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By 1986, Metallica's assault on the music establishment and eardrums was in full force. Their previous album, Ride The Lightning, had caught the attention of Elektra Records who signed them to an 8 record deal. Though they refused to make videos, weren't on MTV and didn't really release singles, the band gained fans anywhere they played live and through an underground tape trading community. They...

This week Tom & Zeus welcome special guest, the former lead singer of Skid Row and current solo artist and legendary KISS fan, Sebastian Bach. Sebastian Bach is one of rock's preeminent frontman and one of the greatest voices of his generation. However, KISS fans know that his KISS credentials are second to none! Tom & Zeus and Sebastian have a conversation about all things KISS and Sebastian shar...

New music reviews for you PLUS veteran music executive and artist manager who launched the career of Kid Rock “Don’t Want Your Love” ILLENIUM & Ellie Goulding “Vision Blurred” Kaskade, CID & Anabel Englund  “Guessing Games” James and the Cold Gun STEPHEN HUTTON INTERVIEW “Drinkin Crimes” Freddie McClendon “ACE UP”  Bubajuice (Beat thrillerz remix) “XTC”  Cloonee & Jocelyn Enriquez  “You Got To Los...

Roddy Bottum is one of the founders and keyboardist of the iconic band Faith No More. In his memoir, The Royal We, Roddy shares his coming-of-age and out-of-the-closet stories in a pre-tech-boom San Francisco. He joins our podcast to chat about the bands, his upbringing, his addictions, and how he managed to survive it all with a sense of humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Join host Jesse Jackson on a new episode of 'Set Lusting Bruce' as he steps off the Bruce train for a chat with rock journalist Martin Popoff. Together, they delve into Popoff's latest book, 'KISS 76: 12 Months that Define the Hottest Band in the Land.' The episode covers KISS’s massive year in 1976, including iconic tours, releases, and cultural impact. Martin also shares his journey from heavy m...

Support Life and Music (S.L.A.M.) is a nonprofit committed to fighting musician self-destruction and exposing the real struggles artists face. Founder Jack Mangan joins Metal Mayhem ROC to explain how S.L.A.M. confronts the harsh realities of life in music through outreach, weekly survival-guide conversations, a growing resource network, and research-driven efforts focused on mental-health and add...

In Episode 347 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores the intriguing phenomenon of major bands like Rush, Iron Maiden, and Nirvana whose beloved early albums—often packed with staple songs and fan favorites—surprisingly underperformed commercially compared to their later multi-platinum successes. Rush – “Finding My Way” Iron Maiden – “Phantom of the Opera” Cheap Trick – “Hot...

EPYSODE 71: Story, by Honeybus. Guest: Honeybus guitarist Colin Hare. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we drop the needle on Story, the lone and luminous album from Honeybus, a band forever linked to one perfect song, yet capable of so much more. Blending baroque pop, pastoral psychedelia, and late-’60s studio ambition, Story captures a moment when British pop was quietly shifting g...

On this episode of the Songfacts Podcast, host Stephanie R. Myers sits down with Wolfgang Van Halen — the musician, songwriter, and driving force behind Mammoth — to talk about his new album The End. Already being celebrated as his most confident and cohesive work yet, The End finds Wolf refining his sound and stakes in a way that feels like a real artistic milestone. We dig into how the record ca...

On the 73rd Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom & Zeus welcome back special guest, the host of the Busted Open Radio on Sirius XM and Shout It Out Loudcast Hall Of Famer, Dave LaGreca, to review the 1981 classic ACDC album "For Those About To Rock We Salute You." ACDC was just coming off their major breakthrough album Back In Black with their classic lineup of new singer...

Season 8, Episode 162 In the season premiere episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1959 jazz classic, “Mack the Knife,” performed by Bobby Darin and written by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht (with English lyrics by Marc Blitzstein) for the musical, The Threepenny Opera. “Mack the Knife” by Bobby Darin (from the album That's All) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon...

In Episode 346 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin traces the parallel career arcs of Kate Bush and Peter Gabriel, comparing their conservative early albums, synchronized creative peaks, shared technologies and collaborators, commercial high points, and eventual semi-retirement marked by long gaps, home studios, and artistic mystique. Peter Gabriel – “Modern Love” Kate Bush – “Deli...

This week, we tip our hats to the trailblazing all (or mostly) girl bands of alternative rock. Speaking of the trailblazers, today’s ceremonial Third Lad certainly is one. As a musician and songwriter, Genny Schorr (aka Genny Body) was a member of one of the first mostly female punk bands in LA, Backstage Pass, along with past O3L guest Marina Muhlfriedel (aka Marina Del Rey), Joanna Spock Dean, a...

This week LC & Bakko talk about Buzzballz, the possible return of Ozzfest. M3 announces it's 2026 lineup. Poison preps for the vaunted 41st anniversary tour. Dope sues Dope. Tom Morello invades Minneapolis. Mick Mars goes away mad and more. Links to the Official Cobras & Fire Playlist! All formats. (2000+ songs, 10+ years of shows) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tidal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In Episode 345 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores surprisingly famous rock stars across metal, prog, and punkrock who—despite major influence, acclaim, and ticket-selling power—never earned a single U.S. gold record. Scorpions – “Top of the Bill” Status Quo – “Down Down” Porcupine Tree – “Shallow” The Replacements – “I Don’t Know” Motörhead – “(Don’t Need) Religion” Learn...

As Mardi Gras approaches, what better way to celebrate than by diving into the rich musical heritage of one of New Orleans' favorite sons? In this week’s episode, we explore one of the city’s most iconic musicians, Dr. John, and his classic track, "I Walk on Gilded Splinters". Released in 1968, this song is a perfect example of the unique blend of voodoo culture and psychedelic sound that characte...

consequence.net's article about the Best Riffs of the 2000s, up to the quarter-mile marker, set in motion a series of discussions, leading to this week's episode of the podcast! The article sets out forth 70 songs/bands, but being the boys they are, The Imbalanced Ones chose to do the Top 50! There's some discussion, and disagreement, leading to tons of great musical exploration! Add your two cent...

This week on Geekwire, we dig into some big movement in the hard rock and metal world as Skid Row teams up with Sweetwater for a worldwide search for a brand-new singer — and yes, anyone with the pipes can throw their hat in the ring. We also hit comments from Slash, who explains how the Guns N' Roses recording process has always worked as a democracy behind the scenes, plus tour news as W.A.S.P....

By 1986, Ozzy Osbourne already had the reputation as the Mad Man of Metal. Since his departure from Black Sabbath, he'd created a whole new act that was very successful thanks to his wife and manager Sharon (Arden) Osbourne and the talented musicians she got to play & record with him. After a string of multi-platinum solo records in the US, you'd figure that Ozzy was on top of the world and ready...

This week Tom & Zeus review the 1992 Revenge Tour which was in support of their 16th studio album, Revenge. This is SIOL's 12th KISS tour reviewed. Revenge was released on May 19, 1992 and the tour began on April 23, 1992 in San Francisco in a club and ended December 20, 1992 This is known as the Revenge Era lineup. New Drummer Eric Singer joins KISS after the tragic death of beloved drummer, Eric...

Spice up your Valentine's Day weekend with six proverbial vials of Love Potion No. 9...it's a brand new O3L Weekend Six Pack! This "show within the show" spotlights six new songs that we think you need in your life! Brett chats with the wildly talented brothers Matheus and Thiago Khouri from Brazil's Banda AL9. Over the past few years, Banda AL9 has earned millions of social media followers, strea...

John Corabi joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss his solo album New Day, arriving April 24, and the creative mindset behind the record. Best known for his work with Mötley Crüe, The Scream, Union, and The Dead Daisies, Corabi reflects on where he stands after four decades in rock and roll. In this conversation, Corabi breaks down approaching New Day as a true solo statement, writing alongside longtim...

“The Bird”  Morris Day and the Time "Confusion (Pump Panel Reconstruction Mix)"  New Order “Forsaken”  David Draiman of Disturbed #1 Crush"  Garbage “Don’t You (Forget about me)” Simple Minds "Afro Kiss (CONTACT Refix)"  Prince Vs Yolando Be Cool  “After Dark”  Tito n Tarantula "Pray For Me (BPM Supreme Twerk Remix)"  The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar “A Girl Like You”  Edwyn Collins  "Pursuit Of Happine...

ABOUT MATT BISSONETTE: Matt Bissonette is an accomplished American bass player and vocalist, renowned for his versatility across genres such as jazz, rock, and fusion. Born on July 25, 1961, in Detroit, Michigan, he was raised in a musically inclined family in Warren, Michigan. His father, Bud, was a drummer, his mother, Phyllis, played piano and vibraphone, and his brother, Gregg Bissonette, is a...

We at What Difference Does It Make love love and what better way to say it, than with a song from the 80s? We discuss a number of our favorites that make us feel all warm inside. Happy Valentine's (and Gal-entine's) Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices