Back Stage With Spike

Wow. Episode 100 with so many shining stars like Trey from Sin Seer, artist Ashe Carlock, Joe Little from Braincell, David HK, Adam Hyman, The NZA, Ed Mahalick, Valar Morghulis, Meds from DemonScar, Laura and Angel, live performance from Carmilla! What a blast, loads of laughs, and lots of new info on your favorite artists! Shout Out to Farmacyde!

Once again, I hang with my good friend Toni from Bouncing Betty and the host of Toni's Guitar Hangout! We cover everything from starting a new YouTube channel to keeping a touring band going. We talk guitars, that's what we do. We do some drinking like we always do and share lots of laughs, a must listen episode especially if you're a musician. Intro music by Bullett For My Valentine....

You know him as Hellrazordlx on Twitter, he is my friend Steve! We had a blast covering everything under the sun. We talk about relationships, work, family first, the crazy society we now live in and Steve's passion for cooking. We play some killer songs from Methane, Carmilla and DemonScar. We share our passion for our favorite show M.A.S.H. We play a fun round of The Choose Game and talk abo...

What a blast I had hanging with EZ from Spacegoat! The new Thunder From Down Under! We talked about playing heavy music in the Victoria region of Australia. We talked about the cold weather, the misconceptions of living there and the distance to travel between venues. Lots of laugh and awesome music as EZ tells us about their recording techniques and what it's like gigging with your husband in...

Mischievous behavior and shenanigans once again with Mark, Jim and James from Shocklore! Lots of farts, burps and funny answers. We had a blast talking about the boy's newest video out for No Vacancy. Mark relocates and is building a brand-new studio! We talk about the boys upcoming plans and play lots of Shocklore tracks. Intro music by Braincell. Shout outs to Johnny from Level L.B. Ed Mahal...

I hang out with Vince Stout from Farmacyde. We had a blast talking about his return to the music scene and where he is going to take his music. Vince talks about his influences and the origins of Farmacyde. We also talk about family sometimes just don't get it, recording with electronic drums and acoustic drums. Evil Little Drummer Boy, social media and staying true to yourself. Vince plays Th...

I had the pleasure to sit with the beautiful and talented Emily Glazener from Houston Texas! Emily is the definition of the professional musician; we talk about her original music and her inspiration behind the music. We talk about being a gigging musician and playing the different venues in and around Houston. We have lots of laughs and Emily has some great insight for fellow musicians. We play T...

OMG! What a show. I hang and drink with these two beautiful and crazy girls, Laura and Angel and we cover everything under the sun and under the covers! Dogs, cats, snakes, eating underwear and play a brand new game! We talk about toe photos, running out of booze, the proper beer pour and what a jerk Tommy Lee is! Spike drops a bomb but the girls stop him! Killer tracks by Ratt and Mad Wet Sea int...

It's been a year since I sat with my good friend Logi! We had a blast just like old times taking about what's new with the band. We find out Logi makes his own guitar pedals and makes his own maple syrup! We talk cigars and our preference for indie music over signed bands. As always we can't help talking guitars and equipment! The band is gaining traction and getting lots of radio play...

Chopped up segments from past episodes after the show with John from Bone, the crew from Carmilla, Jessee from Diabology, NZA from DemonScar and Simon from Reckless Velvet along with director Ed Mahalick! All songs played from my guests. Lots of laughs and some awesome insight. Intro music by Tad Morose. Shout Outs to 45-70 Band, Adam Hyman and Trey Saucillo.

Spike sits with Robert from Spungee Goodness! Located in Arizona Robert talks about creating his music, collaborating, recording and producing it! We had lots of laughs talking about social media and living with rattlesnakes! Great story about how Spungee Goodness got its name. We play some killer Heavy Metal tunes from The Goodness and play an awesome round of The Choose Game with lots of insight...

I sit with a true rocker, Christ Steven from Toronto Canada! A true musician's musician and an awesome DJ from Pluto Radio! We had a blast covering all the aspects of being a writing and performing musician. Chris talks about being a radio DJ and what stations are looking for from artists submissions. We talk about Twitter, love it or hate it you need it to get your message out there. We talke...

Artist Ashe Carlock and me have a couple of drinks and talk about life. We talk about inspiration, self-doubt, the dreaded dry spell and banjo music! We talked about how people don't always come through and how to deal with rejection. We get a special visit from The Nza! We play some really awesome music and have a lot of laughs. Intro music by The Lion Within! Shout Outs to Demonscar, Count Tour...

What a great episode with Mr. Simon Daniels from Autograph! I had a blast talking with Simon and remembering all the old clubs from Brooklyn and L.A. from the 80's and 90's! We had a lot of laughs as Simon shared some great stories about growing up in Brazile, coming to L.A. and his early musical accomplishments. He shared some great tips for traveling with your guitar, solving writer's block and...

Wow! What a blast I had with American transplant to Sweden, Tim Scott from Methane! I sit with lead vocalist and bassist of the metal band Methane. We talk about living in Sweden, the food, and customs. Tim talks about the band's origins and touring, recording and favorite equipment. Italian food just isn't the same in Sweden. We play some great tracks just released on their new album and Tim play...

Carmilla from Sweden announces their new drummer! I sit with Hakan, Alena and Ronny The Sound Guy! We have a lot of laughs and talk about rehearsals, recording, stage and studio. We talk about future plans for the band. We drink some beer and talk about old school and new school metal. How to write a song in the middle of the night! Shout Outs to Felix Forsberg, Abby K, L.A. Maybe, Tad Morose Band...

I sit with Dallas Dwight, guitar player for The L.A. Maybe! We had a blast talking about their most recent tour with Steel Panther and what it's like, life on the road. The band has opened for many national acts such as Powerman 5000, Black Label Society, Kiss and many more! Dallas talks about the bands writing and recording process, stage equipment and what it was like playing on The Kiss Cruise....

Trey from Sin Seer once again brings another amazing artist to the show! We had an awesome time talking with Sian Roberts from Sycamore Row! This Angel form England had us mesmerized with her charm, laughter and amazing voice. We talked about the band's plans, social media, the tedium of finding new band members and recording. We also get the newest info on Sin Seer and the beer and wine flows! Bi...

A first time on the show, I hang with the band Grindle just before going on stage at The Brickyard in Knoxville Tennessee. This 3 piece hardcore band is tearing it up down in Tennesse. I had a blast with Tim, John, James and Kassandra. We talked about the crazy schedule these boys set for themselves, recording and what plans they have for 2023! Lots of laughs and we play the bands entire EP! Intro...

What can I say? After hours Hijinx with some of my awesome peeps! I am drunk and rambling while my guests hold it all together! This episode has in order, Fatal Conceit, Occult Fracture and Bovine Nightmares! Music by each artist! Intro music by Carmilla!

I can't get enough of this guy! Nick The NZA from DemonScar sits with me and has many exclusives for you guys! We talk about the band's upcoming show in L.A. at The Whiskey A Go Go! Thanksgiving, concerts, family, kids we cover it all. We have an exclusive track by The Scar not coming out until January, Nick's plans for 2023 and so much more. Lots of laughs guaranteed! Music also by NZA and we pla...

Had me a blast talking with Dennis Reed from This Side Of Anarchy! California punk rocker who is going strong with his original fast paced in your face brand of rock! We talk about being a punk rocker from the 90's, where he came from and where he is going. Lots of laughs and insight. We play several tracks and laugh our asses off. Dennis tells about his graveyard inspiration too. We play The Fast...

What a great Time with Like Savages! I hang with Mike and Mark from Like Savages out of Haverhill Massachusetts! We talk about the band's history, upcoming shows and the meaning behind many of the band's lyrics. We listen to some killer tunes and Mike plays one of the funniest rounds of The Choose Game. Intro music by Agency Panic and shout out to DemonScar!

Wow! What an amazing show with Daniel and Avo from All Taken! I sit with this dynamic duo from Los Angeles California to talk about where they came from, where they've been and where they are going. We talked about recording techniques, social media, what's in a name, videos, and what it's like playing out as a duo. The boys play a killer game of Yes or No and we play some awesome tracks! Intro mu...

Awesome show with Grim from GrimRock out of Pittsburg Pennsylvania. The lovely and talented Ashe Carlock co-hosts the show with Spike. Grim tells us his recording technique, preferred equipment, the Pennsylvania music scene and gives some interesting background to his music. Lots of great music and an awesome round of The Choose Game! Intro music by Like Savages! Shout Out to Bovine Nightmares!