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The Rock is George Podcast

George Dionne

Music, pop culture, and nostalgia…

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00:31:50

Ep.245: Interview with A LIGHT WITHIN | “Dying Clock”...

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2026/01/09

George Dionne interviews A LIGHT WITHIN vocalist KYLE BRANDT and guitarist JEFF IRVINE about their latest single “Dying Clock”. Highlights include:-Discussion of the new single-How the song came together-Working toward a full-length album-Members of the band on a break-Guest drums by Kelli Scott (FAILURE)-Their prior concept EP releases-Updating some of that music-Other music projects their involved in-The origins of the band’s name-How Kyle & Jeff first met-And much, much more!*Photos by Sid@Too

00:59:59

Ep.244: Interview with PETER GOALBY | ‘Don’t Think...

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2025/12/29

George Dionne interviews vocalist PETER GOALBY about his lost solo album DON’T THINK THIS IS OVER. The album, originally recorded in the late ‘80s, was recently released on December 5, 2025 through Explore Rights Management. The album follows two prior releases of lost music PETER GOALBY recorded after his departure from URIAH HEEP in 1986.Highlights include:-His unreleased material finally getting its due-Not being aware that the recordings still existed-The process in getting it all

00:18:36

Ep.243: Interview with DES ROCS | “The Juice” | “This...

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2025/12/17

George Dionne interviews Rock and Roll solo artist DES ROCS about his latest single “The Juice”, upcoming 2026 studio album, and recently announced North American tour. “The Juice” is available for streaming now through Sumerian Records.Highlights include: -Discussion of the new single-Previous released singles-His contributions to the video game Borderlands 4-Collaborating with Zayn Malik (ONE DIRECTION)-Covering “Ring of Fire” for the movie Nobody 2-Upcoming 2026 studio album-Touring North America

00:40:17

Ep.242: Interview with HORIZON THEORY |...

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2025/12/04

George Dionne interviews HORIZON THEORY vocalist JOSH HARRINGTON and guitarist CHRIS BLACK about their latest single TRANCENDANCE. The single is out now through Mindful Recordings, with a full studio album, MISSION CONTROL, expected March 2026. “We’re lucky that we have kind of a home studio set-up, because we can record all the time…we’ve got probably two years worth of music right now that we can have mixed and mastered and put out any time we feel like it.” - Chris BlackHighlights

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Ep.242: Interview with ALEX MARTEL of DEADLY APPLES |...

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2025/11/27

George Dionne interviews DEADLY APPLES frontman ALEX MARTEL about their latest singles, and upcoming album DISTRESS. DEADLY APPLES also features Antoine Lamonthe on drums and synth. Their upcoming album features guest spots by Richard Patrick (FILTER) and Danny Lohner (NINE INCH NAILS).”I really think that the best way to experience Deadly Apples is live…as much as I’m a very calm and quiet person…when I get up on stage, a whole different side comes out.”Highlights include: -How DEADLY APPLES was

00:32:05

Ep.240: Interview with ROB MORATTI | ‘Sovereign’ |...

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2025/11/12

“[On his time in SAGA] It is what it is, and thankfully it lasted at least three years. We pulled off a studio and live album…then Michael [Sadler] came out of retirement, and I understand that.” - Rob MorattiGeorge Dionne interviews Melodic Rock solo artist ROB MORATTI about his latest album SOVEREIGN. The album is set for release on December 12, 2025 through Frontiers Music and features Joel Hoekstra (WHITESNAKE, NIGHT RANGER ) and Tony Franklin (BLUE MURDER, JIMMY PAGE). Moratti was also the

00:27:15

Ep.239: Interview with MARCO LAZZARINI of HELL IN THE...

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2025/11/01

George Dionne interviews HELL IN THE CLUB drummer MARCO “MARK” LAZZARINI about their latest album JOKER IN THE PACK. The album is set for release on November 7, 2025 through Frontiers Music.Marco is also the drummer for SECRET SPHERE (w/bandmate Andy), ACHON ANGEL (w/Zak Stevens of SAVATAGE), and ODD DIMENSION.Highlights include: Frontman Davide Moras (ELVENKING) leaving the bandHow Tezzi Persson (INFINITE & DIVINE, VENUS 5) became their new singerHis contributions to the songwritingStories behind

00:30:29

Ep.238: Interview with CORY MARKS

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2025/10/21

George Dionne interviews solo artist CORY MARKS about his latest album SORRY FOR NOTHING, VOL.2. The album is out now through Better Noise Music. “Everyone’s got a story and I’m just trying to tell mine through my music” - Cory MarksHighlights include: -Discussion of the new album-If volume 1 and 2 tie into each other-Stories behind the singles-Working with the production trio of Kevin Churko (OZZY), Kile O’Dell (NITA STRAUSS), and Andrew Baylis (JELLY ROLL)-Signing with Better Noise Music-Reducing

00:28:52

Ep.237: Interview with LAURI YLONEN of THE RASMUS

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2025/09/29

George Dionne interviews vocalist LAURI YLONEN of THE RASMUS about their latest album WEIRDO. The album is out now through Better Noise Music.“When we got on that stage [in Ukraine], it was pure joy. People were so happy that they had something else to think about for that one hour…the day before…there was a bombing.” - Lauri YlonenHighlights include:-Discussion of the new album-Writing & recording with Desmond Child & Marti Frederiksen-Being labeled a weirdo-Social media’s impact on self-esteem

00:22:05

Ep.236: Interview with SERAINA TELLI

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2025/09/25

George Dionne interviews Swiss solo artist SERAINA TELLI about her latest album GREEN. The album is set for release on October 24, 2025 through Metalville Records. TELLI previously fronted the Power Metal group BURNING WITCHES from 2015 to 2019.“I see a lot of people that have a lot of influence, that could do so [many] good things, and they decide to not be good role models…you’re connected with millions of people, so tell them something good!” - Seraina TelliHighlights include:-Discussion of the

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Ep.235: Interview with GREG T. WALKER of TWO WOLF...

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2025/09/10

George Dionne interviews TWO WOLF founder and bassist GREG T. Walker about their self-titled debut. The album is out now through Cleopatra Records, with a vinyl release set for October 2025. TWO WOLF also features LANCE LOPEZ, KRIS BELL, and RUSTY VALENTINE. Walker was also the cofounder and bassist for the Southern Rock act BLACKFOOT. Highlights include:-The formation of TWO WOLF-Discussion of the new album-The resurgence of vinyl-Songwriting dynamics-Mixing originals with BLACKFOOT songs-Stories

00:40:42

Ep.234: Interview with PANGAEA

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2025/08/29

George Dionne interviews PANGAEA guitarist COREY SCHENCK and bassist RON POULSON about their latest album THE RECKONING. The now double album was recorded but shelved back in the early 2000s, and is now available with bonuses. Highlights include:-The reception their 2024 reunion album BEOWULF received-Live performances that followed-Why THE RECKONING was originally shelved-Why it differs a bit from the rest of their catalog-The differences between the two volumes of the album-Corey’s “stacks of

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Ep.233: Interview with MATT BISSONETTE of THE SQUIRTS

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2025/08/20

George Dionne interviews THE SQUIRTS bassist and vocalist MATT BISSONETTE about their latest album SQUIRTS III. The album is out now through F-Bomb Records.MATT BISSONETTE has recorded and/or toured with numerous National music acts including ELTON JOHN, RINGO STARR, DAVID LEE ROTH, JOE SATRIANI, JEFF LYNN, SHEENA EASTON, KEVIN CRONIN, and more. Highlights include: -How the group was formed-Convincing RICK SPRINGFIELD to let them open-The long gap between album 2 & 3-Discussion of the new

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Ep.232: Interview with DAN LORENZO of PATRIARCHS IN...

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2025/08/01

George Dionne interviews PATRIARCHS IN BLACK guitarist and founder DAN LORENZO about their latest release HOME. The album is set for release on August 15, 2025 through Metalville Records. PATRIARCHS IN BLACK was founded by Dan Lorenzo and Johnny Kelly (TYPE O NEGATIVE) and each of their four albums features guest musicians. Highlights include: -Wasting no time in releasing new music-Discussion of the new album-Musicians appearing for the 1st time-Stories behind the singles-Collaborating more with

00:28:36

Ep.231: Interview with JESSI MAULE of CHOKESETTER

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2025/07/19

George Dionne interviews CHOKESETTER vocalist JESSI MAULE about their self-titled debut. The album is out now through Pavement Entertainment. Highlights include:-How the band was formed-The long road to getting album out-New material already in the works-Songwriting dynamics-First single a tribute to FRANK ZAPPA-Album artwork discussion-Collaborating with DELCO DETENTION-Live show plans-Recent gigs with CROBOT-Upcoming Thunder on the River appearance-Best gig / worst gig-And much, much more!

00:27:09

Ep.230: Interview with WES SCANTLIN of PUDDLE OF MUDD

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2025/06/06

George Dionne interviews PUDDLE OF MUDD frontman WES SCANTLIN about their latest album KISS THE MACHINE. The album is out now through Pavement Entertainment. Highlights include: -Discussion of the new album-Handling most aspects of the writing & recording-Stories behind the singles-Testng the new music while getting an oil change-Trying to collab with former bassist Doug Ardito-A new UMG project on the horizon-Inspiration behind the album’s title-KISS THE MACHINE on vinyl?-Signing with Pavement

00:33:45

Ep.229: Interview with ANDY MARTIN of CLAMFIGHT

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2025/05/29

George Dionne interviews CLAMFIGHT drummer/vocalist ANDY MARTIN about their latest self-titled album. The album is self-released and available now.“It was lining up four very busy people’s schedules, plus the pandemic, that just made this recording process go on and on.”Highlights include:Origins of the band’s nameHow they all came togetherDiscussion of the new albumDelays and restarts along the wayThe passing of producer STEVE POPONIStories behind the singlesAlbum cover art inspirationReleasing it

00:29:56

Ep.228: Interview with JASON DEA WEST AND THE...

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2025/05/22

George Dionne interviews JASON DEA WEST & THE SISKIYOU CREST frontman JASON DEA WEST and bassist AMIE ASTELLE about their latest album 8 MILES FROM RUSK. The album is out now through Anti-CorpMusic.”We’re both Punk kids that started playing Folk and Country music sometime in our early twenties.”Highlights include:Discussion of the new albumHow the group was formedRecording in a short period of timeWorking with producer DAN EMERYStories behind the singlesArtwork by VANESSA JO BAHARSigning with

00:28:07

Ep.227: Interview with JERRY PRUTZ of CIRKUS PRUTZ

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2025/05/15

George Dionne interviews bassist JERRY PRUTZ of CIRKUS PRUTZ about their latest album MANEFESTO. The album is out now through Metalville Records. Highlights include: -Discussion of the new album-Writing & recording the traditional way-Working with Heavy Metal producer Peter Tagtgren (SABATON, PAIN, HYPOCRISY)-Stories behind the singles-Where the album title came from-Live performances-Tightness of the Swedish music community-How he originally started the band with Christian Carlsson (THE

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Ep.226: Interview with JACOB DERAPS of DERAPS

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2025/05/06

George Dionne interviews guitarist and vocalist JACOB DERAPS of DERAPS, about their latest album VIVA ROCK N’ ROLL. The album is set for release on May 23, 2025 through Metalville Records.Highlights include:-Discussion of the new album-How long has they been working on it-Stories behind the singles-Long distance songwriting-The album cover’s backstory-Live performances-Opening for BLUE OYSTER CULT & LEE AARON-VAN HALEN’s influence on his music-Has anyone in VAN HALEN commented on his

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