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Rockstar Superhero

Rockstar Superhero examines the personal lives and creative careers of established and upcoming musical, comedic, and theatrical artists.Join us for our shows, as we pursue conversations with legends (and legends in the making)!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.

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56:02

Proof of Concept with Tony Maddocks | Above All

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/05/05

Legend... it's a word that gets played out, overused, and misappropriated all the time. It also completely applies to my guest today, the most lovely chap, Tony Maddocks.Tony once fronted the mid 90's apex predators, Above All, and then the band mysteriously disappeared. When the dust settled 26 years later, I got an email asking if I'd be interested in talking to Tony about a new Above All EP, out now on all major platforms.Of course I said yes, and the rest is history. Our conversation today

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58:31

Closer to the Sun with Jay Kloeckner | Seven Eyed Crow

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/05/02

France has a surprising stockpile of talented singers who bring a completely different approach to the modern voice.Jay Kloeckner, the front and center vocalist for the unique Seven Eyed Crow, brings a plaintive and emotive sonic style that pierces the melodies and brings the audience in for a closer listen. It's beautiful stuff that blends really well with the instrumental candy the band brings to each song.I love it, and I'm positive you will too, so without any further flourishes on my end,

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42:33

A Myriad of Options with Josh Smith | Northlane

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/28

From childhood athlete to rising heavy music legend, Josh Smith of Australia's NORTHLANE is keen to put the past behind him.Focused on the moment, Josh's band is readying to release their visionary new work, the stunning OBSIDIAN, and I have to say.... steel yourself, because this new record, hitting the shelves on April 22nd, is a masterpiece and the timing couldn't be better. This is their anthem, their moment, their zenith, their apex.... so far. I'm 100% positive we haven't even seen what

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82:21

Hate is Played Out with Josh Davies | Monasteries

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/25

What is it about the death metal scene that encapsulates the anger of mankind and the cathartic hope that darkness can be crushed once and for all? It's a weird and oftentimes unexpected dichotomy but one that we 'sort of' talked about today.Josh Davies from the brutal death metal act, Monasteries, joined me today from the United Kingdom and we touched on these themes as well as many others. Josh and his mates have just released the new single, LILAC, and the piece ramps up from what we've heard

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34:57

Anti Matter and Quarks with Zach Schottler | Skull Fist

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/22

The dungeon master himself, Zach Schottler, has to be the coolest, weirdest, and wildest guest I've ever had on the show and we are all the better for it.Zach's band, the monumentally awesome SKULL FIST, is a pure unrelenting rock and roll powerhouse and one of my favorite bands of the last 20 years.We had a very tight interview schedule, so we didn't get in as much as I would have liked, but I still laughed my ass off. You will too.This is Popsicle Pete, nay Zach Slaughter, nay... eh... this is

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53:49

Josh Muncke is Focused on Ferocity | Sugar Spine

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/19

There's something about the land down under. I've heard so many outrageously talented bands come from the continent of Australia and Sugar Spine is no exception.Sugar Spine, better known by his given name, Josh Muncke, is a pure and ambitiously talented man. He's also one of the nicest, most humble people I've ever met. The new Sugar Spine album, Mirror Talk, is 100% all in. It's a mindblow of furious intent, millions or notes, impossibly syncopated grooves, and themes revolving around anger and

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45:03

Balancing the Soul with Nick Vasallo | Apophany |...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/14

Nick Vasallo always has something to say and contribute, so our conversation today was lively to say the least.Nick is commonly known through the metal world as an Original Gangster, because he's the one that started this whole 'Deathcore' thing. I'm not sure if Nick even knows why this has come to pass, but indeed it has. Fortunately, Nick has insight and talent for days and hanging out for a bit in his world is as eye opening as it is overwhelming.I would just like to say that this might be my

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28:44

Bow Before Your King with Udo Dirkschneider | Accept...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/11

When I say the name Udo Dirkschneider, what do you envision? I would think your brain might automatically take you to the early 1980's, when his iconic West German metal band, ACCEPT, ruled the charts with the classic "Balls to the wall."Like you, I go there too, because well... this was a moment that you don't forget. That said, I've kept an eye on him over the years and watched his legend grow along with his never ending passion for entertaining his audience. He's the biggest and brightest from

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45:21

The Musical Fondue Pot with Mihai Tivadar | Dirty Shirt

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/07

Dirty Shirt is a never ending surprise of musical expression and disparate sonic influences. They are a wild ride down a folksy metallic hardcore road and you don't really want out of the vehicle because it has so much horsepower.I was absolutely blessed to connect with chief songwriter, Mihai Tivadar, and have a fantastic discussion about the bonkers music he and his bandmates create. Dirty Shirt has been a fixture on the European festival circuit for years, yet has never set foot in North America

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66:33

Meditations and Musings with Jason Ingalls | Echo...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/04/01

Jason Ingalls and I quickly connected and hit it off. It seems we have the same eccentricities and are influenced by the same eccentric musicians and sounds. It's not often that I encounter someone similar to me, so you'll have to forgive us as we go off on the occasional tangent.Jason came to me through a publicist that I'm close to, and after hearing his unique musical style and flavoring, I had to know what makes a creative like him tick. So, talk and tick we did, and this interview is a

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53:46

That Which Might Bind Us Together | Day of Departure

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/28

Today, I present a band from a time seemingly forgotten and typically misrepresented. That time was the mid 1980's. The sound of the era was awash in colorful hues and deep dark pockets of reverb. The United States hadn't yet experienced true terrorism on our shores, and the high times vibe of the era blinded us to the truth.In short, the world still had hope, even if for the short term.Day of Departure is about to release a new album that takes us sonically back to a time when the world was far

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41:37

The Noteworthy Influence of a Master with Michael...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/25

Michael Romeo is a guitar player with an uncommon level of skill. Over the last 25 years, Michael has toured the world, entertaining fans from his legendary progressive metal band, Symphony X, and silently building up to icon status.There just aren't that many guitar gods out there anymore, but Michael wears that gold sash proudly and embraces the music that both he, and the audience, adores.Michael released 'War of the Worlds Part 1' in 2018 and here we are finally getting the follow up, 'War of

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70:26

The Year of Our Discontent with Stefano Ferrian | SYK

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/21

Stefano Ferrian lives in a little town near the Italian Alps. On a good day, he can see the Matterhorn and he chooses this life as it allows his artistry to flourish unchecked.With that creative bump, Stefano has partnered with 3 other superhuman musical forces to create SYK, a dark metal mindblow of unseen proportions.The new album, Pyramiden, allows us to see into this seemingly impenetrable world, giving us glimpses of faded hardcore, lilting vocals in the shape of questions marks and a digital

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28:39

The Dedication of the Angels with Olli-Pekka Laine |...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/17

Amorphis is a legendary Finnish metal act and one I've dreamt about hosting for a long time. When a business contact of mine told me it was possible to snag a chat, well I pretty much went bonkers. Then, I went more bonkers when I found the only times available were when I already had a week's bookings in place. I cannot exaggerate the level of bummed I felt at that moment.Then, just last week, I got another call letting me know that I could interview Olli, but it would have be super early, so I

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58:54

The Heavy Metal Supercell with Adam Frakes-Sime |...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/15

Speaking today with Adam Frakes-Sime of UK supergroup, Hellblind, was a wonderful experience for me. The joy of his character came out in proportions I was not expecting from a man who makes 'those' sounds. It was as eye opening as it was ear numbing. Adam gave me some insight into his life before Hellblind, how the band ultimately got together, and how they plan on taking the planet by storm, one stage at a time. You may not know the name, but you know the bands from whence they came, namely,

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42:40

The Expression of Willpower with Omar Al-Hinai | We...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/14

I really dug my chat with Omar Al-Hinai of UK Melodic Hardcore act, We Struck Gold. Omar shared his life story with our listeners today and I found him remarkable. There is a gift so rare inside him and it's not hidden. It's there for all to see, hear, and find compelling. Omar is well spoken, easy to listen to, and an absolutely delightful young man. Many should follow his lead of integrity.If anything, the name of the band, We Struck Gold, sums up the humans in this collective. There's something

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68:24

Mac Gollehon is Notorious | David Bowie | Duran Duran...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/10

I dig Mac Gollehon so much. He's back for a second show in less than a year, simply because he has such interesting stories to tell. Obviously, when you have 3000+ recording credits, chances are you've seen some crazy stuff. When you hear the new album, , you know that crazy stuff burrows deep into your artistic psyche.During our conversation, we did have a few cell phone drop outs, so this interview is heavily edited, but we did our best and trust me.... it's a doozy. Mac makes an incredible

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55:17

An Homage to Progressive Cool with Joost van der...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/03/03

There's something about the music business and the interview process that brings me nervous energy, but also affords me the opportunity to connect with someone in a unique and lovely way.Today, I met Joost van der Graaf for the first time, and left our conversation approximately an hour later feeling deeply and soulfully connected.It's an amazing experience when it happens and I hope our chat today engages you the same way.Joost is an amazing musician and songwriter, and the creative force behind

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58:07

Be Careful What You Wish For with Ethan Harrison |...

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/02/28

Ethan Harrison, the powerful voice behind the amazing metal band, Great American Ghost, is a man who does not mince words. Fortunately for you and I, Ethan stands up for what he believes in and stakes his claim with passion, power and massive conviction. He's a rare bird, and I'm so honored we can share an hour today, especially since he's out on tour with Fit for an Autopsy and Enterprise Earth, among other heavy hitters. Whether it's a discussion of what ails our world or a chat about the

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52:17

Walloping and Hammering with Tim Tymo | TYMO

Rockstar Superhero ·

2022/02/25

There's only so much I can say about my conversation with thrash legend ,Tim Tymo. I did get quite a bit out of him today, but I wish I could just sit down with him for a day or two and pick his brain. Tim knows so much about music. He's insanely passionate and filled with joy over the silliest things, and he's a genuinely lovable guy. What a mensch. Tim is currently promoting the new album 'The Art of a Maniac,' and it sounds like the title suggests. It's raw, unfiltered, pinpoint accurate, thrashy

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