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Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneLaughing Dog/Joe TapiaFULL INTERVIEW, Vocalist/bassist founding member Joe Tapia of Albuquerque's Legendary Grind outfit Laughing Dog. Portions of this interview were originally aired on Albuquerque radio station 94.5 KTBL The Pit, in November.
2025-12-0317 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneRoadside Memorial/Ray CordovaFULL INTERVIEW with Vocalist Ray Cordova of Albuquerque punk rock outfit Roadside Memorial. Exerpts of this interview were first aired on Albuquerque radio station KTBL 94.5FM The Pit. We caught up with ray to talk about a listening party he will be having for Roadside Memorial's split album with Grazer Grant Brutalismus/La Bajada 12" on Grazil Records
2025-11-2219 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneBuckcherry/Francis RuizFull interview with Albuquerque Native, and drummer Francis Ruiz of Buckcherry. Excerpts of this interview were used for the local Albuquerque Radio Station 94.5FM KTBL the Pit. Francis joined Mike Trujillo as BuckCherry played in early November 2025 in Albuquerque, NM
2025-11-1917 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneDarken the Day (New Mexico Metal Outfit)Full interview with New Mexico Metal Outfit, Darken the Day. Excerpts of this interview were used for the local Albuquerque Radio Station 94.5FM KTBL the Pit. Guitarist Robert Smith joined Mike Trujillo as Darken the Day prepped to open for BuckCherry in early November 2025 in Albuquerque, NM
2025-11-1912 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneIan Hill/Judas PriestMike Trujillo is joined by legendary bassist/founding member of Judas Priest, Ian Hill. This interview was originally done for an Albuquerque radio station KTBL 94.5FM The Pit, where excerpts were used. This is the full interview. In this interview we talk, the tour with Alice Cooper, Priest's latest album The Invincible Shield, and memories of the late Ozzy Osbourne, and Ace Frehley.
2025-10-2915 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneRaven Chacon: Tiquex, A Super CompostionJoining Mike Trujillo on ZH2 Metal Zone, based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico USA is musician, artist, composer, Pulitzer Prize winner, and Metal Man Raven Chacon to talk to us about a tremendous undertaking he will be conducting on Saturday September 27th, 2025 in Albuquerque, entitled Tiquex A Super Compostion. Raven also talks about a collaboration with Iggor Cavalera, and gives us an update on his Albuquerque based band Tenderizor
2025-09-2231 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneIkana; Bassist Mario RiveraNew Mexico homeboy Mario Rivera currently with Ikana, also with Nights Live Thieves, and legendary punk band from Albuquerque, New Mexico's Left Unsaid joins Mike to talk about the band and the 28th Birthday of the greatest New Mexico venue of all time the Launchpad, he also talks the documentary of Left Unsaid, "never ending, it's better this way".
2025-08-1327 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneInsecticide: MEGA THRASHERSBadass and fun conversation with LA's MEGA THRASHERS INSECTICIDE! Nearing 40 years in the game, I caught up quickly with founding members Sherman Jones Vocalist/Bass, and Brian "Gimme" Smith. We talked good times, old times and current times of the state of one of Metals most prolific acts, "everyone has heard of, but never heard" as they put it lol!!! They can bring it and they always do!!!
2025-07-2159 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneBeowulf; A Tribute to Dale HendersonThis episode is a tribute to the life and music of Dale Henderson musician, artist, founder/ guitarist, and lead singer for the legendary Venice Beach, California punk/hardcore outfit Beowulf. Joining us on this Tribute episode, are four former members of Beowulf. First up is bassist Dug Mug, then guitarist Brian "Gimme" Smith, another axeman Stephen Crapia, and lastly drummer Dinesh Chaudiri. They share some insight and stories into the life of Dale as a musician, and friend. Please enjoy and Long Live the Spirit of Dale and Beowulf!!!
2025-07-073h 08Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneBeowulf; A Tribute to Dale HendersonThis is a tribute episode, to the memory of the late great artist/musician and founder/guitartist/vocalist of the Venice, California legends Beowulf. Dale sadly lost his life this past May, and a Memorial Concert will be held in his honor on Sunday July 13th, with many past members of Beowulf performing songs from each album in the Beowulf catalogue. On this episode we spoke to four former members of Beowulf, and Koolwhip, another of Dale's projects. We are joined by Dug Mug (bassist), Brian "Gimme" Smith (guitar), Stephen Crapia (guitar), and Dinesh Chaudiri (drums). They all took some...
2025-07-063h 09Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneDesmadre NM (metal, hardcore, punk)Vocalist for the hardcore/metal/punk outift Desmadre NM, originally out ot Espanola, New Mexico Michael Hodock joins me to talk about the latest show and things that Desmadre have coming up. Michael is also an entertaiment journalist for the The Paper (https://abq.news) on online peridical out of Albuquerque, New Mexico, he also gives us some interesting takes from that side of the spectrum.
2025-05-2339 minZero Hour Squared Metal Zone505 Grindfest 2 Albuquerque, NM 2025Organizer Gary Madrid, from Ren's Den in Albuquerque, New Mexico joins Mike to talk about Grindfest 2. A two day event, which features some primiere artists in Grind and beyond. Some of the artists that will perform include RV Bomb, Violent Opposition, Laughing Dog, Groin and many others held on Saturday May 10th, and Sunday May 11th 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
2025-05-0537 min
Faut Pas Pousser Les ISOLE GRAND DÉBAT - S1006 - AU COIN DU FEU CONVERSATIONS AVEC STANLEY LEROUX🎧 📸 Nous vous proposons d’écouter l’intégralité de notre échange intimiste et « Au coin du feu » avec Stanley Leroux et nos invités.À nos micros : Stanley Leroux, Anne de Vandiere, Simon Edwards, Tony Crocetta, Mike Rendell, Alexandre Navarro, Denis Öztorun, Baptiste SotoCe GRAND DÉBAT est issu de l'épisode S1006 intitulé « Au coin du feu, conversations avec Stanley Leroux » diffusé en intégralité le 10 avril 2025.Animateurs / JournalistesCet épisode est co-animé par Ar...
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Faut Pas Pousser Les ISOS1006 - AU COIN DU FEU : CONVERSATIONS AVEC STANLEY LEROUX🔥🎧 📸 Notre 6ème émission est en cours de diffusion. Nous sommes au coin du feu avec le photographe Stanley Leroux.À nos micros pour cette émission : Stanley Leroux (Photographe), Anne de Vandiere (Photographe), Simon Edwards (Directeur artistique, Salon de la Photo), Tony Crocetta (Photographe), Mike Rendell (Entrepreneur), Alexandre Navarro (Secrétaire général de la Commission nationale française pour l’UNESCO), Denis Öztorun (Maire de Bonneuil-sur-Marne), Baptiste Soto (Phox).Animateurs / JournalistesCet épisode est co-animé par Arthur Azoulay et Benjamin Favier.🗓️ Procha...
2025-04-101h 57Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneMike Trujillo/Channing Concho (drummer Suspended) talk Pesado (docuseries)Host of the Zero Hour Squared Metal Zone podcast and Suspended Drummer Channing Concho talk about Pesado "Stories of Heavy Music in New Mexico" a new docuseries prdocuced by Mike Trujillo show casing stories of all walks of life in Heavy New Mexico. Both Suspended and I collaborated on a sneak peak show of the docuseries which will be April 13, 2025 at Rens Den in Albuquerque, NM. Which will also feature the bands Suspended, GoO-nEe-NeEs, Baptized in Sin, and Taj
2025-04-0739 min
The Pencil Pusher's PodcastAnimating Legendary Tales: A Conversation with Alain SeguinIn this episode of the Pencil Pushers Podcast, host Mike Rosado sits down with Canadian animator Alain Seguin, who has been in the animation industry for over 27 years. Seguin discusses his early influences, such as watching Looney Tunes and Aladdin, and how these childhood inspirations led him to pursue a career in animation. He shares his extensive experience working on commercials for 17 years before transitioning to feature films and TV shows, including Space Jam: A New Legacy, Enchanted, and HBO Max's Looney Tunes series. Seguin also offers insights into his role as a senior animator on the new theatrically...
2025-04-031h 05The Pencil Pusher's PodcastWe Bought a Farm: The Printed Peanut's Louise Lockhart moves to the country.In this episode of the Pencil Pushers Podcast, host Mike Rosado reconnects with illustrator Louise Lockhart, founder of The Printed Peanut. Since her last appearance in 2019, Louise has undergone significant life changes, including relocating with her family from city life to a farm in Monmouthshire, Wales. Mike and Louise discuss how this move has impacted her creative process, business, and personal life. Louise shares her experiences of balancing motherhood, managing her business, and staying creatively inspired. She emphasizes the importance of taking breaks and making decisions that prioritize personal fulfillment over financial gain. The conversation, much like...
2025-03-1745 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneAllegaeon "Melotech" from Ft. Collins, ColoradoAn awesome and very cool and candid interview with Vocalist Ezra Haynes of Ft. Collins, Colorados Allegaeon. Returning with their latest effort scheduled to be released via Metal Blade Records on April 4th, 2025 entitled The Ossuary Lens. We talk about some heavy subjects like alcoholism, and Ezra's return to the band, and their upcoming tour with Warbringer. Check it out good stuff!
2025-03-1444 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneScroll Heavy outfit from Albuquerque, NMHell yea!!! Join me on this fiucking awesome epidode of music Veterans and friends of mine Fucking Scroll!!! Without further ado here are Vocalist Brandon Garcia, Guitarist Eric Nussbickel, Roman Barham, and Brian Banks....Dynamic, Fun, and Legendary!!! Ladies and Gentlemen, I bring you the fury of the Scroll!!!!
2025-03-1139 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneSuspended (New Mexico Metal outfit)A candid, and sometimes emotional interview with New Mexico's Metal Queens Suspended. I have known this band for over 20 years, and I have watch them grow from brighteyed young thrashers to a well refined Metal machine, that engages with their community and shares their mature outlook as well as an extreme influence to the younger generation of women in Metal and Punk, as well as others in all walks of life. Having shared the stage with the likes of Kreator and Nervosa, this band continues to grow, and they do so without mercy or permission. Ladies and Gentlemen from Albuquerque...
2025-02-2456 minThe Pencil Pusher's PodcastThe Luminous Life and Times of Graphic Artist, Lauren GriffinIn this episode of the Pencil Pushers Podcast, host Mike Rosado interviews local designer and illustrator Lauren Griffin. Lauren shares her journey, from growing up in multiple cities to settling in Durham, North Carolina. With an impressive portfolio that includes work for Helms Workshop and Pabst Blue Ribbon, Lauren discusses her passion for creating playful yet sophisticated illustrations and brand identity design. She also talks about her newfound love for neon design, featuring pieces in the Museum of Neon Art in Los Angeles, as well as her preparations for her first solo show in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.Lauren reflects o...
2025-02-102h 00Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneTony Dolan (The Demolition Man) of Venom Inc,Intense, Enthusiastic, and Insigthtful are the three words I took away, after talking to the legendary Demoliton Man, Tony Dolan of Venom Inc. We discussed a lot ranging from sports, his prospective on America and touring, and of course the demon that is Venom Inc, Truly a clasic, candid and thoughtful interview. Venom Inc. will be in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the Sister Bar February 10th 2025 as they continue to attack the States and subjagate you for feed for their demons!
2025-02-031h 03The Pencil Pusher's PodcastThe Universe of Vamos: Raul the Third's TaleIt's another banger from the Pencil Pushers Podcast, as host Mike Rosado converses with Raul the Third, a New York Times bestselling and three-time Pura Belpré award-winning illustrator and author. Raul shares insight into his creative journey from growing up in El Paso, Texas, and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, to becoming an influential figure in children's literature. Known for his Vamos series, which reflects his Mexican American heritage, Raul discusses his creative process, inspirations, and the importance of embracing one's culture through art. The conversation delves into his early love for comic books, the challenges of breaking into the publishing w...
2025-01-241h 03Zero Hour Squared Metal ZonePentagram drummer Henry VasquezHenry Vasquez of (Blood of the Sun, Sourvein, Saint Vitus, Porn (The Men Of), Debris Inc., Spirit Caravan, The Skull, Legion of Doom, Archie Bunker) fame, disusses working on Pentagrams 10th Studio Album entitled "Lightning in a Bottle". He talkes about the creation of the album with Mos Generator's Tony Reed and Legendary vocalist Bobby Liebling, as they get ready to release their new album on Heavy Psych Sounds Records on 1/31/25
2025-01-2129 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneAlbuquerque Punk Rock; Roadside MemorialJoining the Zero Hour Squared Metal Zone podcast is long time punk/metal vocalist Ray Cordova from the Albuquerque based band Roadside Memorial. Busy band, fun as fuck! He talks about the band and their history, as well as a huge shindig they are playing New Years Eve at Launchpad here in Albuuerque, with the legendary Scared of Chaka!
2024-12-2744 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneMetal Xmas Food Drive/NMDM's Melynda "Mimmo" MontanoHelping fight hunger in the community from the New Mexico Chapter NMDM member Melynda "Mimmo" Montano comes in to discuss NMDM's 10th Annual Brutal Christmas Drive featuring 5 of New Mexico's top notch Metal acts, which include Stygian Rot, Nocturne, Inferno AntiChirst, RNA (Ritual Noise Abuse), and Ethereal Moon! All proceeds for this event go to help the Roadrunner Food Bank
2024-12-1531 min
The Mike Litton ExperienceVery Successful Real Estate Investor Dedicates His Life To Helping Others Including His Children Live Their Best Lives!Jesse Trujillo was born and raised in Chula Vista, California, a community just south of San Diego. He grew up in a family that struggled financially and at an early age he equated real estate with financial success and increased financial ease. He started in real estate while he was a student at University Of California San Diego studying pre med. He was working and training doctors that would tell him that if they had it to do all over again they would just be in the real estate business instead of medicine. Jesse decided to focus on real estate a...
2024-11-2048 min
NC F&B PodcastDurham's East Side Treasure: Mike D's BBQMax sits down with Mike De Los Santos, popularly known as Mike D from Mike D's Barbecue in Durham. We get into Mike D's Dominican heritage, financial and operational challenges faced in the restaurant industry, and the art and science of barbecue-making. It's a blend of humor and seriousness, touching on community support, moral values, and the pursuit of culinary authenticity. Mike D employs a strategy to create standout barbecue sauces and dishes, his commitment to paying a living wage, and the importance of local support in the barbecue business.
2024-10-241h 14Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneABQ Headbangers MarketWe sat down with ABQ Headbangers Market (Albuquerque, NM) founders and event coordinators, Brenda Enriquez-Lopez, Michael Lopez, and Andres Diaz. This was an extremly fun conversartion about what this Market is and does for the community. They talk to us abuout it's growth and impact, and how it was developed. Vendors and bands reach out to these folks they are fun and very good people!
2024-10-0951 min
In Love with the Process PodcastRPRT28 | A Real Stand-Up Act (w/ Saul Trujillo)On this episode of Right Place Right Time, Mike and Lance sit down with the hilarious Saul Trujillo, a stand-up comic with a knack for turning life’s curveballs into punchlines. They dive deep into Saul’s journey from Northern to Southern California, navigating homelessness, and the unexpected moments that lead to love. Plus, the trio bonds over their shared obsession with mouth-watering food. Equal parts funny, heartfelt, and real, this conversation will leave you craving a good laugh—and maybe a great meal!---------------------------------Music by Mitch Murder►Saul Trujillo's IG: instagram.com/saulcomedy?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==►Mike Pecci's IG: instagram.com/mikepe...
2024-10-031h 35Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneStygian Rot (Albuquerque, NM Metal/Hardcore)A Fucking killer act out of Albuquerque, New Mexico Stygian Rot!!! Joining me on this interview is guitarist Krystal Kolodeiej of Stygian Rot!!! She talks about the origins of the band, what they are currentlly up to, and their six song cassette. Enjoy this interview and please like, share, or subscribe to this podcast! Salud!!!
2024-09-2532 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneNight Child from Albuquerque,NMFrom Albuquerque, New Mexico Night Child! Trujillo sits down and has a very down to earth and insightful interview with this hungry and nasty Metal outfit that will satisfy every favorite style of Metal, hardcore, and punk. Night Child delivers the goods, as they roll forward full steam ahead with their brand new debut cassette EP! Enjoy these are some good guys!!!
2024-09-0356 minThe Pencil Pusher's PodcastThe Dutch Touch: Entrepreneurial Spirit and Hand-Drawn Brilliance of Don LeonIn this episode of the Pencil Pushers Podcast, host Mike Rosado sits down with Dutch designer and illustrator Don Leon for a lively conversation about his creative journey. They explore Don's path from childhood through high school, reflecting on his early struggles to find his passion before ultimately launching his own studio, De Don Leon Designs, in 2017. The discussion dives into the heart of Don's career, touching on his design inspirations, creative process, and how he's adjusting to life as a new father while balancing his work. They also chat about some of Don's notable projects, the challenges...
2024-08-2647 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneNew Mexico's Darken the DayKiller interview with New Mexico Veterans Mike "Gutter" Garcia, and Robert Smith of the band Darken the Day. They candidly talk about their new release an EP entitled "Lessons" which they self produced and released a few weeks ago. Plus they talk the New Mexico scene, great advice for younger groups, and the stlye of Metal by which they create. All here on the ZH2 Metal Zone
2024-08-141h 00Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneNew Mexico's Darken the DayA very cool interview with New Mexico veterens Mike "Gutte" Garcia, and Robert Smith of the band Darken the Day. They discuss their latest effort an EP entitled "Lessons", which was self produced and released. As well as talking aboout the New Mexico scene, and what they bring to the Metal World!!!
2024-08-141h 00Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneA conversation with DAATHCool interview with vocalist Sean Z of DAATH! After a 14 year hitatus DAATH returns with on of the best METAL albums of 2024. We talk about the hiatus, touring plans, and guest guitarists who play on this album entitled "The Decievers" via Metal Blade Records! Enjoy!!!
2024-07-3130 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneHanging out with Albuquerque’s Violet RisingOn this episode I hang out and have a great time with one of Albuquerque's dynamic Hard Rock outfits Violet Rising. This band is extremely talented, moody and heavy, and are making huge wave across the desert southwest and abroad. They disucss their origins and what they have to deliver! Check it out and enjoy!
2024-07-081h 28
The Mike Wagner ShowThe multi-talented singer/songwriter/bassist Freddy Trujillo with “I Never Threw a Shadow at It”!
Simi Valley born/Portland, OR based singer/songwriter & bassist for The Delines and Richmond Fontaine Freddy Trujillo talks about his latest release “I Never Threw a Shadow at It” plus “Amexica”, “Sketch of a Man”, “Hawks & Highways” and more! Freddy spent most of his amazing career playing in the Los Angeles area with Pat Smear, I Love You, Am’e Loran, A Family Affair, and Federale with a dedicated following on Spotify, You Tube, etc. , and speaks about his most recent release based on Chicano experiences including an encounter with the LAPD in a stolen car incident! Check out the latest release...
2024-05-2336 minThe Mike Wagner ShowThe multi-talented singer/songwriter/bassist Freddy Trujillo with “I Never Threw a Shadow at It”!
Simi Valley born/Portland, OR based singer/songwriter & bassist for The Delines and Richmond Fontaine Freddy Trujillo talks about his latest release “I Never Threw a Shadow at It” plus “Amexica”, “Sketch of a Man”, “Hawks & Highways” and more! Freddy spent most of his amazing career playing in the Los Angeles area with Pat Smear, I Love You, Am’e Loran, A Family Affair, and Federale with a dedicated following on Spotify, You Tube, etc. , and speaks about his most recent release based on Chicano experiences including an encounter with the LAPD in a stolen car incident! Check out the latest release...
2024-05-2346 min
The Mike Wagner ShowThe multi-talented singer/songwriter/bassist Freddy Trujillo with “I Never Threw a Shadow at It”!Simi Valley born/Portland, OR based singer/songwriter & bassist for The Delines and Richmond Fontaine Freddy Trujillo talks about his latest release “I Never Threw a Shadow at It” plus “Amexica”, “Sketch of a Man”, “Hawks & Highways” and more! Freddy spent most of his amazing career playing in the Los Angeles area with Pat Smear, I Love You, Am’e Loran, A Family Affair, and Federale with a dedicated following on Spotify, You Tube, etc. , and speaks about his most recent release based on Chicano experiences including an encounter with the LAPD in a stolen car incident! Check out the latest release fro...
2024-05-2346 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneBurque Rock City's (festival) Roman BarhamA hilarious and informative interview with Burque Rock City's (festival).Founder Roman Barham!This is going to be an epic festival headlined by Profantica June 1st and 2nd, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
2024-05-221h 14Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneGuitarist Jack Owen of Six Feet UnderSix Feet Under is back with a new album, and it rippppps! Guitarist Jack Owen talks about their latest effort entitled "Killing for Revenge", which just dropped last week via Metal Blade Records.
2024-05-1425 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneCool and candid conversation with Albuquerque's Red MesaOn this latest episode Mike Talks to Albuquerque's Heavy Heavy Trio Red Mesa, which include Brad Frye (vocals,guitar), Alex Cantwelll (bass, vocals), and Roman Barham (drums, vocals). They talk about their latest effort "Partial Distortions" via Desert Records on The Zero Hour Squared Metal Zone
2024-04-291h 19Zero Hour Squared Metal ZoneA conversation with Guitarist/vocalist Heri Jensen of TYRA very cool conversation with vocalist/guitars Heri Joensen of the Viking Metal act TYR. He discusses their latest release entitled "Battle Ballads released April 12th, 2024 via Metal Blade Records. Heri also discusses combining classical music with Metal, and much more with Mike on the Zero Hour Squared Metal Zone
2024-04-1627 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneA conversation with vocalist Heri Joensen of TYRVocalist and guitarist Heri Joensen of TYR discusses their latest release entitled "Battle Ballads", which was released April 12th 2024 via Metal Blade Records. He also discusses touring plans and syphony orchestras combiined with Metal with Mike on the Zero Hour Squared Metal Zone
2024-04-1626 minZero Hour Squared Metal ZoneOwner of Abq.,NM DIY Venue/multimedia spot Ren's DenMike is joined by Owner Santana Barreda and all around contributer Anjo from Albuuerque New Mexico's Ren's Den, an all ages DIY/multimedia venue, that has been growing rapidly in it's first year of existance.
2024-03-3151 min