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• AC/DC Celebrated: Bon Scott Bash 2025 & Chris Slade’s Story

  AC/DC is celebrated from both sides of its legendary legacy in this special episode. John Jackson of the Bon Scott Estate joins us to preview the 2025 Bon Scott Birthday Bash in NYC—honoring what would’ve been Bon’s 79th birthday with a full-throttle tribute event. Then, legendary drummer Chris Slade opens up about his time in AC/DC—from auditioning and joining the band, recording Thunderstruck, and touring globally on the Razor’s Edge and Rock or Bust tours, to playing with both Brian Johnson and Axl Rose. He also reflects on his six-decade career performing with rock’s biggest artists, including Tom Jones, Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, David Gilmour, The Firm and more. Metal Mayhem ROC: https://metalmayhemroc.com/ Bon Scott Official Website https://bonscottofficial.com Chris Slade Official Website https://chrisslade.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• John Sykes: The Rise and Retreat of a Rock Guitar Icon

  He co-wrote Whitesnake’s biggest hits. He reignited Thin Lizzy’s final chapter. He formed Blue Murder. And then he slowly vanished. In this exclusive conversation with filmmaker Damian Kolodiy, we reveal the highs, lows, and lasting mystery of the guitar legend. We explore Sykes’ meteoric rise in the 1980s, his stunning creative output, the betrayal that pushed him out of the spotlight, and the final unreleased album that fans still hope to hear. Based on Kolodiy’s new two-part documentary John Sykes: His Words, His Music, this episode offers a deep dive into the life and legacy of a rock icon whose influence runs deep, yet whose story has remained largely overlooked. 00:00: Introduction to Damian Kolodiy 00:47: Discovering the Legacy of John Sykes 03:04: Unraveling the Mystique of John Sykes 06:25: Building the Documentary 10:59: Researching John Sykes from the Ground Up 16:07: Early Career with Tygers Of Pan Tang 18:41: Reigniting Thin Lizzy with a New Edge 21:59: Phil Lynott Friendship and Creative Bond 24:53: Reviving Thin Lizzy to Honor Phil 27:32: Success and Controversy of the Whitesnake Era 32:42: The Rise and Fall of Blue Murder 34:26: Going Solo and Navigating the 90s 39:53: Final Years, Abandoned Projects, and the Lost Album 45:09: Documentary Premier and Viewing Details Metal Mayhem ROC: https://metalmayhemroc.com/ Damian Kolodiy / NYC Rocks TV: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCRocksTV #JohnSykes, #Whitesnake1987, #ThinLizzy, #BlueMurder, #HardRockLegends, #RockDocumentary, #GuitarHeroes, #MetalMayhemROC, #RockHistory, #LostRockIcons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Peter & Sebastian Baltes: Father, Son & Heavy Metal

  A Father-Son Metal Journey Across Generations: Two generations. Two bassists. One passion. In this Father’s Day exclusive, father-son bassists Peter (Accept/U.D.O./Dirkschneider) and Sebastian (Howling Giant) share a powerful story of music, family, and legacy. From headlining the arenas of the '80s metal scene to surviving the grind of today’s DIY tours, this candid conversation explores their shared love of heavy music, Peter’s old-school wisdom, Sebastian’s rising path in the contemporary metal scene, and their deep musical bond. Raw, insightful, and heavy—this is generational metal at its finest!   00:00: Peter & Sebastian Baltes Introduction 01:13: Peter Baltes: 40+ Years of Heavy Metal History 02:27: Sebastian’s First Glimpse of Rock Stardom 04:36: AC/DC Obsession & Early Jam Sessions 06:06: From Guitar to Bass: Sebastian’s Musical Shift 09:00: Watching the Next Generation Rise 11:00: Inside Howling Giant’s Style & Identity 12:37: Touring Then vs. Now: Old-School vs. DIY 15:57: Advice from Peter: “Be Loud, Be Smart” 18:04: Mutual Recognition: Fans of Each Other’s Bands 21:53: Jamming, Riffs & Recording Together 25:31: Favorite Tracks from Accept & Howling Giant 27:03: Life Lessons from Dad 28:25: Peter on Sebastian’s Growth as a Bassist 30:43: Upcoming Dirkschneider Tours & The Old Gang News 34:36: New Album & Tour Plans from Howling Giant 37:07: Final Thoughts: Metal, Family & the Future   Metal Mayhem ROC: ⁠https://metalmayhemroc.com/⁠ Peter Baltes / U.D.O. / Dirkschneider/ The Old Gang: ⁠https://udo-online.com/⁠ Sebastian Baltes / Howling Giant: ⁠https://howlinggiant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Gil Moore: Inside Triumph's All-Star Tribute “Magic Power” CD

  Triumph’s Gil Moore joins Metal Mayhem ROC to go deep on Magic Power, the explosive all-star tribute album featuring rock icons like Dee Snider, Slash, Nancy Wilson, Sebastian Bach, Mickey Thomas, Joey Belladonna, Jeff Keith, Nita Strauss, and more. Gil shares how producer Mike Clink handpicked over 50 legends to reimagine Triumph’s biggest anthems. Beyond the music, Gil reveals Triumph’s deep hockey ties—including national exposure during the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs —and teases potential plans for a Mixed Reality Tour, a high-tech live experience designed to bring the magic of Triumph directly to fans across North America.   🔥 Episode Highlights: 🧠 What inspired Triumph to allow other artists to reimagine their most iconic tracks 🎧 The “magic” behind how Magic Power evolved into an all-star project 🎤 Why certain artists like Dee Snider and Slash were a perfect fit 🇨🇦 Unique blend of Canadian and American rockers contributing to the album 🏒 Triumph’s massive exposure during NHL playoff season 💡 Behind-the-scenes insight on merchandising & jersey concepts 🚀 Talk of a Mixed Reality Tour and futuristic Triumph experiences 🥁 Gil’s memories of Triumph’s touring days and technology evolution 📣 Triumph’s legacy: where they’ve been, and where they’re going 📍 Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Gil Moore 00:19 – The Long Journey of the Tribute Album 01:15 – Producer Mike Clink's Involvement and Vision 02:17 – The Idea Behind the Tribute Album 03:23 – Canadian and American Contributors 04:15 – Star-Studded Lineup and Song Selection 11:16 – Unique Interpretations and Surprises 16:04 – Feedback from Collaborating Artists 20:05 – Triumph's Legacy and Hockey Connection 24:47 – Hockey Jerseys and Merchandising Ideas 26:44 – Touring Memories and Band Experiences 34:12 – The Evolution of Music and Fan Connections 40:51 – Triumph's New Ventures and Future Plans 46:00 – Closing Remarks and Reflections 🌐 More Info: 🎧 Website: https://metalmayhemroc.com/ 🎸 Triumph Official: https://www.triumphmusic.com 🎯 Hashtags: #triumphband, #gilmoore, #magicpowertribute, #rocktributealbum, #mikeklink, #slashguitar, #deesnider, #classicrocklegends, #mixedrealitytour, #metalmayhemroc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Dave Amato: Kevin Cronin Tour w/ Styx + Stories w/ Nugent, DLR & Crüe

  🎸 Dave Amato — lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon for 35+ years — joins Metal Mayhem ROC to preview the 2025 Brotherhood of Rock Tour featuring Styx, Don Felder, and the Kevin Cronin Band (fronted by REO’s former lead singer). In this candid conversation, Dave reflects on his legacy with REO and shares epic stories from his time recording and touring with Ted Nugent, David Lee Roth, and Mötley Crüe. From arena stages to guitar solos that shaped an era, Amato opens up about the energy behind the music and what keeps him going today. 🎟️ Tour insights, ’80s rock legends, and one of the most trusted guitarists in classic rock — all in one episode. 👉 Metal Mayhem ROC: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ 👉 Kevin Cronin Band: https://www.kevincronin.com/ 👉 Dave Amato: https://daveamato.com/ 🔊 Follow, rate, and review to support the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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