In this special dual interview episode Tony Asta of Battlecross and Greg Burgess of Allegaeon join us. We caught up with both during The Winter Warriors Tour at Thunder Alley Grill & Sports Lounge. Tony talks with us about what is was like playing shows without Kyle 'Gumby' Gunther, their continuous vehicle issues, the status of the followup to "Rise to Power", learning to play guitar at an early age with Hiran Deraniyagala, his stage persona, his thoughts on the new Metallica, and more. Dur...
Dec 22, 2016•1 hr 2 min
In our landmark 100th episode we are joined by all four members of Severmind. We caught up with the guys during one of the writing sessions for the next album. The band discusses writing, the status of the follow-up to Imminent Misfortune, memorable gigs, practice, recording, vans buried in the mud, the formation of the band, overview of the past year and what to look forward to in 2017, tattoos, Heath and Chris’ backgrounds, Heath’s vocals, Rocklahoma, and a ton more. We kick it off with well w...
Dec 19, 2016•2 hr 23 min
In this episode we are joined by Steve Blaze of Lillian Axe. Steve talks with us about playing at festivals, Michael Maxx returning to the band, his Strictly 7 signature guitars, what Brian Jones brings to the band, his writing process, the ambitious new concept album coming in late 2017, Captain America, Moonlight in Your Blood, and more. The talk also features quality cut ins from Mark Slaughter and Dana Strum of Slaughter, Chad of Bulletboys, Eddie Trunk, and Brian Jones. We kick the episode ...
Dec 14, 2016•57 min
In this episode we are joined by guitarist Chris Green. Chris talks with us about his solo instrumental EP Unveil, the meanings behind the songs, the long process of getting it completed, the writing process, and the cover of the exceptional song from his father's band Deep Feeling. Chris talks with us about Tyketto (The Official) new album 'Reach', the writing process with Danny and Mike, how he got to know Tyketto and eventually join, working with Cj Snare in Rubicon Cross, RC's future plans, ...
Dec 06, 2016•1 hr 2 min
In this episode Trent talks about his trip to Seattle to see the reunion of Temple of the Dog. The Paramount Theater hosted the highly sought after ticket, and we talk about the vibe, the set list, Chris Cornell's amazing homage to Andrew Wood's Mother Love Bone songs, Mike McCready's greatness, the crowd reaction, meeting people from all over the place, and more. Trent also talks about other points in his trip that included a visit to Easy Street Records in West Seattle to see Jeff Ament's MLB ...
Nov 23, 2016•59 min
In this episode we are joined by Eddie Veliz of Kyng. Eddie talks with us about the new album "Breathe in the Water," writing, his vocals, some of the more laid back songs on BITW, part of the album that was inspired by part of Pantera's Reinventing the Steel, their excellent choice of Pantera cover, performing with Jose Mangin, playing second guitar live with Clutch and how working with Tim came about, and a ton more. We kick it off with talk about seeing Kyng live, live sets we saw from Fist o...
Nov 16, 2016•59 min
In this episode we are joined by all 4 members of Scattered Hamlet. The band talks to us about their new album Swamp Rebel Machine, the process of getting it released, how they handle the business aspects, several of the songs on the album, how The Lesson came about, Adam Newell’s unique solo on Green Bastard as an ode to Iron Sheik and Stone Cold, Johnny T Crash recording his part of Green Bastard in one take, their love for The Ascension, Adam Joad challenges CM Punk to a MMA fight, Jake argue...
Nov 08, 2016•1 hr 10 min
In this episode we are joined by Chris Bender and Eamonn Gallagher of Guns 4 Roses. G4R is the premier Guns n Roses tribute band, and Chris and Eamonn talk to us about traveling to Columbia, fan reactions in other countries, the hardest and their favorite GNR songs to play, seeing GNR live this summer, Chinese Democracy, how they formed, getting Slash's tone, other music they are into, and a lot more. We kick the episode off with talk about the recent RnR Hall of Fame nominees - who we think may...
Nov 02, 2016•58 min
In this episode we are joined by Dakota Harrington and Trevor A Tree of Mr Rogers Intergalactic Sexual Experience. Dakota and Trevor talk about the band's sound, the live shows, the name, the meaning behind some of their songs, their love of Less Than Human, the diverse influences they incorporate into the band like John Coltrane, Eric Andre, Mayhem, Black Sabbath, Dakota talks about his Space Eyes song The Kurt Cobain, we talk about GG Allin, Nocturnal Winter, Sunn O, kazoos, organs, and a ton ...
Oct 26, 2016•1 hr 55 min
In this episode we are joined by Erik Kluiber of IRONAUT and Void Vator. Erik talks with us about the new music and current happenings with both bands, writing, working with Paul Fig and Ulrich Wild, guitar lessons, The Sword, working with Omicida, touring when he was working with bands like Gypsyhawk, White Wizzard, Scattered Hamlet, and a lot more. We kick the episode off with a great new song from Ironaut, talk about the Diamond Ballroom stop of the Clutch and Zakk Sabbath tour, and we bid fa...
Oct 19, 2016•1 hr 9 min
In this episode we are joined by Ted Aguilar of Death Angel. Ted talks to us about The Evil Divide, how working with Jason Soucof has evolved over the past 3 albums, how great Slayer is to tour with, fans re-discovering DA on this tour, his white on white ESP guitar, the signature model ESP made, his playing speed, Rob’s writing style and how songs come together with him and Will Carroll, their video concepts, Danko Jones saying they are making the best metal out right now, the idea of a Big 4 f...
Oct 11, 2016•49 min
In this episode we are joined by Johannes Eckerstrom of Avatar. Johannes talks with us about the writing process of the story behind the Feathers and Flesh concept, thoughts on doing another concept album in the future, stretching their sound and incorporating different styles, the age old question from metalheads “What’s in the water in Sweden?”, touring with different acts like Dark Tranquility, 5FDP and A7X, how much he enjoyed touring with and hanging out with Helloween, their diverse fanbas...
Oct 04, 2016•59 min
In this episode we are joined by Mark Kendall of Great White. Mark talks to us about the status of their next album, working with Michael Wagener now as well as on their debut in the early 80s, writing with Michael Lardie, what Terry Ilous brings to the band, the writing process of Elation, why he loves live shows, playing festivals like Rocklahoma, Streets Gone Wild and in Europe, playing acoustic shows, MTV, his love of Stevie Ray Vaughn and Carlos Santana, and a lot more. We kick it off with ...
Sep 26, 2016•1 hr 8 min
In this episode we are joined by Richie Cavalera of Incite. Richie talks about the band’s newest album Oppression, playing the new songs live, what Dru, El bring to band, the importance of the first show on a tour, bringing fans of different metal genres together, how the collabs with Connor Garrity and Jose Mangin came about, working on the Soulfly song “Revengeance” with Max, Iggor and Zyon, the Max/Iggor Return to Roots shows, and he shows a lot of love for Marc Rizzo, Lord Dying, Messhugah, ...
Sep 21, 2016•49 min
In this episode we discuss the Streets Gone Wild festival that took place in Tulsa last weekend. The pre-party at the IDL with Kip Winger and Mike Tramp performing acoustic, we talk all the bands we saw perform the next 2 days including
Sep 13, 2016•1 hr 9 min
In this episode we talk about the Rocklafreakinghoma Reunion show from last weekend at Venue Shrine in Tulsa. The event featured Forever in Disgust, Drek, Crane Technique, Machine in the Mountain and SEVERMIND. We talk a bit about each band, as well as what went on earlier in the day at the Tulsa Punk Rock Flea Market. We preview the Streets Gone Wild 80's Rock Festival happening this weekend in downtown Tulsa, talk about some of the bands we are looking forward to (Queensrÿche, SteelHeart, Nigh...
Sep 08, 2016•41 min
In this episode we are joined by all four members of Machine in the Mountain. Joe, John, Doug and Mike join us to talk about the new EP, their sound, benefits to not having a vocalist, naming an instrumental song, the change that is coming, connecting with a live audience, love for The Sword, covering Def Leppard, their past and how they formed, and a ton more. We also talk about the Rocklafreakinghome Reunion show at The Shrine, as well as a recent Def Leppard / Tesla / REO Speedwagon show in K...
Sep 01, 2016•1 hr 26 min
In this episode we talk about the Ride For Dime event in Dallas. We made the trip down to celebrate Dimebag’s birthday, and we talk about the badass sets from COC, Prong, Kyng, Honky, Mothership and more. We discuss meeting Jose Mangin, and why we love him as much as we do. We also talk about Dime’s grave site, Dee Snider’s unbelievable reworking of We’re Not Gonna Take It on the piano, the new Tesla song that Phil Collen of Def Leppard produced, and the new Metallica track. We look at a couple ...
Aug 24, 2016•48 min
in this episode we are joined by Elias Soriano of Nonpoint. Elias talks with us about The Poison Red, music he loves to listen to on vinyl, the band's longevity, how cell phones have taken over people's live, people staring at phone screens at a concert, Sturgis, memories of playing Ozzfest, performing acoustic, his thoughts on streaming services, and a lot more. We kick off the show with talk about Nonpoint live, another recent show at the Brady from Volbeat and Killswitch Engage, our love for ...
Aug 17, 2016•54 min
In this episode we talk about recent shows and album releases. Trent discusses his trip to Dallas and Houston to see Guns n Roses - the songs, the sound, the experience, The Cult, and more. Jason talks about the debut of Through the Stone in Tulsa, and we play a song from Through the Stone as well. We also discuss the new albums from The Dead Daisies and Jackyl, the coming Jackyl show in OKC with Drunk on Monday, Chasing Jenny and Searching for Sanity, and we play a great song from Mind Merchant...
Aug 11, 2016•1 hr 7 min
In this episode we are joined by Mark "Gus" Scott of Trixter. Mark talks with us about Trixter's recent albums, playing to crowds in the midwest, touring with The Scorpions, his other projects, the aftermath of the massive storm that rolled into Rocklahoma 2008 during Trixter's set (including something Eddie Trunk said), working with John Collura of The Ataris, Pearl Sound Studios, Trixter maintaining all original members, their cover of NIN's "Terrible Lie", Steve Brown playing guitar for Def L...
Aug 02, 2016•1 hr 8 min
In this episode we are joined by Marq Torien of the Bulletboys. Marq talks to us about Elefante's critical acclaim, Symphony, the status of the next album, Max Baker, writing, Mikkey Dee, performing in front of the Scorpions and Twisted Sister, talking to Dee Snider, people learning to treat each other better, playing guitar at a young age, his mother, Corey Taylor, Slipknot, and a lot more. Paulette from Fist of Rage stops in mid interview to talk to Marq as well! Speaking of Fist of Rage, we t...
Jul 28, 2016•1 hr
In this episode Kirk Windstein returns to the podcast, and this time Tommy Buckley and Matt Brunson join in on the talk as well. We talk about their forthcoming album's sound, Todd Strange returning to the band, reuniting with Matt Thomas in OKC, the Carcass tour, being accessible to fans, Jimmy Bower's tips about performing albums in their entirety, seeing Metallica perform Master of Puppets in its entirety, Down performing huge festivals in Europe, Phil Anselmo being awesome to fans, going out...
Jul 25, 2016•1 hr 14 min
In this episode we are joined by Jon Olivares and Jes De Hoyos of Sons of Texas. Jon and Jes talk to us about the state of their followup to TU's Album of the Year 2015, writing on the road, acoustic tracks, Loud Park, the European tour with Soil and Saliva, Lamb of God, their thoughts on Spotify, how Razor and Tie has been great to them, and a ton more! We kick the episode off with talk about the SOTX show and the performances of Locust Grove and Blackwater Rebellion, we talk about the Temple o...
Jul 21, 2016•50 min
In this episode we are joined by all 4 members of Crane Technique. Dennis, Garrett, Micah and Steve talk to us about their sound, their formation, recording at ZombieLife Studios, their previous work, influences, stand up comedy, the name, the future plans for coming music, working with DMG Productions, and a ton more including the love making of Transformers? We kick it off with a killer song from Crane Technique. Thanks for listening, and please share!
Jul 18, 2016•1 hr 3 min
In this episode we are joined by all four members of Scattered Hamlet. We discuss the status of their new album, the sound of the forthcoming album, the origins of the Beandip nickname, Rich and Adam N attending Lemmy's public memorial, Pokemon, Joad rants on people being responsible, Dolly Parton, Jerry Reed, CBGB's, Guns n Roses, Smokey and the Bandit, and quite a bit of WWE wrestling talk. We kick off the episode with Jason's rant on the Sports Team Crossed With a Band tshirt phenomenon, and ...
Jul 14, 2016•1 hr 9 min
In this episode we are joined by all four members of Fist of Rage. V, Andy, Paullett and Josh talk to us about their forthcoming album, their sound, writing, Andy's vocals, Paullett transitioning from manager to manager/bassist, stories of opening for bands, Andy dressing up when performing, working with Beau Hill, turtles, Chicago Open Air, and a ton more. We kick off the episode talking about Zakk Wylde's solo tour and Book of Shadows album. Thanks for listening, and please share!
Jul 11, 2016•1 hr 20 min
in this episode we are joined by Jeff Sandoval and Mike Araiza. Jeff and Mike talk to us about their great new EP Project Playlist. They talk about fan reaction so far, the production from Chris Collier, Collier's input and help on the songs, having Will Hunt play on some tracks, working with Frank Hannon again, the story behind "Love, Life and Beauty" from the Frank Hannon Band's Six String Soldiers album, Mike's guitar sound, Oni Logan stealing Mike's phone, Mike's collection of guitar riff fi...
Jul 05, 2016•59 min
In this episode we are joined by Scott Baughn of Deathgrip and Mike DePetrillo of Dryvr. Scott talks to us about the status of Deathgrip’s forthcoming “Demonizer” album, the book he is currently writing about his life, his background of starting playing professionally at an early age, he tells stories from his travels around the world, and talks about playing the drums after being diagnosed with MS. Scott and Mike both talk to us about their trip to NAMM, Silverfox Drumsticks, breaking down musi...
Jun 30, 2016•1 hr 26 min
In this episode we talk about the Dokken reunion happening in Japan, we talk the new Death Angel album, throw some props to Mycah for getting on the MOR cruise, talk Bill Ward and Black Sabbath, love for Tony Iommi's solo album and his work work with Glenn Hughes and Tony Martin, some Denaro love, some talk abut our recent Chris Broderick episode, and we play tracks from 5 Star Hooker and Agentz of Khaos. Thanks for listening, and please share!
Jun 28, 2016•49 min
