Talking Metal

Talking Metal

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One of the longest running podcasts. We talk about hard rock and metal. Hosted and produced by Mark Strigl. Guests have included members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Slayer, Exodus, System Of A Down, Motorhead, Kiss, Megadeth, Korn and many more. Established in 2005 by Mark Strigl and John "Ostronomy" Ostrosky. Please visit MarkStrigl.net for more info. Bonus content by Mark Strigl is available on Patreon.


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3m
Sep 01, 2022
Talking Metal Fades To Black? - Goodbye!

Mark says goodbye to the podcast version of Talking Metal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14m
Jan 11, 2022
TM 955 Megadeth Peace Sells

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl is joined by some of the Patreon supporters to discuss the album 1986 album PEACE SELLS... BUT WHO'S BUYING? by Megadeth. For more on Mark visit MarkStrigl.net http://MarkStrigl.net See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

46m
Nov 30, 2021
TM 954 Adam Wakeman From Ozzy's Band & Mark Stein From Vanilla Fudge

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with Adam Wakeman (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath, Jazz Sabbath, Jethro Tull, HeadSpace, Rick's son) and Mark Stein (Vanilla Fudge). Topics in the interview with Adam include his killer new album called A Handful of Memories https://music.apple.com/us/album/a-handful-of-memories/1578982990, working outside of music, home restoration, carpentry, Jazz Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne's 2010 album Scream, Gus G, Kevin Churko, his recent bout of COVID-19, Damain Wilson, Rick Wakeman, Cat Stevens and much more. The second interview is with Mark Stein who is the keyboardist and vocalist of Vanilla Fudge. Websites of interest: www.adamwakeman.co.uk http://www.adamwakeman.co.uk www.mark-stein.com http://www.mark-stein.com www.vanillafudge.com http://www.vanillafudge.com Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #OzzyOsbourne #VanillaFudge #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 3m
Nov 17, 2021
TM 953 "Metal" Mike Chlasciak (Halford and Bach)

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with his long time friend "METAL" MIKE CHLASCIAK. Topics include his upcoming show on Nov 27 at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ, drummer Ron Lipnicki, Rob Halford, Mike Davis, Marc Lopes, Sebastian Bach, Judas Priest, the Resurrection album by Halford, his Metal Heroes camp, and much more. Check out Metal Heroes online here: www.metalheroesacademy.com http://www.metalheroesacademy.com Visit MetalMike.net https://metalmike.net for more info on Metal Mike. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #Halford #JudasPriest #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23m
Nov 11, 2021
TM 952 Bassist Rev Jones

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with Rev Jones. Topics include Jack Frost, Leslie West, Michael Schenker , James Kottak, Athena Lee, George Lynch, George Thorogood, Rowan Robertson, REV'S NEW ALBUM IN THE KEY OF Z https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-the-key-of-z/1585096171 and much more. For more on Rev Jones check out his website: RevJones.com https://www.revjones.com Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #MichaelSchenker #GergeLynch #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18m
Nov 09, 2021
TM 951 Drummer Chuck Burgi Pt 2

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl talks with Billy Joel's drummer Chuck Burgi. Chuck has played with Hall & Oats, Bon Jovi, Tokyo Motor Fist, Steve Brown, Rainbow, Blue Öyster Cult, Bob Kulick and many more. Part 1 of Mark talking with Chuck can be found here on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/tm-812-chuck-burgi/id78833595?i=1000438935438 The video and musical tribute to Bob Kulick, can be found here on Bruce Kulick's YT page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3ys8Zhw-bU It features Peppy Castro (Lead Vocals and guitar), Doug Katsaros (Keyboards and vocals), Chuck Burgi: (Drums) and Bruce Kulick (Lead Guitar). Mixed by Tony Bongiovi and the staff at The Power Station studios in Pompano FL. The video was edited by Doug Katsaros. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #BillyJoel #BonJovi #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl #BOC See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26m
Nov 08, 2021
TM 950 Phil Lewis of L.A. Guns

On this episode of Talking Metal, Phil Lewis of L.A.Guns talks with Mark Strigl about the new album Checkered Past, tour dates, the band's setlist, playing in NYC in 2019, his former job at Fx as an audio engineer, the Man in the Moon album, Don Arden, Ozzy Osbourne, the band Girl and more. A new studio album by L.A. Guns, "Checkered Past" is coming on November 12, 2021 via Frontiers Music srl https://www.facebook.com/frontiersmusicsrl/?__cft__[0]=AZVKTFxEAsPBcKFAHYqg020_0WxRsphjMf7f3qvNZ2415mTwuVzAeqO5d2BzbaEk8403mefdLACDo6Od1slI0o2T3Z9CEFTfNPzZAJ66cAsxwiX0Fs_Zr837X1CnRK9oUlNnBm6MoKMD0-qrmn5kE7Qg&__tn__=kK-R! Get your first taste of the album with the release of the single 'Knock Me Down'. Listen HERE: https://youtu.be/ZH8RSCh8Z-U https://youtu.be/ZH8RSCh8Z-U?fbclid=IwAR1A9NzhaBbmMVW06uaHgKtgrHI5HvksmEqdGOm8TArgaeRey4NWowegABI or on your preferred streaming service. Pre-order/save "Checkered Past" on CD/Color Vinyl/Digital HERE: https://orcd.co/checkeredpast https://orcd.co/checkeredpast?fbclid=IwAR1MsdDPnUO2HGJhLSax3GbwkBh-erhsNIuzWLM8puSkUuuHplo4QhYXf2E Check out L.A. Guns on Facebook here. https://www.facebook.com/L.A.GunsOfficial Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #DonArden #OzzyOsbourne #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl #LAGuns See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

36m
Oct 29, 2021
TM 949 Johanna of Lucifer & Udo Dirkschneider

On this episode, we have two new interviews. Udo Dirkschneider of U.D.O./formerly of Accept and Johanna Sadonis of Lucifer. Topics with Udo include the new Game Over album by U.D.O., the socially conscious theme he has been covering in his songs, how the floods in Germany affected his son Sven and his family, the recent gigs he has played and much more. The interview with Johanna starts 29 mins into the episode. Topics include the music video for the song Crucifix (I Burn For You), the new Lucifer album, 2 Minutes to Late Night, the Kiss Kruise, Philip Shouse, and much more. Follow Emily Strigl on IG https://www.instagram.com/space.pony/?hl=en Follow Emily on Twitter: @emilystrigl http://www.twitter.com/emilystrigl For the Latest ON U.D.O. check out their website here. https://www.udo-online.de/news-98.html Listen to new U.D.O. music on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/game-over/1566507957 Follow Lucifer on Twitter: @LuciferTheBand https://twitter.com/LuciferTheBand?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Follow Johanna on IG. https://www.instagram.com/johannasadonis/?hl=en Check out the music video for Crucifix (I Burn For You) by Lucifer on YT. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZRyuciuKtE&t=6s Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #UDO #KissKruise #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl #LuciferBand See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

41m
Oct 19, 2021
TM 948 Doug "dUg" Pinnick

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with Doug Pinnick. Topics include the new dUg Pinnick solo album JOY BOMB which can be heard on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/joy-bomb/1585902521 George Lynch, KXM, Ray Luzier, Grinder Blues, the new and forthcoming King's X album, Billy Cox, Jimi Hendrix and more. This episode also includes a conversation on Ride the Lightning by Metallica. Big thanks to ANTHONY MACKEY, ED FERGUSON, and JOHAN EDERSTRÖM for joining me. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #JimiHendrix #KingsX #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #Strigl See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 7m
Oct 10, 2021
TM 947 Vince Martell of Vanilla Fudge

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with guitarist Vince Martell of Vanilla Fudge. Topics include Mick Mars, Tim Bogart, his book Psychedelic Solo, Mark Stein, Carmine Appice, jamming with Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Kramer, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, the Ed Sullivan Show, upcoming tour dates and much more. Check out the song "Stop In the Name Of Love" by Vanilla Fudge on Spotify, Apple Music and here: https://www.vanillafudge.com Check out Vinnie's book on his website: VinceMartell.com http://vincemartell.com Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #JimiHendrix #VanillafUDGE #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #LedZeppelin See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

34m
Oct 05, 2021
TM 946 What Is Happening With Paul Di'Anno?

Mark Strigl talks about Paul Di'Anno, the former singer of Iron Maiden and other stuff. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #IronMaiden #Kiss #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #JudasPriest #GeneSimmons #DavidLeeRoth See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23m
Sep 29, 2021
TM 945 Kiss Manager Doc McGhee

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with legendary rock manager Doc McGhee. Topics include the new scripted Netflix Kiss movie, Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, touring during COVID, the Kiss A&E Biography documentary, Bon Jovi, his history, The MOSCOW Music PEACE FESTIVAL, Mikhail Sergeyevich GORBACHEV, the final Kiss show, and more Kiss concerts in the second half of 2022. For more info on Kiss follow them on Twitter: @KISSOnline https://twitter.com/KISSOnline Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #DocMcGhee #Kiss @EndOfTheRoad #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #PaulStanley #GeneSimmons See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

33m
Sep 22, 2021
TM 944 Zakk Wylde

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl and John "Ostronomy" Ostrosky speak with guitarist, vocalist, songwriter Zakk Wylde of Black Label Society and the Ozzy Osbourne band. Interview topics include the new BLS album ., songwriting, Dario Lorina, BLS tour dates during the times of COVID-19, the album, writing songs for the album with Lemmy and Ozzy, Randy Castillo, his thoughts on including songs from the Ordinary Man album in the 2022 Ozzy setlist, the song Till the End, Bumbefoot, New Jersey and much more. This interview with Zakk was recorded at 5:15pm EST SEPTEMBER 14, 2021. Follow Zakk on Twitter: @ZakkWyldeBLS https://twitter.com/ZakkWyldeBLS BLACK LABEL SOCIETY have announced their 11th studio album, out NOVEMBER 26 via ENTERTAINMENT ONE (EONE). The album will be available digitally on CD and vinyl plus a deluxe edition that includes vinyl, CD longbox, cassette and more, PRE-ORDER NOW https://thesyn.disco.ac/campaign_redir?campaign_id=38540&session_recipient_id=12531036&url=NB2HI4DTHIXS6YTMONSG633NMNZGK53JNZRS4Y3PNUQA%3D%3D%3D%3D. Today, the band released their first single, “SET YOU FREE” – check out the absurdly ridiculous video for the first single, HERE https://thesyn.disco.ac/campaign_redir?campaign_id=38540&session_recipient_id=12531036&url=NB2HI4DTHIXS66LPOV2HKLTCMUXWYNBXIF2DO53SNB4US%3D%3D%3D.  The 12-track album is both a tribute to the band’s “first to bleed, last to leave'' road crew and a salute to the legion whose support, stretching back to 1998, rivals that of the KISS Army. The stomping, heavy, bluesy, recklessly unhinged hard-rock-metal quartet are part invading horde, and part traveling carnival – summoning caffeine-fueled cacophony on records and the stage. Check out John on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/john.ostronomy Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #ZakkWylde #OzzyOsbourne @Metallica #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

37m
Sep 15, 2021
TM 943

Mark Strigl speaks. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #IronMaiden #OzzyOsbourne @Metallica #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22m
Sep 08, 2021
TM 942 Somewhere In Time by Iron Maiden Discussion

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl and his supporters talk about the album Somewhere In Time by Iron Maiden. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #IronMaiden #PaulStanley #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 3m
Sep 01, 2021
TM 941

Mark talks. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #DreamTheater #Tesla #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #GeorgeLynch #JudasPriest See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26m
Aug 25, 2021
TM 940 Tommy Krash of Leviathan Project and Tom Wallace of Guild of Others

On this episode, Mark Strigl speaks with Tommy Krash formerly of Britny Fox, He is currently working with Tim Ripper Owens in the Leviathan Project. https://www.leviathanprojectband.com He also has a new project called Infinity Rain which can be heard of Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/skyways-ep/1578774247 The second interview is with Tom Wallace of the project Guild of Others which also features Derek Sherinian, Steve Potts, Tony Fraklin, Craig Goldy, and others. Check out Guild of Others on SoundCloud. https://soundcloud.com/user-277809523/sets/guild-of-others/s-m9J72MaDrRu Guild of Others on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Guild-of-Others-105834661701985 Guild Of Other Bio: "Guild of Others accomplish the near impossible, and that is making progressive metal that is accessible," proclaims venerated rock author/critic Martin Popoff. High praise from someone steeped in musical knowledge and history. He continued, "This sounds like thinking man's stadium rock. In a plethora of old and new school styles, these hooky compositions keep the proceedings earthy and built for the stage." He went on to place Guild of Others' debut among some of the rock world's most legendary and successful acts. "It's songs very much like this that resulted in early notoriety for Rush and even Styx for that matter. There's no reason why Guild of Others can't serve large pockets of fans... who believe in those same ideals toward both heaviness and craftsmanship." Wow! Quite an endorsement. Begun by Tom Wallace (drums) and Steve Potts (guitar), Guild of Others is a collection of musicians from various bands and backgrounds. As songs between the two began taking shape, questions of whom else to bring into the fold arose. Considering the style of music the two were creating, the keyboardist most desired was easy. Derek Sherinian (Sons of Apollo, Dream Theater, BCC, etc...) was top of the list. Upon hearing the demos, Derek's response was perfect. He described the music as, "Aggressive and adventurous. Without being too proggy." He liked it and would add his talents.  Among the material were two songs Steve and Tom both felt needed fretless bass. For that, they reached out to well-known bassist, Tony Franklin. (The Firm, Blue Murder, etc...) Steve and Tom were floored by Tony's playing. His style and tone offered everything needed to complete the bottom end. His counter melodies and bass fills were superb. The guys requested he record the six remaining songs and he obliged. For vocals, local singer Mark Hammond was tapped for six of the songs. Michael Sadler (Saga) and Henrik Bath (Dark Water) lend their talents for the remaining two. The three vocalists offer three unique sounds and styles. All of which work perfectly for the material.  In addition to the musicians already mentioned, guitar shredder Craig Goldy (Dio, Resurrection Kings) offers a blistering solo on "Veil of Insanity". As an added treat, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Michael Bruce (Alice Cooper) and wife Lynette contribute the doting parents' voice-over for "Memento". The "Others" part of Guild of Others suggests future recordings will always involve other musicians. Tom and Steve are the driving force behind Guild of Others. They will remain. While always appreciating those who have participated in this debut effort and welcoming their return, there is already material for a second album. with hopes of bringing in new names and making new friends.  ____________________ Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #DreamTheater #Tesla #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #BritnyFox #JudasPriest See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

30m
Aug 18, 2021
TM 938 Jack Frost & Did Frank Hannon of Tesla Really Get The Vax?

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks to guitarist Jack Frost. This chat starts 32 mins into the podcast. Topics include Brothers In Arms, Andrew Freeman, Keith St. John, Paul Shortino, Seven Witches, Aldo Nova, Joey Vera and much more. Pre-order the Brothers In Arms album here. https://www.dekoentertainment.com/brothers-in-arms Also in this episode, Emily and Mark talk about COVID-19, Frank Hannon of Tesla, Sven Dirkschneider, Van Halen, Iron Maiden, and much more. Help Sven Dirkschneider here. https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8BEwOjUyVA Follow Emily on IG: @space.pony https://www.instagram.com/space.pony/?hl=en Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #Dirkschneider #Tesla #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #COVID19 #IronMaiden See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

52m
Aug 10, 2021
TM 937 George Lynch

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with legendary guitarist George Lynch who is known for his work with Dokken and Lynch Mob. Topics include his new instrumental album (out 8/20/21), Tom Morello, guitar gear, Eddie Van Halen, the Starwood club, The Whisky a Go-Go, his new band, Michael Devin, touring during Covid-19, the Delta variant, masks, vaccination proof, and more. Listen to Seamless by George Lynch on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/seamless/1576684192 Follow George on IG: @georgelynchofficial https://www.instagram.com/georgelynchofficial/?hl=en BUY THE NEW GEORGE LYNCH ALBUM HERE. https://ratpakrecordsamerica.com/artists Also during this episode, Mark talks about Black Sabbath and his recent Twitter polls. Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #Dokken #LynchMob #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #COVID19 #VanHalen See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

43m
Aug 05, 2021
TM 936 Dee Snider & Jason McMaster

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with Dee Snider (Twisted Sister) and Jason McMaster (Dangerous Toys, Watchtower, Cassius King) At the top of the show, Mark shares his feelings on the new HBO documentary Woodstock 99 https://www.hbo.com/music-box/woodstock-99-peace-love-and-rage. The first interview is with the one and only Dee Snider! Topics include his new album   https://music.apple.com/us/album/leave-a-scar/1565854666 his band, the song I Gotta Rock (Again), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RJrr2bVMTU Twisted Sister, if it is too soon for concerts to return due to COVID, George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher, the song the Leader of the Pack, Clive Burr, Iron Maiden, his current movie and TV work, his live stream this Thursday and more. Get tickets for Dee's Thursday live stream here: metaldepartment.tv https://www.metaldepartment.tv Listen to Leave A Scar here. https://smarturl.it/LeaveAScar The interview with Jason starts at the 38-minute mark. Topics include his podcast which can be heard here https://jasonmcmaster.net/podcast/, Alan Tecchio, Dan Lorenzo, Lipnicki, Schulman, Cassius King, Gahdzilla Motor Company, Ignitor, Howling Sycamore, Dangerous Toys, M3, Dirty Looks, and much more. Check out Jason on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jason.mcmaster.56 and jasonmcmaster.net https://jasonmcmaster.net Listen to the new album by Cassius King featuring Jason McMaster here on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/ng/artist/cassius-king/25255427 Check out Cassius King on IG. https://www.instagram.com/cassiuskingband/ Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #IronMaiden #TwistedSister #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #DangerousToys #COVID19 #Ozzy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 10m
Jul 28, 2021
TM 935 Concerts Return Or Do They?, Maiden, Pantera & More

Mark Strigl talks with Victor Ruiz about the new Iron Maiden song, Pantera, and if concerts should be returning with COVID-19 cases once again going up. Find all-things Victor Ruiz at MarsAttacksRadio.com http://www.MarsAttacksRadio.com Find all-things Mark Strigl here: MarkStrigl.net http://www.MarkStrigl.net Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #IronMaiden #Pantera #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #FooFighters #COVID19 #Ozzy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

48m
Jul 20, 2021
TM 934 Mark Checks In From A Broken iPhone 12 ProMax

Mark talk into his broken iPhone for 10 minutes. Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #Anthrax #MotleyCrue #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #GunsNRoses #Dio #Ozzy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

9m
Jul 14, 2021
TM 934 Graham Oliver formerly of Saxon & Rob Clores

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark speaks with guitarist Graham Oliver who is a founding member of Saxon and now plays with ODS (Oliver Dawson Saxon) and keyboardist Rob Clores. Topics with Graham include his granddaughter, 2020, Biff Byford, Steve Dawson, Saxon, song-writing, Denim and Leather, Power and the Glory, Paul Quinn, Lemmy, Pete Gill, Motley Crue, Ozzy Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, Metallica, Marc Bolan of T-Rex, Ronnie James Dio, his finger and much more. Check www.odsrock.co.uk http://www.odsrock.co.uk for the latest on Graham Check out Graham's granddaughter Poppy on IG: @missploxx https://www.instagram.com/missploxx/ The 2nd interview is with Rob Clores. Topics include his new Jimi Hendrix cover which can be heard here, https://soundcloud.com/user-676214122-21163947/foxey-lady/s-DX7i4bQylMu Split Second Meltdown, Richard Fortus, Frank Ferrer, Mule Kick, Madysin Hatter, the Black Crows, Rob Bailey, Tom Jones, David Johansen, Steve Gorham, and more. Check out Split Second Meltdown on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/splitsecondmeltdown/ and IG. https://www.instagram.com/splitsecondmeltdown/?hl=en Listen to Foxey Lady by Split Second Meltdown featuring Richard Fortus of Guns n Roses on APPLE MUSIC. https://music.apple.com/us/album/foxey-lady-feat-richard-fortus-single/1570729509 Other show topics include White Wizzard, Night Ranger, and Beta vs. VHS Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #Saxon #MotleyCrue #heavymetal #hardrock #talkingmetal #blackcrows #GunsNRoses #Dio #Ozzy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 4m
Jul 06, 2021
TM 933 Kiss On A&E, CDs Are Worthless & Mack Mullins Of The CEO

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl talks about his recent move, the Kiss Biography on A&E, trying to sell CDs and more. This episode also includes an interview with Mack Mullins of the CEO. Check out the Georgia rock band's new album, https://music.apple.com/us/album/redemption/1567432092 which features Vince Hornsby of Sevendust on bass. The CEO'S Website: theceoband.com https://theceoband.com Follow the CEO on Twitter: @theceoband https://twitter.com/theceoband Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #vanhalen #pailstanley #heavymetal #hardrock #sevendust #theceoband See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

33m
Jul 02, 2021
TM 932 Kiss A&E Biography, Personal Update & More

Mark talks about the upcoming Talking Metal guests and the Kiss A&E Biography. Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

17m
Jun 29, 2021
TM 931 KISS Biography - DJ Viola

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with D.J. Viola who is the Director of the new Kiss Biography. https://www.aetv.com/news/ae-announces-new-definitive-documentary-biography-kisstory-featuring-paul-stanley-gene-simmons-premiering-this-june Topics discussed during the interview include the history of Kiss, Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Dave Grohl, Tom Morello, The End of the Road tour, the future of Kiss, the upcoming scripted show on Kiss, and much more. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ A&E SETS THE STAGE FOR “BIOGRAPHY: KISSTORY” CELEBRATING FIVE DECADES OF ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL AND INFLUENTIAL BANDS OF ALL TIME THE DEFINITIVE DOCUMENTARY FEATURES PAUL STANLEY, GENE SIMMONS AND MORE AS THEY RECOUNT KISS’ JOURNEY TO GLOBAL STARDOM TWO-NIGHT EVENT AIRING JUNE 27 AND JUNE 28 FROM 9-11PM ET/PT ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #talkingmetal #RandyRhoads #OzzyOsbourne #BlizzardOfOzz See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26m
Jun 24, 2021
TM 930 Blizzard Of Ozz - Ozzy Discussion

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl talks with a panel made up of Patreon supports about Ozzy Osbourne's album Blizzard Of Ozz which was released in the UK in 1980 and in the US in 1981. Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Please consider sharing this episode on social media and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #talkingmetal #RandyRhoads #OzzyOsbourne #BlizzardOfOzz See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 7m
Jun 15, 2021
TM 929 Munsey Ricci From Skateboard Marketing

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl talks about some recent Twitter and Patreon polls and talks with Munsey from Skateboard Marketing. Topics include Lemmy, Dio, Bobby Blitz from Overkill, Body Count, Black Sabbath, L.A. Guns, Yngwie Malmsteen, Johnny Cash, and more. Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #talkingmetal #Metallica #IronMaiden #Dio #Overkill #Motorhead

39m
Jun 08, 2021
TM 928 Britt Lightning from Vixen

On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl speaks with Vixen guitarist Britt Lightning. Topics include Rock n Roll Fantasy Camp, Vixen's plans for new music, M3, her family, Jaded, Alejandro Sanz, Lady Gaga, Boston, guitars, amps, skiing, Hughes & Kettner, Deer Valley, and much more. Follow Britt on Instagram: @brittlightning https://www.instagram.com/brittlightning/?hl=en Check out her site: www.brittlightning.com http://www.brittlightning.com Vixen on Twitter: @OfficialVixen http://www.twitter.com/OfficialVixen www.vixenofficial.com http://www.vixenofficial.com Check out Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp here. http://www.vixenofficial.com Subscribe to Mark's email blast here: www.MarkStrigl.net http://www.markstrigl.net/ Follow Mark Strigl on Twitter: @talkingmetal https://twitter.com/talkingmetal  Follow Mark Strigl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/talkingmetal/ Support this show by making a PayPal donation. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MarkStrigl Get bonus content and support Mark on Patreon for as little as $2 a month: www.patreon.com/talkingmetal https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal #talkingmetal #vixen #m3rockfestival #rocknrollfantasycamp

36m
Jun 01, 2021