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Talk Louder

A talk show in which we geek out on all things rock-n-roll. Music journalist "Metal Dave" Glessner (Metal Edge magazine, Classic Rock, San Antonio Express-News) and hard rock/metal vocalist Jason McMaster (Dangerous Toys, Broken Teeth, Watchtower, Ignitor) discuss music in depth. From an fan"s perspective, to the music business professionals" point of view, Jason and Dave circle the favorites of many. Created and Produced by: Jared Tuten

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01:43:49

Farewell to Ozzy with Harald Oimoen

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2025/08/20

Farewell to Ozzy with Harald OimoenWe go Back to the Beginning with renowned Bay Area thrash-metal photographer/musician Harald Oimoen who witnessed Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig in Birmingham, England. He shares the historical highlights and emotional moments of bidding farewell to the lovable metal madman whose legacy will endure until after forever.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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55:26

Chip Z’Nuff

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2025/08/13

Chip Z’NuffTo say Chip Z’Nuff is good for a laugh is putting it mildly. The high-spirited bassist and founding member of long-running glam rockers, Enuff Z’Nuff, joins us to discuss the star-studded new album, “Xtra Cherries,” featuring members of Cheap Trick, Billy Idol, Journey, Nelson, Trixter, GN’R and past alumni. We also learn about an early tour with Chicago doom-metal band, Trouble, getting kicked off a Cheap Trick tour, wild times living with Steven Adler, where he buys his trademark

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01:07:11

Rick Hunolt

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2025/08/06

Rick HunoltAs a member of Exodus, guitarist Rick Hunolt immortalized himself on the classic, 1985 genre-defining, thrash-metal album, “Bonded by Blood.” Not to be relegated to history, he joins us to discuss his latest band, Nefarious, featuring members of Bay Area thrash titans Hirax, Death Angel and Blind Illusion. We also learn why “sh!t got real” opening for Loudness; how band mates and his love for his kids helped him conquer his addictions; why the musical exploration of Die Humane offers a

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01:46:36

Larry Barragan

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2025/07/30

Larry BarraganNo talk of Texas metal is complete without mention of Houston legends, Helstar. With upcoming new album “The Devil’s Masquerade” on deck, founding guitarist Larry Barragan joins us to discuss the band’s 40-year legacy, the healing power and emotional pull of heavy music, the early days of tape trading, sharing stages with King Diamond, Megadeth, Anthrax, Fates Warning and others, and why Angel Witch rules (smoke breaks and all)! Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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01:30:47

Andy Parker

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2025/07/23

Andy ParkerThe classic catalog and hard-rock influence of UFO cannot be overstated (just ask Steve Harris!). Drummer Andy Parker joins us to discuss the expanded reissue of the 1980 album, “No Place to Run,” the hilarious story behind the cover photo and how Beatles producer George Martin got his first taste of “heavy metal.” We also learn how UFO poached guitarist Michael Schenker from the Scorpions (and how a restroom tutorial saved a gig); why “Strangers in the Night” is a masterclass live album

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01:21:57

Alan Niven

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2025/07/16

Alan NivenAs the manager for Guns N’ Roses from 1986-1991, Alan Niven helped steer the career of one of the most explosive, volatile and important rock bands of all time. He joins us to discuss his recent memoir, “Sound N’ Fury,” in which he details random recollections of the insanity, drama and stratospheric stakes of navigating GN’R’s appetite for destruction -- while also managing Great White through their equally wild years of excessive success. How he’s still sane is anyone’s guess.Created and

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01:00:28

Mean Mistreater

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2025/07/09

Mean MistreaterIn two short years, Austin-based Mean Mistreater has released two albums of hellbent-for-leather, muscle-car metal. Think WASP and Motorhead drag racing on Iron Maiden’s blacktop --with no brakes! Vocalist Janiece Gonzalez and husband/guitarist Alex Wein join us to discuss the band’s rapid-fire rise, their successful European tour, the party-vibe video shoot for “Do or Die” and why you gotta keep the creative motor running when momentum is stomped to the floor. (live photos courtesy

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01:12:31

Shawn Duncan

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2025/07/02

Shawn DuncanL.A. Guns drummer Shawn Duncan credits Keith Moon and Tupperware as early inspirations. He joins us to discuss his musical childhood in Los Angeles (including his father’s world-famous, sports-arena anthem); early gigs by future stars Motley Crue, City Kidd (Tesla) and Dante Fox (Great White); and how W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes upgraded his first “real” band, Odin, to Hollywood headliners (and how Odin, in turn, “may” have “fueled” Holmes’ notorious pool scene in “Decline of Western

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01:25:46

Sam Bam Koltun

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2025/06/25

Sam Bam KoltunHe started playing local clubs at age 12 and has since established himself as a rising guitar star with Faster Pussycat, Godsmack, Dorothy, Budderside and Crossbone Skully (featuring Alice Cooper guitarist Tommy Henriksen). Sam Bam Koltun joins us to discuss the new Faster Pussycat single, “Motorbike,” his move from St. Louis to L.A. at age 18, how he juggles multiple bands, his love of INXS and how guitar hero Nuno Bettencourt connected him with Godsmack.Created and Produced by Jared

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01:15:10

S.A. Slayer at Keep It True

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2025/06/18

S.A. Slayer at Keep It True Jason recaps his recent visit to Germany where he fronted a reunited S.A. Slayer at the annual Keep It True metal festival featuring Riot, Vio-lence, Solitude Aeturnus and others.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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01:46:38

Martin Popoff on his latest Iron Maiden book

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2025/06/11

Martin Popoff on his latest Iron Maiden book Renowned rock journalist, editor and heavy metal author Martin Popoff has written more than 120 books, including his latest behemoth, “Hallowed By Their Name: The Unofficial Iron Maiden Bible.” He joins us to discuss his killer 666-page beast of all Maiden books as well as the overall New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement. You could say we enjoyed his piece of mind.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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01:16:45

Michael Monroe in L.A.

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2025/06/04

Michael Monroe in L.A.“Metal Dave” recaps his April 12 birthday trip to Los Angeles where he saw Michael Monroe perform at the legendary Whisky a Go Go. Other highlights include Faster Pussycat, a guided tour by Jimmy Ashhurst (The Broken Homes, Izzy Stradlin, Buckcherry), a surprise run-in with Sean Pierce from Toilet Boys and quick hangs with Armored Saint singer John Bush, L.A. Guns bassist Johnny Martin and music journalist and author Katherine Turman.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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34:58

Josh Todd

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2025/05/28

Josh ToddAs the frontman for Buckcherry, singer Josh Todd is a human blur of rowdy rock energy. On the eve of the band’s eleventh album, “Roar Like Thunder,” he joins us (on his birthday, no less) to discuss the new album, the touring hustle, why the Scorpions always bring the girls and how Val Kilmer talked him into acting in “The Salton Sea.” Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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01:19:47

Robert Fleischman

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2025/05/21

Robert FleischmanHe briefly sang for Journey and co-wrote two of the band’s best-known songs. His other credits include his piercing vocals on the cult-classic, glam-metal debut album from the Vinnie Vincent Invasion plus brushes with Asia, Michael Schenker, Genesis and Gene Simmons. Vocalist Robert Fleischman joins us to discuss his storied past, his latest album, “Emotional Atlas,” that time he got an encouraging two thumbs up from Beatles producer George Martin and an unforgettable outburst from

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51:37

Tracii Guns

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2025/05/14

Tracii GunsGuitarist Tracii Guns returns for a third time to discuss the creative chemistry behind L.A. Guns’ latest album, “Leopard Skin;” its deep-rooted classic rock and funk influences; singer Phil Lewis’ initial dislike of the album title; the band’s collective favorite track; “pimp music;” and why James Hetfield is the bravest man in rock. Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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01:13:49

Frank Meyer

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2025/05/07

Frank MeyerWith his first solo album, “Living Between the Lines,” and his membership in punk legends, FEAR, guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Frank Meyer keeps his credits rolling. He joins us to discuss his songwriting process, collaborating with the Runaways’ Cherie Currie, recording FEAR’s latest album, “The Last Time,” jamming with Taylor Hawkins’ son, and why Taylor Swift and Amy Winehouse are such pop-perfect inspirations. Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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31:52

John 5

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2025/04/30

John 5Long before he played guitar for Motley Crue, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and others, John 5 was – and remains – a diehard KISS fan. Need proof? Welcome to Knights in Satan’s Service – John’s recently opened, Los Angeles-based KISS museum featuring his personal, lifetime collection from the hottest band in the world. From original boots and belts to Gene Simmons’ blood-stained “KISS Alive!” glove, John’s mountain of memorabilia is larger than life.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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02:02:30

Jizzy Pearl

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2025/04/23

Jizzy PearlSinger, author, YouTuber and rock’n’roll martyr Jizzy Pearl joins us to discuss his new album, “Punk Rock Fiesta.” We also learn about his insightful and humorous YouTube channel (JPearlTV), writing books, hanging from the Hollywood sign, singing for Love/Hate, Quiet Riot, L.A. Guns and Ratt, and that time he and Zakk Wylde got into a drunken fight.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

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02:13:31

Johnny Kelly

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2025/04/16

Johnny KellyHe was a mailman, mechanic and almost a cop until music took priority against the wishes of his mother (and to the delight of his rocker Dad). Drummer Johnny Kelly joins us to discuss his latest project, Sun Dont Shine, his early years with Andrew “Dice” Clay (say what?), success with Type O Negative, including tours with Nine Inch Nails (dismal) and Motley Crue (better), plus his ongoing gig with Quiet Riot. This might be one of our favorite episodes and not just because he got to tell

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01:22:40

Rowan Robertson

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2025/04/09

Rowan RobertsonAt age 17, guitarist Rowan Robertson was hired by Ronnie James Dio to record the “Lock Up the Wolves” album and tour the world. His first gig was opening for Metallica, but his grand entrance was straight out of “Spinal Tap!” He joins us to discuss his time with Dio, his subsequent bands Violet’s Demise (featuring singer Oni Logan), DC4 and Bang Tango. We also learn the importance of his father’s and friends’ unwavering belief, his current gig in the all-star Vegas production, Raiding

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