Talk Louder

Bobby SharronAs host of the CobraCast Podcast in Austin, TX for the past nine years, Bobby Sharron gave a platform to local musicians, rock’n’roll culture and all the shenanigans that go along with it. He joins us to explain why he paused the show after more than 600 episodes and how he plans to refocus, reformat and reboot it sooner than later.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Katherine TurmanAs a lifelong music journalist, Katherine Turman has interviewed countless rock stars. She also served as editor-in-chief at RIP magazine, co-wrote “Louder Than Hell: The Definitive Oral History of Metal” and currently produces Alice Cooper’s syndicated radio show, “Alice’s Attic.” She joins us to share memorable interviews and offer insight into her 20-year history of working with Alice (including his lovable quirks). She also reveals her non-metal bucket list interviews, her first concert and how drinking with Ronnie James Dio resulted in a parking ticket.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

John BushHe’s got one of the greatest voices in metal as evidenced by his work with Armored Saint, Anthrax and, more recently, Category 7. Powerhouse vocalist John Bush joins us to revisit the making of Armored Saint’s 1985 album, “Delirious Nomad.” He also updates us on Armored Saint’s forthcoming new album and the status of the Saint documentary. Plus, we learn about upcoming solo shows celebrating his time with Anthrax; ask him to name his favorite UFO tracks (hello, Michael Schenker… hint, hint); and fully support his invitation to Roger Daltrey to reprise his vocals on “Taking the Music Back.” Bush always delivers!Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

The OxysThey’ve survived a coma, a car crash and multiple lineup changes to release three explosively catchy, snot-slinging, punk-rock albums in just three years. Guitarist Jason “Ginchy” Kottwitz and singer Phil Davis of Austin-based band, The Oxys, join us to discuss the dark inspirations behind new album “Casting Pearls Before Swine,” their new deal with Cleopatra Records, upcoming tour dates with their heroes, The Hangmen and The Joneses, and how the pandemic and a literal luck of the draw got this whole thing poppin’.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Farewell to Ozzy with Harald OimoenWe go Back to the Beginning with renowned Bay Area thrash-metal photographer/musician Harald Oimoen who witnessed Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig in Birmingham, England. He shares the historical highlights and emotional moments of bidding farewell to the lovable metal madman whose legacy will endure until after forever.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Chip Z’NuffTo say Chip Z’Nuff is good for a laugh is putting it mildly. The high-spirited bassist and founding member of long-running glam rockers, Enuff Z’Nuff, joins us to discuss the star-studded new album, “Xtra Cherries,” featuring members of Cheap Trick, Billy Idol, Journey, Nelson, Trixter, GN’R and past alumni. We also learn about an early tour with Chicago doom-metal band, Trouble, getting kicked off a Cheap Trick tour, wild times living with Steven Adler, where he buys his trademark sunglasses and hats, and how a spilled cocktail inspired the new album title.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Rick HunoltAs a member of Exodus, guitarist Rick Hunolt immortalized himself on the classic, 1985 genre-defining, thrash-metal album, “Bonded by Blood.” Not to be relegated to history, he joins us to discuss his latest band, Nefarious, featuring members of Bay Area thrash titans Hirax, Death Angel and Blind Illusion. We also learn why “sh!t got real” opening for Loudness; how band mates and his love for his kids helped him conquer his addictions; why the musical exploration of Die Humane offers a new creative outlet; and who he considers to be the most underrated player in San Francisco 49ers history. He’s real, he’s raw, he’s Rick. And you’re gonna love getting to know him as much as we did.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Larry BarraganNo talk of Texas metal is complete without mention of Houston legends, Helstar. With upcoming new album “The Devil’s Masquerade” on deck, founding guitarist Larry Barragan joins us to discuss the band’s 40-year legacy, the healing power and emotional pull of heavy music, the early days of tape trading, sharing stages with King Diamond, Megadeth, Anthrax, Fates Warning and others, and why Angel Witch rules (smoke breaks and all)! Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Andy ParkerThe classic catalog and hard-rock influence of UFO cannot be overstated (just ask Steve Harris!). Drummer Andy Parker joins us to discuss the expanded reissue of the 1980 album, “No Place to Run,” the hilarious story behind the cover photo and how Beatles producer George Martin got his first taste of “heavy metal.” We also learn how UFO poached guitarist Michael Schenker from the Scorpions (and how a restroom tutorial saved a gig); why “Strangers in the Night” is a masterclass live album in spite of its “amped-up” performers; and how all those classic Phil Mogg lyrics were always reliably down-to-the-wire. You’re gonna love Andy as much as we did!Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Alan NivenAs the manager for Guns N’ Roses from 1986-1991, Alan Niven helped steer the career of one of the most explosive, volatile and important rock bands of all time. He joins us to discuss his recent memoir, “Sound N’ Fury,” in which he details random recollections of the insanity, drama and stratospheric stakes of navigating GN’R’s appetite for destruction -- while also managing Great White through their equally wild years of excessive success. How he’s still sane is anyone’s guess.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Mean MistreaterIn two short years, Austin-based Mean Mistreater has released two albums of hellbent-for-leather, muscle-car metal. Think WASP and Motorhead drag racing on Iron Maiden’s blacktop --with no brakes! Vocalist Janiece Gonzalez and husband/guitarist Alex Wein join us to discuss the band’s rapid-fire rise, their successful European tour, the party-vibe video shoot for “Do or Die” and why you gotta keep the creative motor running when momentum is stomped to the floor. (live photos courtesy of Robb Pendland)Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Shawn DuncanL.A. Guns drummer Shawn Duncan credits Keith Moon and Tupperware as early inspirations. He joins us to discuss his musical childhood in Los Angeles (including his father’s world-famous, sports-arena anthem); early gigs by future stars Motley Crue, City Kidd (Tesla) and Dante Fox (Great White); and how W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes upgraded his first “real” band, Odin, to Hollywood headliners (and how Odin, in turn, “may” have “fueled” Holmes’ notorious pool scene in “Decline of Western Civilization Pt.II: The Metal Years”). Plus, why Phil Lewis is the best singer he’s ever worked with and how his love of cooking fed various Hollywood stars, including Bruce Willis.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Sam Bam KoltunHe started playing local clubs at age 12 and has since established himself as a rising guitar star with Faster Pussycat, Godsmack, Dorothy, Budderside and Crossbone Skully (featuring Alice Cooper guitarist Tommy Henriksen). Sam Bam Koltun joins us to discuss the new Faster Pussycat single, “Motorbike,” his move from St. Louis to L.A. at age 18, how he juggles multiple bands, his love of INXS and how guitar hero Nuno Bettencourt connected him with Godsmack.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

S.A. Slayer at Keep It True Jason recaps his recent visit to Germany where he fronted a reunited S.A. Slayer at the annual Keep It True metal festival featuring Riot, Vio-lence, Solitude Aeturnus and others.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Martin Popoff on his latest Iron Maiden book Renowned rock journalist, editor and heavy metal author Martin Popoff has written more than 120 books, including his latest behemoth, “Hallowed By Their Name: The Unofficial Iron Maiden Bible.” He joins us to discuss his killer 666-page beast of all Maiden books as well as the overall New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement. You could say we enjoyed his piece of mind.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Michael Monroe in L.A.“Metal Dave” recaps his April 12 birthday trip to Los Angeles where he saw Michael Monroe perform at the legendary Whisky a Go Go. Other highlights include Faster Pussycat, a guided tour by Jimmy Ashhurst (The Broken Homes, Izzy Stradlin, Buckcherry), a surprise run-in with Sean Pierce from Toilet Boys and quick hangs with Armored Saint singer John Bush, L.A. Guns bassist Johnny Martin and music journalist and author Katherine Turman.Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Josh ToddAs the frontman for Buckcherry, singer Josh Todd is a human blur of rowdy rock energy. On the eve of the band’s eleventh album, “Roar Like Thunder,” he joins us (on his birthday, no less) to discuss the new album, the touring hustle, why the Scorpions always bring the girls and how Val Kilmer talked him into acting in “The Salton Sea.” Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Robert FleischmanHe briefly sang for Journey and co-wrote two of the band’s best-known songs. His other credits include his piercing vocals on the cult-classic, glam-metal debut album from the Vinnie Vincent Invasion plus brushes with Asia, Michael Schenker, Genesis and Gene Simmons. Vocalist Robert Fleischman joins us to discuss his storied past, his latest album, “Emotional Atlas,” that time he got an encouraging two thumbs up from Beatles producer George Martin and an unforgettable outburst from a “pissy” Vinnie Vincent. Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Tracii GunsGuitarist Tracii Guns returns for a third time to discuss the creative chemistry behind L.A. Guns’ latest album, “Leopard Skin;” its deep-rooted classic rock and funk influences; singer Phil Lewis’ initial dislike of the album title; the band’s collective favorite track; “pimp music;” and why James Hetfield is the bravest man in rock. Created and Produced by Jared Tuten

Frank MeyerWith his first solo album, “Living Between the Lines,” and his membership in punk legends, FEAR, guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Frank Meyer keeps his credits rolling. He joins us to discuss his songwriting process, collaborating with the Runaways’ Cherie Currie, recording FEAR’s latest album, “The Last Time,” jamming with Taylor Hawkins’ son, and why Taylor Swift and Amy Winehouse are such pop-perfect inspirations. Created and Produced by Jared Tuten