Talkin' Rock With Meltdown Podcast

On today's podcast, I talk with Kevin Martin about the upcoming Candlebox album, Wolves. He wrote with Chris Cornell's older brother, Peter, on the single "Let Me Down Easy". We talked about the beginning of the band and the Seattle scene, touring and getting to hang with RUSH, his prized 1972 guitar he calls Emmy Lou and tons more.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.candleboxrocks.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.

Maria Brink checks in today to talk about lots of topics. The lock-down and what she's been up to, her persona on stage and the release it gives her, her privacy, if Queen or Steve Miller have commented on the covers and more. I love talking to Maria! So much fun. Thanks for listening.... -Meltdown- https://www.inthismomentofficial.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.

It's been forever since I interviewed a member of Nickelback. That ends today! Mike was kind enough to hop on the line with me and talk about their latest song, the cover of the Charlie Daniels hit "The Devil Went Down To Georgia", the biggest gig they played in Detroit for a country-wide audience, some GREAT Pantera stories and his sobriety. Their monster album "All The Right Reasons" turns 15 this fall and he talks about what they have planned. We talked about the Tragically Hip, his favorite bassist, hockey and more. Thank you so much for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.nickelback.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.

Jimmie Bones has lent some of his music to a documentary called "Our Family, Our Home: Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post 28 Grand Haven, MI" We talk about how that came about and the importance of supporting the troops for him and the band. Plus, we talk about the recent 22nd anniversary of the "Devil without a Cause" Kid Rock album, the Y2K show at the Pontiac Silverdome and tons more.  Watch the trailer for the doc here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_pe4bDe84g Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.jimmiebones.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.

With the first Alcatrazz album out in 34 years, singer Graham Bonnet is my guest today on Talkin' Rock. There's lots to talk about including the new album, Bob Kulick's contribution to it, his Motor City influences and more. We talk about the legendary guitarists he's played with, his days in Rainbow, sobriety and if he feels he owes anyone an apology for some of the things he did under the influence.  I got a lot out of this conversation. I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did. Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.alcatrazzofficial.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 new Avatar album is out and it's kick ass! Today, Johannes joins me to discuss the new album, what's happening with the band & working with Corey Taylor, producer Jay Ruston. We talk about wrestling, how the band has evolved, what it's like to don the make-up and lots more.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://avatarmetal.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.

Every time I get the chance to talk to anyone in Steel Panther, I jump at it. Today, Michael Starr calls in to promote their upcoming "RockDown in the LockDown" live show. He talks about that and what's gone into it, he chimes in on the Sebastian Bach vs. Chris Jericho internet squabble, an Alexis Arquette on stage moment, a great story from his time working on the movie "Rockstar" and more.  Another fun interview with Michael..... Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://steelpantherrocks.com/ https://wrif.com/event/steel-panthers-rockdown-in-the-lockdown/ 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.

Corey Taylor's solo album drops in early October but two singles have already been  released. Today, I ask Corey why a solo album and why now. He talks wrestling, Stone Sour and lots more.  Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- https://www.thecoreytaylor.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.

This is another fun one. I did something with Don waaaay back in the day that I'm sure he hasn't done since, and to be honest, no other rock star has probably ever done. We talk about that strange day. Plus, he gives me the low-down on "The Lost Songs 1978-1981" which will be released August 28th. We talk about the history of Dokken, the grunge decade, Lars fighting Napster, his health and lots more.  Thanks for listening! -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.

This is another fun listen. I've never met or interviewed Jean-Paul, but I found him to be fun and engaged. Lots of topics are discussed. Their upcoming "Live from the Doom Saloon" internet concert and the how's and why's of doing it. We talk about upcoming new music from Clutch, owning their own label, the music scene growing up in Maryland, recent comments from Spotify, the longevity of the band with the same members, working with Lamb of God's Mark Morton.....and way more! Thanks for listening! -Meltdown- http://www.pro-rock.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.