Rockstar Superhero

In the music business, there are the normies, there are the crazies, and there are the in-betweens. There also happens to be an unspoken netherworld that aligns with something a little stranger and sits outside the boundaries of pretty much everything you know.My guest today, Tommy Meehan, dislikes the comparisons to the influences of his youth, but it's hard not to hear the tones that built the man. His absurdist venom-spouting new act, Squid Pisser, is nothing I've ever heard before.. and that means something extra extra to me. The man is already a guitar god of the underworld who also just happens to be an incredibly warm human which seriously belies his altered state of a stage personality.Squid Pisser's new EP, 'Vaporize a Neighbor' and it's big brother, 'Vaporize a Tadpole,' is out on Bandcamp now and requires listening of a most scrutinous level. It's also recommended that you are looking for something a little confounding, a lot distorted, and that which oozes a bit from a two week old wound. It's disgusting, yet somehow, some way... once you pick the scab off, it's perfect. Welcome to the new world order of Squid Pisser.This is Rockstar Superhero. Time Codes: 2:00 The insane vitality of the band4:00 Hanging out with GWAR6:30 Tommy's creative projects9:40 What if there were 3 Tommy's?13:15 Tommy will never be bored 16:10 Being in a band is like polyamory18:20 How far is Tommy willing to go?21:00 Turned on by new sounds and the risk it takes23:40 Tommy isn't worried about the plan 26:45 When did Tommy become possessed by the magic of music29:30 Tobi Vail started Riot Grrrl32:25 New record available via Skin Graft or Squid Pisser Bandcamp pages 35:00 Ambitious metal punkUse of 'Liquified Remains' is provided by Squid Pisser and Skin Graft records, copyright 2023, All Rights Reserved. The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.Copyright 2024 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

For today's release, I am honored to have met and chatted with Anthony Jones of the significantly fantastic LoveLost from Southwest England.The band has recently released the mesmerizing single, 'Burnbright,' and the upcoming EP to follow will absolutely erase your brain's expectation of what modern music should sound like.LoveLost has a lot up their sleeve and this shining collective will prove their value. The near future is a wonderful place where their musical seed has already found a home.This is my interview with Anthony Jones of LoveLost and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.The new single, 'Burnbright,' is graciously provided by LoveLost and Year of the Rat Records all rights reserved, 2024.Time Codes:1:15 How Anthony discovered Slipknot3:20 When bands aren't faking the anger5:40 What a first name means7:50 Why Anthony picked up the bass guitar from drums10:00 Advocating mental health in the music business10:52 LoveLost - 'Burnbright' - part 112:00 The meanings behind the pricelessness of everything14:00 The requirements of love15:30 Studying music in college16:44 LoveLost - 'Burnbright' - Part 217:20 No ego behind LoveLost19:20 Finding democracy in the music business21:00 Developing a fanbase community23:00 A discussion around Sleep Token25:50 When bands hide their identities28:00 Real fans will follow you to the ends of the EarthCopyright 2024 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - Rob Leland - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Scott WINO Weinrich is everything I ever wanted to be when I grew up. He's a pure soul, a fantastic guitarist and vocalist and boy... does he mean business. It's not often you get to chat with a legend but this was all the things for me. Listen to the show, buy the incredible new record and go see this electrifying unit on tour. Tell everyone. For real.Oh and to quote Scott, "Create or die!"This is Wino of The Obsessed and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:00 What was Scott trying to say with The Obsessed?3:45 Wanting to prove oneself to the Punks7:00 The best musicians from 197411:00 Finding the right lead singer13:45 Stealing from the band15:40 Bringing in the Second guitarist16:20 The Obsessed - 'Daughter of an Echo'16:45 Giggling from ear to ear19:30 The Lifer Brigade and the Military22:30 Finally finding the bass25:30 Meeting Dave Grohl to do Probot27:00 The Obsessed - 'Stoned Back to the Bomb Age'27:50 Doing press everywhere30:20 How does Scott weather the storm of life?33:00 Money is money and art is art - Create or Die35:45 The new album hasn't leaked yet38:00 Next tour, next record'Daughter of an Echo' and 'Stoned Back to the Bomb Age' are tracks from the upcoming 2024 release "Gilded Sorrow," and are provided by Scott Weinrich, The Obsessed, Jeff Keller Management, and Ripple Music, All Rights Reserved 2024. Gilded Sorrow will be released February 16th, 2024.Interview courtesy of Jeff Keller Management and Purple Sage PR. Rockstar Superhero Podcast is a Copyright of Rob Leland, All Rights Reserved, 2024.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Recently, an email arrived from a trusted promotional source in the UK, and much to my surprise it was to let me know about a new band that had risen from the ashes of a legendary metallic hardcore act. I was surprised that a favorite band of mine, Above All, had gone into indefinite hiatus.However, the same musical pause had birthed a new project that excited me because my buddy, Tony Maddocks, of the aforementioned Above All, had a new thing and he was fronting it. We had to get together to chat about it, so here we are. Gratefully, we were also joined by Ron D, a monster guitarist and songwriter who has partnered with Tony to create this new metal monster and breaker of souls. I'm happy to be one of the limited few that get to announce the splash of this coming release! This, ladies and gentlemen, is Fates Messenger, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:00 What is happening with Tony Maddocks?3:00 After the reunion show5:00 The legend that preceded him8:00 Production and technology has improved music11:30 The confidence in playing the material live14:20 Fates Messenger - SCARS - part 117:20 Ron's musical story and future legend20:20 Driving around and screaming24:00 Everyone contributes to the songwriting27:00 Being distracted while recording 29:20 Fates Messenger - SCARS - Part 230:00 Tony's voice has matured over the years33:30 The purpose of others36:45 Stepping away from music only to come back around39:40 How do you explain what you sound like these daysSCARS' provided for use by Ron D., Tony Maddocks, Fates Messenger, and All Rights Reserved.Special thanks to Jade Perry and Memphia Music Management for the connection to the band!Copyright 2024 - Rockstar Superhero and Rob LelandBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Graham Russell is a true musical icon.He and his musical partner of 46 years, Russell Hitchcock, formed Air Supply, the song writing super duo, in the early 70's and really never looked back.Graham's childhood was anything but normal, leaving him without a mother at a very early age. However, these stark beginnings formed in him in a sort of poetry that eventually found its way into the hearts of millions of fans, as Air Supply became a genre unto itself. He is, and will always be, a passionate man, loving his friends and family and especially his fans, with the deepest sense of love and commitment.This is my interview with a sweetheart of a guy, and the writer of songs that make men and women fall in love over and over again. Please enjoy this very special conversation with Graham Russell, on the Rockstar Superhero Podcast.Time Codes:Time Codes:1:00 The early days in the UK2:30 Becoming mute5:10 Air Supply is a rock and roll band8:00 How to be a professional entertainer10:15 How Graham got to Australia14:30 Air Supply is quite sincere18:00 The beautiful moments with his music21:30 Graham loves his role in the band24:50 How Russell and Graham met28:00 The band that makes babies happen31:30 Celebrity is a weird thing34:30 Being on the road forever37:00 Lunch with Princess Diana40:45 Another album in the future?43:30 Never quit. Ever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

I might say this more than I'd like to admit, but this time I'm 100% positive that UK based trapmetal band, Swarm6ix, is new, inspiring, and confrontational. Lead singer, Ben Fordham, is a quiet and complex man and I'm beyond thrilled he's my guest today. Enjoy the conversation with this fantastic human. This is Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:00 What the heck is trapmetal?2:45 Getting out and having drinks4:20 Are Americans living to Swarm6ix?6:00 Ben's lyrics are intensely personal8:15 Is Swarm6ix fighting against bullying?9:50 SWARM6IX - SOCIAL SUICIDE10:15 Some people are assholes12:30 Ben's spirit preceeds him14:40 Speaking out on mental health16:30 Putting yourself out there16:40 SWARM6IX - LIPSTICK18:00 Assumptions on Ben's early life20:00 A fresh young mind22:00 The process of songwriting for Swarm6ix24:15 Ben is heading to Japan!The use of 'Lipstick' and 'Social Suicide' are provided and authorized by Swarm6ix, Ben Fordham, Saviour Management, and Out of Line Music. All Rights Reserved.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Much has changed over the last 40 years, but Tom Burger, owner of TAB Music Management, stands on the cutting edge of a new approach to the modern music business. Tom is one of the leaders in the industry and today offers up a few insider secrets into the process of becoming established as a professional musician.This is my friend, artist manager Tom Burger.This is my show, Rockstar Superhero.1:00 Missing the boat to success2:40 Tom's network and the who's who of everything3:30 Getting into artist development6:00 Trying to fill the current void in music genres8:40 Attempting to get into management on his own10:40 The beauty of the artist experience13:15 Finding a way to pay the rent at the last minute15:30 Looking to be successful at all costs17:50 The success formula is all about filling the gaps with authenticity20:30 Picking the right contacts to push the artist forward23:00 What the artist believes about the power of a label26:00 Leaning into the fan base28:30 Not stealing revenue from the artist31:00 Streaming is the way to the heart of the modern music business34:00 What is more important: singles or albums?36:25 Publishing might be the most important part of the business39:00 Moon Walker coming to Seattle-----------Wanna be on the show? Email me at rob@rockstarsuperhero.com The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Liam O'Connell is the vocalist and guitarist of My Octopus Mind, a Bristol based experimental rock band and one I've become a fan of in recent weeks. Liam is a kind and transparent guest, which makes him a perfect fit for our show. At times, our conversation was challenging, which made it worth the time to connect.Liam was openly candid about his life within the structure of music, the desire to overcome that which is seen as confusing or odd to an audience, and his complete satisfaction with playing to a small room of strangers taking a chance on his band. I hope you enjoy our conversation!My Octopus Mind is a high-energy experimental psych-rock four-piece comprised of drums, guitar, vocals and heavily effected double bass. Since their conception in 2017, the band has developed a wild form of experimental rock, taking a tongue in cheek ride through post-punk swagger and dysfunction, wonky riffs, balkan rhythms and moments of haunting grace. That last word means more than you know. Listen to our chat to learn why.'Trying To Be Normal,' the third studio album from Bristol's experimental psych-rockers My Octopus Mind is out now on vinyl via Drongo Records.This is Liam O'Connell of My Octopus Mind and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero1:00 Snippets of influence, especially Jeff Buckley3:30 Being introduced to Buckley and Radiohead at the same time6:20 Plumbing the depths of obsession9:00 Parts of Europe have great musical support12:00 A package of disparate influences15:00 Mystery White Boy17:10 My Octopus Mind - 'Sabertooth Monkey'18:40 The madness of being a creative21:20 Parents were eccentric musicians themselves24:50 The programming of success27:30 Listening through your own personal lens29:11 My Octopus Mind - 'Made Outta Gold'29:45 The ultimate sophomore album is...32:50 Falling in love with albums you hated originally34:39 My Octopus Mind - 'Minor Celebrities'35:40 Dan Reed before the grunge era38:30 Getting lost in a global market41:00 Connecting with an audience that is actually listening'Sabertooth Monkey,' 'Made Outta Gold,' and 'Minor Celebrities' are written and performed by Liam O'Connell and My Octopus Mind and are property of My Octopus Mind. All Rights Reserved.Artist PR courtesy of Memphia Music and Management. As always, I'm grateful for you, Jade!Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Inc. - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Harry Springer may compose, produce and perform all of Moon Walker's music in his bedroom, but the electrifying and eclectic sounds feel more fitting for a stadium. It's just that good. That immediate. When Harry formed Moon Walker at the height of the Covid-19 Pandemic, he was looking for a way to pass time and maybe make some extra money selling songs to music libraries. It turns out a lot of things were going to change. Quickly. I am thrilled that Harry shared so much about his history and what he believes to be his future. I'm sure you'll have questions, and I am positive Harry will answer them for you. Personally, I think it's so cool that you get to witness this moment in time where Harry is on the cusp of greatness.I hope you'll remember that you heard about him here first.This is Harry Springer of Moon Walker and this is Rockstar Superhero.1:00 Bowie, T-Rex, and the Talking Heads2:40 Pink Floyd is the favorite5:10 Getting compared to his influences8:00 Not interested in listening to new artists11:45 An obsession over concept albums15:40 Being a Freddie Mercury fan16:21 Moonwalker - 'Monkey See, Monkey Do'19:15 The coolest looking human on the planet22:20 The cool factor and the feeling of the person26:00 Justin Hawkins likes Harry's music27:29 Moonwalker - 'Devil'29:00 How to get different sounds on your record32:30 How to make a music video36:20 Scorsese and Kurosawa40:20 Logical depression vs emotional depression44:00 Harry's confident identity46:53 Moonwalker - 'I'm Afraid I'll Go to Heaven'47:35 Artistic and financial fulfillment 50:55 The goal is to pay the rent by doing what he loves54:15 Harry's music will stand the test of time58:10 Beating Spiderman 2 again'Monkey See, Monkey Do,' 'Devil,' and 'I'm Afraid I'll Go to Heaven' are written and performed by Harry Springer and are property of Harry Springer/Moonwalker and Limited Edition Publishing. All Rights Reserved.Artist representation/Management by TAB Music Management (Tom Burger). Grateful for the continuing relationship, Tom!Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Inc. - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

When I think of all the people I've interviewed over the years, very few fall into that short list of people I not only admire as a creative, but one in which I genuinely feel connected to on a cellular level.New York state's own Charles Cure, singer for the legendary hardcore band, Hush, has a new project that is way more than just another new idea. 'Spiritkiller,' which may be the best name for a band ever, is that which Charles is a part of, and who's music you are listening to at this very minute.Spiritkiller embodies all that which rocks and crushes and the music speaks to an era sadly long discarded, but also one of which has never been forgotten. It's musical bliss and takes your humble host all the way back to that first moment when hardcore meant something. On top of all this, Charles and I connect in a rare way, on a wavelength few are willing to straddle. I can't wait for you to hear what we chat about in this show.So, dig it. This is my conversation on the latest and the greatest from Charles Cure of the monstrously talented Spiritkiller, and this is THE Rockstar Superhero podcast.Time codes:2:30 Finding common ground and respect with my brother, Charles Cure6:30 We go on stage to put it out there10:30 Compartmentalizing creative moments14:40 Working out a licensing deal19:00 Approaching bands in a new way 23:15 Social media isolates and destroys28:10 Trying to be a part of a tribe32:40 The city life vs the rural farm life37:35 Opinion pieces vs news42:15 Failing to connect with those you don't agree with46:45 Falling off the cliff of value51:00 Defining the singular vs the totality55:00 Most people don't care and that sucks59:00 Being good to each other for once1:03:20 Receiving the best version of oneselfSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Today, on Rockstar Superhero, I got to meet another weirdo and now I get to share him with you.Barrett Holcomb is a super fun guy, a very talented musician, arranger, and sonic landscape producer who is on a sure fire path to being what we call, 'A Somebody.'Barrett, more affectionately known as Jon of Mars, is a lover of all genres and has a deep musical vocabulary, especially when you consider how young he is. After our interview, he and I talked about favorite bands for another 70 minutes. He's just a super great guy and I'm glad to introduce him to you today.Enjoy my lightweight and weird chat with this young spitfire, sure to end up as dinner conversation someday in the not too distant future. This is Jon of Mars and you're listening to the super tasty, velvety smooth sonic stylings of Rockstar Superhero. Dig it.Time codes:1:30 Is the band an idea or concept or an alter ego?4:20 The same thing with Frank Zappa7:10 The impact of the pandemic 9:45 Who we were when things got difficult12:30 The drive to be the best15:30 Talking about the guys on top of the business 18:50 What sets Jon of Mars apart from his contemporaries?21:40 Mozart and Beethoven and Devin Townsend 24:40 Subdividing time signatures and madness in music26:15 The drawn out moments before the groove 29:30 Uncompromising artistry32:30 Heartfelt messages in metal?36:00 Myspace is permanently broken 39:15 The big head dude42:00 Everyone is weird 44:40 The new record and the new futureSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Vojta Pačesný is such a kind and interesting guy. I don't get to talk to many musicians from the former Eastern Bloc in Europe, so learning more about who they are, and what makes their culture and music different, is a really fun process.As it worked out, I was able to get a good 40 minutes with Vojta, talking about his awesome band, Seeing Things, and chatting about life as a musician and local influencer. The best part of these kinds of interviews are the discovery of a new band, a new sound, and a new human who deserves recognition.Make sure you check out the new Seeing Things single, "Soulkiller," because of cours, it is. It's been out for a few weeks now, so what are you waiting for? I should also say that I'm forever grateful for James Illsley at Saviour Management for making these opportunities happen. What a blessed journey this has been.So, thanks for making the time to listen today and make sure you follow Seeing Things wherever you are listening to great metal, rock and roll, or electronica.They are worth your time, for sure. This is my interview with Vojta Pačesný of Seeing Things, and this is the new Rockstar Superhero. Thanks for listening!Time codes:2:50 Anyone can record an album at home now6:30 Loving certain styles or genres10:00 Finding bands from around the world13:30 Judging the bands they watch 17:30 We all love the big drop21:00 Electronic metalcore and weed 24:40 The new album, Obsidian, by Northlane28:45 Originality is basically dead33:00 Building on the foundations of metalcore36:50 Attention spans are so short these days 40:20 Dream collaborations43:50 Hippotraktor, L'itch, and Psychonaut 47:00 The blessings and curses of production50:00 Everyone has their demonsSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible.Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making. The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Chris Hathcock is known as creative mind and songwriter for the progressive metal band, The Reticent. Chris is also known as a Grammy nominated music educator, and is one of the most interesting, and challenging, humans I've met over my years as a performing artist.I've known Chris for awhile now, and in that time, I've fallen in love with his musical projects. I've also witnessed him suffer traumatic loss at an almost legendary scale. Like all of us, Chris has lost family members and friends over the years, including his father, whom Chris was incredibly close. His father's passing has resulted in Chris creating a new album project where he lays his life and feelings bare in the rarest of ways. You want to reach through his songs to help him heal, but wildly enough, the very reason you want to do that IS because his words and theme touch your aching heart as well. It's quite something to experience.So, this said, I can only warn you that today is not your typical light conversation about an upcoming band or a cautionary tale of celebrity. This is Chris Hathcock, uncompromisingly authentic and desperately seeking anything or anyone that will bring him out of the deep dark hole he's been trapped in as far back as he can remember. This is a conversation about mental illness, surviving it, and admitting that thriving within it doesn't just seem hopeless, but impossible.This is a conversation about the most ugly truths. This is a real life deep dive with my friend, Chris Hathcock, on a very important Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:00 The impossibility of now3:35 Panel discussions6:30 Faltering when things are close to the edge11:00 Distracting oneself15:20 Making himself stronger 20:20 Carried offstage 25:20 Hearing a smile on the phone31:30 Flattering messages37:30 Finding out about The Reticent 43:00 The Old Guard47:45 Giving to charities 52:40 Despondency and sadness 57:50 Missing the opportunities of love1:03:00 Behavioral Therapy1:08:00 Misunderstanding praise 1:13:00 Extraordinary writing abilities1:17:00 A window into another mind1:22:00 Real excited about the upcoming tour1:27:00 Getting away from it when it's too much 1:31:00 Super cool mixing techniques1:35:00 Affecting the lives of those that listen to the show todaySubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvh Wanna be on the show?Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Wowashwow is a foray into a relatively unknown world for me.Growing up, I fancied myself a listener of all types of music... I was open to all genres, but I never really gave those deep soul grooves a chance, because I didn't understand where they were coming from or what they were saying... I don't think I was trying too hard, either.Today, when I hear a new soul groove or delve into certain hip hop singles, I hear aspects that pop, but don't capture me too much. That is until I heard Wow's new single, "Class Enrollment," and well... I was sold. This was a new thing. A new sound. A new world and a heck of a vibe.My conversation with Wow was short, but still all the things. She's an exciting talent with world changing destiny on her mind. She is going to will it into existence and doing what she does, with these beats, pretty much assures you she's correct. So, spend the next 30 minutes catching up with this exciting voice and utterly inspiring woman. She's gonna be hard to beat, and I know of what I speak.This is Wowashwow on your Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:00 When your roots are hard rock and metal4:35 I don't sound like anyone7:00 Visual and wet9:00 When Wow curates a show 11:40 Detailing the band14:00 She loves room for growth 16:15 Talking about the groove and arrangements19:00 Writing skills have evolved 22:00 Heart smiles!25:00 Confidence when there wasn't any28:20 Minor inconveniences 31:00 Manifesting the tourSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

On the show today, I spoke to a guitarist who's band is coming up so fast that their legend in the progressive hard rock world seems assured.My chat today with Paul Visser from the supremely talented London based trio, Black Orchid Empire, was an utter joy. When I was growing up, I struggled to find musicians like Paul, because they are so rare. He has his own voice, truly his own style and sound, and he's found 2 other musicians, who, in turn, have made Black Orchid Empire into a must listen.You must listen to them now.You must buy their new record.They are truly special and they make guys like me very happy.You'll see it and hear it today.Hold on, blessed ones, for this is the truth and the power behind the most surprising new band I've heard in years. This is Paul Visser of Black Orchid Empire and this is your boy, Rob Leland, bringing you an "all new for 2023," Rockstar Superhero. Time codes: 2:00 Outside validation 5:15 The process and production of making a record8:30 Musical exceptionalism 11:50 Expectations of success 16:00 The purest forms of expression20:20 Performing with sincerity24:30 Streaming words together with poetry28:30 Seeing another's perspective32:30 How the financial end of the business has changed36:30 Rush proved work was the difference 40:30 The honesty of Devin Townsend45:00 Black Orchid Empire is ascending49:00 Agreeing on the parts that work54:00 Begging for a freebie 57:10 Becoming a fully rounded musician Subscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperhero The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making. The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you. Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

There aren't many surviving old school punk musicians. Many of them have gone on to that great gig in the sky, but those that have survived the last 45 years are the true legacy artists of a long gone generation. Mention Johnny Rotten, Siouxsie Sioux, Nina Hagen, or Henry Rollins and you know they changed the musical landscape forever, and their influence is far reaching.Of all the surviving punks, John Robb is a truly influential human, known not only as a founding member of the legendary Membranes, but as a writer, a commentator, a pundit, and an industry insider for over 30 years. Our conversation today was everything I had hoped it'd be. As you can imagine, this is a man with too many stories, but we got to a few, and most importantly took the opportunity to talk about his AMAZING new book, "The Art of Darkness, the History of Goth."So, to quote Marty DiBergi from Spinal Tap, "enough of my yakkin'.... let's boogie." This is my hour long chat with the legend that is John Robb and this, as always, is your Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:00 Olympia, K Records, and Tobe Vail6:25 Ellensburg and Mark Lanegan10:40 What we admire about John Robb15:10 Books, television and media in general19:50 Goth is a retrospective term 24:30 In the end, you are bigger than your record collection29:20 Going the long way around4:10 The willingness to moderate our thinking 39:00 The different bits of a city44:00 The book is a take on Goth vs a definition48:50 Crowley and the occult53:15 The fast operator 58:20 Sitting and listening forever1:03:00 Working the songs out in your head1:08:40 Greta Thunberg and clevernessSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvh Wanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making. The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

There's a new sheriff in town.I know I'm prone to hyperbole, but on rare occasion, I'm so taken by a guest that I stray off topic and find myself trying to get back to the point of the interview. Fortunately, my joy in talking to Fia Nyxx kept me engaged and we talked about the true depth of her work and where she's going.Let me tell you... there is nothing that's gonna stop this young lady. Her talent is already well known and her persona, coupled with the very real woman let's you know straight away that she defines power, femininity, and purpose. She's centered in a way very few are, so... wow, just wow. This said, let's get straight to the dessert.This is Fia Nyxx and this is your favorite long form music interview show, Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:30 Loving the deep dive5:00 Doing anything anywhere9:15 Fia is enjoying the ride13:00 The 'yeah but' in Christianity16:20 The personal relationship with God and destiny20:35 The beauty of the human being26:50 Uniqueness in musical experience 29:00 Portraying herself as a character32:50 Doing things in a newish way36:30 Finding a new production team40:50 Being an abnormal person 44:30 Being ready for the rock48:00 The journey of Alanis 52:00 Playing drums for the mega stars 55:00 Perfect examples of being insaneSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvh Wanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Some bands stick to something tried and true, and some bands take leaps guaranteed to kill any momentum they've built along the way. My guests today, the boys from In Fear, demonstrate that somewhere in the middle lies the sweetest of spots: A place called home where the riffs are ferocious but still feel like a place that Jack built years ago when you weren't quite ready for what comes next.In Fear's new release comes out in May of 2023, but in the interim, they're working hard to keep your whistle wet. As is a new standard in the music business, In Fear are releasing exciting singles, each brimming with energy and aggression. If you thought you liked them before, wait until you read the barometer where a low pressure front is sure to create some lightning in its path. This is the way to something new and bold.This is In Fear and you're listening to your favorite long form music show, Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:45 Predictable Metalcore vs today's version4:30 Getting Ryan to come along7:30 Black metal vs other sub genres 10:40 Sounds that work well together14:50 Finding the balance in the mix19:30 Alienating your fanbase 23:45 Wanting to find their unique voice28:10 The difference in elements32:10 Dictating what's 'popular' 36:30 Dropping a new series on Netflix40:30 The impossibility of touring a new album 44:40 Josh Davies of Monasteries48:20 Still wanting to 'do the thing'52:00 European touring potential 56:00 Mexican restaurant stories1:00:30 The future of In FearSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you. Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

This week on the show, we break some new ground. It's not often we are afforded a chat with musical royalty, but today... indeed we are. Bassist Steve McDonald started his professional music career at 11 years old. Within a few years, he and his brother Jeff started the seminal power pop band, Redd Kross and, less than 10 years later, played the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.30 years later, Steve is still killing it, standing in the ceremonial center, providing ground support for the legendary sludge metal band, The Melvins.The new album, Bad Mood Rising, is a mix of all the things The Melvins do so well and they don't mind letting you have it, square in your ear hole. Make sure you pick up the new record as soon as you listen to our super fun chat, okay? Don't just stream it. Buy it, then see the band on tour.This is my chat with Steve McDonald of the Melvins, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:40 Encouragement and eye crosses5:40 The KISS B sides8:45 High quality and status11:45 Small chains of sports bars15:20 The balls behind the Melvins18:00 Buzz is one of a kind21:20 Living the experience24:50 Reading the band's progressive mind28:20 The harmonic edge of Steve's voice32:00 Complicated riffs and weird repeats35:20 Playing for the song38:00 The original KISS bass42:00 Cheap Trick on tour45:30 Foreign environments and recording studios48:45 The Hollywood portal52:00 Attributing sanity to sane environmentsSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Marlee XX is here to stay.She's a contemplative talent, aware of her persona and style and confidently operates within the landscape she will own soon enough. I'm so happy to have had her on my show.There is going to come a day, in the not so distant future where Marlee and her vocal stylings, whether rap, soul, or afrobeat (or heck... pick a genre) will be very publicly recognized. She's already on the nominations and awards train and more is coming, I assure you.I'm truly grateful to have experienced her wit and charm first hand and now it's your turn.These are the secrets behind Marlee XX as you listen to the new Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:50 Surface vs Talent3:00 Setting Marlee XX apart from her contemporaries5:45 Twice a weekend for shows8:30 Accepting Marlee for her own style11:30 Not following the Status Quo14:00 What gets in the way of success17:00 Running towards your strength20:40 Motivational speakers23:40 Listening to God in nature26:50 Connecting with the universe30:20 Melodic and groovy style33:30 Developing a wet sound37:00 Seeing people through the lens of mental health40:00 Ruining the best situations43:00 Identity in Christ46:00 Working towards the purpose of Marlee XXSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

As it happens sometimes, I am honored to connect with a real legend in the business. This is due to the fact that I was that weird kid that wanted to know what people weren't talking about on the radio.Cut to today, when who should arrive at my virtual door, but the man himself.... Dee J Moens (Moons) of the legendary Belgian rock band, La Muerte.It's easy to praise a man who has lived his musical life without boundaries, but it's also frustrating to love something so much yet wonder why after 40 years, the band still seeks a larger audience and people don't know what a force the band and the man is. Dee J gives me some answers to explain why he thinks the band has walked this road and I try to explain that it's not fair, because in my opinion, they should have always been huge.It is what it is.This is my interview with one of the heroes of my youth. This is Dee J Moens of La Muerte and this is the new Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:50 Talking to the legends4:00 The naive view of annoyance6:35 Johnny Thunders and London9:40 Seeking out alternative music ideals12:40 Belgian outcasts16:00 Dealing with pop culture19:40 Always seeking a feeling 22:50 Running against the grain25:30 Becoming something we aren't28:10 Witches and spellcasting31:35 Reopening the venues for concerts34:20 The music is online to enjoy37:40 Holding true to a style and sound41:00 The new record and potential tours44:00 Who and what Dee J isSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

It's not often that I connect with a musician quite like Craig Lawrence. Let me explain. Most musicians are a bit wild eyed and loony. I know because I'm one of them. When I speak to a guy like Craig, it's such a breath of fresh air because he's not trying to be someone he isn't. He isn't putting anything on. His music is precise, fun, infinitely listenable and full of hope for the future not yet attained. In other words, he's doing it for the love the craft, and that's a rare thing indeed.So, instead of me telling you more about the direction of our conversation, let's just get into the meat of the band's story.This is my interview with Craig Lawrence, the talented singer and guitarist of the great UK band, The Young Hearts, and this is the new Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:25 What the Young Hearts are all about3:30 The dynamic of regional bands5:50 Local cultures, schools, and family8:00 Kent and Brighton10:30 Getting what they deserve12:40 Looking to carry on and settle on doing more15:00 Proper progressive stoner rock17:40 Subconscious songwriting20:20 Catchy isn't cheesy22:40 How sounds feel in person25:00 The band will take you out of your funk27:30 Telling the truth through music30:00 Taking back the music from labels32:20 Happiness in the hooks34:50 Coming down from Everest37:00 Nothing left to proveSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Karin Park seems to exist on an alternate plane. It's rare that an artist can feel so singular, even when it's apparent that there is a sort of hidden musical homage to those that have influenced them. Karin's new album, Private Collection, speaks to the soul in a profound way. The music is glassy, mesmerizing, morose, lovely, challenging, enchanting, and dare I say pure. It's a must own and one in which I'll be listening to and sharing with my friends for decades to come. I really can't exaggerate its importance in this brave new world. Go buy it today.This is my lovely chat with the slight provocateur, Karin Park, and you're listening to the new Rockstar Superhero.-------------Time Codes:2:00 How much does Scandinavian culture support Karin's work?5:40 Artist's deserve to get paid9:30 The types of musical artists13:00 Choosing life for selfish reasons16:40 Fighting for her artistry20:25 Conversations about accidents24:30 Lamborghinis and junkers28:20 Unsure of motherhood32:30 Life can't be bought36:15 Wanting to touch your soul40:00 Pre-internet times44:00 Joining a revolution47:40 Wasting energy to look back at life51:45 Staying true to herself55:00 Belonging in the creative muckSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Short and sweet is how it is when you get J-Easy on the line. The man is a great example of a classic rap artist, playing with the ideas of youthful hubris, all while being a dad, a husband, and a kind soul dealing with naysayers.His new single, 'Let me brag,' says it all. It's a young buck, letting you know who and what's what, all while delivering the lyrics with a tongue planted firmly in cheek.I hope you enjoy the new single, along with this interview we put together for you. Make sure you follow J wherever you get your media, because he's worth your attention. This is J-Easy, and you're listening to the new Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:20 When Hip Hop changes your mind3:00 Introverted and the small hang5:00 Publicity stunts7:00 Hitting it when you're young9:20 Lots of shows the last 2 years11:20 The mindset to withstand13:40 The J-Easy orbit15:30 This is catchy and upbeat17:35 Bragging a little more20:00 The upbringing with parents and drugs22:30 It's always a new day24:30 Believing one is worthy26:45 When a song stops suicide28:50 Talk can be a sword and a shieldWebsite : www.jeasyofficial.comEPK : http://www.j-easy.epk.fm/+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Subscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Vancouver Canada has a habit of birthing bands that revel in eccentricity. What I find most appealing is that my guests today are really just kind, normal dudes.Hunting Giants came to my inbox via a favorite PR team and my ears immediately couldn't get enough. There is a new electricity in their sound that rivals the progressive metal greats of the 90's, and it's my pleasure to make them known to you today.Steve and Brad joined me today and I'm pretty sure we had a great time. At least I did, and based on the smiles during the interview, I'm pretty sure I made the correct read.Join us today as we explore the mythology behind their concepts and their understanding of the world we share.This is Hunting Giants and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:3:00 The sound and fashion of Grunge7:00 Getting signed is an opportunity10:00 Artists are willingly crazy13:30 Success is worth chasing and ongoing16:30 Success begets success20:00 Getting to the end of the journey24:30 Chasing the squirrel in the hamster wheel28:00 Imprinting the music into the culture31:00 When the band were babies35:00 Learning how to compose songs38:10 The external and internal musical experience42:00 Moving to British Columbia 46:00 The penetrating vocal performance49:50 That's how you know it's love53:20 When the demo was released57:00 Learning how to refine the songwriting process1:00:00 When interviews are fun1:03:30 Wondering if others will notice1:06:20 Music is magnetism1:09:40 God is in the airSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Matt Wagner is going to surprise you. His energy and voice seemingly know no boundaries... at least not yet.Matt's voice is a new icon waiting for discovery and I'm so proud to be one of the first to spread his message of good musical news.I was fortunate to discover Matt through a business relationship, who simply sent me an email asking my professional opinion. Now, usually when one gets these emails, the performers are average at best, so I wasn't expecting much, but then I heard his new single, Sorry, and I about lost my mind.Perfect pop nuggets aside, this is the new thing. Your ears are on the cusp of making a new friend and I'm so glad Matt gave me the time to share his story with you.So, without further ado, let's jump on the call and make it happen. This is Matt Wagner, otherwise known as MNERVA, and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:00 Talking to Matt about the stories behind MNERVA5:00 Seeing the angles8:00 The work ethic is key11:00 Being in the middle of the pack14:00 What did I miss?17:30 Being into rap, soul, and R&B21:00 Tossing water on the fire24:20 Sometimes it doesn't land27:30 Excited about a certain song30:40 The first real fan of MNERVA34:00 Nirvana and Tobi Vail37:10 Making life happen40:40 Motley Crue's The Dirt44:20 Never changing and doing because we love it47:25 Releasing the music for others50:30 Average at best53:25 Capturing the perfect moment really quicklySubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

As Dennis Sanders says 'Life has a way of saying "don't get too comfortable,"' and maybe that's exactly why I like his music so much.Today, on the show, you're going to make another new discovery with me, as we listen to the first moments a new artistic friendship was formed.Dennis' band, Spirit in the Room, is a dark hearted novel come to amazing life and we are all here to witness it's truth and fiction. The new album, Flamingo, is a thickly mixed, dense and brutally melancholy work of singularity. The name of the band clearly draws a line in the sand, because the music does sound like a spirit in the room. I'm just not sure if it's friendly or not.Why tell you anything more, when you can listen to our great great great conversation? The answer is "I'm not going to." You'll have to take the next 45 minutes to learn the truth about the man, the band, and the reasons behind it.This is Spirit in the Room and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:50 Dennis' artistic journey3:45 Thirteen years later6:00 Living in so many places8:40 Sleeping in one's truck11:40 When you're the problem14:15 Fixing yourself is required17:00 Hiding smiles from others19:25 Going through tragedy to become kind22:00 How does Dennis get through25:00 Flamingo is the new EP27:30 Spirit in the Room doesn't collaborate31:00 Trusting others artistically34:00 The last breath allows you to suffer37:00 Depeche Mode can't help it40:00 Artists want to stick in your memory forever42:50 Do your own thing and stop worrying45:00 A musical David LynchSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Okay okay... every once in awhile, I get super nervous doing an interview. It isn't intended, obviously, and my energy goes through the roof, so hang on to your hats, because I'm off the rails today.I was so ecstatic to connect with Greg and Sean from the global supergroup, Vented and it shows. Vented was founded not long ago, and for a brief time, Joey Jordison of Slipknot fame, was a member. That is until Joey sadly passed. Speaking today with Greg and Sean, I was able to get a better understanding of the hows and whys of Joey's involvement and what the band is doing to push forward.The band has already released 2 amazingly heavy singles and have a few more coming, until we'll finally get the monster in a box long player that I'm dreaming of hearing. If you like heavy music, you already know these guys and you're probably in agreement that this record is going to kill.With that, let's fall off the cliff together, into the abyss of the most brutal music this side of Sunday. This is Vented, and you're listening to the very excited Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:45 The traction behind Vented4:00 Instrumental vs front man singer7:00 The Joey Jordison effect11:00 Building the brand through catharsis14:30 Surprised by the past influences17:45 Gergo's desire to be in the band with Sean20:45 Never changing tones23:40 Dealing with strong personalities26:40 Social media has blown up the band29:00 Nervous to hang with the band31:25 Special guests on the new record33:55 Sean traveled to Budapest36:10 The endless perils of travel38:00 Hellfest and Wacken at noon40:40 The unbelievable effectSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Sinnery is a fantastic band and my interview with Alon Karnieli was all the things I'd hoped it'd be. What's really crazy is Alon is halfway around the world and we actually have mutual friends. How does that happen?Sinnery's new record, Black Bile, comes out in September, and everyone I know is thrilled to hear the entire work. Hopefully, today's show, along with the opening song you're hearing under this intro, will turn you on. Get on the presale list now, because it's a killer record. Alon shares some great insight into life in Israel and the meaning behind each song on the record, so now's the time to learn about this great band, if you didn't already know who they were. A giant in the making, this is my interview with Alon Karnieli of Israel's SINNERY and this, as always, is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:30 The formation of the artist4:30 The worst thing Alon ever experienced7:20 Musicians are completely crazy10:30 Considering new ideas and genres13:30 Creativity genes take us off the cliff17:00 Pizza, Zombies and Unicorns20:00 Mental development over time23:55 Studying at college and careers26:30 Mutual friends with Davidavi Dolev30:00 Moving on from the current album33:10 It's about worshipping together36:20 Extremism in the name of God is wrong39:00 Experiencing a total new culture immediately42:40 Facts aren't always true45:30 Playing cards and eating good food48:50 We love to murder51:45 What makes Sinnery worth being rememberedSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Gematria. Say that amazing word three times fast. I was so blessed to chat with Ray Suhy of this fantastic progressive rock act, and we had a wonderful time, getting to know each other and touch on some fascinating subjects. Ray is kind hearted and an utter blast. It's times like these where I wish I could get more than 60 minutes of conversation, but I'm grateful to get any with Ray, I assure you. This is my chat with the man himself and the creator of new ideas and stories. This is Ray Suhy of Gematria and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:50 Through the grapevine4:15 Playing with expression and intent7:35 Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, and Sabbath10:50 Music that moves us14:20 Gonna be best friends with Ray17:50 Developing ideas into something new21:20 Detaching oneself from an idea24:45 Going into the studio without direction28:50 The last song on the record32:00 Music is a type of sport35:40 Handing off tracks39:00 Electric Boogaloo42:20 Geometric obsessions46:00 A series of whole steps49:50 Sacred geometry and pure math54:10 Agreeing on religion and creation58:00 When bands fall apart1:01:30 Still dealing with imposter syndrome1:05:10 Jaded with high expectationsSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

When I sat with Zach Amster of the up and coming monster rock band, Abrams, I knew I was in for it. Zach has that certain something that I'm familiar with and envy at the same time. He's thoughtful and transparent, but he owns the floor and in our interview, Zach made it very clear he knows what's what. The direction of Abrams is clear and it's my hope that the show today will turn you towards the future of rock and roll as we turn our ears to the groundswell. Especially since the new album releases on September 9th.This is my chat with the man of the moment. This is Zach Amster of Denver's own, Abrams, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:05 Democratic bands3:00 Understanding the lives of musicians5:30 Air guitars8:00 Falling into stereotypes10:50 Dead Moon and Hype!14:00 Right place right time17:00 The sound of familiarity19:55 The studios of an era22:30 Confidence in the Abrams songs25:30 Ferocious about transparency28:00 Confidence from parenting31:00 Josh from Northlane34:00 Psychedelic genres36:50 Depressing grunge fans39:30 Coping without the bottle42:30 The obsessions of failure45:10 Peeing in gigantic water jugs47:10 Denver shows and new albumSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Dark and brooding.... words that are overused... it must get tiresome, especially when you're a very talented person and you're constantly aligned or misaligned with everyone else in a certain genre.My conversation with James Hammontree of Oklahoma City's Black Magnet was a real treat, because the man is a reality check, charging straight into the blind eye of an industrial metal storm cell.Black Magnet's new release, Body Prophecy, is a squirmy, dark hearted, mind melt that pushes the listener through a death metal, rust tinged trap door, straight into an old school belt sander. It screams the best parts of yesterday with the modern levels and ferocity of today's angst and hopelessness.It's brilliant, mostly because the man who created it is so relentlessly in pursuit of the truthful human experience, whatever that is.I hope you enjoy my blast of a conversation with James Hammontree of Black Magnet because I sure did. This is Rob Leland and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:00 Cyber goth techno4:45 Part of the solo plan7:55 Body Prophecy was recorded 2 years ago10:40 Approaching the songs in new ways13:40 The Dark Oklahoma City17:00 Satanic panic 20:20 Curiousity of the human condition23:00 What creeps into the songs26:25 Overcoming panic attacks29:40 Disabling the heart and the mind32:45 Motivated to do the new music36:00 Breaking into new molds39:30 How lives are improved43:00 The tools of the vulnerable46:30 Everyone can find fulfillment49:30 Last words from JamesSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Mark Bravi, or as I still like to call him, Marco, is a true musical upstart and an integral piece of the musical mission known as Virtual Symmetry.Hailing from Italy and vacationing in Switzerland, Mark gave me enough time and enough joy during our interview to make up for any emptiness in my life...perhaps ever. I don't know if I've ever met such a kind and easy going guy.The new Virtual Symmetry record, eponymously titled, comes out in September and the band heads out on tour with the beloved Swedish band, Evergrey. I hope you'll buy the fabulous new record and see them on tour. They are simply smashing.This is my interview with Virtual Symmetry and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:30 When Marco arrives, it's glorious4:30 Awake era Dream Theater7:30 Adding romance to progressive metal11:30 Playing to the visuals15:20 Not following the rules19:20 Failing to reprise the best parts23:00 Music magazines and promo companies26:50 Finding himself in a different world30:25 Analyzing the musical arrangements34:20 Listening as a keyboardist38:00 Terry Bozzio and Vinnie Colaiuta42:00 Many sleepless nights45:00 Bolstering the mood of the pieces48:50 Being a producer over a performer53:10 Thomas Lang plays for the songs57:15 Some people aren't for you59:15 The cellular level1:03:00 Being an inattentive husband1:06:00 After the one hour markSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Meeting Ian Blurton is one of those super cool experiences, because not only do guys like us vibe on a cellular level, but the man actually writes some of the best songs you'll ever enjoy.Ian's been around a long time and it shows in only the best ways. When you kick around the circuit for years, your sincerity cannot be denied and Ian's music proves his commitment to the craft. The new Future Now record, Second Skin, has been out a number of weeks now, and it resonates with fans of old school, classic melodic rock. Think Cheap Trick and Redd Kross and you might be close to getting what Ian is dishing out. The band makes it happen and these songs will rule your mind, trust me.Let's dive in, shall we? This is my interview with Canadian legend, Ian Blurton, and this is Future Now, on Rockstar Superhero.2:00 Ian Blurton is super talented4:20 Artists are nuts7:30 Caring too much about making it10:10 Influenced by Cheap Trick13:20 Working the internet16:00 Records don't need to be so loud19:20 The Rolling Stone recording system22:40 Canadian bands in the states25:45 We love to feel sorry for ourselves28:40 The next record is always the better one31:40 There is a lot of singing in the band34:50 The basic human needs38:30 When KISS ruled the world41:30 Recording records for a living44:30 Little Ian Blurton was a drummer48:50 The Hudson Brothers Ba-FaSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

This chat has to be one of my favorites. The brain behind the brawny musical endeavor known as Contemplator, Christian Pacaud, is a truly interesting and open guy and his music makes me happy in the best ways.Contemplator takes old school ideas, flips them around, skins them, pumps in calories and nutrients, and lays the new sounds bare for you to groove and stack your day by. It's pretty great stuff, simple and to the point.To quote David Lynch's Twin Peaks, the conversation around the dinner table is lively. Lively indeed.As always, I'm grateful for the chance to share new music and ideas with you, so let's just jump into the caboose. This is Contemplator and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.--------------Time codes:2:10 Musical courage5:00 The vehicle to drive creativity8:00 More of the favorite bands11:40 Rap will never last14:30 It's hard to live through creation18:20 Progressive rock and metal and drifting sounds21:45 No real logic required25:10 Tears for Fears on Creep28:45 Finding someone that shares your passions32:00 Finding unfinished songs35:00 The Band of the Hand38:00 Zoolook and Adrian Belew41:10 Living positivity through the songs44:40 Wisdom in service47:30 Talking way too much49:30 AuthenticitySubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

The Oklahoma Kid is a metalcore inspiration of the highest order. I became a recent fan and it's easy to say that I'll stay that way. The band has a reputation for really giving it to the fans, and the music hits me so hard, I don't know if I can claim I have 20/20 vision anymore. Maybe with my reading glasses.Their killer bass player, Robert Elfenbein, is a shining example of what it means to be an in the pocket rhythm player and our conversation was a total blast. The band's new album, Tangerine Tragic, is a verifiable 11 track beast of an album and it's my pleasure to tell you all about it today. So, jump into your headphones or tap along in your car. This is the German metalcore powerhouse known as The Oklahoma Kid and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:00 Rob, Robbie, Robert, and Bob4:20 The second biggest audience7:00 Enjoying the aging process9:30 The stupid early twenties12:20 Master of logistics15:30 Glaciers and the metal game18:20 Sade or Brutal Slaughter20:50 Songwriting and programming24:10 Entertaining the prodigies27:00 How to write creative vocal parts30:00 Oklahomans are not an angry people34:00 Identifying with heavy songs37:00 Finding better players40:00 Disc golf is becoming a thing43:00 Touring for mental health issuesSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Feather Mountain is one of the most important bands in the world. They tell stories that penetrate your soul. The melodies are complex and inviting. The subject matter is human and fully realized. It's magic stuff and I'm honored to be friends with the band.Over the last 12 months, we've had a few different chats, and this interview presented today, is an amalgam of those conversations. If it sounds a bit disjointed thematically, it's only because we edited around the variables as best we could, all while keeping the thrust of the band's story complete.That said, here is our conversation in it's uncensored and often painful glory. This is my interview with Jens, Andreas, Mikkel and Christian of the Danish progressive metal band, Feather Mountain, and this is Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:00 Melodic and seductive music2:45 The beginnings of Feather Mountain6:30 The look and vibe of the band10:35 Incorrectly labeling bands14:40 The wildly disparate influences of the musicians19:00 Envisioning the band and crowds20:25 The masculine and the feminine24:00 Repeating melodies27:25 Trusting in simplicity31:30 Sincere is one of the best songs ever35:00 Finding a way to express the pain and frustration38:00 Making the decision to expose their family crisis42:00 Not trying to do it all in one shot46:20 How do you prepare for the live experience47:00 Living in our purpose50:55 The creatives behind the videos55:00 The band story is so profound59:25 Breaking through the emotional front1:03:00 Feather Mountain writing process1:06:30 Letting the music roll over you1:09:00 The kind and lovely peopleSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

There's an odd thing that happens in the music business and particularly in the world of heavy metal.People love to categorize. In fact, they love to do it so much, that every band in history despises the question, yet guys like me have to ask it because how else can we turn our listeners onto a new thing? Listeners love to think they are open minded, but secretly, they are looking to hear what they like and are rarely open to new sounds or ideas.Cue Stormbound. The band is not bound (pun intended) to any one genre, even though they are often lumped into Symphonic or Power metal sub genres. Stormbound is its own thing and I would guarantee you're going to love it.So, let's just jump right in and play, shall we? Hailing from Israel, this is the fascinating Stormbound, and this is your favorite podcast, Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:45 The blessing of Stormbound3:45 Shani is the famous one5:50 Locking in with the others in the band8:15 The superior guitarist10:30 Femininity and masculinity in bands13:30 The driving forces behind the music16:10 The reader and the listener19:00 Setting the band apart from other power metal bands21:20 The social statements behind Stormbound24:20 What does Ofer care about?27:00 The democratic songwriting process30:30 What can a musician bear?33:00 Coming up with something new and different35:45 The annoying aspects of being in a band39:00 Breaking out in IsraelCopyright 2022 Rockstar SuperheroAll Rights ReservedSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Meeting the members of Polarity is ultimately the result of a very happy accident.In preparation for an interview with a very well known progressive rock band, I was listening to a song on YouTube. As it happens, the songs end, and inevitably the algorithm brings up a new song, often by the same artist. As I'm in the middle of writing my questions, I hear a very cool intro and a very different sound pours into my headphones. It turns out YouTube's algorithm really wanted me to hear Polarity, so I reached out to the band, and this interview is a culmination of those random moments.I will say nothing more, but welcome to the new sounds of accidental discovery. These are the very friendly members of Toronto's own, Polarity, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:2:00 The roundtable of Polarity5:00 Band chemistry is crucial7:45 The huge sound and surprises10:45 Adding styles when you're the new guy15:00 The reason you show up to shows18:20 The questionnaire is positive and fun22:00 The dark and light key changes25:30 The feelings of gratitude and attitude29:50 Showing up how you are34:00 90's pop and Meshuggah38:20 Contemporary 80's solos42:00 Being a noisemaker from day one45:30 Talking about the songs in the studio49:00 Blowing the smoky thing53:00 The ongoing adventureSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Where October Ends, nu-metalcore seems to begin.I was blessed to connect with Nick and Alex for a recent show, and I discovered so much more about this great band that I've fallen in love with.October Ends mixes sounds, culture, and impeccable songwriting into an easily digestible and decisively lovely mix of mystery and misery.Make sure you listen to the new single Playtime, and find yourself squarely placed into the middle of a journey through the band's spiritual eyes. It's not going to be like anything you expect, I assure you.This is my chat with October Ends, this is your buddy and host Rob Leland, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:45 A band is a family. How to survive?6:00 New listeners and expectations9:45 Finally on the right path. Freedom.13:10 October Ends reminds us of Queen16:35 How a band changes through membership20:35 The weirdness of being important24:20 Musicians are crazy people28:00 Coming up with new sounds and melodies32:10 Metalcore, hiphop and musical madness36:00 Weird tangents39:10 The connection of pure intention43:00 Tied to our demons46:30 Know that there is hope to overcome50:00 What does the band seek to achieve54:00 Humans never stop learningSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Guitarist and songwriter, Andreas Ballnus, has been working on a 'new' project called Philosophobia for 15 years. Yes, I said that right... 15 years. In between gigs with various world class musicians around Europe, Andreas and a few other superstar musicians wrote, recorded, and ultimately re-recorded the new self titled album, out June 24th. If you're listening to this show, the first thing you need to do afterwards is go out and buy this wonderful progressive metal masterpiece.Sure, it's easy to use hyperbole like masterpiece or must own, but I assure you it's the truth. Pick up the new album today!This is my interview with one of the coolest people in my life, the inimitable Andreas Ballnus, the guitarist of Philosophobia because this, my friends, is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:00 How to put together a supergroup5:45 The nature of the musical artist9:20 Doogie White and Bruce Dickinson13:30 Doing 300 shows a year17:00 Working with Paul Di'Anno20:00 The blessing and the pain in the ass24:20 Starting with a used guitar28:45 Hippopotamus Avalanche33:00 Reviews of the new album37:00 People should be aware of their behavior42:00 The Vegan lifestyle46:00 We don't understand animal feelings49:00 Planetary caretakers52:40 True prog metal57:00 The NBA finals1:00:00 Radiohead and Dream TheaterSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Tom Naumann is a true original. Along with his partner in crime, Mat Sinner, the name behind the legendary band, Tom has enjoyed a career at the forefront of German metal.I was so fortunate to snag Tom for this interview. He and Mat are so very busy with the press behind the new Sinner record, BROTHERHOOD, as well as the re-release of the epic self titled debut record by Primal Fear.Yes, it's true. Both bands are putting out material right now and Tom can be found squarely in the middle. To put it simply, Tom is busy and he still gave me time, so here we go. This is Tom Naumann of Sinner and Primal Fear and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:1:30 Tom is a rockstar and superhero, clearly3:50 Japanese touring6:30 Sinner and Primal Fear8:50 Uriah Heep and The Sweet11:40 New musical ideas14:20 Hobbies into professions17:00 Booking for the new record20:00 Bringing the friends into the studio23:30 Doing the job of a musician26:20 The stinky tour bus29:00 Playing festivals as a new father31:50 The original sound of Sinner34:00 Nobody cries with Tom goes on tour37:00 The internet connects us39:30 Being talented and kindSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

What do you do when you encounter genius? Do you let it overwhelm you? Do you ask it questions, to better understand it's impossible point of view? Do you sit and revel in the idea that some can see other worlds and imagine other sounds?Typically, I sit in awe and do my best impression of a smart person, so I can at least hang on some level. That's about all I could do when I connected with Tim and Chris from the musically ambitious High Castle Teleorkestra. There's just so much to learn and see and hear, so the best bet is to just hang on for dear life and enjoy whatever comes of the questions, because it's never what you expected. Let's get right to the wow, okay? Sound good? This is Tim Smolens and Chris Bogen of the experimental mindblow known as High Castle Teleorketra, and this, somehow, remains to be... Rockstar Superhero.Intro:2:00 The influence and appreciation for what HCT does4:45 The guitar playing 4th grader8:00 Turned onto the idea of another world12:00 The radical innovators15:45 Uncovering the morsels17:30 Being intimidated by ideas21:00 Playing Chet Atkins for others24:50 Doing music for the right reasons28:30 Second guessing song ideas32:30 Doing what they want regardless36:00 Never looking back40:00 Fitting into the music business box43:50 Fixing the music landscape for the future47:15 Watching TikTok while pooping50:40 Musical science and philosophy54:00 Holding in the box, kind ofSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Damon Tate is just one of those guys who brings such a calm vibe that you get immersed in his world easier than you'd expect.Of course, this belies the intense nature of his band, the awesome OF VIRTUE. True to form, though, Damon is a guy who gets it out on stage and on record, and as I've said many times, it's always the guys in the heavy bands that have the least to prove.Besides, Of Virtue proves the reason they are making waves with the new singles, 'Hypocrite' and the previous release, 'Sinner.' Now's the time to pay attention to this great band.Let's roll, shall we? This is Damon Tate. This is Of Virtue, and this is Rockstar Superhero.---------Time codes:2:00 What does Damon love about the business?5:20 The combination of forces9:00 The electricity of the festival experience12:00 The deafening sonic wave of people15:20 When you're not sure you're worth seeing19:00 Michigan is its own thing22:40 There aren't a lot of places to call home26:30 Arranging and writing has matured30:00 Refining our spaces to bring the audience33:30 The weird assumptions of celebrity36:00 Being deemed worthy of their time40:45 The hypocrite in all of us44:00 Experiencing wisdom and turning a blind eye47:30 Paying the sickness forward51:00 Waking up to purpose and serviceSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Sometimes, interviews are a real challenge. Othertimes, they find their way into epic experiences. For some reason today, my conversation with Mike and Aaron went way past epic and feel squarely into the legendary category. I'm not sure what it was, but man we had a great time.Sure, it's possible I was a little excited. Sure, I love the new album, Delusions. Sure, I'm clearly known for hyperbole, but this was different.How different? Well, try to keep up, because this one went all over the map. We laughed a ton, and best of all, we became instant friends. Not the garden variety, but the sweet forever kind.Hold onto your pork pie hats, my listening audience because this one is just so much fun. Prepare yourself for the Mine Collapse.This is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:3:00 What do we do with the old band?6:20 About the songwriting process10:00 Surprised by life and fatherhood14:00 Phone calls and feedback17:00 People are weak and stupid21:00 Writing credits and collaboration24:30 Japan and Chicago27:45 Sucked into the tourist traps32:00 Religion is curious and frustrating36:00 A story about coconut water39:40 Drums, loops, and drinks43:50 Meeting heroes 47:00 Charlie Benante and Anthrax50:30 If you're not in a band54:00 Motivational shows and new songs57:20 Mine Collapse and what's nextSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

If you were confronted with a life or death situation, how do you think you would respond? Would you bear down and deal with the circumstances and worry about the consequences later? How would you respond emotionally? Would you pray?My guest today, Charles Cure of the brutal New York based sludge metal band, HUSH, encountered such an experience. For Charles, his experiences were life changing, but affirming all at the same time. Charles knows what he wants and nothing was going to get in the way of the bigger picture. The details of this moment are explained in greater detail in the show today, so prepare for the unexpected. I didn't see this coming at all.This is my intimate chat with Charles Cure of Hush, and this is Rockstar Superhero.----------------Time Codes: 3:00 Growing up in Hudson New York7:50 Maturing adults and the project of music11:00 Crazy car accidents14:40 Surviving the brush with death18:20 Yes, that really happened21:40 Accepting vulnerability25:10 The deepest parts of our humanity28:30 The coolest pastor in the world30:00 The life of Charles Cure33:00 Messing with life and suicide36:30 The difficult conversations around depression39:40 Understanding the edge of darkness43:00 Capabilities notwithstanding46:20 The Pornography of Ruin49:50 What does your message say about you?53:00 What are you in love with?56:40 Weighed down by the worldHUSH:Jordan Cozza – bass/guitarJason Tash – bassJeff Andrews – guitarMark O'brien – drumsCharles Cure – vocalshttps://hushdoom.bandcamp.comhttps://twitter.com/HUSHdoomhttps://www.facebook.com/hushdoomhttps://www.instagram.com/hushdoomhttps://linktr.ee/hushdoomHudson, New York-based crust-influenced sludge outfit HUSH unveils their third full-length release, The Pornography Of Ruin.HUSH is formed by veterans of indie and underground bands from disparate corners of the scene and currently includes former members of From Ashes Rise, Self Defense Family, Aficionado, Endicott, and others. The Pornography Of Ruin showcases a more expanded view of their established sound by embracing more melodic elements, intense dynamic shifts, and previously unexplored vocal and atmospheric textures within each composition. Thematically, the record focuses on the concept of personal destruction and transformation; drawing heavily from vocalist/lyricist Charles Cure's experiences in the aftermath of a 2016 car accident that left him hospitalized and unable to walk for several months.Cure elaborates, “At the time the first song for this album was written, I was struggling to relearn how to put one foot in front of the other and confronting major personal transformations on both mental and physical levels. By the time the last song was completed, the world had become destabilized by a global pandemic as well as political upheaval and violence. With past HUSH material, we had always tried to write songs that captured a sense of impending disaster at a macro/abstract level, but at a remove from our personal lives. With The Pornography Of Ruin, given the environment we found ourselves in, that approach didn't seem useful anymore so we took those same ideas and personalized them on a deep level. I think the songs really communicate the feelings of helplessness and loss that were pretty universal to our experience of the last few years.”The Pornography Of Ruin was engineered at the band's studio; HOVVL Audio Environment in Hudson, New York by frequent collaborator Ryan Slowey and was mastered by Jack Shirley at Atomic Garden in Oakland, California. The cover was created with photography by an urban explorer Adrian Ledezma and design by Charles Hush. Fans of Disembowelment, Corrupted, Samothrace, Grief, and Mouth Of The Architect, take note.The Pornography Of Ruin will see release on June 24th, released digitally and on CD by the band, on cassette via Sludgelord Records, with plans for a vinyl release to follow.The release of The Pornography Of Ruin will see HUSH embarking on its first live shows since 2018 on a short Mid-Atlantic/Northeast run with their friends in New Jersey doom band Cowardice in late June being solidified. Watch for updates on that and additional live news to followIn their ten years together as a band, HUSH has become one of New York's most sonically punishing musical exports. During that time, they have produced two LP's and two EP's worth of acerbic sludge covered in a layer of ‘90s crust and infused with flourishes of atmospheric post-metal, earning them a loyal following in extreme metal circles.In a live setting, the band has developed a reputation for a kinetic onslaught, delivering huge waves of distortion through a wall of amplifiers accompanied by a primitive rhythmic churn that has at times featured two drummers simultaneously pummeling the towering riffs into submission.HUSH muscled their way onto the scene in 2014 with the release of their first self-released LP titled Unexist, and then proceeded to solidify their sound with the sparser and bleaker aesthetic of 2016's Nihil Unbound EP, released as a collaboration between Dullest Records, Silent Pendulum Records, and Fuzz Records. Their most recent recorded offering was the 2018 LP Untitled II released via UK label Sludgelord Records, with the album comprising two tracks of material from writing sessions for Nihil Unbound as well as a reimagined and rerecorded version of their first EP, 2012's Untitled I.In the years since the recording and release of Untitled II, the band has endured several lineup shifts that resulted in limited live outings, but the group remained focused on producing a follow-up record that would surpass their previous efforts on every front. To accomplish this, founding member Jordan Cozza built a recording studio in a barn in Hudson, New York and the group began shaping songs that would refine and encapsulate the ideas they had been pursuing since their inception. The result of these labors is the 2022 LP, The Pornography Of Ruin.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Groove, reckless 70's stoner vibes, and huge blue psychedelia makes Elektric Mistress' killer EP, Chapter 99, a hit in my book.I was able to chat with a few of the guys in the band, namely guitarist Kyle Cantfell and keyboardist Riley MacDonald, so it was really nice to get a few different perspectives on the sound and fury of this cool band.The new EP drops on June 17th and it's sure to make an impression, so it's my humble hope you'll pick it up sooner than later and enjoy those familiar warm and fuzzy overtones that curl your ears.This is Elektric Mistress and you're listening to their killer music right now, on Rockstar Superhero.------------Time Codes:3:00 Closed loop processing7:00 Talking session musicians down10:50 Childhood sounds of Deep Purple14:50 Waiting for nothing18:40 Richard Wright of Pink Floyd22:30 Halifax and Montreal27:00 The foolish abuses of rockstars 30:00 Healthy foods on tour34:00 Staying away from social media doesn't help a band38:00 We don't do interviews40:40 Casual life and music and hanging out43:50 Getting the band on the festival circuits47:40 Sacrificing small animals51:45 Getting diseases and dying, kind of55:00 The stigma of certain hallucinogens59:00 Mass shootings in Canadahttps://elektricmistress.bandcamp.com/album/epSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Thornhill has been exciting audiences for a few years now. Another monster band, hailing from the land down under, this Australian quintet knows how to put it down and wrap you around their sugary fingers.I was honored to chat with frontman Jacob Charlton about the way the music business and the band's fanbase has gravitated increasingly towards them, as their sound and look has matured. It may not be easy to be this badass, but Thornhill makes it look like it's a run around the park.Make sure you check out their new album, 'Heroine,' to discover the musical tricks the band plays on you as it lulls you into its heavenly power pop realm. I imagine, the band will be spending the next year on the road in support of the new record, one way or another, so make sure you check them out as soon as you can. Thornhill is definitely going to the top.With that, please enjoy my conversation with Jacob Charlton, the very interesting singer of Thornhill. It's June 2022, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.Time codes:1:30 The formation of Thornhill3:40 The evolution of the band's sound6:00 A million bands that crush it8:30 Unlearning choral lessons11:30 People love the direction of the band14:20 The world is missing its rockstars17:05 You can do more as an artist19:40 The name follows the sound and direction22:00 Peter Gabriel and eccentricity25:00 Thornhill will keep pushing towards uniqueness27:30 The distinct character on stage over the real Jacob30:00 The hot take on the new record, 'Heroine'32:00 Looking for online criticism34:40 What has Jacob learned?37:00 Anxiety, growth, and confidenceSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

Maria Lessing, the singer from the lush and lovely Future Palace, was my guest on the show today and I'm 100% sure you're going to love her voice. She's a great emotive vocalist with a big range and a certain way about her, and she has the performance chops of someone who's been in the business for a long time, yet she's still so young.Future Palace has just released the new album, 'Run,' which, according to the band, "explores the aftermath of a toxic relationship in a stunning and vulnerable way." I have to agree. The songs are full of life, bursting with catchy melodies that overcome the bitterness behind the words. What comes now for this exciting trio? Well, you'll have to listen to the show all the way through to find out, so let's get to the meat of it, shall we?This is Maria Lessing of Germany's Future Palace, and this is Rockstar Superhero.-----------Time codes:1:30 That's awesome4:00 Many chapters in life leads to this moment7:50 The opinion of the normal people11:10 Believing in the sound and fury of Maria15:00 The first experience meeting fans18:30 Being a girl in a boy world21:50 Suzi Quatro and the butt smack25:30 The wish to improve yourself29:20 Changing into a crazy artist34:00 Becoming an honest performer38:00 Processing the lyrics in the songs42:00 Carrying what you experience46:00 Most people are afraid to talk about abuse50:00 Don't feel bad about telling the story53:30 Problems in relationships with other humans56:00 Looking to be on bigger stagesFUTURE PALACE ARE:Maria | VocalsManuel | GuitarJohannes | DrumsTwitter: https://twitter.com/FuturePalaceDEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurepalaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurepalaceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/futurepalaceWebsite: https://future-palace.com/Subscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

I love Immerse. A lot. I get it... I'm prone to hyperbole but the music hits me in the right place and the band is just so extremely talented. So, to these ears, Immerse is all the things...and yet melodically sublime.I spoke to Josh Armitage a few weeks back and our chat was what you'd expect. We had a great time and connected over everything from songs to the technical aspects of being the timekeeper in a modern rock band.There is so much to love here and Immerse is poised to turn it on, and in turn, welcome you into the fold as a fan for life. Their new single, Self Destruct, is a perfect example of what they do best and they did it. Without further ado, This is Josh Armitage of the UK Metalcore act, Immerse, and this, my friends, is Rockstar Superhero.Time Codes:2:00 Being Immerse full time5:25 Everyday Psychics8:40 Little Josh the drummer boy13:00 Wanting to play over the celebrity aspects17:00 Making transitions to new ideas21:00 Better to be raw and off the cuff25:00 Home made visualizers28:45 What the songs have in common32:00 Playing festivals are where the band belongs36:00 Management teams and misunderstandings39:00 Being alone with cabin fever43:00 Positive influences in childhood46:00 Encouragement into the path49:00 Exciting perspectives to an upcoming bandSubscribe to both shows here: https://bit.ly/3airCvhWanna be on the show? Go here: https://calendly.com/rockstarsuperheroThe Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.The Rockstar Superhero Radicals podcast was created to connect you directly to people, professional and private, who have lived lives worth discussing and offer solutions to our listeners, one heart at a time. If you are seeking truth and purpose beyond yourself, the Radicals podcast is for you.Copyright 2022 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights ReservedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.