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Bumping Into That SoundLee Jackson of Metaltronix. Iconic amp modder, builder and master of classic rock tone.Lee Jackson of Metaltronix. Iconic amp modder, builder and master of classic rock tone.
Today we’re going into the world of high-gain history with a man who helped shape the sound of an era..
He’s the mind behind some of the most iconic guitar amps of the 70’s '80s and '90s — from hot-rodded Marshalls to his own Metaltronix beasts. He’s worked with players like Steve Vai and George Lynch, and he’s never stopped pushing the envelope when it comes to tone and innovation.
Today, we’re sitting down with the...
2025-10-141h 56Bumping Into That SoundLaurie Marlow from Australian hard rock outfit Heaven.Laurie Marlow from Australian hard rock outfit Heaven.
The band were a big part of the early 80’s Hard Rock and Heavy Metal scene in Australia.
The band toured the world with, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Mötley Crüe, Black Sabbath and Kiss for more than 4 years while being based in LA.
And now, Laurie’s got the band back together. They are about to do a run of Australian shows before heading over to Japan and Europe. There is also talk about a new album being recorded.
I spent a coup...
2025-10-021h 48Bumping Into That SoundAustralian born singer, song writer and producer Rick Price.Rick burst on to the Australian music scene in the 1990’s with his Breakthrough: debut album Heaven Knows. The album reached the ARIA top 3; and gave us singles like “Not A Day Goes By” and “Heaven Knows” all reaching the top 10.
Ricks song writing influences go far behind the pop music world with deep ties to soulful rhythm and blues and country style writing.
In this episode we talk about his origins from the small country town he grew up in, then being thrust into the world of fame to now living in Nashville where he owns a...
2025-09-1536 minBumping Into That SoundThe Frank Levi Story: Inside the Legendary S.I.R. Amps with Brian ZirconFrank Levi worked with the whose who of Rock and chances are you’ve heard his amps on your favourite albums or tours.
Of course, no story about Frank is complete without mentioning the famous Marshall S.I.R. rental amps—the mystery machines that fueled some of the greatest recordings and tours of the ‘80s and ‘90s.
For years, fans and players alike have debated: who actually modded what and what models were used on GnR's Appetite for Destruction. Today, we’ll go straight to the source and dive into the history around numbers 34, 36 and the mi...
2025-08-312h 07Bumping Into That SoundAlan Niven. The former Guns N' Roses mangers very personal insight behind Sound and Fury.Bands don’t come much bigger than GNR and my guest was there from the early days and directly responsible for managing them through the chaos of fame to navigating deals with the heavyweights of music industry.
He’s a manager, producer, storyteller — and now, for the first time — an author.
Alan Niven has just released his debut book, Sound and Furry, and it’s every bit as sharp, honest, and compelling as you would expect.
For this interview I tried to dig into the stories behind the pages rather than trail down the obviou...
2025-07-221h 26Bumping Into That SoundVoltage Cable co. The world famous coily guitar cable company secure a world first patent on a treatment to an audio cableToday on the show we are talking with Thomas Welladsen of Voltage Cable co. The world famous coily cable company that offers a life time warranty on all their hand made guitar cable products.
In his pursuit of offering the most durable cables in the world, Thomas has secure a world first patent on an treatment to an audio cable. Their ISO COAT is a Hermetic seal that offers unrivalled durability and now his got a world first patent to secure it.
This is the inside story about not only what that patent means but...
2025-07-2049 minBumping Into That SoundGuitarist Austin Ingerman of U.S. rock outfit GunshineGunshine is a band that channels the raw spirit of old-school rock, drawing inspiration from legends like Guns N’ Roses and Def Leppard—yet with a modern, hard-hitting edge all their own. With gritty riffs, infectious hooks, and an electrifying energy that jumps straight out of the speakers, they’ve been making serious waves—tearing up stages and dropping powerful tracks that are turning heads in the rock world.
I had the pleasure of spending an hour with guitarist Austin Ingerman, where we dove into the band's origins, their songwriting process, working with producer/engineer Chris Collier, and of c...
2025-07-0738 minBumping Into That SoundRose Carleo. A career steeped in Country, Blues and Rock.I'm joined by Australian artist Rose Carleo, frontwoman of the Rose Carleo Band.
With a career spanning over 20 years, Rose has worked alongside some of Australia’s most iconic musicians and built an impressive catalogue across Country, Blues, and Rock.
The Rose Carleo Band has just dropped their brand-new single, Daisies Song, which is available now on all major streaming platforms.
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rose to talk about the standout moments from her musical career— and to dive into the inspiration behind Daisies Song.
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2025-05-2839 minBumping Into That SoundGuitarist Brett Wood. From Pete Murray and Electric Mary to heading out on his own.
Whether it’s blues, rock, or something in between, Brett Wood delivers a signature style that’s both powerful and heartfelt.
From catching the attention of the legendary Tommy Emmanuel, to touring the world with Pete Murray, and laying down some of the best hard rock riffs with Electric Mary — this is Brett’s story, as he prepares to launch his solo career.
We also dive into the gear behind his signature sound, and the story behind his latest single, Real Piece of Work.
Find out more about the Brett: www.brettwood...
2025-05-011h 36Bumping Into That SoundDoug Aldrich. The Dead Daisies and the making of the Blackstar DA Ruby 100 amplifier.From Whitesnake to Dio and of course the Dead Daisies, our guest today is a true rock and roll icon.
Doug Aldrich. A powerhouse guitarist and absolute gentleman of the music industry.
A guitarist whose work and fan base is multi-generational, and he continues to keep innovating and creating some of the best hard rock and blues rock songs of the modern era
The Dead Daisies have recently released a new album called Light em up and are about to realise a new blues album called Lookin' For Trouble.
To add...
2025-04-1256 minBumping Into That SoundAngry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 2.Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. From the beginning to The Hard Road Tour and the end after 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 2.
More about Rose Tattoo: https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/
More about Bumping into that sound here: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au
Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar
Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis.
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2025-04-031h 12Bumping Into That SoundAngry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 1.Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. From the beginning to The Hard Road Tour and the end after 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 1 of 2.
We’ve got a true icon on the show, a beacon of hard blues rock who’s influence is world reaching and has inspired some of the biggest music acts in history such as Guns and Roses.
I was fortunate enough to spend some time with none other than Angry Anderson, the powerhouse frontman of Rose Tattoo.
For 50 years! Angry has been delivering loud and raw, straight-out rock ‘n’ roll.
Fr...
2025-03-312h 08Bumping Into That SoundIndie music artist Stefan West. A very personal journey marked by resilience and redemption.This is a special edition episode as we were asked to take part of Podcasthon 2025—a massive collection of podcasts all over the world coming together for a great cause! More than 1500 podcasts across more than 40 countries take place to release an episode on the same day with each listing a charity listeners can donate to should they choose.
For this episode I have selected Support Act.
Support Act is the music industry’s charity, delivering crisis relief services to musicians, managers, crew and music workers across all genres who are unable to work due to i...
2025-03-151h 11Bumping Into That SoundJim Hagerman, the mastermind behind Hagerman Amplification and Tube based Guitar pedals.Today, we’re talking to a true innovator in the world of boutique guitar gear—Jim Hagerman, the mastermind behind Hagerman Amplification.
Jim’s been designing some of the most unique and high-quality pedals and amps out there, combining vintage-inspired tones with modern innovation. Whether you're chasing that perfect overdrive or a killer boost, Hagerman’s creations have been winning over players from all over the world.
In this episode, we’ll get into Jim’s approach to amp and pedal design, what makes his gear stand out, and some insights into his latest projects. So, plug in...
2025-02-2832 minBumping Into That SoundJack Moore. Honouring is Fathers Gary Moore’s legacy, while forging his own path in the music industry.Jack Moore is not only an incredibly talented musician in his own right, but Jack is the son of the legendary Guitarist Gary Moore.
Jack has been carving his own path in the music world, blending his father’s blues-rock legacy with his own unique style.
I was fortunate enough to grab a small window of time with Jack in between studio sessions where we spoke about his music journey as he had just released a new single along with talking about his dads equipment and much admired sound.
Jack is also about to start working with Bob Daisley who al...
2025-02-1021 minBumping Into That SoundDavid Szabados of LegendaryTones. Getting hot rodded Marshall sounds with the Hot Mod EVO 2 and George Lynch Mr. Scary Mod.David Szabados of LegendaryTones. Getting hot rodded Marshall sounds with the Hot Mod EVO 2 and George Lynch Mr. Scary Mod.
Today, we’re going into the world of modded Marshall tones. Hot off the release of Marshalls new factory built modded models and Dave Friedman releasing an official Jose amp, we going to talk with none other than David Szabados of LegendaryTones.
So, if you’re a fan of classic amps like the Marshall JCM800 being pushed to their limits, you’ve probably heard of his Hot Mod and the George Lynch Mr. Scary Mod.
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2025-02-071h 23Bumping Into That SoundThe Rock is not dead festival creators and promotorsWe’re joined by the driving force behind the much-anticipated Rock Is Not Dead festival.
Festival creators and promotors Shane and Mark are here to share their very personal experiences, challenges and insight on what’s shaping up to be a celebration of raw rock music.
We’ll talk line-up, vision, the day to day obstacles of being a promotor and how this festival is doing its part to keep the rock flame alive for generations to come.
You can find tickets to the event here: https://www.oztix.com.au/search?q=Rock%2...
2025-01-2340 minBumping Into That SoundJohn Corabi of the Dead Daisies. So much more than Mötley.Today, we’re joined by none other than John Corabi, a true rock veteran with a career spanning decades and arguably the coolest Daisy.
From fronting Mötley Crüe in the '90s to his work with The Dead Daisies and Union, John has made his mark with his raw vocals, unique style, and pure rock 'n' roll spirit.
On this episode we’ll dive into his incredible journey, talk about his book, his thoughts on the evolution of rock, and what’s next in his ever-evolving career.
There is also a few litt...
2024-11-201h 26Bumping Into That SoundDeep dive with David Grissom on his signature PRS DGT SE and the PRS DGT 15 AmplifierDeep dive with David Grissom on his signature PRS DGT SE and the PRS DGT 15 Amplifier.
Today, we have the honour of chatting with the legendary and highly sort after guitarist, David Grissom.
Known for his incredible tone and mastery of blues, rock, and country, David has played alongside some of the biggest names in music, from Joe Ely to John Mellencamp.
This is the second time we have been lucky enough to speak with David and for this new episode we are diving into the gear that shapes his sound and his...
2024-11-161h 22Bumping Into That SoundElectric Mary. Rusty Brown on the Long Ride Home Tour and Shaun.Electric Mary's Rusty Brown on the Long Ride Home Tour.
We’re shining a spotlight on one of the rawest, high-energy rock bands of our time—Electric Mary and my guest is Rusty Brown.
Hailing from Australia, this powerhouse group has been delivering gritty, soul-infused rock ‘n’ roll since 2003, capturing the essence of classic rock with a modern twist. From their thunderous riffs to their unforgettable live performances, Electric Mary is a band that brings the spirit of rock’n’roll to life.
Stick around as we explore the deep meaning behind the new single...
2024-10-181h 33Bumping Into That SoundRonnie Simmons. From Faster Pussycat, Richie Ramone and Rose Tattoo. The LA rock music scene to guitars and amps.From the life within the LA rock scene to guitars and amps, we are going to cover it all with the Australian born, world admired, Rock Guitarist Ronnie Simmons.
Ronnie's been the star guitarist for Faster Pussycat – Richie Ramone – Rose Tattoo and now his own project with The Redback Spiders.
Turnup the volume and tune in for an insight in to the world of rock'n'roll with Ronnie Simmons.
Find out more at: https://ronnie-simmons.com/
Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar
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2024-10-041h 01Bumping Into That SoundThomas Welladsen of the Voltage Cable Co. Could these be the words best vintage inspired guitar cablesThomas Welladsen of the Voltage Cable Co.
Could these be the words best vintage inspired guitar cables.
This is the story behind one of the most sort after vintage inspired and highest quality guitar cables on the word market.
The Voltage Cable co is based in Sydney Australia where everything is handmade on site and offered with a lifelong warranty that follows the cord, not the owner.
A driving passion to create the worlds best sounding and performing guitar and instrument cables with a vintage flair...
2024-09-291h 01Bumping Into That SoundDavid Lowy. The Dead Daisies. Bumping into that sound.Welcome to Bumping into that sound. This is the dedicated channel for all things Rock and Tone from the Bumping into family of podcasts.
Official Episode 1: David Lowy. The businessman long associated with the Westfield shopping centre businesses but also guitarist and founding member of iconic Rock super group, The Dead Daisies.
There are those that will only know him for his business acumen and have no idea that by night he is an international rock star and guitarist of one of the best sounding hard rock super bands in the world.
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2024-09-2736 minBumping Into That SoundBumping into that sound TrailerComing soon: Bumping into that sound.
Part of the Bumping into podcast family, a new offshoot for all things tone and music.
Find out more here - www.bumpinginto.com.au
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