Barstool Rockers

A “proper rock show” is what Mick Box is promising on the upcoming Uriah Heep tour, as they support Judas Priest through mid 2019. The band’s 25 album / 50 year path gave us SO MUCH to talk about with Mick and the whole time, it felt like we had known him for years. We chat about writing, touring, balancing family with rock & roll, recording ‘old school’ style, performing with Earth Wind & Fire, and how to deal with an audience that’s so drunk, the police pull the plug on the show.

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He played a role in one of the most epic guitar solos EVER. His double-neck guitar is in the New York City Metropolitan Museum’s Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll exhibition. He took a little time out while he was in New York City for the opening of that exhibition to chat with Finn about his new album, American Rock ‘n’ Roll, his legendary guitar and teaching Tom Petty.

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Michael Schenker is a changed man. With a career stretching back to 1969, the German guitar virtuoso is an artist for whom the term ‘volatile’ has sometimes seemed invented. Recorded with singers and musicians associated with Michael in previous decades, the aptly-titled Resurrection sees Schenker embracing his past to build something fresh and exciting. We had a brief window of time to chat with the legendary guitarist about where he draws inspiration from, the new project and more.

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Uli Jon Roth is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitar players ever. He is one of the last greats who is still around to present his magical style of playing which he already forged in the late Sixties when he was still in his teens. Uli played his first ever show in December 1968 - at the age of 13 - and to celebrate his upcoming 50th Stage Anniversary, he will perform concerts across North America this spring. He had some time to chat with us recently during an extended visit to a truckstop in Canada....

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With songs like Darkness, Darkness, Lightshine, Sunlight, Sugarbabe, Songbird and The Youngblood's version of Get Together, Jesse Colin Young has influenced and shaped the character of
American music for over 50 years. Jesse Collin Young has a new album out called Dreamers, and spent some time chatting w/ Finn.

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Jim Breuer had some spare time on his hands so he spent a few minutes talking with Finn. His new album, "Jim Breuer: Live From Portland" just arrived. It was recorded at Helium Comedy Club and features 14 brand new tracks, were Breuer shares stories from his recent tour with Metallica, aging, and the best part about getting a colonoscopy.

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“Serving The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain,” an amazing read from Danny Goldberg is out today on the 25th anniversary of the passing of Kurt Cobain. The Nirvana manager from 1990-1995 had a chance to spend a few minutes talking to Finn  In the book he shares his memories of his brief but momentous time with Kurt and the band, with candor, honesty and empathy.

Give a listen and get the book.

Read more about the book at barstoolrockers.com

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Carl Palmer took a few minutes to chat with us about his upcoming Prog Rock Camp in November, along with some chatting about Asia, ELP, and other projects he’s been involved with over his illustrious career.

Acclaimed British Rock Musician Carl Palmer (solo artist and founding member of EMERSON LAKE & PALMER and ASIA) To Launch First Annual Musical Progressive Rock Camp Designed ForMusicians and Fans To Learn First Hand!

http://carlpalmer.com/ProgRockCamp/ProgRockCamp-Main.php

World famous drummer/musician Carl Palmer has announced a musical learning experience for drummers, guitarists, bassists, keyboardists and vocalists called Carl Palmer's Prog-Rock Camp.Featuring Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy and very special guests: guitarist Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (ex-Guns N Roses; Sons Of Apollo) and Derek Sherinian (ex-Dream Theater, Alice Cooper, Sons Of Apollo), the camp will run for 3 days in Philadelphia and allow the attendees to learn first hand from some of rock’s greatest musical icons. More guests to be announced. Registration is now open and is on a first, come first served basis. A sell out will be 100 registrants.

“This camp will be a special dream come true for me, “ says Carl Palmer, who has spent many years as an educator and demonstrator of advanced percussion. “It is not designed to be a ‘fantasy’ event, but rather, a complete three day educational adventure for those who really want to improve and advance their musical craft. Of course, fans who want to take in the experience, are welcomed, as well.This is a chance to sit one on one with some of the contemporary musical greats and learn.”

The Camp will begin on Friday, November 8th. and will include three days of events. Among the highlights: Master Classes with Carl Palmer, guitarists Paul Bielatowicz and Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, bassist Simon Fitzpatrick, and keyboardist Derek Sherinian; An informative Q&A with Carl Palmer, his band, and the special guests; a complete Saturday evening concert with CARL PALMER’S ELP LEGACY featuring the greatest music of Emerson Lake &Palmer the WORLD PREMIERE of a never-before-seen complete concert film: ELP LIVE IN SOUTH AMERICA 1997; performances by bands assembled from the attending campers; plus seminars on artist management & booking; a seminar by a renowned life coach; new music technology displays; a Palmer Art Event and much more!

The cost to attend Carl Palmer Prog Rock Camp is $1,399 and includes all events, classes, concert, meals, parking, and hotel lodging.A deposit is required at registration, which will cap at 100 campers.

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Our buddy Sal joined us on the podcast this morning after attending the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony over the weekend. We got his perspective on how things went and what folks have to look forward to when they see select portions on HBO.

We also planned a trip to hang out and watch Baseball.

A native of Brooklyn, New York, Sal Cirrincione got his start in 1983 at the legendary WNEW-FM/AM in New York City where he worked in news production, promotion and as a producer for remote broadcasts. In 1987, he headed to Connecticut to become a promotion director at WRKI in Danbury, followed by, in the same role, WHCN in Hartford.

In 1990, Sal returned to New York City, first taking a position at Neer Perfect Productions, followed three years later by MJI Broadcasting where he created a daily music news and audio service for rock radio. Today’s Rock Facts, and its spinoff, The Classic Daily, are still the leading sources of music news and artist interviews for over 100 of the top rock and classic rock stations across America.

MJI was purchased by Premiere Radio Networks in 1999 and Sal made the transition where he continues in his role as Senior Director of Rock Programming and Specials. In addition to writing The Classic Daily, he is also responsible for artist interviews, including numerous sessions with members of The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, The Who, Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, U2 and hundreds of others. He also covers top music events around the world; produces award-winning specials, including iHEARTRADIO’s Icons series; and has been the MC on the four Moody Blues Cruises, its spinoff, On the Blue, as well as the Rock Legends Cruise 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7.

He resides in New Jersey with his dog Brody.

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There are legends and then there are legends. Robin Trower is BOTH. He played with Procul Harum and fronts his own power trio that will be visiting the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee on April 14th. He has a new album out too called Coming Closer to the Day on which he plays all the musical instruments (sans drums) and provides the vocals.

Robin had just a few minutes to spend with us on the phone to talk about what shaped him musically, the new album, the tour and more.

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Finn had the opportunity to chat with Brian Wheat, one of the founding members of the band Tesla about their new album "Shock." It was produced and co-written by Def Leppard's Phil Collen. They talk about longevity, breakups, reunions, influences and more.

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The morning after the 20th anniversary of his marriage to his wife Tish,  Michael Ciravolo took some time to talk with us about Beauty in Chaos. We talked about the album’s guests and their contributions as well as the role(s) his wife and daughters played in the project.

Along the way, we also answered the pressing questions like, “Is it really a Van Halen reunion if Michael Anthony isn’t on stage?”

Michael Ciravolo is also the President of Schecter Guitars and we only recently learned of this project through Anastasia Vishnevsky, who is the composer and producer of our theme music.  She uses a Schecter guitar on much of her music.

The album is going through a reinterpretation project with several producers and artists taking part.  They’ve also re-recorded a few songs with strings and piano.

Michael recently had the solo on Un-Natural Disaster re-recorded by none other than Zakk Wylde and there’s a video in production for it.  Zakk & Ice T have already shot their parts and we should be seeing it soon.

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Carmine Appice is a legend when it comes to drumming.  AS Rick Van Horn said in Modern Drummer magazine (1999) "Carmine Appice set the foundation for heavy drumming ... before Bonham, before Ian Paice... before anyone else."  He's played with a wide range of bands from Vanilla Fudge, Blue Murder, Rod Stewart, King Kobra, Ozzy Osbourne, Paul Stanley, Ted Nugent, Cactus, and Rod Stewart to name a few.  He even performed on Pink Floyd's "Dogs of War."

He's currently celebrating the reissue of "Carmine Appice's Guitar Zeus" which, released last month, features his '95 and '97 installments of the album and pairs them with five new tracks, yielding a 33 song non-stop who's who of guitar wizardry.

Also this year is the 40th anniversary of the Rod Stewart album Blondes Have More Fun on which Carmine played, sang backing vocals and co-wrote the smash hit "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy." Carmine also co-wrote 1981's "Young Turks from Rod's Tonight I'm Yours album.

Carmine has written several books throughout his career from instructional to biographical.  In "Stick It.  My Life of Sex, Drums, and Rock 'n' Roll" he talks about how hung with Hendrix, trashed hotel rooms, and taught John Bonham (as well as Fred Astaire) a thing or two about drumming (along with some more colorful memories).

http://www.carmineappice.net

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Steve Hackett is heading out on tour this year in support of his newest album At The Edge of Light. He took a little time to chat with us about the album his live shows, Genesis, GTR, and how his music is more like a painting.

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Randy Bachman will be playing a show locally, in our home-base of Eau Claire, WI at the Pablo Center in a few weeks and we had a chance to talk to him as part of a press junket. A brief chat with an icon of the Classic Rock world, whose latest album "By George, By Bachman" pays tribute to Beatle George Harrison.

Randy gives us some insight as to his inspiration for the album and love for the Beatles, as well as a brief chat about a favorite topic of the podcast: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has spoken, and 7 bands will be inducted in January including: Stevie Nicks, Def Leppard, Radiohead, Roxy Music, The Zombies, The Cure and... Janet Jackson??

Needless to say, one of our hosts began his meltdown even before he walked in the door.

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced their "Class of 2019" nominees and, as usual, there are a few names included that, in our eyes, may or may not belong.  If the place only had wings...

Check out barstoolrockers.com for more info on this episode and the Michael McDonald video.  Also, if you'd like to let us know what YOU think about the Hall of Fame, shoot us an email: barstoolrockers@gmail.com.

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Lawrence Gowan had a massively successful career as a solo artist (Gowan) in Canada and in 1999, decided to change directions and took up keys & vocals for the Classic Rock powerhouse, Styx. We got a chance to talk with Lawrence and learn about his past, discuss the latest Styx album and find out who would open if his band and Styx played a double bill together.

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It's been a few weeks since we chatted about the happenings around music.  Seemed like a good day to catch up on things like: Ozzy's LAST EVER tour, Madonna's tribute to Aretha, the first performer at Stonehenge, Ghost's Halloween show, covering oldies, the new AC/DC rumors, Alice Cooper's thoughts on today's musicians, Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody soundtrack, Steve Perry, Michael Schenker, Mr. Big and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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