Thunder Underground

In this episode we are joined by Ryan Neff of Miss May I. Ryan talks to us about touring, playing new songs live, set length, Warped Tour, releasing a ton of music this early in their career, learning his vocal chops in front of audiences on tour, why he loves festivals, his workshops and lessons, MMI’s videos, why he loves festivals, his most memorable gigs, what drivers he likes in motorsports, and a lot more! We kick off the episode with some talk about King Diamond, the passing of Scott Weiland, and we play a track from a metal band out of North Carolina called Downbreak. Thanks for listen, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by Richie Cavalera of Incite. Richie talks with us about the upcoming album, what is different about it than the previous albums, working with Steve Evetts, getting compared to his stepfather Max, working with his mother, growing up in the business, hanging with Ozzy as a teenager, his vocal style, his influences, thoughts of streaming services, and more. We kick off the episode with talk of new songs from Anthrax and Megadeth, and we play a track from a metal band out of Oklahoma called Southern Heretics. As always, thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by Norman Matthew and Matt X3r0 of Murder FM. We talk touring, Revolver magazine, the band's sound, The Cure, The Crow soundtrack, Beau Hill, The Sound Foundation, writing electronic sounds into songs, Tommy Lee, Hed(pe), and a ton more. We kick off the episode with some talk about the recent Guns n Roses rumors. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to share!

In this episode we are joined by the RiffLord himself, Kirk Windstein. Kirk talks with us about touring, writing the next Crowbar album, what it means when he is the producer, writing with Pepper Keenan and Phil Anselmo, influences like Wino and Peter Steele of Type O Negative and Carnivore, why bands like Saxon and Accept still blow younger bands away, the longevity of Crowbar, vinyl, his guitars, and a ton more. We kick the episode off with a great track from Even the Dogs out of Oklahoma, and talk a bit about Soulfly, Smoke Offering and of course Crowbar. Thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by all 5 members of Forever in Disgust, and 3 members of Smoke Offering. Kyle Williams (vocalist of both bands), Keith Parker, Kevin Parker, Trent Murphee and Ira Wilson of Forever in Disgust, along with Kenny Higgins and Lola Henderson of Smoke Offering sit down at Downtown Lounge in Tulsa to discuss the two bands. We talk the origins of both bands, their writing process, tons of bands they have shared the stage with, getting people out to support local music, influences, who loves and who hates Type O Negative, and a lot more. We kick off the episode with a killer track from each band, talk a little about some upcoming tours, and even some Suicidal Tendencies love. As always, thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by Ryan McCombs and Tim King of Soil. The vocalist and bassist talk to us about writing, plans of a possible Scars 15th Anniversary, possibility of new music in 2016, thoughts on streaming services like Spotify, how the Redefine: Rediscovered EP was news to them, why they aren’t fans of drummers, why Will Hunt is an exception, why they decided to move forward as a 4-piece, Ryan transitioning back to Soil from Drowning Pool, Motley Crue, what Ryan holds over Tim every chance he gets, did Al Jourgensen drug Tim in Europe, and a lot more… we kick off the episode with a song from a great new thrash metal band from LA called Omicida, and talk about new music from Saxon, Backyard Babies, and Brooks Wackerman joining A7X. Thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by all three members of Spirit Caravan. Dave Sherman, Ed Gulli, and Doom Metal forefather, WINO. The band talks with us about what brought Spirit Caravan back together last year. We talk new Spirit Caravan music, the writing process, recording in an old school style (no Pro Tools!), being nice in the music industry, Wino's recent tour with Black Label Society, how Wino managed to become accepted in the Washington DC punk scene in a time when punk and metal fans were at odds. The guys talk about their thoughts on Youtube, and a ton more in an episode any rock music fan would love. We kick off the episode with talk of recent concerts, our love of the Downtown Lounge, the awesome band Dirty Streets that we discovered when they opened for Spirit Caravan, and we play a track from a kick ass trio out of Michigan called Slumlord Radio. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to share!

In this episode we are joined by Kyle Shutt of The Sword. Kyle talks about the sound of ‘High Country’,reactions to it, and the process behind writing the new album. We also talk about their live show, the album covers, beer, Spotify, Metallica, favorite guitarists, hot sauce, a lot more, and what you are gonna see if you just guess what The Sword’s web site is… Kadavar is opening for The Sword on this tour, and part of their soundcheck is in the background for a couple minutes towards the end of our talk with Kyle. Please hang in there cause there is some great stuff from Kyle during that part. We kick off the episode with a song from a band we love called Oklahombres, and discuss some live shows from Doyle and Winery Dogs. We then close the episode with a second track from Oklahombres. As always, thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by all 5 members of Scattered Hamlet. Adam Joad, Adam Newell, Jake Delling Le Bas, Richard Erwin, and Johnny T. Crash talk with us about touring, the status of the new album, the origins of the hype man, the beer kegs, WWE, outlaw country, not being afraid to admit what you love (Bel Biv Devoe and Roxette anyone?), our shared love of Type O Negative with Adam Newell, whiskey, some Ronnie Milsap action, fishing, Tom Keifer love, and a ton more. We kick off the episode with talk about the new albums from Slayer and Michael Monroe, and play a track from Death Division. Don't miss this great episode, and please share!

In this episode we bring you part 2 of our talk with Sid Falck. Sid has a new band called Infectus 13, and he was a part of the classic lineup of one of thrash metal’s most notable bands, Overkill, and known for being one of the genre’s best all time drummers. He is also known from his stint being in Paul Dianno’s Battlezone in the mid 80’s. Sid talks about how I-13 came together, what each member brings to the band, and the status of the debut album. He talks about when he returned in the late 90’s only to be stopped by an injury, and how he worked to overcome that injury, and what it was like to start playing the drums again after 15 years. Sid talks more about playing with Overkill, and his thoughts on Paul Di'Anno. You don't want to miss this one! Don’t forget to check out episode 22 which is part 1 of this interview, and as always - thanks for listening, and please share!

In part 1 of a special 2-part podcast, we are joined by Sid Falck. Sid is best known for not only being a part of the classic lineup of one of thrash metal’s most notable bands, Overkill, but for being one of the genre’s best all time drummers. He is also known from his stint being in Paul Dianno’s Battlezone n the mid 80’s. Sid has a new band called Infectus 13, and talks about the beginnings of the band, what his goals are with this album, and what brought him back to making music. He discusses his view of technology, and how it was hindered a lot of artists. Sid talks about why he left the business in the 90’s, and why he doesn’t like the sound of “Under the Influence.” We kick off the episode with a track from a killer band out of Oklahoma called Severmind. Stay tuned for episode 2, where Sid gets into the formation of I-13, his injuries and health issues he has worked to overcome, much more about Overkill, and a lot of talk about Paul Dianno. Thanks for listening, and don’t forget to share!

In this episode we are joined by Warrant guitarist, Joey Allen. We talk about Warrant’s current touring, what Robert Mason brings to the fold, when we can expect a follow up to Rockaholic, possible solo music from Joey, our mutual love of Dog Eat Dog, how he started working for Pearl Drums, the weirdest ‘thing’ he has autographed, and a lot more. There is some slight feedback early on for about a minute, but once that clears up it is smooth sailing. The back end of the interview with Joey features a soundtrack of some kick ass beats from Warrant drummer Steven Sweet during his soundcheck. Before we get into the talk with Joey we discuss new music from Sevendust, The Winery Dogs, Trivium, and Children of Bodom. We also play a track from a great Oklahoma independent band, Dryvr. Thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by Jon Olivarez, guitarist of Sons of Texas. Jon talks about touring, gaining new fans/friends along the way, writing new music, the quick rise of SoTX, how their sound works across different audiences, favorite bands, some Dallas Cowboys talk, and more. We kick off the show with our thoughts on SoTX, the new Buckcherry album and live show, and play some new music from the band Hipnositc! Check it out, and don’t forget to share!

In this episode we review the 3 day Riot Fest that hit Chicago Sept 11-13. We have high praise for Faith No More, Living Colour, Rancid, Henry Rollins, The Damned, Andrew WK, Tenacious D, Babes in Toyland, L7, Iggy Pop, Anthrax, Motorhead, System of a Down, and many more - come hear about everything from Ice Cube to Echo & the Bunnymen to Against Me. We kick off the episode with a track from Chicago heavy metal band, Destroythm. As always, thanks for listening, and please share!

In this episode we are joined by Jason Gilardi, drummer of Dead Metal Society, and long time member of the rock band Caroline's Spine. We talk Jason's long running full time gig as a drum instructor, his band New Science, his 80's and 90's rock tribute bands DMS and Amped, his life growing up in California, his interactions with Paul Stanley through the years, opening a run of shows for Kiss on their reunion tour, a ton of talk about Caroline's Spine from the early 90s to his exit in 2007, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to share!

In this episode we are joined by Kyle Gunther, the vocalist for Battlecross. We kick off the episode with some talk about the new albums from Iron Maiden, Soilwork and Battlecross. Once we get into out talk with Kyle we talk "Rise to Power", touring, Metallica, writing, and more.... and even some talk about Country music? That's right, come find out whose Kyle's biggest influence is, it may surprise you. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we are joined by Sprout, lead vocalist of Kingshifter. We kick off the episode talking about some new music we are digging from Ghost, Lynch Mob, Act of Defiance, Nelson, Buckcherry, The Sword, as well as talk about a recent Whitesnake concert. Once we get into our talk with Sprout we talk Kingshifter, “26 Tons”, previous bands, festivals, Sprout’s earliest memories of music, how he writes lyrics, influences, bands he loves, new Kingshifter music, and a lot more. Check it out, and share!

In this episode we are joined by Steve Murdock of Murdock Productions. Steve gives a glimpse into the promoter side of the concert business, and gets into everything from why he started putting on shows, pet peeves, how he decides what bands to book, and even tips for up and coming bands. We talk Rocklahoma, Led Zeppelin, Pantera, Quiet Riot, Iron Maiden, and several other rock/metal bands… as well as independent bands Steve enjoys like Grind, Dryvr, Severmind, Blackwater Rebellion, The Joint Effect, Mine Enemies Fall, and a ton more. Check it out, and share!

In this episode we are joined by Tulsa heavy music legend, Steve Ray. Steve talks about his band Oklahombres, new music they have on the horizon, and his thoughts on the state of the current music scene both locally and nationally. We get into his past projects Doomsday Junkie, Gutwrench, and of the course the legendary Oklahoma band Pitbulls on Crack. We talk about a PBOC show when Steve made the entire crowd introduce themselves (Jason and Trent included), the infamous shirt worn by Steven Tyler of Aerosmith in the “Cryin” video, influences past and present, shows at the legendary Cain’s Ballroom, and much more. Check it out, and share!

In this episode we discuss new albums we are digging from Lamb of God, The Dead Daisies, Symphony X, and Joe Satriani, we talk new singles from upcoming albums from Sevendust, Stryper and Trivium, we discuss the possible end of Mayhem Fest, our thoughts on 3 (yes, 3) touring bands playing the songs of Ratt, the rotating singers of Jake E. Lee's Red Dragon Cartel, concerts we are looking forward to from Whitesnake, Sons of Texas, Buckcherry, Exodus and the legendary King Diamond. Come find out Trent's all time favorite Lamb of God track (hint: it's less than a month old)... and Jason's comparison of Sevendust to The Ramones?! All this and more on this episode of the T.U. podcast!