Laughing Monkey with Shawn Ratches

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In this captivating episode, Prince Stash, an insider with a unique perspective on rock history, takes the stage to correct the inaccuracies presented in the documentary *Catching Fire*, which explores the life of the iconic Anita Pallenberg. Known for her deep ties to the Rolling Stones and her relationship with Brian Jones, Anita has been the subject of countless stories, but as Prince Stash rev...

In this quick but insightful clip, Sonia Anubis reveals the reasons behind her departure from Burning Witches and her exciting move to Cobra Spell. She shares what motivated her to make the change, what attracted her to Cobra Spell, and how this new chapter is shaping her musical journey. Get a glimpse into Sonia’s decision-making process and what fans can expect from her fresh start with Cobra Sp...

Monky Bite - Mini Interview Clip

Munky Bite - Mini Interview Clip

Munky Bite - Mini Interview Clip

Munky Bite - Mini Interview Clip

Steve Albini (1962-2024) was an influential American musician, audio engineer, and record producer known for his work with groundbreaking bands and his distinctive recording style. Born in Pasadena, California, and raised in Montana, Albini became involved in the punk rock scene as a teenager before studying journalism at Northwestern University. Throughout his career, he founded and performed in...

In this compelling and in-depth episode, Rob Affuso, the legendary drummer of Skid Row, offers a fascinating look into his career, his time with one of the most influential hard rock bands of the 80s and 90s, and his complex yet unforgettable relationship with former frontman Sebastian Bach. Rob reflects on the early days of Skid Row and the incredible chemistry that led to their rise in the music...

Former guitarist of Faster Pussycat talks about his years in the band.

In this rare and exclusive interview, Greg Steele, former guitarist of Faster Pussycat, takes us through the band’s history and offers rare insights into the making of their first three albums. He discusses the formation of the band, the struggles, and triumphs they faced during their journey in the gritty '80s and '90s rock scene. We dive into the making of *Faster Pussycat's* self-ti...

Dylan Carlson is an American guitarist, composer, and producer best known as the founder and sole constant member of Earth, one of the most influential bands in experimental heavy music. Formed in Seattle in 1989, Earth helped define drone metal, emphasizing sustained tones, repetition, minimalism, and immense weight through restraint rather than speed. Earth’s early releases—most notably Earth 2:...

Jerry Shirley is a founding member and the rhythmic backbone of Humble Pie, one of the most influential British rock bands to emerge from the late 1960s. Formed in 1969 by Steve Marriott (Small Faces), Peter Frampton, Greg Ridley, and Shirley, Humble Pie blended hard rock, blues, soul, and boogie into a powerful, unpretentious sound that helped define the era’s heavier side of British rock. From t...

Spike (Jonathan Gray) is the unmistakable voice and frontman of The Quireboys, one of Britain’s most enduring and characterful rock ’n’ roll bands. Formed in London in the mid-1980s, The Quireboys emerged from the same gritty pub-rock and glam-soaked scene that fed bands like Hanoi Rocks and The Dogs D’Amour, blending classic Rolling Stones swagger with blues, soul, and hard-earned street romance....

n this episode, I sit down with one of doom’s most influential voices, Scott “Wino” Weinrich, along with his wife and creative partner Sharlee, for an in-depth conversation covering everything they have happening right now and what’s coming next. We dive into The Obsessed's past & ongoing current tour in 2026, how the band is performing, what fans can expect from the setlist, and the renew...

Albert Bouchard isn’t just a drummer — he’s one of the core architects behind Blue Öyster Cult’s most influential era, a songwriter whose creative fingerprints shaped the band’s identity. As a founding member, Albert helped steer BÖC from underground New York rock circles into one of the most inventive hard-rock bands of the 1970s and early ’80s. His approach blended precision, theatricality, and...

In this deep dive conversation with Dweezil Zappa, we explore the creative journey behind his album Via Zammata, one of the most personal and stylistically adventurous projects of his career. Dweezil walks through the origins of the record, the stories behind key songs, and how the music reflects both his own artistic evolution and the influence of his legendary family’s musical legacy. We discuss...

Steve Katz is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer whose career runs through some of the most important corners of 1960s and 1970s rock. Growing up in New York, he gravitated to the Greenwich Village folk scene as a teenager, learning from major figures in the acoustic blues and folk world. That grounding in traditional music gave his playing a strong sense of melody, dynamics,...

ohn McEuen is a Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist, producer, author, and a founding member of the legendary Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, a group that helped bridge bluegrass, folk, and country-rock for mainstream audiences starting in the 1960s. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he has performed thousands of shows, contributed to dozens of albums, and become one of the most influential a...

dUg Pinnick remains one of the most distinctive voices in modern rock and metal, and in this conversation we dig into both his creative present and his long, winding history. We open with his newest work — a brand-new solo album that he’s just wrapped — and the candid way he describes the vibe behind it. Pinnick talks about chasing raw energy, leaning into funk-heavy grooves and hard-rock punch, a...

In this episode we dive into an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation with John Elder Robison, exploring how music and autism intersect in his world. We talk about the ways autistic people experience sound, creativity, patterns, and emotional expression, and how today’s understanding of autism has expanded far beyond old stereotypes. From sensory perception to communication, identity, and the br...

Acid King formed in San Francisco in 1993, led by guitarist and vocalist Lori S. along with bassist Peter Lucas and drummer Joey Osbourne. Their name was inspired by Ricky Kasso — the real-life “Acid King” from the book Say You Love Satan — and it perfectly captured the band’s otherworldly, doom-laden sound. From the start, they stood out in the underground scene for their thick, fuzz-drenched ton...

In this episode, Dweezil Zappa returns to talk about his groundbreaking album Automatic, a record that showcases his evolution as a guitarist, composer, and producer. The album dives deep into modern instrumental rock, blending fierce technical skill with melodic and emotional precision. Dweezil discusses the creative process behind Automatic — how he approached writing and arranging songs that ba...

Rock legend Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo joins Laughingmonkeymusic to talk about his powerful new single “Hard Road” and what fans can expect from the band’s upcoming 2026 tour. Known for his raw energy, unmistakable voice, and hard-hitting attitude, Angry reflects on his decades in rock and the drive that keeps him going strong today. We also talk about how touring has changed, what it’s like to...