Podcasts by Anne Erickson on Audio Ink
Detroit radio personality and journalist Anne Erickson hosts Audio Ink Radio, featuring interviews with the best in music, entertainment and more, plus provides commentary. Anne has interviewed Chris Cornell, Myles Kennedy, Alice Cooper, Corey Taylor and many more. Get inked with Anne and her many special guests!
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Mark Tremonti Talks Creed Reunion, Holiday Album + More - Interview from 2023-12-12T17:36
It's always a pleasure to have the great Mark Tremonti of Creed and Alter Bridge on the show. This time around, he and Anne Erickson talk about his new Christmas album, "Christmas Classics New &...
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The Toadies' Clark Vogeler on 'Possum Kingdom,' '90s Grunge + More - Interview from 2023-11-15T20:53
Who doesn't love the song "Possum Kingdom" by The Toadies? It's such a recognizable song, and it instantly puts me in a good mood. The Toadies guitarist Clark Vogeler joins me, Anne Erickson, on...
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Tony Campos + Static-X on the Future of the Band Post-Wayne - Interview from 2023-10-18T18:35
Static-X bass player Tony Campos is back on the show with Anne Erickson. These industrial metal heavyweights have a special place in Anne's heart, because they're one of the first acts she saw p...
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John Corabi (Motley Crue, The Dead Daisies) on the State of Rock - Interview from 2023-10-12T16:16
John Corabi of The Dead Daisies and formerly Motley Crue joins Anne Erickson to talk rock! When asked if people seem more appreciative of live music today, since it was taken away during the pan...
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Talking Trends in Prog Metal with TesseracT Bassist Amos Williams from 2023-10-04T20:47
TesseracT is a great mteal band out of the U.K., and they're coming to the states this fall for a major tour. Bassist Amos Williams joins Anne Erickson, and the talk gets deep. They discuss tren...
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Staind Guitarist Mike Mushok, Interview - '14 Shades of Grey' 20 Years Later from 2023-09-11T17:38
Staind guitarist Mike Mushok is a favorite on the show. He's such a down-to-earth guy, and he's also so focused on the music. It's always fun to talk with him about the legacy of Staind and wher...
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Sevendust Vocalist Lajon Witherspoon, Interview - Recording at a Farm + More! from 2023-08-14T17:17
It's always great to have a member of Sevendust on the show! The extremely talented Lajon Witherspoon joins Anne Erickson for a fun talk. They discuss the new Sevendust album (which was recorded...
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Butcher Babies' Heidi Shepherd, Interview - What Makes Metal Music So Great? from 2023-07-24T16:54
Super excited about this episode! On the show, Butcher Babies co-vocalist Heidi Shepherd joins Anne Erickson for an exciting talk. They discuss Heidi's journey into music, her love for metal mus...
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Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme and Rihanna - In-Depth Interview from 2023-06-26T17:18
Join Anne Erickson for another exciting episode! This one features a legendary guitarist who crosses genre lines. Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme and Rihanna joins Anne to talk about Extreme's new a...
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Judas Priest, Elegant Weapons - Guitarist Richie Faulkner Talks the End of Priest from 2023-06-05T16:11
Super excited to have Judas Priest and Elegant Weapons guitarist Richie Faulkner back on the show! This is Faulkner's first appearance on Audio Ink Radio since his health scare and heart surgery...
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Tad Band Vocalist Thomas Andrew Doyle - Down the Grunge Rabbit Hole from 2023-05-15T16:31
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be at the genesis of the Seattle scene in the late-1980s, when grunge was just started to blossom? Thomas Andrew Doyle was there. He fronted one of Sea...
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Collective Soul, Will Turpin Interview - What Was So Special About '90s Grunge? from 2023-05-03T18:48
It's a new episode! Collective Soul founding member Will Turpin joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's in-the-works new album, their busy touring schedule, the experience of being part of ...
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George Lynch, Interview - Religion, Sweet&Lynch and More from 2023-04-25T16:21
In this episode, legendary guitarist George Lynch joins Anne Erickson to talk about his many projects this year! He actually has nine musical projects coming out, but we mainly talk about Sweet ...
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Overkill Frontman Bobby "Blitz " Ellsworth, Interview - How Has Thrash Metal Evolved? from 2023-04-18T17:28
It's such a pleasure to have Overkill frontman Bobby "Blitz " Ellsworth on the show! He joins Anne Erickson to talk about the evolution of thrash metal, the band's new album "Scorched" and more....
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Riki Rachtman of MTV's 'Headbanger's Ball' - Interview from 2023-03-14T16:48
Great rock personality Riki Rachtman of MTV's "Headbanger's Ball" joins Anne Erickson the show for a very fun episode featuring lots of cool stories. Rachtman is heading out on his "One Foot in ...
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Kittie Frontwoman Morgan Lander, Interview - What's the Future of Kittie? from 2023-03-07T16:28
It's delightful to have the talented and lovely Morgan Lander of Kittie back on the show! She joins Anne Erickson to talk about the status of Kittie, including new music, more shows and more. Sh...
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Edsel Dope Dishes on Dope, Static-X and More - Interview from 2023-02-20T19:33
It's a pleasure to have industrial metal favorite Edsel Dope of Dope back on the show! He joins Anne Erickson to talk about Dope's new album, "Blood Money Part Zer0"; the new Static-X album, "Pr...
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Exodus Drummer Tom Hunting - Interview from 2023-02-14T17:52
Get ready for a dose of thrash metal, as Anne Erickson welcomes legendary Exodus drummer Tom Hunting on the show! Where do we begin? Tom and Anne talk about the Pantera reunion, the possibility ...
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Steve Riley of W.A.S.P. and LA Guns - Interview from 2023-01-31T17:53
Steve Riley has some great stories from his days in the 1980s on the Sunset Strip with W.A.S.P. and LA Guns, so you know it's always a party when he's on the show! He joins Anne Erickson to talk...
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Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge, Creed - Interview from 2023-01-17T16:18
Welcome to the new season of the Audio Ink Radio podcast! Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge and Creed checks in with Anne Erickson to talk abo...
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Never Breaking Up from 2022-12-03T19:44
For this show, Audio Ink Radio brings you a solo episode! Anne Erickson talks about how much it means to her to have YOU listening to this show and how much it means to her to host and produce i...
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Best Albums of 2022 - Anne Erickson Discusses *Season Finale* from 2022-11-21T18:24
Happy holidays and New Year to you! Thank you so much for listening to the podcast. It means so much to me. YOU rock. I look forward to many more great interviews in 2023 with the biggest names ...
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Judas Priest Bassist Ian Hill, Interview - Why He Wants to Tour with Iron Maiden from 2022-11-16T14:56
Judas Priest bass player Ian Hill is back on the show with Anne Erickson today for a second appearance! It's always great to have such metal royalty on the show. Last time Hill was on, he expres...
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Maynard James Keenan's Puscifer - Interview with Guitarist Mat Mitchell from 2022-11-09T21:51
Mat Mitchell of Maynard James Keenan's Puscifer joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's current tour, their latest studio album "Existential Reckoning" and the albums' remix on the way, fea...
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Vinny Appice of Black Sabbath, Dio, Scream Taker - Interview from 2022-10-18T17:31
We have metal royalty on the show! Vinnie Appice is a legendary drummer who has sat behind the kit in Black Sabbath, Dio, Last in Line and many more. He guests on Audio Ink Radio with Anne Erick...
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Megadeth guitarist Kiko Loureiro - What's the future of the band? from 2022-10-05T17:51
Megadeth guitarist Kiko Loureiro joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's stellar new record, "The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead!" They also talk about what it's like being in a band with ...
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Wendy Dio and Dio documentary co-directors Demian Fenton and Don Argott - Interview from 2022-09-14T17:34:17
We welcome back metal royalty on the show, as Wendy Dio, the widow of legedary metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio, joins Anne Erickson, as well as "DIO: Dreamers Never Die" documentary co-directors...
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Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge and Slash - Interview from 2022-09-06T16:11:46
One of our favorite guests, Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge and Slash's band, joins Anne Erickson to discuss Alter Bridge's new album, the latest on his solo work and if he thinks Slash will conti...
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Phil X (Bon Jovi guitarist) and Kurt Deimer - Interview from 2022-09-01T21:29:41
Phil X, who is Bon Jovi's lead guiatrist, and Kurt Deimer join Anne Erickson to talk about Deimer's new EP, "Work Hard, Rock Hard," their upcoming tour with Tesla and, for Phil X, what it's like...
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Anne Erickson's Birthday Party Show! from 2022-08-07T22:08:17
You're invited to my birthday party show, because you're awesome! This is a random show where I talk about my favorite music and other random things. Let's party together!
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Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2022-07-06T21:44:02
The show is thrilled to welcome Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers on this episode, speaking with host Anne Erickson! They discuss the band's new album, "Planet Zero," as well as the history of Shin...
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A Perfect Circle guitarist Billy Howerdel joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2022-06-14T18:51:11
Get ready for another exciting show, as A Perfect Circle guitarist Billy Howerdel joins Anne Erickson! They discuss his new solo album, "What Normal Was," as well as what's new with A Perfect Ci...
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Alter Bridge and Creed guitarist Mark Tremonti joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2022-05-24T18:44:54
Welcome to another exciting episode of the show! This is a very special show, as Creed and Alter Bridge guitarist Mark Tremonti joins Anne Erickson to discuss his new album of Frank Sinatra cove...
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Smashing Pumpkins' Jeff Schroeder and Detroit's Tommy Marz join Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2022-04-20T15:20:20
Welcome to another great episode of the show! It's awesome to have you here ;) Smashing Pumpkins' Jeff Schroeder and Detroit's Tommy Marz join Anne Erickson to talk about their new single, "15,"...
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Kittie vocalist Morgan Lander joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2022-03-08T19:15
The incredible Morgan Lander of Kittie (@OfficialKittie) joins Anne Erickson (Listen
Ted Nugent, Interview - Motor City Madman from 2022-02-08T16:58:31
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Exodus / Steve "Zetro" Souza, Interview - *Season Opener* from 2022-01-25T17:21:09
Let's kick off the season with a bang! Exodus (@ExodusAttack) vocalist Steve "Zetro" Souza joins Anne Erickson ( Listen
The Best Songs of 2021 in Rock and Metal - Anne Erickson Discusses *Season Finale* from 2021-12-15T21:45:58
Happy holidays, Merry Christmas and happy New Year! It's been a great year for music, and in this episode, Anne Erickson (Listen
The Best Songs of 2021 in Rock and Metal - Anne Erickson Discusses *Season Finale* from 2021-12-15T21:45:58
Happy holidays, Merry Christmas and happy New Year! It's been a great year for music, and in this episode, Anne Erickson (Listen
Anthrax / Frank Bello - In-Depth Interview from 2021-11-24T20:04:40
The Go-Go's / Gina Schock - What's It Like Getting Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? from 2021-11-15T18:34:47
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Motley Crue Bassist Nikki Sixx - Exclusive Interview from 2021-10-28T13:29:19
Welcoming an incredible guest to the show! Motley Crue (@MotleyCrue) bassist Nikki Sixx (Listen
Stone Temple Pilots / Dean DeLeo - In-Depth Interview from 2021-10-19T17:38:28
Stone Temple Pilots (@STPBand) founding member Dean DeLeo joins Anne Erickson (Listen
The Melvins / Buzz Osborne - Embracing the Evolution of Music from 2021-10-13T20:44:12
We have a highly influential guest on the show in Buzz Osborne of The Melvins (@melvinsdotcom). The band was a hug...
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Mark Tremonti / Creed and Alter Bridge - In-Depth Convo from 2021-09-29T21:40:45
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Judas Priest / Richie Faulkner - Getting Emotional Back on Tour from 2021-09-15T18:45:33
Get ready for a tear-jerker! Judas Priest (@JudasPriest) guitarist Richie Faulkner joins Anne Erickson ( Listen
Alter Bridge, Slash / Myles Kennedy - Back on the Show from 2021-09-02T21:07:23
Myles Kennedy of Slash and Alter Bridge is back on the show! He joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson), and they have a...
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George Lynch / Talking Cher (Yes, Cher!), New Music and More from 2021-08-24T21:15:06
George Lynch (@lynchrocks) is back on the show, which is a major treat! The legendary guitarist joins (Listen
Wendy Dio / Remembering Ronnie James Dio + Anne's Birthday Show from 2021-08-10T19:12:34
Metal royalty joins the show as Wendy Dio, the widow of Ronnie James Dio, joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) for ...
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Puddle of Mudd / Wes Scantlin - Talking Fred Durst, New Music and More from 2021-08-03T20:32:39
It's a pleasure to welcome Puddle of Mudd (@PuddleofMudd) vocalist Wes Scantlin back on the show! Scantlin and hos...
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Smashing Pumpkins Guitarist Jeff Schroeder - In-Depth Discussion from 2021-07-27T16:29:53
Thrilled to welcome a truly incredible guitarist on the show: Smashing Pumpkins (@SmashingPumpkin) guitarist Jeff...
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Collective Soul / Will Turpin - 25 Years of 'Shine' from 2021-07-21T18:12:47
We have '90s alternative rock royalty on the show this week, as founding member of Collective Soul (@CollectiveSoul<...
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Wolfgang Van Halen - The Story of Mammoth WVH, Eddie Van Halen Memories + More from 2021-07-12T17:35:03
Welcoming rock royalty on the show! The incredible Wolfgang Van Halen (@WolfVanHalen) ...
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Helloween / Michael Weikath - The State of Metal Music from 2021-06-30T23:25:07
It's a pleasure to welcome founding Helloween member Michael Weikath on the show! Helloween (@HelloweenOrg) is one...
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Staind / Mike Mushok - The Story of 'Break the Cycle' at 20 from 2021-06-15T17:52:17
It's time to kick off a new season of the show! You know things are going to be extra exciting for the new season, starting with a fantastic guest: Staind ( Listen
The Season Finale from 2021-05-28T17:53:09
You know the season finale is extra exciting... ;) Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) reflects on the past season of the...
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Def Leppard / Rick Allen - Talking Art, the Rock Hall, Eddie Van Halen + More from 2021-05-20T17:02:52
We're welcoming true rock royalty onto the show: Def Leppard (@DefLeppard) drummer Rick Allen (Listen
Anthrax / Charlie Benante - 'Silver Linings,' Meeting Carla of Butcher Babies + More from 2021-05-18T22:59:16
This episode brings the metal! Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante joins Anne Erickson to talk about his new solo album, "Silver Linings," how he met his girlfriend, Carla Harvey of Butcher Babies, ...
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Slash, Alter Bridge / Myles Kennedy - Rock Music Should 'Continue to Evolve' from 2021-05-04T20:22:53
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What Are the Best Party Anthems of All Time? Anne Erickson Discusses from 2021-04-26T22:26:01
Who doesn't love a good party anthem? After this past year, let's face it, it's time to party. From Kiss to Usher to Christina Aguilera, Anne Erickson ( Listen
Pearl Jam Guitarist Stone Gossard - Discussing Early '90s Seattle Grunge from 2021-04-06T18:31:17
It's such an honor to have legendary Pearl Jam (@PearlJam) guitarist Stone Gossard (Listen
Geoff Tate - 'I've Never Been a Fan of Putting Artists' Music Into Little Boxes' from 2021-03-22T17:15:57
Legendary metal vocalist Geoff Tate (@GeoffTate) joins Anne Erickson ( Listen
Epica / Simone Simons - "Women Can Do Magic" from 2021-03-11T23:55:33
One of metal's greatest voices, Simone Simons (Listen
What Are the Most Underrated Metallica Songs of All Time? Anne Erickson Discusses from 2021-02-28T22:30:33
Why should Metallica hits such as "Master of Puppets" and "Nothing Else Matters" get all the fun? Anne Erickson (@AnneE...
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Grey Daze / Sean Dowdell - Remembering Chester Bennington and Finding His Lost Vocals from 2021-02-22T17:45:04
Before Chester Bennington was a world famous rock star in Linkin Park, he cut his teeth in Grey Daze, a cutting-edge band out of California with an edgy alternative sound. In this episode, Sean ...
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Queensryche / Todd La Torre - The Personal Story Behind His Solo Album from 2021-02-02T22:00:43
It's never easy when a band loses a key member and decides to forge ahead, but a handful of bands do it successfully. Anne Erickson ( Listen
What Are the Best Podcasts? We Talk Music, Lifestyle, Comedy and More from 2021-01-28T18:26:08
What are the hottest podcasts of the moment, from music to lifestyle to finance? Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) disc...
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Michael Schenker - 'I'm the Trend-Maker' + What Band Does Anne Want to See Reunite? from 2021-01-19T18:11:08
There are those who follow trends, and then there are those who make the trends. German metal guitarist Michael Schenker is the latter, having forged a unique guitar sound for five decades and c...
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Black Veil Brides / Andy Biersack - There's a 'Huge Misconception' About Rock from 2021-01-11T18:00:18
Welcome to the new season of the Audio Ink Radio show for 2021! Andy Biersack (@AndyBlack) from Black Veil Brides (@BlackVeilBrides) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's ...
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra / Jeff Plate - Branching Out with Alta Reign from 2021-01-04T21:38:17
Happy New Year, and welcome back to the Audio Ink Radio podcast! This first show of the year features Trans-Siberian Orchestra drummer Jeff Plate, one of the most talented drummers on the scene....
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Tesla / Brian Wheat - New Book, Holiday Special + More from 2020-12-22T22:09:13
Happy holidays, and Merry Christmas to you! Wishing you and yours an incredible holiday. I'm so ready for 2021! ;) Here's a special holiday show) featuring the talented Brian Wheat of Tesla (@Te...
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Best Albums of 2020 - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-12-15T20:06:45
What a year. It's the year nobody expected, but we're almost through it, and at least the year was filled with some incredible rock and metal releases! Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses th...
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Hatebreed / Wayne Lozinak - The Evolution of Hatebreed from 2020-12-10T18:41:05
We have a hardcore legend back on the show: Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak (@WayneLozinak)! Wayne and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talk about the new album from Hatebreed (@Hatebreed), the b...
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Jeff Scott Soto / Trans-Siberian Orchestra, ex-Journey, Sons of Apollo from 2020-11-25T16:00:11
It's time for another great episode! Jeff Scott Soto wears many hats, from being a part of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Sons of Apollo to his time in Journey. He joins Anne Erickson to talk ...
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Buckcherry / Josh Todd - 'I'm a Fan of Music' from 2020-11-10T19:29:56
I'm so hype to have Josh Todd of Buckcherry (@Buckcherry) on the Audio Ink Radio podcast this week. Anyone who has been to a Buckcherry show knows he throws it down! The band has a live stream s...
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Alter Bridge / Scott Phillips - 'Walk the Sky 2.0,' Creed Reunion + More from 2020-11-05T22:35:55
Alter Bridge (@AlterBridge) and Creed (@Creed) drummer Scott Phillips is a guest on Audio Ink Radio this week! Big thanks to Phillips for taking the time to join Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to...
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Audio Ink Radio Halloween Special with Anne Erickson from 2020-10-29T13:03:32
Welcome to the Audio Ink Radio Halloween Special! Costumes are encouraged, but not required. ;) Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) hosts the show, talking about her favorite music-related costumes (l...
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Sevendust / Lajon Witherspoon - 'Music is a Healer' from 2020-10-21T17:41:01
Welcome back to another great episode of the Audio Ink Radio podcast! Great to have you here. ;) The incredible Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust (@Sevendust) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on...
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Candlebox / Kevin Martin - Looking Back at '90s Seattle Grunge from 2020-10-12T14:03:01
It's a new week, and a new, great episode! I love talking about rock and metal music history on the show. In this episode, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) is joined by Kevin Martin of Candlebox (@...
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Eddie Van Halen Tribute Show with Anne Erickson from 2020-10-07T00:35:42
It's heartbreaking to hear of the death of the great Eddie Van Halen. To say he was one of rock's most iconic guitarists doesn't begin to describe his gifts and influence on music. Let's remembe...
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Judas Priest / Rob Halford - Metal Legend Talks 'Confess' and More from 2020-09-29T19:37:25
It's such an honor to welcome the one and only Rob Halford of Judas Priest (@JudasPriest) on the show this week. Halford has his debut autobiography out, "Confess," and he and Anne Erickson (@An...
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Steve Riley / L.A. Guns, W.A.S.P. - 'Renegades' + The Sunset Strip Legacy from 2020-09-22T13:44:17
Welcome back to another great episode of the Audio Ink Radio podcast! Great to have you here. ;) Steve Riley joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on this show to talk about his new album, "Renega...
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3 Doors Down / Brad Arnold - Talking 'The Better Life,' 'Wicked Man' + More from 2020-09-17T23:09:27
It's great to have you back for another great episode! Big thanks to 3 Doors Down (@3DoorsDown) frontman Brad Arnold (@Brad3DD) for joining Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about his debut ...
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Steel Panther / Michael Starr - New Music + Frankie Banali Memories from 2020-09-12T00:50:57
It's a podcast party when Steel Panther is on the show! The great Michael Starr (@MichaelStarr) of Steel Panther (@Steel_Panther) joins Anne Er...
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Kataklysm / Maurizio Iacono - The Metal Community Has a 'Good Message' for the World Right Now from 2020-09-08T20:38:46
Welcome back to another great episode! Today, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) is joined by Maurizio Iacono of heavy metal band Kataklysm (@KataklysmBand). They talk about the band's new album, "Un...
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Warrant / Robert Mason - Talking 'Cherry Pie' 30th Anniversary from 2020-08-27T22:05:55
Warrant unleashed their seminal "Cherry Pie" album in September of 1990, which means this year marks the 30th anniversary of the record. Warrant (@WarrantRocks) vocalist Robert Mason (@RobertMas...
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Framing Hanley / Kenneth Nixon - The Future Is Looking Bright from 2020-08-24T21:10:45
It's a pleasure to welcome Framing Hanley (@FramingHanley) frontman Kenneth Nixon to the podcast! Nixon joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to discuss the band's latest album, "Envy," their rece...
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What Was Your First Concert? from 2020-08-18T21:36:34
Let's switch it up! We've had so many great interviews on the podcast lately, and it's been a while since we've had a topic-based episode. I figured, why not? This is a very different episode th...
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Michael Sweet / Stryper - "Let love rule. Let it be the lead" from 2020-08-12T21:24:17
Big thanks to the great Michael Sweet (@MichaelHSweet) of Stryper (@Stryper) for joining Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on her birthday week podcast! They talk about Stryper's new album, "Even th...
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Clutch / Jean-Paul Gaster - "The Music Kept Us Together" from 2020-08-07T13:28:38
It's been a great week for the podcast, and we wrap it up with the talented Jean-Paul Gaster of Clutch (@ClutchOfficial)! He talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's "Live from ...
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George Lynch Talks 'Wicked Sensation' and the End of Lynch Mob from 2020-08-04T21:51:13
Big thanks to the legendary George Lynch (@lynchrocks) for being a great guest on the Audio Ink podcast this week! He talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the 30th anniversary of "Wick...
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Kragen Lum - Talking His Work with Heathen, Exodus + More from 2020-07-30T14:59:43
It's another great metal interview for you this week! Kragen Lum, a legend in the thrash world, joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about his new album on the way with longstanding Bay A...
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Don Dokken - New Dokken Album, 'The Lost Songs' + More from 2020-07-23T15:10:42
The legendary Don Dokken of Dokken (@Dokken) joins Anne (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new collection on the way, "The Lost Songs: 1978-81," as well as the upcoming new Dokken album. D...
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Static-X / Tony Campos - Remembering Wayne Static from 2020-07-16T13:28:01
Tony Campos of industrial metal band Static-X joins Anne (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new album, "Project Regeneration Vol. 1," which features vocals from the late, great Wayne Stati...
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John Schaffer / Iced Earth - Metal is 'Always In a Good Place' from 2020-07-14T13:40:58
Jon Schaffer of Florida heavy metal band Iced Earth talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about his new book, "Wicked Words and Epic Tales," the state of heavy metal music and more. "It's not...
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Top Songs of 2020 (So Far) - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-07-09T18:00:26
We're halfway through 2020, and what a year it's been. Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses Audio Ink's top 30 rock and metal songs that rule the first half of 2020, including tracks by Testa...
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Are Virtual Tours the Wave of the Future? + Chris Garza's Virtual Tour from 2020-06-30T13:51:30
With live shows hit hard this year, bands are getting creative and launching live streaming events and virtual shows to stay connected with fans. In this episode, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) d...
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Destruction / Schmier - 'The Metal Scene is Healthy' from 2020-06-24T13:54:58
German thrash metal legend Schmier of Destruction (@Destruction) joins Anne (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's live album, "Born to Thrash - Live in Germany," plus their upcoming, in-perso...
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Megadeth / David Ellefson - New Album, Post Malone Cover + More from 2020-06-16T17:09:21
The talented David Ellefson (@EllefsonDavid) of Megadeth (@Megadeth) joins Anne (@AnneErickson) to talk about his David Ellefson Youth Music Foundation, the new Megadeth album, his Post Malone c...
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Stix Zadinia / Steel Panther: What's the Future of Concerts? from 2020-06-05T14:45:44
What the world needs right now is a fun, wild Steel Panther show. In that spirit, Steel Panther (@Steel_Panther) drummer Stix Zadinia (@StixZadinia) joins Anne (@AnneErickson) to talk about the ...
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Gus G / Firewind and Ozzy Osbourne - Plus Anne's First Band Bus Experience from 2020-06-03T13:56:03
This week's guest is the talented Gus G (@gusgofficial) of Firewind (@firewindmusic) and Ozzy Osbourne's band. Anne (@AnneErickson) and Gus talk about Firewind's new album, the coronavirus situa...
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Within Temptation / Sharon den Adel Interview - Evanescence Tour, 'Entertain You' + More from 2020-05-27T14:08:55
Welcoming another great rock guest on the podcast this week: Within Temptation (@WTofficial) vocalist Sharon den Adel joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new music, how ...
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Styx / Todd Sucherman Interview: 'Last Flight Home' + Styx Update from 2020-05-18T16:43:09
Welcoming another great rock guest on the podcast this week: Todd Sucherman of Styx (@STYXtheBand)! Sucherman joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about his just-released his debut solo a...
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Testament / Chuck Billy Interview: 'We're Feeling Back to 100%' After Coronavirus from 2020-05-12T15:17:17
This week's guest is the legendary Chuck Billy of Testament (@Testament), who joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about his experience being diagnosed with coronavirus (COVID-19), how he...
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I Miss Concerts + OzzFest Memories from 2020-05-04T20:47:07
I hope you're staying safe during this coronavirus pandemic. I miss concerts! When you go to a rock or metal festival, it's a bonding experience. The second you meet, you have something in commo...
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Trivium / Corey Beaulieu: Will Coronavirus Bring a Greater Appreciation for Live Music? from 2020-04-28T12:54:49
Metal mayhem returns! Corey Beaulieu (@CoreyTrivium) of Trivium (@TriviumOfficial) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about why he hopes people have a deeper appreciation for live music...
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How Music Is Helping Me During COVID-19 + Ross the Boss Interview with Anne Erickson from 2020-04-23T12:53:11
In these strange times, I've been feeling thankful to have so much great music to rock. This week, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) chats about the music she's been listening to while on self-quara...
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Quarantine Diaries! Cold vocalist Scooter Ward talks Breaking Benjamin friendship, COVID-19 and more with Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-04-16T13:00:11
Quarantine sessions continue! I'm extra excited about this interview, because it's one of my favorite bands. In this episode, Scooter Ward of Cold (@Cold) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to ...
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Tesla singer Jeff Keith talks COVID-19's impact on music, London Jam and more with Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-04-06T19:24:12
I'm kicking off a new mini-series for this month, featuring in-depth, timely interviews with different musicians in the rock and metal realms! Make sure to check back each week for a fresh inter...
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Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin talks COVID-19 and more with Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-03-24T14:36:36
It's another timely episode. Wes Scantlin of Puddle of Mudd (@PuddleofMudd) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on the show, and they talk about the current coronaviruses pandemic, which has tem...
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Coronaviruses, the State of Rock + More: Richie Kotzen joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-03-12T12:30:41
There's so much to talk about on this new episode! Richie Kotzen (@Richie_Kotzen) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on the show, talking about everything from the current coronaviruses pandemi...
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Bobby Amaru of Saliva joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-03-05T18:26:55
Welcome to a new show! Bobby Amaru of Saliva (@Saliva) joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's upcoming Nu Metal Revival Tour with Powerman 5000, Adema, Flaw and Andrew W. Boss. They also d...
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Tom Keifer of Cinderella joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-02-21T23:16:23
It's time for a brand new show! The great Tom Keifer (@TomKeiferMusic) of Cinderella joins Anne Erickson to talk about his latest solo album, "Rise," what he thinks about the whole Motley Crue r...
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The Great Band Tee Debate + Anne Erickson's Favorite Interview of All Time from 2020-02-12T21:49:33
Is it acceptable to wear the same band T-shirt to that band's concert? Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talks that and much more in this brand new episode, appropriately called The Great Band Tee D...
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Hair Metal Special: Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison- Anne Erickson discusses your favorite hair metal songs from 2020-02-04T01:42:28
Who doesn't love a good dose of hair metal? In this episode, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talks about some of the greatest hair metal songs and bands of all time, including Motley Crue, Def Lep...
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Date-worthy songs: Anne Erickson on why Bon Jovi, Poison and more have perfect songs to crank on a date from 2020-01-28T01:38:44
Here's a fun, random episode where Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talks about some great rock and metal songs to crank on a date. From @BonJovi to @Poison to @Hinder, the rock world doesn't lack ...
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Hot festivals + Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-01-22T14:31:11
It's a jam-packed new episode! First, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talks about some hot 2020 rock and metal festivals on the horizon. Then, Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery (@clintlowerynet) jo...
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Theory of a Deadman frontman Tyler Connolly joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2020-01-08T19:59:19
Theory of a Deadman (@TheoryMusic) frontman Tyler Connolly joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new album, "Say Nothing," his thoughts on the political divide in the Unit...
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Best Albums of the Decade - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-12-17T22:20:44
Welcome to a new decade. In this new podcast, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses some of the greatest rock and metal albums of the 2010s, including sets from Tool, U2, Judas Priest, Metalli...
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Top Songs of 2019 - Anne Erickson discusses the year-end list on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-12-04T13:37:24
Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) names Audio Ink's top 12 rock and metal songs of 2019 in this year-end wrap-up, including tracks by Alter Bridge (@AlterBridge), Tool (@Tool), Five Finger Death Pun...
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Adam Gontier of Saint Asonia joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-11-14T02:06:18
Adam Gontier of Saint Asonia (@SaintAsonia) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson, ItsMeAnne.com) to talk about the band's new solo album, "Flawed Design," social media, how being a father has chan...
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Stryper frontman Michael Sweet joins Audio Ink Radio with Anne Erickson from 2019-11-04T22:37:03
Michael Sweet (@MichaelhSweet, MichaelSweet.com) of Stryper (@Stryper) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson, ItsMeAnne.com) to talk about his new solo album, "Ten," and why love is really at the b...
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Halloween Special! Hot costume ideas + Interviews with Alter Bridge, Steel Panther, Saint Asonia, Styx and Within Temptation from 2019-10-25T12:18:04
Welcome to Audio Ink's Halloween special! Host Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson on Twitter/Snapchat, @EricksonAnne on Instagram) opens the podcast by talking about some hot Halloween costume ideas, ...
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Alter Bridge guitarist Mark Tremonti joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-10-09T21:32:54
Alter Bridge (@AlterBridge) guitarist Mark Tremonti (@MarkTremonti) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new album, "Walk the Sky," what he admires about Myles Kennedy, h...
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Dirty Honey guitarist John Notto joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-09-18T16:47:29
Dirty Honey (@DirtyHoneyBand) guitarist John Notto talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's recent tour with Slash, their popular rock song "When I'm Gone," the state of rock 'n...
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Steel Panther drummer Stix Zadinia joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-09-05T22:46:43
Stix Zadinia (@Stixzadinia) of Steel Panther (@Steel_Panther) chats with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's new album, "Heavy Metal Rules" (which it does!), the state of rock music, ...
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Skillet vocalist John Cooper joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-08-15T12:36:03
Skillet (@SkilletMusic) singer John Cooper speaks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the legacy of Chester Bennington, the importance of social media to bands, Skillet's summer and fall to...
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Styx bassist Ricky Phillips joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-08-06T19:23:25
Styx (@StyxtheBand) bassist Ricky Phillips speaks with Anne Erickson (@Anne Erickson) about the band's summer tour, the possibility of a new album, performing "Mr. Roboto" live, the state of roc...
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Sevendust vocalist LJ Witherspoon joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-07-17T20:22:48
Sevendust (Sevendust) vocalist LJ Witherspoon speaks with Anne Erickson (@Anne Erickson) about the band's tour with Skillet, Pop Evil and Devour the Day; their new album in the works; the band's...
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Top Songs of 2019 (So Far) - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-07-10T17:52:01
Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) names Audio Ink's top 10 rock and metal songs for the first half of 2019, including tracks by Alter Bridge (@AlterBrige), Five Finger Death Punch (@FFDP), Korn (@Ko...
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Collective Soul drummer Johnny Rabb joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-06-25T21:21
Collective Soul (@CollectiveSoul) drummer Johnny Rabb speaks with Anne Erickson (@Anne Erickson) about the band's new album, "Blood"; the group's longstanding relationship with Sammy Hagar; the ...
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Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper and Joe Perry with Hollywood Vampires, 'Rise' - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-06-18T20:26:03
Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses the new Hollywood Vampires (@HollywoodVamps) album, "Rise," which features Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper and Joe Perry. Anne says, "With 'Rise,' Alice Cooper,...
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Uriah Heep frontman Mick Box joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-06-05T19:55:05
Mick Box of Uriah Heep (@Uriah_Heep) talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's current tour with Judas Priest, what he admires about Rob Halford, getting inducted into the Hall o...
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Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-05-24T17:06:47
Ian Hill of Judas Priest (@JudasPriest) talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's current tour with Uriah Heep, the status of new music, the idea of working with Iron Maiden and ...
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Howard Jones of Light the Torch, ex-Killswitch Engage joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-05-16T21:45:48
Howard Jones of Light the Torch (@LTTorchBand) and formerly Killswitch Engage talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's current tour with Sevendust and In This Moment, the status...
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Whitesnake, 'Flesh and Blood' - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-05-08T14:35
Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses the new Whitesnake (@Whitesnake) album, "Flesh & Blood," which features great rock tracks from David Coverdale (@DavidCoverdale), Joel Hoekstra (@JoelHoek...
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Alice Cooper bassist Chuck Garric and Calico Cooper of Beasto Blanco join Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-05-06T21:00:02
Alice Cooper bassist Chuck Garric and Calico Cooper (Alice Cooper's daughter) of Beasto Blanco (@BeastoBlanco) talk with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's new album, "We Are," how A...
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All That Remains' Phil Labonte joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-04-24T20:45:29
All That Remains frontman Phil Labonte (@PhilThatRemains) talks with Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) about the band's new album, "Victim of the New Disease," his respect for Metallica, working with E...
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Dream Theater, "Distance Over Time" - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-04-10T00:07:19
Dream Theater has released their latest studio album, the epic "Distance Over Time." Anne Erickson discusses the album. Also listen to Anne Erickson's new interview with James LaBrie from Dream The...
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Motley Crue, "The Dirt" Soundtrack - Anne Erickson discusses on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-03-24T17:47:26
Motley Crue has released their much-anticipated biopic "The Dirt," and the soundtrack features a handful of new, original songs: "The Dirt (Est. 1981)," "Crash and Burn" and "Ride with the Devil." ...
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Dream Theater Vocalist James LaBrie joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-02-27T18:41:23
Dream Theater vocalist James LaBrie talks with Anne Erickson about the band's new album, "Distance Over Time," and the state of heavy metal and hard rock music.
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Clint Lowery of Sevendust joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-01-30T21:58:24
Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery talks with Anne Erickson about the band's tour with Mark Tremonti's solo group, new Sevendust music, Lowery's upcoming solo album and more.
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Nita Strauss (Alice Cooper) joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2019-01-23T01:52:30
Nita Strauss (Alice Cooper) talks with Anne Erickson about her new solo album, "Controlled Chaos," what it's like being a woman in heavy metal music and more.
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Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein (Misfits) joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-10-29T21:56:43
Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein (Misfits) talks with Anne Erickson about his new solo album, horror films and how his awesome girlfriend, Alissa White-Gluz of Arch Enemy, inspired him to become vegan.
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Styx vocalist and keyboard player Lawrence Gowan joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-07-16T16:41:22
Styx vocalist and keyboard player Lawrence Gowan talks with Anne Erickson about Vinnie Paul, performing "Mr. Roboto" and more in this interview.
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P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-06-27T20:29:46
P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval talks to Anne Erickson about the new album from the band, their summer tour and more in this interview.
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Poison drummer Rikki Rockett joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-06-08T18:31:14
Poison drummer Rikki Rockett joins Anne Erickson to talk about new music with Poison, touring and more.
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Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge and Tremonti joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-06-06T19:09:34
Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge and Tremonti joins Anne Erickson to talk about the new Tremonti album, what inspired him to create a concept album and the status of new Alter Bridge.
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Sevendust vocalist Lajon "LJ" Witherspoon joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-05-15T23:46:56
Sevendust vocalist Lajon Witherspoon joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's new album, "All I See Is War," being nominated for a Grammy and more.
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Gus G of Ozzy Osbourne joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-04-20T12:25:56
Gus G of Ozzy Osbourne joins Anne Erickson to talk about his new album, "Fearless," social media, the Ozzy Osbourne farewell tour and more.
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Skillet drummer Jen Ledger joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-04-11T12:26:34
Jen Ledger of Skillet joins Anne Erickson to talk about the power of music, why her faith and Christianity are so central to her music and more.
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Kittie singer Morgan Lander joins Anne Erickson on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-03-29T22:00:20
Morgan Lander of Kittie joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's 20th anniversary, what it was like being a pioneering woman in metal music and more.
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Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak on Audio Ink with Anne Erickson from 2018-03-21T16:12:26
Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's current anniversary tour, meeting Paige from WWE, the state of heavy music and more.
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Myles Kennedy of Slash and Alter Bridge on Audio Ink with Anne Erickson from 2018-03-12T19:40:39
Myles Kennedy joins Anne Erickson to talk about his new solo album, "Year of the Tiger," his love for Led Zeppelin, new music with Alter Bridge and more.
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Mike Portnoy on Audio Ink Radio with Anne Erickson from 2018-03-12T19:39:41
Mike Portnoy joins Anne Erickson to talk about Sons of Apollo, metal music and more. He believes "metal is bigger and better than ever."
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Of Mice & Men drummer Valentino Arteaga on Audio Ink Radio with Anne Erickson from 2018-02-10T19:27:58
Valentino Arteaga of Of Mice & Men joins Anne Erickson to talk about the band's new album, "Defy," covering Pink Floyd and more.
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Thousand Foot Krutch singer Trevor McNevan on Audio Ink Radio from 2018-02-07T20:45:16
Trevor McNevan of Thousand Foot Krutch joins Anne Erickson to talk about faith, music and more.
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