Teaser Talk

Corrosion of Conformity is keeping things heavy, and they've got some stories to tell!Hollie Nicole catches up with COC at Aftershock 2026 for a conversation about new music, unforgettable tours, and the creative spark that keeps the band going after decades in rock and metal.The band reflects on rebuilding after the loss of drummer Reed Mullin and Mike Dean's departure, explaining how starting fresh brought them back to writing music simply because they loved it.Things get even more interesting when they revisit touring with Motörhead and Metallica, including a memorable conversation with Lemmy about their iconic skull logo and a wild phone call following Hurricane Katrina.They also dive into childhood cartoons, handmade artwork, and their thoughts on AI-generated designs.And because this is Teaser Talk, there are a few teasers! COC hints at upcoming live material, additional recordings, and a mystery remix involving a musician from another band playing Aftershock.Turn it up and join the conversation!

Twenty years of Still Searching, a heavier new sound, and a whole new chapter ahead for Senses Fail. 🤘Host Hollie Nicole catches up with Senses Fail at Aftershock 2026 for a conversation about the band's past, present, and future.As Senses Fail celebrates the 20th anniversary of Still Searching, the band reflects on the era that helped shape a generation of emo and post-hardcore fans. They revisit the music, fashion, and community of 2006 while discussing how performing emotionally personal songs has changed over time.The conversation also gets personal as Buddy Nielsen discusses therapy, vulnerability, and growing up in the public eye.Plus, drummer Steve shares his journey from The Color Morale to Senses Fail and why he's excited to finally record with the band.And there's new music on the horizon! The band teases a heavier direction and big plans for its upcoming 25th anniversary.For longtime Senses Fail fans and anyone who grew up on 2000s emo, this one's for you.Only on Teaser Talk with Hollie Nicole.

Hollywood Undead join host Hollie Kitchens for a fast, funny and completely unfiltered conversation from day one of Rocklahoma. While battling the festival heat, the band talks about a busy year filled with touring, writing and recording, along with the return of Taste of Chaos.The group also teases a new song produced by Tyler Smith, a possible follow-up with an old-school Hollywood Undead feel and plans to head to Europe early next year. Then, Hollie challenges them to identify their five most popular songs on Spotify, leading to stories and jokes about longtime fan favorites like “Everywhere I Go,” “Undead,” “Bullet” and “Coming in Hot.”They wrap up by previewing the pyro and cryo planned for their Rocklahoma performance and remembering their 2013 appearance alongside Guns N’ Roses. Listen to the full conversation, then follow Teaser Talk for more exclusive interviews with rock and metal artists.

Mark Wilson from Jet joins Hollie Nicole for a relaxed and hilarious conversation on day one of Rocklahoma. Ahead of Jet’s first performance at the festival, Mark talks about the band’s busy year on the road, including shows across Australia and Europe before returning to the United States.He shares what he hopes to explore during the current run, from Kansas City barbecue and New Orleans to Oklahoma’s onion burgers. The conversation also takes an unexpected trip through Rocklahoma campground culture before returning to the music.Mark reveals that Jet are working on new material and hope to release something within the next six to eight months, although he stops short of promising a timeline. He also explains how the band’s natural chemistry gives its songs a recognizable identity while leaving room to explore new sounds.Listen to the full episode and follow Teaser Talk for more exclusive conversations with rock and metal artists.

Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry joins Hollie Kitchens at Rocklahoma for a heartfelt conversation about touring, vulnerability and the power music has to help people heal.Chris previews the energy fans can expect from the band’s festival set and reflects on touring with Shinedown and Coheed and Cambria. He also looks ahead to Black Stone Cherry’s upcoming European run with 10 Years, marking the first time the two bands will complete a full tour together.The conversation takes an emotional turn as Chris explains the personal story behind the band’s newest single, “Deep,” and how listeners have shared their own experiences with the group. He opens up about mental health, the music that helped him through a nervous breakdown and why he believes music is the world’s only universal language.Chris also leaves fans with a playful tease about another batch of songs. Follow Teaser Talk for more honest conversations with rock and metal artists.