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Metal Mayhem ROC: Your go to source for everything metal.

Vernomatic Productions

Weekly podcast dedicated to supporting heavy metal music in every way possible. Hosted and produced by Jon “The Vernomatic ‘’ Verno, Metal Mayhem Roc presents a blend of feature interviews with heavy metal legends and stars of tomorrow. With in house created content like " The History Of Metal" and " Rock N Roll Detention" the listener, is left both educated and entertained. With an emphasis on presentation and professional industry audio imagery, Metal Mayhem ROC is your go to source for everything

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34:00

Metal Church Return: Kurdt Vanderhoof Interview

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2026/04/10

Metal Church founder Kurdt Vanderhoof joins Metal MayhemROC to discuss the band’s return and the new album Dead to Rights. After shutting the band down due to burnout, Kurdt explains what brought Metal Church back—and how a new lineup featuring Brian Allen, David Ellefson, and Ken Mary reshaped the band’s direction. We break down the songwriting process, key tracks, and the album’s flow, along with how Metal Church balances classic material with new songs on stage. Kurdt also shares insight into

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37:56

Corrosion Of Conformity: Bobby Landgraf on New Album...

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2026/04/03

Corrosion of Conformity takes center stage as bassist BobbyLandgraf joins Metal Mayhem ROC to break down the band’s new double album Good God / Baad Man and a pivotal new chapter in the group’s evolution. Landgraf details how he joined Corrosion Of Conformity through long-standing musical relationships with Pepper Keenan and the band’s extended circle, stepping into the role without a formal audition. That foundation of trust carried directly into the studio, where the band built a sprawling

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44:18

Jeremy Asbrock (Ace Frehley Band) & Wicked (Glam Hard...

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2026/03/26

Jeremy Asbrock (Ace Frehley Band) and Wicked (glam hardrock) are featured in a two-interview episode of Metal Mayhem ROC, bringing together conversations focused on legacy, touring, and forward momentum across today’s hard rock landscape. Jeremy Asbrock opens the episode with a detailed look at the newly announced 2026 Ace Frehley Band tour, including the decision to perform the 1978 solo album in full and what it means to carry that material forward. He also reflects on touring life, his work

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49:05

AC/DC Logo Designer Gerard Huerta on Rock History

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2026/03/19

The story behind some of the most recognizable logos in rockhistory starts with designer Gerard Huerta. In this conversation, Huerta takes us inside the creation of legendary visual identities tied to AC/DC, Boston, Blue Öyster Cult, and Ted Nugent—explaining how these now-iconic designs began as everyday assignments inside the 1970s record industry. He breaks down the real process behind album artwork at CBS Records, how art directors shaped concepts, and why most bands weren’t even directly

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52:45

Whitesnake & TSO Guitarist Joel Hoekstra — From The Fade

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2026/03/06

Whitesnake and Trans-Siberian Orchestra guitarist JoelHoekstra joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss the new Joel Hoekstra’s 13 album From The Fade. Hoekstra breaks down the riff-driven songwriting behind the record and the all-star lineup featuring Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath, Dio), Tony Franklin (The Firm), and vocalist Girish Pradhan. The conversation also touches on Hoekstra’s decades on the road, including stories from his time with Whitesnake and Night Ranger, lessons from playing hundreds of

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50:17

Inside S.L.A.M.: Mental Health, Musicians, and a...

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2026/02/19

Support Life and Music (S.L.A.M.) is a nonprofit committedto fighting musician self-destruction and exposing the real struggles artists face. Founder Jack Mangan joins Metal Mayhem ROC to explain how S.L.A.M. confronts the harsh realities of life in music through outreach, weekly survival-guide conversations, a growing resource network, and research-driven efforts focused on mental-health and addiction awareness in the rock and metal community. This episode breaks down the myths of

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29:48

John Corabi: Solo Album, Mötley Crüe & 40 Years in Rock

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2026/02/12

John Corabi joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss his solo albumNew Day, arriving April 24, and the creative mindset behind the record. Best known for his work with Mötley Crüe, The Scream, Union, and The Dead Daisies, Corabi reflects on where he stands after four decades in rock and roll. In this conversation, Corabi breaks down approaching New Day as a true solo statement, writing alongside longtime collaborator Marty Fredriksen, and allowing the songs to evolve organically without chasing trends or

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28:56

Tailgunner — Bones on Midnight Blitz, Working With KK...

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2026/02/05

In thisepisode of Metal Mayhem ROC, we’re joined by Bones from the UK heavy metal band Tailgunner. Bones joins us as the band prepare to release their second album, Midnight Blitz, and reflects on a period of rapid growth and forward momentum. We discuss how Tailgunner developed a working relationship with KK Downing, how that connection evolved, and what it was like having KK involved as producer on the new record. The conversation also covers Tailgunner’s role in the No Life ’Til

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38:25

Warren Haynes on the Tales Of Ordinary Madness...

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2026/01/31

Few artists get the opportunity to revisit their first soloalbum with the benefit of time and perspective. In this conversation, Warren Haynes reflects on the 30-year reissue of Tales Of Ordinary Madness and why revisiting the record mattered now. Haynes discusses defining his solo voice outside of his band work, choosing a metal-leaning label for a deeply personal album, and why the previously unreleased track “Tear Me Down” was left off the original release. He also reflects on Chuck Leavell’s

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73:41

DMC (Darryl McDaniels of Run-DMC)’s Metal Roots —...

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2026/01/24

In this in-depth conversation, Darryl McDaniels sitsdown with Metal Walt to explore the heavy metal and hard rock roots that have been part of his musical identity since childhood. Growing up in New York City, DMC discovered rock and metal through radio, hearing bands like Black Sabbath and Judas Priest at a formative age. He explains how those sounds were already embedded in early hip-hop culture, from DJs digging through crates to the attitude and energy that shaped Run-DMC from the very

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43:33

Scott “Wino” Weinrich of The Obsessed on Ritual...

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2026/01/15

In this in-depth interview, Scott “Wino” Weinrich of TheObsessed sits down with Metal Walt to discuss Ritual Arcana, a collaborative heavy project built around the creative vision of bassist and vocalist SharLee Lucky. Rather than another frontman-driven band, Ritual Arcana is shaped by SharLee’s songwriting, themes, and direction, with Wino contributing guitar and creative perspective. Wino talks openly about stepping back from lead vocals, focusing purely on guitar, and how trust and chemistry

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56:39

Twisted Sister’s JJ French on 2026 50th Anniversary...

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2026/01/08

JJ French has lived the full arc ofAmerican heavy metal — from club-level survival to global legacy. As guitarist, co-founder, and longtime strategist behind Twisted Sister, JJ French reflects on what it actually takes to last 50 years in a business designed to burn artists out. This is not a nostalgia interview. It is a candid conversation about discipline, reinvention, timing, and truth. JJ discusses the early definition of success, why the UK embraced Twisted Sister before the U.S., the

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50:17

Alycen Rowse: Confessions of a Rock Groupie

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2025/12/31

Alycen Rowse joins Metal Mayhem ROC for a wide-open,unfiltered conversation about life inside the rock ’n’ roll world — beyond the myths and stereotypes. Alycen shares firsthand stories from decades spent backstage and on the road, offering rare insight into groupie culture, navigating relationships, personal boundaries, and the realities behind rock’s most extreme moments. From encounters with David Lee Roth and James Hetfield to reflections involving Nikki Sixx, Robert Plant, and the tragic John

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29:46

Michael Sweet of STRYPER on the New Christmas Album,...

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2025/12/11

Michael Sweet of STRYPER joins Metal Mayhem ROC for an inspiringand a wide-ranging conversation about the band’s new Christmas album, The Greatest Gift of All, the importance of keeping faith at the center of the season, and the powerful message behind STRYPER’s music. Michael also discusses recent health challenges, the band’s enduring brotherhood, and how new Generations of fans continue to discover STRYPER. He goes deeper into the creative process behind reimagining Christmas classics, writing

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68:53

1999–2000: When Nu-Metal Took Over & Napster Changed...

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2025/11/27

Join The Vernomatic, Metal Walt, and Ian O’Rourke(Motorlord), and Bill “The Rager” for another chapter of The History of Metal. This time, they revisit 1999 and 2000 — a defining turning point when Nu-Metal and Post-Grunge ruled MTV, Napster upended the industry, and legendary icons stormed back into the spotlight. Hear how Slipknot, Korn, and Limp Bizkit reshaped the scene, why Woodstock ’99 went off the rails, and how Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford, Dio, and Alice Cooper reignited

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58:58

Led Zeppelin Author Denny Somach Updated “Get the Led...

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2025/11/20

Renowned rock historian, producer, DJ,and author Denny Somach joins Metal Mayhem ROC to explore the newly updated 2025 edition of his classic book Get the Led Out: How Led Zeppelin Became the Biggest Band in the World, originally released in 2012. Denny recounts Zeppelin’s journey from The New Yardbirds to worldwide domination, shares never-before-told stories from his decades in radio, and reveals how his infamous Howard Stern Show appearance reignited the “Stairway to Heaven” song-theft

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79:30

Marco Mendoza: From Thin Lizzy to Sobriety and Solo...

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2025/11/13

Marco Mendoza, the seasoned rock bassist known for his workwith Blue Murder, Thin Lizzy, Ted Nugent, Whitesnake, and as a solo artist, joins Metal Mayhem ROC to reflect on his remarkable career. He opens up about life on the road, the discipline of sobriety, and the powerful bonds he’s formed with icons like John Sykes, David Coverdale & Neil Schon. From global tours to personal transformation, Marco shares heartfelt stories, insights from decades in rock, and a glimpse into his current projects -

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40:18

Overkill’s Feel The Fire at 40: Bobby Blitz Reignites...

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2025/10/30

Bobby ‘Blitz’ Ellsworth and producer Carl Canedy join MetalMayhem ROC to celebrate 40 years of Overkill’s debut album, Feel The Fire. They revisit the early New Jersey club days, the Ithaca, NY recording sessions, and the DIY hustle that helped launch East Coast thrash. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about working with Johnny Z of Megaforce Records, the album’s iconic cover shoot, and early tours with Anthrax and Slayer — plus what’s next for both Overkill and The Rods. A powerful and nostalgic

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34:53

Doro Pesch: Still the Reigning Metal Queen of Heavy...

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2025/10/23

Doro Pesch, the legendary Metal Queen and trailblazer forwomen in heavy metal, joins Metal Mayhem ROC for an electrifying conversation about her incredible career. From her early days with Warlock to her latest powerhouse release, Warriors of the Sea, Doro reflects on her lifelong dedication to metal, life on the road, her creative process, and her iconic collaborations with Gene Simmons, Lemmy Kilmister, and others. She also reveals the inspiration behind the new album’s nautical concept and gives

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32:25

Maiah Wynne of Envy of None on Rush Reunion &...

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2025/10/16

From winning a songwriting mentorship at 19 to recordingwith Rush legend Alex Lifeson, Maiah Wynne has become one of modern rock’s most captivating new voices. In this Metal Mayhem ROC exclusive, she opens up about the making of Envy of None’s haunting new album Stygian Wavz, her creative bond with Lifeson and Andy Curran (Coney Hatch), and how the project evolved from a mentorship into a genre-bending collaboration. Maiah discusses the band’s cinematic sound, introspective lyrics, and the visual

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