The Rock Junkie Podcast

You thought your family had issues, check out the latest drama in the music world. By latest, I mean two stories in the headlines today. Right before we all gobble til we wobble. Plus, the annual Turkey Drop tradition here at the RJP and at WKRP. “As God as my witness…” Well, you know the rest. Happy Turkey Day, Everyone! Links: Intro Track: Energetic Rock [Vlog Music] by MokkaMusic / Get Drunk Mu...

The M is back! And by M, I mean Mel. 😉 Enjoy this very special and personal episode. Links: IntroTrack: Nevermind the Name - CloudsMusic provided by Nevermind the Name Nevermind the Name - Clouds Grief Quotes “So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.” E.A. Bucchianeri, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly “The song is ended but the melody lingers on.” Irving Berlin Helplin...

Welcome 2023! Ok, it’s been 2023 for a few months now, but we are back! This micropod episode includes nuggets from: GnR Richie Sambora Y&T Foo Fighters Enjoy! Links: IntroTrack: Final Destiny by Sinyells Music provided by Smokinkat Records https://www.smokinkat.net There Are Only Four Songs Guns N' Roses Haven't Played Live https://loudwire.com/songs-guns-n-roses-havent-played-live/ RICHIE SA...

It's Thanksgiving Day in the US and Mel is dropping another #micropod.  In this quick episode, Mel takes you back in time when Ticketmaster was a monopoly. Oh wait... And unfortunately, turkeys still cannot fly.  Things to be thankful for in 2022. Stretchy pants Taco Bell’s $1 cravings menu Beano Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🦃 Links: Revisiting the Pearl Jam Ticketmaster Battle https://rock929roc...

Hope you enjoy this micro episode. #micrpod  😉 IntroTrack: Final Destiny by Sinyells Music provided by Smokinkat Records Van Halen US FESTIVAL '83 Early Appearance at Venue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqnt_YWl6rY Foo Fighters & Shane Hawkins - My Hero - Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert (09/03/22) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDThIwNU2-4 Show Contact: Instagram: @melroxlv Facebook: @Melro...

It’s hard to say goodbye without a proper tribute. In this episode, Mel does just that for some legendary bay area DJs and 1 epic rock star.  And just like that, after a 4 month break, we’re back!  Links: National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Hotline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Better Help Online Counseling  www.betterhelp.com       Intro [Royalty-Free Music] Epic Rock Intro - https://www.youtube.com/watch...

In this episode Mel sits down with multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer and Canadian transplant, Todd Kerns, who’s been known as a member of the Las Vegas band, Sin City Sinners, since 2007 and has been making music with Slash for over a decade. With new album, 4, dropping on February 11via Gibson Records, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators is about to embark on a US...

Stories? He’s got a few.  In this episode, Tour Manager, Production Manager and longtime industry vet, Keith Marks, sits down with Mel to share stories, insight and offer advice to up and comers who want a career in the music tour industry.  If that’s you, this is a must listen!  Plus, music news featuring Ozzy and David Bowie. That and more in this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast! Links: RIP M...

It's that weird week between Christmas and NYE. Resolutions? No way. New year, new Mel? Ha! None of that BS.  Just your normal end of times...I mean, end of year pod. No final countdown or anything.  😉Cheers! 🥂 Links: Music intro - NO COPYRIGHT MUSIC: TNT Company - Black in White Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0ZgvW8zHHs&list=PLmurGgZIgor66BEzIwwMYqTjYNcVbFD32&index=56 Dave Gro...

Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you've got your leggings on, because it's time to feast! 🦃🥧 Another quickie this week featuring the world famous WKRP Turkeys Away episode where Mr. Carlson comes up with a Thanksgiving promotional gimmick that involves a helicopter and live turkeys.   It's becoming a Thanksgiving Day tradition!  Intro music provided by RocknStock. Show Contact: ·         Instagram: @mel...

Warning: this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast is downright spooooky!  Ok, maybe not, but reality is scary enough, so let’s rock! In this episode: ·         Metallica teach you how to be a band ·         Dokken is back for the attack with George ·         How Nikki Sixx got his name ·         Lovebirds Ozzy and Sharon try not to kill each other…on film·         Alice Cooper told Kiss where to bu...

Where were you when you first heard Enter Sandman? In this episode, we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Metallica’s landmark, multi platinum album,  “Metallica” (aka The Black Album) Mel shares a few personal stories of meeting the band and behind scenes. Plus, a few listener stories. Strap in and turn it up!  News links: Which of the 53 new covers of songs from Metallica’s self-titled Blac...

She’s baaaaack.  This time to celebrate the 1yr anniversary of the pod, lay down some music news and a new tune! That and more on this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast. Music News: STRYPER GUITARIST OZ FOX TO SIT OUT UPCOMING 2021 SHOWS, ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY REPLACEMENT Source: https://bravewords.com/news/stryper-guitarist-oz-fox-to-sit-out-upcoming-2021-shows-announces-temporary-replacement   Li...

In this short episode, Mel remembers and honors a few good souls we lost in May. Plus, thoughts on the sitch with David Ellefson & Megadeth. Intro music by Twisterium. Whitesnake “Is this Love” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOJk0HW_hJw  RJP episodes featuring David:Episode 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1265279/5298928-rjp-ep-3-megabassist-david-ellefson-from-megadeth Episode 22: https...

Longtime friend, first time guest of the pod, Stacey David Blades joins Mel on this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast.  You may know Stacey from his 10yr stint in LA Guns or Electric Radio Kings.  His new band, Crashing Wayward, is about to take off!  And you get in on the ride from the ground floor. 😉 Let's go! Social Media: ·         Instagram: @ staceydavidblades ; @crashingwayward ·         ...

David Ellefson of Megadeth and his coconspirator, Drew Fortier, join Mel this week to talk about their latest literary collaboration, Rock Star Hitman. Plus, what other podcast will you hear a reference to the 80’s horror movie, Chud? AND...the power of yes! The Sledge Chronicles: Rock Star Hitman can be ordered here: https://linktr.ee/RockStarHitman Ellefson Coffee Co: http://ellefsoncoffeeco.com...

Donnie Vie, best known as the singer & songwriter for the band Enuff Z'Nuff, joins Mel this week to talk new music, vinyl and the upcoming EnZ box set (links below). He also shares the difficulties of being bipolar and living with anxiety. Plus, music news! Social Media: ·         Instagram: @kingofpowerpop·         Facebook: @DonnieVieOfficial·         Twitter: @kingofpowerpop·         TikTok...

Though best known for his work as an original member of seminal 80’s rock band Dokken, Jeff has played bass and sung with various groups including Dio and MSG,  Jeff is currently the bassist for Foreigner, which he joined in 2004, which keeps him mighty busy. One of his most recent projects with George Lynch from Dokken is The End Machine.  We’ll talk about that, as well as another fun project the...

So...this week was a bit of a hot mess for the US.  Mel breaks it down and adds a little old timey radio flair. Plus, music news!  Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer Sought by Police for Storming the U.S. Capitol Source: https://consequenceofsound.net/2021/01/iced-earth-jon-schaffer-sought-by-police-storming-u-s-capitol/   Tom Morello and Twitter respond to those people only just realising Rage Against The...

2020...only accurately captured in an emoji. 😬  There were some good stories, though.  Really! A Pandemic of Good News: The Top 50 Positive Stories of 2020 Source: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/50-good-news-stories-from-2020/   Dolly Parton saved her 9-year-old costar from an oncoming car Source: https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/11/entertainment/dolly-parton-saves-costar-trnd/index.html   KISS's NYE...

So many questions…and so little time! That’s what a quickie means. What were you thinking? Questions like…were the Scorpions CIA agents with mullets? How is Dave Grohl so freaking cool?  What are you getting Mel for Christmas? (hint: sharing the podcast is THE perfect gift for her) Plus, Christmas songs from Mitch Perry Group & Red Voodoo  on this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast.  Music New...

Brian Wheat is best known as the bass guitar player for the multi-platinum rock band, Tesla. While you may not be familiar with him by name, Brian has enjoyed the spoils of success and lived the sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. But it came at a cost, one that took years to repair. In his deeply honest and utterly revealing memoir, he sheds light on the many challenges he faces, including b...

Andrew Freeman is an American rock vocalist and guitarist who has played in a number of bands including The Offspring, Lynch Mob and is currently the frontman for Last in Line, which features the reunited original members of Dio. Pipes, as they say in the biz, he’s got ‘em.  Plus he’s got a new gig in Vegas with all his rock star friends! 😎 That and more on this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast...

Duuuuude! It’s Thanksgiving. Gather round, or socially distance, and let the turkeys fly! (or not) Hope you got your fat pants on! The Thanksgiving episode of WKRP in Cincinnati was based on a real turkey giveaway that went horribly wrong. Oh, the humanity, indeed! https://www.metv.com/stories/the-thanksgiving-episode-of-wkrp-in-cincinnati-was-based-on-a-real-turkey-giveaway-that-went-horribly-wro...

From the Sunset Strip to Twitch, Britt Pennella has been there done that.  And he keeps on doin! Join the convo as Britt and Mel talk about the best heavy metal party on the internet. Plus, let’s talk turkey! That and more on this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast. Social Media: ·         Instagram: @brittpennella·         Facebook: @blackboardjungleofficial·         Twitch: twitch.tv/metalsocial...