Albert BouchardAs the drummer on such eternally classic songs as “(Don’t Fear) TheReaper,” “Godzilla,” “Burning for You” and others, Blue Oyster Cult’s AlbertBouchard is firmly cemented in rock-n-roll history. Today, he’s reimaginingBOC’s music on his latest album, “Imaginos II: Bombs Over Germany.” We caughtup with him to discuss the past and present (and, yes, we asked him about “MoreCowbell!”).Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Phil LewisOn a hot streak since reuniting with guitarist Tracii Guns in 2017,vocalist Phil Lewis joins us to discuss L.A. Guns’ new album “Checkered Past,”his former band Girl (including a hilarious introduction to Randy Rhoads), hisopinion of Axl Rose and memories of touring with Dangerous Toys. We also getthe scoop on a Summer 2022 tour package you won’t want to miss.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Jay Jay FrenchAs the founder, guitarist and manager of Twisted Sister, Jay JayFrench spent a hard-fought decade on the New York/New Jersey club circuitbefore gaining international stardom in 1984. In his new book, “TwistedBusiness,” Jay Jay shares how tenacity, wisdom, trust and reinvention turnedeach stroke of bad luck into a rebounding success … again and again, on stageand off.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Gonzo SandovalArmored Saint drummer Gonzo Sandoval surprises us with a special-guest appearance before and after our scheduled interview with his guitar-playing brother, Phil. We were obviously more than happy to take a double dose of the Saint!Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Phil SandovalIn the tradition of brothers who formed heavy rock bands (Van Halen, Pantera and AC/DC), guitarist Phil Sandoval and drummer Gonzo Sandoval turned their childhood passion for rock-n-roll into the California metal band Armored Saint. Tours with Metallica, Scorpions, Quiet Riot and many others helped cement Armored Saint’s reputation as one of power metal’s most enduring and beloved bands. We talk to Phil Sandoval about all things past and present, including Armored Saint’s latest album, “Punching the Sky.”Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Dan Delaney "Danbowski"Dan Delaney’s passion for rock music borders on the fanatical (and we mean that with high praise and respect)! As a lifelong superfan, Dan embraced YouTube in its infancy and began using the platform to review albums and offer commentary on hard rock and metal bands (as well as other interests, including hiking in Mexico). From knowing song sequences and liner note factoids to reciting lyrics off the top of his head and adding his own personal insights, Dan’s video commentary will keep you up past your bedtime. Check him out here: https://www.youtube.com/c/danbowskimexico/videosCreated and Produced by Jared Tuten

Mike SolizAs the piercing vocalist for Militia, Mike Soliz was a central figure in the history of the mid-1980s South/Central Texas thrash-metal scene. Alongside Texas bands like Watchtower, S.A. Slayer, Juggernaut and Helstar, Militia were early peers of Metallica, Anthrax, Slayer and others who rose to international fame. Join us as Mike recalls Militia’s brief, but storied (and highly collectible) past and brings us up to date on the band’s latest lineup and album, “And the Gods Made War.”Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Rodney DunsmoreFormer thrash-metal vocalist, concert promoter and mega-collector Rodney Dunsmore discusses his massive record collection (more than 10,000 LPs), singing for Devastation, touring with his idols and his lifelong passion for heavy metal.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Simon WrightAC/DC was a worldwide juggernaut when Simon Wright joined the band in 1983 at the young age of 20. After drumming on three AC/DC albums and playing in front of massive audiences around the world, he left to join Dio and, later, Rhino Bucket, UFO, Pat Travers and Operation Mindcrime, among others. We caught up with him to discuss his star-studded career and quickly learned to appreciate his humility and humor.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Chad CherryAs the front man for The Last Vegas, Chad Cherry made his mark as one of rock’s most charismatic lead singers (just ask Nikki Sixx, Alice Cooper or Matt Sorum). Today, his appreciation for Jagger and Stewart is front and center with The Claws, and his clothing line is worn by members of the Alice Cooper band, pop star Pink and others. Join us as he recalls touring arenas with Motley Crue, discovering horror movies and punk rock, and working with B-movie actress, Sybil Danning.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

John GallagherAs one of the forerunners of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, Raven influenced countless thrash and speed metal bands, including a little-known Metallica who served as their opening act on the 1983 cross-country U.S. “Kill ‘Em All For One” tour. Bassist/vocalist John Gallagher joins us to discuss the early years, his ongoing partnership with his guitar-playing brother, his tricked-out bass guitars and what’s next for Raven.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Tim “Ripper” OwensHe grew up worshipping his favorite metal band and ultimately became their lead singer (sounds like a movie, doesn’t it?). In proving himself to be up for the job, he also became widely recognized as one of the best vocalists on the planet. Join us as we catch up with Tim “Ripper” Owens to discuss his reunion with former Judas Priest band mate, K.K. Downing, and their new album, “Sermons of the Sinner,” being released under the moniker, K.K.’s Priest.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Nigel GlocklerAs the “engine room” who drives the battering beat of metal legends, Saxon, drummer Nigel Glockler has a long and prolific history as a master of his craft (he’s also one of the nicest and funniest guys in all of rock, and an honorary Texan to boot!). Give a listen as we discuss the latest Saxon news, his early days in Toyah, stints in GTR and Asia, as well as a punching contest with Nikki Sixx and recording with Elton John.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Danko JonesHis namesake power trio is fueled by the supercharged strut of KISS, Thin Lizzy and AC/DC. Join us as blood-sweating rocker Danko Jones discusses his upcoming new album; opening for Guns N’ Roses and the Rolling Stones; recording with Broken Teeth; and befriending Voivod and Duff McKagan.

Don Van StavernAs the bass player for S.A. Slayer during the early 1980s, he earned his crown as Texas metal royalty. From there, he moved on to Narita, Riot, Pitbull Daycare, Evil United and Alcatrazz. Join us as we sit down with Donnie Van Stavern to discuss the legendary Slayer vs. Slayer concert in San Antonio, his “brotherhood” with Riot guitarist Mark Reale and the meaning behind “coat on chest.”Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Claudio BergaminBest-known as the artist behind Judas Priest’s “Firepower” album cover, Claudio Bergamin has also done artwork for Rob Halford, Cassius King and others. Have a listen as we learn how his early appreciation for KISS, Iron Maiden and UFOs has inspired his fantasy and paranormal artwork.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Thommy PriceHe was all over MTV in the early 1980s as the drummer for Scandal and Billy Idol before finding a permanent home with Joan Jett for the past three decades. His list of session work includes names like Roger Daltrey, Ronnie Wood, Michael Monroe, Sylvain Sylvain, Blue Oyster Cult and Wanda Jackson. Join us as we welcome one of rock’s most prolific drummers to the Talk Louder podcast.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Monte A. MelnickHe spent 22 years “On the Road with the Ramones” as the unsung hero of punk rock’s hardest working, most influential (and dysfunctional!) band. He’s also an author and musician who had a recording contract before “joining” the Ramones. Enjoy the ride as we get in the van with Monte A. Melnick to learn how he kept his sanity for more than two decades as the babysitter for rock’s best-dressed, underdog gang of cretins.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Tony Scalzo of FastballIn 1998, Austin-based rock band Fastball hit a grand slam with the platinum album “All the Pain Money Can Buy” and its smash hit single, “The Way.” Singer/songwriter/bassist Tony Scalzo tells us what it’s like to rocket from the local club scene to international stardom in the space of six months.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Adam HamiltonHe played bass in L.A. Guns and lived with Poison guitarist C.C. DeVille in the “house of horrors” before becoming an in-demand producer who’s worked with L.A. Guns, Sunbomb, Elliot Easton, Bootsy Collins and countless others, including – believe it or not – Hollywood stars William Shatner, David Hasselhoff and Ann-Margret. Join us as we trace the never-a-dull-moment career track of Adam Hamilton.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 41David Roach of JunkyardAs the singer for Junkyard, David Roach took an unknown Black Crowes on tour as his opening act and saw Axl Rose wear his band’s T-shirts on stage and in photo shoots. He’s also enjoying a second wave of success since the 2017 release of Junkyard’s excellent “High Water” album and its follow-ups, including an in-the-works new album. Did we mention he went to high school with Jason McMaster and just happens to be one of the funniest hangs we’ve ever had on the show?Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 40Ian MacDougallWhen he’s not blasting away as a guitarist for powder-keg punk-rockers, the Riverboat Gamblers, he’s hawking Broken Gold and gigging with Band of Horses. He also works for the Foo Fighters, has toured with CJ Ramone and has a Mom who was cool enough to buy him a Dead Kennedys record when he was a kid. Ladies and gents, please welcome Ian MacDougall.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 39Bobby JarzomobekHand-picked to keep the beat for Rob Halford, Sebastian Bach, Riot, Fates Warning and country megastar George Strait, Bobby Jarzombek is one of the most gifted and in-demand drummers on the scene. We revisit his early beginnings with San Antonio metal heroes, Juggernaut, and find out how a metal dude landed one of the sweetest gigs on the planet.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 38Demetrius BermudezFrom Queensryche and Dio Disciples to Rhino Bucket, DOYLE and more, “Deme” has tour managed and teched across many miles. He also worked at the legendary Sound City studio in Los Angeles. We ask him to tell us what it’s REALLY like behind the scenes of a rolling rock tour.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 37 Georg Dolivo of Rhino Bucket He tried to walk away from rock-n-roll, but couldn’t escape what’s in his blood. Georg Dolivo joins us to discuss the return of Rhino Bucket, his history with Jason and Dangerous Toys, and how his band came up with that ridiculously cool moniker.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 36 Bobby Landgraf His Austin friends call him “Bobby Rock,” but the rest of the world knows him as Bobby Landgraf, the one-time guitarist for metal supergroup, Down. Join us as we laugh it up tracing Bobby’s journey from local sound guy through on-stage stints with Dino Lee, Honky, Gahdzilla Motor Company and his travels as a go-to guitar tech for Down and ZZ Top.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 35Frank Meyer Best known as the leader of long-running L.A. punk band, The Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs, Frank Meyer has worked alongside punk legends Wayne Kramer, James Williamson, Cheetah Chrome and Cherie Currie, among others. He’s also an author who’s covered the Ramones, fatherhood, Megadeth and (almost) David Lee Roth; and an award-winning hip-hop documentarian with countless – and often hilarious – stories about growing up in Hollywood.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 34 Tape Trading Jason and Dave rewind to the pre-Internet days of licking stamps, stuffing envelopes and trading home-recorded punk and metal cassette tapes through fanzines and the mail.

Episode 33 Jason “Ginchy” Kottwitz He played guitar in the revived Dead Boys and toured Japan alongside New York Dolls guitarist Sylvain Sylvain (who basically moved into his house for a while and brought along his, um, sewing machine!). He’s also collaborated with the Geto Boys’ Bushwick Bill and has countless stories of punk-rock misadventures. Join us as we pick the brain of Jason “Ginchy” Kottwitz.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 32 Sean Weingartner and “The Book”Its pages are an archive of hard rock and metal bands both prominent and obscure, but the real stories are the ones told by its owner Sean Weingartner who has lugged “The Book” far and wide to get its pages autographed. Have a listen as we pick his brain about his rock-n-roll adventures.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 31 Patrick Kennison He plays guitar in Lita Ford’s band, fronts Heaven Below and has toured with Marilyn Manson and Ozzfest as a member of The Union Underground. We know him as our local pal who grew up worshipping Motley Crue, Accept and Judas Priest. Join us for a lively, career-spanning conversation with our first-ever Talk Louder guest, Pat Kennison.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 30 Rock Magazines Rock-n-read!!! In the days before the Internet, rock geeks kept up with their favorite bands through the printed pages of magazines. Join us as we go back to our teens and recall our earliest must-have mags as well as some of our more recent favorites.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 29 Sabbath – Ozzy vs. Dio Metal’s mightiest band gave us two of the genre’s most menacing voices, but which classic Sabbath lineup was the blackest, bloodiest and heaviest? We share our thoughts on one of metal’s most impossible debates.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 28 David Lee Roth with Van HalenFew rock singers could start a party better than David Lee Roth and with a cracking band behind him, he helped skyrocket Van Halen to the stratosphere of mega success. We discuss the cackling charisma of rock’s reigning clown prince and hear some hilarious quotes straight from his mouth as he joins us for a “guest appearance” you don’t want to miss!Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 27 Deep Purple’s Family Tree The roots of Purple run Deep and the branches stretch far and wide to include Rainbow, Whitesnake Sabbath and many others. Join us as we go out on a limb to trace the vast connections to one of hard rock’s most defining and influential bands.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 26 No Original Members? We’ve all been caught off guard by bands touring without original members, but how much do you care? Is the gig about the songs or the players? What about two bands touring under the same name? Where do you draw the line?Created and Produced by Jared Tuten Intro Graphics by Stuart Laurence Web design by Moonray Web Designs

Episode 25 Sammy Hagar He’s been standing on top of the rock for nearly five decades, but there is so much more to Sammy Hagar’s success story than Montrose, a star-making solo career and the mega-stardom (and bitter contention) of Van Halen. As a once aspiring boxer, a tirelessly driven entrepreneur and all-around, high-energy personality, Hagar’s career could have taken many paths. Join us as we discuss the many fascinating layers of the Red Rocker.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 24 Power Ballads They were practically mandatory in the 1980s, but power ballads have existed as long as rock-n-roll. Have a listen as Dave and Jason go beyond the obvious to discuss the softer sides of the Scorpions, Danzig, UFO, WASP and others.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Episode 23 Rock Star Memories Pt. 1 Dave and Jason share memorable moments (and “Spinal Tap” shenanigans) with rock stars and heroes, including Dee Snider, CJ Ramone, Rob Zombie, Duff McKagan, Saxon, Ginger Wildheart and more.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten Intro Graphics by Stuart Laurence Web design by Moonray Web Designs