We're back this week with our long-awaited Best of 2023 episode and there's a lot for you to wrap your ears around. In a time that many seem all-too-thrilled to declare the death of a genre, there was an increasing number of great albums and songs released in 2023. Plenty of new material from veteran artists was released in 2023 including albums by The Rolling Stones, Alice Cooper, Overkill, Dokken, Halestorm, Prong, Metallica, Metal Church, Extreme among others. Lots of newer bands were forging their own path last year with new music such as Rock City Machine Co, Ravenstine, Seven Ravens, Iron Void, Crown Lands, Fortune Child and more. Other notable releases for 2023 including music from Marvelous 3, Wolfgang Van Halen, and Halestorm. Did any of these albums make our lists? You'll have to listen to find out. Chris and Aaron each count down their Top 10 releases from the year that was 2023. We hope you enjoy and share YOUR choices in the comments! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news from the rock world with Geekwire! This week's a doozy so strap in! BRUCE KULICK Says KISS Did Not Honor And Respect 'Kisstory' At Final Concert PAUL STANLEY's Son EVAN Is Not Interested In Leading New Version Of KISS ACE FREHLEY To Work On 'Origins Vol. 3' After Release Of '10,000 Volts' Album ACE FREHLEY 'Got Along Famously' With VINNIE VINCENT At Last Year's CREATURES FEST Vinnie Vincent charging annual fee for his ‘Euphoria’ Facebook group starting on February 1st Ex-SAIGON KICK Singer MATT KRAMER Blasts Former Bandmates Over Upcoming Anniversary Tour; JASON BIELER Fires Back Alcatrazz members say “F*** You**” to former singer Graham Bonnet and his girlfriend ROSS THE BOSS On His Creative Relationship With JOEY DEMAIO: People Called Us 'The LENNON And MCCARTNEY Of Metal Songwriting PEARL JAM's New Album Will Be 'A Lot Heavier Than You'd Expect' DAVID ELLEFSON On Scandal That Led To His Latest Exit From MEGADETH: 'When You Bare It All, You've Got Nothing To Hide' All that and the Camaro Segment featuring album anniversaries, rock star death days, and great upcoming releases! We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we finish preparations for our Best of 2023 episode, this week we bring you the best in rock trivia with Beat the Geek Week! If you are unfamiliar with Beat the Geek, it's the game show that goes to 11! Aaron Camaro brings the knowledge and personality of a master host. This time, Chris goes up against our friends Al Horta (Blackspinner's Circle/Be Cool or Be Podcast Out) and Ray Coon (Dawn of the Rising). Will they dethrone the Geek or go down in flames? You'll have to listen to find out! Additionally, the tables get turned in a round of Reverse Beat the Geek as Aaron takes on our friend Metal Mike (Voltage Junkie). Chris goes the extra mile and includes an Ugly Kid Joe round! Who will win this brain busting challenge? Listen and find out! Play along at home and let us know how many YOU got right! We hope you enjoy Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to finish off 2023 with all the relevant rock news with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this time! First KISS Avatar Show Scheduled for 2027 Ace Frehley Believes He Will Get Paid for Use of 'Spaceman' Makeup in KISS Avatars KISS Nearly Launched an NBC Cartoon in 1979 Ugly Kid Joe Bassist Cordell Crockett in Praise of Michael Anthony SLIPKNOT, KORN and NICKELBACK Namechecked in Rand Paul's Report on Wasteful Government Spending Sebastian Bach on Potential SKID ROW Reunion: 'I Don't Understand Why We Never Tried' Working with a Therapist Would TESLA's Frank Hannon Be Open to One-Off Reunion With Tommy Skeoch and Troy Luccetta? He Responds The Metallica & Nirvana Apartment Buildings All that and, of course, the Camaro segment where we celebrate album anniversaries and remember those that we've lost. We've had a blast with you in 2023 and look forward to much more in 2024. Happy New Year! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 12.29.23 and SHARE with a friend Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to give you a Rock n Roll party for your ears with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! We've got ten awesome songs by ten awesome artists for you today; none of which you'll hear on the radio. Aaron's bringing great tracks for you from Lost Circus, Jetboy, Ugly Kid Joe, Dizzy Lane, and Stevie Rachelle. It's an awesome mix of classic and new rock and metal to sing your teeth into. Chris dishes out killer audio from Dixie Dragster, Invaded, Ravenstine, Gun, and Floerence Black. It's an awesome selection of tunes all released in 2023! Some definite contenders for the upcoming Best of 2023 episode! What songs this week did you like the best? Let us know in the comments section below! We hope you enjoy the Radio Sucks Radio Show and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're talking about this time! KISS: New era, plans to continue as avatars. Dee Snider: KISS farewell tour, says they're done when they see the bodies in the coffins. Puddle of Mudd: Wes Scantlin considering country record. Wolfgang Van Halen: Stoked about Sammy Hagar's 2024 tour. Mick Mars: Right choice not to have John Corabi sing on solo album. Aerosmith: Dream On surpasses 1 billion streams on Spotify. Def Leppard and Journey announce 2024 stadium tour with Heart, Cheap Trick and Steve Miller Band. Ozzy Osbourne: Open to making a new song with AI-generated Randy Rhoads? All that and album anniversaries, rock stars we're remembering (including two big losses), and upcoming albums we're excited about. There's a lot to cover and we want to hear YOUR thoughts in the comments! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 12.12.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we look back to a time when the music industry was, mostly, run through a handful of record labels. With big money to be made, record companies such as Capitol, Epic, Columbia, and Atlantic wielded a lot of power. Buyouts were happening such as in the case of Polygram acquiring Casablanca Records which would result in a very in-flux KISS winding up on Mercury Records. Smaller labels, while limited financially, were successful at times due to scouting new talent and breaking it. This circumstance would lead labels such as Elektra, Metal Blade, and Megaforce to be on the ground floor of some legendary careers and genres. In this discussion, we discuss all of these record labels, many of the notable artists that inhabited their rosters, how they stacked up in the rock world, and much more. The era we're focusing on this time is 1980-1984.  Was the rule and oversight of the early 80's music industry a good thing? Is today's wide open musical climate a better thing for artists? Let us know what YOU think in the comments! We hope you enjoy Label Wars (1980-1984) and SHARE with a friend. Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With this week marking the end of KISS as a touring entity, we thought we'd serve up a Torpedo Dudes 4 All! This is Decibel Geek's KISS-exclusive podcast and there's plenty to discuss!   KISS recently had to cancel shows in Ottawa, Toronto, and Knoxville due to Paul Stanley contracting the flu. The band got back on track for Indianapolis and is moving forward with the final dates. Between the Ottawa and Toronto cancellations a tragic car accident/explosion made news as a possible terror attack. How does this (potentially) relate to KISS? Listen to find out.   As the band prepares for this weekend's final shows at Madison Square Garden, we discuss our thoughts on the current lineup, how we got to our opinions, and the multiple KISS-themed doings in NYC this week. Activities discussed include the NYC KISS takeover and, of course, the shows themselves.   It was confirmed recently that no ex-members, including Bruce Kulick, will be guesting at the shows. Will there be any surprises or shakeups for these landmark shows? We give our predictions. Speaking of ex-members, Ace Frehley released the title track to his upcoming album '10,000 Volts' which is due next February. We give our reactions to the new single, our hopes for the album, and more.   We hope you enjoy Torpedo Dudes 4 All and consider joining us on Patreon as a DBG VIP! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast family.   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: A Kurt Cobain cigarette pack is going up for auction. Sammy Hagar invites David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen to join him on his 2024 tour. Gene Simmons is "sad and angry" about Ace Frehley and Peter Criss' absence from Kiss' upcoming tour. Judas Priest announce their "Invincible" tour. Steven Adler says Vince Neil's voice is "rock and roll gold." Geddy Lee says Rush used to do a lot of cocaine to keep their energy up. Alice Cooper's official book, "Starring Alice Cooper," is due out in May 2024. Jack Russell and Tracii Guns announce collaborative album, "Medusa." We reflect on our memories of the passings of Eric Carr and Freddie Mercury. All that as well as notable album anniversaries, rock stars we're remembering, and upcoming albums to get excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a long time but we're backed to serve up some great, loud goodness with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! This week Aaron is bringing great tracks from Marvelous 3, Spirit Adrift, Andy Taylor, Chris Catalyst, and The Coyote Stylite. Additionally, we discuss the recent Marvelous 3 reunion shows and potential future plans. Chris is sharing cool tracks from Rock City Machine Company, Freakshow, Thundermother, Brother Cane, and Riley's LA Guns. The guys also discuss the RCMC album, Freakshow's recent addition of bassist Rik Fox, and more. It's a fun mix of rock music and discussion to help you through your day. We hope you enjoy the Radio Sucks Radio Show and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're covering this time: JEFF SCOTT SOTO Says MIKE PORTNOY Didn't Tell Him He Was Rejoining DREAM THEATER: 'I'm Pissed Off At' Him L.A. GUNS' PHIL LEWIS Was 'Very Shocked' To Hear About STEVE RILEY's Passing: 'We Were Never Truly Friends' THE ROLLING STONES' 'Hackney Diamonds' Tops U.K. Album Chart THE BEATLES Announce Release Date For Last Song, 'Now And Then' GODSMACK Is 'Talking About' Covering LED ZEPPELIN And PINK FLOYD On Upcoming 'Stripped-Down' U.S. Tour JOEY BELLADONNA To Sing National Anthem At KANSAS CITY CHIEFS Game: 'Maybe TAYLOR SWIFT Will Be There' PHIL COLLEN Doesn't Think DEF LEPPARD's Story Is 'Interesting' Enough For Proper Biopic: 'It's Been Done' MÖTLEY CRÜE Guitarist MICK MARS's First-Ever Solo Single To Arrive On Halloween SHARON OSBOURNE Calls NIKKI SIXX An 'A**hole', Says She Doesn't Believe OZZY's Ant-Snorting Story All that and album anniversaries, rock stars we're remembering, and upcoming albums we're excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron hangs out with Ray and Iggy from Dawn of the Rising during their recent trip to Nashville. The guys were in town to attend the Josie Awards at The Grand Ole Opry where they were nominated for Rock Group of the Year. Chris was attending to an family matter at the time but Aaron got to sit down with the guys to talk about numerous topics including the band, future plans/recordings, the awards show, and tons more. Additionally, you'll get a special round of Beat the Geek for good measure! We'll return soon with a brand new Geekwire but, in the meantime, hope you enjoy this fun chat. Enjoy! More on Dawn of the Rising can be found at https://dawnoftherisingmusic.com/ Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with the latest, greatest, and weirdest in rock and metal news with Geekwire! Here are the stories we're covering this week! Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy Osbourne have an assisted-suicide pact. Some serious drama in the Pretty Boy Floyd camp (yes, there is one). Roger Waters yelled at an audience at a recent concert. Pantera's "Vulgar Display of Power" album cover behind the scenes story. The top-selling rock and metal artists for concert ticket sales. Graham Bonnet was once approached about joining Black Sabbath. Metallica, AC/DC, and Judas Priest performed at the Power Trip Festival. Judas Priest will release their new album, "Invincible Shield," in March 2024. Dave Mustaine doesn't know when Kiko Loureiro will return to Megadeth. Mitch Malloy sang the U.S. National Anthem at the SuperMotocross World Championship Finals. Rich Ward has had lots of bad interactions with famous musicians over the years. All that and rock album anniversaries, notable rock star death anniversaries, and albums we're excited about! We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download , Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with a new edition of Brushes With Greatness! This time, our friend bassist Rik Fox (Steeler/Freakshow) joins us to share some of his run-ins with the famous/infamous. If you didn't already know, Rik was a part of the 1970's New York rock scene as well as the 80's Sunset Strip heyday. Additionally, time spent working in the film industry made it even more likely to have run-ins with well-known people on a regular basis. In this discussion, Rik Fox shares his brushes with greatness. From his days as a fan through his days in the industry, you'll get stories of interaction with David Lee Roth, Sam Kinison, Eric Carr, Ronnie James Dio, Pat Thrall, and many others. It's a fun conversation that we think you're gonna really dig. Rik is the new bassist in Freakshow; a band featuring Ronnie Borchert, Carlos Cavazo, and Stet Howland. Get full info on Freakshow at https://www.facebook.com/Freakshow2023 We hope you enjoy Brushes With Greatness and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: Live Nation ends artist merchandise cuts at clubs around the country. Steve Brown says Trixter will "never" reunite with Mark "Gus" Scott. Ace Frehley completes mixing eight songs for his next solo album. Ozzy Osbourne wants to record a new studio album in 2024. Dave Mustaine speaks out about his acrimonious relationship with some of his former Megadeth bandmates. Mike Muir falls off stage while singing "You Can't Bring Me Down" at Suicidal Tendencies concert in California. Vince Neil's concert at the Oklahoma State Fair was cut short after a shooting in the crowd. Gavin Rossdale explains why it's taken Bush three decades to release greatest-hits album. Don Dokken speaks out about his relationship with his former bandmate, George Lynch. Stryper plans to return to their "pop metal" sound on a "few" songs on their next studio album. Jann Wenner ousted from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame board amid controversial comments. All that and album anniversaries, rock stars we've lost, and albums we're excited about in the future. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 09.29.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts network of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to serve you up a special slab of great new rock and metal tunes from killer new artists with Fresh Blood! In this edition, Chris is delivering great tracks from The Sunset Drip, Iron Void, Midnight Vice, The Lazys, and Samarkind. All five tracks are killer and run the gamut of the genres. Aaron's bringing you excellent new tracks from Seven Ravens, Roadwolf, The Cold Stares, Wanted, and The Gems. It's a great collection of tunes to discover. If you hear something you like, be sure to support the artists through purchasing albums, merch, following them on social media, and watching for them on tour near you. The future of rock depends on YOU! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood for September of 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with another look at the weird, wild, and wonderful world of rock with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're focusing on this week! Nuno Bettencourt says Extreme had three albums' worth of material to choose from for their new album, Six. Steven Tyler has sustained vocal cord damage and Aerosmith has postponed several shows on their farewell tour. Stephen Pearcy of Ratt says he would take the following albums to a desert island..... Chad Kroeger says he will no longer talk about the hate for Nickelback. Blue Ridge Rock Festival has canceled weekend performances due to "severe weather." Freddie Mercury's piano from Bohemian Rhapsody sells at auction for a ton of dough. The Rolling Stones announce Hackney Diamonds, their first studio album in 18 years and release a great video. A signed Led Zeppelin Houses of the Holy album sleeve sells at auction for big bucks. Sebastian Bach doesn't have a problem with Paul Stanley using backing tapes during live shows; just with everyone else. All that and album anniversaries, rock stars we're remembering, and upcoming releases we're stoked about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss the second half of the Led Zeppelin discography as we pick our Best & Worst tracks from each album. Led Zeppelin's career from 1974-1982 was a period of great success, with the band releasing some of their most iconic albums, including Physical Graffiti, Presence, and In Through the Out Door. They also toured extensively during this time, playing to sold-out crowds around the world. However, the band's success was not without its challenges. In 1977, drummer John Bonham died suddenly, leaving the band devastated. They eventually regrouped and released one more album, Coda, in 1982, but they never fully recovered from Bonham's death. The band disbanded in 1980. In this episode we each pick what we think is the best song and worst song from each album during this period. Will we agree? Will we argue? You'll have to listen to find out! Let us know what YOUR best and worst songs are for each of these albums in the comments section! We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of Led Zeppelin Part 2 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the weird, wild, and wonderful stories from the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're covering. Ronnie Younkins will perform with KIX at their final concert. Metallica now holds the highest single-show attendance record at SoFi Stadium. Sebastian Bach thinks "American Idol"-style shows are terrible. Nevada Governor wants AC/DC to play the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Lou Gramm says Foreigner's exclusion from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is based on a personal vendetta. Suicide Tendencies will tour the US in October 2023 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut album. Volbeat will work on a new studio album in 2024, but will not tour next year. Geoff Tate is writing his autobiography. Geoff Tate looks back on his guest appearance on Hear 'N Aid's "Stars." Disturbed's David Draiman wants to collaborate with Taylor Swift. Judas Priest's Rob Halford would take these albums to a desert island: David Ellefson says he lets things come as they come. Faster Pussycat's Taime Downe is working on his autobiography. All that and rock album anniversaries, rock star death anniversaries, and albums we're excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 09.01.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to get our rock trivia on with another edition of Beat the Geek Week! This is the game show that goes to eleven and this week is no exception as we've got THREE rounds of the game for you! In round one, Chris takes on Decibel Geek listener Steve Szelepski as Aaron dishes out brainbusting questions. In round two, you'll get a Reverse Round of Beat the Geek as Aaron takes on the challenge of Bill Elam of A2Z Radio. Finshing things out, Chris takes on challenger and host of The French Connection on CGCM Radio, Eric Lussier. How did your hosts fare? Did they emerge victorious? Did they get crushed under the depth of rock knowledge from the challengers? How did the KISS round go? Those questions can't be answered until you listen but, we can tell you, it's a fun hour-plus of rock trivia with a lot of laughs thrown in. We hope you enjoy Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the latest in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're talking about this week! Dee Snider blasted bands who wait too long to retire, saying that they often lose their passion and energy for performing. Glenn Hughes, who was once considered for the lead singer position in Van Halen, talked about his admiration for the band and their music. Van Halen announced a new compilation album, "The Collection II," which will focus on their studio albums with Sammy Hagar. Country-pop superstar Carrie Underwood covered Motörhead's "Ace of Spades" while opening for Guns N' Roses on their recent tour. Bruce Dickinson teased Iron Maiden's plans for after their current tour, saying that fans will be "happy." Dokken announced details of their upcoming album, "Heaven Comes Down," and shared a music video for the single "Fugitive." Mötley Crüe's Nikki Sixx is working on his fifth book. Anthrax's Scott Ian is okay with the use of backing tracks during live shows. Corey Taylor blasted bands who rely heavily on backing tracks, saying that it takes away from the live experience. Metallica launched their official podcast, "The Metallica Report." Mötley Crüe's Nikki Sixx said that the band is in the "we-don't-give-a-f***" phase of their career. Additionally, our friends in Dawn of the Rising were nominated for Rock Group of the Year at the upcoming Josie Awards show in Nashville taking place October 22nd, 2023. To help them fund their travel to and from the event, you can help contribute at https://gofund.me/8d940769. Let's help our friends make it to Nashville! All that and notable album anniversaries, rock star death anniversaries, and upcoming releases to watch for! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 08.16.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July may be over but KISSmas isn't as we time travel to another dimension with Alternate KISStory. Imagine, if you will, KISStory playing out differently. Imagine that certain albums were never released. Imagine the original band splitting up at a different time; and the subsequent solo efforts. Imagine certain replacement members never entering the picture and a reunion tour happening at a completely different time. Imagine a reunion album being released in a different era. It's interesting to think about and that's what we did. Thanks to a brilliant idea by Aaron Camaro and a fully-fleshed out alternate history, we present to you what might have taken place in a different dimension. Different, but still plausible. Additionally, Chris and Aaron will reveal their idea for a reunion album by KISS in a much different era. You'll get the album title and tracklist. Also, be sure to check the Decibel Geek social media pages for reveals of their album artwork! We'd love to hear your thoughts on Alternate KISStory, how you think it would have differed, and what YOUR picks would be for a reunion album from the era mentioned. We hope you enjoy Alternate KISStory and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk all the latest and weirdest in the rock world with Geekwire for the week of 08.02.23! Here's a look at the stories we're covering this week. Nuno Bettencourt apologizes to Richard Fortus: "I need to keep my f***ing mouth shut." Phil Lewis takes a swipe at Nikki Sixx. Nikki Sixx: There will be no setlist changes for Mötley Crüe's upcoming U.S. shows. Rock City Machine Company debut album is awesome. Dolly Parton's video for cover of Queen's "We Are The Champions/We Will Rock You" to promote 2024 Olympic Games. Ozzy Osbourne gives health update, says he just had a blood clot filter removed. Joe Rogan has chance encounter with Axl Rose at restaurant in Greece. W.A.S.P. cancels 2023 U.S. tour due to Blackie Lawless's "extensive back injuries." Paul McCartney announces new podcast "McCartney: A Life In Lyrics." Blink-182's Tom DeLonge credited with helping UFO disclosure. Nikki Sixx picks band Motley Crue would "destroy the world" with. Hair metal gets a documentary with ‘I Wanna RockDream’ Paramount+ series. VV October event. All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming releases we're excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue KISSmas in July with a trip back to 1975 in Cadillac, Michigan! Bill Barnett was a member of the Cadillac High School football team and was at ground zero for one of the most unique moments in KISStory as KISS visited Cadillac, Michigan. If you're unfamiliar with the history, we'll quickly bring you up to speed. The 1974 Cadillac High School football team was in a slump. To motivate the team, assistant coach Jim Neff started playing KISS music in the weight room and locker room. To take things a step further, defensive formations were named after KISS songs. This unique approach would go on to fire up the squad and result in the team winning a title. Realizing what a unique story this was, Coach Neff contacted KISS' management office and told them the story. The band and management seized on the unique story and agreed to come to Cadillac in 1975 during the school's homecoming week. The band would perform a concert in the school gym, meet with city leaders the next morning and finish things off being featured in the homecoming parade downtown. In this discussion, Bill Barnett shares his memories of being a player on that KISStoric football team, his memories of Gene, Paul, Ace, and Peter, and much more. The story of how the whole event came together has to be heard to be believed as well as the legacy it's created. Bill also fills us in on different potential film projects that might be happening to document the event in the future; one of which involves a rock legend coming to Cadillac himself to research. We hope you enjoy Cadillac Dreams with Bill Barnett and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While KISSmas in July is still in effect, there's a lot of rock news still out there to cover with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week. Creed is planning a 2024 tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their album Human Clay. Fear Factory guitarist Dino Cazares says that venues taking a cut of artists' merchandise sales is making it harder for bands to survive. Sammy Hagar says there will never be a Van Halen reunion. Over 30 artists have been announced for the 2024 Monsters of Rock Cruise. Mark Tornillo talks about how he ended up singing for Iron Maiden at a club show four decades ago. A documentary about late Snot singer Lynn Strait is in the works. Judas Priest will officially replace Ozzy Osbourne at the Power Trip Festival. Buckcherry's Josh Todd says rock is no longer dangerous. Richie Faulkner reveals the best piece of advice he ever got from Rob Halford. Eddie Van Halen nearly had a cameo in the third Bill & Ted movie. Jeff Young blasts Dave Mustaine for comments about ex-Megadeth members never "amounting to anything." Mick Mars doesn't want to talk to his Mötley Crüe bandmates ever again. Friend of the show and singer for Dawn of the Rising Ray Coon has a new gig with Angel Black. All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and releases we're excited for. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 07.19.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking off KISSmas in July with an unforgettable guest that's got loads of entertaining stories as we present Storytime with Diamond Tim! Diamond Tim is a Nashville native that grew up as the stepson of the city's longtime sheriff, Fate Thomas. Between his insatiable fandom for KISS and his connections to the city leader, Tim was able to get access to KISS in many different ways over the years. From his first concert in Nashville during 1979's 'Dynasty' tour to hanging backstage with the band on the 'Creatures of the Night' tour to presenting members of the band with keys to the city jail to much more, Tim had some amazing run-ins with members of the band. In this long form discussion, Diamond Tim shares his personal KISStory, his meetings with the band, his thoughts on the many changes of the band and much more. Additionally, he would go on to work for the band, interview members at conventions, and even go fishing with Peter Criss! On top of all of that, Tim's got a personality that'll have you laughing throughout the episode; we certainly did. We hope you enjoy Storytime with Diamond Tim and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with all the latest and greatest happenings in the rock world with the latest edition of Geekwire! Here's a summary of what we're covering this week! Nuno Bettencourt talks about Extreme's new album, "Six." Twisted Sister's 40th-anniversary expanded edition of "Under The Blade" will include an album of early covers. Ex-W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes discusses why he didn't play guitar on Hear 'N Aid's "Stars." Former Tesla guitarist Tommy Skeoch quits Resist & Bite, joins Bad Marriage. Vince Neil says Mötley Crüe will embark on another stadium tour in 2024. Marc Storace believes Krokus will "carry on" playing shows, five years after announcing their "farewell" tour. David Lee Roth shares documentary about Van Halen's appearance at the 1983 US Festival. Michael Anthony reveals when he first "came to the conclusion" that David Lee Roth was "bipolar." Queen's Brian May says they'd "love to make a sequel" to "Bohemian Rhapsody" biopic. New ZZ Top album will feature tracks recorded with late bassist Dusty Hill. M. Shadows says it's "okay to hate" the new Avenged Sevenfold album. K.K. Downing's KK's Priest announces second album, "The Sinner Rides Again"; "One More Shot At Glory" single available. Gene Simmons says both Ace Frehley and Peter Criss turned down invitations to perform at KISS's final concerts. All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming releases we're excited about! We hope you enjoy the latest edition of Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to dive deep into the discography of one of the greatest rock bands of all time, Led Zeppelin. Specifically, we'll be exploring their albums released between 1969 and 1973, picking our favorite and least favorite songs from each. Led Zeppelin, the iconic rock band formed in 1968, released their self-titled debut album in 1969. The album featured a diverse range of rock and blues-influenced tracks, showcasing the band's talent and establishing their unique sound. The album opens with the energetic "Good Times Bad Times" and includes other standout tracks like "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You," "Dazed And Confused," and "Communication Breakdown." Led Zeppelin's debut album set the stage for their future success and solidified their status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Led Zeppelin II - 1969 Following the success of their debut, Led Zeppelin released their second album, Led Zeppelin II, later in 1969. The album featured a heavier sound and showcased the band's growth as songwriters and performers. It includes the iconic track "Whole Lotta Love," along with other notable songs such as "What Is and What Should Never Be," "Heartbreaker," and "Ramble On." Led Zeppelin II further established the band's dominance in the rock music scene and demonstrated their ability to create powerful and memorable rock anthems. Led Zeppelin III - 1970 In 1970, Led Zeppelin released their third studio album, Led Zeppelin III. This album showcased a more acoustic and folk-influenced sound compared to their previous releases. It includes tracks like "Immigrant Song," "Since I've Been Loving You," and "Gallows Pole," which blend the band's signature rock sound with elements of folk and blues. Led Zeppelin III displayed the band's versatility and willingness to experiment with different musical styles, earning critical acclaim and further expanding their fan base. Led Zeppelin IV - 1971 Led Zeppelin's fourth album, commonly known as Led Zeppelin IV or untitled, was released in 1971 and became one of the band's most iconic and commercially successful albums. It features the legendary track "Stairway to Heaven," a monumental rock epic that has become one of the most celebrated songs in rock history. The album also includes other hits such as "Black Dog," "Rock and Roll," and "When the Levee Breaks." Led Zeppelin IV solidified the band's status as rock legends and remains a classic album revered by fans and musicians alike. Houses of the Holy - 1972 In 1972, Led Zeppelin released their fifth studio album, Houses of the Holy. The album continued to push the boundaries of their sound, incorporating elements of funk, reggae, and even orchestral arrangements. Tracks like "The Song Remains the Same," "The Rain Song," and "No Quarter" showcased the band's musical maturity and their ability to create dynamic and atmospheric compositions. Houses of the Holy further cemented Led Zeppelin's reputation as one of the most innovative and influential rock bands of their time. What are YOUR choices for the Best & Worst of Led Zeppelin from 1969-1973? Tell us in the comments and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the current news happening in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a rundown of what's being covered this week. A morbid, yet entertaining, article on rock stars last meals was recently released. We go over some of the more interesting items. Richie Sambora, former member of Bon Jovi, reveals he has not been approached about rejoining the band. Adam Bomb performs "Firehouse" on Tommy Thayer's guitar during a KISS soundcheck, creating a unique moment. KISS adds more shows to the End of the Road tour including an upcoming date in Crandon, WI. Aerosmith plans to release a new 'Greatest Hits' collection in August. But, is it needed? Andy Scott of The Sweet shares that Ronnie James Dio nearly joined the band in 1979, providing insight into a potential collaboration. Phil Collen explains why Adrian Smith didn't become Def Leppard's guitarist after a 1991 audition, shedding light on a missed opportunity. Mitch Malloy describes his time with Great White as exhausting chaos. Billy Corgan reminisces about a confrontation with Pantera, where he told them to "shut the f*** up" about Metallica. Alice Cooper announces details about his upcoming album 'Road' and shares the single "I'm Alice." The new song has had some divisive reviews. Former Hanoi Rocks singer Michael Monroe finally met Vince Neil in person at a recent festival. Axl Rose's AI-generated version of Velvet Revolver's "Fall to Pieces" is released and it's interesting, to say the least. All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming album releases of note! We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to give your ears a bunch of rock goodness with Fresh Blood! While we all love our old favorites, they aren't getting any younger. For rock to survive, we have to look towards the future and that's exactly what we set out to do with the Fresh Blood series. We've got 10 new(ish) bands for you to chew on this week and we think you'll find some stuff you love. Chris brings new tracks from Fortune Child, Formosa, Hot Breath, Gin Annie, and The Defiants. Aaron is serving up new tunes from Plush, Roxxi Red, Crash Midnight, Bad Penny (ft. Corey Glover), and Scary Canaries. It's an hour-plus of great music to turn you on! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to bring you up to speed on all the pertinent news happening in the rock world with Geekwire! Steel Panther drew mixed reactions from rock fans and musicians with their recent audition on America's Got Talent. We share our thoughts on this move. Bob Rock claims he drew praise from both Jack White and Jimmy Page for the St. Anger album. We mull over the mental state of all parties involved. Deep Purple's Roger Glover has put the kibosh on the recent rumors of a Richie Blackmore return to the band. We also discuss his take on bands doing 'farewell' tours. Brian Johnson says the AC/DC camp is excited for their upcoming Power Trip performance. We share our thoughts on if this is a harbinger of things to come for the legendary band. Other stories include Guns N' Roses breaking out some live rarities, Gene Simmons continuing to be delusional, Scott Rockenfield's lawsuit against Queensryche, why Sammy Hagar deserves credit for everything, and much more! All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming releases we're excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of June 8th, 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with our conversation with guitarist Klaus Eichstadt of Ugly Kid Joe! Chris & Aaron ventured to the Hi-Fi Annex in Indianapolis to see the bill of Ugly Kid Joe, Fozzy, and Pistols at Dawn. Before the show, Klaus was kind enough to welcome them (along with friend Voltage Junkie Photography) onto the tour bus for long-form conversation about the history of the band! With the help of Decibel Geek listeners, Chris and Aaron asked Klaus numerous questions about the history of Ugly Kid Joe. From why they haven't toured the US in many years to favorite bands to tour with to the story behind the band's mascot, and tons more! It's a great conversation and made even sweeter that it took place mere hours before the band tore things up onstage in front of a wild audience! Big thanks to Tim Binder from New Ocean Media and tour manager Gav for their help in arranging this interview. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Klaus Eichstadt of Ugly Kid Joe and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've been on vacation but didn't want to leave you hanging so this week you're getting Geekwire Live from Indy! While preparing for their upcoming in-person interview with Klaus from Ugly Kid Joe (coming soon), Chris and Aaron (and their wives) were hanging at a house in Indianapolis along with friends "Metal" Mike Gahafer of Voltage Junkie photography as well the world famous Mooger Fooger (as well as Mrs. Fooger). With drinks flowing and fun being had, the guys decided to break out the digital recorder and go over several current rock stories. In this episode we take on numerous topics including the release of the first single from Dolly Parton's "rock" album, KISS cancelling a show in England, the lack of a Eddie Van Halen tribute concert, Jason Newsted returning to the stage, Motley Crue vs RATT, Paul Di'Anno bashing Ghost, new Greta Van Fleet, new Doro, and more! All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming albums. We hope you enjoy Geekwire Live from Indy and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  , Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the weird and wild happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Aerosmith's upcoming farewell tour with The Black Crows is making news due to it's pricing. For a paltry $400, you can attend the show and sit on a bar stool with a blocked view. We share our thoughts on this bargain of the century. Elvis Presley, apparently, was more than aware of KISS in the 1970's and had a penchant for Ace Frehley's guitar playing. We discuss this interesting anecdote. Iron Maiden is suing a women's intimate apparel line and it's giving us creepy visuals. MTV News has shut down. Apparently, it was still a thing. Who knew? Other stories covered this week include the return of Jason Newsted to the Metal world, John 5 vouching for Motley Crue's live integrity, David Ellefson blasting Dave Mustaine, KIX hanging it up, BraveWords launching a record label and more! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 05.18.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Jason McMaster to discuss the making of the 1989 self-titled debut from Dangerous Toys! As per usua with our Albums Unleashed episodes, we dig into many facets of this album as well as the circumstances around it. In this long-form discussion, Jason gives us the origin story of Dangerous Toys including how changes with his serious gig with progressive thrash band Watchtower would lead to him to moonlight with cover bands. One of these cover bands would turn into Dangerous Toys. The story behind how, basically, a party gig would turn into a major label band is pretty incredible. The chain of events, circumstances, and connections that would lead the band to being signed will surprise you. Additionally, Jason discusses the making of several songs on the album including 'Scared,' 'Sportin' a Woody,' 'Feels Like a Hammer,' 'Queen of the Nile' and more as well as what the studio environment was like with legendary producer Max Norman. Other interesting topics covered include the backstory of Bill Z. Bub, the band's mascot, hanging out on the Sunset Strip during the area's heyday, album photography done with Mark Weiss, a special promo jack-in-the-box item story that's crazy in and of itself and much more! If you love Dangerous Toys, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN! We thank Jason McMaster for being such a great guest with so many great stories! Be sure to check out Jason and co-host "Metal" Dave Glessner on the Talk Louder podcast as well! It's a great show! We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Dangerous Toys with Jason McMaster and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back discuss all the recent happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire for the first week of May 2023! Motley Crue just continues to be in the news. This time, it's a combination of their Facebook admin battling it out with fans and the band performing "live" at the NFL Draft ceremonies in Kansas City. We cover a triple-shot of Alice Cooper news including stories on his upcoming studio album, deluxe treatments of two of his classic-era albums, and the setlist for his current 'Too Close for Comfort' tour. We discuss several tours that were recently announced including Powerman 5000, Ann Wilson, Skid Row, Metal Church, and Aerosmith. Other artists and stories covered this week include Megadeth, ACCEPT, Corey Taylor, Overkill, Bulletboys, and more! All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming releases! We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to fill your ears with some killer rock n' roll goodness with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! If you're sick of hearing the same damn 50 songs on FM radio, tune into this episode and get turned onto some tunes that'll blow all of that outta the water! Aaron Camaro comes to the table with awesome tracks from Deraps, Hurtsmile, Towers of London, Dome, and Rock City Machine Company. Chris counters with killer cuts from Lost Hearts, Blackwood, Elegant Weapons, Haunt, and Danko Jones. It's an hour-plus of great rock and metal that's sure to leave you satisfied. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show for April 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! The drama in the Motley Crue camp just continues to heat up. Between Mick Mars' lawsuit, Nikki Sixx's disparaging response, Carmine Appice getting into the action, and the potential for new music from the band, there's a lot to cover. We share our take on this situation. KISS' End of the Road tour continues to roll on but not without some speed bumps. In a recent show, Gene Simmons had to take a seat during the band's set due to dehydration. We discuss our thoughts on where things stand with the band and what the future may hold. Dolly Parton recently welcomed Nikki Sixx as a guest on her upcoming rock album. We share our thoughts on the non-creative song list for this upcoming project. Some good news in the Soundgarden world, as the dispute between Chris Cornell's widow and the surviving band members appears to have been settled. Other stories covered this week include Cherie Currie's thoughts on the slim chance of a Runaways reunion, Ozzy Osbourne looking rough, Blackie Lawless fighting back issues, Mr. Big potentially recording new music, Richie Blackmore and Deep Purple reunion rumors, new Great White music, and much more! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 04.21.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since we interacted with you directly but that changes this week as we invite you to Ask Us Anything! We put out the call for questions from our beloved listeners and you all came through in spades! In this question and answer session we get into some ROCKNPOD memories, discuss favorite/least favorite moments in the podcast's history, share particular concert memories, and much more. Additionally, we get into some of our favorite releases by classic bands, favorite newer bands, discuss the Motley Crue drama, and, as expected, plenty of KISS discussion. It's a solid hour-plus of us answering YOUR questions! We thank you for your input and hope that you'll SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with all the latest happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! Tragically, one person died and several were injured at a recent Morbid Angel show outside of Chicago. We discuss this sad situation and are sending good vibes to the people affected. Chris recently ventured to the theater to see the Neil Bogart biopic 'Spinning Gold.' Did it accurately portray Neil and the Casablanca Records story? Was it a mess of factual inaccuracies? Above all else, was it worth a watch? Chris gives his full review of the movie. Sebastian Bach recently pranked Skid Row fans by claiming a deluxe edition of 'Subhuman Race' was being released. Did this work as an April Fool's day gag? We give our thoughts. Other stories covered this week include Vinnie Vincent bringing Marq Torien on board for his next event in Nashville, Vivian Campbell professing his love for Phil Lynott, Udo Dirkschneider claiming his current band is more authentic than ACCEPT, and more. We also touch on the recent Ace Frehley and KISS drama (this was recorded before his recent followup interview). We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of April 7th, 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back, along with special guest Courtney Cronin-Dold, to recap all the recent happenings in Nashville with our ROCKNPOD Recap! ROCKNPOD Weekend took place March 17-19 in Music City. It all started Friday with the Rare Hare Pre-Party concert at The Wash at Eastside Bowl. Hosted by Courtney and Don Jamieson, the show features loads of great performances by Eric Martin, Steve Blaze, Stevie Rachelle, Jason McMaster and MANY more! We share our memories of the show as well as what stood out to us. Saturday March 18th brought us the ROCKNPOD Expo as well as Keelfest II at Bowie's Nashville. Loads of celebrity guests, live interviews, panel discussions, vendors, and podcasters from all over the world. We discuss our favorite moments from throughout the day and how we think it turned out. Sunday March 19th included a special screening of KISS Exposed at Full Moon Cineplext featuring commentary from Courtney, Don Jamieson, and Craig Gass and guest commentary by Ralph Viera and Ian Wadley of Rock and Metal Combat Podcast. So many funny moments took place at this screening. You'll get our thoughts on all of it. The weekend closed out Sunday night with a special Punchlines & Backlines show that included comedy from Courtney, Don, and Craig and Eric Martin doing comedy for the first time. The night closed out with a special acoustic show from Eric and his band mates. We share our memories of this special night including your hosts getting up on stage to speak to the crowd. ROCKNPOD 2023 was another memorable event that celebrated rock music and podcasting and we loved meeting and hanging with so many of you. We hope you enjoy ROCKNPOD Recap and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week for some rock and metal trivia as Chris takes on 3 opponents for Beat the Geek Week! Recorded just before ROCKNPOD (recap episode coming next week), Aaron returns as your favorite game show host. We welcome challengers Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni, LC from Cobras & Fire, and The Mooger Fooger himself! Did Chris defend his throne and lay waste to the competition? Or, had expo planning turned his brain to mush; resulting in a severe beatdown from the challengers? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with all the intriguing news of the rock and metal worlds with Geekwire! We start things off with our very own Aaron Camaro who has now become famous in the KISS fandom world. Listen to the the show to find out why! Former Ozzy Osbourne bassist Phil Soussan recently recalled the experience of having a young Metallica open for his boss back in 1986. Imagine having to follow that! Mr. Big has finally announced the touring drummer for their upcoming tour. Surprise, we were both wrong in our predictions. Listen to find out who it is. KISS made their big announcement on Howard Stern's radio show that they will be wrapping up touring at Madison Square Garden in December. Should we take this seriously? Listen and find out. Other stories touched on this week include Nita Strauss returning to Alice Cooper's band, Corey Taylor hyping his upcoming solo album, Rob Halford's potential guest spot on Dolly Parton's upcoming "rock" album, and more! All that and rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and upcoming releases we're excited about. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 03.12.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with a bunch of musical greatness for your ears with Fresh Blood! We've got 10 bands that have incredible material that you (most likely) haven't heard. This week Chris brings great tunes from Spidergawd, Girish and the Chronicles, Twister, Brake Loose, and Spyder Byte. Aaron is serving up great tracks from Fuzzbubble, Seasons of the Wolf, Spirit Adrift, Drew Cagle & The Reputation, and Cross Eyed Lover. It's an hour-plus of awesome rock music for you. If you dig it, give the bands a LIKE on their social media and purchase the tunes. Watch for them coming to your town and support them. We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood for February of 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the current happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! We start with a double-shot of Megadeth-related news as the band proper will be joined by former guitarist Marty Friedman at their upcoming Budokan show in Tokyo. On a less-positive note, former guitarist Jeff Young didn't hold back in his opinion of Dave Mustaine's current talent level. We share our thoughts on both of these stories. KISS manager Doc McGhee had a very awkward exchange in an interview recently. When pressed by Synchin' Stanley about Paul Stanley's use of vocal tracks, Doc had a confusing answer. We share our thoughts on this news. Rolling Stone Magazine released a "Horrible Albums by Brilliant Artists" article which included KISS. Are they now claiming KISS are brilliant? We share our thoughts and take a peak at the article. Other artists covered this week include Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Geezer Butler, Bon Jovi, Dio, and Dave Grohl among others. All that and rock start birthdays, death anniversaries, and upcoming releases we're excited for. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 02.20.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're doing something a little different. Aaron Camaro takes the mic to give you a full rundown of ROCKNPOD Weekend coming up next month in Nashville! Chris has been hard at work with the team getting everything in place for what promises to be the biggest ROCKNPOD yet. Over 40 podcasts from across the globe will be in attendance as well as over 50 celebrity guests, over 50 vendors, and tons more. Additionally, there will be several awesome concerts and events taking place throughout the weekend. Aaron gives you the run down on everything in this deep dive episode. If you're on the fence about coming, this should help push you over the top to join us in Nashville. Go to www.rocknpod.com to get your tickets and info! We hope you enjoy the Ultimate ROCKNPOD Preview 2023 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to break down all the current rock and metal news with Geekwire! After many years of pleading, Ugly Kid Joe are finally doing a stateside tour. KISS manager Doc McGhee recently appeared on Podcast Rock City for a long interview about the upcoming plans for finishing out the End of the Road tour. We share our reactions to his comments. Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper have announced a co-headlining tour for this year. We share our thoughts on the pairing as well as on the size of the venues selected. Twisted Sister recently reunited for a one-off reunion for their Metal Hall of Fame induction. We discuss Dee Snider's recent comments about the potential for future shows (or lack thereof) Other stories covered this week include the next KISS Off the Soundboard release, Pantera being removed from European festivals, Motley Crue rehearsing with John 5, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame redefining what the term means, and more! All that and rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and upcoming releases. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with a great talk with a great guest as comedian Craig Gass joins us for The Best & Worst of Guns N Roses! Formed on the Sunset Strip in 1985, Guns N Roses quickly ascended to the top of the rock world with their debut album 'Appetite for Destruction.' Along with the success would come controversy as the band truly lived the rock star lifestyle. The combustible mix of attitude, agression, talent, and addiction made the band stand out from their peers. Even their stripped down look would signal to the music scene that times were changing. The band would go on to release the massive 'Use Your Illusion' parts 1 and 2 and graduate to stadium tours. But, just as quickly as they rose, the band started to fall apart. Members leaving one by one would cause a long dormant period for the band while singer Axl Rose labored over his opus 'Chinese Democracy.' By the time the album finally was released, it did more to confuse fans than excite them. Guns N Roses have found new success in recent years with the return of guitarist Slash and bassist Duff McKagan. In this discussion, we pick our favorite and least favorite track from each album. Additionally, we share our stories of how the band first came on our radar as well as our memories of each album. Craig Gass brings some great stories to the table as he's had multiple interactions with the band members going back to nearly the beginning. It's a fun talk about a very intriguing band. We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst with Guns N Roses with Craig Gass and SHARE with a friend! You can also meet us and Craig Gass at ROCKNPOD Weekend coming up in Nashville March 17-19! Get your tickets at www.rocknpod.com Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the current rock and metal news happenings with Geekwire! Legendary guitarist Jeff Beck recently passed away and a huge outpouring of tributes from the music world ensued. We share our thoughts and memories of Jeff Beck. Alternatively, former Stryper bassist Tim Gaines posted a controversial post on Beck's final destination. The post angered many across social media, including Chris. We go over his comments and share our reactions to it. Current Great White front man Brett Carlisle has been wowing rock crowds recently. We discuss some recent comments about him made by guitarist Mark Kendall. Additionally, Brett was recently announced as a guest at the upcoming ROCKNPOD Expo in Nashville. You should come and see him. Just sayin. Motley Crue front man Vince Neil recently cancelled a Florida appearance at the RokIsland festival in Florida due to battling Covid. There are swirlings that there's more to it. We share our thoughts. Other stories covered this week include Mike Portnoy joining Twisted Sister for their Metal Hall of Fame induction performance, Obituary drummer Donald Tardy's love of felines getting attention on CNN, Ace Frehley's former house now available to rent as an Airbnb, Iggy Pop turning down the gig in AC/DC, and the price list of memorabilia on offer at Vinnie Vincent's recent S.I.R. gathering. All that and rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and upcoming releases. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 01.19.23 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to take a look at the year that was with our Best of 2022 episode! As we tend to say every year, if you think rock is dead, you're not looking hard enough. There were a ton of great releases in 2022 and we're each gonna highlight our top 10. 2022 saw the release of new records by old favorites including Scorpions, Ozzy Osbourne, Megadeth, Korn, GWAR, Halestorm, and many others. Did they make our lists? You'll have to listen to find out. Other great releases came out from younger and more modern bands came out including albums by Goodbye June, Gunshine, H.E.A.T., Ghost, Treat, and more. Did any of them make our lists? We're, obviously, keeping our picks close to the vest as we want you to hear for yourselves. What are YOUR favorite records of 2022? We'd love to hear from you in the comments! We hope you enjoy Best of 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! Topics covered this week include Rolling Stone magazine's new list that's pissing everyone off, Peter Criss singing a deep track from Dynasty at his house, new and upcoming releases from David Lee Roth and Tony Iommi, confirmed and potential tours from Mr. Big and AC/DC, Wolf Hoffman's quote being turned into click bait, Mick Sweda searing off working with Bulletboys, and much more. We also take a moment to remember and pay tribute to our late friend Bob Nalbandian. Bob did a helluva lot for the metal and music podcasting worlds and will be very much missed. All that and rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and anticipated releases. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back for the second half of our 2 part series on the Best & Worst of Metallica! This time, we're joined by our friend and fellow podcaster Joshua Toomey to cover the latter half of the kings of thrash career as we focus on 1996 through today. Riding high on the success of The Black Album, Metallica returned in 1996 with Load and Reload a year later. The band had a new look and a new, stripped down sound. While the changes didn't necessarily resonate with their hardcore fans, it opened the band to a new audience and success continued. They would continue to change with the release of St. Anger before returning to an earlier sound with Death Magnetic. However, they'd take a huge left turn courtesy of the collaboration with Lou Reed in Lulu. Righting the ship, they'd release Hardwired...to Self Destruct to the joy of their fan base. In 2022, they'd give fans a glimpse of the future with the release of the single 'Lux Aeterna.' This release would coincide with the announcement of their next album '72 Seasons' as well as a huge tour with Pantera to come in 2023 and 2024. In this discussion, the guys pick their favorite and least favorite tune off each album, give their thoughts on the ever-changing sound of the band during these years and state their hopes for the next album. Additionally, they discuss singles, EP releases, and cover songs released during this period. We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of Metallica Part 2 (1996-Today) and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! This week we talk news stories including Sebastian Bach reflecting on what he misses about the old days, Queensryche promising some deep cuts on their next tour, Michael Sweet and King Diamond becoming besties, John Corabi calling out Motley Crue, Brian Johnson becoming a fanboy, KISS announcing even more tour dates, new/old material from Quiet Riot, and more. Additional stories discussed include KK Downing being rude to the rest of Judas Priest (allegedly) at their Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction, a discussion on the Kings of Stage Banter, Miles Kennedy's early days of air guitar, and Sharon Osbourne's recent hospital stay. All that and rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and much more! We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 12.23.22 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we begin a mega two part series as we look at The Best & Worst of Metallica! In this episode, we're joined by fellow podcaster Metal Mike Tyler from That Metal Station & The Plug podcast. This time, we're focusing on the formative years of the bay area legends. Metallica broke onto the scene in 1983 with the release of 'Kill Em All.' The melding of punk and NWOBHM influences created a bombastic new sound that would create the genre of thrash metal. The band wouldn't slow down; releasing 'Ride the Lightning' in 1984. In 1986, the band would unleash 'Master of Puppets' on a ravenous fan base. While riding high on the momentum of their first three albums, Metallica would encounter tragedy on the road as bassist Cliff Burton was killed in a bus crash in Sweden. The band would quickly regroup and recruit former Flotsam and Jetsam bassist Jason Newsted. Metallica would work out the kinks on 1987's 'The 5.98 EP: Garage Days Re-Revisited' before launching a full scale assault on the ears with 1988's '...And Justice for All.' The release of the 'One' single and music video would elevate the band into the public eye. In 1991, the ascendancy would be complete with the release of 'Metallica,' better known simply as The Black Album. The simplified direction didn't exactly please die-hard fans but certainly earned the band superstar status. In this episode, the guys will discuss their history of becoming Metallica fans, reminisce on their experiences as fans, and each pick what they deem the best and worst song from each album of this era. What are YOUR picks for the best and worst songs from each album? Let us know in the comments below! We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of Metallica Part 1 (1983-1991) and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with all the rock news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! The biggest news recently has been the Lux Aeterna single release by Metallica as well as their upcoming album and stadium tour. We share our thoughts on the song, the album, the tour and more. Pantera has returned to the stage with performances in Mexico. We go over our thoughts on their return, the setlist and more. Lawsuits galore in the Autograph and Journey camps. We discuss them both and give our thoughts. Other stories include Bret Michaels' upcoming Parti Gras tour, Blackie Lawless admitting to using supplemental vocal tracks, Aerosmith's recent cancellations, Axl Rose injuring a fan via microphone and more! Additionally, we go other rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, and upcoming releases. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 12.08.22 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all remember getting the annual Wish Book from the department store and drooling over all the cool stuff we wanted from Santa each year. The modern day equivalent to that these days is eBay. You can literally find just about anything on there. With the holiday season now in full swing, this week we take a look through eBay for some of the highest priced rock and metal offerings from our favorite bands. We find some amazing stuff, some interesting stuff, and even some truly disturbing items. We cover everything from stage used items from Alice Cooper and Brad Whitford to hand-written setlists from Alice in Chains to an Aerosmith crew ashtray to strange items relating to Sebastian Bach and Jon Bon Jovi. There's even a car owned by John Bonham!        In this episode you'll hear out takes on some awesome items that we'd love to find under the tree this Christmas. If you've got a special rock fan in mind this holiday season and some money to burn, this might be a great guide for your shopping list. We hope you enjoy Christmas Shopping 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a new name but the same, goofy news coverage as we present Geekwire! As per usual, we're covering all the rock and metal news that you care about. Starting things off is our announcement of Keelfest as a part of ROCKNPOD weekend in March of 2023. We go over the lineup and much more. If you haven't yet, get your tickets, VIP, podcast registration and more at www.rocknpod.com Ex-Iron Maiden singer Paul Dianno has recently clarified a statement he made about Steve Harris.  Eric Martin is hinting that new things from Mr. Big might be on the way. Steven Pearcy is planning a big release of career-spanning material. Nickelback actually gets some love in this episode (no spoilers here). Foreigner announces their farewell tour. Kurt Cobain's smashed up guitar has sold for almost a half million dollars. Other stories discussed include Zakk Wylde learning Pantera tunes, KISS getting slammed on a Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame list, Sharon Osbourne bashing Bruce Dickinson, and Metallica paying an amazing tribute to Jonny and Marsha Zazula. As always, Aaron brings you up to date or rock birthdays, death anniversaries, and notable upcoming releases. It's a lot of news to digest, but we're here to bring it to ya. We hope you enjoy Geekwire for the week of 11.17.22 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every now and then we like to challenge ourselves. Our Best & Worst series has become a listener-favorite. Many times, we focus on the glory years of a band. But, NOT today! For as massive as Motley Crue was in the 1980's, the years beyond that have been a study in contrasts. After a decade of churning out memorable, fist-pumping arena rock anthems, the new decade of the 90's was a battle for the legendary Hollywood band. The 1990's started strong with the release of 'Decade of Decadence.' However, the dismissal of front man Vince Neil would signify a big fall from the top. The self-titled 1994 album showed off a new side to the band with their new addtion, John Corabi. However, commercial success would elude them. This would force the return of Vince Neil and an album that did more to confuse fans than excite them in 'Generation Swine.' Since then, only one full release 'Saints of Los Angeles' has been issued along with several greatest hits compilations, soundtracks, and singles that provided a smattering of new material. In this episode, we go through all of these releases including the one-off singles of recent years. Did we find some diamonds in the rough or will this be tough sledding? You'll have to listen to find out. We hope you enjoy (as best you can) The Best & Worst of Motley Crue 1990 & Beyond and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the interesting news out of the rock and metal worlds with New Noize! John Bush was once again asked about touring on his catalog of Anthrax material. Mick Mars has officially retired from Motley Crue and has been replaced by guitarist John 5. Ozzy will relaunch Ozzfest but in a much different way. WASP has kicked off their new tour to mixed reviews. Former Foreigner singer Lou Gramm is not impressed with current vocalist Kelly Hansen. KISS play a private show for cigarette big wigs. Pantera's upcoming show in Chile has been moved to a much larger venue. AC/DC's Brian Johnson has released his autobiography. We cover all of these stories this week and much more! We hope you enjoy New Noize and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back again with some awesome tunes from new-ish bands with another edition of Fresh Blood! The reports of rock's demise have been greatly exaggerated and we're gonna prove it to you with with ten killer examples. This week Chris is bringing you great tracks from Living Wreckage, DeWolff, Crown Lands, Crashing Wayward, and South of Salem. Aaron comes to the table with awesome tracks from Dead City Ruins, Scream Taker, The Sheepdogs, The Dirty Delusions, and Cobra Whip. As we mention every time we do a Fresh Blood episode; if you like what you hear, go out and buy some merch, albums, and follow these artists on social media. If they are playing in your vicinity, make sure you see them live and tell them Decibel Geek sent you! Don't forget, ROCKNPOD Weekend will be taking place March 17-19, 2023. Join us in Nashville for the ultimate hang for rock artists, rock podcasters, rock vendors, and rock fans. Multiple nights of music, the ROCKNPOD Expo, and an awesome comic and pop culture convention. Tickets, VIP, Podcaster Registration, Vendor Registration, and more available at www.rocknpod.com Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with New Noize Weekly! ACCEPT ran into some trouble on their 'Too Mean to Die' US tour as vocalist Mark Tornillo is suffering through a viral infection. This caused the band to put on quite a different show at their Toronto stop, with vocal duties being handled by drummer Christopher Williams and bassist Martin Motnik. We share our thoughts *note - the temporary addition of vocalist Jason McMaster had not been announced as of the date of this recording. We wish Jason well and know he'll do a great job. See ya in March at ROCKNPOD!* Iron Maiden suffered a potential Spinal Tap moment at their show in Worcester as their replica Spitfire stage piece malfunctioned. George Lynch has brought the 'Lynch Mob' name back after changing it to 'Electric Freedom.' We share our thoughts on this name change and what we think his motivation wa$. Skid Row's Erik Gronwall stated in a recent interview that some fans coming to the shows think that Sebastian Bach is still fronting the band. We discuss how prevalent this actually is among bands and general ticket buyers as well as how quickly Bas' head must have exploded after hearing about this. Corey Taylor has taken a page out of Rob Zombie's book with the purchase of the Famous Monsters brand. This acquisition will allow Taylor to move into magazines, film production, toys, and more. Other stories covered this week include KK Downing confirming his participation with the Judas Priest induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, John 5 possibly joining Motley Crue, Ron Keel confronting Blackie Lawless about Rik Fox's involvement in WASP, Joey Ramone's estate selling his catalogue for millions, Ozzy stating that David Lee Roth has a screw loose, and more! Additionally, Aaron brings the notable birthdays, death days, and upcoming releases in the rock and metal world. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a long, strange trip it's been. When we got together in 2011, we couldn't have envisioned that we'd still be doing this over 11 years later. Moreover, we never expected to have made the connections, friendships, and memories that will serve us for the rest of our lives. In this mega-long episode, we share drinks, stories, memories and more as we look back on 500 episodes of Decibel Geek. From the theme shows to the interviews to the behind the scenes stories, we covered a lot of ground. It was heartening to take a moment to remember the stories, the people, and the response to these episodes. We discuss a lot of behind the scenes stories from over the years including the now-infamous April Fool's episode that got mixed reviews at the time. Additionally, we hear from several friends that are listeners and podcasters who graciously provided great feedback and audio clips. It was a blast to hear from you all. We don't take the friendships and listenership lightly. While we've entertained you, you've done even more for us over the years and it's appreciated. While this is a very long, rambling talk, we hope you enjoy our look back at 500 episodes of the Decibel Geek podcast and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back talking current rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! The new documentary on the legendary life of Ronnie James Dio, 'Dreamers Never Die,' was released to theaters recently. Noticeably absent was original Dio guitarist Vivian Campbell. We discuss his absence and the reasons behind it. According to guitarist Richie Faulkner, Judas Priest will bet acknowledging the 40th anniversary of their 'Screaming for Vengeance' album on the road. How will they do this? We share our thoughts. Troy Luccketta recently mentioned that he's unsure if he'll return to the drum seat for Tesla. We give our thoughts on the situation. New and upcoming releases by Enuff Z'nuff and Iron Maiden are among those discussed this week as well as rock star birthdays and death days. Falling in Reverse recently cancelled a show due to the loss of a couple of laptop computers. Could the band have gone on without them? Is this becoming a problem or just the new normal for live performance? We share our take. Other topics covered this week include half of Motley Crue performing at the Taylor Hawkins tribute show in LA, Sebastian Bach making an ill-timed joke at the same show, drama between Acey Slade and Wednesday 13, WASP announcing meet and greets for their tour, and Dave Mustaine hoping to write with James Hetfield again. It's a lot to cover and we're here for it. We hope you are too! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week for another Best & Worst episode; this time we're tackling the catalog of White Lion. White Lion, formed in New York in the early 1980's, featured all the ingredients that a band needed to propel them to stardom. Led by Danish-born front man Mike Tramp and the virtuosity of guitarist Vito Bratta, the band had the hooks, mind-bending guitar solos, and looks that were required to make it big in the 1980's. White Lion would start to build a following in the New York and New Jersey areas culminating with the release of 1985's debut album 'Fight to Survive.' After dealing with record company politics that would cause the album to be released overseas first before it was available in America, the band failed to hit it big but would garner attention in the rock press. With 1987's sophomore release 'Pride,' the band hit pay dirt. Produced by the legendary Michael Wagener, the album was replete with arena rock tunes that seemed a perfect fit for radio play. Once the single for 'Wait' hit MTV, the band's profile rose quickly. The release of power ballad 'When the Children Cry' catapulted the band to new heights. 1989's 'Big Game' album saw the band team up with Wagener again to continued success. The single 'Little Fighter' did well at radio and also showed listeners that White Lion wasn't going to shy away from heavy subject-matter. Other songs like 'If My Mind is Evil' and 'Cry for Freedom' cemented that point. The juxtaposition of the bands' image combined with their willingness to break out of the 'party-rock' trend of lyrical content certainly was a contrast to other bands of the day. By 1991, the tides of popular rock music were shifting, making the release of 'Mane Attraction' a possible victim of circumstance. The album is every bit as eclectic as it's predecessor; but was it to a fault? We talk about all of these releases this week and share our thoughts on the songs, the playing, the direction of the band and more. We also pick our favorite and least-favorite song from each album. We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of White Lion and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the latest happenings in the rock and metal music worlds with New Noize Weekly! Wendy Dio recently stated in an interview that Ronnie James Dio was always overlooked while he was alive. Is that true? We give our thoughts. Ozzy Osbourne is releasing a documentary on the making of his new album 'Patient Number 9.' We give our thoughts on the album as well as our take on the recent Halftime performance that was cut early for television viewers. Mental health struggles continue to be a hot topic in the music community with the recent passing of Soilwork member David Andersson at a young age.We discuss our feelings on this sad trend that's taking place not only in the entertainment field, but society at large. The Dead Daisies have been forced to temporarily shuffle their lineup with the recent illness suffered by Glenn Hughes. The band had to cancel their Nashville appearance due to Hughes' fighting a throat infection. Other topics covered this week include Ghost's Tobias Forge commenting on the over-saturation of the touring industry, Chris Holmes not receiving any help (or even a phone call) from Blackie Lawless during his cancer fight, Kane Robert's recent return to Alice Cooper's band and much more! We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly for the week of 09.20.22 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by fellow podcaster Victor Ruiz as we travel overseas for Where You Come From: France! After highlighting French band BlackRain on a recent episode, our friend Victor clued us into several great rock and metal bands from that part of the world. It just made sense to turn the idea into an episode and share this music with you! Bands highlighted in this special episode include Rising Steel, Eternal Flight, Gojira, Iron Lizards, Avaland, Overdrivers, Rise of the Northstar, Hangman's Chair, Devoid, Headcharger, Dagoba, H-Bomb, Satan Jokers, and Molybaron. It's a whole lot of stuff that was new to us and we're assuming it'll be new to you. Check out Victor Ruiz on the now-completed Mars Attacks podcast and the upcoming Signals from Mars podcast. We hope you enjoy Where You Come From: France and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk about all the latest, coolest, and ridiculous rock stories going with New Noize Weekly! The Nirvana Nevermind baby lawsuit is dismissed, Bobby Blotzer pushes for a RATT reunion, Manowar recruits Michael Angelo Batio to tour Europe, Joe Lynn Turner makes a significant change to his appearance, Dug Pinnick talks King's X's financial woes, Riki Rachtman takes his storytelling to a live audience, Rachel Bolan responds to online trolls, and Tommy Lee pulls out his weiner. We discuss those stories as well as rock star birthdays, death anniversaries, new album releases and remember our good friend Rockin' Ron Runyon. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly for 09.10.22 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to give you some of our favorite newer rock and metal with Fresh Blood for September 2022! This week Chris brings great tracks from Guillotine, Who on Earth, Revival Black, Madhouse, and Ethyrfield. Aaron comes to the table with awesome songs from The Night Flight Orchestra, Star Circus, I Love Rich, Gunshine, and Wicked Revival. Be sure to listen and show some support for these artists by liking and following them on social media, purchasing their music, and seeing them live when they hit your town. Just like with forest fires, only YOU can prevent the death of rock n' roll! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood for September 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the current rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! Kingdom Come drummer James Kottak will be sitting out their upcoming Texas concerts; giving way to former Slaughter drummer Blas Elias. Does this mean Kottak's tenure in the band is done? We discuss it. Sammy Hagar claims that he was visited by Eddie Van Halen in a dream and that it resulted in a new song. He says he'll be recording it and giving co-writer credit to the late, great guitarist. Is this true or is it Sammy just drumming up more press for himself? We give our thoughts. Paul Stanley says that new KISS music would be setting himself up for disappointment. Is he right? We give our take on the subject. Bret Michaels claims that a new Poison album would result in a fist fight between the band members. We share our take on his recent statement. Blackie Lawless purchased Elvis' master bedroom furniture. Huh? We share our thoughts on this as well as if Animal (F*ck Like a Beast) was inspired by 'Hound Dog.' Other stories covered include Stryper postponing some concert dates, Alex Lifeson teaming up with Gibson Guitars for philanthropy, Dave Mustaine's regrets about Metallica, Krokus' retirement about-face, and the new Ugly Kid Joe single. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to give your ears a wild ride with tunes you'll never get on traditional radio with Radio Sucks Radio Show for August of 2022! This week Chris is bringing you great tracks from Nordic Union, Andy McCoy, Ryder's Creed, BlackRain, and Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts. Aaron comes to the table with great tunes from Klassik 78, Cycle Sluts from Hell, The Sensational Whitskateer Band, Ralph Viera & Friends, and Thee Rock n Roll Residency! It's a lot of great music that you haven't heard a million times on the radio. Crank 'em up! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show for August of 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast Network family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the latest rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! KISS' Gene Simmons recently did an interview with comedian/podcaster Dean Delray on his Let There Be Talk podcast. There were quite a few cool nuggets of info covered in this interview including some more talk about the recent video leaks. We share our thoughts on it all. Marq Torien recently made some seriously puzzling claims about Metallica's James Hetfield in a recent interview. We go over his quotes and try to figure out how accurate his story is. A 25 foot tall inflatable Ozzy Osbourne has been popping up all over the country as a marketing tool for his upcoming 'Patient #9' album. We share our thoughts on this marketing tactic. Speaking of big things, Tommy Lee recently bared it all on Instagram and set the internet on fire. We share our thoughts on this rising story as well as our favorite reactions to it. It's a slow news week, give us a break. Ozzy Osbourne recently appeared live alongside Tony Iommi at Britain's Commonwealth Games in his hometown of Birmingham, England. Speaking of recent cool popup appearances, Rush's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson appeared at Denver's Red Rocks Ampitheater for a rendition of 'Closer to the Heart' in celebration of the South Park anniversary. Wednesday 13 recently announced his next album, 'Horrifier' which is set for release soon. A new 'Exorcist'-inspired video single is already available. In the world of live music, recent stories include the Flannel Nation Festival being cancelled at the last minute, recent health issues in the Anthrax touring camp, as well as a tour announcement for Joel Hoekstra and Brandon Gibbs. Gary Holt from Exodus had a hilarious Lemmy story in a recent interview. We go over that while having a laugh. There's even more covered in this episode but you gotta listen to find out what it is! We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with a brand edition of Demolicious! Sometimes, the coolest stuff gets left off of albums from our favorite artists. This week, we thought we'd highlight some of our favorite tracks that were either left off or were earlier versions of the finished product. This week you'll get cool demos and unreleased tracks from lots of great artists. Aaron brings cool songs from AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Faster Pussycat, Wednesday 13, Enuff Z'nuff, Metallica, Tuff, Micky Ratt, and Mark St. John (allegedly). Chris features tracks by Alice in Chains, Pantera, Cinderella, Scorpions, Killer Dwarfs, Alice Cooper, Thin Lizzy, and King Kobra. Finding much info on many of these songs was difficult. If you have more background on some of these tracks, please let it in the comments section. Also, let us know what are some of your favorite demos and unreleased tracks! We hope you enjoy this edition of Demolicious and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to bring you all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock and metal world with New Noize Weekly! Kerry King recently did an interview and stated that his new project is on par with Slayer; quite a comment. Billy Sheehan recently stated that he's in possession of a pro-shot concert from the David Lee Roth 'Eat 'Em & Smile' tour. Aerosmith has begun releasing streaming concerts on YouTube from each decade of their 50 year career. Metallica just keeps getting bigger as 'Master of Puppets' has achieved renewed interest due to the Stranger Things connection. We discuss all of these stories this week. Other topics covered this week include Skid Row playing for more than peanuts, a deluxe version of Motorhead's 'Iron Fist,' the future of the Dio hologram, John Corabi's past driving a big rig, Andy McCoy shredding Nikki Sixx in an interview, Don Dokken's shocking recent live performance, and Rob Halford reconsidering the Judas Priest induction to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. It's a lot to cover but we get to it all. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by fellow podcasters Joshua Toomey and Chris Akin as we go over The Best & Worst of Pantera! With the Texas metal legends making news recently with the reunion of Philip Anselmo and Rex Brown along with drummer Charlie Benante and guitarist Zakk Wylde, we figured it's as good a time as any to look back on this incredible band's musical catalog. Starting with 1990's 'Cowboys from Hell,' Pantera blazed a whole new path for thrash and metal music. The Abbott brothers; Vinny Paul and Dimebag Darrell, cemented their place in music history and begun a run with Anselmo and Brown that hasn't been equalled. The subsequent releases 'Vuglar Display of Power,' 'Far Beyond Driven,' 'The Great Southern Trendkill,' and 'Reinventing the Steel' helped the band lay claim as one of the most influential metal bands of all-time. In this long-form discussion, we all share our thoughts on these albums, tell stories of how they personally affected us, and a lot more while picking our favorite and least favorite from each album. This was no easy task but we think you'll enjoy it. We also discuss the 101 Proof Live album as well as some of the b-sides and rarities that Pantera churned out over the years. We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of Pantera and SHARE with a friend! Check out Chris Akin and Joshua Toomey on the Talk Toomey Podcast presented by Knotfest as well as The Classic Metal Show at CMSPN.com Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast family of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to discuss all the current happenings in the rock and metal world with New Noize Weekly! The past few weeks have been like KISSmas for die-hard fans of the Hottest Band in the Land as a treasure trove of unreleased KISS footage spilled out onto Youtube. The uploader, using the moniker 'Sam Loomis,' appears to be a disgruntled purchaser of the material and points the finger at a well-known KISS fan and author. We're not sure of who or what really led to the release of these videos but we're certainly happy we got to see them. A big loss to the KISS world (and rock at large) took place recently with the passing of producer Michael James Jackson. Known by many for his stellar work on the 'Creatures of the Night' and 'Lick it Up' albums, he more than left his mark in KISS fan circles. We share our thoughts on his passing as well as his career. Some big news came out of the Alice Cooper camp recently with the exit of guitarist Nita Strauss and the return of Kane Roberts. Nita left to join Demi Lovato's touring band and Kane's return gives us all hope that more material from his era will be featured in the live setlist. We discuss Nita's departure as well as Kane's return. What do you think about it? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. Van Halen was back in the news recently in a couple of stories; both relating to David Lee Roth. In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Wolfgang Van Halen explains that the long-anticipated Eddie Van Halen tribute concert has been put on ice due to difficulties with 'a certain person.' It doesn't take a genius to figure out who he's talking about.  We share our thoughts on all of this stuff. One of the biggest stories of the past few weeks was the announcement of the Pantera reunion that's set to take place in 2023. This has caused a firestorm of response; both good and bad. With the additional announcement of Charlie Benante and Zakk Wylde being recruited to replace the dearly-departed Abbott brothers, it's added a new dimension to the situation. We share our feelings on this controversial upcoming tour. We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below. Other topics covered this week include news on the new Skid Row single, the upcoming Rob Zombie 'Munsters' movie, David Draiman from Disturbed losing his mind, and Tim 'Ripper' Owens feeling snubbed in regards to the Judas Priest Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame nomination. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're upping the irons as we pick The Best & Worst of 80's Iron Maiden! Joining us for this talk is Chris Dunnett of Powerslave (The Iron Maiden Experience). Chris has been a die-hard Iron Maiden fan since the early days. His fandom has led him on a cool path that includes not only his great tribute band but two opportunities to actually appear on stage with Iron Maiden themselves! In this episode, we're focusing on the formative years of the band. We start with the two Paul Di'Anno-fronted albums Iron Maiden (1980) and Killers (1981). From there, we go over the Bruce Dickinson era including Number of the Beast (1982), Piece of Mind (1983), Powerslave (1984), Somewhere in Time (1986), and Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (1988). For each of these albums, we'll share our thoughts and memories on them and pick what we think are the best and worst tracks. Will we agree? Will we disagree and start yelling at each other? Will our picks infuriate you? You'll have to listen to find out! We also cover the upcoming Powerslave/Rock United show taking place this weekend at Bowies in Nashville. It's gonna be a great night of rock and metal music. What are YOUR favorite/least favorite tracks from the 80's Iron Maiden albums? List your choices in the comments below! We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of 80's Iron Maiden and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with New Noize Weekly! There's a lot going on in the world of music and we're here to discuss it. There have been a lot of cancellations out on the road; notably from Whitesnake and Poison. We discuss these cancellations and what it could mean for touring, in general in this episode. Speaking of Poison, Rikki Rockett recently told Eddie Trunk that he's game for new material from the band. We discuss this quote and hope that Poison will go out on a higher note than 'Hollyweird.' Other stories touched on include Tommy Lee's broken ribs, Mikkey Dee performing the highest drum solo for Volvo, new music from Ozzy, the chances of a Cinderella reunion, Def Leppard launching a beauty collection, and much more! We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with another slab of awesome music to feed your head with Radio Sucks Radio Show for July 2022! Radio may not be spinning these songs but we are! This week's music includes some great new tunes from old favorites such as GWAR, Tora Tora, Stryper, Flipp, and Warrior Soul. You'll also get a classic track from Chicago doom-metal pioneers, Trouble. Additionally, you'll get killer new tracks from Native Sons, The Lonely Ones, Grave Digger, and The Great Affairs. It's a super eclectic mix of tunes that we think you'll really dig. If you like what you hear from these artists, be sure to give them a LIKE on social media, purchase their music, attend their shows, and help spread the word. The future of rock n'  roll is in your hands! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show for July 2022 and SHARE with a friend! The Decibel Geek Podcast is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to bring you tons of great rock and metal with Fresh Blood for July 2022! For Chris' picks, he's bringing you some awesome music from Kodiak, White Raven Down, Wicked Smile, Wicked Stone, and Stonetrip. For Aaron's picks, you'll get great tracks from Balls Gone Wild, Rivetskull, Wicked Smile, Kore Rozzik, and Sisters Doll. There's a ton of great music this week that confirm that rock is NOT dead! If you like what you hear this week, be sure to go to the bands' social media and give them a like, buy a t-shirt or other merch, and look for shows that they are playing in your area. The future of rock music is in your hands! Be sure to tell 'em that Decibel Geek sent ya! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts network. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to cover all the most important, noteworthy, and ridiculous recent rock news with New Noize Weekly. The Stadium Tour featuring Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison, and Joan Jett kicked off recently. We break down all the happenings and controversy including Tommy Lee's rib injury, Vince Neil's vocals, Def Leppard's new songs, and Poison taking things up a notch. KISS found themselves mired in a bit of controversy at their concert in Antwerp, Belgium as their use of vocal tracks got exposed due to some timing errors. We talk about the coverage it received. Kingdom Come's recent performance at Sweden Rock drew the wrong kind of attention as James Kottak's drumming was very off-kilter. Additionally, a bass solo that was, shall we say, memorable was performed. We talk about James Kottak's current state, the rumors of his substance abuse, and his recent explanation. Ugly Kid Joe had a busy week; releasing the first single for their upcoming album as well as having a band member arrested in California. We share our thoughts on the new track and hopes for their future. Other topics touched on this week include the Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts, ACCEPT hitting the road in the U.S., a cool upcoming Cheap Trick book, two new Alice Cooper albums, and much more! We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're taking a deep dive into the discography of one of rock's most polarizing bands as we discuss The Best & Worst of Poison! Initially called Paris and formed in Mechanicsburg, PA, the band headed west for Los Angeles; landing on the burgeoning Sunset Strip scene. Quickly gaining popularity for their over-the-top look and relentless promotion, Poison became one of the must-see acts in Hollywood. With the release of 1986's 'Look What the Cat Dragged In,' the band scored hits with singles 'Talk Dirty to Me,' 'I Want Action,' and 'I Won't Forget You.' Superstardom would come next with 1988's 'Open Up and Say...Ahh!' release which resulted in chart positions for 'Fallen Angel,' 'Your Mama Don't Dance,'  and the mega-ballad 'Every Rose Has It's Thorn.' The 90's would start strong on the release of 'Flesh and Blood' but everything was about to change. The exit of guitarist C.C. DeVille, entrance of Richie Kotzen, and change of sound on 1992's 'Native Tongue,' combined with the rise of grunge music, saw Poison's fortune change for the worse. Kotzen would be replaced by guitarist Blues Saraceno on the great, but shelved, album 'Crack a Smile' before DeVille returned a few years later. Since 2000, product from Poison has been sporadic but the band does still do well on the touring circuit; currently on the road with Motley Crue, Def Leppard, and Joan Jett. In this episode we take a spin through the whole Poison catalog and pick out our favorite and least favorite tracks. Did we get it right? Are we way off in our assessment? You tell us in the comments as well as YOUR picks for this episode. We hope you enjoy The Best & Worst of Poison and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since no other podcast has done it, we're back this week to review the recent Creatures Fest event that took place in Nashville. Yes, we're totally being sarcastic. A lot of our friends in the podcast world attended this KISS-related event over Memorial Day weekend and Aaron Camaro was no exception. This is a special free episode of The Torpedo Dudes; a KISS podcast from Decibel Geek that appears exclusively on Patreon. If you like what you here and want to hear more, subscribe to be a DBG VIP at www.patreon.com/decibelgeek. You'll get future episodes as well as over 100 hours of archived material. This event was headlined by former KISS members Ace Frehley, Peter Criss, Bruce Kulick, and Vinnie Vincent. Rounding out the lineup were rock mainstays such as Enuff Z'nuff, Vixen, and Pretty Boy Floyd as well as younger talent such as Kore Rozzik and Sisters Doll. Additionally, several special events took place including performances by Kuarantine, Minefield, an All Star jam, and an Unplugged pool party. Throw in vinyl and merch vendors as well as meet and greets and it seems like a cool event for KISS fans. So, did it live up to the hype? In this episode, Aaron shares his thoughts and memories on Creatures Fest from the atmosphere to the vendors, to the guests and, especially, the performances. Ace Frehley and Peter Criss reunited on stage for one of the nights, Bruce Kulick headlined the closing ceremonies but it was Vinnie Vincent's performance that seemed to grab the most attention; for a variety of reasons. What were our thoughts? You'll have to listen to find out. You'll get the on-the-ground review from Aaron and Chris gives his take from the peanut gallery (ie. Youtube videos). We hope you enjoy Torpedo Dudes 4 All (Creatures Fest Review) and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk about all the notable current rock happenings with New Noize Weekly for the week of June 7, 2022! Aerosmith recently cancelled several dates of their upcoming Las Vegas residency due to singer Steven Tyler checking into rehab. We discuss this sad development as well as our thoughts on the current state of the band. On the heels of the recent passing of Cynthia Plaster Caster, the famous cast of Jimi Hendrix's um, member, was recently put on display at Iceland's Penis Museum. Yes, this is a real story. We never expected to cover a story like this but here we are. A couple of very big auctions recently took place. One yielded the sale of Kurt Cobain's guitar from the 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' video for over 4 million dollars. Another notable rock auction featuring items from late Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul took place. We go over some of the items up for auction and share our thoughts. Other stories covered this week include the upcoming autobiography from WASP's Blackie Lawless, feuding between current and former members of ACCEPT, drama between Yngwie Malmsteen and Jeff Scott Soto, Bret Michaels bandana folding tips, new releases from Dio and Queensryche, a controversial Rolling Stone article on the last days of Taylor Hawkins and much more. We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly for the week of June 7, 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we return to the classroom as they go On Assignment for the 1979 self-titled release by New England. This time our teacher is Dennis Talbott from the Ages of Rock podcast. If you don't know, Ages of Rock is a fantastic music discussion show that you should check out. Dennis has plenty of reasons why he assigned us this record. He bought it as a new release and has since purchased over 20 copies! Say what?! Would we feel the same enthusiasm for this album as Dennis? You'll have to listen and find out! We give each song an A-F grade as well. New England featured band leader guitarist/vocalist John Fannon, drummer Hirsh Gardner, bassist Gary Shea and keyboardist Jimmy Waldo. The group was best known for the song "Don't Ever Wanna Lose Ya", which received heavy radio exposure on Album-oriented rock (AOR) stations and reached the US Top 40 in 1979. "Hello, Hello, Hello" also received some airplay. The quartet formed in the Boston area and was discovered by manager Bill Aucoin, who also managed Kiss. Paul Stanley helped produce the debut album along with producer Mike "Clay" Stone, best known for his work with Queen and Asia. Guitarist and vocalist John Fannon was the leader of the band. The group had a live stint supporting Kiss, but New England slid between the cracks of other Aucoin projects. The group's success stalled when their label Infinity Records was absorbed by its parent company, MCA Records. Gardner, Waldo, and Shea would go on to work with a then-unknown Vincent Cusano on a project dubbed Warrior before disbanding due to Cusano being brought into the KISS fold to replace guitarist Ace Frehley. Waldo and Shea would then go on to help form Alcatrazz. We hope you enjoy our On Assignment episode discussing New England and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk current rock news with the weekly edition of New Noize as we close out May of 2022! There's lots to get to so let's get going! A less-than-credible source has stated that Motley Crue are doing rehearsals with Vince Neil's son in case dear old dad isn't up to the task of the upcoming Stadium Tour. Is this a nothingburger or could there be something to it? We share our thoughts. The tongue-meister himself, Gene Simmons, recently made waves at a KISS soundcheck in Hartford, CT as he donned a bath robe (with nothing under it) in front of fans that paid to be in attendance. Chris made a simple joke post on Facebook for laughs and all hell broke loose. We address the God of Slumber as well as some choice comments from the post on social media. Mental health came to the forefront in a couple of recent stories including the recent death of Black Dhalia Murder's Trevor Strnad as well as an out-of-character moment onstage between Metallica's James Hetfield and his band mates. We talk about both stories as well as share our thoughts on mental health struggles. Def Leppard's Joe Elliott recently made headlines calling their upcoming 'Diamond Star Halos' album "career defining" as well as comparing it to some pretty legendary releases by other groups. A few songs have been released so far. We each share our thoughts on what's been released as well as our expectations for the new album. Other stories covered this week include KK Downing getting the green light for the upcoming Judas Priest Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction, Spinal Tap finally doing a sequel, and the online original music competition show by Hit Parader called 'No Cover.' We hope you enjoy New Noize Weekly and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to blast your ears with some rock and metal goodness as we present the Radio Sucks Radio Show for May of 2022! We've got a great lineup of songs by amazing bands for you this week. Chris has got great tracks from Cleanbreak, Bastardane, Lost Circus, Shameless (featuring Bruce Kulick), and Torpedohead. Aaron's serving up great music from Enuff Z'nuff, Supersuckers, Fuzz, Orchid, and Gunfire 76. Be sure to listen, follow, and buy music from these great artists. And, please, share this episode and review us on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, or Facebook and we'll read it on the show! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks May 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Eric Dover joins us to discuss Slash's Snakepit's 1995 release 'It's Five O'Clock Somewhere.' In 1995, Guns N' Roses were one of the biggest bands in the world; yet one of the most divided. Ongoing tensions between the members of the band would lead to constant delays in new material and the future of the band in limbo. Not one to sit around, Slash was moved to create new material on his own. With the go-ahead from label heads at Geffen Records, Slash started assembling a lineup of players and got right to work. Bringing in fellow Guns members Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, and Dizzy Reed as well as the bass talents of Alice in Chains member Mike Inez, he quickly got several songs written and demoed musically. With additional songwriting contributions from Izzy Stradlin and Duff McKagan, the album is loaded with Guns n' Roses attitude and sound; albeit without Axl Rose on vocals. With lots of great music ready to go, Slash needed a singer. After auditioning over 40 others, the job went to former Jellyfish member Eric Dover. It was an unlikely hiring considering Eric was a backing vocalist with Jellyfish. But, after an impassioned audition and showing he had the songwriting chops to hang with him, Slash offered him the job. The resulting album 'It's Five O'Clock Somewhere' is a lean, mean slab of bluesy rock n' roll featuring blistering vocals and Slash's identifiable guitar tone and solos. Eric Dover shares his memories of his time with Slash's Snakepit for this special Albums Unleashed episode; from his audition to the songwriting and recording process to the tour for the album. There's a lot of great stories in this chat that give you a behind the scenes look at what Eric went through during this time. We think you'll enjoy this one for sure. Eric has done a lot more in his career and we hope you'll check out his other projects including Sextus and more recently The Lickerish Quartet. We hope you enjoy our talk with Eric Dover about his time with Slash's Snakepit and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with a whole bunch more rock and metal news with New Noize May 2022! We're covering a ton of stuff this week and giving our unfiltered takes so strap in. Autograph bassist Randy Rand recently passed away. The sad news came in around the time of this recording. We give our thoughts on Autograph the loss of Randy. As requested in the episode, let us know of some recommended Autograph tracks. Metallica's James Hetfield is, reportedly, still fuming over the album covers for 'Load' and 'Reload.' Why? We get into the reasons in this episode as well as share our take on this era of Metallica. Jason Newsted recently spilled the beans on his potential involvement in a Van Halen-related project. This news was confirmed by guitarist Joe Satriani who was also asked to contribute. As strange as this story is, it appears that something was in the works. We share our thoughts on this strange story as well as cover David Lee Roth's recent statement on the situation. Other stories covered this week include the passing of Cynthia Plaster Caster, Matt Sorum's recent comments on the breakup of Guns n' Roses, John 5 revisiting a tense on-stage moment with Marilyn Manson, Machine Gun Kelly, Dave Mustaine relieving himself in an odd location, Queensryche lawsuits, Judas Priest albums news, and more! We hope you enjoy New Noize May 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to bring you some killer new rock with Fresh Blood April 2022! If you know of anyone stating that "rock is dead," be sure to clue them into this episode and prove them wrong! Chris' picks this week include killer selections from great newer artists like Lydia's Castle, Living Wreckage, Crash Midnight, Fortune Child, and Battering Ram. Aaron's awesome picks include cuts from Skills, Space Panther, Electric Black, The Bom Squad, and Flickertail. We have no doubt that you'll find something you love with our picks this week. Be sure to check out the bands, purchase their music (or merch), give their pages a "like" and share this episode to turn others onto them! The future of rock is IN YOUR HANDS!!! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've got questions and we've got the answers this week as we present Ask Us Anything! We put out a call on the Decibel Geek social media channels and many of you responded. We take on a variety of questions from a whole spectrum of topics; music and otherwise. Some of the topics covered include our thoughts on bands playing without original members, our day jobs, how we met each other, ROCKNPOD updates, past podcasting feuds, producers we love, album rankings, future plans, foods we love, and tons more. We thank all of you that submitted questions and did our best to answer honestly. We think you'll get to know us a bit better after hearing this. It was fun to do. We hope you enjoy Ask Us Anything and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize April 2022! It's been a heavy past couple weeks in the rock world with sad stories including the untimely death or Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins and the reverberations felt worldwide from it. We share our thoughts on Taylor and some of the reactions to it including that of Ted Nugent. Skid Row announced their newest singer recently with the hiring of former H.E.A.T. front man Erik Gronwall. The band released a brand new single 'The Gang's All Here' featuring Gronwall's vocals. We share our thoughts on the hiring of Gronwall, the firing of Z.P. Theart, and what we think the future holds for Skid Row. Bon Jovi recently kicked off their latest tour and the press is definitely not going wild for it. A recent brutal review from their St. Paul show led us to find some audio of the tour kickoff show in Omaha the night before. You won't believe your ears. Even worse, you won't believe the crowd reaction to it. Additionally, Chris Jereicho recently admitted that Fozzy does make use of backing tracks for their live performances and claims that "everybody does." Between these two stories, it's clear that there's some not-so-great things on the horizon for the rock world and Chris makes his feelings known on the subject while pulling no punches. Other stories touched on this week include Vivian Campbell reflecting on his bad deal with Ronnie James Dio, Tom Keifer publicly commenting on his late band mate Jeff Labar's passing, Spike getting sacked from The Quireboys, and Ugly Kid Joe announcing a new tour; spoiler alert, the US is once again not included. We hope you enjoy New Noize April 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're bringing you a great batch of ear candy for you this week with the Radio Sucks Radio Show March 2022! If you're new to Decibel Geek, the premise is simple; radio continues to spin the same 50 songs over and over again while newer artists and new material by our favorite bands regularly get ignored. That's not the case here! We've got 10 great tunes to band your head to this week. You'll get great tracks from young bands including Whiskey Grin, Bloody Heels, On Top, and Junkyard Dive. Also, a fresh new rock track from Eightball and new tracks from great artists such as Kane Roberts, Santa Cruz, Million $ Reload, and John Corabi. We close things out with a spin on classic KISS' sound with a track from Klassik '78 from their new 'Phantoms' album. It's an hour-plus of great music and talk so join us for Radio Sucks Radio Show March 2022! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we debut a new theme with On Assignment for the Marvelous 3 album 'Ready Sex Go.' Here's how it works. Each time, we seek out a fellow podcaster that we respect to assign us an album to review. We give the album several spins, in our own time, and then reconvene with our guest and grade the album on a A-F scale; going track by track through the album. For this inaugural edition of On Assignment, we're joined by Jay Scott of The Hook Rocks podcast. As a fellow Pantheon network member, Jay's show has steadily climbed in popularity and regularly produces great episodes for the musically obsessed as well as fantastic interviews. We asked Jay to assign us an album that he loves and he chose the third, and final, Marvelous 3 album 'Ready Sex Go.' Released in 2000, the album completely flew under the radar of most rock fans despite getting modest airplay with the single 'Sugarbuzz.' In this episode everyone shares their memories of Marvelous 3, how they discovered the music, and their links to Butch Walker's solo material and Southgang. We, then, go through all the tracks from 'Ready Sex Go' and give our thoughts as well as our letter grades. This album is loaded from front to back with power pop rock greatness. The hooks, the melodies, the production, the playing and more are highlighted. If you haven't checked out Marvelous 3, Southgang, or Butch Walker's solo material, we highly recommend you do so. So, what do YOU think? Did we pass the assignment? What letter grades would you give these songs? Let us know in the comments. We hope you enjoy On Assignment: Marvelous 3 Ready Sex Go and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we welcome good friend, podcaster, and author Brian J. Kramp to discuss The Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick! In addition to his hosting duties of the awesome Rock and/or Roll Podcast, Brian's got an awesome new book coming out this Summer based on the early days of Cheap Trick! This Band Has No Past tells the story of a bar band from the Midwest—the best and weirdest bar band in the Midwest—and how these four baby boomers, having been lucky enough to avoid the Vietnam draft, doggedly pursued a most unlikely career in rock’n’roll and made it on their own terms. It traces every gnarly limb of the family tree of bands that culminated in Cheap Trick, then details how this unlikely foursome paid their dues—with interest—night after night, slogging it out everywhere from high schools to bars to bowling alleys to fans’ back yards, before signing to Epic Records and releasing two brilliant albums six months apart. Drawing on more than eighty original interviews, This Band Has No Past is packed full of new insights and information that fans of the band will devour. How was the Cheap Trick logo created? How did the checkerboard pattern come to be associated with the band? When did Rick Nielsen start wearing a ballcap 24/7? Who caught their mom and dad rolling on the couch? Read on and find out. The book is set for release June 21, 2022 and we can't wait to get it! In this episode, the guys each share their favorite and least favorite songs from Cheap Trick's 70's output. This episode covers the self-titled debut, In Color, Heaven Tonight, and Dream Police as well as the landmark Cheap Trick at Budokan release. There are some definite differences in taste among the guys in this episode and it makes for an interesting discussion. What are your Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick picks? Let us know in the comments below! Be sure to pre-order your copy of This Band Has No Past by Brian J. Kramp at https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1911036874/creativepubco-20 Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we talk about all the music we're looking forward to in the New Year with Album Anticipation 2022! There was a ton of great music released in 2021. You can hear all about that including our picks in our Best of 2021 episode. 2022 promises to be another great year for rock and metal music. In this episode, we discuss some of the great stuff already released this year including new material from Tony Martin, Steve Vai, and others. Additionally, we discuss confirmed new releases from Guns N' Roses, Slash, Scorpions, Ty Tabor, Night Demon, GWAR, Hardcore Superstar, and many more. Other albums that are seemingly planned for release without a definite issue date are discussed. Some of the artists covered include Megadeth, Ozzy Osbourne, Clutch, Dokken, Overkill, Queensryche, and many more. The year in music for 2022 looks bright and we're here to cover it all for you. We hope you enjoy Album Anticipation 2022 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys recount a roller-coaster of a weekend in the sunshine state as Chris & Aaron Do Florida! One of the more memorable guests from Decibel Geek history was Dick Wagner. The original career-spanning interview with Dick as well as his appearance for an Albums Unleashed episode on Alice Cooper's Dada album were listener favorites and it led to a friendship between the guys which was cut short due to Dick Wagner's untimely passing a few years ago. Dick's partner Susan Michelson also became a friend through that experience. Susan would go on to found the Dick Wagner Remember the Child Fund; a music therapy program that provides musical instruction and instruments to sick and disabled children. That's what led to last week's events in Florida. The Dick Wagner Remember the Child Fund recently added Woodstock co-founder and music industry legend Artie Kornfeld to it's board. Artie will be working with the charity in many ways in the near future. Chris & Aaron were selected by the charity to be the interviewers for an upcoming film project featuring Artie. The guys met up with Artie at Dogmanic Studios in Pompano Beach, FL for several hours of discussion of his amazing career with a hyper-focus on Woodstock and it's societal impact. The interview was a definite highlight of Chris & Aaron's trip to Florida but not the only thing that happened. In this episode, the guys give a day-by-day account of the trip. There are many ups and downs throughout this loose discussion. From too much alcohol on too little sleep to rental car adventures to meeting some special friends while in town to flight issues to having one of those friends come in and save the day; there's a lot to discuss. We hope you enjoy Chris & Aaron Do Florida and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Chris & Aaron would like to give special thanks to Susan Michelson, Deborah Peak, Artie Kornfeld, Ralph Viera, Charlie & Daniella Hill, videographer Albert Aronov, and Christian and the team at Dogmanic Studios for the hospitality. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Chris & Aaron out of town for an interview, this week we look back on a DBG Classic as we revisit Albums Unleashed - Alice Cooper's Dada with guest Dick Wagner. Chris and Aaron are currently working with the Dick Wagner Remember the Child Fund this week; conducting an interview with a legend of the music industry for a future project with the charity. In honor of the charity, they thought it best to republish this classic interview with Dick Wagner in his honor. Original notes below: Released in 1983, DaDa was, for all intents and purposes, dead on arrival due to being the final album in Cooper's contract with Warner Brothers as well as the out-of-the-box style of songs. Part art-rock, part esoteric/theatrical concept, DaDa's synthesizer-infused production combined with a healthy amount of humor crossed with dark subject matter left 1983 audiences confused; and they weren't the only ones. The early 80's were a self-professed "blackout" period for Alice Cooper with the rocker going as far as saying that he barely even remembers the songwriting process or production of this album. Cooper's lack of recollection has led many die-hard Cooper fans to create their own theories as to the concept behind DaDa. Guitarist/composer Dick Wagner, a longtime collaborator of Alice's, was the principal songwriter on this album and was kind enough, while in Nashville in May of 2014, to sit down with Aaron and Chris to discuss the entire album track by track and memory by memory. In this discussion, Wagner shares his memories of the difficulties that led to getting Alice to come to ESP Studios in Buttonville Ontario from his Pheonix home to join he and producer Bob Ezrin in the making of DaDa. Alice's alcohol abuse hit record highs during this period and Dick shares his recollections of their songwriting and recording process that led to the songs on the album. From the creepy title track's intro that features producer Ezrin aping a psychiatrist talking to Cooper as DaDa's featured character over a bed of strange reverberating sounds and the voice of a child calling out for its father to the dark tale of self-destructive realization that is album closer 'Pass the Gun Around,' Wagner tells the story of the album's basic concept. During this in-depth discussion of 1983's DaDa, Dick Wagner reveals the inspiration for the man-in-the-attic track 'Former Lee Warmer' and how, while it has horror opera feel, it's true roots lie in a bad business realtionship with Alice's record label. A fantastic fan-created theory of the albums concept and storyline was written online in 2008 for Ultimate-Guitar.com by a user named madpaperboy89. Aaron and Chris were so intrigued by the review that they read parts of it to Dick to get his take on it. As you'll hear in the discussion, the writer was spot-on in parts. As you'll hear in this installment of Albums Unleashed, DaDa still holds a very special place in Dick Wagner's heart and it's finally earning some much-deserved attention after all these years. Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we barrel into the new year, we share our favorite music in our Best of 2021 episode! The general public (over 30) tends to repeat a tired old cliche; there's no good music being released. As you'll find out in this 2-plus hour mega-episode, that's a load of hogwash! There was a massive amount of great music released in 2021! In this episode, we each showcase our Top 15 albums released last year. Narrowing down their choices was a tough call. By our estimation, there were 80+ records released last year that were in contention. There were releases from old favorites such as Alice Cooper, Helloween, Iron Maiden, ACCEPT, LA Guns, Dee Snider, The Wildhearts, Volbeat, Eclipse, and many others. Additionally, there were breakout albums from newer acts such as Dirty Honey, Jax Hollow, Resist & Bite, The L.A. Maybe, Native Sons, The Pretty Reckless, Mammoth WVH, and more. Killer combo releases featuring a combination of great artists were released including The End Machine, Sunbomb, Seven Ravens, Minefield, and many more. As you can see, we had a lot to consider. So, which artists/albums made our lists? You have to listen to find out! Do you agree with our picks? Did we get it right? Who did we overlook? What are YOUR top albums of 2021? Let us know in the comments! As always, we hope you enjoy our Best of 2021 episode and SHARE with a friend! Happy New Year to all of you Decibel Geeks! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family of shows. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're delivering a big KISSmas gift this week as we are joined by producer/engineer Mike Plotnikoff for Albums Unleashed - KISS Psycho Circus! This album, released in 1998, promised to be the return of the original fearsome foursome to the studio. Unfortunately, it turned out to be anything but that. Psycho Circus has become a very polarizing album among the KISS fan base. Coming off the heels of the successful Alive Worldwide reunion, anticipation was high for a reunion album. The final product, however, would include more Tommy Thayer and Kevin Valentine contributions than those of Ace Frehley or Peter Criss. Mike Plotnikoff joins us for this in-depth talk about the making of Psycho Circus. After growing up a KISS fan, it was a big deal for Mike to be involved in the project. Producer Bruce Fairbairn had been on a run of big albums from bands like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, AC/DC, and Van Halen. His knack for a polished, big guitar sound would also be achieved on Psycho Circus. In this long-form discussion, Mike Plotnikoff talks about the making of Psycho Circus, the mood between the members in the studio, the use of outside musicians, songs that didn't make the album, and much more! We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - KISS Psycho Circus and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to discuss all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize December 2021! As we close out another year, there's quite a few interesting stories going on in the rock world and we're here to cover it for you all. We recently passed the anniversary of the loss of Dimebag Darrel. Coinciding with that, the venue where the tragic shooting happened (Alrosa Villa in Columbus Ohio) met it's fate with a wrecking ball. We discuss our memories of that tragic day as well as the impact that Dimebag had on our lives. David Lee Roth recently added more dates to his upcoming Las Vegas residency. Billed as his final shows, the addition of dates makes one wonder if this was just another ploy to sell more tickets. We give our thoughts on Diamond Dave's recent announcement. Former Black Sabbath vocalist Tony Martin recently launched a new single from his upcoming album and it is damn good! We talk about Tony's contributions to Black Sabbath as well as our thoughts on his upcoming album. Other topics covered this week include Steve Vai reminiscing on playing EVH songs and honoring him, Ted Nugent's strange way of delivering songs, Motley Crue selling their catalog for serious bucks, KISS possibly going on with new members, a Vinnie Vincent festival that was just announced for Nashville, KK Downing being angry, and way more! We hope you enjoy New Noize December 2021 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we present part 2 of a special 2 part interview with legendary producer Michael Wagener. Upon his retirement from the music industry in 2021, Michael has graciously granted Decibel Geek his final podcast interview. When you hear the phrase 'the soundtrack of our lives,' no one can lay more claim to it than producer Michael Wagener. His work with such rock greats as Dokken, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Alice Cooper, and tons more is a testament to his talent, professionalism, personality, and direction. His continued work with upcoming artists such as Jax Hollow, Black Smoke Trigger, and more show that he never lost his desire to showcase new talent to the world. The sales of his works top over 90 million albums. He's more than earned this retirement. As you'll hear in this 2 part interview, Michael shares numerous stories and memories from his life and career. From the early influence of the Beatles to his work with Don Dokken that brought him to America to producing classics for legendary bands and his hopes and goals for the future; this is an all-encompassing chat that we're thrilled to bring you. We hope you enjoy Michael Wagener: The Final Word Part 2 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we present part 1 of a special 2 part interview with legendary producer Michael Wagener. Upon his retirement from the music industry in 2021, Michael has graciously granted Decibel Geek his final podcast interview. When you hear the phrase 'the soundtrack of our lives,' no one can lay more claim to it than producer Michael Wagener. His work with such rock greats as Dokken, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Alice Cooper, and tons more is a testament to his talent, professionalism, personality, and direction. His continued work with upcoming artists such as Jax Hollow, Black Smoke Trigger, and more show that he never lost his desire to showcase new talent to the world. The sales of his works top over 90 million albums. He's more than earned this retirement. As you'll hear in this 2 part interview, Michael shares numerous stories and memories from his life and career. From the early influence of the Beatles to his work with Don Dokken that brought him to America to producing classics for legendary bands and his hopes and goals for the future; this is an all-encompassing chat that we're thrilled to bring you. *Please Note* - There is some static interference during the first 5-10 minutes of the interview portion of Part 1 but the conversation is still listenable and clears up soon after. We apologize for this technical difficulty and hope you enjoy this long form chat. We hope you enjoy Michael Wagener: The Final Word Part1 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to share our thoughts on the classic 80's era of heavy metal legends Judas Priest! Mark Strigl from the Talking Metal podcast joins us as we pick our favorite and least favorite song off each album from British Steel through Ram It Down. Judas Priest had built up their reputation as one of metal's godfather bands with great 70's releases such as Stained Class, Sad Wings of Destiny, and Hellbent for Leather. They'd up the ante in the 1980's with an amazing run of albums and even more success. Singer Rob Halford, guitarists Glen Tipton and KK Downing, bassist Ian Hill, and drummer Dave Holland were an astounding group of musicians that would help shape hard rock and heavy metal for many future generations. We had a great time recording this episode and hope you will share YOUR Best & Worst of 80's Judas Priest in the comments below! Please listen, comment, and SHARE with a friend! Catch Mark Strigl on the Talking Metal podcast at https://art19.com/shows/talking-metal. Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're bringing the music back this week as we celebrate the return of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! We've dug deep to bring you some of the best hard rock and metal that's been released in 2021! Are you tired of hearing the same 50 songs on classic rock radio? Well, fret no more as we're loading your ears with a bunch of killer music this week. In this episode, Chris brings several new tunes to the table by artists like Eclipse, The Lucid, The Sonic Overlords, Dirtbag Republic, and The L.A. Maybe. Aaron also brings great new material from Bad Marriage, Sons of Kong, Hammer Down Hard, Sons of Liberty, and Resist & Bite. It's an hour-long block of great rock talk and music. We hope you get turned onto something new this week and SHARE this episode with a friend. Leave your comments/reviews below! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back again with all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize for October 2021!. There's a lot going on in the rock and metal worlds and we're here to cover it all. On the day of this recording, news broke of David Lee Roth's upcoming retirement. We share our fresh reactions of hearing this news and speculate on what we think is behind it. We're gonna miss you, Diamond Dave! Troy Luccketta recently stepped away from performing with Tesla. In this episode, we talk about the announcement, Frank Hannon's take on the situation, and even attempt to contact Troy himself. Our host network, Pantheon Podcasts, recently announced a deal with The Who's Roger Daltrey for a new podcast that delves into the healing power of music. We share all the details and our thoughts on this great new show. Other stories covered this week include KISS' new Destroyer box set, Rock Festival Chaos, Richie Faulkner's recent health scare, Johnny Ramone's guitar selling for big money and more! We hope you enjoy New Noize for October 2021 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with loads of cool stories about the music business in our Conversation with Munsey Ricci. You may not know his name but you definitely know his work. With a career in the record industry going back nearly 40 years including 30 as the head of Skateboard Marketing, Munsey has helped push countless records to rock radio around the world. If a rock or metal artist has released something in the past 30+ years, chances are good that Munsey was behind its marketing. Seriously, look at his past client roster at https://www.skateboard-marketing.com/pastros.html and see for yourself. Munsey has lots of great memories and stories of working with legendary artists. In this episode we hear about his time working with KISS, Motorhead, Alice Cooper, AC/DC, Metallica, Dio, and tons more. Additionally, he gives us his perspective on how marketing albums to radio has changed over time. It's an interesting insight into a side of the industry that you may not know. We hope you enjoy our Conversation with Munsey Ricci and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with a new concept we think you'll enjoy as we ponder The Producer Switch! A producer can, many times, make or break an album. Sometimes they can bring it to another level and, conversely, can hold back the potential of an album. As rock and metal fans, there are numerous examples of albums we all think could have been improved with a different producer at the helm. With that in mind, this week we're making The Producer Switch. In this episode, we'll switch producers for albums by KISS, Black Sabbath, Enuff Z'nuff, David Lee Roth, Alice Cooper, AC/DC, Iron Maiden, an Ozzy Osbourne. What albums did we pick? What producers are being replaced? You'll have to listen to find out! We want to hear from YOU! What producer switch would you make to your favorite albums and why? Say so in the comments! We hope you enjoy The Producer Switch and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with a show that will run the gamut of emotions as we present our ROCKNPOD Recap and a tribute to our fallen brother Rockin' Ron Runyon. ROCKNPOD Weekend was definitely a blur but we've had time to reflect. In this episode we'll share are thoughts on the entire weekend. Starting from Friday's preparty concert all the way through the comedy show that closed things out on Sunday, we have a lot to reflect on. Tragically, we recently lost our friend and Decibel Geek TV producer Rockin' Ron Runyon this week after a hard fought battle with cancer. Ron's enthusiam, hard work, and spirit took Decibel Geek to new heights. More importantly, his friendship is going to be missed immensely. We go through some of our favorite Rockin' Ron memories and stories and reflect back on what a blessing he was to so many. Ron was also a huge part of ROCKNPOD and his connection to the event is also discussed. As we mention in the episode, there's a GoFundMe campaign setup for the Runyon family. You can donate to it at https://gofund.me/5d3b7c82. We hope you enjoy our ROCKNPOD Recap & Rockin' Ron Tribute and SHARE with a friend. Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with another great conversation as Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette reflect on Eat 'Em & Smile. This legendary album by David Lee Roth was released July 7, 1986 and peaked at #4 on the US Billboard charts. More importantly, it was an absolute statement being put forth by the former Van Halen front man that he could still swing for the fences. With a powerful backing band including the rhythm section of Sheehan and Bissonette combined with the guitar acrobatics of Steve Vai, the Eat 'Em & Smile album is loaded with hooks, precision, and the patented tongue-in-cheek lyrics of Roth. It's a true example of rock's dominance in the 80's. This interview was recorded live on-stage at the ROCKNPOD Expo in Nashville, TN on Saturday August 7, 2021. In this discussion, Billy & Gregg give the full backstory of how they hooked up with David Lee Roth, the audition process, album recording and much more. Their stories are incredibly entertaining and we think you'll get a kick out of these two legends reconnecting with each other. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Eat 'Em & Smile with Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We finally return with a whopper of an interview. Recorded live at S.I.R. Nashville on August 8th, 2021, we proudly present the Appice Brothers Rock History Talk. This long form discussion, recorded in front of a live audience captures Carmine & Vinny Appice sharing some amazing stories from their careers in the music industry. The chemistry between these two makes for an incredibly entertaining discussion. In this interview you'll get lots of stories of the Appice Brothers career including tales from their upbringing, behind the scenes craziness from the road, and lots of funny and notable moments. Some highlights include stories of the largest crowds they played to, Vinny attempting to "improve" Carmine's hand-me-down drum set, and Vinny's experiences working with John Lennon. That's just the tip of the iceberg. We hope you enjoy the Appice Brothers Rock History Talk and SHARE with a friend! Also, be sure to catch Carmine and Vinny's podcast 'Hangin' & Bangin' on the Pantheon Podcast Network! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to talk about memories of KISS live with Koncert Memories! We know many of you have seen KISS live going all the way back to the glory days of the 70's. However, Aaron and Chris didn't get started until the early 90's. This makes for an interesting discussion as we got into the band at a commercial low-point and got to witness the resurrection of their popularity with the reunion tour in 1996 and all the strange twists and turns that lead us to today. Tours discussed this week include the Hot in the Shade tour, Revenge tour, Bad Boys of KISS tour, Alive Worldwide 96-97 tour, Psycho Circus tour, Farewell tour, World Domination tour, Rock the Nation tour, Alive 35 tour, and End of the Road tour. Additionally, we discuss some Ace Frehley solo shows and notable one-off performances including KISS playing on a floating stage in Nashville in 1994 and the Vinnie Vincent acoustic performance at the 2018 Atlanta KISS Expo. There's a bunch of fun and interesting stories in this episode. We hope you enjoy our Koncert Memories and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts Family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock and metal worlds with New Noize July 2021! It's been an interesting past few weeks in the industry and some of our favorite artists have been making news. We've got stories that include Yngwie Malmsteen trying to strangle Graham Bonnet, Sammy Hagar trashing David Lee Roth (again), Judas Priest threatening KK Downing, a song we're all sick of hitting one billion streams on Spotify, Sebastian Bach being a schmuck (again), Black Sabbath looking to spruce up their worst sounding album, The Black Crowes being hypocrites (again), and much, much more! We also give an update on our friend Gary Corbett in his cancer fight (donate to help Gary at https://gofund.me/a291222c), ROCKNPOD updates, an update on our buddy Rockin' Ron Runyon, and more! We hope you enjoy New Noize July 2021 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're covering a topic that certainly seems to rile up a fan base; Replacement Singers. Switching out a front man can be a tricky process. Many times, it does not go well. In fact, the vast majority of the time, the attempt to replace a singer is not successful. There are some cases where it works, though. This week we're gonna talk Replacement Singers; the good AND the bad. There have been some legendary acts that have replaced their front man. From AC/DC to Van Halen to Deep Purple and many others; it's a difficult feat. This week we go through some of the notable lead singer changes. Towards the end we'll each give our Top 5 Best and Top 5 Worst replacement singers. Will we agree? Will we fight? You'll have to listen to find out. Plus, we want to hear YOUR thoughts on this subject. Please list YOUR Top 5 Best and Worst Replacement Singers in the comments! We hope you enjoy The Replacement Singers and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with another fun read-through of metal on the printed page with Rock Mag '95! This week we're thumbing through the May 1995 issue of Metal Edge Magazine. As you probably remember, 1995 was a strange time in the hard rock and metal world and this magazine is proof of that! Grunge was huge by this time but there was a lot going on in the hard rock and metal worlds. This magazine issue is a definite clash of cultures as it covers stories on Pearl Jam, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Skid Row, Biohazard, KIX, Megadeth, Queensrych and loads more. Additionally, we take a look at our favorite parts of these magazines with the mailbag section, question of the month, and outdated advertisements. It's a fun flip-through from a bygone era. What's even better this time is that you can flip through the magazine with us by going to this link https://fliphtml5.com/hqrk/etyi/basic We hope you enjoy Rock Mag '95 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk all the latest news on the Hottest Band in the Land with New Noize 15 - KISS Edition! After a pretty non-eventful 2020, KISS has ramped up things this year. This week we're gonna touch on some interesting recent news items pertaining to the band. It was recently announced that A&E will air 'Shout It Out Loud,' a four-hour 2-night documentary on the band. The press release seems to make it pretty clear that the story will be mostly told from the perspective of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley. Apparently, original members Ace Frehley and Peter Criss declined to be involved in the project. Will this have a negative affect on the documentary? Will it be portrayed as a one-sided history? We share our thoughts on it. Related to the A&E documentary, KISS will do a live performance at the Tribeca Film Festival following a screening of the event. With this being the band's first performance in 2021, what can we expect? Will rarities get played? Will tape roll? Listen and hear our thoughts. There might be more than one KISS movie coming out. A possible biopic is close to production for Netflix. With some big name production people mentioned as well as a tie-in with Universal Music Group, this has the potential for a large budget. However, how the band is portrayed is, once again, at the heart of concern for KISS fans. There's a lot of possibilities with this one and we go over several scenarios. Another new development in the KISS universe is the upcoming Vinnie Vincent May Metal Madness show at S.I.R. Teasing in his press release (ie. group post) that this "could be" the last of these $500 per ticket parties, he promised more spirits, food, fun, and, oh yeah, music at this upcoming event. Will it be the last of these parties? Will salad be served? Will any actual songs be played instead of mindless noodling? We share our theories. Wrapping things up this week is some discussion on a KISS fan-created project that's apparently gone off the rails. A book called Magic: KISS Khronicles started taking pre-orders in 2018. Judging by some sample pages and the author's notable history of knowing the most minute details of rare and live KISS photos, this book seemed to have everything going for it. Fast forward 3 years and the book has still not been delivered and, it appears, keeps getting pushed back another 3 months every 3 months. A lot of buyers are up in arms and wondering where their book or refund is. We talk about this project and it's apparent hurdles in the episode. We hope you enjoy New Noize 15 - KISS Edition - Ep447 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary drummer Vinny Appice joins us this week to examine the making of Dio's Holy Diver album. Coming off success with Black Sabbath, Ronnie James Dio was in a tough spot. While the band was in a good place professionally, interpersonal relationships were severely hampered. While in Sabbath, Dio was offered a solo record deal and decided to snap it up and bring drummer Vinny Appice with him. What resulted is an absolute masterpiece of metal music. Holy Diver was released May 25, 1983 and immediately gained traction in a growing rock and metal scene. Powered by the singles 'Holy Diver' and 'Rainbow in the Dark,' the album is loaded with timeless songs. The rhythm section of Vinny Appice and Jimmy Bain combined with guitarist Vivian Campbell's soaring leads and Dio's majestic vocals produced an album that sounds as amazing today as it did upon its release. In this discussion Vinny shares his memories of this album and era. From their split with Sabbath to the formation of the band to the recording of the album, you'll hear about it all. There are some great behind the scenes stories in this chat about the making of the album at the legendary Sound City Studios. Additionally, you'll get stories from Vinny about the songwriting and recording process for Holy Diver. The chat wraps up with some other entertaining stories from this era including backward track recording, performing seances, and Ronnie's addiction to....video games. It's a great view into the making of a metal classic. We hope you enjoy Holy Diver - Albums Unleashed and SHARE with a friend! Check out the Hangin' and Bangin' Podcast with Carmine and Vinny Appice at pantheonpodcasts.com/ Check out Vinny's listream on Facebook every Tuesday at https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVinnyAppice Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary drummer Carmine Appice joins us this week to talk all-things Blue Murder in a special Albums Unleashed episode. This chat contains much more than talk on the first album. Carmine gives us the story of how he joined the band, the making of the album, stories of the video shoots, appearing on Weird Al's tv show, touring the album and much, much more! There are some great behind the scenes stories in this episode. From debauchery to drama to recording techniques, you'll get the full Blue Murder story. The Blue Murder debut album has achieved a massive cult following over the years, with its legend growing over time. In this discussion, Carmine shares his thoughts on the legacy of the band, what led to the band's fortunes taking a bad turn, and why it didn't last longer. Carmine also shares an amazing story of how the members of Blue Murder almost became part of Thin Lizzy as well as how a reunion got within months of happening before things went south in 2012. There are many other great stories from Carmine's career in this episode including his connection to John Bonham and how their professional lives intertwined in the early days. We'd like to thank Carmine Appice for sharing the story of Blue Murder this week. Be sure to check out Carmine's podcast 'Hangin' & Bangin' that has Carmine and his brother interviewing other legendary rock musicians and personalities. You can check the podcast out at https://www.artistsonlockdown.com/ We hope you enjoy Blue Murder - Albums Unleashed with Carmine Appice and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with the greatest rock trivia game ever; it's Beat the Geek Week! If you don't know, Beat the Geek is the only rock trivia show with eleven questions. Your host Aaron Camaro lines up guests to take on Chris Czynszak (the geek) with brain-busting rock trivia questions. Can they take Chris down? Will Chris mop the floor with them? You'll have to listen to find out! There are some great guest contestants this week. Ken Mills, the podfather and host Podkisst, Cheap Talk with Trick Chat, Pop, and more brings some awesome knowledge to the game this week. Steven Michael from the Growin' Up Rock podcast is no stranger to rock trivia as they regularly have battles on his own show. Additionally, Tyson Leslie of Vixen and the new host of the new Let's Talk Live interview show on Twitch joins us to battle as well. We hope you enjoy Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast Family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this time to give your ears some modern goodness with Fresh Blood! Anyone touting the long-overwrought 'Rock is Dead' phrase needs to take a listen this week. Aaron and Chris present you with a plethora of fresh rock tunes that'll make you a believer in the future of Rock n' Roll! Artists featured this week include Starmen, Stone Whiskey, Jax Hollow, Minefield, Howling Giant, Blitz, Unknown Refuge, Midnite City, Charge the Atlantic, and The Bad Somethings! It's an hour-plus of new music to rock your day! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts Family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to talk all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v14! Some of the new stories covered this week range from the redundant to the bizarre. Gene Simmons is continuing to die on the 'Rock is Dead' hill. He recently doubled down on his comments in an interview. However, when you take a look at the full context of what he's saying, you'll get a different understanding. In related news, Paul Stanley was asked about his KISS partners' comments and has a different take on the subject. We break it all down in this episode. Motley Crue's 'Time for Change' is being used in a new commercial for Delta faucets. Huh? We share the details and our thoughts on Motley's answer to 'We Are the World' in this episode. John Bush was recently asked about his desire to do a tour performing his Anthrax-era material. With things beginning to look hopeful for concerts again, he shares his thoughts on it and we share our thoughts as well this week. Other topics covered in this New Noize episode include Oz Fox's recent brain surgery, Nikki Sixx warning against eBay bootleggers, Journey's 'Don't Stop Believing' hitting over a billion streams on Spotify and much more! We hope you enjoy New Noize v14 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week of picking favorite debuts, we return to talk about greatest followups with Sensational Seconds! By now, you've most certainly heard of the dreaded "sophomore slum." While that term could be applied to many artist's second attempt, we're digging for the gold this week. There are a ton of great second albums in hard rock and metal history. This week, we're going over an exhaustive list of great second albums. You'll hear discussion of releases by Metallica, Ozzy, KISS, Tesla, Tora Tora, Saigon Kick, and a bunch more! After we get through the list, we try to pick our individual Top 5 choices. Decisions, decisions! Listen along and pick YOUR top 5 choices for greatest follow-up albums! Be sure to put your list in the comments below and let us know what you agree and disagree with of ours! We hope you enjoy Sensational Seconds and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're talking about bands that never topped their debut with Best Firsts! While many legendary bands take a few albums to fully find their footing, there are certain cases where the artist put their best foot forward on their debut album. Bear in mind, these are purely our opinions and your mileage may vary but we feel pretty confident in our picks this week. In this episode we talk about many well-known rock and metal artists and there's no easy way to not spoil it here in these notes. Did we get it right? Are we way off on some of these? Should we have our heads examined after listening to this episode? Listen and comment below and tell us! We also share some new updates on ROCKNPOD Weekend taking place in Nashville August 6-8th. Get your tickets, VIP, podcast registration, and discounted hotel rooms at www.rocknpod.com! We hope you enjoy Best Firsts and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts Family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Ron Keel for an insightful conversation on his career and future plans. As recently announced, Ron has been added to the roster for ROCKNPOD weekend taking place in Nashville this August. In this conversation, Ron talks about his early days in Nashville. Coming to Music City in 1979, Ron encountered a much different Nashville than the way it is today. In this discussion, he shares stories of what led him to Nashville, the rock scene at the time (or lack thereof), and how he planted roots and founded Steeler. The formation of Steeler would lead Ron and the band to Los Angeles in the early 80's. In this conversation, Ron shares the story of the band's early days, lineup changes, and how he feels about the legacy of the band. Things would go full-circle in 2019 when Ron reunited with several past members of the band at KEELFEST which would take place at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus, OH. It was a great way to cap off the history of Steeler. Steeler would give way to the formation of KEEL. The band would ascend the rock ranks through the 80's and work with producers like Mike Varney, Gene Simmons and Michael Wagener. In 1986, Keel won the Best Band of the Year award in the second annual Metal Edge magazine reader's poll, beating such noted bands as Iron Maiden and Judas Priest. Their studio albums 'The Right to Rock,' 'The Final Frontier,' and 'Keel' are celebrated by many hard rock fans. 2010's 'Streets of Rock n' Roll' showed the band could still rock with the best of them. From that first Steeler album to recent releases like “South X South Dakota” and “Fight Like A Band,” Ron Keel’s 35-year career in entertainment has taken him from the concrete jungles of arena rock to the dirt roads of country music. Along the way, he has sold millions of albums and toured the world as both a heavy metal screamer (KEEL, Steeler, and a brief encounter with Black Sabbath) and a southern rock/outlaw country artist (with dozens of songs in major films and TV shows). For the past two decades, the Metal Cowboy has combined both genres, establishing a style and a persona which captures the heart and personality of this self-proclaimed rock n’ roll outlaw. In this conversation, Ron talks about the great connection he has with his fans. His following spans generations and he regularly interacts with them through his Patreon content which is uploaded constantly. He also shares some details of an upcoming album that he's working on as songs continue to flow. Additionally, Ron hosts his longtime radio show 'Streets of Rock n' Roll' and 'The Ron Keel Podcast,' both of which feature tons of great music and great interviews. We had a great time talking to Ron Keel this week and look forward to seeing him at ROCKNPOD in Nashville this August! Get all-things-Ron-Keel at www.ronkeel.com! We hope you enjoy our Conversation with Ron Keel and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek Podcast is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts Family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're taking a bite out of the Big Apple as Tony Mann joins to tell us why New York Rocks! Tony is a man of many talents; musician, author, filmmaker, designer, and writer. He started attending rock shows in New York City back in the early 70's. Over the years, Tony formed a bond with many artists that would go on to become legendary. With the recent passing of Sylvain Sylvain of the New York Dolls, it's a good time to delve into this subject. New York RocksTony Mann was close to Sylvain and has many great stories to share about the history of the Dolls, Sylvain as a person, and much more. Tony also shares his experiences and friendship with the late, great Dee Dee Ramone. Of course, we couldn't do a New York rock episode without including KISS. In this discussion, Tony shares his memories of KISS' early days, how they fit into the scene, and personal interactions with the members of the band. There's so much more to talk to Tony about in the future so, rest assured, he'll be returning in a future episode. Be sure to check out Tony's book Lost Rockers as well! We hope you enjoy New York Rocks with special guest Tony Mann and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to deliver all the news that's fit to spit with New Noize 13! So far, 2021 has been an active year for rock and metal news. In this episode we talk about some of the notable stories that have taken place recently. Def Leppard recently launched an online museum for their fans. This site contains images of passes, stage worn gear, photographs, and tons more from their entire career. Best of all, it's actually free. We take a look at the Def Leppard Vault and share our thoughts on it and how it is a great template that other bands should be using for fan interaction. Some exciting reissues are on the horizon from the Ronnie James Dio era of Black Sabbath. Heaven and Hell and Mob Rules are getting the deluxe treatment and contain some cool bonus tracks. We talk about this cool reissue. Gene Simmons recently partnered with Gibson Guitars for a set of new guitars and basses as well as upcoming digital content. We break it all down in this episode. Legendary label owner Marsha Zazula passed recently. The co-founder of Megaforce Records was an integral part of opening the door to loads of great acts from the 80's. James Hetfield recently released a statement in tribute to Marsha and we discuss that. Megadeth leader Dave Mustaine recently revealed the working title for the next studio album. What is it? What do we think of it? You'll have to listen to find out. Don Dokken recently had some criticism of the new project from former band mates Jeff Pilson and George Lynch. In this episode we talk about those comments and read Jeff's response to them. Other notable news stories we touch on include Scott Rockenfield, Suspect208, Goran Edmond on Yngwie's treatment of the band, and how Elton John might be trying to ruin rock music (it'll make sense when you listen). We hope you enjoy New Noize 13 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Proud part of Pantheon Podcasts. Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We kick off the new year with a look and listen back at our favorite albums from the past year with Best of 2020! While last year absolutely sucked for the world, it didn't stop the release of tons of great rock and metal music. By our count, there were over 80 albums released in 2020 that deserved our attention. We've poured over them all and narrowed it down to our Top 15 each. In this episode, you'll hear clips from 30 albums released in 2020 and get an explanation of why we chose them. Lots of legendary acts released new material in 2020. We got new music from the likes of AC/DC, Ace Frehley, Marilyn Manson, Blue Oyster Cult, Bon Jovi, Stryper, Armored Saint and more. Several "supergroup" type projects were released by Revolution Saints, Dirty Shirley, Sons of Apollo, Black Swan, and Tokyo Motor Fist to name a few. Some longtime metal acts returned to the scene with new material such as Primal Fear, Annihilator, Cirith Ungol, Testament and Alcatrazz. Younger bands emerged in 2020 with fresh material such as Massive Wagons, Electric Mob, Speed Stroke, Red City Radio, Prowess, and more. As you can see, we had a lot to choose from. Check out our Top 15 in this episode and tells us YOUR list in the comments section below. We'd love to hear yours! We hope you enjoy Best of 2020 - Ep436 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek Podcast is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're closing out 2020 with special guest Julian Gill as we talk The Best and Worst of 70's Judas Priest! The Metal God, Rob Halford, and his band of brothers started kicking our asses all the way back in 1974 and continue to do so today. While the vast majority of their catalog is considered essential, the first 5 albums hold a special place in our hearts. In this week's episode we discuss our thoughts on Rocka Rolla (1974), Sad Wings of Destiny (1976), Sin after Sin (1977), Stained Class (1978), and Killing Machine / Hellbent for Leather (1978). These albums would influence countless musicians around the world and help foster the arrival of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and, later, Thrash Metal. Their importance can't be understated. Picking a Best & Worst track on each of these albums was no small feat and there were some definite differences of opinion in this discussion. We'd love to hear YOUR picks in the comments section below! We thank the awesome Julian Gill for joining us this week and hope you will SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to pick our favorite bass and drum combos with our Rhythm Section Draft! While the singer and guitarist tend to get the most fanfare in bands, there's nothing like a groove being laid down by the bass and drums. When this unit is locked in, it can produce magical results. The rock genre has been home to some amazing rhythm sections from the 60's on. With so many to choose from, we go back and forth and pick our choices. 20 total picks are made (10 for each of us). We think you'll agree with some picks and probably be infuriated with others. Got an idea of YOUR Top 10 rhythm sections? List them below in the comments! We hope you enjoy our Rhythm Section Draft and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of Pantheon Podcasts Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a big announcement this week in an episode we're calling The Pantheon of Rock! In the nearly ten year history of Decibel Geek, we've been approached by several podcasting networks. While the offers were tempting, we've always shied away. However, we recently were approached by the Pantheon Podcast Network and, after a productive conference call and the possibilities of growing the show and offering more to our listeners, we've accepted their invite. This week Pantheon Podcast Network founders Christian Swain and Peter Ferioli join us to talk about Decibel Geek joining the network. Additionally, you'll hear more about the network and the great collection of music podcasts that are a part of it including our friends at Rock and/or Roll, The Hustle, Should It Out Loudcast, and many more. The network also has great shows by rock author Martin Popoff and the legendary Pamela DesBarres among many others. Christian and Peter also share some entertaining stories of their musical background including concert memories. Our involvement with Pantheon will not a change a thing for the Decibel Geek listeners. We still have free reign to do the show that we want to do and we look forward to working with them in the future to improve your experience as well as to interact with the other shows on the network. Check out all the great shows that Pantheon has to offer at http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ We hope you enjoy The Pantheon of Rock and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're joined by Wally "Gator" Norton of the CGCM Podcast this week as we discuss The Best and Worst of Motley Crue! It's hard to believe that in the nearly 40 year history of this legendary Hollywood-bred band that only 9 proper studio albums exist from them. This week your three hosts pick their favorite and least favorite tracks from each Motley studio album. Starting and 1981's 'Too Fast for Love' and going all the way through 2008's 'Saints of Los Angeles,' there's a lot to cover. Additionally, you'll get our stories of how we discovered Motley Crue, concert experiences, record store purchases, and much more! It's a fun ride through the discography of one of the most notorious rock bands ever! We hope you enjoy The Best and Worst of Motley Crue and SHARE with a friend! Please leave YOUR choices for these albums in the comments below! Decibel Geek Podcast is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to cover all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v12! In a dark, crazy year there's still some interesting stuff going on in the rock and metal world and we're here to talk about it! AC/DC has electrified the music world again with the release of Power Up; a 12 track slab of new rock for your ears. This album has been getting rave reviews across the world. What do we think about it? Is it among the band's best? Listen and find out as we review the record. Wolfgang Van Halen made headlines this week in a series of interviews amidst the release of two new tracks; 'The Distance' is a touching tribute to his recently departed father Eddie. The accompanying video has helped raise Kleenex stock all over the world. Another track, 'You're to Blame' shows some diversity from the rising star; using the moniker Mammoth WVH. We share our thoughts on the songs as well as what we think of the revelations brought out during these new interviews. Other topics covered this week include new and upcoming releases from Alice Cooper, Armored Saint, LA Guns, Jesper Binzer, Soul Station, and Jason Bieler among others. We also touch on our thoughts on the upcoming Stryper livestream in which they'll perform the entire new 'Even the Devil Believes' album. Additionally, we'll talk about Rob Halford's 10 favorite albums and the recent discount vinyl sale at Walmart and how we think it affects smaller record stores. All that and a bunch more is covered this week on New Noize v12. Listen, enjoy, and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to present Our Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Part Two! If you thought last week's list was wacky, wait til you hear this! This week we're going from 2000-present. Like last week, we look at the list of official inductees from the Rock Hall and make our picks by comparison. Drawing on what bands were eligible each year, you can imagine how much different our list is from the official one. Of course, it's way better! Let us know what you think of our picks and make your own in the comments below! We hope you enjoy Our Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Part Two and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we give our take on a pretty divisive topic in music fandom as we present Our Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Part One! The good people at HBO reached out to us to help spread the word on the 2020 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony taking place November 7th on HBO Max. Inductees this year include Nine Inch Nails, The Doobie Brothers, and T-Rex among others. With that said, we decided why not give OUR take on who we would have picked among those eligible over the years. Our Rock & Roll Hall of Fame This week we're tackling the inductee list from 1986 through 1999. In this episode, we're looking at who got in as well as who was eligible and stating what the Hall of Fame got right and correcting what we think they got wrong. If you're a regular listener of the show, you can imagine how different our lists are. Take a listen and play along with us! Additionally, you can WIN a free blu-ray copy of Doobie Brothers - Live from the Beacon Theatre. We've got 8 of them to give away! Just listen to find out how you can win! Pain and beauty. Rebellion and unity. Noise and harmony. Celebrate the history of music with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2020 Inductions, honoring Depeche Mode, The Doobie Brothers, Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, The Notorious B.I.G., and T. Rex. Streaming November 7 on HBOMAX. Full info at https://www.hbo.com/specials/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame We hope you enjoy Our Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Part One and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with a blast from the past with Rock Mag '87. In the 80's, one of the only sources of rock news and information were magazines. Rock magazine titans of the 80's included Metal Edge, Circus, and Hit Parader. In June of 1987, Hit Parader released their supersized anniversary issue. Featuring Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads on the cover, this giant issue is a great time capsule of a magical time in rock and metal music. In this episode, we scan through the magazine and share our thoughts on several of the stories. Some of the news items, rumors, and letters to the editor are pretty entertaining in hindsight. Topics covered include Steven Pearcy, Whitesnake, Autograph, Black Sabbath, David Lee Roth, KIX, Ace Frehley, Megadeth, Rob Halford, Eric Carr, and tons more! We hope you enjoy Rock Mag '87 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're getting cerebral this week while talking about the hottest band in the land as we chat with the authors of KISS and Philosophy; a book that seeks to enlighten you in a rock and roll way. On the surface, you'd probably think that KISS songs are simply about groupies and having fun. To a point, you'd be right. However, as this book seeks to prove, there are a lot of poignant statements made throughout KISS' lyrical history. Editor Court Lewis and contributor Matt Alschbach (along with others) provide an interesting case study in the ways that KISS' music parallels philosophy by Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and more. Don't worry, this is no stuffy read; it's written for the layman and carries some great humor throughout. Plus, these guys are died-in-the-wool KISS fans and you'll get lots of cool nuggets throughout. In this discussion, Matt and Court share their personal KISStories as well as help explain the main points of the book. We had a great time talking to these guys and know you will enjoy listening.  You can pick up KISS and Philosophy: Wiser Than Hell at most major book retailers or direct from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/KISS-Philosophy-Popular-Culture/dp/0812694910 We hope you enjoy our talk on KISS and Philosophy and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the sad news this week of a legends passing, this week we are Remembering EVH. Eddie Van Halen passed away from cancer this week at age 65. The news shook the world impacted us personally. To help process this information, we decided to go live on Youtube and Facebook. It was a cathartic chat between ourselves and several guests that joined us. Additionally, a large number of viewers shared their thoughts in the comments; many of which we reacted to. Guests that joined us for this live tribute included Bakko from Cobras and Fire Podcast, JTB from JTB's Groovy Record Room, Ian Wadley, Rockin' Ron Runyon from Decibel Geek TV, Greg Mangus, and Toddzilla. The void left by Eddie Van Halen is impossible to fill but we're appreciative of the decades of amazing music he left behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We hope you enjoy the replay of our livestream of Remembering EVH and share with a friend. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we welcome back one of our favorite people to the show as we have a Conversation with Phil Shouse! As many know, Phil is one of the founders of Thee Rock n' Roll Residency here in Nashville. You also probably know that he's a member of both the Gene Simmons Band and the Ace Frehley Band. You may even know that Phil recently became a member of ACCEPT. What you might not know is that Phil has entered the world of podcasting/content creation! Shouse Rules recently launched on Youtube and is a welcome addition to our community. In this episode Phil gives us his thoughts on appearing on the new Ace Frehley album Origins Vol. 2 from eOne. The members of Ace's band including Phil, Ryan Cook, Jeremy Asbrock and drummer Paul Simmons perform a scorching version of 'She' by KISS. We got the breakdown of how the song was chosen as well as the story behind the recording. Additionally, with Phil's recent addition to German legends ACCEPT, he shares his story of how he was brought into the fold as well as an update on the upcoming album which promises to be killer. Other topics covered this week include Status Quo, the new album by Thee Rock n' Roll Residency, and a recent ghostly encounter that Phil had at his apartment. It's a fun talk that we know you'll dig. Also, Phil takes on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek! Check it out! We hope you enjoy our Conversation with Phil Shouse and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by special guest Ian Wadley to talk all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize 11! This is a mega-long, alcohol-fueled deep dive into a ton of rock and metal news so strap in! In this edition, we'll discuss news stories such as a possile new AC/DC album, the new Ace Frehley album Origins Vol.2, the recent death of Lee Kerslake, and tons more! Ian also shares some news about the status of the Diabolus in Podcastica podcast. Other topics include Every Mother's Nightmare, Blue Oyster Cult, Marilyn Manson, Sammy Hagar, Tommy Lee, Sevendust, Smashing Pumpkins, Accept, Alice Cooper, L.A. Guns, Ozzy Osbourne, Megadeth, Rob Halford, and a great story from Aaron on the unifying power of Heavy Metal. It's nearly 3 hours of news, discussion, and laughs! We hope you enjoy New Noize 11 and SHARE with a friend! More New Noize HERE! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back again to tease your brain and test your metal with Reverse Beat the Geek Week! Reverse? Well, this time we're switching it up as Chris Czynszak hosts the festivities this time as three DBG VIPs from Patreon take on Aaron Camaro in the only game show that goes to eleven! Will Aaron claim the new crown? Will the contestants beat our favorite Wisconsin metalhead? Will Chris have any idea how to come up with decent questions? You'll have to listen to find out! Want to be a contestant on a future Beat the Geek episode? To be eligible, all you have to do is become a DBG VIP on Patreon for as little as $1.00! Head to www.patreon.com/decibelgeek to get signed up today! Plus, you'll get lots of great bonus audio content including The Chris & Aaron Show as well as Torpedo Dudes; a KISS podcast! We hope you enjoy Reverse Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! More Beat the Geek HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we bring you our in-depth chat with producer & engineer Mike Fraser. Mike's credit list is a Who's Who of rock and metal music. In this conversation, we talk to Mike about many of his notable projects. Getting his start at the legendary Little Mountain Studios in Vancouver in the early 80's, Mike Fraser was in good company right away; working with such production greats as Bob Rock and Bruce Fairbairn among many others. From his early days working on projects such as Rush's Exit...Stage Left, Brian Adams' Reckless, and Loverboy's Notorious, Mike got his feet wet quickly on quality albums. Things would go up a notch in 1987 with Aerosmith's Permanent Vacation. Fraser, Rock, and Fairbairn would collaborate on the making of this comeback album from the Bad Boys from Boston. In this episode, Mike shares some cool behind the scenes stories about making of the album and working with the members of the band during big change in their lives. Mike also reflects on the making of the Pump album that would come out in 1989 and how the experience differed from the previous one. Another pair of albums of great interest to Decibel Geek listener are from the short-lived supergroup Blue Murder. In this conversation, Mike shares his thoughts on working with the band and his opinion on its material. Additionally, Mike Fraser has worked on 5 AC/DC albums starting with 1989's The Razors Edge. In this chat, Mike discusses what it's like working for such a legendary band, their personalities, and more. There have been rumors that AC/DC have recently been in Vancouver working on an album. Does Mike shed any light on these rumors? We asked, you'll have to listen to hear his answer. Other artists discussed include Dan Reed Network, Bad English, The Cult, Thunder, Coverdale/Page, Dio, Metallica and more! We truly thank Mike Fraser for joining us this week and can't wait to have him back on in the future! We hope you enjoy our Conversation with Mike Fraser and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We try out something new as some of friends share their stories of a Brush with Greatness! In today's world of pre-planned, prepaid meet and greets, it's hard to find very many memorable stories of encounters with artists. This new series endeavors to talk to friends of ours that had genuine encounters (good and bad) with the artists. Joining us first today is voiceover artist and radio deejay Jeff Cecil. Jeff goes way back with Aaron Camaro to his radio days in the 90's. In this talk, Jeff and Aaron reflect on the old days and talk about run-ins with William Duvall of Alice in Chains, Ivan Moody of Five Finger Death Punch, and David Lee Roth among others. Up next is drummer Richie Rivera. Richie is a veteran gun-f0r-hire who also plays for Janet Gardner (formerly of Vixen). Richie truly brought it this week with a truly entertaining story about a meeting with Rick James. It must be heard to be believed! Rounding out today's show is music industry member and publicist Dave Tedder. Today, Dave shares a story going back to the 80's that involves a chance meeting with Dokken in Germany and how it relates to their video for 'In My Dreams.' Pretty interesting stuff! *Note* - If you think YOU have a great story that could be shared of your Brush with Greatness, be sure to leave the name of the artist involved in the comments section! You never know, you might be on a future episode! We hope you enjoy Brush with Greatness and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with a fan-favorite as it's Beat the Geek Week! Originally launched during The Quarantine Sessions, this game show that goes to eleven quickly gained in popularity among Decibel Geek listeners. Your host Aaron Camaro brings some of the most brain busting rock trivia questions imaginable and this week is no exception. This week 3 of our DBG VIPs from Patreon take on Chris in Beat the Geek. Brian Ingbretsen, Paul Korn, and Rockin' Ron Runyon try to unseat the Geek! Did they pull it off? Did Chris defend his title? You'll have to listen to find out! Beat the Geek Week   Additionally, we announce this week that Beat the Geek will be a featured part of Decibel Geek TV Live coming soon to Youtube and Facebook! DBG VIPs from Patreon will be eligible to become contestants. Become a DBG VIP for as little as $1. Join us at www.patreon.com/decibelgeek. We hope you enjoy Beat the Geek Week and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're back with the third installment of Camaro's Cutout Bin! What is Camaro's Cutout Bin? Our host-with-the-most, Aaron Camaro, has a penchant for digging for musical gold in the form of CD's. He regularly combs through record stores, thrift stores, yard sales, etc for great rock and metal. He sometimes finds great stuff from classic bands but often finds relatively obscure bands of which many may have missed the boat. The band name, album name, or cover may speak to him as something that potentially "rocks." What are the results? Listen this week and find out if these ten selected albums made the cut! In this edition of the cutout bin, you'll hear tracks from Electric Frankenstein, Penicillin, Two-Bit Thief, Jesse's Powertrip, The Power Trio from Hell, The Camaros, Jet Circus, Ambush, and Radiovipers. Aaron and Chris go over the bands, their stories, and check out some of the music. Does it rock? Did it make Aaron's playlist? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy Camaro's Cutout Bin vol3 and SHARE with a friend! Other Camaro's Cutout Bin episodes HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're taking things outside the box this week as we go on an ebay Treasure Hunt! Rock music and memorabilia collecting is as popular as ever these days with fans shelling out big bucks for stage worn items, autographed items, rare posters, and lots more. This week we're taking to ebay in search of some of the highest priced items from our favorite rock and metal artists! Searches for high-dollar items include artists such as KISS, Alice Cooper, Metallica, Thin Lizzy, Ramones, Faster Pussycat, Danzig, Black Sabbath, and Motley Crue. You won't believe some of the prices that are being asked! Additionally, this leads to a discussion of the rampant amount of counterfeit autographs and collectibles that permeates the online marketplace. We hope you enjoy our ebay Treasure Hunt and SHARE with a friend! Let us know what some of YOUR most prized collectibles are in the comments below! Show and Tell! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to talk about all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v10! There's definitely been some wacky and interesting news in the rock world in recent weeks and we're going to break it all down for you and give our unfiltered opinions!   Several relevant KISS-related stories and rumors have been in the ether recently. In this episode we'll touch on the new single from Ace Frehley's upcoming Origins Vol 2 as well as a cache of personal ephemera of the Spaceman's being sold by a bitter ex; yikes! Also, Vinnie Vincent made an announcement to his private following, yet it still got leaked out. Is it bizarre? What do you think? We share our thoughts and predictions.   Other topics covered this week include Chris Jericho vs Sebastian Bach, new Overkill album updates, discussion of the new Enuff Z'nuff album and why Steve Gorman may have penned the greatest rock bio ever.   Additionally, we talk the upcoming Ellefson 'No Cover' album, Ron Keel covering Dio-era Sabbath, Lars Ulrich defending the St. Anger snare drum sound (blech), and much more!   We hope you enjoy New Noize v10 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us!   Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber!   Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With our scheduled guest unable to join us we decide to kick back, drink a few, and talk about how we were Raised on KISS! In this discussion we share some stories from throughout our personal KISStory. From being ostracized by fellow students to concert memories to remembering where we were during landmark moments in the band's history, it's funny and revealing. We even learned a few things about each other. What are some of YOUR memorable moments of being Raised on KISS? We'd love to hear them so leave yours in the comments section! We hope you enjoy this last episode for KISSmas in July for this year and SHARE with a friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We welcome back Bakko from the Cobras and Fire podcast to join us as we list our KISS Top 10 Bottom 10! In addition to his hosting duties, Bakko has been a longtime writer for the Decibel Geek website. Recently, he put out an article ranking every song in the KISS catalog; not an easy feat! As with most lists, it's reflective of the writer's personal take and we had our share of differences with his list. So, we figured the best way to rectify the situation was to bring him on and give our Top 10 and Bottom 10 KISS songs while going over his list as well. Would we agree? Would there be verbal bashing? Honestly, due to the amount of beer consumed in this episode, we don't really remember! Additionally, Bakko takes on Chris in a rematch of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Chris get embarrassed? Did Bakko get crowned? As said previously, we don't remember so join us and find out! We hope you enjoy KISS Top 10 Bottom 10 and SHARE with a friend! Merry KISSmas in July! More KISSmas Content HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former KISS guitar tech Barry Ackom joins us this week to share some incredible KISS Road Stories! Hired on to work for the band during the Alive! tour, Barry would pull double duty doing guitar tech work for both Paul Stanley and Ace Frehley. His tenure with The Hottest Band in the Land lasted through Alive II around 1978. Barry had a front row seat to the fast ascent of KISS and was a part of numerous landmark moments in the band's zenith. We barely scratched the surface in this entertaining chat but touch on topics such as the sold out 3 night run at Cobo Hall in 1976, the Anaheim Stadium show, the making of Destroyer, and KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park! Other subjects covered include a hilarious story of a barefoot Ace Frehley in Sweden, Ace getting shocked in Lakeland, Florida, and the subsequent use of wireless gear. Also, Barry shares how his Chicago-area band Lois Lane was almost a farm club for KISS replacement members. It's an hour-plus of great stories told by a man that witnessed the magic of KISS first-hand. We hope you enjoy Road Stories with Barry Ackom and SHARE with a friend Merry KISSmas in July! Other KISSMAS in July Episodes HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We kick off KISSmas in July with a special KISS-themed version of The Quarantine Sessions! This week we're joined by host of the InObscuria Podcast Kevin Williams! Aside from his podcasting duties, Kevin is a member of The Swear. The band will release 'The Clinic and the Sane' on July 17th and you'll get a sneak peak in this episode!   As always, we're answering YOUR listener-submitted questions/topics and Kevin is along for the ride. Subjects discussed include a KISSmas album, KISS saves Santa on Family Guy, Animalize, Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Crazy Nights, Eric Carr, a rumored 1988 reunion, and much more!   Rounding things out, Kevin takes on Chris in another rousing edition of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Kevin lay the smackdown? You'll have to listen to find out!   Check out the new album by The Swear at https://ingroov.es/the-clinic-and-the?fbclid=IwAR2_2SHHlWOKajUEOK6YqcEj19LtGFVbgeixaJpbp1F1tcRyu0STr9pSHvs   We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol16 - Ep413 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us!   Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show!   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber!   Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author and host of The Classic Metal Show Chris Akin joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol15! The Classic Metal Show has been in existence for over 25 year and, in that time, entertained and offended a lot of people.   There are no punches pulled and opinions are doled out mercilessly. Chris Akin's background in radio pushed him into the field of "new media" in the 90's and has led to the success of the CMS to this day. Also of note, are Chris' many books on the subject of rock and metal. You can follow past and future book releases at https://www.facebook.com/chrisakinbooks/https://www.facebook.com/chrisakinbooks/   In this week's Quarantine Sessions Vol15, Chris Akin joins us to answer YOUR listener-submitted questions. Topics touched on this week include Frank Zappa, Hulk Hogan, Woodstock, favorite actors, Pringles, Bret Michaels stories, games shows, Deftones, box sets, crazy concert stories, Nu-Metal, terrible opening acts, drinking songs, Nita Strauss and much more!   Rounding things off is another rousing edition of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Chris Akin dethrone Chris Czynszak? You'll have to listen to find out!   We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol15 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph Viera (aka Dr. Fukk) joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol14! Known for many things including the bands Thrash or Die and Combat as well as the AlmostHuman56 Youtube channel and, previously, The Rock & Metal Combat podcast, Ralph has blazed quite a trail in the rock and podcasting worlds. With over 17,000 subscribers and over 10 million views, his AlmostHuman56 Youtube channel has become a go-to for rock and metal fans all over the world. In this episode of the Quarantine Sessions, Ralph joins us to answer YOUR listener-submitted questions. Topics this week include KISS producers, favorite Cheap Trick albums, RATT records, Rush, Judas Priest, rock band t-shirts, Cliff Burton, Dokken, Nazareth, Hulk Hogan movies, the Traveling Wilburys, The Cure, Music from the Elder, and tons more! And, as always, we wrap things up with another round of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Ralph get the best of Chris? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol14 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Canadian Heartbreaker, Lee McCormack joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol13! Aside from his hosting duties at the Tramps Like Us: A Bruce Springsteen podcast, Lee is also a working musician. With a significant background in Rockabilly music and a style all his own, Lee wears his influences on his sleeve. If you dig The Stray Cats, Johnny Cash, and The Clash (among others), you'll really love Lee's music. His new 7" single 'Train to Heartbreak' is available on most streaming platforms as well as on pressed vinyl. You can get full details at www.moonviolet.com. As always, we're answering YOUR submitted questions and Lee joins in on the insanity. Topics include Riverdogs, CD collecting, KISS as Sesame Street characters, cruise ship gigs, pie, Bruce Springsteen songs, Rocky vs Rambo, favorite Overkill albums, Raging Slab, and much more! Lee also takes on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Lee emerge victorious? You'll have to listen to find out! Also, be sure to check out Aaron and Chris on the Cassius Morris show at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taXwc7dTDuo&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR03JpaZ-UZMTSH51dnke3U4LOW_tcjychZb6fAivHAqZyozr2VzRYf1t18 We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol13 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eightball vocalist David Bush is our special guest this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol12! Eightball's new album Love Struck will be released in June of 2020. You can get more information at https://www.eightballrocks.com/.   As always, we're answering YOUR listener-submitted questions. Topics covered this week include Wrathchild America, female rock guitarists, Dr. Seuss, Friday the 13th movies, movie soundtracks, RATT selling insurance, 90's Metallica, Iron Maiden eras, Rush albums, Black Sabbath, DIO guitar players, and much more!   Additionally, David will take on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek; the game show hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did David unseat Chris?? You'll have to listen to find out!   We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol12 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're joined by a Decibel Geek legend this week as Shane "The Mooger Fooger" Paisley joins us for The Quarantine Sessions Vol11! If you've listened to Decibel Geek for any amount of time you're more than familiar with The Mooger Fooger as he's named pretty much every week during our Geeks of the Week segment. Who is this mystery man and how did he get his name? Listen and find out! As always, we're answering your submitted questions. Topics covered this week include our thoughts on the recent passing of Bob Kulick, time-travel concerts, Deep Purple, Judas Priest, Dial MTV, Bill & Ted soundtracks, Mutt Lange, guitar bodies, concert home videos, pizza, and tons more! And closing things out, Mooger Fooger vs Chris Czynszak in another exciting round of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol11 - Ep408 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rock photographer Mike G of MDG Rock Photography joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol10! Mike has been a staff photographer for many years and has taken some amazing live shots of many rock icons. You can check out his work at www.mdgrockphotography.com as well as the Decibel Geek Instagram account.   This week we touch on a myriad of topics including supergroups, favorite rock photographs, country acts covering rock songs, bands that inspired our love of rock, Ace Frehley's solo career, authors, video games, rock mascots, Winger's Purple Haze cover, and tons more!   Also, Aaron Camaro returns to host another round of Beat the Geek! Did Mike beat Chris? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol10 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're doing the KISS thing again this week with special guest Andrew Sgambati for The Quarantine Sessions Vol9! Andrew recently released his new KISS fan film One Last Time Live from New York City The Movie!   This part documentary / part concert film is an inside journey into the KISS End of the Road tour. While the movie is focused on the current tour, it's so much more. The movie also touches on Andrew's personal KISStory; going back to the beginning of his fandom in 1988. You can watch the movie for FREE on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hDIvQSYrwY   As per usual with The Quarantine Sessions, we're taking YOUR questions. This week, all the questions are KISS-related. You guys submitted a ton of great questions and we got to as many as time would allow.  With so much KISS to focus on, we had to forgo Beat the Geek this week but it WILL return next week. We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol9 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's our craziest episode yet as Rockin' Ron Runyon from Decibel Geek TV joins us for The Quarantine Sessions Vol8! If you aren't aware, Rockin' Ron has been capturing glorious live footage of your favorite bands for years. That footage is distributed via Decibel Geek TV on Youtube. Additionally, Ron has created some amazing enhanced versions of some of your favorite Decibel Geek episodes. It's all available at Decibel Geek TV. Please go there and subscribe, won't you? This episode goes off the rails in the best way as we answer YOUR listener questions while imbibing in our favorite spirits. Subjects covered this week include AXL/DC, Extreme, Paw, and Skid Row. Also, we talk about how we approach potential guests, Lizzy Borden, and lip-synching. Other topics include Saigon Kick, thrash metal, and Ozzy Osbourne. As always, we finish things off with another round of Beat the Geek; the weekly trivia show hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Ron take out Chris? Honestly, it's hard to remember. Take a listen and find out for yourself! We hope you enjoy this alcohol-soaked episode of The Quarantine Sessions and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Loose Cannon from the Cobras and Fire Podcast for The Quarantine Sessions Vol7! As we did last week with his digital life partner Bakko, LC joins us for another round of listener questions. We touch on all kinds of stuff in this episode. Topics include bad KISS lyrics, Badlands, the Big 4 of Sleaze?, beer, recording podcasts in a car, uses of umlauts, the smell of CD booklets, replacements for Gene Simmons, favorite podcasts, the harm that Sammy Hagar has done to this world and much more! Quarantine Sessions Vol7 Additionally, LC takes on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek hosted by Aaron Camaro! Did Loose Cannon outsmart Chris? Did Aaron pick brain-busting questions? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol7 and SHARE with a friend! The Decibel Geek Podcast is brought to you by Klick Tee Shop. Get your Decibel Geek swag and much more at www.klickteeshop.com! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Bakko from the Cobras and Fire Podcast for The Quarantine Sessions Vol6! This week the guys are taking another round of YOUR questions. We touch on Van Halen albums, Paul Stanley's voice, underrated/overrated/perfectly rated bands, our planned career paths in high school, the Big 4, streetfighting theme songs, and tons more! Additionally, Bakko takes on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek! This trivia show that "goes to 11" is hosted by Aaron Camaro and he brought some serious brain busters this week. Did Chris defend his title? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol6 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week for more listener questions, rock discussion, and trivia with The Quarantine Sessions Vol5! This week, host of the Mars Attacks podcast Victor Ruiz joins us for a spirited discussion based on YOUR questions! Subjects covered this week include Judas Priest, KISS, Quarantine tv shows, albums, and snacks of choice, and Van Halen's A Different Kind of Truth among many others. Quarantine Sessions Vol5 Additionally, Victor takes on Chris in another round of Beat the Geek! Did Chris return to form after last week's beatdown? You'll have to listen to find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol5 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back again with another episode recorded via social distancing with The Qurantine Sessions Vol4! This week we're joined by the one and only Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni from the Growin' Up Rock and Podcast Rock City podcasts!   As we have been doing, we're back to answer YOUR questions that were submitted via our social media channels. We'll touch on lots of subjects this week including Pink Floyd, Weird Al, favorite rock documentaries, Van Halen, Hulk Hogan, Nickelback (yeesh), Vinnie Vincent (double-yeesh), and much more. Additionally, we discuss tons more KISS questions including Eddie Kramer, Eric Carr, Creatures of the Night, Psycho Circus, and tons more.   Quarantine Sessions Vol4   Finally, we play another round of Beat the Geek (yep, new title) as Chris takes on Sonny for 11 questions of rock n' roll trivia! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol4 and SHARE with a friend!   OTHER Quarantine Sessions epiosdes   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us! Donate to the show!   Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hit our 400th episode this week as the weirdness continues with The Quarantine Sessions Vol3! Joining us this week for this KISS-centric episode is Podcast Rock City host Joe Polo! We've been fans of PRC since the very beginning and were stoked to have Joe on to help us answer KISS-related listener questions! We touch on damn near everything this week from thoughts on makeup design evolution, favorite guitars, hatred for Tommy and Eric, Paul Stanley's acting career, why Asylum rules and tons more! Additionally, Joe tried unseat Chris this week as reigning champion in Aaron Camaro's Rock n' Roll Game Show! Did he win? You'll have to listen and find out! We hope you enjoy The Quarantine Sessions Vol3 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Ian Wadley and Josh Toomey from the new Diabolus in Podcastica podcast for The Qurantine Sessions Vol2! We're stuck inside but that doesn't mean you don't deserve a show! This week Ian and Josh sit in with us to continue answering your listener questions. We touch on tons of subjects this week including music and otherwise! Above all else, we're happy to bust each other's balls for YOUR entertainment! Be sure to check out the Diabolus in Podcastica Podcast at https://www.spreaker.com/show/diabolus-in-podcastica and be sure to SHARE this episode with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're living in a strange time but that's not stopping us from getting on microphones and being ridiculous and we do just that with The Quarantine Sessions Vol1! We are having to practice social distancing but thanks to the magic of Skype, we're getting together virtually and answering your pre-submitted questions. The topics bounce around wildly in this episode and you'll get music related questions as well as some real life stories from the our childhoods. Additionally, we take some live phone calls for the first time. As you can figure, it's a comedy of errors. We're still figuring this technology out but had fun talking to a few of you and plan to do more of it going forward. We hope you are staying home, washing your hands, and enjoying The Quarantine Sessions Vol! Please SHARE and comment below! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get into some cool behind-the-scenes KISStory this week with our Conversation with Vincent DiGerlando! Vincent worked for Howard Marks Advertising for 14 year and, by proxy, KISS. Meeting the band in 1974, he would go on to design the iconic KISS Army logo! Additionally, Vincent had a major hand in several landmark KISS albums and products including the album covers for Double Platinum, the 78 solo albums, Unmasked, and Creatures of the Night. In this conversation, Vincent shares many interesting stories of working with the KISS team behind the scenes, the differences in design and printing compared to today, as well as his thoughts in hindsight of working with such a legendary band. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Vincent DiGerlando and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to focus on all the news in the rock and metal world with New Noize 9! There's a lot of bleak news outside of the music world these days so we hope to provide a brief escape from it all in this episode. Starting things off, we give our in-depth review of the latest Ozzy Osbourne offering 'Ordinary Man'. Did we love it? Did we hate it? Do we disagree with each other? You'll have to listen to find out. Additionally, we discuss some of the latest developments between the Donnie Vie and Enuff Z'nuff camps. A lot has been put forth publicly by the former singer of our favorite pop rock band and we have our thoughts on the whol situation. Other topics discussed include Twisted Sister becoming licensing kings, updates on the Mick Mars solo album, Riot's singer trying out on The Voice (yes, we're serious), and a Nu-Metal tour that nobody asked for. Finally, we dig into some recent comments from Robb Flynn of Machine Head that didn't sit too well with Aaron Camaro. You'll hear Robb's comments and Aaron's response in this episode. We hope this break from our bleak reality helps you get through your week. Keep on rockin'! (and wash your freakin' hands!) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're blessed to be joined by Tommy Skeoch this week as he reflects on the Tesla classic 'Psychotic Supper.' Coming on the heels of the successful 'Five Man Acoustical Jam' album, Tesla hit the studio in New York playing with house money. The recent success afforded them free reign to create an album devoid of record company pressure. The band went to work with producers Steve Thompson and Michael Barbiero. The resulting album is a sonic platter of greatness. Psychotic Supper sounds as fresh today as it did in 1991. Boasting five successful singles including What You Give, Edison's Medicine, Song and Emotion, and Call It What You Want, Psychotic Supper achieved platinum status.  In this long-form discussion, Tommy Skeoch shares his memories of the making of this great album. Track by track, story by story; you'll get it all. We also get the inside track on Tommy's new band Resist and Bite. Putting the finishing touches on material, the band will soon be shopping for a label. In the meantime, we're giving you a sneak peak with podcast world premier of the song The Myth I'm Livin.' Don't miss seeing Tommy Skeoch at ROCKNPOD Weekend taking place August 14-16 in Nashville, TN! Get your tickets NOW at www.rocknpod.com! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a completely new experimental series we read and react to a Hit Parader magazine from back in the day with Rock Mag '83! Reaction videos seem to be a big trend these days but, in this case, we're reacting to the printed word. The Rock Mag series has us flipping through the pages of an old school rock magazine and reacting to it. Did these articles age well? Do we agree with the takes given? Are these letters to the editor actually legit? We go through it all, crack wise, and share our opinions of their opinions! Rock Mag '83 Topics from this issue of Hit Parader from 1983 include Eddie Van Halen, KISS, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Charles Atlas, Button Making, B-Movies, Fake Letters, Ridiculous Rush Takes, and much more! We also touch a bit on last week's Universally Rejected episode as well as provide an update on ROCKNPOD 2020! Get your tickets at www.rocknpod.com! We hope you enjoy Rock Mag '83 and SHARE with a friend! And, please add your thoughts on this episode in the comments below! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We tackle some heavy stuff this week as we explain how we were Universally Rejected. A growing group of rock podcasts were recently booted off Spotify and we were one of them. We explain the situation and what changes are going to take place from this recent development. Hear us out and give us your feedback as we really look to the listeners for the next steps! Universally Rejected We also touch on the recent passing of Jesus Chrysler drummer Craig Duffy. It's a sad loss to his family, friends, and fans. Our condolences go out to you all and, in tribute, all music on the show this week is by Jesus Chrysler. Shine on, Duffy. Additionally, we are saddened by the recent news of the ending of the Rock & Metal Combat Podcast. It is quite a surprise and this week we share our feelings on the podcast, the possible plans for Ralph and Ian going forward, and a proposal from Chris to the guys directly. If you agree, let 'em know! We hope you enjoy Universally Rejected and SHARE with a friend! Buy Jesus Chrysler Music! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Toby Wright joins us for an in-depth discussion on the making of the Alice in Chains classic 'Jar of Flies.' Released on January 25, 1994, through Columbia Records, it is the first EP in music history to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, with the first week sales exceeding 141,000 copies in the United States. Recorded over the course of a week at the London Bridge Studio in Seattle, it was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1995; Best Recording Package and Best Hard Rock Performance for "I Stay Away". It has been certified triple-platinum by the RIAA, selling 4 million copies worldwide. Jar of Flies In this long-form talk, Toby recounts his memories of getting the phone call from Jerry Cantrell to book studio time once the band got off tour. Assuring Toby that plenty of material was ready to go, Cantrell revealed later that no material had been written as of day 1 of recording. What happened next can only be described as catching lightning in a bottle (or a jar). Wright and the members of the band hunkered down for 14+ hour days and churned out 7 amazing songs in 7 days. With a 10 day window for mixing, Jar of Flies took form from conception to finished product in just 20 days. Additionally, Toby shares his memories of the creation of the songs as well as production techniques used for creating the timeless sound of Jar of Flies. Also, Toby and his partner Jay give the details of their company, Taummhoms. Taummhoms is a subscription based sleep sound streaming service that can be accessed from any internet connected device. It features unique, on- demand, HIGH DEFINITION sounds that can help you in promoting sleep and revitalization. The options once in the FREE TRIAL section allow you to customize your desired length of time you are wishing to sleep in 30 minute increments. The sounds compliment each other creating a sense of deepened enlightenment, kindness and gratitude. You can get full details on Taummhoms and how to get a FREE 3 day trial at https://www.taummhoms.com/ We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Alice in Chains Jar of Flies w/Toby Wright and SHARE with a friend!   Check out other Albums Unleashed episodes HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to fill your ears with some classic goodness on this edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! This time we're keeping things old-school with killer tracks from the Golden Age of rock! In this music-filled edition, you'll get great tracks from Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, B.T.O, Grand Funk Railroad, Black Oak Arkansas, Heart, Scorpions, The James Gang and Queen! Sure, you hear songs by most of these bands to this day on the radio but it's the same handful of tracks every single time. This week we're spinning songs that deserve the attention of the masses. We hope you enjoy this Classic Rock Edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneI Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock world with New Noize 8! The past couple weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions for many rock fans. We start things off on a somber note with a discussion on the recent passing of drum god Neil Peart. We share our thoughts on Rush, Neil's legacy, and some of our favorite songs from the legendary Canadian trio. David Lee Roth recently made news with a sad note about Eddie Van Halen as well as a controversial opening to his Las Vegas residency. We give our feelings on both of these stories and you might not like what we have to say. You've been warned. Ozzy recently released another song from his upcoming album Ordinary Man. This time he's joined by Elton John for the title track. What did we think of this tune? Listen and find out. Additionally, we cover stories involving Dee Snider, Glen Danzig, KK Downing, and Robin McAuley. It's all the news that's fit to spit with New Noize 8! Please SHARE with your friends and leave your comments below! Geeks of the Week: Simon Catt, Mike Grabowski, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Decibel Geek TV, MercuryArc, Matt Ashcraft, Eric Lussier, Brian Knapp, Paul Smith, Dee Stroyer Sr. InObscuria Podcast, Shea Hargett, James Nicholson, Aaron Baker, The Bakery Podcast, Bakko, Brad Shick, Shane Hebert, Todd Cunningham, Andrew Jacobs, Christina Greene, Allen Tate, Christopher Stokes, David Cathey, James West, Joseph Capone, Tom Cullen, Jay Szczeblewski, Kristen Schembeck, Wayne Cross, Brian Knapp, Jeffery Mendenhall, Adam Cox, Rob Harris, Trevor McDougall, David Glynn, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Scott Crouch, Mike Parnell, Brad Kalmanson, Bill Elam, Brandt Cattell, Sean Cullen, Mikael Burell, Rodney Dickson, Warren Edward LaRue Baker, Paul J Kane, Michael Bartley, John Phillips, Todd Rodgers, KISS Army Omaha, Joe Lascon, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, BrookeCriss19, Rob in the Hood, Eladio, JJ Mac, Murmles, Vette Halen, TrunkNation, Chris McGowan, Daniel Lee, Jeff Taylor, Twisted KISSter, Andrew McNeice, The Mooger Fooger More New Noize Episodes! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With 2019 now in the rear view mirror, we're back this week to share our Album Anticipation for 2020. Several great artists are planning new releases in the coming year.   This week we're spinning some of our favorite tracks by these artists while speculating on what these releases may hold. Some of the releases are still in the rumor stage but you'll still get a health dose of great tunes!   Artists featured include AC/DC, Black Swan, Weezer, Ace Frehley, Ozzy Osbourne, Anthrax, Armored Saint and more!     Album Anticipation 2020   We hope you enjoy Album Anticipation 2020 and SHARE with a friend! Be sure to leave YOUR feedback including what albums you are looking forward to in 2020!   Check out last year's Album Anticipation and see if we chose wisely!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us!   Donate to the show!   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber!   Click HERE for more info!   Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decibel Geek breaks into the New Year with a look at the past one as we count down our Best of 2019! As we march into a new decade, we're reminded again that rock is far from dead. In this episode, Chris and Aaron count down their top 10 songs of the year from rock and metal. In this music filled episode you'll get tracks from The Darkness, Tora Tora, Pretty Maids, Ron Keel Band, Roxy Blue, Michael Sweet, Starbreaker, Tygers of Pan Tang, Flotsam and Jetsam, D-A-D, and tons more! What topped their lists? What albums, surprisingly, didn't make their lists? You'll have to listen to find out! Best of 2019 We hope you enjoy Best of 2019 and SHARE with a friend! Be sure to leave YOUR Top 10 for 2019 in the comments section! Happy New Year from Chris, Aaron, and the entire Decibel Geek staff! Let's make 2020 Rock! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're giving you a KISSmas miracle with yet another Vinnie Vincent-themed episode. This time we're covering the recent Merry Metal Christmas show.   Chris and Aaron had lunch with several attendees before the event and got a few of them on mic to share their KISStories and their expectations of what was to come.   You'll hear from Kruisefest promoter Neil Davis, podcaster Mike Brunn and Vincent Larussa, Rosie Luck and her son Aleister and frequent KISSFAQ board poster Rip Rokken.       After the lunch interviews Chris chats with another attendee about his experience at the Merry Metal Christmas event from start to finish.   Today's guest Rick (aka Shecky, Poserboy71 online) has been a VV fan since the 80's, witnessed the Invasion play live in 1988, and is very well versed on Vinnie's playing and gear over the past 30+ years. He's also a trusted friend of Chris and Aaron. With so much speculation on Vinnie's playing ability due to a shroud of secrecy surrounding these events, we'll get Rick's take on what went down at S.I.R.   So, Did Vinnie Shredd the Halls? You'll have to listen to find out!   Please SHARE this episode with your friends on social media. Merry KISSmas from Chris and Aaron and everyone at Decibel Geek!   More Vinnie Vincent-Related Episodes HERE   Geeks of the Week:   Mike Grabowski, Dan Nation, Simon Catt, David Cathey, John Philips, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Aaron Martel, Eric Lussier, James West, Darren Parkin, Dee Stroyer Sr, Jay Szczeblewski, InObscuria Podcast, Rob Harris, David Glynn, The Bakery Podcast, Aaron Baker, Wayne Cross, Kristen Schembeck, Mike Parnell, Bill Elam, Andrew Jacobs, Christopher Stokes, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Andy Lafon, Todd Cunningham, Nate Atchison, Sean Cullen, Mikael Burell, Warren Edward LaRue Baker, Shane Hebert, Scott Crouch, Jeff Taylor, Daniel Lee, Eladio, Rob in the Hood, The Mooger Fooger   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us!   Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber!   Click HERE for more info!   Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're cutting out all your Christmas confusion this week with some rock solid Gift Giving Ideas! The holidays can be a very stressful time. Interactions with family can leave something to be desired. Additionally, figuring out what to give your loved ones can become a stressful burden each year. Not to worry! Let Chris and Aaron take all the guess work out of things this year! In this episode, your hosts look to rock and metal legends for inspiration. We think you'll be most pleased with the results. Gift Giving Ideas Tracks from Judas Priest, Riot, Testament, Ace Frehley, Supersuckers, Saxon, and more! On behalf of the entire Decibel Geek staff, we hope that all of our listeners and readers have a wonderful holiday season. Your support means so much to us and we love hearing from you. Thanks for listening! Geeks of the Week: Jeff Reid, Eric Lussier, Sit and Spin with Joe, Matt Ashcraft, InObscuria Podcast, Kevin Williams, Jeremy Bednarski, Daniel Spencer, Brent Tibbetts, Bakko, Cobras and Fire podcast, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Shane Hebert, John Phillips, Christopher Stokes, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Andrew Jacobs, Wayne Cross, Joseph Capone, Trevor McDougall, James West, Andy Lafon, Brian Knapp, Mike Parnell, Adam Cox, Thorbjorn Olsson, Kristen Schembeck, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we dive into a time of great change as we pick our Top 5 80's Aerosmith Songs! To describe the decade of the 80's when it comes to the bad boys from Boston is tough. Perhaps, it's best to lean on the reverse of an old analogy of 'in like a lamb, out like a lion.' Although hugely successful in the early to mid 70's, Aerosmith entered the 80's with a thud. The decade-closing 'Night in the Ruts' did little to gain chart position and resulted in Joe Perry's exit from the group. By 1982, even Brad Whitford had had enough and exited the band early in the sessions for 'Rock in a Hard Place' leaving replacement guitarist Jimmy Crespo to shoulder the load. [caption id="attachment_53302" align="alignright" width="350"] Top 5 80's Aerosmith [/caption] After finally reuniting in 1985, the band issued 'Done with Mirrors' to another tepid response. However, the fuse was lit for the explosion that would take place in 1986 when genres crossed. Upstart rappers Run DMC collaborated with the band for a cover of Walk this Way that took the world by storm. 1987's 'Permanent Vacation' and 1989's 'Pump' would solidify arguably the biggest comeback story in music history.  This week Aaron and Chris each pick their favorite 5 songs from the 80's Aerosmith catalog. Be sure to tell us YOUR Top 5 in the comments section! YOU MIGHT LIKE: Top 5 70's Aerosmith Songs Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're bringing you an infusion of up and coming rock this week with Fresh Blood 8! It's an hour-plus of pure evidence proving the continued existence of rock music! Aaron brings some great selections to the table including Midnite City, The Laidbacks, Tokyo Taboo, Revival Black, and Black Smoke Trigger. Additionally, Chris shares some great rock from Edge of Paradise, Silverthorne, Dirty Honey, Bombus, and Like Machines! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood 8 and SHARE with a friend! Fresh Blood 8 Geeks of the Week Aaron Martel, Bakko, Cobras and Fire Podcast, Joe Lascon, Matt Ashcraft, Todd Cunningham, Bay Ragni, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Dan E, Simon Catt, Sean Cullen, Shea Hargett, The Bakery Podcast, Aaron Baker, Scott Crouch, James West, Nate Atchison, Allen Tate, Andrew Jacobs, Shane Hebert, CGCM Podcast, Trevor McDougall, Christopher Stokes, Jeff Gauss, Todd Rogers, Jay Szceblewski, Andy Lafon, Jeff Taylor, Jeff Mendenhall, Daniel Lee, Vette Halen, JJ Mac, Eladio, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger The Fresh Blood series of shows from Decibel Geek Podcast seeks to prove that rock is far from dead. Featuring up and coming talent that carries on the spirit and sound of the greats we grew up on, it's a vital series.Please listen to the previous editions of Fresh Blood in the links below. Fresh Blood 1 Fresh Blood 2 Fresh Blood 3 Fresh Blood 4 Fresh Blood 5 Fresh Blood 6 Fresh Blood 7 Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a lot to cover and brought along special guests this week to do it for New Noize 7! Broacaster Bay Ragni and record industry veteran Dave Tedder join us this week to go over a ton of recent rock and metal news!   Stories covered this week include Eddie Van Halen cancer rumors, KISS' trio performance for sealife, Bob Kulick exploding on the entire KISS family, and Motley Crue reunion rumors (this was recorded days before the big annoucement so see who got it right and who was dead wrong).   Other topics covered include a new song and tour from Ozzy, a Black Crowes cash grab, Bang Tango reuniting, a Sabbath re-release and more!   We hope you enjoy New Noize 7 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It stands to reason that many of us come into our "most rocking" phase of life around the age of 16. That would include our favorite rock stars. So, with that in mind, we take a spin through the Billboard charts to see what was possibly influencing some of our favorite rockers; or repelling them.   We touch on members of KISS, Metallica, and many other American rock bands as well as Alice Cooper, Paul Gilbert, Blackie Lawless, and a ton more!   We wrap things up with a look at what was on the charts when Chris & Aaron turned 16.   Be sure to leave what was on the charts when YOU were 16 on the Decibel Geek facebook page in the comments section for this post!   We hope you enjoy 16 in America and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel!   Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bassist Anthony Esposito joins us this week for an enlightening conversation on his work with three guitar gods. Anthony's musical history makes for a great conversation and, while talking to us, he didn't hold back.   In this episode, Anthony discusses the formation and beginnings of Lynch Mob. Founded by original Dokken guitarist George Lynch, the band wowed music fans with 1990's Wicked Sensation album. The partnership of Anthony, Lynch, drummer Mick Brown and singer Oni Logan resulted in a gem of an album from a very transitional time in music. Anthony talks about his audition for the band, his current thoughts on George, and the odds of a Wicked Sensation lineup reunion in 2020.   Another guitar great that Anthony worked with is Ace Frehley. When Ace was putting together his comeback album 'Anomaly,' he enlisted Anthony to help with song ideas and production. His role grew from there. You won't believe what happened during the recording of this album as well as the reasons for losing his position in the band. It's a 'what could have been' story to the nth degree. Most recently, Anthony was brought on as bassist for Jake E. Lee's Red Dragon Cartel. His solid pocket during the tour for the first album helped hold things together and was a welcome addition on last year's 'Patina' album. In this episode Anthony touches on road stories from the RDC tour, recording conditions for the latest album, working with Jake and Max Norman, as well as the odds of Red Dragon Cartel continuing.   We want to thank Anthony Esposito for a fun, candid discussion this week. We hope he'll join us again. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Anthony Esposito and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Become a VIP Subscriber!   Click HERE for more info!   Comment Below   Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Sgambati joins us this week to discuss his creation of The Greatest Show on Earth and we watch it!   In last 50 years, there hasn’t been a more visually exciting band than KISS. Blasting on to the scene in the early 1970’s KISS’ mix of rock, pop and cartoon theatrics made them a household name. By 1977, the people has spoken. KISS was the most popular band in America according to a then recent Gallup Poll.   Led Zeppelin had one. The Who had theirs in 1979. Alice Cooper, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones all had In Concert films that graced the silver screen...but not KISS.   The Greatest Show on Earth takes you back to 1977 and answers the question, what would a 1970’s KISS film look like?   In this episode we watch The Greatest Show on Earth and provide our live commentary. You can check out the movie yourself and watch along with us on Vimeo!   Once we finish the watch-along, Andrew joins us to talk about the basis for creating the movie, the revisions/additions that were made for the Encore edition as well as his plans for another KISS-based movie.   Stream The Greatest Show on Earth on Vimeo at https://vimeo.com/359413106   Watch-Along starts at 07:09:00   Director Interview with Andrew Sgambati starts at 01:17:44   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ROCKNPOD donor and Decibel Geek superfan Mark Starski joins us to spin killer tracks and take us down memory lane with This Is Your Life!   In this episode, Mark picks songs based on previous Decibel Geek episodes spanning the eight year history of the show!   You'll get great tracks from RATT, War Babies, Saints & Sinners, Gary Schutt, Babylon A.D., Shy Tiger, Tales from the Porn, Reckless Love, Winger, and Wildside!   It's an episode unlike any we've done before and we had a great time talking to Mark!   We hope you enjoy This is Your Life - Ep379 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With fall in full swing, we look to the sky for great tracks to celebrate the Harvest Moon!   In this hour-plus episode you'll get fantastic selections from AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, King's X, LA Guns, Racer X, Leatherwolf, Dream Theater, Godsmack, Bobaflex, and Dio! It's an episode filled with great rock and metal tracks that will leave you howling!   We hope you enjoy Harvest Moon - Ep378 and SHARE with a friend!   Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guest Patrick Hill joins us for Radio Sucks V37! There are a ton of great tunes for you this week! In this episode you'll get killer tunes from Richie Kotzen, Widowmaker, W.E.T., Wayland, George Lynch, Kan Roberts, Lynch/Pilson, Supershine, and Blue Murder!   Additionally, we touch on some recent drama we've had with Sebastian Bach. Lots of great tunes and talk for your ears to chew on this week! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks V37 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week covering all the current happenings in the rock world with New Noize V6! There's a lot going on lately and we're giving our take on it all. Topics covered in this episode include David Lee Roth's upcoming Las Vegas residency, Gene Simmons' recent health scare, a great new track from the upcoming Michael Sweet solo album, and Dee Snider admonishing the NFL. New Noize V6 Additionally, we're tackling news about James Hetfield's fall from sobriety and Ace Frehley declining Tommy Thayer's paycheck. Furthermore, we react to a bold statement by Chris Jericho of Fozzy, and discuss some weird happenings in the Quiet Riot camp. We hope you enjoy New Noize V6 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're turning the tables this week as we have the listeners Ask Us Anything! After doing the podcast for over 8 years, we figured some of you would have some questions and you proved us right! In this episode we'll tackle all sorts of topics that you, the listener, brought to our attention. Some of the things we cover include how we got into podcasting, recommendations for building an audience, favorite interviews, and more. Additionally, we share some of our pre-Decibel Geek history including jobs we've had in the past as well as thoughts on certain bands and their members. Ask Us Anything It's a free-wheeling good time and we truly appreciate all the great questions we received. We hope you enjoy Ask Us Anything and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We recently attended a SciFi convention and we're taking you with us for Radio Sucks V36! The good people at ICCC (Imperial Commissary Collectors Convention) invited us to be part of the festivities this year. Featuring tons of actors from scifi movies including Star Wars, Cosplayers, toy/collectable vendors and more, we thought we'd see if there were some rock fans in the crowd. You'll hear our results today as well as some of their favorite songs. Radio Sucks V36 Additionally, we spin some great tracks from Checkpoint Charley, Toddzilla, Lipstick Generation, Eclipse, Alice Cooper, and many more! It's a Radio Sucks episode like no other! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks V36 and SHARE with a friend! SONGS: Star Wars Theme by Galactic Empire Viva la Victoria by Eclipse New Gods by Thy Art is Murder (clip) Nice Boys by Guns N’ Roses Hand of Doom by Black Sabbath Waiting for the Cloud - Legendary Pink Dots (clip) Archangel Thunderbird by Amon Düül II (clip) Howling at Nothing by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats (clip) Bedlam in Beligium by AC/DC Matilda Mother by Howling Giant Invader by Checkpoint Charlie Eyes of Love by Lipstick Generation Breathe by Toddzilla East Side Story by Alice Cooper Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with one of the most "inside" KISS-related shows we've ever done as we have a Conversation with a KISS Meme. To explain, in 2010 teenager Rich Cser was basking in the discovery of rock and metal music. For fun, he filmed himself singing and doing air guitar to some of his favorite songs and uploaded the videos to Youtube. Of these videos, his choice of KISS' Ready My Body from 1989's 'Hot in the Shade' album was a strange one. Furthermore, his animated air guitar performance, complete with tongue wagging and throwing "the horns" got the attention of the KISS Army. Soon, the video would be the topic of much discussion on many KISS groups and message boards. Not all of the response was positive. Ultimately, it was a conversation starter regardless of good or bad reaction. KISS Meme After 2010, the video of Cser asking if the letters are big enough kind of fell by the wayside; until this year. Popular Youtube host Ralph Viera (aka Dr. Fukk) resurrected the video on his channel for a bit of playful satire, explaining that his girlfriend had left him for Cser before throwing to the original video. Not one to stand idly by, Decibel Geek host Aaron Camaro got to work and actually found Rich Cser on social media. Once explaining to him that his video had gotten quite a reaction, he surprisingly agreed to appear on Decibel Geek. Today we give you Conversation with a KISS Meme. Thanks to Rich Cser for the cool talk and to Ralph Viera for reminding us of the badassery that is the Ready My Body video. WARNING, please have your girlfriends or wives leave the room before playing this episode. Unless you want them to leave you. Original Video of Rich Cser performing Ready My Body Ralph Viera's Video Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with special guest Brian Davis for Bonus Tracks Vol2! For whatever reason, certain great songs are left off of albums. Fortunately, through the process of remasters, deluxe editions, and box sets, these hidden gems are released to the fans. In this episode, we highlight a ton of great tunes from many of our favorite artists. Bonus Tracks Vol2 In this nearly 2 hour episode you'll get tracks from Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Motorhead, Alice in Chains, The Donnas, Aerosmith, AC/DC, and tons more! Be sure to check out Brian's Damn Good Movie Memories podcast as well! We hope you enjoy Bonus Tracks Vol2 and SHARE with a friend! Bonus Tracks Vol1 can be heard HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week for a peach of a discussion about The Heavier Side of the Black Crowes! We've never really delved deeply into this Georgia-born group led by the brothers Robinson. For this episode we turn to an expert as David Hudson from the State of Amorica podcast joins in to school us on Crowes history. Additionally, your hosts and guest spin some of their favorite 'heavier' songs by the band. Black Crowes   We hope you enjoy The Heavier Side of the Black Crowes and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back to break down all the details of an incredible weekend with the ROCKNPOD 2019 Recap! There's a lot to go over from the third annual celebration of rock music and podcasting and the guys take you through the entire weekend. In this episode, Chris and Aaron share details of what went on including the Friday and Saturday concerts as well as behind the scenes information. ROCKNPOD 2019 Recap So many bands, so many guests and so many podcasts; it's a lot to keep up with! You'll get it all in this ROCKNPOD 2019 Recap! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the ROCKNPOD Expo around the corner, we're back this week to kick back and talk about some current rock and metal happenings with New Noize 5! There's some strange doings in the world of Rock and Metal and we're tackling a few of them this week. In this relaxed discussion we share our thoughts on a guy butt-smuggling a cell phone in jail, the untimely passing of a Sunset Strip legend, an iconic Heavy Metal guitarist that's beating the odds while churning out killer riffs, a reunion that probably never-will-be, and a concert ticketing scandal that'll have you yelling, "Kill Em All!" New Noize 5 We touch on those subjects and a few others in New Noize 5! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week with an in-depth discussion on the written word of the Hottest Band in the Land as we discuss KISS Lyrics. While they will never be viewed by the elite on a par with wordsmiths such as Dylan or Springsteen, there's plenty to talk about when it comes to the lyrical catalog of KISS. KISS Lyrics With so many lyrics to possibly go through, we're making this volume 1 and capping the discussion at 1977. We hope you enjoy KISS Lyrics Best and Worst and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're late starting KISSmas in July but it's finally here with The Best and Worst of KISS! In this episode we go through the KISS discograph and make our selections for best and worst song. Some albums were quite a challenge and there's some definite disagreement between us. The Best and Worst of KISS We also get a phone call from Kruisefest organizer Joe D'Angelo who gives us some details on this amazing event coming up in Miami this October. Find out more about Kruisefest at www.kruisefest.com We hope you enjoy The Best and Worst of KISS and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KIX guitarist Brian "Damage" Forsythe joins us this week to break down the making of KIX's Midnite Dynamite album! Released in 1985, this album sees the band going in a heavier direction while also embracing pop elements and production of the day via producer Beau Hill. In this long form discussion Brian shares his memories of the status of the band at the time. After putting out two major label releases, the average music fan would think the band was riding high; in this episode you'll release it was much more of a struggle. Brian's openness in this conversation is both informative and refreshing. Midnite Dynamite Midnite Dynamite spans 10 tracks. In this episode, Brian recalls his memories of the recording of these songs including details on gear that was used as well as some uncomfortable moments that led to this album's creation. We appreciate Brian "Damage" Forsythe for joining us for this in-depth conversation about the making of a KIX classic! Meet Brian at the upcoming Nashville Rocknpod Expo taking place Saturday August 10th at Nashville Airport Marriott. Get your tickets at www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com/ticketing Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dive deep into a murky period for one of rock's great as we discuss the Alice Cooper Blackout Era! The substance abuse was at its absolute peak in the early 80's for our favorite shock-rocker. Many years of drinking followed by a craving for cocaine had started to destroy Alice from the inside out. Starting in 1980 with the Flush the Fashion era, Alice Cooper abandoned his classic eye makeup for a psychotic Mommie-Dearest image. Combined with his gaunt frame, it still registers as once of his most frightening looks. Aside from the substances, the early 80's were a strangely creative time for Alice. The albums produced during this period yielded some brilliant, yet uneven, moments. Starting with 1980's Flush the Fashion, Alice takes a swing at disco and new wave with certain tracks. 1981's Special Forces is filled with an authoritarian concept while still providing a wink and a nod to androgyny. The cocaine abuse hits mass effect on 1982's Zipper Catches Skin and the songs bear that out despite some great moments. 1983's DaDa rounds out the Blackout Era in grand fashion with an album made purely from the heart. With Warner Brothers all but guaranteeing no promotional push, Cooper reunites with Dick Wagner and producer Bob Ezrin for an album that still sounds otherworldly today. In this episode we share our thoughts on this 4 album run and spin our favorite tracks from each. We hope you enjoy Alice Cooper Blackout Era - Ep365 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Scott Soto joins us this week for an enlightening conversation on a remarkable career. Jeff's journey from his early days with Yngwie Malmsteen to his current day projects including the new SOTO album Origami, is quite a tale to tell. Luckily for us, Jeff was in a talkative mood for this episode. We hit many important markers from his career including Malmsteen, his demo work with Vinnie Vincent, a stint with Journey, recent dates with Jason Bieler, and much more! We hope you enjoy Conversation with Jeff Scot Soto and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back to talk your ear off about all the doings in the world of Rock n Roll with New Noize 4! We begin this week's festivities with an extended discussion on Vinnie Vincent. This not only involves yet another promised event for fans of the ankh warrior but in how it related to the upcoming Nashville ROCKNPOD Expo. In this diatribe that we were sent, it includes an asinine claim by the former KISS guitarist about our expo. We take the time to read this statement and give our response as well as the truth behind the situation since you aren't getting it from him. New Noize 4 As with all New Noize episodes, we touch on our thoughts on current rock news of the day. This week we're covering the possibility of a new Tool album, new material from Guns n' Roses, Tommy Thayer throwing shade at Ace Frehley, and Courtney Love making news for anything but her music. All that and much more in New Noize 4! We hope you enjoy this episode and SHARE with a friend! Get your Nashville ROCKNPOD Expo tickets at www.rocknpod.com Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're putting our spin on a current trend with Rock n Roll Spirit Animals! This week's episode has us spinning tracks from band names from the animal kingdom. Sure, it's silly but we promise you a great time filled with awesome tracks. Rock n Roll Spirit Animals You'll get cool tunes from White Lion, Eagles of Death Metal, Spread Eagle, Dogs D'Amour, Scorpions, King Kobra, Faster Pussycat, Whitesnake, Tygers of Pan Tang, and The Black Crows! We hope you enjoy and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your holiday soundtrack is now set as we pay tribute to some great rockers we've lost with Memorial Metal! In this episode, we are remembering some of our favorite lost musicians and spinning tracks in their honor. This time we're honoring such greats as Eric Carr, Dave Pritchard, Ronnie James Dio, Dave Brockie, Phil Kennemore, Bernie Torme, Vinnie Paul, Motorhead, Steve Marriott, and Dick Wagner! Memorial Metal Crank this episode up at your Memorial Day barbeque for a soundtrack that will wake the neighbors! We hope you enjoy Memorial Metal and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we focus on the Prince of Darkness as we celebrate our Top 5 Ozzy Osbourne Songs 1980-1986! One year after being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, Ozzy came back with a vengeance with Blizzard of Ozz. The combination of Osbourne's lyrics and the guitar gymnastics of Randy Rhodes took the rock world by storm. Additionally, bassist Bob Daisley and drummer Lee Kerslake rounded out an incredible sonic assault that would rattle the early 80's. Top 5 Ozzy   Not only known for great songs, Ozzy's reputation grew by leaps and bounds in the 1980's. The "Satanic Panic" movement was in full swing and Ozzy was at the top of the list. His crazed antics freaked parents out and, in turn, spawned even crazier rumors about the former Sabbath front man. We touch on our memories of Ozzy during this time as well as our first experiences buying his music. Following Blizzard Ozzy releases three other great albums during this period. Diary of a Madman continued the momentum before tragedy struck with the untimely death of Rhodes in a plane crash. Enlisting former Mickey Ratt guitarist Jake E. Lee, Osbourne soldiered on with stellar material on Bark at the Moon and The Ultimate Sin. What are YOUR Top 5 Ozzy Songs from this era? Let us know in the comments and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Ozzy Osbourne Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber!  Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week bring you up to date with New Noize Vol4! There's a lot going on in today's rock world and and we're ready to tackle them head on. Rock news covered this week includes Ozzy Osbourne's continued immortality, Vinnie Vincent's recent interview and his future plans (allegedly). We also discuss the new Wildhearts record, Geoff Tate driving wine drinkers around Europe and Corey Taylor covering Poison? Additionally, you'll get an update on the upcoming ROCKNPOD Expo taking place August 9-10 in Nashville TN. Get your tickets at www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com/ticketing. New Noize Vol4 Also, we share our review of the recent Ace Frehley show that took place at Marathon Music Works in Nashville. Did Ace deliver? Were the gloves off? You'll have to listen to find out! That's just the tip of the iceberg. We cover a lot this week! We hope you enjoy New Noize Vol4 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we bring you another sonic sampling of killer rock music with Radio Sucks Radio Show v35! It's been half a year since we kicked back and just spun some tunes we love. So sit back, relax, and enjoy some killer music from the likes of Ace Frehley, Hair of the Dog, Stryper, MSG, Anthrax, Motorhead, Motley Crue, Hollywood Vampires, Love/Hate, and Aerosmith. Radio Sucks Radio Show V35 If we turned you onto something you liked this week we implore you to purchase the music directly from the artist. Music survives when you support the artists! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After reading an article written by Claire Gillespie from the website Delite documenting their list of the Top Live Bands of All Time, Aaron and Chris set out to compare notes with Top 5 Live Acts! The Delite article makes some interesting choices (30 of them in total) and we do not agree with all of them. How do our picks contrast with theirs? You'll have to listen to find out! = Top 5 Live Acts We hope you enjoy Top 5 Live Acts and SHARE with a friend! Please remember to go to the Decibel Geek Podcast page on Facebook and leave YOUR selections in the comments section of this episode. Thanks! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with the long-awaiting second volume of Camaro's Cutout Bin! Aaron Camaro is always on the hunt. His journey's to record stores, thrift stores, yardsales, and more have resulted in a CD collection in the thousands. Aaron has rolled the dice on a ton of CD's over the years. An album or artist may not be familiar but if it looks like it might possibly rock, he'll pick it up. Camaro's Cutout Bin Camaro's Cutout Bin Vol2 features songs from some of these blind album picks. We defy our listeners to say they've heard of any of these bands. If you have, let us know! This episode features music from artists such as Tsar, Black Lipstick, Deep Jimi and the Zep Creams, Young Heart Attack, The Hellhounds, Diamond Dog, Pig Pen, Detroit, and Peter Blast. If you're into music discovery, you're gonna love this episode. Thanks for listening and SHARE with a friend! Camaro's Cutout Bin Vol1 Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back by popular demand, we bring you one of our favorite guests ever as Toddzilla Returns! For the uninitiated, Toddzilla is a Nashville music scene fixture. His amazing image (tall hair, flashy suits, etc) is only outshined by his incredible guitar playing. Furthermore, Todd is a master storyteller and this episode doesn't disappoint. This is a fun conversation and Todd gives his views on a ton of different subjects. Toddzilla Returns Toddzilla now fronts an amazing show entitled Toddzilla's Rip-Roarin' Rock 'n' Roll Big Top. This killer show features Toddzilla fronting a great band performing classic rock tunes with tons of flare. Additionally, the show features several dancers performing acrobatic numbers on stage. It's an impressive display. Get more information on upcoming shows at https://www.facebook.com/RnRBigTop/ We hope you enjoy Toddzilla Returns and SHARE with a friend! More Toddzilla Episodes! Six Songs Toddzilla Thinks You Should Hear Conversation with Toddzilla Roth-Era Van Halen Discussion w/Toddzilla Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we celebrate one of America's greatest bands as we pick our Top 5 Ramones Songs 1976-1980! Born in Queens, NY, Ramones were a powder keg of chemistry as Johnny, Dee Dee, Joey, and Tommy (and later, Marky) lit a match that ignited an entire movement. The simple, edgy arrangements of throwback pop put through a buzzsaw turned up to 11 inspired an entire generation to start their own bands and, in turn, kick off the punk rock wave that would take the world by storm. Ramones As you'll hear in the episode, Aaron and Chris' favorite tracks vary wildly. We hope you enjoy Top 5 Ramones Songs 1976-1980 and SHARE with a friend! ALSO! Chris and Aaron will be hosting the upcoming Headbangers Ball concert at Little Harpeth Brewing in Nashville, TN on March 30! Great hard rock covers from Toxic pistols and Iron Tribe: A Tribute to Iron Maiden will be delighting your ears. An Iron Maiden prize pack with 2 tickets to the upcoming Nashville concert as well as 2 VIP Passes for the upcoming ROCKNPOD Expo will be given away! Be sure to attend and join us for a great night of music and fun! More details at https://www.facebook.com/events/157454911841884/ Also, David Ellefson of Megadeth will be joining us at ROCKNPOD! We're super stoked to have David and his business partner Thom Hazaert on hand this year for signing sessions with fans as well as panels presented by their Playback Independent Music Expo! More details can be found at www.rocknpod.com! Buy Music! Ramones Geeks of the Week: Bill Elam, David Gregory Karsh, Kevin Williams, Greg York, James Nicholson, Shea Hargett, Matt Ashcraft, David Cathey, Ray Coon, Victor Ruiz, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Dan Nation, Rockin Ron Runyon, Decibel Geek TV, Denver DeSeranno, Gino Ames, David Glynn, Chris Mikula, Brad Shick, Aaron Baker, Sons of Kong, Lipstick, Greg Troyan, Rodney Dickson, James McEllhiney, Mike Parnell, Trevor McDougall, Rob Web, Chris Akin, Mikael Burell, Dave Kostka, Joseph Capone, Brad Kalmanson, Sean Cullen, Jay Szczeblewski, James West, Shane Hebert, Adam Cox, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Christopher Stokes, Bipolar Billy, Coxy, Ernesto Aguilar, JJ MAC, Jeff Mendenhall, Digital Killed, I Love It Loudcast, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In light of the false declaration of rock's demise, we bring you Fresh Blood Volume 7! Regardless of what you've hears, there's a ton of great rock music being generated today. In this episode, Chris and Aaron bring you 10 killer tracks from bands that will be fresh to your ears! Artists this week include Liliac, The Mysterines, Images of Eden, Denman, Babylon Shakes, Alien Weaponry, Sons of Kong, The Radio Sun, Massive Wagons, and Lipstick. Fresh Blood Volume 7 One of this week's artists, Images of Eden, are trekking across the US this Spring with Metal Church and Doro Pesch. Be sure to check them out if they hit your town! More info at www.imagesofeden.com. We also share new information on this year's ROCKNPOD weekend happening August 9-10 in Nashville, TN. Go to www.rocknpod.com for more details! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood Volume 7 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week (who shared Torpedo Dudes Preview - Ep353)   James Nicholson, Free Form Rock Podcast, Marc Alden Taylor, Greg Troyan, Matt Ashcraft, Warren Edward LaRue Baker, simon Catt, Trevor McDougall, Todd Cunningham, Aaron Baker, Pete LaRussa, Sean Cullen, David Cathey, Decibel Geek TV, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Andrew Jacobs, Lipstick band, David Glynn, Kristen Schembeck, Joseph Capone, Brandt Cattell, Rodney Dickson, Shane Hebert, Todd Cunningham, Mikael Burell, Boris Petrovski, Adam Cox, Christopher Stokes, Ernesto Aguilar, Digital Killed the Radio Star, Jay Szczeblewski, Bipolar Billy, Eladio, The Mooger Fooger Past Fresh Blood Episodes Buy Music! Liliac The Mysterines Images of Eden Denman Babylon Shakes Alien Weaponry Sons of Kong The Radio Sun Massive Wagons Lipstick. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below DIRECT DOWNLOAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Aaron moving this week, the guys needed a week off. But, have no fear, you're still getting an episode this week! In this Torpedo Dudes Preview episode, you'll get a taste of what you're missing by not being a DBG VIP on Patreon. Listen this week for free and join us for back catalog and future episodes of the best KISS podcast on Patreon, The Torpedo Dudes! Torpedo Dudes Greg Troyan of the band Lipstick and podcast The Lipstick Panel joins us for some hilarious KISS talk!  This episode goes all over the place but is entertaining as can be.  Subjects touched on include Italian stereotypes, bathroom habits, cocaine, discovering KISS as a millenial, the greatness of Peter Criss, Greg's awkward interaction with Gene Simmons, The Thong Song, who blew who first, socks, Desmond Child, Diane Warren, KISS being a four wheel drive vehicle, Bill Aucoin, Sean Delaney, showmanship, terrible song requests, Japanese rock, lip syncing, set lists, painters and more! Become a DBG VIP on Patreon to keep listening to Torpedo Dudes! Simply go to www.patreon.com/decibelgeek to sign up! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're honored to be joined by a 4-time Olympian this week as Jason Morris picks Six Songs he thinks you should hear! After meeting Jason in Atlanta a year ago, we've been looking forward to having him on the show to share his story. In this episodes, Jason talks about growing up in New York, getting into Judo at an early age, and persevering as an athlete and, later, a coach. Jason Morris Not only is Jason a great athlete, but his taste in music is fantastic as well! In this Six Songs special, he's turning you onto some great rock music. Notably, you're getting great tracks from Hardline, Edguy, Deep Purple, Whitesnake, Dio, and Dan Wos Project. It was great having Jason on the show. Be sure to check out his website at https://www.realjudo.net/ Geeks of the Week: Anthony Britt, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Ross J. Feickert, Decibel Geek TV, Ron Runyon, Steve Wright, Kevin Williams, Joseph Capone, Aaron Camaro, Matt Porter, Matt Ashcraft, James Brendon Dunn, Aaron Baker, David Cathey, Andrew Jacobs, Bill elam, Simon Catt, Shea Hargett, Chuck Noseworthy, Trevor McDougall, Andy Lafon, Mike Parnell, Rob Webb, Wayne Cross, Joe Snow, Adam Cox, James Nicholson, Brandt Cattell, Mike Tyler, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Rodney Dickson, Brennan Barrier, Marc Alden Taylor, Chris Akin, Greg Spicoli Reneau, Todd Cunningham, Rich Canamar, Sean Cullen, Mikael Burell, Shane Hebert, Monte, TwistedKISSter, Rodney Berrington, Digital Killed the Radio Star, David Hudson, Jeff Mendenhall, Bipolar Billy, Tom Smoke, Christopher Stokes, Shane Hebert, Alex Thorn, Eladio, The Mooger Fooger More Jason Morris! Official Site Jason Morris Judo Center Facebook Buy Music! Hardline Edguy Deep Purple Whitesnake Dio Dan Wos Project Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With so much happening in the KISS world, we thought we'd return with a KISS Edition of New Noize! In this hour-plus talk, we get down to our thoughts on the nuts and bolts of the KISS world in 2019; and boy is it active! KISS kicked off the beginning of their End of the Road tour in Vancouver this week. Specifically, the stage is massive and is getting lots of attention. Additionally, the specter of backing tracks being piped through the sound system is being discussed. Is the new KISS show live or is it Memorex? We'll dissect and give our thoughts. Also of note, on the eve of the new KISS tour, Ace Frehley took aim at his former band mates; blasting Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley with some serious allegations. Have Paul and Gene cost Ace millions of dollars due to badmouthing him? Did Gene really make a pass at Ace's girlfriend? Consequently, did Ace even actually write the salvo that was launched via his social media? We'll examine and give you our take. New Noize   Finally, the Vinnie Vincent saga takes yet another major twist. After lots of silence from Vinnie, the promoter, as well as Rocketown, the two shows scheduled in Nashville for February 8th and 9th have been cancelled by the promoter. According to him, Vinnie backed out of the shows. Subsequently, Vinnie (and his attorney) released statements essentially saying he backed out of the shows due to non-payment. Either way, the remaining fans of Mr. Vincent are, once again, left disappointed. Does this pay out in court? Will the ticket buyers get their refunds? Will there be another concert scheduled and who would trust that the show will happen? We give our take on this circus. As a result of all of this, there's no shortage of drama within the KISS Kamp. There's been speculation that the band would eventually launch a reality show. This begs the question, are we living through it right now? We hope you enjoy New Noize KISS Edition and SHARE with a friend! Previous New Noize: New Noize V3 Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Tesla's Troy Luccketta joins us to discuss the making of Mechanical Resonance. Released in December of 1986, Mechanical Resonance introduced this Sacramento-based 5 piece to the world. Produced by the duo of Steve Thompson and Michael Barbiero, the album peaked at 32 on the Billboard charts. Additionally, it provided Tesla with some bonafide material that still gets played live today including Modern Day Cowboy, Cumin' Atcha Live, and Little Suzi. Mechanical Resonance In this long-form discussion, Troy shares the origin story of Tesla. Details covered include the name change from City Kidd, marathon writing sessions, who's responsible for the name Tesla, and much more! As always, we also go track by track with Troy to get recollections of the making of each song. 2019 is shaping up to be a big year for Tesla. While Troy provides lots of great stories of the making of Mechanical Resonance, he also fills us in on the current state of the band. The new album, Shock, is slated for release in March of 2019. Consequently, the band is set to hit the road extensively. One of those dates is February 19th, in Nashville at the legendary Ryman Auditorium. To see such a great band in a venue with acoustics such as this is something you won't forget. So, if you are anywhere Nashville on February 19th, join Chris and Aaron for a killer night of live music with Tesla! We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - TESLA Mechanical Resonance with Troy Luccketta! More Troy Luccketta! Official Website Tesla Official Website Tesla at The Ryman in Nashville! Buy Tickets Here! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We look to the year in music ahead this week with Album Anticipation! This week we're discussing albums that are in production for a 2019 release. You're getting great new tracks from Shark Island, Axl Rose, Yellowcake and Tora Tora. Additionally, we're discussing bands that are rumored to be making a return to the studio this year. As a result, you're getting some classic tracks from Dokken, Poison, Tesla, the Wildhearts and more! Album Anticipation What are some albums that YOU are looking forward to in 2019? Be sure to leave a comment on this post in Decibel Geek Podcast facebook page! We hope you enjoy Album Anticipation and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week Denver DeSeranno, James Brendon Dunn, cool World, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Neil Johnson, Brennan Barrier, Jospeh Capone, Shea Hargett, Jay Szczeblewski, Shane Hebert, James West, Mike Parnell, Steve Wright (Podder than Hell Podcast), Ray Coon, Lizzy Borden, Aaron Baker, Snede Rock, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Dave Huckridge, Brandt Cattell, Adam Cox, Sean Cullen, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Simon Catt, Bill Elam, Mikael Burell, Todd Cunningham, Christopher Stokes, David Cathey, Eladio, Graham Spark, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hit the ground running in 2019 but looking back at our favorite songs and albums of last year with Best of 2018! If you have friends that say there's no good music being produced these days just punch them in the nuts and direct them to this episode. In this mega-long episode, we're turning you onto some incredible rock and metal that came out last year. Best of 2018   Best of 2018 has you getting killer tracks from artists such as Stryper, Massive Wagons, Primal Fear, Skull Fist, Judas Priest, Turbonegro, Ace Frehley, Enuff Z'nuff, Clutch, and tons more! Additionally, we read off the albums that came close to making our lists. It's a celebration of 12 months of killer rock and metal music! We hope you enjoy Best of 2018 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Keith Ross, Trevor McDougall, Snede Rock, Adam Cox, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Matt Ashcraft, Sean Cullen, Steve Wright, Stacey Sullivan, Ray Coon, Matt Porter, Dan Nation, Marc Alden Taylor, Shane Hebert, Devin Dungan, Joseph Capone, Jay Szczeblewski, Simon Catt, Brad Kalmanson, Mikael Burell, David Glynn, Kevin Williams, Jeffrey Mendenhall, James McEllhiney, James West, Brandt Catell, Tom Smoke, Bill Elam, TwistedKisster, Ernesto Aguilar, JJ Mac, David Cathey, Focus on Metal podcast, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We close out the year in excellent fashion with DIO-CEMBER VOL2! We left off last week with Ronnie James Dio fronting Black Sabbath. Inasmuch as the chemistry was palatable, Ronnie needs and change and things pick up in 1983. The Holy Diver album is an absolute powerhouse because of its lineup. Guitarist Vivian Campbell, bassist Jimmy Bain, and drummer Vinny Appice were the perfect arsenal to back Ronnie up. Accordingly, the results are made clear in the material they released. To follow up Holy Diver with such strong albums as Last in Line and Sacred Heart speaks to the power of this lineup. DIO-CEMBER VOL2 DIO-CEMBER VOL2 explores the many changes that took place in Ronnie's career. While the original lineup gets plenty of love in this episode, we also aim to show you that fantastic material was released well after they ceased to be a unit. Consequently, you'll get tracks from DIO albums including Dream Evil, Lock Up the Wolves, Strange Highways, Magica, Killing the Dragon, and Master of the Moon. Additionally, Aaron spins a great track from the Heaven and Hell lineup. Ronnie James Dio may no longer be with us but he leaves a musical legacy that endures. Indeed, his incomparable voice raised the bar for such legends as Richie Blackmore and Tony Iommi. Additionally, the impressive material that he put out through the DIO is an undeniable template to the greatness of Heavy Metal. We hope you've enjoyed DIO-CEMBER. DIO-CEMBER VOL2 is the end of our two-part tribute to the great Ronnie James Dio. However, there's always next year! We Recommend: Eternol Idols video reviews on Youtube DIO-CEMBER VOL1 Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We celebrate the holidays this week by releasing volume 1 of a 2 part special on a legend; DIO-CEMBER Vol1 is here! In this special, we pay tribute to the late, great Ronnie James Dio. This week's entry has us focusing on Ronnie's first decade in the rock world 1972-1981. Ronald Padavona was born in New Hampshire in 1942. His family would soon move to New York where he would be raised around music. Beginning at the age of 5, Ronnie was a born-performer. Stints playing trumpet and bass would lead the way to Ronnie fronting bands. After changing his name to Dio around 1960, his first real step in the world of rock would be taken in 1972. ELF's self-titled debut album features Ronnie and childhood friends performing while Deep Purple legends Roger Glover and Ian Paice produced. This would lead to extended touring opening for Purple and, eventually, the formation of Richie Blackmore's Rainbow. DIO-CEMBER Vol1 Rainbow's history is well-covered but, in short, the Dio-led version of the band is legendary in its output. Richie Blackmore's Rainbow, Rising, and Long Live Rock & Roll are testaments to the powerful partnership between the singer and guitarist. Unfortunately, the clash of egos would lead to Ronnie leaving Rainbow. On the other hand, rock history was waiting to be changed as Dio would then team up with Black Sabbath who had recently parted ways with Ozzy Osbourne. The newfound chemistry between Dio and guitarist Tony Iommi was undeniable. As a result, Black Sabbath would release two landmark albums with Ronnie; Heaven and Hell and Mob Rules. Despite the incredible material, it would be a short-lived union. But, that's for us to discuss on volume 2. We hope you enjoy DIO-CEMBER Vol 1 - Ep345 and SHARE with a friend! Also Check Out: Marvelous Team Ups - Episode 314 Eternal Idols - Sabbath and Related Youtube Reviews Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to tackle the who, what, when, where and why of the second half of our 1981 Year in Review Part 2! July of 1981 is a strong month for the rock genre. Strong efforts include releases by Foreigner, Def Leppard, and the Ramones. Additionally, some great under the radar albums by Demon and New England help bolster and already solid month. The month of August is a busy one in news and pop culture. The launch of MTV on August 1st is a landmark moment that's about to turn the music world on its head. Also taking place in August of 1981, John Lennon assassin Mark David Chapman is sentenced. Furthermore, a fantastic musical release by Brad Whitford and Derek St. Holmes is getting attention. 1981 Year in Review Part 2 September of 1981 is filled with great rock music as well as a shocking personnel change. The month is marked with solid outings by Triumph, Grand Funk Railroad, Michael Schenker Group, KIX, and Alice Cooper. Additionally, Iron Maiden do the unthinkable and switch lead singers right as the band is beginning its ascent. The music news for October of 1981 includes a young Prince being boo'd off the stage while opening for the Rolling Stones. Also, music piracy is on the radar as the "Home Taping is Killing Music" campaign is launched. Music releases for October include new solo material from Ozzy Osbourne as well as a big release from his previous band, Black Sabbath. Notably, KISS venture into uncharted waters with a new look and a strange concept album. Hollywood death gripped the United States in November of 1981. Famed actress Natalie Wood tragically drowns while on a boat ride with two other notable thespians. Mystery continues to surround the case. Also of note, porn star John Holmes is arrested, and later acquitted, in the Laurel Canyon "Wonderland" murders. Additionally, November of 1981 is highlighted by big releases from Motley Crue and AC/DC. All of this is covered this week as well as classic commercials in our 1981 Year in Review Part 2! We hope you enjoy and SHARE with a friend! 1981 Year in Review Part 1 HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're hopping in the De Lorean and heading back in time this week for our 1981 Year in Review Part 1! So many things happened from January - June 1981 that you're getting an earful this week! Wendy O. Williams arrested, Steven Tyler cheats death, and the Urban Cowboy fashion movement takes hold. Other stories include Ozzy eating a bird (uncooked), President Reagan in the crosshairs, riots in the UK, and much more. [caption id="attachment_47712" align="alignright" width="350"] 1981 Year in Review Part 1 [/caption] 1981 in sports sees championships won by the Oakland Raiders and Los Angeles Dodgers. In the wrestling world, Hulk Hogan is having an identity crisis. We touch on these stories and more this week. Additionally, American television audiences are caught up in shows such as Three's Company, M.A.S.H., Dukes of Hazzard and Love Boat. This week we'll tell you the top 5 shows on 1981 and touch on our thoughts of them. Our 1981 Year in Review Part 1 wouldn't be complete without music. Notably,  you'll get tracks from UFO, GenX, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Cirith Ungol, Hanoi Rocks, Accept, Van Halen, Y&T, and tons more! Additionally, you're getting another dose of nostalgia in the form of classic commercials and facts and numbers of 1981! In summary, it's a trip through time that'll take you back. We hope you enjoy 1981 Year in Review Part 1 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Filmmaker Andrew Sgambati is with us this week to talk about The Greatest Show on Earth as well as to pick our Top 5 KISS Songs 1974-1977! While there's a ton of controversy surrounding the Hottest Band in the Land in 2018 we're happy to have Andrew on to discuss a time when all was right in the world. The mid-1970's were a magical time for KISS. The strength of their six studio albums and two live albums propelled the band into the heights of pop culture consciousness in 1977. Inspired by such a special era for the band, Andrew channeled that inspiration into making The Greatest Show on Earth; a concert film/documentary sourced from video from live 1977 concerts and audio from Alive II. [caption id="attachment_47666" align="alignright" width="350"] Top 5 KISS 1974-1977 [/caption] Additionally, Andrew sticks around to join us in picking our Top 5 KISS Songs 1974-1977. We know you'll agree with a number of choices while probably scratching your head at others. Don't you just love list shows? We hope you enjoy Top KISS Songs 1974-1977 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Promoter Joe D'Angelo joins us for Vinnie Vincent Special vol6; our thoughts on Miami, Memphis, and more. We said we'd never do another one of these but with recent events taking place, we had to chime in. In this latest volume, Joe tells us about his experience booking and working with Vinnie Vincent. Vinnie appeared in Miami for The Gathering KISS Kruise Preparty. He appeared for two meet and greet days as well as a performance with Four by Fate onstage for a few songs. Joe gives us the details on what it's like working with Vinnie, how he was to the fans, as well as his thoughts on the onstage performance. We also give our thoughts on Vinnie's performance of Lick It Up, I Love It Loud, and Cold Gin. [caption id="attachment_47584" align="alignright" width="350"] Vinnie Vincent Special vol6 [/caption] Moving on from Miami, Joe stays with us to discuss our thoughts (at that time) about the upcoming 2 night stand at Graceland in Memphis. We delve into what are expectations would be for the fans that are traveling to Tennessee, how ticket sales seemed to be going and speculation on what would go down. A few days after recording with Joe, a Vinnie Vincent bombshell was dropped. The Memphis shows have been postponed (just weeks away from their confirmed dates) and the show is being moved to Nashville in February. While refunds and exchanges seem to be available to ticket buyers, it became apparent quickly that a number of Vinnie Vincent fans were going to be mightily inconvenienced due to this short notice schedule/city change. We give our unfiltered thoughts on this whole mess and state what we think is going to happen (or not happen) in Nashville in February of 2019. We hope you enjoy Vinnie Vincent Special vol6 - Ep341 and SHARE with a friend. Buy Music! Slaughter Four by Fate Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shawn Franklin joins the guys this week to discuss his continuing involvement with Anthrax; this time for the 1988 classic State of Euphoria! This thrashterpiece was released on September 19, 1988 and helped cement Anthrax's place in The Big 4. With killer tracks like Be All End All, Who Cares Wins, Misery Loves Company, and the single Antisocial, State of Euphoria reached No.30 on the Billboard charts and would be certified Gold a year later. State of Euphoria Shawn Franklin, as you'll also hear in our past Albums Unleashed for Spreading the Disease, has been given the enviable task of sifting through drummer Charlie Benante's Anthrax audio archive. In this 30th Anniversary deluxe edition of State of Euphoria you're getting some incredible material. Disc 1 features a remastered version of the studio album as well as bonus material recorded during the sessions. Disc 2 features Charlie's Archive; tapes from the man himself that Shawn worked on. He painstakingly assembled the best parts of the tapes to give you, the listener, an audio evolution of the songs on the album. From idea tapes to rehearsals to recording to final mix, you'll get a backstage pass to Anthrax in the late 80's as they put State of Euphoria together.  We appreciate Shawn Franklin joining us this week and encourage you to purchase the new 30th Anniversary Deluxe edition of Anthrax State of Euphoria! Buy Music! Anthrax Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're wishing you a Happy Halloween this week with our Type O Negative Discussion! Patreon DBG VIP and donor to the ROCKNPOD Expo Andy Connors joins us to break down the history of this legendary Brooklyn band. The roots of Type O Negative stretch back to the 1980's when Peter (Ratajczyk) Steele and Josh Silver perform in local metal band Fallout. This would lead to Roadrunner act Carnivore and then morph into Type O Negative with Steele, Silver, drummer Sal Abruscato, and Kenny Hickey. Type O Negative In this long form discussion, Andy shares with us the history of Type O Negative. From the debut album Slow, Deep, and Hard through 2007's Dead Again, they blazed a trail of dark, sludgy metal that had a sound all its own. Additionally, you'll hear personal song picks from our guest relating to each album in the discography. It's a moody hour-plus of music and talk for you this week. Turn out the lights, kick back with some candy, and enjoy Type O Negative Discussion and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Type O Negative Geeks of the Week: Greg McGlone, James McEllhiney, Greg Troyan, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Skeetzo N’ Krysis, Simon Catt, Joe Lascon, The Bakery Podcast, Aaron Baker, Steve Wright (Podder Than Hell Podcast), Scott Smith, David Glynn, Bill Elam, David Cathey, Greg York, Brent Tibbetts, Mikael Burell, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Shane Hebert, Sean Cullen, Kevin Williams, Rodney Dickson, Jeff Mendenhall, Adam Cox, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back to further prove that Rock is NOT dead with Fresh Blood V6. Particularly, we've got 10 great up and coming bands this week and we’re confident you’re gonna find something you dig. At the present time, classic artists such as AC/DC, KISS, and Judas Priest continue to roll on. In due time, they will be gone. Accordingly, we're shifting focus this week to younger, hungry bands that are giving their all in a challenging musical climate. Fresh Blood V6 In this hour-plus chunk of great music you'll hear from City of Thieves, The Watchers, Kaleo, Salem's Lott, Taco Mouth, The Rocket Dolls, Under the Radar, SkeetZo N' Krysis, Black Paisley, and Starcrawler. Also, you'll notice that two of our song picks were selected by DBG VIPs from Patreon! If you want to become a DBG VIP, simply go to www.patreon.com/decibelgeek and be a $3.00 + patron. Perks include song suggestions, bonus content including the Chris & Aaron Show and much more! We hope you enjoy Fresh Blood V6 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Simon Catt, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Matt Ashcraft, Chris McDowell, Anthony Laitas, Keith Ross, Wayne Cross, Joseph Capone, Greg McGlone, Rob Harris, Greg Troyan, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Decibel Geek TV, Eric Czynszak, Dave Huckridge, Denver DeSeranno, Neil Johnson, Andrew Jacobs, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Kenneth Roy, David Glynn, Sean Culletn, Steve Wright (Podder Than Hell), Matt Porter (The KISS Room), Aaron Baker, Derik Novak, Steven Kersh, Joe Lascon, Bakko (Cobras & Fire), Brent Walter, Trevor McDougall, David Cathey, Bill Elam, Mikael Burell, Stacey Sullivan, Kenneth McDonald, Andy Lafon, Todd Cunningham, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Allen Tate, James West, Alex Thorn, Ian Wadley (RMCP), James Brendon Dunn, Adam Cox, Greg York, Dan Nation, Chuck Noseworthy, Rodney Dickson, Scott Stine, Gino Ames, Stephen Atchison, Eladio, Jay Szczeblewski, Monte Carr, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! City of Thieves The Watchers Kaleo Salem's Lott Taco Mouth The Rocket Dolls Under the Radar SkeetZo N' Krysis Black Paisley Starcrawler Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return this week to bring you our choices for the Top 5 Worst KISS Songs! It's no secret that we love the Hottest Band in the Land. It's also no secret that, for the great number of awesome songs in the KISS Kanon (spelled with a "K" of course), there are some serious Klunkers. Top 5 Worst KISS Songs This week Chris and Aaron are counting down their personal 5 least favorite songs from KISStory. You may think you're only going to be hearing from a specific era in the band's history. Well, think again! Between the guys' lists, you're hearing songs from Dressed to Kill, Destroyer, Music from the Elder, Animalize, Hot in the Shade, Carnival of Souls, Psycho Circus, and Sonic Boom! It's an hour-plus of fun talk of some dire tunes. You Wanted the Best? Too Bad! This week you're getting the worst! We hope you enjoy Top 5 Worst KISS Songs and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Geeks of the Week: Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Scott Smith, Matt Ashcraft, Joseph Capone, Jay Szczeblewski, Dan Nation, Kevin Williams, Joey Haynie (Rock Strikes Ten), Tom Cullen, Decibel Geek TV, Rockin Ron Runyon, Aaron Baker, David Glynn, Greg Troyan, Throne of Malediction, James McEllhiney, Eric Sartana Horner, Gino Ames, Adam Cox, Mike Parnell, Rodney Dickson, Brandt Cattell, Chuck Noseworthy, Wayne Cross, Victor Ruiz, Greg York, Bill Elam, Ernesto Aguilar, David Hudson, JJMac, Jeff Mendenhall, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're bringing the news this week with New Noize v3! There are some big happenings going on in the rock and podcasting world. Notably, the Ear Peeler Podcast Kings Tournament. What started out with a 64 podcast field has come down to only four and Decibel Geek is one of them! The semifinals see us going up against the juggernaut of Rock & Metal Combat Podcast. While these guys are our friends, we want to win this thing and that's where YOU come in! Simply go to https://www.facebook.com/earpeeler/ and click on the Decibel Geek logo to submit your vote! Nothing to fill out, no spam. It's as simple as that and you'll be helping us go to the finals! New Noize v3 In recent rock news, KISS appeared on America's Got Talent and announced their upcoming End of the Road tour. Is this really farewell? Will past members of the band be invited? What do we think? You'll get our take in the episode. In other KISS-related news, Ace Frehley is set to launch his upcoming Spaceman album. Since we got an advance stream of the album, we're giving you a track-by-track review today. Does this album hold up to past work by Ace? We're letting you know! Other rock news discussed this week includes an inebriated Stephen Pearcy on stage as well as peace in the Guns n Roses camp! Also, what are the chances of an Axl/DC album? All of that and a bunch more for your listening pleasure with New Noize v3! We hope you enjoy and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Iron Maiden Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ROCKNPOD donor and friend of the show Aaron Baker joins us this week for Rock n Roll Diaries. This new theme features Aaron showcasing artists and songs that are markers in his journey through life. Additionally, these songs have a therapeutic element in their ability to help him through difficult times. [caption id="attachment_47001" align="alignright" width="350"] Rock n Roll Diaries [/caption] Aaron is bringing an incredible list of songs to share this week. You're getting killer tracks from Van Halen, Eclipse, KISS, Dokken, Ozzy, Tom Petty, Fozzy, Aerosmith, Queensryche, and much more! Also, his stories of a music fan from a younger generation will give you hope that rock is, indeed, very much alive for future generations. Be sure to check out Aaron Baker at his podcast The Bakery. It can be found at https://thebakery.podbean.com/ We hope you enjoy Rock n Roll Diaries with Aaron Baker and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Motley Crue Dokken KISS Tom Petty Fozzy Aerosmith Queensryche Van Halen Eclipse Ozzy Osbourne Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growin’ Up Rock & Podcast Rock City host Sonny Pooni joins us this week for a Jeff Scott Soto discussion. Known for his previous work with Yngwie Malmsteen and current work with W.E.T. and Sons of Apollo, Soto has built an incredible career. Jeff Scott Soto rose to prominence in the early 1980's as the singer for Yngwie Malmsteen. Consequently, Soto has become a rock n roll renaissance man, performing on numerous tribute albums as well as provided backing vocals on tons of hit albums.  Additionally, Jeff Scott Soto has been a contributing part of various bands and solo projects throughout the years. Also, he gained notoriety for his soundtrack performance for Rock Star  as well as a touring stint fronting Journey. Jeff Scott Soto   Ultimately, Sonny is giving us an education this week as we focus on the middle years of Jeff Scott Soto’s career. In this long-form discussion you’ll get cool tracks from Soto’s many projects including Eyes, Talisman, Hollywood Underground, Soul SirkUS, JSS, and Jeff’s solo work. Podchaser Review: vmr907 (Victor Ruiz) reviewed Decibel Geek Podcast 5 Stars Take a cheese head and pair him up with someone that elevates him to stand at the top of the mountain and be more than the mouth of the south. That someone being the catalyst for an earth shaking movement, who isn't contractually obligated to kick ass, but just does. Together they are a force of nature, a natural disaster waiting to envelop your ears with more entertainment than most can handle. Accuse them of anything you want, but the only thing they're guilty of is loving music, and putting out quality shows. You feel me? Heck yeah! Buy Music! Jeff Scott Soto JSS Talisman Sons of Apollo Eyes Gary Schutt Hollywood Underground Soul SirkUS Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us!  Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of episode 333 we’re spinning our Top 5 Pantera Songs! It’s been 18 years since the last Pantera studio release and both Vinnie and Dime are no longer with us. But even so, the music they left behind still reverberates today. With the exception of the lesser-known “Glamtera” years, Pantera burst onto a turbulent music world. Indeed, the early 90's were a time of great transition. Notably, grunge was driving out “hair” metal; causing divisions among the music-buying public. Brothers Vinnie and Darrell Abbott, Rex Brown, and Philip Anselmo lit a fire that burned bright and inspired thousands. Considering the environment, for a metal band from Texas to capture the public’s attention and unite different cliques is remarkable. Additionally, the wild, untamed stories of excess while on tour only helped to build the Pantera legend. Top 5 Pantera Songs   Choosing our Top 5 Pantera Songs was no easy task. Since both of us are huge fans, we could have easily picked five contenders off each album! This week we give your our favorites. They come from such classic sonic platters as Cowboys from Hell, Vulgar Display of Power, Far Beyond Driven, The Great Southern Trendkill, Official Live: 101 Proof, and Reinventing the Steel. Pantera is no stranger to Decibel Geek Podcast. We’ve featured their music several times and even devoted a couple of previous episodes to the Cowboys from Hell. Click the links below for those episodes after you listen to this one! Episode 154 - Pantera Discussion with Chad Lee (Photographer) https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/decibel-geek-podcast-103122/episodes/pantera-discussion-with-chad-l-10449283 Episode 166 - Ride for Dime Nashville Coverage https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/decibel-geek-podcast-103122/episodes/ride-for-dime-ep166-10449255 Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Digital Killed the Radio Star host David Hudson is here to spin killer tunes with Radio Sucks 34! David was one of the many awesome VIP donors to ROCKNPOD and this week we're returning the favor. In this hour-plus chat David digs into some great rock tunes that radio just won't touch. Radio Sucks 34 This episode is full to the brim with killer tracks from some of your favorite artists. You'll get ear candy from Tesla, Poison, Def Leppard, Warrant, Jerry Cantrell, Izzy Stradlin, Enuff Z'nuff and The Cult! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks 34 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back and ready to give you the sordid details with our ROCKNPOD Recap! The stories you’re about to hear are all true. Some names have been changed to protect the guilty-as-hell. ROCKNPOD weekend was a beehive of activity. Things kicked off with Friday’s Preparty concert featuring Frank Dimino & Punky Meadows of Angel, Tora Tora, Greg Mangus All-Stars and Ron Keel. How did the show go? Were there any celebrity sightings? Did anyone throw up? We’re giving you all the details. [caption id="attachment_46483" align="alignright" width="350"] ROCKNPOD Recap [/caption] Saturday was a start-to-finish marathon with the ROCKNPOD Expo taking place through the afternoon. Tons of podcasters, tons of guests, great panel discussions, great vendors, and much more. Did everyone have a table? Did anyone guest get drunk? Did any podcaster NOT get drunk? Did anyone throw up? We’re giving you all the details. Once the ROCKNPOD Expo ended the Afterparty commenced downtown at The Basement. Black Heiron, Neverwake, Jacob Cade, and Denman performed. Was there controversy at this show? Did Dr. Fukk from Thrash or Die perform? Was there Sammy Hagar destruction? Did anyone throw up?All those questions and more will be answered. ROCKNPOD weekend wrapped up at Zanies Comedy Club with performances by Craig Gass, Earl Skakel, and Courtney Cronin-Dold. Was there a podfather in the house? Did the front row include two icons of 80’s rock? Did anyone throw up? We’ll answer those questions as well. Our ROCKNPOD recap will conclude with some behind the scenes discussion including the guests that got away, the ones we couldn’t believe we got, and the one that we were thrilled to walk away from. We’ll also talk about plans for next year! We hope you enjoy ROCKNPOD Recap and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original member of Kid Rock's Twisted Brown Trucker Band Kenny Olson brings some amazing stories this week! Devil Without a Cause was unleashed on the world 20 years ago and it's place in music history is solidified. Kenny Olson In this long-form talk, Kenny Olson gives the backstory of how a diverse group of Detroit musos found each other, blended together a sound like no other, and went out and dominated the world.  The late 90's were a difficult time for guitar driven rock music. The grunge era had come to an end and the mainstream world was preoccupied with pop tarts and boy bands rising up the charts. To have a foul-mouthed white rapper spitting bars over a rhythm section that would make Motown proud and a guitar duo that could simultaneously belt out the blues while ripping your face off sharing space on TRL is one of the most unique success stories we've ever heard. Kenny Olson goes incredibly in depth in this long for talk; sharing stories on the making of the album as well as experiences that came out of its success. You'll also get an update on the amazing things he's been up to since including his new band 7 Day Binge. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - Devil Without a Cause and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to wrap up KISSMAS in July by calling YOU to ask about Your First KISS! We hit up Skype this week to talk to friends, fellow podcasters, musicians, etc to get the stories of their first exposure to KISS. It's a fun trip through the rolodex talking about the Hottest Band in the Land! Additionally, you'll get a cool one-on-one chat that Aaron Camaro had with his father-in-law Jimmy. As a teen, Jimmy was one of the few lucky people in Nashville to see their first live performance in Music City. The venue was Muther's Music Emporium and Jimmy's recollections of that gig in 1974 are really cool to hear! We hope you've enjoyed the 2018 series of KISSmas in July episodes. Hearing about Your First KISS was a nice way to cap off a fun month every year. We hope you enjoy Your First KISS and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nashville-based guitarist Mike Hutchens is with us this week to talk about his gig with Peter Criss in the 80s. Given that there is so little known about Peter's activities during the mid-1980's, this talk is an eye opener. How did Peter and Stan Penridge decide to base out of Nashville in 1984? How did they choose the band members? Why was the band named Alliance? Those questions, and many more, are answered by Mike in this discussion. Peter Criss in the 80s   The 1984-1985 era of Peter Criss' life is a bit of a mystery. Reuniting with songwriting partner Stan "Doc" Penridge, they formed a band dubbed The Desperate Men in Nashville that had a much different sound than what KISS fans were accustomed to. Additionally, the band name changed to Alliance in the process. They would make their live debut at a radio festival in Nashville titled One for the Sun. Also on the bill, RATT and Alcatrazz; but this band sounded much different. After the Music City debut, Alliance would go on to perform just a handful of dates after recording some demos. What caused the band to end so quickly? Mike sheds light on the subject. We want to thank Mike Hutchens for this in-depth discussion of Peter Criss in the 80s. Check out Mike's material in the links below. We hope you enjoyed Peter Criss in the 80s and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Peter Criss Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking off KISSmas in July with our favorite Bob Kulick KISS moments. Bob Kulick has a very interesting place in KISStory. His relationship goes back before the band was even complete. Auditioning ahead of the eventually-chosen Ace Frehley, Bob left an indelible impression on Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley that would pay dividends down the road. Bob Kulick's performances on KISS records are undeniable. His leads on the studio side of ALIVE II, especially on Larger than Life and All American Man, shine through as well as some great playing on Paul Stanley's 1978 KISS solo album. [caption id="attachment_44752" align="alignright" width="350"] Bob Kulick [/caption] Additionally, Bob's writing talent features on the Unmasked album with his contribution to Naked City; a complex track that digs into Beatles influences and pop sensibilities. By 1982 KISS were in a confused state and Bob is brought back to help steer the ship in a rockier direction on Killers. His leads on the compilation album would help the band regain a foothold in credibility as they emerged from a very experimental phase. In addition to us sharing our favorite Bob Kulick KISS moments, we have some cool excerpts of a fun conversation we recently had with the man himself. Between the great songs and great stories, we think you'll agree that KISSmas in July is off to a great start. We hope you enjoy Our Favorite Bob Kulick KISS Moments and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Bob Kulick Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Damon Johnson joins us this week for a discussion of his incredible career. At the present time, Damon has his hands full with Black Star Riders and his upcoming solo album Memoirs of an Uprising. Damon Johnson really brings it in this long-form talk with some great stories from his career and life. From Brother Cane's early days opening for such legends as Van Halen, Aerosmith and Robert Plant among others. Additionally, Damon shares his memories of Brother Cane navigating a shifty musical tide in the 1990's. [caption id="attachment_44329" align="alignright" width="350"] Damon Johnson [/caption] Damon's post-Brother Cane career has taken many twists and turns. Collaborations with Sammy Hagar, Faith Hill, Damn Yankees, Carlos Santana, and Slave to the System (featuring members of Queensryche) show the range of talent in his arsenal. In 2004, Damon Johnson was brought into the Alice Cooper band. In this conversation, he shares his memories of getting the gig, his relationship with Alice, and what he's learned from his time in the band. 2011 saw Damon get to live out another childhood dream as he joined Thin Lizzy. Touring under that banner, he formed a strong chemistry with guitarist Scott Gorham and singer Ricky Warwick. The seeds for Black Star Riders were planted. Ultimately, Black Star Riders would take the Thin Lizzy spirit and breathe life into a well-oiled machine; releasing three solid albums of material. As of 2018, the catalog, including All Hell Breaks Loose, The Killer Instinct, and Heavy Fire, has built a devoted global fan base. Aside from band work with living legends, Damon has a great catalog of solo material. His first album, Dust, was released in 2000. Release would come along in 2010 and Echo in 2016. A live album, Birmingham Tonight, represents 2017 for Damon Johnson. For 2018, Damon has set his sights on another solo album. Memoirs of an Uprising is being funded through Pledge Music. As of this episode release, the project is 87% funded with a deadline two weeks away. Decibel Geek really wants to help push this project over the finish line and we'd like YOUR help. Click the link below to make a pledge. As you'll see, there's a lot of cool options including CDs, Vinyl, and signed items, and tons more. Check it out at https://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/damonjohnson We hope you enjoy Conversation with Damon Johnson and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Damon Johnson Black Star Riders Brother Cane Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Chris out of town, Aaron's flying solo this week with a salute to all the hard working men and women out there with Working Class Heroes - Ep325. This episode is jam packed with great songs that'll make your day on the job more tolerable. You're getting great tracks from Sea Hags, KISS, Tuff, King's X, Todd Rundgren, Steely Dan, Motorhead and the Supersuckers. Additionally, Aaron gives you information on the top 10 most popular jobs in the US and how those relate to possible podcast listening habits. [caption id="attachment_44109" align="alignright" width="350"] Working Class Heroes [/caption] It's a great soundtrack for your day at the grind. We hope you enjoy Working Class Heroes - Ep325 and SHARE with a friend! ROCKNPOD Expo! Buy Tickets Official Facebook Page Official Website Buy Music! Sea Hags KISS Tuff King's X Todd Rundgren Steely Dan Motorhead Supersuckers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to spin some awesome tunes with Radio Sucks Radio Show v33! This episode is packed with great music from artists like Angel, Kik Tracee, Loudness, Jizzy Pearl, Enuff Z'nuff, Saxon, Grand Funk, Stryper, Murderer's Row, and Dream Child! [caption id="attachment_39927" align="alignright" width="350"] Radio Sucks Radio show v33 [/caption] We also respond to the Larry, Moe, and Curly of KISS podcasting and clear up a few things. Plus, a ROCKNPOD Expo update and big concert announcement! We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v33 and SHARE with a friend! ROCKNPOD Info click HERE Buy Music! Angel Kik Tracee Jizzy Pearl Loudness Enuff Z'nuff Saxon Grand Funk Stryper Murderers Row Dream Child Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with a humdinger of an episode that features Ralph Viera (aka Dr. Fukk) picking six songs he thinks you should hear! Ralph is a true renaissance man of rock metal. He hosts multiple live shows on That Metal Station and fronts multiple bands including Thrash or Die. Additionally, Ralph is well known in podcasting circles as the host of the Rock and Metal Combat Podcast. Each week Ralph and co-host Ian Wadley bring great knowledge and humor with an edge. We highly recommend it. [caption id="attachment_39318" align="alignright" width="350"] Ralph Viera [/caption] Equally interesting this week is our discussion at the top of the show of Vinnie Vincent. As we announced a couple months ago, Vinnie was confirmed and announced as a guest for the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. A lot of work went into promoting his appearance and things were about to go into overdrive. However, things started changing over the past week and ultimately, Vinnie's appearance was cancelled. We share with you the story of what went down and our take on it. The Nashville invasion is now an aborted mission. Such a shame. The Nashville Rock n Pod Expo is moving forward and is expected to be a big success. Current/former members of KISS, Korn, Winger, ACCEPT, Joan Jett, Loudness, Bang Tango, Kik Tracee and more will be there. Additionally, producing legends Michael Wagener and Toby Wright are returning. More great guest and event announcements are coming soon. Get all of the info HERE and buy tickets HERE or donate to helping fund the expo HERE. All $10+ gofundme donors get access to exclusive audio from expo-related podcasts. We hope you enjoy Six Songs Ralph Viera Thinks You Should Hear and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Warrior Stranger Obsession Donnie Iris Blackthorne Sin Slaughter Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nashville Rock n Pod Expo donor Kevin Williams joins us this week for a talk about Japanese Metal! In this extended episode, Kevin has the knowledge and the tunes you need. Visual Kei, extreme image coupled with music, is a dominant force in Japan. Kevin gives you the backstory of what leads up to the Visual Kei movement in Japan and spins a number of great metal tunes. [caption id="attachment_39144" align="alignright" width="350"] Japanese Metal [/caption] Japanese metal and its history is incredibly interesting. Uniquely, western bands like Black Sabbath and KISS had a definite impact on the culture. With this in mind, Kevin is connecting the dots on how that early influence lead to Visual Kei. As a result, you're getting some fantstic music from artists such as X-Japan, Exist-Trace, Vamps, MUCC, Big Bites, Quaff, Dir En Grey, Aldious, and Maximum the Hormone. We hope you enjoy Japanese Metal - Ep322 and SHARE with a friend! Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Vinnie Vincent Presale General Admission & Guitar Raffle GoFundMe Page Buy Music! CDJapan Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to share our favorite songs by Sunset Strip legends WASP! In 1982 Blackie Lawless builds WASP was built to shock. Their over-the-top image garnered a ton of attention in an already-growing LA music scene. From Lawless' buzzsaw codpiece to models being tied to a torture rack to throwing raw meat into the audience, WASP takes the blueprint set by Alice Cooper and KISS and elevates it to raunchy new heights. Amid all of the theatricality, though, lay some of the best hard rock music of the decade and beyond. WASP   While Blackie Lawless remains the constant in WASP's career, the band has featured a number of fantastic musicians and incarnations over the years. The early days of the band included bassists Rik Fox and Don Costa and, later, Johnny Rod. Notably, some amazing guitarists have graced albums by WASP including Chris "Mean Man" Holmes, Randy Piper, Darrell Roberts, and Bob Kulick. Additionally, a who's who of rock drumming history have passed through the WASP ranks including Tony Richards, Frankie Banali, Stet Howland, Steve Riley, Mike Dupke, and Randy Black. The band currently surrounding Lawless features Doug Blair, Mike Duda, and Aquiles Priester. As mentioned in the show, we're showcasing our personal Top 5 WASP Songs. You're getting great tracks from virtually all eras of their more than thirty year career. In conclusion, it's a deep dive into one of the landmark metal bands of the 1980s and beyond. We hope you enjoy Top 5 WASP Songs and SHARE with a friend! Also don't miss your chance to enter for a chance to win the KISSTORY GUITAR RAFFLE! Signatures collected at the recent Indianapolis KISS Expo include Ace Frehley, Eric Singer, Bruce Kulick, Bob Kulick, Lydia Criss, Robert Fleischman, Bobby Rock, Mark Slaughter, Tod Howarth, John Regan, Anton Fig, Michael James Jackson, Craig Gass, Christopher Williams and many more! Go to www.rocknpod.eventbrite.com and select KISSTORY GUITAR in the TICKETS section! Once 300 spots are taken, the raffle will close and a winner will be announced! Guitar will be shipped FREE inside the USA to the winner! Buy Music! WASP Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back this week to give you our take on current rock news with New Noize V2. There are some interesting stories coming from the world of rock and we're going to cover some of our favorites. Gibson Broke? Gibson Guitar filed for bankruptcy recently. There are a lot of armchair critics. We're no exception. Listen this week to hear our thoughts on the decision making process of a legendary luthier. [caption id="attachment_38552" align="alignright" width="350"] New Noize V2 [/caption] Perry, Tyler, and...Spongebob?? Steven Tyler and Joe Perry are nominated for a Tony Award. That's not the weird part. It's in connection to a Spongebob Squarepants musical. Hear our take on this story as well as a discussion on how Spongebob may be the most metal cartoon ever. Starchild Going Solo Again? Paul Stanley recently spoke out about the possibility of another solo album as well as his thoughts on doing new music for KISS. Our thoughts on this may surprise you. Consistent Overkill? The mean, green killing machine from New Jersey, Overkill, are back at work on another album. In this episode we discuss the amazingly consistent track record of this band; always delivering top flight metal. The followup to The Grinding Wheel is sure to please fans. All Spectacle and No Substance? KISS manager Doc McGhee recently ruffled some feathers in the KISS Army with his take that, basically, the band could continue forever due to the fact that they are closer to superheroes than credible bands. His quote seemed to downplay the importance of KISS' musical legacy. Needless to say, we have a few things to say about this. Head to the Movies? Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch is headed to the big screen. His new documentary, 'Loud Krazy Love,' will be screened in Dallas and Nashville in May before a wide release in the fall. Part of the promotion for the movie will include Brian making an appearance at the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo on Saturday August 25, 2018 at the Nashville Palace. He will appear on stage for a panel about the movie and his career as well as an autograph and photo session for fans and recording with various podcasters that will be on-site at the event. More info on the movie can be found HERE and info on the expo and how to gain admission available HERE. Heavy Metal Mickey Mouse? In one of the stranger stories from the rock world this week, A new instrumental album of hard-rock covers of classic Disney songs, Disney Super Guitar, has been announced, and it features a jaw-dropping team of world-class guitarists. Zakk Wylde, Paul Gilbert, Orianthi, Phil X, Richie Kotzen, Tak Matsumoto, George Lynch, Mike Orlando, Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal and Jeff Watson all contribute to the album. Each track on Disney Super Guitar features a backing band comprised of guitarist John Bruno, drummer B.J. Zampa, bassist Chris Vescera and keyboardist Michael Vescera, who co-produced the record with the album’s mastermind, producer Death-Rider. Michael Vescera will also be appearing at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. More info HERE. The BIG Announcement! As we've hyped for the past couple weeks, we have a BIG announcement to make this week. We certainly don't want to spoil the surprise so PLEASE listen first. But, after you listen click HERE for more details on this BIG announcement! We hope you enjoy New Noize V2 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran drummer Brent Fitz joins us this week for an entertaining talk about his life and career. Born in Winnipeg, Brent  took to music early. After learning drums to a steady soundtrack of bands like RUSH, Fitz was playing the club circuit at age 15. Ultimately, a gig with Canadian band Streetheart gives Brent the confidence to make the leap to Los Angeles in 1996. Brent Fitz   In the 20+ years since arriving in America, Brent Fitz has carved out quite a career. Initially cranking out great tunes with the criminally underrated Union, Brent would join up with LA stalwarts Bulletboys and Vince Neil for road work. Furthermore, this  experience would help prepare Brent for his next challenge, filling the drum chair of Eric Singer in Alice Cooper's band. This long-form interview has lots of great stories from these gigs. Brent's openness and honesty paints a clear picture of what a working musician goes through during a very turbulent time for rock music. As can be seen within KISS fan circles, Brent is at ground zero for two very cool offshoot projects from members of the band. In 2017, he and fellow Slash band mate joined Bruce and Bob Kulick for a performance on The KISS Kruise. The deep cut-laden set was the talk of the Kruise. His position in the Gene Simmons Band has also been a childhood dream come true. Additionally, it was recently announced that Ace Frehley would be using Gene's band as his backing band on an upcoming tour of Australia. As a result of his childhood KISS fandom, it's entertaining to hear Brent's stories about all of these projects. This episode features tons of great stories as well as updates on Gene Simmons, the Kulick Brothers, and Slash. It also underscores the importance in rock history of Streetheart (trust us, it's pretty interesting). The Decibel Geek podcast wants to thank Brent Fitz for such an engaging, entertaining conversation. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Brent Fitz and SHARE with a friend! Support the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Donate/Buy Tickets HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an interview seven years in the making, Vinnie Vincent joins us this week.  Undoubtedly one of the most intense rock records ever made, Vinnie Vincent Invasion was a natural topic choice. Our Albums Unleashed criteria is simple; discuss the making of an album we love with a key player in its creation. The debut album by Vinnie Vincent Invasion is an over-the-top, face-melting masterpiece. [caption id="attachment_38337" align="alignright" width="350"] Vinnie Vincent [/caption] Vinnie is incredibly candid in this long-form discussion. After thirty-plus years of others sharing their story on this album, it's namesake goes on on the record to share his memories. Moreover, Vinnie discusses the back story of how Invasion went from being an album title into becoming a band. Additionally, you'll hear him share revelations never heard about the studio environment for this album. Notably, the intense, meticulous nature of how this album was pieced together is an interesting story unto itself. As can be seen, 2018 is shaping up to be the comeback year of Vinnie Vincent. Since his return at the Atlanta KISS Expo in January, Vinnie has been ever-present online and in public. He's made appearances at Orlando's Spooky Empire convention as well as Gene Simmons' recent Vault Experience stop in Nashville. He's got upcoming appearances at the Chiller Theatre expo as well as Days of the Dead and a special appearance at The Gathering 3 ahead of the KISS Kruise. Vinnie recently launched his official website. You can keep track of his personal appearances and buy autographed merchandise at the online store. He's also very interactive with fans on his official Facebook fan page. The Decibel Geek Podcast truly thanks Vinnie Vincent for appearing on the show. Additional thanks to Randy Dietrich for his help setting up this interview. Also Check Out: Vinnie Vincent Reaction (Atlanta KISS Expo Recap) - Ep309 Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos - Ep308 Buy Music! Vinnie Vincent Invasion Support the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Donate/Buy Tickets HERE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guitarist Mick Sweda and engineer Toby Wright join the guys this week to reflect on 1988's Bulletboys album. Produced by the Ted Templeman for Warner Bros Records, the album reached #34 on the Billboard 200 chart. Correspondingly, the band received heavy rotation from MTV. The videos for 'Smooth Up in Ya' and 'For the Love of Money' were ever-present at the time. Bulletboys   Mick shares the story of how he, bassist Lonnie Vencent and vocalist Marq Torien exited King Kobra. With the addition of drummer Jimmy D'Anda, the band started turning heads quickly in Hollywood, including that of Templeman. Between the chops of the members and an essential image, Bulletboys were armed with plenty of ammunition. Working as an engineer in 1988, Toby shares his memories from the production side of things including an instance of him showing Mick and the guys reels from the recently-completed 'And Justice for All' album by Metallica. The production of Bulletboys took place at One on One Studios in Hollywood, CA. In this episode, Mick and Toby discuss some differences of opinion on certain aspects of recording and the lessons learned from that process. Additionally, the guys give their thoughts on working with producer Ted Templeman. Next, we move on to get Mick's memories on the songwriting process with a track-by-track discussion. Bulletboys features ten very strong tracks. In contrast to other bands of the era, there isn't a single ballad on the album. Nonetheless, the album thrives in spite of the expected with songs full of attitude and swagger. Bulletboys 1988   Although lead singer Marq Torien has made certain claims about the songwriting on this album, Mick takes time to share his side of the story. In light of Mick's stories today, it makes for an interesting picture of the making of this album. Ultimately, the past came back around to the present. Mick reformed with Jimmy D'Anda and Lonnie Vencent to form Lies Deceit & Treachery; a new band with a classic sound. Check out more on them HERE. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - Bulletboys and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber!  Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP and Nashville Rock n Pod Expo donor Scott Smith joins us to celebrate Women's History Month with Queens of Noize 3! While the rock genre is considered a man's world by many, our guest is here to help dispel that myth. With this in mind, you are getting a unique audio experience this week. As proven by previous legends such as the Runaways, Lita Ford, Joan Jett, and others, the now and future of women in rock is promising. Queens of Noize 3 In contrast to the past, currently there are a ton of female-led bands in the rock and metal genres. In this hour-plus episode, Scott is sharing just a fraction of the great rock that he's discovered from female-fronted bands. You're getting great rock from The Amorettes, Damone, Thundermother, Fireflight, Tequila Mockingbyrd, The Agony, Skarlett Riot, The Nearly Deads, Fit for Rivals, and Diemonds. It's a solid slab of great rock as well as discussion. Support the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo 2!!! We hope you enjoy Queens of Noize 3 and SHARE with a friend! Queens of Noize 1 Queens of Noize 2 Buy Music! The Amorettes Damone Thundermother Tequila Mockingbyrd The Agony Skarlett Riot The Nearly Deads Fit for Rivals Diemonds Fireflight Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All the rock news that's fit to spit this week is covered with New Noize! 2018 is off to a roaring start with tons of stories coming from the rock world as well as some incredible releases. We're happy to dish it up and serve you our opinions. Judas Priest is possibly the top story in the rock/metal community right now. Sadly, Glenn Tipton recently announced a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease; forcing him to sit out the Firepower tour. In light of this news, producer Andy Sneap is filling his shoes. What are our thoughts on the Firepower album? Chris is giving you his review. Additionally, we discuss the incredible set list for the opening night of the tour. [caption id="attachment_37581" align="alignright" width="350"] New Noize [/caption] Kid Rock soon enters the WWE Hall of Fame. What does Kid Rock have to do with wrestling? We'll let you know. Donnie Vie recently announced a Pledge Music campaign to fund his new album. We share our thoughts on this endeavor. At the same time, Denman announced their first full-length recording with producer Michael Wagener is complete. We share our hopes for this great young band in this New Noize episode. Slash has a stalker, Iron Maiden has a lawsuit, and Lynch Mob has a new singer. Moreover, Motley Crue has a movie (sorta). In this New Noize episode, we are giving your our thoughts on it all. Also joining us this week is Nick Tieder; the General Manager of North American operations for Frontiers Records. In this New Noize segment, Nick gives us a little back story on himself and Frontiers Records. Coupled with his fandom and experience in different aspects of the label, Nick is the right guy for the job as you'll hear. We go over some recent and upcoming Frontiers releases such as Stryper, Jizzy Pearl, LA Guns, and more. Additionally, we talk about some of the new breed of rock coming out of Frontiers such as Shiraz Lane, Animal Drive, Perfect Plan, and Doomsday Outlaw. Equally interesting are some wish-list bands that Frontiers hopes to secure deals with including Vinnie Vincent. We hope you enjoy New Noize Ep315 and SHARE with a friend! FRONTIERS RECORDS Buy Music! Judas Priest Stryper Perfect Plan Vega Shiraz Lane Jizzy Pearl Doomsday Outlaw Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download         Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Things get explosive this week when Rock Superpowers unite with Marvelous Team-Ups! We've got collaborations that will leap bad radio in a single bound. This audio spread includes fantastic unions of Motorhead with CC Deville, as well as Dee Snider with Zakk Wylde. Marvelous Team-Ups   You also get a Hollywood team-up of Lizzy Borden and Betsy Bitch.  Additionally, you get team ups of Axl Rose and Alice Cooper, Volbeat and Danko Jones, and Paul Stanley with Ace Frehley. All that and two legendary metal voices combine to blow your mind. We hope you enjoy Marvelous Team-Ups and SHARE with a friend! Help the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo 2! Buy Music! Dee Snyder/Zakk Wylde Ian Gillan/Uli Jon Roth/Ronnie James Dio Lizzy Borden/Betsy Bitch Motorhead/CC DeVille Axl Rose/AliceCooper/Shannon Hoon Volbeat/Danko Jones Gary Moore/Phil Lynott Rob Halford/Bruce Dickinson Ace Frehley/Paul Stanley Michael Monroe/Axl Rose Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we share our Top 5 Enuff Z'nuff Songs. Born in Chicago, Enuff Z'nuff are one of Rock's most criminally underrated acts. Between hooky tunes, an over the top image, and incredible songwriting, the band has racked up an impressive body of work. [caption id="attachment_36904" align="alignright" width="350"] Enuff Z'nuff [/caption] Starting with 1989's self-titled debut through 2016's Clowns Lounge, Enuff Z'nuff have released 13 studio albums. They have survived numerous challenges including shifting music trends, addictions, and even death. In this long-form music and discussion episode, we share our thoughts on the band's career, it's members, and our favorite songs. Additionally, we share an in-person chat we had with Chip Z'nuff after a recent set in Nashville. We hope you enjoy our Top 5 Enuff Z'nuff Songs and SHARE with a friend. Hear our 2017 interview with Donnie Vie HERE Buy Music! Enuff Znuff Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with more killer rock tracks and talk with Radio Sucks Radio Show v32! If you are new to the podcast, this particular format is easy to explain. Radio sucks and has for a long time. The limited amount of artists coupled with the limited amount of songs by those artists makes radio a frustrating experience. Additionally, the ignorance of new material by classic artists makes no sense at all. Do we really need to hear Rock n Roll All Nite again? [caption id="attachment_36307" align="alignright" width="270"] Radio Sucks Radio Show v32 [/caption] This week's Radio Sucks Radio Show v32 has you covered on great songs old and new. We've got classic tracks by The Doors, Ace Frehley, and W.A.S.P. Additionally, you'll get fresh tracks from Circus of Power, John Corabi, Animal Drive, and Honeymoon Disease. We finish things up strong with KISS talk and an update on Vinnie Vincent. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v32 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! The Doors Ace Frehley WASP Circus of Power LIT John Corabi Animal Drive Honeymoon Disease Vinnie Vincent Ramones Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vixen keyboardist and friend of the show Tyson Leslie returns for More Rare Hare. Now in it's sixth installment, the Rare Hare series of concerts have become a favorite of Nashville concert-goers. Incredible players from across the board perform deep cuts and favorites from the heady days of the 80's. Moreover, the playing is coming from members of some of your favorite bands. [caption id="attachment_36186" align="alignright" width="350"] More Rare Hare [/caption] In this long form talk, Tyson gives us the details on the upcoming concert that features Enuff Z'nuff kicking off the night with a set of tunes. Additionally, he tells us about his new gig with Vixen. Coupled with his experiences with The Big Rock Show, Tyson's tenure in Vixen has put him into some surreal scenarios. In fact, his multiple "pinch me" moments make for some entertaining discussion. Moreover, Tyson has some great stories of his piano bar job and some strange song requests. Finally, we finish off with a playout track by Vixen of Tyson's choice. We hope you enjoy More Rare Hare with Tyson Leslie and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Enuff Znuff Vixen iTunes Review: Funny, honest, from the heart 🤘 by tom b. NJ on Jan 26, 2018 Rating: ★★★★★ These guys are part of my weekly routine. They connect with their listeners and....they care. It’s a mutual love of hard rock and metal. Subscribe. Today. Keep it going guys!! Facebook Review: Robert Sedler reviewed Decibel Geek Podcast — 5 star February 1 at 4:59pm · I started listening to podcasts in early 2017 and immediately went looking for a decent rock/metal show. I found a few that were forgettable, and a few that were downright awful. I stumbled upon Decibel Geek and noticed that they had an entire episode dedicated to the mighty Y&T. I said to myself, “OK, this is worth checking out”. I love being right, and boy was I ever right. These guys freakin’ GET IT. They cover a wide spectrum of everything that rocks, and have a good knowledge of some obscure bands that never get enough love. They live what they love, and you can tell that their love for the genre is as real as it gets. Keep it up guys. You've got a great show, and you’ve got a listener for life. \m/ Geeks of the Week: Joey Vanchieri, Mary Ann Cowley, Growin’ Up Rock podcast, Dave Alderson, Amber Bits, Kisstory Science Theatre, Rich Canamar, Brandt Cattell, Rockin Ron Runyon, Greg York, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Tom Cullen, Matt Ashcraft,  Stacey Sullivan, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Jay Szczeblewski, Bakko, Cobras & Fire, Paul Korn, Matt Porter (The KISS Room), Sean Cullen, Scott Smith, Wayne Cross, Eric Nesbitt, Joseph Capone, Kenneth Roy, Cool World, James Brendon Dunn, Greg Troyan, Andy Lafon, Warren Money, Joe Lascon, Mikael Burell, Eric Sartana Horner, Aaron Baker, Story Time with Aaron Baker, Andrew Jacobs, Otto Erlend Gregersen, David Glynn, Brad Kalmanson, Adam Cox, Trevor McDougall, Joe Lascon, David Glynn, Sonny Pooni, I’m in Love with Satchel from Steel Panther, Knighthawk, Save Rock n Metal, Nick Rose, TJ Cullen, Joe Becht, FMPB Podcast, Christopher Stokes, Digital Killed, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an ongoing quest to make you question your sanity, we're back this week with Bizarro Covers. The concept is simple; hard rock and metal bands covering songs that are anything but. After doing 7 previous volumes of this theme, we had our work cut out for us. We think you'll enjoy the results. Who doesn't want to hear heavier versions of Miley Cyrus, Daft Punk, Roxette, Neil Young, and many more? [caption id="attachment_35947" align="alignright" width="350"] Bizarro Covers [/caption] Additionally, we also clear up any confusion over comments made about a certain podcast with a monetary name. It's the last time we do. We wouldn't want it to look like we're trying to get attention or anything. We hope you enjoy Bizarro Covers! Support the artists by purchasing  from the Amazon links in the show notes and SHARE this episode with a friend! Buy Music! Julliet August Burns Red Gary Hoey Halestorm Candlelight Red Leo Moracchioli Brighton Rock Type O Negative Lemmy UFO Geeks of the Week: Mike Grabowski, Greg Troyan, Rich Canamar, HRR, Ian Wadley, Chance Foster, Shane Paisley, Brent Tibbetts, Ralp Viera, Toby Bakken, Scott Stine, Mike Tyler, Greg York, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey), Sean Cullen, Mike Stewart, Kevin Williams, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Darran Lanoue, Mikael Burell, Bakko, Cobras & Fire Rock Podcast, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Joseph Capone, Anthony Britt, Pier Lorenzo, Dave Kostka, The Classic Metal Show, Chris Fretwell, Matt Frehley, Eric Sartana Horner, David Glynn, Shea Hargett, Neil Bees, Nate Atchison, Adam Cox, Stacey Sullivan, Craig Broaderick, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Andrew Jacobs, Todd Cunningham, Wayne Cross, Justin Boyd, Jimmy Johnson, Kenneth Roy, Aaron Baker, Story Time with Aaron Baker, Derek Leyba, Joe Lascon, Hardygirl73, Ana Maria, Viking Girl, FMPB Podcast, playball66, JJ Mac, Jay Szczeblewski, Alex Thorn, Knighthawk, Ernesto Aguilar, Joe Becht, Brent Whittamore, Bojack Milkshake Rooster, Jeff Mendenhall, Graham Spark, Tom Smoke, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to share our reaction to last weekend's return of Vinnie Vincent! The Atlanta KISS Expo brought back the elusive Ankh Warrior, Vinnie Vincent to the delight of KISS fans everywhere. We had an eventful weekend and you'll hear about it all this week. Additionally, you'll hear our take on the return of Vinnie as well as our hopes for the future. [caption id="attachment_35721" align="alignright" width="350"] Vinnie Vincent Reaction [/caption]   We went into the weekend with a lot of questions. How would he act towards us? Does he know of the show? Would he agree to be interviewed? Answers to those questions and more are included as well as our thoughts in general on the reception to this KISStoric occassion! We hope you enjoy Vinnie Vincent Reaction - Ep309 and SHARE with a friend! Special shout out to promoter Derek Christopher for doing the impossible in bringing Vinnie back to the fans. Additional shout out to Christina Greene and the fine folks at the Vinnie Vincent...Full Shredd!!! Facebook page for their longtime devotion. iTunes Review: The Kings of Hard Rock & Metal Podcasts by Ashcrafty on Jan 15, 2018 Rating: ★★★★★ I've been listening to podcasts since 2005 & tried to find rock podcasts. There were a handful out there but they weren't quite what I was looking for. Finally I found Decibel Geek & they checked all the boxes on my list! Chris & Aaron have great chemistry & passion for music. The show has everything you want the music you love, the hidden gems you missed back in the day, & the amazing new music that's needs to be played for the world. They do great interviews with players big & small in the industry. Even if it's just the two bantering, it's always entertaining.If creating a great podcast isn't enough. They've started a movement of fellow podcasts & an exhaustively rewarding website full of all the content you need. Decibel Geek is the hub for all the music content you need. Thanks to Decibel Geek I'm listening to more music than ever. Thanks for all the hard work, guys. Facebook Review: Ross J Feickert reviewed Decibel Geek Podcast — 5 star January 21 at 6:31pm · Chris and Aaron put on one of the best rock & roll podcasts this side of the TCP/IP stack. I defy you to find a better couple of lads. Their interviews are the stuff of legend and you can always count on them to bring a little levity to your day. In short, the Decibel Geek Podcast makes my pants tight, even if they failed to mention my Liquid Ass purchase via the Amazon link. Geeks of the Week: Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey), Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat), Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Adam Cox, Digital Killed the Radio Star podcast, Andrew Jacobs, Aaron Baker (Story Time with Aaron Baker), Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Todd Cunningham, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Neil Johnson, Drunken Lullabies, Dennis Talbott, Ages of Rock Podcast, Shane Hebert, The Synaptic Empire, Kenneth Roy, Scott Stine, Joe Lascon, Mike Grabowski, Joseph Capone, KISS Army Omaha, Alexis Komodikis, Derek Leyba, Wayne Cross, Mike Stewart, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Eric Sartana Horner, Mikael Burell, Jacob Eriksson, Greg McGlone, Craig Broderick, Samuel Wetz, Save RockNMetal, Satan, Sonny Pooni, Tom Brennan, Ruben Garcia, JJ Mac, Darreyl Alber, Ernesto Aguilar, Christopher Stokes, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Vinnie Vincent Invasion Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Countdown to Vindication is on as we share our Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos! Additionally, we're sharing our thoughts on the Atlanta KISS Expo which is just days away. It's been over twenty years since Vinnie has appeared in public and this week he's doing it in a big way. The now-sold out Atlanta KISS Expo is sure to be a real experience for KISS and Vinnie fans. What has he been up to? What are his plans for the future? Moreover, did he save his former employers? Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos   Between KISS and solo work, Vinnie Vincent has laid down some incredible guitar solos. This week we've each picked our top five. In this episode, you'll get some shredderific moments from Creatures of the Night, Lick it Up, as well as both Vinnie Vincent Invasion albums. Get your air guitar out and join us. Leading off the show, we're announcing the venue and date of Nashville Rock n Pod Expo 2! We had so much fun last year we had to do it again. We hope you'll join us and help spread the word. Chris and Aaron will be at the Atlanta KISS Expo this weekend, Saturday January 20th, 2018. Be sure to stop by the Decibel Geek / Podcast Rock City table to pick up some free swag and talk rock with the guys. Also, be sure to leave YOUR Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos choices on the Facebook fan page post for this episode as well as what YOU hope Vinnie will do going forward. Cheers and long live the Ankh Warrior! Buy Music! KISS Vinnie Vincent Invasion iTunes Review: Great listen by Rocr2 on Jan 10, 2018 Rating: ★★★★★ This pod cast gets a five star just for turning me onto Orchid! Can’t even begin to imagine the prep time these guys put into a show bringing a great wealth of knowledge ,humor and entertaining . It’s also refreshing to hear a music related podcast where the host does not talk about himself for half of it. Amazing variety of bands , songs , sounds , interesting bio , little known facts and even some useless information packed into each show. Their passion shows through on every episode!!!!! If your not a subscriber you are missing out. Facebook Review: Joe Bernstein reviewed Decibel Geek Podcast — 5 star January 12 at 2:16pm · I just discovered Decibel Geek podcasts. As a child of the '70's and '80's, this is right up my alley. I drive truck for a living, and prefer to listen to things to keep my brain engaged, and this certainly fits the bill. Your passion and knowledge for the music we all love makes the podcasts enjoyable. But the interaction amongst yourselves, with the sense of humor, respect (for each other and the guests) as well as love for the deep cuts and out-of-the-ordinary, make this podcast a necessity. Thank you. Geeks of the Week: Joe Royland, Eric Nesbitt, Matt Ashcraft, Dave Kostka, Neil Johnson, Mike Graboski, Brent Tibbetts, Mikael Burell, Sean Cullen, Rockin Ron Runyon, Aaron Baker, Rob Webb, Kenneth Roy, Free Form Rock Podcast, Dan Chaput, Sit and Spin with Joe, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Marc Alden Taylor, Jay Szczeblewski, Oner Xynan, Samuel Wetz, Andrew Jacobs, DugtheDevil, musi729zawa, Sonny Pooni, JJ Mac, Graham Spark, SaveRocNMetal, David Hudson, Digital Killed the Radio Star, Ernesto Aguilar, Christopher Stokes, Scott Dunmyer Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you think Rock is dead, then we have three hours of audio that prove you wrong. The Best of 2017 features twenty songs from the best Rock and Metal albums released over the past year.  We've selected our top 10 albums and are going to spin tracks from each in a 3-hour marathon episode. Additionally, you'll get discussion on some the events that made 2017 a banner year for Decibel Geek. [caption id="attachment_35287" align="alignright" width="350"] Best of 2017 [/caption] Several veteran acts released strong material in 2017. Alice Cooper proved he still has the macabre touch with the release of Paranormal; an album that features a wide variety of sounds and special guests. Did it make our lists? You'll have to listen to find out. Moreover, other seasoned artists including Living Colour, Mark Slaughter, LA Guns, Warrant, Overkill, Jack Russell, and Vain released new material. We discuss all of these albums and where they rank on our lists. One new trend in the hard rock world these days are supergroup projects and 2017 had a number of them. Of note, releases from Revolution Saints, Sons of Apollo, Black Country Communion, and Tokyo Motor Fist came out. Also new for 2017 were offerings from Night Demon, Every Mother's Nightmare, Klassik 78, GWAR, Bigfoot, The Darkness, and Danko Jones. With this in mind, we have a lot to get to. We hope you enjoy Best of 2017 and SHARE with a friend! BUY MUSIC! Click HERE to use our Amazon link to buy all of this great music! Support the artists! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to tackle July through December for our 1996 Year in Review Pt2. July sees Layne Staley taking the stage for the last time. The Alice in Chains vocalist would overdose after a show in Kansas City, MO and never perform live again. Also in July, the Spice Girls hit big while scientists clone the first sheep. We're not saying there's a connection. We also aren't saying there isn't one. We discuss these stories and spin tunes from Jack Russell and Sublime. The month of August in this 1996 Year in Review Pt2 is a busy one. Oasis is hitting their peak on the strength of 1995's 'What's the Story Morning Glory' album. The band is selling out shows all over the world while getting massive press for shooting off their mouths. Conversely, Ramones were wrapping up a three decade career filled with great songs as well as disappointment.  We take on these subjects as well as play cuts from Type O Negative and Michael Schenker Group. 1996 Year in Review Pt2   September of 1996 contains a bunch of great music. In this 1996 Year in Review Pt2 episode we spin fresh tracks from Thunder, Rush, Neurotic Outsiders, and Tool. Moreover, October sees the trend of solid rock music continue with releases by Marilyn Manson, Motorhead, Dio, and a greatest hits album by Van Halen. Speaking of Van Halen, the band shocked the world at the MTV Video Music Awards as the band reunited on stage with original singer David Lee Roth to present an award. The reunion was over before it began, however, and the whole thing fizzled quickly due to infighting. We discuss the Van Halen reunion that wasn't in this episode. The month of October 1996 included a big announcement by guitar hero Slash as he announced his departure from Guns N Roses. This announcement cemented most music fans opinion that the band was finished. Additionally, October included new music from Ugly Kid Joe, Corrosion of Conformity and a strange new release from LA Guns. We share some tracks from these bands and discuss some of the reasons behind Slash's big decision. November and December of 1996 included newsworthy items such as Bill Clinton defeating Bob Dole in the US election and the launch of the Mars Global Surveyor. New music from Gotthard, Poison, and Nerf Herder is unleashed on the world. We take a look at these stories this week. So many subjects, so many songs, and so much more including Top Movies of 1996 and classic commercials! We hope you enjoy 1996 Year in Review Pt2 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Scott Smith, Eric Sartana Horner, Dave Kostka, Kevin Williams, Neil Johnson, Allen Tate, Derik Novak, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Brennan Barrier, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Mikael Burell, Wayne Cross, Joseph Capone, Sean Cullen, Greg McGlone, Darren Parkin, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Aaron Baker, Kenneth Roy, Free Form Rock Podcast, Growin Up Rock Podcast, Marc Alden Taylor, Samuel Wetz, Jay Szczeblewski, Andrew Jacobs, Cole Thornton, David Myerez, Chris Larson, SaveRockNMetal, PCarrillo, Christopher Stokes, David Glynn, 86, Ernesto Aguilar, Daniel Lee, Sonny Pooni, Digital Killed the Radio Star podcast, Billy Hardcore, MDG Rock Photography, Dirk Sokolowski, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we look at 1996, a year that celebrated the past while looking to the future. In part 1, we dig into the first half of 1996; and it was a busy six months. January includes stories on the evils of Alternative Rock and near fatal incidents involving some big name celebrities. Additionally, it included new releases from ACCEPT and Mr. Big. We head into February of 1996 by discussing some fantastic rock releases. It was a month that included fresh material from Bad Religion and Enuff Z'nuff. It also featured new releases by veteran artists like Deep Purple as well as Bruce Dickinson.  February 28th was a monumental day for KISS fans as the original band appeared in full regalia at the Grammy Awards. This week we give you our reactions to this event as well as our take on the mania that was the KISS Reunion Tour. [caption id="attachment_34556" align="alignright" width="300"] 1996 Year in Review Part 1 [/caption] The month of March, 1996 was a busy on in the rock and metal world. Judas Priest returned with a new lead singer, KISS released MTV Unplugged, and Stone Temple Pilots solidified their standing with Tiny Music. Additionally, the Beatles returned to the top of the heap with their Anthology album release. The big story of April 1996 is certainly the Unabomber arrest. Ted Kaczynski was found holed up in a Montana cabin after years of harm. Also, Local H releases their As Good As Dead album on April 16th. We're not drawing any parallels (or are we?). May of 1996 was chock full of great music releases. New material by hard rock stalwarts Scorpions and Great White was premiered. Soundgarden wrapped up their golden age with Down on the Upside. Additionally, new music from King's X and a fantastic one-and-done album by Imperial Drag. We close out this week's episode discussing June of 1996. News stories covered include the Communications Decency Act of 1996 and the kickoff to KISS' reunion tour at Detroit's Tiger Stadium. Music covered in June includes Zakk Wylde's first solo effort, Book of Shadows, and the aforementioned KISS with their You Wanted the Best release. We had a blast looking back at the first half of 1996. Included in this episode are discussions of sports stories of the year as well as popular television shows. All that and, of course, plenty of classic commercials. If you enjoyed this Year in Review episode be sure to check out our Year in Review archive! We hope you ENJOY 1996 Year in Review Part 1 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stryper bassist Perry Richardson returns to Decibel Geek this week to discuss his new gig and spin some great songs. In this episode, you'll hear details on the circumstances that led to Perry landing the gig as well as future plans for the band. Additionally, Perry spins Six Songs that have a personal meaning to him. The stories that go along with his choices are, as expected, entertaining. Perry Richardson In this Six Songs episode, Perry Richardson spins tracks by artists such as Judas Priest, Angel, Crimson Glory, and more! Be sure to catch Perry Richardson out on the road with Stryper in 2018! We hope you enjoy Six Songs Perry Richardson Thinks You Should Hear - Ep304 and SHARE with a friend! Facebook Review: 5 Stars - from Mark Adams The Decibel Geek Podcast is a must listen every week for me. I became a faithful listener about a year ago for several reasons. 1) The Music: I always get to listen to great music. The variety of tunes featured is top notch. Into some of the bands more than others, but the exposure to music I haven't heard before is always appreciated. 2) The Guests: Chris and Aaron have what it takes to make an interview worth listening to. The stars and guest that are on are always entertaining. The insight and humor is always appreciated. I learn something I didn't know almost every time. 3) The Variety: I love themed shows, Toddzilla, KISSmas in July, The featured shows (RUSH, AC/DC) and especially the Radio Sucks episodes. A huge shout out to the Y&T episode you had. They have always been a top 3 band for me and it was great for them to get the exposure they deserve. Thats about it. I will continue to make this podcast a weekly must listen. Great Job guys!! Geeks of the Week: Brennan Barrier, Derik Novak, Kevin Williams, Cobras & Fire, Brent Walter, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Matt Ashcraft, Greg McGlone, Sit and Spin with Joe, Samuel Wetz, Andrew Jacobs, Ian Wadley (RMCP), Brad Kalmanson, Australia Wants Poison, Wayne Cross, David Glynn, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Sean Cullen, Brandt Cattell, Mike Grabowski, Aaron Baker, Damn Good Movie Memories podcast, Brian Davis, Marc Alden Taylor, Andy Lafon, Paul Korn, Mikael Burell, Joe Lascon, Matt Porter, Brad Shick, Chris Fretwell, Dan Chaput, Joseph Capone, Daniel Lee, David Hudson, Cesar Atondo, Ernesto Aguilar, Jay Szczeblewski, Digital Killed the Radio Star podcast, Christopher Stokes, Graham Spark, Jeff Mendenhall, Adam Cox, SaveRockNMetal, JJ Mac, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Stryper Judas Priest Angel Crimson Glory Suede Uriah Heep Santa Cruz Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this two-hour episode, the guys take turns showcasing some of their favorite bonus tracks released over the years. In this jam packed music and discussion episode, you'll get audio goodness from artists such as RATT, Poison, Lynch Mob, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, Y&T, King Kobra, Black Sabbath, Edguy, Tesla, KISS, Airbourne, Badlands, Judas Priest, and Skid Row. Brian also turns the tables on Aaron and Chris for a quick questionnaire on movies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back this week after realizing their Canadian friends were too busy with their own podcast to cover their normal Thanksgiving duties. For five years, Rich "Meister" Dillon and Wally "Gator" Norton devotedly filled in on the last week of Thanksgiving so Chris and Aaron could enjoy time with their families and celebrate their holiday. However, this year the calls and emails went unanswered and the guys were forced to go back out and knock out an episode. The wives are none too pleased. [caption id="attachment_33821" align="alignright" width="300"] Those Hosers are Fired [/caption] Since Rich and Wally are so caught up in their new CGCM podcast, the guys decided to just rip them off and do some of their routines (with a little tweaking for needed improvement). You'll get some special segments and a Playlist Battle that featured songs picked by each host. Artists spun include UDO, Edguy, Megadeth, Anthrax, and a bunch more. Be sure to keep up with the Decibel Geek facebook page for a poll you can vote in to pick the winning playlist. The Canadians seem pretty full of themselves. They seem to think they don't need the exposure that Decibel Geek can bring. To that, the guys say "Those Hosers are Fired!" Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Chris shows up with a box covered in question marks and filled with a wide variety of music, it makes for an interesting episode. After winning a box full of great music at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo courtesy of the Rock Strikes Ten podcast, the guys decide to pick some of their favorite tunes from the Mystery Box for play this week. If you haven't heard of Rock Strikes Ten, you're missing out. Host Joey Haynie spins ten songs that span numerous genres and educates you at the same time. It's a great show that Chris and Aaron HIGHLY recommend. Mystery Box [/caption]   Artists featured in this week's Mystery Box episode include Thin Lizzy, Queens of the Stone Age, RATT, King's X, Extreme, Samantha 7, The Donnas, and more! We hope you enjoy Mystery Box - Ep301 and SHARE with a friend! Rock Strikes Ten! Official Website iTunes Link Facebook Page Buy Music! Thin Lizzy Queens of the Stone Age RATT King's X Extreme Samantha 7 The Donnas Iggy & The Stooges Eagles of Death Metal Tommy James and the Shondells Santa Cruz (break music) Facebook Review: 5 Stars Mark Adams The Decibel Geek Podcast is a must listen every week for me. I became a faithful listener about a year ago for several reasons. 1) The Music: I always get to listen to great music. The variety of tunes featured is top notch. Into some of the bands more than others, but the exposure to music I haven't heard before is always appreciated. 2) The Guests: Chris and Aaron have what it takes to make an interview worth listening to. The stars and guest that are on are always entertaining. The insight and humor is always appreciated. I learn something I didn't know almost every time. 3) The Variety: I love themed shows, Toddzilla, KISSmas in July, The featured shows (RUSH, AC/DC) and especially the Radio Sucks episodes. A huge shout out to the Y&T episode you had. They have always been a top 3 band for me and it was great for them to get the exposure they deserve. Thats about it. I will continue to make this podcast a weekly must listen. Great Job guys!! Geeks of the Week: Scott Smith, tony Musallam (Restrayned), Growin’ Up rock Podcast, Sonny Pooni, Neil Bees, Aaron Baker, Rich Dillon, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey podcast), Rich Canamar, Brent Tibbetts, CGCM Podcast, Mike Stewart, Matt Ashcraft, James McEllhiney, Neil Johnson, Mike Grabowski, Kevin Williams, The Hustle Podcast, Brian Knapp, Shane Hebert, Tony Bakken, Scott Stine, The Pods & Sods Network, Stacey Sullivan, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), David Hudson (Digital Killed the Radio Star), Dave Kostko, Dan Chaput, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, David Glynn, Wayne Cross, James Brendon Dunn, Cool World, Samuel Wetz, Andy Lafon, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Andrew Jacobs, Greg McGlone, Todd Cunningham, Aaron Baker, Mikael Burell, Kenneth Roy, Alex Ferenc, Paul Korn, Christopher Stokes, Blame Your Brother podcast, SaveRockNMetal, Ernesto Aguilar, Jeff Mendenhall, Adam Cox, JJ Mc, Sean Cullen, Jay Szczeblewski, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron celebrate episode 300 with a discussion of the history of Decibel Geek. In this long-form talk, the guys talk about the circumstances that led to the creation of the podcast, how they met, and reminisce on a number of notable moments. Reflecting on past episodes, the guys also give their own, personal Top 5 list of episodes while also reading listener lists. The guys also announce some plans for the future of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys return this week with a different type of episode as they discuss Rock n Roll Conspiracies. Joined by guest Casey Conspiracy, Chris and Aaron dig into some of the more high profile conspiracy theories related to the history of rock n roll; with some tangents thrown in for good measure. Topics include Paul is Dead, Jim Morrison and Elvis Alive, Nirvana 9/11, Kurt Cobain Murdered, Ace Frehley's UFO experience, the PMRC, and more. We hope you ENJOY Rock n Roll Conspiracies and SHARE with a friend! [caption id="attachment_33166" align="alignright" width="300"] Rock n Roll Conspiracies [/caption] Itunes Review: Podcast Unleashed! by ChaosDP on Oct 19, 2017 Rating: ★★★★★ I know, what you want! You want, what I got! And that's a 5 star review. This is a great podcast, I love the Albums Unleashed features, the multitude of Vinnie Vincent shows, and the annual KISSmas in July specials. This show has turned me on to some bands I didn't know much about, specifically Tora Tora and Roxy Blue, which I had only read about before. I can't recommend this podcast enough. Geeks of the Week: Joey Vanchieri, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Matt Ashcraft, Kevin Williams, Sit and Spin with Joe, Joe Royland, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Mike Grabowski, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey podcast), Brandt Cattell, Sonny Pooni, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Brian Knapp, Brent Tibbetts, Greg McGlone, Wayne Cross, Steve Wright, Todd Cunningham, Andrew Jacobs, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Shane Hebert, Sean Cullen, Mikael Burell, Toddzilla, Martin Wenham, JJMc, Blame Your Brother, Derik Novak, Millitos Querido, Daniel Chaput, Christopher Stokes, Digital Killed the Radio Star, David Glynn, The Mooger Fooger Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nashville music scene legend and dear friend of the show Todd Austin returns for Six Songs Toddzilla Thinks You Should Hear. If you are new to the show and unfamiliar with Toddzilla, be sure to familiarize yourself with his first two appearances on Decibel Geek. His first appearance, Roth-Era Van Halen Discussion, introduced the listeners to a master storyteller. Todd's memories of growing up a Van Halen fan in the late 70's and his hilarious stories of seeing the band live made him an instant hit to Decibel Geek listeners. [caption id="attachment_32949" align="alignright" width="300"] Six Songs Toddzilla [/caption] Toddzilla's second appearance on the show focused on his story. Conversation with Toddzilla included stories of Todd's many years as a professional musician (including highs and lows), his unique appearance, run-ins with legends such as Robert Plant and Billy Gibbons, a strange music store encounter with Vinnie Vincent, and an Ace Frehley story and impression that will have you cackling like a spaceman from Jendell. Things were no laughing matter, however, earlier this year when Todd's life was turned upside down due to a house fire that destroyed his home, most of his belongings, and nearly all of his beloved pets. The music community (including many Decibel Geek listeners) rallied around Todd to chip in to a GoFundMe account that was put in place to help Todd and his partner Abbie replace much of what was lost. In this Six Songs episode, Toddzilla gives us an update on where things stand in the recovery process, stories about the fundraiser and an incredible benefit concert, details on his projects including Funkhammer, Jones World, and Purple Masquerade, as well as fantastic stories that coincide with each of his Six Songs choices. We wrap things up this week by spinning one of our personal favorite Funkhammer tunes. We hope you enjoy Six Songs Toddzilla Thinks You Should Hear and SHARE with a friend! More Toddzilla! Facebook Funkhammer Jones World Purple Masquerade Buy Music! Mother Station Prince Giant ZZ Top Mother's Finest Jeff Beck Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek – 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP and past guest Joe Becht joins the guys this week for a talk about Chicago Rock. The Windy City may be steeped in jazz and blues history but it would be foolish to sleep on its contributions to the history of rock music. In this long-form music and discussion episode, Joe shares his memories of growing up in Chicago, his experiences at different city venues and how a number of great rock acts (well known and little-known) have made a remarkable imprint on his life today. Chicago Rock   In this episode packed with music and stories surrounding Chicago Rock, Joe spins tracks by Cheap Trick, Styx, Smashing Pumpkins, Ministry, Trouble, Zoetrope, UFO, Holland, Enuff Z'nuff, War Cry, Local H, and Life Sex Death. We hope you enjoy Chicago Rock - Ep297 and SHARE with a friend! Follow Joe Becht! Talking Metal Digital Joe on Twitter Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Buy Music! (click band name to purchase!) UFO Cheap Trick  Styx  Smashing Pumpkins Ministry  Trouble Zoetrope Holland  Enuff  Z'nuff  War Cry  Local H  Life Sex Death  Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek – 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP and host of Digital Killed the Radio Star podcast David Hudson joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v31. David was a supporter of the recent Rock n Pod Expo in Nashville. When asked for a desired show theme, Radio Sucks was his choice and this one is packed with great tracks. In this long-form music and discussion show you'll get tracks from Warrant, Tora Tora, Poison, Gaslight Anthem, RATT, Roxy Blue, Scorpions, Dream Theater, Skid Row, and Motley Crue. Radio Sucks Radio Show v31   Tora Tora and Roxy Blue (along with Every Mother's Nightmare and Under the Radar) will be sharing the stage with Bret Michaels on October 28th at the Bankplus Ampitheatre in Southaven, MS. The show is celebrating the 40th Anniversary of local radio station Rock 103 in Memphis. If you'd like to become a DBG VIP and donate at the guest host level, check out www.patreon.com/decibelgeek! Facebook Review: 5 Stars - from Gino Ames A regular fan since the early days and it has always been my favorite! I love the interviews but why I come back is the hosts. Chris & Aaron’s chemistry and friendship makes the show for me. Great topics, audio quality, consistency. Five high flying METAL horns! Geeks of the Week: Kevin Williams, Criticult, Sonny Pooni, Joey Haynie (Rock Strikes Ten), Ages of Rock Podcast, Drunken Lullabies, Kenneth Roy, Cool World, Brendon Dunn, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Greg Renoff, Mike Grabowski, Nate Atchison, Justin Ace Sixx, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, The Pods and Sods Network, Matt Ashcraft, Andrew Jacobs, Todd Cunningham, Wayne Cross, David Glynn, Ian Wadley, Rockin Ron Runyon, Eric Moore, Greg York, Adam Cox, Rob Webb, David Hope, Greg McGlone, Shane Hebert, Ken Mills, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Mikael Burell, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Rock n Ray Osborne, Michael Wagener, David Hudson, Dan Chaput, Growin’ Up Rock Podcast, Sean Cullen, Lee Gerstmann, Marc Alden Taylor, Free Form Rock Podcast, Shawn Franklin, Bobby Valentine Army, Georgi Goergiev, ThunderAndLightning, Ernesto Aguilar, Robin Bennett, Derik Novak, MDG Rock Photography, Shane Hebert, James McEllhiney, Digital Killed, Focus on Metal, Pat Catalano, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Tora Tora Warrant Poison Gaslight Anthem RATT Roxy Blue Scorpions Dream Theater Skid Row Motley Crue Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we present a live recording of the Producer Panel with Michael Wagener and Toby Wright. This panel discussion, recorded on stage at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo, has the two legendary producers sharing stories that span their career, recounting some of their favorite recording moments, and some discussion on the current state of recording today. Artists from throughout their career are discussed including Warrant, Skid Row, Alice in Chains, KISS, Dokken, Denman and more. [caption id="attachment_31802" align="alignright" width="300"] Producer Panel[/caption] We hope you enjoy Producer Panel with Michael Wagener and Toby Wright and SHARE with a friend! Michael Wagener Official Website Toby Wright Official Website iTunes Review: I Laughed, I Cried..... by joeyrocknrollRST on Aug 21, 2017 Rating: ★★★★★ Chris & Aaron (in addition to being some of our finest citizens) know their stuff and they also know what they like. With a guest roster I am jealous of plus a true passion for Rock, it's a no-brainer that you must listen and subscribe. Geeks of the Week: Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Sandy Gennaro, Desolation Angels, Listen to the Band - Tribute Page to Monkees Band Members Past and Present, David Glynn, Andrew Jacobs, Adam Cox, Dave Huckridge, Derik Novak, Marc Alden Taylor, Joseph Capone, Brandt Cattell, Mikael Burell, Wayne Cross, Brent Tibbetts, Martin Wenham, Chad Pollock, Free Form Rock Podcast, Joe Lascon, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Dan Chaput, Shawn Franklin, Bobby Valentine Army, Christopher Stokes, Tom Smoke, James McEllhiney, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Denman Alice in Chains Warrant Skid Row KISS Dokken Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandy Gennaro joins the guys this week for a career spanning discussion that goes deeper than just the music. Sandy has toured and/or recorded with: Blackjack, Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Bo Diddley, Johnny Winter, The Monkees, Joe Lynn Turner, Michael Bolton, Benny Mardones, Craaft, The Mamas and Papas and Jon Paris. He has recorded several Top 10 singles and has performed for for over a billion fans spanning his 50 year career. [caption id="attachment_31395" align="alignright" width="300"] Sandy Gennaro [/caption] Sandy has also made numerous TV appearances including The Tonight Show, The Grammy Awards, The American Music Awards, The MTV New Years Ball, and The Late Show with David Letterman among others. He is also a favored councelor at the Rock and Roll Fantasy Camps. He is currently recording and gigging with various artists in Nashville. In this long-form discussion, Sandy shares stories of growing up in New York, a passion for the Yankees, his early musical influences, experiencing KISS playing in a small Queens club and many other great stories. As is known with Decibel Geek, KISS stories are always of interest and Sandy has a lot of tie-ins to KISS including his time working Bruce Kulick in Blackjack as well as a stint of coaching Peter Criss in preparation for the KISS Alive IV Symphony shows in Australia. Sandy is also a speaker and, as you'll hear, has a knack for solid, inspirational advice. His advice on persevering through adversity and sticking to your dreams comes through loud and clear in this conversation. Sandy will be performing this Friday, August 25th at Cobra Nashville with his band Desolation Angels (A Salute to Bad Company). It's the kickoff to Rock n Pod weekend in Nashville that will have Sandy at the preparty on 8/25 as well as at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo for a signing session and a recording session with Zilch: A Monkees Podcast. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Sandy Gennaro and SHARE with a friend! More Sandy Gennaro! Official Website Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to preview the party of the summer with Rock n Pod Primer - Ep292. The Nashville Rock n Pod Expo takes place Saturday August 26th, 2017 at the Music Valley Event Center in Nashville, TN. Over 25 rock podcasts will be on-site as well as vinyl vendors and current and former members of Nelson, Tora Tora, KISS, Winger, Roxy Blue, Monkees, ACCEPT, and many more! In this hour-plus episode, the guys talk about the upcoming Rock n Pod Expo as well as spin music from artists/personalities that will be on-hand as guests. [caption id="attachment_31224" align="alignright" width="300"] Rock n Pod Primer [/caption] Tracks from Roxy Blue, Every Mother's Nightmare, Tora Tora, Budderside, Blackjack, Joe Lynn Turner, ACCEPT, KISS, Kenny Olson Cartel and more are featured. It's a Rock n Pod party. We hope you enjoy Rock n Pod Primer - Ep292 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Every Mother's Nightmare Roxy Blue Tora Tora Blackjack Joe Lynn Turner ACCEPT Kenny Olson Cartel Budderside Tyketto Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a planned episode gets shelved due to audio issues, we improvise this week with KISS Lightning Round - Ep291. We put out a last-minute call for KISS-related questions and topics and, boy, did you guys respond! In this 2 hour-plus loose discussion, we tip a few beers and try to address as many KISS-related topics that the listeners through our way via the Decibel Geek facebook page. [caption id="attachment_30743" align="alignright" width="300"] KISS Lightning Round [/caption] We can talk KISS non-stop and this week is no different. However, we definitely disagree on a number of facets of the Hottest Band in the Land. In this long-form talk, we touch on all sorts of subjects including the current lineup makeup situation, the possibilities that would've altered history had Vinnie Vincent stayed in the band, why Chris won't see KISS live anymore, and the limitations that certain members of the band are facing. It's two hours-plus of the nerdiest KISS discussion this side of Abner's laboratory. We hope you enjoy KISS Lightning Round - Ep291 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KISSMAS in July gets even cooler this week with The Return of Pixie Esmonde! Pixie, former wardrobe manager for KISS (1979-1980), quickly became one of our favorite guests. Her quick wit and fantastic stories had us in stitches and we knew we had to have her back on the show. If you missed her first appearance, be sure to go HERE and check it out. We promise, you won't regret it. Return of Pixie   In this Return of Pixie Esmonde episode, we came armed with questions; not only from us but also from listeners of the show. Pixie did not disappoint in her answers, giving bold, honest answers about a number of topics. Subjects including the drama that permeated the Dynasty tour, her memories of certain behind the scenes personnel, run-ins with celebrities backstage and thoughts on some of the opening bands that went out with KISS during her tenure; Loverboy, Judas Priest and Iron Maiden among them. We hope you enjoy The Return of Pixie Esmonde - Ep290 and SHARE with a friend! Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Join us Saturday, August 25th for the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Over 25 rock podcasts (including this one) on-site recording episodes and meeting listeners! Signing/Meet & Greet sessions with current and former members of Winger, The Monkees, Joan Jett, Tyketto, ACCEPT, Tora Tora, Budderside, and more! Panel Discussions with legendary producers Michael Wagener (Ozzy, Alice Cooper, Dokken, Skid Row etc), Toby Wright (KISS, Alice in Chains, Sevendust, etc.), and Kevin Beamish (REO Speedwagon, Y&T, etc.) All that and a Heavy Metal Parking Lot Screening and Reunion! Get your tickets NOW at www.gofundme.com/rocknpodexpo Buy Music! KISS Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back for week two of KISSMAS in July with Demolicious KISS Edition. While KISS has released a great catalog of music over the past 43 years, there's been a wealth of solid material that didn't get released officially. In this long-form episode, Chris and Aaron spin some of their favorite KISS demos. Demolicious KISS Edition   You'll get material that pre-dates the first album all the way through unreleased songs from 1998's 'Psycho Circus' album. It's a fun peek at what could have been. We hope you enjoy Demolicious KISS Edition and SHARE with a friend! Attend the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Saturday August, 26th 2017. One day event celebrating all things Rock n Roll! Over 25 rock podcasts from all over North America recording shows on-site and meeting listeners. Vinyl and merchandise vendors selling the best in rock goods. Special guests appearing for signing and meet & greet sessions with fans. Current and former members ACCEPT, The Monkees, Collective Soul, Tyketto, and many more. Also, a producer panel with Michael Wagener, Kevin Beamish, and Toby Wright. Additionally, a Heavy Metal Parking Reunion and Screening! Get your tickets NOW at www.gofundme.com/rocknpodexpo Buy Music! Klassik 78 KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KISSmas in July kicks off with an in-depth talk with members of the Gene Simmons Band. Guitarists Ryan Cook, Jeremy Asbrock, and Philip Shouse have been garnering rave reviews since their debut in March of 2017. Those names should be familiar to Decibel Geek listeners and readers as they've made numerous appearances on the podcast to discuss The Big Rock Show, Hair of the Dog, and Guitar Duos. They are also members of Thee Rock n Roll Residency; a weekly covers show that has been wowing Nashville crowds with its spot-on renditions of classic rock hits and deep cuts. Additionally, Thee Rock n Roll Residency has a rotating cast of musicians that come from all eras of rock history. [caption id="attachment_30090" align="alignright" width="300"] Gene Simmons Band [/caption] The Gene Simmons Band has been impressing die-hard KISS fans at every show on this tour. What started as a six show commitment has turned into a full-on world tour with more dates being released recently. In this conversation, the Gene Simmons Band shares the circumstances that led to them being hired. Moreover, they discuss their personal KISStories and their take on the band's history. One of the bigger reasons for the success of the Gene Simmons Band has been the wealth of deep KISS cuts that are being performed. Songs such as Charisma, Got Love for Sale, and Almost Human among many others have been thrilling KISS fans en masse. In this discussion, the guys tell Chris and Aaron how those songs were chosen as well as what songs have been rehearsed and are possibly going to be included in future setlists. Furthermore, they discuss the upcoming addition of drummer Brent Fitz to the band. Brent is a member of the extended KISS family tree; known for his work in the band Union with Bruce Kulick. Gene Simmons plans to release a massive box set later in 2017. The set is to contain a large amount of demo and unreleased material. In this long-form talk, the guys share some details they've learned about the box set and plans for it. We hope you enjoy Konversation with Gene Simmons Band and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Gene Simmons Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donnie Vie appears on the Decibel Geek Podcast this week for a revealing conversation.  This long-form discussion covers a life and career of ups, downs, triumphs, rejections, celebration, turmoil and ultimately, rediscovery. Vie, known by many as the controversial front man for Chicago greats Enuff Z'nuff has churned out an impressive catalog of work. However, demons (both individually and collectively) seemed to overshadow the band at every step. Shifting musical climates,  substance abuse, changing members, and even death threatened to eliminate Enuff Z'nuff but the band pushed on; eventually without Donnie Vie. It's been an interesting ride to say the least. [caption id="attachment_29797" align="alignright" width="300"] Donnie Vie [/caption] In this long-form discussion, Donnie Vie discusses the band's early days including how he met bassist Chip Z'nuff, his thoughts on late-guitarist Derek Frigo, wild gigs and after-gig activity, and tons more. Additionally, Vie discusses the stories behind many Enuff Z'nuff songs as well as his thoughts on how songwriting credits were given. Also in this long-form talk, Vie discusses his current situation including how he's adapting to his newfound sobriety. Additionally, he sheds light on some interesting projects that he's currently working on both musically and otherwise. It's a deep dive into one of the most unique people to ever appear on the Decibel Geek Podcast. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Donnie Vie and SHARE with a friend! More Donnie Vie! Donnie Vie Official Website Donnie Vie Official Facebook Buy Music! Donnie Vie Enuff Z'nuff Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris & Aaron continue the love-fest for Geddy, Neil, and Alex this week with RUSH Covered in Metal. There are a lot of cover versions of RUSH songs out there by a lot of different artists. What your hosts found out in research for this episode is that there are a lot of bad RUSH covers. However, this week you're gonna get the best gems that they could find in a sea of mediocrity. Clearly, RUSH is a very difficult band to successfully cover. Try to put too much of your own spin on it and you trash what people remember. Try to straight up mimic them and you come off sounding like a poor imitation. This week you'll get harder-edged, unique (but not too unique) renditions of RUSH classics. RUSH Covered in Metal [/caption] RUSH Covered in Metal featured covers performed by Mark Slaughter, George Lynch, Sebastian Bach, Michael Schenker, Skid Row, Machine Head, Local H, Allegaeon, Jani Lane, Billy Talent, and Mindless Self Indulgence. Before the festivities the guys give an update on a tragic situation that befell former guest and friend of the show, Todd "Toddzilla" Austin. Full details within the episode including the GoFundMe link to contribute to the cause. We hope you enjoy RUSH Covered in Metal - Ep286 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! RUSH Billy Talent Local H Machine Head Skid Row Allegaeon Mindless Self Indulgence Working Man (RUSH Tribute Album) Subdivisions (RUSH Tribute Album) Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris & Aaron return this week to discuss The Heavier Side of RUSH; songs that kick a little harder from the legendary Canadian trio. RUSH, formed in 1968, and solidified in 1971 with a lineup of Geddy Lee (bass/vocals), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and John Rutsey (drums) would find aid in manager Ray Danniels and producer Terry Brown. The self-titled 1974 debut album was filled with hard rock numbers reminiscent of Led Zeppelin. The band would ultimately break on the strength of the song 'Working Man' receiving airplay on WMMS in Cleveland. Rutsey, however, would have to retire from the road due to health complications. Enter Neil Peart. The multi-talented drummer had incredible skill not only on the kit but would go on to become the band's principal lyricist. From that point, RUSH carved their own path; releasing trailblazing albums that straddled the worlds of hard and progressive rock; building a rabid following along the way. 40-plus years later and RUSH sit, rightfully, in the upper echelon of rock music history. The Heavier Side of RUSH In this long-form RUSH-themed episode, the guys share their personal take on RUSH's history, their influence, their legacy, and more. They also spin some of their favorite heavier RUSH tunes. Using it as a helpful guide, they also discuss the awesome new RUSH: Album by Album book penned by Martin Popoff and also share how YOU can win a copy! We hope you enjoy The Heavier Side of RUSH - Ep285 and SHARE with a friend! Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Info! Buy Tickets at Official Website at http://www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com/ Official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/nashvillerocknpodexpo/ Official Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/155777974940531/ Buy Music! RUSH Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP and Decibel Geek writer, Steven Michael, joins Chris and Aaron for Under the ACDC Influence; a deep dive into bands that were influenced by the Australian hard rock giants. Steve and the guys discuss their love for ACDC, the evidence of their influence on rock and roll history, and spin a bunch of tracks by a bunch of bands that were influenced by Angus Young and company. Many fads come and go, and with them so do many bands. What is the flavor of the week will soon be a punchline to a joke told decades later. ACDC never fell into that trap. Through numerous trends including Prog Rock, Punk Rock, Disco, New Wave, Glam Metal, and Grunge, the Australian-born legends stayed the course; continuing to pump out headbanging, hooky rock n roll. This consistency has produced an influence that has transcended multiple generations of fans. Under the ACDC Influence In this jam packed episode you'll get tracks from Jackyl, Four Horsemen, Voodoo Piston, Ugly Kid Joe, The Treatment, Rhino Bucket, Koritni, Black Aces, Airbourne, Dirty Looks, ACCEPT, Guns N Roses, Rose Tattoo, 77, and Krokus! It's 2 hours plus of drinks, discussion, tunes, and more drinks. We hope you enjoy Under the ACDC Influence and SHARE with a friend! More Steven! Articles Buy Music! AC/DC Jackyl Four Horsemen Voodoo Piston Ugly Kid Joe The Treatment Rhino Bucket Koritni The Black Aces Airbourne Dirty Looks ACCEPT Guns N Roses Rose Tattoo Krokus 77 Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stevie Rachelle joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed - TUFF What Comes Around Goes Around. In this long-form discussion, Stevie discusses the circumstances that led to him fronting TUFF. Originally from Wisconsin, Rachelle was bitten by the bug early and headed west to Los Angeles in search of fame. However, it's not instant success. In this talk, Rachelle reflects on his audition with TUFF, what led to his hiring, and the band's rise on the Sunset Strip. TUFF - Albums Unleashed What Comes Around TUFF would slug it out on the Sunset Strip for a while; building their core audience at clubs such as Gazarri's, The Whisky, Perkins Palace, and The Country Club. During this time, they'd be rejected by dozens of labels. Determined, the band would continue to tread the boards on regional tours through the Southern and Midwestern United States until Atlantic Records came calling. What Comes Around Goes Around, released in 1991, was produced by Howard Benson and mixed by Sir Arthur Payson. This episode features some great behind-the-scenes stories. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - TUFF What Comes Around with Stevie Rachelle and SHARE with a friend! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP and contributor to the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Henning Mielke joins the guys from Germany for Radio Sucks Radio Show v30! In this 2-hour plus block of rock talk and music, Henning shares his story of growing up a rock and metal fan in Germany. Additionally, he also discusses his time working in Marketing for Warner Music; sharing some tales of working with some legendary artists. Radio Sucks Radio Show v30 Also included in Radio Sucks Radio Show v30, Henning shares 10 songs of his choosing to share with the Decibel Geek listeners. In this long-form episode, Henning shares some familiar artists as well as bands you may not know about. Artists spun this week include Farmikos, Kip Winger, Feeder, Karnivool, Leprous, Army of Anyone, Opeth, Winery Dogs, Saraya, and T&N. It's a fun talk with a great soundtrack. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v30 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Farmikos Kip Winger Feeder Karnivool Army of Anyone Saraya T&N Opeth Winery Dogs Leprous Buckethead (Interstitial Music) The Ataris (Intro Song) Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a scheduled interview is derailed by their call recording program, Skype, going down, the guys decide to crack a few beers and bring you an off-the-cuff conversation that features a number of things that are offered in their DBG VIP subscription program on Patreon. In this long-form discussion, the guys go over some current rock news events including Zakk Wylde rejoining Ozzy Osbourne's band, Local H winning a contest to open for Metallica on their upcoming tour, and KISS (of course). The news/shooting the breeze stuff is a regular feature of the DBG VIP program entitled The Chris & Aaron Show. There are now over 50 episodes of this segment and they are available for all DBG VIP's. Find out how you can become a DBG VIP at https://www.patreon.com/decibelgeek. Skype's Down! Another DBG VIP feature that you get free this week is the album tournament. In this segment, the guys each pick 16 CD's from the massive collection in the Decibel Geek studio. The CD's are pitted head to head in matches until one winner emerges. The tournament in this week's episode is a tough one that causes some difficult decisions to be made. Chris and Aaron have a great episode planned out for next week but wanted to get an episode out this week and thought you'd like to get a taste of what the VIP's are getting. We hope you enjoy Skype's Down - Ep281 and SHARE with a friend! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guitarist and KISS co-writer Scott Van Zen sits down with the guys this week for a long-form talk about his life, guitar playing, and the experience of writing with our favorite demon, Gene Simmons. In this hour-plus discussion, Scott talks about his early years in central California. Inspired by a wide cross-section of guitarists ranging from Jeff Beck to Johnny Winter to Ted Nugent to Eddie Van Halen; Scott Van Zen worked his way through the ranks to become one of the California's best guitarists in the 1980's and 90's. A musical partnership with singer Ken Tamplin would lead Van Zen to a friendship with KISS' Gene Simmons. In this discussion, Scott talks about Gene's influence not only in songwriting, but in business. His advice has paid dividends for the guitarist over the years. Scott Van Zen Scott Van Zen penned numerous songs with Gene Simmons, noteable among them 'Spit' for 1992's Revenge album and 'Hate,' 'In My Head,' 'Seduction of the Innocent,' for 1997's Carnival of Souls album. Also in this episode, Scott shares a story about an unknown contribution to 1998's Psycho Circus album that hasn't been revealed until now. Scott Van Zen founded the highly successful Citrus Productions in LA in 1996. His production company, now Van Zen Music, based in Nashville, is working everywhere. Van Zen has written/produced the main titles, background, source music for a myriad of media: Paramount Television, Fox, MTV, ABC, NBC, CBS, ESPN2, WB, FOX Sports, VH1, Entertainment Tonight; etc. His credits include Extreme Makeover, Batman, Nestle, Hot Wheels, Barbie,  Nickelodeon, Justice League, Game Boy, Ellen, Entertainment Tonight, Max Steel, Kung Fu Panda, Big Brother, Hot Wheels, High School Musical, Major League Soccer", Yugioh, "Cars", Fox Sports and many more. More from Scott Van Zen! Scott Van Zen Guitar School Official Site Scott Van Zen guitar School Facebook Page Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Info Meet Scott Van Zen at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo! Happening Saturday August 26, 2017 at Music Valley Event Center, the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo features podcasters from all over North America recording on-site and meeting listeners. Also, numerous vinyl and memorabilia vendors will be on hand. In addition to this, special guests from some of your favorite bands as well as legendary producers will be there signing autographs, holding meet and greets, and participating in panel discussions for a live audience. So much to see and do! Go to www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com for more info! Scott Van Zen will also be performing the night before the expo at the official preparty with his band Desolation Angels: A Salute to Bad Company! Go HERE for full event details! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP Sonny Pooni joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v29! In this fun rock and talk episode Sonny talks about how he discovered Decibel Geek and what hooked him into being a DBG VIP. Additionally, he shares some killer rock and metal music from artists including Winery Dogs, Lord Tracy, Talisman, Restrayned, Halestorm, Steelheart, Black Label Society, Y&T, Extreme, and Vinnie Vincent Invasion! Radio Sucks Radio Show v29   The guys also talk more about the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo coming on August 26, 2017. Numerous podcasts from all over North America, vinyl/memorabilia vendors, and special guests from the world of rock participating in signings and meet and greets. It's gonna be a rock n roll party and YOU'RE invited! Go to www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com to get more info and find out how YOU can make it happen! Buy Music! Winery Dogs Lord Tracy Talisman Restrayned Halestorm Steelhart Black Label Society Y&T Extreme Vinnie Vincent Invasion Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Info: Saturday, August 26, 2017 Music Valley Event Center, Nashville TN GoFundMe Site Official Website Official Facebook Official Instagram Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return to the wayback machine for 1982 Year in Review Pt2! In this nearly two hour nostalgia extravaganza, your hosts have more facts, pop culture happenings, news stories, and music to share from an awesome year! 1982 Year in Review Pt2 You'll get music from 20+ artists including Judas Priest, April Wine, Aerosmith, Tygers of Pan Tang, Plasmatics, Twisted Sister, Foghat Led Zeppelin, Wishbone Ash, Whitesnake, Billy Squire, Alice Cooper, Hughes/Thrall, Demon, Michael Schenker Group, ACCEPT, KISS, Y&T, Headpins, Girl, and more! All that and, of course, classic commercials! It's a great trip back in time. We hope you enjoy 1982 Year in Review Pt2 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Judas Priest April Wine Aerosmith Tygers of Pan Tang Plasmatics Twisted Sister Foghat Led Zeppelin Wishbone Ash Whitesnake Billy Squier Alice Cooper Hughes/Thrall Demon MSG ACCEPT KISS Y&T Headpins Girl Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys go back in time this week as they bring you 1982 Year in Review Pt1. In this long-form trip through the first half of the year, Chris & Aaron cover a lot of ground. 1982 saw some pretty historic beginnings in technology and pop culture including the Commodore 64 and Late Night with David Letterman. 1982 was also a year of loss in the entertainment community. Notably, the losses of John Belushi and Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Randy Rhoads left their mark on the movie and music industries. Speaking of Osbourne, he would cement his status as a controversial figure with two news-making incidents that shocked many. 1982 Year in Review Pt 1 1982 Year in Review Pt1 also boats a lot of great music. The first half of the year included releases from Magnum, Nazareth, UFO, Iron Maiden, Tank, Scorpions, Misfits, Van Halen, Motorhead, Uriah Heep, Cheap Trick, Status Quo, and many more. In this episode, the guys break it all down and cover the sports, movies, and pop culture of 1982. And, as always, classic commercials! The guys wrap things up by sharing more details on the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. Visit www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com for full details on special guests, ticket information, and how to get some pretty cool perks! We hope you enjoy 1982 Year in Review Pt1 - Ep277 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Heart Queen Duran Duran UFO Iron Maiden Scorpions Magnum Misfits Van Halen Motorhead Uriah Heep Cheap Trick Status Quo Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts from numerous participating podcasts get together on one call to discuss the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo happening August 26, 2017 at Millennium Hall in Nashville TN.    Discussion includes details on advance tickets, perks offered by the shows, information on vinyl and memorabilia dealers, as well as some special guest announcements.    The Nashville Rock n Pod Expo is being crowdfund by rock and podcasting fans to cover travel and other expenses. This is a first year DIY event. The goal is to make this Expo successful this way in year one and use the success as leverage for a bigger, better event for years to come. We need YOUR support to make this happen! So, give this a listen and please contribute to help us take rock podcasting to the next level! Nashville Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe link: www.gofundme.com/rocknpodexpo Official Website: www.nashvillerocknpodexpo.com Official Facebook: www.facebook.com/nashvillerocknpodexpo       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rikki Rockett joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Poison Look What the Cat Dragged In. In this long-form discussion, Rikki shares stories from the early days of Poison including the decision to move from Pennsylvania to Hollywood in the early 1980's. Also in the episode, Rikki talks about the departure of original guitarist Matt Smith and an audition process that would go down to a head to head battle between Slash and CC DeVille. In this Albums Unleashed Poison Look What the Cat Dragged In special, Rikki reflects on the recording process of the album. Producer Rick Browde was on board early for the sessions but things got tense quickly due to creative differences. In this episode, Rikki also discusses the struggle to survive in a Hollywood scene that was very unforgiving. Those struggles would be played out lyrically in some of the songs. While the album was recorded on a meager budget and on limited time, it would go on to spawn three big singles and sell 4 million copies worldwide. Albums Unleashed Poison Albums Unleashed Look What the Cat Dragged In also features a track-by-track breakdown of the album including song inspirations and production techniques used. It's an hour-plus of discussion about a remarkable album from a very transitional time in popular music. The Decibel Geek podcast would like to thank Sher Bach, Brandon Gibbs, Kenny Bailey, and the entire Devil City Angels team for their help in securing this interview. Be sure to check out Devil City Angels when they come to your town!  Before we get to the interview, Chris & Aaron give you the inside details of the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. Taking place August 26, 2017, the expo will feature rock podcasters from all over North America, vinyl/memorabilia dealers, and rock celebrities and personalities mingling with fans. The event is being crowdfunded and we need YOU to help us make it happen. Go to the link below and contribute today to be eligible for early admission, specialty t-shirts, guest spots on podcasts, and much, much more! https://www.gofundme.com/rocknpodexpo We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Poison Look What the Cat Dragged In with Rikki Rockett and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Poison Rikki Rockett Devil City Angels Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week for Fresh Blood v5; a block of rock and metal from awesome newer bands. In this music-packed episode, the guys spin great tracks that span the entire rock genre. You'll get awesome tracks from Inglorious, Bleached, Apocalyptic Lovers, White Reaper, Killing Grace, Badflower, Klassik 78, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Electric Guitars, and Double Crush Syndrome. Fresh Blood v5 In addition to all of that, the guys clue you in on the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. This convention will see rock podcasters from all over North America converge on Nashville as well as vinyl/merch dealers and celebrity signing/meet & greet. It's expected to be a lot of fun but we need YOUR help to make it happen. This event is a total DIY event funded by the listeners/rock fans. Please click THIS link to contribute to the cause! (PS: Original goal of venue funding has been met; new goal announced in coming days. Please continue to donate. It all goes to the goal!) Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Buy Music! Inglorious Apocalyptic Lovers Killing Grace Klassik 78 Electric Guitars Bleached White Reaper Badflower King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Double Crush Syndrome Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bassist Rik Fox returns to Decibel Geek this week for Albums Unleashed - Steeler. Fronted by vocalist Ron Keel, Steeler had migrated west from Nashville. Upon his arrival, Keel would realize he needed new players to compete with a burgeoning Sunset Strip scene that included rising stars such as Motley Crue and Quiet Riot. In this long form discussion, Rik shares his memories of auditioning for Steeler, his meeting with drummer Mark Edwards, and the circumstances that would lead to Swedish hotshot guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen joining the band. Upon his arrival, Malmsteen certainly made his presence felt. In this discussion, Rik shares some entertaining stories of the eccentric shredder including a very tense moment in rehearsal between Malmsteen and Keel. Albums Unleashed - Steeler Also in this discussion, Fox shares his personal feelings of the recording process of the Steeler album as well as memories of particular shows on the Sunset Strip. Steeler was a very well-known band in the Hollywood area and would pack clubs regularly. In this long-form talk, Rik recalls a show opening up for Quiet Riot that took place as the Metal Health album was taking off. As the bassist of Steeler, Rik Fox was a member of one of the most pivotal bands in L.A heavy metal history. Steeler, while a popular act of the era that had great songs, did not seem to have the all-for-one-and-one-for-all type of relationship that many other bands had. According to Fox, tensions mounted as the band's popularity began to rise. Issues with Malmsteen's critique of the material and songwriting led to growing tension between the guitarist and Keel. In this discussion, Rik also shares his memories of the end of his version of Steeler including how he was let go from the band. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - Steeler and SHARE with a friend. Buy Music! Steeler Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DBG VIP Joe Becht joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v28. In this two-hour music and discussion episode, Joe spins killer tracks from artists and albums that he think weren't given a fair shake by the mainstream radio community. However, in this long-form episode you'll get great songs from Skid Row, Wendy O. Williams, Plasmatics, King's X, Angel, Trouble, Rush, Love/Hate, Cheap Trick, and The Cult. It's a fun ride with great stories and an even better soundtrack. Radio Sucks Radio Show v28   We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v28 and SHARE with a friend! Become a DBG VIP and Host a Show HERE! Buy Music! Skid Row Wendy O. Williams Plasmatics King's X Angel Trouble Rush Love/Hate Cheap Trick The Cult Judas Priest (Interstitial/Break Music) Eclipse (Liner Music) The Ataris (Theme) iTunes Review: Rock & Roll will never die! by jcapone3rd on Jan 31, 2017 Rating: ★★★★★ Found Decibel Geek when Chris did a guest shot on Inappropriate Earl podcast and figured I'd give them a chance. After all, anyone who talks fondly about the Vinnie Vincent Invasion can't be that bad... Needless to say I was hooked after two episodes and have now begun my journey through the archives! I love the open format of the show. Whether they are introducing me to obscure bands and songs I've never heard of before, or giving their own personal insights to the music I grew up with (I'm 43 - so do your own math ;p), each episode has been a fun ride. A few years ago, Gene Simmins claimed "Rock & Roll is dead"... but with guys like the Decibel Geeks serving as Defenders of the Faith, the Spirit of Rock will Keep on Rollin' and give you a Reason to Live! Ok, enough bad puns. Give them a listen and let them take you Over the Edge! Up the Irons! \m/ Geeks of the Week: Shane Hebert, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Mike Stewart, Kevin Williams, Anthony Britt, David Glynn, Aaron Baker, William Douglas, Rock N Ray Osborne, Ron Butler, Joe Lascon, FJA Mods, Ben Doubeldown Denman,Jeniffer Schliep,Dave Kostka, Dan Chaput, Brad Kalmanson, Wayne Cross, Mikael Burell, Dakota Denman, Hoops, Denman, Michael Wagener, Andrew Jacobs, Todd Cunningham, Cool World, James Brendon Dunn, Marc Alden Taylor, Adam Cox, Brent Tibbetts, Kenneth Roy, Greg McGlone, WhitePolarBearMount, Tom Smoke, Christopher Stokes, Stephen Atchison, Derik Novak, Sean Cullen, SNJM Session, Graham Spark, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor!, HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are joined this week by Ben and Dakota Denman for Shredders Discussion with Denman. In this long-form talk, you'll hear the history of this awesome young from Nashville by way of upstate New York. Multiple twists of fate took place to bring these guys where they are today including run-ins, collaborations, etc with rock personalities such as Mark Slaughter, Luc Carl, Greg Mangus, Tony Higbee, and ultimately Michael Wagener who produced their new 5 song EP, The Life We Live, that you can purchase HERE. Shredders Discussion   The guys in Denman are no strangers to shredding, as you'll hear throughout the show. They may be in their 20's but their influences fall right in line with what you, the Decibel Geek listener, like to hear. Shredders discussed include, of course, the big names such as Van Halen, Malmsteen, Vai, Satriani, Gilbert, etc. Other shredders discussed include Michael Angelo Batio, Vito Bratta, George Lynch, Dan Spitz, David Davidson (Revocation), and a debate on the merits of Vinnie Vincent. We hope you ENJOY Shredders Discussion with Denman and SHARE with a friend! More Denman! Buy 'The Life We Live' 5-song EP HERE! Help them win a slot opening for Bon Jovi HERE! Official Website Official Facebook Official Twitter Official Reverb Nation Official Youtube Official Instagram Buy Music! Van Halen Yngwie Malmsteen Vinnie Vincent Revocation Anthrax White Lion Judas Priest Dokken Joe Satriani Racer X Nitro Steve Vai iTunes Review: Best Rock N Roll Podcast Ever!! by Brian Troester on Feb 01, 2017 Rating: ★★★★★ If you're looking for great music and conversation look no further. Excellent guests with real stories and music that matters. I make it a point to listen to at least one episode every day. It's shows like this that prove rock n roll is alive and well!! Geeks of the Week: Dave Shirt, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Todd Cunningham, Kal Hinz, Thomas Mucaji, Derek Leyba, Joe Lascon, Kevin Williams, David Glynn, Brian Knapp, Trevor McDougall, Joseph Capone, Wayne Cross, Adam Cox, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Sean Cullen, Mike Grabowski, Andrew Jacobs, Warren Money, Kenneth Roy, Mikael Burell, Greg McGlone, Marc Alden Taylor (Free Form Rock Podcast), Shane Hebert, Daniel Lee, Derek Novak, Tom Smoke, Jeff Mendenhall, Christopher Stokes, Luc Carl, Ernesto Aguilar, David Glynn, Graham Spark, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sirius/XM deejay Luc Carl joins Chris & Aaron this week for Six Songs Luc Carl Thinks You Should Hear. In this long-form episode, Luc and the guys discuss a variety of subjects including record store release days, why it's a bad idea to wear a Metallica shirt in front of Dave Mustaine, and the best motorcycle route in Tennessee among much more. Luc Carl On top of all that, Luc's got Six Songs that he thinks you, the listener, should hear. Great tunes from the likes of AC/DC, Faster Pussycat, Motorhead, Rhino Bucket, White Zombie, and Van Halen are included. We hope you enjoy Six Songs Luc Carl Thinks You Should Hear and SHARE with a friend! More Luc Carl! Official Twitter Boneyard Hair Nation Buy Music! Keel Dokken Metallica White Zombie Van Halen Faster Pussycat Motorhead Rhino Bucket AC/DC iTunes Review: 5 thumbs up ★★★★★  in iTunes by Andy G from Toronto from Canada on January 17, 2017        I love you guys. Recently you turned me on to so many things, Detective, Ace Frehley solo stuff, too many to mention. I write the names down in the middle of the night. I have been drumming since 8th grade , or grade 8 as we say in Canada. I am a VP stuffy banker now but fortunate enough to still drum with my band The Big Wigs at charity events in the big T.O. We cover Cheap Trick, ACDC , Bowie etc . mostly 70s. I am am a little older than you guys so I remember seeing the made for TV KISS movie, premier on my parents fat box TV. I am sure that your Canadian friends have told you about GODDO> If you like Pat Traverse etc. Check out Goddo on youtube>        Geeks of the Week: Justin Melrock, Alexx Michael, Anthony Britt, Greg York, Brandt Cattell, Anthony Visconti, Brian Knapp, Joe Lascon, Marc Alden Taylor (Free Form Rock Podcast), Keith Doyle, Ryan Sessions, Alex Thorn, Eric Czynszak, Paul Watson, Tom Cullen, Rich Canamar, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Thomas Mucaji, Dan Chaput, Matt Ashcraft, William Douglas, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Wally Norton, Heavy Metal Dug the Devil, Derek Leyba, Martin Wenham, Mike Stewart, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, Craig Broderick, Kenneth Roy, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Justin Ace Sixx, Warren Money, Paul Stamm, Shane Hebert, Rob Webb, Jeffery Mendenhall, Thorbjorn Olsson, Andrew Kiss, Brad Shick, Dave Kostka, Derek Novak, Christina Greene, Trevor McDougall, Paul Korn, Adam Cox, Aaron Baker, Todd Cunningham, Chad Pollock, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, Bakko, Snark at the Moon, Bakko Photo, Cobras & Fire Rock Podcast, Mikael Burell, The Rockin’ Donkey, Darren Haigh, Reign of Zaius, Eric Moore, Shawn Franklin, Stephen Atchison, Donna Burgess, Nick Rose, Daniel Lee, Jason Mahar, Ernesto Aguilar, Richard Stritch, Tom Smoke, Graham Spark, David Glynn, Colin Francis, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drummer Bobby Rock joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Vinnie Vincent Invasion All Systems Go. In this long-form discussion, Bobby goes into detail on the tour leading up to the recording of this sophomore album; including his recollection of equipment being confiscated due to a pending lawsuit filed by former New England drummer Hirsh Gardner against Vinnie Vincent. A lot of tension was building around the recording of All Systems Go with pressure coming down from Chrysalis label heads pushing for more restrained playing from Vincent. That tension would grow to a boil as label moves and band machinations began to cause a separation between the members of the band. In this long form discussion, Bobby shares his feelings on this pressure as well as how the band reacted to it through the recording process. All Systems Go In this Albums Unleashed special, Bobby Rock discusses the songs on All Systems Go and why certain songs didn't get the push they didn't deserve such as the lack of video for opening track, Ashes to Ashes. Other items discussed include a managerial change in the band during the recording process as well as a tour that was in the works with another guitar hero that fell through. Near the end of the discussion, Bobby is asked about his interest in the off-chance that he'd be asked to be part of an Invasion reunion. His answer might surprise you. Bobby Rock is currently drumming for Lita Ford. You can keep track of Bobby at the links below. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Vinnie Vincent Invasion All Systems Go and SHARE with a friend! More Bobby Rock! Official Website Instagram Facebook Buy Music! Vinnie Vincent Invasion Bobby Rock Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to countdown their Top 10 albums of the year that was in Best of 2016 - Ep269. In this 2 hour-plus episode, your hosts find themselves looking back on a year that had many highs as well as lows. The music world lost a ton of talent; causing many to label it the "worst year ever." While those losses certainly stung the guys as well, they prove in this episode that there was a ton of great music released in 2016 including albums from legends such as Metallica, Megadeth, Suicidal Tendencies, and Testament. Best of 2016 Other great releases came from bands such as Volbeat, Tango Down, Crobot, The Dead Daisies, and many, many more. In this long-form episode the guys knock back a few beers and blast out some great rock and metal from the year that was 2016. We hope you enjoy Best of 2016 - Ep269 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Killer Bee Crobot The Treatment Metallica Megadeth Volbeat Tango Down Suicidal Tendencies Love Razer Denman Butch Walker Monte Pittman The Dead Daisies Last in Line Tygers of Pan Tang A Rebel Few Ace Frehley Michael Sweet Glenn Hughes Hellyeah Jackyl iTunes Review: They Got it Right (This Time)! by Buy YES Music on Dec 15, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Great podcast! They have finally hit their stride! For those of you who don't know, these dudes have been at this podcasting thing for quite some time. They may have changed their names since their original podcasts, but I was able to figure out their ruse. ("Czynszak" - really,... that's the best you could come up with?) You see back in the day, Chirs Sinsack and Aaron Pinto hosted a great YES podcast called "Close to the Edge of Our Lonely Hearts". Unfortunately, it only lasted a couple of episodes, because the shows lasted for 12 hours due to the self-indulgent nature of prog rock. ITunes cyber police pulled it for breaking bandwidth rules and the guys were without a show. A few months later, I stumbled on to a Juice Newton fanatics podcast called "Juice Box" and recognized some familiar voices. However, that show didn't last long either since Aaron kept falling asleep during the taping and because of the fact that there were only 3 listeners (Chris apparently had multiple accounts). Then I heard this fantastic podcast called Decibel Geek that covered all things Hard Rock & Metal (and covered it really well!). Although the names had been changed to protect the innocent, it was definitely Chris & Aaron. These guys do a hell of a job bringing fresh perspectives to the genre and a lot of it's sub-genres in the metal world. On a weekly basis you can expect great interviews, amazing knowledge of the bands & eras and lots of laughs with guys that seem like your friends back home. 5 starz all the way! Geeks of the Week: Derek Leyba, Dennis Gamez, Kal Hinz, Anthony Britt, Chad Pollock, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Jeffrey Mendenhall, Greg York, Andrew Kiss (Podcast Rock City), Wayne Cross, Kevin Williams, Mikael Burell, Kenneth Roy, Mike Grabowski Warren Money, Aaron Baker, Shane Hebert, David Glynn, Marc Alden Taylor, Brandt Cattell, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Trevor McDougall, Brian Knapp, Andrew Jacobs, Paul Korn, Adam Cox, Greg McGlone, Eric Moore (Off Our Meds Podcast), Daniel Lee, Rick Friel, The Rockin Donkey, Christopher Stokes, Derik Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, Focus on Metal podcast, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a new year filled with new album possibilities and Aaron Camaro, covering for an ailing Chris Czynszak, takes you through his Album Anticipation 2017. In this hour-plus episode, Aaron talks about the possible rock/metal releases slated for the new year. Album Anticipation 2017 In this long-form episode you'll hear tracks from great artists such as Lizzy Borden, Danko Jones, Guns N' Roses, Jack Russell's Great White, Marilyn Manson, Orchid, ACCEPT, Phil Lews & Tracii Guns, Jizzy Pearl, and Overkill. A lot of great music and talk in this episode. We hope you enjoy Album Anticipation 2017 - Ep268 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! ACCEPT Marilyn Manson Lizzy Borden LA Guns Jizzy Pearl Overkill Great White Orchid Guns N Roses Danko Jones Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran tour bus driver Jeremy Owsley joins the guys this week to share some Tour Bus Tales that include the likes of Metallica, Megadeth, Marilyn Manson, Korn, Danzig, and many more! The son of a pedal steel player and bus driver, Jeremy was raised in the music industry. His crib was a road case, literally! Raised in the Nashville area, he was constantly surrounded by talent from all genres of music and quickly made inroads as a bus driver and drummer. Tour Bus Tales In this long-form discussion, Jeremy shares his history in and around the music business as well as some very interesting stories of driving some rock and metal legends and how certain interactions with them have left their mark; for good or bad. We hope you enjoy Tour Bus Tales with Jeremy Owsley and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Volbeat Megadeth Danzig Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back this week to pick up where they left off with Gary Corbett reliving more Eric Carr memories. The conversation picks up with much more home video commentary including KISS' appearance at the Monsters of Rock festival in 1988, run  ins with wild fans in Budapest Hungary, a strange trip to Iceland, and much more video from the road. Eric Carr Memories The guys also wrap things up with a discussion with Gary about what Eric would think about the music business these days, what he would be doing if he were around today, as well as talk about a long-rumored reunion tour in 1990 that didn't come to fruition. The Decibel Geek podcast wants to thank Gary Corbett for sharing more great Eric Carr memories and we look forward to his next appearance. We hope you enjoy Eric Carr Remembered with Gary Corbett Pt2 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS iTunes Review: Pyromania rss feed in iTunes by Cusano Vs Klein from Australia on October 21, 2016 Load the pyro and crank the Marshall stacks. This podcast is "Louder than hell" and packed with "Sweet emotion". Your hosts Chris and Aaron are true "Defenders of the faith" and not afraid to "Unchain the night" and "Ride the Wind". So what are you waiting for? Grab a bottle of "Nightrain" and get ready to "Jump in the fire". Two horns all the way up!! Geeks of the Week: Aaron Baker, Mike Stewart, Peter Carosella, Ian Hadley, Thomas Mucaji, Matt Ashcraft, Michael Bartley, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Robert Gunner Freeman, Mark Gray, Chad Pollock, Kenneth Roy, Darren Parkin, Dave Kostka, Wally Norton, John Phillips, Joey Vanchieri, Derek Leyba, Christina Greene, Marc Alden Taylor, Stacey Sullivan, Neil Johnson, Chris Karam, Andrew Jacobs, Bakko, David Glynn, Pier Lorenzo, Rib Harris, Rockin Ron Runyon, Shane Hebert, Wayne Cross, Colin Francis, Paul Watson, Sean Cullen, Adam Cox, Trevor McDougall, Mikael Burell, Kevin Williams, Podcast Rock City, Paul Korn, Dan Chapter, Brent Walter, Brandt Cattelll, Justin Ace Sixx, Spicoli, Joe Lascon, Christopher Stokes, Rick Friehl, James Mcellhinney, Off Our Meds podcast, Joe Bechtel, Derek Novak, Dug the Devil, Ernesto Aguilar, Sean Franklin, Ruben Garcia, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former KISS keyboardist and friend of Eric Carr joins the guys this week to celebrate the life of the late drummer on the 25th anniversary of his loss. Gary joined KISS in 1987 for the Crazy Nights tour and remained with the band throughout 1990's Hot in the Shade tour. During this period he developed a close bond with Eric Carr as the two would spend much of their free time entertaining each other on the road. In this long form talk, Gary shares stories from his friendship with Eric including some behind the scenes stories that should be new to many KISS fans. Eric Carr Also, Gary shows Chris and Aaron some home videos from his days in KISS and gets their reactions. Footage viewed includes an impromptu 40th birthday party in Eric's hotel room attended by Eric, Gary, Gene Simmons, Bruce Kulick and then-girlfriend Carrie Stevens. Other candid footage discussed includes a golf outing in Ireland with Paul Stanley and a famous British singer he was dating at the time. The guys also view and discuss some cool live footage from the Monsters of Rock tour of Europe in 1988 as well as shows on the Hot in the Shade tour. This conversation went very long and was a lot of fun thus, the necessity to break it up into parts. Part 1 is just the tip of the iceberg as there's much more Eric Carr and KISS talk to come in Part 2. We hope you enjoy Eric Carr Remembered with Gary Corbett Pt1 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you another huge slab of great rock to shove down your ear holes with Radio Sucks Radio Show v27. In this hour-plus music and discussion episode, the guys talk about recent events including KISS Kruise VI that had the band donning their Creatures of the Night era costumes and performing such deep cuts as Rock n Roll Hell, Keep Me Comin', Wouldn't You Like to Know Me, and Radioactive. The guys also discuss the great material and contributions from the Decibel Geek team at the Rock N' Skull festival in Illinois. Tons of great video of the festival is included on the Decibel Geek Youtube page including a number of Decibel Geek staffers introducing Stephen Pearcy to the stage! Radio Sucks Radio Show v27 On top of that you'll get killer cuts from Arcade, Eclipse, KISS, Tuff, WASP, Motley Crue, Hair of the Dog, Racer X, Clutch, and Guns of Nevada. It's a ton of great rock so give it a listen! We hop you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v27 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Arcade Eclipse Tuff KISS WASP Motley Crue Hair of the Dog Racer X Clutch Guns of Nevada iTunes Review: On the Rails! by J J Mac on Nov 07, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Great discussions and interviews. Love the mix of old, new and rare music. Keeps me entertained at work while I'm loading & unloading coal on my crazy train! Geeks of the Week: Mikael Burell, Mike Stewart, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Heavy Metal Dug the Devil, Justin Melrock, Brent Tibbetts, Dennis Gamez, Dave Shirt, David Glynn, Anthony Visconti, Brian Knapp, Derik Novak, Chris Karam, Greg York, Todd Cunningham, Kenneth Roy, Anthony Britt, Kevin Williams, Martin Wenham, Brandt Cattell, Adam Cox, Dan Chaput, Marc Alden Taylor, Wayne Cross, Trevor McDougall, Greg McGlone, Andrew Jacobs, Bakko, Cobras & Fire: Rock Podcast, Paul Watson, James McEllhiney, The Bootleg Bootleg Podcast, The Rockin’ Donkey, Billy Hardcore, Derik Novak, Colin Francis, Off Our Meds Podcast, Daniel Lee, Jeff Mendenhall, HalfAce, Chad Liesener, Ruben Garcia, Darryl Alber, Sean Cullen, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris & Aaron return this week to focus on bands that gave us a single great album and then disappeared with One and Done - Ep261. In this long-form music and discussion episode, your hosts present 10 what-could-have-been cases involving great one album bands including Trigger, Mad Season, Heavy Bones, Life Sex & Death, Slammin' Gladys, Betty Blowtorch, Cats in Boots, Loudmouth, Pariah, and Imperial Drag. We hope you enjoy One and Done - Ep261 and SHARE with a friend! One and Done Buy Music! Trigger Mad Season Heavy Bones Life Sex & Death Slammin Gladys Betty Blowtorch Cats in Boots Loudmouth Pariah Imperial Drag iTunes Review & Shout Out: Alexi Lalas !!!! by parcored56 on Oct 19, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Your latest show featuring the music of Ratt with soccer player and analyst Alexi Lalas is one of the best podcasts I've ever listened to !Thank you ! From Fan Page Message: Hello me and my family are huge fans of your podcast - we love it and never miss one , we just wondered if we could get a mention on your podcast from lee beet and the beet family listening from Birmingham U.K ??..  - Lee Anthony Beet Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skid Row bassist Rachel Bolan and producer Michael Wagener join the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Skid Row. Recorded in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Skid Row was released January 24, 1989 on Atlantic Records. Thanks to strong response to singles such as 'Youth Gone Wild,' '18 and Life,' 'Piece of Me,' and the ballad 'I Remember You,' Skid Row would go on to sell over 5 million copies. This self-titled debut featured the talents of bassist Bolan, drummer Rob Affuso, singer Sebastian Bach, and the twin-guitar assault of Scotti Hill and Dave "The Snake" Sabo. In this nearly two hour discussion, Bolan discusses the early days of Skid Row, including a period pre-Bach that featured vocalist Matt Fallon. Fallon would unfortunately go down in infamy as someone that lost out on stardom not once but twice as he was jettisoned from jobs with Anthrax and Skid Row. Bolan also shares the circumstances that led to Bach's hiring at the young age of 19. Michael Wagener shares his memories of how he was brought on board to produce the album by A&R man Jason Flom and Skid Row manager Doc McGhee. Albums Unleashed Skid Row Skid Row's beginnings were helped in part to Bon Jovi. Guitarist Sabo was childhood friends with Jon Bon Jovi  and the friends had agreed to help each other out if one "made it" before the other. But Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora were not going to lend a hand until Skid Row was ready. In this long-form discussion, Bolan shares stories of rounds of songwriting between he and Sabo being critiqued by the two Bon Jovi leaders and scrutinized until they deemed the band ready. Recording the album in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Skid Row and Wagener got down to business right away. In this discussion, Michael shares his memories of the production of 'Skid Row' and how the band, while certainly having a wild side, were all business when it came to their time in the studio. Rachel also remembers the hobbies that he took up to help pass the time in the Midwest during production. Bolan and Wagener detail track by track the songwriting and production of each song on the album. It's an in-depth look behind the scenes of one of the biggest hard rock debut albums of all-time. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Skid Row with Rachel Bolan and Michael Wagener and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Skid Row More Rachel Bolan! Facebook Skid Row Official Website Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Soccer legend Alexi Lalas joins the guys this week for a RATT Discussion; breaking down all eight studio albums and discussing the history of the band. RATT was one of the most notable bands to emerge from the burgeoning Sunset Strip era of the early 1980's. From the self-titled EP that earned them a roster spot on Atlantic Records to the breakthrough success of Out of the Cellar, RATT let the world know early and often that they were a force to be reckoned with. Guitarists Robbin Crosby and Warren DeMartini formed a tandem that would write some of hard rock's most memorable riffs. Bobby Blotzer and Juan Croucier combined for a powerful rhythm section. And Stephen Pearcy topped things off with a sleazy look and vocal delivery that made RATT stand out from the pack. RATT Discussion with Alexi Lalas In this nearly 2-hour music and discussion talk, Alexi Lalas explains how he first discovered RATT as a youngster in suburban Detroit. In addition to the muscial influence the band had on him, he shares stories of how the band's fashion sense rubbed off on him. It's no doubt a fact that RATT's influence would help inspire Alexi to have one of the most unique looks in the world of sports in the 1990's. Alexi Lalas Your three hosts break down every album including the often-underrated Dancing Undercover as well as Detonator. They also discuss later albums including the 1999 self-titled album that sported a different sound than what most RATT fans were accustomed to. 2010 saw RATT return to form with Infestation; a solid slab of classic-sounding RATT material that the rock world took to immediately. In this long-form episode, Alexi shares his thoughts on these albums as well as the situation concerning Bobby Blotzer's new version of RATT, the legal wrangling that's been taking place over the last year, and the recent Monsters of Rock Cruise performance of the remaining members of RATT. It's a solid block of RATT and Roll. We hope you enjoy RATT Discussion with Alexi Lalas and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! RATT Alexi Lalas More Alexi Lalas! Official Twitter Official Facebook Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys blast a bunch of awesome songs and simultaneously tip their hat to the good guys in law enforcement with Crankin the Law - Ep258. In this hour-plus block of rock, your hosts spin killer law-related tracks from the likes of Helloween, X-Cops, Hardcore Superstar, Motorhead, Saxon, Suicidal Tendencies, Soundgarden, Anthrax, Anti-Nowhere League, and Stryper. Crankin the Law They also discuss law enforcement and its effect on society and rock n' roll. We hope you enjoy Crankin the Law - Ep258 and SHARE with a friend! iTunes Review: Unbe-friggin'believable!!! by tjcarolina on Sep 21, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Holy S#@T!!! Great Episode this week. "Rare Hair" was killer. This week was just phenomenal as is every week. Even when they banter incessantly about KISS they are still entertaining and informative. Never seems to disappoint. Makes me look forward to every upcoming week to get the new episodes!! They constantly remind us that there are more to the bands we love beside "The Hits"! Rare Hair got down to the meat and potatoes of why we love the bands we do. The Hits brought us the band, Rare Hair showed is why they are still in our hearts. Keep the flag flying guys!!! Geeks of the Week: Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), David Glynn, Anthony Britt, Derek Leyba, Mike Stewart, Adam Cox, Matt Ashcraft, Greg York, Brad Shick, Kenneth Roy, Chris Karam, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Marc Alden Taylor, Kevin Williams, Justin Ace Sixx, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Thomas Mucaji, Warren Money, Wally Norton, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Aaron Baker, Andrew Jacobs (x100), Brian Knapp, Darren Parkin, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Trevor McDougall, Mikael Burell, Brent Tibbetts, Wayne Cross, Todd Cunningham, Shane Hebert, Mark Milner, Stacey Sullivan, Tom Smoke, Richard Stritch, Darren Helliwell, Ernesto Aguilar, Derk Novak, The Off Our Meds Podcast, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Helloween X-Cops Hardcore Superstar Motorhead Saxon Suicidal Tendencies Soundgarden Anthrax Anti-Nowhere League Stryper Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys return this week to kick off a new show concept based on how music relates to human emotions; the first of which is Happiness. In this long form music and discussion episode, you'll get tips on how to achieve happiness. You'll also learn steps you can take to prevent unhappy psychotic vampires from sucking away your joy. Happiness - Ep257   In addition to the great tunes selected by your hosts that inspire their own happiness, you'll also get tracks suggested by listeners that have helped keep their chin up. Songs from David Lee Roth, Y&T, Nazareth, Bon Jovi, Poison, Edguy, Reckless Love, KISS, Slash's Snakepit, and Enuff Z'nuff. We hope you enjoy Happiness - Ep257 and SHARE with a friend! iTunes Review: Keep the Decibels rising! by Stepxen on Sep 15, 2016 RATING: ★★★★★ Decibel Geek was one of the first podcasts I started liste Rxning to and they have given me much to enjoy! Great interviews and Albums Unleashed on some of my favorites! Chris and Aaron have a good chemistry and while one loves Ugly Kid Joe way to much they both love KISS and that's fine by me!My absolute favorite episode is the episode on DaDa. Any show that does a full episode interviewing the GREAT Dick Wagner about the vastly underrated DaDa album has my glowing adoration. That album is so genius and overlooked and I am so glad that you guys interviewed him before he was gone about this gem!The John Corabi and Toby Wright (Carnival) interviews were great too, both albums are largely overlooked but the s/t Motley album is IMO their best and Carnival is easily in my top 3 KISS albums of all times, so to hear the behind the scenes stories was wonderful! Keep up the good work guys! Geeks of the Week: Andrea Snyder Bennett, Joe Royland,Sit and Spin with Joe, Brandt Catell, Derek Leyba, Greg York, Mike Stewart, Anthony Britt,  Thomas Mucaji, Hunter Lovan, Ian Wadley, Matt Ashcraft, Cool World, James Brendon Dunn, Kevin Williams, Trevor McDougall, Wayne Cross, Adam Cox, John Michaels, Guillaume Pepin, Brad Shick, Rockin Ron Runyon,Anthony Corder, Desiree Cox, David Glynn, Tyson Leslie, Marc Alden Taylor, Brent Tibbetts, Mikael Burell, Andrew Jacobs, Podcast Rock City, Kenneth Roy, Christina Greene, Shane Hebert, Off Our Meds Podcast, Richard Stritch, James McEllhiney, Cameron Guidi, Daniel Lee, Ernesto Aguilar Buy Music! David Lee Roth Nazareth Poison Bon Jovi Y&T Reckless Love Enuff Z'nuff Slash Edguy KISS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by musician/promoter Tyson Leslie for Rare Hare; an hour-plus of great talk and music including tracks from Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Bon Jovi, David Lee Roth, Cinderella, Vain, Mr. Big, and Great White. All of the songs on this week's show will be performed at the upcoming Rare Hare 3 concert that is taking place in Nashville, TN at 12th & Porter on Monday, September 26th. Rare Hare In this long-form discussion and music episode, Tyson shares the Rare Hare series story. This series of concerts features professional musicians of multiple genres coming together for a night of deep cuts that celebrate one of our favorite eras of music. Tyson relays how the shows have been set up and how, through this burgeoning Nashville community, it's brought business relationships and friendships together as well as a chance to see some of our Hair-era heroes performing their own songs in an intimate setting. Among the recognizable names performing this time are Anthony Corder (Tora Tora), Dave Marshall (Vince Neil, Slaughter), Greg Mangus, Peter Baltes & Christopher Williams (ACCEPT), Sandy Gennaro (Blackjack), ZP Theart (Skid Row, Dragonforce), Jeff Labar (Cinderella), Ricky Dover (The Tip), Jeremy Asbrock (Rock N Roll Residency, John Corabi), Ryan Cook (Big Rock Show, Hard of the Dog), Rachel Bolan (Skid Row), Dakota Denman (Denman), Anthony Focx (Beautiful Creatures). During the discussion the guys each pick three songs that are slated for the upcoming Rare Hare 3 show as a cool way to give you a preview of what to expect. It's a fun discussion underscored by a ton of great tunes. We hope you enjoy Rare Hare with Tyson Leslie and SHARE with a friend! Rare Hare Info! Click HERE for full details! Buy Music! David Lee Roth Bon Jovi Great White Judas Priest Cinderella Mr. Big Vinnie Vincent Invasion Black Sabbath Vain Skid Row Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back this week to bring you a bunch of rare ear candy from some of your favorite bands with Demolicious vol2 - Ep255. Awesome tracks from legends such as Ozzy Osbourne, Van Halen, AC/DC, DIO, and Scorpions are included. Demolicious vol2 Demolicious vol2 also features some great unreleased gems from White Lion, Type O Negative, Skid Row, Killer Kane/W.A.S.P. and Angora. On top of all that, the guys share a short clip of a never-before-heard clip of Mr. Big's Eric Martin singing on the demo for Winger's 'Miles Away,' kindly provided by past guest and friend of the show Paul Taylor! Lots of great rock songs to make your week kick ass! We hope you enjoy Demolicious vol2 - Ep255 and SHARE with a friend! iTunes Review: The math checks out! in iTunes by pleeb from USA on August 12, 2016        If you thought math in an audio podcast form sounds boring, check this podcast out. The Decimal Geeks turn math into a radio play with numbers. You are so absorbed by the comedy and soundscape that you subliminally learn all kinds of neat math tricks. Example: To quickly multiply by 5, dive the number in two and then multiply it by 10. The hosts Chris SynchMath and Aaron CosineMajor really make math fun… and ALMOST cool. All my friends at the University of Wisconsin—​Madison listen but show is great for students at any level. And give the show a try, even if you don’t think you like math. As they say at the end of each show: "The Hypotenuse has a square on, which is equal Pythagoras instructed, to the sum of the squares on the other two sides If a triangle is cleverly constructed.”     Geeks of the Week: Thorbjorn Olsson, Brad Kalmanson, Mike Stewart, Kenneth Roy, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat), Matt AShcraft, Sean Cullen, Anthony Britt, Al Scoggan, Kevin Williams, Thomas Mucaji, Darren Parkin, Paul Stamm, Todd Cunningham, Joey Vanchieri, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Paul Watson, Shane Hebert, Brandt Cattell, Trevor McDougall, Alex Ferenc, Dan Chaput, Greg McGlone, Brent Tibbetts, Podcast Rock City, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Aaron Baker, Joe Lascon, Adam Cox, Mikael Burell, Wayne Cross, Andrew Jacobs, Warren Money, David Glynn, Brian Knapp, Derik Novak, Jeff Mendenhall, James McEllhiney, MusicMagsAndWax, Darren Helliwell, Bette Schmidt, Cameron Guidi, Ernesto Aguilar, The TJE Podcast Buy Music! Ozzy Osbourne AC/DC DIO Scorpions White Lion Type O Negative Skid Row Killer Kane W.A.S.P. Angora Winger Mr. Big Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Toomey from Talk Toomey podcast joins the guys this week for Metallica Discussion; 2 hours-plus of talk about the band's 9 official studio albums as well as their history. Formed in 1981 in Los Angeles, Metallica would eventually solidify their original lineup of James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Dave Mustaine, and Cliff Burton. The band would then move north to the Bay Area, sign a recording contract with Megaforce Records, fire Dave Mustaine, hire Kirk Hammett and the rest is thrash history. Metallica Discussion In this long-form music and discussion episode, the guys discuss each album chronologically from 1983's Kill 'Em All through 2008's Death Magnetic. Your three hosts this week also discuss the recently released title track to the upcoming Hardwired... to Self-Destruct and if they think that this could be the album to bring the old die-hards back into the fold. You can hear Joshua Toomey on the Talk Toomey podcast every week. Links below! More Toomey! Talk Toomey Podcast Official Website Talk Toomey Podcast on iTunes Talk Toomey on Facebook Talk Toomey on Twitter Buy Music! Metallica Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron are back for more with the 1974 Year in Review Part 2; a year that saw Tricky Dick hit the highway, Blazing Saddles run away with the box office, and Muhammad Ali rumble with George Foreman. The rock music world was just as active with formation of The Runaways, the live debuts of The Ramones and Bon Scott's AC/DC and Neil Peart joining RUSH. 1974 Year in Review Part 2 The guys take you through all of that and a ton more including news stories, classic commercials and loads of awesome music from the likes of Mountain, Judas Priest, Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Wishbone Ash, Deep Purple, Raspberries, KISS, Thin Lizzy, Slade, and more! We hope you enjoy 1974 Year in Review Part 2 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music: Mountain - “You Better Believe It” - Avalanche Bachman Turner Overdrive - "Not Fragile" - Not Fragile Judas Priest - "Rocka Rolla" - "Rocka Rolla"   Ronnie Wood - "Sure the One You Need" - I've Got My Own Album to Do" Sensational Alex Harvey - “Long Hair Music” - The Impossible Dream”   Ozark Mountain Daredevils - “Jackie Blue” - It’ll Shine When It Shines Scorpions - "Drifting Sun" - Fly to the Rainbow" Wishbone Ash - “Don’t Come Back” - There’s the Rub Deep Purple - “Stormbringer” - Stormbringer T. Rex - “Til Dawn” - Light of Love Hawkwind - “Lost Johnny” - Hall of the Mountain Grill Raspberries - “I Don’t Know What I Want” - Starting Over Montrose - “Paper Money” - Paper Money KISS - “Parasite” - Hotter Than Hell Spooky Tooth - “Fantasy Satisfier” - The Mirror Thin Lizzy - “It’s Only Money” - Nightlife Slade - “So Far So Good” - Slade in Flame Geordie - “Goin’ Down” - Don’t Be Fooled By the Name Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer Greg Mangus joins Chris and Aaron this week to discuss his "almost famous" career in music; one that includes numerous collaborations with notable musicians across multiple genres. Greg is well-known in Nashville music circles for a number of projects that include Thee Rock N Roll Residency, St. James Infirmary, Noise Pollution (AC/DC tribute), and Jimmy the Weed (Thin Lizzy tribute). Greg Mangus In this hour-plus talk, Greg shares some fantastic stories of his early days in the burgeoning Florida rock scene in the 1980's, a string of co-writes with R&B group Cameo, his move to New York city upon which he received a solo artist contract from Polygram Records (and the fallout that occurred thereafter), a left-turn away from rock with a boogie-swing band Set Em Up Joe, and ultimately the move to Nashville and a journey back into rock music. That journey would take him to Thee Rock N Roll Residency and, later, an onstage jam with Cheap Trick's Robin Zander and his endorsement of Greg to be the next singer for AC/DC. In this discussion, Greg shares his memory of what took place after that endorsement and how the door may not be closed on that situation. It's a fun talk filled with lots of great stories. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Greg Mangus and SHARE with a friend! MAN/GUS - A Tribute to AC/DC - The Bon Scott Years (featuring Greg Mangus, Phillip Shouse, Jeremy Asbrock, and Christopher Williams) will be performing on August 25, 2016 at 3rd and Lindsley in Nashville, TN. Click HERE for more info. More Mangus! Greg Mangus Official Website Greg on Facebook Thee Rock N Roll Residency St. James Infirmary Noise Pollution Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron are going back in time this week for the 1974 Year in Review Part 1; an hour-plus of pop culture, news stories, classic commercials, and loads of the music that made the first half of the year awesome. 1974 Year in Review Part 1 In this long form journey through the wayback machine, your host spin classic tracks from Foghat, Humble Pie, Sweet, Deep Purple, Ted Nugent, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Queen, Rush, Aerosmith, Budgie, Elf, The New York Dolls, UFO, Blue Oyster Cult, Status Quo, Budgie, Black Oak Arkansas, Uriah Heep, Johnny Winter, and some new band called KISS! All that and a ton more. Lots of nostalgia, great music, and even some platform heels! We hope you enjoy 1974 Year in Review Part 1 and SHARE with a friend!ufo Buy Music! Foghat Humble Pie Sweet Deep Purple Ted Nugent Lynyrd Skynyrd Queen Rush Aerosmith Budgie Elf New York Dolls UFO Blue Oyster Cult Status Quo Black Oak Arkansas Uriah Heep Johnny Winter KISS iTunes Review: My favorite podcast! by CrowRyche on Jul 26, 2016 RATING: ★★★★★ This is my go to podcast for all things rock! Aaron and Chris are AWESOME and the shows are very well done! Great new music, great classic music ... Great hosts! Do yourself a favor and subscribe now! Geeks of the Week: Mike Stewart, Shane Hebert, Derek Leyba, Shane Hebert, Joshua Toomey, Thomas Mucaji, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Matt Ashcraft, Kevin Williams, Paul Korn, Marc Alden Taylor, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Aaron Baker, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Andrew Jacobs, Brent Walter, Rich Dillon, Dan Chaput, David Glynn, Trevor McDougall, Greg McGlone, Gino Ames, Adam Cox, Wayne Cross, Anthony Britt, MIkael Burell, Marty Lang, Brent Tibbetts, Jesus Chrysler, Stack Burger, Derik Novak, TJ Cullen, The TJE Podcast, Ernesto Aguilar, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron are back this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v26; an hour-plus of classic tunes from Ozzy Osbourne, Sleeze Beez, and Steve Stevens. The guys also spin cool tracks from Jesus Chrysler and Local H as well as tons of new tunes from Denman, Volbeat, Faster Pussycat, Billy Talent, and Damon Johnson. Radio Sucks Radio Show v26 It's loads of great ear candy for you to inject. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v26 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Ozzy Osbourne Sleez Beez Steve Stevens Jesus Chrysler Local H Denman Volbeat Faster Pussycat Damon Johnson Billy Talent Geeks of the Week: Adam Cox, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Cameron Guidi, Chris Lyon, Michael Bartley, Robin Bennett, Ken Mills, Darren Parkin, Greg York, Neil Johnson, Todd Cunningham, Kenneth Roy, Thomas Mucaji, Rich Canamar, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, PJ Brown, Brent Tibbetts, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Mike Tyler, Ron Isbell, Joe Lascon, Brian Knapp, Rob Harris, KISS Army Omaha, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Pier Lorenzo, Wayne Cross, Trevor McDougall, Andrew Jacobs, Marc Alden Taylor, David Glynn, Mikael Burell, Shane Hebert, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Aaron Baker, Anthony Britt, Greg McGlone, Justin Ace Sixx, Jody Havenot (Podcast Rock City), James McEllhiney, Paul Watson, Stephen Atchison, Rock Soldiers, The Mooger Fooger, Ana Maria, Derik Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, Eric Desfeux, Tmok36, Ace Frehley Fans, Don Adkins, The TJE Podcast Patrick Francis Benefit Show: Tora Tora bassist Patrick Francis has been diagnosed with cancer. This has caused him to miss a lot of work and will continue to in the future. His close friends have put together a benefit show to help Patrick pay his bills and get back on his feet: August 24, at Minglewood Hall, Memphis TN featuring Every Mother’s Nightmare and Tora Tora. Full lineup, address, and ticket information available HERE GoFundMe page for Patrick Francis HERE Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Producer and longtime friend of Ace Frehley, Crazy Joe Renda stops by to share Ace Stories about everyone's favorite spaceman. Joe first came to prominence in KISS fan circles with the novelty song, 'Eugene' released under the moniker of Crazy Joe & The Variable Speed Band. The song would go down in KISSTORY as Ace Frehley's first musical project outside of the band as he's a co-writer and co-producer of the song. Joe also founded and ran North Lake Sound studio in White Plains, NY along with fellow songwriter Chip Taylor (known for ' Wild Thing', 'Rock Soldiers' and 'Angel of the Morning'). Joe is also the producer for prank phone call legends The Jerky Boys. Ace Stories with Crazy Joe Renda In this long-form conversation, Joe shares some incredible stories of hanging out with Ace Frehley and being around the business of KISS. Stories of the interpersonal relationships between Ace and the other members of the band are shared including the dynamic between the "2 camps" of Simmons and Stanley vs Criss and Frehley. Also included are Joe's recollections of Ace's decision to quit KISS and how Gene Simmons pleaded with Joe to attempt to keep Ace on as a member of the band. Other stories involving a testy meeting between Peter Criss and Eric Carr, loads of stories of Ace truly being a rock  n' roll wild man and so much more including the story of how 'Eugene' was created and how it connects to KISS (not in the way you would expect). It's an hour-plus of jaw dropping stories about Jendell's favorite son. We hope you enjoy Ace Stories with Crazy Joe Renda and SHARE with a friend!   [embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeZlXJtLhMQ[/embedyt] Buy Music! Crazy Joe & the Variable Speed Band on iTunes Ace Frehley KISS iTunes Review: Great podcast in iTunes by John 77 from USA on July 20, 2016         I've been listening to the Decibel Geek podcast for the past few years. Chris and Aaron have done so many fantastic interviews with musicians that respect and admire. I am a big Kiss fan that especially enjoys the Kissmas in July episodes. The Decibel Geek is definitely one of my absolute favorite podcasts out of all of the podcasts that I listen to. Keep up the great work Chris and Aaron. John in Central California         Geeks of the Week: Reseda Mark, Derek Leyba, Anthony Britt, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Matt Ashcraft, Joe Momma’s Werstling Podcast, Aaron Baker, Shane Hebert, Anthony Visconti, Mike Stewart, Greg York, Adam Cox, Rich Canamar, Cobras and Fire Podcast, Kevin Williams, Thomas Mucaji, Brad Kalmanson, Greg McGlone, Robin Bennett, Dan Chaput, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Giovanni Dutruit, Brandt Cattell, Mikael Burell, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Brian Knapp, Wayne Cross, Andrew Jacobs, Trevor McDougall, Marc Alden Taylor, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Brent Walter, Jason Gallinger, Shane Hebert, Sean Cullen, Matt Porter (The KISS Room), Greg Johnson, Derek Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, Monte Carr, Daniel Lee, Paul Watson, Ruben Garcia, The TMJE Podcast, The Mooger Fooger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The podfather, Ken Mills, joins Chris & Aaron this week for KISS Shoulda Been a Single as KISSMAS in July rolls on! In this long form discussion and music episode, the guys each pick 5 songs from all of KISStory that they think shoulda been a single. These could be songs that would have rescued ill-fated albums in the KISS catalog as well as songs that could have made a successful album even more successful. KISS Shoulda Been a Single   15 different KISS albums are used as sources; from the early days all the way to 2012 so there's a lot of variety on this one. We hope you enjoy KISS Shoulda Been a Single and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Brad Shick, Rich Canamar, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Mike Tyler, Todd Cunningham, Shane Hebert, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Matt Ashcraft, The Matty P and E Show, Thomas Mucaji, Kevin Williams, Terri Green, Kathleen Frazer Williams, Dan Chaput, Derek Leyba, Paul Watson, Christopher Williams, Brent Tibbetts, Andrew Jacobs, Brandt Cattell, Adam Cox, Joe Lascon, Wayne Cross, Rob Webb, Anthony Britt, Aaron Baker, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Kenneth Roy, The God of Thunder, Rob Harris, KISS Army Omaha, Chad Pollock, Brian Knapp, Trevor McDougall, Mikael Burell, TJ Cullen, The Mooger Fooger, Ruben Garcia, Darren Helliwell, Derik Novak, Daniel Lee, Don Adkins, The TMJE Podcast More Ken Mills! Podkisst Cheap Talk with Trick Chat Zilch!: A Monkees Podcast! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Accept drummer Christopher Williams stops by this week to discuss his lifelong love affair with the Hottest Band in the Land. In this long-form talk, Williams talks about his discovery of KISS via the MTV Unplugged appearance in 1995. He also talks about the MTV Video Music Awards performance that the reunited band gave under the Brooklyn Bridge as the clincher in his fandom. Christopher is no ordinary KISS fan. In this hour-plus discussion he describes the scenario which led him seek and acquire one of Peter Criss' reunion era drum sets. It's a great story that has many twists and turns. He also relives his first KISS concert and how he had interactions with each band member throughout the set. Christopher Williams Aside from playing with metal legends ACCEPT, Christopher works steadily in numerous other musical endeavors including performances with a local group of musicians known as Blonder Than Hell. This group features bassist ET Brown, Williams, and Thee Rock N' Roll Residency founders (and former guests on this show) Jeremy Asbrock and Phillip Shouse. This KISS tribute is absolutely incredible and is not afraid to deliver the rarities that the official product shies away from. This year, they are performing a KISSMAS in July gig in Nashville, TN at Exit/In. This special show will feature the band in full makeup and costume performing, in their entirety, the Hotter Than Hell and Destroyer albums. It's sure to be a great night so join Chris and Aaron if you can. More info can be found HERE. Geeks of the Week: The Matty P and E Show, Sean Cullen, Rich Canamar, Thomas Mucaji, Shane Hebert, Dave Huckridge, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), David Alpizar, Spicoli, Chris Karam, Mike Robinson, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Greg York, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Robin Bennett, Tim Dodge, Kenneth Roy, Mike Tyler, The God of Thunder, Greg Johnson, Joseph Ciambelli, Greg McGlone, Brandt Cattell, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Kevin Williams, Wayne Cross, Darren Parkin, Joey Vanchieri, Joe Polo (Podcast Rock City), Adam Cox, Joe Lascon, Robert Foster, Trevor McDougall, Andy Parker, Spencer Wetmore, Mikael Burell, Bakko, Brian Knapp, Peter Vassallo, Joel Hebensperger, Aaron Baker, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Andrew Jacobs, Marc Alden Taylor, Shawn Franklin, Ruben Garcia, Ernesto Aguilar, Paul Watson, Darren Helliwell, Colin Francis, Jules, James McEllhiney, Jay Szczeblewski, The TMJE Podcast, Collins, Darryl Alber, Derik Novak, The Mooger Fooger BUY MUSIC! ACCEPT KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KISSMAS in July is off and running as Chris and Aaron delve deep into the Roots of KISS. In this long-form music and discussion episode, the guys talk about bands that influenced each member; not only musically, but stylistically as well. Being that KISS is such a visual band, their influence come from a wide range of places. In this big block of talk and music, you'll get tracks from KISS influencers such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Alice Cooper, NY Dolls, Raspberries, Mountain, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Humble Pie, and Slade. Roots of KISS Also, you'll get an extra KISS-centric DBG VIP sampler that includes the guys pitting two KISS albums head to head in a VS. battle! All that and brand new Deep Thoughts with Gene Simmons! It's a 2 hour eargasm of KISS goodness! Check it out and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Darren Parkin, Brent Tibbetts, Andrew Jacobs, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Andy Lafon, Brandt Cattell, Shane Hebert, Kevin Williams, Greg McGlone, Chad Pollock, Mike Tyler, Greg York, Trevor McDougall, Paul Korn, Vinnie Vincent (Ian Wadley), James McCormack, Andrew Jacobs, Justin Ace Sixx, Kenneth Roy, Wayne Cross, Mikael Burrell, Thomas Mucaji, Aaron Baker, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Sean Cullen, Cool World, James Brenden Dunn, Adam Cox, Ernesto Aguilar, Chazz Stanley, Derik Novak, The TMJE Podcast, The Rockin’ Donkey Buy Music! The Beatles Led Zeppelin Alice Cooper NY Dolls Raspberries Mountain The Who Jimi Hendrix Humble Pie Slade Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One half  of the Rock & Metal Combat Podcast joins Chris and Aaron this week for Six Songs Ian Wadley Thinks You Should Hear. In this long-form discussion and music episode, Ian clues you in to some lesser known bands that you need to add to your collection as well as some monstrous deep cuts from some of your favorites. He gives the who, where, when, why, and how of these tunes and explains why they should occupy your musical vocabulary from now on. You'll get killer tracks from Iron Maiden, Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats, The Stooges, Van Halen, Orchid, and Faster Pussycat. Six Songs Ian Wadley   Check Ian and co-host Ralph "Dr. Fukk" Viera on the Rock & Metal Combat Podcast at the links below: Rock & Metal Combat Podcast Podcast Home Rock & Metal Combat Facebook Group Buy Music! Iron Maiden Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats Iggy & The Stooges Van Halen Orchid Faster Pussycat Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decibel Geek VIP subscriber Brian Davis joins Chris and Aaron this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show vol25; an hour-plus of great hard rock and metal handpicked for your listening pleasure. In this solid block of rock you'll get cool tracks from Aerosmith, Ugly Kid Joe, Hair of the Dog, Kortini, AC/DC, Badlands, KIX, Love/Hate, Bonafide, and Trouble. Radio Sucks Radio Show vol25   This cool episode was programmed by DBG VIP Brian Davis. He selected the songs he wanted to hear and guest hosted on the Decibel Geek episode he wanted to hear. Want to do the same thing? It's as easy as becoming a DBG VIP and selecting the subscription tier that allows you to guest on the show! Go to THIS LINK to get more information and join in on all the fun! Become a DBG VIP today! Buy Music! Aerosmith Ugly Kid Joe Hair of the Dog Koritni AC/DC Badlands KIX Love/Hate Bonafide Trouble Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer/Songwriter and member of Devil City Angels, Brandon Gibbs joins Chris and Aaron this week for a discussion of his career and future projects. In this hour-plus discussion, Brandon talks about his early influences in blues music including Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, his partnership with twin brother Brent that allowed him to open for many notable artists including Peter Frampton, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, and Poison. His friendship with Rikki Rockett would later earn dividends in the form of Devil City Angels (also including members Tracii Guns, Eric Brittingham and, later, Rudy Sarzo). In this long form discussion, Brandon shares his take on what's next for Devil City Angels and how the demands of the other members' projects have pushed him to find work in numerous ways in the music industry. Brandon Gibbs In May of 2015, Brandon Gibbs was thrust into a much bigger spotlight as he filled Bret Michaels' shoes as he led the other members of Poison (under the moniker 'The Special Guests') for a set of shows aboard the 2015 Monsters of Rock Cruise. In this episode, Brandon shares his memories of the audition process, his thoughts on the fan reaction to the shows, his take on Bret Michaels, as well as an update on what the remaining members of Poison have planned in the near future. Please use the links below to keep up with all things Brandon Gibbs. Special thanks to friend of the show and past guest Sher Bach for her help in arranging this interview. We hope you enjoy Conversation with Brandon Gibbs and SHARE with a friend! Brandon Gibbs Links: Official Website Official Facebook Official Twitter Buy Music! Brandon Gibbs Devil City Angels Poison Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to turn up the heat with Summer Fun; an hour-plus of music and discussion that celebrates our favorite time of the year. In this block of great rock and metal music you'll get warm weather tracks from Ramones, Y&T, Lizzy Borden, Danzig, King's X, Butch Walker, Joe Satriani, Tuff, Queens of the Stone Age, and Enuff Z'nuff. The guys also reminisce about some of their favorite memories and albums that remind them of summers past. We hope you enjoy Summer Fun and SHARE with a friend. Summer Fun iTunes Review: Thanx for the fix! by burnicely on May 20, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Hard rock is my drug of choice and I ’m always searching for my next high. Thank God for the Decibel Geeks and their Fresh Blood episodes. They turned me on to the Biters recently. I downloaded some tunes and was instantly hooked. Then I checked to see if they were on tour and discovered they were coming to my area next week! I'll definitely be front row and adding a new tee shirt to my collection. I'€™ll tell them the Decibel Geek sent me. Thanks Aaron & Chris! Geeks of the Week: Kal Hinz, Joey Vanchieri, Greg York, Brad Shick, Brad Kalmanson, Daniel Chaput, Adam Cox, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Cobras & Fire Podcast, Kevin Williams, Chad Pollock, Darren Parkin, Joe Lascon, Bakko, Talk Toomey Podcast, Wayne Cross, Brandt Cattell, Marc Alden Taylor, Greg McGlone, Paul Watson, Todd Cunningham, Spencer Wetmore, Mikael Burrell, Jason Seth, Andrew Jacobs, Brent Walter, James Brendon Dunn, Kenneth Roy, Trevor McDougall, Shane Hebert, Aaron Baker, Joe Momma’s Wrestling Podcast, Ernesto Aguilar, Billy Hardcore, The Rockin’ Donkey, Jimmy Pardo (shared twice!), TJ Cullen, Logan Novak, Jason Myers, John Morton, Derik Novak, 65 Buy Music! Ramones Y&T Lizzy Borden Danzig King's X Butch Walker Joe Satriani Tuff Queens of the Stone Age Enuff Znuff Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and host of Never Not Funny, Jimmy Pardo joins the guys this week for all talk about KISS fandom, comedy, podcasting, and a whole bunch more. In this hour-plus discussion, Jimmy talks about his long-running KISS fandom through the good times and the bad as well as his early days in standup comedy, running a record store, working for a record company, his groundbreaking podcast career, and his working relationship with Conan O'Brien and much, much more! We hope you enjoy Never Not Rocking with Jimmy Pardo and SHARE with a friend! Jimmy Pardo Jimmy Pardo Info: Official Website Official Twitter Official Facebook Never Not Funny on Twitter Never Not Funny on Facebook Rock Solid Podcast Info: Official Site KISS Keepers & Clunkers vol1 KISS Keepers & Clunkers vol2 Buy Music! KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to talk about festival season, and in particular, the awesome Farm Rock Nashville festival set to hit the Music City on June 3rd and 4th. In this hour plus solid block of audio you'll hear tracks from Farm Rock Nashville artists such as Killer Dwarfs, Tora Tora, Faster Pussycat, Ted Poley, Vince Neil, Tom Keifer, Kix, John Corabi (The Scream), Rikki Rockett, Slaughter and Veilside! Also on this double bill of awesome are Vixen, Nelson, Thee Rock N Roll Residency, Kickin' Valentina, Brandon Gibbs, Mycah, and Road Dawg. Farm Rock Nashville It's going to be an awesome weekend in Nashville to kick off June and Aaron and Chris can't wait to see you there! To help facilitate getting you there, the guys are giving away 5 pair of FREE tickets to BOTH days of Farm Rock Nashville! Want to win? All you have to do is listen to the episode and follow the instructions and you may be going to Farm Rock Nashville for FREE! We hope you enjoy Farm Rock Nashville Primer - Ep240 and SHARE with a friend! Farm Rock Nashville Info: Ticket Website Official Facebook Page Buy Music! Vince Neil Killer Dwarfs Tom Keifer Tora Tora Faster Pussycat Ted Poley KIX John Corabi Rikki Rockett Slaughter Veilside Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you Fresh Blood vol4; a jam-packed hour-plus of some of the best new hard rock and heavy metal out there that is sure to make your ears smile. In this block of fresh jams, you'll get killer tracks from the likes of Taberah, Lionsault, Kickin Valentina, The Struts, Archer Nation, 20 Watt Tombstone, Love Razer, The Biters, Silent Jack, and Night Demon.          Fresh Blood vol4 If you thought rock was dead, you're completely mistaken. Listen to Fresh Blood vol4 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Taberah Lionsault Kickin Valentina The Struts Archer Nation 20 Watt Tombstone Love Razer The Biters Silent Jack Night Demon Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week with an earful of joy with Radio Sucks Radio Show v24; an hour-plus of your hosts blasting great songs, old and new, that your local radio station is totally neglecting. In this edition, you'll get tracks from Faster Pussycat, Jetboy, Lynch Mob, Dangerous Toys, Izzy Stradlin, and Motley Crue. Radio Sucks Radio Show v24 You'll also get a brand new track from Ace Frehley, a double tribute to the late, great Prince and a track from the first ever Decibel Geek sponsored cd release with Acer Fury. It's a ton awesome hard rock and heavy metal for you to chew on. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v24 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Faster Pussycat Jetboy Motley Crue Dangerous Toys Lynch Mob Ace Frehley Prince Acer Fury Izzy Stradlin Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Jeremy Asbrock and Philip Shouse of Thee Rock N Roll Residency to discuss Guitar Duos. These two awesome musicians are regularly belting out a twin guitar attack every Tuesday night at the Residency. They are joined by numerous familiar names and faces every week and have been a huge factor in the rise of Nashville as a rock city. Thee Rock N Roll Residency has featured guests from a long line of legendary bands including Skid Row, ACCEPT, Cheap Trick, Deep Purple, Motley Crue, RATT and tons more including Alice Cooper himself. If you're ever in Nashville on a Tuesday night, you owe it to yourself to check out Thee Rock N Roll Residency. The venue is Harp & Fiddle. DJ Brandy Goldsboro starts at 7pm (no requests, trust us on this) and the band takes the stage at 8pm.                  Guitar Duos In this 2 hour discussion, you'll hear the guys discuss the evolution of guitar duos starting from the early days of The Beatles and going through the 70's with such acts as AC/DC and Thin Lizzy and into the 80's and 90's with the rise of metal and bands like Judas Priest, Queensryche, and many, many more. Tons of music, tons of stories, and a great trip down memory lane. We hope you enjoy Guitar Duos with Thee Rock N Roll Residency and SHARE with a friend! Thee Rock N Roll Residency Official Website Official Facebook               Thee Rock N Roll Residency Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys return this week to celebrate the show's birthday with a 5 Year Retrospective. In this 2 hour plus look back at the shows history, Chris and Aaron share the stories of how the show started, how Aaron came on board, some of their favorite memories, some of their not so favorite memories, great interviews they did, interviews that were planned (and in some cases, recorded) and then lost due to technical issues.         5 Year Retrospective In this long-form discussion of the show's history, you will hear audio clips from numerous episodes of the show to give your ears a true trip down memory lane. Part funny, part scary, and (hopefully) fully entertaining; we hope you enjoy 5 Year Retrospective and SHARE with a friend! Featured Artist: Snake Eyes Seven - Official Website Snake Eyes Seven appears courtesy HighVolMusic Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collectibles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are joined this week by filmmaker/guitarist Steve McClure to discuss the great new rock documentary Hair I Go Again; a film that follows the long journey of two middle aged guys attempting to put their 80's rock band back together, the twists and turns, highs and lows, and challenges they face. Along the way, the guys get an education in the form of advice from numerous 80's rock luminaries including The Killer Dwarfs, Lorraine Lewis (Femme Fatale), Warrant, Jason McMaster, Tesla, Jack Russell, Steve Blaze (Lillian Axe), and Ron Keel. They also get advice from media personalities such as Eddie Trunk and Luc Carl.             Hair I Go Again Hair I Go Again was a long time coming as the film was crowd funded a few years ago while the guys were on their journey to reunite the band. As you'll see in the film, getting 5 guys back together again is not an easy task. In this talk, Steve McClure shares his take on the making of the movie including quitting his day job to fully invest in this project, the tension between he and his partner on this journey Kyle Kruger, and what it was like to throw all caution to the wind in an effort to find out what might have been. Hair I Go Again is available NOW on 2 Disc DVD and Digital Download HERE Hair I Go Again Nashville Theater Screening Info: Franklin Theatre, Franklin TN - Wednesday April 13th @ 7pm. Tickets HERE Hair I Go Again National Screenings HERE iTunes Review: Thank Goodness For This Resource by Johnk5150 on Apr 04, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Killing some time while transitioning from one city to another I stumbled across this show by accident. I'm glad I did. I searched hard rock in iTunes and a breakdown of Warrant's Dog Eat Dog with producer Michael Wagener popped up. Being a huge fan of that perfect record I downloaded it to give it a shot. Wagener offered great insight and nuggets I had never known. The two hosts asked GREAT questions and they played most of an album I haven't heard in years. I went back and started picking off things that interested me. What I found was nothing less than brilliant. I had about 2800 CDs at the time. Having been re/introduced to things I'd never heard before or in years I went straight to the web and started buying music as if I had all the money in the world. I don't have all the money in the world. But I don't care as I have about a hundred more CDs as a direct result of this show. Who needs food? Music feeds my soul. These guys conduct great interviews and have been a great resource for hearing old forgotten classics. Just as important is they've introduced me to a lot of great new music. It's a great blend of memory lane and discovery street. Keep it up guys. You have a new subscriber and I will click through before purchasing anything on Amazon from now on. John Geeks of the Week: Rich Canamar, Todd Cunningham, Andrew Jacobs, Trapper Craine, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Martin Wenham, Lars Oyvinn Helden, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Daniel Jackson (“This should be very interesting…...Edit - these fuck heads are full of shit don’t listen to this!”), Mikael Burrell, Kevin Williams, Kenneth Roy, Brent Walter, John Philliips, Aaron Baker, Stan Jackson, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Greg McGlone, Marc Alden Taylor, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, Sean Cullen, Robin Bennett, Andy Parker, Craig Broderick, Bakko, Russell Minthorn, Spencer Wetmore, Shawn Rafferty, Joey Vanchieri, Justin Ace Sixx, Warren Money, Brandt Cattell, Ernesto Aguilar, Adam Cox Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return this week to bring you the second installment of one of their most popular themes with Shoulda Been a Single Vol2! In this long-form music and discussion episode, the guys put on their record executive hat to determine what songs could have been released as singles to help save or improve some of their favorite albums. Shoulda Been a Single Vol2 You'll get solid tracks from Motley Crue, Starz, Angel, King's X, Pariah, Anthrax, Van Halen, Guns N' Roses, Blind Melon, and Black Sabbath! Plus, an update on the strange dealings in an upcoming special interview for this show. We have you enjoy Shoulda Been a Single Vol2 and SHARE with a friend! iTunes Review: The Tradition Continues!!! by KISSxFanx95 on Mar 11, 2016 Rating: ★★★★★ Hey this is Aaron Baker here and i got a few awesome words to say about this amazing podcast and it goes like this: My Thursday tradition continues with this installment of The Decibel Geek Podcast and let me tell you what a podcast this is!! I may have plenty of Podcasts to listen to throughout the week but i always start off with the Decibel Geek Podcast and it just gets my day going from there!!! Aaron and Chris put their hearts and souls into every episodeand it shows ever week they thank the fans for supporting them through the years (may there be many more years of the Decibel Geek Podcast!!). Thank you guys for giving us hard rock and heavy metal fans such a great podcast and something we can use to prove Hard rock and Heavy Metal isn't dead just yet!!!! Geeks of the Week: Matt Ashcraft, John Phillips, Derek Leyba, Lars Oyvinn Helden, Sam Richmond, Greg McGlone, Kevin Williams, Mike Stewart, Dennis Gamez, Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast), Todd Cunningham, Shane Hebert, Brad Kalmanson, Otto erlend Gregersen, Rich “The Meister” Dillon, Chris Karam, Colin Francis, Marc Alden Taylor, Rich Canamar, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Brian Knapp, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Justin Ace Sixx, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Alex Ferenc, Trevor McDougall, Andrew Jacobs, Wayne Cross, Mikael Burrell, Kenneth Roy, Warren Money, Paul Stamm, Susan Kraft, Joey Vanchieri, Aaron Baker, David Glynn, MusicMagsAndWax, Billy Hardcore, Hoops, Collins, UncleDougW, The Mooger Fooger, Darren Helliwell, Ernesto Aguilar, Darryl Alber, Alex Thorn Buy Music! Van Halen King's X Motley Crue Starz Angel Pariah Anthrax Blind Melon Black Sabbath Guns N' Roses Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week your hosts return to celebrate the early days of one of America's greatest rock n' roll bands as they pick their Top 5 70's Aerosmith Songs! Top 5 70s Aerosmith Songs   The boys from Boston released an incredible strings of albums during this decade from the self-titled debut to Get Your Wings to Toys in the Attic to Rocks to Draw the Line to Night in the Ruts so the guys had a wide range of awesome material to choose from. We hope you enjoy Top 5 70's Aerosmith Songs and SHARE with a friend! iTunes Reviews: Love from the Talk Toomey Podcast by Tallk Toomey on Mar 13, 2016 RATING: ★★★★★ One of my favorite podcasts. I listen to them weekly and they make the workday go by so much faster. Chris and Aaron will bring up bands that no one has talked about since 1984 and make you remember why you loved them. A definite listen and love the Vinnie Vincent episoides. I used to like it...... by Lieshcritter on Mar 11, 2016 RATING: ★★★☆☆ Songs about school? Are you kidding me. The last 5 or six episodes have been really boring, please go back to playing cool songs. I don't know, I used to like it. Seems like you're trying news things, but the old ways are more fun to listen too. Geeks of the Week: Cobras & Fire Podcast, Matt Ashcraft, Mike Blount, Rich Dillon, Kevin Williams, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Mike Stewart, Aaron Baker, Colin Francis, Mikael Burrell, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Hair Band Heaven, Joseph Ciambelli, Andrew Jacobs, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Trevor McDougall, Wayne Cross, Antoni Espin Ufano, Greg McGlone, Marc Alden Taylor, Sammy Ball, Kenneth Roy, David Glynn, Joey Vanchieri, Dan Chaput, Sean Culletn, Robin Bennett, Bakko, Brent Walter, Billy Hardcore, Darryl Alber, hoops, Adam Cox, Ernesto Aguilar Featured Artist: Rabid Assassin Official Website Buy Music! Aerosmith Get Your Wings Toys in the Attic Rocks Draw the Line Night in the Ruts Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Load up your Trapper Keeper and sharpen your pencil as this week Aaron and Chris present School Daze; a collection of rock songs that reference the hormone-filled years that everyone dreamed of escaping, only to wind up wanting to go back.                  School Daze March is Music in Our Schools Month and this week you'll get cool education-related tunes by WASP, Dan Baird, .38 Special, John Corabi, Ace Frehley, Kik Tracee, and more! We hope you enjoy School Daze and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Monty Monette, Rich Canamar, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Derek Leyba, PJ Brown, Matt Ashcraft, Joshua Toomey, Colin Francis, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Andrew Jacobs, Aaron Baker, Shane Hebert, Mikael Burrell, Robin Bennett, Joe Lascon, Andrew Jacobs, Rockin’ ron Runyon, Greg McGlone, Joey Vanchieri, Brent Walter, Jason Wood, Bakko, Joseph Ciambelli, Kal Hinz, Wayne Cross, Marc Alden Taylor, Spicoli, Chad Pollock, Adam Cox, Trevor McDougall, Kevin Williams, Kenneth Roy, The Mooger Fooger, Ken Chase, Jesus Chrysler, Pep Pep, hoops, Derek Novak, Billy Hardcore, TJ Cullen, Music Mags and Wax Featured Artist: Snake Eyes Seven - Official Website Buy Music! Ace Frehley John Corabi AC/DC Dan Baird .38 Special Velvet Revolver Extreme WASP Kik Tracee Greta Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris & Aaron welcome back one of their favorite guests this week to present Six Songs Gary Corbett Thinks You Should Hear! The former KISS/Cinderella keyboardist joins the guys to present some great music by Deep Purple, Mountain, Humble Pie, Cinderella, and Skid Row. Some awesome tunes from the 70's and 90's in this one and details on Gary Corbett writing a memoir about his career in music! Six Songs Gary Corbett   E-mail Gary at garycorbettbook@gmail.com Featured Artist: Outlaws & Moonshine Official Website Outlaws & Moonshine appear courtesy HighVolMusic Geeks of the Week: Mike Blount, Colleen Boatmen-Katchenago, Robert Foster, Brian Knapp, Todd Cunningham, Rich Canamar, Dennis Gamez, Lars Oyvinn Helden, Kenneth Roy, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Aaron Baker, Matt Ashcraft, Tricia Lanford, Kevin Williams, Mike Stewart, Marc Alden Taylor, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Derik Novak, Andrew Jacobs, Adam Cox, Paul Stamm, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Joy Vanchieri, Billy Hardaway, Warren Money, The Mooger Fooger, Paul Watson, Darren Helliwell, Ernesto Aguilar, Billy Hardcore, hoops Buy Music! Humble Pie Deep Purple Mountain Cinderella Skid Row Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris & Aaron celebrate the king of shock rock as they each pick their Top 5 70s Alice Cooper Songs! In this hour-plus celebration, the guys spin tracks from Love It to Death, Killer, Billion Dollar Babies, School's Out, Welcome to My Nightmare, Goes to Hell, and From the Inside. Top 5 70s Alice Cooper Songs There was a lot of great material to choose from. What songs would YOU pick? We hope you enjoy Top 5 70s Alice Cooper Songs and SHARE with a friend. Geeks of the Week: Brian Knapp, Brent Walter, Rich Canamar, Mike Stewart, Dennis Gamez, Talk Toomey Podcast, Joe Lascon, Kevin Williams, Warren Money, Greg McGlone, Joey Vanchieri, Eric Reed, Wayne Cross, Marc Alden Taylor, Aaron Baker, Joe royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Joseph Ciambelli, Paul Stamm, Jason Wood, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Otto Erlend Gregersen, Mike Tyler, Andrew Jacobs, Trevor McDougall, Sean Cullen, Shane Hebert, Antoni Espin Ufano, Chad Pollock, hoops, Ernesto Aguilar, Derek Novak, Billy Hardcore, Adam Cox, MusicMagsAndWax, Allen Big Al Tate, Paul Watson, the Mooger Fooger Featured Artist Thomas - Official Website Thomas appears courtesy HighVolMusic Buy Music! Alice Cooper Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsors! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week your hosts return with Where You Come From - New York; an hour-plus of music and discussion of some of the greatest rock music to come out of the Big Apple. New York has a rich history in music, especially the roots of Punk and Glam in the early 70's and the emergence of hard rock later on. Where You Come From - New York   This week's episode intends to spotlight some of the greatest bands that come from this area. Included in this episode are great tracks from early pioneers such as Ramones and New York Dolls, early heavy metal from Riot, hard-hitting rock from Living Colour and Spread Eagle and the guys also touch on some guys from NY area that wore lots of makeup. It's a big slab of awesome rock from the big apple. Enjoy Where You Come From - New York and SHARE with a friend! Featured Artist: Strikeforce - Official Website Strikeforce appears courtesy HighVolMusic iTunes Review: Still going strong! by Snake65 (MelodicRock.com) on Dec 26, 2015 RATING: ★★★★★ Old school DJ's playing new and old music. Having an opinion. A good interview. And playing songs other than the "single". If these are things you miss I suggest listening to this podcast. Now listening for over 2 years I can't get enough. Some other i no longer listen but these guys hit the mark. Aaron and Chris play off each other great and you can tell they are friends, which lends to the positive feel. Geeks of the Week: Trevor Mcdougall, Talk Toomey Podcast, Joshua Toomey, David Alpizar, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Todd Cunningham, Bakko, Mike Stewart, Aaron Baker, Chad Pollock, Kevin Williams, Brian Knapp, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Rich Canamar, Derik Novak, Wayne Cross, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Billy Hardaway, Greg McGlone, Derek Leyba, Cool world, James Brendon Dunn, Marc Alden Taylor, Joe Lascon, Andrew Jacobs, Chad Wagner, Joseph Ciambelli, Brent Walter, Spicoli, Justin Ace Sixx, Kal Hinz, Billy Hardcore, Adam Cox, Hoops, Ernesto Aguilar, JasonR Buy Music! KISS Ramones New York Dolls Spread Eagle Living Colour Riot Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsors! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of National Heart Month, Chris and Aaron are back this week to spin some Songs with Heart. In this hour-plus episode, you'll get educated on better heart health as well as tracks from great hard rock artists like The Cult, DIO, Wildside, Aerosmtih, W.A.S.P., Skid Row and many others. It's an episode filled with entertainment and education. We hope you enjoy Songs with Heart and SHARE with a friend.         Songs with Heart Geeks of the Week: Jason Wood, Greg McGlone, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Mike Stewart, Matt Ashcraft, Derek Leyba, Shawn Franklin, Joe royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Todd Cunningham, Rich Canamar, Kal Hinz, Marc Alden Taylor, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Brian Knapp, Lars Oyvinn Helden, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Gino Ames, The Riff of the Day, Kevin Williams, Aaron Baker, Robin Bennett, Chad Pollock, Scott Harding, Sean Cullen, Joseph Ciambelli, Allen Tate, Billy hardaway, Brad Kalmanson, Brian Embrey, Trevor McDougall, Paul Stamm, Wayne Cross, Antoni Espin Ufano, Dan Chaput, Cool World, James Brendon Dunn, Ernesto Aguilar, Dave Stell, Hoops, Jack Broad, The Mooger Fooger, American Heart Month Info: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Communities, health professionals, and families can work together to create opportunities for people to make healthier choices. More info available HERE Featured Artist: Azrael's Bane (appears courtesy High Vol Music) Official Website Buy Music! The Cult Wildside Great White Bon Jovi DIO Whitesnake Aerosmith W.A.S.P. Skid Row Bullet for My Valentine Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsors! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) High Vol Music (HighVolMusic is an American independent record company producing a variety of rock genres including but not limited to; Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, and Heavy Metal. The company was founded by Bill Chavis and is based in Maryland, USA.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Put on your studs and leather and break out the Aqua Net as DBG VIP Gregory Muse joins the Decibel Geek podcast this week for Sunset Strip Memories! In this hour-plus discussion Gregory shares his recollections of growing up in Southern California and witnessing rock music history being made as he reflects back on seeing a young group of punks in the clubs calling themselves Motley Crue. You'll hear him share his memories of early Crue shows as well as his participation in the original Motley Crue fan club. He also reflect on the days of pre-internet networking via the Circus Magazine pen pals section and how those friendships still endure to this day.    Sunset Strip Memories Other experiences discussed include seeing Metallica playing a dingy club with the Dave Mustaine version of the band before heading to San Francisco and superstardom, experiences seeing bands such as Ratt, Armored Saint and WASP, and an absolute TON of KISS talk including memories of buying Music From the Elder on release day, seeing the band twice on the Creatures of the Night tour in the LA area, the Crazy Crazy Nights music video shoot, KISS' appearance in 1992 at the Troubadour, a disastrous club set by Peter Criss' short-lived Balls of Fire, and lots of Vinnie Vincent discussion (of course). It's an hour-plus of Los Angeles based rock n' roll nostalgia for your ears. Enjoy DBG VIP Gregory Muse sharing his Sunset Strip Memories and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Motley Crue Ratt Metallica Stryper Armored Saint KISS WASP Vinnie Vincent Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the Decibel Geek Podcast presents Bowie vs Lemmy; a hard rock and metal salute to two music icons. In this hour-plus episode you'll get some rocket-fueled covers of David Bowie and Motorhead tunes to shine a light on the huge influence these two recently-lost legends provided.         Bowie vs Lemmy You'll get tracks from Racer X, Over Kill, Powerman 5000, Crucified Barbara, Enuff Z'nuff, Gilby Clarke, Infectious Grooves, Ramones, Drain STH, and Supersuckers. It's hard losing our heroes. Let's celebrate them in the best way, by celebrating their music. Enjoy Bowie vs Lemmy and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Mike Blount, Jimmy Godsey, Brandt Cattell, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Joseph Ciambelli, Michael Bartley, Troy Brice, Mike Stout, Chris Walls, John Flick, Derek Leyba, Steve Gangone, Jason Keener, Ketih Babson, John Watson, Steven Kollatos, Emry Place, Robert LaFlamme, David Hernandez, Paul Korn, TJ Berry, Aaron Baker, Stuart Tull, Tony Gross, Tim Taylor, Brad Stemple Jr., Brian Knapp, Wayne D’Arensbourg, Michael Nixon, Peter Barraclough, Wayne Cross, Mike Stewart, Terry Ginn-Adv, Jason Wellwood, Ryan Trush, Keith Naylor, Colby Branson, Todd Cunningham, Ron Cruse, Kal Hinz, Glenn Griner, Adam Cox, Wayne Stokley, Dan Avery, Mike Oliver, Kris Hadlock, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Matt Bradshaw, Joe Polo (Podcast Rock City), Brent Walter, Matt Ashcraft, Rock Johnson, Franklin Jackson Hudson, Carlos Henriques, Andy Parker, Anthony Pool, Hair Band Heaven, Brand Kanott, Chad Pollock, Robert Van Steemburg, Elisabeth Petrenko, Nick Tevelis, Chris Bzy, Warren Money, Cool World, James Brendon Dunn, Brad Kalmanson, Kevin Williams, Shane Hebert, Kenneth McDonald, Greg McGlone, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Bakko, Robin Bennett, Michael Bartley, Chad Wagner, David Glynn, Trevor McDougall, Gino Ames, The Riff of the Day, Marc Alden Taylor, David Stonich, Alexx Michael, Justin Ace Sixx, Ryan Sessions, Spicoli, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Billy Hardaway, Thomas Stimmel, hoops, Billy Hardcore, Derek Novak, The Mooger Fooger, MusicMagsAndWax, Ernesto Aguilar, Mojo Dave, Jason Mahar, Pep Pep, Jesus Chrysler, Joey Allen, Erik Turner, Steven Sweet, Warrant Intro Music by sinclairZX81 Buy Music! David Bowie Motorhead Racer X Over Kill Powerman 5000 Crucified Barbara Enuff Z'nuff Infectious Grooves Ramones Drain STH Supersuckers Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In August of 1992, Warrant were flying high on the success of the mega-huge Cherry Pie album. While the success was nice, the band wanted to go in a tougher direction with their next album. Enlisting super producer Michael Wagener, the band headed into the studio in 1991 to lay down tracks for what would become Dog Eat Dog. Filled with big, crunchy riffs on songs such as Machine Gun, Hole in My Wall, and Inside Out, experiments in darker subject matter on tunes like Bitter Pill and Andy Warhol was Right as well as melodic tunes that could bring the house down such as Let it Rain and Sad Theresa, Dog Eat Dog was poised to be one of the all-time classic rock albums. The only problem was, a scraggly trio from Seattle named Nirvana was taking the world by storm literally days before the release of Dog Eat Dog. The tide shifted overnight and this amazing album never got it's just due....until today. Albums Unleashed Warrant Dog Eat Dog Producer Michael Wagener sits down with Chris and Aaron this week for Albums Unleashed Warrant Dog Eat Dog - Ep224. In this hour-plus discussion you'll sit along with the guys as they talk about the origins of the album, how Michael was selected as producer, pre-production stories and a full-on track by track that puts you in the room as Michael listens to the album for the first time in many years. It's one of the most in-depth Albums Unleashed episodes Decibel Geek has ever released. So, sit back, enjoy Albums Unleashed Warrant Dog Eat Dog - Ep224 and SHARE with a friend. More Michael Wagener! Official Website Buy Music! Warrant - Dog Eat Dog Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week your favorite hosts are back to share their very favorite albums and songs of the past year with Best of 2015! In this supersized episode, Chris and Aaron discuss and play their top 12 songs of the year. Why 12? Because there was way too much good stuff released to contain their lists to 10!                Best of 2015 You'll get great tracks from The Darkness, Bulletboys, Local H, Eclipse, Scorpions, W.A.S.P., Clutch, The Dead Daisies, Mark Slaughter, Iron Maiden, Raven, Diemonds and many more. You'll also hear who almost made their list as well as their biggest disappointments of the year. It's a marathon filled with awesome rock and metal music! Enjoy Best of 2015 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! W.A.S.P. - Golgotha The Darkness - Last Of Our Kind Raven - ExtermiNation Bulletboys - Elefanté Local H - Hey, Killer Clutch - Psychic Warfare The Dead Daisies - Revolucion Mark Slaughter - Reflections in a Rear View Mirror Iron Maiden - The Book Of Souls Diemonds - Never Wanna Die Scorpions - Return To Forever Motorhead - Bad Magic Ugly Kid Joe - Uglier Than They Used Ta Be The Mad Mad Ones - Down the Rabbit Hole Eagles of Death Metal - Zipper Down Honeymoon Disease - The Transcendence Chip Z'nuff - Strange Time Black Star Riders - Killer Instinct Armored Saint - Win Hands Down Eclipse - Armageddonize Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats - Night Creeper Jerry Gaskill - Love & Scars Danko Jones - Fire Music Wilson - Right to Rise Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Squeeze into your Calvin Klein jeans and get ready to bang your head as Chris and Aaron are back this week for 1980 Year in Review Pt 2! Big news stories are discussed such as Richard Pryor turning himself into a science experiment, Eric Carr replacing Peter Criss in KISS and attempting to figure out who shot J.R. 1980 Year in Review Pt2 A truckload of great music in this episode including tracks from Queen, Tygers of Pan Tang, Diamond Head, Motorhead, Thin Lizzy, Accept, AC/DC, and tons more. All of that and more classic commercials from the year that ushered in skinny ties, dayglo everything, and a ton of great rock and metal. Enjoy 1980 Year in Review Part 2 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Accept Blue Oyster Cult Queen Krokus Ted Nugent AC/DC Tygers of Pan Tang Shakin Street Michael Schenker Group Ozzy Osbourne Diamond Head Peter Criss Fist Thin Lizzy Budgie Cheap Trick Pat Travers Band New England Motorhead Chemokaze Concert Info: A rock and roll blowout for a good friend, a good cause, and a damn good time featuring some KILLER guest performers that night. Tom Keifer, Lzzy Hale & Joe Hottinger of Halestorm, Rachel Bolan & Dave "The Snake" Sabo of Skid Row, ansd Damon Johnson of Black Star Riders/Brother Cane fame!! Doors are at 8pm and the show looks to kick off at 9pm sharp! All the proceeds are going to help our good friend Chisa Meador with her medical expenses and kicking cancer's ass!! The bill is great but the cause is greater and we can't wait to see you there!! Buy tickets HERE Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Put away that leisure suit and break out your skinny tie as Decibel Geek goes back in time for 1980 Year in Review Part 1! In this hour-plus journey through January through May, Chris and Aaron discuss important news stories including the death of Bon Scott, the trial of John Wayne Gacy, Paul McCartney getting busted with a bunch of weed, Mt. St. Helens erupting and the Miracle on Ice. The guys also talk about some of the biggest movies of the year including The Empire Strikes Back, The Blues Brothers, Airplane, and 9 to 5.      1980 Year in Review The 1980 Year in Review Part 1 wouldn't be complete without the music and the guys have a bunch of it for you. Classic tracks from Black Sabbath, Ramones, Heart, Van Halen, Joe Perry, Iron Maiden, KISS, Phil Lynott, Def Leppard, and a ton more! It's a big box of nostalgia ready for you to unwrap with your ears! Enjoy 1980 Year in Review Part 1 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Heart Ramones Van Halen Def Leppard Scorpions Journey Joe Perry Project Judas Priest Iron Maiden Phil Lynott Black Sabbath Alice Cooper Saxon Billy Squire KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Sabbath, RATT, Samson, David Lee Roth, TOOL, Dimino, Tesla, Whitesnake, Angel, Rolling Stones are spun this week in the final Radio Sucks Radio Show...for 2015. Lots of great discussion and tracks on this one! The guys are back this week to bring you Radio Sucks Radio Show vol23. In this hour-plus episode you'll get cool tracks from RATT, David Lee Roth, TOOL, Angel, Dimino, Rolling Stones, Tesla, Samson, Whitesnake, and Black Sabbath!         Radio Sucks Old stuff, new stuff, and all in-between. It's a ton of great hard rock and metal to fill your ear holes so ENJOY Radio Sucks Radio Show vol23 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! RATT David Lee Roth TOOL Angel Dimino Rolling Stones Tesla Samson Whitesnake Black Sabbath Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return this week with a brand new show concept; Six Songs ____ Thinks You Should Hear and our first subject is Gerry Finn from the Killer Dwarfs! Gerry happened to be in Nashville for a little rest, relaxation, and rock & roll and met up with Chris and Aaron to clue you in on six songs that he thinks deserve your attention; and he really brought an eclectic mix.    Six Songs Gerry Finn   Great tunes from artists such as I Mother Earth, Trent Severn, The Salads, Ron Hynes, The Guess Who, and Ed Bickert & Don Thompson. You're sure to get turned on to something new in this episode. It's all rounded out with some fun conversation about music, life, and much more with one of our favorite guitar players. Enjoy Six Songs Gerry Finn Thinks You Should Hear and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Trent Severn I Mother Earth The Salads Ron Hynes The Guess Who Ed Bickert & Don Thompson Killer Dwarfs Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1985, Anthrax solidified their lineup and their place in The Big 4 with the release of Spreading the Disease. In 2015, the band has undertaken a re-examination with the release of a 30th anniversary deluxe edition from Island/UMC Records. Spreading the Disease Unleashed This week the Chris & Aaron are joined by audio editor Shawn Franklin to discuss his involvement in this incredible re-release, how they think it stacks up to the rest of the Thraxology, the amazing performances put forth by Charlie Benante, Scott Ian, Frank Bello, Dan Spitz, and Joey Belladonna in his first full-length release with the band as well as a track by track discussion of the music on the album.Shawn also shares some interesting stories about mining through the band's personal archive to create this special edition as well as the possibilities of future Anthrax archival releases.                                                   Shawn Franklin w/Anthrax Members Buy Music! Anthrax Catalog Spreading The Disease 30th Anniversary Edition Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the fourth consecutive year, the Canadian Decibel Geek team of Wallygator Norton and Rich "The Meister" Dillon, the Hoser Heavy Metal Twins, return to the Decibel Geek airwaves. In what has become a yearly tradition in which regular weekly podcast hosts, Chris and Aaron take their Thanksgiving off and the Canadians host the episode, the duo from The Great White North present an episode jam-packed with music from Canadian artists. Hoser Heavy Metal Hour Vol4 Due to schedule alignment issues, mainly caused by a trip to Tokyo, the boys were unable to record with their planned guest host in time. As a solution, they reached out to some of their favorite Canadian bands and artists, some popular and some more underground, and had them choose the music for this hour-plus episode. You'll hear tracks by Refugee, Rush, Public Animal, April Wine, A Foot in Cold Water and more as chosen by artists like Brian Vollmer (Helix), Sarasin, Gerry McGhee (Brighton Rock), Diemonds, A Rebel Few, and Shock. Geeks of the Week: Matt Ashcraft, Mike Stewart, Miguel Nunez, Kevin Williams, Ages of Rock podcast, Allen Tate, Todd Cunningham, Joe Lascon, Robin Bennett, Brian Knapp, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Billy Hardaway, Wayne Cross, Brandt Cattell, Paul Korn, The Riff of the Day, Shane Hebert, Joe Royland, Marc Taylor, Greg McGlone, Unknown Elements Obscure Rock & Metal, Andrew Jacobs, Adam Cox, The Terrance & Marc Experience, Mikael Burrell, Podcasts Are The Best, Ruben Garcia, Ernesto Aguilar, Billy Hardcore, Derek Novak, Hoops, TJ Cullen, Ken Chase, Colin Francis, Music Mags And Wax, KST, Jay Szczeblewski, The Mooger Fooger, Jay Fenaus Buy Music! Crash Kelly (Sean Kelly) -picked- Refugee Rusted -picked- April Wine Coney Hatch (Carl Dixon) -picked- A Foot In Cold Water Helix (Brian Vollmer) -picked- Scrubbaloe Caine Shock -picked- Sword Midnight Malice -picked- Public Animal A Rebel Few -picked- Creekwater Junkies Sarasin -picked- Rush Gerry McGhee (Brighton Rock) -picked- Rush Diemonds -picked- Kill Cheerleader Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giving Thanks Chris and Aaron return this week for Giving Thanks; an episode filled with good cheer, good songs, and some guest appearances by old friends. In this hour-plus special, the guys call some of their favorite past guests to thank them for being on the show and find out what they are up to now. Episode 215 Guests include Robert Fleischman, Chip Z'nuff, Hirsh Gardner, Jack Russell, Bill Hale, Mitch Lafon, Victor Ruiz and more! In between calls, the guys spin some of their favorite tracks that are "thank you" themed including songs from Dope, Big Star, Ozzy Osbourne, Sevendust, Kingdom Come, Great White, ZZ Top and more! It's a gratifying listen. We hope you enjoy Giving Thanks and SHARE with a friend! Guest Calls & Songs (In Order) Dope - "Thanks for Nothing" Volbeat - "Thanks" Victor Ruiz (Mars Attacks, Earpeeler) Ozzy Osbourne - "Thank God for the Bomb" Hirsh Gardner (New England, Warrior) Kingdom Come - "Thank You All" Chris Epting (Author, Adrenalized) Sevendust - "Thank You" Jack Russell (Great White) Great White - "Thank You" Toddzilla (Funkhammer, Jones World) Soundgarden - "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" Mitch Lafon (One on One with Mitch Lafon) Big Star - "Thank You Friends" Bill Hale (Photographer) Monday Knights - "Thank You for the Metal" Robert Fleischman (The Sky) Zakk Wylde - "I Thank You Child" Chip Z'nuff (Enuff Z'nuff) ZZ Top - "I Thank You" Geeks of the Week: Dave Shirt, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Chad Pollock, Mike Blount, Miguel Nunez, Greg McGlone, David Alpizar, Kevin Williams, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Michael Bartley, Dan Chaput, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Billy Hardaway, Antoni Espin Ufano, Wayne Cross, Colin Francis, David Glynn, Andrew Jacobs, Robin Bennett, Warren Money, Jay Fenhaus, Derik Novak, Jay Motown Drummer, Ernesto, Aguilar, Billy Hardcore, Hoops, Adam Cox, Mikael Burrell, PodcastsAreTheBest, Joe Ciambelli, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways Podcast), MusicMagsAndWax, The Mooger Fooger, James McIlheney, Nick Rose, TJ Cullen, Adam Cox, Jay Szczeblewski, Dave Stell Buy Music! Kingdom Come Volbeat Ozzy Osbourne Dope Big Star Soundgarden Sevendust Great White ZZ Top Monday Knights Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Decibel Geek presents Where You Come From; a new ongoing series that explores the bands and history of a particular city and the first stop is Detroit, Michigan. With a robust rock history, the Motor City is well-represented from the early days of hard  rock and punk music up through today. Where You Come From - Detroit In this hour-plus special, your hosts discuss the venues and artists that helped make Detroit rock! Tracks from such artists as Iggy & The Stooges, The MC5, The Frost, Ted Nugent, Death, Grand Funk Railroad and many more are featured. It's a piston-poppin' good time as Decibel Geek presents Where You Come From - Detroit. Enjoy and SHARE with a friend! Mentioned: A Band Called Death Rock and/or Roll Podcast - Detroit Episode Andrew WK Information Buy Music! Iggy & The Stooges MC5 The Frost Ted Nugent Kid Rock Death Grand Funk Railroad Trash Brats Andrew WK Electric Six Geeks of the Week: Phillip Cook, Brian Bezotte, William Ortiz, Rolando Gonzalez, Jeff Barela, Dave Shirt, Bryan Hopkins, john Moutell, Joey Corigliano, Wally Norton, Roy Warthen, Matt Ashcraft, Chris Karam, Matt Bradshaw, Brandt Cattell, Jason Wood, Franklin Jackson Hudson, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Justin Ace Sixx, Donna Spittle, Matt Syverson, Kevin Mataya, Joseph Ciambelli, Gino Ames, Brian Odermatt, David Alpizar, Spicoli, Miguel Nunez, Aaron Baker, Joe Lascon, Rich Meister Dillon, Mike Tyler, Colin Francis, Marc Taylor, Greg McGlone, The Riff of the Day, Dan Chaput, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Chad Pollock, Kevin Williams, Michael Bartley, Ages of Rock Podcast, Unknown elements, Obscure Rock & Metal, David Stonich, Kal Hinz, Andrew Jacobs, Derek Novak, Eric Reed, Antoni Espin Ufano, Eric Jeffreys, Corey Nowlin, Wayne Cross, Trevor McDougall, Andy Parker, Brent Tibbetts, Shane Hebert, Music is My Religion, Paul Korn, The Winery Dogs, Mikael Burrell, The Terrence & Marc Experience, Stealth, Podcasts Are The Best, Billy Hardcore, Ken Chase, Monte, Hoops, Adam Cox, TJ Cullen, Amanda Cagan, George Savastano, Bill Hale, Jay Fenhaus, Ernesto Aguilar, Pep Pep, Jay Motown Drummer, MusicMagsAndWax, Shane Stuckless, Basquiat518 Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary bassist Billy Sheehan joins Chris & Aaron for an in-depth conversation about his career including stints with David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, and current band The Winery Dogs. He also shares his thoughts on the current state of the music industry, early influences, life on the road, and much, much more. Episode 213 Billy Sheehan appears courtesy ABC Public Relations. Buy Music! The Winery Dogs Billy Sheehan David Lee Roth Talas Mr. Big Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week your hosts return to wake up the dead with Reel Scary Songs; an hour-plus of killer tracks from killer films about killers (are we noticing a trend here?) Reel Scary Songs   Reel Scary Songs features bloody good tunes from the likes of Alice Cooper, Fastway, W.A.S.P., Dangerous Toys, Anthrax, Vinnie Vincent Invasion and more from the soundtracks of films such as Trick or Treat, The Lost Boys, Ghoulies II, Shocker, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Friday the 13th among others! Get loud and get gory this week as the Decibel Geek podcast presents Reel Scary Songs! Geeks of the Week: Marc Alden Taylor, Chad Pollock, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Mike Stewart, Kevin Williams, Dave Shirt, Miguel Nunez, David Alpizar, Brad Kalmanson, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Michael Bartley, Brian Knapp, Shane Hebert, Wayne Cross, Darren Parkin, Colin Francis, Warren Money, Andrew Jacobs, Joe Lascon, Joseph Ciambelli, Brent Walter, Robin Bennett, Trevor McDougall, Greg McGlone, James Brendon Dunn, Mark De Vattimo, Joey Vanchieri, Derek Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, MusicMagsAndWax, Daniel Chaput, Billy Hardcore, Shane Stuckless, Adam Cox, Nick Rose, Hoops, Podcasts Are the Best, Mikael Burrell, Jay Motown Drummer, The Terrance & Marc Experience, The Mooger Fooger Buy Music! Fastway Alice Cooper Enuff Z'Nuff Vinnie Vincent Invasion W.A.S.P. Black Roses L.A. Guns Anthrax Dangerous Toys The Dudes of Wrath Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron and Chris get into the deustchland spirit with Rocktoberfest 2; an hour-plus of great songs from great bands that hail from Germany. There were a lot of great options to choose from as Germany has produced a ton of great rock and metal over the years. Rocktoberfest 2 The guys' picks this week include Blind Guardian, Grave Digger, Bonfire, Electric Sun, Kreator and a bunch more. So, fill that beer stein to the top and rock out with us as the Decibel Geek podcast celebrates Rocktoberfest! Also Check Out! Rocktoberfest part 1 Geeks of the Week: Dennis Gamez, Wally Norton, The God of Thunder, Allen Tate, Miguel Nunez, PJ Brown, Robin Bennett, Matt Ashcraft, Kevin Williams, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Brad Kalmanson, Brent Walter, Trevor McDougall, Joe Lascon, Andrew Jacobs, Greg McGlone, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Antoni Espin Ufano, Christopher Williams (from ACCEPT!), Wayne Cross, Michael Bartley, Bakko, Billy Hardaway, Rich Dillon, Joey Vanchieri, Chad Pollock, Jay Fenhaus, Derik Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, Daniel Chaput, Jay Motown Drummer, Billy Hardcore, Stealth, Mikael Burrell, Hoops, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways podcast), Pep Pep, Jesus Chrysler, Adam Cox, Shane Stuckless, Half Ace, Jason Wood, Nick Rose Buy Music! Grave Digger Kreator Zodiac Electric Sun Pink Cream 69 Blind Guardian Bonfire Voodoo Circle Gravestone RAGE Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys are back to answer the question, 'Who's that drummer?' In episode 210 of the Decibel Geek podcast, your hosts return to spin tracks from some of your favorite bands with different timekeepers. Episode 210 In this hour-plus of hard rock and metal you'll get killer cuts from WASP, Slayer, KISS, Bulletboys, Y&T, Black Sabbath and many more! We hope you enjoy Who's That Drummer - Ep210 and SHARE with a friend! Also Check Out! Who's That Singer? - Ep200 Featured Artist: Official Website Buy Music! Black Sabbath KISS Rush Motley Crue Pearl Jam Slayer The Who WASP Bulletboys Y&T Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron and Chris return to guide you on a journey of July through December in our 1977 Year in Review Part 2! In this hour-plus block of nostalgia, you'll hear discussion of big news events of the second half of the year including the fatal crash of Lynyrd Skynyrd's plane, the capture of Son of Sam, and the death of Elvis Presley.   You'll also get tracks from some of the greatest albums released in 1977 including stuff from KISS, Cheap Trick, Thin Lizzy, Motorhead, Styx, Sex Pistols, Rush, Triumph, Queen and a bunch more! Also, classic commercials! It's another whirlwind trip back to a time when leisure suits, gold chains, platform shoes, and cocaine were fashion trends. We hope you enjoy 1977 Year in Review Part 2 and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Thin Lizzy Blue Oyster Cult Johnny Thunders Queen Motorhead Sex Pistols Rush Triumph Styx Cheap Trick Lynyrd Skynyrd Scorpions Treasure The Babys Riot Aerosmith Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron and Chris travel back to a true year for the ages, 1977! The amount of great music, movies, and pop culture from this year is absolutely staggering and your humble hosts are ready to bring you the first half of the year this week! 1977 Year in Review Part 1 In this hour-plus voyage back in time, Aaron and Chris discuss the movies, sports, news stories, and pop culture that was January - June of 1977. Of course, that's just the tip of the iceberg as they dig into great tracks from 1977 artists such as KISS, Sweet, Heart, Pat Travers, Judas Priest, Ted Nugent, Ramones, T.Rex, The Runaways, Alice Cooper, and a ton more! On top of all that, you'll get classic commercials! It's a trip back in time to a simpler time that certainly rocked! We hope you enjoy 1977 Year in Review Part 1  and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! KISS Sweet Heart Pat Travers Judas Priest Ted Nugent Ramones T.Rex The Runaways Alice Cooper Detective Pink Floyd AC/DC The Clash UFO Cheap Trick Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron & Chris are back this week with Bizarro Covers 7. This hour-plus block of audio ear candy contains awesome rock/metal acts such as Within Temptation, Dweezil Zappa, Motorhead, Asphalt Valentine, Tad Morose, Lit, The Supersuckers, and many more covering non-typical tracks from artists such as Pink, ABBA, Outkast, The Cure, Imagine Dragons, and more!          Bizarro Covers 7 Also, don't forget that we're an official sponsor for the upcoming Ride for Dime Nashville event that features a great bill of Slaughter, The Big Rock Show, Wireless Soul, and The F**king Pantera Cover Band among others! Also, appearances by Sirius XM's Jose Mangin and good friend and past guest of the show Luc Carl! Buy your tickets HERE for Ride for Dime Nashville! You can also become a DBG VIP and get exclusive access to raw interview recordings, The Chris & Aaron Show, VERSUS segments, t-shirts, guitar picks and more! Just click HERE! Geeks of the Week: Joe Polo (Podcast Rock City), Darren Parkin, Joe Lascon, Roar Johan Johansen, Allen Tate, Ken Mills (the podfather), PJ Brown, Dave Shirt, Mike Blount, Dennis gamez, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, David Alpizar, Dan Miles (Friends of Dan Podcast), Joe Royland, Sit & Spin wtih Joe, Billy Hardaway, Eric Reed, Wayne Cross, Brandt Cattell, Todd Cunningham, Paul Korn, David Glynn, Brian Knapp, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Andrew Jacobs, Joey Vanchieri, Chris Karam, Marc Alden Taylor, Spicoli, Matt Syverson, Greg McGlone, Warren Money, Shane Hebert, Joe Ciambelli, Bakko, Hoops, Sean Cullen, Colin Francis, Jay Motown Drummer, Podcasts Are the Best, The Mooger Fooger, Adam Cox, Ruben Garcia, Kevin E. Williams, Ernesto Aguilar, Music Mags And Wax, Derik Novak, Daniel Chaput, Billy Hardcore, Pep Pep, The Rockin’ Donkey, Mikael Burrel, Darryl Alber Featured Artist: Casablanca Official Website Buy Music! Tad Morose Asphalt Valentine Lit Within Temptation Dweezil Zappa Pavic Tuff Whitfield Crane Supersuckers Motorhead Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron & Chris return this week to bring you The Heavier Side of Pink Floyd. In this hour-plus special, your hosts discuss the lofty career of these British music legends who were founded in 1965 and spin tracks dating as far back as 1969. The Heavier Side of Pink Floyd Songs from iconic albums such as Animals, Meddle, A Momentary Lapse of Reason, and The Wall among others are spun, showing a grittier, darker side to Pink Floyd. We hope you enjoy The Heavier Side of Pink Floyd - Ep206 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Matt Ashcraft, Miguel Nunez, Dave Shirt, Steve True, David Glynn, Rob Webb, Shari Ferguson, Marc Alden Taylor, Scott Harding, Michael Bartley, Chad Pollock, Paul Korn, Billy Hardaway, Gino Ames, Warren Money, Danny Louis Kuchler, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Brad Kalmanson, Scott Olinger, Greg McGlone, Andrew Jacobs, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Spicoli, Bakko, Brandt Cattell, Wayne Cross, James Brendon Dunn, Derek Novak, Mikael Burrell, Adam Cox, hoops, Colin Francis, Jay Motown Drummer, Ernesto Aguilar, Wayne Henderson, MusicMagsAndWax, The Mooger Fooger, Ken Chase Ride for Dime Nashville Official Website (Full Details Inside!) Buy Music! Pink Floyd" target="_blank">Pink Floyd Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In February in 2014, we tipped our caps to some of our favorite female rockers in volume 1. We're back this week to celebrate more Queens of Noize! Queens of Noize 2   Aaron and Chris return to give you volume 2 of our Queens of Noize concept. Celebrating some of their favorite female rockers, your hosts are bringing you cool tracks from the likes of Lita Ford, Lee Aaron, Nightwish, Diemonds, One Eyed Doll, Janis Joplin, Bitch, Phantom Blue and more! Be sure to enjoy Queens of Noize 2 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Casey Lee Michaels, Miguel Nunez, Matt Ashcraft, Warren Money, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Robin Bennett, Aaron Baker, Michael Bartley, David Alpizar, Andrew Jacobs, Maiden England, Wendy Kay Hardaway, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Jospeh Ciambelli, Billy Hardaway, Kevin Williams, Rob Harris, Wayne Cross, Steven Kersh, Anthony Pool, Trevor McDougall, Kenneth MacDonald, Brent Tibbetts, Joey Vanchieri, Marc Alden Taylor, Gino Ames, James Brendon Dunn, Spicoli, Todd Cunningham, The Terrance & Marc Experience, Colin Francis, Jay Motown Drummer, Paul Watson, TJCullen, Rock And Roll GPS, Derik Novak, Ernesto Aguilar, MusicMagsAndWax, The Mooger Fooger, hoops, Paulo Tomas, PodcastsAreTheBest, Valaria Carr, Mikael Burell, The Rockin’ Donkey, All Over the Podcast, James McIlhenney Buy Music! Phantom Blue Bitch Lita Ford The Bangles One Eyed Doll Girlschool Nightwish Diemonds Janis Joplin Lee Aaron Killer Dwarfs "Rock Against Hunger" Charity Golf Tournament Info Date: September 24, 2015 Location: Lakeridge Links & Whispering Ridge Golf Courses The first annual Killer Dwarfs charity golf tournament "Rock Against Hunger" is happening September 24 2015. The event will be hosted by none other than world renown Author and DJ Lüc Carl The Tournament is "Best Ball" so all levels of golfers will have a great time! To compete as a member of the Decibel Geek team, e-mail feedback@decibelgeek.com for full info. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron and Chris return with special guest Billy Hardaway to discuss the career and catalog of British metal legends Iron Maiden. With 40 years of of worldwide domination in the heavy metal genre, your three hosts had a lot to discuss this week; starting with 1980's self-titled debut and going all the way through every era of the band including two changes in singer, a lot of controversy, as well as discussion of the brand new 'Book of Souls' album being released this week. Join us this week as we up the irons and cover the career of Iron Maiden! SHARE with a friend!  Iron Maiden Discussion Buy Music! Iron Maiden Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in 2013, Aaron and Chris set out to do something big, something grand, something.....EPIC. And this week, they're back to do it again with The EPIC Episode 2. The EPIC Episode 2 Aaron and Chris return this week to bring you The EPIC Episode 2 featuring great rock and metal songs over 7 minutes long. This hour-plus episode features tons of great music from artists such as Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, Black Label Society, AC/DC, Monster Magnet, and MORE! Settle in, brace yourself, and enjoy The EPIC Episode 2! Geeks of the Week: John Carter, Dennis Gamez, Miguel Nunez, Steve True, Mike Stewart, Dave Shirt, Matt Ashcraft, Marc Alden Taylor, Joseph Ciambelli, Billy Hardaway, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Joe Vanchieri, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Paul Korn, Joe Lascon, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, Brandt Cattell, Derik Novak, Trevor McDougall, Wayne Cross, Todd Cunningham, Nick Tevelis, Colin Francis, Unknown Elements Obscure Rock & Metal, The Riff of the Day, Gino Ames, David Glynn, Justin Ace Sixx, Cobras & Fire Podcast, James Brendon Dunn, Andrew Jacobs, Adam Cox, Ernesto Aguilar, Viking Girl, hoops, All Over the Podcast, The Rockin’ Donkey, Daniel Chaput, Mikael Burrell, Jay Motown Drummer, Billy Hardcore, Nick Rose, Podcasts are the Best, TJCullen, The Mooger Fooger, The Terrence & Marc Experience, Bill Hale, Crobot, Jussi 69 Fansite, blackdemon69, The 69 Eyes, Kevin E. Williams, Jay Fenhaus, Viper Buy Music! Deep Purple White Lion Monster Magnet Iron Maiden Black Label Society AC/DC Led Zeppelin Thin Lizzy Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we across the pond and way north to crank up some Viking Rock! Aaron and Chris return this week to head north; way north! This week is Viking Rock week with killer tracks from Northern European bands such as Volbeat, Crash Diet, D-A-D, Shotgun Messiah, Eclipse, Wig Wam, The 69 Eyes and many more! Be sure to check out the brand new DBG VIP subscription! Get access to cool bonus content such as Versus, where two hard rock/metal heavyweights are pitted against each other. Also, The Chris & Aaron show that has the guys sharing a more personal side of their lives including stories about their childhoods. Who needs therapy, right? On top of that, you can get cool swag such as Decibel Geek guitar picks and t-shirts! Sign up for the DBG VIP subscription plan HERE!  Featured Artist: Mike LePond's Suicide Assassins - Official Site Buy Music! Volbeat 69 Eyes Wig Wam The Sign Eclipse Crashdiet D-A-D Turbonegro The Vintage Caravan Shotgun Messiah Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a big week of hitting 200 episodes and launching our brand new VIP subscription feature, we're back to feeding you some ear candy with Radio Sucks Radio Show v22 - Ep201 Radio Sucks Radio Show v22     This week Chris and Aaron are spinning an eclectic mix of awesome rock and metal both old and new. In this hour-plus episode you'll get killer tracks from Impera, Big Cock, Raven, Grim Reaper, Warrant, Michael Monroe, Naughty Jane, Hurricane, Helloween, and more! Also included are your Amazon purchases, iTunes reviews, and more details on the new DBG VIP subscription feature that gives you access to some amazing exclusive content and cool swag including guitar picks and t-shirts. We hope you enjoy Radio Sucks Radio Show v22 - Ep201 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Miguel Nunez, Robert Jackson, Rob Webb, Rich Dillon, Mike Stewart, Mike Tyler, Robin Bennett, Marc Alden Taylor, Paul Korn, Warren Money, Brad Kalmanson, Aaron Baker, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Mike Blount, KISS Army Omaha, Shane Hartley, Wayne Cross, Andrew Jacobs, Colin Francis, David Glynn, Joe Lascon, Justin Ace Sixx, Brandt Cattell, Unknown Elements Obscure Rock and Metal, Cobras and Fire Podcast, Joey Vanchieri, The Riff of the Day, Shane Hebert, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat podcast), Greg McGlone, Billy Hardaway, Todd Cunningham, Ernesto Aguilar, Paulo Tomas, Focus on Metal podcast, Jay Motown Drummer, Daniel Chaput, Lisa Gillis Books, The Rockin’ Donkey, All Over the Podcast, Podcasts are the Best, Extreme More than Words, JennNunya, Derik Novak, MusicMagsAndWax, The Terrence and Marc Experience, Sean Sneed, hoops, Kevin E. Williams, Rock Review Phil, Mikael Burrell, TJCullen, Allen ‘Big Al’ Tate, James McElhiney, Buy Music! Warrant Grim Reaper Impera Michael Monroe Naughty Jane Raven Helloween Hurricane Big Cock Alice in Chains Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If there's one thing that is common amongst music listeners of all genres, it's that they typically  like the familiar and resist change. We're only human after all. We figured we'd make things a little uncomfortable this week. Who's That Singer? - Ep200     This week Chris and Aaron help answer the question "Who's that singer?" as they spin tracks from familiar bands sung by less familiar singers. In this hour-plus special you'll get songs from Black Sabbath, Rainbow, Iron Maiden, LA Guns, King Kobra, Anthrax, and many more! We hope you enjoy Who's That Singer? - Ep200 and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Craig Broderick, Miguel Nunez, 80’s PIcture House, Steve True, Mike Stewart, Bakko, Rob Webb, David Alpizar, Scott Lull, Joe Lascon, PJ Brown, Joe Royland, Sit and Spin with Joe, Trevor McDougall, Wayne Cross, Brandt Cattell, Marc Alden Taylor, Robin Bennett, Chad Pollock, Brad Kalmanson, Brent Walter, Paul Stamm, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Michael Bartley, Joe Hebensperger, Mick Peck, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Dan Chaput, Andrew Jacobs, Spicoli, James Brendon Dunn, Joseph Ciambelli, Billy Hardaway, Wes James, Matt Bradshaw, Adam Cox, Mikael Burrell, hoops, Colin Frances, The Rockin’ Donkey, All Over the Podcast, Jay Motown Drummer, Podcasts Are The Best, Nick Rose, Collins, Focus on Metal, Jason Wood, MusicMagsAndWax, TJ Cullen, Derik Novak, Kevin E. Williams, Shawn Sneed, Nonsensicast Radio, James McElhiney, Viper Featured Artist: Lady Beast - Official Website Lady Beast   Buy Music! Rainbow Black Sabbath Iron Maiden Frehley's Comet Great White King Kobra Van Halen Anthrax Accept Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a DBG VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KISSMAS in July has been a big success and loaded with great guests and great stories. This week, though, we talk to our favorite people; YOU! What If? Aaron and Chris close out KISSMAS in July in interactive style. What If? is 90+ minutes of your humble hosts going over KISStoric scenarios that you, the listener, submitted through the Decibel Geek facebook fan page. All eras of KISStory are covered as well as some possible future scenarios such as KISS 2.0. You'll hear Chris and Aaron's take on many facets of KISStory while going over great suggestions from the listeners. It's a KISS nerdfest and we hope you'll enjoy What IF? - Ep199 and SHARE with a friend! Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a great first two weeks, we're back with a very special guest this week. Konversation with Pixie Esmonde     Pixie Esmonde, wardrobe manager for KISS (1979-1980), joins Aaron and Chris for an in-depth revealing discussion of a very transitional period in the band's history. In this hour-plus discussion, you'll hear Pixie share her memories of the Dynasty tour and costumes, tensions within the band as the tour drew to a close, the test sessions for Eric Carr's makeup design, and the massive 1980 tour of Europe and Australia in support of the Unmasked album. Pixie also clears the air on whether or not she delivered the Love Gun-era costumes to the band for the opening night of their Creatures of the Night tour after the plane carrying those costumes was snowed in at an airport. All of that and lots more. It's an hour-plus of some great stories from a KISS insider. Enjoy Konversation with Pixie Esmonde and SHARE with a friend! Lost Rockers Movie: Tickets available here only 14 buckswww.filmlinc.comQ and A after Buy Music! KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Great Affairs' Denny Smith joins Chris and Aaron this week for a long-form discussion on all-things KISS. Denny worked for the hottest and in the land for their Butterfields Auction in 2000. With items being auctioned such as band-owned guitars, handwritten lyrics, and original customs at stake, Denny had a front row seat to KISStory. He got to handle many amazing pieces of the band's archives. Being a huge fan himself, he took it all in and has many stories to share with the guys this week. Konversation with Denny Smith   Other KISStorical run-ins are discussed in this hour-plus talk including Denny witnessing the Detroit Rock City film premier in Hollywood as well as meetings with each member over the years. This all morphed into a KISS talk that includes Chris, Aaron, and Denny's takes on many eras and topics of interest involving the band. It's a fun talk with a good friend of the show and we're thrilled to bring it to you. Be sure to check out Denny and The Great Affairs, Highly recommended! More Denny! The Great Affairs Official Site The Great Affairs on Facebook Denny Smith Blog Buy Music! The Great Affairs KISS Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's officially KISSMAS in July! Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season of the Hottest Band in the Land! We thought we'd kick things off in a big way! Konversation with John Harte   Former KISS security director "Big" John Harte joins Aaron and Chris this week to discuss his career working for the Hottest Band in the World. In this hour-plus conversation, John reflects on a wild time as KISS rose to prominence during his initial years working for the band. During these years (1975-1976), John saw the ascension of this New York band to the highest of highs. He also was there to see them drop to their lowest of lows by the early 1980's. Subjects covered in this in-depth chat include the Paul Lynde Halloween Special from 1976, a death threat on one of the band members, the recording of the 1978 solo albums, the strange period that produced the sharp left turns stylistically with Dynasty, Unmasked, and Music from the Elder as well as the Creatures of the Night tour. There are numerous inside stories in this episode; many of which have not been heard before. Grab yourself a shot of cold gin and egg nog and sit back and listen to "Big" John Harte giving Aaron and Chris a guided tour through rock and roll KISStory. Featured Artist: Screaming Eagles Official Website Buy Music! KISSVisit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we serve up volume 6 of what equates to a giant audio glass of WTF?! Aaron and Chris are back this week to get weird as they bring you Bizarro Covers 6! This hour-plus slab of killer bands putting a fresh spin on some definite non-rock/metal tracks includes some fabulous upgrades. Bizarro Covers 6     You'll get awesome renditions of songs by Phil Collins, Blondie, Depeche Mode, Elton John, The Pet Shop Boys and more performed by killer bands like GWAR, Jaded Heart, In This Moment, Stone Stour, Vince Neil, Volbeat, and more! It's a strange sensation but it feels so good. Enjoy Bizarro Covers volume 6 and SHARE it with a friend! Featured Artist: Crucified Barbara   Official Website Buy Music! Jaded Heart The Quireboys Volbeat GWAR In This Moment Vince Neil Squealer AlogiA Stone Sour UK Punks Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Miguel Nunez, Dragonsfire, Mike Stewart, Dave Shirt, Mo Akram, Steve True, Warren Money, Ryan Sessions, Rob Webb, Robin Bennett, David Alpizar, Marc Alden Taylor, Joe Royland, Sit & Spin with Joe, Richard Rutter, Wayne Cross, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Andrew Jacobs, Cobras & Fire Podcast, Billy Hardaway, Trevor McDougall, Derik Novak, Wayne Newburn, Chad Pollock, Joe Lascon, Brandt Cattell, All Over the Podcast, Dan Chaput, Greg McGlone, Brent Walter, David Glynn, The Rockin’ Donkey, Jay Motown Drummer, hoops, Colin Francis, David Hudson, Podcasts Are The Best, Toledo Steel, AlogiA, Striker, MusicMagsAndWax, RockPromoZone, Dennis Gamez, Laurie Brown, Adam Cox, The Mooger Fooger, TJCullen, Kevin E. Williams, Skull Fist, Terrance & Mark Experience Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a smashing success with last week's NWOBHM episode, we thought we would return to tell you that what was great in the past is still great today thanks to some ambitious newer bands with resplendent taste in respectable music! NWOTHM Aaron and Chris are back this week to celebrate and clue you into a movement that is helping continue the genre we all love! The New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal is exactly what it sounds like; young, hungry bands recapturing the big, epic sounds of the great bands from the late 70's and 1980's and exposing them to a new generation of metalheads. NWOTHM Episode 193 The greats are not going to be around forever but with these NWOTHM bands carrying on their sound and attitude, the genre has continued life and will help fight the evil forces of Bieber and Riannah. In this hour-plus episode you'll hear edgy, kickass metal from bands such as Chrome Division, Skull Fist, Toledo Steel, Crimson Fire, Hessler, Striker, Alpha Tiger, and many more. Enjoy the ride this week as we go back to the future with the NWOTHM and SHARE with a friend! Geeks of the Week: Dennis Gamez, Chris Karam, Dave Shirt, Marc Alden Taylor, Aaron Baker, Joe Royland, Brad Kalmanson, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Bakko, Robin Bennett ($40.00 donation!), Cobras & Fire Podcast, Mike Stewart, Kenneth MacDonald, Derik Novak, Trevor McDougall, Scott Webb, Warren Money, Justin Ace Sixx, Paul Wozniak, Corey Nowlin, Matt Syverson, Greg McGlone, Miguel Nunez, Mike Blount, David Alpizar, Todd Cunningham, Steve True, Sit & Spin with Joe, Devin Fox, David Glynn, Rob Webb, Martin Wenham, Brandt Cattell, Brad Kanott, Jaguar (NWOBHM), The Rockin’ Donkey, All Over the Podcast, Podcasts are the Best, Billy Hardaway, Shawn Franklin, MusicMagsAndWax, Hoops, Jay (Motown Drummer), Colin Francis, Shauna Glass, Big Al Tate, The Swear, Kevin E. Williams, David Hudson, TJ Cullen, Pep Pep, The Terrance & Mark Experience, Eric Gaudet, Adam Cox, Nick Rose, PJ Brown Featured Artist: AlogiA - Official Website AlogiA Buy Music! Iron Curtain Chrome Division Dragonsfire On Top Hessler Crimson Fire Skull Fist Toledo Steel Striker Alpha Tiger Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) HK Collectibles , Inc. on Ebay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop through our Amazon link! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's hard to believe that in 4 years of the show's existence, we've never tackled this one. Better late than never. This week Aaron and Chris head across the pond to celebrate one of metal's biggest milestones; the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. This monumental shift in heavy music was born in the United Kingdom in the late 70's, flourished in the early 80's, and was heavily responsible for the birth of thrash music. NWOBHM NWOBHM - Ep192 This wave of heavy metal bands emerged due to the death of arena rock. Taking the attitude and hard edge of punk music, this group of British bands thumbed their noses at the new wave trend that was dominating the airwaves and cranked up their amps and their tempos and let'er rip. A number of bands from this very influential movement would go on to legendary status while many talented groups fell by the wayside. This week the guys aim to give you a heaping helping of both! In this NWOBHM-themed episode you'll get killer tracks from legends such as Judas Priest, Motorhead, Iron Maiden, and Def Leppard. You'll also hear great tracks from some of the lesser known acts that deserved more attention such as Fist, Witchfinder General, and the Tygers of Pan Tang. Other great acts featured include Fastway, Saxon and Raven. Check out this week's NWOBHM episode and SHARE with a friend! Buy Music! Saxon Witchfinder General Def Leppard Motorhead Raven Iron Maiden Judas Priest FIST Tygers of Pan Tang Fastway Featured Artist: The Swear Visit Our Sponsor! HK Collecitbles, Inc. (Specializing in hard to find music and movies as well as authenticated/graded entertainment and historical collectibles.) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return with the latest installment of our Albums Unleashed series and this one is Wild! Aaron and Chris return this week along with special guest Anthony Corder to discuss the fantastic 1992 A&M Records release of Tora Tora's Wild America. This album hit the shelves amidst a tidal wave of grunge music that was taking over the airwaves. The musical climate at the time relegated it to a slot just outside the Billboard Top 100. While it didn't get its just due back then, Chris and Aaron set out this week to shine a spotlight on this rock n' roll masterpiece. Joining them to tell the story of Wild America is lead singer Anthony Corder. In this long-form discussion, Anthony takes you through the writing and recording process for Wild America. Tora Tora Wild America Unleashed  Recorded at Memphis' legendary Ardent Studios, this album's writing and recording feature tie-ins to many legendary names in the industry including songwriter Taylor Rhodes, drummer Stan Lynch (Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers), producer John Hampton, The Memphis Horns, and Ardent Studios owner John Fry among others. Anthony also shares some great road stories that helped shape the writing of this album including treks with LA Guns and Dangerous Toys. It's an in-depth look at a masterpiece of a rock album. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - Tora Tora Wild America with Anthony Corder. Please SHARE with a friend! PS: In addition to this talk on Wild America, Anthony gave Chris and Aaron the lowdown on the early days of the band including stories about his audition process, the Memphis scene at the time (Roxy Blue, Every Mother's Nightmare, Dotz, etc.) as well as an entertaining story about a chance opening slot for Motorhead and Alice Cooper. Check out this segment in the video below:       Buy Music! Tora Tora on Amazon Tora Tora @ FNA Records More Decibel Geek Tora Tora Coverage! 25 Years of Tora Tora w/Anthony Corder (Print Interview) 25 Years of Tora Tora (Show Review) Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us!  Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some weeks it's fun to just kick back, forget about a theme or topic and play deejay. This is one of those weeks. Chris and Aaron return this week to spin some great tracks that the suits on corporate radio are just not gonna give you. In this hour plus episode you'll get classic tracks from Bulletboys, Krokus, Rough Cutt, and Richie Scarlet. You'll also get get great newer tracks from Crobot, Whitesnake, Armored Saint and much more! Crank up Radio Sucks Radio Show vol21 and SHARE with a friend! Featured Artist: Temple of Silence Temple of Silence Official Website; Official EPK Geeks of the Week: Dave Shirt, Greg McGlone, Chad Wagner, Bill Wang, Robin Bennett, Miguel Nunez, Dennis Gamez, Mike Stewart, David Alpizar, Chris Karam, Paul Watson, Joe Royland, Joe Lascon, Cobras & Fire podcast, Steven Kersh, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Trevor McDougall, Brad Kalmanson, Matt Ashcraft, Derik Novak, Wayne Cross, Bily Hardaway, Shane Hebert, Anthony Pool, Justin Ace Sixx, Marc Alden Taylor, Andrew jacobs, Martin Wenham, Chad Pollock, Sit & Spin with Joe, Akram, Devin Fox, Kevin E. Williams, Brian Knapp, Michael Bartley, Darren Parken, Matt Syverson, Dirty Bit Podcast, Pep Pep, Podcasts Are The Best, The Double Stop, hoops, Stealth, Amber Hutto, The Rockin’ Donkey, Colin Francis, Ben Mitchell, Steve Wedgeworth, Stephen Atchison, Joe Ciambelli, Nick Rose, Rick Hodge, Tom Cullen, Daniel Lee, DC, Steve Newton, Neko Piano PR>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As music fans, we can sometimes be left dumfounded about certain decisions made by our favorite artists. Never is that more true than the choice of a song selected to be a single from an album. Whether it's the decision of artist, manager, pr, or record company some of these choices can leave one scratching their head. In the event that the singles that are chosen don't perform well at radio, it can cause some serious frustration to listeners that feel a choice of a different single could have made the difference between a hit and a dud. "Shoulda Been a Single" This phrase has been echoed by music fans across the globe for decades. Those of us that love hearing full albums, no doubt, have a massive list of songs that they feel qualify with the statement above. This week Chris & Aaron play record executive and decide which songs they feel could've made a dent at radio if given the chance. Some great songs from artists such as KISS, Cheap Trick, Ramones, Thin Lizzy, Warrant, Tora Tora and many more! Check out Shoulda Been a Single and share with a friend! What songs do you feel "shoulda been a single?" Either comment below or send your list to feedback@decibelgeek.com today! Featured Artist: Psychonaut - Official Website Buy Music! KISS Cheap Trick Warrant Ramones Tora Tora Thin Lizzy Paul Stanley GWAR Local H Chip Z'nuff Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1997, no frills rock was about as unpopular as you can imagine....unless you lived in the midwestern United States. The plains states have long been a hotbed of rock and roll fandom. States such as Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin thrived on cranked up Les Pauls through Marshall Stacks and in 1997 one of the midwest's favorite bands was Hair of the Dog. Featuring Ryan Cook, John Sepetys, Mike Dupke, and Brian Saputo, HOTD was a staple across mid-America and drew well while touring with the likes of Cinderella, Skid Row, and Motorhead among others. Hair of the Dog released 3 albums; 1997's self-titled, 2000's 'Rise', and 2001's 'Ignite' before calling it a day with the members moving on to other endeavours. This week Aaron Camaro sits down with Ryan Cook & John Sepetys of Hair of the Dog to discuss the history of the band. In this hour-plus discussion Ryan and John shares stories of the Los Angeles music scene including The Rainbow, experiences with famed rock photog Neil Zlowzower, their rise in the midwestern United States, and what led to the band's demise. Be sure to check out Ryan in his great band The Big Rock Show featuring the talents of Ryan, guitarist Jeremy Asbrock, bassist Deano Workman, drummer Matt Green, and keyboardist Paul Taylor HERE Buy Music! Hair of the Dog Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

su·per·group ˈso͞opərˌɡro͞op/ noun an exceptionally successful rock group, in particular one formed by musicians already famous from playing in other groups.   Yep, that's the definition but we'll be playing fast and loose with Webster's rules. When did we ever care how successful a band is? Great music is all that matters. Supergroups Episode Decibel Geek Podcast This week Aaron and Chris are back to showcase some of their favorite "supergroups." This term is thrown about by lots of folks for lots of reasons. The guys this week explain how they define a supergroup and spin great tracks from the likes of Humble Pie, Blue Murder, Neurotic Outsiders, Them Crooked Vultures, and much, much more!   Geeks of the Week: Miguel Nunez, Andrew KISS (Strange Ways podcast), Brent Walter, Robin Bennett, Kal Hinz, Wayne Cross, Chris Karam, Aaron Baker, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat podcast), Justin Hayes, Colin Francis, Todd Cunningham, David Alpizar, Joe Lascon, Dan Chaput, Brad Kalmanson, Bakko, Gino Ames, Joe Royland, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Mike Stewart, Joe Polo (Podcast Rock City), Marc Alden Taylor, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker), Cobras & Fire podcast, Joseph Ciambelli, Rob Webb, Dennis Gamez, Wayne Newburn, Sit and Spin with Joe, Brian Knapp, Brandt Cattell, Kevin Berry Mataya, Chad Pollock, Kai Velmer, The Mooger Fooger, The Rockin’ Donkey, MusicMagsAndWax, Akram, hoops, Brian Flavell, DC, Steve, TjCullen1171, PodcastsAreTheBest, Collins, Stealth, Joel Hebensperger Buy Music! Humble Pie Blue Murder Damnocracy Animetal USA Contraband Neurotic Outsiders Another Animal Hardroad Them Crooked Vultures Guns N' Roses Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's often said that first impressions are important. In the case of great hard rock and heavy metal albums, this is often true. This week Aaron and Chris pick out some of their favorite album openers. In this hour-plus episode, you'll hear great leadoff tracks from artists like KISS, UFO, Europe, Judas Priest, Metallica, Vinnie Vincent Invasion and much more!  Album Openers episode from Decibel Geek podcast Geeks of the Week: Pat Catalano, David Alpizar, Aaron Baker, Robin Bennett, Mike Stewart, Matt Ashcraft, Brent Walter, Robert De Pasqua, Shane Hebert, Devin Fox, Anthony Pool, Trevor McDougall, Wayne Cross, Billy Hardaway, Marc Alden Taylor, Colin Francis, PJ Brown, Paul Korn, Mike Blount, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Warren Money, James Brendon Dunn, Joe Royland, Justin hayes, Kal Hinz, Joe Lascon, Bakko, Rob Harris, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Joseph Ciambelli, Wayne Newburn, Brandt Cattell, Chad Pollock, Sit and Spin with Joe, Stealth, hoops, DC, MusicMagsAndWax, Jens Hellberg, Dan Chaput, Shawn Franklin, Armando Serna, TJ Cullen, Stephen Atchison, The Mooger Fooger, Podcasts Are The Best, The Rockin’ Donkey, Jerry Wiley Buy Music! KISS Aerosmith Alice in Chains UFO Twisted Sister Europe Metallica Judas Priest Led Zeppelin Vinnie Vincent Invasion Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in October of 2013, Chris and Aaron had a brainstorm. They noticed that many people like songs from big albums by big bands but when those bands go “out of fashion” with the mainstream, they release some great work and much of that work gets ignored by the general music listener. The idea of Buried Treasure was born. This week Aaron and Chris present Buried Treasure II; a collection of great songs from some of your favorite bands that you may have missed from albums released after mainstream success faded. In this hour-plus show you’ll get cool tunes from Dokken, Thin Lizzy, RATT, Britny Fox, Dio and much, much more. Dig it! Dokken– Shadows of Life – Dysfunctional (1995) Quiet Riot – Loaded Gun – Terrified (1993) Aerosmith– Bolivian Ragamuffin – Rock in a Hard Place (1982) Thin Lizzy – Angel of Death – Renegade (1981) RATT– Breakout– Ratt (1999) Britny Fox - "Six Guns Loaded" - Bite Down Hard (1991) Samantha 7 - "Bury Me" - Samantha 7 (2000) Faster Pusscat - "The Power & The Glory Hole" - The Power & The Glory Hole (2006) Ugly Kid Joe - "Would You Like to Be There" - Motel California (1996) Dio - "Golden Rules" - Angry Machines (1996) Geeks of the Week: Dave Shirt, Nikos Tevelis, Cobras & Fire, David Alpizar, Rich Dillon, Matt Ashcraft, Brian Odermatt, Brad Kalmanson, Mike Davis, Miguel Nunez, Terri Green, Mike Stewart, Ryan Sessions, Aaron Baker, Robin Bennett, Robert DePasqua, Kal Hinz, Wayne Cross, Dan Chaput, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Bakko, Billy Hardaway, Trevor McDougall, Colin Francis, James Brendon Dunn, Justin Hayes, Joe Royland, Marc Alden Taylor, Gino Ames, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Warren Money, Rodney Dickson, Chad Pollock, Kai Velmer, Brian Knapp, Darren Parkin, Sit and Spin with Joe, The Riff of the Day, The Rockin’ Donkey. More Buried Treasure! http://www.decibelgeek.com/wordpress/episode-104-buried-treasure/ http://www.decibelgeek.com/wordpress/category/buried-treasure/ Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we fulfill an interview wish that goes back to the beginning of the show; fitting for our 4 year anniversary. This week Aaron and Chris celebrate the 4 year anniversary of Decibel Geek with an in-depth conversation with Mark Slaughter. Currently promoting his new solo album produced by Michael Wagener, 'Reflections in a Rearview Mirror' Mark was kind enough to sit down in-person with Aaron, Chris, and Decibel Geek writer Billy Hardaway for a long-form talk on the new album, the history of Slaughter, and A LOT of discussion about his days working with Vinnie Vincent in the Invasion. Aaron and Chris put out a call a few weeks ago for listener questions for Mark and the listeners did not disappoint. Many of the questions made it into the interview including one that Mark deemed his favorite. The solicitor of that question wins an autographed print of Mark from the photoshoot for his new album. The photo was taken by friend of the show and past guest Chad Lee of Chad Lee Photography. Be sure to listen to the end because Mark gives you another opportunity to win a signed photo if you can be the first to submit an answer to feedback@decibelgeek.com. The Decibel Geek podcast wishes to thank Mark Slaughter for his time and his openness to everything that was asked. Geeks of the Week: Matt Ashcraft, Mike Stewart, Dave Shirt, Howard Tate, Billy Hardaway, Jeff Hogland, Wayne Cross, Justin Hayes, Colin Francis, Mike Blount, Marc Alden Taylor, Robin Bennett, Todd Cunningham, Joe Lascon, Shane Hebert, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat podcast), Warren Money, Sit and Spin with Joe, Wayne Newburn, Brian Knapp, Chad Pollock, Joe Royland, Podcasts Are The Best, hoops, MusiciMagsAndWax, Jack Broad, Daniel Chaput, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Faces Rocks Magazine. More Mark Slaughter! Official Website Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!) Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return this week to cover the second half of a very dark year in music and history. 2001 Year in Review part 2 features more discussion of the pop culture, people, events, and music of July-December. In this hour-plus episode, you'll get discussion of the unveiling of the first iPod, the end of Napster, and the 9/11 terror attacks. You'll also get more classic commercials and tracks by artists including Saxon, Judas Priest, Mr. Big, Danger Danger, Beautiful Creatures, Gamma Ray, Bruce Kulick, and many more.       Geeks of the Week   Devin Fox, Bakko, Anthony Pool, Joseph Ciambelli, Kal Hinz, David Alpizar, Wally Norton, Derik Novak, Jeff Hogland, Paul Korn, Mike Blount, Ian Wadley, Robin Bennett, Colin Francis, Justin Hayes, Joe Lascon, James Brendon Dunn, Dan Chuput, Billy Hardaway, Joe Royland, Rob Harris, Warren Money, Matt Syverson, Brent Walter, Marc Alden Taylor, KISS Army Omaha, Dave Shirt, Mike Stewart, Chad Pollock, Rodney Dickson, Wayne Newburn, Sit and Spin with Joe, Brian Knapp, Faces Rocks Magazine, Loudmouth, Hot Metal Magazine, RAW Magazine, PodcastsAretheBest, Daniel Lee, Hoops, Stephen Atchison, The Mooger Fooger   Buy Music! (click artist name to shop)   Loaded Jimmy Eat World Judas Priest Tuff Mr. Big Danger Danger Beautiful Creatures Bodyjar Saxon Gamma Ray Ozzy Osbourne Lit Bruce Kulick GWAR Glenn Hughes Sevendust Dope Edguy   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We go back in time for the next two weeks to a year that changed the world....but were the tunes good?   This week Aaron and Chris and present part 1 of their 2001 Year in Review. It doesn't seem like it's been almost a decade and a half from 2001 but it has. Many of you are probably thinking "Did anything good come out in 2001?" Well, your hosts this week dug deep and think you'll nod your head in approval at a number of the gems they unearthed from a year that saw the Billboard charts topped by stuff that, well let's just say was "ungood." In part 1 you'll hear all the info from January to June of 2001 including news on the launch of Wikipedia, Don Felder being fired by The Eagles, Eric Singer being rehired by KISS and putting on the catman makeup, the death of Joey Ramone, the release of Motley Crue's 'The Dirt' and much, much more. You'll also get classic commercials from the year as well as lots of tracks from artists such as Buckcherry, Aerosmith, Betty Blowtorch, Econoline Crush, Hair of the Dog, Clutch, Weezer, Warrant, and many more.   Buy Music!   Weezer Warrant Betty Blowtorch Clutch Saliva Alien Ant Farm Hair of the Dog Aerosmith Buckcherry Econoline Crush Treble Charger The Donnas Primal Fear LA Guns Megadeth Drowning Pool STP The Cult   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a show that's been in existence for nearly 4 years and has covered numerous facets of rock and metal, you had to know this day would come. We think you'll like it anyway.   This week Aaron and Chris set out to tackle a true challenge....finding songs from the genre known as Rap Rock that actually kick ass. This genre is picked apart and ridiculed by many rock and metal purists but your hosts aim this week to dig up some gems and prove that there's some good stuff even in midst of something they hate. Tracks from Rage Against the Machine, Clutch, Kid Rock, Incubus, Gwar, Body Count, The Deftones, Mudvayne and much, much more are included. We hope you'll listen with an open mind as we spin some rockin' riffs and righteous rhymes......otherwise, please come back next week. Dig it!   Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Anthony Pool, David Alpizar, Dave Shirt, Devin Fox, Marc Alden Taylor, Rhys Lett, Ryan Sessions, Bakko, Bill Wang, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Robin Bennett, Justin Hayes, Colin Francis, Joe Lascon, Matt Bradshaw, Jeff Hogland, Trevor McDougall, Brent Walter, Scott Olinger, Mike Blount, Derik Novak, Matt Syverson, Joe Royland, Dan Chaput, PJ Brown, Howard Tate, Brent Tibbets, Corey Nowlin, John Sunday, Warren Money, Mike Stewart, Matt Porter (BIG shout-out), Watchin’ You podcast, Gary Daggett, Blair Linthorne, Brad Kanott, Mike Blount, Chad Pollock, Sit & Spin with Joe, Brian Knapp, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine, paul47m, Shawn Franklin, Allen Tate, Chris Capaldo, MusicMagsAndWax, Jack Broad, PodcastsAreTheBest, Monte Carr, hoops, Eric Gaudet, Nick Rose, Frank D. Stealth, Trapper Knight, Sven Isaksson, thekissroom   Buy Music!   Clutch Body Count Rage Against the Machine Kid Rock Deftones Mudvayne Living Colour Run DMC GWAR Incubus KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to talk about the second half of a very polarizing album.   Chris and Aaron return this week with the second part of their discussion with producer Toby Wright for Albums Unleashed - Carnival of Souls. Covering the second half of this controversial KISS album, Toby shares his memories of the tracking and mixing of the songs including the Gene Simmons-sung 'In My Head,' which was written by Gene along with Scott Van Zen and Jaime St. James of Black n' Blue. In this section of the discussion, Wright remembers pushing Simmons and bandmate Paul Stanley to record harmony vocals in the vein of Alice in Chains members Jerry Cantrell and Layne Staley; and how the attempt would fall short by comparison.   Another track discussed in this hour-plus special is 'I Confess.' Wright reflects on a tense recording session involving a string section that was brought in to add a dark feel to the songs and how he had to get the classically-trained musicians to break convention to pull off the sound he was after.   Other tracks covered in this Albums Unleashed special include the psychadelic-tinged 'In the Mirror,' the Black Sabbath-inspired track 'It Never Goes Away,' and one of the most unusual tracks in the KISS catalog; the Middle-Eastern sounding 'Seduction of the Innocent,'    Most notably, however, is the discussion of the debut (and lone) KISS vocal of guitarist Bruce Kulick. This track had quite a history as Wright explains the numerous permutations it would take on during the tracking process (including a lead vocal take from Simmons). This track's autobiographical nature would play out as life would later imitate art in the form of the KISS reunion and guitarist Kulick and drummer Eric Singer would wind up unemployed.   Toby Wright goes into great detail in this discussion of how Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley called a meeting during the overdub sessions for Carnival of Souls to break the news that they had been solicited with a multi-million dollar offer to put on the greasepaint and reunite with original KISS drummer and guitarist Peter Criss and Ace Frehley; respectively.   The effect of the reunion announcement would have a catastrophic effect on the album; as it was immediately shelved by Mercury Records, leaked on the internet, and then, with very little fanfare, released by the record label in October of 1997.    The Decibel Geek Podcast wants to thank Toby Wright for giving so much time in discussing a controversion, yet bittersweet, album in his massively successful discography. We hope you enjoy this 2 part Albums Unleashed special on KISS' Carnival of Souls.   More Toby Wright!   Official Website   More COS Info!   Bruce Kulick COS Retrospective     Geeks of the Week: Devin Fox, Rob Harris, David Alpizar, Craig Cohen, Warren Money, Marc Alden Taylor, Shane Hebert, Mark Lo, James Brendon Dunn, Robin Bennett ($20.00 donation), Allen Tate, Brad Kalmanson, Mike Blount, Derik Novak, Colin Francis, Justin Hayes, Joe Lascon, Corey Nowlin, PJ Brown, Brent Walter, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Dan Chaput, Jeff Hogland, Ryan Sessions, Wally Norton, Eddie Golatka, Brandt Cattell, Mike Stewart, Brian Knapp, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine, Steve Cunningham, hoops, Jack Broad, Shawn Franklin, Stephen Atchison, Rockorama, Joel Hebensperger, Nick Rose, MusicMagsAndWax, Joel DeLorge, Toby Wright   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We wanted to get into something polarizing and divisive this week. Mission accomplised...   Famed producer Toby Wright sits down with Chris and Aaron this week for part 1 of a 2 part Albums Unleashed special covering KISS' 1997 release Carnival of Souls.   Shelved in early 1996 by Mercury Records due to KISS taking a left turn at Reunionville, Carnival of Souls leaked shortly thereafter and was bootlegged in large numbers necessitating an official release in October of 1997.   In this hour-plus part 1 episode, Toby Wright recounts his initial meetings with Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley about the "new direction" in which the band was deciding to head, his impressions of the songs being written for the album, and the tracking of basic tracks. The track by track discussion in this episode includes Toby's memories of the creation of songs 'Hate,' 'Rain,' 'Master & Slave,' 'Childhoods End,' ' I Will Be There,' and 'Jungle.' Discussion of tension between Simmons & Stanley over arrangements is also included as well as Wright's memories of a tense mixing session with Simmons in regards to his bass part in one of the songs and how, due to the co-production credit on the album, politics and diplomacy had to be in delicate balance.   It's the first half of deep talk about one of KISS' most polarizing albums; with many members of the KISS Army either loving it or hating it. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed - Carnival of Souls with Toby Wright. Toby Wright @Work   EDITOR NOTE: Much of the source material for questions presented in this 2 part special from Bruce Kulick's fantastic Carnival of Souls Retrospective. Click HERE to check it out!         More Toby Wright!   Official Website   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase via Amazon)   KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After having full intention of recording a new Year in Review episode, life got in the way but something more fun came from it; talking to you!   Aaron and Chris call an audible this week. Instead of an intended Year in Review show (don't worry, it'll still happen), the guys get on the blower and talk to you! In this hour-plus interactive episode, your hosts have quick chats with friends of the show including listeners, musicians, and hosts of other great podcasts; all answering one important question.    You'll hear from folks including Mitch Lafon (One on One with Mitch Lafon), Victor Ruiz (Mars Attacks Podcast), Joe Polo (Podcast Rock City), Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Roch Vallaincourt (Radioactive Metal Podcast), Ryan Cook (Big Rock Show/Hair of the Dog), Chip Z'nuff (Enuff Z'nuff), and many others including numerous Decibel Geek listeners. This was a bit of an experiment but it was a lot of fun to record. We hope you enjoy Rock n Rolodex!   Calls in Order   Jeff “Crippler” Daniels – Nirvana ‘Dumb’ Andrew Jacobs – Beatles ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’ Warren Money – Van Halen ‘Top of the World’ Jack Broad – Beatles – ‘Helter Skelter’ Billy Hardaway – Iron Maiden – ‘Stranger in a Strange Land’ Ian Wadley – Van Halen ‘Romeo Delight’ Brian Ingbretson – Iron Maiden ‘Powerslave’ JTB - Elvis Preley – 'Promised Land' Mitch Lafon – Metallica – ‘Creeping Death’ Ryan Cook – KISS – ‘100,000 Years’  Bill Wang – Rush – 'Cygnus X-1' Joe Polo – KISS – 'Creatures of the Night' Nicholas (wrong #) – Pearl Jam – 'Black' Victor Ruiz – KISS – 'All Hell’s Breaking Loose' Ben Mitchell – KISS – Take it Off Trevor McDougall – KISS –'Unholy' Roch Vallaincourt – KISS – 'Let Me Go Rock n’Roll'  Chip Z’nuff – Beatles – Dear Prudence   Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Joe Royland, David Alpizar, David Stonich, Marc Alden Taylor, Jeff Hogland, Warren Money, James Brendon Dunn, Joel Hebensperger, Jay Barth, Chris Karam, Ian Wadley, Shane Hebert, Wally Norton, Derik Novak, Corey Nowlin, Ben Mitchell, Trevor McDougall, Robert Foster, Matt Bradshaw, Joe Lascon, Mark Lo, Brent Tibbets, Brent Walter, Andrew Jacobs, Howard Tate, Sit and Spin with Joe, Dave Shirt,  Greg “Woody” Embry, Mark Edwards, Jimi Love, Brandt Cattell, Chad Pollock, hoops, Rock and Roll GPS, Dave Stell, thekissroom, hkcollectibles, Billy Hardaway, Hot Metal Magazine, RAW Magazine, Faces Rocks Magazine, Loudmouth, Daniel Chaput, Jack Broad Viking Girl   Buy Music!   KISS Beatles Iron Maiden Elvis Presley Van Halen Rush Nirvana Pearl Jam Metallica   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below     Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's been a lot of talk in the KISS fan world about the original road crew. This week, we have one of them on to talk about the good old days.   Jay "Hot Sam" Barth guests this week to discuss his time working for KISS during their rise to stardom. As front-of-house sound mixer, Hot Sam had a great seat to watch Gene, Paul, Ace, and Peter slay audiences on a nightly basis. In this discussion, Hot Sam discusses his time working with the band on the Dressed to Kill tour, the recording of KISS Alive!, the popularity of the band in his hometown of Detroit, and the changes that he witnessed during the Destroyer tour in 1976.    Other members of the original KISS crew have released a book documenting the era entitled, 'Out on the Streets.' It can be purchased HERE   The Decibel Geek podcast thanks Jay "Hot Sam" Barth for coming on the show and sharing his memories of working with KISS.     Geeks of the Week: Brent Walter, Nikos Tevelis, David Alpizar, Devin Fox, Todd Cunningham, Justin Hayes, Jeff Hogland, Warren Money, Andrew Jacobs, Trevor McDougall, Mike Blount, James Brendon Dunn, Wayne Cross, Marc Alden Taylor, Ian Wadley (Rock & Metal Combat Podcast), Shane Hebert, Darren Parkin, Sit & Spin with Joe, Brian Knapp, Chad Pollock, Tom Cullen, Vic Rector, Bill, Jack Russell, Mojo Dave, hoops, DC, Derik Novak, Daniel Lee, Armando Serna, Stealth, MusicMagsAndWax, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine   Buy Music   KISS Rush   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love is in the air once again...so it's time to break out some sappy shit!   Aaron and Chris commemorate this year's Valentine's Day with the second volume of their For the Ladies collection of power ballads. In this hour plus block of music, you'll get heartfelt anthems from artists such as Y&T, Salty Dog, Babylon AD, Hair of the Dog, Slaughter, and Aerosmith among others.   It's okay to let your macho guard down for a week, fellas. Enjoy, For the Ladies volume 2!   Buy Music!   Aerosmith Great White Y&T Salty Dog Ozzy Osbourne Babylon AD Damn Yankees Warrant Slaughter Hair of the Dog     Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, David Alpizar, Miguel Nunez, Scott Lull, Joe Royland, Wayne Cross, Chris Karam, Jeff Hogland, Trevor McDougall, Matt Ashcraft, Wally Norton, Derik Novak, Corey Nowlin, PJ Brown, Mike Blount, Justin Hayes, Devin Fox, Joe Hebensperger, Rob Harris, Paul Korn, Dan Chaput, Marc Alden Taylor, Ian Wadley, Billy Hardaway, Andrew Jacobs, Warren Money, Enoch Tsarion, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Sit and Spin with Joe, Darren Parken, Kai Velmer, Chap Pollock, Rodney Dickson, Jason Wood, Steve, Collins, hoops, MusicMagsAndWax, The Mooger Fooger, DC, Rock and Roll GPS, Armando Serna, Joe Barnes, Soundcheck DFW, Gary Stonge, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine, Mike Stewart   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes it's best to just start at the beginning; and this week we're doing just that.   Aaron and Chris return this week to present Demo-licious; an hour-plus of the original inspiration for tunes from some of your favorite bands. You'll hear unreleased songs from bands like KISS, Motley Crue, Cinderella, and Ace Frehley. You'll also get the original demos for tracks that would take shape later down the road from bands like Van Halen, Guns N' Roses, and some interesting situations involving demos from Black Sabbath and Metallica. Enjoy Demo-licious and SHARE it with a friend!   Geeks of the Week: Mike Blount, Warren Money, Marc Alden Taylor, Bakko, Todd Cunningham, Robert Foster, Trevor McDougall, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat podcast), Jeff Hogland, Wally Norton, Derik Novak, Andrew Jacobs, Joe Royland, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker Podcast), Chad Pollock, Brian Knapp, Darren Parkin, West Side Dave, Sit and Spin with Joe, Enoch Tsarion, The Mooger Fooger, DC, Viking Girl, Billy Hardaway, hoops, Joe Royland   Buy Music!   Black Sabbath Ugly Kid Joe KISS Cinderella Motley Crue Judas Priest Guns N' Roses Metallica  Van Halen Ace Frehley Def Leppard   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dig deep into the Decibel Geek vault for something never heard before.   Chris and Aaron present a chat with former Dan Hartman group member Blanche Napoleon. The group, formed in the late 70's by Hartman (a former member of the Edgar Winter group) and included Napoleon on backing vocals, drummer Hilly Michaels, G.E. Smith, and a young, unknown guitarist named Vincent Cusano. The Hartman group had a Hot 100 disco hit in 'Instant Replay'; of which the promo video has gained some popularity in recent years due to the "interesting" choreography between Cusano and Smith.   Blanche shares her memories of Vinnie during his musically formative years, the bond between the band members, Hartman's connection to other musical notables of the day, the disco nightlife of the late 70's in New York City and much more.     Editor's Note: The interview portion of this episode was recorded in December of 2011. It was shelved at the time due to being too far out of demographic. Upon further reflection and a growing fanbase with diverse tastes, it's being released now. Apologies to Blanche Napoleon and her appearance on The Decibel Geek podcast is much appreciated.     Geeks of the Week: David Alpizar, Mike Blount, Danny Allen Clark, Matt Ashcraft, Devin Fox, Brent Walter, Joseph Ciambelli, Scott Olinger, Mark Alden Taylor, Joe Lascon, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Joe Royland (Sit and Spin with Joe podcast), Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat podcast, Chris Karam, Joey Vanchieri, Jeff Hogland, James Brendon Dunn, Warren Money, Ken Mills (Podkisst, Cheap Talk podcast), Wayne Newburn, Darren Parkin, Chad Pollock, Gus G. Derik Novak, Hard Rocking Trivia Show, Jason Wood, The Mooger Fooger, John Sturm, MusicMagsAndWax, Billy Hardaway, Daniel Chaput, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine   Buy Music!   Vinnie Vincent Dan Hartman Johnny Winter Edgar Winter   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week Down Under, we're back to a format that feels like a good ole pair of jeans.   Chris and Aaron present volume 20 of their long-running music-based Radio Sucks Radio Show format. No top-40, no corporate directives; just great rock and metal music that spans decades and borders and delivers over a full hour of ear candy. Great tracks from Poison, Gus G., D.A.D., Monte Pittman, Clutch, The Tip, and many more! Dig it!   Geeks of the Week: Miguel Nunez, Danny Allen Clark, David Alpizar, Nick Tevelis, Devin Fox, Robert DePasqua, Joe Lascon, Joe Royland, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Scott Olinger, Shane Hebert, Kynan O’Meara, Brent Walter, Warren Money, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Jeff Hogland, Marc Alden Taylor, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Brent Tibbetts, Mike Bount, James Brendon Dunn, Brian Knapp, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Wayne Newburn, Chad Pollock, Rock and Roll GPS, TwittEarl, Barrisite, hoops, Daniel Chaput, DC, Raw Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth, Faces Rocks Magazine   Buy Music!   The Tip Bag Queen City Kids Poison Monte Pittman D.A.D. Faster Pussycat clutch Gus G. Black Cat Moan   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you Aussie Rock volume 1! In this hour-plus episode the guys spin some of their favorite music from Down Under. You'll hear some familiar names but some not-so-familiar ones as well to give you a taste of some awesome Australian talent.   This week you get great tracks from well-known Aussie bands such as AC/DC, Rose Tattoo, and Airbourne. You'll also get some cool tracks from great artists such as Skyhooks, Electric Mary, White Widdow, Chinatown Angels and much more. A lot of great hard rock to fill your head holes. Dig it!   Geeks of the Week: Danny Allen Clark, Devin Fox, Brian Bates, Miguel Nunez, Todd Cunningham, Sid Menon, Brian Bates, Miguel Nunez, David Alpizar, Derik Novak, Bakko, Crash Crafton, Justin Ace Sixx, Matt Ashcraft, Kal Hinz, Rich Dillon, Robert de Pasqua, Joe Royland, Gino Ames, Jeff Hogland, Marc Bullard, Shane Hebert, Joe Lascon, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), James Brendon Dunn, Ian Wadley (Rock and Metal Combat Podcast), Howard Tate, Scott Olinger, Brent Walter, Warren Money, Brian Knapp, David Green, John Morton, Orm Arnarson, Brad Kanott, Sit and Spin with Joe, Darren Parkin, Robin Bennett, Lee Schembri, Chad Pollock, Rodney Dickson, Faces Rocks Magazine, Loudmouth, Raw Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Billy Hardaway, John Sturm, Hoops, Lisa Gillis Books, Jack Broad, Mando Serna, The Mooger Fooger, Metalfavs, MusicMagsAndWax, Creatures of the Net, The Cassius Morris Show, Barrisite, Steve, Rob Lane, TwitEarl, Sven Isaksson, Hard Rocking Trivia Show, Rock and Roll GPS, Cesar Neyra Buy Music!   Opening Theme Song:   Psychonaut - Death to False Metal (from the album Shock 'em Dead)   Skyhooks AC/DC Rose Tattoo Electric Mary White Widdow My Dynamite Airbourne Chinatown Angels Grinspoon Jet   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On June 11, 1991 rock and metal history was made when Skid Row released their followup album. Sophomore jinx? Nothing could be further from the truth.   This week Aaron and Chris return to Wire World Studios to sit down with legendary producers Michael Wagener to discuss the landmark album, Slave to the Grind. The followup to the self-titled Skid Row debut album left its mark as it debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 Chart. The album holds up today with its mix of sludgy guitars, dark lyrics, and powerful vocals from singer Sebastian Bach. In this discussion, Michael shares his memories of producing this album. You'll hear stories of the atmosphere of the recording process, the band's work ethic, and much, much more.   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   Skid Row   More Michael Wagener!   Official Website MW Rok Pak Production Workshops   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What better way to ring in a new year than by taking it as a literal directive?   Chris and Aaron kick off 2015 by taking the phrase "Happy New Year" quite literally. This week has the guys picking some of their favorite songs that have the words "Happy,""New,"or "Year" in the title.   You'll get great tracks from Hanoi Rocks,Wolfmother, Them Crooked Vultures, Iron Maiden, KISS, and more! We even spin a couple listener suggestions. Drop down from the chandelier, take that lampshade off your head, and listen to some great rock with us this week.   Geeks of the Week: Gino Ames, Mike Blount, Matt Ashcraft, Scott Olinger, Brad Kalmanson, David Alpizar, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Robert De Pasqua, Wally Norton, Justin Ace Sixx, Jeff Hogland, Shane Hebert, Paul Stamm, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Joe Lascon, Joe Royland, Warren Money, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Corey Nowlin, Chance Foster, Rich Dillon, James Brendon Dunn, The Riff of the Day, Brian Knapp, Sit and Spin with Joe, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Chad Pollock, Anthony Pool, Rockspecialite, Ana Maria Mateus Vilva, Aneta Samborska, Heavy Rock, Devin Fox, Brent Tibbetts, Bakko, Wally Norton, Loudmouth Column, Faces Rocks Magazine, RAW Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Adam Cox, John Sturm, MusicMagsAndWax, Vega, Steve Conte, James Bukowiec, playball66, The Method, RivalSonsFansUK, Barrisite, glimmergirl, chris vaglio, The Mooger Fooger   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   KISS Iron Maiden Wolfmother Guns N' Roses Them Crooked Vultures 60 Ft. Dolls Yardbirds Love/Hate Hanoi Rocks Vinnie Vincent Invasion   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2014 is drawing to a close and we're finishing it out with a rocking look back.   Aaron and Chris close out 2014 by spinning their Top 10 tracks of the year (each). In this supersized episode of the Decibel Geek podcast you'll get 20 tracks of the year's best in rock and metal with songs from Big Wreck, Rival Sons, Harem Scarem, Ace Frehley, Overkill, Judas Priest, AC/DC, Steve Conte, Slash and a bunch more!    Buy Music! (click album title to purchase!)   Steve Conte - NYC Big Wreck - Ghosts Edguy - Space Police n Sebastian Bach - Give Em' Hell Rival Sons - Great Western Valkyrie Ace Frehley - Space Invader The Dead Daisies - Face I Love Kyng - Burn the Serum Red Dragon Cartel - Red Dragon Cartel Vega - Stereo Messiah Harem Scarem - Thirteen Crobot - Something Supernatural Smashing Pumpkins - Monuments To An Elegy Overkill - White Devil Armory Judas Priest - Redeemer of Souls Slash - World On Fire AC/DC - Rock or Bust Black Label Society - Catacombs Of The Black Vatican Donnie Vie - The White Album California Breed - California Breed CD/DVD Deluxe Edition   Geeks of the Week: David Alpizar, Chris Karam, Victor Ruiz (Mars Attacks Podcast), Bakko, Paul Stamm, Joe Lascon, Allen Tate, Brad Kalmanson, Derik Novak, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Brent Walter, Shane Hebert, James Brendon Dunn, Warren Money, Julie Bakken, Sit and Spin with Joe, Chad Pollock, Robin Bennett, Brian Bates, Matt Bradshaw, Tony Clemons, Metal: A Headbangers Heaven, Mike Stewart, Todd Cunningham, Miguel Nunez, Joe Vanchieri, Mike Blount, Matt Ashcraft, Justin Ace Sixx, Gino Ames, Riff of the Day, Orm Arnarson, Doug Aldrich, hoops, Sid Menon, Jeff Ludban, Viking Girl, MusicMagsAndWax, Jack Broad, Joel DeLorge, TwittEarl, Nonsensicast Radio, Hard Rock Dad, Raw Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth Column, Faces Rocks Magazine, The Mooger Fooger   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return to cover the second half of 1989 and boy is there a lot to talk about! July through December see news stories involving Drew Barrymore, The Monkees reuniting, Pete Rose's banning from baseball, the San Francisco earthquake, and the opening of the Berlin Wall.    The guys cover all of it and spin tracks from bands like Lion, Ace Frehley, KISS, Alice Cooper, Warrant, Shotgun Messiah, and much, much more!   Buy Music!   Alice Cooper Guy Mann Dude Enuff Z'nuff Lion LA Guns Smithereens Motley Crue Faster Pussycat Aerosmith Shotgun Messiah KISS Joe Satriani Eric Clapton Overkill Suicidal Tendencies Whitesnake  Warrant Ace Frehley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been six months but this week we return with another Year in Review; this time it's one picked by our very own listeners.   Aaron and Chris take you on a journey of the first half of 1989. You'll get discussion of news stories, sports, movies, the price of bacon, and pop culture happenings highlighted by tons of music discussion and tunes from artists like Extreme, Lizzy Borden, Skid Row, Sepultura, Tesla, Blue Murder, Badlands, and much, much more! It's a trip in the way back machine going back 25 years. Join us!     Buy Music!   Extreme Lizzy Borden Skid Row Tesla Blue Murder Badlands Sepultura The Cult Great White W.A.S.P. Dangerous Toys Ramones Nirvana Faith No More Mr. Big King's X   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week marks an anniversary that is anything but something to celebrate. That said, we pay tribute to a true metal icon and, more importantly, an amazing human being.   Aaron and Chris return this week to pay tribute to the memory of Dimebag Darrell. The iconic guitarist was murdered onstage 10 years ago this week. Since then, a series of bike rides for charity have sprung up all over the United States. We had rock photographer and friend of Darrell's, Chad Lee, on the show as he was gearing up for the Nashville chapter event in September. Chris attended the ride and documented the process while later being joined by Aaron for the knockout metal concert.    In this Dimebag tribute special, you'll hear first-hand how the day unfolded for Nashville's Ride for Dime event; from the bar-b-que before the ride and party that includes chats with Chad Lee, Steve Bumpus of Bumpus Harley Davidson (hosts for the event), Nancy Sayle (Rock for MS), and guitarist Nick Bowcott (Grim Reaper). The episode moves into the evening and features backstage talks with Sirius/XM deejay Jose Mangin as well as a lengthy talk with former Black Label Society guitarist Nick Catanese. It's a fly-on-the-wall perspective of a day that saw thousands of people coming together to help out charities and remember a metal legend and amazing person. We hope you dig it.   Buy Music!   Pantera Damageplan   More Chad Lee!   Official Website   More Nick Bowcott!   Dean Guitars Profile   More Jose Mangin!   Official Twitter   More Nick Catanese!   Official Website   Rock Against MS   Official Website   Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue   Offical Website   Geeks of the Week: Stuart Balk (Midnight Movie Cowboys podcast), Matt Ashcraft, Mike Blount, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Howard Tate, Gino Ames, Kal Hinz, Aaron Baker, Brian Bates, Paul Stamm, David Alpizar, Brad Kalmanson, Joe Lascon, Justin Ace Sixx, Sit and Spin with Joe, Shane Hebert, Brent Walter, Warren Money, Jason Ramaley, Derik Novak, The Riff of the Day, Chad Pollock, Brian Knapp, Alicia Martin, Lynn Bohne, Cassius Morris, Jack Broad, Adam Cox, Raw Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth Column, Faces Rocks Magazine, Steve Newton, Music Mags and Wax, Daniel Chaput, Hoops, Pep Pep   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of our favorite past guests and friend of the show returns this week for a more personal reason.   Todd Austin (aka Toddzilla) returns to the Decibel Geek Podcast this week and boy is he packing some great stories. If you don't remember, Toddzilla was Aaron and Chris' guest for Episode 113 - Roth-Era Van Halen Discussion. In that discussion, the guys picked favorite tunes from Eddie and co. but Toddzilla's stories were so memorable and entertaining, they elicited a lot of listeners asking for him to return.   In this conversation, Todd shares some of stories of his long career in and around the music industry. Entertaining tales involving Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Billy Gibbons, Ace Frehley, Vinnie Vincent, and Gene Simmons highlight just a portion of the talk.   Other subjects touched upon include the growth of the Nashville rock music scene, a strange encounter with Johnny Cash, and details of a documentary in-production covering Toddzilla's life.   Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Matt Ashcraft, Howard Tate, Warren Money, Chris Karam, Kal Hinz, Derik Novak, Justin Ace Sixx, Dan Miles, Mike Blount, Shane Hebert, Matt Syverson, Scott Olinger, Brent Walter, Brian Knapp, Chad Pollock, MusicMagsAndWax, Hoops, Adam Cox, Raw Magazine, Hot Metal Magazine, Loudmouth Column, Faces Rocks Magazine, Viking Girl, Pep Pep, Jack Broad, Joel DeLorge, Snark at the Moon Billy Hardaway, Nick Rose, Robert, Collins, Singer International. Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase) Funkhammer JonesWorld   More Toddzilla! Toddzilla on Facebook Toddzilla the Movie   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below           Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been over a year since we've gone to bizarro world and this week we finally go back.   Aaron and Chris return to a strange place this week as they present volume 5 of their Bizarro Covers series. This week they're spinning more great hard rock and metal versions of songs that are anything but. Tracks from rock/metal artists such as Enuff Z'nuff, Charm City Devils, Exodus, Machine Head and more performing tracks originally done by non-rock artists such as The Police, Seal, Paul Simon, and Irene Cara. We're back in bizarro world and what a long strange trip it's been....   Buy Music!   Charm City Devils Enuff Z'nuff L.A. Guns Trixter Andy Taylor Warmen Exodus Machine Head Mushroomhead Edge of Forever   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While you can always count on Decibel Geek to bring you the best songs from your all-time favorite bands, we'd not be doing our duty if we didn't turn you on to some great newer bands as well.   Chris and Aaron return this week for volume 3 of their Fresh Blood series. In this hour-plus episode you'll hear great tracks from newer bands such as Count's 77, Cage the Gods, Wayland, Black Trip, Charm City Devils and much, much more!   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   Counts 77 Switchblade Serenade Charm City Devils Cage the Gods Black Train 27 Nothing More Wayland Black Trip Mista Lou and the Posers The Tip   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to (belatedly) celebrate Halloween with some of our favorite scary songs.   This week Aaron and Chris are spinning some of their favorite Scary Songs. The criteria was loose in some cases as some of these songs sound scary, some are by scary artists, and others are about scary subject matter. All in all though, it's a solid 90 minutes of great spooky rock and metal from artists such as Type O Negative, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Mondo Generator, Dokken, Slayer and more!   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   Slayer Mondo Generator Cheap Trick Deep Purple Dokken Type O Negativee Black Sabbath Korn  AC/DC Alice Cooper   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a huge response to last week's part 1, we're back to pick up our talk with John Corabi about the 1994 self-titled Motley Crue album.   We pick up Albums Unleashed - Motley Crue with John Corabi part 2 with a discussion of Hooligan's Holiday. From there John guides us through the creative process for each song on the album; highlighting the motives for the lyrics as well as some surprising revelations about the origin of some of the music on the album and a great story about Glenn Hughes' involvement in the recording for Misunderstood.    Other topics touched on in this long-form discussion include the much-talked-about MTV interview that strained the network's relationship with the band, the possibility of the band changing their name during the making of the album, one song that was re-written for the album five times and another that was almost torpedoed by record company politics; leading to a fight from the band for its inclusion. All of that and A LOT more!       Buy Music!   John Corabi Motley Crue   More John Corabi! (click to select) Twitter Facebook YouTube   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram   E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with the second installment of our Albums Unleashed series and it's been a long time coming but we truly believe it's been worth the wait.   John Corabi joins Aaron and Chris this week to discuss what is arguably one of the most underrated albums of all-time; Motley Crue's self-titled album from 1994. In part one of this discussion, John helps us lay the groundwork into the story of the album with stories of his audition process, pre-production for the album, and the maddening-yet-rewarding experience of working with legendary producer Bob Rock.   John also shares revelations into the decision-making process of Motley Crue at that time; choosing to abandon the previously-blazed path of lyrics about rock and roll decadence and focus on delivering an album that's powerful not only musically but thought-provoking in its exploration of dark social commenatary. Tracks discussed in part one of this discussion include 'Hammered,' 'Power to the Music,' 'Uncle Jack,' and 'Hooligan's Holiday.' Also covered in this episode is information on John's current plans to perform the Motley album in-full at select upcoming dates with his band that includes guitarists Jeremy Asbrock, Josh Dutoit, bassist Topher Nolen and John's son Ian Corabi.   Next week we return to the track by track of the remainder of the album and it promises not to disappoint as John is very forthcoming in sharing the impetus for each song, it's process of creation, and his thoughts on them in hindsight.   Buy Music!   John Corabi Motley Crue   More John Corabi! (click to select)   Twitter Facebook YouTube   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week focused on Germany to celebrate Rocktoberfest, we're back to being all over the map this week.   This week Aaron and Chris return with volume 19 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show series. No theme, no plan; just tunes that the guys have been listening to and think you might like. All eras celebrated with artists old and new including Britny Fox, Cinderella, Crobot, Faith No More, Winger, John Corabi, and a bunch more!   Buy Music!   Crobot Winger John Corabi Britny Fox Cinderella Faith No More Jackyl Gilby Clarke Fit for Rivals Unisonic   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While many rock/metal shows celebrate Halloween during the month of October, we can't forget another important event from across the pond that enables everyone to get sloppy drunk...   This week Aaron and Chris get into the deustchland spirit with Rocktoberfest; an hour-plus of great songs from great bands that hail from Germany. There were a lot of great options to choose from as Germany has produced a ton of great rock and metal over the years. The guys picks include Michael Schenker Group, Accept, Edguy, Helloween, Gamma Ray, and a bunch more. So, fill that beer stein to the top and rock out with us as the Decibel Geek podcast celebrates Rocktoberfest!   Buy Music!   Scorpions Accept Warlock Edguy Michael Schenker Group Helloween Gamma Ray Shameless Sinner Evidence One   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No previous guest has garnered more attention (and controversy) to the Decibel Geek podcast than Gary Corbett. And this week, he's back for a different reason.   This week Gary Corbett returns to the Decibel Geek Podcast to join Chris and Aaron in a discussion of notable keyboardists throughout rock and metal history. In this long-form conversation, the guys point out some of their favorite keyboard players and favorite keyboard/synthesizer parts of songs throughout rock history.   This in-depth discussion with Gary Corbett also includes personal stories of Gary's involvement with keys throughout his life; from his early days of piano lessons at age 4 to his love for the British Invasion to the influence of prog-rock on him throughout high school and into his work from the 80's onward with artists such as Cyndi Lauper, KISS, and Cinderella   A lot of laughs, personal memories, and great music throughout this hour-plus discussion on keyboardists. Join Gary, Chris, and Aaron on a trip down memory lane.   Buy Music!   Bon Jovi Cinderella Cyndi Lauper Deep Purple Dio ELP Europe Faith No More Boston Beach Boys Mountain Ozzy Osbourne Procol Harum Rick Wakeman YES Steppenwolf Steve Winwood Dave Clark Five The Doors The Who Uriah Heep Van Halen   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   More Gary!   Conversation with Gary Corbett Part 1 Conversation with Gary Corbett Part 2     Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's hard to believe that this week's theme has not been covered on the Decibel Geek Podcast but today it takes place.   Media worlds collide this week as SiriusXM deejay and author Luc Carl joins the Decibel Geek podcast to discuss their Top 5 Live Albums. When picking parameters for their choices it was mutually agreed that each person would choose albums that had a personal meaning to them in their journey through music and life. Because of that, you're going to hear a wide variety of picks; some you'll agree with and others you won't. Either way, there's lots of tunes, lots of laughs, and lots of great stories shared between Chris, Aaron, and the Ayatollah of Jack and Cola, Luc Carl!   Buy Music!   KISS Pantera Dokken Aerosmith AC/DC Iron Maiden Queens of the Stone Age Slayer Thin Lizzy Ramones Ozzy Osbourne Poison Lizzy Borden   More Luc Carl!   The Drunk Diet (book) Official Website Official Twitter Official Facebook SiriusXM Satellite Radio (Luc hosts Ozzy's Boneyard & Hair Nation)    Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the early 1980's a pair of Texas brothers decided to form a band. 30+ years later, they are heavy metal legends. Pantera's rise to the top of the thrash heap happened despite a lack of heavy radio airplay and media hype. Their ascent was due to the power of grassroots word-of-mouth brought on by a legion of loyal fans that are still as fanatical about the band as they were at the end of their run in 2003. Today, we talk to a fan of the band that wound up in the inner-circle.   This week, Chris and Aaron are joined by rock photographer Chad Lee to discuss all-things-Pantera. Chad is not only a talented photographer but was a personal friend of "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott. He organizes the Nashville chapter of Ride for Dime. With the Nashville event coming up on September 27th, Chad sat down to discuss Pantera and Darrell's legacy, their material, and other entertaining stories about the "Cowboys from Hell."    Ride For Dime Inc, a 501 (c) 3, charitable organization, honors the lives of guitar hero and friend, "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, Jeff Thompson, Nathan Bray, and Erin Halk. Ride for Dime has proudly given back to charities that were of interest to Darrell during his life as well as charities he would have been proud to be a part of, like IAVA. In 2010, they started planning and began raising funds for their own "Ride for Dime Scholarship Fund" and are well on their way with the addition of new chapters.   We encourage all of our local listeners to purchase a ticket to the upcoming event and hang out with us! Ticket purchase includes entry into a raffle for autographed guitars from KORN & Halestorm. If you aren't local, you can still purchase a ticket and that money will go towards the charity so you can help from abroad as well. All proceeds benefit Rock Against MS and Nashville animal rescue Proverbs 12:10   Event Information: Ride For Dime Nashville 2014 3rd annual Motorcycle run and concert   Main Street Music 527 W. Main St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Date: Saturday September 27, 2014 06:00 PM Doors: 5:00 PM   Headliner: KIST -AMAZING KISS tribute full costume and stage show FUNGONEWRONG Opener: Erasing Never Sekond Skyn The F**king Pantera Cover Band   Special Guest: Jonathan Montoya - SALIVA Nick Catanese - The Evil Twin (Black Label Society) Nick Bowcott - (Grim Reaper/Marshall Amps/Guitar World Dime tribute) Jose Mangin- (Sirius XM, Liquid Metal, Ozzy's Boneyard , Affliction Clothing) Lüc Carl (Sirius XM Hair Nation, Ozzy's Boneyard Drunk Diet author)   Buy Tickets HERE! https://www.stubwire.com/event/ridefordimenashville20143rdannualmotorcyclerunandconcert/mainstreetmusic/murfreesboro/8452/   More information at www.RideforDime.org Ride for Dime on Facebook Ride for Dime on Instagram   More Chad Lee! Official Website Official Facebook Official Instagram Official Twitter   Buy Music!   Pantera Damageplan   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After spending a week in the clouds, we're heading south......way south.   This week Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite songs from the underworld. Hell - Ep153 features hellaciously good tunes from KISS, Turbonegro, King Kobra, Black Sabbath, Heaven's Basement, Halestorm, and much more.   Buy Music!   KISS Turbonegro King Kobra Heaven & Hell Black Sabbath Union Heaven's Basement Iron Maiden Halestorm Scary Monster   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back from a week that nearly put Aaron Camaro out of commission and into recovery. After a health scare of pre-pneumonia, Aaron is back to help Chris tackle this week's subject; and is it ever a doozy.   This week the guys cover the first half of two very common subjects in songwriting; Heaven and Hell. Rock and metal bands have written about these subjects for decades and that only stands to continue in the future.This week Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite tracks about the great beyond that is Heaven. In this episode you'll hear great tracks from artists such as Dio, Gunpowder Gray, Volbeat, Suicidal Tendencies, Stryper, Dokken, and much more.   Buy Music!   Dokken Yngwie Malmsteen Gunpowder Gray Volbeat Dio Suicidal Tendencies Black Sabbath Great White Bride Stryper   Jason Becker Movie   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret that we like Ace Frehley around here and the new 'Space Invader' album is in constant rotation in the studio and we can't wait to hear more from the original Spaceman. And on that note....   Recently, Ace announced that the wait for his next album won't be as long as us Frehley fans are accustomed to. In fact, Ace is planning an all-covers album for the near future.   This week Aaron and Chris spin their wish list of covers that they think would benefit from an Ace-lift. You'll definitely be surprised by some of their choices that include songs from Budgie, Billy Joel, Deep Purple, Head East, Cheap Trick and much more! We also share YOUR suggestions for songs that Ace should consider for this new album. Enjoy this hour+ of songs that we want to hear covered by the space cowboy!   Buy Music!   Head East Deep Purple Billy Joel Budgie Gerry Rafferty FLIPP The First Edition BTO Cheap Trick The Normal George Harrison Daddy Cool Thin Lizzy Ace Frehley   Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Robert De Pasqua, David Alpizar, James Brendon Dunn, Brian Bates, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Shane Hebert, I-am Hoops, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Joe Lascon, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Mike Blount, Brent Walter, Warren Money, Joe Royland, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Gang Forward, MusicMagsAndWax, Shane Stuckless, Don Nitschke, Nashville Metal Bands, Stitcher Radio, Adam Cox   LISTENER SUGGESTIONS:   Rhys Lett: KISS – Crazy Nights Daddy Cool – Eagle Rock (anthem in Australia)   Warren Money: AC/DC – Back in Black Van Halen – I’m the One George Harrison – What is Life?   I-am Hoops: Rush – Working Man   Brent Walter: Ace demos – Catch Me When I Fall aka Audio/Video   Todd Cunningham: Judas Priest – Victim of Changes   Ryan Bales: Eric Clapton – Cocaine Rolling Stones – Satisfaction Jimi Hendrix – Manic Depression   Ben van Belzen: VVI – Back on the Streets   James Geike: Sea of Love Flipp – Freak   Thomas Mucaji/Gregory Muse/Steven Conley: Deep Purple – Space Truckin’   Robert Jackson: Free – All Right Now   Paul Wozniak: Motorhead – Ace of Spades   Mensch Maschine : The Normal – Warm Leatherette   Kent Bennett: David Bowie – Diamond Dogs   Collins Janus: Joe Perry Project – Shooting Star   Danny Silvers: Thin Lizzy – Thunder & Lightning, Bad Reputation, Do Anything You Want to, Havin’ a Good Time, Jailbreak   PJ Brown:     KISS - 2000 Man   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been entirely too long since Aaron and Chris unveiled the Fresh Blood format for Decibel Geek. The first volume received lots of praise and we're happy to now add the second volume to the collection.   This week the guys are spinning tracks by up and coming bands that have the talent, chops, and spirit that all Decibel Geek listeners can appreciate. Tracks from artists such as Gang Forward, We Are Harlot, Diamond Lane, Thundermother, Hardone, Red Wine Hangover and much, much more. It's all new and all for you with Fresh Blood volume 2   More Info! (click artist name for more information)   Massive Preachers Son Thundermother Gang Forward King of the North The Black Moods Red Wine Hangover Diamond Lane Hardbone We Are Harlot   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a full month of covering KISS and the second half of an Anthrax career/discography discussion, Aaron and Chris are ready for a week of their favorite format; no format!   We return this week with volume 18 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show. If you’re new to the show, the idea behind this format is simple. We play great songs by great artists that rarely, if ever, get radio play. Corporate stations can waste your time with advertisements and the same 10 songs every hour. This week we’re breaking out awesome deep cuts from W.A.S.P., Alice Cooper, Angel, Ugly Kid Joe, Nazareth, Heavens Edge, and LA Guns. We’re also playing brand new stuff from Judas Priest and Sixx A.M. On top of that we, honor the late great Dick Wagner at the top of the show. Lots to sink your audio teeth into!   Buy Music! (click artist   Dick Wagner Alice Cooper W.A.S.P. Judas Priest Nazareth Sixx:A.M. L.A. Guns Heaven's Edge Ugly Kid Joe Angel   Geeks of the Week: Sid Menon, Todd Cunningham, Matt Ashcraft, Shane Hebert, Kal Hinz, David Alpizar, Brad Kalmanson, Robert De Pasqua, Derik Novak, I-am Hoops, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Warren Money, Peter Vassallo, Billy Hardaway, Andrew Jacobs, Matt Syverson, Justin Hayes, Rob Strabley, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Gino Ames, Mike Blount, Brent Walter (nice alternate art for Stomp 442 and Volume 8), Shane Stuckless, Adam Cox, Trapper Knight, Nashville Metal Bands, Jack Broad, Hard Rock Dad, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), and Nick Tevelis (mentioned guitar solo episode to Ace in magazine interview), Tim Harrigian (donation)     Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below   Direct Download   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a jam-packed KISSMAS in July, we're back this week for the second half of our Anthrax discussion with special guest Victor M. Ruiz from Mars Attacks and Talking Metal.   In this long-form discussion Chris, Aaron, and Victor dissect the second decade of the Anthrax story. Starting with 1993's 'Sound of White Noise' and going all the way through 2013's 'Anthems' EP, there was a lot of change in the Anthrax camp. What started out as a new life with former Armored Saint front man John Bush would lead to an interesting game of musical chairs over the years and would ultimately result in the return of Joey Belladonna.   In part 2 of this Anthrax career discussion, your hosts share their thoughts on the musical and personnel choices made by the band in the past 10 years. Was 'Sound of White Noise' a stab at being a grunge band? Did 'Stomp 442' have no chance at equaling the success of 'White Noise'? Was Bush's more serious side pushing out the youthful and humorous spirit of the Belladonna-era?   Other topics touched upon in this coversation are the behind the scenes power moves that have taken place, trouble with record companies, surviving an American tragedy, and unsung heroes in the Anthrax alumni.   It's a fun, thoughtful discussion and not everyone agrees with the choices made. We'd like to hear YOUR take on all of this and you can give it to us by any means listed in the Contact Us section below.   Buy Music! (click artitst name to purchase!)   Anthrax   More Victor!   Mars Attacks Radio Talking Metal Digital   Geeks of the Week: Warren Money, Chris Karam, Danii Carr, Todd Cunningham, Joe Lascon, David Alpizar, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways podcast), Wally Norton, I-am Hoops, Brian Bates, Paul Stamm, Derik Novak, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Justin Hayes, Andrew Jacobs, Podcast Rock City, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker Podcast), Trevor McDougall, Darren Parkin, Dennis Schoen, Antoni Espin Ufano, Heavy Rock, Joe Royland, Viking Girl, Jack Broad, Shane Stuckless, MusicMagsAndWax   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KISSMAS in July is now drawing to a close for 2014 and there were so many things we wanted to cover we figured, why not cover them all?   This week Aaron and Chris open up a KISS Grab Bag of topics to discuss. Listeners of the show submitted KISS-related subjects and your hosts give their take on those topics this week. Everything from discussion of KISS' merchandising reaching into things like Hello Kitty and arena football to favorite/least favorite albums, stages, costumes, songs, and much much more is covered in this free-form discussion. We also give an update on Vinnie Vincent, plans for more KISS-related shows later in the year and a track by track discussion of the Ace Frehley album 'Space Invader.'   A whole lot to cover to round out KISSMAS in JULY so take it all in and enjoy our talk on the Hottest Band in the Land!   Buy Music!   KISS ACE FREHLEY   Geeks of the Week: I-am Hoops, Joe Lascon, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, David Alpizar, Brian Odermatt, Rhys Lett, Andy Lafon, Chris Karam, Lee Maslin, Paul Stamm, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways podcast), Derik Novak, PJ Brown, Steven Langenbrunner, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Brent Walter, Wally Norton, Billy Hardaway, Andrew Jacobs, Shane Hebert, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Denis Schoen, Heavy Rock, Antoni Espin Ufano, Darren Parkin, Joe Royland, Jeff Spector, Darryl Alber, MusicMagsAndWax, Chuck Speer, Jeff Ludban, Kissforever, D, lovegunn21, Tito Blackwell   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are the 2 constant mainstays in KISS, the lead guitar position has faced the most changes of their 40 year history.   This week Aaron and Chris dissect and spin their Top 10 favorite KISS guitar solos. Aaron takes the Ace Frehley route for his list and Chris pulls his 10 favorite from the combined tenure of Vinnie Vincent, Mark St. John, Bruce Kulick, and Tommy Thayer. There's some very interesting and unexpected picks. Let us know what YOUR top 10 KISS guitar solos are by commenting below or on the facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/decibelgeek).   Buy Music!   KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Geeks of the Week:     Todd Cunningham, Ben Mitchell, Joey Vanchieri, Joseph Ciambelli, David Alpizar, Derik Novak, Kal Hinz, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Joe Lascon, Andrew Jacobs, Rhys Lett, Holland Exciter, Justin Hayes, Paul Stamm, James Brendon Dunn, I-am Hoops, Brent Walter, Chris Karam, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Darren Parkin, Antoni Espin Ufano, Jeff Ludban, Viking Girl, MusicMagsAndWax, Billy Hardaway   Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of the most memorable KISS discussions we've had are the ones we've conducted with crew members. This week's guest should prove to continue that tradition.   Former KISS crew member Ken Barr joins Chris and Aaron this week for an in-depth discussion of a very transitional phase in the Hottest Band in the Land's career. Ken was a drum tech/guitar tech/carpenter for KISS from 1992 - 1996. His tenure included the Revenge tour, Alive III, the 1995 convention tour, MTV Unplugged, Reunion tour rehearsals, and the 1996 KROQ Weenie Roast. Lots of stories about the personalities behind the members of KISS, stories from the road, and Ken's thoughts on what the band is doing today.   Our talk with Ken today is just the tip of the iceberg of experiences that he's had throughout his career in the music industry. For much more, check out his book We Are the Road Crew at http://theroadcrew.wordpress.com/ Buy Music!   KISS   More from Ken Barr!   Official Blog HERE Amazon Store HERE Official Youtube HERE Official Facebook HERE   Geeks of the Week:     Keith Doyle, Kal Hinz, Paul Stamm, Joe Lascon, KISS Army Omaha, David Alpizar, James North, Todd Cunningham, Brad Kalmanson, Shane Hebert, PJ Brown, Wayne Cross, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, I-am Hoops, Joel Hebensperger, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Jody Havenot (Strange Ways Podcast), Andrew Jacobs, Brent Walter, Derik Novak, James Brendon Dunn, Chris Karam, Matt Syverson, Justin Hayes, Stephen Newton, Ron Strowdomis, Denis Schoen, Antonio Espin Ufano, Jason Thomas Broadrick, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Dave Shirt.   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we kick of the 2014 edition of KISSMAS in July. During these next four weeks we'll be focusing solely on KISS-releated episodes and talking to KISS-related guests; and today's is a good one!   Sher Bach has been in close quarters with the Hottest Band in the Land during different eras of their storied career. Sher was married to a member of NY glitter scene contemporaries The Harlots of 42nd Street. She was also a performer in her own right; working with another New York act; Ruby & the Rednecks. In this long-form discussion, Sher details her memories of the rock scene at the time including her attendance at pivotal shows in KISS' career at venues such as Coventry and the Hotel Diplomat.   A few years later, KISS was on top of the world and churning out enough anthems, toys, and belt buckles to satisfy the population. Her longtime friendship to KISS manager Bill Aucoin strengthened in 1977 when she went to work for Aucoin Management.  Bill Aucoin   In this discussion, Sher gives details of what it was like to work on the business side of the entertainment industry and how it, pardon the pun, mirrored the rock and roll side in many ways. She also shares her thoughts on how the excesses caught up to Aucoin and cracks started to appear on the surface of the Madison Avenue money machine.   After a couple of shifts in employment, Sher Bach would wind up working in Puerto Rico in the 1980's. In this discussion, she tells Aaron and Chris about KISS' visit to the country during that time, her impressions of Eric Carr, and an interesting story involving Paul Stanley jamming at a small bar.   The Decibel Geek podcast would like to thank Sher Bach for so many great stories from her time around KISS and appreciate her candor.    Sher Bach currently works with Malla Entertainment Group.    Buy Music!   KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Aaron tend to differ on many of the bands that they like. The dichotomy of those tastes have helped broaden their own musical palette over the course of doing this show. But one band that they both agree on is Anthrax.   This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Mars Attacks and Talking Metal host Victor M. Ruiz for a discussion of the first decade of Anthrax (1981-1992). In this discussion Chris, Aaron, and Victor go through the anthrax discography from their Neil Turbin-fronted debut, Fistful of Metal, through the final release of the Joey Belladonna era; Attack of the Killer B's.   Also included in this in-depth discussion are clips from the hosts favorite songs from albums of this era including Spreading the Disease, Persistence of Time, and the genre-bending I'm the Man EP among others.   Other topics covered in part 1 of this Anthrax discussion include rumors that Eddie Trunk was a key player in the removal of Neil Turbin as lead vocalist, touring troubles brought on by numerous problems including the death of Metallica's Cliff Burton, and the strange shared touring bill that had Anthrax opening up arena shows for KISS at their poppiest.   From the straight-ahead sound of Metal Thrashing Mad to their adventures into rap and hip hop with their cover of 'Bring the Noise,' Anthrax made a lot of movement during this first decade and we do our best to cover it all.   DISCLAIMER: Yes, we know that KISSMAS in July is starting next week. Never fear, part 2 of this discussion will be released during the first week of August.   Buy Music!   Anthrax   More Victor!   Mars Attacks Talking Metal   Geeks of the Week:   Wayne Newburn, Robert Foster, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Joe Lascon, Wally Norton, Ben Mitchell, Andrew Jacobs, Scott Yeager, Heavy Rock, Jimmy Mercer, Kal Hinz, Paul Korn, Robert De Pasqua, Billy Hardaway, Brad Kalmanson, I am Hoops, PJ Brown, Chuck Speer, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Justin Hayes, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker Podcast), Mike Stewart, Joe Royland (Sit and Spin with Joe), George Savastano, PodofThunder, Darryl Alber, Derik Novak, Helix the Band, Hard Rock Dad, MusicMagsAndWax,     Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a lot of hard-working, stressed-out people in this world. One of those people happens to co-host this show.   This week Aaron Camaro gives Chris a much-needed week off and produces and hosts this week's episode all by himself. The theme this week is Love Fest and Aaron pays tribute to Chris and others that deserve credit for the hard work they put in. In between, he spins some uplifting tracks from artists such as Motorhead, KISS, Warrant, Supersuckers, ELO, and more. C'mon get happy and enjoy the smooth sounds of Aaron Camaro and some inspirational tunes.   Buy Music!   Motorhead KISS Warrant Red Hot Chili Peppers Supersuckers E.L.O.   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Garric is no stranger to large crowds and big tours. His bass duties for such rock and metal legends as Dio, LA Guns, and Alice Cooper have given him quite a resume. But one thing that stays the same after playing in front of millions of people over the years; Chuck Garric is still the same music fan he was as a kid.   When not on tour, Garric resides in Nashville, TN as part of the long line of rockers that have made their way to the Southeastern hotbed of music. On a random weeknight you can see Chuck, along with members/ex-members of Motley Crue, Thin Lizzy, Accept and many others jamming out to some of the songs that got them hooked on rock and roll in their early years.   Aaron and Chris were fortunate enough to grab a coffee with Chuck just before he left for Europe to hit some big festivals with Alice Cooper as well as gearing up to co-headline with Motley Crue on their final tour.   In this discussion, Chuck goes back to his Lake Tahoe, CA roots to describe his musical upbringing, the awesomeness of Ted Nugent, his thoughts on American vs. European audiences, and the likelihood of Alice breaking the drought of DaDa songs in the setlist among other things.   For all things Beasto Blanco (including how to purchase the album) go to: www.livefastdieloud.com   Follow Chuck on Twitter @BeastoBlanco   Buy Music!   Alice Cooper Beasto Blanco Ted Nugent   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the FacebookFan Page Follow on Twitter Follow onInstagram E-mail Us Call us on theHotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below     Geeks of the Week:   Twitter:   viperRBNY, hdc7904, JTB72G, NashvilleMetalBand, sidharth menon, lovegunn21, hdc7904, musicmagsandwax, globalmutation, Paul Korn (horsehead shirt!), beyondRbedroom, deriknovak, kerryogorman, audiojunkies, billyhalehardaway, jeffludban, HardRockDad, MattSyverson, Sarah Pentilla   Facebook:   Matt Ashcraft, Joe Lascon, Chris Karam, Shane Hartley, Todd Cunningham, Robert De Pasqua, Lee Maslin, Brent Walter, Steve Langenbrunner, Matt Syverson, Andrew Jacobs, Derik Novak, Miguel Nunez, Rodney Dickson, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Sit and Spin with Joe, Scott Yeager, Andy Lafon, KISS Army Omaha, and George Savastano.     Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we bring you volume 17 of our Radio Sucks Radio Show series. If you're new to the show, it's basically us spinning some tracks, old and new, that we think you'll enjoy. Don't expect to hear the same singles that have been run into the ground by classic rock radio. Expect to hear deep cuts from great veteran bands as well as awesome new tracks that the radio guys in suits and ties continue to ignore.     This volume's selection includes classics from UFO, Sea Hags, D.A.D. and Legs Diamond along with brand new tracks from Rubicon Cross, California Breed and Rival Sons. Also featured are killer cuts from Kyng, Mutha's Day Out and Rearview Ghost.   Buy Music!  (click artist name to purchase via Amazon!)   Legs Diamond D.A.D. Sea Hags California Breed Rubicon Cross Rival Sons Kyng Rearview Ghost UFO Mutha's Day Out   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Geeks of the Week:  Facebook: Robert De Pasqua, Matt Syverson, Vic Baric, Spencer Wetmore, Wally Norton, Rodney Dickson, Brent Walter, Andrew Jacobs, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Derik Novak, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Darrell Millar, Billy Hardaway, Rob Strabley, Sit and Spin with Joe, Rich Dillon, Dori Evans, Kate Campbell, Hair Metal Mansion, Jodie Block, Metal Newz, Pitriff, Killer Dwarfs  Twitter: paddymackcomedy, HMMOfficial, Mitch Lafon, djnovak, JeffLudban, SupaDupaPoopaScoopa, musicmagsandwax, billyhalehardaway, tom, DonNitschke, Killer Dwarfs, Ryan McKay, Andrew Jacobs, Rainbow in the Dark, Russ Dwarf, Darrel Dwarf Millar, Pat McGuire, Mr. Gee, Sandy Willis, Nashville Metal Bands, Claire D. Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week Aaron Camaro went solo with his one on one talk with Mike Tramp. This week Chris decides to strike out on his own with an in-person hangout with some legends of the Great White North.   The Killer Dwarfs were spending a day in Nashville at Sirius Hair Nation deejay Luc Carl’s “metal farm” and Chris took the opportunity to hang out and pester the guys with a microphone between beers. What you’ll hear in the first half of this episode is Chris (and writer Billy Hardaway) hanging out on a patio with the Dwarfs and Luc Carl while chatting about an assortment of stuff including their mutual love for Alice Cooper, touring with Saxon in the 80’s, and what happened to that can of Cuddly Cola from the ‘We Stand Alone’ video.   The second half of the show features a one on one talk that Chris has with Darrell about his time with the band Laidlaw, his other band Automan, getting back together with the Dwarfs, sharing a studio with KISS in 1992 and what Dwarfs fans can expect on their current tour in support of their Start @ One album.   Geeks of the Week:   Twitter: DJ Novak, Jaime Tigertailz, Jay Arnold, Stuart Brown   Facebook:   Joe Lascon, Todd Cunningham, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies), Robert De Pasqua, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Dave Shirt, Brent Walter, Scott Yeager, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Shane Hebert, Rodney Dickson   Become a Geek of the Week by sharing this link on Facebook or retweeting it on Twitter! Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase on Amazon!)   Killer Dwarfs   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been 27 years since White Lion broke through into the public consciousness with 1987's 'Pride' album. Featuring a solid rhythm section of bassist James Lomenzo and drummer Greg D'Angelo joining virtuoso guitarist Vito Bratta, the band was fronted by a platinum blonde singer that not only had the right look for the era but also had a damn good singing voice that would reverberate through arenas across the world during the late 80's glam rock takeover. That singer is Mike Tramp.   The Danish-born front man fronted White Lion through a very successful run of albums from the previously-mentioned 'Pride' album through 1991's 'Mane Attraction.' The Seattle grunge movement eventually commanded a bigger spotlight and bands of White Lion's ilk were pushed aside; but Mike Tramp perservered, going on to form Freak of Nature and then release eight solo albums with 2013's 'Cobblestone Street ' being his most recent.   Mike Tramp has been on a US tour in 2014. Aided by only his guitar and a son he's been reconnecting with, Tramp is bringing an intimate experience for fans that includes White Lion classics and solo selections. Mike was nice enough to spend some time during his stop at the Rutledge in Nashville, TN talking to Aaron Camaro about the tour, the old days, and what it was like to be a part of the shifting sands of the early 1990's. Also included is a chat with two Mike Tramp die-hard fans about their expectations for the show as well as some of their favorite tracks from Tramp and White Lion.   The Decibel Geek podcast would like to thank The Rutledge LMV for their help in facilitating this interview.   Buy Music!   White Lion Mike Tramp   More Mike Tramp!   Official Website Facebok Fan Page  Twitter Page   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes going back on your word can be a good thing......   This week we present you with the 5th installment of our Vinnie Vincent Special. Joining us for this discussion is drummer Andre Labelle of The Sky. Andre was tapped by Vinnie to drum on the still-not-officially released album Guitars from Hell that was recorded over a period of 1989 through 1992. In this discussion you'll hear the whole story of how the project was started, the interesting ways that Vinnie would decide on equipment,recording techniques, and the circumstances that led to the album being shelved.   During this discussion Andre also shares some interesting insight into Vinnie's brief reconciliation with Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons and his work with them on the then-in-production 'Revenge' album as well as Vinnie's influence going beyond the songwriting for the album.   Guitars from Hell has leaked in-part online over the past few years in the form of rough demos; many of which feature Vincent re-recording all the tracks using a drum machine in Labelle's place. In this discussion, Andre shares his feelings about this and confirms that more than the 8 leaked songs do exist. Fan-created artwork   Along with Andre, the Guitars from Hell album featured the return of original Vinnie Vincent Invasion vocalist  and current Sky front man Robert Fleischman. During this talk, Andre shares the working dynamic between the vocalist and guitarist and how things didn't always go very smoothly yet still yielded an incredible technical performance out of all parties.   The Sky recently released their second full-length album, 'Majestic.' The band is rounded out by bassist Steve Barber and guitarist Ryan Lake.     As we did in part 3 of the Vinnie Vincent Special with Robert Fleischman, all music clips in the epiosde come from the 'Majestic' album. We encourage you to support this band by purchasing the album HERE.   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   The Sky   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram View Enhanced Episodes on Youtube E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Donate to the show HERE!   Buy an Official Decibel Geek t-shirt HERE!   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below   Geeks of the Week:   For 420 Episode:   Twitter: Joel Delorge,  MusicMagsandWax, Jason Wood, Jeff Corman, Joe Ciambelli, Viper, Paul Korn   Facebook: Dave Shirt, Miguel Nunez   For DaDa Unleashed:   Twitter: Joel Delorge,  Steve Newton, Matt Syverson, PhoenixPhil, Derik Novak, Steve Angulo, Billyhalehardaway, Jason Broadrick   Facebook: James North, Aaron Camaro, Robert DePasqua, Joel Hebensperger, Derik Novak, Andy Lafon, Cynthia Davis, David Shellabarger, Billy Hardaway, Joseph Ciambelli, Katrina Edge Walker, Thomas Mucaji, Rodney Dickson, Former Warmer, Bravewords.com, Michelle Czynszak (cousin), Shane Hebert, Chris Karam, Dan Fisher, Dave Shirt, Rob Bluesy Hughes, Sarah Lutze, Alex Cooper, David Harkness, The Rock is Culture, Elfos Pero, Heavy Rock, Mike Grabowski, Justo Berreto, Greg Sweet, Remember the Coop, Tim Harrigian, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Shock Rock & Devil Locks, Brent Walter, Doug Jackson, Wally Norton   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron and Chris launch the first installment of a brand new series for the Decibel Geek podcast with Albums Unleashed. The stories behind the songs, circumstances, and creative process from a major player in an album's creation. And to start things off, we're covering Alice Cooper's DaDa album with special guest Dick Wagner.   Released in 1983, DaDa was, for all intents and purposes, dead on arrival due to being the final album in Cooper's contract with Warner Brothers as well as the out-of-the-box style of songs. Part art-rock, part esoteric/theatrical concept, DaDa's synthesizer-infused production combined with a healthy amount of humor crossed with dark subject matter left 1983 audiences confused; and they weren't the only ones.   The early 80's were a self-professed "blackout" period for Alice Cooper with the rocker going as far as saying that he barely even remembers the songwriting process or production of this album. Cooper's lack of recollection has led many die-hard Cooper fans to create their own theories as to the concept behind DaDa. Guitarist/composer Dick Wagner, a longtime collaborator of Alice's, was the principal songwriter on this album and was kind enough, while in Nashville in May of 2014, to sit down with Aaron and Chris to discuss the entire album track by track and memory by memory.   In this discussion, Wagner shares his memories of the difficult  that led to getting Alice to come to ESP Studios in Buttonville Ontario from his Pheonix home to join he and producer Bob Ezrin in the making of DaDa. Alice's alcohol abuse hit record highs during this period and Dick shares his recollections of their songwriting and recording process that led to the songs on the album.   From the creepy title track's intro that features producer Ezrin aping a psychiatrist talking to Cooper as DaDa's featured character over a bed of strange reverberating sounds and the voice of a child calling out for its father to the dark tale of self-destructive realization that is album closer 'Pass the Gun Around,' Wagner tells the story of the album's basic concept. Alice during DaDa SeesionsESP Studios Buttonville, Ontariocopyright 2007 johnjones.com   During this in-depth discussion of 1983's DaDa, Dick Wagner reveals the inspiration for the man-in-the-attic track 'Former Lee Warmer' and how, while it has horror opera feel, it's true roots lie in a bad business realtionship with Alice's record label.   A fantastic fan-created theory of the albums concept and storyline was written online in 2008 for Ultimate-Guitar.com by a user named madpaperboy89. Aaron and Chris were so intrigued by the review that they read parts of it to Dick to get his take on it. As you'll hear in the discussion, the writer was spot-on in parts. MCI ConsoleESP Studios Buttonville, Ontariocopyright 2007 johnjones.com   As you'll hear in this installment of Albums Unleashed, DaDa still holds a very special place in Dick Wagner's heart and it's finally earning some much-deserved attention after all these years.             Buy Music!   Alice Cooper - Dada Dick Wagner Amazon Store Buy Dick Wagner's Book - NOT ONLY WOMEN BLEED   Dick Wagner Facebook Group   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a certain segment of the population, April 20th is a very significant day. If you don't partake of a sticky green plant that has certain psychological stimulating qualities, you don't know what I'm talking about.   This week Aaron and Chris celebrate 420 in the most fitting Decibel Geek way; by spinning some of their favorite rocking songs that pay tribute to the enjoyment of ganja (aka marijuana). Tracks from Bulletboys, Enuff Z'nuff, Ace Frehley, Motley Crue, Black Sabbath and more are included. Light 'em up!   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   Motley Crue Enuff Z'nuff Steppenwolf Bulletboys Ace Frehley Rush GWAR Jimmie's Chicken Shack Great White Black Sabbath   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year, the high seas get rocked a little harder during this time of year and 2014 was no exception. The Monsters of Rock Cruise featured around 40 Decibel Geek-worth artists performing rotating sets in the Bahamas aboard the massive MSC Divina cruise ship and our very own Rich "The Meister" Dillon was on board to take it all in.   Rich "Meister" Dillon came through Nashville on his way back from the Monsters of Rock cruise to join Aaron, Chris, and Decibel Geek writer Andy Lafon for a discussion of all of the music, atmosphere, and debauchery that took place on the high seas. Underscoring this conversation is music from artists aboard the ship such as Cinderella, Killer Dwarfs, Winger, Red Dragon Cartel, and a bunch more. Dig it!   Monsters of Rock Cruise Official Website Monsters of Rock Cruise Offical Facebook Page Monsters of Rock Cruise Official Twitter   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're anywhere near America during this time of year, the term "March Madness" seems to permeate the air. The NCAA basketball tournament becomes the sports centerpiece for the entire month of March and sports and non-sports fans escape into office pools of their own brackets in an attempt to prove their sports knowledge. The musical equivalent of this takes place on (crappy) radio stations across the land; with stations assigning bands in the bracket spots and letting listeners vote on who should be crowned the champ.    This week Aaron and Chris take a rock band bracket list and go head-to-head in a discussion/argument over what happens when you pit these bands against each other. Some of these matchups and picks will anger you, make you laugh, question our sanity. Either way, it's a fun, laid-back talk between Aaron and Chris and more indisputable evidence that radio absolutely, positively sucks.   Geeks of the Week: Facebook: Matt Ashcraft, Todd Cunningham, Chris Karam, Rick Shaw, Derik Novak, Patrick Johnson, Brian N Shawna Evans, Rodney Dickson, Shane Hebert, Jason Thomas Broadrick   Twitter: Nick Rose (belated), Cassius Morris, Jason Wood, Nonsensicast Radio, Mojo Dave, The Pod Mafia,   BUY MUSIC! (click artist name to purchase on Amazon!)   Guns N' Roses Rush Jimi Hendrix Van Halen Ozzy Osbourne Queen Led Zeppelin The Cult Pink Floyd Judas Priest Beastie Boys AC/DC Motley Crue The Doors Aerosmith Metallica pearl jam The Offspring Red Hot Chili Peppers Rage Against the Machine Alice in Chains Smashing Pumpkins Stone Temple Pilots Green Day Soundgarden Live Foo Fighters Candlebox Bush Sublime Weezer Nirvana Tool Five Finger Death Punch Volbeat Godsmack Avenged Sevenfold Three Days Grace System of a Down Linkin Park Disturbed Papa Roach Korn Seether Chevelle Shinedown Nickelback (purchase at own risk) Deftones AWOLNATION Young the Giant Kings of Leon The Neighbourhood Bastille Cage the Elephant alt-J Thirty Seconds to Mars Arctic Monkeys Rise Against Silversun Pickups Muse The Black Keys Atlas Genius Fall Out Boy Imagine Dragons   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with part 1 of our 2 part 1994 Year in Review. In this episode, Aaron and Chris take a look at the facts, figures, cultural events, and new stories that shaped 1994 with an excellent soundtrack as a compliment. Lots to cover!   Click artist name to purchase on Amazon!   Intro Song: Buckethead– Welcome to Bucketheadland – Giant Robot   Geeks of the week: Facebook: East Side Gamblers, Derik Novak, Matt Ashcraft, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Gino Ames, Chris Karam, Union, Heavy Rock   Twitter: Steve, MusicMagsAndWax, theprettyfilth, John Corabi, Collins Facts & Figures: Average Monthly Rent $533.00 Cost of a gallon of Gas$1.09 Loaf of Bread $1.59   January: January 6 – In Detroit, Michigan, Nancy Kerrigan is clubbed on the right leg by an assailant, under orders from figure skating rival Tonya Harding's ex-husband. January 11 - The Superhighway Summit is held at UCLA's Royce Hall. It is the first conference to discuss the growing information superhighway and is presided over by U.S. Vice President Al Gore.   King's X - Complain - Dogman (1/18)   January 17 – The 1994 Northridge earthquake, magnitude 6.7, hits the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles at 4:31 a.m., killing 72 and leaving 26,029 homeless. January 21 – Lorena Bobbitt is found not guilty by reason of insanity on charges of mutilating her husband John. Dio- Strange Highways (U.S.) - "Strange Highways" (1/26) Prong- Snap Your Fingers Snap Your Neck - Cleansing (1/25) Black Sabbath – I Witness – Cross Purposes (1/28)     February: Widowmaker– Stand by for Pain – Stand by for Pain (n/a)   BREAK 1 Break Return Song: Corrosion of Conformity – Clean My Wounds – Deliverance   TV Discussion March: Motley Crue - Poison Apples - Motley Crue (3/15) Yngwie Malmsteen – Never  Die – The Seventh Sign (3/15) Pantera - Far Beyond Driven - "I'm Broken" (3/22)   April: April 8 - Kurt Cobain, songwriter and frontman for the band Nirvana, is found dead at his Lake Washington home, apparently of a single self-inflicted gunshot wound. Offspring- Smash - "It'll Be a Long Time" (4/8)   February 1 - Punk rock band Green Day releases their album Dookie, which will eventually sell over 20 million copies worldwide. April 19 – A Los Angeles jury awards $3.8 million to Rodney King for violation of his civil rights. Love/Hate - Let's Rumble - "Spinning Wheel"   May: May 10 - Illinois executes serial killer John Wayne Gacy by lethal injection for the murder of 33 young men and boys.   Pride & Glory - "The Chosen One" (5/1) Cheap Trick – You’re All I Wanna Do – Woke Up with a Monster (5/4) Enuff Z'nuff - 1985 - "Fingers On It" (5/2)   BREAK 2 Break Return Song: Alice in Chains – Don’t Follow – Jar of Flies   June: June 12 – Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Lyle Goldman are murdered outside the Simpson home in Los Angeles, California. O.J. Simpson is later acquitted of the killings, but is held liable in a civil suit. June 17 – NFL star O.J. Simpson and his friend Al Cowlings flee from police in his white Ford Bronco. The low-speed chase ends at Simpson's Brentwood, Los Angeles, California mansion, where he surrenders. Shandi’s Addiction – Kiss My Ass: Classic Kiss Regrooved – “Calling Dr. Love” (6/21) Helmet- Milquetoast - Betty (6/21) Kyuss- Welcome to Sky Valley - "Gardenia" (6/28)   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We teased last week that we'd be doing a year in review this week. Unfortunately, time and sickness played factors in us getting our research finished in time. The year in review shows take a lot of preparation.   This week, Aaron and Chris bring you volume 16 of the Raido Sucks Radio Show as they spin new tracks by Winger, Heavy Tiger, and The East Side Gamblers alongside rocking tracks from KISS, Betty Blowtorch, Union, Hair of the Dog and much more.   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   East Side Gamblers Union Winger Hair of the Dog Santa Cruz Betty Blowtorch Heavy Tiger Sugar Ray KISS Skid Row   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The winter of 2013-2014 has been absolutely brutal in the United States and outlying territories. Worse than that, if feels like it's never going to end! March is here and there are still places that have plenty of snow on the ground. It's enough to make even the most cheerful of Decibel Geeks feel depressed and cry out "Winter Sucks!"   This week we're joined by guest host Mitch Lafon for a discussion of some of our favorite Winter-themed songs (ie. songs with words like "cold", "ice", "frozen" in the title). In this hour-long discussion, Aaron, Chris and Mitch discuss and spin tracks by Cinderella, Aerosmith, Rainbow, London, LA Guns, Metallica and much more to help remedy your cold weather blues. Mitch also shares his reasoning for recently leaving the popular Three Sides of the Coin podcast and lets us in on his plans for the future.   Mitch Lafon on Facebook Mitch Lafon on Youtube   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!) Tora Tora Rainbow Cinderella David Lee Roth Aerosmith Van Halen Bodyjar London Metallica Badlands Skid Row Cry of Love L.A. Guns Billy Idol   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After two weeks of discussing a British Invasion, we decided this week to discuss another kind of British Invasion and Chris and Aaron are joined by Tim Henderson from Bravewords.com for an in-depth discussion of the entire catalog of heavy metal legends Judas Priest.   In this long-form discussion, Aaron, Chris and Tim discuss the recorded output of the iconic Judas Priest catalog; starting with 1974's Rocka Rolla and chronicling each album through 2008's Nostradamus and their hopes for the upcoming album currently being created.   There's a lot of twists and turns in this conversation with each host bringing a different perspective due to differing levels of Priest fandom. We hope die-hard Priest fans enjoy this trip down memory land and we also hope this coversation helps turn on listeners not as familiar with Judas Priest's catalog and hisotry to pick up and discover one of metal's most iconic bands. Enjoy!   Visit Bravewords.com for the best in rock and metal news!   Buy Music! (click album title to purchase!)   Rocka Rolla Sad Wings of Destiny Sin After Sin Stained Class Killing Machine British Steel Point of Entry Screaming For Vengeance  Defenders of the Faith Turbo Ram It Down Priest Live Painkiller Jugulator Demolition Angel of Retribution Nostradamus   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the Decibel Geek podcast stays Fab as Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite Beatles songs covered by some of the favorite rock & metal artists.   The Beatles - Covered in Metal is an hour plus of  rock and metal artists putting their own spin on some Fab 4 classics. Tracks from Kip Winger, Type O Negative, Me First & the Gimme Gimme's, Tesla and more!   Buy Music! (click artist/album title to purchase!)   Whitesnake - Trouble   Tesla - Real to Reel   Jeff Healey - Cover To Cover   Butchering the Beatles: A Headbashing Tribute Me First and the Gimme Gimmes - Ruin Jonny's Bar Mitzvah Gilby Clarke - Hangover   Running Wild - Victory   Type O Negative - World Coming Down   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the majority of the world celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles landmark first performance on the Ed Sullivan show, Aaron and Chris decided to dip their toe(s) into this renewed Beatlemania.   The guys discuss and spin some of their favorite 'heavy' Beatles tracks from albums such as The White Album, Yellow Submarine, Sergent Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Abbey Road and more.   We also hear from Podkisst host Ken Mills with his picks for favorite heavy Beatles tunes. If you didn't already know, Ken hosted a fantastic look back at the Sullivan show appearance in a special entitled Beatles Invade America. We highly recommend it!   We hope you enjoy this look/listen to The Heavier Side of the Beatles.   Buy Music!   The Beatles   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below     Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a wild couple of weeks of going behind the KISS curtain, we're back this week to kick back, have some laughs, and spin some awesome cover songs. This week we bring you Under Covers 2, a collection of kick-ass hard rock and metal cover songs. Some of these are just great takes on the original and others are more rocked-up versions of less rocking songs. Covers by bands such as Bobaflex, Me First & the Gimme Gimmes, Ronnie James Dio, Halestorm and Nantucket covering songs by great acts like AC/DC, Styx, Alice Cooper, Simon & Garfunkle, and Hall & Oates (weird, I know). Hope you enjoy! Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase) Bobaflex Jizzy Pearl Me First and the Gimme Gimmes John Corabi Nantucket Ronnie James Dio Stevie Rachelle Halestorm Skid Row Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

General music listeners tend to state that there's no good music being produced these days. But, true Decibel Geeks know that isn't the case and this week Aaron and Chris are out to prove it as they share some of their favorite tracks from albums released in 2013. Also included in this discussion are the top picks from the Decibel Geek website writers. You'll learn through this hour-plus episode that a ton of great music was put our in 2013 by classic rockers you love as well as newer upstarts that have something to prove. Tracks from LaValle, Volbeat, Hardcore Superstar, Black Sabbath, Stryper, Motorhead, and more give you plenty to think about as we head into the new year. Buy Music! Michael Monroe - Horns & Halos Stryper - No More Hell to Pay Heaven's Basement - Filthy Empire Motorhead - Aftershock Black Star Riders - All Hell Breaks Loose The Bronx - The Bronx (IV) Queens of the Stone Age - ...Like Clockwork LaValle - Lavalle - Dear Sanity Black Sabbath - 13 [Deluxe Edition] Fates Warning - Darkness in a Different Light Volbeat - Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies Wednesday 13 - The Dixie Dead Queensryche - Queensryche Hardcore Superstar - C'Mon Take On Me Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With this week containing that festive holiday that goes by many names (Christmas at DBG headquarters), Aaron and Chris decided to spread some seasonal cheer by spinning some notable songs that fit such a jolly time. BUY MUSIC! (click artist name to purchase) Teenage Casket Company - One Thing You Don’t Need ThisChristmas  E'nuff Z'nuff – Happy Holiday Twisted Sister – Oh Come All Ye Faithful AC/DC – Mistress for Christmas Tom Keifer – Blue Christmas Dio, Iommi, & Appice – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Brighton Rock – White Christmas Wednesday 13 – Buried by Christmas Dokken – Santa Claus is Coming to Town The Donnas – Christmas Wrapping Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After getting through the whirlwind that was the first half of the year, Aaron and Chris return to tell the second half of the story in this week's 1978 Year in Review Part 2. This week, Aaron and Chris discuss the people, places, events, and music of the rest of the year. Stories include the over-saturation of KISS-mania, the poorly received Sgt. Pepper movie, and the Texxas Jam. Tracks from bands including Boston, Ramones, Black Sabbath, KISS, Gillan, Rush, and Rose Tattoo among others. We also include some interesting television commercials and promos from the year that was 1978. Buy Music! Boston - Dont Look Back The Who - Who Are You Styx - Pieces of Eight KISS - Ace Frehley KISS - KISS Gene Simmons KISS - Paul Stanley KISS - Peter Criss Ramones - Road to Ruin Black Sabbath - Never Say Die Ted Nugent - Weekend Warriors Gillan - Gillan Lynyrd Skynyrd - Skynyrd's First And...Last Rush - Hemispheres Judas Priest - Hellbent for Leather Alice Cooper - From the Inside Rose Tattoo - Rose Tattoo Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're going back in time this week to an era of disco, bellbottoms, and great rock n' roll as we present the first installment of our 1978 Year in Review.  Aaron and Chris had a lot of great music to choose from for this episode and you'll hear it along with all the pop culture discussion you've come to expect from these audio time capsules.  January through July of 1978 was a busy time for hard rock and early metal acts and Aaron and Chris present plenty of song clips and discussion of artists such as Judas Priest, Rainbow, KISS, AC/DC, Journey, Angel, Starz, Cheap Trick, and much, much more! Buy Music! (click album title to purchase via Amazon) Judas Priest - Stained Class Rainbow - Long Live Rock & Roll Ringo Starr - Bad Boy KISS - Double Platinum Tom Petty - You're Gonna Get it AC/DC - Powerage Foghat - Stone Blue Rolling Stones - Some Girls Journey – Infinity Starz – Attention Shoppers Angel – White Hot Van Halen – Van Halen Generation X – Generation X Bob Seger – Stranger in Town Cheap Trick - Heaven Tonight UFO – Obsession Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If there is one band that truly defines having a "good time" it's Van Halen. Formed in 1974 in suburban Pasadena, California, brothers Alex and Eddie Van Halen were joined by bassist Michael Anthony and vocalist David Lee Roth and set forth in creating music history. Blessed with other-worldly talent, Eddie quickly redefined the art of hard rock guitar playing via two-handed tapping and whammy bar dive bombs. Alex's drumming, rooted in the influences of Ginger Baker and Buddy Rich, was an aggressive undercurrent to the band's sound. Michael Anthony's rock solid bass playing was only overshadowed by his angelic backing vocals. And David Lee Roth's ringmaster routine; featuring high jumps and other assorted acrobatics, rounded out a band that would marry classical influences with Harlem soul to create the combustible mix that was the Roth-Era of Van Halen. After 1984, it seemed that the spirit of original Van Halen was lost forever with Roth embarking on a long solo career and the brothers starting to work with Sammy Hagar. But, time does tend to heal all wounds and after many years of assorted will-they-won't-they drama, the original Van Halen (sans Michael Anthony) reconvened in 2006 and released new material in 2012. Toddzilla This week Aaron and Chris are joined by Nashville rock music legend Todd Austin (aka Toddzilla). Todd has been a fixture of the Nashville rock/funk music scene for many years. Known in local circles as the 'Minister of Funk' through his work with JonesWorld and his new project Funkhammer, Todd wanted to join us for a discussion of Roth-Era Van Halen and how it affected him as a guitar player and as a person. In this discussion we'll discuss favorite tracks from all Roth-Era VH albums as well as indulge in some of Toddzilla's favorite memories of Dave and the boys from back in the day. It's a solid hour of nostalgia for debauchery and crazy concert memories of a legendary band. Don't miss it! More Toddzilla! (Click Band Name for More Info) Funkhammer Todzilla's Funkhammer JonesWorld Buy Roth-Era VH Music! (Click Album Title to Buy on Amazon!) Van Halen Van Halen II Women & Children First Fair Warning Diver Down 1984 A Different Kind of Truth Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holidays are fast approaching and Chris and Aaron are as busy as ever getting some great episodes and interviews together to bring to all of you Decibel Geeks. This week, the guys stop to take a breather and give you a taste of what they've been listening to. There's a lot of variety in this new edition of the Radio Sucks Radio show. Brand new tracks by The Black Spiders, Michael Monroe, The Dead Daisies, and Hardcore Superstar fit in nicely with some awesome covers performed by Vince Neil, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Damone. There's even more but you gotta listen! Michael Monroe – Stained Glass Heart – Horns & Halos   The Dead Daisies (ft. Slash) – Lock N’ Load –The Dead Daisies   Black Spiders – Balls –This Savage Land   Mr. Big – The Whole World’s Gonna Know –Bump Ahead   Hardcore Superstar – C’mon Take on Me –C'Mon Take On Me   Tesla - Children's Heritage -Gold   Damone - Everybody Wants You –Everybody Wants You   Randy Castillo/Tracii Guns/Stevie Rachelle – Too Late for Love –Arena Rock Classics   Vince Neil - Long Cool Woman –Tattoos & Tequila   Smashing Pumpkins - (We're All) Clones –Aeroplane Flies High    Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decibel Geek is much more than just a weekly podcast. If you don't already know, there are a TON of great articles being put out consistently by our dedicated staff of writers; giving you more hard rock and metal stuff to geek out on on the days between episodes. Many of the articles are inspired by song choices from Aaron and Chris that are featured on the episodes. There are also a number of reviews of some of the best new and classic albums being put out regularly. This week Aaron and Chris shine a spotlight on the great articles being written by the Decibel Geek staff. All song choices were inspired by an article written by a particular staff member. There's quite a bit of great variety in this episode and we hope this will help turn you on to some great new/classic music. Click on writer's name to read the original article that inspired the song choice.  Click on the album title to go to Amazon and order! Andy Lafon: LaValle – Don’t Cry –Dear Sanity   The Meister: Arch Rival - In The Face of Danger –In the Face of Danger   Kate Campbell: Queensryche – Fallout –Queensryche    BJ Kahuna Hawaii - Escape the Night –Loud, Wild, and Heavy   Billy Hardaway: Alter Bridge – Farther than the Sun -Fortress   Derik Novak: Stryper - The Rock That Makes Me Roll –Soldiers Under Command   Loosecannon: Bobaflex – Wading Through the Dark –Charlatan's Web   Cynthia Johnson: Skid Row - Big Guns –Skid Row   J. Alexander: GWAR – Madness at the Core of Time –Battle Maximus   Wally Gator: Ace Frehley – Snowblind –Ace Frehley  Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every once in a while in the past, Aaron and Chris would break out a track that's from an up and coming act that has an old-school vibe that fits within the Decibel Geek methodology. They would usually call this a Fresh Blood track. Upon further investigation, there's a TON of great new rock and metal being made these days and Chris and Aaron are in the fortunate position to bring you full volumes of this Fresh Blood series and we kick it off today!  We hope you enjoy this new batch of ear candy! Click Artist name for more info.  Click track/album name to purchase on Amazon Wyldlife - The Time Has Come to Rock & Roll [Explicit] Revolution Riot - "Ashes of Dreams", Untitled (TBA) Scorpion Child – Polygon of Eyes – Self-Titled (2013) Hammering Process - "Kachina"- Hammering Process [Explicit] (2012) Monster Truck – The Lion – Furiosity (2013) Robot Lords of Tokyo - "Hell Will Have to Wait"- Virtue & Vice (2013) Impera – Beast Within –  Pieces of Eden (10/18/13) 210 To Lowell - "Dead Jimmy", Dirtier Than The Devil (2013) Screaming Eagles – Rock & Roll Soul – From the Flames (2013) The Mad Mad Ones - "Bury Me", The Mad Mad Ones (TBA) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Halloween fast approaching, we felt this week was the best time to go ahead and take a look into the history of Shock Rock. It's time for Shock Rocktober! In this hour-plus episode, Aaron and Chris Go back to the earliest days of Shock Rock with Screamin' Jay Hawkins all the way through Lordi today and along with some acts you may have missed the first time. Before we get to the music, we're proud to announce a special prize giveaway brought to you by the Decibel Geek Podcast and Michael Wagener. We're giving away a free slot to Michael Wagener's upcoming 7-Day Production Workshop at Wireworld Studio near Nashville, TN. The week-long workshop begins on December 1st. The normal cost of this 7-day workshop is $2450.00. In this workshop, you'll learn hands-on technique in the birth of a song all the way through recording, mixing, and mastering. It's a unique chance to work with a music production legend in an intimate setting. To enter the contest, simply e-mail a letter to us along with an mp3 sample of your work (if available). The letter should state why you think you are the best candidate for this workshop and what you hope to get out of it. E-mail us at decibelgeek@gmail.com. Deadline for submissions is midnight on 11/9/2013. Winner will be chosen and notified within 1 week. Good luck to all! Buy Music! (Click Artist to Purchase) Screamin Jay Hawkins The Crazy World of Arthur Brown Iggy Pop & The Stooges Alice Cooper KISS Wendy O. Williams GG Allin Ozzy Osbourne WASP King Diamond Lizzy Borden GWAR Rob Zombie Marilyn Manson Slipknot Murderdolls - Wednesday 13 Lordi Also-rans: Screaming Lord Sutch, The Doors, Frank Zappa, Black Sabbath, Sex Pistols, Twisted Sister, Motley Crue, Green Jelly, Rammstein, TOOL, Mushroomhead, Mindless Self Indulgence, Lady Gaga. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you know the name Michael Wagener or not chances are, if you're a fan of this show, he's had a major impact on your life. A cursory glance at the discography of this German-born music production legend will leave you stunned due to the number of pivotal hard rock and heavy metal moments he helped create and shape.  This week Aaron and Chris head to Wireworld Studios for a long-form discussion of some of the many highlights of Michael's career. In this discussion, you'll hear about his early roots in Germany as he helped form Accept and then made the jump across the pond to begin his storied career on a ready-to-explode Sunset Strip. One project led to another and within just a few years Michael had worked with acts such as Dokken, Motley Crue, Metallica, Poison, Stryper, White Lion, and Skid Row just to name a few.  In this talk, Michael also shares his take on the evolution of the recording industry and the changes that have taken place due to the digital divide. It's a solid hour of insight on many of your favorite albums and artists and it's right here for you this week on the Decibel Geek Podcast.  Michael Wagener Official Website: www.michaelwagener.com Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the nicest people that we've interviewed over the past 2+ years was Jan Kuehnemund, founder of all-female hard rock band Vixen. While Jan's guitar skills and physical beauty provided her with a powerful 1-2 punch in the music industry, those things were overshadowed when you actually talked to her. Jan's dedication, integrity, and drive helped propel her and Vixen to stardom in the late 1980's. Those qualities also served her well through the many lean years that followed. All of this is what makes this week's episode so difficult for us.  Jan Kuehnemund passed away last Friday October 10th, 2013 after a long battle with cancer.  We interviewed Jan in late February of 2012 and uploaded the episode on March 2nd, 2012. The process of interviewing Jan was a true pleasure. She was forthcoming, funny, intriguing, and patient in giving us knuckleheads in Nashville an hour of her time to yack about rock music and her life in it. We could have just gone ahead and dedicated this week's episode to Jan and proceeded with a new theme. But, Jan really left an impression on us and Aaron and I still have good memories of talking to her. The Decibel Geek podcast has really grown since April of 2012 (83 episodes ago!) and we couldn't think of a more fitting tribute to Jan than to give you all a replay of our conversation. In this talk, she talks about the early days of bringing Vixen from Minnesota to Los Angeles, their struggles to be taken seriously, and their rise to fame. She also details the difficult days of the 1990's, acrimony among band members and the beginning of reconciliation with the girls for VH1's Bands Reunited series. She also shares touring memories of working with such acts and Deep Purple and KISS. While the war stories are interesting and entertaining, we hope you will take from this talk what we did; Jan Kuehnemund was a thoughtful, caring, and beautiful spirit that will most definitely be missed. Rock in Peace Jan. Your music lives on. - Chris Czynszak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with another edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show. We love doing this version of the show because it allows us to focus on the most important thing....the music! This week Aaron and Christ return with volume 14 of our popular Radio Sucks Radio Show. In this episode you'll deep cuts from artists such as Tom Keifer, Tora Tora, Peter Criss, and Brides of Destruction. You'll also get a heaping helping of newer stuff from bands like Stryper, Brand New Machine, and Teenage Casket Company. It's over an hour of solid, rock-filled goodness that's just waiting to ooze into your ears so crank it up and check it out! Geek of the Week is Jamie McNicol from Krazy Knights: The Australian KISS Podcast. Jamie and his co-host produce a weekly show about the Hottest Band in the Land from Down Under. Lots of interesting guests and interesting discussion. We here at the Decibel Geek podcast encourage our listeners to check out this great show! Buy Music! Song List (Click to Purchase on Amazon!) Honky Toast - Shakin and a Bakin from Whatcha Gonna Do Honky Tom Keifer - Ain't That a Bitch from The Way Life Goes Tora Tora - Amnesia from Wild America Bruce Dickinson - Tattooed Millionaire from Tattooed Millionaire Brides of Destruction - Brace Yourself from Here Come the Brides Teenage Casket Company - Takes a Little Time from Still Standing Peter Criss - Bad Attitude from Criss Cat #1 Brand New Machine - Blackout Overdose from The Devil Made Me Do It Hair of the Dog - The Party Ain't Over from Hair of the Dog Stryper - Revelation from No More Hell to Pay Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The average music fan these days tends to enjoy a band while they are "in fashion" and on the charts. Unfortunately, that's a passing thing and what goes up, must come down. It seems that the instant that a band falls out of favor with the general crowd, it becomes the majority's modus operandi to mock said artist for a short while and then, worse, ignore them completely. This usually leads to the artist working twice as hard to put out quality material (sometimes too hard in the case of trend following) and typically continued to be ignored by the mainstream listening audience. It's a sad state of affairs where nobody wins. The artist doesn't win due to their hard work not getting recognized and the music fans don't win due to not being aware of the material being released by the artist due to flavor-of-the-week favoritism. This week, Aaron and Chris set out to introduce your ears to some gems that were lost on overlooked and ignored albums by bands/artists that had already seen their "better days." Tracks by artists such as David Lee Roth, Enuff Z'nuff, Hanoi Rocks, The Doors, Alice Cooper, Hanoi Rocks and more highlight this episode as we unearth "Buried Treasures." Enuff Z'Nuff - Tweaked, "Life is Strange" (1995) Poison – Crack a Smile – “Shut Up, Make Love” (2000) The Doors - L.A. Woman, "The Changeling" (1971) Badlands – Voodoo Highway – “The Last Time” (1991) Black Label Society - 1919 Eternal, "Demise of Sanity" (2002) Hanoi Rocks – Street Poetry – “This One’s for Rock and Roll” (2007) Pearl Jam - Riot Act, "Get Right" (2002) David Lee Roth – Your Filthy Little Mouth – “She’s My Machine” (1994) Warrant - Ultraphobic - "Undertow" (1995) Alice Cooper – DaDa – “Pass the Gun Around” (1983) Buy Music! Enuff Z'nuff - Tweaked Poison - Crack A Smile...And More The Doors - L.A. Woman Badlands - Voodoo Highway Black Label Society - 1919 Eternal Hanoi Rocks - Street Poetry Pearl Jam - Riot Act David Lee Roth - Your Filthy Little Mouth Warrant - Ultraphobic Alice Cooper - Dada Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is the result of some it’s-a-small-world moments coming together. As you may remember, during our 2012 KISSMAS in July, we featured an episode on KISS Kover songs. One of the songs played was by a band named Hair of the Dog. This band achieved some strong popularity in the upper Midwest; most notably in central Wisconsin, home to Aaron Camaro. We couldn’t find a whole lot of information on Hair of the Dog or the current-day status of their members online and went on to work on other episodes about other artists. Flash forward to July of 2013 and Chris heads out to the TomKeifer/John Corabi double-bill at local Nashville club 3rd and Lindsley. After running into some mutual friends, he’s introduced to legendary producer Michael Wagener. During the conversation, Chris hands Mr. Wagener a Decibel Geek business card. Overhearing the conversation, guitarist Jeremy Asbrock chimes in that he’s a listener of the show and was impressed by our Lydia Criss interview. After this, Jeremy introduces Chris to Ryan Cook, former singer for the aforementioned Hair of the Dog. Upon learning that Jeremy and Ryan were band mates and living in Nashville, the wheels were set into motion to get microphones in front of everyone and this week, schedules lined up and we dug into lots of discussion. Hair of the DogRyan Cook - 2nd from Left While this week’s episode is called The Big Rock Show, its title is taken from our guests’ band. Ryan Cook and Jeremy Asbrock make up part of this group that started out as a fun way to jam on some cover songs that the members grew up on and has turned into a true gig for the guys with appearances all over the country as well as on the high seas for a number of rock-themed cruise ships. Ryan Cook, while a member of Hair of the Dog, is not also a part-time player in Skid Row; replacing Dave “Snake” Sabo, when scheduling conflicts come up. Jeremy Asbrock, a Nashville native, was a member of longtime Music City favorites The Shazam. The ShazamJeremy Asbrock - Far Left We get into details of how The Big Rock Show came together, the relationship of the band members, and some memorable gigs that they’ve had over the years.  Aaron and Chris truly met their match in the KISS fan department as Ryan and Jeremy are every bit as much KISS geeks as they are. This conversation is 90% KISS-related discussion and you must be warned, copious amounts of alcohol are consumed throughout the conversation, resulting in the silliness factor increasing over time. If you are uptight about certain issues with KISS, we may piss you off. If you aren’t, you’ll probably get a good laugh out of it. The Big Rock Show will be performing in Nashville at 12thand Porter on Friday, October 17th. The show is being sponsored by local classic rock station WNRQ 105.9 The Rock. During this performance, 2 tickets will be given away to KISS KRUISE III, at which The Big Rock Show will also be performing. It promises to be a fun night of great music and lots of KISS fans (including Aaron and Chris) so come check it out if you are anywhere near Nashville. The Decibel Geek Podcast thanks Ryan Cook and Jeremy Asbrock from The Big Rock Show for their time and the fun conversation. We look forward to having them on again.   Buy Music! Hair of the Dog The Shazam Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September is the gateway to autumn; leaves changing, kids in school, football on the weekends.....and a ton of strange holidays. America continues its downward spiral into over-thinking everything and Chris and Aaron use it to their advantage this week as their song choices are inspired but some of the nutty holidays that take place in September.  September 5th is Cheese Pizza Day in the United States. Chris' choice of a track from Motley Crue's 1989 Dr. Feelgood album hits the spot. September 2nd is Labor Day. While this one isn't wacky at all, it was too good to resist using as inspiration for Aaron's pick from Motorhead's Snake Bite Love album. September 16th is Working Parents Day in America. While there were lots of choices that could have been made, Chris throws a curve ball with his mother-ly choice of a song from Dope's Life album. September 6th is Fight Procrastination Day. Putting things off is a common trait for many people and this holiday surely hits home for lots of people. Aaron's choice of a pick about the hope of love on the near future from KISS' 1980 Unmasked album is an interesting one. September 17th is Constitution Day. While laws and rights are all about what make up America's number one document, Chris goes across the ocean for a pick from Hardcore Superstar's 2013 C'mon Take on Me album. No look at important dates in the month of September hold more weight than September 11th. This date is burned into the minds of all that witnessed it and the guys had to address it in this episode. Aaron's choice of a track from LA Guns' Waking the Dead album is a fitting tribute to some of the heroes from that fateful day. Continuing on a serious note is Chris choice of a song to celebrate September 13th; Fortune Cookie Day. Just kidding. It's actually quite a stretch but well worth it to spin a track from Thin Lizzy's legendary Bad Reputation album from 1977. September 13th is Blame Someone Else Day. This day is probably popular in Washington. Either way, Aaron picka a track from Poison's debut album Look What the Cat Dragged In. September 23rd is Dog in Politics Day. What does this mean? We have no idea but it was enough impetus for Chris to pick a track from Krokus' new album Dirty Dynamite. The video is a must-see. We close out the show with Aaron's pick of a track from Ugly Kid Joe's America's Least Wanted album that helps celebrate September 28th; Good Neighbor Day. Buy Music! Motley Crue Motorhead Dope KISS Hardcore Superstar LA Guns Thin Lizzy Poison Krokus Ugly Kid Joe Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron and Chris return this week to talk about their favorite subject...themselves! This is the official self-congratulatory episode of the Decibel Geek podcast. The reason for this? The guys have finally reached triple digits! In this week's episode, Chris and Aaron take a look back at the past 100 episodes and discuss some of the highlights, lowlights, and technical problems that have been a part of everything that makes up the Decibel Geek podcast. In this episode, you'll hear Chris recount the circumstances that led him to start a podcast, the producer that was here one minute and gone the next, and Aaron Camaro's introduction to the show. The guys also recount some of their favorite moments including favorite interviews, guests, and topic discussion of the past 100 episodes. Aaron and Chris also play numerous voice mail recordings left by listeners, past guests, rock legends, and fellow rock/metal podcasters. Closing out this 100th episode celebration is Chris and Aaron listening and commenting on Episode Zero - An Introduction that Chris recorded by himself back in April of 2011. Lots of comedy here at Chris' expense.  For those of you that have been with us along for the ride as well as those of you that are new to the show, we'd like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all of you. This show doesn't exist without the support and passion of great people like you. We look forward to invading your ears every week to bring you more rock/metal talk and music to make your week brighter. We hope you'll stick with us for the next 100. Thanks again! Chris & Aaron Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to celebrate the second half of 1985 as we dissect July through December. There was a ton of music released in the second half of 1985 and Chris and Aaron are back to bring you some of the best tracks from the year. Without further ado, here are the stories, the people, and the sounds that made 1985 an interesting year for Decibel Geeks:   July: July 13 – The Live Aid concert takes place in Wembley Stadium, London, UK and Philadelphia, USA. The headlining acts at the latter venue included a Led Zeppelin reunion, the first since their 1980 disbandment. Rough Cutt – Take Her (Rough Cutt)  August: August 31 – Richard Ramirez, the serial killer known as the Night Stalker, is captured in Los Angeles. Metal Edge Magazine is Launched. Pantera – I Am the Night (I Am the Night)  DIO - Fallen Angels (Sacred Heart)  KIX – Sex (Midnight Dynamite)  September: September 6 – Michael Jackson purchases the publishing rights for most of the Beatles' music for $47 million, much to the dismay of Paul McCartney, whom he is bidding against. September 19 – The Parents Music Resource Center's (P.M.R.C.) United States Senate hearing on rock censorship begin in Washington, D.C. Heavy metal singer Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, rock star Frank Zappa and country singer John Denver testify against the P.M.R.C. September 22 – The Farm Aid concert is held in Champaign, Illinois, USA. KISS – Who Wants to be Lonely – (Asylum)  Slayer - At Dawn They Sleep (Hell Awaits)  Vandenberg – All the Way (Alibi)  October: October 18 – The first Nintendo home video game console in United States is released by the Nintendo Entertainment System. ZZ Top - Planet of Women (Afterburner)  The Cult – Rain (Love)  November: Aerosmith – Let the Music Do the Talking (Done with Mirrors)  Twisted Sister - Kill or Be Killed (Come Out and Play)  Dokken - The Hunter (Under Lock and Key)  King Kobra – Shadow Rider (Ready to Strike) WASP - The Last Command (The Last Command)    December: December 23 - Two young fans of Judas Priest in Sparks, Nevada shoot themselves, one fatally, after listening to the band's records. A lawsuit is brought against the group in 1986 claiming that they were compelled by backwards subliminal messages hidden in their music. Bands Formed: Britny Fox, Dream Theater, Drivin and Cryin, Roxx Gang, Guns N Roses, Jane’s Addiction, LA Guns, L7, The Mr. T Experience. Band Breakups: Diamond Head, Hanoi Rocks, Mercyful Fate, The Power Station, Quarterflash, Scandal Births: Orianthi, Reggie Bush, Bruno Mars Deaths: Nicolas Colasanto (Coach from Cheers), Margaret Hamilton (Wicked Witch), Rock Hudson (AIDS), Orson Wells, Ricky Nelson  Buy Music! Rough Cutt Pantera DIO KIX KISS Slayer Vandenberg ZZ Top The Cult Aerosmith Twisted Sister Dokken King Kobra WASP Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When preparing for this year's KISSMAS in JULY episodes, we wanted to dig in and talk to some people that were first-hand witnesses to KISS' rise to stardom. This week's guest not only witnessed it; he helped make it happen. Peter Oreckinto, or "Moose" as he's known in KISS circles, was brought into the KISS family very early in the band's history. Having a background in theater, as well as pyrotechnics, Oreckinto was tailor-made for his job as a member of the early KISS road crew; and what a crew it is. Setting up and tearing down a KISS show these days is a task of military precision, with a military-sized crew handling the job. But back in the early days of the band, the KISS road crew were a tight-knit group of guys that worked tirelessly to help assemble the ladder that the band would use to go on to bigger success. The amount of blood, sweat, and tears that went into working for KISS in those early days is not to be underestimated.  In this discussion, Oreckinto shares what it was like barnstorming the country with a group of 4 struggling New Yorkers that were out to see the world for the first time. It was doubly hard for KISS' crew in those days due to the ridicule they would endure from rival crews as well as the attitudes they would run into due to KISS routinely blowing the headliners off the stage with their wild stage shows. It's well-known that Bill Aucoin financed a lot of KISS' early road expenses on his American Express cards. What you may not know is there were other forms of financing for the band in those early days; and not at all in the cleanest sense. During this conversation, Oreckinto reveals some "family" ties to the KISS organization and how not keeping a certain promise led to some near-death incidents that threatened the lives of the band and their crew. KISS' early tours were scatter-shot affairs that were known as "dart board" tours due to the crazy nature of travel routing. In this discussion, Oreckinto shares what it was like to cover thousands of miles between gigs, crisscrossing the United States on very little money, and even less sleep. KISS also had to tour with a wide variety of acts for different reasons including being thrown off tours for upstaging the headline acts. During our Conversation, Moose shares his recollections of the numerous acts that KISS toured with; including some heated exchanges with acts such as Black Sabbath and Lyrnyrd Skynyrd and even a knife fight with members of Aerosmith's road crew. We only get to scratch the surface in this discussion but there's plenty of interesting conversation about the early days of the Hottest Band in the Land. We thank Peter "Moose" Oreckinto for his time. It's truly an honor. Stay tuned for Part 2 and submit your questions through any of the contact methods below! Buy Music! KISS Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With KISSMAS in July just around the corner, we'll be knee-deep in the Hottest Band in the Land when Independence Day rolls around but we still wanted to celebrate America's birthday. We decided to do our Patriotic duty and spin some rock songs about America this week.  Before we get down to business, we name Jay Hardman Geek of the Week for his hilarious response to a "Pick Your Poison" question on the Decibel Geek facebook fan page that pertains to some of Metallica's more "experimental" projects. Chris attended the Geoff Tate-led version of Queensryche's performance at War Memorial Auditorium in Nashville. In this review, you'll hear his thoughts on the band's performance, concert attendence (or lack thereof), and his memories of the meet & greet after the concert.  We kick off our ear-bleeding tribute to America with some love for the USA from a Canadian as Sebastian Bach performs 'American Metalhead' from 2007's Angel Down album. The Offspring are well-known for their tongue-in-cheek, silly tracks from the 90's. However, there's more to this band if you dig a little deeper. We take a listen to the title track from 1998's Americana album. Only in America would someone name themselves Jizzy Pearl. Love/Hate remains a criminally underrated gem of a band from Hollywood. We feel it our patriotic duty to give Jizzy and company their just due and spin the title track from 1992's 'Wasted in America' album. Next up is a track about America that got this British hard rock band in quite a pickle during a festival show in England. British metalheads took it upon themselves to shower Def Leppard with bottles of urine during their performance at the Reading Festival in England. We take a listen to 'Hello America' from the On Through the Night album. Before we get back tot he music, Chris reads some hilarious Letters to the Editor from a 1989 Hit Parader magazine.  Up next is another rock artist that doesn't get near enough attention from the music buying public. Lizzy Borden has been doing his shock rock show for 30 years. We take a listen to 'American Metal' from 1985's Love You to Pieces album. We go from Def Leppard telling America 'Hello' to Blackie Lawless and WASP bidding the Land of the Free adieu with 'Goodbye America' from 1995's Still Not Black Enough album.  It wouldn't be a patriotic Decibel Geek show without a little KISS. To get you primed for next month's KISSMAS festivities, we spin 'All American Man' from the studio side of Alive II. In 90 episodes (so far), we've never played anything by The Runaways. That changes this week as we take a listen to 'American Nights' from their 1976 self-titled debut album. A true transplanted American is Lemmy of Motorhead. Always a fixture of L.A.'s Rainbow, Lemmy has written a number of songs about America. We spin 'Stone Deaf in the U.S.A' from 1987's Rock n Roll album. Closing out the show is the lyrical genius of one, Alice Cooper. 1982's DaDa album has gone down in history as a piece of work that is not in Mr. Cooper's memory banks due to the high volume of alcohol consumption going on at the time. Aside from that, he had a spark of brilliance when he penned a patriotic song that extols on the joys of wonder bread, the A-team and waitresses that love to flirt. A perfect way to cap off our tribute to America.  Buy Music! Sebastian Bach The Offspring Love/Hate Def Leppard Lizzy Borden WASP KISS The Runaways Motorhead Alice Cooper Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It may not be well-known but, according to the National Eye Institute, May is Healthy Vision Month. We thought we would help spread the word and enjoy some good music at the same time. Here's what the National Eye Institute wants to tell you: "Millions of people living in the United States have undetected vision problems, eye diseases, and conditions. HVM is designed to elevate vision as a health priority for the Nation by promoting the importance of early detection and treatment, as well as the use of proper eye safety practices, in preventing vision loss and blindness. One of the most important things people can do to protect their vision is to schedule a comprehensive dilated eye exam. In this painless procedure, an eye care professional examines the eyes to look for common vision problems and eye diseases, many of which have no early warning signs. A comprehensive dilated eye exam can detect eye diseases and conditions in their early stages, before vision loss occurs. Early detection and treatment can help to save your sight." With that said, we thought we'd celebrate Healthy Vision Month by spinning some songs that refer, in the title, to sight/vision is some form. Here we go. After deciding on the title for this episode, Chris' first choice came very easily. From 1977's Draw the Line album, we kick things off with Aerosmith performing 'Sight for Sore Eyes.' Aaron starts his sight-related picks with a track from the oft-overlooked 1995 release from Dokken; Dysfunctional. This album marked the return of George Lynch. We spin the opening track, 'Inside Looking Out.' Electric Six Chris decided to do some digging in research for this episode. A nugget was found in the vast space that is youtube with his choice of the track 'Night Vision' off Electric Six's 2005 release Switzerland. Aaron's next pick is 'Eyes of a Strager.' Wait, before you think it's the well-known Queensryche track, think again. This great sing comes from the appropriately-titled Visual Lies album from Lizzy Borden and is a great addition to the show. We return from break one with a selection from Motley Crue's debut album Too Fast for Love. While filled with lots of great hook-y songs, Too Fast....sports one track that fits in with our vision-themed show as we spin 'Starry Eyes.' Up next is Aaron's choice of a bonus track from Ozzy Osbourne's iconic Blizzard of Oz release. Featuring some seering Randy Rhoads guitar work, 'You Lookin' at Me, Lookin' at You' is a testimony to the strength of material being created by the gone-too-soon guitarist and the Prince of Darkness. Chris keeps the Crazy Train on track as we segue into a double-dose of Ozzy with his choice of 'Looking for Tomorrow' from the classic Sabbath Bloody Sabbath album from 1973. One band that doesn't get nearly the amount of recognition it deserves is Turbonegro. We try to alleviate that problem with Aaron's choice of 'If You See Kaye' from their Party Animals album. We close out the show with Chris' choice of a KISS track that appeared on two different albums in the band's catalog with different personnel. 'See You in Your Dreams' was selected from Rock and Roll Over and features some powerful drumming from Peter Criss and a great solo from Ace Frehley. Playing things out this week is a fantastic cover of a sight-related classic that's all about focus. Aaron's choice of At Vance's version of 'Eye of the Tiger' is a motivating way to finish things off. Buy Music! Aerosmith Dokken Electric Six Lizzy Borden Motley Crue Ozzy Osbourne Black Sabbath Turbonegro KISS At Vance Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to discuss the first half of a very transitional year in music history. 1979 was a true crossroads for rock music fans; with the genre splitting into multiple sub-genres and another genre that ruled the world becoming passe. The "Year of the Child" kicked off with the Music for UNICEF concert featuring pop tarts such as ABBA, Donna Summer & the Bee Gees performing sets on January 9th. Any chance Chris & Aaron decided to spotlight any of those artists this week? If you said yes, welcome new listener. We cover January with a track by alt-rocker Joe Jackson that would go on to become one of the more well-known tracks from thrashers Anthrax. Also included for the first month of the year are clips from the debut album by Accept & a track from UFO that will leave you with palpitations. February saw the passing of Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious due to a heroin overdose the day after being released from prison. We listen to a clip of Sid of vocals for the Pistols from their Great Rock & Roll Swindle album. Also featured in February are tracks from Scorpions' Lovedrive album as well as a very Cheap Trick-like track from Angel's Sinful album. We return from the first break a news clip from the Three Mile Island nuclear power disaster that took place in March of 1979 set to the soundtrack of Van Halen's D.O.A. from their II album. Representing the third month of the year is a track from Motorhead's Overkill album that is more no-frills greatness from Lemmy and co. Spring of 1979 shows upbeat picks of song clips from Thin Lizzy's Black Rose album, Journey's Evolution, and New England's Paul Stanley-produced self-titled debut. Quite a month for melodic rock and roll. We head into May with KISS' sharpest left-turn to date with the release of the much poppier Dynasty album. Featuring the disco hit 'I Was Made for Lovin' You,' we spin a track from Gene Simmons that ponders the question on every narcissist's mind. Also included from May of '79 are overlooked tracks from Riot's Narita album & Ted Nugent's State of Shock. Since this is just part 1 of our 1979 Year in Review, we finish off the first half of the year in June with three very unique tracks. Paul McCartney will most likely be remembered for his gentle ballads and melodic numbers. But, the choice of track from his Back to the Egg album will give you a much edgier impression of Macca. Also included from June of 1979 is a track from the pre-KISS Bruce Kulick/Michael Bolton project known as Blackjack and a show closer that's definitely not obscure but still rocks plenty enough to get us amped up for part 2 next week. We hope you dig the music and, if you do........ Buy Music! Joe Jackson Generation X Accept UFO Angel Van Halen Motorhead  Journey Thin Lizzy New England KISS RIOT Ted Nugent Paul McCartney & Wings Blackjack The Knack Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below   Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 342-3351 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That's right everyone it's time for another "Radio Sucks" episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast because as you know, radio sucks. So once again Chris and AAron put on the DJ hats and spin some great music that you probably will not hear on your radio dial. So just sit back, relax, open your ears real wide and say "give it to me straight Decibel Geek Podcast. I can take it!" Chris' pick of Heaven's Basement performing "I Am Electric" is a testament to how important you, the listener, are to this show as a suggestion from listener Devin Fox impressed us so much that it took the place of one of our previously picked songs. This is a great, energetic track from their debut album Filthy Empire that starts the show off right. Dig it! Up next is "Tomorrow Never Comes" from Saints of the Underground, the heavy metal super-group featuring members of Ratt, Warrant, Alice Cooper. From the 2008 release "Love the Sin, Hate the Sinner" this would be Jani Lane's last full length album release, he passed away on August 11th, 2011. Bruce Kulick released his BK3 album in 2010 and he utilized some "friends" as guest vocalists throughout the album. "Ain't Gonna Die" is one of those tracks that featured the vocal stylings of Gene Simmons. A great little rocker that you won't hear on your local radio station. Nu Metal band turned straight ahead rockers, Papa Roach are "Still Swinging" from their 2012 The Connection album. This may seem like an unorthodox pick for the Decibel Geek podcast but we think you'll agree that this group has definitely matured their sound since their earlier days. In 1993 Kerrang Magazine voted Earth vs. The Wildhearts, the debut album from The Wildhearts as the number #1 album of the year. A band with quite an interesting and unpredictable history, Chris and AAron spin "TV Tan" from their debut album. Also in 1993 producer Tom Werman (Motley Crue, Cheap Trick, Poison, Nugent, LA Guns, etc.) was at the helm for Pariah's To Mock a Killingbird" album. An amazing album featuring the tune "Love To Turn You On" but the band was dropped by Geffen records. Swiss band Shakra formed in the late 90's and have released 11 albums including 2013's Powerplay album. Turned on to the Decibel Geek Podcast from the Talking Metal podcast, "Back On Track" is the title track from their 2011 album on AFM Records Up next is 100 Watt Opera - "Servant" from their self titled 2005 album. This is a band that AAron recently discovered right in his backyard of Nashville. Veterans of the Nashville club circuit, 100 Watt Opera are an impressive group of Music City rockers that deserve your attention. Closing out the show this week, you wanted the best, you got the best! The hottest band in the world.....KISS! If your hungry and you need a meal you can always call for a little "Room Service" from their 1975 Dressed to Kill album. Buy Music Heaven's Basement Loudmouth Saints Of The Underground  Bruce Kulick Papa Roach The Wildhearts  Pariah Shakra 100 Watt Opera KISS  Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After taking a 2 week long look at 1986, we're taking a detour back to Bizarro World with our third installment of Bizarro Covers. What are Bizarro Covers, you ask? Basically, these are songs that were not originally considered hard rock/metal (mostly) and are being covered by, you guessed it, hard rock and metal bands. There's no shortage of strange cover songs out there and we're happy to share, what we think, are some of the best.  We start things off with Yngwie Malmsteen's take on an ABBA disco classic. Of course, Yngwie shows complete restraint; letting the song breathe and allow lots of open space to take in the lyrics.....NOT. Either way, it's an interesting approach to this sugary pop number. Next up is a case of Germany covering Australia as power metal veterans Sinner cover the Midnight Oil 80's classic Beds Are Burning. We keep the German theme going with power/speed metal legends Blind Guardian's 1996 cover of the 1954 Chordettes sugary Mr. Sandman. Not quite as snuggly as the original. Keeping with the old-school vibe, Aaron pulls out The Misfits covering the 1960 Drifters hit This Magic Moment for their Project 1950 album. Jerry Only in fine form on this one. We break new ground coming out of the first break with a cover of a Lady Gaga track! Before you hit the 'unsubscribe' button, give us a chance to expose you to a great performance of Bad Romance by Halestorm. Being the KISS nerds that we are, we couldn't help but pull out a great version of 1977's Plaster Caster from the Love Gun album performed by grunge forerunners The Lemonheads. We really go deep into Bizarro World with the next track being a cover of A-ha's 1985 hit Take on Me from Italian progressive power metal band Vision Divine. You get extra cool points if you've heard this track before. In keeping with strange cover versions, Aaron's choice of Mindless Self Indulgence's cover of Rush's Tom Sawyer will have you looking at the song in a whole new way. Paul Stanley really created a monster (no pun intended) when he penned a song titled Hide Your Heart in the late 1980's. Originally a rejected song from the Crazy Nights album, Stanley put the song on the open market and it was snapped up by a number of different artists including Bonnie Tyler, Molly Hatchet, and Ace Frehley with Frehley's version being the only one that could compete with KISS' release of the song for their 1989 Hot in the Shade album. We take a serious listen to Ace's version of the song from his Trouble Walkin' solo release.  Closing out the show is a Doro Pesch cover of Procol Harum's 1967 timeless classic A Whiter Shade of Pale. A definitely more rocked-up version of this Summer of Love number. We hope you've enjoyed this visit to Bizarro World! If you did...... Buy Music! Yngwie Malmsteen Sinner Blind Guardian Misfits Halestorm The Lemonheads Vision Divine Mindless Self Indulgence Ace Frehley Doro Pesch Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our journey through 1986, Chris and Aaron jump right into their spandex pants and get things rolling. Chris gets the shredding started with his first pick, Vinnie Vincent Invasion's "Do You Wanna Make Love?" Not just one former Kiss guitarist was busy in 1986. The same year Vinnie Vincent invaded, Mark St. John also released new music with White Tiger. The self titled debut album also featured Mike Norton (Mark's brother) on bass and David Donato on lead vocals. Aaron's pick from the album is "Runaway". Keeping in line with the Kiss Guitar Tri-fecta, next up is a band produced by Gene Simmons and featuring future Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer. Black n Blue release Nasty Nasty and the title track is chosen as the third pick of the show. Always room for Motorhead "Built for Speed" from 86's Orgasmatron album is Aaron's next pick. Although with such a heavy, awesome album it was tough to choose just one. Bon Jovi's Slippery When Wet album released in 1986 would go on to be the best selling album of 1987. The hits from this album are still played every hour on mainstream radio so Chris chooses to spin "Social Disease" one of the few songs from this album not normally heard on the radio. Aaron's pick, "Face the Day" comes from Great White's second album Shot In The Dark. This album was an independent release and was the catalyst to them signing with Capital Records. The mighty Iron Maiden released Somewhere In Time in 1986 and Chris chooses "Sea of Madness". Up the Irons!! Aaron's up next with "Slip of the Lip" from Sunset strip rockers Ratt. Ratt's Dancing Undercover album was their third release and although it didn't fare as well in sales as their previous release it did reach #26 on the US charts. 1986 was a banner year for thrash metal and of course Aaron chooses to assault our ears with some Slayer. Reign in Blood, some say the prototypical thrash metal album and Aaron spins "Raining Blood" After the onslaught of pure evil, Chris gets melodic and a little spiritually uplifting with Styper.  "Calling On You" from the To Hell With The Devil album is about as far from Slayer as you can possibly get but goes to show how diverse metal can be. Right back into the thrash scene, Megadeth released Peace Sells But Who's Buying in 1986 as  Dave Mustaine continued his personal war with Metallica. "Wake Up Dead" is Chris's choice from this metal masterpiece. Blackie and the boys in WASP release Inside The Electric Circus. The last album to feature Steve Riley on drums as he would leave to join LA Guns. Aaron chooses "The Rock Rolls On" for your dining and dancing pleasure. One of Canada's greatest exports the Killer Dwarfs are busy in 1986 releasing Stand Tall and going on the road with Iron Maiden. "Believe In Me" is Chris's next choice as we start to wind down this incredible year of music. One band that definitely embraced past influences and created a sound that would help mold the alternative movement of the 90's was Bad Brains. In 1986 they released I Against I, their 3rd studio album. Chris' choice of Secret 77 is a marriage between early 80's punk-meets-reggae and what would become the genre of grunge a few short years later. Aaron's last pick of the night is Tesla's "EZ Come, EZ Go" from 1986's Mechanical Resonance album. A dirty, gritty no-nonsense rock band, Tesla seemed far removed from much of the spandex and hairspray of the day. And with that, 1986 is in the Decibel Geek books! Vinnie Vincent Invasion White Tiger Black n Blue Motorhead Bon Jovi Great White Iron Maiden Ratt Slayer Stryper Megadeth WASP Killer Dwarfs Tesla Bad Brains Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jerry Gaskill, longtime drummer for King's X, was in Nashville this week to resume his work with friend/producer/collaborator D.a. Karkos of Underdog Studios; work that had started in January of 2012 but was delayed for a few reasons. Jerry and D.a. were both kind enough to sit down with Decibel Geek Podcast host Chris Czynszak to discuss it all. On February 26th Gaskill suffered a massive heart attack and briefly died before being saved via emergency surgery. In this conversation, Jerry shares what he went through during this time as well as how the presence of his then-fiancee Julie most certainly is the reason he is still alive today.  After news broke of the heart attack, fans of Jerry from all over the globe pitched in in the form of donations and benefit shows to help out the legendary drummer during his road to recovery.  With his body healed, Jerry and Julie tied the knot in Las Vegas just before King's X went back on a brief tour with Kansas in September. Things were looking up.....until October.  Jerry, Chris, D.a. In late October, Superstorm Sandy made landfall along the East Coast and devastated many along the New Jersey shore; the Gaskill's rented home and its contents among them. Once again, fans of the drummer marched into action to raise more funds to help the couple recover from the tragedy. In this discussion, Jerry shows an amazing sense of grace and perseverance. He shares what steps he's taken to continue to move forward with his life and his music. This long-form discussion also has Gaskill sharing his memories of childhood; becoming influenced while watching the Beatles first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show as it happened live and going on to play his show at the age of seven. Gaskill first crossed paths with future King's X bassist/vocalist Dug Pinnick in 1979. Shortly thereafter, Ty Tabor entered the picture and King's X was born. During this talk, Gaskill describes the early days of the band, the Christian ideals and labels that were attrributed to them, and how he feels about that description today. King's X was widely considered one of the highlights of the 1994 Woodstock festival; with the band gaining new exposure in front of the 300,000 audience members as well as the millions that watched at home. In this conversation, Gaskill recalls the feeling of playing to such a large crowd, how it compared to the original festival, and the night of excess a few days before that threatened to affect King's X perfromance at the show.  As stated before, Gaskill was in Nashville this week to continue working with Karkos as well as legendary producer Michael Wagener at his Wireworld Studio to get more drum sounds for the upcoming solo album. Jerry and D.a. are playing it close to the vest when it comes to describing what fans can expect but they do give a quick glimpse behind the curtain with a story about the unorthodox utilization of a trash can in the studio.  With expectations of a 2013 release, Gaskill seems optimistic about the future of his music as well as his life. His positive attitude and motivation to press forward regardless of his obstacles are a testament to him and the love he receives from his fans. We hope this conversation gives you a fuller perspective on Jerry Gaskill. Contact Info: Jerry Gaskill Underdog Studios Buy Music! Jerry Gaskill King's X D.a. Karkos Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hope you are strapped and and have checked your tire pressure because this week we put the pedal to the metal (and rock) with volume 1 of Camaro's Cut Out Bin.  What is Camaro's Cut Out Bin? Decibel Geek co-host Aaron Camaro is like a bloodhound when it comes to tracking down good tunes at a low cost. He's amassed an enormous collection of music from garage sales, yard sales, thrift stores, and used book/record shops and this week you'll hear some of the results.  To go in depth about every artist played this week would take forever. In truth, most of these groups, you've never even heard of. So, with that said, here's a list of what is played in this episode: Krokus - Round 13 (1999) – Phonag RecordsSong Clip – “Blood Comes Easy” The Panic Channel – One (2006) - Capitol RecordsSong Clip – “Left to Lose” Drama Queen Die – Self Titled Debut (2003) – Independent ReleaseSong Clip – “One Thing or Another” Nerf Herder – Self-Titled Debut (1996) – My RecordsSong Clip – “Van Halen” King Missile – Happy Hour (1992) – AtlanticSong Clip – “Detachable Penis” Bobaflex – “Apologize for Nothing” (2005) – TVT RecordsSong Clip – “Bullseye” HardRoad – Miles (2010)Song Clip – “Headed Home” Buckra – So Many Weapons (2003) – Detonation LabsSong Clips – “Shake Your Baby Fat”   Asphalt Ballet – Pigs (1993) – Virgin RecordsSong Clip – “Weeds” Voodoo Pharmacology – EP (2009) – Jam House Productions Song Clip – “Minnesota” Flipsyde – We The People (2005) – Interscope RecordsSong Clip – “Revolutionary Beat” Loudmouth – Self Titled Debut (1999) – Hollywood RecordsSong Clip – “Not Free” It’s Revenge – Rock N Roll Retribution (2005) – Man Made Monster MusicSong Clip – “Nothing to Lose” One of these albums was good enough to be the winner of volume 1 of Camaro's Cut Out Bin. Which one was it? You'll have to listen to find out! If you dig it.... Buy Music! Krokus The Panic Channel Drama Queen Die Nerf Herder King Missile Bobaflex HardRoad Buckra Asphalt Ballet Voodoo Pharmacology Flipsyde Loudmouth It's Revenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know, we know; a Best of year-end episode is not very original and many of our podcasting brothers-in-arms have done or are doing the same but you've gotta admit, 2012 was a great year for rock/metal music! LA Guns returned to form in 2012 withe solid release of Hollywood Forever. Produced by the legendary Andy Johns, the album is, in essence, a love letter to the Sunset Strip scene that launched the band over 25 years ago. Aaron's choice of a track from this solid release is a natural choice. While we start the show with a band with a serious amount of work in its canon; Chris' choice of a track from Sweden's Eclipse comes from just their sophomore album. We can thank YOU the listener for this as this band was suggested to us throughout the year and has gone on to become one of our favorites. Great, melodic hard rock with a metal tinge. We follow Eclipse up with a pair of tracks from some hard rock and metal legends respecively. First, Aaron spins a track from the fantastic new album by Overkill, The Electric Age. Following that is a track from, if you believe lead singer Don Dokken, Dokken's Broken Bones album that features some great fretwork from John Levin; filling in for the departed George Lynch. If there's one band that doesn't know the meaning of subtlety it is Jackyl. The band hailing from Kennesaw, GA has a long history of saying exactly what it feels and Aaron's choice of a track from their new Best in Show album is no exception. It will have you rethinking your dining habits, for sure. Chris' next pick of a track from In This Moment's Blood album is all due to the power of podcasting; becoming a favorite of his after hearing it on two other great rock/metal podcasts. Aaron Camaro recently enjoyed a night out on the town, checking out Local H's recent stop in Nashville. His choice of a track off of their 2012 release Hallelujah! I'm a Bum is a tongue in cheek barnburner that takes it's inspiration from a classic Beatles tune; sorta. As any good Decibel Geek is more than aware, KISS released Monster in 2012; taking things up a notch from 2009's strong showing on Sonic Boom. Was this Chris or Aaron's favorite album of 2012? You'll have to listen to find out but we think Chris' choice of track from this album will definitely have you shouting to the heavens. Pantera released new music in 2012.......really. While the idea of new music from Pantera seems pretty far-fetched since it's missing a very key ingredient, they did release a shelved track from the Vulgar Display of Power sessions in celebration of the 20th anniversary of its release. We give you some relief from the long wait with this awesome tune. Closing things out is a track from the long-awaited return-to-Roth version of Van Halen. A Different Kind of Truth was released early in 2012 and it still resonates as loudly at the end of the year as it did in the beginning. The combination of Roth's lyrical gymnastics and Eddie's amazing guitar tone and shredding leads makes this not only a great release of 2012; it's a great release...period. We close out the show with a reminder to keep your cool in the new year. The Decibel Geek podcast, writers, and contributors want to wish you all a Happy New Year in 2013 and we look forward to providing more entertaining shows, articles, interviews, and commentaries to help you rock out all year long. You deserve it! Buy Music!   LA Guns Eclipse Overkill Dokken Jackyl In This Moment Local H KISS Pantera Van Halen Ugly Kid Joe Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the world didn't come to an end last week (check out our Songs for the Apocalypse episode), we are thrilled that we can celebrate Christmas with you all! Since the very beginning of the Decibel Geek Podcast, we've received an increasing number of requests for a Motley Crue special. So, with this being the season of giving, this week we decided to have A Very Motley X-mas. In this episode, Chris & Aaron randomly select albums from the Crue's 30+ studio discography and spin one song they'd like to share with the listeners from each. You'll hear songs from the 1981 debut, Too Fast for Love, all the way through 2008's Saints of Los Angeles. Also included in this episode are a couple of our famous Deep Thoughts With....segments; this week including one from Nikki Sixx and one from Tommy Lee. Thought provoking stuff, indeed. With Motley Crue, controversy is never far away and their press headlines tend to overshadow a lot of great hard rock music. With that in mind, we made a conscious effort to stay away from all of the off-stage drama and focus squarely on the music as this is a celebration, not an expose. We solicited some listener picks through our Decibel Geek Fan Page as well as from the die-hard Crue heads over at the Motley Shout boards. Did some of their suggestions make our list? You'll have to listen and find out. We hope all of you Motley Crue fans enjoy this audio look back on their career.  As for the future, Nikki Sixx revealed in a Facebook response that there definitely will be a new Motley Crue record and it will be "the best one yet." Former Motley Crue front man John Corabi has recently released an all-acoustic album entitled John Corabi Unplugged on Rat Pak Records.  The album features renditions of songs from his days with Motley as well as  his pre-Crue band The Scream and post-Crue band Union. It also includes 5 new songs and an interview. Go to www.johncorabi.com to check it out and buy it. And if this episode inspires you to want to beef up your Motley Crue collection.....go Buy It Here! Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we did our Library of Loud episode in September, our special guest that week was Tales from the Stage author Michael Toney. During that conversation, Michael mentioned that he had recently started managing guitarist Jeff Duncan. Immediately, gears started turning in our heads to get the Odin/Armored Saint/DC4 guitarist on the show. Thanks to the generosity of Mr. Toney, we're able to bring you our conversation with Mr. Duncan this week. Jeff Duncan started playing guitar at the young age of 10 after being inspired by his professional musician-father. In this discussion, Jeff shares how he was exposed to a variety of music through his father; from 1950's do-wop to 60's-era singer/songwriter styles such as Cat Stevens. But, it was Jeff's discovery of Black Sabbath that put him the path to hard rock and heavy metal that he would embark upon.  With the formation of Odin in the early 1980's, Jeff Duncan quickly became a staple of the burgeoning Sunset Strip rock music scene. After a number of years of paying dues in small clubs, Odin had gathered enough of a following to attract the interest of Hollywood mainstay and "godfather" of rock and roll, club owner Bill Gazzarri. Gazzarri gave Odin prime exposure on the main stage of the venue bearing his name; exposure that culminated in the band's appearance in the Penelope Spheeris-directed documentary The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years. Jeff Duncan shares his memories of the band's rise on the Sunset Strip and describes the experience of being in the film. Odin Also in this discussion are Jeff's recollections of a difficult period of transition; one in which he witnessed the breakup of Odin, was involved in the short-lived Lostboys, and his recruitment into metal legends Armored Saint. All of this change took place in the brief period of 2 years.  Jeff Duncan's blistering guitar work on Armored Saint's 1991 release Symbol of Salvation was a strong addition to a band in the midst of tragedy, with original guitarist Dave Pritchard passing away of leukemia just before recording. In this conversation, Jeff explains the emotions that he, and the rest of Armored Saint, were going through as well as reflecting on his friendship with Pritchard. Armored Saint Anyone with even a cursory knowledge of Armored Saint knows about lead singer John Bush's departure in 1992 to take over vocal duties in Anthrax. This departure led to the disbanding of Armored Saint until 1999 when the band reunited to record the 2000 Revelation release. Jeff Duncan shares with us what it was like disbanding Armored Saint on the heels of such a successful album and the status of his friendship with Bush through all of this transition.  During the hiatus from Armored Saint, Duncan started DC4 with brothers Matt & Shawn and guitarist Rowan Robertson. Releasing albums Mood Swings and Volume 1 in 1995 & 1998 respectively; DC4 has methodically built a rabid fan base and has since released 2009's Explode and 2011's Electric Ministry. Featuring a gritty hard rock and metal sound; DC4's brotherly chemistry shines through and in this conversation Duncan shares what it's like working in a band with family and how his new turn as a lead vocalist took shape. We close out the show with a track off of the aforementioned Electric Ministry album from DC4. To check out more DC4 and keep up with Jeff, go to www.dc4rocks.com Buy Music! DC4 Odin Armored Saint Lostboys Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the great response we received from Part 3 of our Vinnie Vincent special with special guest Robert Fleischman, we decided to round things off with Part 4 this week. First up is Chris' conversation with Hirsh Gardner. Hirsh is most well-known as the drummer for late 70's band New England. New England's first album was produced by KISS' Paul Stanley and the band opened for KISS on their 1979 Dynasty tour. What many people may not know is that Hirsh was creatively involved with Vinnie Vincent in projects that predate his involvement with KISS as well as the Vinnie Vincent Invasion. Hirsh Gardner 1980 In this discussion, Hirsh recounts his memories of being introduced to Vinnie through Gene Simmons, demo sessions with Vinnie on some songs that wound up later being used by Invasion as well as KISS, his admiration for Vinnie's underrated vocal ability, and his memory of Vinnie telling him that he was offered the lead guitarist slot in KISS. Hirsh also shares his memories of reconnecting with Vinnie during a KISS tour stop in Boston which sparked another musical collaboration when things went sour between Vincent and Simmons & Stanley. This collaboration came to a sudden halt when Vinnie, according to Hirsh, uprooted the project and jetted back to Los Angeles to form what became known as the Vinnie Vincent Invasion. Hirsh also recounts the legal steps he took in trying to get what he felt he deserved which included having the Invasion's equipment seized before a show in Boston. Hirsh Gardner Today Through all of the drama, Hirsh seems to still have good memories of working Vincent on a creative level and his stories were very interesting to us, as fans. You can keep up with Hirsh at is official website of www.hirshgardner.com. Up next is a brief discussion with Tom Silver. Tom was a National Marketing Representative for Chrysalis Records in the 1980's while Vinnie Vincent Invasion was on its roster. In this conversation, Tom remembers his experiences of working with the members of Invasion, albeit limited. Tom Silver (far right) w/Vinnie Vincent & Dama Strum There have been rumors for decades about conflict between the Invasion and Chrysalis Records during this period and no one from the record company has publicly spoken about it. We ask Tom for his take on the theories that Chrysalis was showing favoritism of Mark Slaughter and attempting to squeeze Vinnie out of the band during the promotion for All Systems Go. Tom Silver Today Tom also shares his memories of working with Slaughter as they formed from the ashes of the Invasion. Tom is now a certified hypnotherapist and has appeared on many major network television shows. More information on Tom Silver can be found at www.tomsilver.com. This will, more than likely, be the final installment of the Vinnie Vincent Special. For a full explanation of this decision, please check out the Humanity Wins Out blog post that is available on the official Decibel Geek website. We hope you've had a shredding good time listening to these specials! Buy Music!  New England  KISS  Vinnie Vincent Slaughter  Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were all set to release a very big interview-based episode this week with producer/engineer extraordinaire Toby Wright until we discovered that the week of Thanksgiving (here in the U.S.) is not particularly kind to podcasts as many listeners are on holiday and podcasts, by nature, are consumed by a large number of listeners while on the job. With that in mind, we wanted to make sure our conversation gets the exposure it deserves so we are pushing it back by a week. In the meantime, this week we give you a music-based taste of the massively impressive Toby Wright discography. Episode 60 - The Wright to Rock gives you a heaping helping of Rock & Metal to tide you through until next week. We open the show with a kicking track from Corrosion of Conformity's 1994 Deliverance album before seguing into System of a Down recording a blinding Black Sabbath cover for 2000's Nativity in Black II album. One of the most interesting stories that will be revealed in next week's conversation with Toby Wright will be that of the controversy surrounding Jason Newsted's bass sound (or lack thereof) on 1987's ...And Justice for All. With a good primer for that discussion, we give you a track that is truly to die for from this landmark album. We follow that up with a rare track from a rare band, Cats in Boots, that was an American/Japanese hybrid. Toby Wright was an assistant engineer on this 1989 release. Coming back from the break we relax things a bit with a great tune from Alice in Chains from their massively successful EP, Jar of Flies before cranking things into overdrive with a Slayer cover of a Steppenwolf tune from a NASCAR-themed release. How's that for digging deep?! We travel back to 1991 to spin a track from the first album that Toby Wright produced by Canadian-bred band Brighton Rock from their Love Machine album before spinning a track of a much-discussed, controversial KISS album that never got the exposure that it deserved. Korn reached overwhelming mainstream success in 1998 with the release of Follow the Leader. In next week's discussion, you will hear about the circumstances that led to Toby Wright being the producer of this album that showcased a fuller, thicker guitar sound. In the meantime, we give you a deep cut that will certainly get you fired up. It's rare that a tacked on "new" track on a greatest hits compilation can stand up to the hits that it's sandwiched with but we finish off today's Toby Wright-themed episode with a track that is every bit as worthy as its competitors-in-song from Motley Crue's 1991 Decade of Decadence album. We think you're gonna love next week's discussion with Toby Wright and hope this week's music-themed episode helped get you in the mood for it. Happy Thanksgiving! Buy Music! Corrosion of Conformity Black Sabbath Metallica Cats in Boots Alice in Chains Slayer Brighton Rock KISS Korn Motley Crue Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is not a test! We have "jammed the transmission" and taken over the Decibel Geek Podcast. Consider this the Hostile Hoser Hijack as this week your favorite podcast has been taken hostage by CANADIANS! Consider this episode as a sequel to the previous Radio Sucks - Canadian Edition show but this time broadcast from the pirate studio in the Great White North. Chris and Aaron get to take the week off whether they expected to or not! Your hijacker hosts, Wally Norton and Rich Dillon dig through some of their Canadian Cd's in hope of turning on the Decibel Geek Army to some new sounds from north of the border. Things get rolling with Automan.ca a new Canadian band featuring a familiar name. Front man Darrell "Dwarf" Millar (Killer Dwarfs) has stepped out from behind the drums and exercises his vocals with "Back in the Sun" Wally dedicates his first pick to Aaron Camaro who mentioned Slik Toxic on the last Canadian episode. From the "Doin the Nasty" album comes "Cheap Nicotine". Slik Toxic's vocalist can be now heard fronting his new band Famous Underground with a new album just released not long ago. Slash Puppet is up next, with "When the Whip Comes Down" probably one of the greatest Canadian bands to never get signed back in the day. Up here though, they burned bright with some great tunes and kick ass live  shows. Up next, something almost unheard of on the Decibel Geek show is a ballad. In what Wally describes as the greatest rock ballad ever written, we have Gypsy Rose and "Don't Turn Your Back On Me Now" from the Gene Simmons produced Prey album. "One Way Ticket" is a tune from a great young band out of the Hamilton area, 40 Sons. This tune proves that there is hope for the future as these kids are writing some really melodic, kick ass rock tunes. Fraze Gang, featuring Greg Fraser and Stevie Skreebs of Brighton Rock have just released Fraze Gang 2 and "Saint or Sinner" the lead off track is Wally's pick to kick things into overdrive. With a real Judas Priest feel, the guitar work on this track is truly smoking! Some Decibel Geeks might know of the television police drama Flashpoint. What you may not know is that Hugh Dillon who plays Officer Ed Lane on the show is also the front man for Canadian Punk rockers The Headstones. Rich spins the high octane "Reno" off the Smile and Wave CD. The Decibel Geeks have already been introduced to Carl Dixon and Coney Hatch. This time we turn to Coney's bass player Andy Curran and his solo band Soho 69 with the track "Scatterbrain". Next up Rich chooses the song "Pine Valley" from the obscure Canadian band Mushroom Trail. A bluesy little rocker from a band so obscure that he even stumped his co-host. Closing out this Canadian metal feast, after all the back-bacon and beer. We have a real treat, West Memphis Suicide rocking out a crunchy version of Kiss's "War Machine". This track can be found on the new Kissin' Time - Canada's Tribute to Kiss CD. This Cd was just released on Halloween 2012 with all proceeds going to Sick Kids Hospital here in Toronto. If you dig any of the songs played this week.... Buy Music! Back In The Sun - Automan.ca Cheap Nicotine - Slik Toxic When The Whip Comes Down - Slash Puppet Don't Turn Your Back On Me Now - Gypsy Rose One Way Ticket - 40 Sons Saint Or Sinner - Fraze Gang 2 Reno - The Headstones Scatterbrain - Soho 69 Pine Valley - Mushroom Trail War Machine - West Memphis Suicide Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few things are more synonymous with Rock and Roll than drinking. Like peanut butter needs jelly or carrots need peas, Rock and Roll tends to go down easier with alcohol. Of course, no one probably ever woke up hungover in a stranger's bed after eating vegetables. But, we digress. This week, Aaron and Chris pick their Top 5 Drinking Songs. With the huge plethora of choices out there, this was a pretty tough list to put together and there are tons of other choices that could have been made but who's to say this subject won't be revisited in the future? Things start off on a humorous note with a track from Buckcherry's Black Butterfly album that describes the frustration that many of us of the male persuasion have endured due to excessive imbibing of substances crossed with an opportunity for companionship.  Next up is a track from Guns N Roses' legendary debut album that speaks from a directive point of view and also predicts a hazy night ahead. That track segues into a tune from Thin Lizzy's 1979 Black Rose album that was clearly coming from the songwriter's realization that you can lean a little too heavily on the good times and wind up drowning your sorrows with the same solution. A cautionary tale for sure. Before we head to the break, we hear from a drinking all-star with a track from Zakk Wylde and Black Label Society that is matter of fact in kicking your ass. We return from the break with one of the all-time classic drinking songs and certainly a no-brainer for the Decibel Geek Podcast. This is the song that fully inducted Chris into the KISS Army and sounds just as fresh today as it did on 1975's Alive! album.  One band that knows a lot about having a good time is Ugly Kid Joe as their song history bears out. This week we decided to include a track that will remind many listeners of high school parties while the parents were away.  Alice Cooper was at the height of his drinking dependence in 1977, releasing the Lace and Whiskey album and assuming the fictional role of a hard-drinking PI; not exactly a stretch for him at the time. The album was a success but his drinking had become too much to bear and was his last material released before entering a sanitarium for treatment. He wouldn't, however, be done with his battle with the bottle for several more years. Our inclusion of the title track from this album is a must for its quirky, yet dark, tone at the time. We return from the break with the second contribution from alcohol-consumption expert Ace Frehley with a track from his 1978 KISS solo album that will leave you as blind as a skunk before spinning a ZZ Top track that is so intoxicating it's been covered by a slew of other great artists. We had to go with the original 1973 track though for authenticity. Closing things out is a track by WASP that celebrates getting hammered in the state where everything is bigger. We think you'll like it. And if you do...... Buy Music! Buckcherry Guns N Roses Thin Lizzy Black Label Society KISS Ugly Kid Joe Alice Cooper ZZ Top WASP Connect to Us Rate, Review, & Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After having a great time discussing the first half of the Year 2000,  we're back this week to finish it off as we cover July through December of Y2K. We lead things off with some stories from 2000 including the AOL (remember them?) merger with Time Warner, the first season of Survivor, and the Elian Gonzalez custody drama that had America on the edge of its seat. Jumping into July, we discuss Rage Against the Machine's free concert outside the Democratic National Convention in protest to the two-party system. If you've paid attention since then, not much has changed but they get an "A" for effort.  We spin a variety of artists in our coverage of July and August of 2000 including clips from newer groups such as Jack Off Jill and Mudvayne as well as tried and true rockers such as UFO and Motley Crue. We also include a track that slipped our mind during part one but was too good not to include. September saw Rage Against the Machine back in the headlines as bassist Tim Commerford is arrested for climbing on the set of the MTV Video Music Awards after losing the award for Best Rock Video to Limp Bizkit. Who could blame him? We spin polar opposite tracks from David Coverdale and Suicidal Tendencies during this segment (how's that for diversity?) In October, the aforementioned Limp Bizkit released the nausea-inducingly titled Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water, selling over a million copies in its first week. My how things have changed since 2000. Covering October, we spin tunes from Fozzy, Hammerfall, Megadeth, Slash's Snakepit, and Over Kill. No Linkin Park being spun on this show. We return from the break to close out the year with a controversial tune released by ever-controversial Marilyn Manson in November. December saw the Backstreet Boys racking up 1.6 million sales in its debut week with Black & Blue. To properly react to that stat, we share a clip from Frankenstein Drag Queens from Planet 13 that sums up our thoughts nicely. Closing out this episode is a great song (one of many other great songs) from the Iommi album that was released in October of 2000. We dug deep once again to give you a nice variety of rock and metal that you may have missed in 2000. If you dig something that you heard on today's show, remember to...... Buy Music! Jack Off Jill UFO Motley Crue Halford (hed) PE Mudvayne Hair of the Dog Suicidal Tendencies David Coverdale Fozzy Hammerfall Megadeth Slash's Snakepit Over Kill Marilyn Manson Frankenstein Drag Queens from Planet 13 Tony Iommi Connect to Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week with a second helping of our live recording at the recent Nashville Comic & Horror Festival and this time we have some company. Our good friends from the PWA Show dropped by to help us create an all-covers show that is certainly like no other that we've done. We're sure that some of the choices today will either make you want to jump for joy or want to reach through the ipod and strangle us. Either way, we don't think you'll be bored.  The PWA Show is hosted by Dave and Korey and posts new episodes, like us, every week. What do they cover on the PWA Show? Well, just about anything. Their off-the-cuff, stream of consciousness conversations are pretty interesting and give you a fly-on-the-wall feeling when listening. Check them out and give them a listen. We consider them our brothers-in-podcasting.  We kick things off with Chris' pick of a industrialized version of a Zeppelin classic before going to Dave's pick of a KISS classic covered by a group of Alternative pioneers from Minnesota. Korey makes his first selection of a White Stripes cover with a Tennessee connection before Aaron shifts things back heavier with his choice of a controversial frontman covering a Maiden classic. We return from the break with the first country artist to ever be spun on the Decibel Geek Podcast and it's a great cover of a Catman-sung KISS classic from the 1970's. Coming off of that, Dave selects a Marilyn Manson cover that helped the shock rocker break through to the mainstream. Korey's second choice of the song that is arguably the birth tune of rap-rock runs completely counter to Aaron's choice of Tesla covering a killer track by Alice Cooper. Next up is Chris' choice of Pearl Jam jamming out a live version of one of the best arena rock anthems of all-time before Dave chooses a cover performed by another Seattle-formed band performing a David Bowie classic from MTV Unplugged. We finish things off with The Man in Black delivering a painful rendition of a wrenching Nine Inch Nails song from 2002 and end things on a heavy note with Aaron's pick of W.A.S.P. covering a rollicking Who track. Send all hatemail regarding Korey & Dave's picks to thepwashow@gmail.com and......... Buy Music! Trent Reznor The Replacements KISS White Stripes Sebastian Bach Garth Brooks Marilyn Manson Run DMC Tesla Pearl Jam  Nirvana Johnny Cash W.A.S.P. Connect to Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Saturday October 6th, the Decibel Geek podcast ventured out of the bat cave to meet a large contingent of fellow Geeks at the Nashville Comic & Horror Festival. With a ton of amazing folks wearing wild costumes and special guests including Ernie Hudson in full Ghostbusters gear, it was a bit distracting recording on-location but we still want to share the experience with you in this week's episode; Radio Sucks Radio Show volume 8! Our mobile producer Marc Bullard joins us on the mic this week as the three of us select a truly eclectic mix of tunes are you are not likely to hear on your payola-funded corporate radio station. We kick things off with Marc's pick of a track from Skid Row's Slave to the Grind album that will make you go ape followed by a gut-wrenching track from Alice in Chains' Dirt album. Aaron spins a celebratory tune from The Donnas before coming out of our first break with Marc's pick of a newer track from Extreme followed by a more recent tender-loving song from Motley Crue's Saints of Los Angeles album.  Before heading into the break, Chris spins a track from Iron Maiden that ponders the idea of toying with crazy people. We return from break #2 with the strangest grouping of songs you'll never hear anywhere else. We segue from Aaron's choice of a powerful track from Paul Stanley's 1978 KISS solo album into a track that Marc picks in honor of Aaron performed by The Dead Milkmen.  If that wasn't strange enough, Chris serves up a long jammified track from King's X that will surely make you want to never attempt to play guitar again. Closing out today's show is a track from End of the Century by The Ramones that Chris loves in all it's different incarnations. We hope you dig the tunes you hear today. If you do....... Buy Music! Skid Row Alice in Chains The Donnas Extreme Motley Crue Iron Maiden KISS The Dead Milkmen King's X Ramones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While our Year in Review shows tend to have a great response each time out for the wealth of information that we try to squeeze in each time and numerous song clips that we attempt to shoehorn in; we've also plenty of folks tell us that they like when we spin more than 1:00-1:30 length clips of songs and prefer to hear more music. This week's show is our attempt to satisfy that contingent....with a twist! Instead of just a typical show spinning songs from the chosen previous Year in Review, we decided to explore a new option of entertainment with a Decibel Geek episode from 1991! We dug through the archives and dusted off this episode of a very young Chris and Aaron and you'll get to hear where their minds were at (when not "using" the Sears catalog) and their opinions of the bands of the day as well as the changes in the ever-shifting music industry. We hope you will enjoy this rare look back to a simpler time in our lives and some great music that we were digging on in those days. Thanks for joining us on this time warp back into history with Radio Revisited 1991! *Editor's Note* - All content contained in the "flashback" portion of this episode is not, in fact, from 1991 and is meant purely for comedic purposes. Anyone taking offense or feeling misled by this scripted error should contact the offices of Decibel Geek attorney Uneedto Getalife (he's foreign).  Buy Music! Skid Row The Cult Over Kill Fishbone Ugly Kid Joe  Pearl Jam Guns N' Roses Ozzy Osbourne Anthrax  Metallica Connect to Us! Rate, Review, & Subscribe in iTunes Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a great week of getting Ugly with Whitfield Crane, we return to fill your head with loud, auditory goodness. Radio Sucks Radio Show vol 7 is here! This weeks Geek of the Week is Dan Miles! Dan is the host of the Friends of Dan Music Podcast and we're thrilled to call him a friend as his podcast features some great in-depth conversations with some real insiders of the music industry. He recently talked to Simpsons music composer Alf Clausen about his 40+ years in the industry and we highly recommend his Jim Morrison episode that features the Lizard King expressing himself between takes while in the recording studio. Dan is a great supporter of the Decibel Geek podcast and we thank him this week by bestowing this great honor on him ;-) We've got a ton of diversity for you this week for the 7th edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show. We start things off with a great track from the Sabbath w/Dio era album Mob Rules before launching into a track from Warrant that could easily be described as everything that Cherry Pie is not; and we're thankful for that. Chris has been trying to dive headlong into the Cheap Trick catalog after much cajoling from fellow KISS fans about the many treasures inside and he unearths a power pop masterpiece from 1977's self-titled debut album that will please anyone with a rock and roll sweet tooth. We come back from the first break with an ode to the demise of a serial killer from a Wisconsin-born band that you'd never expect to hear on our show. Our Fresh Blood pick for this episode is The Treatment from the UK. Currently opening for KISS and Motley Crue on The Tour, this group of fresh-faced Brits sports a serious classic rock influence and solid, raw sound that we think you will most certainly dig. If you are attending The Tour, this act definitely seems to be worthy of showing up early. Aaron gets super-obscure with his pick of a Faith No More song from the Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey soundtrack that is woefully under-appreciated before launching into a choice cut from Baltimore's own Clutch. Queensryche has been in the news lately for all the wrong reasons as the band has recently split from singer Geoff Tate and lawyers are busy running up hourly fees while firing lawsuits back and forth. We discuss the current wranglings before Chris' pick of a track from Operation: Mindcrime that is aptly titled in regards to the current situation. Shotgun Messiah was a band that largely got swallowed up in the early 90's scene-changeover that affected so many bands but bassist Tim Skold would go on to success in a number of other projects; notably his work with Marilyn Manson. Aaron picks a powerful track off their 1992 sophomore album Second Coming. We return from the break with the king of shock rock with Chris' pick of a great anthem from the 1975 Welcome to My Nightmare album that never gets old and feels as fresh today as it did back then (except maybe for the Donny Osmond reference). Closing out volume 7 of our Radio Sucks Radio show is a wickedly evil pick of a Monster Magnet tune from their Powertrip album. We've got tons of big stuff planned for the near future and hope that you enjoy these tunes as we ramp things up for a very busy Fall season. Rock on! Buy Music! Black Sabbath Warrant Cheap Trick Violent Femmes The Treatment Faith No More Clutch Queensryche Shotgun Messiah Alice Cooper Monster Magnet Connect to Us! Join the Fan Page Follow on Twitter E-mail Us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret to fans of the Decibel Geek Podcast that we, especially Aaron Camaro, have a great affinity for Ugly Kid Joe. Born out of suburbia (ie. Isla Vista, CA) in 1990, Ugly Kid Joe showed up in the middle of a power shift in the rock world with a sound that didn't fit into the glam rock style that was on its way out nor with the dirge-like sound emanating from the grunge underbelly of Seattle that would soon take over the world.  Named on the spot as a spoof of California hair-farmers Pretty Boy Floyd, Whitfield Crane and best friend Klaus Eichstadt formed the initial lineup of the band and released the breakthrough EP, 'As Ugly As They Wanna Be.' The album broke through to mass audiences with the success of the track 'Everything About You' and would go on to become the first EP to be certified multi-platinum by the RIAA. In this long-form discussion, Whit Crane shares the stories of how the band was formed, what the musical climate was like at the time, and his opinion of Pretty Boy Floyd. Ugly Kid Joe would climb the rock ladder in 1992 with the follow-up album 'America's Least Wanted' which featured the considered-by-WalMart-offensive cover depicting Lady Liberty giving the finger. Featuring a guest vocal from Judas Priest's Rob Halford on the track 'God Damn Devil,' the album solidified Ugly Kid Joe in the public consciousness with the release of their cover of Harry Chapin's 'Cat's in the Cradle' and, to a lesser degree, the opening track 'Neighbor.' A long period of touring the globe would ensue throughout the following years including opening slots for Ozzy Osbourne and Def Leppard as well as headliner status of their own. Along with lots of touring, Ugly Kid Joe was on a non-stop treadmill of appearances, interviews, award shows, and other assorted promotional activities (also LOTS of partying with such legends as Eddie Van Halen and Lemmy). Crane reflects on how crazy the lifestyle was and what memories remain with him to this day. 1995 saw the release of 'Menace to Sobriety' which featured the lineup of Crane, Eichstadt, guitarist Dave Fortner, bassist Cordell Crockett, and drummer Shannon Larkin. Featuring a tighter, heavier sound, the album received rave reviews. After disappointing sales for the 1996 release 'Motel California,' Ugly Kid Joe disbanded the following year. The members went on to other projects and bands with Larkin becoming the drummer in Godsmack and Crane doing a stint with Life of Agony as well as work with Medication and reuniting with Larkin for Another Animal. In this conversation, Crane reveals the emotions and motivations behind these projects and reflects on what he takes away from those experiences. After 15 years apart, the 1995 lineup of Ugly Kid Joe have released their new EP, 'Stairway to Hell.' Featuring a bold production from guitarist/production genius Dave Fortner, the album has all that one would expect from Ugly Kid Joe and more. We get Whit's thoughts on our impressions of the album and if he agrees or not. Aaron also gives a heartfelt testimonial to Whit on behalf of all Ugly Kid Joe fans before we wrap things up with a special preview of the upcoming single from 'Stairway to Hell.' We thank Whitfield Crane for giving us his time, attention, and reflections on a career that has rocked and shows no sign of stopping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week of reflecting on January - July of 1987, we round things off this week by discussing August - December and try to shoehorn in as many tunes and memories as we can.   August saw the release of two of the year's landmark albums in Michael Jackson's 'Bad' and Def Leppard's Hysteria.    MJ had not released an album since 1983's historic 'Thriller' release and the world's ears were ready for a followup. 'Bad', released on August 31st went on to produce five number one singles in the USA; a record which has not been broken.   Def Leppard's slickly-produced 'Hysteria' album had smash hit after smash hit and would go on to sell over 20 million units.   Other notable releases from August of 1987 included albums by Metallica, Twisted Sister, and Aerosmith.   September spawned album releases by rock legends such as Pink Floyd, Motorhead, Rush, The Ramones, and KISS. While not all of these releases would go on to be big sellers, some amazing songs were overlooked by the general public.    The big news story of Ocotober of 1987 was the rescue of Baby Jessica. After falling down a well in Midland, Texas two days prior, emergency crews are able to save the young child in front of a national television audience.   Motley Crue attempted to release 'You're All I Need' as a single from the Girls, Girls, Girls album on October 19th but were shunned by MTV and radio due to the graphic nature of the lyrics. We take a listen to hear what the uproar was about.   Notable releases of October 1987 included albums by Alice Cooper, MSG, Sepultura, and the multi-million selling 'Faith' album from George Michael after his split with Wham! (blech).   We finish things off with a discussion of the albums released in November and December including offerings from Black Sabbath, Anthrax, and two albums by Overkill. Also in this discussion we reflect on bands that were established in 1987 as well as those that called it quits before playing things out with a dreamy track from Dokken's 'Back for the Attack' album.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1987 was a special time in the adolescence of a young Aaron Camaro and Chris Czynszak; being aged 13 and 11 respectively. This was an interesting time in American pop culture with tv shows like The Cosby Show and Cheers leading in the ratings while edgier upstart FOX Network was providing more reality-based programming that would go on to dominate the next decade. Popular movies in 1987 included Three Men and a Baby, Lethal Weapon, RoboCop, and Wall Street; which included one of the enduring quotes of the decade in "Greed, for lack of a better word, is good." We discuss all of that and spin some of our favorite music from January through July of 1987 in part 1 of this 2 part special. The "hair band" movement was in full force in 1987 as bands such as Def Leppard, Motley Crue, and Bon Jovi were ruling the charts and filling arenas. But a glimpse of a grittier future in rock was given with Guns N Roses landmark debut album, Appetite for Destruction. Taking the world by storm with a no-frills, attitude-filled song list, AFD ran counter to the image-based culture that was on top at the time; relying more on substance and swagger and becoming one of the premier live shows in all of music. We also touch on how hindsight is definitely 20/20 when it comes to looking back on songs/albums that were revered in those early days of puberty and how are outlook on them has either changed or stayed the same. Some things definitely have held up over the years while others certainly sound more like they are fixtures in this Cold War-era that we are remembering. There's lots of discussion, good tunes, and LOTS more music ahead in part 2. We hope you enjoy our trip back to 1987.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we think back to those angst filled teenage years in the early 90's when we couldn't find a fake i.d. and we still had a curfew, some of our best memories are of spending Saturday nights hanging out at a friends house, eating day old pizza and watching the Headbangers Ball on MTV. While the show started back in 1985 with an ever-rotating host, the show came into our collective consciousness during the transition from Adam Curry to this week's guest, Riki Rachtman. While Curry did an admirable job hosting the Ball, the show took on a more adventurous and fun direction when Rachtman took the reins in 1990.  Riki Rachtman's profile in rock history goes back further, though, to his days as owner of The Cathouse; a famed L.A. nightspot that was frequented by rock stars of all sorts and the women that adored them. Rachtman's first on-camera appearance took place in 1988's Penelope Spheeris-directed The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years. In the movie, Rachtman is interviewed on location at the aforementioned Cathouse along with co-owner/roommate Taime Downe of Faster Pussycat.  Rachtman's friendship with Guns N Roses frontman Axl Rose led to an audition at MTV as Curry was on his way out as host of Headbangers Ball. His hosting duties would last for five years (1990-1995) until Headbangers Ball was abruptly canceled with no more than a phone call to Rachtman breaking the news. In the ensuing years since Headbangers Ball, Riki Racthman has stayed active in the entertainment industry; contributing his hosting talents to such outfits as World Championship Wrestling, Los Angeles radio station KLSX, several VH1 productions, and his NASCAR-themed racing show called Racing Rocks and is heard on over 120 stations across America. Riki was gracious enough to take some time to talk to Chris this week about the crazy days of The Cathouse, the story that led to getting the Headbangers Ball hosting gig, his memories of hosting the Ball and traveling the world, his response to critics that have accused him of pushing an agenda while on MTV, and his take on where the network (and music in general) is at today. Riki also gives us details about his current 3-country/11 state trek from Mexico through America through Canada and to Sturgis on motorcycles with his long-time friend Taime Downe. As of the date of this episode's recording, Riki and co. were in Washington state and you can track their progress in real-time by clicking this link or you can receive his updates on his Twitter page. We thank Riki Rachtman for taking the time to talk to us. We hope this episode brings back as many memories for you as it did for us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're pulling into the homestretch of KISSMAS in July and thought we'd end the month with a Geeky BANG! Before we get down to it we want to proudly announce that you can stream the Decibel Geek podcast every Friday night through Maximum Threshold Radio! These guys are spinning rock and metal 24 hours a day and were nice enough to let us Geeks take over their airwaves every Friday night at 7:00pm EST. We appreciate this opportunity and hope you will check out all of the other great programming they provide as well. This week's Geek of the Week is Victor Ruiz of the Mars Attacks podcast. Victor had the winning suggestion for this week's KISS-related show subject and we wanted to give a tip of the hat to him. Be sure to check out Mars Attacks for lots of great rock and metal discussion. To qualify for Geek of the Week, just join the facebook fan page at www.facebook.com/decibelgeek and leave us a comment. Simple as that! With 20 studio albums, numerous solo albums, and other projects to boot, it's logical to think that KISS must have a treasure trove of unreleased material. While we got some of that from the officially released box set, fans are still waiting for a bulk release of demos and unreleased nuggets (in good sound quality) from the band. There are, however, a lot of little-known gems floating around the bootleg collector market and that's what we wanted to focus on today. Special thanks to KISSFAQ for providing such in-depth information that aided in our research for this episode.  In this episode you will hear demos, unreleased tracks, and alternate takes from the Hottest Band in the Land as well as cases where songs were turned inside out from demos to wind up as officially released songs years (sometimes decades) later. We also will take a look as some songs that KISS recorded but didn't officially release and where those songs wound up. We've got many eras of KISS covered in this show including unreleased material from Destroyer, the roots of Rock and Roll Over gems Calling Dr. Love and Ladies Room, as well as a Zeppelin-inspired instrumental that didn't quite make the cut on Music from the Elder. You will also hear a 1985-penned Asylum demo that turned into a track on 2009's Sonic Boom. We also include a track that's gone through a number of permutations (that's a big word like 'gymnasium') and has been recorded by the Creatures of the Night era and Psycho Circus era lineups yet has (criminally) never been officially released on a KISS studio album. That's just the tip of the iceberg. You will hear numerous strange demos that, understandably, never qualified for official released. It's an interesting look at KISS' songwriting process over the years and how their approach has changed/stayed the same. We hope you enjoy the scraps of what we found on The Kutting Room Floor. Buy Music! Connect to Us! Subscribe on iTunes Join on Facebook Follow on Twitter E-mail  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After such a great response to our Lydia Criss conversation in week 1, KISSMAS in July shifts into a new gear with Chris and Aaron's favorite KISS Kover songs taking center stage. When researching covers of KISS songs, it quickly became apparent that KISS has influenced artists from just about every genre of music (we couldn't find any jazz KISS covers).  While there were, of course, plenty of examples of straight-ahead rock bands paying homage to the hottest band in the land; the covers from the worlds of disco, pop, folk, bluegrass, and death metal really surprised us.  We must give credit to the fine folks of KISSFAQ for providing such a great, deep discography of pretty much anything and everything KISS and related.  The tribute album section includes officially released product as well as 5 (and counting) tribute albums that were produced by KISSFAQ forum members. Now, THAT'S a devoted following!   Obviously, with so many cover songs existing, it would impossible to even include a fraction of them in this episode. So, with that said, Aaron and Chris ventured to celebrate KISSMAS in July by playing their favorite covers. A lot of digging went into these picks and we hope that you are turned onto some great stuff. If so, click one of the links below to hear more of these great KISS-inspired artists. Rock on! Axel Rudi Pell Sweet ZO2 Anthrax Double Virgo Skid Row Galactic Cowboys Kissettes Dinosaur Jr. Hair of the Dog Rodrigo Gonzalez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to KISSMAS in JULY here at Decibel Geek headquarters! We're always looking for new excuses to do KISS-themed material and doing a full month of KISS stuff in July just seemed like a logical choice.  We kick off the month-o-KISS with an in-depth conversation we recently had with Lydia Criss. Formerly the wife of original KISS catman Peter Criss, Lydia entered the KISS Army's consciousness in 1976 when she accepted the award for 'Beth' being the #1 single of 1976 at the People's Choice Awards. What was the reason for Lydia accepting the award? Listen to our discussion to find out. A few years ago, Lydia published a coffee table memoir of her life entitled Sealed with a KISS. Jam packed with tons of photos never before seen of KISS and Peter Criss from their earliest days as a struggling band rehearsing in a frigid loft in downtown Manhattan, their apex of popularity in being named the most popular band in America according to a Gallup poll, and beyond. The book also gives a rare glimpse into Lydia's personal life as the wife to a rising star in the music world. In this conversation, Lydia, Chris, and Aaron pick some of their favorite Peter Criss-sung songs and Lydia shares her memories of the stories behind the making of the songs including the drama that would arise between band members.  Peter Criss' 1978 KISS solo album included quite a few songs about the end of a relationship. This mirrored reality as it was around this time that Peter's marriage to Lydia was ending. Lydia recalls the experience of hearing these songs and the effect they had on her at a tumultuous time in her life. Also in this discussion are Lydia's memories of accepting KISS' People's Choice Award and the conversation with Gene Simmons that led to her accepting the award on the band's behalf. The story of how Beth came to be has been told from numerous different angles and Lydia tells her side of the story and it's probably something you haven't heard before.  While this conversation includes some great inside information from a person that was right in the middle of the rise of the Hottest Band in the Land, you will get WAY more great stuff like this if you purchase a copy of the 2nd printing of Sealed With a KISS. Included in this new printing are over 20 new photos as well more content including a listing of tons of gigs that Peter performed before joining KISS.  If you are a KISS fan and don't own this book, you are truly missing out. It's totally worth the money and you don't have to mortgage your house to afford it. Check it out! Read It Order Sealed With a KISS Listen to It KISS Store Peter Criss Store Connect to Us Subscribe/Rate/Review in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow Us on Twitter Email Us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Without question, one of the more popular theme shows the Decibel Geek podcast has ever produced was our Bizzaro Covers episode which featured hard rock and metal bands performing non-hard rock and metal songs.  While original material is always a joy to listen to (unless it's being produced by Nickelback), a good cover song that puts a new spin or perspective on a song provokes emotion and can trigger the listener into liking something they normally wouldn't even care about. Before we dive right in to the music, there are a few things we need to pimp. Our Canadian correspondent Wally Norton recently scored a great interview with Coney Hatch singer Carl Dixon that was picked up by a few other web media outlets.  Also discussed are some wonderful comments from this week's Geek of the Week. To be qualify for Geek of the Week simply head over to our facebook fan page and click LIKE; simple as that.  Of course, if you want to go one step beyond and tell a friend or write a review in iTunes, your chances go up exponentially (who said payola is dead?).  To round off the news, we discuss a commentary that Decibel Geek podcast host Chris Czynszak wrote in response to the recent reveal of the price of KISS' new Monster book and the harsh reaction that has been echoed by about 99% of the KISS Army. Consider a second mortgage. We dug deep this week to bring you some gems that you may have not heard before. While there are a number of bands you've heard of, there's a couple oddball choices as well. All of the songs are certainly not what we typically play but we think you'll agree that they all benefit from a harder production. As the cheesy Autograph tune used to say, "Things go better with rock." Artists Included: Dungeon HIM W.A.S.P. Anthrax Metallica Vince Neil Cake Wednesday 13 L.A. Guns Foo Fighters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With so much going on in 1969 there was no way we were going to be able to squeeze all of it in to one episode and we're back this week to give you a second dose of the news, the music, and the personalities of the year of the rooster. We begin things on a dark note as we discuss the Manson family murders including murder of actress Sharon Tate and Charles Manson's obsession with the Beatles song Helter Skelter and his morbid perception of the lyrics. This leads into a taste of one of the standout tracks from the Yellow Submarine album. With the Beatles on their way out, a successor was on the rise in Led Zeppelin as Robert Plant and company  released I and II in 1969. We spin one of Rolling Stone magazine's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time and segue into Jimmy Page's least favorite Zeppelin song but we dig it. 1969 saw the second and final album by the Jeff Beck Group released as Beck-Ola climbed to #15 on the charts on the strength of Jeff Beck's guitar playing and the growly pre-AOR vocals of a young Rod Stewart. Aaron picks his favorite track off the album and we give you a sample of that. As we discussed in Part 1 of our 1969 Year in Review, Detroit was a hotbed of activity in the rock and roll world that year and it's arguably the birthplace of punk and alternative music due to the emergence of The Stooges. Fronted by Iggy Pop, The Stooges were a stripped down noise machine that perfectly encompassed the alienation of youth in the blue-collar Midwest. While not a big seller (peaking at 106 on the Billboard charts), The Stooges debut album is widely considered the foundation for a slew of punk and garage bands the world over in the years following it. We take a listen to Iggy's ballad of submission. We return from the break to discuss an intimate little affair that included 350,000 people hanging out on a farm while musical legends entertained and promoters warned people to check the color of their acid. Woodstock was a three day history maker; with performances by Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Janis Joplin, CCR, and Santana among many others. Considered by many as the greatest musical festival of all time, it's a true snapshot of America in 1969 as it had ties to music, pop culture, and the ongoing conflict in Vietnam. Also in 1969 a group led by a couple of friends from Lincoln, Nebraska released a song that was quite prophetic that warned of the dangers of future advances in electronic and medical technology and how society would be affected in a negative way. While we love where technology is these days (we wouldn't be able to provide you with this podcast if it weren't), there are signposts out there that do make you wonder if these guys were onto something. You'll get to hear these thought provoking lyrics as we feature the majority of this interesting track. We started this episode off on a grim note with the Manson murders and we end it on one as well as we discuss the tragic events that occurred at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival. Billed by many as 'Woodstock West', the show was doomed before it even started with the Hell's Angels biker club being hired as security. With rampant drug use and a chaotic atmosphere, things spun out of control throughout the day; even causing the Grateful Dead (prime organizers of the festival) to decline to play their scheduled time slot. Things hit a boiling point while the Rolling Stones were onstage and you'll hear a clip of Mick Jagger trying to get the audience to relax. We play out on a hopeful note with a song from the Stones album Let it Bleed that tries to instill some hope in a crazy society.  1969 was not a year for the weak willed and it's certainly not one that will be easily forgotten. We hope these 2 episodes gave you a good perspective on it. See you next week! CONNECT WITH US!: Rate & Review us on iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow us on Twitter Leave a Comment Below Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While we don't typically delve deep into thrash territory on the Decibel Geek podcast, 2 bands that came out of California in the early to mid 1980's (one formed out of necessity to battle it out with the other), are truly a part of rock royalty and are the subject of our interview/discussion this week.  Metallica's 1981 lineup that included James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Cliff Burton, and lead guitarist Dave Mustaine was a true force to be reckoned with but politics and substance abuse caused it to be short-lived with the band unceremoniously canning Mustaine while on the road. Determined to exact revenge, Mustaine formed Megadeth in Los Angeles in 1983 with bassist Dave Ellefson.  With both bands releasing platinum albums and performing for sold out audiences across the globe, the rivalry remained pretty evenly matched between the groups until Metallica saw mainstream success with 1991's Metallica (aka The Black Album) shooting the band into a new strata for metal music. One could argue, though, that Megadeth have put out material that rivals, and in some cases exceeds, Metallica's output throughout the 1990's and 2000's. This week we take a hard look and listen to the early days of both bands as we chat with rock photographer Bill Hale. Hale was a photographer for Metal Rendezvous magazine in the early 1980's and shot photos of rock legends including KISS, Riot, UFO, and Black Sabbath. He was witness to the ascent of Metallica, as is recounted in his excellent photo book Metallica: Club Dayz 1982-1984 and thus, was in good company to witness the formation and launch of Megadeth which is chronicled in his new book Megadeth: Another Time, A Different Place.  In our conversation you will hear Bill share his stories of what it was like knowing Lars Ulrich when he was just a struggling drummer trying to make contacts in the Los Angeles area. Hear about James Hetfield's early stage fright which caused Dave Mustaine to be the voice between songs for many of Metallica's early shows.  Hale also shares his opinion of what took place when Mustaine was fired from Metallica and the politics that seemed to surround the situation. Interesting stuff here! With a thirst for blood, Dave Mustaine formed Megadeth and Bill shares his memories of the earliest days of the band and the rivalry that exists to this day. We also get his thoughts on the sad losses of both Cliff Burton and Gar Samuelson (of whom the new Megadeth book is dedicated). Aaron, Chris, and Bill also spin some of their favorite tracks from Metallica & Megadeth's first three albums throughout the conversation. It's a fun long-form discussion with a person that caught music history through the lens of his camera and forged friendships with highly diverse personalities that still captivate rock and metal fans to this day. It's time for some Metal up your......ears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Russel of Great White joins us this week to discuss a career that has spanned the highs, lows, and everything in-between.  Last week was a busy week in the press for Russell between dodging drunk boaters and having to clarify remarks about former manager Alan Niven. He takes a few minutes to discuss these stories, as well as where the current legal case with the rest of the band stands, with us before we launch into career-talk. And what a career it's been. From their early days in 1978 as Dante Fox, Jack tells us how the name Great White came about and how it relates to albino guitar players.  We get Jack's recollections of the Sunset Strip in the days before it exploded which included flyer wars with Nikki Sixx and Motley Crue as well as his thoughts on how the internet has pretty much squashed the chances of a regional thing on that level happening again. We discuss the reversal of touring to sell albums shifting to recording an album as an excuse to tour and Jack's thoughts on what downloading has done to deplete potential income and the presence of record stores. Chris asks Jack to explain why the first two Great White albums sound so distinctly different from everything that followed and we find out why all of those keyboards appeared on the Shot in the Dark album. You'll hear Jacks memories of touring with Whitesnake in the U.K. for Great White's first european tour as well as a story about the members of Judas Priest playing volleyball in Biloxi, MS while on the Defenders of the Faith tour. Russell tells us how he had to fight to get Save Your Love included on the Once Bitten album after the producer and record company went cold on the song; a gamble that paid off for Russell and the band as the song received widespread radio airplay.  Following the breakthrough success of the Once Bitten & Twice Shy albums, the tide started shifting in popular music with "party" rock bands beginning to multiply to the general public's disgust causing the overnight change of pace with grunge music taking over the airwaves. Jack gives us his memories of this period of time and how it hit the hard rock scene like a freight train and did much damage to the prospects of success for their then-new album Psycho City. He also tells us about Great White's experience opening for KISS during 1992's Revenge tour and getting a front row seat to the media machinations of one Gene Simmons. After venturing into solo territory, Russell and guitarist Mark Kendall began performing again as Jack Russell's Great White with Kendall leaving the band again. With new guitarist Ty Longley, the band played The Station nightclub in Warwick, Rhode Island where pyrotechnics caused a fire that killed one hundred people including Longley. Jack Russell tells why he's decided to no longer comment on the incident. We wrap up the conversation with some talk about the band's amazing cover of Led Zeppelin's Babe I'm Gonna Leave You and why they decided to record an entire album of Zeppelin covers songs as well as the upcoming America Rocks 2012 tour that Jack and co. are undertaking this summer along with Faster Pussycat, Bulletboys, Pretty Boy Floyd, and Lillian Axe. Jack also makes it a point to thank his legion of very supportive fans that helped to bring him back from a horrific physical state to rocking stages all over the world again. Special thanks to Dave Hardin and Valerie Ince for helping arrange this interview. Check out Jack Russell's website for tour dates, news, and messages from Jack himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the short year that the Decibel Geek podcast has existed, some of our more popular episodes have been our Year in Review shows. We have received some great feedback from all over the world about our 1975 and 1983 episodes and this week we head to the 90's as we focus on a truly transitional year in rock music in 1991. Chris and Aaron are spinning a plethora of their favorite songs from 1991 and you're sure to hear lots of stuff you may have missed while radio stations were shoving Bryan Adams and Amy Grant down your throat. While the glam to grunge overnight transition took place in September with the release of Nirvana's landmark Nevermind album, you'll hear plenty of examples of the wide variety of great music that was being released even before anarchist cheerleaders picked up black pompoms and the janitor got his groove back. 1991 was a crazy year for cannibalism, true and fictional, with Jeffrey Dahmer proving that Aaron Camaro is not the only lunatic from Wisconsin and Anthony Hopkins' strange appetite in Silence of the Lambs. We also learned in 1991 that Pee Wee Herman likes himself. He...really....really....likes himself. Of course, he went to jail and was ridiculed for something that 99% of the population does and that 1% dude sure is frustrated. Michael Jordan got us to eat our Wheaties, Madonna pissed of parents of teenage boys everywhere with a "racy" video that is tame by today's standards and there was a TON of great music produced in 1991. You'll hear us yack about all of it this week on the Decibel Geek podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While America is our home base and largest listener area, our friends up to the north have been accumulating like a blizzard lately. We've had quite a few new Canadian listeners over the past year. There are a few reasons, we think, for this.  1. Mitch Lafon of Bravewords.com was the first official guest to ever be on the Decibel Geek podcast and is based out of the Montreal area. He's also appeared a couple other times as a guest. Mitch Lafon & Russ Dwarf 2. Our interview with Killer Dwarfs singer Russ Dwarf helped us attain more audience members. KD is a great band and Russ still waves the flag up in Canada. 3. The addition of Wally Norton to the Decibel Geek staff. Wally's regular feature, Hoser Heavy Metal has helped shed some light on Canadian rock bands you should check out. His recent interview with Helix's Brian Vollmer also received acclaim throughout the internet and brought more folks from the Great White North our way. So, with that said, it's only natural that we'd decide to shine a spotlight firmly on Canada. This week we're cranking tunes by bands/artists from Canada that are considered legends, some that could be considered diamonds in the rough, and some that we're pretty sure you've never heard before. We debut the new Fresh Blood feature in this episode that gives you a listen to something brand spanking new that actually sounds good; a rare feat on the radio these days. Chris shares his thoughts on the music documentary 'Mayor of the Sunset Strip' and why it's appropriate to the Radio Sucks subject. He also tries to explain the Decibel Geek habit of hating Nickelback and why they will never, ever be played on the show (unless it's for parody's sake). It's a full hour+ jam packed with rock and metal from our neighbors to the north. So, grab a brew and open your ears for a party in your head. We love you hosers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our nightmare. We think you're gonna like it. Actually, the episode that we post for your listening pleasure today was truly a dream come true for us.  In this long form discussion, veteran guitar maestro Dick Wagner reflects on what it's been like being on the inside of rock history for 40+years. Appearing on more than 200 albums and garnering more than 35 Gold and Platinum albums, Wagner has quite a story (or in this case, many stories) to tell as he gives us a glimpse of the fantastic historical essays that await you in his recently released (and soon to be hardcover-released) e-book entitled Not Only Women Bleed: Vignettes from the Heart of a Rock and Roll Musician. Dick shares stories with us from his earliest days including backing Jerry Lee Lewis in a television appearance as well as the circumstances that led him to become the musical director for the Alice Cooper solo band.  Also in this discussion is Dick's recollections of a short stint living in Nashville in the early 1990's attempting to break into the Country music songwriting game and the resistance he received from the "good ole boy" network. Wagner gives us the inside story on Alice Cooper's (and his own) substance abuse trouble in the 1970's and early 1980's. You'll hear about Alice's state of mind during the recording of 1983's bizarre DaDa album as well as the strange fitness routine Cooper incorporated into his daily life when the two first met. From Aerosmith's Get Your Wings to KISS' Destroyer & Revenge albums, Wagner has appeared on some very well-loved tracks without receiving credit for his playing. Does he harbor any ill-will for not receiving his just desserts? You'll hear his unfiltered take in this interview. Dick also shares his take on what he and the Alice Cooper band thought of a young upstart named KISS surpassing them on the charts.  This episode features some stories from Wagner's personal archive that must be heard to be believed. Stories of all facets of pop culture colliding at specific times. Strange bedfellows indeed. Our discussion with Dick Wagner only scratches the surface of the goldmine of amazing stories of sex, drugs, rock and roll, and more sex that you'll be glued to when reading Not Only Women Bleed. Be sure to check out Dick's official website for news updates as well as a full history/discography. We are very pleased to bring you this episode and thank you for listening. Be sure to check out www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com for more info and other great episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"We hear & we obey" - Gene Simmons Truer words could not be said of this weeks episode. This week, we turn the controls over to you, the listener. We've received some great requests over the last few weeks and now we get to share your choices with the world. We're happy to present our first Listener Request Show. Before we get started, Chris & Aaron give a quick update of what's been going on at the official Decibel Geek website including a number of great new articles by our most recent writing addition, Wally Gator including 3 Guitarists You Should See Before You Die, Hoser Heavy Metal, and Death of the Album. We also give a shout out to Andrew Jacobs with another great interview; this time with KISS Army founder Bill Starkey. Now, onto the music. We received requests from all over the world from this show as well as many States. You'll hear requests today from Australia, Canada, California, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, New Jersey, South Carolina, Virginia, Utah, and Illinois. It's wonderful hearing from you all and we look forward to doing another listener-based episode in the future.  We'd like to plug the projects of a few of our listeners that took the time to request songs on today's show: Michael Brandvold of Michael Brandvold Marketing & the Dropping the Needle podcast. RJ Hogg of the Classic Rock Bottom website Mike Sains of the Tower of Sour podcast Vic Baric of the Vinnie Vincent Fan Forum Denny Smith of The Great Affairs There's lots of diversity in the song choices and you're sure to hear something you've never checked out in this episode. We added a few things to the iPod thanks to you guys and appreciate the requests.  Enough of our yapping, let's hear some tunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week to give you a Stiff Upper Lip after we Flick the Switch and Blow Up Your Video; making you feel like a Fly on the Wall who needs some Black Ice to recover from a Ballbreaker. If that doesn't give you a clue as to what we're talking about, then we'll spell it out for you....AC/DC. While the Bon Scott era of AC/DC laid the foundation of what we have today, we wanted to take an episode to appreciate some of the highlights of the Brian Johnson era of the band.  With the tragic passing of Scott in 1980, AC/DC was left pondering the decision of whether to go on. A fan in Cleveland, Ohio forwarded a cassette tape Brian Johnson fronting the band Geordie to AC/DC manager Peter Mensch who then recommended the singer to Angus Young and company. Young remembers Bon Scott raving about seeing Geordie years before and it was decided that Johnson was a good fit for the band. Brian Johnson, of course, burst onto the scene in his first album with the band, 1980's legendary Back in Black album. The album needs no explanation as chances are you already own it since it is the 3rd best selling album of all-time. AC/DC has persevered since Back in Black with 10 studio albums that have flown in the face of what's trendy and stayed true to their roots.  Chris and Aaron pick out 5 of their favorite tracks from the Brian Johnson era of AC/DC and there's plenty of variety to go around. While it is a common jab by critics to say that AC/DC uses the exact same formula for all of their songs, we venture today to show you that there is variances throughout their history. When you dig deeper into the albums, which the Decibel Geek podcast specializes in, you discover hidden gems that you may have not noticed before. It was a blast putting this episode together and we hope you'll crack open a Fosters, make a Vegemite sandwich, and crank up some solid rock from Down Under with our Top 5 favorite Brian Johnson era AC/DC tunes! PS: Don't forget that this week is the last week to get your requests in for our upcoming Listener Request show! The deadline to get your request in will be this Sunday, April 22nd at 6:00p.m. Central time. After that, any requests will be applied to future shows. The number to call is (540) DBGEEK-1. Give us a ring and tell us what you want to hear. You just may hear yourself on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before we flash back in  time we want to remind you of our upcoming Listener Request episode! We want you to call in your hard rock/metal song request on our hotline and we'll play our favorite requests on the show! The number to call is (540) - DBGEEK-1 (or (540) 324-3351). That number will take you straight to our voice mail hotline. Don't be shy! We had some great feedback on the recent 1975 Year in Review show so we decided to jump back into the time machine and venture to another year. This time we're going back to the days of Atari, Dr. J, and Metallica before they became sycophantic Lou Reed cohorts. We're heading back to 1983. This Year in Review episode has got a little bit of everything from the pop culture stew of 1983. There was a lot going on in the entertainment world from M.A.S.H. ending its legendary run atop the television world to the release of the tragedy-laden movie version of The Twilight Zone movie. We touch on that stuff but we're a music show, right? The musical landscape of 1983 was certainly varied. The top of the Billboard charts was mostly owned by Michael Jackson as this was the release year for his vaunted Thriller album. Other top pop stars of the year included The Police and a young starlet named Madonna. The hard rock and metal world was certainly in flux in 1983 with grease painted rock legends KISS decided to scrub off the clown white and go au naturele on MTV. A new metal band was starting to make waves in the Bay Area in 1983. Metallica released Kill 'Em All on Megaforce Records and heavy metal was never the same. 1983 was a confusing year for rock legends Alice Cooper and Black Sabbath with the left-of-center releases of DaDa and Born Again respectively. So, break out your Wacky Wallwalkers, strap on your Swatch, and hope into the Family Truckster. It's time to hit the time travel highway to 1983! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Networks, KISS Reviews, and The Group Thing We've been awfully theme-y lately and decided to spend this week doing what we do best; being unorganized and playing whatever we feel from our iPod. Before we get to the  music, we've got a few news items. Cue the teletype: We're now a part of a cult! Decibel Geek Podcast is now a proud member of the Auralgasm Podcasting Network. Don't fear, this doesn't mean that you'll be squirting from your ears in the future. It simply means that we were selected from a large group of entries to be a member of this new podcasting network for independent, high-quality shows. The majority of the shows on the network are comedy based so we're not sure if that means we are funny or unintentionally funny. Either way, we're thrilled to be part of this new and growing network. Head over to Auralgasm to see our dedicated show page with custom artwork. And while you're there, check out some of the other shows. We have and they've made us laugh. We're just sayin'. This week Chris put up an exclusive review on the Decibel Geek facebook page of his thoughts on KISS' recent performance in New Orleans during the NCAA Men's basketball tournament. Lots of reaction was elicited from Paul Stanley's vocal performance and Chris shares his thoughts and concerns over what this may mean for a very busy 2012 in the world of KISS.  We also give a special thanks to Jeff and Jon over at the Class Rock Bottom website for recently creating a Decibel Geek podcast group on their page. These guys are some of our most dedicated fans and always give us good feedback on the episodes and we are honored that they thought enough of the show build a group page to discuss it. Go check it out! Lastly, before we get to the tunes, we're on the prowl for more writers/contributors to the official website. We love the content that we receive from our current contributors but are thirsting for more content to share with you, the listener, while you wait for the next episode each week. If you have a passion for writing about hard rock and/or metal and want to get some good exposure to your work, contact us at decibelgeek@gmail.com and let us know that you are interested. We look forward to making you a part of the team! Uh, Aren't We Supposed to Hear Music? Sorry, we had to shill for a few minutes there but today's show is most definitely packed to the gills with a variety of rock and metal. You're going to hear a little bit of everything today from pop-rock to Danish metal as well as a great track from an Australian band, Chinatown Angels, who were nice enough to send us a bunch of free swag including t-shirts, cds, and posters. We wouldn't play the music if it sucked so you can rest assured that this band is exactly the type of fresh blood that we look for in today's music. In conclusion, we hope you enjoy the scattered musical picks that we have for you today. They are all over the place and there's definitely something for everyone. Rock on this week and we'll see you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and a raspy-voiced Aaron Camaro return this week with a trip into the past. We're adjusting our flux capacitor and taking the wayback machine to 1975; an era where people wore bellbottoms, platform shoes, and had ridiculous haircuts without a shred of irony.  While there was plenty of music to vomit over, there was also lots of cool rock being put out into the ether. We take some time to share that music in today's episode as well as our discussion of some news events that happened throughout the year. So, kick back, grab a quaalude, and take off those Toughskins while we take a look at 1975. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week spent in Bizarro World, we're back to discuss something *GASP* KISS-related. We'll give you a second to pick your jaw back up. Ready? Okay. The Tour With the recent announcement of the upcoming Summer tour featuring KISS & Motley Crue, we decided that now is as good a time as ever to devote a show to our favorite Starchild, Paul Stanley. The Starchild For almost 40 years, Paul Stanley has provided audiences all over the world some awesome musical contributions. No matter what is in fashion, be it disco, new romantic, heavy metal, hair metal, etc, Paul has been able to tap into a genre and produce relevant results. The List Today, Mitch Lafon of Bravewords.com joins Chris Czynszak for a discussion of their favorite Paul Stanley-penned KISS tunes. Co-host Aaron Camaro has his voice in the shop this week for repair but does chime in during the intro and outro of the show. He will be back next week. The Tribute Today's show is dedicated to the memory of Tony Whitfield; a Decibel Geek listener and avid KISS fan that we lost too soon recently. Tony loved rock and roll and KISS as much as anyone and he carried that torch for all his days through his own projects and ventures.  Tony Whitfield w/Paul Stanley We salute Tony in this episode with a testimonial from friend Cassius Morris of the Creatures of the Net podcast at the end of the episode. Rock on in Heaven Tony! The Final Word So, without further ado, check out Mitch and Chris' picks for favorite Paul Stanley tunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a quick week off, we're back and we're spinning more covers but things are a little different this time. We're not going with tried and true covers this time. This time, we're going into the Bizarro World with some of the strangest rock and metal covers that still kick ass. These are tunes that were not necessarily originally intended for the rock and metal world but some visionary artists decided to show that, as Autograph, prophesied back in the 1980's, things go better with rock! We start the show with some talk about our recent discussion with Jan Kuehnemund of Vixen and the response we received as well as the swell new look of our official website and news on our Facebook fan page. We had to whore ourselves out a little. Moving on, we get into the music with our lone straight ahead rock cover. We had to go with this track because we couldn't squeeze it in on the Under Covers episode and it just plain kicks ass (regardless of band members' political views). We're not going to be spoilers and give away the tunes we're playing. What fun would that be?  So, kick back with a cold bevereage, crank the show, and stay frosty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone that was around during the glam rock era of the late 1980’s remembers the teased hair, lipstick, and revealing clothing. There was also a female rock band named Vixen that was giving the pretty boys a run for their money in the hooks and looks department. Plus, you could unashamedly stare at them and drool without requiring therapy in later years. We recently had an opportunity to spend some time chatting with founding guitarist Jan Kuehnemund about all things Vixen and some theories on the music business in general. Jan gave us all the details of the current Kickstarter project that Vixen has launched to help fund their next album. We take a trip down memory lane from Jan’s early days forming Vixen in St. Paul, Minnesota with high school friends to their journey out west to Los Angeles in the early 1980’s. It certainly was not an overnight success story for Kuehnemund  as she struggled for a number of years moving Vixen forward while enduring demanding producers and numerous lineup changes. One lineup of Vixen saw the band portraying a group known as Diaper Rash and performing at a bikini contest on the beach. The group toured the Midwest in between shooting their parts as well as working waitress jobs in the Los Angeles area to survive. Jan gives us her recollections of the formation of the most notable lineup of the band which included singer Janet Gardner, bassist Share Pedersen, and drummer Roxy Petrucci. We hear her story of how ‘Edge of a Broken Heart’ was written and delivered in 24 hours by singer/songwriter Richard Marx as well as her comparisons of the 1988 debut album to the follow-up Rev It Up. Aaron and Chris hear Jan’s memories of touring with artists such as KISS, Deep Purple, and Ozzy Osbourne among others. Throughout the 90’s and early 2000’s, Vixen became a chameleon –like group, shuffling members but the transition was certainly not seamless as Jan was in and out of the group and even took them to court over copyright infringement for the 1998 album Tangerine. We asked Jan about the stresses and strains of that era and she was very open about what took place. We hear about the current lineup of Vixen and how they formed in only a few weeks time to finish out the Voices of Metal tour. Vh1 came calling a few years later and got Vixen back together for a single one-off performance in Los Angeles. The tension in the room was palpable when the four women met again for the first time in years but they pulled it together to perform.  We also ask Jan if there’s any possibility of another Vixen reunion and she gives us the low-down on recent contact between band members. Pretty interesting stuff. We want to thank Jan Kuehnemund again for coming on the show and wish her luck in the future with Vixen. To check out more Vixen stuff go to www.vixenrock.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a jam packed episode filled with tons of music you may have never heard as well as a couple of tracks that you certainly won't want to hear again! Aaron and Chris take you through a journey of some of their all-time favorite hard rock and metal cover songs in this special edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show - Under Covers. In this episode, you will get lots of great cover songs performed by artists such as Sebastian Bach, Metallica, Ace Frehley, Ugly Kid Joe, and Tuff among many others.  We also introduce a new segment to the show this week with 'Defend Your iPod'. In this new feature, Aaron and Chris put each other on trial over a song that is found on each others iPod. We think you will find the choices and revelations in this segment riveting, revolting, and downright weird. The only clue we'll give you is one song is angelic while the other explains how a redneck outing can be just what the doctor ordered when you lose an appendage. There's lots of music-y goodness for your head holes in this one. Hope you dig it!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re very excited to bring you this week’s episode. Today, we give you our recent conversation with Eddie Trunk. Mostly known from That Metal Show on VH1 Classic, Eddie has a rich rock and metal history that we delve into in this hour-plus in-depth discussion. From High School Student to Record Executive We venture back to Eddie’s teen years when he was introduced to the radio industry via a college station that taught radio basics to high school students. That led to his employment at a record store located across the street from a local rock and roll radio station in New Jersey. After a run of turning the radio station employees on to a number of rock and metal bands that they were ignoring, Trunk decided to take matters into his own hands and produced a deejay demo tape through a friends pirate radio station. The tape was good enough to earn him an internship at WDHA and later, his own show. While earning his stripes in rock radio, Trunk met Jon Zazula, then a local record shop owner. Zazula was starting up his own record label and implored Trunk to give his struggling bands some exposure. With that, Eddie Trunk became one of the first major market deejays to spin tracks by bands such as Anthrax and Metallica. Trunk soon took on a job with Zazula, now known as Jonny Z, at Megaforce Records where he ascended to Vice President at the age of 25. Meeting the Ace and Moving On While at Megaforce, Trunk helped kickstart the careers of such bands as Kings X, Overkill, and Manowar. But it was a dream come true as a KISS fan to help get Ace Frehley back into the music world with the formation of Frehley’s Comet. Trunk quickly bonded with the guitar legend and their friendship remains strong to this day. In this discussion you’ll hear Eddie’s memories of that time working with Ace and his thoughts on Ace’s recent sobriety. After a few years at Megaforce, Trunk had a brief stint in music management and continued to build his radio resume in the New York area; working at some of the bigger rock stations as well as being picked up for syndication in other markets. TV on the Radio & Metal for a Cause In 2001, Eddie began his long-term relationship with VH1 Classic; becoming the featured male host for special programming as well as interviewing many rock legends on the ‘Hanging With’ series. Also in 2001, Trunk organized the New York Steel Concert; benefiting the victim’s families of 9/11 with a huge set by Ace Frehley, Overkill, Anthrax, Sebastian Bach, and a reunited Twisted Sister. The event raised hundreds of thousands of dollars and is considered by Trunk to be his most proud accomplishment in music. That Metal Show & The Book Club Eddie Trunk is currently the host of VH1 Classic’s That Metal Show; considered to be the leading talk show for all things hard rock and heavy metal. The new season will begin taping in March 2012. Trunk also recently released his book ‘Eddie Trunk’s Essential Hard Rock and Heavy Metal’ and has appeared at book signings recently. The book is available wherever books are sold and personally signed copies are available at www.EddieTrunk.com. Updates from Eddie Trunk are also available via his twitter page @EddieTrunk. We want to thank Eddie again for coming on our show and hope that you enjoy listening to us discuss his history in the hard rock and heavy metal universe. Rock on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You just keep coming back to get your ears blasted and we thank you! Last week's Eric Carr episode really took off and we want to welcome all the new listeners. For the uninitiated, we try to mix things up throughout the month. While we love doing the interviews and have plenty more for the future, we also like to showcase some music as we're doing today. Corporate radio sucks. That statement is about as simple as saying that the sky is blue or Nickelback is the antithesis to good music. With that said, Aaron Camaro & Chris Czynszak set out each month to play you some deep cuts from rock and metal history that the payola-induced corporate fat cats shudder away from. This is the Radio Sucks Radio Show part 4! We've got a full slab of great music for you today. We start things off with a Motorhead track from the 'Iron Fist' album followed by a KISS track off 1974's Hotter than Hell. Our first break is comprised of a flashback commercial featuring an unlikely pairing between two acts; especially when you consider who was opening up for whom.  We segue into some 'Shout at the Devil' era Motley Crue as we discuss the band's recent residency in Las Vegas. We make sure to update everyone on Vinnie Vincent's recent musical output. It's buggin'! After that, we give you a track from the 31st lineup of L.A. Guns, the last one to feature Phil Lewis and Tracii Guns before they decided that two was better than one. With this week's release of 'A Different Kind of Truth,' Van Halen is front and center on the world's radar (competing with the likes of Snookie and American Idol, wtf). We decided to avoid the lawsuit and play a classic Van Halen cover instead to get you primed for the new one. Trust us, it's worth going out and picking up. The second break of the show features David Lee Roth extolling the virtues of the Decibel Geek podcast. We also hear from an inanimate object that is near and dear to a former WASP guitarist's heart (and liver). The next 2 songs feature polar opposite bands but equally enjoyable. One is known for providing levity and humor in their records and their movie. The other was a legend that's music still holds up today against all of the other metal bands that they inspired.  Next up is a band that you've probably never heard of covering a song of another band you've probably never heard of. Exciting right? Aaron really pulled out a gem with this one. Midnight Moses was originally performed by the Sensational Alex Harvey Band but covered beautifully on this track by Spearfish.  Our next break includes Nigel Tufnel explaining why the Decibel Geek podcast is the only show that goes to eleven. We also hear from Mama Cass in her final moments. We wrap up the show with some bands that each of us dig from the 1990's. Chris spins a track from a band that many of our listeners probably consider rap-metal but there's no doubt that musically this track slams. Go ahead and start writing your hate mail; we can take it. Aaron closes things out with a track from a band that Chris can't stand. In all fairness, Chris has only heard the one track that this band is known for so Aaron decides to expose him to a new slice of said group's catalog. Will Chris dig it? Wait and see. That's all we got this week. Can you believe we got through all of these show notes and didn't say one thing about the Super Bowl? Dammit!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Sister’s Culminating Tribute & Mom’s a Groupie? In Episode 19 we chat with Loretta Caravello, sibling of the late, great Eric Carr of KISS fame.  Eric was taken way too early from the rock music world and Loretta has continued to keep his memory alive with the recent release of ‘Unfinished Business’; an album featuring now-completed versions of Eric’s songs that were previously incomplete. The songs are rounded out by a cast of special guests from the rock and metal world including Bruce Kulick (KISS), John Humphrey (Seether), and Ted Poley (Danger Danger) among others. The discussion starts with talk of the new album including Loretta’s memory of discovering Eric’s 1980 KISS audition tape and how his rendition of Shandi was the only track recorded in stereo on the tape, thus allowing its completion on Unfinished Business. Chris goes on to tell Loretta his Eric Carr story that involves car trouble after a KISS concert and his mother being mistaken for a lovesick groupie. Listen to the story, it makes more sense. Kulicks, Frehleys, Wizards & Merchandise, Oh My! Loretta tells Aaron & Chris about Eric’s bond with Bruce Kulick and Ace Frehley over the years and expounds on the stories of Eric being restricted from playing with Ace on the ‘Breakout’ track with Frehley’s Comet. She also clears up the mystery floating around about Vinnie Vincent’s supposed ownership of Eric’s makeup design. This rumor has been around quite a while and you’ll get to hear her thoughts on this topic. Loretta lets us know of some future Eric Carr-related endeavors down the road including a trading card set that will feature many candid photos taken by Eric himself during his time with KISS. From Stove Repair to Stadiums We discuss Eric’s meteoric rise from being a stove repairman playing small clubs to playing packed stadiums on the other side of the world just a few months later. Loretta tells us about the call Eric received from Bill Aucoin telling him that he was a member of the band. This just scratches the surface of what we talked about so go check out the episode and enjoy this trip down the Eric Carr memory lane and be sure to pick up Unfinished Business at www.ericcarr.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where There’s a Will (& Enough Alcohol) There’s a Way For those of you that saw the post that was put up yesterday, you already know that Chris has had the week from hell and Aaron also had some rough news over the past seven days.  But, have no fear, another episode is here! We may be a day late but we’ve got all the bottom-end that you can handle and we’re not talking about Kim Kardashian (thanks for the extra hits Google Alerts). We’re picking our Top 6 Favorite Bassists today! Why 6 and not the requisite 5 that we always do? Well, you’ll have to listen to the episode to figure that one out but let’s just say that it was due to one of the hosts and it wasn’t the buzzed one. The Joy of Hops & Bulletproof Vests We eagerly anticipate a shitstorm of hatred from this episode since it’s about as subjective as it gets. What were our criteria? Well, this week Chris was going through so much that his criteria was basically, pick bassists that he digs and that are memorable. Aaron on the other hand did his homework and has plenty to say about his choices, why he made them, the mysteries of the universe, and a dissertation on the physics of mechanical resonance in pre-Industrial Age Manitoba. Actually, the beer flowed and lots of stuff came out so that’s our best guess. Ear Candy to Shove in Your Head Holes With so many different options to choose from on this list, we give you a plethora to think about and digest in this episode. No clues, no hints, just listen to the show and get your torches and pitchforks ready. Some of these you will agree with and some you will not. Either way, it’ll be a good distraction from traffic, treadmills, or bosses with bad breath. We hope you enjoy it and can’t wait to get the hate mail. Rock on folksies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diamond Dave & The Hype Machine For anyone living under a rock or not named Sammy Hagar, the hype surrounding the recently-released single and forthcoming album from Van Halen has sparked loads of excitement and speculation whether the new tunes will cause us to break out our Rubik’s Cube and ponder the days of bellbottoms through Wall Street excess.  The first album released by a David Lee Roth-fronted Van Halen since 1984; ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ promises to illicit reactions of all kinds on February 7th, when it’s released. The newly released single, ‘Tattoo’ has drawn mixed reviews as well.  The Car’s Out of the Garage & News You Can Use We are without co-host Aaron Camaro this week, as he’s on assignment with one of his other ventures. Never fear though, we brought in guest commentator Mitch Lafon from Bravewords.com this week. Before we delve into Van Halen, we have a few news items to discuss in the intro to the show. By the way, if you want to skip straight to the Van Halen discussion, it starts just after the 5 minute mark though I’d rather you listen to me prattle on about other stuff for a few minutes. We’ve brought on a few new writers to the Decibel Geek website. Please welcome J Alexander, JB, and Andrew to the team! We’ve had some amazing articles and interviews posted in the past week since these folks came on board and I’d like to tip my hat to them. JB’s first articles will be coming very soon. J Alexander wrote a fantastic article about Why Boy Bands Aren’t So Baod (trust us, it’s not what you think) and Andrew Jacobs has been churning out tons of great interviews for us including Larry Harris (former Casablanca Records), Blair N. Bitch (Betty Blowtorch), and Patrice Zappa-Porter (sister of Frank Zappa). Many new articles and interviews are planned in the future for the show and the site as well as a full revamp of the site itself that will make it much more user-friendly and fun to visit so stay tuned! Dave, Sammy, Gary, & The Gang – A History Discussion Chris  and Mitch first share their thoughts on Van Halen’s appearance at a cramped Café Wha? In New York as well as the then-sample of ‘Tattoo’ that was floating around. They also discuss the different lineups and albums released by Van Halen from the 1977 debut all the way to today. During the discussion, you’ll hear music from each album, some tracks you may have never heard before, and some entertaining (we hope) commercials and liners. There’s tons to discuss and we cram it all into an hour. Van Halen has seriously passionate fans and we are sure that some of our opinions will bring out some pitchforks and cause some bewildered looks but remember, it’s just our opinions. Feel free to use the comment section on the site or facebook or twitter or any of the other outlets we use to tell us how wrong we are. We like the attention.  www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the New Style for the New Year You’ll notice a change immediately during the theme song; an abrupt belch which is a sign of something new. We’re giving this whole live recording thing a shot and you’ll hear everything in this episode warts-n-all including Aaron and Chris stumbling over words, getting tongue tied, and sound effects going off without warning. It’s as unprofessional as it gets but at least it’s entertaining. Plus, Chris doesn’t have to play around with hours of editing so hopefully this will be a welcome change that will provide more content in the future. We start out talking about what we got for KISSMAS including Aaron’s review of the Ace Frehley autobiography, ‘No Regrets’ and the cool new Rocksmith game. We update Vinnie Vincent’s output for the holidays. Impressive! Chris gives a shout out to Cassius Morris from the Creatures of the Net podcast who recently did an impromptu interview with Eric Singer who called in during his live stream. Cassius is only 13 years old but is already on his way to becoming a big name in podcasting.  Congrats to Cassius! Flashback Time We share a cool radio commercial advertising the Sex Pistols tour of America in 1977 which leads to a discussion of the Sex Pistols impact in music as well as their reputation rubbing off on other punk bands like the Ramons. We also touch on a quick discussion of the G.G. Allin documentary Hated which documents all of the fecal-smearing, heroin-induced debauchery leading up to Allin’s death. Ramones in Kindergarten Chris shares his thoughts on a recent video that’s been sweeping youtube of a kindergarten class singing the Ramones’ classic ‘Judy is a Punk.’ It makes you feel all snuggly inside and gives hope to the world. There’s nothing that will renew your faith in mankind like a bunch of kids singing “perhaps they’ll die”….oh yeah! Corabi Rocks for Tots & a Cinderella Story Chris and Aaron reflect on their recent outing to see John Corabi’s Toys for Tots where they got to talk with Corabi as well as Jeff Labar from Cinderella; fresh off his hip-replacement surgery and filled us in on the possibility (or lack thereof) of new music from Cinderella. We recap the setlist and describe our trek over to a hipster bar invaded by metalheads with the strangest mix of songs from the jukebox you’ve ever heard. Van Halen & the Little People Chris & Aaron discuss the recent announcement of Van Halen’s new album and new single ‘Tattoo’ due next week. We’re totally excited to hear a song about the little guy from Fantasy Island (thanks to the guys from From Out of Nowhere for that joke). We also bemoan how much cooler this news would have been with Michael Anthony involved. Shameless Self-Promotion 101 & The Days of Axl’s Life The guys give their take on the recent induction of Guns N Roses to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with a discussion of Eddie Trunk’s recent grilling of the CEO of Hall of Fame as well as the big question of who is going to show up for the ceremony. Will it be the old guys or the new guys? Or, will Axl’s ego be big enough on its own to fill the whole stage. They wind up rambling quite a bit so we hope you dig listening to these guys yack on and on about Axl and co. Chris & Aaron make the announcement of their expanding roles in the podcasting world as they will be contributing members of Podkisst, the leading KISS podcast as well as some contributions to the great Mars Attacks podcast for their Class Albums series. That’s our first foray into the recording live thingy. We promise we’ll get better at it. In the meantime, feel free to laugh at all of the mistakes. Smell ya later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We decided that we wanted to have a healthy dose of pissed-off listeners and were pretty sure that this episode is a prescription for just that. The early 1990s for us old folks that remember it was a strange and magical time for rock music. Lots of transition was taking place in the pecking order of rock musics hierarchy with the mass music-consuming public deciding to ditch the Aqua Net and makeup mirrors and adopt a lumberjack-chic style to go along with their newfound depression.  In a quest to try and come up with a tougher Top 5 list than our previous episode that involved Top 5 Non-Makeup Era KISS Songs we decided to try and pigeonhole 5 albums out of this crazy matrix of material that was being produced in this Gulf War era of change. Full shownotes at www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hope everyone is over their tryptophan-induced coma. Thanksgiving was a great time for us at the Decibel Geek Podcast. We had a lot to be thankful for this year. We launched the show this year and added co-host Aaron Camaro.  Our audience is growing and we love talking about music! In short, we’re thankful to YOU for listening to the show. Today’s episode is a Nashville X-tra episode. We kick things off with a new Rage Against the Scene segment where Chris reviews some recent articles from the Nashville Scene and his reaction is not totally what you would expect. Could Chris be moonlighting as a hipster and disguising himself in skinny jeans, bad facial hair, and a bowler hat? Doubtful, but you’ll have to check out the segment to find out. Chris also has a bone to pick with 102.9 The Buzz. There’s been a lot of aggression building up over The Buzz in recent years and Chris is ready to let it all out. Hear his thoughts on their choice to constantly spin 90’s tunes and the complete degradation of The Buzz Around Town. Something smells rotten in Nashville and it has dollar signs all over it. This episode we also announce Decibel Geek’s recent inclusion to Stitcher Radio. If the tedious task of pushing “download” is just too much for you and you have one of those intelligent phone thingy’s, you can now check out the show through the Stitcher Radio app. Simply download the app, search for Decibel Geek, and you’ll be up and running and listening to us bitch about bands in no time! Just go to www.StitcherRadio.com to try it out! Next up Aaron & Chris intro a review of the new 3 Minutes to Live album. Well, I guess it’s not exactly new now since we drug our feet a bit on getting this up. Once we’re over this crack habit, the shows will be better (we think).  Anyway, Chris gives a track-by-track review and shares the good, the bad, and the ugly about this record. We promise, it won’t hurt a bit. We finish off the show with some full tunes for your ear holes. We went for variety this time, so you’ll get Piranah, fORMER, and Fist of the North Star; something for ALL tastes. There will be more music-based episodes in the future so you’ll have a nice break for our droning voices. Hope ya dig it Nastyville! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another new episode already?? I know, it’s hard to believe but we just might be figuring out this whole podcasting thing and we’ve tried to cut back on the crack smoking in order to get some new material up for your ear holes. In this, our 12th episode, the Decibel Geek Podcast proudly presents the Radio Sucks Radio Show. No, we’re not talking about two boom boxes giving each other head (although that is a stimulating idea). Corporate radio sucks ass. We know that you agree. Why else would you be checking out podcasts? With that thinking, we decided that we’d ignore our non-existent Program Director and play songs that we think are cool. You’ll actually get to hear stuff that hasn’t been drilled into your head for the past 30 years on a repetitive basis in order to fill a payola scheme for the sake of freebies and concert tickets. This will become a regular feature on the Decibel Geek Podcast in the future; as long as we don’t get sued. We took pains to make sure that you hear the vast majority of these great songs but we are all about supporting the great artists that created this music.  If you hear something you dig on the show, check out the links on the Decibel Geek website to purchase music from the artist so they know they are appreciated. Aside from the great music being played in this episode, Chris Czynszak & Aaron Camaro touch on some recent rock topics such as Anthrax’s Joey Belladonna being tackled by security at his own show and Aaron’s priceless reaction to being forced to check out the Lulu album by Metallica & Lou Reed. We don’t wanna spoil the surprise of what you’ll hear so all we’ll share is that you’ll hear tracks by Anthrax, Metallica, Wednesday 13, Killer Dwarfs, KISS, Skid Row, Motley Crue, & Double Virgo. And we’re NOT talking about the singles you’ve heard on corporate radio! So, kick back and get ready to crank some great rock and metal as Decibel Geek Podcast presents the Radio Sucks Radio Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We enter the month of November with a guest from the Great White North. Russ Dwarf has been entertaining audiences for nearly 30 years. Best known as one of the founding members of legendary Canadian band Killer Dwarfs, Russ has seen it all in the music business and gives the Decibel Geek Podcast a taste of his extensive experiences. In this in-depth discussion you’ll hear Russ’ recollections on such interesting moments as when Killer Dwarfs were sharing the same studio as KISS, the influence of Alice Cooper on Russ’ performance, opening for Iron Maiden with a buck naked drummer and why a healthy sense of humor can get you through some of the muck that you have to endure in the music industry. Russ also shares his views on youtube, downloading, and what he thinks of the current generation of bands in comparison to the scene of the 1980’s. Russ Dwarf is currently touring in Canada on an acoustic tour but is also involved with providing vocals for Canadian legends Moxy as well as the project Hard Road. You can find out more by visiting www.myspace.com/russdwarf Special thanks to Mitch Lafon at www.BraveWords.com for his help in arranging this interview. Music Featured: Intro Music: Manic Bloom – Push Off the Ground First Break: Killer Dwarfs – Dirty Weapons Second Break:  Moxy – Sail On Sail Away Third Break: Hard Road – Miles Fourth Break: Killer Dwarfs – Doesn’t Matter Outro Music: Mindset Defect – By the Way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve got a brand spankin’ new Nashville Xtra episode for ya jam-packed with some old interviews!  Really, it’s more exciting than we make it sound.  We start the show with Chris Czynszak & Aaron Camaro welcoming you back into the fold; the local rock & metal fold! The Decibel Geek Podcast is growing by leaps and bounds and is getting new listeners from around the globe but as some chick wearing red shoes once said “There’s no place like home” and we try to show that with these Nashville Xtra episodes. We start things off with the premiere of Camaro’s Cut Out Bin; random ruminations on assorted albums, tapes, and demos that Aaron Camaro has recently checked out. Aaron reviews past cd’s by local acts of days gone by Lenny & Commander. By the way, if you are interested in owning the CD’s reviewed on today’s show, get in touch with us on www.dbgeekshow.blogspot.com and tell us you want it. We need to save the shelf space anyway. First come, first served. Next we have a pair of interviews with two important cogs in the local music machine. We begin with a discussion with Andy Aquino of the Rutledge. Andy has quite a history in this town; performing in local bands over the years and booking bands in every nook and cranny in town before settling in at the Rutledge. He also doesn’t pull punches. In this candid discussion, you’ll hear Andy’s thoughts on topics such as what he looks for in bands that are trying to book a show as well as why the 16 different versions of L.A. Guns never seem to come here. We finish things up with a quick talk with local concert promoter Jenny Jem George of Outrageous Productions. Jenny is constantly putting shows together in Nashville and works with a variety of rock groups. In this hard-hitting interview you’ll hear Jenny’s thoughts on why Skyline Chili sucks, why Nashville is a big step-up in comparison to the Cincinnati music scene, and why Chris should stick to sobriety. We also talk a little about music. Before we go, we would like to get the word out about a very important charity to us at the Decibel Geek Podcast. Vince Liveri, a vocalist that was a well-loved veteran of the local rock and metal scene passed away recently. He was loved and admired by many in the local music community.  It would mean a great deal to me if any of our listeners could find it in their hearts to make a small donation to a fund that’s been set up to help Vince’s family stay afloat and pay off the funeral expenses. If interested in helping out, please check out www.nashvillemetalbands.bigcartel.com to make your donation. We wouldn’t ask if it weren’t important to us. Hell, we don’t even ask for donations for ourselves so you know it’s important. So, just buy a 12 pack instead of a keg and give up some of that beer money to help out a family in need. That’ll do it for this time. Until next time, we’re out like the Titans 53 million dollar running game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another show centered around KISS? I know, you’re shocked. We’re fans. We love KISS. Deal with it. There will be lots of opportunity to discuss the merits of new, fresh bands like Britney Fox and Pretty Boy Floyd in later shows. Chris Czynszak reminds everyone of his discovery of KISS on Dial MTV in 1987 and his brother’s reaction and guidance to the more ‘pure’ era of the band. But Chris still has a soft spot for that non-makeup era of the band. He also makes mention of the recent passing of Eddie Balandas, a close confidant of KISS during their heyday as well as the iconic intro voice on the Alive II album from 1977. He will be missed. Aaron Camaro shares his memories of first listening to Animalize as well as his monthly pilgrimage to the local record store to build build his KISS album collection. Obviously, we’re not going to reveal what Aaron & Chris’ choices were in these here show notes. That would be anti-climactic and stupid (I know, like this show right? Thought I’d go ahead and pre-insult us).  Every non-makeup era album will be mentioned on the show but not every album will be represented in our Top 5. We aren’t including any of the compilations or live records from that time since Let’s Put the X in Sex is certainly not going to make either of our lists anyway. The non-makeup era of KISS is largely ignored by the musical public but is beloved by those of us that discovered the band during this era. The albums they released during those years are snapshots of a simpler time in our lives and the concerts were some of the best nights of our lives. This episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast will cover the ever-changing state of KISS through the non-makeup era. You’ll hear thoughts on Vinnie Vincent’s huge contribution to the Lick It Up album as well as an update on his most recent musical output. Mark St. John gets a quick mention in this episode that probably lasts longer than his actual tenure in the band. Bruce Kulick and Eric Singer are discussed and, of course, no discussion of the non-makeup era is complete without mentioning Eric Carr. By the way, check out the new album released by the estate of Eric Carr titled Unfinished Business that features song very cool Eric-written tunes. Chris & Aaron are both big KISS fans but they definitely have differing opinions on certain aspects of the non-makeup era. You’ll hear them debate what they loved and what they hated. This was a fun episode to put together and think you will enjoy it as well. If you don’t, you’re not out any money so whatever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We begin this week with an explanation of Aaron Camaro’s hobby of hanging out with big, beefy dudes that like to oil themselves up and roll around with each other. In other words, he’s involved in microphone work for professional wrestling in the Nashville area. Aaron gives us the lowdown on all of the relevant info that you need to watch hulking guys beat the snot out of each other and Chris calls him out for trying to turn the show into a roid-themed infomercial. Chris hasn’t been impaled by a turnbuckle….yet. Next, we are proud to bring you the first entry of Rage Against the Scene. This segment was a popular written feature that Chris used to write that was enjoyed by the Nashville-area hard rock and metal crowd. We decided to bring this feature back as an audio entity so you can hear Chris bitch all about what he hates about the Nashville Scene (publication) as well as the local rock scene in general. No one is safe from the ranting and Chris lets the bile spew forth with rants about the recent Soundland festival and why he thinks it’s nothing more than a bunch of secret-handshake bullshit that ignores a multitude of talent in the local area. He also tears into the Scene publication in general for swinging from Jack White’s nuts, only promoting one local record store and mentioning Those Darlins & Jeff the Brotherhood for the millionth time as if they are God’s gift to the music industry and should be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame immediately. Come to think of it, it would make sense since the Hall of Fame (ala Rolling Stone’s editorial staff) has about as much common sense and taste in music. Chris wraps up the segment by hinting at a future rant against 102.9 the Buzz in the future. Yes, his hate has spread to other avenues and modern rock is starting to fit in the crosshairs. Our feature interview for this Nashville X-tra premier is Chris Higgins from Piranah. Higgins had plenty of interesting things to say including his opinion of the local Nashville rock scene vs. playing out of town, some stories from the bands trip to Illinois to open up for Soil and what it felt like to have a room with hundreds of people singing their song back to them.  He also gives his take on whether Nashville has the ability to have a scene comparable to booms previously seen in Los Angeles and Seattle. With a tip of the cap to such local notables such as Ray LeGrand of Nashville Metal Bands, Higgins tells us what he thinks it might take to break Nashville as the next musical boomtown.  We touch on some personal history with Higgins’ recollections of his travels from his move to L.A. in the early 90’s to his time playing R&B music in North Carolina, to his return to metal in Nashville and how he became the skin-basher for Piranah. There’s lots more planned for future Nashville X-tra episodes including interviews with venue managers, promoters, and more local band members. To our Music City rock & metal brethren, keep your horns in the air and your shot glass full! Music Featured: Intro: Manic Bloom All Breaks: Piranah Outro Commercial: Mindset Defect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rik Fox is a pioneer, artist, and has a unique perspective as an inside source of the rise of the American hard rock and heavy metal era of the 70s, 80s, and beyond. Rik witnessed the ascension of KISS, The New York Dolls, WASP, Motley Crue, among others. Never one to mince words, Rik is engaging, funny, and quick-witted. And with so many great stories, Decibel Geek delivers another memorable two-part interview. Without further ado, enjoy Rik Fox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rik Fox is a pioneer, artist, and has a unique perspective as an inside source of the rise of the American hard rock and heavy metal era of the 70s, 80s, and beyond. Rik witnessed the ascension of KISS, The New York Dolls, WASP, Motley Crue, among others. Never one to mince words, Rik is engaging, funny, and quick-witted. And with so many great stories, Decibel Geek delivers another memorable two-part interview. Without further ado, enjoy Rik Fox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This segment of the show has more guests, more stories, and more buffoonery than Part 1. We start off with my update of how the Vinnie Vincent story helped put me in  print with a quote of mine being used in a local Nashville publication. I also delve into the recent developments of Vinnie's comments on his recent "settlement", a deeper look at what the charges really mean, and a look at the bizarre treatment of many of his fans. The messabe board drama is compelling due to the fact that one of Vinnie's biggest fans started up a message board last year after Vinnie locked everyone out. The fraternization and open conversation between fans has led Vinnie to lable this forum as a "Hate Group". We get the low-down from www.vvforums.com webmaster Vic Radacic about how both forums came to be and why they are butting heads now. Bravewords' Mitch Lafon checks in from Canada with his take on Vinnie Vincent. Mitch was one of the few that got to see Vinnie on KISS' Creatures of the Night tour and explains his dismay at finding out that Ace Frehley had left KISS just before seeing Vinnie hit the stage. Alexx Michael from Shameless also joins us for an in-depth discussion about his involvement with Vinnie's appearances during the 1996-97 European KISS Expo tour. Alexx has plenty of stories to share with us including the business transaction that went sour over a guitar in which he believed Vinnie was attempting to dupe him.  We also hear briefly about Vinnie's "almost" re-emergence in 2006 at Ed Roman's guitar shop in Las Vegas where it appeared that there was a deal in place for Roman to produce a line of Vinnie Vincent signature guitars and an upcoming appearance set for Vinnie to perform at the store. Suddenly, the advertising for the event vanished and nothing else was said on the subject. We hear briefly from Ed Roman to find out what happened. Wrapping things up, I explain my own personal feelings after 2 years of researching one of my guitar heroes and try to express what it's been like to fall in love with much of the music while at the same time hearing so many disheartening stories. I'm not shutting the door to a possibility of a Part 3.....but I definitely need a break! Hope you enjoy listening and rock on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think Hell has officially frozen over! This episode is a long time coming and I hope it will inform people that have always wondered "What the hell happened to Vinnie Vincent?" The show begins with a quick recap of how I had the seedling of an idea of finding out what happened to Vinnie Vincent and turning it into a writing project. What began as a quick idea that would make an interesting magazine article snowballed when I received so much information from so many angles that I began to entertain thoughts of turning the story into a book.......then, I got realistic. A book at this point in time about a recluse guitarist who's 15 minutes of fame ended in the 1980's just wasn't practical; no matter how much I loved his music, songwriting, and intriguing story. I launched the Decibel Geek podcast when I remembered how much fun it was to interview some of the people that I grew up listening to and artists of today that I dig. I had already conducted some interviews for the Vinnie Vincent project at the time and figured I could use some of those and add some new ones for a big episode on Vinnie. Little did I know at the time that Vinnie Vincent was about to be a public figure again in a big way; not one of his own choosing. From seemingly out of nowhere, Vinnie Vincent appeared on TMZ due to being arrested for a domestic violence episode with his wife. Within 24 hours his mug shot was all over the place; the first photo seen of him in almost 7 years! The 2 years that I've spent researching this troubled virtuoso's history has been uplifting at times (when discovering his music post-KISS) and depressing at others. This episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast seeks to give a glimpse into what some of Vinnie's peers over the years have experienced working with KISS' former Ankh Warrior and provides me with a chance to speak as a voice of the fans who are trying to navigate this strange situation. Joining me in part 1 of this Vinnie Vincent Special are former WASP, Steeler, & SIN bassist Rik Fox who shares with me his shock at, what he claims, was his song being ripped off by the Vinnie Vincent Invasion shortly after letting Vinnie and band mate Dana Strum listen to his demo and the icy reception he received when trying to settle the dispute. Also joining me is Keli Raven, a veteran Los Angeles musician that was breaking into the scene back in 1991 and worked with Vinnie Vincent on the still-unreleased Guitars from Hell album. Raven also was involved with some of the music for writing sessions for KISS' Revenge album and was witness to Gene Simmons & Vinnie Vincent's creative process. Unfortunately, Keli states that Vinnie continuously lived up to a bad reputation that he had built by that time. This episode is just the tip of the iceberg and will leave you wanting to hear more (we hope!). Part 1 of the Vinnie Vincent Special is your ticket to a behind the scenes look at one of the most intriguing rock personalities of the 1980's. Get ready for an audio Invasion! - Chris Czynszak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Piranah drummer and Jager afficianado Chris Higgins joins us for a Top 5 of epic proportions! This show features our takes on what we think are the best Rock Documentaries of all time! This list wasn't easily arranged as you'll hear when we list all of the "also-rans" that almost made the cut. There's plenty of stories, shots, laughs, and some more shots as well as some Piranah music for your listening enjoyment during the breaks. It's all a hazy memory now, but sit back and enjoy our takes on the best Rock Docs ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Radio personality Doogie Vance drops by to talk about Concert Memories. We discuss the good, the band, and most definitely the ugly. You'll hear quips and anecdotes on such artists as Metallica, Lenny Kravitz, The Exies (remember them?), KISS, Snoop Dogg and Parliament Funkadelic! It's a plethora of rock talk while taking an acid trip down memory lane! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dylan Kinney of Nashville Comedy Theater contributes his sarcastic wit to our discussion of such rock news topics as Van Halen's recording process, Sammy Hagar's new book, Loverboy, Tom Cruise, and our favorite covers of Rebeccah Black's Friday among other things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this first full-length episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast, host Chris Czynszak has an in-depth discussion with Bravewords.com Senior Writer Mitch Lafon. Topics of discussion range from Mitch's first interview at age 11 with Gene Simmons, his thoughts on the upcoming Poison/Motley Crue tour, what caused Bon Jovi to stop putting out quality material, and what it's like to be in merchandise hell at a Manowar concert. That's just the tip of the iceberg! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick introduction to the show giving the you an idea of what to expect from the show as well as background information on main host, Chris Czynszak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices