Metal From The Inside

On Episode 32 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , highly esteemed hard rock and heavy metal photographer, Mark Weiss , calls in to discuss his first photo book released in June of 2020: ‘ The Decade That Rocked .’ After getting his start by sneaking his camera into live shows in the late ‘70s (shooting bands like KISS , Aerosmith , and Alice Cooper ), Mark become the mainstay photographer at Ci...

On Episode 31 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , Sydney is joined by exemplary hard rock and heavy metal drummer, Vinny Appice . During this hour-long conversation, Vinny details the work on his most recent projects including progress on the third Last In Line record, and the release of Joel Hoekstra 13 ’s ‘ Running Games .’ Vinny opens up about working on the iconic record, Dio 's ' Holy Dive...

On Episode 30 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , Sydney is joined by notable author and music journalist, Martin Popoff . Most known for his work as the co-founder of the hard rock and heavy metal magazine ' Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles ', Martin has had quite a successful career in the music industry over the years: including publishing over ninety books, conducting over 1,700 (now trans...

On Episode 29 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , one of hard rock and heavy metal's most iconic musicians calls in; legendary guitarist Michael Schenker . Throughout this memorable interview, Sydney chats with Michael about the inspiration and process behind the Michael Schenker Group 's brand new record ‘ Immortal ’ set for release via Nuclear Blast Records on January 29th, the stories behind...

On Episode 28 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , Sydney is joined by the " King Of Dreams " himself, renowned melodic hard rock vocalist Joe Lynn Turner . Most known for his work with Rainbow , Deep Purple , Yngwie Malmsteen , Mother's Army , and many others, Joe calls in to chat about everything he's been up to throughout the course of the pandemic both personally and creatively. Joe and Sydn...

On Episode 27 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , Calico Cooper of Beasto Blanco joins Sydney to talk about all things Beasto Blanco including the details surrounding their new album, the follow-up to 2019's ' We Are ', currently in the works. The two dive into a fun conversation discussing Calico 's background as the daughter of shock rocker Alice Cooper , how her unique childhood affected her...

On Episode 26 of the Metal From The Inside Podcast , Sydney rings in 2021 as Brian Wheat , bassist for the hard rock band Tesla , calls in to discuss his brand new autobiography ' Son Of A Milkman .' The two discuss Brian 's love for The Beatles and Paul McCartney , Tesla 's first trip to London, the beginnings of his friendship with Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott , as well as Brian 's process o...

On Episode 25 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney interviews two bands on this first dual episode and final episode of the year: The Loyal Order and In Theory . In Part 1 of this week's episode, Sydney is joined by Jeff Buehner and Brandon Cook of the heavy metal band, The Loyal Order . The trio chats about the process of getting the group together, joining forces with EMP Label Group ( D...

On Episode 24 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney sits down with guitarist Mitch Perry ( The Sweet , Graham Nash , Edgar Winter , McAuley Schenker Group ) to chat about The Mitch Perry Group 's debut record ' Music Box .' The pair discuss the process of getting the group together and the approach the band took while recording the record, the release of the band's most recent video for " S...

On Episode 23 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, guitarist Reb Beach ( Winger , Whitesnake , Black Swan ) calls in to discuss the release of his brand new instrumental solo record, ' A View From The Inside .' Along with discussing the process behind writing and recording the brand new record (available now), Sydney and Reb also chat about Reb 's role in the recent supergroup Black Swan , him an...

On Episode 22 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney shares her Top 20 Alice Cooper songs as well as some (honorable mentions) in honor of Eddie Trunk’s Top 20 segment on #TrunkNation! Sydney is also joined by legendary guitarist Damon Johnson , known for his time in Alice Cooper as well as Thin Lizzy and Black Star Riders . The two speak about the passing of Eddie Van Halen and Eddie ’s maj...

On Episode 21 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney chats with the only and only Robin McAuley ; vocalist for bands such as McAuley Schenker Group , Michael Schenker Fest , Black Swan , and Raiding The Rock Vault . Sydney and Robin sit down to discuss all things Black Swan including the band’s debut record ‘ Shake The World ’ released back in February, Robin ’s over thirty-year career in th...

On Episode 20 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney speaks with the fretless monster himself, Tony Franklin , a bass virtuoso who has played with bands such as The Firm , Blue Murder , Whitesnake , and many more. The pair speak about Tony 's beginnings with traditional bass as well as the fretless bass, his recent cover of Deep Purple 's ' Stormbringer ' with Joel Hoekstra , Virgil Donati ,...

On Episode 19 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney hops on the mic to discuss the 40th anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne 's debut solo record ' Blizzard of Ozz ' as well as the 20th anniversary of the greatest rock 'n' roll film out there - Almost Famous . The brand new documentary film on the Prince of Darkness, ' The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne ', premiered on A&E Labor Day Weekend, tying...

On Episode 18 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney has a brand new interview for you with frontman and vocalist of Burning Rain , Kingdom Come , and more - Keith St. John . Sydney and Keith chat about the upcoming Kingdom Come livestream happening on September 5th, the progress on Keith 's upcoming solo record, the art of original vinyl records, as well as the never-before-heard band Big T...

On Episode 17 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney brings you an interview with guitarist Kane Roberts , a solo artist as well as co-writer and player on Alice Cooper 's ' Constrictor ' (1986) and ' Raise Your Fist And Yell ' (1987). Sydney and Kane chat about Kane 's early days in the music industry, his influences as a player, what it was like writing with Alice as well as being Music Di...

On Episode 16 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney digs into the Metal From The Inside archives to bring you an interview with guitarist Craig Goldy of bands Rough Cutt , Giuffria , and Dio , as well as Dio Disciples . Recorded backstage at a Dio Disciples show on the Dio Returns tour in June of 2019, the pair discuss the purpose behind Dio Disciples as well as the real intent of the contr...

On Episode 15 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney reunites with renowned hard rock and heavy metal bassist Rudy Sarzo . Known for his work with Quiet Riot , Ozzy Osbourne , Whitesnake , Dio , and most recently The Guess Who - Rudy is without a doubt one of rock's most versatile assets. Over two years since their last interview, the pair discuss what's being going on for Rudy during quaran...

On Episode 14 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney gets you up to date on everything happening in the rock and metal world including the brand new #LetTheMusicPlay campaign, the announcement of David Ellefson 's forthcoming covers record, David Lee Roth changing his name to "El Roth", new music from Halestorm in the future, and so much more. Joining Sydney on this week's episode is radio p...

On Episode 13 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney fills you in on everything going on this week in the hard rock and heavy metal world including Doro Pesch's very first 'drive-in' concert in Germany this past Friday, the announcement of a possible Lemmy biopic, Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme's recent tale of during down a gig with Ozzy Osbourne in 1994, and more. Sydney's guest on this week'...

On Episode 12 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney is joined by Joel Hoekstra, guitarist in bands like Whitesnake , Cher , Trans-Siberian Orchestra , and his very own project, Joel Hoekstra's 13 ! The pair speak about the progress on the second Joel Hoekstra's 13 record (the follow-up to 2015's ' Dying To Live ') featuring musicians such as Vinny Appice and Tony Franklin , Joel 's journey...

On Episode 11 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney sits down with photographer and videographer for bands like Poison , Cheap Trick , KISS , and more, Tammy Vega . The pair talk about what it takes to have a career in the music industry, including a positive mindset, passion, and a willingness to go after your calling, as well as how Tammy discovered her own passion for photography, how sh...

On Episode 10 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney speaks about the anniversary of Queensrÿch e's iconic concept album ' Operation: Mindcrime ' and the sudden passing of Bad Company and Ted Nugent frontman, Brian Howe . Joining Sydney on this week's episode is vocalist and keyboardist of bands Animal Drive , Dirty Shirley , and more, Dino Jelusick . The two chat about the debut Dirty Shirl...

On Episode 9 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney discusses the annual M3 Rock Festival (now rescheduled for September 4th - 6th) and records that are a MUST listen during quarantine! She also sits down with her close friend and bassist for Philly band Oblivion Her Majesty , Rachel Bello . The pair discuss growing up in the modern age with a love for hard rock and metal, how Rachel got her...

On Episode 8 of the Metal From The Inside podcast, Sydney dedicates this week's episode to rock and roll and NYC's beloved Jimmy Webb , who tragically passed away this week at the age of 62. Sydney also discusses this week's iconic releases (4/13 - 4/19). Joining Sydney on this week's podcast is Alice Cooper Band guitarist and solo artist Ryan Roxie . The pair discuss Ryan 's latest 2019 solo rele...