Whole Lotta Talk - Interviews That Rock!

More than 25 years on the road and still loud, angry and great: Political Punk's finest Anti-Flag are back with their new record "20/20 Vision" and are pointing the finger at the US-government like they never did before. A chat with singer and guitarist Justin Sane and bass player Chris#2 about ideals, activism through music and why kindness is the most Punk thing to do in these days!

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Robin Zander from Cheap Trick talked to us about the upcoming Rock Meets Classic tour through Germany, where he is going to perform with Alice Cooper, Mother's Finest, Thunder and more amazing artists and bands. And of course Robin is busy with Cheap Trick, too - he revealed a possible release date and let us know about their plans for a European tour in 2020!

We had the honor of talking to Richard Lowenstein, director of the new movie "Mystify: Michael Hutchence" about the INXS legend. But Richard was more than a director (of many, many INXS music videos, too), he was a close friend of Michael's and tells us a few very personal anecdotes about the always charming, always great, but also troubled musician - and Richard tries to "demystify" one burning question: why did Michael Hutchence kill himself, all alone in a hotel room in 1997?

When Sleeping with Sirens are in the studio, fun and laughter is guaranteed. Kellin, Gabe, Justin and Jack came by while on tour through Europe talking about their latest album. But also their crazy tour stories, habbits and a funny encounter with Bono. In addition to that, they told us about their idols and which artists deserve to be in the ROCK ANTENNE Hall of Fame some day.

Swedish Metal icons Ghost stopped by in Munich for their only German concert in what will be at least a year. After their gig, we talked to front figure Tobias Forge about opening for Metallica, the past and future of Rock and his christmas plans. Enjoy!

Nashville Southern Rockers of Goodbye June have just released their second album "Community Inn" and toured Europe. After their gig in Hamburg, we talked to lead guitarist Tyler and singer Landon about the new album, Southern Rock and plans for the future. Enjoy!

Talking about their current tour through Europe, what they think about the founder members of the ROCK ANTENNE Hall of Fame 2019 and who they would like to see introduced in the following years.

On the line with Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach. We are talking about the upcoming European tour with Hollywood Undead in 2020. It is going to be a mix of new and old music - especially in celebration of 20 years Infest. Jacoby also told us about new music that might be coming up next year which they might even present us live on tour. Very much looking forward to that! In addition to that, the Papa Roach vocalist also told us about his favourite candidates for this year's ROCK ANTENNE Hall of Fame.

What an amazing triple rock package, that's currently touring Europe: Alter Bridge, The Raven Age AND Shinedown. Tonight (27th November 2019) is going to be their last German show in Munich - and before they rock the stage, drummer Barry from Shinedown stopped by at our ROCK ANTENNE headquarters to talk about the tour, their Thanksgiving dinner plans for tomorrow, their very well earned title "hardest working rock band" (136 shows and more than 76.000 kms traveled, in 2018 only!) and about their 2020 plans - hint hint: new record!

The Glorious Sons are without doubt one of Canada's hottest Rock bands right now. Before their show in Hamburg, we talked to singer Brett Emmonds about Canadian junk food, icehockey, touring in Germany and of course their newest record "A War on Everything". Enjoy - and keep an eye on this band!

On the co-headline tour with Refused, Dustin Kensrue from Thrice talks about their latest recordings for the 2018 record Palms as well as the EP Deeper Wells from april 2019. But also new music is on its way as they never stop writing. Dustin admits that he is probably the most secluded member of Thrice, but he enjoys writing poems and music in the back of their tourbus. We talk about new music, the influences of the first CD and first gig Dustin ever experienced as well as his upcoming podcast.

In 2011, Robert Hart joined the legendary Manfred Mann's Earth Band as the new man on the microphone - and he couldn't be happier right now! Next year, Robert Hart will be on the road with Manfred, touring alongside Status Quo, as well as being part of one of Rock's most unique concert experiences - Rock meets Classic. Today, we talked to Robert about the upcoming touring and future plans for new Earth Band music. Enjoy!

Brit Floyd are more than a tribute band: Whoever gets to see them live, feels like traveling back in time, as if the real Pink Floyd had returned. So far, mastermind Damian Darlington has dedicated over 25 of his life to his icons and doesn't think about stopping. In our exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview, we talk to Damian about Pink Floyd and Brit Floyd, what to expect from the oncoming tour and what it means to stage such an epic show.

Ian Anderson is a true legend in the musical world: At the age of 72, he still rocks the stage like no other, with his flute in hand and jumping on one leg. Before we welcome him in the German concert halls in November, we talked to Ian on the phone - about what to expect from this tour, learning to play flute and Brexit. Enjoy!

Frontman James LaBrie of Dream Theater got up very early to tell us everything about their latest album "Distance over Time" and their forthcoming European tour in January and February 2020. Enjoy!

In almost 25 years of making music, Zebrahead have established their place as a constant player in the pop-punk scene. We talked to Singer/rapper Ali and guitarist Dan - about their latest album "Brain Invaders", the current European tour and why they decided to drop their label. Enjoy!

How do Hammerfall punch out those killer guitar riffs again and again? Their new album "Dominion" is the newest example that these guys know how to write a heavy metal classic. We talked to guitarist Oscar Dronjak about the new LP and congratulated for the best Accept-guitar riff since Accept's "Balls To The Wall". Enjoy!

It was quiet for a long time, but now Tito & Tarantula are finally going to release their new studio album „8 Arms to Hold You.” We talked to mastermind Tito Larriva about the new and sixth record, about the studio sessions near El Paso, about collaborating with his daughter Lolita und of course, about the upcoming tour! Enjoy!

After the death of Rick Parfitt Christmas 2016 no one knew what the future of Status Quo would look like. But they are back! With new energy and Richie Malone, who stepped into the footsteps of Rick. Now Status Quo are releasing their 33rd album Backbone - and the band is proud of their new work! We met Francis Rossi and Richie Malone and talked about the past, the new album and the future of Status Quo.

Crazy times for Bokassa: As Lars Ulrich's personal favorite, they are touring with Metallica through Europe. We talk to singer Jørn and drummer Olav about Bokassa's new album, their very unique sound and the upcoming headliner tour - but of course also about Metallica: How Lars Ulrich got to know them, how touring life with Metallica is and what playing in front of 50.000 people one night and 15 the next feels like. Great guys - don't miss out on Bokassa live!