Thunder Underground

In this episode Elias Soriano returns to the podcast. Elias talks about Nonpoint's 11th studio album (out Sept 18th), working with Skye of Sumo Cyco, Jaysen Zeilstra, where he get his lyrical themes from, Hed(PE) and Spineshank live, why the music landscape needs OZZfest, Phil Collins, 30 years of Nonpoint, and tons more! Thanks for checking it out, and please share! #podcast #nonpoint #allkillern...

In this episode Aamir Sayed joins the podcast. Aamir talks about Unknown 's new album, "Graveyard of Empires" (out sept 4th), how it was a more collaborative effort than their debut, Matt Fisher's vocals and writing style, working with Nicky Bellmore, bringing middle eastern themes into their music, where he gets inspiration for the themes of their songs, Iron Maiden , Ritchie Blackmore, and a ton...

In this episode Kendra and Cristy of Rocklahna Bitches join the podcast. We talk about the beginnings of ROK Bitches, how it has transformed over the years, becoming an official Rocklahoma sponsor, the campground activities to look forward to in 2026, Sober activities in the ROK campgrounds, all that free merch, Cristy's guitars, Cancer Sucks, Doug Burgess, IDL Ballroom, Lynn Hernandez and Tulsa R...

In this episode Ryan O'Keeffe joins the podcast. Ryan talks about Airbourne's self-titled 6th album, writing with Bryan Adams, learning from Mutt Lange, recording on the Neve equipment used by AC/DC, contacting Lemmy, Malcolm Young, The Poor, Midnight Oil, HellFest, winning over an EDM crowd, and a lot more!    This episode is brought to you by  DEB Concerts . Follow DEB on Facebook and Twitter to...

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast to help Trent do a track by track lookback at Type O Negative's 4th album, that was released on Aug 20, 1996. The evolving sound, the pop direction, the songs, and so much more as we take a deep dive into this classic Type O Negative album. Which 2 songs do we think could have been combined? What did a teenagger think about Peter Steele's lyrics? What s...

In this episode Kelly Keagy joins the podcast. Kelly talks about Night Ranger's upcoming "Best Of" including remastered versions of their hits with alternate parts from the original sessions, their modern albums from Frontiers, writing a song that goes on to be as big as Sister Christian, keeping live shows fresh, Jack Blades, their classic 80's music videos, Jimi Hendrix, and a ton more. Thanks f...

In this episode Tyler Connelly joins the podcast. Tyler talks about Theory of a Deadman's new EP "Part 1: Funeral Songs" (out Sept 3), a return to the band's early sound, writing relatable lyrics, experimenting musically, following a band on stage like Sevendust, Lajon Witherspoon, Spider One's new film Big Baby,OneFox Productions, his involvement in film, his working a personal friendship with CH...

In this episode we pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne one year after he passed away. We pull in 10 guests from the past year who shared their thoughts on Ozzy's influence, importance, greatness, and the reason they became and remained fans of the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath. The guests on this episode include Frank Hannon of Tesla, Dizzy Reed (Guns n Roses / Hooker n Blow), Glenn Hughes (Black...

In this episode Marco Mendoza joins the podcast. Marco talks about Iconic's second album "II" (out July 31st), the greatness of Michael Sweet and Joel Hoekstra's combined guitars, why NBathan James is one of rock's greatest singers, his longstanding working and personal relationship with the incomparable Tommy Aldridge, Whitesnake, why performing with the SatchVai Band is so rewarding, Joe Satrian...

In this episode Phil Collen joins the podcast. Phil talks about the new Manraze 5-disc boxset, the power of Paul Cook (Sex Pistols / Manraze drummers), Simon Laffey, writing new Manraze music, Def Leppard b-sides, the "Slang" album, Steve Clark, "Promises", Pyromania, Def Leppard's next album, Iggy Pop, what other song was originally called "Love Bites", and a ton more! Thanks for listening, and p...

In this episode PJ Farley returns to the podcast. PJ talks about Fozzy's recent appearances at Welcome to Rockville / Sonic Temple, performing Crazy Train post-Ozzy, Fozzy's approach to new music, Rich Ward's tone and writing, Chris Jericho's work ethic, the evolution of Fozzy's sound, Trixter working as a 3-piece, 36 years of Trixter's debut, the possibility of new Trixter music, Pete Loran, Stev...

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast as we discuss the 30th anniversary of Zakk Wylde's 'Book of Shadows'. We go track by track on one of the most underrated rock albums ever made, we discuss how Zakk's vocals are at their pinnacle, his songwriting, solos, themes, tribute to Shannon Hoon, and everything involved made this album a masterpiece. Thanks for listening, and please share. #podcas...

In this episode Matt Zane joins the podcast. Matt talks about his upcoming documentary of Wayne and Tera (Wray) Static coming in 2027, the process, his history with Wayne and Tera, the reasoning Wayne asked him to do this documentary, the road blocks the members of Static X have placed in front of him completing this doc, Edsel Dope, Tony Campos, the support he has received from those close to Way...

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast to discuss 30 years of Metallica's LOAD. We discuss our instant reactions from 1996, as well as our thoughts looking back now. What songs grew on us, what songs have we loved / hated from the start, why we both believe this album HAD to happen, Jame's lyrics, the blues elements and miscategorized labels, what sng we both put on their all time list, and...

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast as we look back on Def Leppard's album "Slang" that came out 30 years ago on May 13, 1996. We do a track by track rundown on Def Leppard's attempt to adapt to the mid-90's alternative scene, why they probably didn't need to go that route, our thoughts on the sound, style and songs that make up Def Leppard's 6th studio album, highlights, lowlights, and m...

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast as we look back on Pantera's album "The Great Southern Trendkill" that came out 30 years ago on May 7, 1996. We do a track by track rundown on Pantera's response to the mainstream, Phil's influence on this album, Dimebag Darrell's solos, the timing of this album in the band's history, the history of the 'Floods' melody, and a ton more… including a story...

In this episode Johnny Kelly joins the podcast. Johnny talks about the debut album from Sun Dont Shine (out now), recording as a band in New Orleans, Kenny Hickey (ep 237), collaborating with Todd Strange, Kirk Windstein's (eps 79 / 29) riffs, drumming in Danzig, playing in Quiet Riot as a rhythm section with Rudy Sarzo, a ton (pun intended) of talk about Type O Negative, Josh Silver, and Peter St...

In this episode Tommy Skeoch and Mike Fitz join the podcast. The guitarists of Bad Marriage talk about the band's new album, Tommy's addition to the band, Mike's production style, writing, Jonny Paquin's vocals, Todd Boisvert's bass playing knowledge, the experience of touring with the Midnight Devils, Saxon, love for Phil Cambell and Motorhead, uypcoming shows with Ace Frehley's band and Chris Je...

In this episode Jason Scheff (ex Chicago) and Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts) join the podcast. Jay and Jason talk about Generation Radio's new album (out April 17th), Steve Ferrone's importance to the band, Tom Yankton, writing together, Dann Huff, Deen Castronovo (ep 375), David Coverdale, Whitesnake, their live experience, Tom Cochrane, and a ton more! Thanks for listening, and please share! #podc...

In this episode Joe Defiant joins the podcast. Joe talks about Defiant's new single and their 4th EP "The Thievery of Minds", lyrical content, writing, Al Halterman, Junkyard, Ace Von Johnson, LA Guns, Faster Pussycat, love for Social Distortion, Misfits, Slash, Joe Perry and a ton more! Thanks for listening, and please share! #podcast #defiant #allkillernofiller This episode is brought to you by...

In this episode I am joined by Holly West and Fred Aching. Holly and Fred talk about Dead Groove's new cover of the Hendrix classic "Voodoo Child", working with Steve Morse on the track, Jimi Hendrix Experience, Dead Groove guitarist Cesar Salaverry, upcoming new music, Fred being an interpreter between bandmates language barriers, writing, Glenn Hiughes, Motorhead, Lemmy, Fred's work with Kings o...

In this episode Dave Anthony of Ten Ton Mojo joins the podcast. Dave talks about TTM's current single, upcoming new music, previous releases, working with Max Norman (Ozzy / Megadeth), the band's sound, classic rock, Clutch, Spotify, John Fogerty, The Doors, Aerosmith ACDC, writing, a new addition to the band, Spotify playlists, live albums, and a ton more. Thanks for listening, and please share!...

In this episode Drew Cagle joinsthe podcast. Drew talks about the "Bad Attitude" album, songwriting, working with Tracii Guns, what Matt Coles brings as a producer, balancing a sound of blues/southern/hard rock, the experiences of opening for Doyle and Kingfish, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Record Company, Glorious Sons, Buckcherry, Aerosmith, cover bands vs original artists, reaching new audiences, and a...

In this episode Axel Rudi Pell joins the podcast. ARP talks about his new album Ghost Town, writing lyrics, Johnny Gioeli's voice, working with Udo Dirkschneider on this album, AI, maintaining his 40 year relationship with Steamhammer, Steeler, the benefits of digital technology vs analog, self producing, and more. Thanks for listening, and please share! #podcast #axelrudipell #allkillernofiller T...

In this episode Mark Kendall returns to the podcast after nearly 9 years to talk about Great White's recent appearance on American Idol with their current singer Brett Carlisle, arranging the version of House of Broken Love for the show, writing and recording new music with Brett, recording Psycho City on a ranch, Jack Russell, the status of his autobiography, his current health amidst his cancer...