Bumping Into That Sound

Lee Jackson of Metaltronix. Iconic amp modder, builder and master of classic rock tone. Today we’re going into the world of high-gain history with a man who helped shape the sound of an era.. He’s the mind behind some of the most iconic guitar amps of the 70’s '80s and '90s — from hot-rodded Marshalls to his own Metaltronix beasts. He’s worked with players like Steve Vai and George Lynch, and he’s never stopped pushing the envelope when it comes to tone and innovation. Today, we’re sitting down with the one and only Lee Jackson — amp designer, builder, and certified tone legend. Whether you know him from his custom mods or his original creations, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.   Check out more at: https://leejackson.com/ Find more music conversations here and the online store - Legendary Tones Hot Mods. www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Francis. Credit for Outro music - Francis. Home base for more conversations unrelated to music - www.bumpinginto.com.au Thanks for stopping by and please feel free to share and like.    

Laurie Marlow from Australian hard rock outfit Heaven. The band were a big part of the early 80’s Hard Rock and Heavy Metal scene in Australia. The band toured the world with, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Mötley Crüe, Black Sabbath and Kiss for more than 4 years while being based in LA. And now, Laurie’s got the band back together. They are about to do a run of Australian shows before heading over to Japan and Europe. There is also talk about a new album being recorded. I spent a couple of hours with Laurie to go over his story, the origin of the band and some of the wild stories from 4 years spent on the road with some of the biggest Rock acts in the world throughout the early 1980s. Check out more at: https://heavenband.com.au/ Find more music conversations here and the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Francis. Home base for more conversations unrelated to music - www.bumpinginto.com.au Thanks for stopping by and please feel free to share and like.

Rick burst on to the Australian music scene in the 1990’s with his Breakthrough: debut album Heaven Knows. The album reached the ARIA top 3; and gave us singles like “Not A Day Goes By” and “Heaven Knows” all reaching the top 10. Ricks song writing influences go far behind the pop music world with deep ties to soulful rhythm and blues and country style writing. In this episode we talk about his origins from the small country town he grew up in, then being thrust into the world of fame to now living in Nashville where he owns a studio, record label, produces new artists. Check out more at: https://www.rickprice.com Find more music conversations here and the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more conversations unrelated to music - www.bumpinginto.com.au Thanks for stopping by and please feel free to share and like.

Frank Levi worked with the whose who of Rock and chances are you’ve heard his amps on your favourite albums or tours. Of course, no story about Frank is complete without mentioning the famous Marshall S.I.R. rental amps—the mystery machines that fueled some of the greatest recordings and tours of the ‘80s and ‘90s. For years, fans and players alike have debated: who actually modded what and what models were used on GnR's Appetite for Destruction. Today, we’ll go straight to the source and dive into the history around numbers 34, 36 and the missing 39. Backed up by Franks own S.I.R paperwork and schematics. Joining me is Brian Zircon, Frank’s apprentice who has been entrusted to continue the legacy of his work and offer his personal insight to Franks history. Brian has also been working with remaining members of the Doors and shares some information around the Hammond organs used by the band. To close out the podcast, Brain gives us some audio directly off one of Franks creations. Find out more at www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Bumping Into That Sound Podcast.

Bands don’t come much bigger than GNR and my guest was there from the early days and directly responsible for managing them through the chaos of fame to navigating deals with the heavyweights of music industry. He’s a manager, producer, storyteller — and now, for the first time — an author. Alan Niven has just released his debut book, Sound and Furry, and it’s every bit as sharp, honest, and compelling as you would expect. For this interview I tried to dig into the stories behind the pages rather than trail down the obvious paths. The moments that shaped him and the times that challenged him along with some very personal insights. Alan Niven. Sound and Fury is available now. Find out more at www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Bumping Into That Sound Podcast.

Today on the show we are talking with Thomas Welladsen of Voltage Cable co. The world famous coily cable company that offers a life time warranty on all their hand made guitar cable products. In his pursuit of offering the most durable cables in the world, Thomas has secure a world first patent on an treatment to an audio cable. Their ISO COAT is a Hermetic seal that offers unrivalled durability and now his got a world first patent to secure it. This is the inside story about not only what that patent means but offers a deep insight to the challenges and process of dealing with world patents and trademarks. Check out more at: https://voltagecableco.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoq_HdNouh2BWECFOfRluQTwmXVHgxyn7m87DcBdEBHHdFM8v0Ew Find more music conversations here and the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more conversations unrelated to music - www.bumpinginto.com.au Thanks for checking out the show.

Gunshine is a band that channels the raw spirit of old-school rock, drawing inspiration from legends like Guns N’ Roses and Def Leppard—yet with a modern, hard-hitting edge all their own. With gritty riffs, infectious hooks, and an electrifying energy that jumps straight out of the speakers, they’ve been making serious waves—tearing up stages and dropping powerful tracks that are turning heads in the rock world. I had the pleasure of spending an hour with guitarist Austin Ingerman, where we dove into the band's origins, their songwriting process, working with producer/engineer Chris Collier, and of course, his go-to guitars and amps. We also talked about what’s on the horizon for Gunshine. Check out more at: www.gunshineband.com Find more music conversations here and the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more conversations unrelated to music - www.bumpinginto.com.au  

I'm joined by Australian artist Rose Carleo, frontwoman of the Rose Carleo Band. With a career spanning over 20 years, Rose has worked alongside some of Australia’s most iconic musicians and built an impressive catalogue across Country, Blues, and Rock. The Rose Carleo Band has just dropped their brand-new single, Daisies Song, which is available now on all major streaming platforms. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rose to talk about the standout moments from her musical career— and to dive into the inspiration behind Daisies Song.   More about Rose Carleo: https://rosecarleo.com   More about Bumping into that sound here: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

Whether it’s blues, rock, or something in between, Brett Wood delivers a signature style that’s both powerful and heartfelt. From catching the attention of the legendary Tommy Emmanuel, to touring the world with Pete Murray, and laying down some of the best hard rock riffs with Electric Mary — this is Brett’s story, as he prepares to launch his solo career. We also dive into the gear behind his signature sound, and the story behind his latest single, Real Piece of Work.   Find out more about the Brett: www.brettwood.com Find out more about this podcast: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

From Whitesnake to Dio and of course the Dead Daisies, our guest today is a true rock and roll icon. Doug Aldrich. A powerhouse guitarist and absolute gentleman of the music industry. A guitarist whose work and fan base is multi-generational, and he continues to keep innovating and creating some of the best hard rock and blues rock songs of the modern era The Dead Daisies have recently released a new album called Light em up and are about to realise a new blues album called Lookin' For Trouble. To add to all that Doug has partnered with Blackstar Amplification to realise his own signature amp called the DA Ruby 100 and it sounds amazing. So, buckle up, because we’re about to hear firsthand from the man who’s lived the rock and roll dream, and get into all of the above in detail. Turn up the volume and welcome Doug Aldrich!" Find out more about the Dead Daisies: https://thedeaddaisies.com/ Find out more about his new amp from Blackstar: https://blackstaramps.com/da100/ Find out more about this podcast: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au  

Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. From the beginning to The Hard Road Tour and the end after 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 2.   More about Rose Tattoo: https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/   More about Bumping into that sound here: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for just more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo. From the beginning to The Hard Road Tour and the end after 50 Years of Rose Tattoo. Part 1 of 2. We’ve got a true icon on the show, a beacon of hard blues rock who’s influence is world reaching and has inspired some of the biggest music acts in history such as Guns and Roses. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with none other than Angry Anderson, the powerhouse frontman of Rose Tattoo. For 50 years! Angry has been delivering loud and raw, straight-out rock ‘n’ roll. From " Rock n roll outlaw to Bad Boy for Love", Rose Tattoo’s hard-hitting, blues-based sound has influenced generations of musicians and fans alike. The band is set to celebrate 50 years and then call it quits as a permanent fixture from 2026. What your about hear is part 1 of over 3 hours recorded across 4 intervals that gives you the listener a very deep insight in to not only the stores of a rock star and rock band but a very deep insight into the person Angry is. This will take you down origin stories about how songs got their riffs, how band members met, the special relationship the guys have with Guns and Roses, but also about Angry’s personal development and very personal insights and views on a whole range of things from the metaphysical to political.   Plus we cover the new single, a new album and the current tour. Its a jam packed podcast so be sure to subscribe so your notified when part 2 is realised.   More about Rose Tattoo: https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/   More about Bumping into that sound here: www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for just more - www.bumpinginto.com.au   #Rosetattoo # Angryanderson #Hardrock #Podcast #Bumpingintothatsound #GNR #Gunsandroses #ACDC #AC/DC #Marshallamps #Classicrock #Guitarist #Slideguitar #RonnieSimmons #Bluesrock.

This is a special edition episode as we were asked to take part of Podcasthon 2025—a massive collection of podcasts all over the world coming together for a great cause! More than 1500 podcasts across more than 40 countries take place to release an episode on the same day with each listing a charity listeners can donate to should they choose. For this episode I have selected Support Act. Support Act is the music industry’s charity, delivering crisis relief services to musicians, managers, crew and music workers across all genres who are unable to work due to ill health, injury, a mental health problem or some other crisis. Now to the episode.  Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Melbourne-based indie artist, Stefan West. Stefan has been making waves in the indie scene with his heartfelt songwriting and unique sound. But more than just the music, we really dive into his personal battels with substance addiction and mental health and how he manages to keep pushing ahead and improving himself. Aside from his music we cross over into things like diet, exercise and some very personal stories. True to the long form conversation format this episode goes very deep and personal and spends more time in areas that normally wouldn’t. From mental health and substance abuse, this is a very personal journey marked by resilience and redemption. If you want to find out more about Stefan https://stefanwestmusic.com/ If you did want to donate, please head over to www.Supportact.org.au and click the donate tab. If your interested in hearing other podcasts that played a part in Podcasthon 2025 www.podcasthon.org   If you wanted to find out more about this show head to www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au   Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

Today, we’re talking to a true innovator in the world of boutique guitar gear—Jim Hagerman, the mastermind behind Hagerman Amplification. Jim’s been designing some of the most unique and high-quality pedals and amps out there, combining vintage-inspired tones with modern innovation. Whether you're chasing that perfect overdrive or a killer boost, Hagerman’s creations have been winning over players from all over the world. In this episode, we’ll get into Jim’s approach to amp and pedal design, what makes his gear stand out, and some insights into his latest projects. So, plug in, turn up, and let’s get into it!   More on Hagerman Amplification and Pedals: https://www.hagamps.com/ Find out more about Bumping into that sound here and also visit the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au  

Jack Moore is not only an incredibly talented musician in his own right, but Jack is the son of the legendary Guitarist Gary Moore. Jack has been carving his own path in the music world, blending his father’s blues-rock legacy with his own unique style. I was fortunate enough to grab a small window of time with Jack in between studio sessions where we spoke about his music journey as he had just released a new single along with talking about his dads equipment and much admired sound. Jack is also about to start working with Bob Daisley who also worked with Gary Moore.    Jacks latest single: https://open.spotify.com/track/7aiNMrZo6f8Bw5DVoDij9q... Find out more here and also visit the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

David Szabados of LegendaryTones. Getting hot rodded Marshall sounds with the Hot Mod EVO 2 and George Lynch Mr. Scary Mod. Today, we’re going into the world of modded Marshall tones. Hot off the release of Marshalls new factory built modded models and Dave Friedman releasing an official Jose amp, we going to talk with none other than David Szabados of LegendaryTones. So, if you’re a fan of classic amps like the Marshall JCM800 being pushed to their limits, you’ve probably heard of his Hot Mod and the George Lynch Mr. Scary Mod. These are a game-changing innovation that brings an easy to install DIY plug in, all tube additional gain state adding more firepower to many vintage marshal circuits. These all valve plug in devices really are the easiest way to hot rod your Marshall style amp without having to drill or alter the circuit board. David's also has a brand-new product about to hit the market that takes things even further. We’ll talk tone, the Hot Mod vs Jose’ mods, and what’s next for LegendaryTones. If you’re chasing that ultimate Marshall roar, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!"   Find out more here and also visit the online store www.bumpingintothatsound.com.au Legendary Tones store https://legendarytones.com/ Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

We’re joined by the driving force behind the much-anticipated Rock Is Not Dead festival. Festival creators and promotors Shane and Mark are here to share their very personal experiences, challenges and insight on what’s shaping up to be a celebration of raw rock music. We’ll talk line-up, vision, the day to day obstacles of being a promotor and how this festival is doing its part to keep the rock flame alive for generations to come. You can find tickets to the event here: https://www.oztix.com.au/search?q=Rock%20Is%20Not%20Dead   Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au  

Today, we’re joined by none other than John Corabi, a true rock veteran with a career spanning decades and arguably the coolest Daisy. From fronting Mötley Crüe in the '90s to his work with The Dead Daisies and Union, John has made his mark with his raw vocals, unique style, and pure rock 'n' roll spirit. On this episode we’ll dive into his incredible journey, talk about his book, his thoughts on the evolution of rock, and what’s next in his ever-evolving career. There is also a few little known bits of Dead Daisy news we touch on. Jump in for what was one the most fun conversations I’ve had.   Find out more at: https://thedeaddaisies.com/ Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

Deep dive with David Grissom on his signature PRS DGT SE and the PRS DGT 15 Amplifier. Today, we have the honour of chatting with the legendary and highly sort after guitarist, David Grissom. Known for his incredible tone and mastery of blues, rock, and country, David has played alongside some of the biggest names in music, from Joe Ely to John Mellencamp. This is the second time we have been lucky enough to speak with David and for this new episode we are diving into the gear that shapes his sound and his latest signature PRS SE DGT guitar and the PRS DGT 15 amplifier. We’ll explore the origin story of those items and go into detail about what makes them unique. We also couldn’t let David go without talking about all the other bits that are on his pedal board and how they help David craft his iconic tone.   Find out more at: https://davidgrissom.com Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au

Electric Mary's Rusty Brown on the Long Ride Home Tour. We’re shining a spotlight on one of the rawest, high-energy rock bands of our time—Electric Mary and my guest is Rusty Brown. Hailing from Australia, this powerhouse group has been delivering gritty, soul-infused rock ‘n’ roll since 2003, capturing the essence of classic rock with a modern twist. From their thunderous riffs to their unforgettable live performances, Electric Mary is a band that brings the spirit of rock’n’roll to life. Stick around as we explore the deep meaning behind the new single, Shaun, due out late October 2024 and the reason they have decided that 2025 will be the last year of Electric Mary as we know it, as they embark on the Long Ride Home Tour.   Find out more at: https://www.electricmary.com/   Credit for Intro music - Jay Parmar. https://www.youtube.com/@jayguitar Credit for Outro music - Me.. Francis. Home base for more - www.bumpinginto.com.au