Talkin' Rock With Meltdown Podcast

I'll be honest, one reason I love doing these interviews so much is because you never know who you're going to get to talk to. I've never met Will Hunt officially, but I've been around him and have watched him play. Talking to him about his career and other things was so enjoyable! We talk about the multitude of bands he's played for including - Motley Crue, Tommy Lee's Methods of Mayhem, Dark New Day, BLS and a ton more. Now he's got another band called the Tempest Project. He tells me how that started and some familiar names in it. Oh, he also tells me about a band he's currently in with STP singer Jeff Gutt...that's for starters! Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben is such a good dude and really talented. This is a fun conversation! On this episode of Talkin' Rock, Ben tells me what's going on in AA's world, why they released an EP, working with Maria Brink from In This Moment on a song called "New Devil" and why they did it, and life in general. He also answered a couple questions from Detroit icon and AA super fan, Karen Newman - and her daughter - and lots more!  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.askingalexandria.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil is just one of those guys you meet and feel like you've known him for years. He's so easy to talk to. This is another fun conversation with him, as we talk about his career, a failed audition for a major band, some fun KISS stories, his thoughts on Saigon Kick  and tons more.  His latest project is called Panic Boom. They've actually been together for the better part of 25 years, but they're putting out new material and Phil talks all about it. Their first single is called Revolution, and you can hear it on their site below.  That's just for starters....I hope you enjoy this! -Meltdown- https://www.panicboomband.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Saxon front man joins me to talk all things Saxon, and more.  We talk about the upcoming Carpe Diem album - that drops on February 4th, how the pandemic has hit him and the band and how it played into the new record. He tells me about working with Andy Sneap and his thoughts on Judas Priest hitting the road as a four piece band. He also answered a question from That Metal Show host Don Jamieson - that was hysterical - and a funny Chris Jericho story from the road.  That's for starters on this episode of Talkin' Rock! -Meltdown- https://www.saxon747.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on the show, two guys with fascinating upbringings. They both tell me about the crazy circles they grew up in, and believe it or not, the struggles they both faced. They talk about the upcoming tour and lots about their rock star lineage.  Kofi and Will are going to be touring later this year, and brining the music of Cream to a whole new audience, and perhaps, some very familiar with it too.  These are two great conversations that I hope you'll enjoy. If you do, toss a 5 star rating on the show! -Meltdown- https://www.musicofcream.com/  https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We kick off 2022 in fine form with the super talented, Nita Strauss. She tells me about her upcoming solo album, the progress made on the new Alice Cooper album, her crazy schedule and the energy she brings on stage..  She answers a question from fellow guitarist, John 5, tells me the most asked questions during her V.I.P. meet and greets, and even talks some NFL.  Nita was so generous with her time, and fun to talk with!  Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.nitastrauss.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just a quick conversation with DL as they gear up to unleash Bad Wolves on the world in 2022.  We talk about the incredible year he's had, working and fitting in with the band, the upcoming tour.....and more! Listen to the end to see who I have on an upcoming episode....enjoy! -Meltdown- https://badwolvesnation.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What an unbelievable talent and story Johnny "Bee" is. On this episode of Talkin' Rock, Johnny tells me about his amazing career and the legends he's not only rubbed elbows with, but played with. He's seen and done it all....this guy needs to write a book! He has a new solo album out called Arc of the Sweeping Sky with his band the Murder Hornets. He tells me all about the album and the guys who played on it. That's just for starters..... Enjoy! -Meltdown- https://www.johnny-bee.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What would the Christmas season be without chatting - and hearing a little guitar playing - without Gary Hoey? It would be like last year, and no one wants that again! Gary talks about great venues he's played, participating in Band Camp and doing Master Classes. He gives an update on the upcoming Lita Ford album and lots more.  Then, around the 17:00 mark, it's Soraia lead singer, ZouZou Mansour. She was on the show a few months back and they've done a ton since. She talks about the tour they did and recording on the road. There's a guest on at least one track from their upcoming album, and that's just for starters.  Enjoy! -Meltdown- http://garyhoey.com/ https://www.soraia.com/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thanks for checking out Talkin' Rock. Today, it's two interviews I conducted this week on Zoom - you can watch here - but I thought I'd put them in audio form in case you missed them. Up first it's David Draiman from Disturbed. They're working on new music, he tells me about that. Plus, he just did a song with Alice Cooper guitarist, Nita Strauss. He tells me about that experience, and that's just for starters with David. Then, around the 22:52 mark, it's Matt from Trivium. Matt is so much fun to talk and he does more than talk. He pulled out his guitar and played two songs! We talk about the band, working on music, and his thoughts on controlling crowds in wake of the recent concert deaths a couple weeks back. Hope you guys enjoy these interviews! -Meltdown- https://www.disturbed1.com/ https://www.trivium.org/ https://wrif.com/podcasts/talkin-rock-with-meltdown/  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.