Laughing Monkey with Shawn Ratches

* **00:00** - Intro & Welcome

* **01:06** - Reputation, Character, and Creating Your Own Luck

* **05:16** - Artistic Curiosity & Avoiding Being Pigeonholed

* **07:06** - The New Anthrax Video & Fighting a Chair

* **10:00** - Collaborating with Director Don Argott

* **15:06** - Filming in the Swamps & On-Set Hazards

* **20:34** - Working with Bonnie "Prince" Billy

* **25:07** - Live Performance, Subtlety, and Ensemble Playing

* **30:37** - Taking a Break from Drumming & Finding the Spark Again

* **36:40** - Transitioning to Acting & Working with The Adams Family (*The Glorious Dead*)

* **46:00** - The "Victory Lap" Career Phase

* **48:03** - Studio Work & Reconnecting with Glenn Danzig

* **58:30** - Danzig's Advice: Solo Record & Directing Debut (*Jack Shack*)

* **1:02:18** - Following the Muse & Musical Tastes

* **1:04:00** - Outro & Wrapping Up

The first 7 minutes we ever spoke years 5 plus ago and the last 7 seven minutes we spoke recently ....... gonna miss you Angry my friend!

0:00 – Introduction & the Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome costume story

00:46 – George Miller’s film archives & doing stunts as Ironbar

03:48 – Wearing the Ironbar costume in everyday life

04:15 – True Stories piece: Choosing fatherhood & family over rock stardom

06:32 – Australian phone service issues & shark humor

07:40 – Remembering Robin Williams & his comedic genius

10:57 – The value of true friendship & Thomas Moore’s Care of the Soul

12:50 – Reflections on life, aging, and accepting change with grace

14:38 – Lighthearted closing thoughts & shark jokes

00:00 Intro and Catching Up

01:53 The Future of Rose Tattoo: Writing and Recording

03:43 Physical Media vs. Digital: Why Records Still Matter

04:19 Thrifting for Art: Oscar Wilde and the Renaissance

06:27 Perception and Art: Finding Detail in the Layers

11:34 Evolving Perspectives: Seeing the World with Different Eyes

14:14 All the World’s a Stage: Shakespeare and the Great Actors

19:46 Modern Society: Power Outages and Social Issues

21:05 Mad Max as Prophecy: Social Commentary in Film

23:01 Dystopian Cinema: A Clockwork Orange and Deprogramming

26:08 Classic Dystopia: Blade Runner and 12 Monkeys

27:56 Memory, Aging, and Life Reminders

29:10 Therapy, Future Shock, and Personal Reflection

31:56 The Tragic Story of Tom Duca and "Bound for Glory"

33:06 Final Year of the Band and Future Touring

34:25 A Tribute to the Genius of Robin Williams

39:22 The Value of Friendship and "Care of the Soul"

00:00 – 2026/2027 Tour Plans, Festivals & Retirement Discussion

03:00 – Changes in the Live Music Scene & Touring (Australia vs. US)

05:58 – Changing Crowds & Younger Generations at Rock Shows

08:26 – Road Stories: Far North Queensland Gigs & Routine

11:15 – Aging, Staying Grounded & Perspective Over Time

13:16 – Modern Media, General Knowledge & Politics

16:15 – Global Economy, Resources & Australian Mining

20:05 – Housing Challenges & Current Realities in Australia

22:55 – Broken Hill, the Outback & Mad Max Memories

26:33 – Alternative History, Nikola Tesla & Architecture

31:40 – Ancient Engineering, Mathematics & Pyramids

34:40 – Alvin Toffler’s Future Shock & Visionary Thinkers

36:45 – Neurodiversity, Autism & Eccentricity in History

43:10 – Famous Artists (Van Gogh, Monet) & the Genius/Struggle Dynamic

47:05 – Music as a Creative Sanctuary & Empathy in Art

51:25 – Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

Rock legend Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo joins Laughingmonkeymusic to talk about his powerful new single “Hard Road” and what fans can expect from the band’s upcoming 2026 tour. Known for his raw energy, unmistakable voice, and hard-hitting attitude, Angry reflects on his decades in rock and the drive that keeps him going strong today.

We also talk about how touring has changed, what it’s like to perform for generations of fans, and how new material like “Hard Road” keeps the fire alive. With 2026 shaping up to be a big year, Rose Tattoo’s return to the stage promises to be a celebration of pure, unfiltered rock ’n’ roll.

Angry’s honesty, humor, and passion for the music shine through as he talks about legacy, inspiration, and what still fuels him after all these years. This is a conversation every rock fan will want to catch.

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Website – rosetattoo.com.au

Facebook – Rose Tattoo Official

Instagram – @rosetattoobandofficial

00:00 – Intro & catching up with Angry Anderson

01:00 – Social changes, media, and control

04:00 – Reading 1984, technology, and modern society

07:20 – Energy, resources, and historical innovations

11:25 – Water rights and natural resources

16:30 – Power grids, smart meters, and utility control

20:00 – Mad Max, classic cinema, and changing culture

22:30 – Global infrastructure and media narratives

30:05 – Standing your ground & resisting modernization

32:20 – Analog books vs. digital reading as we age

35:30 – Classic literature, sailing romance, and the quest for freedom

38:00 – New single "Hard Road" & upcoming album details

39:15 – Stevie Wright, The Easy beats & Albert Productions history

42:30 – Covering "Black Eyed Bruiser" & the meaning of "Hard Road"

45:00 – Classic blues influences & honoring musical roots

48:00 – Stevie Wright’s influence on Bon Scott

49:15 – Angry’s unique vocal technique and longevity

51:25 – Sammy Hagar, Van Halen, and singing from the soul

54:05 – Classic outlaw country and raw authenticity

56:05 – Commercialization in country music and awards

1:03:45 – The future of Rose Tattoo: Farewell tours vs. studio recording

1:05:25 – Band members & individual side projects

1:06:35 – Setting the record straight on AC/DC & Rose Tattoo gigs

1:11:40 – Wrapping up & looking ahead

In my latest interview with Angry Anderson, the legendary front man of Rose Tattoo, we covered everything from the band’s upcoming farewell tour to his unfiltered thoughts on music, politics, and the state of the world. With Rose Tattoo preparing to retire from touring in 2026, marking their 50th anniversary, Angry opened up about what this milestone means for him and the band. He reflected on the group’s raw beginnings, their impact on rock ‘n’ roll, and how their music has stood the test of time.

As we discussed their new single, he shared his excitement about keeping the spirit of Rose Tattoo alive while acknowledging that this track might be one of the last the band releases. Even though touring will come to an end, he hinted that new music or special projects could still be on the horizon, ensuring that their rebellious sound lives on.

But this wasn’t just a conversation about music—Angry had plenty to say about the world today. True to his nature, he gave unfiltered opinions on politics, freedom of speech, and the changing landscape of society. He’s never been one to hold back, and this interview was no exception. Whether talking about the state of rock music, the importance of authenticity in today’s industry, or his views on global and local issues, he proved once again why he’s one of the most outspoken and respected voices in Australian rock.

This interview wasn’t just about the end of an era for Rose Tattoo—it was a deep dive into the mind of a rock ‘n’ roll outlaw who has lived through it all. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the band or just discovering their music, this conversation offers an honest, passionate, and powerful look at what it means to be a rocker, a survivor, and a truth-teller in today’s world.

00:00 – Introduction & Toast to Dusty Hill (ZZ Top)

03:08 – Putting the List Together & Early Influences (Odetta, Pete Seeger)

06:30 – Vanilla Fudge & Early American Jam Bands

10:15 – Humble Pie (Performance Rockin' the Fillmore) & Steve Marriott

13:38 – The Young Rascals (Time Peace) & Raw Production

17:23 – The Doors, Led Zeppelin, & Room to Breathe in Music

21:10 – Mountain & the Power of "Nantucket Sleighride"

27:00 – Pure Rock & Roll Energy of the 1967–1973 Era

29:30 – The Magic of Listening Parties & Custom Sound Systems

32:22 – Passing Down Classic Music to the Next Generation

34:08 – Angry's Kids, Freeform Art, & Liam's Songwriting

39:15 – Showing Liam a Vinyl Record & Radiogram for the First Time

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00:00 – Welcome & Catching Up

01:00 – Friendship with Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome co-star Paul Larsen (Master Blaster) & plumbing together

06:14 – Perceptions of height, stage presence, and remembering loved ones

12:43 – Reflecting on aging, mortality, and approaching Rose Tattoo’s 50th anniversary / end of the band

17:40 – Life after Rose Tattoo & future musical plans (Faces-inspired cover band, R&B, Otis Redding)

21:47 – Thoughts on the Elvis movie, Baz Luhrmann, gospel roots, and Elvis’s artistic arc

37:25 – Monsters of Rock Cruise (MORC) experiences & respect among musician peers

41:17 – Favorite songs, songwriting appreciation, and The Police

45:00 – Meeting Air Supply & mutual appreciation for pop music and songwriting

48:00 – Musical influences, BoDeans, and Hall & Oates

51:30 – Stepping away from music vs. returning to instruments

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00:00 – Intro & The Rolling Stones (Goats Head Soup, Exile on Main St.)

04:08 – Mick Taylor, Steve Marriott, Humble Pie & Peter Frampton

06:25 – Band chemistry & bringing new members into the mix

08:15 – Angry’s solo material, "Suddenly," and exploring vocal range

13:20 – The Jimi Hendrix Experience (Are You Experienced) & first hearing "Hey Joe"

19:00 – Hendrix's guitar dynamics ("The Wind Cries Mary" vs. "Foxy Lady")

20:00 – Pink Floyd, David Gilmour, and guitar tones

21:26 – Touring with Robin Trower, discussing Jeff Beck & Hendrix’s legacy

28:00 – Pink Floyd's evolution (The Dark Side of the Moon & Syd Barrett era)

31:27 – Steely Dan (Can't Buy a Thrill) & appreciating studio perfection

35:45 – Joe Cocker (Mad Dogs & Englishmen) & Leon Russell’s vision

40:00 – Van Morrison & the influence of Odetta

42:08 – Santana (Abraxas & Caravanserai) as musical therapy

44:06 – Deep Purple (Machine Head), Cream & witnessing Ritchie Blackmore live

45:30 – Mountain & Leslie West ("Nantucket Sleighride" story and impact)

51:10 – Vanilla Fudge, The Young Rascals & era-defining band names

54:00 – Blind Faith, Eric Clapton & the George Harrison / Pattie Boyd story

56:35 – Discussing The Beatles: Get Back documentary & band dynamics

1:04:20 – Revisiting Mountain and classic Beatles (Rubber Soul & Revolver)

1:06:50 – Future Rose Tattoo sound & staying true to blues roots

1:09:20 – Expanding the lineup with keyboards & wrap-up

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00:00 – Introduction & Catching Up

01:00 – Launching the Angry Anderson (AA) Band

02:45 – Origins of "Realise Legalise" & Lobby Loyde

07:05 – Advocacy for Medicinal Cannabis & Hemp

11:20 – Cannabis Access & Legalisation (Australia vs. US)

15:47 – Australian Federation & State Laws

17:15 – Breaking Down Cannabis Stigmas & Media Perspectives

20:25 – Collaborating with Palace of the King & The New Sound

23:25 – Re-recording Classic Mushroom Records Albums

26:10 – Medical Cannabis Case Stories & Final Thoughts

28:15 – Wrap-Up & Closing

Angry Anderson has rocked and entertained us all for decades as the unequivocal front man of Rose Tattoo. He has torn up world stages with the voice of a working man’s Rod Stewart and one of Australia’s most abiding rock icons! Also known for his generous charity work, journalism, a stint at public office and having received numerous Awards including ARIA Hall of Fame (2006), Advance Australia Award (1986), Australian A.M. (1993) and the Special Merit Advance Australia Award (1995), he is very well versed on a number of different levels!

Now, his new project the Angry Anderson Band releases a first recorded offering, ‘Realise Legalise’ on November 19. Before you start thinking ‘what the’ there is a strong positive message Angry wants to portray with this rock track!

With an eye towards the future and a product, we should all be supporting ‘Realise Legalise’ stands firmly on this terra firma.

“Brothers and Sisters, we are living in strange and therefore exciting times, as to this, there can be no doubt! Depression, anxiety, and the fear of the future go hand in hand with the promise of a better world that we can all play a part in creating.

We are constantly bombarded with talk of sustainability, conservation, preservation, and a growing acceptance of a dependency on renewables!

Renewables! Just what are renewables? I hear voices asking. Some would call them gifts from God. Some would quite rightly refer to them as gifts from nature, the creational process, the provider, they are, put simply, that which comes from the natural realm. From Mother Nature herself! They are Earth, Wind, Water, and Sunshine! Truly gifts, from the Divine!

It is with this spirit of embracing that which is natural to further the comfort and well-being of humanity and in the spirit of true debate that I want to play a small part in opening the

conversation around the utilization of one of Nature's gifts, the genus Cannabis.

Launching a new solo project/band, l was energized to revisit and then continue a personal journey, crusade if you like, that started many years ago.

ln recent years I have been inspired by personal relationships with people from all around our homeland as they struggled to gain access to medicinal cannabis to relieve their own suffering or that of a loved one, also I came across a book written by a doctor, Dr. Teresa Towpik, which I urge all interested to seek out and read, her book, 'Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis, An Easy Guide For Doctors and Patients', enlightened and educated me to the amazing contribution medicinal cannabis does and can make when medically provided.

There are many more worthwhile uses for genus cannabis in the manufacturing sector which would gift us with products that are sustainable and therefore renewable, prime example it could, I’m advised, revolutionize the manufacture of paper, cardboard and, building materials and even replace plastic.

Why then are we afraid to open honest debate into Cannabis? A gift from the past that can benefit our future.

l, for one, am not afraid.” - Angry Anderson.

‘Realise Legalise’ is available on your favorite digital platforms on November 19.

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* **00:00** – Intro and celebrating the 100th Episode milestone

* **01:03** – *Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome*: Memories of the Ironbar character and George Miller's warehouse museum

* **04:53** – The "most rock and roll moment": Choosing to clean houses to be a present father for his kids

* **09:12** – Living in Australia: Shark fears and the "Jaws” mindset

* **10:18** – The surfing dolphin story: From a nightmare swell to a "Disney movie” moment

* **18:40** – Motorcycle talk: The zen of riding a Harley and city traffic survival

* **24:35** – A father's grief: Honoring his son Liam's memory and musical legacy

* **29:55** – Picking up the guitar and piano: A journey of healing and finding joy in "cowboy chords”

* **37:35** – Falling in love with music again: From disco eras to the magic of vinyl

* **43:22** – AC/DC connections: Mark Evans’ encyclopedic guitar knowledge and the early days in Melbourne

* **51:40** – The reality of fighting: Lessons from amateur boxing and martial arts

* **55:15** – Maintaining the voice: Why "using it or losing it" is the key to his iconic rasp

* **58:00** – The 36-hour panic drive: Escaping the 2020 lockdowns in Europe

* **1:02:25** – Catching up with Angus Young: Why Sammy Hagar was once a hypothetical choice for AC/DC

* **1:05:00** – The Untold Story: Why Rose Tattoo never toured with AC/DC in the early days

* **1:08:40** – The "Albert Family": Memories of the legendary Albert Productions stable

* **1:10:45** – The Angry Anderson Band: Carrying the 70s "Faces" swagger into a new project

* **1:15:00** – Re-recording the classics: Capturing the live studio vibe and the story behind “Rosetta”

* **1:21:00** – The final studio sessions with Harry Vanda: A magical moment of time travel