We're back to discuss the good, bad, ugly, and weird in the world of rock n' roll with a brand new edition of Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this time: - Firehouse mourns the loss of singer C.J. Snare - Nikki Sixx gets sarcastic; people are dumb - Rudolf Schenker might be as crazy as his brother - Bruce Dickinson does shift work - Sammy Hagar blows out his flip flop - Category 7; a new metal band with familiar faces - Jon Bon Jovi won't fake it - Vinnie Vincent makes another...

We're back to drill a bunch of awesome music into your ears with the latest edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! You won't hear the same tired hits that radio focuses on. Instead, you're getting a bunch of great songs from artists newer and older. Here's a look at what we're spinning this time: Chris has new tunes from Tuk Smith and the Restless Hearts, The End Machine, and The Fifth. Additionally, you'll hear an incredible modern take on a Jefferson Starship classic by Dino Jelusick, Mike...

We're back to discuss all the weird,wild, wonderful, and ridiculous news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's what we're covering this time! - Skid Row playing musical chairs once again and Bach wanting to be picked - Wolf Hoffman finding inspiration from artificial places - Mudvayne's Chad Gray gives his take on Motley Crue - Ace Frehley claims preference for a whiskered drummer - AC/DC doing gangbusters in Europe - Anthrax welcoming back an old friend after 40 years - Rikki Rockett...

We return this week with a conversation with the one and only Ace Frehley! With the recent chart success of his latest solo album '10,000 Volts,' Ace is doing the podcast rounds and we wanted to hop on board ourselves. With our long-running fandom of KISS, this was an entertaining talk that we're excited to share with you. In this discussion Ace shares some backstory on the new album, his collaboration with Steve Brown, the updated 'Back Into My Arms Again,' and more. Additionally, we ask Ace...

We're back to turn you on to 10 great artists that are flying the flag for rock n' roll with a new edition of Fresh Blood! This time, Chris brings great tracks from Wings of Steel, Blazing Rust, Anchor Lane, The Lightbringer of Sweden, and Nitrate! Aaron presents awesome tracks from Whiskey Scenario, Creeper, Jayler, Hatezero, and Riverghost! There's a lot of variety in this Fresh Blood episode and we think you'll find some new favorites this time. Like something you hear? Be sure to follow...

We're back with all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this time! GENE SIMMONS goes boxless for less ROB HALFORD hints at release of the twin turbo WEDNESDAY 13 going back to his roots for his next album Ex-SLIPKNOT drummer JAY WEINBERG wants a Pepsi KORN announces 30th-anniversary show in LA SCOTT STAPP attributes Divine intervention for recent success BLACK SABBATH's 'Paranoid;’ a billion served GEORGE LYNCH...

This week radio legend Charlie Kendall joins us to discuss the past, present, and future of Metal Shop! From 1984-1995, broadcast superstar Kendall was a driving force of the metal revolution as he hosted this iconic program on over 250 stations. Metalshop was to rock radio what Headbanger’s Ball was to television. Now, he’s joined forces with KRFK Radio (a division of Keel’s RFK Media) to deliver new shows to a worldwide audience that celebrates and enjoys the music of the wild and the...

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: AC/DC announces Spring/Summer 2024 European Tour Alex Van Halen's Autobiography 'Brothers' due in October Poison Will 'one million percent' tour again, says Bret Michaels Bret Michaels On 'Parti-Gras 2.0' Tour With Don Felder, Lou Gramm, Dee Snider: 'So Many Hits, It's Illegal' Dave Mustaine is 'preparing' to start writing next Megadeth album:...

We're back this week to discuss a band that experienced highs, lows, and tragedy throughout their career as we pick The Best & Worst of Warrant. Warrant, formed in Hollywood in 1984, would go through changes in their early years that would lead to recruiting then-Plain Jane members Jani Lane and Steven Sweet into the band. A false start under Prince, a soundtrack appearance, and touring would result in the band getting signed to Columbia Records. 1989's 'Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich'...

We're back to talk all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in rock with another edition of Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this time! Ozzy Osbourne's West Hollywood condo available for $9,500 rent. Ex-Great White singer Jack Russell nearing completion of long-awaited book. Mick Mars hints at potential release of unreleased song with John Corabi. Cliff Williams rumored to skip AC/DC's 2024 tour; replacement bassist soon. Dee Snider inspired by Iron Maiden's gallop for...

We're back this week with our long-awaited Best of 2023 episode and there's a lot for you to wrap your ears around. In a time that many seem all-too-thrilled to declare the death of a genre, there was an increasing number of great albums and songs released in 2023. Plenty of new material from veteran artists was released in 2023 including albums by The Rolling Stones, Alice Cooper, Overkill, Dokken, Halestorm, Prong, Metallica, Metal Church, Extreme among others. Lots of newer bands were...

We're back to talk all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news from the rock world with Geekwire! This week's a doozy so strap in! BRUCE KULICK Says KISS Did Not Honor And Respect 'Kisstory' At Final Concert PAUL STANLEY's Son EVAN Is Not Interested In Leading New Version Of KISS ACE FREHLEY To Work On 'Origins Vol. 3' After Release Of '10,000 Volts' Album ACE FREHLEY 'Got Along Famously' With VINNIE VINCENT At Last Year's CREATURES FEST Vinnie Vincent charging annual fee for his...

As we finish preparations for our Best of 2023 episode, this week we bring you the best in rock trivia with Beat the Geek Week! If you are unfamiliar with Beat the Geek, it's the game show that goes to 11! Aaron Camaro brings the knowledge and personality of a master host. This time, Chris goes up against our friends Al Horta (Blackspinner's Circle/Be Cool or Be Podcast Out) and Ray Coon (Dawn of the Rising). Will they dethrone the Geek or go down in flames? You'll have to listen to find...

We're back to finish off 2023 with all the relevant rock news with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this time! First KISS Avatar Show Scheduled for 2027 Ace Frehley Believes He Will Get Paid for Use of 'Spaceman' Makeup in KISS Avatars KISS Nearly Launched an NBC Cartoon in 1979 Ugly Kid Joe Bassist Cordell Crockett in Praise of Michael Anthony SLIPKNOT, KORN and NICKELBACK Namechecked in Rand Paul's Report on Wasteful Government Spending Sebastian Bach on Potential SKID...

We're back to give you a Rock n Roll party for your ears with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! We've got ten awesome songs by ten awesome artists for you today; none of which you'll hear on the radio. Aaron's bringing great tracks for you from Lost Circus, Jetboy, Ugly Kid Joe, Dizzy Lane, and Stevie Rachelle. It's an awesome mix of classic and new rock and metal to sing your teeth into. Chris dishes out killer audio from Dixie Dragster, Invaded, Ravenstine, Gun, and Floerence Black. It's an...

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're talking about this time! KISS: New era, plans to continue as avatars. Dee Snider: KISS farewell tour, says they're done when they see the bodies in the coffins. Puddle of Mudd: Wes Scantlin considering country record. Wolfgang Van Halen: Stoked about Sammy Hagar's 2024 tour. Mick Mars: Right choice not to have John Corabi sing on solo album. Aerosmith: Dream On...

This week we look back to a time when the music industry was, mostly, run through a handful of record labels. With big money to be made, record companies such as Capitol, Epic, Columbia, and Atlantic wielded a lot of power. Buyouts were happening such as in the case of Polygram acquiring Casablanca Records which would result in a very in-flux KISS winding up on Mercury Records. Smaller labels, while limited financially, were successful at times due to scouting new talent and breaking it. This...

With this week marking the end of KISS as a touring entity, we thought we'd serve up a Torpedo Dudes 4 All! This is Decibel Geek's KISS-exclusive podcast and there's plenty to discuss!   KISS recently had to cancel shows in Ottawa, Toronto, and Knoxville due to Paul Stanley contracting the flu. The band got back on track for Indianapolis and is moving forward with the final dates. Between the Ottawa and Toronto cancellations a tragic car accident/explosion made news as a possible terror...

We're back to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: A Kurt Cobain cigarette pack is going up for auction. Sammy Hagar invites David Lee Roth and Alex Van Halen to join him on his 2024 tour. Gene Simmons is "sad and angry" about Ace Frehley and Peter Criss' absence from Kiss' upcoming tour. Judas Priest announce their "Invincible" tour. Steven Adler says Vince Neil's voice is "rock and roll gold." Geddy Lee says...

It's been a long time but we're backed to serve up some great, loud goodness with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! This week Aaron is bringing great tracks from Marvelous 3, Spirit Adrift, Andy Taylor, Chris Catalyst, and The Coyote Stylite. Additionally, we discuss the recent Marvelous 3 reunion shows and potential future plans. Chris is sharing cool tracks from Rock City Machine Company, Freakshow, Thundermother, Brother Cane, and Riley's LA Guns. The guys also discuss the RCMC album,...

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're covering this time: JEFF SCOTT SOTO Says MIKE PORTNOY Didn't Tell Him He Was Rejoining DREAM THEATER: 'I'm Pissed Off At' Him L.A. GUNS' PHIL LEWIS Was 'Very Shocked' To Hear About STEVE RILEY's Passing: 'We Were Never Truly Friends' THE ROLLING STONES' 'Hackney Diamonds' Tops U.K. Album Chart THE BEATLES Announce Release Date For Last Song, 'Now And...

This week Aaron hangs out with Ray and Iggy from Dawn of the Rising during their recent trip to Nashville. The guys were in town to attend the Josie Awards at The Grand Ole Opry where they were nominated for Rock Group of the Year. Chris was attending to an family matter at the time but Aaron got to sit down with the guys to talk about numerous topics including the band, future plans/recordings, the awards show, and tons more. Additionally, you'll get a special round of Beat the Geek for good...

We're back with the latest, greatest, and weirdest in rock and metal news with Geekwire! Here are the stories we're covering this week! Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy Osbourne have an assisted-suicide pact. Some serious drama in the Pretty Boy Floyd camp (yes, there is one). Roger Waters yelled at an audience at a recent concert. Pantera's "Vulgar Display of Power" album cover behind the scenes story. The top-selling rock and metal artists for concert ticket sales. Graham Bonnet was once...

We're back with a new edition of Brushes With Greatness! This time, our friend bassist Rik Fox (Steeler/Freakshow) joins us to share some of his run-ins with the famous/infamous. If you didn't already know, Rik was a part of the 1970's New York rock scene as well as the 80's Sunset Strip heyday. Additionally, time spent working in the film industry made it even more likely to have run-ins with well-known people on a regular basis. In this discussion, Rik Fox shares his brushes with greatness....

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: Live Nation ends artist merchandise cuts at clubs around the country. Steve Brown says Trixter will "never" reunite with Mark "Gus" Scott. Ace Frehley completes mixing eight songs for his next solo album. Ozzy Osbourne wants to record a new studio album in 2024. Dave Mustaine speaks out about his acrimonious relationship with some of his...