On the Road to Rock With Clint Switzer
327 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 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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Patrick Stone (Budderside- 3/2/18)
March 02, 2018 00:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBBudderside frontman Patrick Stone talks about the band being signed to Lemmy's Motorhead Music and his dizzying rise from drug addict to rock star.
The Return of Michael Schenker (2-22-18)
February 22, 2018 16:30 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThe iconic guitar hero talks about the new Michael Schenkerfest album "Resurrection" which is available March 2nd via Nuclear Blast Records. Michael will also bring his Schenkerfest tour (featuring all 3 MSG singers) to the U.S. for a spring tour beginning in March.
Brent Muscat (2-16-18)
February 16, 2018 13:44 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBFormer Faster Pussycat & current Saints of Las Vegas guitarist Brent Muscat joins host Clint Switzer to talk about living the Vegas lifestyle and the formation of his current band, the Saints of Las Vegas.
Glenn Hughes Returns (2-2-18)
February 02, 2018 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe Voice of Rock is back, this time to talk about his cover of "Roxanne" by the Police and the new Rock Against Trafficking album. Glenn is also discussing the latest Black Country Communion album and his return to South America to perform Deep Purple classics.
Drew Fortier (1-30-18)
January 30, 2018 02:58 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBZen from Mars and Bang Tango guitarist talks about his numerous upcoming project including a documentary about the legendary Chuck Mosley and a new Zen From Mars album.
Jeff Scott Soto (1-26-18)
January 26, 2018 00:12 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBPowerhouse rock vocalist Jeff Scott Soto talks about his busy schedule including a new solo album, Sons of Apollo project and appearing in Trans Siberian Orchestra.
Garry Peterson (The Guess Who, 1-19-18)
January 19, 2018 03:24 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBFounding member of drummer of The Guess Who talks about the legacy of the band and plans for 2018 and beyond.
"Happy" from Hairball (1-10-18)
January 10, 2018 03:44 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBGuitarist "Happy" discusses Hairball's rise to stardom and the importance of paying proper tribute to rock's biggest bands.
Carmine Appice (1-5-18)
January 05, 2018 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBDrumming legend Carmine Appice joins host Clint Switzer to discuss the latest Appice brothers album "Sinister," as well as some memorable moments from Carmine's dizzying career.
Rudy Sarzo & Patrick Kearney (12-29-17)
December 30, 2017 00:28 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBBass legend Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy, Whitesnake, Dio, etc) talks about the new film "Hired Gun" as well as his prodigious career in rock n' roll. Patrick Kearney is discussing his band Station, a melodic quartet from New York City.
A Very Metal Christmas (W/ Brian Tichy & Mark Slaughter)
December 22, 2017 15:34 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBTis' the season for Yuletide magic as Brian Tichy & Mark Slaughter are featured guests to talk about their latest respective Christmas projects.
Kate Grom (12-13-17)
December 13, 2017 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBSinger/songwriter Kate Grom talks about her latest single, a cover of "All I want For Christmas is You," as well as her debut album "Heroine" which is available now via kategrom.com
Robin McAuley (11-22-17)
November 22, 2017 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBRobin McCauley, best known for his stunning vocal work in bands like MSG and Survivor, discusses the massively successful Raiding the Rock Vault show in Las Vegas and his recent collaboration with Michael Schenker.
Tom Keifer (11-15-17)
November 15, 2017 03:22 - 19 minutes - 30.6 MBThe legendary voice of Cinderella discusses the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed solo effort "The Way Life Goes" as well as his recent health scare.
Doug Aldrich & Joe Retta (11-3-13)
November 03, 2017 20:17 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBLendary axeman Doug Aldrich discusses his prolific career including the latest album from Revolution Saints "Light in the Dark," while Heaven and Earth vocalist Joe Retta talks about the band's latest album "Hard to Kill."
Duncan Coutts (Our Lady Peace- 10-31-17)
October 31, 2017 22:33 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOur Lady Peace returns to Kansas City November 7th at the Truman and have also released a new EP "Somethingness Vol.1"
Phil Lewis (10-27-17)
October 27, 2017 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBLA Guns frontman Phil Lewis talks about the band's latest album "The Missing Peace" and the events that led to his reunion with guitarist Tracii Guns.
Lawrence Gowan (Styx, 10-21-17)
October 22, 2017 00:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBStyx frontman Lawrence Gowan talks about the band's latest album "The Mission" and weighs in on classic bands playing with replacement members.
Simon Daniels (Autograph, 10-1-17)
October 01, 2017 00:00 - 15 minutes - 12.8 MBAutograph frontman Simon Daniels calls in to talk about the group's latest album "Get Off Your Ass," and the unconventional way in which he joined the band back in 2013.
Matthias Jabs (Scorpions, 9-21-17)
September 22, 2017 01:22 - 17 minutes - 15 MBScorpions guitarist Matthias Jabs talks about the success of the band's current North American tour with Megadeth and why the band decided to continue after its initial farewell.
Tommy James (9-19-17)
September 20, 2017 03:09 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MBRock legend Tommy James discusses his prolific career including recording the hit record "Hanky Panky" at 16 years old and turning down the offer to play at the original "Woodstock."
Robert Tepper 9-15-17
September 15, 2017 02:29 - 33 minutes - 27.4 MB80's movie soundtrack legend Robert Tepper talks about his whirlwind stardom which occurred following the release of "No Easy Way Out" from the Rocky IV soundtrack.
Doro Pesch 8-31-17
August 31, 2017 00:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBThe Metal Queen joins host Clint Switzer to talk about her upcoming U.S. tour and her favorite collaborations from Lemmy, the Scorpions, Amon Amarth and Udo.
Richard Black (Shark Island) 8-25-17
August 25, 2017 00:33 - 28 minutes - 23.9 MBShark Island vocalist Richard Black talks about the band's genesis playing clubs in Hollywood as well as his plans for Shark Island going forward.
Jeff Pilson 8-13-17
August 13, 2017 14:21 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MBForeigner bassist Jeff Pilson is back on the Music Mania Podcast discussing the band's current 40th anniversary tour as well as his thoughts on the Dokken mini-reunion last fall.
Blaze Bayley 8/8/17
August 08, 2017 18:56 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe former Iron Maiden frontman talks about his upcoming U.S. Tour as well his time fronting Maiden from 1994-1999.
Greg Smith (Ted Nugent Band) 8/4/17
August 03, 2017 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBWell-traveled bassist Greg Smith talks about Ted Nugent's current summer tour as well as his time playing with bands like Dokken, Blue Oyster Cult and Alice Cooper.
Marco Mendoza 7-25-17
July 25, 2017 21:36 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBDead Daisies bassist Marco Mendoza chats about the band's upcoming "Dirty Dozen" U.S. Tour as well as his work with such legendary acts as Ted Nugent, Lynch Mob, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy.
Phil Soussan 7-14-17
July 14, 2017 19:38 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBLast in Line and Raiding the Rock Vault bassist Phil Soussan talks about playing with Ozzy, Vince Neil and the upcoming Last in Line North American Tour.
Rex Brown (6-30-17)
June 29, 2017 14:02 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBFormer Pantera bassist Rex Brown discusses his forthcoming solo release "Smoke This" which is available July 28th.
Juan Croucier (Ratt) 6/23/17
June 23, 2017 23:47 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBRatt bassist Juan Croucier calls in to talk about the band's wildly successful summer tour and addresses his former bandmate Bobby Blotzer's disrespectful comments.
Pat Torpey (Mr. Big)
June 21, 2017 01:39 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBMr. Big are hitting the road in support of their latest album "Defying Gravity" and we are speaking with drummer Pat Torpey backstage before the show at Knuckleheads Saloon in Kansas City.
Phil Collen & Troy Luccketta 6-16-17
June 16, 2017 02:21 - 38 minutes - 32.4 MBDef Leppard guitarist Phil Collen talks about the 30th anniversary of the band's "Hysteria" album as well as their current tour with Poison/Tesla. Troy Luccketta talks about the band's legacy and what it's been like playing with Def Leppard for a third time.
Joey Allen (Warrant)- 6/9/17
June 09, 2017 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.6 MBWarrant guitarist Joey Allen discusses the band's latest album "Harder, Louder, Faster" and talks about late singer Jani Lane.
Rockfest 2017 Preview W/ Dean Roland
June 01, 2017 22:08 - 18 minutes - 15.4 MBRockfest is one of the nation's largest one-day rock festivals and we are talking about the lineup and new venue at Kansas Speedway with Collective Soul guitarist Dean Roland.
Rocklahoma 2017 with C.J. Pierce (Drowning Pool, As Above/So Below)
May 30, 2017 00:35 - 16 minutes - 14 MBHosts Clint Switzer and Paul Lagana are live at the Rocklahoma Festival in Pryor, OK and giving their thoughts on all the action. C.J. Pierce from Drowning Pool and his friends from As Above/So Below join them to talk about the 11th edition of Rocklahoma.
Mark Kendall 5-26-17
May 25, 2017 00:00 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBLead guitarist and founding member of Great White talks about the band's upcoming album "Full Circle" and gives his thoughts on the legacy of the band from its inception in the late 70's.
Mark Slaughter 5-18-17
May 18, 2017 00:00 - 20 minutes - 17.2 MBMark Slaughter talks about his new solo album "Halfway There" which comes out on May 26th, as well as the legacy of the band Slaughter.
Wednesday 13 (5-12-17)
May 12, 2017 00:00 - 21 minutes - 34.1 MBShock-rocker Wednesday 13 calls in to discuss his latest album "Condolences" which will be released June 2nd via Nuclear Blast Records.
David Ellefson 5-5-17
May 04, 2017 00:00 - 31 minutes - 26.7 MBThe Megadeth bassist discusses the band's upcoming leg of the Dystopia World Tour and what it was like winning a grammy. David is also talking about his latest coffee venture, Ellefson Coffee Co.
Steve Blaze 4-28-17
April 27, 2017 00:00 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MBLillian Axe guitarist Steve Blaze talks about the band's forthcoming album "From Whom To Tomb" as well as his latest ghost-hunting adventure "The Veil."
John Corabi 4-20-17
April 20, 2017 00:00 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MBJohn Corabi returns to the Music Mania Podcast to talk about the Dead Daisies' new live album "Live and Louder" which comes out May 19th through SVP. He is also discussing his time in Motley Crue and has a few words for Ratt drummer Bobby Blotzer.
Jens Sjoholm (Crazy Lixx)
April 18, 2017 22:23 - 14 minutes - 12.1 MBBassist for Swedish hard rock band Crazy Lixx talks about the band's new album "Ruff Justice" as well as recording the theme song for the new Friday the 13th video game.
Greg Kihn 4-14-17
April 13, 2017 00:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThe legendary leader of the Greg Kihn band joins Clint & Paul to discuss his new album "ReKIHNdled" as well as his prolific career in rock n' roll.
Dave Meniketti 4-7-17
April 07, 2017 02:03 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBThe enigmatic Y&T frontman/guitarist talks about the legacy of the band as well as their upcoming world tour which begins Friday 4-7 in Las Vegas, NV.
Brad Gillis 4/1/17
April 01, 2017 14:04 - 16 minutes - 14.3 MBThe Night Ranger guitarist discusses the band's latest album "Don't Let Up" which is available now through Frontier Records as well as the legacy of Night Ranger. http://www.musicmaniapodcast.com @MusicMania_Show http://www.nightranger.com
Jack Russell 3/2/17
March 02, 2017 00:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBJack discusses his brand new album "He Saw It Coming" and talks about keeping his voice in top form.
Steve Stevens 2/24/17
February 24, 2017 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBBrilliant guitarist Steve Stevens talks about his 35 year collaboration with Billy Idol.
Michael Schenker 2-17-17
February 17, 2017 00:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThe enigmatic guitar legend talks about his upcoming Michael Schenker Fest DVD and live album as well as his trouble's over the years dealing with his brother Rudolph and the Scorpions.
John 5 2/12/17
February 12, 2017 00:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBGuitar legend John 5 talks about his upcoming solo album (Season of the Witch) and tour. He also discusses his time working with David Lee Roth, Rob Halford, Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie's upcoming summer tour.