Podcasts by Rock And Roll Confessional

It's the holidays and the best person to hang with is Gary Ho Ho Hoey! We talk about his new single Sugar Plum Fairy + some of the Hoey holiday traditions! from 2023-12-01T23:38

The Holiday season is here, and what a better way to celebrate than with rock and blues legendary guitarist, Gary Hoey! Gary just released a new album for Record Store Day (2023): Hark the Ho Ho...

Founding Rascals member Felix Cavaliere chats new album "Then And Now" along with hanging with George Harrison from 2023-11-01T18:20

Felix Cavaliere is one of the founders of Grammy winning and Rock And Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, The Rascals. The band had #1 songs like "Good Lovin", "Groovin", "A Beautiful Morning", "I've B...

Blues&Rock Guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd chats about his new album: Dirt On My Diamonds Vol 1 + why it's so hard to write blues songs from 2023-10-07T21:54

This episode is with five-time-Grammy-nominated guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Kenny's new album: "Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol 1" is scheduled to be released on November 17th, and we were lucky en...

Author Daniel Bukszpan new book Ozzy @ 75 - features 75 career accomplishments and life events from the "Prince of Darkness" from 2023-09-13T22:43

This episode is with author Daniel Bukszpan. Daniel has been a freelance writer for over 25 years. He has written for such publicantions as Fortune, CNBC, Conde Nast Traveler, and many more. He ...

Collective Soul's Will Turpin chats latest CS album, his solo album, Reel 2 Reel studios and whats up with the bands 30th anniversary from 2023-07-11T20:34

This episode is with Collective Soul's bassist Will Turpin. Will is one of the busiest musicians on the planet. He is promoting the latest Collective Soul album: Vibrating, his current solo albu...

Mark Volman, founding member of The Turtles and showman for the Happy Together Tour talks about Keith Moon, Frank Zappa&Bruce Springsteen. from 2023-06-07T19:00

The episode is with the one and only Mark Volman. Mark is one half of Flo & Eddie and one of the original members of The Turtles. Mark has just set out on the 2023 Happy Together tour which runs...

Sass Jordan new live album features Taylor Hawkins, plus she talks about "auditioning" for Van Halen and how grueling touring is. from 2023-05-04T22:58

This episode is with rock and blues artist Sass Jordan. Sass started here solo career in 1988. Her second album which was the first release in the U.S., featuered the hit: "Make You A Believer"....

Bobby Colomby founding member and drummer talks about the new documentary film: What The Hell Happened to Blood Sweat&Tears from 2023-04-01T19:30

This epsisode is with Bobby Colomby, founding member and drummer for the band: Blood Sweat & Tears. The band has just released a new film in theateres titled: What The Hell Happened to Blood Swe...

Author&Journalist Chris Epting talks about writing books for rock stars including, Phil Collen, John Oates, The Doobie Brothers&Dave Mason's soon to be released book. + Selling Girl Scout Cookies to Keith Richards from 2023-03-02T01:21

Our latest episode is with Chris Epting. Chirs has been a music journalist for decades, writing for Ultimate Class Rock dot come, Loudwire and many others. He has also written many books includi...

Author David Leaf discusses his update book: "God Only Knows - The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys and the California Myth" from 2023-01-26T00:13

This episode is with David Leaf. David has had an extensive career producing films like: "The Night James BRoan Saved Boston", "The U.S. vs. John Lennon" and "Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and...

Jerry Pompili worked at Fillmore East/West, Winterland and many others under "Bill Graham Presents". He talks about his times with the Stones, Who, ELP, Hendrix and more rock icons. from 2022-12-28T00:36

This episode is with Jerry Pompili. Jerry worked at the Fillmore East, Fillmore West, Winterland and many other venues under the direction of famous concert promoter, Bill Graham in San Francisc...

The Kinks guitarist and founding member Dave Davies talks about the new Kinks box set and how important country music was to the band! from 2022-10-19T19:00

This episode is with one of the original founding members of The Kinks, Dave Davies. Dave has been the lead guitarist since the bands inception in 1963. The band has released over 24 studio albu...

Spencer Proffer, producer of the new documentary: “The Day The Music Died - The Story of Don McLean's American Pie” from 2022-10-06T01:10

Spencer Proffer is our latest guest. Spencer has over 120 film and TV credits including: Producer, Music Consultant, Music Supervisor, Music Director, Composure and more. His passion for music p...

Bill German started with Beggars Banquet, a Rolling Stones Fanzine, next he was on tour with them. His book tells all! from 2022-09-20T21:51:03

Bill German, for many years wrote, researched and published his "fanzine" Beggars Banquet about the Rolling Stones. It led him to hang out with members of the band for over 17 years. He was invi...

Walter Trout, one of the best blues guitarists talks Blues, Bruce and BB King, plus an exclusive confession! from 2022-08-18T03:18:02

Walter Trout, guitarist, singer/songwriter, has been playing the blues his entire life. With tips from B.B. King, Walter became one of the best blues guitarists today. He has had his ups and dow...

Former Polydor&MCA Executive Gina Iorillo - Corrales talks about her career in the music business from 2022-07-06T22:01:32

This episode of Rock And Roll Confessional is with our good friend Gina Iorillo - Corrales. We met Gina at the radio station back in the 90s. Gina grew up in the music business with her family o...

Lit's Ajay&Jeremy Popoff talk about the new album: "Tastes Like Gold" - they go back to their roots for this fantastic fun party album from 2022-06-16T17:02:03

Lit's founding members and brothers Ajay & Jeremy Popoff join us for this episode. Lit had one of the biggest mega hits in the 90's: "My Own Worst Enemy", along with many others. The band's last...

Grammy winners Mark Linett and Alan Boyd talk about the new Beach Boys Box Set: The Sounds of Summer - The Very Best of the Beach Boys! from 2022-06-04T20:13:05

This episode is with Grammy award winners, Mark Linett and Alan Boyd, who are part of the team that is releasing the new Beach Boys remastered compilation: "The Sounds of Summer: The Very Best o...

Matt Sorum former drummer for Guns N Roses has a new book titled; Double Talkin’ Jive. Matt talks about the CRAZY times while in the Cult, Guns N Roses&Velvet Revolver. from 2022-05-11T19:00:09

Matt Sorum drummer for Guns 'N' Roses & The Cult, has a new book titled; Double Talkin' Jive (named after one of the GNR songs from the Use Your Illusion I album) and it has just been released. ...

Elliot Kendall, Music Promoter, talks about his years at Universal Music plus working with some of the biggest bands of all time. from 2022-04-25T23:00:32

Elliot Kendall is one of our favorite friends! Rita and CW met Elliot when he was the Director of Radio and Tour Promotion, Sales & Marketing for Universal Music. He now has his own promotion co...

Dorothy Martin tells us the spiritual story behind the title of the band's new album: Gifts From The Holy Ghost". from 2022-03-16T19:06:10

Dorothy Martin from the band Dorothy began here career by attending the Musician's Institute in Los Angeles. She started her band in 2014 and in 2016 was signed to Jay Z's Roc Nation label. The ...

Beth Hart known for her Blue/Rock vocals talks about her new album: A Tribute To Led Zeppelin from 2022-02-23T20:00:28

Singer / Songwriter Beth Hart joins us in our latest interivew. Beth rose to fame in the 90s wth her blues/rock vocals and her amazing piano playing. She suffered many years with mental illness ...

Billy Bob Thornton&JD Andrew of The Boxmasters chat about their new holiday album: Christmas In California from 2021-12-22T20:00

The Boxmasters, Billy Bob Thornton and JD Andrew return for our Holiday Special show. They talk about their new album: "Christmas In California" which features 10 songs, 8 of which are newly wri...

World Famous DJ Richard Blade talks about his new book: "The Lockdown Interviews" featuring some of hottest 80s bands from 2021-12-08T20:00

World Famous DJ Richard Blade joins us for this episode. Richard started in radio in England followed by Bakersfield, Long Beach (CA), and finally KROQ in Los Angeles. He was one of the top rate...

"Eruption, Conversations with Eddie Van Halen" authors Brad Tolinski&Chris Gill talk with us about their new book from 2021-11-17T20:00

Brad Tolinski was the Editor-in-Chief of Guitar World magazine for over 25 years. Chris Gill was the Editor-in-Chief of Guitar Aficionado magazine. The two have joined forces to put out the new ...

Henry Diltz rock photographer joins to tell stories of he shot some of the most iconic album covers from 2021-10-27T19:00

Henry Diltz is one of the most iconic rock and roll photographers of today. He has shot over 200 album covers and countless photographs. The Doors, Morrison Hotel is one of the most famous works...

The Babys&Bad English lead singer John Waite talks about his new album&tour from 2021-10-13T19:00

Our latest guest is John Waite. Founding member of The Babys & Bad English. John joins us for an interview to talk about his new album: Wooden Heart - Acoustic Anthology (Volumes 1, 2 & 3) along...

Rita and CW talk about some of their experiences backstage plus some autographs they got over the years! from 2021-09-29T22:14:56

For all the years they worked in radio, Rita & CW had the opportunity to go backstage at concerts and events. Now they tell some of the stories of the good times and the not so good times while ...

James "JY" Young of Styx talks with us about the band's new album: "Crash of the Crown" from 2021-09-08T19:00

James JY Young is back with us. Known for his fantastic guitar playing and his deep voice, he is returning to talk about the new Styx album: "Crash of The Crown". The album was released in July ...

Night Ranger's founding member, vocalist and bassist, Jack Blades joins us. from 2021-08-25T19:00

Night Ranger has been around since the early 80s. They have had monumental hits such as; "Don't Tell Me You Love Me", "Sister Christian", "You Can Still Rock In America" and many more. The band ...

John Notto guitarist for Dirty Honey speaks about recording the bands debut album and touring with the Black Crowes from 2021-08-11T19:00

John Notto, guitarist for Dirty Honey joins us on this episode. Dirty Honey's debut album (titled: Dirty Honey) captures the sound of what described today as classic rock. They originally releas...

MTV is celebrating 40 years next month and we are speaking to original VJ Nina Blackwood from 2021-07-28T19:00

Happy birthday to MTV. 40 years ago this August 1st MTV changed the way we listened and watch music. It all started with 5 VJ including our latest guest, Nina Blackwood. Nina was on the network ...

Steve Berlin of Los Lobos talks new album: Native Sons&life as a East Los Angeles band adapting to the Punk scene from 2021-07-14T19:00

This episode is with Steve Berlin who plays saxophone, flute, percussion & keyboard, and is one of the members of the band, Los Lobos. Los Lobos is an iconic East Los Angeles band that has been ...

ENCORE SHOW with X's John Doe! John talks latest album along with fun times being in a punk band. from 2021-06-30T19:00

This show was originally recorded in May of 2020. We thought due to X's patriotic song "4th of July" and the bands being such an iconic American group, we would run the show again! We have a gre...

James Raymond talks about his latest music project, producing and co-writing for David Crosby's new album: For Free from 2021-06-16T22:34:04

This episode is with James Raymond. James has been in the music and film business for over 25 years. He has scored many commercials, television shows and films. He has also worked as writer and ...

Knights of Rock - Roadies; Leo Rossi, Jerry Levin&Bill Darlington tell stories of their touring days from 2021-06-03T03:22:31

This episode is with the Knights of Rock - including our returning guest; Leo Rossi along with his friends, Jerry Levin & Bill Darlington. The three of them all worked as roadies / tech crew for...

Rich Best from Live Nation Concerts talks with us about bringing back live music to the world! from 2021-05-19T19:00

The episode is with Live Nation Concert's - Rich Best. Rich is the President of Live Nation Booking, California. Rich chats with us about the concert business, how Live Nation is moving forward ...

Peter Frampton talks new album, his great friend David Bowie, recording with George Harrison from 2021-05-05T19:00

This episode is with one of our idols; Grammy Award winner - Peter Frampton. Peter talks about his new album: "Frampton Forgets the Words", along with touring with his dear friend David Bowie, h...

Co-Hosts Rita Wilde&CW West take listener questions and talk about radio days from 2021-04-21T19:27:44

Rita & CW  answer listener questions; Why Bruce? Favorite Disney Movie, Craziest moment in your career, person who helped you in your career, along with fun radio days events and stories! 

Author Joel Selvin talks about his new book Hollywood Eden - all about the surf/rock music in the late 50s - 60s from 2021-04-07T19:00

This episode is with Joel Selvin, Joel was one of the writers of the Pop Music section of the San Francisco Chronicle newspaper for over 30 years. His latest book is titled: Hollywood Eden - Ele...

Jeff Jampol manages the legacy of artists - He talks about the new Jim Morrison book along with what it takes to manage non-performing artists from 2021-03-24T19:00

This episode we talk with Jeff Jampol of J.A.M. - Jampol Aritst Management. Part of what Jeff does is manages bands or artists that are no longer producing music. Some of his clients are: The Do...

Master Guitarist Gary Hoey talks about touring, his upcoming album, Ozzy, Lita Ford, Rock Camp, his love for the guitar&more! from 2021-03-11T06:26:50

This episode is with our good friend Gary Hoey. Gary has been playing guitar since he was 14. He has released over 20 albums and is considered one of todays greatest guitarists. Gary chats with ...

Toto's Steve Lukather&Joseph Williams talk about their new albums, touring fun, making music, and farting on the tour bus! from 2021-02-24T20:00

Toto's front man Joseph Williams and Lead Guitarist Steve Lukather join us on our latest episode. They have each released new albums: Luke's "I Found The Sun" and Joseph's "Denizen Tenant". The ...

Bassist Leland Sklar talks his new book "Everybody Loves Me" + touring w/ Phil Collins, recording sessions. Frankenstein&more. from 2021-02-10T20:00

The episode is with studio and touring bassist, Leland Sklar. Leland has worked with over 2,600 bands and played on over 30,000 songs. In 2004, Phil Collins hired him for the farewell tour. Lee ...

Rudy Sarzo - bassist for Quiet Riot, Ozzy, Dio, Whitesnake joins us for great touring stories! from 2021-01-28T02:06:42

This episode is with bassist Rudy Sarzo. Rudy started playing with 
Quiet Riot in the late 70s and then joined Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Dio and currently The Guess Who. Rudy chats with u...

Brian Wheat, Tesla's co-founder&bassist from 2021-01-14T21:47:05

This episode Brian Wheat, founder, bassist and vocalist for Tesla talks about his new book: Son Of A Milkman - My Crazy Life With Tesla. Brian tells us stories about the bands "break-ups", reuni...

Former Traffic guitarist and singer Dave Mason talks about getting Covid, playing with Hendrix Clapton, Fleetwood Mac&more from 2020-12-29T22:59:21

This episode is with former Traffic guitarist and singer Dave Mason. Dave has re-recorded his first album, 50 years after it's original release - titled "Alone Together, Again" Dave talks with u...

Goo Goo Dolls frontman Johnny Rzeznik says "f*ck you" if you don't like our new Christmas album! from 2020-12-16T20:00

WARNING - EXPLICIT LANGUAGE! Our latest episode is with guitarist/lead singer & song writer for the Goo Goo Dolls, Johnny Rzeznik! The Goo Goo Dolls have had such hits including Slide, Name and ...

Mark&Brian Part 2 - L.A.s most successful radio team talk about their favorite times, interviews, characters&more! from 2020-12-02T20:00

This is part two of a two part episode - featuring Mark Thompson & Brian Phelps, better known as Mark & Brian. They were on Los Angeles radio station, 95.5 KLOS for over 25 years and were one of...

Mark&Brian, known for their Los Angeles morning radio show just got inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame from 2020-11-18T20:00

Mark & Brian were known for their morning show on 95.5 KLOS radio in Los Angeles for more than 25 years! They just got inducted into the  Radio Hall of Fame and they (as always) have plenty to t...

The Immediate Family - 5 of the greatest studio&touring musicians talk about their new EP and great music stories! from 2020-11-04T20:00

This episode we talk with all 5 of the greatest studio and touring musicians: Waddy Watchel, Leeland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, Danny Kortchmar and Steve Postel - all of them form The Immediate Family!...

The Boxmasters - Billy Bob Thornton&JD Andrew talk about their new album Light Rays from 2020-10-21T19:00

Billy Bob Thornton (or "Bud" as he is called in the band) & JD Andrew also known as The Boxmasters, talk about their new album; Light Rays. They also speak of their love of music, the importance...

Jon Scott is credited to putting Tom Petty&The Heartbreakers on the map! from 2020-10-08T16:29:58

Jon Scott is for not only discovering Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers first album in the closet, but making the band one of the biggest in the rock world today! Jon has a fantastic book titled; To...

The Tubes lead singer Fee Waybill joins us for stories about his new album, Quay Lewd, his worst stage show and more! from 2020-09-23T19:00

This episode we speak with The Tubes lead singer Fee Waybill. The Tubes started in San Francisco in the mid 70s. Some of their hits include: Don't Touch Me There, Sushi Girl, She's A Beauty, Mon...

Rand Foster music store owner has great stories working with Foo Fighters, Chrissie Hynde, Al Jardine, Taylor Swift and more! from 2020-09-09T19:00

This episode we are speaking with Rand Foster who owns a local record store; Fingerprints in Long Beach, California. Rand opened his shop in the early 90s and has had some of the biggest names c...

Chris Frantz drummer for Talking Heads talks new book, David Byrne, Ramones, Andy Warhol, Lou Reed and lots more from 2020-08-26T19:00

This episode we speak with Talking Heads drummer, Chris Frantz. Chris has a new memoir book titled: "Remain In Love; Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, Tina" Chris talks a about forming the band with ...

Doors Guitarist Robby Krieger talks new album, Jim Ray&John, Light My Fire&more rock stories! from 2020-08-12T19:00

This episode we are talking with the one and only guitarist for The Doors, Robby Krieger. Robby talks about his new album: The Ritual Begins at Sundown, along with working with his fellow band m...

Kenny Aronoff talks drumming for Mellencamp Seger Fogerty&his book Sex Drums&Rock n Roll from 2020-07-29T19:00

This is a great show with one of the hardest working drummers in the music industry, Kenny Aronoff. Kenny has been the drummer for many bands including; John Mellencamp, Bob Seger & John Fogerty...

Yes' front man Jon Anderson tells us about his new album, seeing the Beatles, Yes music + more rock talk! from 2020-07-15T19:00

This episode we welcome the front man for the band, "Yes", Jon Anderson. Jon will be releasing a new album called 1000 Hands at the end of July (2020), It is an fantastic album! Jon gives us the...

Jesse Colin Young talks Youngbloods, Steve Miller&rerecording Get Together + plus starting the No Nukes concerts from 2020-07-08T19:00

This mini episode we are talking with Jesse Colin Young. Jess began the Youngbloods in the mid 60s and had hits like Get Together & Darkness Darkness along with an extensive solo career that is ...

Singer song writer Paul Williams talks his insight on Covid19, BLM, music writing + more. from 2020-07-01T19:00

Paul Williams is known for writing music for such groups as The Carpenters, Three Dog Night, Helen Reddy, David Bowie, Barbara Streisand and many others. Paul is also president of ASCAP, which i...

Laurel Canyon Documentary Director, Alison Ellwood chats with us about the making of the film from 2020-06-24T19:00

Director Alsion Ellwood talks with us about the making of the documentary film just released on EPIX. Features music and rare film footage by CSN&Y, Joni MItchell, The Byrds, Love, the Mamas & T...

Mike Peters of The Alarm from 2020-06-17T19:00

This show we are talking with one of the original band members, lead singers & guitarist of the band The Alarm. Mike has carried on the bands name since the original break-up in 1991. He is rele...

Punk Rocker John Doe of X talks about the bands first album in 35 years; Alphabetland + more! from 2020-06-03T19:00

You know John Doe as the original member of the punk band X which was created in 1977. 40 plus years later, the band is still releasing new music. Alphabetland is an amazing piece of work that J...

Runaways lead singer Cherie Currie chats with us about her new album Blvds of Splendor from 2020-05-20T19:00

This is a very special episode, first female, first during quarantine! We are speaking with the original lead singer of the Runaways, Cherie Currie! Cherie has a new album titled: Blvds of Splen...

Rock photographer Neal Preston returns for part 2 from 2020-05-13T19:00

This episode is part two with iconic rock photographer, Neal Preston. Neal talks with us about his relationship with the members of Queen, his friend and muse; Stevie Nicks. He tells the story o...

Rock photographer Neal Preston talks about working with Led Zeppelin, Zep's Peter Grand&Almost Famous director Cameron Crowe and more! from 2020-04-28T23:17:47

Neal Perston tells us many of the stories behind the photos in his latest book: Exhilarated and Exhausted. Neal talks about going on tour with Led Zeppelin and watching the notorious Peter Grant...

Drummer Gregg Bissonette talks about playing with Ringo Starr&The David Lee Roth Band from 2020-04-15T19:00

Gregg Bissonette is one of the most incredible drummers of today. He has played with Ringo Starr, David Lee Roth, ELO, Spinal Tap, Derek Small, Don Henley, Duran Duran, Ozzy Osbourne and so many...

Russ Giguere of The Association tells his rock stories - when the Mafia wanted the band to sign with them. from 2020-03-25T19:00

The Association's guitarist and singer, Russ Giguere tells us about the band recording hits like Along Comes Mary, Windy & Cherish. Russ' new book; "Along Comes the Association" tells us about h...

Venice the band auditions for Roger Waters' The Wall tour and tells touring stories from 2020-03-11T19:00

This episode, Kipp Lennon from the band Venice dives deep into the whole story of how they auditioned for the 2010 Roger Waters' The Wall tour and got the gig. There are so many amazing stories ...

Who steps in when Michael Jackson doesn't want to sing his own songs???? from 2020-02-26T20:00

Our latest episode features Kipp Lennon. Kipp talks about not only the size of his family but how important it is to him. He explains the story of his famous sisters and the band that he, his br...

What happens when the Fleetwood Mac road crew buys 8 crates of chickens in San Francisco? from 2020-02-12T20:00

This episode we are speaking with an amazing philanthropist - Leo Rossi. Leo started his career as a lighting designer for concert in Long Beach, California, with Led Zeppelin being one of his f...

NAMM - Have a taste of what went on at NAMM 2020 from 2020-01-29T20:00

This episode, we are taking a mini dive into NAMM - the National Association of Music Merchants. There big convention was last weekend and this is a taste of what was going on. We will be playin...

Pink Floyd's Scott Page finds himself in a real predicament in Japan thanks to Steve Lukather from 2020-01-15T20:00

This show we are talking with a great friend: Scott Page, who is know for playing saxophone with bands like: Toto, Supertramp & Pink Floyd. But there is so much more to Scott...

Scotty st...

Tom Petty, George Harrison&Slash, all connected by one man... from 2020-01-01T20:00

This show we are talking to Mark Felsot who was the associate producer for the syndicated radio talk show; Rockline. Rockline featured bands each week, where listeners could call-in and ask thei...

Minisode 1 - What is your best "Spinal Tap" moment??? from 2019-12-25T20:00

Rita and CW take time out of their busy holiday schedule to ask each other a few of the bonus round questions they normally ask the guests. What was your first concert?? And What was your best "...

The Truth Behind Styx - James “JY” Young talks about the band he has been a part of for almost 50 years! Show - 004 from 2019-12-18T20:00

This episode we are speaking with one of the top performers in Rock History! He is known for his song writing, guitar playing, amazing vocals and founding member of the band Styx. He is an all r...

Show 003 - Dramarama - John Easdale from 2019-12-04T20:00

This episode we are talking with one of the founding members and lead singer John Easdale of Dramarama. John was kind enough  to drop by our studio to talk about the history of the band, the bre...

Show 002 - Attention Kinks Fans - this show is with Andrew Sandoval from 2019-11-20T20:00

This show Rita & CW are talking with Andrew Sandoval who's latest project was compiling the newly released Kinks 50th anniversary box set of Arthur (or The Decline and Fall of the British Empire...

Show 001 - Steve Downes from 2019-10-30T19:37:08

This show we are talking to Steve Downes who had a long career in the music world. Working in L.A.Radio, Host of the syndicated show Rockline, Morning show host in Chicago radio and then commenc...