Dean Delray's LET THERE BE TALK

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK the great Brian Slagel Founder and CEO of Metal Blade Records stops back by to talk about his brand new book "FOR THE SAKE OF HEAVINESS THE HISTORY OF METAL BLADE RECORDS" Brian and i get way into some great Heavy Metal talk including the early days of METALLICA,SLAYER and MERCYFUL FATE. We also talk about Satanic Music,NYC vs Los Angeles,Metal Musicians and...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my friend Comedian Nick Thune stops by and we get into some Stand Up Comedy talk. Nick is a old friend and i have been wanting him on the show for years so it was so good to have him on. Nick talks about his Writing Process,Acting,French Bulldogs and of course Music. Nick has been on The Tonight Show 8 times doing Stand Up so make sure you check him out on Y...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK the great Steve Howey stops by and talks about season 8 of Shameless premiering Nov 5th on Showtime. Steve and I also get into his audition process,what it's like to do frontal nude scenes and of course Sons of Anarchy. Do not miss this great episode brought to you by https://www.elcajonharley.com  your 1 stop motorcycle shop and Saint Cross Jeweler your sho...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is the great Jim Bogios drummer/band member of the Counting Crows. Before Jim joined the Counting Crows he was a full on Drummer for Hire playing with some of the biggest acts in the music biz including Sheryl Crow,Dixie Chicks,Stevie Nicks and Ben Folds. Jim also played on my debut solo record Lone Mountain Serenade. Catch Counting Crows out on tou...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is Wes Borland Guitarist/Songwriter for Limp Bizkit,Big Dumb Face and Black Light Burns. Wes has been working on all kinds of amazing music projects over the last year from his new home in Detroit. This conversation is a honest look into Wes's life in music for the last 20 something years. We also talk about his brand new solo record Crystal Machete...

Today's episode comes to you from NEW YORK CITY with my guest comedian/host of The Bon Fire Mr Dan Soder. Dan stops by and we talk about our love of Stand Up Comedy and Music especially our love of Queens Of The Stone Age. Dan is a fantastic Stand Up Comedian who tours all over the US. Dan also is the Co-Host of the great Sirius Radio show The Bon Fire on Comedy Central Radio 95 every Monday thru...

If you ever wondered how i got my start into Rock N Roll this episode is gonna answer that question. My guest today is Tom Gaffey Founder and General Manager of The Phoenix Theater in Petaluma California the very place i discovered Live Rock N Roll on a club level. Sure i had seen concerts before stumbling into the Phoenix back in 1980 but this was something entirely new. It was up close in your f...

Today on LET THERE BE TALK my guest is the great Stephen McSwain Head designer and luthier of McSwain Guitars out of Portland Oregon. Stephen and I sit down and talk about what it's like to build handmade guitars in America for the last 20 years. Stephen and i also discuss his recent relocation to Portland Oregon and what kind of adjustments he had to make in life to follow his dream. Stephen has...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is 1 of my Favorite new bands GRETA VAN FLEET. These guys are absolutely tearing up the ROCK N ROLL world with there brand new EP Black Smoke Rising. Ever since i heard this band i have been telling everyone i can about them and you should do the same. Lets spread the world old school grass roots style. Tune in and hear this bands incredible story a...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is the great Slim Jim Phantom drummer for The Stray Cats and Author of the book A Stray Cat Struts. In the 80's The Stray Cats absolutely exploded onto the scene with a kick ass Rockabilly Sound and Look. The song writing was fantastic and the live shows were next level. Sit back and enjoy Slim Jim's stories all about the early days of The Stray Cat...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my dream guest Nikki Sixx stops by and talks about all things Nikki Sixx. Do yourself a favor and throw some Mötley Crüe on the turntable right after listening 2 this episode and remind yourself just how fucking good they are. I hope you guys all enjoy this episode as much as i enjoyed recording it. Follow Nikki on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nikk...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is "THE PITBULL OF COMEDY' Mr Bobby Slayton. Bobby is a absolute Legend in Stand Up Comedy and a early pioneer in the Rant/Angry Comedy stylings influencing many many comedians that you love today. Like myself Bobby is a absolute Music Lover and we talk all kinds of rock n roll as well as comedy. Later this year Bobby will be in the new Woody Allen...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is comedian Keith Robinson. Keith started doing Stand Up in Philly over 30 years ago and is one of the all time best in the game. Tune in today and hear his amazing story and also go see Keith weekly at the Comedy Cellar in NYC. Keith will be shooting his new 1 Hour Special soon so stay tuned. Also follow Keith on Twitter at  https://twitter.com/1ke...

Today's episode of Let There Be Talk will be a "Handmade Edition" with my guest Eric Goldstein Owner of the incredible Denim shop in NYC called JEAN SHOP. I met Eric back in 2005 at his shop and fell in love with his Denim and Leather goods  immediately. Eric built his Denim company from the ground up and today JEAN SHOP is known as one of the best Denim lines in the US. For all the listeners of t...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest Nita Strauss known for tearing up the stage on lead guitar for the legend himself Alice Cooper returns to the show to talk all about her brand new ALL FEMALE Heavy Metal group WE START WARS. Do not miss this great episode. Hear Nita talk about how she put together her new band and what else is going on in the world of Nita.  

Today on LET THERE BE TALK its another Handmade edition with my guest Steve Rose - Rock N Roll Photographer. Working as a Bank Teller Steve was robbed at gun point making him reconsider his line of work and leading him into a whole new career. In just a few short years Steve has become on of the top Rock N Roll Photographers on the LA Live Concert scene. Listen to his amazing story here on LTBT. T...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK Erik Turner lead guitarist for the 80's Rock n Roll band Warrant stops by and talks about Hollywood in the 80's,Record Deals,Red Wine and or course Cherry Pie. Erik and the band Warrant have a brand new record out called Louder Harder Faster available right now on iTunes and they will be touring all summer in the US. Do not miss this episode  Brought to you...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK it's another "Handmade" edition with my guest Marco Gerace owner of TLG AUTO Marco is a Porsche Mechanic who specializes in the Porsche 911 world and is the perfect guest 2 have on to explain the ins and outs of the Porsche 911 model. If you ever wanted 2 buy a 911 and weren't quite sure what model or year to get or maybe you just want to hear a great story...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is Mr Rock n Roll himself Jesse Hughes aka Boots Electric - Lead Singer/Guitarist for Eagles of Death Metal. Do not miss this full blown rock n roll episode.  

Today is another "HANDMADE" Edition of LET THERE BE TALK with my guest Gabriel Currie owner/builder of Echopark Guitars. Gabriel has been building handmade guitars for the stars right in Los Angeles up until last month when he packed up the shop and moved to Detroit. Gabriel's guitar are played by some of the best in the ROCK N ROLL world including Joe Perry- Brad Whitford- Josh Homme- Dave Catchi...

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is the Bass Guitar God Mr Mike Inez. Not only is Mike amazing on the Bass guitar he is also the nicest guy in Rock n Roll. Mike stops by and talks about his life in Rock n Roll including how he ended up in OZZY'S band,What it was like to play with the band Heart and of course his main gig for all these years the amazing Alice in Chains. Do not miss...

On today's Let There Be Talk "B*TCHIN" edition Michael and I Discuss our love for the great Allman Brothers Band. This is a Celebration of the music that Gregg, Duane and the Boys made over the years. Enjoy R.I.P. GREGG ALLMAN

On today's episode of LET THERE BE TALK a Rock n Roll legend Mr Sebastian Bach stops by and talks about all things ROCK N ROLL. Sebastian was the lead singer for the hugely successful band SKID ROW selling more than 20 million records worldwide. Sebastian has a brand new book out called 18 and Life on Skid Row and he also has many solo records out available on iTunes  Do not miss him out on tour i...

Today on LET THERE BE TALK my guest is Jay Buchanan Singer Songwriter for the Rival Sons Jay returns to the show and talks about how much has changed in the last 4 years since he was last on LTBT. This episode was recorded in Columbus Ohio at the ROCK ON THE RANGE Festival. Candles Lit   

Today we lost one of the greatest Singer/Songwriters of all time. I will never forget this man. R.I.P. CHRIS CORNELL