The Hook Rocks!

My old friend Justin joins me again to discuss Van Halen and how their music connected with our generation. We both grew up during the height of Van Halen's popularity…from the US Festival in 1983…through the gigantic album 1984…to the transition from David Lee Roth to Sammy Hagar. They set the stage for 80's rock and beyond. Enjoy our conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New rock is on the rise and one of the bands leading the way is Greta Van Fleet. However, their rise in popularity is not without dissension as many detractors feel the band is a blatant rip off of the legendary Led Zeppelin. Ari Karnezis returns to the show for a conversation about the comparisons between both bands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After being under-appreciated for decades Richie Kotzen has seen a resurgence in popularity since the Winery Dogs debut album. My guest Crash Crafton from Legendary Rock Interviews and I dive into his solo albums and the different projects throughout his career. Richie Kotzen is an artist you should know and one who needs to be a part of your everyday playlists. In my opinion, he is the best guitarist making NEW music today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Led Zeppelin Bracket Challenge is here! Which song from one of the greatest rock bands of all time will take the title of "Best Led Zeppelin Song Ever!" You decide! Bracket will be posted for you to follow along. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With an all but confirmed world tour yet to be announced, Dean Clark joins us to discuss his passion for AC/DC. From his extensive book collection to his stockpile of vintage tour t-shirts we learn what it's like to be an avid fan of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. For over 30 years Dean has been on the "Highway to Hell" ! I hope you enjoy our discussion as much as I did! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharise Brown and I have a wide ranging discussion on "The Dirt" , The long awaited Motley Crue biopic. We discuss how we remember the events portrayed in the movie, growing up during the height of The Crue's popularity, and our wish for it to be longer…..or have a miniseries. We also share our thoughts on the dynamics within the band and how the band has evolved from the days on the Sunset Strip. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kiss is one of the greatest and most influential American bands in rock 'n ' roll history. Decades filled with huge albums, great songs, and consistent turmoil. My guest Justin Baron and I discuss all of that and more on today's episode. Enjoy the show. "You Want The Best…..You Got The Best……" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are at the half way point of 2019 and it has been a great year for new music. We share our Top 20 (so far)albums we've been listening to and what we've been enjoying from new artists, new bands, and those from yesteryear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Karnezis joins us on today's podcast and discusses the memory and legacy of Chris Cornell. Our conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices