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🎙️ The Candid Mic with Fran Strine – Episode: Jeff Scott Soto Unplugged 🎸

In this epic episode, Fran sits down with the powerhouse vocalist Jeff Scott Soto for an unfiltered deep dive into his legendary career. From his explosive early days with Yngwie Malmsteen, to fronting Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) across massive stages, to his bold solo ventures and the hard-hitting Ellefson/Soto project—Jeff shares the stories, struggles, and triumphs that shaped his incredible journey.

🔥 Highlights include:

• Life on the road and in the studio with Yngwie Malmsteen
• The intensity and spectacle of touring with TSO
• Building a solo career on his own terms
• Teaming up with David Ellefson for the Ellefson/Soto project
• Thoughts on the evolution of rock and metal, and what's next

Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his voice, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves real stories from the rock world.

🎧 Tune in, turn it up, and get candid with Jeff Scott Soto.

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In this exclusive, unfiltered conversation, we dive into:
 • How the Sun Don’t Shine lineup came together 🔥
• The emotional and logistical challenges behind a potential Type O Negative tribute show 💚🖤
• Wild truths about the late, great Peter Steele — including the bizarre but true story of how he reportedly grew two inches before his passing 🕯️🧬

We talk legacy, new beginnings, and the eternal shadow Type O still casts across the heavy music world.

If you’re a fan of doom, goth metal, or just love raw behind-the-scenes stories from rock icons — this is a must-listen.

🎧 Available now on all major platforms. Hit subscribe and never miss a deep dive.

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In this episode of The Candid Mic with Fran Strine, we sit down with the incomparable Jamie Roberts, founder of For The Win Media and one of the most respected voices in modern PR. From launching global campaigns to repping clients across music, tech, books, film, TV, and comic cons, Jamie brings decades of experience and insight into how the media landscape has evolved—and how to survive (and thrive) in it.

We dive deep into:
 💬 How artists, creators, and brands can cut through the noise in 2025
 📣 The do's and don'ts of media strategy in a post-algorithm world
 🎧 How Jamie helped shape the careers of artists like Nickelback, Machine Head, Coal Chamber, Tommy Lee, and The Motels
⚡ Why authenticity still matters—and why most PR misses the mark

If you're an artist, entrepreneur, or just media-curious, this is your backstage pass to what really works in today’s attention economy.

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After 8 years in the shadows, he's back—with fire in his voice and faith in his heart. 🔥⛓️
 In this raw, unfiltered episode of The Candid Mic with Fran Strine, Jonathan Lee opens up about walking away from a major label deal, his personal battles, and how faith and family resurrected his passion through Blood of Lions.

We dive deep into:
 🎤 The emotional toll of stepping away from the industry
 🛑 The breakdown of NOVUS FOLIUM
 ⛪ How faith played a key role in his comeback
 ⚡ Working with producer Cory Brunnemann & drummer Patrick Madsen
 🔥 The meaning behind Empires (Beauty In The Ashes) and Built For The Moment
💥 Why Blood of Lions hits harder than ever

This is more than music—this is resurrection.

🎧 Watch & listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more!

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 #BloodOfLions #JonathanLee #HardRockRevival #FaithAndFury #RockRedemption #ChristianRock #Metalcore2024 #FranStrinePodcast #TheCandidMic #BuiltForTheMoment #Empires #RockInterview #ComebackStory #VocalistSpotlight #MusicFaithHope #FromTheAshes #MusicIndustryTruth #RockWithPurpose #EmotionalRock #NewRockMusic

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🎙️ The Candid Mic with Fran Strine: Scott Alderman | Tattoo the Earth, Addiction, Identity & Raw Truths 🎧

In this unfiltered and deeply personal episode of The Candid Mic, I sit down with Scott Alderman, the visionary behind the legendary Tattoo The Earth Tour—a groundbreaking collision of heavy music and body ink that featured Slipknot, Slayer, Sevendust, Amen, and the world’s most elite tattoo artists. 🎸🩸🎤

But this convo goes way beyond the stage.

Scott opens up about his early battle with drug addiction and how he walked away from it cold turkey 💊❌, his powerful and heart-wrenching experience working in an AIDS hospice 🏥💔, and his personal journey as a Queer man in a hyper-masculine world. 🌈🧠

🔥 This is one of the rawest, most emotional interviews I’ve ever done. Nothing is off-limits. No filters. Just truth. If you're into music history, LGBTQ+ stories, mental health, and the chaos and courage behind the scenes of legendary tours — this is a must-watch.

👉 Subscribe, like, and share for more powerful conversations with the icons and unsung heroes of the music world.

🔗 Full interview LIVE now!

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🎸 NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! 🎸
Today’s guest is none other than Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery! 🤘

Clint and I go way back—over 30 years of friendship, wild stories, and unforgettable music moments. In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into his early days with Still Rain, his legendary run with Sevendust, the evolution of Dark New Day, and the raw truth behind his powerful solo work. 🎶

We also open up about his inspiring journey to sobriety, and how Clint played a major role in kickstarting my career in the music and film world. 🎥✨

Whether you're a die-hard Sevendust fan or just love behind-the-scenes stories from the road, you won't want to miss this one!

👉 Subscribe, like, and share to keep the good stuff coming!

#Sevendust #ClintLowery #StillRain #DarkNewDay #GuitaristLife #MusicPodcast #RockInterview #SobrietyJourney #SoloRecord #FranStrine #MusicDocumentary #BehindTheScenes #GuitarLegends #RockMusic 🎸🎤🎧

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT!
🔥 True Crime Fans, You Don't Want to Miss This One! 🔥

Today on The Candid Mic with Fran Strine, we're joined by powerhouse director 🎬 Greg Tillman, the visionary behind the harrowing Netflix documentary Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror 💥🇺🇸.

We take a deep dive into the intense process of crafting true crime docuseries that shake the world, including his work on the chilling hits:
🔪 Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer
🔥 Waco: American Apocalypse

Greg opens up about:
 ⚡ The emotional toll of telling these raw, real stories
 🛡️ Why he views the subjects in his films as unsung heroes
🎥 The behind-the-scenes grit it takes to make gripping documentaries for Netflix and beyond

Whether you're a true crime junkie, aspiring filmmaker, or just love raw, unfiltered conversations—you need to hear this.

👉 STREAM NOW and get inspired by one of the genre's most fearless creators.

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🎙️ New Episode of The Candid Mic with Fran Strine – featuring the insanely talented Phil Buckman!

From headlining stages with Filter and Fuel, to voicing the iconic Carl’s Jr. ads for years, Phil Buckman is a true multi-hyphenate artist. 🎸🎤🎧

In this exclusive conversation, we dive deep into Phil’s incredible journey — including his recent role on the HBO smash hit series The Pitt, his transition into professional photography, and his experiences in both the acting and music worlds. 📺📸🎶

Plus… I open up about my own past rift with Richard Patrick of Filter. It’s been a wild ride, but hey — water under the bridge now, and I’m glad to share that story with you all.

👉 Don’t miss this honest, funny, and inspiring episode with one of the most versatile creatives out there.

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT – The Candid Mic with Fran Strine 🎙️
🔥 Rock 'n' Roll fans, this one’s for YOU! 🔥

I sit down with 🎸 Rachel Bolan, founding member and bassist of the legendary hard rock band Skid Row, for a no-holds-barred conversation you can’t miss! 🤘

We dive deep into: ✅ The band’s ongoing search for a new lead singer 🎤
✅ Rachel’s badass soap line Dirty Rocker 🧼💀
✅ And we clear the air on those 🔥 wild rumors from Tracii Guns about Skid Row supposedly "leaving millions on the table" by not reuniting with Sebastian Bach 💰😱

Get the REAL story straight from the source. 💯

Whether you're a lifelong Skid Row fan or just love behind-the-scenes rock stories, this episode delivers big-time! 🎧

📺 Watch it now on YouTube
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts

👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive interviews with rock legends! 🎸🎤🔥

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🎙️ The Candid Mic with Fran Strine | Guest: Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper, Mötley Crüe, Hired Gun)

🔥 In this episode of The Candid Mic with Fran Strine, we sit down with Glen Sobel, legendary drummer for Alice Cooper, to talk all things rock, rhythm, and resilience. Glen opens up about:

✅ How he landed the Alice Cooper gig
✅ The story behind his jaw-dropping drum solo in Hired Gun
✅ His favorite drummers of all time
✅ What it was like filling in for Tommy Lee with Mötley Crüe
✅ Life on the road, studio sessions, and unforgettable tour moments

If you're a fan of hard rock, heavy metal, and behind-the-scenes music industry stories, this episode is a must-watch!

👊 Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Fran Strine (Hired Gun, Message in a Bottle), The Candid Mic delivers raw, fun, and unexpected conversations with iconic musicians, actors, athletes, and industry powerhouses.