The Rock is George Podcast

George Dionne interviews WOLFBEARD O’BRADY of THE DREAD CREW OF ODDWOOD about their latest album RUST & GLORY. O’Brady also discusses the founding of the band in 2008, the origins of their band name, their unique acoustic instrumentation, the stories behind the singles, working with producer ANNA MURPHY (CELLAR DARLING), album cover artist MARK GIBBONS, the band’s video game tie-ins, their upcomin...

George Dionne interviews BRIAN DANILOSKI and ANN EVERTON of DARSOMBRA about their latest album DUMSDAY BOOK. The duo also discusses how they managed to create a (mostly) instrumental concept album, how the original Doomsday Book relates to their version, creating the album cover art, how they are album to capture their sound live as a duo, the audio & visual experience of their live shows, their u...

George Dionne interviews MARK TREMONTI of ALTER BRIDGE for KNAC.COM (11-08-22). Tremonti discusses the band’s latest album PAWNS & KINGS, the stories behind the singles, their upcoming European & US tours, the 15th year anniversary of BLACKBIRD, future Tremonti Sings Sinatra performances, his love of pinball machines, and much, much more. *Photo by Javier Bragado

George Dionne interviews MURIELLE of THE GREAT ALONE. Together they discuss the duo’s debut album PERCEPTION, the stories behind the singles, the delays in getting the album released, what inspired the album’s title, their avant-garde music videos, the symbolism behind their album and single covers, their upcoming US tour with POWERMAN 5000 and SEPTEMBER MORNING, how setting up live performances c...

George Dionne interviews Will Aguilar of WILL THE THRILL about their latest album . TAKE IT SLEAZY. Aguilar also discusses the founding of the band, self-releasing all of their album’s independently, the origins of the band’s name, how their second album SORRY TO DISAPPOINT YA (2014) managed a lower rating than an album titled JAR OF FARTS, the loss of their drummer TONY “DOCTOR” PEPPER, how the s...

George Dionne interviews vocalist MICHAEL KISKE of HELLOWEEN for KNAC.COM (09-04-22). Kiske discusses the bands upcoming United Forces Tour with HAMMERFALL, the success of their 2021 self-titled album, his relationship with fellow HELLOWEEN vocalist ANDI DERIS, the 35th Anniversary of KEEPER OF THE SEVEN KEYS: PART II, how the band fought their label on songs for that album, new HELLOWEEN music in...

George Dionne interviews vocalist ZAC MALOY of THE NIXONS about their latest single “December (2023)” and upcoming vinyl release LIVE AT THE TREES. Maloy also discusses why they reworked the 1997 song, the importance of their upcoming live release, new music coming soon, the 30th anniversary of their indie release HALO which lead to their major release FOMA, how Universal Studios Hollywood coxed t...

George Dionne interviews vocalist MICHAEL KISKE of HELLOWEEN for KNAC.COM (04-10-23). Kiske discusses the bands upcoming United Forces Tour with HAMMERFALL, the success of their 2021 self-titled album, his relationship with fellow HELLOWEEN vocalist ANDI DERIS, the 35th Anniversary of KEEPER OF THE SEVEN KEYS: Part II, how the band fought their label on songs for that album, new HELLOWEEN music in...

George Dionne interviews vocalist DAVID “ROCK” FEINSTEIN and drummer CARL CANEDY of THE RODS about their latest album RATTLE THE CAGE. The duo also discusses the retirement of bassist GARRY BORDONARO, working with their new bassist FREDDY VILLANO, the stories behind the singles, their legendary album covers, touring Australia for the first time, their 2024 45th anniversary tour plans, whether this...

George Dionne interviews guitarist JIM SUHLER about his long lost studio project TEXAS SCRATCH. The band’s self-titled release finally saw the light of day in 2023 after 14 years on the shelf. Suhler discusses how he, BUDDY WHITTINGTON (JOHN MAYALL), and VINCE CONVERSE were brought together for the project, the question marks that still remain about the album, whether the trio will be able to perf...

George Dionne interviews solo artist WES CAGE about his latest single THE WOLF. Cage also discusses collaborating with Keith Wallen (BREAKING BENJAMIN) & BLASKO (ROB ZOMBIES), why the Le Grand Restaurant was the ideal location for his music video, having 50+ songs recorded for future release, his underrated 2015 debut PREHISTORIC TECHNOLOGY, how mysticism and the Shamanic way helped heal him from...

George Dionne interviews frontman ROB CHAOS of the politically charged Punk Rock act TOTAL CHAOS. Rob discusses the bands latest album MIND WARFARE, the stories behind the singles, having two labels in Pavement Entertainment and Katabomb releasing the album, the band’s early beginnings, touring with THE EXPLOITED and ACIDEZ, future touring plans, how METALLICA bridged the gap between Metal & Punk,...

George Dionne interviews bassist JOAKIM ARNELL of the Swedish Rock ‘n’ Roll act THE REFRESHMENTS. Arnell discusses their latest album A STIFF ONE, the stories behind the singles, why the band lacks music videos, appearing on colored vinyl for the first time, singing with Sound Pollution/Wild Kingdom, their annual Rock N Roll X-Max Tour, working with British mainstay DAVE EDMUNDS, whether there was...

George Dionne interviews NICK COYLE and JOHNNY NOVA of DEATH VALLET DREAMS. The duo discuss their latest independent EP release LEAVE ME ALONE. After their time in COLD came to end, Coyle and Nova formed their latest project. Find out how it all came together, the inspiration behind their latest single, how the duo approaches their songwriting and releases, upcoming live performances, their recent...

George Dionne interviews vocalist JENNIFER BENSON of IGNESCENT. Benson discusses the band’s debut album FIGHT IN ME, the personal struggles that lead to her lyrics, overcoming dark times, guest spots by members of DISCIPLE and FOZZY, how they signed with Frontiers Music, recent and future live performances, appearing as a special guest of NOT ASHAMED and PETRA, and much, much more. Photos by Jenni...

George Dionne interviews vocalist HUGO VALENTI of HUGO’S VOYAGE. For nearly 20 years Valenti has fronted the JOURNEY tribute act VOYAGE, but for the first time, the group has written and recorded all original material, released under the moniker HUGO’S VOYAGE. Valenti discusses their latest album INCEPTION, why they took a shot at originals and how it stands apart from JOURNEY material, the storie...

George Dionne interviews bassist and DUB TRIO founder STU BROOKS. Together they have an in-depth discussion about Brook’s first ever solo album 40HZ. Stu also discusses his all-star collaborators, creating music videos, what inspired the album’s title, a future vinyl release of the album, singing with Dine Alone Records, his live work with DANNY ELFMAN, DOMINIC FIKE, and SUMBLIME, the next Ellfman...

George Dionne interviews MALCOLM BRUCE about his involvement with the Quarto Valley Records release of HEAVENLY CREAM: AN ACOUSTIC TRIBUTE TO CREAM. Malcom is the son of CREAM bassist and vocalist JACK BRUCE. Bruce discusses how the project came together, recording with legendary musicians and past members of CREAM, why the music and songs have endured with just four albums, the artists involved t...

George Dionne interviews solo artist and DOG EAT DOG bassist DAVE NEABORE. Neabore discusses his latest solo album STARFEELS, the complexities of his solo material, working with producer WALTER KAZMIER, signing with Cadabra Records, his work with FULCI COMICS, his horror movie fandom, aspirations to score films, the latest DOG EAT DOG album FREE RADICALS, recording with DIO & RZA in 1992, and much...

George Dionne interviews VIVIEN LALU about his project LALU and their latest album THE FISH WHO WANTED TO BE KING. Lalu also discusses why ProgRock is in his DNA, taking a chance on a 10 min single, last album’s addition of vocalist DAMIAN WILSON, he and guitarist JOOP WOLTERS’ work with A-Z (w/MARK ZONDER), the possibility of live performances, and much, much more.

George Dionne interviews vocalist and guitarist SCOTT HOLT of FOGHAT. Holt discusses the band’s latest album SONIC MOJO, co-writing with the late KIM SIMMONDS (SAVOY BROWN), drummer ROGER EARL bringing in a song from his brother Colin, the stories behind the singles, Scott’s history and recruitment into the group, the current FOGHAT tour schedule, Holt’s involvement in the Variety Record Shop in C...

George Dionne interviews bassist NICK HOGG and drummer ALEX COOPER of the AOR / Melodic Rock act NITRATE. The duo discusses their latest album FEEL THE HEAT, teasing the songs for about a year, artwork and music video concepts, stories behind the singles, contributions by ROB WYLDE (MIDNITE CITY), signing with Frontiers Music, issues with pressing vinyl for this release, touring plans, side projec...

George Dionne interviews trumpeter MAC GOLLEHON of MAC GOLLEHON & THE HISPANIC MECHANICS. Mac discusses their latest album BITE OF THE STREET, filming artistic music videos, the origins of their name, working with the Nefarious Industries label, his last solo release THE END IS THE BEGINNING (2022), collaborating with DAVID BRENNER & GRIDFAILURE, what led to him taking up the trumpet, working with...

George Dionne interviews ERIC SARDINAS about his latest album MIDNIGHT JUNCTION. Sardinas also discusses what events inspired the album’s singles, how he assembled his all star backing band, his relationship with STEVE VAI, what happened to his backing band BIG MOTOR, offers to join THE BLACK CROWS and SLASH’S SNAKEPIT, sharing a six pack with ROBERT PLANT, and much, much more. *Live photos by Yan...

George Dionne interviews solo artist TIM MONTANA. Montana discusses his latest single “Devil You Know”, his forthcoming studio album, ‘90s grunge influencing his music, growing up in Butte, Montana, the 4th annual Tim Montana & Friends American Thread Concert, collaborating with CHARLIE SHEEN & EMILIO ESTAVEZ, his longtime friendship with BILLY GIBBONS (ZZ TOP), his traditional country roots, and...