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The ultimate classic rock podcast with big name interviews on every episode! If you love classic rock and want to hear stories of the glory days from the guys who were at the heart of the action then you'll LOVE this comprehensive classic rock podcast, hosted by UK radio veteran, Paul Stephenson!
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- 5 days ago50 min
157. David Rosenthal - Rainbow / Yngwie / Billy Joel
Former Rainbow keyboard player David Rosenthal joins VRP Rocks to share incredible stories from his career working with Ritchie Blackmore, Steve Vai, Robert Palmer, Whitesnake, Cyndi Lauper and Billy Joel. David reveals how he landed the Rainbow job at just 20 years old, recalls Ritchie Blackmore's practical jokes and how he played with Steve Vai as a teenager. He also discusses why he refused to tour with Whitesnake, the madness of performing 56 concerts in 56 cities on 56 consecutive nights with Robert Palmer, and his remarkable 30-plus years working alongside Billy Joel. A fascinating journey through more than four decades of rock history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago38 min
156. Jim Peterik - Survivor / Ides of March
Survivor founder and legendary songwriter Jim Peterik returns to VRP Rocks for a second appearance, sharing incredible stories from a career spanning more than six decades. The Grammy-winning songwriter, also known for his work with The Ides of March and 38 Special, reveals how a surprise phone call from Sylvester Stallone led to the creation of Eye of the Tiger, how he wrote Heavy Metal with Sammy Hagar, and the story behind 38 Special's classic Hold On Loosely. Jim also takes us behind the scenes of Survivor, discussing the decision to replace Dave Bickler, the unforgettable audition of Jimi Jamison, the overlooked Caught in the Game album, and his relationship today with Frankie Sullivan. Plus, stories about Burt Bacharach and Ron Nevison, and the enduring friendship of The Ides of March. Jim also discusses his new album, River of Music: The Power of Duets, Volume 2, featuring collaborations with Toby Hitchcock, Cathy Richardson, Bree Gordon and his son Colin Peterik. A fascinating and fun conversation with one of melodic rock's greatest songwriters. For more Jim Peterik stories, check out his first VRP Rocks appearance in episode 27, recorded back in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 0m
155. Desmond Child
Legendary songwriter and producer Desmond Child returns to VRP Rocks for a second time, sharing more incredible stories from his career. Desmond discusses his new live album, Desmond Child Rocks the Parthenon, and reveals how Bonnie Tyler's If You Were a Woman became Bon Jovi's smash hit You Give Love a Bad Name, as well as the real-life inspiration behind Livin' on a Prayer. He also opens up about his extremely difficult experience producing Meat Loaf's Bat Out of Hell III, working with Todd Rundgren and Ratt, assembling the all-star Dudes of Wrath with Paul Stanley, Vivian Campbell, Rudy Sarzo and Tommy Lee, and reinventing his career with Ricky Martin and Livin' la Vida Loca. Plus, a hilarious story involving John Lennon, Yoko Ono and Clive Davis, and much more! Another fascinating, funny and revealing conversation with one of the greatest hitmakers in music history. For even more Desmond Child stories, check out his previous VRP Rocks appearance in episode 109. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 2m
154. Marty Friedman - Megadeth
Legendary Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman joins Paul Stephenson for a fascinating journey through one of the most extraordinary careers in rock and metal. From discovering KISS as a teenager to forming Cacophony with Jason Becker, Marty recalls his early struggles, auditioning for Ozzy Osbourne before Zakk Wylde got the job, and joining Dave Mustaine in Megadeth. He reveals his contributions to the classic Rust in Peace album, discusses his legendary Tornado of Souls guitar solo, why he left Megadeth and the emotional reunion with Dave Mustaine at Tokyo's Budokan. There are also stories about Uli Jon Roth, his musical influences and the remarkable decision to move to Japan where he reinvented himself as a solo artist and television personality. Plus, Marty discusses his latest album Drama, future music plans, and his revealing autobiography, Dreaming Japanese. An honest, entertaining and insightful conversation with one of heavy metal's greatest guitarists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 5, 202657 min
153. Albert Bouchard - Blue Oyster Cult
Blue Öyster Cult founding member Albert Bouchard returns to VRP Rocks for a third time to talk about the latest chapter in the extraordinary Imaginos story. Albert reveals how the discovery of around 1,000 pages of previously unseen writings by the late Sandy Pearlman led to the creation of Imaginos IV: Rhyme of the Star Clock — and why the saga could now stretch to seven albums. We also get into plenty of Blue Öyster Cult history and the possibility of Albert playing with BÖC again, plus stories involving Black Sabbath, Ronnie James Dio, Tony Iommi, John Bonham, Ringo Starr and Jimi Hendrix. Another fascinating conversation with one of rock’s genuine good guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 28, 20261h 36m
152. Rik Fox
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by bassist Rik Fox, a man who found himself right in the middle of some incredible moments in rock history. Using his 5 favourite recordings as our guide, Rik takes us from the earliest days of KISS, through his time with Blackie Lawless and W.A.S.P., to joining Steeler alongside Yngwie Malmsteen and the wild days of the Sunset Strip. Along the way there are stories involving Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, David Lee Roth, Kevin DuBrow, Mötley Crüe, Ron Keel, Vinnie Appice, Billy Sheehan, Chris Holmes and many more. Five recordings — and a lifetime of incredible rock ’n’ roll stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 22, 202647 min
151. Allan Clarke - The Hollies (Re-Upload)
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson welcomes back legendary Hollies singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Allan Clarke. At 84 years young, Allan is still creating new music, and we begin with his new single Walking On Still Waters and plans for another album. From there, Allan takes us back through an extraordinary career, sharing stories about The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Graham Nash and Graham Gouldman, as well as revealing the remarkable story behind Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress and why he really left The Hollies. More than 60 years of music history — and Allan has some fantastic stories to tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 21, 202647 min
151. Allan Clarke - The Hollies
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson welcomes back legendary Hollies singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Allan Clarke. At 84 years young, Allan is still creating new music, and we begin with his new single Walking On Still Waters and plans for another album. From there, Allan takes us back through an extraordinary career, sharing stories about The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Graham Nash and Graham Gouldman, as well as revealing the remarkable story behind Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress and why he really left The Hollies. More than 60 years of music history — and Allan has some fantastic stories to tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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