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Tales from the RoadTed Aguilar of Death Angel - Thrash Tales, Big4 Encounters & Future PlansIn the heart of the 80's Bay Area, where metal music thrived, one band emerged as an icon of the 80s thrash scene – Death Angel. Recently, I had the privilege to sit down with the legendary guitarist, Ted Aguilar. Together, we journeyed through time, delving into the band's captivating tales of tours, encounters with the Big Four, technology's impact on music, their unique songwriting process, and future plans. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more on the band Website – https://www.deathangel.us Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/deathangel Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/deathangelofficial/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/deathangelofficial ___________________________________________________________________LISTEN TO THE S...
2023-07-2851 min
Tales from the RoadRichie Faulkner:Judas Priest & Road StoriesElegant Weapons is the brainchild of Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner. The quartet released their debut album ‘Horns for a Halo’ on May 26th via Nuclear Blast Records.Elegant Weapons are Richie Faulkner, Christopher Williams, Ronnie Romero and Dave Rimmer. I caught up with Richie from his home in Nashville, to talk about the new album, playing live, some epic road stories with JJ Nichols and Zakk Wylde. He also spoke about this collaboration with the legendary Christopher Lee, the new Judas Priest album and a whole lot more. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more on the band We...
2023-07-2139 min
Tales from the RoadJamie Adler talks Rock n Roll, saving Steven Adler and helping rebuild his careerIn a heartfelt interview, Jamie Adler opens up about his own life, the undeniable power of rock 'n' roll, and his unwavering dedication to saving his brother Steven Adler from the clutches of drugs, reuniting him with Guns N' Roses, and tirelessly working to rebuild his career. ___________________________________________________________________LISTEN TO THE SHOW Apple Music: https://apple.co/3xg7v9Z Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3foYNzm ___________________________________________________________________GET IN TOUCH 🌍 Our website: www.tftrmag.com 🌍 Work with us: vikram@movingpicturesmedia.in ________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW OUR WORK 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/vikramchandrase... 🌍 Our website: www.vikramchandrasekar.com ___________________________________________________________________ABOUT US Tales fro...
2023-07-111h 13
Tales from the RoadAll things music, mental health and production with Tom 'FountainHead Geldschlager,Tom Geldschlager, also known as Fountainhead, is a German guitarist and music producer. He began his musical journey at a young age, learning to play guitar and studying music theory. He developed a unique style influenced by various genres, including metal, fusion, jazz, and classical music. Throughout his career, Geldschlager has collaborated with numerous artists and bands. He has been a member of several notable groups, including the German progressive metal band Obscura, where he made significant contributions as a guitarist and composer. His work with Obscura can be heard on the 2016 album Akroasis. Geldschlager has also established himself...
2023-07-101h 13
Tales from the RoadFrom Martial arts to music with Kris BarrasKris Barras is a British blues rock guitarist and singer.Kris began playing guitar at the age of 5, under the guidance of his musician father, Paul Barras. He performed his first-ever gig with his Dad’s band at the age of 9. For most of his adult life, Kris used had an unusual side-job alongside his music career. Although now retired, he had a successful 10 year professional Mixed Martial Arts and Muay Thai career, which saw him compete and train in Las Vegas, Thailand and Singapore. Kris picked up his first guitar aged just five -- two...
2022-08-1136 min
Tales from the RoadJack Hutchinson talks about making music.Jack J Hutchinson is a London based blues rock guitarist and songwriter. Described by Classic Rock Magazine as “a real rock contender”, he has toured internationally, sharing stages with acts such as ZZ Top, Bad Company, Kris Barras Band and Blackberry Smoke. His most recent album ‘The Hammer Falls’ was released earlier this year to universal acclaim. I caught up with Jack to talk about his latest album, his songwriting process, playing live and some interesting road stories. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For tour dates and merch - https://jackjhutchinsonmusic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JackJHut...
2022-04-2647 min
Tales from the RoadSlash talks new album 4 and all things guitar.Saul Hudson, better known as Slash, has created some of the loudest yet melodic guitar riffs in rock history. As lead guitarist for Guns N’ Roses, he helped shut the door on the synth-heavy sounds of 1980s pop and ushered in a new era of salacious rock that sold millions of albums for the band. His solos on songs such as “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” “November Rain,” and “Estranged” have sealed his reputation as one of the guitar gods of rock. We caught up with Slash to talk about 4 , the fourth studio album by Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the C...
2022-04-1121 min
Tales from the RoadJoe Satriani and The Elephants of MarsA guitar hero for guitar heroes, Joe Satriani had already served as a teacher for some of rock's most impressive axe slingers before accomplishing the rare feat of breaking into the mainstream with instrumental guitar music. His 1987 album Surfing with the Alien turned him into a star, kicking off a series of hit records that included 1989's Flying in a Blue Dream and 1998's Crystal Planet. There were dozens of successful tours all over the globe, as well gigs backing Mick Jagger in the '80s, joining Deep Purple in the '90s, and jamming with Sammy...
2022-04-0627 min
Tales from the RoadNo Limits with Steve VaiSteve Vai’s contribution to the world of rock music and to the electric guitar is profound. Starting out under the tutelage of Joe Satriani, Steve is a three-time Grammy Award winner,fifteen-time nominee and a legendary performer across the world. He started out as a transcriptionist and guitar player with Frank Zappa in 1978, replaced Yngwie Mlalmsteen in Alcatrazz in 1984 and then went on to work with David Lee Roth playing guitar on his most seminal albums. Since parting ways with David Lee Roth in 1989, he has significantly expanded his horizons across a prolific solo career spanning 10 alb...
2022-03-041h 05
Tales from the RoadComing into his own with Simon McbrideFormer Young Guitarist of The Year and now a full-fledged blues-rock virtuoso,Simon Mcbride grew up in Ireland, influenced by Rory Gallagher and Gary Moore. At the age of 16 he joined Irish Metal Band Sweet Savage and toured and recorded a couple of albums with them. A few years later he joined fellow Irishman Andrew Strong, playing soul, R&B and Pop Songs. Simon’s talent as a songwriter/guitar player came to the fore with his solo work, starting with his first album Rich Man Falling in 2008, to his second album ‘Since then’ in 2010 which saw him nom...
2022-03-0138 min
Tales from the RoadMaking Music with Robert BerryRobert is a multi-talented producer/songwriter/vocalist/instrumentalist. When it comes to creating music, he does it all and does it very well.Across his 40-year career, this Bay Area legend has impacted the lives of hundreds of musicians. Thanks to his band Hush and the Robert Berry Band he has worked with everyone from Sammy Hagar to Steve Howe to Don Airey to Joe Lynn Turner. His most famous collaboration however has to be with the prog band 3 with Berry himself and the legendary Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer. The band didn’t last more than a c...
2022-02-1100 min
Tales from the RoadThe life and times of Eddie Van Halen with Paul Brannigan“I didn’t know how he would react to what I was doing. So I warned him before he listened. I said, “Look, I changed the middle section of your song.” Now in my mind, he’s either going to have his bodyguards kick me out for butchering his song, or he’s going to like it. And so he gave it a listen, and he turned to me and went, “Wow, thank you so much for having the passion to not just come in and blaze a solo, but to actually care about the song, and make it better...
2022-01-141h 01
Tales from the RoadTales from the Road with Dead RomanticDead Romantic are a melodic hard rock band from the UK. I caught up with Mike, Dan and Sam from the band to talk about thier new single and music video Waste of Who I am , the upcoming album, what touring will be like now, how they found music and a whole lot more. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out the new single Waste of Who I am at https://deadromantic.com -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow Tales from the Road Facebook https://www.facebook.com/talesfromtheroadofficial Instagram https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtheroad/ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
2022-01-1227 min
Tales from the RoadEclectic Electric with Joe Louis WalkerJoe Louis Walker is one of the greatest bluesmen of his generation. He is a four-time Blues Music Award winner and 2013 Blues Hall of Fame inductee who has appeared on multiple Grammy-winning albums. He is known worldwide as one of the genre’s top musical trailblazers—a mesmerizing guitarist and soul-testifying vocalist. I caught with with Joe from his home in NY to talk about his upcoming release ECLECTIC ELECTRIC. A 11 track album ]comprised party of originals but also finds Joe applying his watermark to some classics including The Eagles hotel California, the Rolling Stones Make no mistake and muddy w...
2022-01-0734 min
Tales from the RoadThe never ending show with Alan ParsonsAlan Parsons is a lengendary producer and engineer. He is also an acclaimed vocalist, keyboardist, bassist and guitarist. His perfection and fingerprint are all over some of the greatest albums of our time from The Beatles’ Abbey Road and Let it Be, Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon and Atom Heart Mother, and Al Stewart’s Year of the Cat, All this outside of his remarkable work with the The Alan Parsons Project on some of the most seminal prog - pop albums of all time. Alan Parsons’ also worked as an engineer with Steven Wilson’s on his 2013 alb...
2021-12-1027 min
Tales from the RoadThe final countdown with Ian Haugland of EuropeIan Haugland is the drummer for Swedish rock band Europe’s . From the time joined the band in 1984 he has played on all their important releases and seminal albums. Outside of Europe, he has contributed to albums by Glenn Hughes, and Candlemass. Ian lives in Stockholm and his desire to be involved in music also sees him as a DJ for Swedish classic rock station. In this conversation Ian reflected upon The Final countdown days, playing with Glenn Hughes and then Whitesnake, life on the road with Europe his hilarious audition for YNGWIE MALMSTEEN back in the day...
2021-11-2646 min
Tales from the Road'Appy days with Mick Box of Uriah HeepMick box is firmly focused on serving the music. His unrelenting passion for music has kept British rock legends Uriah Heep alive across a 52 year career spanning 24 albums and 1000’s of shows across 62 countries. I caught up with Mick to chat about the bands latest offering, 50 Years In Rock, a 23 cd and vinyl boxset that celebrates Uriah Heep’s extensive career. Formed by Mick The band started out in 1969 under the name Spice and then got their name from a a villain-like character in a David Copperfield novel. In a chat filled with humour, Mick was his h...
2021-11-0348 min
Tales from the RoadJohn Corabi talks Horseshoes and Hand GrenadesUnquestionably, John Corabi is one of the most unique and instantly recognizable voices in rock history. John’s unique vocals and songwriting were standout elements in his music and albums with motley crue and the dead daisies. Over the years John has also fronted his own bands w/ The Scream and Union w/ex-Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick and brief stints in Ratt and Brides of destruction. John has been at the top musically with the bands that he’s been with and in his solo career. John’s vocal abilities and songwriting skills come to the fore...
2021-10-2957 min
Tales from the RoadMarty Friedman - Guitar player, ComposerMarty Friedman is one of the most unique, engaging and adventurous musicians to ever pick up an electric guitar. Marty has profoundly influenced musicians over the years from the 80’s when he teamed up with fellow guitarist Jason Becker in Cacaphony to his time in Megadeth in the early 90’s, where he contributed to some of their most most seminal albums. Marty moved to Japan in 2003 and has since pursued a solo career and now is a much in demand guitar player, tv show host and is a national celebrity of sorts. A couple of years ago Marty...
2021-10-1531 min
Tales from the RoadDoug Clifford of Creedence Clearwater RevivalDoug 'Cosmo' Clifford was the drummer and one part of the rhythm section for the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival. Doug is a creative spirit and after Creedence broke up in the early 70’s Doug put together a whole lot of music, collaborating with various musicians over the years, starting with his first solo album Cosmo in 1972 to his latest offering For all the money in the world with Steve Wright of the Greg Kihn Band . This album while released earlier this year was written and recored in the 1980’s and follows up an ealirer solo album Magic Window that came...
2021-09-241h 06
Tales from the RoadRoy Venkataraman - Singer SongwriterIt took me a while to track Roy down. Roy Venkataraman was a name I heard often when I was growing up in India in the 80’ and 90’s. I knew of him as the Indian guitar player for Bob Marley’s legendary band the Wailers. He is widely considered reggae royalty, at least here in India. Roy started his career in Bombay, playing with some of the most popular bands in the country and then moved to the U.S where he garnered a wealth of experience playing and recording with artists including Atlantis and Keith Benson. He also played...
2021-09-1751 min
Tales from the RoadCaitlin Koch - Singer, SongwriterMy next guest is Caitlin Koch, best known for her performances as the singing rugby coach on The X Factor USA. I caught up with Caitlin from her home in Nashville to talk about her new single So different now, the second in a heartfelt, gritty weaving story of releases to come during 2021. The song was originally written by her fellow X factor contestant Josh Maddox but Caitlins made it her own by adding some whiskey, smoke, a dobro guitar.The newly envisioned tale embodies a Muscle Shoals feel with a southern rock undertone.Koch sounds like...
2021-09-0440 min
Tales from the RoadTroy Redfern - The King of the Slide GuitarMy nextt guest is Troy Redfern, British slide guitarist and singer songwriter and dubbed by the British press as “The King of Slide Guitar”. We spoke about his new album The Fire Cosmic that comes out August 6th, his new singles Waiting for your love and Ghosts. The new album follows five unprecedented albums that Troy released in 2020. It was recorded at the legendary Rockfield Studios in North Wales, the same studio where Queen recorded all their early albums. For the recording of the new album, Troy enlisted one of the best rhythm sections in the UK,i...
2021-09-0342 min
Tales from the RoadKK Downing of KK's PriestMy next guest is the legendary KK Downing. They say you can’t keep a heavy metal legend down. Although it’s been nearly a decade since guitarist and songwriter K.K. Downing departed Judas Priest, the famous band he co-founded and played with for 40 years, he was never really going to retire. It was only a matter of time before he reclaimed the spotlight. I caught up with KK to talk about KK'S Priest his new project with Tim Ripper Owen and their upcoming album Sermons of the Sinner. Downing assembled Owens, Mills, former Voodoo Six bassist Tony Newt...
2021-08-2737 min
Tales from the RoadFrank Hannon of TeslaMy guest today is Frank Hannon of multi-platinum rock band TESLA. Over the course of their thirty-five year + career, the iconic Sacramento melodic hard rock quintet— Frank Hannon (guitar), Brian Wheat (bass), Jeff Keith (lead vocals), Troy Luccketta (drums), and Dave Rude (guitar)—have sold more than 25 million albums domestically and played globally to sold-out crowds far and wide I caught up with Frank to talk about going back on the road with they new tour, their new single Cold Blue Steel, Franks' work as producer with Red Voodoo, the new Gibson guitar signature model Love Dove, his br...
2021-08-1334 min
Tales from the RoadIan Gillan of Deep PurpleMy next guest is the legendary voice of Rock and Voice of Deep Purple, Ian Gillan.O caught with Ian from his home in Portugal. We discussed the latest Deep Purple album Whoosh, working with the legendary Bob Ezrin, the art of songwriting, the value of music in these times, touring and a whole lot more. To see what else Ian is up to check out his website For Deep Purple tour dates, merch and everything else Deeppurple.com Follow Tales from the Road on Facebook | Instagram Listen to more episodes on Spotify | App...
2021-08-051h 02
Tales from the RoadFred and Moose from Sons of LibertyMy next guests are Fred and Moose, from Sons of Liberty, the UK’s very own southern rock band, We caught up to talk about their new album Aces and Eights, their approach to songwirting and structuring an album, getting your music discovered in the era of streaming and a whole lot more. To listen to the album and support the band go hereAces and Eights also streams on these platforms - https://ditto.fm/aces-eights Watch their music videos on their YouTube ChannelFollow Tales from the Road on Facebook | Instagram L...
2021-07-2859 min
Tales from the RoadFabrizio Grossi and the Soul Garage ExperienceMy next guest is the Italian born, but proud Californian, multi talented producer/writer/musician and good friend Fabrizio Grossi. I caught up with Fab to talk about his new project the Soul Garage Experience, their new single Ain't Givin Up and their album Counterfeited Soulstice Vol 1 that comes out Sept 10. Go see what Fab is upto at https://www.fabriziogrossi.comWatch the new single Ain’t No Givin’ UpFollow Fab on Instagram and Facebook Follow Tales from the Road on Facebook | Instagram Listen to more episodes on Spotify | Apple Podcas...
2021-07-261h 08
Tales from the RoadMike Burt of LimberlostI'm joined by Mike Burt, Brittany and Tony from Limberlost, an Award Winning American rock band from Seattle, to talk about the band, the new singles, songwriting, the state of the industry, getting your music discovered, marketing in the era of social media and streaming and in general the business of music. Check out more Limberlost at https://www.limberlostmusic.com Follow Tales from the Road on Facebook | Instagram Listen to more episodes on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google | Gaana | Jio Saavn Also check us out on our website tftrmedia.com ...
2021-07-1948 min
Tales from the RoadSteve Lukather of TotoThe last time I spoke with Luke was this week 2 years ago when I shot a show for them in London. By the time I got off the road a month later they had announced that it was the end of TOTO. Luke joins me to talk about the solo album he’s since put out, the end of toto, finding love , playing with Ringo Starr and going back out of the road in 2022 with a new avatar of TOTO. Buy Steve Lukather's new album on his Website Follow Tales from the Road on Facebook | In...
2021-07-1931 min
Tales from the RoadAaron Leigh from Y&TAARON LEIGH is an American Rock musician / multi-instrumentalist Aaron is most known as the bassist for Y&T and the Frank Hannon Band (Tesla’s guitarist). I invited Aaron to talk about his EP and his new single live for today. We spoke about songwriting, the state of the music industry , playing with some of the top names in rock from Steve Vai to Jani Lane, to Gary Hoey, Joel Hoekstra, Brad Gillis and even his audition with Ozzy Osbourne. Follow us on Facebook | Instagram Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google | Gaana | Jio Saavn Also check us out on...
2021-06-2851 min
Tales from the RoadDave Alford and Chris Hager of Rough CuttMy next guests are Dave Alford and Chris Hager from the 80’s hard rock band Rough Cutt. We talk about the band making a comeback with their new single Black Rose, the hard rock scene on the sunset strip in the 80’s, why the band didn’t make it as big as they could have, songwriting and a whole lot more. Follow us on Facebook | Instagram Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google | Gaana | Jio Saavn Also check us out on our website tftrmedia.com Hosted and produced by Vikram Chandrasekar aka The Concert Photographer and Moving Pictures Media
2021-06-2841 min
Tales from the RoadDon Miggs of Whole Damn MessDon Miggs, the founder of Whole Damn Mess a rock n roll band from Los Angeles, a band that represents the union of lifelong musicians and friends with a mind-blowing collective pedigree.I caught up Don from his studio and we chatted about working with Indian musicians , Tales from the road touring with Cheap Trick and ZZ Top, different styles of songwriting and his collaborations with everyone from Billy Corgan of the SP to Mick Fleetwood.We spoke about the bands new single nothing in the world feels Better and it’s relevance in today’s world and discussed thei...
2021-05-2658 min
Tales from the RoadTony Covino of In TheoryTony Covino is one part of In Theory” an upcoming shape-shifting rock blues band, a collaborative group with two key players—Mike Mostert and Tony Covino. While Mike plays guitar and produces all the band’s songs, Tony is ‘the voice’ of In theory, The voice with somber despair and resounding rage, reminiscent of Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell. Mike and Tony were signed EMI artists in an earlier life and together have writer/singer/guitarist and producer credits on twenty different HBO, Showtime and NBC TV shows and movies. I caught up with Tony from his house in NY and we spoke abou...
2021-05-2632 min
Tales from the RoadRickey Medlocke of Lynyrd SkynyrdRickey Medlocke - SOUTHERN ROCK’S BRIGHTEST STAR, Rickey was one of the original members of Lynyrd Skynyrd back in the 70’s and a founding member of southern rock band Blackfoot. I caught up with him from his home in Florida and we looked back on Rickey’s life and spoke about Blackfoot, Lynyrd Skynyrd, tlife on the road, where he was during the infamous plane crash, Rickeys Indian heritage, his early years growing up, his influences and what he listens to today.
2021-05-261h 11
Tales from the RoadAdrian Ballinger - Mountaineer, Skier, Business leader, and Professional speaker.Conquering big mountains Mindset, Fitness, and Humility with Adrian Ballinger. Adrian, is a world class mountaineer, skier, business leader, and professional speaker. In the last 12 years h he has achieved 17 successful 8,000m summits, reaching the summit of Everest 8 times, Manaslu 4 times, Cho Oyu 3 times, and both K2 and Lhotse once. Adrian is also the founder of guiding company Alpenglow expeditions. Most recently Adrian was only the 4th American to summit K2 without Oxygen. Adrian and I spoke about life lessons from mountaineering the importance mindset, training and nutrition, failure and the importance of humility.
2021-05-261h 16
Tales from the RoadWayne Nelson of Little River BandYou’re the voice with Wayne Nelson of Little River Band. My next guest on the podcast is Wayne Nelson from Little River Band, Wayne has been in the band for more than 30 years, making him the veteran of the group, the longest surviving member, and, in fact, the primary keeper of the vision. I caught up with Wayne at home in Arizona and we spoke about THEI NEW ALBUM “Black Tie,”.We also spoke about the band and the legal battles they’ve had, Wayne’s early years with LRB, some tales from the road and his work about...
2021-03-0548 min
Tales from the RoadDon Mclean and American PieMy next guest is the legendary Don McLean is a Grammy award honoree, a Songwriter Hall of Fame member, a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, and his smash hit “American Pie” resides in the Library of Congress National Recording Registry and was named by the Recording Industry of America (RIAA) a top 5 song of the 20th Century. A New York native, Don McLean is one of the most revered and respected songwriters in American history. This year marks the 50th anniversary release of the iconic song, American Pie. In celebration of this legendary song, Home Free and Don McLean teamed up...
2021-03-0547 min
Tales from the RoadNikki Stringfield of The Iron MaidensMy next guest is Nikki Stringfield. Nikki is an American heavy metal singer and guitar player best known as the current guitarist for both The Iron Maidens We chatted about her EP HARMONIES FOR THE HAUNTED, touring with the maidens, coming to India, gender stereotyping in metal music, her early years and what her top 5 albums of all time are.
2021-03-0532 min
Tales from the RoadDoug Aldrich of The Dead DaisiesMy next guest is Doug Aldrich. Doug is currently the guitar player of The Dead Daisies. Doug spent many years being the go to guy for Ronnie James Dio and then for David Coverdale and WS. This is an interview I've been looking forward to for a long time and someone who’s guitar playing ive always been a fan of. There are many times ive been disappointed meeting my heroes. Doug though , is one of the nicest people you can meet. We spoke about the new daisies album, working with GH, Touring, Whitensake , stories from the road and and...
2021-03-0546 min
Tales from the RoadMichael Schenker of MSGMy next guest on the podcast is the legendary Michael Schenker . He formed Michael Schenker Group (MSG) back in 79’ and laid the foundation for one of hard rock’s most glorious solo careers of all times. And while nobody expected anything less from a former guitarist for The Scorpions and UFO, it’s close to impossible mentioning everything Michael has built over the past 50 years, or the countless people he influenced or played with. This, truly, is the stuff that hard rocking myths are made of. Right in time for his 40th anniversary as a solo artist and his 50th birt...
2021-03-0543 min
Tales from the RoadBrian Wheat of TeslaBrian is far from your typical rock star. As bassist for the multi-platinum band, Tesla, he’s enjoyed the spoils of success and lived the sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle to the hilt. But it came at a cost, one that took years to repair. In our conversation Brian spoke about his new Memoir, his influences meeting his hero Paul Mcartney and a lot more. Brian was also very candid and shed light on the many challenges he faces, including bulimia, weight issues, and the crippling anxiety and depression caused by his conditions. Check it out.
2021-03-0539 min
Tales from the RoadDavid Ellefson of MegadethDavid Ellefson , bassist, songwriter, record producer, author He also bassist of thrash metal titans MEGADETH. As a member of MEGADETH, he has been awarded 10 Grammy nominations, countless gold & platinum records and toured the world for the better part of 3 decades.Outside of Megadeth, David has lent his playing and writing abilities to several other recording and touring projects including Soulfly, F5, Temple of Brutality, Altitudes and Attitude (With Frank Bello of Anthrax) and Metal Allegiance, Dave is also the president of the record label EMP Label Group (Ellefson Music Productions), and with his own coffee brand Ellefson Coffee Co. ...
2020-10-201h 02
Tales from the RoadGlenn Hughes of The Dead DaisiesVocalist/bass guitarist/songwriter Glenn Hughes is a true original. Known popularly as the voice of rock , Glenn started his career with Trapeze in the early 70’s and then went on to join Deep Purple. Throughout the '80s and '90s, Glenn made countless guest appearances as a vocalist, bass guitarist or songwriter on other artists' albums including a stint with Black Sabbath. Glen was also a part of BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION with guitar star Joe Bonamassa, keyboard player Derek Sherinian (Dream Theatre) and drummer Jason Bonham, son of the late Led Zeppelin legend John Bonham. In 2020 Glenn wa...
2020-10-2020 min
Tales from the RoadJohn Petrucci from Dream TheaterToday’s guest on the podcast is the guitar extraordinaire and legend John Petrucci. John is best known for his work with Dream Theater AND Liquid Tension Experiment. I caught up with John who was home in NY and we spent time talking about his new album Terminal Velocity, how the album came together, what it was like working with Mike Portnoy and Dave La Rue. John spoke abut how writes songs, his creative process and his work with Dream Theater.
2020-10-1432 min
Tales from the RoadChuck Billy of TestamentChuck Billy from testament is my guest this week. I caught up with him from his home in California and we spent time talking about his recovery from Covid, touring and the new Testament album Titans of Creation . Chuck also spoke about his battle with cancer, native american healers, aliens and a lot more.
2020-10-141h 05
Tales from the RoadSimon Hall from Bloodstock Open AirIn the latest episode of my podcast @talesfromtheroad I catch up with Simon Hall from Bloodstock Open Air. Apart from being a musician a candlemaker and the founder of Razor Line management , Simon also works at the UK's best metal festival Bloodstock Open Air. Simon books the Sophie Lancaster stage and runs the Metal 2 the Masses New blood stage as well. We spoke about how Simon curate’s the 2 stages at BOA, how he goes about finding new talent, Covid and the music business, and his own music career. Subscribe to Tales from the road for exclusive co...
2020-08-2444 min
Tales from the RoadLauren Monroe and Rick AllenLauren is a singer, songwriter, healer and dancer. Rick is of course Def Leppards drummer and his also an artist,philanthropist and photographer. In this conversation, we spent time talking about Laurens new EP big love , and how it came together. We also spoke about Laurens experiences growing up , how she got discovered healing, We talked briefly about Rick’s Injury, new projects, and their multiple trips to India and the impact its had on their lives.
2020-08-2040 min
Tales from the RoadBabar Sheikh of DuskBabar Sheikh, is one of the pioneers of the Pakistan metal scene and is the founder of the metal band Dusk. Babar is also original members of Sufi rock group Chand Tara Orchestra. He is also a filmmaker with several brilliant music videos to his credit. Babar is also an assistant professor at the Indus Valley school of art and architecture.
2020-08-191h 31
Everything Comes TogetherEp #2 Vikram Chandrasekar (The Concert Photographer)From the highly specialised niche of concert photography, Vikram Chandrasekar has an interesting backstory built on sheer grit, hard times and a relentless ability to make his own luck. He has photographed some of the biggest names in the world like Slash, ZZ Top and AR Rahman, but is one of the most accessible people around. Listen to the Everything Comes Together audio podcast on the podcast app of your choice: www.anchor.fm/etct CREDITS Guest: Vikram Chandrasekar (www.theconcertphotographer.in) (www.instagram.com/the_concertphotographer) Hosted by: B.R.S.Sr...
2020-08-141h 08
Tales from the RoadKaran Katiyar of BloodywoodBloodywood is a metal band from India known for pioneering a sound that seamlessly fuses Indian folk instruments with metal to devastating effect. Expect to hear the percussive power of the mighty Dhol, the melancholic flute, the single stringed Tumbi and several other uncommon, yet distinctly characteristic sounds from India. A combination of thunderous Hindi/Punjabi choruses and meaningful yet unforgiving rap verses along with the ethnic instrumentation makes Bloodywood a truly unique experience.
2020-08-131h 05
Tales from the RoadJoel Hoekstra from Whitesnake/TSO/CherJoel Hoekstra is an American guitarist currently in the band Whitesnake and also tours with Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Cher.Whether he's performing as part of the Broadway musical Rock of Ages, touring with Trans-Siberian Orchestra every fall or jetting around the country for sessions and shows, Joel Hoekstra is one of the hardest-working guitarists you're ever likely to meet.
2020-07-1328 min
Tales from the RoadMia Wallace from Nervosa and Kirlain CameraMia Wallace is an Italian musician and bass player. She is formerly of Abbath and Triumph of Death. Mia now plays bass for Brazilian thrash metal band Nervosa and Italian electro outfit Kirlain Camera.
2020-06-2239 min
Tales from the RoadDee Snider of Twisted SisterDaniel "Dee" Snider is an American singer-songwriter, screenwriter, radio personality, and actor. He was ranked 83 in the Hit Parader's Top 100 Metal Vocalists of All Time. Dee talks to us about his new album for the love of metal, music and censorship, what he's listening to now and how he balances his various avatars and his creative process.
2020-01-021h 04
Tales from the RoadBilly Sheehan of Mr Big.William "Billy" Sheehan is an American bassist known for his work with Talas, Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Niacin, and The Winery Dogs. Sheehan has won the "Best Rock Bass Player" readers' poll from Guitar Player magazine five times for his "lead bass" playing style. Billy talks to us about his first concert experience, the Talas years, the supergroups, Mr Big and life on the road.
2019-04-231h 00
Tales from the RoadHurricane Nita Strauss of Alice CooperWhat we see on stage is an immaculate performer who takes one facet of her personality and dials it up to 11. There is a whole lot more to Nita than Alice Cooper. She is the first female guitarist to have her own Ibanez signature model guitar. There is touring, studio work, videos, more touring, underground gigs, guitar clinics, PR and all that business stuff. The term Hurricane applies not only to to her sound but her schedule too. We may have joked about it on our interview but sometimes it really seems like she has 26 hours in her day.
2018-11-1519 min
Tales from the RoadJordan Rudess of Dream TheaterIn between leading a technology company, touring and recording with Dream Theater, teaching at Stanford, having his own MOOC, Rudess will embark on his solo tour called Bach to Rock - where its just him and the piano - a far cry from the sound and light wizardry of a Dream Theater show.
2018-11-131h 03
Tales from the RoadRichie Malone of Status QuoThere are many stories in rock and roll about how a fan ended up playing in his favorite band. But Richie Malone's story has to be the most rock and roll of all of them. His father was a huge fan of Status Quo and took Richie to their gigs. This started a chain of events that ended up in Malone stepping into the shoes of his mentor and band co-founder Rick Parfitt. Today Richie is living the rock and roll dream - making albums and touring with his favorite band from childhood.
2018-11-0151 min