Podcasts about rock antenne

For the Rolling Stones, you happily hop on a plane! Our music editor Leo flew all the way to London to sit down at the table with none other than Mick Jagger. He talks to him about the new album "Foreign Tongues", why record labels really ought to pick up a few foreign languages, how on earth Bruno Mars ended up on a Stones track – and why ‘Paint It Black' isn't actually a rock song at all. You can hear it all right here!

Deep Purple are back with a bang!

Muse are gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated 10th studio album, The Wow Signal, and bass legend Chris Wolstenholme sat down with ROCK ANTENNE for a massive, exclusive chat. Named after the famous 1977 radio signal that remains our best bet for alien life, the new record is an absolute wall of sound. Chris dives deep into the metaphor behind The Wow Signal, why they literally blasted a tablet 30 kilometers into space to launch the album, and how they bridge the gap between high-tech studio wizardry and raw, high-energy attitude. He also opens up about the immense mental pressure of remembering a 25-year-old song catalog on tour, why he still loses sleep over a massive live blunder in Moscow from 2019, and the real reason why he had to stop playing pre-show football matches with fans (hint: it involves a partial hip replacement!). From World Cup predictions with England's new German manager Thomas Tuchel to why Muse's music might be a football jinx — this is a must-watch for every rock fan. Grab a drink, crank up the volume, and join the ride!

After 14 album-less years that felt like forever, The All-American Rejects are back in full force. Their brand-new record “Sandbox” shines with a sun-drenched surf-rock vibe and tells the story of a band growing up – the same band that crashed into our hearts in the 2000s with cheeky pop-punk anthems. In our interview, guitarist Nick Wheeler reveals just how grown-up the band really is now, what finally pushed them back into the studio after more than a decade, and whether we might even get to look forward to a house party with The All-American Rejects in our own neighborhood sometime soon.

Es ist tropisch heiß, das Bier steht bereit und wir sind zurück aus der Sommerpause, die wir nie hatten! Heute im Rockcast 114: Das neue Album der Toten Hosen im großen Check – inklusive der Frage, warum eigentlich ein Song der Hosen vom Sänger der Ärzte eröffnet wird. Es wird laut, es wird intim und wir blicken hinter die Kulissen der neuen Doku. Außerdem versucht Nils sich mit journalistischem Charme (und mäßigem Erfolg) Presse-Tickets für die ausverkaufte System of a Down-Tour zu ergaunern und bei Dubis Band-Auftritt bricht plötzlich das komplette Chaos aus. Radio an, es ist Mitternacht!

Eigentlich war die Sache geritzt: Frontmann Hannes Braun kündigte seinen Ausstieg für Ende 2026 an, um fortan nur noch hinter den Kulissen die Fäden zu ziehen. Doch der hundertfache Wunsch der Fangemeinde hat alles verändert! Im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Interview lässt Hannes die absolute Bombe platzen: Es wird noch ein allerletztes Studioalbum mit ihm am Gesang geben! Die selbstbetitelte Scheibe Kissin' Dynamite erscheint am 18. September 2026 – pünktlich zu den fetten Arena-Shows im Herbst. Hannes verrät im Talk, warum das Album eine emotionale Achterbahnfahrt inklusive echter Tränen im Studio war, was es mit den komplett neu aufgenommenen Songs aus der Vor-Stimmbruch-Zeit auf sich hat und wie der aktuelle Stand bei der Sängersuche und hochkarätigen Feature-Gästen (wie DragonForce oder Saltatio Mortis) aussieht. Macht euch bereit für den ultimativen, stilvollen Abschiedsknaller. Rock 'n' Roll- Brotherhood vom Feinsten!

ABRISS IN NÜRNBERG! Electric Callboy im exklusiven Rock im Park Interview! Wir haben uns Kevin und Nico von Electric Callboy hinter den Kulissen von Rock im Park 2026 geschnappt! Die Jungs sind aktuell absolut nicht zu bremsen. Im gewohnt chaotischen und verdammt sympathischen Real-Talk-Modus packen sie aus: Wie ein einziger, trockener Spruch von Uke Bosse zu ihrem brandneuen Albumtitel Tanzneid führte, warum The Offspring-Frontmann Dexter Holland plötzlich als glühender Fan in ihrer Garderobe stand und weshalb Kevin die legendäre US-Venue Red Rocks im ersten Moment komplett unterschätzt hat. Zieht euch diesen genialen Mix aus kreativer Zerstörung (inklusive Live-Malstunde auf unserem Interview-Zettel) und echtem Rock 'n' Roll-Wahnsinn rein! Boxen aufdrehen und Abfahrt!

Breaking Benjamin are finally back in Europe after nearly a decade! We catch up with the band to find out how it feels to be back and if they're excited to see their European fans again. Plus, with "Something Wicked" marking their first new track in years, Jasen and Keith drop some hints on when we can finally expect the upcoming album – after all, Ember is already 8 years old! We also dive into their songwriting inspiration, the healing power of music during tough times, and what the future holds for Breaking Benjamin. Could a Breaking Benjamin cruise be on the horizon, since frontman Ben always travels by ship? Or maybe a collab with Electric Callboy? Tune in to find out!

We sat down with rock icons Jefferson Starship (David Freiberg & Cathy Richardson) for an exclusive, no-holds-barred chat! The band that has shaped rock history across five decades is opening up about everything. Find out why they traded small clubs for massive arenas, what it's really like touring with their buddies in Deep Purple, and why the legendary 1960s "Summer of Love" actually only lasted about two weeks. Grab a cold beer, crank up the volume, and dive into this exclusive interview. Keep on rockin'!

Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless stops by the studio to talk about her incredible journey opening for AC/DC, a hilarious coincidence involving The Rolling Stones, and what fans can expect from their raw, authentic upcoming album. In this exclusive ROCK ANTENNE inteview, Taylor Momsen breaks down the reality of playing in front of notoriously tough AC/DC crowds, her deep-rooted connection to German rock festivals, and why she refuses to use modern computer production or click tracks in the studio.

He was the voice of H.E.A.T. and Skid Row, and he shared the stage with Michael Schenker – but now it's time for Erik Grönwall to truly go his own way. In this exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, Erik opens up about: his toughest years and personal setbacks parting ways with H.E.A.T. and Skid Row working with Michael Schenker and of course his new album “Born To Break” – from the first idea to the final vision Discover how Erik is reinventing himself, the stories behind the songs, and why this album is so much more than just music to him. ➡️ Enjoy the interview – and let us know in the comments: Which Erik Grönwall song is your favorite?

Nils und Dubi nehmen ihre Folge beim "Wir leben Laut-Festival in Lohburg in der Nähe von Magdeburg auf. Zu Gast sind die Drunken Swallows, die auch beim Festival gespielt haben. Es geht um Restbestände von Serum 114 am Nordseestrand. Es geht um Soundchecks und Caterings für VIPs und für VIP-VIPs. Alle Mercher erfahren, wie sie ihr reichhaltiges Angebot schön und professionell präsentieren können und es geht um die Frage: CDs? Noch?

Die Toten Hosen feiern 44 Jahre Bandgeschichte – und setzen mit „Trink aus! Wir müssen gehen“ nach 9 Jahren wieder ein fettes Ausrufezeichen. Gleichzeitig ist es aber auch: das letzte Studioalbum der Hosen! Wie läuft so ein Abschieds-Album eigentlich ab? Wie fühlt sich das an, wenn eine Ära zu Ende geht – nach vier Jahrzehnten Lärm, Schweiß und Gänsehaut-Momenten? Und was liebt man nach so vielen Jahren immer noch an seinen Bandkollegen – trotz Tour-Stress, Studio-Nächten und allem Chaos dazwischen? Darüber und über noch viel mehr spricht Campino im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Lokalhelden-Interview!a

Benji Webbe tells us how the album's writing process unfolded. He also gives us insights into the recording sessions, reveals which song changed the most along the way, and shares whether there are still clashes in the studio after almost 30 years. And you definitely don't want to miss the fascinating story of how he came up with the album title! Enjoy!

Nils und Dubi reden mit Swiss über die Karriere der Band und darüber, an welchen Punkten der letzten Jahre sich ihre Wege bereits einmal gekreuzt haben. Außerdem plaudern sie auch über Features mit anderen Bands und Künstler, Entstehung von Songs und vieles mehr!

Ina Bredehorn alias Deine Cousine ist bei der neuen Staffel "Sing meinen Song" dabei! Das Besondere an dieser Staffel: Es gibt eine Sonderfolge mit den Scorpions als Special-Guests! Was waren die größten Herausforderungen? Welchen Auftritt fand Rudolf Schenker besonders gut? Wer war abends der Letzte am Tresen? Im ROCK ANTENNE Hamburg Interview gibt uns Deine Cousine exklusive Einblicke in die neue Staffel. Sing meinen Song - Das Tauschkonzert startet am 14. April um 20:15 Uhr bei VOX.

John 5 has toured Europe many times—with Mötley Crüe and Rob Zombie—but never with his own solo show. That's about to change: he's announced for 2026 dates across the Rock Republic this May and has plenty of plans beyond just performing live. Discover what he's got in store and what major surprise he's planning for 2027 in the ROCK ANTENNE interview!

Steve Vai is currently on tour across Europe with BEAT, performing alongside Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Danny Carey, bringing King Crimson's iconic 1980s music back to the stage. In an exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, he shares how he became part of the band, talks about the incredible talent and professionalism of his bandmates, and expresses his admiration for Tony Levin's on-stage energy. He also opens up about what it's like to spend a lifetime on the road and how important it is to have the right people by your side while touring. Steve Vai goes on to compare his experience with BEAT to his time playing with Frank Zappa, and reveals whether he ever feels the need to take a break from it all.

Gavin Rossdale gives us a glimpse into his life. Don't miss this interview if you want recipe tips from a rockstar or if you're wondering what to expect on his upcoming tour. What does he love so much about Germany? Look forward to the concert on June 11th in Hamburg! Until then, enjoy listening!

Kreative Köpfe brauchen kreative Räume - für Axel Rudi Pell ist dieser Raum das Kreieren von neuen Alben und das Arbeiten an seiner Musik. Musik selbst geschrieben, Songs selbst produziert, Album-Cover selbst gestaltet - Axel Rudi Pell lebt nach dem Motto "viele Köche verderben den Brei". Geschichten zur Entstehung des neuen Albums "Ghost Town" gibt es hier im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Interview mit Axel Rudi Pell - hört rein!

Die Jungs von Serum 114 nehmen euch mit auf eine Zeitreise durch die goldenen Jahre der Musikvideos. Sie diskutieren den Sinn und Unsinn von Musikclips, philosophieren über moderne Kunstausstellungen und werfen einen Blick auf die legendären Albumtitel der Toten Hosen. Doch das ist noch nicht alles - pssst - wir haben da was von einem Gewinnspiel gehört? ;-) Reinhören, mitfiebern, abfahren – die nächste Runde geht rückwärts!

Willkommen zu einer neuen Folge von Lokalhelden! Heute haben wir einen ganz besonderen Gast am Mikrofon: Johannes Eckerström, den visionären Frontmann von Avatar. Johannes nimmt uns mit hinter die Kulissen des Jahres 2025. Er berichtet exklusiv davon, wie es sich anfühlt, mit den Metal-Legenden von Iron Maiden die größten Bühnen zu teilen, welche Anekdoten am Tourbus hängen geblieben sind und warum die Live-Shows von Avatar immer wieder neue Maßstäbe in Sachen Theatralik setzen.

Wenn man sich nicht vornimmt ein Album zu machen, dann kommt das raus, was die H-Blockx "FILLIN_THE_BLANK" genannt haben. Henning Wehland war bei uns im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Interview zu Gast und hat mit Moderator Alex Wangler über die neue Platte gesprochen. Wie er die neue Platte für die Band und sich im Leben einordnet, welche Meinung er von der aktuellen Musikindustrie hat und welche Kindheitssünden noch hervorkommen, erfahrt ihr hier - viel Spaß beim Ansehen!

Cullen Moore and Daniel Pruitt of Sleep Theory joined us for an exclusive interview on ROCK ANTENNE, where they talked about their latest album, "Afterglow." They shared insights into how the songs came together and how the tour has been going so far. The interview also covers what they've learned from other bands and where they hope their journey as a band will take them next. Enjoy!

Helau, Alaaf und... Moment mal! Während der Rest der Welt schon wieder im Alltag schuftet, hängen unsere beiden Gute-Laune-Dropse Nils und Dubi mental noch voll in der fünften Jahreszeit fest. Lustig war's, Erfahrungen gab's reichlich – aber eins steht fest: Als Musiker werdet ihr Nils und seine Bande wohl so schnell nicht mehr auf Karnevalsbühnen sehen. Der Grund ist so simpel wie tragisch: Es gab einfach nicht genug Gelegenheiten, mal gepflegt ein Bier zu zischen! Dafür geht es live an anderer Stelle richtig rund: Markiert euch Pfingsten fett im Kalender! Serum 114 entern zusammen mit Eisbrecher-Check Alex und seiner Crew das WIR LEBEN LAUT Festival. Und wer danach noch nicht genug hat: Die große Serum-Solo-Tour startet 2027!

Lars and Leo both jump at the chance to chat with the legendary Francis Rossi of Status Quo! They talk about his love of winter and Germany, his thoughts on democracy as a concept, why sometimes it's actually good not to care about things – and, eventually, his new album “The Accidental.” Join the three of them as their conversation takes all sorts of unexpected turns!

Neues Jahr - neuer Rock-Cast! Nils und Dubi wünschen euch auch Ende Januar noch ein gutes neues Jahr und haben wieder viele Musik-Themen im Gepäck. Es geht um das neue Wetten, dass..?-Duo mit Tom und Bill Kaulitz, die besten Festivals in unserer schönen Rockrepublik und Nils 6-wöchige Reise nach Brasilien. Welche Fieberträume er dort erlebt hat und noch mehr hört ihr im neuen Rock-Cast 114!

Bereits vor Weihnachten 2025 haben wir mit Falk von Powerwolf ein exklusives Interview geführt. Es geht unter anderem um die neue Live DVD "Wildlive", die eine Liveshow und Metal-Messe der Superlative zeigt. Aufgenommen wurde das Material bei der Wolfsnächte Tour 2024 in der Münchner Olympiahalle. Außerdem kann Falk eigentlich nie stillsitzen und erzählt deshalb, an welchen neuen Projekten sie arbeiten und was die Fans bei der kommenden Tour erwarten dürfen.

Alter Bridge from Florida has been playing with the same lineup for over 20 years – and with great success! We talked to singer Myles Kennedy about their latest work: On January 9th, the rock band's eighth, self-titled studio album will be released, and it's packed with so many highlights: Powerful lyrics, vocal performances from Myles and also bandmate Marc Tremonti, and their longest song to date!

Laura Cox, the French blues-rock guitarist with a powerhouse voice and killer riffs, is back with a new album. Packed with raw energy, punchy rock tracks, and soulful blues moments, it's a perfect showcase of her growth as an artist. Authentic, electric, and impossible to ignore—Laura proves once again that modern guitar-driven rock is alive and thriving.

We had the chance to sit down for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview with Halestorm's singer Lzzy Hale and guitarist Joe Hottinger to talk about their current tour. We also took a look back at the evolution of their albums, Lzzy's incredible voice, and much more. Enjoy the interview!

One made a name for himself with Firewind and Ozzy Osbourne, the other is the voice of Rainbow – and both shine as solo artists, too! Gus G and Ronnie Romero stopped by for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to talk about their tour together. It's clear from the conversation that they love making music as a team and really click on a personal level as well. Tune in now to hear more about their shows, egos, and what it was like working with their legendary former bands!

Pierre Bouvier and Sébastien Lefebvre took some time before their show at Munich's Olympiahalle to sit down with us for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview. We talked about their documentary "The Kids In The Crowd", touring with The Offspring, and much more. Enjoy the interview!

They were one of the key figures of the '90s grunge scene — and a lot has happened in the world of Bush since then! Ten albums and over 30 years later, the band returns with I Beat Loneliness — fresh sounds that carry the spirit of the old days while embracing today's vibe. Frontman Gavin Rossdale stopped by the ROCK ANTENNE studio to talk about the album's themes, touring with Volbeat, and how he spends his free time in the Rock Republic!

Atreyu are playing several shows here in Germany, and we caught up with Porter “Marc” McKnight from Atreyu for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to talk about the upcoming concerts. The bassist and vocalist also shares what's new about the re-recorded album "The Curse" compared to the original. Enjoy the interview!

Simon Neil, James and Ben Johnston of Biffy Clyro talk about their new album Futique, working with twins, and the bands that shaped their youth. Simon also discusses his tour with Sleep Token as part of his other band project, Empire State Bastards. Want to know more? Then tune in to the podcast!

Which songs do you play on stage and when? This question isn't as easy for a band as it might seem at first glance. Depending on the festival, Within Temptation choose the songs that fit best. In our exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview with singer Sharon den Adel at Summer Breeze Open Air, we talked about the festival season, songwriting, and much more.

Howlin' Pelle Almqvist brings the rock back: In an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, The Hives frontman talks about their new album "The Hives Forever Forever The Hives", the upcoming fall tour, and his passion for old-school hardcore. Enjoy the interview!

Ian Hill brings the bass to metal: He joined us for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to discuss the upcoming European tour "Shield Of PaiN", featuring stops in Munich, Stuttgart, and more. Discover which support bands will be joining them and why these bands often have been staples in the rock scene for so long. Enjoy the interview!

2025 is all about the Elvis Metalheads: a new album, a new tour, and a new sound are on the horizon! However, the latter promises more of a new old soundscape. How this came to be and what Jon Larsen from Volbeat has to say about the longest song title ever can be found in the exklusive ROCK ANTENNE interview! More about the unique features of the album and its tracks, and which new songs drummer Jon Larsen is particularly excited to play live can be discovered by clicking the start buttont!

It's a documentary about the feeling of music, what music can be, and much more: "The Invisible Force" has been released on YouTube. The film features Sharon den Adel from Within Temptation, who has been advocating for the people affected by the war in Ukraine for quite some time. She talks to fans and is set to perform a concert in Kiew in July 2024. She meets with Ukrainian bands and demonstrates the impact music can have on people. Check it out!

Fresh off their tour with Lenny Kravitz, Amy Love and Georgia South of the Nova Twins are joining us on the couch at ROCK ANTENNE! They'll be chatting with Leo Lange from the music editorial team about life on tour, their new album 'Parasites and Butterflies,' and the story of how they found themselves in Elton John's dressing room!"

Ghost are back – and arguably bigger and better than ever. On April 25th the Swedish Metal phenom will be releasing its brand new record Skeletá, while also embarking on a 55-date-long world tour. We had the chance to listen to the album in its entirety pre-publication and, more importantly, dive into the lyrical and musical depths of Skeletá by chatting with the man behind the madness: Ghost mastermind Tobias Forge. Enjoy!

Since keyboardist Jon Lord left Deep Purple for good in the early 2000s, this man has been the master of the keys: Don Airey! After countless concerts and number one albums with the band, his latest solo work, "Pushed to the Edge," is now being released. Find out how this came about and why Don Airey almost forgot about his own album shortly before its release in this exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, recorded this January!

We had the privilege of chatting with Amy Lee from Evanescence about the tour with Within Temptation. In an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, she also shared all the details about the new single "Afterlife." Tune in!

Bloodywood is taking the european metal scene by storm year after year with their punjabi metal from India. In an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, vocalist Jayant Bhadula shared how the band is handling their success, the goals they still dream of achieving, and why they wrote a song about indian food. Enjoy listening!

Fischer-Z is performing in Rock City Hamburg at an extraordinary venue: the Laeiszhalle! John Watts, the frontman of Fischer-Z, chats with ROCK ANTENNE colleague Erik Steffens about how the idea of playing in a classical concert hall came about. They also delve into the concept, background, and music video of the emotional song "The Hamburg Beat" - a love song dedicated to the most beautiful city in the world.

The Swedish punk rock band The Baboon Show was founded in Stockholm at the end of 2003 by Cecilia Boström (vocals), Håkan Sörle (guitar) and Niclas Svensson (drums). They released their latest album God Bless You All in February 2023 and have toured Europe several times. Now the band is celebrating its twentieth anniversary with THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY 2025! - tour.

Architects have been delivering one Metalcore album after another since 2004. On February 28th, they released their 11th studio album, "The Sky, The Earth & All Between." In an exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, our colleague Maite Reck spoke with frontman Sam Carter and drummer Dan Searle back in December 2024. They discussed the new album, their upcoming summer shows as a support act for Linkin Park, and also some personal challenges.

Rise Against are currently touring Europe and stopped by our ROCK ANTENNE studio for an exclusive interview. Tim McIlrath and Joe Principe talk about collaborating with their new producer, Catherine Marks, on their new single "Nod" and the upcoming songs. They also discuss the political situation in America and explain why they have four different setlists for their tour. Enjoy listening!