Kettle Whistle Radio

How long does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop? Good indie films work the same way- A slow buzzing build to a possible crescendo of popularity! Or maybe, you just take a damn bite! Soundtrack Engineer and Musician, Chris Carbone joins later on for a talk on the independently funded and created IRON LUNG horror film and its apparent success. In the background feel as though you are iso...

Damned by the Night are not only a horror punk band out of Vegas, but also a homerun for Kettle Whistle Radio! Get ready for aggressively paced monster-themed rock music! Lead vocalist, guitarist, Josh Tussinger loosens the veil for us, elaborating on the punk rock scene currently in Sin City, wielding some great Rock n 'Roll a 'la Misfits/Calabrese-style in the process. Opening up with 2024's rel...

Mix the psychodrama of Bret Easton Ellis, with a dash of the macabre of H.P. Lovecraft, and sprinkle in the style of Bram Stoker and you maaay... have tapped into the mind of horror author David Musser. A dangerous spelunking it is indeed to delve into this hilariously entertaining soul that is dying to cut you... a new crack in your imagination! From the music behind his creations, to the sardoni...

Going back to basics with another concert review, Heather Taddy joins us. Enjoy an after-concert experience with Dave & Taddy sharing their views on Gary Numan live in concert recently as they caught him on his 2026 tour. The classic synth composer, and one of the original creators of dark wave music, Gary Numan has influenced thousands of artists including Trent Reznor, featuring a live, heavy-as...

Back IN-STUDIO for old school KWR! Nicholas Scott and Nate Karger, the dynamically prog-metal duo join Jess and David to discuss their emotionally charged band, Wake The Giant. In their own words, they are "Hell-bent on blowing your mind" with their musical debut. From Porcupine Tree to Mr. Bungle, the progressively experi-METAL sounds and lyrics will keep you focused on questioning- what colorful...

Finding inspiration in the artistic community of her home in the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania and delving into history rich in Vikings and Norwegian mythology Tiffany Apan, writer, actress, musician and now podcaster, not only brings her music to light, but this conversation is about inspiration with a spark in the dark. Providing a new angle in the arts and how they affect us daily, Tiff...

Andrea Volpato ignites the room wherever he may roam, and as he states this "hang" disguised as an interview (we are good) opens realms of emotions behind the song writing process. Songs like "Lay Down" and "Left Behind" scratch the surface that we so penetrate to bring the musician's marvelous talents to the forefront. Be inspired! Listen to the thoughts behind modern day rock in the form of "sho...

It is the return of Dave & Dave discussing Cryptids and Conspiracies! The Dogman legend of The Land Between the Lakes of KY and TN is in question tonight while we delve into the heart of the monster cryptid of modern-day storytelling and could it be a legion of these vile beasts that are behind the many killings and unexplained disappearances in that cursed ground?! Music by Tony Rust and the Mudh...

First there was Beatlemania, then Strawberry Fields; both amazing Beatle cover bands and two of the best and only next to THE FAB FOUR! Straight outta' Vegas and coming to a town near you, it is the most fantabulous time you'll ever have, if you missed the Beatles in their prime! From Liverpool to Sacramento, these four musicians assembled an amazing characterization as well as musical performance...

Another year, another beer. Join Jess and Dave, not-recapping but definitely playing some new music and even hosting some festive call-ins, from Buffalo Chip and his P-Ditty issues to Jimmy Jigsaw's Wishlist. Talk on Welcome to Derry and Good Boy. Music and info on upcoming guests like Wake the Giant, Violet Blend and Painted Vein. Thank Father Christmas, that musician, Tiffany Apan brings seasona...

Ever wonder where all those creepy tones, spine shaking rattles and sudden chilling breezes from black alleyways resonate from? Inspired from splatter films and industrial bands that were quaking your local punk club, Hemwick is here, haunting the Burgh, influencing movie makers and musicians alike. Chris Carbone, the sound engineer, musician and soundtrack designer is a sonic wielder of the macab...

The pounding energy cog behind the rhythm section of the notoriously dangerous metal band of outlaws, Texas Hippie Coalition, Joey Mandigo joins Dave & Erika for an uplifting "hang" disguised as an interview 😊. Crazy good tales of the road, fans and songwriting, fused with Madigo's compelling charm will entice any music enthusiast to not only check out a live set but also become a part of the Tex...

Join David Fairhead and actor/writer/musician, Solon Tsangaras as they meet iconic rock musician/songwriter Randy Jackson of the hugely influential and classic rock band ZEBRA! Meet the man behind the hits "Tell Me What you Want," "Who's Behind the Door," and "WHY". Of course, Solon brings the laughs as we revisit a piece of musical nostalgia and the timeless voice that created it! Learn more abou...

Seven irreverent characters, reeking feverishly of the seven deadly sins, walk into a bar... Where is this going? Why, the symposium at the end of our time here on Earth, that's where!! Horror author London Blue shines a very bright light as well as an impending dim shimmer of brimstone in her book THE LAST CALL that she co-wrote with author David R. Musser. Meet Asher, their host/bartender who pr...

Blues rock has a new name- Piper and the Hard Times out of Nashville grace us with their beautifully soulful brand of funky party music fused with soul and full of story that reminds us where the lifeblood of blues derives from! Whether it is a homestyle storyteller like "Those Days," that strikes a nerve or a bass banging romp like "Cowboy Gucci" that makes your boots stomp, Al "Piper" Green, Dav...

Director Todd "Killer" Wolfson is back with his first feature length film, BATSHIT! Share laughs, mischief, and violent scares as we follow Felix, an ordinary guy down on his luck who accidentally takes a hallucinogenic pill instead of his prescription; and then hilarious mayhem ensues through an ambitious assortment of practical effects, Claymation, stop-motion and even a Kaju Monster destructo -...

Is there more of an enchantment than a curse surrounding the awe-inspiring Robert the Doll? Forget what you think about "cursed" items and listen in on our in-depth interview with the "doll tender" himself, David L. Sloan as he unravels the mystery behind the famous doll that has captivated the attention of millions of paranormal seekers and celebrities all over the world. Founding Phantom Press I...

Ozzy was ours. Then the world found him. Here we have memories adorned with metal moments and nostalgia surrounding a tribute to our fallen soldier, the Prince of (Metal) Darkness himself, Ozzy Ozborne! We share private stories about what the man meant to us and how he shaped the outlook of music and how impressionable Ozzy's lyrics were while he humorously infected us with positivity in our every...

Southern Gothic band Bonnie & the Mere Mortals are a powerhouse combo of rockin' classic country rock and synthwave reverb combined with hooks so tasty that you feel like you're revisiting territory you'll find familiar but with a new shade of genre- bend that pulls you in and enthralls your nervous system with passionate curiosity. What amazing talent composes this shoegaze beast? Discover it her...

Got conspiracy? Need company? Dave & the other Dave discuss the things that go bump in their brains. Giant Spiders and Time Travel. Creepy theories are presented around the Congolese J'BA OFFI, or giant goddamn spiders, amid intense theories and facts on the time traveling- Mad Mike Marcum. Radio host Art Bell presented the case of the brilliantly brave pirate of the sky, Mad Mike Marcum and his h...

Before becoming the indie horror director icon of films like Lachrymose Primrose, Blood on the Reel, Tablet of Tales and the Film Noir favorite, Noctambulist, J.D. Ellenberger cut his passionate incisors on music. Today we focus on Johnny Daggers, his AlterEgo, the dark gothic composer and musician that brought about projects like the ambient THE SOUNDTRACK KILLERS, the aggressive hardcore of Blac...

A huge thank you to Jason Kowalski (drummer), one of the founding members of the highly influential, viscerally contagious November 17. Co-founder, Jason made this interview possible by bringing the other founding member Chris Cannella to the plate. N17 has been a catalyst to the crust or formation to so many other metal, industrial rock, and death metal bands that found their passion because of t...

Right out of the gates, Shadows of a Silhouette grabbed us in their firm Rock N'Roll hands, then shook us and made it clear that they were going to take on the world with a power-grip of songs that not only turn your head but enforce their potential on the highly anticipated upcoming debut LP, "For Those that know". Sincerity and intensity beckon the listener from the opening of "No Matter Where I...

Dandy and Dawn (of the Fizz Fuzz) brown return with their new band, Lorquins Admiral, a melodic, sometimes heavy, always beautiful rock band featuring the talents of bands like Kyuss, Luna Sol, Yawning Sons, Afghan Wigs, Hermano and Sons of Alpha Centauri. Erika and Dave discuss the making of this classic album, tour plans, sound design and the writing behind this band that was inspired by 90's ba...

Splatterpunk Award Nominee, Senior Columnist of Memento Mori Ink and folk horror author, Thomas R. Clark provides renewed fear and passion in the realm of horror, beckoning you to quickly bolt your doors shut after you kill your nightlights. His curated collection, We Are 13 is robust with druids, witches, werewolves, bogeymen and creatures ripped from history, yet spawned fresh from the creepy pa...