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This is a HUGE one, I’m joined by Mick Sweda, guitarist of King Kobra and BulletBoys, and one of the key players from the 80s rock scene! 🤘🏼

We go deep into Mick’s early journey into music, how he met Carmine Appice and joined King Kobra, and everything leading into their debut album Ready to Strike.

We talk about the making of that album, the writing, the studio stories, and what it was really like being part of a band that was set up to break big in the mid 80s.

We also dive into touring in that era, playing shows alongside bands like KISS and Iron Maiden, life on the road, crazy moments from those early tours, and what the Sunset Strip scene was really like behind the scenes.

On top of that, we get into the BulletBoys era, those early records, the rise of the band, and Mick’s honest thoughts looking back on it all.

Huge thank you to Mick Sweda for coming on the show, absolute legend and an honour to have you on! 🤘🏼

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In this episode, I’m joined by Lorraine Lewis, legendary frontwoman of Femme Fatale and one of the most iconic voices of the 80s rock scene.

We dive into Lorraine’s incredible journey in rock, her time with Femme Fatale, stories from the Sunset Strip era, touring in the 80s, and some amazing memories from those early days of the band.

We also talk about Lorraine’s upcoming Australian tour, her recent music and singles, what’s next for her and Femme Fatale, fan questions, and so much more in this really fun and jam-packed interview.

Huge thanks to Lorraine Lewis for coming on the show; it was awesome having her on and hearing all the great stories.

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On this episode of 80s_Metal_Headz, I’m joined by legendary bassist Matt Bissonette, known for his work with David Lee Roth, Elton John, Ringo Starr, Joe Satriani, Jason Becker and many more.

We deep dive into:

🔥 His time touring with David Lee Roth.
🔥 The making of the 1991 DLR album.
🔥 What it was really like working with David Lee Roth.
🔥 Playing alongside guitar prodigy Jason Becker.
🔥 Stories from the 80s touring scene.
🔥 His first major shows and early career moments.
🔥 Life on the road and behind the scenes stories.

🔥 And much more!

This was an absolute blast of a conversation, and we’re definitely doing a Part 2.

Huge thank you to Matt for coming on the show and sharing these stories.

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In this episode, I sit down with Steve Brown, guitarist and founding member of Trixter.

We talk about Steve’s early beginnings in music, forming Trixter at a young age, the band’s rise during the late ’80s and early ’90s, touring stories, recording experiences, and the realities of life on the road. Steve also shares stories from stepping in with Def Leppard and reflects on his journey through more than four decades in rock and much more!

We also discuss Trixter’s upcoming Australian tour and what fans can expect from the live shows.

Thanks to Steve for coming on the show.
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My new interview with P.J. Farley, bassist and vocalist of Trixter, is out now.

In this episode, we talk about Trixter’s early rise in the late ’80s and early ’90s, stories from the Blood, Sweat & Beers tour, and touring alongside bands like Poison and Scorpions. PJ also shares some great behind the scenes memories from that time, his personal journey through the years, and answers fan questions at the end.

We also dive into Trixter’s first, ever Australian tour, what it means to finally bring the band to Australia, what fans can expect from the live shows, and touring in general.

Huge thanks to PJ for coming on the show.

If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to follow the podcast for more interviews coming soon.

This episode features my interview with Wednesday 13, talking about his upcoming Australian tour, his first run with Kim Dracula, his influences, his favourite Australian bands, and stories from his time in Wednesday 13, Murderdolls, and more.

It was a great conversation and a lot of fun to record.
Huge thank you to Wednesday 13 for taking the time to chat.

If you’re in Australia or anywhere else, make sure to catch a show on the tour, it’s going to be big.
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More interviews coming soon.
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Welcome to Episode 1 of the brand new 20 Questions series on 80s Metalheads Interviews. To kick things off, I sat down with Billy Rowe from Jetboy and Buckcherry for a 20 question fan driven conversation, packed with great stories from his time in Jetboy, life on the road with Buckcherry, guitar talk, and his work building instruments with Rock N Roll Relics.

This was a fun one to record and a great start to the series. Thank you to Billy for joining me and answering questions from the fans and myself. I hope you enjoy this first episode as much as I did.

Let me know who you want to see in the next 20 Questions, more coming very soon. And make sure to follow Billy and check out Rock N Roll Relics to support what he’s doing.

Follow, rate, and share to help the show grow. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of 80s_Metal Headz _nterviews, I sit down for an in depth two hour conversation with the legendary Paul Shortino  the powerhouse voice of Rough Cutt, Quiet Riot, and King Kobra.

We talk about his time in each band, recording the albums that defined those eras, stories from the road, artists he’s played with and met, and so much more. Paul also shares personal reflections from a career that spans decades, from the Sunset Strip to Vegas stages like Raiding the Rock Vault.

This is an honest and unforgettable deep dive into the life and music of one of rock’s great vocalists.

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In this episode, I sit down with Eric Brittingham, bassist and founding member of Cinderella, for a powerful and personal conversation — all supporting the Rock for Hope charity.

We talk about:
🎤 How Eric met Tom Keifer and formed Cinderella
🎶 The early days and rise of the band
🕊️ The legendary Moscow Peace Festival
💬 Eric’s own story — from humble beginnings to rock stardom
💥 And the incredible cause behind this episode: Rock for Hope — where Eric is raffling off his plaques to raise money for those in needAs a huge Cinderella fan myself, this was a special interview. It’s got stories, laughs, deep reflections — and a whole lot of heart.

And much more!

📢 Rock for Hope Raffle
🎟️ You can enter the raffle to win Eric’s plaques — all proceeds go to charity.
🔗 Link in bio and show notes.

📍 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube

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And don’t forget to follow Eric Brittingham, Cinderella, and Rock for Hope (links below!)

Thank you, Eric, for being part of this and supporting such an important cause.

Raffle: https://go.rallyup.com/rock-for-hope-triple-platinum-record/Campaign/Details

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In this episode, I sit down with Jerry Dixon, bassist of the legendary Warrant, for a raw and real conversation about the wild ride that was the LA glam metal scene.

We dive deep into:
• The early club days and the rise of Warrant
• Writing and recording songs that defined a generation
• Touring with Mötley Crüe and living life on the road
• Stories about the late, great Jani Lane
• Jerry’s journey through the highs and lows of rock 'n' roll
• Reflections on the Sunset Strip, staying grounded, and what keeps him going

This was one of the first interviews I ever did, recorded about a year and a half ago, when I was just starting. The audio isn't perfect, and I was still finding my voice, but it’s crazy to look back and see how far I’ve come. I’m proud to finally share this full conversation with one of hard rock’s most underrated legends.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube
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Thanks for being part of the ride. More killer episodes coming soon.