The Classic Rock Podcast

On this video edition of the show we are joined by special guest Joanne Shaw Taylor from her home in Nashville, Eric Johnson remembers jamming with the legendary Johnny Winter and Candice Night looks back 30 years to her recording debut with Rainbow on their final studio album "Stranger in us all"

Welcome to the new edition of the "Rock'n'Blues Experience and coming up brand new music from Inglorious from the new album out this week "V" plus guitar icon Eric Johnson remembers jamming with Johnny Winter, Candice night looks back to where it all began on the recording of Rainbow's last studio album "Stranger in us all" 30 years ago this year and out special guest is Joanne Shaw Taylor who joins us from Nashville to talk about "Black and Gold" plus we look ahead to even more new music to come and a return to the stage in the UK.

"Welcome back to The Rock and Blues Experience! video editionOn this edition, I'll be talking with the incredibly talented Candice Night, who's celebrating the release of her third solo album, Sea of Glass.It also marks an incredible 30 years since her debut with Rainbow back in 1995 — where she not only sang on the album Stranger in Us All, but also co-wrote several tracks.Since then, she and legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore have formed Blackmore's Night, a band that's been captivating fans for decades with their unique blend of Renaissance and folk rock.Candice will be joining us from her home in Long Island, where we'll talk all about the new album and what the future holds.David Crosby's final days as recalled by Steve Postell, who reveals the details about the band they had put together the album and touring plans that were in place all ready to go and after an evening phone call where they had their usual discussion and conversations Steve awoke the following morning to a text saying simply that David "had gone" . Steve like everyone else was left shocked by the sudden nature of his passing. Steve has been back in the studio "Walking Through These Blues" has just been released and new material from the "Immediate Family" is on the way.

The Rock'n'Blues Experience with Tim Caple welcomes a legendary guest – Gil Moore, founding member of the iconic Canadian power trio Triumph!In this exclusive episode, we dive deep into the rise of one of rock's most successful and electrifying bands. From their multi-award-winning albums to legendary live shows featuring groundbreaking light displays and pyro effects, Triumph set a new standard in concert performance.

Welcome to a powerful new "VIDEO" episode of The Rock'n'Blues Experience with Tim Caple!In this special feature, we sit down with Megan Kane and Dylan Turner, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind the blues-infused Southern rock band Parker Barrow. Joined by Alex Bender (guitar), Will Tipton (guitar), Bo Howard (bass), and Eric Safka (keys), Parker Barrow delivers explosive live shows and emotionally resonant music that draws inspiration from legendary acts like The Black Crowes, The Allman Brothers Band, and Tedeschi Trucks Band. We explore:The creation of their acclaimed debut album Jukebox GypsiesTheir inspiring journey from a chance meeting to touring in an RVThe stories behind hit singles “Count Your Dollars” and “Desire”What's next in 2025 – including their new single “Don't Tell Mama (What Mama Don't Know)” (coming October 17, 2024)Rooted in Southern grit, heartfelt storytelling, and raw blues-rock energy, Parker Barrow is a band on the rise. With a name inspired by the infamous Bonnie and Clyde, they're chasing music, not mischief – and blazing their own trail. Don't miss this intimate and inspiring conversation about music, life on the road, and what it takes to make it as an independent rock band today.Subscribe for more interviews with rising and legendary names in rock, blues, and beyond.

Welcome back and on this edition of the show we are joined by virtually the whole Hawkwind crew ! to talk about the new album and legendary gis from the last 6 decades, also we have Steve Postell talking about his friendship with David Crosby and what it was like working together and we introduce you, California Irish.

Welcome to the new edition of the show and today we feature one of the cult classic bands of the 1970's Gentle Giant who are back with a new live album "Playing The Fool" founder member Derek Shulman joins us to look back at the history of the band who still carry heavy influence to this day, we also talk about Dereks time as an industry head and his talent for spotting bands that went on to sell millions of albums, he signed Bon Jovi, Nickleback, Pantera and Dream Theatre to name just a few and was also responsible for taking a flagging AC/DC who were about to be dropped by Atlantic and re-established them as a global act when they re-appeared with The Razors Edge.Also on the show Deborah Bonham talking about Robert Plants influence and The Damn truth describing what it was like from day one working with grammy winning producer Bob Rock.

Deborah Bonham: A Life in Music – From Shadows to SpotlightFew artists can claim a journey as rich and dynamic as Deborah Bonham. Growing up in the shadow of one of rock's greatest legacies, she forged her own path, showing early promise as an opera singer before stepping into the world of blues, rock, and soul. From the success of her 1980s debut For You and The Moon to the latest Bonham Bullick album, Deborah's career has been one of passion, evolution, and authenticity.In this special feature, we take a deep dive into her life in music—exploring the highs, the challenges, and what the future holds. A captivating and all-encompassing conversation with an artist whose voice and spirit continue to shine.

Preview from the upcoming show with Deborah Bonham and here she talks about the new Led Zeppelin biopic "Becoming Led Zeppelin" Full show coming soon ...

Video Edition.Welcome back and coming up on this edition of the show we welcome back "Canada's Rock'n'Roll Band" The Damn Truth" who release a brand new self titled albun this wek produced by grammy award winning producer Bob Rock. Joining us today to talk about the new album the band and all the stories behind the making of what will be one of the year's best albums are Lee-la Baum, PY Letellier and Dave Traina . Accept no substitute, The Damn Truth are probably the finest rock ‘n' roll band on the planet right now.” – Metal Planet“An incendiary kaboom of commotion, with blazing vocals, powder-keg rhythms, and flaming guitars. This is immense. It's a nitro-glycerine love-bomb!” – Raw RampThe forthcoming album features the singles “Love Outta Luck,” “I Just Gotta Let You Know,” “The Willow,” and their latest single “Better This Way.” Stream all the singles on Spotify. It's no secret that one of the most exciting new bands making noise in the UK and Europe these days is Canadian. It's true, and it's The Damn Truth, a Montreal rock foursome serving up a gutsy, revved up modern reimagining of classic rock ideals. And now, after touring the UK and Europe for the last four years, The Damn Truth return with their self-titled fourth album, The Damn Truth, and, once again, produced by the legendary Bob Rock (Motley Crue, The Offspring, Bon Jovi, etc). This new album is the culmination of 12 years of hard work and constant touring; The Damn Truth are a perpetual and virtually unstoppable rock and roll machine.Fuelled by two Top 40 singles on the Canadian Active Rock Charts (“Love Outta Luck,” “I Just Gotta Let You Know”), this new album marks the next level in their relationship with Bob Rock. He has pushed the band in all areas of playing, writing, and refining the Damn Truth signature sound, most evident in the revelatory power of Lee-la Baum's vocals as evidenced on the mystic, almost Zeppelin-vibed “The Willow;” the full on bittersweet romance of “Better This Way;” the social conscience of “The Dying Dove;” the cautionary “If Don't Make It Home;” and the hell yeah rabble rousing “All Night Long.” The Damn Truth have added some extra lanes on their rock'n'roll highway as they explore new musical scenery, but the destination remains the same: organic loud rock experienced best in a crowded concert hall dripping in sweat.The album was recorded over a period of two months at Bryan Adams' Warehouse Studios in Vancouver. This is Bob Rock's favourite studio; it's a classic and gigantic old school recording haven (AC/DC had just wrapped up prior to The Damn Truth's arrival), perfect for the massive drum sound that Bob loves. Unlike their previous LP, Now or Nowhere (2021), which was hampered by Covid restrictions; this one is 100% produced and mixed by Bob Rock, who also gave the band access to his incredible collection of rare and vintage guitars for the sessions.

Welcome along to this video extra edition and special guest is the voice of Thunder Danny Bowes who joins us to talk about bhis return to a live stage this June on the "Maximum Chat" 2025 Tour it is Danny's first live appearance since suffering serious illness over 2 years ago and whilst a full stage return with Thunder is a way off just yet Danny is fighting his way back to full fitness.Here then we look back on this journey over the last 2 years and ahead to the future.

Joining me on this video edition of the show the legendary Andy Fairweather Low.New Album Out "The Invisible Bluesman" Buy here https://amzn.to/40QsAbwJoining us on the latest edition of The Classic Rock and Blues Show with Tim Caple is none other than rhythm guitar legend Andy Fairweather Low. A true icon, Andy has played alongside some of the greatest names in music history—Eric Clapton, BB King, George Harrison, Roger Waters, Stevie Nicks, The Who, and many more. From his early days fronting the chart-topping Amen Corner to his acclaimed solo career and legendary collaborations, Andy's journey is nothing short of extraordinary.Now, he returns to his blues roots with a brand-new album, set for release on February 7th. Don't miss this exclusive feature interview as Andy shares insights into his storied career and his latest musical venture.Andy Fairweather Low is a rhythm guitar legend who has played with the music industries greats of the last 60 years, from Eric Clapton, BB King, George Harrison, Roger Waters, Stevei Nicks, The Who in fact the list is so long you couldn't fit it in here, and lets not forget the chart topping band Amen Corner as well. Andy turns to the blues for his brand new album coming Feb 7th Andy Fairweather Low, born on August 2, 1948, in Ystrad Mynach, Wales, is a renowned Welsh guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He first gained prominence in the late 1960s as the lead vocalist of the pop group Amen Corner. The band achieved several UK hits, including "Gin House Blues," "Bend Me Shape Me," "High in the Sky," and the chart-topping "(If Paradise Is) Half as Nice" in 1969. Following the disbandment of Amen Corner in 1970, Fairweather Low formed Fair Weather, which scored a UK Top 10 hit with "Natural Sinner" the same year. After the group's dissolution in 1971, he embarked on a solo career, releasing albums such as "Spider Jiving" (1974) and "La Booga Rooga" (1975). His solo work produced hits like "Reggae Tune" and "Wide Eyed and Legless," the latter reaching No. 6 on the UK charts in 1975. Beyond his solo endeavors, Fairweather Low became a sought-after session musician. He collaborated with prominent artists, including Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Roger Waters, and Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings. Notably, he was part of Eric Clapton's band during the acclaimed "Unplugged" performance and toured extensively with Roger Waters during the "In the Flesh" and "The Dark Side of the Moon Live" tours. #andyfairweatherlow #bluesmusic #amencorner

Video Preview of the upcoming show with Blues sensation ZZ Ward.ZZ was compared by the New York Times to Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner and for good reason ZZ has one of the most powerfil and distinctive voices in music today and does the seemingly impossible of blending a multitude of sounds from classic blues, rock,pop,country,soul and hip hop into a totally unique sound.ZZ is on the next show in the meantime here is a short preview of the conversation we has this week talking about "Liberation"

https://amzn.to/3Ekteqp Join us for an exclusive interview with guitar virtuoso Eric Johnson, one of the original members of G3, the legendary guitar supergroup formed by Joe Satriani. With the release of the highly anticipated G3 Reunion album—bringing together the original trio of Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson, and Steve Vai—Eric takes us on a journey through his six-decade career in music. From his early days in the 1960s to his breakthrough success in the 1980s with classics like Cliffs of Dover, all the way to his current projects, Eric shares his experiences, influences, and thoughts on the evolution of guitar playing.

Welcome back to the show and coming up on this edition we are joined by Joan Armatrading to look back on her 5 decade plus career in the music business and the brand new album just released "How Did This Happen and What Does It Mean" Plus we hear from Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad about their debut live show at the Atlanta Pop and Rock Festival 69, plus the night Led Zeppelin pulled the plug on their live show mid set and touring Europe with Steve Marriot and Humble Pie and also John Coghlan of Status Quo with memories of Top of The Pop's appearences being in LA at the time of "Down Down" being composed.

A video extra and here you can meet the guys who make up DeWolff, and if you are a lover of the 70's sounds of everything from Deep Purple to Sly and the Family Stone and James Brown then you will love these guys check out the catalogue including the just released new album "Muscle Shoals" https://www.amazon.co.uk/music/unlimited?tag=timcaple0e-21 DeWolff just released a great new abum "Muscle Shoals" which should hopefully elevate the standing and status of the boys from the Netherlands when they hit these shores for the first time over a year ago I met up with them backstage for a chat so they could introduce us to who they were and how they became influenced by the legends of classic rock that has shaped their sounds , enjoy this short conversation with the guys check out the new album and check out the tour dates for Europe this spring when they are again sharing the stage with Silver Roller another band with roots in 70's classic rock who you need to check out. DeWolff, a talented young band from the Netherlands,. known for their exceptional musicianship, they seamlessly blend rock, blues, and jazz fusion to create a unique sound that appeals to a wide range of music enthusiasts. With their energetic and captivating live performances, DeWolff has gained a loyal fan base across Europe and beyond. Their music is a mix of powerful guitar riffs, soulful vocals, and intricate instrumentals, resulting in a captivating experience that leaves audiences craving for more. Having already proven themselves on the international stage, DeWolff is considered one of the most promising bands to emerge from the Netherlands in recent years. Their ability to effortlessly blend different genres and create their own signature sound sets them apart from many of their contemporaries. Whether you're a fan of rock, blues, or jazz fusion, don't miss the chance to witness this talented Dutch band in action as they continue to make waves in the music industry. Latest album is out now and they have promised they will be on the road again and heading to the UK next March and the US in due course.

Welcome back to the show and kicking off 2025 we are joined by a drumming legend who shot to fame at Woodstock as the teenage drummer of Santana Michael Shrieve has long been associated with Santana playing on all the early albums up to 75 but since then he has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the music industry back in the late 70's he teamed up with Stephen Dees and they formed Novo Combo who looked primed for superstardom as the 80's turned .After lying dormant for over 4 decades the original quartet got back together and a new album has been released so the poerfect time to catch up with Michael and Stephen to find out whats going on , the new album and with their respective careers. Also we met up on the road with Meghan Parnell of Bywater Call to talk about the latest album Shepherd and the potential live album coming soon as well.

Welcome back to the new video edition of the show Where ever you look whoever you talk to when the name Steve Hill crops up superlatives follow..and conversation is flowing following on from the release of "Hanging on a String" the album recorded in Foo Fighters Studio 606 in LA raw power and energy seep from every track, so its a good time to talk to Steve who is resting up at home ahead of a hectic 2025 . So grab a brew sit back and enjoy our converation that covered pretty much everything from the first guitar to the man he would most like to jam with on stage, and don't forget he's shared a stage with everyone from BB King to ZZ Top

Welcome back to this video edition New to Steve Hill ? then this is a real treat he is a one man rock'n'blues phenomenon, he has played alongsiide and with some of the legends of the genre over the last 30 plus years sharing the bill with everyone from BB King, The Stones ZZ Top these days his one man show fills venues wherever he goes around the globe. This is a clip from the recent video we recorded with him and at the end watch as he rips through his latest track from the new album

On this edition of the show I am joined by Leslie Mandoki of Mandoki Soulmates a band who the late Greg Lake described as "the best band you will ever hear" over the years this "Supergroup" has boasted Jack Bruce, Clapton, Jon Lord, Manfed Mann, Peter Frampton, Eric Burdon,Roger Hodgson and Lou Gramm to name only a few of those who have contributed the the output and helped build the legacy. Leslie's story is not a traditional one of rags to riches rock star as you will hear the story begins with life behind the iron-curtain in communist controlled Hungary and builds to his eventual escape to Germany and the beginning of this 40 plus year prog rock, jazz fusion odyssey. Mandoki Soulmates – the international and inter-generational supergroup consisting of rock and fusion grandmasters surrounding founder and mastermind Leslie Mandoki – proudly announce their new album, A Memory Of Our Future, A Memory Of Our Future is Mandoki Soulmates' latest work of art and nothing short of an instant prog-rock classic, bringing world-class musicianship and composition together with trenchant social and political messaging. The entire album was recorded and produced purely in the analog domain, from microphone to mixing and mastering, making A Memory Of Our Future a manifesto of precision and passion that is hard to find in today's music landscape. Recorded and mixed in Leslie Mandoki's Red Rock Studios near Munich, mastered in the infamous Sterling Sound Studios in New York and cut in the Emil Berliner Studios in Berlin, the Soulmates are also making a statement as a kind of “revenge of the analog” in times of digital deception, scam bots, and internet trolls. The analog format is also an expression of their special appreciation and bond with the band's audience, “like a love letter handwritten with a fountain pen”. Mandoki continues, “The hyper-emotionalization of news in social media delivers outrage instead of information, intentionally triggering waves of over-excitement and manufactured conflicts. Without fact-checking, where can we find the truth among all the ‘alternative facts,' lies and AI-generated propaganda? This has yielded a deep crisis of trust that is being exploited by the populists and demagogues of the world. Despite their seemingly obvious fallacies and contradictions, the people in their bubbles actually believe them. Rational, civil discourse rarely takes place, and without the sensible exchange of ideas we are left with a festering breeding ground for insecurity, hate and division.” Reflecting with some chagrin, Mandoki states, “The dreams of my generation lie in ruins today. After 1989, we had such a wonderful, historic opportunity to create a mindful, humane, peaceful, and absolutely free world for future generations. But we blew it. Driven by egotism and greed, we have inadvertently enabled the creation of a world where money itself makes profit faster than human labor, no matter the value-added proposition. This devaluation and commodification of people's work has also led to the disregard for sustainability, both economically and environmentally, yielding a climate of social imbalance, inequity, and unrest. This division and radicalization, as we have unfortunately and painfully learned, has even led to war. And so, I sing that there is ‘blood in the water.' Far too much blood in the water.” Mandoki Soulmates are: #progrock Leslie Mandoki Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull) Mike Stern Al di Meola Randy Brecker Till Brönner Bill Evans John Helliwell (Supertramp) Cory Henry Richard Bona Steve Bailey Simon Phillips (Toto) Tony Carey (Rainbow) Nick van Eede (Cutting Crew) Jesse Siebenberg (Supertramp) Mark Hart (Supertramp)

Welcome to the audio edition of the show and coming up we celebrate the return of "Cats in Space" with the new album "Time Machine " and we talk backstage with the artist Rolling Stone called one of "best kept secrets" of the time Caitlin Krisko fro Caitlin Krisko and the Broadcast plus there is a return as well for the original G3 yes Satriani Vai Johnson announce a brand new live album for Jan 2025 we hear some classic blues from G3 .

Welcome to the new video show "On The Road" where we ehad out to talk live to artists at the venues either pre or post show Welcome back to "On The Road" from "The Classic Rock Podcast" and today we caught up with the fabulous Samantha Fish who is currently out on the "Bulletproof Tour" and during the conversation, we looked back at this extraordinary last 10 years the return to performing as "Samantha Fish" after the hugely successful collaboration with Jesse Deyton on "Death Wish Blues" We looked ahead to the new album which is all but complete and relive some memorable live performances including the one where the band all dressed as a hair metal band and performed Van Halen covers on a Halloween show and Samantha also reveals that her family's roots are actually based in the UK in Yorkshire.

Welcome back to the new video edition of the show and joining me is the last remaining original member of the classic prog rock / rock band Nektar.Formed in Germany in 1969, Nektar favored extended compositions and concept albums over the constraints of pop. They were among the progenitors of the progressive rock movement of the 1970s as well as the jam-band scene that arose in the late 1990s. Their sound traveled well to the States, where they enjoyed Top 40 success with “A Tab in the Ocean” (1972) and “Remember the Future” (1973). Nearly 20 albums later, the band's artistic and personal charisma has earned them masses of devoted fans along with their album “The Other Side” (2020) which was Number 1 on Amazon Progressive Music. For over half a century, Nektar has been the guiding star for countless fans, leading them on mesmerizing expeditions through the vast expanses of the cosmos and the depths of the ocean. With their unique fusion of progressive rock and stunning visuals, these trailblazing prog-rock legends have ignited the imaginations of generations.Now Nektar is broadening their horizons with the first in the Mission to Mars trilogy. Their first to feature new drummer, Jay Dittamo, alongside longtime members Ryche Chlanda (guitars, vocals), Kendall Scott (keyboards, synths), Maryann Castello (vocals) and original founding member Derek “Mo” Moore (bass guitar, vocals). From the rocking title track “Mission to Mars” to the beautiful “I'll Let You In,” Nektar covers all the prog rock bases while venturing into some new melodic territories. As both Mo and Ryche state, “Mission to Mars' hails back to Nektar's early roots before prog music was even a term, a blend of rock and progressive elements that define Nektar's musical evolution. From day one we had a special feeling about our new album ‘Mission to Mars. ' We hope you do too.”

In this video edition one of the great singer songwriter, guitarist and performers out there today Richie Kotzen returns with his best new album to date "Nomad" is released this week. Richie joins us on the show to talk about his career from the early days breaking through in the late 80's his move to LA where he experienced first hand life on the strip mixing with legends and playing with others . From the first breakthrough record deal to joining Poison and onward with a successful solo career indispersed with stints with Mr Big, The Winery Dogs and Smith Kotzen. Richie talks candidly and with humour about his life and looks ahead to the future and the release of "Nomad"

Here is a preview of the next show with singer songwriter and genius of the guitar Richie Kotzen in this he remembers meeting Eddie Van Halen for the first time in his early days in LA and playing with Edgar Winter and meeting the legendary "Bill and Ted" at the premier of "Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey" . The full show will be out next week

Great new show featuring from The Dead Daisies , Doug Aldrich and John Corabi ahead of the release of the new album "Light Em Up" and tour starting in early September,we talk about the new album and the tour and cover tales of great past visits to the UK , involving nights on Newcastle Brown with Whisky chasers and an unforgettable night at the marquee club, Doug's love of Soccer and a new blues album to come next year. Plus special guests from the US version of The Sweet that was put together by original member Steve Priest , Ritchie Onori and Patrik Alan Stone join us to talk about not only the legacy but the exciting plans for the future including new music.

Welcome to the new video edition of the show. Mention the name Chris Slade and people automatically think of AC/DC "The Razors Edge" and Thunderstruck" those incredible performances at Monsters of Rock Donnington and the biggest outdoor festival ever held in Moscow. There is though so much more to Chris's life in music from Manfred Mann's Earth Band , Frankie Miller, Uriah Heep, Gary Numan, Dave Gilmour , The Firm Gary Moore and that was all before we get to AC/DC. Chris joined me to look back at his life in music and we look back across 7 decades in the business he is great company has many tales to tell.

On this video edition of the show we talk to a Drum legend "Carmine Appice" who's career has spanned 7 decades from the 60's with Vanilla Fudge and then Cactus to his time with Rod Stewart he's sat alongside and played with rock and blues greatest performers. This year he is back with Cactus and "Temple of Blues" a mammoth collaborative project that includes Joe Bonamassa , Pat Travers, Ted Nugent , Doug Aldrich, Rudy Sarzo, Billy Sheehan, Steve Stevens. Dug Pinnick, Warren Haynes and more . Carmine joins me from home in NYC we look at the origins of the band , working with Jeff Beck and Rod Stewert lots of great stories and anecdotes from Carmine's 7 decades in the business.

Joining us on this video edition of the show two former members of Megadeth the Grammy award winning Dave Ellefson and Jeff Young we look back at the 80's when Megadeth were head to head with Metallica and Anthrax and Jeff joined for "So Far So Good So What" the tours around the world and appearing at Monsters of Rock in 1988 along with Guns + Roses" and headliners Iron Maiden . Then we come up to date looking at the "Kings of Thrash" project and what it's future is.

They are bona fide heavy metal legends , Anvil have been around for 50 years since Rob and Lip's got together and they began their journey to take on the world with their own distinctive brand of heavy metal which influenced the generation that included Metallica. Then came the movie "The Story Of Anvil" and overnight they became what they always wanted to be global rock stars and here we are in 2024 and they are still flying high album 20 is coming this month and on this video edition we catch up with Lip's to talk about the history and to look ahead to the new album , as ever he is great entertainment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to the new edition of the show and what is the biggest show we have produced coming up over the next 2 hours we talk to Canadian metal legends Anvil, Lips joins us to look ahead to the new album "The One and Only" and we go back to look at "Anvil The Story of Anvil" and whats ahead of the band. Robin McAulay has one of the biggest voices in rock his career goes back over 40 years and right at the beginning there was "Grand Prix" the melodic rock band who came very close to the big time the song that nearly delivered it was "Keep on Believing" , plus we talk about perhaps the most controversial cover version ever recorded "The Far Corporations" version of Led Zeppelin's "Stairway To Heaven" . Nina Digregorio joins us to talk about her career including the "Femmes of Rock" plus the year it took for her to perfect her version of Eddie Van Halen's "Eruption" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome back and here is a sneak preview of what is coming next on "The Classic Rock Podcast" as we introduce you to the extraordinary talents of Nina Digregorio who literally stopped traffic with her version of Eddie Van Halen's "Eruption" check it out here and the interview clip with Nina. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to the brand new edition of the show along with all the usual features, the album anniversary, the news and on this day 50 years ago in this edition we hear the story of the man Rolling Stone called "Heavy Metals Greatest Survivor" and for good reason as just over a year ago Blaze Bayley suffered a near fatal heart attack 12 months on he's back on the road the best album he's done since the heady days of Wolfsbane back in the late 80's it's called "Circle of Stone" It's also the 30th anniversary of him joining Iron Maiden we will talk about his time with Maiden in the 90's and from those days in the 80's when they were discovered by legendary producer Rick Rubin for Def Jam . Lots of great tales and anecdotes and great music to go with it ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to this special video edition of the show and coming up joining me from home in LA is Billy Morrison ex of the Cult and for the last 14 years with Billy Idol's playing alongside Steve Stevens. He has got together with an "A" list of friends to put together the new album "The Morrison Project" Featuring guest performances by Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, DMC, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, Linda Perry, Tommy Clufetos, John 5 and more. Billy looks back on a career in music as well as being an accomplished artist, actor, presenter and producer and best friend of Ozzy. It all started for him back in the late 70's in London where he was growing up . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome the Friday "Fourplay" a collection of the best new tracks appearing today and over the next week and another eclectic mix today including AOR courtesy of FM , Heavy Metal from Canada's Anvil ...Blues Rock done only the way Joanne Shaw Taylor can do it and to conclude a reworking of a Peter Green/Fleet wood Mac classic "Oh Well" from Slash's upcoming new album. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Special video edition of "The Classic Rock Podcast" with Simple Minds Mel Gaynor joining us to talk about his wide and varied career from brit funk bands at the end of the 70's to teaming up with NWOBHM stalwarts Samson in the early 80's at the time they took on a new untried singer called Bruce Bruce, who would morph into Bruce Dickinson when he left to go to Iron Maiden . Mel looks back to his early days and through the huge successes with Simple Minds and finally on to his new album set to arrive in May. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Brand new feature from "CRP" as we introduce "Foreplay" coming up we introduce the best 4 tracks released today and coming up over the next week and today we feature , Black Country Communion, Nickelback, Rober John and The Wreck and Thunder. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to the new show and this time around we catch up with all the latest news stories plus we have the "Golden Anniversary 50 " feature looking back at who was releasing what 50 years ago this month. In the studio one of rock music's most enduing acts Hawkwind return with a new album and joining in the conversation Dave Brock, Magnus and Kris as we talk not only new album but tales of 6 decades in music from teaching a young Eric Clapton a few blues chords over tea to what substances not to take before going on stage. To conclude we talk to one of the standout female vocalists performing at this time Meghan Parnell of Bywater Call joined us to talk about the band it's future and Meghans journey to becoming one of the standout vocalists at this time --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome back to the show and coming up we will hear from Slash and the new blues album"Orgy of the Damned" plus Chad Kroeger introduces the new Nickelback release also Black Crowes are back Bywarer Call release Holler and a special guest from Status Quo John "Rhino" Edwards talks new album and we look at eh future of Quo. plus we round the rock news and review what is in this month's rock music press. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome back on this edition the full video feature recorded with Dion DiMucci from his home in NYC as we talk about his 7-decade recording career plus we delve into the new album "Girlfriends" just released. We also look forward to next week's show with Status Quo's John "Rhino" Edwards who also has a new album out and we address the rumours that this will be the final year of Status Quo as a live act. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Great show this month with a range of exclusive interviews and features, Canadian melodic hard rockers "Honeymoon Suite" are back with a new album Johnnie Dee joins us , Mel Gaynor who spent 35 years on Simple Minds drum stool has a new album coming as does Joanne Shaw Taylor who talks Heavy Soul. Phillip Sayce uneashes the wolves on his album "The Wolves are Coming" and he also joins us and there is a special feature with one of the best guitar players out there, Jane Getter who celebrates the release of her album this week "Division World" Also in there the latest from Judas Priest and Yes . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to this preview of the February shows and here is a short feature with award-winning guitarist and composer Jane Getter who releases her new album "Division World" this month. The full feature will follow in the next edition of the podcast. Led by guitarist, composer and singer Jane Getter, the album follows on from her acclaimed ‘Anomalia' album and features Jane's all-star band including keyboardist Adam Holzman, guitarist Alex Skolnick, bassist and singer Paul Frazier and drummer Gene Lake. Randy McStine (McStine & Minnemann, Porcupine Tree) also guests on vocals. Jane's band has carved out a niche at the intersection of rock, jazz, singer-songwriter, and metal styles with her masterful playing and complex and dynamic compositions and has dazzled audiences internationally. Packed with inspired songwriting and blazing instrumentals, ‘Division World' is the strongest album yet from Jane Getter Premonition. Jane says: "This album is a bit more song oriented than my previous work. The songs were written during the pandemic and the lyrics in a lot of the songs are reflections of the divisiveness and divisions happening in the world today. My regular band is featured - keyboardist Adam Holzman, guitarist Alex Skolnick, bassist and singer Paul Frazier and drummer Gene Lake. Randy McStine also guests on vocals. I feel Division World may be JGP's strongest album yet!" "Jane Getter's new album Division World is something quite notable in the multiplicity of genres & sub genres focused on progressive rock fusion guitar, modern jazz rock -contextual songs which do not shy away from a world of  trouble as it's context for her outstanding, fiery, & nuanced guitar playing - sung in her courageous, melodic, distinctive voice” - Vernon Reid.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Time to re-live the Glam Rock era with the man that started it all Marc Bolan T Rex I am joined by film director Ethan Silverman who has produced a fabulous movie with a cast list including U2, Elton John, Joan Jett, Billy Idol and many more "Angel Headed Hipster" is available now. We look at the film and the life of Marc Bolan --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to the show and coming up a tribute to the late Tony Clarkin of Magnum we hear from both Tony and Bob looking back at 50 years of Magnum and we look at the new album "Here comes the rain" Our special guest this month is a true rock'n'roll legend he has spent 7 decades in the music business, Dion is back with another new album "Girfriends" we look ahead to its release and look back over a 7 decade career exploring the origins of "The Wanderer" and "Runaround Sue" and we touch on what will be the 65 anniversary this Feb of the plane crash that took the lives Buddy Holly , The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

A preview of our upcoming show with special guest "Dion" A man who needs no introduction Dion has been performing for 7 decades beginning of course with "Dion and the Belmonts" before beginning a varied solo career which is going strong today as he prepared to release the new album "Girlfriends" which includes collaborations with RORY BLOCK CARLENE CARTER SHEMEKIA COPELAND DEBBIE DAVIES RANDI FISHENFELD SUE FOLEY DANIELLE NICOLE CHRISTINE OHLMAN MAGGIE ROSE JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR SUSAN TEDESCHI VALERIE TYSON The full show is coming next week along with a host of other guests on what will be our 100th show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Well the last show of 2023 and it is stuffed full off great music and interviews. So new music coming from Magnum, Steve Hackett ahead of his new album this Feb along with Rik Wakeman who is preparing a mammoth live release from the Palladium shows in 2023, Danny Bowes of Thunder tells us about the new live album and guests include Geoff Downes talking about his great friend John Wetton who has a career spanning 8 cd boxset just released plus he tells us what's in store for Yes in 2024 including a new album on the way and Jim Suhler joins us to talk about the album we thought we would never see or hear "Texas Scratch" which is finally released. Enjoy the show !! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Here's a short video preview of the upcoming edition of the show with special guest Geoff Downes of "Yes" and "Asia" in this clip he is talking about great friend John Wetton and their first meeting and work on the debut album by "Asia" lots more to come from this as well including look ahead to the plans of "Yes" for 2024 including what we can expect in the setlists for the new shows. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome to this special extra edition from "The Classic Rock Podcast" and joining me today Grace and Aaron Bond from "When Rivers Meet" who are ending another hugely successful year with their first UK top 10 album "Aces Are High". Coming up we talk about the album and look back on the achievements of the year and what plans they have for 2024. When Rivers Meet is a blues-rock band formed by husband-and-wife duo Grace and Aaron Bond. Grace on lead vocals and electric slide guitar, while Aaron handles vocals and plays lead guitar. The band's sound is a fusion of blues, rock, and Americana, creating a powerful and soulful musical experience. Grace and Aaron Bond's chemistry, both on and off the stage, adds a special dynamic to their performances. They share a deep connection not only as musical partners but also as life partners, and that connection is evident in the energy and emotion they bring to their music. The duo has received acclaim for their authentic and heartfelt approach to the blues genre. Their debut album, "We Fly Free," showcased their impressive songwriting and musical skills. With soulful vocals, masterful guitar work, and a genuine love for the blues, When Rivers Meet has carved out a unique space in the contemporary blues-rock scene. It's refreshing to see musical partnerships that go beyond the stage, and When Rivers Meet is a testament to the magic that can happen when talented musicians and life partners come together to create something special. If you're a fan of blues-infused rock with a lot of heart, When Rivers Meet is definitely a band worth checking out. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

In this "Classic Podcast" Video "EXTRA" We are talking to some of the new generation of Guitar talent that been out on tour recently this includes "The Master of the Stratocaster" Phillip Sayce plus another of the hottest talents around "Jared James Nichols" and we conclude with the "King of UK Slide Guitar" the one and only Troy Redfern. All three great were company and offered upsome great stories and anecdotes . All three were interviewed either prior to or after a live set so just be aware we aren"t in a soundproofed room --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

Welcome along to the new show and when we mention legends these 2 bands between them produced 9 Gold albums 5 platinum albums and one double platinum album in the USA between 1969 and 1978. The bands in question are Grand Funk Railroad and Foghat and in todays show we are joined by founder members of both, Don Brewer from Grand Funk who are celebrating 50 years of "We're an American Band" and Roger Earl of Foghat who have a brand new album titled "Sonic Mojo" So sit back and enjoy tales of 60 plus years in the music business from auditioning with Jimmy Hendrix to appearing as the opening act at the now legendary Atlanta Pop Festival of 69 alongside the likes of Led Zeppelin who incidentally a few years later pulled the plug midset when Grand Funk opened for them that and many more stories and tales to come --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message

On the next edition of "The Classic Rock Podcast" legendary 70's rock band Foghat are back ! founder member Roger Earl joins us to look back at his 6 decades in the business including the day he auditioned for the Jimmy Hendrix band ! check out this preview with Roger talking about that and there is a new album coming "Sonic Mojo" plus also on the show will be Grand Funk Railroad founder Don Brewer . If you love "Classic Rock" then this edition will take you back to the glory days of the 60's and 70's when rock music ruled the airwaves and you had to queue at the box office for tickets albums had great artwork and sleevenotes singles were for pop bands . Join us for a night of legends, kick back put your feet up pour a glass and turn the volume up to 11 ... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classic-rock-news/message