Drumming legend Deen Castronovo shares his musical history, playing w Bad English, the reformation of Journey, playing w Ozzy Osbourne and more recently hard rock supergroup The Dead Daisies. PLUS a new track from their LP, enjoy!
Read MoreEp130: Partying with Andrew W.K.
This week we chat with the ever-optimistic Andrew W.K. about fighting depression with music, vinyl pressings, his new album 'You're Not Alone', summoning the energy for his athletic live performances and heaps more.
Read MoreEp129: The Vinyl Guide Live w Keith Morris
Keith Morris of OFF!, Circle Jerks and Black Flag joins us for a special live event at Creme Tangerine Records in Costa Mesa California. Keith shares heaps of stories & memories from his book “My Damage” and takes questions from the live audience. Enjoy!
Read MoreEp128: Myles Kennedy - Year of the Tiger
Myles Kennedy steps away from fronting Alter Bridge and Slash & the Conspirators to deliver an incredible solo record. "Year of the Tiger" is a deeply personal story and today Myles talks about that journey as well as his many other adventures in rock and roll.
Read MoreEp127: James Williamson - Iggy & The Stooges
James Williamson co-wrote and played on the Iggy & The Stooges landmark LP 'Raw Power', thus laying a cornerstone of modern music. Today he shares his story, joining The Stooges, the making & butchering of Raw Power, Kill City, Ready to Die & more, as well as his diversion into IT and corporate executive life in Silicon Valley.
Read MoreEp126: Les McKeown of the Bay City Rollers
In the space of one year, Les McKeown went from being an unknown kid in Scotland to selling millions of records and having his own TV show. Today we talk about what was happening inside the Rollermania cocoon, the dodgy characters along the way and how Les still brings Bay City Rollers music to the masses.
Read MoreEp125: Mike Scheidt of YOB
Last year the world nearly lost YOB's Mike Scheidt. Today he shares the story of his near-death experience and how he emerged and rallied back to create the new LP "Our Raw Heart". Plus we share a track from the album, enjoy!
Read MoreEp124: The Steven Wilson Interview
Steven Wilson continues to push the bounds of musical artistry. Today he shares his history, philosophy and approach to making music, as well as his memories, appreciation and love of the vinyl record format. Plus a track from his new LP 'To The Bone', enjoy!
Read MoreEp123: Phil Lewis of L.A. Guns
Phil Lewis has lived a pirate's life fronting L.A. Guns. Today he tells some amazing tales of life on the road, takes listener questions and makes me a member of L.A. Guns for about 30 minutes. Still, I think I lasted longer than others.
Read MoreEp122: Billy Howerdel of A Perfect Circle
A Perfect Circle recently released their first album in over a decade. Today Billy Howerdel shares the history of the band and breaks down the methods of his songwriting partnership with Maynard James Keenan.
Read MoreEp121: Dave Meniketti of Y&T
Dave Meniketti and Y&T are Bay Area legends. They've shaped the sound of heavy rock while inspiring some of music's biggest names and today, Dave Meniketti shares the story of one of rock's most beloved and enduring bands.
Read MoreEp120: Steven McDonald of Redd Kross, OFF!, Melvins & more
Steven Shane McDonald has been in punk rock bands since age 10, opening for Black Flag before he was old enough to drive. Today he shares those early stories, the formation and evolution of Redd Kross, his virtual collaboration with the White Stripes, playing w Melvins, their new LP & what's next for his other bands.
Read MoreEp119: Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull
For over 50 years Jethro Tull have honed a unique, instantly recognizable style of music. Ian Anderson has led Jethro Tull from day one and, 5 decades and 60 million albums later, he shares his thoughts and memories on a career unlike any other.
Read MoreEp118: Bill Stevenson of Descendents, ALL, Black Flag & more
Bill Stevenson is punk rock royalty, playing in Descendents, ALL, Black Flag and more. Today we talk about his history, the records he recorded, the rare items in the catalogue, living hard on punk rock tours, Filmage, the comeback, coffee and what's next for Descendents.
Read MoreEp117: Mario Rubalcaba of Earthless
From skate ramps to drum kits, Mario Rubalcaba shares his journey, his records, his bands as well as a killer new track from the recent Earthless LP 'Black Heaven'.
Read MoreEp116: Mike Portnoy of Sons of Apollo, Dream Theater & more
Drummer Mike Portnoy is one of the masters of his craft. Today he shares with us his history with music, the records that inspired him, the making of his career, his discipline and the new LP of the super-group Sons of Apollo.
Read MoreEp115: Jimi Hendrix Archivist John McDermott
Jimi Hendrix was extraordinarily prolific right up until the end of his life. Hear the story of what happened afterward from John McDermott, archivist and co-producer for the Experience Hendrix organization, and how their team ensures Jimi's music and legacy continue to inspire.
Read MoreEp114: Zakk Wylde of Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne & more
This week BLS and Ozzy guitarist Zakk Wylde joins us to talk music, touring, his new LP, answers listener questions and shares his alternative uses for sharpie markers.
Read MoreEp113: Discogs CEO Chad Dahlstrom
Running the largest online music community is no easy task; the prime audience of record and music collectors are among the pickiest people on the planet. Today Discogs CEO Chad Dahlstrom bravely sits in the hot seat, discusses the focus areas of Discogs, talks about the challenges, answers listener questions and more.
Read MoreEp112: Jakko M Jakszyk of King Crimson Pt 2
Jakko M Jakszyk is living his dream, playing with his musical heroes King Crimson. Today Jakko discusses his studio work and current remixing projects for Emerson Lake & Palmer, Jethro Tull & more, plus a heap of great stories as only Jakko can tell them. This is part 2 of a 2 part series.
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