Music Mania Podcast

Famed guitarist Tracii Guns is back on the show talking about the new L.A. Guns release "Leopard Spots" which is an album that leans heavily into the band's 70's roots. Tracii opens up about how important it is to him to continue writing and recording and why some bands from his era just aren't interested.

Famed rock singer Jeff Scott Soto is back to talk about the new W.E.T. album "Apex" which is out March 28th via Frontiers. Soto talks about his latest tour with TSO and gives an update on what he's been up to lately.

Fabulous musician Paul Trudeau (current keyboard player in Billy Idol) is set to release another solo album, "Lost Diamond Boy" this August. The first single "Three Little Things" is available now and features a fantastic flamenco style acoustic solo from fellow Billy Idol bandmate Steve Stevens.

Foghat frontman Scott Holt talks about the band's relentless touring schedule and why Foghat still endears itself to so many fans 50-years into their legendary career.

Guitar virtuoso Phil X is on the show for the first time ever as he talks about Phil X and the Drill's upcoming new album "Pow! Right in the Kisser" and the 10 year journey of making the album. Phil also talks about his time with Bon Jovi and his recent appearance on stage playing "Living on a Prayer" with Richie Sambora.

Drew Cagle and the Reputation are bringing the danger back to rock n' roll with their latest release "Bad Attitude," which features an appearance from L.A. Guns' guitarist Tracii Guns. Cagle talks about the band's rise to prominence while playing with legendary acts like Stryper, Mr. Big, L.A. Guns and many more!

Guitarist Dario Lorina's new band Dark Chapel is set to release their first album "Spirit in the Glass" which is due out on February 28th. Lorina talks about playing with Jani Lane, Lizzy Borden and Black Label Society.

One of the great voices in rock history, Robin McAuley, will release his solo album "Soulbound" on February 28th via Frontiers. The iconic vocalist also talks some MSG, Black Swan and his upbringing in Dublin, Ireland.

Legendary former Grand Funk Railroad frontman Mark Farner has released a new album "Closer to My Home" and Farner talks about his 55 year rock n' roll journey and how he loves bringing the theme of freedom to the masses with his latest release.

Wings of Steel is a hard rock/heavy metal band founded by vocalist Leo Unndermark and guitarist Parker Halub in 2019. Leo and Parker join the show to talk about the evolution of the band and set the scene for what's next!

It's 2024 and the PREIST IS BACK! The band is currently on a lengthy U.S. tour in support of their latest album "Invincible Shield" and guitarist Richie Faulkner is talking about all the latest in the Priest camp including the age old question...will Priest and Maiden ever tour together?

What a weekend it was at the fabulous Rocklahoma festival and we had some very memorable interviews this year as John Cooper from Skillet joined us as well as the bands Color of Chaos & Eyebolt. Also caught up with up-and-coming female rocker Royale Lynn so sit back and enjoy our best of Rocklahoma interview show!

It's the return of Lawrence Gowan to the show as the dynamic keyboardist/vocalist discusses his 25 year stint in the band as well as Styx's current tour with Foreigner and subsequent dates with John Waite this Fall.

Up and coming rock superstar Drew Cagle joins the show to talk about his band, The Reputation and their endless quest for rock stardom which has taken them around the U.S. all Summer long.

versatile singer Rizz joins bandmate Troy Luccketta to tell the tale of Rizz and the Believerz and their new album "Don't Stop Tryin" out now!

Guitarist Marcus Nand talks about this brand new solo album "The Traveler" as well as going out on the road with Mike Tramp from White Lion for a run of U.S. shows this Summer.

Drummer Tommy Clufetos talks about some of his legendary gigs playing with Alice Cooper, Sabbath, Ted Nugent, Ozzy, Zombie and even Motley Crue. Clufetos is out on the road now playing all the great songs from his prestigious career with Tommy's Rock Trip.

It has been a few years since we caught up with our good friend and Warrant guitarist Joey Allen who is back to talk about the band's big show at Ozarks Amphitheater on August 16th with Firehouse and Once Bitten.

Candlebox frontman Kevin Martin talks about the band's final run of shows which will culminate in September and the legacy that Candlebox will leave behind. Martin also talks about the band's final album "The Long Goodbye" and shares stories from the inception of Candlebox in the early 90's.

Collective Soul guitarist Dean Roland calls in from the road as Collective Soul embarks on the "Summer Camp with Trucks" tour with Hootie and the Blowfish and Edwin McCain.

Chris Slade has been in the rock n' roll business for 60 years and is set to release a new double-album Chris Slade's Timeline "Timescape" that spans his entire career from Tom Jones, AC/DC and Uriah Heap.

Legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice talks new Cactus album "Temple of Blues: Influences and Friends).

It's our 4th of July special coming to you a day early and renowned rock bassist P.J. Farley is back on the show to talk about the upcoming July run of shows for his 80's Kiss cover band Kuarantine as well as all the goings on with Fozzy and Trixter.

It's a special early-week episode as Tracii Guns joins the show to talk about the latest Sumbomb release "Light Up the Sky" as well as L.A. Guns' upcoming Summer Tour and new music via Cleopatra Records.

Legendary guitarist Jason Hook is storming out of the gates with his new band FLAT BLACK, as they prepare to release their debut album "Dark Side of The Brain" on July 19th via Fearless Records. The former Five Finger Death Punch guitarist recruited a trio of young, hungry, and talented musicians (Wrex Horton on vocals, Nick Diltz on bass, Rob Pierce on drums) with a drive not only to replicate his past success but to surpass it with his new band. Despite reaching a commercial summit with his prior band thanks to multiple platinum certifications, sold-out arena shows, and a string of No. 1 singles, Hook remains as hungry for musical blood and thunder as the day he first picked up a guitar at the age of 6. 

The Duke of Metal, Rich Ward talks about this awesome 80's tribute band Guardians of the Jukebox as well as his memories of growing up in the 80's and hearing many of these songs for the first time. Rich is also discussing the new Fozzy single and upcoming Fall U.S. Tour. http://guardiansofthejukebox.com http://foxxyrock.com

What else can you say? It's 35 minutes of rip-roaring, flag-waving, star-spangled excellence. Ted Nugent brings his flame thrower to this interview and talks about everything from his work on the new Cactus album to honoring his Motown funk brothers like Bo Diddly and Little Richard.

The fun, endearing and inspirational Sarah Smith joins the show to talk about how she became a die-hard fan of all things 80's hair metal. Sarah talks about some of her favorite shows, rockers she has met and how she helps influence people from a younger generation to become fans of rock music. Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahes123

German guitar wizard Axel Rudi Pell discusses his upcoming album "Risen Symbol" as well as the difficulties in touring the United States. Axel is open, honest and often hilarious as he takes us through his hard rock odyssey which began in the 1980's.

The Thomas Nicholas Band is on the cusp of releasing a retro pop punk masterpiece called "We're Going to Be Ok." The actor turned musician talks about his journey in music as well as his playing Henry in "Rookie of the Year" and the impact of the American Pie series.

Heroes of the late 80's/early 90's rock scene Babylon A.D. are back with a brand new album due out May 17th called "Rome Wasn't Built in a Day." featuring 11 blistering tracks. Frontman Derek Davis discusses the band's legacy and bright figure during this exclusive interview.

From the ashes of all-female rock outfit known as Thundermother, The Gems have risen and are taking the rock world by storm with their new album "Phoenix." Mona and Emlee are stopping by to chat about the latest release and upcoming tour.

On this week's edition of On the Road to Rock, I'm announcing our 2024 Rocklahoma weekend pass giveaway. Listen for details. Also, going back to an interview we did back in 2021 with Winger guitarist Reb Beach. Once thought to be unusable due to audio glitches, the interview has been cleaned up and is ready for the world to hear! www.rocklahoma.com weekend passes on sale now! www.roadtorockpodcast.com

Stan Bush was responsible for memorable 80's soundtrack hits from the Transformers Movie to Van Damme classics Bloodsport & Kickboxer. Bush has a new single out called "Freedom" and his uplifting style of rock is still very much in his blood.

The kings of Swedish Sleeze, Crazy Lixx are back with a new album featuring a healthy dose of classic songs as well as three new ones and vocalist and band visionary Danny Rexon returns to the show to talk about all the goings on in the Crazy Lixx camp.

Guitar icon Joel Hoekstra is discussing the latest Revolution Saints album "Against the Winds" which is available now via Frontier Records.

Famed music producer/songwriter Desmond Child has released a book called "Livin' On a Prayer: Big Songs, Big Life" and he discusses the 7-year process of writing it along with working with such artists as Kiss, Alice Cooper, Ratt and more.

Taking a look back at the year that was in 2023 with guests like Dee Snider, Don Dokken, Gavin Rossdale, Jizmak Da Gusha and Stephen Pearcy.

Iconic blues guitarist Jim Suhler makes his debut on the show as he talks about playing with George Thorogood and the Destroyers for the past 20-plus years as well as his band Texas Scratch and their debut album which is available now. Quarto Valley recording artist Texas Scratch is a blues band consisting of Texas guitar slingers' Jim Suhler (George Thorogood and the Destroyers) and Buddy Whittington (John Mayall's Bluesbreakers) and the driving drum beat of Jeff Simon (George Thorogood and the Destroyers) with the help of their friends - Texas guitarist Vince Converse, drummer Roger Earl (Foghat/Savoy Brown) and bassists' Nathaniel Peterson and Kirk Yano.  

Leatherwolf drummer Dean Roberts is talking about the band's ambitious latest album "Kill the Hunted" and takes us all the way back to Leatherwolf's beginnings playing shows with Metallica in Southern California in the early 80s.

Foghat frontmat Scott Holt discusses his journey in music culminating in joining iconic rock n' roll act Foghat back in 2022. Scott is talking about the band's latest album "Sonic Mojo" which debuted at #1 on the Billboards Blues charts.

Comedian, actor, author and musician Tommy Davidson is on the show this week to talk about his trio of smooth Jazz singles including the thought-provoking song Kid Zero. Visit thetommydavidson.com to enjoy! We also talk some football, In LIiving Color and much more.

Legendary former Whitesnake guitarist Adrian Vandenberg is back on the show to talk about Vandenberg's latest album "Sin" as well as his band's upcoming Spring tour with Geoff Tate which will hit cities all over the U.S.

The legendary voice of Dokken is our very special guest this week as he discusses the band's upcoming new album "Heaven Comes Down". Don also talks about moving to New Mexico, gives the story behind one of Dokken's biggest hits and much more! http://dokken.net

Raucous Jackyl frontman Jesse James Dupree discusses his latest solo song "Never Gets Old" which was co-written with ACDC's Brian Johnson. Jesse also gives the latest update on Jackyl and sets the scene for the release of his solo album "Breathing Fire."

George Lynch makes his first appearance on the show in seven years as he discusses the upcoming Lynch Mob album "Babylon" which is due out October 20th. Lynch also talks about playing shows with Dokken and give some of his favorite memories of making Dokken's Dream Warriors video.

Famed Chilean singer Ronnie Romero is set to release his latest solo album "Too Many Lies, Too Many Masters" on September 8th and discusses his journey from growing up in South America to singing with legends like Rainbow and Michael Schenker.

The incomparable Todd "Dammit" Kerns returns to the show to talk about Blackbird Angels, a project Todd is involved with featuring L.A. Guns' Tracii Guns. Kerns is also discussing playing the entire Kiss Alive III album with Bruce Kulick next month in Sarasota, Florida

It's the very best from Rocklahoma 2023 including interviews with Gavin Rossdale from Bush, Jizmak from GWAR, Crobot, Bat Allison, Danny from Asking Alexandria, The Hu and Kix.

Swedish hard rock heroes Eclipse will release their latest album "Megalomanium" on September 1st and it's already being talked about as the hard rock album of the year. Erik Martensson discusses Eclipse's journey to stardom as the band opened for Motley Crue and Def Leppard this Summer and are about to embark on a tour with H.E.A.T. in Europe.

Y&T bassist Aaron Leigh returns to the show to talk about his recent single "Bahia Sunshine" and the importance of musical exploration in his career. Leigh also touches on upcoming Y&T happenings and discusses what it's like to see so many of our heroes passing away or retiring from music. http://aaronleigh.com http://roadtorockpodcast.com