The Rock Junkie Podcast

Mel Rox
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Real conversations with rock stars and music industry professionals.

  1. 11/23/2023

    RJP: Ep. 37 - Talkin Turkey!

    You thought your family had issues, check out the latest drama in the music world. By latest, I mean two stories in the headlines today. Right before we all gobble til we wobble. Plus, the annual Turkey Drop tradition here at the RJP and at WKRP. “As God as my witness…” Well, you know the rest. Happy Turkey Day, Everyone! Links: Intro Track: Energetic Rock [Vlog Music] by MokkaMusic / Get Drunk Music provided by "MokkaMusic" channel and https://inaudio.org Hall & Oates article: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/hall-and-oates-lawsuit-restraining-order-1235805425/?fbclid=IwAR1onG6BRdXHYok7jpIbRSbhSGrdZxpNr3CzKsAiIqzjolU3iHxUh4OvrBI Daryl Hall | Club Random with Bill Maher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_VtqkQ5MTw Howard Stern interview: Sammy Hagar Invites David Lee Roth and Alex Van Halen to Perform on New Tour With Him SF Chronical misleading article: David Lee Roth agrees to tour with longtime rival Sammy Hagar: ‘Let’s do this’ Show Contact: Instagram: @melroxlv Facebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcast Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

  2. 09/18/2023

    RJP: Ep. 36 - Til Death Do Us Part

    The M is back! And by M, I mean Mel. 😉 Enjoy this very special and personal episode. Links: IntroTrack: Nevermind the Name - CloudsMusic provided by Nevermind the Name Nevermind the Name - Clouds Grief Quotes “So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.” E.A. Bucchianeri, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly“The song is ended but the melody lingers on.” Irving BerlinHelplines· Pet Loss Support https://www.lapoflove.com/findahelpline.comGriefspeaks.comKelly Clarkson Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6vSqm8n2Ek Show Contact:· Instagram: @melroxlvFacebook: @Melrox;@rockjunkiepodcastEmail: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

  3. 02/25/2023

    RJP: Ep. 35 - I'm on a tear!

    Welcome 2023! Ok, it’s been 2023 for a few months now, but we are back! This micropod episode includes nuggets from: GnRRichie SamboraY&TFoo Fighters Enjoy! Links: IntroTrack: Final Destiny by Sinyells Music provided by Smokinkat Records https://www.smokinkat.net There Are Only Four Songs Guns N' Roses Haven't Played Live https://loudwire.com/songs-guns-n-roses-havent-played-live/ RICHIE SAMBORA CONFIRMS PLANS TO REUNITE WITH BON JOVI - "I DON'T THINK THERE'S ANY REASON NOT TO AT THIS POINT" https://bravewords.com/news/richie-sambora-confirms-plans-to-reunite-with-bon-jovi-i-don-t-think-there-s-any-reason-not-to-at-this-point Y&T Frontman DAVE MENIKETTI Is In 'Total Remission' After Fighting Prostate Cancer https://blabbermouth.net/news/yt-frontman-dave-meniketti-is-in-total-remission-after-fightning-prostate-cancer Foo Fighters, The Smile, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss Lead RBC Bluesfest’s 2023 Lineup https://consequence.net/2023/02/rbc-bluesfest-ottawa-2023-lineup/ Show Contact: Instagram: @melroxlv Facebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcast Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

  4. 11/24/2022

    RJP: Ep 34 - Eras 404 - Turkeys cannot fly!

    It's Thanksgiving Day in the US and Mel is dropping another #micropod.  In this quick episode, Mel takes you back in time when Ticketmaster was a monopoly. Oh wait... And unfortunately, turkeys still cannot fly.  Things to be thankful for in 2022.Stretchy pantsTaco Bell’s $1 cravings menuBeano Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🦃 Links: Revisiting the Pearl Jam Ticketmaster Battlehttps://rock929rocks.com/listicle/revisiting-the-pearl-jam-ticketmaster-battle/ Mad at Ticketmaster? Pearl Jam Has You Beat by 28 Years.https://www.savingcountrymusic.com/mad-at-ticketmaster-pearl-jam-has-you-beat-by-28-years/  Are You The Guy with the Van Halen Tickets?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtAPlGEsECQ&t=20sIntro Song: Rock music no copyright - Energetic Rock Backgroundhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WmPprpwzko&list=PLa5PAmINIfkUss6KzfvcNHyj1-kmp35nN&index=13   Show Contact:·          Instagram: @melroxlv·          Facebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcast·          Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

  5. 09/06/2022

    RJP: Ep.33 - Labor of ❤️ - Foos & US

    Hope you enjoy this micro episode. #micrpod  😉 IntroTrack: Final Destiny by Sinyells Music provided by Smokinkat Records Van Halen US FESTIVAL '83 Early Appearance at Venue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqnt_YWl6rY Foo Fighters & Shane Hawkins - My Hero - Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert (09/03/22) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDThIwNU2-4 Show Contact:Instagram: @melroxlvFacebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcastEmail: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com For more interviews, especially if you like 80’s rock stars, check out Mel’s Spreaker page: https://www.spreaker.com/show/mel-komps-tracks

  6. 06/18/2022

    RJP: Ep.32 - Tribute

    It’s hard to say goodbye without a proper tribute. In this episode, Mel does just that for some legendary bay area DJs and 1 epic rock star.  And just like that, after a 4 month break, we’re back! Links: National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Hotline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Better Help Online Counseling  www.betterhelp.com     Intro[Royalty-Free Music] Epic Rock Intro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmbnmIbBM0g Billy SteelBilly Steel of 107.7 The Bone, KSJO, KRQR and more on Zetro's Toxic Vault - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YHzmBgzfUE107.7 The Bone, KRQR, KSJO ... Billy Steel on Zetro's Toxic Vault ~ part 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkcITwPE4fwBilly Steel and The Metal Zone on Zetro's Toxic Vault - part 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeUl7QXQviI Dayna Keyes S3E8, Part 1: Dayna Keyes's Circuitous Route to the Bay Area - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhw30AuYOzQ S3E8, Part 2: Dayna Keyes on Addiction, Rehab, DJing, and Podcasting - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACmKNFS6jdY Daughter of Keith Knudsen congratulates The Doobie Brothers on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Shq3t3yWU8 Taylor Hawkins Foo Fighters announce Taylor Hawkins tribute showhttps://www.radiotimes.com/going-out/tickets/foo-fighters-taylor-hawkins-tribute-tickets/ dave grohl and taylor hawkins moments that prove they’re soulmates - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4dMbRVUqGg   Show Contact:·          Instagram: @melroxlv·          Facebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcast·          Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com For more interviews, especially if you like 80’s rock stars, check out Mel’s Spreaker page: https://www.spreaker.com/show/mel-komps-tracks

  7. 02/07/2022

    RJP: Ep. 31 - Todd "Dammit" Kerns 🎩🎸

    In this episode Mel sits down with multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer and Canadian transplant, Todd Kerns, who’s been known as a member of the Las Vegas band, Sin City Sinners, since 2007 and has been making music with Slash for over a decade. With new album, 4, dropping on February 11via Gibson Records, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators is about to embark on a US tour and this Conspirator was nice enough to hang with us, share stories and wisdom.  Musicians and up and comers, listen up!  Plus, music news featuring this year’s list of nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  So tune in and turn it up! (turn it up, turn it up, now!) 🤘😎🤘Todd Kerns Social Media:·         Instagram: @toddkerns·         Official Facebook Page: @ToddDammitKerns ·         Twitter: @todddammitkerns·         Website:  https://www.toddkerns.com/·         Merch: https://www.toddkerns.com/shop/ ·         YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ToddKernsOfficialYouTube ·         Tour dates with Slash: https://www.slashonline.com/tour/ Links: Judas Priest + Rage Against the Machine Among 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nomineeshttps://loudwire.com/2022-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-nominees/ SLASH FT. MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM 4 TO BE RELEASED FEBRUARY 11https://www.gibson.com/en-US/News/slash-ft-myles-kennedy-and-the-conspirators-announce-new-album-4-to-be    Intro Song: RocknStock - Pumping Muscles (No Copyright Music)Music provided by RocknStock. Show Contact:·          Instagram: @melroxlv·          Facebook: @Melrox; @rockjunkiepodcast·          Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

  8. 01/21/2022

    RJP: Ep. 30 - Keith Marks - Roadie

    Stories? He’s got a few.  In this episode, Tour Manager, Production Manager and longtime industry vet, Keith Marks, sits down with Mel to share stories, insight and offer advice to up and comers who want a career in the music tour industry.  If that’s you, this is a must listen!  Plus, music news featuring Ozzy and David Bowie. That and more in this episode of The Rock Junkie Podcast!Links: RIP Magazine FB: https://www.facebook.com/RIPMagazine Ozzy post: https://www.facebook.com/RIPMagazine/photos/a.342546552486224/6848450038562477/ David Bowie’s Estate Sells His Publishing Catalog to Warner Chappell (EXCLUSIVE)https://variety.com/2022/music/news/david-bowie-publishing-catalog-acquired-warner-chappell-1235145941/ Peloton Launches David Bowie Collection, With Full Catalog, Remixes https://variety.com/2022/music/news/david-bowie-peloton-1235156167/ Link to Bowie interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5xI4EyWfUI Intro music: Infraction - No Copyright Music Rock Sport Exercise by Infraction [No Copyright Music] / My Bike Show Contact:·          Instagram: @melroxlv·          Facebook: Mel Rox; @rockjunkiepodcast·          Email: rockjunkiepodcast@gmail.com

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Real conversations with rock stars and music industry professionals.

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  • Creator
    Mel Rox
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Mel Rox
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    The Rock Junkie Podcast