In this episode I talk to guitarist Jacob Binzer from the band D-A-D about their Australian tour, performing with his brother (Jesper), Van Halen, his bassist Stig Peterson’s 2 string basses plus more. "Jihad" "Sleeping My Day Away" If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW...
Nov 21, 2022•13 min•Ep. 207
In this episode I talk to South African artist Ross Harding about his new EP “Chapter 2” which is available now. We chat about his influences, life in South Africa plus lots more. Ross Harding Website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearin...
Nov 21, 2022•33 min•Ep. 206
In this episode I talk to Arejay Hale, drummer from “Halestorm” about their tour to Australia in 2023. We also discuss Van Halen, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Fragrances, Mr. Bean plus lots more. Halestorm website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in ...
Nov 16, 2022•21 min•Ep. 205
In this episode I talk to bass player Rasmus Ehrnborn from the band Soilwork about their tour in Australia plus we discuss the new album “Overgivenheten”. Overgivenheten film clip If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearing my playing click Ro...
Nov 15, 2022•16 min•Ep. 204
In this episode I celebrate the 200th episode anniversary of the podcast by looking back at some of the guests I had on over the past 5 years. Thank you to everyone that has subscribed and liked each episode :) If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE If you are interested in ...
Nov 08, 2022•44 min•Ep. 203
In this episode I talk to bass player Dean Back from the band “Theory Of A Deadman” about their tour in Australia and what we can expect from the show plus lots more. If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE If you are interested in hearing my playing click Roach & Weyden ...
Nov 08, 2022•22 min•Ep. 202
In this episode I talk to Marianne TeBeau who was the home care nurse for Eddie Van Halen in 2018 for 2-3 months. Marianne shares some great stories about her time with Eddie, how she got the job plus lots more If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested...
Oct 17, 2022•36 min•Ep. 201
In this episode I talk to Tommy Cain from the band “Dead City Ruins” about their new album “Shockwave”, supporting KISS and what the band are up to now. Dead City Ruins website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearing my playing click Roach...
Oct 13, 2022•33 min•Ep. 200
In this episode I talk to Orianthi about her new album “Rock Candy” which is available October 14th 2022. We discuss the making of the album and Orianthi gives us a great insight to some of the songs. Pre order the album here You can watch the interview on Youtube: click here If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring...
Oct 04, 2022•16 min•Ep. 199
In this episode I talk to Joona Hasan from Yousician about the latest Metallica course available on Yousician. He lets us know what was involved in developing the course and interviewing the guys from Metallica. Download the app here. If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE N...
Oct 01, 2022•56 min•Ep. 198
In this episode I talk to Andrew Bennett, who is the author of the book “Eruption In The Canyon”, about what he is up to now since we spoke last on episode #123 in December 2020. Andrew has some amazing news regarding his footage of Van Halen which I am sure you are all going to love. To purchase the book click here If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation help...
Sep 27, 2022•48 min•Ep. 197
In this episode I talk to Jens Anderson from the band “Crazy Lixx” about their album “Street Lethal” plus lots more. Crazy Lixx website Crazy Lixx facebook page If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearing my playing click Roach & Weyden al...
Sep 05, 2022•20 min•Ep. 196
In this episode I talk to Jona Tee from the Swedish band “HEAT” about their new album plus their Australian tour coming up in September. Ticket link here You Tube: "Hollywood" If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearing my playing click Roach ...
Aug 17, 2022•15 min•Ep. 195
In this episode I talk to Jay Hale from from JHale guitars and one of his best customers Charles Lamb. jhaleguitars website jhaleguitars twitter JayHale Youtube Channel Check out the video of the interview here. If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are intereste...
Aug 10, 2022•34 min•Ep. 194
In this episode I talk to Steven Rosen about his new album with his band “Highway Sentinels” which features some amazing guest guitarists including Joe Satriani and Paul Gilbert. Steve also informs us on the latest news of his book “Tone Chaser - Understanding Edward Van Halen” Here is how you can purchase Steve’s book: (all prices are in US dollars) For U.S. residents, the total cost is $47 - $35 for the book and $12 for shipping. Send $47 to Steves PayPal address: scrosen@sbcglobal.net Include...
Jul 20, 2022•55 min•Ep. 193
In this episode I talk to Bill Leverty from the band “Firehouse” for my 5th anniversary of the podcast. We discuss when we first met back in 1995 at the Hard Rock cafe in Jakarta, Indonesia, to my very first episode of the podcast with Bill. We also chat about our hero Eddie Van halen, the music industry plus lots more, Website: www.leverty.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/leverty Firehouse: www.firehousemusic.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/leverty (@leverty) Instagram: www.instagram.com/billleverty...
Jul 14, 2022•27 min•Ep. 192
In this episode I interview vocalist Mike Craig and guitarist Tommy Gibbons from the band “Farewell To Fear” to talk about their album “Polarity”. The guys give us a break down to some of the songs and their influences. Get the album here If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONA...
Jul 12, 2022•29 min•Ep. 191
In this episode I talk to bassist Jake Mackin from the Australian band “Mirrors”. We talk about their album “The Ego’s Weight”, the story of the band plus lots more. Mirrors Facebook page Mirrors web site If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in he...
Jul 07, 2022•31 min•Ep. 190
In this episode I talk to guitarist/songwriter from Sinner and Primal Fear Tom Naumann. We discuss the new Sinner album “Brotherhood”, the songwriting process, life after the pandemic plus lots more. Youtube: "Bulletproof" Youtube: "Brotherhood" Get the album here If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great g...
Jul 07, 2022•27 min•Ep. 189
In this episode I talk to guitarist Ben Christo from the band “Sisters Of Mercy” about their tour coming up in New Zealand and Australia later in 2022. Ben shares some great stories about how he first got the gig, his other bands, plus a great story about Tony Iommi. Ben's website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to ...
Jun 23, 2022•33 min•Ep. 188
In this episode I talk to guitarist/vocalist Jacob Deraps from the band “Deraps” about their new album that is coming out on Friday 17th June. Jacob breaks down some of the songs and talks about some of his influences plus lots more. Deraps website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interv...
Jun 16, 2022•38 min•Ep. 187
In this episode I talk to guitarist Simon McBride about his new album “The Fighter”, touring with Deep Purple, his influences plus lots more. Simon McBride Website If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast going to bring you great guests and interviews. DONATE NOW If you are interested in hearing my playing click Roach & Weyden...
Jun 09, 2022•26 min•Ep. 186
In this episode I talk to vocalist/guitarist John Corabi about his tour coming up in Australia. We discuss what people can expect from the show, his KISS connections, his new book “Horseshoes and Hand Grenades”, the Pam and Tommy series plus lots more. John Corabi website Youtube interview If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast, get a free 3 month Yousician Premium + subscription, please click the donate now button....
May 30, 2022•27 min•Ep. 185
In this episode I talk to guitarist Scott Ian from the band Anthrax and Motor Sister. We chat about the new Motor Sister album “Get Off”. Scott breaks down some of the songs and gives us an insight to the album, a great story about Eddie Van Halen, his son’s band plus a lot more. Check out the album here Links to his son's band "Honeybee" here If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button...
May 17, 2022•34 min•Ep. 184
In this episode I talk to Paul Martin from the band “Devilskin” about their Australian tour that starts on April 29th 2022. Paul lets us know what to expect from the tour and what is coming up after the tour. Hear more about the Red album here: Episode #100 with Paul Martin from March 2020 Tickets for the Australian Tour. YouTube Links: "Sweet Release" "Corrode" If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click th...
Apr 24, 2022•26 min•Ep. 183
In this episode I talk to Martin Sweet and Peter London from the band “Crashdiet” about their new album “Automaton”. We discuss the recording process, writing songs, influences plus lots more. Crashdiet Website "Together Whatever" video Interview on Youtube If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast, Yousician discounts plus more, please click the donate now button. Every little donation helps with keeping the podcast g...
Apr 22, 2022•19 min•Ep. 182
In this episode I talk to one of hero’s growing up. The one and only Joe Satriani. We discuss his new album “The Elephants Of Mars” and talk about the musicians, artists and everything that made this album what it is. A masterpiece. Download and stream the album here. "The Elephants of Mars" - film clip If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate here button. Every little donation helps with keepi...
Apr 16, 2022•24 min•Ep. 180
In this episode I talk to Vic Zino from the band “Hardcore Superstar” about their new album “Abrakadabra”. Vic shares some great stories about the album and some behind the scenes stories. To watch the Youtube video of this interview click here Sales Link: Digital Physical YouTube Clips: "Abrakadabra" "Forever And A Day" If you are enjoying the podcasts and would like to donate to the show where you will receive a thank you on the podcast please click the donate now button. Every little donation...
Apr 13, 2022•23 min•Ep. 179
In this episode I talk to Elise Krentzel from the USA about her new book “Under My Skin: Drama, Trauma & Rock’n’Roll”. Elise shares some great stories about the back story of the book. To find out more about Elise's socials and how to get the book click here You can also watch the video of this interview and all episodes on my Youtube Channel. Don't forget to subscribe. Youtube Channel . Here are the 2 of the interviews Elise has done talking about the KISS days: Three Sides Of The Coin The ...
Apr 08, 2022•46 min•Ep. 178
In this episode I talk to Phoenix Van Der Weyden and Charles Lamb from the FTR Project about their new project, songwriting plus lots more. Facebook page Youtube interview Thank you to my sponsors: Arnaud Krakowka Custom Guitar Picks To download my online guitar course and all other contacts visit my website: https://becomeaguitaristtoday.com...
Mar 23, 2022•19 min•Ep. 177
