Two legends are on Talkin' Rock.

First up, it's Toto's Steve Lukather. He's dropping a solo album early next year. We discuss that and ....

-The title of the album "I Found The Sun Again"

-A couple covers songs on the album

-How Nancy Wilson played a part in meeting his girlfriend

-in-fighting and lawsuits with Toto

-Wolfgang Van Halen's new song...and more

Then, it's Rock Hall of Fame member, Nancy Wilson of Heart.

She's also releasing a solo album next year. She tells me about the record...

-Special guests writers and singers

-The title of the record

-Being inducted into the Rock Hall by Chris Cornell

-Singing Led Zeppelin songs in front of the actual band

-Woman in rock....and lots more.

Thanks for listening! 

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Two legends are on Talkin' Rock.
First up, it's Toto's Steve Lukather. He's dropping a solo album early next year. We discuss that and ....
-The title of the album "I Found The Sun Again"
-A couple covers songs on the album
-How Nancy Wilson played a part in meeting his girlfriend
-in-fighting and lawsuits with Toto
-Wolfgang Van Halen's new song...and more
Then, it's Rock Hall of Fame member, Nancy Wilson of Heart.
She's also releasing a solo album next year. She tells me about the record...
-Special guests writers and singers
-The title of the record
-Being inducted into the Rock Hall by Chris Cornell
-Singing Led Zeppelin songs in front of the actual band
-Woman in rock....and lots more.
Thanks for listening!&nbsp;
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The biggest names in rock music are Talkin’ Rock with Meltdown. From Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame members to bands just starting out, Meltdown takes rock music fans behind the scenes to find out what these talented musicians are really about. Come along for the ride as Talkin’ Rock with Meltdown invites you to find out more than you ever thought you knew about all genres of Rock from Classic to Prog to Grunge and everything in between.

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Two legends in rock, one mediocre podcast! Steve Lukather and Nancy Wilson join Meltdown to talk about their solo albums, Eddie Van Halen, and what's going on in their lives.

Talkin' Rock with Steve Lukather and Nancy Wilson

It's a jam-packed episode of Talkin' Rock with three guests. 

Legendary Triumph frontman Rik Emmett is up first. His new book, Ten Telecators Tales drops on the 25th. He speaks about the book, why he wrote it, and more. We did talk about Triumph....the band's heyday, his strengths, and how I thought he never got the credit he deserved for his guitar playing. 

Always a treat to have Rik on the show!

Leigh Kakaty of Pop Evil is next. Their new album comes out on the 21st, called What Remains. Leigh said the struggle is what found its way into the writing of the record. “Our manager George called me up after a few songs and said, ‘Do you realize what you’re writing about?’” Leigh told me. “I hadn’t even thought about it. But when I went back and just read the lyrics—man, every song was about me, about the darkness I had buried. It was like my subconscious was writing the album before I even knew it.”

I asked him about that. He has such a cool life, so what could be so bad? “People don’t realize—yeah, my life looks amazing, but it comes with sacrifices,” he said. “You leave for months, come back, and it’s like people aren’t waiting around. They’re living their lives. And then you’re thrown back into normal life, trying to figure out where you fit in. It’s a mental challenge.”

Finally, it's radio legend and host of the show Metal Shop, Charlie "The Butcher" Kendall. The show was on the air from the mid-80s through the early 90s, and now it's back. Charlie talks about how the show began, and the spark that marks its return. He's spent many decades up and down the radio dial and has the stories to share. 

I listened to Metal Shop religiously as a kid, so this was a thrill for me. To speak with the man behind the show was a full-circle radio moment for sure. 

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It's a jam-packed episode of Talkin' Rock with three guests.&nbsp;
Legendary Triumph frontman Rik Emmett is up first. His new book, Ten Telecators Tales drops on the 25th. He speaks about the book, why he wrote it, and more. We did talk about Triumph....the band's heyday, his strengths, and how I thought he never got the credit he deserved for his guitar playing.&nbsp;
Always a treat to have Rik on the show!
Leigh Kakaty of Pop Evil is next. Their new album comes out on the 21st, called What Remains. Leigh said the struggle is what found its way into the writing of the record. &ldquo;Our manager George called me up after a few songs and said, &lsquo;Do you realize what you&rsquo;re writing about?&rsquo;&rdquo; Leigh told me. &ldquo;I hadn&rsquo;t even thought about it. But when I went back and just read the lyrics&mdash;man, every song was about me, about the darkness I had buried. It was like my subconscious was writing the album before I even knew it.&rdquo;
I asked him about that. He has such a cool life, so what could be so bad? &ldquo;People don&rsquo;t realize&mdash;yeah, my life looks amazing, but it comes with sacrifices,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;You leave for months, come back, and it&rsquo;s like people aren&rsquo;t waiting around. They&rsquo;re living their lives. And then you&rsquo;re thrown back into normal life, trying to figure out where you fit in. It&rsquo;s a mental challenge.&rdquo;
Finally, it's radio legend and host of the show Metal Shop, Charlie "The Butcher" Kendall. The show was on the air from the mid-80s through the early 90s, and now it's back. Charlie talks about how the show began, and the spark that marks its return. He's spent many decades up and down the radio dial and has the stories to share.&nbsp;
I listened to Metal Shop religiously as a kid, so this was a thrill for me. To speak with the man behind the show was a full-circle radio moment for sure.&nbsp;
-Meltdown-

Rik Emmett of Triumph, Leigh Kakaty from Pop Evil, and Metal Shop host Charlie Kendall are on Talkin' Rock

On this episode of Talkin' Rock, Tobias Forge - the man behind Ghost - is my first guest. 

The new album, Skeleta, drops on April 25th with a massive tour after that. One that includes playing the famous Madison Square Garden. He spoke with me about what a dream come true that is. 

Of course, we discuss the album and the new track, Satanized. The video is wild, too, as they unveil the new Papa. 

The band is also part of the Back To The Begining Black Sabbath concert. He talked about the honor of being part of that, growing up a big Sabbath fan. 

Speaking of Ozzy Osbourne, his good friend and work partner Billy Morrison rounds out the podcast. He told me about working with the legend, as he recently dropped a remixed orchestral version of their song The Gods Of Rock And Roll. 

Billy has had the good fortune to play with several legends, including Billy Idol. Billy's other guitarist Steve Stevens plays, or should I say RIPS the solo on the latest track with Ozzy. 

We also played a game of name the famous Morrison! LOL

Both of these interviews can be viewed at www.wrif.com.  

On this episode of Talkin' Rock, Tobias Forge - the man behind Ghost - is my first guest.&nbsp;
The new album, Skeleta, drops on April 25th with a massive tour after that. One that includes playing the famous Madison Square Garden. He spoke with me about what a dream come true that is.&nbsp;
Of course, we discuss the album and the new track, Satanized. The video is wild, too, as they unveil the new Papa.&nbsp;
The band is also part of the Back To The Begining Black Sabbath concert. He talked about the honor of being part of that, growing up a big Sabbath fan.&nbsp;
Speaking of Ozzy Osbourne, his good friend and work partner Billy Morrison rounds out the podcast. He told me about working with the legend, as he recently dropped a remixed orchestral version of their song The Gods Of Rock And Roll.&nbsp;
Billy has had the good fortune to play with several legends, including Billy Idol. Billy's other guitarist Steve Stevens plays, or should I say RIPS the solo on the latest track with Ozzy.&nbsp;
We also played a game of name the famous Morrison! LOL
Both of these interviews can be viewed at www.wrif.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Talkin' Rock with Ghost's Tobias Forge and Billy Morrison

Wednesday 13 starts us up on this episode. His new album, Mid Death Crisis, drops on April 25th. 

I had to get 13 on the show for a few reasons, including that he's a huge horror movie fan like myself. Yes, we did talk a little horror. I also wanted him to talk about the new album and tour. 

The first single, "When The Devil Commands" is a crunchy horror-rock shredder. I can't wait to hear the rest of the album, which includes a track he did with Faster Pussycat's Taime Downe. 

He also told me about the fire that broke out while filming another video. He may have saved a ton of acreage from burning a month ago. 

Up next, it's Jake and Joe from the Autumn Kings. The boys from southern Ontario have come a long way in the 10 years since forming and are hitting the road for shows in Europe next week!

They talk about the band, their musical influences, the biggest rock stars they've met and lots more. This was also a fun conversation! I can't wait to see them when they play a show closer to here in the future. 

Thanks for listening!

Wednesday 13 starts us up on this episode. His new album, Mid Death Crisis, drops on April 25th.&nbsp;
I had to get 13 on the show for a few reasons, including that he's a huge horror movie fan like myself. Yes, we did talk a little horror. I also wanted him to talk about the new album and tour.&nbsp;
The first single, "When The Devil Commands" is a crunchy horror-rock shredder. I can't wait to hear the rest of the album, which includes a track he did with Faster Pussycat's Taime Downe.&nbsp;
He also told me about the fire that broke out while filming another video. He may have saved a ton of acreage from burning a month ago.&nbsp;
Up next, it's Jake and Joe from the Autumn Kings. The boys from southern Ontario have come a long way in the 10 years since forming and are hitting the road for shows in Europe next week!
They talk about the band, their musical influences, the biggest rock stars they've met and lots more. This was also a fun conversation! I can't wait to see them when they play a show closer to here in the future.&nbsp;
Thanks for listening!

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