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A Worcester native, David Ginsburg grew up in a family wholesale business led by his father and grandfather, in which he learned the valuable lesson of "you do what it takes" regardless of hierarchy. After graduation from UMass Amherst, David worked in the family business for several years before beginning his radio career at WBOS in Boston. After nearly 8 years, rising from Promotion Coordinator to Program Director, David moved to agency life as an experiential marketing manager, which soon morphed to social media marketing in the wake of the '08 crash. David now leads a dual career as General Manager/Program Director at WICN Public Radio in Worcester as well as serving as Digital Marketing Director at Hollywood Agency, an integrated PR and Marketing Agency based in Hingham. Connect with David LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidginsburg/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thegins/ Connect with David Hill   Public Website: www.davidihill.com  Real Estate University: www.realestatelistings.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill  20-Minute call: https://www.davidihill.com/strategycall FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/  

This is just a fun, cool episode....oh, and very Canadian! Chris Jericho is a legend in and out of the wrestling ring, and a good dude. Fozzy kicks off their tour in Detroit, so Y2J was nice enough to come by the studio and talk about rock, the tour, the upcoming Fozzy album and life getting back to normal. We talk about the use of backing tracks in the live setting and how he's managed to drive down so many lanes of the entertainment business. Plus, a bonus question about wearing a sleeping mask, as did Chris L. from the Pod Of Thunder podcast. Andy Curran is up next - around the 25 minute mark. Of course we talk about hockey, and his team the Blackhawks. Then we get into the Envy of None band. He talks about how it was formed, the album, and the vision Alex Lifeson had for the project. He talks about the last few years of Neil Peart's life and some great Taylor Hawkins stories of playing with the guys. That's just for starters.... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://fozzyrock.com/ https://envyofnone.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

This interview is so much fun! Joe was awesome.... He tells me about the Eagles current tour and the massive production that goes with it. He answers what it's like to play with Vince Gill and about his eBay addiction, which is funny. We talk about the use of In The City in the movie Warriors. I ask him his thoughts of Dolly Parton withdrawing her name for Rock Hall consideration, to which he has a hysterical response. Plus, best advice he's received from another guitarist, and a little talk about Glenn Frye.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.joewalsh.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Don't let the title fool you. It's Darren McCarty and myself interviewing Damon.  These two guys have an unbelievable history together, which we talk about. Let's just say Damon has a deep connection to the Motor City. But we have to talk about the most recent news; Damon is getting the band back together! Brother Cane will play a couple shows this year - as of now - and DJ tells us the reason why they're getting back together and why now. He talks about his time since the BC days, some great Alice Cooper stories and LOTS more.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.damonjohnson.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Today, on what is the 19th anniversary of the fire that took the lives of 100 people and injured many more, I am sharing the 3-part series released last year. One thing is very clear, the events of that night and the days, weeks, and months that followed, have had a lasting effect on the people of West Warwick and the state of Rhode Island to this day.Never forget what happened so it will never happen again.Episode 13 from 3/5/2021:Part three of three. Over the course of this series of episodes, I wanted to peel back the layers of what a mess The Station Fire truly was, how we are still looking for answers, and how we are still clearing the debris of misinformation. The Station Fire was 18 years ago. The fire killed 100 people, hundred of others were injured physically, countless others were damaged emotionally. In this bonus sized episode I speak to friend and colleague, John Laurenti.  We worked together at WZLX in Boston and, as you will hear, we have a long history and strong connections to New England radio. John has worked at WAAF, WBOS, WODS, WHEB, WGIR, and was at WHJY in Providence for 17 years. He was friends with Mike Gonsalves, the WHJY DJ known as Doctor Metal, who was one of 100 who died at the Station. We talk about his memories of Doc, the venue, the fire, the impact on the community, the part live radio plays in times of disaster, the evolution of rock, and we name check about 20 radio people throughout. We spoke on the weekend of the 18th anniversary. This is our conversation, our long conversation. It was even longer. I edited for time.Crime of the Truest KindHosted by Anngelle WoodOnline: CrimeoftheTruestKind.com***visit the new merch store!Episode 13 on YouTubeFollowFacebook | Instagram | Twitter | Buy Me A CoffeeContact: crimeofthetruestkind@gmail.comListen on all major platforms: crimeofthetruestkind.buzzsprout.comI reference this book - Trial by Fire: A Devastating Tragedy, 100 Lives Lost, and A 15-Year Search for Truth By Scott James -  ScottJamesWriter.comAll show notes can  be found on the show page for each episode. Thank you, Joe "onlyone" Kowalski for use of music in this podcast.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/truestkind)

It's a female dominated Talkin' Rock episode. I mean, it's always fun when Lzzy Hale shows up. Her and her band are some of the nicest people in this business.The new album is dropping in May. She talks about that, Ann Wilson, a funny road story from the early days, and how she started using those white Gibsons.  Then, it's the entire Plush band. It's unreal to think that some of these ladies just graduated from High School! Unreal! We talk about their upcoming tour, their influences and how they look to influence others, funny tour stories and lots more! -Meltdown- https://www.halestormrocks.com/ https://www.plushrocks.net/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

We've had an awesome week on the podcast and today is no different.  Mammoth WVH and Dirty Honey are hitting the tour trail for the Young Guns tour, so Wolfgang Van Halen and Marc LaBelle were nice enough to talk about it. Marc talked about the props Slash gave his band, their festival appearance in France, their latest album and more. Wolfgang talked about the GNR tour, his album and some stuff about his legendary father, just for starters.  Then, Dream Theater drummer Mike Mangini joins me. I've never met him so I wasn't sure what I'd get. He was great! He talked about getting back on stage, their Grammy nod and his picks for greatest living drummer. He was had a fascinating story about joining the band. Lots more after that........ -Meltdown- https://www.mammothwvh.com/ https://www.dirtyhoney.com/ https://dreamtheater.net/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Man, I'll be honest, Slash is so much fun to talk to. He has a great sense of humor and is such a legend. On today's episode we talk about the upcoming Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators 4 album. We talk about it's live feel, flavor of the songs, and even about an "epic" song that Myles told me about last fall. He talks about playing theaters as opposed to stadiums, his songs used in movies - specifically Sweet Child O' Mine in Step Brothers - and his social media accounts. Just fun and really cool! Up next, it's Nick Reese from Joyous Wolf, a band Slash praised for being an up and coming band to watch out for. Nick talks about that, the new music they're going to be dropping this year, touring, other rock bands he likes, some European festival dates and more. Keep an eye out on this band! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.slashonline.com/ https://fearless.joyouswolf.com/?ref=https://www.google.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

I'll be honest, one reason I love doing these interviews so much is because you never know who you're going to get to talk to. I've never met Will Hunt officially, but I've been around him and have watched him play. Talking to him about his career and other things was so enjoyable! We talk about the multitude of bands he's played for including - Motley Crue, Tommy Lee's Methods of Mayhem, Dark New Day, BLS and a ton more. Now he's got another band called the Tempest Project. He tells me how that started and some familiar names in it. Oh, he also tells me about a band he's currently in with STP singer Jeff Gutt...that's for starters! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Ben is such a good dude and really talented. This is a fun conversation! On this episode of Talkin' Rock, Ben tells me what's going on in AA's world, why they released an EP, working with Maria Brink from In This Moment on a song called "New Devil" and why they did it, and life in general. He also answered a couple questions from Detroit icon and AA super fan, Karen Newman - and her daughter - and lots more!  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.askingalexandria.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Phil is just one of those guys you meet and feel like you've known him for years. He's so easy to talk to. This is another fun conversation with him, as we talk about his career, a failed audition for a major band, some fun KISS stories, his thoughts on Saigon Kick  and tons more.  His latest project is called Panic Boom. They've actually been together for the better part of 25 years, but they're putting out new material and Phil talks all about it. Their first single is called Revolution, and you can hear it on their site below.  That's just for starters....I hope you enjoy this! -Meltdown- https://www.panicboomband.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

The Saxon front man joins me to talk all things Saxon, and more.  We talk about the upcoming Carpe Diem album - that drops on February 4th, how the pandemic has hit him and the band and how it played into the new record. He tells me about working with Andy Sneap and his thoughts on Judas Priest hitting the road as a four piece band. He also answered a question from That Metal Show host Don Jamieson - that was hysterical - and a funny Chris Jericho story from the road.  That's for starters on this episode of Talkin' Rock! -Meltdown- https://www.saxon747.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Today on the show, two guys with fascinating upbringings. They both tell me about the crazy circles they grew up in, and believe it or not, the struggles they both faced. They talk about the upcoming tour and lots about their rock star lineage.  Kofi and Will are going to be touring later this year, and brining the music of Cream to a whole new audience, and perhaps, some very familiar with it too.  These are two great conversations that I hope you'll enjoy. If you do, toss a 5 star rating on the show! -Meltdown- https://www.musicofcream.com/  https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ 

We kick off 2022 in fine form with the super talented, Nita Strauss. She tells me about her upcoming solo album, the progress made on the new Alice Cooper album, her crazy schedule and the energy she brings on stage..  She answers a question from fellow guitarist, John 5, tells me the most asked questions during her V.I.P. meet and greets, and even talks some NFL.  Nita was so generous with her time, and fun to talk with!  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.nitastrauss.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Just a quick conversation with DL as they gear up to unleash Bad Wolves on the world in 2022.  We talk about the incredible year he's had, working and fitting in with the band, the upcoming tour.....and more! Listen to the end to see who I have on an upcoming episode....enjoy! -Meltdown- https://badwolvesnation.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

What would the Christmas season be without chatting - and hearing a little guitar playing - without Gary Hoey? It would be like last year, and no one wants that again! Gary talks about great venues he's played, participating in Band Camp and doing Master Classes. He gives an update on the upcoming Lita Ford album and lots more.  Then, around the 17:00 mark, it's Soraia lead singer, ZouZou Mansour. She was on the show a few months back and they've done a ton since. She talks about the tour they did and recording on the road. There's a guest on at least one track from their upcoming album, and that's just for starters.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- http://garyhoey.com/ https://www.soraia.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Thanks for checking out Talkin' Rock. Today, it's two interviews I conducted this week on Zoom - you can watch here - but I thought I'd put them in audio form in case you missed them. Up first it's David Draiman from Disturbed. They're working on new music, he tells me about that. Plus, he just did a song with Alice Cooper guitarist, Nita Strauss. He tells me about that experience, and that's just for starters with David. Then, around the 22:52 mark, it's Matt from Trivium. Matt is so much fun to talk and he does more than talk. He pulled out his guitar and played two songs! We talk about the band, working on music, and his thoughts on controlling crowds in wake of the recent concert deaths a couple weeks back. Hope you guys enjoy these interviews! -Meltdown- https://www.disturbed1.com/ https://www.trivium.org/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

So great to have two legendary guitarists on Talkin' Rock. I mean, JB and Ted...are you kidding me?!?! Up first, Joe Bonamassa talks about his latest album, Time Clocks and all that went into that, including where it was recorded. He talks about collaborating with other artists, playing a set during lockdown, living in NYC and lots more. You can catch Joe live at the Fox in Detroit on November 26th for a day-after-Thanksgiving show. Then - around the 13:30 mark -Ted Nugent calls in. Ted tells me about the making of his upcoming album, Detroit Muscle. He answers a question from John 5, talks about his relationship with Kurt Gibson, his recent battle with Covid, the Damn Yankees and TONS more.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://jbonamassa.com/ https://www.tednugent.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Always great to have Frank Bello back on Talkin' Rock!  He's got his new book out, "Fathers, Brothers, And Sons: Surviving Anguish, Abandonment, And Anthrax" and is doing an in-store this Saturday (November 20th) at Rock City Music Company in Livonia, Mi.. On today's interview, he talks about what the band has been up to recently, including some festival gigs and preparing new Anthrax music. We get into his book as he tells me about the death of his brother, growing up after his dad abandoned the family when he was 10, having Gene Simmons write the forward and lots more.  Check out the interview, then make the trek to Rock City on Saturday for the event! -Meltdown- https://www.anthrax.com/ https://rockcitymusicco.com/home https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/

David O'Leary serves as a member of the board of AFSP's Massachusetts Chapter. David has volunteered with the chapter for 25 years, since losing his cousin, Paul O'Leary to suicide in 1995. Starting as emcee of AFSP's Boston Out of the Darkness Walk, David eventually joined the chapter's advisory council, the Board of Directors, serving as Board Chair from 2012 – 2019. Nationally, David serves on AFSP's Chapter Leadership Council, working with chapters nationwide on best practices. David is also the host of the Morning Magic radio program on Magic 106.7FM in Boston. A Boston-area television and radio veteran, he's been seen and heard on the air at PBS, WGBH, WBCN, KISS-108, WAAF and WBOS, as well as Public Television's Channel 2 and Boston's V-66 for close to 40 years. David has also narrated thousands of television and radio commercials, audiobooks, and corporate and industrial films from his home recording studio. His clients include Fidelity Investments, Aetna, FedEx, Carbonite, Expedia, The Boston Ballet, MassMutual, Parexel, PBS, Quest Diagnostics, John Hancock, HealthIQ, and Sony Pictures Sound. A native of suburban Boston, David and his wife Kathy live in Framingham, where they've raised three wonderful children. https://davidoleary.com/ https://twitter.com/davidloleary https://twitter.com/AFSPMA MISSION: Save Lives & Bring Hope to those affected by suicide. NEED HELP? call 800-273-8255 / text 741741 #stopsuicide      

We wrap up the week with another two part Talkin' Rock podcast. Up first, Myles Kennedy talks about the upcoming Slash album, simply titled 4. He talks about how they recorded it live, and very fast. He hints about an epic song on the album, and more about what makes this album different from the last three records. He tells me about being in a band with a guy who is on a rock landscape changing album, and more.  Up next, around the 13:30 mark, it's Sepultura front man, Derrick Green. We talk about his time in the band, the new box set which features the albums from 1998-2009, the pandemic and LOTS more. I've never met of talked with Derrick, but found him really easy to interview and very talkative.  Thanks for listening, enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.slashonline.com/ https://myleskennedy.com/ https://myleskennedy.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

One of the nicest guys in rock is on Talkin' Rock today.  John Cooper joins me today to discuss the upcoming "Dominion" Skillet album, touring, and being an authentic person. We talk about working with Kevin and Kane Churko on the new album and the sound he was looking for as well as the one-word title. He tells me about the latest single and if they'd ever do a Christmas album or not. That's just for starters..... You can watch the interview here - https://wrif.com/2021/11/02/wrif-virtual-rock-room-with-john-cooper-of-skillet/ Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.skillet.com/stg?ref=https://www.google.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Ripper is always welcome on Talkin' Rock. He's a solid dude and an unbelievably talented guy..... Today, we discuss his new Three Tremors album, Guardians Of The Void - which comes out November 5th. He tells me about the cover artwork, He's in so many bands that he has a hard time keeping them straight. We talk about KK's Priest and what's going on with that band. Last week I talked with DL from Bad Wolves. He was in a similar situation of taking over the lead spot in an established band, so I asked him what advice he'd give him. Ronnie James Dio comes up, along with Covid talk, and his thoughts on how the press treats him.  This is a great listen....enjoy! -Meltdown-  https://thethreetremors.com/ https://www.kkspriest.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Two great lead singers, two very nice people! Up first, David Coverdale of Whitesnake talks about releasing 1997's Restless Heart album. It's available now. The box set is really cool. We talk about his retiring from the stage, Jimmy Page, if he has any regrets and new Whitesnake music. He also talks about the passing of Twany Kitaen.  Then, it's Sevendust singer, Lajon (LJ) Witherspoon. It's starts around the 16:30 mark. LJ tells me about getting back on stage and playing some big festivals. How he juggles life as a rock star and a dad. He touches on his solo project, the upcoming tour with Daughtry and Tremonti and more. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/    

It's always a treat to get Jay of The Rival Sons on the show. That band is one of these straight-ahead rock bands that have just burst onto the scene in the past decade.  On this episode, Jay tells me about some of the hiccups they've had on their latest tour revolving around Covid, how far along they are on their new album, what the last year and a half has been like, and that's just for starters. Always a fun conversation! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Nicer people in this business are harder to find. Today on Talkin' Rock, I sit down with the super-talented Chris Daughtry.  We talk about his rise to fame and how he handled it. He tells me about the upcoming tour with Tremonti and Sevendust, releasing an album independently, getting back on stage as after having a long time off, Sammy or Dave and tons more.  Check out his new album, Dearly Beloved and go see him on tour.... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/

Lots to get to on this episode of Talkin' Rock.  Troy Sanders from Mastodon starts us up by talking about the upcoming release of their new album, Hushed and Grim. We talk about using a new producer and the high recommendation he got. He tells me why the album is so long, the unusual bass sound/solo on the TearDrinker song, their views on making videos and LOTS more. Then, around the 22 minute mark, it's Moriah Formica from the band Plush. Their debut album also drops on October 29th. What an interesting and young band! Moriah walks me through how the band was started a mere year and a half ago, covering Heart, how they settled on the band name, and that's just for starters.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Another two for one Talkin' Rock episode.  Up first, it's my friend, Jeff Gutt. The STP front man talks about working with the DeLeo brother's, his four years in the band, and becoming friends with an artist called Rodriguez. Are they working on new music? Has he ever gotten injured on stage? And a very important event he's doing on October 16th called the Out Of The Darkness Walk. You can learn all about that here.  To wrap up the show, it's Vicky Starr from a band called Signal 13. She tells me about the band, their Destination Unknown e.p., their future plans and more. Check them out in the S.E. Michigan area at the Token Lounge on Friday, October 8th. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/

WoW! So excited to share this interview with Tobias Forge from GHOST on today's Talkin' Rock episode.  We talk about his Metallica Enter Sandman cover, the new Hunter's Moon track, if covid sidetracked any Ghost plans, a question from M. Shadows of Avenged Sevenfold and more. Oh, I even speak some Swedish....poorly. Enjoy! Meltdown https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Lots of Rock to cover on this episode.  Danny Worsnop and Asking Alexandria are about to drop their new album, See What's on the Inside. Danny tells me about that, what the goal is with the new record, working through a pandemic, success in the states and more.  Chris Vos and The Record Company drop their new record, Play Loud, next week, October 8th. Chris talks about the album, adding some addition members to play, shooting the video for How High, tons of Bob Seger stories from their tour with him and LOTS more. You can watch the interview here. Wrapping up today's podcast is Jack Underkofler from Dead Poet Society. They're currently out on tour with Bad Flower. We talk about how the band was discovered, the name of the band, their music schooling and much more. You can also watch that interview here.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Lots to get to on this episode of Talkin' Rock. We start with Josh Katz of Badflower. The new album is out and it was done very differently from their last album. We talk about the songs and the topics he writes about. He tells me about his move to Nashville and if that will change his writing or outlook on life. Plus, we talk about three classic albums that came out on this day thirty years ago. Then, it's Waylon Reavis from A Killer's Confession - around the 16 minute mark - as we discuss what's going on with his band, a recent festival they played, working with Chad Gray, Mushroomhead and lots more. Finally, it's James "Murr" Murray from Impractical Jokers. That starts around the 33 minute mark. Murr has a new book out called The Stowaway. He tells me about the book and the process of writing it. Plus, some IJ talk about them getting back on stage, being recognized in public (or not) and much more in this funny conversation.  -Meltdown-  https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

A couple "local" guys make an appearance on the show this week. First up, it's Detroiter John 5. 5 has been in Rob Zombie's band for about 15 years or so. We talk about the killer Zombie album and how fast he did his guitar parts. He tells me about the difference in playing his solo gigs vs. Zombie gigs. His solo album drops on October 29th, he talks about that, small big gigs he's seen, his favorite rock documentaries and lots more! Oh, 5 also talked about this video.  Then, around the 28:30 mark, it's guitarist/singer, Tarek Jafar from The Blue Stones. They're a killer two piece band from Windsor, Ontario. We talk about two piece bands, what success in the states mean to a Canadian band, why they would tour Canada in the winter, and conversation about the latest album, Hidden Gems, among more topics. Really great to talk with Tarek for the first time.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/      

After cancelling last year's tour and just doing a live stream T.S.O. are back for another run of your Christmas favorites.  Guitar virtuoso Joel Hoekstra is up first. We talk about what he's been doing during the pandemic, his various other projects (Whitesnake, Cher, Solo) the Seattle Rock Camp coming up, and lots more.  Then (around the 19 minute mark), it's drummer Jeff Plate. He tells me about his time during the pandemic, his other band, Alta Reign, and the famous T.S.O. rehearsals. He also answers the question of what he thinks founder Paul O'Neill would've been doing during the lockdown, and his thoughts on some of the rockers we've lost recently, including Metal Church vocalist, Mike Howe.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.trans-siberian.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Vinnie is one of the most talented guys I know...period. He's in so many bands, and none are alike.  Today, we talk about his bands, but mostly about his newest band called The Lucid with bassist David Ellefson (Megadeth), guitarist Drew Fortier, and drummer Mike Heller (Fear Factory). He tells me how he joined the band, working through the pandemic, writing the lyrics for the songs and tons more! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://thelucidofficial.bandcamp.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Another two for one podcast today, with a metal legend, and a classic rock guitar hero! Up first it's Randy Blythe. Lamb Of God is currently out on tour and he took some time to call in from the road. I'd never interviewed Randy before, but I found him to be great to talk to. We discussed what it was like to get back on stage and playing a couple live stream events. Plus, the 15th anniversary of Sacrament. What is success for him? I asked him that, as well as how it felt to be 50, what makes him nervous and a little about his photography. Then (around the 20 minute mark) it's guitarist Frank Hannon from Tesla. I've talked to Frank before and he's always a fun conversation. We talked about his battle with Covid, the latest single "Cold Blue Steel" and what that song's about. As well as if he read his bandmates, Brain Wheat's book, Eddie Van Halen and lots more.  Thank for listening! Follow me on the socials at MeltdownWRIF. -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/

This is the second time I've had the pleasure of talking with Tim this year. And just like the first, you can watch it here.  This time around, we talk about his guitar collection, weird bills he's played on, new Rise Against music, touring during a pandemic, the best and worst parts of his 'job' and tons more.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.riseagainst.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Always great to reconnect with John. His new single is out, Cosi Bella (So Beautiful), of course we discuss that, the writing process, cover artwork and how his influences played into it. He tells me his plan moving forward in regards to dropping new music and finally an album. With the 30th anniversary of the Metallica Black album, I asked him his thoughts about working with producer Bob Rock, whom he worked with on the Motley Crue album.  Thant's just for starters....enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.johncorabi.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Another big interview on Talkin' Rock. Nicko McBrain was nice enough to Zoom in and tell be about the new album, Senjetsu, which drops on September 5th. Nicko is a really nice guy and told me about how the album has been finished for two years, some of the writing process, mostly with Steve Harris, and more. He talked about the recent passing of Charlie Watts and Joey Jordison as well..... Then, it's Molly Rennick of the band Living Dead Girl. They dropped their debut album a couple moths back. Why name the band Living Dead Girl? She explains. She talks about her influences, growing up in Canada, making the move to the Sates, her parental support and LOTS more. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.ironmaiden.com/ https://www.mollyrennick.com/living-dead-girl https://www.livingdeadgirl.ca/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Ice Nine Kills is a killer, horror based band from the Northeast of America. Go down a rabbit hole with these guys! I love them. Today, singer/songwriter Spencer Charnas joins me to talk about the upcoming album (which drops mid-October) their most recent releases - one of which they had to get permission from Huey Lewis. We talk about horror movies, their Inked in Blood graphic novel, his upcoming appearance at Astronomicon and TONS more. Really fun conversation. Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://iceninekills.com/ https://www.astronomicon.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

Matt Heafy of Trivium is my guest on Talkin' Rock. We cover a lot of bases in this conversation including the new album, working during a pandemic, rockers we've lost, album cover art, meat cooking tips from pro wrestlers and more....  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.trivium.org/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  

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.

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.