Tom Morello’s Maximum Firepower
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 155 ratingsA monthly podcast focusing on the music, the moments, and the movements that have shaped Tom’s worldview and left an indelible mark on him as an artist and activist.
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Episodes
Steve Vai - Top 10 Guitars In The History Of Music
April 20, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBCelebrate International Guitar Month as Tom welcomes his good friend and legendary guitarist, Steve Vai. Tom and Steve make their case for the Top 10 Guitars In The History Of Music
Allison Hagendorf - Top 10 Rock Moments of the 1990's
March 23, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by his good friend, Allison Hagendorf. The "Queen Of Rock" and Tom make their case for the Top 10 Rock Moments of the 1990's
Billy Bragg - Top 10 Greatest Moments In Protest Music
February 23, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by his good friend, singer/songwriter and activist Billy Bragg. The two go back and forth to share the Top 10 Greatest Moments In Protest Music
K.Flay - The Top 10 Cities To Rock In Around The World
January 26, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes his good friend, collaborator and fellow Chicago suburbanite, K.Flay. The musician, songwriter, singer/rapper and Tom go back and forth to share their Top 10 Cities To Rock In Around The World
Steve Earle - Top 10 Acoustic Troubadours Of All Time
December 22, 2022 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBSinger-songwriter, record producer, author and actor Steve Earle joins Tom as the two make a case for the Top 10 Acoustic Troubadours Of All Time
Nita Strauss - Top 10 Sidepersons Of All Time
November 24, 2022 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes Alice Cooper's shredding guitarist Nita Strauss. Nita and Tom go back and forth to share their Top 10 Sidepersons Of All Time
John 5 - Top 10 Instrumental Rock Jams Of All Time
October 20, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes his good friend John 5. The Rob Zombie guitarist and Tom go back and forth to share their Top 10 Instrumental Rock Jams Of All Time
Mary Morello
September 22, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes "the most radical member or the Morello family" his mom, Mary Morello. The two discuss her worldly travels and incredible work on the cusp of her 99th birthday!
Bob Ezrin - Top 10 Guitar Solos Of All Time
August 25, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes legendary record producer, Bob Ezrin. Tom and Bob throw down their picks for Top 10 Guitar Solos Of All Time
Taylor Momsen - Top 10 Rock Reinventions
July 21, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes The Pretty Reckless frontwomen, Taylor Momsen. Tom and Taylor make a case for their Top 10 Rock Reinventions
Laura Jane Grace - Top 10 Punk Rockers Of All Time
June 23, 2022 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes the founder, singer, songwriter and guitarist of Against Me! The two throw down their Top 10 Punk Rockers Of All Time
Paul Stanley - Top 10 Moments in KISS-tory
May 26, 2022 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes rock & roll icon Paul Stanley. The legendary KISS frontman and singer go back and forth to share their Top 10 Moments in KISS-tory.
Paul Stanley
May 26, 2022 17:30 - 25 minutes - 57.4 MBTom welcomes rock & roll icon Paul Stanley. The legendary KISS frontman and singer go back and forth to share their Top 10 Moments in KISS-tory.
Slash
February 23, 2022 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes his longtime friend, legendary guitarist and rock & roll icon, Slash
Steve Stevens
February 02, 2022 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by his friend Steve Stevens - longtime guitarist for Billy Idol. The two discuss his illustrious career and more!
Larry LaLonde
January 12, 2022 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBPrimus guitarist, Larry LaLonde, discusses his band's history, his love for metal and his friendship with Tom over the years.
Ike Reilly & Sons
January 05, 2022 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLibertyville, Illinois hometown hero and Tom's longtime friend, Ike Reilly and his sons discuss growing up in the Chicago suburbs
A Rich Punk Rock History
December 29, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLars Frederiksen of Rancid joins Tom to discuss his new solo album and their rich punk rock history together
"One Of The Most Influential Americans Of All Time"
December 22, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes one of "The 100 Most Influential Americans Of All Time", politician, Ralph Nader
Jerry Cantrell
December 15, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLongtime friend and founding member of Alice In Chains, Jerry Cantrell, joins Tom to talk about his new solo album, "Brighten." The two also reminisce on rocking stages around the world together over the decades
The Queen Of Palestinian Techno
December 08, 2021 19:07 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThe "Queen of Palestinian techno" Sama' Abdulhadi joins Tom to talk about their collaboration on his Atlas Underground Fire album and more
SELLOUT
December 01, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis week, Tom is joined by Dan Ozzi, author of the new book SELLOUT: The Major Label Feeding Frenzy That Swept Punk, Emo, and Hardcore (1994-2007)
Human
November 24, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes Barns Courtney - the charismatic singer/songwriter/musician featured on the song "Human" from his Atlas Underground Flood album
Night Witch
November 17, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by Phem - an exciting and talented new artist featured on the song "Night Witch" from his Atlas Underground Fire album
All Things Rock & Rebellion
November 10, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes grandson. They discuss collaborating on the song, "Hold The Line" and all other things rock & rebellion.
Michael Moore Part 2
November 03, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBPart two of Tom's conversation with his longtime friend and collaborator, Oscar-winning director, Michael Moore
Michael Moore Part 1
October 27, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBHear part one of Tom's conversation with his longtime friend and collaborator, Oscar-winning documentarian, Michael Moore
Woody Guthrie: Songs and Art, Words and Wisdom
October 20, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes Nora Guthrie, daughter of Woody Guthrie to discuss the forthcoming book, Woody Guthrie: Songs and Art, Words and Wisdom and more!
Alternative Uprising
October 13, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBTom and the former MTV VJ, Matt Pinfield, discuss the origins of what came to be known as "alternative" music
Life Behind A Lense
October 06, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBRenowned rock photographer, Danny Clinch, joins Tom to talk about his life behind the lense, music, sports and more.
Joe Strummer/Johnny Cash
September 29, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBAuthor Antonino D’Ambrosio joins Tom to talk about two of his favorite artists, Joe Strummer and Johnny Cash, both of whom Antonino, has written books about.
The History Of The Ghost Of Tom Joad
September 22, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJake Clemons of the E Street Band joins Tom to examine the history of the song "The Ghost of Tom Joad." From Steinbeck's The Grapes Of Wrath, to Springsteen's acoustic ballad, to Rage Against The Machine's cover, and beyond.
Nothin But A Good Time with Tom Beajour & Richard Beinstock
September 15, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom welcomes Richard Beinstock and Tom Beajour authors of the book Nothin' But A Good Time: The Uncensored History of the '80s Hard Rock Explosion
U2 & More Part 2
September 08, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBPart two of Tom's conversation with The Edge on U2, touring together, guitars, activism and much more
U2 & More Part 1
September 01, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBHear part one of Tom's conversation with The Edge on U2, touring, guitars, activism and much more
The Best Concerts Ever with Matt Pinfield
August 25, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom and Matt Pinfeld have been to A LOT of concerts over the years. This week, the two friends share their absolute favorite live shows ever.
Frontline Of A Protest Band Part 2
August 18, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBPart two of Tom's conversation with Wayne Kramer (MC5) and Chris No.2 (Anti-Flag) on power, pride and pitfalls of being in a protest band
Frontline Of A Protest Band Part 1
August 11, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBHear part one of Tom's conversation with Wayne Kramer (MC5) and Chris No.2 (Anti-Flag) on power, pride and pitfalls of being in a protest band
Rock Queen with Allison Hagendorf
August 04, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by his good friend Allison Hagendorf, or as he calls her..."The Queen Of Rock"
Steve Vai Part 2
July 28, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIt's not often Tom gets to talk with one of his guitar heroes. Catch part two of his conversation with Steve Vai.
Steve Vai Part 1
July 21, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIt's not often Tom gets to talk with one of his guitar heroes. This week, he welcomes his good friend, Steve Vai. Catch the first of a two part series.
Baseball, Hip Hop & Rock with Chuck D
July 14, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom and the legendary rapper, Chuck D, talk about their first passion...baseball.
Dungeons and Dragons with Vince Vaughn and Dan Weiss
July 07, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom's good friends, Dan Weiss (Game Of Thrones co-creator), and actor Vince Vaughn get together to talk about something near and dear to their hearts, the game...Dungeons & Dragons
Sun City
June 30, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBE Street Band legend, Little Steven joins Tom to talk about his solo work and the song, "Sun City"
The Catastrophists
June 23, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom is joined by The Bloody Beetroots to go track by track through their new collaboration The Catastrophists EP
The Last Guitar Hero with Dennis DeYoung
June 16, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBFellow Chicagoan and founding member of Styx, Dennis DeYoung, joins Tom to talk about their recent collaboration, his career, and more!
Radium Girls
June 09, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBMish Way (White Lung) and Delila Paz (The Last Internationale) join Tom to talk about collaborating on a new song, "Radium Girls" off The Catastrophists EP
Tom & Tim
June 02, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBRise Against lead singer, Tim McIlrath, joins Tom to talk music, Chicago, activism and more!
Suburban Angst & Crazy Rock n' Roll with K.Flay
May 26, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBTom's good friend, collaborator, and fellow Chicago suburbanite - K.Flay, talk performing together, new music and more!
Eruption - The Life and Legacy of Eddie Van Halen
May 19, 2021 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBTom, Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme) and John 5 (Rob Zombie) discuss the life and legacy of guitar hero, Eddie Van Halen