Whole Lotta Talk - Interviews that rock!

Deep Purple are back with a bang! 🎸 In this exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, guitarist Simon McBride sits down to talk all things about their new album 'Splat', stepping into the shoes of guitar legends, and why retirement is a word that simply doesn't compute for the rock icons. Simon shares hilarious insights into Ian Gillan's songwriting brain (including how a simple typo turned "Jessica's Ba...

Muse are gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated 10th studio album, The Wow Signal, and bass legend Chris Wolstenholme sat down with ROCK ANTENNE for a massive, exclusive chat. Named after the famous 1977 radio signal that remains our best bet for alien life, the new record is an absolute wall of sound. Chris dives deep into the metaphor behind The Wow Signal, why they literally bla...

After 14 album-less years that felt like forever, The All-American Rejects are back in full force. Their brand-new record “Sandbox” shines with a sun-drenched surf-rock vibe and tells the story of a band growing up – the same band that crashed into our hearts in the 2000s with cheeky pop-punk anthems. In our interview, guitarist Nick Wheeler reveals just how grown-up the band really is now, what f...

Breaking Benjamin are finally back in Europe after nearly a decade! We catch up with the band to find out how it feels to be back and if they’re excited to see their European fans again. Plus, with "Something Wicked" marking their first new track in years, Jasen and Keith drop some hints on when we can finally expect the upcoming album – after all, Ember is already 8 years old! We also dive into t...

We sat down with rock icons Jefferson Starship (David Freiberg & Cathy Richardson) for an exclusive, no-holds-barred chat! The band that has shaped rock history across five decades is opening up about everything. Find out why they traded small clubs for massive arenas, what it's really like touring with their buddies in Deep Purple, and why the legendary 1960s "Summer of Love" actually only lasted...

Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless stops by the studio to talk about her incredible journey opening for AC/DC, a hilarious coincidence involving The Rolling Stones, and what fans can expect from their raw, authentic upcoming album. In this exclusive ROCK ANTENNE inteview, Taylor Momsen breaks down the reality of playing in front of notoriously tough AC/DC crowds, her deep-rooted connection to Ge...

He was the voice of H.E.A.T. and Skid Row, and he shared the stage with Michael Schenker – but now it’s time for Erik Grönwall to truly go his own way. In this exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, Erik opens up about: his toughest years and personal setbacks parting ways with H.E.A.T. and Skid Row working with Michael Schenker and of course his new album “Born To Break” – from the first idea to the f...

Benji Webbe tells us how the album’s writing process unfolded. He also gives us insights into the recording sessions, reveals which song changed the most along the way, and shares whether there are still clashes in the studio after almost 30 years. And you definitely don’t want to miss the fascinating story of how he came up with the album title! Enjoy!

John 5 has toured Europe many times—with Mötley Crüe and Rob Zombie—but never with his own solo show. That’s about to change: he’s announced for 2026 dates across the Rock Republic this May and has plenty of plans beyond just performing live. Discover what he’s got in store and what major surprise he’s planning for 2027 in the ROCK ANTENNE interview!

Steve Vai is currently on tour across Europe with BEAT, performing alongside Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Danny Carey, bringing King Crimson’s iconic 1980s music back to the stage. In an exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, he shares how he became part of the band, talks about the incredible talent and professionalism of his bandmates, and expresses his admiration for Tony Levin’s on-stage ener...

Gavin Rossdale gives us a glimpse into his life. Don't miss this interview if you want recipe tips from a rockstar or if you're wondering what to expect on his upcoming tour. What does he love so much about Germany? Look forward to the concert on June 11th in Hamburg! Until then, enjoy listening!

Kreative Köpfe brauchen kreative Räume - für Axel Rudi Pell ist dieser Raum das Kreieren von neuen Alben und das Arbeiten an seiner Musik. Musik selbst geschrieben, Songs selbst produziert, Album-Cover selbst gestaltet - Axel Rudi Pell lebt nach dem Motto "viele Köche verderben den Brei". Geschichten zur Entstehung des neuen Albums "Ghost Town" gibt es hier im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Interview mit...

Cullen Moore and Daniel Pruitt of Sleep Theory joined us for an exclusive interview on ROCK ANTENNE, where they talked about their latest album, "Afterglow." They shared insights into how the songs came together and how the tour has been going so far. The interview also covers what they’ve learned from other bands and where they hope their journey as a band will take them next. Enjoy!

Lars and Leo both jump at the chance to chat with the legendary Francis Rossi of Status Quo! They talk about his love of winter and Germany, his thoughts on democracy as a concept, why sometimes it’s actually good not to care about things – and, eventually, his new album “The Accidental.” Join the three of them as their conversation takes all sorts of unexpected turns!

Alter Bridge from Florida has been playing with the same lineup for over 20 years – and with great success! We talked to singer Myles Kennedy about their latest work: On January 9th, the rock band's eighth, self-titled studio album will be released, and it's packed with so many highlights: Powerful lyrics, vocal performances from Myles and also bandmate Marc Tremonti, and their longest song to dat...

Laura Cox, the French blues-rock guitarist with a powerhouse voice and killer riffs, is back with a new album. Packed with raw energy, punchy rock tracks, and soulful blues moments, it’s a perfect showcase of her growth as an artist. Authentic, electric, and impossible to ignore—Laura proves once again that modern guitar-driven rock is alive and thriving.

We had the chance to sit down for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview with Halestorm’s singer Lzzy Hale and guitarist Joe Hottinger to talk about their current tour. We also took a look back at the evolution of their albums, Lzzy’s incredible voice, and much more. Enjoy the interview!

One made a name for himself with Firewind and Ozzy Osbourne, the other is the voice of Rainbow – and both shine as solo artists, too! Gus G and Ronnie Romero stopped by for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to talk about their tour together. It’s clear from the conversation that they love making music as a team and really click on a personal level as well. Tune in now to hear more about their sh...

Pierre Bouvier and Sébastien Lefebvre took some time before their show at Munich’s Olympiahalle to sit down with us for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview. We talked about their documentary "The Kids In The Crowd", touring with The Offspring, and much more. Enjoy the interview!

They were one of the key figures of the ’90s grunge scene — and a lot has happened in the world of Bush since then! Ten albums and over 30 years later, the band returns with I Beat Loneliness — fresh sounds that carry the spirit of the old days while embracing today’s vibe. Frontman Gavin Rossdale stopped by the ROCK ANTENNE studio to talk about the album’s themes, touring with Volbeat, and how he...

Atreyu are playing several shows here in Germany, and we caught up with Porter “Marc” McKnight from Atreyu for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to talk about the upcoming concerts. The bassist and vocalist also shares what’s new about the re-recorded album "The Curse" compared to the original. Enjoy the interview!

Simon Neil, James and Ben Johnston of Biffy Clyro talk about their new album Futique, working with twins, and the bands that shaped their youth. Simon also discusses his tour with Sleep Token as part of his other band project, Empire State Bastards. Want to know more? Then tune in to the podcast!

Which songs do you play on stage and when? This question isn’t as easy for a band as it might seem at first glance. Depending on the festival, Within Temptation choose the songs that fit best. In our exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview with singer Sharon den Adel at Summer Breeze Open Air, we talked about the festival season, songwriting, and much more.

Howlin' Pelle Almqvist brings the rock back: In an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, The Hives frontman talks about their new album "The Hives Forever Forever The Hives", the upcoming fall tour, and his passion for old-school hardcore. Enjoy the interview!

Ian Hill brings the bass to metal: He joined us for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview to discuss the upcoming European tour "Shield Of PaiN", featuring stops in Munich, Stuttgart, and more. Discover which support bands will be joining them and why these bands often have been staples in the rock scene for so long. Enjoy the interview!