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In dieser Folge werfen Tippi & Sven einen Blick auf die heißesten Rock-News: Blondie und Yungblud auf den Spuren von Bruce Dickinson und Dream Theater, Gwar sorgen in den USA für Aufsehen. Außerdem gibt's Neues von MAMMOTH, einer Rock-Supergroup namens HOWL OWL HOWL und einem All-Star-Cover des Game of Thrones-Themas. Live geht's rund: Ghost müssen canceln, Mötley Crüe rocken Las Vegas und Full Metal Holiday auf Malle verspricht einen überraschenden Headliner. Und Tippi träumt schon vom nächsten Sommer mit Iron Maiden, Twisted Sister und Powerwolf beim Barcelona Rockfest. Highlight diese Woche: Auf dem Plattenteller gibt's bei Sven Helloween, Helloween und Helloween. Der Gute ist ganz bessen vom neuen "Giants & Monsters" und geht in die Tiefe. Das alles und noch ganz viel mehr. Reinhören lohnt sich – Rockcast liefert wie immer den Soundtrack zur Szene! In der aktuellen Rockcast-Episode liefern Tipp & Sven wieder ein volles Brett an Rock- und Metal-News: Von Megadeths angekündigtem Abschied samt letztem Album, über die norwegischen Prog-Metaller Leprous, die „Take on Me“ neu interpretieren, bis zu Bruce Dickinsons geplanter Live-im-Studio-Soloaufnahme. Außerdem gibt's Updates zu Ronnie Romeros neuem Album, Metallicas Super-Bowl-Plänen und einer Absage von Iron Maiden. Und soooo viel mehr.  Das große Thema der Woche: Drummer – genial, verrückt oder beides? Die beiden sprechen über legendäre Schlagzeuger, ihre Solo- und Nebenprojekte, von Phil Collins' ikonischem „In the Air Tonight“-Part bis Dave Grohls Weg vom Drummer zum Frontmann. Dazu gibt es die verrücktesten Aktionen, die sich Drummer geleistet haben. Live-Highlights gibt's u. a. von Wacken und ElbRiot. Auf den Plattentellern laufen bei Sven Helloween in Dauerschleife (jaja!!) und Halestorms „Everest“, während Tippy Papa Roach live und Parkway Drive empfiehlt. Zum Abschluss wartet noch ein Interview mit der Hamburger Band Sunday Factory – ein runder, energiegeladener Ausklang der Folge. Der versprochene Link zu Leprous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Te2MR6j5Qhg  Und falls Du noch immer nicht weißt, wo Du uns - neben anderen Quellen, wie unseren Webseiten Rockcast/de und weiteren Podcast-Plattformen - hören kannst:  Amazon Music Apple Podcast Podbean Audible Spotify YouTube iHeart Radio PlayerFM Listen Notes Podchaser Boomplay Musik zu unserer Episode findest Du in der Amazon Playlist mit Namen: Rockcast - The Never Ending Playlist mit fast allen Songs und Künstlern, über die es im Podcast geht: https://music.amazon.de/user-playlists/a2fb8f263bdb463cbf062e1dec8e03cadede?ref=dm_sh_e3ZxsZa0nKKRAIN859uq2jBog Der versprochene Link zu dem Game of Thrones Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6i0a7RDPkM8  Feedback, Wünsche, Anregungen, Tipps?   Facebook & Instagram unter RockMusicNet  Mail: news@rockcast.de   #OzzyOsbourne #Wacken #RockLegends #Gilmour #Mammot #BruceDickinson #IronMaiden #AmonAmarth #ClassicRock

Chris Daughtry enjoys talking, I'm not going to say no to hearing the words of Chris Daughtry, espicially when they are about great music. Earlier this year Daughtry released the EP Shock to the System (Part One) and now they have released Shock to the System (Part Two.) Another EP and the journey has already begun for another Daughtry song to get the absolute crap played out of it on North American rock radio with "The Bottom." But there's a special sound to this version of Daughtry that sees him hitting his 90s roots a little more than previous releases. Chris Daughtry is here to break it down this week on Cutter's Rockcast.

It can be distracting and maybe even a bit concerning when you hear a band you really like is losing one of it's singers. Luckily for I Prevail Eric Vanlerberghe has been there the whole time. Since the band's inception there have been two singers, one who holds down the clean vocals and Eric who handles the heavier and more intense parts. Now it's up to Eric and guitarist Dylan Bowman to handle all vocals and they do it better than I bet even they imagined. I Prevail's new album Violent Nature is now out and worth every possible minute you can spend with it. Maybe this conversation with Eric will help you understand why.

In 2014 the underground metal core band Of Mice & Men put out their first album with new singer and bassist Aaron Pauley, and the band never looked back. That album along spawning a couple top 20 rock songs. Since then Of Mice & Men have been a proper metal band, but don't think they don't have any surprises up their sleeves. Their latest single "Wake Up" has an acoustic guitar and Aaron tells us that they wanted Alanis Morissette to duet on the song, but her manager said no. Look for Of Mice & Men's new album Another Miracle due out November 14th. 

Since the release of the song "Lit Up" in 1999, Buckcherry's no frills rock and roll has been a staple on rock radio and in the live concert circuit. It was few years later though that the song "Crazy Bitch" was released making Buckcherry a plantium selling rock band and a household name. Since then they've continuied to do what they do, the way they want to do it, without comprimising who they are. Their 11th studio album is entitled Roar Like Thunder and it's out now. Lead singer Josh Todd joins myself (Cutter) and my morning show co-host Laura Lee for a conversation about rock and roll, playing live, Justins, and the "F" word. 

On this episode, Monty answers Listener Questions…tells you what it's like to have a kidney stone…and gives an update on the new Galactic Cowboys album. Plus…What's On TV?!

As the lead singer of Black Veil Brides is well regarded as one of the best front mans in the modern crop of heavy metal. They are a band who for the past 15 years who just consistently release quality heavy metal music, but Andy is more than just a metal singer. He's also a writer and their publishing company has released graphic novels, novellas and more based on the music of Black Veil Brides, you see every album tells a story. On top of all that he's also an actor, having most recently starred in the movie American Satan, and the show Paradise City. Black Veil Brides have new music out, with a new record on the way sometime early next year.

Brother and sister, Maxamillion and Anastasia Haunt started the band The Haunt out of a need to play music, the heavier the better. After swimming through the industry waters that were trying to push them and espicially her in a different direction, The Haunt are now where they always wanted to be. They are doing some hard rocking and at the highest level. 

Monty answers listener questions, and explores the topic of the Christian Music Industry. Also, cool tunes and a Galactic Cowboys album update. Plus…Two sets of drums and a squirrel?

Er hatte Metallica, Bon Jovi und Van Halen als Vorbands. Er spielte bei Rock in Rio mit Queen, Iron Maiden und vielen anderen vor insgesamt 1.500.000 Zuschauern an der Copacabana. Er ist begeistert von der Gastfreundschaft von Michail Gorbatschow und im Kreml pfiffen seine Band und er die Mauer einfach weg.  Die Rede ist von niemand geringerem, als Herman Rarebell. Fast 20 Jahre saß er hinter dem Schlagzeug der Scorpions, hat mehr als 30 Texte geschrieben. Unter anderem zeichnet er sich für Rock you like a Hurricane verantwortlich und aus seinem Heimatort Brighton in England erzählt er uns von seinem Nachbarn, war er beim 60 Jahre-Scorpions Konzert in Hannover zwei Tage vor dem Gig ausgeladen wurde und was Musik vom Band damit zu tun haben könnte.  Wir freuen uns sehr, dass nach Rockmusikern wie Blaze Bayley (Ex-Iron Maiden), Klaus Vanscheidt (u. a. Doro) und Rolf Möller (Extrabreit) und ein weiteres Schwergewicht der Branche unsere Fragen beantwortet.  Und falls Du noch immer nicht weißt, wo Du uns - neben anderen Quellen, wie unseren Webseiten Rockcast/de und weiteren Podcast-Plattformen - hören kannst:  Amazon Music Apple Podcast Podbean Audible Spotify YouTube iHeart Radio PlayerFM Listen Notes Podchaser Boomplay Musik zu unserer Episode findest Du in der Amazon Playlist mit Namen: Rockcast - The Never Ending Playlist mit fast allen Songs und Künstlern, über die es im Podcast geht: https://music.amazon.de/user-playlists/a2fb8f263bdb463cbf062e1dec8e03cadede?ref=dm_sh_e3ZxsZa0nKKRAIN859uq2jBog Feedback, Wünsche, Anregungen, Tipps?   Facebook & Instagram unter RockMusicNet  Mail: news@rockcast.de   #HermanRarebell #ScorpionsDrummer #RockLegends #RockYouLikeAHurricane #RockinRio #BonJovi #Metallica #IronMaiden #ClassicRockInterview #MusikGeschichte #PodcastInterview #DrummerStory #Gorbatschow #RockundPolitik #MusikPodcast #Scorpions60 

If you have ever wondered what it was like to work in the rock and roll business at the highest level, our latest guest will be able to answer many of your questions.  Paul Rappaport was just a regular guy growing up in Southern California, who enjoyed seeing legendary concerts and even playing guitar in his own band.  As fate would have it, someone recommended that he apply for a job as a college rep for Columbia Records. He got the job and before long he was using his creativity and love for music to help elevate the careers of Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and even stalwart label mates, like Tony Bennett and Bob Dylan.  Paul just release is critically acclaimed book, "Gliders over Hollywood - Airships, Airplay and the Art of Rock Promotion". The book is available everywhere including Amazon and your local book stores!

Normally when a band starts to click with the mainstream its after they've been at it for a long time. That's not to say Velvet Chains haven't been grinding, but bassist and founder Nils Goldschmidt didn't even start the band until he was in his early 30s, and they started as cover band playing little bars in the Vegas area. Then inspiration struck and the Velvet Chains we now know was born. "Ghost in the Shell" by Velvet Chains is out now. 

Ryan Patrick is the guitarist for the band Otherwise, a Las Vegas based band started by him and his brother Adrian. They've had sold out tours, gold records but the music industry did to them what it does to so many great bands and they decided to take the power back by taking some time away. In that process Ryan started a not for profit music teaching group called Life By Music. Now that that's taking off, Otherwise are back with new music and much more on the way.

Diese Woche haben Tippi & Sven jede Menge Hammer-Livekonzerte auf ihrer "Rockcast"-Setlist: Rückblick auf „Back to the Beginning“ in Birmingham: zwei epische Supergroups, ein Drummer-Battle zwischen Chad Smith, Danny Carey und Travis Barker, Slayer mit Kerry King, Solopower von Ozzy Osbourne – und eine dramatische Black-Sabbath-Performance, die Iommi und Butler vorzeitig von der Bühne jagte. Live-Report zum 60-jährigen Scorpions-Jubiläum in Hannover: Scorpions & Friends mit Alice Cooper und Judas Priest, 18 mitreißende Songs bis zum Finale „Rock You Like a Hurricane“  – und erste Infos zum neuen Live-Album. „Auf dem Plattenteller“: Tippi präsentiert Saxon (Hellfest), Linkin Park-Live, Amon Amarth und Parkway Drive, Sven empfiehlt Foo Fighters' „Today's Song“, Bruce Springsteen „The Lost Albums…“, Brass Against, Shinedown und Paul Weller. Der Link zur angesprochenen Folge 41 - KI in der Musik Da sollte auch etwas für DICH dabei sein. Rock on!   Und falls Du noch immer nicht weißt, wo Du uns - neben anderen Quellen, wie unseren Webseiten Rockcast/de und weiteren Podcast-Plattformen - hören kannst:  Amazon Music Apple Podcast Podbean Audible Spotify YouTube iHeart Radio PlayerFM Listen Notes Podchaser Boomplay Musik zu unserer Episode findest Du in der Amazon Playlist mit Namen: Rockcast - The Never Ending Playlist mit fast allen Songs und Künstlern, über die es im Podcast geht: https://music.amazon.de/user-playlists/a2fb8f263bdb463cbf062e1dec8e03cadede?ref=dm_sh_e3ZxsZa0nKKRAIN859uq2jBog Feedback, Wünsche, Anregungen, Tipps?   Facebook & Instagram unter RockMusicNet  Mail: news@rockcast.de   #Rockcast #podcast #MusikPodcast #Jubiläum #Black Sabbath, #Back to the Beginning #Live, #Tour #Eddie #BruceDickinson #Scorpions #Metallica #WASP #Download #yungblud 

On this episode, Monty talks some rock, tells you what he's been watching, and reviews the new album from Volbeat. He also checks out a new band called President, and tells a story from his youth. Plus, Listener Questions are … Continue reading →

Tippi und Sven fassen in Folge 58 die heißesten Rock-News zusammen: Wie Smartwatches ein ganzes Festival auf Trapp halten, welche Mega-Acts beim Rock Hard Festival & Rock am Ring live am Start warum und warum Bruce Dickinsons „MORE Balls to Picasso“ jetzt noch spannender klingt. Naterlich gibt es auch ausführliche Tour-Updates von Hurricane bis Iron Maiden und frische Scheiben von Sabaton, Alice Cooper und Metallica. Ach ja, es  die Gewinner unseres Blaze Bayley‐Gewinnspiels stehen auch fest – alles, was Metal- und Rock-Fans jetzt wissen müssen, in einer knackig, praktisch, rockigen Episode. Und falls Du noch immer nicht weißt, wo Du uns - neben anderen Quellen, wie unseren Webseiten Rockcast/de und weiteren Podcast-Plattformen - hören kannst:  Amazon Music Apple Podcast Podbean Audible Spotify YouTube iHeart Radio PlayerFM Listen Notes Podchaser Boomplay Musik zu unserer Episode findest Du in der Amazon Playlist mit Namen: Rockcast - The Never Ending Playlist mit fast allen Songs und Künstlern, über die es im Podcast geht: https://music.amazon.de/user-playlists/a2fb8f263bdb463cbf062e1dec8e03cadede?ref=dm_sh_e3ZxsZa0nKKRAIN859uq2jBog Feedback, Wünsche, Anregungen, Tipps?   Facebook & Instagram unter RockMusicNet  Mail: news@rockcast.de   #Rockcast #podcast #MusikPodcast #Jubiläum #IronMaiden, #RunForYourLives, #Live, #Tour #Eddie #BruceDickinson # Hurricane #Saxon #WASP #Download

The band Nerv is a story as old as rock and roll itself. The lead singer has a band that implodes, another band needs a singer, and it's like they were soulmates. 8 years ago, Dillon and the rest of the band Nerv experienced that exact story. Then, a few years ago, their song "Bad Habits" blew up everywhere. But this band is doing it their way; they are writing their own story. A piece of that story gets told here on Cutter's Rockcast. 

Dayseeker has released a new song as part of an upcoming album, and lead singer Rory Rodriguez says, "It's darker, it's more horror-themed, but it's not as sad." He's referring to the 2022 album Dark Sun, which really launched this band into a new level of popularity and even gave them their first two mainstream rock singles. Check out Dayseeker on tour the rest of this year, including an opening slot on the Ice Nine Kills summer tour. 

In dieser exklusiven Special-Episode des Rockcast nehmen sich Tippi und Sven gemeinsam mit ihrem Gast Charly Alex Zeit, um den mit Spannung erwarteten Tourauftakt der Iron Maiden "Run for your Lives"-Tour 2025 zu feiern. Charly – ein leidenschaftlicher Hardcore-Fan und Besucher eines der allerersten Tourtermine in Kopenhagen – berichtet aus erster Hand von seinen Eindrücken. Die drei diskutieren intensiv über die aktuelle Setlist, die viele Klassiker und einige frischere Tracks vereint, und tauchen tief in die beeindruckende neue Bühneninszenierung ein, die mit gigantischen LCD-Wänden und zusätzlichen visuellen Highlights einen Zeitenwechsel einläutet (?). Dabei werden auch die ersten ungefilterten Eindrücke von Bruce Dickinson und den Jungs – jetzt ohne den guten Nico – thematisiert. Von der kraftvollen Bühnenpräsenz bis hin zu den kleinen, aber spürbaren Veränderungen im dynamischen Zusammenspiel der Band, bietet diese Episode alles, was das Maiden-Herz höherschlagen lässt. Diese Folge ist ein Muss – von Fans für Fans. Bleibt dran, um hautnah mitzuerleben, wie die Legende weitergeht! Was interessiert euch dabei besonders – die nostalgische Atmosphäre der ersten Konzerte, die technische Evolution der Bühne oder exklusive Anekdoten von Charly Alex? Die Diskussion ist eröffnet! Und falls Du noch immer nicht weißt, wo Du uns - neben anderen Quellen, wie unseren Webseiten Rockcast/de und weiteren Podcastplattformen - hören kannst:  Amazon Music Apple Podcast Podbean Audible Spotify YouTube iHeart Radio PlayerFM Listen Notes Podchaser Boomplay Musik zu unserer Episode findest Du in der Amazon Playlist mit Namen: Rockcast - The Never Ending Playlist mit fast allen Songs und Künstlern, über die es im Podcast geht: https://music.amazon.de/user-playlists/a2fb8f263bdb463cbf062e1dec8e03cadede?ref=dm_sh_e3ZxsZa0nKKRAIN859uq2jBog Feedback, Wünsche, Anregungen, Tipps?   Facebook & Instagram unter RockMusicNet  Mail: news@rockcast.de   #Rockcast #podcast #MusikPodcast #Jubiläum #IronMaiden, #RunForYourLives, #Live, #Tour #Eddie #BruceDickinson    

What can I say about Johannes Eckerstrom that hasn't already been said? This guy is always a treat to talk to, from his introspection to his philosophy, to Avatar's incredible, if not sometimes frightful music, he always has something interesting to say. Avatar just put out a new song called "Captain Goat" from an as-of-yet unannounced new album. They have a headline tour coming to the States this fall, then opening dates booked with Iron Maiden and Metallica! The man is still a fan at heart, even though his band now stands with the greats. The new era of Avatar begins now!

Before the release of their self-titled debut in early 2020, weeks before the pandemic struck, the band BRKN Love had been on the road doing what all new bands do. They were paying their dues and building a fan base, which included me. Since then, they have put out two more albums, each one doing just a bit better than the previous. Justin Benlolo is the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the band. In fact, BRKN Love has been Justin's baby all along. They are a swinging rock and roll band and one that's worth a listen. Just listen to Justin explain it here, how could you not be rooting for this band?BRKN Love's 3rd album, The Program, is available now. 

This interview we welcome an old friend back into the studio - someone who's been part of the soundtrack of our lives for decades, It's JR Richards, fromerly of Dishwalla. JR began his career as the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the iconice alternative rock band Dishwalls. The bands' debut album "Pet Your Friends" dropped in 1995, and it didn't take long for them to make waves. In 1996, The Richards-penned 'Counting Blue Cars" hit #1 earning JR a Billboard Music Award for Top Mainstream Rock Track of the Year. But that was just the beginning. JR has been producing music since the '90s not only for Dishwalla but also for this own solo projects and a slew of TV shows. You might've heard his work on series like One Tree Hill, How I Met Your Mother, Criminal Minds and he even contributed twenty songs to the reboot of Baywatch in 2017.  Now, JR is gearing up to release his 10th studio album (5th solo), "My Darkest Hour", expected in the next few months. So we're thrilled to sit down and talk about it, along with his journey through music and all the incredible milestones along the way.

On this episode, Monty gives an update on the new Galactic Cowboys album and tells you about his trip to Nashville for the mix. Also…segments of What's On TV? and Uncle Monty's Listening Corner!

Over the past decade, it's been the band Badflower to take a torch once carried by bands like My Chemical Romance and carry it into the realms of modern rock. Lead singer Josh Katz wears his heart on his sleeve with lyrics that resonate with anyone, no matter what they might be going through. That has never been more evident than on their latest single, "Paws," all about the possibility of losing his dog and best friend. That song, along with the previous single "Detroit," will be on Badflower's third full-length album, There Is No Place Like Home, due out on June 20th. Josh and I have had some deep conversations in the past, and has their manager reminded me, "you two gab like two old Grandmas," well, this conversation gets into some real-life stuff. 

Losing a band member is one thing, but losing a member to a tragic death is an entirely another thing. We Came As Romans lost their singer, Kyle Pavone, in 2018 to what was ruled an accidental overdose. That's a hard task to overcome, but not for this band. We Came as Romans have overcome everything thrown at them, and not only did they survive, but they've strived. Founding member and singer (the band with Kyle had two singers), Dave Stephen,s joins us while waiting for a flight to go play a giant music festival to talk new music and what it's taken to overcome tragedy. 

20 years is a long time to be in a band, but sometimes it takes that long to truly break through and become more than just underground heroes. The Devil Wears Prada is doing exactly that with a string of recent hits and a new song, "For You," that's poised to take the band to new heights. Plus, you'd be hard pressed to find a better live band than them. Guitarist/singer/songwriter Jeremy DePoyster joins me this week to break it all down and unofficially announce a new album due out in the future. Not breaking news, I know, but you'll have to listen to get the details. 

After 11 studio albums, you might think a band is starting to get meh, but that is definitely not the case with Architects. Their latest offering, The Sky, The Earth & All Between, sees the band exploring their sound in a way that just works. Produced by former Bring Me The Horizon keyboardist and songwriter Jordan Fish, the sounds are all there. From the pummelling to the melodic, this band isn't showing any signs of slowing down. They're headlining festivals, they went on tour with Metallica, and if their latest single "Everything Ends" keeps going, they might have one of their biggest hits in the band's long history on their hands. Lead singer Sam Carter joined me from his home in London the day before the NFL Draft so we even get a little sports talk in on this conversation, and gardening too! Wormhole, activated. See Architects on tour in the U.S. this summer.

The band Dinosaur Pile-Up just announced a new album and released two new songs. After kicking down the door of mainstream rock with the 2019 album Celebrity Mansions, we haven't really heard much from the band. There's a good reason for that, lead singer Matt Bigland was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis, a digestive disease that wrecks your insides. Something I know a lot about as 15 years ago I found out that I had celiac disease, both are autoimmune diseases with similar outcomes, and they both suck. Matt ended up in the hospital for a bit, so his health needed to come first. Now though, he's better than ever, and the band is firing on all cylinders. Two new songs are out called "My Way and 'Bout to Lose It." They come off a new album called I've Felt Better, due out in August of 2025. On a side note, I personally am a huge fan of this band, and I'm stoked to have this conversation. 

A pioneer and one of the first aritsts ever inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, Dion DiMucci first rose to fame with his group Dion & The Belmonts, before becoming a solo sensation with iconic hits like The Wanderer, Runaround Sue and many more. His influence on American music spans more than six decades - and he's still going strong.  Earlier this year, Dion co-authored a powerful and deeply personal new book with his longtime friend Adam Jablin. It's titled: Dion - The Rock N Roll Philosopher: Conversations on LIfe, Recovery, Faith 7 music. In it, Dion opens up about his incredible journey - his struggles and triumphs, his faith, and his unwavering passion for music.  In our conversation, we'll talk about the new book, his decision to give up his seat on the plane with Buddy Holly, his path to sobriety, wisdom he gained from Sam Cooke, and the lessons He's leanred across a lifetime in music. Check out our show notes at; www.rockandrollconfessional.rocks  

On this episode, Monty gives an update on the new Galactic Cowboys album, and then goes completely random! Topics include…weddings, baseball, tribute bands, Elon Musk, reality TV, drummers, celebrity astronauts, and hard boiled eggs. Plus, a review of the new … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered what bands do during their off time? Like when they aren't on the road or in the middle of a new album. Well, artists do what artists do, and that is creative creation. In this case, that creation is music. While Theory of a Deadman should be on break, Tyler has been hard at work on some new tunes and making amazing fashion choices. Sometimes we just need "hey, what are you doing?" style catch up, and that's exactly what this is. 

Saturday, April 12th is Record Store Day, and Black Stone Cherry are one of many bands and artists taking part and releasing an exclusive Record Store Day album called This Is Black Stone Cherry's RSD Release...And The Band Really Loves it. Lead singer Chris Robertson and I dig into the album, being proud papas, and what's next for the Kentucky Music Hall of Famers.

She truly needs no introduction as she has become one the most well-known voices in the world of rock music. Scratch that. She's become one of the most well-known voices in music. We know her as Halestorm's lead singer, but last year, she was also the fill-in singer with Skid Row. She's put out duets with everyone from Brooks & Dunn to I Prevail. Joining us from somewhere in Georgia as Halestorm puts the final touches on a new album due out later this year, we have a soul-searching conversation about music and what it truly means to be a part of music history. 

One of the greatest rock bands in our generation was REO Speedwagon. At the beginning of this year, we received word that REO was officially no longer. But that doesn't mean that guitarist, song writter and lead vocalist Kevin Cronin is stopping. We had the opportunity to speak with Kevin not only about his upcoming tour (with many of the REO family members), but we spoke about his dad being in World War II, why REO broke up, how Stephen Stills is one of his all time heroes and a hint of his new book. 

Drummer, singer, and songwriter for the legendary metalcore band Underoath is here to discuss their new album, The Place After This One , which is out now! Actually, it came out today, or should I say the same day as this conversation's posting. Underoath is one of the originators of a genre of music that has millions of fans worldwide, and after taking a bit of a hiatus, they came back in 2018 to a ton of fanfare. The Place After This One is their 3rd full album since coming back and after touring for a year in honor of the anniversary of the genre's most influential albums, Their Only Chasing Safety. You can almost hear it yet another metalcore masterpiece. 

Alyse Zavala and Oscar Romero are the co-lead singers in the band LYLVC, that is pronounced Lylac but with a V in place of the A. It's rock and roll man you can do what you want. This band started during the pandemic and a true won't take no attitude has put them on a path to greatness. You may have seen them on tour with Atreyu or Pop Evil, but with new music done, a record contract happening soon, and more touring on the books, the future is now for the band Lylvc. 

Autumn Kings is a Canadian-based (but almost Detroit) rap rock band who are truly bringing the groove back to the mainstream rock world. After grinding for over a decade the song "Sleep When I'm Dead" finds the band hitting a new height of success. Guitarist/singer/songwriter Jake Diab jones me for a conversation about who they are, how trauma can breed success and hit on that midwest nice. This conversation took place right before I left for Costa Rica two weeks ago and right before they left to tour Europe. 

ZZ Ward was born in 1986 and is an American Singer-Songwriter from Roseburg, Oregon. She signed with Hollywood Records to release here debut EP, Criminal in 2012, which preceded the release of her debut studio album, Til The Casket Drops, that same year. Her second studio album, The Storm was released in 2017, which peaked atop the Billboard Blues Albums Chart. Her third studio album, Dirty Shine (2023), was released independently and met with cricital acclaim. On Friday, March 14 (2025) ZZ will be releasing her next album which is on the famous blues label: Sun Records, titled Liberation. 

The band Fuel had a ton of success with household-known songs like "Hemorrhage (In My Hands)" "Shimmer" "Bad Day" and "Won't Back Down" just to name a few in the late 90s and early 2000s. Since then they've gone through a ton of changes and challenges, but now they are back and better than ever. Original members Carl and Kevin join me and my morning show co-host Laura Lee, along with their new singer Aaron to go through the band's recent past and dig into the resurgence of the music from the turn of the century. 

This episode begins with a sad goodbye to friend and Galactic Cowboys drummer, Johnny Simmons. Other segments include, an update on the new GC album, and Monty's thoughts on the recent Super Bowl, The Grammys, and the band Pagan's Mind.

Sophie Lloyd is a British guitarist who rose to popularity by posting her amazing playing to digital platforms like YouTube and TikTok. This led to her releasing eps that saw her shredding through renditions of legendary hard rock songs. She then spent the better part of the pandemic putting together her first true solo album featuring a who's who of modern rock singers like Lzzy Hale, Tyler Connolly, Danny Worsnop, Brandon Saller, and more. All former guests of this show. In the process, she also became Machine Gun Kelly's guitar player. As a guitarist, I'm stoked to help introduce the amazingly talented Sophie Lloyd to you.

For over twenty years the band 10 Years has been out there giving us high-quality rock music, the kind that draws you in and never really lets go. But they've kind of been doing it under the radar. A band that can hold their own with the biggest of the big. Lead singer Jesse Hasek has been known to be an entertainer of the highest quality during 10 Years sets and he's still setting the standard.Their new EP is called Inner Darkness and features a song with Conquer Divide that is continuing to rise up the rock radio charts.  

"I knew more songs by Hinder than I thought I did," said one of my co-workers ahead of this conversation. It's true though, they are just one of those bands. Now on the heels of their first bonafide hit song in a decade it's high time to catch up with that "Lips of an Angel" band. Marshal Dutton has been the singer now for 10 years and the music is hitting a peak. Plus more and more touring, and fun with cover songs.

The intensity level that Chris Daughtry has been bringing with Daughtry is on another level, and 2025 looks to be the biggest of his career as a true hard rock artist. Touring with Disturbed and with Creed is already on the books and while Shock to the System Part One came out late last year, he's putting the final touch on Part Two as I type this. Chris even has a new more intense look to go with it, all that and thoughts on Falling in Reverse, Tremonti, Nothing More and even Sleep Token this conversation is as much two rock fans talking tunes as it is me asking questions about his music. Enjoy another in-depth conversation with one of the most talented voices in rock, Chris Daughtry.-Cutter

It's the Year End Special! Monty gives out his Rockcastie Awards for the best and worst in 2024…gives an update on the new Galactic Cowboys album…answers questions and tells you what he's been watching on TV! Plus…a look back at … Continue reading →

On this episode, Monty gives an update on the new Galactic Cowboys album and looks back at The Horse That Bud Bought. Also, a big segment of What's On TV?…a CD Review…and Monty makes a big announcement!

Formed in Toronto in 1968, Rush became one of the most popular and best-selling bands in rock history, thanks to their tireless effort and imaginative, ever-evolving music. This richly illustrated and entertianingly written book from Rush expert and music journalist Dan Bukszpan pays tribute to the trio on the 50th anniversary of their debut album by curating and examining 50 of the most significant milestones in the bands career. Daniel covers everything down through the decades. And in this interview we talk with him about : The band's formation by bassiest Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson in the suburban Toronto and their early gigs and tours opening for the likes of KISS. We also talk about the breakthrough in the United States thanks to a Cleveland DJ. Plus, the role of co-founding drummer, John Rutsey. Plus much more. In examinging 50 touchstones, Bukszpan presents a unique look at Rush's Career from Toronto bar band to international mega-platinum stadium fillers. Every page is illustrated with stunning concert and candid offstage photography, including gig posters, 7 - inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs and more.

On this October episode, Monty talks about the progress on the new Galactic Cowboys album…tells Scary Stories. Plus, What's On TV?…a concert review, he and gives his thoughts on a new song from Dream Theater.

As one of the founding members, lead singer, lead guitarist, and wrote more than 90% of the Grand Funk Railroad music catalog, Mark Farner has always been known as the energetic driving force on stage, the engine that pulled the original Grank Funk Railroad to the top of the charts. From his soulful voice and power rock riffs, to fueling the Funk with his atomic stage presence. His story and his imprint on music starts with Flint and since 1969 from his humble beginnings and a blue-collar outlook, Farner has captained a global crusade for love, peace and freedom and became a rock 'n' roll icon. Mor the 60 years later - he commands the stage with the same intensity performing epic hits that defined a generation - "I'm Your Captian (Closer to Home)", "Bad Time", "Some Kind of Wonderful", "Foot Stompin' Music", "Heartbreaker", "Rock & Roll Soul", "Locomotion", "Mean Mistreater" and  "We're An American Band" Mark will be releasing his latest solo album, "Closer To My Home" on November 8th , and we had the opporutnity to speak with him regarding the album along with his musical career.

On this episode…Updates on the new Galactic Cowboys album…Questions from Facebook about Monty's concert experiences…and more questions from Jimi G in Chicago!