Rock At Night

Bad Seed Rising discuss the band's origin and genre; their Warped Experience thus far; their favorite charities and/or non-profits; their new full-length album coming out at the end of the summer; and advice for young musicians starting out. [...]

Aaron Barrett and Matt Appleton of REEL BIG FISH discuss the band's evolution, the Warped Tour, their upcoming holiday ska vinyl album "Happy Skalidays", charities they favor, and advice for bands starting out in music business. [...]

Taylor Perkins of BLEEKER discusses the origin of the band and its name; the band’s experience during the current tour, including the difference between Canada and America; the unbearable sun and heat in Florida; the band’s songwriting process and classic rock influences; analysis of certain songs from the new EP; and the story behind the ballad “I’m Not Laughing Now” (hint** it involves a bathtub and a cereal box). Very funny and interesting stuff! [...]

John Taylor and Simon Mitchell of Young Guns discuss their experience of touring in America; their new album Echoes, which will be released in September; their favorite charities, including their love of rescue dogs; and advice for bands starting out in music. [...]

Gary Hoey discusses guitar playing tips for the novice; his career and love for twisting the classics into metal versions; and analysis of each song on the upcoming album Dust and Bones, which includes a duet with Lita Ford. This interview is a must listen for all blues-rock fans! [...]

Mark Kendall of Great White discusses the history of the band's formation; his musical influences; the story behind his very first guitar; exciting plans for the band, like a new album and documentary; staying healthy on the road; and which Great White album was his all-time favorite. [...]

David Lines of A Devils Din discusses the "new" psychedelic rock music genre; the band’s history and line-up; analysis of each song on the CD Skylight; and the Fall tour in the UK. This interview is a must listen for all psych rock, stoner rock, and prog rock fans! [...]

The Rubens discuss their experience growing up in a small town (population 500) just outside of Sydney; how the band got together; the experience of having brothers in a band; some of the famous Australian bands who made it big and the distorted view of Australian music; electronic dance music in today's world; and their future plans, which they hope will be another trip to the UK in the Fall. [...]

Sam Brittain discusses the inspiration for writing his new album "Signal Lights", life on the road, his upcoming tour, his rock roots, the Tram Sessions, and the new single "Stab in the Dark". [...]

Kickin Valentina discusses their current European tour after a gig in Tilburg, The Netherlands. [...]

Sara Hartman discusses other artists that inspire her, why she chose Berlin as her home base, her Swedish Fish addiction, and much more! Her songs are superbly crafted and even though she is young, her lyrics reveal an “old soul” deep within. Her rich alto singing voice and her music evoke a rich, multi-layered, “unplugged” feel. [...]

John Illsley discusses the meaning behind the title of his new album "Long Shadows"; the music industry today and the new generation; his solo work as well as Dire Straits; his paintings and love of art museums; and even some politics! This is a must listen! [...]

Erica Chase discusses her accident and a second chance at life; how she pays it forward; bullying and how to stay positive; the creative process in songwriting; her new single "Paris"; and manager, Slaughter’s bassist, Dana Strum. [...]

Jon Anderson discusses the Progressive Nation at Sea cruise; his new album with French violinist maestro Jean-Luc Ponty; his upcoming collaboration with Swedish guitarist, vocalist and composer Roine Stolt; the ongoing work on the sequel to his first solo album “Olias of Sunhillow”; his future involvement in a project with ex-Yes partners Rick Wakeman and Trevor Rabin; how he considers himself musically the same guy who started singing in the early 70s; and how his spirituality has impacted his songwriting and compositional style. [...]

Janey Street discusses the music scene in Nashville, how ageism plays a huge part in careers for women including within the music industry, mentoring young artists, how she met the famous rock and roll talent tycoon, Clive Davis of Arista and Columbia Records, musician Janis Ian who is her childhood friend and her vision of the future along with so much more! [...]

Less Than Jake discusses how the music industry has evolved through the years, their experience with fans across the globe, the upcoming Vans Warped Tour, and some of their favorite non-profit organizations. [...]

The Ries Brothers discuss the Gasparilla Music Festival; their musical influences, like The Doors; juggling school and working as professional musicians; and their upcoming tour with Butch Trucks. [...]

Andrew Lipke of 'Get the Led Out' discusses the band’s approach when playing the Zeppelin songs in their shows, why they don’t try to mimic or impersonate Led Zeppelin members during their performances, what other musical projects he is involved with besides playing in the band, what he considers his bigger musical influences and his musical roots and even shared which one he considers the most iconic record of all-time. [...]

Martin Barre discusses his latest album Back to Steel and his blues-rock music; his early days with Jethro Tull; his strong connection and affection for America; advice for aspiring musicians on how to survive in the music business today; how he is technologically-speaking “old-fashioned”; and also some of the current bands he enjoys listening to today. [...]

Toseland discusses the band’s current tour through Europe and the UK, including their support for Black Stone Cherry; how the band had 3 ½ days to prepare for the tour after Theory of a Deadman’s cancellation; the making of the second album Cradle to Rage with a new line-up and a German label; his love of playing piano, even through his competitive motorcycling years; how he focused on songwriting and music after a serious motorcycle accident; how he met his wife singer/songwriter Katie Melua, who shares his love of rock music, like Queen; working with his brother-in-law guitarist Zurab Melua; and the fan and media's acceptance of a sportsman entering the music world. [...]