You’ve heard me say it on the air at several stations over the years; There are very few artists I’ve come in contact with over the years, that I call real friends. Tesla, are very good friends. They’ve gone above & beyond on my behalf several times. It means a ton. I’ve been fortunate to have been on stage with them several times. They’re solid on every level, and I’m glad we’re friends. Did I mention they’re a great band? That’s almost secondary. They’re great people. Welcome any time in my studio. No matter where we are.

You don’t even question it…The hotline rings and you answer; “Who is this?” The response is; “This is the Metal God!” And suddenly, you’re joined by the one-and-only Rob Halford. And Rob…might just be the best phone guest you can ask for. The guy is always pleasant, and ready to both plug the event he’s involved in, and can hang like a brother. I always enjoy speaking with him. This was no exception.

Believe it, or not…This is actually the first time I’ve met the guys in Skid Row. They’re humble & cool & as down-to-earth as can be. I learned a nice fun-fact; Apparently Snake Sabo is also a manager. He’s got side-gig, working for Doc McGhee. How about that? Good to have a backup plan, in case that whole “band thing.” doesn’t work out for him.

Kenny Wayne & I go back to 1997. I was working for WMFS. We had a promotion set up where he & the band would go to a winner’s house and give them an autographed guitar and BBQ party. We had every expectation of it being some toothless redneck’s place. Turned out it was a really nice place. We hung out all day and really had a great time. 14 years later, Kenny & his vocalist Noah, landed in Phoenix and came straight to the station. No stop @ the hotel. No “rock star” trip. They came. they played. They did what they do. Kenny (and Noah) are class guys. This was their appearance…Raw. Two guys. Two guitars. Two mics. That…is how it’s done. No bullshit.

I haven’t been the nicest to Vince over the years. I’ve been pretty outspoken about his stupidity with alcohol. Scott Ian from Anthrax actually blogged about my ripping Vince on the air in Sacramento for Metal Sludge. There’ve been very few targets of my sarcasm that have taken it harder (Yes..YOU Scott Stapp!). That being said…I met him for the first time this year. He was incredibly nice, and I almost felt bad for shitting on him the way I have since 1986.  I still think he’s done really dumb shit. But, I have to give him credit for being classy and cool when we finally met.

Here we are backstage for the KDKB 40th Anniversary Concert. Congratulations to Motley Crue for their 30 years together. Nobody thought they were for real. They were wrong.