Talk Louder

Alex Skolnick

Best known as the lead guitarist for thrash-metal titans, Testament, Alex Skolnick is also an accomplished jazz player. He joins us to discuss the Alex Sknolnick Trio’s recently released sixth album, “Prove You’re Not a Robot,” as well as Testament’s latest thrash platter, “Para Bellum.” And, yes, we had to ask about that one gig with Ozzy. 

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Kelly LeMieux

He’s been Buckcherry’s bassist for the past 12 years, but Kelly LeMieux has also played with Dave Mustaine, FEAR, Paul Gilbert, Goldfinger, the Electric Love Hogs and one of Joey Ramone’s favorite bands, 22 Jacks. He joins us for a rapid-fire, wide-ranging -- and totally fun -- discussion about his bass heroes, desert-island albums, Hanoi Rocks, Talas, a (kinda) close encounter with Iron Maiden's Steve Harris, joining Buckcherry and so much more. Grab some coffee and try to keep up. You won’t want to miss a word!

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Tim Durling

Canadian author Tim Durling has written nerd-level books offering insight and analysis on albums by Y&T, Night Ranger, Sammy Hagar and Kansas. He also writes with authority on the subject of collecting 8-track tapes. Naturally, our discussion was as geeky as it gets.

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Ace Frehley tribute

As lead guitarist for rock-n-roll superheroes KISS, Ace Frehley left a legacy as vast as outer space. With his recent passing at age 74, we pay tribute to the out-of-this-world guitar star and the immortal music that captivated and corrupted generations of fans.

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Eddie Spaghetti

He’s the leader of the self-proclaimed “greatest rock’n’roll band in the world” (and who are we to argue?). Eddie Spaghetti joins us to discuss the Supersuckers latest album, “Liquor, Women, Drugs & Killing,” the secret sauce of simplicity and the all-important ingredients of his perfectly silly stage name.

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Watchtower: The Texas Trek

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Watchtower’s landmark prog-thrash metal album, “Energetic Disassembly,” our own Jason McMaster recently led the band on a string of dates across the home turf of Texas. We recap the mini tour to discuss highlights, an upcoming documentary and possible future plans.

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Dorothea Taylor

At 75 years young, Dorothea Taylor is affectionately known as “The Godmother of Drumming.” She joins us to discuss her booming social media presence, her recent role in “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues,” her late-night TV appearances, the importance of Led Zeppelin, Cream, Iron Butterfly and Karen Carpenter, and why she can’t imagine trading her drum sticks for knitting needles.

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David Roach tribute Pt. II

with Tim Mosher & Todd Muscat

Junkyard guitarist Tim Mosher and bassist Todd Muscat join us to share stories about their late, great singer, David Roach, who passed away Aug. 2, 2025. We ask about the status of any unreleased music and hear about David’s approach to lyrics, why the “High Water” album was such a point of pride and how he was genuinely unaffected by all the hoopla that comes with being a rock’n’roll frontman.

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David Roach tribute with Chris Gates & Patrick Muzingo

Original Junkyard guitarist Chris Gates and drummer Patrick Muzingo join us to remember their late, great singer, David Roach, who passed away Aug. 1, 2025. We hear about hanging with Lynyrd Skynyrd, George Harrison, the lyrical inspiration behind “Hands Off” and why David was the perfect singer for Junkyard’s brand of streetwise rock.

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Nashville Pussy

Yee-haw!!! It’s always a hoot hanging out with Nashville Pussy. Timely, too, if you’ve heard the recent Michael Monroe/Buckcherry tour news. Big thanks to whiskey-gargling guitarist/singer Blaine Cartwright and she-devil guitarist Ruyter Suys for joining us on short notice to discuss the upcoming tour, new music, Michael Monroe, Buckcherry, the Toilet Boys, Pure Rubbish, couch surfing, onstage mishaps and hair care secrets to die for (or not).

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