It was great fun talking to Amy and Katya from the Rock the Life Podcast! They met as teenagers at a concert and have been friends for over 30 years, and they still attend concerts together! They tell a great story about sneaking out as teenagers and ending up on the Sunset Strip for a memorable adventure! There podcast is from the fan's perspectiv…

Enjoyed talking to Britt! What a genuine and just outright nice person! It was really awesome hearing his stories about meeting his first Hollywood friend (Steve Rachelle from TUFF) and even seeing Blackie Lawless getting out of a Ferrari on Sunset. Really cool interview with an even COOLER dude!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Celebrating 50 episodes! Aaron and Bryon tackle a monster hit album to celebrate, Dio's platinum-selling Holy Diver! Learn how Dio was the coolest high schooler ever! Gasp as Dio gives up a promising career in pharmacology to pursue rock and roll legendry, with detours along the way with Deep Purple and Black Sabbath! PLUS: Our biggest curveball ye…

I had an AWESOME time speaking with Jason McMaster! He is no stranger to the Metal world being the front man for Dangerous Toys and Watchtower. He has a new band called Ignitor. If you like old school British metal in the vein of Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, you should check them out! Jason also hosts an excellent podcast titled "Talk Louder," fea…

I thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Marc for the show He was an guitarist during his years with XYZ. Marc took an almost 25-year hiatus from the rock scene to pursue his passion for more blues inspired music. He has now reunited with his bandmate Paul Monroe, to form the band DIGGS & COMPANY.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Had a great time just shooting the breeze with Roy. I have been a huge fan of his ever since I saw Cold Sweat in High School. Roy talks about being a small-town guy from Fayetteville NC. and walking into the Whiskey for the first time with Marc Ferreri. Roy talks about new stuff coming from Cold Sweat!…

I had so much fun talking with Paul Monroe XYZ was one of the BEST bands during the Hair Metal era! Paul talks about times on the Sunset Strip and reuniting with guitarist Marc Diglio after over 20 years. The two are back together making music in the band Digs and Company.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Talking to Tom was a blast! He's a seasoned veteran of the Hollywood and Sunset scene, starting with Cherry St. and later establishing the incredible Perris Records. Tom has a treasure trove of stories from the Hollywood days. Additionally, he has assisted numerous underrated bands from that era in releasing their music.…

Aaron and Bryon take on Night Ranger's 1982 debut smash, Dawn Patrol! Learn why they had to destroy the first run of this album, which member has written songs for Cher and jammed with Ringo Starr, and the secret Night Ranger connection to the Star Wars universe! All this and more in the latest and/or greatest episode of Hair Metal Memories!…

Having Andy on the show was a great honor, and it's thrilling to know that my podcast has reached Sweden! Smoking Snakes incorporate elements of RATT, DOKKEN, KISS, and W.A.S.P. They are currently signed with Frontiers Records. Andy discussed the band, the metal scene, and shared some of his favorite memories from the Monsters of Rock Cruise. Check…

I was privileged to interview Mark, a true patriot dedicated to supporting veterans and the VFW. He is the founder of American Premium Vodka, and during our conversation, he shared insights about the company and the early days of Trixter. Hearing how challenging it was to secure radio airplay and the daunting task of getting a video played on MTV w…

Jaron Gulino the bass player for Lynch Mob and Heaven's Edge talks about being on the road with Lynch Mob for the fair well tour and recording the latest Heaven's Edge album.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I had a great time talking to E J Curse from the band Silent Rage! E J talks about the hard work it took playing the Sunset Strip and his first phone conversation with Gene Simmons before getting signed to Simmons Records! I could have talked to him for hours; he has so many great stories to tell!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I had a GREAT time talking to Ray West! He's such a low key and laid-back person. He talks about being asked to add vocals to a demo tape that would eventually start the band Spread Eagle! A great trip down memory lane from one of the East Coasts most underrated bands of the decade.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I had a great time talking to Shawn Duncan! We talked about his days in Odin and the Sunset Strip! Shawn also talks about getting ready to hit the road with L.A. Guns! What a great guy, I enjoyed my time with him!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Who doesn't remember "The Calling" and "Hideaway"? I mean LEATHERWOLF ROCKED! It was a pleasure to talk to Michael Olivieri and listen to the interesting stories of playing the Sunset Strip!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

This gentleman is indeed a legend! Randy O and his band Odin dominated the scene in the 80s. Many will recall the band from the film "Decline of Western Civilization," yet Odin's impact extended far beyond their portrayal in the film. It was a pleasure discussing the band and the movie with Randy.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

It's one of my all-time favorite bands from the 80's, Lillian Axe! A talk with Steve Blaze about the good old days and the band's newest music. Steve is one of the nicest and most genuine people in the biz and I was honored to interview him!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Talking to Reggie Wu, the guitarist from Heaven's Edge, was an exhilarating experience! He's one of my favorite guitarists from the '80s. Reggie talks about the band and the new album!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Aaron and Bryon hit the pub for this latest episode, and explore the further adventures of Greg Giuffria and Co. as they rock a little harder and try to write some hits! The House of Lords debut album may not have made the Hair Metal Pantheon, but the history and personnel on this record insures its place in rock history, and is fully explored by y…

I have a great conversation with singer/songwriter/guitarist Mark Duda! We discuss our favorite Hair Metal Bands and Mark talks about his new album Bodega Flowers and the inspiration for some of the songs! It's just a fun conversation with two guys talking about music!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I talk to a couple of the Young Guns trying to make their mark in the Hair Metal World. Rudy Riot and Jackie Viixin discuss their top five Underrated 80's Metal Bands and discuss the upcoming album and there vision in the forward progress of the bandKirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

An interview with Mr. David Reece the lead singer of Bangalore Choir. David also did vocals for Accept on the "Eat The Heat" album and many other personal projects. David talks about his start in music and the tough life of the Sunset Strip back in the 80s. I enjoyed speaking with him and listening to his stories.…

An interview with the guitarist from the 80's band Valentine, Mr. Adam Holland. Adam talks about the music scene on the East Coast during the Hair Metal era. Adam talks about his other projects and what he's currently working on.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I have an interview with Mr. Tommy Paris! We discussed playing with Count 77 and a bit of Britny Fox. Tommy tells me about his inspiration for his current album "erthearz" and Tommy talks about the Tommy Paris Band.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Aaron and Bryon explore the dark side of hair metal by taking a deep dive into The Cult's 1989 Bob Rock produced masterpiece, Sonic Temple. The seriousness of Ian Astbury is seriously discussed seriously, as is the record's connection to Andy Warhol. All this and more on the most serious episode of HMM yet!…

I am talking with my favorite Sirius/Xm Host Mark Strigl! Mark hosts Hair Nation, Ozzy's Boneyard, and Turbo. Mark discusses his thoughts on the current state of Rock/Metal music.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Tommy Rickard drummer for the band Vain. Tommy talks about his start in music and influences. He tells us about the early days of Vain and the new album. He discusses new projects he's currently working on.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

I talk with Craig Gerber DJ from the hottest Radio Station in L.A. in the 80's KNAC! Craig talks about his time playing the Sunset Strip with his band Wild Card, his time at KNAC, and how he got his nickname "Creaming Craig"!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Sam Spade of The Midnight Devils talks about how the band got its start, the new album and an up-coming tour of AustraliaKirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Interview with Justin Sayne lead guitarist and songwriter for the Cruella D'Vil band We talk about his famous relatives, life growing up on the Sunset Strip in and 80's, and his approach to promoting and growing the band.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

In this episode Aaron and Bryon take a microscope to this much-requested and much-loved second album, Saigon Kick's "The Lizard." Tour a Swedish studio! Witness the band drama! Learn the secret connections to Skid Row and Marillion! All this and more on the latest episode yet of Hair Metal Memories.

I am discussing some of my favorite Underrated Hair Metal Bands from the 80's! Remember these bands? Dirty Blonde, Beau Nasty, Fifth Angel, Heist, Heaven's Edge, and Icon? We're going to talk about them!Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

We are discussing an article about the Top 20 Hair Metal Bands and bands that I felt were left off the list.Kirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Aaron and Bryon take a deep dive into L.A. Guns' incredible second album, Cocked And Loaded, along with untangling the threads of this band's complex and dramatic history! Learn Tracii Guns' real name, and the connections to The Germs, Robbie Krieger, and more, on the latest and/or greatest episode of Hair Metal Memories!…

Discuss the most recent M3 Rock Festival and past shows in Columbia Maryland. A look back at the Rock n Pod Expo in Nashville, TN. Guest host Erica MaeKirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

Hair Metal Rules Podcast is a trip down memory Lane. We go back to the great 80's and talk about Hair Metal/Glam Metal and Hard RockKirjoittanut Jeremy Thomas

In the third and final part of their Van Halen retro and discussion of the band's influence on hair metal, Aaron and Bryon get in the weeds with Sammy and the gang, before delving into the triumphant return of co-founder David Lee Roth!

Part 2 of our Van Halen retro and discussion of the massive influence the band has had on the hair metal genre. This episode covers the next 4 albums, from "Diver Down" to "OU182," and the transition from David Lee Roth to Sammy Hagar, as Aaron and Bryon valiantly attempt to drink a bottle of Cabo Wabo tequila!…

The first part of a 3-part series focusing on mega-platinum rock stars Van Halen, and the influence they've had on the hair metal genre! Part one covers the first four albums, and a brief history of the band, as well as Aaron and Bryon tackling the question: Is Van Halen hair metal?

Aaron and Bryon discuss this much requested multi-platinum debut album, Stick It To Ya, by Slaughter! Discover the incredible influence bassist/songwriter Dana Strum has had on the genre, the band's connections to Michael Bay and Leisure Suit Larry, and more, as they fly to the angels in this latest episode of HMM!…

Aaron and Bryon delve into Alice Cooper's pop-oriented "comeback" album, 1986's "Constrictor"! Learn about machine gun guitars, a production dream team, and hear from our special guest, Alice Cooper's eye doctor!

Aaron and Bryon tackle the much-requested debut album from the Ted Templeman-produced bad asses BulletBoys! Learn about the band's connections to superstar drummer Carmen Appice, Ratt, Motley Crue, and Hot Tub Time Machine! Delve into the band drama, learn about the stroboscope, and discover why this one's so hard to find on vinyl, in this latest a…

Aaron and Bryon hit the road and record live from the 10th annual Rocktemberfest in Hinckley, Minnesota! They chat with concert goers, attend an amazing array of hair metal artists, and just generally have a great time in this gonzo journalism themed episode of HMM.

Aaron and Bryon do an extra deep dive on the multi-platinum debut album from one of our most requested bands, FireHouse! Learn about the band's long gestation but immediate rise to stardom! Be shocked at what a vinyl version of this thing would cost you! All this plus extra special editions of Vinyl History Lesson and Gear Talk!…

In our latest episode, Aaron and Bryon do a deep dive on Poison's multi-platinum, hit-spawning debut album! Learn about the band's rapid ascent in the hair metal world, leading to them being one of the architects, as well as their connections to Motorhead, Slash, Charlie Sheen, and Stryper! Plus the guys talk about their recent trip to see Tesla an…

Aaron and Bryon do a dusting off of one of the bizarrely influential (but lesser known) hair metal bands of all time, London, and their overlooked nugget of a debut album, "Non-Stop Rock"! With at least 33 members throughout their lifespan, former London band members went on to form bands like Cinderella, Motley Crue, and W.A.S.P. So why aren't the…

Aaron and Bryon delve into the inner secrets of Lita Ford's platinum-selling hair metal classic, "Lita." From her early days with The Runaways to her duet with Ozzy to her stint on Howie Mandel's show, no stone is unturned as you discover why Lita is a certified living legend!

We celebrate 25k listens! Thank you for listening!!! To celebrate, Aaron and Bryon cover the much-requested multiplatinum and just Plain badass debut album from Warrant, one of the hair metal classics. Discover the hidden connection to Fleetwood Mac and Prince! What the hell is a Minidisc or Laserdisc? All of this and more on the very next episode …

In this latest and greatest episode, Aaron and Bryon deconstruct the swinging, rocking, over-the-top self-titled debut album from Dangerous Toys! Discover the influential technical speed metal band whose imminent demise lead to the band's creation! Revel in the hidden connections to Wes Craven, Pantera, and Skid Row! And be startled by Circus magaz…