Episodes

  • Episode 72: Ryan Shuck (Adema, Julien-K, ex-Orgy, ex-Dead by Sunrise) 8-9-2022

    Episode 72: Ryan Shuck (Adema, Julien-K, ex-Orgy, ex-Dead by Sunrise) 8-9-2022
    Aug 12 2022
    I sit down on Skype and talk to Ryan Shuck of the bands Adema and Julien-K, and formerly of Orgy and Dead by Sunrise. We discuss Ryan's start in music in the band Sexart with Jonathan Davis from Korn, how that friendship led to Orgy signing with Korn's label Elementree Records, why the original lineup of Orgy disbanded, and whether there is a possibility of ever reuniting. We also cover how issues at the end of the original lineup of Orgy led to the formation of Julien-K, how Ryan's friendship with Chester Bennington led to the collaboration between Julien-K and Chester called Dead by Sunrise, and how the creative process for Julien-K compared to that of Orgy. On the Adema front we discuss the band's tumultuous relationship with original singer Marky Chavez, why some of the band's later material is not available to stream on Spotify, how Ryan became the band's latest singer, and what their plans are for the future. And of course, we discuss Ryan's thoughts on the current state of the music industry. Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "Desperation Day" is the latest single by Julien-K featuring The Anix, and "Violent Principles" is the latest single by Adema. Both songs were included with the permission of Ryan Shuck.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 62: Kill Devil Hill (Mark Zavon, Matt Snell, Mike Dupke) 7-11-2021

    Episode 62: Kill Devil Hill (Mark Zavon, Matt Snell, Mike Dupke) 7-11-2021
    Jul 14 2021
    Before the band's show at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ, I sit down with guitarist Mark Zavon, bassist Matt Snell, and fill-in drummer Mike Dupke of Kill Devil Hill. We discuss the band's formation and where their name came from, the departures of founding member Vinny Appice (ex-Black Sabbath) and bassist Rex Brown (ex-Pantera), and whether fans accept the band as its own thing or try to compare it to its members' former projects. Mark replies to Vinny's recent remark that he left the band because people were never on time, we discuss the band's plans for their next album, and of course we discuss the band's thoughts on the current state of the music industry. Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "War Machine" appears on Kill Devil Hill's self-titled album and "Leave It All Behind" appears on their album Revolution Rise. Both songs were included with the permission of Mark Zavon.
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    37 mins
  • Episode 58: Donald Carpenter (Blisskrieg, ex-Apollo Under Fire, ex-Eye Empire, ex-Submersed

    Episode 58: Donald Carpenter (Blisskrieg, ex-Apollo Under Fire, ex-Eye Empire, ex-Submersed
    Mar 25 2021
    I sit down on Skype (while drinking beer from Ghost Hawk Brewing Co, of course) and talk to Donald Carpenter, vocalist of the band Blisskrieg, and formerly of Submersed, Eye Empire, and Apollo Under Fire. We discuss his journey in each band including how they formed, and in the case of his former bands, why they broke up. We also discuss why he has taken a more melodic vocal approach in Blisskrieg than he did in Eye Empire, and whether or not he would still write and sing a heavier vocal. And of course, I ask him his thoughts on the current state of the music industry. Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. Photo taken by Shaun Carswell. "Inside Me" and “Waiting” appear on Blisskrieg’s debut album Remedy. Both songs were included with the permission of Donald Carpenter.
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    54 mins
  • Nonpoint (Elias Soriano, Robb Rivera) 5-21-2019

    Nonpoint (Elias Soriano, Robb Rivera) 5-21-2019
    May 27 2019

    I sit down with Nonpoint vocalist Elias Soriano and drummer Robb Rivera. We discuss how the band formed and how they came up with their name, what the definition of nonpoint factors are, and how the band came up with their frog logo. #ItsNotADamnSpider We also talk about the changing landscape of the music industry from a sales and summer touring standpoint, and whether all these spring festivals in the US should be held at a different time of year. "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "Chaos and Earthquakes" appears on Nonpoint's latest album X, and "Bullet with a Name" appears on the album To the Pain. Both songs were included with the permission of Robb Rivera.
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    30 mins
  • Jason Emery (Cryptic, Nocturnal Torment) 4-24-2020

    Jason Emery (Cryptic, Nocturnal Torment) 4-24-2020
    May 25 2020
    Jason Emery, aka Pretty Boy Jay, aka Vessel returns to the show for a second attempt at discussing Black Metal. We talk about his bands Cryptic and Nocturnal Torment, including how they were formed and where they are now. He also discusses why he doesn't release his music in the traditional sense, and that you can only get it if you know him, or know someone that knows him. We then approach the more general topic of the Black Metal genre as a whole. Jay explains what black metal is including the sound, how it makes you feel, and and why there is some debate as to whether or not certain bands are Black Metal. Jay also gives his opinion on the different subgenres of Black Metal.

    Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "War and Death" appears on Cryptic's album Voice of Reason and was included with the permission of Jason Emery.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • AJ Cavalier (Diesel Machine, ex-Soil) 11-8-2020

    AJ Cavalier (Diesel Machine, ex-Soil) 11-8-2020
    Nov 17 2020
    I sit down on Skype (while drinking beer from Ghost Hawk Brewing Co, of course) and talk to AJ Cavalier, vocalist of the band Diesel Machine and formerly of Soil. We talk about how Diesel Machine initially formed, why they initially went on hiatus, and why it took about 20 years to release a second album. We also discuss AJ’s time in the band Soil, the challenges of filling the vocalist spot in an established band, and why his departure from the band was announced as a “hiatus” instead of a departure. AJ also gives his thoughts on why bands should change their name when they get a new vocalist, the current state of the music industry, and the online performances that have been a staple of life during COVID-19. Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "Cynical" and “Death March” appear on Diesel Machine’s album Evolve. Both songs were included with the permission of AJ Cavalier.
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    54 mins
  • Tim "Ripper" Owens 3-3-2019

    Tim "Ripper" Owens 3-3-2019
    Mar 22 2019
    I sit down with Tim "Ripper" Owens to discuss his music career and all the bands he has been in. From joining Judas Priest in the 90s, Iced Earth in 2003, Yngwie Malmsteen in 2008, Charred Walls of the Damned in 2009, and Dio Disciples in 2011, we cover it all. We also talk a bit about his solo project Beyond Fear, and his current bands The Three Tremors, Spirits of Fire, and A New Revenge. In addition to his bands, Ripper and I also discuss the current state of the music industry, the necessity of meet & greets for bands to make money, and how he feels about the Dio Hologram. Podcast intro "Rock Intro 3" courtesy of audionautix.com. "Wrath of Asgard" appears on The Three Tremors' self-titled album, and "Light Speed Marching" appears on Spirits of Fire's self-titled album. Both songs were included with the permission of Tim "Ripper" Owens.
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    40 mins