The Eddie Trunk Podcast

Legendary singer Paul Rodgers joins Eddie Trunk on this episode and reflects on his storied career in bands like Bad Company, Free, and Queen. Rodgers also discusses his 'Royal Albert Hall' concert film, his 'Free Spirit' album, his urge to keep writing music, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget to follow...

On this episode, which was recorded live at the Rainbow in Los Angeles, Eddie is joined in person by Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Matt Sorum (Guns 'n' Roses, Velvet Revolver), and Franky Perez (Apocalyptica, Scars on Broadway) as well as Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), who calls in. The guys discuss how the band came together, their upcoming live dates, the plans for new music, their respective proj...

Eddie Trunk, Tom Morello, and Geezer Butler pay homage to Chris Cornell on this episode, which was recorded the night after the critically acclaimed tribute show for the late singer at The Forum in Los Angeles. The guys reflect on the monumental performances of the night, discuss some of their favorite memories of Cornell, and so much more. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk...

Eddie brings you another double shot on this episode! He is first joined by Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen who discusses his reaction to finally being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, dishes on who he wants to induct the band, and pontificates whether or not he will wear a shirt during the performance. Then, Guitar God Marty Friedman rings in from Japan to discuss his current U.S....

Songwriter Bob Daisley joins Eddie Trunk this week to discuss his Gary Moore tribute album, 'Moore Blues for Gary - A Tribute to Gary Moore by Bob Daisley and Friends.' He reflects on Moore's life and how the album came together, discusses the magic of "Irish Soul," dishes on his contributions to Ozzy's solo records, and much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk...

Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee joins Eddie to promote his new book, 'Big Beautiful Book of Bass.' He discusses how it came together, his favorite gear, his thoughts on Rush's anniversary reissues, and dishes on whether or not he thinks he will play music again! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X...

On this double episode, Eddie is first joined by drummer Jason Bonham, who discusses the Led Zeppelin legacy, his late father, John Bonham, and his various bands such as The Jason Bonham Led Zeppelin Evening, Black Country Communion, and The Circle with Sammy Hagar. He even "Stumps the Trunk" with a Led Zeppelin question! Then, guitarist Mark Tremonti phones in to discuss Alter Bridge's...

While on the road with Deep Purple, Eddie sat down with the band's drummer and only remaining original member, Ian Paice. Paice reflects on the band's storied history, discusses the various lineup changes, shares his thoughts about finally getting inducted into the RNRHOF, and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And do...

Ghost mastermind Tobias Forge steps out of the Cardinal Copia mask to talk candidly with Eddie Trunk about surrendering his anonymity, writing music when he first started the band vs. now, his previous bands before Ghost, the themes of the band's music, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget to follow Eddie o...

Guitarist Jake E Lee phones in on this episode to discuss his new band, Red Dragon Cartel. He discusses their new album, 'Patina,' the band's lineup changes, why he will never play Ozzy songs in his set, his history with Ratt and Ozzy, and clarifies the recent comments he made about Yngwie Malmsteen. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 1...

Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan joins Eddie Trunk on this episode to discuss the band's "The Long Goodbye Tour," which is their farewell. He also reflects on his time in Black Sabbath, discusses how record production has progressed over the course of his storied career, writing music, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel...

Steve Whiteman and Mark Schenker of KIx join Eddie Trunk to discuss the 30 year anniversary of 'Blow My Fuse.' The band discusses the album's re-release, 'Fuse 30 Reblown,' some of the hardships the band faced, Funny Money, producer Beau Hill, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X , Inst...

Eddie Trunk brings another double shot on this all new episode! First, Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine rings in to discuss the upcoming Megacruise, his radio show, working as a manager, and more. Than, Alice In Chains bassist Mike Inez drops by to promote the band's new tour and album, 'Rainer Fog,' among other things! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Fact...

Rob Zombie shredder John 5 co-hosts alongside Eddie Trunk at the Rainbow on Sunset Strip (Los Angeles) during a jam-packed live broadcast! Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry and Extreme drummer/rock 'n' roll manager Paul Geary join the guys to discuss their respective projects and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don...

Songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Aldo Nova joins Eddie Trunk on this episode to discuss his new album, '2.0,' which features six re-recordings from his debut album in addition to a new single. Nova also dishes on working with Celine Dion, his history with Jon Bon Jovi, the age of MTV vs the age of social media, and much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on Siriu...

Legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley joins Eddie Trunk on this episode to discuss his new solo album, 'Spaceman.' He also reflects on when he released his first solo album, discusses what it was like to reunite with Gene Simmons for the album, talks about how hard it was to let go of his solo band and why he did it, takes calls from listeners, and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:0...

Former Rainbow and Deep Purple frontman Joe Lynn Turner joins Eddie on this episode to discuss his new band, Sunstorm. J.L.T. also fills Eddie in on his scary heart attack, shares his thoughts on what Deep Purple and Ritchie Blackmore are up to now, remembers the time he played with Yngwie Malmsteen, and talks about his upcoming Bonfire and Friends event. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00...

On this episode, Eddie Trunk broadcasts from one of the most iconic hard rock landmarks in Los Angeles, The Rainbow! First, he chats with guitar extraordinaire Steve Vai who discusses his upcoming Big Mama Jama Jamathon and Generation X shows, reminisces about the time he and David Lee Roth shut down the Rainbow, shares his thoughts on the Frank Zappa Hologram, and more! Then, Sebastian Bach joins...

Former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing joins Eddie Trunk to discuss his new book, 'Heavy Duty: Days and Nights in Judas Priest.' Downing elaborates on some stories from the book, shares his thoughts on where he sees Judas Priest going, and answers the question everyone wants to know - does he have any plans to join another band or put out music on his own? Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00...

Mark Farner (Former Grand Funk Railroad, Mark Farner's American Band) joins Eddie Trunk on this episode! He reflects on his time in Grand Funk Railroad, dishes on the time the band had the plug pulled on them while opening for Led Zeppelin, shares his thoughts on GFR moving forward without him while still using the same name, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Natio...

Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale joins Eddie on this episode to discuss the band's latest album, 'Vicious.' She also discusses the band's European press run, the songwriting process, which countries have the most die-hard Halestorm fans, her favorite bands from the 80's, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget t...

Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffman joins Eddie Trunk this week to discuss the band's upcoming American tour, picking set lists, working as a photographer before Mark Tornillo joined the band, recording with an orchestra, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X , Instagram & TikTok! Follow t...

Eddie Trunk is joined by Lita Ford drummer Bobby Rock who discusses his new autobiography, 'The Boy is Gonna Rock.' Additionally, Bobby discusses working with Vinnie Vincent and his time in The Vinnie Vincent Invasion, the other books he has written, opening for Alice Cooper, fitness, and more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103. An...

On this double episode, Eddie talks to two of rock's greatest legends! First, Klaus Meine of The Scorpions discusses the band's current tour in America, the first time he ever toured the states, his thoughts on the band's absence from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and more! Then, Glenn Hughes wraps things up and discusses celebrating the music he wrote for Deep Purple, his sobriety, finally being in...

Former Journey frontman Steve Perry breaks a 20 year silence on this exciting episode! He explains why he went away and why he has come back, his choice not to sing with the band during their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction, 'The Sopranos' finale, and dishes on his brand new solo album, 'Traces.' Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel...