Podcasts about talkin' rock

Anyone who knows me knows I'm a huge Dio fan. I grow up on that stuff, so it was a no-brainer when I was contacted to talk with his widow, Wendy.  We discussed lots about Ronnie's life through rainbow, Sabbath, solo and beyond. One of the reasons Ronnie joined Black Sabbath was because Wendy informed him they only had $800 in savings. How does that happen to a big-time rock star? I found out. What did he listen to outside of rock? What did he think about his fans? And lots more. Then, it's Michael Jahnz from the Richrath Project 3:13. REO Speedwagon founding member Gary Richrath's legacy lives on through this project. I asked Michael about his past moving to southern California in the 80's meeting up with Gary (which is a crazy story) and putting together some of these songs with Gary playing and doing backing vocals on a few. Click the link below to learn more about this project and to get your cd/album. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.ronniejamesdio.com/ https://www.project313rocks.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

We cover a lot of ground with Shaun Morgan from Seether on this episode of Talkin' Rock. He answered questions like -  What's it like to be back on stage? Why release music during a pandemic? Did George Michael ever hear the Seether version of Careless Whisper? How is it going from a pig farm in South Africa to having a display in the Rock Hall? Why the funny faces in pictures? What's the best Seether song...and more questions answered. Shaun was awesome as always! Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.seether.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

First up on the show, it's Jack Blades from Night Ranger. Their new record comes out Friday. It's called ATBPO, or And The Band Played On. He tells me about the unusual writing process due to covid and gives a taste of what the album sounds like. He talks about playing with Corey Taylor a few weeks back, some Damn Yankee's talk and the story of Prince and an awards show.  Then, it's the host of the Appetite for Distortion podcast, Brando. He went to the opening night of the GNR tour and gives me a full recap, as well as how Wolfgang Van Halen sounded.  Enjoy!  -Meltdown- https://www.nightranger.com/#!/splash https://www.facebook.com/TheAFDShow/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

It's another double-header, this time from a band celebrating it's 50th anniversary, and a much newer band. Charlie Huhn has been with Foghat for 21 years. He talks about getting in the band, playing with the guys and lots of stories from his rich history in the music business. He tells stories of rockin' with Ted Nugent. Should he be in the Rock Hall? Charlie answers that questions. What was it like to play stadiums in Nugent's peak and TONS more! Dead Eyes is a newer Metalcore band and on this episode front man, Zack Willaims calls in. He talks about the different ways they're getting their music out there, how he ended up in the band, their single "Break In The Current" and it's cool video and more.  Two great conversations! Enjoy! Meltdown https://foghat.com/ https://deadeyesofficial.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Yes, you read that headline right, Jared Weeks is back in Saving Abel. Jared called in to talk about the reason he'd left the band in the first place, what he's been doing the past 8 years, rejoining the band and what it was like to play music with them again. He also told me about Shade of Grace, which he compared to the recent Smith and & Myers project.  Then, Sammy Boller and Cam Clark from Pharaohs join me to talk about their new band. Sammy has played in other outfits and now has this band to put under his hat. We discuss influences, how the band was started and lots more. You can watch the interview here - https://wrif.com/2021/07/02/wrif-virtual-rock-room-with-pharaohs/ Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://savingabelnation.com/ https://www.pharaohsmusic.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/

3 Doors Down is touring with Seether this summer, so Brad and Shaun were nice enough to tell me all about it.  We talk about Seether dropping a new album during the pandemic as well as their display in the Rock Hall. Brad talks about playing the entire debut album and what they've done over the past year and a half, and lots more Then, it's a classic interview with four WWE superstars. The Brooklyn Brawler, Jimmy hart, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan and Val Venus. I talked to these guys before the 2007 Wrestlemania here in Detroit. Really fun to listen back to it! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.3doorsdown.com/#!/ https://www.seether.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two rock legends, one sub-par podcast! Geoff Downes is up first to talk about the new ASIA box set which covers the band from 2007-12. We also talk about.... -The huge success the band had -The beginning of the song Countdown To Zero (which is the THX sounder) -Playing with Chris Squire..and more Then (around the 13 minute mark) it's Rock Hall member, Glenn Hughes. He's about to embark on a tour with the Dead Daisies after dropping an album in January. We talk about... -The new record Holy Ground -Getting back on stage -What he did during the pandemic -His Rock Hall of Fame ambassadorship..for starters. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://originalasia.com/ https://thedeaddaisies.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Levine of Triumph returns to Talkin' Rock. The Allied Forces box set will drop this Saturday for Record Store Day, and it's packed with al sorts of killer Triumph material. We talk about the box set and what role Andy Curran from Coney Hatch played in putting it together, as well as..... -The documentary they're been working on -80's hairbands -the lack of American success for some Canadian bands -Great light shows, and more. Then (around the 16 minute mark) it's a classic interview with Jack Black and Kyle Gass, Tenacious D. They were making the rounds promoting their DVD back in October of 2003. Such a funny interview as we talk about the creation of Heavy Metal and TONS more...... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.triumphmusic.com/ https://www.tenaciousd.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new pop Evil album is out, and bassist Matt DiRito joins me to talk about it.... -Why it's called Versatile  -Who he's on the road with now. -Working with different producers -The passing of producer Kato Khandwala....and lots more Then (around the 19 minute mark) it's Kevin Smokler. Kevin is part of a documentary called Vinyl Nation. They have some cool stuff planned for it around Record Store Day. We talk all things vinyl and lots more.... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://popevil.com/ http://www.libertaliatattoo.com/ https://vinylnationfilm.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheap trick has a new album out called In Another World. Tom was nice enough to call in and tell me all about it, plus.... -An update on a recent health scare -A sad song on the album and a cover song -Being sued by Michael Jackson -His vast amount of guitars and basses -The Rock Hall....and more! Super fun conversation with Tom.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.cheaptrick.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man, this is a lot of rock! First up, it's rock legend and Hall of Fame member, Billy Gibbons. This guy is so cool to talk to. We talk alot about his upcoming album, Hardware. -We talk about some songs on it and working with Matt Sorum -He tells me about writing an album in the middle of nowhere -Getting some riffs to Frank and Dusty to work on ZZ Top riffs -A question about pajamas from Chris Henderson of 3 Doors down and more. (around 17:20) Then, guitarist, singer/songwriter Ayron Jones joins me. His new album drops on Friday, May 21. -He tells me about the new album and opening himself up -We talk about how his childhood has made him a better father -Growing up in Seattle and the bands that have come from there -His song Take Me Away and how it blew up in 2020 and Tons more. (around 31:30) Finally, it's Coney Hatch bassist/singer, Andy Curran. Their new live album is out and we discuss it... -Where they recorded the record. -He tells me the history behind the band -What success outside of Canada meant to the band -Of course, we had to talk about something we both love, hockey! And lost more. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://billygibbons.com/ https://ayronjonesmusic.com/ https://www.coneyhatch.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wow, there's a lotta rock on today's show.  First up, Lzzy Hale and Amy Lee join me to discuss their upcoming tour, and.... -Getting back on stage again -New Halestorm music -The first time they met -How a legendary rocker was duped backstage -Who will headline...and lots more Then, it's drummer, Roy Mayorga Of course he's sat behind the kit for Stone Sour, Hell Yeah and lots of other bands. He'll be revising his role drumming for Ministry this fall. We talk about that and... -Touring with Hell Yeah and playing for the late Vinnie Paul -What he's been doing during the pandemic -What Ministry front man Al Jourgensen is like -Star Wars...and more. Love talking to Roy! Enjoy.... -Meltdown- https://www.halestormrocks.com/ https://evanescencestore.com/dept/the-bitter-truth?cp=101960_108529 https://www.facebook.com/roymayorga https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two completely ends of the rock spectrum today on Talkin' Rock. Nancy Wilson joins me first to talk about her solo album, You and Me. The title track is a tribute to her mom. That's not the only tribute on it....we talk about -The tribute to Eddie Van Halen -Advise from her sister, Ann -The cover songs on the album -The Fears and Challenges of doing a solo album....and more. Then it's rapper, rocker, musician, Zero 9:36....he talks about.... -Working with the guys in Theory -His musical tastes -Eminem or Lil Wayne -He does an acoustic version of Adrenaline -What gets his adrenaline going. This answer I did not see coming! Enjoy! Meltdown https://www.heart-music.com/ https://www.zero936.com/       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zakk Wylde makes his debut on Talkin' Rock, and doesn't disappoint. The new box set is huge - None More Black.  We talk about... -Spinal Tap -What's up with BLS -Sonic Brew turning 22 -Ozzy, and his latest album -Jamming with Guns 'N Roses -His father....and more.  You can't not smile listening to Zakk tell his stories! The guy has seen and done it all. So much fun to talk to.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- http://blacklabelsociety.net/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So cool to talk with Marc LaBelle and John Notto from Dirty Honey. Great guys, killer band! Their new album is out and it's awesome! We talk about... -Working with their producer who was in Australia -Writing songs during a pandemic -A couple tracks with a Black Crowes feel -Socially distanced concerts -Is rock dead? -A prized Slash/Joe Perry guitar and lots more.  Enjoy! Meltdown https://www.dirtyhoney.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love interviewing people I've never met or interviewed before, you don't know what you'll get. Today, I got a very solid conversation with a genuinely nice guy. Chris and I talked about.... -The latest single Heavy is the Crown -Trying to make a splash in the rock community -Working during the pandemic -Making the record he always wanted to make -Funny stories about another lead singer ...and LOTS more. Really, a fun interview! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://daughtryofficial.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another killer, double interview edition of Talkin' Rock. Up first it's Jeremy Spencer of the band Psychosexual. We talk about the band and his move to the front of the stage, plus.... -His musical influences  -The covers album he did -Theatrical rock bands -His time in Five Finger Death Punch -Does he still talk with the guys from 5FDP -Why they did cover songs....and lots more. Then (around the 27:00 mark) it's Soraia's, ZouZou Mansour. Their latest single is called Tight Lipped...and it's sexy! We discuss that song and... -The greatest band to come out of Philly -Releasing an album as the pandemic started -Possible plans for 2021 -Her influences and more....lots more.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.soraia.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon of Atreyu joins me today on Talkin' Rock. Lots to discuss with him, including.... -Leaving the drums and fronting the band -The new album Baptize -The singles Underrated and Warrior -How the pandemic treated the band -Working with Travis Barker -Cool rock merch ..and tons more. It's the first time I ever spoke to Brandon and it was very cool. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.atreyuofficial.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ https://wrif.com/2021/04/01/wrif-virtual-rock-room-with-atreyu/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots going on in the world of Saliva, and we talk about it today with Bobby Amaru and Wayne Swinny of the band... Their upcoming live stream Their latest Every Twenty Years album Cover songs they're working on Re-recording classic Saliva songs They clear up the Josey Scott rejoining the band talk New Saliva music...and lots more. It's a great listen and gives you a prospective of where the guys are at now.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://salivaofficial.com/news/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Something old, something new on today's show. Tim from Rise Against is up first. The new album from the guys is called Generation Nowhere and drops in June. He talks about the album, the writing process and the meaning of the title cut, plus.... -Live Stream Shows -His Thoughts On The State Of Rock -A Funny Story About A Conversation With Tom Morello -Singing a Cover Song With The Smashing Pumpkins ...and more. A fun conversation for sure! Then, around the 23 minute mark, it's a classic interview with the late Peter Steele from Type O Negative. This interview took place outside of Harpos, here in Detroit, in September of 1996. The weather was cooling off and the fall, Halloween spirit was in the air.  We talks about October Rust, the nude photo shoots he did and More. You can really hear Peter's humor in this interview.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://riseagainst.com/ https://wrif.com/2021/03/18/wrif-virtual-rock-room-with-rise-against/ https://typeonegative.net/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Offspring guys are so much fun to talk with, and today is no different. Dexter and Noodles join me to discuss their upcoming Let The Bad Times Roll album. It drops on April 16th. Of course, we talk about the record, in particular 3 songs that caught my eye including a cover of one of their own songs. We also talk about  -Dr. Dexter -Their album Smash..and more. Then, it's A Day To Remember front man, Jeremy McKinnon. Their new album is called You're Welcome. He tells me... -How they named the record -The diversity of songs on it -The pandemic and possibility of touring, and lots more Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.offspring.com/ http://site.adtr.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two legends, one podcast! Alice Cooper is up first. His new album is out called Detroit Stories. We talk about that and some of the guests that he tried to get on but couldn't. He tells me about the characters, his upbringing in Detroit and where he lived. We also discuss.... -How bands get noticed in 2021 -A time a former band member blasted him with a golf ball -The legendary Grammy moment he was involved with.....and more. Then, around the 18 minute mark, it's producer, Toby Wright. This guy's resume speaks for itself. He's worked with some of rocks heavyweights. We talk about the bands he's worked with, plus... -How he got started in his career and what his parents thought -Bands that surprised him at how good they were -The most amount of takes to get a song or piece right -His band She Won't Live  -His Taummhoms, which is unreal & more Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://alicecooper.com/home/ https://www.tobywrightmusic.com/ https://www.shewontlive.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My relationship with Damon Johnson goes far back to Brother Cane, but I've really gotten to know him over the last decade or so. He has so many ties to Detroit....he played with Alice Cooper for about ten years, his wife is from here, and that's just for starters. We do talk a little about that on today's conversation, also.... -He tells me about his latest album Battlessons (It's a ripper!) -Why he's using a Flying V guitar -Working with famed producer Nick Raskulinecz -Shooting the video -A question about a broom closet at Al's Crossroads  ..and TONS more. (around the 40:00 mark) Then, it's a classic interview from Them Crooked Vultures, featuring Dave Grohl, Josh Homme and the legendary John Paul Jones. This interview took place in October of 2009. We talked about how the band got started, a wild birthday party and lots more. This is a fun conversation that still stands up today.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.damonjohnson.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special edition of Talkin' Rock, it's the interviews from this past week's 50th anniversary celebration. Each artist also mentions what they're doing now.   Calls from.....Zacky Vengeance (2:45) Arejay Hale from Halestorm (7:30) Alice Cooper (12:00) Chris Jericho (30:25) Kid Rock (34:15) Tyler Connolly - Theory of a Deadman (44:00) Nicklas Lidstrom (49:00) David Ellefson - Megadeth (55:00) Brent Smith - Shinedown (59:00) Michael Anthony (1:05:30) Brad Arnold - 3 Doors Down (1:07:35) Bob Seger (1:11:30) Thank you to all these guys, the special DJ's for the 50th Weekend, and to the listeners....THANK YOU! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another two-for-one on Talkin' Rock. Lonesome George is up first talking about his latest, Live in Boston, 1982: The Complete Concert. We discuss the album, plus.. -What songs of his translate best live -The use of Bad To The Bone in movies -His favorite live albums -Turning 71 -A Detroit Icon he played with.... (Around the 12 minute mark) Then, it's a 15 year old interview with the legendary Iron Maiden singer, Bruce Dickinson. As WRIF turns 50, I've been going through the archives and found this gem. There's so much good content on here that stills holds up today, like... -Meeting his hero Arthur Brown -An Osbourne's tiff -Flying -A Spinal Tap moment on stage and lots more. Two great interviews with a couple bonified bad asses Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.georgethorogood.com/ https://www.ironmaiden.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wow....action-packed is the only way to describe this episode of Talkin' Rock! David Coverdale is up first. I LOVE talking to him. He's so much fun and never fails to entertain. This interview delivers more of that. We talk about.... -The first show he ever played in America -The Whitesnake Blues album -Has he gotten vaccinated? -Reconnecting with former band members and more.. (around 14:30) Then, Brad Arnold from 3 Doors Down was nice enough to join me. They have three live-streams starting February 5th. We talk about his... -Country living -How life changed with the drop of the massive debut album -The ups and downs the band has gone through -The three "new" songs, and TONS more. (around 29:30) Todd Whitener joins me to talk about his new project Blisskrieg. We talk about.... -Day of the New/Tantric -His former bands -How the band started...just for starters... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://whitesnake.com/ https://www.3doorsdown.com/#!/ https://www.facebook.com/BlisskriegBand/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another killer two-for-one Talkin' Rock podcast episode. Dorothy Martin is up first to talk about all things Dorothy. If you haven't heard of her, drop everything and check her out! Great, straight ahead rock and roll! Today we discuss.... -The multiple guests she worked with for this upcoming album -The vast amount of music she has to choose from -An AMAZING story of how she doesn't fear death -When she discovered she wanted to be a rock star....and LOTS more. (around the 26 minute mark) Then it's concert promoter, Danny Zelisko. His new book is called All Excess Occupation: Concert Promoter. He tells me..... -His history in the business -Why he wrote the book -The relationships he's made and bands he's worked with....and more. Two great listens, one mediocre podcast. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://dorothyonfire.com/ https://www.dannyzeliskopresents.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weapons of Anew will be dropping their new album sometime this year, so Ray West from the band decided to call in and talks about it. The album is called The Art Of War and Ray talks about.... -Their "Sick Boy" cover -Working with producer Mike Ferretti -What he's doing during the day now -How Van Halen shaped his musical tastes  -The latest on Spread Eagle ....and more. Then, since Kid Rock just turned 50, how about an interview I did with him in 1999. He talks about... -Working with Toni Iommi on music -Working with and hanging out with Tommy Lee -Gambling with a rocker ....and more. It's so fun to hear these older interviews knowing where their careers went.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.weaponsofanew.com/ https://kidrock.com/ https://kidrock.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another fun interview with two singer/songwriters today on Talkin' Rock. Ricky Warwick is up first. I've never interviewed him before and found him very engaging and a great story teller. We talked about.... -His new solo album "When Life Was Fast And Hard" and the many guests on it. -Meeting Keith Nelson and working with him -Being in a band with Scott Gorham -Lemmy from Motorhead -The band Big Country -The Black Star Riders ...and lots more. At 30:35 it's Matt of the band From Ashes To New is next. I've talked to Matt in the past and he still gets the question of greatest Pennsylvania band wrong. LOL...we discuss... -Their latest album -The Movie The Retaliators -His and Danny's Youtube show -Missing the live show experience & more  Enjoy and thanks for listening!  -Meltdown- https://www.rickywarwick.com/ https://www.fromashestonew.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've talked with Taylor a few times since this record was suppose to drop, but the day is coming. Death By Rock And Roll comes out on February 12th. On Talkin' Rock she tells me all about it..... -How she got Tom Morello on a track -The better mental space she's in -She says this album is a hopeful record -Playing the David Bowie tribute .....and more. Then, it's a classic interview I did with Joe Perry from August 2009. This was right after Steven Tyler fell off the stage at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Joe talks about the incident, his friendship with Steven, his new blues-based album and more. As WRIF turns 50, I've discovered some classic gems that I'll be sprinkling in here and there throughout the year.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://deathbyrockandroll.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a great way to kick off the new year! Michael Anthony is my first guest of 2021. The Circle with Sammy Hagar, Vic Johnson, Jason Bonham and Michael have a new album out called Lockdown 2020. We discuss the record.... -The cover songs they did -How Sammy approached the songs -What is relationship was like with Eddie Van Halen when he died -Joining V.H. in the 70's and more. As if Michael wasn't enough to kick off the new year, I brought in another heavyweight, Ozzy Osbourne. This is a classic interview I did with Ozzy around the release of the live Black Sabbath album, Reunion. It's fun to look back and listen to Ozzy talk about a number of topics, all before the MTV show "The Osbourne's". Enjoy! -Meltdown- http://www.redrocker.com/circle https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special edition of Talkin' Rock, Todd Evans takes us behind the scene of his time in GWAR as Beefcake the Mighty.  We talks about shows that stick out in his mind, gimmicks that went wrong on stage, a celebrity that searched them out while in their hometown and tons more.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ho, Ho Ho! It's Meltdown bringing you a Christmas present from the Twiztid boys. Madrox and Monoxide join me for a special Christmas edition of Talkin' Rock. They tell me about.... -The past year and everything they've done...and it's a lot -Reaching the fans during a pandemic -The new record on the horizon and the rock slant it has -How they've evolved -Astronomicon for 2021 and how different it's going to be ...and TONS more! Oh, plus a clip of a brand new song that no one heard heard yet!! Enjoy, and Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays! -Meltdown- https://majikninjaentertainment.com/artists/twiztid/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Wheat's book is called "Son of a Milkman: My Crazy Life with Tesla. I found Brian to be really open about his battles he's fought and the times he's gone through. We discussed.... -If the other guys in the band have read the book -Meeting Sir Paul -How the grunge era affected the band -The loss of some legendary rockers this year -Why they don't own the Tesla domain name...and lots more. Then, it's Taki from the band Eve to Adam. They've been around since 2001 and Taki fills me in on where they're at now....also -Some tours they've been on -Relocating from NYC to sunnier setting -Their album "Ithaca" -Plans for 2021 and more.... Thanks so much for listening! Listen till the end to find out some special guest I'll have on the podcast between the holidays! -Meltdown-  https://teslatheband.com/ https://www.evetoadam.com/home.html https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake and Danny from Greta Van Fleet are on Talkin' Rock today. Lots to get to...... -The new album The Battle At Gardens Gate -The writing of the record and change of producer -Moving to Nashville -The loss of Eddie Van Halen...and more Thanks for listening to this quick-hit interview. -Meltdown- https://thebattleatgardensgate.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During normal times, the Trans Siberian Orchestra would be touring all over America. Of course, this year is not normal. Guitar legend, Al Pitrelli joins me to discuss the live stream show on December 18th, along with.... -Being the father of a couple military boys -What thrash legend he asked to join TSO early on -The band Widowmaker he was in with Dee Snider...and more Then it's Jason Bieler. His new album drops on January 22nd, and it's really good! We talk about... -The album and many specials guests on it -Frank Zappa -His time with Saigon Kick -Why he calls himself (kiddingly) the God Father of Grunge ....and more laughs with Jason.  Thanks so much for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.trans-siberian.com/tour https://jasonbieler.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're a music fan, you need to watch this Zappa film. It's so well done. Ahmet Zappa talks about the making of it and the choice of Alex Winter at the helm. We also talk about..... -Zappa music reaching a younger generation -Advise for Wolfgang Van Halen ...and more. Then, drummer Jeff Plate joins me to talk about the upcoming Trans Siberia Orchestra live-stream on December 18th. We also discuss... -His other band Alta Reign -Savatage in 2020 -Favorite Christmas movie -Frank Zappa Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.zappa.com/ https://www.trans-siberian.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wolfgang Van Halen calls in to discuss his latest single "Distant" and lots more. He answers questions about... -Filling the shoes of Michael Anthony on tour -His thoughts on social media -If he'd ever wright a book -Any friends with kids of other famous musicians and more Then, it's Terry Leroi of the "supergroup" LEROI XIII. They covered Ronnie James Dio's Stand Up And Shout" for charity with the blessing of Wendy Dio. Plus, we talk about..... -Whose in the band -How they got started -His other band Granny 4 Barrel -Meeting Dio, and more Thanks for listening! -Meltdown-  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up first on today's podcast it's guitar legend, Kenny Wayne Shepherd. His new live album is out called "Straight To You: Live". We discuss the album and dvd, as well as.... -A recent trip to Nashville and what he was doing -The late Eddie Van Halen -His other band, The Rides -Favorite live albums -Muscle cars...and tons more! Then, it's Rev Theory bassist, Matt McCloskey. The band is going through some changes and he discusses what's going on, also... -New music and some special guest they're working with -The use of their music in the WWE -"Hell Yeah" in sports arenas -Bass players, and lots more. Two great guests, one mediocre podcast! Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.kennywayneshepherd.net/ https://www.revtheoryofficial.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason McMaster is on Talkin' Rock...he lent his mic skills to David Ellefson's latest project "No Cover", an album full of great cover songs with an excellent cast of guest musicians. I asked Jason how he got involved and how it was determined what songs he would sing. We talked about his early years getting into music and how he discovered bands. He told me about two auditions for legendary bands that he had to turn down. As well as what's going on with Dangerous Toys and more! Jason was awesome to chat with....hope you guys like this! -Meltdown- https://jasonmcmaster.net/ https://www.davidellefson.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two legends are on Talkin' Rock. First up, it's Toto's Steve Lukather. He's dropping a solo album early next year. We discuss that and .... -The title of the album "I Found The Sun Again" -A couple covers songs on the album -How Nancy Wilson played a part in meeting his girlfriend -in-fighting and lawsuits with Toto -Wolfgang Van Halen's new song...and more Then, it's Rock Hall of Fame member, Nancy Wilson of Heart. She's also releasing a solo album next year. She tells me about the record... -Special guests writers and singers -The title of the record -Being inducted into the Rock Hall by Chris Cornell -Singing Led Zeppelin songs in front of the actual band -Woman in rock....and lots more. Thanks for listening!  -Meltdown- https://www.stevelukather.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two great listens, one mediocre podcast! LOL Mick Box from Uriah Heep joins me first. 2020 has been a rough year for a lot of people, but for Mick it's been extraordinarily hard with the passing of Ken Hensley and Lee Kerslake. He talks about that with me as well as.... -The 50th anniversary box set "50 Years In Rock" -Success in America -Bands they toured with in the 70's -The RNR Hall of Fame and more... Then, it's Vinyl Nation film makers Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone. Vinyl Nation is a killer doc if you're a record guy like me, or just a music fan in general. We geek out about albums and talk about the making of the documentary. Feel free to hit me up on my socials about your love of records - @MeltdownWRIF Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- http://www.uriah-heep.com/newa/index.php https://vinylnationfilm.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I talk to an old friend. I've known jack for almost three decades. He's a solid guy and super talent. On today's show we discuss.... -new music from him and the band -a recent surgery he went through -sobriety -singing Zeppelin -an upcoming move he's making ...and tons more. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown-       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royal Blood are back with their latest single "Trouble's Coming". We discuss the new music and how they scrapped over 50 songs... -how the pandemic forced them to write -the pop flare the new single has -Mike's sobriety -success in the USA and more..... Then, Nike Dees from a band called Hold On Hollywood joins me to round out the episode. They're a band out of Houston, TX that's been around since 2015. they've opened up shows for some rock heavy weights, as we discuss that and more about the band.  -Meltdown- https://www.royalbloodband.com/ https://www.holdonhollywood.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's two Jeffs for the price of one, today on Talkin' Rock. Jeff Schroeder is up first...the topics include.... -Getting into the band -Guitar solos -The new album "Cyr" -Eddie Van Halen -Working with Billy Corgan...and that's just for starters. Then, drummer Jeff Plate is on. We talk about.... -The upcoming TSO live stream -How the livestream will work -The loss of Neil Peart and more..... I hope you enjoy these conversations....thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://smashingpumpkins.com/ https://www.trans-siberian.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up first it's Chino from Deftones. Their new album is out and we talked a lot about it, including the writing process and the lack of special guest musicians. Plus, what are his thoughts on the passing of Eddie Van Halen, beer, vinyl, and lots more.  Pat Simmons from the Doobie Brothers is up next. Lots of excitement on their camp with the Rock N' Roll Hall Of Fame induction coming up (sometime) and a new box set, Quadio, for purchase. Obviously, being a guitar player, I asked him about EVH as well. He had a well thought out answer to watching a guitar God storm the scene in the late 70's.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.deftones.com/ https://thedoobiebrothers.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A little bit of a different Talkin' Rock today.  First up, it's legendary drummer, Liberty DeVitto. The former Billy Joel band member put out a book this summer and is dropping a new album with his band, The Slim Kings. We talk about those things, his favorite Billy Joel album, the passing of Neil Peart and Eddie Van Halen, playing and creating music at 70 and more. Comedian, Steve Byrne is up next. His latest project is a movie called "The Opening Act". His somewhat biographical and Steve has some funny responses to talking about the movie. He talks about working with Vince Vaughn and Peter Billingsly, the "Spinal Tap" of comedy comparisons, the comedy community and more. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.slimkings.com/ https://www.stevebyrnelive.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a new B.O.C. album dropping this Friday, The Symbol Remains, so Eric Bloom came on the podcast to talk about it.  He answered questions about why they haven't put out any new music in the past two decades, we talked about some of the material & the title of the album. I HAD to ask him about the "cowbell" scene and any thoughts about any 50th anniversary plans.  Thanks for listening!  -Meltdown- http://www.blueoystercult.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guitar player extraordinaire, John 5 makes a return visit to the Talkin' Rock podcast. On this episode we talk about... His new live album and DVD An upcoming DVD release of his life story Playing on Ace Frehley's latest album  Some stories of working with Rob Halford and David Lee Roth The last time he missed a note What's up with the new Zombie album (spoiler alert....soon) ...and lots more. As always, this is a fun conversation with 5. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://john-5.com/main/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, it's two legends for the price of one! First up, Mick Fleetwood. He talks about the new re-released single "These Strange Times" and the use of a Peter Green RIFF on it. We talk about bands covering their songs, and transitioning from a more blues based band to a pop rock type of band. Next it's the Metal God, Rob Halford. His new book "Confess" is out and I wanted to ask him some questions I thought the book left off. When was the last time he spoke to K.K., the Marie Osmond story, has he ever met Ripper Owens, what's going on with Priest now and more. I also asked him to define where hard rock ends and heavy metal begins.... Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.