On the Road to Rock With Clint Switzer
327 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsOn the Road to Rock is not just a podcast, it's a true rock n' roll experience, an unabashed celebration of rock's living legends and all the stories that have shaped the fabric of the music business.
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Episodes
Summer Concert Season, Andy LaPlegua from Combichrist (5-10-19)
May 10, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBClint discusses his busy Summer of concert coverage and welcomes Andy LaPlegua from Combichrist to discuss their upcoming album "One Fire" and evolution of the band from studio to the impressive live show that we see today.
311's Aaron "P-Nut" Wills
May 03, 2019 12:07 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBP-Nut joins host Clint Switzer to talk about 311's upcoming album "Voyager" as well as the band's recent sold-out cruise, upcoming tour with Dirty Heads and much more!
Beasto Blanco W/ Calico Cooper/ Chuck Garric & Gloryhammer
April 26, 2019 04:03 - 31 minutes - 43 MBCalico Cooper and Chuck Garric join host Clint Switzer from the road as they discuss their forthcoming album "We Are" as well as their current tour with Halestorm. Christopher Bowen's Gloryhammer project is set to release a new album "Legends from Beyond the Galactic Terrorvortex.
George Harris (The Raven Age, 4-19-19)
April 19, 2019 01:11 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBGeorge Harris, The son of Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris, talks about his band The Raven Age and their new album "Conspiracy" and also discusses the band's upcoming U.S. Tour opening up for the mighty Iron Maiden.
Jesse Camp (4-12-19)
April 12, 2019 02:18 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBFormer MTV VJ Jesse Camp talks about the time he went missing and engages in an unforgettable conversation with host Clint Switzer.
George Lynch & Tesla's Dave Rude (4-4-19)
April 04, 2019 00:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBGeorge Lynch is disucssing his latest project, The End: Machine which features Jeff Pilson, Mick Brown and Robert Mason. Dave Rude is on tour with Tesla and the album "Shock" has been a critical and commercial success for the band.
Queensryche's 'The Verdict' W/Michael Wilton (3-29-19)
March 29, 2019 00:32 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBQueensryche's "The Verdict" is a rousing success and guitarist Michael Wilton talks about recording the album with singer Todd La Torre on drums and his disappointment with Scott Rockenfield's lack of involvement.
John 5's Invasion (3-22-19)
March 22, 2019 05:31 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB2019 has been a busy year for John 5 as he is currently embarking on a U.S. solo tour before hitting the road with Rob Zombie for the Twins of Evil 2 tour this Summer with Marilyn Manson. John will also release his solo album "Invasion" this Summer and has released two videos thus far in "Zoinks" and "I Am John 5."
Damon Johnson & Mike Tramp (3-15-19)
March 15, 2019 03:42 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBDamon Johnson discusses his new album "Memories of an Uprising" as well as his time working with Alice Cooper, Black Star Riders and Sammy Hagar. Mike Tramp is talking about his new solo album "Stray From the Flock" and his importance to the Music Mania Podcast.
Last in Line II W/ Vivian Campbell (3-8-19)
March 08, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLast in Line have released their sophomore album "II" and guitarist Vivian Campbell joined us on this week's Music Mania Podcast to talk about the album and tour. Campbell is also discussing Def Leppard's upcoming induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as well as their Vegas residency this August.
Brian Ray (Paul McCartney bassist, 3-1-19)
March 01, 2019 01:18 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBBrian Ray talks about how he got the gig working with Paul McCartney and his new single "Tears of a Clown" with special guest Smokey Robinson.
Megadeth's David Ellefson
February 22, 2019 04:58 - 33 minutes - 62.5 MB2019 is going to be a busy year for David Ellefson and he discusses his side project Altitudes and Attitude, the upcoming Megadeth album and 2019's Megacruise.
Calling all Corpses W/ Wednesday 13
February 15, 2019 00:00 - 27 minutes - 52.6 MBShock-rocker extraordinaire Wednesday 13 discusses his upcoming album which he states will be an "ultimate 80's horror soundtrack" as well has his upcoming tour supporting Cradle of Filth.
Dustin Arbuckle (2-8-19)
February 08, 2019 00:00 - 17 minutes - 33.2 MBFrom The Haymakers to Dustin Arbuckle and the Damnations, Arbuckle is unleashing his brand of gritty blues roots rock on audiences nationwide.
Lisa Loeb (2-1-19)
February 01, 2019 00:00 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBThe ultra talented singer/songwriter, philanthropist, and author joins host Clint Switzer to discuss her upcoming live shows, her line of eyewear, her children's albums and recent trip to the NAMN convention.
The Last Kiss W/ Bruce Kulick
January 25, 2019 06:03 - 33 minutes - 62.4 MBThe hottest band in the world are about to embark on their "End of the Road" tour and host Clint Switzer recalls some of his best Kiss memories on this show as well as an exclusive interview with former Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick.
Robin Wilson (Gin Blossoms) & Michael Lardie (Great White)
January 17, 2019 20:49 - 1 hour - 116 MBTwo huge interviews this week include Robin Wilson, the frontman from the Gin Blossoms discussing the band's lasting legacy and relentless tour schedule. Michael Lardie talks about Great White's new singer Mitch Malloy and the band's humble beginning's in LA in the mid-80s.
Andrew Freeman & Cody Hanson (Hinder) 1-7-19
January 08, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 109 MBIt's our first show of 2019 and we are starting out with a bang as Last in Line frontman Andrew Freeman discusses the band's upcoming album "II" and Hinder drummer Cody Hansen talks new Hinder music and headlining tour with Soil.
A Hairball Extravaganza with Bobby Jensen (1-1-19)
January 01, 2019 00:00 - 16 minutes - 31.6 MBHairball is an event that hits you so hard, it’ll take a few days to recover! Rock & Roll will NEVER die!!! Singer Bobby Jensen joins host Clint Switzer to discuss the band's rigorous touring schedule and the genesis of their bombastic spectacle.
Merry Tichmas W/ Brian Tichy (12-14-18)
December 14, 2018 05:20 - 35 minutes - 66.4 MBIt's our annual holiday chat with drummer extradorinare Brian Tichy who discusses his holiday album "Merry Tichmas," as well as some of his fondest memories playing with the likes of Foreigner, Billy Idol, Whitesnake and Ozzy.
Dennis Dunaway (12-7-18)
December 07, 2018 00:00 - 40 minutes - 76.2 MBOriginal Alice Cooper bassist Dennis Dunaway talks about the inception of the Alice Cooper group from being high school friends with a young Alice Cooper to touring the world and making hit records like "Schools Out."
Richard Petit & Robert Berry
November 29, 2018 22:57 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBRichard Petit, creator of the massively successful Pink Floyd "The Wall Live Experience" and legendary musician Robert Berry (3.0, Greg Kihn Band) talks about his new album "The Rules Have Changed" and the legacy of Keith Emerson.
Megadeth's Dirk Verbeuren (10-25-18)
October 25, 2018 22:08 - 21 minutes - 20 MBAll aboard the Megacruise which sets sail in October of 2019 featuring bands such as Doro, Devil Driver, John 5 and many more! Dirk also talks about his journey as a a musician from drumming in Soilwork to his current role in Megadeth.
Frank Hannon (10-11-18)
October 11, 2018 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBTesla guitarist Frank Hannon talks about his duo of solo albums "From One Place to Another" as well as the recording process for the new Tesla album and monster tours with bands like Def Leppard and Styx.
Aldo Nova (10-3-18)
October 03, 2018 00:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBAldo Nova is back with a new album called "2.0" which will be released October 19th via Megaforce records. He talks about his journey in music and why he was a "ghost" for 30 years.
Kottak Attack! (Kingdom Come, former Scorpions drummer James Kottak, 9-21-18)
September 21, 2018 17:19 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBJames Kottak talks about Kingdom Come's upcoming 30th anniversary tour as well as his thoughts on stepping away from the Scorpions back in 2016.
The legendary Tommy James (9-13-18)
September 13, 2018 15:58 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBWe are going back to the golden era of rock n' roll with legendary Tommy James who talks about his missed opportunity to play Woodstock, the recording of his major hits like "Hanky Panky," " I Think We're Alone Now," and "Crimson and Clover."
Steve Stevens & UDO Dirkschneider
September 06, 2018 03:36 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBA show too big for just one guest features Billy Idol guitarist Steve Stevens discussing Billy's current tour and the pair's 36-year collaboration. Udo Dirkschneider talks about his latest album "Steel Factory" out now!
Scorpions' Matthias Jabs & Monte Pittman
August 24, 2018 12:51 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBScorpions guitarist Matthias Jabs returns to the Music Mania Podcast to talk about the band's upcoming "Crazy World" U.S. Tour which kicks off August 31st in Lake Tahoe. Hard-rock guitarist/vocalist Monte Pittman talks upcoming tour with Sebastian Bach & the release of two brand new solo albums.
20 Years of Metal Sludge W/ Stevie Rachelle (8-17-18)
August 16, 2018 00:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBSludge CEO Stevie Rachelle reflects back on the legacy of the infamous metalsludge.tv as well as his current goings on with bands like Tuff and Tales from the Porn.
Rock N' Roll Express Tour with Collective Soul and 3 Doors Down
August 09, 2018 13:51 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThe Rock N' Roll Express Tour is in full swing and we are talking with Collective Soul's Will Turpin about the tour, new live album and solo album "Serengity Driver." Chris Henderson discusses the band's large-scale visibility and even some SEC football.
Testament's Chuck Billy (8-3-18)
August 03, 2018 13:51 - 19 minutes - 18 MBTestament frontman Chuck Billy discusses his new line of vapor products which can be found at http://www.lordvaporusa.com as well as the band's upcoming studio album which is to be released in 2019.
Tesla's Dave Rude (7-27-18)
July 27, 2018 21:51 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBTesla guitarist Dave Rude talks about touring with Styx and Joan Jett this Summer as well as the band's upcoming album "Shock" produced by Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen.
Foghat, Pat Travers, Atlanta Rythym Section (7-20-18)
July 20, 2018 00:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBIt's a 70's rock explosion as Roger Earl from Foghat, Pat Travers and Rodney Justo from ARS join forces for a mega-show August 10th at the Missouri State Fair.
Vivian Campbell (7-13-18)
July 12, 2018 14:17 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBDef Leppard and Last in Line guitarist Vivian Campbell talks about the current Def Leppard/Journey tour as well as his history with Ronnie James Dio and reasoning for joining Last in Line.
Jeff Pilson- Juke Box Heroes Tour (7-6-18)
July 06, 2018 02:28 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBJeff Pilson makes his fourth appearance on the Music Mania Podcast and he is talking about Foreigner's current "Juke Box Heroes" Tour with Whitesnake and Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience.
Kane Roberts Returns (6-22-18)
June 22, 2018 00:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBFormer Alice Cooper guitarist Kane Roberts discusses his upcoming solo album which will be released on Frontiers records. Kane also talks about his time as musical director of the Alice Cooper Band and the albums "Constrictor" and "Raise your Fist and Yell"
Joel Hoekstra & Jesse Blaze Snider (6-15-18)
June 15, 2018 03:21 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBA show too big for just one guest features Whitesnake guitarist Joel Hoekstra who is discussing the band's upcoming tour with Foreigner while Jesse Snider talks about his new graphic novel "King of Kings"
Geoff Tate (6-8-18)
June 08, 2018 03:37 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBGeoff Tate discusses his upcoming Summer tour which celebtrates the 30th anniversary of one of the great hard rock albums of all time, "Operation: Mindcrime."
Mitch Lafon (6-1-18)
May 31, 2018 00:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBClint talks with famed podcast host Mitch Lafon about a myriad of rock related topics and Mitch recalls his first interview at age 11 with Gene Simmons.
Vixen's Roxy Petrucci Returns! (5-15-18)
May 25, 2018 03:30 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBVivacious Vixen drummer Roxy Petrucci talks about the band's forthcoming live album "Live Fire" and shares some stories from the early days of touring with bands like the Scorpions, Kiss, Bon Jovi.
Lizzy Borden (5-18-18)
May 17, 2018 00:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBLegendary shock-rocker Lizzy Borden calls in to discuss his first album in 11 years "My Midnight Things" which will be released June 15th via Metal Blade Records.
Chip Z' Nuff & Madame Mayhem (5-11-18)
May 11, 2018 00:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis week's show features Enuff Z' Nuff's Chip Z' Nuff who is discussing the band's current tour and forthcoming album. Madame Mayhem returns to the show to talk about her latest album "Ready For Me" and current tour with Sevendust.
Alice Cooper Guitarist Ryan Roxie Returns! (4-20-18)
April 19, 2018 00:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBRyan Roxie makes his triumphant return to the Music Mania Podcast to discuss his latest solo album "Imagine Your Reality" which will be released May 25th. Roxie also talks about his 10 favorite Alice Cooper songs and the well-oiled machine that is the Alice Cooper band.
Dash Cooper Interview 4/13/18
April 13, 2018 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBDash Cooper of Co-Op talks about the band's debut album which will be released 6/15 via EMP. The son of shock-rocker Alice Cooper also discusses what he learned from his famous father.
Michael Sweet Returns! (4-6-18)
April 07, 2018 00:55 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBStryper frontman Michael Sweet discusses the band's newest album "God Damn Evil" (due out on Frontiers Music 4-20-18) as well as his numerous other projects.
Blues Legend Eddy Clearwater (4-6-18)
April 06, 2018 01:04 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBBlues legend Eddy Clearwater, better known as "The Chief" began his musical odysse back in Chicago in the early 50's. Now, at the age of 83, he's still performing and recording. Hear Eddy's incredible story in this exclusive interview.
Rick Ruhl (Every Mother's Nightmare: 3-23-18)
March 23, 2018 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBEvery Mother's Nightmare frontman Rick Ruhl talks about the bad's latest album "Grind" as well as the formation of the band in Memphis, TN.
Bill Leverty (3-16-18)
March 16, 2018 04:17 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBFirehouse guitarist Bill Leverty talks about the band's upcoming shows as well as his new solo album (which includes two brand new songs available on his site http://www.leverty.com now!)
Brian Forsythe Returns! (3-9-18)
March 09, 2018 02:23 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBKix guitarist Brian Forsythe discusses the 35th anniversary of the band's "Cool Kids" album as well as the importance of the band's continued success through national touring.