Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show

Jim and Shelli speak with pioneering horror director George Romero See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time ever Jim and Shelli speak with KISS (Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer & Tommy Thayer) all together at the same time live in the studio. Paul and Gene discuss the reasons why they decided to hit the road one last time for their upcoming "End of the Road" farewell world tour. They talk prepping the biggest and most unforgettable KISS show possible so they can go out on top....

Roger Daltrey visited Jim and Shelli to discuss the documentary "Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who" on Nov. 2, 2007. Daltrey talks about the not so great early names considered for The Who, almost getting kicked out of the band...for not taking drugs, acting, and finally coming into his own as a singer. A quick but very revealing listen. Check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the first Zeppelin shows (they transitioned from "The New Yardbirds" to Led Zeppelin over the course of their Oct.- Dec. '68 U.K. tour), today we throw back to Jim Kerr's May '14 interview with Jimmy Page. Page and Kerr discuss the very early days of the band and the first wave of deluxe Led Zeppelin album remasters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

R'N'Roll Hall of Famer Ace Frehley visited Jim and Shelli in advance of his new solo album "Spaceman" (it's out tomorrow, Fri 10/19). Ace discusses the biographical themes of his new songs plus...celebrating 12 years of sobriety, how he creates a guitar solo, a newly restored Avengers: Infinity War scene, snatching up Gene Simmons' solo band, being Gene's "only friend" and much more. This is real...

Bill Burr visits Jim and Shelli in advance of multiple projects- He's headlining MSG on Wed Nov. 7th- get your tickets now! Plus he's part of the upcoming "The Front Runner" (hitting theaters Nov. 6th) and the 3rd season of his Netflix animated show 'F is for Family' is slated for release next month. Bill talks about his college days, paperboy routes, his first first open mic, his early days podca...

Comic legend George Carlin visited Jim and Shelli on Oct. 24, 2007 to discuss his HBO box set "George Carlin: All My Stuff." Carlin talks about the legal aftermath of the "Seven Dirty Words" bit, baseball, how people perceive him to be based on his act and fellow comedians/early influences that made him laugh. This is very cool- listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recognition of the MC5's nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame here's a re-posting of Jim Kerr's recent conversation with MC5 guitarist Wayne Kramer. Jim Kerr and Wayne have a very candid talk about his influential life in rock. Wayne and the band were intensely active in politics during the volatile late '60s and '70s. Wayne openly discusses the mistakes he made and how he paid the pric...

Jim and Shelli welcome back comedian Bobby Collins for the first time since 2008- everyone gets reacquainted! Bobby is hosting a benefit show this Wed. (10/10) at The Cutting Room featuring fellow A-listers Ray Romano, Colin Quinn & Dave Attell. Proceeds go to Zeno Mountain Farm, a great camp for both people with and without special needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the first of our weekly Jim Kerr Throwback Thursday interview series! Brian Johnson visited Jim and Shelli on May 24, 2011 to discuss his autobiography, Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir. Johnson talks about getting the call to audition for AC/DC, plus his love of classic cars and racing. This one is a gem- Have a listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy F. Gibbons joins Jim and Shelli live to talk his brand new solo album "The Big Bad Blues." Billy talks about how the album wasn't even supposed to be recorded! Plus he got a brand new original from an unlikely but very close source. Shelli also coaxes Mr. Gibbons to reveal the truth about his unusual sleeping habits. "The Big Bad Blues" is out on Concord Records now! See omnystudio.com/liste...

Jim Breuer tells Jim and Shelli all about his run as the opener for Metallica on their current tour! He's created a new experience to whip the fans into a frenzy before Metallica strikes the stage. Plus the gang bond over the undeniable scent of Play-Doh. Shelli and Breuer have a side bar about Showtime's 'Billions' and Jacob deGrom's Cy Young Award chances are considered. Jim's next dates for his...

Simple Minds' Jim Kerr drops in on Jim Kerr (of Q104.3) and Shelli Sonstein in advance of the band's 31 date North American tour. Jim talks about the feelings he gets every time he has time to enjoy the city, especially Central Park and St. Patrick's Cathedral. He also recalls meeting an enthusiastic Paul McCartney in the studio as a 19 year old! Simple Minds shows in our area include Bethlehem, P...

Guitarist Joel Hoekstra joins Jim and Shelli live to help make the official on-sale announcement of our 3rd annual Q104.3 Christmas Concerts with Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Nassau Coliseum on December 20th and two shows on the 22nd at the Prudential Center. The shows celebrate 20 years of TSO's Christmas concerts. Joel says we can expect everything that makes the TSO live experience great: the ROCK...

Ann Wilson's new solo album 'Immortal' features her interpreting songs from recently passed legends. Ann chats with Jim and Shelli about the relevance of Leslie Gore's '63 hit 'You Don't Own Me' as well as her "greasy, perverted" take on Cream's 'Politican,' her groovy arrangement of 'Life In The Fast Lane' and her radical decision for Gerry Rafferty's 'Baker Street.' Ann and Shelli also reminisce...

4x Oscar and Tony nominee Ethan Hawke joins Jim & Shelli to discuss his latest film, "Blaze." Unlike most commercial minded biopics, odds are you'll be introduced for the first time to the songs of country singer-songwriter Blaze Foley in "Blaze." The film depicts Foley's freewheeling but turbulent life as a legitimate & influential country music outlaw. Hawke, who directed & co-wrote, says he's d...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer-songwriter, Steve Perry, formerly of Journey, joined Jim and Shelli live in the studio to talk about his first new music in almost 25 years! Perry reveals why he stepped away while at the height of his fame and opens up about the very personal reason he's ended that long silence. Perry also talks about The Sopranos, Journey's Rock Hall induction, covering George H...

Emmy Award winning actor Jeff Daniels joined Jim & Shelli live in studio this morning (8/15) for a revealing conversation about his career and his passions. Jeff opens up about his early days in NYC trying to make it as an actor, as well as giving back to his hometown of Chelsea, MI. Jeff is performing with his son's band, the Ben Daniels Band, tonight (8/15) at the City Winery. Judging by his aco...

Two native Detroiters, Jim Kerr and revolutionary MC5 guitarist Wayne Kramer, share a wide ranging and very personal conversation about Kramer's massively influential life in rock. Kramer unabashedly walked the walk during a time of heavy political upheaval in the late '60s and '70s and more than paid the price for it. What could have been a tragedy turned into a triumph as Jim and Wayne discuss h...

Caroline Hirsch, owner of the iconic comedy nightclub Caroline's on Broadway, visited Jim and Shelli to announce the 15th annual New York Comedy Festival. You can get access to the pre-sale today (Wed 8/8) thru Sun (8/12) using the access code "iHeart." Just a taste of this year's lineup includes Bill Burr, David Cross, Gabriel Iglesias, Tracy Morgan, Marc Maron & Conan O'Brien. Get your tix now!...

In anticipation of his historic 100th performance at Madison Square Garden, Jim Kerr was invited by Billy Joel to his awe inspiring motorcycle showroom & shop, 20th Century Cycles in Oyster Bay, LI. During their conversation Billy recalled the first time he headlined the "World's Most Famous Arena" and what it's like on being on that legendary stage. Billy also discusses his world-class bandmates...

Ken Jeong visits the Jim Kerr Rock and Roll Morning Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian and radio/TV personality ('The Marriage Ref') Tom Papa stopped by to talk about his first book, 'Your Dad Stole My Rake...and Other Family Dilemmas.' Tom hashes out "hating" morning people with Jim and Shelli as well as failing to tolerate the boys dating his daughters, accepting that your hot partner will inevitably age out of their hotness and the pure joys of homemade bread. See omnyst...

Pianist & singer-songwriter Judith Owen and all-star bassist Leland Sklar join Jim & Shelli to discuss Judith's new album "redisCOVERed." Judith talks about the live reactions she's getting from her unique interpretations of the classics on the album, as well as her new hometown of New Orleans, and where she gets the soul in her amazing voice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim chats with The Moody Blues' John Lodge about their recent and long deserved induction into the Rock Hall of Fame. Plus Lodge's new live release 'Live from Birmingham' and the upcoming Cruise to the Edge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.