Sacred Reich; and how a pair of vintage tennis shoes and some really cool parents helped kick the band into high gear. Oh, did we mention his upcoming dates as vocalist for Lynch Mob featuring former Dokken guitar hero George Lynch? Go ahead, knock ’em dead, kid!
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Del James
He’s a lifelong friend and road manager of Guns N’ Roses, but also is an accomplished author, journalist and lyricist whose credits include GN’R, Testament, the Almighty and others. Del James joins us to discuss his gritty new graphic novel, “Consensual Violence,” his time at RIP magazine, his love of wrestling, plus a couple sidebars on Junkyard and Danzig. In his words, it’s all been a “beautiful blur.”
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