We're back this week to (belatedly) celebrate Halloween with some of our favorite scary songs.   This week Aaron and Chris are spinning some of their favorite Scary Songs. The criteria was loose in some cases as some of these songs sound scary, some are by scary artists, and others are about scary subject matter. All in all though, it's a solid 90 minutes of great spooky rock and metal from artists such as Type O Negative, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Mondo Generator, Dokken, Slayer and more!   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   Slayer Mondo Generator Cheap Trick Deep Purple Dokken Type O Negativee Black Sabbath Korn  AC/DC Alice Cooper   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below

After a huge response to last week's part 1, we're back to pick up our talk with John Corabi about the 1994 self-titled Motley Crue album.   We pick up Albums Unleashed - Motley Crue with John Corabi part 2 with a discussion of Hooligan's Holiday. From there John guides us through the creative process for each song on the album; highlighting the motives for the lyrics as well as some surprising revelations about the origin of some of the music on the album and a great story about Glenn Hughes' involvement in the recording for Misunderstood.    Other topics touched on in this long-form discussion include the much-talked-about MTV interview that strained the network's relationship with the band, the possibility of the band changing their name during the making of the album, one song that was re-written for the album five times and another that was almost torpedoed by record company politics; leading to a fight from the band for its inclusion. All of that and A LOT more!       Buy Music!   John Corabi Motley Crue   More John Corabi! (click to select) Twitter Facebook YouTube   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram   E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below  

We're back with the second installment of our Albums Unleashed series and it's been a long time coming but we truly believe it's been worth the wait.   John Corabi joins Aaron and Chris this week to discuss what is arguably one of the most underrated albums of all-time; Motley Crue's self-titled album from 1994. In part one of this discussion, John helps us lay the groundwork into the story of the album with stories of his audition process, pre-production for the album, and the maddening-yet-rewarding experience of working with legendary producer Bob Rock.   John also shares revelations into the decision-making process of Motley Crue at that time; choosing to abandon the previously-blazed path of lyrics about rock and roll decadence and focus on delivering an album that's powerful not only musically but thought-provoking in its exploration of dark social commenatary. Tracks discussed in part one of this discussion include 'Hammered,' 'Power to the Music,' 'Uncle Jack,' and 'Hooligan's Holiday.' Also covered in this episode is information on John's current plans to perform the Motley album in-full at select upcoming dates with his band that includes guitarists Jeremy Asbrock, Josh Dutoit, bassist Topher Nolen and John's son Ian Corabi.   Next week we return to the track by track of the remainder of the album and it promises not to disappoint as John is very forthcoming in sharing the impetus for each song, it's process of creation, and his thoughts on them in hindsight.   Buy Music!   John Corabi Motley Crue   More John Corabi! (click to select)   Twitter Facebook YouTube   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

After a week focused on Germany to celebrate Rocktoberfest, we're back to being all over the map this week.   This week Aaron and Chris return with volume 19 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show series. No theme, no plan; just tunes that the guys have been listening to and think you might like. All eras celebrated with artists old and new including Britny Fox, Cinderella, Crobot, Faith No More, Winger, John Corabi, and a bunch more!   Buy Music!   Crobot Winger John Corabi Britny Fox Cinderella Faith No More Jackyl Gilby Clarke Fit for Rivals Unisonic   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download

While many rock/metal shows celebrate Halloween during the month of October, we can't forget another important event from across the pond that enables everyone to get sloppy drunk...   This week Aaron and Chris get into the deustchland spirit with Rocktoberfest; an hour-plus of great songs from great bands that hail from Germany. There were a lot of great options to choose from as Germany has produced a ton of great rock and metal over the years. The guys picks include Michael Schenker Group, Accept, Edguy, Helloween, Gamma Ray, and a bunch more. So, fill that beer stein to the top and rock out with us as the Decibel Geek podcast celebrates Rocktoberfest!   Buy Music!   Scorpions Accept Warlock Edguy Michael Schenker Group Helloween Gamma Ray Shameless Sinner Evidence One   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

No previous guest has garnered more attention (and controversy) to the Decibel Geek podcast than Gary Corbett. And this week, he's back for a different reason.   This week Gary Corbett returns to the Decibel Geek Podcast to join Chris and Aaron in a discussion of notable keyboardists throughout rock and metal history. In this long-form conversation, the guys point out some of their favorite keyboard players and favorite keyboard/synthesizer parts of songs throughout rock history.   This in-depth discussion with Gary Corbett also includes personal stories of Gary's involvement with keys throughout his life; from his early days of piano lessons at age 4 to his love for the British Invasion to the influence of prog-rock on him throughout high school and into his work from the 80's onward with artists such as Cyndi Lauper, KISS, and Cinderella   A lot of laughs, personal memories, and great music throughout this hour-plus discussion on keyboardists. Join Gary, Chris, and Aaron on a trip down memory lane.   Buy Music!   Bon Jovi Cinderella Cyndi Lauper Deep Purple Dio ELP Europe Faith No More Boston Beach Boys Mountain Ozzy Osbourne Procol Harum Rick Wakeman YES Steppenwolf Steve Winwood Dave Clark Five The Doors The Who Uriah Heep Van Halen   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   More Gary!   Conversation with Gary Corbett Part 1 Conversation with Gary Corbett Part 2     Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below  

It's hard to believe that this week's theme has not been covered on the Decibel Geek Podcast but today it takes place.   Media worlds collide this week as SiriusXM deejay and author Luc Carl joins the Decibel Geek podcast to discuss their Top 5 Live Albums. When picking parameters for their choices it was mutually agreed that each person would choose albums that had a personal meaning to them in their journey through music and life. Because of that, you're going to hear a wide variety of picks; some you'll agree with and others you won't. Either way, there's lots of tunes, lots of laughs, and lots of great stories shared between Chris, Aaron, and the Ayatollah of Jack and Cola, Luc Carl!   Buy Music!   KISS Pantera Dokken Aerosmith AC/DC Iron Maiden Queens of the Stone Age Slayer Thin Lizzy Ramones Ozzy Osbourne Poison Lizzy Borden   More Luc Carl!   The Drunk Diet (book) Official Website Official Twitter Official Facebook SiriusXM Satellite Radio (Luc hosts Ozzy's Boneyard & Hair Nation)    Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below      

In the early 1980's a pair of Texas brothers decided to form a band. 30+ years later, they are heavy metal legends. Pantera's rise to the top of the thrash heap happened despite a lack of heavy radio airplay and media hype. Their ascent was due to the power of grassroots word-of-mouth brought on by a legion of loyal fans that are still as fanatical about the band as they were at the end of their run in 2003. Today, we talk to a fan of the band that wound up in the inner-circle.   This week, Chris and Aaron are joined by rock photographer Chad Lee to discuss all-things-Pantera. Chad is not only a talented photographer but was a personal friend of "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott. He organizes the Nashville chapter of Ride for Dime. With the Nashville event coming up on September 27th, Chad sat down to discuss Pantera and Darrell's legacy, their material, and other entertaining stories about the "Cowboys from Hell."    Ride For Dime Inc, a 501 (c) 3, charitable organization, honors the lives of guitar hero and friend, "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, Jeff Thompson, Nathan Bray, and Erin Halk. Ride for Dime has proudly given back to charities that were of interest to Darrell during his life as well as charities he would have been proud to be a part of, like IAVA. In 2010, they started planning and began raising funds for their own "Ride for Dime Scholarship Fund" and are well on their way with the addition of new chapters.   We encourage all of our local listeners to purchase a ticket to the upcoming event and hang out with us! Ticket purchase includes entry into a raffle for autographed guitars from KORN & Halestorm. If you aren't local, you can still purchase a ticket and that money will go towards the charity so you can help from abroad as well. All proceeds benefit Rock Against MS and Nashville animal rescue Proverbs 12:10   Event Information: Ride For Dime Nashville 2014 3rd annual Motorcycle run and concert   Main Street Music 527 W. Main St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Date: Saturday September 27, 2014 06:00 PM Doors: 5:00 PM   Headliner: KIST -AMAZING KISS tribute full costume and stage show FUNGONEWRONG Opener: Erasing Never Sekond Skyn The F**king Pantera Cover Band   Special Guest: Jonathan Montoya - SALIVA Nick Catanese - The Evil Twin (Black Label Society) Nick Bowcott - (Grim Reaper/Marshall Amps/Guitar World Dime tribute) Jose Mangin- (Sirius XM, Liquid Metal, Ozzy's Boneyard , Affliction Clothing) Lüc Carl (Sirius XM Hair Nation, Ozzy's Boneyard Drunk Diet author)   Buy Tickets HERE! https://www.stubwire.com/event/ridefordimenashville20143rdannualmotorcyclerunandconcert/mainstreetmusic/murfreesboro/8452/   More information at www.RideforDime.org Ride for Dime on Facebook Ride for Dime on Instagram   More Chad Lee! Official Website Official Facebook Official Instagram Official Twitter   Buy Music!   Pantera Damageplan   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below    

After spending a week in the clouds, we're heading south......way south.   This week Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite songs from the underworld. Hell - Ep153 features hellaciously good tunes from KISS, Turbonegro, King Kobra, Black Sabbath, Heaven's Basement, Halestorm, and much more.   Buy Music!   KISS Turbonegro King Kobra Heaven & Hell Black Sabbath Union Heaven's Basement Iron Maiden Halestorm Scary Monster   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

The guys are back from a week that nearly put Aaron Camaro out of commission and into recovery. After a health scare of pre-pneumonia, Aaron is back to help Chris tackle this week's subject; and is it ever a doozy.   This week the guys cover the first half of two very common subjects in songwriting; Heaven and Hell. Rock and metal bands have written about these subjects for decades and that only stands to continue in the future.This week Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite tracks about the great beyond that is Heaven. In this episode you'll hear great tracks from artists such as Dio, Gunpowder Gray, Volbeat, Suicidal Tendencies, Stryper, Dokken, and much more.   Buy Music!   Dokken Yngwie Malmsteen Gunpowder Gray Volbeat Dio Suicidal Tendencies Black Sabbath Great White Bride Stryper   Jason Becker Movie   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

It's no secret that we like Ace Frehley around here and the new 'Space Invader' album is in constant rotation in the studio and we can't wait to hear more from the original Spaceman. And on that note....   Recently, Ace announced that the wait for his next album won't be as long as us Frehley fans are accustomed to. In fact, Ace is planning an all-covers album for the near future.   This week Aaron and Chris spin their wish list of covers that they think would benefit from an Ace-lift. You'll definitely be surprised by some of their choices that include songs from Budgie, Billy Joel, Deep Purple, Head East, Cheap Trick and much more! We also share YOUR suggestions for songs that Ace should consider for this new album. Enjoy this hour+ of songs that we want to hear covered by the space cowboy!   Buy Music!   Head East Deep Purple Billy Joel Budgie Gerry Rafferty FLIPP The First Edition BTO Cheap Trick The Normal George Harrison Daddy Cool Thin Lizzy Ace Frehley   Geeks of the Week: Todd Cunningham, Robert De Pasqua, David Alpizar, James Brendon Dunn, Brian Bates, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Shane Hebert, I-am Hoops, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Joe Lascon, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Mike Blount, Brent Walter, Warren Money, Joe Royland, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Gang Forward, MusicMagsAndWax, Shane Stuckless, Don Nitschke, Nashville Metal Bands, Stitcher Radio, Adam Cox   LISTENER SUGGESTIONS:   Rhys Lett: KISS – Crazy Nights Daddy Cool – Eagle Rock (anthem in Australia)   Warren Money: AC/DC – Back in Black Van Halen – I’m the One George Harrison – What is Life?   I-am Hoops: Rush – Working Man   Brent Walter: Ace demos – Catch Me When I Fall aka Audio/Video   Todd Cunningham: Judas Priest – Victim of Changes   Ryan Bales: Eric Clapton – Cocaine Rolling Stones – Satisfaction Jimi Hendrix – Manic Depression   Ben van Belzen: VVI – Back on the Streets   James Geike: Sea of Love Flipp – Freak   Thomas Mucaji/Gregory Muse/Steven Conley: Deep Purple – Space Truckin’   Robert Jackson: Free – All Right Now   Paul Wozniak: Motorhead – Ace of Spades   Mensch Maschine : The Normal – Warm Leatherette   Kent Bennett: David Bowie – Diamond Dogs   Collins Janus: Joe Perry Project – Shooting Star   Danny Silvers: Thin Lizzy – Thunder & Lightning, Bad Reputation, Do Anything You Want to, Havin’ a Good Time, Jailbreak   PJ Brown:     KISS - 2000 Man   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Direct Download  

It's been entirely too long since Aaron and Chris unveiled the Fresh Blood format for Decibel Geek. The first volume received lots of praise and we're happy to now add the second volume to the collection.   This week the guys are spinning tracks by up and coming bands that have the talent, chops, and spirit that all Decibel Geek listeners can appreciate. Tracks from artists such as Gang Forward, We Are Harlot, Diamond Lane, Thundermother, Hardone, Red Wine Hangover and much, much more. It's all new and all for you with Fresh Blood volume 2   More Info! (click artist name for more information)   Massive Preachers Son Thundermother Gang Forward King of the North The Black Moods Red Wine Hangover Diamond Lane Hardbone We Are Harlot   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

After a full month of covering KISS and the second half of an Anthrax career/discography discussion, Aaron and Chris are ready for a week of their favorite format; no format!   We return this week with volume 18 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show. If you’re new to the show, the idea behind this format is simple. We play great songs by great artists that rarely, if ever, get radio play. Corporate stations can waste your time with advertisements and the same 10 songs every hour. This week we’re breaking out awesome deep cuts from W.A.S.P., Alice Cooper, Angel, Ugly Kid Joe, Nazareth, Heavens Edge, and LA Guns. We’re also playing brand new stuff from Judas Priest and Sixx A.M. On top of that we, honor the late great Dick Wagner at the top of the show. Lots to sink your audio teeth into!   Buy Music! (click artist   Dick Wagner Alice Cooper W.A.S.P. Judas Priest Nazareth Sixx:A.M. L.A. Guns Heaven's Edge Ugly Kid Joe Angel   Geeks of the Week: Sid Menon, Todd Cunningham, Matt Ashcraft, Shane Hebert, Kal Hinz, David Alpizar, Brad Kalmanson, Robert De Pasqua, Derik Novak, I-am Hoops, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Warren Money, Peter Vassallo, Billy Hardaway, Andrew Jacobs, Matt Syverson, Justin Hayes, Rob Strabley, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Gino Ames, Mike Blount, Brent Walter (nice alternate art for Stomp 442 and Volume 8), Shane Stuckless, Adam Cox, Trapper Knight, Nashville Metal Bands, Jack Broad, Hard Rock Dad, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), and Nick Tevelis (mentioned guitar solo episode to Ace in magazine interview), Tim Harrigian (donation)     Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Comment Below   Direct Download  

After a jam-packed KISSMAS in July, we're back this week for the second half of our Anthrax discussion with special guest Victor M. Ruiz from Mars Attacks and Talking Metal.   In this long-form discussion Chris, Aaron, and Victor dissect the second decade of the Anthrax story. Starting with 1993's 'Sound of White Noise' and going all the way through 2013's 'Anthems' EP, there was a lot of change in the Anthrax camp. What started out as a new life with former Armored Saint front man John Bush would lead to an interesting game of musical chairs over the years and would ultimately result in the return of Joey Belladonna.   In part 2 of this Anthrax career discussion, your hosts share their thoughts on the musical and personnel choices made by the band in the past 10 years. Was 'Sound of White Noise' a stab at being a grunge band? Did 'Stomp 442' have no chance at equaling the success of 'White Noise'? Was Bush's more serious side pushing out the youthful and humorous spirit of the Belladonna-era?   Other topics touched upon in this coversation are the behind the scenes power moves that have taken place, trouble with record companies, surviving an American tragedy, and unsung heroes in the Anthrax alumni.   It's a fun, thoughtful discussion and not everyone agrees with the choices made. We'd like to hear YOUR take on all of this and you can give it to us by any means listed in the Contact Us section below.   Buy Music! (click artitst name to purchase!)   Anthrax   More Victor!   Mars Attacks Radio Talking Metal Digital   Geeks of the Week: Warren Money, Chris Karam, Danii Carr, Todd Cunningham, Joe Lascon, David Alpizar, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways podcast), Wally Norton, I-am Hoops, Brian Bates, Paul Stamm, Derik Novak, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Justin Hayes, Andrew Jacobs, Podcast Rock City, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker Podcast), Trevor McDougall, Darren Parkin, Dennis Schoen, Antoni Espin Ufano, Heavy Rock, Joe Royland, Viking Girl, Jack Broad, Shane Stuckless, MusicMagsAndWax   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

KISSMAS in July is now drawing to a close for 2014 and there were so many things we wanted to cover we figured, why not cover them all?   This week Aaron and Chris open up a KISS Grab Bag of topics to discuss. Listeners of the show submitted KISS-related subjects and your hosts give their take on those topics this week. Everything from discussion of KISS' merchandising reaching into things like Hello Kitty and arena football to favorite/least favorite albums, stages, costumes, songs, and much much more is covered in this free-form discussion. We also give an update on Vinnie Vincent, plans for more KISS-related shows later in the year and a track by track discussion of the Ace Frehley album 'Space Invader.'   A whole lot to cover to round out KISSMAS in JULY so take it all in and enjoy our talk on the Hottest Band in the Land!   Buy Music!   KISS ACE FREHLEY   Geeks of the Week: I-am Hoops, Joe Lascon, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, David Alpizar, Brian Odermatt, Rhys Lett, Andy Lafon, Chris Karam, Lee Maslin, Paul Stamm, Jody Havenot (Strange Ways podcast), Derik Novak, PJ Brown, Steven Langenbrunner, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Brent Walter, Wally Norton, Billy Hardaway, Andrew Jacobs, Shane Hebert, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Denis Schoen, Heavy Rock, Antoni Espin Ufano, Darren Parkin, Joe Royland, Jeff Spector, Darryl Alber, MusicMagsAndWax, Chuck Speer, Jeff Ludban, Kissforever, D, lovegunn21, Tito Blackwell   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us!   Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below    

While Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are the 2 constant mainstays in KISS, the lead guitar position has faced the most changes of their 40 year history.   This week Aaron and Chris dissect and spin their Top 10 favorite KISS guitar solos. Aaron takes the Ace Frehley route for his list and Chris pulls his 10 favorite from the combined tenure of Vinnie Vincent, Mark St. John, Bruce Kulick, and Tommy Thayer. There's some very interesting and unexpected picks. Let us know what YOUR top 10 KISS guitar solos are by commenting below or on the facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/decibelgeek).   Buy Music!   KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Geeks of the Week:     Todd Cunningham, Ben Mitchell, Joey Vanchieri, Joseph Ciambelli, David Alpizar, Derik Novak, Kal Hinz, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker podcast), Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Joe Lascon, Andrew Jacobs, Rhys Lett, Holland Exciter, Justin Hayes, Paul Stamm, James Brendon Dunn, I-am Hoops, Brent Walter, Chris Karam, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Darren Parkin, Antoni Espin Ufano, Jeff Ludban, Viking Girl, MusicMagsAndWax, Billy Hardaway   Comment Below

Some of the most memorable KISS discussions we've had are the ones we've conducted with crew members. This week's guest should prove to continue that tradition.   Former KISS crew member Ken Barr joins Chris and Aaron this week for an in-depth discussion of a very transitional phase in the Hottest Band in the Land's career. Ken was a drum tech/guitar tech/carpenter for KISS from 1992 - 1996. His tenure included the Revenge tour, Alive III, the 1995 convention tour, MTV Unplugged, Reunion tour rehearsals, and the 1996 KROQ Weenie Roast. Lots of stories about the personalities behind the members of KISS, stories from the road, and Ken's thoughts on what the band is doing today.   Our talk with Ken today is just the tip of the iceberg of experiences that he's had throughout his career in the music industry. For much more, check out his book We Are the Road Crew at http://theroadcrew.wordpress.com/ Buy Music!   KISS   More from Ken Barr!   Official Blog HERE Amazon Store HERE Official Youtube HERE Official Facebook HERE   Geeks of the Week:     Keith Doyle, Kal Hinz, Paul Stamm, Joe Lascon, KISS Army Omaha, David Alpizar, James North, Todd Cunningham, Brad Kalmanson, Shane Hebert, PJ Brown, Wayne Cross, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, I-am Hoops, Joel Hebensperger, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Jody Havenot (Strange Ways Podcast), Andrew Jacobs, Brent Walter, Derik Novak, James Brendon Dunn, Chris Karam, Matt Syverson, Justin Hayes, Stephen Newton, Ron Strowdomis, Denis Schoen, Antonio Espin Ufano, Jason Thomas Broadrick, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Dave Shirt.   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

This week we kick of the 2014 edition of KISSMAS in July. During these next four weeks we'll be focusing solely on KISS-releated episodes and talking to KISS-related guests; and today's is a good one!   Sher Bach has been in close quarters with the Hottest Band in the Land during different eras of their storied career. Sher was married to a member of NY glitter scene contemporaries The Harlots of 42nd Street. She was also a performer in her own right; working with another New York act; Ruby & the Rednecks. In this long-form discussion, Sher details her memories of the rock scene at the time including her attendance at pivotal shows in KISS' career at venues such as Coventry and the Hotel Diplomat.   A few years later, KISS was on top of the world and churning out enough anthems, toys, and belt buckles to satisfy the population. Her longtime friendship to KISS manager Bill Aucoin strengthened in 1977 when she went to work for Aucoin Management.  Bill Aucoin   In this discussion, Sher gives details of what it was like to work on the business side of the entertainment industry and how it, pardon the pun, mirrored the rock and roll side in many ways. She also shares her thoughts on how the excesses caught up to Aucoin and cracks started to appear on the surface of the Madison Avenue money machine.   After a couple of shifts in employment, Sher Bach would wind up working in Puerto Rico in the 1980's. In this discussion, she tells Aaron and Chris about KISS' visit to the country during that time, her impressions of Eric Carr, and an interesting story involving Paul Stanley jamming at a small bar.   The Decibel Geek podcast would like to thank Sher Bach for so many great stories from her time around KISS and appreciate her candor.    Sher Bach currently works with Malla Entertainment Group.    Buy Music!   KISS   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below    

Chris and Aaron tend to differ on many of the bands that they like. The dichotomy of those tastes have helped broaden their own musical palette over the course of doing this show. But one band that they both agree on is Anthrax.   This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Mars Attacks and Talking Metal host Victor M. Ruiz for a discussion of the first decade of Anthrax (1981-1992). In this discussion Chris, Aaron, and Victor go through the anthrax discography from their Neil Turbin-fronted debut, Fistful of Metal, through the final release of the Joey Belladonna era; Attack of the Killer B's.   Also included in this in-depth discussion are clips from the hosts favorite songs from albums of this era including Spreading the Disease, Persistence of Time, and the genre-bending I'm the Man EP among others.   Other topics covered in part 1 of this Anthrax discussion include rumors that Eddie Trunk was a key player in the removal of Neil Turbin as lead vocalist, touring troubles brought on by numerous problems including the death of Metallica's Cliff Burton, and the strange shared touring bill that had Anthrax opening up arena shows for KISS at their poppiest.   From the straight-ahead sound of Metal Thrashing Mad to their adventures into rap and hip hop with their cover of 'Bring the Noise,' Anthrax made a lot of movement during this first decade and we do our best to cover it all.   DISCLAIMER: Yes, we know that KISSMAS in July is starting next week. Never fear, part 2 of this discussion will be released during the first week of August.   Buy Music!   Anthrax   More Victor!   Mars Attacks Talking Metal   Geeks of the Week:   Wayne Newburn, Robert Foster, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Joe Lascon, Wally Norton, Ben Mitchell, Andrew Jacobs, Scott Yeager, Heavy Rock, Jimmy Mercer, Kal Hinz, Paul Korn, Robert De Pasqua, Billy Hardaway, Brad Kalmanson, I am Hoops, PJ Brown, Chuck Speer, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies Podcast), Justin Hayes, Brent Walter, Matt Syverson (Paperback Rocker Podcast), Mike Stewart, Joe Royland (Sit and Spin with Joe), George Savastano, PodofThunder, Darryl Alber, Derik Novak, Helix the Band, Hard Rock Dad, MusicMagsAndWax,     Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

There's a lot of hard-working, stressed-out people in this world. One of those people happens to co-host this show.   This week Aaron Camaro gives Chris a much-needed week off and produces and hosts this week's episode all by himself. The theme this week is Love Fest and Aaron pays tribute to Chris and others that deserve credit for the hard work they put in. In between, he spins some uplifting tracks from artists such as Motorhead, KISS, Warrant, Supersuckers, ELO, and more. C'mon get happy and enjoy the smooth sounds of Aaron Camaro and some inspirational tunes.   Buy Music!   Motorhead KISS Warrant Red Hot Chili Peppers Supersuckers E.L.O.   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

Chuck Garric is no stranger to large crowds and big tours. His bass duties for such rock and metal legends as Dio, LA Guns, and Alice Cooper have given him quite a resume. But one thing that stays the same after playing in front of millions of people over the years; Chuck Garric is still the same music fan he was as a kid.   When not on tour, Garric resides in Nashville, TN as part of the long line of rockers that have made their way to the Southeastern hotbed of music. On a random weeknight you can see Chuck, along with members/ex-members of Motley Crue, Thin Lizzy, Accept and many others jamming out to some of the songs that got them hooked on rock and roll in their early years.   Aaron and Chris were fortunate enough to grab a coffee with Chuck just before he left for Europe to hit some big festivals with Alice Cooper as well as gearing up to co-headline with Motley Crue on their final tour.   In this discussion, Chuck goes back to his Lake Tahoe, CA roots to describe his musical upbringing, the awesomeness of Ted Nugent, his thoughts on American vs. European audiences, and the likelihood of Alice breaking the drought of DaDa songs in the setlist among other things.   For all things Beasto Blanco (including how to purchase the album) go to: www.livefastdieloud.com   Follow Chuck on Twitter @BeastoBlanco   Buy Music!   Alice Cooper Beasto Blanco Ted Nugent   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the FacebookFan Page Follow on Twitter Follow onInstagram E-mail Us Call us on theHotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below     Geeks of the Week:   Twitter:   viperRBNY, hdc7904, JTB72G, NashvilleMetalBand, sidharth menon, lovegunn21, hdc7904, musicmagsandwax, globalmutation, Paul Korn (horsehead shirt!), beyondRbedroom, deriknovak, kerryogorman, audiojunkies, billyhalehardaway, jeffludban, HardRockDad, MattSyverson, Sarah Pentilla   Facebook:   Matt Ashcraft, Joe Lascon, Chris Karam, Shane Hartley, Todd Cunningham, Robert De Pasqua, Lee Maslin, Brent Walter, Steve Langenbrunner, Matt Syverson, Andrew Jacobs, Derik Novak, Miguel Nunez, Rodney Dickson, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Sit and Spin with Joe, Scott Yeager, Andy Lafon, KISS Army Omaha, and George Savastano.     Direct Download

This week we bring you volume 17 of our Radio Sucks Radio Show series. If you're new to the show, it's basically us spinning some tracks, old and new, that we think you'll enjoy. Don't expect to hear the same singles that have been run into the ground by classic rock radio. Expect to hear deep cuts from great veteran bands as well as awesome new tracks that the radio guys in suits and ties continue to ignore.     This volume's selection includes classics from UFO, Sea Hags, D.A.D. and Legs Diamond along with brand new tracks from Rubicon Cross, California Breed and Rival Sons. Also featured are killer cuts from Kyng, Mutha's Day Out and Rearview Ghost.   Buy Music!  (click artist name to purchase via Amazon!)   Legs Diamond D.A.D. Sea Hags California Breed Rubicon Cross Rival Sons Kyng Rearview Ghost UFO Mutha's Day Out   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below   Geeks of the Week:  Facebook: Robert De Pasqua, Matt Syverson, Vic Baric, Spencer Wetmore, Wally Norton, Rodney Dickson, Brent Walter, Andrew Jacobs, Kal Hinz, Brad Kalmanson, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies podcast), Derik Novak, Jason Thomas Broadrick, Darrell Millar, Billy Hardaway, Rob Strabley, Sit and Spin with Joe, Rich Dillon, Dori Evans, Kate Campbell, Hair Metal Mansion, Jodie Block, Metal Newz, Pitriff, Killer Dwarfs  Twitter: paddymackcomedy, HMMOfficial, Mitch Lafon, djnovak, JeffLudban, SupaDupaPoopaScoopa, musicmagsandwax, billyhalehardaway, tom, DonNitschke, Killer Dwarfs, Ryan McKay, Andrew Jacobs, Rainbow in the Dark, Russ Dwarf, Darrel Dwarf Millar, Pat McGuire, Mr. Gee, Sandy Willis, Nashville Metal Bands, Claire D. Direct Download

Last week Aaron Camaro went solo with his one on one talk with Mike Tramp. This week Chris decides to strike out on his own with an in-person hangout with some legends of the Great White North.   The Killer Dwarfs were spending a day in Nashville at Sirius Hair Nation deejay Luc Carl’s “metal farm” and Chris took the opportunity to hang out and pester the guys with a microphone between beers. What you’ll hear in the first half of this episode is Chris (and writer Billy Hardaway) hanging out on a patio with the Dwarfs and Luc Carl while chatting about an assortment of stuff including their mutual love for Alice Cooper, touring with Saxon in the 80’s, and what happened to that can of Cuddly Cola from the ‘We Stand Alone’ video.   The second half of the show features a one on one talk that Chris has with Darrell about his time with the band Laidlaw, his other band Automan, getting back together with the Dwarfs, sharing a studio with KISS in 1992 and what Dwarfs fans can expect on their current tour in support of their Start @ One album.   Geeks of the Week:   Twitter: DJ Novak, Jaime Tigertailz, Jay Arnold, Stuart Brown   Facebook:   Joe Lascon, Todd Cunningham, Lee Maslin (Audio Junkies), Robert De Pasqua, Andy Lafon, Billy Hardaway, Derik Novak, Dave Shirt, Brent Walter, Scott Yeager, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Shane Hebert, Rodney Dickson   Become a Geek of the Week by sharing this link on Facebook or retweeting it on Twitter! Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase on Amazon!)   Killer Dwarfs   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351 Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below

It's been 27 years since White Lion broke through into the public consciousness with 1987's 'Pride' album. Featuring a solid rhythm section of bassist James Lomenzo and drummer Greg D'Angelo joining virtuoso guitarist Vito Bratta, the band was fronted by a platinum blonde singer that not only had the right look for the era but also had a damn good singing voice that would reverberate through arenas across the world during the late 80's glam rock takeover. That singer is Mike Tramp.   The Danish-born front man fronted White Lion through a very successful run of albums from the previously-mentioned 'Pride' album through 1991's 'Mane Attraction.' The Seattle grunge movement eventually commanded a bigger spotlight and bands of White Lion's ilk were pushed aside; but Mike Tramp perservered, going on to form Freak of Nature and then release eight solo albums with 2013's 'Cobblestone Street ' being his most recent.   Mike Tramp has been on a US tour in 2014. Aided by only his guitar and a son he's been reconnecting with, Tramp is bringing an intimate experience for fans that includes White Lion classics and solo selections. Mike was nice enough to spend some time during his stop at the Rutledge in Nashville, TN talking to Aaron Camaro about the tour, the old days, and what it was like to be a part of the shifting sands of the early 1990's. Also included is a chat with two Mike Tramp die-hard fans about their expectations for the show as well as some of their favorite tracks from Tramp and White Lion.   The Decibel Geek podcast would like to thank The Rutledge LMV for their help in facilitating this interview.   Buy Music!   White Lion Mike Tramp   More Mike Tramp!   Official Website Facebok Fan Page  Twitter Page   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn     Comment Below  

Sometimes going back on your word can be a good thing......   This week we present you with the 5th installment of our Vinnie Vincent Special. Joining us for this discussion is drummer Andre Labelle of The Sky. Andre was tapped by Vinnie to drum on the still-not-officially released album Guitars from Hell that was recorded over a period of 1989 through 1992. In this discussion you'll hear the whole story of how the project was started, the interesting ways that Vinnie would decide on equipment,recording techniques, and the circumstances that led to the album being shelved.   During this discussion Andre also shares some interesting insight into Vinnie's brief reconciliation with Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons and his work with them on the then-in-production 'Revenge' album as well as Vinnie's influence going beyond the songwriting for the album.   Guitars from Hell has leaked in-part online over the past few years in the form of rough demos; many of which feature Vincent re-recording all the tracks using a drum machine in Labelle's place. In this discussion, Andre shares his feelings about this and confirms that more than the 8 leaked songs do exist. Fan-created artwork   Along with Andre, the Guitars from Hell album featured the return of original Vinnie Vincent Invasion vocalist  and current Sky front man Robert Fleischman. During this talk, Andre shares the working dynamic between the vocalist and guitarist and how things didn't always go very smoothly yet still yielded an incredible technical performance out of all parties.   The Sky recently released their second full-length album, 'Majestic.' The band is rounded out by bassist Steve Barber and guitarist Ryan Lake.     As we did in part 3 of the Vinnie Vincent Special with Robert Fleischman, all music clips in the epiosde come from the 'Majestic' album. We encourage you to support this band by purchasing the album HERE.   Buy Music! (click artist name to purchase!)   The Sky   Contact Us!   Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram View Enhanced Episodes on Youtube E-mail Us Call us on the Hotline! (540) DBGeek - 1 or (540) 324-3351   Support Us! Shop on Amazon!---------->>>>>>>>> (a percentage of sales from that link to the right goes back to supporting Decibel Geek!)   Donate to the show HERE!   Buy an Official Decibel Geek t-shirt HERE!   Stream Us!   Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn   Comment Below   Geeks of the Week:   For 420 Episode:   Twitter: Joel Delorge,  MusicMagsandWax, Jason Wood, Jeff Corman, Joe Ciambelli, Viper, Paul Korn   Facebook: Dave Shirt, Miguel Nunez   For DaDa Unleashed:   Twitter: Joel Delorge,  Steve Newton, Matt Syverson, PhoenixPhil, Derik Novak, Steve Angulo, Billyhalehardaway, Jason Broadrick   Facebook: James North, Aaron Camaro, Robert DePasqua, Joel Hebensperger, Derik Novak, Andy Lafon, Cynthia Davis, David Shellabarger, Billy Hardaway, Joseph Ciambelli, Katrina Edge Walker, Thomas Mucaji, Rodney Dickson, Former Warmer, Bravewords.com, Michelle Czynszak (cousin), Shane Hebert, Chris Karam, Dan Fisher, Dave Shirt, Rob Bluesy Hughes, Sarah Lutze, Alex Cooper, David Harkness, The Rock is Culture, Elfos Pero, Heavy Rock, Mike Grabowski, Justo Berreto, Greg Sweet, Remember the Coop, Tim Harrigian, JTB’s Groovy Record Room, Shock Rock & Devil Locks, Brent Walter, Doug Jackson, Wally Norton