Welcome Neil Osborne, lead singer of Canadian legends 54.40. It's a family affair as we discuss his project with daughter Kandle called "A Family Curse", classic venues like El Mocambo and the Cavern Club, playing their first show the night John Lennon died, and filming the "Ocean Pearl" video.

Nikki and Brooke from the "My So-Called Whatever Podcast" join me for an episode packed with NKOTB goodness! We do a little trivia quiz, talk solo careers, the cruise, Donnie and Joey on their podcast, my meet and tweet with Jordan, how they helped get Lady Gaga noticed, that photo book by Lynn Goldsmith that felt like softcore porn, and why we still love them. Forever. 

Lead singer David Wanless joins me to discuss the Niagara Falls, Ontario hard rock band Sven Gali! We talk lead singer duties, Headbanger's Ball, running into Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, and Blind Melon in the recording studio, more tales from Muchmusic Snowjob, and more.

Welcome talented artist Adam Emil! He has performed on several of the "I Love The 90's" tours, and been a member of Color Me Badd. Here we chat about the advice Stevie Wonder gave him, his sweet home of Chicago, and what exactly IS a "roni"?

She's one of the most successful artists in Canadian history, and she's here to share her stories. Welcome the legend, Alannah Myles. Let's celebrate her birthday on Christmas Day as she shares what defines sexy, what record companies can do to a career, and she doesn't hold back! She's in such a great place in her life, and we are grateful to chat with her.

My guest Kendra and I chat about the interview with Alannah Myles, as well as celebrities eating hot wings on YouTube, our invitation to Donnie Wahlberg and the Wahlburgers show, and why fandom affects us the way it does.

Welcome my friends Kendra and Lauren to the show, as we compare the greatest Christmas albums of the 90's, just in time for you to build a playlist! We also talk about why people hate Christmas songs, drink and festively giv'er.

The former lead singer of my favourite power pop group Enuff Z'Nuff is here, completely uncensored. We have a candid conversation that includes memories of being on David Letterman's show, Clive Davis and the signing to Arista, the craft of writing the hook, where his relationship is with the band today, and crossing the American/Canadian border with ... pharmaceuticals? 

One of Canada's best, Safwan Javed from blues rock band Wide Mouth Mason stops by to share some stories!  We talk Nickelback, Saskatchewan, the 20th anniversary of the album "STEW", Montreaux Jazz Festival, playing the drums with cold hands in the winter, Muchmusic SnowJob, and partying from time to time...

My podcast fam Charlie Biddiscombe and Quinn Clark from L2L Podcast are here to eat the "memberberries" with me and talk Weird Al in the '90's. 4 great albums, a bunch of polkas, AL TV, UHF vs VHF, and Johnny Cash getting high and eating cake in a bush.

Welcome Evan Mudryk to the show! We discuss the Canadian one, maybe two hit wonder LEN, and how they went into hiding fairly quickly. We also talk about Evan's journey and YouTube channel, and tons of karaoke chat.

Joining me this week is a young man who wasn't even born yet in the 90's - the grandson of original Temptations member Otis WIlliams - Trace Austin. He's developing a fresh sound in the hip-hop/rap world, and tells us about growing up learning from his R&B heritage, working with legend Teddy Riley, and his travels. Then the crew play another round of "This Is F*#king Stupid".

A double sized episode where I get to know both Derry Grehan and Johnnie Dee of classic rock band Honeymoon Suite! We discuss their 90's album "Monsters Under The Bed", their fondest memories, as well as some not so great times, and how their latest single is hot on the charts. 

In salute to the life of guitar legend Eddie Van Halen, Colin Krieger and I talk about the '90's releases of the band - "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge:, "Balance", and "Van Halen III". A small amount of disputing over who the best VH vocalist was, and showing some love for Gary Cherone. Also, we need to have a gofundme to get Colin a Cameo from Vince Neil.

The talented gentlemen who sang in the Morgan Freeman movie "Lean On Me" are here! They tell all about the filming of the movie, 2 appearances on The Arsenio Hall Show, selling each other coveted food cans on the bus on tour, the treat known as Squirrel Nuts, and the amazing track they did for the Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson movie "White Men Can't Jump".

Vin Rock is Hip Hop Royalty! He joins me to discuss the history of his Grammy Award winning rap group Naughty By Nature. We discuss teaming up with NKOTB and the Mixtape Tour last year, modem speeds and more classic 90's internet tales, being the first artist win the Grammy for "Best Rap Album", and more!

pop/R&B musician Roger Ortega is here to chat about all the cool experiences he had in the '90's! Hanging with Color Me Badd, touring, Donnie Wahlberg, and his new endeavours. We also play more music trivia on our segment "This Is F**king Stupid".

Not much is more iconic in Canada than the CBC children's show, Mr. Dressup. Our childhood mornings consisted of colouring, crafts, singing, and dressing up and playing with Mr. Dressup, Casey and Finnegan. Film maker Rob McCallum is exploring the legacy of the show that made Ernie Coombs' character a part of every Canadian household for more than 30 years and 5 generations. He has traveled the country interviewing the people behind the show to make a new documentary. Where are the treehouse and the Tickle Trunk now? Why did Casey and Finnegan disappear? Your questions answered!

MC Skat Kat was the famous cartoon cat that danced, rapped, and sang with Paula Abdul in one of the biggest hits of the early '90's - "Opposites Attract". Off the success of that track, the character even had an album of their own. 3 musicians provided the voice of MC Skat Kat. One of those voices - OneGunn - joins me on the podcast to talk MC Skat Kat, his projects Mazarati, The Wild Pair, and his solo work, and working with both Prince and Paula Abdul. We also present the second edition of our music trivia segment!

"Bon Jovi Discussions" host Jerry Braden joins me to discuss the first of the two Jon Bon Jovi solo albums - "Blaze of Glory". Is it a soundtrack or not? What was Jon's vision when he wrote this album? A multitude of guests appear on this record such as Elton John, Jeff Beck, and Little Richard. Jerry and I dissect the album inspired by the movie "Young Guns II". 

Sweet Sensation is one of the biggest groups in the dance genre called "freestyle". Lead singer Betty Dee joins me to chat about music, fashion, topping the Billboard chart, growing up in the Bronx, and their fantastic career. 

One of Canada's foremost music publicists, Eric Alper joins me to talk about the life of working in public relations for musicians. How he got started in the 90's, the stories along the way, and gives much great advice for those who want to work in music.

Welcome Craig Northey of Canadian pop/rock band Odds! What happened to him when they performed at the Muchmusic Video Awards? Craig shares about their relationship with Kids In The Hall and Warren Zevon, and the concert he watched from the top of the slide that changed his life. We also debut our brand spankin' new segment, "This Is Fucking Stupid", possibly the hardest '90's music trivia you will ever play.

Musician Reuben Anderson joins me for a solid chat focused on Canadian pop/rock icons Odds. We also touch on the beginnings of Green Day, I call out Maroon 5 for lameness, the term "sell out", the weird, forgotten Foo Fighters video "Walking After You", and Reuben's experience breaking his back, then creating an album about it.

Suhayla Sabir (Sweet LD) joins me to talk about her groundbreaking rap group, Oaktown's 357! A true pioneer of female representation in rap music. We talk the MC Hammer days, east coast vs. west coast feuds, her favourite places in Oakland, California, taking care of yourself, and the wildness of the '90's!

Blues rock artist Bobby Cameron joins me to reminisce about his 1994 hit single "Human Fortress", working with Randy Staub, his candid discussions with Canada's most well known manager, Bruce Allen, how songwriting has been a force in his life, winning Guitar Warz, and the Edmonton gem, the Sidetrack Cafe.

Funky Bunch members "Big Ace" Thomas and Hector "The Booty Inspector" Barros join me to chat about the Boston origins of The Funky Bunch, the link to NKOTB, our favourite tracks, when Mark's career in acting took off, and their current projects. 

Tal Bachman joins me from Victoria, British Columbia. We discuss the restaurant industry, audio engineers, how his hit single "She's So High" came to be, researching for his father Randy's show "Vinyl Tap", and more.

A fun interview with the man behind the hit "The One And Only", Chesney Hawkes! This British musician became a star in his early twenties, and achieved heartthrob status. We discuss what it feels like to be in the teen magazines, working with one of his mentors, Nik Kershaw, and much more! 

A show dedicated to the CBC's groundbreaking entertainment show, "Good Rockin' Tonite". For 10 years, it ruled Friday nights as the source for music videos, interviews, charts, and more on Canadian television. Legendary GRT host Stu Jeffries joins me to discuss his most fond memories and interviews, the Gretzky trade, Switchback, intimidating moments, and his broadcasting heroes.

Richard and Fred Fairbrass join me for the 25th episode! We preview their new EP, "Good Times Everybody", talk about their creativity during isolation, where to visit in England, performing for the Queen, what sexy thing Madonna had to say about Richard, and having a #1 hit that is still popular to this day with "I'm Too Sexy".

Rock & blues phenom Trevor Finlay joins me from Nashville to discuss all things about the career of Dan Baird. We also chat about Trevor playing for Tiffany for almost a decade, The day Richie Sambora left Bon Jovi and Trevor's awesome gift, Phil X, NAMM Convention, guitarist Doug Aldrich, and lots more.

Let's have an inspiring conversation with the Queen of Rave, Rozalla! She joins me from London, where we talk about health and happiness, her touring with Michael Jackson, her upbringing, and her success in dance music. Join us for a candid chat with the singer of the hit "Everybody's Free (To Feel Good)"!

Colin Krieger joins me to go over the history of southern rock band Jackyl. We discuss a few celebrity encounters, Jackyl frontman Jesse James Dupree's Playgirl photo spread, try to remember when and why rockers cut their hair off, Quarantine eating, and then we sit down with the guitarist of Jackyl - Jeff Worley - who tells us incredible road stories and more about the career of Jackyl.

A child prodigy in music with an incredible vocal range, Tevin Campbell had a huge career, and a lot of the biggest names in the music industry in his corner. Quincy Jones, Prince, Babyface - they all believed in his talent. My special guest Anthony Honciano is a big Tevin fan. He joins me from San Francisco to discuss the rise, fall, and comeback of Mr. Campbell.

I chat with a multi-talented woman with an amazing life - Donna De Lory. Early in her career, she became one of two backing vocalists for all of Madonna's world tours from 1987 - 2006. This week marks the 30th anniversary of Madonna's Blonde Ambition World Tour arriving in Toronto, and being told she would be arrested if she simulated masturbation on stage.  Donna shares her experience auditioning for Madonna, the touring life, her solo releases, the pleasure of working with fantastic musicians, our mutual admiration for Nuno Bettencourt, learning mantras, and so much more.

A threesome featuring Colin Krieger and Kendra Klassen-Hunt. We indulge in the career of the guy who brought rap to pop music, MC Hammer! The parachute pants, the money, his faith, the beefs, the Surreal Life, and what's a "roni"? We're just legit enough to be employed! Maybe...      

My conversation with Spek, a former member of the group who defined jazz flavoured hip-hop in Canada. He speaks about how he joined the duo, his solo work, and how he's currently making music careers happen in the United Arab Emirates.      

Welcome James Bryan a.k.a. Milo of Prozzäk to the show! We chat about the animated pop phenomenon. Delve into their past, talk Muchmusic, ICQ, and how James was involved in Canada's biggest hit about oral pleasure!

I chat with talented actor and musician Jesse Lipscombe about the career of Amanda Marshall. Why did she disappear? #ComeBackAmanda. 

I chat with founding member of Calgary vocal harmony group EarthTONES, Scott Henderson. Reviewing their history, the time they recorded in Prince's Paisley Park Studio, and much more. I also share how MC Hammer answered my request on Periscope.

What band set £1,000,000 on fire? Shot blank bullets at the crowd at the Brit Awards? Left a dead sheep at the afterparty? Enlisted the queen of country music, Tammy Wynette, for the first EDM/country crossover hit? The K.L.F. is gonna rock ya! Join me and my guest, Chris Monroe on our journey visiting the history of the biggest selling singles artist of 1991 worldwide, and how they tried to destroy their own career.

Spending time with virtuoso bassist Billy Sheehan. We chat about the Rainbow Room, Max Webster, David Lee Roth, Van Halen, his beginnings in bass, and his historic career! Colin Krieger joins in to wrap up the episode.

Hanging out and drinking with singer/Mr. Big fan Kendra Klassen-Hunt! A review of the interview with Eric Martin, and going over some tracks. We discuss the current state of the podcast, hanging out at the video store, Nim Jiom, and how I can't get my beer open.

A stellar chat with the lead singer of Mr. Big, Eric Martin. We cover some deep cuts, his road experiences, being big time in Japan, taking care of your voice, and he briefly grabs the guitar! A supersized episode.

"Bon Jovi Talk Podcast" host Jay Harris joins me from Liverpool, England. We review Bon Jovi's underrated 1995 album "These Days" track-by-track. 

Featuring an interview with the phenom voice of Love Inc. and BKS - Simone Denny! We discuss past and current projects. A review of the musical legacy of Toronto's Chris Sheppard. Crazy!

Reviewing the tragic history of the band Gin Blossoms with guest Quinn Clark. We also talk Columbia House, the demise of the compact disc, and Xennials!