Sound Matters Xtra… bonus episodes featuring additional interviews, “sound matters”-related commentary, and other assorted short segments and audio ear candy. This one features Tom's conversation with Ringo Nelson and Chuck Stout from Rockford's RIPT talking the new acoustic project "RIPT Off" and upcoming new music...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with RIPT:Facebook: www.facebook.com/riptfromrockfordInstagram: www.instagram.com/riptmusic (@riptmusic) Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

Sound Matters episode 089 features Tom's conversation with guitarist Reb Beach best known for his work with Winger, Whitesnake, and now the supergroup Black Swan. Reb's three decade plus career is as storied as anyone's and includes run-in's with some of music's royalty including the Bee Gee's, Roger Daltry of The Who, and Bob Dylan among others. In this fun and informative conversation, Tom gets Reb to share stories about his early days doing sessions with some of the greats, to working with Winger and Whitesnake, past and present, to his latest release with Black Swan which includes vocalist Robin McCauley (MSG), bassist and producer, Jeff Pilson (Dokken/Foreigner), and drummer Matt Starr. Reb is one cool cat who loves what he does, and loves recounting stories from his impressive rock & roll career.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Reb Beach: Website: www.rebbeach.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/rebbeachTwitter: www.twitter.com/realrebbeach (@realrebbeachInstagram: www.instagram.com/rebbeachofficial (@rebbeachofficial)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 089 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-089/

Sound Matters episode #088 features Tom's compelling conversation with communications expert and speaker coach, Neil Gordon. Neil's message is valuable far beyond those who work as professional speakers. Neil knows how to simply, yet effectively hit at the heart of the communication process that truly lands with audiences, regardless of messaging. Neil’s core message stresses Why Content Is About Empowerment, Not Information… In this in-depth conversation, I ask Neil to take us through his professional career path and process to arrive at the place where he's able to influence and impact his clients so profoundly. Regardless of your specific profession, we're all in the communications business. So listen carefully to this fascinating, and very transparent discussion with one of today's leading communicators as we dig into some more marketing and motivation "sound matters"...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Neil Gordon:Website: www.neilcanhelp.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/neilcanhelpTwitter: www.twitter.com/neilcanhelpLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/neilcanhelpConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 086 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-088/

Sound Matters 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY episode."Highlights & Hits" show #087 features: Joe Dredge & Riley O'Neil from 1440 WROK, the guys from Master Plan, Double T and Mitch from Suite Oblivion, Kevin McCarthy from 96.7 The Eagle, Rob Pace from Drama Queen, , Chuck Stout from RIPT, and Mr. Jeffrey Swanberg.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmatters01:52-12:30 – Joe Dredge & Riley O'Neil from WROK talk disco?12:30-23:08 – Curt, John, and Jim from Master Plan discuss their new album. 23:09-34:59 – Double T from 96.7 The Eagle and Mitch from Suite Oblivion talk Motley Crue, Def Leppard, and Poision stadium tour.35:00-43:25 - Mr. Jeff Swanberg and the (brief) story about Stone Front.45:11-52:26 – Rob Pace from Drama Queen.52:55-1:03:13 - Chuck Stout talking new RIPT music, and Kevin McCarthy from Rockford's Local Music Scene.1:03:14-1:26:48 - Free for all with all of the above talking over/underrated artists, new favorites, and more...Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 087 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-087/

Sound Matters episode 086 features Tom's long form conversation with the outspoken Donnie Vie, former lead singer and chief songwriter of Enuff Z'nuff. Donnie's storied career spans thirty years, with over 25 albums recorded including 4 solo albums, culminating in his latest release, Beautiful Things. Donnie pulls no punches talking about his former band, career, his latest solo music, addiction, sobriety, and his songwriting process, and much more...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Donnie Vie:Website: www.donnievie.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/donnievieofficialTwitter: www.twitter.com/donnievieezn (@donnievieezn)Instagram: www.instagram.com/donnievieofficial (@donnievieofficial)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 086 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-086/

Sound Matters episode 085 features Tom's conversation with Bruno Ravel, founding bassist, guitarist, and chief songwriter of Danger Danger and The Defiants. The Defiants have released two albums to date, and Bruno discusses the latest album, Zokusho, as well as the future of Danger Danger, recording past and present, today's music business, his take on the term "hair metal", and much more...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Bruno Ravel:Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/TheDefiantsOfficial/Website: www.dangerdanger.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/brunoravel (@brunoravel)Instagram: www.instagram.com/brunoravel (@brunoravel)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 085 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-085/

Tom's 2nd in-depth conversation with guitar-master George Lynch from Dokken, Lynch Mob, KXM, The End Machine and several other varied projects. As with last time, George and Tom cover a lot of ground from KXM's new 3rd album "Circle of Dolls," The End Machine, Dokken, a possible George Lynch memoir, and get off the beaten path with a bit of philosophy and politics that is classic George Lynch...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with George Lynch:Website: www.georgelynch.comFacebook Page: www.facebook.com/georgelynchfanpageTwitter: www.twitter.com/lynchrocks (@lynchrocks)Instagram: www.instagram.com/georgelynchofficial (@georgelynchofficial)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 084 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-084

Sound Matters Xtra… bonus episodes featuring additional interviews, “sound matters”-related commentary, and other assorted short segments and audio ear candy. This one features Tom's conversation with Townsquare Media radio personality Double T from 96.7 the Eagle discussing "What Ever Happened to Your Favorite Band?"SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Double T:Website: www.967theeagle.netFacebook: www.facebook.com/terry.turenInstagram: www.instagram.com/doubletrockford (@doubletrockford)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

Rob De Luca is a rock bassist, vocalist, songwriter and producer who’s best known as a founding member of Spread Eagle. He’s also toured with UFO and former Skid Row vocalist, Sebastian Bach, among others, for many years.Hailing from NYC, Spread Eagle released two albums: 1990’s self-titled "Spread Eagle" and 1993’s "Open To The Public." They disbanded in 1995, and in 2006 the band reformed with new personnel on guitar and drums. Today, along with guitarist Ziv Shalev and Rob’s cousin, Rik De Luca on drums, founding vocalist Ray West and Rob De Luca have released the third Spread Eagle album titled "Subway to the Stars" on Frontiers Records. Spread Eagle’s latest album, "Subway to the Stars," is exceptional. As promised, this album picks up right where the band left off in the '90s. This record rocks start to finish with great songs, exceptional playing, and top shelf production. The band likes to call their sound “East Coast Street Metal”... call it what you want, I call it kick ass rock'n roll. Rob was a pleasure to speak to as we dug into Spread Eagle’s current line-up and future plans, what former members are doing today, and his long-standing gigs with both UFO and Sebastian Bach, and his strong advice for musicians today...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Rob De Luca & Spread Eagle:Website: www.spreadeagle.us Facebook: www.facebook.com/spreadeaglenycFacebook: www.facebook.com/robdeluca2012Instagram: www.instagram.com/rob_deluca_bass (@rob_deluca_bass)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

"Be the Best at What You Do the Best"... Help push people past their comfort zones so they can contribute at their highest levels...www.tomleu.com/forty-onetalking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters episode #082 features my conversation with legendary Cheap Trick drummer, Bun E. Carlos. Tom's had the good fortune to connect with drummer, Bun E. Carlos from the rock and roll hall of fame band, Cheap Trick multiple times through the years, beginning when I was in high school back in the mid 1980’s. Bun E. has played on several the greatest songs and albums in rock and roll history, and has successfully carved out a place for himself in the pantheon of the most original and identifiable drummers of all time. Bun E. has always been very gracious with his time, giving me drumsticks from his collection, as well as from other well-known drummers, to supporting my Musician’s Corner® book when it was released back in 2002, being a guest on my previous television show, to coming on the Sound Matters show currently. Bun E. is full of great stories and insights from his legendary career, and continues to play and create music to this day. SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Bun E. Carlos:Website: www.bunecarlos.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/BunECarlosofficialConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

"The Need to Lead"... We're all somebody, to someone, somewhere…www.tomleu.com/threetalking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters episode 081 features Tom's conversation with King's X drummer, singer, and songwriter, Jerry Gaskill. As one of my favorite bands of all time, the criminally underrated, King’s X, getting the opportunity to speak with drummer Jerry Gaskill, was a big thrill for me. I have every album the band has released, and have seen them in concert and photographed them multiple times. I was able to delve into several subjects with Jerry including the band’s book, "King’s X: An Oral History," forthcoming King's X music, Jerry’s solo albums, songwriting vs. drumming, Jerry’s heart attacks, death, and perspectives on health today, and much more. I think Jerry enjoyed this in-depth conversation with me, I know I did, even if I did seemingly stump him a few times toward the end. You be the judge...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Jerry Gaskill:Website: www.kingsxrocks.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/kingsxofficialFacebook: www.facebook.com/jerrygaskillTwitter: www.twitter.com/jerrygaskill (@jerrygaskill)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

This episode of Recovery Collective features Terry "Double T" Turen, one my oldest buddies, and a longtime rock radio personality who shares his compelling story about navigating the alcohol fueled twists and turns of a lifelong music fan and professional broadcaster… and what it’s like today doing it all alcohol-free.Connect with Terry Turen:Instagram: www.instagram.com/doubletrockfordFacebook: www.facebook.com/terry.turenConnect with TOM LEU:Webpage: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Sound Matters episode #080 features Tom's conversation with Los Angeles based music photographer, Dustin Jack. Dustin’s worked with a who’s who in music including Motley Crue, Black Label Society, Sixx:AM, KISS, 5 Finger Death Punch, Shinedown, Rob Zombie, Alter Bridge, Guns N Roses, No Doubt, The Beastie Boys, TESLA and many others. Dustin’s work has been published in numerous publications including Rolling Stone, Modern Drummer, and Vintage Guitar Magazine among others. SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:03:02 - Dustin's early exposure to Motley Crue & his beginnings as a musician himself...06:01 - On the advantages of being a musician as well as a music photographer... 10:06 - Portrait photography vs. live music photography & the pain of missing shots...14:10 - Dustin's beginnings in photography & the art of post-processing...20:10 - On approaching the relationship development part of portrait photography...22:19 - On connecting & working with Motley Crue in the studio for The Dirt...28:05 - On shooting Nikki Sixx, the photographer himself...30:53 - On working with Tommy Lee, Sixx A.M., & Motley...34:22 - About the business side of music photography...36:21 - On country music & the state of rock 'n roll today...40:25 - Dustin's bucket list of artists to work with...45:06 - On "getting access" in photography...48:02 - Dustin's advice to himself coming up in the world...Connect with Dustin Jack:Website: www.dustinjackphotography.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/dustinjackphotographyTwitter: www.twitter.com/DustinJackPhoto (@dustinjackphoto)Instagram: www.instagram.com/dustinjackphoto (@dustinjackphoto)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

"Black Gives Way to Blue"... What Alice in Chains can teach us about putting the 'black in back'...www.soundmatters.tv/black-gives-way-to-bluetalking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters episode #079 features Tom's conversation with Phil Lewis from L.A. Guns, an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1983. Lewis along with founding guitarist Tracii Guns, who were previously estranged and performed in separate versions of the band for several years, have reformed L.A. Guns, and are once again writing, recording and releasing new music together. I caught up with Phil Lewis to discuss the band’s latest album, "The Devil You Know," as well as "The Missing Peace" from 2017, the reconciliation with Tracii Guns, some drama with past members, Phil’s former bandmate, Def Leppard’s Phil Collen, and more. Phil shared plenty of insights and more than a few stories in this conversation.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:02:38 - About the differences with the new album, "The Devil You Know"...05:58 - On the reconciliation with Tracii Guns...06:58 - The songs on "The Devil You Know," and the differences from "The Missing Peace"...14:19 - On writing lyrics today, not repeating yourself, and recording vocals...17:03 - On L.A. Guns' longevity...17:46 - On the latest drama with former drummer, Steve Riley...20:43 - Phil's journey to L.A. Guns and writing the first tunes...23:28 - On Phil's relationship with former bandmate, Phil Collen...24:27 - On Phil's short-lived job as a telephone psychic...26:16 - Phil's advice to a young Phil Lewis coming up in the world...Connect with Phil Lewis:Website: www.lagunsmusic.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/L.A.GunsOfficialInstagram: www.instagram.com/philmusic1 (@philmusic1)Instagram: www.instagram.com/laguns (@laguns)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 079 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-079/

"Time Waits For No One"... 168 hrs/week, that's all you and I get. Use them wisely.www.tomleu.com/fifty-eighttalking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters episode #078 features Tom's conversation with Jeff Pilson from Foreigner, Dokken, & The End Machine. Jeff is an American musician and accomplished producer who is currently the bass guitarist for the rock and roll institution known as Foreigner. Pilson, along with guitarist George Lynch and drummer Mick Brown are probably best known as the classic line-up of the melodic hard rock band, Dokken. Jeff has also performed with Dio, and many other bands, and recently completed the debut, self-titled album for The End Machine along with Lynch, Brown, and Warrant vocalist Robert Mason. As an actor, Pilson played fictional heavy metal bassist Jörgen, in the 2001 film Rock Star. Jeff's energy and enthusiasm for music, decades on into his very successful career, is infectious and refreshing. And it was an absolute pleasure to speak with him.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:02:56 - On how The End Machine came into existence...04:40 - On the first song and video release for "Alive Today"...06:22 - Is The End Machine a band or a project?07:56 - On getting "deeper" with the music on The End Machine...09:54 - About the song "Sleeping Voices" 13:16 - About Robert Mason as a vocalist and performer...14:24 - On working with Robert on The End Machine vs. producing Warrant...16:51 - On the genesis and meaning of The End Machine name...18:31 - On Jeff's upcoming project with Robin McCauley, Reb Beach, and Matt Starr...21:03 - Jeff's take on the music business today...21:56 - On Jeff's increasing role as a producer...23:31 - What has Jeff learned from working with Mick Jones from Foreigner...25:29 - What's on the horizon for Dokken?27:21 - What advice would Jeff give a young Jeff Pilson coming up?Connect with Jeff Pilson:Website: www.jeffpilson.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/TheEndMachineFacebook: www.facebook.com/officialjeffpilsonTwitter: www.twitter.com/jeffpilsonInstagram: www.instagram.com/therealjeffpilson (@therealjeffpilson)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 078 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-078/

Sound Matters Xtra… bonus episodes featuring additional interviews, “sound matters”-related commentary, and other assorted short segments and audio ear candy. Here's Tom as a guest on 96.7 The Eagle with Terry "Double T" Turen talking about the Sound Matters Radio show.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

Jen Elizabeth is an author and recovery advocate. But more fittingly perhaps in my opinion after talking with her at length, Jen is a recovery warrior. She has ended her silence about surviving a multitude of childhood traumas, sexual abuse, drug addiction, jail, and eating disorders... and outlines it all in her first book, "Shape of a Woman." Today Jen is a wife and a mother to two incredible children. She is a writer, and recognized speaker on all things recovery. She has healed her life and inspires anyone who crosses her path to do the same. Jen is terrific, and this episode is one of my favorites!Connect with Jen Elizabeth:Instagram: www.instagram.com/resurrektion_of_meFacebook: www.facebook.com/shapeofawomanbookTwitter: www.twitter.com/shapeofawomanConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Sound Matters "Highlights & Hits" episode #077 features a literal "motley crew" of characters in the WROK studio in Rockford, IL discussing the Motley Crue biopic The Dirt recently released on Netflix. Tom and Terry "Double T" Turen and Kevin McCarthy (from 96.7 The Eagle), Mark "Gobble" Jacobson, Mitch Brechon, Chris White, and J-Ro Rostamo (from Suite Oblivion), Christian Leu, & Joe Dredge (from WROK Radio) run down the good, bad, and the controversial about the killer Motley movie, plus get a bit deep as is the norm on the Sound Matters show...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmatters09:17-16:29 – Joe Dredge & Christian Leu on the Motley movie.18:48-30:07 – Commentary on The Dirt w/Double T, Mitch Brechon, and Mark "Gobble" Jacobson.31:41-37:32 – Commentary on The Dirt and Motley Crue meetings through the years w/Double T & Mitch Brechon.39:53-49:43 - Local music scene talk past and present w/Kevin McCarthy, Double T, Mitch Brechon, Christian White, and J-Ro Rostamo from Suite Oblivion.51:16-1:00:45 – Commentary on The Dirt w/Double T, Mitch Brechon, Christian White, and J-Ro Rostamo including commentary on the timing and political correctness of the Motley movie in 2019...1:02:45-1:13:33 - On the impact and importance of nostalgia in today's music industry w/Double T, Mitch Brechon, Christian White, J-Ro Rostamo, and Christian Leu.1:15:45-1:23:34 - On artist accessibility in the age of the internet w/Double T, Mitch Brechon, Christian White, J-Ro Rostamo, and Christian Leu.Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu) Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.youtube.com/tomleu "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 077 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-077h

Sound Matters episode #076 features Tom's conversation with Tony Harnell. Tony is an American rock singer, best known for his work with the Norwegian hard rock band, TNT. Tony has an exceptional voice and vocal range which spans over 4 octaves. Together, Harnell and guitarist Ronni Le Tekrø have co-written nine studio albums, and two "best of" compilations for TNT, during Tony's his two plus decades with the band. In 2015 Tony briefly fronted the hard rock band Skid Row, and since 2005, also fronts the terrific project, Starbreaker, formed with Magnus Karlson. Tony also writes and records as a solo artist. During this in-depth interview, Tony discusses Starbreaker's 3rd album, "Dysphoria", reflections about his current status with TNT, his short tenure in Skid Row, new music forthcoming, and some personal insights on his current journey through recovery today.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:03:46 - On the status of Tony and TNT...14:13 - About the genesis of Starbreaker's great 3rd album, "Dysphoria"...19:09 - On the lyrical content of "Dysphoria"... 23:23 - On the Lovekillers, and more new music forthcoming from Tony... 24:30 - On Tony's recovery journey, its affect on his music, and outlook today...29:57 - What's up next for Tony Harnell? 34:24 - How to connect with Tony...  Connect with Tony Harnell:Website: www.tonyharnell.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/tonyharnellofficialTwitter: www.twitter.com/tonyharnellInstagram: www.instagram.com/tonyharnell (@tonyharnell)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 076 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-076/

"Radio Show, Ready of Not"... How the hell did I go from working as a DJ on a country music radio station, to getting my own rock 'n roll-type talk radio show on the air in just a few months, and what's to learn from that (i.e. why should you care...)?talking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Tony Harnell is an American rock singer, best known for his work with the Norwegian hard rock band, TNT. Tony has an exceptional voice and vocal range which spans over 4 octaves. Together, Harnell and guitarist Ronni Le Tekrø have co-written nine studio albums, and two "best of" compilations for TNT, during Tony's his two plus decades with the band. With Harnell, In 2015 Tony briefly fronted the hard rock band Skid Row, and since 2005, also fronts the terrific project, Starbreaker, formed with Magnus Karlson. Tony also writes and records as a solo artist. Tony and I connected on social media through the Recovery Collective instagram page at www.instagram.com/recovery_collective and hit it off immediately. In episode 13, Tony got very personal with me during this in-depth conversation sharing both his struggles as well as his solutions for living a sober life today. His candidness and willingness to go deep on this all-important subject of recovery is refreshing and necessary.Connect with Tony Harnell:Website: www.TonyHarnell.comOfficial Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tonyharnellofficialInstagram: www.instagram.com/tonyharnellConnect with TOM LEU:Webpage: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Mark Kendall is the lead guitarist from the multiplatinum band Great White. His passion and natural abilities got him hooked on guitar at a young age. Mark is a solid supporter of MusiCares, and like me big-time recovery advocate. Mark’s relentless efforts to help those seeking a sober life have been expressed in feature stories on Fox News and numerous national radio programs and podcasts. With his rock pedigree, and double digit years of sobriety, I knew Mark and I had to talk at length about two of my favorite subjects (and his I suspect): rock and roll and recovery. Mark’s passion for both is evident in this in-depth and honest conversation…Connect with Mark Kendall & Great White:Website: www.officialgreatwhite.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/GreatWhiteOfficialFacebook: www.facebook.com/MarkSKendallTwitter: www.twitter.com/MarkKendall_GWInstagram: www.instagram.com/mr._greatwhite (@mr._greatwhite)Connect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Sound Matters episode #075 features Tom's conversation with Mark Kendall from the multiplatinum band, Great White. Mark’s passion and natural abilities got him hooked on guitar at a young age. Mark is a solid supporter of MusiCares, and like me big-time recovery advocate. Mark's relentless efforts to help those seeking a sober life have been expressed in feature stories on Fox News and numerous national radio programs and podcasts. With his rock pedigree, and double digit years of sobriety, I knew Mark and I had to talk at length about two of my favorite subjects (and his I suspect): rock and roll and recovery. Mark's passion for both is evident in this in-depth and honest conversation...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:02:26 - Working with Michael Wagener on Great White's "Full Circle" album and documentary...07:36 - On parting ways with former vocalist, Terry Ilous and the addition of Mitch Malloy...11:16 - On still creating and writing new music decades into his career...13:15 - A couple of overlooked Great White song's from band's back catalog... 16:35 - On former lead singer, Jack Russell and their parting of ways... 19:00 - On Mark's sobriety, backstory, philosophies, and work as a recovery advocate today...34:50 - Mark's view on the meaning of "working on yourself" in recovery... 42:53 - Mark's online recovery efforts and endeavors...46:25 - On the difference between wanting vs. needing to make changes in recovery... 53:33 - On creativity and sobriety... 56:38 - Mark's message to someone still struggling with addiction or abuse...61:29 - Reach out to Mark...Connect with Mark Kendall & Great White:Website: www.officialgreatwhite.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/GreatWhiteOfficialFacebook: www.facebook.com/MarkSKendallTwitter: www.twitter.com/MarkKendall_GWInstagram: www.instagram.com/mr._greatwhite (@mr._greatwhite)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 075 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-075/

Sound Matters episode #074 features Tom's conversation with Last In Line drummer, Vinny Appice. Vinny is best known for his work with Black Sabbath and Dio, as well as with numerous other bands and artists including Rick Derringer, John Lennon, Heaven and Hell, and Kill Devil Hill among others. Tom talked to Vinny about the new Last In Line "II" album, the loss of original bassist Jimmy Bain, as well as some history and insights into his decades long career. Vinny has stories for days through his years behind the kit for some of rock and metal's timeless bands. He shares several of them here...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:01:47 - About the new Last In Line album "II"...04:28 - On working with co-producer Jeff Pilson...06:01 - Lyric writing in Last In Line...07:16 - Backstory recording the "Holy Diver" album with Dio...09:05 - Differences between working in Dio vs. Black Sabbath...11:54 - On the loss of bassist Jimmy Bain and addition of Phil Soussan...14:46 - On Vinny's involvement and leaving Kill Devil Hill...17:25 - A big lesson learned from Gene Simmons from KISS...19:50 - What still drives Vinny to this day?21:14 - On working briefly with John Lennon...23:23 - On signing autographs and taking pictures with fans & Ronnie James Dio...25:07 - What advice would he give to a young Vinny Appice...Connect with Vinny Appice & Last In LineWebsite: www.LastInLineOfficial.comWebsite: www.VinnyAppice.comOfficial Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/LastInLineInstagram: www.instagram.com/lastinlineofficial (@lastinlineofficial)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 074 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-074/

"Retire Your Representative"... Who gets more air time: "Real You" or "Rep You"...?www.tomleu.com/retire-your-representativetalking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters Xtra… bonus episodes featuring additional interviews, “sound matters”-related commentary, and other assorted short segments and audio ear candy. This installment features Tom's conversation with longtime bassist Jerry Sofran from the bands Vanishing Kids and Rockford's Name the Moon.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Vanishing Kids & Name the Moon:Facebook: www.facebook.com/jerry.sofranFacebook: www.facebook.com/Vanishing-Kids-328568887984Instagram: www.instagram.com/vanishingkidsFacebook: www.facebook.com/namethemoonbandInstagram: www.instagram.com/namethemoonbandConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

Sound Matters episode #073 features Tom's conversation with Quiet Riot drummer, Frankie Banali. Frankie is best known for his work with multi-platinum heavy metal band Quiet Riot and is the only member remaining from the band's classic lineup. He has been the band's manager since 1994. Frankie has played drums for the band W.A.S.P., as well as with Billy Idol, and on numerous other albums as a session drummer. In this candid conversation, Tom and Frankie get into some great backstories about Kevin Dubrow, Randy Rhoads, in the studio with Quiet Riot, recording with Blackie Lawless and W.A.S.P. and much more...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Frankie Banali & Quiet Riot:Website: www.quietriot.bandFacebook: www.facebook.com/quietriotTwitter: www.twitter.com/quietriotInstagram: www.instagram.com/quietriotofficialConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 073 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-073/

Sound Matters show #072 is the TWO YEAR Anniversary episode of Sound Matters Radio broadcasting on 1440 WROK out of Rockford, IL. Tom and his several guests celebrate and discuss the show's origins, evolution, and recap the past two years entertaining matters in music, marketing, and motivation.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmatters02:36-10:46 – Tom and Christian Leu share some favorite moments from the show's first two years...11:10-18:35 – Tom and Joe Dredge from WROK recap the show's origins...19:59-37:32 – Rob Pace and Matt Vogt from Drama Queen, and Kevin McCarthy from 96.7 The Eagle and Rockford's Local Music Scene...31:58-36:43 - Chuck Stout from RIPT...37:33-53:01 – Curt Lewis and John Bruneni from Master Plan…53:05-67:32 - Tom and Christian recap more favorite moments...68:15-73:19 - Tom closes out the show with some final thoughts and the Sound Matter Moment...**I'd like to thank the many guests who've taken time to come on the Sound Matters show over the past two years. I've thoroughly enjoyed all of the conversations, and am looking forward to many more. Many thanks to the show's listeners on WROK radio, as well as online via our podcasts. Keep that shit up...!Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.youtube.com/tomleu "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 072 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-072

Katie Lain is the Director of Community Engagement at Ria Health at www.RiaHealth.com/collective. Katie is also an active YouTuber with a great channel called Embody Daily at www.youtube.com/embodydaily, where she shares her personal journey from alcohol addiction using the Sinclair Method of recovery offered through Ria Health, which we discuss in this episode.About Ria Health:Ria Health is a next-generation solution for people who want to stop drinking too much. The company uses mobile technology, one-on-one interactions with addiction specialists, and daily support to help members accomplish their goals and improve their overall well-being. By engaging with physicians and coaches at home, measuring consumption with simple tools, and reducing cravings with FDA approved medications, members experience rapid improvement and achieve a lasting and holistic impact. Ria Health's unique use of personalized care and data science was created by a team of doctors and technology experts.Connect with Katie Lain & Ria Health:Website: www.RiaHealth.com/collective Instagram: www.instagram.com/embody_daily YouTube: www.youtube.com/embodydailyConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Sound Matters Xtra… bonus episodes featuring additional interviews, “sound matters”-related commentary, and other assorted short segments and audio ear candy. This one features Tom's conversation with Curt Lewis and John Bruneni from Rockford's Master Plan discussing their new and upcoming music.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersConnect with Master Plan:Facebook: www.facebook.com/Rock.Master.PlanWebsite: www.masterplan.comConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv

Dr. Howard Wetsman is an addiction psychiatrist, scientist, and author living in New Orleans. Howard, as he likes to be called, has a long history of treating addiction within multiple paradigms. He blogs at TOCDr.com, has written a book called QAA Questions and Answers on Addiction, and maintains a great channel on Youtube called “Ending Addiction.” Dr. Wetsman's work is both fascinating and pioneering, and this conversation is one of the most compelling I've participated in. He makes some bold claims here, and from what I'm learning about his ideas, and the science that supports them... I believe he's truly onto something revolutionary within the fields of addiction and recovery. Connect with Dr. Howard Wetsman:Website: www.tocdr.comFacebook Page: www.facebook.com/HowardWetsmanAddictionDoctor/Twitter: www.twitter.com/addictiondocMDYoutube: www.youtube.com/endingaddictionConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

"the shiFt"... Debut talk shiFt episode introducing the series intent, style, and 4 key principles: 1) Challenge what's possible. 2) Choose new paths. 3) Change yourself. 4) Change the world. In that order...talking shiFt = to Change - to Challenge - to Learn - to Grow & Improve - using principles of Communichology™ = the Intersection where Communication & Psychology collide. >> Connect with TOM LEU:www.TomLeu.com - (Main)www.16Imaging.com - (Photography)www.SoundMatters.tv - (Radio Show & Podcast)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)I help kick your business or personal brand to the next level by sharing choice words on change to chuck the vices, devices, or distractions to get unstuck and out of ruts. Through my writings and stories from the world's of rock & roll and recovery, I shiFt the conversation by calling out careless and complacent communication, bad behavior, and poisonous pop culture psychology. Purpose: To grow and improve; to contribute more than you consume. Why-the-hell-not?

Sound Matters episode #071 features Tom's conversation with Miljenko (Milly) Matijevic, the powerful voice and frontman of Steelheart. Milly and Tom discuss the band's new live album "Rock 'n Milan," his unique and varied career including contributions to the movie "Rock Star," fronting The Doors, past and unreleased Steelheart music, the band's upcoming 30th anniversary plans, and more...SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:00:48 - Does doing interviews ever get old...?01:08 - About the new live album, Steelheart "Rock 'n Milan" CD/DVD out on Frontiers...04:15 - Steelheart 2019 and the "Good 2B Alive" album...06:08 - Milli's varied career to this point and beyond...11:52 - On touring with Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger from The Doors...16:40 - On making money in the music business today, and upcoming Steelheart music...21:20 - On the love/hate for social media...Connect with Miljenko Matijevic:Website: www.steelheart.comFacebook: www.steelheart.com/officialsteelheartTwitter: www.twitter.com/steelheartbandInstagram: www.instagram.com/miljenko.mConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 071 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-071/

Sound Matters episode #070 features Tom's in-depth conversation with the legendary K.K. Downing, formerly of Judas Priest. Tom and K.K. dive into his great book Heavy Duty, Days and Nights in Judas Priest, where he pulls no punches about his experiences growing up, forming one of the greatest heavy metal bands in history, it’s aftermath, and many intimate details about his life in and out of the band, past and present. I found K.K. to be pleasant, forthright, accommodating, and in a word… classy.SOUND MATTERS Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/soundmattersInside the Interview:05:29 - What it's like succeeding as an author...06:28 - Reasons for initially being reluctant to writing a memoir?07:45 - Most difficult part of writing an autobiography, and the writing process? 14:57 - Excerpt from the book that sets the tone for what's to come...20:20 - On being diplomatic in a band for decades...22:25 - On being personally transparent...25:54 - Why it even shocked him when he decided to leave Judas Priest...28:24 - On making "the ultimate sacrifice" and thoughts on solo albums...37:23 - On band line-ups and new members...42:55 - K.K.'s meticulous style of learning guitar...45:36 - Overlooked gems in Judas Priest's back catalog?46:37 - K.K.'s view of songwriting and the evolution of Heavy Metal...48:32 - On Priest's legacy and K.K.'s thoughts of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame...50:12 - What has over four decades in music taught K.K. Downing?51:32 - What advice would K.K. give a young Ken Downing?52:50 - About www.kkdowning.net Connect with K.K. Downing:Website: www.kkdowning.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/kkdowningsteelmillInstagram: www.instagram.com/kkdowningsteelmillConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 070 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-070/

Sound Matters episode #069 features Tom's latest conversation with vocalist and frontman for The Last Vegas, and The Claws, Chad Cherry. Chad is not only one of the coolest rockers I know, he's also an accomplished serial entrepreneur, with multiple projects going at all times. I was able to catch and shoot The Claws on a trip to LA, and we discuss this plus much more...Inside the Interview:02:11 - About Chad's current band, The Claws from Los Angeles...09:52 - The latest on The Last Vegas band...22:13 - About Chad Cherry Clothing...27:06 - On Chad's new work in commercial and placement production music projects...33:26 - About Chad's film and soundtrack project called Dreaming in Neon...35:10 - Final thoughts on pursuing your passions, creating opportunities, and dreaming big..Connect with Chad Cherry:Website: www.thelastvegas.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/chadcherryclothingFacebook: www.facebook.com/thelastvegasTwitter: www.twitter.com/chad_cherry (@chad_cherry)Instagram: www.instagram.com/chadcherry13 (@chadcherry13)Instagram: www.instagram.com/theclawsla (@theclawsla)Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 069 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-069/

Sound Matters episode #068 features Tom's great conversation with music industry executive, Grammy winner, and author of the compelling memoir, Appetite for Dysfunction, Vicky Hamilton. Considered one of the most successful music executives in the industry, Vicky Hamilton has discovered, developed or managed the careers of Mötley Crüe, Stryper, Poison, Guns 'N' Roses, Faster Pussycat and many others (Lost Boys, Randy O). David Geffen hired her as A&R executive at Geffen Records. She has also worked with famed manager Elliot Roberts at Lookout Management/ Vapor Records, before moving to Capitol Records as A&R consultant. Vicky released country legend, June Carter Cash’s album Press On, on her Small Hairy Dog label in 1999 which went on to win a Grammy in 2000. Currently, Vicky owns and operates Aesthetic V management and productions, which represents and develops bands, artist and special projects.Inside the Interview:02:00 - About the Tender Beats band...02:35 - Vicky Hamilton introduction...03:13 - On working with Country legend, June Carter Cash...09:06 - On Appetite for Dysfunction, the book...09:55 - Possible TV series...?10:52 - On the book writing process and chronology...14:58 - Tom, Bret Michaels, and tattoos... 17:41 - Vicky's take on Poison, Tom's take on "Lead Singers' Disease," Faster Pussycat, the Cathouse...21:21 - On the Vicky Hamilton disease: "like to be right, and like to be first"...24:35 - On the Tender Beats part 2...27:44 - A day in the life as an A&R rep then, and the music/media biz today...30:24 - On Vicky's long-term sobriety today... 35:31 - Get autographed, limited editions of the book...37:35 - Vintage videos of Vicky on www.vickyhamilton.com... 38:48 - About Vicky's record label, Dark Spark Music...Connect with Vicky Hamilton:Website: www.vickyhamilton.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/aestheticvTwitter: www.twitter.com/aestheticvInstagram: www.instagram.com/aestheticvickyConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 068 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-068

Stewart Michaelson is the founder of Join the Nation Network, and is a sobriety advocate, motivational speaker, and coach. Having spent the better part of a decade in public life, Stewart understands from a political perspective the issue of mental health and the illness. What started out in his youth as a simple nights of drinking with the boys on weekends, led to drinking and driving, a criminal record, abusive behavior and a broken family. Stewart became a full on alcoholic! After a decade of alcohol abuse and abusive behavior, Stewart confronted his alcoholism head on. A recovering alcoholic today, Stewart accepts life on life’s terms, continues to attend AA meetings regularly and has began to help his fellows in their pursuit of a better life based on Responsible Sobriety.Connect with Stewart Michaelson:Website: www.askme4myhelp.com Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/jointhenationnetworkTwitter: www.twitter.com/jtnnetworkInstagram: www.instagram.com/jointhenationnetworkConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

"Highlights & Hits" featured on episode #067: 02:18-04:00 - Shout out to Christian Leu on his new job in television production, in addition to working in radio...07:31-20:05 - Jro Rostamo (from Suite Oblivion, Drama Queen, & Mob Zero), and Allen Smith from Letsinger...20:17-37:32 - Drama Queen (Matt, Rob, Tee, Jim, & Jro)38:35-46:00 - Round table discussion with all of the above rock and rollers...Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 067 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-067

Amy Dresner is a former professional stand-up comic, having appeared at The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and The Improv. Since 2012, she has been a contributing editor of the online addiction and recovery magazine TheFix.com. She’s also written for several other publications including Addiction.com, PsychologyToday.com, the Good Men Project, The Frisky, Refinery 29, among others... "MY FAIR JUNKIE: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean" is Amy’s first book, and is a darkly funny and revealing debut memoir of one woman's twenty-year battle with sex, drugs, and alcohol addiction, and what happens when she finally emerges on the other side...Connect with Amy Dresner:Website: www.amydresner.comFacebook Page: www.facebook.com/amydresnerofficialTwitter: www.twitter.com/amydresnerInstagram: www.instagram.com/amydresnerConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

"Highlights & Hits" featured on episode #066: 03:41-18:10 - Tom and Christian discuss the current "diss track" feud, and marketing implications between rappers MGK and Eminem...20:20-23:26 - This episode closes with Tom's signature Sound Matter Moment titled "Time Waits for No One"...Connect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 066 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-066

Lara Frazier is well-known in the digital recovery space as a speaker and truth-teller, a sobriety warrior, an innovator, and a writer. She is a fierce believer in the power of owning our stories and is a strong advocate for addiction recovery. Lara shares a story of healing: in sobriety, through addiction, in life and love, and in all the other big, huge moments of fear and magic that we rarely talk about, but we should. Lara received her MBA in Marketing & Global Business from Pepperdine University. After many years of working in the entertainment industry, Lara became addicted to prescription pills and left her career to seek help and find her truth. Lara's work has been featured in publications such as The Huffington Post, Glamour, AddictionUnscripted.Com, and WorkIt Health.Connect with Lara Frazier:Website: www.larafrazier.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/laraannfrazierInstagram: www.instagram.com/sillylaraConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

On Sound Matters episode #065, Tom hosts the return of Matt Vogt and Rob Pace from Rockford's Drama Queen talking about their big CD release party and debut gig, plus much more...Connect with Drama Queen:Website: www.dramaqueenrocks.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/dramaqueenroxxReverbNation: www.reverbnation.com/therealdramaqueenConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.SoundMatters.tv | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tv "Sound Matters Radio" Episode 065 at www.SoundMatters.tv/sound-matters-radio-065

Wesley Geer has been a professional musician for over 20 years. He first found success as the founding member of Jive Records artist Hed P.E. as a guitarist, songwriter and producer. After touring the world for eight years, Wes left the band for a lifestyle change and ultimately landed in rehab. Then in 2010, at almost three years sober, he was approached to play with the legendary band Korn. He joined Korn and worked with them as their touring guitarist for the next several years, traveling to 42 countries, headlining shows, and appearing on a number of recordings, cable and TV shows. In 2012, Wes founded Rock to Recovery in an effort to bring a new and unique type of group music expression into treatment centers -by forming a band! The program is designed so that ‘non-musicians’ can access the magic, healing, and uplifting powers of writing and playing music. Connect with Wes Geer:Website: www.rocktorecovery.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/rocktorecoveryInstagram: www.instagram.com/rocktorecoveryConnect with TOM LEU:Website: www.RecoveryCollective.rocks Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.tomleu.tv

Kevin Polky from Shatter Our Silence is a former champion bodybuilder and now a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified School Social Worker, executive coach, former football and strength coach and personal trainer. Kevin and I dive into his personal recovery journey, the good reasons for founding SOS, and impactful strategies for working through the darkness that sometimes affects us all. Kevin has worked with individuals, families, and organizations in areas of Illinois and Wisconsin. Kevin also facilitates men’s groups, conducts workshops and seminars, and serves as a consultant to businesses, schools, and churches. In 2016, Kevin founded Shatter Our Silence a non-for-profit company to increase awareness and educate on the factors that lead to suicide in young adults. Kevin volunteers at local schools and churches, teaching youth and adult classes on a variety of psycho-social-spiritual material. He is active on a variety of non-for-profits board of directors for local agencies. And in addition to all of that… he also happens to be one of my oldest friends.Connect with Kevin Polky:Website: www.shatteroursilence.org Website: www.kpcounseling.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/sosrockfordConnect with TOM LEU:Websites: www.RecoveryCollective.net | www.TomLeu.com | www.16Imaging.com Official Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/tomleu2Instagram: www.instagram.com/recovery_collective (@recovery_collective)Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomleu (@tomleu)Twitter: www.twitter.com/tomleu (@tomleu)YouTube: www.talkshiFt.tvEpisode Sponsors:Ria Health >> www.RiaHealth.com/collectiveSober Evolution >> www.Sober-Evolution.com