Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP is proud to announce the addition of WHMH and Highway Rock/The Drive 99.7 Las Vegas

March 7, 2025

Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP has returned! Between 1984 and 1995, The original METALSHOP led the metal revolution with this iconic program across more than 250 stations. We now deliver fresh weekly shows to an audience that revels in the music of the untamed and youthful. Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP combines the show’s vintage feature segments with fresh content, music from then and now, new and classic interviews with hard rock heroes, and that same voice and attitude that made the program a cornerstone of hard rock/metal culture.

Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP is proud to announce the addition of WHMH, Rockin’ 101, St Cloud, MN! METALSHOP will run Saturday nights at nine on this Active Rock Flamethrower! A “tip of the hat” to WHMH owner Gary Hoppe, who is all about the “Quality! With total rockstars like John Lassman, Tim Ryan, Mark Pennington, and Lee Arnold in the house, this is a dream come true!

In case you missed it, a few days ago, METALSHOP also added Highway Rock/The Drive 99.7 Las Vegas!

Talking about METALSHOP, Charlie Kendall said, "Between 1984 and 1995, Metalshop led the metal revolution with this iconic program across more than 250 stations. Our mission is to deliver fresh shows that revel in the music of the untamed and youthful. METALSHOP combines the show’s vintage feature segments with fresh content, music from then and now, new and classic interviews with hard rock heroes, and that same voice and attitude that made the program a cornerstone of the culture. “I’ve thought about it for years, and I’ve finally found the right fit and the right people to make it happen…METALSHOP is back.”

METALSHOP started online and solidified our writing and production capabilities. We have produced over 50 brand new world-class programs and are now into full syndication. Interview highlights include the first major interview with any member of Aerosmith after they retired from touring, full specials on Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell concert, Slash, John Bush, Metal in the movies, Nicko McBrain’s retirement, Lzzy Hale, Cassandra Carson, Blackie Lawless, Marc Labelle and more!

Metalshop Mondays

7 am, 10 am, 6 pm – CMS Network Now

4 pm – 97Underground.com

7 pm til mid - NewHDMedia.com

9 pm – 128db.com

10 pm – The Blitz (100.1FM Laredo, TX / Nuevo Laredo, MX)

Tuesdays

4 am – 1035TheShark.com

Wednesdays

11 am – KRFK Radio

Noon - Savageradiorocks.com

Thursday

10 pm – The KZEW Zoo Project

11 pm - 128db.com

Fridays

7 pm til mid - Veterans Classic Rock

8 pm - Savageradiorocks.com

Saturdays

7 pm – KRFK Radio

8 pm – Radio Free Cleveland

9 pm – 128db.com

9 pm – The Blitz (100.1FM Laredo, TX / Nuevo Laredo, MX)

10 pm - Rockin' 101 WHMH St. Cloud

11 pm - WQAK - The Quake

Sundays

Midnight – 1035TheShark.com

6 pm - Savageradiorocks.com

7 pm – WCST-FM (98.7 The Mountain, Charleston, WV)

8 pm – Highway Rock, The Drive 99.7 / 96.9 / 94.9

8 pm – 1035TheShark.com

11 pm – NewHDMedia.com

ON DEMAND ANYTIME AT MIXCLOUD.com/METALSHOP

If you wanna write to METALSHOP, it's metalshop@charliekendall.com

From 1984 to 1995, Charlie Kendall was a driving force of the metal revolution as he hosted this iconic program on over 250 stations. Now, he’s teamed with Producers Corey Harker and Chris Akin to deliver all-new shows to a worldwide audience that celebrates and enjoys the music of the wild and the young.

Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP combines the show’s vintage feature segments with fresh content, music from then and now, new and classic interviews with hard rock heroes, and that same voice and attitude that made the program a cornerstone of that culture.

“I’ve thought about it for years,” Kendall says, “and I’ve finally found the right fit and the right people to make it happen. It’s come full circle – and METALSHOP is back.”

Charlie Kendall’s METALSHOP - Syndication is available – interested parties please email metalshop@charliekendall.com

Website - www.charliekendall.com/metalshop

Facebook - www.facebook.com/CKMetalshop/

YouTube - youtube.com/@CharlieKendall-Metalshop

Facebook Group - m.facebook.com/groups/1383332095308722/

IG - www.instagram.com/ckmetalshop

X - twitter.com/CKMetalshop

mixcloud - www.mixcloud.com/METALSHOP/

Merch - bodythredz.com/product-category/the-metalshop-collection/

ENVY OF NONE ANNOUNCE APPEARANCE ON TALKSHOPLIVE THIS WEDNESDAY AT 3:30 PM EASTERN TIME, TO DISCUSS NEW ALBUM 'STYGIAN WAVZ ’

March 4, 2025

To promote the release of their upcoming sophomore effort,'STYGIAN WAVZ,' Envy of None will be interviewed by Steve Harkins on TalkShopLive.
Comprised of Alex Lifeson on guitar, Andy Curran on bass and programming, producer Alfio Annibalini on keyboards, and Maiah Wynne on vocals, all four members will be on hand for the chat.

The event will take place on Wednesday, March 5th, at 3:30pm EST.

To access the interview, visit the link: https://talkshop.live/watch/db9W4i7rG9Cl

The event which will include a black vinyl album for sale with an exclusive autographed 12x12 poster designed by videographer Olivier Boscovitch signed by the entire band.
A portion of the proceeds will go to support the UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) and their efforts in Ukraine.

To date, Envy of None has raised over $100,000 to assist the UNHCR and will continue to support the refugees in Ukraine.

"It’s a rare occasion when all 4 members of Envy of None get together in same place at the same time," says Curran. "Looking forward to sharing some stories on the making of our new record with everyone!”

"We are extraordinarily excited to partner with Envy of None as we celebrate the coming together of the band and their phenomenal, forthcoming album, Stygian Waves," added Harkins, host of the Rock and Roll Channel on TalkShopLive.

About TalkShopLive®

TalkShopLive is the leading live streaming, social selling online network, recognized by Fast Company magazine as one of the world's Most Innovative Companies. With TalkShopLive, shopping has never been more interactive and entertaining. Sellers showcase their products via live shows, displaying product details while chatting with viewers in real-time. Customers can purchase with one-click on the Buy button. The platform and iOS app are full service for sellers - from live show creation to order processing to ease of shipping and payouts. Buyers can access unlimited channels and live product shows. TalkShopLive livestreams can be embedded on any website and can simultaneously simulcast on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

An incredible lineup of stars, brands, creators, retailers, syndicated TV shows and publishers have launched their own TalkShopLive channels including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Mattel, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Vogue, Allure, GQ, The Jennifer Hudson Show, Buzzfeed, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, John Densmore and Robbie Krieger of the Doors, Dolly Parton, Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, Alicia Keys, Geezer Butler of Black Sabbath, Ed Sherran, Steven Van Zandt, Nancy Wilson of Heart, Anne Wilson of Heart, Smokey Robinson, Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, Elvis Costello, the Jonas Brothers, Kelly Clarkson, Jamie Foxx, Art Garfunkel, LL Cool J, Duff McKagan of Guns N Roses, Julian Lennon, Mike Campbell, Benmont Tench and Stan Lynch of the Heartbreakers, Kelsea Ballerini, Haley Kiyoko, Kane Brown, Van Zant and many more.

https://envyofnone.com

https://talkshop.live/channels/therocknrollchannel

The David Ellefson Show Podcast Launches Monday, March 3rd!

February 24, 2025

Music legend David Ellefson, alongside co-host Joshua Toomey, is thrilled to announce the launch of The David Ellefson Show podcast, a bi-weekly show which will debut Monday, March 3rd on YouTube and major streaming platforms.

The podcast offers listeners a front-row seat to captivating conversations, insightful stories, and entertaining anecdotes from Ellefson's remarkable 40-plus-year career. The show will feature a wide array of guests, including notable musicians, celebrities & industry professionals from inside the exciting world of music and entertainment.

You can now join the podcast’s Patreon account to see the debut episode featuring Frank Bello (Anthrax). Patreon members will receive each episode a week early, merch store discounts, exclusive live stream Q&A sessions and a unique David Ellefson Pick Card. Join the Patreon here: Patreon.com/tdes

“I’ve been a guest on countless podcasts over the years, and they’ve become essential in connecting artists with audiences, replacing much of traditional media,” says Ellefson. “I’m excited to build a community where we can dive into discussions about music, entertainment, lifestyle, and everything in between.”

The podcast also serves as a platform for the David Ellefson Bass Coalition, a global network of bass enthusiasts. The Coalition provides a space for fans to connect, share insights about their favorite musicians, discuss gear, take lessons, and celebrate all things bass.

Co-host Joshua Toomey, a seasoned podcaster known for Talk Toomey and multiple Knotfest podcasts, is a bassist himself & member of the Nu-Metal band Primer 55. He brings his extensive experience in music and a dynamic voice to the show. Together, Ellefson and Toomey aim to create a fun, creative, and informative experience for listeners.

Says Toomey, "David has always been a must-listen guest on podcasts, so it’s only natural that he’s now hosting his own. He’s a wealth of knowledge—not just about his own career, but the music industry as a whole. I’m excited to share these episodes with rock and metal fans around the world!"

Stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring exciting guests from the world of music and entertainment.

For more information on all of these events please visit:

www.davidellefson.com

www.thedavidellefsonshow.com
www.davidellefsonbasscoalition.com

Bad Ass Radio Network 2.0 Launches today

January 6, 2025

Bad Ass Radio Network 2.0 Launches today 1.6.25 and is here to Revolutionize the Airwaves and Deliver the Best Rock & Metal to Fans Around The World! Broadcasting on the Live365 App, Roku and Amazon-Alexa devices, the Bad Ass Radio Network Brings the Raw Energy of Rock Music to a Global Audience and can be heard currently in over 30 countries!

Founded in November of 2021 by award winning photographer, podcast host and music publicist Evan J. Thomas, Bad Ass Radio Network 2.0 is ready to blast that shit of the latest rock, metal, punk and local band releases, mixing in some yesteryear favorites, and some of the greatest music podcasts and radio shows from around the world.

Bad Ass Radio Network is a FREE music entertainment destination streaming online at www.BadAssProductions1.com and the Bad Ass Radio Network is set to become the ultimate destination for rock fans and those who are sick and tired of boring old terrestrial radio, bringing together the best in hard rock, alternative, nu-metal, punk, local bands and everything in between.

LISTEN TO BAD ASS RADIO NETWORK

Koe Wetzel’s Year-End Best Of Lists + Theo Von

December 10, 2024

Koe Wetzel continues to celebrate a milestone year, solidifying his status as a powerful force in Country music with his acclaimed album 9 Lives earning a spot on major year-end lists from the all-genre wrap-ups in Rolling Stone and Billboard, to the Tennessean and Holler bests in Country. Cementing Wetzel’s reputation as one of music’s most boundary-pushing forces, the album debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart and No. 15 across all genres. Listen HERE.

Rolling Stone hailed 9 Lives as one of the “Best Albums of 2024,” declaring that “Wetzel has been a Texas country anti-hero for a decade now, but 9 Lives finally helped introduce the singer-songwriter to an audience outside the Lone Star State,” while Billboard spotlighted the track “Sweet Dreams” in its “Best Songs of 2024” roundup, describing it as “bruised rather than bruising, soft rock designed for hushed singalongs.” The accolades continued with the Tennesseannaming the record among its “Top Nashville Albums of 2024,” celebrating Wetzel as “about as real as a musician can get,” noting that “9 Lives represents Wetzel’s best work yet and signals there's much more to come,” with “Holler” praising it among its “Best Country Music Albums of 2024” as “a record that thrives in its exposure to honesty…equal parts outrageous and vulnerable, swaggering yet subdued.”

As “High Road” feat. Jessie Murph climbs ever closer to the top spot at Country radio (No. 3 on this week’s Mediabase chart and No. 4 on Billboard Country Airplay) while also impacting at both Hot AC (Top 25 at No. 23) and Top 40 (Top 30 at No. 26), Wetzel’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down. In a year that saw Wetzel perform to well over 200,000 fans across the U.S. and Europe with over 96% of all headline tickets sold, he also amassed more than 650 million global streams of 9 Lives and earned five new RIAA certifications, with “High Road” becoming his fastest song to reach the Platinum milestone to date.

Wetzel also recently sat down with comedian and podcaster Theo Von for a wide-ranging conversation providing insight into his Texas upbringing, his relationship with fans and his take on modern Country music. Watch Below.

Adding a festive note to his banner year, Wetzel also recently released Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2, a building holiday collection that brings his signature edge to the Christmas season. Featuring four new reimagined classics, the project continues a tradition that Wetzel’s began last year, now boasting seven songs total. This holiday spirit will come alive later this month when Wetzel takes the stage for two special shows in his home state of Texas for Wetzel’s Wonderland Live, set for December 27 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth and December 28 at Moody Center in Austin. Limited tickets remain available HERE.

For more information, visit KoeWetzelMusic.com and follow on Instagram and Facebook @KoeWetzelMusic, TikTok @Koe_Wetzel and Twitter/X @KoeWetzel.

About Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel never met a genre wall he couldn’t tear down: The Texas singer-songwriter has earned a rabid audience for his songs that mix country, rock, hip-hop, and even Nineties grunge. His 2016 album Noise Complaint endeared him to fans with its no- holds-barred lyrics about drunken nights, broken hearts and stints in jail, and included the Gold-certified hits “Love” (feat. Parker McCollum), “Something to Talk About” and the infamous “February 28, 2016.” Wetzel’s 2020 major label debut, Sellout, only furthered his legend with the Platinum-certified “Drunk Driving” and “Good Die Young” plus the Gold-certified “Kuntry & Wistern.” The 2022 follow-up, Hell Paso, hit No. 3 on Billboard’s Country Albums and spawned hits on both the country and rock charts, including the Gold-certified “Creeps” and “Cabo.” To date, Wetzel has 3.4 billion total streams and has created a genuine experience with his live concerts, which he describes as “total chaos.” In 2023 alone, he sold more than 275,000 tickets, and appeared for a third time on POLLSTAR’s Top Worldwide Tours. Wetzel played prominent festival sets this summer and opened for Morgan Wallen on the superstar’s One Night at a Time Stadium Tour in Texas, while also headlining his own recently-wrapped Damn Near Normal World Tour. His new album, 9 Lives (Columbia), is available everywhere now as Platinum-certified lead single “High Road” with Jessie Murph arrives as his debut Country radio single while also climbing both the Hot AC and Top 40 charts.

Corey Kent Teams with Lauren Alaina for Latest Release "Now or Never"

August 19, 2024

Sony Music Nashville artist Corey Kent has spent more than 15 years cutting his own path through a tangled wilderness of stumbles and setbacks … and never once come close to waving a white flag. The result…he is about to release his sophomore album, Black Bandana, Sept. 6, 2024 and will kick off his headlining Black Bandana Tour on Sept. 21. The platinum-selling Kent has given fans another taste of the upcoming project today with the release of “Now or Never” featuring Lauren Alaina. Listen to “ Now or Never” Below and pre-save Black Bandana HERE.

"'Now or Never' is a song about drawing a line in the sand for yourself,” shared Kent. “It’s about loving somebody but refusing to let them continue to hurt you by taking a stand and asking your partner to make up their mind... 'You either love me or you don’t.’"

“I am so excited to be a part of this song with Corey,” said Alaina. “I think the message is super powerful. It’s okay to love someone and take a stand for yourself when needed. I am honored Corey asked me to be a part of it. I can’t wait to see where the song takes us.”

Written by Sam Ellis, Ryan Hurd and Geoff Warburton and produced by Chris Farren, “Now or Never” finds Kent channeling the ’80s-rock anthems that helped give his childhood a soundtrack turning it into an orchestral-rock power ballad... and a duet of epic emotional proportions. Featuring the crystalline vocal counterpoint of Lauren Alaina, a pair of lovers resolve to give their volatile connection a final ultimatum –make it work now, or break it off entirely.

A Bixby, Oklahoma native now based in Dallas, the proud husband and father has become a decorated artist on the rise, growing from humble heartland roots into a Platinum certified Number One hit maker with 940 million career streams, and a black bandana on his neck. But today, that Black Bandana is more than an accessory – and not just the name of his sophomore major-label album. It’s his rally cry.

“It started from riding motorcycles and wanting something over your face so you didn’t swallow a bug,” the singer-songwriter says. “But then it turned into a staple I wear on stage, and then a symbol of the path through my career, and life. Through all the ups and downs, the one constant thing was this relentless hope – this relentless pursuit of believing that if I don’t give up, I can get where I’m going.”

With a self-built story that has seen success and disaster, keeping that belief wasn’t always easy – but it’s been paying off. Rising from the vibrant Red Dirt country scene as the embodiment of authenticity, Kent set his sights on Nashville as a teen, bringing his self-penned catalog of country-rock anthems with him. But after the pandemic coincided with the loss of his first publishing deal, Kent was forced to move to Texas and get a job on a paving crew to pay the bills, yet he stubbornly refused to call music quits. Honky-tonks and dancehalls on both sides of the Red River became his stomping ground, and slowly but surely, the black bandana spirit grew.

Fast forward a few years and the hit single “Wild As Her” proved he was right all along. An untamed tribute to a free-spirited stunner, the track re-invigorated Kent’s career as a Platinum-certified No. 1 at country radio, and the lead single off his major label album debut, Blacktop. And while momentum kept building, with Kent hitting the road alongside Jason Aldean, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum and more, the mainstream moved to claim they knew it all along. Next-big-thing accolades came in from CMT, Opry Next Stage and more, but even as Kent became the most played new artist on country radio for all of 2023, he kept the underdog, who-cares-about-conventional-wisdom mentality. And so did his fans.

For Kent, the point was that his fans have the same independent spirit he does, and he took that lesson into his next chapter. Settled into his ranch in Texas and intent on being fully present as husband and father, while also achieving his dreams, his second album is all about finding balance, keeping clear eyes on what’s important – and waving that Black Bandana for all to see.

Co-writing six of Black Bandana’s 10 songs, what Kent ultimately wanted was to mix themes of integrity, resilience and family with a sonic setting befitting the mission. Finding the midway point between cinematic electric guitars and heart-pounding drums meet a warm, gravel-road rasp, as Kent brings classic rock into the present tense.

“We all face our own demons. We all face our own setbacks, and I hope this record serves as encouragement,” he says. “It would be really easy to lean on the past and go ‘Look at what I’ve done,’ but I’m still excited about the records I’ve yet to create. I’m excited about the shows I haven’t played yet. I’m excited about unlocking new levels of my craft, and writing more songs that people connect with deeply. …I still live for those moments.”

Kent is also connecting with friends on the road in his new podcast “Bus Call.” The podcast finds Kent chatting with everyone from country music star Bailey Zimmerman to 2023 Doak Walker Award winner, OSU Running Back Ollie Gordon. The Texas Troubadour and his guests share laughs, inspirational moments and talk through the ups and downs of both business and personal life. Listen to the first two episodes of season one now and stay tuned for a new episode each month.

The Oklahoma native will be joined by Braxton Keith, Kaitlin Butts, Max McNown, Karley Scott Collins and Lauren Watkins on select dates for his headlining, international Black Bandana Tour, which kick-offs in Paso Robles California on Sept. 21. The road warrior will trek across both the U.S. and U.K. with stops in New York, Boston, Atlanta, Dublin, London and more into early 2025. Tickets are on sale now. Purchase at coreykentofficial.com.

Black Bandana Tour Dates:
+9/21/24 Paso Robles, CA BarrelHouse Brewing Co. - Brewery and Beer Gardens
*9/22/24 Long Beach, CA Boots In The Park
^9/26/24 Reedley, CA The Wakehouse
^9/27/24 Bakersfield, CA Buck Owens Crystal Palace
*9/28/24 Tempe, AZ Boots In The Park
<10/3/24 Hays, KS Fox Theatre
10/4/24 Durant, OK Choctaw Grand Theater (with Pat Green)
*10/5/24 Burkburnett, TX Friendship Festival
#10/10/24 Little Rock, AR Little Rock Hall
*10/11/24 Bellville, TX Austin County Fair
#10/12/24 Terrell, TX Silver Saloon
-10/16/24 New York, NY Gramercy Theatre
-10/17/24 Sayreville, NJ Starland Ballroom
-10/18/24 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun – Wolf Den
-10/19/24 Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
<10/24/24 Cincinnati, OH Bogart’s
<10/25/24 West Lafayette, IN Neon Cactus
<10/26/24 Rootstown, OH Dusty Armadillo
^11/1/24 Milwaukee, WI The Rave II
#11/8/24 Wichita, KS The Cotillion Ballroom
#11/9/24 Stillwater, OK Tumbleweed Dance Hall
-11/21/24 Atlanta, GA Buckhead Theatre
-11/22/24 Charlotte, NC Coyote Joe’s
-11/23/24 North Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues

International Dates
2/1/25 Dublin, IE The Academy (Green Room)
2/2/25 Belfast, NI The Limelight 1
2/4/25 Glasgow, UK SWG3 TV Studio
2/7/25 Manchester, UK Manchester Academy 2
2/8/25 Birmingham, UK O2 Academy 2
2/9/25 Bristol, UK The Trinity Centre
2/11/25 London, UK Electric Ballroom

*Previously Announce Fair and Festival Dates
^Braxton Keith
< Kaitlin Butts
-Max McNown
+Karley Scott Collins
#Lauren Watkins

Follow @coreykent on X, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT LAUREN ALAINA
Grand Ole Opry member and Big Loud Records powerhouse Lauren Alaina is unlocking a new era with her debut EP on the label out now. The six-song set fittingly titled Unlocked reintroduces the multi-faceted star, stripping back every layer and allowing fans to know her more than ever before. Alaina has earned three chart-topping hits: RIAA Platinum-certified “Road Less Traveled,” 8x Platinum “What Ifs” with her childhood friend Kane Brown, and 3x Platinum “ONE BEER” with labelmate HARDY + Devin Dawson. The Georgia-born force, who American Songwriter notes is “on a seemingly limitless upward trajectory,” has shared the stage with Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, and more. She’s headlined two raved-about tours, the sold-out That Girl Was Me Tour and bar-raising On Top Of The World Tour Presented by Maurices. The gold-medal vocalist has performed on some of the highest-profile stages in the world including PBS’ A Capitol Fourth, Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, CBS’ Beyond The Edge, ABC’s The Bachelorette, TODAY, Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, ABC's CMA Fest specials, CMA and ACM Awards, Nickelodeon's All That, Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day halftime performance, MLB's World Series national anthem performance, a performance at the White House for President Obama, and more.

Former Parade Magazine Editors Release Season Two LET'S TALK LADIES on Sept. 10

August 12, 2024

True crime may be all the rage, but real life is where it's at!

LET'S TALK LADIES: Conversations Across Generations

Podcast Gets Women Talking For A New Season On September 10

Child-free by Choice (cats optional), Marriage: Yes or No?

Is There Shame in Not Saving Enough Money?

Check Out Let’s Talk Ladies Podcast Season 2

Why didn’t we know about this? That question kept coming up over the years for M.B. Roberts and friends. Whether it was losing too much hair, suffering through sleepless nights, or sweating beyond belief, all of it was incredibly troubling. Mostly because they thought they were the only ones it happened to.

More questions came up, many that had nothing to do with female bodies:

Why don’t I know how to ask for a raise even though I’d been working for decades?
Do other women my age ever feel out of place?
Do we really need eye cream, or is it a pink tax scam?

Enter the podcast, Let’s Talk Ladies, where M.B., and her new Season 2 co-host, Katie Neal, talk to women of all ages about all the things:

Marriage: yes or no?
Child-free by choice?
Can sex last?
Is it too late to start saving money? (With Today Show money expert Jean Chatzky)

The former Parade Magazine editors and longtime friends, M.B. and Katie, share experiences and ask women from age 20-92 to tell us what they know and ask about things they want to find out. It’s fun – lots of laughs —but they also dig deep. Listen as the Let’s Talk Ladies co-hosts learn over and over again: what they think they know about the younger generation is wrong most of the time. And they’re not afraid to admit it.

Listen to Season 1 on Spotify or Apple

Season 2 Launch Date: September 10, 2024

About M.B. Roberts:

M.B. Roberts, an author and journalist, has written about pop culture, lifestyle, sports—and now, tech—for longer than she wants to admit. As former Senior Editor of Parade Magazine, she interviewed dozens of bold-faced names from 4'8" Simone Biles to 7'2" Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (and plenty of medium-sized movers and shakers). She’s written 18 books including Sign of Life, a memoir from Hank Williams Jr.’s daughter, Hilary, and Jug Fishing for Greazy with Brad Paisley.

Dream job? Listening and talking to women of all ages about inspiring topics.

About Katie Neal:

Katie Neal is a former magazine editor (Parade, Spry Living) who was lucky enough to interview two of her idols—Jimmy Carter and Taylor Swift—before pivoting to a career in marketing. Now she helps create video, live webcasts, blogs, social media and more for brands big and small. An early podcast adopter, Katie is thrilled to finally have a mic of her own to go back on the record with women about work, sex, grief, love and everything in between. katienealwrites.com

KINGCROW Release Title Track off New Album

August 1, 2024

"...dark at times, atmospheric at the right moments and heavy when it needs to" - The Prog Report

"Certainly progressive rock, but they are also heavy at times, alternative in others, and their sound wavers between the darkness of Riverside and the rock of Porcupine Tree" - The Prog Mind

"Each listen exposes layers like peeling an onion" - Angry Metal Guy

"Bleak and desperate, yet also a message of hope and warmth" - The Progressive Subway

Italy's progressive rock alchemists, KINGCROW, continue to etch their legacy of evocative soundscapes and profound lyrical narratives with the release of the title track off their upcoming eighth album. "Hopium" heralds a new zenith in the band’s storied journey, where genres dissolve, and the music becomes an experience beyond the ordinary.

Watch the band's playthrough of "Hopium" below:

Hopium comes out August 23 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & pre-save: https://orcd.co/kingcrowhopium

Can't wait for the release of Hopium? Listen to all 10 songs off Kingcrow's new album two weeks early and chat with the band during their Bandcamp Listening Party.

Hopium Bandcamp Listening Party
Wednesday, August 7 @ 1 pm Eastern Time / 7 pm Central European Time

RSVP: https://kingcrow1.bandcamp.com/merch/hopium-listening-party

"Hopium" pulsates with an emotional resonance and raw vitality, capturing the essence of Kingcrow's relentless pursuit of innovation. Seamlessly intertwining existential introspection with the band’s signature blend of progressive rock, ambient and metal influences, their new single is a manifesto of passion, intricately weaving a tale of wrestling with societal illusions while seeking true inner self.

The playthrough video of "Hopium" was filmed at Hologram Studios in Francavilla al Mare, Italy, which is where Kingcrow's new album was mixed. It was directed and edited by Riccardo Nifosì, who also handled the cinematography alongside Giorgio Amadori.

The first incarnation of the band was originally founded in Rome, Italy, by brothers Diego Cafolla (guitars) and Manuel Thundra Cafolla (drums) under the name of "Earth Shaker".

Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's poem "Raven" and driven by a will of change, the band's name was soon altered into KINGCROW and a couple of self-produced demos/albums where recorded under the KINGCROW moniker: Something Unknown(2001), Insider (2004) and Timetropia (2006).

In the early months of 2010 the band finished recording their new album “Phlegethon” that was released in June of the same year under the “Scarlet Records” label.

It was considered on an international level as a relevant masterpiece and was classed as one of the elite progressive metal albums of the year. It has been near the top of the “album of the year” charts in some international prog-rock websites. Phlegethon promotion lasted for about two years and a half.

During the same year, the band recorded the new album “In Crescendo” that was released in February 2013 by the American label “Sensory Records.

The band toured along with Pain Of Salvation in North America in April and May, 2013. In 2015 the band released the album “Eidos” and toured Europe as Headliners. Meanwhile KINGCROW signed a management deal with GlassVille Music, house of very well known progressive acts like Pain Of Salvation and Riverside among others.

The band recorded the new album titled “The Persistence”.

The album was released on September 7th via Sensory Records and received great reviews and ended on a lot of “best of 2018” lists on magazines and webzines.

The upcoming album “Hopium” marks another step forward in pushing boundaries remarking the restless progressive attitude of the band in incorporating countless influences into a personal sound.

Describing the band today is quite a difficult task, but one could state that the influence of different kinds of music, from progressive rock , ambient music, alternative rock and metal are all present in the music of KINGCROW.

With each release KINGCROW has taken a step further away from their original roots and is regarded today as one of the most exciting bands that Italy has to offer.

Line-up
Diego Marchesi - Vocals
Diego Cafolla - Guitars, Keys, Backing Vocals
Ivan Nastasi - Guitars, Backing Vocals
Riccardo Nifosì - Bass, Backing Vocals
Thundra - Drums, Percussions

Recording Studio
Sound Under Pressure (Rome, Italy)

Production Credits
Produced by Diego Cafolla & Thundra Cafolla
Sound Engineer - Diego Cafolla

Mixed by Giampiero Ulacco at Holofram Studios (Francavilla al Mare, Italy)

Mastered by Marco Vannucci at Spitfire Mastering Studio (Italy)

Guest Musicians
Vikram Shankar - Piano solo on "Hopium"

Cover Art
Devilnax

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/kingcrowhopium

Links/Follow Artist:
Official Website: https://www.kingcrow.it/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kingcrowband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingcrow_official/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/KingcrowBand
Bandcamp: https://kingcrow1.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nnSgQo8TIgiO5M5pv3mlV
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kingcrow/594989536
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/1002506
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/6519112

Available Formats:
Digital Download
CD Digipak
12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black

THIS WEEK ON METALSHOP: Episode Airing As of 7/15/2024

July 16, 2024

This week on Charlie Kendall's Metalshop, Ex-Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di’Anno checks in to talk about his new band WARHORSE. We go into the metal vault with Victory, and check out a lost classic from Reverend. Plus the Top 3 Metals of the week and more!

Metalshop is BACK! The one-hour weekly show that was on over 250 stations when metal was born has returned! We now deliver fresh weekly shows to an audience that revels in the music of the untamed and youthful. Metalshop combines the show’s vintage feature segments with fresh content, music from then and now, new and classic interviews with your hard rock heroes, and that same voice and attitude that made the program a cornerstone of the culture.

For stations, days and times, visit us online at www.ckmetalshop.com.

Our show is syndicated by Fishnet Syndication and is delivered via Dropbox every Thursday by 10:00 PM. You may air Metalshop as many times as you wish and to get Metalshop on your station contact Mike Tyler at (214) 674-4400 or dallasmt@aol.com.

Broadcast Schedule (All Times EST)

Mondays
7am, 10am, 6pm – CMS Network Now
7pm – NewHDMedia.com
4pm – 97 Underground

Wednesdays
11am – KRFK Radio

Fridays
7pm – NewHDMedia.com

Saturdays
7pm – KRFK Radio
8pm – Radio Free Cleveland

Sundays
7pm – WCST-FM (98.7 The Mountain, Charleston, WV)
11pm – NewHDMedia.com
11pm – Highway Rock, The Drive 96.9 / 94.9

THIS WEEK ON METALSHOP: Episode Airing As of 6/24/24

June 25, 2024

This week on Charlie Kendall's Metalshop, Johnny Gioeli of Hardline, Axel Rudi Pell and Crush40 fame is our featured artist. Axel Rudi Pell has just released the fabulous new RISEN SYMBOL. The master classic comes from The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Fresh metal comes courtesy of Def Leppard, plus the top 3 Metals of the week and more! This week, only on Charlie Kendall's Metalshop!

For stations, days and times, visit us online at www.ckmetalshop.com.

Broadcast Schedule (All Times EST)

Mondays
7am, 10am, 6pm – CMS Network Now
7pm – NewHDMedia.com
4pm – 97 Underground

Wednesdays
11am – KRFK Radio

Fridays
7pm – NewHDMedia.com

Saturdays
7pm – KRFK Radio
8pm – Radio Free Cleveland

Sundays
7pm – WCST-FM (98.7 The Mountain, Charleston, WV)
11pm – NewHDMedia.com
11pm – Highway Rock, The Drive 96.9 / 94.9

THIS WEEK ON METALSHOP!

June 18, 2024

THIS WEEK ON METALSHOP!

This week on Charlie Kendall’s Metalshop, we sat down with The Watchers’ Tim Narducci to talk about their new release NYCTOPHILIA! Additionally, we go back in time with Yngwie J. Malmsteen, check out some new music from Category7, and reclaim the past with songs from Deep Purple and Whitesnake!

For stations, days and times, visit us online at www.ckmetalshop.com.

Broadcast Schedule (All Times EST)

Mondays
7am, 10am, 6pm – CMS Network Now
7pm – NewHDMedia.com
4pm – 97 Underground

Wednesdays
11am – KRFK Radio

Fridays
7pm – NewHDMedia.com

Saturdays
7pm – KRFK Radio
8pm – Radio Free Cleveland

Sundays
7pm – WCST-FM (98.7 The Mountain, Charleston, WV)
11pm – NewHDMedia.com
11pm – Highway Rock, The Drive 96.9 / 94.9

Shady Ladies of Music City Podcast Returns for Season 3

May 25, 2024

Susan Nadler and Evelyn Shriver are back for an all-new season of the Shady Ladies of Music City podcast. With a focus on “Then & Now,” Season 3 features more stories from their careers in the industry with commentary on the state of the business and Country music today. Episodes 1 and 2 are available today.

Each with storied careers and diverse backgrounds working with George Jones, Tammy Wynette and Randy Travis, the pair became the first women to hold top positions at a major country-music label in Nashville.

"We launched this podcast as a way to archive a lot of the stories about a town and industry we love," said Nadler.

Shriver adds, "Now that we're out of the day-to-day, we can talk about it in a different way that illustrates a lot of how things used to be and perhaps even answer why they are the way they are today."

Season 3 episode guide below. Listen and subscribe wherever you stream your podcasts.

MAY 23
1. WELCOME TO THE THIRD SEASON
Highlighting the differences of “Then and Now”

2. INCLUSIVITY IN COUNTRY MUSIC?

MAY 30
3. HOW ARE WOMEN FARING IN COUNTRY MUSIC?
A conversation with TRACY GERSHON and BEVERLY KEEL

JUNE 6
4. STAR DIRECTOR
A conversation with TREY FANJOY

JUNE 13
5. IS THE TRUTH INCONVENIENT?
A conversation with Vice President AL GORE

JUNE 20
6. DOES COUNTRY RADIO STILL RULE?
A conversation with BUFFY COOPER

JUNE 27
7. THE OUTSIDER
A conversation with SHELBY LYNNE

JULY 11
8. IS IT ALL ABOUT THE BRAND?
A conversation with EBIE McFARLAND

JULY 18
9. REFLECTIONS on the Good Times

JULY 25
10. THE MUSICIAN DUDE
A conversation with MICKEY RAPHAEL

AUGUST 1
11. THE GAME CHANGERS - DOLLY, SHANIA & TAYLOR

Elle King Opens Up About Career & Life with Chelsea Handler on 'Dear Chelsea'

May 17, 2024

Following her second consecutive year playing Stagecoach, with a set that received critical review including the Orange County Register who said, “Country rocker Elle King brought her signature sass and grooves to her sunset set, treating the audience to a mix of new music and covers,” Elle King joined Chelsea Handler in a candid and unfiltered episode of her highly-rated podcast Dear Chelsea.

In her first interview since the release of her latest single, "Baby Daddy's Weekend," King delved into a wide array of topics with Handler, including music, motherhood, life on the road and the inherent pressures that come with it.

Both known for their fearless and candid approach to life and conversation, the two trail-blazing women left no stone unturned as they shared insights into their respective journeys in the entertainment industry, offering listeners a glimpse into the realities behind the glamour.

Listeners can tune in to this captivating episode of Dear Chelsea to catch the full conversation between Elle King and Chelsea Handler, available now on all major podcast platforms. King’s “Baby Daddy’s Weekend,” is at country radio and available on all streaming services.