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Eddie Trunk, the most well-known name in hard rock and metal music, brings his insight, commentary, reviews, discussion, and in-depth interviews to the podcast world! Join Eddie and his famous friends in rock and entertainment every week for a rollicking good time.
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- 5 days ago1h 11m
Jason Newsted & Phil Collins
Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted sits down for an in-depth conversation about his battle with throat cancer and his triumphant return to music. He discusses the Chophouse Band tour, including headline shows and dates supporting Blackberry Smoke, culminating in two nights at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Jason opens up about why he plays guitar and sings in The Chophouse Band rather than bass, his painting career, and offers candid reflections on Metallica's legacy including the Black Album and the controversial bass mix on 'And Justice for All.' He also touches on the unrealized Van Halen tribute project and emphasizes the importance of cancer screening and early detection. After that, Phil Collins sits down with Eddie Trunk to talk about his long-overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist. Phil opens up about how the recognition caught him completely off guard, despite selling over 100 million albums both solo and with Genesis. He takes listeners back to the creation of his landmark album Face Value, revealing how personal struggles and an empty house led to some of his most iconic work. Phil shares the fascinating origin story of 'In the Air Tonight,' from its improvised lyrics to that legendary drum break, and discusses how his solo success actually helped Genesis break through in America. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago1h 30m
Johnny Van Zant, Damon Johnson & Phil Mogg
Johnny Van Zant and Damon Johnson join Eddie Trunk to reflect on their recent performances at Brazil's Monsters of Rock festival. They share stories about Lynyrd Skynyrd's surprising global fanbase, with Johnny approaching 40 years of carrying his brother Ronnie's legacy. Damon discusses his transition from filling in for Gary Rossington to becoming a permanent member while balancing his revived Brother Cane project. The conversation highlights their upcoming summer tour with Foreigner and the creation of 'Prince Charming,' a moving tribute to the late Gary Rossington on Brother Cane's new album 'Magnolia Medicine,' which features both Johnny and Rickey Medlocke as special guests. After that, UFO's legendary frontman Phil Mogg opens up about the band's 1981 album 'The Wild, The Willing and The Innocent'. Phil shares fond memories of the recording process, the freedom they had in the studio, and how Paul's big personality meshed with Pete Way's equally larger-than-life character. Phil also addresses his health, explains why he has no interest in a UFO reunion despite planning new shows with Moggs Motel, and takes a cheeky shot at Michael Schenker's recent UFO tribute tour. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago1h 33m
Jason Bieler, Jeff Scott Soto, David Ellefson, Queensrÿche, Michael Sweet & Davy Vain
On the final day of the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Eddie Trunk welcomes Jeff Scott Soto, Jason Bieler, and David Ellison for an engaging discussion about their musical collaborations and individual projects. The trio talks about Saigon Kick's recent performances with Jeff on vocals, replacing the original singer while maintaining the band's authentic sound. David shares updates on his work with Metal Church and Kings of Thrash, while Jeff discusses his successful run with Trans-Siberian Orchestra and his remarkable recovery from knee replacement surgery. After that, members of Queensrÿche join Eddie to discuss their unique position straddling both metal and progressive rock genres. Todd La Torre shares insights about his vocal approach and maintaining his voice after 14 years with the band, while Michael Wilton and Eddie Jackson talk about their side projects and the band's musical DNA. Then, Michael Sweet of Stryper sits down with Eddie to discuss the band's increasingly heavy sound, which even impressed Sebastian Bach. Sweet provides an update on his cancer battle and shares news about Stryper's 18th studio album coming in September. Last but not least, Davy Vain joins to talk about his band's raw, attitude-driven sound, their production approach on the classic 'No Respect' album, and their upcoming show at the Whisky a Go Go in September. Vain also shares how Aerosmith's 'Rocks' album changed his musical direction. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago1h 29m
Dave Meniketti, Sebastian Bach & Loudness
Y&T frontman Dave Meniketti joins Eddie Trunk to share his journey through prostate cancer recovery and his clean bill of health four years later. The 72-year-old rock veteran explains his decision to scale back Y&T's touring schedule from 60-80 shows to more manageable runs, while emphasizing he has no plans to retire. Then, Sebastian Bach sits down with Eddie Trunk to share the unexpected story of how he became Twisted Sister's new frontman. Bach reveals his longtime fandom of the band, particularly their early punk-influenced albums like 'Under the Blade' and 'You Can't Stop Rock and Roll.' He discusses his rehearsal experience with Jay Jay French and the band, his favorite Twisted Sister songs to perform, and how he plans to bring back their ferocious live energy. Last but not least, Japanese heavy metal pioneers Loudness' vocalist Minoru Niihara and guitar virtuoso Akira Takasaki join Eddie Trunk and Sebastian Bach to share wild stories from their 45-year career. The band discusses touring with Mötley Crüe in the 80s, their MTV breakthrough with 'Thunder in the East,' and the challenges of recording English lyrics as non-English speakers. In a hilarious moment, Akira finally reveals the meaning behind their iconic phrase 'MZA' from 'Crazy Nights.' Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- May 14, 20261h 34m
Zakk Wylde, Lita Ford & Night Ranger
Broadcasting from the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Eddie brings you his conversations with Zakk Wylde, Lita Ford and Night Ranger from Day 2 of the cruise. Zakk opens up about his latest album 'Engines of Demolition' and the emotional tribute song he wrote for Ozzy Osbourne. He shares stories from his current tour where he performs with Black Label Society, Zakk Sabbath, and alongside Dario Lorina's Dark Chapel. Lita discusses her time working with Ozzy Osbourne and shares that new music is on the way, and then the legendary members of Night Ranger—Jack Blades, Brad Gillis, and Kelly Keagy—sit down with Eddie for a candid conversation about their remarkable journey together. The band reflects on their early days touring with KISS, creating iconic MTV videos, and the challenges of life on the road. They discuss their continued passion for creating new music despite changes in the industry, their special symphony collaboration, and the rare brotherhood that's kept them together for over 40 years. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- May 7, 20261h 27m
Steve Harris, Brian Wheat, Dave Rude & Justin Hawkins
Eddie Trunk brings you a set of interviews from the first day of live radio shows aboard the Monsters of Rock Cruise. First up, Iron Maiden founder Steve Harris joins Eddie to discuss his side project British Lion and Maiden's upcoming Run For Your Lives tour. Harris reveals that the tour focuses on the first half of Maiden's career with innovative digital screens replacing traditional backdrops. He talks about the band's upcoming documentary 'Burning Ambition,' clarifying it's about Maiden but not made by them. He mentions that Maiden might take next year off, giving him time to possibly tour festivals with British Lion. Following that, Brian Wheat and Dave Rude join to discuss Tesla's upcoming album 'Homage,' set for release on July 17th. Brian also discusses his artistic endeavors painting on photographs and instruments, while Dave talks about reviving his solo career after a successful performance on the cruise. And finally, The Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins talks to Eddie about how his guitar playing often gets overshadowed by his flamboyant stage presence, and his journey from reluctant frontman to arena-filling rock star. He shares insights about the band's different levels of success in the UK versus America, the challenges of working without major label support in the US, and his frustrations with the British music press. The conversation touches on upcoming projects, including arena tours, a special appearance with Iron Maiden at Knebworth, and a mysterious Hollywood project he can't fully disclose. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Apr 30, 20261h 55m
Sully Erna, Kip Winger & Myles Kennedy
Godsmack frontman Sully Erna joins Eddie Trunk to discuss their upcoming live album 'Live at Mohegan Sun,' which captures the final performance of the original lineup. Sully emphasizes the importance of authentic, imperfect rock performances and his mission to preserve the raw essence of live music. He introduces Godsmack's new members following the retirement of Tony and Shannon, and details the upcoming 'Rise of Rock' tour featuring Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. Following that, Eddie welcomes Kip Winger to discuss his remarkable journey from '80s rock star to respected classical composer. Kip talks about his new album 'Symphony of the Returning Light' with the Nashville Symphony, explaining how his classical interests date back to his early days with Winger. And finally, Myles Kennedy catches up with Eddie, sharing stories about his fear of boats and bees, and a terrifying encounter with a scorpion while on tour in South Africa. They discuss Alter Bridge's self-titled album and how the band's popularity differs between Europe and the US. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Apr 23, 20261h 16m
Wes Scantlin & Robin Diaz
Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin and drummer Robin Diaz join Eddie Trunk to discuss Wes's ongoing sobriety journey and recent near-death experience after being hit by a car while riding an e-bike. Wes reflects on his past struggles with addiction, his time in jail, and how he's turned his life around with the support of his bandmates. The duo also talks about their latest album 'Kiss the Machine' and their latest single 'Free,' which symbolizes Wes's liberation from addiction. Despite being in the industry for over two decades, Puddle of Mudd continues to draw sold-out crowds, with fans surprisingly eager to hear their new material alongside classics like 'Blurry' and 'Control.' Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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