Claim OwnershipStraight To Video
Subscribed: 37Played: 1,434
Subscribe
© 2025 Straight To Video
Description
"Never forget what made you - YOU" Bassist, Pop Culture Nerd and proud Fanboy, Rob Lane, talks to musicians, actors and all round interesting people who are willing to wax lyrical about their childhood, pop culture, growing up and what shaped them into who they are today. Get ready for stories of hometowns, trips to the Video Store, life changing first concerts and who's poster hung on their walls as a kid.
314 Episodes
Reverse
We talk to Matthew John Lawrence - Writer, Director, Filmmaker. Combining the fun and excitement of Horror and Punk Rock has allowed Matthew to begin creating an amazing world of characters and films which capture all the things he loved growing up on the East Coast. Taking DIY inspiration from the likes of Kevin Smith and applying it to his passions of music and horror has led to the release of Bloody Axe Wound. A film set in an almost mystical world where small town murders end up as VHS re...
We talk to Matthew James Pateman - Singer Songwriter and vocalist for Let Loose, The Fizz and previously Bad Boys Inc. It's been a rollercoaster career riding the ups and downs of the UK Music Industry for Matthew James Pateman. From the 1990s heyday of the Boyband and fronting Bad Boys Inc, through Eurovision songs to once again fronting another 90s pop act Let Loose and even continuing the legacy of iconic Eurovision winners Bucks Fizz in his latest role as part of the The Fizz. Matthew sha...
We talk to Fonz Tramontano & Calida J - Synthwave Pop Duo. Emerging from Hard Rock backgrounds on the Midlands live music scene it was soon evident that a mutual love of all things 1980s would result in a rewarding creative relationship and surge of epic songs with no sign of slowing down. We chat all about their new EP CD-R80s and the films and songs which inspired it, along with favourite movies of the past and thoughts on bringing epic retro sounding anthems into the modern digital str...
We talk to Phil Soussan - Bassist, Songwriter & Producer. It would have been hard to predict the musical journey that Phil Soussan would take from being born and raised in London to being thrust into the Hard Rock spotlight of the 1980s, relocating to the USA as part of the Ozzy Osbourne band and being responsible for the huge hit single 'Shot In The Dark'. Phil has walked steadily and thoughtfully throughout his career making choices that felt right and continue to this day as bassist fo...
We talk to Kevin Martin - Video Store Owner. It's unlikely that after owning his own Video & DVD Store, The Lobby DVD Shop, for the past two decades Kevin Martin would ever think he'd become the star of a movie showing at film festivals all over the world but that's just what has happened with the release of The Last Video Store! It's a film which captures the incredible nostalgia of visiting our favourite Video Shops growing up mixed with action, horror and a whole slab of fun. Kev takes...
We talk to Laurence R. Harvey - Actor & Voice Over Artist. Whilst most of the world first laid eyes on Laurence in his role of Martin Lomax in the notorious and perhaps even more stomach churning 2011 sequel to The Human Centipede, the well versed performer had long been treading the boards of TV and Theatre before claiming his spot in Horror's hallowed iconic hall of fame. Laurence takes us on his journey through moving from the north of England to London, landing an endless array of rol...
We talk to Reeve Stimpson - Singer Songwriter. Whilst many people try, few capture the vibe, energy and magic of the 80s in a genuine way. There are many bands and artists flying the flag of arguably the greatest pop culture decade of all time but few seem to do it as well as Reeve Stimpson has proved with his recent singles. We chat about the influences which have surrounded him from an early age that have contributed to his career along with the effect of films and their defining characters...
We talk to Ron Thomas - OG Cobra Kai, Author, Self-Mastery Expert & Life Coach. Well known for portaying the iconic role of Cobra Kai student Bobby Brown in the 1984 movie smash The Karate Kid, Ron continues to share the strengths and values taught in the classic film 40 years later. He speaks of how his competive spirit was ignited at an early age through sports before heading to Hollywood to pursue an acting career and land a role in one of the decades most loved franchises which he wou...
We talk to Wolf Marshall - Internationally acclaimed Guitarist, Teacher, Author & Transcriber. It would have been hard to avoid the name Wolf Marshall if you ever picked up an electric guitar during the Hard Rock heyday of the 80s and early 90s. Already having a successful touring and recording career he fast became the go to for guitar tuition and became the premier Guitar Tablature transcriber from many of the genre's biggest selling albums. As well as being a hugely successful journali...
We talk to Matt Scannell - Singer & Guitarist of chart topping Hard Rock Band Vertical Horizon. It's been twenty five years since the song 'Everything You Want' from the album of the same name hit the very top of the US Billboard Charts and became the most played song of the year. Matt looks back on his journey, from the songs creation, it's rise to the top of the charts and it's ongoing legacy. We also hear tales of meeting his Hard Rock heroes whilst guitar shopping and his hopes of ret...
We talk to Billy Sheehan - Bassist with Mr Big & The Winery Dogs. Without doubt one of the most incredible bass players of all time, Billy Sheehan has had a career like no other. From his early Talas days breaking out of Buffalo, New York to head out as support to Van Halen right through to taking on the world with Mr Big and a series of chart smashes. Billy reflects back on some of his career from Bass Tuition Videos, late night phone messages from Eddie Van Halen and what his future loo...
We talk to Richie Kotzen - Musician and Songwriter. Without doubt one of the most unique and talented guitarist, singers and multi instrumentalists to burst out of the Hard Rock scene, Richie Kotzen continues to be a formidable songwriting force. Whether it be on his solo albums, his time with hard rock superstars Poison and Mr Big or with the supergroup The Winery Dogs, his guitar playing and soulful voice are unmistakable. We talk about his journey through different projects in his career a...
We talk to Mike Read - Radio & TV Broadcaster and Presenting Legend. Since the late 70s Mike Read has climbed to the top of the Radio and TV fields as a presenter, host and interviewer on the likes of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show, Saturday Superstore and the iconic Top of the Pops TV Show. Today he continues to champion new music from many of our favourite legacy artists on The Heritage Chart showcasing the latest songs from classic bands and singers. Mike takes us through many of the amazi...
We talk to Zach Galligan - Actor. From growing up right in the heart of New York City to breaking Box Office Records as part of one of the movie industries biggest blockbuster summers back in 1984, Zach has seen and learned a lot during his incredible career. He shares stories of mastering Steven Spielberg's own Arcade Machines, arriving in Los Angeles during the 1980s and how his love for music is on a level with his enthusiasm and passion for cinema. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The h...
We talk to Toby Jepson - Singer Songwriter for Wayward Sons & Little Angels. With one of the busiest careers in today's entertainment industry, Toby manages to channel his love and passion for both Music and Movies. Many are aware of his incredible achievements with the Little Angels but for several years Toby also worked in the Movie Industry and continues to do so today with several exciting projects in the works. We chat all about his love of film which began in the 1970s and some of h...
We talk to Jake Popyura - Musician and Songwriter of the band Supermilk. Growing up in the 1990s, it was hard for Jake Popyura not to be heavily influenced by some of the most wacky and much overlooked movies he'd find on the shelves of his local Video Shop. These films would be a touch point throught his career with the bands Doe and more recently Supermilk leading to even releasing an album on the VHS Format in today's world. We chat all about these events along with his recent life changin...
We talk to Albert Cummings - Blues Rock Guitarist, Singer & Songwriter. Whilst always being a music fan it wasn't until his late 20s that Albert Cummings would step on a stage with a live band and realise the path he was meant to take. Already a successful builder and forth generation in his family he would juggle both careers successfully whilst his guitar skills would take him on a journey he never expected. From touring with BB King to recording with the legendary Double Trouble, Alber...
We talk to Johnny Monaco - Guitarist & Songwriter. Since his first appearance on the STV Podcast a lot has changed in the last four years for one of hard rocks finest guitarists. Now living in Las Vegas and guitarist for Stephen Pearcy of RATT, Monaco shares experiences and thoughts on how everything has been working out in his own unique and untouchable style. We learn of experiences with online shopping, dealing with his Las Vegas neighbours, last minute band auditions and his love of c...
We talk to Paul Shipper - Award-winning Movie Poster Artist and Illustrator. Whilst searching his local Video Shop for the latest Hollywood Blockbuster films, the young Paul Shipper would fall in love with the incredible poster artwork that filled the walls. Studying the work of masters such as Drew Struzan who filled our imaginations of what a film was like before we even saw it, Paul would add his own style and talent to reignite and bring new life to classic movie franchises through his ow...
We talk to Ronnie Riddle - Singer and Frontman for North Carolina Rock Band Preacher Stone. Ronnie guides us through his journey discovering Rock & Roll in various fun and unique ways which all had a lasting impact on his outlook and appreciation for what he continues to get to do everytime he and his bandmates take to the stage. We chat about meeting his heroes decades after seeing them on his TV screen, the thrill of performing in other countries and how Preacher Stone continues to hono...
We talk to Murphy Karges - Bass Player, Songwriter & Author. Since touring the world and conquering the charts with Sugar Ray in the 90s and 2000s, Murphy Karges now passionately shares his bass playing and tour knowledge with the world through YouTube and his brand new book 'Basics For Bassists'. We chat all about the early days and magic created by Sugar Ray, their first trips to the UK and the important elements other than just your playing which are essential to becoming a successful ...
We talk to Craig Joiner - Songwriter & Guitarist for Romeo's Daughter. With a brand new solo record 'A Kind of Calm' showcasing a whole new side Craig's musical personality, he explains the origins of his love for acoustic songwriting and the recording process behind his new songs. We also hear tales of game changing recording sessions with the likes of Mutt Lange and John Parr which totally shaped Craig's approach to music from that moment forward. Special thanks to Affinity Photo ...
We talk to Kurt Frohlich - Singer, Guitarist & Songwriter. With not one but two albums released this year including the sophomore release from Riley's LA Guns and his debut solo album 1977, Kurt Frohlich is as busy as he's ever been. Kurt talks about the influences that he brought to the table on his new album and the punk rock roots along with pop hooks that are interwoven into the songs. He's shares memories and the legacy of his bandmate, the late Steve Riley as well as tales of Horror...
We talk to James Wright - Award-winning Buildings Archaeologist. With over two decades experience working in the archaeology field, James is now set to revisit his music touring roots but in a slightly different way with an 80 plus date of the UK promoting his new book - Historic Buildings Mythbusting. We chat all about his journey which has intertwined his love of history and music from his childhood years right through to today. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The hottest photo editing s...
We talk to Taylor Acorn - Singer Songwriter. Taylor Acorn was well on her way to becoming the next big Country Music star out of Nashville but in her heart she knew that her love of all things Pop Punk which she grew up on was to be heavily in her future. A sharp left turn and reimagining has proven her gut instinct to be correct. We learn of the twists and turns her career has already shown with the unpredictibility of the music industry, how people do or don't take notice and what it's like...
We talk to Will Turpin - Musician, Producer & Bassist for Collective Soul. Celebrating three decades of continually delivering some of the most solid and exciting rock anthems, Collective Soul continue to channel their creative energy on their new double album 'Here To Eternity'. Will dives into what keeps them still at the top of their game and explains how it's not just being great players that makes them a great band. Along the way we hear about the band's gamechanger of a tour in 1995...
We talk to Blues Saraceno - Guitarist, Songwriter & Producer. Since leaving his home town Hartford, Connecticut as a teenager to head to the West Coast showcasing his incredible guitar playing skills, Blues Saraceno has never taken the conventional route to success. Starting out at the highest level releasing guitar virtuoso albums, touring the world with Rock & Roll Veterans before joining probably one of the biggest Hard Rock bands of 80s, the young Blues did it all on his own terms...
We talk to Davy Vain - Singer, Songwriter, Producer and Lead Vocalist for Sleaze Rock Legends VAIN. From the streets of the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 80s, Davy and his Vain bandmates launched themselves onto the Hard Rock scene with their highly acclaimed debut album No Respect. Despite being released under a cloud of record company tensions and nightmares it didn't stop the band's anthems to be considered some of the finest of the era. Davy shares stories from the band's first visit...
We talk to Billy Liar - Scottish Punk Rock Singer Songwriter. On the eve of his upcoming US & Canadian Tour, Billy checks in with us to talk all about previous Stateside adventures along with plans to meet up with long time friends whose relationships were solidified over many tours and encounters overseas. We chat about creating original DIY Promo Videos along with getting the chance to work, record and tour with your musical heroes. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The hottest p...
We talk to Tony Lovato - Singer Songwriter and Frontman for Pop Punk band MEST. Tony shares the back story to the band's brand new single 'When We Were Young' and how it contrasts to the band's early reflective material. We also hear about growing up in Blue Island, Illinois and the early influence of MTV and Heavy Metal before Punk Rock came calling and put him on a lifelong journey from Warped Tours to zero sunlight travels through the UK. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The hottest phot...
We talk to Jamison Newlander - Actor & Writer. Growing up in California during pop culture's most influential time, Jamison has starred in iconic 80s films such as The Lost Boys as Alan Frog, part of Vampire Killing duo The Frog Brothers, through to the classic remake of The Blob and more recently the brutal Bone Tomahawk with Kurt Russell. Jamison is not short of Hollywood memories and shares stories from his time on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk which would become known as Santa Carla - The ...
We talk to Pat Boone - Legendary Singer & Actor. On the eve of his 90th Birthday we learn that Pat Boone is as busy and creative as ever with new music and acting roles continually adding to one of the most incredible show business resumés of all time. Since beginning his music career in the 1950's things have rarely slowed down and we hear a few stories from this one of a kind career. From embarrassing meetings with royalty, entrepreneurial twists with The Beatles and even strapping on a...
We talk to Jyrki 69 - Frontman of Gothic Rock & Roll band The 69 Eyes. With a career that began in the late 80s and continues strong to their dark rock vision I doubt few had a modern day collaboration with legendary hitmaker Diane Warren on the cards? Jyrki tells the amazing story of their first encounter which led to the release of the bands huge new single Fade To Grey. We talk about the strange coincidences that gave him the confidence to approach the iconic songwriter and also get hi...
We talk to John 'Rhino' Edwards - Bassist for Rock & Roll Legends and Icons Status Quo. Rhino chats all about his new solo album from his band Rhino's Revenge, the guest appearances on the record and his approach to releasing music in today's industry. He then takes us back through his incredible career on the bass guitar which was put in motion after seeing Andy Fraser perform with Free. Along the way we hear about meeting heroes, appearing on classic BBC TV Shows and balancing rock musi...
We talk to Mel Gaynor - Drumming Legend. With a career that has seen him behind the drumkit for many of the most iconic music superstars from Elton John, Robert Palmer and Tina Turner to a multi decade career with Simple Minds, Mel Gaynor is now turning the spotlight on himself with his new solo career. We discuss his upcoming album 'Come With Me' along with tales of growing up in 1970s London, seeing The Sex Pistols and sneaking into the Marquee Club before conquering the pop landscape with ...
We talk to Klaus Eichstadt - Guitarist and Co-Founder of Ugly Kid Joe. Klaus recalls his very first adventures in the UK and Europe as his band exploded onto the rock scene during the early 90s and the whirlwind of chart success and endless touring that followed. Along the way he dives into his memories of early introductions to Hard Rock, and sneaking into rock clubs and we also learn about struggles with album art censorship, touring with Def Leppard, Bon Jovi and his heroes Van Halen. Spec...
1We talk to Marc Valentine - Power Pop Singer Songwriter. Marc takes us on his full circle journey from the East Coast of the UK, moving to London to chase his rock n roll dreams with The Last Great Dreamers, relocating to the USA and then eventually back home to Norfolk to reignite his music with an incredible solo career. We chat all about his new album, memories of the 80s and early 90s London Rock Scene and we set the seed for a special UFO Inspired album with another of this countries gre...
We talk to Keith Atack - Guitarist and Songwriter. With a professional music career spanning six decades, Keith Atack is one of those musicians who has truly seen and done it all. From early chart success in the 70s with his band Child which saw him and his twin brother Tim as Pop Rock Pin-Ups through to touring as guitarist for the likes of Bonnie Tyler and David Cassidy. We trace some of the experiences that have led Keith to once again cranking up the Marshall Amplifiers with his new band ...
We talk to Rich Jones - Guitarist, Songwriter & Graphic Designer. Rich takes us on his ever changing and evolving rock and roll journey from moving from the UK to Canada as a young kid, picking up the guitar and heading out on a punk rock touring career with the likes of The Black Halos, Amen, The Loyalties, Ginger Wildheart and Michael Monroe. Our chat takes in early concert memories, the Canadian Music Scene, how London has changed and the infamous and now legendary Dollars for Deadbeat...
We talk to Mike Tramp - Singer Songwriter. Mike talks to us from his home in Denmark all about his brand new solo album 'Mand Af En Tid (Man of a Time)' and the memories attached to the songs about growing up and aspiring to be like his heroes on TV. He recalls his first visits to the USA and specifically New York and the early days and success of White Lion throughout the 80s and 90s. Along the way he shares memories of performing for the first time in the UK and his loyalty to venues and fa...
We talk to Bright Light Bright Light - Welsh musician Rod Thomas who now lives in New York whose music is inspired heavily by 80s/90s pop culture incorporating elements of disco whilst also branching into synthpop, dance and house music. We chat about the struggles and rewards of being an Independent musician in todays industry as well as the experience of touring with Elton John, living and touring in the US as well as a deep dive into Rod's love of 80s Movies and Video Nasties. Special than...
We talk to Andras Jones - Actor, Musician, Writer and the Host / Creator of Radio8Ball. As Andras gets set to release his brand new studio album 'Recognise, De-Escalate & De-Code' - a series of songs that have been created over a decade of experiences, he takes us on a journey through all his different creative, entrepreneurial adventures from moving to Hollywood in the late 80s and balancing both music and movie careers. Along the way he would see huge pop culture horror success as Rick ...
We talk to Todd Kerns - Bassist for Slash (featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators). On the eve of the band's next world tour Todd checks in to update us on all his recent recording projects as well as a dive back into the early 90s when his band Age of Electric first visited Hollywood's Sunset Strip. We hear tales of his first meeting with his future band boss and how Guns N Roses encapsulated everything Todd wanted from a rock and roll band. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The hotte...
We talk to Tommy Henriksen - Multi Instrumentalist and Guitarist for Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires and creator of the epic multi media band Crossbone Skully. Tommy charts his journey through Rock and Roll from early Punk and Hard Rock influences to landing in Los Angeles auditioning for some of the biggest names in Rock and Metal. It's a journey that has brought him to today channelling all his passion into Crossbone Skully, the type of band the young Tommy would have devoured if discovere...
We talk to You, Me & The Movies - Uber popular Movie Reaction YouTube Channel. As the last show of 2023 what better way to end the year than to check in with two of our favourite YouTubers to chat all things 80s and 90s Christmas Nostalgia. From Films and Toys to Mall Santas and Christmas traditions, it's all here to accompany you over the Christmas Holidays. Special thanks to Affinity Photo - The hottest photo editing software on iPad, Mac & PC https://affinity.serif.com/photo Intro...
We talk to Princess Goes - Electronic Alt-Rock Supergroup featuring Michael C Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under), Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie) and Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers). With their latest album Come of Age, the band continue to push boundaries of creativity both sonically and visually which sees their fanbase grow not only in the USA but throughout the UK and Europe. We chat about their time touring overseas, performing at previous acting locations, their debut live show and memories and f...
We talk to Jake West - Film Director and Editor. With a horror pedigree directing the likes of 'Evil Aliens' and 'Doghouse' through to the essential 'Video Nasties - The Definitive Guides Parts 1 & 2', Jake has now turned his attention to one of this countries best kept secrets of the VHS era in Cliff Twemlow. Cliff is the focal point for Jake's new documentary 'Mancunian Man: The Legendary Life of Cliff Twemlow' about an obscure figure even by British B-movie standards. A handsome, no-no...
We talk to Lee Murray - Drummer for 90s Pop Rockers Let Loose. As we head into the 30th Anniversary of the bands huge hit single 'Crazy For You' which dominated the charts throughout the summer of 1994, Lee revisits the road the band took to earn their success in the industry, the highs and the lows of pop success and how today, three decades later the band are back with a brand new line up, new music and getting set to once again hit the road to keep their amazing pop rock anthems alive.&nbs...
We talk to Miss Velvet - Singer Songwriter. After moving from her hometown of New York City and arriving on the West Coast of California, it's been a rollercoaster few years for powerhouse vocalist Miss Velvet. Becoming a new mother, making a new home and then carving out a brand new music career from scratch, it has all come to fruition in the form of her new album Traveler. We chat about the work that went into this amazing musical document and the events that brought it to life along with ...
We talk to Michael Des Barres - Actor, Singer, Radio DJ and Rock & Roll Icon. With a career that encapsulates enough rock excess and debauchery for several bands, not just one person, it's incredible to find that Michael Des Barres continues to be as outgoing and creative as ever. Whether we find him as a villain on our TV screens in MacGyver, fronting The Power Station at Live Aid, writing chart topping songs like 'Obsession' with Holly Knight or just being the larger than life character...
Comments
Top Podcasts
The Best New Comedy Podcast Right Now – June 2024The Best News Podcast Right Now – June 2024The Best New Business Podcast Right Now – June 2024The Best New Sports Podcast Right Now – June 2024The Best New True Crime Podcast Right Now – June 2024The Best New Joe Rogan Experience Podcast Right Now – June 20The Best New Dan Bongino Show Podcast Right Now – June 20The Best New Mark Levin Podcast – June 2024
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States