the HardRockCore Podcast
By mark
the HardRockCore PodcastOct 05, 2020
The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 64 with CHRIS RORLAND of SABATON
Season 3 is here with Episode 64 now available with CHRIS RORLAND of Sweden's SABATON who released their newest album, THE WAR TO END ALL WARS on March 4th. Chris was a great conversation as we discuss Coffee, the dedication of the Sabaton fans, the new album, his first show ever, IRON MAIDEN, and more on Episode 64 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 1 minutes 33 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 63 with STEVE VAI
Season 3 is here with Episode 63 now available with the beyond talented, inspirational, philosophical, spiritual, STEVE VAI (formerly with FRANK ZAPPA, DAVID LEE ROTH, WHITESNAKE, ALCATRAZZ) who just released another solo album, INVIOLATE, last month that debuted at #1 on the Hard Rock Chart. Vai's take on musicianship, creating, his writing process, transcribing, his audio vault, his sounding board, his biggest learns from FRANK ZAPPA and more on Episode 63 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes 23 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 62 with JEFF SCOTT SOTO
Episode 62 is now available with the talented JEFF SCOTT SOTO who is releasing an album entitled THE DUETS COLLECTION - VOLUME 1 on October 8. Jeff discusses getting back on the road and testing the waters, division in the US, picking the songs for the duets album, some of the singers involved including RENAN ZONTA (ELECTRIC MOB), DEEN CASTRONOVO (REVOLUTION SAINTS, JOURNEY), and NATHAN JAMES (INGLORIOUS) as well as what's coming in the future, and more on Episode 62 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 22 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 61 with MICHAEL DEL PIZZO of SUNFLOWER DEAD
Episode 61 is now available with frontman of SUNFLOWER DEAD, MICHAEL DEL PIZZO. Michael discusses the road as they just finished a 5-week tour, staying together, their work ethic, their upcoming INXS cover, the new album, evolving, the live show, and more on Episode 61 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 49 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 60 with GUS G.
Episode 60 is here and I have a conversation to share with the incredible GUS G. Gus is about to release another instrumental solo album entitled QUANTUM LEAP. This album is a masterpiece and Gus joins me to discuss writing, his music vault, technology, his webstore, influences and more on Episode 60 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
"The medium, that’s not the problem, I think streaming is amazing!"
"Artists don't get paid properly for streaming"
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 46 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 59 with VINNIE DOMBROSKI (SPONGE, THE LUCID)
Episode 59 is here and I have an open conversation with VINNIE DOMBROSKI from the band SPONGE but has new music coming in October as the vocalist for THE LUCID which also features MIKE HELLER (FEAR FACTORY, RAVEN) on drums, DREW FORTIER (DWELLERS) on guitar, and DAVID ELLEFSON on bass. Vinnie and I talk KISS, Detroit, what SPONGE is up to, how THE LUCID connected, write, and what is coming next.
All of this and more on Episode 59 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes 17 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 58 with JOHN CORABI
Episode 58 is here and I have a conversation with someone who has always been nothing but amazing to me with JOHN CORABI. Some of you may know him from MOTLEY CRUE, UNION, THE DEAD DAISIES, RATT, or the first time I heard him in a band, THE SCREAM. John has one of the best voices in rock and has been in Nashville for 15 years and has recently released a new song, COSI BELLA (SO BEAUTIFUL). John talks about his early years, learning Pro-Tools, touring, family, coffee, and where he is at today.
All of this and more on Episode 58 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 12 seconds
JOHN CORABI on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/JohnCorabiMusic
Instagram: www.instagram.com/johncorabiofficial
Twitter: https://twitter.com/crablegs59
Official: www.johncorabi.com
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/JohnCorabiOfficialMusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0danyQ9A5BKBm1YozPJhoy
The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 57 with SHAUN GLASS of REPENTANCE
Episode 57 is here and I have an amazing conversation with my friend SHAUN GLASS, guitarist of REPENTANCE (ex-DIRGE WITHIN, ex-SOIL, ex-BROKEN HOPE). REPENTANCE just released a new new track entitled REBORN which already has more streams than all of their previous music. Shaun was open to talk about his time in the music business, why he stays in the game, fatherhood, NOBLE DEMON RECORDS, and 20 years of SCARS.
All of this and more on Episode 57 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes 27 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 56 with WAYLON REAVIS of A KILLER'S CONFESSION
Episode 56 is here after a few weeks away and I have an amazing conversation with WAYLON REAVIS, vocalist of A KILLER'S CONFESSION (ex-MUSHROOMHEAD). A Killer's Confession just wrapped up some tour dates with GEMINI SYNDROME and Waylon talks about touring, doing what's right for you, tornadoes, cartoons, the pandemic, working with CHAD of MUDVAYNE, sobriety, releasing songs, and much more.
All of this and more on Episode 56 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 50 seconds
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Facebook: @akillersconfession
Instagram: @a_killers_confession
Twitter: @WaylonAKC
YouTube: AKC Official
Official: https://akillersconfession.myshopify.com/
The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 55 with FRANK BELLO of ANTHRAX
Episode 55 is here and I have an amazing conversation with FRANK BELLO, bassist from the legendary ANTHRAX. Anthrax will be celebrating 40 years as a band this month and have been releasing a series of online videos with special guests discussing their career leading up to the livestream event on July 16. Frank was kind enough to share some stories from his upcoming book (FATHERS, BROTHERS, AND SONS SURVIGING ANGUISH, ABANDONMENT, AND ANTHRAX), talk about some of the highs and lows throughout his career, we also discuss family and the importance our moms played in our lives, JONNY ZAZULA, touring with KISS and learning the art of flicking your pick, sauce vs gravy, and all things Anthrax.
All of this and more on Episode 55 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 44 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 54 with MARK MINER of NIVIANE
Episode 54 is here after a couple of quiet weeks without an episode and I have a wonderful conversation with MARK MINER, guitarist for Sacramento based Power Metal band, NIVIANE. Niviane will be heading out on the road in a few weeks with SOULFLY (see episode 53 for information on GO AHEAD AND DIE/SOULFLY. I first saw Niviane a few years back and I enjoyed seeing them at Ace Of Spades and have seen them a few times now. Killer metal band and we talk about living in NorCal, Mark's guitar heroes, being on tour, friendships, the business, and all things Niviane.
All of this and more on Episode 54 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 11 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 53 with IGOR AMADEUS CAVALERA of GO AHEAD AND DIE
Episode 53 is here after a quiet week without an episode and I have a great conversation with IGOR AMADEUS CAVALAERA of GO AHEAD AND DIE. GAAD will be releasing their self-titled debut on Nuclear Blast on June 12. Igor was very open about living in Florida, making music with his father, the messages behind GAAD, their roots, and the concept behind the lost footage style reveals leading up to release.
All of this and more on Episode 53 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 16 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 52 with TY OLIVER (POWERMAN 5000 and RAYGUN ROMANCE)
Episode 52 is here and this week I have a great chat with TY OLIVER of POWERMAN 5000 and RAYGUN ROMANCE. Ty speaks about collaborations, being a shredder early in his career, songwriting, joining PM5K, RYAN SCHUCK, making videos, and technology. All of this and more on Episode 52 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 00 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 51 with FRANCESCO ARTUSATO of LIGHT THE TORCH
Episode 51 is here and this week I have a killer episode this week with FRANCESCO ARTUSATO of Nuclear Blast Records band, LIGHT THE TORCH which is fronted by HOWARD JONES (ex-KILLSWITCH ENGAGE) and they will drop their new album on June 25 entitled YOU WILL BE THE DEATH OF ME. Francesco and I converse on a myriad of topics including missing family in Italy, cooking, covering TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY, the recording process, working with WHITECHAPEL drummer ALEX RUDINGER, music theory, how he starts writing from the groove, and his attention to detail.
All of this and more on Episode 51 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 1 minutes 55 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 50 with PER WIBERG (ex-OPETH, SPIRITUAL BEGGARS)
Episode 50 is here and this week I have another awesome episode to share with you with my special guest, the incredibly talented keyboardist of ex-OPETH, SPIRITUAL BEGGARS, and more and I am speaking of PER WIBERG who discusses his upcoming solo EP entitled ALL IS WELL IN THE LAND OF THE LIVING, BUT FOR THE REST OF US...LIGHTS OUT. Per talks about improvising one of the tracks, missing the touring life, his early days playing with older blues musicians, as well as being a music collector.
All of this and more on Episode 50 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 43 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 49 with MIKE MUSHOK (STAIND)
Episode 49 is here and this week I have another awesome episode to share with you with my special guest, the talented guitarist of STAIND (SAINT ASONIA), MIKE MUSHOK who discusses their first gig in LA showcasing for management, their first gig ever, the upcoming live album and livestream, working with TERRY DATE as a producer, and even discusses going to college before STAIND and earning a degree.
All of this and more on Episode 49 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 00 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 48 with ESA HOLOPAINEN (AMORPHIS)
Episode 48 is here and this week I have another amazing episode to share with you with my special guest, the amazingly talented guitarist of AMORPHIS, ESA HOLOPAINEN who is about to release his solo album on May 28 on Nuclear Blast, SILVER LAKE BY ESA HOLOPAINEN. The album is dynamic and we discuss the collaborations, the rabid fan base of Amorphis, his first IRON MAIDEN concert, and taking guitar lessons as a child. All of this and more on Episode 48 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
1. SilverLake (instrumental)
2. Sentiment (feat. Jonas Renkse of Katatonia)
3. Storm (feat. Håkan Hemlin of Nordman)
4. Ray Of Light (feat. Einar Solberg of Leprous)
5. Alkusointu (feat. Vesa-Matti Loiri)
6. In Her Solitude (feat Tomi Joutsen of Amorphis)
7. Promising Sun (feat. Björn 'Speed' Strid of Soilwork / The Night Flight Orchestra)
8. Fading Moon (feat. Anneke Van Giersbergen)
9. Apprentice (feat. Jonas Renkse of Katatonia)
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 47 with JEFF SCOTT SOTO
Episode 47 is here and this week I have an amazing episode to share with you with my special guest, the amazingly talented JEFF SCOTT SOTO who has such a legendary roster to his credit with SONS OF APOLLO, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, JOURNEY, TSO, TALISMAN, W.E.T., and the list goes on and on. Jeff talks about working with DAVID ELLEFSON, how he prefers to record his vocals alone without anybody watching, how he's stopped counting all of his appearances, doing a duet album, working with NATHAN JAMES and INGLORIOUS on their upcoming covers album, never being 100% satisfied, his responsibility to the fans, and his love of FREDDIE MERCURY and PRINCE. All of this and more on Episode 47 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 11 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 46 with EGO KILL TALENT
Episode 46 is here and this week I have an amazing episode to share with you with my special guests THEO VAN DER LOO and JONATHAN DORR of Brazil's EGO KILL TALENT. This was one of my favorite conversations yet as it flowed talking everything from MMA and the UFC, to Aftershock Festival and playing festivals around the globe, to how the band met and the existing friendships within the band, their SEPULTURA connection, the music business, living in Brazil, DAVE GROHL , and a very special (told for the first time) SYSTEM OF A DOWN story and how the band wrote a song together with JOHN DOLMAYAN and where this happened. All of this and more on Episode 46 of the HardRockCore Podcast.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 52 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 45 with DAVID ELLEFSON
Episode 45 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as DAVID ELLEFSON of MEGADETH is my special guest but we're not talking Megadeth. David is talking about his new movie company in which the first movie, DWELLERS, premiered last month at MAD MONSTER and is already winning awards and will be released later this year. David also talks of his giving nature, helping others, his movie partner DREW FORTIER and is always a great conversation.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 45 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 44 with KNOX COLBY of ENFORCED
Episode 44 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as KNOX COLBY (vocals) of ENFORCED is my special guest. Knox takes us through his early years as a military brat moving throughout the US, how he joined the band and their 3rd gig ever was opening for OBITUARY, writing the new album KILL GRID which is out now on Century Media, getting parental support to do music, and hoping for tours in the back half of 2021.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes 27 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 43 with JOHN CUSIMANO of FASTEST LAND ANIMAL
Episode 43 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as JOHN CUSIMANO (vocals / guitar) of FASTEST LAND ANIMAL is my special guest. John is also in THE CRINGE but our focus here was this 9-song, 30-minute album FLA just put out which is catchy, fun, rocking, energetic, punky with a sprinkle of THE BEATLES as well. John and I discuss drummers, their producer DON GILMORE (LINKIN PARK producer), Audiomovers, recording, living in New York, technology as well as perfection and inspiration.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 42 seconds
Please note - FLA music is only in the Spotify version of this podcast
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 42 with MARCUS and JACOB of COLD SHOULDER
Episode 42 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as JACOB BAPTISTA (drums) and MARCUS DYLAN (vocals), from Northern California's, COLD SHOULDER, are my special guests as I saw this band open for CROBOT and LIKE MACHINES in Sacramento at Holy Diver to find out they were a rather new band and unsigned. I have followed them for the past year and see how much hard work they put into the band and here is our conversation where we talk about their younger years, how the 4 members met, their new single and video coming out on Friday, March 12 entitled BE PATIENT and all things related.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 3 minutes 00 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 41 with GUILLERMO IZQUIERDO of ANGELUS APATRIDA
Episode 41 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as GUILLERMO IZQUIERDO, vocalist/guitarist for the Spanish band, ANGELUS APATRIDA, is my special guest as they have celebrated 20 years as a band and released their self-titled 7th album last month on Century Media. Guillermo was kind enough to engage in my Spanish speaking (semi) ability, IRON MAIDEN and METALLICA, growing up in Spain, touring around the world except in the US, and what's next for Angelus Apatrida.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes and 16 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 40 with SVEND KARLSSON of BAEST
Episode 40 and this week I have a conversation to share with you as SVEND KARLSSON, guitarist for the Danish band, BAEST, is my special guest as they prepare to release another album on March 5 entitled NECRO SAPIENS through Century Media. Svend is open about their support of Danish National TV, their fanbase, and how they found their lead singer.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes and 26 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 39 with NATHAN JAMES
Episode 39 and this week I have a wonderful conversation to share with you as NATHAN JAMES (INGLORIOUS, TSO) who is a talented young vocalist who broke out from his time on TV shows in the UK to his gig with TSO and his band INGLORIOUS who is releasing another album on Feb 12 on FRONTIERS MUSIC entitled WE WILL RIDE. We talk all things Nathan including his pup, food, touring, favorite bands, being a family man, and more
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes and 16 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 38 with JOEL HOEKSTRA
Episode 38 and this week I have a wonderful conversation to share with you as JOEL HOEKSTRA (WHITESNAKE, TSO, NIGHT RANGER) who is a talented guitarist, musician, and a great guy who has another solo album coming out on February 12 on Frontiers Music entitled RUNNING GAMES. We discuss his projects, growing up, producing, writing, staying busy and what's coming next from his world.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes and 32 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 37 with ALESSANDRO DEL VECCHIO
Episode 37 and this week I have a wonderful conversation to share with you as ALESSANDRO DEL VECCHIO who is a talented musician, producer, engineer, songwriter who works with many, many artists including JORN, JEFF SCOTT SOTO, FRONTIERS MUSIC, THE END MACHINE, LA GUNS, DREAM CHILD, TNT, and the list goes on and on. We discuss his projects, growing up, producing, writing, and what's coming next from his world.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 1 minutes and 55 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 36 with KEN ROSE of HERO JR. and DAVID BLACK of SEDUCE
Episode 36 and this week I have a wonderful conversation to share with you as KEN ROSE of HERO JR. and DAVID BLACK of SEDUCE. HERO JR just released a cover of ELEANOR RIGBY by THE BEATLES and it's a very cool version indeed and we talk all things HERO JR. SEDUCE released a colored vinyl of their album TOO MUCH AIN'T ENOUGH through the Prudential Music Group and we of course had to talk about The Decline Of Western Civilization Part II.
If you want to jump straight to the Ken interview, skip to 3 minutes and 42 seconds
If you want to jump straight to the David interview, skip to 47 minutes and 17 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 35 with ZOLI TEGLAS of OCEAN HILLS
Episode 35 and this week I have a wonderful conversation to share with you as ZOLI TEGLAS of OCEAN HILLS (formerly IGNITE, PENNYWISE) who is releasing their debut album, SANTA MONICA on November 27, 2020 via AFM RECORDS. Being a fan of his amazing voice, and getting the advance of this record, Ocean Hills is a Rock Record. There are guitar solos, melodies, and big hooky choruses. Zoli and I waste no time getting into the conversation about overcoming fears, Pelican Rescue, his favorite city Budapest, making the Ocean Hills record at his grandmothers house that is 200 years old, Positive Mental Attitude, the pandemic, some of his favorite bands (JOURNEY, BOSTON, AEROSMITH) and that Ocean Hills are already writing for the next record. If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 6 minutes and 30 seconds And if you find it in your heart, please like, follow, and share the HardRockCore podcast! Thanks for listening and enjoy the conversation!
The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 34 on REMOTE BROOTALITY
Episode 34 and I have 2 guests this week with SAM LINN of THE CONQUERING and STEVE SHELINE who are a couple of the co-creators of the event known as REMOTE BROOTALITY that is being brought to you by EBONY JEANETTE PR and METAL ASSAULT RECORDS and will be on YouTube on October 30, 2020. The three of us discuss the the event, the bands, the sponsors, the charities, technology, live music, the Al Rosa Villa, and more topics as we lead up to the event on 10.30.2020.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes and 52 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 33 with LINDSAY SCHOOLCRAFT
Episode 33 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with multi-instrumentalist LINDSAY SCHOOLCRAFT who is releasing another solo album via CYBER PROXY RECORDS on October 9, 2020 entitles WORLDS AWAY. Lindsay was very transparent as she discussed some deep reasons for her decision to leave CRADLE OF FILTH which hasn't been openly discussed very much. We dig a little bit into the world of mental health and 'burnout,' yet also discuss her early influences being Disney Villains, being nominated for a JUNO Award, 2020, songs of hope, and how Worlds Away was written and what lies ahead in the future including a new project.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 4 minutes and 52 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 32 with OLOF MORCK of AMARANTHE
Episode 32 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with OLOF MORCK, guitarist/keyboards of AMARANTHE as they are set to release their 6th album, MANIFEST via NUCLEAR BLAST on October 2, 2020. Olof gave an engaging conversation from topics such as the socially distanced nature of the Swedish culture, public transportation, this album being the resume of their career, microphone placement techniques, the perfect blend of melody and heaviness, being a musician, and a future conversation in person.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 5 minutes and 37 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 31 with AUSTIN INGERMAN of NEW YEARS DAY
Episode 31 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with AUSTIN INGERMAN, guitarist of NEW YEARS DAY and Austin is re-releasing some of his instrumental tracks and working on new solo material. Austin is a true musician and has a degree from MUSICIANS INSTITUTE and is putting his chops to work in NEW YEARS DAY, his solo material, staying active in music in Florida, engaging with the fans, and discussing all things as he navigates the waters during our pandemic - such a nice guy and engaging conversation.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes and 13 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 30 with DAVID WHITE of HEATHEN
Episode 30 and I have another amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with vocalist DAVID WHITE of HEATHEN who are releasing their new album EMPIRE OF THE BLIND on Nuclear Blast on September 18. David spoke about his love of lighting and the difference of Bay Area versus Florida, how at times there was debate getting the new album together, working with producer ZEUSS, the unknown future of tours, COVID-19, the new lineup, and music as therapy for the fans and the bands.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 29 with VRETH (Mathias) of FINNTROLL
Episode 29 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with VRETH (Mathias), vocalist of Finland's FINNTROLL who are releasing their new album VREVESVAVD on Century Media on September 18. Vreth was in great spirits as we discussed all things FINNTROLL including COVID-19, the heavy metal scene in Finland, passionate fans, the writing process, bring a producer and engineer, the singles, and what's next in 2021 and beyond.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes and 44 seconds.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 28 with VAYPER Vayper Guitars, LIVID, All Things Guitars And Music
Episode 28 and I have a long time friend for the conversation this week to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast it's JIM (aka VAYPER) of VAYPER GUITARS, the ALL THINGS GUITARS AND MUSIC PODCAST, and guitarist for LIVID, POWER LOUNGE, ADORE, and ANGER THE GIANT. We just jumped straight into conversation about the old days of Livid as they were a popular band in Southern California in the late 90's and early 00's and shared the stages with many bands including SYSTEM OF A DOWN, MACHINE HEAD, SOULFLY, LIT, STATIC-X, DANZIG, SIX FEET UNDER, SEVENDUST, COAL CHAMBER, PAPA ROACH and the list goes on and on. We talk about record labels, bands, showcasing, his guitar company and podcast, and look forward to bringing him back on the show again.
NOTE: This is part 1, to hear the rest of the conversation head over to my YouTube channel for another 60 minutes with Vayper
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 27 with JOEY VERA of ARMORED SAINT
Episode 27 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with bassist JOEY VERA of the legendary ARMORED SAINT who are releasing their new album PUNCHING THE SKY on Metal Blade on October 23. Joey had a very open conversation with some great dialogue on Social Media and how it's become a part of his career, opening for U.F.O., not forcing the writing process, the upcoming livestream on October 10, and all things ARMORED SAINT.
If you want to jump straight to the interview, skip to 2 minutes and 55 seconds
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 26 with JOHN GALLAGHER of RAVEN
Episode 26 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with JOHN GALLAGHER of NWOBHM legendary band RAVEN who are releasing their new album METAL CITY on Steamhammer/SPV on September 18.
John had a very open conversation with some great dialogue on Spotify saying, "It's a double-edged sword" and "We're being used by technology" as well as discussing the engineering of legendary MICHAEL WAGENER (SKID ROW, KING'S X) and mixing from ZEUSS (ROB ZOMBIE, SHADOWS FALL), and talks about a European tour in 2021, completing all of the vocals for the new album in 2 days, and all things RAVEN.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 25 with MAURIZIO IACONO of KATAKLYSM
Episode 25 and I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with MAURIZIO IACONO of Canada's KATAKLYSM who are releasing their new album UNCONQUERED on Nucear Blast on September 25.
Maurizio was very engaging as we started off talking about going to the record store as a teen and the smell of newly opened vinyl and cassettes as well as the detailed artwork of The Beast on a white background, Maurizio's anxiety, not having the internet to promote Kataklysm early on, writing the record, winning a Juno Award, and there is be no livestream or drive in concerts for the band, at least at this point.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 24 with BRITTNEY SLAYES of UNLEASH THE ARCHERS
I have another amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with BRITTNEY SLAYES of Canada's UNLEASH THE ARCHERS who are releasing their new album ABYSS on Napalm Records on August 21. We discuss Covid-19 in Canada, the small delay on releasing the album, writing the album, recording the album in Denmark. requirements for Canadian radio, Grants from the Canadian Government for musicians, European festivals, the record release live show, and what's happening in 2021
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 23 with AIDAN AMINI of SLAVES TO HUMANITY and AMIR DERAKH
I have another amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the 15-year old singer AIDAN AMINI of SoCal's SLAVES TO HUMANITY, who have had a quick rise to their young career working with big named producers and having a #1 most requested and most played song on the legendary KLOS 95.5 in Los Angeles. This band came on my radar courtesy of AMIR DERAKH so I am also going to replay my conversation with Amir from earlier this year. And if you find it in your heart, please like, follow, and share the HardRockCore podcast!
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 22 with CHAD GAILEY of NECROT
I have another amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the talented CHAD GAILEY, drummer for the Bay Area's, NECROT and this was an engaging conversation talking about staying busy during the pandemic, writing the new album and delays popping up, 'hardwork pays off', Chad's first drum kit and learning drums, Punk and Hardcore bands, and what it's like in the studio recording drums where the easiest part ends up being the hardest part. And if you find it in your heart, please like, follow, and share the HardRockCore podcast!
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 21 with MATTHIAS from NASTY and MAIK from HEAVEN SHALL BURN
I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the talented NASTY vocalist, MATTHI and this was an engaging conversation that started off talking about his name, running into the SCORPIONS in an airport, beer and getting drunk, social media, the band, haters, writing the new album and recording it during the pandemic, MENACE that is coming out September 25 on CENTURY MEDIA, as well as some insight into the chart success of fellow Germans, HEAVEN SHALL BURN. And since HSB came up again, I thought I would add my conversation with MAIK WEICHERT as an added bonus after my conversation with Matthi.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 20 with JEAN-PAUL GASTER of CLUTCH
"We did not have any intention whatsoever of making a career out of playing music..."
JEAN-PAUL GASTER (drummer) of CLUTCH on the early days as a band
I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the talented drummer, JEAN-PAUL GASTER of CLUTCH and this was a very fluid conversation and many topics were covered.
Topics Include:
- Fans picking the set list for their upcoming livestream
- Making a career was not their goal
- Technology in music
- His dream lineup as a band of GEORGE PORTER of THE METERS and SCOTT WEINRICH of THE OBSESSED / SAINT VITUS on guitar
- Live show versus the Livestream and ideas for future events
- Current drumset
- Playing live and not playing the same thing twice
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 19 with INCANTATION and SKELETAL REMAINS
I have another episode coming to you this week with two great interviews. First up this week is JOHN MCENTEE, vocalist and guitarist from INCANTATION who will be releasing their new album SECT OF VILE DIVINITIES on August 21st on Relapse Records. The second interview is with CHRIS MONROY who plays guitar and sings for SKELETAL REMAINS who is releasing their next album on September 21 on Century Media entitles THE ENTOMBMENT OF CHAOS.
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 18 with MICHAEL SWEET of STRYPER
"Now a really cool thing would be to get SEBASTIAN (BACH) to come in and sing a STRYPER song. I'm being serious and some people are gonna think I'm just being an A-hole but I'm being serious!"
MICHAEL SWEET of STRYPER on a collaboration project idea with HARDROCKCORE
This topic begins around the 18:00 mark of the conversation
I have an amazing conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the legendary MICHAEL SWEET of STRYPER and this was a very fluid conversation and many topics were covered.
Topics Include:
- The odds of the music industry and bands surviving the current climate
- EVEN THE DEVIL BELIEVES coming on September 4
- Fan Connection and Mental Release
- New Lyric video dropping 7.31.2020
- Getting their masters back shortly and what comes next
- HARDROCKCORE suggests a collaboration with RICHARD CHRISTY (CWOTD) , HOWARD JONES (LIGHT THE TORCH, ex-KILLSWITCH ENGAGE), and CHRIS JERICHO (FOZZY) and Michael suggests MICK MARS and even SEBASTIAN BACH.
- Online Trolls and negativity
- Freedoms, Rights, Liberties and Kneeling and Standing
- Fake News
- "We all need to be more gracious and concerned with what we say"
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 17 with UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER (U.D.O / ex-ACCEPT) and MARK WEICHERT of HEAVEN SHALL BURN
I have two great conversations to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with the first being the legendary UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER (U.D.O. / ACCEPT) and 2nd with MAIK WEICHERT of HEAVEN SHALL BURN so staying with the Germany theme today and both are fantastic conversations.
UDO Topics Include:
- Time with his family and living in Spain
- WE ARE ONE is a dream come true and took a year to create
- Working with former Accept members STEFAN KAUFMAN and PETER BALTES
- A positive message with a conceptual lyrical message
- Being an influence to the thrash metal movement
- MICK MARS
Maik Weichert Topics Include:
- Social distanced shows look like they're poorly attended
- To achieve the legendary status of SPINAL TAP
- The video for UBERMACHT
- Studying constitutional law
- System changes
- 'Trump does not unit people'
- Being Vegan and Straight Edge
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 16 with NICKE ANDERSSON of LUCIFER and JEFF WILLIAMS of ONSLAUGHT
I have two great conversations to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with NICKE ANDERSSON of LUCIFER and JEFF WILLIAMS of ONSLAUGHT.
Nicke Andersson Topics Include:
- His new label, Riding Reaper Records
- KISS
- Playing multiple instruments
- Working at your music
- His new house
Jeff Williams Topics Include:
- Location of the band
- Writing the new record and recording
- The meaning of GENERATION ANTICHRIST
- Hardcore and Punk Rock
- Touring in 2021
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The HardRockCore Podcast Episode 15 with DIAMOND ROWE of TETRARCH
I have another great conversation to share with you on the HardRockCore Podcast today with DIAMOND ROWE who has plays guitar for Atlanta's TETRARCH.
Topics Include:
- Moving to Los Angeles
- Album setup and making videos
- Recording the record
- Guitar tunings and gear with live versus studio
- 2021 you can expect international touring in rarely visited locations
- METALLICA
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