Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show

Cobras & Fire is a comedy / rock talk show with absurd discussions about music, news, and life. Join your irreverent hosts Bakko and Loose Cannon as we make fun of what we love. We feature a mix of classic artists and bands on the rise. Rock's not dead. It's hiding. And you found it. In addition to our regular show, our interview episodes include members of Judas Priest, KISS, Anthrax, Motley Crue, and more. Our sidecast “Whatever, Nevermind” counts down the 25 Greatest Grunge albums according to Rolling Stone. Episodes feature a special guest host from the Podcast Community and interviews with the artists, producers, and record label execs involved with the albums.

Music Commentary
Comedy
Music Interviews
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Black Sabbath Story Bonus: Dave Walker Interview
Some bonus coverage to our Black Sabbath spectacular. EP 145: features part of an interview with Dave Walker. Dave was brought in to replace Ozzy in 1978. It wasn't for long as Ozzy soon returned for the record Never Say Die. Here is the complete conversation he had with Bakko. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
17 min
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EP 145: Black Sabbath Story - Ozzy Era (Part 2)
The Cobras & Fire Halloween continues with part two of our tribute to THE spookiest band of all time. Black Sabbath. Returning is special guest, lead singer of the band Mortificator and host of the Disciples of the Watch Podcast, Gene Vogel. In part 2 we discuss the next 4 albums Ozzy did with the band before starting his solo career. The 1985 Live Aid Reunion. The occasional teases the eventually saw the ban reunite in 1997. Additional topics include Bill Ward’s spanks, we find out which Black Sabbath record ranks number 1 on Bakko’s list and we talk with Dave Walker, who replaced Ozzy briefly during the making of the record that would become Never Say Die. And of course plenty of controversial opinions as well as another classic Mash-Up from Bakko. Gene Vogel links: mortificator.com/ www.facebook.com/mortificatorband/ www.facebook.com/dotwpod/ dotwpod.com/ Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
67 min
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EP 144: Black Sabbath Story - Ozzy Era (Part 1)
In celebration of the month that brings us Halloween we embark on a month long tribute to THEE spookiest band of all time. Black Sabbath. Featuring special guest, lead singer of the band Mortificator and host of the Disciples of the Watch Podcast, Gene Vogel. In part 1 we discuss the first 4 albums of the Ozzy era. Plenty of controversial opinions as Loose and Bakko welcome Gene into the absurdity that is Cobras & Fire. https://mortificator.com/ https://www.facebook.com/mortificatorband/ https://www.facebook.com/dotwpod/ https://dotwpod.com/ Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
69 min
429
The Lost Episode: Sorry Bro
This week we discuss Episode 140 which vanished from the interwebs a few weeks ago. This wasn’t a glitch. We explain why with a brand new intro followed by a heavily edited, Wal-Mart approved, censored version of the original show. If you heard the original episode, let us know if you notice the edits. If you’re hearing it for the first time, see if you can hear where we cut. We also apologize. A lot. If by chance you feel you were owed an apology but did not receive one in this episode please let us know. We will ignore it. Also discussed is Ace Frehley’s new record, the Dio garage sale and bagel shop etiquette. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
66 min
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EP 143: Judas Priest-Defenders of the Faith - B...
Loose Cannon and Bakko go all in on the 1984 Judas Priest classic record, Defenders of the Faith. Warning: Listening to this ep may cause you to lose up to 5 IQ points. Also, the lyric discussion gets soops vulgar. As lead singer Rob Halford said, this was a time of hedonism for Judas Priest. But as a plus, you find out what a Manalishi and a Metallion are. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
74 min
431
EP 141: Doing Our Job, Beatles Jerk Off, Ozzy N...
This week Loose and Bakko wouldn't be doing their job if they didn't talk about the recent revelation of the Beatles circle jerk, Ozzy letting us know that just because it's his final tour, that doesn't mean he's never going to tour again. Bakko and Loose offer their own 'Man on the street' reviews of Grand Rocktember and a Collective Soul concert. And they play music they randomly picked via five knuckle shuffle from their own CD collections from the letters A-C. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
60 min
432
Interview EP: K.K. Downing, formerly of Judas ...
Cobras & Fire is proud to bring you legendary former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing. Talking with Bakko, K.K. talks about his soon to be released auto-biography Heavy Duty, Spinal Tap, Heavy Metal Parking Lot, the Nostradamus record, leaving Judas Priest, the recent comments from former bandmates and so much more in this wide ranging interview. K.K. has some laughs with Bakko while also telling it straight from his point of view. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
36 min
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Cobras & Fire At Rock N Pod Expo 2: The Podcast...
In the last of our onsite coverage Bakko is joined by fellow podcasters Sonny Pooni of Growin' Up Rock, Joey Haynie of Rock Strikes Ten, Jon Lamoreaux of the Hustle Podcast and the always over the top Ian Wadley of the Rock And Metal Combat Podcast. We have a lot of fun in these discussions. One for the diehard friends of our shows. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
64 min
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Cobras & Fire At Rock N Pod 2: Artist Interviews
Continuing with our Rock N Pod coverage we give the interviews we did with the featured guests at this years Rock N Pod Expo. Featuring Tesla drummer Troy Luccketta, everybody's keyboard player Gary Corbett, Ron Keel of Keel/Ron Keel Band and Michael Vescara of Obsession, Loudness, Yngwie Malmsteen and more. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
71 min
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EP 139: Rock N Pod Expo 2 Recap
Back from Nashville, Bakko describes the weekend that was Rock N Pod 2. The Pre-Party concert featuring Ron Keel, Tora Tora and Angel. The Expo. Moderating the Eerie Von panel, catching up with fellow podcasters and interviewing guests. Hanging out at the Decibel Geek studio and putting a bow on the weekend with the Rock N Pod post party comedy show with Courtney Cronin Dold, Earl Skakel and Craig Gass. Bakko shares his insight on the whole weekend through his eyes. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
109 min
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EP 137: Absolutely! ...DRINK! Great White's New...
EP 136: Absolutely ...DRINK! In this weeks EP Loose and Bakko discuss Great White replacing their singer with a former frontman of Van Halen, Bakko's latest movie concept "Veganibal", an update on Bakko's previous movie concept "Bro-Dragon", the role of Bigfoot Porn in politics, LC's Alice Cooper Kerfuffle, Cobra Hacks, and a lesbian PSA. Also a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about Cobrafest and the Nashville Rock N Pod Expo all while playing their favorite drinking game and favorite drinking songs. Featuring music from: Assjack Royal Bliss Texas Hippie Coalition Kid Rock/Nickelback Sons of Texas Guns N Roses Black Stone Cherry W.A.S.P. Help support our show and artists we feature. Here's a direct link for vinyl on Amazon or anything you want to buy. Please bookmark. https://amzn.to/2T8i4IW
72 min
437
Interview EP: KIX Singer Steve Whiteman
KIX front man Steve Whiteman joins the show to discuss his career with KIX and Funny Money and how KIX plans to celebrate the 30th Anniversary Of 'Blow My Fuse' With 'Fuse 30 Reblown' out September 21st via Loud N Proud Records.
36 min
438
Ep 136: Def Leppard - Hysteria - Breaking the R...
Ep 135: Def Leppard - Hysteria - Albums Unbuckled: Hysteria. Released August, 1987. 12 million sold in the US. 7 singles. 4 years in the making. 1 less arm. Love it or hate it? No matter your opinion on the album it is one of the most fascinating stories in rock history. Bakko and LC break it down in true Cobra style. Plus we have a new CobraFest announcement! Grab your Union Jack shorts and get ready for a freeballing conversation. And F the circus.
75 min
439
Rock N Pod Primer With Courtney Cronin Dold
Nashville Rock N Pod Expo featured guest, comedian Courtney Cronin Dold joins the program. She talks about Bakko giving her the cold shoulder, why the Monkees are legit, why she's not a WWE writer, going on stakeout's with Monice Lewinsky, the comedy show the night after the Expo and so much more. Courtney gives as good as she takes in this episode.
64 min
440
Interview EP: Doro Pesch, Warlock
Doro Pesch of Warlock and solo fame joins the program to discuss her 35 year career in metal, getting a Gene Simmons Vault, her latest record Forever Warriors, Forever United (drops August 17th), the return of Triumph & Agony era guitar player Tommy Bolan and the FACT that she is more talented than *cough* Beyoncé. And of course much more.
40 min
441
Interview EP: Eerie Von, Samhain, Danzig Part 2
Bakko sits down with former Danzig bassist Eerie Von. In part two he goes deep into his time with Danzig, his work on the Misfits boxset, his solo recordings and what he's up to now.
84 min
442
Interview EP: Eerie Von, Samhain, Danzig Part 1
Bakko sits down for a long chat with Eerie Von of Danzig & Samhain. In part one they discuss how Eerie came to shoot the early days of the Misfits and joining Glen in his first post Misfits band Samhain. Eerie is forthright and goes into great detail about an influential time in Rock.
55 min
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Interview EP: Wilson - Chad Nicefield
Lead singer of the band Wilson returns to Cobras & Fire for a fun chat with Bakko. He talks about the bands time off, the change of direction the Detroiters took before coming back with new music that is their latest record Tasty Nasty, how they ended up with producer Scott Stevens and so much more.
35 min
444
EP 135: Tommy Lee’s Father’s Day, Meatloaf Madn...
Things get a bit tipsy in this ep as Loose Cannon and Bakko feature songs from Monsters of Rock that they have never played while discussing how their own typical Father’s Day experiences compare to Tommy Lee’s, Meatloaf replacing himself on his upcoming tour, the importance of wiping your internet history, a practical use for the cover art for the John Lennon album Two Virgins, LC continuing to make new friends all while playing songs from big time Monsters of Rock that had thus far been ignored by the show. Featuring music from: Deep Purple Beatles ZZ Top The Rolling Stones Van Halen Rush Led Zeppelin
66 min
445
EP 134: ClusterFu*k Fest. Skid Row, Slaughter, ...
ClusterFu*k Fest Recap: Bakko quickly recaps his NY trip and LC recaps his experience at a Skid Row, Slaughter, Quiet Riot, KIX concert in a venue that can only be described as a social experiment run by an evil mustache-twirling promoter. The concert was held in a Denver restaurant parking lot and involved steel cages, the lawn chair army, bikers doing lemondrop shots, raffle tickets as currency and to top it off Decibel Geek TV's Ron Runyon gets escorted out by Sister Christian.
79 min
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EP 133: Jesus Chrysler: Bakko and Treble Discu...
Loose Cannon interviews Bakko and Treble from the band Jesus Chrysler to discuss their new album "Deny It All Later" released on July 6th. They talk about some of the bands history and their experiences in the Minneapolis music scene. Featuring music from the new album "...Deny It All Later" available everywhere now. Download. Stream. LISTEN! SHARE! AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F6T44PR iTUNES - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/deny-it-all-later/1406500518?app=itunes&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 APPLE MUSIC - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/deny-it-all-later/1406500518?app=apple%20music&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/album/283OVWtI3WDbF3OZ9KymaM iHEARTRADIO - https://www.iheart.com/artist/id-399569/albums/id-58900248/ GOOGLE PLAY - https://play.google.com/…/album/Jesus_Chrysler_Deny_It_All_… TIDAL - https://tidal.com/browse/album/91342975 NAPSTER - https://us.napster.com/…/jesus-chry…/album/deny-it-all-later
102 min
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EP 131: Vinnie Paul Tribute - Pantera, HELLYEAH...
Vinnie Paul. 1964-2018. We pay tribute and celebrate the legacy of drummer Vinnie Paul. Loose Cannon and Bakko look back at Vinnie Paul's career and influence in a respectful but lighthearted manner (as always) by discussing his role in Pantera, Damageplan and HELLYEAH while playing songs from all three bands. RIP.
53 min
448
EP 130: O Devil Where Art Thou, The Devil's Rol...
This week Loose Cannon and Bakko get back to their roots with an episode of Devil music. Along with an exciting announcement regarding a new attraction added to Cobrafest 18, there sadly has been another cancellation as well. Ken Mills has a new podcast and Cobras & Fire has the exclusive scoop on that, Bakko explains his preference for not streaming has nothing to do with the almost 3 year difference in his and Loose Cannon’s age, and they offer some sympathy for the Devil as they breakdown the role Beelzebub has played in creating some of rocks greatest music. Featuring the songs: God Damn Devil – Ugly Kid Joe Disciple – Slayer Devil’s Daughter – Ozzy Ozbourne 1,000 Devil’s Reign – Danzig Devil’s Child – Judas Priest I ♥ Satan - Jesus Chrysler Listen. Like. Share. mguOvpVQW7
68 min
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EP 129: Vinnie Vincent Evasion, Gene Simmons We...
This week Loose Cannon and Bakko give updates regarding Cobrafest 18 taking place in the parking lot of the Nashville Rock N Pod Expo on Aug 25th, Bakko shares his theory on the connection between Paul Stanley and Pink Floyd’s The Wall, Gene Simmons willing to be a spokesperson for anything including pot and they give their first andv last statement regarding the recent kerfuffle involving Vinnie Vincent. Music and Spotify Playlist link below. Stream, preview, buy if you dig it. https://spoti.fi/2HY3D3z Monster Truck Tremonti Welles Badflower Wayland Tax The Heat Billy Idol
80 min
450
Ep 128: Megadeth Era 3 - MegaDave 2000 - Now - ...
MegaDeth Era 3 - MegaDave - Discography Roundtable: Bakko, LC and Joey Haynie of Rock Strikes Ten return (finally) to discuss and crack wise about the least celebrated - but most interesting era of the Deth saga. Over 7 albums and 18 years the body count of band members pile up like a slasher film. Dave sits on his hand and can't play guitar "ever again," remixes, re-records vocals of his entire catalog, guests on Duck Dodgers, goes to rehab, writes a questionable number of songs for video games, and is without Dave "Jr." Ellefson for over a decade. We talk in detail of highs and lows of this period with more references to Enuff Z' Enuff and Hanson then one would expect. Albums covered: World Needs a Hero, System has Failed, United Abominations, EndGame, 13, Super Collider, Dystopia
113 min