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Tony Iommi’s From the Dark comes into focus through two conversations with bassist Becky Baldwin and vocalist Jorn Lande. Metal Walt speaks with both musicians about joining the Black Sabbath guitarist’s solo project and helping shape the album’s sound. Baldwin recalls the unexpected invitation, her first recording session, and building bass lines around Iommi’s riffs. Lande explains how a musical connection spanning more than twenty years led to writing and singing on the full album. Both share firsthand stories about creative freedom, collaboration, and working with Iommi and producer Mike Exeter. Metal Mayhem ROC: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com Tony Iommi: https://www.iommi.com Becky Baldwin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckybaldwinbass/ Becky Baldwin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeckyBaldwinBass/ Jorn Lande Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jornofficialmusic/ Jorn Lande Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OFFICIALJORN/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Halloween edition, Life of Agony bassist and primary songwriter Alan Robert joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss the Brooklyn band’s beginnings, the sound and legacy of River Runs Red, and his parallel career as the creator of The Beauty of Horror. He explains how art school, comic books, gore and heavy music developed into one creative path. Alan also discusses creating artwork for Black Sabbath, Pantera and Type O Negative, along with his official coloring book based on The Conjuring universe. Plus, hear the Geezer Butler connection behind his Fuzz Off & Die signature bass pedal and find out where Life of Agony appears in Type O Negative’s “Black No. 1” video. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ https://www.alanrobert.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Armored Saint’s John Bush and Type O Negative’s Kenny Hickey join Metal Mayhem ROC for two conversations about new music and enduring legacies. Jon Verno talks with Bush about Emotion Factory Reset, touring with Metal Church, and balancing new songs with fan favorites. Bush also shares updates on Anthrax-era shows and Electric Spaghetti. Then Metal Walt catches up with Hickey about Sun Don’t Shine’s Birth of Death. Featuring Kirk Windstein and fellow veterans of Type O Negative, Crowbar, and Down, the band explores heavy riffs and melodic songwriting. Hickey discusses their creative chemistry and reflects on Peter Steele’s lasting impact. Metal Mayhem ROC Armored Saint — Official Website Sun Don’t Shine — Official Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prong’s Tommy Victor joins Metal Walt on Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss the band’s new self-titled album and how revisiting Cleansing more than 30 years later helped shape its sound. The guitarist and vocalist reflects on reconnecting with the raw approach and New York roots behind Prong’s music. They explore the attitude driving “The Banner” and Andy Sneap’s role in stripping the new recordings back to their essentials. Victor also gets candid about the financial realities of keeping Prong going, European touring plans, and the challenges of securing U.S. dates—a conversation about making heavy music and finding reasons to keep moving forward. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com https://prongmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthrax bassist Frank Bello joins Jon Verno to discuss the new CD Cursum Perficio and tour stories from the band’s run with Iron Maiden and Megadeth. With Anthrax’s first album in ten years out now, Bello connects the new music with life on the road—and his enthusiasm for watching Maiden night after night. Bello explores the record’s darker direction, sessions at Dave Grohl’s studio, and Anthrax’s touring plans for 2027. He also shares the backstage scramble in San Antonio when Charlie Benante’s severe vertigo left Mike Heller just fifty minutes to prepare for the set. Metal Mayhem ROC Anthrax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rush creative contributor Greg Russell reveals how he created the “Time Stand Still” Neil Peart tribute for the 50-Something Tour. A longtime collaborator and close friend of Peart, Russell explains how the animated in-concert presentation honored Neil’s music, motorcycling, lyrics, and private life. Russell also recalls meeting Peart through neilpeart.net, riding motorcycles with him on tour, and witnessing Rush’s return with Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Anika Nilles. Plus, the emotional opening-night “Xanadu” reveal, rotating setlists, and whether Rush could tour again. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ https://xitelabs.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jetsetters bring together Vixen guitarist Britt Lightning and SiriusXM rock host Tommy London. They join Metal Walt to discuss how a casual songwriting session became a new band, and why “Above the Noise” was the right choice for their first single. Britt and Tommy talk about the band’s October 15 Viper Room debut, more singles, and plans for a full album. Britt also shares her experience performing metal with William Shatner and what’s ahead for Vixen. Tommy discusses his years on SiriusXM and the younger fans he sees discovering rock. Metal Mayhem ROC: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ The Jetsetters: https://www.thejetsettersband.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Europe keyboardist Mic Michaeli joins Metal Mayhem ROC as the band celebrates 40 years of The Final Countdown and releases its new album, Come This Madness. Michaeli talks about how Europe has evolved from its ’80s roots into the heavier, guitar-driven band it is today. Metal Walt also digs into appearances by Ghost’s Tobias Forge and Opeth’s Mikael Åkerfeldt, the story behind “Carrie,” and what happened when Europe considered playing a show without “The Final Countdown.” Plus, could Europe finally be headed back to North America? LINKS Metal Mayhem ROC Europe Official Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mastodon drummer and vocalist Brann Dailor joins Metal Mayhem ROC for an in-depth conversation about Marrow Deep, Brent Hinds, and the next chapter of Mastodon. Dailor opens up about grief, the band’s changing dynamic, and making the new record during an extraordinarily difficult period. Brann also discusses Mastodon’s songwriting process, Nick Johnston and João Nogueira, working with Geezer Butler and Josh Homme, and performing at Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning. Plus, he looks ahead to bringing Marrow Deep to the stage while keeping Mastodon’s history—and Brent’s legacy—part of the band’s future. Metal Mayhem ROC: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ Mastodon: https://www.mastodonrocks.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Night Ranger guitarist Brad Gillis joins Metal Mayhem ROC as the band releases its new Best Of collection. Gillis talks about the circumstances that put him onstage with Ozzy Osbourne after the death of Randy Rhoads, the early KISS tours, and more than four decades of Night Ranger. Then Brian Tichy talks Led By Vultures and the band's new album. After playing drums with Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Foreigner, Billy Idol and others, Tichy steps out from behind the kit as guitarist and lead singer—and explains why now was the time to finally put his own music first. LINKS Metal Mayhem ROC: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ Night Ranger: https://nightranger.com/ Led By Vultures: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/inthesquare/led-by-vultures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Savatage bassist Johnny Lee Middleton joins Metal Mayhem ROC to revisit the band’s 1990 era and the newly released live album Madness Reigns from the Gutter. Middleton reflects on Jon Oliva, Gutter Ballet, and the late Criss Oliva, his best friend and one of metal’s most revered guitarists. Johnny also takes us inside Savatage’s relentless touring days, the evolution of the band’s sound, and bringing classic material back to the stage. Plus, he looks ahead to Savatage’s current run and the possibility of U.S. shows in 2027. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ https://savatage.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adrian Vandenberg joins Metal Mayhem ROC to look back on his years with Whitesnake, working alongside David Coverdale, the band's meteoric rise during the MTV era, and the stories behind the iconic 1987 album. He also shares how he first connected with Coverdale, joining the band, and what life was like during one of rock's biggest moments. The conversation also covers the My Whitesnake Years U.S. tour, touring with Rudy Sarzo and Tommy Aldridge, the injury that changed Slip of the Tongue, his return to the stage, and what's ahead as he celebrates 50 years since forming his first band with new music and future touring plans. LINKS https://metalmayhemroc.com https://vandenbergband.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uriah Heep founder and guitarist Mick Box joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss The Magician's Farewell tour, the band's remarkable 50-plus-year legacy, and why Uriah Heep isn't quite ready to say goodbye. He also reflects on the challenges of modern touring, the band's enduring chemistry, and what's still ahead. Mick shares the surprising story behind Rush's first show with Neil Peart, hints at an upcoming memoir that may take more than one volume, recalls unforgettable moments with Gene Simmons, T. Rex, and Lee, and explains why new music remains part of Uriah Heep's future. Plus, hear how one prison performance became one of the band's most unforgettable shows. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com https://www.uriah-heep.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Hannon, co-founder and lead guitarist of Tesla, joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss the band's new covers album, Homage, a tribute to legendary songwriters and vocalists spanning six decades. He also reflects on Tesla's enduring legacy and the band's songwriting philosophy. Frank talks about how Homage came together, recording the new original song "Never Alone," preparing for Tesla's summer tour with Mötley Crüe and Extreme, and celebrating the 40th anniversary of Mechanical Resonance. He also shares stories from the early years, life on the road today, and why mentoring younger musicians has become an important part of his career. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com https://teslatheband.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary rock radio personality Terrie Carr joins Metal Mayhem ROC to preview the Official Bon Scott 80th Birthday Bash, coming to The Cutting Room in New York City on July 9. A familiar voice from WDHA, WHTG, and Q104.3, Terrie reflects on Bon Scott's enduring legacy, this milestone 80th birthday celebration, and what fans can expect as she serves as this year's emcee. The conversation also explores Terrie's remarkable broadcasting career, the moment that inspired her to get into radio, the one artist still on her interview bucket list, her transition into the Carr Stereo Podcast, and the passion outside of music that has become one of the defining missions of her life. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com https://terriecarr.com/about-terrie-carr/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices