Host Max Davallo welcomes first-time guest & absolute legend in the hard rock world: Don Dokken to the show to share some fascinating & inspiring stories from his incredible history & how it all ties into the songs crafted for the new Dokken album: "Heaven Comes Down". Now available on all streaming platforms! ► Check out DOKKEN Website: https://dokken.net/

Welcome returning guest/guitarist Harrison Marcello, & lead vocalist Zach Allen of TEMPT, who join in to talk about all the hard work that went into crafting their new album (available now!). This is a band that have truly proven themselves to know their way around an explosive hook, melodies, songwriting, and stunning guitar-work all around; successfully crossing over strong pop-infused sweetness with hard rock edge & flair. ► Check out TEMPT Website: https://www.temptband.com/

LISTEN! As host Max Davallo welcomes back lead vocalist Peter Summit of Las Vegas, Nevada Rockers: Crashing Wayward to discuss their stunning debut "LISTEN!", an album with well-crafted songs from top-to-bottom. ► Crashing Wayward Website: https://crashingwayward.com/

On this electrifying episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo proudly presents the sensational singer/songwriter Robin Taylor Zander as he graces the show. Prepare to be blown away as we delve deep into his momentous debut LP: "The Distance" and uncover the very essence of what fuels his artistic brilliance, not to mention his unforgettable experiences while collaborating with the iconic Cheap Trick. ► Check out Robin Taylor Zander Website: http://robintaylorzander.com/

Welcome the one & only Michael Wilton, guitarist & founding member of progressive metal titans Queensrÿche to Sonic Dorms! Michael shares stories on his earliest days as an aspiring musician, opening for DIO, and the incredibly well-received latest Queensrÿche album: "Digital Noise Alliance". ► Check out Queensrÿche Website: http://www.queensrycheofficial.com/

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo welcomes first-time guest: the incredibly rocking Lorraine Lewis, current vocalist of 80s rockers: Vixen and known for her past as the front-woman of Femme Fatale.  During this fantastic in-depth chat: Lorraine gets into her musical upbringing, taking risks to pursue her Rock 'n' Roll dream, and the honor of fronting Vixen, amongst other things!

On this episode, host Max Davallo welcomes back the immaculate Charlie Risso to the show to discuss her new EP: "The Light", which contains her most refined collection of songs yet. ► Check out Charlie Risso Website: https://www.charlierisso.com/ "The Light" - Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puZH4...

Welcome fledging singer/songwriter Whitney Tai to Sonic Dorms, to discuss the transcendental effect music has on her, the art of the album listening experience, as well as her collaboration with Chuck Wright (of Quiet Riot fame) on his recently released solo album "Chuck Wright's Sheltering Sky". Whitney's journey as an artist is no doubt one to inspire those wanting to follow their dreams. ► Check out Whitney Tai Website: https://www.whitneytaimusic.com/ Facebook:...

We're pleased to welcome another quality independent musician on the rise: Cody Brooks to Sonic Dorms. Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Cody brings to mind the raw electric guitar chaos of legends like Robert Johnson and Jack White . Vocally he channels a similar gruffness to Tom Waits , while delivering his streetwise poetry. During our chat, we get into the desire to continue to seek out artists with a raw human element to their music, Cody's own musical journey and the influences that...

On this incredibly exciting episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo welcomes first time guest: dUg Pinnick of King's X ! dUg is currently promoting the first King's X album in fourteen years, titled: "Three Sides of One", and during the conversation dUg discusses the journey towards crafting this top-tier album as well as his early days discovering the moving magic of music, alongside other incredibly interesting insights on what drives his spirit. ► Check out King's X Website:...

Host of Sonic Dorms, Max Davallo proudly welcomes lead vocalist of Romeo's Daughter: Leigh Matty to the show to discuss the impact music had on her at an early age, her time collaborating with legendary producer/songwriter Robert John "Mutt" Lange, as well as the upcoming new album from Romeo's Daughter. Formed in the mid-80s, Romeo's Daughter was one of many bands that should've been huge, as they had the perfect combination of elements at their disposal. To this very day, their debut...

One of the all time greatest vocalist/frontmen: Michael Sadler of legendary cult Progressive Rock band SAGA joins host Max Davallo on this incredibly noteworthy episode to talk about his inspiring lifelong career in music & what it takes to stay in the game. ► Check out SAGA Website: https://sagagen.com/ SAGA 40th anniversary album Reissues: https://www.ear-music.net/sagareissues/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SAGAgeneration Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saga_band/?... ►...

We proudly welcome first time guest: singer/songwriter Dani Hagan to Sonic Dorms. Without a doubt, Dani Hagan is a vital part of the LA music scene. She spent many years honing her craft, while gigging at famed LA venues, such as The Viper Room, Molly Malone's, The Mint, and others. What's immediately striking about Dani Hagan's songwriting is its concise focus on telling a singular narrative with incredibly dynamite vocals that sell the story being told, word for word. During the...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome back independent singer/songwriter Dandelyin, but this time she's joined by underground hip hop artist Xavi Suede, who together have collaborated on a series of alternative/hip hop singles that really pop!

On this episode, we welcome first time guest Paul Taylor, well known as an accomplished guitarist/keyboardist who has worked with countless artists as a composer & musician over the decades, most famously with Winger. During our conversation, we deep dive into some stories about Paul Taylor's early days working with Alice Cooper (in the mid '80s), the beginnings of his collaborations with Kip Winger, as well as his time working with the immaculate Steve Perry. We also briefly discuss...

In this episode, we welcome first time guest: iconic music journalist & curator Larry Flick (Billboard/Sirius XM/Vero) to Sonic Dorms! Join us as we discuss his gateway into being an incredibly passionate tastemaker for various types of music, his inspiring journey into music journalism (working as a single reviewer and Senior Talent Editor for Billboard Magazine) as well as his recent VERO True Social show #LetsTalkMusic, where he invites various artists to openly discuss their...

In this episode, we welcome back spellbinding singer/songwriter Maiah Wynne to Sonic Dorms! Join us as we discuss her incredibly exciting & sonically enriching project in collaboration with legendary guitarist Alex Lifeson (of Rush), bassist Andy Curran, and guitarist/producer Alfio Annibalini, simply known as "Envy of None". ► Check out Envy of None Official website: https://envyofnone.com/ Look Inside - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF-lf... Instagram:...

In light of Jazz appreciation month, today is a better day thanks to our very special guest: Jazz guitar legend Norman Brown! The Grammy award winning artist himself discusses what sparked his immense commitment to the divine power of music, as well as his latest work from the heart: "Let's Get Away" ! (new album, available now on all streaming services). ► Check out Norman Brown Official website: https://www.normanbrown.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/normanticmusic/?hl=en

On this very special episode of Sonic Dorms, we're featuring our very first representative of Jazz/Black-American Music with multi-instrumentalist/producer Masha Davey! She's an absolute prodigy, and a modern day Quincy Jones in the making that we are beyond elated to have on the show.  Her debut EP "Into the Night" is now available for your listening pleasure on all streaming services. ► Check out Masha Davey https://mashajdavey.com/

It is our pleasure to welcome first-time guests Mel Medina & Paul Kirk of Mel Machete! Straight out of Richmond, Virginia-- they're delivering Rock 'n' Roll spun out of their very own influences in mid-70s Glam & punk, when Hard Rock music was written & performed with grit & glamour! On this episode, we discuss their origin story, musical influences, & mission statement. ► Check out Mel Machete Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melmachete/...

On this episode, we welcome first-time guest Viji to the show to discuss what influences the confessional & open-ended Alternative-pop music she creates in spades, as well as her upcoming EP 'Cali', out March 11th via Dirty Hit. ► Check out Viji Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vijiwater/?... Mercy (Music Video) - Single: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDLgD...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome underground punk rock duo "Atheena" to the show, to discuss the fierce Chicago punk scene that they are surrounded by, their musical roots as well as what drives their need to make music in the current landscape. ► Check out Atheena Bandcamp: https://atheena.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareatheena/

For our 50th episode, we welcome vocalist Biff Byford of the incredibly influential legacy metal band SAXON to the show to discuss some of their history (as leaders of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal in the late 70s/early 80s), as well as their stellar new album, titled "Carpe Diem" (available worldwide February 4th). ► Check out SAXON Website: https://www.saxon747.com/

Join co-host of Sonic Dorms, Max as he welcomes first time guest: Peter Summit of the band Crashing Wayward to the show.  Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada: Crashing Wayward are an up & coming alternative hard rock band who show a lot of promise through their hooks, songwriting and immediacy, which include soaring vocals that encapsulate the positive lyrical messages of their songs. During the episode we run through Peter Summit's musical origin story, his love of The Cult's seminal ...