Talk Louder

Marty Friedman

From his early beginnings in Deuce, Hawaii and Cacophony to worldwide acclaim with Megadeth and a celebrated solo career, Marty Friedman has established himself as an undisputed, world-class guitar virtuoso. He joins us to discuss latest album, “Drama,” his upcoming autobiography, “Dreaming Japanese,” (don’t believe all you’ve read about Megadeth) and his respect for techno thrash-metal pioneers, Watchtower. He also reveals a love for the Ramones and tells us why his Ozzy audition was much better-suited to Zakk Wylde.

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Mark Tornillo

Returning for a second time to the Talk Louder Podcast, Accept vocalist Mark Tornillo checks in from the road while touring with KK’s Priest on the aptly titled Full Metal Assault Tour. Join us as we discuss Accept’s latest album, “Humanoid,” the infamous 1984 Judas Priest gig at Madison Square Garden (Mark was there, but had nothing to do with it, Your Honor), his favorite Accept deep cut and why a rolled-up towel is his secret weapon.

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Neil Zlozower

He was the trusted, inner-circle photographer friend

who captured iconic shots of Van Halen, Motley Crue, Guns N’ Roses and

countless others on their wild rides to fame. Legendary photographer

Neil Zlozower joins us for a rollercoaster ride through his colorful

history, including early photos of KISS, Aerosmith and Rush, the heyday

of Hollywood’s glam-metal scene, an awkward meeting with Tom Waits and

how his unfiltered, high-energy approach always brings out the rock-star

attitude.

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Ron Keel

It’s Ron Keel’s world and we’re just living in it. From Steeler, Keel and Black Sabbath to southern rock and country, Ron Keel captures the many sounds of his career on new album, “KEELWORLD.” He joins us to discuss the new album, past history, working with Gene Simmons, his short-lived (but contractually ongoing?) Black Sabbath gig and the irresistible qualities of “’80s cheese.” Oh, there’s also an early Pantera connection. Saddle up! It’s a fun ride.

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Michael Sweet

On the eve of releasing new album, “When We Were Kings,” Stryper frontman Michael Sweet joins us to discuss his vocal technique (thanks, Rob Halford!), the decadent days of Roxx Regime, that time Stryper was billed with Slayer and touring as a co-lead vocalist and guitarist for rock legends, Boston.

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Johnny Goudie

His alternative, pop-rock band, Goudie, was signed by Metallica drummer

Lars Ulrich who was impressed enough to release the album “Peep Show” in

2000. Besides his namesake band, Johnny Goudie has also made a name for

himself with the Austin-based bands, Mr. Rocket Baby and Skyrocket,

among others. Since 2011, he’s hosted the “How Did I Get Here?” podcast,

which is a question worth asking considering his Lars connection and

work with members of the Go-Go’s, Fastball, the BoDeans and others. He

joins us to discuss all this and more.

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Bad Marriage

Bad Marriage guitarist Mike Fitz and newcomer Tommy Skeoch (ex-Tesla) join us discuss the band’s new chemistry, past history, an upcoming tour with Vandenberg, how a metal detector inspired a new song and that time Eddie Money kicked open their dressing room door to praise the band’s name in his best (unintentional) Rodney Dangerfield voice.

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Rick Ventura

Featured on Riot’s seminal hard rock/heavy metal albums, “Fire Down Under” and “Restless Breed,” guitarist Rick Ventura was poised for stardom on the strength of high-profile tours with Rush, Black Sabbath, Sammy Hagar and Rainbow. He also had the immense respect of his peers (Hello, Lars Ulrich!). So, what happened? Sharpen your swords and pour some tequila as we dig into Rick’s storied past, his new music with Riot Act, the story behind Riot’s oft-maligned album covers and the heartfelt humility of leaving his mark.

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Logan Olivero

Central Texas may seem like an unlikely spawning ground for a symphonic black metal band, but long-running Vesperian Sorrow is turning the tide. Singer Logan Olivero joins us to discuss latest album, “Awaken the Greylight,” his wide-ranging vocal influences, his proud affiliation with “the worst band in the world” (Complete, look ‘em up!) and the time his Texas hospitality “backfired” on Polish metal band, Vader.

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Mr. Lifto

Using pierced body parts to lift heavy objects is a huge “no thanks!” for most people -- but Mr. Lifto isn’t most people! He joins us to discuss (disgust?) touring with Lollapalooza as part of the Jim Rose Circus; shenanigans with Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Ministry and others; the “Circus of the Scars” documentary; shocking the talk show circuit; painful injuries; “bile beer;” and the time David Bowie made him wet his pants.

Created and Produced by Jared Tuten