WMMR - MMaRchives Podcast

To honor the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, Pierre Robert flashes back to a remarkable conversation with The Prince of Darkness in 2001. Ozzy was joined by his wife Sharon and during the chat Pierre got Sharon's first impressions of Ozzy and how she would hide his clothes to curb his drinking (unsuccessfully). Ozzy also remarked how he owed everything to the fans (and about 50 die-hard ones were invited to the interview to bear witness and praised Ozzy for it). Pierre also casually asks if Ozzy and Sharon are going to be in a television show...that turned into the smash reality series The Osbournes. These stories and many others as we honor the great and powerful Ozzy Osbourne!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Killswitch Engage are taking over Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden for the Summer Of Loud Tour with Parkway Drive, I Prevail, Beartooth, The Devil Wears Prada, and more. Brent Porche talked with Killswitch vocalist Jesse Leach about this insanely heavy tour, new music from the band, and their mutual love for vinyl and Ozzy Osbourne. Hear and see more at WMMR.com/BrentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To promote his 2002 "Weapons of Self-Destruction" stand up tour, the comedic genius called into Pierre Robert's program. Robin recounts his excitement of remembering the 3 nights at the Tower Theatre as the last time he was in Philly he was still addicted to numerous substances. Mr. Williams also had Pierre in tears with his theories that TV is just KGB outtakes and how Keith Richard's cells have the cure for all humanity. These stories and many more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the legendary benefit concert Live Aid, the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia hosted a conversation between Electric Factory Concerts co-founder and Live Aid Executive Producer Larry Magid and Pierre Robert. In the second and final portion of the chat, the pair discuss how the immense heat affected the Philadelphia portion of the show and reminisced about a last minute stage announcement was made to tell one lucky person their was a kidney transplant ready for him and how he got a police escort to the airport so he could receive the life saving operation. The pair also discussed all the incredible Philly talent (both on and off stage) that took part in the show and the one artist who couldn't be a part of Live Aid but went on to remarkable charitable work. A special thanks to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia for hosting and recording the event and to T Morgan for moderating the conversation.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the legendary benefit concert Live Aid, the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia hosted a conversation between Electric Factory Concerts co-founder and Live Aid Executive Producer Larry Magid and Pierre Robert. In the first part of the conversation Larry shared some technical aspects of the show like what it was like to work with Bob Geldof and Bill Graham to book the show and how they designed the rotating stage to keep the concert continuously going. Pierre Robert discussed how he would do "kamikaze interviews" backstage and talked how electric the crowd got after the Led Zeppelin and CSNY reunions. These stories and many more in this first half of the conversation. A special thanks to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia for hosting and recording the event and to T Morgan for moderating the conversation.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To celebrate what would've been Little Feat guitarist Paul Barrere's 77th birthday, we flash back to the year 1991 when the band paid Pierre Robert a visit for a special Work Force Block conversation and performance. They were in town to perform at the Tower Theatre that evening and the band raves about the acoustics in that building. They also reminisce about some of Paul's interesting liner notes on the record Shake Me Up, opening for Jimmy Buffett and why they consider themselves the "quintessential American band". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an interview with Josh Katz, frontman of Badflower, Brent Porche caught up with the singer about the production of the band's latest album. Following the release of No Place Like Home, Katz chatted with Brent about tour pranks, name twins, guest appearances of mariachi bands, and the reason why there are holes in his walls... See more at WMMR.com/BrentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an interview with Justin Benlolo, lead singer of BRKN LOVE, Brent Porche got the backstory on the band's latest album, The Program. Justin and Brent also talked about crack-of-dawn performances at ShipRocked, taco stands, getting the opportunity to hold Dave Grohl's guitar, and how amazing Bruno Mars is in concert.  Watch this interview at WMMR.com/Brent See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WMMR's Brent Porche had a chat with NASCAR Cup Series driver and Daytona 500 Champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr. He was in town promoting the upcoming NASCAR races that are set to bring heart-pounding action and excitement to Pocono Raceway June 20th to 22nd, and Dover Motor Speedway July 18th to 20th. They talk about everything from his early days in racing, to his first and most significant wrecks, and some of his bucket list racing moments that he has yet to achieve. Ricky describes his Rocky re-enactment up the Art Museum steps in Philly, and his favorite rock bands that get him revved up for the races!  See more at WMMR.com/BrentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yacht rock? ...eh, Tom doesn't really care. In depth conversation with Tom Johnson about The Doobie Brothers illustrious career and recording new music together for the first time in 40 years.  The Doobie Brothers new studio album “Walk This Road” is available now. Catch them this summer at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ on August 13th. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just two days after their 2025 MMRBQ performance, Mammoth came back to Philadelphia to perform in the very intimate club setting of the Foundry in a Pierre Presents session. Along with playing a set for some very lucky WMMR listeners, Wolfgang Van Halen sat down for a conversation with Pierre Robert in between songs, recorded in front of a live audience full of fans.  The pair discussed Mammoth's latest single "The End," including the wicked music video directed by one of Wolf's favorite directors, Robert Rodriguez. They also talked about the legendary 5150 and how Wolf incorporates vintage Van Halen gear into this new music. When Pierre brought up Mammoth's very first single, "Distance," and moving through grief with music, you'll hear the impactful moment that brought the room to a standstill; anyone who's lost a loved one will be able to relate. Wolf is always honest about how the loss of his father, Eddie Van Halen, has affected him, but he's also hopeful and the future is bright for the band. He's preparing for the Black Sabbath/Ozzy Osbourne tribute in Birmingham, touring with Creed this summer, and putting out more new music.  See more at wmmr.com/Pierre and follow on Instagram: @PierreRobert933See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

J. Geils Band front man extraordinaire Peter Wolf has released his memoir Waiting on the Moon: Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses and to celebrate sat down for an in-depth conversation with Pierre Robert on WMMR. In the second part of the conversation, Peter Wolf discusses how the personalities of the J. Geils Band clashed to the point the band couldn't continue (even so far as to bring a therapist into the mix), having dinner and flying to Ireland to drink Guinness with Mick Jagger, being an impromptu roadie for Muddy Waters, and he also discusses his upcoming solo material and touring. See more at WMMR.com and follow on Instagram: @PierreRobert933 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

J. Geils Band frontman extraordinaire Peter Wolf has released his new memoir Waiting on the Moon: Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses and to celebrate sat down for an in-depth conversation with Pierre Robert on WMMR. In this first part, Peter tells Pierre about shaping the book as a set of short stories about the people he has interacted with in his life, like how he met Bob Dylan in a restaurant and interrupts a bathroom business meeting of Sly Stone. Peter also regales us with his time working in radio and how that led to a very memorable interaction with Van Morrison. See more at WMMR.com and follow on Instagram: @PierreRobert933See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Philadelphia welcomed Disturbed back to the Big Joint in a fiery night that boasted a powerful setlist and live concert coverage on WMMR. In an exclusive backstage interview with Brent Porche, the co-founders of the band, Dan Donegan and Mike Wengren, opened up about their journey over the past quarter century, and what fans can expect in the near future. See more at WMMR.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' guitarist Mike Campbell joins Pierre Robert to discuss the release of his memoir Heartbreaker. Mike talks about how the music was made Jimmy Iovine's influence on the Damn The Torpedoes record and how his wife Marcie's voice wound up on the song "Even The Losers". He also recounts the final days with Tom Petty including discussing the final tour and his last moments with Tom before he passed.  See more at wmmr.com/PierreSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.