Rock Fan Radio

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Rock Fan Radio is where a bunch of opinionated musicians and lifelong rock fanatics gather to argue, laugh, and geek out over the music that matters. With decades of show-going under our belts and band experience on stage, we bring the perspective of fans who've lived it and players who've played it. Expect honest takes on new albums, war stories from the road and the pit, and the kind of passionate debates that only happen when people who've loved rock for 30+ years get together—it's messy, it's fun, and it's real. RSSVERIFY

Episodes

  1. Aug 21

    S2E19 - Do Vocalist Swaps Work? | Van Halen, AC/DC, TDG & Lorna Shore | Deftones, NIN + Jordan Fish

    Lead singer swaps: the ultimate rock band gamble!  Did Van Halen get better with Sammy Hagar, or did they lose their soul? We’re diving deep into the biggest lineup changes, the drama, and the unexpected comebacks. In this episode: ▸ **Van Halen** vs. **Van Hagar**: The legendary split and the battle for album sales. ▸ **Lorna Shore**’s **Will Ramos**: How one vocalist’s demonic screams blew up the deathcore scene. ▸ **Asking Alexandria**’s chaotic journey: From Warped Tour metalcore to soft rock for teens. ▸ **Three Days Grace**’s revolving door: Adam Gontier’s return and the awkward duo dynamic. ▸ **Anthrax**’s John Bush vs. Joey Belladonna: The great thrash debate. ▸ **AC/DC** after Bon Scott: Brian Johnson’s legendary debut and the “Death by Misadventure.” This is Rock Fan Radio, where the fans call the shots and the takes get loud. New episodes every week. Subscribe and follow so you never miss one. Plus, we’re talking Nine Inch Nails’ ‘Broken’ EP, Royal Blood’s raw new sound, and a criminally underrated duo making waves from Atlanta. We also dive into new singles from Like Moths to Flames and Northlane, plus Parker’s band Pillars drops a new track. And Jason has some truly terrible takes on Foo Fighters and AC/DC that you won’t want to miss!  CHAPTERS 0:00 Doors 1:55 Sound Check 2:55 Song Of The Week 8:31 Backstage Buzz 9:30 LGR 18:12 Lets Get Heavy 29:55 The Headliner: Lead Singer Swaps BANDS IN THIS EPISODE Van Halen, Lorna Shore, Asking Alexandria, Three Days Grace, Anthrax, AC/DC, Judas Priest, Live, Chiodos, Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver, Nine Inch Nails, Islander, Royal Blood, Pillars, Like Moths to Flames, Northlane, Chelsea Grin, Motley Crue, INXS, D.R.U.G.S., Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Talk Show, Army of Anyone, Filter, Guns N’ Roses, ZZ Top, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Black Keys, Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, Motorhead, Beartooth, Local H, Wage War, Dillinger Escape Plan, Mastodon, Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder, The Plot in You, Thornhill, Architects, Bring Me the Horizon, Humanity’s Last Breath, Endits, Armored Saint, My Darkest Days, Saint Asonia, Staind, Nickelback, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Candlebox, Korn, Polyphia, Marilyn Manson, Adam Gontier, Matt Walst, Tom Barber, Alex Kohler, CJ McCreary, Will Ramos, Al Atkins, Rob Halford, Tim Owens, Joey Belladonna, John Bush, John Corabi, Vince Neil, Steve Stevens, Michael Hutchence, JD Fortune, Danny Worsnop, Dennis Stoff, Ben Bruce, Mike Mushok, Craig Owens, Brandon Bolmer, Tanner Wayne, Ed Kowalczyk, Chris Shinn, Chad Taylor, Kevin Martin, Jeff Gutt, Chester Bennington, Scott Weiland, Slash, Axl Rose, Bon Scott, Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Mutt Lange, Shania Twain, Jordan Fish, Buster Odahom, Dan Thabit, Alan, Duncan Coots, Eric Kretz, Ray Luzier, DeLeo brothers LISTEN EVERYWHERE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0pMCHv45A0SPZTv1JUH0V7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-fan-radio/id1874415666 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a8574540-926c-42c6-9a5c-77cdf7a92b3f/rock-fan-radio iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-rock-fan-radio-320852766/ FOLLOW US TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rockfanradio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockfanradio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockfanradio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RockFanRadio #RockFanRadio #Metal #VanHalen #LornaShore #AskingAlexandria #ThreeDaysGrace #LeadSingerSwaps

    S2E19 - Do Vocalist Swaps Work? | Van Halen, AC/DC, TDG & Lorna Shore | Deftones, NIN + Jordan Fish

  2. Jul 20

    S2E16 - Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox) & Amy Lee (Evanescence) | Muse Hits Indy | Alex Terrible Covers Zombie

    Muse just dropped one of the most personal albums of their career — and disguised the whole thing as a space concept record. 🤘 Did Matt Bellamy fool everyone with The Wow Signal? In this episode: ▸ Muse live in Indianapolis — why they're the Queen of the modern age and what the outdoor venue was missing ▸ The Wow Signal is secretly a breakup album — every space metaphor decoded track by track ▸ Spiritbox live with Evanescence — is Courtney LaPlante getting vocal help? Matt thinks so, Reed disagrees ▸ Amy Lee at 20+ years in still flawless — the case for her being the queen of rock vocals ▸ Alex Terrible screams over Cranberries' "Zombie" — genius troll or the least musical thing on the internet? ▸ America's 250th birthday special — the hosts pick the most American rock and metal bands of all time Another loud one from Rock Fan Radio — the fans never shut up and that's the whole point. New episodes every week. Subscribe and follow so you never miss one. CHAPTERS 0:00 Doors 1:45 Sound Check 5:50 Song of the Week 9:31 America 250 - Honoring American Rock & Metal 27:20 Backstage Buzz 32:56 Let's Get Heavy 39:51 The Openers: Spiritbox & Evanescence 52:35 The Headliner: Muse 1:07:01 The Encore BANDS IN THIS EPISODE Muse, Spiritbox, Evanescence, Guns N' Roses, KISS, Megadeth, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Bring Me the Horizon, Avatar, Alex Terrible, The Cranberries, Nova Twins, Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold, Good Charlotte, Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle, Hailstorm, The Warning, Oleander, Danny Elfman, Chevelle, As I Lay Dying, Sick Puppies, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Motley Crue, The Plot in You, What Lies Below, To the Grave, Devil Driver, Wicked Lester, Queen, Marilyn Manson, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Vanilla Ice, Oingo Boingo LISTEN EVERYWHERE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0pMCHv45A0SPZTv1JUH0V7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-fan-radio/id1874415666 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a8574540-926c-42c6-9a5c-77cdf7a92b3f/rock-fan-radio iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-rock-fan-radio-320852766/ FOLLOW US TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rockfanradio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockfanradio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockfanradio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RockFanRadio #RockFanRadio #RockMusic #Muse #Spiritbox #Evanescence #Megadeth #GnR #KISS

    S2E16 - Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox) & Amy Lee (Evanescence) | Muse Hits Indy | Alex Terrible Covers Zombie

  3. Jun 28

    S2E13 - Thornhill and 156/Silence, Bananaman vs. End It

    Season 2, Episode 13 is HERE and we are not slowing down — we're speeding UP. The crew breaks down the wildest hardcore drama of the year, reviews two killer live shows, and drops a stack of new singles worth your ears. Buckle up: 🎸 In This Episode: • 🚀 The Hunt Is On – Rock Fan Radio goes WEEKLY and launches the hunt for 1,000 YouTube subscribers. We're building a community and we need YOU in it. • 🎵 Song of the Week – Saw Is the Law by Whitechapel gets the full breakdown. A 2014 banger that still melts faces and never will stop. • 📰 Backstage Buzz – New singles from Slander x Spirit Box x Vastive, Archives x Oceans Ate Alaska, Electric Callboy x The Offspring, Fit for a King, Sleep Theory (yes, they covered *NSYNC — we're not joking), and Polyphia's wild new direction. • 🍌 The Banana Man Scandal – Hardcore band End It put a bounty on a fan in a banana suit and incited the crowd against him. The crew goes OFF on why this is inexcusable and what it means for the scene. • 🎸 Album Talk – Des Rocs' new live-recorded album gets a deep dive. Is it his best work yet? And the new Sublime with Rome record — does Bradley's son deliver? • 🎤 Concert Review – Jason and Reed hit The Vic for Thornhill and 156/Silence. Full report from the floor including fan interviews and merch booth carnage. • 💬 Posts on Trial – A spicy Instagram comment about Kurt Cobain vs. Dave Grohl sparks a full-on debate. Team Nirvana or Team Foo Fighters? You decide. • 🤥 Band Drama – A Thailand metalcore singer faked cancer to collect fan money. The crew holds nothing back. • 🎟️ Coming Up – Godsmack with new drummer Mike Mangini, Say Anything, and more shows on the horizon. If you're rocking with us, SUBSCRIBE on YouTube and help us hit 1,000 — we're just getting started and we want you along for the ride 🔥 Featured Artists: Whitechapel, Des Rocks, Sublime with Rome, Hoobastank, Incubus, Slander, Spirit Box, Vastive, Archives, Oceans Ate Alaska, Electric Callboy, The Offspring, Fit for a King, Sleep Theory, *NSYNC, Polyphia, Dos Ladrones, Puya, Evanescence, Poppy, Jack White, Powerman 5000, End It, Hatebreed, 156/Silence, Thornhill, Sleep Token, Trivium, Polaris, Architects, Say Anything, Godsmack, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Jeff Beck, Periphery, Nine Inch Nails, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nova Twins, Muse, The Black Keys, The Rolling Stones, Tech N9ne, Tom MacDonald #RockFanRadio #RockPodcast #MetalPodcast #HardcorePunk #NewMusicFriday #ConcertTalk #LiveMusic #Thornhill #156Silence #Whitechapel #ElectricCallboy #TheOffspring #Polyphia #SpiritBox #DesRocks #FitForAKing #EndIt #Evanescence #Poppy #Godsmack #RockMusic #MetalCore #AlternativeRock #MusicCommunity #PodcastersOfInstagram #RockFans #NewAlbum #ConcertReview #HeavyMetal #TheHunt1000

    S2E13 - Thornhill and 156/Silence, Bananaman vs. End It

  4. Jun 1

    S2E10 - Electric Callboy & Sick New World

    Strap in, headbangers! This episode of Rock Fan Radio is an absolute riot, packed with loud opinions, wild concert recaps, and all the rock and metal news you crave. We're diving deep into the Sick New World Festival chaos, the mind-blowing Electric Callboy spectacle, and tackling the latest band drama and cryptic announcements. 🎸 In This Episode: * Unpacking the VIP experience and epic performances at Sick New World, featuring Bring Me The Horizon, Korn, AFI, Speed of Light, Acid Bath, and a surprisingly sober Marilyn Manson. * Reliving Electric Callboy's insane, costume-changing, stadium-bound live show—and Parker's son's first concert experience! * Debating Greta Van Fleet's cryptic "farewell" message: marketing genius or genuine breakup? * The ongoing Motley Crue saga without Mick Mars: is it still Crue? * Machine Gun Kelly's latest beef with Yungblood and controversial career pivots. * Scene Queen's polarizing performance and her "18+" anthem for metal inclusivity. * Lamb of God's consistent impact on the heavy scene and live sound debates. * Roundup of new releases from The Black Keys, The Toadies, Atreyu, and more. * Alex Terrible of Slaughter to Prevail: bare-knuckle boxing and brutal vocals—is he a douchebag or just insane? * Snot's new singer and plans for a second album after all these years. Don't miss a beat! Subscribe to Rock Fan Radio for your regular dose of loud, opinionated rock and metal, and tell us your thoughts! 🔥 Featured Artists: ACDC, Acid Bath, Aerial, AFI, Alien Ant Farm, Alice in Chains, Amira Elfke, Amy Winehouse, Andy Knapp, Arch Enemy, Atreyu, Avenged Sevenfold, Billy Corgan, The Black Keys, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon, CKY, Consume The Fire, Corey Taylor, Courtney Love, Cypress Hill, Deftones, Dragonforce, The Eagles, Electric Callboy, Eminem, Evanescence, Failure, Falling in Reverse, Filter, Foo Fighters, Godsmack, Grandson, Green Day, Greta Van Fleet, John 5, Katy Perry, Kevin Ratajczak, Knocked Loose, Korn, Kurt Cobain, Lamb of God, Lynn Strait, Local H, Lorna Shore, Machine Gun Kelly, Marilyn Manson, Mastodon, Megan Fox, Metallica, Mick Mars, Miss May I, Motley Crue, Motionless in White, Muse, Nikki Sixx, Nirvana, The Nixons, Northlane, Nova Twins, Offspring, Orgy, Ozzy, POD, Polaris, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rob Zombie, The Rolling Stones, Ronnie Radke, Ryan Neff, Scene Queen, Sebastian Bach, Seven Dust, Shinedown, Skid Row, Slipknot, Smashing Pumpkins, Snot, Space Hog, Speed of Light, Spiritbox, Stronger Than Machines, Suicide Silence, System of a Down, The Toadies, Three Days Grace, Vidiate, Vince Neil, Violent Vera, Weird Al, Yungblood #RockMetalPodcast #HeavyMetal #HardRock #MusicNews #ConcertReview #SickNewWorld #ElectricCallboy #GretaVanFleet #MotleyCrue #MarilynManson #LambOfGod #SceneQueen #SlaughterToPrevail #Korn #BringMeTheHorizon #FooFighters #TheToadies #BlackKeys #GenXRock #MillennialMetal #FestivalVibes #RockAndRoll #Headbangers #ClassicRock #90sNostalgia #MetalHeads #PodcastLife #LoudAndProud #OpinionatedMusic

  5. Apr 13

    S2E8 - Our Lady Peace, Sublime, The Used, ERRA, Mammoth, and New Developments

    Strap in, metalheads! This episode of Rock Fan Radio is pure unadulterated rock talk, bringing the noise and the laughs with a full house. We're diving deep into live show experiences, legendary band drama, and seriously wild music news while being loud and opinionated as always! 🎸 In This Episode: * Special guest Travis (aka Jason's doppelganger!) joins us, sharing his background from college radio DJ to seasoned rock concert-goer. * We dissect the new Sublime track featuring Bradley Nowell's son and the band's full-circle return. * Ice Nine Kills masterminds a brilliant marketing stunt, creating a fake 80s glam band origin story for their new single. * Parker recounts his intense concert experiences seeing ERRA and Currents, navigating terrible venues and incredible performances. * Travis gives us the inside scoop on Our Lady Peace's intimate (and rescheduled) 30th-anniversary show and Mammoth's powerful set. * We hear about The Used's emotional, black-tie performance with a symphony orchestra at the iconic Sydney Opera House. * Crazy band news breaks, from Twisted Sister's unexpected new vocalist to Skid Row's ongoing singer search and Turnstile's shocking drama. * Wolfgang Van Halen's epic April Fool's Day Rick-Roll prank on eager fans is debated. * Upcoming concert recommendations: Electric Callboy, Des Rocs, and Dance With The Dead! 🔥 Featured Artists: Pearl Jam, Fuel, Tool, Deftones, Avenged Sevenfold, Sublime, 311, Dirty Heads, Linkin Park, Metallica, Reel Big Fish, Ice Nine Kills, Grave Diggler, Motley Crue, Poison, W.A.S.P., Steel Panther, Aviana, Caskets, Currents, Aera, The Devil Wears Prada, Vaila Myla, Phish, Green Day, Our Lady Peace, The Verve Pipe, Bush, Danko Jones, Volbeat, Sick Puppies, KoRn, Mammoth WVH, Van Halen, James and the Cold Gun, 10 Years, Rick Astley, The Used, Finch, OAR, Goose, Parkway Drive, Bring Me The Horizon, Twisted Sister, Sebastian Bach, Skid Row, Halestorm, Turnstile, Nothing More, Marilyn Manson, Electric Callboy, Des Rocs, Dance With The Dead Don't miss a beat – hit that subscribe button to join our rock-fueled discussions, and let us know your thoughts on these epic topics! #RockFanRadio #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #PodcastLife #OpinionatedPodcast #LoudAndFun #MusicNews #LiveConcerts #BandDrama #RockFans #MetalHeads #NewMusic #ConcertReview #Sublime #IceNineKills #TheUsed #OurLadyPeace #MammothWVH #ElectricCallboy #ClassicRock #Metalcore #HardRock #MusicPodcast #RockRadio #RockTalk #ConcertExperience #AlternativeRock #ProgressiveMetal #RockLife #PodcastForAdults

  6. Mar 28

    S2E7 - Ohkaya Interview and Rock Updates

    What's up, Rock Fan Radio fam?! We're back for Season 2, Episode 7, and we're bringing the heat with our co-host AJ and special guest John Terry, both from the incredible band OHKAYA! Get ready for some wild current event discussions, from viral bands to AI in music, before we deep dive into the fascinating world of OHKAYA, learning all about their origins, unique approach, and what's next for them. It's a packed episode you won't want to miss! 🎸 In This Episode: * Viral Rock News: Mafra's insane cover of Bring Me The Horizon's "Doomed" just hit #1 on Billboard! 🤯 * Unpacking Angine de Poitrine: Are these hot-dog-nosed space voyagers a gimmick or the future of rock? * AI's Impact on Music: How AI is changing streams, sales, and the industry landscape. * Decoding Release Strategies: Bands dropping B-sides & digital exclusives to dominate the charts. * OHKAYA Deep Dive: AJ & John Terry reveal their unconventional journey, remote songwriting, and online fanbase building. * From Studio to Stage: John's drumming career (DragonForce, Dance With The Dead) and AJ's upcoming Red tour. * OHKAYA's Sound & Influences: Discover their unique blend inspired by Avenged Sevenfold, Breaking Benjamin, Sleep Token, and more. * New Music Alerts: Parker drops must-hear albums from The Great American Ghost, Midwinter, Fit For An Autopsy, and The Devil Wears Prada. * Live Show Buzz: Catching The Hives, Bring Me The Horizon movie, and The Eras Current. 🔥 Featured Artists: OHKAYA, Bring Me The Horizon, Mafra, Motionless in White, Breaking Benjamin, Sleep Token, Bad Omens, Angine de Poitrine, Avenged Sevenfold, Local H, Taylor Swift, Liam McGorry, Black Label Society, Falling In Reverse, Paramore, Red, Starkill, Dance With The Dead, DragonForce, Loveless, The Great American Ghost, Midwinter, Fit For An Autopsy, The Devil Wears Prada, Miss May I, Memphis Mayfire, Caskets, Aviana, The Hives, Linkin Park, Magic Sword, Megan McCuffy Don't miss out on more epic rock discussions and interviews! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below! #RockFanRadio #RockPodcast #Metalcore #HardRock #MusicIndustry #RockNews #OHKAYA #BringMeTheHorizon #AnginedePoitrine #ChestPainBand #AIVSMusic #BandStrategy #MusicProduction #TourLife #BreakingBenjamin #AvengedSevenfold #TheDevilWearsPrada #TheHives #DanceWithTheDead #DragonForce #SleepToken #FallingInReverse #NewMusic #RockMusic #MetalMusic #PodcastEpisode #BandInterview #MusicTalk #RockCulture #IndieBand #Red #RedBand

  7. Mar 24

    S2E6 - Badflower Tour Delay, Vocal Techniques, New Lamb of God, & Trivia

    What happens when you throw a spontaneous Sunday night podcast together? Pure rock & roll chaos, that's what! Join us as we dive headfirst into the new Lamb of God album, dissect Muse's epic space-themed announcement, and get an exclusive, expert take on Bad Flower frontman Josh Katz's vocal struggles. Plus, brace yourself for some wild trivia, legendary rock tales, and way too much fun! 🎸 **In This Episode:** * **Lamb of God's "Into Oblivion":** Our raw thoughts on their incredible new album, nearly 30 years into their career! * **Muse's "The Wow Signal":** Unpacking their unique space-themed album announcement and mind-blowing live shows. * **Bad Flower's Josh Katz:** An expert deep dive into his vocal health struggles and recovery with Speech Language Pathologist Dave Cravotta. * **Screaming Techniques & Vocal Longevity:** Exploring how artists like Jared Leto (30 Seconds to Mars), Randy Blythe (Lamb of God), and Will Ramos (Lorna Shore) maintain their intense vocals without damage. * **The Architects' Epic Journey:** From tragedy to topping charts, and their evolving sound with modern ambience in metalcore. * **Trent Reznor's Nothing Records:** A look at the influential label and the game-changing artists it launched (Marilyn Manson, Rob Halford's Two). * **The "Selling Out" Debate:** When bands like Goo Goo Dolls or Wage War evolve their sound for mainstream success and mainstream acceptance. * **Joey Jordison's Tragic Exit from Slipknot:** The heartbreaking truth behind his departure and battle with neurological disease. * **Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock:** Revisiting his iconic, politically charged "Star-Spangled Banner" performance. * **Rock Fan Radio Trivia Meltdown:** Witnessing our attempts (and failures) at a new, chaotic trivia game! 🔥 **Featured Artists:** Lamb of God, Muse, Bad Flower, Beartooth, 30 Seconds to Mars, Meatloaf, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Disturbed, Lorna Shore, Avenged Sevenfold, Korn, Metallica, Nine Inch Nails, Guns N' Roses, Slipknot, Smashing Pumpkins, Ministry, Filter, Marilyn Manson, Prick, Pop Will Eat Itself, Meat Beat Manifesto, 12 Rounds, Einstürzende Neubauten, The The, Two, Judas Priest, Bring Me The Horizon, Poppy, Wage War, A Day to Remember, Marshmello, Local H, Goo Goo Dolls, Motley Crue, Kiss, Born of Osiris, Bless the Fall, Currents, Era, Jimi Hendrix, ACDC, Chevelle, Aerosmith, Adele, John Mayer, Paramore Don't miss a beat – smash that subscribe button and leave us a review to tell us what you thought of this wild ride! #RockFanRadio #Podcast #RockMusic #Metal #LambOfGod #IntoOblivion #Muse #TheWowSignal #BadFlower #JoshKatz #VocalHealth #MusicPodcast #RockNews #Metalcore #Architects #TrentReznor #NineInchNails #NothingRecords #MarilynManson #RobHalford #JudasPriest #BringMeTheHorizon #OliSykes #JoeyJordison #Slipknot #JimiHendrix #Woodstock #MusicHistory #LiveMusic #RockCulture #BandLife #NewMusic #AlbumReview #MusicTrivia #HeavyMetal #AlternativeRock #SundayVibes

  8. Mar 14

    Rock Fan Radio - S2E5 - AJ joins Red & Evan J. Thomas of TAG Publicity

    Hey Rock Fan fam! 🤘 Get ready for a massive episode as we dive headfirst into the latest in rock and metal, from groundbreaking album drops to shocking band lineup changes. We’re joined by special guest Evan J. Thomas, a true rock industry powerhouse, and get an exclusive update from AJ Reingart about his monumental new gig with Red! 🎸 **In This Episode:** * **Erra's *Cure* Album Deep Dive:** We break down why this album is already a contender for Album of the Year and its fresh, heavier sound. * **Is Rock Dead? (Spoiler: NO!):** A lively debate on the genre's current strength, new festivals, and the impact of COVID on creativity. * **Meet Evan J. Thomas:** An inside look at the man wearing all the hats – photographer, journalist, radio host, publicist, and record label co-founder. * **Electric River Records Explained:** Evan shares the unique, artist-first model of his new record label with Crobot's Brandon Yeagley. * **AJ Reingart Joins Red:** Exclusive details on Okaya frontman AJ Reingart's exciting new role as Red's touring vocalist. * **Concert Chronicles:** Reviews and behind-the-scenes takes on I Prevail, Three Days Grace, Beartooth, and Bad Omens shows. * **Band Lineup Changes:** Discussing the dynamic shift when lead singers are replaced (Linkin Park, Stone Temple Pilots, Avenged Sevenfold & more). * **Korn & Babies:** The legendary (and scientifically questionable) story of Korn concerts making twins! * **Violet Grohl's New Sound:** Dave Grohl's daughter enters the rock scene, and we give our honest thoughts on her debut. * **The Power of Social Media for Artists:** Evan explains why a strong online presence is crucial for today's emerging bands. 🔥 **Featured Artists:** Red, Ohkaya, Erra, Poppy, Bad Omens, Icy Stars, Beartooth, Badflower, Violet Grohl, Foo Fighters, Nine Inch Nails, Disturbed, Korn, Linkin Park, Snoop Dogg, The Prodigy, Rage Against the Machine, Deftones, Tool, Sponge, Godsmack, Lamb of God, Kiss, Limp Bizkit, Local H, Metallica, Three Days Grace, I Prevail, Sleep Theory, Bring Me The Horizon, Taylor Swift, Blink-182, My Darkest Days, Nickelback, Breaking Benjamin, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Sade, Wu-Tang Clan, Pink, Whitney Houston, Grandson, Nirvana, Crobot, Fozzy, Gemini Syndrome, Soil, Blacktop Mojo, Aaron Jones, Blackberry Smoke, Loveless and Company, Red Star, Dirty Honey, Mammoth WVH, Red, Okaya, Stone Temple Pilots, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Of Mice & Men, Atreyu, Avenged Sevenfold, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lords of Acid Don't miss out on another epic episode! Hit that subscribe button and leave us a review – your feedback keeps the rock alive! #RockFanRadio #MusicPodcast #RockMusic #MetalMusic #NewMusic #Erra #Korn #RedBand #Okaya #EvanJThomas #ThreeDaysGrace #LiveMusic #MusicIndustry #ArtistDevelopment #HardRock #Metalcore #PodcastLife #RockAndRoll #BandLife #SoundFuryMagazine #ElectricRiverRecords #MusicTalk #ConcertReview #NewRock #RockFans #MusicDiscussion #BreakingBenjamin #DaveGrohl #SocialMediaForArtists #red #ohkaya #ajreingardt

  9. Feb 27

    Rock Fan Radio - S2E4 - Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees 2026

    What's up, Rock Fanatics! 🔥 This episode is packed! We're diving into the hottest new rock releases, legendary live show experiences, and a no-holds-barred debate on the wild 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominations. You won't believe some of the names on this list! 🎸 In This Episode: New Music & Killer Covers: Nothing More's Nine Inch Nails cover, In This Moment's "Closer" take, the surprisingly fuzzy new Foo Fighters track "Your Favorite Toy," Don Broco's unexpected Nickelback collab, and Wage War's heavy comeback.Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Nominations: We tear apart the controversial "spirit, not a genre" rule, the fan vote fiasco, and break down all the nominees, from rock legends to pop icons.Live Show Lowdown: Queens of the Stone Age, U2, Eagles, and Metallica at The Sphere.Legendary Debates: Pink Floyd vs. Led Zeppelin and our Mount Rushmore of drummers!Behind the Scenes: Updates on the new Rock Fan Radio website, companion playlists, and the risky business of playing music clips on the podcast.Artist Deep Dives: Maria Brink's reputation, Lars Ulrich's legacy, the genius of Jeff Buckley, and the tragic story of Michael Hutchence.Parker's Band News: The scoop on Pillars and their new single "The Unforgiving Truth."Snubs & Shocks: Iron Maiden and Oasis still out, while Mariah Carey, Luther Vandross, and New Edition are in the running.Unexpected Nominees: Shakira, Billy Idol, Sade, Pink, and Wu-Tang Clan's Hall of Fame chances.Upcoming Shows: Our Lady Peace and Bad Omens hitting Chicago!🔥 Featured Artists: Nothing More, Nine Inch Nails, In This Moment, Maria Brink, Foo Fighters, Trent Reznor, Soundgarden, Dave Grohl, Nirvana, Josh Freese, Queens of the Stone Age, Poi Dog Pondering, Don Broco, Nickelback, Chad Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Wage War, A Day to Remember, Marshmello, Pillars, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Metallica, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, John Bonham, Buddy Rich, The Rev, Danny Carey, Chad Sexton, Chad Smith, Keith Moon, Neil Peart, Mike Portnoy, Rush, Courtney LaPlante, Spiritbox, Wes Borland, Bring Me The Horizon, Bleed From Within, U2, Eagles, Tool, Megadeth, Black Crowes, Mariah Carey, Phil Collins, Genesis, Melissa Etheridge, Luther Vandross, Keith Sweat, Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson, Tom Morello, Rage Against the Machine, Technotronic, C+C Music Factory, New Kids on the Block, NSYNC, BTS, Monkees, Wham!, George Michael, Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill, Bell Biv DeVoe, New Edition, Britney Spears, Shakira, Ricky Martin, Bad Bunny, Billy Idol, Generation X, New York Dolls, Joy Division, New Order, The Cure, Oasis, The Beatles, Liam Gallagher, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, INXS, Michael Hutchence, Sade, Drake, Adele, Frank Ocean, Pink, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, Jeff Buckley, Chris Cornell, Our Lady Peace, Bad Omens Hit subscribe and leave a review — your feedback keeps the rock rolling! #RockFanRadio #RockPodcast #MusicPodcast #RockAndRollHallOfFame #RRHOF2026 #NewMusic #RockNews #BandDebates #LiveMusic #RockAndMetal #FooFighters #NothingMore #InThisMoment #IronMaiden #Oasis #JeffBuckley #PinkFloyd #LedZeppelin #Metallica #Spiritbox #DonBroco #WageWar #PillarsBand #MusicReviews #ClassicRock #Metalcore #HipHop #PopMusic #MusicDiscussion #PodcastLife #MusicCommunity

  10. Feb 13

    Rock Fan Radio - S2E3 - Remembering Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down + More

    What's up, rock fans! In this episode, we're diving deep into the music that moves us. From Brad Arnold to ERRA's highly anticipated new album to exploring the unique sounds of djent (a killer subgenre of metalcore), we're covering all the latest releases and concert experiences. 🎸 In This Episode: ERRA's new album breakdown and why we're hyped What is Djent? Exploring this unique metalcore subgenre Hollywood Undead's surprising B-side gems vs. their mainstream hits Three Doors Down's legacy and The Better Life Foundation's charitable work Gojira's unforgettable live performances (including their historic Olympics moment!) James Gunn's masterful use of music in film Our personal stories of becoming fans and how music shaped our lives Concert experiences that changed everything 🔥 Featured Artists: ERRA, Hollywood Undead, Three Doors Down, Gojira, Nickelback & more We're improving the podcast format with less downtime and more engaging content. Your feedback matters - let us know what you think in the comments! Now available on multiple platforms! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. #Podcast #RockMusic #Metalcore #Djent #Erra #HollywoodUndead #ThreeDoorsDown #BradArnold #Gojira #NewMusicFriday #ConcertExperience #RockFanRadio #ProgressiveMetal #LiveMusic #MusicPodcast #RockPodcast #MetalPodcast #NewReleases #MusicDiscussion #Peacemaker #JamesGunn #OlympicsMetal #BetterLifeFoundation #Nickelback #MusicMemories #FanExperiences #RockFans #MetalHeads #PodcastCommunity

  11. Feb 1

    S2E2 - Our New Format Premieres!

    This episode, the crew tears into Disturbed's "Sound of Silence" cover, debates whether David Draiman is the most punchable face in rock, and dissects the new Megadeth album track by track. There are war stories from terrible live shows (Paul Simon's snoozefest closer, Marilyn Manson bailing in the rain), a deep dive into extreme vocal techniques courtesy of Dave's professional throat expertise, and a heated discussion about who actually owns the music when bands implode. Plus, the guys reveal their next concert plans—from Bad Omens and Architects to banana ball baseball—because why the hell not.

  12. Jan 19

    S2E1 - We're back!

    Season 2 of Rock Fan Radio is starting! This is quick preview of what's to come and our new format.

    S2E1 - We're back!
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About

Rock Fan Radio is where a bunch of opinionated musicians and lifelong rock fanatics gather to argue, laugh, and geek out over the music that matters. With decades of show-going under our belts and band experience on stage, we bring the perspective of fans who've lived it and players who've played it. Expect honest takes on new albums, war stories from the road and the pit, and the kind of passionate debates that only happen when people who've loved rock for 30+ years get together—it's messy, it's fun, and it's real. RSSVERIFY

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  • Creator
    www.RockFanRadio.com
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © www.RockFanRadio.com
  • Show Website
    Rock Fan Radio